BASS LAKE — On the Saturday following Thanksgiving, Bass Lake will transform into a holiday wonderland.  Therefore, offering locals and visitors a full day of festive activities.  This year’s celebration includes a lively float parade, photos with Santa, and a holiday craft fair.  Consequently, creating an inviting, family-friendly event with something for everyone. A Winter Wonderland at Pines Village Initially, ...

MOUNTAIN AREA —  Art lovers, mark those calendars!  The 2024 Sierra Art Trails Open Studio is set to take place over two weekends.  Visitors will have the unique opportunity to explore the vibrant art scene in Eastern Madera and Mariposa Counties.  This annual event invites guests to step into artists’ homes, studios, galleries, and local businesses to see where all ...

OAKHURST — This October, Oakhurst, California hosts “ARTober“, a month-long celebration of the town’s arts and cultures.  This year’s events offer something for everyone, from live music to scavenger hunts, the Sierra Art Trails Studio Tour and Oakhurst Fall Festival. FIND Art The Bear: Scavenger Hunt Comments 2828 Comments in moderation To begin, one of ARTober’s key attractions is the ...

MARIPOSA–The 18th Annual Art, Wine & Wheels event is a fundraising event for the Rotary Club of Mariposa Yosemite. It is also a fun gathering for residents and visitors to Mariposa County. We feature locally produced wines in conjunction with a variety of artwork created by regional artists. To add to the atmosphere, we present jazz music and a variety ...

Update: This is a friendly reminder that the deadline to apply for the Sierra Art Trails 2024 Open Studio Tour is quickly approaching on June 3rd, 2024. We encourage you to take advantage of this prestigious event celebrating 21 years of artistic excellence. MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES–The Call for Artists for the 21st Annual Sierra Art Trails Open Studio Tour is OPEN. ...

What makes us fall in love with a place? In truth, it could be many factors: Friendly people Vital businesses Mouthwatering restaurants Inviting shops Local entertainment Here in the mountain area of Madera County, we have them all plus more. One of the most intriguing features of a community often consists of its art on display. We are touched by ...

OAKHURST — Join us for some good old-timey fun as we check out the beautiful quilts made by local artists at the Sierra Mountain Quilters Association’s 2023 “Gateway to Yosemite” quilt show at the Oakhurst Community Center. There will be vendors, raffle baskets, a quilt raffle, and a silent auction. These quilt shows are always a heap of fun, so ...

MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES — Great news for art lovers! With everything from art classes with the Yosemite Conservancy to an art retrospective featuring Bonnie Bisbee to art demonstrations with renowned local artists, there’s something for everyone! Check out what’s going on! Art Classes with the Yosemite Conservancy Starts: May 01, 2023 Occurs: Every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday until ...

BASS LAKE — Looking for a one-of-a-kind decor or handmade gift? Look no further than the Pines Village Arts & Crafts Fair, held at Bass Lake! This event features a variety of local artists, small businesses, and vendors selling unique and custom items. Shop for jewelry, pottery, home decor, and much more. Whether you’re looking for a special souvenir or a unique ...

MADERA — The prestigious Yosemite Renaissance 37 exhibit has returned to the Madera County Arts Council at Circle Gallery! Their mission is “to motivate artists to develop diverse interpretations of Yosemite and its varied landscapes.” There are many excellent art pieces that you definitely won’t want to miss, so we’ll see you there! Each year Circle Gallery has themed exhibitions ...