Tehachapi's Online Community News & Entertainment Guide
Tehachapi's Online Community News & Entertainment Guide
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Players must bring their own paddles and balls on all courts (though players tend to be very generous and willing to share in a pinch). Join the Tehachapi Area Pickleball (TAP) Facebook group for more information and on-the-go announcements for games and events: www.facebook.com/groups/372432924922428/. A new pickleball court in the Tehachapi police station parking lot, featuring five established nets, is expected to be complete by Memorial Day, according to Tehachapi’s Community Engagement Director and official ambassador for USA Pickleball K...
The Greater Tehachapi Economic Development Committee (GTEDC) met for their first meeting of 2024 on Feb. 7. On the first Wednesday of each month, GTEDC meets in The Village Collective at 120 S. Green St. at 7:30 a.m. In addition to discussing an upcoming year packed full of local events and projects, GTEDC introduced three new board members. Since board member Jim Arnold tragically passed away last November, and Ron Depew, one of GTEDC's founders, lost his battle with cancer last October, two...
Have you heard of the fastest-growing sport in America? Pickleball, a cross between tennis, badminton and ping-pong, exploded in popularity during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic as a safe way to socialize and stay active while in lockdown. However, the biggest allure of pickleball has long-been its accessibility. Being easy to learn, low-impact and highly social, the sport has become a favorite pastime for individuals of all ages and skill levels. And with over 900 courts in California...
Houchin Community Blood Bank will be holding a blood drive in Tehachapi at the Vineyard Church on Valentine's Day, Feb. 14. The blood drive will be sponsored by the City of Tehachapi and Tehachapi Valley Healthcare District. Houchin Account Coordinator Dillon Nunamaker spoke at the Tehachapi Rotary meeting on Jan. 4 and shared some of Houchin Blood Bank's history. Houchin Blood Bank was founded in Kern County in 1951 by Elmer Houchin and has been operating throughout the county ever since in an...
On Tuesday, Dec. 19, a new early child care and education facility celebrated a much-anticipated grand opening and ribbon cutting. Families and individuals from across Tehachapi, including members of the Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce, Stallion Springs CSD and representatives from Assemblyman Vince Fong's Office, came to support the ribbon cutting of Imagination Springs, located at 27719 Stallion Springs Dr. Michelle and Austin Story began their journey to open this child care and school...
The Tehachapi Humanitarian Relief organization, in partnership with Stallion Springs Community Church delivered over 60 turkeys and Thanksgiving sides to local families throughout Tehachapi on Nov. 20. All turkeys came from local private donations. Some of our biggest contributors were Tehachapi House of Terror for donating over $900 to purchase turkeys, Tehachapi Mountain Democrat Club who donated over 390 lbs of food and 4 turkeys, NASA contractors ASRC federal & Arcata associates who...
Holiday Decorating Contest Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce Second annual Decorating Contest for Downtown businesses and the theme is "Past, Present and Future." Decorate your business window to celebrate Tehachapi Hometown Christmas! Must be fun and most importantly represent Tehachapi. Prizes will be awarded to first and second place winners. Contest ends Dec. 2. Friday, Nov. 24 and Saturday, Nov. 25 Holiday Bazaar, hosted by the Bear Valley Springs Cultural Arts Association. Nov. 24 10...
On Thursday, Oct. 12, Cheers to Charity handed out checks totaling $65,500 to local nonprofit organizations. What began in 2014 as a small fundraiser in a parking lot, has grown into the most anticipated community fundraiser of the year. The Cheers team funded 11 nonprofits with grants ranging from $2,000 to $15,000. The August 2023 event, featuring food, wine, craft beer, home brews and spirit-free mocktails, brought together more than 800 people to raise money for charity. Tehachapi's Aviator...
There are a lot of fun fall happenings in Tehachapi. The Downtown Trunk or Treat and the Mountain Bible pumpkin patch are not happening this year, but there are plenty of other fun things to do. Have fun and stay safe. Events subject to change, keep up with local Halloween happenings on Tehachapi's Halloween Town's Facebook group: https://tinyurl.com/THalloweenTown (the Facebook group is not affiliated with The Loop newspaper). Tehachapi Terror Halloween haunted house, Oct. 20-30, 6 to 9 p.m. Ru...
On Oct. 7, Stallion Springs held their 18th annual Oktoberfest. There was fun for the whole family, including a car show, live music by local band Acme Music Company, vendors, petting zoo and, of course, beers and brats....
At the August meeting of the Golden Hills Community Service District (GHCSD), the Board of Directors unanimously appointed Christopher Carlson as General Manager of the District. Carlson had been serving as Assistant General Manager during the term of prior GM Susan Wells. Carlson was born in Simi Valley, but his family moved to Tehachapi when he was one month old. His father, Carl, owner of Carl Carlson Masonry, and his brother Casey are still living here. Christopher grew up in Tehachapi,...
Join Stallion Springs at their 18th annual Oktoberfest, from noon to 6 p.m. at 27850 Stallion Springs Dr. There will be fun for the whole family! Food, beer, wine, vendors, kid-friendly activities, petting zoo, car show and live music from 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. by local band Acme Music Company. [Editor’s note: In The Loop’s Autumn Fun Guide the wrong band was listed for Stallion Springs Oktoberfest. Acme Music Company is the correct band.]...
Join the Stallion Springs community for Trunk or Treat on Oct. 31 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at the Community Center, 27850 Stallion Springs Dr. There will be candy, games, costume contests, food, a cake walk, haunted hallway and a car decoration contest. To guarantee a spot for your car, sign up on stallionsprings.recdesk.com/community/home. Volunteers are needed to help with the haunted hallway, cake walk and more, call SSCSD at (661) 823-7883. Candy donations needed, please drop off at the Stallion...
We are taking over Papa’s House Pizza in Stallion Springs again this year with our 9th annual Oktoberfest Volkswagen Cruise-In, presented by G’s Spot VW. Last year we had more than 100 cars. This year we expect to have well over our previous year amount of participants showing off their German and Bavarian vehicles at Papa’s House, 27821 Stallion Springs Drive from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free family fun, plus vendor displays, food and entertainment. Free admission! Contact G’s Spot for any questions or details, (661) 972-6944 from 10 a.m. to 6 p....
On the same day he was born, July 14, the much loved and famed Nick "the Painter" Benedict passed away at 77 years old. Born in Los Angeles to parents Richard Benedict and Paula Lindenbaum in 1946, Nick is survived by his wife Ginger Benedict, sister Joy Benedict and step-children Bianca and Angelo Loli. Nick met Ginger in Bear Valley Springs in 2000 where he lived for many years, where he became fondly referred to in the Tehachapi community as "Nick the Painter." His specialty was housing trim...
Award-winning journalist and wildlife videographer Peter DeArmond will give a second special presentation on the Rocky Mountain elk that roam the Tehachapi Mountains on Friday, Sept. 8, at 6:30 p.m. at the Stallion Springs Community Center, 27850 Stallion Springs Dr. The presentation will include high definition videos, photos and a brief history of how these Rocky Mountain Elk arrived and eventually settled throughout Tejon Ranch, Stallion Springs, Bear Valley Springs and other parts of the Tehachapi Mountains. “Rocky Mountain elk are not n...
On the first Wednesday of each month, the Greater Tehachapi Economic Development Council meets in The Village Collective, 122 S. Green St., at 7:30 a.m. The GTEDC is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting and supporting businesses in the Greater Tehachapi area. Small business owners and community members alike are encouraged to attend and indulge themselves in complimentary donuts and Tehachapi business happenings. Various businesses and committees give short reports on the business climate and upcoming projects and plans. Among this...
Award-winning journalist and wildlife videographer Peter DeArmond will give a special presentation on the Rocky Mountain elk that roam the Tehachapi Mountains on Friday, Aug. 11, at 6:30 p.m. at the Stallion Springs CSD building, 27800 Stallion Springs Drive. The presentation will include high definition videos, photos and a brief history of how these Rocky Mountain Elk arrived and eventually settled throughout Tejon Ranch, Stallion Springs, Bear Valley Springs and other parts of the Tehachapi...
School starts Aug. 9. Please remember to slow down, stop for the buses, and bus signs to help keep our kids safe! Stallion Spring's crew will be repainting the crosswalks, adding new signs, and cleaning up bus stops. You may experience some road closures during this time. There will be some upgrades beginning the end of August for both Horsethief and Man O' War Park. Both parks may be closed for a period of time. Open swim new hours The pool is still open for the season. There are resident and...
Preparations are nearly done and the Cheers to Charity team are ready to bring you Tehachapi's best fundraising night on the town. We hope you're ready, too. Cheers to Charity 2023 is weeks away and, if you have never attended, you may want to buy a ticket now, because they sell out every year. The evening is an ideal blend of outdoor ambiance, delicious foods, wine, beer, spirit-free concoctions, dancing, games, desserts, lively chatter and sweet reunions, all to raise money for local...
The use of computer apps and the availability of self-publishing has been a gift to the reading community. Instead of meeting rejection at every step in the publishing world, new authors can have the satisfaction of seeing their characters come to life, page by page, when publishing their manuscripts themselves. The opportunity is also available to create book covers, ones that truly reflect the author's stories in ways that intrigue the casual browser. With the ease of new technology, art is...
June 8 was the last day of school. Please watch out for our kids in the community this summer while they are out enjoying their break. SLOW DOWN, THIS IS OUR NEIGHBORHOOD! On June 13, join us at 10 a.m. at the CSD for our Support Stallion Springs Foundation Board Meeting. We want to hear from you! Pool opens June 12 On June 12 the pool opens for the season. There are resident and non-resident prices. Swim lessons dates, times and prices to be announced. Open Swim is Monday, Wednesday and Friday...
Cheers to Charity is weeks away and, if you have never attended, you may want to purchase a ticket now because it is a wonderful way to have fun and support local charities. The evening is the perfect blend of outdoor ambiance, tasty food, wine and beer, dancing, games and desserts, lively chatter, and sweet reunions – all to raise money for volunteer organizations. Held at Tehachapi's Aviator Park, Cheers to Charity is set for Aug. 12, starting at 6 p.m. Sponsors are in place; the park is reser...
Merrily Elizabeth Flanagan passed away on Thursday, May 25 surrounded by her loving family. Merrily was born Mary Elizabeth Milano to Rosetta and Michael Milano in Brooklyn, New York on May 17, 1944, while her father fought overseas in World War II. Merrily's childhood in post-war Hyde Park, New York, "Roosevelt Country," was filled with theater, student clubs, movie star magazines, chocolate bars and time with her beloved grandmother, artist Ria Barba. Her nonny imparted to her a love of art...
Arriving in Tehachapi in mid-December for his duties as pastor of Saint Malachy Catholic Church, Father Gregory Beaumont was greeted by snow and frigid temperatures from winter weather but with a "warm" welcome from parishioners. Father Beaumont comes to Tehachapi from Holy Family Church in Kingsburg, California where he served its members for 17 years as their pastor. A true Californian (having come to the "Golden State" as a babe in arms), he grew up in the beautiful San Fernando Valley with...
