Tehachapi's Online Community News & Entertainment Guide
Tehachapi's Online Community News & Entertainment Guide
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On March 13, 2002, officials from the Kern County Superintendent of Schools office and community partners gathered at KCSOS's downtown Bakersfield headquarters to launch a new educational TV program called "Do the Math." After nearly two decades and with more than 900 live episodes in the books, the program is gearing up for the start of its 20th season on Sept. 14. "Do the Math" was the brainchild of former KCSOS employees Janis Jones, Coordinator of Afterschool Programs and Laurie Maclin,...
[Editor's note: On page 2 of The Loop newspaper's Aug. 14, 2021 issue, the incorrect date was published for this event. Please note Sept. 11 is the correct date for the star party at Aviator Park.] The COVID pandemic has shut down our community star parties for far too long. At last, it's time to gather 'round the telescopes once again! This year we have all of the planets in our evening sky; some near the setting sun, others rising as it gets dark. While Mars, Mercury and blazing Venus set...
Assemblyman Vince Fong will once again cover the costs for the first 100 pet adoptions at Kern County Animal Services from Thursday, September 16 through Saturday, September 18. “There are many dogs and cats in desperate need of a good home,” said Assemblyman Fong (R-Kern County). “Having two rescue dogs of my own, I know the wonderful impact a pet can bring into a home.” “Adopting and caring for a loving animal has been shown to lift a person’s spirits and bring emotional health to families. I...
The 44th annual "Fiddlin' Down the Tracks" Old Time Fiddle Contest takes place in Tehachapi on Friday and Saturday, September 17 and 18, at Country Oaks Baptist Church, 20915 Schout Road, Tehachapi. This year the contest is being held in memory of Matthew Rails, one of District 3's fine young fiddlers who passed away recently, shortly before his 21st birthday. There will be a story board commemorating Matthew's life and a tribute fiddle division in his memory, with a trophy for the best...
Recently released episodes of TehachaPod feature interviews with the Tehachapi High School Booster Club, and a conversation with Tehachapi Valley Recreation Parks District (TVRPD). In episode 94 of TehachaPod, Corey Costelloe becomes the interviewee as a THS alumni and member of the Warrior Board of Directors. Corey gets into detail about how the Booster Club supports the THS student athletes throughout the year. He explains how they could use community volunteers and how we all can support the...
On August 19, from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m., the City of Tehachapi hosted the first Coffee with the Mayor event of this year at The Coffee Mill. The last time the Coffee with the Mayor event was held was December 2019. “It’s great to have Coffee with the Mayor back again, the opportunity to talk to the residents is so important for me as well as for City staff. I enjoy listening to the feedback and ideas, and it’s nice to just have a chance to talk with everyone,” said Mayor Phil Smith. The Coffee with the Mayor gathering was designed to create...
The Tehachapi Chapter 221 American Legion Riders is inviting all motorcycle enthusiasts to join us on Saturday, September 11, 2021 for our annual Poker Run Fundraiser event. This fundraiser benefits veterans and children. There will be a $500 highest poker hand prize and a $100 lowest poker hand prize. There will also be a 50/50 raffle and opportunity drawings for a variety of donated prizes. Registration for the event will be held from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at The Coffee Mill on 120 S. Mill...
The new owner of the golf course, Andri Karapetian, appeared at the August Board of Directors meeting and provided a status report on the progress of revitalizing the course. He indicated he is working with both Kern County and the CSD to bring back the 18-hole course as quickly as possible and even better than it was. Currently there is a bit of a slowdown while awaiting the County to reissue a conditional use permit for the property. That could take as long as three months. Water and sewerage...
Tehachapi Community Theatre (TCT) was looking for a musical that was fun and played to its strengths, hadn't ever been done locally, and would give director Doug Jockinsen – who is also the Executive Producer for TCT – a big project to produce. "Nunsense" fit the bill perfectly. The musical about the lovable nuns has been a crowd-pleaser since it opened in 1985. It ran for 10 years and 3,672 performances, becoming the second-longest-running Off-Broadway show in history and an international phe...
The COVID pandemic has shut down our community star parties for far too long. At last, it's time to gather 'round the telescopes once again! This year we have all of the planets in our evening sky; some near the setting sun, others rising as it gets dark. While Mars, Mercury and blazing Venus set close to the setting sun, the other four planets pop out across the darkening evening sky. Jupiter and its four big moons will be visible early along with glorious Saturn, with its rings open a healthy...
Are you and your family ready for school? Make sure childhood vaccinations are at the top of your checklist! Kern County Public Health Services is offering convenient, low-cost back to school vaccinations at the Kern County Fairgrounds, 1142 P Street in Bakersfield. Appointments are preferred and prioritized and can be made by calling (661) 321-3000. “We enjoy helping local families prepare for back to school each year by providing our annual vaccination clinic,” says Brynn Carrigan, Director of Kern County Public Health Services. “This is an...
After being held virtually last fall due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Kern County Superintendent of Schools office, in conjunction with the Kern High School District, will host the annual Kern County College Night in-person on Monday, September 13 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Bakersfield Convention Center. The event will feature fewer colleges and universities in attendance this year to allow for more spacing between exhibit booths. The event is free and reservations/tickets are not required. However, entry is limited to one student and one...
Model trains have been traditional gifts for young and old alike. The Tehachapi Loop Railroad Club would like to share their toys with all of you at their Summer Model Train Show on Saturday, Aug. 14 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Aug. 15 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Listen to the whistles, bells, huffing and chuffing as you watch the operating layouts in Large Scale, Lionel, HO and N Modules. It’s a fun time for the public, as well as the modelers. There will also be a promotions table f...
On Aug. 5, members of the Tehachapi business community came together with representatives of local government to cut a ribbon celebrating the official opening of Deco du Jour, a new upscale furniture store located in the SaveMart shopping center at the corner of Tucker Road and Valley Blvd. Owners Gina Dumania and Shawn Bineau opened the store during the pandemic and were very excited to finally be able to hold the event....
At the August meeting of the Greater Tehachapi Economic Development Council, the Tehachapi Arts Commission presented Christina Scrivner, head of Philanthropy for Adventist Health Tehachapi Valley Foundation, with a check for $14,300 to be used for future art acquisitions for the hospital. The check represented the proceeds from ticket sales to the VIP Reception that kicked off the Art 2021 exhibit on the weekend of July 23-25....
Local Team Liberty BMX racers recently competed in the California Summer State Games held in San Diego on July 24 at San Diego BMX. The Games are set up to celebrate the Olympic Spirit of competition among Californians. Before the race started a symbolic State Games Torch was passed around the track. The grandson, grandpa duo of Kayden "Speedy" Gonzales and Curtis "Mohawk Grandpa" Nelson, had a good race day. Gonzales competing in the 12-year-old intermediate class division, was hoping for a...
The return to normalcy is a relative term. For the cast and crew of "Nunsense," it simply means being able to step back onto the BeeKay Theatre stage for rehearsals with actual cast members and stagehands nearby. "You don't realize how much you needed it until you get back into it," said Leslie Reynolds, who joins with a very talented cast in Tehachapi Community Theatre's performance of "Nunsense," which runs Sept. 10-Oct. 3. "I'm so happy to sing and dance with someone who is actually in the...
With an official ribbon cutting on Monday, July 26, Friends of the Depot (FOTD), representatives from Kern County and major donors celebrated the completion of the Loop Overlook project. FOTD Vice President Keith Sackewitz initially envisioned the project several years ago after seeing a photograph of an older woman attempting to cross the road to view the historical Tehachapi Loop railroad marvel. It was obvious that the narrow road handled too much traffic for people to view the Loop safely. H...
Hall Ambulance is currently accepting applications for its next Hall EMT Academy starting Sept. 28. This is not a school but your pathway to becoming an emergency medical technician working in the Hall Ambulance 911 system in eight weeks. An emergency medical technician works on the front line of emergency medical services. EMTs assist with patient care and provide safe transport to the hospital. Hall EMT Academy graduates start at $38,000 and enjoy an extensive health and benefits plan, with...
Alert Disaster Restoration celebrated their new location with a Grand Opening/Ribbon Cutting on Wednesday, July 21. They were joined by members of the Tehachapi Business community. Alert Disaster is located at 112 S. Robinson St., Tehachapi. For more information call (661) 823-4113....
The community joined the Grand Opening/Ribbon Cutting at Edward Jones/Brandon Billings on Tuesday, July 27. This branch of Edward Jones Investments is located at 1001 W. Tehachapi Blvd., Ste. B-100, Tehachapi. For more information call (661) 750-6076....
After almost 17 months of silence due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Tehachapi's intimate acoustic music venue, Fiddlers Crossing, will finally be alive with music for the monthly "First Friday" festivities on Aug. 6. This re-opening concert, will feature Los Angeles-based father and daughter singer-songwriter duo, Kevin and Kathleen Kelso. The show will begin at 7 p.m., with doors opening at 6:30 p.m. Admission is free, but tips for the performers are strongly encouraged. The Kelsos are among a loya...
The Tehachapi Valley Gem and Mineral Society is back and gaining momentum for the upcoming Tehachapi Mountain Festival. For a number of years we have held an annual Rock and Mineral Show and this year it will be bigger and better than before. On Aug. 21 and 22, the Tehachapi Valley Gem and Mineral Club will be hosting a gemstone, fossil and mineral show at the Tehachapi Senior Citizen Center, located at 500 E. F Street in Tehachapi. Admission is free to the public and the club will be giving out fossil shark teeth to all kids attending the...
The Chamber is very excited to bring back the Tehachapi Mountain Festival this year on August 20-22, an event Tehachapi looks forward to each year. We are still dealing with the effects of COVID-19, as many event organizers are, and unfortunately there will be a change in activities this year. The carnival will not be part of the festival activities. Numerous annual events that were canceled in 2020 have not been rescheduled for 2021 in California, which has put the carnival company in the...
At the July meeting of the Tehachapi Valley Recreation and Park District Board, Ashley Krempien, TVRPD Recreation Manager, announced Brews on the Mountain Beer and Wine Festival. The new event will take place on Oct. 23 at Grimes Field at West Park, 490 West D Street, from noon to 4 p.m. Tehachapi’s Westlane Brewery will be the presenting sponsor. World Wind and Solar (WWS), BHE Renewables and Bowe Contractors have also signed on as sponsors. General Admission will be $40 and include a c...
