Discover the HD Issue 20. March 2024.

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ARTHROPOLOOZA: THE ULTIMATE BUG FEST!

FACES + PLACES OF THE HD

BARSTOW HARVEY HOUSE BARSTOW, CA

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APPLE VALLEY

Luz Observatory

Visit the Lewis Center for Educational Research for star gazing provided by the High Desert Astronomical Society (HiDAS)

20702 Thunderbird Rd

Visit lewiscenter.org or call 760-486-1598 for dates and times

St. Paddy’s Day 3k/5k

Bring the family and run through beautiful Civic Center Park. Be sure to bring a watch (or your cellphone) as you will need to keep track of your own time There is no starting time so you can join in the fun anytime! Our Recreation staff will be out to celebrate your finish with music, your finishers medal, and a beer voucher to be redeemed at Off the Grid Brewery Civic Center Park

Saturday, March 16

Fee: $15

Annual Sharon Fraizer Easter Egg Hunt & Eggstravaganza

The Sharon Frazier Annual Easter Egg Hunt co-hosted by AV Optimist Club #15017 is back! Children ages 10 and under are invited to participate in this FREE annual Easter Egg Hunt. Children are encouraged to bring their Easter Basket for egg collecting fun Please note, parents are not permitted on the field with their children For more information, please contact the Recreation

Department at 760-2407880

James Woody Community Center

Monday, March 30

9:30am - 12pm

Bunny Run

Kick off the Spring Season in the Town of Apple Valley by running (or hopping!) in the annual Bunny Run! Awards for men, women and children in different age divisions A signed liability waiver is required for all participants. Finisher medals and a FREE commemorative race tshirt for the first 50 preregistered, paid runners Pre-registration ends Thursday, 3/21 or when we have reached event capacity

James Woody, Field #8

Saturday, March 30

Check-in begins at 6am, Race begins at 7am. $21 pre-registration. $25 on-site Walkers FREE

2nd Saturdays

Join Victor Valley Museum for Second Saturdays with Pajama Storytime and Homemade Bookmarks! Bring your own blanket and favorite stuffed animal too! They will have games and opportunities to win prizes Regular museum admission applies.

Saturday, March 9

11am - 3pm

The Market at Town's End

Outdoor venue hosting vendors, great food, fun

family activities and special events

22092 CA-18

Sundays 10am - 3pm

Wednesdays 5pm - 9pm

Arthropolooza: The Ultimate Bugfest.

The Victor Valley museum is going bigger and even buggier in 2024! If creepy crawlies don’t give you the creeps, then

Arthropolooza: The Ultimate Bugfest will Join Victor Valley Museum to celebrate all things creepy, crawly, sticky, prickly, wiggly, yucky, and kind of cute The day will be filled with festivities that highlight arthropods as well as a great opportunity for families to have a good time together to develop a love of nature! General admission is $10 (adult), $8 (military or senior), $7 (student), and $5 (child ages 6 to 12).

Sunday, March 30

11am - 4pm

BARSTOW

Barstow Farmers Market

Join the City of Barstow for the community Farmers Market Shop local, buy local, support local 300 E Clark

Saturday, March 16 12pm - 4pm

Easter Egg Hunt

The City of Barstow invites you to an Easter Egg Hunt Enjoy food vendors, pictures, bounce houses & prizes.

Robert A. Session Sports

Park

Saturday, March 30 9am - 2pm

Egg Hunt Begins at 11am

BIG BEAR

Big Bear Farmers Market

Enjoy fresh fruits, vegetables and flowers all summer long when you shop arts, crafts, health products and a huge variety of collectibles at the Big Bear Farmers Market

Big Bear Convention Center

42900 Big Bear Blvd

Tuesdays 8:30am - 1pm

Big Bear Polar Plunge Run, walk, or dance into the chilly waters of Big Bear Lake to raise funds for

Special Olympics Inland Empire For a minimum $50 donation, you can participate in the coolest event of 2024! Plungers will have the opportunity to earn incentives, party with friends, and be freezin' for a reason: to help support Special Olympics athletes and programs

Big Bear Lake

Saturday, March 16

Discovery Center Nature Walks

Join the Discovery Center on a 1/2 mile guided nature walk along their nature trail Walks are dependent on volunteer availability Call the Discovery Center ahead to see what times Nature Walks are scheduled Thursday through Sunday.

Big Bear Discover Center

3/2, 3/3, 3/7, 3/8, 3/9, 3/10, 3/14, 3/15, 3/16, 3/17

HESPERIA

Hesperia Community Farmers Market

Enjoy shopping from small local businesses, local farmers, local food trucks and more

Hesperia Civic Plaza Park

15833 Smoketree St

Saturdays 10am - 3pm

HD BMX

A track for new riders and seasoned professionals alike, and is USA BMX approved and sponsored We also have a separate Strider track for the younger riders, complete with starting hill and gate Monday and Wednesday Night Racing

Live Oak Park

17427 Live Oak Street

• Sign-ups 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.

• Practice $8

• Race $12

• Balance Bikes sign-ups 5:30-6:30 p m

• Racing is at 6:45 p m and the fee is $10

VICTORVILLE

High Desert Farmers Market

Offering a variety of fresh foods and unique gifts

Victor Valley College

Lower Campus

18422 Bear Valley Rd

Every Thursday 8am - 12pm

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Discovering Barstow Harvey House

The Barstow Harvey House in Barstow, CA stands as a testament to the bygone era of classic rail travel and hospitality. Discover this hidden gem with its rich history and captivating architecture

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Discovering Barstow Harvey House Barstow, CA

In the heart of Barstow, California, the Barstow Harvey House stands as a testament to the bygone era of classic rail travel and hospitality. This hidden gem, with its rich history and captivating architecture, invites visitors to step back in time and experience the allure of the early 20th century.

Built in 1911 by the legendary Fred Harvey Company, the Harvey House served as a crucial pit stop for weary travelers on the Atchison, Topeka, and Santa Fe Railway The architecture, a blend of Mission Revival and Spanish Colonial Revival styles, reflects the elegance of a bygone era Today, this meticulously restored landmark allows visitors to immerse themselves in the nostalgia of a time when train travel was an adventure in itself

The adjacent Route 66 Mother Road Museum adds another layer to the Barstow Harvey House experience. Exhibits showcase the significance of Route 66 and the role the Harvey House played in connecting the East and West during the heyday of American road trips. The museum offers a fascinating glimpse into the cultural and social aspects of travel in the early to mid-20th century.

In a world of modern conveniences, the Barstow Harvey House stands as a living testament to a time when travel was an art form and hospitality was an experience It beckons to those who appreciate history, architecture, and the allure of a bygone era, offering a glimpse into the past that is both enchanting and educational

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FOOD + DRINK

APPLE VALLEY

Awake Juice Bar

Organic cold-pressed juices, salads, toasts and smoothie bowls

18855 Bear Valley Rd. #5

IG: awakejuicebar

760-614-2439

Halo Donuts

Serving a wide variety of donuts, smoothies, coffee and mochi donuts

19201 Bear Valley Rd

760-240-4085

Los Pollos Bros

Known for the best rotisserie chicken that is full of flavors and slow-roasted to perfection

12218 Apple Valley Rd.

IG: los pollos bros

760-961-2767

Mama Carpino's Experience authentic Italian cuisine and indulge in a wide range of delectable dishes

22010 CA-18

IG: mamacarpinos

760-452-3299

Montecito Kitchen

New and delicious Mexican American restaurant serving a variety of your favorite items

12218 Apple Valley Rd

760-881-8847

Off The Grid Brewing Co. Superior brewery providing quality beers all year round

13615 John Glenn Rd. Ste. A

IG: otgbrew

760-247-5600

Oggi's Sports | Brewhouse |

Pizza

Serving high-quality pizza, pasta, salads, beer, and even sports

19201 Bear Valley Rd

760-503-5656

Pizza Factory

Locally owned and operated Hand-tossed pizza Dine-In, Curbside, To-Go, Pickup.

12275 Apple Valley Rd

IG: pizzafactoryofapplevalley

760-247-7477

Ruben's Mariscos and Mexican Grill

Delicious Mexican food and excellent service.

20779 Bear Valley Rd

IG: rubensmariscos

760-249-4111

Spirit River Cafe

Serves breakfast and lunch daily with a wide selection of menu items A local favorite is the biscuits and gravy

16020 Apple Valley Rd B4

FB: Spirit River Cafe

760-242-1400

Starbucks

Where coffee becomes an experience Serving signature roasts and light bites.

12218 Bear Valley Rd

18165 Highway 18

14880 Dale Evans Pkwy

Town's End Stillhouse and Grill

Highest quality of fresh ingredients presented in a consistent, artistic way

22020 Highway 18

IG: testillhouseandgrill

760-961-8696

Yogurtland

Ultimate self-serve frozen yogurt and ice cream

12218 Apple Valley Rd. 760-249-9984

BARSTOW

DiNapoli's Firehouse

Charming atmosphere that combines good eats and good drinks since 1994

1358 E Main St

IG: dinapolisfirehousebarstow

760-256-1094

Original Del Taco

The original Del Taco locations in Barstow where they serve the original Del Taco menu!

401 N First Ave

760-253-2641

1310 E Mountain View St.

760-256-8226

2871 Lenwood Rd. 760-256-2819

HESPERIA

Crumbl Cookies

The world's best cookies

12717 S Main St. Ste. 510 442-600-4754

D6 Pizza

Delivering excellence one pie at a time Homemade sauce and dough made daily Craft beers on tap

15555 Main St Ste D6

IG: d6pizza

760-948-8877

Don Reyes Airport Cafe

Enjoy the best Authentic Mexican food

17070 Summit Valley Rd

IG: hesperia airport cafe 760-615-0688

Italian Kitchen

Serving authentic Italian food since 1973

16409 Yucca St 760-244-7757

Jenny's Country Cookin

Serving excellent breakfast and lunch

11272 G Ave #6 760-947-5514

Jerry's Cafe

Serving breakfast and Lunch

Great quality homemade American and South of the Border food.

15555 Main St

760-995-4167

Juliano's Italian Restaurant

Serving authentic Italian food since 2004

12052 Hesperia Rd

760-949-0595

Los Pollos Bros

Slow roasted rotisserie chicken

15550 Main St A1

IG: los pollos bros 760-981-4325

Love Oasis Sushi

Serving great quality sushi at incredible prices

12719 Main St #400

IG: loveoasis.sushi

760-244-9608

Thai Lotus Restaurant

Basil chicken, pad thai noodles and drunken noodles

12027 Hesperia Rd

IG: thailotusrestaurant

760-949-9362

T N T's Cafe

Serving breakfast and lunch 7 days a week.

14767 Bear Valley Rd

IG: tnts cafe

760-947-3663

LUCERNE VALLEY

Cafe 247

A unique little food place with great food, bbq, cold beer and live music on the weekend

32866 Old Woman Springs Rd

760-248-6088

China House

Your stop for fresh Chinese

cuisine Serving fresh, delicious, made-to-order Chinese food. 32716 CA-18

760-248-6646

ORO GRANDE

Cross Eyed Cow

Hip pizzeria making delicious pizzas made to order 19242 National Trails Hwy crosseyedcowpizza com

760-241-1987

PHELAN

My Hero Subs & Pub Subs, salads, cold beer and infamous jalapeno poppers. 4190 Phelan Rd

IG: myherosubsandpub

760-241-1987

The Ranch Steakhouse

Breakfast, lunch, dinner, desserts and hand crafted drinks Live entertainment every weekend

4264 Phelan Rd

IG: theranchsteakhousephelan ca 442-936-9111

VICTORVILLE

Captain's Grill

Local Baja inspired hot spot serving the High Desert's best variety of fish tacos and the

infamous potato taco

*Catering available

12748 Amargosa Rd #7

IG: captainsgrill

760-245-5555

Down Home Grill

Fresh-baked buns, grass-fed beef and in-house made thousand island

12120 Ridgecrest Rd #101 downhomegrill com

760-241-4663

Mediterranean Island Kebab Grill

Fresh Mediterranean food

14875 Bear Valley Rd

IG: mediterraneanislandkebab

442-800-5228

PV's Fresh Grill & Tequila

Energetic cantina with full bar and live mariachis on weekends

11620 Amargosa Rd

IG: panchovillasrestaurants

760-981-1985

Tacos AL 100%

Specializing in tacos, burritos and other Mexican food favorites

*Catering available

IG: tacosal100

15441 Anacapa Rd 442-242-77732

WRIGHTWOOD

Evergreen Cafe

A gem in the mountains

1269 Evergreen Rd.

760-249-6393

Village Grind

Cozy coffee shop offering breakfast, lunch and dinner 6020 Park Ave

760-249-5501

Wrightwood Brew Co

Great sandwiches and local brew with an amazing mountain view

1257 Apple Ave

760-488-3163

The Yodeler

A local favorite offering homemade pizza and burgers. 6046 Park Dr

760-276-3987