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Fri, Sep 03		Summer-Bash Bass Lake Watersports presents Summer Bash every Friday through Labor Day from 6-9 pm. There will be music, dancing, free Bass Lake Queen boat rides. Start your summer with a bash on the lake and a great time. Bring the kids to this fun, family-friendly event. Free admission and prizes. Call (559) 642-3200 for more information.
Sun, Sep 05		Racing at the Chowchilla Speedway LunkerDaddy Tri -Holiday Classic Dirt Series Round #3 Championship Race / Crate Late Models, Western Modifieds, Super Streets, Hobby Stocks (Two Track Challenge), 4-Bangers (Two Track Challenge), Spec Sprints Visit www.racechowchilla.com for more information.
Sun, Sep 05		Fish Camp Fire and Rescue Association Barbecue ANNUAL FISH CAMP FIRE RESCUE FUNDRAISER SET FOR SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 BBQ, LIVE AUCTION & RAFFLE The Annual Fish Camp Fire Rescue Association Barbeque and Auction will be held Sunday, September 5, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Camp Green Meadows in Fish Camp. Fish Camp Fire Rescue and U.S. Forest Service engines will be available (pending calls to current fires) to explore. The kids will love climbing inside the engine. Lunch will be served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and will include tri-tip, chicken, bean, coleslaw, bread and dessert. Meal tickets (including dessert) are $10 each. The live auction and raffle will be held from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Auction items will include home decor, fire safety and household maintenance supplies. Raffle tickets are $20 per book of 20, with multiple chances to win gift certificates to restaurants, retail, lodging and recreational activities in the Fish Camp/Oakhurst region. Camp Green Meadows is located in Fish Camp, just north of the General Store and Pond. Look for the yellow sign for White Chief Mountain Lodge on the right side of the road. Make a sharp right at the sign and continue up the hill, following the signs for the BBQ until you reach Camp Green Meadows. Camping Information For information on nearby Sierra National Forest campgrounds, visit www.fs.fed.us. Look at the campgrounds under Sky Ranch Road, Sierra Vista Scenic Byway and South of Yosemite. About Camp Green Meadows Jack L. Boyd Outdoor School is a week-long residential outdoor science and environmental education program for 5th and 6th grade students from schools throughout Central California. The Green Meadows facility is at the edge of Yosemite Park and also serves as a conference and retreat center.
Fri, Sep 10 -- Sat, Sep 11		8th Annual Run for the Gold Car Show Friday Night Oakhurst Lodge 2-7 PM Registration and Check in for Pre-Registered Cars 6 PM Kick Off Party Cruise in: enjoy a BBQ dinner and Rock 'Roll/Oldies Music Saturday Car Show "on the Grass" at the Oakhurst Community Center Gates open 7:00 AM Rock 'n Roll/Oldies Music, Goodie Bags, Dash Plaques, Raffles, Food, Fun, fun, fun Cash Prizes for "Best of Show, Kiwanis Choice and Best Hot Rod" Winners will be featured in the 2011 Car Show Promotion Over 50 Additional Class Special Awards Register Now! We are limited to 100 vehicles "on the lawn" Additional parking on asphalt will also be available Show proceeds benefit local public elementary schools Thank you! Sierra-Oakhurst Kiwanis Club "A Community Event" Antique Farm Equipment Gas Engines Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast, Craft Vendors "Swappers" of Car Related items and "Craft Vendors" of all interests wanted! Contact: Harvey 559-642-8236 Host Motel: Oakhurst Lodge, 559-683-4417, www.oklodge.com Yosemite Sierra Visitors Bureau, 559-683-4636, wvvvv.vosemitethisyear.com Oakhurst Chamber of Commerce, 559-683-7736, www.oakhurstchamber.com Sierra-Oakhurst Kiwanis Club, www.oakhurstkiwanis.org For more Car Show information contact: Tony Krizan 559-642-6870
Sat, Sep 11		Bass Lake Home Tour Several gracious families in the Bass Lake community have opened their wonderful homes for us to view. Join us on Saturday, September 11th, 2010 10 am to 3 pm Presented by The Bass Lake Lions Club and Bass Lake Realty Tickets $20 per person (Adults only) in advance or $25 per person the day of the event Price includes a delicious lunch prepared and served by the Bass Lake Lions Club from 11:00 am ? 2:00 pm in the Pines Village Tickets in advance available at Bass Lake Realty offices or from Bass Lake Lions Club members or by calling 642-3600 For more information: www.BassLakeHomeTour.com Location Self Guided tour begins in the Pines Village 10 am to 3 pm outside the Bass Lake Realty office Proceeds will benefit the Yosemite High School Music Department
Sat, Sep 11		Racing at the Chowchilla Speedway 9/11 Race Presented by Coors Light / Super Stocks, Hobby Stocks, 4-Bangers, Western Mods, BCRA Midget Lites, Valley Sportsman Visit www.racehowchilla.com for more information.
Sun, Sep 12		Sunday Concerts at Lion's Town and Country Park - Madera Contact Madera County Arts Council for more information. www.maderaarts.org
Fri, Sep 17		Racing at the Madera Speedway Harvest Classic Friday Night Show Presented by Madera Auto Center ($5.00 Grandstand tickets) Open Test N Tune from 12:00-4:00pm, Pits open for races at 4:30pm ( Heat races will start by points, main will start by heat race finish & invert) - Hobby Stocks (Two Track Challenge), MST, Toyota Sedans, 4-Bangers (Two Track Challenge) Visit www.racemadera.com for more information.
Sat, Sep 18		Heritage Days Parade Show off your business, kids, dog horse or car at the Mountain Heritage Days Parade Saturday, September 18, 2010. The Parade will begin at 10 am Saturday, September 18, 2010 starting at Yosemite High School. It will proceed down Road 427 to Road 426 and end at Golden Oak Drive. Put the kids in the parade on bikes or back of the pickup, or get fancy, An announcers stand will be located in the Sierra Star parking lot on Road 426 and 427 and at Fresno Flats. After the parade come to Fresno Flats Historical Park for the Mountain Heritage Days Festivities sponsored by Sierra Historic Sites Association. For parade applications call 559-683-6570 or pick up at Chamber Office at Sierra Telephone.
Sat, Sep 18		Chowchilla District Chamber of Commerce 11th Annual Classic Car Show Chowchilla District Chamber of Commerce 11th Annual Classic Car Show September 18, 2010 Veterans Memorial Park, 6th & Robertson Blvd. 10:00 am to 3:30 pm Free to Public Community Ballot - ?Vote for Favorite Classic Car? For information, contact Chowchilla Chamber at 559-665-5603.
Sat, Sep 18		Racing at the Madera Speedway SUPER Saturday Event / Coors Light Harvest Classic Saturday Show 410/360 Super Modifieds, Sprint Car Open (360 injected), BCRA Midgets, LunkerDaddy Late Models, TBA Visit www.racemadera.com for more information.
Sat, Sep 18		Walking Tour of Coarsegold SEPTEMBER 18: 10 a.m., Hwy 41 & Rd 415 at the Historic Village by the teepee. Free; donations appreciated.
Fri, Sep 24 -- Sun, Sep 26		Yosemite Flute Festival - Oakhurst ANNUAL YOSEMITE FLUTE FEST DRUM CIRCLE! Plan on bringing your favorite instrument and join us under the shade of the giant Oak by the open mic stage on Saturday at 11 am. Last year was a huge success with over 50 participants. We plan on many more this year. More info soon! Please visit our MySpace pages to receive blog updates and to see photos of last years event! yosemitefluteandartfestival@gmail.com The Yosemite Flute and Art Festival will be held in historic Oakhurst, California. Oakhurst is the "Gateway to Yosemite" located in the beautiful Sierra foothills, 17 miles from the Southern entrance to Yosemite National Park. Oakhurst is only 45 minutes North of Fresno, California, making access through the Fresno airport very easy. Here is a map of the area. The festival will be held in the Community Park in the center of town, walking distance to motels and restaurants. Please see our Directions page for address and information. September in the Sierra foothills is warm and sunny during the day, and cool in the evenings. It is a perfect time of year for an outdoor event! We have plenty of workshops, vendors, and performers lined up, with more to come! Please check back often for the lastest news! Festival hours will be: Friday: 11-5 Saturday: 9-5 Sunday: 9-3
Sat, Sep 25		Racing at the Chowchilla Speedway Holiday Inn Express & Suites Night / Western Modifieds, Super Stocks, Hobby Stocks, Spec Sprints, Sport Mods, Valley Sportsman Visit www.racechowchilla.com for more information.
Sat, Sep 25		Old Timer's Day in the Park - Madera This event is held on the last Saturday in September, activities commence at 12:00 noon, immediately following the parade at Courthouse Park with a BBQ with local service clubs and other community groups hosting food and craft booths. At the museum, the King and Queen will greet visitors. Judging for the longest beard, shortest beard, mustache only and most unique will take place in the park following the parade. Booth spaces for food and crafts are available by contacting Bob Winslow at (559) 675-7715. Applications are also available at the Madera County Museum and the Madera Chamber of Commerce.
Sat, Sep 25		Birdstone Winery's "Fiesta Flamenco & Vino!" Join us for our 2010 Birdstone Wine Club & Release Party, "Fiesta Flamenco & Vino!" The party will take place Saturday, Sept. 25th at 6 pm at Birdstone Winery. We're celebrating the release of our newest Tempranillo, and the party will include delicious Spanish food, Flamenco guitar, Birdstone wines & more! Each Wine Club Member receives 2 tickets, additional guests are welcome to join the fun for $25 each. Wine Club Members should RSVP to Kim at 559.970.2060 or by emailing kim@birdstonewinery.com. Tickets can be purchased by contacting us or online at www.localwineevents.com
Sat, Sep 25		Racing at the Madera Speedway SRL SouthWest Tour & Track Championship Night, LunkerDaddy Late Models, Hobby Stocks, MST, Toyota Sedans, 4-Bangers (Hornets) Visit www.racemadera.com for more information.
Sat, Sep 25		Old Timer's Day Parade - Madera This event is held on the last Saturday of September... the parade is co-sponsored by the Madera Downtown Association and the Kiwanis Club of Madera. Parade will begin at 10:00 a.m. and conclude at Courthouse Park. For more information, call Jim Bryan at (559) 675-7071 or Rochelle at Pete's Sports Shop (559) 673-5951

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