Events around Plumas County

To include free or nonprofit, fundraising, educational or charity events in this calendar, e–mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call Ingrid Burke at 283-0800. For sporting events, including charity golf tournaments, call Shannon Morrow at 283-0800 or e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . We will publish the name of the event, location, date, time and a phone number as space permits. All phone numbers are in the (530) area code unless listed otherwise

Thu, Feb. 9

Quincy:

Words & Music, 7 p.m., Morning Thunder. Open stage follows featured artist; sign up at the door to perform. Tickets $3. Beverages available for purchase. For information: Plumas Arts, 283-3402.

Sat, Feb. 11

Greenville:

Annual Crab Crack Dinner and Auction; preview 5 p.m., dinner 6; Greenville Town Hall. Menu includes Dungeness crab, potato casserole, beans, buttered French bread, Caesar salad, drawn butter, lemon slices, dessert. Tickets $40 per person. Live auction with auctioneer Wesley Neer. Live music by GHS Music Program. For information, tickets: 284-6633.

Lassen Volcanic National Park:

Ranger-led snowshoe walk, 1:30 p.m., meet at Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor Center. Explore winter ecology and Lassen’s geologic history for 1.5 to two hours. Must be at least 8, capable of moderate physical exercise. Infants and children in carriers not allowed. Wear boots, dress in warm layers, bring water bottle. Snowshoes provided, suggested donation $1. Reservations required for organized groups: 595-6133. For information: 595-4480.

Quincy:

Creative Memories scrapbooking workshop, 1 – 5 p.m., Susan’s Crop Room. Bring album or other photo project, catch up with friends, see latest products. Cost $5. For information, to register: Susan Brandes, 283-3863.

Sun, Feb. 12

Chester:

Second annual Sock Hop, 5 p.m., Lake Almanor Community Church. Lake Almanor Christian School fundraiser includes swing music, ’50s decor, dancing, fried chicken dinner, soda fountain, photo booth. Attendees encouraged to wear ’50s attire. Tickets $15 per person, $25 per couple, $40 per family; available from LACS students, staff. For information: LACS, 596-4100.

Lassen Volcanic National Park:

Ranger-led snowshoe walk, 1:30 p.m., meet at Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor Center. Explore winter ecology and Lassen’s geologic history for 1.5 to two hours. Must be at least 8, capable of moderate physical exercise. Infants and children in carriers not allowed. Wear boots, dress in warm layers, bring water bottle. Snowshoes provided, suggested donation $1. Reservations required for organized groups: 595-6133. For information: 595-4480.

Tue, Feb. 14

Quincy:

ACT Comedy Night, 7 – 9:30 p.m., Town Hall Theatre. The Association of Concerned Theatregoers presents a night of local comedic talent. Hors d’oeuvres, wine, beer, chocolate, laughs. For information: Terry Gallagher, 283-3418.

Fri, Feb. 17

Almanor Ranger District:

Free guided snowshoe walk, 1 – 3:30 p.m., WEATHER PERMITTING. One- to two-mile walk open to everyone 8 years and up; snowshoes provided. Participants will learn about winter ecology and survival skills. Pre-registration required: Barbara Jackson, 258-2141.

Portola:

Words & Music, 7 p.m., Williams House on Highway 70 across from Dollard’s Market. Featuring Mel Wade. Bring your own beverages and snacks. Open stage follows featured artist; sign up at the door. Admission $3. For information: Plumas Arts, 283-3402.

Sat, Feb. 18

Chester:

Cross-country ski lessons, St. Bernard Lodge. CONDITIONS PERMITTING. For information: facebook.com/stbernard.

Lassen Volcanic National Park:

Ranger-led snowshoe walk, 1:30 p.m., meet at Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor Center. Explore winter ecology and Lassen’s geologic history for 1.5 to two hours. Must be at least 8, capable of moderate physical exercise. Infants and children in carriers not allowed. Wear boots, dress in warm layers, bring water bottle. Snowshoes provided, suggested donation $1. Reservations required for organized groups: 595-6133. For information: 595-4480.

Portola:

16th annual Lake Davis Poker Run, registration 9 – 11 a.m., J&J Grizzly Store at 7552 Lake Davis Road. Four best poker hands win. Entry fee $12 per person; two or more hands per person $8 each. Helmets required. Prize drawing, awards at 2 p.m. Drawing tickets $1 each or six for $5. Snowmobile prize drawing for Ski-Doo Summit ROTAX 800R: tickets $20. Proceeds benefit Rotary Endowment Fund. For information: 836-6811.

Quincy:

Fourth Annual Mule Deer Foundation Banquet, starts 5 p.m., Plumas-Sierra County Fairgrounds. For tickets, information: Frank Smith, 283-2233.

Contra dance, 7:30 p.m., Quincy Vet’s Hall. Easy and fun for all ages. Dances taught and called, brief introductory session included. For information: 283-0137.

Bourgeois Gypsies concert, 9 – 11:30 p.m., Main Street Sports Bar & Lounge at 395 Main St. Must be 21 or older, with ID. Cover charge $5. For information: Stacy, 283-9788.

Sat – Sun, Feb. 18 – 19

Portola:

Winter Fest, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Grizzly Creek Guest Ranch at 5900 Grizzly Road. Spaghetti dinner 6 p.m. Friday, Feb. 17, $10, includes award, scholarship ceremony. Snowmobile rides, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, sled dog races and rides, climbing wall, sledding and tubing, horse sled rides, ice fishing, vendors. Alternative activities planned if there is no snow. Free entrance, tickets required for activities. For information, vendor space: Eastern Plumas Chamber of Commerce, 836-6811.

Sun, Feb. 19

Johnsville:

20th annual Historic Longboard Revival Series, 11 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Plumas-Eureka Ski Bowl. 1860s pioneer outfits encouraged, live “mountain music,” refreshments for purchase, prizes. Racers must wear leather boots and use authentic “dope” wax only. Registration, activities, practice begins 9:30 a.m.; race starts around noon. For information: plumasskiclub.org; Rob, 283-3381.

Lassen Volcanic National Park:

Ranger-led snowshoe walk, 1:30 p.m., meet at Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor Center. Explore winter ecology and Lassen’s geologic history for 1.5 to two hours. Must be at least 8, capable of moderate physical exercise. Infants and children in carriers not allowed. Wear boots, dress in warm layers, bring water bottle. Snowshoes provided, suggested donation $1. Reservations required for organized groups: 595-6133. For information: 595-4480.

Mon, Feb. 20

Quincy:

Feather River College Entrepreneur Speakers Series, 6:30 – 8 p.m., Room 103 in Feather River College Learning Resource Center. John Kimmel, CPA, of Bequette & Kimmel Accountancy, will speak on “Avoiding Financial Pitfalls in Small Business.” Free admission and parking. For information: Amy Schulz, 283-0202, ext. 358.

Thu, Feb. 23

Chester:

Words & Music, 7 p.m., The Coffee Station. Open stage follows featured artist; sign up at the door to perform. Tickets $3. Beverages available for purchase. For information: Plumas Arts, 283-3402.

Fri, Feb. 24

Quincy:

Hip Hop Dance Party, 9 – 11:30 p.m., Main Street Sports Bar & Lounge at 395 Main St. Music by DJ Shannon Montgomery and Mista Unknown. Must be 21 or older, with ID. No cover charge. For information: Stacy, 283-9788.

Sat, Feb. 25

Gold Mountain:

19th annual Redstreake SnowBall, 7 – 11 p.m., Nakoma Golf Resort. Joint fundraiser for Eastern Plumas Recreation District and Plumas Ski Club; proceeds benefit ski bowl renovation, historic longboard events. Tickets, $25, include all-you-can-eat meal, live music, live and silent auctions, prize drawings. No-host bar. For information: skijohnsville.com.

Lassen Volcanic National Park:

Ranger-led snowshoe walk, 1:30 p.m., meet at Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor Center. Explore winter ecology and Lassen’s geologic history for 1.5 to two hours. Must be at least 8, capable of moderate physical exercise. Infants and children in carriers not allowed. Wear boots, dress in warm layers, bring water bottle. Snowshoes provided, suggested donation $1. Reservations required for organized groups: 595-6133. For information: 595-4480.

Quincy:

“Annual Crab Feed,” doors open 3 p.m., Quincy Elks Lodge No. 1884. Seatings 4 – 5:30 p.m., 6 – 7:30 p.m. Benefits local scholarships, sports programs. Tickets, $35, include crab and all the fixings. For steak instead, reserve in advance. Door prizes and giveaways throughout the evening. For information, tickets: 394-0444, 394-6019, any Elks officers.

Sun, Feb. 26

Lassen Volcanic National Park:

Ranger-led snowshoe walk, 1:30 p.m., meet at Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor Center. Explore winter ecology and Lassen’s geologic history for 1.5 to two hours. Must be at least 8, capable of moderate physical exercise. Infants and children in carriers not allowed. Wear boots, dress in warm layers, bring water bottle. Snowshoes provided, suggested donation $1. Reservations required for organized groups: 595-6133. For information: 595-4480.

Sat, March 3

Lassen Volcanic National Park:

Ranger-led snowshoe walk, 1:30 p.m., meet at Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor Center. Explore winter ecology and Lassen’s geologic history for 1.5 to two hours. Must be at least 8, capable of moderate physical exercise. Infants and children in carriers not allowed. Wear boots, dress in warm layers, bring water bottle. Snowshoes provided, suggested donation $1. Reservations required for organized groups: 595-6133. For information: 595-4480.

Table Mountain:

Guided tours, 10 a.m. and 1 p.m., North Table Mountain Ecological Reserve near Oroville. Department of Fish and Game presents discussions of area geology, vistas, wildflowers, vernal pools, more. Tours last two hours, cover uneven rocky terrain. Wear sturdy, closed-toed shoes; bring water, snacks. Advance registration required at dfg.ca.gov/lands/er/region2/northtable.html. Space limited, early registration recommended. Free; online donations requested. For information: DFG Interpretive Services, (916) 358-2869.

Sun, March 4

Lassen Volcanic National Park:

Ranger-led snowshoe walk, 1:30 p.m., meet at Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor Center. Explore winter ecology and Lassen’s geologic history for 1.5 to two hours. Must be at least 8, capable of moderate physical exercise. Infants and children in carriers not allowed. Wear boots, dress in warm layers, bring water bottle. Snowshoes provided, suggested donation $1. Reservations required for organized groups: 595-6133. For information: 595-4480.

**To include free or nonprofit, fundraising, educational or charity events in this calendar, email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call Ingrid Burke at 283-0800. For sporting events, including charity golf tournaments, email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call Shannon Morrow at 283-0800. We will publish the date, name of the event, time, location, contact phone number and details as space permits.