Gold Country - February Events

Ongoing Events

• Every Day -- Black Chasm Natural Landmark Tours
  Recreation: This tour consists of a descent of about 60 feet, down five flights of stairs into the large Colossal Chamber. Well-lit stalactites, stalagmites, long helictites, draperies, flowstones, columns and giant keystone bridges lodged high in the walls can be seen. Pioneer-Volcano Road. Call for directions and seasonal hours.
  Fee: $14.25 Adults /$7.15 Ages 3-12Time: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Phone Number: (866) 762.2837

• Every Saturday -- Wine Tasting and Tours
  Recreation: Every Saturday Double Oak Vineyards & Winery is open for wine tasting, winery tours and retail sales. Picnic facilities are also available. Come visit and spend the day with us. 14510 Blind Shady Road, Nevada City.
  Fee: FreeTime: 11a.m. - 5p.m. Phone Number: (530) 292.3235

• TBA -- 2009 Wine & Chocolate Weekend
  Wine & Food Education: Join the family wineries of the Madera Wine Trail as they host "Wine and Chocolate Weekend". Guests will sample current and newly released vintages and indulge in delectable chocolate creations, special food pairings, local art and live music. Call for more information on participating wineries.
  Fee: Passport Wine Glass $20Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (800) 613.0709

• TBA -- 13th Annual President's Wine Weekend
  Celebration: The Calaveras Winegrape Alliance would like to invite the public to join us in celebrating President’s Wine Weekend at our 25 member winery tasting rooms located throughout Calaveras County. Rain or shine. Designated drivers are encouraged and will receive complimentary non-alcoholic beverages. Participants must be at least 21 years of age.
  Fee: $10Time: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (800) 225.3764, extension 25,

• TBA -- Valentine Sweetheart's Dinner
  Celebration, Live Music: Celebrate an elegant night out with your Valentine with wine, dinner and dancing. Call for reservations. Ironstone Vineyards, 1894 Six Mile Road, Murphys
  Fee: $75 per personTime: 6:30 p.m. Phone Number: (209) 728.1251

• TBA -- Sweetheart Champagne Omelet Breakfast
  Celebration, Benefit: The Stockton Stingrays beep baseball team, a group of blind athletes from San Joaquin County and the surrounding area, including West Point, are holding a fundraising breakfast. Build your own omelet, enjoy juice, champagne and more. Purchase tickets by phone, mail, in person or online. Community Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired, 130 West Flora Street, Stockton
  Fee: $10Time: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Phone Number: (209) 466.3836

• TBA -- Nevada City Mardi Gras Celebration
  Celebration: A downtown parade and masquerade ball are featured as the colorful Sierra foothills town of Nevada City celebrates Mardi Gras. The Mardi Gras Masquerade Ball will be held in historic Miners Foundry, 325 Spring Street. On Saturday, the parade begins at 2 p.m. and moves down Broad Street through the center of town. Rain or Shine. Everyone is encouraged to attend in festive Mardi Gras attire.
  Fee: Call for informationTime: 8 p.m.-12 a.m. Mardi Gras Ball/2 p.m. Parade Phone Number: (530) 265.2692

• TBA -- Behind the Cellar Door Winter Cellar-bration
  Celebration: Join 30 Amador County wineries, Behind the Cellar Door event featuring barrel-tasting, great food, live music, entertaining seminars and demonstrations. Call for advance ticket purchase.
  Fee: Advance tickets $50 both days / $35 Sunday onlyTime: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (888) 655.8614