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Columbia Fiddle and Bango Contest and Chili Cook-off
Columbia, CA...The Columbia Chamber of Commerce will hold the 31st Annual Fiddle and Bango* Contest on Saturday, October 5th, 2013, at the Gazebo in downtown Columbia. This year's event is dedicated to the memory of Ron DeLacy, much beloved long-time resident of the community. Known for his irreverent wit and wry compositions for music group Doodoo Wah, Ron participated in numerous Fiddle and Bango festivities. Now deceased at the age of 69, he will be sorely missed. A commemorative shirt bearing Ron's likeness will be available at the event.
To participate in the contest, sign-ups will begin at 9:00am and space is limited so contestants should arrive early. Entry fee is $12. There will be six categories in the contest: Guitar, Fiddle, Banjo, Mandolin, Vocal, and Miscellaneous. Winners in each category will receive $50 and a chance to take the grand prize of a gold nugget. Runners-up will receive $25, and third place receives free entry to next year's contest. The contest will run from 10:30am-4:30pm and is limited to acoustic instruments only. This is an open contest and professionals, amateurs, adults and children will all compete against each other. Musicians will be judged on pitch, rhythm, musicianship and technique. This event is free to the public so bring a lawn chair and sunscreen to enjoy the music all day!
In addition to the Fiddle and Bango contest, the Columbia Chamber of Commerce will also be hosting a Chili Cook-off. This contest is limited to the first 20 entries, including restaurants and home cookers alike. The entry fee is $20 and the fee to taste is $5 per person. Please contact the Chamber at (209) 536-1672 for more information or to enter your famous chili in the contest.
*Bango was accidently misspelled during the first year of the contest and the event continues the tradition still today.
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Calaveras Grape Stomp
Calaveras Grape Stomp Celebrates 20th Anniversary
STOMP TEAMS STILL AVAILABLE! Reserve your stomp time.
Don’t wait!
Interested in being part of the Calaveras Grape Stomp history? Reserve your team and celebrate one of the most anticipated events in the region, drawing large, loud crowds and scores of stomp teams, many festooned in original costume.
Last year, besides partaking of the usual great food, wine, great silent auction, and kid's activities, Stomp goers witnessed another fierce competition between teams vying for the title of the Calaveras Grape Stomp Champion. Stomp Teams are composed of two persons, one inside a half barrel filled with 25 pounds of grapes, another outside the barrel reaching in to ensure a smooth flow of juice out the drain spot. It's a sticky business for all concerned. All this fun for only $50 per team.
The results are weighed and heat winners and wildcard teams advance to the championship rounds.
The Winery Stomp will be held at 11:00. This is your chance to see Wineries compete for the President's Trophy.
It's a great day for the family. At the same time the Calaveras Grape Stomp is on, the Gold Rush Street Faire is happening, with over 100 quality vendors of all sorts stretching from one end of Main Street to the other. Food, art, crafts, knick-knacks of every description – it will all be there.
Make plans now to visit Murphys October 5 and be there for all the fun, excitement, food, wine, and a great silent auction this year.
For more information call the 209/754-0127 or log on to www.CalaverasGrapeStomp.com
Or visit us on Facebook.
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Gallery Exhibit, San Andreas - 209-754-1774
"Painted to the Nines" at Gallery Calaveras, 22 Main Street. Exhibit runs from September 14-November 2. Reception September 14. Call or visit http://www.calaverasarts.org
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Lumberjack Day, West Point - 209-293-4325
The Annual Lumberjack Day parade and festival celebrates the lumber history of Calaveras County. It takes place in downtown West Point. Pancake breakfast at 7am, craft fair, Lumberjack competitions, a parade and car show, youth activities. Dance after 8pm at VFW. This event is fun for the whole family! Call for more information
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Linger Longer at Hovey Winery - 209-728-9999
Hovey Winery will be open Friday and Saturday evenings until 7 p.m. (or longer) through the summer. Please come and linger longer with a glass of wine on the porch or in the garden
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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.
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Fire Department Open House
The Angels camp Fire department is hosting an open house Saturday from noon until four PM. The event commerates national fire prevention week and will also serve as an opportunity for any one wishing to get information on becoming a volunteer fire fighter to meet on duty fire personnel and get first hand information.
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Guided Hike, Big Trees State Park - 209-795-3840
Free, however, entrance fee $10 ($12 on holiday weekends) 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.
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Petroglyphe Gallery to Host Opening Reception for "Personal Petroglyphs" Exhibition
Petroglyphe Gallery in Mokelumne Hill is pleased to announce an upcoming special exhibition of new works by regional artists, Pamela Findleton and Dale Laitinen, inspired by their recent journeys through the American Southwest. The "Personal Petroglyphs" exhibit will open on Saturday, October 5 with an artist demonstration from 3-5 pm and a reception from 6-9 pm.
Findleton and Laitinen’s works convey a personal connection to the ancient timeless landscape by capturing spectacular plays of light and shadow. Experience firsthand the transcendence offered by the awesome and foreboding environments of beautiful canyons and deserts. Visit with the artists and learn more about their painting adventures in Nevada, Utah and Arizona. Enjoy Findleton Estate wines and delectable appetizers. There will be a free drawing for a $100 Gift Certificate to the gallery at the closure of the opening event.
For more information please visit www.gallerypetroglyphe.com or call 209-286-1387.
Petroglype Gallery is located at 8317 Main Street in downtown historic Mokelumne Hill, California, two blocks off of Highway 49, across from the Hotel Legér. The gallery is open Thursdays through Saturdays 11:30 am - 5:30 pm and Sundays 11:30 am - 4:00 pm.
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Middle East Meddlers: An Address on the Middle East
First Baptist Church, Angels Camp
Sunday October 27 @ 5:00pm
1555 Depot Rd. 736-2464
www.fbcac.org
What is happening in the Middle East?
What does it mean for America and the rest of world?
America, Russia, Syria, Iran, Iraq and Egypt are on the front lines of the Middle East stage, but find out what countries are really pulling the strings in the region.
Learn the startling insights to what the research in this message will reveal about the meddlers in the Middle East.
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Asian-Themed Arnold Library Fundraiser
Asian-Themed Arnold Library Fundraiser by the Ladies of the Moose
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