COARSEGOLD – The stage was set, both figuratively and literally, as about 300 people came and went outside Yosemite Lakes Community Church for a day-long celebration of those who have served in the United States armed forces. Known as a Veterans Stand Down, the event was organized by Caring Veterans of America, with the help of many along the way.

BASS LAKE – The Pines Village will be filled with classic cars, hot rods and plenty of vendor’s booths for an inaugural event taking place this weekend. The first ever Bass Lake Hot Rod and Classic Car Show takes place Saturday, Aug. 24, from 1 to 7 pm. There will be dozens of drivable works of art on display throughout ...

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 – The Bass Lake Lions Club have announced their 8th Annual Bass Lake Home Tour on Saturday, Sept. 14, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The annual tour showcases some of the unique and impressive homes that have been built around the popular resort destination located just a short distance from Yosemite National Park.

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 ...

NORTH FORK – Come on out to the ball game on Saturday, Aug. 31, for “North Fork Chamber Night at Chukchansi Park.” Our very own Good Medicine will be performing the national anthem. North Fork fans will receive special discounted tickets, and local businesses have the opportunity to promote their company in front of thousands of fans.

NORTH FORK – Congressman Tom McClintock will be the speaker at a Town Hall style meeting sponsored by the North Fork Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday, Aug. 28, at the North Fork Rancheria Community Center from 2 to 3 p.m. Issues of concern that the congressman will be addressing include the yellow-legged frog and Yosemite toad, proper management of the ...

COARSEGOLD – All veterans and their families are invited to a very special Veterans’ Stand Down on Saturday, Aug. 17 from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Yosemite Lakes Community Church. Organizers including Commander Terry Cole encourage any and all veterans to stop by for free services throughout the day, including refreshments, music and entertainment, all sponsored by Caring Veterans ...

At the annual Gravenstein Apple Fair in Sebastapol. Outstanding displays, music, apple oriented food, and family fun in a beautiful country park. We spent hours listening to Poor Man’s Whiskey and a Zydeko band. Bought a huge bag of just picked gravensteins for $5.00 even though we have our own apple tree at home. Next week it’s to the Cotati ...

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 ...