Big Bear residents Robin Bradley and Maria Rojas joined a distinguished list of 80-some women when, on Thursday, they were recognized by the Soroptimists International of Big Bear Valley, who bestowed their annual Women of Distinction Award on the two in a luncheon that featured keynote speaker Liz Harris, whose talk was titled, “If Women Ruled the World.” Psychologist Bradley … [Read more...] about Soroptimists Honor Local Women Bradley, Rojas, Vecchio, Hutchinson and Hahn in Annual Luncheon Held Yesterday
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AARP Food Distribution Rescheduled for Tuesday, Due to Memorial Day Holiday
Given the Memorial Day holiday, AARP food distribution, which generally takes place at the Big Bear Senior Center, has been rescheduled from Monday the 25th. Food distribution will instead be available on Tuesday, May 26 at the offices of the Big Bear Valley Recreation and Park District, at Park Avenue’s west end in Big Bear Lake. Food distribution on Tuesday will be offered … [Read more...] about AARP Food Distribution Rescheduled for Tuesday, Due to Memorial Day Holiday
Need Help With Utility Bills? Bear Valley Electric Hosts HEAP Processing Next Wednesday
For those who need financial assistance with utility bills, Bear Valley Electric Service will once again host HEAP application processing next Wednesday, May 27. HEAP, which stands for the Home Energy Assistance Program, is offered to low-income families; those who qualify receive financial aid to pay for utility bills, for gas service, electric or propane. Bear Valley Electric … [Read more...] about Need Help With Utility Bills? Bear Valley Electric Hosts HEAP Processing Next Wednesday
Braille Institute Offers Free Vision Screenings for Seniors on Friday
Seniors will have an opportunity to receive a free eyesight evaluation when, come Friday, the Braille Institute will be at the Big Bear Senior Center, which is located on Big Bear Boulevard across from Baker Pond. Low vision evaluations will be offered, free of charge, from 10am to 2pm on the 22nd, though seniors must first schedule an appointment by calling the Braille … [Read more...] about Braille Institute Offers Free Vision Screenings for Seniors on Friday
Holding a Yard Sale? Big Bear Lake Residents First Required to Get a No-Fee Permit
Memorial Day weekend in the Big Bear Valley signals yard sale season and, for those within the City of Big Bear Lake, a no-permit fee is first required before you schlep your used treasures to the yard. No-fee yard sale permit applications are available at the public counter of the Civic Center, located at Big Bear Lake’s west end at 39707 Big Bear Boulevard. The Civic Center … [Read more...] about Holding a Yard Sale? Big Bear Lake Residents First Required to Get a No-Fee Permit