Pine Knot Village Artwalk – July 6-7, 2013

Big Bear Lake Summer Arts Festivals – Artwalk, July 6-7, 2013

The 10th Annual Pine Knot Village Artwalk  is scheduled for July 6-7, 2013. More than 60 artists will exhibit work for sale at the event held this year in the Bartlett Events Area adjacent to the City of Big Bear Lake Information Center, 630 Bartlett Rd. in the Village. Stroll, shop, dine and have fun 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. Enjoy Life, Enjoy the Arts! Big Bear Lake, SoCal’s Leisure Travel and Getaway Destination!

Enjoy Life, Enjoy the ArtsNew and returning artists will exhibit work for sale during the event including Pottery, Fine Wood Working, Jewelery, Glass, Metal, Sculpture, Painting, Drawing, Photography, Mixed Media and more. Space is limited and assigned on a  first come basis.

 To apply  to exhibit, Artists can get an application and review the Festival Map and Set-Up instructions 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. To stay informed about the Artwalk dates and featured Artists, you are invited to sign up for the Festival Newsletters at: Newsletter Sign Up

Artist Robert Ferguson, San Diego, CA

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 always popular annual event.

Our Lodging Partners: Bear Creek Resort, Fireside Lodge, Frontier LodgeKnickerbocker Mansion Inn, Timber Haven Lodge, Wolf Creek Resort and Northwoods Resort.

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Want to help out during the Big Bear Lake Summer Arts Events?

Whether your a full time Big Bear Lake resident or just want to make more of your time in the summer, enjoy the great Big Bear weather and alpine climate. Being part of the Summer Arts Events is a great experience.

The Village is a vibrant and exciting place to be during the Summer Arts Events Season and volunteers are needed to help with everything from food service in the wine garden to parking, security, information booth staffing, and even later in the season with the volunteer appreciation dinner and awards. To find out how you can help or to join the Arts Council of Big Bear Valley, plan to attend the Annual Meeting for the Arts Council in May. To sign up as a volunteer at the Artwalk Festival, email director@artsmda.org.

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Big Bear’s Best – Big Bear Lake Jazztrax Summer Festival – June 21, 22, 23, 2013

explorebigbearlake.com is proud to support the 8th 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, SoCal’s Jazz Getaway Destination! 

Friday, June 21, 2013

GUITARIST STEVE OLIVER

SoCal’s Own Guitarist and Scatter Extraordinaire, Steve Oliver is booked to perform Unplugged onboard the Miss Liberty Sternwheeler on Big Bear Lake Opening Night. Cast off with Steve and the crew of the Miss Liberty at either 5:30 or 7:30PM and enjoy the lake from on the water and under the spell of the incredible and dynamic guitar stylings of Steve Oliver.

Co-hosted by Nick Colionne

 Saturday, June 22, 2013
12:00 PM - Doors Open
1:00 PM – Nicholas Cole
3:00 PM - Euge Groove
5:00 PM - Peter White

Sunday, June 23, 2013
12:00 PM - Doors Open
1:00 PM – Selina Albright
3:00 PM – Booker T. Jones
5:00 PM - George Duke

 
Tickets will also be available at the door.

LakeFront Marina Resort – Big Bear Lake Village

40770 Lakeview Dr.
Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
Website: www.jazztrax.com
E-Mail: jazztrax@live.com
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SoCal’s newest jazz destination – the Wine Room at Wolf Creek Resort

This weekend, March 8 – 10, join owner David Stone, Big Bear Lake city officials and San Bernardino County dignitaries for the Grand Opening of the Wine Room at Wolf Creek Resort, located at 41421 Big Bear Blvd in Big Bear Lake.  The weekend will include live jazz performances, wine tasting, and tapas.

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Wolf Creek Resort, Big Bear Lake, CA

The weekend event is open to the public and starts on Friday evening, March 8, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 5 PM. An evening of jazz will follow featuring pianist, Mike Cross and the Real Jazz Trio from 5 – 10 PM. Complimentary hors d’oeuvres will be served. A wide selection of wines from around the world will be available for tasting and purchase. Soft drinks and beer, including, Stone Summit Beer, a private label brewed by the resort’s owner will also be available.

Saturday, March 9, from 6 to 10 PM and Sunday, March 10, from 3 to 8 PM listen to John Bolivar, as he joins the Real Jazz Trio. Bolivar is an accomplished saxophonist, having played with Aretha Franklin, B.B. King, and Lou Rawls, among others. Hors d’oeuvres, soft drinks and beer will be available for purchase and wine will also be available for tasting and purchase.

 “It’s exciting to see the incredible result of all of the work that we’ve put into the wine room, and to finally celebrate its opening. With the incredible line-up of musicians we have booked, the amazing wines from around the world and the relaxing atmosphere in Big Bear, I fully anticipate this becoming a premiere weekend jazz destination in Southern California,” said David Stone, owner of Wolf Creek Resort, Big Bear Resort and Fireside Lodge.

 There is no cover charge; no one under 21 will be admitted to the wine room.

Wolf Creek Resort and Spa
40210 Big Bear Boulevard
Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
877-428-9335 Toll Free
909-878-0220 Local

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2012 Big Bear Lake International Film Festival

 

September 14-16, 2012

Big Bear Lake, Ca 

 

Big Bear Lake International Film Festival is the premier film festival for Southern California,

The festival screens independent feature films, short films, student films, high school student films, documentaries, animation and family films. Jury and Audience Awards are given in each category in addition to a Student Cinematography Award.

 

 PO Box 1981 Big Bear Lake, 909-866-3433

Big Bear Lake Film Festival

SoCal’s Best – Big Bear Lake 4th of July – 5 Tips for Taking Pictures of Fireworks

Big Bear Lake has become one of SoCal’s Premier Fireworks Display Destinations. The 4th of July Holiday is by far the Busiest Holiday Period of the year  for the many local merchants, restaurants and the better lodges and hotels tend to sell out during the weekends.

Photographing the fireworks can sometimes be a challenge so from perdueavenue.com, here are some great tips for taking great pics of the big event!

5 Tips for Taking Pictures of Fireworks By Jodi Pfunder @ perdueavenue.com

Big Bear Lake Paddlefest – July 7-8, 2012

Big Bear Paddlefest 2012


July 7-8, 2012 Fawnskin, CA 909-866-3414

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Check out all Big Bear Lake Outdoor Events for 2012

Team Big Bear Mountain Bike Race Series

Conquer the Bear Challenge

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Big Bear Lake Song Festival June 8-12, 2011

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A series of free concerts of classical song! The 3rd annual Big Bear Lake Song Festival features performances by Classically Trained Vocalists.  Three concert dates, June 8 and9, 7:00 PM at the Knickerbocker Mansion Inn and the final concert on June 11, 7:00 PM at the State of the Art, Big Bear Lake Performing Arts Center in Big Bear Lake. To make concert reservations call the Arts Council of Big Bear Lake at 909-585-2907.  For information on the Big Bear Lake Song Festival call 702-812-7085.

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Miss Liberty Paddlewheel Boat Tours

Paddlewheel Tour BoatDaily Tours from Pine Knot Marina in the Village.

Plan your next get-together or event aboard the Miss Liberty. Individual and group tours, twilight cruises, weddings and anniversaries and private parties.

Make your reservations now and enjoy a scenic boat tour of Big Bear Lake. Celebrity homes, China Island, the solar observatory and more. $20.00 per ticket, seniors and military $18.00, children 5 – 12 are just $13.00, 4 and under are free.

909 866-8129.

Miss Liberty Tours

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A Skipperliner 1500 LX built in 1994 and refitted stem to stern in 2006. Modern restrooms, heated main cabin and fully shaded upper-deck will accommodate up to 125 passengers. Beer, Wine, Sodas and snacks are available in the galley.

Reservations are accepted year-round. Groups need to arrive 20-30 minutes prior to departure time.

Miss Liberty Tours

Big Bear Lake Performing Arts Center (PAC)

The Nutcracker at the PAC

The performances are presented in cooperation with the Big Bear Lake Performing Arts Foundation and will feature Special Guest Artist Brian Waldrep form American Ballet Theatre’s ABT II. 

For more info or to purchase tickets visit the PAC website or call the PAC Box Office at 909/866-4970.

Visit the PAC website and check the calendar! You can buy tickets for all the upcoming events!

The Arts Council of Big Bear Valley presents ”The Nutcracker” as performed by The Maple Youth Ballet and choreographed by Charles Maple at the Performing Arts Center this coming December 28 and 29, 2009.

The Performing Arts Center

9707 Big Bear Blvd. Big Bear Lake, Ca 909-866-4970

  

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Summer Lodging Specials

Northwoods Resort in the Village, Big Bear Lake, CAThe Northwoods Resort in Big Bear Lake, CA offer several terrific Summer Vacation Packages tailored to guests seeking a Southern California getaway with a value added approach.

 Lodging Package Info 909-866-3121  Northwoods Resort