January 23, 2026

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Regular Events:

• Every Other Wednesday 2:00 PM: Mineral Cards (Rummy) at Water District

• Every Thursday 1:00 PM+: Magic the Gathering Cards at Water District

• Saturdays 8:00 PM: Shuffleboard at Lassen Mineral Lodge Saloon

• Sundays 10:00 AM: Breakfast Club at Lassen Mineral Lodge Restaurant

• 1st or 2nd Sunday of the Month: 10:00 AM Breakfast Club + After, Crafts at Lassen Mineral Lodge Restaurant

• 3rd Sunday of the Month: 10:00 AM Breakfast Club + After, Board Games at Lassen Mineral Lodge Restaurant

Winter Events:

• Jan. 24 for BINGO & Snowman Contest Hosted by Mill Creek Resort at Mill Creek Resort

• Feb. 8 at 10:00 AM Breakfast Club + After, Valentines Crafts at at Lassen Mineral Lodge Restaurant

• Feb. 14 at Noon Chili Cook-Off at Chester Creek (Look for the Mill Creek Resort Booth!)

• Feb. 14 5:00 PM+ Valentines Candlelight Dinner at Lassen Mineral Lodge Restaurant (RSVP)

• Feb. 15 at 10:00 AM Breakfast Club + After, Play Board Games at Lassen Mineral Lodge Restaurant

• Mar. 8 at 10:00 AM Breakfast Club + After, "Help the Easter Bunny" Easter Basket Supplies Prep for School Kids & Bingo Favors and Prizes at Lassen Mineral Lodge Restaurant

• Mar. 15 at 10:00 AM Breakfast Club + After, Play Board Games at Lassen Mineral Lodge Restaurant

Spring Events:

• Mar. 20 First Day of Spring

• Apr. 3 at 6:00 PM Easter Weekend BINGO at Lassen Mineral Lodge Restaurant

• Apr. 4 at Noon Annual Volunteer Clean the Snow Hill of Debris (Weather Permitting)

• Apr. 5: Easter Buffet at Lassen Mineral Lodge Restaurant (RSVP)

• Apr. 19 at 10:00 AM Breakfast Club + After, Play Board Games at Lassen Mineral Lodge Restaurant

• Apr. 25 at 11:00 AM+ Hand to The Land: Spring Gathering Conservation Day at Mill Creek Resort

Summer Events: 

These dates to be confirmed; reply with any updates.

• Jun. 21: First Day of Summer

• Jul. 4: Firewise & Homeowners Meetings

• Jul. 5: VFD Pancake Breakfast at Mill Creek Resort

• Jul. 11: Mineral Wildflower Festival at Lassen Mineral Lodge - New!

• Aug. 8: Dark Skies in Mineral Festival at Lassen Mineral Lodge - New!

• Sep. 5: Mineral Community Walk

• Monthly S'mores and Crafts at Volcano Campground

• Find more tentative events planned for this Summer on the Mineral Google Calendar.

News

Magic the Gathering Comes to Mineral on Thursdays!

Join Us for Some Frantic Multiplayer MTG Fun!

Hosted by Dale of Curiosities at the Water Building in Mineral, this weekly Magic the Gathering card game will take place on Thursdays and go 1 PM - 8 PM. Guest can join for all or part of the time. Guests are welcome to bring snacks to share. Join us any time during the event, and play as much as you like.  Whether you are an experienced Magic player, someone who is just looking to learn how to play, or somewhere in between, this free event is right for you!  New players and learners welcome! We have extra decks, if anyone needs one to play. If you complete one game of Commander, you will also receive a free Tarkir Dragonstorm play booster! Limit one pack per player while supplies last. Luckily, the local experts will help new players! Typically, prizes and snacks are available. Learn to Play Magic the Gathering (MTG): Watch this Video to Learn to Play and More information at: https://magic.wizards.com/en/formats/commander

Plum Valley Elementary School Raising Money Selling See's Candy

Support our local elementary school by purchasing See's Candy for Valentine's Day from their current campaign:

https://www.yumraising.com/store/valentines-day-2026-plum-valley-elementary-school-97a7/AmbVan8626

West Lassen Headwaters Project Update

Read the latest news from Bella Bledsoe at Sierra Institute on the Conservation page at: https://www.mineralcalifornia.com/activities/Conservation  

"All, a huge accomplishment, about 8 years of research, field work, planning and persistence to bring to conclusion. Allows LNF to move forward with project and activities as funds are available for our area." - Jim Richardson 

Frontier is Joining the Verizon Family

Is Frontier becoming Verizon? According to their website: "Frontier is now a Verizon company, bringing better value and more choices to millions more customers across the country. By integrating Frontier’s 100% fiber-optic network with Verizon’s industry-leading Fios and mobility assets, the company now has an expanded reach of over 29 million fiber passings across 31 states and Washington, D.C. With the greater availability of premium home internet and mobility services, customers have exclusive access to new services, savings and value they can’t get anywhere else." Their recent email to customers stated: "The reliable Frontier experience you count on every day will continue without disruptions and your plan will remain the same — that's the same great service and customer support, plus no changes to your bill or how you pay. What is changing is your exclusive access to new services, savings and value you can't get anywhere else." Their email directs us to learn more on their website:  https://frontier.com/verizon-customer

Community Preservation Advisory Group

Proprietors of several local buildings have asked for support in identifying funding for significant improvements. As opportunities are being identified, it would be helpful to review a preservation plan and get community feedback in support of these efforts. If you would like to be on the community preservation advisory group with monthly online calls, please reply back indicating your interest.

Photos

New photo albums are added periodically to the https://www.mineralcalifornia.com/about/photos page. Check in to see the latest.

Do you have any events to add to the calendar? Let us know at mineralcalifornia@gmail.com

October 29, 2025

Saturday, November 1, 2025 5:00 Dinner; 7:00 Shuffleboard Tournament; 8:00 Party & Costume Contest

Mineral Lodge Halloween Party and Annual Ron White Shuffleboard Tournament

Lassen Mineral Lodge Restaurant - Note: After this Weekend, the Restaurant Now Switches to Weekends Only

Ron White Memorial Shuffleboard Tournament at the Halloween Party

Assemble at the Lodge beginning at 7 PM to sign up; Tourney starts at 7:30 PM

The tournament will accommodate up to 8 teams of 2 players. Those who have not reserved a spot may sign up starting at 7 PM on a first-come-first-served basis. There is no cost to enter. Prizes for the top 2 teams. For even more fun, come in costume, Hope to see you there! Questions? Call Jan at 595-3252

Halloween Party and Costume Contest

After Dinner and the Shuffleboard Tournament, join the Party and Costume Contest! Dress up as your finest individual or group costume and join the fun!

Sunday, November 2, 2025 10:00 AM+

Breakfast Club

Lassen Mineral Lodge Restaurant

Join us each week to informally gather for breakfast and discussion about community activities. Breakfast  served before 11:00 AM.

Wednesday, November 5, 2025 2:00 PM

Mineral Cards

Water District Building

This every-other week tradition continues and now meets at 2:00 PM as it's getting darker earlier. Please come to play and optionally bring a snack to share.

Friday, November 7, 2025 5:00 PM

Thanksgiving Dinner Benefitting the School

Plum Valley Elementary School,

29950 Plum Creek Rd, Paynes Creek, CA 96075

Contact Amber or Pam for Reservation Information

Support our local elementary school by coming to their Fall fundraiser. 

Saturday, November 8, 2025 10:00 AM

Candle Making Workshop

Private Home

Email to RSVP: mineralcalifornia@gmail.com

Craft together in Mineral at this candle making workshop hosted by Stephanie Dennis at a private home in Mineral.

Saturday, November 8, 2025 8:00 PM

Shuffleboard at the Lodge

Lassen Mineral Lodge Restaurant Bar

Sunday, November 9, 2025 10:00 AM+

Breakfast Club

Lassen Mineral Lodge Restaurant

Friday, November 14, 2025

6:00 PM Dinner / 7:00 PM Bingo

Mineral BINGO & Buffet Dinner

Lassen Mineral Lodge Restaurant

Dinner Optional with Fixed Price; Bingo is Free

Let's play BINGO! It's free and typically everyone wins at Mineral BINGO. Favors provided for those who arrive earliest. Plus, it's fun to bring prizes to share, too! Bring at 5:00 or drop off at Breakfast Club or mail to PO Box 66, Mineral, California 96063. Not sure what to send? Visit the Bingo Amazon wish list and when you buy prizes there, they will ship to Bingo headquarters in Mineral directly :). (Prize suggestions for the wish list welcomed, too.)

Saturday, November 15, 2025 8:00 PM

Shuffleboard at the Lodge

Lassen Mineral Lodge Restaurant Bar

Sunday, November 16, 2025 10:00 AM+

Breakfast Club

Lassen Mineral Lodge Restaurant

Wednesday, November 19, 2025 2:00 PM

Mineral Cards

Water District Building

Saturday, November 22, 2025 8:00 PM

Shuffleboard at the Lodge

Lassen Mineral Lodge Restaurant Bar

Sunday, November 23, 2025 10:00 AM+

Breakfast Club

Lassen Mineral Lodge Restaurant

Thursday, November 27, 2025 Noon - 7 PM

Thanksgiving Dinner

Lassen Mineral Lodge Restaurant

Reservations Starting at Noon

If you are in Mineral this Thanksgiving, we hope to see you at the Lodge for dinner and/or dessert. It's one of the most festive times of the year in town. Call the restaurant at (530) 595-4422 or stop by to make reservations. 

Friday, November 28, 2025 4:00 PM

Mineral Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting

The tradition is coming back!

Setup Starting 3:00 PM at School; End at Mineral Lodge for Tree Lighting

Hopefully you will be in Mineral during Thanksgiving weekend and participate in this tradition coming back to life in Mineral. Invite friends and family to join you in creating and entering a float or on-foot Thanksgiving or holiday themed costume and/or watch and cheer on the participants! Also, please take and share pictures and videos to commemorate this living history! Keep your eyes out for the Claus family...

Saturday, November 29 2025 8:00 PM

Shuffleboard at the Lodge

Lassen Mineral Lodge Restaurant Bar

Sunday, November 30, 2025 10:00 AM+

Breakfast Club

Lassen Mineral Lodge Restaurant

Wednesday, December 3, 2025 2:00 PM

Mineral Cards & Cookie Exchange

Water District Building, Mineral, California

It has become a festive tradition to do a cookie exchange each year at Mineral Cards. Bring cookies to share and plan to take a variety home! Come to play and eat and take home some sweet treats! 

Optionally, bring/drop off holiday gifts for up to 15 children age 4-10 at Plum Valley Elementary School.

Saturday, December 6, 2025 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Wreath Making Workshop

Location TBA

Famous for our beautiful trees, Mineral is adorned during the late Fall with natural wreaths. Join the wreath making workshop to make your own this year. Feel free to bring supplies, but they are also provided. No charge. Recently the annual workshop has been held at the Park HQ, but as the date approaches, the location will be posted on the website and on flyers once confirmed.

Saturday, December 6, 2025 8:00 PM

Shuffleboard at the Lodge

Lassen Mineral Lodge Restaurant Bar

Sunday, December 7, 2025 10:00 AM+

Breakfast Club

Lassen Mineral Lodge Restaurant

Saturday, December 13, 2025 8:00 PM

Shuffleboard at the Lodge

Lassen Mineral Lodge Restaurant Bar

Sunday, December 14, 2025 10:00 AM+

Breakfast Club

Lassen Mineral Lodge Restaurant

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 2:00 PM

Mineral Cards

Water District Building

Saturday, December 20, 2025 5:30 PM

Christmas Caroling

Meet at School Area & Caravan to Locations

Dress in traditional caroling garb or come as you are!

The voices of Mineral are the most beautiful when singing together at traditional Christmas Caroling. Depending on the weather, we will walk or drive (if icy) to locations throughout Mineral to sing songs. Lyrics will be provided. 

Saturday, December 20, 2025 8:00 PM

Shuffleboard at the Lodge

Lassen Mineral Lodge Restaurant Bar

Sunday, December 21, 2025 10:00 AM+

Breakfast Club

Lassen Mineral Lodge Restaurant

Thursday, December 25, 2025

Christmas in Mineral

Watch flyers around town for the latest activities.

Have activities to add to the calendar? Let us know!

Saturday, December 27, 2025 8:00 PM

Shuffleboard at the Lodge

Lassen Mineral Lodge Restaurant Bar

Sunday, December 28, 2025 10:00 AM+

Breakfast Club

Lassen Mineral Lodge Restaurant

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 2:00 PM

Mineral Cards

Water District Building

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 5:00 - 8:00 PM

Candlelight Dinner Party

Lassen Mineral Lodge Restaurant

Join together at the Lodge to say goodbye to 2025 on New Year's Eve before you head out to your late night parties.

Find the Latest Events and News at:

www.MINERALCALIFORNIA.com

Want to host a community or educational event in Mineral this Winter? Let us know what to add to the calendar. Submit events and news to mineralcalifornia@gmail.com