MADERA COUNTY—Madera County Schools Foundation and Madera County Superintendent of Schools are hosting the Madera County ArtsFest. It will take place at the office of Madera County Superintendent of Schools.   Organizers are inviting families to attend the 11th annual Madera County ArtsFest on Saturday, May 11 from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. This free event will promote art in Madera County ...

OAKHURST, CA—The Oakhurst Art and Wine Hop monthly celebration serves as a testament to Oakhurst’s commitment to fostering a vibrant arts scene. Oakhurst’s Art and Wine Hop creates memorable experiences for residents and visitors alike. The Oakhurst community invites art and wine enthusiasts to join the monthly celebration of creativity and craftsmanship at the Oakhurst Art & Wine Hop. The ...

Mother’s Day this year takes place on Sunday, May 12, and the mountain/foothill communities have tons to offer. You don’t even have to wait till Sunday to start celebrating. There’s a whole raft of activities starting on Friday and continuing clear through Sunday evening. Work your way from wineries in Madera up to dinner in Fish Camp. There’s literally something ...

YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK–This year’s Shakespeare in Yosemite production, A Midsummer Yosemite’s Dream, will be performed in the Curry Village Amphitheater. Performances will be Friday, April 26 (5 pm), Saturday, April 27 (noon and 5 pm), and April 28 (noon). A discovery in the Yosemite Archives of an unproduced 1934 production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream is inspiring this production. This ...

OAKHURST—In 2019 Vision Academy of the Arts (VAA) held its final Grand Night for the Arts prior to the Covid (and world) shutdown. When it became apparent that the world was not going to reopen any time soon, the organization went dormant. The Beginning Vision Academy of the Arts, breathed into life in 1994 by local legend and teacher Jackie ...

What makes us fall in love with a place? In truth, it could be many factors: Friendly people Vital businesses Mouthwatering restaurants Inviting shops Local entertainment Here in the mountain area of Madera County, we have them all plus more. One of the most intriguing features of a community often consists of its art on display. We are touched by ...

OAKHURST—Yosemite Renaissance 39 showcases works inspired by Yosemite National Park and the California Sierra Nevada region, by artists from across the country. For over 150 years, artists have played an important role in the establishment of our state and national parks. They encourage people to visit iconic natural sites, and to protect our parks, wild lands and natural resources. Yosemite ...

OAKHURST—The Golden Chain Theatre (GCT) kicks off its 2024 season (its 57th!) on Friday, March 22, 2024, with “Fiddler on the Roof.” Their most-loved production, last performed eight years ago, GCT calls it: “. . . The heart-warming story of the dairyman Tevye, his family and the village of Anatevka in 1905 Russia where faith and love inspire a generation.” ...

OAKHURST–Visions of Self is an annual art show for women produced by Yosemite Sierra Artists. It began in 2020 during lockdown, when the local arts organization was brainstorming new events they could produce online. Founders Wendy Denton and Jennifer Moss specifically wanted to do a show honoring female artists. They also wanted it to debut in March for Women’s History ...

OAKHURST—Time’s a-wastin’. Ladies, you’ve got just today and tomorrow to get your submissions in for the 4th Annual Visions of Self online art exhibition. The deadline to enter has been extended through February 1, 2024. Visions of Self is an international juried art exhibition for female artists. Last year’s show featured 100 pieces from nine countries and various parts of ...