The Albert Shafsky House bed and breakfast inn in Placerville blog. Find out about innkeeping from an innkeeper in California. We have been innkeeping in Placerville, California for over 8 years. Keep up with the happenings in California's beautiful, historic Gold Country, in the foothills between Sacramento and South Lake Tahoe.
Saturday, October 06, 2012
Friday, October 05, 2012
Wednesday, September 26, 2012
Our pals at the ARC....
Sign up by Oct 3rd.
Minimum numbers need to be met to hold this class. Pre-payment required.
Act now!
Minimum numbers need to be met to hold this class. Pre-payment required.
Act now!
Japanese Drumming Workshop
Saturday, October 6th 4:30 – 7:30 pm
Come and learn the powerful art of Taiko (Japanese drumming)! Taiko is a comprehensive art form that includes elements of music, dance, martial arts, theater, and team sports. No experience or musical ability is necessary. We will cover everything from the history of the art form to learning an entire song! Students will also learn about the Japanese culture and its values of respect, spirit, perseverance, and teamwork. Kristy Oshiro is an artistic staff member of Sacramento Taiko Dan, Creative Director of Placer Ume Taiko, and has over 20 years of Taiko experience. Her training began at age 9 with Kona Daifukuji Taiko in Kona, Hawai'i. From 2001-2007 she toured professionally with Portland Taiko in Oregon. Kristy has a Bachelor's Degree in music performance in percussion from Portland State University and teaches Taiko workshops at the Northwest Regional Taiko Gathering and the North American Taiko Conference. She also tours nationally and internationally with Jodaiko and Taikoza. Ages 9+ welcome. Contact ARC to sign up and for meeting location (Coloma area).
Saturday, October 6th 4:30 – 7:30 pm
Come and learn the powerful art of Taiko (Japanese drumming)! Taiko is a comprehensive art form that includes elements of music, dance, martial arts, theater, and team sports. No experience or musical ability is necessary. We will cover everything from the history of the art form to learning an entire song! Students will also learn about the Japanese culture and its values of respect, spirit, perseverance, and teamwork. Kristy Oshiro is an artistic staff member of Sacramento Taiko Dan, Creative Director of Placer Ume Taiko, and has over 20 years of Taiko experience. Her training began at age 9 with Kona Daifukuji Taiko in Kona, Hawai'i. From 2001-2007 she toured professionally with Portland Taiko in Oregon. Kristy has a Bachelor's Degree in music performance in percussion from Portland State University and teaches Taiko workshops at the Northwest Regional Taiko Gathering and the North American Taiko Conference. She also tours nationally and internationally with Jodaiko and Taikoza. Ages 9+ welcome. Contact ARC to sign up and for meeting location (Coloma area).
Cost: $35/Members, $45/non-members.
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We encourage you to support ARC programs
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Contact Julie at 530-621-1224, or Julie@arconservancy.org
Thank you for leaving dogs at home for these ARC events.
Our Mission
The American River Conservancy serves our community by protecting and enhancing natural habitats where wildlife can flourish. Through education and recreation we promote a broad ethic of stewardship, ensuring healthy ecosystems now and for the future.
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Mailing Address:
American River Conservancy
PO Box 562
Coloma, CA 95613
US
Contact Name: Juile Andert
Telephone Number: (530) 621-1224
Friday, August 10, 2012
Winery happenings
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On August 18 & 19, 2012 Colibri Ridge will be holding their second annual Port & Cheesecake Festival from 11:00 to 5:00 on both days. At this very tasty tradition you will once again be able to savor the favors of the various cheesecakes that are prepared specifically to be paired with exquisite Ports. Once again, Jonny Mojo will be entertaining you out on the patio.
Only $7.50 per person which includes a logo glass. Please RVSP by calling the winery at (530) 620-7255 or online at www.colibriridge.com.
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Monday, July 30, 2012
Winery happenings next weekend.
Look what is going on next weekend.....
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5th Annual Slug Fest
This annual event will take place this year on Saturday and Sunday August 4th & 5th from 11:00 to 5:00 on both days. Colibri Ridge and dkcellars have asked our neighboring winery Perry Creek to pinch-hit in place of Oakstone/Obscurity Cellars, due to the disastrous fire that occurred at Oakstone Winery. Since Perry Creek's property/vineyards adjoins both Colibri Ridge's and dkcellar's properties it was a logical fit, therefore keeping the Slug Gulch theme alive this year. Rest assured, Oakstone/Obscurity will be back in the future.
Each winery will be featuring wines that are made from the grapes grown from these estate vineyards. Light appetizers will also be served at each winery. To ease the burden on our dishwashers there is a $5.00 charge for the commemorative glass, which will be waived when returning with a previous years SlugFest glass.
We look forward to seeing you next weekend.
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www.colibriridge.com | 6100 Gray Rock Road, Fair Play, CA
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Wednesday, July 11, 2012
Oakstone Winery destroyed by fire July 7th, 2012
For those who have been wondering about Oakstone Winery, here is the article that was in the Mountain Democrat
Oakstone: Fire destroys winery
Oakstone Winery in Fair Play was destroyed in a fire early in the morning of July 7.
The fire was reported at 4:05 a.m. and fire crews were on scene at 4:19 a.m., said Pioneer Fire Protection District Chief Robert Gill, who also acted as the incident commander.
“When we arrived, the facility was already 75 to 80 percent already involved,” he said. “So much was already on fire. We took a defensive (stance) to keep it confined.” There was no other exposure, he said, and no wildland caught fire.
The fire, which began on the south end of the facility and worked its way north, took between 20,000 and 25,000 gallons of water to put out, mostly shuttled in from a nearby mobile home park, Gill said.
By 5:57 a.m., the fire was out and an “extensive” mop-up phase began, Gill said. The winery had no smoke or heat detectors and had no sprinkler system. At 11:10 a.m., the operation was complete, he said.
“It was a multi-million dollar loss,” Gill said. “Luckily, it’s covered by insurance.” He said that John and Susan Smith, who have owned the winery since 1996 and opened it for tasting in 1997, are “going to rebuild” what they have lost.
El Dorado County Fire, Diamond Springs Fire, Amador Fire and Cal Fire also responded. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.
Tuesday, July 10, 2012
Summer Concert Series
So, it is that time of year for summer music at some of the El Dorado County Wineries....
Don't miss Boeger on Friday nights for Sunset Sippin = live music, wine, fun. Just $5 per carload (not this Friday thou as Yarnival is back!
On Friday, July 13th at 6 pm ParaVi hosts live music by the Used Blue Duo! Tom might even let you taste some futures! The rest of their summer line up is below.
Don't miss Boeger on Friday nights for Sunset Sippin = live music, wine, fun. Just $5 per carload (not this Friday thou as Yarnival is back!
On Friday, July 13th at 6 pm ParaVi hosts live music by the Used Blue Duo! Tom might even let you taste some futures! The rest of their summer line up is below.
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