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Events may be subjectto cancellation and/orearly ticket purchaseor reservation; pleasecheck referenced web-site or phone numbers,for updates.

Live musicOpen Mic & AcousticJam • Tehachapi EveryWednesday night, musicand poetry, at 7 p.m. atFiddlers Crossing, 206East “F” St., 823-9994.Sign up to perform at thedoor.

La Bella Amore ItalianBistro • Tehachapi 209S. Green St., 822-7419• Grim Bernhoft, firstFriday• Guy and Debbie Mar-tin, first Saturday• Alicia Hansen, secondFriday• Geezers on the Loose,second Saturday• Craig Shaw, third Fri-day• Grim Bernhoft, thirdSaturday• Pat Strong Trio, fourthFriday• Jug Band, fourth Satur-day

Apple Shed •Tehachapi Music pro-vided during dinnerhours, 333 E TehachapiBlvd. Call 823-8333 fortheir current schedule ofmusicians.• Debbie & Guy Martin,on Thursdays• Debbie & Guy Martin,Friday March 22 • Pat Strong Trio + 1,Saturday March 23• Craig Shaw, March 24• Art Larsen, March 29• Craig Shaw, March 30

58 Restaurant & Bar • Tehachapi Live enter-tainment, various sched-ules, 480 Steuber Rd.Call 822-9992 for latestinformation.• Mudfish, March 23, 8p.m. to closing.

• Sangria Latina, March30, 8 p.m. to closing.

Sagebrush Cafe • Lan-caster Live music firstFriday of each month.42104 50th St. West,sagebrush-cafe.com.

KC Steakhouse • Bak-ersfield 2525 “F” St.322-9910, kcsteak-house.net.

• Jimmy Gaines, pianist:Tuesdays, Wednesdaysand Thursdays, 6 to 10p.m.• Jimmy Gaines, pianist;Mike Hall, guitarist;Bobby O, drummer;Glenda Robles, vocalist.Fridays and Saturdays,6:30 to 11:30 p.m.

ConcertsFiddlers Crossing •Tehachapi 206 East “F”St. Tickets: MountainMusic, 206 East “F” St.;The Apple Shed, 333 E.Tehachapia Blvd; or call823-9994. (Unless oth-erwise noted) For moreinformation: fiddler-scrossing.org• Dave Stamey Cowboyentertainer, two shows,March 24, 3 p.m. and7:30 p.m.• Claude BourbonMedieval & Spanishblues, finger-picking gui-tar & song, March 29, 7p.m.• Dana Hubbard Blues,Folk, Americana, April 6,7 p.m. • Bruce Molsky April 19,7 p.m., Old time fiddlerand multi-instrumental-ist, at St. Jude’s AnglicanChurch, 1200 S. Curry St.

Crystal Palace • Bak-ersfield 2620 BuckOwens Blvd. Tickets: val-litix.rdln.com (Call (661)328-7560 or visithttp://www.buck-owens.com/concerts.html for upcoming shows.)

Pacino’s Spaghetti Fac-tory • Tehachapi Beat-les Tribute Band, 7 p.m.,Tehachapi Blvd., 661-822-9400. $39.95

Rabobank Theatre •Bakersfield 1001 Trux-tun Ave. Tickets:

Rabobank Arena boxoffice orticketmaster.com., 852-7300, (Unless otherwisenoted)• Jeff Dunham-Disor-derly Conduct March23, 5 p.m. • Harmonia Alert! April13, 8 p.m.• Jim Willer in “Feelin’Groovy” April 14, 3 p.m.

Lancaster PerformingArts • Lancaster 750W. Lancaster Blvd. Forschedule and tickets goto: lpac.org.

Maturango Museum •Ridgecrest 100 E. LasFlores Ave. Information:760-375-6900, [email protected].• We Friends, ChamberConcert, March 22 - 23,7:30 p.m.

The Fox Theatre • Bak-ersfield 2001 H. St. Tick-ets:foxtheatreonline.com.• Merle Haggard April13, 8 p.m.• Brian Regan April 14, 7p.m.• Darius Rucker April26, 8 p.m.

Karaoke, D.J. andLine DancingDomingo’s Mexican &Seafood Restuarant •Tehachapi 7-11 p.m.,every Wednesday, 20416Highway 202, 822-7611.

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Claude Bourbon at Fiddlers Crossing,7 p.m. on March 29

PHOTO COURTESY OF FIDDLERS CROSSING

Virtuoso guitarist Claude Bourbon will play in concert at FiddlersCrossing, 206 East “F” St., on Friday, March 29, starting at 7 p.m.

Cowboy EntertainerDave Stamey willperform two showsat Fiddlers Crossing,Sunday, March 24,at 3 and 7 p.m.

BY DEBORAH HANDCONTRIBUTING WRITER

March will be goingout like a lion on the29th at Fiddlers Crossingwith finger style bluesguitarist Claude Bour-bon on the stage. To bemore specific, Bourbonplays Medieval andSpanish blues, and deliv-ers songs in a perfectgravelly blues voice. Hewas a favorite performeron the former MamaHillybeans stage, andthis is his second visit toTehachapi.

Bourbon was born inFrance and grew up inSwitzerland playingclassical guitar. He hassince performed andstudied all over theworld. He now makeshis home in the UK.Although his music isrooted in blues, it isinfused with classicaland jazz influences,Eastern ethereal music,Spanish and Latin ele-ments, and even West-ern folk songs. While

most fingerpicking gui-tar players use only thethumb and two ormaybe three fingers,Bourbon’s unique styleuses all five digits, “eachdancing independentlyon the strings, some-times moving at break-neck speed”, as a reviewon his website put it. Thesound is pure “ClaudeBourbon.”

The concert will beginat 7 p.m., with doorsopening at 6:30 p.m.Tickets are $15, and areavailable at MountainMusic, next to thevenue, and at the AppleShed. A $1 fee is addedto each ticket paid bycredit card, which can beused at Mountain Musicor over the phone bycalling 661-822-1753.

Fiddlers Crossing is at206 East F Street, inDowntown Tehachapi atRobinson Street. Asalways, coffee and good-ies are included in theticket price.

Tenants continues through March 31BY RUTHANNE JENNINGS

CONTRIBUTING WRITER

If you didn't get achance to see TehachapiCommuity Theatre's per-formance of, "Tenants"there is still time. Thereare six more perform-ances. This brillant playhas wonderful humor

with a cast that has per-fected their characters.If you've never been to alive performance at theBeekay theatre now isthe time to see whatpeople love about livetheatre. This show issimply wonderful.

"Tenants" will be at

the Beekay Theatre, 110S. Green St., March 22,23, 29, 30 at 7:30 p.m.and March 24 and 31 at 2p.m. Tickets are availableat Johnny's Take n' Bake,Tehachapi Furniture, Pic-ture Perfect & Stamp.Tickets may also be pur-chased online at tcton-

stage.com. For moreinformation contact theTCT message line at 822-4037. Please rememberthat you can alwayscheck to see if ticketsare available at the door.

The play is not consid-ered suitable for chil-dren.

PHOTO COURTESY OF RUTHANNE JENNINGS

Rick Gould, Michael Gruett and Heather Ringle are having a quick witted conversation during a scene in Tenants.

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P-Dubs Grille & Bar • Stallion Springs27725 Stallion Springs Dr., 822-7777• Line dancing every Tuesday, 7 to 9p.m.

City Slickers• Tehachapi 1001 W.Tehachapi Blvd., 822-4939• Line dancing every Wednesday andSunday night, 7 to 9 p.m.

PerformancesBeekay Theatre • Tehachapi 110 S.Green St. Ticket and info:tctonstage.com.• Tenants, March 22, 23, 29, 30; 7:30p.m. Matinees: March 24, 31; 2 p.m. • Princess and The Pea, April 19, 20,26, 27, May 3, 4; 7 p.m. Matinees: April21, 28, May 5; 2 p.m.• Roar of the Greasepaint, Smell ofthe Crowd, June 14, 15, 21, 28, 29; 7:30p.m. Matinees June 23, 30; 2 p.m.

Hooray for Hollywood • BakersfieldMarch 22 - May 4, Friday & Saturdayperformances 7 p.m., Sunday mati-nees, 2 p.m., Gaslight Melodrama,12748 Jomani Dr. Tickets: 587-3377 orthemelodrama.com.

West Side Story • Bakersfield April 4,7:30 p.m. Rabobank Theatre, 1001

Truxtun Ave. Tickets:bakersfieldcca.org.

Spoken Word Performance • Lan-caster April 18, 12 p.m. LancasterMuseum of Art and History, 665 W.Lancaster Blvd. 723-6250, lancaster-moah.org.

Film/ScreeningsThe Fox Theater • Bakersfield: 2001H. St. Tickets: foxtheatreonline.com.Shows 7:30 p.m, unless noted other-wise. • Aftershock March 22• Marley: April 19• Polisse: April 5• The Skin I Live In: May 3• Nobody Else but You: May 10• Primus 3D: May 29 8 p.m.

Hands-on ArtsTreasure Trove • Tehachapi 116 EastTehachapi Blvd., call 822-6794 forinformation and class prices,www.facebook.com/TehachapiTrea-sureTroveOpen Studios:• Watercolor every Monday, 5-8 p.m.• All Media every Thu. & Fri., 10 a.m.-1 p.m.• Clay Play Polymer clay and/or othercrafts every Fri., 2-5 p.m.Art Classes:• Trash to Treasures-Paper Machewith Michelle Taylor. Saturday, March23, 1 to 4 p.m.

Treat yourself to the ‘clean comedy’ show

Tehachapi residents are in for a raretreat. Tehachapi's own Lainee J will beintroducing (and outrageously encour-aging) Jason Love to be as funny as hecan possibly be to raise funds for Mar-ley's Mutts on Sunday, April 7, 7 p.m.at the Beekay Theatre. Their show isentitled, Clean Comedy Night.

Jason Love has done standup at ven-ues the world over, including theImprov, Laugh Factory, Comedy Store,and Disney Cruise Line. Jason has per-formed for Google, Coca-Cola, TrueReligion, Farmers Insurance, Pandora,MTV, General Motors, L.A. Dodgers,Relay for Life, Boys and Girls, Rotary,Kiwanis and Alcoholics Anonymous.His media credits include Last ComicStanding, Comedy Central, The Boband Tom Show, HBO’s “Luck” starringDustin Hoffman, lead male in “LoveAplenty,” Santa Barbara Film Festivaland hundreds of TV news and radioprograms.

Jason's one-liners appear in numer-ous book collections and are publishedregularly by "Reader's Digest." Jasonsyndicates his daily cartoon "Snap-shots" to millions of readers in print,Internet, and mobile media. Creditsinclude "The Denver Post," "St. Peters-burg Times", "Arizona Republic," anddozens of books. Jason's humor col-umn, "So It Goes", has run in over 50publications, including "The Ventura

County Star", "Frontier Airlines' in-flight", "Toastmaster International",and "Funny Times." The column wonBest in Humor from the National Soci-ety of Newspaper Columnists.

Elaine Ogden, "Lainee J", is a come-dienne who grew up in ThousandOaks, Calif. You may have seen her inthe Ventura Comedy Festival compet-ing for "Ventura's Funniest Person"and in "The Next ComicStanding". She has performed at theVentura Harbor Comedy Club, the Hol-lywood Improv, the World FamousComedy Store, Flapper's ComedyClub, the Missionaries of Charity,Mother Theresa's ministry in Delhi,India and various other venues. Sheenjoys doing charity events and has anupcoming event "Cookies For Kid'sCancer."

If 10 years as a missionary overseasdidn't prepare her for stand up, noth-ing will. Elaine specializes in cleancomedy and does not do "black" jokesor "weenie" jokes. She does love blackweenies, however, her dachshunds"Rocco" and "Sadie."

Clean Comedy Night is to benefitMarley's Mutts Dog Rescue, a non-profit 501©(3) charitable corporation.It was founded to help find permanenthomes for stray, abandoned, or other-wise homeless dogs. www.Mar-leysMutts.com Donation $12.

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Idol show auditions at Pacino’s April 13 and 20

BY LINDA LOVENDAHLCONTRIBUTING WRITER

The 5th Tehachapi Idol show audi-tions will be held at Pacino's Saturday,April 13 and 20 at 12 noon.

This is Pacino's version of the everpopular TV show.

"This year we are gearing up for whatwe believe to be the best show ever. Somany talented artists waiting to gettheir chance at stardom. What's up forgrabs is $4000 and a weekend pass fortwo to Disneyland plus the covetedtitle," said Frank Spaccarelli, owner.

"So if you think you have what it

takes to be the next Tehachapi Idol.Come on down and audition. The onlyrequirement is that you be at least 15years of age."

Call Pacino's today to reserve yourspot at stardom, 822-9400.

The actual show starts on Friday April26, 8:30 p.m. and will continue for nineweeks.

Pacino’s is a casual little bit of Holly-wood with a whole lot of "da Bronx"atmosphere designed to provide funand entertainment for parties, informalget togethers and evenings out with the"familigia" and friends.

• Faux Metal MixedMedia Pendant withCathy Clark. Sunday,March 24, 1 to 4 p.m. • Polymer Clay withChristi Friesen. Wednes-day, March 27, 1 to 4p.m. • Create a DreamCatcher with Susanna.Saturday, March 30, 1 to4 p.m.

Bakersfield Art Associ-ation • Bakersfield 1817Eye St., www.bakersfiel-dartassociation.org.,869-2320 (unless other-wise noted)• Very beginningacrylic painting; Satur-days, 1 - 4 p.m., 205-3488,[email protected].• Beginning drawingand watercolor forhighschool studentsand adults; First andThird Mondays, 6 - 8p.m., 330-2676• Beginning oil paint-ing Fridays, 2:30 - 4:30p.m., 399-3707• Composition Mon-days, 2 - 5 pm., mustcall first: 333-4488• Pencil lovers groupSecond and fourth Tues-day of each month, 9a.m. - noon., 760-376-6604,[email protected].• Fun with watercolor-pen & ink EveryWednesday 9:30a.m. -12:30 p.m. 872-2332• Framing clinic EveryWednesday, 1 - 4 p.m.,205-3488• Color Without YourPalette! for All Medi-ums- with Phyllis Oliver,beginning and interme-diate levels. • Figure Drawing

Group with CharlotteWhite, meets on the 2ndand 4th Monday of themonth, from 6-8 pm.Pre-register 330-2676(evenings only) or [email protected]• Experimental Water-color Studio with PhyllisOliver, meets on 3rdMonday of the month, 9a.m.-noon. Pre-register661-348-4717 or [email protected].

Museum of Art & His-tory • Lancaster 665W. Lancaster Blvd.,www.cityoflancasterca.org/recreation., 723-6077(unless otherwise noted).

Beale Memorial Library• Bakersfield 701 Trux-tun Ave., 868-0770 (Callfor schedule.)

Experience Art • Bak-ersfield Summer chil-drens program. Classesbegin June 11 throughAug. 3, 8:30 a.m.-noon,Monday through Friday.Bakersfield Museum ofArt, 1930 R St., Call 323-7219, or bmoa.org formore information.

Other ActivitiesBeale Memorial Library• Bakersfield 701 Trux-tun Ave., 868-0770• Math Clinic: Satur-days, 2-4 p.m. Learnmath or get assistancewith your math home-work. Open to learners ofall ages. Sign up at theReference Desk, held inthe Geology, Mining, andPetroleum Room.• Preschool Storytime:Tuesdays, 11 am. Family-friendly stories suitablefor children ages 3-5.• Personal ComputerCoach: Wednesdays, 11am – 1 pm. Sign up at the

Reference Desk or call toreserve 30-minute one-on-one computer learn-ing sessions.• Toddler Time! Fridays,10:30 a.m. Parents areinvited to accompanytheir 18-month-oldthrough 2-year-old chil-dren for music, nurseryrhymes, stories and play– Arkelian Children’sRoom.

Buena Vista Museum ofNatural History(BVMNH) • BakersfieldEvents are held atBVMNH, 2018 ChesterAve, unless otherwiseindicated. For informa-tion call 661-324-6350or visit www.sharktooth-hill.org. BVMNH is openThursday–Saturday 10a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday 12-4p.m. Museum admission:Child $4, Adult $7, Sen-iors and Students of 18and older $5, group toursavailable with reserva-tions.• BVMNH FREE DAY!Free Admission from 12noon-4 pm on the thirdThursday of each month. • Spring Camp March25-28, grades 1st - 6th:Astronomy–The Moonthe Stars and more...

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ExhibitionsLancaster Museum ofArt and History (MOAH)• Lancaster 665 WestLancaster Blvd. 723-6250,

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The Bear Valley Springs CulturalArt Association’s Spring Art Showwill be held on Saturday, March23, through Sunday, March 31, atthe Oak Tree Country Club, 29541Rolling Oak Dr. in Bear ValleySprings.

A reception for the artists willbe from 4 to 6 p.m. on the openingday, March 23, providing an oppor-tunity to meet and talk with theartists and enjoy refreshments.

Attendees will also be able topurchase raffle tickets with workcontributed by participatingartists as prizes. The raffle willtake place in Bear Valley Springsduring the opening night’s recep-tion on March 23. All exhibitedworks will remain on view throughMarch 31.

Presented annually, the exhibitfeatures artists and their works inthe mediums of painting, photog-raphy, sculpture and pottery.

Featured contributing artiststhis year include Sonja Bronson,Debi Hartman, known as Sparks,Mary Anne Moore and KathleenLevenson. Work of the late ArnoldGiven, sculptor-carver, also will befeatured.

Non-residents of Bear ValleySprings may call 821-1262 for agate pass before 11 a.m. on March23.Featured Artists

This week's featured artists arethe late Arnold A. Given and DebiHartman, also known as Sparks.Sparks

Sparks is an art lover turnedartist, influenced by the many tal-ented artist friends she surroundsherself with in Tehachapi. Shepaints from the images she cre-ates in her mind or from dreams inwhich images come to her. Thesevisions can be purely abstract orhave shape and often come to lifein human form. They are rarelydetailed or precise and often filledwith intense emotion. Some of herfavorite paintings are created

using techniques that cede someof the control to the medium —using alcohol, canned air, or sim-ply tilting the canvas and and let-ting the paint go where it will.Sometimes she uses very deliber-ate techniques that create inter-esting textures with fingers,palette knife or body parts andsand from her backyard, as exam-ples.

"From the first moment Ibrushed paint to canvas in 2009, Iwas captivated by both theprocess and the results of con-verting my feelings into some-thing tangible and visually com-pelling," she said.

Sparks has embarked on anintense and prolific period of self-education and experimentation,producing more than 500 canvas-es in both oil and acrylic. Arnold Given

Master sculptor Given donatedhis work to the show prior to hisdeath on Jan. 19.

Given honed his artistic abilityfor well over 30 years and beganby developing his artistic skillswith small wooden sculptures.They are known as “Santies” andof his own design with a uniqueand fanciful quality. Many of hisclients are adamant that theyhave a signed and dated “Santie”each year.

Given’s creations includeddetailed carvings of waterfowlinvolving proficient featheringdetail.

According to his wife, Shirley,Given found carving to be a meansof not only expressing himselfartistically and importing his spiritto future generations, but also anavenue to grant a legacy to hisgrandchildren.

To paraphrase a Native Ameri-can Legend, she said, “A creationby one's own hand takes with it anelement of the creator's spirit.”With his sculpture, Given accept-ed the legend with certitude.


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Bakersfield Museum ofArt • Bakersfield 1930"R" St., bmoa.org, 323-7219. Every third Fridayof the month, all admis-sion is free; every secondSunday of the month,seniors (65 and older)are free.

Bear Valley SpringsAnnual Art Show •Tehachapi March 23-31held at Oak Tree CountryClub. Sponsored by BVSCultural Arts Associa-tion. 821-1505 for info.

EventsAntelope Valley HomeShow • Lancaster Mar.22 - 24. Antelope ValleyFairgrounds, 2551 WestAvenue H.

Boat, RV & Outdoor Liv-ing Show • BakersfieldApril 5 -7. Kern CountyFairgrounds, 1142 So.'"P" St. 1-800-725-0793,calshows.com.

Desert Wildflower Fes-tival • Ridgecrest April12, 13 and 14. A multi-venue event with theAnnual WildflowerExhibit at Maturango

Museum, programs atthe Historic USO Build-ing, a Saturday eveningwine-and-food tasting atDesert Empire Fair-grounds, opportunitiesto visit the U.S. NavalMuseum of Armamentand Technology on theChina Lake base, a geo-caching challenge withsign-ups at the HistoricUSO Building, self-guid-ed wildflower treks, anda designated vendor areaof nonprofits, painters,photographers, potters,planters, artists, crafts-people and others at Kerr

McGee. www.ridgecrest-desertwildflowerfesti-val.com or 760-375-8202 for information.

Kern River WhitewaterFestival • Kernville April20- 21, begins at 10 a.m.Riverside Park, KernRiver Council, 818-340-3083, kernvilleriverside-park.com.

Twilight Tours - FelineConservation Center •Rosamond April 27, June22, Sept. 21, 5 p.m. Tick-ets and information:cathouse-fcc.org, 256-3793.

More Arts & EntertainmentContinued from Page 6

Art show in BVS opens Saturday

PHOTO BY NICK SMIRNOFF

Work of the artist kown as Sparks will bepart of the Bear Valley Springs Cultural ArtsAssociation’s show opening Saturday.

PHOTO COURTESY OF GIVEN FAMILY

Work of the late Arnold Given will be fea-tured in the show, as well.

BY PAUL G. DONOHUE, M.D.CONTRIBUTING WRITER

DEAR DR. DONOHUE:I have had sciatica for

two and a half months.

Even though I am betterthan at I was first, I am tak-ing forever to fully recover.I have had chiropractictreatments and physio-

therapy. My doctor tells me it will

go away on its own. Booksthat I have read say thatmost recover in six weeks.

It's goingon threemonths forme.

I also hadvasculitis(Henoch-Schonleinpurpura). I haven't experi-enced any symptoms for acouple of years. I havebeen feeling nauseatedand have had loose BMsand the odd stomachache.A red spot appeared on myleg a few days ago. Do youthink the vasculitis is play-ing a role in my delay inrecovery? -- J.B.

ANSWER: I'll describethe typical pain of sciatica,and you see if the descrip-tion fits your pain. The sci-atic nerve is the body'slargest and longest nerve.It travels from the lowerback, down the leg to theankle or foot. Pressure onthe nerve from a protrud-ing back disk, a bone spuror anything that com-presses the nerve bringson sharp or burning pain

running down the side andback of the leg to the foot.

Pulling the knees to thechest and holding thatposition for 20 secondsproduces sciatica pain.

The pain of sciaticaoften lessens and disap-pears in one or twomonths.

The X-ray report youincluded doesn't rule in orrule out sciatica. If the painpersists, an MRI or CT scanprovides additional infor-mation. You are improving,so I think eventually youshould be pain-free.

Vasculitis is an inflam-mation of blood vessels,and Henoch-Schonlein(HE-knock SURN-line) pur-pura is one kind of vasculi-tis. Children get this illnessmore than adults do. Redblotches that turn intobruises (purpura) pop upon the buttocks and legs.Joint pain, abdominal pain,nausea, vomiting and diar-rhea (or constipation) alsoarise. In the first year afterrecovery, relapses are

common.If your current stomach

troubles worsen or you seemore red blotches, get backto the doctor who took careof you before. I don't believethat HS, if it is returning, isinterfering with your recov-ery from sciatica.

The booklet on backproblems describes theircommon causes and theirtreatment. Readers canorder a copy by writing: Dr.Donohue -- No. 303W, Box536475, Orlando, FL32853-6475. Enclose acheck or money order (nocash) for $4.75 U.S./$6Canada with the recipient'sprinted name and address.Please allow four weeks fordelivery.DR. DONOHUE regrets that he isunable to answer individual let-ters, but he will incorporate themin his column whenever possible.Readers may write him or requestan order form of available healthnewsletters at P.O. Box 536475,Orlando, FL 32853-6475.

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Health & Fitness8 Friday, March 22, 2013 — The Weekender

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(Family Features) Chances areyou've been down the weight loss roadbefore. And chances are just as goodthat you've gained it all back. But don'tdespair; there are ways to avoid thedreaded yo-yo. Harley Pasternak, best-selling author and the go-to trainer forA-list stars, answers some commonquestions about how to lose weight -and the tools needed to keep it off.

What's the biggest mistake peoplemake when it comes to weight loss?

Too many people set unrealisticexpectations from the start. Extremediets don't work. You can't sustain thatkind of deprivation over the long haul,and you're setting yourself up for fail-ure. For sustained weight loss, youneed a diet and exercise plan that youcan maintain. It starts with settingrealistic goals. Check with your doctorfirst, but for most people, losing one totwo pounds a week makes sense.

How should I get started and pickthe right plan?

Instead of starving yourself or risk-ing injury by over-exercising, focus onbeing active throughout the day. Parkyour car farther away from your desti-nation, take the stairs, make socialplans walking distance from home orwork; every step adds up. When decid-ing on a diet plan, do your research. Ibelieve in Shaklee 180 because it isconsistent with what I've been teach-ing my clients for years and is incredi-bly convenient for those of us withbusy lifestyles.

How can I eat healthy when I'm sobusy I don't have time to cook?

Planning ahead is a must if you'regoing to avoid temptation. Spendsome time on Sunday evening prepar-ing simple, healthy meals for the week.Keep staple ingredients like fruits, veg-gies, Greek yogurt, beans and wholegrains like oats and quinoa at home atall times.

What tips or tools I should use tokeep myself on-track and motivat-ed?

I'm a big fan of using technology tostay fit. I like mobile apps, which helptrack calories and exercise. They takethe guesswork out of losing - and makeit more fun because you can getinstant support. One of my newfavorites is the Shaklee180 app, whichincludes meal trackers, recipes, work-outs, nutrition info and inspirationaltips from health and fitness experts.The other cool thing is when you usethe Shaklee app to track your progressyou get the chance to win weeklyprizes. You can learn more about it atwww.shaklee180.com.

I hate to exercise, and gyms aretoo expensive. What can I do?

You don't need to spend hours a dayin the gym to improve your waistline oryour health. As little as 5 minutes a dayof resistance training can helpstrengthen your body. The key is con-sistency and making sure you're physi-cally active throughout the course ofthe day.

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Sports & Recreation 10 Friday, March 22, 2013 — The Weekender

Upcoming eventsEvents may be subject tocancellation and/or earlysign-ups; please checkreferenced website forupdates.

Cycling EventsAmgen Tour of Califor-nia • Palmdale May 12,cityofpalmdale.org.

Cycling GroupsTehachapi MountainTrails Association •Tehachapi Meetsmonthly on the thirdThursday of each monthfrom 6 to 8 p.m. at OldTowne Pizza, 20430Brian Way #5. Info:tehachapitrails.org.

High Desert Cyclists •Lancaster Every Satur-day, 8 a.m. until April 6and every Sunday, 8 a.m.until April 21. Meet atRalph’s, 1696 WestAvenue L. Information:[email protected].

CrossfitCrossfit Tehachapi •Bear Valley SpringsGate pass required. Forinformation call Melissa,858-248-5598 or visitwebsite, crossfitte-hachapi.com.

Indian Hills Crossfit •Tehachapi 207 E. "H"St., 661-972-8936 or300-1517 or see website,indianhillscrossfit.com.

ExerciseJazzercise • TehachapiMonday through Friday,weekly. 8:30 - 9:30 a.m.410 West “D” St. 822-3228, tvrpd.org.

Tai Chi • TehachapiMondays 6:30 - 7:30p.m. 490 West “D” St.822-3228, tvrpd.org.

Yoga Class • TehachapiWeekly on Wednesdays,5:30 p.m. 490 W. “D” St.822-3228, tvrpd.org.

Zumba • TehachapiMondays and Wednes-days 6 - 7 p.m. 126 S.Snyder Ave. 822-3228,tvrpd.org.

Adult Exercise • Cali-fornia City MondaysWednesdays and Fri-days, 8:30 - 9:30 a.m.10350 Heather Ave. 760-373-3530 californiacity-

parksandrec.com

Tai Chi • California CityWednesdays and Fri-days, 9:45 a.m. 10350Heather Ave. 760-373-3530 californiacitypark-sandrec.com

Silver & Strong •Tehachapi Classes willbe ongoing on Wednes-days at 11 a.m. Classesare $40 a month or $7per class. Classes areheld and sign ups avail-able at the TehachapiParks and Rec office,490 W. “D” St. or call822-3228.

Pilates • TehachapiThursdays at 5 p.m.Classes are $40 a monthor $7 per class. Classesare held and sign upsavailable at theTehachapi Parks and Recoffice, 490 W. “D” St.Call 822-3228.

Runs & WalksYokuts Park Fun Runs •Bakersfield Sponsoredby the Bakersfield TrackClub in cooperation withthe Bakersfield Parks &Recreation Dept., free.One, two, three or fivemile runs starting at 7a.m. on the second Sat-urday of each month atYokuts Park, off EmpireDrive, north of the Trux-tun Avenue extension.Info: bakersfieldtrack-club.com.

Run Like the Wind•Tehachapi on Saturday,March 23, TVPRD will behosting this popular onemile, 5k, and 10k raceevents. Proceeds gotoward Jacobsen MiddleSchool’s track team.

Pre-registration is $25prior to March 7 with a t-

shirt. Registration is $30the day of the event.

Races will start at Mon-roe High School, 126 Sny-der St. And Registrationwill be at 9 a.m. withraces beginning at 10a.m.

CASA Rio Bravo 10miler, 5k and 2k • Bak-ersfield on Saturday,April 13 at 7 a.m. at RioBravo Ranch, 15701 Hwy.178. This 4th annualrun/walk promotesawareness of child abusein Kern County and tospark increased commu-nity advocacy for abusedand neglected children.For more informationvisit www.kerncasa.org

Run with the Law • Lan-caster July 6, 7 a.m. 3rdannual Child CancerResearch 5K/10K, Ante-lope Valley Fairgrounds,2551 West Avenue H.Information and sign-up:runwiththelaw.webs.com or active.com.

Self DefenseWomen’s Self-Defenseexercise class • Lan-caster Saturdays, Jan. 5- March 23, 9 - 10 a.m.The Academy of Style,661 W. Lancaster Blvd. 723-6077, cityoflancast-erca.org/recreation.

Youth self-defense •Lancaster Course heldFridays from Jan. 25 -March 29. New studentsages, 4 -7, 4:30 - 5:10p.m.; new students ages8 - 18, 5:15 - 5:55 p.m.Yellow belt ages 4 - 18, 6- 6:40 p.m.; Orange belt,ages 6 - 18, 6:45 - 7:25p.m. 44933 Fern Ave. 723-6077, cityoflancast-erca.org/recreation.

Martial ArtsPAL Judo • StallionSprings, all Tehachapiresidents age 7 and older,Monday and Wendsdaysat 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. atthe Stallion Spring Recre-ation Center, 27850 Stal-lion Springs Dr.

For more information call821-1989.

Northern Shaolin Kung-Fu • Lancaster March 5 -26. All class times are6:30 - 8:30 p.m., 44933Fern Ave. 723-6077, city-oflancasterca.org/recre-ation.

Sword Fighting for Kids• Lancaster Beginners:March 6 -27. Intermedi-ate: March 6 -27. 44933Fern Ave., 723-6077,cityoflancasterca.org/recreation.

Bully Class • TehachapiMay 17, 5 p.m to 6 p.m.Tehachapi Martial ArtsCenter, 20418 Brian Way.823-0621,[email protected].

Combat Hapkido Semi-na • Tehachapi May 18,9a.m. to 3 p.m.Tehachapi Martial ArtsCenter, 20418 Brian Way.823-0621,[email protected].

MotorsportsNational Street Rod

Association • Bakers-field April 26, 8:30 a.m. -8 p.m.; April 27, 8 a.m. - 8p.m.; April 28, 8:30 a.m. -2 p.m. Kern County Fair-grounds, 1142 So. '"P" St.1-547-875-4032, kern-countyfair.com.

Fun Ford Weekend •Famoso May 4 - 5.Famoso Raceway, 33559Famoso Rd. 399-2210,famosoraceway.com.

Nascar • BakersfieldNascar Pro Late Models100, Limited Late Models50, Mini Dwarfs at KernCounty Raceway Park,located off I-5 and EnosLane on April 20.

Info: www.bakersfield-now.com/sports/Kern-County-Raceway-Park-schedule-released-187338081.html#schedule

Super Chevy Show •Famoso May 31 - June 2.Famoso Raceway, 33559Famoso Rd. 399-2210,famosoraceway.com.

Saturday Night Nitro •Famoso June 16, July 14,Sept. 7. Features nitrofunny cars, dragsters,altered and exhibitioncars. Famoso Raceway,33559 Famoso Rd. 399-2210,fomosoraceway.com

Mega Mopar Action •Famoso Oct. 5 -6.Famoso Raceway, 33559Famoso Rd. 399-2210,famosoraceway.com.

ActivitiesThe Vernon Valenzuela“Commit to Life” golftournament • Rio BravoCountry Club o April 15.Proceeds go to KernCounty high school sen-iors to buy caps, gowns,class rings, and year-books, who could other-wise not afford them. Forplayer information andregistration forms visitwww.vvmemorialfoun-dation.org or call 661-368-5756.

Spectator EventsCondors vs. Las VegasWranglers on Friday,March 22 at 7 p.m., atthe Robobank Arena,1001 Truxton Ave. Tick-ets online at bakersfield-condors.com

Condors vs. San Fran-cisco Bulls on SundayMarch 24 at 5 p.m., atthe Robobank Arena,1001 Truxton Ave. Tick-ets online at bakersfield-condors.com

Condors vs. San Fran-cisco Bulls on Saturday,March 30 at 7 p.m., atthe Robobank Arena,1001 Truxton Ave. Tick-ets online at bakersfield-condors.comTO SUBMIT LISTINGS send byemail to: [email protected] or call 823-6360.

The City of Palmdale will host the Stage 3 start of the eight-day Amgen Tour of California on May ThePalmdale to Santa Clarita race will offer a challenging course for the racers, and spectacular viewingfor cycling enthusiasts. Changing direction for the first time in its eight-year history from south tonorth, America’s largest and most prestigious professional cycling stage race, the 2013 tour will bringriders and spectators first-time destinations, unprecedented climbs and demanding sprints on theapproximately 750-mile course. The Stage 3 map, from Palmdale to Santa Clarita, is shown here.

AMGEN: Palmdale toSanta Clarita • May 12

Saturday, March 23Sponsored by Tehachapi Recreation & Parks


The great egg hunt is Saturday, March 30Join Tehachapi Valley Parks & Recreation for a day of family fun

Kids 12 and under are invited to find 2,000 plasticeggs filled with candy hidden around West Park Field.Prize baskets will be given to each child who findsgolden coins. Children can visit with the EasterBunny and have their photo taken for $5. The egghunt is free.

Egg Hunt TimesChildren must bring their own basket to gather

eggs. Hunts will begin on time. Make sure to arriveearly. Adults will not be allowed on the fields exceptfor during the infant to 5 year-old age group.Start times, age, location of hunt:• Up to 2 years, 9:30 a.m., Honey pre-school area• 2 years, 9:50 a.m., Reed Field• 3 years, 10:10 a.m., Honey pre-school area• 4 & 5 years, 10:30 a.m., Mata Field• 6 & 7 years, 10:50 a.m., Reed field• 8 & 9 years, 11:10 a.m., Mata Field• 10 to 12 years , 11:30 a.m., Uli Field

Chick Race ChampionshipsDon’t forget to participate in the Chick Race! This

unique event is great for the whole family. Chicksrace side-by-side down an 8-foot track for the brag-ging rights of the fastest chick in Tehachapi and thewinners’ purse. And don’t worry, plenty of rules are inplace to protect our short legged friends from harm.Chick entry tickets ($20) will be sold at the event.

Where: West Park, 490 W. “D” St. (directions)More information: contact the Tehachapi Valley

Parks & Recreation office 822-3228.

FILE PHOTO BY NICK SMIRNOFF

Youngsters hunt for eggs at Tehachapi’s West Park last year. This year’s egg hunt will be Saturday, March 30.


Santa Clara River Valley Railroad Historical Society celebrating 20th anniversary at ‘Railfest 2013’

BY LINDA LOVENDAHLCONTRIBUTING WRITER

The Santa Clara River ValleyRailroad Historical Society(SCRVRHS), will celebrate its20th anniversary with “Railfest2013” on March 23 and 24 inFillmore’s Central Park, about atwo-hour drive from Tehachapi.

This event has become one ofthe regions’ largest annual rail-road related events. Hours are 9a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. Admis-sion and parking are free.

Railfest 2013 will feature Fill-more & Western Railways’ fullyoperating and restored Baldwin1913 “Consolidation” typesteam locomotive #14. Thislocomotive, a 2-8-0, will bepowering the “Railfest SpecialEvent” train including a caboosewith three train departureseach day of the event.

A daytime diesel train will bepulling a Scenic Excursion trainto Santa Paula. Saturdayevening a diesel powered FamilyMurder Mystery Dinner train

will travel west from Fillmoreand back, departing at 6:30p.m.

Another dinner train on Sat-urday night will be pulled by theBaldwin steam engine and fea-tures a boxed BBQ dinner pro-vided by SCRVRHS. It willdepart Fillmore at 5:30 p.m. andhead east to Piru before return-ing to Fillmore at 8:30 p.m.

These vintage trains will con-sist mostly of traditional pre-1940 heavyweight and alsostreamliner passenger and din-ing cars. Advance tickets for alltrains are available at fwry.comor by calling 805-524-2546.

In addition to train rides, Rail-fest 2013 offers many railroad-related venues such as ‘Speed-er’ rides and informationaldisplays from various railroad-related organizations. There willbe Arts and Crafts booths,Model RR Trains in variousscales and unique food vendorsas well as other entertainment.

Docents will demonstrate the

Society’s vintage 1906 RRTurntable throughout the eventand provide information anddetails about the equipment.The turntable, used to turnaround locomotives and railcars,is one of the first to be installedin California in over 50 years.

Also, the SCRVRHS RailroadVisitor Center, located acrossfrom Fillmore’s Central Park at455 Main Street, will be open. Itcontains many historical rail-road artifacts, a Lionel “0”gauge model-train layout, a giftshop, and a 20-seat digital the-ater with surround sound.

Railfest 2013 will be held inFillmore’s Central Park, cornerof Central Ave. and Main St., 45miles northwest of Los Angelesin Ventura County via CA SR-126, nineteen miles west of I-5and twenty one miles east ofUS-101 in Ventura County.

For more information visit e-mail: [email protected], orwww.scrvrhs.com (805) 524-2546.

Feeding wildlife may actually hurt themQ&As from theCalifornia Dept.of Fish andWildlife

BY CARRIE WILSONCONTRIBUTING WRITER

Question: I have aquestion about feedingraccoons. My good-intentioned neighborputs large pans of dogfood out every night forthe raccoons. We live ina very close communityand the raccoons keepme awake at night withsounds of their fightingover food. They also ven-ture onto my patio tocause more commotionand damage. I've triedeverything to discouragetheir visits - ammonia-soaked rags, cayennepepper, lights, etc. Noth-ing works.

I've tried to talk to myneighbor, telling her it'snot good for wildlife tobe fed by an unnaturalfood source, but sheturns a deaf ear. Arethere laws against feed-ing wildlife? Is there anyother advice you can

give me? (Anonymous)Answer: While feeding

wildlife makes thosepeopledoing sofeel good,in the longrun it isoften tothe detri-ment of

the animal recipients.Although many animalswill eat offered food,temporarily satisfyingtheir hunger, in reality,many human foods lackthe protein and nutrition-al components animalsneed for good health.

So, although yourneighbor may be well-intentioned, she’s actual-ly hurting the wildlife andher neighbors by encour-aging wild animals to gettoo comfortable aroundhumans. When animalsconcentrate around food,they are more likely tospread diseases to eachother and to domesticpets. When wild animalslose their natural fear ofhumans, they can becomevery aggressive. Coyotes,in particular, are well-known for eating small

pets because they do notdifferentiate betweenthe food you leave forthem and other preyitems, like dogs and cats.

People often thinkthey are just feedingcute, furry critters. But ifthey were to put a sur-veillance camera out,they would likely be sur-prised to find out what’sactually eating the foodat night. They wouldprobably be appalled todiscover animals fight-ing over the food, andthat they’re actuallykeeping the neighbor-hood rats fat and happy.

By feeding wildlife,your neighbor may bedisrupting the animals’normal behavior patternsin violation of CaliforniaCode of Regulations(CCR) Title 14, section251.1. There may also bea local ordinance thatbans feeding of somewild animals. Los Ange-les County, for example,has an ordinance thatprohibits feeding of“non-domesticatedmammalian predators,including but not limitedto, coyotes, raccoons,

foxes and opossums.”Feeding raccoons also

presents a real humanhealth risk. Raccoons arefrequent carriers of apotentially fatal humanpathogen, raccoon round-worm, Baylisascaris pro-cyonis. This roundwormis transmitted throughcontact with the feces ofraccoons and has causedfatalities in humans,including toddlers whowill put raccoon feces intheir mouths.

For more information,please go to:www.cdph.ca.gov/healthinfo/discond/Docu-ments/RaccoonRound-worms.pdf.

How often to checkhoop nets?

Question: When fish-ing my hoop nets in theriver or ocean, how oftendo I need to check them?

Answer: Hoop nets

are required to bechecked at intervals notto exceed two hours (CCRTitle 14, section 29.80).The owner of the hoopnet or the person whoplaced the hoop net intothe water must raise thehoop net to the surfaceand inspect the contentsof the hoop net at inter-vals not to exceed twohours (CCR Title14, sec-tion 29.80(b)). Any hoopnet abandoned or leftunchecked for more thantwo hours may be consid-ered abandoned and maybe seized by any personauthorized to enforcethese regulations.

Using trout for bait?Question: Can you

please clarify whethertrout can be used in Cali-fornia waters as bait?(Andrew G.)

Answer: Trout maynot be used for bait.Statewide bait-fish regu-lations for all inland fish-ing districts begin with,"Except as providedbelow, live or dead finfish shall not be used orpossessed for use as bait. . ." (CCR Title 14, sec-

tions 4.00-4.30.) There-fore, if the species is notspecifically authorized inthat section, it may notbe used for bait. Eventhough trout are notspecifically prohibitedfrom being use as bait inthe law, neither are theyspecifically authorized,and are therefore includ-ed in the general prohibi-tion against using (any)live or dead finfish.

In addition, there areonly two districts (Valleyand South Central)where any species of fin-fish that is lawfully takenmay be used for bait.However, trout andsalmon are specificallyexcluded (CCR Title 14,section 4.20(d)). This isthe provision thatauthorizes the use ofbluegill for taking stripedbass in the Delta. CARRIE WILSON is a marine envi-ronmental scientist with the Cali-fornia Department of Fish andWildlife. While she cannot person-ally answer everyone’s questions,she will select a few to answereach week in this column. Pleasecontact her [email protected].

Journey

PHOTO COURTESY OF SANTA CLARA RIVER VALLEY RAILROAD HISTORICAL SOCIETY

The renovated 1913 Baldwin Steam Locomotive #14 is just one of the pieces ofrailroad history you can see during “Railfest 2013.”

Fish & Wildlife

(Family Features) The ingredients for an easyweekend breakfast or a special Easter brunchmay be in your pantry right now. Holidays arethe perfect time to sprinkle additional creativityor fresh new thinking into meals for family andfriends and - by using staples like pancake mix,syrup and instant mashed potatoes in unexpect-ed ways - you can craft new and delicious dishessure to make everyone smile.

Try these recipes from Hungry Jack® using simplepantry staples, and turn them into what will becomenew brunch favorites:

• Put a unique spin on brunch food with a savoryHam, Egg and Cheese Pizza.

• Pancake Breakfast Sandwiches: You can assem-ble them for your guests, or get everyone involved byletting them build their own and add some customtouches like eggs, cheese or bacon.

• Combine sweet, spicy and smoky flavors forSpicy Candied Bacon, a definite crowd pleaser.

• Set out some flavored or Greek yogurt and a bowlof Good Morning Granola so guests can create theirown breakfast parfaits.

• For more creative recipes and ideas, visitwww.hungryjack.com.

Spicy Candied BaconYield: 6 slicesPrep Time: 5 minutesCook Time: 25 minutes• 1/2 pound extra-thick cut bacon, about 6 slices• 1/4 cup Hungry Jack Original Syrup• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon• 1/8 teaspoon cracked black pepper

1. HEAT oven to 375F. Line 15 x 10-inch baking panwith foil. Lay bacon slices on foil.

2. BAKE 18 to 20 minutes or until bacon edgesbegin to curl. Remove from oven. Tilt pan to drain.Pat bacon with paper towel. Combine syrup, cayennepepper, cinnamon and pepper in small bowl. Drizzleevenly over bacon slices.

3. BAKE 5 minutes or until evenly browned.Remove to wire rack. Cool 5 minutes.

Serving suggestion: Candied Bacon BreakfastSandwich: Layer fried egg on English muffin. Topwith shredded cheese, Spicy Candied Bacon and adash of hot sauce or ketchup. Top with other half ofEnglish muffin.

Pancake Breakfast SandwichYield: 4 servingsPrep Time: 15 minutesCook Time: 15 minutes

Pancakes:• Crisco® Original No-Stick Cooking Spray• 3/4 cup Hungry Jack Complete Buttermilk Pancake& Waffle Mix • 1/3 cup water• 1/4 cup Hungry Jack Original Syrup• 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese• 1 cup frozen shredded hash brown potatoes,

thawed, chopped into bite-sized pieces• 1/4 teaspoon salt• Four 3-inch round sausage patties*

Eggs:• 1 tablespoon butter• 1/3 cup diced red pepper• 4 large eggs• 1/8 teaspoon salt

For pancakes:1. COAT griddle or skillet with no-stick cooking

spray. Heat griddle or skillet on medium heat (350F).

2. WHISK pancake mix, water and syrup in mediumbowl. Stir in cheese, potatoes and 1/4 teaspoon salt.Cook sausage patties as directed on package.

3. POUR 2 tablespoons batter on griddle, spreadingbatter to make a 3-inch circle or by using 3-inch pan-cake molds, coated with no-stick cooking spray.Repeat to make 7 more pancakes. Cook 2 minutes oruntil golden brown. Turn. Cook second side 2 min-utes.

For eggs:1. MELT butter in large skillet. Add red pepper.

Cook and stir about 1 minute. Whisk eggs and salt insmall bowl. Pour into skillet with peppers. Cookslightly, then shape into four 3-inch circles about thesame size as the pancakes and sausage.

2. PLACE one pancake on plate. Top with cookedsausage patty, egg and another pancake to makebreakfast sandwich. Repeat with remaining ingredi-ents to make 3 more sandwiches.

*TIP: If using pre-made sausage patties, flattenslightly into 3-inch rounds, if necessary.

Ham, Egg and Cheese PizzaYield: 8 servingsPrep Time: 15 minutesCook Time: 35 minutes

Crust: • Crisco® Original No-Stick Cooking Spray• One 3/4 cups Hungry Jack Complete Buttermilk

Pancake & Waffle Mix • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese• 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder• 1/3 cup water• 2 tablespoons Crisco Pure Olive Oil

Filling: • 3 large eggs• 1 cup sour cream• 1 tablespoon Dijonmustard •1 1/2 teaspoons freshdill weed or 1/2 teaspoondried

dill weed • 1/4 teaspoon salt • 1 cup shredded Swissor cheddar cheese• 1/3 cup thinly sliced green onion• 4 ounces thinly sliced deli-styled baked ham,coarsely chopped fresh dill sprig (optional)

For crust:1. HEAT oven to 425F. Coat 12-inch pizza pan with

no-stick cooking spray. Combine pancake mix,Parmesan cheese, dry mustard and onion powder inmedium bowl, stirring until blended. Stir in water andolive oil until dough forms.

2. PRESS dough onto bottom of prepared pan toform a crust, building up outside edge to form a rim.Bake 7 minutes.

For filling:1. WHISK eggs, sour cream, Dijon mustard, dill and

salt in medium bowl. Stir in cheese and green onions.Pour over hot crust, spreading evenly. Toss ham toseparate pieces. Sprinkle evenly over egg mixture.Reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees F. Bake 20to 25 minutes or until egg mixture is set in center.Cool 5 minutes before cutting. Garnish with freshdill, if desired.

Good Morning GranolaYield: 5 cups Prep Time: 10 minutesCook Time: 30 minutes• 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats• 1 cup sliced almonds• 1/2 cup shredded sweetened coconut (optional)• 2 tablespoons wheat germ• 1/2 teaspoon salt• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon• 2 tablespoons Crisco Pure Vegetable Oil• 1/2 cup Hungry Jack Sugar Free Breakfast Syrup• 2 tablespoons firmly packed brown sugar• 1 cup dried fruit, such as raisins, golden raisins,

cherries or cranberries1. HEAT oven to 350F.2. COMBINE oats, almonds, coconut, wheat germ,

salt and cinnamon in large bowl. Combine oil, syrupand brown sugar in another bowl. Pour over oat mix-ture. Toss until well coated. Spread evenly in 13 x 9-inch pan.

3. BAKE 30 minutes or until golden brown, stirringfrequently. Cool completely. Stir in dried fruit. Storein airtight container at room temperature.

Source: Hungry Jack

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(Family Features) Delicious taste,beautiful colors, packed with healthynutrients - what's not to love aboutfresh fruit? And with fresh fruits avail-able all year long, you can enjoy themin mouthwatering, healthy meals anytime you want.

These satisfying fresh fruit saladsshowcase the flavors and healthy ben-efits of Chilean fresh fruit. Here aresome of the reasons eating fresh fruitis so good for you:

• Adding the bright colors of freshfruit to your plate can help lower yourrisk of heart disease, cancer andAlzheimer's. That's because the richcolors found in brightly colored fruitsand vegetables indicate the presenceof powerful natural protectors calledphytonutrients and antioxidants.

• Scientific evidence has shown thateating whole fruit is best for optimalnutrition benefits rather than takingsupplements to provide each nutrientseparately.

• Fresh fruits can satisfy a sweettooth without adding unhealthy fat orexcessive calories to your diet. That'sbecause fruits contain naturally occur-ring sugars suspended in a naturalhealthy matrix of calorie-free plantfibers and water. They help you fill upwithout filling out.

Since it's summer in Chile when it'swinter here, fresh fruits such asgrapes, blueberries, peaches, plumsand kiwi can be added to recipes likethese all year. For more recipes, visitwww.fruitsfromchile.com

Spinach Salad with fresh Grapes,Plums, Peaches and Kiwis

Serves 6• 4 cups washed baby spinach• 1/2 cup red grapes

• 1/2 cup green grapes• 2 plums sliced • 1 peach sliced• 2 kiwis sliced for garnish• 1/2 cup toasted almondsPlace spinach and sliced fruit in a

salad bowl and toss with kiwi vinai-grette. Garnish with additional fruitpieces and top with toasted almonds.

Kiwi Vinaigrette• 3 kiwis peeled and chopped• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar• 3 tablespoons orange juice• 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard• 2-3 tablespoons olive oil• 1 tablespoon agave or honey• salt and black pepper to tastePlace all ingredients in a food

processor or blender and blend untilsmooth. Set aside.

Salmon, Fresh Chilean Blueberries and Lemon Salad withChive Vinaigrette

Serves 4• 8 cups salad greens, in small

pieces• 1 pound salmon fillet, poached• 1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries• Lemon zest to garnishVinaigrette:• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice• 1/2 cup olive oil• 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar• Salt and pepper to taste• 1 tablespoon fresh chivesDivide salad greens on four salad

plates. Tear salmon into mediumpieces and arrange on greens.Sprinkleon blueberries. Top with lemon zest. Ina jar with a lid, add all vinaigrette ingre-dients. Shake well. Serve salads chilledwith the dressing alongside.Source: Chilean Fresh Fruit Association

Savor a satisfying fresh fruit salad

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• Grill over indirect heat. This allows theham to heat evenly, without burning.

• Score the ham. Scoring (diagonal cutsabout 1 inch apart on the surface of theham) not only looks more appealing, butit allows both the natural juices and theglaze to penetrate and flavor the meat.

• Use an instant-read thermometer.Heat pre-cooked (or cured) ham untilthe internal temperature reaches 140F.Cook fresh uncooked ham until theinternal temperature reaches 145F, fol-lowed by a 3-minute rest. When insert-ed into the thickest part of the meat(without touching any bone), the tem-perature should register within a fewseconds.

Grilling Tips from theNational Pork Board

(Family Features) Looking to put adelicious twist on your Easter meal?Try cooking ham on the grill.

It's easy to fire up your feast withthis Spiced Grilled Ham with CitrusGlaze recipe. A flavor powerhouse,ham can be prepared in multiple ways,complementing a variety of dishes andflavors that fit into any Easter celebra-tion and beyond. Surround it withsavory sides like Roasted Potatoeswith Bacon and Goat Cheese or Hamand Peas with Mint and Tarragon for atruly mouthwatering meal. And, don'tturn that grill off just yet, because nofired-up Easter feast would be com-plete without a sweet and smokydessert that's also fresh off the grill -Caramel Frozen Yogurt Pie with GrilledPeaches.

You can find more Easter recipes,helpful tips and nutrition informa-tion at porkbeinspired.com.

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The Better BusinessBureau has dubbedthese human cockroach-es "Storm Chasers"because they creep outof the woodwork afterevery major storm or dis-aster. In fact, becausefraud was so widespreadafter Hurricane Katrina,the Department of Jus-tice created the NationalCenter for DisasterFraud, a central informa-tion clearinghouse formore than 20 federalagencies where peoplecan report suspectedfraudulent activities tiedto disasters of all types.

One common scam iswhere supposed repairworkers blitz impactedneighborhoods, hopingto ensnare frazzledhomeowners. Their typi-cal line is, "We're reallyslammed but with a cashdeposit you can ensure aspot on our busy sched-ule." Or, they'll scarepeople into thinking theirhome is dangerouslyunsafe, sometimes actu-ally creating damageduring their "inspec-tion."

Often, these StormChasers just take themoney and run. Or, ifthey do show up andmake repairs, their workor materials are shoddy.This could leave you onthe hook financiallysince your homeownersinsurance probablywon't cover unautho-rized or fraudulentrepairs.

Here are a few tipsfrom the Better BusinessBureau to avoid becom-ing a Storm Chaser vic-tim:

Ask your insurancecompany about what'scovered under your poli-cy and specific filingrequirements. Also ask

them to survey the dam-age and see whetherthey have approved con-tractors.

Never hire a laborer orcontractor on the spot.Get at least three esti-mates based on thesame specifications andmaterials. Check theirreferences, licensing andregistration informationwith the National Associ-ation of State Contrac-tors Licensing Agencies(www.nascla.org/licens-ing_information); alsoread reviews posted bythe Better BusinessBureau.

Require written con-tracts that specify workto be done, materials tobe used, start and enddates, responsibility forhauling away debris, andcosts broken down bylabor and materials. Veri-fy that the contractor'sname, address, phonenumber and licensenumber are included, aswell as any verbal prom-ises and warranties.

Read the fine print.Some shady contractsinclude clauses allowingsubstantial cancellationfees if you choose not touse the contractor afteryour insurance companyhas approved the claim.Others require you to paythe full price if you can-cel after the cancellationperiod has expired.

Ask your contractor toprovide proof of current

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You'll probably beasked to pay an upfrontdeposit to cover initialmaterials – one-quarterto one-third is reason-able upon delivery ofmaterials to your homeand once work begins.

Never pay in full inadvance, and don't paycash. Have the contractspecify a schedule forreleasing payments, andbefore making the finalpayment, ask the con-tractor to provide proofthat all subcontractorshave been paid – if not,you could be liable fortheir fees.

And finally, rememberthe adage, "If it soundstoo good to be true, itprobably is." If someoneuses high-pressure salestactics, requires full pay-ment upfront, asks youto get necessary permitsor offers to shave costsby using leftover materi-als from another job –run. They're potentiallydisastrous to your bot-tom line – and you'vebeen through one disas-ter already.

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(NewsUSA) - Pets, like humans, have been anxiouslywaiting for warm weather to play outdoors and enjoynature. However, pet owners should prepare for a pestbattle unlike in previous years as hungry ticks, fleasand mosquitoes await their prey -- of the two- or four-legged kind.

"Pet owners should take special care to protect theirpets from ticks, fleas and mosquitoes this season,"says Missy Henriksen, vice president of public affairsfor the National Pest Management Association(NPMA). "Always inspect animals' coats thoroughlyafter they spend time outdoors."

Due to several factors, such as the low acorn crop in2011, the biting trio are out in full force this year, andthey may bring their not-so friendly diseases withthem. Cats and dogs are susceptible to heartwormtransmitted by mosquitoes, which can lead to lung andheart disease. Most pet owners know ticks are carriersof Lyme disease, but pet owners must also familiarizethemselves with Rocky Mountain spotted fever andtick paralysis. The latter usually occurs when a tick

Critters Corner

Pet owners beware: Pests are poised for attack

See PROTECT • Page 18

Spiced Grilled Ham with Citrus Glaze

Prep Time: 15 minutesCook Time: 1 1/2 to 2 hoursYield: 12 to 14 (4-ounce) servings

6 to 7-pound fully-cooked bone-inham, trimmed1tablespoon ground coriander1 tablespoon ground paprika1 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground cloves1/4 cup lemon marmalade (orother citrus marmalade)2 tablespoons orange juice2 tablespoons packed brownsugar

Preheat gas or charcoal grill tomedium-hot (375F to 425F). Pre-pare grill for indirect cooking: Forgas grill, turn off center burner;for charcoal grill, bank coals oneither side; place a drip pan undergrate between heat sources.

Score a diamond pattern into ham,about 1/8 inch deep into any fat. Insmall bowl, combine coriander,paprika, cumin, cinnamon andcloves. Rub spice mixture over allsides of ham. Place ham, flat sidedown, in center of grill over drippan. Cover and cook, adding bri-quettes as necessary to maintainheat, until internal temperature ofham reaches 140∞F, 1 1/2 to 2hours or 15 to 18 minutes perpound.

Meanwhile, in small bowl, com-bine marmalade, orange juice andsugar.

Brush marmalade mixture overham. Cover and grill 5 minutes,until glaze is lightly caramelized.Remove ham from grill, transfer tocutting board, and let rest 15 to 30minutes.

(Oven-roasting instructions canbe found atwww.porkbeinspired.com.)

Caramel Frozen Yogurt Pie with Grilled Peaches

Prep Time: 20 minutesCook Time: 15 minutesYield: 8 to 10 servings

2 pints premium vanilla frozenyogurt1 9-inch prepared graham crackerpie crust, or 8 individual grahamcracker pie crusts1 1/4 cups caramel sauce, store-bought

2 tablespoons butter, melted2 tablespoons dark brown sugar6 ripe medium sized peaches,halved and pitted

Transfer 1 pint of frozen yogurtfrom freezer to refrigerator tosoften for 30 to 40 minutes.

Preheat oven to 375F. Bake piecrust until lightly browned andcrisp, about 10 minutes. Set asideto cool.

To assemble pie, spread softenedyogurt evenly over pie crust. Placein freezer and chill about 1 hour.When firm, spread about 3/4 cupcaramel evenly over frozenyogurt.

Return pie to the freezer, andtransfer second pint of frozenyogurt to refrigerator. Allow pintto soften for 30 to 40 minutes.

Spread second pint of yogurtevenly over caramel, making dec-orative swirls, if possible. Freezeuntil firm. Remove from freezer 10minutes before serving.

To grill peaches, prepare mediumfire in a charcoal grill or preheatgas grill on medium. Melt butterand stir in brown sugar until dis-solved. Toss peaches with buttermixture until well coated.

Grill peaches directly over medi-um fire, cut-side up, until grillmarks are visible, about 5 min-utes. Turn peaches over and grilluntil grill marks show and peach-es are tender, about 4 minuteslonger. Set aside to cool. Whencool, cut peaches into thickwedges.

When ready to serve, cut pie intowedges and serve with peacheson the side. Drizzle a little ofremaining caramel sauce over top.

Roasted Potatoes with Bacon and Goat Cheese

Prep Time: 10 minutesCook Time: 40 minutesYield: 6 servings

1/2 pound bacon, sliced12 small red potatoes, halved Oliveoil1/2 cup sour cream1/4 cup goat cheese, plain4 tablespoons green onions, sliced1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated3 tablespoons dill, snipped, plusdill for garnish1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt

1/4 teaspoon pepper

Heat oven to 450F.

In large skillet, cook bacon overmedium heat, turning to brownevenly, until crisp. Blot bacon onpaper towels, mince and set aside.

Brush cut surfaces of potatoeslightly with olive oil. Place potatohalves cut side up on a shallowrimmed baking pan; bake untilpotatoes are tender and faces ofpotatoes are lightly browned,about 20 to 30 minutes.

Meanwhile, in small bowl mashtogether sour cream and goatcheese, stir in minced bacon,onion, Parmesan, dill, salt andpepper.

Top each potato with a spoonful,about 2 teaspoons, of sour creammixture. Serve warm.

Make-Ahead Tip: Roast potatoesbefore guests arrive; keep warm inthe oven. Top with cheese mixturebefore serving.

Ham and Peas with Mint and Tarragon

Prep Time: 10 minutesCook Time: 10 minutesYield: 4 to 6 servings

4 ounces cooked ham, cut into1/4-inch dice3 cups peas, fresh or frozen3 tablespoons unsalted butter (1/2stick) cut into 4 to 6 pieces1/4 cup fresh mint, coarselychopped, plus sprigs for garnish2 tablespoons fresh tarragon,coarsely chopped, plus sprigs forgarnish

Salt and pepper to taste

Bring medium saucepan of well-salted water to a boil over highheat. Add peas and cook until ten-der, 3 to 8 minutes depending onsize of peas.

Drain peas, reserving 2 table-spoons cooking water. Returnpeas and cooking water tosaucepan. Add ham, butter, mint,and tarragon, stirring until buttermelts. Season with salt and pep-per.

Transfer to bowl, garnish withmint and tarragon sprigs, andserve.

Source: National Pork Board


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To adopt/meet sweetSnuggles into your heartand forever home, pleasecall Glorianna at 661-300-0666 or 821-1843,pronto. How about it?

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with kids and dogs. I livewith my friend Gruff,who is also looking for ahome, but it would be okfor us to be adopted byourselves since he kindof bullies me.

I'm a good weed eaterjust looking for a placewith weeds and nicepeople to care for me.

For more informationabout me or availableanimals contact theTehachapi Humane Soci-ety at 823-0699 or visitwww.tehachapihu-mane.petfinder.org.

Sister Bertrille

Sister BertrilleMeet Sister Bertrille

aka the Flying Nun. Shewas in the shelter fortwo weeks after beingfound astray wanderingthe streets. She is justover 5 lbs and quite thinas her legs are very longwith a sleek body. Somehave said a "deer typebody, some have saidfoal,” either way, she issleek and graceful.

She has an enormousunderbite with giantears, thus being call Sis-ter Bertrille from the Fly-ing Nun. She adaptedpretty quickly to her newenvironment and was

unfased by the otherdogs at her foster'shome. She likes to followyou around and will siton your lap. She has alotof energy and loves torun and play. ContactHave a Heart HumaneSociety for more infor-mation at 661-750-2261.

Rescue GroupContacts

• Tehachapi HumaneSociety - 823-0699,21600 Golden Star,Tehachapi. Visit the THSwebsite atwww.tehachapihu-mane.petfinder.org.

• Have a HeartHumane Society Society-750-2261, 1121 W. ValleyBlvd., Tehachapi. Seeadoptable dogs atwww.haveahearthu-manesociety.org.

• Save Tehachapi’sOrphaned Pets (STOP)-823-4100,[email protected], 785 Tucker Road,Tehachapi. Visit theSTOP website atwww.thestoppers.org.

• Marley’s Mutts DogRescue- Call Zach at 972-3852 or visit www.mar-leysmutts.com.

• Doberman PinscherSOS-886-1721. Visit theDobie SOS website atwww.dobiesos.net.

PET & RESCUE NEWS runs regular-ly in the Tehachapi News Week-ender. The deadline for submis-sions is at noon each Wednesdayfor the following week’s paper.Send submissionsto:[email protected] more information call AntonyEarley, 823-6370.

Pet & Rescue

Protect your pets from pestsattaches too closely to a dog's spine,causing respiratory problems and, insevere cases, death. Fleas aren't anysafer as their saliva can transfer anemia,dermatitis and tapeworms.

"Fleas are known for their quickbreeding capabilities, and a handful onyour pet can quickly turn into hundredsin your home if left unchecked,"explains Henriksen. "Their small sizeand mobility make it impossible todetect them on surfaces such as carpetsand linens."

Protect the health of your belovedpets and your family by trusting somekey pest prevention tips from the NPMA:

• Avoid walking through tall grass orthick, low-growing vegetation with yourpets.

• Bathe pets regularly to detect pests

and get rid of them. If you have a long-haired animal, brush their fur to keeptrack of any pest activity.

• Vacuum and wash pet bedding andtoys often, especially if you notice orsuspect fleas.

• Pay attention to excessive scratch-ing, licking or nibbling behavior in yourpets.

• Talk to your veterinarian aboutoptions to protect your animals, likeheartworm or anti-flea and -tick medi-cines.

• If you discover a pest problem, con-tact a local pest professional immedi-ately to determine if the pest problemhas occurred as a result of an infestationin and around your home. If you'reunsure of where to find a credible,licensed pest control expert, use thelocator tool at www.pestworld.org.


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WWOR SH I POR SH I P DD I R E C TORYI R E C TORY

Worship at the church of your choice Please call 822-6828 to be included in this directory.

GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERANCHURCH AND PRESCHOOL

329 S. Mill Street Church Phone: 822-6817 School Phone: 823-7740

Senior Pastor: Rev. Daniel T. Alsop, Sunday Worship at 8:30 & 11:00 a.m.

Preschool Director: Ulla Bennett, Six Weeks Through Age 5, 6AM to 6PM

TEHACHAPI COMMUNITY CONGREGATIONAL CHURCHUnited Church of Christ

A Progressive Christian Church

822-4443100 E. “E” St. (disability access)

10:30am Worship & Sunday School

Wednesday ScheduleAdult & Youth Bible Study

6:00PM

First Baptist ChurchFirst Baptist Church1049 South Curry Street 822-3138

fbctehachapi.org

Sunday ScheduleBible Study for all ages - 9:30 AM

Worship - 10:45 AM

Team Kid - 6:00 PMPastor’s Bible Study - 6:00 PM

Sunday School: 9:00 a.m.Sunday Worship: 10:15 a.m.Thursday Fellowship Group: 6:30 p.m.

20413 Brian Way • (661) [email protected]

www.TehachapiSovereignGraceChurch.org

Tehachapi Valley United Methodist ChurchOpen Hearts, Open Minds, Open Doors - Pastor David Ofahengaue

661-822-1440 • 20400 Backes Ln. - Corner of Schout & Backes

Traditional Worship 9:30Contemporary Worship 11:00www.tehachapiumc.org

St. Malachy Roman Catholic ChurchFather Michael Cox

Mill & West E. St. | 822-3060 | Office: 407 West E St. | [email protected] Mass 12:00 Noon

Masses: Saturday ........................5:30 p.m.Sunday...........................8:00 & 10 a.m.Confessions Saturday ......4:00-5:00 p.m.

Where Love and Joy AboundWorship Service Time: Sun. 10:00 a.m.

Child care available

Cummings Valley Elementary School

24220 Bear Valley Road

[email protected]

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Knowing the Shepherd and making Him known

Seventh-day Adventist Church20335 Woodford-Tehachapi Rd., Tehachapi 93561

Between (Schout and Highline) • (661) 822-1174

Pastor Erwin Joham

SATURDAYWorship11 AM

SabbathSchool

9:30 AM

Tehachapi Mountain Vineyard

a welcoming place for a new beginning

Sunday Worship 9am & 11am

Full Children’s Ministry at both services

MS & HS Youth Group at 11am

New Location At:502 East Pinon • 822-9313

An associate fellowship of the Desert Vineyard, Lancaster, CAwww.desertvineyard.org

Senior Pastor Michael ClarkThursday Service: 7:00 PMSunday Service 9:00 AM & 10:45 AMSunday School and Nursery

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Grand Jury has no recomendations for Rosamond Community Services DistrictThe Kern County

Grand Jury recentlyreleased a report of itsLaw and Justice Commit-tee.

The committe visitedthe Rosamond Commu-nity Services District onOct. 9, 2012, meetingwith the district’s gener-al manager. The commit-tee reviewed agendasand minutes for April,June, July, and August of2012, an independentauditor’s report for 2011and 2012, CaliforniaFrom 700 documentsand information from theonline website. The lastreport on the Rosamond

Community ServicesDistrict was completedin 2002-2003.

The mission of theRCSD is to provide safedrinking water thatmeets or exceeds all ofthe state and federalgovernment standards;maintain a sewage treat-ment facility that dispos-es of waste in an effec-tive and efficient mannerand provide sufficientstreet lighting to thecommunity. In 1966 thecitizens of Rosamondvoted to create the Rosa-mond Community Serv-ices District (RCSD) forthe purpose of providing

water for domestic, irri-gation and fire flow use,collection and treatmentof waste and stormwaters and for the main-tenance of street lights.In 1998 the voters addedtwo additional powers,graffiti abatement andparks and recreation tothose originallyapproved in 1966. At thetime the original districtwas approved a bondissue was authorized bythe voters. A portion ofthe funds from the bondissue were used to builda waste collection andtreatment system andtwo evaporation ponds.

Additional monies fromthe bond were used topurchase a local privatewater company and tomake needed improve-ments to the water sys-tem. Repayment of thebonds was completed in2003.

Prior to 1982 the Dis-trict had approximately600 accounts and activi-ties were handled byfour full-time and onepart-time employee.Today the districtemploys 17 full timeemployees and two part-time employees andmanages over 5,000accounts. The budget

crunch of 2008-2009caused a reduction instaff to 17 from approxi-mately 40-45 previouslyemployed.

The Rosamond Com-munity Services District,Board of Directors meeton the second and thefourth Wednesdays ofthe month. Board mem-bers are compensated$147 per meeting.

The Grand Jury com-mittee found that theRCSD posts agendas onsite, online and at theCounty Library next doorto the district. The Gen-eral Manager stated thefocus of the board is to

stablilize the district, thecore mission and estab-lish fiscal balance toachieve a better financialposition.

The RCSD has updatedaccounting, asset man-agement, tracking fowork orders, and hasonline billing. A kiosk topay bills onsite is locatedat the district building aswell as a drive-thru win-dow. There is also a dropbox for bill payment at thedistrict office. All of theboard members receivedethics training and are incompliance with Form700 information.

See ROSAMOND CSD• Page 20

What ever happenedto projects that wereapproved by the City ofTehachapi but have dis-appeared from theradar? City CommunityDevelopment Director

David James providedupdates on the followingprojects: O'Reilly Auto Parts

Was approved by thePlanning Commission onJune 13 of last year to be

built next to the Bank ofthe West on TuckerRoad. James said theirpermit is ready, but theyhave been asking forextensions.

“The most recent

extension was justrequested,” he said. “Itwill be their last exten-sion; we wouldn't beable to extend it any fur-ther. This extension is forsix months. I'm assum-

ing they'll try to forgeahead.”Dollar General Market

The one to be built onTucker Rd. just south ofthe Dollar Tree wasapproved by the Plan-ning Commission on Jan.14, 2013. According toJames, “they have sub-mitted their plans withinthe past week and theirrequest for permit is inthe works.”What about Walmart?

James said currentlythe Walmart response isvery preliminary.

“We do have a sched-ule worked out. Theamended EIR documentis scheduled to be circu-lated for public review inlate March to mid April,”he added. “We then havea 45-day waiting periodfor responses.”

From there it will fol-low normal protocol calland go back to the Plan-ning Commission, andthen to the TehachapiCity Council if appealed.

Walmart was original-ly approved by the CityPlanning Commission onJan. 31, 2011. On Feb. 10,2011, an appeal wasfiled, sending the matterto the City Council . OnMay 19, 2012, the CityCouncil rejected the

appeal and approvedWalmart. On June 17,2011, Tehachapi First, anorganization that grewout of opposition to theproposed Walmart store,filed a lawsuit challeng-ing the approval of theapproval

At a hearing held onApril 27, 2012 in KernCounty SuperiorCourt,Judge KennethTwisselman found theEIR to be deficient ontwo of 24 issues and thatone of the findings con-cerning cumulative traf-fic impacts was alsodeficient.

The court issued ajudgement and Writ ofMandate, whichinstructed the city tostep back and set asideits approval of the Wal-mart EIR and the relatedfindings as well as thesite plan review.

At its regular meetingon Aug. 20, 2012, theTehachapi City Counciladopted a resolution set-ting aside the certifica-tion of the Walmart Envi-ronmental ImpactReport and relatedactions taken on May 19,2011.

Since then the city hasbeen working on amend-ing the EIR.


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The RCSD currently maintains nine wells, a tertiarywaste water treatment facility, two parks, graffitiremoval, 16 evaporation ponds, water banking andover 550 street lights. The district also handles Parksand Recreation and receives a small amount of fund-ing (through the tax base) to maintain the pool atWilliford Park.

The district had been working in deficit when theGM was hired 18 months ago. The RCSD is an Enter-prise District and does not have a general fund to paydebts. Instead, expenditures that exceed monies onhand are taken from reserves to pay.

The Rosamond Community Services District islooking at solar power for the wastewater treatmentplant and hopes to gain a $7 million savings to thedistrict over a 25 year period. The graffiti removal isprovided at no cost to the customer. The district hasa public works truck equipped with a high pressurecompressed air system able to remove the graffitiwithout damage to property.

RCSD had not performed an inventory count oncapital assets since 2007. In the June 2012 fiscalaudit a formal procedure of inventory count waslacking. The district, however established a formalschedule for a year-end inventory count and hasacquired software to implement the inventorycounts. The June 2012 fiscal audit shows the districtis managed responsibly and is not in deficit.

The Grand Jury committee at this time had norecomendations for the Rosamond Community Serv-ices District.


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BEAUTIFUL LOCATION Very nice 3BR/ 2BA, apprx 1,366 sq.ft. home overlooking the Bear Valley Springs golf course. Open living area with fireplace and vaulted ceilings. Generously sized bedrooms. On natural gas and sewer. Come see! $159,500 #9966024

CUTEST CABIN! With major mountain charm! 2BR/1BA, apprx. 1,040 sq.ft., Creatively remodeled with new laminate flooring throughout; new drywall, fresh paint, new granite counters in kitchen & bathroom; new cabinets, dishwasher & stove in kitchen., sep. laundry rm w/large storage, & newer roof. Wow! What a gem! $125,000 #9966117

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SO NICE AND MOVE-IN READY! 3BR.2BA, apprx. 1,552 sq.ft. home featuring granite counters in kitchen, open living area with brick fireplace & vaulted ceilings. All this is situated on a 1.17 acre lot with majestic Oak trees and beautiful views. $225,000 #9966059

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SO NICE! Here’s a great 3BR/2.5BA, apprx 1,904 sq.ft. home on a large corner lot. Quality upgrades throughout. Each bedroom has a walk-in closet and cable. Spacious interior includes a large open kitchen w/ granite counters, LG dining area, living room, fully fenced rear yard and large covered patio. $219,900 #9966014

BEAUTIFUL VIEWS & OAKS! 3BR/2BA, apprx 2,135 sq.ft., built in 2006 sits on 1.94 acres with spacious great room w/ vaulted ceilings, skylights, surround sound & fireplace. Kitchen opens to great room and has granite counters, center island, skylight and pantry. Exterior composite deck, RV parking & circle driveway. $419,000 #9966111

SWEET DEAL! 2BR/1BA home, apprx 1,116 sq.ft on a corner lot in Tehachapi City. Recently remodeled with newer sinks, faucets, wall heater, flooring, water heater, range. Bonus room could be used as a family room or bedroom since it has a closet. Very clean. Come see! $97,000 #9965702

CUTE HOME ON CULDE-SAC! 3BR/ 1.75BA, Fireplace with insert, kitchen open to dining area. Wonderfully, freshly painted interior. Back yard is two tiered, perfect for a large garden and 2 outside sheds! Enjoy! $115,000 #9965643

MUST SEE! 3BR/2BA, apprx. 1,953 sq.ft. home, very well-maintained w/ lots of amenities incl. granite counters in kitch. & bath., built-in stainless steel kitchen appl., pantry, stacked stone fireplace, custom cabinetry & slate patio! $379,900 #9965122

OWNER MAY CARRY OWNER MAY CARRY on this gorgeous 3BR/2BA Log Cabin home located on 1.72 acres. Featuring a stone stack fireplace in the LR, jetted tub in master BR & wonderful loft. Relax and enjoy the beautiful pines and scenery from the deck! $219,900 #9965217

GOLFER’S DREAM! Beautiful 3BR/2BA, apprx. 1,938sq. ft. custom home on golf course at the 5th fairway near green, with mountain views. Lots of natural light through generous windows! Also on sewer and natural gas! $259,900 #9964993

HOME SWEET HOME! This 3BR/2BA, apprx. 1,568 home has many upgrades including plantation shutters, plush carpeting, tile floors in kitchen and baths, fireplace, vinyl fencing, extra large deck. Storage shed is included. See it today! $64,900 #9965979

HORSE PROPERTY IN THE CITY! 3BR/ 2BA, apprx. 1,440 sq.ft home on 1.82 acres! Generous land for toys and parking in rear of yard. Pleasant country views and conveniently close to restaurants and shopping. $132,500 #9965722

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SERENE MOUNTAIN RETREAT! Spectacular location to enjoy crisp mountain air and stunning views from this cozy cabin. This 1BR, 1BA hideaway is nestled on two parcels for 10.51 acres, has wood burning stove, a detached studio/outbuilding and lots of land to roam! $79,000 #9965539

GREAT LOCATION! Affordable horse property located close to town & lots of room to roam! Needs TLC. 3BR/1.75BA home, approx 1,559 sq.ft and sits proudly on 1.6 flat usable acres. Double-sided fireplace from dining room to the LG living room. Lots of inside storage. Also on Natural Gas! $170,000 #9966046

ABSOLUTELY CHARMING 3BR/2BA, apprx 1,344 sq.ft., doublewide manufactured home on 2.5 extremely useable acres. Extremely clean, large open rooms, lushly landscaped creating very private outdoor patio & beautiful views and plenty of space for horses, gardening, & /or play. $94,500 #9964990

WAITING FOR YOU! Here’s a large home, never has been occupied, on 5.5 very usable acres in beautiful Sand Canyon. 3BR/2BA, apprx 2,112 sq.ft., wonderful flowing floor plan featuring high ceiling. Must see! Owner may carry. Call for details! $214,000 #9965195

661.822.5553 661.823.5418 27750 Stallion Springs Dr.

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GREAT GH LOCATION! You’ll love this home on a large, all level lot, apprx. 1,743 sq.ft, many upgrades, and a bonus room! 3 bedroom 2 bath, newer carpet, flooring, paint, kitchen, and RV Parking. Lovely trees, too! $139,900 #9965611

SOLD IN 1 DAY!!! 3BR/2BA, apprx. 1,235 sq.ft., lovely brick fireplace in Living Room. Tile baths & kitchen. Garage includes epoxy floor and upgraded built in storage cabinets. Fully landscaped and includes apple, peach and plum trees. $129,000 #9966020 CALL FOR OTHER AVAILABLE PROPERTIES IN GOLDEN HILLS!

HURRY... to this unique home, apprx. 2,186 sq.ft, several large decks, park-like setting & BEAUTIFUL views! Wood walls & ceilings; granite counters on bar, kitchen & baths; 2 Skylights, large master with office/sitting area & separate shower/tub; each room has its own thermostat. $271,000 #9965594

WONDERFUL WEST GOLDEN HILLS LOCATION Awesome views of Tehachapi from this 3BR/2.5BA, apprx. 2,376 sq.ft. home on a very nice .48 acre lot w/27 oak trees plus. 2 fireplaces, 2-story wood deck, formal dining, game/activity room, laundry shoot & RV parking w/full hookups & fully fenced yard. $329,000 #9964724

PERFECT SETTING! Beautifully renovated 3BR/2.5BA home on the 6th Fairway of Oak Tree Golf Course across from 4-Island Lake. Awesome views and gorgeous setting LR w/ fireplace, Formal DR. on natural gas & sewer. Now: $295,000 #9965552

ABSOLUTELY STUNNING! Million Dollar Views from this Custom 3BR/3.5BA, apprx. 3,156 sq.ft. home with every luxury afforded to you! 2 master suites on main level, formal dining, awesome kitchen w/copper hood, granite counters, kitchen island, & 2 energy efficient fireplaces. Three separate driveway entrances for total access. 12+ acres touching riding trails!. $399,000 #9966039

BEAUTIFUL newer custom 3BR/3BA home, easy care flooring decking off the back, beautiful vaulted ceiling and a well laid out floor plan for relaxed living or a wonderful vacation retreat! $175,000 #9964370

OUTSTANDING Great custom home on 2+ acres, apprx. 2,977 square feet living area with a total of apprx. 4,777 sq.ft. under roof (per appraiser), 4BR’s or 3+ studio, 3BA, Living & FR, dining area & so much more! $325,000 #9963872

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PARK-LIKE SETTING! Custom two-story home, 3BR/2.5BA, apprx. 2,510 sq.ft. in West Golden Hills. Many windows to enjoy the gorgeous views. Vaulted wood ceilings, tile floors & Central Vac. Gourmet, open kitchen w/island & loads of cupboards. Wood burning stove in family rm. Award-winning landscaping with orchard, small vineyard & wandering paths. #9966105 $329,000 COME SEE! 10AM-1PM

22509 VALLEY VISTA D.

HOME+APT +ORCHARD! On 3.13 acres! Main house is 3BR/1.76BA, apprx. 1,596 sq.ft.+ separate Gues. Apt! Apprx. 240 fruit (mostly apple) trees, walk-in cooler, approx. 30,000+ sq ft of garden/growing area + Hwy sales stand! $284,500 #9965203 COME SEE! 10AM-5PM

21850 STATE HIGHWAY 202

OUTSTANDING! Fabulous 3BR/3.5, apprx 2,789 sq.ft. home on 5.6 Acres!, conveniently close to freeway access in Hart Creek Estates. Beautiful living room with stone fireplace, generous, open Country Kitchen, serving bar & pantry. Generous room sizes and wait until you see the Master BR! Gorgeous! $439,750 #9965836 COME SEE! 12PM-3PM

28500 VALLEY OAK RD.

MAKE IT YOURS! 3BR/2BA, apprx. 1,568 sq.ft., tile roof, tile floors & newer kitchen cabinets. Upstairs loft is finished without a closet and is rough plumbed for a bath. Needs some TLC. Lot next door also available! Call for details. $155,000 #9965377 COME SEE! 10AM-1PM

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21276 White Pine #77: GATED COMMUNITY GOLDEN HILLS 3 bedroom, 2 bath mfg home, large kitchen, large living room and fireplace $850 a month + $1,275 sec. deposit

825 Aspen: CONVENIENT TEHACHAPI CITY LOCATION 3BR/2BA, recently remodeled, updated home. Near Valley Blvd, stores and downtown district. Don’t miss this one!Reduced: $800 a month + $800 sec. deposit

29841 Pinedale: GREAT BEAR VALLEY LOCATION! This 3BR/2BA was recently upgraded with new paint and carpet. The owner will have the exterior painted and new roof in spring. Large open family room and generously-sized kitchen make this a must see home.$1200 a month + $1200 Sec. deposit

765 Las Colinas: PERFECT LOCATION! This home is move-in ready. Conveniently close to shopping and restaurants, this 3 Bedroom 2 bath home offers wood flooring and tile throughout. This home has been recently repainted and has many updated features. No Pets.$1100 a month + $1100 Sec. deposit

1016 Canyon Drive West: NEWER HOME located in Orchard Glen near the High School. Nice spacious floor plan with good sized kitchen and rooms. The back yard has a large patio great for entertaining. Enjoy the great amenities living close to town! $1,350 a month + $1,350 sec. deposit

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