Cruisers Ice Cream Parlor

Cruisers Makes the Top 5!!

2011-05-29T14:32:00.000-07:00

Wow! The little ice cream parlor that could...actually did. Thank you to all of you who voted for us on the KCRA 3's A-list. Out of 44 nominees in the Sacramento area, Cruisers is in the TOP 5!! We are as proud as punch..(ok, who knows where that saying came from? Be the first to send us an email at punch@cruisersicecream.com with the correct answer and win FREE ice cream).

The Latest Scoop from Cruisers Ice Cream Parlor

2011-02-06T20:25:00.000-08:00

http://archive.constantcontact.com/fs014/1102831897154/archive/1104426055871.html

Dog Day Valentine

2011-02-06T11:57:00.001-08:00

From Chili to Dog Day Afternoon. If it's happening, it's happening at the Copperopolis Town Square.

Bring your favorite canine friend. Dress him/her up in your favorite Valentine costume and come out to the Town Square on Saturday, February 12 starting at 11:00 for some fun and you may even win a CASH prize!

Diamond Duo will be keeping the music going, there will be raffles and games.

We hope to see you there!!

Scarecrow Auction, Spaghetti Feed and Dog Costume Parade October 16, 2010 to benefit local charities

2010-09-27T11:21:00.000-07:00

Come to the Copperopolis Town Square on October 16, 2010. The fun starts at noon with Black Bart in the Gazebo.

It's a full day with a Dog Day Costume Parade, Spaghetti Feed and Scarecrow Auction. Proceeds benefit several local charities.

Please see the flyer for more details.

Starting at 3:00 on October 16, bring your pup in costume for DOG DAY COSTUME PARADE. Entry fee is $5 and will benefit the Calaveras County Humane Society.

The fun continues with a spaghetti feed and scarecrow auction. Dinner at 5:00

October Events

2009-10-11T15:25:00.000-07:00

October events at the Copperopolis Town Square

Frank is READY!!

ScareCrow Auction and Spaghetti Feed - SATURDAY, October 24th 4:00 - 7:00

Bring the family to the Town Square for dinner! This year's scarecrows will be built by various groups and individuals. The proceeds will be donated to the charity or organization of their choice. Come bid on a scarecrown and support your community.

Spaghetti Feed and Gourmet Garlic Bread Dinner
Adults $8.00
Children under 10 $5.00
Dinner at 4:00 - Auction will begin at 6:00 PM

Don't forget to vote for your favoite window decorations designed by local businesses and groups.

Come to Town and VOTE anytime!

Saturday, October 31, 2009

TRICK OR TREAT STREET

Costume parade at 4:00 - Awards for all ages!!

Live music by the Jeff Watson Band

Dance in the Square! Come in costume or not

Bring your candy to share with the kids and join the party. Bring a table and chairs if you like. Tell your friends and neighbors to join us!

Don't miss this one!

Join the Ghosts & Goblins for a SPOOKY good time at the Copperopolis Town Square!!

UPDATE!!!

Copper Station - Shell Gas Station and Car Wash is planning to open on October 16th!!!

Copper Concerts

2009-09-05T08:34:00.000-07:00

Wow!! Kyle Martin was SPECTACULAR last night. He played every Billy Joel song that we could think of, Piano Man, Shamless, We Didn't Start the Fire, She's Got a Way, and New York State of Mind - with a little change of words - a "Copperopolis" State of Mind - just to name a few. He played for three hours to the biggest concert crowd the Town Square has seen. No one wanted to leave! And people were dancing in the Square. I'm sure Kyle Martin will be back!

If you weren't able to make this concert, you won't want to miss next Friday Night's Concert with The Jeff Watson Band. This band is an eclectic mix well-seasoned professionals who have traveled the national and international circuit, as well as performing with some of the music industry's elite: BB King, Elvin Bishop, Etta James, Buddy Guy, Johnny Heartman, The Willie Nelson Band, Coco Montoya and Tower of Power, just to name a few.

In the meantime, Sunday Afternoon, the Town Square will host a concert with Vince and Sally Arelli. Sally's voice and delivery always captivates an audience with a beautiful ballad or entices them to sing along to familiar upbeat tunes. Vince sings and plays keyboard utilizing state of the art studio technologies. Vince and Sally are definitely a local favorite.

September is Spectacular in Copperopolis!

2009-08-29T21:20:00.000-07:00

There aren't many months more beautiful in Copperopolis than September. The mornings are crisp and the days are warm. The sun starts to set a little sooner, but there's still LOTS of day light. Kids are back in school (boo-hoo). We have SO much going on in September, I hope I don't forget something.

If it's September, it must be FREE Concerts at the Copperopolis Town Square!
We have a GREAT line up starting Friday, September 4 at 6:00 with Joel - The Band - a Tribute to Billy Joel. We have the Jeff Watson Band (Sacramento's Favorite Blues Man), The Jukes (Urban Blues infused with Jazz and Funk), Diamond Duo (ranging from wartime hits of the 40's to today's contemporary music) and Copperopolis' own Vince & Sally. Concert dates are 9/4, 9/6, 9/11, 9/12, 9/18 and 9/19. The full line up can be found at the Copperopolis Town Square website. Friday concerts start at 6:00, Saturday and Sunday concerts start at 2:00.

In addition to the music events on Saturday 9/12 and 9/19, we will also have a couple of fun events planned for you. Join us on Saturday September 12, starting at 2:00 for...."DOG DAY AFTERNOON" - no, not the movie! This event focuses around Man's Best Friend, our beloved Dogs. Bring your four-legged best friend (dogs only, please) for a "WOOFING" good time . We will have a parade, prizes and awards in several categories, sponsored by the Town Square Merchants. Categories include Friendliest Dog, Most Stylish Dog, Owner Look-a-like, Cutest Doggie, Big Dog, Shortest Dog, Snazziest Collar, Ugliest Mug (given lovingly, of course), Best Smile and Most Attitute. Of course there is also "TOP DOG".

We plan to have a Pet Boutique, Mobile doggy wash and much more. In honor of "Dog Day Afternoon" Cruisers Ice Cream Parlor will be offering our mouth-watering 1/4 lb 100% all beef and Polish hot DOGS available at special price. So dress FIDO in his or her best costume (if you dare) and bring him or her down to the Square! Don't forget your leashes! This event is FREE!!

In addition to great music on September 19, we want you to REV up your engines if you've got em!! We've had so many requests for another car show that we decided September would be a great month to add one! We've combined MUSIC with a CLASSIC CAR SHOW'N SHINE GET TOGETHER. Bring your classic car (or almost classic) to a FREE event where you could be the WINNER of a "Play the Creeks" golf package and stay at beautiful Saddle Creek Golf Course. You get to play both Saddle Creek and Greenhorn Creek golf courses. If you don't have a classic car, come out and enjoy some BEAUTIFUL muscle cars, hot rods, rat rods and MUCH more. This event is FREE!!

WHEW! There's a LOT going on at The Copperopolis Town Square in September. We hope to "CU @ the Square!"

Cruisers Ice Cream Parlor makes the Headlines

2009-08-12T20:18:00.000-07:00

Okay, so it's not the headlines, but we did make it in this week's edition of the Sierra Lodestar, the entertainment magazine arm of the Calaveras Enterprise. Click on the link to read the entire story or better yet, come into Cruisers and pick up a copy. The ice cream Sundae on the front cover came from Cruisers and the children in the picture (who just happened to be in the store that day) are our grand-niece and nephews, Kyra, Alex and Ethan.

STAR 92.7 Live on Location Don't forget - STAR 92.7 will be broadcasting live from the Town Square this Saturday from 11:30 to 1:30. Spin the Jackpot Machine for prizes and your chance to qualify for the BIG prize - $10,000!!! The Town Square merchants are also giving away prizes and BIG discounts!! You won't want to miss this event.

Frank has a birthday! You know who Frank is, right? Frank Furter is our friendly Cruiser's greeter. He sits outside of the door and although he looks like he's pouring ketchup on his head, he is really giving you a welcoming salute.

Anyway, he's having a birthday and we will be celebrating it during the entire Labor Day weekend with a special $1.00 off any hot dog or hot dog combo. Just print the coupon below and bring it in to Cruisers.

I think that's it for now.

CU @ the Square!!

Star 92.7 Live on Location at Cruisers (and the Town Square)

2009-08-06T09:56:00.000-07:00

National Ice Cream Day
On July 19, Cruisers celebrated National Ice Cream Day. We served up lots and lots of FREE banana splits and sundaes. Quite a few of you came in and told us how the Sundae got its name. Kudos to those who felt the need to do the research - even though the answer was in one of my previous emails . Hope you didn't miss it :)

Live on Location

Next on our event schedule is a LIVE radio broadcast. STAR 92.7, one of our local radio stations will be broadcasting from the Town Square from 11:30 until 1:30 on August 15, 2009. Come spin the Jackpot Machine for a chance to qualify for the grand price of $10,000 CASH!! The grand prize winner will be selected on September 16 at Black Oak Casino. Plus you could be the winner of the trip that will be given out during the live broadcast. Wow!! Then at 1:30, we will have live music by Diamond Duo. The Delta Blood Bank will also be here so why not donate while you have the chance?

Ice Cream Flavor of the Moment You may have noticed a few new ice cream flavors in our freezers. We've added Pistaccio and Chocolate Peanut Butter to our everyday menu. Plus we have the "Ice Cream of the Moment". This is a new flavor that we bring in periodically and when it is gone, it's gone unless you tell us that you want us to keep it. Last week we had birthday cake. This was a fun flavor with swirls of frosting and confetti candy--but it only lasted FOUR days!! You gotta be quick and come in often. Our current flavor of the moment is Old fashioned 50/50. You may remember this ice cream - with its combination of creamy vanilla and tart orange sherbet. Mmmmm

Future Events

August 28 Movie night. This month Parks & Rec will be showing Indiana Jones' Raiders of the Lost Ark, Rated PG. The show starts at dusk and as always, there will be free popcorn!!
September - Friday Nights are MUSIC night at the Town Square. Come and listen to live music from the Gazebo each Friday evening in September starting at 6:00. Plus an added Music night on Sunday, September 6.
October 3 - Oktober fest and art show comes to Copperopolis. More details to follow.

Cruisers Ice Cream Parlor on Facebook Follow the happenings of Cruisers on Facebook and Twitter (coming soon)!

There's lots of summer left. We hope to seen you soon and OFTEN at Cruisers Ice Cream Parlor. Tell us you saw us on the web!!

National Ice Cream Day - July 19, 2009

2009-07-05T15:19:00.000-07:00

What could be better on a hot day than a heaping scoop of ice cream? Only one thing...FREE ice cream!! Sunday, July 19 is NATIONAL ICE CREAM DAY. Cruisers Ice Cream Parlor in the Copperopolis Town Square is celebrating National Ice cream Day by offering a buy one, get one FREE sundae or banana split. On July 19, bring your family and celebrate with us as we commemorate our favorite frozen treat.

FUN FACTS:

Why do they call it a "Sundae?"

Some historians claim, but never proven to be true, that the name "sundae" was created in response to the "Blue Laws" which said that ice cream sodas could not be sold on Sundays because they were two "frilly." For some reason the "righteous," were very much against what they called "sucking soda" (especially on the Sabbath). The dish has gone by other names at various time, most notably "sundi" and "Sondhi." Some accounts have explained all these names as attempts to avoid offending the sensibilities of the devoutly religious who might take a dim view of a pile of ice cream and syrup being named after the Sabbath. (read more....Sundae).

Where did ice cream come from?

The history of ice cream is a mixture of both truth and myth. No one would think that it could be traced back to ancient civilizations and that these civilizations possessed techniques of storing and keeping ice. The earliest ice houses could be traced back to 4000 years ago in Mesopotamia. History also shows that the Pharaohs of Egypt used to have ice shipped to them, and that the Roman Emperor, Nero in the 4th Century used to have servants run to the mountains to collect ice for his fruit toppings. (read more.... History)

Summerfest update

What a fun event this was! If you missed it, you sure missed a fun day. We had two water slides, FANTASTIC music by the California Outlaws, a watermelon eating contest, a dunk tank and of course, an ice cream eating contest. We gave away the barbecue (congratulations to the McThorns of Copperopolis). Here are some pictures of the event.

There is always something fun happening at the Town Square in Copperopolis. We hope to see you at Cruisers Ice Cream Parlor REAL soon!!

CU @ the Square!!

Steve & Donna

Where Memories are Made

Spring is in the Air!!!!!!!!

2009-03-26T13:22:00.000-07:00

Spring is in the air and we are ready to celebrate at Cruisers.

This Friday, March 27th, Copperopolis Town Square and Parks and Rec will be putting on a FREE Movie Night. Come to Cruisers for a hot dog and ice cream and make it dinner and movie!! This month's movie is "Cut Throat Island" Starring Geena Davis and Matthew Modine. This is a great action-packed pirate movie and is rated PG. Come and join the fun. Bring the kids and your lawn chairs. The movie starts at dusk and Cruisers will be open until 7:00. We also have nachos, warm pretzels, hot chocolate and of course. ICE CREAM!!

Saturday, April 11th a special guest will be appearing at the Town Square. There will be an Easter Egg Hunt starting at 1:00. Color the giant Easter Eggs on the sidewalk with chalk and win prizes. Bring a non-perishable food item to enter the Egg Hunt - all donations benefit the Copperopolis Food Bank. Come in to Cruisers for more info!!

April 17 -
Cruisers Ice Cream Parlor will be sponsoring an Ice Cream Social. All proceeds from 3:00 - 7:00 will be donated to the Bret Harte 2009 Grad Night Celebration. The Grad Night Foundation of Calaveras County is a non-profit organization that provides safe, sober and fun-filled graduation parties for our high school seniors. Since 1989, Calaveras County has not had a single alcohol or drug-related high school graduation tragedy. Help us to support our graduating seniors!!

May 2 -
The Lake Tulloch Lions Club presents Hot Copper Car Show. Starts at 9:00 - Auto, Truck, Motorcycle Show and Swapmeet. Rock 'N Roll Dance Competition, Music and food - silent auction, raffles contests, awards & MORE!!

Coming some time in the Spring....
Cruisers is celebrating our FIRST birthday!! Yes, it's been one year since we opened our doors. We celebrated our 10,000 on August 24 and believe it or not, we are fast approaching our 25,000th customer!!!!!! We want to thank all of our customers for supporting Copperopolis' BEST ice Cream Parlor. Come in to Cruisers today and you never know....you may be number 25,000!

New Shops are Open and Special Events Planned

2009-02-28T21:36:00.000-08:00

Here we are in March. Daylight savings time is March 8 - that means more sunshine in Copperopolis!! Things have really progressed at the Copperopolis Town Square. If you haven't been here in a while, plan on stopping by soon. Panini's Italian Grill is now offering a full menu and more shops have opened. See below for a list of the shops that are open or will be opening soon.

We had our first Chili Cook-off in January. We could not have asked for better weather. The chili cookers and tasters were out in force and we had a wonderful day. There were so many different chilis - some sweet, some SPICY and some very original.

I didn't have a good chili recipe, but I know a good chili when I taste it so I did my job by being a judge. I'll tell you, we were serious!!
See http://copperonline.com/ for more pictures.

If it's happening, it's happening here! The Copperopolis Town Square is a special place where special events take center stage. We have a few things planned already and we invite you to come out and enjoy the beautiful surroundings and country town charm. Here is a list of events

April 11

We will be celebrating Easter with an old-fashioned Easter Egg Hunt

May 2

HOT COPPER CAR SHOW

over 250 classic cars will be on display, a swap
meet and rock & roll dance contest.
Sponsored by the Lake Tulloch Lions Club

Restaurants
Cruisers Ice Cream Parlor

Ice Cream, Candy, Smoothies & Gourmet Hot Dogs
209) 785-CONE (2663)

http://www.cruisersicecream.com/

Panini's Italian Grill
Full Service Restaurant and Bar
(209) 785-8811
Menu's and more information

Snaps Coffee House & Wine Bar
(209) 785-1616
Opening to be announced

Retail Shopping
Bellavita
Finishes to Furnishings
(209) 785-9199 ~ Fax (209) 785-9195
http://www.bellavita-designers.com/
Now Open - Grand Opening April 4th

Copperopolis Olive Oil Company

All Things Olive
(209) 785-6868

http://www.copperopolisoliveoilcompany.com/
Now Open - Grand Opening April 4th

Copper Proper
Home Accessories and Gifts
(209) 785-7690 ~ Fax (209) 785-7692
(888) 736-4258

http://www.copperproper.com/

Eve Apparel & Accessories For Women
(209) 785-1717
http://www.eveincopper.com/

Fancy Pans Kitchen & Gifts
(209) 785-7300 ~ Fax (209) 785-7301
http://www.fancypanskitchen.com/

Firefall Jewelers Fine Jewelry
(209) 785-7888

http://www.firefalljewelers.com/

Once A Tree
Handmade Wood Gifts & Custom Cabinets
(209) 785-5111

Renner WineryTasting, Wine Sales & Gifts
http://www.rennerwinery.com/

Twigz Flowers, Plants & Gifts
(209) 785-9001 ~ Fax (209) 785-9002

Business Services
Copper Valley Realty Real Estate Sales

(209) 785-9700 ~ Fax (209) 785-9710
866-276-4235
http://www.coppervalleyrealty.com/

Castle & Cooke Calaveras, Inc.
(209) 785-8550 ~ Fax (209) 785-8551

Copperopolis Town Square
Leasing and Management
(209) 785-8553 ~ (866) 276-4235
Email: copperopolistownsquare@castlecooke.

M&C Association Management Services Inc. HOA Management Services
(209) 785-6700 ~ Fax (209) 785-6701
http://www.associaonline.com/

Mid Valley Engineering Civil Engineering & Land Planning
(209) 785-8444 ~ Fax (209) 526-0803
http://www.mve.net/

Ortega & Associates
Architects & Land Planning
(209) 785-2025 ~ Fax (209) 785-2155
http://www.ortegaarchitects.com/

Placer Title Company Title and Escrow
(209) 785-9300 ~ (209) 785-9310
http://www.placertitle.com/

Opening in the Future
Copper Market
Copper Shell
Gas, Carwash & Convenience Mart
Mark Twain St. Joseph's Hospital Medical Center

Happy Holidays and thank you!

2008-12-12T13:19:00.000-08:00

The holidays are here and there is no better time to say "Thank you!" to all of our wonderful customers. We have been in the Town Square for seven months now and we have met the most wonderful people. Many from out of town - coming as far as Australia, England and Taiwan. Now, we would like to believe that they came here to see us, but that probably wouldn't be 100% truthful, although we did have an entry in our guest book that said, "I came all the way from Appleton, Wisconsin to have Cruisers Ice Cream. Yummmm!" Okay, I'll be honest, that entry was from Kimmie, Steve's sister and my sister-in-law.

There have been many wonder entries in our guest book letting us know what you think about Cruisers. I'd like to share a few with you

Michele & Tony Vella & Family from Hercules, CA..."Saw you off the road on our way to Arnold. Love the ice cream and the whole concept. Would love to visit again. Thank you!"

Leslee said, "Leslee was here! I love it. Get on the net!" Well, Leslee, here we are!! Give us a shout out if you read this.

The Jones Family from San Jose/Arnold, "Our new "tradition".

Rich & Rita Curtis from Discovery Bay say, "Great place. Very cute!"

The Hutchinson's - "Very cute place. Good ice cream too. I'm sure this will be our last stop every time we come now."

"I love the theme! Great service too! Very clean A++++++. Thanks a ton!" No signature.

Well, you get the point. We are so happy that you enjoy Cruisers. We opened it for you to have a place to start new traditions, to make memories and to enjoy. Steve and I are so very thankful for your comments and for our customers. We would like to thank you for your patronage and to wish you and your family a very happy holiday season.

Christmas Tree Lighting in the Town Square

2008-12-04T16:13:00.000-08:00

We had a wonderful tree lighting last Saturday. If you missed it, you missed a fantastic time. The 40' tree stood majestically in the center of the town square. The children were so excited to see Santa who was riding in a beautiful horse-drawn carriage. They waited in a long line just to ride around the square with him. These pictures are from thepinetree.net. Thanks John for helping to chronicle this event. We were very busy inside the store making sure everyone's ice cream dreams were coming true!!

This is a great picture! It captures the essence of the evening. I am very pleased to be in this community. I love the town square and I hope you all do too. If you love it, let us hear from you. This is truly a place that belongs to everyone in Copperopolis and everyone who visits. It is the center of town, perhaps not in a geographical sense, but definitely in a metaphoric sense in that this is the place where we will come to gather with friends, to celebrate holidays and to make GREAT memories with our children and grandchildren.

The evening was filled with happiness as the children roamed freely sporting their GLOW necklaces that they got from Cruisers. There was music in the air as the Christmas carolers bellowed those wonderful holiday songs that we all love to hear.

Frosty came to visit. Careful there, buddy, it was quite a warm evening for late November. Stay cool!!

We hope to "CU" around the square soon. We are serving hot soup and chili to help you to stay warm on these cooler winter nights. But we think it's always ICE CREAM SEASON - no matter what the calendar says!

We wish you and your family a HAPPY, SAFE and memorable holiday season.

Steve & Donna

Trick or Treat Street at Cruisers Ice Cream Parlor

2008-11-05T20:24:00.000-08:00

What a fabulous Halloween it was this year. We were sure making memories at Cruisers! The Copperopolis Town Square came alive with activity and the first annual Trick or Treat Street was a huge success. There were somewhere in the neighborhood of 250 trick-or-treaters roaming around the closed off streets of the Copperopolis Town Square. It was safe and secure with volunteer sheriff deputies at every entrance making sure that no ghost or gobblin got loose without parents.

We had so much fun dressing up. This is a picture of us with the newest addition, Frank. He even got into the spirit of Halloween!

Nana and Papa came from Livermore to help pass out candy and to watch all the trick-or-treaters. I think they had a wonderful time.

If you missed this event, you'll want to make sure to put it on your calendar for next year. But don't wait that long to come visit - I hear the Town Square is going to be quite the wonderland this Christmas.

We look forward to seeing you soon for some old fashioned ice cream. Come and stay awhile. Remember...Cruisers Ice Cream Parlor, where memories are made.