FRESNO STATE — Three alumni authors from Fresno State’s Master of Fine Arts program in creative writing published their debut books in 2022. In total, 22 alumni from the program — which offers advanced training in the writing of poetry, fiction and creative nonfiction — have now published their debut books in the past seven years. “It’s an exciting time ...
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The Mariposa Yosemite Symphony Orchestra Returns!
MARIPOSA — The Mariposa Yosemite Symphony Orchestra (MYSO), formerly the Mariposa Symphony Orchestra, returns to live public performances this April, following a three-year hiatus due to the COVID pandemic. The concerts (specific April weekend to be announced) will be offered as a 7 p.m. Saturday evening event in the Fiester Auditorium at Mariposa County High School, and a Sunday matinee ...
Read More »Celebrate NYE with Mercy & The Heartbeats at Tenaya Royale
FISH CAMP — It will be your license to thrill when you join us on Saturday, December 31st, for the lavish Tenaya Royale New Year’s Eve celebration! Revel in the spectacular Yosemite region in a scene right out of a spy film, with casino games, great food and drink, live entertainment from Mercy & The Heartbeats, dancing, and more! Doors open ...
Read More »Celebrate New Years Eve With DJ Mark at The Pines Resort
BASS LAKE — Come celebrate New Year’s Eve in style at The Pines Resort with a fun and fireworks-filled party in the Lakeview Room! Enjoy a variety of music by DJ Mark, digital photo booth, party favors and snacks, and festive decor. At midnight, raise a toast to a New Year with a complimentary glass of champagne and enjoy the fireworks ...
Read More »Cedar Dobson to Perform Live at Yosemite Gateway Art Center
OAKHURST — Home for the holidays, local musician and composer Cedar Dobson is using this opportunity to release her album in the USA at Yosemite Gateway Art Center. Cedar will perform a selection of music from her new album and present a history of her musical journey. Visit with Cedar on Friday, December 30, from noon to 6 p.m. There ...
Read More »Happening Today! Community Meal & Winter Solstice
OAKHURST — Two awesome events are happening today in Oakhurst, and if you hurry, you might even be able to make both of them! First is the community meal at New Community United Methodist Church. Next up is the 2nd Annual Winter Solstice Celebration at Metta Yosemite. See below for more details! Community Meal at New Community United Methodist Church ...
Read More »Christmas Workshops for Cookies, Gingerbread Houses, & More!
MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES — Christmas is right around the corner and that means it’s time to start decorating cookies, building gingerbread houses, and making those super-cute cork Christmas trees! Check out these great workshops from Tenaya Lodge and Idle Hour Winery! Gingerbread House Decorating Workshop at Tenaya Lodge December 21st & 23rd 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Gingerbread House Decorating ...
Read More »Christmas is Coming to Fresno Flats Historic Village & Park
OAKHURST — Come join the Fresno Flats Historic Village and Park and their mountain artisans as they celebrate Christmas with a variety of exciting events and activities! Saturday, December 17, 2022 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Check out what’s going on! Interactive Stories Children’s Crafts Food & Drink – Vending Pictures with Santa Live Music Holiday Shopping Additional participation by ...
Read More »Christmas Tree Lighting, Craft Fair, and Chili Cook Off
UPDATE — December 8th, 2022. The event has been rescheduled due to the winter storm expected to hit us this weekend. The Christmas Tree Lighting will now take place on December 17th from 3 pm to 7 pm. COARSEGOLD — Get ready, everyone! There will be an awesome Christmas tree lighting, craft fair, AND chili cook-off this Saturday at ...
Read More »2022 Christmas Boutique Coming to the Sierra Senior Center
OAKHURST — The Sierra Senior Center in Oakhurst presents their 2022 Christmas Boutique on Sunday, November 27, from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Come join in the holiday fun featuring local artists and artisans! Tables are available for only $20 each. You can RSVP at oakhurstsierraseniorcenter@gmail.com or by calling 559-658-2200. Check out some of the items you can find at the ...
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