Harvey Heath 1947 ~ 2023
Bear Valley, CA…Harvey Heath November 26, 1947 ~ August 2, 2023 (age 75)
Romantic Bear Valley Tonight at Bear Valley Music Festival
Bear Valley, CA…Close your eyes, relax, and enjoy works that will reflect the beautiful surroundings of Bear Valley: Wagner’s Forest Murmurs, Liadov’s “Enchanted Lake,” and a musical thunderstorm during Liszt’s “Les Preludes.” These famous works will deeply connect us to the beauty that surrounds the tent. The concert will conclude with Max Richter’s Vivaldi Reimagined […]
Candlelight Chamber Night at Bear Valley Music Festival
Bear Valley, CA…Because of its intimate nature, chamber music has been described as “the music of friends.” And that’s especially true in Bear Valley when we gather in the tent to hear our own symphony musicians join together to perform works they select. Chamber music brings the listener in to feel what each individual musician […]
Big Trees Market Weekly Ad, Grocery, Produce, Meat & Deli Specials Through August 8th! Shop Local & Save!
Arnold, CA…Big Trees Market is working hard to keep the shelves stocked for you! Part of your community for generations. Click on an image below for full sized version.
Big Trees Market Weekly Ad, Grocery, Produce, Meat & Deli Specials July 26 ~ Aug1st! Shop Local & Save!
Arnold, CA…Big Trees Market is working hard to keep the shelves stocked for you! Part of your community for generations. Click on an image below for full sized version.
Story Tellers Tonight at Bear Valley Music Festival
Bear Valley, CA…This year being the 55th anniversary of the festival, we chose Ravi Shankar’s Symphony to return ourselves to the musical pulse of 1968. Shankar’s work is a wonderfully exotic concerto for sitar and orchestra with guest soloist Arjun Verma. Following a story from India, in the second half, we will tell the story of […]
Your Adventure Awaits at Bear Valley Adventure Company!
Bear Valley, CA…Your Adventure Awaits at Bear Valley Adventure Company! They have high quality traditional and electric mountain bike rentals & sales. On the water side they have high quality kayaks, canoes & paddleboards, rentals & Sales! Your high country adventure awaits. MOUNTAIN BIKE RENTALS THE BEAR VALLEY ADVENTURE COMPANY OFFERS HIGH-QUALITY TRADITIONAL AND ELECTRIC […]
Live and Let Die – A Tribute to Paul McCartney with the Bear Valley Orchestra
Bear Valley, CA…Singer and recording artist, Tony Kishman is the creator and band leader of “Live And Let Die” which celebrates the music of Pual McCartney. This award-winning show brings the music and magic of both The Beatles and Paul McCartney to a new generation and receives rave reviews by “Beatlemaniacs” for his uncanny resemblance […]
Laurence Hobgood Trio Tonight at Bear Valley Music Festival
Bear Valley, CA…Jazz Times says that Laurence Hobgood – a multiple Grammy® nominee and 2010 Grammy winner – is “One of the finest pianists out there. Period.” He is a joyful and melodic improviser who lights up the most familiar works like Georgia on My Mind or Nat Cole’s Straighten Up and Fly Right and Beatle’s Blackbird. A talented composer, […]
Big Trees Market Weekly Ad, Grocery, Produce, Meat & Deli Specials July 26 ~ Aug1st! Shop Local & Save!
Arnold, CA…Big Trees Market is working hard to keep the shelves stocked for you! Part of your community for generations. Click on an image below for full sized version.
The 55th Season Bear Valley Music Festival Is Underway!
Bear Valley, CA…The opening weekend of our 2023 season is behind us, and it was a rousing success. We had sold out crowds for both The English Band and Steel n’ Chicago, and only a handful of seats left for Deja Vu. The crowd danced, sang along, and enjoyed beautiful music together under the big […]
Portions of Stanislaus National Forest Enters High Hazard Fire Restrictions
Sonora, CA…With the release of Forest Service Order FS-16-2023-16, the Stanislaus National Forest will enter into high hazard fire restrictions effective, Wednesday, July 27, 2023.With the forest order, the following items are prohibited in the high hazard areas: Discharging a firearm Building, maintaining, attending or using a fire, campfire, or stove fire, except in the […]
30th Annual Arts of Bear Valley Summer Show with the Bear Valley Music Festival
Bear Valley, CA…We are delighted to announce the 30th Annual Arts of Bear Valley (AOBV) Summer Art Show, in collaboration with the Bear Valley Music Festival Through August 6. Visitors can enjoy the paintings, pottery, and photography of 18 local artists at the Perry Walther Building, adjacent to the Bear Valley Music Festival Tent. From […]
Big Trees Market Weekly Ad, Grocery, Produce, Meat & Deli Specials July 19 ~ 25! Shop Local & Save!
Arnold, CA…Big Trees Market is working hard to keep the shelves stocked for you! Part of your community for generations. Click on an image below for full sized version.
Deja Vu Performing Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young Tonight at Bear Valley Music Festival
Bear Valley, CA…For over 5 decades, the music of Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young has spoken to generations of audiences worldwide. From the gentle love songs like “Our House” and “Guinnevere” to the politically charged anthems like “Chicago”, “Long Time Gone”, and “Ohio”, CSN&Y’s powerful messages have never failed to move audiences. Deja Vu is […]
Steel ‘n’ Chicago Tonight at Bear Valley Music Festival
Bear Valley, CA…Steel ‘n’ Chicago celebrates the magical music of Chicago & Steely Dan! THAT’S RIGHT! – TWO GREAT CLASSIC BANDS!!! Now you can hear songs you know and love played live! From Saturday in the Park and 25 or 6 to 4, to Reelin’ in the Years and Hey 19, Steel ‘n’ Chicago performs the music with pure love for the harmonies and classic […]
The English Beat Opening 2023 Bear Valley Music Festival
Bear Valley, CA…The English Beat is coming to Bear Valley! With an energetic mix of musical styles, the band’s unique sound has allowed it to endure for nearly three decades and appeal to fans, young and old, all over the world. Consummate showman that he is, Dave Wakeling has continued to keep The Beat alive […]
Big Trees Market Weekly Ad, Grocery, Produce, Meat & Deli Specials July 19 ~ 25! Shop Local & Save!
Arnold, CA…Big Trees Market is working hard to keep the shelves stocked for you! Part of your community for generations. Click on an image below for full sized version.
No Tobacco Products are Sold to Young Adults in Alpine County
Markleeville, CA…Alpine County’s two tobacco retailers, the Markleeville General Store and Lake Alpine Lodge passed a tobacco spot check by refusing to sell to someone under the age of 21. On July 12th and July 17th, The Alpine County Tobacco Control Program conducted its annual local survey of tobacco retailers and their compliance with the […]
Big Trees Market Weekly Ad, Grocery, Produce, Meat & Deli Specials July 12 ~ 18! Shop Local & Save!
Arnold, CA…Big Trees Market is working hard to keep the shelves stocked for you! They have also implemented enhanced safety, cleaning and social distancing procedures in the store. These include plastic shields between staff and public in the checkstands. Click on an image below for full sized version.
Nature’s Air Conditioner Awaits in Bear Valley! Rent a Boat from BVAC Today!
Bear Valley, CA…Nature’s Air Conditioner Awaits in Bear Valley! Rent a Boat from BVAC Today!
Reminder Hwy 4 Over Ebbetts Pass Closed for the Death Ride Tomorrow!
Markleeville, CA…The Death Ride started in 1978 when five guys decided to cycle the California Alps in one day, with just the support of friends and family following along in a vehicle. The event quickly grew to worldwide recognition in the cycling community, and is a sought-after event for those looking for a serious challenge. […]
The Tent Is Coming! Get Your Tickets Now for the 2023 Bear Valley Music Festival!
Bear Valley, CA…The snow is melting and excitement is in the air as we prepare for the tent to arrive. If you still need to purchase your tickets or season subscriptions, don’t delay; Some shows are almost SOLD OUT, and we wouldn’t want you to miss out. To learn more about the 2023 season, click here to […]
Big Trees Market Weekly Ad, Grocery, Produce, Meat & Deli Specials July 12 ~ 18! Shop Local & Save!
Arnold, CA…Big Trees Market is working hard to keep the shelves stocked for you! They have also implemented enhanced safety, cleaning and social distancing procedures in the store. These include plastic shields between staff and public in the checkstands. Click on an image below for full sized version.
Enjoy Moderate Temps This Week as Excessive Heat Warnings in Place for Next Weekend
Arnold, CA…The Heat Warnings & Forecasts for our area is below. Detailed forecast for West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada. Today, Sunny. Highs 65 to 80 higher elevations…76 to 86 lower elevations. Prevailing southeast winds up to 10 mph shifting to the southwest in the afternoon. Tonight Clear. Lows 43 to 58 higher elevations…53 to 67 […]
Huge Bike Sale at Bear Valley Adventure Company & High Country Summer Hits Full Stride
Bear Valley, CA…Kick off your summer with a new bike. The Bear Valley Adventure Co., starting July 1st, is having a bike sale of new Specialized bikes, traditional and electric, for the whole family. Summer Activities Update! This historic winter’s snowpack is rapidly receding, and summer activities in Bear Valley are finally emerging. Camping: The […]
Big Trees Market Weekly Ad, Grocery, Produce, Meat & Deli Specials July 5 ~ 11! Shop Local & Save!
Arnold, CA…Big Trees Market is working hard to keep the shelves stocked for you! They have also implemented enhanced safety, cleaning and social distancing procedures in the store. These include plastic shields between staff and public in the checkstands. Click on an image below for full sized version.
Traffic & Fire Update….Vehicle Fire Near Sr4 / Ganns Meadow Dr
Ganns Meadow, CA…Traffic & Fire Update….Vehicle Fire Near Sr4 / Ganns Meadow Dr Incident: 00122 Type: Car Fire Location: Sr4 / Ganns Meadow Dr Loc Desc: EB 4 AT BEAR VALLEY Lat/Lon: 38.403883 -120.159886 Detail Information 10:27 AM 1 [1] RED SD ON RHS Unit Information 10:39 AM 2 Unit Enroute 10:39 AM 1 Unit […]
Huge Bike Sale at Bear Valley Adventure Company & High Country Summer Hits Full Stride
Bear Valley, CA…Kick off your summer with a new bike. The Bear Valley Adventure Co., starting July 1st, is having a bike sale of new Specialized bikes, traditional and electric, for the whole family. Summer Activities Update! This historic winter’s snowpack is rapidly receding, and summer activities in Bear Valley are finally emerging. Camping: The […]
Big Trees Market Weekly Ad, Grocery, Produce, Meat & Deli Specials July 5 ~ 11! Shop Local & Save!
Arnold, CA…Big Trees Market is working hard to keep the shelves stocked for you! They have also implemented enhanced safety, cleaning and social distancing procedures in the store. These include plastic shields between staff and public in the checkstands. Click on an image below for full sized version.