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< Saturday, October 8, 2016 >


All Day ‘Oktoberfest’ And ‘Old Fashioned Harvest Festival’ To Feature Contests, Food And Craft Vendo
Copperopolis, CA...Copperopolis Town Square – the Castle & Cooke California-owned events, shopping and entertainment gathering place in Calaveras County – will host two fall-themed events the second weekend in October.
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Oktoberfest will take place on Saturday, Oct. 8 from 4 to 8 p.m. A variety of local, regional and national beers will be available for purchase, as well as grilled bratwurst sausages, sauerkraut, German potato salad, sweets and more.

The family-friendly event will also feature a kids’ zone, bounce house, face painting, pumpkin patch and photo booth. Live music by Keno Rojas, contests and craft vendors will also be part of the festivities.

It will be followed by the second-annual Old Fashioned Harvest Festival on Sunday, Oct. 9 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Live music by Jill and the Giants will be complemented by vendors selling fall produce and other goodies, free hay rides, a photo booth and pumpkin patch, plus a kids’ zone with face painting, Bob the Balloon Guy and more. Proceeds from sales at the outdoor bar will benefit the Calaveras Humane Society.

“We’re still seeking vendors for the Old Fashioned Harvest Festival, one of the Square’s best attended events in 2015,” says Kim Hamilton, Director of Marketing for Castle & Cooke Calaveras, Inc. “The entire weekend promises to be a great way to celebrate the approach of cooler temperatures and all that autumn has to offer.”

If interested in being a vendor, please contact Hamilton for more information (khamilton@castlecooke.com / 209.785.9700). Additional details are available at www.CopperopolisTownSquare.com.

Copperopolis Town Square is situated in the rolling foothills of the Central Sierra on Highway 4 in Calaveras County, two hours from the Bay Area and 1.5 hours from Sacramento. The area offers visitors a wide variety of amenities and activities including golf, tennis and dining at the acclaimed Saddle Creek Resort (www.saddlecreekgolf.com) with accommodations for guests in luxurious Lodge Bungalows conveniently located within a few paces of the golf course. To stay for the weekend, please call 209.785.7415 to book a room.

The premier northern California golf resort community is also owned by Castle & Cooke California, Inc. Custom home sites are available on and off the golf course as well as new custom homes, and resale homes. Visit our sales center located at the resort for more information on what is currently available. Lofts above Copperopolis Town Square just steps from restaurants, shops and bars are another real estate option.

Dramatic vistas of the Sierra Nevada and countless winter and summer recreational opportunities make Saddle Creek an ideal location for vacationers, families and retirees. For more information about real estate ownership opportunities, please call our onsite Sales Office at 209 785-5600 or email us at saddlecreeksales@castlecooke.com.



12:00 AM - 12:00 AM Sonora Bach Festival 2016
Sonora, CA...Join us for our fortieth year of celebrating the music of Johann Sebastian Bach and his contemporaries as we feature period music performed by guests and locals in colorful locations throughout historical and picturesque Tuolumne County. With a variety of performances and fine music there is something for all ages. Schedule your season now.

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October 1, Saturday, 2:00 p.m.: Baroque Singalong at the Church of the 49ers, Columbia.
Lend your voice (or your ears) to this informal “Sing Along” of Baroque classics. Lead by a variety of conductors from the area and accompanied by some of the Central Sierras finest pianists, this sing-through of music from the time of Bach was a joy for participants and observers at last year’s inauguration and promises an even better time this year. Open to singers and observers.

October 9, Sunday, 3:00 p.m.: Youth Finalists’ Concert at the Church of the 49ers, Columbia.
“Hear the future today” at this marvelous demonstration of local, young vocal and instrumental talent as they present Baroque and early Classical repertoire- a sell-out every year featuring many of our most accomplished young performers. Guest artist, soprano Savanah Bailey, student at University of the Pacific.

October 15, 6:30 Light Buffet followed by concert at 7:30 p.m.: Chamber Orchestra Concert at The Country Cowboy Church, Sonora
This year’s “Salon Concert” leaves the salon and enters the Concert hall as we present The Mother Lode Friends of Music Orchestra, Henrik Jul Hansen, Conductor, is joined by spectacular, international violin soloist Corina Stoian featuring, among others, Handel Water Music Suite, no.1 and Bach Brandenburg Concerto No. 5


October 23, 3:00 p.m.: Locals’ Concert at The Church of the 49ers, Columbia
Support your friends, family and community as our own highly talented, local instrumentalists and vocalists present an exciting afternoon of chamber music of the Baroque. Lovely music performed by people you know.

October 30, 12:30 p.m.: Bach’s Brunch
Beautiful Brunch, Beautiful Music and a Beautiful Setting. Join us for a delightful brunch featuring the cooking talents of Chef David Ingram and beautiful classical music provided by classical guitarist, Gordon Rowland at Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church located in the lovely woods of Sugar Pine. Advanced reservations required.

DATES AND TIMES ONLY
October 1, Saturday, 2:00 p.m.: Baroque Singalong at the Church of the 49ers, Columbia.
October 9, Sunday, 3:00 p.m.: Youth Finalists’ Concert at the Church of the 49ers, Columbia.
October 15, 6:30 Light Buffet followed by concert at 7:30 p.m.: Chamber Orchestra Concert at The Country Cowboy Church, Sonora
October 23, 3:00 p.m.: Locals’ Concert at The Church of the 49ers, Columbia
October 30, 12:30 p.m.: Bach’s Brunch at Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church, Sugar Pine

Tickets available on our Webpage: http://www.sonorabach.org/
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09:00 AM FOCAS Yard Sale To Benefit County Shelter Animals
Mokelumne Hill, CA...Friends Of Calaveras Animal Services ask if you need to clean out a few items from the garage or attic?
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Donations needed for the Second Annual FOCAS Yard Sale October 8-10 in the Wendell’s Restaurant parking lot on Route 49 in Mokelumne Hill. We can store and pick up donations. All proceeds to benefit our county shelter animals. Contact Peggy at 786-7037 for more info.

FOCAS –Friends Of Calaveras Animal Services is a non-profit organization with its primary mission being to enhance County Animals Services by providing a better environment for the animals housed at the existing county shelter. It was created by a small group of local residents who understood that Animal Services is also public safety and plays an important role in keeping our community healthy.
09:00 AM The 39th Annual Mountain Heirloom Quilt Faire At Ironstone
Murphys, CA...With only a $8.00 Admission price, guests can view the gallery of quilts, wall hangings, wearable art, needle art, and dolls.

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Member challenge and popular “Wonky” exhibits will also be on display. Please vote for your favorites – ballots are available inside the programs and in the quilt gallery.
There will be a diverse selection of vendor* booths to shop at, as well as Independence Hall Quilter’s Boutique of hand-crafted items and the Country Store filled with cakes, pies, cookies, brownies, candies and special delights.

The drawing(s) will be at the close of Faire on Saturday at 4:00pm. Need not be present to win.
*Bring your scissors and knives to have them sharpened while you shop our many vendor booths and view our magnificent quilts! Cut with Confidence charges $10 for scissors and $4 for knives.

Friday October 7, 2016 9:00 – 4:00. Saturday October 8, 2016 9:00 – 4:00
10:00 AM Sensational Salsas
Spice up any meal or snack with your own homemade salsa. Join us for this free class and learn to make a traditional salsa from fresh tomatoes, peppers and onions, followed by a smoky salsa made with dried chipotle chiles and tomatillos. We’ll top off the demonstrations with a fruit salsa for a refreshing change. We’ll cover the basics, from charring and skinning peppers to adjusting the heat level of your finished product. Finally, you’ll learn to safely can your salsa making it shelf stable and available to enjoy throughout the year.

This class is from 10-12 noon at the Amador County GSA Building, 12200-B Airport Road, Jackson and is free; no reservation necessary. For more information, visit http://ucanr.edu/mfpcs or call the UCCE Master Food Preservers at 209-223-6857.
10:00 AM - 04:00 PM Living History Day
Come join us at the Angels Camp Museum for a truly rewarding experience.
History comes alive on the second Saturday in October, November and December as docents staff the Artisan’s Exhibits in the Mining and Ranching building. If you don’t know what we are talking about, it’s been too long since you visited your Museum!
The Artisan’s Exhibits include a Carpenter's Shop, Print Shop and Historic Textile Shop. Each shop will be staffed by informed docents ready to demonstrate their respective craft. Plan ahead and don’t miss this opportunity!
General museum admission $7 adults and $3 children.
Angels Camp Museum
753 S Main St., Angels Camp, CA 95222
(209) 736-2963 | angelscamp.gov
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Sensational Salsa Class
San Andreas, CA...Saturday, October 8th SENSATIONAL SALSAS. 10:00am to 12noon. Free.

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Spice up any meal or snack with your own homemade salsa. Learn how to make traditional salsas using your tomatoes, peppers and onions; smokey salsas using dried chipotle chiles and tomatillos; and fresh fruit salsa. You will learn how to safely can your salsa to make it shelf stable and available to enjoy throughout the year. Class will be held at the Calaveras County Senior Center, 956 Mountain Ranch Road, San Andreas.
10:00 AM Murphys Historic Walking Tour Every Saturday At 10am
Murphys, CA...Every Saturday at 10am the Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Murphys are available at no charge (donations gratefully accepted) on Saturday mornings at 10am leaving from the Old Timers Museum on Main Street. Please contact Jo Sanders at 209-728-3072

Murphys Old Timers Museum
470 Main Street, Murphys, CA 95247
11:00 AM Mother Lode Jewish Community’s Shabbat Shuvah – All Welcome
Murphys, CA...Jews around the world begin observing the High Holidays at sundown on Sunday evening, October 2nd. This is the beginning of the two-day commemoration of Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year. Then, 10 days later, Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, begins at sundown on Tuesday, October 11th. This is a time of reflection, introspections, prayer and re-connection. It is also a time to remember family members and friends who have passed away and to pray for peace, prosperity and health throughout the world. It is a somber yet uplifting period.

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While there is no formal temple or synagogue in Calaveras, Mariposa or Tuolumne counties, the Mother Lode Jewish Community (MLJC) will be holding a Shabbat Shuvah gathering on the Saturday that falls between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, on October 8th, beginning at 11 am, in Murphys. MLJC member Rabbi Andra Greenwald will be leading the Shabbat Shuvah services at the October gathering, which is a pot-luck affair.

The Mother Lode Jewish Community welcomes members and nonmembers alike to its services and events. For more information, call 209-533-1650 or check out the motherlodejewishcommunity.org website.
11:00 AM Health Habit Customer Appreciation Open House
Come join us for some food and fun! Health Habit in Valley Springs is celebrating our customers as we appreciate your business... Free samples, photo booth, kids activities, food, smoothies and frozen yogurt!
www.health-habit.com or visit us on Facebook.
01:00 PM - 02:30 PM Big Trees North Grove Guided Tours Saturdays At 1pm
Arnold, CA...North Grove Guided Tours – Guided walks of the North Grove are held on Saturday at 1 pm. The walk is 1.5 to 2 hours. Meet in front of the Visitor Center. Bring water and your comfortable shoes.


Snowshoe Walk – When appropriate – the guided walk becomes a snowshoe walk. Snowshoes are provided.

Calaveras Big Trees State Park
Hwy 4 Arnold, CA 95223

Calaveras Big Trees Association
http://bigtrees.org/
04:00 PM - 08:00 PM Copper Town Square Octoberfest
Copperopolis, CA...Come join us for our A Harvest Beer Garden at The Square on Saturday October 8th 4-8pm!
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We will have a wide variety of Brews for your enjoyment along with Grilled Bratwurst Sausages, Sauerkraut and German Potato Salad, Sweets and more!
A pumpkin patch for your photo ops and pumpkins! Live music by Keno Rojas! Craft Vendors! Fun Beer and Keg Contests!COSTUME CONTESTS! Wear your favorite Oktoberfest Costume for fun prize! Steins and Pints to purchase for your refills!
05:00 PM - 08:00 PM Zucca After Hours
Join us all year on Friday and Saturday nights from 5-8pm for a relaxing evening in our garden with your favorite Zucca varietals. Enjoy a glass, bottle or a flight of four wines and savor the atmosphere of our wine garden.

Bring your own dinner from home or one of the great local restaurants.
09:00 PM Leroy Sinclair And The Smoking Section At The Lucky Penny
Murphys, CA...Stop in to see Leroy Sinclair and the Smoking Section at The lucky Penny at 75 Big Trees Road Murphys, CA. The show starts at 9:00 p.m on Saturday October 8th.

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