Copperopolis receives mention on travel blog site

California’s Calaveras County with Kids: Family Fun in the Central Sierra Mountain Range

By Tina Buell on February 8, 2013

Two hours south of Sacramento—far removed from the hustle and bustle of state politics—Central Sierra’s rolling foothills, spectacular caverns, and snow-capped peaks are waiting to be discovered.  With over 23 tasting rooms, winter ski resorts, wineries, golf courses, and a myriad of historic lodging accommodations in numerous quaint towns, escaping to Gold Country and exploring Calaveras County with Kids is a no brainer.
From groves of Giant Sequoias and rows of rolling vineyards, to gold panning, museums, and exciting annual events, you’ll wonder why you haven’t come sooner and will have planned your return visit before you’ve even left.

To read complete article click on the link below.

http://blog.trekaroo.com/californias-calaveras-county-with-kids/

Harvest Faire

Town Square Concert Series Presents Tom Rigney and Flambeau, September 24

Copperopolis Town Square proudly presents Tom Rigney and Flambeau at their September 24th, 2011 concert in the park from 7 pm to 10 pm.

Tom Rigney boasts a long list of talents from electric violinist to Cajun fiddler, graphic artist, composer, and leader of the American roots band Flambeau.

Bring your lawn chairs, blankets and friends for an amazing evening under the stars listening to the musical talent of Tom Rigney.

For more information visit http://www.copperopolistownsquare.com/

Big Fish Contest

Big Fish Contest Rules Sponsored by Copper Cove at Lake Tulloch Owners’ Association
KIVA Committee Who can enter: Anyone who fishes Lake Tulloch.
Entry Fee: $10.00 may be paid anytime, prior to fish entry or at the time of the first fish entry.
Under 18 yrs Those under 18 years of age are free.
Time Frame: Jul 1, 2011 through Oct 31, 2011.
Contact: Reneé Irwin (209) 785-7126 reneeirwin@caltel.com BIG FISH CONTEST RULES: 1. All fish must be caught in Lake Tulloch.
2. The contest is in effect from Jul 1, 2011 to Oct 31, 2011.
3. Contestants must have a current valid fishing license. To enter a fish for consideration in the contest, all of the following must be met:
4. Fish entered must have been caught in Lake Tulloch.
5. Contestants may enter fish in each category, there is no limit on how many fish can be entered.
6. The Contest Entry form must be filled out for each entry.
7. Entry Fee is $10.00 for the duration of the contest, Oct 31, 2011. Submit to Reneé Irwin.
8. A clear photograph showing both the fisherman and the fish must be submitted. 9. Entries must be received by Reneé Irwin, 971 Feather Drive Box 111, Copperopolis, CA 95228 or e-mailed to reneeirwin@caltel.com,
Oct 31, 2011. within 30 days following the catch. All entries must be received no later than 10. Any entries adjudged incomplete will be voided, consequently, ineligible for contest consideration. The size of the fish may be determined in one of two ways: 11. The fish may be weighed; or
12. To encourage catch and release, fish weight may be estimated by the Contest Chairman using the
following formula: Length times the Girth Squared, then divided by the Species Factor
(Length X Girth)² / Factor = Weight Bass (1600); Bluegill (1200); Catfish and Stripers (2000); White Bass (1400); Perch (2700);
Crappies (1250); Lake Trout, Brown Trout (2000).
A trophy will be awarded for the heaviest fish in the following categories:
Large Mouth Bass Small Mouth Bass
Trout Brown Trout
Catfish Panfish include: Bluegill, Crappie, Perch.
Categories may be added as deemed necessary. TIES: Joint awards will be made, regardless, whether the entries are weighed or calculated. Trophies

For more information visit http://www.ccltoa.org/will be awarded in January at the CCLTOA meeting, winners will be notified.

"The Sensations" and "Boyz Nite Out" coming to Town Square

The Sensations are coming to Town Square September 17, 2011 from 7-10 pm.

This all girl group including Penny White, Debbie Farrell White, Claudia Streeter and Shelly Streeter, have been singing all over the valley, performing songs and hits of yesteryear and today.

Bring your chairs, blankets and friends for this free concert brought to you by the Copperopolis Town Square.

Boyz Nite Out is a five-part vocal group from San Francisco, CA.
No Instruments? No Problem! Specializing in cover, pop and rockin’ upbeat music, this high energy group combines all-vocal drums, guitars, and horns with smooth 5-part harmony to make you think there’s an entire band on stage!
For over 14 years, Boyz Nite Out has traveled throughout the world appearing at major festivals, corporate events and private performances. The group has worked with such artists as Ray Charles, ELO, Jay Leno, Kool & the Gang and Michael MacDonald and has released 3 full length CD projects selling over 20,000 copies in the United States and Japan.
Get ready for a fun-filled evening of your favorite music from the 50’s through the 90’s, and beyond! You’ll be relaxing “Under the Boardwalk,” singing along with the Beatles, and jumping up to “SHOUT!” And to top it off, you’ll see a special appearance by BNO’s version of the Blues Brothers.
Source Boyzniteout.com.

For more information visit http://www.copperopolistownsquare.com/

Community Picnic hosted by the Copperopolis Veterans

 

$5.00 hotdog, chili, potato salad and soda feast!

Three legged races, water balloon toss,

horse shoes, gunny sack hop,

antique fire engines, WWII jeeps, and free ice cream from Umpqua Bank.

FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!

Copper Kids Club starts September 14, 2011

Copper Kids’ Club is a mid week outreach ministry for kids in the community. This is an opportunity for kids to experience Jesus through worship, drama, games, small groups, crafts, and service. The Copper Kids’ Club leaders are dedicated to engaging and serving the children of Copperopolis. All leaders have gone through an application process.

Copper Kids’ Club is designed for kids in Kindergarten through 6th grade. WE do have a Pre-K class that has limited space. The first ten registered Pre-Kers will be taken for the year. 

For more information visit http://www.coppercanyonchurch.org/home.cfm or call Pastor Sean at 785-9295

Copperopolis Town Square Presents Joni Morris September 10, 2011

The Copperopolis Town Square is proud to present Joni Morris at their September 10, 2011 free concert in the park.

Joni, from Stockton, California, has traveled nationally for the past fifteen years with her extremely talented “Jordanaires singing style” four-piece band.  Audiences love her tributes to the music of Patsy Cline, Connie Francis, Legendary Ladies in Country Music, Christmas Shows, and Joni’s own original music, included in every show.

Courtesy photo

Quilt Raffle to raise funds for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society

Stacey Nolan, CAL FIRE firefighter and CFPD volunteer, will be running in a marathon this November to raise money for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.
Stacey is running this marathon in memory of her Uncle Sonny and Copper Fire Chief Dennis Powers, both taken away by diseases with no cure.
This is Stacey's second marathon. Her first was the Nike Woman's Marathon '09 in San Francisco.
To aid in her efforts, a local family has donated a hand stitched king top quilt to raffle for the cause. The quilt was made in the late '60's by Edie Cody, a gift for her son. It is completely cross stitched, and then hand quilted. It is a one-of-a-kind. The quilt will fit the top of a Cal King.
The quilt is on display in the Copperopolis library where tickets are available for purchase; 6 for $5.00 or $1.00 each.

Harvest Faire

Bark n Bubbles announces new Groomer

Bark n Bubbles Self Service Dog wash in Lake Tulloch plaza will begin offering professional dog grooming for your favorite four legged friend beginning September 14, 2011
Gloria Gonzalez will be the new Bark n Bubbles professional dog groomer. Gloria will alos be offering doggie day care. For appointments please call 878-0755 or 604-1789 .
(If you would like to be a groomers assistant please call Gloria.)

Beginning Quilting Workshop This Saturday

The Lake Tulloch Quilters will be hosting a beginners quilting workshop on Saturday September 3, 2011 from 9:30 to 1:30 pm at Blackcreek Park Homeowners Building.

This workshop is for the beginner, novice, or the person that has always dreamed of quilting. No experience necessary.

For more information please contact Pat Hopper at 785-3631

Copper Library Summer Readers logged in 600 hours of reading

Over the summer the Copperopolis branch library hosted their yearly Summer Reading Program titled "one World Many Stories" from June 7th to August 12, 2011, with 42 children participating in the reading program, logging in just over 600 hours of summer reading.

The summer reading program wasn't just about reading, it was about crafts, exploration of other countries, and sharing stories. Volunteers, Aurora Qualls and Carla Lucas, arranged free weekly craft classes for the children. Each craft correlated to a story from 'around the world' that was read to the children.

Josh Pfeiffer Visits the Morning Show at 92.7

Local Crooner Josh Pfeiffer, who will be performing at the September 3, 2011 Outdoor Concert at Copperopolis Town Square at 7 pm, visited the 92.7 morning show.
To hear the interview and clips of his music visit .http://www.kzsq.com/2011/08/josh-pfeiffer-visits-the-morning-show

Bark n Bubbles Grand Opening - bubbles of fun

Saturday August 27, 2011 was the Grand Opening for the new self service dog wash Bark n Bubbles, located in Lake Tulloch Plaza by IGA.

Doggies of all sorts brought their owners to visit the new shop to get a good wash or just to shop for new toys.

One family's four-legged friend was treated to a family scrub down with mother and son pulling double duty with the bubbles and the scrubbing. The mom said it was so much nicer than putting her dog in the tub at home. Not hard on the back at all and fun for her young son.

'Daisy' the Diva

Puppy baths= family fun time

Bark n Bubbles Hours of operation are Wed – Sun 10-6

For more information call 209-785-9274

Spellman Still Working on County Noise Ordinance

Together with Supervisor Wilensky, Copperopolis resident Jack Cox, County Counsel Janice Elliot, Supervisor Darren Spellman has been working on a noise ordinance plan for Calaveras County.

"One size fits all does not work" said Spellman, pointing out that what may work in West Point may not work on Lake Tulloch, the county will need "site specific policies."

Spellman said that as soon as the County Planning Director gets a handle on the general plan and the plan is pushed through with what is required by the state to become compliant, then a generic noise ordinance can be put in place with site specific community plans including their own noise ordinances.

Generic noise ordinances usually include policies that require no loud noises after 10 pm Sunday through Thursday and after midnight Friday and Saturday.

Coldwell Banker Raises Money for the Copperopolis Friends of the Library

Coldwell Banker Copperopolis has long been a supporter of the Copperopolis Friends of the Library (FOTL). The consistent support they show for the library has been unwavering throughout the years, selling hotdogs at homecoming, holding raffles and silent auctions.

August 20, 2011 Coldwell Banker held a raffle to raise funds for the Copperopolis FOTL at the well attended Town Square Summerfest. Raffle prizes ranged from gift certificates to wine baskets, candy to clothing, with the piece d’resistance a gas bar-b-que. Many waited with baited breath as they spun the ticket basket for the large bar-b-que donated by Town Square. After the name was called screams erupted and the lucky winner, Stacey, hugged and high fived all those congratulating her.

Coldwell Banker raised $1,500.00 this year for the Copperopolis Friends of the Library.

The Coldwell Banker Summerfest Raffle and Homecoming Auction gang consisted of Kathy Williams, Jamie Rhinehart, Sonja Winfield, Melinda Stanley,  along with friend and fellow supporters Caryn Garner and Wayne Winfield.

A special thanks was sent out from Coldwell Banker to Linda Stefanick of Town Square for her generous help in the last minute preparations for the raffle held at the Town Square Summerfest.

Recall is a Go – Interview with Michael McDaniel

In a telephone interview 8-29-11, Michael McDaniel, the driving force behind the  Supervisor Spellman recall effort, stated that the recall has been “approved and on the move.”

According to McDaniel, Calaveras County “has approved our petition and verbiage and have given us the green light to start collecting signatures.”

McDaniel and recall supporters have until November 28, 2011 to collect 1702 valid signatures of registered voter residents within the previous District 5. “Our goal is to collect 2000” said McDaniels, hoping to offset the possible invalid signature potential, saying that supporters of the recall don’t want anything “to hamper the recall” effort.

When asked when signature collection would begin, McDaniels stated, “Signatures will begin to be collected by the end of this week.” He also asked for those who wished to become involved to contact him at 981-7200.

In an earlier interview with Supervisor Spellman, Spellman felt that the recall effort was hampering his effectiveness as a Supervisor, stating, “There are so many things I am working on, it (the recall effort) takes away from my ability to be as effective as I could be.” He also asked that voters contact him with any questions and wishing to dispel rumors, he says, “talk to me.”

Spellman can be reached via email at  dspellman@co.calaveras.ca.us

Fancy Pans – So much more than a Kitchen Store

If you are entertaining important clients or having the family over for a relaxed bar-b-que, you will find just what you need to make your party a success at Fancy Pans.

As with most kitchen stores, Fancy Pans carries the requisite pots, pans, knives and kitchen implements, but the collection of kitchen gadgetry and entertaining must-haves, goes way beyond anyones idea of ‘basic’ kitchen necessities.

There are jams, jellies and honey’s from Oregon, bar-b-que supplies that most any man in your life would love to own, linen and cotton towels, adorable collectors salt and pepper shakers,  decorative wine corks and serving trays, cheese slicers, cook books, cleaners and more. If you need something spur of the moment, they most likely have something to fill your needs, but be prepared to find more than you were shopping for and items that you can’t believe you ever lived without all at extremely affordable prices.

Umpqua Bank , Learn to Earn- teaching saving principles early

Umpqua Bank believes in investing its time and energy into the community through many community service orgaizations to benefit the community within which they operate their branches.

Copperopolis Branch pushes that thought process just a little further, jumping in with their boots on when seemingly any organization asks for support or help. Throughout the years they have helped with the food pantry, collecting school supplies for the school and to hand out to children in need, held open house Parks and Rec info / customer appreciation days, displayed quilts for veterans, schools, fire departments, and so much more.

As the new school year starts, Umpqua Bank employees will be volunteering their time before their work day begins to teach the children of Copperopolis Elementary the fundamentals and benefits of saving. This will be the third year Umpqua Bank has offered and run this program for the children at the elementary school.