COMMUNITY CALENDAR
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Ongoing C5 STUDIOS ART SHOW
C5 Studios presents “Connected Yet Apart,” a retrospective of local artist Lorna Yarbro, which will run through Aug. 27. C5 Studios Community Arts Center is located at 210 S. Warren St., Bishop. For more information, go to www.C5Studios.org.
NIH GIFT SHOP
The Northern Inyo Hospital Auxiliary Gift Shop, in the lobby of the hospital, is now open Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from noon to 4 p.m. The shop carries a wonderful selection of baby clothes and accessories, unique gifts and is the only place in town that sells See’s Candy. The shop accepts credit cards.
FRIENDS OF THE INYO
Friends of the Inyo’s summer calendar of free outdoor educational and volunteering events throughout Mono and Inyo counties is up on the Events tab of its website, friendsoftheinyo.org/ events, and is full of offerings to the public that include interpretive hikes, half-day volunteer cleanup events and multi-day backcountry stewardship events, nature-based yoga, and desert campouts. Most events have a limit of attendees to keep group sizes manageable and ensure a quality experience in nature while respecting habitat, therefore, early signup is encouraged.
Tuesday, July 26 BISHOP TWIN THEATRE’S SUMMER KID MOVIE MATINEES
At Bishop Twin Theatre, 237 N. Main St., Bishop; children’s movies playing in both theatres concurrently; each show, $2; “Jumanji (1995),” “Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2,” noon; “Peter Rabbit 2,” “Open Season 2,” 2 p.m. For more information, go to bishoptwintheatre.com.
BISHOP PLANNING COMMISSION
The Bishop Planning commission is scheduled to meet at 6 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, 301 W. Line St., Bishop. The meeting also can be viewed via Zoom through the city of Bishop’s website at www.cityofbishop.com where those interested can find the agenda under the Planning Commission tab.
C5 STUDIOS OPEN MIC NITE
C5 Studios, 210 S. Warren St., Bishop, will be hosting an open mic nite for local entertainers to perform poetry, music, comedy, etc., with sign-up from 6:30 - 7 p.m.
Wednesday, July 27 NORTHERN INYO HOSPITAL AUXILIARY
The Northern Inyo Hospital Auxiliary meets every Wednesday at the Hospital Annex 2759 Birch Street (enter at the Grandview Street Entrance) at 10 a.m. The second Wednesday of the month is a General Meeting. Other Wednesdays are devoted to making crafts for the annual Holiday Boutique. All friends are welcome to join a wonderful volunteer organization who’s funds purchase life saving equipment for the hospital. For more information, contact President Judy Fratella (760) 873-4059.
Thursday, July 28 C5 STUDIOS ARTS, CRAFTS ACTIVITY
C5 Studios, 210 S. Warren St., Bishop, offers many types of arts and crafts classes, workshops and more. Sometimes multiple activities per day are scheduled. For detailed information about topics on this scheduled date including activity descriptions, times, and costs, visit https://www.c5studios. org/classes-calendar.
BISHOP LIONS CLUB
Bishop Lions Club meets at noon on the second and fourth Thursdays, VFW Hall, 484 Short St., Bishop. For more information, call club President Stan Smith, (760) 873-7826), or club Secretary Barb Smith, (760-937-2272).
BISHOP TWIN THEATRE’S SUMMER KID MOVIE MATINEES
At Bishop Twin Theatre, 237 N. Main St., Bishop; children’s movies playing in both theatres concurrently; each show, $2; “Jumanji (1995),” “Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2,” noon; “Peter Rabbit 2,” “Open Season 2,” 2 p.m. For more information, go to bishoptwintheatre.com.
BISHOP TOPS
Bishop TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets Thursdays, 6 p.m., at the Highlands Senior Clubhouse. TOPS can help you reach your weight loss goals - providing tools, information, support and accountability. For more information contact Teresa at 872-6729 or visit www.tops.org.
GIRLS TENNIS
There will be an informational meeting for all Bishop Union High School girls interested in playing tennis this fall at 6:15 p.m. at the City Park tennis courts Parents are encouraged to attend also. For more information, call (760) 937-8014.
BISHOP UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
The Bishop Unified School District Board of Trustees is scheduled to meet at 6:30 p.m. in the Carl Lind Board Room on the Bishop Union High School Campus, 301 N. Fowler St., and via Zoom. For an agenda and more information, go to the district’s website at www.bishopschools.org.
Saturday, July 30 CHAMBER GOLF FUN DAY
The Bishop Area Chamber of Commerce will be having its annual Golf Fun Day fundraiser July 30. Each hole features a different golf game with small prizes. Everyone who participates gets entry into the HUGE raffle with dozens of great prizes. Everyone is welcome – members, non-members, great golfers and hackers, too! $50 per person includes golf games, cart, barbecue dinner and raffle entry. Space is limited, so folks are encouraged to sign up soon. For more information, call the Bishop Chamber of Commerce at (760) 8735828.
KIDS FISHING FESTIVAL
The 33rd Annual Kids Fishing Festival returns to Mammoth’s SnowCreek Resort ponds from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Rods and reels are provided as are guides to help the kids. There are several educational booths such as a casting booth, archery lessons, dissection, and more. The Mammoth Lakes Lions Club offers donuts, orange juice and coffee, plus the Latin Market will have their food truck. This free event is sponsored by Eastern Sierra Artists and the Town of Mammoth Lakes. Go to KidsFishFest.com for more information or call (760) 937-2942. No advance registration is required.
D.V. BRILL CAR TRAIN RIDES
Death Valley Brill Car train rides at Laws Railroad Museum and Historic Site, Bishop, from 10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., or 3:30 p.m. if demand warrants. Tickets may be purchased either at the Train Station (cash only), or in the Reception Center Gift Shop (credit cards accepted). Prices are $5 per person, children under 10, $1 each. Small children sitting on adult’s lap are free. Pets must be leashed. For more information, visit www.lawsmuseum.org.
Monday, Aug. 1 BIG PINE SCHOOL BOARD
Big Pine Unified School District Board of Trustees meeting will be held at 6 p.m. in the BPUSD Conference Building on the school campus. All are welcome. Please check the posted agenda on the district website, www. bigpineschools.org, after July 29.
FREE CONCERT IN THE PARK
Free concert by Bishop Community Band at the City Park Gazebo beginning at 8 p.m. Bring lawn chairs or a blanket to sit on.
Tuesday, Aug. 2 BISHOP TWIN THEATRE’S SUMMER KID MOVIE MATINEES
At Bishop Twin Theatre, 237 N. Main St., Bishop; children’s movies playing in both theatres concurrently; each show, $2; “Stuart Little,” “Hotel Transylvania 3,” noon; “Daddy Day Camp,” “Emoji Movie,” 2 p.m. For more information, go to bishoptwintheatre.com.
Thursday, Aug. 4 BISHOP TWIN THEATRE’S SUMMER KID MOVIE MATINEES
At Bishop Twin Theatre, 237 N. Main St., Bishop; children’s movies playing in both theatres concurrently; each show, $2; “Stuart Little,” “Hotel Transylvania 3,” noon; “Daddy Day Camp,” “Emoji Movie,” 2 p.m. For more information, go to bishoptwintheatre.com.
BISHOP TOPS
Bishop TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets Thursdays, 6 p.m., at the Highlands Senior Clubhouse. TOPS can help you reach your weight loss goals - providing tools, information, support and accountability. For more information contact Teresa at 872-6729 or visit www.tops.org.
Saturday, Aug. 6 DEHYDRATION WORKSHOP
“How to Dehydrate Fruits, Vegetables, and Herbs” will be from 10 a.m. - noon at the Tri-County Fairgrounds, Tallman Building. This workshop is an opportunity to learn basic dehydrating techniques for preserving vegetables, fruits, and herbs. Participants will discover ways to dehydrate and prepare meals for storage and backpacking. This workshop is being presented by the Inyo-Mono Master Food Preservers. Reservations are necessary, (760) 8737854. There is a $15 charge, payable to UC Regents. Go to https://surveys.ucanr. edu/survey.cfm?surveynumber=36849? pid=5293 to register.