| Holcomb Valley Rendezvous with The Big Horn Mountain Men |
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A living History Encampment of the Fur Trade Era of the American West, spanning the time period of the French and Indian War (1700) to 1840. Fun for the whole family – Step back in time and visit a high mountain encampment of Mountain Men and their families. Meet colorful characters in costumes of the time period. See history come alive with demonstrations of primitive skills: flint and steel fire starting, Dutch oven cooking, basketmaking, leather work, scrimshaw, tomahawk and knife throwing, target shooting with muzzleloading rifles, pistols and trade guns. Mountain Men live in tipis and a wide assortment of period canvas tentage; trade goods and primitive clothing available for sale at several traders. Visitors welcome with or without period costumes! Check our website for up-to-date information, directions and gate hours. www.bighornmountainmen.com. For more information call: Andy Mathews at (951)780-9331, or Ron Anderson at (951)785-0727.
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| Friday Nights in the Village |
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Come to the Village in Big Bear every Friday night to enjoy family entertainment, great shopping, restaurants, arts and crafts fair, live music and more in the Village of Big Bear Lake. |
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| Music in the Mountains Summer Concert Series at the Discovery Center: Jim Curry's Tribute to John Denver |
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The music of the late John Denver is like an old friend, outlasting trends and standing the test of time. Tribute artist Jim Curry, who’s voice was heard in the CBS-TV movie Take Me Home: The John Denver Story, has performed Denver’s music in sold out shows throughout the country and has emerged as today’s top performer of Denver’s vast legacy of multi-platinum hits. Don’t miss the final Jim Curry show on the Discovery Center stage and the final 2010 summer concert series event. Proceeds benefit forest restoration, environmental education and responsible recreation initiatives of the National Forest Association. 7:00 -9:00pm; Gates open at 5:30pm
$20 Adults. $10 Teens 13-18 12 and under FREE. Free off-site w/shuttle & VIP Paid Parking
Tickets will be available at the Discovery Center Adventure Outpost or online at www.nationalforestassociation.org
Ticket Hotline (909) 382-2790
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| Friday Nights in the Village |
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Come to the Village in Big Bear every Friday night to enjoy family entertainment, great shopping, restaurants, arts and crafts fair, live music and more in the Village of Big Bear Lake. |
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| Endure The Bear Trail Run |
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The Village and National Forest Trails |
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Saturday, 09/11/2010 |
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08:00 am - 06:00 am |
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www.openairbigbear.com |
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A new Open Air Big Bear event for 2010, the first annual Endure the Bear Mountain Trail Run is set to take place on Saturday September 11th. Starts in the Village and heads into the pristine National Forest Trails on the south shore of Big Bear Lake. 50K, 30K and 15K as well as a 5k Family Fun Run & Walk. Finish Festival and activities both at Friday night registration and Saturday Race with live music, vendors and more. Friday – September 10th registration from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Xmas Tree Lot, Big Bear Village (SW Corner of Village and Pine Knot) and 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM — FREE Informational and Fun Clinics (yoga, nutrition, stretching…) Saturday – September 11th Registration from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM. 50K starts at 8 AM, 30K at 9:00 AM, 15K at 10:00 AM and 5K at 10:15 AM. Enter the 2010 Endure the Bear – Trail Run before August 28 and you could win luxury accommodations for the weekend of September 11 compliments of Big Bear Vacations. Drawing will be held on September 1 and announced online. Check out details at www.openairbigbear.com or call (909) 224-9315. |
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| The Big Bear International Film Festival at the Discovery Center |
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The Big Bear Lake International Film Festival presents a screening of The Great Race, the Oscar-winning movie shot partly in Lake Arrowhead. This 1965 comedy about an early 20th century car race across three continents stars Jack Lemmon, Tony Curtis, Natalie Wood and Peter Falk. Screening takes place at the Big Bear Discovery Center Outdoor Amphitheater on Thursday September 16th at 8:00 pm. For more details please visit www.bigbearfilmfestival.com or call (909) 838-8112
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| Big Bear Lake International Film Festival |
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This year's Big Bear Lake International Film Festival will take place on September 17-19th at the PAC and Village Theatres. More details to be announced in early 2010. The BBLIFF is a non-profit organization dedicated to showcasing the emerging talent of screenwriters and independent filmmakers within the idyllic setting of Big Bear Lake. Our goal is to nurture a festival, which is highly creative, filmmaker friendly and which provides an educational experience for those people interested in all aspects of the film industry. For all details please visit www.bigbearfilmfestival.com or call (909) 866-3433.
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| Friday Nights in the Village |
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Come to the Village in Big Bear every Friday night to enjoy family entertainment, great shopping, restaurants, arts and crafts fair, live music and more in the Village of Big Bear Lake. |
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| 15th Annual Run For The Grizzlies! |
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15th Annual Harley Bike Run fundraiser for our Grizzly Bears. Open to the public and all bikes welcome! Saturday September 18th from 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Poker Ride – Prizes – Vendors – BBQ and Live Music. Register at Chad’s Place in the Village 40740 Village Drive. All proceeds to benefit the Grizzly Bears at Moonridge Animal Park. For more information call (909) 878-4200 or visit www.moonridgezoo.org/GrizzlyRun.html Vendors can call (951) 218-5818 |
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| 40th Annual Oktoberfest |
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Big Bear Lake Convention Center |
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Saturday, 09/18/2010 |
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All Day |
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www.bigbearevents.com |
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The Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest runs for seven consecutive weekends, September 18 through October 30 at the Big Bear Lake Convention Center, located at 42900 Big Bear Boulevard in Big Bear Lake. The times are Saturdays 12 noon to 12 midnight and Sundays 12 noon to 5:30 p.m. Book your ticket online for $1.00 OFF! For more information call 909-585-3000 or visit www.bigbearevents.com. |
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| Hot Dawgs and Hand Rails |
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Bear Mountain esort Presents Hot Dawgz and Hand Rails at Bear Mountain Resort Saturday September 18th, 2010 from 2pm til dark. The Pro Invitational Rail Jam offers up $15,000 in cash prizes. Admission for public is FREE! We'll have a full bar (21 & up), music, vendor booth city, pro autograph signings, games, giveaways and of course weenie roasting. For more information (909)585-2519 or www.bearmountain.com |
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| 2010 Summer Series Paddling Clinics at Captain John’s Marina |
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The North Shore Trading Company is offering a series of paddling clinics this summer beginning Saturday, June 12. The clinics will cover a progression of basic and advanced paddling strokes and safety issues, and are open to all levels of paddlers and all types of paddle craft, including canoes and kayaks. The three-hour on-water classes will identify a progression of strokes and and techniques to make paddling more efficient and fun. Topics will include forward strokes, sweep strokes, edging, draw strokes, bow and stern turning strokes and capsize recovery. Participants may receive a BCU START Award and will have the opportunity to test their skills to receive a BCU 2 Star Paddling Assessment. This rating is a terrific beginning for paddlers interested in pursuing coaching or higher level skills certified by the BCU. Learning will take place mostly on the water with some onshore instruction for demonstration and understanding. Games will be incorporated throughout the series to test techniques and stroke strategies. Clinics will be based out of Captain John’s Fawn Harbor and Marina from 9:00 am until 12:00 am. Participants should arrive at 8:30 am to give themselves enough time to get their boat and gear ready. Cost is $25. Rentals available. Visit www.GoPaddleACanoe.com for more information or call (909) 866-3414 |
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| Aaron's Fall Big Bass Tournament |
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Aaron's Fall Big Bear Lake Big Bass Tournament, sponsored by Holloway's Marina and Big Bear Cool Cabins. 90% of entry fee goes towards cash prizes, 10% of entry fee goes to Bass stocking in Big Bear Lake. All Bass stocked are 3 lbs and up. $200 per two person team, plus $25 to enter into the "Big Fish prize". Weigh in at Holloway's Marina. For more information, rules and regulations call Big Bear Charter Fishing (909) 866-2240 or (800) 475-3166 |
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| Autumn Wine Walk in the Village |
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The Village Business Association presents their Autumn Wine Walk on Saturday, September 18th • 3:30pm to 7:30pm. Patrons can stroll the Village boutiques and shops while sampling fine wines and light hors d'oeuvres. $20 per person (Presale) • $25 per person (Day of the Event) For more information, please contact: Cheri at (909) 878-8044 or visit www.bigbearlakevillage.com |
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| Bear Valley Healthy Start's Community Family Fun Night |
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It's the biggest event that Healthy Start sponsors! A community event where local and government agencies and service organizations provide free food, fun and resources for Bear Valley families. At Swim Beach Ampitheatre at Meadow Park. Call to participate or for information (909)585-6257 or visit www.bearvalleyhealthystart.com
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| Friday Nights in the Village |
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Come to the Village in Big Bear every Friday night to enjoy family entertainment, great shopping, restaurants, arts and crafts fair, live music and more in the Village of Big Bear Lake. |
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| 1st Lt. Jared M. Landaker Memorial Run for Freedom |
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5K and 10K and 15K Race at Snow Summit honoring Jared Landaker. Please join us to celebrate the lives of our heroes and enjoy a beautiful weekend in the mountains. Face painting for the children, food, music and vendors. Starts at 8:00 AM. For more information please contact Mark Clifton at The Seven Stars Foundation at (530)559-4845 or www.sevenstarsfoundation.com
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| 40th Annual Oktoberfest |
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Location: |
Big Bear Lake Convention Center |
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Saturday, 09/25/2010 |
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All Day |
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www.bigbearevents.com |
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The Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest runs for seven consecutive weekends, September 18 through October 30 at the Big Bear Lake Convention Center, located at 42900 Big Bear Boulevard in Big Bear Lake. The times are Saturdays 12 noon to 12 midnight and Sundays 12 noon to 5:30 p.m. Book your ticket online for $1.00 OFF! For more information call 909-585-3000 or visit www.bigbearevents.com. |
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