Calendar of Events

Click here to register.  Lots of new things happening for the 2nd Annual Angel’s Camp Rockabilly Riot! Last year’s event included: Hot Rods, Pin-Ups, Live Music, Indoor Swap Meet, Dancing, Car Coral, Pin Striping, Vendors, Car Events, and Burnouts. Camping available for car participants and vendors. Visit our website for more information.

All entries include dry camping only & a limited edition T-Shirt.
PLEASE NOTE: For full hook-ups there will be an additional charge. Please call Paul for more information @ 775-291-5008.

Click here for downloadable FREE map(s)

The Arts Council is in the planning stage for the 2017 Artists Studio Tour, an open-studio event that encourages a close personal relationship between artists and art lovers. The two day event offers art collectors and enthusiasts the opportunity to tour the county and see the artwork of our rural and urban artists. Some of the artists on our tour rarely exhibit publicly, so this is an opportunity to meet them and see their work.

**Click on “more” and scroll down for more details and how to book your getaway**

An exotic sight, unequaled experience, and the adventure of a lifetime! (See our calendar for Dec. 2 2016 for 2 Day Getaway)

To forty-niners and those on the trek for riches, no expression characterized the California Gold Rush more than the words “seeing the elephant.” Those traveling West announced they were “going to see the elephant.” Those turning back claimed they had seen the “elephant’s tracks” or the “elephant’s tail,” and confessed they’d seen more than enough of the animal. For Gold Rushers, the elephant symbolized the high cost of their endeavor — the myriad possibilities on the journey — and, an exotic sight, unequaled experience, and the adventure of a lifetime.*

Visit ARK 2000, in the California Gold Rush town of San Andreas, where “seeing the elephant” is once again. . . an exotic sight, unequaled experience and the adventure of a lifetime!

Understanding Elephants: Our “Seeing the Elephant” getaways are designed to provide a better understanding of elephants as individuals and their needs in captivity. Participants spend the day with PAWS president and co-founder, Ed Stewart, and ARK 2000 Sanctuary manager and senior elephant keeper Brian Busta, and the PAWS elephants, observing the individual personalities and learning about the differences between African and Asian elephants, socialization of unrelated animals and the special handling that is required for bull elephants like Nicholas. Demonstrations on foot care and positive reinforcement training to deal with medical problems, and long hikes to the elephants’ habitats are included in this diverse, educational program.

Elephants in captivity have suffered greatly and need specialized care. The unique elephants who share our lives are representative of all captive elephants. We hope to provide an experience that will enlighten our visitors to the problems inherent in keeping these highly social animals in captive situations and the understanding and care which is necessary to meet each individual elephant’s special needs. At the end of the day participants will truly have “Seen the Elephant.”

“Seeing the Elephant”
2-Day Weekend Getaway

Your Schedule:

• Arrival in San Andreas, California, on Friday.
• Spend Friday and Saturday nights at a lovely bed & breakfast in this historic Gold Rush town.
• Awake each morning to a scrumptious, homemade breakfast.
• SATURDAY features an educational, fun-filled, daylong visit with PAWS’ elephants — Mara, Nicholas, Gypsy, Lulu, Prince, Toka, Thika and Maggie at ARK 2000.
• You’ll receive an “insider’s” tour of the elephant habitat and spend the day with PAWS president, and co-founder, Ed Stewart, and ARK 2000 Sanctuary manager, and senior elephant keeper, Brian Busta.
• A vegetarian (please specify if you would like vegan) picnic lunch will be served.
• On your own for dinner Friday and Saturday.
• SUNDAY features a special extended visit with the lions, tigers, leopard and bears at ARK 2000. Receive an “insider’s” tour of the habitats.

Donation price for this unique experience: $800 per person
($1,300 for 2 people sharing a room)

“Seeing the Elephant”
Saturday, 1-Day Getaway

Your schedule:
• Arrival in San Andreas, California, by 9 a.m.
• Take part in an educational, fun-filled, day visit with PAWS’ elephants — Mara, Nicholas, Gypsy, Lulu, Prince, Toka, Thika and Maggie at ARK 2000. You’ll explore elephant habitat and spend the day with the PAWS president, and co-founder, Ed Stewart, and ARK 2000 sanctuary manager, and senior elephant keeper, Brian Busta.
• A vegetarian (please specify if you would like vegan) picnic lunch will be served.

Donation price for this unique experience: $250 per person

RESERVATIONS

To make your pre-paid reservation for the 1- or 2-day getaway, contact Kim Gardner (916) 488-3991 or [email protected]

Click here to view printable “Seeing the Elephant” getaway information.

Click on “more” (below) and scroll down for the full schedule of events at Copperopolis Town Square

   For information call 866.276.4235.
Or email us to be notified of future events in the Square.

Visit Trinkle Studios in Glencoe on CCAC’s Artists Studio Tour 

Saturday and Sunday, September 23 and 24, 10 am – 5 pm

Janet and Andy Trinkle are long-time residents of Glencoe in Calaveras County. They
share a passion for family and for the arts. Janet is a Botanical artist, pressing
flowers from her own gardens and other sources for use in her whimsical
compositions. Janet explains, “It’s like painting with flowers.” From figurative to
abstract and organic geometric mandalas, her art sends an earthy heart message. She
enjoys sharing her artistry and process through classes at various locations and at
her studio. Students have a great time and come away with their own framed work of
art.

Andy is a master woodworker and contractor. His work is one-of-a kind, merging
unexpected materials into unique and functional furniture. The wood speaks to Andy,
inspiring his designs and his latest series of Woodscapes wall art. His custom
cabinetry and finish work will make your house a warm and artistic home. Andy often
creates custom frames to compliment Janet’s enchanting floral art. Together the
couple has carved out a lifestyle where they can live and work, doing what they
love. 

Lower Dorray Road in Glencoe, just a little over 6 miles up the hill from Mokelumne
Hill houses 5 of the studio tour artists at two locations within a short distance.
Be sure to make it part of your journey.  Janet and Andy are located at 212 Lower
Dorray Road, 209-304-0427. Come see them and catch Sonya Ziegler, Brenda Montelongo
and Kimberly Traverso on your next stop. Pick up a map at the Calaveras County Arts
Council or download it from the website at calaverasarts.org
<http://calaverasarts.org>

“Whim Sip n’ Paint at Milliaire”.  Sundays August 20^th, Sunday September 24^th and Sunday October 29^th. They are all 11am-1pm.  Join us at the tasting room for a little paint, a little wine & a whole lot of fun! With the expert guidance of local artist Mary Sexton of Whim, we will create our very own magnificent 16×20 paintings while enjoying delicious Milliaire wines ON THE CREEKSIDE PATIO! $45pp, includes your first glass of wine. Space is limited, purchase your tickets before it’s too late! Buy tickets at https://www.milliairewinery.com/Wines/Event-Tickets