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Ready To Talk To Santa And Mrs. Claus?

MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES–It’s that time of year when children dream of what presents they will find under the tree on Christmas morning. First things first, however, your children can call the North Pole to tell Santa their Christmas Wishes. Each year, as a public service to their customers and friends, Sierra Tel connects children’s calls to the North Pole so they ...

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Have A Holly Jolly Weekend

MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES–Holiday fun awaits you and your family this weekend with several local events scheduled. You can bring your kids out to breakfast with Santa, donate some toys for tots and enjoy the lighting of the town Christmas tree while caroling and enjoying some holiday treats. ALL IN ONE DAY! Breakfast and Photos with Santa   Sponsored by – Sierra Oakhurst Kiwanis, ...

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Eat, Drink & Be Merry in Madera County This Winter

Image of Yosemite in winter.

MADERA COUNTY — Welcome to Madera County, the southern entrance to Yosemite National Park. A fun-filled region of outdoor adventures, wine tasting, fishing, historic museums, and that is just the tip of the iceberg. Bass Lake is a family vacation must, with something to entertain everyone. Discover fishing, hiking, biking trails, wakeboarding, kayaking, paddle boarding, camping, you name it! Whether you’re ...

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Be Santa To A Senior

OAKHURST–The California Highway Patrol (CHP) Oakhurst Area is coordinating “Be A Santa to a Senior” for local seniors who are residents at Oakhurst Healthcare and Wellness, Oakhurst Board and Care, and John C. Fremont Long Term Care facilities. Drop-off locations are located throughout the area to collect socks, games, decks of cards, dominos, books, calendars, coloring books, pens, pencils, highlighters, ...

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Scouts Help Out With Opening Ceremonies at Elks’ Dinner

Image of Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts at the Elks' Veterans Day dinner.

OAKHURST — Oakhurst Boy Scout Troop 316 and Girl Scout Troop were at the Oakhurst Elks’ Veterans Day Dinner helping out with the opening ceremonies. The event was fabulous! A spaghetti dinner with meat or vegetarian sauce, salad, and dessert left everyone with a happy belly. A large raffle with some very cool baskets and other items, such as a very ...

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Fresno Flats, Boys & Girls Club Present Christmas Faire

OAKHURST–Fresno Flats Historical Village and Park and the Oakhurst Boys & Girls Club round out their collaborations during 2021 with a Christmas Finale, to take place at the village on Saturday, December 18 from 10 am to 3 pm. The event also brings together many of the groups who have worked side-by-side with Fresno Flats during 2021. There will be ...

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The Week’s Events – Mon., Dec. 6 – Sun., Dec. 12

OAKHURST–We’re in the thick of holiday celebrations now, with themed events occurring almost daily. Christmas events are marked in red. Do you know of events happening in our area (Eastern Madera County to Madera and northward to Fish Camp) that aren’t listed? Please let me know. I want to feature all events of interest to our residents and visitors. Email ...

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A Month of Christmas with a Bit of New Year’s Eve

OAKHURST–***UPDATED 12/15/2021*** Holiday festivities abound all over the mountain area. Below is a sampling of what’s available. If you don’t see something that grabs your fancy, keep checking back. This article will be updated as new information comes across the desk. The Grove Presents Community of Lights  Friday, December 10 and Saturday, December 11 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm The ...

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Friends & Family to Gather for Oakhurst Outpouring

OAKHURST — It’s an Oakhurst tradition of almost 15 years that didn’t happen in 2020 because of the shutdown. But it’s back in business for 2021, for what will now be the twelfth annual Oakhurst Outpouring. Come for a huge family gathering (because everyone there is family, whether blood-related or not) and revel in friends, food, and fun. The Outpouring ...

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Christmas Tree Lighting and Bake-Off in North Fork

NORTH FORK – Please join us for this annual community event on Friday, Dec.  6, from 4 – 6 p.m. in downtown North Fork, as we set the holiday season aglow with the lighting of our living pine Christmas Tree, along with the 2nd annual Bake-Off! This year promises to be better than ever as jumbo ornaments, provided by the ...

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