Murphys Activities, Gold Country, Fun things to do

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 February 17, 2010 and ongoing - Ironstone Vineyards Museum - Benitoite Exhibit, presented by local winemaker, Brett Keller.  This is an awesome collection of our very own official California Gem Stone, found only in California.  They are stunning blue crystals in their natural rock formations.  This very educational presentation of these rare stones would be of interest to any California Native as well as rock hounds and the curious.  Exhibit runs through February. 

February 17. 2010 and ongoing - Knit Nights at MaisieBlue's - MaisieBlue's weekly Knit Nights will be held Thursdays from 6-9pm.  Grab your projects (knit, crochet, quilting, sewing...whatever makes you happy) and join us for a few hours of chatting, crafting and meeting up with new and familiar faces. Coffee and tea are at hand to keep us fortified as we chat and craft together.  The shop is located next door to Alchemy Market near the corner of Scott and Main Streets.  Contact us at maisieblue@gmail.com for more information.

February 19, 2010 - Fridays At Alchemy.  Matt Cullen Delivers style with pop, country and jazz vocal performances from the 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond every Friday on our patio from 5:30-8.  The music is free, and there's room to dance.  .

February 20, 2010 - Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Murphys are available at no charge on Saturday mornings at 10am leaving from the Old Timers Museum across from the Murphys Hotel. Please contact Bob Buchanan at 209-728-3517 to confirm that there will be a walking tour (always a good idea) or to set up a tour for a group of 12 or more.

February 20, 2010 - Angels Murphy's Rotary presents Spring Break in February - 6 pm at the Fairgrounds - Cheeseburgers in Paradise, Tropical Treats, Margarita Mania, Kooky Contests and Bodacious Raffles and Live Music.  Tickets available at Milliare Winery in Murphys, Ace Hardware in Arnold, Goldrush Internet in Angels Camp and Pacific West in Copperopolis.

February 20, 2010 - Beginners Basic Wine Essentials at Ironstone from 1pm-2:30 pm - Taught by Ironstone's Concierge and Ambassador, Conrad Levasseur, this class looks at the very basics of wine, nothing fancy or complicated. Differences in California's most popular varietal grapes so that you can feel comfortable walking into any tasting room or bottle shop.  Learn some simple wine and food pairings and get a brief glimpse into the history of this extraordinary international beverage.  $20  per person.  For reservations call 209-728-1251 or visit the website at www.IronstoneVineyards.com.

February 24, 2010 - Tanner Vineyards Wine & Cooking Series  - Please join us for our Tanner Vineyards Wine & Cooking series!  Enjoy our Hearty Soups wine and cooking class Wednesday, February 24^th at 5:30 pm, $50 per person, $40 wine club members, paid in advance.  Please call 209.728-8229 for reservations and additional information.

March 20, 2010 - Murphys Irish Day - Join us for a celebration of Murphys Irish Heritage from 10-5.  Each year thousands of people from Northern California and beyond gather in the historic gold rush town of Murphys to honor its Celtic heritage and to celebrate as only the Irish can.  Our picturesque Main Street is filled with booths offering hand crafted items, original art, photographs, tasty food, wine, and other beverages.  Enjoy the parade at 11 and stay to enjoy free live entertainment all day long.  Buy raffle tickets and you may be the winner of a trip to Ireland.  Visit www.murphysirishday.org for additional information or to get involved as volunteer, entertainer or vendor What's Happening in Murphys