COARSEGOLD–Since the road to Yosemite (now called Highway 41) was completed in 1876, the rush of travelers coming through Coarsegold has done little to change this quiet village. For 144 years, Coarsegold has been known as a peaceful place to stop and rest while searching for gold.  Coarsegold Changes from Quiet to Bustling over a Weekend That all changes twice ...

MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES — The 2023 National Day of Prayer theme is “Pray Fervently in Righteousness” from James 5:16b: “The effective, fervent prayer of a righteous man avails much.” The National Day of Prayer has been celebrated annually in Eastern Madera County, at different churches, outdoor locations and in homes and was even live streamed during Covid. This year, there will ...

UPDATE — December 8th, 2022. The event has been rescheduled due to the winter storm expected to hit us this weekend. The Christmas Tree Lighting will now take place on December 17th from 3 pm to 7 pm.   COARSEGOLD — Get ready, everyone! There will be an awesome Christmas tree lighting, craft fair, AND chili cook-off this Saturday at ...

COARSEGOLD — The 25th Annual Tarantula Festival is coming to Coarsegold on Saturday, October 29, 2022! Food! Crafts! Prizes! Fun! Free Admission! Parking is only $2.00! Contest sign-ups begin at 10:30 a.m. Festival co-hosted by the Coarsegold Chamber of Commerce.  The Tarantula Festival will be featured on Small Town Big Deal! Check out smalltownbigdeal.com for more details! Don’t forget to ...

There’s a whole lot going on in Coarsegold and Madera County! Take a look, brought to you by the Coarsegold Chamber of Commerce! Meet the Coarsegold Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors!  President Laura Young, Vice President Elizabeth Romo, Secretary Chris Baker, Treasurer Melody Hilton, and Director Diane Boland. For more information, visit coarsegoldchamberofcommerce.com.             ...