Come On Up, the Weather is Fine. Warm Winter Weather in Lake Arrowhead!

Come on up, the weather is fine!  I'm serious. This is one of the warmest winters (so far) that I've experienced since moving to LAKE ARROWHEAD in 1991. It's sweater weather at a gentle 63 degrees.
One nice thing about warmer weather in the winter is that it brings people up to our area, which helps our local businesses. For instance, The Village in Lake Arrowhead. I was there this morning and, for a quite Friday, it was busy. Our community survives on tourism.
So, come up on, come on out and enjoy this perfect mountain weather.

COME ON OUT TO THE PUMPKIN PATCH at LAKE ARROWHEAD VILLAGE

"Jack 's Pumpkin Patch" is open in Lake Arrowhead Village thru Halloween Weekend, 2013
KIDS! Bring Mom and Dad, Grandma and Grandpa and head down to"Jack's Pumpkin Patch" in Lake Arrowhead Village! The weather is fall perfect.
Times; Weekdays: 10am to 6pm
Friday & Saturday: 10am to 8pm
For more information please
call: 909-337-2533


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10 FUN THINGS TO DO IN LAKE ARROWHEAD & Other Mountain Towns

...blue skies, fresh air, the smell of pines & cedars.
There is no way you can be bored when you live in, or come visit, the San Bernardino Mountains; be it Lake Arrowhead, Crestline, Running Springs or Big Bear, because there are always places to go and things to do. Below I've touched on 10 of my favorites places to go. So come on up, and come on out.

1. Take a tour on THE ARROWHEAD QUEEN Paddle Boat.
2. Head to the ICE CASTLE TRAINING CENTER and have a blast ice-skating
3. Learn to Water-ski at (summer) MCKENZIE WATER SKI SCHOOL
4. Stroll around LAKE ARROWHEAD VILLAGE and do some shopping & dining.
5. Do a little fishing at GREEN VALLEY LAKE
6. See what kind of score you can get at RIM BOWLING
7. TAKE the kids to THE NATIONAL CHILDRENS FOREST for a hike
8. Visit one of the FIRE LOOKOUTS
9. Make a stop at the RIM OF THE WORLD HISTORICAL MUSEUM
10. Pack up the family and head to the BIG BEAR DISCOVERY CENTER

PUMPKIN PATCH AT LAKE ARROWHEAD VILLAGE, THRU 11/02/08

BRING THE KIDS to "JACK'S PUMPKIN PATCH" which began today, October 10, 2008 and goes thru November 2, 2008.
Days and hours are:
Monday - Thursday 10AM - 6PM
Friday & Saturday 10AM - 8PM


Some of the fun, family stuff happening at the pumpkin patch will be, "Pumpkin Bounce House" and "Pumpkin Painting."
"JACK'S PUMPKIN PATCH" takes place at Lake Arrowhead Village. Call 909-336-4929 for Party Reservations and to plan Special Events for schools or groups.
Dress warm because we are having beautiful fall weather.
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LAKE ARROWHEAD VILLAGE... Lakeside shopping and dining--in The San Bernardino Mts.

LAKE ARROWHEAD VILLAGE something for everyone. Rides for the kiddies, ducks to feed, eateries that cater to every single taste-bud: Mexican, American, from Waffles to Sushi, and more. Much more. There's shopping galore or benches to sit on...relax, kick back and watch people stroll by (that's my favorite thing to do). Supposedly (and I haven't actually counted) there are 50 plus shops, restaurants and attractions at The Village. You can even get your hair done. AND all of this is on the lower level of The Village.

When I first moved here, one day while shopping at LAKE ARROWHEAD's VILLAGE, I saw a very young Michelle Quan dancing around the sidewalks, pretending to be ice skating...I had no idea at the time, who this tiny person was or what she was about to become.

Almost every weekend during the year--even in the winter--there is some special event taking place at The Village. For instance, in summer months, we have SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA'S LARGEST FREE SUMMER CONCERTS. Also, every Friday, there is a FARMER'S MARKET. One of the most enjoyable events for me this summer was the ANTIQUE CARS AND WOODEN BOAT SHOW. That was too much fun! Then as fall nears, we have the OCTOBER FEST, and the list goes on and on.

But back to shopping.... Stores at The Village range from Tattle-Tails, a cutsie store that carries "special" items for children, including clothing and toys (I bought my new grandson his "favorite" stuffed horsie there) to Outlet stores: shoes, purses, clothing, etc. You need it, there's a shop with it.

To get a feel, and loads of information, about Lake Arrowhead, take a ride on THE QUEEN. The captain at the helm will take you around the lake all the while explaining the history, the depth, pointing out celebrities (older, now moved) homes, just to name a few. Kids and adults alike love taking this approx. hour voyage.

OCTOBER FEST begins in September and runs through October. Every weekend, all weekend, this event starts at noon. Come enjoy the music and yummy German food provided by Papagayos (my FAV Mexican eatery!).

So... take a little tour of THE VILLAGE, in LAKE ARROWHEAD, and see for yourself why you need to come on down!

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SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA'S LARGEST FREE CONCERT SERIES...AUGUST 8, 9, 2008 (Draft) (edit/delete)

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA'S LARGEST FREE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES continues this weekend!!

• Friday, August 8, 2007: WALKING PHOENIXES a tribute to Johnny Cash


• Saturday, August 9, 2008: MISSILES OF OCTOBER, is a combination of the voices of Odis Redding and John Hiatt, but don't take my word for that, visit Missiles of October and hear some of their music.

So "Come up for air" and enjoy the tunes under clear, blue skies and soft summer breezes. Bring your lawn chairs for the FREE concert, or reserve a table atLAKE ARROWHEAD VILLAGE .
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FIREWORK SHOW OVER LAKE ARROWHEAD--7/4/2008

"Almost" every year, Lake Arrowhead celebrates Independence Day (July 4th) by putting on an awesome FIREWORK show "over the lake." Locals and visitors either watch the show from the Village or many (MANY) relax in their boats and enjoy the FIREWORKS OVER LAKE ARROWHEAD! The show begins approximately at 9:00 PM and last for a good 30 to 45 minutes.
Many arrive at the Village early, stroll around, do some shopping and, of course, eating. IF you're lucky, the restaurant you're dining at, will have a birds eye view of the show.
Before the FIREWORKS show, and "On Center Stage," enjoy music by Tijuana Dogs as Southern California's LARGEST FREE Concert Series continues... with the Freedom Celebration from 5:30 through until 10:30
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So...."Come up for air" and enjoy the 4th with US!!

Building Contractors Home Expo in Lake Arrowhead--June 28, 29 2008

Gotta a home project you need to get finished? Started? Well, maybe you can get some help or at least get a few ideas at this weekend's "Building Contractors Home Improvement Expo."
Join the Lake Arrowhead Chamber of Commerce and the Association of Building Contractors for the 13th Annual Home Improvement Expo this Saturday (10:00 to 4:00) and Sunday (10:00 to 3:00). The event takes place at The Lake Arrowhead Village.
There will be at least 60 exibitors available to answer questions and offer solutions to many home related problems. WINDERMERE FINE PROPERTIES will have a booth (across from Harry and David's) at this event, also. Please stop by to say hello (I'm there 10-12 both days).
Click here for location and directions. And here for more LAKE ARROWHEAD EVENTS.

Lake Arrowhead information and current listings can be found at KAT'S WEBSITE

Things to do while visiting The San Bernardino Mountains

• ICE CASTLE INTERNATIONAL TRAINING CENTER: At an elevation of 5,400 feet, in the beautiful San Bernardino Mountains, we have the Ice Castle International Training Center. Michelle Kwan trained right here! I remember when I first moved to Lake Arrowhead in 1991, seeing Michelle and her family at Lake Arrowhead Village--lake side. Michelle was actually practicing her skating moves. In tennies... I had no idea at that moment who she was or what she would become! The training center is now open for public skating (certain times & days)...
  cont... But before Lake Arrowhead had the "training" center, there was the Ice Castle; a public ice-skating rink in Blue Jay, California, built back in 1934 (photo from Rim of the World Historical Society). The Ice Castle was an opened-air rink for decades, surrounded by towering pines and cedars. At some point, however, a roof was added. Then, in 2001, heavy snowfall caused the roof to cave-in. The owner decided not to rebuild. Today, WINDERMERE Fine Properties has their office here (photo above). A great setting to work in, isn't it?
• LAKE ARROWHEAD VILLAGE: There is always something to do or see at Lake Arrowhead Village. You can shop til you drop, walk til you drop and eat til you can't eay anymore. The Village has restaurants galore for all tastes; Mexican, Sushi, Waffles, seafood, smoothies or candyshops. But if you want to find out all about Lake Arrowhead and its history, take a ride on The Arrowhead Queen. A ride on this tour boat will give you a great lesson about the area, now and then. View homes of past celebrities (not so much today's celebrities, for privacy reasons), plus there are places on the lake that you can only see from a boat. FUN trip!
  For all events going on this summer, including Southern California's Largest, FREE Summer Concerts, check out the Lake Arrowhead Village link above.
• CAMPING, HIKING, FISHING, PICNICING!..oh my. San Bernardino Ranger Station/Lake Arrowhead is where to begin if you want to "get back to nature." At the ranger station you can buy your ADVENTURE PASS (you must have one), get maps of trails and campgrounds. You'll learn how to have a safe, mountain experience. You may WANT to reserve your camping spot SOON, especially in the summer!! I was driving thru "Dogwood Campground" near Blue Jay few days ago, andI noticed RESERVED tags on ALMOST all sites for this weekend. (call 909-382-2782).
• RIM OF THE WORLD SCENIC HIGHWAY... Is an eighty-seven-mile-long, drive that takes you from San Bernardino all through the forested San Bernardino Mountains. You'll wind along Rim of The World's Highways' 18 and 138, and through quaint mountain towns like Big Bear Lake, Running Springs, Sky Forest, Rim Forest, to name a few. You can access Lake Arrowhead by turning off Highway 18 and onto Highway 173. Rim of The World Highway, a National Scenic Byway, goes from an elevation of 1,000 feet at San Bernardino to over 8,000 feet. Makes for a great Sunday afternoon drive!
• TAVERN BAY BEACH CLUB: Beginning in July, every Thursday evening at Lake Arrowhead's Tavern Bay Beach Club, across from UCLA Conference Center, we have the Arrowhead Arts Music Festival. Concert dates are from July 10, thru August 7, 2008. It's easy to relax, have fun and enjoy Lake Arrowhead's cool evenings under clear, blue skies, as you listen to bands like the Hotel California (tribute to the Eagles) and the Fab Four, a tribute to the Beatles. For a list of all bands, dates, costs and times see Arrowhead Arts Association. Check out this TAVERN BAY BEACH CLUB map to for directions.
  'COME UP FOR AIR..." You won't be sorry.

Southern California's LARGEST FREE Concerts Series June 6,7,8, 2008

Don't forget about the FREE Summer Concerts at Lake Arrowhead's Village:

1. June 6th, 2008: PLAYBACK--Pop/Rock featuring Rob Chase, Tommy, Jimbo, Steve & Mike. Check out their website @ www.PlayBackTheBand.com 5:30 PM
2. June 7th, 2008: PAPERBACK WRITER--Beatles Tribute. Check out their website @ www.PaperBackWritersite.com 5:30 PM
3. June 8th, 2008--SPECIAL Sunday Show featuring SILVERADOS Country/Rock. And you can visit their website @ www.thesilverados.com This concert begins at 2:30 PM

You can view ALL summer concert events--dates and times @ LAKE ARROWHEAD VILLAGE
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Antique Classic Wooden Boat Show June 7 & 8 2008

ANTIQUE & CLASSIC WOODEN BOAT SHOW June 7th & 8th, 2008--Lake Arrowhead (edit/delete)
The Lake Arrowhead Communities Chamber of Commerce Antique and Classic Wooden Boat Show is this weekend. COME join us for the two-day event with some of the most beautiful wooden boats and woodie cars you'll ever see. WINDERMERE FINE PROPERTIES will have booths set up all weekend (I'll be there from 10:00 - 12:00 Sat and Sun) in the Village near Harry & David's. STOP by and say HELLO and ask me for your FREE pass to get upclose & personal to the boats. Also, ask for a brochure with the scheduled events. Or, call me ahead and I'll make sure you get both.

For directions click here. Lake Arrowhead, California
CHECK OUT LAST YEARS to get an idea of the fun you'll have. 2007 Wooden Boat Show

PAPAGAYOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT CELEBRATES 25YRS

PAPAGAYOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT CELEBRATES 25 YRS on the Mountain!!! 6/1/08 (edit/delete)
JUNE 1, 2008 Papagayos...the Best Mexican Food restaurant on the Mountain is celebrating their 25th Anniversary.Join the party from 12pm to 4pm. Great food, Great Margaritas and Great Entertainment by: "The MoonDaddies"
Location: Lake Arrowhead Village
Normal Hours:Sunday - Thursday: 11:00 am - 9:00 pmFriday and Saturday: 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
Phone: 909-337-9529
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This is one of MY favorite places to eat!