Blue Jay
Annual Holiday Parade: Saturday, Dec. 7, 2 p.m. This year’s theme: “Our house is a very, very, very fine house.” www.bluejayparade.com
CRESTLINE
Free Community Thanksgiving Dinner: Thursday, Nov. 28, 12-4 p.m., San Moritz Lodge. Presented by a consortium of community groups.
Friendsgiving Dinner: Nov. 30, 4 p.m., VFW, 21841 Crest Forest Drive, Cedarpines Park. Bring a dish to share. Open to the public.
Gingerbread House Party: Dec. 1, 3 p.m., Crestline Adventist Church, 22972 Waters Drive. For ages 3-12. Text (509) 301-3811 to register. Free.
Goodwin’s Annual Crestline Family Christmas: Monday, Dec. 2, 5-8 p.m., Lake Gregory north beach parking lot. Tree lighting and the story of Christmas at 6:30. Santa will hand out gifts for kids 10 and under. Photos with Santa. Activities and games for kids. Bonfire, live Christmas music, free hot dogs, coffee and hot chocolate. Bring a canned food item for the local food bank.
VFW White Elephant Christmas Party: Dec. 7, 6 p.m. Bring a wrapped gift. Drink specials and raffle. 21841 Crest Forest Drive, Cedarpines Park. Potluck – bring a dish. Open to the public.
Disco Holiday Party: Saturday, Dec. 14, 5 p.m., San Moritz Lodge. Rim of the World Historical Society. Tickets at mtnmuseum.org or at the Mountain History Museum. For more information, contact Cindy Burnett, (909) 273-4291.
Twas the Night: Rim Youth Theatre and the Vento Dance Company. Dec. 14, 5 p.m.; Dec. 15, 4 p.m. Thousand Pines Christian Camp.
Colonial Christmas Concert: Sunday, Dec. 15, 6-8 p.m., San Moritz Lodge. Mountain Fifes & Drums. Dessert, cider and coffee will be served. Tickets: www.mountainfifesanddrums.org.
Mardi Gras on the Mountain: Saturday, March 1, 2025, 5-9 p.m., San Moritz Lodge. Beer and wine tasting event. Masked ball, costume contest, artisan vendors, dancing, live music. Early bird tickets, $45 – corksnhops.com.
Community Food Pantry: Sundays, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Crestline SDAA Church, 22937 Waters Drive. Free. Volunteers and donations welcome.
Crestline Branch Library: Library Beginners, Tuesdays, 11:30 a.m., Active Einsteins. Kids Zone, Wednesdays, 3 p.m., Discovery Time. Adult programs, Mondays, 2 p.m., yoga.
Game Nights: San Marzano Wine & Ale Lounge, 23575 Lake Drive. Thursdays, 6-10 p.m. Free.
VFW Chess Club: Thursdays, 5 p.m., 21841 Crest Forest Drive, Cedarpines Park. Join the chess club to practice, learn and sharpen your chess skills. (909) 338-0360
Crest Forest Senior Citizens’ Club Luncheon: Tuesdays and Thursdays, noon, San Moritz Lodge.
Crestline Lions Club: Meets fourth Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m., Leisure Shores Senior Center. All are welcome.
Community Bible Study for Women: Wednesdays, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Lake Gregory Church, 460 Pine Drive, Crestline. Register at sanbernardino.cbsclass.org. Email, text or call Cherie at SBMCBSCherie@gmail.com or (909) 499-3920.
Crestline-Lake Gregory Rotary Club: Meets Thursdays, noon, Top Town Cafe.
Mountain Connections: Meet interesting people, exchange valuable info, promote your business and events. Tuesdays, 7:30 a.m., Top Town Café. (909-338-1313).
Youth Acting, Improv and Silly Storytime: Classes for kids and tweens offered by actress and storyteller Tracey Ellert through the Rim of the World Recreation and Park District at the Lake Gregory Education and Community Center. Visit www.rim-rec.org for class information and to register.
GREEN VALLEY LAKE
Artisan Studio Tour: Nov. 29 and 30, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Dec. 1, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Handcrafted items created by local artists and artisans. Maps available in Green Valley Lake businesses
Tree Lighting Party: Nov. 30, 5:30 p.m., Green Valley Lake Mutual Water Company Clubhouse. Santa and Mrs. Claus rumored to arrive at 6 p.m. with gifts for boys and girls. Complimentary cookies, hot chocolate, spiced cider, coffee and tea.
HIGHLAND
Yaamava Theater: Celtic Woman, Nov. 29. Mannheim Steamroller, Dec. 1. A John Legend Christmas, Dec. 2. Gladys Knight, Dec. 7. Boyz II Men, Dec. 20. Duran Duran, Jan. 2. LL Cool J, Jan. 17. Tickets and details: www.yaamava.com/yaamava-theater.
LAKE ARROWHEAD
Christmas Tree Lighting: Friday, Nov. 29, 6-8 p.m., Lake Arrowhead Village. Free selfies with Santa, carolers, Nutcracker cast members. Santa will be available for free photos on Saturdays and Sundays through Dec. 22 and weekdays on Dec. 23 and 24 from noon-3 p.m.
Mountain History Museum: Open Nov. 30 and Dec. 1, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. (weather permitting). Santa and the Grinch will be there for photos from 12-3. Holiday scavenger hunt with prizes. Hot cider and cookies. How the Grinch Stole Christmas will be playing in the theater. 10-20 percent off in the gift store. 27176 Peninsula Drive.
The Nutcracker: Dec. 6-8. Presented by the Lake Arrowhead Classical Ballet Company at the San Manuel Performing Arts Center, San Bernardino. Tickets: arrowheadballet.org.
Lake Arrowhead Vocal Academy Singers Showcase: Dec. 13 and 14. Dinner catered by Buddy’s BBQ available for sale, 5:30. Show at 7 p.m. A night of Christmas songs. The Tudor House, 800 Arrowhead Villa Road. Tickets at www.heislertheater.com.
Holiday Handbell Concert: Sunday, Dec. 15, 4 p.m., Lake Arrowhead Community Presbyterian Church. Medley of holiday music performed by handbell choir. Free.
Lake Arrowhead Branch Library: Book sale, Dec. 7, $5 per bag (ask for a bag at the front desk). Toddler Bootcamp, Tuesdays, 11:15 a.m. – songs and stories to introduce literary to youngest library visitors. Preschool Storytime, Tuesdays, 12:30 p.m. – stories, songs, rhymes with a letter of the alphabet featured each session. Family Game Time, Mondays, 4 p.m. Discover Art-DSLR, Wednesdays, 2 p.m. – students can learn the ins and outs of basic photography.
Holiday Performances: MPH and Rim High choir concert, Dec. 12, 6 p.m. MPH and Rim High band concert, Dec. 13, 6 p.m. Both at Rim of the World High School.
Lake Arrowhead Rotary Club: Meets Tuesdays, 12:15 p.m., Twin Peaks Community Center.
Mountain Sunrise Rotary Club: Meets Wednesdays, 7 a.m., Twin Peaks Community Center.
Dogwood Quilters: Meet first Saturdays; social, 9:30 a.m., meeting 10 a.m.-noon. Blue Jay Community Room. All are welcome. Call (909) 714-7464 and leave a message.
True Healing: Bible-based recovery program to support people on their journey to wholeness. First and third Fridays, 6:30-8 p.m. Church of the Woods, 1410 Calgary Drive. (909) 337-5483.
RIMFOREST
Parents Night Out: Pajama Jam, Dec. 13 – a cozy night of skits, stories and funny mad libs. An evening out for parents while their children enjoy a fun-filled evening at the Rec and Park district office, 26577 Hwy 18. Drop off at 5:30 p.m., pick up at 8 p.m. For kids 4-12. Register at www.rim-rec.org.
RUNNING SPRINGS
Community Thanksgiving Dinner: Nov. 28, 1-3 p.m., Hootman Center, 2929 Running Springs School Rd. Sponsored by the Golden Oaks Senior Citizens. Friends – food – fun. Scottie the Jester, kids’ games, prizes.
Christmas Tree Lighting: Friday, Dec. 6, 5-7 p.m., downtown Running Springs. Pictures with Santa, hot cocoa, cookies, candy canes. Dress warmly.
Farmers Market and Artisan Faire: Saturdays, through Nov. 23, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. 2645 Whispering Pines Drive.
Running Springs Branch Library: Library Beginners (0-5 years old), Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. – stories, songs, rhymes and more. Kid Zone (6-11 years old) Craft Corner, Mondays, 3:30 p.m. Threads, Nov. 21, 4:00 p.m. – learn to crochet or knit.
SKYFOREST
Winterfest: Nov. 30, 12-5 p.m. Old world holiday market. Crafts, music, food, glogg. Brought to life by Brown Bag Books, Littlebear Bottleshop and Evergreen Curated Goods.
TWIN PEAKS
Twin Peaks Farmers Market: Thursdays, 2 p.m. until dark, Masonic Lodge.
Rim of the World Lodge #711, Free and Accepted Masons: Stated meetings first Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m. Dinner, open to the public, at 6:00 p.m. The public can RSVP for dinner at https://lodge711.freemason.org.
VICTORVILLE
Marine Corps League: Meets third Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. at the Elks Lodge, 14041 Hesperia Rd., Victorville. Mountain Marines carpool. Info at micbrewerusmc@aol.com or (909) 589-0071.
CONTACT FOR DETAILS:
California Writers Club: Founded in 1909 by Jack London and friends. The club is interested in collaborating with mountain community writers. A location is TBA after collecting some interested parties. Should you want to attend an informal gathering, email micbrewerusmc@aol.com or call Michael Brewer at (909) 589-0071.
Social Meet-Up for Young Adults with Autism: Group started by a young man and his mother for young adults on the spectrum. Fourth Tuesdays. Contact Melissa at Melissa@melpost.com for details.
Willow Woods Quilt Guild: Meets second Saturdays – social, 9:30 a.m.; meeting, 10 a.m. Call (909) 338-9216 or visit www.wwwqg.org for more information and meeting location.
Mountain Lakes Poker Club: An online poker club for local mountain residents that meets online twice a week. For details, contact Ray Turner at rturner1226@gmail.com.
GOVERNMENT AND COMMUNITY MEETINGS
Government Affairs: A committee of the Lake Arrowhead Communities Chamber of Commerce. First Tuesdays, 8 a.m. via Zoom.
San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors: Check the website, www.sbcounty.gov/Main/Pages/BOSMeetings.aspx for meeting dates and to watch the meetings live streamed or to watch recordings of the meetings.
Crest Forest Municipal Advisory Council: Meets first Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m., San Moritz Lodge.
Lake Arrowhead Municipal Advisory Council: Meets first Thursdays, 6:00 p.m., Twin Peaks community room.
Running Springs Area Chamber of Commerce: Meets second Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m. either by Zoom or at the Hootman Community Center.
Crestline Chamber of Commerce: Meets third Tuesdays, 5:30 p.m., Crestline Chamber of Commerce office.
Lake Arrowhead Communities Chamber of Commerce: Meets third Tuesdays, 5:30 p.m., chamber office.
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