Christian Science Church offers talk



People everywhere are looking for solutions. The challenging problems the world faces today demand a new way of addressing the worrying issues that face everyone. Worldwide, people are turning to prayer for answers. International speaker Lorenzo Rodriguez, says, “In my own life, I’ve found that effective, practical prayer brings peace and solutions to the worrisome problems presented by the world.” […]

STORYTELLING FESTIVAL

Cook’s stories are louder than words

Peter Cook is an internationally recognized Deaf performing artist whose stories are a potpourri of American Sign Language, pantomime, storytelling, acting and movement. Appearing at the Mariposa County Arts Council’s, 24th Mariposa Storytelling Festival, March 11 to 13, Cook is a delight to deaf and hearing audiences of all ages, making those of us who hear, “hear” from his point […]

SBC offers course to help local workers



The Sierra Business Council and Fourth Sector Strategies are launching the Green Prosperity Initiative to help local workers add green skills and pursue green careers. The 100-hour program offers a $480 stipend to area residents age 18 and up. “We want local workers to have an edge in the emerging green economy,” said Brent Rubey of Fourth Sector Strategies, a […]

MCS to present ‘Under Our Skin’



Mountain Crisis Services will present “Under Our Skin” on Feb. 11-12 at 8 p.m. inside the stage area at the Mariposa County Amphitheatre. “Under Our Skin” is a monologue-based event performed by local women and written by community members and other writers. Like “The Vagina Monologues,” “Under Our Skin” tells women’s stories – some funny, some heartbreaking – but all […]

Democrats will hear from MERG



The Mariposa Democratic Club has announced that John Brady from MERG (Mariposans for the Environment and Responsible Government) will be speaking at its meeting on Feb. 12 at 9:45 a.m. at Miner’s Inn Restaurant. He will be discussing the recently settled lawsuit to preserve and protect Yosemite National Park. MERG felt that the Park administration was not taking sufficient measures […]

Golden Agers host bingo



The Golden Agers invite anyone over the age of 18 to play bingo at the Senior Center on Spriggs Lane on the first Friday of each month. Doors open at 5 p.m. and games start at 6:30 p.m. Bingo, pulltabs and big pots. Food and free coffee is also available. Proceeds support the upkeep of the Senior Center building and […]

Gallery issues call



The Sierra Artists Gallery of Mariposa is accepting applications from artisans in the Sierra. The unique creations and perspectives of the area are especially appreciated and the gallery is extending this call to all media of painters, sculptors, potters, photographers, or other fine art expressions. Sierra Artist Gallery prides itself as the only cooperative art venue and has been in […]

‘Dr. Phil’ gives a Grizzly Band update



Sometimes you don’t have to look far to find treasure. Mariposa, long known for gold, has hit platinum. A musical platinum that is. An album gone through the roof. Such is the Mariposa County High School’s Grizzly Band. Under the leadership and inspiration of Dr. Phillip Smith Ph. D. (military history) and Ed.D. (music education) this outstanding group has received […]

Grand jury



Quick now. How many governments are there in Mariposa County? One? Guess again. If you knew that the word “district” such as in “Hornitos Lighting District” constitutes a government, how many of them would you guess are in the County? For starters, there are at least 17 districts in the County, many outside the jurisdiction of the board of supervisors. […]

Produce safety explained



The Mariposa County Department of Agriculture has recently had questions about individuals selling fruits and vegetables on the streets of Mariposa and concerns have been expressed about the licensing and inspection of these vendors and their commodities. These individuals are known as produce dealers. What kinds of produce dealers do we see in Mariposa County? In general, produce dealers sell: […]