Tehachapi's Online Community News & Entertainment Guide
Tehachapi's Online Community News & Entertainment Guide
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Exciting news for local residents: TehachaSleep, a brand-new furniture and mattress store, has opened its doors in the heart of Tehachapi, bringing an extensive range of stylish home furnishings and premium mattresses. Whether it's time for a living room refresh, a bedroom upgrade or finally getting the sleep you deserve, TehachaSleep is your one-stop shop for comfort, quality and value. Diverse selection and stylish comfort Located conveniently in Tehachapi, TehachaSleep offers a variety of...
Rich, full-length draperies can certainly add drama and elegance to a room. But sometimes you need a clean, streamlined look at the window, especially if space is limited. Roman shades are a classic staple in décor and are known for the soft, modern polish they bring to any room. In their basic form, Roman shades are simply fabric window coverings that can be raised or lowered with the help of a cord system and rings sewn on the back of the fabric. When raised, the fabric stacks evenly in...
Medicare's Annual Open Enrollment period, running through Dec. 7, is your yearly opportunity to review your healthcare coverage. Even if your current plan seems to be working well, this year's enrollment is especially important due to upcoming changes that could impact your costs and coverage. Key change starting in 2025: Beginning in 2025, Medicare Part D plans will introduce a $2,000 annual cap on out-of-pocket expenses for covered prescription drugs. This long-awaited improvement will make...
This is a great question and one I hear often. Families usually want to come in right away and prepare. My first response is stay home with your loved one. Time with your loved one is your most precious commodity. I have had instances where families were at the funeral home preparing and their loved one passed away while they were with me. This can be devastating. We can help you begin this difficult process at home and aid you in preparing for a meeting with an arrangement counselor after your...
A Cashout Refinance is a financial strategy that homeowners can utilize to tap into the equity they have built in their homes, providing an opportunity to reclaim financial freedom. By refinancing your existing mortgage, you can replace the current loan with a new one, borrowing more than the outstanding balance with the goal of receiving a lump sum of cash. A Cashout Refinance may be able to help you: 1. Consolidate high interest debts: Homeowners burdened with multiple high interest debts,...
To celebrate the Tehachapi Hometown Christmas, the Tehachapi Friends of the Library will be holding their Christmas Book Market and Craft Event. Books make great gifts for Christmas (or any other end of year holiday). To help you find these gifts, the Friends of the Library will be having a Christmas Book Market on Saturday, Dec. 7 from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The Book Market will be inside the library with a selection of holiday, gift and children's books. In addition there will be some...
When you come to the BeeKay Theatre, home of Tehachapi Community Theatre Association, you'll be coming to see family. And, just like in any family, we each have something different we bring to the table. Remember the grandma in "Addams Family," played by Chris Morales? The one with the rats scurrying around in her hair? Well, she's back, and eccentric as ever! Did you happen to see "Murder on the Orient Express?" You'll get to see the director of that show, David Stenstrom, this time in the...
The Tehachapi Police Department has introduced the Special Needs Emergency Information form to help officers provide the highest level of public safety to our citizens. The purpose of the form is to better serve individuals with special needs by giving TPD officers and dispatch access to crucial medical details when responding to emergencies or other interactions. The form is available in the lobby of the Tehachapi Police Department located at 220 W. C St. The form asks for details like medical/...
Hometown Christmas has become an anticipated event in Tehachapi, and the Errea House has become an important part of that holiday celebration. Tehachapi Heritage League (THL) operates the 125-year-old house at 311 S. Green St. It will be open on Dec. 7 from noon until 5 p.m. to welcome visitors with a warm place to enjoy spiced cider and gingerbread cookies. It will be a time to also gather around the player piano and sing holiday songs. The Museum, at 310 S. Green St., will be open from noon...
As Thanksgiving approaches, preparations are in full swing! The menus are planned, shopping lists are scribbled on little pieces of paper and invitations have been sent to gather family and friends for a day of cooking, feasting and gratitude. The classics will, of course, make their annual appearance: the turkey as the centerpiece, green bean casserole, stuffing, pumpkin and pecan pies, and, let's not forget...the cranberry sauce! Ah, cranberry sauce! My relationship with this holiday staple...
On Monday, Nov.11 at 11 a.m., a crowd gathered at the Bear Valley Springs Veterans Memorial site at Cub Lake to commemorate the veterans who lost their lives in service to their nation. The event opened with a welcome introduction by the current BVSVA Commander, Lee Tharp. After the “Pledge of Allegiance” and the “National Anthem,” the invocation was given by Bill Kritlow, immediate past commander and chaplain. Then Martin Hernandez introduced the speaker, Ildefonso Colon, AKA Poncho. He retired as First Sergeant in the USMC and is a Purple...
The cost is the worst part of a probate. When property passes through full probate, the estate will incur attorney's fees, court costs and potentially other expenses, all of which can be quite substantial depending on the size and nature of your estate. Attorney fees are generally set by state law and are usually based on the market value of the assets in the estate being probated, exclusive of any debts or loans associated with the asset. If you own real estate in California or your estate...
At the weekly meeting of the Rotary Club of Tehachapi, the speaker was Tehachapi resident and Rotary member Christal Wheeler. Wheeler is a member of the Wood Family Funeral Service team, and she gave a presentation known as a "Rotary Craft Talk," in which a Rotarian shares their approach to the craft of living, including the stories and experiences that have shaped their life. Wheeler initially joined Wood Family Funeral Service team in 2019 as the event and wedding planner for the funeral...
Alvin J. Aronson Jr., 86, passed away in Tehachapi on Nov. 2, after a long-term illness. Alvin (Patrick) was born in Southern California on March 17, 1938. His parents, Alvin (Sr.) and Ina Mary Aronson lived in the San Gabriel Valley all of Patrick's childhood, finally settling in San Gabriel. Alvin graduated in the first class of newly minted San Gabriel High School in 1956. Soon after graduation, Patrick enlisted in the United States Navy, served four years and was honorably discharged in...
The Tehachapi Lions Club received a $500 environmental grant from California Lions Foundation. This grant was given to the Tehachapi Unified School District. As a result, a 50-gallon sequoia tree was planted in front of Tehachapi High School. The sequoia tree is also known as the giant redwood. They can grow to be over 300 feet tall and have diameters of more than 30 feet near the ground. The sequoia trees lifespan can be more than 3,000 years. The Lions Club hopes the tree will be enjoyed for...
Psychiatric Wellness Center is proud to announce the launch of its new Enhanced Care Management (ECM) Mobile Mental Health Clinic, in partnership with Anthem Blue Cross Medi-Cal, the Kern County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and the Kern County District Attorney's Office Family Justice Center. This ECM program is made possible by Governor Gavin Newsom's support of the CalAIM program and the California Department of Health Care Services. "Our state's behavioral health expansion and transformation...
Sergio and Charisma Villanueva moved to Tehachapi in September from Antelope Acres near Palmdale where they had lived for the last six years. With them are their three children Monica, Titus and Silas. The three will soon be joined by Matthias when he enters the world. The couple have friends in Tehachapi and were attracted by the beauty and culture of the community here as well as its small town feel. Sergio was born in Guatamala but raised along with his brother in Los Angeles. He currently...
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,...
The Antelope Valley Economic Development and Growth Enterprise (AV EDGE) was recently recognized at the LAEDC's 29th EDDY Awards Gala with the coveted Strategic Engagement Partners of the Year award. AV EDGE shared the 2024 award honors with Long Beach Economic Partnership, Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Corporation and others. For nearly 30 years, this prestigious event celebrates the outstanding achievements of Los Angeles County businesses and organizations that have significantly...
Karen Dianne Sheets, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and friend, passed away peacefully in Stallion Springs, Tehachapi, on Oct. 25 at the age of 79. Born in Fort Sill, Oklahoma on Jan. 24, 1945 to Wayne Jacobs and Delola Harrison, Karens life was a testament to strength, resilience and love. Karen's journey was marked by diverse accomplishments and a spirit that left a lasting impression on all who knew her. After completing Optometry schooling, she played a vital...
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...
The Tehachapi Warriors Booster Club recently hosted the Inaugural Warrior Cup Five-A-Side Soccer Tournament at the new Valley Park Five-A-Side Soccer Field on Saturday, Nov. 16. Nine teams participated in the all-day event. The tournament, the first to be held at the City of Tehachapi's Valley Park facility since it opened in June, featured teams from Tehachapi, Bakersfield, California City, Edwards and Visalia. In total, 25 matches were played throughout the day, including preliminary matches...
At the Nov. 14 meeting of the Rotary Club of Tehachapi, in honor of Veterans Day, the speaker was Shane McGarrett, who served honorably for four years in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam Era. After an honorable discharge from the Air Force, she embarked upon a long, impressive career in the aerospace industry. Shane has written a memoir titled, "Out of Service: Coming of Age, the Military, a Fight for Life and Justice, a Memoir." Shane was notably certified as the first woman jet...
Enjoy a celebration of the season with piano duos and a piano trio offering a program of classic and contemporary holiday pieces performed by internationally acclaimed pianists. Musicians pianists Eva Schaumkell and Vijay Venkatesh, virtuoso violinist Niv Ashkenazi and celloist Zach will offer an entertaining evening of holiday music on Sunday, Dec. 8 at 4 p.m at the Ridgecrest Methodist Church, 639 N. Norma St. The Vieness Piano Duo, Eva Schaumkell and Vijay Venkatesh, has toured North America...
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...
