Tehachapi's Online Community News & Entertainment Guide
Tehachapi's Online Community News & Entertainment Guide
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One fall afternoon circa 1994 Karen Lewis was looking for more space than what she was currently working with at her home studio, she brought her mom with her to check out the space. As Karen gazed out the window wondering out loud about the space, her mother Mary said as she positioned herself flat on the floor hands folded...."Let's try it on!" Karen turns on the spot to see her mother lying on the floor behind her in the center of the room. Mary smiled brightly as she often did and said "It...
Michael and Becca Dillenbeck had been trying to move to Tehachapi from Bakersfield for quite a while. According to Becca, after losing a couple of short sales, they decided to just move and worry about buying a house later. Becca is not new to Tehachapi. She grew up here. She was born in Kearney, Nebraska, but moved to California and Tehachapi at the age of five. Her mother is Tehachapi civic leader Mary Beth Garrison and her father is a real estate broker in Bakersfield. She met Michael at Poin...
Nobody pays attention to mortgage lending for fun. No matter how much information is “out there” about the details, you won’t really notice it until it’s your turn to buy a house. Really, we aren’t trying to torture you with documentation, we’re trying to remain compliant in today’s regulatory environment. Here are the answers to recent questions about attaining a home loan. The seller is taking an extra few days to review my purchase offer. Is this normal? When you write a purchase cont...
Believe it or not, wine in a can is a topic getting a lot of discussion lately. Purists say that the aluminum canister can’t possibly be good for wine, that middle flavors will seep into the wine and that the form factor ruins the experience. Taking a glance at some of the more recent reviews it seems as though that may be the case, but there is an important distinction to be made here: The term “wine in a can” is really a misnomer, because most of what is on the market is not really wine at all...
On Saturday, April 25 Have a Heart Humane Society and Supervisor Zack Scrivner combined funding to hold a spay/neuter clinic in California City. Dr. Willis, owner of San Joaquin Vet Hospital in Bakersfield, brought his mobile to the Strata Center and performed 37 cat and dog spays and neuters. Have a Heart volunteers tended recuperating pets, checked clients in and gave dozens of vaccinations at the vaccination clinic. Cal City’s Mayor and animal control staff were instrumental in providing a great venue beautifully set up and all the n...
On Saturday, May 16, 2015, Have a Heart Humane Society will host our 12th low cost spay/neuter clinic. This amazing program is funded by a private grant, not county money, and will continue until funds run out. Pet owners pay a co-pay of $35 for dogs (any size) and $25 for cats. The balance will be paid by Have a Heart. Services include spay or neuter, Rabies vaccination if your pet is old enough, a pain shot and a microchip, which is mandatory. We will not take pets over 6 years old, male pets whose testicles are not showing or female pets...
Since the 7.9 magnitude earthquake that rocked Nepal on Saturday, April 25th, our Rotary connections in the country have been assisting ShelterBox with essential information and logistics. The ShelterBox operations team was first able to get a clear idea of the level of destruction when Ashish Chaulagain, who is a member of Rotary International's youth program Rotaract, got in touch to explain situation in the capital of Kathmandu. "The situation is that the environment is filled with fear....
Our Low Flow Toilet Direct Install program is free to anyone in the City of Tehachapi (with buildings older than 1992 that still have the old high flow toilets), and we just expanded the program to Golden Hills multi-family properties. Our installation contract ends July 30, which means you need to get your application in by June. If you’ve been thinking about participating, NOW is the time! The application is available on-line at tccwd.com/water-conservation/ or call me at 661-822-5504. If you’re outside city limits in the CSD or County, the...
“What do you want for Mother’s Day?” was the big question that lingered for the weeks leading up to the special day. I wanted to pick something that the whole family could participate in. Once I figured out what that might be, I called a family meeting to reveal the big surprise. They all sat before me spellbound, except my Mother who was in on the big secret. “So what have you decided?” asked my husband with a smile. I could hardly contain my enthusiasm. “I want us to plant a garden together!...
I recently read an article online about everyday things people consume which might be harmful. According to the article, you would have to eat or drink an abnormal quantity for the items to be fatal, such as 85 full size chocolate bars; 48 teaspoons of salt; 120 cups of coffee or the caffeine equivalent; or the seeds in 20-24 apples. If you think about it, who in their right mind would eat 85 Hershey bars in a day? With that much chocolate in the system, poisoning wouldn’t be the only problem; think Ex-Lax on steroids. While I am certain t...
She was getting ready for a dinner dance At the Candlewood Country Club Painting her nails bright red, of course They were always bright red Her dress was a silky straight black one With glistening black shoes to match She was tan from playing golf all day Olive skin a beauty She gave me a sweet smile Gentle and kind She smelled of perfume As she told me good bye And she and my dad Walked excitedly out the door Hand in hand I had watched them dance before What a pair I had been surprised When they did the Jitterbug I hadn’t known On that night...
In honor of Mother’s Day I would like to thank my mother, June Needham for moving to Tehachapi over 12 years ago and for being a part of this great community and sharing my amazing life. My mother is a woman like no other. She gave me life, nurtured me, taught me, dressed me, fought for me, held me, kissed me, but most importantly she loves me unconditionally. There are not enough words I can say to describe just how important my mother is to me, and what a powerful influence she continues to be. I Love you Mom. Love, Claudi...
There is nothing better than when children's books come to life onstage! The story is loving, the songs and harmony show stopping, and the sentiment – well, bring a tissue, you are going to need one. It all began with a book about Maryann Cocca-Leffler's experience in first grade when she told her first grade classmates that my father owned the Coca-Cola Company, (he didn't!). Based on the idea that a tiny lie can grow into a big problem, she developed a story about a little girl who wants so m...
As a descendant of Cornish miners who had a tradition of singing while they worked in the mines, singer-songwriter Rita Hosking grew up with a deep regard for the power of the human voice. In her songs, she draws on her own childhood growing up outside of Mount Shasta, as well as her family's roots in the gold mines of Grass Valley. She sings of forest fires, demolition derbies and the hopes and dreams of the working class in the small town of her youth. While rooted in Northern California,...
If you’re one of the millions of parents or grandparents who’ve invested money in a 529 plan, now may be a good time to see how your plan stacks up against the competition. You can research 529 plans at the College Savings Plans Network website at collegesavings.org. If you discover that your 529 plan’s performance has been sub-par, what options do you have? Roll over funds to a new 529 plan One option is to do a “same beneficiary rollover” to a different 529 plan. Under federal law, you can r...
WWS was awarded 2015 Outstanding Business Award from America’s Small Business Development Center Regional Network for the remarkable transformation, evolution and sustainability of their small business. The second generation wind entrepreneurs, accompanied by city dignitaries, traveled to Fresno on May 7 to receive their award. Pictured above from left are WWS partners Nikki Cummings, Buddy Cummings and Harvey Stephens with Jay Thompson from the Small Business Development Center. Bottom picture is Michelle Vance, Harvey Stephens, Nikki and B...
Cerro Coso Community College (CCCC) will hold an Information Night in Tehachapi on Tuesday, May 26, featuring information on the admissions process, college programs, concurrent enrollment opportunities, financial aid, summer and fall schedules, transfer options, and much more. Information Night will be held from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the Tehachapi High School Cafeteria, 801 S. Dennison Road in Tehachapi. Students and parents of ALL AGES are invited to attend this FREE Information night. “This event offers a perfect opportunity for anyone i...
On April 20 the Tehachapi City Council approved a water conservation plan. On May 21 stage 2 of that plan will go into effect. Stage 2 regulations are mandatory with warnings delivered for first offenses. Fines can be expected for repeat offenders. 1. Irrigation of lawns, landscaping, foliage, gardens, flowerbeds and other outdoor areas shall be limited as follows: street addresses ending in odd numbers may only water on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays; addresses ending in even numbers may water on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Irrigation...
Stop by and see our collection of uncommonly eclectic and unusually unique stuff. Remember we carry an extensive line of art and craft supplies, and provide artist services in addition to local arts, handcrafts, jewelry, antiques, collectibles, music, books, yarn, gift items and more. For additional information please visit our facebook page: www.facebook.com/TehachapiTreasureTrove or call us at 661-822-6794. Located 116 East Tehachapi Blvd., Tehachapi (across the Street from the Water Tower) Hours: Monday - Saturday 10-5, Sunday 11-4 Events...
Today, we’re talking about disc brakes. Your vehicle weighs several thousand pounds and it takes a lot of force to bring it and your passengers to a safe stop – so everything needs to be in good working order. The wheel hub keeps your wheel attached to the vehicle. The brake disc – or rotor – is attached to the hub and spins with the wheel as you drive. Your brake pads clamp onto the rotor to slow the wheel. The brake caliper straddles the rotor and squeezes the rotor to slow it down. The calipers contain brake pads which rub on the rotor w...
Now it gets personal. The California High-Speed Rail (HSR) project that has hovered in the background as a hazy concept cooked up in Sacramento is about to become real for Tehachapi. With heavy construction of the Merced-to-Fresno segment well under way, the Fresno-to-Bakersfield segment in initial stages of development and links to the bookend San Francisco and Los Angeles transportation systems in progress, the California High-Speed Rail Authority is hunkering down to find the right route...
Howdy – Tehachapi City Manager Greg Garrett told the Greater Tehachapi Economic Development Council (GTEDC) on May 6 at The Shed restaurant that the California High Speed Rail project is moving forward. “Love it or hate it, they’re coming to town,” he said. “We’re working with the HSR folks on the proper alignment.” Due diligence moving along -- Tehachapi Valley Healthcare District (TVHD) CEO Eugene Suksi said transition from TVHD to Adventist hospital operation is set for Jan 1, 2016 and the hospital will open the third quarter of 2016. Coun...
Getting a book published can be difficult. It took years before J.K. Rowling found a publisher for her Harry Potter books. And many other authors have told stories of wallpapering rooms with their rejection slips. Down in Bakersfield the Writers of Kern writing group regularly starts meeting by asking who’s been rejected since the last meeting. And I’m a member of “The Failure Club” on Facebook. This isn’t to rub noses in our failures but to celebrate our attempts. But when it comes to books...
Relay for Life is once again sponsoring the 3rd Annual Ride for Life on May 30th. Bikers can sign up in three city locations: in Lancaster at AV Harley; in Bakersfield at Bikersfield, and in Tehachapi at The Shed restaurant. All funds raised will once again help in the fight again cancer with the American Cancer Society programs of research, advocacy and education. “We’re excited once again to offer this Poker Run ride to our three city locations,” said Mike Pera, one of the event Chairmen. “We have done this for the last two years and we are...
The Sports Car Club of America (SCCA)has announced that it has scheduled four Tuesday night events this spring and summer at Willow Springs International Raceway in Rosamond, Calif. These events, SCAA Track Night in America Driven by Tire Rack, are open to the public and have been scheduled for 20 tracks across the country. Willow Springs will be the only Southern California venue. Anyone over 18 years of age with a valid driver’s license, access to a helmet and street car in good working condition can share the experience of road racing. No r...
