The intimacy of this venue puts a whole new slant on its productions. The "us & them" syndrome…read moresimply doesn't exist here in the way that the audience surrounds the performers rather than being detached from the action. In between runs, the theatre now offers local music on Saturday nights as well. Good job, Stage 3... local art at its best!

Tuolumne County is lucky to have live theatre available all through the year. Stage 3 is right in…read moredowntown Sonora, just one block from the intersection of Stockton and Washington Streets. Stage 3 is awesome. I have seen a few productions here. My favorite was a few years ago and was one of the funniest shows I have ever seen. "The Complete Works Of William Shakespeare - Abridged". If you ever get a chance to see this, it is hilarious. Season tickets are $75 - what a bargain! Tickets to five productions for about what you'd pay for one concert ticket at an overcrowded venue where you would need binoculars to see the performer! Individual tickets are $15 to $18 Performances are Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights and Sunday has a matinee performance. The theatre is intimate - 80 seats - so you are assured of a good seat. Check them out: http://www.stage3.org/Default.htm

'FROGGY WENT A COURTIN' Historic powerful place! Love this town When froggy McNutt goes to Frogtown…read moreyou know it's always going down! When you ride all day and feel a cramp you know you shredded at Angles Camp! This is an amazing place to watch the legendary frog jumping contest every year. Great place to go race BMX or check out the races and bike show and swap meet and get signatures from some of the Legends! Great place to go sightseeing in a historic town

A very nice local county fair. Everything is on a smaller scale but just as much fun as larger…read morefairs you may have experienced previously. We did find the signage /directions to the fair to be a bit confusing but once there we were all good.

TIM! TIM! TIM! The…read morelifeblood & soul of this museum is a docent named Tim. A polite yet confident, friendly yet proud personality, Tim gave my girlfriend and I the museum experience of a century. Arriving at the museum, we were greeted by a docent at the entry who was quite kind to us and we enjoyed the initial room and science/medicine rooms - however, if you're the type who reads every line at a museum, you will enjoy it more than we did because the information was IMMENSE. Too much for my adhd brain, but perfect for an avid reader. But it was the carriage house that floored us. Tim greeted us nearly the moment we stepped through the doors to introduce himself as a volunteer at the museum. I figured he may give us a little intro and then let us parouse the 10,000sf facility but boy was I wrong. Tim proceeded to give us a guided private tour for what was easily the good part of an hour. Carriage by carriage, phonograph by phonograph, Tim passionately spoke on the most interesting history, anecdotes, untold tales, and intriguing facts about every item in front of us. It was as if he had plugged himself into the knowledge of the universe and was translating its binary into English for us to understand. I loved every moment and most importantly, I could see that HE loved every moment. We walked out having to look at our tickets to see if we had accidentally purchased VIP guided tour tickets. But no - that is just the character of Tim and of the people who run the museum. We finished at the mining building where we got a chance to see incredible historical items/devices/tools, as well as some BEAUTIFUL specimens of stones - including the 2 most gorgeous pieces of petrified wood I have EVER seen. The docent as this building raved about Tim as well but was no stolid volunteer herself - she was ALSO extremely friendly in her own right, offering us cold water on the hot day we toured. I cannot wait to go back and recommend this museum to any and all in the Angels Camp / Murphys area!

This museum has Gold County History- so much to see!! Wagon…read more& Carriage, Mining & Artisan exhibition and a Water Wheel Power Stamp Mill. In the same building is the Calaveras Visitor's Bureau! If you walk past the Visitors Bureau there is an interesting film on the Frog Jumping Contest and many Frog Facts!!

Reggae In The Hills was incredible. Incredibly Hot! Fun! Up Lifting! One Love! The key to…read moresurviving this event is water, water and more water. Bring plenty of cash, and if you can, camp there too. As for the entertainment expect top notch. "More Fire!" Capleton Says! I had a blast and encourage all Reggae lovers to attend this one. Plenty of vendors, food and booze. Ganja friendly atmostphere. The crowd, vendors, and staff are all courtious and respectful. Be prepared to spend a hot like fire fun filled weekend. Ohh? Did I mention, the music is off the hook! Nuff Respect! I Shall Return Again.

This is one of my favorite courses of all time. The course is beautiful year-round, especially late…read moreSpring and early Fall. The course is laid outdifferent from most courses. The front is a par 38 and the back is a par 32. Par 32, piece of cake, right? Wrong. The back is demanding and extremely narrow. You have to play smart, hit your shots, and leave your shots to green in the right place. The pro shop is rocked well enough and both Bob and Chris are excellent. The practice areas here are enough to get you ready for your round, or allow you to work on your game. The driving range is rough, but it works. There is an outside deli window that is open for most of the year that you can grab stuff at the turn at, and the bar has dogs and chips when the deli is closed. The restaurant has huge glass windows that let you lookout onto the course at dinner and the food has always been excellent. Everyone I have ever met here has been kind, personable, and easy-going. It's not a stuffy club. Come in the summer and watch kids cannon ball off the diving board. It's a great place to golf, a great place to just be, and it's definitely one of my happy places.

Drove up to Sequoia Woods from Angels Camp. The weather was at least 10 degrees cooler, which is…read morenecessary in the summer months. Sat on the patio and had a drink before dinner. The landscape was relaxing and beautiful. Loved seeing all the people taking advantage of the beautiful scenery. Our honest came and got us when our table was ready. She was very polite. Our server Jen was very knowledgeable about the menu and full of smiles from beginning to end. The food (prime rib) was incredible and cooked to perfection with everyone's sides just as delicious. Save room for dessert! After dinner we sat outside again to hear the music of Jill Warren An excellent evening all around

We visited Ironstone Vineyards to celebrate my daughter's birthday and it was such a beautiful…read moreplace to spend the day. As you drive up, you're greeted by gorgeous landscaping and flowers everywhere -- the setting alone makes you want to slow down and stay awhile. We did a wine tasting and really enjoyed the wines. The Sauvignon Blanc was especially good -- crisp, refreshing, and perfect for a warm day. The Pinot Noir was also a standout, smooth and easy to sip. You can tell they put care into their wines, and there was something for everyone in our group to like. The grounds are spacious and peaceful, with views, gardens, and plenty of spots to wander or sit and relax. It feels more like an experience than just a quick tasting stop. The woman helping us was a bit reserved, but still helpful as we made our selections. Overall, Ironstone is a lovely place to visit if you're in the area -- great wine, beautiful scenery, and a relaxing atmosphere that makes for a memorable outing.

We attended a Willie Nelson concert at the Ironstone amphitheater. The lawn seating was perfect and…read morea great price lots of food options and plenty of restrooms. The only downside was their Wi-Fi. I was unable to pull up my Ticketmaster tickets so after I went through security, I had to get out of line and go all the way over to will call to get printed tickets and go back through security again.

An Unforgettable, World-Class Casino Experience!…read more I cannot say enough good things about Black Oak Casino Resort! I visited recently as a complete beginner, and the experience was second to none. The highlight of the night was at the Pai Gow table. My friend generously put down a Benjamin just so I could learn the ropes and get a feel for the game. I was a bit nervous at first, but the dealers were extremely helpful, patient, and fantastic teachers. Thanks to their guidance, I walked away feeling completely comfortable and confident with the game. It must have been beginners luck, but I immediately won my friend's initial bet back and came up a bit. Beyond the stellar gaming education, the customer service across the entire resort was top-notch. The staff goes above and beyond, drinks are readily offered to customers to keep the good times rolling, and the facilities themselves were absolutely immaculate. Whether you are a seasoned player or a novice looking to learn, this place makes you feel welcome and taken care of. I'll definitely be back!

Great casino! Lots to do for the kids. I live in the next county over, and all my kids ask is to go…read moreto Black Oak, either for the day or the night, either way we really do have the best time. Their staff is beyond friendly, and always very helpful. I really do enjoy eating down stairs at The Charlie. Great pizza and great drinks. The kids love just hanging out at the pool, but also enjoying going to Cyber Quest, and the trampoline park. I'm glad to have something somewhat close for the kids to do during summer. Really appreciate this place!

Great experience! Food, drinks, vendors and live music were all great. Even though it sprinkled the…read morewhole time, we had a blast. We'll definitely return!

"Kiss Me, I'm Irish!", "Luck of the Irish" and "Top o' the morning!" These sayings and more were…read moreheard or seen (on t-shirts) during the annual Murphys Irish Days celebration last Saturday. This event is a must attend celebration for locals and visitors alike. Main Street is closed to through traffic due to all of the food and craft stands up and down the street. Frozen cheesecake? Yes please! Patrons are decked out in various shades of green. Many have partaken in the age-old tradition of beer consumption. The crowd is definitely more of a beer drinking crowd, rather than the usual wine tasting peeps who frequent Murphys. Not that there's anything wrong with that, but I'm just saying. Having grown up in the area, it is really fun seeing people I know and catching up (aka gossiping). Plus, it is a good excuse to do a little wine tasting. I mean, I'm near the tasting rooms after all. ;)