MERCED — The UC Master Food Preservers of Mariposa County (serving Mariposa, Merced, Madera and Fresno Counties) will be holding a workshop, “Basics of Fermenting and Pickling” in Merced at the UC Cooperative Extension office on October 22 from 9 a.m. to noon. Registration is required and is available online. Interested parties may also call 209-966-2417 for more information. This is ...

NORTH FORK — The North Fork Women’s Club will be holding their annual Chili Cook-Off on Saturday, October 8, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Bandit Town in North Fork. See map below. And of course there will be the pie and cake bake-off, too! Event admission is free and if you want to try all the great chili, ...

OAKHURST — If you’ve never experienced the “vibes” in person, you have to check it out. Crystal sound bowls (sometimes called singing bowls) awaken the energy centers in your body to create calm, peace, and is known to help alleviate pain and depression. Try this weekly experience that guides you through a sound-filled meditation with beautiful vibrations! Only $15 per ...

Oakhurst Area Chamber of Commerce Business Spotlight COARSEGOLD, CA. — Owner Ed Tuggy started Sierra Translation Services in 1996 when he was living in Angels Camp, Calaveras County. But he put it on the back burner soon to take a full-time job here in Ahwahnee and provide for his growing family. He resumed operations in late 2020 after being laid off from ...

OAKHURST — On Saturday, September 17th the Mountain Artisan Market had one of its most prosperous days since its inception in the Spring of 2020; setting up in conjunction with the Fresno Flats Historical Society at the Fresno Flats Historical Museum in Oakhurst CA, just off School Road.  Several resident volunteers for the society were present to give tours of ...

MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES — Over the years, Peter White has maintained a reputation as one of the most versatile and prolific acoustic guitarists on the contemporary jazz landscape. Limited tickets are available for these three-hour events that start on September 25th at 3 p.m. Armed with an unparalleled combination of lyricism and energy, he combines elements of jazz, pop and classical ...

Oakhurst Area Chamber of Commerce Business  Spotlight: New Ownership for Deli Delicious OAKHURST, CA —The Schooley family assumed ownership of the Oakhurst Deli Delicious on April 1, 2022. Recently they became members of the Oakhurst Area Chamber of Commerce. I asked Jordan a few questions about what he envisions for the business. Do you have a restaurant/food service background? Retail and Grocery ...

AHWAHNEE — There will be a free BBQ for all veterans and their families this Saturday, September 24, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., hosted by The Grove Church in Ahwahnee, located at 42461 Highway 49. For questions please call 559-683-7911 or reach out to them on Facebook. The History of BBQ: A Guide to America’s Favorite Food There’s something ...

Chukchansi Gold’s Vintage Steakhouse Earns Wine Spectator Restaurant Award Of Excellence For Third Consecutive Year COARSEGOLD — For the third consecutive year, Vintage Steakhouse at Chukchansi Gold has earned a Wine Spectator Restaurant Award of Excellence, ranking it amongst the world’s best places to enjoy wine. Chukchansi’s Vintage Steakhouse is a one-of-a-kind culinary destination delivering incredible cuisine, charm and service that ...

Fresno Flats Historic Village and Park presents Heritage Day on September 17th, 2022. Check out all of the Amazing things we are planning. Be sure to bring the kids out for lots of fun and plenty of shopping and food for the adults too! Support your community! See you soon!