About 10 months ago a dream was born. Robin Ralston, music presenter and host of the Coolwater Concerts house concert series in Ahwahnee since 2007, mentioned she’d like to do something to support the completion of the Eastern Madera County SPCA animal shelter. She asked musician Bob Kaspar if he’d consider doing a benefit concert. Despite some misgivings, he agreed. ...

NORTH FORK — One of the most delectable events of the season is fast approaching as the North Fork Women’s Club invites the community to its Chili Cook-Off and Pie & Cake Bake-Off on Saturday, Oct. 13, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Bandit Town. Chili tasting for the public is just $5, and all proceeds go to the ...