Tehachapi's Online Community News & Entertainment Guide
Tehachapi's Online Community News & Entertainment Guide
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Helen McAllister, a local folk artist, moved to Tehachapi in 1990 when she retired from a career in behavior management. As soon as she arrived, she became interested in the history of the area and began painting familiar places around town. Helen is now relocating to San Pedro to live with her daughter. She can't take 30 years of paintings and collections to her new home, so she has been donating items to local thrift shops and museums. Many of her paintings have already been given away during...
In 1977, a Tehachapi kid kicked a 45-yard field goal against Kern Valley and established a record that would stand for 47 years. Vince McLaughlin booted that field goal in a 27-10 loss at Kern Valley in a season that was less than memorable for the Warriors, who would finish the year 4-5 and suffer their first losing record since 1961. I'm fairly confident that Vince and his head coach at the time, Dennis Ruggles, paid very little attention to that record. Back then they might not have even know...
David's Cradle – Angel Gowns for Kern County is hosting the first annual, "It's Ok to Say Their Name" event. This event honors Infancy and Pregnancy Loss Awareness Month. During a traumatic loss of a baby, family members may be at a loss for words and the death of the baby is unrecognized and suppressed. David's Cradle – Angel Gowns for Kern County wants to change that experience and extends a warm invitation to anyone who has experienced the loss of a child at any age. The event is an eve...
Kids of all ages are invited to S. Green Street on Sunday, Sept. 15 from noon to 4 p.m. to join the fun of Kids Day at the Museum. Admission and all activities are free. Make a birdfeeder, bead a bracelet, carve a sculpture, design a quilt square, write a note to a veteran, string a necklace, pet a puppy, weave and draw, pump the player piano in the Errea House and sing along. Check out local insects and reptiles, watch bees make honey and learn about railroad safety, emergency services,...
Tehachapi Valley United Methodist Church (UMC) has a new pastor, Rev. Harold Gordon. He is originally from Greenville, South Carolina. He served as a full-time pastor in the South Carolina Conference for 32 years before transferring to the California-Nevada Conference in June 2016. He married his wife CeCe, on June 15, 2016, and on the next day, they loaded a U-Haul with all of their belongings, and drove to San Leandro, California. He served two years at Downs Memorial UMC in Berkley and six...
Nestled in the heart of Old Town Tehachapi at 20418 Brian Way, The Healthy Hippie Trading Co., affectionately known as "The Hippie," has been a vibrant hub for free spirits, fashion lovers and those seeking a deeper connection with themselves. Founded three years ago by Sarah Rose, the boutique was born out of a desire to bring back the fun and funky vibes of the '60s and '70s, offering a variety of retro-inspired clothing and plant-based snacks. "I wanted to create a space that felt like a...
On First Friday Sept. 6, the Tehachapi Valley Arts Association gathered at Gallery 'N' Gifts to celebrate the 45th anniversary of the association. Located at 100 W. Tehachapi Blvd. Gallery 'N' Gifts has been the home of the organization of artists and artisans since the beginning....
Student Greeters were on hand to welcome everyone for the first TUSD Board Meeting of the year on Sept. 10. Board members attending were President Paul Kaminski, Jackie Wood, Cassandra Sweeney, Tyler Napier, Tracy Kelly and Wayne Cooper. Students were Dylan and Shianne Ficus and Gracie and Meri Apperson....
On the morning of Sept. 9, the community came out to join the Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce, Tehachapi Murals committee and members of the Tehachapi Valley Arts Association to re-dedicate the newly repaired "1915 Street Dance" mural on Tehachapi Blvd. Last year the mural had begun separating from the wall and needed to be replaced. Cutting the ribbon was artist Lyn Bennett who did most of the re-creation. Bennett is joined by Gale Caldwell of Gallery 'N' Gifts, JR Long who did all the...
I would like to share the story of Ola Lee Patterson, a wonderfully good, kind and humble woman, who made her mark on Tehachapi history in her own graceful way. Ola was a pioneer and trailblazer: she was the first African-American woman to live in Tehachapi. She and her husband, Moses, moved here with their daughters Maenell and Mozell in 1946, and in 1963 their youngest daughter, Laura, was the first African-American baby born at Tehachapi Hospital. You might think that in a conservative county...
I came to Tehachapi to learn to fly at our famous Skylark North Glider Flight School. At the time, I always used Willow Springs Road, the back road up to Tehachapi. Well, I got pulled over by a Kern County Sheriff one day. I was going a bit over the speed limit as I went by some sod field farms a few miles past Willow Springs Raceway, and that candy store that was on the Rosamond Blvd. intersection. The Kern County Sheriff got my driver's license, registration, insurance information and when he...
On behalf of the American Legion Post 221, the City of Tehachapi invites community members, local organizations, schools, businesses and veterans to participate in the Tehachapi Veterans Day Parade. The parade will take place on Monday, Nov. 11 at 10 a.m. on F Street from Mulberry to Davis Street. If you are interested in participating, contact Dean Peterson at [email protected]. Following the parade, a ceremony honoring our veterans will be held at Philip Marx Central Park. After the...
At the Sept. 5 meeting of the Rotary Club of Tehachapi, the club listened to a presentation from Wendy Porter and Jeff Magdalena, from the Wounded Heroes Fund in Bakersfield. The Wounded Heroes Fund (WHF) is a service organization for veterans and their families to support them in accessing resources and facilitating healthy transitions to civilian life. In early 2009, Wendy Porter and her husband Mike invited a handful of close friends to dinner. Around their dining room table, Mike and Wendy...
The Internet is a wonderful source of facts (and, I admit, a fair amount of nonsense) and a great place for communication and inspiration. I especially love hearing from friends who share those precious little stories of inspiration, which I like to pass on to you. This is one of those stories (author unknown): "My dad has bees. Today I went to his house, and he showed me all of the honey he had gotten from the hives. He took the lid off of a five-gallon bucket full of honey, and on top of the...
Corey Torres, District Manager addresses recent concerns regarding the replacement of grass with decomposed granite (DG) at the Meadowbrook Dog Park and explains why returning to grass is not feasible. The Dog Park at Meadowbrook Park, which opened in 2016, almost immediately began to experience deterioration of its grass. The amount of daily foot traffic and activity in the park, specifically in the large dog area, made maintaining healthy grass impossible. A park of this size needs to be at...
Fred passed away in Los Angeles, California on Aug. 12, at the age of 84, holding hands with his wife Carol on their 35th wedding anniversary. Fred was born in Brandon Manitoba, Canada on May 6, 1940, to parents William and Christine Chase. Around the age of 10, the family moved to Southern California. Fred met Margot Spicer and had two children, Raymond and Heather, whom he loved and nurtured. Fred and Carol were introduced by mutual friends, and they spent 39 wonderful years together. Their bl...
Jess De La Cueva (AKA Jesus Del La Cueva Gil De Montes), born Dec. 5, 1943, died peacefully on Aug. 14. Jess was son to Spain’s Philippine diplomat during WWII, Jesus De La Cueva Ruiz (deceased) and wife Adelina Gil DeMontez Arechavala (deceased). Jess sponsored his only sibling, Juan Jose De La Cueva (deceased Oct. 26, 2023), his brother’s wife Maria (Lola) Pozo De La Cueva (deceased), his surviving niece Alicia and nephew Juan. He is survived by many cousins in three countries. His hobbies included pranks; making a guitar and a ham radio fro...
Daydreaming and fishing are a perfect fit for many 8 year old boys. A diverse forest to explore is a nice addition. Measuring approximately 50,000 square miles, the Ozarks spread across four states and 93 counties. Plenty of room for one small boy without boundaries. It becomes apparent within the first few paragraphs in J Lee Bagan's novel "Billy Dee of the Ozarks," that this 8 year old deserves a set of loving and doting parents. But with a father in prison and a mother on drugs, he is...
Local nonprofit organization, Tehachapi Murals, invites the community to attend the ribbon cutting for the newly repaired and restored "1915 Street Dance" mural on Monday, Sept. 9 at 11 a.m. The mural is located on Tehachapi Boulevard between Robinson and Green Street. Following the harsh weather conditions last winter, the wall incurred serious water damage where the mural is located. Large portions of the mural were falling off in pieces, posing not only a safety concern but a cause for...
The City of Tehachapi and Houchin Community Blood Bank (HCBB) are hosting a Blood Drive on Wednesday, Sept. 4 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Tehachapi Vineyard Church, located at 502 E. Pinon St. All successful donations will receive one ticket to the Kern County Fair, while supplies last, and will also be entered for the chance to win one wristband for the carnival. Reserve a time to donate by signing up on the HCBB website connect.hcbb.com/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/7773. HCBB will team up with...
Tehachapi is a town known for its deep-rooted values and close-knit community, where traditions run strong. Yet, even here, there are times when new experiences can open doors to unexpected benefits. This is the case with Usui Reiki, a form of natural healing that is finding its place at the Healthy Hippie Trading Co., located in the heart of Old Town at 20418 Brian Way. Reiki Master Patti Gould, visiting from Tucson, is bringing her expertise in the Usui System of Natural Healing to our...
Despite the size of Tehachapi, one thing is for sure, Tehachapi is recognized in different parts of the world. Recently in Frankfurt, Germany, now in Boston, Massachusetts and a few weeks ago in my favorite island of Hawaii, Kauai. I started my career in a small kiosk in the now closed Golden State Mall. I sold accessories alongside a makeup artist and I also worked at Taco Bell. One Saturday morning, a bride had an appointment for makeup at 11 a.m., but she showed up flustered at 9:30 a.m....
Century Draperies in Palmdale, California, stands out as a premier destination for homeowners seeking exceptional window treatments. With a reputation built on quality, variety, personalized service and 51 years of experience, Century Draperies has established itself as a trusted name in the window covering industry. A wide-range of products: Century Draperies offers an extensive selection of window coverings to suit every style and need. Whether you're looking for classic draperies, elegant...
The Tehachapi Mountain Trails Association (TMTA) is hosting its annual Brewfondo Gravel riding event. Don't let the name fool you, we aren't sending cyclists all over Tehachapi while drinking alcohol. It's a cycling event open to all ages and families with an after-party at TK Pizza. The event will have three course options, ranging from "very difficult" to "easy." The courses will take you through the historic downtown, transition to the TMTA Trails System and then wind you through various...
Are you a senior looking for a place to find a supportive community and a place to interact with others? Do you have an aging parent or adult child who might benefit from a safe place to interact with others, work on skills and become engaged? Are you an adult with medical complications and want more careful daily monitoring? As people age there is a natural tendency to get less active; people can settle into inactive routines and grow increasingly sedentary. For most people it's easier to...
