Murphys, CA

If you would like to discuss the dynamics of what is happening in the market or would like information and real estate opportunities in the Bear Valley, Arnold, Murphy's, Angels Camp and Copperopolis area please email me at Daniel@BigTreesRealty.com or go to www.BigTreesRealty.com call me at 1 209 795-4218 By clicking here you can search like a Realtor.

November 18 and ongoing - Swingin' in the Snow -

Local musician Matt Cullen's new Christmas CD is available now at Gold Country Coffee, Sierra Gifts, Piazza and The Spice Tin. As the holidays approach you'll be hearing this music at many local tasting rooms and shops.

November 18 and ongoing - Expressive Oil Painting, published by North Light Books, is loaded with big, colorful images, but it's not about the author. It is about how you can paint better paintings - how you can express your deepest feelings for Nature. Local artist George Durkee's new book is complete, published and ready for you to purchase for yourself or someone you know. You can read about it and order it online at Amazon or purchase signed copies directly from the author at the Art Gallery in Murphys. Visit the website at www.gallerymurphys.com for more information.

November 18 and ongoing - Murphys Nursery is accepting pre-orders for Silvertip Christmas Trees. They are the only local place offering these locally and sustainably grown and harvested trees. They obtain them directly from the growers so the trees are always fresh. Silvertips are very symmetrical and have open spaces between their widely spaced branches making them perfect for decorating. Quantities will be limited so place your order now at 728-3220.

November 18 and ongoing -Barbara Garvin Exhibit at the Harbinger Gallery - The Harbinger Gallery in Murphys is proud to announce a solo exhibit featuring new work from Murphys fine artist Barbara R. Garvin. The show will be open through December 2, 2009. Please stop by the gallery's new location, 448-B Main Street, upstairs from Sierra Nevada Adventure Company and next door to the Spice Tin. The entrance is in the rear of the building, twenty paces up Algiers Street. Please visit www.harbingergallery.net to view B.R. Garvin's catalogue or stop in the gallery. The exhibit will run through December 2, 2009. Or call 209-795-5957 for more information.

November 18 and ongoing - Alchemy Restaurant - "If you haven't been in to Alchemy lately, come check out some of the exciting changes! We have fresh paint; new lighting and fans; an incredible new brass beer tower with 12 draft beers, most never before seen in Murphys. Soon to come: new, larger tables and chairs; a giant LED TV; extended late-night hours (8 pm - 10 or 11 pm) with a new bar menu. This is a new, improved Alchemy that you will definitely want to check out!"

November 21, 2009 - Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Murphys are available at no charge on Saturday mornings at 10am leaving from the Old TimersMuseum across from the Murphys Hotel. Please contact Bob Buchanan at 209-728-3517 to confirm that there will be a walking tour (always a good idea) or to set up a tour for a group of 12 or more.

November 21, 2009 - Tanner Vineyards Wine & Cooking Series - Please join us as we kick off our Tanner Vineyards Wine & Cooking series! Enjoy our "Cuisine of Tuscany" wine and cooking class, Saturday, Nov 21st at 4:40 pm. $50 per person, $40 wine club members, paid in advance. Cuisine of Spain, Provence and Tuscany, Sausage and Soup classes coming soon with more dates to be announced! Please call 209.728-8229 for reservations and additional information.

November 21, 2009 - Festival of Teas. - Soroptimist International of Calaveras County (SICC) is pleased to present their 12th annual Festival of Teas, featuring a weekend of holiday teas at Ironstone Vineyards on Saturday November 21st at 2:00 p.m. Visit www.sicalaverascounty.org or call (209) 736-1947 for more information.

November 24, 2009 - Winemakers Night at Alchemy from 4-8pm - Music Nicolas Lefler, Flamenco Guitarist, and wine by Tanner Vineyards- Call 209-728-0700 for additional information or visit the website at www.alchemymarket.com.

November 26th - Thanksgiving Dinner at the Murphys Historic Hotel. Spend the holidays with us at the Murphys Historic Hotel, let us do the work while you enjoy. Contact Brian Goss, Banquet Manager at 209-728-3444 ext 416

November 28, 2009 - Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Murphys are available at no charge on Saturday mornings at 10am leaving from the Old Timers Museum across from the Murphys Hotel. Please contact Bob Buchanan at 209-728-3517 to confirm that there will be a walking tour (always a good idea) or to set up a tour for a group of 12 or more.

November 28, 2009 - Sounds of the Season - A yearly tradition at Ironstone Vineyards to put you in the mood for the holidays. An evening filled with music and song, with many familiar Christmas favorites performed by local musicians. Audience participation is encouraged with the singing of Christmas Carols. Starring this year are Joe Hannah and Lon Hannah of the Sons of San Joaquin (www.thesons.com). This year the concert is earlier than in years past. A light supper of soups, salads and desserts follow the concert. Reservations are $35.00 per person, $25 per child. To make your reservation, please call 209-728-1251. Please wear your classic cowboy attire (1930s to 1960s).

November 28, 2009 - Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Murphys are available at no charge on Saturday mornings at 10am leaving from the Old Timers Museum across from the Murphys Hotel. Please contact Bob Buchanan at 209-728-3517 to confirm that there will be a walking tour (always a good idea) or to set up a tour for a group of 12 or more.

December 1, 2009 - Winemakers Night at Alchemy from 4-8pm - Music by The Tritone Subs and wine by Domaine Becquet- Call 209-728-0700 for additional information or visit the website at www.alchemymarket.com

December 4, 2009 - Murphys Open House from 5-8 pm, Parade at 6 pm. Join Murphys shopkeepers downtown as they host an evening of wine, shopping and holiday goodies - once again Santa and Mrs Claus will be at the Native Sons, chestnuts will be roasting on an open fire at the Spice Tin and Tanner Vineyards will be featuring their now famous 'Holiday Mulled Wine'. Our beautiful posters are available for purchase at the Spice Tin.

December 4, 2009 - Enjoy the Neo Hipsters Band at the Murphys Historic Hotel from 8:30 to 12:30. Contact 209-0728-3444 for more information.

December 4, 2009 - Grape Growers Meeting. The Murphys Hotel hosts the Calaveras Wine Grape Alliance at 9:00 am; please arrive at 8:30 am if you wish to order breakfast. Join CWA to discuss how we can develop Calaveras County as a Destination Wine Region that honors our unique heritage and casual atmosphere. Contact 209-728-3444 for more information

December 5, 2009 - Local wineries will continue the festive spirit with their 'Holiday Open House' offering special wine and holiday discounts. We've heard a bottle of Murphys wine makes a great gift!

December 5, 2009 - Chatom Vineyards - Come celebrate the season with us, it's a wonderful chance to sample our award-winning wines paired with gourmet appetizers. Live music and plenty of fun! 5-8pm

December 5, 2009 - Open House at the Barn - We are inviting you to join us at the Barn when we host our 5th Christmas Open House and also Celebrate Bear's 5th birthday from 1-5pm at our location on Pennsylvania Gulch Road. Please come and join in the festivities, savor some delicious treats and meet up with old friends. The BARN had grown as an important venue for local artists, and you will see lots of new paintings, photographs, weavings, gourd art, jewelry, as well as our new season displays of candles, chocolate,

wind chimes, soaps, and market baskets. In addition, from 2:30 - 3:30, Judy Marvin - friend, landlady extraordinaire, and author of some great books on local history will be at the BARN to sign any of the books you might like to buy for yourself or for gifts.

NOTE for your Christmas shopping: beginning the day after Thanksgiving, the BARN will be open every Friday from 12-5pm through December 18.

What's Happening in Murphys

If you would like to discuss the dynamics of what is happening in the market or would like information and real estate opportunities in the Bear Valley, Arnold, Murphy's, Angels Camp and Copperopolis area please email me at Daniel@BigTreesRealty.com or go to www.BigTreesRealty.com call me at 1 209 795-4218 By clicking here you can search like a Realtor.

July 30, 2009 - The Murphys Farmers Market at the Vina Moda Winery, 634 French Gulch Rd., Murphys, Thursdays from 3:30 pm until dusk. For more information, call Katie at 209-728-9112.

July 30, 2009 - Thursday's at the Pit, 5:00 pm at Ironstone. A reasonably priced summer dinner. To purchase your tickets call Ironstone, 209-728-1251, ext. 11. Tickets are $25 for a couple, $5 for children under 10 and $10 for a wine club member. For tickets please call, 209-728-1251.

July 30, 2009 - Bear Valley Music Festival - Mimi Fox, solo jazz guitarist, is a world-class, accessible, straight-ahead jazz artist who is both true to the traditions and fresh with new ideas. Mimi has been voted "Rising Star" in Down Beat for the last five consecutive years. Show begins at 7pm. For more information or reservations, call 209-753-2574.

July 31, 2009 - Vineyard Tour & BBQ. For info contact the Calaveras Winegrape Alliance: 209-728-9467 or cwa@goldrush.com. Website: http://www.calaveraswines.org

July 31, 2009 (Through August 8)- Murphys Creek Theatre presents the Merchant of Venice. Playing in the picturesque amphitheatre at 2690 San Domingo Road, Murphys, "The Merchant of Venice" opens July 2 and plays Fridays and Saturdays through Aug. 8. Curtain is at 8 p.m. Bring a picnic dinner and wine, or purchase some from the box office. Tickets cost $15 and are available at murphyscreektheatre.org or at the door. For more information call 728-8422.

July 31, 2009 - Fridays At Alchemy. Don't forget to check out classic Jazz standards by Matt Cullen every Friday on our patio from 5:30-8. The music is free, and there's room to dance if you wish. Call 209-728-0700 for more information.

July 31, 2009 - Bear Valley Music Festival - Di Wu, a 24-year-old award winning and critically acclaimed piano virtuoso, will join the Bear Valley Festival Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of maestro Carter Nice. Tickets range from $25 to $50 and may be purchased by visiting the festival website, www.bearvalleymusic.org or calling toll free (800) 458-1618.

August 1, 2009 - NEXT Upscale Resale will be hosting a flea market in their parking lot on Big Trees Road on the first Saturday of each month from 8am-6pm all summer long. Call Diane at 209-728-2274 for more information.

August 1, 2009 (Through August 8)- Murphys Creek Theatre presents the Merchant of Venice. Playing in the picturesque amphitheatre at 2690 San Domingo Road, Murphys, "The Merchant of Venice" opens July 2 and plays Fridays and Saturdays through Aug. 8. Curtain is at 8 p.m. Bring a picnic dinner and wine, or purchase some from the box office. Tickets cost $15 and are available at murphyscreektheatre.org or at the door. For more information call 728-8422.

August 1, 2009 - Bear Valley Music Festival - A free children's concert will offer a wonderful, audience-friendly opportunity for young people to experience the majesty of a symphony orchestra. Jennifer Smith of Sacramento's News 10 will narrate The Story of Celeste. The Bear Valley Festival Orchestra will perform Beethoven's Leonore Overture #3, Strauss' Light as a Feather Polka, and songs from The Wizard of Oz . The audience is invited to come early for the festival's instrument "petting zoo." There is no admission charge. Starts at 10:00 am.

August 1, 2009 - Peddlers Faire Parking Lot Sale, Murphys- 209-728-1600. The Arbors "Peddlers Faire" parking lot sale will be held from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. It will be located across from the Native Daughters Hall in the parking lot of The Arbors stores on east main street Murphys. The faire will be held on the first Saturday of each month through October. For more information leave a contact number at Villa Mia Antiques 209-728-1600.

August 2, 2009 - Bear Valley Music Festival - Di Wu, a 24-year-old award winning and critically acclaimed piano virtuoso, will join the Bear Valley Festival Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of maestro Carter Nice. Tickets range from $20 to $40 and may be purchased by calling (800) 458-1617 or visiting the festival website, www.bearvalleymusic.org.

August 4, 2009 - Bear Valley Music Festival - A special night of chamber music with members of the Bear Valley Orchestra and wine tasting with Nicole Darracq, sommelier and wine educator. The seating is rearranged for an intimate, up-close-and-personal experience. Show begins at 7 pm. For reservations or more information, call 209-753-2574.

August 5, 2009 - Wednesdays at Tanners. Ethiopian Cuisine Pairing at the Tanner Vineyards Tasting Room at 202 Main Street from 6-7:30 pm. Call 209-728-8229 for information and reservations or visit the website at www.tannervineyards.com.

August 5, 2009 - Bear Valley Music Festival - This versatile band of brothers has been blazing trails for over thirty years, playing traditional offerings and bridging cultures from the Middle East to international rock 'n roll. Show begins at 7 pm. For reservations or more information, call 209-753-2574.

August 6, 2009 - The Murphys Farmers Market at the Vina Moda Winery, 634 French Gulch Rd., Murphys, Thursdays from 3:30 pm until dusk. For more information, call Katie at 209-728-9112.

Activities for Murphys and Calaveras County

If you would like to discuss the dynamics of what is happening in the market or would like information and real estate opportunities in the Bear Valley, Arnold, Murphy's, Angels Camp and Copperopolis area please email me at Daniel@BigTreesRealty.com or go to www.BigTreesRealty.com call me at 1 209 795-4218 By clicking here you can search like a Realtor.

July 9, 2009 - The Murphys Farmers Market at the Vina Moda Winery,

634 French Gulch Rd., Murphys, Thursdays

from 3:30 pm until dusk. For more information, call Katie at 209-728-9112.

July 10, 2009 - Fridays At Alchemy.

Don't forget to check out classic Jazz standards by Matt

Cullen every Friday on our patio from 5:30-8. The music is free, and there's room to dance if you

wish. Call 209-728-0700 for more information.

July 10-August 8, 2009 - Murphys Creek Theatre presents the Merchant of Venice at the Cornelia Stevenot

Memorial Amphitheatre.

With all his fortunes tied up at sea, Antonio borrows money from Shylock for his friend

Bassanio. Amused by Shylock's request of 1 pound of flesh if the loan is default, Antonio gladly accepts the money lender's

proposition. Fate turns against him, however, and Shylock comes to claim his due. Unable to intervene on Antonio's behalf,

the distraught Bassanio, finds an advocate in his love, Portia, skilled enough to sway the Venetian council and spare

Antonio's life. Friday and Saturday evenings at 8 pm. Call 209-728-8422 for more information.

July 11, 2009

- Join us in Downtown Murphys for our monthly

ARTWALK

sponsored by Murphys Business Association. The afternoon

features art galleries, shops and winery tasting rooms hosting outstanding

local artists every second Saturday from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. Other local

businesses offer added shopping, eating, wine tasting and festivities.

Contact the MBA for more information or visit www.visitmurphys.com.

July 11, 2009

- Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Murphys are available at no charge on Saturday mornings at

10am leaving from the Old Timers Museum across from the Murphys Hotel. Please contact Bob Buchanan at 209-728-3517

to confirm dates and times or to set up a tour for a group of 12 or more.

July 11, 2009 - Chatom Wine Dinner.

Come enjoy a scrumptious dinner created by Wren Creative Foods and paired

with Chatom Vineyard wines. Live music by Schiraz. Cost is $75 per person (wine club members $65) and begins at 6:00

pm. RSVP Chatom Vineyards 209-736-6500

July 11, 2009 - Pog Mo Thoin release Party, Irish Vineyards- 209-736-1299.

Black Irish Band, Dinner, New wine

release & discounts. Don't miss this great party. 6:30 pm - 9:30pm $38.00 each - CALL TODAY TO BOOK YOUR SPACE!

July 15, 2009 - Wednesdays at Tanners

. Barbeque in a Barrel at the Tanner Vineyards Tasting Room at 202 Main

Street from 6-7:30 pm. Call 209-728-8229 for information and reservations or visit the website at

www.tannervineyards.com.

July 16, 2009 - The Murphys Farmers Market at the Vina Moda Winery,

634 French Gulch Rd., Murphys, Thursdays

from 3:30 pm until dusk. For more information, call Katie at 209-728-9112.

July 16, 2009 - Murphys Classic Car Cruise Nights- 209-728-9971.

Come join the fun for the "Murphys Classic Car

Cruise Nights" Thursday Nights on July 16 and August 20 from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm in downtown Main St, Murphys. Bring

your Classic Car or just come and hangout and enjoy looking at them. Some restaurants will be open or enjoy ice cream

and DJ music by Decade Music. Also enjoy cash raffle prizes and lots of fun.

July 17, 2009 - Fridays At Alchemy.

Don't forget to check out classic Jazz standards by

Matt Cullen every Friday on our patio from 5:30-8. The music is free, and there's room to

dance if you wish. Call 209-728-0700 for more information.

July 18, 2009

- Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Murphys are available at no charge on Saturday mornings at

10am leaving from the Old Timers Museum across from the Murphys Hotel. Please contact Bob Buchanan at 209-728-3517

to confirm dates and times or to set up a tour for a group of 12 or more.

July 18, 2009 - Murphys Homecoming 60th Anniversary from 10:30am - 4pm.

Join your friends and neighbors in an old fashioned parade and promenade to the Park.

Enjoy a concert performance by the Calaveras Community Band at 11am. The Nostalgia

Luncheon, for Murphys area residents 70 years and older who lived in the area for 10

years or more, will take place at noon. No charge for luncheon but reservations are

required. Sponsored by the Murphys Community Club, call 209-728-8392 for reservations

for luncheon.

July 18, 2009 - Murphys Annual Duck Races

from 1pm to 5pm Sponsored by the

Murphys Volunteer Library. All proceeds benefit the library.

18 July, 2009 - Chatom Vineyards Wine Club Event.

A special event for wine club members and their guests at

Chatom Vineyards beginning at 5:00 pm. Cost: Free RSVP to Chatom Vineyards at 209-736-6500.

July 18, 2009 - Plan B will be playing at the Camp Connell General Store 4p - 8pm

July 18, 2009 - Ironstone Vineyards Summer Concert Series! MICHAEL McDONALD & BOZ SCAGGS

! The first

concert of the season is going to be an excellent one with Michael McDonald and Boz Scaggs. McDonald has played with

many renown groups, and Scaggs 1976 record "Silk Degrees" was the music of a generation. All tickets are sold through

www.ticketmaster.com. Visit www.ironstonevineyards.com/concert_2009/ for more info!

July 23, 2009 - The Murphys Farmers Market at the Vina Moda Winery,

634 French Gulch Rd., Murphys, Thursdays

from 3:30 pm until dusk. For more information, call Katie at 209-728-9112.

If you would like to discuss the dynamics of what is happening in the market or would like information and real estate opportunities in the Bear Valley, Arnold, Murphy's, Angels Camp and Copperopolis area please email me at Daniel@BigTreesRealty.com or go to www.BigTreesRealty.com call me at 1 209 795-4218 By clicking here you can search like a Realtor.

Activities for Murphys and Calaveras County

If you would like to discuss the dynamics of what is happening in the market or would like information and real estate opportunities in the Bear Valley, Arnold, Murphy's, Angels Camp and Copperopolis area please email me at Daniel@BigTreesRealty.com or go to www.BigTreesRealty.com call me at 1 209 795-4218 By clicking here you can search like a Realtor.

June 26, 2009 - Fridays At Alchemy. Don't forget to check out classic Jazz standards by Matt Cullen every Friday on our patio from 5:30-8. The music is free, and there's room to dance if you wish. Call 209-728-0700 for more information.

June 26 - 28, 2009 - Calaveras Passport Weekend. This exciting weekend kicks off on Friday night at Murphys Community Park, with a "mini-Passport" event, "Taste the World of Calaveras!" The park will be divided into five "regions" of the world, and in each of these regions, you will have the opportunity to taste wines made from grapes with their origins in those "regions" and each region will showcase corresponding cuisine. Participants are issued a commemorative glass and "passport" that is stamped at each of the wineries visited on Saturday and Sunday, and if completed, entered in drawings for some fun prizes. All participants must be 21 years or older, designated drivers are encouraged and receive free non-alcoholic beverages. For info contact the Calaveras Winegrape Alliance: 209-728-9467 or cwa@goldrush.com. Website: http://www.calaveraswines.org

June 27, 2009 - Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Murphys are available at no charge on Saturday mornings at 10am leaving from the Old Timers Museum across from the Murphys Hotel. Please contact Bob Buchanan at 209-728-3517 to confirm dates and times or to set up a tour for a group of 12 or more.

July 1, 2009 - Wednesdays at Tanners. Artisan Cheese Pairings at the Tanner Vineyards Tasting Room at 202 Main Street from 6-7:30 pm. Call 209-728-8229 for information and reservations or visit the website at www.tannervineyards.com.

July 2, 2009 - The Murphys Farmers Market at the Vina Moda Winery, 634 French Gulch Rd., Murphys, Thursdays from 3:30 pm until dusk. For more information, call Katie at 209-728-9112.

July 2-August 8 - Murphys Creek Theatre presents the Merchant of Venice. Playing in the picturesque amphitheatre at 2690 San Domingo Road, Murphys, "The Merchant of Venice" opens July 2 and plays Fridays and Saturdays through Aug. 8. Curtain is at 8 p.m. Bring a picnic dinner and wine, or purchase some from the box office. Tickets cost $15 and are available at murphyscreektheatre.org or at the door. For more information call 728-8422.

July 3, 2009 - First Friday in the Park from 5:30 - 8 pm. Fun for the entire family. Free live entertainment by Swing Gitane. Food provided by local caterers and restaurants and beverages will be available for purchase. Sponsored by the Calaveras Community Club. Proceeds go to help maintain the park.

July 3, 2009 - Fridays At Alchemy. Don't forget to check out classic Jazz standards by Matt Cullen every Friday on our patio from 5:30-8. The music is free, and there's room to dance if you wish. Call 209-728-0700 for more information.

July 3, 2009 - Twisted Oak's 6th Anniversary Birthday BBQ Bash. 6:31pm - 9:02pm at 4280 Red Hill Road, Vallecito. Mark your calendar now for our 6th Anniversary Birthday BBQ Bash on July 3rd 2009. You'll get real pit BBQ (cooked in our, um, real BBQ pit). You'll get salads and rolls and beans and stuff like that. You'll get your choice of all of our currently available (and quite delicious) Twisted Oak wines. We're also opening up the cellar and opening every wine from our library - all the way back to 2002. Check out the list! The price per person is only $25 for Twisted Few members and their guests, $35 for everyone else. Call the winery at 209-736-9080 to reserve your tickets.

July 4, 2009 - It is time for our spectacular annual Independence Day Celebration at Ironstone Vineyards. This event is fun for the whole family with great food to purchase, bounce houses, climbing walls and games throughout the whole grounds. Live music performances by "Over the Edge" and others. The fireworks begin at dark and last about 30 minutes. Gates open at 4:30. Admission for Adults is$10.00; 6 to 12 yrs is$ 5.00; 5 & under is FREE. No outside food or beverage allowed. Call 728-1251 for more information.

July 4, 2009 - Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Murphys are available at no charge on Saturday mornings at 10am leaving from the Old Timers Museum across from the Murphys Hotel. Please contact Bob Buchanan at 209-728-3517 to confirm dates and times or to set up a tour for a group of 12 or more.

July 4, 2009 - Join Renewal and Releaf in celebrating the 4^th with Fabulous Fun at Fran's at 7 pm at 984 Crestview Drive. Hot dogs, burgers and soft drinks or you can bring your own meat to barbeque. Bring your swimsuit and a chair so you can enjoy live music with Matt Cullen and the Shades of Swing as well as a view of the fireworks at Ironstone starting at dark. $30 per person ($10 for kids) in advance; 75 person limit. Parking is limited so please carpool if you can. RSVP to coffeecupforyou@yahoo.com or 209-728-2669.

July 4, 2009 - Peddlers Faire Parking Lot Sale. The Arbors "Peddlers Faire" parking lot sale will be held from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. It will be located across from the Native Daughters Hall in the parking lot of The Arbors stores on east main street Murphys. Starting in June the faire will be held on the first Saturday of each month through the month of October. Look for great bargains. Fore more information, please leave a contact number at Villa Mia Antiques 209-728-1600.

July 4, 2009 - Fireworks - Join the fun at the Murphys Historic Hotel for the annual 4th of July celebration. Enjoy some history and enjoy food for the whole family. Bring your fireworks to the hotel on the 4th and light them in the back on the cement parking lot for a fun show everyone can enjoy.

July 05, 2009 - Hernia Hill at Twisted Oak Winery from 7:00am - 1:00pm at 4280 Red Hill Road, Vallecito. Join Twisted Oak and On Your Mark Events for the 22nd Annual Hernia Hill 5K, 10K, and Half-Marathon. It's the 22nd running (so to speak) and the second year this event will be at Twisted Oak in Vallecito! Registration begins at 7AM, the running starts at 8AM, with the Post-Race Barbecue starting at 11:30AM. For more information, including pre-registration and race fees, visit On Your Mark Events or call 209-795-7832.

If you would like to discuss the dynamics of what is happening in the market or would like information and real estate opportunities in the Bear Valley, Arnold, Murphy's, Angels Camp and Copperopolis area please email me at Daniel@BigTreesRealty.com or go to www.BigTreesRealty.com call me at 1 209 795-4218 By clicking here you can search like a Realtor.

Activities in Murphysa and surrounding areas

If you would like to discuss the dynamics of what is happening in the market or would like information and real estate opportunities in the Bear Valley, Arnold, Murphy's, Angels Camp and Copperopolis area please email me at Daniel@BigTreesRealty.com or go to www.BigTreesRealty.com call me at 1 209 795-4218 By clicking here you can search like a Realtor.

Enjoy the activities for the coming weeks

June 5, 2009 - Grape Growers Meeting.

The Murphys Historic Hotel hosts the Calaveras Wine Grape Alliance at 9:00 am in the Murphys Historic Hotel in the-Gold Room. June's speaker will be Glenn McGourty of Biodynamics. There is no cost for CWA members to attend, non-members $10.00 Breakfast is offered from the menu and if you plan to eat, please arrive no later than 8:30am . Contact 209-728-3444 for more information.

June 5, 2009 - First Friday in the Park from 5:30 - 8 pm. Fun for the entire family. Free live entertainment by local musicians. Food provided by local caterers and restaurants and beverages will be available for purchase. Sponsored by the Calaveras Community Club. Proceeds go to help maintain the park.

June 6, 2009 - Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Murphys are available at no charge on Saturday mornings at 10am leaving from the Old Timers Museum across from the Murphys Hotel. Please contact Bob Buchanan at 209-728-3517 to confirm dates and times or to set up a tour for a group of 12 or more.

June 6, 2009 - NEXT Upscale Resale will be hosting a flea market in their parking lot on Big Trees Road from 8am-6pm all summer long. Call Diane at 209-728-2274 for more information or to rent booth space.

June 6, 2009 - Peddlers Faire Parking Lot Sale. The Arbors "Peddlers Faire" parking lot sale will be held from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. It will be located in the parking lot of The Arbors Shopping Center in Murphys. Look for great bargains. For more information, please leave a contact number at Villa Mia Antiques 209-728-1600.

June 6^th, 2009 - Radio Society Meeting at the Murphys Historic Hotel - Calling all radio enthusiasts to a 8:00 am breakfast meeting of the Radio Society. Ten four good buddy!! Call 209-728-3444 for more information.

June 7, 2009 - 3rd Annual BBQ Competition at Ironstone Vineyards. Come experience the flavors of many local chefs and backyard BBQers as they compete in the annual event. There will also be cooking demonstrations throughout the day. For more information call 209-728-1251.

June 10, 2009 - Wines of the World- Calaveras Wine Alliance is back with the Wines of the World. This month's presenter is Scott Klann, winemaker for Newsom-Harlow and Twisted Oak, and he will be presenting Summer White Wines to enjoy on the patio. Wines of the World will begin at 5:45pm and will include light appetizers and as always, a discount on dinner entrees from our dining room if you chose to stay for dinner afterwards.. Contact cwa@goldrush.com, 209-728-9467, 866-806-WINE or 209-728-3444 for more information.

June 13, 2009 - Join us in Downtown Murphys for our monthly ARTWALK sponsored by Murphys Business Association. The afternoon features over 20 art galleries, shops and winery tasting rooms hosting outstanding local artists every second Saturday from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. Supporting businesses will stay open late for added shopping, eating, wine tasting and festivities. Contact the MBA for more information or visit www.visitmurphys.com

June 13, 2009 - Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Murphys are available at no charge on Saturday mornings at 10am leaving from the Old Timers Museum across from the Murphys Hotel. Please contact Bob Buchanan at 209-728-3517 to confirm dates and times or to set up a tour for a group of 12 or more.

June 13, 2009 - Beaux Chevaux Tasting Gallery is hosting Plein on Main. June 13th and 14th. Artists will be on Main Street painting Historic Downtown Murphys in this friendly competition. Come sample wine watch art in action and vote on your favorite painting. Artist reception Sunday June 14th 3-5pm. Top three winners will be on exhibit for Passport Weekend June 26-28. Call 209-728-2157 for more information.

June 14, 2009 - You are invited to sit back, relax, and enjoy some beautiful music at a Sunday Afternoon Free Concert with Kim Plowman & Friends at 3 pm in the Sanctuary of the First Congregational Church of Murphys at Corner of Church & Algiers Street. Reception to follow. Contact coffeecupforyou@yahoo.com for more information.

June 14, 2009 - In honor of Flag Day, anyone wearing red, white & blue will get one free domestic beer in the Murphys Historic Saloon.

June 20, 2009 - Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Murphys are available at no charge on Saturday mornings at 10am leaving from the Old Timers Museum across from the Murphys Hotel. Please contact Bob Buchanan at 209-728-3517 to confirm dates and times or to set up a tour for a group of 12 or more.

June 20, 2009 - Kayak and Canoe Festival. Sierra Nevada Adventure Company presents the 12th Annual Kayak and Canoe Festival! Paddle dozens of kayaks and canoes, enjoy a delicious BBQ lunch and raffle! Adult tickets are $25 and kids under 13 are $20. Space is limited so call for tickets now. 209-795-9310.

June 20, 2009 - Family Fun Day in Vallecito. Chase a frog, skip a rock, hike to a volcanic lava cap, explore nature and enjoy a day with your family in the rolling foothills at the Ghiglieri Ranch and Vallecito Vineyards off of Highway 4. Enjoy activities for kids, art, education, fishing, antiques, farm equipment, horseback rides, horticulture, gold panning, vendors, collectables, geology, viticulture, scenic hikes and more! For more information call 209-736-9285.