The community once again rallied in support of seven-year-old Nigel Holland, as First Mountain Bank sold over $4,000 in raffle tickets for the 6’ bear carving offered by George Crezee of Unreal Furnishings. Though Nigel has had a busy week, making three trips to Children’s Hospital of Orange County with dad Tim and mom Monica, he was present at First Mountain Bank this … [Read more...] about Friends of Nigel Present $5,000 to the Holland Family; Lynn Fraher Wins 6′ Bear Carving
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May 1 Signals the Return of First Fridays in Fawnskin
As of today (May 1), First Fridays in Fawnskin return. The community on the North Shore will stay open late, until 8pm, on each first Friday, starting today and extending through Friday, October 2. Vendors and exhibits will be offered from 4 to 8pm this evening, and complimentary cake will be served up by Amangela’s, the eatery that is celebrating its second anniversary. In … [Read more...] about May 1 Signals the Return of First Fridays in Fawnskin
With Over $72,000 in Man About Town Donations, Soroptimists’ President Helen Walsh Says, “Our Work Starts Now”
The Soroptimists International of Big Bear Valley gathered at Northwoods on Thursday, to thank their three Man About Town candidates—Paul Ortuno, Phil Hamilton and Ace Evers—who together raised over $72,000. “This was really a surprise,” Soroptimist President Helen Walsh told those at yesterday’s luncheon. “We were so excited! Thank you to the community, who supports us in all … [Read more...] about With Over $72,000 in Man About Town Donations, Soroptimists’ President Helen Walsh Says, “Our Work Starts Now”
Event Survey Teams Being Hired for 2009 Season
The Event Resource Office of Big Bear Valley is hiring survey teams for the 2009 events season. The teams will conduct surveys throughout the year to help the ERO learn more about the event audience and the impact they have on the Valley. Rick Bates of the ERO tells KBHR, “It works better when they work as a team, be it friends or couples, but individuals are welcome to apply. … [Read more...] about Event Survey Teams Being Hired for 2009 Season
Say Goodbye to Your Landlord: Free Home Buyer Seminar Offered on Saturday
A local home buyers fair, billed as “Say Goodbye to Your Landlord,” will be offered free of charge by Century 21 Bonnie Blue realtors on Saturday afternoon. As realtor Connie Swank told the Big Bear Lake City Council this week, “We thought it was a good time to educate people on what funding is available.” The home buyers fair, taking place from 1 to 3pm at Northwoods Resort on … [Read more...] about Say Goodbye to Your Landlord: Free Home Buyer Seminar Offered on Saturday