Submitted by Doug Waltner NORTH FORK – The Grizzly Century Bike Run returns to the Sierra Vista Scenic Byway on Saturday, Oct. 5, from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. “The Griz” has become one of the premier rides in Central California. Great scenery, little traffic, and friendly service are among the attractions. The Grizzly Century began 21 years ago as ...

Submitted by Jon Bock OAKHURST — The community is invited to attend Sierra Art Trails (SAT) Preview Exhibit – Gala Reception and Annual Presentation of Awards on Saturday, Sept. 14, from 4 – 9 p.m. at Stellar Gallery. Guests can expect good food, good company, great music, and great art!

Submitted by Wendy Fisher OAKHURST — The current Helping One Woman (HOW) recipient is a well-known and greatly loved Ahwahnee wife of 15 years and mom of two beautiful girls, Tiffany Lynn Mumm. We are asking for your support of a wonderful program and a wonderful woman in our community, and requesting your attendance at the fundraiser on Wednesday, Sept. ...

Submitted by the artist Bob BoomerSierra Art Trails 2013 Catalog # 89 Coming from a long line of woodworkers and fine cabinetmakers, Bob Boomer’s own love of working in wood sprouted at a young age. He recalls carving figures in this medium as early as age twelve. Boomer went on to earn a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Industrial Technology, ...

Submitted by the artist Betty Berk Sierra Art Trails 2013 Catalog # 55 Art has been an integral part of my life since I can remember. As a child I was either making doll houses with furniture, paper sculptures, or drawing and painting. Now I participate in art competitions and exhibits and teach at Dinuba High, where I developed the ...

Submitted by the artist Anja Kos AlbostaSierra Art Trails 2013 Catalog # 67 Anja has been a designer and artist for over 30 years. Born in Munich, Germany, she now calls the Southern Yosemite area her home and will be showing her art together with Sonja D. Jamison. Anja paints in both oil on canvas and watercolor. Many of her ...

Submitted by Race Directors Carrie Waltner and Michelle Miller BASS LAKE — The first annual MyTri Youth Triathlon held at Miller’s Landing Resort was an incredible success. We hosted 104 tri-athletes, aged 5-17 years old, 78 volunteers, 300 spectators, and boasted 42 community sponsors.

NORTH FORK – If you have ever sung in a choir or have ever wanted to, now is the time. The renowned North Fork Community Choir is warming up for winter and they want you to join. “One of the things that’s awesome about this choir is that you don’t even have to audition,” says choir conductor Gina Clugston. “It’s ...

Submitted by Madera County Master Gardeners MADERA COUNTY – Madera County Master Gardeners will host several events for home gardeners in September. • For those of you attending the Madera District Fair (Sept. 5 to 8), Master Gardeners will be available in our booth to answer your gardening questions.

Submitted by Madera County Master Gardeners MADERA – Madera County Master Gardeners invite you to an informational meeting about how to become a Master Gardener on Thursday, Sept. 19, from 6 to 7:30 p.m., at the Madera Community College Center. Participants can meet Master Gardeners, learn about our public service activities, and obtain information about the four-month certification program which ...