Sonora Farmers Market Opens for Season on Saturday!!
Posted by: thepinetree on 05/17/2013 06:06 PM
Sonora, CA...The Sonora Certified Farmers Market rolls back into business for the season starting tomorrow morning. 1) Market Hours are 7:30 to 11:30a.m. every Saturday. 2) For the best selection and cooler temps...arrive early! 3) As per the Health Dept. there are NO animals allowed at the market, please help spread the word. The worst part of our morning is removing dogs (cats and birds) from the market, it's NO fun for them and NO fun for us. 4) We the organizers and the vendors SINCERELY appreciate your patronage and support!! SEE YOU SATURDAY... :-D
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Weekend Special for Frog Jump - Coyote Creek Grill
Posted by: thepinetree on 05/17/2013 03:38 PM
Murphys, CA... 1/2 Rack St. Louis Ribs with choice of 1 side, 1/2 corn on the cob, Baked Beans, Mac or Potato Salad for $15.00; Full Rack of St. Louis Ribs with choice of 1 side, 1/2 corn on the cob, Baked Beans, Mac or Potato Salad for $25.00; If you want a side of any of the above, over and above the 1 that comes with the meal, it will be a $2.00 charge per side.
Angels Camp City Council Agenda for May 21, 2013
Posted by: thepinetree on 05/17/2013 01:40 PM
Angels Camp, CA..The Angels Camp City Council will be back in action Tuesday night at the fire station. Appointment of a new city attorney, the annual report from Destination Angels Camp and special events license fees and more are on the agenda...
Volunteer Trail Building & Sunset Hike dates, plus what does "yield" mean?
Posted by: thepinetree on 05/17/2013 12:06 PM
Arnold, CA...Volunteer Trail Work Day, third Saturday of each month from May to October, 2013, Please meet at the US Forest Service Station in Hathaway Pines at 8:30 am. After a brief safety orientation by Jeffery Hilson, our Stanislaus Forest Service Trail Manager, we will car pool to the section of trail we will build that day. Since it often gets warm as the morning progresses, please bring layers, gloves, hat, sunscreen, and water. If you have a favorite garden tool like loppers, bring those, but we will have tools for everyone. Folks from eight to eighty-eight are invited; children should have adult supervision. We wrap up around noon, sometimes a little earlier. If you have another obligation that day, feel free to depart sooner as needed...
This Week at the Arnold CHS Thrift Store Adoption Center – PEPE!
Posted by: thepinetree on 05/17/2013 11:38 AM
Arnold, CA...Stop by Calaveras Humane Society's Thrift Store Adoption Center in Arnold, located in Meadowmont Center next to Big Trees Market (Phone 209-795-GIVE). We'll be open THURS. - SAT., 10-5. We will have approximately 5 cats available to meet you this week. Many of our adults are still waiting for their forever homes, some of which will be at the adoption center this week, just hoping to meet you!
Click on Photo to view more of our cats at www.KittyCATalog.org
Angels Camp, CA...Frog Jump Sale! Thursday, May 16 through Saturday, May 18 (Closed Sunday, May 19) Come into the shop on sale days & choose a frog from our pond...your discount is on his belly! Discounts from 20 - 50% off your entire purchase that day (excluding sewing machines & sergers)
Service with a Smile from Angels Trading Post. Stop and Top Off Your Tanks with The Lowest Gas Prices Around!!
Posted by: thepinetree on 05/17/2013 11:15 AM
Angels Camp, CA...Angels Trading Post has everything you need to keep you Hopping when you visit our area. Great Prices on Gas, Drinks, Sodas, Java City Coffees and more. They also accept E.B.T. cards.and have great prices on tobacco products. They are open everyday from 5am to Midnight!! Stop by and see the Singh's today at the corner of Hwy 49 & 4...
Watch a Movie This Week at the Best Theatre in the Mother Lode...Angels Six Theatres!
Posted by: thepinetree on 05/17/2013 11:13 AM
Angels Camp, CA...Angels 6 Theatres in historic Angels Camp is the best place to see a movie in the Mother Lode. Click Below for full schedule.
Check Out the Latest Movies at Angels 6 Theatres Above!
Wrong Way Driver on Hwy 49...Low Speed Pursuit in Progress
Posted by: thepinetree on 05/17/2013 10:47 AM
Coulterville, CA...A Fire Department vehicle is following a vehicle traveling on the wrong side and all over the roadway at about 20 mph on Hwy 49 near Hwy 132. Please use caution in the area....
Calaveras Mini Storage is Having a Giant Yard Sale Tomorrow!
Posted by: thepinetree on 05/17/2013 10:42 AM
San Andreas, CA....
Nevada Couple Arrested on Identity Theft, Counterfeiting and More. (Updated with Pictures Enclosed)
Posted by: John_Hamilton on 05/17/2013 09:08 AM
Angels Camp, CA...On 05/14/13, at approximately 0850 hours, officers were advised by a Save Mart employee that a male described as in his 40’s, with a “crew-cut” haircut, a tan shirt and white pants attempted to pass a counterfeit $20.00 bill in the store. The employee advised that the male was last seen walking south on S. Main Street. An officer responded to the area and located a male walking in the area that matched the description provided, and that subject was detained.
More Great Vehicles of the Week from 49er Motors!!
Posted by: John_Hamilton on 05/10/2013 12:09 PM
Angels Camp, CA...This weeks 49er Motors car of the week is a 2 for, Take your pick of our already low sale prices and mention thepinetreee.net and get an additional $1000 off and 50 FREE Gallons of Gas from Nash Chevron! Dont miss this SALE!!
2005 Audi A4 AWD, this is the upgraded S-Line model- Original price $13,950 ON SALE TODAY when you mention thepinetree.net $10,950 WOW SAVE $3,000
2008 BMW 535i, This is the owners car and it is in MINT condition and drives like a dream KELLY BLUE BOOK $24,290 on sale today when you mention thepinetree.net $18,950, SAVE $5350!!
2005 Dodge Durango 4 wheel Drive, Leather and looks like new!! Original price $13,950 on sale today when you mention thepinetree.net $11,950 SAVE $3,000
Even if Your Credit Has Taken A Bruising 49er Motors Can Keep You Cruising
Murphys, CA...John Roscelli owner of Roscelli Roofing is ready to assist you with your roofing needs. John grew up in Murphys and is now raising his family here. He has been in the roofing industry for over the last 12 years and is fully qualified and licensed for whatever the job is. New Roofs – Repairs – Inspections – Roof Cleaning & Maintenance
Free Style Moto X Featuring Metal Mulisha Rider “Jimmy Fitzpatrick” Headlineing Friday Night at Calaveras County Fair & Jumping Frog Jubilee
Posted by: John_Hamilton on 02/25/2013 05:39 PM
Frogtown, Angels Camp California..The Calaveras County Fair has an exciting entertainment line-up for Friday evening May 17. Route 88, known for their classic rock sound will be opening on the distinctive metals stage in front of the Frogtown Arena beginning at 5 p.m. Following 88, Free style Motor X will roar through the arena. The show will feature Metal Mulisha Rider Jimmy Fitzpatrick...
The 2013 Miss Calaveras Pageant Live Tonight Update Chelsea Ruthrauff is Your 2013 Miss Calaveras
Posted by: thepinetree on 05/16/2013 06:42 PM
Angels Camp, CA...We will be streaming and recording the 2013 Miss Calaveras Pageant tonight from Frogtown. Tonight another group of young ladies join the long tradition of vying for the Miss Calaveras Title. Our webcast will start at 8pm. We will be taking lots of photos and recording video in higher quality for later playback. (Update...We will be posting a seperate article later tonight with full pageant video and all of the over 300 photos as the main or permanent piece on this year pageant) We would like to thank Sissy's Bella Salon, Small Town Girl an Bling Murphys for sponsoring coverage of the 2013 Miss Calaveras Pageant.
There will be over 300 photos in the slideshow from Lydia Stafford (A former Miss Calaveras)
CCWD Director Bob Dean hosted Special Science Panel for Watershed Science at the ACWA Conference.
Posted by: thepinetree on 05/16/2013 05:51 PM
San Andreas, CA...During a Statewide convention of the Association of California Water Agencies (ACWA) on Thursday, May 9th, CCWD Director Bob Dean hosted a panel of scientists as they presented concepts related to developing and monitoring the watersheds. The panel experts, who were led by Dr. Roger Bales, Director of the Sierra Nevada Research Institute, discussed the requirements and methodology needed to measure and monitor the health and productivity of the watersheds in the Sierra. Concepts for managing a productive yield of forest products balanced with enhancing the yield of water were presented. Dr. Bales’ presentation stressed the need for a solid basis of information and suggested tools and resources to develop a blend of data acquisition systems. His presentation stressed that managing water is central to climate preparedness...
Weekly Specials & Fair Fare from Angels Food Market and Sierra Hills Markets
Posted by: John_Hamilton on 05/16/2013 04:02 PM
Angels Camp & Murphys, CA... We pride ourselves in giving our customers only the best. Both in service and in our products. Just click on the Banner Below to follow on Facebook or on the Ad below to see all of this weeks specials!! Do you know you can now text your deli orders to the stores? For Sierra Hills Market the number is 209-753-7115. For Angels Food Market the number is (209)-753-7331. Now that is easy!! Senior Days now Tuesdays and Wednesdays! Free Range, All Natural Smart Chicken Whole Fryers $2.29 lb. There is a group of Calaveras County chefs that hold a "Fried Chicken Throw Down" every year during the Destruction Derby at the Calaveras County Fair. We don't know their secret recipes, but we did find a s 5-Star recipe from the queen of Southern Food, Paula Deen. Do you have an amazing fried chicken recipe you would like to share? Post it on our facebook page.
Full Road Closure (SR-108 East Sonora Bypass Stage II Project Blasting Scheduled for Today
Posted by: John_Hamilton on 05/16/2013 03:39 PM
Tuolumne County – The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will temporarily close Peaceful Oaks Road at State Route 108 (SR-108) for blasting on Thursday, May 16, 2013, from 4:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. Motorists should expect 10 minute delays. Alternate routes should be taken whenever possible. Blasting is scheduled to begin as listed, but is subject to change due to traffic incidents, weather, availability of equipment and/ or materials and construction related issues...
The 2013 Calaveras Frog Jump Kiddie Parade (Update Parade Video Now Enclosed)
Posted by: John_Hamilton on 05/16/2013 02:25 PM
Angels Camp, CA...The 2013 Calaveras County Fair and Frog Jump Jubilee and Fair is underway. One of the premier events is the Kiddie Parade to get things rolling. There was a few raindrops that fell but it was a great parade. Calaveras County is a always a very special place but especially the next few days. Mark Twain made us famous and the tradition continues. Below are some great parade shots from Lydia Stafford and video is being uploaded of the entire parade as well.
Calaveras Community Foundation Receives Save Mart CARES Donation
Posted by: John_Hamilton on 05/16/2013 12:55 PM
Angels Camp, CA....For the second year in a row, Calaveras Community Foundation (CCF) has received a generous $5000 donation from Save Mart Supermarket’s charitable organization, Save Mart CARES. These funds benefit the Career and Technical Training (C&TT) Scholarship Fund. At this level of donation, Save Mart moves into the ranks of a corporate partner and CCF is most grateful for Save Mart’s continued support....
Stop at The Big Beautiful New Calaveras Coin & Pawn Today
Posted by: John_Hamilton on 05/16/2013 08:35 AM
Angels Camp, CA...Calaveras Coin & Pawn has a beautiful painting adorning their building on South Main Street. Just in time for Frog Jump! Stop by and take a look!!! Below is a shot as it was being done and the completed work.
12th Anniversary and Hotel Grand Opening for Black Oak Casino Resort
Posted by: John_Hamilton on 05/16/2013 07:58 AM
Tuolumne, CA...Last night they were celebrating the 12 Year Anniversary of Black Oak Casino Resort. Black Oak Casino has continued to grow over the years to the present 186,000 square feet with additions including the new Hotel. The Hotel and conference facilities have added another dimension to our local economy. Last night they threw a party to celebrate complete with celebrities, food, food and more food, local wines from Calaveras and Tuolumne, live music and much more...
Kids 12 and under are Free Thursday and Friday at The Calaveras County Fair and Frog Jump Jubilee
Posted by: thepinetree on 05/15/2013 01:13 PM
Frogtown, USA....The Calaveras County Fair & Jumping Frog Jubilee offers free admission for children who are 12 and under on Thursday and Friday of the Jubilee. Adults are only $8. There is free family entertainment such as Safari Sadi's Farmtastic Adventure, Doctor Solar's Show and Harmony in Motion...
San Andreas, CA...Just a quick update on the Fowler Case. The 12 year old brother of Leila Fowler had a detention hearing and was formally charged with 2nd degree murder and a weapons charged. The hearing was continued to May 29th....
Dunbar House 1880 Wins Coveted 4 Diamond Rating for 10th Consecutive Year!!!
Posted by: thepinetree on 05/15/2013 12:18 PM
Murphys, CA....The Beautiful Dunbar House 1880 Bed n Breakfast Inn recently had a Surprise AAA inspection and they are very proud to announce that for the 10th consecutive year they were awarded a 4-diamond rating from AAA! They would also like to thank their assistant/chef, Nichole, who does an awesome job in helping them maintain the required AAA standards!
Lindy Winkler and "Boot Scootn Croaker" Take the Government Frog Jump
Posted by: thepinetree on 05/15/2013 10:20 AM
San Andreas, CA...The Calaveras County Government Frog Jump Hopped into the record books on May 7th with the Assessors Office taking the win and going 1-2 this year. The Government Jump is a sanctioned jump and the winner is automatically qualified for the Frog Jump Finals this Sunday. Lindy Winkler took top honors Jockeying "Boot Scootn' Croaker"with a 13'9" jump. Adriane Parris, last years winner slipped a notch with a 11'9" jump jockeying "Toadly Awesome". The Library Hopped Strong with a 11'3" Jump for Marcia Thompson and "Icky Sticky"...
Angels Camp, CA...The Angels Camp Police Department (ACPD) has seen a dramatic increase in driving under the influence (DUI) arrests in 2013. ACPD arrested twenty five people for DUI between January 1, 2013 – May 10, 2013. Five arrests were made for the same time period in 2012...
Hwy 4 Corridor Travelers Are Welcome at Lagorio's Grill & Bar
Posted by: thepinetree on 05/15/2013 01:34 AM
Farmington, CA... This Thursday through Sunday, Enjoy Frog Jump Specials: $5 Bloody Marys, Jello shots, Frog Legs $4 each in addition to our regular menu. Please remember to use designated drivers if drinking and traveling.
RFP for Behavioral Health Community Support Groups in Calaveras County
Posted by: thepinetree on 05/15/2013 12:30 AM
San Andreas, CA... A Request For Proposals (RFP) to provide community based support groups addressing mental health has been issued by Calaveras County Behavioral Health Services. Increased access to community based services and reduction of mental illness stigma are the primary goals of the community support groups. Proposals are sought from qualified individuals or organizations for groups in all parts of the county and serving all age groups....
San Andreas, CA... Dinner/Auction event will be held on July 20th, 2013, time 5:30 PM
at the San Andreas Town Hall.
Shop Local! Shop Sierra Hills Natural Foods Today!! Get Ready for Summer Naturally!!
Posted by: John_Hamilton on 05/02/2013 09:23 AM
Sonora to Yosemite YARTS Bus Service Begins May 16
Posted by: thepinetree on 05/15/2013 12:08 AM
Sonora, CA... Beginning Thursday, May 16, Tuolumne County Transit Agency and Yosemite Area Regional Transportation System (YARTS) with Yosemite National Park, will once again team up to offer bus service between Sonora, Groveland and Yosemite National Park. The bus service, which was very popular in 2012, will offer park visitors an easy, comfortable, money-saving way to visit Yosemite without having to drive, fight traffic or search for parking....
Twisted Oak Winery wins gold at the Riverside International Wine Competition
Posted by: thepinetree on 05/14/2013 10:48 PM
Vallecito, CA... One of our favorite competitions of the year is the Riverside International Wine Competition. The level of competition is high and they pull together an excellent corps of judges. It's especially gratifying when we do well in a competition like this....
Calaveras County Fair & Jumping Frog Jubilee May 16-19 Country Roots & Cowboy Boots
Posted by: thepinetree on 05/14/2013 10:31 PM
Angels Camp, CA... Frog's Leap into Action this Weekend! Frog fanciers compete this weekend in the Jumping Frog Jubilee.The annual competition highlights the Calaveras County Fair....
Junior Miss Calaveras Crowned, Jr. Frog Jump Winners Announced
Posted by: thepinetree on 05/14/2013 10:24 PM
Angels Camp, CA... The Junior Miss Calaveras Pageant and Junior Frog Jump were held concurrently on Saturday, May 11 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Altaville Melones Fire District station in Angels Camp....
Arnold, CA... Ebbetts Pass is now open. The high country lakes are still partially frozen, but some of creeks are fish-able. Camping will still be limited to disperse camping as they have still not opened most campgrounds, but are due to open between now and Memorial Day. This week's trout plants include White Pines Lake, Beaver Creek, North Fork of the Stanislaus, Angels Creek, and Lake Alpine...
Save Money on Fair Carnival Wristbands and Admission Tickets!
Posted by: John_Hamilton on 05/14/2013 08:59 PM
Angels Camp, CA...Gold Miner Save money on Carnival Wristbands and Admission Tickets! The Calaveras County Fair is selling discount Admission, Barrel of Monkeez and Carnival tickets on line. You can also purchase advance tickets at the Fair office next Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. To purchase tickets online visit frogtown.org.
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Mark Phillips the GM of The Bear Valley Lodge narrates a wonderful video that was created for the Ebbetts Pass Historical Association. The Video runs about 50 minutes and gives a fascinating & entertaining view of the history of the Bear Valley Area.
Angels Camp, CA... Apple Pie Eating Contest and more...
