County museum to hold Christmas Gala
The Madera County Historical Society will host a Christmas “Night at the Museum” Gala at the Courthouse Museum, 210 W. Yosemite Avenue, on December 7, from 5 to 8 p.m. About two-dozen museum rooms will be decorated with Christmas trees, lights, wreaths and more. Guests may enjoy appetizers, a no-host bar, and a performance by […]
Oakhurst cafe to host virtuoso guitarist
Bee’s Bakery Cafe, 40250 Junction Drive, will host Italian virtuoso guitarist Alberto Lombardi for a food and win event on Friday, beginning at 5 p.m. Lombardi is an internationally renowned acoustic fingerstyle and electric rock player. Dinner begins at 5:30 p.m. and the show starts at 7 p.m.
Fossil Discovery Center provides Halloween fun
The Fossil Discovery Center of Madera County will host its fourth annual Haunted Night at the Museum on Saturday. The event will be from 7-9 p.m. This will be a night of fun for just $10 per person, and includes a hot dog meal. Kids under two are free. Join the Halloween-themed fun with a […]
County celebrates a 94-year-old tradition
Madera had just recovered from the infamous Alta Hotel fire when somebody conceived of an idea to draw attention from the disaster by initiating something called “Old Timers Day.” Thus, on Oct. 31, 1931, a county-wide celebration was held to remember the community’s past. It would honor its citizens who had lived in the county […]
Long-time Historical Society director and husband to lead parade
The Madera County Historical Society’s long-time President Sheryl Berry has been named the Old Timers’ Day Parade Queen, and will bring her husband, Randy, along to be the King. “I’m not a king, except in my barn where the pigeons hang out,” Randy said. The Berrys were eating a late breakfast when Old Timers’ Day […]
Longtime downtown business owner named Grand Marshal
Leighton’s Jewelers has been a mainstay in Downtown Madera since 1956, which was two years before Chris Miller was born. Miller grew up in the business and officially bought his father out in 1991 before retiring, and closing Leighton’s in 2024. The store has since reopened under a different, but same name (Leightons Custom Jewelry […]
Museum opens for celebration
The Madera County Historical Society is celebrating its 70th anniversary with an open house at the Madera County Museum during Old Timers Day on Saturday. The Open House will begin at 11 a.m., following the parade to celebrate the Museum, fresh off its “Best of Central California 2025” victories. The Museum received a gold medal […]
Local college student writes for ambitious movie project
From a young age, Alyssa Gonzalez was fascinated by the idea of writing for films. So when four social media influencers turned filmmakers — Marcus Johns, Christian Del Grosso, Darrick Landreneau and Jesse Dueck — posted a casting call seeking 100 writers, Gonzalez answered. Gonzalez, who was born and raised in Madera, is a senior […]
Coarsegold Rodeo brings fall family fun
COARSEGOLD — This fall, the Central Valley will come alive with the sights, sounds, and spirit of the West as two local rodeo families join forces for an unforgettable celebration of community, tradition, and western heritage. The Coarsegold Rodeo Harvest Rodeo takes place on October 25, at the Coarsegold Rodeo Grounds. This partnership has been […]
Madera Fair announces concert performers
The Madera District Fair is turning up the volume September 4-7, with the All Free Table Mountain Concert Series presented by Estrella Jalisco. The Madera District Fair will provide four unforgettable nights of live music included with Fair admission. From classic rock legends to chart-topping country and high-energy regional Mexican music, this year’s lineup offers […]