Event ticklers
7th annual Oktoberfest
The Village at Mammoth presents the 7th annual Mammoth Lakes Oktoberfest, Sept. 23-24.
Lakanuki will be on-site at the Biergarten pouring beer and cocktails with Jagermeister and Spaten specials. Commemorative beer steins and logo stadium cups for sale with discounted refills. And while you’re enjoying that bier, enjoy some great music, too!
FRIDAY: 6-9 p.m. The local favorite, world-touring, ska-rock band Warsaw Poland Brothers, sponsored by Jagermeister, play the Main Plaza under the big tent. Local restaurants will feature traditional Bavarian cuisine and full bar on site.
SATURDAY: noon-6 p.m. Back for another year of family fun and dancing is Southern California’s traditional Oom-Pah-Pah band Roger and The Villagers from 1-6 p.m.
Adult competitions and games throughout the event including the infamous men’s and women’s Stein Holding contest. Multiple local restaurants will also showcase German fare thoughout the day, and a Kids’ Craft Tent hosted by “All About Kids” will have crafts and pumpkin decorating from 1-4 p.m.
Admission to all events: free!
Doggie need a bath …
… Then drop by the Neighborhood Dog Wash on Saturday, Sept. 17 at 11 a.m. in front of the Mammoth Luxury Outlet Mall at the yellow tent. Tubs, shampoo, brushes and pet products provided. Baths are by donation and 100% of proceeds go to I.C.A.R.E. (Inyo and Mono County Animal Resources and Education). Info: sandrad@greenfoxevents.com or 760.709.6744.
Mono Basin trout quilt raffle
The Mono Basin Historical Society will raffle a beautiful trout quilted bed cover, tickets are $1 each or 6 for $5, available from trustees or officers, or at Nicely’s Restaurant in downtown Lee Vining – see it on display there! Raffle will take place on Sept. 24 during the 8th annual Ghosts of the Sagebrush Tour. Call 760.647.6461 or 760.647.6644 for more info, or to buy tickets by mail!
Mammoth Library Film Noir
Like your classic movies dark and mysterious? Then the Film Series: “LA NOIR, The Dark Side of the City of Angels” is just the ticket! Discuss the book at 6 p.m., and see the film at 7 p.m.
All events are free, and take place at the Mammoth Library. On the schedule:
“Double Indemnity” by James Cain, Sept. 20, “The Big Sleep” by Raymond Chandler, Oct. 18, and “L.A. Confidential” by James Ellroy, Nov. 15!
Discuss the book at 6 p.m., see the film at 7 p.m. Free. Info: 760.934.4777.
Benefit/memorial at the Dub
On Saturday, September 10, a tragic traffic accident claimed the life of a Mammoth Lakes resident and severely injured 3 more locals.
While traveling west on Highway 80 outside Laramie, Wyo., a vehicle carrying Travis Mann, Ashley Hailey, Chris Ricci and William ‘Billy’ Krawisz was struck from behind by a tractor trailer, ultimately causing the vehicle to lose control and roll over twice. All passengers were ejected during the accident and Billy died on the scene. Travis, Chris and Ashley suffered extensive injuries and are curently receiving medical care.
The Auld Dubliner will be hosting a memorial/ fund-raiser featuring music by Lava Moon and raffle prizes on Wednesday Sept. 21 at 9 p.m. All donations will be distributed to the victims to help with recovery costs. Donations may also be mailed to Chris Camilli, Box #8381, Mammoth Lakes, Calif. 93546.
