Covering Yosemite National Park, Mariposa County, Eastern Madera County,
Tuolumne County and Calaveras County
Official Yosemite Guide:
August 28 - October 1, 2019
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Mariposa County
Sunday Breakfast Dates for 2019:
October 13, November 10, December 8
BINGO First Friday of Every Month
See you at BINGO!
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Mariposa Farmer's Market
Every Wednesday thru the end of October
For more information visit Mariposa Farmer's Market on Facebook
Mariposa County Supervisor Kevin Cann
to Discuss Fire Insurance Emergency
on Saturday, September 14
...Supervisor Kevin Cann has been appointed to the committee to
represent Mariposa County. He will give a talk about the crisis
on Saturday, September 14, at the Miners Inn at 9:30 A.M.
If you want to order breakfast for yourself or be sure to get a good seat,
please be there by 9:00 A.M. Bring your questions for this lively discussion.
Progressive Mariposa’s next General Meeting will be held at the
Mariposa Library Community Room (aka “Merle’s Room”) at 4978 10th St.
The meeting will begin at 10:00 A.M. on Sunday, September 15...
Mariposa County Arts Council
F/STOP Photography Exhibition Open
This exhibition will run at the Treetop Gallery from
August 15 - October 20
Yosemite Theater presents:
John Muir's Wild Mountain Adventures
Shows every Thursday at 7:00 p.m., through October 10
Follow John Muir on his journeys through the western wilderness.
Yosemite storyteller Brian Shoor transfixes audiences with a
colorful tale of Yosemite Valley in the late 1880s.
School in Yosemite's Stagecoach Days
Shows on select dates at 7:00 p.m., through October 22
Select Dates:
September 17, September 22, September 23,
October 1, October 8, October 15, October 17, and October 22.
Journey back in time to Yosemite’s adventurous and daring era of stagecoach travel.
World-renowned rock climber Ron Kauk shares stories of his incredible
adventures in this film at Yosemite Theater in Yosemite Valley
Return to Balance: A Climber’s Journey
7:00 p.m., doors open at 6:45 p.m.
Admission: $10 Adults, Children 12 or under are Free
See Yosemite from a rock-climber’s perspective in this award-winning documentary,
which was also showcased on PBS. Renowned Yosemite climber Ron Kauk,
featured in the film, will share his unique view of the vertical world and reveal
insights into climbing as a way of life to connect with the natural world.
Learn more about one of Yosemite’s most popular sports at the Yosemite Theater.
Film and Live Q&A Session ~ Shows on select dates at 7:00 P.M.:
- Saturdays through October 26
(except September 28 and October 12)
- Wednesday, October 23
- Thursday, October 24
Adult Tickets $10 – Tickets for Children FREE under 12 years of age
Shelton Johnson as a Buffalo Soldier
Yosemite Through the Eyes of a Buffalo Soldier
on Sunday, October 6 at 7:00 p.m.
Yosemite National Park ranger Shelton Johnson
portrays the life of a Buffalo Soldier in Yosemite.
Visit Yosemite Theater website for information and tickets
Enjoy theater performances and films inspired by Yosemite! After a day filled
with exploring, relax and take in a show at the Yosemite Theater.
April through October, the Yosemite Theater presents a variety of experiences,
including plays based on some of the park’s most colorful characters, inspiring films,
and celebrations of Yosemite’s culture and history.
If online tickets are sold out, a small number of tickets may still be available
to purchase in person. Please visit any Yosemite Hospitality Tour Desk or the
Yosemite Valley Visitor Center Bookstore.
All sales are final. No refunds will be given unless a show is cancelled.
Adults: $10 / Children (12 or under): FREE
Proceeds from Yosemite Conservancy's theater ticket sales go to support Yosemite National Park.
Growing Up in Yosemite:
The Spirited Life of Florence Hutchings
Shows every Friday at 7:00 P.M., September 6 – October 25
(Except on September 27)
Adult Tickets $10 – Tickets for Children FREE under 12 years of age
What was life like for a child raised in Yosemite in the 19th century?
Meet Florence Hutchings. Born in Yosemite Valley in 1864 to hotel
entrepreneur James Mason Hutchings, “Flo” was an adventurous,
spirited girl who rebelled against powerful cultural forces pushing her
toward femininity. Instead of skirts, sewing and dolls, she embraced
trousers, horseback riding and her wild surroundings.
Yosemite Theater, Valley Visitor Center
Visit Yosemite Theater website for information and tickets
Many Ways to Help Support
the SPCA of Mariposa County
Summer Hours
Tuesday through Saturday
Yard Sale: 8:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M.
“Please Spay and Neuter Your Pets”
Mention above AD for a Discount
Free coffee every Saturday morning when you shop at the SPCA Yard Sale.
Go into the shelter office and enjoy a cup!
You can help the shelter animals by donating items to the “forever” yard sale located at the shelter.
For drop off, items must be in working condition, and clothes must be clean.
Located at 5599 Highway 49 North just before the county recycling center.
Every day, folks drop off really cool stuff and we offer them for sale at bargain prices.
So, come by and shop till you drop!
This is a real shopper’s paradise! For more info call the shelter at (209) 966-5275.
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Bass Lake Farmer's Market
Every Wednesday thru September 25th
The Pines Resort, Bass Lake, 54432 Road 432, Bass Lake
Every Thursday thru September 26
Visit the farmers market on Facebook for more information
True Value Homecenter, 40596 Westlake Dr/Hwy 49, Oakhurst
Friday, September 13
11:00 A.M. - 9:00 P.M.
For more information visit Facebook
7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Join Yosemite Wine Tails for live music every Friday night.
Amazing local talent, anyone can join! Must be 21+ to attend.
Live Music by the River at Queen's Wine Bar & Beer Garden will
feature live music from Rio Bravo on Saturday, September 14th.
The bar opens at 4:00 P.M. and music will begin at 6:30 P.M.
Our bar features a large selection of quality wine and beer from around the world.
No outside beverages permitted. 21+ only please.
For more information visit Facebook
Visit website for more information
Saturday, September 14
Starting at 9:00 P.M.
Visit Facebook for more information
Coarsegold Rodeo Grounds, 44777 Rodeo Grounds Lane, Coarsegold
Sierra Art Trails Preview Exhibit
Preview Exhibit at Stellar Gallery - September 7th - October 6th
Gala Reception at Stellar Gallery - September 14th ~ 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Yosemite Foothills Open Studio Tour - October 4th - 6th ~ 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
* $20 Catalog/Map admits two - catalog available at select retail locations,
order by phone (559) 658-8844 or online at www.sierraarttrails.org
Sunday, September 15
10:00 A.M.
Honoring our Veterans and Police/Fire/First Responders along with Valley
Children’s patients. FREE boating, fun, food, tubing, activities, fishing, BBQ and more.
This entire day is on us, so come down, relax, and let loose!
Bass Lake Boat Rentals, 54406 Road 432, Bass Lake
Sunday, September 15
Food & Drink at 6:00 P.M., Concert Starts at 7:30 P.M.
For more information and to purchase tickets visit website
Sunday, September 15
10:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M.
Bodhi Oak Zen Sangha is led by Rev. Myogo Mary-Allen Macneil, a Zen priest in the
lineage of Shunryu Suzuki Roshi, the founder of San Francisco Zen Center.
Sunday Meditation session consists of two 25-minute periods of sitting meditation split
by 10 minutes of walking meditation, service, dharma talk, and tea.
Both beginning and experienced meditators are welcome. Meditation instruction is available.
Donations are gratefully accepted but not required.
For further information: www.facebook.com/bodhioakzen mamacneil@sti.net (559) 642-7470
Calaveras County Visitors Bureau
Tuolumne County/ Sonora/ Groveland