- March 12 - 14
-- Daffodil Days at Ironstone Vineyards
Exhibit: Spring has sprung and the daffodil days are blooming. We welcome the Northern California Daffodil Society for their regional daffodil bloom competition and the Calaveras Garden Club with their arrangement display. Chef James will be preparing BBQ on the tasting room deck both Saturday and Sunday. 1894 Six Mile Road, Murphys
Fee: Call for informationTime: Call for information Phone Number: (209) 728.1251 - March 12-13
-- 3rd Annual Calaveras Winegrape & Gourmet
Wine & Food Education: On Friday experience interactive vineyard, wine & food and educational seminars presented by local wine industry experts. On Saturday, an afternoon of food, wine, vines and sensory fun! Taste select pairings of gourmet hors d'oeuvres and cheeses and enjoy integrated seminars. Calaveras County Fairgrounds, Angels Camp
Fee: $40 Advance/$50 At the door/$35 CWA MembersTime: Fri 10a.m.-5p.m./Sat 1p.m.-4p.m. Phone Number: (866) 806.WINE - March 12 - 14
-- 24th Annual Celtic Faire
Celebration, Live Music: California's oldest and largest Celtic Festival. Irish, Scottish, Welsh and Cornish cultures come together. Top name entertainment, Highland games, jousting, food and fun. Mother Lode Fairgrounds, 220 Southgate Drive, Sonora
Fee: VariesTime: Varies Phone Number: (800) 350.1814 - March 13 - 14
-- Calaveras Passport Days
Wine Education: Join us for fun, food & wine! Calaveras County Member Wineries will offer passport holders special barrel tastings or new releases and have special discounts on purchases. Must be 21 years or older, designated drivers are encouraged and receive free non-alcoholic beverages.
Fee: Call for informationTime: Call for information Phone Number: (209) 728.9467 - March 14
-- Cheese and Wine Pairing at Perry Creek Winery
Wine & Food Education: Join us as we explore the pairing options with some fantastic artisan cheese from around the world. These cheese will be available for purchase and take advantage of special discounts when you purchase the accommodating wine with the cheese. Please RSVP by March 10. 7400 Perry Creek Road, Fair Play
Fee: $5/Club Members freeTime: 12 p.m. - 3 p.m. Phone Number: (530) 620.5175 - March 14
-- St. Piran's Day Celebration
Celebration: At the corner of Main and Auburn Streets, Grass Valley will celebrate its 5th Annual St. Piran’s Day Celebration with a flag raising ceremony of the Cornish flag followed by the “Pasty Olympics”, a series of games involving this staple of the Cornish diet.
Fee: FreeTime: 10 a.m. Phone Number: (530) 272.8315 - March 20 - 21
-- 38th Annual Dandelion Days
Celebration: This family-oriented event includes an outdoor bazaar and flea market featuring antiques, relics and collectibles, arts and crafts, and much more. There is also lots of fun, food, street entertainers and even a 5K run. Downtown Jackson
Fee: FreeTime: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (209) 223.1706 - March 20
-- Irish Days in Murphys
Celebration, Live Music: Join us for this day-long family celebration of historic Murphys and its Irish heritage. Arts & crafts, vendors, pony rides and a large variety of food & beverage. Pancake breakfast from 8 a.m. - 11 a.m. at the Congregational Church. Parade begins at 11 a.m.
Fee: FreeTime: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (209) 728.8471 - March 20
-- 17th Annual Gold Rush Gala
Celebration, Benefit: A catered affair with live and silent auctions. Free beer and wine and dancing. This is the largest fundraiser of the year to benefit the students of Mount St. Mary Academy. Mount St. Mary Academy has been operating now for 150 years! The school is considered a historic landmark. Grass Valley Elks Lodge
Fee: $40Time: 6 p.m. - 11 p.m. Phone Number: (530) 432.3903 - March 24
-- Union Hill School's Annual Spring Fling
Celebration, Benefit: Live and silent auctions, raffles, great food, dancing, no-host bar. This is our biggest fundraiser of the year. All proceeds benefit Union Hill School. St. Cannice Hall on Reward Street, Nevada City
Fee: $25Time: 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. Phone Number: (530) 272.1099 - March 26
-- Silent Movie Night at Ironstone
Performing Arts: An Evening of Silent Comedy Shorts. Enjoy an evening with a buffet dinner, the movie, popcorn and cookies. Dinner is at 6:30 p.m., the movie begins at 7:30 p.m. Please call to make your reservations. 1894 Six Mile Road, Murphys
Fee: $20Time: 6:30 p.m. Phone Number: (209) 728.1251 - March 27 - 28
-- Calaveras Gem & Jewelry Show
Exhibit, Family Fun: World class dealers will offer great values on top quality gems, minerals, jewelry, beads, fossils, petrified wood, lapidary material and equipment, books and supplies. Children's activities, demonstrations, silent auction, door prizes, raffle and snack bar. Calaveras County Fairgrounds, 2465 Gunclub Road, "Frogtown", 2 miles South of Angels Camp off Hwy 49
Fee: $3/Kids under 12 free (with adult)Time: Sat 10a.m.-5p.m./Sun 10a.m.-4p.m. Phone Number: (209) 736.2561 - March 27
-- Singles Night at the Winery
Celebration: Single? Do you enjoy wine? Then this could be the perfect opportunity to meet that special someone. Equal number of men and women will be allowed to participate in this event so the numbers do not sway too much in one direction. Explore the wines of Perry Creek and take the wine compatibility test to see whom you should be sitting next to. Buffet dinner included. Please RSVP by March 24. 7400 Perry Creek Road, Fair Play
Fee: $20/$15 Club MembersTime: 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Phone Number: (530) 620.5175 - March 28
-- Cooking Class: Sushi Rolls
Instruction: This is a basic sushi rolling class. Learn about how to make your rice, nori, and the ingredients to make your rolls delightful! Fee includes hands-on instruction, materials and wine to drink. Spots are limited. Reservations required. Ironstone Vineyards, 1894 Six Mile Road, Murphys
Fee: $75 per personTime: 11:30 a.m. Phone Number: (209) 728.1251 x11
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 Tuesday
-- Winemaker's Night at Alchemy
Wine Education: Join us for Winemaker's Nights and enjoy featured wines, live music on the patio and an innovative menu featuring fresh fish and housemade desserts. Please call for reservations. 191 Main Street, Murphys
Fee: $5 per glass of wineTime: 4 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (209) 728.0700 - Every Friday
-- Free Music Fridays at Alchemy
Live Music: Alchemy features jazz standards by Matt Cullen on our patio. Matt will play with an "enhanced rhythm" section and will sometimes be joined by guests. The music is free, but all we ask is you call for reservations and eat some dinner. Feel free to dance if the mood strikes you. 191 Main Street, Murphys
Fee: FreeTime: 5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (209) 728.0700 - 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
-- Grass Valley Foothills Celebration
Celebration, Live Music: Spend Saturday afternoon strolling Historic Downtown Grass Valley perusing its boutique shops while sampling fine wines and gourmet food. Over 50 wineries and restaurants will be participating in this year's celebration.
Fee: $30 Advance/$40 Day of Event Time: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (530) 272.8315 - TBA
-- Annual Spring Obsession Weekend
Celebration: Obsess about the coming of spring, and celebrate our most popular white wine: Symphony 'Obsession'. Art, daffodils, fabulous food and a unique wine will fill the days of this annual celebration. The Artists Reception will be Saturday from 4pm-7pm in the Culinary Center & Music Room. There will be hors d'oeuvres, wine tasting and more. Reservations are required. Ironstone Vineyards, 1894 Six Mile Road, Murphys
Fee: Call for informationTime: Call for information Phone Number: (209) 728.1251 - TBA
-- Behind the Cellar Door 2010
Celebration: Join 32 Amador County wineries, Behind the Cellar Door winter wine extravaganza. Tastings of new wines and current releases, gourmet foods, live music and entertaining seminars. Rain or shine. Hosted by the Amador County Vintners Association.
Fee: Advance tickets $50 both days/$35 Sat or Sun onlyTime: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (888) 655.8614
|
|
|
|
