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Big Bear’s Best – Big Bear Lake Jazztrax Summer Festival – June 22-24, 2012

explorebigbearlake — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 23:07:16 +0000

explorebigbearlake.com is proud to support the 7th annual Big Bear Lake Jazztrax festival and a great weekend of Jazz in the San Bernardino Mountains. Don’t miss this Big Bear Lake Music Festival kicking off the Big Bear Lake Summer Season this coming June!

Make reservations early for this great weekend of Jazz in beautiful Big Bear Lake, So Cal’s Jazz Getaway Destination!

Friday June 22

Canadian Guitarist Rob Tardik

Saturday June 23

Kansas City Bassist Julian Vaughn

Sax in the City Starring Paul Taylor, Marion Meadows and Jessy J

Keyboardist Brian Culbertson

Sunday June 24

Swedish Keyboardist Jonathan Fritzen

Guitarist Jeff Golub and Keyboardist Henry Butler

Saxophonist Mindi Abair

Tickets and show times at the Jazztrax website.

Marina Resort reservations and info. Northwoods Resort reservations and info.

Big Bear Lake Marinas and Boat Ramps Open April 1

explorebigbearlake — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 18:35:48 +0000

Big Bear Lake Boat Ramps open for 2012 season on April 1, 2012. Check the links below for all Marina and Boat Ramp information, Hours and Boat License Fees.

Boat Docks and Slips, the Miss Liberty Paddlewheel Boat Tour, Boat Rentals and Wave Runner Rentals.

400 Pine Knot Ave. Big Bear Lake, CA 909-866-6463

Launch Ramp and Lake Info

http://pineknotmarina.com/

http://bigbearboating.com/

Big Bear’s Best – Dining at Big Bear Lake’s Knickerbocker Mansion

explorebigbearlake — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 20:52:12 +0000

One of Big Bear Lake’s best kept secrets for dining is the Knickerbocker Mansion Inn. Open for seating on Friday and Saturday evenings only, the Mansion’s dining room is supported by one of the best staffed kitchens in town.

Give the Knickerbocker a call to make your reservations and you will surely be surprised at the quality service, great food and the extensive wine list Stanley and Thomas have to offer you and your guests.

Cheers!
869 Knickerbocker Rd
PO Box 1907
Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
Phone: 909-878-9190
FAX: 909-878-4248
e-mail: knickmail@knickerbockermansion.com
Toll Free 800-388-4179
http://www.knickerbockermansion.com

Pine Knot Village ArtWalk – July 7-8, 2012

explorebigbearlake — Sun, 01 Jan 2012 02:05:28 +0000

The 9th Annual Pine Knot Village Artwalk is scheduled for July 7-8, 2012. More than 30 artists will exhibit work for sale on the village sidewalks. Stroll, shop, dine and unwind this all American Holiday Weekend in beautiful Big Bear Lake. Pine Knot Village is the place to get away and enjoy the arts in the San Bernardino Mountains.

New and returning artists include pottery, fine wood working, jewelery, leaded art glass, metal sculpture, painting, drawing photography, and more. Space is limited and assigned first come basis and by invitation only so, new and returning artists, get your application in as early as you can. Applications and set up instructions are available at www.bigbearlakeartwalk.com.

All weekend long Big Bear lake visitors and local residents are invited to enjoy the art and live art demonstrations plus everything else the Village in Big Bear Lake has to offer visitors in the way of dining, shopping and entertainment.

Plan on visiting the Village this July and enjoying the Arts, the Alpine Climate and meeting some of the regions best artists and artisans at this ever popular annual event.

Our Lodging Partners: Bear Creek Resort, Fireside Lodge, Frontier Lodge, Alpine Suites in the Village, Knickerbocker Mansion Inn, Timber Haven Lodge, Wolf Creek Resort and Northwoods Resort.

www.twitter.com/pineknotvillage

BigBearLakeArtwalk.com

Le Dolce Vita Wine Tasting Room – Wine by the Flight, Glass or Bottle Thursday through Monday in the Village

explorebigbearlake — Sat, 10 Dec 2011 21:25:23 +0000

Le Dolce Vita Wine Tasting Room, the newly opened Wine Bar and Tasting Room, is located across from Northwoods Resort at 40645 Village Dr. in the Village, Big Bear Lake, CA.

Le Dolce Vita Wine Tasting Room 909-866-1538

www.ldvtastingroom.com

http://www.facebook.com/LDVtastingroom

Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain, Big Bear Lake, CA

explorebigbearlake — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 05:59:00 +0000

The Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain is open all year and is Southern California’s only authentic bobsled experience.

Magic Mountain also features Go-Carts, Snow Play area with magic carpet walking lift, and an 18 hole Miniature Golf Coarse.

800 Wildrose Ln. Big Bear Lake, CA 909-866-4626

http://www.alpineslidebigbear.com

Club Bombay is the Village’s newest spot for Big Bear Lake Nightlife

explorebigbearlake — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 01:47:39 +0000

Located next door to the Himalayan Restaurant, Club Bombay will open the Monday November 7, 2011. After a grueling experience for the Owner with regulatory and bringing the space up to code for the Club’s use, Club Bombay is finally ready for visitors and locals to do some serious chillaxin!

With an extensive wine list and featured import and domestic beers, Club Bombay also has a full Bar and can mix your favorite cocktail as you like it! The stage and sound system will provide for live music performers to entertain you and friends in comfort in this newly decorated and furnished lounge space complete with highly polished bar top, comfortable seating and a cozy fireplace for those cold winter evenings.

672 Pine Knot Ave. Big Bear Lake, CA

909-547-3435

http://clubbombaybbl.com/

Big Bear’s Best – Sweet Basil Bistro

explorebigbearlake — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 21:16:27 +0000

Tamara's favorite... the fabulous Sweet Basil Mojito

Sweet Basil has been our favorite food experience here in the Village since opening night and we continue to enjoy the passion and expertise Sally has brought to the Big Bear Lake marketplace!

Now rated the number 1 restaurant in the Big Bear Valley, Sweet Basil is the must eat there for your next visit to the Village.

Family owned and operated by Chef Sally Hill, Sweet Basil Bistro has a varied and delectable menu for Lunch, Dinner and Sunday Brunch. Wine list and cocktails always.

40629 Big Bear Blvd. Big Bear Lake, CA 909-866-9212

http://www.sweetbasilbistro.net

United Wood Craftsmen Gallery in the Village, Big Bear Lake, CA

explorebigbearlake — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 21:49:45 +0000

United Wood Craftsmen Gallery is a unique shopping experience Featuring Mission and Craftsman Style Furnishings, Fine Art, Home Decor, and Lighting by Quoizel. You can also find Gift Items for any occasion, Fine Linens, Bath and Spa items by K. Hall, Fine Tableware by Vietri, and handmade, local fine craft work by 16 local and regional artists and so much more!

Please stop by while Holiday Shopping or any time you’re in the Village! Cheers!

Photo by G. Zook www.zookphoto.com

653 Pine Knot Ave. Big Bear Lake, CA 909-878-3556

www .unitedwoodcraftsmen.com

The Copper Q for coffee, pastries and cooking lessons in the Village

explorebigbearlake — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 18:24:25 +0000

Big Bear Village Coffee

Enjoy a coffee drink from the espresso bar or fresh pastry from the bakery. Looking for great shopping? The Copper Q is the newest shop in the Village and offers kitchen gadgets, small appliances and tools for every chef.

Guest Chef Paul Ortuno from the Iron Squirrel Demonstrates Technique at the Copper Q

A gourmet pantry and demonstration kitchen is also in the mix at the Copper Q, offering fine foods and classes on how to prepare them.

The Copper Q 645 Pine Knot Ave. Big Bear Lake, CA

909-878-4777

http://www.copperq.com/