COMMUNITY CALENDAR
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Ongoing FREE TAX HELP FEBRUARY THROUGH APRIL 15
The AARP Foundation Tax Aide programs in Bishop and Mammoth using IRS-certified volunteers prepare federal and state tax returns online without charge to low- and moderateincome residents. Call one of the following numbers for an appointment or for more information:
Bishop, (760) 938-0468 Mammoth Lakes, (760)
Limited service will be offered in Lone Pine during March. Call the Bishop number above for more information. All taxpayers are encouraged to file early even if they potentially owe money as those payments are not due until April 15, regardless of when they file their tax return.
TRI-VALLEY GROUNDWATER MANAGEMENT DISTRICT
Tri-Valley Groundwater Management District and its board of directors intends to a vacancy on its board by appointment at its regular meeting at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 28 to be held at 123B Valley Road, Chalfant. This is an at large seat position. Persons interested in being considered for this appointment to the board must be a resident and owner of record of real property located within the district and must be a registered voter. Interested persons need to be willing to participate in monthly meetings involving groundwater issues within the district, come to meetings prepared to participate in agenda items, respond to emails from other directors, and be willing to accept additional assignments on occasion. Interested persons are encouraged to provide a letter of interest to the Secretary of the Board of Directors via U.S. mail to TVGMD, 123B Valley Rd., Chalfant, CA 93514 or via email to secretary@tvgmd.org to be received no later than 5:00 P.M. on Wednesday, February 21, 2024.
Questions concerning this appointment may be addressed to the Secretary of the Board of Directors at (760) 872-1529.
Tuesday, Jan. 30 CALICO QUILTERS GUILD
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The regular monthly meeting of the Calico Quilters Guild will be at 10 a.m. in the Patio Building at the Eastern Sierra Tri-County Fairgrounds.
COUNTY SUPERVISOR DISTRICT CANDIDATE GINA JONES MEET 4
Genevieve “Gina” Jones will be discussing her candidacy for District 4 supervisor from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the home of Edie Trimmer, 321 Dewey St, Big Pine. Attendees can hear about her goals as supervisor and share their concerns about the Inyo County’s future. For more information, contact Edie Trimmer at 801-597-2104 (edieann@xmission.com). You can also call Jones at (760) 930-8338 (gina4inyo@gmail.com).
Wednesday, Jan. 31 NIH AUXILIARY
The Northern Inyo Hospital Auxiliary meet every Wednesday at the Hospital Annex 2759 Birch Street (enter at the Grandview Street Entrance) at 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.
DISTRICT 5 CANDIDATES FORUM
A candidates forum for the race for Inyo County District 5 supervisor will be from 5 - 7 p.m. at Statham Hall, 138 N. Jackson St., Lone Pine. Attendees can hear candidates address issues as well as ask questions.
Thursday, Feb. 1 FREE YOGA CLASSES
The Mono County Public Health, Tobacco Education and Social Services is offering free yoga classes from 11 a.m. - noon at the Chalfant Community Center, 123 Valley Road Chalfant Valley, for adults and mature teens of all levels and abilities. For more information, call Call (760) 924-1770.
BISHOP TOPS
Bishop TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets Thursdays, 5 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 8726729 or visit www.tops.org.
Friday, Feb. 2 MEET THE DISTRICT 4 CANDIDATES
The Big Pine Community Association will be hosting a Meet the Candidate Night at the Big Pine Town Hall starting at 6 p.m. There are two candidates running for Inyo County Fourth District Supervisor: Genevieve Jones and Jennifer Roeser. This is a great opportunity for Big Pine citizens to meet and learn more about each candidates’ ideas and priorities before Election Day.
Monday, Feb. 5 NORTHERN INYO AIRPORT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
The Northern Inyo Airport Advisory Committee will conduct its quarterly meeting at 5 p.m. at the Bishop Airport Terminal Building. Call Ashley Helms for more information, (760) 8780200.
Tuesday, Feb. 6 COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
The Inyo County Board of Supervisors meets in regular session at 10 a.m. with the agenda available at the county website, www.inyocounty. us. The meeting will be held in the Board Chambers at the County Administrative Center in Independence, 224 N. Edwards St. You can stream meetings live and participate via Zoom through the county’s website at www. inyocounty.us/.
AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY
The American Legion Auxiliary Unit 118 will hold its regular monthly meeting at 3 p.m. at AltaOne Bank conference room, 462 Main St., Bishop. All women with a military families are welcome. For information, call Joyce Curwick, (909) 342-2167.
Wednesday, Feb. 7 NIH AUXILIARY
The Northern Inyo Hospital Auxiliary meet 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.
AMERICAN LEGION POST 118
The American Legion Post 118 will have its meeting at 6 p.m. at the Elks Lodge, 151 East Line Street, Bishop. All veterans are welcome.
Thursday, Feb. 8 FREE YOGA CLASSES
The Mono County Public Health, Tobacco Education and Social Services is offering free yoga classes from 11 a.m. - noon at the Chalfant Community Center, 123 Valley Road Chalfant Valley, for adults and mature teens of all levels and abilities. For more information, call Call (760) 924-1770.
BISHOP TOPS
Bishop TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets Thursdays, 5 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 8726729 or visit www.tops.org.
Saturday, Feb. 10 BISHOP TROUT RODEO
The Bishop Trout Rodeo returns to the Eastern Sierra Tri-County Fairgrounds. This will be a trout tournament for both fly fishers and conventional fishers. Pleasant Valley Reservoir and the Owens River will be the focus of the fishing. For more information, call the Bishop Chamber of Commerce, (760) 873-8405.
Sunday, Feb. 11 BOB-O’S SUPER BOWL GOLF TOURNAMENT SHOTGUN
The Bob-O’s Super Bowl Shotgun Golf Tournament will be at the Bishop Country Club, 1325 U.S. Highway 395, Bishop. For more information and to register, call the Bishop Country Club, (760) 873-5828.
Monday, Feb. 12 BISHOP CITY COUNCIL
The Bishop City Council is scheduled to meet in open session at 6 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at Bishop City Hall, 301 W. Line St. Meeting agendas, including how the meetings can be viewed remotely, can be found on the city’s website, www.cityofbishop. com.