The 7th annual Witches & Warlocks Halloween Paddle is set for Saturday, Oct. 10 at 5 p.m. launching from the Bass Lake Marina in The Pines Village. For more information on this free event visit the Facebook page, “7th Annual Witches and Warlocks Paddle Bass Lake.”
Sierra Art Trails
Sierra Art Trails open studio tour continues Friday through Sunday, Oct. 9-11 in Eastern Madera and Mariposa Counties. Some 68 artists will welcome visitors into their homes, studios and local businesses. A $25 collectible catalog serves as a ticket for two to the entire event. Visit www.sierraarttrails.org for more information.
Chukchansi Powwow
The 2026 Chukchansi Powwow is set for Friday, Oct. 9 through Sunday, Oct. 11 at Chukchansi Gold Resort & Casino (711 Lucky Lane) in Coarsegold. For more information visit www.chukchansigold.com or email powwowinfo@chukchansigold.com.
Oakhurst Fall Festival
Sponsored by the Oakhurst Area Chamber of Commerce, the Oakhurst Fall Festival is set for Friday through Sunday, Oct. 9-11, at a new location. For the first time the festival will be held at the Oakhurst Community Center. Visit www.oakhurstchamber.com for more information.
Radium Girls at GCT
Inspired by a true story, “Radium Girls” is about women workers’ fight for justice after falling mysteriously ill while employed by the U.S. Radium Corporation. The play opens on Friday, Oct. 9 with shows every weekend through Nov. 1. For tickets and info visit www.goldenchaintheatre.org.
Master Food Preservers
Join the Master Food Preservers of Madera County on Friday, Oct. 16 at Sierra Senior Center (49111 Cinder Lane) in Oakhurst from 2-5 p.m. for a workshop where you’ll learn to make and take sourdough bread and sauerkraut. $20 per person, registration required. surveys.ucanr.edu/survey.cfm?surveynumber=49994
Mountain Artisans Market
Stop by Fresno Flats Historic Village and Park (49777 School Road) in Oakhurst on Saturday, Oct. 17 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. for Mountain Artisans Market with artists, crafters, organizations, nonprofits, musicians and other performers. The event is free to attend. Visit www.yosemitefoothills.org/mountainartisansmarket for more.
Pet Trunk or Treating
The 4th annual Howl-o-ween celebration is happening at Tractor Supply (40245 Highway 49) in Oakhurst on Saturday, Oct. 17 from 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. All furbabies are welcome. Photo booth, professional photography, Oakhurst Street Dogs and Dirty Sodas and Fanmar Tea Co. are among the attractions. All proceeds donated to local animal rescues.
Community Information Event on school bond measures
Community Information Events to inform the public on school bond measures will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 20 in the Rivergold Elementary MPR; on Wednesday, Oct. 21 in the Coarsegold Elementary MPR; and on Thursday, Oct. 22 in Yosemite High School’s cafeteria. All meetings begin at 5:30 p.m
HOW Dinner for Kathy Keefe
Supporters will gather at Sierra Senior Center in Oakhurst on Tuesday, Oct. 20 at 6 p.m. in honor of Kathy Keefe. Tickets must be purchased by Oct. 18 at noon. For more information visit mysosevent.com/events/oakhurstforkathykeefe.
Community Garden
Help make the Oakhurst Community Garden a reality on Friday, Oct. 23 at Sierra Senior Center (49111 Cinder Lane) in Oakhurst from noon to 1 p.m. before the Master Gardeners workshop. Sponsored by Sierra Senior Center.
Master Gardeners
Join the Master Gardeners of Madera County on Friday, Oct. 23 at Sierra Senior Center (49111 Cinder Lane) in Oakhurst from 1-2:30 p.m. for “Barn Owls in the Garden,” a free workshop open to the public taught by Rich Gilman.
Oakhurst Community Facelift
Meet at the Oakhurst Visitor Center on Highway 41 to set about for the 3rd annual Oakhurst Community Facelift on Saturday, Oct. 24 from 8 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. It’s inspired by the Yosemite Facelift founded by climber Ken Yager in 2004 — a day to roll up your sleeves and give back to places we love. For more information visit www.yosemitethisyear.com.
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