Tehachapi's Online Community News & Entertainment Guide
Tehachapi's Online Community News & Entertainment Guide
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Gallery 'N' Gifts has been a staple of Tehachapi's Historic Downtown Business District for 45 years. This gift boutique and fine arts gallery, run by Tehachapi Valley Arts Association, features the creations of local artists. You'll find a wide-variety of gifts for all ages made by artisans with a gift for quality workmanship. Fine art, potters, metal art, weavings, quilts, fashion accessories, jewelry, wood items, scented candles, bath/body products, sewing creations, tumbles, Tehachapi...
Markos D1 attended the 25th annual Latin Grammys in a sparkling custom design. The singer and owner of the Markos D1 Salon in Tehachapi will be in town on Dec. 7 to share all his beauty secrets in a very special and educational beauty class. Markos, who has become a part of our community, is definitely a local talent to watch. Markos explains how important the community has been in impacting his career along with the support of the Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce, the City of Tehachapi...
Every year our Christmas transformation takes over more of the store, gets more elaborate and, in the end, spreads more joy. It is something we take a lot of pride in because we love to provide an experience. How many folks feel overwhelmed during the holidays shopping at crowded big box stores? How much of the spirit of giving is lost clicking through filter menus online shopping? How much connection is lost being just another transaction? We want the community to walk in and feel like they hav...
Exciting news for local residents: TehachaSleep, a brand-new furniture and mattress store, has opened its doors in the heart of Tehachapi, bringing an extensive range of stylish home furnishings and premium mattresses. Whether it's time for a living room refresh, a bedroom upgrade or finally getting the sleep you deserve, TehachaSleep is your one-stop shop for comfort, quality and value. Diverse selection and stylish comfort Located conveniently in Tehachapi, TehachaSleep offers a variety of...
Rich, full-length draperies can certainly add drama and elegance to a room. But sometimes you need a clean, streamlined look at the window, especially if space is limited. Roman shades are a classic staple in décor and are known for the soft, modern polish they bring to any room. In their basic form, Roman shades are simply fabric window coverings that can be raised or lowered with the help of a cord system and rings sewn on the back of the fabric. When raised, the fabric stacks evenly in...
Medicare's Annual Open Enrollment period, running through Dec. 7, is your yearly opportunity to review your healthcare coverage. Even if your current plan seems to be working well, this year's enrollment is especially important due to upcoming changes that could impact your costs and coverage. Key change starting in 2025: Beginning in 2025, Medicare Part D plans will introduce a $2,000 annual cap on out-of-pocket expenses for covered prescription drugs. This long-awaited improvement will make...
A Cashout Refinance is a financial strategy that homeowners can utilize to tap into the equity they have built in their homes, providing an opportunity to reclaim financial freedom. By refinancing your existing mortgage, you can replace the current loan with a new one, borrowing more than the outstanding balance with the goal of receiving a lump sum of cash. A Cashout Refinance may be able to help you: 1. Consolidate high interest debts: Homeowners burdened with multiple high interest debts,...
The cost is the worst part of a probate. When property passes through full probate, the estate will incur attorney's fees, court costs and potentially other expenses, all of which can be quite substantial depending on the size and nature of your estate. Attorney fees are generally set by state law and are usually based on the market value of the assets in the estate being probated, exclusive of any debts or loans associated with the asset. If you own real estate in California or your estate...
At the weekly meeting of the Rotary Club of Tehachapi, the speaker was Tehachapi resident and Rotary member Christal Wheeler. Wheeler is a member of the Wood Family Funeral Service team, and she gave a presentation known as a "Rotary Craft Talk," in which a Rotarian shares their approach to the craft of living, including the stories and experiences that have shaped their life. Wheeler initially joined Wood Family Funeral Service team in 2019 as the event and wedding planner for the funeral...
The Tehachapi Lions Club received a $500 environmental grant from California Lions Foundation. This grant was given to the Tehachapi Unified School District. As a result, a 50-gallon sequoia tree was planted in front of Tehachapi High School. The sequoia tree is also known as the giant redwood. They can grow to be over 300 feet tall and have diameters of more than 30 feet near the ground. The sequoia trees lifespan can be more than 3,000 years. The Lions Club hopes the tree will be enjoyed for...
Psychiatric Wellness Center is proud to announce the launch of its new Enhanced Care Management (ECM) Mobile Mental Health Clinic, in partnership with Anthem Blue Cross Medi-Cal, the Kern County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and the Kern County District Attorney's Office Family Justice Center. This ECM program is made possible by Governor Gavin Newsom's support of the CalAIM program and the California Department of Health Care Services. "Our state's behavioral health expansion and transformation...
On Oct. 31, the new owners of the Healthy Hippie Trading Company celebrated Halloween with a special grand re-opening and ribbon cutting. Kimberly Durham Ashton and her husband Thorne Ashton recently took ownership of Healthy Hippie from previous owner Sarah Rose, and they celebrated in style. The event was a success with guests dressed up as hippies, live music provided by Highline, plenty of food, crafts, amazing products and even face painting. The shop will continue to host favorite events,...
The Antelope Valley Economic Development and Growth Enterprise (AV EDGE) was recently recognized at the LAEDC's 29th EDDY Awards Gala with the coveted Strategic Engagement Partners of the Year award. AV EDGE shared the 2024 award honors with Long Beach Economic Partnership, Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Corporation and others. For nearly 30 years, this prestigious event celebrates the outstanding achievements of Los Angeles County businesses and organizations that have significantly...
On Nov. 16, Kelley and David Walker, owners of The Pillage Village, braved the November chill with their family and community and cut a ribbon for their shop's grand opening. Throughout the day, guests filled the store browsing through myriad items and finding treasures. Several guests won giveaway prizes and everyone enjoyed the snack bar. When it was time to cut the ribbon, all the guests came together to support the family. Kelley and her husband David have helped the community by donating...
At the Nov. 14 meeting of the Rotary Club of Tehachapi, in honor of Veterans Day, the speaker was Shane McGarrett, who served honorably for four years in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam Era. After an honorable discharge from the Air Force, she embarked upon a long, impressive career in the aerospace industry. Shane has written a memoir titled, "Out of Service: Coming of Age, the Military, a Fight for Life and Justice, a Memoir." Shane was notably certified as the first woman jet...
On Nov. 13, Chris Morales, owner of White Rabbit Studios, stood with her partner, Mary Jane Utley, and over 100 residents to cut the ribbon for her new business. Surrounded by friends, colleagues and city officials, Chris shared her journey from her love of acting on stage and directing plays to realizing a dream come true with White Rabbit Studios. The new space, located on 117 S. Mill St., offers lessons in improv, piano, guitar, acting, puppetry and more. The larger entry space can be used...
"As communities across the Southeast continue to recover and rebuild after Hurricanes Helene and Milton, the SBA remains focused on its mission to provide support to small businesses to help stabilize local economies, even in the face of diminished disaster funding," said Administrator Isabel Casillas Guzman. "If your business has sustained physical damage, or you've lost inventory, equipment or revenues, the SBA will help you navigate the resources available and work with you at our recovery...
After spending more than 50 years observing the seasons change in the Tehachapi Mountains, I've reached the conclusion that autumn is the most transitional of the four seasons. There is noticeable change during each of our three-month long seasons, of course, but the differences are the most dramatic from the beginning to the end of fall. Summer, for example, is more stable: when summer officially begins about June 21 each year, the grasses are dry on the hillsides, the trees have all leafed...
The Karl's Hardware's Rental Center Sale begins Dec. 6 and runs through Dec. 15! Team member Drake displays the 22-ton Iron and Oak Log Splitter, which will have a daily rental sale price of just $105 per day (regular rate $120/day). Check out Karl's Hardware's Rental Center at 20901 South St., in Old Town, Tehachapi....
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Medicare's annual open enrollment period is underway, running through Dec. 7. This time of year is an important opportunity for Medicare beneficiaries to take a look at their current plans and make sure they're still the best fit. If everything works well with your current plan, you don't need to make any changes. Still, it's always a smart idea to review your options and make sure your doctors and medications are covered. I know firsthand that sorting through Medicare can be a bit overwhelming....
It is hard to believe it is fall again in Tehachapi. Soon it will be Thanksgiving and then Christmas! Have you been thinking about Estate Planning? I know it can be a difficult topic...but your children will be happy you have thought ahead to make it easier for them to take care of your estate without a probate. What is better, a will or a trust? A trust will streamline the process of transferring an estate after you die while avoiding a lengthy and potentially costly period of probate (in...
White Rabbit Studios grand opening White Rabbit Studios will be celebrating its grand opening on Nov. 13 at 4 p.m. Located 117 S. Mill St., Ste. B, this new event center will be a space for the community to coordinate classes, host events and gather for any number of activities. Spearheaded by Chris Morales, this new business is an exciting addition to Tehachapi. There will be live music, food, guest artists and more at this event. The Pillage Village grand opening The next is a grand opening...
The Rotary Club of Tehachapi welcomed Rotary District Governor Sherry Peckhoon Sim to Tehachapi on Oct. 10 to share her vision and show her support of the Tehachapi Rotary Club. She was joined by Assistant District Governor Mary Lundstrom from China Lake Rotary and District Chief Operating Officer Kay Pitts from the Bakersfield Breakfast Rotary. District Governor Sherry Sim has been a member of Rotary since she joined the Rotary Club of Morro Bay in 2005. She then helped to start the Rotary...
The Rotary Club of Tehachapi was treated to an informative presentation by Kimberly Bittner, a member of the Bear Valley Springs Garden Club. An avid gardener, Kimberly talked about the Waterwise Garden project in Bear Valley, located at the corner of S. Lower Valley Rd. and Cumberland Rd., next to the parking lot of the Bear Valley Community Services District (BVCSD) office. The garden was originally established over 25 years ago, to help educate residents about options for low water...
