Happy Saturday. Hope you’re on the hill and not behind a computer. Conditions are killer out there. Chairs one, three and the upper gondi are running and there are good turns to be had all over. Saddle Bowl, as usual, is a standout. And if you ever want to session the park by yourself, all you have to do is show up between 8:30am and 9:30am, if today is any indication.

But save some gas in the proverbial tank for tonight because it should be a great night in town with an art show celebrating the life of Mammoth native Jeff Anderson, the world premiere of the film “Hot Laps” that was shot exclusively at Mammoth and the immediate backcountry and, finally, a set by Shiny Toy Guns. So power nap, or do what you have to do to get ready — it’s gonna be a great night. More info on all of this goodness is below.

Saturday, November 14, 2009

All Day - The Auld Dubliner – $2 PBRs all day.

3pm-6pm - Happier Hour at Gomez’s - With Mexi Fries, quesadillas and chimichangas for less than $3 and great beer specials it’s  a great Happy Hour. Our faves? The Mexi Fries and shrimp tacos.

4pm-6pm - Base Camp Cafe – Burger & Beer special -  $5.95.  Pint of Mammoth brew (or your favorite beverage) and burger and fries. Vegetarians be prepared for a let-them-eat-beef tax: veggie burgers are an additional $2.

4:30pm-6:30pm – Happy Hour at The Bistro at Snowcreek – 50% off well drinks and draft beer and appetizer specials.

5pm-6pm – Happy Hour at Whiskey Creek. 50% off all food, except desserts, in the bar and $1 off pints. If you’re looking for dinner it’s the best deal in town. And the food is really good.  If you want a table, get there before 5:30pm.

5pm-6pm – Happy Hour at Cafe 203 in the Best Western – $8.99 all-y0u-can-eat Indian buffet. We’ve only been there once but it was tasty, albeit on the spicy side. There are also drink specials like $3 drafts.

6pm-9pm – “I Am Snowboarding” Art Show Opening Reception at the Village – Celebrate the life of pro-rider Jeff Anderson through the works of 40 of the snowboarding community’s most high profile artists.
6 to 9pm @ The Village.  Info:  800.MAMMOTH.

8pm – World Premier of “Hot Laps” – The Village – Filmed 100% in Mammoth and starring the Unbound Pro Team and friends, this flick showcases an incredible amount of terrain on the mountain and in the backcountry.  Pro-rider appearances, beer garden, DJ and giveaways round out this showcase night.

8pm – “The Diary of Anne Frank” at Luxury Outlet Mall. $20. Presented by Mammoth Lakes Repertory.  More info at  760.709.1981.

9pm -Shiny Toy Guns Live – Canyon Lodge -After Hot Laps keep the party rolling with an incredible set from alt-rock stars Shiny Toy Guns at Canyon Lodge.  Tickets are $15  until 5pm today at the ticket counter at Main Lodge or the front desk at The Village Lodge.  Tickets are $20 at the door. There will also be complimentary bus transportation between The Village and Canyon Lodge.

or $20 at the door.  21+ only. We chatted with the band recently, check out our preview.

7:30pm -Classical Music Concert at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church. Free. An evening of pleasant music with the Eastern Sierra Chamber Orchestra and guest conductor Brian Shuldt.  Call  760.934.7015 for info.

10pm-11pm - Westin Monache – Late night Happy Hour and DJ Clearly spinning dance music until 2am.

Sunday, November 15, 2009

All Day - The Auld Dubliner – $2 PBRs all day.

All Day - Side Door Cafe – 10% off your bill for all locals.

All Day - Angel’s – Sports Bar Sundays – $4 Build your own Bloody Mary bar, $2 Coors drafts, $1 Silver Dollar pancakes and huge brunch menu that includes a Cap’N Crunch encrusted French Toast.

7am-9am - Side Door Cafe - Discounts on coffee and pastries.

11am-close – NFL Football Happy Hour at Whiskey Creek. 50% off all food from the special, smaller than the regular menu, Sunday menu in the bar and $1 off pints.

3pm-6pm - Happier Hour at Gomez’s - With Mexi Fries, quesadillas and chimichangas for less than $3 and great beer specials it’s  a great Happy Hour. Our faves? The Mexi Fries and shrimp tacos.

4pm – “The Diary of Anne Frank” at Luxury Outlet Mall. $20. Presented by Mammoth Lakes Repertory.  More info at  760.709.1981.

4pm-6pm - Base Camp Cafe – Burger & Beer special -  $5.95.  Pint of Mammoth brew (or your favorite beverage) and burger and fries. Vegetarians be prepared for a let-them-eat-beef tax: veggie burgers are an additional $2.

4:30pm-6:30pm – Happy Hour at The Bistro at Snowcreek – 50% off well drinks and draft beer and appetizer specials.

5pm-6pm – Happy Hour at Cafe 203 in the Best Western – $8.99 all-y0u-can-eat Indian buffet. We’ve only been there once but it was tasty, albeit on the spicy side. There are also drink specials like $3 drafts