For listing in the newspaper and online, send community events by Thursday at 2 p.m. to Calendar@MountainEnterprise.com or call 661.245.3794
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Friday, Apr. 29
• Speak Easy Theater celebrates National Comedy Month with two performances of ‘April Bondage,’ skits by local writers, today and tomorrow, Saturday, April 30, 7 p.m. (Reservations: 661.242.2709; tickets $5; at 16311 Askin Dr., in Pine Mountain Village, Basecamp).
Saturday, Apr. 30
• Frazier Mountain Little League’s Sponsor Appreciation Day is set for today at Tejon Fields. Photos will be taken at 8 a.m. and games start at 9 a.m. Come give a cheer and share some BBQ with those who make FMLL possible. Fun activities will include a hitting derby and the popular bounce house.
• Lace up your running shoes. Get ready for the Lumberjack 5-mile Fun Run. This is a fundraiser for the El Tejon 8th grade graduation. The run starts at 10 a.m. at the Piñon Pines Fire Station (1001 Coldwater Drive, Piñon Pines). Entry is $5 for El Tejon Unified School District students, $15 for individuals and $20 for a family, payable on the day of the event. Lunch is included. Call Jenifer Abell, 661.245.1121.
• The Medication Take Back Day is 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Frazier Park Sheriff’s substation. Bring in your expired and unused prescription, over the counter and pet drugs for safe disposal. Get free Child Identification cards through the Kern County Sheriff’s Office. The Mountain Communities Coalition Against Substance Abuse (McCASA, 661.245.4303) will assist. See the story in this week’s Mountain Enterprise.
• Speak Easy Theater celebrates National Comedy Month with two performances of ‘April Bondage,’ skits by local writers, 7 p.m. (Reservations: 661.242.2709; tickets $5; at 16311 Askin Dr., in Pine Mountain Village, Basecamp).
Sunday, May 1
* Reservations for Mother’s Day Brunch in the PMC Condor Room are due by today for the Sunday, May 8, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. event. The all-you-can-eat buffet is $24.99 for adults, $9.99 for kids. Make your reservation by today, May 1.
• The Mountain Youth Photo Contest pizza party and opening is at Artworks Gallery, 16233 Pine Valley Lane, Pine Mountain Village tonight at 5 p.m. Everyone is welcome. All of the amazing works on display by 50 Local youths will be for sale. All proceeds go to the young artists. Come on out and join the fun.
Tuesday, May 3
• Sports Night is back at Lampkin Park in Pine Mountain Village, every Tuesday, 5–7 p.m. All ages are welcome. Sports equipment is provided. Invite your friends.
Thursday, May 5
• Law Day at the Mall is 11 a.m.–5 p.m. at Valley Plaza Mall in Bakersfield (2701 Ming Ave. in front of J.C. Penney). Receive free legal information and attorney consultations in probate, family law, child support and bankruptcy—on a first come, first-served basis.
• The AARP monthly luncheon is at noon in the Frazier Mountain Park Community Center (3801 Park Drive, Frazier Park). Guest speaker Chrissy Tomas from Studio Animal Services of Castaic will bring along animal actors with her. See the story in The Mountain Enterprise.
• Did you say chicken dinner? Learn about the Bobcat Reading Program Kickoff at Frazier Park School, 4:30–6:30 p.m. Enjoy delicious Cinco de Mayo chicken dinners ($4 and $6 to benefit the PTSO and the literacy program). See the story in The Mountain Enterprise.
• A Cinco de Mayo movie night at Gorman School for the 8th grade, 5 p.m. $5 for ‘Beverly Hills Chihuahua 3,’ nachos and a drink.
• Do you want to build your confidence and have some fun? An Improv Class starts today at the Frazier Park Library, 6–8 p.m. This is a seven week course (through June 16). The class is led by comedienne Anna Bradley. It is for teens and adults only. Sign up at the front desk at the library.
• Do we want an extra $1 million to help repair Lake of the Woods’ water system? A public meeting at 7 p.m. will answer your questions about the application for USDA/Rural Utility Service matching funds (LOWMWC office, 7025 Cuddy Valley Rd., #F, LOW).
Ongoing and Upcoming
• Frazier Mountain Little League’s Sponsor Appreciation Day is set for Saturday, April 30 at Tejon Fields. Photos will be taken at 8 a.m. and games start at 9 a.m. Come give a cheer and share some BBQ with those who make FMLL possible. Fun activities will include a hitting derby and the popular bounce house.
• Lace up your running shoes. Get ready for the Lumberjack 5 mile Fun Run on Saturday, April 30. This is a fundraiser for the El Tejon 8th grade graduation. The run starts at 10 a.m. at the Piñon Pines Fire Station, 1001 Coldwater Drive, Piñon Pines. Cost is $5 for El Tejon Unified School District students, $15 for individuals and $20 for a family, payable on the day of the event. Lunch is included. Call Jenifer Abell, 661.245.1121.
• A Medication Take Back Day is planned for April 30 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Frazier Park Sheriff’s Substation. Bring in your expired and unwanted prescription drugs for proper disposal. Free Child Identification cards will also be available through the Kern County Sheriff’s Department. Event sponsored by McCASA, 661.245.4303.
• El Tejon School’s Spring Carnival and Chili Cook-Off is Friday, May 6, 4–8 p.m. Fun, food, a bounce house, games, prizes, music and a silent auction are all on the menu. See story on pg. 7. Before that, there will be a “Thank You” gathering at 2 p.m. for those generous people who donated time and money for the renovation of Tejon Fields. National Cement was especially generous. Come say “Thanks.”
• A Rattlesnake Avoidance Clinic for dogs will be offered May 7, 8 and 9 by Sporting Dogs B&B, in Neenach. Call 619.997.6277 to sign up.
• The 34th Annual Lilac Festival is May 14-15. Submit your parade and booth applications right away. Get them at www.pmclilacfestival.com. May 1 is the deadline for vendors, May 8 for parade entries. The festival is 9 a.m.–5 p.m. both days in the Pine Mountain Village Center. The fun starts with the parade at 11 a.m. on Saturday. Over 100 Arts and Crafts booths, food vendors, constant music and entertainment plus kids’ activities offer fun for everyone. See The New Mountain Pioneer for May with the complete schedule.
• The 34th Annual Pine Mountain Club Lilac Festival is taking parade and booth applications. Mark your calendar for May 14–15. Visit www.pmclilacfestival.com for vendor applications (deadline is May 1) and parade applications (deadline is May 8).
• Green Dragon Farms is seeking volunteers for the growing season. Help is needed in the community garden, 3433 Los Padres on Wednesdays, 3–5 p.m. and Saturdays, 8 a.m.–noon. Questions? Call 661.245.3635.
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Frazier Park Library
Hours: Tue., Wed., Thur. 11-7; Fri.-Sat. 9-5
3732 Park Drive, FP— 661-245-1267
Fri., Apr. 29
•9 a.m. Adult Coloring
Saturday, April 30
•9–10 a.m. Mountain Lotus Yoga
•10 a.m. Science Saturday will resume May 14
•3:30 p.m. Reading of the Classics–“Fences” by August Wilson
Tuesday, May 3
•11:30 a.m. Storytime
•5 p.m. Lego club
Wed., May 4
•3:30 p.m. Chess
Thursday, May 5
•11:30 a.m. Computer/eReader One-on-One tutoring; Reservations: 245.1267
•3:30 p.m. Kids, read to Ginger Snap Therapy Dog
•4 p.m. Books to Film–‘The Selection’
•6–8 p.m. Improv Class–See details at left
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COMMUNITY’S REGULAR WEEKLY EVENTS
Every Monday:
•White Sage Lace Guild, Bobbin lace & tatting 9-3 Liz 242-0619
•Meals on Wheels Distribution (<i>also Wed., Fri.</i>) 245-1952
•Qi Gong Class 10–10:45 a.m. Frazier Mtn. Park Community Center, FP. Free. Instructor Deborah Turner 245.3456
•Senior Exercise 11 a.m. Frazier Park Community Center 245-1992
•Frazier Mountain Quilters, Frazier Park Senior Center, 12:30-4 p.m. Pam 331-1837
•Al-Anon Meetings 6:30-7:30 p.m. Family Resource Center Meeting room, 3015 Mt. Pinos Way, Frazier Park 245-2557
Every Tuesday:
•Family Story Time 11:30 a.m. Frazier Park Library 245-1267
•Canasta, Frazier Park Community Center Senior Room 1 p.m.
•Women’s AA Meeting 7• p.m. Family Resource Center Meeting Room, 3015 Mt. Pinos Way, Frazier Park 245-2557
Every Wednesday:
•Pine Mountain Christian Community Church Women’s Bible Study 10 a.m. 242-1025
•Chess: All ages welcome 3:30 p.m. Coach Bill Hopper to teach at Frazier Park Library 245-1267
•MyC3 meeting 3:30–4:30 p.m. Family Resource Center, 3015 Mt. Pinos Way, 245-4303
•Frazier Mountain CERT meeting 6–7 p.m. at Falcon’s Nest, FP
•CrossTrainers at Frazier Mountain Community Center 6:30-8 p.m. 3rd-7th graders (girls 3rd-9th) Coach Rose 248-2004
•Meals on Wheels Distribution (also Mon., Fri.) 245-1952
Every Thursday:
•Cal Veteran Assistance Program at Family Resource Center 9–11 a.m., 3015 Mt. Pinos Way, 245-4303
•Senior Exercise 11 a.m. Frazier Park Community Center 245-1992
•Personal computer coaching 11:30 a.m. Frazier Park Library, 245-1267
•E-Reader help. Call for appt. Frazier Park Library 245-1267
•Mexican Train Dominoes, Frazier Mountain Park Community Center Senior Rm. 1 p.m. 245-1992
•Awana-All children welcome ages 3 yrs.-6th grade 6 p.m. at Pine Mtn. Christian Community Church
Every Friday:
•Scrappers Club 8-2 Pool Pavilion at PMC Clubhouse
•AA Meeting is 5-7:30 p.m. Family Resource Center meeting room, 3015 Mt. Pinos Way, Ste. 102, Frazier Park
•Meals on Wheels Distribution (also Mon., Wed.) 245-1952
Every Saturday:
•’Around Town with Don Eubank’ live on YouTube 8 a.m.
•Tai Chi with Jessie Finneman 10–11 a.m. Frazier Mountain Park 661.448.5036
•Noon Meditation at Jizo Peace Center 2012 Pioneer Way, PMC 661.242-6956
•Community Reading of the Classics/drama 3:30–5 p.m. Frazier Park Library
•Bingo 7-9 p.m. VFW Hall, 612 Canada Trail, FP 245-3273
•Narcotics Anonymous Meeting 7:30–9:30 Family Resource Center meeting room, 3015 Mt. Pinos Way, Ste. 102, FP 245-2557
Every Sunday:
•Strolls with the Sierra Club. Meet at PMC Clubhouse parking lot 8-9:30 a.m. 661.242-0432
•Mexican Train Domino and Canasta at the Frazier Park Community Center Senior Room 1 p.m.
•Pine Mountain Christian Community Church Youth Group (8th -12th grades) meets at the Activity Center , 5 p.m. 242-1025
REGULAR BI-WEEKLY EVENTS
1st, 2nd & 3rd Wed:
•Rotary Club meeting 6 p.m. at La Sierra Mexican Restaurant, FP
1st & 3rd Thurs:
•Paralegal at Family Resource Center 10 a.m.–3 p.m., 3015 Mt. Pinos Way, 245-4303
2nd & 4th Wed:
•Dept. of Human Services 9:30-11:30 a.m. Family Resource Center. No appt. needed.
•Senior Sack 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Frazier Park Community Center 245-3409
1st or 2nd Sat:
•Pine Mountain Village Merchants Association breakfast 8 a.m., meeting 9 a.m. at La Leña, PMV. Call to confirm 242-2035
2nd and 4th Sat:
•Veterans Support Group 7 p.m. near Midway Market upstairs in LOW 245-4269
REGULAR MONTHLY EVENTS
First Tue:
•Piñon Pines Water Board Meeting 6:30 p.m. Firehouse in Piñon Pines
•Kern County Search and Rescue 7 p.m. Frazier Mountain Park Community Center, FP
First Wed:
•Salvation Army Commodities Distribution 11 a.m. Frazier Mountain Park Community Center 245-3995
First Thu:
•Boys & Girls Club board meeting, 12 noon, Tejon Mountain Village office 661.663.4281
•AARP potluck meeting 12 noon at Frazier Mountain Park Community Center
•LOW Mutual Water Co meeting is 7 p.m. at Cuddy Hall
First Fri:
•Red Hat Society Frazier Mountain Mommas 9 a.m. Call M.J. Glaseman for location 242-0405
•Drum & Sound Circle 6:30-8:30 p.m. PowWow Lodge, 2400 Ironwood Dr., PMC 242-1779
First Sat:
•VFW & Ladies Auxiliary 11 a.m. VFW Post Hall, FP
•KYIS Knitting Guild meet at PMC Clubhouse Pool Pavilion 1-4 p.m.
•Sierra Club Condor Group 6:30 p.m. Pool Pavilion, PMC Clubhouse 242-0423
Second Mon:
•FMHS Booster Club meeting 7 p.m. at Falcon’s Nest, FP
Second Tues:
•Gorman Elementary School Board 3:30 p.m. at the school
•Lebec County Water District board meeting, 7 p.m. 2037 Lebec Road, Lebec
•Square Dancing at Cuddy Hall, 7 p.m. Call Don and Bethel 245-1882
•AARP Board meeting, 10 a.m. Frazier Mountain Park Senior Center (Leave a message 661.505.8605
Second Wed:
•Ridge Route Communities Museum board meeting 2 p.m. at the museum
Second Thu:
•Assemblywoman Shannon Grove’s mobile office hours 10-11 a.m. Family Resource Center, 3015 Mt. Pinos Way, FP Appt. Javier Reyes at 661-395-2995.
•Congressman Kevin McCarthy’s mobile office hours are 10-11 a.m. at the Family Resource Center, 3015 Mt. Pinos Way, Frazier Park. For an appointment call Vince Fong at 661-327-3611
•State Senator Jean Fuller’s mobile office hours are 3–5 p.m. at the Family Resource Center, 3015 Mt. Pinos Way, Frazier Park. For an appointment call 661.323.0443
•South West Health Care District meeting 6 p.m. Frazier Mountain Community Health Center, Lebec
•Frazier Park Public Utility District board meeting 6 p.m. at office.
•ETUSD School Board 7–9 p.m. Frazier Mountain High School campus in the Continuation Room 248-6247
Second Fri:
•Pine Mountain Town Hall 7–8 p.m. Info call 242-3788
Second Sat:
•Scouts West 4 x 4 Club at Los Pinos 10 a.m. 245-3250
•Warped Yarns Spinning and Weaving Guild in Pinon Pines. Call Holly at 245-2489 or Mary 242-7005 for location.
•Sierra Club, 6#0 p.m. Pool Pavilion–Pine Mountain Clubhouse
Third Tues, Odd Months:
•Fire Safe Council meeting 9:30 a.m. Chuchupate Ranger Station Conference Room, Lockwood Valley
Third Tues:
•Health Insurance Counseling 10 a.m.–noon Family Resource Center meeting room, 3015 Mt. Pinos Way, FP
•South Kern Cemetery District board meeting 5:30 p.m. Arvin Library, Arvin
Third Wed:
•Shelter on the Hill board meeting, Tejon Ranch Natural Resource Bldg. 6 p.m. 245-5021 Members & guests
•AARP Board meeting 9:30 a.m. Frazier Park Senior Center. Shirley 245-1782
Third Thu:
•McCASA Meeting 5–6:30 p.m. Family Resource Center meeting room downstairs. For more info call 245-4303
Third Fri:
•PMC Amateur Radio Club meeting, 6:45 p.m. Call for location 242.2211
Third Sat:
•Pine Mountain Gardeners meeting 4–5:30 p.m. in the PMC Pool Pavilion. For more info call Judy Kleim 242-0817
•Men’s Breakfast 8:30 a.m. Pine Mountain Christian Community Church Activity Center, PMV
Third Sat, Even Months:
•Ham Radio Testing 12 noon at the Frazier Park Library
Fourth Tue:
•Piñon Pines HOA 6:60 p.m. at the firehouse in Piñon Pines
This is part of the April 29, 2016 online edition of The Mountain Enterprise.
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