Inyo Mono Advocates for Community Action (IMACA) offers Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) walk-in assistance at their Bishop lobby, Monday through Friday, 9 AM–12 PM and 1 PM–4 PM. Staff can help you apply for energy bill assistance before the heating season rush. You can also apply online through IMACA's LIHEAP application page […]

The Eastern Sierra United Methodist Church hosts a free community soup kitchen every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Doors open at 9:15 a.m., and lunch is served from noon to 12:30 p.m. Showers are available from 9:15 to 11:15 a.m. (last shower at 11:15 a.m.). All are welcome regardless of background or circumstances.

Free community yoga class at the Chalfant Community Center, 9:30–10:30 AM. Sessions are scheduled on September 21, September 28, October 5, and October 19, 2026. All levels welcome. For more information call 760-924-1830.

Drop in to the free Makerspace All Ages Open Studio on the second floor of Mammoth Library. Morning session runs 10am–12:30pm every Monday and Wednesday, with an afternoon session from 2–5pm the same days. Open to everyone ages 5 and up — kids and adults welcome. Bring a project or explore the tools available. Contact: […]

Yarn Over is a knitting and crochet community group that meets on the first Monday of each month at 1:00pm at Bishop First United Methodist Church in Bishop, CA. All are welcome to join this relaxed gathering of fiber arts enthusiasts. Whether you are an experienced knitter or just starting out with crochet, the group […]

An afternoon of outdoor painting at UC Santa Barbara's Valentine Reserve in Mammoth Lakes, a protected natural area usually closed to the public. The session costs $15 and registration is required.

Inyo Mono Advocates for Community Action (IMACA) offers Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) walk-in help at their Bishop lobby, Monday through Friday, 9 AM–12 PM and 1 PM–4 PM. Staff can assist you in applying for energy bill assistance before the heating season rush. You can also apply online through IMACA's LIHEAP application […]

Drop in to the free Makerspace All Ages Open Studio on the second floor of Mammoth Library. Afternoon session runs 2–5pm every Monday and Wednesday (with a morning session also available 10am–12:30pm). Open to everyone ages 5 and up — kids and adults welcome. Bring a project or explore the tools available. Contact: librarymakerspace@monocoe.org | […]

Mono County Public Health is hosting free walk-in flu vaccination clinics at locations across Mono County throughout October 2026. This clinic is at the Mono County Civic Center in Mammoth Lakes, running 4–7 pm. No appointment needed — bring yourself and your family. For more information call 760-924-1830. Bilingual (English/Spanish) services available through Mono County […]

Eastern Sierra Pride's monthly Bishop meetup at Mountain Rambler Brewery. A relaxed evening for LGBTQ+ people and allies to connect.

Distant Brewing in Mammoth Lakes hosts Open Mic Night every Monday evening from 6–9pm, all year long. The venue provides guitars, amps, drums, mics, and keyboards — bring yourself, a friend, or a group and take the stage. Performers of all skill levels are welcome. Live music at Distant Brewing is always free. A recurring […]

An adult gymnastics clinic for ages 16 and up, meeting every Monday from 6:30–8:00 pm, September 14 through October 12. Instructors will work on a range of skills and meet you at your current ability level — no prior gymnastics experience required. Space is still available; register via the link in the Mammoth Parks & […]

The regular public meeting of the Mono County Board of Supervisors in the Board Chambers at the County Courthouse in Bridgeport. Agendas are posted on the county website.

C5 Studios' Little Sparrows is an 8-week outdoor early childhood program running Tuesdays and Thursdays, September 15–November 5, 2026, 9:00 am–12:30 pm. Each session includes morning circle time (songs, poetry, movement), free play, wanders, art & crafts, storytelling, shared meals, and community contribution. Drop-off enrollment is open for children ages 2.5–7 (potty independent or close). […]

Drop in to the free Makerspace All Ages Open Studio on the second floor of Mammoth Library on Tuesdays during school early-release hours. Sessions run 10am–noon and 1–5pm every Tuesday. Open to everyone ages 5 and up — kids and adults welcome. Bring a project or explore the tools available. Contact: librarymakerspace@monocoe.org | Instagram: @mono_county_makerspace

Calling all Owens Valley Paiute & Shoshone artists! The Cultural Center Gift Shop is seeking new, original, and handcrafted items for purchase on Day 1 of two buying days (October 6–7, 2026, 10am–6pm). Categories of interest include beadwork (barrettes, belt buckles, bolo ties, bracelets, chokers, earrings, necklaces, and more), fiber/seed/shell/gourdwork (baskets, painted items, pinenuts jewelry), […]

Join the Mono County Library System for a free livestreamed talk with Joe Sasto, national bestselling author, celebrity chef, Food Network star, and pasta innovator. Sasto will share his fresh take on Italian classics, drawing from his expertise as a celebrated culinary personality. This online event is brought to you by the Mammoth Lakes Friends […]

Session 3 of the Bite-Sized Finance: Workplace Financial Basics lunch-and-learn series, facilitated by Mary Ann Sullivan, CFP®. This session covers retirement planning and wealth-building strategies for working professionals. Presented by the Mono County Office of Education. Registration is optional. Runs 12:00–1:00 PM in the Adult Ed Classroom at the Mammoth Lakes Library.

Afternoon open hours in the Mammoth Lakes Library's All Ages Makerspace, 1–5 PM.

The Mono County Board of Equalization and Assessment Appeals Board holds its meeting at the Board Chambers, 2nd Floor, County Courthouse, Bridgeport. Members of the public are welcome to attend. Agendas are posted in advance on the Mono County website.

The Blue Heron Project farm is open to the public every Tuesday from 4 pm to 7 pm for the 2026 season. Stop by to shop fresh produce or visit the working farm. Additional open hours are Fridays 4–7 pm, Saturdays 9 am–2 pm, and Sundays 9 am–2 pm. Free drop-in; all are welcome.

Join Bishop First United Methodist Church for 3rd Space Movie Night, a recurring community gathering held on the first Tuesday of each month at 6pm. Open to all, this informal screening event offers a welcoming space to enjoy a film together in a relaxed, community-oriented setting. The Eastern Sierra United Methodist Church is known for […]

Test your knowledge of delightfully useless facts every Tuesday at 6:30pm at Mammoth Brewing Company. Entry is free and winners take home gift card prizes. A fun weekly event for trivia lovers of all stripes — come solo or bring a team.

Eastern Sierra Pool hosts a weekly 8-Ball Tournament every Tuesday at The Back Alley Bowl & Grill in Bishop. Practice starts at 6:00 PM; tournament play begins at 6:30 PM. Format is double elimination, races to 1, under BCAPL rules. Entry fee is $20 plus a $2 greens fee. More info at easternsierrapool.com.

Mark Erelli and Maya de Vitry perform a co-bill at C5 Studios in Bishop on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, starting at 7:00 PM.

Jam Night with the Jamblers at Mountain Rambler Brewery in Bishop — a live musical jam session open to drop-in players and listeners. It usually starts around 7 PM, but it's a self-organized group, so start times can vary.

Mammoth Community Church hosts a weekly High School Bible Study every Tuesday evening from 7:00–8:30 PM. An extension of the church's AWANA program, the study is open to high school students and focuses on studying and memorizing scripture together. Contact the church for the meeting address: (760) 934-6077.

The Eastern Sierra United Methodist Church hosts a free community soup kitchen every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Doors open at 9:15 a.m., and lunch is served from noon to 12:30 p.m. Showers are available from 9:15 to 11:15 a.m. (last shower at 11:15 a.m.). All are welcome regardless of background or circumstances.

Drop in to the free Makerspace All Ages Open Studio on the second floor of Mammoth Library. Morning session runs 10am–12:30pm every Monday and Wednesday, with an afternoon session from 2–5pm the same days. Open to everyone ages 5 and up — kids and adults welcome. Bring a project or explore the tools available. Contact: […]

Calling all Owens Valley Paiute & Shoshone artists! The Cultural Center Gift Shop is seeking new, original, and handcrafted items for purchase on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, 10 am to 6 pm. Categories of interest include beadwork (barrettes, belt buckles, bolo ties, bracelets, chokers, earrings, necklaces, and more), fiber/seed/shell/gourdwork (baskets, painted items, pinenuts jewelry), flintknapping, […]

Library staff-led Storytime returns every Wednesday at the Mammoth Lakes Library, beginning August 5, 2026. Sessions run from 10:30–11:30 AM and are best suited for children ages 2–5, though infants are also welcome. Kids and caregivers can read, sing, move, explore, play, and craft together with friends. Free and open to the public. For more […]

Seed cleaning with Bishop Paiute Food Sovereignty, 12–1 PM at the Cultural Center Gardens, next to the Owens Valley Paiute-Shoshone Cultural Center (2300 W Line St, Bishop). Seed cleaning — processing and saving seeds for next season's planting — is part of the program's work to restore and sustain Indigenous food systems in the Owens […]

Drop in to the free Makerspace All Ages Open Studio on the second floor of Mammoth Library. Afternoon session runs 2–5pm every Monday and Wednesday (with a morning session also available 10am–12:30pm). Open to everyone ages 5 and up — kids and adults welcome. Bring a project or explore the tools available. Contact: librarymakerspace@monocoe.org | […]

Northern Inyo Healthcare District brings back extended evening mammogram appointments every Wednesday in October, making it easier to fit a mammogram into your schedule. Appointments are available 4–8 PM on October 7, 14, 21, and 28. Open to women age 40 and older. By appointment only — call (760) 873-2155 Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM, to […]

The Bishop Paiute Tribe's RAVE Program presents the 6th Annual Our Valley in Healing — an evening of education and honoring survivors of domestic violence. The event begins with an Awareness Walk at 4:30 PM starting at 180 N See Vee Lane, followed by dinner at 390 N Barlow Lane. The evening runs from 4:30 […]

Join Distant Brewing for a weekly 8-ball pool tournament hosted by Eastern Sierra Pool. Drop in and compete every Wednesday evening.

Learn to design, carve, and print your own linoleum art in this hands-on class. Linocuts can stand alone as prints, be used in card-making, scrapbooking, or printed on any surface you find. You'll create a design and carve it into a rubber linoleum block using hand carving tools, learning to think in inverted colors. Once […]

Shelter Distilling hosts live music every Wednesday evening from 6–9pm at their craft distillery, brewery, restaurant, and bar in Mammoth Lakes. The venue also offers a Local's Appreciation Day every Wednesday from 4pm to close, with 20% off for locals, as well as a Happy Hour from 1–4pm featuring beer and taco specials. Stop in […]

Mammoth Community Church hosts AWANA Kids Club every Wednesday evening from 6:00–7:30 PM at 2885 Main St., Mammoth Lakes. Parking is available in the adjacent courthouse parking lot. AWANA is a scripture-based children's program that combines games, awards, and Bible memory for kids. The church is located between the Mammoth Lakes Superior Court and the […]

Come meet your volunteer firefighters, tour the station, and see the fire engines — including the new Type III Wildland Engine and the new Hurst Tools. Free hot dogs and beverages will be served. All ages welcome. The Big Pine Volunteer Fire Department is also always welcoming new E.M.T. and fire members — a great […]

Inyo350 is sponsoring a free public candidate forum for the Bishop Unified School District (BUSD) School Board race. Three of the five candidates have agreed to participate: incumbents Claudia Tanner and Virginia Figueroa, and challenger Tyler McManus. Candidates will be timed, and the forum will end no later than 8:00 PM. Community members are invited […]

House of Mercy Church in Bishop, California hosts a mid-week service and Bible study every Wednesday at 7:00 PM. The gathering includes praise, worship, and in-depth study of Scripture from the Old and New Testaments of the King James Holy Bible. The church is a full gospel congregation dedicated to spreading the Word of God. […]

The California Native Plant Society's Bristlecone Chapter hosts its Fall Meeting featuring Dr. Alexandra Urza, Forest Health Program Director of the Whitebark Institute. Her talk, "ESCCRP: Landscape-Scale Forest Management for Wildfire Resilience and Climate Adaptation," covers the background and science behind the Eastern Sierra Climate & Communities Resilience Project (ESCCRP), progress to date, treatment effectiveness, […]

Mountain Rambler Brewery's Wednesday Locals' Night features live music from Giacomo Timbrello. Show starts at 7 PM. Happy hour runs Monday–Thursday 3–5 PM and daily 9 PM to close. Visit mountainramblerbrewery.com for details.

C5 Studios' Little Sparrows is an 8-week outdoor early childhood program running Tuesdays and Thursdays, September 15–November 5, 2026, 9:00 am–12:30 pm. Each session includes morning circle time (songs, poetry, movement), free play, wanders, art & crafts, storytelling, shared meals, and community contribution. Drop-off enrollment is open for children ages 2.5–7 (potty independent or close). […]

Students in grades 6–8 are invited to join SoCal REN for the Future Green Leaders Summit on October 8 at Cerro Coso College. Described as an inspirational day of learning, the event focuses on the wide variety of career opportunities in the green workforce. Further details — including the schedule, activities, and registration — can […]

Creative Crafters meets every Thursday at 9:30am at the Eastern Sierra United Methodist Church. This recurring community gathering is open to anyone who enjoys crafting together. Eastern Sierra UMC describes itself as an inclusive community that values individuality and togetherness. The session runs weekly and is free to attend.

The Psalm 8 Worm Team meets every Thursday at 9:30 AM at Bishop First UMC. Part of the Eastern Sierra United Methodist Church's community ministries, this group is connected to the church's Psalm 8 Worms program, which focuses on environmental stewardship through worm cultivation and composting. All are welcome to join. The church also hosts […]

Community Service Solutions brings a free mobile food drop to Walker on Thursday, October 8th, from 10:00–11:00am at the Walker Community Center. Stop by to pick up available food items. All mobile food drops are subject to change due to weather — check csssolutions.org or call 775.392.0055 for updates. Additional CSS drops across Mono County […]

Join the Mono County Library System for a livestreamed talk with Carolyn Russo, Curator at the Smithsonian Institution. Presented as a collaboration between the Library Speakers Consortium and the Smithsonian Institution, and brought to you locally by the Mammoth Lakes Friends of the Library, this online event explores the reinvention of postmodernism through the lens […]

The Bishop Lions Club holds its regular weekly meeting every Thursday at noon at Pizza Factory in Bishop. Lions Club members gather to coordinate community service projects and club business. The club is active in vision screening, youth programs, environmental efforts, senior support, and disaster relief, among other initiatives. Visitors interested in joining or learning […]

Community Service Solutions brings a free mobile food drop to Bridgeport on Thursday, October 8th, 2026. Stop by the Bridgeport Visitor Center between 1:00–2:00 PM to pick up available food items. All mobile food drops are subject to change due to weather — check csssolutions.org or call 775.392.0055 for updates. Other CSS food drop locations […]

Youth Monster Building Sessions at the Mammoth Lakes Library, 3:30–4:30 PM.

Drop in to the free Makerspace Sewing & Alterations Open Studio on the second floor of Mammoth Library every Thursday from 4–6:30 pm. Open to everyone ages 5 and up — kids and adults are welcome. Bring a sewing or alterations project to work on, or come to explore the space. No registration required. Contact: […]

Mono County Public Health is hosting flu vaccination clinics at locations across Mono County throughout October 2026. This clinic is held at the Crowley Lake Community Center from 4–7 pm. No appointment is needed — bring yourself and your family. For more information, call Mono County Public Health at 760-924-1830. Clinics are also scheduled at […]

Join the Mono Arts Council for a first-of-its-kind evening led by Randy Arnold, a seasoned wine industry professional and Mono City resident, and local artist Annemarie Hall. The night begins with a guided tasting of 5 hand-selected wines, exploring flavor notes like honeysuckle, jasmine, raspberry, and pine forest. Then, inspired by the wine of your […]

The Bishop Paiute Tribe's weekly community market at the Pow Wow Grounds on Pa-Ha Lane, run by the Tribe's Food Sovereignty Program. Local produce and goods; EBT accepted.

SIGHT, a Bishop-based nonprofit, presents Grief Hall — a community gathering space for anyone navigating loss in any of its forms: death of a loved one, breakup, job loss, moving, identity shifts, or the quiet losses no one else sees. Come as you are to share your story, be witnessed, and experience healing through witnessing […]

An evening of community connection, potluck food sharing, and bartering hosted by Lauren Robinson at Sierra Shanti Studio. Bring food to share and items or skills to trade at this two-hour social gathering. Open to all. Look for the covered patio — the studio entrance is just underneath.

The Eastern Sierra Community Chorus holds its next rehearsal on Wednesday, October 8 at 6:00 PM at Mammoth High School (MHS). The chorus is open to community members who love to sing. Members work on a variety of choral music — sacred and secular, of diverse cultural and musical styles — in preparation for upcoming […]

Nobody & Goliath perform live at the Bishop Twin Theatre on Thursday, October 8, 2026, at 7:00 PM. Tickets are $15. Check the venue or event listing for advance ticket purchase options.

The 2026 Lone Pine Film Festival opens Thursday night with a screening of SUNSET (1988), the western-biopic-comedy-mystery directed by Blake Edwards. Star Mariel Hemingway will be on stage to share stories about working with James Garner and Bruce Willis, and her lifelong dream of collaborating with director Blake Edwards. Part of the annual Lone Pine […]

The Ventura County Motorcycle Club Dual Sport Rally takes place at the Tri-County Fairgrounds in Bishop, CA, October 9–11, 2026. This multi-day rally is hosted by the Ventura County Motorcycle Club. Dual sport events typically bring together riders for organized rides across varied terrain. The source provides no additional details on activities, cost, or registration […]

The Lone Pine Film Festival presents a screening of "Renegade Trail" (1939) at the Lone Pine High School Auditorium as part of the 2026 Lone Pine Film Festival. This classic Western was filmed in the Alabama Hills area near Lone Pine. A General Admission Badge is required for entry and will be checked at all […]

The Lone Pine Film Festival presents a screening of '7 Faces of Dr. Lao' (1964), the beloved fantasy Western starring Tony Randall, as part of the 2026 Lone Pine Film Festival. The film screens at the Lone Pine High School Auditorium on October 9 at 9:00 AM. A General Admission Badge is required for entry, […]

The Eastern Sierra United Methodist Church hosts a free community soup kitchen every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Doors open at 9:15 a.m., and lunch is served from noon to 12:30 p.m. Showers are available from 9:15 to 11:15 a.m. (last shower at 11:15 a.m.). All are welcome regardless of background or circumstances.

The Lone Pine Film Festival presents a screening of "Army Girl" at the Lone Pine High School Auditorium on October 9, 2026 at 11:00 AM. A General Admission Badge is required for entry at all festival venues. "Army Girl" is part of the festival's lineup of classic and Western films screened in Lone Pine, the […]

The Lone Pine Film Festival presents a screening of '7 Men from Now' (1956), a classic Randolph Scott western, at the Lone Pine High School Auditorium as part of the 2026 Lone Pine Film Festival. Entry requires a General Admission Badge; all venues will be checked at the door. The festival celebrates films shot in […]

Join actor Kelly Lynch and her husband, producer Mitch Glazer, as they host a screening of the 46-minute documentary 'The Oyler House: Richard Neutra's Desert Retreat' — a film about the conception and Lone Pine history of the Oyler House, their home in the Alabama Hills designed by legendary modernist architect Richard Neutra. Kelly and […]

The Lone Pine Film Festival presents a curated program of Independent Short Films at the Lone Pine High School Auditorium as part of the 2026 Lone Pine Film Festival. Entry requires a General Admission Badge; all venues are checked at the door. The festival, held in the Eastern Sierra town of Lone Pine, celebrates the […]

Club Slime at the Bridgeport Library at 3 PM.

The Blue Heron Project farm is open to the public every Friday from 4 pm to 7 pm for the 2026 season. Stop by to shop or visit the farm.

Join the community for an art opening at Mono Sierra Lodge in Crowley Lake, featuring local and regional artists. The evening showcases featured artist Dick Dahlgren alongside works by Brent Witters, Crista Hollenberg, Dana Ellis, Lori Michelin, Debb Campbell, Tim Brennan, Lindsey Jackson, Corey Posner, Tony Lee, Diana Pietrasanta, Kelsey Bouska, Jenny Kane, Lorenzo Moreno, […]

Kick off the June Lake Leaves in the Loop fall festival weekend with a guided Paint & Sip evening led by artist Tess Marie. Taking place Friday, October 9 at 5:30pm, this hands-on painting session is part of the multi-day Leaves in the Loop Fall Festivities (October 9–11). Light snacks are provided. Registration is required […]

Join Professor Erin Ryan — former Inyo National Forest ranger and USC Professor of Law — for a book talk about her new book, Law for the Land: The Public Trust Doctrine, Mono Lake, and a Quiet Revolution in Environmental Rights. Hear how the fight for Mono Lake set a landmark precedent for environmental rights […]

Bishop Elks Lodge #1603 hosts Bingo Night at 151 East Line St., Bishop. Doors open at 4:30 PM; bingo starts at 6:00 PM. Admission is $21 per person and includes 12 bingo cards and Powerball. Extra packets available for $5; additional blackout games available for purchase. Regular and special games pay out up to $250. […]

The 2026 Lone Pine Film Festival's Friday Night Movie features a screening of ROAD HOUSE (1989), the action-adventure classic starring Patrick Swayze. Star Kelly Lynch will be on stage to share stories about working with Swayze, Sam Elliott, and Ben Gazzara, and to discuss why this ultimate 1980s modern-day western continues to resonate with audiences […]

Pearl Charles (acoustic duo set) and Madeline Rosene (stripped set) perform live at Mill Creek Station in Bishop, California. Doors open at 7:30 PM, show starts at 8 PM. Food and drinks will be available. Kids always get in free. Tickets are $15 in advance or $20 day of show — purchase at millcreekpresents.com.

The Ventura County Motorcycle Club Dual Sport Rally takes place at the Tri-County Fairgrounds in Bishop, CA, October 9–11, 2026. This multi-day rally is hosted by the Ventura County Motorcycle Club. Dual sport events typically bring together riders for organized rides across varied terrain. The source provides no additional details on activities, cost, or registration […]

The Lone Pine Film Festival presents a screening of "The Valley of Gwangi" (1969), a classic fantasy-western adventure, at the Lone Pine High School Auditorium as part of the 2026 Lone Pine Film Festival. Entry requires a General Admission Badge; all venues will be checked at the door. The Lone Pine Film Festival celebrates the […]

Join the Eastern Sierra Bird Alliance (ESBA) for their monthly bird walk at the Bishop Paiute Tribe's Conservation Open Space Area (COSA). This walk is open to all ages and no birding experience is required — binoculars and field guides are available to borrow. Come explore this natural area and discover the birds that call […]

Join Friends of the Inyo and Eastern Sierra Land Trust for a morning of stewardship along the Owens River. Volunteers will help clean up the riverbanks while enjoying complimentary coffee and donuts. The event runs from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Artesian Wells in Bishop. RSVP in advance to receive the exact meeting location […]

Join Whitebark Institute and partners for the final event in the West Mono Basin event series. Session I features a panel discussion on current trends in wildfire behavior, ecological realities in the West Mono Basin, and plans for the future of the region. Session II is led by regional wildfire coordinators offering practical home-hardening tips […]

The Blue Heron Project farm is open to the public every Saturday from 9 am to 2 pm for the 2026 season. Stop by to shop or visit the farm.

The Town of Mammoth Lakes Parks & Recreation Department hosts the Fall Round Robin Doubles Pickleball Tournament at the Pickleball Courts. This tournament features the Beginner/Intermediate Division. Participants register as individuals. An online customer profile with the Town of Mammoth Lakes is required to participate. For more information, contact Pickleball Instructor Todd Hensley at (760) […]

Every Saturday at 9 AM, Serenity Yoga hosts a community yoga class on the South Lawn at Outbound Mammoth. The session eases in with gentle flows to loosen up the body, followed by deep, intentional breathwork to quiet the mind and settle the nervous system. No perfect poses, no pressure, no performance — all levels […]

A morning workshop on herbal medicine with Dr. Rebecca Lyons at the Sierra Nevada Aquatic Research Lab. The workshop costs $25 and registration is required.

The Lone Pine Film Festival presents a screening of "Spoilers of the Forest" at the Lone Pine High School Auditorium on October 10, 2026 at 10:00 AM. A General Admission Badge is required for entry and will be checked at all venues. This screening is part of the 2026 Lone Pine Film Festival, an annual […]

Step back into the history of the Eastern Sierra at the Big Pine Cemetery Heritage Walk, returning after a hiatus of several years. Held at Crocker Cemetery, local residents portray those buried there, sharing their lives and times in the Old West and pioneer era. Tours depart throughout the day between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 […]

Caltech's Owens Valley Radio Observatory near Big Pine opens its gates for its one public open house of the year. Free, with no reservations needed.

Enjoy a two-hour guided hike starting from the Rush Creek Trailhead to explore peak fall colors around the June Lake Loop. Part of the Leaves in the Loop Fall Festivities weekend. Free entry.

Bring the whole family to Schulman Grove Visitor Center in the Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest for a day of fun activities surrounded by the world's oldest living trees. The event features hands-on learning stations, guided nature walks, and ranger talks for all ages. Family Fun Day is free and open to all ages, though the […]

The Friends of the Library meet at the Bridgeport Library at 10:30 AM.

Join a day of creativity, community, and water storytelling at C5 Studios in Bishop. This intro workshop is a preview of the F.L.O.W (For the Love of Water) Puppet Parade coming to Payahuunadü/Owens Valley in Spring 2027 — think large-scale great blue heron, pupfish, and cottonwood puppets dancing through the streets. Schedule (join any or […]

Support 5 local missionaries heading to Nicaragua in January 2027 at this fundraising car wash and bake sale held at 900 W. Line St. from 11am to 5pm. Get your vehicle cleaned — exterior wash for $20 or exterior plus interior for $35 — while enjoying sweet treats of all kinds, featuring baked goods from […]

Bridgeport celebrates Oktoberfest on Main Street with an afternoon of food, drink and community in the county seat.

Join the Walking Water Collective for an introductory puppet-making workshop — "Who Would You Be?" — at C5 Studios in Bishop. The session runs from 11 AM to 4 PM. Bring food to share; attendees will receive a copy of "Waters Becoming" and enjoy coffee and treats provided by Looney Bean.

Join the congregation of Bishop Seventh-day Adventist Church for the Main Worship Service. The service runs from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM every Sabbath (Saturday) at the church located at 720 Home St, Bishop, CA. All are welcome to attend.

Visit the Pumpkin Patch at Local Scoop during the Leaves in the Loop festival. Pumpkins are for sale to benefit Little Loopers NPO. Caramel apple cups are available for purchase to support Girl Scout Troop #330. Local vendors will also be selling their wares. Open 11am–3pm on Saturday. Part of the Leaves in the Loop […]

Join guide Thomas Kelsey on this 2.5-hour tour, driving a few miles north of Lone Pine on U.S. Highway 395 to Manzanar National Historic Site. The tour covers a brief history of the area, visits nearby locations where Ansel Adams photographed during World War II, and includes a stop at the recently restored camp baseball […]

Guide Greg Parker leads this 2-stop tour venturing outside the Alabama Hills to a popular filming location northeast of Lone Pine at the Owens River bed, used for scenes in films including The Man from Utah (1934), Between Men (1935), The Nevadan (1950) and The Round-up (1920). Terrain is sloping and very dusty; moderate walking […]

The Lone Pine Film Festival presents a screening of "Rawhide" on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at 12:00 PM at the Lone Pine High School Auditorium in Lone Pine, CA. A General Admission Badge is required for entry and will be checked at all venues. "Rawhide" is part of the festival's weekend lineup of classic and […]

Enjoy live music from Phillip Allen at Pino Pies from noon to 3pm on Saturday as part of the Leaves in the Loop Fall Festivities weekend in June Lake. Free entry.

A pumpkin carving contest hosted by Sierra STEM at the Pumpkin Patch at Local Scoop. Part of the Leaves in the Loop Fall Festivities weekend. Free entry.

The Lone Pine Film Festival presents a screening of "The Texas Streak" at the Lone Pine High School Auditorium on October 10, 2026 at 2:00 PM. A General Admission Badge is required for entry — all venues will be checked at the door. The Texas Streak is a classic Western film, part of the festival's […]

A craft night and hands-on round weaving workshop led by local fiber artist Elysia Fischbach at Pino Pies. Part of the Leaves in the Loop Fall Festivities weekend. Registration is required — use the QR code at junelakeloop.org or on the event flyer to sign up.

The opening reception for Remixing Reality, a solo exhibit by featured artist Emily McAvoy at the Mono Arts Council Community Arts Center and Gallery. Refreshments will be served and all are welcome. The exhibit itself opens October 9 and runs until January 9.

An evening of short films and conversation on breast cancer, motherhood and resilience, presented by Boarding for Breast Cancer at Wind Drift Studios. Doors open at 5pm and the program starts at 5:30. Free.

OC Ghosts and Legends returns to historic Benton Hot Springs (est. 1852) for its third annual paranormal investigation. The evening opens with dinner at 5 PM; the ghost hunt runs 7 PM to midnight in and around the historic property. Exclusive and limited in capacity; tickets required, so buy early. Adults.

Join sound healer Dawn Lazar for a New Moon Sound Healing session on Saturday, October 10th from 5:30–6:45 pm. Lie back and let the resonant tones of singing bowls wash over you in a deeply restorative experience timed to the new moon cycle. The image shows a practitioner surrounded by crystal and metal bowls while […]

The Guesthouse and Salt. present Summer Nights @ the Eastside, an outdoor evening event celebrating fall weather on the Eastern Sierra. Musician Phillip Allen performs live, Rosa's Food provides food, and Salt. serves mocktails and treats. Donations to support the musician are greatly appreciated. Co-hosted with The Guesthouse.

The Lone Pine Film Festival presents a screening of "The Proud Rebel" at the Lone Pine High School Auditorium on Saturday, October 10, 2026 at 7:30 PM. This classic Western film is part of the festival's weekend lineup celebrating movies filmed in the Alabama Hills region. A General Admission Badge is required for entry and […]

The Ventura County Motorcycle Club Dual Sport Rally takes place at the Tri-County Fairgrounds in Bishop, CA, October 9–11, 2026. This multi-day rally is hosted by the Ventura County Motorcycle Club. Dual sport events typically bring together riders for organized rides across varied terrain. The source provides no additional details on activities, cost, or registration […]

Friends of the Inyo and Mono County Recreation lead a volunteer cleanup of the dispersed camping area on the Mammoth Scenic Loop. Lunch is provided for volunteers.

The Blue Heron Project farm is open to the public every Sunday from 9 am to 2 pm for the 2026 season. Stop by to shop or visit the farm.

A donation-based yoga class open to the community, led by Lauren Robinson. All are welcome regardless of ability to pay. Classes run one hour on Sunday mornings at 9:00 AM. The studio entrance is under the covered patio at Sierra Shanti Studio.

Join the Big Pine Paiute Tribe of the Owens Valley for a community volunteer day planting pinyon seedlings in the White Mountains. Meet at 825 S. Main St. in Big Pine at 9:30 am to caravan together to the old CARMA site. If you plan to arrive later, contact the organizer for a pin drop […]

Join the June Lake Historical Society for a 30-minute walking tour of downtown June Lake, starting from Pino Pies. Part of the Leaves in the Loop Fall Festivities weekend. Free entry.

Join Calvary Chapel Bishop for Sunday worship, featuring live music and teaching in a welcoming church community. Lyric screens are provided so everyone can sing along. All are welcome.

The Lone Pine Film Festival presents a screening of "Shanghai Noon" (2000), the Western comedy starring Jackie Chan and Owen Wilson, at the Lone Pine High School Auditorium. This event is part of the 2026 Lone Pine Film Festival weekend programming, celebrating movies filmed in the Alabama Hills region. A General Admission Badge is required […]

Head out to the Bishop FFA Farm for the annual Bishop FFA Pumpkin Patch! Sunday hours are 12 PM–4 PM. Enjoy games, pony and tractor rides, baby animals, a petting zoo, a bake sale, BBQ, locally grown pumpkins, swamp tours, unlimited bounce house jumping, and much more. A fun, fall-filled event for all ages. For […]

The Lone Pine Film Festival's Main Street Parade is a classic small-town parade held during the 2026 Film Festival weekend (October 8–11). The parade steps off at 1:00 pm on October 11, with lineup beginning at Lone Pine High School at 11:30 am. The festival celebrates over 100 years of movie-making in Lone Pine and […]

The Lone Pine Film Festival presents a screening of "Frontier Days" at the Lone Pine High School Auditorium on October 11, 2026 at 2:30 PM. A General Admission Badge is required for entry, and all venues will be checked at the door. This screening is part of the annual Lone Pine Film Festival, which celebrates […]

Mammoth Community Church holds a Spanish-language worship service every Sunday evening at 6:00 PM. The church is located at 2885 Main St., Mammoth Lakes, between the Superior Court and Police Department; parking is available in the courthouse parking lot. All are welcome to attend this recurring weekly service.

The Time Travelers bring a genre-blending live experience to Distant Brewing, mixing rock, funk, folk, and reggae into a sound described as both timeless and fresh. Live music at Distant Brewing is always free — bring family and friends and enjoy the show.

Join Deborah of Heart Open Reiki and guest sound practitioners for a healing sound bath and guided meditation at Root Down Community Hub. The group sets intentions and releases what no longer serves them, combining meditative focus with Reiki's calming, energy-balancing approach. Sessions are held on the 2nd Sunday of each month at 7 PM. […]