MARIPOSA — Music on the Green will feature two of Mariposa’s favorite local bands on June 30 and July 1. On Friday, June 30, husband and wife duo The Jespersons return to the Green. Jared Jesperson is a multi-instrumentalist, mainly playing guitar with the group and Kaye Jesperson plays cello bass and is the lead vocalist and songwriter. On Saturday, ...

MARIPOSA — The Mariposa Yosemite Symphony Orchestra’s free “Independence Day Spectacular!” The concert will be held in Yosemite National Park on Saturday, July 1, at 7 PM on the Great Lawn of the Wawona Hotel. The concert will be led by Founding Music Director/Conductor Les Marsden, who has programmed a salute to great American film music ranging from the 1940s ...

MARIPOSA — On Friday, June 23, Music on the Green will feature DK and the Ritz, a blend of old favorites from the 1940s through the soft sounds of folk rock. Based on vocal harmonies and sweetly played piano and acoustic guitar music, DK and the Ritz brings back our favorite memories in music. With the soft powerful vocals of ...

SHAVER LAKE — Break out your hiking boots, everyone! Jim Gregory, a fourth-generation cabin owner at Camp Sierra, will be leading the parade from Camp Sierra to Big Creek Canyon along the Potholes Trail. The hike starts at the parking area of Camp Sierra and to the right of Abednego Cabin. The trail meanders down to the bottom of the ...

OAKHURST — Kick off the summer with some family fun! Come join the party at Oakhurst Community Park this Saturday for a fun-filled day of crafts, activities, giveaways, entertainment, and music! It’s going to a lot of fun for the entire family, so don’t miss out! Date & Time: Saturday, June 3, 2023, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. For ...

OAKHURST — There’s a lot more to being a Girl Scout than just selling cookies. It’s also about making new friends and having exciting adventures. This Saturday, Girl Scout Troop 4049 will be holding an open troop event at Oakhurst Community Park. There’ll be crafts, snacks, games, and lots and lots of fun, so we’ll see you there! Date & ...

SHAVER LAKE — It’ll be full steam ahead at the Museum of the Sierra this Sunday as the Sierra Steamers offer a free demonstration of a 1905 Dolbeer Steam Donkey, along with a dedication to Patrick Emmert. Bring the kids and let them blow the whistle! After that there will be a live demonstration of their Redinger Powerhouse, the only fully ...

MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES — With the strong storms and heavy snow over the past few months, some forest areas and sites are closed due to lingering snowpack, flooding or road damage. Crews are using all available resources to get these areas open and safe for the public to enjoy. “With the record precipitation we expect to be busy at our national ...

RAYMOND — Great news, everyone! There will be a chili cookoff at Pat’s Park in Raymond this weekend! This year’s proceeds will be used for repairs and maintenance of the Wilma Moe Ball Field to ensure it is available for future community events. There will be a cash prize for 1st place and awards for 2nd and 3rd place finishes. ...

OAKHURST — Every Saturday evening this summer, come and enjoy live music by the river at Queen’s Inn by the River! This Saturday, Square One will be bringing their own unique mixture of rock, blues, R & B, and jazz to Oakhurst. It’s going to be a great time so we’ll see you there! Date & Time: Saturday, May 13, ...