Events
06 / 23
Start: 7:00 am
End: 11:59 am
The run that triggered fundraising for the South Tahoe Track & Field Restoration project at South Tahoe Middle School is Saturday. Presented by T.R.4.C.K., A Legendary Run will begin at 8 a.m. in the Lake Tahoe Community College Parking area, with registration between 7:15 and 7:45 a.m.
The 10K and 5K races are a mix of flat and gentle hills and single-track trail. The course will go along Al Tahoe Boulevard and through forest and meadow, finishing near the former site of the historic track used during the 1968 Olympic Track and Field Trials. Start: 8:00 am
End: 9:00 am
4th 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. 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 Start: 8:00 am
End: 8:00 pm
Saturday, June 23
Freestyle Rodeo, Championship Raft Race Finals, Old
School Paddle, Hot air Balloon Rides & Paddle Slalom w/ Jessica
8:00 AM
Registration Opens at Chili Bar for Rodeo, Raft Race,
Slalom Race and Clinics
8:45 AM Start: 10:00 am
End: 4:00 pm
Start: 10:00 am
End: 5:00 pm
Please join us as we open our "shed" for the second time. Experience lavender's beauty & fragrance…cut fresh bouquets from the lavender field; select products for the home, body and garden; taste lavender lemonade and lavender iced-tea various classes to be offered Both Saturdays 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. South River Lavender, 6021 Dean Road, Mt Aukum Free www.southriverlavender.com Start: 11:00 am
End: 2:00 pm
A mobile adoption event will take place June 23 at the Lake Tahoe Humane Society and S.P.C.A. office, 1221 Emerald Bay Road. Adoptable shelter cats and dogs will be showcased from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Start: 11:00 am
End: 3:00 pm
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 Start: 2:00 pm
End: 3:00 pm
Tarnosaurus the Clown will present a fun-filled hour of balloon twisting and sculpture at 2 p.m. Saturday at the South Lake Tahoe Branch Library. Participants will learn how to create balloon animals for birthday parties, preschool entertainment, or any occasion. Tarnosaurus attended balloon camp in Las Vegas in 2005 and 2006 and has learned many great techniques from talented balloon artists. The free program is sponsored by Friends of the Library and is open to people of all ages. All supplies will be provided. For more information call Jaymee Willison at (530) 544-2647. | ||
06 / 24
Start: 9:00 am
End: 12:00 pm
Sunday, June 24
Sierra Cup Slalom Race & Boardercross Paddle
9:00 AM
Slalom Registration at Nugget Campground
10:00 AM
Slalom Race Paddlers meeting at Nugget Campground Start: 11:00 am
End: 3:00 pm
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 | ||
06 / 25
Start: 1:50 pm
End: 2:50 pm
The El Dorado County Board of Supervisors will hold a special meeting at 1 p.m. Monday to review maps for potential use in identifying areas appropriate for oak woodland conservation easements. | ||
06 / 26
Start: 11:00 am
End: 6:00 pm
This event benefits the Western Slope Boys & Girl Club. The 12 mile trip through intermediate Class III rapids lasting about 3 hours and is topped off with an all-you-can-eat barbecue and an afternoon of volleyball and other activities. The event is slated to start around noon that day, when rafters will gather at Henningson/Lotus Park. The tickets for the event are $89 per person includes the all-you-can-eat barbecue and a t-shirt. Tickets are available for the all-you-can-eat barbecue only at $15 each. Tickets are selling out fast! Start: 5:30 pm
End: 7:00 pm
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. Annieberries & Busineses in the Court Yard, 312 Main Street, Placerville www.eldoradocounty.org Start: 7:00 pm
End: 9:00 pm
A Preventative Nutrition Workshop will take place from 7 to 9 p.m. the last Tuesday of each month in the social hall at St. Theresa Catholic Church parish hall, 1170 Rufus Allen Blvd. | ||
06 / 27
Start: 4:30 pm
End: 6:30 pm
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 | ||
06 / 28
Start: 5:00 pm
End: 10:00 pm
June 28, 2007 Ron Gartner Sings at Four Seasons @El Dorado Hills Sacramento, CA
Encore performance with the Bill Gulino Band | ||
06 / 29
Start: 8:00 pm
End: 9:00 pm
A Public Meeting will be held Friday, June 29, 2007, 8:00 pm at the Lake Tahoe Middle School, 2870 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe. The purpose of the meeting is to provide information on the current status of the Angora Fire, and to release the cause of the fire that began June 24th. | ||
06 / 30
Start: 3:00 am
The day-long event begins at noon with crafts, carnival games, contests, local entertainment, raffles, food and refreshments, and a spectacular fireworks display over Cameron Park Lake. Noon to 9:00 p.m. Cameron Park Lake. Free www.cameronpark.org Start: 9:00 am
End: 3:00 pm
Sierra Recovery Center will sponsor a yard sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 30 at 1137 Emerald Bay Road.
Donations of items in good condition can be made by calling Kim at (530) 541-5190 to arrange for pick-up or delivery of donated items. All donations are tax deductible and are greatly appreciated.
Proceeds from the sale will benefit Sierra Recovery Center in its ongoing effort to provide continuous and compassionate recovery to individuals and families affected by addictive behavior. Start: 11:30 am
End: 4:00 pm
Georgetown Divide Activities Committee will host the second Rattlesnake-Roadkill Cook-off from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 30 at Veterans of Foreign Wars Park in Georgetown. The event features the competition, music and dancing, game booths, crafts and vendor booths. To register, call (530) 333-0309. For details, call (530) 333-2167. Start: 1:00 pm
End: 7:00 pm
Our hunt begins once the sun goes down. Join us as we trek through the vineyards of Perry Creek, watch the full moon rise over the vines as you learn about winemaking and sip the wines of Perry Creek. Will the ZinMan be seen? Call for time Perry Creek Winery, 7400 Perry Creek Road, Fair Play Call for more information For more information contact: Reservations are required, seating is limited (530) 620-5175 Start: 6:00 pm
End: 9:00 pm
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 35 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. Start: 7:00 pm
End: 10:00 pm
The movie featured is "Night At The Museum," starring Ben Stiller. Concessions available for purchase. Free gift certificate. Raffle Drawings. Bring blankets or chairs, arrive early to ensure a good spot. No pets, alcohol or glass containers permitted Movies will start no later than 8:30 p.m., open for lawn seating at 7:00 p.m. Serrano's Village Greet Outdoor Amphitheater, 452 Serrano Parkway, El Dorado Hills, Ca (corner or Silva Valley and Serrano Parkway) Free www.SierraOutdoorCinema.com | ||
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07 / 3
Start: 7:00 pm
End: 9:00 pm
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 contact: Gena Cahill (530) 295-3377 | ||
07 / 4
Start: 12:00 am
End: 1:00 pm
The parade will begin at Noon. There will also be a Kids Fair Route: Sly Park Road to Community Center For more information contact: Michelle Hammett (530) 644-6713 Start: 8:00 am
End: 11:00 am
Come have a family fun day. Craft Fair and games start at 8 a.m. The parade will begin at 11:00 a.m. Firehouse For more information contact: Sue (parade contact) (530) 644-5205 Start: 4:00 pm
End: 11:00 pm
All-American food, entertainment, old fashioned kids games and contests such as Watermelon eating, gunnysack races, water balloon tossing, relays, and much more. Placerville Speedway (Separate Admission). Music by the Pickups. Fireworks begin at Dusk Gates open at 4:00 p.m., Music begins at 6:00 p.m. Fireworks to start at Dusk El Dorado County Fairgrounds, 100 Placerville Drive, Placerville. | ||
07 / 5
Start: 2:00 pm
End: 2:30 pm
The El Dorado County Transportation Commission will receive a presentation today on efforts to increase transit ridership and to promote carpools and alternative transportation options.
The commission has worked with the 50 Corridor Transportation Management Association to increase membership in the regional commuter club database to develop "vanpools" at local businesses and to create the Smart Routes to School Program for local schools.
The panel also will receive the final report on the Placerville Pavement Management System. Start: 6:30 pm
End: 8:30 pm
El Dorado Hills Town Center presents Steelin' Dan, performing the music of Steely Dan, in the amphitheater, music by Mike Rogers on Town Center Boulevard and Nature's Critters hands-on exhibits in the lower plaza. When: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Where: El Dorado Town Center, Town Center Boulevard, El Dorado Hills. Cost: Free. Take chairs or a blanket and bring a picnic. Information: (916) 932-2150. | ||
07 / 6
Start: 2:00 pm
End: 2:30 pm
The Bubble Lady, a clown by profession, will present her laugh-filled, squeaky-clean show at the South Lake Tahoe Library at 2 p.m. Friday. With creative stories woven throughout the show, she selects volunteers to help create a variety of amusing bubble sculptures. The fun never stops as the bubbles get larger and larger. The excitement grows until the bubbles are large enough to hold an audience member. Join us for this exciting, bubblicious program. Start: 5:30 pm
End: 6:30 pm
Everyone is invited to a potluck at 5:30 p.m. Friday with a discussion on "What Challenges Have You Had After 50 - and How Have You Coped With them?" led by Judith Greco-Gregory, Ph.D., and Christopher Cromwell, B.A.
Greco-Gregory is the adult services program coordinator of El Dorado County Mental Health Services and Cromwell is a mental health worker. Start: 7:00 pm
End: 9:30 pm
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07 / 7
Start: 9:00 am
End: 4:30 pm
A custom-designed childbirth class for those who do not have the time for the traditional 6-week class format. This condensed version of our class series prepares mom and her support person for birth. Bring your lunch for the short break. Snacks provided. Start: 10:00 am
End: 4:00 pm
Crystal Springs Garden
For more information about the Republican Central Committee's annual summer picnic, please contact Chuck Holland at (530) 622-6500. Start: 10:00 am
End: 6:00 pm
Start: 2:00 pm
End: 5:00 pm
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07 / 8
Start: 8:00 am
End: 10:00 am
Nature talk and walk: Volunteer naturalist Robert Mackler leads a leisurely walk on local trails and shows how the Maidu Indians utilized natural resources to create a successful and comfortable lifestyle. Topics include identifying species of plants and animals used for food, cordage, basketry, dyes, medicine and miscellaneous purposes. The walk is recommended for responsible teenagers and adults. When: 8 a.m. Where: American River Conservancy, Marshall Gold Discovery Park Nature Center, Highway 49, Coloma. Cost: Free. Space is limited. Reservations are required. Start: 9:00 am
End: 6:00 pm
A donation-only car wash to benefit victims of the Angora fire will take place from 9 a.m.to 6 p.m. July 8 at the South Tahoe Middle School bus barn on Al Tahoe Boulevard. Start: 10:00 am
End: 5:00 pm
Start: 12:00 pm
End: 1:00 pm
The Lake Tahoe Windjammers Yacht Club will host the annual Commodores Cup Race starting at noon on Sunday, July 8. This is a mid-distance race, approximately 10 to 15 miles in length, depending on the wind forecast. The start is at the Windjammer YC buoy, about one mile north of the Keys Marina entrance. Race committee is Howard Stevens. See www.tahoewindjammers.com.
Start: 12:00 pm
End: 2:00 pm
The California Tahoe Conservancy invites the public to take the time to smell the flowers. Learn to identify wildflowers growing in the Upper Truckee Marsh and learn interesting facts.
All ages are welcome to attend, but children must be accompanied by an adult. The walk will begin at noon July 8. Meet at the Lower West Side portion of Cove East at the end of Venice Drive (across from the Tahoe Keys Marina). Call (530) 417-2824. Start: 3:30 pm
End: 5:55 pm
 Outdoor concert: American River Acoustic Music Camp presents Houston Jones, performing a mix of country, blues, rock, gospel, bluegrass and Appalachian Celtic. Opening acts include Claudia Russell and the Folk Unlimited Orchestra. Food and beverages will be available for purchase, and there will be face-painting for the children. When: 3:30 p.m. Where: Otermat Ranch, 7420 Highway 193, Georgetown. Start: 5:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm
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07 / 9
Start: 11:00 am
End: 4:00 pm
A Meyers community get-together to benefit all the friends and neighbors who lost their homes in the Angora fire will take place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 9 at Meyers Downtown Café, 3200 Highway 50 in Meyers. The event will include a free barbecue and beverages as well as live music. | ||
07 / 10
Start: 6:30 pm
End: 8:00 pm
Please join us at Masque Ristorante for light Hors d'oeuvres and live music as you enjoy a fabulous display of motorcars. If you are the owner of a motorcar of significance please feel free to display it so all may enjoy. Begins at 6:30 Masque Ristorante, 3909 Park Drive For more information contact: (916) 635-2445 | ||
07 / 11
Start: 4:00 pm
End: 5:00 pm
Tomeis@384, the originator of Celebrity Bartending in El Dorado County, will be conducting their first new Wednesday venue. Our host winery will be Mt. Aukum Winery, our charity is C.A.S.A. There will be wines to be tasted and available for purchase at a discounted price, silent auction and an "off-menu" special dinner entrée will be available for guests. 10% of all revenue for the evening will de donated to C.A.S.A. by Tomeis@384. Starting at 4:00 p.m. Tomeis@384, 384 Main Street, Placerville www.tomeis384.com | ||
07 / 12
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07 / 13
Start: 2:00 pm
End: 2:30 pm
Brian Scott Productions will present "Wizard's Training School" at 2 p.m. Friday at the South Lake Tahoe Branch Library. The interactive magic show that children don't just watch, but become a part of themselves, can be enjoyed by the entire family - 3-year-olds through grandparents.
"Wizard's Training School" is structured to not only entertain, but also to promote imagination and creative thinking. Join us under the cool pine trees at 1000 Rufus Allen Blvd. for this exciting free show. For more information call (530) 573-3185. Start: 4:00 pm
End: 9:00 pm
A Fund Raising Effort for those who lost their homes or were displaced by the fire. El Dorado County Fairgrounds.
El Dorado County Cares Spaghetti Dinner for Tahoe/Angora Fire Relief Fund | ||
07 / 14
Start: 10:00 am
End: 2:00 pm
This fun filled day is directed toward children with autism and their families. There will be arts & crafts, music by Music Talk Inc, face painting, balloon animals and special need toys. Lunch, snacks and giveaways for all ticket holders. Dr. Ron Huff will be providing an informational workshop on Autism. Annieberies thinks it's time to recognize & educate for the benefit of autistic children and their families 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Start: 1:00 pm
End: 7:00 pm
Start: 2:00 pm
End: 5:00 pm
Start: 7:00 pm
End: 10:00 pm
Start: 7:30 pm
End: 10:00 pm
Murphy's Irish Pub and the Rockwater Restaurant will host an Angora Fire Animal Relief Benefit Concert featuring Mumbo Gumbo on Saturday. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the concert is from 7:30 to 10 p.m.
The event will take place in the patio and garden at Murphy's Pub, 787 Emerald Bay Road, Highway 89, across from 7-Eleven. Along with great music there will be a raffle, barbecue and drink specials. Entry is a $10 donation per family or individual. Children will be admitted free of charge if accompanied by an adult. Start: 8:45 pm
End: 11:00 pm
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07 / 15
Start: 9:00 am
End: 3:00 pm
Members and new volunteers are invited to our Mammal and First Aid for Wildlife class, to be held on Sunday July 15 2007 from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. The class will take place at the CDF Headquarters Training Center on Lincoln Way in Auburn. Please register in advance by calling 530 885 0862 and ask to speak to Sherry or Aaron. You can also email us through our contacts page on this website. Please register by July 10th. Start: 1:00 pm
End: 6:00 pm
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07 / 16
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07 / 18
Start: 1:30 pm
End: 3:00 pm
“The Caregiver Advantage” is a series of monthly educational trainings designed to develop practical skills that can be applied to your own personal situation, as a caregiver to loved one or friend over the age of 60 years. Falling can be greatly feared, and lead to great injury, including hospitalization. Yet it can be avoided and the risk minimized with simple techniques and approaches. Ginger McMurchie, of Senior Care Solutions, will be explaining how to prevent falls before they happen and share practical advice to keep you and your loved ones safe, at home and elsewhere. | ||
07 / 19
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07 / 20
Start: 8:30 am
End: 1:00 pm
In December 2006, the Cities of Elk Grove, Folsom, and Rancho Cordova and El Dorado and Sacramento Counties collaborated to form a joint powers authority (JPA) to proceed with planning, environmental review, engineering design, and development of the Elk Grove-Rancho Cordova-El Dorado Connector Project (the Connector). The JPA assumed responsibility for the project from the Sacramento Area Council of Governments, which oversaw the project through its early stages. | ||
07 / 21
Start: 8:00 am
End: 3:00 pm
Start: 10:00 am
End: 12:00 pm
Community Events Master Food Preserver free public classes teach the art and science of safe home canning, freezing and drying techniques with optimum qualtiy. Contact: 530 621-5506 Master Food Preservers. Saturday, July 21, 2007, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. 311 Fair Lane Placerville, CA 95667. For more info visit ucce.ucdavis.edu. Start: 11:00 am
End: 2:00 pm
A mobile adoption event will take place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 21, at the Lake Tahoe Humane Society and S.P.C.A. Center, 1221 Emerald Bay Road. A variety of shelter cats will be showcased at the Cat-O-Rama. The Lake Tahoe Humane Society Center is near the "Y" behind Snowshoe Thompson's Ski Rental, between D and E streets. Start: 1:00 pm
End: 2:00 pm
 Come socialize your smallest family member! Start: 2:00 pm
End: 5:00 pm
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End: 6:00 pm
Bella Bru Cafe El Dorado Hills Start: 3:00 pm
End: 10:00 pm
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 Start: 5:00 pm
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End: 9:00 pm
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07 / 22
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End: 3:00 pm
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07 / 23
Start: 12:00 am
End: 1:00 pm
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The pioneers are coming to Genoa once again. Visit Mormon Station State Historic Park from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and see how early pioneers lived and worked. Members of the Sierra Nevada Mormon Pioneers will demonstrate corn-husk doll-making, rope making, leather working (making shoes and moccasins), fire starting (with flint and steel) and period cooking.
This
popular summer series is back with Hotel California - "A Salute to the
Eagles" 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm 
An
outdoor, juried, fine arts show with artists participating from various genres
including jewelry, print making, leather, metalwork, drawings, ceramics, fiber
art, glass, wearable art, watercolor, oil, acrylic & pastel paintings,
photography, mixed media woodwork, sculpture and
more. This is not a craft fair and all fine artists are encouraged to apply.
Come tap your toes to some great jazz or blues
music featured first three Saturdays in July, August and October, first four
Saturdays in September. 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Within the Fountain Plaza behind the Historic Cary House on Historic Main
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. The Dogwood Garden
Club will be selling raffle tickets for a "Romance Basket" (over
$100 value). The drawing will be held during the final hour of the 8/12 Twilight
2005 Primus Syrah Release
The movie featured is "The Sandlot" Concessions available for purchase. Free gift certificate. Raffle Drawings. Bring blankets or chairs, arrive early to ensure a good spot.
Dance
party to benefit restoration of The Historic Bayley House. Enjoy 6 hours of
great music, fine food and dancing in the foothills. Featuring Mick Martin and
The Blues Rockers and the return of The BluesBox Bayou Band. Featuring
locally produced wines & ice cold beer and fine food & BBQ by The
Hindquarter House & The Auburn Grill 6:00
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. 
