Tehachapi's Online Community News & Entertainment Guide
Tehachapi's Online Community News & Entertainment Guide
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President Jennifer Palakiko and Club Service Chair Rhonda Brady from the Rotary Club of Tehachapi helped kick off The Salvation Army's Winter Coat Drive by delivering 37 new jackets that will go to children in the community. Every year, The Salvation Army holds their annual coat drive so they can help provide jackets to people in the Tehachapi area. Kyle Yates, Center Coordinator for The Salvation Army Tehachapi Community Center, thanked the Rotary Club for their donation, saying, "We usually...
Flooring center in Old Town celebrates with a ribbon cutting. On Oct. 1, Stockdale Tile celebrated four years of business in Tehachapi. With several locations in Kern County, Stockdale Tile serves its communities with great customer service and a varied selection of high-end products. During the ribbon cutting, the owner, Tony Marion, said a few words about the outpouring of community support he and his family have received over the years and how truly special Tehachapi is. Guests enjoyed...
New business in Tehachapi specializing in auto window tinting. On Sept. 27, First Class Window Tinting celebrated its Grand Opening with a special ribbon cutting. Karen Sanders of Kern County Board of Supervisors and Clare Scotti of the Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce presented certificates of recognition to owner Anthony Carnevale. Alongside his son and members of the community, Anthony cut a golden ribbon symbolizing a hopeful beginning for the family business. With 30 years of...
On Wednesday, Oct. 30 at 1 p.m., the McDonalds on the corner of Tucker Rd. and Hwy 202 will celebrate 30 years of business with the Tehachapi community. The entire community is invited to celebrate as McDonalds hosts this customer and employee appreciation event. All previous employees will receive a special gift, and there will be games and giveaways throughout the afternoon. McDonalds has partnered with community organizations throughout its 30 years, and the local Salvation Army is one of...
As the spirits stir and the veil between worlds grows thin this Halloween, the Healthy Hippie is set to celebrate its new ownership and the spooky season with you. The official grand re-opening will take place on Oct. 31, promising a day filled with events, workshops, live music (TBA) and much more! The shop, located at 20418 Brian Way, offers a wide variety of crystals, teas, spiritual books, incense, essential oils, tarot cards, groovy apparel and locally crafted items. The previous owner,...
A Halloween Concert performed by TPops is scheduled for Sunday, Oct. 27. It will be just as entertaining and spooky as the community has enjoyed by this group in previous years. Robbie Martinez, the conductor, has planned a program that features the sights, sounds and drama of Halloween. The community is invited to attend the concert at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 27, at ADHC Building, 123 W. F St. There is no charge to attend, although donations are always welcome. This concert will appeal to all...
On Oct. 4, Cheers to Charity distributed $53,875 to local nonprofit organizations. What began in 2014, as a small fundraiser in a parking lot, has grown into the year's most anticipated fundraising event. The Cheers team supported 14 nonprofits with grants ranging from $1,000 to $7,500. The August 2024 event, featuring food, wine, craft beer, home brews and spirit-free mocktails, brought together several hundred people to raise money for charity. Tehachapi's Aviator Park lit up with thousands...
Every Halloween, I have a go-to dish: chili! As a busy mom, I would prep all the chopped vegetables the night before and sautee them in a pot, adding the rest of the ingredients, letting it simmer away while I juggled pumpkin carving and costuming. By the time the sun started to set, and my son was ready for trick-or-treating, dinner was ready to be enjoyed. This year, I no longer have to prepare for trick-or-treaters, or finish touching up Halloween make-up, so I changed things up a bit with...
We welcomed Officer Ted Thorson, #24033, to the California Highway Patrol, Mojave area. He graduated from the CHP Academy in West Sacramento on Sept. 13. He is excited for the opportunity to serve the communities in Eastern Kern County. Over the course of the next few months, Officer Thorson will be training with various officers and learning how to best serve California. The CHP Mojave Area is looking forward to the positive influence he will have on Kern County. You can follow his journey and...
It is hard to believe it is fall again in Tehachapi. Soon it will be Thanksgiving and then Christmas! Have you been thinking about Estate Planning? I know it can be a difficult topic...but your children will be happy you have thought ahead to make it easier to take care of your estate without a probate. What is better, a will, or a trust? A trust will streamline the process of transferring an estate after you die while avoiding a lengthy and potentially costly period of probate (in California...
The City of Tehachapi invites the community to attend this month's Coffee with the Mayor event at Mountain Coffee House on Thursday, Oct. 17 from 7:30 to 9 a.m. The Coffee with the Mayor event was designed to create a comfortable setting for the community to engage with its local government and meet the mayor, councilmembers and city staff. Join us each month on the third Thursday for a free cup of coffee and a chat at Mountain Coffee House, located at 120 S. Mill St....
It will be 16 years this December since my daughter and I walked into the BeeKay Theatre to see the very first Tehachapi Community Theatre production put on there, "Oliver!" I remember being impressed by the historic art deco style of the interior, the welcoming spirit of the ushers and by golly just how close that stage was to every single seat in the audience! If you've never been to a small theater before, it's an experience like no other. Every seat in the house feels like one you'd pay the...
The Tehachapi Symphony is rehearsing for its first concert of the 26th season under the direction of Dr. David Newby. The concert will be Sunday, Oct. 20, at Country Oaks Baptist Church, located at 20915 Schout Rd., beginning at 4 p.m. Guest violinist, Lorenz Gamma performs Othmar Schoeck's "Violin Concerto in B-Flat Major." Schoeck was born in 1886 in Switzerland and lived in a lovely village on Lake Lucerne where his father was a landscape painter. Schoeck studied music in Zurich, then...
The Tehachapi Police Department is providing free window decals for residents with special needs and their family members. The decals will help officers be aware there is an occupant in the home who may not respond or comply well with commands from law enforcement. These stickers are free for anyone in the greater Tehachapi area and are available in the lobby of the Tehachapi Police Department at 220 W. C St. "At the Tehachapi Police Department, we are committed to providing service to every...
The City of Tehachapi is accepting applications from those interested in participating in the 2024 Tehachapi Hometown Christmas. The event will be held on Saturday, Dec. 7 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. in Downtown Tehachapi. The city is seeking vendors that can provide free crafts or activities for kids, Christmas-themed items priced for children to purchase and other handmade items for purchase. In addition to vendors, brick-and-mortar storefronts are encouraged to apply to be part of the "Tehachapi Ho...
John Alvin Ashe, passed away peacefully on Sept. 16 in Los Angeles with the love of his family and friends. Born on April 17, 1942, John Alvin Ashe led a remarkable life filled with love and support to his family, dedication and service to our country. John Alvin Ashe leaves to mourn in his passing, wife Maria T. Ashe, five children with mother of (preceded in death) Jo Anne Ashe, John A. Ashe Jr., Sherrod A. Ashe, Wanda Y. Ashe, Patricia L. Ashe and Rhonda J. (Stacy) Moses, eight grandchildren...
Social Security and Medicare are important to most Americans. To learn more about the strengths and weaknesses of these benefits, Tehachapi Mountain Democratic Club invited Jon Bauman to speak on this topic at their October meeting. Bauman leads the Social Security Works Political Action Committee, which was created in 2017 to elect leaders who will work to expand Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid, as well as lower prescription drug prices for all Americans. Bauman praised action by President...
Kern County Public Health, in coordination with the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), is investigating a potential human case of H5N1 bird flu in an individual who had contact with infected cattle at a dairy farm. "While the risk to the general public remains low, it continues to be extremely important for persons who may come in contact with infected animals to use caution and wear proper personal protective equipment,"...
Diamonds are a girl's best friend. A diamond is a piece of coal that handled stress well. A diamond in the rough. Perhaps you're sensing a theme. Tehachapi Valley Gem and Mineral Society presents "Diamond Crystals: Types, History, Sources, and Current Issues" by Renee Newman. Newman is an expert on colored stones and diamonds, and she will be speaking at our upcoming Oct. 24 meeting at 7 p.m. at the Tehachapi Senior Center. Don't miss this interesting and exciting presentation. Surprisingly,...
Events are subject to change. Check with appropriate organizations for details, or stay in The Loop at www.TheLoopNewspaper.com/. Witch/Warlock Hat Decorating Contest community judging until Oct. 30 Witch/Warlock hats are on display at Gallery 'N' Gifts for judging from Oct. 4-30. The community will determine the top three winners. You can judge in person, or on our Facebook page until Oct. 30 at 4 p.m. First, second and third place winners will receive a prize. Where: Gallery 'N' Gifts, 100 W....
There once was a little girl whose mother let her wear Pippi Longstocking braids to school whenever she asked. This mother encouraged her daughter to "march to the beat of her own drum." She let her little girl be herself, even when it was weird. What a beautiful gift to give a child. The world is full of pressures, stressing one to tow the line, be acceptable. Expectations that do not necessarily "one size fits all." Some of the most creative and heroic people in this world were a bit out of pl...
Fused glass class, Oct. 5 Join Leila Klieman, our resident glass artist, and create a beautiful, fused glass bowl. The class starts at 10:30 a.m. Be sure to wear closed toed shoes. Cat adoption event, Oct. 12 Last month's cat adoption was a huge success, and we are repeating it again this month. Come adopt a cat or kitten or learn about getting a local non-domestic cat spayed. Downtown Trick or Treat Trail, Oct 31 The Arts Center is proud to join with the city and other businesses here in town...
For the past two years, my health had been steadily declining, and it felt like my body was betraying me. I was constantly passing out, losing energy, and spent most of my days sleeping. Despite multiple doctor visits, no one could quite figure out what was wrong with me. At the same time, I was under immense stress, caring for my husband, who was 100% disabled, a retired Air Force Master Sergeant. His health was rapidly deteriorating too – he had developed dementia and had both of his legs a...
Sandra was the sixth child born to parents Leslie William Crews and Rachel Carson Crews, residents of Roscoe (now Sun Valley), California. The family moved to Little Rock, California when Sandy was 3 years old. She went on to be a graduate of Palmdale High School in 1961. Sandy married Allen Nelson of Palmdale, California in March 1963 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Family and friends attended the ceremony with Sandy's brother Norman being best man and Dorothea Zoller as bride's maid. The honeymoon was...
This is article No. 20 in a series. See previous The Loop newspaper issues on www.TheLoopNewspaper.com for more information, education and inspiration in how Joyful Life Hypnotherapy can help you have the joyful life you deserve. Hypnotherapy is a profound way to release the emotions of the past and build confidence, self-esteem and clear anxiety. When we are children, our minds are like sponges, absorbing experiences, emotions and beliefs that influence our behaviors and feelings throughout...
