I was invited to the greatest music gathering I've ever attended here at Deloro Valley (DV), due to…read moremany reasons. The event space is the best layout one could ask for. There are two pools. A small, 4-6 person wooden sauna outdoor box custom built by the Electrician and Staff Member, Sparky. It is impressive and if you get a chance you should use it during your visit! It is located by the lower pool. There are two small bridges and a beautiful creek that runs underneath. A giant, high-ceiling saloon or recreation hall, great for a large projector for a film. This was the most ideal location you could think of to host a party amongst 100 of your closest friends in the DJ and music scene. The space serves best for probably groups of 50 or more, I would say. There are baby goats on the farm and you can hear them, they are adorable! The main lodge branches in 4 directions for housing and can be thought of as a cross between a hostel and a cabin :) It is cozy and easy to navigate and plenty of seating in case it is cold out. There is a fireplace the staff kept adding wood to. I was sitting with Sparky, who was kind enough to grab me some food as I was not feeling well. And Ji, another sweet staff member checked on the fire and asked him to throw in another log. This staff is TOP-NOTCH. They exceeded expectations in terms of hospitality, kindness, authenticity, helpfulness, and genuine care for their guests. I think each person deserves an individual shotout because that's how much each person made this experience just so special and different that it doesn't compare to others in the past. Wendy - A manager of sorts. I was able to ask her for anything and everything down to the smallest of items like aspirin for a headache. She goes above and beyond, as do the others, in finding a way to help you get what you need. Given our event was 3 nights and 4 days, during this long weekend, I connected with Wendy on a level beyond a manager. She has a big heart and gentle soul, and came to my aid when I was in need of food one morning prior to breakfast being served. I was uninterested in the vast assortment of pastries that were neatly set out and asked if there was any leftover protein from dinner the night before. Soon after, a warm plate of chicken, cilantro rice, and bread was brought, and Wendy added a can of sugarfree soda on the table. These little details are all remembered. Thank you oh so much for caring in my time of need. Sparky - Throughout the weekend, this gentleman was a kindhearted soul who was also very attentive to the guests needs. I appreciated multiple food requests he accommodated for me outside of kitchen hours and just being available, keeping us all safe, and making sure we were all having a good time. I couldn't ask for more from him as a staff member and look forward to future interactions when attending more events @ DV. Ji - Thank you for checking on the fire and keeping it going. You were always looking out for everyone. Making sure guests felt comfortable and were not in need of anything, She has a sweet spirit about her and it just seems to be the theme amongst all the staff here. Aaaaaand then there's Jenna-Rose. Also helped me with food accommodations when I wasn't feeling well. My blood sugar was low and I needed to eat and she, along with Wendy, got me some food to pull me out of that state. She's full of energy and fun-loving for sure. Love her spirit! Clippy - Another helpful, staff member with a positive attitude. During meals I was able to ask for other things or questions about what is in the food in case of an allergy. Thank you! Sean - I believe had brought out hot water, tea, and/or miso soup along with someone else. This was an unexpected treat. Not sure where it came from, but Sean was here and there doing this and that for the guests. Really appreciated his service and although quiet, he was a kind-natured member of the staff. Nathan - Our interaction was brief but he was helpful in letting me pack my stuff into my car nearby. I was exhausted and it would've taken me several trips with the wagons given I had brought extra supplies to loan for our event. Lonnie - Was nice enough to lend me a bicycle to ride up the hill but then I realized it was steeper than I thought and doubled back. Instead he gave me a ride. The kindness of these people... I tell you... :) Nicole - Housekeeper. Our interaction was brief but I thank her for giving me time to comfortably get my things together and leave my room without feeling rushed to pack. Rob G - Saw him in passing a couple times but overall, had a smile on his face each time and pleasant to interact with in passing. To all the staff, none of your actions went unnoticed. We are all ever-so-grateful for the once-in-a-lifetime experience you provided all us friends. I felt like part of a family all weekend. My friends + you wonderful staff members. Looking forward to coming back for future events! Much love to you ALL!

Beautiful venue, amazing views, Everyone there is so friendly and professional, I highly highly…read morehighly recommend! I can't wait to be back! P.s. Sean Majors is a legend

The bartender Beau, is just amazing! He is so friendly and knowledgeable about the spirits and…read moredrinks and takes great care when crafting a cocktail for you. He will make anything you want and always has a smile!

Whenever we're in Sonora, eating at The Armory is a definite must! This place is huge. There is a…read morebar area to the left when you come through the entrance. The bar is impressive and a great way to be greeted. There is seating available if you want to grab a bite to eat while you indulge in a handcrafted cocktail. The entrance leads to an amazing outdoor area with a courtyard, lots of seating and more bar areas. There is an upstairs area that has views of Sonora, but also overlooks the outdoor area which is great for people watching. The Armory is family and dog friendly and it was great to see families and their fur babies enjoying the relaxing atmosphere. The menu has great appetizers to share, salads and bowls, tacos, sandwiches, and satisfying pastas + a delicious short rib plate. The drink menu is extensive - they have an impressive variety of barrel-aged bourbons, Irish whiskeys, scotch, rye, tequila, and mezcal and quite the selection of beers on tap, in bottles, and in cans. The wine list will have something for everyone. And the cocktails all looked amazing! We had the smoked pork nachos, ahi poke bowl, and the Rodeo Burger. Everything was tasty and came out quickly. The Armory is a must try!

I have been coming to old Oak Ranch since 1985. My five sons have experienced some great things at…read morethis camp and the memories run deep! The entire staff are incredible and the food is awesome! If your church is looking to have a gathering in the Sierra's you simply don't have to look anywhere else but Old Oak Ranch!!!

We just came back from our 4th grade Gold Rush overnight field trip and I highly recommend Old Oak…read moreRanch. (we stayed here and did the Gold Rush activities/tours at Columbia State Park, but they are thinking of bringing some Gold Rush activities on site in the future). Aaron and Bryan were wonderful hosts. The food in the dining hall was quite good and they were very accommodating for dietary restrictions/allergies. The kids enjoyed the game room (foosball/ping pong/pool tables/arcades). There was another group during the time we were there but we hardly noticed except during meal times (even then, we were eating in separate areas). It unexpectedly snowed a lot on one of the days (mid-April!) and 4WD is really helpful.

Sonora's Opera Hall…read more The City of Sonora acquired the property in 1986, and, through several historic preservation grants, redevelopment funds, and the efforts of volunteer fundraisers, the city was able to restore the Opera Hall to its present condition. It is once again an "edifice of strength and beauty" and a "point of pride" to Sonora's historic downtown Thinking about a wedding?, reunion? event? this is a community center and is booked by appointment throught the City of Sonora and is in a prime downtown Sonora location. Thinking of a conference? This location is affordable and is available 7 day's per week. Rental Information This Rental Information Page is a brief description for renting the Historic Sonora Opera Hall. For a full informational packet or to view this beautiful facility, please contact Sheala Wilkinson, Special Programs Coordinator at (209) 532-7725 or swilkinson@sonoraca.com Rental Fees: Weekday: Monday - Thursday $150.00 per Day Weekend: Friday - Sunday & Holidays* $250.00 per Day Damage/Clean Facility Deposit $300.00 (refundable) Preparation Kitchen $100.00 Concert Grand Piano $125.00 Sounds System (6 disc CD player $20.00 Wireless Microphone $10.00 Corded Microphones $10.00 (each) Your Rentals Include: 25 Eight Foot Tables 5 Six Foot Tables 200 Chairs Antique Wood Bar Podium & projection Screen (available upon request) Free Internet Service compliments of Frontporch Communications

We provide sound, lighting, video, PA and DJ's for events all the time at The Sonora Opera Hall…read more It's a nice venue with hardwood floors. The walls are white and look great when we uplight them. Venue is always nice and clean and easy to load in. It's a great venue for weddings, dance's or that special event.

Hello happily engaged couple, We understand where you are…read moreright now in the process. You're excited about the engagement, and the thought of your upcoming wedding. Congratulations. We also know however, that the more you Google looking for answers, the more questions you have! Even if you have a venue, you now need to worry about seating charts, timelines, hairstylists, weather, forest fires, COVID, cleanup- oh my! "Do I even need a wedding planner?" may even be a question that you are pondering- and that is ok! The good news is, this review that you are reading is the review you need. As partners, we were asking ourselves these same questions. In hindsight, we would have been stupid to not hire Terri/Events Extraordinaire. Should you simply care about the bottom line, then skip the rest of this review and just hire her already! If you are interested to know why, please see below. Although one of us was skeptical in the value of a wedding planner, I can assure you that Terri's actions and efforts were invaluable in making our day perfect. From the very first meeting, we were relieved at the methodic approach Terri takes to wedding planning. Your first meetings are simply getting to know each other and learning what the couple wants to achieve with the wedding. Terri fairly listened to both of our ideas and provided unbiased feedback and guidance. These little nudges compounded to big decisions which encouraged us along the wedding planning process. Speaking of the process, Terri has one. She has timelines, 'day of' agenda's, and planning deadlines that keep not only the couple, but also your vendors on track! Although you may expect the planning process to go smoothly, just as we had, of course life happens. We had a serious issues with one of our main vendors (That we found before working with Terri) the month before the wedding. We promptly referenced Terri's pre-supplied vendor list and found someone who was more budget friendly, that produced fantastic results. Then, just one week before the wedding, the HMUA dropped out (crazy we know!). Terri picked up her personal cell phone that same day, to step in, and spent the evening with us hunting down alternates. To us, Terri felt like another family member with all of the right tools in her tool box to help us navigate the complex nuances of wedding planning. On the day of the wedding, we hardly noticed Terri- and I mean that in a good way! Seamlessly behind the scenes, our wedding day and timeline panned out about as perfect as it could be. This letter is a testament to her process, value, and care in wedding planning. We were thankful to have found Terri and now look forward to connecting with her any time we are in the foothills! -Adam & Samantha Klick

Terri and her team are absolutely the best at what they do! Her services were recommended by the…read morevenue we picked and I am so grateful for that! I never really understood what a planner would do, but trust me when I say that I would've been completely lost without her! Terri thought of things for our special day that I never would've realized I needed until it was too late. I knew from the very first meeting that she was going to be my calming force for a very stressful day and I was so right! Her value is unmeasurable!! Thank you Terri and team!!

This place is absolutely beautiful !! Thank you to the owners of Savanna gardens for making our…read more son and daughter-in-laws wedding amazing day Bobbie and her husband definitely made us all feel like we are part of the family what a beautiful piece of property and peaceful. Thank you again for making everything go flawless for us. Thank you The Dameral family

Was married here. Amazing venue - landscaping so lush and beautiful, barn is perfectly quaint…read more Owners went above and beyond. Great experience!

I absolutely love this adorable private resort. We've been there for weekend getaways and attended…read morea wedding. Valerie is so sweet. My kids call her Grandma Val.

This stay was a veritable Garden of Eden! My fiancé and I have been to many places for weekends…read moreaway or family vacations in the last two years but Sparks Ranch ranks among the best experiences and settings yet! The owner is positively lovely and so very personable. She was more than accommodating to our every need! She was great with communication and kind to us. She treated my kids like they were her own. The grounds are surrounded by stunning nature and is steeped in history. We got a fun tour when we first arrived and we were all amazed by the clean and well maintained property. Our beds were so comfortable and we slept very well. My kids want to make visiting Sparks Ranch a regular annual experience and we are more than happy to oblige them!

cozy and fun. Great beers & wine selection. Live music always a plus…read more Local talent show cased.

Great place to relax in their outdoor space with a glass of wine. Nice friendly vibe. Live music a…read morecouple days a week. They have a limited food menu but good quality for a lunch or snack. Plus a taproom for those who prefer a brew. Enjoy!

This was a cute place. I came up in June for a friend's wedding, and the venue was pretty great for…read morea wedding. California had that insane heat wave then, so it reached 100+ degrees that day. Despite that, the fans inside the chapel did an ok job keeping people cool. Since I'm only about two, two and a half hours away from Sonora, I chose to go home after the wedding and reception, so I can't speak to the accommodations here. Keep in mind that if you're coming here for a wedding, the closest food options in Downtown Sonora are 15-20 minutes away by car, and these roads are winding and hilly, so keep that in mind.

I was just calling to get pricing on using them as a venue. Their website was not working on my…read morephone. The woman who answered was condescending and rude, talking to me as if I was a child and not worth their time. She proceeded to slowly explain to me how to see the prices, despite me telling her several times the website was not displaying the prices on my end. After her cold tone and reluctance to talk (despite the website encouraging to call) I hung up. She then proceeded to call me back from a different number, with an even more cruel tone. I hung up right away, but that is no way to talk to a potential client!

This is my first time here (but not my children's first time-- they have come here with our…read morebabysitter). My son always asks me to come here, and I have been hesitant, as it looks so small from the outside. However, that is NOT the case! It is much bigger inside, and has a larger play structure than Play Modesto. It is very clean and well kept. I did not notice anything broken or in need of repair. We were here for a few hours, and someone is constantly picking up the toys and putting them back where they belong, wiping things down, vacuuming, etc. There is a lot to do, and both of my children had a great time! We will definitely be back.

Horrible place don't have parties here Staff started picking up and cleaning up 20 mins before…read moreparty was even over while guests and kids were still at the tables and eating. For how much that was spent on the party we should have the whole time. Not picking up 20 mins before the end time of the party! Was so rude and disrespectful.