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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.
 El
Dorado Winery Association's 17th Annual Passport Weekends
2008: March 29-30 and April 5-6. Click
here to get an application to purchase your passport
to this great event. Applications
can be received anytime after January 22, 2008. Cost: $65 per passport. www.eldoradowines.org |
Mar
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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 |
Mar
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 Bingo
Every Monday and Friday is Regular Bingo Games. Food and 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 |
Mar
01,02; 06,07, 08; 14, 15,16; 21,22; 28,29 30 |
Imagination Theater presents "Little Women"
Evening performance times vary, call theater for specific time Imagination Theater, El Dorado Fairgrounds, 100 Placerville Dr, Placerville $16 for adult, 13 for Senior, $9 for children For more information contact: Box Office (hours are 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Tuesday - Friday) (530) 642-0404 |
Mar
01 |
 American River Conservancy offers Snowshoeing in the Sierra
This is the an 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. TBA at the time of sign up $10 for members/$20 for non-members www.arconservancy.org For more information contact: for reservations, call (530) 621-1224 |
Mar
01 |
Sierra Wildlife Rescue Classes
Classes on rehabbing wildllife: Doves, waterfowl and gamebirds 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. 6236C Pleasant Valley Road, El Dorado (El Dorado Shopping Center, Pleasant Valley Rd & Highway 49) $5.00 to Non-Members of SWR For more information contact: Nancy Powers (530) 647-1089 |
Mar
01 |
 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 |
Mar
05 |
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 |
Mar
08 |
PHS Bruin Breakfast at Applebees
This event will help raise funds to offset the ticket costs for Sober Grad Night which is to be held in May 8:00 - 10:00 a.m. Applebee's, 3281 Coach Lane, Cameron Park $8 adults, $5 child under 12, Advance tickets only on sale now For more information contact: (530) 677-2281 |
Mar
09 |
Class: Chinese Pistache Forest Planting
These are very colorful trees in the fall with palm-like leaves. Their show of color range from purple, gold, pink, red and everything in between. These are hardy trees, fast growing and easy to care for. 9:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Lotus Bonsai Nursery & Gardens, 1435 Lower Lake Drive, Placerville $145 For more information contact: Scott Chadd (530) 622-9681 |
Mar
13, 14,15 & 16 |
Hartwick House Annual Quilt Show & Sale
Past to Present: Quilts, Vintage Linens, fabrics, sewing notions pattern books, buttons & remnants, daily demonstrations, display of local quilts & wall hangings, refreshments served 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Hartwick House, 6237 Pleasant Valley Road, El Dorado Free For more information contact: for information, call (530) 622-2840 |
Mar.
14 & 15 |
Expo 2008~ Community Business and Job Fair
Come to this two-day event to meet your local businesses, find out what’s new in your community, find employment opportunities, and more information about business. Contact the Chamber for more details about the event and how to participate. 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. El Dorado County Fairgrounds, 100 Placerville Drive, Placerville. Free Admission, Prizes and giveaways during the event. www.eldoradocounty.org For more information contact: El Dorado County Chambers of Commerce (530) 621-5885 |
Mar
14 |
Expo 2008~ Business Awards Luncheon
Business Awards and State of the County address 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Sequoia Restaurant, 643 Bee Street, Placerville. Tickets are $30 per person for members and $40 for non members. Reservations Needed www.eldoradocounty.org For more information contact: El Dorado County Chambers of Commerce (530) 621-5885 |
Mar
15 |
 Georgetown's: 14th Annual Easter Egg Hunt
Egg hunts for ages 4 and under, 5-7, and 8-10, music and a few interactive booths Starts at 10:00 a.m. Garden Valley Park, Marshall Grade & Garden Valley Road. Free to the public for the hunt, small cost for other activities. For more information contact: Betsy (530) 333-4000 |
Mar
15 |
 Placerville Speedway
This is Opening Night for this season. 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: 3:30 p.m.,
Gates Open: 5:00 p.m., and Qualifying: 6:30 p.m. Placerville Speedway at 100 Placerville Drive. Ticket prices are Adults $15.00, Juniors $10.00 and Children $5.00. www.placervillespeedway.com For more information contact: Placerville Speedway (530) 626-3680 |
Mar
15 |
Sierra Wildlife Rescue Classes
Classes on rehabbing wildllife: Foxes, Coyotes & Bobcats 10:00 a.m - Noon 6236C Pleasant Valley Road, El Dorado (El Dorado Shopping Center, Pleasant Valley Rd & Highway 49) $5.00 to Non-Members of SWR For more information contact: Nancy Powers (530) 647-1089 |
Mar
15 and 16 |
El Dorado Nursery & Garden presents a Veggie & Herb Clinic
Learn how to select, care and plant your own veggie and herb gardens. The clinic will cover soil preparation, container gardening, organic fertilizers and eco-friendly pest controls & watering methods. In case of rain, alternative dates will beApril 12 & 13 11:00 a.m. El Dorado Nursery & Garden, 3931 C Durock Road, Shingle Springs . Please RSVP to the nursery. For more information contact: Juliet Voigtlander (530) 676-6555 |
Mar
15 & 16 |
Work on Students' Bonsai
Students will bring one or more of their own trees, wire & tools. This time will be spent discussing the students' trees, making decisions about the future of each tree and taking decisive action to advance the design 9:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Lotus Bonsai Nursery & Gardens, 1435 Lower Lake Drive, Placerville $40 per day www.lotusbonsai.com For more information contact: Scott Chadd (530) 622-9681 |
Mar
15 |
 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) 642-0177 |
Mar
16 |
Fashion Show for Charity
This event is sponsored by the Active 20-30 Club. Fashion show featuring local stores and models. Portions of the proceeds benefit children in need in our community 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Cold Springs Country Club, 6500 Clubhouse Drive, Placerville $30 in advance, $35 at the door For more information contact: Tickets, modeling inquiries or booth space availability call Jenna (530) 363-5262 |
Mar
22 |
Rose Release & Jazz Music
Rose release! Just in time for your Easter feast! Visit the tasting room in the afternoon and enjoy a jazz band on the patio 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm David Girard Vineyards, 741 Cold Springs Rd, Placerville Free www.davidgirardvinewyards.com For more information contact: Judy Collingsworth (530) 295-1833 |
Mar
22 |
 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 |
Mar
22 |
Pioneer Volunteer Firefighter Association & Auxiliary Easter Egg Hunt
Bring your basket! Come out and have a wonder time with you children hunting for egging in your community. The hunt will start at Noon. Pioneer Park on Fair Play Road Free to the public for the hunt. For more information contact: Pioneer Volunteer Firefighter Association (530) 620-4444 |
Mar
22 |
Placerville Kiwanis: Annual Easter Egg Hunt
There will be the Easter Bunny, egg hunting, free hot dogs for the kids, games and prizes for all ages. The games are egg relay races, egg toss contest, rabbit ring toss, face painting, bean bag bunny bashing, and fishing. Ages 3 to 6 will start hunting at 10:00 a.m. and children 7to 10 will begin at 11:00 a.m. Lions Park on Cedar Ravine in Placerville. Free to the public for the hunt. For more information contact: Lynn Thompson (530) 295-1316 |
Mar
22 |
Cameron Park: 34th Annual Easter Egg Hunt
Don't miss out on this great event!! There will be the Easter bunnies, hunts, face painting, bouncer, pictures with the Easter Bunny and more! Ages are 0-3, 4-5, 6-7, and 8-10 please come out and have a good time with your family. Easter Bunnies arives10:00 a.m. (Rain or Shine), Hunts start at 10:00 a.m. and will be available for pictures at 11:00 a.m. Held at Rasmussen Park take Cameron Park Drive to Mira Loma, located at end of Mira Loma, approximately 1 mile. Free to the public for the hunt, small cost for other activities. www.cameronpark.org For more information contact: Cameron Park Community Services District (530) 677-2231 |
Mar
22 |
Spring Egg Hunt
Join us for our Annual Egg Hunt and Pancake Breakfast co-sponsored by the Lions Club and the CSD. Pancake Breakfast from 8-11, Music Mike performs 9:30-10:30, Egg Hunts 10:30 El Dorado Hills Community Park, 1021 Harvard Way, El Dorado Hills. Free For more information contact: El Dorado Hills CSD Recreation Dept. (916) 614-3216 |
Mar
22 |
Easter Egg Hunt & "Free" Easter Dinner
The egg hunt & other activities for the children will be at the Pinewood School, 6181 Pine Stree. Hope to see you there! Community Dinner will be at the Community Center, 2675 Sanders Drive from4:00 p.m. to 76:00 p.m. Easter Egg Hunt from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 Free For more information contact: Pollock Pines ~ Camino
Community Center (530) 647-8005 |
Mar
23 |
The Motherlode Lions 11th Annual Easter Egg Hunt
Bring your basket! Come out and have a wonder time with you children hunting for egging in your community. The hunt will start at 1:00 p.m. so don't be late Indian Creek School, 6701 Green Valley Road, take Missouri Flat Road north to the school. Free to the public for the hunt. For more information contact: Mary Ellen (530) 622-9235 |
Mar
25 |
 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. Gold Key Storage, 4980 Golden Foothill Park Way, El Dorado Hills www.eldoradocounty.org For more information contact: El Dorado County Chamber of Commerce (530) 621-5885 |
Mar
29 & 30 |
 El Dorado Winery Association's 17th Annual Passport Weekends 2008
The two weekends are March 29 - 30 and April 05 - 06 Twenty wineries located in El Dorado County. Must have already pre-purchased your tickets….visit the website listed for more information www.eldoradowines.org For more information contact: El Dorado Winery Association (800) 306-3956 |
Mar
15 |
Sierra Wildlife Rescue Classes
Classes on rehabbing wildllife: Raccoons 10:00 a.m - Noon 6236C Pleasant Valley Road, El Dorado (El Dorado Shopping Center, Pleasant Valley Rd & Highway 49) $5.00 to Non-Members of SWR For more information contact: Nancy Powers (530) 647-1089 |
Mar
30 |
5th Annual Soup and Salad
Benefit H.E.L.P. (Housing Emergency Lodging Program). Hosted by Union Mine School Diamondback Leo's, sponsored by Mother Lode Lions; Dancing and Raffles. Entertainment by Buckboard Bunch Country/Western Band 11:00 noon to 3:00 p.m. Mother Lode Lions Hall- Diamond Springs, Missouri Flat and Pleasant Valley Road Donation $7.00 at door For more information contact: Mary Ellen Ware (530) 622-9235 |
Mar.
TBA |
 12th Annual CASA Box Lunch
Lunch will help an abused or neglected child in El Dorado County. So enjoy lunch and support C.A.S.A. El Dorado. Your lunch will include Sandwich choice, chips, juice, and a dessert. Call to sign up for this Box Lunch.Order forms due March 5th. Delivered by Noon Lunch Delivered to your office. $10.00 each lunch www.casaeldorado.org For more information contact: C.A.S.A. El Dorado (530) 622-9882 |
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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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