Wakamatsu Colony Festival — May 18, 2013
10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Enjoy Taiko drummers, sword demonstrations, Japanese folk music and dancing, traditional Japanese arts and crafts, history, and hay wagon tours. Sake, wine and sushi tasting. This fundraiser supports and honors the site of the Wakamatsu Tea and Silk Colony Farm, the first known Japanese colony in North America. At the Graner House, Cold Springs Road, Gold Hill. $15 adults ($20 on day of event), $7 youth, free for kids 10 and under. (Food and beverages not included in ticket price.)
event websiteAmerican River Trailfest — June 9, 2013
Enjoy live performances, great food, local wines & beers, silent and live auctions, and activities for kids to help generate funds for the South Fork American River Trail at this benefit for the American River Conservancy. Dance under the stars at EarthTrek’s Camp in River Park Village located on Hwy 49 in Lotus. For more information call (530) 621-1224.
event website32nd Annual American River Festival — August 31, 2013
The American River Festival is one of the longest running whitewater festivals in the country. Come watch and participate in this fun weekend on water and land! Centered in Henningsen Lotus Park, land activities include games, live music, food and merchandise vendors, and great spectator seats. River games and activities include races for those of all abilities, fun fests for kids, and educational clinics. The Festival benefits several river-focused nonprofits. For more information, call The River Store at 530-626-3435.
event website7th Annual American River Music Festival — September 13 - 15, 2013
Bringing you the finest in American roots music, the 2012 festival presented over 25 performances, including Roy Rogers and the Delta Rhythm Kings, Dangermuffin Tony Furtado, Poor Man’s Whiskey, Tom Russell, Wheeler Brothers, Ray Bonneville with Nina Gerber, the Joe Craven Trio, Birds of Chicago, Rita Hosking, Cousin Jack and more. Music will be at the riverfront main stage in Henningsen Lotus Park and at three riverfront campgrounds. Enjoy kids’ activities, art vendors, live art, music jams, dancing, a Friday night showcase, freshly prepared food, local beverages and much more. Several different ticket packages are available. For more information, call (530) 622-6044.
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- Celebrate TrailFest and National Get Outdoors Day in Coloma! – I think nearly everyday in the Coloma-Lotus Valley is a reminder to get outdoors and play, but this Sunday is actually National GET OUTDOORS Day! Come Play! Mother Lode River Center is hosting a National Get Outdoors Day Celebration, the LoCol Farmer's Market is open, and it is the 10th Annual American River TrailFest! Be there, or be the only one who isn't!
- Ready, Set...Happy Memorial Day Weekend! – Well, the Coloma-Lotus Valley is officially OPEN FOR BUSINESS for the 2013 Summer Season! All the seasonal businesses are open to serve your dining, lodging or recreational needs, the river is flowing and that Summertime feeling is here! So, come catch the buzz! Memorial Day weekend is our official kick-off to the Summer Season. From a bird's eye view, you would probably see a plethora of tents, cabins, RV's, rafts, kayaks, barbeques and families recreating, but from the view of the South Fork American River, you will just see a bunch of people having good ol' fashioned family fun in the great outdoors!
- More Events Happening In the Coloma-Lotus Valley! – My last post included fun, upcoming events that are happening RIGHT HERE in the CL Valley...but apparently one post wasn't nearly enough to accommodate everything that is happening! I was informed of even more great events, and thereby encouraged to share them with all of you!
- What's happening in the Coloma-Lotus Valley? – Coloma-Lotus Valley Upcoming Events: Ghost Rush 2013, 1st Annual Rattlesnake Bar Classic Car Show, Olde Coloma Theatre Events, Mother Lode Century, JDRF Coloma RIver Run and Wakamatsu Farm Festival.