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Labor Day Weekend, Big Bear Lake

03
Sep 2009

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Top 10 Things to Do in Big Bear Lake This Weekend:

1. Fall Festival at The Convention Center
Location: Big Bear Lake Convention Center
Date: Saturday, Sunday
Time: All Day
URL: www.bigbearevents.com

Celebrate Labor Day Weekend with family fun, arts & crafts, great food and live entertainment. Crafters and artists sell goods and demonstrate their fine-tuned crafts. Browse shops for handcrafted gems like hand-carved bears, handmade dolls, hand-thrown pottery, homemade jams and unique wire-wrapped jewelry. Call (909) 585-3000 for more info.

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2. Discovery Center Summer Concert Series: James Curry – A Tribute to the Music of John Denver
Location: Big Bear Discovery Center
Date: Saturday, 09/05/2009
Time: 07:00 pm
URL: www.bigbeardiscoverycenter.com.

James Curry’s Tribute to the Music of John Denver
Held at the Discovery Center Amphitheater, an outdoor theater with stage, bench seating, lots of open space for additional seating, restroom facilities and full snack bar with space for additional food vendors. It’s located under the pines at 7,000 feet and affords an incredible concert experience. Ticket prices: Adults $15-$20 (18+); Teens $10; 12 and under FREE
Season Tickets Available Adults $55 Teens $45. Get 6 Shows for the Price of 4! Gates open at 5:30pm. Concerts begin at 7:00pm. Americana food plus beer, wine and soft drinks available for purchase; no outside beverages allowed; parking is FREE
Tickets available at the Discovery Center Adventure Outpost or online at www.sbnfa.org. Ticket Hotline (909) 382-2780.

3. Holcomb Valley Rendezvous with the Big Horn Mountain Men
Location: Holcomb Valley Boy Scout Camp
Date: Thursday-Monday
Time: All Day
URL: www.bighornmountainmen.com

A living History Encampment of the Fur Trade Era of the American West, spanning the time period of the French and Indian War (1700) to 1840. Fun for the whole family – Step back in time and visit a high mountain encampment of Mountain Men and their families. Meet colorful characters in costumes of the time period. See history come alive with demonstrations of primitive skills: flint and steel fire starting, Dutch oven cooking, basketmaking, leather work, scrimshaw, tomahawk and knife throwing, target shooting with muzzleloading rifles, pistols and trade guns. Mountain Men live in tipis and a wide assortment of period canvas tentage; trade goods and primitive clothing available for sale at several traders. Visitors welcome with or without period costumes! Check our website for up-to-date information, directions and gate hours. www.bighornmountainmen.com. For more information call: Andy Mathews at (951)780-9331, or Ron Anderson at (951)785-0727.

4. The 2nd Annual Antlers & Hot Rods Run to Fawnskin
Location: Moose Lodge in Fawnskin
Date: Saturday, Sunday
Time: All Day

The 2nd Annual Antlers & Hot Rods Run to Fawnskin custom car show will be held at the Fawnskin Moose Lodge on Saturday, September 5th beginning at 8 AM. The event is open to all custom and classic cars, trucks, hot rods and sports cars. Admission is FREE and the public is invited to bring their cameras and meet the vehicles’ owners. The Moose Lodge will offer a BBQ lunch. Trophies will be presented at 3 PM. For a registration form, contact Alan Belanger at 909-585-3566 or mach5bigbear@yahoo.com. Presented by the Bear Valley Cruisers and the Fawnskin Moose Lodge.

5. Concerts on the Beach: Latin Society
Location: Swim Beach at Meadow Park
Date: Sunday, 09/06/2009
Time: 05:30 pm
URL: www.bigbearparks.com

The Big Bear Valley Parks and Recreation’s Concerts on the Beach series presents the group “Latin Society” at Swim Beach at Meadow Park on Sunday September 6th. Tickets are $8 in advance and $10 at the door. Gates open at 5:30 PM and the concert starts at 9:00 PM. Families are encouraged to bring blankets and lawn chairs. Snack bar will be open. Ticket holders may bring their own cooler, food and beverages. No Glass Please. All proceeds to benefit the Big Bear Youth Center. For more details please call (909) 866-9700 or visit www.bigbearparks.com

6. Friday Nights in the Village
Location: The Village
Date: Friday, 09/04/2009
Time: 05:00 pm – 08:00 pm
URL: www.bigbearlakevba.com

The Village Business Association in conjunction with The City of Big Bear Lake and the Big Bear Chamber of Commerce present Friday Nights in the Village. Family Entertainment, Great Shopping, Fine Dining, Arts and Crafts Fair, Live Music and more. Every Friday from July 10th until September 11th. For more details please call (909) 866-4607.

7. Ice Cream Safari at Moonridge Zoo
Location: Moonridge Zoo
Date: Saturday, 09/05/2009
Time: 11:00 am – 02:00 am
URL: www.moonridgezoo.org

You are invited to experience a very flavorful and tasty adventure in the Moonridge Animal Park located in Big Bear Lake, California on Saturday September 5, 2009 starting at 11AM and lasting until the ice cream is all gone. You can buy one or more tickets for $5.00 each and get 5 scoops of ice cream. Five Ice Cream Stations, each with a different flavor, are located throughout the park. As you walk through the park among the animals, you can stop for tasty ice cream too. This year the Ice Cream Safari is sponsored by Rite Aid, North Pole Fudge & Ice Cream Company, and Get The Burger. The Friends of the Moonridge Zoo are hosting this event as a fun sweet-tooth experience. Standard park admission applies: Ages 11-59 $9.00, ages 3-10 and seniors $6.00, under 3 years old is free, and Friends the Moonridge Zoo members are free. For more information call 909-878-4200.

8. Canoe Tours at the Discovery Center
Location: Big Bear Discovery Center
Date: Saturday, Sunday
Time: 04:00 pm – 06:00 pm
URL: www.bigbeardiscoverycenter.com

Learn how to canoe on a leisurely 2-hour guided tour of beautiful Big Bear Lake. After a quick paddling lesson, you will cruise along the shore looking for beaver, great blue herons, and ducklings. Along the way you will learn the natural history of the Big Bear Valley along with the various flora and fauna found in the area. Children must be at least 6 years old and all children need to be accompanied by an adult. Includes water and a snack. Tours caravan to lake. Tours are limited to 14 people, reservations recommended. Call (909) 382-2790 or (909) 866-3437 for reservations. Fee: Adults $25, Children (6-12) $15 Dates: May 22-May 31: Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays; 4pm-6pm & Sunday; 9am-11am.
June 4 –September 6: Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays; 4pm-6pm & Sunday; 9am-11am.

9. Paul Ortuno Horsemanship Classes
Location: Los Vaqueros Arena in Big Bear City
Date: Monday, 09/07/2009
Time: 05:30 pm – 07:30 pm
URL: www.losvaquerosridingclub.comPaul Ortuno is continuing his summer-long horsemanship series at the Los Vaqueros Araena this year. Paul will take what you have learned with him or with Paul Dietz, and provide continuity for the development of the relationship between you and your horse! Join Paul on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month at 5:30 pm . For more information about the Paul Ortuno Horsemanship series, please call Paul Ortuno at 909-744-0899, email him at paulortuno@gmail.com, or visit his website: www.Paulortuno.com.

10. Big Rummage Sale at United Methodist Church
Location: Big Bear United Methodist Church
Date: Saturday, 09/05/2009
Time: 08:00 am – 03:00 pm

Big Bear United Methodist Church will hold a terrific Rummage Sale on Friday and Saturday, September 4 and 5. Hours open are 8 am to 3 pm. There will be a many items for sale, including furniture, linens, electronics, books, toys, CD’s, DVD’s, household small appliances, clothing and much more. Great bargains! Be sure to stop in to browse and buy. Our famous “Holy Hot Dogs” will be available for a nominal fee, if you wish to have a delicious quick lunch while you are buying! If you have items in good condition that you would like to donate to our sale, please drop them off at the church after August 26. If you have larger items that need to be picked up, call the church office to arrange a time to have them picked up. Please, no mattresses. The Church is located on the corner of North Shore Drive and Holden Ave in Big Bear City. For more information call: 909 585-4089.

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Top 10 Thing to Do on 4th of July Weekend

01
Jul 2009

1. Fireworks on the Lake

Come attend the biggest 4th of July fireworks display in Southern California. The fireworks are shot off from a barge on the Lake directly off of Pine Knot Landing. Fireworks begin between 8:45-9:15pm. Viewable from any of our public parks or the best spot, from a boat on the Lake. Make sure to bring a jacket or blanket because it can get cold. For more information call 909.866.4607.

2. Big Bear Lake Independence Day Festival

Big Bear Lake Independence Day Festival at The Big Bear Lake Convention Center on July 3-5 (Friday, Saturday and Sunday). Featuring Live Entertainment, Arts & Crafts, Children’s Activities and more. Doors open each day at 10:00 a.m. and the fun continues on Friday and Saturday until 5:00 p.m. and on Sunday until 3:00 p.m. For more details, call 909-585-3000 or visit www.bigbearevents.com

3. Lou Gramm Concert at Swim Beach

For those looking to have a “Hot Blooded” Fourth of July weekend in Big Bear, the Big Bear Valley Recreation and Park District is offering a lakeside concert featuring Lou Gramm of Foreigner, the band behind “Jukebox Hero” and “Feels Like the First Time.” Tickets are now on sale for the Fourth of July concert, to be held at Swim Beach on Big Bear Lake; ticket prices range from $25 to just $35 for a front row seat. According to Parks and Recreation’s Lorie Judd, “They’re all great seats—the furthest is only 90 feet from the stage! It’s going to be a great show. We’re also going to have great food vendors and the fireworks over Big Bear Lake after the show, so what could be better than that?” Since the show is at Swim Beach, and boating on the Fourth is a tradition for many, there will also be boat entry available at the Lou Gramm concert. For $250 per boat, no matter the number onboard, concert-goers can enjoy the show from the cove of Swim Beach. The concert begins at 6:30pm, and the annual fireworks show over Big Bear Lake will be immediately following. To purchase tickets, visit the Recreation and Park District offices on Park Avenue or call 866-9700 or log onto www. bigbearparks.com

4. Annual Rotary Club Big Bear Lake Fourth Of July BBQ

The annual Rotary Club Big Bear Lake Fourth of July Lakefront Fireworks and Barbeque at the Marina Resort on Lakeview Drive. For $20, guest can have Pizza, Mexican or Hamburger or $24 for Steak. View Only, No Food tickets are available for $10.00. Live entertainment by Reno and Cindy Holler. Tickets can be purchased at Bear City Glass (909) 585-2037, Sotheby’s (909) 878-5500, Shelli’s Hallmark (909) 866-4882 or at Marina Resort (909) 866-7545. NO Ice Chests , NO Alcohol, NO Pets

5. Discovery Center Summer Concert Series: The DooWah Riders

The DooWah Riders will make one final ride on the Bear Valley range to return to the Discovery Center stage to kickoff a sizzling 2009 July 4 Weekend celebration on the lake. For over 20 years they have been riding their own patch on the musical range throughout the West. They possess the rare combination of many years of experience and youthful energy, fired by a love for what they do. The DooWahs are country, with a unique, original sound they define as “high energy country with a cajun twist”. Their tight musicianship and powerful arrangements of classic and original songs have made them favorites everywhere they go. Opening the show will be The Sit-Ins performing a wide array of sounds drawing from classic rock, bluegrass and country roots. Additionally, they will perform at Veterans Park, adjacent to Big Bear Village, on Saturday, July 4, kicking off a day-long celebration and one of SOCAL’s best fireworks shows. $15 Adult (18+)$10 Teen (13-17) 12 & under FREE. Tickets are available online and at the Discovery Center’s Adventure Outpost or at www.sbnfa.org

6. Canoe Tours at The Discovery Center

Learn how to canoe on a leisurely 2-hour guided tour of beautiful Big Bear Lake. After a quick paddling lesson, you will cruise along the shore looking for beaver, great blue herons, and ducklings. Along the way you will learn the natural history of the Big Bear Valley along with the various flora and fauna found in the area. Children must be at least 6 years old and all children need to be accompanied by an adult. Includes water and a snack. Tours caravan to lake. Tours are limited to 14 people, reservations recommended. Call (909) 382-2790 or (909) 866-3437 for reservations. Fee: Adults $25, Children (6-12) $15

7. Pine Knot Village Artwalk

Saturday & Sunday- The Pine Knot Village Art Walk is a self guided tour throughout the Shopping District and center of our community. 40 artists from around the region exhibit work for sale, live art demos and entertainment. Enjoy the clean mountain air and laid back atmosphere that makes this four season resort community a real getaway from the big city. Takes place July 4-5 and admission is Free.For more information on the 5th Annual Pine Knot Village Art Walk, please visit www.artsmda.org or call(909) 878-3556.

8. 4th of July Fireworks Cruise

Watch the Big Bear 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular aboard the Miss Liberty Paddlewheel Boat! Enjoy the best seat in the house aboard this Fireworks Cruise and enjoy hors o’dourves and complimentary champagne. Price is $75 per person. Reserve your spot now while there are seats still available, (909) 866-8129. 

9. CATS presents: “The Wizard Of Oz”

The CATS summer musical will be “The Wizard of OZ”, with music and script based on the movie. Featuring all of the movie’s favorite characters, it’s sure to be a family favorite! The musical plays for 13 performances: June 26, 27, July 1, 2, 3, 6, 8, 9, 10 &11 at 7:30 p.m. and on June 28, July 5, & 12 at 1:30 p.m. All performances are at the Big Bear Lake Performing Arts Center. Tickets range in price according to dates and location: Adults: $9.95 – $22.95; Seniors: $8.95 – $20.95; Under 18: $6.95 – $15.95. Tickets can be purchased on line at CATS web site: www.bigbeartheater.org or thru the PAC Box Office at 909-866-4970. 

10. Citibank Car Show/Pinewood Derby

Sunday, The Big Bear Lake Antique Car Club will host the Annual Car Show, followed by the Pinewood Derby runoff. Cliff Fowler – 909-239-7867

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Mountain Up!

25
Jun 2009

Finale at Manhatten Beach 2008

Doo-Wah Riders Explode
on the Discovery Center Amphitheater Stage
July 3

The Doo-Wah Riders are celebrating 20 years of riding their own patch on the musical range throughout the West with a scheduled stop on the Discovery Center Amphitheater stage on Friday, July 3, 2009 to play one of their many hits on the Texas music charts, “Tonight She Just Wants to Dance” while entertaining the holiday crowd with their “high energy country with a Cajun twist”.  Their tight musicianship and powerful arrangements of classic, contemporary and original songs have made them favorites everywhere they go.  The Doo-Wah Riders are so electric they will explode on the Discovery Center stage for a preview night of fireworks to kickoff a weekend of celebrating America’s birthday in the Big Bear Valley.  They are Americana to the core.      
 
Their return appearance on the Discovery Center stage challenges their own record as the dance band to hit the Big Bear Valley.  Their 2008 show kept their audience on their feet for two sets and beyond with classic country and cross-over tunes.  Will they prevail?  Naturally, they are the legendary Doo-Wah Riders.  Gates open at 5:30 pm with their smash concert and electric dancing beginning at 7:00 pm.  Tickets are available through the online box office at SBNFA.org or at the Discovery Center Adventure Outpost.  Adult prices are $15 (18+), teen tickets for ages 13-17 are $10 and children 12 and under are free.  Ticket hotline is (909) 382-2780.  Parking is free.  No outside beverages or coolers are allowed.  Bench seating is limited; beach chairs are recommended for the open and casual seating areas.  Bill Knick’s CafŽ will feature sandwiches, salads, snacks, sodas, and waters.  A beer, wine and margarita bar will also be available.
 
Kenny Lee Benson, vocals, keyboard, accordion, and harmonica; Lindy Rasmusson, vocals, electric and acoustic guitars; Keith Niehenke, fiddle and vocals; Perry Senn, drums; and James Quintero, bass guitar and vocals comprise this California band that proves it knows how to get it’s audience up and dance whether it’s classics like “Your Cheatin’ Heart” by Hank Williams, “Boogie Back to Texas” by Asleep at the Wheel, and “Whiskey River” by Willie Nelson or their own signature songs.  If you like fiddle, catch Keith Niehenke, as he plays “Devil Went Down to Georgia”; not only does he play the fiddle, he has also mastered the guitar and mandolin.
 
The Doo-Wah Riders have appeared in concert with such legends as Garth Brooks, Tim McGraw, Brooks and Dunn, George Strait, Alabama, Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, Dolly Parton and Alison Krauss.  And, they have recorded with legendary Byron Berline on his Grammy nominated CD, “Fiddle and a Song”.
 
The Doo-Wah Riders open July as bluegrass and country music month at the Discovery Center. On their heels performing Saturday, July 11, will be local legend, Nancy Walker and Company, staging the best “Tribute to the Grand Ole Opry” featuring the music of Patsy Cline, Loretta Lynne, Johnny Cash, June-Carter Cash with other tribute appearances.  Miss Walker’s powerful tribute to the music of Patsy Cline has been missed for over two years and now much awaited.
 
 Rounding out the month of America’s best heartland and mountain music on Saturday, July 25, is “Bluegrass, Bluejeans and Beyond”, the San Bernardino National Forest Association’s (SBNFA) festival celebration and tribute to the music that shaped our nation and instilled its genuine values.  Tickets, event info and artist lineup are available through SBNFA.org and the Discovery Center.   This event is a fund raiser for the SBNFA benefitting Forest Aid, a forest restoration partnership of the SBNFA, U.S. Forest Service and LA-based TreePeople.
 
Music in the Mountains 2009 Summer Concert series is presented by the San Bernardino National Forest Association and Coldwell Banker, The Tim Wood Group.  Additional sponsors are the City of Big Bear Lake, Northwoods Resort, and Big Bear Mountain Resorts.  Additional proceeds from the series will benefit The Lighthouse Project and their Peace Gardens project in the Bear Valley elementary schools; growing fruits and vegetables for local families and big smiles for its student population.  The Discovery Center is one of six programs managed by the SBNFA, the lead nonprofit partner to the U.S. Forest Service.

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