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Wednesday 6 p.m.Storage, IsabellaReservoir101,433 acre-feet2013 Reservoir peak106,783 acre-feet

Pool maximum568,075 acre-feet

Pool safety limit360,000 acre-feet

Upper KernInflow 359 cfs*Lower KernOutflow 697 cfsBorel Canal Outflow 360 cfs Data from U.S. ArmyCorps of Engineers

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Mike Mencarinisays there is a silver lining in the lake.

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kern riverwater data:

8This weekBodfish Bobpacks in therecipes.

Plan for theweek aheadusing the CourierCalendar.

Friday high 80°Sunny

Friday low 51°ClearSaturday high 80°Sunny

Saturday low 49°Clear

Sunday high 76°Sunny

Sunday low 49°ClearNational Weather Service

Front (l to r): Kaylee Becker, Akemi-Bee Pues,Mackenzie Crawford, Kellan Zissos; Back (l to r):Crystal Crawford, Angelina Pues, Brandi Rushing,Beatriz Suarez, Sara Hise.

Left: Deanna Steinhoff takes a run at the barrels.

Lynne McGarityCourier Extra

Over the weekendhorses and riders fromRidgecrest, Bakersfieldand the Kern River Valleyshowed off their bestskills that they havelearned over the years.Jake's Place in Kernvillehosted the two day event.There were thirteenevents of jumping, barrelspeed racing, pole rac-ing, all in the 111 degreeweather on Saturday.Records were broken,and considering the heat,other records were sec-onds from being broken.

The Ridgecrest teamwas trained by C and CStables lead by CandeeCoffee.

The two day showwas won by Sara Hise.Sara rides her horsenamed "Catch Ya Later"and has ridden since shewas three with CandeeCoffee. "Catch Ya Later"is a registered Arabianrace horse from theFresno/Sacramento racetracks. Hise is a sopho-more at Cerro CosoCommunity College andwas high point Campionover the two day show.She won an original sil-ver belt buckle.

Crystal Crawford wasthe AAA point championand Brandi Rushing ofWalker Basin, riding"Miss Rosey" was thehigh point AA champi-on.

Lead Line are young

riders being lead into thering by a walking parent.The Lead Line winnerwas Kayla Becker, riding"Sweetie" andMackenzie Crawfordwas reserve, riding"Prince Charming" andAkemi-Bee Pues, riding"Galbraith's Fancy" wasthird.

Kellan Zissos wonpoints for FutureChampion, age 13 andunder. Angelina Pueswas reserve AA.

Beatriz Suarez, riding"Mister Esmet" wonFuture Champion ages14 to 65 years.

The Kern Valley HighFFA Booster Club pro-vided refreshments bothdays at the snack bar,which was open to the

public. The high schoolvolunteers sold home-made refreshments frombreakfast burritos tochili cheese dogs.

The six first-placewinners won a silver beltbuckle and the reservewinners were eachawarded a leather prizehalter. Both days ranfrom 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. andended hot and happywhen the horses werehosed to cool off androlled.

The local LosVaqueros GymkanaClub belongs to theCalifornia GymkanaAssociation District 35.Information about thisclub can be obtained bycalling Sara Ruiz at 760-417-2903.

Aurelia C. Scott2010 Farmers Almanac

William Jackson Smartof Spokane, Washingtonwas such a great dad thathe inspired his daughter,Sonora Smart Dodd, tocreate a holiday honoringfathers.

Smart, a farmer andCivil War veteran, raisedSonora and her fiveyounger brothers by him-self after his wife, Ellen,died giving birth to theiryoungest child in 1898.While in a Mother’s Daychurch service in 1909,Sonora, then 27, came upwith the idea.

Sonora’s efforts tohonor fathers met withresistance at first. Onegroup of Spokane con-ventioneers preferred aNational Fishing Day to a

Father’s Day. But Sonora, as charm-

ing as she was stubborn,within a few months hadconvinced the SpokaneMinisterial Associationand the YMCA to setaside a Sunday in June tocelebrate fathers. Sheproposed June 5, herfather’s birthday, but theministers chose the thirdSunday in June so thatthey would have moretime after Mother’s Dayto prepare their sermons.

So it was that on June19, 1910, Sonora rode in ahorse-drawn carriage todeliver presents to handi-capped fathers, boysfrom the YMCA decorat-ed their lapel with fresh-cut roses (red for livingfathers, white for thedeceased), and the city’sministers devoted their

homilies to fatherhood.The widely-publicized

events struck a chord. In 1916, President

Woodrow Wilson and hisfamily personally ob-served the day. Eightyears later, PresidentCalvin Coolidge signed aresolution in favor ofFather’s Day “to establishmore intimate relationsbetween fathers and theirchildren and to impressupon fathers the fullmeasure of their obliga-tions.”

In 1966, PresidentLyndon Johnson signedan executive order thatthe holiday be celebratedon the third Sunday inJune. Under PresidentRichard Nixon, in 1972,Congress passed an actofficially making Father’sDay a national holiday.

CourierFriday, June 14, 2013 Serving the Kern River & Isabella Lake Communities www.kernrivercourier.com Vol. 10 No. 18

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Flag DayJune 14th

Father’s Day June 16

A daughter inspired Dad’s special dayFather’shonoredaroundthe world

North America isnot the only placein the world whereFather’s Day iscelebrated.■ Spain and othertraditionally Catholiccountries observeFather’s day on thefest of St. Joseph.■ Talwanese Cele-brate Father’s day onthe eighth day of theeighth month becausethe word eight inChineese sounds like“Papa.”■ Thailand Father’sday occurs on theKing’s birthday.

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usflag.orgCourier Special

The idea of anannual day specificallycelebrating the Flag isbelieved to have firstoriginated in 1885. BJCigrand, a school-teacher, arranged forhis pupils to observeJune 14, the 108thanniversary of theadoption of TheStars andStripes as“Flag Birthday.”

Over the followingyears, Cigrand contin-ued to enthusiasticallyadvocate the obser-vance of June 14 as“Flag Birthday,”or“Flag Day.”

In 1894, the gover-nor of New Yorkdirected that on June14 the Flag be dis-played on all publicbuildings. On June 14,1894, under the aus-pices of the AmericanFlag Day Association,the first general publicschool children’s cele-bration of Flag Day inChicago was heldwith more than300,000 children par-ticipating.

Adults also partici-pated in patriotic pro-grams. Franklin K.Lane, Secretary of theInterior, delivered a1914 Flag Day addressin which he repeatedwords he said the flaghad spoken to himthat morning: “I amwhat you make me;nothing more. I swingbefore your eyes as abright gleam of color,a symbol of yourself.”

Inspired by thesethree decades of stateand local celebrations,Flag Day, the anniver-sary of the FlagResolution of 1777,was established by theProclamation ofPresident WoodrowWilson on May 30,1916. While Flag Daywas celebrated in var-ious communities foryears after Wilson’sproclamation, it wasnot until Aug. 3, 1949,that President Trumansigned an Act ofCongress designatingJune 14 of each yearas National Flag Day.

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Regular activitiesFridays■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, SeniorCenter, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831.■ 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.,TOPS #2293 weight lossgroup, Veterans Hall, Lake Isabella. 760-417-2272.■ 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Alzheimers Respite Group,Veterans Hall, Lake Isabella. 661-393-8871.■ 9:30 - 11:30 a.m., TOPS weight loss group,Mt.View Church, Lake Isabella. 760-378-3935.■ 11 a.m.- 3 p.m., Bingo and lunch at Eagles,open to public, Mt. Mesa. 760-379-3394■ 12 - 1 p.m., AA, Senior Center, Lake Isabella.760-379-4112.■ 1 p.m., Happy Hookers crochet club, SeniorCenter, Lake Isabella. 760-379-6335.■ 5 p.m. (1st Fri.) Kern Valley Cruisers and HotRods, Sierra Vista Restaurant, Weldon.■ 6 p.m. (2nd Fri.), Kernville Baptist Churchgame night. Next to Pizza Barn. 760-223-1036.■ 7 p.m. Alano Club, AA 12x12 study, 4030Perdue, Lake Isabella.■ 7 - 8 p.m., AA, Kernville Chamber of Commerce,11447 Kernville Rd.,760-379-4112 or 760-417-9701

Saturdays■ 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., Farmer’s Market, Nuui CunniCenter, French Gulch. 760-549-0800 ■ 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., Farmer’s Market, LakeshoreLodge, Wofford Heights.■ 9 a.m., Yoga Practice Group, KernvilleMethodist Church. 909-753-9043.■ 3 p.m. (1st Sat.), Havilah Historical Society,Havilah Schoolhouse. 760-379-2636.■ 1 p.m. Darts, 3 p.m. Poker Pool 3p.m., Dinner 5-7p.m. Eagles Lodge, open to public, Mt. Mesa. 760-379-3394■ 7 - 10 p.m. (1st Sat.), Dam Dancers squaredancing, Senior Center, Lake Isabella.■ 9:30 a.m. (1st Sat.), Aglow Int’l, Senior Center,Lake Isabella. Barbara,760-378-3672 or Geraldine,559-359-8953.■ 2 p.m., Discussion. 7:30 - 9 p.m., 6 p.m. PotLuck, 7 p.m. Speaker (3rd Sat.), AA - KR HealthCenter, 67 Evans Rd., Wofford Hts. 760-379-4112or 760-417-9701■ 2 p.m. Alano Club, AA discusion, 4030 Perdue,Lake Isabella.■ 6 p.m. (3rd Sat.) Alano Club, AA speaker, 4030Perdue, Lake Isabella.

Sundays■ 9 a.m. to noon - VFW Breakfast, public wel-come. 2811 Nugget, Lake Isabella. 760-379-3877.■ 9 a.m. to noon, Breakfast at Eagles, public.welcome. Highway 178, Mt. Mesa. 760-379-3394.■ 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. (2nd Sun.), AA, Paradise CoveRestaurant, Hwy 178, Lake Isabella. Breakfast 10a.m. / Speaker 11 a.m. 760-379-4112.■ 2 - 3:30 p.m., AA - KR Health Center, 67 EvansRd., Wofford Hts. 760-379-4112 or 760-417-9701

Mondays■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, SeniorCenter, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831.■ 10 a.m., Exercise Class, Lakeridge MobileHome Pk. Clubhouse, Lake Isabella. 760-379-3206.■ 2 - 3 p.m., Hospice Grief Support Group,6040-D Lake Isabella Blvd. 661-410-1010.■ 12 - 1 p.m., AA, Senior Center,Lake Isabella.760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312.■ 1 p.m. (3rd Mon.), Kern Valley Democratic Club,Lakeridge Mobile Home Pk. Clubhouse, Lake Isabella.■ 1 p.m., Line dance classes, Senior Center, LakeIsabella. 760-379-0043.■ 3 p.m. (2nd Mon.-Board/4th Mon.-Member ship),Kernville Chamber. 760-376-2629.■ 5 - 7 p.m., Eagles spaghetti dinner, Mt. Mesa,open to public, 1st. Mon. 760-379-3394.■ 6 - 9 p.m., KRV Comm. Orchestra, Cerro CosoCollege, Lake Isabella. 760-376-4461.■ 6:30 - 8 p.m., Boy Scout Troup 690, 1st BaptistChurch, Lake Isabella. 760-812-7082.■ 6 p.m. (3rd Mon.), KRV Art Assoc., SeniorCenter, Lake Isabella. 760-379-2844.■ 6 - 7 p.m., AA, Mtn. View Baptish Church, 2959Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella. 760-379-7318 or760-379-7312.■ 7:30 - 9 p.m., AA, Grace Chapel, 12308 Mtn.Mesa Rd., Mtn. Mesa. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312.■ 7:30 a.m., Al-Anon, KRV Hospital cafeteria, Mt.Mesa. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312

Tuesdays■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, SeniorCenter, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831.■ 9 a.m., Yoga Practice Group, KernvilleMethodist Church. 909-753-9043.■ 9:30 - 11:30a.m., Me & My Friends children’splaygroup, 1st Baptist Church, Lake Isabella. 760-379-2556.■ 10 a.m. (2nd Tue.), Kern Valley Garden Group.760-379-1129.■ 10 a.m. - noon Kern County Department ofPublic Health Immunization Clinic 7050 LakeIsabella Blvd, Lake Isabella. 877-818-4787■ 2 p.m. (2nd Tue.), KRV Cemetery District.

Public invited. 760-376-2189.■ 6 p.m. (2nd Tue.), Lake Isabella-BodfishProperty Owners, Senior Center, Lake Isabella(760) 760-379-5552.■ 6:30 p.m., (2nd Tue.) Epilepsy Support Group,Bakersfield. 760-376-1606 or 760-258-5272.■ 7 p.m., (4th Tue.), KRV Historical Society,Senior Center, Lake Isabella.■ 7 - 8:30 p.m., AA, KR Health Center, 67 EvansRd., Wofford Hts. 760-379-4112 or 760-417-9701■ 7 - 8:30 p.m., AA - Weldon Methodist Church,20021 Hwy. 178, Weldon. 760-379-4112

Wednesdays■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, SeniorCenter, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831.■ 9 -11:30 a.m. (1st & 3rd Wed.), Dam Quilters,senior apts. behind Vons, Lake Isabella. 760-379-9921.■ 9:30 a.m., TOPS weight loss group, SeniorCenter, Lake Isabella. 661-867-2579.■ 9:30 - 11:30 a.m., Me & My Friends children’splaygroup, Kernville Methodist, 760-379-2556.■ Noon (2nd Wed.) KRV Chamber of Commercemeeting, Moose Lodge, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5236.■ Noon, Eagles Lunch/Shuffleboard, open topublic, Mt. Mesa. 760-379-3394.■ 12 - 1:30 p.m., AA - Women’s Serenity Circle,Mtn. View Baptist Church, 2959 Erskine Creek Rd.,Lake Isabella. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312.■ 12:30 p.m., Bridge Club, Eagles Lodge, Mt.Mesa. 760-376-3138.■ 1:30 - 3 p.m., Grief Support Group, OptimalHospice, 6504-E Lake Isabella Blvd.■ 5:30 p.m., Weight Watchers, Weldon MethodistChurch. 760-267-4693.■ 6 p.m. (1st Wed.), American Legion RidersVFW, 2811 Nugget, Lake Isabella.■ 6 p.m. (3rd Wed.), American Legion, SeniorCenter Veterans Rm. Lake Isabella. 760-379-5086.■ 7 p.m. (3rd Wed.), Fish & Game Habitat Club,Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-376-3178 ■ 7 p.m. - 9:30 p.m., Senior Dance, SeniorCenter, Lake Isabella. Live band.■ 7 p.m. Alano Club, AA book study, 4030Perdue, Lake Isabella. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312.■ 7 - 8:30 p.m., AA, KR Health Center, 67 EvansRd. Wofford Hts., 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312.■ 7 p.m., Elks Lodge, Wofford Blvd., Wofford Hts.■ 7 a.m., Al-Anon, Christ's Fellowship Church,Wofford Hts.. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312

Thursdays■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, SeniorCenter, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831.■ 9 a.m., Yoga Practice Group, KernvilleMethodist Church. 909-753-9043.■ 9 a.m. - noon, Thursday Painters, SeniorCenter, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5329.■ 9:30 a.m., (3rd Thu.), Fire Safe Council,Supervisor’s office, County Bldg., Lake Isabella.■ 11:45 a.m. (4th Thu.), KRV Women’s Clubmeeting, Elks Lodge.■ Noon, Exchange Club, Paradise Cove.■ 1 p.m., (2nd Thu.), Clan Diggers, Lake IsabellaLibrary. 760-379-2303.■ 5 - 7 p.m., TANF Cultural Night, French GulchCampground.■ 3:30 - 5 p.m. (4th Thu.), Kern River ValleyCollaborative, Veterans Hall, Rm. 1., LakeIsabella. 760-379-2556, ext. 601.■ 5 - 7 p.m., VFW Taco Thursday, open to public.760-379-3877.■ 4-6 p.m. (3rd Thu.), Republican Assembly ofthe Kern River Valley, Moose Lodge, LakeIsabella. 760-376-1462 or 760-379-0673..■ 6 p.m., Rotary Club, KRV Elks Lodge, WoffordHeights. 760-376-2844.■ 6 p.m., Weight Watchers, Lake Ridge MobileHome Park Club House, Lake Isabella. Weigh-in5:30 p.m.■ 7 p.m. Alano Club, NA book study,4030 Perdue, Lake Isabella.■ 7 p.m. (45h Thurs.) KRV Gun Assc. Jan - Oct.Kernville Chamber, [email protected]■ 6:30 p.m., Sweet Adelines, Senior Center, LakeIsabella. New members welcome.■ 7 p.m., (3rd Thu.), Kern Valley AstronomyClub, Museum, Kernville. 760-376-1291.■ 7 - 8:30 p.m., AA, Senior Center, 6405 LakeIsabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. 760-379-4112.

Bingo Guide■ Friday, noon, Eagles Lodge, Mt. Mesa■ Saturday, noon, South Fork Women’s Club,Fay Ranch Road., Weldon■ Sunday, 11 a.m., Moose Lodge, Lake IsabellaBlvd., Lake Isabella.■ Wednesday, 1 p.m., Senior Center, LakeIsabella Blvd., Lake Isabella.■ Thursday, Early Bird 12:15 p.m., Regular 1 p.m.,St. Jude Catholic Church, Hwy. 155 & Nellie DentDr., Wofford Hts.

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June Kern River Courier www.kernrivercourier.com Friday, June 14, 2013

CalendarThe CourierOnyx Farmers MarketDailyThe Onyx Certified Farmers Market, hostedby the Kern Valley Growers Association, isopen from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., daily, throughNovember at 300 Doyle Ranch Road (near theold Onyx Store), Onyx.

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Book SaleJune 13 through 15Support your local library at the Friends ofthe Library book sale. Open to the public onJune 13 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; June 15 from 9a.m. to 2 p.m. Located at the Kern River ValleyBranch Library, 7054 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake

Isabella. The proceeds help support the locallibraries, children’s reading programs, educa-tional projects and the purchase of books. $10Memberships can be purchased at the door.

Library food demoJune 14There’s a Food Demo presented by PacificHealth Education Center on Friday, June 14 atnoon at the Kernville Branch library. If youmiss that, there is one at 3 p.m. at the WoffordHeights Branch. Call 760-376-6180 for moreinformation.

Community Appreciation DayJune 14Optimal Hospice Care and Optimal HomeHealth Services are planning a CommunityAppreciation Day and Open House on Friday,June 14, from 11a.m. to 2 p.m. at their office at6504 Lake Isabella Ave across from the SeniorCenter. As part of their CommunityAppreciation Day they will be providing freelunches and drawings for gift certificates.

First Baptist of Kernville Game NightJune 14Come join the fun and play board games, bein competitions, and win prizes at the FirstBaptist Church of Kernville Game Night,starting at 6 p.m. Bring a snack to share andan appetite for play. Call John Cole for moreinformation at 760-223-1036.

Annual Kernville Mule and Donkey Days June 14 through 16There will be a mule and donkey show atJake’s Place in Kernville, including cattle,western and English classes and gymkhana.Riders do not need to be members of theAmerican Mule Assoc. to participate. Muleriders of all ages are encouraged to join in.Email [email protected] or call 760-608-2086.

Nuui Cunni Farmers MarketJune 15The Kern River Paiute Council Nuui CunniFarmers Market is held from from 9 a.m. to 2p.m. for produce needs. The market is locatedat 2600 Highway 155 at the French GulchForest Service Recreation Area. For informa-tion contact 760-549-0800.

Lakeshore Farmers MarketJune 15This market is hosted by the Kern ValleyGrowers Association from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.The market is at the Lakeshore Lodge, 7466Wofford Blvd. in Wofford Heights.

Highland Chapel parking lot saleJune 15On Saturday, June 15 Highland Chapel UnitedMethodist Church will have a parking lot saleat 8 a.m. Books, household goods, furnitureand miscellaneous available. The proceedswill all go to The Old Mutare Hospital forwater and sanitation in Zimbabwe. Thechurch is at 5031 Lake Isabella Blvd. Free cof-fee and baked goods for sale.

2nd Annual Ride around the LakeJune 15American Legion Riders Chapter 711 is spon-soring this event that includes a Poker Run,50/50 drawing, and a raffle on Saturday June15 at the Lake Isabella Senior Center. Sign upis 9 to 10 a.m. and lunch is noon to 2 p.m. $20per rider, $10 per passenger, $10 lunch only,$10 for per extra poker hand. Call 760-379-0475.

Habitat Club hunter safety classJune 15 and 16The class is from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at theKernville Chamber, at 11447 Kernville Road.All study materials are included, $10 for adultsand $5 for junior hunters, who will have pri-ority. You must attend both days and there isa limit of 25 for the class. You must take thisclass to get a hunter safety certificate and firsttime hunting license purchase. Sponsored bythe Fish & Game Habitat Club. Call 760-379-1222 or email [email protected].

Habitat restoration workdaysJune 15Join Audubon Kern River Preserve staff andvolunteers for our Habitat RestorationWorkdays. Volunteers of all levels of abilityand time commitment are welcome. Bring

by him and helped the HistoricalSociety to grow from less than 100members to almost a thousand.He was the dynamic drive behindalmost every effort that increasedthe membership and improvedaccess for the public.

His day started at 6 a.m. and sodid the phone calls. Most callswere ideas and work parties. Hewasn’t just an idea man and hewould work just as hard as his vol-unteers. He was mentor duringmy two years as Society Presidentand was instrumental in planningand building the addition that dou-bled the size of the Museum.

Not too long ago he came upwith the idea of covering our back-yard parking lot with decomposedgranite over which was built ouroutdoor theatre (now called theJenkins Pack Station).

As the Society stands today,much is due to Bill’s efforts. Weare debt free, we have a Museumunmatched in the west and wehave no payroll. All of our 100docents, gift shop workers andmanagers are volunteers. This wasa goal of Bill’s and it works today.

On the last Friday in May welost this man of ideas and vision,but we have in the Kern RiverValley all of the changes he leftbehind.

Due to health reasons, Bill leftour Valley a few months back, buthis memory is here in the hearts ofmany and as for Bill, where everhe goes and when he gets there,look out: there will be a shakeupand a wake up from the new sher-iff in town, his name is Bill Jenkins.

Rod MiddleworthKern River Courier Columnist

When my wifeand I first movedto the Kern RiverValley, we wantedto join the HikingClub. We weretold that theleader was BillJenkins and heworked at theHistorical SocietyMuseum and wasthere now. Wefound Bill and before an hour hadpassed, became members of theHiking Club, signed us up as mem-bers of the Historical Society andin a few days we became docents,and wondered what had hap-pened!

That was the kind of person Billwas: dedicated to the Valley, itspreservation and the exploration ofthe nearby mountains. It wasthrough his efforts and those of hiswife and master hiker, RubyJenkins, that a mountain wasnamed after their son, Jim, whowas an avid hiker/cartographer,who was killed early in life.

It was also through Bill’s effortsand perseverance that a mountainpeak was named after Bob Powers,a local historian, fifth generationValley resident and historic icon.

Due to Bill’s efforts, we wereawarded several grants, allowingthe Society to build a new additiondoubling the Museum size.

Changes in the internal struc-ture of our Society were instituted

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Bill Jenkins: a man for all seasonsThings I have noticed...

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Kern Valley Elks celebrate Flag DayThe Kern Valley Elks Lodge is holding its annual American Flag Day celebration

at the Elks Lodge in Wofford Heights on Friday, June 14. The public is invited. The original American Fraternal Order and Social Club, now the Benevolent

and Protective Order of Elks has celebrated Flag Day since the early days of theorganization and allegiance to the flag is a requirement to become an Elk. In 1907the BPOE Grand Lodge designated by resolution that June 14 be Flag Day. TheGrand Lodge of the Order adopted mandatory observance of this date by everyLodge, in 1911, and that observance still stands. The Elks prompted PresidentWoodrow Wilson to recognize the Order’s Observance of Flag Day for its patriot-ic expression.

The Flag Day ceremony begins in the Elks Lodge dining room at 5 p.m. sharp.Members of the Kern Valley Boy Scouts will present various flags during theHistory of the Flags. The Daughters of the American Revolution will have a read-ing about the history of the American Flag. This is a highly patriotic and movingceremony. Exalted ruler, Glen Cashwheeler, past exalted rulers and currenttrustees will be in uniform.

The dinner, for $10, following the ceremony at about 6 p.m. will consist of friedchicken with the fixings and apple pie, Non-members are to use the front door ofthe Lodge and proceed directly into the dining room.

‘Reading Is So Delicious’ at your local library Kern County Library is set to have an appetizing summer with the Summer

Reading Program, “Reading Is So Delicious!” The annual Summer ReadingPrograms are designed to encourage children to continue reading for pleasureduring their summer vacation. Different programs will follow each week throughJuly 27. All summer the Kern River Valley branch will be collecting non-perishablefood to be donated to our local food bank.

Children who register for the program will earn a free book and cool prizes forreading just 10 books. Stop by your local branch to sign up or obtain a schedule ofevents. All events are free and open to all. While there are many delicious pro-grams lined up for your enjoyment, there is also a serious side to summer reading.Research has shown that reading over the summer prevents reading loss. Studiesalso indicate students who read recreationally out-performed those who don’t.Students read more when they can choose materials based on their own interests.The Kern County Library is committed to supporting lifelong learning and educa-tional enrichment for all our families.

Heart Gallery comes to the Kern River ValleyThe Heart Gallery, a gallery of hope, has arrived at the Kern Valley Hospital in

Lake Isabella. The public is encouraged to attend this free exhibit coordinated bythe Department of Human Services with support from the Kern Valley HealthcareDistrict and our community partners. The Heart Gallery will spend the entiremonth of June at Kern Valley Hospital, 6412 Laurel Ave, Lake Isabella, CA 93240.

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Valley places of worshipKernvilleFather’s Heart Foursquare ChurchKernville Elementary School, Kernville. SundayService 9:30 a.m. 760-223-6704First Baptist Church of Kernville46 Valley View Drive, Kernville. Sunday Services9:30 and 11:00 a.m. 760-376-6403Kernville United Methodist Church251 Big Blue Rd., Kernville. Worship Celebration,Sunday’s 9:30 a.m. 760-376-2751Prince of Peace Lutheran Fellowship Center44 Big Blue Road, Kernville. Sunday School 9 a.m.,Service 10:30 a.m. 760-417-2014St. Peter’s Anglican Church11876 Sierra Way, Kernville. Sunday Service 10:00a.m. 760-376-6362St. Sherrian’s Episcopal ChurchServices held at Kernville United MethodistChurch. Sunday Service 11 a.m.

Wofford HeightsFamily Life Center Foursquare Church20 W. Panorama, Wofford Heights. SundayService 10:30 a.m. 760-376-6719New Life Assembly of God25 Arden Av., Wofford Heights. Sunday Services 9a.m., 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m.760-376-6402St. Jude Catholic Church86 Nellie Dent Dr., Wofford Heights. Sun, Mass 8 a.m. & 10 a.m., Sat. 4 p.m. 760-376-2416Calvary Chapel125 Sycamore Drive, Wofford Heights. Services:Sun. 10 a.m. and Wed. 6:30 p.m.760-376-8789Christ Fellowship80 Evans Road, Wofford Heights. Sun. 10:30 a.m.

Lake IsabellaFirst Baptist Church of Lake Isabella 3701Suhre, Lake Isabella. Sunday Services 8:30 a.m.,11:00 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. 760-379-5615Fountain of Christ Church 5101 #A Lake Isabella Blvd, Lake Isabella. Sun.9:45 a.m. Wed. and Thur. 5:30 p.m. 760-417-0793 Landmark Missionary Baptist Church2741 Mountain View Rd, Lake Isabella. SundayServices 9:45 a.m. & 5:00 p.m. 760-379-5640Mt. View Southern Baptist Church2959 Erskine Creek Rd, Lake Isabella Sunday 8:30, 11:15 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. 760-379-4296Jehovah’s Witnesses Kingdom Hall1911 Edith Ave., Lake Isabella. 760-379-8672

Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church(LCMS) 377 Highway 155, Lake Isabella. Services11 a.m. 760-379-2343Kern Valley Bible Church3920 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella. Services 9:30 a.m.and 5:30 p.m. 760-379-5482 Church of the Nazarene2931 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella. SundayService 10:30 a.m. 760-379-2062Highland Chapel United Methodist 5301 Lake Isabella Bl., Lake Isabella. SundaySchool & Worship 10:30 a.m. 760-379-2120Lake Isabella Church of Christ3711 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella. Services 11 a.m.and 5 p.m., Wed. 6 p.m. Bible study Sun. 10 a.m.Kern River Valley Seventh Day Adventist 3801 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella. Saturday Service9:30 a.m. 760-379-3206Kern Valley Pentecostal LightHouse Church3730 Wagon Wheel Dr., Lake Isabella. SundaySchool 9:45 Services 10:45 a.m., 5 p.m. Wed. 6p.m. 760-379-5819

Mountain MesaChurch of Christ Mt. Mesa6400 Dogwood Av., Mt. Mesa. Sunday Services9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. 760-379-4792Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints6400 Park Av., Mt. Mesa. Sunday Services 10:00a.m. 760-379-2904Grace Chapel12312 Mt. Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa. Sunday Services9:45 a.m. 760-379-4093Christian Assembly12424 Mountain Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa. SundayServices 10:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. 760-379-6377Victory Tabernacle (United Pentecostal)4324 Birch, Mt. Mesa. Sunday Services 2 and 3p.m. 760-549-3186

Southlake/WeldonKern Christian Church “The River”14900 Hwy 178, Southlake. Sunday Services 8:30a.m. and 10:30 a.m. 760-378-3780He Cares Fellowship16475 Hwy 178, Southlake. Services Sunday 9:30a.m., Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 760-379-6935Weldon United Methodist Church20021 Hwy. 178, Weldon. Sunday Services 8:30a.m. 760-378-2321Weldon Baptist Church20674 Highway 178, Weldon. Sunday 10 a.m. & 6p.m. 760-378-4964

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The label“prodigal son (ordaughter)” isattached to lots ofyoung people,who abandon the supervision andinfluence of their parents andindulge themselves in a waywardperiod in their lives, during whichthey strike out on their own, wasteor squander the resources availableto them, and - hopefully - at somelater time, come to their senses andare reconnected to their families.That label comes, of course, from theparable, told by Jesus of Nazarethand recorded in Luke chapter 15,known by most people as “TheProdigal Son.”

Another title ascribed to thisparable is “The Waiting Father,”focusing on the dad, whose son sodeeply insulted him and yet, whowelcomed the wayward son backinto the family fellowship so eagerlyand freely. The gracious father’syounger son, in effect, asked him to“drop dead” by requesting his inher-itance while his father was still alive.

I am reminded of the response ofmy GPS device to some waywardmove on my part. When I make anunprescribed turn, Laurie (the nameassociated with our chosen TomTomvoice) does not say “Hey, dummy,you messed up!” or “Get with theprogram, stupid!”

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Recalculating graceShe politely suggests a U-turn at

my earliest convenience, but shenever gets upset or caustically criti-cal. And if I persist in my alternateroute, she simply messages, “recal-culating” and allows me to continuein my waywardness. She never losesher patience with me, and sheremains focused on getting me tomy destination. She continues to staywith me wherever I am, and persist-ently and long-sufferingly “recalcu-lates” until she directs me to whereI’m supposed to be going.

Similarly the waiting father staysemotionally connected to his sonduring his absence and trusts thathis son will return from his way-wardness and rejoin the family. Andhe greatly rejoices when that actuallycomes about. Even though the sonnever apologizes, his father gra-ciously reinstates him into his previ-ous family position. The father haspatiently recalculated his plan for hisson, always with the intention of get-ting him to the place he needed tobe: an integral part of the family.

Jesus’ point is that God does notalways prevent us from doingwhat’s not part of His plan for us orfrom that which may even turn outto be hurtful for us; He’s always“recalculating.” And although wesometimes take our own waywardpath, even for a very brief period oftime, He is always patiently waitingfor us to return to Him, from wher-ever we’ve been and from whateverwe’ve been into, for that which weneed - mercy, forgiveness, love andgrace - whereupon He welcomes usagain into His loving arms, as Hisbeloved child.

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Tibetan Buddhistteacher AnamThubten will returnto Bakersfield tooffer a public lectureand meditation onFriday, July 19 at 7p.m., and a day-longsilent meditationretreat on Saturday,July 20 from 10 a.m.to 5 p.m. at theJunior League Community Center indowntown Bakersfield.

In his first visit to Kern County lastyear, Thubten developed a strong andwarm-hearted connection with thepeople of Bakersfield, meeting newfriends from diverse backgrounds andreligious traditions. A picture of him ina cowboy hat with Big Al, long-timeemployee of the historic EmporiumWestern Store downtown, now hangsframed on the wall amongst thesigned portraits of Merle Haggard andBuck Owens.

Thubten grew up in Eastern Tibet

and at an early age began to practicein the Nyingma tradition of TibetanBuddhism. He has lived in the UnitedStates for more than 20 years and isthe author of many notable books andarticles in the English language,including The Magic of Awarenessand No Self, No Problem.■ Friday July 19 - Thubten will lead apublic evening talk and meditationfrom 7 - 9 p.m. A suggested donationof $10-15 is requested, but no one willbe turned away for lack of funds. Allare welcome to attend.■ Saturday, July 20 - Thubten willoffer day-long silent retreat withguided meditation and teachingsfrom 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. A suggesteddonation of $50-$75 is requested, butno one will be turned away for lack offunds. All are welcome to attend atthe Junior League Center, 1928 19thSt. in Bakersfield,

Reservations for both events canbe made at www.dharmata. org/bak-ersfield or by contacting BenSherwyn at [email protected], 661-412-3212. Pleaseregister early due to limited seatingcapacity at the Junior League Center.

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Kern River Valley informationEmergencies call■ Ambulance■ Fire■ Law Enforcement■ Search & Rescue■ Lake Patrol■ Forest Service

Sheriff/CHP Substation7046 Lake Isabella Blvd.Lake IsabellaWeekdays, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.Business calls only, 760-549-2100

Kern County Fire StationsKernville Station 7611018 Kernville RoadKernvilleBusiness calls only, 760-376-2219

Lake Isabella Station 724500 Lake Isabella Blvd.Lake IsabellaBusiness calls only, 760-379-2626

Southlake Station 719000 Navajo Ave.WeldonBusiness calls only, 760-378-3055

Kern Valley HospitalEmergency DepartmentMcCray & LaurelMountain Mesa760-379-2681

Recreation informationU.S. Forest ServiceIsabella Lake office:4875 Ponderosa Drive. 760-379-5646

Kernville office:105 Whitney Rd.760-376-3781(around the corner from the museum)Closed weekends.

General infomationKern River Valley Chamber of Commerce6404 Lake Isabella Blvd.Lake Isabella(across from Senior Center)Local: 760-379-5236Toll Free: 866-KRV4FUN

KernvilleChamber of Commerce11447 Kernville Rd. Kernville(corner Sierra Way & Kernville Roads) Local: 760-376-2629Toll Free: 866-KERNVILLE

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Mike MencariniKern River Courier Columnist

I think it’s timeto have anotherlook at the lakewith the “silver lin-ing.” I know a lotof you are lookingat Isabella Lakethese days and say-ing to yourself itlooks more like“Lake Is -a- pud-dle.” I have toadmit that there are times when Ilook at our lake in its water-chal-lenged condition with some skepti-cism.

This year’s snow melt and rainrun off are over. The lake level raisedto somewhere around 106,000acre/feet. This storage number is def-initely drought condition and thelake level is on the decline. I know itall sounds bad but let’s take a closerlook.

During a normal spring melt theinflow from the river is about 2,500to 4,000 cfs of really cold water. Thisyear, I think it reached 1,000cfs. Hereis the benefit of a low cfs inflow: the

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The silver liningAntler, Fin & Feather Report

lake level came up in inches and notfeet. With a low storage the lakewater warms quicker, which helpsmaintain a stable environment, whichin turn lessens the stress on the fish.This is an ideal situation for spawn-ing and the growing of a healthy fishpopulation.

In my most humble opinionIsabella Lake is now and in the nexttwo years, will be one of California’stop fishing lakes, producing lots ofbass, crappie, catfish, bluegill andtrout. I would call that a “silver lin-ing.” How about you?

The bass, crappie, and catfish biteis excellent from shore or boat.

Forest Service seeks Packsaddle Cave vandalsA forest visitor discovered and reported signs of recent vandalism inside

Packsaddle Cave on the Kern River Ranger District of the Sequoia National Forest.This cave is a popular hiking destination for people visiting the Upper Kern River.Many of the cave’s stalactites had been removed or damaged years ago; however, aForest Service archaeologist confirmed the report of new vandalism.

The Forest Service is tasked with stewardship of your public lands, includingprotecting historic artifacts and natural features of outstanding value. If caught,vandals can expect citations requiring mandatory court appearances with a possi-ble fine of up to $5,000.

District Ranger Al Watson is requesting anyone with information on the currentlooting of the cave to contact the Forest Service. Tips of abuse or misuse of land inthe Kern River Ranger District can be reported to one of the local offices at 760-376-3781 or 760-379-5646 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Construction Begins on Trail of 100 Giants boardwalkDenise Alonzo, Public Affairs

The Trail of 100 Giants, located in the Western Divide Ranger District, GiantSequoia National Monument, Sequoia National Forest will be partially closed totravelers for the next couple of months. Construction of the boardwalk alongsidethe fallen sequoias has begun and is expected to last 60 days.

The Sequoia National Forest has contracted with Tate Nagle of “DBA NagleEarthworks” to construct the boardwalk to fully reopen this trail to the public.“Two giant sequoias fell onto the trail in September 2011 which blocked access forthose with disabilities to continue around this loop,” said Western Divide districtranger Rick Stevens. “I would like to see this loop opportunity re-opened to all vis-itors.”

The boardwalk will be constructed out of wood and run 100 feet along the edgeof the fallen sequoias. This fully accessible walkway will be six feet wide and havehandrails. It will be elevated off the ground an average of five feet. No sequoiatrees will be cut to construct the boardwalk.

This work will require a temporary closure of the west loop accessed from theday use parking area, and at times the parking area will be occupied by construc-tion vehicles. The loop accessed from Redwood Meadow Campground will con-tinue to be open and available to visitors. No work will occur on the weekends.

For more information, contact the Western Divide District office at 559-539-2607during normal business hours Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Public Forest Plan Revision meetings continue in JulyCody Norris, USFS

The Sequoia National Forest will hold a series of public meetings to continue todialogue and receive input from the public and interested stakeholders on ForestPlan Revision. The Sequoia National Forest Land and Resource Management Planwas completed in 1988. While parts of the plan remain relevant, some elementsneed to be updated to meet changing demands and to incorporate new informa-tion.

The Forest Service has developed a series of topic papers and made them avail-able for review and feedback in the Living Assessment WIKI on Our Forest Place,www.ourforestplace.ning.com.

Input can be provided through the Living Assessment WIKI, or by hardcopy ore-mail, delivered to 1839 South Newcomb St., Porterville, CA 93257, or [email protected]. The topic papers are available for publicreview and feedback through July 31, 2013

Workshops and a webinar will be held for anyone interested in learning moreabout the topic papers for the Sequoia National Forest. Each workshop will con-sist of presentations and opportunities for questions regarding the various topicpapers and the Forest Plan revision process. ■ Wednesday, July 1: Webinar (for those unable to attend meeting), 10 a.m.-noon.■ Thursday, July 11: Kernville Elementary School, 13350 Sierra Way, Kernville, 6 -8 p.m.

Contact Maria Ulloa, forest planner, at 559-784-1500, extension 1160, or at [email protected], for more information about the topic papers, meetings or to registerfor the webinar. More information on Forest Plan Revision is available on theSequoia National Forest website at fs.usda.gov/goto/sequoia/ForestPlanRevision.

News from the forest

6.3 lb bass,caught byAl Patterson,of Arkansas.


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By Sam Struckhoff

PICKS OF THE WEEK“The Incredible Burt

Wonderstone” (PG-13) — SteveCarell dives into the titular Burt, aLas Vegas magician as flamboyantas he is arrogant. Spray-tans, glit-tery outfits, fake teeth and preten-tious talk are all part of the per-sona. Burt starts having troubleselling tickets, and his friendshipwith his partner, Anton (SteveBuscemi), starts to deteriorate.Younger, edgier magicians likeSteve Gray (Jim Carrey, unleashedas a parody of David Blaine andChris Angel) are stealing the spot-light.

Don’t expect to be too dazzled.There are plenty of gags and gig-gles, plus the fun of seeing funnypeople playing funny characters.However, it’s not for everyone. Itpushes the edges of PG-13. And thestory is as predictable as a cardtrick.

“The Call” (R) — Halle Berryplays a Los Angeles 911 operatorwho is pulled into an unbelievableplot. A young girl (Abigail Breslin)has been abducted by a maniacBerry has dealt with before(Michael Eklund). The movie hasthe look of a slick thriller, talent andcommitment from the performers,and a race-against-time story, andsomehow it all just falls apart.

It’s a wonderful balance of funand awful. It’s fun because of thescares that will make you jump in

your seat. It’s awful because themovie is 30 minutes too long anduses up every suspense cliche inthe box. It’s a heart-pounding ridethrough a ridiculous world wherepeople start running intently, in noparticular direction,at any hint oftension.

“No” (R) — It’s Chile, 1988, anda young advertising whiz is calledupon to bring down a brutal ruler -- with a catchy jingle. With vio-lence in the streets and intenseabuse of power on the rise,President Augosto Pinochet agreedto a vote; if a majority of Chile’scitizens vote “Yes,” he stays inpower. If enough people vote “No,”then the country will have demo-cratic elections. Rene Saavedra(Gael Garcia Bernal) has to make“No” sound appealing and hopeful.This based-on-a-true-story tale isfunny, gritty, dramatic andthought-provoking. It’s a Spanish-language film, but “No” crosses thelanguage barrier.

Steve Carell in “The Incredible BurtWonderstone”

Recipes for Dummies by Bodfish Bob

Bodfish Bob’s Sardine Bread & Tomato Salad

3 T extra-virgin olive oil 3 T lemon juice 1 small clove garlic, minced 1/4 tsp salt, or to taste freshly ground pepper, to taste 4 cups diced seeded tomatoes,

(1 1/2 pounds) 2 cups cubed whole-wheat bread,

(5 oz., crusts removed 1/4 cup thinly slivered red onion 3 T chopped fresh basil 2 T capers, rinsed 4 4-1/2-ounce cans sardinesWhisk oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt

and pepper in a large bowl. Addtomatoes, bread, onion, basil, sar-dines and capers. Toss to combine.Let sit for about five minutes toabsorb the dressing’s flavors, stir-ring occasionally. Serve at roomtemperature.

Bodfish Bob’s Tomato Toast, Sardines & Mint

1 4-oz. boneless, skinless smokedsardines packed in olive oil

2 T finely chopped fresh mint 2 tsp extra-virgin olive oil 1/8 tsp salt 3 slices whole-grain bread or 12 slices

of baguette 1/2 medium ripe tomato 1 T very thinly sliced yellow onionPreheat oven to 350°. Flake sar-

dines with a fork into a mixing bowl.Add mint, oil and salt. Toss gently tocombine. Remore bread, crusts andcut each into four triangles. Place thetriangles or baguette slices on a bak-ing sheet and bake until crispy andgolden brown, 12 to 14 minutes. Rubeach slice with the cut side of thetomato. The tomato will break downuntil only the skin remains to dis-card. Top toasts with 1 1/2 tea-spoons of sardine mixture, onionslice and serve.

Bodfish Bob’s Sardine Fritters

2 cans oil-packed sardines, chopped 2 large eggs 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1/4 bunch parsley leaves, finely chopped 1 to 2 T chopped pepperonchini 1/2 cup fresh bread crumbs 1 T grated caciocavallo cheese extra-virgin olive oilfresh ground black pepper lemon halves In a medium bowl, combine

canned sardines, eggs, garlic, pars-ley, pepperonchini, bread crumbsand cheese. Stir lightly, not to mashmixture. Set mixture aside. Fill a deep pot halfway with the oliveoil. Heat until the temperature reach-es 350°. Using a spoon, form frittersinto semi-balls. Gently drop the fishballs into the hot oil and fry each frit-ter to a golden brown. Carefullyremove with a slotted spoon.Fritters are best served hot with asqueeze of fresh lemon juice.

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Over the last 40 years, the SilverCity Ghost Town has been the locationof dozens of alleged sightings ofghostly apparitions and other para-normal activity by visitors and staff. Itis called the sixth most haunted site inAmerica by the PBS series “This OldHouse” online. It was also featured on“Haunted Discoveries,” “ExtremeHauntings Live” and “My GhostStory.”

The Saturday, June 15 public liveevent will be co-hosted by LakeIsabella Paranormal Society. LIPS hasinvestigated Silver City dozens oftimes since 2006. The group was orig-inally founded by Kat Owen, who nowlives in Arizona.

Today the team is led by her sonDanny and daughter Kim who carryon the tradition started long ago. Theywill be conducting a live interactiveparanormal investigation and demon-strating ghost hunting techniques.

This will be both a lantern tour andinteractive ghost hunt with advice/tipsand demonstrations from both LIPS

Ghost Town curator, J. Paul Corlew.Attendees are welcome to bring cam-eras and their own ghost hunting gearand join in or they can just observeand enjoy the unique presentation andlive investigation.

On the lantern tour you will youlearn about local historical figures,events, witnessed by individuals dur-ing past tours and what caused SilverCity to be listed as one of the top 15most haunted sites in the country.What is a little girl’s apparition doingin the jail? These and many other ques-tions will be addressed during theguided tour.

Advance tickets for the lantern tourare available by credit card purchaseby telephone at 760-379-5146. Theywill also be on sale at 8 p.m. each nightof the event at the gate. The tour willbe from 8:30 to 10:30 p.m., with timeafterward for individual exploration ofthe site and face time with the experts.The cost is $12 per person. Childrenmust be accompanied by an adult. Allproceeds from these special events areutilized for the continuing operatingcosts, renovation, restoration andacquisitions on site.

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Doom and Gloom part 1Health Insurance Matters

Harry P. ThalKern River Courier Columnist

Readers here inthe Valley, as well asclients from all overthe state, send medozens of emailstalking of the doomand gloom ofMedicare. Myfavorite email ofmisinformationclaims that theMedicare Part Bmonthly premium is projected to be$240 in 2014. This is very far from thetruth, as I believe there will be little orno increase next year, based on utiliza-tion and cost controls. However, thereis some very scary stuff going on thatthe averageMedicare con-sumer is notaware.

There is talk inthe White Housethat people onMedicare go to the doctor too often,and since many people have either aMedicare supplement that pays theremainder of the bills that Medicaredoesn’t pay, or has a MedicareAdvantage plan where there is only aminimal co-pay, the administrationfeels that something needs to be done.For those people who only haveMedicare without any private insur-ance, they have a Part A deductiblethey must pay when first admitted to ahospital. This deductible is $1,184 perhospital admission, and I dare say, few

people ever pay this out of pocket. Theother deductible is the annualdeductible for Part B (Medical) whichin 2013 is $147 per year. Again, fewpeople pay this out, as most have eitherMedi-Cal, a Medicare HMO or privateinsurance.

There is conversation inWashington, D.C. which will changethis. It is believed by some people thatseniors don’t have enough “skin in thegame,” and they want you to pay moreout of pocket before any insurancepays out. Their theory is that if youhave to pay out, you will go to the doc-tor less frequently. There is noresearch to bare this out, yet anecdotal-ly, I have heard a few people over theyears schedule medical appointmentsthe same time as friends, to make it asocial occasion. Go to the doctor, then

out to lunch.If you have

access to a com-puter, check outthis very informa-tive presentation.It will open your

eyes to what is being discussed inWashington about your healthcarebenefits: http://player.vimeo.com/video/67103062?byline=0width=640height=360.

Harry P. Thal, MA, is a licensedinsurance broker in California (0621106)and other states. Harry is on theNational Assoc. of Health UnderwritersMedicare Advisory Board. He may bereached at 760-376-2100, e-mail [email protected] or visit him on the web atharrythal.com.

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The ECHO Health Academy wouldlike to thank the community espe-cially the following people for theirsupport which could have been anytime frame since 1998.

ECHO received support from so manyindividuals and groups from all over KernCounty whether it be in the form of KernHigh School District allowing students totake college classes during their school day;our local administration who arranged theschedule of all ECHO classes; Cerro Coso

College arranging class schedules to accommodate those classes; Kern ValleyHospital ~ our supporter in internships for C.N.A.s, job shadowing, or employer; thetwelve other job shadowing partners around the lake; Kern Valley HospitalFoundation's monetary support as well as from South Fork Woman's Club, RotaryClub of the Kern River Valley, Exchange Club of Kern Valley, Beta Sigma Phi-Preceptor Xi Eta Chapter, Kern River Valley Woman's Club, Clinica Sierra Vista,KAPH Chapter Order of Golden Slipper, Chevron grant, Alta One, LTR Racing,Classic Cars, and Clinica Sierra Vista; mentoring; speakers; Advisory Board; ECHOBooster Club; CERT; drivers; community service opportunities; publicity by KernValley Courier, Kern Valley Sun, and Don Stacy Photography; and scholarships.

If your name is not listed, please do not feel slighted. As with everyone, YOUwere a key part of the success that the ECHO Health Academy had with thestudents at Kern Valley. Hopefully, you were thanked at the time for your support.

Our community is known for the many hours of volunteering that takes placethus individuals are thanked under only one category. ECHO alumni have gone onbelieving in their abilities due to their foundation of exploring and have taken it intoa plenitude of careers.

Many thanks to:Grant Writers:Robert DrielingRobert KnightJeanette EricksonTom CormackK.V. High School:John MeyersJohn BrownDavid BakerJessica HoracekPam StielerMichelle BakerCarolynne FandinoKristen KellySabine MixonBrianna MossFrank WoodyECHO Boosters:Bibianna BranamShawn Cunningham Joyce NorrisPeggy HosmanDon ReedKV Hospital:Tim McGlewMark GordonAnna Leon

Hospital Foundation:Clarence SemoniousDarlene SemoniousMary CompletoJoan AmosBarbara CampbellSally & Butch PartinChet & Marlene RockRon BolyardAnne LitzIsobell CollinsSmitty GlassChuck & Cathy WildECHO Advisory Bd:Barbara LikensDianna AndersonElaine Forge Erie JohnsonJenny HanleyJoAnn JonesRichard Rowe Shannon Ritchey Vera AndersonCerro Coso College:Inge OlsenJoy DonohoTammy ReyesJeanne Olsen

Steven PendergrassLetty SparlingWes WilliamsCERT Instructors:Tom KleinDean OttDrivers:Joanne JohnsonSandy MeadowsJanet CormackJob Shadowing:KC Fire Dept. #72Denny RushtonJoseph M. KentKern River Health CenterKern Valley Medical CenterKernville Animal HospitalKern Veterinary HospitalMesa ChiropracticThe BurlingtonThe Drug StoreLarry WaggonerSienna Wellness InstituteSpeakers:Holly Spohn-GrossMorgan Higgins

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food and water, gloves.Wear long sleeves andpants, work shoes or boots. Tools will be sup-plied. Meet at 8 a.m. at the AlexanderRestoration Site on Fay Ranch Road, 1/3 mi.north of Highway 178. RSVP: Sean Rowe 760-378-2531 or email [email protected].

Astronomy Club presentation andviewing, June 15Explore the night skies over with RichardBurdge and members of the Kern River ValleyAstronomy Club, when they present anastronomy program on Saturday, June 15 atthe Tillie Creek Amphitheater in WoffordHeights begining at 7 p.m. and concludeingaround 11 p.m. Bring a flashlight, blanket, andlight sweater or jacket. For more informationcall the Forest Service at 760-379-5646.

Veterans of Foreign Wars breakfastJune 16Have breakfast from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. onSunday, June 16 at the Kern River Valley VFWPost 7665 Hall, 2811 Nugget Ave., LakeIsabella. For information call 760-379-3877.

Cemetery budget meetingJune 19The Kern River Valley Public CemeteryDistrict will hold a special meeting at 1 p.m. onWednesday, June 19 in the office of the ceme-tery. The topic of the special meeting will befor District Financial Reports and the FiscalYear (2013-14) Budget. The public is invited toattend.

Fish and Game Habitat ClubJune 19The Fish and Game Habitat Club meets thethird Wednesday of every month at 7 p.m. atthe Lake Isabella Senior Center, 6405 LakeIsabella Blvd. Lake Isabella. For questions, call760-376-3178.

Toddler story timeJune 20The Kern River Valley branch library will haveToddler story time the first and third

Thursdays of each month at 11:15 a.m. Thebranch is at 7054 Lake Isabella Blvd. LakeIsabella. Call 760-549-2083 for more informa-tion.

Congressman McCarthy office hoursJune 20On Thursday, June 20, a field representativefor Congressman Kevin McCarthy will holdoffice hours in Lake Isabella at the KernAdministration Building, 7050 Lake IsabellaBlvd. from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Contact KeenanHochschild, 661-327-3611 for information.

The Republican AssemblyJune 20The Republican Assembly of the Kern RiverValley meets on Thursday, June 20 at 4:30p.m. at the Moose Lodge in Lake Isabella.

Christian Woman’s ConferenceJune 22Mountain View Baptist Church in LakeIsabella will host this conference focusing onrelationships from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The con-ference includes a catered lunch and musicby Allasso. Tickets are $20. Call Judy Buck at760-379-5010 for tickets and Cheri Martin at760-379-4141 to reserve child care.

Ladies of the Elks dog showJune 22The Ladies of the Elks will hold their 6thannual Dog Show in the park area behind thelodge, 6708 Wofford Heights Blvd. inWofford Heights on Saturday, June 22 from10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Call 769-376-6475 for moreinformation.

To include your event in our free CourierCalendar, send the information to us by e-mailor in person. Submissions must be received onTuesday by 1 p.m. to make each Friday’s issue.Events must be open to the public and if thereis any cost, it must be listed. Items submittedmay be shortened. Listings are printed inchronological order by event date and spaceavailable. Submitted items deemed as busi-ness advertising will not be accepted. Someevent information gathered from the cham-bers of commerce, KRVR or www.kernval-ley.com.

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ARIES (Mar. 21 to April 19) Count to 10 if youmust, but don’t lose your temper, despite thatperson’s (you know who) efforts to goad you intoreacting. Your restraint will pay off in a big way.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) This week findsyou in a sociable mood, ready and eager to enjoythe company of family and friends. It’s also agood time to seek out and renew old friendships.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Patience is calledfor as you await a decision about that projectyou’re eager to launch. Meanwhile, try to setaside more time to share with that special personin your life.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Avoid becominginvolved in a workplace dispute early in the weekby insisting both sides submit their stands to aneutral arbitrator. Things begin to cool off byThursday.

LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) It promises to be abusy but productive week for you. The paceslows by Friday, allowing you to catch up onmatters you put aside but that now need yourattention.

VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) A suddenly dis-ruptive family situation is best handled with acool, calm and collected response. Wait until

things settle to let off all that pent-up emotionalsteam.

LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) Your practicalside dominates the week as you reassess yourfinances to make some sensible adjustments inwhat you plan to spend and what you expect tosave.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) An unexpectedmeeting with a former colleague opens someinteresting possibilities. But you need to pressfor full disclosure before making a decision.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) A recentflurry of activity eases by midweek, giving youtime to readjust your disrupted schedule andmake new plans for a weekend getaway.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) You shouldfind time to open yourself up to counsel fromfriends who have your best interests at heart.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) You mightfind resistance to your call for a full inquiry intoa workplace problem. But by week’s end even themost rigid naysayers begin to come around.

PISCES (Feb. 19 to Mar. 20) A recurringproblem surfaces once again. Maybe it’s timeyou used your creative talents to help find a newapproach to resolving it once and for all.

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Kern River Courier Legal NoticesFICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENTFictitious Business Name(s) DBA#1: ALPHA SIKARAN ACADEMY(2013 - B2896) Street address ofprincipal place of business: 2550Jewetta Avenue, Bakersfield, CA93312. Mailing address of business:8903 Cinnabar Court, Bakersfield,CA 93312. REGISTRANTS:Geoffre Banaag, 8903 CinnabarCourt, Bakersfield, CA 93312 andBethany Banaag, 8903 CinnabarCourt, Bakersfield, CA 93312.Business is being conducted asHusband and Wife. Date the busi-ness commenced: 00/00/0000.Notice: In accordance with subdivi-sion (a) of Section 17920, a fictitiousname statement generally expiresat the end of five years from thedate on which it was filed in theoffice of the County Clerk, except,as provided in subdivision (b) ofSection 17920, where it expires 40days after any change in the factsset forth in the statement pursuantto Section 17913 other than achange in the residence address ofa registered owner. A newFictitious Business NameStatement must be filed before theexpiration. The filing of this state-ment does not of itself authorize theuse in this State of a fictitious busi-ness name in violation of the rightsof another under Federal, State orCommon Law (see Section 14411 etseq., Business and ProfessionsCode). Signed: Bethany Banaag.This statement filed on 05/13/2013.Expires 05/13/2018. Mary B.Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: M Dominguez.Published by the Kern RiverCourier May 24, 31, June 7 and 14,2013.

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Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA#1: INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENTCOATING (2013 - B2787) Streetaddress of principal place of busi-ness: 317 Kentucky Street,Bakersfield, CA 93305. Mailingaddress of business: P.O. Box 3250,Bakersfield, CA 93385. REGIS-TRANTS: JR Jones, 317 KentuckyStreet, Bakersfield, CA 93305, MikeCline, 317 Kentucky Street,Bakersfield, CA 93305 and JoeCain, 317 Kentucky Street,Bakersfield, CA 93305. Business isbeing conducted as anUnincorporated Association. Datethe business commenced:00/00/0000. Notice: In accordancewith subdivision (a) of Section17920, a fictitious name statementgenerally expires at the end of fiveyears from the date on which it wasfiled in the office of the CountyClerk, except, as provided in subdi-vision (b) of Section 17920, where itexpires 40 days after any change inthe facts set forth in the statementpursuant to Section 17913 otherthan a change in the residenceaddress of a registered owner. Anew Fictitious Business NameStatement must be filed before theexpiration. The filing of this state-ment does not of itself authorize theuse in this State of a fictitious busi-

ness name in violation of the rightsof another under Federal, State orCommon Law (see Section 14411 etseq., Business and ProfessionsCode). Signed: JR Jones. Thisstatement filed on 05/03/2013.Expires 05/03/2018. Mary B.Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: A. Guerrero.Published by the Kern RiverCourier May 24, 31, June 7 and 14,2013.


Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA#1: JOSCO CONSTRUCTION,INC., (2013 - B3095) Street addressof principal place of business: 317Kentucky Street, Bakersfield, CA93305. Mailing address of business:P.O. Box 3250, Bakersfield, CA93385. REGISTRANT: JoscoConstructon, Inc., 317 KentuckyStreet, Bakersfield, CA 93305.Business is being conducted as aCalifornia Corporation. Date thebusiness commenced: 01/01/1990.Notice: In accordance with subdivi-sion (a) of Section 17920, a fictitiousname statement generally expires atthe end of five years from the dateon which it was filed in the office ofthe County Clerk, except, as provid-ed in subdivision (b) of Section17920, where it expires 40 days afterany change in the facts set forth inthe statement pursuant to Section17913 other than a change in theresidence address of a registeredowner. A new Fictitious BusinessName Statement must be filedbefore the expiration. The filing ofthis statement does not of itselfauthorize the use in this State of afictitious business name in violationof the rights of another underFederal, State or Common Law (seeSection 14411 et seq., Business andProfessions Code). Signed: SusieJones, Secretary. This statementfiled on 05/21/2013. Expires05/21/2018. Mary B. Bedard, CPA,Auditor-Controller-County Clerk.By: A. Guerrero. Published by theKern River Courier May 31, June 7,14 and 21, 2013.


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The purpose of the Heart Gallery is to find loving, adoptive homes for KernCounty foster children featured in this traveling portrait gallery. These childrenhave expressed that they wish to be adopted and chose to be a part of this ongo-ing effort. Their brave, smiling faces are photographed by Kern County photog-raphers who donate their time, talents and materials to the Heart Gallery in aneffort to capture the true spirit of each child. Through these portraits, the commu-nity has the opportunity to see the heart of the child who waits patiently for theright family to see their picture, make a personal connection, and take the stepstowards learning more about the child behind the photograph. In addition tothese beautiful children, there are many others in foster care who would like tohave a forever family.

Upcoming Kern Valley Museum eventsFeatured for the month of June is the art work of Edie Bradley. She paints with

oils and creates flowers, still life and landscapes. Bradley was born in Oklahomaand her early schooling was inspired by teachers who were talented in music,painting and sketching. While raising a family, she had little time to paint, but in1980 she moved to the Kern River Valley and began to paint again.

Stop by the museum’s library room and see this month’s large display cabinetcollection. The collections are changed each month. Over time we have present-ed a large variety of collections including Indian jewelry, dolls, political pins,antique medical items, Victorian items and souvenir cups. The June display isJoanna Johnson’s extensive collection of Alaska memorabilia.

Downtown Business Association calling all artistsBakersfield’s Downtown Business Association is looking for artists to fill their

Third Thursday events. It is completely free. Bring a table or easel, your art ormusic or information and yourself. The theme for this Third Thursday is “SummerHome and Garden” on June 20 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. For more information andto confirm your spot, email [email protected] or call 661-325-5892.They are also looking to do a sidewalk chalk walk for kids and artists. They needvolunteer artists interested in doing demonstrations. Chalk and sidewalk provid-ed! For information email [email protected] or call 661-324-9000.

Kern Valley Christian Woman’s“Relationships Matter” is the theme of this year’s Kern Valley Christian

Woman’s Conference to be held on Saturday June 22 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. atMountain View Baptist Church, 2959 Erskine Creek Road, Lake Isabella. The con-ference includes a catered lunch and a performance by the band, Allasso. Ticketsare $20 in advance and $25 at the door. Call Judy Buck at 760-379-5010 for ticketsor Cheri Martin at 760-379-4141.

Horse sanctuary party/fundraiser in SouthlakeThe High Sierra Wild Horse Sanctuary and Gentling Center is having a

fundraiser on Sunday, June 30, with games, entertainment, face painting, contests,raffle prizes and a silent auction at the Kern River Christian Church from 1 to 4p.m. The church is at 14900 Highway 178 in Weldon. The suggested donation forhot dog, chips, drink, cookie and one free raffle ticket is $8 for adults, $5 for chil-dren ages 5 to 18 years and $3 for younger children. Call Nadia Lane at 760-401-0198 or Sheila Walsh at 760-223-6504 for more information.

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new Fictitious Business NameStatement must be filed before theexpiration. The filing of this state-ment does not of itself authorize theuse in this State of a fictitious busi-ness name in violation of the rightsof another under Federal, State orCommon Law (see Section 14411 etseq., Business and ProfessionsCode). Signed: Saceila Mcanally.This statement filed on 05/24/2013.Expires 05/24/2018. Mary B.Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: E Del Villar.Published by the Kern River CourierMay 31, June 7, 14 and 21, 2013.

STATEMENT OF ABANDON-MENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS

BUSINESS NAME:Fictitious Business Name beingabandoned: COUNTRY LIVINGFEED AND SUPPLY (2012 - B6320)Street address of business: 15404Highway 178, Weldon, CA 93283.Mailing address of Business: 9113Comanche Way, Weldon, CA 93283.REGISTRANT WHO WISHES TOABANDON THE BUSINESSNAME: Saceila McAnally, 9113Comanche Way, Weldon, CA 93283.Original FBN Statement Filed on:11/02/2012. This Statement ofAbandonment filed on: 05/24/2013.Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk by E. DelVillar, Deputy Clerk (34993).Published by the Kern River CourierMay 31, June 7, 14 and 21, 2013.


Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA#1: ACCU-PROOF PROOFREAD-ING SERVICES, (2013 - B3271)Street address of principal place ofbusiness: 209 Brentwood Drive,Tehachapi, CA 93561. Mailingaddress of business: 785-G TuckerRoad, PMB 506, Tehachapi, CA93561. REGISTRANT: Frances A.Cook, 209 Brentwood Drive,Tehachapi, CA 93561. Business isbeing conducted as an Individual.Date the business commenced:00/00/0000. Notice: In accordancewith subdivision (a) of Section17920, a fictitious name statementgenerally expires at the end of fiveyears from the date on which it wasfiled in the office of the CountyClerk, except, as provided in subdi-vision (b) of Section 17920, where itexpires 40 days after any change inthe facts set forth in the statementpursuant to Section 17913 otherthan a change in the residenceaddress of a registered owner. Anew Fictitious Business NameStatement must be filed before theexpiration. The filing of this state-ment does not of itself authorize theuse in this State of a fictitious busi-ness name in violation of the rightsof another under Federal, State orCommon Law (see Section 14411 etseq., Business and ProfessionsCode). Signed: Frances A. Cook.This statement filed on 05/31/2013.Expires 05/31/2018. Mary B.Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: E Del Villar.Published by the Kern RiverCourier June 14, 21, 28 and July 5,2013.

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