Submitted by Mark Heliger We will be hosting a social gathering of many of the 21 artists that belong to Gallery Yosemite, and invite you to join us on Saturday, Aug. 24 at 11 a.m. at Sweetwater Steakhouse. We all are interested in connecting with our neighbors and letting them know that if they want to find some really great ...

OAKHURST – There were lots of smiles and hugs all around as winners of the Smokey Bear Coloring Contest gathered to collect their prizes and pose for a photo with the famous forest denizen himself. Over 40 kids from age 4 to 12, brought their artistic talents to “bear” during the 21st annual competition, co-sponsored by Sierra Tel and Cal ...

Submitted by Brittany Dyer OAKHURST – Sustainable Forests and Communities Collaborative is a group comprised of a diverse range of stakeholders from throughout Madera, Mariposa, Fresno and Tulare Counties with a common interest in the ecological, economic and cultural health of the Sierra Nevada. They are inviting residents, agencies and organizations to join their ranks, and attend their next gathering.

OAKHURST – Get your hot rods ready! It’s time for the 11th annual Run for the Gold Classic Car Show on Friday and Saturday, Sept. 6 – 7 at the Oakhurst Community Center. The event is sponsored by the Sierra-Oakhurst Kiwanis Club, and proceeds from the show allow for mini grants to local public schools.

BASS LAKE – Now is the time to make your reservations for a terrific evening event that’s probably going to sell out early. It’s the 4th annual Restaurant Take-Over of Ducey’s on the Lake set for Sunday, Sept. 22. The night opens with a no-host bar and a lively $1 per ticket raffle beginning at 5:30 p.m. The dinner to ...

MODESTO – It’s estimated that one out of every eight people takes part in some kind of self-injury, and it’s even more common among people with mental illness. The most pervasive method of self-harm is “cutting.” Each person’s symptoms, causes and risk factors are different, though it may be possible to understand more about this painful problem one person at ...

OAKHURST — Women in the mountain area will meet once again to elevate one of our own, as the local chapter of Helping One Woman (HOW) gathers at El Cid Mexican Cuisine on Wednesday, Aug. 21, at 6 p.m. Reservations are requested. HOW’s mission is to “help a woman in her time of need and loss,” by reaching out to ...

Submitted by Ed Bailey …..to dance with some fine ladies at the Elks Lodge in Oakhurst, OAKHURST – Our next monthly dance is coming up on Sept. 13, and we need to recruit some ballroom dancers, beginners or advanced, of the male persuasion. Can you help? Hey guys! Some ladies are looking for dance partners. We need you to step ...

OAKHURST – The Golden Chain Theatre is holding auditions for their fall drama, “Jack the Ripper,” on Monday and Tuesday, Aug 12 and 13, at 7 p.m. The play will be directed by Jason Turner, and will run the last three weekends of October. The cast is very large in size, and producers are looking for a wide variety of ...

OAKHURST – A fire burning along John West Road this afternoon caused the road to be closed for about six hours as over 200 fire personnel, along with their engines, crew buggies, water tenders and dozer transport trailers blocked both lanes. The fire was reported at 1:34 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 11, burning in grass, brush and trees on the ...