March 17, 2014 - It’s an event Big Bear’s clear skies were made for: a StarLight Festival designed to inform and entertain both kids and adults. The AstronomyOutreach network is presenting this free, public event in the Village, from 10:00 a.m. to midnight on May 24th and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on May 25th. There will be hands-on activities, an Apollo Moon Rock on display, … [Read more...] about Celebrating the Stars in Big Bear Lake
Education
Singing Pines Expands to Accommodate Growing Demand
Big Bear Lake, CA, February 21, 2014 - After nearly five years at their original location west of the Village, the Big Bear Valley’s only private school moved to new grounds this week. Singing Pines School has no religious affiliations, but it now occupies three large classrooms in the Gunther Center at Community Church by the Lake. The school is partnering with the church to … [Read more...] about Singing Pines Expands to Accommodate Growing Demand
Best Essay Will Win Pirate’s Booty
Big Bear Lake, CA, February 20, 2014 - It's never too early to start saving for college. Local kindergartners have a chance to win a $25 scholarship by drawing a picture of a pirate, and older students can compete for much bigger scholarships with their writing. It’s all part of the Pirate Essay Contest presented by the Bear Valley Renaissance Society, Inc. (BVRSI). The … [Read more...] about Best Essay Will Win Pirate’s Booty
Fireside Chat… with Strings Attached
Big Bear, CA, February 18, 2014 - Four years ago, due to budget cuts, BVUSD had to cut funding for the Elementary Strings Program which provides free participation for 4th, 5th, and 6th grade students interested in learning to play in an orchestra. Due to the state altering their education funding formula this year, there is a possibility that the District will fund the program … [Read more...] about Fireside Chat… with Strings Attached
Google to Preserve Big Bear’s Treasures
Big Bear City, CA, February 16, 2014 - The San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors approved a new partnership this month between the County Museum and the Google Cultural Institute. Through their Art Project, the Institute will film and photograph various exhibits at the Museum, covering the cultural and natural heritage of the San Bernardino Mountains and other areas. The … [Read more...] about Google to Preserve Big Bear’s Treasures