COMMUNITY CALENDAR
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Ongoing PLAYHOUSE 395’S “BYE BYE BIRDIE”
Playhouse 395’s upcoming spring production is the beloved musical, “Bye Bye Birdie” – a witty, humorous, and honest look at the generational differences between adults and teens in a loving send-up of the 1950s in smalltown America. Full of memorable characters, this comedy tells a hilarious, high-energy story accompanied by a familiar musical score that celebrates the beginnings of rock and roll. The production is set to open March 15 and run through March 23. Performance times and tickets are available at www. playhouse395.com.
SIERRA CLASSIC THEATRE
The Sierra Classic Theatre presents “The Minutes,” from March 15 through March 30. The play takes place in real time at a small-town town council meeting so the play has been staged at the Town of Mammoth Lakes Offices, Ste. Z. The Broadway production of “The Minutes” received a Tony nomination for Best Play and has been compared to plays such as “To Kill a Mockingbird” and “Inherit the Wind.” Get your tickets now: https://app.promotix.com/events/ details/The-Minutes-by-Tracy-Lettstickets?referrer=\. For more information, visit SierraClassicTheatre.org.
FREE TAX HELP FEBRUARY THROUGH APRIL 15
The AARP Foundation Tax Aide programs in Bishop and Mammoth expanded opportunities in Bishop. Appointments are now being accepted for Friday afternoons from 1:30 - 4 p.m. Additionally as a result of the Library flood, the Mammoth site has moved to Fire Station No. 2 (next to Snowcreek Athletic Club) until the library reopens.
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. To schedule an appointment, call one of the following: Bishop, (760) 938-0468 Mammoth, (760) 914-4352 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.
TK/KINDER PRE-REGISTRATION
TK/kinder pre-registration has opened for Bishop Elementary School, 800 W. Elm St., Bishop, for the school year beginning Aug. 15. Parents or guardians should bring a copy of their online registration, child’s birth certificate, proof or residence and immunization record. For more information, call (760) 872-1278 or visit www.bishopschools.org/o/BES.
Thursday, March 14 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.
OWENS VALLEY GROUNDWATER AUTHORITY
The Owens Valley Groundwater Authority Board of Directors will meet at
p.m. at the Inyo County Water Department, 135 S. Jackson St., Independence, and on Zoom. For more information, call Laura Piper, (760) 8780001, or email lpiper@inyocounty.us.
BISHOP LIONS STUDENT SPEAKERS
Bishop Lions will hold its zone-level student speakers contest this at 4:30 p.m. at the Bishop VFW Hall, 484 Short St. Students from Independence, Mammoth and Bishop Lions who won at the local club level will compete in the Nevada District 46 Zone 1-E level contest, with the subject “What Risk does Artificial Intelligence pose to the future of American culture?” Several local officials will judge the students as they compete, with the winner moving on to the Region level contest in Carson City, Nevada. The students were recruited by local Lions members in their communities beginning last fall and this level of competition is the result of research, practice speaking solo and with family and tutor assistance, with the hope of moving on through competition and earning scholarship support for further education after high school. More information on the annual Lions International student speakers contests can be obtained from any local Lion member or by calling 2023-2024 President Susie Whitman in Bishop, (760) 920-0699.
NO MAN’S LAND FILM FEST
The No Man’s Land Film Fest, presented by Mountain Hardware, Eastern Sierra Interpretive Association and Bishop Twin Theatre will be from 6:15 p.m. - 9 p.m. at Bishop Twin Theatre, 237 N. Main St., Bishop.
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 872-6729 or visit www.tops.org.
Saturday, March 16 ST. STEPHEN’S RUMMAGE SALE
St. Stephen’s Catholic Mission will hold its annual Rummage and Bake Sale from 8 a.m. - noon in the Big Pine Town Hall on Dewey Street. There will be something for everyone and baked goods too. For donations, please call Rose Todd, (760) 938-2911. All proceeds will go to St. Stephen’s Building Repair Fund.
ESCA BLUE RIBBON WALK/RUN
The Eastern Sierra Cancer Alliance’s seventh Annual Blue-Ribbon Walk and Run will be at at Brown’s Town Campground in Bishop with registration starting at 8:30 a.m. and the event beginning at 9 a.m. All funds raised support those in Inyo and Mono counties who are undergoing treatment for various cancers. Visit ESCancerAlliance.org for more information.
EASTERN SIERRA BOWMAN
The next Eastern Sierra Bowman shoot will be a one-day shoot at Sand Canyon up above Millpond with sign ups at 9 a.m. Regular shoot fees apply. If you have not paid your membership, it is due now for this year.
AMERICAN LEGION POST 118
American Legion Post 118 is celebrating its105 birthday at the Bishop Elks from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. There will be a free lunch and all veterans and Legion
Auxiliary members are invited.
FRIENDS OF THE EASTERN CALIFORNIA MUSEUM
The Friends of the Eastern California Museum will have its Annual Membership Meeting and Potluck Dinner at the American Legion Hall in Independence, 201 S. Edwards Street, Independence, with doors opening at 4:30 p.m. and the program/meeting starting at 5:15 p.m. Owens Valley author and historian David Woodruff will be the guest speaker for the free presentation. There also will be a silent auction to help assist the organization’s support the Eastern California Museum. To RSVP or for more information, call (760) 920-4020 or visit info@fecm.org.
Sunday, March 17 LONE PINE VFW ST. PAT’S DINNER
Lone Pine VFW Post No. 8036 Auxiliary will have its annual St. Patrick’s Day Dinner from 4:30 - 7 p.m. at 481 S. Main St., Lone Pine. There will be corned beef and cabbage, dine-in or take-out, for a $15 donation.
Tuesday, March 19 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/.
TRANSITIONAL KINDERGARTEN (TK)/KINDERGARTEN ROUND UP
Bishop Elementary School will be holding a Transitional Kindergarten (TK)/Kindergarten Round Up from 6 - 7 p.m. at 800 W. Elm St.., Bishop. A hotdog dinner will be provided during this opportunity to meet the teachers and administration, visit the classrooms, play on the playground, get any help with registration and for more information.
Wednesday, March 20 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.
Thursday, March 21 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 872-6729 or visit www.tops.org.