Tehachapi's Online Community News & Entertainment Guide
Tehachapi's Online Community News & Entertainment Guide
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On Oct. 31, the new owners of the Healthy Hippie Trading Company celebrated Halloween with a special grand re-opening and ribbon cutting. Kimberly Durham Ashton and her husband Thorne Ashton recently took ownership of Healthy Hippie from previous owner Sarah Rose, and they celebrated in style. The event was a success with guests dressed up as hippies, live music provided by Highline, plenty of food, crafts, amazing products and even face painting. The shop will continue to host favorite events,...
On Nov. 16, Kelley and David Walker, owners of The Pillage Village, braved the November chill with their family and community and cut a ribbon for their shop's grand opening. Throughout the day, guests filled the store browsing through myriad items and finding treasures. Several guests won giveaway prizes and everyone enjoyed the snack bar. When it was time to cut the ribbon, all the guests came together to support the family. Kelley and her husband David have helped the community by donating...
On Nov. 13, Chris Morales, owner of White Rabbit Studios, stood with her partner, Mary Jane Utley, and over 100 residents to cut the ribbon for her new business. Surrounded by friends, colleagues and city officials, Chris shared her journey from her love of acting on stage and directing plays to realizing a dream come true with White Rabbit Studios. The new space, located on 117 S. Mill St., offers lessons in improv, piano, guitar, acting, puppetry and more. The larger entry space can be used...
There's a chill in the air and the leaves have turned to brilliant shades of red and gold. In Tehachapi, that means harvest season is here and the Apple Festival is close at hand. This year celebrates the 11th year of the Tehachapi Apple Festival and the first year it will be organized by the Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce (the same organization that hosts the Mountain Festival in August). During the Autumn months on the mountain, apples, wine grapes, pumpkins and lavender are all harvest...
Friday, Oct. 11 The Carnival at the Tehachapi Event Center and Rodeo Grounds will start at 6 p.m. and will run until 10 p.m. Metalshop Concert at the Rodeo Grounds 6 to 8 p.m. – Heart & Soul Line Dancing will also be there to get everyone on their feet and dancing. A carnival wristband for the night will get you free entrance into the concert. Concert tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for kids, available online and at the Chamber Office. Saturday, Oct. 12 The downtown Apple Festival will b...
The Miss Tehachapi Pageant is excited to announce the return of a cherished tradition with the crowning of Miss Apple Fest 2024. The Miss Apple Fest title has long been a symbol of our community's rich heritage and dedication to the Apple Festival. On Saturday, Oct. 12, join us as we honor the roots of the Apple Festival and celebrate the young women who embody the spirit of Tehachapi. The Miss Tehachapi Pageant is more than just a competition; it's a community-focused organization dedicated to...
Tehachapi Tots Summit Seekers Homeschoolers Program – ribbon cutting Tehachapi Tots Summit Seekers is a homeschool enrichment program operated by the Tehachapi Valley Recreation & Park District. The Program serves children 5–10 years of age (Kindergarten through 5th grade). Enrollment is open to the public, and children are admitted to the program without regard to race, color, creed or sex. Our focus extends beyond academics to include arts, activities, events and special days that involve parents in the learning process. Join us as we emb...
Philip Marx Central Park is going to be a fan favorite during the Tehachapi Mountain Festival® with the Arts and Crafts Fair. Everyone in the family will enjoy browsing more than 80 arts and crafts vendors, indulging in a variety of cuisine, playing at the Kids Zone, dancing to live music and even imbibing at the beer garden. With more than 100 vendors present, guests will find jewelry, wood carvings, charcuterie boards, clothing, soaps, children's toys, dresses, metalwork, skin care...
Bear Mountain Boys, originally formed in Tehachapi in 2002, consists of Tom Lichtenwaldt, Dave Brown and Jim Davis. Devoted to rich three-part vocal harmonies, the Boys offer up a menu of original songs, upbeat gospel numbers, fired-up fiddle tunes and classic covers from bluegrass and folk artists. Bear Mountain Boys have performed at various events in and around Tehachapi, and most recently at Triassic Vineyards. In 2014, the Boys released their album, "Home to Jordan's Banks," which is...
Tehachapi knows how to put on a parade, and the Tehachapi Mountain Festival® Parade never fails to impress. Each year, nearly 75 small businesses, organizations, youth groups and others take part in the parade. You'll also see Tehachapi's queens, rodeo stars, marching bands, color guards, local celebrities and more. The parade will start at 10 a.m. at the intersection of F and Mulberry streets on Saturday, Aug. 17 and will end at Philip Marx Central Park, allowing viewers to follow the...
Mark your calendars for Aug. 17 from 6 to 10 p.m. because a brand-new music festival is going to shake things up! The Green Street Get Down is a music festival featuring two amazing bands, Joe Peters and Yachty by Nature. A collaboration between Westlane Brewing and the City of Tehachapi, this event will bring craft beer from local breweries, food and merchandise to guests as they enjoy live music. This fun event commemorates the installment of Tehachapi's electricity on July 31, 1915. The city...
Coming to you straight out of the scorching Mojave Desert is the working man's band Metalshop. Based out of "The Shop" in Palmdale, band members include the awesome vocalist Amanda LeFebvre, shredding guitarist Gerald Ouart, thundering bassist Kevin LeFebvre and pounding drummer Tracy LeFebvre. They have been crafting their sound for the last 15 years and can provide you an energetic show with sounds ranging from The Beatles to Metallica and everything in between. They've provided quality...
The Black Gold Cloggers will celebrate 40 years of clogging this year, and they will bring their talent to the Mountain Festival! The team is led by Loni O'Donley, who offers a clogging class through the Bakersfield Recreation and Parks Department. They meet at Silver Creek Recreation Center, 7011 Harris Rd., in Bakersfield each Thursday from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. All ages, from 7 years on up, are welcome. If you think you would like to learn this energetic dance form, come to the beginner class. A...
"It's all about raising awareness, helping others and making the world a better place." During the mid-2000s in Tehachapi, father and son duo Robin and Caleb Hairston set out to create an all-Native American blues and rock band ... and that's exactly what they did. As a "band of brothers," the Blue Mountain Tribe began creating original songs focused on Native American experiences, and they instantly became a hit. Since its formation, the band has received numerous accolades. The song "Pray for...
Comprised of musicians and pickers from both Kern and Los Angeles County, Lazy Dog Mountain Band is the culmination of many years of hard work and dedication to the traditions of several American Folk music styles. Using those genres as jumping off points, Lazy Dog pushes those sounds forward while also crafting their own unique approach to making music. They will be performing on Aug. 17 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m....
Come celebrate together as a community! You're invited to join Christian Life Assembly for Worship in the Park on Sunday, Aug. 18, from 9 to 10 a.m., before visiting all the vendors. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets and enjoy worship led by the CLA Band and hear a message from Pastor Nick. Free doughnuts and coffee will be served. For more information, visit www.clatehachapi.com or call (661) 822-3813....
The band FLASHBACK is a collaboration of greater Tehachapi's local musical talents and personalities. Formed over the last year, the band has developed a soft rock portfolio of well-liked compositions that will please a wide-range of the listening public. Adrianne Fast, the lead singer, is a dynamic performer best known for her previous work in the group Summer of Love. Her stage presence enthralls all who see and listen to her unique musical performances. Giovanni Mandala brings his unique tale...
Heart & Soul Line Dance performs at local events in Kern County, providing entertainment with a set of songs and dances that will get you out of your lawn chairs. They perform for about an hour and teach two to three songs to the guests. Shake off the summer funk and dance with this amazing group! They will be performing in Central Park on Aug. 17 from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m....
This year, the gazebo in Central Park will be overflowing with merchandise for the 2024 Mountain Festival, 61 and Going Strong. The beautiful artwork by Jessica Jones will be featured on t-shirts of all sizes for both men and women, hoodies, keychains and high-quality posters. Good Times Badges are also back by popular demand. Exclusive collector's badges will be available from previous years for those avid collectors out there. The cost per badge is $2; the t-shirt is $25. Please note that...
The Aerial Garden offers both Aerial and Pole classes. We offer Silks, Hammock, Lyra, Flexibility, Contortion, various styles of Pole Dance, as well as pop up workshops periodically. Call (661) 972-7827 for more information. We are the first Circus Center in Kern County! Watch us perform in Central Park during Mountain Festival on Aug. 18 from 1 to 2 p.m....
Tehachapi Valley Recreation and Park District's annual Mountain Gallop 5K will take place on Saturday, Aug. 17 starting at 7 a.m. This event is sponsored by Waste Management and is in conjunction with the annual Tehachapi Mountain Festival®. This is a family friendly event for participants of all ages, whether you run, jog or walk. This route will take you through the bike path and neighborhoods surrounding West Park. This route begins and ends at our Aspen Builders Inc. Activity Center....
Come connect with the community and stay for the parade! Before heading off to the festival events on Saturday, Aug. 17, enjoy a fantastic breakfast sponsored by Christian Life Assembly Kids in the Veterans Hall at 125 E. F St. Breakfast will be available from 7 to 9:30 a.m. and includes "all you can eat" pancakes, sausage, orange juice and coffee. The boys and girls have been serving at the Tehachapi Mountain Festival® for more than 40 years and a big "thank you" goes to the American...
On Friday, Aug. 2, a new tap room will be opening its doors to Tehachapi. Two local businesses, Old West Brewing and Mango Haus Lounge, are partnering up to bring unique local craft beer and a delicious small bite menu to guests. Cantina is a space to relax, catch up with friends, enjoy delicious food and craft beer. In celebration of the Grand Opening, Old West Brewing will be offering a limited release of their Summers Lime bottle conditioned ale made with hints of lime and sea salt. Come celebrate this new location during the grand opening...
On July 20, Lhana and Klaire, a new clothing boutique, celebrated its grand opening with a ribbon cutting. Treating guests with a substantial buffet, owner Merriel Charisse Colorado Corpus McCallum and her family and friends excitedly shared the offerings at this new clothing boutique. Residents enjoyed browsing the selection of light summer dresses to fancier fare for special occasions, as well as 10% off purchases. It's clear that Lhana and Klaire has a selection of women's wear that...
J’s Hideaway will be celebrating their one-year anniversary at their Tehachapi location and it will be marked by a Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting presented by the Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce. Jaime Karschamroon and her family opened J’s Hideaway last year and have connected with the community in numerous ways. From providing breakfast for local youth sports teams to supporting active military, veterans, policemen, firemen and paramedics, J’s Hideaway has been a wonderful addition to Old Town Tehachapi. Bring the kids and enjoy...
