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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Six San Bernardino County Schools Closed as Result of Four Confirmed Cases of Swine Flu, Now Referred to as H1N1 Influenza
According to San Bernardino County’s Public Health Department, there are now four confirmed cases of the swine flu—now being referred to as H1N1 Influenza—within the County, and 17 probable cases that have yet to be confirmed. As a result, six schools—including four in the San Bernardino City Unified School District, a middle school in Colton, and Clement Middle School in … [Read more...] about Six San Bernardino County Schools Closed as Result of Four Confirmed Cases of Swine Flu, Now Referred to as H1N1 Influenza
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”
Bears Golf Team Secures League Championship With Victory Over Twentynine Palms
The Big Bear High School Bears golf team secured their place as DeAnza League champions, given their perfect record in league following their victory over Twentynine Palms this week. The Bears won this match 227-233; leaders in the game were Scott Reynolds, who shot 41; Alex Hird, who shot 42, and Kyle Bruinsma, who shot 49. … [Read more...] about Bears Golf Team Secures League Championship With Victory Over Twentynine Palms
City Council Recognizes Lutheran Social Services and Tanya Perry for Their Contributions to Valley Families
Lutheran Social Services was recognized by the City Council of Big Bear Lake, in a resolution acknowledging their contributions to make possible the “one-stop shop” for county services, which is available in Big Bear at the LSS offices in Summit Plaza as of April 27 (the same day that they were honored by Council). Tanya Perry, who serves as the Mental Health Commissioner for … [Read more...] about City Council Recognizes Lutheran Social Services and Tanya Perry for Their Contributions to Valley Families