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 contact:
For more information, call (530) 626-9766 |
Sep
00 |
"Wild Wednesdays" at Wednesday Night Certified Farmers' Market with dkcellars winery
City and County Employees, show your badge for a 15% discount on any wine purchase. 5:00 pm til Dusk Main Street and the Bell Tower For more information contact:
contact: Dave or Kim Pratt (530) 295-3535 |
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 contact:
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 contact:
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.eldoradofarmersmarket.com For more information contact:
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.eldoradofarmersmarket.com For more information contact:
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.eldoradofarmersmarket.com For more information contact:
South Lake Tahoe Certified Farmers (SLTCFM) (530) 622-1900 |
Sep
|
 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 Games $1.00 each www.eldoradocountyfair.org For more information contact:
El Dorado County Fairgrounds (530) 621-5860 |
Sep
|
 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 |
Sep
1 |
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 contact:
Diamond Springs/El Dorado Firefighters (530) 626-3190 |
Sep
03 |
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 tilOctober 1st 5:00 pm - Dusk Bell Tower and Main Street, Placerville For more information contact:
(415) 250-5337 |
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 contact:
Sequoia (530) 622-5222 |
Sep
06 - 08 |
 27th Annual American River Festival
Mark your calendars for this event. Check the website for a schedule of events check the website site this summer for schedule see website for maps and directions to events Parking fees only www.americanriverfestival.org For more information contact:
Bobbie Housand (530) 626-6882 |
Sep.
06 |
 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 |
Sep
07 |
 30th Annual Butterfly Concert Celebration
Led by Henrik Jul Hansen conducting the Sierra Symphony; program theme to be announced. Picnic Setting Contest, and of course the Golden Baton Auction are still part of the evening event's 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 $20, students $8. Table and umbrella with 6 tickets $200. Family packages available. www.marblevalleycenter.org For more information contact:
Marble Valley Center for the Arts (530) 642-2431 |
Sep
13 |
 Historic Town of El Dorado Art & Wine Festival
Local artisans will be displaying on Main Street of El Dorado 1:00 pm - 7:00 pm Historic El Dorado For more information contact:
Information (530) 622-2840 |
Sep
10 |
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 tilOctober 1st 5:00 pm - Dusk Bell Tower and Main Street, Placerville For more information contact:
(415) 250-5337 |
Sep
13 |
 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 |
Sep
13 |
3rd Annual Kacie's Ride to For Hope to End Domestic Violence
Motorcycles (of all kinds) ride through the Sierra Foothills to Hope Valley in the High Sierras, in honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. raffle and music Registration 8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Meet at the Mountain Democrat Parking lot, 1360 Broadway, Placerville $20 donation per ride to benefit theThe Center for Violence-Free Relationships www.kaciesrideforhope.com For more information contact:
Event Coordinator Pat Barron (530) 626-8405 |
Sep
13 |
Filmfare - 2008 Outdoor Projector Movies
Movies to be announcedIn 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 contact:
For movie parties or more information (530) 621-3012 |
Sep
13 & 14 |
 Relay for Life
American Cancer Society 24-hr walk/run raises funds for research. Opening Ceremonies, with a Survivors Lap immediately following Opening Ceremony. Luminaria Ceremony on Saturday evening. Both Saturday and Sunday at 10:00 a.m. Survivor's Reception at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday El Dorado County Fairgrounds, 100 Placerville Drive, Placerville. Suggested donation of $10 For more information contact:
Norma Echabarne (530) 626-3561 |
Sep
17 |
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 tilOctober 1st 5:00 pm - Dusk Bell Tower and Main Street, Placerville For more information contact:
(415) 250-5337 |
Sep
19 |
 2nd Annual American River Music Festival
This festival features some of the finest acoustic musicians in the world. Some of the performers are the Gandolf Murphy & the Slambovian Circus of Dreams, Steppin' In It, Joe Craven with Sam Bevin, Blame Sally, The Refugees - just to name a few. 22 performances and workshops scheduled this year. This is a fundraising event for American River Music whose mission is to teach, inspire & enjoy music. Buy a ticket online, & entered to win limited edition acoustic guitar, donated by Nicholson Music Co. 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 contact:
please go to website for more information |
Sep
20 |
An Evening of Wine and Roses
Sponsored by the Marshall Hospital Auxiliary, a fund-raising event. Wine tasting local El Dorado County wineries, and local restaurants will be providing hor d'oeuvres. There will be a live and a silent auction 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. 681 Main Street, Placerville $25 in advance/$30 at the door For more information contact:
Edna (530) 676-7001 |
Sep
20 |
 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 contact:
Family Connections (530) 626-5164 |
Sep
20 |
 Antique Street Faire
The 20th 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 contact:
Placerville Downtown Association (530) 672-3436 |
Sep
20 |
 Boys & Girls Club Day for Kids
It is the National Kids Day Fair, we'll be handing out stickers and providing entertainment and fun stuff like Bounce Houses, dunk tank, games face painting, bingo, tropical birds and llamas. Information about local youth-serving organizationsand opportunities will also be handed out 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm Western Slope Boys & Girls Club, 212 Armory Way, Placerville 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 contact:
Kelly Bridges, Program Director (530) 295-8019 |
Sep
20 |
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 |
Sep
21 |
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 inCalifornia. Live music all day! We will be honoring California's Native Sons, so please come and participate with us 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Free to the public. For more information contact:
Judy Habig (530) 333-0402 |
Sep
23 |
 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 7:30 p.m. El Dorado Nursery, 3931 -C Durock Road, Shingle Springs www.eldoradocounty.org For more information contact:
El Dorado County Chamber of Commerce (530) 621-5885 |
Sep
24 |
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 tilOctober 1st 5:00 pm - Dusk Bell Tower and Main Street, Placerville For more information contact:
(415) 250-5337 |
Sep
27 |
Casablanca Gala
You are invited to celebrate an outstanding children's advocacy organization-black-tie event. Businesses and members of the community will turn out for "A Casablanca Evening" Fantastic food, wine, dancing, a spectacular chocolate and port bar, andsilent and live auction at Sequoia. If you would like to purchase a table or are interested in becoming a 2008 Casablanca sponsor, contact Tammy Troyer Sequoia Restaurant, 643 Bee Street, Placerville, CA for more details, call the number shown, or contact by email For more information contact:
Tammy Troyer (530) 622-9882 |
Sep
27 |
Stammtisch El Dorado is presenting Oktoberfest 2008
Wear your Dirndl and your Lederhosen. This will be an evening event this year. Traditional German Food, Live Entertainment by the popular Al Gruber Band, dancing, Beer Mug Holding Contest. Full No Host Bar 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm Shakespeare Club, 2940 Bedford Avenue, Placerville price details to com www.stammtischeldorado.com For more information contact:
Gretel Elisher (530) 642-8180 |
Sep
27 |
4th 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!We'll be celebrating the Herb of the Year, Calendula, by giving away free packets of calendula seeds to the first 100 people to arrive. Raffle prizes. In addition we will once again have our art competition. Complete rules can be found on our website. 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. El Dorado Campus of Folsom Lake College, 6699 Campus Drive, Placerville Free www.herbfaire.org For more information contact:
Contact Leigh Roberts by phone or visit the web site (530) 642-8206 |
Sep
27 & 28 |
Gold Bug Quilt Guild's Bi-Annual Quilt Show "Eastern Expressions in Cloth"
More than 200 traditional, art and Asian inspired quilts, wearable art and wall hangings will be on exhibit. Vendors, an opportunity quilt, food, a boutique and door prizes will add to the excitement of the day Saturday: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm; Sunday: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm El Dorado County Fairgrounds, 100 Placerville, Placerville $6 For more information contact:
Connie DeCoud (916) 933-6436 |
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 contact:
Tammy Troyer (530) 417-3571 |
Sep
28 |
Antique Street Faire
The 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 contact:
Placerville Downtown Association (530) 672-3436 |
Sep
TBA |
 Festival of the Americas Pow Wow
Drum Contest, Competition Dancing, Native Foods, Open Gourd Dancing, Arts & Crafts Vendors, All Drums and Dancers Welcome. This will be a outdoor pow-wow El Dorado County Fairgrounds Free Admission For more information contact:
For Pow Wow or Vendor Info: (530) 647-0423 |
Sep
TBA |
 5th Annual El Dorado County Chamber of Commerce - Charity Golf Tournament
This year's event to be held in Tahoe at the Lake Tahoe Golf Course. This will be a joint tournament with the South Lake Tahoe Chamber. More details to come More information to follow Lake Tahoe To be announced www.eldoradocounty.org For more information contact:
Dave Nelson (916) 939-1321 |
Sep
TBA |
 Annual Chili Cook-off - Benefiting MORE
The event benefits M.O.R.E. and its services. There will be a Classic Car Show beginning at 10:00 a.m. & there will be craft vendors, drinks, refreshments. Chili tasting scheduled to be ready at 12:00 noon. Live music by a local 50's & 60's band. With ticket purchase, taste each chili and a get a chance to vote for your favorite chili 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Pollock Pines Community Center, 2675 Sanders Drive off of Pony Express Trail in Pollock Pines. $5.00 donation suggested. www.morerehab.org For more information contact:
M.O.R.E. (530) 622-4848 |
Sep.
TBA |
 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 yourfavorite 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 contact:
Lois Leibnitz, Book & Bake Sale Chair, Dogwood Garden Club. (530) 644-1803 |
Sep
TBA |
18th Annual Show & Shine/Fly-In
Sponsored by Cameron Park Soroptimist. $25 to display your car. All entries will be judged for Best of Show awards in numerous classes. You are encourage to bring your own shade. Set-up 7:00 - 9:00 a.m.; Pancake Breakfast 7:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m; Lunch 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.; Judging 11:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m.; Awards Ceremony 2:00 p.m. Cameron Park Airpark in Cameron Park, California (enter on Fairway off Oxford) Free Admission, $25 to display your car For more information contact:
Pam Gossoo (530) 672-1960 |
Sep
TBA |
The 11th Annual Ride-a-Thon
Ride & Shine Adaptive Horseback Riding Program Inc presents this day's event. Fundraising trail ride in Greenstone Country followed by lunch & demonstration by the California Rhytym Riders to benefit therapeutic riding for individuals with disabilitys.Money goes directly to support program expenses Noon - 5:00 p.m. Greenstone Country $25.00 registration fee, $50 late registration www.RideAndShine.net For more information contact:
for more information call (530) 676-1920 |
Sep
TBA |
5th 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 contact:
for more information contact: Rene Evans (530) 622-3231 |
Sep
TBA |
 LEST WE FORGET~ MEMORIAL SERVICE
This year the Lest We Forget Committee of the El Dorado County Joint Chambers of Commerce has the opportunity to partner with Marble Valley Center for the Arts. We are very pleased to be able to join the long standing event, the Butterfly Concert. Ourportion of the program, at the start of the concert, will present our yearly honorees. At the end of the concert, local veterans will provide a memorable 21 gun salute and then TAPS will be played before the colors are retired. 5:45 Special Ceremony and a 21 gun salute and then TAPS will be played at the end of the concert. Look for our special booth on the grass at El Dorado County Fairgrounds, 100 Placerville Drive. www.eldoradocounty.org For more information contact:
El Dorado County Fairgrounds (530) 621-5885 |
Sep
TBA |
Jazz or Blues in the Plaza
Come tap your toes to some great jazz or blues music featured first four Saturdays in September and first three Saturdays in October. 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 contact:
Fountain Plaza Salon (530) 622-4900 |
Sep
TBA |
Jazz or Blues in the Plaza
Come tap your toes to some great jazz or blues music featured first four Saturdays in September and first three Saturdays in October. 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 contact:
Fountain Plaza Salon (530) 622-4900 |
Sep
TBA |
Jazz or Blues in the Plaza
Come tap your toes to some great jazz or blues music featured first four Saturdays in September and first three Saturdays in October. 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 contact:
Fountain Plaza Salon (530) 622-4900 |
The event date, time, cost and locations are
subject to change. 
