Parenting book author Tyler Durman followed up his BBMS assembly on Friday with a presentation for parents, which drew from his book “Bite-Sized Wisdom for Parents” which, he says, contains “chapters short enough for dad to read.” During the Common Ground-sponsored presentation, Durman engaged parents for hours, outlining specifics and boundaries that can foster intimacy with … [Read more...] about Tyler Durman’s “Bite-Sized Wisdom for Parents” Will Be Expanded Upon in Common Ground’s Free, Four-Week Course in June
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National Day of Prayer to Be Celebrated Locally on May 7
The 58th Annual National Day of Prayer will take place Thursday, May 7, 2009. Millions in America will unite in prayer as thousands of events will take place from coast to coast. The theme for this year is "Prayer... America's Hope" and is based on the verse from Psalm 33:22 which states: "May your unfailing love rest upon us, O Lord, even as we put our hope in you." Pastor Don … [Read more...] about National Day of Prayer to Be Celebrated Locally on May 7
Friends of Nigel Present $5,000 to the Holland Family; Lynn Fraher Wins 6′ Bear Carving
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
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”