Larry Townsend spotted this healthy coyote at Bass Lake on Sept. 7, saying, “It was aware of me but more interested in the ground squirrels.”
Farmers Market in Oakhurst
The Farmers Market at Bryant’s Ace Hardware (40596 Westlake Drive) in Oakhurst on Thursdays from 4-7 p.m. continues weekly through October.
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 runs 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.
Fur-baby 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.
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.
Information on school bond measures
Community Information Events to inform the public on school bond measures will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 21 in the Coarsegold Elementary MPR; on Tuesday, Oct. 20 in the Rivergold Elementary MPR; and on Thursday, Oct. 22 in Yosemite High School’s cafeteria. All meetings begin at 5:30 p.m
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.
Spooktacular Equine Obstacle Course
Come to the Old Town Arena (55420 Road 226) in North Fork for a fun fall day for horse and rider on Saturday, Oct. 24 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The donation is $40 per horse and rider to support future events. Obstacles for all levels. Bring a lunch and stay a while. Email oldtownarena@gmail.com for more info.
Seuss-tival Harvest Hullabaloo
Stop by Yosemite Lakes Community Church (43840 Patrick Avenue) in YLP on Friday, Oct. 30 from 5-8 p.m. for the Dr. Seuss-themed Harvest Hullabaloo. Admission is free for the event featuring a kids zone with bounce houses, face painting and more, trunk or treat, food, games and entertainment.
Trunk or Treat in Oakhurst
A Trunk or Treat is set for Saturday, Oct. 31 in the parking lot next to AutoZone in Oakhurst from 6-9 p.m. To set up a car for trunk-or-treat call Kim at (559) 760-3062 – they’re currently looking for more cars to join and make a fun and safe community event.
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