Weather
The Pine Tree, News for Calaveras County and Beyond Weather
Amador Angels Camp Arnold Bear Valley Copperopolis Murphys San Andreas Valley Springs Moke Hill/West Point Tuolumne
News
Business Directory
Weather & Roads
Sports
Real Estate
Search
Weekly & Grocery Ads
Entertainment
Life & Style
Government
Law Enforcement
Business
Wine News
Health & Fitness
Home & Garden
Food & Dining
Religion & Faith
Frogtown USA
Calendar
Polls
Columns
Free Classifieds
Letters to the Editor
Obituaries
About Us

Coming Soon...
Friday, Mar 22
03:30 PM Bear Valley Adventure Company's Trailblazers Youth Ski Program
Saturday, Mar 23
All Day Saturday, March 23: Green Sand Molding & Foundry Practice Workshop at Knight Foundry
All Day Calaveras Gem & Mineral Society's Gem & Jewelry Show is March 23 & 24
10:00 AM Calaveras Gem and Mineral Show 2024
10:00 AM Calaveras Gem & Mineral Show 3/23 & 3/24
Sunday, Mar 24
All Day Calaveras Gem & Mineral Society's Gem & Jewelry Show is March 23 & 24
All Day Our Sunday Edition with Local Features, Local Specials & More Every Sunday All Day Long!
Until 05:00 AM Calaveras Gem and Mineral Show 2024
Until 05:00 PM Calaveras Gem & Mineral Show 3/23 & 3/24
Tuesday, Mar 26
01:30 PM Calaveras Community Blood Drive, Tuesday March 26
Friday, Mar 29
03:30 PM Bear Valley Adventure Company's Trailblazers Youth Ski Program
Sunday, Mar 31
All Day Our Sunday Edition with Local Features, Local Specials & More Every Sunday All Day Long!
03:30 PM Bear Valley Adventure Company's Trailblazers Youth Ski Program

Log In
Username

Password

Remember Me



Calendar

< Saturday, October 29, 2016 >


All Day Moaning Caverns Invite You To Have A Pumpkin Smashing Good Time!
Vallecito, CA...Have a smashing good time this Halloween and drop pumpkins from Moaning Cavern's 1500 Twin Zip Lines on Saturday, October 29th from 10am to 4pm!

screenshot-2016-10-08-at-2
On Saturday, October 29th, guests will be able to drop a pumpkin from the zip line trying to hit targets on the ground while zipping up to 30 mph! Entry fee to smash a pumpkin from the zip line is $45 per smash, same price as a regular zip line ticket, pumpkin included!
Sorry, no discounts.

All bullseye target winners get a FREE Zip Line ride
AND a free Moaning Cavern souvenir shirt!
All Day Boogie Woogie Over To SRT’s Bulwark Of A Basement
Columbia, CA...The Church Basement Ladies return to the Sierra Repertory’s Fallon House Theatre October 14 through November 27 in A Mighty Fortress Is Our Basement. Directed by original Sierra Rep church lady Becky Saunders, the production will feature a brand new cast along with upbeat, fun new songs and story.

cbl1
The year is 1960, and a reformation is underway. Against the changing tide, the Church Basement Ladies stand strong in their faith and in their friendships. Beverly, the young daughter of Karin, gets her first pair of high heels for confirmation; their very nervous Pastor makes it to the alter on time; Mrs. Snustad and Mrs. Gilmerson plan a food booth at the County Fair to raise money; and Mrs. Engelson embarks on a spontaneous driving lesson.

The Lutheran pastor's pretty young girlfriend causes some commotion among the faithful and no one is taking it harder than senior stateswoman Vivian, played by SRT newcomer Regina Harbour. Young Beverly, played by Elizabeth McMonagle (The Robber Bridegroom, The Spitfire Grill, Putnam County Spelling Bee), is caught between being a girl and becoming a woman as she awaits her confirmation during a time when women's liberation is just beginning to be a topic of discussion. Her mother, Karin, played by local actress Catherine Gordon (SRT’s Dames At Sea, One Foot On The Floor, Gold Dust), is on an emotional rollercoaster that has her veering between tirades and tears, while Mavis, played by another local actress, Debi Woodall (SRT’s The Sound of Music, Damn Yankees, Big River), is a salt-of-the-earth type who is worried about losing part of her farm to Eisenhower’s new interstate. The pastor, played by Christopher Vettel (Church Basement Ladies, Les Misérables), is quite the nervous groom and delivers a sort of running commentary from the pulpit, not of Bible verses but rather the often-ridiculous church "news" unfolding around him.

Director Becky Sanders played Mavis in the first in the series of The Church Basement Ladies and the sequel, A Second Helping. In addition, she just appeared in the The Robber Bridegroom and directed Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike and last season’s Always, Patsy Cline. Other performances include Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks, Disney’s Beauty and The Beast and The Honky Tonk Angels.

A Mighty Fortress Is Our Basement opens Friday, October 14 and runs through Sunday, November 27 with performances Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays at 2 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays at 7 p.m. and Thursdays at either 2 or 7 p.m. A special “Talk Back” performance is Thursday, October 27. Tickets are from $32 to $37, with senior, student and child discounts available. The show is rated G. For tickets and information visit www.sierrarep.org or call the Box Office at 209-532-3120.
##
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.

sonorabach-festival
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/
Follow us on Facebook: Sonora Bach Festival

12:00 AM - 12:00 AM Acme Art Encourages You To "Think Outside Of The Box" This October
Molelumne Hill, CA...As many readers may know, Acme Art in Mokelumne Hill is known for being both a “Stress Free Zone’ and a “Creative Playground”. This month we are encouraging you to “Think out of the Box”, dispel any ideas that you “are not an artist” and join us for one of our Wednesday, Schnickle nights or Saturday morning Workshops.

p1030564
Night time Schnickle Art is held from 6pm to 8pm, beginning on the second Wednesday, and running through the end of the Month.

On Wednesday, October 12th and 26th, we will be painting, stamping and decoupaging, small wooden “memory boxes”. For a $25 fee you will enjoy two hours of camaraderie and creativity; including light snacks and your own preferred beverage. Best of all you will leave with a one of a kind decorated box; perfect to keep or give as a gift. Deborah Marlene and Lynne Sutton, will serve as your Hostesses, for this project.

Wednesday, October 19th you will explore mixed media composing and loosening up with acrylics with Marchand Heinmann. Come and join her to get a wonderful instruction in using acrylic paints.

Saturday, workshops have been requested for our popular class of Alcohol Inks on Tile, and we deliver! Tile decorating workshops will be offered on October 8th and October 22nd, from 10am-12pm. This medium is fun for all; with supplies included. No prior knowledge is required. In this Workshop you will have 2 hours to complete 2 tiles. These are beautiful works of wall Art to keep or gift in the upcoming holidays. You may reserve a spot by calling 209 286-8040, class size is limited to 10., drop ins are welcome.

On Saturday, October 15th 10am-12pm you will find Deborah Marlene, sharing her love of Watercolors in the “Fabulous Fall Leaves” class. No drawing talent is necessary for this class. We will be tracing or stamping leaves to paint and you will leave with a 5” x 7” one of a kind Fall Painting. This is a good class in which to learn some of the basics of watercolors.

Deborah Marlene also holds private Watercolor lessons at Acme Art. Join her if you have painted before and want to “brush up” a bit or if you are new to watercolor. She will share her joy of this medium and show you how much fun you can have painting with Watercolors. Class fees are $50 for a two-hour class, with all materials included. If you have your own brushes and paints $45 is the charge for instruction.

The last Saturday, October 29th will be a time to make a Halloween or Fall decoration. Exact project will be posted at Acme Art – so stop in and check it out!

The days are getting shorter and getting out and enjoying an Art Class could get you into a fun Hobby for the long winter months. We hope to see you soon! At Acme Art Moke Hill, your “Creative Playground”.
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM Tuolumne City Live Presents, "You're A Good Man Charlie Brown"
Tuolumne, CA...Tuolumne City Live! is a 501(c)3 non-profit corporation whose purpose is to inspire, nurture, entertain, challenge, educate, enable, and empower the cultural well-being of its artists and audiences.

charlie-brown
Our upcoming production of "You're a Good Man Charlie Brown" is produced through special arrangement with Tams-Whitmark.

Our performances are fun and affordable. The show opens Oct 28 and runs through Nov 13, Friday (7pm), Saturdays (2pm & 7pm) and Sundays (2pm).
Generals admission $15, Under 12 years $11.
01:00 AM - 05:00 AM Hovey Harvest Celebration
oin us to celebrate what is sure to be an amazing Harvest. We will kick back on the lawn (weather permitting) or hang out on the porch while we enjoy the sounds of Jill Warren(2 to 4) and the tasty pizzas of Old Skool Pies(1 to 4). This event is free of charge.
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
01:00 PM - 04:00 PM "Scars" Exhibit To Empower Breast Cancer Survivors
San Andreas, CA...Breast cancer survivors are invited to participate in healing through the Arts during the month of October for Breast Cancer Awareness.The multi-media exhibit "Scars" opens October 9th at the Calaveras Arts Council Gallery at 23 Main Street in San Andreas.

scars
The exhibit demonstrates the reality of local breast cancer warriors who fought for their lives and now can share their very personal experiences and inspire others. Their photographic images reflect strength and courage beyond surgery- taking on the future with hope and grace. Sculpture by Pamela Quyle of Murphys is also featured.

Survivors are encouraged to be included in the powerful and tasteful images that will be on display at the exhibit by photographer Christine Oliver of Murphys.

If you would like to be photographed please call Christine at 209-606-0335.
Opening reception is October 9th from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. "Scars" runs through October.
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 - 11:00 PM Jill Warren At The Hovey WInery
Live music
Saturday, October 29th at 4:00 p.m.
350 A Main Street, Murphys.
04:00 PM Have A Spooky Good Time At The San Andreas Halloween Carnival!
San Andreas, Ca...Come enjoy the San Andreas Halloween Carnival. The carnival is held the last Saturday of October each year at the San Andreas Town Hall. Each booth is run by either a family or community group.

carnival
The San Andreas Halloween Carnival was started in 2008 to give the familes of San Andreas and surrounding areas a safe, fun place to spend Halloween. It's been a true success and each year it gets better and better!
04:00 PM Harvest Happy Hour At Milliaire Winery
Murphys, CA...Join us for our FREE Fall Concert Series! Make Harvest Happy Hour your before dinner stop to enjoy live local music & wine specials on our Creekside Patio! October 29th will feature live music by Ras Beeken Dan!

join-us-for-our-free-fall-concert-series-make-harvest-happy-hour-your-before-dinner-stop-to-enjoy-live-local-music-wine-spec
Milliaire Winery is a small family-owned winery founded by Liz and Steve Millier in 1983 in the cellar of their former home in Murphys CA. In 1990, the winery moved to an old Flying A gas station on Main Street in Murphys. The whole building was utilized for daily operations; barrels stacked in the repair bays, wine tanks in the backyard, bottling in the front yard and the tasting room in the office. There were jokes about what was in "those tanks" and a friend of the Milliers' dubbed it the "Roadside Chateau". Following their dreams of making premium wines from the Sierra Foothills, today Milliaire Winery has expanded and occupies over an 8,000 square foot winery with a dedicated barrel room and modern crush pad facility. The Milliaire Winery tasting room still resides in the old "Roadside Chateau" at 276 Main Street.
05:00 PM Scary Story Party Night!
San Andreas, CA...Everyone is invited - Frightening tales from the Mother Lode Storytelling Guild are guaranteed to give goosebumps.

scary-storytelling_sa
Also, there will be ghastly goodies & secret potions for sale, hot dogs (Calaveras Band Boosters), a ghostly raffle, blood-thirsty book giveaway, cookie walk, and special prize for best costume! For more information, call Kathy Martinez at 754-1803.
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 - 11:55 PM Halloween Bash At Hotel Leger
Mokelumne Hill, CA...Join us at the Hotel Leger for the Annual Halloween bash with live band (Full Circle) and a DJ, costume contests and an all-around rockin’ good time! Event is Saturday, October 29th from 9PM-11:59PM.

hotel-leger-halloween_party
Recently featured on the Travel Channel’s Hotel Impossible, beautiful, historic Hotel Leger is an Inn, Restaurant, Saloon and Wedding Facility. One of California’s oldest hotels and a state registered Landmark in the heart of historic Mokelumne Hill, Hotel Leger is a treat for history enthusiasts. Join us for a ghost hunting experience, if you dare! Ghost hunting kits are available at the Inn, at no charge.
09:00 PM I'm Just A Sweet Fundraiser...From Murphys Creek Theater, California-ah!
Murphys, CA...Costume Contest, Raffle Prizes, Photo Opportunities! Interactive Fund for A Theatrical Cause!

imjustasweettransvestite
Murphys Creek Theatre is a year-round company with a year-round indoor theatre space at the Black Bart Playhouse, 580 S. Algiers St. Murphys, Ca 95247. MCT is dedicated to fostering the development and appreciation of performing arts in and about the Mother Lode community by providing professional level public performances, staged readings and theatrical training.


Mark Twain Medical Center
Meadowmont Pharmacy
Angels & San Andreas Memorial Chapels
Bear Valley Real Estate
Gerard Insurance
Bank of Stockton
Fox Security
Bistro Espresso
Chatom Winery
Middleton's Furniture
Bear Valley Mountain Resort
Cave, Mine & Zip Lines
High Country Spa & Stove
Ebbetts Pass Scenic Byway
Sierra Logging Museum Calaveras Mentoriing
Jenny's Kitchen

Copyright © The Pine Tree 2005-2023