Tehachapi's Online Community News & Entertainment Guide
Tehachapi's Online Community News & Entertainment Guide
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Since its inception, the Tehachapi Arts Commission has had the mission, "to establish Tehachapi as a destination for representational fine artists and collectors," and with their third nationally recognized art show and sale happening in July, they are realizing their goal. On May 11-14, 48 plein air artists from all over the country will come to Tehachapi to spend several days exploring the town and countryside and begin the paintings that will be submitted for acceptance to Art 2023, the...
The Energy and Wellness Fair on Jan. 28 at the Healthy Hippie had a larger turnout than the last one, and there were definitely smiles all around. There were 22 healing sessions completed between four healers: Glen Larsen, Rosemary Powell, James Pickerell and Maria Lomeli. One person even hugged Scott Ware, the appointment scheduler, after receiving a session from holistic healer Dr. James Pickerell. "I really want to hug you for (encouraging me to see him)," she said. Three generations of one...
Chief Kent Kroeger has retired from the Tehachapi Police Department (TPD) effective Feb. 2, 2023. Chief Kroeger originally announced his retirement in November 2021 but rescinded his retirement in early 2022 to assist the City of Tehachapi in recruiting new officers and command staff for the department. Chief Kroeger began his career with TPD in July 2014 following 26 years with the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. "Chief Kroeger was instrumental during his career in developing the...
If you're getting closer to retirement, you might be thinking more about Social Security. Specifically, can you count on it to contribute part of the income you'll need as a retiree? There's been an increase in alarming language surrounding the solvency of Social Security, but in reality, its prospects are not nearly as gloomy as you might have heard. Here's the story: Under current law, Social Security is estimated to exhaust its trust funds by 2035, after which benefits could be cut by 20%,...
Tehachapi's weekly Farmer's Market is always a fun activity in the summers around here, and I love going to see all the produce and craft booths. Our market usually runs from May or June through August or September, in the late afternoon and early evening. Other cities have farmer's markets that run year-round at different times. Bakersfield is one of those cities and actually, they offer a couple of different markets. My friend Leila and I decided to check out the Hagen Oaks Farmer's Market a...
Be prepared for your electric bill to rise. Starting in April, net 3 metering will begin. Don’t wait – you might just regret not getting net 2 metering now. As your electric bill continues to rise, we can get you a new roof (if needed) and solar panels for the same monthly price. The time is now for a new roof and solar for $0 down at 3.49%. That’s right, no more high electric bills, no more peak hours and a new 30-50 year roof – plus solar panels that you own. If your roof doesn’t need replacement, your solar panels will be half the cost of y...
Special Valentine's Day buffet items await you and your loved ones, at The Great Wall. See the ad on this page....
Do I need to file a tax return? The answer depends on your filing status, your age and the type of income you earn. Each person is allowed to earn a certain amount of income before they are required to file a tax return. For 2022 tax returns, individuals are not allowed a personal exemption deduction, but are still entitled to a standard deduction of $12,950 for a single filer. Hence, an individual can have $12,950 of taxable income before being taxed if under age 65. If age 65 or over, an addit...
The Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce is excited to present the first in a series of amazing “Lunch and Learns” scheduled for 2023. Every month the Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce will partner with a different business to bring a wide variety of classes. “Lunch and Learns” are free. Bring your lunch and get ready to learn. February’s “Lunch and Learn” will focus on the importance of Social Media. Corey Costelloe and Key Budge from the City of Tehachapi will present the class at The Village Collective, 122 S. Green St. on Feb. 15 fr...
At the Jan. 19 meeting of the Golden Hills Community Service District (GHCSD), the new Board honored Marilyn White for her years of service to the GHCSD Board. White had served on the Board of Directors since 2014. New member Scott Wyatt was elected to the seat in the November election. During this first meeting of the year, the GHCSD Board also approved the water rate study performed by Provost & Pritchard of Bakersfield. The study is necessary to assure that any proposed water rate...
Looking for something fun to do on Valentine’s Day that’s family friendly, single friendly and date friendly? Join the Tehachapi Mountain Rodeo Association for dinner followed by a “spaghetti western” at the beautiful BeeKay Theatre, 110 S. Green St. in downtown Tehachapi. Adults are $25, kids 4-13 are $10, kids under 3 are free. Dinner will be homemade lasagna, salad, Olive Garden bread sticks and dessert. No host bar. Dinner starts at 5:30 p.m. at the American Legion Tehachapi Post 221, 125 E. F St. Then we will head over to the BeeKay...
Recently, I was teaching at Mountain Bible Church on John 2:1-11 where Jesus turns water into wine. Speaking on the subject of alcohol at church can sometimes be tough as one navigates all the various experiences of others and opinions on the subject. I certainly didn't want to blow up someone's sobriety, and yet I still wanted to be faithful to the Scriptures and what they present as a whole on the topic of wine and how that helps us interpret this passage in John's gospel. The Bible speaks...
Want a fun summer job? Stallion Springs Parks and Recreation announced that they are looking for lifeguards for the pool this summer. Those interested should contact Nicole Ilere at (661) 823-7883. Candidates will need to take the lifeguard certification class offered by TVRPD. The class includes videos, group discussions and hands-on practice. They also teach teamwork, rescue and surveillance skills, First Aid and CPE/AED. Completion of the course results in a two-year certification in Lifeguar...
I remember our first visit to Tehachapi in 1986. In particular, I remember walking down the street in the downtown area, just perusing the few shops here at that time, enjoying the quiet, peaceful atmosphere. We came across people walking as well, and they were so friendly, asking how are you today, just saying “Hi” or a nod as if in recognition of us. We’d look at each other, asking the other, “do you know them?” It was surreal. You would never experience this in the fast paced Los Angeles area where we used to live, work and in my case, gre...
I remember being in my late 20s and 30s, living in Thousand Oaks. The highlight of the summer was the Dallas Cowboys Training Camp at Cal Lutheran University. They made their annual pilgrimage to the college getting ready for the upcoming NFL season. I had two good knees at the time and used to run around and up above the school in the hills for my morning workouts. They had a fenced in weight room outside next to the track. Hung on the wired fence was a saying, "Your talents are His gift to...
Did you know that California is the largest producer of citrus in the country? California supplies more than 80% of the fresh citrus fruits consumed in the United States, and exports citrus to 16 countries around the world. In January, you will find navel oranges, Cara Cara oranges, blood oranges and Minneola Tangelo. The beginning of California citrus varieties starts in late summer and will continue into the spring. With all that citrus, let’s talk about marmalade! Did you see Paddington Bear and the Queen of England having tea? At the end o...
Luna Moth Painting Class On Thursday, Feb. 9 at 3 p.m. We will have our have our Luna Moth Painting Class. Luna moths are beautiful. Ollie will show you how to make an insect into a lovely work of art. This class is for all ages. All supplies included. Improv Class Join us Saturday, Feb. 11 for our Improv Night, an evening workshop of impromptu fun and games. John and Susan will guide the group through exercises to hone your skills and your mind. All in a encouraging and friendly atmosphere....
Smartphones have replaced desktop and laptop computers for many people. Checking and responding to emails, taking photos, shooting videos, playing games, watching movies, shopping, texting and making phone calls. All from a device that fits in your hand. But, when you're looking at a photo or watching a movie, how does your phone "know" to rotate the screen when you turn the phone sideways? Sensors. Smartphones have many sensors; it takes three in particular for your phone to "know" to rotate...
On Thursday, Jan. 12, the CSD Board met for its first meeting under the new leadership. One of the main topics was authorizing GM Malinen to execute a contract to rehabilitate several of our wells that have been inoperable for a few years. Five wells may come back into operation. Will Parks spoke to the topic. They have been inoperable for several years due to lack of funding, but with the upgrade in water bills, the funds may now be available. A deed of easement was accepted by legal counsel, Don Davis, to open a hiking/equestrian trail from 2...
Join us on Zoom Tuesday, Feb. 28 at 5 p.m., for Kern Fire Safe Council’s February Webinar HIZ: Home Ignition Zones with Jim Kniss of Team Rubicon. Team Rubicon is a veteran-led humanitarian organization that serves global communities before, during and after disasters.* Questions are welcome. Your Kern Fire Safe Council, in its ongoing efforts to educate, motivate and support our local communities is holding a virtual webinar. Register to attend the webinar on our website, kernfiresafe.org or call (661) 246-3955. In previous webinars, KFSC has...
A new year has begun, and the Guild of Tehachapi Hospital wants to sincerely thank our community for their continued support throughout 2022. Without this support, the large donation the Guild gave to Adventist Hospital for medical equipment would not have been possible. The generosity of this community has positively impacted our lives. Volunteers of the Guild of Tehachapi Hospital gratefully thank everyone who has contributed to this cause....
Love abounds at Canine Creek – choose the perfect Valentine gift for your pet, or pet lover! Check them out at 798 Tucker Rd., Tehachapi, right behind Fastrip....
Tired of paying to much for plumbing services? Have you ever felt ripped off? Have you ever had a plumber show up to your door and felt like he was pricing gouging, just because you didn’t know much about plumbing? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, you are not alone. We here at AEQ Plumbing feel the same way. When you hire us to do a job, you will find that we offer reasonable and competitive prices. We also work with Home Warranty Insurances to make sure that your hard earned money doesn’t go to waste. Our policy is simple, “edu...
Cole Gallagher and The Lesser Saints were invited to perform at the world renowned music show, "Jam in the Van!" It's a big deal for any young band starting out. No tricks, no doctored sound effects and no backing tracks. Just the hardest working band in L.A. showing you what they've got. Rock and Roll is not dead. Want to hear the live recorded performance from the show? Go to YouTube and search for Cole Gallagher on "Jam in the Van." Please consider experiencing this huge moment with these...
Under blue Tehachapi skies, a creek chuckled and splashed as it flowed, newly-invigorated by recent rain and snow. A Northern Flicker flashed the bright orange underside of its wings as it swooped from an oak tree, and a Red-tailed Hawk circled slowly overhead, sharp eyes watching the activity below. At the ground level, hundreds of baby plants were being carefully tucked into the soil to start their lives as a future woodland. This was the scene recently as a team of volunteers was busy...
