Tehachapi's Online Community News & Entertainment Guide
Tehachapi's Online Community News & Entertainment Guide
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The Tehachapi Museum first opened on July 4, 1973 in a small building on Tehachapi Boulevard. The building, which was later torn down, was used by the Chamber of Commerce and rented to the Heritage League. On Jan. 1, 1982, during a snow storm, the Tehachapi Museum moved to its present location, which was the former Kern County Tehachapi Branch Library. Now those were hardy and dedicated volunteers to move during a snow storm! Help celebrate the Museum's 51st birthday on July 4, 2024. The Museum...
California native Spencer Rose first stepped into the Rodeo arena at the age of 12. Spencer quickly became one of the world's best female trick ropers and has entertained crowds at the California Rodeo Salinas, Pendleton Round-up, California Circuit Finals, the World Equestrian Games in 2010 and the Qasr Al Hasn festival in Abu Dhabi. At 19, she embarked on a tour with Cavalia that lasted five years and crossed four continents. She is the only rider to have performed in both Cavalia and Odysseo...
Tehachapi Valley Recreation & Park District (TVRPD) is excited to declare July as Parks & Recreation Month. This year's theme, "Where You Belong," captures what we aim to provide – a welcoming space where everyone in Tehachapi can find their place. Parks & Recreation month is a time to celebrate our parks, appreciate the outdoors and encourage everyone to get outside, be active, and connect with nature together. Throughout July, TVRPD will host a variety of events and activities designed to s...
It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of Oscar Schnaidt of Tehachapi and Taft, California, who left us on May 18 at the age of 93. Oscar was born in Zap, North Dakota on July 24, 1930, to Jacob and Doris Schnaidt. Oscar was a Korean War Veteran, serving as an airborne ranger in the Army 187th Airborne RTC. He was also a member of the Army Camp Wood exhibition basketball team in Japan. He was a well-known athlete at Beulah High School in North Dakota where he excelled in...
From a child bringing home a pocket full of rocks to the adult on a quest for the illusive rare find, rockhounding is a popular hobby for many, and Tehachapi is no exception. Started in 1985 by a group of local rock hounds, the Tehachapi Valley Rock and Mineral Society is an active 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to educating members and the local community about geology and lapidary arts. The club meets every fourth Thursday at the Senior Center in Downtown Tehachapi and often features guest speakers on how to find meteorites, the l...
I was looking out at the crazy winds, having their way with everything in their path, when out of the corner of my eye I saw a large brown something twisting around. It could have been just the wind whipping free a banner attached to the baseball fencing behind home plate. But I have to say, my first impression was a dragon. It honestly looked like a dragon. Not a big one – rather small in size, but a dragon nonetheless. With a large enough wing span to be mighty and some spiky things on its b...
The Tehachapi Cancer Foundation recently hosted its annual fundraiser, Screw Cancer 5 "Staying Alive," at Dorner's Family Vineyard for the second consecutive year. The event was blessed with perfect weather, and despite many other activities happening around town, we had an incredible turnout. We are deeply grateful to everyone who took the time to support us. It was heartwarming to see several cancer "warriors" in attendance, reminding us why we do what we do. The event featured a flowing...
Serena Thornburg was presented with a special award for winning the Rotary District 5240 Essay Contest during the Rotary Club of Tehachapi's meeting on June 6. Club President Paul Kaminski introduced Jacque Jans, executive assistant governor for Rotary District 5240 and member of the Rotary Club of Bakersfield West, who made the presentation. After winning the essay contest at the local level, Serena went on to win the Middle School Division of the contest, competing against winners from 70...
The Heritage Oak School (HOS) was founded in 1994 and fall 2024 marks its 30th year. With an emphasis on spiritual growth for their students, the school's mission is to, "serve Christian families and their children by disciplining passionate hearts and strong minds to be ALL for Christ." Amy Walker has been a part of the institution and its academic road to excellence since it was founded in 1994 and became head of the school in 2014. She shared it has been a fulfilling journey since the school...
At the June 18 Tehachapi Valley Recreation and Park District meeting, General Manager Corey Torres announced the winners of their Spring into Action challenge that began on March 21 in partnership with the City of Tehachapi. Participants were challenged to run/walk, cycle and swim over a 3 month period and log their miles. They were encouraged to sign up as teams and individuals. TVRPD presented awards to the winners and then posed for a group photograph. Top 3 Teams: 1. Tehachapi Hotties 2....
After starting a packet of Zinnia seeds, they grew into the most beautiful, vibrant colors, and Jacki Head, dreamer and owner of Old Town Flower Farm, wanted to share them. She started giving away flowers from her garden and, unbeknownst to her, she was healing ... one bouquet at a time. It was then that she knew sharing the beauty and joy of flowers was her purpose, and Old Town Flower Farm was born. This season at the Farmers Market, they are offering Tehachapi grown cut flowers, seeds,...
I've been anxious to get back to the Tejon Outlet Mall to revisit the Bird Dog Arts Gallery and I finally got to do so a couple of weeks ago. Three friends and I all got together to go: Julee, Leila, and Lauraine had never been to the Tejon Mall at all, and I've only been there once (two years ago). It was one of the hottest days in June to date when we set out one midmorning for a fun day of friendship and discovery. It only took us about an hour to get there – the mall is located south of B...
The Tehachapi Valley Recreation & Park District honored our fallen military personnel on May 27 at Philip Marx Central Park. A large crowd gathered to remember those who have given their lives for our freedoms. Photos were displayed of fallen service members. Police Chief Richard Standridge, who had served in the United States Navy, was the guest speaker....
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The City of Tehachapi is excited to announce the grand opening of Valley Park, 704 W. Valley Blvd., on Monday, June 10 at 10 a.m. The community is invited to attend the ceremony, which will include a ribbon cutting, the opportunity for kids to put their handprints in concrete, a giveaway of 200 soccer balls and free soccer clinics from THS Boys and Girls Varsity Soccer teams. The park includes a 5-A-Side soccer field, landscaping, shade trees, benches, bicycle racks, picnic tables and parking....
The City of Tehachapi invites the community to the new season of the Tehachapi Farmers Market, which kicked off Thursday, June 6 from 4 to 7 p.m. on S. Green Street. The event this year has a larger footprint than years past, featuring more than 50 vendors, live music, unique entertainment and games. This family-friendly event will take place every Thursday until Aug. 29. The full list of vendors and schedule of musicians is now published on the City's website at www.liveupte...
The Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce's annual Job Fair is coming up on June 22! It will be an opportunity for job seekers to find the perfect business to work for and join a team that is a perfect fit. It is also a chance for local businesses to interview potential employees and grow their teams. The Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce will be offering assistance to job seekers beforehand, helping with resume building and practicing interview skills. There will be breakfast, coffee and lu...
On June 29 from 1 to 4 p.m., Lelia Kleiman will conduct glass art classes at the Tehachapi Arts Center. Students will have the opportunity to work with an experienced glass artist and learn techniques to create their own glass artifacts. Students will have their choice to create their own fused glass project or copy one of three designs by our own glass fusion expert, Leila. The cost of the class is $35. Students must pre-enroll for the classes in order to attend. Pre-enrollment is required to e...
Announcing the Adult Day Health Center’s FREE Visitors Day all Summer long between 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. (program hours). A free breakfast and lunch will be served. Be apart of the full program for the day to see if ADHC is right for you or your loved ones at 123 W. F St., Tehachapi, (661) 863-9998....
Phoenix Pharms Owner, Jacqueline Meadows, wanted to grow food that she could share with her community that is nutritious down to the cellular level. A lot of change has made its way into households on how to get rid of toxins in our lives. She grows microgreens to provide highly nutritious, toxic-free and clean food. They are extremely easy to add to your meals and can be eaten every day, or a few days a week to get a wide variety of vitamins and macro/micro elements. Phoenix Pharms will be...
Are you ready? As we head into summer we here at Karl's Hardware in Tehachapi want to remind you to be prepared. With our first heatwave fast approaching we want to make sure you are not stuck in the HEAT. It seems the first heatwave of the season leaves us scrambling, no pun intended, to find the things we need so we can cool down. The swamp cooler, that we so hastily covered at the first sign of winter, probably needs a tune up. Stop into the store, and one of our knowledgeable staff members...
A plumbing leak can quickly escalate from a minor inconvenience to a major disaster, causing significant damage to your home and possessions. Knowing how to handle an emergency leak can save you hundreds of dollars in repair costs and prevent extensive water damage. Here are some crucial steps to take if you encounter a plumbing leak, brought to you by John The Plumber. 1. Know your main water shut-off valve The first and most important step in any plumbing emergency is to stop the flow of...
The community responded enthusiastically to the yard sale at the Errea House. Many people donated items to sell, and even more people came to buy. The Tehachapi Heritage League, which operates the Tehachapi Museum and the Errea House, is dependent on fundraisers and donations to maintain these facilities. Dixie Coutant, who spearheaded the yard sale, expressed appreciation to the many docents who worked to make the sale a success and for those who donated and bought items. Tehachapi Heritage...
On May 25, officers from the Tehachapi Police Department were dispatched to 400 Tucker Rd. (Walmart) to investigate a report of grand theft from the business. Walmart employees described the suspects and suspect vehicle to responding officers. Officers located the suspect vehicle in the 1100 block of West Tehachapi Boulevard. The suspects contacted were identified as Kenneth Tyrone Thomas (43), Stephanie Ann Morgan (36), Shantel Denise Taylor (29), Malaysia Rene Coleman (40) and Ingrid Darasha...
If you know what a huckleberry is, you are mighty lucky! Smaller than a blueberry, a luscious dark purple when ripe, they are sweet with a hint of wildness. Huckleberries are found growing in the Pacific Northwest along mountain slopes, in forests, around lakes and are almost impossible to grow commercially. So they remain wild and free for the picking. At elevations above 5,000 feet, competition for a ripe huckleberry in late July into August is intense. Equally relished by both man and bear...
