Tehachapi's Online Community News & Entertainment Guide
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Serve your big holiday dinner to your family and friends on this beautiful Live Edge Redwood Table. Mountain Dog Millworks is offering an additional 10% off the already discounted price for Tehachapi locals. Go to their website to see this and other beautiful live edge furniture. If you're local, they'll give you an additional 10% off any item you find on the website www.mountaindogmillworks.com (coupon code LOCALS10), or call them to make an appointment to have a custom piece designed and...
Many people plant a tree every year after Christmas, which really adds to the beauty of their yards, year round. Here's some advice on how to plant a living Christmas tree, a live tree which comes in a container planted in soil. People like them because they are beautiful inside, and after the holiday, you don't throw them away. You plant it in your own yard. So, it saves you money! Living trees have a good chance of surviving the move from indoors to the landscape. Unsure how to care for a livi...
When Tehachapi attorney Phillip H. Darling isn't practicing law on the mountains, he likes to spend his time at the beach photographing the ocean. Darling has his bachelor's in mechanical engineering, and his juris doctorate in law. Throughout his life he appreciated a good challenge and was drawn to more difficult professions. He began his legal career working in litigation, but he discovered what branch of law pertained to him by reviewing the trust and wills of people close to him. Darling...
In 1997, we drove on 58 West toward our new home, Tehachapi. The tenor of the Mojave Desert seemed to follow us as we climbed along with stands of small Joshua trees striving to make it to higher elevation. On our left, colorful BNSF freight cars snaked along in hues of pullman green, ochre and iron red, while micro wind turbines resembling a child's Erector Set silhouetted the somber hills on either side. Just before passing the beached "SS Minnow" boat near the exit to Sand Canyon, a wedge of...
This is article No. 22 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, a respected tool for relaxation and mental well-being, has gained attention for its role in past-life regression - a process where individuals explore possible memories of previous lifetimes. While this practice may seem unconventional, it offers...
Irene Rippy's journey into the world of stained glass began in 1987, when the pressures of her real estate career led her to seek a creative outlet. What started as a way to relieve stress has blossomed into a thriving business, Irene's Touch of Glass, known for its unique Tiffany-style stained glass pieces. Irene's work is currently featured at Gallery 'N' Gifts in Tehachapi and on her Facebook page, where clients can connect with her to commission custom pieces. Irene's work is characterized...
Shopping for computers has changed immensely throughout the years. Since the inception of the home Personal Computer (PC), most computer users were used to this setup: the tower computer, monitor, and of course, the different peripherals connected to the tower, i.e. keyboard, mouse, printer and such. When laptops became more affordable to everyday users, those became the way to go for portability and ease of use. Over 10 years ago, the All-In-One Computer (AIO) was becoming more popular as an...
On Nov. 21, the Rotary Club of Tehachapi was treated to an interesting and artful presentation by Dr. Leana Mitchell, president of the Bear Valley Springs Cultural Arts Association. Leana's presentation was titled "Hard Climb Art," and highlighted the art program that takes place at the California Correctional Institution in Tehachapi. Leana said she has been rather passionate about this art program, as there are many residents of the prison who have amazing artistic abilities, which can be a...
I remember the holiday season in my previous career as being laced with travel, airports, hotel rooms, tournaments, games and lots of new places throughout my journey as a broadcaster. There was one Thanksgiving that I left the snowy plains of Wyoming in the morning, just in time to catch a flight home to Bakersfield and to have Thanksgiving dinner with my wife and in-laws, fresh off the plane at Meadows Field. The following year I was in Dayton, Ohio for Thanksgiving, eating in a restaurant,...
Peter Francis Hicks, known as Pete to friends and family, was born Feb. 23, 1942, at either 7 a.m. or 7 p.m. (depending on what nurse/Dr./phlebotomist he was teasing over the last few months when they asked his date of birth). He passed away on Nov. 19 surrounded by family. He grew up on a Ranch and was no stranger to hard work. He told stories of his chores and duties on the ranch starting from the time he was 5 years old. He remembered all those times with joy and happiness, even when the cow...
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Mary Davies Herbert, on Nov. 7 in Bakersfield, California. Mary Davies Herbert was born on Jan. 27, 1952 in Invermere, British Columbia, Canada to William Alexander Davies and Jane Randolph Davies. She was married to Walter Herbert. Mary was a Registered Nurse for 35 years. She was a member of Catholic Daughters of America, worked in St Malachy's CDA store, was a routine participant in crafting items for the CDA Bazaar, the operation of...
On Monday, Nov. 18 Nik Scott Sutton passed away in Tehachap at the age of 66 after a lengthy battle with lung cancer. He is survived by his wife, Linda; his sons and daughters-in-law, Derek and Julie, Skylar and Danielle; his sister, brother-in-law, and brother, Nardi, Mark, and Steve; his parents, Jerry and Joan; and his grandchildren, Tyler, Shane, Connor, Drew and Gage. Nik was born on Dec. 29, 1957 in Gilroy, California. He spent his youth exploring the outdoors, fishing, building and...
John Aaron Fairris was born on Aug. 28, 1935, in Webb, Mississippi, to Charles and Willie (Lay) Fairris. John was the fourth of five boys. Eventually the family moved to California. He went to Jordan High School in Long Beach where he met Bonnie Lou Buckley. They married on April 9, 1954. This year they celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary. They had two children, Christine and John Jr. John started working at Rockwell International in Chatsworth, California, when he was 18 and retired when...
I read an article a while back that described a study (a study?) about why children didn't care for the school lunches. We're talking about a carefully planned, nutritionally balanced lunch. That last sentence says it all. What kid likes a carefully planned, nutritious lunch? I remember my youngest child (now past 50) used to tell me that he always put his peas in the empty milk carton. Good place to hide peas! Of course, some kids eat the lunches and think nothing much about it. The general...
The Tehachapi Depot Railroad Museum is having an opportunity drawing on Dec. 21 to raise money to assist with upcoming projects. Opportunity tickets are being sold by Friends of the Tehachapi Depot for a chance to win a Christmas tree full of gift cards, which have been donated by several local businesses. The total value is over $600! Tickets are $10 for one ticket, $50 for six tickets, or $100 for 13 tickets. Stop by the museum, check out the tree and buy your tickets. The Depot Museum is...
The City of Tehachapi and the Rotary Club of Tehachapi are seeking the community's support in gathering non-perishable food items and other essential goods for seniors and families in need this holiday season. Items can be dropped off at various participating locations until Monday, Dec. 16. Drop-off locations include Tehachapi City Hall, the Tehachapi Police Department, The Loop newspaper, Tehachapi News and Mountain Bible Church. The "Twelve Days of Christmas" program aims to fill boxes with...
There was a solar eclipse visible in Tehachapi on May 20, 2012, and some Tehachapi residents took photos of the event. Chris Esten took a photo of unusual crescent-shaped shadows caused by the solar eclipse that began at about 5:30 p.m. On that afternoon, Chris and his wife Kerri were at their home in the Tehachapi Mountains and when checking out the eclipse, they enjoyed the distinctive shadows caused by the partially eclipsed sun as it was shining through small gaps between the leaves of...
Books are my friends and the characters within them hold precious memories. While some people use Advent Calendars to usher in December, I use picture books. I collect my old and new friends together with their holiday additions and let them usher me into the season. From Charlie Brown and Winnie the Pooh, to Madeleine and Dr. Seuss, Clifford the Big Red Dog and the very mischievous cookie mouse, I treasure our first meetings and our ongoing adventures. More recent additions like Llama Llama,...
Tehachapi is a place where people are kind, generous and reach out to those who may need help. The Salvation Army is one of the organizations that does a lot to make life in Tehachapi more enjoyable for people. Tehachapi Community Church appreciates these efforts because they have similar goals of caring and sharing with others. Laurie Betts encouraged members of TCC to support the effort of The Salvation Army to provide Thanksgiving dinners to those in need. The small congregation was able to raise $400 for this project. Laurie asked...
This Thanksgiving, the Tehachapi Adult Day Health Center invites Medi-Cal eligible adults to join a heartwarming celebration with a free Thanksgiving feast and a tour of its facility. Taking place on Thursday, Nov. 28, at noon, this event is designed to foster connection, community, and support. Attendees will have the chance to enjoy delicious food, meet new friends, and engage with the center’s compassionate team of healthcare professionals, including occupational therapists, physical therapists, social workers, and a registered nurse. W...
In a blink of an eye, Thanksgiving has arrived and the holiday season is in full swing. Christmas trees are sights to behold; the city is lit on every corner; hot cocoa and mulled wine are being enjoyed in coffee shops and wine tasting rooms; and children are scrutinizing their wish lists. In Tehachapi, a long-running tradition to kick off the holiday season has been the Christmas Parade. As the sun sets on the first Saturday of December, crowds huddle under warm blankets and sip hot cocoa as...
Mountain Dog Millworks has a Holiday special you'll LOVE. Pick any of their beautiful oak cutting boards small, medium and large sizes are available. No two are the same. Customize with a complimentary engraving and receive a 4oz bottle of cutting board oil to help this gift last a lifetime! They are offering a 10% discount for the gift bundle for all local Tehachapi residents. Call them at (661) 972-9095 or check out their website www.mountaindogmillworks.com/....
Have you noticed the light? Though our days are now shorter, there is a golden light that drapes over our mountains and valleys during late afternoons and makes individual leaves, single blades of grass, as well as dried out bushes and dead broken branches, glow with beauty. It is like the sun is emptying its goodness upon us. Autumn is truly a special time of year. A gift. As the nation turns to the celebration of Thanksgiving, holiday tables reflect that light with candles, gleaming silver...
A Tehachapi Christmas tradition is returning to Fiddlers Crossing. Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol," read by Tehachapi's own Alex Zonn, will be presented on Sunday, Dec. 8 at 3 p.m. Zonn will be coming into town from his new home in Georgia! First published in 1843, "A Christmas Carol" is the story of a bitter old miser named Ebeneezer Scrooge and his transformation resulting from a supernatural visit from the ghost of his former business partner, Jacob Marley, and the Ghosts of Christmases...
Just in time for Christmas, Gallery 'N' Gifts First Friday event features our own jewelry, ceramic and glass artists. Friday, Dec. 6, 4 to 7 p.m. at Gallery 'N' Gifts, 100 W. Tehachapi Blvd. Beverages and refreshments will be served. This month we will be celebrating our jewelry, pottery and glass member artists as they display new work. Gallery 'N' Gifts is open every day from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. This special show spans a variety of medium and price points that will appeal to all tastes and...
