Madera County Sheriff’s Office personnel are pictured on April 29, known as “National Denim Day,” a national campaign in support of survivors of sexual assault. Denim Day began after a 1990s-era court case in Italy where a rape conviction was overturned because the judges argued the victim’s tight jeans implied consent. In response, people began wearing denim as a visible protest against victim-blaming and harmful myths about sexual violence.
Open Mic
Open Mic in Oakhurst returns to the great outdoors at Queen’s Inn By the River beer garden and wine bar (41139 Highway 41) from 6:30 – 9 p.m. every Thursday. Hosted by Nicole and Terry Hoke – the event is free to attend and participate.
Gold Dust Dancers
Gold Dust Dancers will offer free beginner square dance classes on Wednesdays May 6 and 13 in the Pavilion Room at the Oakhurst Community Center from 6-7 p.m. May 13 is Fiesta Night. For more information call Richard at (559) 642-2705.
National Day of Prayer
Events in honor of the National Day of Prayer will take place on Thursday, May 7, from 9 a.m. on all day in Coarsegold, Oakhurst, Bass Lake, Raymond and North Fork. Visit the Facebook page, “National Day of Prayer 2026/Eastern Madera County or the website under “events” on www.nationaldayofprayer.org.
Yosemite Jazz Band
The Yosemite Jazz Band returns to the Pizza Factory (40120 Highway 41) in Oakhurst on Thursday evenings from May 7 through September from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Yosemite Half Marathon
The Yosemite Half Marathon returns to Eastern Madera County on Saturday, May 9. Shuttles start at 4 a.m. as participants are shuttled to the starting line. Drivers are urged to go slow and exercise extreme caution as there will be both cars and runners sharing the road.
Soroptimist Spring Tea, awards
Soroptimist International of the Sierras invites the community to their Women’s Awards and Spring Tea on Saturday, May 9 from 2 – 5 p.m. at the Oakhurst Community Center (39808 Road 425B) in Oakhurst. Tea party attire is encouraged.
Madera County Food Bank
The Madera County Food Bank distributes free food at the Oakhurst Community Center (39800 Road 425B in Oakhurst) usually on the second Thursday of each month from 10 a.m. to noon including May 14. For more information contact Mary Bowman at (559) 676-5637.
Farmers Market in Oakhurst
The Farmers Market returns to Bryant’s Ace Hardware (40596 Westlake Drive) in Oakhurst on Thursday, May 14 from 4-7 p.m. and continues weekly through October.
Kiwanis dinner fundraiser
Sierra Oakhurst Kiwanis plans a fundraising Chicken Dinner on Friday, May 15 at the Oakhurst Community Center from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. The dinner costs $15 and includes thighs, baked beans, potato salad and cookies. To pay by check or Zelle (no cash) contact Bill Mayhew at (559) 580-5813 via text or phone or email wmmayhew@gmail.com.
Oakhurst Yosemite Auto Show
The community is invited to the 4th annual Oakhurst Yosemite Auto Show on Saturday, May 16 in the parking lot at Napa Auto Parts (40322 Junction Drive) in Oakhurst from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event benefits local educators and students. For more information visit www.oakhurstyosemiteautoshow.com.
Mountain Artisans Market
Held on the third Saturday of each month, Mountain Artisans Market returns to Fresno Flats Historic Village and Park (49777 School Road) in Oakhurst on May 16 from 4-9 p.m.
Glorious Garden Tour
Madera Master Gardeners invite the community to the Glorious Garden Tour of gardens in Coarsegold and Oakhurst including a plant sale at Fresno Flats on Saturday, May 16. Tickets are available at area businesses including Western Sierra Nursery, Oakhurst Business Center and Market House Collective in Oakhurst and at Mountain Feed and Nursery and Oak Creek Mobile Home park in Coarsegold. $20 in advance and $25 the day of the event.
Oakhurst Community Concert Band
Mountain Christian Center (40299 Highway 49) in Oakhurst will host the Oakhurst Community Concert Band on Sunday, May 17 at 3 p.m. for a free Spring Concert.
Brown Bag Program
Madera County Food Bank and Sierra Senior Center offer the Brown Bag Program for a cost of $60 per year with funds going toward program expenses. There is no restriction on monthly income to qualify. Nutritious groceries will be distributed on May 19, June 16, July 21, Aug. 18, Sept. 15, Oct. 20, Nov. 17 and Dec. 15. To register or for more information contact Michelle Gallardo at the food bank at (559) 674-1482.
Helping One Woman Oakhurst
Helping One Woman (HOW) will gather on Tuesday, May 19 at the Oakhurst Community Center with doors opening at 5:30 p.m. to honor Georgia Kopel. The deadline to sign up at MySOSevent is May 14 at 11 a.m. For more information contact HOWOakhurst@helpingonewoman.org.
Memorial Day ceremonies
VFW Post 8743 and Marine Corps League Detachment 1121 invite the mountain communities to Memorial Day services on Monday, May 25. 7:30 a.m. – Oakhill Cemetery in Oakhurst, Avenue of the Flags community flag placement. 9 a.m. – Wassama Roundhouse/Indian Cemetery in Ahwahnee. 10 a.m. – Oakhill Cemetery Memorial Ceremony in Oakhurst. 11 a.m. – Picayune Cemetery Memorial Ceremony in Coarsegold. 1 p.m. – North Fork Cemetery Memorial Ceremony in North Fork.
Book Club
“Remarkably Bright Creatures” by Shelby Van Pelt is the book club pick organized by Fawn Gibson Morely for May 27 at 5 p.m. at the Oakhurst Branch Library (49044 Civic Circle) in Oakhurst.
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