Purple Tie Gala Flyer

Operation Care Purple Tie Gala

October 12 @ 6:00 pm 10:00 pm

Purple Tie Gala Flyer

Join us for a memorable evening at the 2nd Annual Purple Tie Gala on Saturday, October 12, 2024, from 6 PM to 10 PM at the Italian Picnic Grounds in Sutter Creek. This special event supports Operation Care’s vital services and features a no-host bar, exciting live and silent auctions, and a raffle—all benefiting survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking in Amador County. Dress boldly and stand out—this event is all about our catchy purple tie waiters, who will serve you with flair! Don’t forget, tips are highly encouraged to benefit this great cause.

Guests will be treated to a unique dining experience as Amador County Celebrity Waiters serve you throughout the evening. Tickets are $100 per person or $700 for a table of 8. Proceeds directly support Operation Care’s student scholarships and community programs.

The Italian Picnic Grounds is located at 581 Highway 49 in Sutter Creek. Individual tickets are $100; tables of 8 are $700. Tickets can be purchased online at operationcare.org or in person at their office located at 817 Court Street, Suite 12, Jackson, CA. For questions, call 209-223-2897.

Operation Care has been a vital resource for the Amador County community, providing support and advocacy for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault for over 40 years. Through services such as emergency shelter, a 24-hour crisis line, and education programs, they help survivors rebuild their lives with dignity and support.

For more information on how Operation Care helps survivors and to purchase tickets, visit operationcare.org.

$100 per ticket
581 CA-49
Sutter Creek, CA 95685 United States
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Brewfest 2024 Flyer

Brewfest

September 20 @ 11:30 am 12:00 pm

Brewfest 2024 Flyer

Join the Italian Benevolent Society for their annual Brewfest on Friday, September 20th, from 4 PM to midnight. Enjoy an evening filled with craft beers from Amador Brewing Company, Boring Rose Brewing Co., and Claimstake Brewing. The festivities include Salami Bingo, a cornhole tournament, and live music from Amador Sons (4 PM – 6:30 PM), The Blowbacks (6:30 PM – 9 PM), and Koolshifters (9 PM – 11:30 PM).

The event will be held at the Italian Picnic Grounds, located at 581 CA Hwy 49 in Sutter Creek.

Food trucks and vendors will be on-site, offering a variety of delicious options. Best of all, admission and parking are free! Proceeds support the Italian Benevolent Society’s High School scholarship fund.

For more information, visit italianbenevolentsociety.com.

Proceeds from the event help the Italian Benevolent Society’s High School scholarship fund.

 

Organizer

Italian Benevolent Society
Phone
209-267-0206
Email
italiansocietyamador@gmail.com
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581 CA-49
Sutter Creek, CA 95685 United States
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Old Sutter Creek Flea Market Flyer

Old Sutter Creek Flea Market

January 21 @ 6:00 am 2:00 pm

Old Sutter Creek Flea Market Flyer

If you’re on the hunt for unique finds, the Old Sutter Creek Flea Market is your destination! Held every 3rd Sunday of the month at the Italian Picnic Grounds, this market showcases a variety of antiques, collectibles, and vintage treasures. Gates open at 6 AM, and the market runs until 2 PM. Admission is just $2, with free parking.

Interested in selling? Contact 209-267-8314 or email oldsuttercreekfleamarket@gmail.com. For updates and vendor info, visit www.oldsuttercreekfleamarket.com or follow on Instagram @oldsuttercreekfleamarket.

The Italian Picnic Grounds are located at 581 California Highway 49 in Sutter Creek, California. This is a Tigby Hill Event (@tigbyhillvintage on Instagram).

2024 Dates: January 21st, February 18th, March 17th, April 21st, May 19th, June 16th, July 21st, August 18th, September 15th, October 20th, November 17th, and December 15th.

Organizer

Tigby Hill Vintage
Phone
209-267-8314
Email
oldsuttercreekfleamarket@gmail.com
581 CA-49
Sutter Creek, CA 95685 United States
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Flynn Creek Circus

June 22, 2023 @ 7:00 pm 9:00 pm

A unique big top experience comes to Amador County in June.  The Flynn Creek Circus, a rurally-based, circus-theater company, presents ‘Desert Myth’ at the Italian Picnic Grounds in Sutter Creek from June 22nd through the 25th.  Here is a description of the performance from their website:

Featuring wild stunts, hilarious comedy, and mind blowing skills, ‘Desert Myth’ is an acrobatic odyssey. A sudden sand storm separates our nomads from their home. Follow our lost as they journey through the desert looking for the oasis. The Tourist, the Cacti, the Wanderer and the Sand Spirit are just some of the colorful characters you will meet along the way. An eclectic blend of multi-cultural folklore, this provocative tale speaks to a thirst for truth in a dry landscape full of ‘misguides’. Charming and inspiring, ‘Desert Myth’ is a memory making event for the whole family…

Internationally award winning talents from around the globe come together in this star studded cast of creators.  This is the show everyone will be talking about this Summer. 

There will be seven performances over the four days the Flynn Creek Circus is in town.  Tickets range from $18 for a bar stool ticket for single people ready to mingle with others in the crowd to $81 for a bench suitable for two adults and a small child tp $179 for a VIP table for four.  Parking is free for show attendees and beer and other concessions will be available for purchase.  The Italian Picnic Grounds is located at 581 California Highway 49 in Sutter Creek, California.

To purchase tickets, please visit their Sutter Creek ticket page and to find out more information about the Flynn Creek Circus, please visit their website at flynncreekcircus.com.

Organizer

Amador Council of Tourism
Phone
209-267-9249
Email
hello@visitamador.com
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581 CA-49
Sutter Creek, CA 95685 United States
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Empty Bowls

May 21, 2023 @ 11:30 am 1:30 pm

The Interfaith Food Bank of Amador County presents Empty Bowls, a fundraiser to support the work of the Interfaith Food Bank to help the hungry of Amador County. Empty Bowls will take place at the Italian Picnic Grounds on Sunday, May 21st, 2023 from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm. From the Interfaith Food Bank’s website:

This humble, community-based event is a reminder of the hungry among us. Each bowl represents someone in need of our help, so come share soup provided by the generosity of local restaurants!

Tickets for Empty Bowls are $25. Ages 12 and under are $10. Tickets are available at the Food Bank located on Airport Rd., the Thrift Store located in the Sutter Hill Plaza Shopping Center, and online at feedamador.org.

The Italian Picnic Grounds is located at 581 Highway 49 in Sutter Creek, California.

$25 Ages 12 and under are $10
581 CA-49
Sutter Creek, CA 95685 United States
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Shrimp & Clam Chowder Feed

Join the Italian Benevolent Society as they present their Shrimp & Clam Chowder Feed on November 5, 2022 at the Italian Picnic Grounds in Sutter Creek, California.  The Feed will feature antipasto, salad, pasta, clam chowder, wine and dessert.  A no-host bar will also be available as well as raffle with gifts donated from local businesses.  Tickets will be $40 and seating will be limited.  Cocktail hour will begin at 6:00 pm with dinner to follow at 7:00 pm.

Tickets will be in high demand and will only be available in person at Manassero Insurance in Jackson.  To contact Manassero Insurance to see if tickets are still available, please call 209-223-2551.  The Italian Picnic Grounds is located at 581 California Highway 49 in Sutter Creek.

Family Fall Festival 2022

The Sutter Creek Church of the Nazarene presents their Family Fall Festival for 2022.  The festival will be held at the Italian Picnic Grounds on Saturday, October 29th, 2022.  There will be tons of free family-friendly activities to enjoy including carnival booths, pumpkin decorating, hay rides, food, games and more!  To skip the registration line, you can preregister by clicking hereOn the day of the event, simply stop by the pre-registration tent and let us know you’ve arrived.

The Fall Festival begins at 3 pm and ends at 6 pm.  This is a free event!  The Italian Picnic Grounds is located at 581 California Highway 49 in Sutter Creek, California.

For more information please contact the Sutter Creek Church of the Nazarene at 209-267-1307 or office@scnaz.org.  For a flyer, please click here.

Argonaut Mine Disaster Memorial Dinner

Come commemorate the centennial anniversary of the Argonaut Mine Disaster.  100 years after the dreadful event, the Italian Benevolent Society will gather to remember the victims and rescuers of California’s worst mining disaster.  The Memorial Dinner will take place on August 27th, 2022 beginning at 6 pm.  The evening will feature a social hour, an Italian dinner, and a commemorative program on the Anniversary of the Argonaut Mine Disaster.

The Memorial Dinner will be held at the Italian Picnic Grounds, 581 State Highway 49 in Sutter Creek, California.  Tickets for the Dinner are $35.  To purchase tickets, please visit www.kennedygoldmine.com.  Tickets can also be purchased at the Kennedy Mine (credit card) and the Amador County Chamber of Commerce or the Amador County Museum (cash or check only).  For more information, please call Linda Gonzales at 209-304-0349.

Band Against Cancer

Band Against Cancer is an annual event that raises money for Amador STARS, a non-profit based right here in Amador County that provides support, transportation, and other resources for those that are dealing with cancer. This year, the event will be held on Saturday, September 10th, 2022 at the Italian Picnic Grounds in Sutter Creek, California.

The event will feature live music from local bands including The Boxhorns, Triple Threat, Mike Rolf, Teal Wheels, and The Blowbacks.  Also on hand, dunk your local firefighters in a dunk tank.  There will be a Paint n’ Sip, luminary ceremony, as well as jewelry, weaving demonstration, corn hole tournament, quilt show, and so much more.  And don’t forget all the great food available for purchase from local restaurants and caters including Wing It, Ione Tacos, Coffee Tree, and She’s So Charcuterie.

In addition, there will also be a special event called Sip & Taste with the STARS from 3 to 6 pm where you’ll have the opportunity to try small bites and local Amador wines & brews.  Tickets for the Sip & Taste are $30 per person and you must be 21 years of age or older.

Band Against Cancer will take place on September 10th from 9 am to 9 pm.  Admission is free and so is parking.  For more information or to purchase tickets for Sip & Taste with the STARS, please visit amadorstars.org or call 209-267-1246  

Italian Picnic

June 3, 2023 @ 12:00 pm June 4, 2023 @ 12:00 am

Once again the sights and sounds of Italy return to Sutter Creek for the 141st Annual Italian Picnic & Parade in June.  At the Italian Picnic you’ll find music, food, beer, wine, and Italian culture.  Don’t forget the live bands, dancing, and vendor booths.  And this year will feature the biggest carnival in Italian Picnic History.  Everyday of the Picnic will feature bingo, a salami toss, and cornhole.

On Friday, June 2nd, the Italian Picnic will feature wine tasting from 6 to 9 pm.  On Saturday, June 3rd, be sure to get there early for the spaghetti eating contest at 12 pm Noon.  The Annual Dinner will occur on Saturday and feature roasted chicken, raviolis, antipasto, salad, bread, desert, and wine.  Cocktails start at 6 pm and dinner at 7.  Tickets for the Dinner are $35.  Be sure to get your tickets early as the dinner always sells out!

Sunday will feature the Grand Parade through Sutter Creek at 10 am.  A Tri-Tip BBQ lunch will be back at the Picnic Grounds at noon.  A BBQ plate is $15.

The Italian Picnic & Parade will happen Friday, June 2nd; Saturday, June 3rd; and Sunday, June 4th, 2023 at the Italian Picnic Grounds, 581 California Highway 49 in Sutter Creek, California.  The Picnic is open on Friday from 5 pm to 12 am (Midnight), on Saturday from 12 pm (Noon) to 12 am (Midnight), and on Sunday from 11:30 am to 5 pm and entry to the Picnic is free.

Dinner and BBQ tickets can be purchased on the Italian Benevolent Society’s website or from Manassero Insurance in Jackson (209-223-2551).  For more information about the Italian Picnic, please contact the Society at 209-267-0206 or email them at italiansocietyamador@gmail.com.

Details

Start:
June 3, 2023 @ 12:00 pm
End:
June 4, 2023 @ 12:00 am
Cost:
Free
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Website:
http://www.italianbenevolentsociety.com/

Organizer

Italian Benevolent Society
Phone
209-267-0206
Email
italiansocietyamador@gmail.com
Website
View Organizer Website
581 CA-49
Sutter Creek, CA 95685 United States
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209-267-0206
View Venue Website