EMC HAPPENINGS

Free rides

The free Bass Lake Shoreline Shuttle and Oakhurst Trolley continue their seasonal runs. For schedules and more visit www.yosemitethisyear.com.

Open Mic

Open Mic in Oakhurst 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.

Yosemite Jazz Band

The Yosemite Jazz Band returns to the Pizza Factory (40120 Highway 41) in Oakhurst on Thursday evenings through September from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

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.

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

The historic Golden Chain Theatre (42130 Highway 41) in Oakhurst presents the musical, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat through Sept. 20 with shows on Friday and Saturday evenings and Sunday matinees. Visit www.goldenchaintheatre.org for tickets.

Refrigerator pickles and condiments

Join UC Master Food Preservers on Friday, Aug. 21 from 2-5 p.m. at Sierra Senior Center (49111 Cinder Lane) in Oakhurst for a workshop on making refrigerator pickles and condiments and preserving through refrigeration. Pre-registration is required. The cost is $20. Register at surveys.ucanr.edu/survey. cfm?surveynumber=49698.

Oakhurst Art & Wine Hop

Spend a summer evening discovering the best of the Sierra foothills at the Oakhurst Art & Wine Hop on Thursday, Aug. 20 from 5-8 p.m. For maps, participating locations, tickets and full event details visit www.OakhurstArtHop.com.

Ready, set, resilient!

Resources for Independence Central Valley is hosting a workshop on emergency preparedness, wildfire safety and Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) events at Sierra Senior Center (49111 Cinder Lane) in Oakhurst on Monday, Aug. 24 from 3-5 p.m.

Irrigate like a Master Gardener

Join UC Master Gardeners of Madera County at Sierra Senior Center (49111 Cinder Lane) in Oakhurst for a free workshop open to the public on Friday, Aug. 28 from 1-2:30 p.m. The topic is easy irrigation for healthy landscapes including drip systems, filtration and pressure regulation.

Kiwanis leadership training

Kiwanis Cal-Nev-Ha Division 5 Leaders 2026-2027 Leadership Training is set for Saturday, Aug. 29 at the ARC’s Lowen Achievement Center (4490 E. Ashland Ave) in Fresno from 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. Contact Ram Gurnani at kiwanis202627@yahoo.com for more information.

Mountain Mama clothing swap

The Mountain Mama Clothing Swap will take place on Saturday, Aug. 29 from 3-7 p.m. at the Coarsegold Community Center (35610 Highway 41), organized by Kristen Dutey. Donations will be accepted until Aug. 23. Families are invited to browse donated children’s clothing, shoes, toys, books and baby items completely free of charge. Local vendors, food and activities will be on hand for families to enjoy throughout the afternoon. DM Kristen on Facebook for details.

Oakchella Family Music Festival

The Oakhurst Community Center (39800 Road 425B) will host the Oakchella Family Music Festival sponsored by and with profits going to MY Club in Oakhurst on Saturday, Sept. 5 from noon to 9 p.m. For tickets and information visit www.mountainyouthclubs.org.

FOBL Library book sale

Friends of the Oakhurst Branch Library (FOBL) will host Saturday book sales at the library located at 49044 Civic Circle in Oakhurst, including Oct. 3 Sierra Art Trails Art & Craft Book Sale (10 a.m. – 3 p.m.), Nov. 7 Special Holiday Sale (9 a.m. – 2 p.m.) and Dec. 5 $10/bag (9 a.m. – 2 p.m.).

Dual Sport & Adventure Bike Ride

The nonprofit Stewards of the Sierra National Forest invite the community to participate in the 15th annual Dual Sport & Adventure Bike Ride and fundraiser dinner on Oct. 3-4 in Oakhurst. For more visit sotsnf.org.

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.