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Pine Knot Village Artwalk – July 6-7, 2013

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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 Lodge, Knickerbocker 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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Wolf Creek Wine Room Jazz and Wine Tasting Line Up – April 2013

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Now Open, Wolf Creek Resort’s latest addition, Wolf Creek Wine Room, located in Big Bear Lake at 40210 Big Bear Blvd next door to the new Big 5 sporting goods store. The tasting room is on the south side of the property adjacent to the resort’s grape vineyard.

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Join our entertainment Director, Jazz Pianist Mike Cross, at the keys of the Wine Room’s brand new Yamaha Grand Piano. Mike’s band, The Real Jazz Trio, will be kicking off the new venue’s Winter Jazz Series. Wolf Creek Wine Room will feature more than 100 different wines from around the world by the glass, tasting flights, and by the bottle. Regular Hours at the Tasting Room will be 5:00 PM till 10:00 PM Fridays and Saturdays, and Sunday afternoons from 2PM till 8PM.

For food offerings, the kitchen will be preparing traditional pairings with appetizers, cheese and meat plates, fruit and seasonal small plates.

If it’s beer your craving, enjoy the selection of domestic and imported bottles or one of the proprietor’s own draught brews. Always on tap are the Stone Summit Blonde, IPA and Hefeweizen.

Spring Jazz Series

Friday - April 4, 2013

Mike Cross Jazz Pianist

6:30 -10:00 PM

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Saturday - April 6, 2013

The Real Jazz Trio

6:30 -10:00 PM

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Sunday - April 7, 2013

The Real Jazz Trio

3:30 – 8:00 PM

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Thursday & Friday - April 11-12, 2013

Singer/songwriter Luke Stevenson

6:30 -10:00 PM

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Saturday - April 13, 2013

The Real Jazz Trio

6:30 -10:00 PM

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Sunday - April 14, 2013

The Real Jazz Trio featuring saxophonist John Bolivar

3:30 – 8:00 PM

For information about the Tasting Room or to make a reservation, contact Wolf Creek Resort at 909-878-0220

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

Live Music at Wolf Creek Resort and Wine Room

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Big Bear Lake Marinas and Boat Ramps Open April 1

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Big Bear Lake Boat Ramps open for 2013 season on April 1, 2013. Check the links below for all Marina and Boat Ramp information, Hours and Boat License Fees.Big Bear Lake Boat Ramps, Rentals and Marina Services

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

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SoCal’s newest jazz destination – the Wine Room at Wolf Creek Resort

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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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Big Bear Lake Offers Visitors Shopping, Dining & Entertainment – So Cal’s Leisure Travel & Getaway Destination!

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Be sure to visit the Copper Q on Pine Knot Ave in the Village, Big Bear Lake!Shopping has never been better than today in the shops and galleries at Pine Knot Village, the center of the Big Bear Lake Experience! The Village is a truly unique shopping destination that will inspire and reward with great holiday shopping memories. Where to Stay and Play? Find everything you’re looking for at explorebigbearlake.com. You’ll find all the best Lodging, Activities, Dining and Entertainment  listed here!

Have a great time on your Big Bear Lake visit and we will look forward to seeing you in the Village!

Memorial Day Weekend is May 25-27, 2013

Need to minimize Holiday Stress? You can make reservations at some pretty great places like Northwoods Resort or Knickerbocker Mansion Inn for a great Big Bear Lake Stay and a terrific dining experience without driving around town and looking for parking.

Main Street Shopping Experience in the Village. Holiday Shopping in Big Bear Lake!

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A truly unique shopping destination with dozens of shops offering Gifts, Decor, Art and Collectibles and lots of dining options make a complete Shopping Experience!

The Village shopping district in Big Bear Lake CA is about 100 miles east of Newport Beach and about one hour from anywhere in the Inland Empire.At nearly 6800 feet in elevation in an alpine forest landscape, the quaint village sits next to Big Bear Lake, in the San Bernardino Mountains and has dozens of shops to browse and find your every shopping need. 

Getting to Big Bear Lake by car is awe-inspiring using any of the three highways that lead in and out of the Big Bear Valley. Always check road conditions with Caltrans of the CHP before traveling in the winter months.Photo by G. Zook zookart.com

 If hiking and biking is your thing, add some to your day on the many miles of off-road trails or stay on the dedicated bike routes through the mountain community. Always plenty of free parking in the Village at the  Bartlett Ave Public Parking lot or on Village Dr, at the Indian Village Parking lot behind the former Mandolin Bistro. Bike Trail Maps are available at http://www.goboguides.com/  and Bear Valley Bikes. 

With more than 60 shops and restaurants to browse and enjoy, you can definitely find what your looking for in the Village!

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Bear Creek Resort’s New Events Pavilion Hosts Live Entertainment Starting July 21, 2012

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July 21 7pm-9pm (doors open at 6)
Venue: Bear Cave Event Center
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$15 General/ $25 Reserved

 

 

Hazel Mountain Blue Grass
July 28th 7pm-9pm (doors open at 6)
Venue: Bear Cave Event Center
Original Country
$15 General/ $25 Reserved

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Aug 4th 7pm-9pm (doors open at 6)
Venue: Bear Cave Event Center
$15 General / $25 Reserved

Mrs. Robinson – Cover Band mrsrobinson.biz
August 18 7pm-9pm (doors open at 6)
Venue: Bear Cave Event Center
$25 General / $35 Reserved

Jim Curry – John Denver Tribute – jimcurrymusic.com
September 1st & 2nd 7pm-9pm (doors open at 6)
Venue: Bear Cave Event Center
$15 General / $25 Reserved

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

http://www.bearcreek-resort.com

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

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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

Halloween Trick-Or-Treat – The Annual Big Bear Lake Village Event

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Wednesday, October 31, 2012 is Halloween and the annual Big Bear Lake Village Trick-Or-Treat event will start at 5:00PM and go until 7:30 PM.

The event is sponsored by the City of Big Bear Lake and Big Bear Lake Village Merchants, Restaurants and Lodges.

The annual event gives local and visiting kids a safe and very productive environment to celebrate Halloween. Village Merchants supply their own treats for the kids and usually put out some pretty good decorations. Plenty of free Parking and Public Restrooms are available at the Information Center in the Bartlett Parking Lot. For more info contact the Chamber of Commerce at 909-866-4607. Plan on having plenty of fun in the Village on Halloween and please don’t drink and drive!

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Big Bear Lake Paddlefest – July 7-8, 2012

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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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