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2007 El Dorado County EventsFebruary
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The event date, time, cost and locations are subject to change.
Therefore prior to attending an event please contact the event contact person to confirm the information.
Passport WeekendEl Dorado Winery Association's 16th Annual Passport Weekends 2007: March 24-25 and March 31-April 1. Click here to get an application to purchase your passport to this great event. Applications can be received anytime after January 19, 2007. Cost: $65 per passport. www.eldoradowines.org

Feb

  Wednesday Night Social
Tomei's Restaurant & Bar is having a Happy hour, free appetizers, drink specials and celebrity bartenders. The celebrity bartenders work for tips to donate to their favorite charity plus part of the profits also go to the charity.Support the community and see local celebs behind the bar.  4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Tomei's Restaurant and Bar, 384 Main Street, Placerville For more information contact: For more information, call  (530) 626-9766

Feb

 Bingo
Every Friday is Regular Bingo Games, 1st Monday every month is Big Money Night.  Doors Open at 5pm, Early Bird Game at 6:45 pm and Regular Game at 7pm. El Dorado County Fairgrounds, 100 Placerville Drive, Placerville. 14 Game Minimum "Buy In" $10.00, and Six Special Game $1.00 each www.eldoradocountyfair.org For more information contact: El Dorado County Fairgrounds  (530) 621-5860

Feb

 Learn to Square Dance
Square dance lessons began on Jan. 10, 2007 and continues each Wednesday until the end of August. Wonderful exercise, good for the mind, meet great people.  8:00 p.m. Hangtown Grange, 2020 Smith Flat Rd., Placerville. East on Broadway, left on Smith Flat, 3/4 mile to Grange. For more information contact: Apple Jacks & Jills Square Dance Club  (530) 295-1922

Feb
03

 American River Conservancy offers Snowshoeing in the Sierra
This is the 7th annual snowshoe trip. It is geared for people who have never been snowshoeing before. All the basics will be covered and you'll be taken out on the trail. Although this is a beginners class, being in good shape is highly recommended.  9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. for meeting location Free For more information contact: for reservations, call  (530) 621-1224

Feb
03

 Imagination Theatre presents "Keep the Whole World Singing"
The 3rd annual concert featuring the Cantare Chorale, the Gold Rush Barbershop Chorus, and other barbershop quartets and a preview of songs from IT's spring production of "Godspell". Don't miss this incredible evening of entertainment, make yourreservations now  7:30 p.m. Imagination Theatre, El Dorado County Fairgrounds $15.00. Reserved seating only. For more information contact: Call IT's box office  (530) 642-0404

Feb
03

 Flea Market
This flea market is held on the first Saturday of each month. Come out and see what is happening.  7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. El Dorado County Fairgrounds, 100 Placerville Drive, Placerville. Free to the public, and $15 each table 10' x 10' space. Gates open at 6:30 for vendors www.eldoradocountyfair.org For more information contact: El Dorado County Fairgrounds  (530) 621-5860

Feb
04

 Class: Root over Rock Japanese Maple
We will use trees that have been especially trained for this purpose. They have long roots with a lot of trunk movement and are 7 to 8 years old.  9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Lotus Bonsai Nursery & Gardens, 1435 Lower Lake Drive, Placerville. $40.00 www.lotusbonsai.com For more information contact: Lotus Bonsai Nursery & Gardens  (530) 622-9681

Feb
07

 The Sequoia Comedy Night
The Sequoia presents a comedy showcase evening the first Wednesday of every month  Doors open for Comedy Night at 7:00 pm; the show begins at 8:00 pm. Sequoia Restaurant at the historic Bee-Bennett House, 645 Bee Street, Placerville. For more information contact: Sequoia  (530) 622-5222

Feb
10

 American River Conservancy offers Peyote Stitch Class
Native American descendant Nancy Babb offers an introductory bead stitch workshop. She will teach you all you need to know to learn to stitch your own creative works with beads  12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. American River Conservancy Nature Center, 348 Highway 49, Coloma American River Conservancy members $3 per person, non-members $5.00, and pre-registration is required. For more information contact: contact,  (530) 621-1224

Feb
10

 Historic El Dorado Celebrates Valentine's Day
Annual winter clearance, stroll the town and save 10% to 50% at the participating merchants  10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Historic El Dorado For more information contact: for information, call  (530) 622-2840

Feb
10 & 11

 Holly's Hill Vineyard is having a Valentine Weekend Food & Wine Pairing
Music will be by Elements of Style and an exquiste menu will be paired with wines from our vineyard.  11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Holly's Hill Vineyard, 3680 Leisure Lane online purchase price of $20 or telephone purchase of $25.00. Price includes logo glass. More information listed at their website www.hollshill.com For more information contact:   (530) 344-0227

Feb
10

 Free Pruning Clinics
In the morning, Roses, pruning, care, and selection. Learn how to care for your roses with this "hands on " clinic. In the afternoon, Japanese Maples: Pruning, shaping, care and selection. Our own "Maple Expert" Chris Aycick will demystify this amazingplant.  Japanese Maples at 10:00 a.m & Roses at 1:00 p.m. El Dorado Nursery & Garden, 3931 C Durock Road, Shingle Springs FREE www.eldoradonursery.com For more information contact:   (530) 676-6555

Feb
10

 Mystery Dinner "Next of Kin" benefit for the non-profit organization New Arenas
Wanted…Your attendance at a mystery dinner performance. Great country cookin, country music and dancing, and all proceeds go to benefit equine assisted growth and learning programs for at-risk youth in our community. Drink and raffle tickets sold atthe event  Equine Program Demo 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. at covered arena, dinner program 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Marshall Building, El Dorado County Fairgrounds, Placerville $50.00 per person - ticket price includes dinner, dessert, play and dancing For more information contact: Tickets on sale at Lazy Y, 3970 Durock Road Shingle Springs or call  (530) 295-0646

Feb
10

 Valentine Dance
Get on your dancing shoes and join in the fun at the Shakespeare Club. Dance to DJ Paul King. No host bar and light refreshments will be available  7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Shakespeare Club, 2940 Bedford Ave., Placerville $10.00 per person For more information contact: Annabelle King  (530) 647-9308

Feb
10

 A Chocolate Affair
This event is put on by Soroptimist International of Placerville and Cameron Park. An evening of Chocolate confections, featuring local wineries, breweries and restaurants, silent auction, and live auction. Event to benefit local women, children, and families.  6:30 p.m. El Dorado County Fairgrounds, 100 Placerville Drive, Placerville. $30 advance, $35 at door. For ticket outlet locations, or to download order form visit www.chocolate-affair.com or call For more information contact:   (530) 344-1476

Feb
11

 American River Conservancy offers Kid's Discovery Day - Amazing Amphibians
Our biologist Elena DeLacy will share facts & dispel some myths about our amphibian friends. What is an amphibian and where do they live. Find out about local amphibians and meet George, the Nature Center's resident California Tiger Salamander. Hearfrog and toad calls and learn how you can help conserve these fascinating creatures. Ages 4 - 10 years  1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. American River Conservancy Nature Center, 348 Highway 49, Coloma American River Conservancy members free, non-members $3.00 per child For more information contact: to register,  (530) 621-1224

Feb
12 - 15

 “Snow Sport's Week”
Barton Hospital & Sierra-At-Tahoe team up to raise money for various local organizations. Discount, advance tickets available with all proceeds going to South Lake Tahoe non-profit organizations.    Enjoy a Full Day of skiing or boarding at Sierra at Tahoe at the REDUCED RATE of $25/day. Tickets will not be on sale at Sierra for this price during those days. They must be purchased in advance. Tickets can be purchased at PLA on Main Street Placerville www.sierra-at-tahoe.com For more information contact: For more ticket purchase locations check website 

Feb
14

 Sequoia Restaurant presents a Valentine's Day Wedding Ball
Come get your marriage license and get married at Sequoia. Wedding Ball will include ceremony, photos, dinner, cake cutting, dancing and flowers.  Ceremonies begin at 2:00 p.m., dinner begins at 4:00 p.m. and DJ is at 5:00 p.m. Sequoia at the Bee Bennett House, 643 Bee Street, Placerville Cost is $395 per couple. Guests are at $75 www.sequoiaplacerville.com For more information contact: For more information call  (530) 622-5222

Feb
14

 Tibetan Monks
Chanting from the heart, an evening of mediation and prayers for kindness in the world  7:00 p.m. Cozmic Café, Main Street www.edpjc.org For more information contact: For more information on events, call Jim Martin  (530) 622-9540

Feb
17

 Third Saturday Artwalk
Art galleries and merchants stay open late to host changing art show. Wine, hors d’oeuvres, demonstrations, and entertainment. Sponsored by local galleries and merchants.  6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Historic Main Street, Placerville. Free to the public. www.placerville-downtown.org For more information contact: Placerville Downtown Association  (530) 642-0177

Feb
24

 Code of the West Gun Show
If you have guns youwant to buy/sell/trade or just want a free appraisal, bring them to this great gun show.   El Dorado County Gairdgrounds, 100 Placerville Drive, Placerville For more information contact: for more information, call  (530) 676-8762

Feb
24

 Jack Russell Brewing Company ~ Beer Tasting
We are tasting 9 different micro brews, with great food. There will be 9 different micro brews to taste: 3 light (lagers), 3 medium (ale) and 3 dark (stout) beers. Each will be a 3 oz pour, and you will have the ability to score the beers, find out howthese beers are made and get a little history behind the "British" style of making beer.  12:00 noon to 4:00 p.m. Courtyard Café, 312 Main Street, #104, Placerville, $17.00 per person For more information contact: Call to reserve a table for your group or just drop by during the partaking & enjoy a great beer tasting adventure.  (530) 642-1074

Feb
24

 14th Annual El Dorado Hills Rotary CRAB FEED
This event is a fundraiser for the El Dorado Hills Rotary Club. For more information and reservations please contact us. The public is encouraged to attend. And, after dinner, enjoy the dancing.  6:00 p.m. Cocktails, 7:00 p.m. Dinner, 8:00 p.m. to Midnight - Dancing. El Dorado Hills Community Services Gymnasium. $40.00 per person, table sponsorship available $600/$1200 For more information contact: Lew Meltz  (916) 933-2707

Feb
24

 Cool Contra Dance
The Cool Contra Dances will be held from January through May on the Fourth Saturday of each month. The Band that you can dance to is "Old Time Confusion".  Instruction is at 6:30, and Full dancing will be from 7:00 to 10 p.m. Pilot Hill Grange, in Cool. Approximately 1.6 miles east of Cool on Georgetown Road (also known as Hwy 193) $7.00 for Adults, $5.00 under 18 and $1.00 under 12. For more information contact: Alan  (530) 333-1109

Feb
25

 Community Dialogue Circle: Nonviolence and our Environment
Come join the dialogue  1:00 p.m. Cosmic Café, Main Street For more information contact:  

Feb.
27

 Mixer~ El Dorado County Chamber of Commerce
This is an El Dorado County Chamber of Commerce~ Networking Mixer for a local business and chamber member. Come out and meet local businesses. Bring business cards.  5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Robert Lenoil Insurance, 438 Main Street, Placerville www.eldoradocounty.org For more information contact: El Dorado County Chamber of Commerce  (530) 621-5885

Feb
TBA

 Stammtisch of El Dorado presents Lumpenball
More details to come…  6:00 p.m. to 12:00 p.m. Hangtown Grange For more information contact: Micki Roggatz  (530) 644-2567

Feb.
TBA

 A Celebration of Life
Annual Fund Raising Dinner & Auction Benefiting Mother Teresa Maternity Home. Dinner catered by Diane Wilkinson with both a live and silent auction with Supervisor Jack Sweeney serving as auctioneer.  6:00 p.m. Saint Patrick Parish Hall, 3109 Sacramento Street, Placerville. Ticket prices: $75 each or $600 for a table of 8. For more information contact: Jane Meuser  (530) 622-0848
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Disclaimer: The event date, time, cost and locations are subject to change.
Therefore prior to attending an event please contact the event contact person to confirm the information.