Calaveras Vacation Deals

VIP Program: Calaveras Vacation Deals

Posted : March 13, 2012

Get Great DEALS on your Calaveras Vacation by joining our VIP Program.

Want to get special treatment the next time you escape to Calaveras County? When you’re coming through Angels Camp, stop by the Visitors Center and ask for a VIP card.

With the flash of that little card you’ll get exclusive deals and offers from participating businesses throughout the area. We’re not just talking about meals either. (Although that is one of the perks.) The Calaveras VIP incentive program will give you everything from a break on lodging, to deals on wine, golf, fabulous dinners, spa treatments and even gifts.

Over 50 participating businesses throughout Calaveras want you to feel very special when you come to town. Why wouldn’t you want to take them up on it?

Take advantage of the following offers when you become a VIP:

Sleep

Lodging

Angels Camp RV & Camping Resort – Good Sam, AAA, Active Military and/or Veteran receive 10% discount
Angels Camp Vacation Rental – 10% discount, subject to availability (not incl. cleaning fee)
Angels Camp Travel Lodge- 15% discount and free room upgrade if available
Arnold Black Bear Inn – 10% discount, subject to availability
Arnold Meadowmont Lodge – 15% discount, subject to availability
Best Western Cedar Inn & Suites – 10% discount, subject to availability
Best Western Sonora Oaks - 15% off best available rate; subject to availability
Black Bart Inn - 10% off meal at Black Bart Restaurant for Inn Guest
Century-21 Sierra Properties Vacation Rentals – 10% off nightly rental rate
Cooper House Bed & Breakfast – 15% off regular lodging rate
Dunbar House 1880 – $25 discount; phone reservation required
Goldstrike Village RV Park – 10% off RV sites
Hotel Leger - 15% discount on room
Jumping Frog Motel – 15% off regular room rate + free upgrade if available
Marble Quarry RV Park - 10% off room rate
Mt. Zion Vacation Cottages – 25% off regular rate on vacation rental(s)
Murphys Historic Hotel – 10% discount, subject to availability
Murphys Inn Motel – 15% discount, subject to availability
Murphys Suites – 2-rm suite @ 1-rm suite price, subject to availability
Robin’s Nest B&B – 10% off regular 1 day weekend rate
Tyron Ranch – 10% discount, subject to availability
Willow Creek Ranch Farm Stay - 10% discount on 2nd night

Eat

Restaurants

Alchemy Market & Cafe – Free sweet potato fries with $10 purchase (eat in)
CAMPS Restaurant at Greenhorn Creek – 10% off food / meal purchase; excludes alcohol
Gold Country Roasters – 10% discount on purchase
Hotel Charlotte - Free dessert for two with dinner purchase
Hotel Leger – 15% discount for dinner in restaurant
Ironstone Vineyards Deli - 15% off deli purchase
Mike’s Pizza of Angels – 10% off
Pizza Factory – FREE medium pizza with order of XL pizza
Sequoia Woods Country Club – 20% off meal in main restaurant, Fri & Sat nights

Play

Recreation

Bear Valley Cross Country & Adventure – $2 off Adult Trail Pass, XC ski/snowshoe rental
Black Chasm Cavern - 10% off walking tours
Calaveras Big Trees State Park Visitor Center - 20% off any one item
Calaveras Concierge - 10%off arranging charge
Calaveras County Arts Council Gallery - 10% off purchase of: art items, book, jewelry, cards
Calaveras County Fair & jumping Frog Jubilee - $2 off any adult Saturday or Sunday admission
Calaveras County Museum Complex - 10% off book purchase
California Cavern – 10% off walking tours; 15% off adventure trips
Forest Meadows Golf Course – 20% off green fees, cart rental, and food
Glory Hole Sports – 10% off terminal tackle; free small coffee or cappuccino
Jillian Day Spa & Salon – 10% off any ONE spa service, call for appointment
La Contenta Golf Course – 2 for 1 green fees weekdays after 10, except holidays (cart rental required)
Local Roots Food Tours – $10 off an adult food tour ticket. No additional discounts may apply
Moaning Cavern Adventure Park – 10% off walk tours; 15% off rappel, adventure trips, zip lining
New Melones Lake Marina – 15% off any small boat rental
O.A.R.S. Outdoor Adventure River Specialists - 15% off any one-day O.A.R.S. rafting trip in California
Roaring Camp Mining Company - 10% discount on tours

Ride

Transportation

Murphys Taxi Service – 15% off any one fare
Sierra Adventure Charters and Tours – $10 off any day trip

Shop

Shopping

Calaveras County Museum Complex – 10% off book purchase
Calaveras County Arts Council-Gallery – 10% off purchase of : art items, books, jewelry, cards
Creative Cookware – 10% off regular priced merchandise
Fine Things – 10% off any purchase (non-consignment merchandise only)
Middleton’s Hallmark – 10% off regular priced items
Petroglyphe Gallery – $5 off a $50 or more purchase
Poulson Studio & Gallery – 25% off any fused glass in stock
Tea an’ Tiques – 10% of tea item (tin, box, gift set; excludes sale items

Wine

Wineries

Black Sheep Winery – 10% discount on wine purchase
Broll Mountain Vineyards – 10% discount on wine purchase
Chatom Vineyards – 35% off any 3 bottles of wine
Four Winds Cellars – 10% discount on all wine and retail purchases
Irish Family Vineyards – 15% discount on wine purchase; 20% off a case or more
Frog’s Tooth Vineyards – 10% discount on wine purchase
Hatcher Winery – FREE tasting for two guests ($10 savings)
Ironstone Vineyards – 20% off select items in the tasting room
Milliaire Winery – 10% discount on wine purchase
Newsome-Harlow - Complimentary tasting
Prospect 772 Wine Company - Complimentary tasting
Renner Winery - 10% off purchase of wine
Stevenot Winery – 10% discount on all wine purchases
Tanner Vineyards – 2-for-1 tasting; 10% off purchase of 2+ bottles
Twisted Oak Winery – 10% discount on wine purchase
Val du Vino Winery – 10% off wine purchase
Zucca Mountain Vineyards – 15% discount on wine purchase

Agriculture

Moon Light Alpacas & Farm Store – 10% off purchases in farm store
RanchoNC Alpaca Ranch & Farm Store – 10% off regular price items at Alpaca Store

Partners

Regional Partners

Alpine County Chamber of Commerce – Free county map when you show your Calaveras Activities Guide

Partners

Catering

Murphys Catering - Free appetizer for parties of 50 people or more
Card Rules: Please be sure to present your discount card before you order, purchase, or make reservation. Not valid with other discounts. Discounts subject to change. Discounts valid through December 31, 2012.

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17	18 Events on June 18, 2013 Cook Class, Murphys - 209-728-8853 At Marisolio Tasting Bar. 10am & 6pm. Class is approximately 2 hours. Tapas al Fresco. Starting with Gazpacho, then create season vegetable appetizers and other Spanish "little bites". $30 class fee. Call to reserve your place. Wine Maker's Night at Alchemy, Murphys - 209-728-0700 Alchemy, Murphys - 209- Every Tuesday night from 4:30-7:30 pm at Alchemy Restaurant. Enjoy a featured wine and a great meal. Live music on the patio from 5:30-8 pm. Call for reservations and more information.	19 Events on June 19, 2013 Music in the Parks, Angels Camp - 209-754-1774 6:30 - 8pm - The Calaveras Arts Council presents Music in the Parks 2013 on Wednesdays from June 12 through August 14. Bring out your picnic and the entire family for these FREE, good energy concerts in parks throughout Calaveras County. Tonight's entertainment is provided by Fishtank Ensemble, a quintet of Balkan Gypsy muisc with soprano and saw, at Utica Park in Angels Camp. For more information, call 754-1774. Makin' Tracks, Lake Alpine - 209-795-1381 2-3pm at the Marmot Picnic Area Amphitheater. Learn to read tracks left by wildlife and make your own plaster animal track to take home. Cost/Materials Fee: $2. For more information, call the Ranger District office at 209-795-1381.	20 Events on June 20, 2013 Lake Alpine Junior Rangers, Lake Alpine - 209-795-1381 2-3pm at the Marmot Picnic Area Amphitheater, Lake Alpine. Hands-on activities will introduce kids ages 4-12 to the world we live in and how to care for the outdoors we love. For more information, contact the Ranger District Office at 209-795-1381. Classic Car Cruise Night, Murphys 209-728-9971 6-9pm. Free. Murphys Historic Hotel. Money Raffles, Local DJ "Decade Music". Food Available Bring your classic car. Spectators welcome.	21 Events on June 21, 2013 Passport Wine Weekend - 866-806-9463 Multiple day event. The event kicks off on Friday night with “Taste the World of Calaveras,” held in Murphys Park. Participants must be 21 years or older. Designated drivers passes $15 for the weekend & will be provided non-alcoholic beverages in addition to any food. Calaveras County wineries showcase their unique personalities and award winning wines. Participants are issued a commemorative glass and “Passport” that is stamped at each of the wineries visited on Saturday and Sunday, and if completed, entered in drawings for some outstanding prizes. Call for more information. Tickets can be purchased online at http://calaveraspassport.eventbrite.com/ Speak Your Mind Stand Up Comedy, Copperopolis - 209-785-4646 At the Sports Pub in Copperopolis Micki and Larry's Sports Pub will be hosting stand up comedians Loranzo Thornton, Cory Robinson and Willie Mack with special guest and local comedian Julia Fretwell at 8:30 pm. Enjoy an evening of laughter and fun. No cover charge. Zucca After Hours Wine Bar, Murphys - 209-728-1623 5-8 pm for Wine Bar service “al’Italiano”. Enjoy wines by the glass and a small bread plate, or choose your own flight of wines. Firepits to keep you comfy! Live music on select nights. Call for more information. Karaoke Night, Angels Camp - 209-890-7155 At Angels Camp Mercantile and Cafe from 6-10pm. Fun for all ages. Come out and share your talents! Call for more information. Wine, Dinner and Shakespeare, Murphys - 209-728-8422 "Much Ado About Nothing". Dinner served 6:30-7:15. Tickets $20 - $45 with dinner. Available at Sustenance Books in Murphys. Call for more information or visit http://www.murphyscreektheatre.org Linger Longer at Hovey Winery - 209-728-9999 Hovey Winery - 209- Hovey Winery will be open Friday and Saturday evenings until 7 p.m. (or longer) starting June 14 through the summer. Please come and linger longer with a glass of wine on the porch or in the garden. Angels Camp Farmer's Market - 209-736-1333 5pm-dusk at Utica Park. June-October. Enjoy farm fresh fruit and vegetables, baked goods, fresh foods, wine and drinks, featured winery is Ironstone Vineyards, music by Rick Moore, and a craft fair. Sponsored by AAA Call for more information. Gyotaku-The Art of Fish Printing, Lake Alpine - 209-795-1381 2-3pm. Children and parents will learn the ancient Japanese art of Gyotaku. Using fish molds and ink, you will print a unique T-Shirt and learn about fish and the lake. Material Fee of $5 includes T-Shirt. For more information, contact the Ranger District Office at 209-795-1381. Fridays At Alchemy, Murphys - 209-728-0700 Pop, country and jazz vocal performances from the 40s, 50s, 60s. 5:30-8 pm at Alchemy. The music is free. Room to dance. Call for more information. Food and Wine Tours, Murphys - 800-407-8918 Fridays and Saturdays 11:30am. Tours are 3-1/2 hours and 1.5 miles of walking along historic Main Street. Many food stops are included. Get the inside story about the area’s rough-and-tumble past. Call or visit http://www.Local-Food-Tours.com for more information and reservations. Fridays at Victoria Inn Restaurant, Murphys - 209-728-0107 Live Music by Nicholas Lefler from 6-8pm. Call for more information. Golf Tournament, Arnold - 209-795-8999 At Sequoia Woods Country Club. Tee off time 1pm. Call for more information.	22 Events on June 22, 2013 Scott Street Sisterhood Sale, Murphys - 209-728-8634 The Scott Street Sisterhood is offering discounts during Passport Weekend. The Sisterhood is made up of all the shops on Scott Street, Murphys, each owned solely by women. For this Passport Weekend, Gold Country Roasters, Independent Mercantile and maisieblue are combining female forces to offer their customers a special deal. Buy any item at one of these 3 shops and receive a coupon good for 10% off of a purchase at either of the other 2 shops. Makin' Tracks, Lake Alpine - 209-795-1381 2-3pm at the Marmot Picnic Area Amphitheater, Lake Alpine. Learn to read tracks left by wildlife and make your own plaster animal track to take home. Cost/Materials Fee: $2 For more information, contact the Ranger District Office at 209-795-1381. Linger Longer at Hovey Winery - 209-728-9999 Hovey Winery - 209- Hovey Winery will be open Friday and Saturday evenings until 7 p.m. (or longer) starting June 14 through the summer. Please come and linger longer with a glass of wine on the porch or in the garden. Song of the Sierras, Lake Alpine - 209-795-1381 7-8pm at the Marmot Picnic Area Amphitheater. Cost: $2 Donation. Through stories and song we explore the call of the Sierra Nevadas: the incredible beauty and amazing history of a place we return to year after year. Fore more information, contact the Ranger District Office at 209-795-1381. Live Jazz, Murphys -209-768-7262 At Brice Station Vineyards. Passport weekend. With Z-Man and Friends. 2pm. Bring a picnic and a chair. No outside alcoholic beverages. Call or visit http://www.bricestation.com for more information. “In Train View” Photo Exhibit, Railtown 1897 State Historic Park - 209-984-0352 Train View” Photo Exhibit, Railtown 1897 State Historic Park - 209- Featuring photographs of Railtown 1897’s buildings, trains, and other equipment. Opening reception and first glimpse of the completed show will be Saturday, June 22 at 11am. Show runs through Sunday, September 1. Call or visit http://railtown1897.org/whats-new for more information. Guided Hike, Big Trees State Park - 209-795-3840 Free, however, entrance fee $8 per carload applies. Guided hikes available year round. When the snow covers the ground they become guided snowshoe walks every Saturday at 1pm. Snowshoes are provided free, first come first served. No reservations are allowed. Check in at the Warming Hut no later than 12:30 pm. Zucca After Hours Wine Bar, Murphys - 209-728-1623 5-8 pm for Wine Bar service “al’Italiano”. Enjoy wines by the glass and a small bread plate, or choose your own flight of wines. Firepits to keep you comfy! Live music on select nights. Call for more information. Wine, Dinner and Shakespeare, Murphys - 209-728-8422 "Much Ado About Nothing". Dinner served 6:30-7:15. Tickets $20 - $45 with dinner. Available at Sustenance Books in Murphys. Call for more information or visit http://www.murphyscreektheatre.org Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Murphys - 209-728-3072 Available at no charge (donations gratefully accepted) on Saturday mornings at 10am leaving from the Old Timers Museum. Please call to confirm dates and times or make arrangements for large groups. Russ Faught Memorial Lokanee Derby - New Melones Reservoir - 209-745-4246 Pick up entry form at Glory Hole Sports. Fishing starts at 5:30am. Must be registerd by June 22, late entries will be charged additional $10. Call for more information. Birds of New Melones Lake, New Melones Recreation Area - 209-536-9543 Discover birds significance while discussing how to identify species, flight patterns, habitats, calls and songs. Arts and crafts at 7pm, presentation at 7:30pm. Art Show, Hovey Winery, Murphys - 209-728-9999 A wide range of artistic talent will be showcased. 11am-5pm. Open to the public free of charge. More than a dozen local artists will have their works for sale on the lawn of the tasting room. Call for more information. Art In The Garden, West Point - 209-293-4259 The Garden, West Point 9am-4pm. Art in The Garden Show and Sale. Featuring Art, Farmers Market, Community Events, Art Raffle. 2-10pm Concert featuring local musicians. 5-9pm burgers, beer and wine. Follow the signs to the Community Garden, 174 Spink Rd. Free admission. For more information, call 209-293-4259. Food and Wine Tours, Murphys - 800-407-8918 Fridays and Saturdays 11:30am. Tours are 3-1/2 hours and 1.5 miles of walking along historic Main Street. Many food stops are included. Get the inside story about the area’s rough-and-tumble past. Call or visit http://www.Local-Food-Tours.com for more information and reservations. Concerts in the Park, Arnold - 209-795-4222 the Park, Arnold At Cedar Center 6-8pm. Free. Fabulous Off Brothers. Cocktails, beer & wine plus gourmet dinners will be available for purchase. Art, Jazz and Wine on the Square - Copperopolis Town Square 10am-4pm. Local artists show and sale. Pro and amateur Food Art Competition. Music by Roger Garcia Trio and Jana & Friends. For information regarding the food art competion email: mail4jswig@yahoo.com or 209-743-0099. Demonstration Garden, San Andreas - 209-754-6477 The Calaveras County Master Gardeners’ Demonstration Garden will be open from 10AM–2PM. The focus will be bee keeping with a demonstration. Plants will be offered for sale from 10AM–12PM. The Demonstration Garden is located at 891 Mountain Ranch Rd. Farmers Market, Arnold - 209-795-7898 Every Saturday through mid September from 10am-2pm at the Cedar Center. Drums Under the Sky, Wakaluu Hepyoo Campground - 209-795-1381 7-8pm at the Wakaluu Hepyoo Campground Amphitheater. Cost: $2 Suggested Donation. Using the power of drums, movement, stories and songs, Mark Dyken and his brother, Bear, bring a sense of universal rhythm and harmony. For more than 20 years, they have performed with a family group, Clan Dyken. For more information, contact the Ranger District Office at 209-795-1381. "Escape to France", Ironstone Vineyards - 209-728-1251 Come on out for a weekend of fun with live music from Grover Anderson and Richard Bolmen. Don’t forget to have your passport stamped, drink Award Winning Wine and have some Delicious BBQ! 10am-5pm for a weekend you won’t forget! Flint Knapping Demonstration,Wakaluu Hepyoo Campground - 209-795-1381 10am-Noon at the Wakaluu Hepyoo Campground Amphitheater. Cost: $2 Suggested Donation. The Mi-Wuk people expertly crafted arrowheads from obsidian that were both beautiful and deadly. Observe traditional practitioner Fred Velasquez as he demonstrates this ancient art. For more information, contact the Ranger District Office at 209-795-1381.	23 Events on June 23, 2013 Scott Street Sisterhood Sale, Murphys - 209-728-8634 The Scott Street Sisterhood is offering discounts during Passport Weekend. The Sisterhood is made up of all the shops on Scott Street, Murphys, each owned solely by women. For this Passport Weekend, Gold Country Roasters, Independent Mercantile and maisieblue are combining female forces to offer their customers a special deal. Buy any item at one of these 3 shops and receive a coupon good for 10% off of a purchase at either of the other 2 shops. River Rafting Trip, Mokelumne River - 209-295-4900 A rare opportunity to experience this Wild and Scenic eligible river. $70/person. Professionally guided by O.A.R.S. Advance reservations required. "Escape to France", Ironstone Vineyards - 209-728-1251 Come on out for a weekend of fun with live music from Grover Anderson and Richard Bolmen. Don’t forget to have your passport stamped, drink Award Winning Wine and have some Delicious BBQ! 10am-5pm for a weekend you won’t forget! Art Show, Hovey Winery, Murphys - 209-728-9999 A wide range of artistic talent will be showcased. 11am-5pm. Open to the public free of charge. More than a dozen local artists will have their works for sale on the lawn of the tasting room. Call for more information.
24	25 Events on June 25, 2013 Wine Maker's Night at Alchemy, Murphys - 209-728-0700 Alchemy, Murphys - 209- Every Tuesday night from 4:30-7:30 pm at Alchemy Restaurant. Enjoy a featured wine and a great meal. Live music on the patio from 5:30-8 pm. Call for reservations and more information.	26 Events on June 26, 2013 Music in the Parks, Mountain Ranch - 209-754-1774 6:30 - 8pm - The Calaveras Arts Council presents Music in the Parks 2013 on Wednesdays from June 12 through August 14. Bring out your picnic and the entire family for these FREE, good energy concerts in parks throughout Calaveras County. Tonight's entertainment is provided by B-Sides, sounds of the 60s Rock, at Mountain Ranch Community Park in Mountain Ranch. For more information, call 754-1774. Wine Social with Live Music, Murphys 209-768-7262 Calaveras Winegrape Alliance event. Anyone interested in wine and wine making is welcome. Bring a bottle of wine and hors d' oeuvre to share. Music starts at 5pm. Call or visit http://www.bricestation.com for more information. Makin' Tracks, Lake Alpine - 209-795-1381 2-3pm at the Marmot Picnic Area Amphitheater. Learn to read tracks left by wildlife and make your own plaster animal track to take home. Cost/Materials Fee: $2. For more information, call the Ranger District office at 209-795-1381.	27 Events on June 27, 2013 Lake Alpine Junior Rangers, Lake Alpine - 209-795-1381 2-3pm at the Marmot Picnic Area Amphitheater, Lake Alpine. Hands-on activities will introduce kids ages 4-12 to the world we live in and how to care for the outdoors we love. For more information, contact the Ranger District Office at 209-795-1381.	28 Events on June 28, 2013 Karaoke Night, Angels Camp - 209-890-7155 At Angels Camp Mercantile and Cafe from 6-10pm. Fun for all ages. Come out and share your talents! Call for more information. Zucca After Hours Wine Bar, Murphys - 209-728-1623 5-8 pm for Wine Bar service “al’Italiano”. Enjoy wines by the glass and a small bread plate, or choose your own flight of wines. Firepits to keep you comfy! Live music on select nights. Call for more information. Gyotaku-The Art of Fish Printing, Lake Alpine - 209-795-1381 2-3pm. Children and parents will learn the ancient Japanese art of Gyotaku. Using fish molds and ink, you will print a unique T-Shirt and learn about fish and the lake. Material Fee of $5 includes T-Shirt. For more information, contact the Ranger District Office at 209-795-1381. Wine, Dinner and Shakespeare, Murphys - 209-728-8422 "Much Ado About Nothing". Dinner served 6:30-7:15. Tickets $20 - $45 with dinner. Available at Sustenance Books in Murphys. Call for more information or visit http://www.murphyscreektheatre.org Linger Longer at Hovey Winery - 209-728-9999 Hovey Winery - 209- Hovey Winery will be open Friday and Saturday evenings until 7 p.m. (or longer) starting June 14 through the summer. Please come and linger longer with a glass of wine on the porch or in the garden. Fridays at Victoria Inn Restaurant, Murphys - 209-728-0107 Live Music by Nicholas Lefler from 6-8pm. Call for more information. Comedy Night, Valley Springs - 209-772-1082 9pm at the La Contenta Event Center. Tickets $15 in advance. Limited tickets sold. Headliner, Ngaio Bealum. FOR MATURE audiences only. Doors open at 8pm. Seating first come first served. Call for more information. Angels Camp Farmer's Market - 209-736-1333 5pm-dusk at Utica Park. June-October. Enjoy farm fresh fruit and vegetables, baked goods, fresh foods, wine and drinks, live music and a craft fair. Call for more information. Come get twisted! Featured winery is Twisted Oak, music by Los Bongoleros Fridays At Alchemy, Murphys - 209-728-0700 Pop, country and jazz vocal performances from the 40s, 50s, 60s. 5:30-8 pm at Alchemy. The music is free. Room to dance. Call for more information. Food and Wine Tours, Murphys - 800-407-8918 Fridays and Saturdays 11:30am. Tours are 3-1/2 hours and 1.5 miles of walking along historic Main Street. Many food stops are included. Get the inside story about the area’s rough-and-tumble past. Call or visit http://www.Local-Food-Tours.com for more information and reservations.	29 Events on June 29, 2013 Outdoor safety, New Melones Recreation Area - 209-536-9543 Learn how to prepare before you go out and some hints to keep you safe in the outdoors. Presentation starts at 7pm. Makin' Tracks, Lake Alpine - 209-795-1381 2-3pm at the Marmot Picnic Area Amphitheater, Lake Alpine. Learn to read tracks left by wildlife and make your own plaster animal track to take home. Cost/Materials Fee: $2 For more information, contact the Ranger District Office at 209-795-1381. Linger Longer at Hovey Winery - 209-728-9999 Hovey Winery - 209- Hovey Winery will be open Friday and Saturday evenings until 7 p.m. (or longer) starting June 14 through the summer. Please come and linger longer with a glass of wine on the porch or in the garden. Twisted Folk Concert, Vallecito - 209-736-9080 7:30pm Mumbo Gumbo. Twisted Folk concerts feature a variety of acoustic, bluegrass, folk, classical, and world music - along with tasty food and yummy Twisted Oak wines! For tickets or more information, visit http://www.twistedoak.com/concerts Zucca After Hours Wine Bar, Murphys - 209-728-1623 5-8 pm for Wine Bar service “al’Italiano”. Enjoy wines by the glass and a small bread plate, or choose your own flight of wines. Firepits to keep you comfy! Live music on select nights. Call for more information. Keep on Singing, Lake Alpine -209-795-1381 7-8pm at the Marmot Picnic Area Amphitheater, Lake Alpine. Cost: $2 Donation. Lake Alpine favorite Bill Roberson will delight you with entertaining music and interactive songs. Bring the family. Prepare to act silly and have fun. For more information, contact the Ranger District Office at 209-795-1381. Wine, Dinner and Shakespeare, Murphys - 209-728-8422 "Much Ado About Nothing". Dinner served 6:30-7:15. Tickets $20 - $45 with dinner. Available at Sustenance Books in Murphys. Call for more information or visit http://www.murphyscreektheatre.org Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Murphys - 209-728-3072 Available at no charge (donations gratefully accepted) on Saturday mornings at 10am leaving from the Old Timers Museum. Please call to confirm dates and times or make arrangements for large groups. Celtic Campfire, Wakaluu Hepyoo Campground - 209-795-1381 7-8pm at the Wakaluu Hepyoo Campground Amphitheater. Cost: $2 Suggested Donation. Musicians from the group Sequoia will perform beautiful Irish tunes and fun sing-alongs that will put a smile on every face. For more information, contact the Ranger District Office at 209-795-1381. Concerts in the Park, Arnold - 209-795-4222 the Park, Arnold At Cedar Center 6-8pm. Free. Swing Gitane. Cocktails, beer & wine plus gourmet dinners will be available for purchase. Classic Car Show, Angels Camp - 209-728-9971 9am-3pm. Utica Park in Historic Downtown Angels Camp. Close to Shopping & Restaurants. Awards, Dash Plaques, Raffle Prizes, 50/50 Drawing. Music, Vendors, BBQ and beverages. Spectators Free. Call or email terry.makemyday@email.com for more details. Barn Dance and BBQ, Angels Camp - 209-728-3230 At the Calaveras County Fairgrounds from 4-9pm. $30. Raffle, door prizes, silent auction, dessert auction, line dancing, music. Enter the horseshoe tournament. Dinner served at 6pm. Call for tickets, information and to register for the tournament. Indoor Watercolor Workshop, Mokelumne Hill - 209-286-1387 At Petroglyphe Gallery for all levels of artists. “Painting White Flowers in Watercolor”. 10am–4pm. $85. Registration is limited. Please visit http://www.gallerypetroglyphe.com/event/workshops for more info and to download the registration form. Fireworks over New Hogan Lake, Valley Springs - 209-772-1343 Find a parking spot prior to dusk. The best vantage point is on the water. Bring your boat and sit under the stars and watch the fireworks. Call park rangers for more information. Gyotaku-The Art of Fish Printing, Wakaluu Hepyoo Campground - 209-795-1381 11am-Noon at the Wakaluu Hepyoo Campground Amphitheater. Cost: $5 Materials Fee. Children and parents will learn the ancient Japanese art of Gyotaku. Using fish molds and ink, you will print a unique T-Shirt and learn about fish and the lake. Material fee includes T-Shirt. For more information, contact the Ranger District Office at 209-795-1381. Guided Hike, Big Trees State Park - 209-795-3840 Free, however, entrance fee $8 per carload applies. Guided hikes available year round. When the snow covers the ground they become guided snowshoe walks every Saturday at 1pm. Snowshoes are provided free, first come first served. No reservations are allowed. Check in at the Warming Hut no later than 12:30 pm. Food and Wine Tours, Murphys - 800-407-8918 Fridays and Saturdays 11:30am. Tours are 3-1/2 hours and 1.5 miles of walking along historic Main Street. Many food stops are included. Get the inside story about the area’s rough-and-tumble past. Call or visit http://www.Local-Food-Tours.com for more information and reservations.	30 Events on June 30, 2013 Blazing BBQ & Fixings Cooking Class, Murphys - 209-728-1251 ext. 11 Join Chef Rob in Ironstone Vineyard's Gourmet Kitchen for a hands- on learning experience. Each creation you make is also paired with Ironstone’s Award Winning wine. $55 per person. 12pm–4pm. Call for reservations.

June 2013 »

Cook Class, Murphys - 209-728-8853
At Marisolio Tasting Bar. 10am & 6pm. Class is approximately 2 hours. Tapas al Fresco. Starting with Gazpacho, then create season vegetable appetizers and other Spanish "little bites". $30 class fee. Call to reserve your place.
Wine Maker's Night at Alchemy, Murphys - 209-728-0700
Alchemy, Murphys - 209- Every Tuesday night from 4:30-7:30 pm at Alchemy Restaurant. Enjoy a featured wine and a great meal. Live music on the patio from 5:30-8 pm. Call for reservations and more information.

Music in the Parks, Angels Camp - 209-754-1774
6:30 - 8pm - The Calaveras Arts Council presents Music in the Parks 2013 on Wednesdays from June 12 through August 14. Bring out your picnic and the entire family for these FREE, good energy concerts in parks throughout Calaveras County. Tonight's entertainment is provided by Fishtank Ensemble, a quintet of Balkan Gypsy muisc with soprano and saw, at Utica Park in Angels Camp. For more information, call 754-1774.
Makin' Tracks, Lake Alpine - 209-795-1381
2-3pm at the Marmot Picnic Area Amphitheater. Learn to read tracks left by wildlife and make your own plaster animal track to take home. Cost/Materials Fee: $2. For more information, call the Ranger District office at 209-795-1381.

Lake Alpine Junior Rangers, Lake Alpine - 209-795-1381
2-3pm at the Marmot Picnic Area Amphitheater, Lake Alpine. Hands-on activities will introduce kids ages 4-12 to the world we live in and how to care for the outdoors we love. For more information, contact the Ranger District Office at 209-795-1381.
Classic Car Cruise Night, Murphys 209-728-9971
6-9pm. Free. Murphys Historic Hotel. Money Raffles, Local DJ "Decade Music". Food Available
Bring your classic car. Spectators welcome.

Passport Wine Weekend - 866-806-9463
Multiple day event. The event kicks off on Friday night with “Taste the World of Calaveras,” held in Murphys Park. Participants must be 21 years or older. Designated drivers passes $15 for the weekend & will be provided non-alcoholic beverages in addition to any food. Calaveras County wineries showcase their unique personalities and award winning wines. Participants are issued a commemorative glass and “Passport” that is stamped at each of the wineries visited on Saturday and Sunday, and if completed, entered in drawings for some outstanding prizes. Call for more information. Tickets can be purchased online at http://calaveraspassport.eventbrite.com/
Speak Your Mind
Stand Up Comedy, Copperopolis - 209-785-4646
At the Sports Pub in Copperopolis Micki and Larry's Sports Pub will be hosting stand up comedians Loranzo Thornton, Cory Robinson and Willie Mack with special guest and local comedian Julia Fretwell at 8:30 pm.
Enjoy an evening of laughter and fun. No cover charge.
Zucca After Hours Wine Bar, Murphys - 209-728-1623
5-8 pm for Wine Bar service “al’Italiano”. Enjoy wines by the glass and a small bread plate, or choose your own flight of wines. Firepits to keep you comfy! Live music on select nights. Call for more information.
Karaoke Night, Angels Camp - 209-890-7155
At Angels Camp Mercantile and Cafe from 6-10pm. Fun for all ages. Come out and share your talents! Call for more information.
Wine, Dinner and Shakespeare, Murphys - 209-728-8422
"Much Ado About Nothing". Dinner served 6:30-7:15. Tickets $20 - $45 with dinner. Available at Sustenance Books in Murphys. Call for more information or visit http://www.murphyscreektheatre.org
Linger Longer at Hovey Winery - 209-728-9999
Hovey Winery - 209- Hovey Winery will be open Friday and Saturday evenings until 7 p.m. (or longer) starting June 14 through the summer. Please come and linger longer with a glass of wine on the porch or in the garden.
Angels Camp Farmer's Market - 209-736-1333
5pm-dusk at Utica Park. June-October. Enjoy farm fresh fruit and vegetables, baked goods, fresh foods, wine and drinks, featured winery is Ironstone Vineyards, music by Rick Moore, and a craft fair. Sponsored by AAA
Call for more information.
Gyotaku-The Art of Fish Printing, Lake Alpine - 209-795-1381
2-3pm. Children and parents will learn the ancient Japanese art of Gyotaku. Using fish molds and ink, you will print a unique T-Shirt and learn about fish and the lake. Material Fee of $5 includes T-Shirt. For more information, contact the Ranger District Office at 209-795-1381.
Fridays At Alchemy, Murphys - 209-728-0700
Pop, country and jazz vocal performances from the 40s, 50s, 60s. 5:30-8 pm at Alchemy. The music is free. Room to dance. Call for more information.
Food and Wine Tours, Murphys - 800-407-8918
Fridays and Saturdays 11:30am. Tours are 3-1/2 hours and 1.5 miles of walking along historic Main Street. Many food stops are included. Get the inside story about the area’s rough-and-tumble past. Call or visit http://www.Local-Food-Tours.com for more information and reservations.
Fridays at Victoria Inn Restaurant, Murphys - 209-728-0107
Live Music by Nicholas Lefler from 6-8pm. Call for more information.
Golf Tournament, Arnold - 209-795-8999
At Sequoia Woods Country Club. Tee off time 1pm. Call for more information.

Scott Street Sisterhood Sale, Murphys - 209-728-8634
The Scott Street Sisterhood is offering discounts during Passport Weekend. The Sisterhood is made up of all the shops on Scott Street, Murphys, each owned solely by women. For this Passport Weekend, Gold Country Roasters, Independent Mercantile and maisieblue are combining female forces to offer their customers a special deal. Buy any item at one of these 3 shops and receive a coupon good for 10% off of a purchase at either of the other 2 shops.
Makin' Tracks, Lake Alpine - 209-795-1381
2-3pm at the Marmot Picnic Area Amphitheater, Lake Alpine. Learn to read tracks left by wildlife and make your own plaster animal track to take home. Cost/Materials Fee: $2 For more information, contact the Ranger District Office at 209-795-1381.
Linger Longer at Hovey Winery - 209-728-9999
Hovey Winery - 209- Hovey Winery will be open Friday and Saturday evenings until 7 p.m. (or longer) starting June 14 through the summer. Please come and linger longer with a glass of wine on the porch or in the garden.
Song of the Sierras, Lake Alpine - 209-795-1381
7-8pm at the Marmot Picnic Area Amphitheater. Cost: $2 Donation. Through stories and song we explore the call of the Sierra Nevadas: the incredible beauty and amazing history of a place we return to year after year. Fore more information, contact the Ranger District Office at 209-795-1381.
Live Jazz, Murphys -209-768-7262
At Brice Station Vineyards. Passport weekend. With Z-Man and Friends. 2pm. Bring a picnic and a chair. No outside alcoholic beverages. Call or visit http://www.bricestation.com for more information.
“In Train View” Photo Exhibit, Railtown 1897 State Historic Park - 209-984-0352
Train View” Photo Exhibit, Railtown 1897 State Historic Park - 209- Featuring photographs of Railtown 1897’s buildings, trains, and other equipment. Opening reception and first glimpse of the completed show will be Saturday, June 22 at 11am. Show runs through Sunday, September 1. Call or visit http://railtown1897.org/whats-new for more information.
Guided Hike, Big Trees State Park - 209-795-3840
Free, however, entrance fee $8 per carload applies. Guided hikes available year round. When the snow covers the ground they become guided snowshoe walks every Saturday at 1pm. Snowshoes are provided free, first come first served. No reservations are allowed. Check in at the Warming Hut no later than 12:30 pm.
Zucca After Hours Wine Bar, Murphys - 209-728-1623
5-8 pm for Wine Bar service “al’Italiano”. Enjoy wines by the glass and a small bread plate, or choose your own flight of wines. Firepits to keep you comfy! Live music on select nights. Call for more information.
Wine, Dinner and Shakespeare, Murphys - 209-728-8422
"Much Ado About Nothing". Dinner served 6:30-7:15. Tickets $20 - $45 with dinner. Available at Sustenance Books in Murphys. Call for more information or visit http://www.murphyscreektheatre.org
Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Murphys - 209-728-3072
Available at no charge (donations gratefully accepted) on Saturday mornings at 10am leaving from the Old Timers Museum. Please call to confirm dates and times or make arrangements for large groups.
Russ Faught Memorial Lokanee Derby - New Melones Reservoir - 209-745-4246
Pick up entry form at Glory Hole Sports. Fishing starts at 5:30am. Must be registerd by June 22, late entries will be charged additional $10. Call for more information.
Birds of New Melones Lake, New Melones Recreation Area - 209-536-9543
Discover birds significance while discussing how to identify species, flight patterns, habitats, calls and songs. Arts and crafts at 7pm, presentation at 7:30pm.
Art Show, Hovey Winery, Murphys - 209-728-9999
A wide range of artistic talent will be showcased. 11am-5pm. Open to the public free of charge. More than a dozen local artists will have their works for sale on the lawn of the tasting room. Call for more information.
Art In The Garden, West Point - 209-293-4259
The Garden, West Point 9am-4pm. Art in The Garden Show and Sale. Featuring Art, Farmers Market, Community Events, Art Raffle. 2-10pm Concert featuring local musicians. 5-9pm burgers, beer and wine. Follow the signs to the Community Garden, 174 Spink Rd. Free admission. For more information, call 209-293-4259.
Food and Wine Tours, Murphys - 800-407-8918
Fridays and Saturdays 11:30am. Tours are 3-1/2 hours and 1.5 miles of walking along historic Main Street. Many food stops are included. Get the inside story about the area’s rough-and-tumble past. Call or visit http://www.Local-Food-Tours.com for more information and reservations.
Concerts in the Park, Arnold - 209-795-4222
the Park, Arnold At Cedar Center 6-8pm. Free. Fabulous Off Brothers. Cocktails, beer & wine plus gourmet dinners will be available for purchase.
Art, Jazz and Wine on the Square - Copperopolis Town Square
10am-4pm. Local artists show and sale. Pro and amateur Food Art Competition. Music by Roger Garcia Trio and Jana & Friends. For information regarding the food art competion email: mail4jswig@yahoo.com or 209-743-0099.
Demonstration Garden, San Andreas - 209-754-6477
The Calaveras County Master Gardeners’ Demonstration Garden will be open from 10AM–2PM. The focus will be bee keeping with a demonstration. Plants will be offered for sale from 10AM–12PM. The Demonstration Garden is located at 891 Mountain Ranch Rd.
Farmers Market, Arnold - 209-795-7898
Every Saturday through mid September from 10am-2pm at the Cedar Center.
Drums Under the Sky, Wakaluu Hepyoo Campground - 209-795-1381
7-8pm at the Wakaluu Hepyoo Campground Amphitheater. Cost: $2 Suggested Donation. Using the power of drums, movement, stories and songs, Mark Dyken and his brother, Bear, bring a sense of universal rhythm and harmony. For more than 20 years, they have performed with a family group, Clan Dyken. For more information, contact the Ranger District Office at 209-795-1381.
"Escape to France", Ironstone Vineyards - 209-728-1251
Come on out for a weekend of fun with live music from Grover Anderson and Richard Bolmen.
Don’t forget to have your passport stamped, drink Award Winning Wine and have some
Delicious BBQ! 10am-5pm for a weekend you won’t forget!
Flint Knapping Demonstration,Wakaluu Hepyoo Campground - 209-795-1381
10am-Noon at the Wakaluu Hepyoo Campground Amphitheater. Cost: $2 Suggested Donation. The Mi-Wuk people expertly crafted arrowheads from obsidian that were both beautiful and deadly. Observe traditional practitioner Fred Velasquez as he demonstrates this ancient art. For more information, contact the Ranger District Office at 209-795-1381.

Scott Street Sisterhood Sale, Murphys - 209-728-8634
The Scott Street Sisterhood is offering discounts during Passport Weekend. The Sisterhood is made up of all the shops on Scott Street, Murphys, each owned solely by women. For this Passport Weekend, Gold Country Roasters, Independent Mercantile and maisieblue are combining female forces to offer their customers a special deal. Buy any item at one of these 3 shops and receive a coupon good for 10% off of a purchase at either of the other 2 shops.
River Rafting Trip, Mokelumne River - 209-295-4900
A rare opportunity to experience this Wild and Scenic eligible river. $70/person. Professionally guided by O.A.R.S. Advance reservations required.
"Escape to France", Ironstone Vineyards - 209-728-1251
Come on out for a weekend of fun with live music from Grover Anderson and Richard Bolmen.
Don’t forget to have your passport stamped, drink Award Winning Wine and have some
Delicious BBQ! 10am-5pm for a weekend you won’t forget!
Art Show, Hovey Winery, Murphys - 209-728-9999
A wide range of artistic talent will be showcased. 11am-5pm. Open to the public free of charge. More than a dozen local artists will have their works for sale on the lawn of the tasting room. Call for more information.

Wine Maker's Night at Alchemy, Murphys - 209-728-0700
Alchemy, Murphys - 209- Every Tuesday night from 4:30-7:30 pm at Alchemy Restaurant. Enjoy a featured wine and a great meal. Live music on the patio from 5:30-8 pm. Call for reservations and more information.

Music in the Parks, Mountain Ranch - 209-754-1774
6:30 - 8pm - The Calaveras Arts Council presents Music in the Parks 2013 on Wednesdays from June 12 through August 14. Bring out your picnic and the entire family for these FREE, good energy concerts in parks throughout Calaveras County. Tonight's entertainment is provided by B-Sides, sounds of the 60s Rock, at Mountain Ranch Community Park in Mountain Ranch. For more information, call 754-1774.
Wine Social with Live Music, Murphys 209-768-7262
Calaveras Winegrape Alliance event. Anyone interested in wine and wine making is welcome. Bring a bottle of wine and hors d' oeuvre to share. Music starts at 5pm. Call or visit http://www.bricestation.com for more information.
Makin' Tracks, Lake Alpine - 209-795-1381
2-3pm at the Marmot Picnic Area Amphitheater. Learn to read tracks left by wildlife and make your own plaster animal track to take home. Cost/Materials Fee: $2. For more information, call the Ranger District office at 209-795-1381.

Lake Alpine Junior Rangers, Lake Alpine - 209-795-1381
2-3pm at the Marmot Picnic Area Amphitheater, Lake Alpine. Hands-on activities will introduce kids ages 4-12 to the world we live in and how to care for the outdoors we love. For more information, contact the Ranger District Office at 209-795-1381.

Karaoke Night, Angels Camp - 209-890-7155
At Angels Camp Mercantile and Cafe from 6-10pm. Fun for all ages. Come out and share your talents! Call for more information.
Zucca After Hours Wine Bar, Murphys - 209-728-1623
5-8 pm for Wine Bar service “al’Italiano”. Enjoy wines by the glass and a small bread plate, or choose your own flight of wines. Firepits to keep you comfy! Live music on select nights. Call for more information.
Gyotaku-The Art of Fish Printing, Lake Alpine - 209-795-1381
2-3pm. Children and parents will learn the ancient Japanese art of Gyotaku. Using fish molds and ink, you will print a unique T-Shirt and learn about fish and the lake. Material Fee of $5 includes T-Shirt. For more information, contact the Ranger District Office at 209-795-1381.
Wine, Dinner and Shakespeare, Murphys - 209-728-8422
"Much Ado About Nothing". Dinner served 6:30-7:15. Tickets $20 - $45 with dinner. Available at Sustenance Books in Murphys. Call for more information or visit http://www.murphyscreektheatre.org
Linger Longer at Hovey Winery - 209-728-9999
Hovey Winery - 209- Hovey Winery will be open Friday and Saturday evenings until 7 p.m. (or longer) starting June 14 through the summer. Please come and linger longer with a glass of wine on the porch or in the garden.
Fridays at Victoria Inn Restaurant, Murphys - 209-728-0107
Live Music by Nicholas Lefler from 6-8pm. Call for more information.
Comedy Night, Valley Springs - 209-772-1082
9pm at the La Contenta Event Center. Tickets $15 in advance. Limited tickets sold. Headliner, Ngaio Bealum. FOR MATURE audiences only. Doors open at 8pm. Seating first come first served. Call for more information.
Angels Camp Farmer's Market - 209-736-1333
5pm-dusk at Utica Park. June-October. Enjoy farm fresh fruit and vegetables, baked goods, fresh foods, wine and drinks, live music and a craft fair. Call for more information. Come get twisted! Featured winery is Twisted Oak, music by Los Bongoleros
Fridays At Alchemy, Murphys - 209-728-0700
Pop, country and jazz vocal performances from the 40s, 50s, 60s. 5:30-8 pm at Alchemy. The music is free. Room to dance. Call for more information.
Food and Wine Tours, Murphys - 800-407-8918
Fridays and Saturdays 11:30am. Tours are 3-1/2 hours and 1.5 miles of walking along historic Main Street. Many food stops are included. Get the inside story about the area’s rough-and-tumble past. Call or visit http://www.Local-Food-Tours.com for more information and reservations.

Outdoor safety, New Melones Recreation Area - 209-536-9543
Learn how to prepare before you go out and some hints to keep you safe in the outdoors. Presentation starts at 7pm.
Makin' Tracks, Lake Alpine - 209-795-1381
2-3pm at the Marmot Picnic Area Amphitheater, Lake Alpine. Learn to read tracks left by wildlife and make your own plaster animal track to take home. Cost/Materials Fee: $2 For more information, contact the Ranger District Office at 209-795-1381.
Linger Longer at Hovey Winery - 209-728-9999
Hovey Winery - 209- Hovey Winery will be open Friday and Saturday evenings until 7 p.m. (or longer) starting June 14 through the summer. Please come and linger longer with a glass of wine on the porch or in the garden.
Twisted Folk Concert, Vallecito - 209-736-9080
7:30pm Mumbo Gumbo. Twisted Folk concerts feature a variety of acoustic, bluegrass, folk, classical, and world music - along with tasty food and yummy Twisted Oak wines! For tickets or more information, visit http://www.twistedoak.com/concerts
Zucca After Hours Wine Bar, Murphys - 209-728-1623
5-8 pm for Wine Bar service “al’Italiano”. Enjoy wines by the glass and a small bread plate, or choose your own flight of wines. Firepits to keep you comfy! Live music on select nights. Call for more information.
Keep on Singing, Lake Alpine -209-795-1381
7-8pm at the Marmot Picnic Area Amphitheater, Lake Alpine. Cost: $2 Donation. Lake Alpine favorite Bill Roberson will delight you with entertaining music and interactive songs. Bring the family. Prepare to act silly and have fun. For more information, contact the Ranger District Office at 209-795-1381.
Wine, Dinner and Shakespeare, Murphys - 209-728-8422
"Much Ado About Nothing". Dinner served 6:30-7:15. Tickets $20 - $45 with dinner. Available at Sustenance Books in Murphys. Call for more information or visit http://www.murphyscreektheatre.org
Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Murphys - 209-728-3072
Available at no charge (donations gratefully accepted) on Saturday mornings at 10am leaving from the Old Timers Museum. Please call to confirm dates and times or make arrangements for large groups.
Celtic Campfire, Wakaluu Hepyoo Campground - 209-795-1381
7-8pm at the Wakaluu Hepyoo Campground Amphitheater. Cost: $2 Suggested Donation. Musicians from the group Sequoia will perform beautiful Irish tunes and fun sing-alongs that will put a smile on every face. For more information, contact the Ranger District Office at 209-795-1381.
Concerts in the Park, Arnold - 209-795-4222
the Park, Arnold At Cedar Center 6-8pm. Free. Swing Gitane. Cocktails, beer & wine plus gourmet dinners will be available for purchase.
Classic Car Show, Angels Camp - 209-728-9971
9am-3pm. Utica Park in Historic Downtown Angels Camp. Close to Shopping & Restaurants. Awards, Dash Plaques, Raffle Prizes, 50/50 Drawing. Music, Vendors, BBQ and beverages. Spectators Free. Call or email terry.makemyday@email.com for more details.
Barn Dance and BBQ, Angels Camp - 209-728-3230
At the Calaveras County Fairgrounds from 4-9pm. $30. Raffle, door prizes, silent auction, dessert auction, line dancing, music. Enter the horseshoe tournament. Dinner served at 6pm. Call for tickets, information and to register for the tournament.
Indoor Watercolor Workshop, Mokelumne Hill - 209-286-1387
At Petroglyphe Gallery for all levels of artists. “Painting White Flowers in Watercolor”. 10am–4pm. $85. Registration is limited. Please visit http://www.gallerypetroglyphe.com/event/workshops for more info and to download the registration form.
Fireworks over New Hogan Lake, Valley Springs - 209-772-1343
Find a parking spot prior to dusk. The best vantage point is on the water. Bring your boat and sit under the stars and watch the fireworks. Call park rangers for more information.
Gyotaku-The Art of Fish Printing, Wakaluu Hepyoo Campground - 209-795-1381
11am-Noon at the Wakaluu Hepyoo Campground Amphitheater. Cost: $5 Materials Fee. Children and parents will learn the ancient Japanese art of Gyotaku. Using fish molds and ink, you will print a unique T-Shirt and learn about fish and the lake. Material fee includes T-Shirt. For more information, contact the Ranger District Office at 209-795-1381.
Guided Hike, Big Trees State Park - 209-795-3840
Free, however, entrance fee $8 per carload applies. Guided hikes available year round. When the snow covers the ground they become guided snowshoe walks every Saturday at 1pm. Snowshoes are provided free, first come first served. No reservations are allowed. Check in at the Warming Hut no later than 12:30 pm.
Food and Wine Tours, Murphys - 800-407-8918
Fridays and Saturdays 11:30am. Tours are 3-1/2 hours and 1.5 miles of walking along historic Main Street. Many food stops are included. Get the inside story about the area’s rough-and-tumble past. Call or visit http://www.Local-Food-Tours.com for more information and reservations.

Blazing BBQ & Fixings Cooking Class, Murphys - 209-728-1251 ext. 11
Join Chef Rob in Ironstone Vineyard's Gourmet Kitchen for a hands- on learning experience. Each creation you make is also paired with Ironstone’s Award Winning wine. $55 per person. 12pm–4pm. Call for reservations.

Comments

Liza Murdock says:

March 14, 2012 at 10:21 am

Can I get one thru the mail so I can make a hotel reservation before I come? Thank you.

- cblogger says:
  
  March 14, 2012 at 12:23 pm
  
  Hi Liza,
  
  We just sent you an email for your mailing address. We can absolutely put a VIP card in the mail for you. Or, if you prefer to call the Visitors Bureau direct, call 209-736-4009 to request your card. Thanks, Cari Morgan – CVB Blogger
  
Russell Boyd says:

March 15, 2012 at 4:58 pm

Can I tag along and get a VIP card in the mail? E-mail me, please…

- cblogger says:
  
  March 15, 2012 at 5:02 pm
  
  You bet! We’ll just need your mailing address. We sent you a direct message via email.
  
Sue Hinojoza says:

April 25, 2012 at 4:33 pm

Great idea! I’m tagging along for a mailed card too! Please Email me so I can send my address… thanks!

- cblogger says:
  
  April 26, 2012 at 2:54 pm
  
  Sue, we’d love to send you a card. Look for an email from us.
  
Isla Hall says:

May 5, 2012 at 7:34 pm

Please email so I can send you our address to get the VIP card early also.

Lynn Garcia says:

May 6, 2012 at 6:53 pm

I agree, if it’s ok, I would like to tag along too. Can you please email me so I can send my address…thanks!

- shelley teall says:
  
  June 6, 2012 at 9:12 pm
  
  I would love a VIP card too. We are visiting your area in 3 weeks. Thanks!!!
  
Elizabeth says:

July 3, 2012 at 11:32 pm

I would like a VIP card as well. Would it be best to get it through the mail or visit the Visitor’s Center when I arrive in a week and a half?
Thank you.

- cblogger says:
  
  July 5, 2012 at 9:47 am
  
  Hi Elizabeth,
  
  Since your visit is so close, I would recommend stopping by the Visitors Center in Angels Camp and picking one up in person. That way you can talk to the staff there about any activities and places you’re interested in visiting too.
  
  - tina says:
    
    July 18, 2012 at 1:17 am
    
    Hello,
    We have just reserved a house your area in august for 5 days and would be interested in getting your VIP card. Can you please send one to me? It sounds like a great deal. Since there is 4 of us do we each need one or will one cover 4 of us?
    thank you so much.
    Tina
    
    - cblogger says:
      
      July 19, 2012 at 8:44 am
      
      Hi Tina, We’ll definitely get you a VIP card. Watch for an email from us so we can get your mailing address. One card will be good for the whole group.
      
      - Marlene French says:
        
        August 7, 2012 at 12:07 pm
        
        I would like a VIP card as well! Who do I email? Love Calaveras County!!!!
      - cblogger says:
        
        August 7, 2012 at 12:15 pm
        
        Marlene, watch for an email. We’ll be requesting your address.
Deborah Kleist says:

July 26, 2012 at 11:12 am

Can you please e-mail me so I can get a VIP card. I am coming to that area in August.
Thanks, Debi Kleist

Deborah Kleist says:

July 26, 2012 at 11:37 am

My address is:

1930 Solana Ct.
Grover Beach, CA 93433

Can you please send me a VIP card

- cblogger says:
  
  August 7, 2012 at 12:15 pm
  
  Absolutely! Thanks for your interest and hope to see you in Calaveras soon.
  
Lisa McKee says:

November 2, 2012 at 9:46 am

Will you send me a VIP card also. I would like to plan a birthday wine tasting trip.
Thanks.

- cblogger says:
  
  November 26, 2012 at 8:28 am
  
  Hi Lisa, We just sent you an email request for your mailing address. Once we have that, we can get one in the mail ASAP. If you have any other questions about planning your wine tasting trip, don’t hesitate to call the visitor center. Cheers!
  
Kimberly says:

November 24, 2012 at 10:32 am

I would like to receive a vip card please.

- cblogger says:
  
  November 26, 2012 at 8:25 am
  
  Hi Kim, We just need your mailing address and we’ll be happy to get one in the mail. Look for an email from us.
  
Eric Bergles says:

November 26, 2012 at 7:58 pm

Could you send me a VIP card. I’m planning a visit for next weekend!
thanks,
Eric

- cblogger says:
  
  November 27, 2012 at 8:01 am
  
  Hi Eric, We sent you an email with the additional information needed to send you a card. Please let us know if you don’t receive it. Thanks!
  
stacey w says:

February 26, 2013 at 2:28 pm

Please send me a card at 8209 surrey park ct, sacramento, ca 95828

- cblogger says:
  
  February 26, 2013 at 4:36 pm
  
  Will do, Stacey. Thanks for the request.
  
John K Quilaton says:

March 11, 2013 at 8:12 pm

Please send me a VIP card to my address, I will be arriving end of March and I know I will forget to get one. Thank you

John K Quilaton
8120 E Turbo St
Long Beach, CA 90808

- cblogger says:
  
  March 12, 2013 at 8:44 am
  
  We’ll get that out to you as soon as possible, John! Thanks for the request.
  
Nicole says:

May 15, 2013 at 11:03 am

Can you please send me a VIP card? We’re planning a trip for May 23. Will I be able to get it in the mail before then so I can make reservations? Thanks!

- Nicole says:
  
  May 15, 2013 at 11:04 am
  
  My address is 4901 S. Prairie Flower Rd. Turlock, CA 95380
  
- cblogger says:
  
  May 16, 2013 at 8:22 am
  
  Hi Nicole,
  We’ll try to get that out ASAP. If it doesn’t arrive in time, you can always stop into the Angels Camp Visitors Center and pick one up there in person. Thanks for your interest.
  
Allan R. says:

May 18, 2013 at 8:01 pm

Can you please send me a VIP card? We plan on attending the Passport Weekend @ Murphy’s on June 21-June 23. My Address is 731 Glacier Way Fairfield, Ca 94534

Thanks,

Allan Ruser

- cblogger says:
  
  June 3, 2013 at 10:30 am
  
  No problem, Allan. We’ll get that in the mail ASAP. Enjoy your visit!
  
Nicole Neal says:

June 2, 2013 at 4:22 pm

I would love to get a VIP card, am I able to get one before my family and I come up? We plan on being there the last week in July, really excited to come up and see all the beautiful sites.

- cblogger says:
  
  June 3, 2013 at 10:27 am
  
  Hi Nicole,
  
  You bet! All we need is your address. We’ll be sending you a direct message shortly so you can get that information to us. Or, feel free to call the Visitor Center directly at 209-736-0049.
  
David Holloway says:

June 11, 2013 at 8:14 pm

My friends and I will be coming up for a weekend on June 20th . I would love to get your VIP card.

9844 Falcon Meadow Drive
Elk Grove, Ca 95624

- cblogger says:
  
  June 12, 2013 at 7:27 am
  
  Hi David,
  We’ll try to get that in the mail today. If for some reason, it doesn’t arrive in time, feel free to stop at the Visitors Center in Angels Camp and pick one up when you get here.

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17	18 Events on June 18, 2013 Cook Class, Murphys - 209-728-8853 At Marisolio Tasting Bar. 10am & 6pm. Class is approximately 2 hours. Tapas al Fresco. Starting with Gazpacho, then create season vegetable appetizers and other Spanish "little bites". $30 class fee. Call to reserve your place. Wine Maker's Night at Alchemy, Murphys - 209-728-0700 Alchemy, Murphys - 209- Every Tuesday night from 4:30-7:30 pm at Alchemy Restaurant. Enjoy a featured wine and a great meal. Live music on the patio from 5:30-8 pm. Call for reservations and more information.	19 Events on June 19, 2013 Music in the Parks, Angels Camp - 209-754-1774 6:30 - 8pm - The Calaveras Arts Council presents Music in the Parks 2013 on Wednesdays from June 12 through August 14. Bring out your picnic and the entire family for these FREE, good energy concerts in parks throughout Calaveras County. Tonight's entertainment is provided by Fishtank Ensemble, a quintet of Balkan Gypsy muisc with soprano and saw, at Utica Park in Angels Camp. For more information, call 754-1774. Makin' Tracks, Lake Alpine - 209-795-1381 2-3pm at the Marmot Picnic Area Amphitheater. Learn to read tracks left by wildlife and make your own plaster animal track to take home. Cost/Materials Fee: $2. For more information, call the Ranger District office at 209-795-1381.	20 Events on June 20, 2013 Lake Alpine Junior Rangers, Lake Alpine - 209-795-1381 2-3pm at the Marmot Picnic Area Amphitheater, Lake Alpine. Hands-on activities will introduce kids ages 4-12 to the world we live in and how to care for the outdoors we love. For more information, contact the Ranger District Office at 209-795-1381. Classic Car Cruise Night, Murphys 209-728-9971 6-9pm. Free. Murphys Historic Hotel. Money Raffles, Local DJ "Decade Music". Food Available Bring your classic car. Spectators welcome.	21 Events on June 21, 2013 Passport Wine Weekend - 866-806-9463 Multiple day event. The event kicks off on Friday night with “Taste the World of Calaveras,” held in Murphys Park. Participants must be 21 years or older. Designated drivers passes $15 for the weekend & will be provided non-alcoholic beverages in addition to any food. Calaveras County wineries showcase their unique personalities and award winning wines. Participants are issued a commemorative glass and “Passport” that is stamped at each of the wineries visited on Saturday and Sunday, and if completed, entered in drawings for some outstanding prizes. Call for more information. Tickets can be purchased online at http://calaveraspassport.eventbrite.com/ Speak Your Mind Stand Up Comedy, Copperopolis - 209-785-4646 At the Sports Pub in Copperopolis Micki and Larry's Sports Pub will be hosting stand up comedians Loranzo Thornton, Cory Robinson and Willie Mack with special guest and local comedian Julia Fretwell at 8:30 pm. Enjoy an evening of laughter and fun. No cover charge. Zucca After Hours Wine Bar, Murphys - 209-728-1623 5-8 pm for Wine Bar service “al’Italiano”. Enjoy wines by the glass and a small bread plate, or choose your own flight of wines. Firepits to keep you comfy! Live music on select nights. Call for more information. Karaoke Night, Angels Camp - 209-890-7155 At Angels Camp Mercantile and Cafe from 6-10pm. Fun for all ages. Come out and share your talents! Call for more information. Wine, Dinner and Shakespeare, Murphys - 209-728-8422 "Much Ado About Nothing". Dinner served 6:30-7:15. Tickets $20 - $45 with dinner. Available at Sustenance Books in Murphys. Call for more information or visit http://www.murphyscreektheatre.org Linger Longer at Hovey Winery - 209-728-9999 Hovey Winery - 209- Hovey Winery will be open Friday and Saturday evenings until 7 p.m. (or longer) starting June 14 through the summer. Please come and linger longer with a glass of wine on the porch or in the garden. Angels Camp Farmer's Market - 209-736-1333 5pm-dusk at Utica Park. June-October. Enjoy farm fresh fruit and vegetables, baked goods, fresh foods, wine and drinks, featured winery is Ironstone Vineyards, music by Rick Moore, and a craft fair. Sponsored by AAA Call for more information. Gyotaku-The Art of Fish Printing, Lake Alpine - 209-795-1381 2-3pm. Children and parents will learn the ancient Japanese art of Gyotaku. Using fish molds and ink, you will print a unique T-Shirt and learn about fish and the lake. Material Fee of $5 includes T-Shirt. For more information, contact the Ranger District Office at 209-795-1381. Fridays At Alchemy, Murphys - 209-728-0700 Pop, country and jazz vocal performances from the 40s, 50s, 60s. 5:30-8 pm at Alchemy. The music is free. Room to dance. Call for more information. Food and Wine Tours, Murphys - 800-407-8918 Fridays and Saturdays 11:30am. Tours are 3-1/2 hours and 1.5 miles of walking along historic Main Street. Many food stops are included. Get the inside story about the area’s rough-and-tumble past. Call or visit http://www.Local-Food-Tours.com for more information and reservations. Fridays at Victoria Inn Restaurant, Murphys - 209-728-0107 Live Music by Nicholas Lefler from 6-8pm. Call for more information. Golf Tournament, Arnold - 209-795-8999 At Sequoia Woods Country Club. Tee off time 1pm. Call for more information.	22 Events on June 22, 2013 Scott Street Sisterhood Sale, Murphys - 209-728-8634 The Scott Street Sisterhood is offering discounts during Passport Weekend. The Sisterhood is made up of all the shops on Scott Street, Murphys, each owned solely by women. For this Passport Weekend, Gold Country Roasters, Independent Mercantile and maisieblue are combining female forces to offer their customers a special deal. Buy any item at one of these 3 shops and receive a coupon good for 10% off of a purchase at either of the other 2 shops. Makin' Tracks, Lake Alpine - 209-795-1381 2-3pm at the Marmot Picnic Area Amphitheater, Lake Alpine. Learn to read tracks left by wildlife and make your own plaster animal track to take home. Cost/Materials Fee: $2 For more information, contact the Ranger District Office at 209-795-1381. Linger Longer at Hovey Winery - 209-728-9999 Hovey Winery - 209- Hovey Winery will be open Friday and Saturday evenings until 7 p.m. (or longer) starting June 14 through the summer. Please come and linger longer with a glass of wine on the porch or in the garden. Song of the Sierras, Lake Alpine - 209-795-1381 7-8pm at the Marmot Picnic Area Amphitheater. Cost: $2 Donation. Through stories and song we explore the call of the Sierra Nevadas: the incredible beauty and amazing history of a place we return to year after year. Fore more information, contact the Ranger District Office at 209-795-1381. Live Jazz, Murphys -209-768-7262 At Brice Station Vineyards. Passport weekend. With Z-Man and Friends. 2pm. Bring a picnic and a chair. No outside alcoholic beverages. Call or visit http://www.bricestation.com for more information. “In Train View” Photo Exhibit, Railtown 1897 State Historic Park - 209-984-0352 Train View” Photo Exhibit, Railtown 1897 State Historic Park - 209- Featuring photographs of Railtown 1897’s buildings, trains, and other equipment. Opening reception and first glimpse of the completed show will be Saturday, June 22 at 11am. Show runs through Sunday, September 1. Call or visit http://railtown1897.org/whats-new for more information. Guided Hike, Big Trees State Park - 209-795-3840 Free, however, entrance fee $8 per carload applies. Guided hikes available year round. When the snow covers the ground they become guided snowshoe walks every Saturday at 1pm. Snowshoes are provided free, first come first served. No reservations are allowed. Check in at the Warming Hut no later than 12:30 pm. Zucca After Hours Wine Bar, Murphys - 209-728-1623 5-8 pm for Wine Bar service “al’Italiano”. Enjoy wines by the glass and a small bread plate, or choose your own flight of wines. Firepits to keep you comfy! Live music on select nights. Call for more information. Wine, Dinner and Shakespeare, Murphys - 209-728-8422 "Much Ado About Nothing". Dinner served 6:30-7:15. Tickets $20 - $45 with dinner. Available at Sustenance Books in Murphys. Call for more information or visit http://www.murphyscreektheatre.org Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Murphys - 209-728-3072 Available at no charge (donations gratefully accepted) on Saturday mornings at 10am leaving from the Old Timers Museum. Please call to confirm dates and times or make arrangements for large groups. Russ Faught Memorial Lokanee Derby - New Melones Reservoir - 209-745-4246 Pick up entry form at Glory Hole Sports. Fishing starts at 5:30am. Must be registerd by June 22, late entries will be charged additional $10. Call for more information. Birds of New Melones Lake, New Melones Recreation Area - 209-536-9543 Discover birds significance while discussing how to identify species, flight patterns, habitats, calls and songs. Arts and crafts at 7pm, presentation at 7:30pm. Art Show, Hovey Winery, Murphys - 209-728-9999 A wide range of artistic talent will be showcased. 11am-5pm. Open to the public free of charge. More than a dozen local artists will have their works for sale on the lawn of the tasting room. Call for more information. Art In The Garden, West Point - 209-293-4259 The Garden, West Point 9am-4pm. Art in The Garden Show and Sale. Featuring Art, Farmers Market, Community Events, Art Raffle. 2-10pm Concert featuring local musicians. 5-9pm burgers, beer and wine. Follow the signs to the Community Garden, 174 Spink Rd. Free admission. For more information, call 209-293-4259. Food and Wine Tours, Murphys - 800-407-8918 Fridays and Saturdays 11:30am. Tours are 3-1/2 hours and 1.5 miles of walking along historic Main Street. Many food stops are included. Get the inside story about the area’s rough-and-tumble past. Call or visit http://www.Local-Food-Tours.com for more information and reservations. Concerts in the Park, Arnold - 209-795-4222 the Park, Arnold At Cedar Center 6-8pm. Free. Fabulous Off Brothers. Cocktails, beer & wine plus gourmet dinners will be available for purchase. Art, Jazz and Wine on the Square - Copperopolis Town Square 10am-4pm. Local artists show and sale. Pro and amateur Food Art Competition. Music by Roger Garcia Trio and Jana & Friends. For information regarding the food art competion email: mail4jswig@yahoo.com or 209-743-0099. Demonstration Garden, San Andreas - 209-754-6477 The Calaveras County Master Gardeners’ Demonstration Garden will be open from 10AM–2PM. The focus will be bee keeping with a demonstration. Plants will be offered for sale from 10AM–12PM. The Demonstration Garden is located at 891 Mountain Ranch Rd. Farmers Market, Arnold - 209-795-7898 Every Saturday through mid September from 10am-2pm at the Cedar Center. Drums Under the Sky, Wakaluu Hepyoo Campground - 209-795-1381 7-8pm at the Wakaluu Hepyoo Campground Amphitheater. Cost: $2 Suggested Donation. Using the power of drums, movement, stories and songs, Mark Dyken and his brother, Bear, bring a sense of universal rhythm and harmony. For more than 20 years, they have performed with a family group, Clan Dyken. For more information, contact the Ranger District Office at 209-795-1381. "Escape to France", Ironstone Vineyards - 209-728-1251 Come on out for a weekend of fun with live music from Grover Anderson and Richard Bolmen. Don’t forget to have your passport stamped, drink Award Winning Wine and have some Delicious BBQ! 10am-5pm for a weekend you won’t forget! Flint Knapping Demonstration,Wakaluu Hepyoo Campground - 209-795-1381 10am-Noon at the Wakaluu Hepyoo Campground Amphitheater. Cost: $2 Suggested Donation. The Mi-Wuk people expertly crafted arrowheads from obsidian that were both beautiful and deadly. Observe traditional practitioner Fred Velasquez as he demonstrates this ancient art. For more information, contact the Ranger District Office at 209-795-1381.	23 Events on June 23, 2013 Scott Street Sisterhood Sale, Murphys - 209-728-8634 The Scott Street Sisterhood is offering discounts during Passport Weekend. The Sisterhood is made up of all the shops on Scott Street, Murphys, each owned solely by women. For this Passport Weekend, Gold Country Roasters, Independent Mercantile and maisieblue are combining female forces to offer their customers a special deal. Buy any item at one of these 3 shops and receive a coupon good for 10% off of a purchase at either of the other 2 shops. River Rafting Trip, Mokelumne River - 209-295-4900 A rare opportunity to experience this Wild and Scenic eligible river. $70/person. Professionally guided by O.A.R.S. Advance reservations required. "Escape to France", Ironstone Vineyards - 209-728-1251 Come on out for a weekend of fun with live music from Grover Anderson and Richard Bolmen. Don’t forget to have your passport stamped, drink Award Winning Wine and have some Delicious BBQ! 10am-5pm for a weekend you won’t forget! Art Show, Hovey Winery, Murphys - 209-728-9999 A wide range of artistic talent will be showcased. 11am-5pm. Open to the public free of charge. More than a dozen local artists will have their works for sale on the lawn of the tasting room. Call for more information.
24	25 Events on June 25, 2013 Wine Maker's Night at Alchemy, Murphys - 209-728-0700 Alchemy, Murphys - 209- Every Tuesday night from 4:30-7:30 pm at Alchemy Restaurant. Enjoy a featured wine and a great meal. Live music on the patio from 5:30-8 pm. Call for reservations and more information.	26 Events on June 26, 2013 Music in the Parks, Mountain Ranch - 209-754-1774 6:30 - 8pm - The Calaveras Arts Council presents Music in the Parks 2013 on Wednesdays from June 12 through August 14. Bring out your picnic and the entire family for these FREE, good energy concerts in parks throughout Calaveras County. Tonight's entertainment is provided by B-Sides, sounds of the 60s Rock, at Mountain Ranch Community Park in Mountain Ranch. For more information, call 754-1774. Wine Social with Live Music, Murphys 209-768-7262 Calaveras Winegrape Alliance event. Anyone interested in wine and wine making is welcome. Bring a bottle of wine and hors d' oeuvre to share. Music starts at 5pm. Call or visit http://www.bricestation.com for more information. Makin' Tracks, Lake Alpine - 209-795-1381 2-3pm at the Marmot Picnic Area Amphitheater. Learn to read tracks left by wildlife and make your own plaster animal track to take home. Cost/Materials Fee: $2. For more information, call the Ranger District office at 209-795-1381.	27 Events on June 27, 2013 Lake Alpine Junior Rangers, Lake Alpine - 209-795-1381 2-3pm at the Marmot Picnic Area Amphitheater, Lake Alpine. Hands-on activities will introduce kids ages 4-12 to the world we live in and how to care for the outdoors we love. For more information, contact the Ranger District Office at 209-795-1381.	28 Events on June 28, 2013 Karaoke Night, Angels Camp - 209-890-7155 At Angels Camp Mercantile and Cafe from 6-10pm. Fun for all ages. Come out and share your talents! Call for more information. Zucca After Hours Wine Bar, Murphys - 209-728-1623 5-8 pm for Wine Bar service “al’Italiano”. Enjoy wines by the glass and a small bread plate, or choose your own flight of wines. Firepits to keep you comfy! Live music on select nights. Call for more information. Gyotaku-The Art of Fish Printing, Lake Alpine - 209-795-1381 2-3pm. Children and parents will learn the ancient Japanese art of Gyotaku. Using fish molds and ink, you will print a unique T-Shirt and learn about fish and the lake. Material Fee of $5 includes T-Shirt. For more information, contact the Ranger District Office at 209-795-1381. Wine, Dinner and Shakespeare, Murphys - 209-728-8422 "Much Ado About Nothing". Dinner served 6:30-7:15. Tickets $20 - $45 with dinner. Available at Sustenance Books in Murphys. Call for more information or visit http://www.murphyscreektheatre.org Linger Longer at Hovey Winery - 209-728-9999 Hovey Winery - 209- Hovey Winery will be open Friday and Saturday evenings until 7 p.m. (or longer) starting June 14 through the summer. Please come and linger longer with a glass of wine on the porch or in the garden. Fridays at Victoria Inn Restaurant, Murphys - 209-728-0107 Live Music by Nicholas Lefler from 6-8pm. Call for more information. Comedy Night, Valley Springs - 209-772-1082 9pm at the La Contenta Event Center. Tickets $15 in advance. Limited tickets sold. Headliner, Ngaio Bealum. FOR MATURE audiences only. Doors open at 8pm. Seating first come first served. Call for more information. Angels Camp Farmer's Market - 209-736-1333 5pm-dusk at Utica Park. June-October. Enjoy farm fresh fruit and vegetables, baked goods, fresh foods, wine and drinks, live music and a craft fair. Call for more information. Come get twisted! Featured winery is Twisted Oak, music by Los Bongoleros Fridays At Alchemy, Murphys - 209-728-0700 Pop, country and jazz vocal performances from the 40s, 50s, 60s. 5:30-8 pm at Alchemy. The music is free. Room to dance. Call for more information. Food and Wine Tours, Murphys - 800-407-8918 Fridays and Saturdays 11:30am. Tours are 3-1/2 hours and 1.5 miles of walking along historic Main Street. Many food stops are included. Get the inside story about the area’s rough-and-tumble past. Call or visit http://www.Local-Food-Tours.com for more information and reservations.	29 Events on June 29, 2013 Outdoor safety, New Melones Recreation Area - 209-536-9543 Learn how to prepare before you go out and some hints to keep you safe in the outdoors. Presentation starts at 7pm. Makin' Tracks, Lake Alpine - 209-795-1381 2-3pm at the Marmot Picnic Area Amphitheater, Lake Alpine. Learn to read tracks left by wildlife and make your own plaster animal track to take home. Cost/Materials Fee: $2 For more information, contact the Ranger District Office at 209-795-1381. Linger Longer at Hovey Winery - 209-728-9999 Hovey Winery - 209- Hovey Winery will be open Friday and Saturday evenings until 7 p.m. (or longer) starting June 14 through the summer. Please come and linger longer with a glass of wine on the porch or in the garden. Twisted Folk Concert, Vallecito - 209-736-9080 7:30pm Mumbo Gumbo. Twisted Folk concerts feature a variety of acoustic, bluegrass, folk, classical, and world music - along with tasty food and yummy Twisted Oak wines! For tickets or more information, visit http://www.twistedoak.com/concerts Zucca After Hours Wine Bar, Murphys - 209-728-1623 5-8 pm for Wine Bar service “al’Italiano”. Enjoy wines by the glass and a small bread plate, or choose your own flight of wines. Firepits to keep you comfy! Live music on select nights. Call for more information. Keep on Singing, Lake Alpine -209-795-1381 7-8pm at the Marmot Picnic Area Amphitheater, Lake Alpine. Cost: $2 Donation. Lake Alpine favorite Bill Roberson will delight you with entertaining music and interactive songs. Bring the family. Prepare to act silly and have fun. For more information, contact the Ranger District Office at 209-795-1381. Wine, Dinner and Shakespeare, Murphys - 209-728-8422 "Much Ado About Nothing". Dinner served 6:30-7:15. Tickets $20 - $45 with dinner. Available at Sustenance Books in Murphys. Call for more information or visit http://www.murphyscreektheatre.org Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Murphys - 209-728-3072 Available at no charge (donations gratefully accepted) on Saturday mornings at 10am leaving from the Old Timers Museum. Please call to confirm dates and times or make arrangements for large groups. Celtic Campfire, Wakaluu Hepyoo Campground - 209-795-1381 7-8pm at the Wakaluu Hepyoo Campground Amphitheater. Cost: $2 Suggested Donation. Musicians from the group Sequoia will perform beautiful Irish tunes and fun sing-alongs that will put a smile on every face. For more information, contact the Ranger District Office at 209-795-1381. Concerts in the Park, Arnold - 209-795-4222 the Park, Arnold At Cedar Center 6-8pm. Free. Swing Gitane. Cocktails, beer & wine plus gourmet dinners will be available for purchase. Classic Car Show, Angels Camp - 209-728-9971 9am-3pm. Utica Park in Historic Downtown Angels Camp. Close to Shopping & Restaurants. Awards, Dash Plaques, Raffle Prizes, 50/50 Drawing. Music, Vendors, BBQ and beverages. Spectators Free. Call or email terry.makemyday@email.com for more details. Barn Dance and BBQ, Angels Camp - 209-728-3230 At the Calaveras County Fairgrounds from 4-9pm. $30. Raffle, door prizes, silent auction, dessert auction, line dancing, music. Enter the horseshoe tournament. Dinner served at 6pm. Call for tickets, information and to register for the tournament. Indoor Watercolor Workshop, Mokelumne Hill - 209-286-1387 At Petroglyphe Gallery for all levels of artists. “Painting White Flowers in Watercolor”. 10am–4pm. $85. Registration is limited. Please visit http://www.gallerypetroglyphe.com/event/workshops for more info and to download the registration form. Fireworks over New Hogan Lake, Valley Springs - 209-772-1343 Find a parking spot prior to dusk. The best vantage point is on the water. Bring your boat and sit under the stars and watch the fireworks. Call park rangers for more information. Gyotaku-The Art of Fish Printing, Wakaluu Hepyoo Campground - 209-795-1381 11am-Noon at the Wakaluu Hepyoo Campground Amphitheater. Cost: $5 Materials Fee. Children and parents will learn the ancient Japanese art of Gyotaku. Using fish molds and ink, you will print a unique T-Shirt and learn about fish and the lake. Material fee includes T-Shirt. For more information, contact the Ranger District Office at 209-795-1381. Guided Hike, Big Trees State Park - 209-795-3840 Free, however, entrance fee $8 per carload applies. Guided hikes available year round. When the snow covers the ground they become guided snowshoe walks every Saturday at 1pm. Snowshoes are provided free, first come first served. No reservations are allowed. Check in at the Warming Hut no later than 12:30 pm. Food and Wine Tours, Murphys - 800-407-8918 Fridays and Saturdays 11:30am. Tours are 3-1/2 hours and 1.5 miles of walking along historic Main Street. Many food stops are included. Get the inside story about the area’s rough-and-tumble past. Call or visit http://www.Local-Food-Tours.com for more information and reservations.	30 Events on June 30, 2013 Blazing BBQ & Fixings Cooking Class, Murphys - 209-728-1251 ext. 11 Join Chef Rob in Ironstone Vineyard's Gourmet Kitchen for a hands- on learning experience. Each creation you make is also paired with Ironstone’s Award Winning wine. $55 per person. 12pm–4pm. Call for reservations.

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