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, August 18, 2017
• Joan Kerr, travel writer and blogger, is the speaker at a Written Word Series, 7 p.m. at Artworks Gallery (16233 Pine Valley Ln., PMV). Kerr will share tips on effective journal keeping and how to turn your notes into a story.
Saturday, August 19, 2017
• Get that dirty car washed! The FMHS Volleyball team is holding a Car Wash, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. in the South Kern Christian Church parking lot (3442 Mt. Pinos Way, FP). Cars are $6, SUVs are $8 and trucks are $10. All proceeds go to the volleyball program.
• See Gorman Ridge Rally racing action at Hungry Valley State Vehicular Recreation Area. Spectators can view the race between 11 a.m.–4 p.m. at the Maxey Stage ($5). See http://www.gormanrally.com/spectators/.
* This month’s Concert on the Greens in PMC features Box Car 7, 4:30–7 p.m.
Sunday, August 20, 2017
• A Let’s Live Local Everything Exchange is 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the tennis court parking lot in Pine Mountain Club. Donate what you don’t need and take what you want. This event is open to all mountain community residents.
Monday, August 21, 2017
• Are you ready for the eclipse? About 65% of the sun will be blocked in the Mountain Communities between 9:05 a.m. and 11:43 a.m. Maximum eclipse is at 10:20 a.m. For details about how to view it safely, see story on pg. 10 and https://eclipse2017.nasa.gov.
Tuesday, August 22, 2017
• The Cannabis Land Use Ordinance Options Environmental Impact Report is the subject of a public briefing, 2 p.m. in the Board of Supervisors Chambers (1115 Truxtun Ave., first floor, Bakersfield). The report is available at the Planning and Natural Resources Dept. (2700 M St., Bakersfield) or at http://pcd.kerndsa.com/planning/environmental-documents. A public hearing is Monday, Sept. 28, 7 p.m. in the supervisors chambers.
Wednesday, August 23, 2017
• It’s Back to School Night from 5:15 to 7 p.m. at Peak to Peak Mountain Charter School. This is also Parent Orientation. Parents of new students are urged to attend.
Thursday, August 24, 2017
• Two seminars, Introduction to Quickbooks, presented by Joseph Carrasquillo, and Fortify Your Retirement Income, given by Marc Weiss, are offered at 1 p.m. at the Frazier Park Library. Both sessions are free and all are welcome to attend.
• The Alzheimer’s and Dementia Caregiver Support Group meets today, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the Family Resource Center (3015 Mt. Pinos Way, FP).
• Parents: Back to School Night for Frazier Park School Transitional Kindergarten (TK) to first grade. A welcome and introduction is 5:30 p.m. in the cafeteria. TK is 5:45 p.m., Kindergarten 6:10 p.m. and first grade 6:30 p.m.
Ongoing and Upcoming
• The Ridge Route Communities Museum is accepting donations for their upcoming Great American Labor Day Yard Sale, Sept. 2, 3 and 4. Items may be dropped off at the museum or call 661.245.7747 for pick-up.
• Do the old timers still have what it takes? Find out on Friday, Aug. 25 when FMHS Alumni face the current Varsity Basketball team in a five game match up, 7 p.m. in the gym. Tickets are $5 for adults, $3 for seniors and students. Kids five and under are free.
• Get your National Parks Lifetime Senior Pass before Aug. 27 for $10, after that it increases to $80. No need for an Adventure Pass ever again: M-F, 8:30-4 p.m. at Chuchupate Ranger Station (34580 Lockwood Valley Road) or online https://store.usgs.gov/senior-pass.
• Super Soccer Saturday is August 26, 8 a.m. at Tejon Fields in Lebec. There will be pictures, a team parade, and a BBQ with lots of fun events.
• Sign up for an Outdoor Survival Preparedness class offered on Sunday, Aug. 27, 9–10:30 a.m. at Wind Wolves Preserve. For reservations call 661.858.1115 or email at windwolvespreserve@twc-ca.org.
• The FY 2017–2018 Kern County budget public hearings are Monday, Aug. 28, 6 p.m. and Tuesday, Aug. 29, 9 a.m. in the Board of Supervisors Chambers (1115 Truxtun Ave., first floor, Bakersfield). To view the proposed budget visit www.co.kern.us/cao.
• Frazier Mountain Little League’s Fall Ball sign ups for those ages 7–16 are now through August 31.
• Get in the swing of things. Beginner Square Dance Classes are offered starting Tuesday, Sept. 5,7–9 p.m. at Cuddy Hall (335 Lakewood Dr., LOW). Sessions are $6 or four for $20 if paid in advance. To sign up call Bethel Billesbach, 661.245.1882 or Pat Jones, 661.245.1508.
• A low-cost vaccination clinic is offered by Kern County Animal Services is Saturday, Sept. 9, 9 a.m.–noon at Frazier Mountain Park. Visit http://www.kerncountyanimalservices.org or call 661.868.7100 for licensing and vaccination fees.
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Frazier Park Library
Hours: Tue., Wed., Thur. 11-7; Fri.-Sat. 9-5
3732 Park Drive, FP— 661-245-1267
Friday, Aug. 18
•9 a.m. Adult Coloring
Saturday, Aug. 19
•9–10 a.m. Mountain Lotus Yoga
•10 a.m. Science Saturday–will continue next month
Tuesday, Aug. 22
•11:30 a.m. Family Storytime
•5 p.m. LEGO Mania Club
Wednesday, Aug. 23
•3:30 p.m. Chess
Thursday, Aug. 24
•11:30 a.m. Computer/eReader One-on-One tutoring; Reservations: 661.245.1267
•1 p.m. Introduction to Quickbooks and Retirement Income Seminars
•3:30 p.m. Kids, read to Ginger Snap the Tail Waggin’ Tutor
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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. Laverne 248-0487
•Al-Anon Meeting 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
•Alcoholics Anonymous meeting 7 p.m. Frazier Mountain Park Community Center 245.1208
Every Wednesday:
•Pine Mountain Christian Community Church Women’s Bible Study 10 a.m. 242-1025
•Al-Anon Meetings 10–11:30 a.m. in PMC behind gas station, next to the gym
•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
•Awana CrossTrainers at Frazier Mountain Community Center 6:30-8 p.m. 3rd-7th graders (girls 3rd-9th) Coach Rose 248-2004
•Narcotics Anonymous Meeting 7 p.m. Family Resource Center Meeting room, 3015 Mt. Pinos Way, Frazier Park 245-2557
•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
•Mommy and Me 10:30 a.m. to noon. Call for location, 245.4303 or 661.809.4276
•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
•Alcoholics Anonymous meeting 7 p.m. Frazier Mountain Park Community Center 245.1208
Every Friday:
•Scrappers Quilt Guild 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Pool Pavilion at PMC Clubhouse
•AA Meeting is 6-7:30 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:
•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 p.m. Family Resource Center meeting room, 3015 Mt. Pinos Way, Ste. 102, FP 245-2557
Every Sunday:
•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
•AA Meeting is 7–8:30 p.m. Family Resource Center meeting room, 3015 Mt. Pinos Way, Ste. 102, Frazier Park
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:
•Kern County Search and Rescue 6:30 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
•Pine Mountain Village Merchants Assn. meeting, 5 p.m. in the Condor Room, Pine Mountain Clubhouse 242.2035
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 & Auxiliary 11 a.m. VFW Post Hall, FP
•KYIS Knitting Guild meet at PMC Clubhouse Pool Pavilion 1-4 p.m.
Second Mon:
•FMHS Booster Club meeting 7 p.m. at Falcon’s Nest, FP
Second Tues:
•Frazier Park Elementary School PTSO meeting 2:30 p.m. in the staff lounge
•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
Second Wed:
•Ridge Route Communities Museum board meeting 2 p.m. at the museum
•Piñon Pines Water Board Meeting 6:30 p.m. Firehouse in Piñon Pines
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.
•Mountain Masons meeting 6:30 p.m., frazier.mountain.masons@gmail.com for location
•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, 6:30 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:
•El Tejon PTSO meeting 5:30 p.m. Family Resource Center meeting room, 3015 Mt. Pinos Way, FP
•Shelter on the Hill board meeting, Tejon Ranch Natural Resource Bldg. 6 p.m. 245-5021 Members & guests
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:
•Men’s Breakfast 8:30 a.m. Pine Mountain Christian Community Church Activity Center, PMV
•KYIS Knitting Guild meet at PMC Clubhouse Pool Pavilion 1-4 p.m.
•Pine Mountain Gardeners meeting 4–5:30 p.m. in the PMC Pool Pavilion. For more info call Judy Kleim 242-0817
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
Last Monday of the month:
•Krista Mutual Water Co. board meeting 7:30 a.m., 7025 Cuddy Valley Rd., #H, LOW
Last Tuesday of the month:
•Medicare specialist Courtnee Hahn at Family Resource Center 10 a.m., 3015 Mt. Pinos Way, FP (661.747.9782)
This is part of the August 18, 2017 online edition of The Mountain Enterprise.
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