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Calaveras County Fair & Jumping Frog Jubilee


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**No shuttle service this year**
Buy tickets through their website for discounts of gate prices, all four days!

Thursday

  • Kids 12 and under are FREE
  • First 100 kids recieve soccer balls courtesy of Round Table
10 AM Youth Kick-off Parade throught downtown Angels Camp
Free Kids Crafts & Projects at Tom Sawyer Hall, Floriculture Bldg & Home Arts Bldg (while supplies last)
Free Kids Trail, pick-up at Main Gate
Safari Sadie Kids Balloon Show- Lawn Stage
Puppets & Players Childrens Theater- MTSJ Kidzone
Hot Dog booth (11 until 2)
12 PM Paul Maurer ...

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This Week's Picks:


May 17th through May 23rd

Thursday, May 17 through Sunday, May 20 - Calaveras County Fair & Jumping Frog Jubilee

Check out the Calaveras County Fair & Jumping Frog Jubilee this weekend! Lots of fun for the kids, including rides, frog-jumping, demolition derby and more! See our article for more specific information.
Where: Frogtown - Angels Camp, CA
When: 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM (Youth Parade Kick-off on the 17th)
Who: Open to All
How: Just Show Up!
Cost: https://events.admitoneproducts.com/tkt_sales.php?test=true&event_id=636312
For more info: www.frogtown.org
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Saturday, May 19 - 27TH ANNUAL COYOTE HOWL & CAR SHOW

The 27th Annual Coyote Howl & Car Show, Saturday, May 19th at the Coulterville Park is a wonderful old fashioned, family oriented event! Daytime activities include a parade down Main St., a car show, music, and a variety of craft, art, food and merchandise booths as well as the all important Howlin' Contests.
Where: Coulterville Park
When: 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Parade at 10)
Who: All
How: n/a
Cost: n/a
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Wednesday, May 23 - Scrapbooking Layout Class

Create 2-3 12"x12" scrapbook page layouts, all necessary supplies included
Where: Round Table Meeting Room
Angels Camp
When: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Who: Teens & Adults
How: Call Darla to reserve your spot 728-1380 or 484-5017
Cost: $11 per person, all supplies included
For more info: Call Darla or visit her blog   http://creatingwithfunybuny.blogspot.com/
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This Week's Calendar:


May 17th through May 24th

Thursday, May 17 - Gold Rush Country School Vintage Faire Yard Sale

This is a multi-family yard sale held from 8:30am-2:30pm at Gold Rush Country School.  Come check out the wide variety of items at great prices!  
Where: 16331 Hidden Valley Road, Sonora
When: 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Who: n/a
How: n/a
Cost: n/a
For more info: n/a
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Thursday, May 17 - Sierra Bible Church - HIS Kitchen

HIS Kitchen: A meal ministry of Sierra Bible Church.  In these hard economic times, we want to provide you with a hot meal.  Open to all.  No questions asked.  No reservations needed.
Where: Sierra Bible Church - 34 Jones St Murphys CA
When: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Who: All Ages
How: Open to the Public
Cost: FREE
For more info: www.sierrabiblechurch.com
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Friday, May 18 - Sierra Waldorf School Toddler Sing-a-Long

Come and visit Out of Hand and Sierra Waldorf School in Sonora for a fun toddler sing-a-long with BZ Smith!
Where: Out of Hand & Sierra Waldorf School - 189 S Washington St  Sonora, CA
When: 11:00 AM
Who: Toddlers
How: Open to Public
Cost: FREE
For more info: For more information, call Tiffany at (209) 533-1309
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Friday, May 18 - Family Karaoke Party

Come and join Steve and Kathy from Havin' a Blast Karaoke, grab a microphone, and become the star you were meant to be!
Where: Angels Camp Mercantile - 1267 S. Main St Angels Camp, CA
When: 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Who: All Ages
How: Open to Public
Cost: FREE
For more info: Call (209) 890-7156
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Friday, May 18 - The Creation of Natural Bridges speaker Series

Learn the geology, fauna, flora, native and cultural history behind the creation of Natural Bridges. Arts and crafts begin at 6 pm followed by a presentation at 7 pm.
Where: New Melones Visitor's Center
When: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Who: Everyone
How: n/a
Cost: free
For more info: 209-536-9543
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Saturday, May 19 - Sonora Certified Farmer's Market

May 19th-October 20th, 2012. Enjoy farm fresh & organic fruits, vegetables & plants, honey, flowers, live entertainment etc.
Where: Theall & Stewart St.
When: 7:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Who: n/a
How: n/a
Cost: n/a
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Saturday, May 19 - 2nd Annual Relay for Life Car & Motorcycle Show

The 2nd Annual Relay for Life show will be held in Memorial Park in downtown Tuolumne. 
Where: Memorial Park in downtown Tuolumne
When: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Who: n/a
How: n/a
Cost: n/a
For more info: n/a
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Saturday, May 19 - Butterflies Seminar at Big Trees

Presented by entomologist Jim Mori with the State of California
Where: Jack Knight Hall at Big Trees SP
When: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Who: Middle-School aged and up (with parent)
How: No reservations needed
Cost: Park admission only, $8 per car
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Saturday, May 19 - Coulterville Old West Days

Coulterville Claim Jumpers reenactment group reenact 1850's to 1870's old west times. gunfights take place at high noon and evry hour until 3 p.m. (and any time in between). come relive the past as the gold miners and bank robbers try to coexist.
Where: Coulterville
When: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Who: n/a
How: n/a
Cost: n/a
For more info: n/a
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Sunday, May 20 - 8th annual Norcal Golden Retriever Rescue Playday

All breeds are welcome to participate from 11:00am - 1:30pm.  Off leash play, baby pools, fetching and socializing will entertain all well-mannered dogs.
Where: Eproson Park, Twain Harte
When: 11:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Who: n/a
How: n/a
Cost: n/a
For more info: Raffle baskets and silent auction items will take care of their two-legged companions.  Feel free to bring lawn chairs, pop-ups and blankets for your comfort.  Call 533-3336 with any questions.
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Tuesday, May 22 - Jackson Playgroup

Resource Connection
Where: Kennedy Meadows Apartments‎, 701 New York Ranch Rd Jackson, CA
When: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Who: Kids 5 and under, plus a parent/grandparent/caretaker
How: N/A
Cost: FREE
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Tuesday, May 22 - Homework Connection

Connecting kids with success. Want homework help with your young person? Come join us for homework help, skill building and character development in a low key and fun atmosphere.
Where: Mountain Christian Fellowship Church in Murphys
When: 2:15 PM - 4:00 PM (meets every week school is in session)
Who: 1st-5th Grade *Bus from Michelson available
How: Call to register 728-2250
Cost: FREE
For more info: Call 728-2250 or Visit Website
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Wednesday, May 23 - ATCAA Blue Bell Head Start/State Preschool Fundraiser

When you order from the regular menu a portion of the proceeds from the day will be donated to the Preschool to help purchase Playground Equipment
Where: Mi Pueblo Restaurant
126 S Washington St Sonora
532-3640
When: 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Who: n/a
How: n/a
Cost: n/a
For more info: Susan Marvel; 532-5455 #2
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Wednesday, May 23 - Stepping Stones

Stepping Stones is preschool and kindergarten readiness program, preparing children for entering the academic world. Our program focuses on literacy development, science, and math readiness. 
Where: 2nd Floor of Murphys Library
When: 11:30 AM
Who: Ages 2-5 (but any young children are welcome)
How: Open
Cost: FREE
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Thursday, May 24 - Summerville Parent Nursery School Open House

10:30-11:30 Meet Teacher Molly and see the class in full swing
11:30-12 Ice Cream party and early enrollment (discounts for early applications)
Where: Summerville parent Nursery School, 20150 Tuolumne Rd. North 
When: 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Who: Prospective Preschoolers and their families
How: 928-4288
Cost: n/a
For more info: Call  928-4288
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Teen Scene:


May 19th through May 23rd

Saturday, May 19 through Sunday, May 20 - Sculpture Classes w/ Marlene Wiley Bradford

These classes are designed for all level students to have the opportunity to work in clay.  For students who will only be attending one class - you will work on a project that can be completed during that class time.  Students who will be able to attend more than one class will be able to take on a more advanced project. 
Where: Quyle Kilns
3353 E Hwy 4, Murphys
When: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Two-day class offered MOST weekends)
Who: Teens & Adults
How: mwbradf@comcast.net to reserve space
Cost: $25
For more info: Bring a lunch or snack, dress warm. Please be sure to verify the schedule. MOST weekends through November, but not all.
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Saturday, May 19 - Watercolor Art Class

Third Saturdays with Jill Figler. Spring Flowers. 
Where: Town Hall Arts, Copper Town Square
When: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Who: Teens and Adults
How: larry@townhallarts.com
Cost: $20
For more info: larry@townhallarts.com  209-785-2050
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Sunday, May 20 - Drum Circle Sunday

Bring a drum or use one of our percussive instruments as you explore rhythms of the heart - all ages and abilities welcome, but we think teens might have more fun here.
Where: Angels Camp Mercantile - 1267 S. Main St, Angels Camp CA
When: 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Who: All Ages and Abilities
How: Open to Public
Cost: FREE
For more info: Call (209) 890-7156
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Wednesday, May 23 - Plein Air Art Class

Plein Air Art Class
Where: Town Hall Arts, Copper Town Square
When: 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Who: Teens and Adults
How: 209-785-2050  larry@townhallarts.com
Cost: No cost to club members; $5 non-members.
For more info: 209-785-2050  larry@townhallarts.com
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Fresh Strawberry Lemonade Concentrate


May is one of my favorite months of the year. Gardens have been started and there is so
much fresh produce to choose from. Strawberries, especially, are one of my favorites, and
I am always on the look out for quick and easy recipes to use the berries now and later.

Strawberry Lemonade Concentrate
• 3/4 cup strawberry puree (below)
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1 cup lemon juice (approximately 4 lemons)
Mix ingredients together and use immediately or freeze in a small
storage container.
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Story Times


Children's Story Times at our Public Libraries

San Andreas Library: Wednesdays at 10:30 am

Murphys Library: Tuesdays at 11:00 am

Angels Camp Library: Wednesdays at 10:00 am

Valley Springs Library: Thursday the 9th, and Thursday the 23rd at 3:00 pm

West Point Library: 2 Wednesdays per month (call 293-7020 for dates) at 2:30 pm 

Sonora Library: 

  • Runaway Bunnies (Ages 2-3): Tuesdays at 10:30 am
  • Mother Goose (Babies - 2): Wednesdays at 10:30 am
  • Story Time and Crafts (All Ages): Thursdays at 10:30 am

Tuolumne Library: Fridays at 11:00 am ...


Dinner Discounts


Are we missing something? Please let us know!

Want a night out on the town - without breaking the bank? Check out our list of local eateries offering Kids-Eat-Free nights or family discounts!

Tuolumne County:


Applebee's Sonora - 851 Sanguinetti Rd

  • Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday: Kids Eat for $1.49 from 5:00 PM - Close

Perko's Cafe - 824 Mono Way 

  • Buy one Regular Menu item, get one kid's breakfast or dinner for 0.99 with drink included! 

Round Table Pizza - Mono Way

  • Tuesday Family Night Extravaganza features a clown who paints faces and makes balloon animals, from 4 ...

Feeling Froggy


Crafts and Fun

It's just not fair without some frog fun crafts. Here's a great batch of 'em from TLC, since I stayed up way too long entering fair happenings ;-)

-Heather

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