Calendar of Events

Wednesday Night Yoga - Wed, Sep 1, 2010
On Wednesdays, from 6-7:15pm, join Deborah Morrison in Vinyasa Flow, donation-based yoga. Runs through Sept.1. Vinyasa Flow is a flowing and dynamic Yoga practice that synchronizes the Ujjayi breath and movement. Bring your yoga mat, a towel and water. Location is 7310 Hwy 49, in the River Park Plaza, Lotus. For more information call (530) 401-3307.

Olde Coloma Theatre Melodrama "The Watered Down Saloon" - Fri, Sep 3, 2010 - Sat, Sep 19, 2010
Enjoy a community theatre performance of the original melodrama, "The Watered Down Saloon" or "A Trip Out West." Every Friday and Saturday night doors open at 7:30pm. There are 2 Sunday matinees: September 6th and 13th when doors open at 1:30pm. Tickets are $10 general, $5 children, $9 seniors. For reservations call (530) 626-5282. The Olde Coloma Theatre is at 380 Monument Road, Coloma 95613. [website]

Joel and the Band in Concert - Sat, Sep 4, 2010
Come hear the group fresh off the national tour of Billy Joel's rock musical at David Girard Vineyards. The site opens at 6pm and food and wine will be available to purchase. Concert begins at 6:30. Tickets are $20 for DGV wine club members and $30 for general admission. David Girard Vineyards is at 741 Cold Springs Road, Placerville (1 mile south of Coloma), 95667. Email or call (530) 295-1833 for more information. [email] [website]

29th Annual American River Festival - Fri, Sep 10, 2010 - Sun, Sep 12, 2010
Come watch and participate in this fun weekend on water and land! Centered in Henningsen Lotus Park, land activities include games, food, music, nonprofit and exhibitor booths, and great spectator seats. River games and activities include races for those of all abilities, fun fests for kids, and educational clinics. The ARF benefits several river-focused nonprofits. For more information and sponsorship opportunities, call The River Store at 530-626-3435, email, or visit the website. [email] [website]

Hands-on History - Sat, Sep 11, 2010
From 10am - 2pm, bring the whole family to Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park to learn history by seeing it live! Docents interpret Gold Rush History, and demonstrate rope making, carpentry, blacksmithing, and other traditional skills. For more information see the website or call (530) 295-2170 or (530) 622-3470. [website]

New Trail - South Fork American River Hike - Sat, Sep 11, 2010
From 7am - noon, join the American River Conservancy on our newly constructed trail, OPENING THIS FALL. This is a fundraiser to assist the ARC in maintaining this new trail corridor. Hiking is easy to moderate, approximately 8 miles, from Cronan Ranch down to the Skunk Hollow parking lot at the Salmon Falls Bridge and Folsom Lake. A shuttle bus will return us to the Cronan Ranch trailhead. Fit 10-year-olds+ welcome. Rain or shine. Donations encouraged for these special hikes. Sign-ups required by emailing or calling (530) 621-1224. [email] [website]

Friends of the River Annual Gear Swap at the American River Festival - Sat, Sep 11, 2010 - Sun, Sep 12, 2010
FOR's annual Gear Swap is part of the American River Paddle Festival at Henningsen-Lotus Park, 950 Lotus Road, Lotus, CA 95651. The main event features kayak races and demos and FOR will be there in force with our annual gear swap, funding our all-volunteer rafting program, from Saturday morning thru Sunday afternoon. If you want to volunteer, bring or donate gear, or get more details email us or see the website. [email] [website]

American River Music Festival - Fri, Sep 17, 2010 - Sun, Sep 19, 2010
The 4th Annual American River Music Festival is a celebration of music and moving water. It features Americana, Folk and Blues music performances and workshops on a riverfront main stage, in three riverfront campgrounds, on our famous "gorge" whitewater river trip, and on our spectacular guided riverfront hike. This three-day mostly acoustic American and Canadian Roots music festival takes place at Henningsen-Lotus Park in Lotus, and at several Coloma Valley campgrounds. Prices vary depending on music and camping options - see the website to buy tickets. For more information call (530) 622-6044. [email] [website]

Lobster on the River - Sat, Sep 18, 2010
This beautiful dinner in a glorious setting benefits the Rotary Club of Placerville. Coloma Resort hosts the event upon its grassy river front sites. Enjoy fresh Maine lobster or Filet mignon with all the fixings, cocktails, live music and dancing under the stars. Call the Reservations department at 800-238-2298 for tickets and more information.

Local Artists' Studio Tour - Sat, Sep 25, 2010 - Sun, Sep 26, 2010
Our local Art Studio Tour is open 10am - 5pm this weekend and next weekend. Visit Kelly Ahola's riverside studio at 6921 Marshall Road in Coloma to see four local artists' work: Mina Andujar, Cheri Litwinovich, Nettie Fox, and Kelly Ahola. (Look for the yellow Studio Tour signs.) Delicious refresments served! For a list of other local art studios to visit, look at the website or come to our show for free maps of all the other shows. Call 530-626-7823 for more information. [email] [website]

Olde Coloma Theatre Melodrama "Little Red Riding Hood" or "The Werewolf Who Couldn't Whistle" - Fri, Oct 1, 2010 - Sun, Oct 31, 2010
Enjoy a community theatre performance of the original melodrama, "Little Red Riding Hood" or "The Werewolf Who Couldn't Whistle." Every Friday and Saturday night doors open at 7:30pm. 5 Sunday matinees October 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, and 31st when doors open at 1:30pm. Special Sunday matinee on Halloween, October 31st, with costume contest! Tickets are $10 general, $5 children, $9 seniors. For reservations call (530) 626-5282. The Olde Coloma Theatre is at 380 Monument Road, Coloma 95613. [website]

Funkengruven in Concert at David Girard Vineyard - Sat, Oct 2, 2010
Come hear the fun and excitement of Funkengruven at David Girard Vineyards.The site opens at 5pm with food and wine available for purchase. Concert to start at 5:30 pm. Tickets are $20 for DGV wine club members and $30 for general admission. Purchase online at the website, or email or call (530) 295-1833 for more information. David Girard Vineyards is located at 741 Cold Springs Rd, Placerville, CA 95667. [email] [website]

Local Artists' Studio Tour - Sat, Oct 2, 2010 - Sun, Oct 3, 2010
Our local Art Studio Tour is open 10am - 5pm this weekend. Visit Kelly Ahola's riverside studio at 6921 Marshall Road in Coloma to see four local artists' work: Mina Andujar, Cheri Litwinovich, Nettie Fox, and Kelly Ahola. (Look for the yellow Studio Tour signs.) Delicious refresments served! For a list of other local art studios to visit, look at the website or come to our show for free information on all the other shows. Call 530-626-7823 for more information. [email] [website]

Gold Rush HIstory: James Marshall's 200th Birthday - Fri, Oct 8, 2010
Celebrate the 200th birthday of James Marshall with the rededication of Marshall's Monument. The Native Sons of the Golden West will present a ceremony and start the fundraising effort for the restoration of the first historic monument in California, in Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park. For more information call (530) 295-2170 or (530) 622-3470. [website]

New Trail - South Fork American River Hike - Saturdays - Sat, Oct 9, 2010
From 9am - 2pm, Oct 9 & 23 and Nov 6, join the American River Conservancy on our newly constructed trail, OPENING THIS FALL. This is a fundraiser to assist the ARC in maintaining this new trail corridor. Hiking is easy to moderate, approximately 8 miles, from Cronan Ranch down to the Skunk Hollow parking lot at the Salmon Falls Bridge and Folsom Lake. A shuttle bus will return us to the Cronan Ranch trailhead. Fit 10-year-olds+ welcome. Rain or shine. Donations encouraged for these special hikes. Sign-ups required by emailing or calling (530) 621-1224. [email] [website]

Coloma Gold Rush Live - Sat, Oct 9, 2010 - Sun, Oct 10, 2010
For three days Coloma will be packed with images, sounds, and hands-on experiences dating back to the 1850s. Step back in time and experience the California Gold Rush. Live history tent encampments recreate Gold Rush history in this authentic setting. Attend talks about the gold discovery and Sutter's Mill. Visitors will enjoy live music, historic trade demonstrations and a merchants market. There will be gold panning contests for kids and adults as well as sawmill demonstrations and historic re-enactments so you can feel as if you are rubbing shoulders with the adventurers and historical figures who helped create the world-wide rush to California. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day, in Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park. For more information call (530) 295-2170 or (530) 622-3470. [website]

Halloween in the Park - Sat, Oct 30, 2010
Come to Coloma and let the kids go trick or treating around the historic buildings of Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park. Enjoy hayrides including a wagon ride up to the Monument for a Halloween adventure, ghostly appearances in the cemetery by the Cemetery Players, and other surprises along the way. For more information see the website or call (530) 295-2170 or (530) 622-3470. [website]

Girls Night Out at David Girard Vineyard - Fri, Nov 5, 2010
From 6:00-9:00pm is Girls Night Out at David Girard Vineyards Tasting Room and Cellar. Spoil yourself with an evening of food, wine, chocolate, jewelry, art makeup artistry, chair massage, photography, food tastings and so much more. FREE. Email or call David Girard Vineyards for more info at (530) 295-1833. [email] [website]

Olde Coloma Theatre Melodrama ""Christmas In Coloma" or "Woe Is The Little Orphan's Nanny" - Fri, Nov 19, 2010 - Sun, Dec 19, 2010
Enjoy a community theatre performance of the original melodrama, "Christmas In Coloma" or "Woe Is The Little Orphan's Nanny." Every Friday and Saturday night doors open at 7:30pm. There are 4 Sunday matinees: November 28th, December 5th, 12th and 19th when doors open at 1:30pm. Tickets are $10 general, $5 children, $9 seniors. For reservations call (530) 626-5282. The Olde Coloma Theatre is at 380 Monument Road, Coloma 95613. [website]

Christmas in Coloma - Sat, Dec 11, 2010 - Sun, Dec 12, 2010
Annual old-fashioned Christmas, with period crafts, music, strolling musicians, historic trade demonstrations, 19th-century children's games, and wreath making. A visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus is a colorful highlight of the day. Vendors offer hand-made crafts as well as a variety of foods. Snow is guaranteed! The Park's historic buildings will be open for visitors' enjoyment. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days, in Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park. See the website or call (530) 622-6198) for more information. [website]