Our local firefighters’ association wasn’t the only group giving their holiday weekend in service of others. The volunteers of the United Methodist Church also shared in the holiday spirit, by serving a full Thanksgiving dinner—and on Thanksgiving Day—to families and individuals in need. The church served approximately 80 members of our community during the Thanksgiving … [Read more...] about UMC Provides Thanksgiving Celebration for 80; More Simple Suppers Planned
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Shop Locally: Big Bear Chamber Hosts Holiday Showcase During December 3 Power Breakfast
In the last week, we have shared with you the benefits of shopping locally during this holiday season. As, per a national campaign billed as The 3/50 Project, for every $100 spent at local, independently owned retailers, $68 returns to the community--whereas $100 spent in a national chain (located here) only brings a local return of $43 and, for $100 spent online, nothing comes … [Read more...] about Shop Locally: Big Bear Chamber Hosts Holiday Showcase During December 3 Power Breakfast
Planning to Deep Fry the Bird? Firefighters Provide How-To Video for Thanksgiving
If you are planning to deep-fry your Thanksgiving turkey, the Big Bear City Fire Department offers a how-to online video, wherein firefighters demonstrate the safe and proper way to deep fry. The most crucial safety tips are to be sure that the fryer is placed on a non-combustible surface, and not on decks or near trees, though all deep frying should be done outside. Prior to … [Read more...] about Planning to Deep Fry the Bird? Firefighters Provide How-To Video for Thanksgiving
Do Your Part for Big Bear This Holiday Season by Shopping Locally
The Thanksgiving weekend marks the start of the holiday shopping season, with the official kick-off coming on the 27th or “Black Friday.” Before you embark on your shopping spree, something to consider: by making your purchases locally, 45 cents or more of every dollar spent goes back into the community. The Big Bear Chamber of Commerce has had a “Shop Big Bear” program in … [Read more...] about Do Your Part for Big Bear This Holiday Season by Shopping Locally
Santa Claus Is Coming to Town; Tree Lighting Ceremonies on Friday, Saturday
Santa Claus is coming to town, and is scheduled to make three appearances in the Big Bear Valley, starting with Friday’s Christmas tree lighting ceremony in Big Bear Lake. Pine Knot Avenue and Village Drive, in Big Bear Lake’s Village, will be closed to traffic as of 4pm on Friday, to accommodate the annual tree lighting ceremony, which begins at 4:30pm, and will feature music … [Read more...] about Santa Claus Is Coming to Town; Tree Lighting Ceremonies on Friday, Saturday