El Dorado County Visitors Authority
2007 Calendar of Events
c/o Chamber of Commerce ~ 542 Main Street ~ Placerville, CA 95667
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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.

Nov
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: For more information, call (530) 626-9766
Nov.
Apple Hill® season
Those who have left the highway and driven through the orchards, vineyards and forests above Placerville know what Apple Hill is all about... Take the drive... the kids will love it!    Located in Camino, CA, Apple Hill was once a fledgling association comprised of 16 original ranches. Today it boasts more than 50 ranches including Christmas tree growers, wineries, and vineyards.Free to the public. www.applehill.com  For more information: Apple Hill Growers Association (530) 644-7692
Nov.
Bingo
Every Friday are 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: El Dorado County Fairgrounds (530) 621-5860
Nov.
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, PlacervilleFree to the public, and $15 each table 10' x 10' space. Gates open at 6:30 for vendors www.eldoradocountyfair.org  For more information: El Dorado County Fairgrounds (530) 621-5860
Nov
TBA
El Dorado Roses White Elephant Sale
El Dorado Roses will have a white elephant sale of great gifts, during the monthly flea market in Nov  7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.  El Dorado County Fairgrounds  For more information:  (530) 647-8892
Nov
06
Parent Education Evening
Parents are welcome to attend our monthly parent education evening filled with information essential to raising healthy children, and improving your parenting skills. Presented by Gena Cahill, supported by EDPPP, a fully licensed preschool and member of  the National Association for the Education of Young Children and a non-profit parent co-op7:00 p.m. - 9:0p.m.  El Dorado Parent Participation Preschool, 2556 Ray Lawyer Drive, Placerville. Located on the fairgroundsFree  For more information: Gena Cahill (530) 295-3377
Nov.
17
Third Saturday Art walk
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: Placerville Downtown Association (530) 642-0177
Nov
20
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. "Monte Carlo Night:  5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.  M.O.R.E., 399 Placerville Drive, Placerville www.eldoradocounty.org  For more information: El Dorado County Chamber of Commerce (530) 621-5885
Nov.
23
Festival of Lights
The old-fashioned festivities will close Historic Main Street. There will be music, entertainment, Santa, stagecoach rides. Holly Jolly Trolley rides (to outlying parking lots).  5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Tree-lighting around 6:00 p.m.  Historic Main Street, PlacervilleFree to the public. www.placerville-downtown.org  For more information: Placerville Downtown Association (530) 672-3436
Nov.
23 & 24
Merchants Open House
Historic Main Street merchants welcome visitors with coffee, cider and seasonal goodies. Enjoy hometown holiday shopping and hospitality in one convenient setting.  Free parking, entertainment, stagecoach rides and visits with Santa.Extended Hours. Call each store for more details about their hours.  Historic Main Street, Placerville.Free parking. www.placerville-downtown.org  For more information: Placerville Downtown Association (530) 672-3436
Nov
TBA
Pray for Snow Party and Snow Calling Contest
The Hard Rock Café in South Lake Tahoe is host to this pre-season party for Sierra-at-Tahoe. Snow calling contest participants are encouraged to do whatever it takes to make the snow gods hear our cry for season-long dumpage  7:00 p.m. Til ?  The Hard Rock Café in South Lake Tahoe www.sierraattahoe.com  For more information:  
Nov
TBA
Family Fun Weekend at Mother Lode Orchards
Come join us for another week-end full of activities. Crafts for kids to do, face painting, gold panning, cider, hay rides. Music. Lots to do for the entire family.  10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.  Mother Lode Orchards, 4341 North Canyon Road, Camino www.motherlode.com  For more information: Bob & Betsy Rovello (530) 644-8200
Nov
TBA
Kids Discovery Day ~Harvest Craft
American River Conservancy's monthly Kids day will give your kids a chance to learn a little about history and make their own cornhusk dolls to display at the Thanksgiving table.  10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.  located in Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park$2  For more information: call to register (530) 621-1224
Nov
TBA
4th Annual "Evening in Art"
The El Dorado Arts Council continues fund raising efforts to "Keep the Arts Alive: in El Dorado County. An elegant evening that will showcase Visual, Performing and Literary works by some of the areas  most talented artists. Wines & delectables from some of the regions best restaurants & wineries, silent auction and live auction, live music by "Back to Back, and dancing6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.  Hosted at Mercedes Benz of El Dorado Hills$45.00 in advance, $50.00 at the door www.eldoradoarts.com  For more information: for information call 5302953496
Nov
TBA
Festival of the Americas Pow Wow
Drum Contest, Competition Dancing, Native Foods, Open Gourd Dancing, Arts & Crafts Vendors, All Drums and Dancers Welcome    El Dorado County FairgroundsFree Admission  For more information: For Pow Wow or Vendor Info: (530) 647-0423
Nov
TBA
Hidden Passage Books Taylor Graham, Poet Extraordinaire, "The Downstairs Dance Floor"
Hidden Passage Books is proud to present a local author publishing party.  7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.  Hidden Passage Books, 352 Main Street, Placerville  For more information: For more information (530) 622-4540
Nov
TBA
Women's Missions Fellowship hosts 8th Annual Craft Fair
Craft show features the works of the Women's Group plus twenty-seven other quality crafters. Lunches prepared each day, their famous chili and Chicken Salad Sandwiches will be prepared. Bake sale. Proceeds from the craft fair benefit the AB Women's  programs.   For more information:  
Nov
TBA
A Concert to Benefit Grace Place Homeless Shelter
Featuring Betsy Moore and Friends,  7:00 p.m.  Federated Church, 1031 Thompson Way, PlacervilleFree will offering  For more information: Betsy (530) 622-8328
Nov
TBA
Holiday Social & Shopping
The store will be turned into a holiday wonderland. All winter holiday items have been saved over the past year and will be put out for sale this evening. Come have a bite to eat and do a lot of holiday shopping.  4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.  Snowline Hospice Placerville Thrift Store, 455 Placerville Drive, Placerville  For more information: Snowline Hospice 5306211802
Nov
TBA
A CRAB FEED
Dinner, live music, raffle and more with the proceeds benefiting Cedar Springs Waldorf School & the Veteran's Memorial Building.  6:00 p.m. Social hour with a no-host bar, 7:00 p.m. Crab Dinner  Mother Lode Lion's Club, 4701 Missouri Flat Road at the corner of Pleasant Valley Road$30  For more information: For ticket information, Lisa Mastropieri (530) 642-9903
Nov
TBA
Festival of Trees
Elaborately decorated Christmas Trees, wreaths and centerpieces on display and auctioned off to benefit local service clubs. Local school and church choir, dance companies, theater groups performances. Wine tasting, food, more! Dinner auction on Friday,  Nov 10 from 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.Friday, 11/10 10:00 - 5:00; Sat - 10:00 to 5:00 p.m.  El Dorado County Fairgrounds, 100 Placerville Drive, Placerville  For more information:  (530) 621-5860
Nov
TBA
Free Community Thanksgiving Dinner
Saint Patrick's Parish Center will be hosting this free dinner. Interested in volunteering or donating items, or for more information contact Ellen.  From 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.  3109 Sacramento Street, PlacervilleFree  For more information: Ellen Yerdakimov (530) 622-6860
Nov
TBA
Community Thanksgiving Dinner
The community center will be serving a “free” Thanksgiving Dinner including turkey, ham, potatoes, vegetables and salad. Hope to see you there.  Noon to 4:00 p.m.  Pollock Pines ~ Camino Community Center, 2675 Sanders Drive, Pollock Pines.FREE.  For more information:  (530) 647-8005
Nov
TBA
Old Fashion Christmas Craft Faire
11th annual Christmas Craft Faire held at Church of the Foothills. Lots of nice Christmas gifts and goodies.  10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.  Church of the Foothills - 2830 Merrychase Drive, Cameron ParkCome out and do some Christmas shopping. www.cameronpark.org  For more information: Cameron Park Community Services District (530) 677-2231
Nov.
TBA
KOATS 4 KIDS
Active 20/30 International - Gold Rush #1034 has teamed up again this year with "KOATS 4 KIDS" of El Dorado County. "KOATS 4 KIDS" distributes coats & sweatshirts free of charge to all El Dorado County residents annually  8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.  Masonic Lodge, 2820 Cold Springs Road, Placerville Proof of residency in El Dorado Co. is required.  For more information: Robyn Kelly (530) 621-0950
Nov
TBA
13th Annual Golden Goose Bazaar
Holiday craft show. Remember your Christmas list and bring a friend. Come enjoy our festive atmosphere and handcrafted gifts.  Nov. 03 -5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.; Nov 04 - 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; Nov. 5 - 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.  Mother Lode Lions Hall, 4701 Missouri Flat Road, Diamond SpringsFree  For more information: Rosemary Simmons (530) 621-1621
Nov
TBA
27th Annual - APPLE HILL HARVEST RUN
The course winds through the scenic neighborhoods & fruit ranches of Apple Hill. 8.5 mile run/3.5 mile run/walk/.5 mile kids' Fun run. All proceeds of the race to benefit Camino School. Age divisions: 12 & under,13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-70+  7:00 - 8:30 Race Day registration. 1/2 mile kids run 8:30 a.m.; 7.73 mile run 9:00 a.m.; 3.5 mile run/walk 9:10 a.m.  Primus Winery, Apple HillRegistration forms available on line or at Apple Hill grower ranches or Camino School or by mail P.O. Box 494, Camino, Ca 95709 www.applehillrun.org  For more information: online registration (530) 644-4552
Nov
TBA
The Valhalla Holiday Faire
Approximately thirty of the finest crafters and the most exceptional holiday boutiques will be selling unique gifts, seasonal crafts and ornaments. Only the highest quality, hand-made items will be on display. If you are looking for something special  as a gift or for your home, this will be the place to find it. As a special treat, Father Christmas will be available for requests and posing for photos with the kids and will greet the public. And much more…Friday from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.  Valhalla Grand Hall, Tallac Historic Site, 3 miles north of South Lake Tahoe on Highway 89Free to the public. www.valhalla-tallac.com  For more information: Tahoe Tallac Association (530) 541-4975
Nov
TBA
Empty Bowls Supper
This is a community fund raiser with the proceeds benefit our local food closet and elsewhere. This evening will include a Hearty home-cooked meal features: Soup, bread, and beverage. A handmade ceramic bowl, made & donated by local potters, is yours to  keep. Proceeds to be divided this year locally the Upper Room and internationally the Mercy Corps5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.  Shakespeare Club, 2940 Bedford Avenue, PlacervilleSuggested Donation: $15 - 50 per person (keep the bowl as a reminder that hunger exists in our community and around the world) Children under 10 are Free (Those admitted free will receive a meal, but no keepsake bowl)  For more information: Diana (530) 642-1120
Nov
TBA
Crafty Creations 27th Annual Holiday Boutique
Unique Handcrafted gifts for the holidays made by local crafters. Ornaments, Holiday Decorations, Soft sculpture, candles, soaps, florals, primitives, garden décor, dolls, pillows, home accents and much more….Come start your Christmas shopping with us.  A fun and relaxing shopping experienceFriday, 10th - 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.; Saturday, 11th - 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.  El Dorado Hills Community Center, 1021 Harvard Way, El Dorado Hills  For more information: Carolyn O'Connor (530) 333-4064
Nov
TBA
13th Annual Taste of Late Harvest
This is a special day .because we have samples for you to taste, mulled wine and music to listen to while you are tasting.  12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.  Mother Lode Orchards, 4341 North Canyon Road, Camino www.motherlodeorchards.com  For more information: Mother Lode Orchards, 4341 North Canyon Road, Camino (530) 644-8200
Nov
TBA
Chili & Chocolate Holiday Celebration at Sierra Vista Winery
Come join us and taste …more detailed information to follow    for more details, visit their website or call them$10 per person includes logo wine glass, and chili and chocolate samples www.sierravistawinery.com  For more information:  (800) 946-3916
Nov
TBA
16th Annual Run/Walk Turkey Trot
Turkey Trot will be held at Cameron Park Lake. Youth Division - grades first to sixth; Junior Division - grades seven to twelve; Adult Division for ages 18 and up. Prizes awarded to the winners of each age divisions  Youth Division at 9:00 a.m. and Junior and Adult Division at 9:30 a.m.  Cameron Park Lake, 2928 Cambridge RoadPrices are from $5-9 for pre-registration, $14-17 w/t-shirt, deadline for T-shirt 11/12) & $9-13 on race day  For more information: Cameron Park Community Services District (530) 677-2231
Nov.
TBA
Community Gift Tree
The community gift trees benefits needy children in El Dorado County. This year there will be a tree at each of the following libraries El Dorado Hills, Cameron Park and Placerville. The trees will be put up the week before Thanksgiving.    New wrapped gifts are due back 12/04/06 and 12/05/06 www.casaeldorado.org  For more information: Diane John (530) 626-8514
Nov
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: Sequoia (530) 622-5222
Nov.
TBA
Friends of Special Olympics
Craft show with over 30 vendors. All raffle tickets and food sales go to the El Dorado Special Olympics.  Friday from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.  Town Hall, 549 Main Street in Downtown Placerville.Open to the public and free of charge.  For more information: Marget 5306226662
Nov
TBA
El Dorado County Chapter of People to People International presents A Book Signing & Art Show
You are cordially invited to meet Joan Barsotti, author; John Hanses, phographer; Pat Muhlbradt, Peggy Swart, Pam Hagen, Brenda Wiliams, artists. All funds raised go to Sister City Youth Summit 2007. All items may be purchased.  Raffle, need not be present to win; light refreshments will be served. This event is co-sponsored by Pollock Pines/Camino Rotary3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.  El Dorado Bonsai, 3201 Newtown Road, PlacervilleFree Admission  For more information: RSVP appreciated, contact Myrna at (530) 644-6907
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.