Thursday, October 1st, Eastern Plumas Health Care Foundation will host their annual charity golf tournament at the beautiful Whitehawk Ranch Golf Club.

The event highlights will include a pre-tournament horse race. Lunch and tournament prizes are part of the fun which includes a “Closest-to-the-Pin” and an “In the Circle” contest. There will be a CareFlight helicopter landing and free blood pressure checks by EPHC Ambulance staff.

This is a big fundraiser for Eastern Plumas Health Care and registration fees are tax deductible. This year they hope to raise enough funds for a Wireless Electrocardiogram (EKG) Transmission system. Using this equipment, a patient’s EKG could be sent to the receiving hospital from the ambulance while en route. For sponsorship information or to make a donation, call Julie or Regina at (530) 832-6564 or email jaguiar@ephc.org. Donations may be made to EPHC Foundation, 500 First Avenue, Portola, CA 96122.

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Bike MS: The Great Basin Sierra Ride
September 12 & 13
Graeagle, CA

Bike MS is organized by the National MS Society · Great Basin Sierra Office, All America Chapter to support services for those suffering with Multiple Sclerosis and to help fund research for a cure. Bike MS: The Great Basin Sierra Ride takes place September 12 & 13 in picturesque Graeagle, California.

The event goes for two days, with lots of route choices and an option for 140 total miles. Individuals and teams are invited to participate. Any group of four or more people can form a team.

After registering, riders receive everything needed to collect contributions. By using the organization’s online fundraising tools, it is easy for friends and family of participants to contribute to the ride. Raising more than the minimum amount of $250 also makes a participant eligible to win great prizes. Registration is available up until the morning of the ride. If you can’t ride, you can still help by supporting a participant.

The National Multiple Sclerosis Society is working towards their goal for a world free from MS. They simultaneously fund research for a cure while also helping people who currently live with MS lead more fulfilling lives.

For more information on the ride or to make a donation supporting the ride, contact:
National MS Society · Great Basin Sierra Office, All America Chapter
4600 Kietzke Lane, Suite K-225, Reno, NV 89502 · 775 329-7180 (Option 2) · nvn@nmss.org

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Sep.
. 1-Quincy, CA: Shared Trail Etiquette Awareness Day. Plumas Sierra Equestrian Facility Picnic area at Plumas-Sierra County Fairgrounds – Lee Road entrance at 5:30pm.530-283-3305 or 530- 283-1619

Sep. 1-Maybe, CA: Tacos on Tuesday. 5-7pm.Sponsored by the Calpine Elks Lodge. Highway 70. 530-832-5785

Sep. 2-Sloat, CA: Sloat Towne Hall. Community Luncheon. 12pm. 530-836-1762

Sep. 3-Quincy, CA: Farmer’s Market. 530-283-3528

Sep. 3- Susanville, CA: Diamond Mountain Casino & Hotel. “Karaoke” 9pm-1:30am. 900 Skyline Dr. 530-252-1100 www.diamondmountaincasino.com

Sep. 4 – Beckwourth, CA: Sierra Valley Farms Certified Farmer’s Market. Located at Sierra Valley Farms at 1329 County Road A23. Free chef demonstration at Noon featuring Guy Frenette of Moody’s Bistro & Lounge and Certified farmers market until 2:30pm.530-832-0114

Sep. 4-5 –Susanville, CA: Diamond Mountain Casino & Hotel. “DJ Outlaw” 9pm-1:30am. 900 Skyline Dr. Willow Room.530-252-1100 www.diamondmountaincasino.com

Sep. 4-5 –Susanville, CA: Diamond Mountain Casino & Hotel. “Dale Poune” 8pm-1am. 900 Skyline Dr. Sports Bar. 530-252-1100 www.diamondmountaincasino.com

Sep. 4-6 –Lake Almanor, CA: Lakeside at Plumas Pines Resort. Live music by Nothin Personal.

Music starts around 9 pm. 530-259-2282

Sep. 4-6 –Quincy, CA: Joshua Fest. Christian Music Festival. Plumas-Sierra County Fairgrounds.
530-283-6315

Sep. 4-6 –Graeagle, CA: Antique Fair. Friday12-6pm. Saturday 9-5pm. Sunday 10-4pm.
Sponsored by the Eastern Plumas Chamber of Commerce at the Graeagle Firehall. Antiques presented by reputable dealers. Free to the public. 530-836-6811

Sep. 5 –Susanville, CA: Marine Corps League “Breakfast” 7am-11am. Veterans Memorial Bldg. $5 for adults, under 5 free. 530-257-2680 530-257-8006

Sep. 5 –Susanville, CA: Lassen Land & Trails Trust.”Farmers Market” 8am-12pm. Susanville Rail Road Depot 601 Richmond Rd. David Sowers 530-257-3252 www.lassenlandandtrails.com

Sep. 5 –Susanville, CA: Mariners Resort Dance “Live Band” 509-725 Stone Rd.530-825-3333

Sep. 5 –Blairsden, CA: Hoedown-at-the-Barn. Evening of western dance & BBQ.Live music by the Stone & Straw Band. No host bar at 5:30pm. Dinner at 6:00pm. The Big White Barn. Corner of Hwys 70 & 89. 530-836-0790

Sep. 5- Lake Almanor, CA: Lake Almanor Peninsula Arts & Crafts Faire. 530-596-3282

Sep. 6-Graeagle, CA: Feather River Dixieland Jazz. Featuring Jazz City and 20^th Century Jazz Bands. Graeagle Picnic Grounds. 1-5 pm. 530-836-1373

Sep. 7- Free Fishing Day: Free fishing day is a day when anyone 16 years or over no license is required – For information call Fish and Game

Sep. 10-Quincy, CA: Words and Music. Morning Thunder Café. Cory Clayton & Ryan Baur. Doors open at 6:45pm. 530-283-3402

Sep. 10-Susanville, CA: Lassen County Chamber of Commerce Mixer hosted by Artisan Coffee, Steve’s Pumps, & Pizza Factory. 464-440 Church St. 5:30-7:30pm.530-257-4323

Sep. 10-Susanville, CA: Diamond Mountain Casino & Hotel .”Karaoke” 9pm-1:30am. 900 Skyline Dr. 530-252-1100 www.diamondmountaincasino.com

Sep. 10-Janesville, CA: Honey Lake Valley Riders” Playday/Gymkhana”,Janesville Park. Bill or Marlene 530-253-3696

Sep. 11 – Beckwourth, CA: Sierra Valley Farms Certified Farmer’s Market. 530-832-0114

Sep. 11-Chester, CA: Art Walk. Art, Food, Music. 5-8pm. Chester Art Galleries. 530-258-2426

Sep. 11-12- Lake Almanor, CA: Lakeside at Plumas Pines Resort. Live music by Loose Change. Music starts around 9pm. 530-259-2282

Sep. 11-12- Chester, CA: 23rd Annual Street Rod Extravaganza. Friday – Registration & Car Show
Saturday – Car Show, Poker Run, Poker Walk. 530-258-2426

Sep. 11-12- Susanville, CA: Diamond Mountain Casino & Hotel. “DJ Mr. B” 9pm-1:30am. 900 Skyline Dr. Willow Room. 530-252-1100 www.diamondmountaincasino.com

Sep. 11-12- Susanville, CA: Diamond Mountain Casino & Hotel. “Stu Speer” 8pm-1am. 900 Skyline Dr. Sports Bar.530-252-1100 www.diamondmountaincasino.com.

Sep. 11-13- Greenville, CA: Patriot’s Day Endurance. Horseback Ride. Coppercreek Camp. 530-284-6328

Sep. 12 -Susanville, CA: Lassen Land & Trails Trust “Farmers Market” 8am-12pm. Susanville Rail Road Depot. 601 Richmond Rd. David Sowers 530-257-3252 www.lassenlandandtrails.com

Sep. 12 -Quincy, CA: Quincy Ducks Unlimited. Fundraiser, Dinner, Auction & Raffle. 5:00pm. Quincy Veterans Hall. Tickets 530-283-5240

Sep. 12-Quincy, CA: American Valley Speedway. Final Points Race. Plumas-Sierra County Fairgrounds in Quincy. 530-283-2175

Sep. 12-13 –Graeagle, CA: Bike MS: Great Basin Sierra Ride. Two-day ride that benefits the Multiple Sclerosis Society. Register 775-329-7180.

www.bikenvn.nationalmssociety.org/site/PageServer?pagename=BIKE_NVN_homepage

Sep. 12-13 –Susanville, CA: Redwood Trails to host ” Eagle Lake Triathlon” www.redwoodtrails.com

Sep. 13– Beckwourth, CA: Fly-In and Pancake Breakfast. All you can eat breakfast, Gin Fizz Booth. Music by Code Bluegrass. Lots of Prizes. Drawing for Polaris 400 Quad. $8/Adults and $6 12 & under. Get 1 free raffle ticket: For each ticket purchased in advance from a Rotarian and/or for each canned food item you bring for our food drive. Reno Radio Control Club Airplane Display. Car Show with Classic Cars and MG’s & Antique Trucks. Monster Truck rides on Airborne Ranger. Fundraiser for Portola High School Scholarship. Beckwourth Nervino Airport. 530-832-6940 www.RotaryClubOfPortola.com

Sep. 14–Susanville , CA: Diamond Mountain Casino & Hotel. “Monday Night Football Charger at Raiders ” 7:15pm. 900 Skyline Dr. Willow Room. 530-252-1100 www.diamondmountaincasino.com

Sep. 17–Susanville , CA: Diamond Mountain Casino & Hotel.”Karaoke” 9pm-1:30am. 900 Skyline Dr. 530-252-1100 www.diamondmountaincasino.com

Sep. 17–Susanville , CA: Lassen County Economic & Demographic Workshop. 10am-12:30pm. 1616 Chestnut St. Pre-registration required, $65 (includes registration, a County Profile and refreshments) Joe Donaldson, Event Coordinator at the Center for Economic Development and Northeastern California State University, Chico 530-898-4598 www.cedcal.com

Sep. 18-Portola, CA: Words and Music.7pm. Monthly series of acoustic music and the spoken word featuring the original work of regional artists. Open mike sign up at the door. 530-832-4518/530-283-3402

Sep. 18-19-Susanville, CA: Diamond Mountain Casino & Hotel. “DJ M:Mortal” 9pm-1:30am. 900 Skyline Dr. Willow Room. 530-252-1100 www.diamondmountaincasino.com .

Sep. 18-19- Diamond Mountain Casino & Hotel. “Night Flight” 8pm-1am. 900 Skyline Dr. Sports Bar. 530-252-1100 www.diamondmountaincasino.com.

Sep. 19-Lake Almanor, CA: Lakeside at Plumas Pines Resort. Music by Electric Circus. Music starts around 9pm.530-259-2282

Sep. 19-Chester, CA: Sierra Institute Tour. “Ecosystem Services and the Almanor Basin.”530-284-1022

Sep. 19-Graeagle, CA: Art Bark in the Park. 11am- 3pm.Sponsored by the High Sierra Animal Rescue in the park. “A fun, frivolous doggie day.” Karen Neely 530-836-2960

Sep. 19- Greenville, CA: Annual Italian Dinner. St. Anthony’s. 5-8pm.530-284-6882

Sep. 19-Susanville, CA: Lassen Land & Trails Trust “Farmers Market” 8am-12pm. Susanville Rail Road Depot 601 Richmond Rd. David Sowers 530-257-3252 www.lassenlandandtrails.com

Sep. 19- Susanville, CA: Diamond Mountain Casino & Hotel. “UFC 103 – Swick Vs. Kampmann ” 900 Skyline Dr. Willow Room. 530-252-1100 www.diamondmountaincasino.com

Sep. 19- Susanville, CA: Susanville Street Rodders :10th Annual High Country Cruise” 10am-4pm. Lassen County Fairgrounds. Pre 1975 Cars & Trucks. Entry Fee is $25. Music by “Jocko.” Rich Sussen 530-257-3857

Sep. 20 -Chester, CA: Words and Music. 530-283-3402

Sep. 21 –Susanville, CA: Diamond Mountain Casino & Hotel. “Monday Night Football Colts at Dolphins” 5:30pm 900 Skyline Dr. Willow Room. 530-252-1100 www.diamondmountaincasino.com

Sep. 24 –Susanville, CA: Diamond Mountain Casino & Hotel.”Karaoke” 9pm-1:30am. 900 Skyline Dr. 530-252-1100 www.diamondmountaincasino.com

Sep. 25-Quincy, CA: Opening Reception Plumas Art Gallery. 530-283-3402

Sep. 25-26-Susanville, CA: Diamond Mountain Casino & Hotel.”DJ Mr. B” 9pm-1:30am. 900 Skyline Dr. Willow Room. 530-252-1100 www.diamondmountaincasino.com

Sep. 25-26-Susanville, CA: Diamond Mountain Casino & Hotel. “Stu Speer” 8pm-1am. 900 Skyline Dr. Sports Bar. 530-252-1100 www.diamondmountaincasino.com

Sep. 26- Lake Almanor, CA: Lakeside at Plumas Pines Resort. Music by No Taboo. Music starts around 9pm. 530-259-2282

Sep. 26-Sloat, CA: Sloat Towne Hall. Community Music Night. 7pm. 530-836-1762

Sep. 26 -Chester, CA: Sierra Institute Tour. “Mining in Indian Valley.” 530-2084-1022

Sep. 26-Quincy, CA: American Valley Speedway. Timber Cup. Subject to car count and the economy. Plumas-Sierra County Fairgrounds. 530- 283-2175

Sep. 26- Vinton, CA: Cowboy Poetry Show. Matinee show at 1pm. Evening show 7:30pm. BBQ Rib Dinner 4 -7 Pm. Grange Hall. Featuring Cowboy Entertainer Dave Stamley, Cowgirl Poet Diane Tribitt, and Harmonicowboy Gary Allegretto. Betty Ramelli 530-993-4692

Sep. 26 –Genesee Valley, CA: Feather River Land Trust. Fundraising event. 2-6:30pm.Heart K Ranch. 530-283-5758

Sep. 26-Greenville, CA: Seymour Smith Run. 530-284-6633

Sep. 26-Susanville, CA: Lassen Land & Trails Trust. “Farmers Market” 8am-12pm. Susanville Rail Road Depot. 601 Richmond Rd. David Sowers 530-257-3252 www.lassenlandandtrails.com

Sep. 26-Susanville, CA: Susanville Symphony Society “Octoberfest”. Jensen Hall. Cheryl Holmes 530-257-1533 Eagle Home Mortgage

Sep. 26-Susanville, CA: Honey Lake Valley Riders”Horse Show. ” Lassen County Fair Grounds. Bill or Marlene 530-253-3696 or Shauna 530-260-3277

Sep. 26-Susanville, CA: Lassen Co. Sheriff’s Posse “Saint Jude Ride” 530-249-2777 www.lassencosheriffsposse.com

Sep. 28–Greenville,CA: Community Dinner. Greenville Methodist Church Social Hall.530-284-1560

Sep. 28–Susanville,CA: Diamond Mountain Casino & Hotel. “Monday Night Football Panthers at Cowboys ” 5:30pm 900 Skyline Dr. Willow Room. 530-252-1100 www.diamondmountaincasino.com

Sep. 29-Maybe, CA: Tacos on Tuesday. 5-7pm. Sponsored by the Calpine Elks Lodge. Highway 70. 530-832-5785

Oct. 1- Clio, CA: Hacking for Healthcare Charity Golf Tournament.9 am. Early registration 11am. Shotgun Start.Eastern Plumas Health Care Foundation’s Annual Charity Golf Tournament at Whitehawk Ranch Golf Club. Tournament formats: choose one for your team: Scramble(for teams without handicaps) or 2 Best Ball(for teams with an estimated handicap. Box lunch provided. Tournament prizes. 5pm. Hors d’oeuvres, presentation of prizes and silent auction. Julie or Regina at 530-832-6564

Oct. 1-Milford, CA: Lassen County Chamber of Commerce Mixer hosted by Wemple’s Pumpkin Patch. 450-525 Wemple Ln. 5:30-7:30pm. 530-257-4323

Oct. 3-Susanville, CA: LL&TT “17th Annual Rails to Trails Festival”. Historic Susanville Railroad Depot. 601 Richmond Rd. 530-257-3252 www.lassenlandandtrails.com

Oct. 3- Blairsden, CA: Style Show. Mohawk Community Resource Center. On corner 89 & 70 in The Barn Complex. 530-836-0446

Oct. 3- Susanville, CA: Marine Corps League “Breakfast” 7am-11am. Veterans Memorial Bldg. $5 for adults, under 5 free. 530-257-2680 or 530-257-8006

Oct. 3- Taylorsville, CA: 51st Annual Taylorsville Fall Festival.11am- 3pm.Taylorsville Grange Hall.
530-284-6179

Oct. 3- Taylorsville, CA: 5th Annual Indian Valley Harvest Festival.11am-3pm. 530-284-6367

Oct. 3- Quincy, CA: Mt Hough Ranger District Fall Festival. 530-283-7618

Oct. 7- Sloat, CA: Sloat Towne Hall Community Luncheon.12pm. 530-836-1762

Oct. 8- Quincy, CA: Words and Music. 530-283-3402

Oct. 9- Chester, CA: Art Walk. Art, Food, Music. 5-8pm. Chester Art Galleries. 530-258-2426

Oct. 10- Quincy, CA: Mountain Harvest Festival & Micro Brew Tasting.Plumas-Sierra County Fairgrounds. 530-283-3402

Oct. 10-11- Quincy, CA: 5th Annual Bizz Johnson Marathon.

www.coastaltrailruns.com/bizz_johnson.html

Oct. 12- Clio, CA: Duffers for the Dogs Golf Tournament. 9am. 5pm no-host cocktails. Dinner 6:30pm.Event for High Sierra Animal Rescue at Whitehawk Ranch Golf Club – Entry fee $125.00. Includes greens fees, cart, use of practice facility, range balls, tee prize, snack, dinner, awards and a chance at the door prize. Karen Neely 530-836-2960 or Debbie Peterson 530-836-2126

Oct. 16- Portola, CA: Words and Music.7pm. Monthly series of acoustic music and the spoken word featuring the original work of regional artists. Open mike sign up at the door. 530-832-4518/530-283-3402

Oct. 17-Bieber, CA: Big Valley Community Alliance “Autumn Marketplace” 7pm. Veterans Memorial Building. Lillian Arnold 530-249-5700

Oct. 17-18-Susanville, CA: “2009 Diamond Mountain Strongman Competition” 900 Skyline Dr. Diamond Mountain Casino & Hotel. Events include truck pull, Tire flip, keg loading, atlas stones, arm wrestling, bench press. $2,000 in cash prizes to the winning teams. Proceeds benifit Lassen High School Football. 530-310-6842

Oct. 18-Sloat, CA: Sloat Towne Hall Community Music Afternoon. 2pm. Bring your musical instruments, voice and a dessert to share for this free monthly music extravaganza.Sara Conklin at 530-836-1762 sloattownhall.com

Oct. 22- Chester, CA: Words and Music. 530-283-3402

Oct. 23-Graeagle, CA: Graeagle Community Church Annual Harvest Festival Dinner. 6:30pm.
Sponsored by the Graeagle Community Church

Oct. 23-Greenville, CA: Annual Largest Pumpkin Contest. 530-284-7245

Oct. 23-Chester, CA: Sierra Institute Tour. “Water, Power and Fish” 530-284-1022

Oct. 23-Greenville, CA: Annual Largest Pumpkin Contest. 530-284-7245

Oct. 23-24-Susanville, CA: The Susanville Symphony Society “The Susanville Swing Concert “, Fri 7pm, Sat 7pm. Veterans Memorial Hall. Marlene 530-310-9211 www.susanvillesymphony.com.

Oct. 25-Crecent Mills, CA: Dawn Institute Apple Fest. 530-284-6036

Oct. 26-Greenville, CA: Community Dinner. Greenville Methodist Church Social Hall. 530-284-1560

Oct. 30- Graeagle, CA: Graeagle Merchants Trunk or Treat. 12pm. Sponsored by Graeagle Merchants. This is for children of preschool age.

Oct. 31-Lake Almanor: Lakeside at Plumas Pines Resort. Live music by Nothin Personal. Music starts around 9pm.530-259-2282

Oct. 31- Quincy, CA: Safe Trick or Treat. 3-5pm. 530-283-0188

Oct 31- Janesville, CA: Honey Lake Valley Riders”Toys for Tots Playday/Gymkhana”,Janesville Park. Bill or Marlene 530-253-3696

Nov 6- Quincy, CA: Quincy Art Walk. 530-283-0188

Nov 6-8- Crescent Mills/ Greenville, CA: Christmas Boutiques. Crescent Mills and Greenville shops.
530-284-6633

Sources:

http://plumascounty.org/Events/events.htm#September

http://www.lassencountychamber.org/calendar/septembercalendar.html

http://www.chamberorganizer.com/easternplumaschamber/V_Calendar.php

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Our Forests Are More Than Just Trees

Go beyond “awareness” all the way to “understanding”! Learn how our vast, wonderful and resilient forests function and our role in maintaining their health and beauty…forever!

Again this summer, an experienced instructor will conduct a free, week long, fast paced seminar on the wonders of our local forests. Each day will include morning classroom discussions supported by colorful multi-media presentations. Attendees will see for themselves how a forest functions on guided tours of some of the most diverse, beautiful and fascinating sites in northern Plumas County.

Though this experience is designed for teachers, who will receive 3 continuing education credits on completion of the course, the general public is encouraged to attend as well. Each day will begin at the wonderful new Collins Pine Company Museum. Here presentations will be given on such important topics as soil: the world beneath our feet, tree and plant identification, forests and the carbon cycle, fire in the forest, natural succession: the changing forest and our resilient ecosystems. Each afternoon will be spent at a variety of fascinating sites in the forest where participants will see that a forest is more than just trees and how its components work together. The role that humans have played, and must play, in keeping our forests healthy and productive will be demonstrated and discussed. The importance of these forests to our human habitat, on a local and global basis, will be made clear as well.

This series is sponsored by the Plumas County Board of Supervisors, Feather River College and the U.S. Forest Service. The principal instructor is Keith Crummer, a professional forester for over 40 years and retired local District Ranger. Keith will be assisted by his wife, Wanda, who taught in Greenville and Chester schools for some 14 years. Her roll will be to help formulate the information given into classroom ready presentations.

The seminar is free and will run from August 10 through 14. Classes will begin at 8:00 AM at the Collins Pine Museum, next to their sawmill, in Chester. Each day will end at 4:30 PM after a field trip to fascinating sites such as the U.S.F.S Locherman Canyon Outdoor Classroom, Collins Pine’s Park 40, the Storrie Fire and beautiful Willow Lake Basin.

In addition to the lectures, a wealth of reference and instructional materials will be made available, especially designed for K-12 teachers and those interested in furthering their understanding of Forest Ecology. An illustrated book The Dynamic Forest, written by Dale Knutsen and Keith Crummer, is available for pre-course reading or for those interested in follow-up study. Participants will find how much more forests are than just a place where trees grow!

For more information or to sign up, contact Keith Crummer at 259-2572.

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Don’t miss the air show over the Susanville Airport area on Saturday, August 15th.

It’s the 2009 Susanville Air Fair and the event kicks off with a pancake breakfast from 7 – 10 am. Those flying in for the event will enjoy a free breakfast and the price for others is $6 for breakfast. The big air show will follow breakfast, taking place from 10 am until 1 pm. While there is no admission to enter the grounds, there will be a parking fee for vehicles.

Organizers invite you to fly your plane, drive your car, or ride your horse into the friendliest little airport in the west.The air fair will take place on the edge of Susanville, CA at KSVE – Susanville Municipal Airport.

Cal Fire and the military are expected to show at this event. Bi-plane and helicopter rides will be available. Organizers are hoping to also have military T-28 rides. A classic car show will take place also at the event Featuring P51 Mustangs, Ford Mustangs and Thorp T-18 Tigers.

Food and beverages will be available during the show, on the field, throughout the event. For more information, contact the Air Fair coordinator at 530-253-2510.

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Sponsored By: R.A.I.N. Rescued Animals In Need

Aug 22 <10:am to 6:pm>

wine Tasting / Demonstrations / Food / Prizes / Fun Kids Activities /Arts / Crafts / Games / and more!

K9 Frisbee

for more information call 530 954 4152

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by Jan Cox

Art as defined in Webster’s Dictionary is “the activity of using imagination and skill to create beautiful things.” As we move into the month of August, the arts are in plain view in Northern California. You will find art shows throughout the mountain communities.

What is it about the arts that draw people in? Jacquie Cordova, a local artist and teacher from Westwood, whose watercolor and oil paintings and raku pottery can be seen in local shows and galleries, has this to say about the arts.

“Nothing so calms the spirit, forming a connection to self and life, as painting and creating in the arts. Painting and other forms of creating are healing moments, and too frequently people put off doing these “activities” because they seem to lack practicality or direct results in their life. Whether one participates in dance, music, the visual or dramatic arts, creating employs all of one’s senses and most of one’s brain cells. As indicated by the research and statistics over the last 20 years, creating in the arts better prepares a person for all walks of life.”

For a variety of reasons, most of us are drawn to the arts. We either take part in various artistic endeavors for fun or for profit, or we become consumers by attending performing arts productions or visual arts demonstrations, art shows, museums and galleries. For this writer, this adds beauty and drama to my life. It allows me to experience the world in a totally different way, to feel joy and a sense of awe.

August is a great month to vacation in the Almanor Basin and while you are here, why not checkout one or more of the following artist venues!

August 1st and 2nd–Almanor Art Show, Collins Pine Lawn, Main Street Chester, Sat. 10 am–5 pm, Sun. 10 am-4 pm.

This juried art show sponsored by Plumas Arts Commission is celebrating its 40^th anniversary this year. It was started on the shores of Lake Almanor by a group of artists who summered in the area. In the early 1980’s the newly formed Plumas Arts Commission took over the show and it soon grew too large and was moved to its present location on the beautiful shady Collins Pine lawn on Main Street

in Chester. Both local artists and those from at least 6 western states take part in the show.

Food and drink booths abound along the edge of the lawn and on Saturday there will be music from noon to5 pm by Now and Then, featuring Hank Alrich, Dave Johns and Shelley Miller Johns. On Sunday, Dutch Treat, from Susanville will be entertaining. For further information, go to www.plumasarts.org.

August 8 and 15 weekends–Bidwell House Art Show at 1 Main Street, Chester, CA. Sat. 10 am-5pm, Sun. 10 am-4 pm.

Artists from Oregon, Nevada, and Northern California bring everything from fine art, to hand made soaps, Corion cutting boards, Victorian style clothing and more to this show. This year, Wanda Skeffington will be selling natural fiber clothing while Al Dockwiller will again offer his beautiful, well formed pottery. Also reappearing will be Peruvian artist Hugo Lecaros. Andean music will be presented for your pleasure by Jose Cabezos. Each of the two weekends will feature some of the same vendors and some different. The Rescue and Adoption Foundation for Wolves will also be present.

August 14–Second Friday! Old Town Chester Art Galleries and Merchants. 5 pm -8 pm

Tourists and residents alike can once again enjoy the work of local artists in both Northwood’s Gallery and B & B Booksellers–Back Room Gallery. Music is provided at the book store while wine and soft drinks and a variety of appetizers at both venues create a great way to begin the weekend.

August 15–Art From the Heart at Chester Memorial Hall, 225 Gay Street, Chester, CA–Cocktails at 6 pm, Dinner at 7 pm

This auction will feature local art donated by many of our well known artists in the Almanor Basin with all proceeds going to Sierra Hospice. A sit down gourmet dinner will be served by Phyllis’ Phabulous Phood and includes Filet of Beef in Puff Pastry with Madera Sauce or Shrimp Scampi en Brochette with Wild Rice. There will be limited seating so plan on purchasing your tickets soon. Tickets can be purchased from David Price Jewelers at 216 Main Street or Main Street Fireside and Garage Door Store, 515 Main Street. For further information about this Fine Art Auction, Dinner and Raffle contact Sierra Hospice, 530-258-3412.

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August 1-Greenville, CA: Annual Round Valley Run/Walk at Round Valley Lake 530-284-6856

August 1-Greenville, CA: Gold Digger Days Women’s Softball Tournament. 530-284-7734

August 1-Susanville, CA: Lassen Land & Trails Trust “Farmers Market.” 8am-12pm. Susanville Rail Road Depot 601 Richmond Rd. www.lassenlandandtrails.com 530-257-3252

August 1-Susanville, CA: Diamond Mountain Casino “DJ” 9pm-1:30am. 900 Skyline Dr. Willow Room. www.diamondmountaincasino.com 530-252-1100

August 1-Susanville, CA: Diamond Mountain Speedway “Races” 6pm. Lassen County Fair Grounds 195 Russel Ave. 530-251-8900 www.lassencountyfair.org.

August 1-Indian Valley, CA: Sierra Institute Tour. “Maidu History of Indian Valley.” 530-284-1022

August 1-Quincy, CA: American Valley Speedway. NorCal/DART dwarfs, Modifieds, Pure Mini Stocks, Hobby Stocks & Pro Stocks. Plumas-Sierra County Fairgrounds. 530-283-2175

August 1-9-Reno, NV: “Hot August Nights.” Shine your Chevy, detail your Deuce Coupe and hustle your hot rod over to Reno and Sparks’ Hot August Nights for a celebration of America’s love affair with cars and rock & roll. www.hotaugustnights.net 775-356-1956 ext. 1

August 1-2-Chester, CA: Almanor Art Show. 10-5pm Saturday – 10-4pm Sunday. Collin Pines Lawn. 530-258-2426

August 1-2-Greenville, CA: Co-ed Softball Tournament. 530-284-7764

August 4-Maybe, CA: Tacos on Tuesday 5pm-7pm. Sponsored by the Calpine Elks Lodge. Highway 70. 530-832-5785

August 6-Quincy: CA: Farmer’s Market. 530-283-3528

August 7-Portola, CA: City Light Concert. Portola City Park. 530-832-4518

August 7 -Beckwourth, CA: Sierra Valley Farms Certified Farmer’s Market. 530-832-0114

August 7-8-Lake Almanor, CA: Lakeside at Plumas Pines Resort. Live music by The Retrotones in the bar. Music starts around 8-8:30pm.530-259-2282

August 8 –Deer Creek, CA: Sierra Institute Tour. “The Salmon of Deer Creek.” 530-284-1022

August 8 –Sierra City, CA: Music at the Mine Concert Series. 7:30-10pm. Annual fundraiser at the Kentucky Mine. Featuring Tony Argento – Cowboy Poetry. 6pm BBQ cooked by Chef Bob Morales. Tickets: Tony Argento 775-826-5760 tmargento@sbcglobal.net, website: www.cowboypoettony.com

August 8-9-Chester, CA: Bidwell House Craft Fair.10-5pm Saturday. 10-4pm Sunday.530-345-9652

August 13 -Quincy, CA: Farmer’s Market.530-283-3528

August 13-16-Quincy, CA: Plumas-Sierra County Fair. Plumas-Sierra County Fairgrounds.530-283-6272

August 14-Sloat, CA: Sloat Towne Hall. Community Luncheon. 12pm.530-836-1762

August 14-Beckwourth, CA: Sierra Valley Farms Certified Farmer’s Market. 530-832-0114

August 14-Chester, CA: Art Walk. Art, Food, Music. 5-8pm. Chester Art Galleries. 530-258-2426

August 14-Portola, CA: City Light Concert. Portola City Park. 530-832-4518

August 14-15-Lake Almanor, CA: Lakeside at Plumas Pines Resort. Live music by The Garage Band in the bar. Music starts around 9pm. 530-259-2282

August 15-Susanville, CA: “Susanville Air Fair & Mustang Fever” 7-10am. Pancake Breakfast 10am-1pm Air Show. Susanville Municipal Airport. 530-253-2510

August 15-Blairsden, CA: Parking Lot Sale. 9am-3pm. Set up 7-9am. Rent a parking space for $30 or 2 for $45 for the big sale. Join your fellow community members and business owners for a great outdoor adventure. Reserve your space now by calling 530-836-0446. Corner of Hwy 89 and 70. http://www.graeagle.com/marketplace/mcrc/

August 15-16- Chester, CA: Bidwell House Craft Fair. 10-5pm Saturday. 10-4pm Sunday. 530-345-9652

August 15-16-Graeagle, CA: Fall Festival Arts & Crafts Fair. 775-825-3679

August 15-16-Eagle Lake, CA: Eagle Lake Sailing Association “Trans-Eagle.” South end Eagle Lake. Race starts 1pm. Ken Kane 530-253-3889

August 15-16 –Tahoe,CA: 8th Annual Brews, Jazz & Funk Fest in the Village at Squaw Valley. 2-8pm With a huge selection of beer for guests to sample and an incredible line-up of music both days, this is your chance to make great summer memories in the Village at Squaw Valley USA. All proceeds benefit the Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe. 530-584-6266 www.thevillageatsquaw.com

August 15-22-Graeagle, CA: E.P.C.C. Three-Day Charity Golf Tournament
The Eastern Plumas Chamber of Commerce Three-Day Charity Golf Tournament. Only players with established handicaps are eligible for the trophy, but non-handicapped players are welcome to play. Proceeds go to the Eastern Plumas Chamber of Commerce Kids Athletics.

August 16- Quincy, CA: Plumas-Sierra County Fair. TBA. Four days of events will take place at the Plumas County Fairgrounds at 204 Fairground Rd. 530-283-6272

August 16- Graeagle, CA: Feather River Dixieland Jazz. Graeagle Picnic Grounds. 1-5pm. 530-836-1373

August 16- Quincy, CA: American Valley Speedway. Fair race for NorCal Dwarfs, Pro Stocks, Hobby Stocks & Pure Mini Stocks. Plumas-Sierra County Fairgrounds. 530-283-2175

August 19-Susanville, CA: Lassen College Summer Nights on the Green “Berkley Hart” 6:30pm. 530-257-5222.

August 20-Quincy, CA: Farmer’s Market. 530-283-3528

August 21-Beckwourth, CA: Sierra Valley Farms Certified Farmer’s Market. 530-832-0114

August 21-22-Lake Almanor, CA: Lakeside at Plumas Pines Resort. Live music by Nevada Hazzurd in the bar. Music starts around 9pm. 530-259-2282

August 21-23-Portola, CA: Railroad Days Celebration & Events. 530-832-4216

August 22-Chester, CA: Sierra Institute Tour. “Sustainable Forest Management.” 530- 284-1022

August 22-Susanville, CA: Diamond Mountain Speedway “Races” 6pm. Lassen County Fair Grounds 195 Russel Ave. 530-251-8900 www.lassencountyfair.org.

August 22- Blairsden, CA: 2-4pm. Resource Center Celebration. The Mohawk Community Resource Center is now six years old and we are throwing a party. Come join your neighbors, family and friends to mark the establishing of this important community resource. Corner of Hwy 89 and 70. http://www.graeagle.com/marketplace/mcrc/

August 25-Sloat, CA: Sloat Towne Hall Community Music Night. 7pm. Sloat Towne Hall. 530-836-1762

August 27 -Quincy, CA: Farmer’s Market. 530-283-3528

August 28-Quincy, CA: American Valley Speedway. Dwarf Regionals, Pro & Pure Mini Stocks. Plumas-Sierra County Fairgrounds. 530-283-2175

August 28-Beckwourth, CA: Sierra Valley Farms Certified Farmer’s Market. 530-832-0114

August 28-29-Lake Almanor, CA: Lakeside at Plumas Pines Resort. Live music by Shark Sandwich in the bar. Music starts around 9pm. 530-259-2282

August 29- Humbug Valley, CA: Sierra Institute Tour. “Past, Present and Future of Humbug Valley.” 530-284-1022

August 29-Susanville, CA: Lassen County Fair “Bridal Faire 2009.” Lassen County Fair Grounds. http://www.lassencountyfair.org/ or 530-251-8900

August 29-Quincy, CA: American Valley Speedway. Dwarf Regionals & 410 Sprint Car Show. Plumas-Sierra County Fairgrounds. 530-283-2175

August 29-Quincy, CA: 2nd Annual Homegrown Festival. Thompson Valley Ranch. 530-283-3611

August 31-Greenville, CA: Community Dinner. Greenville Methodist Church Social Hall. 530-284-1560

September 2-Sloat, CA: Sloat Towne Hall Community Luncheon. 12pm. 530-836-1762

September 3- Quincy, CA: Farmer’s Market. 530-283-3528

September 4- Beckwourth, CA: Sierra Valley Farms Certified Farmer’s Market. 530-832-0114

September 4-6- Lake Almanor, CA: Lakeside at Plumas Pines Resort. Live music by Nothin Personal in the bar. Music starts around 9pm. 530-259-2282

September 5-7-Susanville, CA: Lassen County Chamber of Commerce “Susanville’s 1st Great Balloon Race.” 530-257-4323

Sources:

http://plumascounty.org/Events/events.htm#August

http://www.lassencountychamber.org/calendar/augustcalendar.html

http://www.chamberorganizer.com/easternplumaschamber/V_Calendar.php

http://www.reno.com/SECTION/calendar

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QUINCY, CA

Each year a group of exceptional artists gather in Quincy for the four day event, High Sierra Music Festival. Festival goers travel from near and far to see the line up of bands for this event. Each year the line up is a little bit different but each year the festival has what it takes to attract both big names in the music business and the big crowds that follow. This year’s line up is no exception.

Ani DiFranco is a new face at the festival this year. She has gained wide popularity throughout the country for her musical talent and the messages in her music. Rolling Stone Magazine called her “fiercely independent”. After a spoof done on the White House Poetry Jam held recently, John Stewart on The Daily Show labeled June as Ani DiFranco month. John Butler and Umphrey’s McGee are also headliners at this event.

Beginning in Quincy in 1991, this festival is held annually the weekend of July 4 and is an eclectic mix of jazz, newgrass, bluegrass and improvisational music such as jamband. This year, Joe Craven touted as “A madman with anything with strings attached” will be performing with the talented bassist, pianist and composer Sam Bevans and will also be serving as artist-at-large and emcee. Check the website at http://www.highsierramusic.com for information on ticket availability and prices for this popular festival.

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Saddle up folks!

Truckee, Ca is celebrating 35 years of rodeo. The PRCA Truckee Championship Pro Rodeo promises once again to be a bronc bustin’, bull ridin’ good time. Come join all the Good Ole Western Fun throughout rodeo week in Truckee.

Tuesday July 21st

• Cowboy Poetry, McIver Arena 10500 Brockway Road , 6:30 pm, admission $7.00, $3.00 12 and under

Thursday July 23rd

• Kids Day 11:00 am – 1:00 pm, free admission for children and one adult
• Truckee’s Got Talent, Recreation and Park Auditorium 6:30 pm, free admission
• Mutton Bustin’
• Best Rodeo Clown Contest

Friday July 24th

• Team Steer Penning, McIver Arena 5:00 pm
• Sponsors Dinner $20.00 By Smokey’s Kitchen

Saturday July 25th

• PRCA Truckee Championship Pro Rodeo 5:00 pm, gates open at 3:00 pm, admission $12.00, children 10 and under free
• NO COOLERS ALLOWED
• Post Rodeo Dance in the dirt featuring Northern Heat, free admission with rodeo ticket or $5.00 at the door

Sunday July 26th

• Final PRCA Truckee Championship Pro Rodeo Performance 2:00 pm

In an effort to support those in need in the Truckee community, $2.00 discounts will be given on all rodeo tickets for a two can donation of food to Project Mana at time of purchase. Find information online at www.truckeerodeo.org. or call 1-208-735-0462.

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July 2-5-Quincy, CA: High Sierra Music Festival: Sierra County Fairgrounds. (530) 420-1529.

July 2-Quincy,CA: Farmers Market. (530) 283-3528

July 2-5-Taylorsville, CA: Jackpot Team Roping Competition. Taylorsville Rodeo Ground. (530) 284-7696

July 3-Graeagle, CA: 4th of July Fireworks Display Over the Mill Pond in Graeagle at dusk. (530) 836-6811

July 3-Beckworth, CA: Sierra Valley Farms Romano’s Certified Farmer’s Market. 10am-2:30pm. (530)832-0114

July 3-Graeagle, CA: 4th of July Fireworks Display Over the Mill Pond in Graeagle at dusk. New day this year – on Friday night. (530) 836-6811 (530) 284-6406 or (530) 284-7785

July 3,10,17,24,31- Quincy, CA: Friday Night BBQs at Greenhorn Ranch. Friday Night ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT Bar-B-Q, finger lickin’ ribs, mouthwaterin’ Bar-B-Q chicken, all the fixings, chuck house beverages, homemade dessert, horseback riding, wagon rides, swimming and fishing. Come for dinner early and take a horseback ride or ride on a horse-drawn wagon; enjoy a hike, play with baby horses, do some fishin’ or have a refreshing dip in our swimming pool-we’re just 10 miles east of Quincy! 800.33.HOWDY

July 3-4-Westwood: CA: “Paul Bunyan Mountain & Blues Festival” Snowmobile Grass Drags Too! (530) 256-2456

July 3-4-Taylorsville, CA: Community Grange Dances. 8pm-12pm. (530) 592-9276

July 3-5-Taylorsville, CA: Gem and Mineral Show. 1pm-4pm. Indian Valley Museum. (530) 284-6406 or (530) 284-7785

July 3-Reno, NV: 3 Doors Down. 8pm. Silver Legacy Casino Resort. Their breakthrough anthem “Kryptonite” was unleashed at the beginning of the decade and seemed to capture the band’s heroic and steadfast refusal to be pigeon holed as just another rock band. Tickets: $59.50 and $75.50. (800) 687-8733. www.sliverlegacyreno.com

July 4-Susanville, CA: Lassen Land & Trails Trust “Farmer’s Market”8am-12pm. Susanville Railroad Depot 601 Richmond Rd. (530) 257-3252 www.lassenlandandtrails.com

July 4-Chester, CA: 4th of July Parade. 11am. Main Street Chester. (530) 258-2426

July 4-Chester, CA: Momboosa Music Festival.10am-10pm. Chester Meadow. (530) 258-2426

July 4-Lake Almanor/Chester, CA: Annual 4th of July Spectacular. 9pm. Fireworks in the skies over Lake Almanor. (530) 258-2426

July 4- Taylorsville, CA: Cowboy Breakfast.7am-11am. Mt Jura Building. (530) 284-6406 or (530) 284-7785

July 4- Blairsden, CA: Street Dance and BBQ. New Downtown Blairsden. (530) 836-6811

July 4-Taylorsville, CA: Silver Buckle Rodeo. Taylorsville rodeo grounds. Tickets-(530) 284-6237

July 4-Taylorsville, CA: Annual Silver Buckle Rodeo Parade. (530) 284-6633

July 4-Graeagle, CA: Civil War Battle Reenactment.11am-2pm. Graeagle Field. (530) 836-6811

July 4-Lake Shasta/Redding, CA: Freedom Festival. Held on the lawn of the Redding Convention Center. This festival is an all-day event with live music and vendors that ends with a huge fireworks display at dark. www.shastalake.com/july4th/index.html

July 4- Free Fishing Day. Free fishing day is a day when anyone 16 years or over no license is required – For more information call the Fish and Game.

July 5-Mohawk Valley, CA: 37th Annual Mohawk Valley Independence Day Parade. 1pm-2pm. New theme this year: Family Time In 2009 (530) 836-6811 www.easternplumaschamber.com.

July 5-Graeagle, CA: Civil War Battle Reenactment.10am. Graeagle Field. (530) 836-6811

July 5-Graeagle, CA: Graeagle Parade and Old Fashioned Day in the Park. Band Concert after the Parade (10:30am-4:00 pm). Downtown Graeagle. (530) 836-6811

July 5-Graeagle, CA: MVID Annual Fire Department’s Pancake Breakfast. 8-11 am. Graeagle Fire Hall.

July 7-Maybe, CA: Tacos on Tuesday. 5pm-to 7pm. Sponsored by the Calpine Elks Lodge. Hwy 70, (530)832-5785

July 7- Sloat, CA: Sloat Towne Hall Community Luncheon. 12pm. (530)836-1762

July 9-Quincy, CA: Farmer’s Market. (530) 283-3528

July 10-Beckworth, CA: Sierra Valley Farms Romano’s Certified Farmer’s Market. 10am-2:30pm. (530)832-0114

July 11-Taylorsville, CA: Black Hawk Solar Cook-off/Dance. Taylorsville Campgrounds. (530) 283-1396

July 11-Quincy, CA : American Valley Speedway. Plumas-Sierra County Fairgrounds. NorCal/DART dwarfs, Modifieds, Pure Mini Stocks, Hobby Stocks & Pro Stocks. (530) 283-2175

July 11-Vinton, CA: Brenn Hill / Richard Elloyan Concert. Matinee, & evening dinner shows – call Betty Ramelli at 530-993-4692 or email her at bramelli@gotsky.com. Grange Hall. (530) 993-4692

July 11-Blairsden, CA: Bow Wow at the Barn. 6-10 pm. Benefit for the High Sierra Animal Rescue – The Barn on the Corner of Highways 70 & 89-Karen Neely (530)836-2960.

July 11-August 23-Lake Tahoe: Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival at Sand Harbor. 7:00pm. Performances of Shakespeare’s dramatic comedy “Measure for Measure” and perennial favorite “Much Ado About Nothing” rotating nightly Tuesday through Sunday. Tickets: $22-$72 www.LakeTahoeShakespeare.com 800-74-SHOWS (800-747-4697)

July 12-Reno, NV: Scream the Prayer Tour. 3:00pm. The New Oasis. Featuring Haste The Day with The Chariot, Sleeping Giant, Project 86, The Sleeper, Gwen Stacy, Agraceful, For Today, A Plea For Purging, and Corpus Christi. Tickets: $18.50 advance. (775) 786-2582. www.Clubunderground-reno.com

July 15-19- Susanville, CA: Lassen County Fair http://www.lassencountyfair.org/tickets_shows/default.asp

July 16- Quincy, CA: Farmers Market. (530) 283-3528

July 17-Stateline, NV: Styx and REO. 7:30pm. Harvey’s Lake Tahoe. Part of the 2009 Lake Tahoe Summer Concert Series. Arena rock superstars, Styx have enjoyed a steady stream of hit songs for over 35 years. REO produced the still-popular concert nugget, “157 Riverside Avenue.” Tickets: $29.50, $59.50, $79.50, and $99.50. (775) 588-2411. Tickets go on-sale at 10 a.m., Monday, May 11, at www.ticketmaster.com or www.apeconcerts.com, www.harveystahoe.com

July 17-Portola, CA: 2009 City Lights Summer Concerts 7pm. Summer Concert Series will be held every Friday evening. All concerts are free to the public and are held at the Portola City Park. Great entertainment all summer long! (530) 832-4518

July 18- Greenville, CA: Gold Digger Days Masonic Breakfast. 7am-10am. (530) 284-7875

July 18- Greenville, CA: Annual Gold Digger Day Celebration. Includes a parade, street faire, and street dance. (530) 284-6633.

July 18-19- Greenville, CA: Annual Horseshoe Tournament. (530) 284-7579

July 18-19- Greenville, CA: Men’s Softball Tournament. (530) 284-7764.

July 18-19- Graeagle, CA: Graeagle Arts & Crafts Fair. 10am – 5pm Saturday/ 10am – 4pm Sunday, (775) 825-3679

July 18-19- Johnsville, CA: Gold Discovery Days/50th Anniversary. Plumas-Eureka State Park. (530) 836-1182

July 19-Susanville, CA: Diamond Mountain Speedway Races. 6pm. Lassen County Fairgrounds 195 Russell Ave. (530) 251-8900 www.lassencountyfair.org

July 19-Graeagle, CA: Feather River Dixieland Jazz. Graeagle Picnic Grounds. 1-5 pm. (530) 836-1373

July 23-Quincy, CA: Farmer’s Market. (530) 283-3528

July 24-Beckworth, CA: Sierra Valley Farms Romano’s Certified Farmer’s Market. 10am-2:30pm. (530)832-0114

July 24-Portola, CA: 2009 City Lights Summer Concerts. 7pm. Summer Concert Series will be held every Friday evening. All concerts are free to the public and are held at the Portola City Park. Great entertainment all summer long! (530) 832-4518

July 24-25-Chester, CA: Art Around The Lake. Times/tickets: (530) 258-2354

July 25-Quincy, CA: American Valley Speedway. Plumas-Sierra County Fairgrounds. NorCal/DART dwarfs, Modifieds, Pure Mini Stocks, Hobby Stocks & Pro Stocks. (530) 283-2175

July 25-Truckee, CA: Huey Lewis and The News. 7 pm. Lake Tahoe Music Festival presents the quintessential American rock band Huey Lewis and The News at Old Greenwood. The Academy Award-nominated number one single from hit the movie “Back to the Future.” The concert is part of the non-profit festival’s six-concert season taking place at scenic venues throughout North Lake Tahoe and Truckee, Calif. Tickets on sale March 15. www.TahoeMusic.org

July 25-Taylorsville, CA: Annual Jr. Rodeo. 9am. Taylorsville Rodeo Grounds. (530) 284-6532

July 25-Sloat, CA: Sloat Towne Hall Community Music Night. 7pm. Sloat Towne Hall. (530)836-1762

July 25-26-Greenville, CA: Women’s Softball Tournament. (530) 284-7764

July 27-Greenville, CA: Community Dinner. Greenville Methodist Church social hall. (530) 284-1560

July 28-Maybe, CA: Tacos on Tuesday. 5pm- 7pm. Sponsored by the Calpine Elks Lodge. Hwy 70, (530)832-5785

July 29-Stateline, NV: Kenny Chesney. 7: 30pm. Harvey’s Lake Tahoe. Four time winner of the County Music Award’s coveted “Entertainer of the Year” honor, Kenny Chesney brings his 2009 “Sun City Carnival” tour to Lake Tahoe for an exclusive one-night engagement. With special guests Miranda Lambert and Lady Antebellum. Tickets: $50.00, $67.50, $97.50, and $137.50- on sale at www.ticketmaster.com or www.apeconcerts.com on 2/16 at 10 a.m. (775) 588-2411. www.harveystahoe.com

July 30-Quincy, CA: Farmer’s Market. (530) 283-3528

July 31-Portola, CA: 2009 City Lights Summer Concerts. 7pm. Summer Concert Series will be held every Friday evening. All concerts are free to the public and are held at the Portola City Park. Great entertainment all summer long! (530) 832-4518

July 31-Beckworth, CA: Sierra Valley Farms Romano’s Certified Farmer’s Market. 10am-2:30pm. (530)832-0114

July 31- Reno, NV: Peter Frampton. 8pm. John Ascuaga’s Nugget. A mainstay on the rock scene since the late 1960s, Frampton has enjoyed a career full of accolades and 20 Top Ten hits. Tickets: $60. (800) 648-1177. www.janugget.com

August 1-2-Chester, CA: Almanor Art Show. 10-5pm Saturday – 10-4pm Sunday. Collins Pine Lawn. (530)258-2426

August 4-Maybe, CA: Tacos on Tuesday. 5pm-7pm. Sponsored by the Calpine Elks Lodge. Highway 70. (530) 832-5785

Sources:

http://www.gotahoenorth.com/events-and-activities/event-calendar

http://www.reno.com/SECTION/calendar

http://plumascounty.org/Events/events.htm#July

http://www.chamberorganizer.com/easternplumaschamber/V_Calendar.php

http://www.shastalake.com/events/

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The heart of the summer season is a great time of year to get together with your neighbors for some healthy competition and plain old country, knee slappin’ good times. Come join us for the Lassen County Fair, July 15th – 20th, featuring the unique country sound of Lady Antebellum. In addition to the great country show, there will be loads of free entertainment, fascinating displays and a carnival of fun at the Lassen County Fairgrounds. The fair is located at 195 Russell Avenue in Susanville. Here is the upcoming schedule:

Tuesday July 15th

• Miss Lassen County Pageant 8:00 pm, Festival seats $12, Box seats $10, Reserve seats $8 , General admission $6

Wednesday, July 16th

• Rockin’ the Ville, featuring Madside, Sil Shoda, The Limbic System and Wasted Youth

Thursday July 17th

• JDX Country Showdown Contest

Friday July 18th

• Headliner: LADY ANTEBELLUM – You can purchase tickets by phone at 530-251-8900.

Saturday July 19th

• Demolition Derby 6:00 pm, Box seats $15, Reserve seats $12, General Admission $10 Child seats $6

Sunday July 20th

• Night of Thunder Auto Racing 6:00 pm, Box seats $10, Reserve seats $7, General Admission $5

Hours of Operation and Fees

Wednesday is Special People’s Day

Thursday is Kiddie’s Day Kids 12 and under get in FREE

Friday is Old Timer’s Day.

Saturday is Rancher’s Day. Carnival Opens 12:00 a.m.–11:00 p.m.

Sunday is FREE ADMISSION DAY / Family Day

Daily Admission:

Adults $5.00
Children under 12 & Seniors $3.00
Children under 5 years of age FREE

Season Passes

Season Passes can be purchased at the fair office only.
Adult $10.00
Child/Senior $6.00

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Please come!!

JULY 4 – ART SHOW – CHESTER PARK

 

We were invited to see Deb Groesser’s new Artwork in person in Chester where over 50 originals will be on display! The show will include watercolor, pen & ink, acrylic and pastel paintings, as well as some new giclees, and you’ll find a surprising variety of subject matter.

 

She invites the public to stop by and say ‘Hi’ and enjoy what she’s been working on

……which is why she has not been out and about very often!

  

The photo above is a unique project she just completed. After being framed, it will be installed in it’s beautiful new home. With more light on it, the colors really come to life and you can practically feel the rough texture of the bark. She said, “It’s been a truly fun and size-wise interesting painting to work on!”

 

You can meet Deb Groesser in Chester at the July 4th art show in the park where many artists will be displaying their works, as is tradition in Chester, on the 4th of July. Groesser also gave us this update on Summer Art Workshops in Lake Almanor:

Beginning Watercolor….. June 27 & 28

Art Retreat……. July 15-18

Watercolor Magic…… August 8 & 9

More Fun With Watercolor….

September 19 & 20

For more information, contact her at debgroesser@frontiernet.net

 

In late September and October, she takes the workshops on the road to some of her other favorite places to teach, Shaver Lake and Cottonwood.

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By Melissa Wynn

Plumas-Eureka State Park is celebrating it’s 50th anniversary in Johnsville, just off Highway 70 near Blairsden, July 18th and 19th with California Gold Discovery Days. During the California gold rush, this area was booming. Come and experience what is was like back in that day. See demonstrations in costume of the 19th century. Observe blacksmithing, butter churning and candle making. My personal favorites are the re-enactments of assaying and gold panning. Being the daughter of a gold miner, a special kind of excitement makes me tingle from finding those precious yellow rocks in the bottom of the gold pan.

Touring Moriarity House, a nineteen century gold miner’s cabin within Plumas-Eureka State Park is a great opportunity to look into the way this rare breed of prospecting men lived back in the mining heydays.

A home town BBQ lunch will be served as well. (fee applies) There will be no day use fee into the park during the celebration so come on over for some local history and fun. For more details please contact the park ranger at 530-836-2380.

Source: www.parks.ca.gov

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Bridges Festival Features Several Bands

Friday and Saturday, June 20, 21

The Lassen Land and Trails Trust presents the first annual Bridges Festival.

It takes place on Friday evening with the days events to follow on Saturday, June 21. Organizers are excited about the event which they hope will draw many out for a good cause. The organization is working on a fund to rebuild a bridge on the Bizz Johnson Trail. The trail runs from Susanville to Westwood along the old railroad line.

The festival welcomes the following bands: The Del williams Band, CrazyGrass, The Keesey Brothers, The Mike Justis Band, Sam Williams, The Clean Slate Dixieland Band, Bumpus and more. The event will take place at Pat Murphy Field.

The Friday line up goes on from 6:00 to 10:00 pm on Friday, June 20, followed by Saturday’s festivites which run from Noon until 10:00 pm on June 21. This local celebration of music and art promises to be a great time. Advance tickets for the full weekend are $25 for adults, $10 for teens 13 – 17 and $5 for kids 5 – 12. Admission for Friday night only is $20 for adults, (Satuday only is $25).

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FOR JUNE MONTHLIES

May 5, 2009

Contact: Bob Alessandrelli

775.848.6028

boba@rlasolutions.com

9^th Annual Reno Film Festival

Announces June 17-21 Schedule

The 9^thannual Reno Film Festival takes center stage, Wednesday thru Sunday, June 17-21, with something old, something new and lots of films, fun and education. The something old is the return of many festival favorites such as the Reno Indie competition, classic films once again on the big screen and a number of learning sessions such as Bobby Logan’s 1 Day Film School and a filmmakers panel. The something new is exciting new festival venues such as UNR’s Joe Crowley Student Union theater, Studio on 4^th, St. James Infirmary and two outdoor screenings in Wingfield Park in downtown Reno.

The festival kicks off on Wednesday with the awards presentation of this year’s Lumière All-School Film Fest at the Nevada Museum of Art. Most entries are “home grown” student talent from elementary to high school and even some college. Categories include music, mini-documentaries & visual essays, how-to-films, science and math films, news stories & perspective pieces, public service announcements, animation (CGI, hand-drawn, and stop-motion), fake commercials, original trailers, and live action, science fiction and western shorts.

On Thursday, everyone is invited to a free “Movie on the Mayor” in Wingfield Park. The movie is the festival’s tribute to the incomparable Paul Newman and it’s one of his most fun films, “Butch Cassidy & The Sundance Kid.” Another free film in the park, this one in conjunction with the Tour de Nez bike race, will screen the next night. It’s the classic bicycle race film, “Breaking Away.”

Finalists from this year’s Reno Indie competition will be shown throughout the festival beginning on Thursday and running thru Sunday. Categories include documentary, animation, drama, comedy, music, sci-fi, family, foreign and Nevada-related. On Friday, festival organizers are pleased to present the Nevada premiere of “Adopt A Sailor,” a comedy/drama that stars Patricia (Bebe Neuwirth) and Richard (Peter Coyote), as a successful and hip couple from the Upper West Side of New York City who inadvertently “adopt a sailor” (Ethan Peck—Gregory Peck’s grandson) during Fleet Week in the city. The young sailor from Turkey Scratch, Arkansas changes their lives forever. The film’s director and producer will introduce the film.

On Saturday afternoon, “The Ballad of Cable Hogue” will be presented and the legendary Stella Stevens will be present for this event. The film was Sam Peckinpah’s tribute to the passing away of the old West that featured brilliant performances by Jason Robards as a desert hobo and Ms. Stevens as his girlfriend.

Michael Blake won an Oscar for his “Dancing With Wolves” screenplay and he re-visits the West in his informative documentary “The American West—with Michael Blake.” This film will be screened on Sunday with Blake present for Q&A. The film takes viewers on a road trip to explore the places in the American West important to Native American people and their encounters with those who invaded their territories in the mid to late 1800s.

Singer Lacy J. Dalton, who once toured with Johnny Cash, will introduce a film about him, “Johnny Cash at Folsom Prison” and the festival will also include a gala awards & tribute dinner and much more for film fans and filmmakers. The festival’s website—www.renofilmfestival.com—has the complete schedule and tickets may be purchased at this site.

Festival sponsors this year are Blockbuster, the City of Reno’s Arts & Culture Commission, E.L Cord Foundation, DP Foundation and the Nevada Arts Council & National Endowment for the Arts. Media sponsors include Americom/Reno Radio Representatives, Bea-Design for Marketing, Charter Communications, H & A Productions, KNPB Public Television, KTVN, KUNR Public Radio – FM 88.7, Red Machine Multimedia and the Reno News & Review.

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June 3-5- Quincy, CA: Spring Wildflower Photography Workshop Greenhorn Creek Guest Ranch. For information, call 1-800-HOWDY or visit them at www.greenhornranch.com

June 4- Reno, NV: Celtic Legends
Bathed in the traditional allure and culture of Ireland, Celtic Legends is a high-energy, cultural experience that features 100% live music, dance and song. Ancient history of Ireland with virtuoso musicians and phenomenally skilled dancers that combine to bring audiences back to the days of yore. Dynamic dancers jig and reel, with brilliant flashes of speed and unsurpassed technical skill, to the sounds of the fiddle, the great drum, a bodhran and uileann pipes. Tickets are $32.50. (800)879-887 www.eldoradoreno.com

June 5- Quincy, CA: Graffiti Night Car Show
Event held at the Elks Lodge. Call (530) 283-1680

June 5- Beckwourth, CA: Romano’s Farmer’s Market
Chef demonstrations will be held at 12:00a.m. A certified Farmers Market, located at 1329 County Road A23 in Beckwourth. Artisans market is new this year and runs from 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. along with a scheduled farmers market. The first chef demonstration will be by Sean Conry of Longboards Bar & Grill at 12:00p.m

June 5- Reno, NV: Sugar Ray
Known for blending many styles of music including rock, laidback island rhythms and funky hip-hop grooves. Show starts at 9:00 p.m. at the Grande Exposition Hall, Silver Legacy Resort Casino. Tickets: $35, $45, $65. (800) 687-8733 www.silverlegacyreno.com

June 6- Quincy, CA: American Valley Speedway Golden State Challenge 410 Sprint Cars
Races are held at the Plumas-Sierra County Fairgrounds. (530) 283-2175

June 6- Susanville, CA: Susanville Clean-up Day
“Don’t Trash Susanville” Take action and help improve our local community! Meet at Memorial Park at 9:00a.m. Paula Wesch at (530) 252-1273 or pwesch@citilink.net

June 6- Quincy, CA: 22nd Annual County Picnic and Home & Garden Show
Located at the Plumas-Sierra County Fairgrounds, the event runs from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Enjoy a classic car show, old fashioned family games, 5K run, rib cook-off, live entertainment, electronic recycling and more. (530) 283-6272

June 7- Chico, CA: FAR
The Senator Theater presents FAR w/ Will Haven and Them Hills. Doors open at 7:00p.m. Show starts at 7:30 p.m. Advance tickets are $16.00. http://www.jmaxproductions.net/senator.php

June 11-Reno, CA: Los Lonely Boys
A Grammy Award-winning rock band from San Angelo, Texas. They play a style of music which they dub as Texican Rock n’ Roll, combining elements of rock and roll, blues, soul, country, and Tejano. Tickets: $32. (800) 648-1177 www.janugget.com

June 12 & 14- Susanville, CA: The Susanville Symphony Society “The Susanville Pops”
Shows are Friday at 7:00 p.m. and Sunday at 2:30 p.m. Presentation is held at the Assembly of God Church. Advanced general admission $20, Preferred seating $25. Marlene at (530) 310-9211 or visit www.susanvillesymphony.com

June 13-Susanville, CA: Diamond Mountain Speedway Races
The races start at 6:00 p.m. at the Lassen County Fair Grounds. All races are for Modifieds, Strictly Stocks, and Mini Stocks.. (530) 251-8900 www.lassencountyfair.org and www.diamondmountainspeedway.bravehost.com

June 13-Susanville, CA: Honey Lake Valley Riders “Horse Show & Playday/Gymkhana”
The crowning of the HLVR Queen will also take place! Located at the Lassen County Fair Grounds.
Bill or Marlene at (530) 253-3696 or Shauna at (530) 260-3277

June 13-Portola, CA: Music Marathon
Come enjoy 12 hours of non-stop music at the Feather River Community Arts Center! Running from Noon to Midnight, local Bands and musicians will perform to benefit the Arts Center. Noon to 6:00 p.m. Tickets are $7.00/$6.00 members, 6:00 p.m. to Midnight tickets $7.00/$6.00 members. All day passes $12.00/ $10.00 members. Prizes given every two hours! Must be present to win. Schedule of bands and musicians TBA. (530) 832-4518

June 13-14- Greenville, CA: Horseshoe Pitchers Tournament
Come show off your skills! (530) 284-7579

June 16- August 25-North Lake Tahoe: Retro Skate Night at Northstar
Lace up your skates and get your groove on in the Village at Northstar. Enjoy your favorite music from the 70’s and 80’s every Tuesday from 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Enjoy drink specials at the Cabana Bars. The event is free and skate rentals are available for $5. Weather and conditions permitting.

June 17-21- Anderson, CA: Shasta District Fair
Delivers great fun and many activities. (530) 378-6789 www.shastadistrictfair.com

June 18-27- Reno, NV: Reno Rodeo
The wildest, richest rodeo in the west! Now a 10-day event in its 90th year! Takes place from 2:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Tickets are available at www.renorodeo.com, Tickets.com, 1-800-225-2277, or visit Lawlor Events Center Ticket Office, UNR Campus, Reno, NV. Tickets range in price from $12 – $25 based on seating and performance date.

June 18- Chico, CA: 47th Annual Industrial BBQ Competitive Cook-Off
Who will take home this year’s People’s Choice Award? Don’t Miss it! Cook-off takes place at the Silver Dollar Fairgrounds. www.silverdollarfair.org

June 20- Graeagle, CA: Taste of Mohawk
The Park in downtown Graeagle is the location for the Fundraiser for the Mohawk Community Resource Center — a service of Plumas Rural Services — in Blairsden, corner of Hwy.70 and 80. Eat your way around the Park sampling the best of the local restaurant’s fare. Tickets are limited. Adult tickets will be $20.00 and $10.00 for children under 12. Tickets will be available in May at The Mill Works, Graeagle Outpost and the Mohawk Community Resource Center. http://www.graeagle.com/marketplace/mcrc/

June 19-20- Chester, CA: 27th Annual Mile High 100 Bike Ride
Join the ride on Friday from 6:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. and Saturday at 6:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Located at Chester Park, Main Street & Willow St. There will be 3 different routes to choose from. Come out for a day of food, fun and music. After the rides enjoy vendors, live music, and spaghetti feed. (530) 258-2426 www.MileHigh100.com

June 21- Quincy, CA: Father’s Day Fly Fishing Clinic

Greenhorn Creek Guest Ranch, Quincy, CA For information, call 1-800-HOWDY or visit them at www.greenhornranch.com

June 21-Quincy, CA: Father’s Day Fly-In
A great way to spend the day with your Dad! Fireman’s Pancake Breakfast, lots of airplanes, BBQ, and a huge raffle! Takes place at Gansner Airfield from 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (530) 283-0188

June 22- Reno, NV: Attack Attack!
Club Underground presents Attack Attack! with bands Watchout! There’s Ghosts & Of Machines. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. and show starts at 7:30 p.m. All ages allowed. Ticket prices are TBA. www.clubunderground-reno.com

June 26- Reno, NV: Gladys Knight
Entertaining the world with her unmistakable voice and style. Show starts at 8:00 p.m. at the Grand Exposition Hall, Silver Legacy Resort Casino. Tickets: $50, $60 and $80. (800) 687-8733 www.silverlegacyreno.com

June 26- 27- North Lake Tahoe: Northstar Star Tours
Come experience the starry sky above Northstar® Resort. We’re offering a series of Star Tours this summer led by Tony Berendsen, the President of the Nevada Science Coalition. All reservations can be purchased by calling 1-800-GO-NORTH. Tour participants should meet at the Starbucks in the Northstar Village at 8:30 p.m. and will walk about a 1/4 mile up to the observation site as a group. All tours should be done by 10:30 p.m. www.northstarattahoe.com

June 27-28- Reno, NV: BBQ, Brews & Blues Festival – At this two-day festival, microbreweries from around the world will post along Virginia Street and pour cool and frothy microbrews. Food will also be sold street side including savory ribs, grilled chicken, spicy sausage and more fresh food from the outdoor charbroil grill. Fresh Margaritas and flavorful daiquiris, as well as premium cigars and souvenir merchandise are also available at the festival. Live entertainment will be on every corner of the festival, all day. (800) 879-8879 www.eldoradoreno.com

June 27-Susanville,CA: Lassen County Chamber 19th Annual “Main St. Cruise Classic Car Show N Shine” Enjoy an afternoon admiring classics and celebrating fine automobiles. Uptown car show runs from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Afterwards, head to the Diamond Mountain Casino to dance, BBQ, and see which cars win the awards. 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. (530) 257-4323

June 27-Chester, CA: A Few Brews & A Banjo
Take part in an afternoon of great fun sampling micro brewed beers and listening to music along the Feather River. The music and fun are free! Beer sampling is $20 per person. You must be 21 or older to participate. This event is sponsored by Plumas Arts and the Lake Almanor Community Foundation and will be located at the Chester Park. (530) 259-3757

June 27-28-Quincy, CA: Relay For Life
Run the track at Feather River College to support Cancer research and fundraising, sponsored by The American Cancer Society. Watch or participate on a team. Take advantage of important health information, games, good food and fun. (530) 836-2586

July 4- Quincy, CA: 4th of July Family Picnic and Day on the Ranch Workshop

Greenhorn Creek Guest Ranch, Quincy, CA For information, call 1-800-HOWDY or visit them at www.greenhornranch.com

July 4- Chester, CA: 4th of July Parade
Join in and celebrate the festivities starting at 11:00 a.m. on Main Street, Chester. (530)258-2426

July 4- Lake Almanor, CA: Annual 4th of July Spectacular
Observe in awe as fireworks exploded over the skies of Lake Almanor. Presentation starts at 9:00 p.m. (530) 258-2426

July 4- Reno, NV: Ron White
Ron White performs live in the Tuscany Events Center at the Peppermill! Show starts at 8:00 p.m. and tickets range from $49 – $89. (866) 821-9996 www.peppermillreno.com

July 5- Graeagle, CA: Civil War Battle Reenactment
Take a step back in time and witness a startling reenactment of a monumental time of US history. Begins at 10:00 a.m. at Graeagle Field. (530) 836-6811

Sources:
http://www.gotahoenorth.com/events-and-activities/event-calendar
http://www.reno.com/SECTION/calendar
http://plumascounty.org/Events/events.htm#June
http://www.lassencountychamber.org/calendar/calendar.html
http://www.shastalake.com/events/
http://www.jmaxproductions.net/senator.php

http://www.psrec.coop/community_calendar.php?sec=commres&pag=commcal

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May 1- Reno, NV: Lily Cai Chinese Dance Company
Performed at Nightingale Concert Hall, University of Nevada at 8:00 PM. Lily Cai Chinese Dance Company melds ancient Chinese forms with modern dance in an artistic and inventive marriage of styles. The company bridges the continuum from past to contemporary. Tickets: Adults, $20; students, $18; seniors and children, $12. Call (775) 784-6145 for more information or visit www.unr.edu/arts.

May 2- South Lake Tahoe: Sammy Hagar & The Wabos, Show starts at 7:30PM at Harrah’s Lake Tahoe. Tickets: $75. To purchase tickets or for more information visit www.southshoreroom.com or call 800-786-8208.

May 2- Chico, CA: Endangered Species Faire, 10:00AM to 5:00PM. The 30th Annual Endangered Species Faire features great entertainment, music, activities and educational booths. This event is great for people of all ages! One Heart Ceremony, where GIANT puppets celebrate the elements and interconnectedness in grand style! Cedar Grove (in Bidwell Park, Chico) Hosted by Butte Environmental Council. Contact Mary Muchowski at (530) 891-6424 for additional information.

May 2- Chico, CA: Pioneer Days Parade 2009 Presented by Celebration of People, Inc. This is Chico`s Spring Parade held in Downtown Chico. (530) 891-8294 or visit www.pioneerdayparade.com. Fun starts at 11:00AM.

May 3- Graeagle, CA: 3rd Annual “Tea in the High Sierra”, 2:00PM- 4:00PM at the Mohawk Community Resource Center, Graeagle. Tickets are $20 and are a “hot item.” Every year it sells out early. Grab your hat and get your ticket at the Mohawk Community Resource Center call (530) 836-0446.
May 8-10 Reno, NV: Reno River Festival

May 8-10 Milford, CA: Honey Lake Motocross Park “WORCS Event-MX Weekend” Located at 48-450 US Highway 395. For more information call (530) 827-2639 or visit www.honeylakemx.com.

May 9- Reno, NV: 10,000 Maniacs , Playing at John Ascuaga’s Nugget; 10,000 Maniacs is a United States-based alternative rock band, formed in 1981 and active with various line-ups through today. Their best-known member is Natalie Merchant, who left the band in 1993 to pursue a solo career. The band still continues to release new material and tour w/ Mary Ramsey on vocals who has recorded with the band for the last ten years. Tickets: $32. To order tickets or for more information contact (800) 648-1177 or www.janugget.com.

May 9- Susanville, CA: Diamond Mountain Speedway Races
6:00PM at the Lassen County Fair Grounds. For more info call (530 251-8900 or visit www.lassencountyfair.org.

Mother’s Day – May 10th Ride ‘N Dine Mom at Greenhorn Ranch.May 16- Quincy, CA: Wagon Rides, Horseback Riding and Fabulous Fixin’s Ranch meal. Greenhorn Creek Guest Ranch, 2116 Greenhorn Ranch Road, Quincy, California 95971 1-800-334-6939 www.greenhornranch.com

American Valley Speedway
NorCal/DART dwarfs, Modified, Pure Mini Stocks, Hobby Stocks & Pro Stocks
Plumas-Sierra County Fairgrounds in Quincy. Call (530) 283-2175 for more information and times.

May 15, May 22, May 29: Friday Night Bar-B-Q Starts May 15th every Friday throughout the SUMMER!
Ranch Chuck House Open for Breakfast Lunch and Dinner to the Public
Horseback Rides EVERY DAY 10:00 and 2:00 p.m.
There’s much much more. Greenhorn Creek Guest Ranch, 2116 Greenhorn Ranch Road, Quincy, California 95971 1-800-334-6939 www.greenhornranch.com

May 16-17 Quincy, CA: Crazy About Quilts Show – Enjoy a weekend full of beautiful designs and colors. For times, locations, and information call (530) 283-9386.

May 17- Graeagle, CA: 2nd Annual Plumas CASA Benefit Golf Tournament – 10:00AM Shotgun start. Play at Plumas Pines Golf Resort and help raise funds for abused and neglected children of Plumas County. Includes Longboard’s Luncheon following play and tee prizes. Raffle and live auction will be held. Entry fee $100 per person (deadline May 8, 2009). Call (530) 836-4509 or (530) 283-5537 to sign up.

May 20-25- Chico, CA: Silver Dollar Fair 2009, daily grounds entertainment acts, grandstand shows, rodeo, auto racing, 14,000+ competitive exhibits and livestock, Butler Amusements Carnival (There will be four Pay-One Price Carnival Wristband Days) and much more! Admission prices: Adults $7, Seniors $5 (65 & over) & Children $3.00 (ages 6 -12) Under 6 FREE. For additional information call (530) 895-4666 or visit www.silverdollarfair.org.

May 23-24- Chester, CA: Memorial Day Craft Fair 10:00AM -5:00PM, 10:00PM- 4:00PM at the Chester Park. For additional information call (530) 258-2426.

May 23-24- Eagle Lake, CA: Camp Ronald McDonald “14th Annual Memorial Day Pancake Breakfast’ 7:00AM-11:00AM at Camp Ronald McDonald at Eagle Lake. Support a camp scholarship fundraiser that benefits local children to attend our Lassen County Kids Week. For more info contact Vicky Flaig at (916) 734-4230.

Sources:
http://www.reno.com/SECTION/calendar
http://plumascounty.org/Events/events.htm#October
http://www.lassencountychamber.org/calendar/maycalendar.html

http://www.chicochamber.com/Event_Calendar/View_Calendar.html

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