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, Dec. 13, 2019
• Holiday Express Gift Shop is open during lunch recess at El Tejon School, where students may purchase gifts for their family, friends and teachers for just $1–5. The shop is a project of the PTSO and is open lunchtime weekdays, through Tuesday, Dec. 17 in Room 6.
• All 6th through 8th graders are invited to the ‘Winter Wonderland’ winter formal dance at El Tejon School, 5:30–8:30 p.m. (4337 Lebec Road, Lebec, in the gym). Tickets for this fun event with food, music, a DJ and photo opps are $12 in advance, $15 at the door and include a main dish and a drink. Additional food and drink will be available for purchase. Dress code is semi-formal, and remember to wear your dancing shoes!
Saturday, Dec. 14, 2019
• Saturday School is fun for students and great for school funding Saturday School is from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at FMHS, for all 4th–12th grade students in El Tejon Unified School District, and at Frazier Park School for K–4th graders. Lots of cool and interesting activities are planned for fun, learning and enrichment. See page 7 of the print edition for more information.
• Wreaths Across America Day is observed at Bakersfield National Cemetery (30338 E. Bear Mountain Blvd., Arvin). The ceremony begins at 9 a.m., and family members are welcome to place wreaths on grave sites of loved ones beginning at 7:30 a.m., where Young Marines and Civil Air Patrol, along with other volunteer groups, will be in attendance to assist families.
• The 9th annual ‘Christmas in the Village’ parade and variety show promises fun, food, face painting and cheer in Pine Mountain Village. Arrive at 11:00 a.m. for the parade, which starts at 11:30 a.m. behind the general store, followed by Santa and live entertainment at the village gazebo. Back by popular demand is the for-children-only ‘One Stop Kids Shop’ where all gifts are just 25 cents.
• An author and musical event with The Boles Brothers at Adventure Ink Bookstore is 2 p.m. (16218 Mil Potrero Highway, #101, facing the road, one building west of The Perch).
• A community meeting for understanding the available research for defining and preserving healthy forests is 3 p.m. at Frazier Park Library. The meeting is presented by Los Padres ForestWatch, and hosted by Mountain Neighbors.
* An Ugly Sweater Contest is 7:30 p.m. at the PMC Condor Lounge. There will be a $25 cash prize for the ugliest one. With live music by Bandit going 7–11 p.m., it’s sure to be an entertaining evening for your eyes and your ears!
Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2019
• Are you caring for an Alzheimer’s patient? Find understanding, company and helpful ideas at the Support for Family Caregivers support group, 10:30–11:30 a.m. at the Family Resource Center (3015 Mt. Pinos Way, #102, Frazier Park). This monthly meeting is sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Association Support Services. You are warmly welcomed to stop in and join us. For more resources, see page 4 of the print edition.
Thursday, Dec. 19, 2019
• A U.S. Forest Service Community Meeting is 6 p.m. at Mt. Pinos District Office (Chuchupate Ranger Station, 34580 Lockwood Valley Road, Frazier Park). Intended to include folks who were unable to attend the November meeting, it will again cover the newly planned Mt. Pinos Forest Health Project. All are invited to “discuss and explore options for improving forest health and resiliency.” See story on page 2 of the print edition.
• ‘Artflix at Artworks’ will screen Woman in Gold at 6:30 p.m. at the gallery (16233 Pine Valley Lane, Pine Mountain Village). Starring Helen Mirren, it is the true story of an Austrian woman seeking to reclaim family possessions seized by the Nazis—including Gustav Klimt’s famously gilded portrait of Maria’s beloved aunt. The screening is free; refreshments are available for a $3 donation.
•5:30 p.m. Film screening: The Story of Snow White:: This short documentary is about the making of Disney’s original Snow White. Frazier Park’s Bradley Boatman was a cameraman on this delightful film and he will be here to answer questions!
Ongoing and Upcoming
• Friday, Dec. 20 is the last day of school for El Tejon Unified, Gorman Elementary and Peak to Peak Mountain Charter Schools. School resumes after winter break on Monday, Jan. 6, 2020.
• South Kern Christian Church’s Christmas Concert ‘The Songs of Christmas’ is Friday, Dec. 20, 6 p.m. Admission is free, so come join the merriment. The church is located at 3224 Mt. Pinos Way, Frazier Park. See ad on page 10 of the print edition.
• The ‘Stash and Carry’ Arts and Crafts show at Artworks Community Gallery is open Friday, Dec. 20, 12–8 p.m. Find unique, artsy gifts Tuesdays (except 12/24), Fridays and weekends through December 29 (16233 Pine Valley Lane, PMV); for hours visit www.artworks.space/now-showing.
• In the Wings Studio of Dance presents its holiday show, ‘A Nightmare Before Christmas,’ Saturday, Dec. 21, 4 p.m. at Frazier Mountain High School. Presale tickets (from In the Wings, 3524 Mt. Pinos Way, Frazier Park) are $8 for children 12 and under and $10 for general admission; at the door they are $10 and $12.
• Resident Permits Are Going Fast! Ease the stress of winter driving. Get your Winter Resident Permit so when CHP blocks snow visitors with chain checks, you can be waved through. Mountain Communities Chamber of Commerce prints these, available for $5 at several Frazier Park and Pine Mountain Village locations (see hotlink at www.MountainEnterprise.com for a current list). Purchasers must bring proof of residence.
• Frazier Mountain Little League spring registration is available online at FMLL.org. Registration deadline is December 31. See ad page 12.
At the Frazier Park Library
Hours: Tue., Wed., Thur. 11-7; Fri.-Sat. 9-5
3732 Park Drive, FP— 661-245-1267
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Friday, Dec. 13
•9 a.m. Color Me Happy (Adult coloring and coffee)
Saturday, Dec. 14
•9 a.m. Yoga
•2 p.m. Friends of the Library mtg.
•3 p.m. Healthy Forests meeting
Tuesday, Dec. 17
•11:30 a.m. Storytime
•5:30 p.m. Lego Club
Wed., Dec. 18
•11 a.m. Quilting & Other Crafts
•3:30 p.m. Chess Club
Thursday, Dec. 19
•Noon 8 Treasures Qigong
•5:30 p.m. Film screening: ‘The Making of Snow White’ documentary THE STORY OF SNOW WHITE: A short documentary about the making of Disney’s original Snow White. Frazier Park’s Bradley Boatman was a cameraman on this delightful film and he will be here to answer questions!
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COMMUNITY’S REGULAR WEEKLY EVENTS
Every Monday
•Qi Gong class 10–10:45 a.m. Frazier Mtn. Park Community Center, FP. Free. Instructor is Mary Miller (661.245.3456)
•Senior Exercise 11 a.m. Frazier Mtn. Park Community Ctr Senior Rm, FP (661.245.1992)
•Frazier Mountain Quilters at Frazier Mtn. Park Senior Center
10 a.m.–3 p.m., FP. All needle crafts welcome. (Laverne 661.248.0487)
•Al-Anon Meetings 6:30–7:30 p.m. Family Res. Ctr mtg room (3015 Mt. Pinos Way), FP (661.245.2557)
•Meals on Wheels Distribution (also Wednesday, Friday) 661.245.1952
Every Tuesday
•Family Story Time 11:30 a.m. at Frazier Park Library (661.245.1267)
•Canasta, Frazier Mtn. Park Community Ctr Senior Room,1 p.m.
•Girl Scout Troop 3613 Meeting 5:15 p.m. Family Resource Ctr mtg room (3015 Mt. Pinos Way) FP
•Alcoholics Anonymous meeting (men’s stag) 7 p.m. 3143 San Carlos Trail, FP (661.245.1208)
•Women’s AA Meeting 7–8 p.m.Family Resource Ctr mtg room
3015 Mt. Pinos Way) FP (661.245.2557)
•Square Dancing at Cuddy Hall, 7 p.m. Call Don and Bethel (661.245.1882)
Every Wednesday
•Pine Mountain Christian Community Church Women’s Bible Study at the Activity Center,10 a.m. (661.242.1025), Pine Mtn Village
•Al-Anon Meeting 10 a.m.–11:30 a.m. In PMC, behind gas station, next to gym.
•Chess: All ages welcome 3:30 p.m. Coach Bill Hopper teaches at Frazier Park Library (661.245.1267)
•MyC3 meeting 2–4 p.m. Family Resource Center meeting room, (3015 Mt. Pinos Way) FP 661.245.2557
•Narcotics Anonymous Meeting 7 p.m. Family Resource Center meeting room, 3015 Mt. Pinos Way, FP 661.245.2557
• Meals on Wheels distribution (also Mon., Fri.) 661.245.1952
Second and Fourth Wednesday
•Dept. of Human Services 9–11:30 a.m. Family Resource Ctr, FP.
No appt. needed.
•Senior Sack 10 a.m.–12 p.m. Frazier Mtn. Park Community Center 661.245.3409, FP
•Mountain Girls 2:30-4:30 p.m. in Pine Mountain Club; please RSVP (call or text) to 661.808.7959 for location and details.
Every Thursday
•Senior Exercise 11 a.m. Frazier Mtn. Park Community Center Senior Room (661.245.1992)
•Mexican Train Dominoes, Frazier Mountain Park Community Center Senior Rm. 1 p.m. 661.245.1992
•Alcoholics Anonymous meeting (men’s stag) 7 p.m. 3143 San Carlos Trail, FP (661.245.1208)
Every Friday
•Scrappers Quilt Guild 8 a.m.–2 p.m. in Pool Pavilion at PMC Clubhouse
•AA Meeting is 6–7:30 p.m. Family Resource Center meeting room,
(3015 Mt. Pinos Way, Ste. 102) in Frazier Park
•Meals on Wheels distributed (also Monday and Wednesday) 661.245.1952
Every Saturday
•Park Run for Fun 8 a.m., from Frazier Mountain Park parking lot; leashed pets welcome
•Noon meditation and a brief dharma talk at Jizo Peace Center (2012 Pioneer
Way, PMC); call for information, and to confirm it is on: 661.242.6956.
•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, FP 245.2557
First and Third Saturday
•KYIS Knitting Guild meets at PMC Clubhouse Pool Pavilion 1–4 p.m.
•Writers’ Workshop, 1-4, Frazier Park Library.
Every Sunday
•Mexican Train Dominoes and Canasta at the Frazier Mountain Park Community Ctr. Senior Room 1 p.m.
•Pine Mtn. Christian Community Church Youth Group, 5-6:30 p.m., meets at the Activity Center (log cabin), 661.242.1025
•AA meeting 7–8:30 p.m. Family Resource Center meeting room, 3015 Mt Pinos Way, FP
Monthly Events
First Tuesday
•Frazier Park Elementary School PTSO meeting 2:30 p.m. in the staff lounge
•Kern County Search & Rescue, 6:30 p.m. Frazier Mountain Park Community Center, Frazier Park
First Wednesday
•Salvation Army Commodities
11 a.m. Frazier Mtn. Park Community Center (805.727.6808)
•Ukulele jam at FP Library, 5 p.m.
First Thursday
•Congressman Kevin McCarthy’s Frazier Park mobile staff office hours are 10–11 a.m. at the Family Resource Ctr. (3015 Mt. Pinos Way, FP). For an appointment, call 661.327.3611.
•Congressman Kevin McCarthy’s Pine Mountain Club mobile staff office hours are 11:30-12:30 p.m. at the PMC Pool Pavilion (2524 Beechwood Way). For an appointment, call 661.327.3611.
•Assemblyman Vince Fong’s mobile staff office hours mirror Kevin McCarthy’s above: 10–11 a.m. in Frazier Park, 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. in PMC.
•Mountain Communities Women in Business (MCWinBiz) meets, 11:30 a.m. at Falcon’s Nest
•AARP potluck meeting 11:45 a.m. at the Frazier Mountain Park Community Center
•Boys & Girls Club Board Mtg, 12 noon, Tejon Mountain Village office (661.663.4281)
•Pine Mountain Village Merchants Assn. meeting is 5 p.m. in the Condor Room, Pine Mountain Clubhouse 661.242.2035
•LOW Mutual Water Co. meeting is at 6 p.m., 7025 Cuddy Valley Rd., #F, Lake of the Woods
First Saturday
•VFW & Auxiliary 11 a.m. VFW Post Hall in Frazier Park
Second Monday
•FMHS Booster Club meets at 7 p.m. at Falcon’s Nest in FP
Second Tuesday
•Gorman Elementary School Board 3:30 p.m. at the school
•Lebec County Water District board meets 7 p.m. (2037 Lebec Rd, Lebec)
• Mountain Communities CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) meets 6 p.m. at Caveman Cavey’s
Second Wednesday
•Ridge Route Communities Museum Board Meeting 2 p.m. at the museum, FP
Second Thursday
•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 6:30 p.m. Frazier Mountain High School campus in the Condor Academy Building, Lebec (661.248.6247)
Second Friday
•Pine Mountain Town Hall 7–8 p.m. (661.242.3788)
Second Saturday
•Scouts West 4 x 4 Club at Los Pinos, Lebec 10 a.m. (245.3250)
•PMC Clubhouse Task Force meets, 1 p.m., Condor Room
Third Tuesday
•Health Insurance Counseling 10 a.m.–12 p.m. Family Resource Ctr. Meeting Rm, 3015 Mt. Pinos Way, FP
•South Kern Cemetery District board meeting 5:30 p.m. Arvin Library, Arvin
Third Wednesday
•Quilting and Crafts, 11 a.m., Frazier Park Library
•El Tejon PTSO meeting 5:30 p.m. Family Resource Center meeting room, 3015 Mt. Pinos Way, FP
•Shelter on the Hill Board, Tejon Ranch Natural Resource Bldg. 6 p.m. (661.245.5021) Members & guests
Third Thursday
•McCASA meets 4-5:30 p.m. Family Resource Center meeting room downstairs, FP (661.245.4303)
•ArtFlix at Artworks, free film series, 6:30 p.m. at Artworks Community Gallery, PMV 661.858.3130
Third Friday
•PMC Amateur Radio Club meeting, 6:45 p.m. Call for location 661.242.2211
Third Saturday
•Men’s Breakfast 8:30 a.m. Pine Mtn Christian Community Church Activity Center, Pine Mountain Village
•Pine Mountain Gardeners meet 4–5:30 p.m., PMC Pool Pavilion (Judy Keim 661.242.0817)
Third Saturday (Even months only)
•Ham Radio Testing is at 12 noon at the Frazier Park Library
Fourth Monday
•Piñon Pines Water Board 6:30 p.m. Piñon Pines Community Building, 1001 Coldwater Drive
Fourth Tuesday
•Piñon Pines HOA, 6:30 p.m., firehouse in Piñon Pines.
Last Monday of the month
•Krista Mutual Water Co. board meeting 9 a.m. 3534 Mt. Pinos Way, FP
Last Thursday of the month
•Painting with Pam and Friends, 6 p.m. at Artworks Community Gallery, PMV, $30/person. Refreshments served. Call for reservations: 661.245.3444
Is Your Event Missing? Call 661-245-3794
or email Calendar@MountainEnterprise.com
This is part of the December 13, 2019 online edition of The Mountain Enterprise.
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