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2008 El Dorado County Events
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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.
Jun
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 "Wild Wednesdays" at Wednesday night farmers' market
City and County Employees, show your badge for a 15% discount. 5:00 til Dusk Farmer's Market at Bell Tower For more information contact:
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Jun
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The Cameron Park Rotary Club Community Observatory
Folsom Lake College, El Dorado Center, invites the public to let trained observatory docents show the many celestial wonders of the universe through two 14 inch telescopes.. The observatory is open to the public on weekend evenings (weather permitting) Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings -8:30 - 10:30 p.m (May thru October) Folsom Lake College, El Dorado Center, Campus Dr, continue through the back parking lot to the left of the observatory gate. Free communityobservatory.com For more information contact:
For more information, and nightly 5:00 p.m. closure updates go to (530) 642-5621 |
Jun.
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 Placerville Certified Farmers Market
The PCFM is open the Saturday before Mother’s Day and continues each Saturday through mid-October. Top quality fresh fruits and vegetables, fresh baked breads, nursery items, honey, eggs, fabulous flowers, kitchen and garden treasures and so much more. 8:00 a.m. to Noon Located at the east end of the City of Placerville Historic District on the Ivy House parking lot. Free to the public. www.edc-cfma.org For more information contact:
Placerville Certified Farmers Market (PCFM) (530) 622-1900 |
Jun.
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El Dorado Hills Certified Farmers (EDHCFM)
The EDHCFM is open the first Thursday in June and continues each Thursday through late September. A large variety of summer fresh fruits and vegetables along with fresh baked breads, nursery items, honey, eggs, fabulous flowers, kitchen and so much more. 8:00 a.m. to Noon Located between the Community swimming pool and ball fields on the Community Service District parking lot. Free to the public. www.edc-cfma.org For more information contact:
El Dorado Hills Certified Farmers (EDHCFM) (530) 622-1900 |
Jun
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South Lake Tahoe Certified Farmers (SLTCFM)
The SLTCFM is open the first Tuesday in June and continues each Tuesday through early October. An abundant variety of fresh fruits and vegetables along with fresh baked breads, nursery items, honey, eggs, fabulous flowers, kitchen and so much more. 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Located on the parking lot of the American Legion Hall. Free to the public. www.edc-cfma.org For more information contact:
South Lake Tahoe Certified Farmers (SLTCFM) (530) 622-1900 |
Jun
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 Bingo
Every Monday & Friday is Regular Bingo Games. Food & beverages available for purchase. 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 |
Jun
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 Placerville Speedway
There are races every Saturday of each month. So bring out the family and friends to the speedway to have a nice evening of fun. Call for more details about the races each month. Pits Open: 3:00 p.m.,
Gates Open: 5:00 p.m., and Qualifying: 6:30 p.m. Placerville Speedway at 100 Placerville Drive. Ticket prices are Adults $16.00, Juniors $11.00 and Children $4.00. www.placervillespeedway.com For more information contact:
Placerville Speedway (530) 626-3680 |
Jun
01, 07 &08 |
Valhalla Renaissance Faire
The Faire will take visitors to a county fair in late-1500's England, bringing back life in renaissance times. Living history exhibits, entertainment, children's shows, period food, beer and wine. Renowned Celtic music band, Black Irish band will perform. Over 1,000 actors and close to 50 vendors from all over the country will be here at South Lake Tahoe. Part of the proceeds will go to Tallac Association and MS Moms 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Saturdays; 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Sunday Camp Richardson, South Lake Tahoe $18 for adults, $13 for seniors, military and ages 13-17 and $8 for children 3 - 12 www.valhallafaire.com For more information contact:
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Jun.
02 |
 Flea Market -cancelled for this month
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 |
Jun
04 |
The Sequoia Comedy Night
The Sequoia presents a comedy showcase evening 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 |
Jun
05 |
25th Anniversary Bob West Drive for Marshall Golf Tournament
Spend a great day on the golf course and raise funds for programs that care for people. Cold Springs Golf and Country Club, 6500 Clubhouse Drive, Placerville Register at www.marshallfound.org www.marshallfound.org For more information contact:
(530) 642-9984 |
Jun
06 |
El Dorado Hills 2008 Summer Concert Series - Hot for Teacher - Van Halen Tribute Band
Great times, great tunes and high energy is the theme for this summer series. Tantalize your senses with songs from the 80's. Bring the kids, pack a picnic, potluck or stop for pizza and come on out for our summer concerts. Sponsored by Comcast, Wells Fargo, Sierra Fine Living Magazine and Marble Valley Center for the Arts 7:00 - 9:30 pm. El Dorado Hills Community Park Free For more information contact:
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Jun
07 |
Placerville Founder’s Day & Annual Wagon Train
Help celebrate the city of Placerville’s Founder’s Day from over 150 years ago, just a few miles from where gold was first discovered in Coloma, California. Historic Main Street in Placerville closes to host living history exhibits, fire engine displays, hands-on demonstrations, gold-panning period games, contests and music, stagecoach rides, a working saloon, a decorated wheelbarrows display, antique farm equipment, cowboy poetry and more. Street Faire from 2pm to 6pm. then, a Street Dance will close out the day from 7pm to 10pm Historic Main Street, Placerville. Free to the public. www.placerville-downtown.org For more information contact:
Placerville Downtown Association (530) 672-3436 |
Jun
07 & 08 |
25th Annual Fair Play Wine Festival
This festival features 20 wineries all located within a 5 mile radius in southern El Dorado County. The festival will feature special events, gourmet faire, barrel tasting, live music, demonstrations and wine tasting. 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. both days Fair Play wineries $35/person and may be purchased at Fair Play wineries in advance or at the door during the event or online at www.fairplaywine.com For more information contact:
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Jun
07 |
 Coloma Blues Live!
All-Day Blues Festival featuring different musicians: The Fabulous Thunderbirds, Coco Montoya, Sista Monica Parker, Albert Cummings & Mick Martin & The Blues Rockers. Great food, beer, wine and cold drinks will be available 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; gate opens at 10:00 a.m. Henningsen-Lotus Park, 950 Lotus Road, Lotus, Ca $30 in advance, $35 at the gate, $10 kids 7 to 12, kids 6 & under free www.colomablueslive.com For more information contact:
order on line or call the El Dorado Arts Council at (530) 295-3496 |
Jun
07 |
 Movie Nights at Serrano
Free outdoor movies shown on giant inflatable movie screen, set up on the Village Green. Concessions, raffles, & free giveaways each night! Bring blankets, picnics & lawn chairs (not to exceed 18 inches in height) Movie meal deals available for purchase. $5 includes a slice of pizza, drink & dessert or candy bar. Great fun! Bring the whole family 7:00 p.m. 4525 Serrano Parkway, El Dorado Hills, CA 95672, corner of Silva Valley and Serrano Parkway in El Dorado Hills Free www.sierraoutdoorcinema.com For more information contact:
Jenny Diel (916) 933-8946 |
Jun
09 |
TrailFest '07 Bridging Trails 4 Communities
Join the Coloma-Lotus community at Earth Trek's camp on the shore of the American River for great food, local wines and beers and a silent and live auction. Blue Turtle Seduction is the events featured band. New this year there will be a tethered hot air balloon ride, provided by Sky Drifters over the South Fork of the American River. Sponsored by Coloma-Lotus Community-American River Conservancy 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Earthtrek's campground by the American River in Coloma/Lotus area $40.00 For more information contact:
Call the Conservancy at (530) 621-1224 |
Jun
11 |
Main Street Farmer's Market - Brand New
On Wednesday nights, located in downtown Placerville around the Bell Tower. Featuring local fruits & producet, garden-fresh vegetables, local wines, restaurant specials, many downtown shops will be open longer hours. This farmer's market will run til October 1st 5:00 pm - Dusk Bell Tower and Main Street, Placerville For more information contact:
(415) 250-5337 |
Jun
12 - 15 |
2008 El Dorado County Fair - Paws in Placerville
More details to come Thursday - Noon to Midnight; Friday & Saturday - 10:00 a.m. to Midnight; Sunday - 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Buildings & Exhibits close @ 10:00 p.m. El Dorado County Fairgrounds, 100 Placerville Drive, Placerville. General (13 years & over) -$7. Youth (7 - 12 years) -$4; Children (6 & Under) - Free everyday; Senior - (60 & over) - $5; Parking - $4 or free shuttle service www.eldoradocountyfair.org For more information contact:
El Dorado County Fairgrounds (530) 621-5860 |
Jun
14 & 15 |
Fathers Day Weekend Cherry Festival at Boa Vista Orchard
U-Pick Bing & Rainier Cherries, fresh Cherry & Blackberry Pies & Turnovers. BBQ Tri-tip sandwiches, fresh summer fruits & vegetables, apple wine tasting. 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Boa Vista Orchards, 2952 Carson Road, Camino no cost for admission but cost for goods For more information contact:
(530) 622-5522 |
Jun
14 |
 Wine at Town Center
This event is sponsored by the Cameron Park & El Dorado Hills Rotary Clubs. Now in its 13th year, the festival includes tasting premier wineries, samplings area restaurants, an art auction, and live music. (formerly held at Serrano, this year at this new location) 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Town Center, El Dorado Hills Tickets are $45 and can be purchased directly from the internet site www.wineattowncenter.org For more information contact:
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Jun
14 |
 Twilight Dance
The Community Center will host it's first dance. Big Band music will be the theme and musical requests are welcome. A "no-host" bar with wine and beer is also available. Featuring the Big Bands of the Swing Era. Music provided by King Music Services Dance is from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Pollock Pines-Camino Community Center Pony Express Center, 2675 Sanders Drive $5 and includes light refreshments For more information contact:
For more information (530) 647-9308 |
Jun
15 |
Father's Day Picnic & "Craps" Event
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Primus Vineyards, 2875 Larsen Drive, Camino RSVP now For more information contact:
call (530) 647-9463 |
Jun
18 |
Main Street Farmer's Market - Brand New
On Wednesday nights, located in downtown Placerville around the Bell Tower. Featuring local fruits & producet, garden-fresh vegetables, local wines, restaurant specials, many downtown shops will be open longer hours. This farmer's market will run til October 1st 5:00 pm - Dusk Bell Tower and Main Street, Placerville For more information contact:
(415) 250-5337 |
Jun.
16 |
El Dorado Hills Chamber of Commerce 21th Annual Golf Tournament
The Chamber is thrilled to partner with Serrano again this year to promote their Championship Golf Course and our wonderful community. The tournament, a scramble, is now open for registration. There will be prizes for 1st, 2nd, 3rd place foursomes, longest drive and closest to the hole competition and a cheater hole and a chance to win a new car in the "hole in one" contest. Each golfer receives a sleeve of balls and a tournament golf shirt. Tee time is 12:00 p.m. Serrano Country Club Call for registration fees. The tournament package includes green fee, cart, box lunch and dinner For more information contact:
Chamber Office (916) 933-1335 |
Jun
18 |
The Pony Express Trail
This is when the Pony Express Rider comes to town once again to show us what it is like to ride in 1860-1861. It will be a great experience so come and watch! El Dorado 4:00 pm and Placerville 4:46 pm arrive in the town of El Dorado first in fron of the Book & Bear Store & then on to Placerville, and an exchange made in front of 542 Main Street www.xphomestation.com For more information contact:
Rich Tapman (916) 362-1902 |
Jun
20 |
El Dorado Hills 2008 Summer Concert Series - Diamond Eyes - Neil Diamond Tribute
Great times, great tunes and high energy is the theme for this summer series. Tantalize your senses with songs from the 80's. Bring the kids, pack a picnic, potluck or stop for pizza and come on out for our summer concerts. Sponsored by Comcast, Wells Fargo, Sierra Fine Living Magazine and Marble Valley Center for the Arts 7:00 - 9:30 pm. El Dorado Hills Community Park Free For more information contact:
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Jun
21 |
 Third Saturday
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) 672-3436 |
Jun
21 |
Filmfare - 2008 Outdoor Projector Movies #1
Movie: Who is Killing the Great Chefs of Europe? Starring George Segal, Jacqueline Bisset plus a cartoon In case of rain, screening will be inside. 8:45 p.m. County Main Library, 345 Fair Lane Placerville Donation $4.00; movie card 4 shows/$12; popcorn .75 For more information contact:
For movie parties or more information (530) 621-3012 |
Jun
21 |
Movie Nights at Serrano
Free outdoor movies shown on giant inflatable movie screen, set up on the Village Green. Concessions, raffles, & free giveaways each night! Bring blankets, picnics & lawn chairs (not to exceed 18 inches in height) Movie meal deals available for purchase. $5 includes a slice of pizza, drink & dessert or candy bar. Great fun! Bring the whole family 7:00 p.m. 4525 Serrano Parkway, El Dorado Hills, CA 95672, corner of Silva Valley and Serrano Parkway in El Dorado Hills Free www.sierraoutdoorcinema.com For more information contact:
Jenny Diel (916) 933-8946 |
Jun
21 - 22 |
Blues Brothers at Primus Vineyard
At the Primus Amphitheater 3:00 pm Primus Vineyards, 2875 Larsen Drive, Camino RSVP now For more information contact:
call (530) 647-9463 |
Jun
21 & 28 |
South River’s 5th Annual Lavender Festival
Please join us for our open house. Experience the many uses of lavender. Cut fresh bouquets from the field, select products for the home, body & garden. Attend growing and crafting classes. Advance reservations suggested for the crafting classes Both Saturdays 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. South River Lavender, 6021 Dean Road, Mt Aukum Free www.southriverlavender.com For more information contact:
Ken & Cindy Dean (530) 620-1178 |
Jun
22 |
Summer Lawn Care Clinic
The dog days of summer wreak havoc on lawns in our region. Learn how to keep your lawn healthy, happy and green over the summer with low water & little fertilizers. This class is taught by "turf pro" Chris Aycock. 10:00 a.m. El Dorado Nursery & Garden, 3931C Durock Road, Shingle Springs, CA Please RSVP and bring samples of your lawn For more information contact:
Juliet Voigtlander (530) 676-6555 |
Jun.
24 |
 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. 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Madrona Vineyards, 2560 High Hill Road www.eldoradocounty.org For more information contact:
El Dorado County Chamber of Commerce (530) 621-5885 |
Jun
21 |
Hartwick House "Thyme in Garden Show"
Seed, bulb & plant exchange. Bring your gardening questions for our Master Gardener 10:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Hartwick House, 6237 Pleasant Valley Road, El Dorado For more information contact:
for information call, (530) 622-2840 |
Jun
25 |
Main Street Farmer's Market - Brand New
On Wednesday nights, located in downtown Placerville around the Bell Tower. Featuring local fruits & producet, garden-fresh vegetables, local wines, restaurant specials, many downtown shops will be open longer hours. This farmer's market will run til October 1st 5:00 pm - Dusk Bell Tower and Main Street, Placerville For more information contact:
(415) 250-5337 |
Jun
27 |
Summer Concert Series ~ Inner Soul
This summer concert series is presented by Sequoia and Finlandia Doors open at 7:00 pm, starts at 8:00 pm Sequoia Restaurant, 643 Bee Street, Placerville $15 in advance, $20 at the door, and $10 with dinner For more information contact:
For tickets and information, call (530) 622-5222 |
Jun
28 & 29 |
 Blueberry Festival
This is annual event where there is free tasting, BBQ, Craft Fair, Bluegrass Band, Wine and much more fun. This orchard has U-pick Blueberries, Picnic area, Cider Mill, Blueberry Plants available, and much more to offer the public. Please come out and join this event it will be a lot of fun. Call for details. Bolster's Hilltop Ranch, 2000 Larsen Drive, Camino, CA. www.bolsters.net For more information contact:
Bolster's Hilltop Ranch (530) 644-2230 |
Jun.
28 |
 9th Annual Summer Spectacular & Fireworks Show
Crafts, carnival games, contests, local entertainment, raffles, food and refreshments, and a spectacular fireworks display over Cameron Park Lake. This is a ticket event with a portion of the gate admission being donated to the Food Bank of El Dorado County. Gates open at 3:00 p.m., 6:00 p.m. live music, 9:30 fireworks show Cameron Park Lake off Hwy 50 and Cambridge Road $3 per person www.cameronpark.org For more information contact:
CPCSD (530) 677-2231 |
Jun.
28 |
Ridin for Hospice Poker Run
5th Annual Poker Run through the Historic Gold Country and Crystal Basin Area to benefit Snowline Hospice. T-Shirt, ride pin, BBQ, live music and raffle. BBQ MC KCRA Channel 3's Walt Gray. Proceeds benefit compassionate end of life care. 8:00 a.m.to 9:00 a.m. Registration at 455 Placerville Drive Snowline Hospice Placerville Thrift, 455 Placerville Drive, Placerville, Ca $25.00 pre-registration by June 1st, $30 day of event For more information contact:
Susannah Maddox (530) 621-7820 |
Jun
28 |
 Placerville Bell Tower Brewfest
This popular Placerville event will be hosted again by downtown merchants and will include a street closure for added enjoyment and safety for all patrons. Entertainment will be provided by a variety of live bands. Watching the bands and enjoying the atmosphere on a warm summer night on Main Street will be free, but if you are interested in sampling over 30 different micro-brews, tickets will need to be purchased for patrons over 21 years of age. 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Historic Main Street, Placerville. Tickets are limited and expected to sellout before that evening. Tickets will go on sale in late May for $30 at River City Bank, Tony Mathews, & The Winesmith. Or, tickets can be purchased in May online with a credit card at www.placerville-downtown.org. www.placerville-downtown.org For more information contact:
Placerville Downtown Association (530) 672-3436 |
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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.
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