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First Cohort Strong

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Last Tuesday was the first session of the Chamber’s sold-out Leadership: Making of a Manager course. A full cohort of locals stepped into the program. Early takeaways included “aha” moments and ideas being tested back in the workplace. “Leadership isn’t learned in a room—it’s built in the moments you choose to apply it.”

Stocking and Snipping


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Everyone is welcome to come out to Crowley Lake early Tuesday, May 5, 8–9am to be part of the Crowley Fish Foundation’s inaugural trout stocking together with an Official Chamber Ribbon Cutting. Around 1,600 pounds of trout will be released, including tagged trophy fish with prizes. Be part of this milestone moment on the water. >>> Click here for more info

Double Header


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The double header is on Wednesday, May 6, 5–6pm. Mammoth Hospital reveals its remodeled Family Medicine Clinic with a Chamber Ribbon Cutting. The updated space expands from 10 to 18 exam rooms and brings key services under one roof. Come along and take a look—all are welcome.  >>> Click here for more info

Community Foundation


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Nonprofits save the date—Monday, May 11, 4–5pm. This month’s Nonprofit Coalition meeting includes an update from the consulting team leading the Eastern Sierra Community Foundation effort. There will be time for input from local nonprofits. We’ll also dig into additional fundraising opportunities and share ideas across the group. >>> Click here to register

Money Moves Next


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Join us on Tuesday, May 19, 12–1:30pm, for this Power Lunch with AltaOne Federal Credit Union. We’ll get insight on how and why AltaOne serves the Mammoth community, and the business services available locally. Plus, strategies to help you think ahead with your finances. >>> Click here for more info and register

This Week

Monday, May 4
InSpire Fitness: Online Sunrise Group Workout
Google Meet

Lodging Assoc. Meeting
Zoom

MHS Booster Club Meeting
Mammoth High School Library

Eastern Sierra Pride: Monthly Meet-Up
Mountain Rambler, Bishop

Open Mic
Distant Brewing

Tuesday, May 5
Crowley Fish Foundation Inaugural Fish Stocking + Official Ribbon Cutting
Crowley Lake at Hilton Bay

Weekly Trivia Night
Mammoth Brewing Co. @ The EATery

SNARL Seminar Series: Evolution of Deer Mice
Page Center at SNARL

Wednesday, May 6
InSpire Fitness Outdoor Workouts
Whitmore Track

Master Your Money: Lunch & Learn Series
Mammoth Lakes Library

Ribbon Cutting: Family Medicine
Family Medicine Lobby

Pool Tournament
Distant Brewing

Live Music: Cassie Dunn
Shelter Distilling

Thursday, May 7
InSpire Fitness: Online Sunrise Group Workout
Google Meet

Public sauna + Cold Plunge
Outside Bar Sierra

Heated Vinyasa
Yoga Mammoth

FREE Improve Your Golf Swing Presentation
Full Circle Physiotherapy & Pilates

Mathew Clark LIVE!
Distant Brewing

Friday, May 8
InSpire Fitness Outdoor Workouts
Whitmore Track

Public Sauna + Cold Plunge
Outside Bar Sierra

Pop-up Greek Restaurant + Take out
Mammoth High School

Saturday, May 9
Mammoth Lakes Youth Fishing Outing
Crowley Lake Marina

Student Art Show Reception “Sanctuary: A Small Safe Place in a Troubling World”
MAC Community Arts Center and Gallery

Public Sauna + Cold Plunge
Outside Bar Sierra

Sunday, May 10
Mother’s Day Wildflower Print Making
MAC Community Arts Center and Gallery

Chris Baron LIVE!
Distant Brewing

Monday, May 4–June 14
Convict Lake Fishing Derby
Convict Lake

Saturday, May 4–9
Mammoth Lakes Restaurant Week
Participating Restaurants


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Chamber News

New Chamber Member Shoutout for April

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We had one new business join the Chamber in April.
Click on their logo to see who they are and what they offer.

Member News

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Distant Takes Bronze

Distant Brewing is proud to announce it earned a bronze medal at the California Craft Brewers Awards for its American Pale Ale, On the Radar. Owner Kirk Wallace, Head Brewer Brett Mance, and Production Brewer Callan Godshalk attended the festival in Sacramento, celebrating the team’s commitment to quality, balance, and innovation.


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Your Table’s Waiting

Mammoth’s first-ever Restaurant Week kicked off Saturday—and locals are already lapping it up. From prix-fixe menus and off-menu specials to creative pairings, slider flights, and live music, there’s a lot happening across town. It runs through this Saturday, May 9, so if you haven’t checked it out yet, do it this week. Try somewhere new, revisit a favorite, and see what chefs are putting forward this week. Come hungry—there’s still plenty to taste. >>> Click here for more info

Business News

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Affordability Measure Advances

A statewide push to tackle rising costs is gaining traction, with nearly 1 million signatures submitted to qualify the Building an Affordable California Act for the November 2026 ballot. The effort targets delays in the state’s project approval process—often cited as a driver of higher costs for infrastructure, housing, and more. >>> Click here to read more

 


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Fun, Family Event!

Make your way to the CRC tomorrow, Tuesday, May 5, 1:30–3:30pm because Meet a Truck is back. Get up close with vehicles and heavy equipment from Public Works, Parks & Rec, Police, the Airport, Mammoth Disposal, and Fire and check them out. Free, all ages, no RSVP needed.


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May: Mono County Food Resource Guide

For Mobile Food Drops to Food Banks and other assistance programs. >>> Click here for the English guide  >>> Click here for the Spanish guide

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