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COUEISTIIY 8 Shakespeare onthe Vine Brice Station Vineyards and newly-formed theatre company present Shakespeare's comedy "The Taming of the Shrew."

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i e rra wi erness at museum •What: Backpacking program. • When: Saturday, 2 p.m. • Where: Tuolumne City Museum, corner of Carter and Bay streets in Tuolumne. • Admission: Free.

Tuolumne photojournalist Thomas Atkins will showcase some of the most inaccessible wilderness areas of the high Sierra during a program Saturday at the Tuolumne City Museum. Atkins is an avid backpacker and student of local history. Several years ago he began taking pictures to compliment his writings about his wilderness experiences in Yosemite National Park, the Emigrant Basin, Carson-Iceberg and other areas in the Sierra backcountry. His pictures have been displayed at a Twain Harte gallery

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Thomas Atkins has photographed throughout the Sierra Nevada, including the Emigrant Basin.

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ences nearby. Refreshments will be served following his presentation this weekend. Atkins will also have prints of his work on display and availablefor purchase.

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and Barmy's restaurant as well as published in Backpacker Magazine. Born and raised in Tuolumne, Atkins earned a degree in journalism from California Polytechnic State University. Married for three years, Atkins and his wife now have athree-month-old son. They are owners of Twain Harte Miniature Golf. Atkins said it was partly the appeal of owning a bit of Tuolumne County history which led to their purchase of the 62-year-oldgolfcourse.It also gives him a venue for his photographyand an opportunity to talkto residents and visitors

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Boston roc Ironstone; next u teve Mi er • What: Steve Miller Band with Buddy Guy. • When: Saturday, 7:30 p.m. • Where: Ironstone Amphitheatre, 1894 Six Mile Rd., Murphys. • Tickets: $48 to $243. • Information: 800-745-3000, ironstoneamphitheatre.net

Following Boston's sold-out show last weekend at Ironstone Amphitheatre, the Steve Miller Band takes the stage this Saturday. Opening for the band will be blues legend Buddy Guy. The Steve Miller Band has sold more than 60 million records in a career spanning more than 40 years. His trademark blues-rock sound has made him one of the key artists in classic rock radio. The band's many hits include "Jungle Love," "Take the Money and Run," "Fly Like an Eagle," and "Jet Airliner." Miller released a live version of "The Joker" album last year to celebratethe 40th anniver-

sary of the original No. 1 studio album. His broad appeal crosses boundaries — from headlining the 2011 opening of the new home of "Austin City Limits" to collaborating with country superstar Kenny Chesney on the Country Music Television special, "Crossroads." In addition to his classic albums from the past, Steve Miller's recent releases include "Bingo" and "Let Your Hair

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The Steve Miller Band returns to Ironstone Amphitheatre in Murphys on Saturday. Down." In 2010, Miller went to Europe for the first time in more

than 25 years for a hugely successful round of dates culminat-

ing in a sold out Royal Albert Hall concert in London, before

rock royalty such as Jimmy Page andDavid Gilmour. Miller's 2012 return to Europe was highlighted by a sold-out, critically-acclaimed performance in London. He started the 2013touring season, after

a handful of warm-up dates in Florida, with the band's appearances in New Zealand and Australia. Miller has been touring this summer throughout the United States. Following a show tonight in Scottsdale, Arizona, the band travels to Rancho Mirage, Riverside County, on Friday and Murphys on Saturday. Steve Miller has played at Ironstone three times before: In 2006 with Jerry Joseph opening, in 2008 with Joe Cocker, and 2011 withDave Mason opening. Opening Saturday's show is Buddy Guy, who played five years ago with fellow legends Al Green and B.B. King. At age 78, Guy is a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, a major influence on rock titans like Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, and Stevie Ray Vaughan, and a pioneer of Chicago's fabled West Side sound. Guy has received six Grammy Awards, a 2015 Lifetime Achievement Grammy Award, 34 Blues Music Awards (the most anyartisthas received), the Billboard Magazine Century Award for distinguished artistic achievement,a Kennedy Center Honor, and the Presidential National Medal of Arts. Rolling Stone Magazine ranked him No. 23 in its "100 greatest guitarists of all time." Guy is actually releaing his brand-new studio

abum "Born To Play Gui tar" on Friday via RCA Records. The follow-up to his 2013

double-disc release, "Rhythm & Blues," which debuted at No. 1 on Billboard's Top Blues Albums chart, "Born To Play Guitar" is produced by Grammy Awardwinning producer/songwriter and Guy's longtime collaborator Tom Hambridge. The new releasefeatures guest appearances by Van Morrison, Joss Stone, Kim Wilson and Billy Gibbons. Though Guy will forever be associated with Chicago, his story actually began in Louisiana. One of five children, he was born in 1936 and raised on a plantation 140 miles northwest of New Orleans. Guy was just seven years old when he fashioned his first makeshift "guitar" — a two-string contraptionattached to a piece ofw ood and secured with his mother' s hairpins. In 1957, he took his guitar to Chicago, where he would permanently alter the direction of the instrument, first on numer-

ous sessions for Chess Records playing alongside Howlin' Wolf, Muddy Waters, and the rest of the label's legendary roster, and then on recordings of his own. His incendiary style left its mark on guitarists from Jimmy Page to John Mayer. "He was for me what Elvis was probably like for other people," Eric Clapton said at Guy's Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction in 2005. "My course was set, and he was my pilot." Guy is one of the final surviving connections to an historic

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them. It's like the Ford carHenry Ford invented the Ford car, and regardless how much technology they got on them now, you still have that little sign that says 'Ford' on the front. "One of the last things Muddy Waters told me — when I found out how ill he was, I gave him a call and said, 'I'm on my way to your house.' And he said, 'Don' t come out here, I'm doing all right. Just keep the damn blues alive.' They all told me that if they left here before I did, then everything was going to be on my shoulders. So as long as I'm here, I'm going to do whatever I can to keep it alive."

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alaverasArts ounci presents HotDarkat Turner Park The Calaveras Arts Council presents a free evening of original indie rock music performed by The Hot Dark next Wednesday, Aug. 5, at Turner Park in San Andreas.

Dubbed "a band to watch" by the Indie Rock Cafe, The Hot Dark is a Murphys-based band playing a modern sound it refers to as "post-synth sax-rock." Featuring guitar, bass, saxo-

phone, keyboards, and drums, The Hot Dark began as a studio duo called "Descendants of Prospectors" and has now evolved into a full band inspired by The Talking Heads, Burt Bacharach,

Prince, and even Igor Stravinsky. The Indie Rock Cafe describes vocalist Kiel Williams' voice as "so similar at times to that of Robert Smith's (The Cure) that it's almost surreal."

Williams and Owen Ridings bring vocals and guitar. They are joined by Andy Merrill on bass, Rick Moore on keyboard and sax, Gabriel Cronos on keyboard, and Nicholas Lefler on drums.

The Hot Dark released its debut album, "Live Young," in March. The Calaveras Arts Council brings this acclaimed band as partofitsfree and familyfriendly Music in the Park series. Shows are from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesdays, and those attending are encouraged to bring their own low chairs, blankets, and picnic dinners. While the shows are free of charge, optionaldonations are accepted

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at Sacramento City College and performs widely throughout the region. The Big Band will be performing several new arrangements, including Rodgers and Hammerstein's "It Might As Well Be Spring" featuring Jim Anderson on drums, Stan Kenton's "A Little Minor Booze," the 1950s Sammy Cahn hit "Teach Me Tonight,"and the 1947 Carmen Miranda hit "Tico Tico No Fuba" arranged by lead sax player Gordon Giedt. Allseatsareopen forthe concert and will be $10 atthe door. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call 588-5211. !

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Performances of William Shakespeare's comedy "The Taming ofthe Shrew" begin Friday at Brice Station Vineyards east of Murphys. The play is a collaboration between Brice Station and the newly-foundedtheatre company, Shakespeare on the Vine. "The Taming of the Shrew" is directed and produced by Tara Kayton — a Murphys native

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who has a masters in theatre from Yale University. She now lives in New York City and works professionally all over the world. With "The Taming of the Shrew," Kayton again embraces the exuberant and farcical commedia dell'arte aesthetic. Area residents may be familiar with her recent staged comedies: Moliere's "The Imaginary Invalid," Sedaris's "The Santaland Diaries," and Shakespeare's "Twelfth Night." She has pulled theatre artists from across the country to join Shakespeare on the Vine's inau-

Tara Kayton from New Haven, Connecticut;

Technical Director Ross Aldrich from Vallecito; Scenic Designer Misty Amber Day from Sacramento; and Dramaturg Ryan Davis from San Francisco. Gender-bending hij inks layer

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The creative team includes: Laura J. Eckelman, an associate producer and lighting designer from Washington D.C.; Assistant Director Janet Cunningham

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on physical and social hilarity to this comedy about the roles we play in love and marriage. In additionto some area residents, Kayton said actors are from Minnesota, Los Angeles and New York City. Leadingrolesfeature local favorites: Sean M. Lewis playing the fierce-tongued Katherine, Shelby Rose Richardson portraying the suave and confidant suitor Petruchio, Robert Zellars as innocent sister Bianca, and Sheila Doyle as Padua's own Godfather Baptista. The clowning duo of Charlotte Calvert as Lucentio and McKenna Kelly-Eiding as Tranio along with trusty servants Grumio, Emily Wilson, and Biondello, Brie Shumaway,add to the production. The cast is rounded out with the three old pantaloons:

Charlene West as Hortensio, Sadie Jeffries as Gremio, and Lynn Zunino as Vincentio. "The Taming of the Shrew" willbe performed outdoors at Brice Station's hilltop stage. Doors will open at 6 p.m, and the curtain is at 8 p.m. Those attending are encouraged to bring low-back chairs and blankets. Picnics are allowed, although no outside alcohol. Wine and food will also be available for purchase from a variety of local caterersand eateries:Brice Station's own pizza oven will be serving Friday and Saturday, Terry Richardson of Creative Catering will serve Aug. 6 to 8, Jennifer Stoicheff of Wren Catering from Aug. 13 to 15, and Arnold Pantry will serve Aug. 20 to 22.

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The cast of the upcoming production of "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang." Calaveras Sings Theatre Arts Repertory for Kids (CSTARS) presents "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang" this weekend in Angels Camp. Fifty-five students — ages

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Calaveras County will perform in the musical. "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang" is based on Ian Fleming's novel and the classic 1968 film about the Potts family, their flying car, and the adventures they have as they meet the delightful Truly Scrumptious, the scheming Baron and Baroness Bomburst, and a host of memorable characters.

"This is, by far, the most technically challenging production we' ve ever tackled as a company, but these kids consistently astonish me with their talent and dedication," said Ann M azzaferro, the play's director. "We aredelighted and honored to bethe regional premiere of this musical, and cannot wait for audiences to see how these amazing students take flight." Mazzaferro is joined on the

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from across Calaveras County together. Past productions include "Singing in the Rain," "Fiddler on theRoof,""Annie,""Beauty

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From top right: Caractacus Potts (Vince Marquez), Jeremy Potts (Teagan Serpa), Jemima Potts (Constance Gibson), and Truly Scrumptious (Katie Johnson) are the heroes of "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang." director Ashley VanKirk and choreographer Katy Meeks. Set design is led by Skip Sharp, costume design is led by Renee Kraemer and Kathy Mazzaferro, and lighting and technical direction by David Duggan. "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang" is presentedthrough special arrangement with New Yorkbased Music Theatre International.

Performances are 7 p.m. Friday, 2 and 7 p.m. Saturday, and 2 p.m. Sunday. Founded by local performers and parents in 2009, the mission of CSTARS is to provide theatre workshops and performance opportunities for all children. In doing so, the company hopes to instill a life-long love and respect for the performing arts. CSTARS brings youth

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The Aloft Art Gallery, at 167 S. Washington St. in downtown Sonora, has been freshened up with new paint and window display. The gallery opened in 2008 to provide a venue for artists in the Mother Lode Art Association to show and sell their work. The gallery was originally located above what is now the Candy Vault in the historic Bradford building. An opportunity to relocate to another historic building on street level was presented the following year and the gallery moved to its current location.

There are now 34 artists represented in the gallery who work in various mediums including watercolor, oil and acrylic, pastels, mixed media and photography. Three-dimensional work is also a large part ofthe gallery and includes ceramic sculpture, pottery and jewelry. Artists volunteer their time and talents to operate the gallery. Hours are from 11 a.m.

to 5p.m. Wednesday through Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. The featured artist for August is Don Hukari, who designed the bright new look for the front of the gallery and whose artwork is featured in the window. Hukari works in hand-

ARTBRIIBITS ALOFT ART GALLERY:Showcases art from Mother Lode Art Association members; currently represents 34 artists who work in various mediums, including watercolor, oil and acrylic, pastels and photography; featured artist for August is Don Hukari; 167 S. Washington St., Sonora; aloftartgallery. corn, 533-8604. ART ON MAIN:Artistfor July is Ruth Morrow; also featuring guest artist Charles Waldman; more than 30 artists featured at gallery; 466-B Main St.,

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The new look of Aloft Art Gallery in downtown Sonora, with a window display featuring the artwork of Don Hukari (right). pulled serigraph prints, digitalabstract photographic "CityScapes" and an eclectic array of sculpture and decor pieces. He has designed for commercial clients for more than 40 years. Hukari was born in Oregon and earned his degree in industrial design at San Jose State University. He moved to

Sonora in 1974, opening a commercial graphic design studio in downtown Sonora in 1978. Ten years later, Hukari Designs began publishing Central Sierra

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some areheavily altered." For Hukari, the silkscreen media offersa large brush to simplifythe fast-paced world of details in which we live. He has developed a varied body of work. Every print is handprinted by

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HOVEY WINERY:En plein air paintings and pastels of the Calaveras Outdoor Painting Society featured during the month of July; Hovey Winery tasting room, 350 Main St., Murphys; hoveywine.corn, 728-9999.

PETROGLYPHE GALLERY:Fine art and jewelry, workshops and concerts; next workshop is "watercolor fundamentals and intro to color theory" withTracy Lewis, Aug. 8 and 9; 8317 Main St., Mokelumne Hill; gallerypetroglyphe.corn, 286-1387.

MEADOWM ONT SHOPPING CENTER:Arts of Bear Valley displays artwork by Helen Scofield and Sue King during the month of July in the Window Gallery; Kathy McLallen — an acrylic painter who enjoys painting landscapes, flowers and animals — will

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SUMMER ART SHOW:Arts of Bear Valley showcases its 24th annual show during Bear Valley Music Festival, through Aug. 9; artsofbearvalley.org. TOWN HALL ARTS:Includes a variety

of professional art supplies, art classes and a gallery of local work (Galerie Copper). Upcoming classes include a three-week watercolor series on Wednesday mornings, life drawing with instruction on Thursday mornings, oil class Saturday, free seniors class (over 70) Aug. 5, an interactive artists workshop Aug. 7; Copperopolis Town Square, 145 Stone St.; townhallarts. corn, 785-2050. TUOLUMNE COUNTY UBRARY:Bird photographs by Connie Cassinetto are featured the month of July as part of the rotating "Art in the Library" exhibit; Barbara Conley will be the featured

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artist for August and September, featuring landscapes and paintings of historic buildings along with handmade teddy bears; 533-5507. VENTANA ART GALLERY:Features artists and art organizations from throughout California; exhibits for remainder of the year include work by 10 photographers throughout Central California, through Aug. 30, "The Art Farm" from Sept. 4 to Oct. 11, Leslie Hurst from October to Nov. 22, Beth Little from Nov. 27 to Jan. 3, 2016; two entrances, at 19 Bradford St. and 48 S. Washington St. in downtown Sonora; ventanagallery.corn.

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TDIIRSDAV THE MUSIC MAN: Sierra Repertory Theatre presents musical directed by Scott Viets through Aug. 16; 2 p.m. today with several shows throughout the week, including Kids Night on Friday; regular tickets $28 to $35; Fallon House Theater, Columbia State Historic Park; 532-3120, sierrarep.org.

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COLUMBIA FARMERS MARKET:The Columbia Chamber of Commerce sponsors a weekly market along Main Street in Columbia State Historic Park; 5 to 8 p.m.; visitcolumbiacalifornia.corn.

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FRIDAY ANGELS CAMP FARMERS MARKET: Featured entertainer and winery each week through Sept. 25; Grover Anderson is scheduled to perform; begins at 5 p.m. in Utica Park, downtown Angels Camp; angelscampbusiness.corn. PREMIER PIG RACE AND RIB DINNER: Sonora Elks Lodge hosts Premier (Purple) Pig Race and dinner of pork ribs, baked beans, cole slaw, corn on the cob, ranch toast, homemade dessert; doors open at 5 p.m., with dinner at 6:30 p.m. Friday; $16 per person; Sonora Elks Lodge, 100 Elk Drive, Sonora; reservations required, and can be made by calling lodge office at 533-1587. COUNTRY GOSPEL CONCERT:The Dave Steeley Country Band and Sierra Mountain Band perform; seating is first-come, firstserved; doors open at 6 p.m., with the concert at 7 p.m. Friday; tickets $17 advance at MountainBookshop, Live Oak Music and Tractor Supply Company, $20 at door; Country Cowboy Church, 14888 Peaceful Valley Rd.,

So nore; 586-2042. SONORA BALLROOM DANCING: 7 to 10 p.m.; $10; Aronos Club, 37 E. Elkin St., Sonora; 532-6901. BLUES INTHE NIGHT:Stage 3Theatre Company's musical, directed by Dwight Dean Mahabir, through Aug. 9; 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday; $25 general admission; 208 S. Green St., Sonora;

'THE JOKER' Steve Miller Band and blues legend Buddy Guy play Ironstone Vineyards.

'CHITTY' BANG Calaveras County children present musical at Bret Harte High School in Angels Camp.

stage3.org, 536-1778. BIG BAND CONCERT:Featuring guests Krista White on piano andTyler Combs on vibes; 7 p.m.; all seats $10 at the door; Columbia College, DogwoodTheater. (Page 7) CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG:Calaveras Sings Theatre Arts Repertory for Kids presents 55 students, ages 5 to 18, from throughout Calaveras County performing musical; shows start 7 p.m. Friday through 2 p.m. Sunday; $12 adults, $7 children, $5 senior special tickets for the Saturday matinee; Bret Harte High School Performing Arts Center, Angels Camp; 7538631. (Page 9) AGAPE PROJECT 25 FUNDRAISER:Group of artists aiming to help the poor and needy; current project focuses on building 20 homes in Nicaragua; four musicians performing, food and drink available for purchase; 7 to 10 p.m.; $20 advance and $25 at the door;

211 S. Washington St., downtown Sonora; agapeproject25.corn. TAMING OFTHE SHREW:Shakespeare on the Vine presents William Shakespeare's comedy, directed by Tara Kayton; Friday to Aug. 22; $20 general admission; Brice Station Vineyards, 3353 E. Highway 4, Murphys; bricestation.corn, 213-9510. (Page 8) MOVIES INTHE PARK:Held from 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. each Friday through Aug. 14 at Eproson Park in Twain Harte. This week's movie is "Boxtrolls."

SATURDAY GLENN BASS RUN: Sonora Lions Club hosts annual fundraising run; check in starts at 7 a.m.; one-mile run begins at 8 a.m. and the 5K at 8:30 a.m.; registration is $25 for 5K and $15 for one mile; Carkeet Park, Columbia College;

532-6515, 406-5015. SONORA FARMERS MARKET:Various vendors selling produce, crafts, honey, baked goods and more; open 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. each Saturday through Oct. 17; corner ofTheall and Stewart streets in downtown Sonora; 532-7725. FIRST SATURDAY FLEA MARKET:Yosemite Highway 120 Chamber of Commerce presents flea market; 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday; Mary Laveroni Community Park, Main Street, Groveland; groveland.org, 962-0429. INDEPENDENCE HALL ANNUAL FLEA MARKET:The largest indoor-outdoor flea market in Calaveras County; thousands of items include housewares, clothing, tools, toys, furniture, collectables, and much more; 8 a.m.to 4 p.m. Saturday, and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday;free admission, lunch can be purchased; Independence Hall Community

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SIIIIQAY PANCAKE BREAKFAST:American Legion Post No. 58 hosts meal including pancakes, scrambled eggs, biscuits and gravy, and drinks; 8 to 11 a.m.; adults $7, children under 10 are $3; Sonora Veterans Hall, 9 N. Washington St. MARKET ONTHE SQUARE:Vendors will be set up 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. each Sunday through Oct. 4 at Copperopolis Town Square.

MQIIQAY IMPROV WORKSHOP SHOWCASE:Sonora Theatre Workshop's improv troupe performs at 7 p.m. at Salon Duo, 31 S. Washington St., Sonora. (Page 16)

TQESQAY Center, 1445 Blagen Rd., Arnold; 795-2768. OPEN GARDEN DAY:Free tours and activities at Demonstration Garden, 251 S. Barretta St., Sonora; 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. BACKPACKING PROGRAM: Photojournalist Thomas Atkins will present a program on his backpacking experiences in the Sierra; 2 p.m.; Tuolumne City Museum, corner of Carter and Bay streets in Tuolumne. (Page 3) CATFISH DINNER:Deep-fried catfish, cornbread, cole slaw, corn on the cob, drinks; 4to 7 p.m.; $12 adults, $6 children 12 and under; La Grange Odd Fellows of LaFayette Historical Lodge No. 65, 30018Yosemite Blvd., La Grange; 853-2128. SPAGHETTI FEED: Fundraiser with all-youcan-eat spaghetti conducted by the Native Sons of the Golden West, Columbia Parlor No. 258; proceeds go to scholarships and more;

4:30 to 7:30 p.m.; $10 adults, $5 children 6 to 10, children under 6 are free; Angelo's Hall, Columbia State Historic Park; 588-8475. CAJUN FETE: Calaveras Arts Council hosts cajun food, decorations and zydeco music; menu includes jambalaya shrimp, barrelsmoked chicken, grilled andouille sausage, and more; 5 to 10 p.m.; tickets are $65; Pioneer Hotel, Sheep Ranch; calaverasarts.org, 7541774. (Page 6) ALOHA PARISH FESTIVAL:Live entertainment features S'More Ukes group; food includes ham with pineapple salsa, barbecue chicken and more; 6 p.m.; $15 adults, $6 children 6 to 12, under 6 are free; All Saints Catholic Church, Joaquin Gully at Cherokee Drive, Twain Harte. CONCERTS IN THE PINES:The Highwater Blues Band performs rock and blues from 6 to 8 p.m. at Eproson Park in Twain Harte.

FAMILY NIGHT DINNER:The Elks Lodge will serve chicken breast in cream sauce, vegetables, fresh peach shortcake, and more; doors open at 5 p.m. with dinner at 6:30 p.m.; $12 adults, $6 children 5 to 11, under 5 free; reservations required by Friday by calling 533-1587. SONORA COMMUNITY DRUM CIRCLE:All ages welcome and no experience necessary; 6 p.m. each Tuesday; free; Courthouse Square Park in downtown Sonora; call Rona Hempstead at 984-3774.

WEQIIESQAY LINE DANCE LESSONS: Focusing mostly on ballroom steps; 2 to 3 p.m. every Wednesday; free; Sonora Fire Museum and Senior Lounge, 125 N. Washington St., Sonora; call Arno Lascari at 588-8071. MUSIC INTHE PARKS: Calaveras Arts Council presents The Hot Dark; 6:30 to 8 p.m.;

MUSICON THETOWN BLACK OAK CASINO:New Christy Minstrels, American folk music, tonight, 8 p.m.; Kaye Bohler, R&B vocal powerhouse, Friday, 9 p.m .CoverMe Badd,highenergy party band, Saturday, 9 p.m.; 19400TuolumneRoad North,Tuolumne; blackoakcasino.corn. BURGER BAR PATIO:Open mic nights, Saturdays, 7 to 9:15 p.m.; 1225 S. Main St., Angels Camp. CAFFE BLOSSOM:Steep Ravine, Saturday, 7 p.m.; 23063 Fuller Rd., Twain Harte; caff eblossom.corn. GYPSY SHACK:Acousta Noir, tonight, 8 p.m.Boy on Guitar,Sean Duncan, Paper Space, No Fiona,Boston Montana, Friday, 8 p.m.Musique de Blondes,Jonathan Cronan, Shaylee Sebold,Saturday,8 p.m . Karaoke, Wednesday, 7 p.m.;18145 Main St., Jamestown. HOTEL LEGER:Keep on Truckin', live music, Saturday, 9 p.m.; 8304 Main St., Mokelumne Hill. JACK DOUGLASS SALOON:Open mic nights, Fridays, 6 to 9 p.m.; 22718 Main St.; Columbia State Historic Park. SONORA JOE'S COFFEE SHOPPE: Amnesia, Saturday, 7 to 9 p.m.; 140 S. Washington St., downtown Sonora. RAWHIDE SALOON:Karaoke, tonight, 9 p.m. Sound Extreme DJ Von Sheller Glow Party, Saturday, 9 p.m. Open mic, Wednesdays, 9 p.m.; 18260 Highway 108, Jamestown.

Turner Park, San Andreas; calaverasarts.org, 754-1774. (Page 6) TUOLUMNE VILLAGE MARKET:5 to 8 p.m. each Wednesdaythrough Sept.30;W estside Memorial Park in Tuolumne; 928-4351. SUMMER CONCERTS IN THE PARK: Tuolumne Park and Recreation District presents Sierra Vibe; 6 to 8 p.m.; free show each Wednesdaythrough Sept.30;W estside Memorial Park in Tuolumne; 928-1214. CRUISE NIGHT:The Junction shopping center in East Sonora hosts regular event featuring classic cars, music and raffles; 6 p.m.

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vineyards.corn. www.ironstonevine• Chatom Vineyards yards.corn. • Tuolumne County Arts — 1969 Highway 4, • Lavender Ridge VineAlliance — 251 S. BarDouglas Flat, 736yard — 425-A Main retta St., Sonora, 5326500, www.chatomSt., Murphys, 7282787, www.tuolumne- • California Cavern, vineyards.corn. 2441, www.lavendercountyarts.org. 9565 Cave City Road, • Chiarella Wines — 431 ridgevineyard.corn. • Calaveras County nine miles east of San Main St., Murphys, • Metate Hill Vineyards — 448-C Main St., Arts Council — 22 N. Andreas, 736-2708, 728-8318, www.chiMain St., San Andreas, 866-762-2837, www. arellawines.corn. Murphys, 728-8983, 754-1774, www.calavcaliforniacavern.corn. • Coppermine Tasting www.vinometate.corn. erasarts.org. • Mercer Cavern, 1665 Room — 3210 Main • Milliaire Winery — 276 Sheep Ranch Road, St., Vali ecito, 736-2305, Main St., Murphys, 728-1658, www.milMurphys, 728-2101, www.copperminewinwww.mercercaverns. liairewinery.corn. ery.corn. • Black Oak Casino, corn. • Domaine Becquet • Newsome-Harlow 19400 Tuolumne Road • Moaning Cavern, Winery — 415 Main Wines — 403 Main St., North, 928-9300, www. Parrotts Ferry Road, St., Murphys, 728Murphys, 728-9817, blackoakcasino.corn. Vallecito, 736-2708, 8487, www.becquewww.nhvino.corn. • Chicken Ranch Casino, 866-762-2837, www. twinery.corn. • Renner Winery — 498 16929 Chicken Ranch moaningcavern.corn. • Four Winds CellarsMain St., Murphys, 728-2314, www.renneRoad, Jamestown, 3675 Six Mile Road, 984-3000, www.chickVallecito, 736-4766, rwinery.corn. enranchcasino.corn. www.fourwindscel• Stevenot Winery• Jackson Rancheria Ca- CALAVERAS COUNTY lars.corn. 458 Main St., Mursino, 12222 New York • Allegoric Wine Tasting • Frog's Tooth Vineyards phys, 728-0148, www. Ranch Road, Jackson, and Art Gallery — 432 — 380 Main St., Suite stevenotwinery.corn. 800-822-9466, www. Main St., Murphys, 5, Murphys, 728-2700, • Tanner Vineyards 728-9922, www.alwww.frogstooth.corn. — 435 Main St., Murjacksoncasino.corn. legorieart.corn. • Hatcher Winery — 425 phys, 728-8229, www. • Black Sheep WinMain St., Murphys, tannervineyards.corn. ery — 221 Main St., 605-7111, www.hatch- • Twisted Oak Winery• Sierra Repertory Murphys, 728-2157, erwinery.corn. 363 Main St., Murphys Theatre, 13891 Mono www.blacksheepwin• Hovey Winery -350 (tasting room), and Way, East Sonora, and ery.corn. Main St., Murphys, 4280 Red Hill Road, Fallon House Theater, • Bodega del Sur Winery 728-9999, www.hoveyVallecito (winery and — 457-C Algiers St., 11175 Washington St., wine.corn. tasting room), 736• Indian Rock Vineyards Columbia State HisMurphys, 728-9030, 9080, www.twistedotoric Park, 532-3120, www.bodegadelsur. — 1154 Pennsylvania ak.corn. www.sierrarep.org. corn. Gulch Road, Murphys, • Val du Vino Winery 728-8514, www.indian— 634 French Gulch • Stage 3 Theatre Com- • Brice Station Vintners — 3353 E. Highway 4, rockvineyards.corn. pany, 208 S. Green Road, Murphys, 728St., Sonora, 536-1778, Murphys, 728-9893, • Irish Vineyards — 2849 9911, www.valduvino. www.stage3.org. www.bricestation. Highway 4, Vallecito, corn. 736-1299, www.irish• Murphys Creek corn. • Vina Mode Winery Theatre, Black Bart • Broil Mountain Vinevineyard.corn. — 147 Main St., MurPlayhouse, 580 S. yards — 106 Main St., • Ironstone Vineyards phys, 728-1917, www. — 1894 Six Mile Road, Algiers St., Murphys, Murphys, 728-9750, vinamoda.corn. www.brollmountainMurphys, 728-1251, • Wild Heart Winery-

263-B Main St., Murphys, 207-3384, www. wildheartwinery.corn. • Zucca Mountain Vineyards — 431-E Main St., Murphys, 736-2949, www.zuccawines.corn.

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Jamestown,800-7505919, www.innersanctumcellars.corn. • La Bella Rosa Vineyards — 17990 Old Wards Ferry Road, Sonora, 533-8668, www. labellarosavineyards. corn.

• Angels Camp Museum, 753 S. Main St., Angels Camp, 736-2963. • Calaveras County Historical Society and Museum, 30 N. Main St., San Andreas, 7541058. • Calaveras County Historical Society Red Barn Museum,

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891 Mountain Ranch Road, San Andreas, 754-0800. Ironstone Heritage Museum, 1894 Six Mile Road, Murphys, 728-1251. Mokelumne Hill History Society and Museum, 8328 Main St., Mokelumne Hill, 286-0507. Murphys Old Timers Museum, 470 Main St., Murphys, 728-1160. Sierra Nevada Logging Museum, 2148 Dunbar Road, White Pines, near Arnold, 795-6782, 795-1226, www.sierraloggingmuseum.org. Groveland Yosemite Gateway Museum, Main Street, Grovela nd, 962-0300. Sonora Fire Museum, 125 N. Washington St., Sonora, 532-7890. Tuolumne City Memorial Museum, 18663 Carter St., Tuolumne, 928-3516. Tuolumne County Museum and History Center, 158 W. Bradford Ave., Sonora, 532-1317. Veterans Memorial Hall and Military Museum, 9 N. Washington St., Sonora, 533-0923.

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tive course, Highway 4, inside the gated community of Forest Meadows, 728-3439; www.forestmeadowsgolf.corn. Greenhorn Creek Golf Resort — 18 holes, par 72, 711 McCauley Ranch Road, Angels Camp, 729-8111, www. greenhorncreek.corn. La Contenta Golf Course — 18 holes, par 71; 1653 Highway 26, Valley Springs, 772-1081, www.lacontentagolf.corn. Saddle Creek Golf Resort — 18 holes, par 72, 1001 Saddle Creek Dnve, Copperopohs, 785-3700, www.saddlecreek.corn. Mountain Springs Golf Club — 18 holes, par 72, 17566 Lime Kiln Road, Sonora, 5321000, www.mountainspringsgolf.corn. Phoenix Lake Golf Course — Nine holes, par 35, 21448 Paseo De Los Portales, seven miles east of Sonora, 532-0111, www.phoenixlakegolf.corn. Pine Mountain Lake Golf Course — 18 holes, par 70, 12765 Mueller Drive, Groveland, 962-8620, www. pinemountainlake.corn. Twain Harte Golf Club — Nine holes, par 29, 22909 Meadow Drive, Twain Harte, 586-3131, www.twainhartegolf. corn.

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Arts of Bear Valley hosts show at music festival The 24th annual Bear Valley Art Show is on display through Aug. 9. The show, hosted by the members of the Arts of Bear Valley, is held in the Perry Walther Community Center,

Thursday, and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday through Sunday. Free workshops will be held at noon on weekends. This year for the Bear Valley show, two members — Helen

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Valley Music Festival. Show hours are on concert days only: weekdays 3 p.m. to closeofintermission and weekends 11 a.m. to close of intermission. Admission is free. This year, 22 members are showing some of their latest works. Arts of Bear Valley is a local group of professional artists who meet monthly. In addition to two major shows each year, members help with art programs in area schools, contribute to a localart scholarship, and help with Family Day at Calaveras Big Trees State Park. The group's Art in the Park event at Big Trees is slated from Aug. 15 to Sept. 6. Hours are 11 a.m. to3 p.m. Monday through

comber — have assembled a collectionofold artshow posters. An art raffle is one of many offerings at the show. Proceeds benefit the Bear Valley Music Festival. This year's donations come from four artists in the group: Janet Alcalde, Elaine Cahill, Ann Nancy Macomber, and Ruth Morrow. The raffle allows the public to purchase tickets, help the music festival and have a chance to win one or more fine art piece. The raffle will be held on Aug. 9 atthe end ofthe lastconcert. Winners do not have to be pres-

Included in the raffle at the 24th annual Bear Valley Art Show is Ann Nancy Macomber's "Spotlight on Autumn" (above) and Elaine Cahill's "Alpine Serenity" (below).

ent to win.

Meanwhile, children's "creative events" begin on Friday. "Art Adventures" time slots are 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Signups are in the Bear Valley Library.

Ruth Morrow's "Fall Forecast" is also part of the raffle.

Hukari piecesfeatured atAloftArt Gallery Continued from Page10 the artist and is unique with subtle variations in transparent colors.

Hukari's serigraphs are often loose,free-colorpieces.Other pieces can be hard-edged contemporarygraphics or manipulated photographs. Honors he has won include awards at local shows, including the Mother Lode Fair and Calaveras County Fair. His "Yosemite Renaissance" serigraph was selected by Yosemite Association foritsposter calendar,"Clavey Confluence" was published for Tuolumne River promotions and "Pinecrest" was adopted by the U.S. Forest Service for development programs.

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New Christy Minstrels play tonight at Black Oak Casino Still under the direction of Randy Sparks, the New Christy Minstrels perform at 8 p.m. tonight at Black Oak Casino in Tuolumne. Admission is free. The group, now ofncially seven m embersstrong,isa m ix ofold

members include Pete Henderson, Becky Jo Benson, Jennifer Lind, Greg OHaver, Dave Rainwater, and John Denver's Uncle Dave Deutschendorf. uWe're still alive, we' re still creative, and still eager to please, so we make a deal with the audience: We' ll do all the old songs you came to hear, if you' ll allow just a couple of newer ones," Sparks said. The group signs autographs

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ing hard to continue or begin their improv education and to improve their skills as performers," Dambacher said. "There will be a little party afterward, with drinks and little goodies to congratulate the artists." Actors will take audience suggestions and newspaper headlines to create a fully improvised evening of entertainment. Ages 13 and older welcome. "Pay what you can to support ongoing entertainment from Sonora Theatre Workshop," Dambacher said.

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ROCCA PARK SERIES:The Brothers Strong and Co. will perform 4 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, at Rocca Park in Jamestown; concertgoers should bring blankets and chairs.

MUSICAL NIGHT OUT: Evening of music, wine, gourmet hors d'oeuvres and ait to raise money for the Tuolumne City Museum; live performance by Gold Rush Balladeers, featuring songs from the Gold Rush era; raffle baskets, door prize, and more; 6 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 6; $15;Tuolumne City Museum, corner of Carter and Bay streets in Tuolumne; 770-1425.

FAMILY DAY:Event includes live music, butterfly release, information booths, carriage rides ($3 per person), barbecue and other food for sale, and much more; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15; park entrance fee is $10 per vehicle; Calaveras Big Trees State Park; bigtrees.org.

NOTES FOR NOTES:The Little Fuller Band plays benefit series; optional donations accepted by KQBM 90.7Blue Mountain Radio; 8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 6; Willow Creek Lounge,Black Oak Casino,Tuolumne. a'

SING ALONGS: Children and parents hear stories and sing songs with local musicians; 11 to 11:30 a.m. Friday, Aug. 7; Sierra Waldorf School; 19234 Rawhide Rd., Jamestown; 984-0454. FIRST FRIDAY IN THE PARK: Plan B plays music series; features Ken Rojas on guitar, Vince Rojas on bass,and Jim Bailey on drums; Murphys Community Club offers dinner for $10 catered by Sierra Hills and Natural Food Market; 5:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 7; concert is free with food and drinks for purchase; Murphys Community Park; visitmurphys.corn, 728-8183. MAGIC OF THE NIGHT:Check out a variety of live music and entertainment throughout downtown Sonora; bands include Rockin' Rick and the Rhythm Wranglers, Chains Required, the Blues Box Bayou Band, Sierra Vibe and more; Mountain Motion will end the evening with a fire show; 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Aug. 7; free; historic downtown Sonora; sonoraca.corn, 532-7725. EQUIVOCATION: New Murphys CreekTheatre production, directed by Don Bilotti, runs through Sept. 6; 7 p.m.Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. Sundays; tickets $10 to $20; Black Bart Playhouse, 580 S. Algiers St., Murphys, murphyscreektheatre.org, 728-8422. GHOSTTOURS:Author Carol

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Magic of the Night returns to downtown Sonora with music and dancing on Friday, Aug. 7. Biederman conducts ghost tours of Columbia State Historic Park; $10; 3 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 8; friendsofcolumbiashp.org, 588-8411. MYACT FUNDRAISER: MYACT (Mountain Youth and Community Theatre) hosts annual fundraiser; catered food, open bar, silent and live auctions, and theatre presentation; $50; 5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 8;held athome of Judy and Roger Haughton in Twain Harte area; 533-8633, 481-5790. SECOND SATURDAY:Art Night continues at shops, restaurants and galleries along the Washington Street corridor; 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 8; free; 2ndsaturdayartnight.org. SOUNDS OF SUMMER: Copperopolis Town Square hosts concert series featuring John Covert andThe Crystal Image Band from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 8; admission is free, and concertgoers are asked to bring chairs and blankets.

BREAKFAST:Menu includes biscuits and gravy, sausage, ham and cheese omelets and French toast with drinks; $6; Odd Fellows of LaFayette Lodge 65 serves breakfast on second Sunday of each month at the lodge on Highway 132 in La Grange; 7 to 11 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 9; 853-2128. PANCAKE BREAKFAST:Northern Mariposa County History Center sponsorsmeal with pancakes, eggs, ham or sausage, fruit and beverage; $5 adults, $3 children, or $15 for family of two adults and two children; 8 to 11 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 9; OldSchoolhouse on Broadway in Coulterville; 878-301 5. IRONSTONE CONCERT SERIES: The Band Perry with openers Jana Kramer and Casey James takethe stage at7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 11; tickets range from $48 to $200; Ironstone Amphitheatre, 1894 Six Mile Rd., Murphys; ironstoneamphitheatre.net, 800-7453000.

VOCAL JAZZ QUARTET:Farewell concert for quartet; after three years and more than 100 performances, two members are moving away this fall; $10; 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 13; Columbia College, DogwoodTheater. GRANDMA'S ATTIC SALE: Grandma's House nonprofit that provides tutoring and mentoring will host yard sale fundraiser; 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Aug. 14 and 15; 22828 Gold St., Columbia; 533-8388, 586-6345, 533-4838. CONTRA DANCE: Live music featured, and no experience necessary; adults $7, children $3; 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15; Aronos ResearchWomen's Club, 37 E.Elkin

St., So nora; 532-6025. MUSIC OFTHE EAGLES: Life in the Fast Lane performs the music of the Eagles; 8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15; tickets $23; Groveland Hotel, 18767 Main St., Groveland; groveland.corn, 962-4000.

ARNOLD ART, WINE AND MUSIC FESTIVAL: Greater Arnold Business Association presents 10th annual event with live music, food and wine; 2 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15; wine tasting from 2 to 5 p.m. costs $15; music schedule is Magnolia Rhythm Trio at 3 p.m., Bill Welles and Friends at 4:30p.m., and Cantamos at6:30 p.m.; Cedar Center, downtown Arnold. PANCAKE BREAKFAST:Chispa Parlor 139 of the Native Sons of the Golden West will serve pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage, biscuits and gravy, and drinks; 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 16; $7 adults, $3 children 10 and younger; Native Sons Hall, 389 Main St., Murphys; 728-8902. JUST DANCE: Ballroom, Latin and country-western dancing will be featured; all ages welcome and no partner necessary; 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 16; $5 donation; First Presbyterian Church of the 49ers in Columbia; 532-1859. FINE ART CONCERT SERIES:Alex de Grassi, finger-style guitarist and composer, plays Petroglyphe Gallery, 8317 Main St., Mokelumne Hill; doors open 3:30 p.m. with concert at 4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 16; tickets are $25 presale, $27 day of performance; gallerypetroglyphe.corn, 286-1387. SUNDAY IN THE SUN: Mother Lode Jewish Community hosting a lakeside potluck party at a member's home atLakeTulloch on Sunday, Aug. 16; non-members interested in meeting others in local Jewish community welcome; 533-1650, motherlodejciyahoo.corn.

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to bring the show to Salt Lake City until they were invited by a theater. "It feels like a really cool thing that it finally gets to play Salt Lake City," Stone said. "It just feels very much like it's coming home." Despite a seriesofjokesand jabsthatcreate a caricature of Mormon beliefs, it's not expected to cause much of a stir or any

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — The biting satirical musical that mocks Mormons has finally come to the heart of Mormonlandia, starting a sold-out, two-week run Tuesday at a Salt Lake City theater two blocks from the church's flagship temple and headquarters. The Tony Award-winning 'The

Some curious Latter-day Saints may go to see what all the fuss is about, but most will probably turn the other cheek and let the state' s non-Mormons revel in the fun, said Scott Gordon, president of a volunteer organization that supports the church called FairMormon. "It's like going to your own

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from the audience, from some who were thrilled by the performance and others who felt abandoned by someone who until then had been best known for singing protest songs with an acoustic guitar. The moment is considered one of the most important moments in rock history. Jim Irsay, owner of the NFL's Indianapolis Colts, bought the guitar in 2013 for $965,000. It was the most expensive guitar ever sold at auction. The curator of his rare guitar collection brought it to the festival Friday. Last weekend's festival paid tribute to Dylan's performance in a number of ways. The festival also hosted a discussion of a book

reviews while appalling some with its crudeness. But this will mark the first time the show's gleefully naive missionaries come to Utah, where about two-thirds of residents are estimated to be Mormon. The show's creators, Trey Parker and Matt Stone of "South Park" fame, told The Associated Press that bringing the show to Salt Lake City feels like validation, and

said. "Nobody likestobe m ade fun of, especially with crude humor."

The guitar that Bob Dylan used to go electric at the Newport Folk Festival 50 years ago has returned to Newport. "Dylan's guitar is home," festival producer Jay Sweet said through a spokeswoman last Friday, the opening day of this year' s three-day outdoor festival. Dylan Dylan used the Fender Stratocaster in his performance on July 25, 1965, when he strode on stage in a leather jacket and launched into the song "Maggie's Farm." The performance

out this month that examines the performance, and what led up to it, Dylan Goes Electric( Newport, Seeger, Dylan, and the Night that Split the Sixties," by Elijah Wald. The last time Dylan played at the Newport Folk Festival was in 2002.

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full circle. Parker and Stone used to "trip out" on Mormon stuff while taking Temple Square tours in the 1990s. They made their 6rst research trip for the show to Salt Lake City with fellow creator Bobby Lopez in the mid-2000s. They waited

LOS ANGELES (AP) — He might be tiny and one of Marvel's lesser-known properties, but "AntMan" has power — especially at the box office. The superhero pic held the No. 1 spot for the second weekend in a row with $24.9 million, bumping its domestic total over the $100 million mark. The Marvel/Disney pic proved slightly more of a draw than PacMan and his 1980s arcade counterparts in 'Pixels," which debuted to $24 million. The Adam Sandier

6 p.m. "Fridays with Frank," hosted by Frank Diggle, "Cazneau's Theater Revue." 7 p.m.— "You 5 The Law," with Bob Lally and Steve Cilente, "Traffic Stop." Saturday 9 a.m. — Tuolumne County Board of Supervisors, replay of most recent meeting. 3 p.m. — Chapel in the Pines. 5:30 p.m. — "Open Book: School Bond Update," hosted by Joe Silva, sponsored by Tuolumne County Office of Education.

7 p.m.— "The Church Of The Harvest." 8 p.m. — "Love Alive," sponsored by Christian Heights Church. Sunday 10 a.m. — "Kindness Hero Celebration." 1 p.m.— "Mother Lode Friends of Music: Orchestra Masterpieces of the Russian Repertoire." 7 p.m. — "Tuscany 5 More," produced by Lloyd Kramer. Monday 6:30 p.m.— "Ask Attorney Steve: Home Invasion."

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end-of-the-world comedy cost $88 million to produce and has a rocky path toward domestic pro6tability ahead. Boasting the smallest screen count in the top 6ve, the R-rated boxing drama "Southpaw" surprised with a healthy $16.7 million weekend, while the adaptation of John Green's "Paper Towns" proved that it hasn't quite found its audience yet. The film earned only $12.7 million. It's already passed its $12 million budget, but itclearly doesn'thave the expected widespread appealoflastyear's 'The Fault in Our Stars."

Mariah Carey to receive W alk of Fame star NEW YORK (AP) — Mariah Carey will receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame next week. The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce announced Monday that Carey will get the 2,556th star on Aug. 5. Guest speakers will include directors Lee Daniels and Brett Ratner, as well as Epic Records CEO and longtime Carey collaborator L.A. Reid. Carey is one of the most suc-

cessful acts in music. She has 18 No. 1 hits on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, sold millions of albums and won anumber ofawards,including five Grammys. She recently launched a residency in Las Vegas where she performs her No. 1 hits, including

"Vision of Love," "Hero" and "We Belong Together."

Angelina 3olie pays tribute to Cambodia PHNOM PENH, Cambodia (AP) — Cambodia helped Angelina Jolie become a 61m superstar and start a family. To tell the stories of people in the country that touched her, she is directing a Netflix film on location based on a memoir ofthe country's 1970s holocaust under the communist Khmer Rouge, blamed for the deaths of 1.7 million people. And her Cambodian-born son Maddox will help with research and preparation for the 61m, Jolie said Tuesday in an email interview with The Associated Press. Jolie's 2001 hit, "Lara Croft: Tomb Raider," was 61med partly at Cambodia's famous Angkor Wat temple complex, and in 2002 she adopted7-month-oldMaddox from an orphanage in western Cambodia. Determined to give something back, she launched a foundation in Cambodia12 yearsagoto promote community development alongside conservation.

This past weekend she visited some oftheprojectsofthe Maddox Jolie-Pitt Foundation, which focuseson programs "tohelp local families overcome problems associated with poverty in the region and to help preserve the remarkable habitat and wildlife for future generations," she said.

CABLE 8 Here is the Sonora area public access cable programming schedule from July 30 to Aug. 6. The shows are seen on Channel 8 of the Comcast cable system. Thursday 5:30 p.m. "Open Book: Professional Development Day," hosted by Joe Silva, presented by Tuolumne County Office of Education. 7 p.m.— "Mind Matters: How Does The Brain Know To Do?" Friday -

7 p.m.— "Vision In Action; America'sOnly Hope," sponsored by Bahai Faith. 8 pm.— Tuolumne County Transportation Council Meeting. Tuesday 10 a.m.— "Jenny's Kitchen," hosted by Jenny Baxter, "Pork." 7:30 p.m. — Tuolumne County Board of Supervisors, replay of most recent meeting. Wednesday 10 a.m. — "Get Healthy With Shana: Special Exercises —Part Five." 6 p.m. — Sonora City Council

Meeting. 9 p.m. — "Love Alive," sponsored by Christian Heights Church. Thursday 5:30 p.m. — "Open Book: Global Cardboard Challenge," hosted by Joe Silva, presented by Tuolumne County Office of Education. 8 p.m. — "Summer Hazards," hostedby John Wade with guest Dr. Dean Kelaita. Call 536-1888 for more inforr ntii o .

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or sailing times of any armed service units or ships. Names of local persons in the armed services, the release of which might jeopardize or locate the unit, ship, or air wing in which they are serving, will also not appear in this paper. The Democrat takes this action so that we, through some little slip, might not give aid and comfort to the enemy. Editor's note: This article appeared in the Democrat 25 days into the Korean War.

84 years ago July 21, 1931 The California lion killed on the Dennis Fahey ranch near Phoenix Lake last week by renowned lion hunter Charles D. Ledshaw is the first killed so closetoSonora so farthisyear. The animal measured six feet, eight inches from tip to tip. The Fahey ranch is about six miles from Sonora.

July 27, 1910 RURAL DELIVERY — For sometime past C. C. Ortega, who has won high praise &om the postal authorities for the splendid manner in which he conducts the affairs of the Sonora post once, has been laboring to have the department establish a rural route here. It is anticipated that his efforts will be crowned with success. The service will be for the patrons of the local ofIice, whose homes are to the

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Partly owing to gross exaggeration and wild claims of nuggets the size of boulders, the California Gold Rush created global hysteria. Thus it was that newspapers and magazines the world over ran satirical cartoons like those shown above, created in 1850 by a French artist.

89 years ago July 17, 1926 CHANGING TIMES — The infamous Monte Wolfe has turned up again, but this time only in print. It seems he has done it again. He burglarized a cabin in the Groveland section several years ago, was caught, but made hisescape and became a fugitive. Subsequently other cabin robberies followed and Monte, being loose, was always regarded as the perpetrator. Time was, in these hills, when the cabin door was left unlocked and the spirit of hospitality and welcome pervaded

the premises, even when the owner was away. It was custom

to goin,help yourselftonecessary provisions and cook a meal. Occasionally the owner returned unexpectedly and gladly joined the stranger at dinner. This was in the good old days. Verily, times have changed. Now the casual visitor to your mountain domicile, if he be of a certain type, wrenches off the locks with a crow bar or ax (we must now lock all our doors and windows), and proceeds to make use of your generosity to the point where, aker preparing a meal, carefully washes up the dishes and utensils, checks out the provisions, then loads the whole works into

to be covered will embrace Phoenix Lake, Curtis Creek, Blanket Creek, Sullivan's Creek and a portion of the Algerine school district, which contains in excess of one hundred heads of families. Many of these patrons are presentlyobliged to travelfrom 15 to 20 miles to secure their mail. Mr. Ortega is quite certain that the route will be established. When it is completed a carrier will be selected, and theactual service of delivering mail to many homes in the county will be commenced. The carrier will be paid from $600 to $900 per year.

118 years ago July 24, 1897 ROBBER'S CAVE — A few days since a party of boys were hunting on Table Mountain and went into the crevasse we spoke of several weeks ago. The same appliances for lowering and hoisting were still there, so they had no difficulty in entering. Being but mere boys, they didn't kill any time in bandying problematical theories as to the origin of the greatcleft,butatonce setoutin search of something that would prove pleasing to their youthful fancies. In one dark corner of the

ruggedabyss,closeto thewater's edge of a black poolofwater,they discovered a small opening in the wall into which they entered, and, at length, emerged into a large

chamber. To explore this was but the work of a few minutes, and with the aid of pitch pine torches they had brought with them, they were able to locate various articles, now rusty and crumbling with age. Each of these objects no doubt had played its part in tragedies during the palmy days that tried men' s souls. The flnd consisted of two pistols of the Allen "pepper-box" type, three dirk-knives and a short saber, such as was used many yearsago by theMexi can cavalry. These implements of war were presumably relics of a band of '49 highwaymen who used the cave as a rendezvous, possibly where the spoils of nefarious deeds might be divided, or plans were talked over for other bloody enterprises. Nothing else was found in the room, so the adventurous youngsters made

their way out with the &uits of their search, which will in a few days be sent to the Pioneers'Association in San Francisco.

127 years ago July 30, 1888 NARROW ESCAPE — Last Sunday afternoon, Johnny Hines, while hunting in the vicinity of the Santa Maria mine, came upon a huge black bear weighing about six hundred pounds. Johnny kept cool and took a shot at him, but his aim caused only a flesh wound, inducing the bear to turn and growl at his assailant. Johnny then changed his position to enable him to get off a shot at Bruin's left side. In doing so, he stepped on a small boulder which turned with him, throwing the young hunter to the ground and causing his gun to go off'accidentally. It was a very narrow escape, as the rifle ball passed up alongside of Johnny's head,making an ugly scalp wound over his left temple. Getting up as soon as possible, and seeing the bear still eying him, he quickly got off another shot which proved fatal to the giant monarch. Then he hastened to the mine and had his head bandaged. Black bears and Grizzlies are very prevalent this time ofthe year.

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haal, Rachel McAdams, Forest Whitaker, Naomie Harris, Victor Ortiz, 50 Cent, Tyrese Gibson, Oona Laurence,and Rita Ora, directed by Antoine Fuqua. Billy "The Great" Hope, the reigning junior middleweight boxing champion, has an impressive career,a loving wife and daughter, and a lavish lifestyle. However, when tragedy strikes, Billy hits rock bottom, losing his family, his house and his manager. He soon finds an unlikely savior in Tick Willis, a former fighter who trains the city's toughest amateur boxers. With his future on the line, Hope fights to reclaim the trust of those he loves the most. Rated R. Two hours, 3 minutes.

Cinemas 10 in Sonora:

Ant-Man Action comedy adventure starring Paul Rudd, Michael Douglas, Evangeline Lilly, Corey Stoll, Bobby Cannavale, Judy Greer, Abby Ryder Fortson, Michael Pena, directed by Peyton Reed. The next evolution of the Marvel Cinematic Universe bringsa founding member of The Avengers to the big screen for the first time. Armed with

the astonishing ability to shrink in scale but increase in strength, master thief Scott Lang must embrace his inner hero and help his mentor, Dr. Hank Pym, protect the secret behind his spectacular Ant-Man suit from a new generation of towering threats. Against seemingly insurmountable obstacles, Pym and Lang mustplan and pull off a heist that will save the world. Rated PG-13. One hour, 57 minutes.

3urassic World Adventure thriller starring Chris Pratt, Bryce Dallas Howard, Irrfan Khan, Vincent D'Onofrio, Ty Simpkins, Nick Robinson, Jake Johnson, Omar Sy, directed by Colin Trevorrow. Locatedoffthe coast ofCosta Rica, the Jurassic World luxury resortprovides a habitat for an array of genetically engineered dinosaurs, including the vicious and intelligent Indominus rex. When the massive creature escapes, it sets off a chain reaction that causes the other dinos to run amok. Now, it's up to a former military man and animal expert to use his special skills to save two young boys and the restof the guests from an allout,prehistoricassault.Rated PG-13. Two hours, 4 minutes.

Minion s Animated comedy adventure starring Sandra Bullock, Jon Hamm, Michael Keaton, Allison Janney, Steve Coogan, Jennifer Saunders, Geoffrey Rush, directed by Pierre Coffin and Kyle Balda. The story of the Minions begins at the dawn of time. Starting as single-celled yel-

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Tom Cruise stars in the new action movie "Mission: Impossible — Rogue Nation." low organisms, Minions evolve through the ages, perpetually serving the most despicable of masters. Continuously unsuccessful at keeping these masters — from T rex to Napoleon — the Minions find themselves without someone to serve and fall into a deep depression. But

by Christopher McQuarrie. Ethan and team take on their most impossible mission yet, eradicating the Syndicate — an International rogue organization as highly skilled as they are, committed to destroying the IMF. Rated PG-13. Two hours, 11 minutes.

one Minion named Kevin has a

Comedy-drama starring Nat Wolff, Cara Delevingne, Halston Sage, Austin Abrams, Justice Smith, Jaz Sinclair, Cara Buono, Griffin Freeman, directed by Jake Schreier. Adapted from the bestselling novel by author John Green (" The Fault in Our Stars"),thisisa coming-of-age story centering on Quentin and his enigmatic neighbor Margo, who loved mysteries so much she became one. After taking

plan, and he — alongside teenage rebel Stuart and lovable little Bob — ventures out into the world to find a new evil boss for his brethren to follow. The trio embarks upon a thrilling journey that ultimately leads them to their next potential master, Scarlet Overkill, the world'sfirst-ever female supervillain. They travel from frigid Antarctica to 1960s New York City, ending in mod London, where they must face their biggestchallenge to date:saving all of Minionkind...from annihilation. Rated PG. One hour, 31 minutes.

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Pixels Fantasy comedy-adventure starring Adam Sandier, Peter Dinklage, Josh Gad, Michelle Monaghan, Kevin James, Brian Cox, Jane Krakowski, directed by Chris Columbus. As kids in the 1980s, Sam Brenner, Will Cooper, Ludlow Lamonsoff,and Eddie "The Fire Blaster" Plant saved the world thousands of times — at 25 cents a game in the video arcades. Now, they' re going to have to do itfor real.In Pixels, when intergalactic aliens discovervideo feeds ofclassic arcade games and misinterpret

them as a declaration of war, they attack the Earth, using the video games as the models for their assaults — and now-U.S.

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through their hometown, Margo suddenly disappears — leaving behind cryptic clues for Quentin to decipher. The search leads Quentin and his quick-witted friends on an exhilarating ad-

his old-schoolarcade friends to save the world from being destroyed by Pac-Man, Donkey Kong, Galaga,Centipede, and Space Invaders. Joining them is Lt. Col. Violet Van Patten, a specialist supplying the arcaders with unique weapons to fight the aliens. Rated PG-13. One hour, 46 minutes.

venture that is equal parts hi-

larious and moving. Ultimately, to track down Margo, Quentin must find a deeper understanding of true friendship — and true love. Rated PG-13. One

Southpaw Drama starring Jake Gyllen-

Romantic comedy starring Amy Schumer, Bill Hader, Brie Larson, Colin Quinn, John Cena, Tilda Swinton, LeBron James, Randall Park, directed by Judd Apatow. Ever since her father drilled into her head that monogamy isn't realistic, magazine writer Amy has made promiscuity her credo. As much as she enjoys an uninhibited life free of commitment, Amy is really in a rut. While writing a profile about charming and successful sports doctor Aaron Conners, she finds herself actually falling in love for the first time — and what's more, Aaron seems to like her too. Amy

startstowonder ifit's tim e to clean up her act. Rated R. Two hours, 2 minutes.

Vacation Comedy adventurestarring Ed Helms, Christina Applegate, Skyler Gisondo, Steele Stebbins, Chris Hemsworth, Leslie Mann, Chevy Chase, Beverly D'Angelo, directed by Jonathan Goldstein and John Francis Daley. The next generation of Griswolds is at it again — and on the road for another ill-fated adventure. Following in his father's footsteps and hoping for some much-neededfamily bonding, a grown-up Rusty Griswold surprises his wife, Debbie, and their two sons with a cross-country trip back to America's "favorite family fun park," Walley World. Rated R. One hour, 39 minutes.

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Sept. 17. Steven Wright, Sept. 18. Ramon Ayala, Sept. 25. Richard Marx, Sept. 30; 1000 I St., Modesto; galloarts. org, 877-488-3380.

BOOT SCOOTIN' BARBECUE FOR THE ARTS:Line dance lessons, barbecue dinner, no-host local wines and beers, live country music by Slade Rivers Band; Saturday, Aug. 22, 7 to 10 p.m.; tickets $40; Italian Picnic Grounds, Sutter Hill; amadorarts.org.

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JACKSON RANCHERIA CASINO: Sarah Evans, tonight. Cheech and Chong featuring Shelby Chong, Sept. 12. Lynyrd Skynyrd, Sept. 17;12222 New York Ranch Road, Jackson; jacksoncasino.corn, 800-822-9466. MARIPOSA EVENINGS 'MUSIC ON THE GREEN'. Presented by Mariposa County Arts Council, free summer concert series featuring: Cottonwood Creek (Maggie Watkins and Scott Patrick Little), Friday; The Little Fuller Band, Saturday; Todd Novack and The Benny Hillbilleez, Aug. 8; Nathan Ignacio, Aug. 14; Baraka Moon, Aug. 28; Roger Perry and Friends, Aug. 29; Shows beging at7 p.m .Art Park, Highway 140 between 4th and 5th streets in downtown Mariposa, mariposaartscouncil.org. SUTTER CREEK THEATER:Tribe of the Red Horse, Neil Young and Crazy Horse tribute, Saturday. Sultans of String, Aug. 8. Calico the Band, Sept. 5. Carolyn Sills Combo, Sept. 12. Rita Hosking, Nov. 7. Red Moon Road, Nov. 14.LacyJ.Dalton,Nov.30;44 Main St., Sutter Creek; suttercreektheater. corn. SYMBIOSIS GATHERING:Featuring Nicolas Jaar, CocoRosie, Tipper, Four Tet, Griz, Kaytranada, Justin Martin, Shpongle, Sylvan Esso, Emancipator Ensemble, Damian Lazarusand the An cient Moons, The Polish Ambassador, and many more; Thursday to Sunday, Sept. 17 to 20; Woodward Reservoir, Oakdale; symbiosisgathering.corn. VOLCANO THEATRE COMPANY: "Our Town," Aug. 7 to Sept. 2; volcanotheatre.net, 419-0744.

VAllEY BOB HOPE THEATRE:Ron White, Aug. 22. George Thorogood and the

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BEYOND ASIAN ART MUSEUM:"28 Chinese," through Aug. 16. "First Look," Sept. 4 to Oct. 11. "Woven Luxuries: Indian Persian and Turkish Textiles," through Nov. 1. "Exquisite Nature: 20 Masterpieces of Chinese Paintings," through Nov. 1. "Picturing Sound, Creating Mood," through Nov. 22. "Yoong Bae: Continuity and Pursuit," through Dec. 13. "Looking East," Oct. 30 to Feb. 7, 201 6;200 Larkin St., San Francisco; asianart.org, 415-581-3500.

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Cottonwood Creek (below) performs Friday at Mariposa's Art Park, while the Little Fuller Band (above) plays the venue Saturday. The Little Fuller Band is also slated to play the "Notes for Notes" benefit series at Black Oak Casino in Tuolumne next Thursday, Aug. 6. Destroyers, Sept. 22. Swan Lake, Oct. 8. Come Together: The Beatles Concert Experience, Oct. 10; 242 E. Main St., Stockton; stocktonlive.corn, 373-1 400.

MONTEREY JAZZ FESTIVAL: Headliners include the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis, Chick Corea, Trombone Shorty and Orleans Avenue, Bela Fleck, Pete Escovedo, and many more; Friday to Sunday, Sept. 18 to 20; Monterey County Fair and Event Center; montereyjazzfestival.org.

CARNEGIE ARTS CENTER: YosemiteRenaissance,opens in August. Alphonse Mucha: The Golden Age of Art Nouveau, Sept. 13 to Jan. 10, 2016; 250 N. Broadway, Turlock; carnegieartsturlock.org, 632-5761.

SAN JOSE RENAISSANCE FAIRE: Downtown San Jose, Saturday and Sunday; sanjosefaire.corn. St., Sacramento; crockerartmuseum. org, 91 6-808-7000.

Kenny Rogers, tonight."Guys and Dolls," Aug. 8 to 14. Los Tucances De

Tijuana, Aug. 14. Gloria Trevi, Aug. CROCKER ART MUSEUM:Flowers of the Fire and Earth, through Sept. 6. David Ligare: California Classicist, through Sept. 20. Armin Hansen: The Artful Voyage, through Oct. 11; 216 0

DE YOUNG MUSEUM: "J.M.W. Turner: Painting Set Free," through Sept. 20. "Richard Diebenkorn Prints: Celebrating an Acquistion," through Oct. 4; Golden Gate Park, San Francisco; famsf.org, 41 5-750-3600. LEVI'S STADIUM: Taylor Swift, with guests Vance Joy and Shawn Mendes, play Santa Clara on Friday and Saturday, Aug. 14 and 15; ticketmaster. corn, 41 5-464-9377.

CAPITAL STAGE:Playwrights' Revolution festival with staged readings of six brand-new plays; through Aug. 6; 2215 J. St., Sacramento; capstage.org, 916-9955464.

CENTER STAGE CONSERVATORY: "Fool for Love," Aug. 21 to Sept. 6; 948 11th St., Modesto; centerstagemodesto. corn, 846-0179.

HAGGIN MUSEUM:The 29th annual Pastel Society of the West Coast Open Exhibition, through Sept. 13. "Picasso Miro & Hawaii Five-0: Prints from the Jack Lord Collection," Oct. 1 to Jan. 3, 2016; 1201 N. Pershing Ave., Stockton; hagginmuseum.org, 940-6300.

FRESNO CONVENTION CENTER: Brit Floyd, Space and Time World Tour, Sunday; fresnoconventioncenter.corn. GALLO CENTER FOR THE ARTS:

23.Byrne & Kelly,Aug.25.The Gipsy Kings, Sept. 3. Blues in the Night, Sept. 4 and 5. Brian Regan, Sept. 9. Thunder from Down Under, Sept. 10. "Weird Al" Yankovic, Sept. 16. Norman Foote,

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