Sonora's Farmer's Market starts May 17th

2008 Events

 FEBRUARY

8th - March 23rd ~ WOODY GUTHRIE’S AMERICAN SONG. Stage 3 Theatre starts it’s season off with a soul-soaring musical journey of Woody Guthrie, down highways, back roads & right into the heart of America. Call (209) 536-1778 / www.stage3.org

9th ~ THE 3 TENORS An Elegant Evening. At the Sonora Opera Hall, (a fundraiser for teen suicide prevention). This Event Features Fine Food, Music & Entertainment. Call (209) 532-5223

10th ~ THE ANNUAL ART & WINE EXTRAVAGANZA. Hosted by the Soroptimist of Sonora, at the Sonora Elks Lodge from 1 to 4 p.m. Call (209) 532-6218.

16th ~ THE ANNUAL FIREMAN’S BALL.  Hosted by the Volunteer Fire Department at the Sonora Opera Hall. Take your sweetie for some hot fun with music by Crazy Ivan for only $5.00 Call (209) 928-1051

MARCH

1st ~ THE ANNUAL STUDENT COMPETITION. At the Sonora Opera Hall.
This event features student hair styling & dance competitions. Call (209) 533-4599

8th ~ CHINESE DINNER & AUCTION. At the Sonora Opera Hall. A No host bar & appetizers at 6, Dinner & Auction at 7 p.m. Sponsored by the WATCH program as a fundraiser. Call (209) 533-0510

7th thru 9th ~ THE SONORA CELTIC FAIRE. At the Mother Lode Fairgrounds. Scottish Knights, Jousting, Celtic Market Place/Villages, Reenactments, Ethnic Food & Drink.  Call (800) 350-1814 / www.SonoraCelticFaire.com

14th ~ THE GOLDEN VOICES OF THE WEST. Doors Open at 7 p.m., show at 8 p.m., at the Sonora Opera Hall. This event features Dave Stamey, Dave Rainwater with Lori Brandon & Mark Stoltenberg. Harmony, History & Humor will be served up along with Chili &Cornbread. Call (209) 532-1479

15th & 16th ~ THE ANNUAL HOME & GARDEN SHOW. Presented by the Union Democrat at the Mother Lode Fairgrounds. Call (209) 532-7151 / www.uniondemocrat.com

21st ~ SATURATE. At the Sonora Opera Hall. An Evening of Praise & Worship, Admission is Free. Call (209) 770-0536 / www.saturateworship.com

28th ~ FAT FRIDAY. The Historic Sonora Chamber presents Mardi Gras at the Sonora Opera Hall. Call (209) 588-9625 / www.sonorachamber.com

APRIL

18th ~ LAMPLIGHT DINNER. At the Sonora Opera Hall. The Tuolumne County Historical Society will host their Annual Lamplight Dinner. This event will feature no-host social hour, dinner, special guest speaker & awards for Historic Homes & Businesses. Call (209) 532-1317 / www.tchistory.org

18th - May 18th ~ STEEL MAGNOLIAS. Presented by Stage 3 Theatre. This play is about a group of both wisecracking & yet wise group of ladies in a small town beauty parlor. Call (209) 536-1778 / www.stage3.org

20th ~ COWGIRL LUNCHEON. Presented by the Sheriff’s Posse at the Sonora Opera Hall. A Luncheon & Fashion Show featuring Vintage & Western Fashions. Call (209) 928-5303 / www.motherloderoundup.com

26th ~ SONORA’S SPRING FESTIVAL. This Spring Time Event is held in the Historic Section of Downtown Sonora & is FREE to the Public. It Includes: Arts/Crafters, Live Music, Street Entertainment & Dance Groups. Call (209) 532-7725 / www.sonoraca.com

26th ~ ICES CHILDRENS FAIR. Held at the Mother Lode Fairgrounds. This event is Free & Features Informational Booths & Activities for Children of all ages. Call (209) 533-4017 / www.icesagency.org

MAY

10th & 11th ~ MOTHER LODE ROUND-UP Parade & Rodeo. Saturday will feature one of the longest Parades in Calif. with a Rodeo to follow. Sunday’s Event includes a Mother’s Day Brunch, Western Dancing and BBQ. Hosted by the Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Posse in Downtown Sonora. Call (209) 928-9318 / www.motherloderoundup.com

17th - Oct. 18th ~ SONORA’S FARMER’S MARKET.

Located at Theall & Stewart St. in Downtown Sonora. This Certified Farmer’s Market is Open from 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. every Saturday until October 18th. Enjoy Farm Fresh & Organic Produce & an array of Foods & Crafters. Call (209) 532-7725 / www.sonoraca.com

ART TRAILS. “26” Extraordinary Tuolumne County Artists, representing a diverse range of Art Mediums, will open their studios. The public will have an opportunity to watch demonstrations, view works in progress & converse with the artists. Call (209) 532-1791/ www.sonoraarttrails.org

JUNE

20th - July 20th ~ DOUBT: A PARABLE. At Stage 3Theatre. This play is a quiet and deceptively simple story of 2 nuns & a priest which will keep the audiences gasping. Call (209) 536-1778 / www.stage3.org

28th & 29th ~ THE ANNUAL MOTHER LODE FAIR. At the Mother Lode Fairgrounds. This event features Carnival Rides & Food, Live  Entertainment, Pageants, Agricultural Displays, Destruction Derby & More. Call (209) 532-7428 / www.motherlodefair.com

JULY

26th ~ LIPPIZANER STALLIONS. At the Mother Lode Fairgrounds, presented by White Stallion Productions. Call (407) 366-0366

AUGUST

8th ~ MAGIC OF THE NIGHT. Presented by the City of Sonora on the Historic Streets of Downtown. This Summertime Event is FREE to the Public & includes Live Music & Dancing, Car Shows, Street Entertainment & More. Call (209) 532-7725 / www.sonoraca.com

9th ~ THE ANNUAL SONORA BLUES FESTIVAL. At the Mother Lode Fairgrounds, hosted by Fire on the Mountain. This event includes the best of the Blues with Concerts on 3 Stages, Great Foods, Micro-Breweries, Craft Vendors & More. Call (209) 533-3474 / www.fireonthemountain.com

SEPTEMBER

6th ~ EXOTIC BIRD & ANIMAL EXPO. Presented by Gold Country Aviculture Society at the Mother Lode Fairgrounds. Call (209) 533-3496

12th - October 12th ~ DRIVING MISS DAISY.  Presented by Stage 3 Theatre. A play that takes place in the Deep South prior to the civil rights movement. Call (209) 536-1778 / www.stage3.org

13th ~ HOOLIEFEST. At the Mother Lode Fairgrounds. This Event features unique high energy Celtic Bands, Viking & Dark Ages living history groups, top rated magicians & fire-eaters, belly dancers, specialty artisans & craftsmen, and themed food & drink. www.hooliefest.com 

20th  & 21st ~ THE ANNUAL QUILT AND THREAD SHOW. Presented by the Sierra Quilt Guide, at the Mother Lode Fairgrounds.  Call (209) 532-2353 / www.sierraquiltguid.com

27th ~ THE ANNUAL SIERRA APPLE FESTIVAL. At the Mother Lode Fairgrounds. This Event is Old-Fashion Family Fun, with activities & Surprises for Everyone. From Pie Eating Contests to Apple Peeling & Cider Demos Plus So Much More. Call (209 532-1607 / www.sierraapplefestival.com

OCTOBER

11th ~ THE ANNUAL TRIVIA BEE. At the Sonora Opera Hall. This is sponsored by Reading Plus & a Fundraiser for the Adult Literacy Program. This stimulating event is full of Fun, Surprises & Trivia! Call (209) 694-2727/ www.tuolumnecounty.ca.gov

24th thru 26th ~ THE ANNUAL ART EXHIBIT. Presented by the Mother Lode Art Association, at the Sonora Opera Hall. This will be a judged Fine Art Show, displaying works in all media by local & regional Artists. Admission is Free. Call (209) 586-5965/586-9663

NOVEMBER

8th ~ DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY. At the Mother Lode Fairgrounds, presented by the Historic Sonora Chamber of Commerce. Take an ocean cruise filled with Great Food, Entertainment, Music & Prizes. Get Swept Away! Call (209) 588-9625 / www.sonorachamber.com 

26th ~ THANKSGIVING IN THE PARK. The Heart Rock Café & Christian Heights present a free Thanksgiving Dinner at Courthouse Park. Call (209) 532-7305 / www.christianheights.org

28th ~ THE ANNUAL CHRISTMAS PARADE. Located in Historic Downtown Sonora. This Night-Time Parade is sure to put everyone in the Holiday Spirit, with Festively Decorated Floats, Antique Autos, Bands, Animals & of course Santa & Mrs. Claus join in on the Fun.  Immediately following the Parade there will be Music & Santa in the Park  & Merchants will hold Open Houses

28th & 29th ~ HOLIDAY FAIRE & CRAFT BOUTIQUE. At the Sonora Opera Hall. This Holiday Favorite features Home-made Crafts & Goodies. Call (209) 532-7252.

28th thru 30th ~ THE  SONORA CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL. At the Mother Lode Fairgrounds. This Spirited Celebration includes Music, Family Entertainment, International Foods, Plus Art & Crafters of all varieties. Call (209) 533-3473 / www.fireonthemountain.com

DECEMBER

Christmas will fill the Streets in Historic Downtown Sonora! Santa will have hours at his house in the Park along with many other Holiday Festivities, Please check back with us at: (209) 532-7725 / www.sonoraca.com or email swilkinson@sonoraca.com

The City of Sonora
Special Programs Department
94 N. Washington Street
Sonora, CA 95370
Phone:(209) 532-7725
Fax:(209) 532-3511