Big Bear Lake has so many events happening all the time, it can be hard to keep up! On the first Tuesday of every month, we will dedicate Tuesday’s Topic to upcoming events so that you can plan ahead to join us for the fun!

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Following is a list of just some of the upcoming special events happening around the valley.

February

• Gin Blossoms at the Cave

  Feb 06, 2015 | 06:00PM – 11:00PM

  Taking their name from a caption on a W.C. Fields photo, Gin Blossoms signed a record deal with A&M and recorded their first EP “Up And Crumbling” in 1991. But, it was not until their breakout record “New Miserable Experience” in 1992 that their rise to fame began. “New Miserable Experience” kept the band on the charts for almost 3 years with singles “Hey Jealousy,” “Allison Road,” “Until I Fall Away,” “Mrs Rita,” and “Found Out About You.” The album took the airwaves by siege and held MTV hostage with multi cross-over hits in 4 different radio formats. It was this record that rocketed the band into the mainstream going on to sell over 4 million copies making the band a 90’s radio mainstay.

  The Cave is a new, intimate music venue in Big Bear that promises to bring you up close and personal with its performers. Doors open at 6pm Concert starts at 8pm. Call or visit website for ticket information.

  Location: The Cave at Village Drive 40789 Village Drive

  Contact: Tel: (877) 825-4388 Website: www.thecavebigbear.com

• USASA Banked Slalom at Snow Summit

  Feb 07, 2015 | 08:00AM – 04:00PM

  A USASA Snowboarding event at Snow Summit. USASA is a solid grassroots organization that allows men and women, boys and girls of all ages and abilities to participate in organized snowboarding. Please visit their website at www.usasa.org.

  Location: Snow Summit Resort at 880 Summit Blvd.

  Contact: Tel: (909) 866-5766 Website: www.bigbearmountainresorts.com

• USASA Halfpipe at Bear Mountain

  Feb 08, 2015 | 08:00AM – 04:00PM

  A USASA Snowboarding event. USASA is a solid grassroots organization that allows men and women, boys and girls of all ages and abilities to participate in organized snowboarding. Registration is from 8-9:30 Event starts at 10:30. Please visit their website at www.usasa.org.

  Location: Bear Mountain Resort at 43101 Goldmine Drive

  Contact: Tel: (909) 866-5766 Website: www.bigbearmountainresorts.com

• Puddle of Mudd at the Cave.

  Feb 13, 2015 | 06:00PM – 11:00PM

  Puddle of Mudd is an American post-grunge band from Kansas City, Missouri. To date the band has sold over seven million albums, and have had a string of No. 1 mainstream rock singles in the United States.

  The Cave is a new, intimate music venue in Big Bear that promises to bring you up close and personal with its performers. Doors open at 6 pm Concert starts at 8 pm. Call or visit website for ticket information.

  Location: The Cave at 40789 Village Drive, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315

  Contact: Tel: (877) 825-4388 Website: www.thecavebigbear.com

• Bald Eagle Celebration at the Big Bear Discovery Center

  Feb 14, 2015 | 11:00AM – 12:00PM

  Join Forest Service Biologist for a 1-hour presentation on the biology of eagles and why they winter in the Big Bear Valley; great for families to learn together about our National Bird! December 13, 27; January 10 & 17; February 14; March 14 11am-12pm   Free to the Public. Donations appreciated!

  Location: Big Bear Discovery Center at 40971 North Shore Drive/ Hwy 38, Fawnskin CA 92333

  Contact: Tel:(909) 382-2790 Website: http://www.MountainsFoundation.org

• The 2nd Annual Valentine’s Day Sweetheart Ball at Northwoods

  Feb 14, 2015 | 05:00PM – 10:00PM

  Valentine’s Day is always a joyous occasion for sweethearts to share their romantic love for each other.  What better way to spend the evening than with good food, wine, live musical entertainment, romantic dancing, and silent and live auctions, all to benefit the Bear Valley Community Hospital’s much needed renovation of patient rooms?

  On Saturday, February 14, 2015, the Big Bear Lake Rotary Club Foundation will host the second annual gala Sweetheart Ball to celebrate this special occasion and to support a very worthy cause.

  All proceeds from the Sweetheart Ball will be donated to the Bear Valley Community  Hospital to aid in the updating and refurbishment of hospital patient rooms.

  The Sweetheart Ball will be held at the Northwoods Resort Ballroom on Saturday evening, February 14th, starting with cocktails at 5PM and Dinner at 6PM.  The evening will feature live music provided by Mark Dolan and his band, including romantic dancing, and complimentary wine to go along with dinner.    A no-host bar will also be part of the festivities.  The committee promises that the menu will be upgraded this year and that tickets will be limited to 200 only so the ballroom will be comfortable for all in attendance.

  Dress for the evening is Black Tie Optional or “Big Bear Formal” and it should be a fun and very unique evening for all who attend.  All Sweethearts in the Valley should plan to attend and dance the night away during this special evening.

  Tickets for the 2015 Sweetheart Ball are $55 per person.  Invitations will be mailed to a large mailing list later this month, but if you do not receive an invitation and would like to attend, please contact Don or Carol Bremer at (909) 866-3689. Space is limited to the first 200 people, so please reserve your tickets early.

  Location: Northwoods Resort at 40650 Village Drive

  Contact: Tel: (909) 866- 3689

• Big Bear Idol at the PAC

  Feb 21, 2015 | 06:00PM – 10:00PM

  The 2015 “Big Bear Idol” Music Competition, annually sponsored by the Rotary Club of Big Bear Lake, is structured for serious musicians of high school age.   The event is held at the Big Bear Lake Performing Arts Center on Saturday, February 21, at 6pm.  Admission is FREE.

  The “Idol” provides the students an opportunity to perform on stage before a live audience, and also be evaluated and receive constructive comments from qualified music educators who share nuggets of wisdom to encourage the performers.

  The categories of competition are Instrumental, Piano, Classical Vocal, and Non-Classical vocal.  The top three places in each category earn cash prizes.   First place winners are offered the opportunity to compete at the district level against winners from other Rotary clubs from the Riverside and San Bernardino county areas.  Past winners have gone on to study music in college and some to perform professionally.

  To enter the competition, or for further information on entry rules, contact John or Barbara King, 909-855-8286.

  The community is encouraged to come out and support our ambitious young Big Bear musicians, and enjoy a magical evening!  Curtain time is 6pm, and admission is free.

  Location: Big Bear Lake Performing Arts Center at 39707 Big Bear Blvd

  Contact: Tel: (909)866-4970 Website:www.citybigbearlake.com

March

• 11th Annual Scout Day at Bear Mountain

  Mar 07, 2015 | 08:00AM – 04:00PM

  Good news Boy Scouts! Saturday, March 7, 2015!! Mark your troop calendar…

  Scout Merit Badge Day is coming back to Bear Mountain! Boy scouts all around southern California will be taking advantage of this opportunity. Don’t be the only scout without this badge!!  Discounted lift tickets, lessons, and rentals will give your Scouts the opportunity to join in, and demonstrate portions of skiing or snowboarding with our Snow Sports Merit Badge counselors.

  Parents and siblings are welcome to take advantage of the discounted rates. There is not a minimum requirement of participants to qualify for this event.

  Reservations are required. If your troop or any members of your troop would like to join us, please contact group sales at (909)584-0220 or by email sales@bearmtn.com.

  Location: Bear Mountain Resort at 43101 Goldmine Drive

  Contact: Tel: (909) 585-2519 Website: www.bigbearmountainresorts.com

• 4th Annual Big Bear Lake “Polar Plunge” for Special Olympics at Swim Beach

  Mar 07, 2015 | 10:00AM – 02:00PM

  Special Olympics Southern California is excited to announce the 4th Annual “Polar Plunge.” Run, walk, or dance into the chilly waters of Big Bear Lake on Saturday, March 7 to raise funds for Special Olympics Inland Empire. For just a minimum of $50, you can participate in the coolest event of 2015 — the Polar Plunge. Not only will you brave the cold waters, but you’ll have the opportunity to earn incentives, party with friends, and support Special Olympics.

  Dress Up in Costume!

  View Trailer Here: 2013 Polar Plunge

  Activities begin at 10 am and “The Plunge” will commence at noon.

  The Polar Plunge is an event where all participants race into the frigid waters of Big Bear Lake.  Plungers decide how deep they’ll go and how long they stay in the water. Some Plungers only get their ankles wet while others stay in until the lifeguards make them leave the water! The goal of the 4th Big Bear Polar Plunge is to raise a minimum of $100,000. Your support of this event will help Special Olympics Southern California reach out and provide year-round training and sports programs for children and adults with intellectual disabilities in the Inland Empire Region.

  Location: Swim Beach at Meadow Park at 41220 Park Avenue

  Contact: Tel: (951) 672-7707 Website: www.sosc.org/bigbearplunge

• “KROQ Storms The Mountain” at Bear Mountain

  Mar 08, 2015 | 08:00AM – 04:00PM

  “KROQ Storms The Mountain” at Bear Mountain. More details to be announced soon.

  In the meantime please call or visit website for updates.

  Location: Bear Mountain Resort at 43101 Goldmine Drive

  Contact: Tel: (909) 585-2519 Website: www.bigbearmountainresorts.com

• Transworld Trans-Am Finals at Bear Mountain

  Mar 14, 2015 | 08:00AM – 04:00PM

  Transworld Trans-Am Snowboard Event at Bear Mountain. This amateur snowboard contest is one of the best in the world and brings out a lot of shredders. For more info please call or visit website(s) at www.snowboarding.transworld.net

  Location: Bear Mountain Ski Resort at 43101 Goldmine Drive

  Contact: Tel: (909) 866-5766 Website: www.bigbearmountainresorts.com or www.snowboarding.transworld.net

• Celtic Music with “Wake the Bard” at The Pines Lakefront

  Mar 15, 2015 | 03:00PM – 08:00PM

  The Bear Valley Guild for the Arts presents”Wake the Bard” who are returning to Big Bear Lake for a special performance at the Pines Lakefront.

  Wake the Bard performs traditional Irish and Scottish jigs, Celtic ballads and early American songs in the Celtic tradition. The 4-person band uses mandolin, guitar, hammered dulcimer, bodhran, fiddle, flute and vocals to create an authentic, spirited Celtic sound.

  Tickets are $20.00. Wine, beer and soda will be available for purchase before the concert and during intermission.

  Following the concert, The Pines Lakefront warmly welcomes audience members to stay for a specially prepared dinner. Dinner is $25.00

  Reservations for both the concert and dinner are recommended, and can be made by calling  909-595 2868 or by emailing: Mail4GAIL@aol.com

  Location: The Pines Lakefront at 350 Alden Rd., Big Bear Lake, CA 92315

  Contact: Tel: (909) 595-2868

• CATS “Broadway Broads of Big Bear” at the CATS Warehouse Theater

  Mar 20, 2015 | 07:30PM – 10:00PM

  CATS “Broadway Broads of Big Bear” at the CATS Warehouse Theater with Kim Boda, Jennifer Gail, Diana Hintergardt, Elena Peavy, Karen Sargent Reynolds, Serena Saunders and Nancy Walker.

  March 20, 21 27 and 28 at 7:30 pm. March 22 and 29 2:30 pm Matinee

  Please call of visit website for more details

  Location: CATS Warehouse Theater at 1117 West Big Bear Blvd in Big Bear City

  Contact: Tel: (909) 585-4757 Website: www.bigbeartheater.org

• 19th Annual Victor Alvarez Memorial at Snow Summit

  Mar 21, 2015 | 08:00AM – 05:00PM

  The 19th Annual Victor Alvarez Memorial race and silent auction is scheduled for Saturday, March 21st. More details to be announced soon.

  Please call or visit website for more information in the meantime

  Location: Snow Summit Resort at 880 Summit Blvd

  Contact: Tel: (909) 585-5246 Website: www.bigbearmountainresorts.com or www.snowsummitraceteam.org

• Neff Beach Bash at Bear Mountain

  Mar 21, 2015 | 08:00AM – 02:00PM

  Bear Mountain’s Neff Beach Bash is a Snowboard Rail Jam Event.

  Free Entry Fee with Lift Ticket or Season Pass

  For more details please call or visit website.

  Location: Bear Mountain Ski Resort at 43101 Goldmine Drive

  Contact: Tel: (909) 866-5766 Website: www.bigbearmountainresorts.com

Beyond

• Tuesday Farmers Market at the Big Bear Lake Convention Center

  Apr 07, 2015 | 08:00AM – 01:30PM

  Enjoy farm fresh fruits, vegetables and flowers all summer long. The Farmer’s Market also features unique arts, crafts and handmade items by local artisans. Every Tuesday from April 7th until September 29th.

  Location: Big Bear Convention Center at 42900 Big Bear Blvd

  Contact: Tel: (909) 585-3000 Website: www.bigbearevents.com

• MS Walk: Big Bear

  May 02, 2015 | 09:00AM – 05:00PM

  The 2015 Big Bear MS Walk takes place on Saturday May 2nd on the North Shore’s Alpine Pedal Path. The start/finish line will be at North Shore Elementary School.

  Registration opens at 8:30 a.m. with Opening Ceremonies at 10:00 a.m. for a 10:30 a.m Official Start.

  The 1k and 5k routes are 100% accessible and offer snacks and water at stationary rest stops.

  Individuals and teams can walk, roll or stroll along the shores of Big Bear Lake, then be rewarded at the finish festival with food, music, face painting, team booths, and sponsor giveaways.

  Those wanting to get involved can sign up as a walker or volunteer online or by calling (909) 949-1363.

  Location: Northshore Elementary School at 765 Stanfield Cutoff Big Bear Lake, CA 92315

  Contact: Tel: (909) 949 -1363 Website: www.walkmssocal.org

• AMGEN Tour of California ” Big Bear Lake Time Trial”

  May 15, 2015

  Big Bear Lake will once again be hosting a stage of the The AMGEN Tour of California which is the most important and largest road cycling event in North America.

  In 2015 Big Bear Lake will host the first ever High Elevation Time Trial in the tour’s history.

  More details to be announced in early 2015.

  Tour Website: www.amgentourofcalifornia.com

  Local Website:www.bigbeartimetrial.com

  Location: Details To Be Announced in early 2015

  Contact: Website: www.bigbeartimetrial.com

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