Sep
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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 |
Sep
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Labor Day Weekend ... Apple Hill® season begins!
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! This year there is a free Apple Hill Shuttle from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. every weekend from Oct 2nd through Oct. 31st. The shuttle will be picking up visitors every 15-30 minutes all day long. The pick up site is Schnell School in Placerville. 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 |
Sep
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Jazz or Blues in the Plaza (every other Saturday)
Come tap your toes to some great jazz or blues music featured every other Saturdays in July through October, Tentative dates are: July 1st, 15th and 29th; August 12th and 26th; September 9th and 23; October 7th and 21st. 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Within the Fountain Plaza behind the Historic Cary House on Historic Main Street, Placerville. Free to the public. www.placerville-downtown.org For more information: Fountain Plaza Salon (530) 622-4900 |
Sep
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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 in the Ivy House parking lot. Free to the public. www.edc-cfma.org For more information: Placerville Certified Farmers Market (PCFM) (530) 622-1900 |
Sep
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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: El Dorado Hills Certified Farmers (EDHCFM) (530) 622-1900 |
Sep.
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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: South Lake Tahoe Certified Farmers (SLTCFM) (530) 622-1900 |
Sep
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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 Games $1.00 each www.eldoradocountyfair.org For more information: El Dorado County Fairgrounds (530) 621-5860 |
Sep
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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: Placerville Speedway (530) 626-3680 |
Sep.
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: El Dorado County Fairgrounds (530) 621-5860 |
Sep
04 |
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-op 7:00 p.m. - 9:0p.m. El Dorado Parent Participation Preschool, 2556 Ray Lawyer Drive, Placerville. Located on the fairgrounds Free For more information: Gena Cahill (530) 295-3377 |
Sep
05 |
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 |
Sep
08 |
Primus Hawaiian Luau
Live Musie and Luau Dancers! Primus Vineyards, 2875 Larsen Drive, Camino RSVP now For more information: call (530) 647-9463 |
Sep.
08 |
Book n' Bake n' Basket Sale
The Dogwood Garden Club of Pollock Pines is having our annual Book n' Bake Sale to raise funds for the Pollock Pines Library and other local community organizations. Come join us, sit outside under the shade of the pines & cedars and peruse your favorite books while sipping lemonade and munching on a cookie. Visit our crafts tables and our history table and maybe win a great gift at the raffle. Bring the whole family and help us make this the best event ever. 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.; Raffle at 3:00 p.m. Judy Morgan Park between Long's parking lot and Pony Express Trail in Pollock Pines. Raffle tickets are $1.00 each or six for $5.00 and may be purchased all day. There will be hundreds of used books on everything in paperbacks for 25 cents, and hardbacks for 50 cents. Free items for the kids and books for as little as 10 cents. For more information: Lois Leibnitz, Book & Bake Sale Chair, Dogwood Garden Club. (530) 644-1803 |
Sep
08 |
Explore El Dorado - 2nd Annual Harvest Weekend
Save these dates - Go behind the scenes and enjoy unique events that are being created exclusively for you. Candlelight Wine tasting, garden to table cooking class, Apple Butter Blues, Harvest Adventure, Micro Brews and many other very special experiences. www.explore-eldorado.com For more information: For more information log on to www.explore-eldorado.com (800) 457-6279 |
Sep.
09 |
29th Annual Butterfly Concert Celebration
Led by Henrik Jul Hansen conducting the Sierra Symphony, “Wings Across the USA, Songs of America,” takes a musical trip of songs highlighting regions and cities across our nation. Other performances include choral music by Cantare, Highway 49 barbershop quartet, dance and vocal performances by El Dorado Musical Theater, and other special guests. Picnicking, strolling musicians and children's activities including petting zoo and bounce house. Gates open at 4:00 pm and Concert starts at 6:00 pm. On the grass at El Dorado County Fairgrounds, 100 Placerville Drive. Tickets: lawn seating - adults in advance $15 at the gate $18, students $8. Table and umbrella with 6 tickets $150. Family packages available. www.marblevalleycenter.org For more information: Marble Valley Center for the Arts (530) 642-2431 |
Sep
11 |
LEST WE FORGET~ MEMORIAL SERVICE
This is event is presented by the El Dorado County Joint Chamber of Commerce. This is for honoring Law Enforcement, Fire Protection, Emergency Services Personnel, Military and Veterans of El Dorado County. Refreshment stands will not be open , so please bring your own water. Please: NO alcohol, canned drinks, candles or any incendiary devices. 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Visit with law enforcement and firefighter personnel and their equipment on the speedway is from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. A military flyover is anticipated at 7:00 p.m. From 7:00 to 8:00 pm join us in the bleacher for memorial services Placerville Speedway, in the El Dorado County Fairgrounds in Placerville. FREE to the Public. www.eldoradocounty.org For more information: El Dorado County Chamber of Commerce (530) 621-5885 |
Sep
15 |
Filmfare - 2006 Outdoor Projector Movies
The Red Balloon/Why Man Creates and a short In case of rain, screening will be inside. 7:45 p.m. County Main Library, 345 Fair Lane Placerville Donation $4.00; movie card 4 shows/$12; popcorn .75 For more information: For movie parties or more information (530) 621-3012 |
Sep
15 |
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 |
Sep
21 22 & 23 |
1st Annual American River Music Festival
This festival features some of the finest acoustic musicians in the world. Some of the performers are the Waybacks, Houston Jones, Joe Craven, Laurie Manx just to name a few. The festival is in the Coloma-Lotus Valley. This event offers single & two day tickets, great river front camping/lodging tickets and white water rafting packages. One camping package even prepares & serves your meals. check the website for times Coloma-Lotus Valley on the South Fork of the American River check the website for price break down www.americanrivermusicfestival.org For more information: please go to website for more information |
Sep
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. 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Lucinda's Country Inn, 6701 Perry Creek Road, Fair Play www.eldoradocounty.org For more information: El Dorado County Chamber of Commerce (530) 621-5885 |
Sep
27 |
A Casablanca Evening
Businesses & members of the community will turn out for this premier black tie gala evening that will feature fantastic food, wine, dancing, a spectacular chocolate and port bar and an auction to benefit CASA El Dorado 5:30 p.m. Sequoia Restaurant 643 Bee Street, Placerville $100 per person or $750 for a table admin2@casaeldorado.org For more information: Tammy Troyer (530) 417-3571 |
Sep
30 |
Antique Street Faire
The 19th Annual Antique Street Faire closes Main Street to host over 100 antiques & collectibles peddlers for this huge event. Food, refreshments, and more. 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Historic Main Street, Placerville. Admission and parking are free. www.placerville-downtown.org For more information: Placerville Downtown Association (530) 672-3436 |
Sep
TBA |
Stammtisch El Dorado is presenting Oktoberfest 2006
Wear your Dirndl and your Lederhosen. Live Entertainment by the Al Gruber Band, dancing singing and Schunkeln. Traditional German Bratwurst dinner, dessert available for purchase, Full No-Host Bar (NO b.y.ob.), Hot dogs, doughnuts and chips for the children. Doors open at 12 noon to 6:00 p.m. Diamond Springs Fire Hall, 3745 China Garden Road, Diamond Springs, CA $15 for Members and $18 Non-Members. www.stammtischeldorado.com For more information: Gretel Elisher (530) 642-8180 |
Sep
TBA |
2nd Annual Gold Country Herb Faire
Come join the fun. We'll have many herbal vendors to choose from, demonstrations by Master Food Preservers and Master Gardeners, delicious prepared food in the food court, music and storytellers. A family event with no parking or entrance fees! Raffle of gift certificates from favorite businesses in the area. Raffle prizes are 50 cents each 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. El Dorado Campus of Folsom Lake College, 6699 Campus Drive, Placerville Free For more information: Leigh Roberts (530) 642-8206 |
Sep
TBA |
Deutsches Motorfest
A celebration of fine German Motoring supporting the Kiwanis Family House, featuring the sounds of Mumbo Gumbo. Hundreds of German cars & motorcycles; giant show & shine car show, many fun classes of Awards, car club corrals, great food, vendor displays. El Dorado County Fairgrounds, Placerville, www.DeutschesMotorfest.com For more information: |
Sep
TBA |
The 9th Annual Ride-a-Thon
Ride & Shine Adaptive Horseback Riding Program Inc presents this day's event. Registration fee includes lunch and a "Sam" t-shirt. Riders raising $1000 receive an EquiPedic saddle pad. Raise $2,500 and win a trip for two to Pt Reyes. Deadline to register is September 9th 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Greenstone Country $25.00 registration fee, $50 late registration www.RideAndShine.net For more information: for more information call 5306761920 |
Sep
TBA |
4th Annual El Dorado County Chamber of Commerce - Charity Golf Tournament
A portion of the proceeds will benefit Ride and Shine. Entry fee includes: Green fees; cart fees; Range Balls' Commemorative golf hat; closest to pin; longest drive; raffle prizes; water & soda on the course; and dinner. 10:30 a.m. Registration, 12:00 p.m. Shotgun Start, and Dinner 5:00 p.m. Cold Springs Golf & Country Club, 6500 Club House Dr., Placerville Registration is $125 and $145 after 8/31/06 www.eldoradocounty.org For more information: Dave Nelson (530) 622-8650 |
Sep
TBA |
Georgetown Divide Founders Day
There will be cowboy reenactments, quilters, pottery, woodwork, entertainment, poetry, and fun. Period dress is encouraged to support the theme “150th Anniversary of the Georgetown Fire Department." The Georgetown Fire Department is the second oldest in California. Live music all day! 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Free to the public. For more information: Judy Habig (530) 333-0402 |
Sep
TBA |
4th Annual GVCC Golf Classic
Benefit Golf Tournament to raise funds for El Dorado County's transitional home for homeless women with children. All proceeds will go to support The Hope House and their various shelter ministries throughout our county. Lots of fun, games, prizes. lunch and great fellowship! 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Apple Mountain Golf Course $99 www.hopehouseedc.org For more information: for more information contact: Rene Evans (530) 622-3231 |
Sep
TBA |
Teddy Bears' Picnic
Family Fun Day!!! Game, Prizes, Entertainment, Activities, BBQ, much more. Picnic Basket Raffle, Honey Pot Drawing Dress-up and bring your Teddy Bear for the "Teddy Bear Parade". 11:00 a.m., to 3:00 p.m., Parade at 1:00 p.m. Rainbow Orchards in Apple Hill... 2569 Larson Drive, Camino. Free to public. For more information: Family Connections (530) 626-5164 |
Sep
TBA |
The Diamond Springs Annual Country Bazaar
The Bazaar along the street has vendors offering everything imaginable, food, refreshments and the parade at 1:00 p.m. Please call for more details of the day and space rentals. All day events from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 a.m. Starting with a pancake breakfast at the Mother Lode Lions Hall 7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. The Main Street of Diamond Springs, CA. Free to the public. For more information: Diamond Springs/El Dorado Firefighters (530) 626-3190 |
Sep
TBA |
Americas Day for Kids
This day of celebrations will start with the return of the spectacular Balloon Parade at 12:00 am which will begin at the Placerville Library and travel down Ray Lawyer Drive to the Armory, followed with an Information and Fun Fair. At the National Kids Day Fair we'll be handing out National Kids Day stickers and providing entertainment and fun stuff like Jump Houses, games and information about local youth-serving organizations and opportunities. and more balloons.… Parade starts at Noon followed by a informational fair. Share a moment. Create a memory. Make a kid's day. Free to the public. National Kids Day is about celebrating kids -whether it's your sons, daughters, nieces, nephews, or any child in need of mentoring. www.bgce.org For more information: El Dorado County Western Slope Boys & Girls Club (530) 295-8019 |
Sep
TBA |
Relay for Life
American Cancer Society 24-hr walk/run raises funds for research. Call for more details. Both Saturday and Sunday at 10:00 a.m. El Dorado County Fairgrounds, 100 Placerville Drive, Placerville. More details to come. For more information: American Cancer Society (916) 446-7933 |
