Events in Bishop, California

March 8, 2012 Alasdair Fraser & Natalie Haas-Master Scottish fiddler Alasdair Fraser and vibrant young cellist Natalie Haas will be appearing in concert Thursday, March 8, at Inyo Council for the Arts. A native of Clackmannan, Scotland, Alasdair's dynamic fiddling, together with Natalie's cello, prove to be an engaging duo that inspires audiences with a deep understanding of Scotland's music. The two will perform Thursday, March 8, at 7 p.m. at Inyo Council for the Arts, 137 South Main Street, Bishop. Tickets are $20 for adults, $15 for students, and can be purchased at ICA. , call ICA at 760/873-8014

10 Wildlife Migration Corridor Field Trip- 3-5pm. Spend the late afternoon exploring an important section of a local wildlife migration corridor that provides critical passage for the Round Valley mule deer herd and other wildlife. Mono County Wildlife Biologist, Timothy Taylor from the California Department of Fish & Game will share facts and stories about the wildlife that use the migration corridor. Victoria at Call: (760) 873-4554 or email victoria@eslt.org.

10-11 Death Valley Chamber of Commerce Art Show- March 10, 2012 10am-5pm and March 11, 2012 10am-3pm. At the Ranch at Furnace Creek Death Valley National Park Featuring a variety of fine arts includingpainting, jewelry, woodworking, weaving and photography. Live music beginning at 1pm please contact Phyllis Nefsky at (760)785-3353

March 14-18 Elevation 2012 Mammoth Mountain- 10th annual Mammoth Gay Ski Week!
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March 17 Sage to Summit Winter Race Series-Tungsten Pup Pup 10K All Races Begin at the Millpond Upper Parking Lot, Brown's Campground Snack Shack Area All Races Begin at 8:30am Race prices are $15 for the 10Ks and $20 for the 1/2 Marathon. sagetosummit.com

17 Blake Jones 45th Trout Derby -Win float tubes, rods & reels, fishing tackle tons of fishing gear to be given away! Bishop Area Chamber of Commerce 690 N. Main St Bishop, CA 93514 Questions? Call us toll free at: (888) 395-3952.

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Banff Mountain Film Festival- The films start at 7pm- Charles Brown Auditorium at the Tri County Fairgrounds in Bishop Doors open at 6pm Tickets are $10 per person per night. Out of town folks can purchase tickets over the phone to pick up at the door the night of the event-just call Call: (760) 873-7520 during Wilson's normal business hours.

April 2012

April 8 Easter Easter Egg Hunt at the Bishop City Park-The City of Bishop has many programs for children and adults. Follow the link to view the City's activities for this month! ca-bishop.us

14 1st Annual Alabama Hills Day” 9am to 3pm At the Lone Pine Museum of Film History and in the Alabama Hills

21 Community Auction- 6 p.m. -8:30pm Silent Auction Live Auction Desserts and Door Prizes Proceeds from the auction will be used for Methodist sponsored community projects such as Soup Kitchen, Friendship Center, Shower Ministry, Spirit of Recovery Project for Independent Living Call: (760) 872-7701
21 Earth Day Celebration- at the Bishop City Park. Live Music and Entertainment, Human Powered Ferris Wheel, Kids games, Co-ed Softball tourney and much more. For more info. Call: Call: (760) 872-4655.

21 Doggie Dash -Fundraiser 5K run with your dog! call (760) 873-5863 ca-bishop.us
21-29 National Park Week- Free Entrance Day in the National Parks
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22 Earth Day Celebration

21 Sage to Summit Winter Race Series-Tungsten Pup Pup 10K All Races Begin at the Millpond Upper Parking Lot, Brown's Campground Snack Shack Area All Races Begin at 8:30am Race prices are $15 for the 10Ks and $20 for the 1/2 Marathon. sagetosummit.com

28 Annual Pilgrimage to Manzanar National Historic- A delegation of Japanese-Americans and others return to Manzanar to pay tribute to the internees and Japanese American veterans who fought in WWII. Organized by Manzanar National Historic. Call (760) 878-2932 manzanarcommittee.org

28 Rainbow Trout Festival-- At the Bishop City Park bring your fish to the park and have them judged for prizes. for flyer on this "back by popular-demand" event, or call Call: (760) 873-8405.
28 Opening Day for the General Trout Season- All lakes and stream throughout the region are open to fishing just before sunrise. Deep snow may hamper access to some lakes and streams in the higher elevations for more fishing information our fishing, camping and RVing page here.

May 2012

4 Taste of the Sierra. Sponsored by the Bishop Area Chamber of Commerce at the Tri-County Fairgrounds during the first night of the annual Home Show. Area restaurants and caterers serve samples of their finest cuisine. Just $20 to sample the great food and admission includes tow beverages. , call (760)873-8405.

4-5 Home Show at theTri-County Fairgrounds in Bishop. See the latest & greatest produces and services for you and your home. Friday 6-10pm, Saturday 9:30am-4pm. Free admission. (760)873-3588
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Wild Wild West 50K, Marathon, 10M (dirt roads, some singletrack trails) Lone Pine, CA

Call: Lone Pine Chamber at Call: (760) 878-4444 lonepinechamber.org

5 2012 Mikrobierfest at theTri-County Fairgrounds will be in conjunction with the Taste of the Sierra and the Home Show. Admission is $20 Questions on this event Call: the Bishop Chamber of Commerce at Call: (760) 873-8405. tickets/info mikrobierfest.com

4-6 Eastern Sierra Gem & Mineral Show-Eastern Sierra Gem & Mineral Show. Tri-County Fairgrounds in Bishop. Mineral, fossil & jewelry dealers, lapidary demonstrations, geode cutting, kids games, field trips & more.

5 Choo Choo Swap Meet. Tri-County Fairgrounds in Bishop. Gates open at 8:30 am. It's like 100 yard sales in one location! Proceeds benefit Laws Railroad Museum. (760)873-5950.
Shop for great deals on outdoor gear and chat to the volunteers of Inyo County Search & Rescue.
It's a great way to outfit your next adventure and prepare for a great summer of fun in the outdoors.

19 Bishop High Sierra Ultramarathons 100K, 50M, 50K, 20M (dirt roads) at
The Millpond Recreation Area. bhs50.com

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Mule Days Celebration - Memorial Day Weekend - May 24th-29th, 2011 For more information on this event muledays.org

Mule Days Camping and Parking! The Elks Park will be open and available for camping Memorial Day "Mule Days Weekend! Just Two Miles West of Town. Dry camping $15 per night. Bishop Creek runs through the front of the park... Good for fishing! Restrooms and water are available. For Reservations Call: Call: (760) 873-3221 (9am-1pm Monday thru Friday)

25-28 Inyo Council for the Arts Memorial Day Weekend Arts & Crafts Show- at Bishop City Park. Held the same weekend as the annual Mule Days Celebration. Hundreds of booths feature fine art, handcrafted items and tasty treats. Open Friday, Saturday & Sunday 9am-6pm and Monday 9am-1pm. Free admission and free parking.
27 Lion's Pancake Breakfast at the City Park 7am to 10 am

June 2012

2 Annual Arcularius Ranch / Round Valley Elementary School Fundraiser-The Annual Auction/Dinner Fundraiser at the Arcularius Ranch for the Round Valley School is scheduled for
Saturday, June 2 at 5pm. Please circle this date on your calendar and plan to come for a great evening of music, dinner, dancing, and live & silent auctions to benefit the Round Valley School. This event is sponsored by the non-profit STEP Foundation. More details to come. Space is limited so to reserve your table, Call: Rick Davis at Call: (760) 408-0466.

9 Get Outdoors Day- Free Entrance Day in the National Parks
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11-16 California High School Rodeo Finals- Tri County fairgrounds, Bishop. Athletes from high schools all over California compete for the State Rodeo Championship on a scale comparable with college and professional rodeo. Approximately 300 contestants will compete this week in the State Finals. General admission tickets will be available at the gates. Call: Call: (760) 873-8405 chsra.org

16 5th Annual Benefit Concert with Richard Elloyan & the Peavine Pickers- Gates open at 5:00. Concert 6 p.m. . Catered dinner available. - Call: (760) 873-4676 lawsmuseum.org/

July 2012

Fridays Eastern Sierra Farmers Market- Behind City Hall on Church St. Starts at 5-7:30 pm.
Be sure to arrive early for the best selections!

3 Paiute Palace Casino Fourth of July Feast- Festivities start at 4pm! $500 give away every half hour. Kids Corner with games, rock climbing wall and face painting. BBQ from 4-8pm Professional Firework display at dusk.

4 Bishop Volunteer Fire Dept Annual Firework Show- at the Bishop Airport. Gates open at 3pm Firework show starts at Dusk. $20 per car load. More information or Questions? Call: Call: (760) 873-8405
9 Bishop City Council Meeting-- 2nd and 4th Monday of each month 7 p.m. at the Bishop City Hall located at 377 West Line Street. Visit the city ca-bishop.us and view the agenda. Call: the city at (760) 873-5863

9-12 Mountain Light 2012 Photographic Workshop-David Muench: Ancient Bristlecones,
Mono Lake and Bodie Ghost Town. mountainlight.com/
on these workshops or call Call: (760) 873-7700

August 2012

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MAMMOTH FESTIVAL - WINE, MUSIC & FOOD Mammoth Festival Mammoth Lakes, CA Wine, Music & Food! World-class vintners, live concerts, plus munchies from local Mammoth restaurants. Headliners: Goo Goo Dolls! for details
27 Bishop City Council Meeting-- 2nd and 4th Monday of each month 7 p.m. at the Bishop City Hall located at 377 West Line Street. Visit the city ca-bishop.us and view the agenda. Call: the city at (760) 873-5863

Everest Challange's Death Valley Road Stage Race- 55 miles 13400' climbing
Big Pine & Independence, CA Sorry, but No Refunds!
Stage 1- 42 miles 8200' of climbing. Stage 2- 13 miles 5200' of climbing. to view the flyer
on this event.

September 2012

Labor Day weekend

Tri County Fair -We truly believe that competitive exhibits are the most important part of our fair! Each year, thousands of homemade & homegrown items are entered and displayed at the Fair. All citizens of Inyo, Mono & Alpine Counties are eligible to compete for ribbons, trophies, cash & other great prizes. please contact the fairgrounds at Call: (760) 873-3588 tricountyfair.com

Labor Day

Labor Day Weekend Arts & Crafts Show at Bishop City Park. Held the same weekend as the annual Eastern Sierra Tri-County Fair, this show offers something for everyone! Browse the many booths featuring handcrafted items and tasty treats. Open Friday, Saturday & Sunday 9am-6pm and Monday 9am-1pm. Free admission and free parking. please contact inyo.org

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Bishop Homecoming & Community Picnic-- on this event Call: (760) 873-5950 lawsmuseum.org/

8 Good Ole Days- 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Working Exhibits of Pioneer Trades - Children's games - Entertainment - Famous Homemade Pie Auction Free Admission- on this event Call: (760) 873-5950 lawsmuseum.org/

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Convict Lake's Fly Fishing Faire- 4 days of fly casting, fly tying, lessons for the family. Beginners to advanced. Great prizes. Visit southwestcouncilfff.org/faire or call (818) 757-3474

14 & 15
Everest Challenge Bike Race- The undisputed, hardest 2-day USA Cycling Race & Ride!
The California-Nevada Climbing Championship. 2 days, 208 Miles, 29,035 feet of climbing everestchallenge.com

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Millpond Music Festival. come for the most amazing, relaxing and fun weekend in the heart of the Eastern Sierra. Awesome & eclectic mix of talented performers on Millpond Main Stage, workshp tent performances, children's activities, art vendors, plus great food too. On-site camping available. All tickets and campsites on sale April 1, 2012. inyo.org/millpond.php

24-27 Mountain Light 2012 Photographic Workshop-Jack Dykinga: Grand Teton National Park. mountainlight.com/
on these workshops or call Call: (760) 873-7700

28-30
California Indian Day Celebration Weekend- Pow Wow, Tournaments, Hand games, great food and entertainment...

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National Public Lands Day- Free Entrance Day in the National Parks
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October 2012

The Eastern Sierra Owens Valley History Tours
6.0 - 6.5 hours of Sightseeing Call us for more details and schedule your tour today! Call: (760) 873-8405
All month

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Mountain Light 2012 Photographic Workshop- Elizabeth Carmel: Eastern Sierra Fall Colors. mountainlight.com
on these workshops or call Call: (760) 873-7700

5-7
The 22nd Annual Lone Pine Film Festival-Annual film festival features movies which have been filmed in and around Lone Pine, California. visit lonepinefilmfestival.org

6-7
The Owens Valley Cruisers Present The Fall Colors Car Show- At the Tri County Fairgrounds
With events like Show & Shine, Pancake Breakfast, Goodie Bags - Cruisin' Parade,
50's Dance - Poker Run, Dash Plaques - Vendors, Raffles & Awards. Friday, Saturday, & Sunday - September 30th, October 1st, & 2nd. visit owensvalleycruisers.com or call John Beischel at (760) 873-5367 or Mike Dowd at (760) 920-2712

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Choo Choo Swap Meet. Tri-County Fairgrounds in Bishop. 100 yard sales in one location! Gates open to the public at 8:30 am. Proceeds benefit Laws Railroad Museum. , call Call: (760) 873-8950.

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VCMC Bishop Dual Sport- vcmc.info.

November 2012

10-12 Veterans Day Weekend- Free Entrance Day in the National Parks
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15 2011 General Trout Season Closes in Inyo and Mono Counties. However, there is YEAR ROUND fishing in the Owens River and Pleasant Valley Reservoir near Bishop.

December, 2012

7 Bishop Chamber's Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony - Bishop City Park Festivities start at 5:30 pm. Park Christmas tree lights up at 6 pm sharp! Hot cocoa, coffee, cookies, candy, great holiday music and Santa! Children can tell Santa their Christmas wishes at the Chamber's Visitors Bureau at the park from 4:30 to 6 pm. Sponsored by the Bishop Area Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau. Call: (760) 873-8405

7 Street of Lights - The holiday season brings us another festive customer appreciation party, immediately following the tree-lighting ceremony at the City Park. This year, there are over 40 shops, restaurants, and other businesses participating. There will be all sorts of music, warming fires, treats from your favorite restaurants, and, naturally, Santa will cruising the downtown area giving you a last chance to rack up naughty or nice points. to view the sign up form! Sponsored by the Bishop Chamber of Commerce, Call: (760) 873-8405

8 Annual Bishop Christmas Parade - on Main Street starts at 10am. Horses, bands, floats, and more! to download the parade registration form. Join Santa in the Park, after the parade. Fun for the entire family. Sponsored by the Bishop Area Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau Call: (760) 873-8405

SEVENTH ANNUAL INTERNATIONALLY ACCLAIMED INDEPENDENCE FRUITCAKE FESTIVAL. Talents that were never seen before were revealed at last year's Festival. inyocounty.info
The Bishop United Methodist Church Adult Choir and Handbell Choir , please contact the church office at (760) 872-7701, the church's at bishopumc.org.
10 Bishop City Council Meeting-- 2nd and 4th Monday of each month7 p.m. at the Bishop City Hall located at 377 West Line Street. Visit the city ca-bishop.us and view the agenda. Call: the city at (760) 873-5863

January 2013

Winter Months Sage to Summit Winter Race Series-Tungsten Pup Pup 10K All Races Begin at the Millpond Upper Parking Lot, Brown's Campground Snack Shack Area. All Races begin at 8:30am. Race prices are $15 for the 10Ks and $20 for the 1/2 Marathon. sagetosummit.com

21 Martin Luther King Jr. Weekend -Free Entrance Day in the National Parks nps.gov