Events Calendar
What's Happening in Columbia...
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| Apr 23-May 16 |
Master Class
by Terrence McNally |
East Sonora Theatre |
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Janis Stevens returns as opera diva Maria Callas. Glamorous, larger than life, and drop-dead funny, she's here to teach a master class as we look on, and offers us an intimate look into her life: her tumultuous affairs, her ugly duckling start; fierce hatred of rivals; and the unforgiving press. Beautiful arias weave through this tour-de-force exploration of creative passion and immense sacrifice for great art. Winner of the 1996 Tony Award and Drama Desk Award for Best Play. "rich, vivid, satisfying theater." .NY Times. "This is a night to remember." NY Post Click Here for a great 49er Ranch special package to see Master Class! | ||
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The Diary of Anne Frank Frances Goodrich and Albert Hackett, newly adapted by Wendy Kesselman |
Stage 3 Sonora |
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In this transcendently powerful new adaptation by Wendy Kesselman, Anne Frank emerges from history a living, lyrical, intensely gifted young girl, who confronts her rapidly changing life and the increasing horror of her time with astonishing honesty, wit, and determination. An impassioned drama about the lives of eight people hiding from the Nazis in a concealed storage attic, "The Diary of Anne Frank" captures the claustrophobic realities of their daily existence - their fear, their hope, their laughter, their grief. Each day of these two dark years, Anne's voice shines through: "When I write I shake off all my cares. But I want to achieve more than that. I want to be useful and bring enjoyment to all people, even those I've never met. I want to go on living even after my death!" This is a new adaptation for a new generation. Click Here for a great 49er Ranch special package to see The Diary of Anne Frank! | ||
| Sep 17-Oct 17 |
Red, White and Tuna by Jaston Williams, Joe Sears and Ed Howard |
The Fallon House - Columbia |
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Like a Texas tumbleweed, the characters of Tuna, Texas just keep on rollin' along. The much anticipated third installment in the Tuna trilogy takes the audience on another satirical ride into the hearts of Texas' third smallest town. Tuna's perennial favorites plus some new Tuna denizens set the stage for fireworks and fun from the land where the Lion's Club is too liberal and Patsy Cline never dies. "A nonstop laugh-a-thon full of sight-gags, jokes and clever one-liners delivered with impeccable comic timing." Press Telegram Click Here for a great 49er Ranch special package to see Red, White and Tuna! | ||
| Oct 22-Dec 18 |
White Christmas by Irving Berlin |
East Sonora Theater |
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Back by Popular Demand! A merry and bright theatrical experience for the whole family. Two showbiz buddies put on a show to save a rustic Vermont inn, and find their perfect mates in the bargain. Full of dancing, laughter and great Irving Berlin songs including "Blue Skies," "I Love A Piano," "How Deep Is the Ocean" and the title song. "You'll go home happy. I don't see how anyone who loves Broadway musicals can fail to be pleased by so polished and ingenious a show." -- The Wall Street Journal Click Here for a great 49er Ranch special package to see White Christmas! | Nov 5-Dec 19 |
The Andrews Sisters: Christmas of Swing Developed by Bob Beverage, Music by Various |
The Fallon House - Columbia |
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Enjoy an irresistible hug of nostalgia, as the Andrews Sisters return with a Christmas Eve USO show featuring actual letters home from WWII troops. LaVerne, Maxine and Patty harmonize on sassy numbers like "I've Got a Guy in Kalamazoo," and "Scrub Me Mama, With a Boogie Beat," as well as beautiful renditions of holiday favorites. When friends Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye and Abbott and Costello show up, it becomes a spirited tribute to a simpler time. "...[the] infectious sense of joy on stage spreads to the audience." talkinbroadway.com Click Here for a great 49er Ranch special package to see The Andrews Sisters: Christmas of Swing! | ||
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For more details about the plays, future plays or theater locations, visit their Websites... Sierra Repertory Theatre (SRT) - WebsiteStage 3 Productions - Website |
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What's Happening in the Columbia Area... |
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2nd Saturday of Month 1-4pm |
Gold Rush Days Volunteers in period costumes staff a variety of venues, from the bowling alley (yes!), the Wells Fargo office, the old schoolhouse, full book store and replica dry goods stores. |
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Every Saturday & Sunday @ 11am |
Town Tours Meet in front of the Columbia Museum on Main St. Also check out our "Family Fun Pack" Self-Guide Columbia Tour - available at the Museum. For large groups, special tours may be arranged in advance by calling 209-588-9128. |
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| September 11th |
California Admission Day September 9th, 1850 is the actual day that California joined the Union. It was a few weeks later that the town found this out and celebrated... Organized by the Native Sons of the Golden West, Parlor No. 258. For information, call 209-588-8475. |
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September 18th 5-8 p.m. |
Back to School 1861 Open house at the old schoolhouse on the hill. Including a rare opporutnity to climb the old staircase to the upper floor, ring the bell, experience an 1860s class in session, schoolyard games, music and more. For information, call 209-588-9128. |
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September 19th 9-5 p.m. |
38th Annual Columbia Art Show This fine art show features almost 50 local painters, sculptors and photographers who will display their art on the shady streets of the Columbia State Historic Park. This event is FREE to the public. For more information, call 209-536-9047. |
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| September 25th |
28th Annual Poison Oak Show at the St. Charles Saloon on the north end of Columbia State Historic Park. Sponsored by the St. Charles Saloon. For more information, call 209-533-4656. |
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October 2nd All Day |
The 28th Annual Fiddle & Bango Contest and Chili Cook-Off Yes, "bango" - there was a misprint on the contest T-shirts years ago, and the name stuck! The Contest is FREE to the viewing public. Come on down to the gazebo in Columbia State Historic Park with your lawn chairs, hats and sunscreen and root for your favorite musicians. For $5 get your miner's tin cup, spoon, and ballot and enjoy chili cooked and served by Columbia Chamber teams at various locations in town. Click Here for a great 49er Ranch special Fiddle and Bango Contest package! |
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October 2nd All Day |
17th Annual Calaveras Grape Stomp Harvesting Family Fun and Frivolity in Murphys! Set in idyllic Murphys Park amid white gazebo, Angels Creek, picnic tables, shady oak trees and green lawns, the Calaveras Grape Stomp is the cornerstone of Calaveras events, bringing thousands of spirited stompers and gawkers to enjoy a full day of frivolity. The Stomp runs in conjunction with the Murphys Gold Rush Street Faire filling Murphys Main Street with art, crafts, and food booths. For more information on Calaveras wineries and more information on the 2010 Calaveras Grape Stomp, visit online at calaveraswines.org or call (866) 806-9463. |
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October 9-10 All Day |
The 26th Annual Columbia Harvest FestiFall Join us for a cornucopia of country crafts, comestibles, demonstrations of skills, and music and dancing on the shady streets of Columbia State Historic Park, decorated for the harvest season. Wear your Gold Rush duds and enjoy a visit to the past. Fun for everyone! Sponsored by the Columbia Chamber of Commerce. For more information, call 209-536-1672. Click Here for a great 49er Ranch special Harvest Festifall package! |
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October 30th 5:30 pm |
The Annual Illumination of Jack-O'-Lanterns Bring your carved gourds to the Columbia Museum on Main Street for judging, and enjoy the live musical entertainment. Prizes will be awarded for the most original, most gruesome, most entertaining, etc. At dusk the jack-o-lanterns will be illuminated. Sponsored by the Columbia Chamber of Commerce, this event is free, and fun for all ages. For more information, call 209-536-1672. Click Here for a great 49er Ranch special Halloween weekend package! |
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November 11 11 a.m. |
Veteran's Day Remembrance In Columbia's historic cemetery the Columbia Foot Dragoons explain the significance of Veterans Day and how it came into being, and fire a single volley. For more information, call 209-536-1672. |
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Nov 26 - Dec 19 |
Columbia Candy Kitchen Cane Making Participate in making traditional candy canes during the holidays. Must send a request to the store by postcard before Labor Day to enter lottery for reservations. Organized by Nelson's Columbia Candy Kitchen. For information, call 209-532-7886. |
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 Sonora Skatepark! - For the kids! From California Highway 108 When you enter the Sonora area exit Mono Way, Go West. Travel about .75 of a mile on Mono Way to Greenley Road, Go North (right). The park will be about .75 of a mile up on your left. The park is free, concrete, and outdoors. |
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Ironstone Vineyards -
A "Must See" 1894 Six Mile Road, Murphys, CA 95247 The Gold Country's Premier Winery & Entertainment Complex Open Daily - 10am-6pm - Complimentary Tours & Tastings Phone 209-728-1251 or visit their Website |
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New Melones Lake Visitor Center Interpretive Events The Visitor Center is located on Hwy 49, between Angels Camp & Sonora. Phone 209-536-9094 ext 22 for info & event schedules. |
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