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timeanddate.com Courier Extra The December solstice is also known as the “summer solstice” in the southern hemisphere. It is the winter solstice only in the northern hemisphere. It arrives at 3:03 p.m. PST Sunday, Dec. 21. The December solstice occurs when the sun reaches its most southerly declination of -23.5 degrees which is when the North Pole is tilted 23.5 degrees away from the sun. Depending on the Gregorian calendar, the December solstice occurs annually on a day between December 20 and December 23. On this date, all places above a latitude of 66.5 degrees north (Arctic Polar Circle) are now in darkness, while locations below a latitude of 66.5 degrees south (Antarctic Polar Circle) receive 24 hours of daylight. The sun is directly overhead on the Tropic of Capricorn in the southern hemisphere during the December solstice. It also marks the longest day of the year in terms of daylight hours for those living south of the equator. Those living or travelling south from the Antarctic Circle towards the South Pole will see the midnight sun during this time of the year. The relative position of the Earth’s axis to the sun changes during the cycle of seasons. This phenomenon is the reason why the sun’s height above the horizon changes throughout the year.

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Santa’s delight - Cookies and hot chocolate are served up at Bright Lights and Santa on Scovern Street in Lake Isabella Friday and Saturday night.

■ Bright Lights & Santa, December 19 & 20 Join the residents of Scovern Street in Lake Isabella and the members of the Kern Valley High School California Scholarship Federation as they light up the night on Scovern Street between Crestview and Webb from

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Nursing pinning caps year Natalie Dorrell, CCC Courier Congrats Students, family, friends, faculty and staff enjoyed the solemn, joyful, and at times humorous, Cerro Coso Nursing Capping and Pinning Ceremony held for the first time in the Kern River Valley at the Kern Valley Hospital in Mountain Mesa. A time-honored tradition, the Cerro Coso Community College Nursing Capping and Pinning ceremony signi-

fies the successful completion of a rigorous and physically demanding program of study. On Friday, Dec. 12, Cerro Coso symbolically welcomed 15 Student Vocational Nurses into a profession of service to others. Friends and family were honored for their support during the numerous hours of study, classroom instruction and work at clinical facilities.

“Our students really appreciate the opportunity to celebrate the achievements with those close to them..” said Annette Hodgins, director of Vocational Nursing at the College. Kelly Martin, educational director at the hospital gave an inspiring address to the graduates. The ceremony commemorated the successful completion of their nursing coursework and

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Holiday brings a ‘wreath’of greenery whychristmas.com Courier FYI Holly, ivy and other greenery such as mistletoe were originally used in pre-Christian times to help celebrate the Winter Solstice Festival and ward off evil spirits and to celebrate new growth. When Christianity came into Western Europe, some people wanted to keep the greenery, to give it Christian meanings but also to ban the use of it to decorate homes. The UK and Germany were the main countries to keep the use of the greenery as decorations. Here are the Christian meanings: ■ Wreath Hanging a circular wreath of ever-

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greens during mid winter seems to go back a very long way. It might have started back in Roman times when wreaths were hung on their doors as a sign of victory and of their status. Rich Roman women also wore them as headdresses at special occasions like weddings and to show they were posh. Roman Emperors also wore Laurel Wreaths. They were also given to the winners of events in the original Olympic Games in Greece.

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The word “wreath” comes from the Old English word “writhen” which means to writhe or twist. Christmas Wreaths as we know them today, might have started life as Kissing Boughs or come from the German and Easter European custom of Advent Wreaths. ■ Holly The prickly leaves represent the crown of thorns that Jesus wore when he was crucified. The berries are the drops of blood that were shed by Jesus because of the thorns. In Scandinavia, it is known as the Christ Thorn. In pagan times, holly was thought to be a

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Santa Sightings 6:30 to approximately 9 p.m. with wonderful Christmas lights, cookies and hot chocolate, and a visit from Santa. All proceeds will help brighten the holidays of local families. ■ Santa in Circle Park, December 19 & 20 Santa’s Workshop is a special place for children of all ages. Bundle up and get ready for the holiday season in Kernville’s Circle Park. Santa will be there from 4 to 7 p.m. ■ Children’s Christmas party December 21 The Kern River Valley Elks Lodge invites all Kern River Valley residents to the annual Children’s Christmas Party on Dec. 21 from 2 to 4 p.m. Doors will open at 1:45 p.m. Refresh-ments will be served, and families are invited. Santa will be there for children ages birth to 10 at 6708 Wofford Blvd., Wofford Heights 760376-6575. ■ Valley Thrift Christmas party December 24 Santa will be handing out presents to the pre-registered good boys and girls.

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water data: Wednesday 2 p.m. Storage, Isabella Reservoir 45,229 acre-feet 2014 Reservoir peak 80,737 acre-feet Pool maximum 568,075 acre-feet Pool safety limit 360,000 acre-feet Upper Kern Inflow 168 cfs Lower Kern Outflow 201 cfs Borel Canal Outflow 0 cfs (stopped) Data from U.S. Army Corps of Engineers cfs=cubic feet per second 1 cu.ft. = 7.48 U.S. gallons 1 ac.ft.= 325,851 U.S. gal. *(5-hr average Kernville)

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■ Bright Lights and Santa December 19 Come join the residents of Scovern Street in Lake Isabella and the members of the Kern Valley High School CSF as they light up the night with wonderful Christmas lights, cookies and hot chocolate and a visit from Santa. On Scovern Street between Crestview and Webb from 6:30 to approximately 9 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 19. All proceeds will help brighten the holidays of local families.

Santa’s Workshop is a special place for children of all ages. So bundle up and get ready for the holiday season in Kernville’s Circle Park. Santa will be available 4 to 7 p.m.

■ Santa in Circle Park December 19

■ Bright Lights and Santa December 20

Regular activities Fridays

■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.,TOPS #2293 weight loss group, 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. ■ 12 - 1 p.m., AA, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760379-4112. ■ 1 p.m., Happy Hookers crochet club, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-6335. ■ 6 p.m. (2nd Fri.), Kernville Baptist Church game night. Next to Pizza Barn. 760-223-1036. ■ 7 p.m. Alano Club, AA 12x12 study, 4030 Perdue, Lake Isabella. ■ 7 - 8 p.m., AA, Kernville Chamber of Commerce, 11447 Kernville Rd.,760-379-4112 or 760-417-9701

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■ 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., Farmer’s Market, Lakeshore Lodge, Wofford Heights. ■ 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Kern River Hatchery Free. 14415 Sierra Way Kernville. 760-376-2846 ■ 3 p.m. (1st Sat.), Havilah Historical Society, Havilah Schoolhouse. 760-379-2636. ■ 5-7 p.m. Dinner. (2nd & 4th Sat. - Karaoke @ 7 p.m.) Eagles Lodge, open to public, Mt. Mesa. 760379-3394 ■ 7 - 10 p.m. (1st Sat.), Dam Dancers square dancing, 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. Pot Luck, 7 p.m. Speaker (3rd Sat.), AA - KR Health Center, 67 Evans Rd., Wofford Hts. 760-379-4112 or 760-4179701 ■ 2 p.m. Alano Club, AA discussion, 4030 Perdue, Lake Isabella. ■ 6 p.m. (3rd Sat.) Alano Club, AA speaker, 4030 Perdue, Lake Isabella.

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■ 9 a.m. to noon - VFW Breakfast, public welcome. 2811 Nugget, Lake Isabella. 760-379-3877. ■ 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Kern River Hatchery Free. 14415 Sierra Way Kernville. 760-376-2846 ■ 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. (2nd Sun.), AA, Paradise Cove Restaurant, Hwy 178, Lake Isabella. Breakfast 10 a.m. / Speaker 11 a.m. 760-379-4112. ■ 2 - 3:30 p.m., AA - KR Health Center, 67 Evans Rd., Wofford Hts. 760-379-4112 or 760-417-9701

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■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ 2 - 3 p.m., Grief Support Group, Hoffmann Hospice 040-D Lake Isabella Blvd. 661-410-1010. ■ 12 - 1 p.m., AA, Senior Center,Lake Isabella. 760379-7318 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, Lake Isabella. 760-379-0043. ■ 3 p.m. (2nd Mon.-Board/4th Mon.-Member ship), Kernville Chamber. 760-376-2629. ■ 6 - 9 p.m., KRV Comm. Orchestra, Cerro Coso College, Lake Isabella. 760-376-4461. ■ 6:30 - 8 p.m., Boy Scout Troup 690, 1st Baptist Church, Lake Isabella. 760-812-7082. ■ 6 p.m. (3rd Mon.), KRV Art Assoc., Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-2844. ■ 6 - 7 p.m., AA, Mtn. View Baptish Church, 2959 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312. ■ 7:30 - 9 p.m., AA, Grace Chapel, 12308 Mtn. Mesa Rd., Mtn. Mesa. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312.

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■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ 9 a.m., Yoga Practice Group, Kernville Methodist Church. 909-753-9043. ■ 10 a.m. (2nd Tue.), Kern Valley Garden Group. 760-379-1129. ■ 10 a.m. - noon Kern County Department of Public Health Immunization Clinic 7050 Lake Isabella Blvd, Lake Isabella. 877-818-4787 ■ 10:30a.m., Armour of God Narcotics Anonymous, College Community Services, 2731 Nuggett Ave., Lake Isabella. ■ 2 p.m. KRV Cemetery District. (2nd Tue. every other month). Public invited. 760-376-2189. ■ 6 p.m. (2nd Tue.), Lake Isabella-Bodfish Property Owners, Senior Center, Lake Isabella 760-760-3795552. ■ 6:30 p.m., (2nd Tue.) Epilepsy Support Group, Bakersfield. 760-376-1606 or 760-258-5272. ■ 7 p.m. (3rd Tue.), Fish & Game Habitat Club, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-376-3178

■ Santa in Circle Park December 20 Santa’s Workshop is a special place for children of all ages, so bundle up and get ready for the holiday season in Kernville’s Circle Park. Santa will be available from 4 to 7 p.m.

■ 7 p.m., (4th Tue.), KRV Historical Society, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. ■ 7 - 8:30 p.m., AA, KR Health Center, 67 Evans Rd., 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

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■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ 9 -11:30 a.m. (1st & 3rd Wed.), Dam Quilters, senior apts. behind Vons, Lake Isabella. 760-3799921. ■ 9:30 a.m., TOPS weight loss group, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 661-867-2579. ■ 10:30a.m., Armour of God Narcotics Anonymous, College Community Services, 2731 Nuggett Ave., Lake Isabella. ■ Noon (2nd Wed.) KRV Chamber of Commerce meeting, Moose Lodge, Lake Isabella. 760-3795236. ■ 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. ■ 2:30 - 4 p.m., Grief Support Group, Optimal Hospice, 6504-E Lake Isabella Blvd. ■ 6 p.m. (1st Wed.), American Legion Riders VFW, 2811 Nugget, Lake Isabella. ■ 6 p.m. (3rd Wed.), American Legion, Senior Center Veterans Rm. Lake Isabella. 760-379-5086. ■ 7 p.m. - 9:30 p.m., Senior Dance, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. Live band. ■ 7 p.m. Alano Club, AA, 4030 Perdue, Lake Isabella. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312. ■ 7 - 8:30 p.m., AA, KR Health Center, 67 Evans Rd. Wofford Hts., 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312. ■ 7 p.m., Elks Lodge, Wofford Blvd., Wofford Hts. ■ 7 p.m., Al-Anon, Christ's Fellowship Church, Wofford Hts.. 760-417-0199 or 760-379-7312

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■ First and Third Thursdays, Kern County Veteran's Services assistance to veterans and widows. Lake Isabella County complex, 7050 Lake Isabella Blvd. Call 661-868-7300 or 866-218-5367.. ■ 9 a.m., Yoga Practice Group, Kernville Methodist Church. 909-753-9043. ■ 9 a.m. - noon, Thursday Painters, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5329. ■ 9:30 a.m., (3rd Thu.), Fire Safe Council, Supervisor’s office, County Bldg., Lake Isabella. ■ 10 a.m., Mediyoga, Lake Isabella Senior Center. ■ 10:30a.m., Armour of God Narcotics Anonymous, College Community Services, 2731 Nuggett Ave., Lake Isabella. ■10:30 a.m. Toddler Story Time, Lake Isabella Library, 7054 Lake Isabella Blvd. 760-549-2083. ■ 11:45 a.m. (4th Thu.), KRV Women’s Club meeting, Elks Lodge. ■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831 ■ Noon, Exchange Club, Paradise Cove. ■ 5 - 7 p.m., TANF Cultural Night, French Gulch Campground. ■ 3:30 - 5 p.m. (4th Thu.), Kern River Valley Collaborative, Veterans Hall, Rm. 1., Lake Isabella. 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 of the Kern River Valley, 6075 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. 760-378-3695 or 760-376-1462. ■ 6 p.m., Rotary Club, KRV Elks Lodge, Wofford Heights. 760-376-2844. ■ 6 p.m., Weight Watchers, Highland Chapel 5301 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. Weigh-in 5:30 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, KRVGAnews@gmail.com ■ 6:30 p.m., Sweet Adelines, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. New members welcome. ■ 7 p.m., (3rd Thu.), Kern Valley Astronomy Club, Museum, Kernville. 760-376-1291. ■ 7 - 8:30 p.m., AA, Senior Center, 6405 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. 760-379-4112.

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■ Saturday, noon, South Fork Women’s Club, 6488 Fay Ranch Road., Weldon ■ Sunday, 11 a.m., Moose Lodge, 6732 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. ■ Wednesday, 1 p.m., Senior Center, 6405 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. ■ Thursday, Early Bird 12:15 p.m., Regular 1 p.m., St. Jude Catholic Church, 86 Nellie Dent Dr. at Hwy 155, Wofford Hts. This information is submitted to the Courier by the groups listed. Please call the phone numbers provided to check times and location.

Come join the residents of Scovern Street in Lake Isabella and the members of the Kern Valley High School CSF as they light up the night with wonderful Christmas lights, cookies and hot chocolate and a visit from Santa. On Scovern Street between Crestview and Webb from 6:30 to approximately 9 p.m. on Saturday, Drec. 20. All proceeds will help brighten the holidays of local families. ■ Star Party December 20 Starting at 6 p.m. at the parking lot at Old Isabella Road, the KRV Astronomy Club will host its next star party. See the beautiful, clear, night-time skies over the Kern River Valley. Come view constellations, planets, nebulas, star clusters, galaxies and more. Come look through their telescopes, or if you have a telescope, bring it. Bundle up, bring a lounge chair, hot drink, and snack, and look for telescopes set up in the parking lot. The star party will run from 6 to 9 p.m. If cloudy call ahead to Rich 760376- 1291 or 760-376-6290. ■ Children’s Christmas party December 21 The Kern River Valley Elks Lodge invites all KRV residents to the annual Children’s Christmas Party on Sunday, Dec. 21 from 2 to 4 p.m. Doors will open at 1:45 p.m. Refreshments will be served, and families are invited. Santa will be there for children ages up to 10 years old at 6708 Wofford Blvd, Wofford Heights 760- 376-6575. ■ Commodities distribution December 23 Government food commodities will be distributed to those who qualify on Tuesday, Dec. 23 at the New Life Church in Wofford Heights, Grace Chapel in Mountain Mesa and at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella. Distribution starts at 8 a.m. ■ KRV Collaborative December 25 There will not be a Kern River Valley Collaborative meeting this month. It will resume in January. Call 760-379-2556 or go to KRVFRC.org for more information. ■ Assistance for Veterans January 8 The Bakersfield Vet Center provides counseling services to our Veterans living in remote areas of Kern County. The Bakersfield Vet Center counselor will be at the Senior Center/Veterans Hall from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. For those Veterans attending the Bakersfield VA Clinic for counseling, their families, and any Veteran who feels the need to readjust to civilian life after service in a combat theatre - call 661323-VETS (8387) to make an appointment with them at the Lake Isabella Senior Center. ■ Houchin Blood Drive January 20 The KRV blood drive will take place at the First Baptist Church in Lake Isabella, from noon to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 20. Please bring picture ID with date of birth. ■ KRV Collaborative January 22 Join with the KRV Collaborative and learn about vital services and opportunities in the Kern Valley. It meets from 3:30 to 5 p.m. at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella. Call 760-379-2556 or go to KRVFRC.org for more information. ■ Commodities distribution January 27 Government food commodities will be distributed to those who qualify on Tuesday Jan. 27 at the New Life Church in Wofford Heights, Grace Chapel in Mountain Mesa and at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella. Distribution starts at 8 a.m. Submissions to the free Courier Calendar must be received on Tuesday by 1 p.m. in order to make each Friday’s issue. Events must be open to the public and if there is any cost, it must be listed. Items submitted for our free Calendar listings may be shortened. Listings are printed in chronological order by event date and space available. Submitted items deemed entirely or mostly business advertising will not be accepted. Some event information gathered from the chambers of commerce, KRVR or kernvalley.com.

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Kern Transit plan The Kern Council of Governments is working with Kern Transit, our local public transit provider, to develop a five-year transit plan in the Kern River Valley. This plan will be based on an understanding of community needs and feedback from our community. The Kernville Chamber of Commerce has surveys available at their office. They will have them available until the end of the year. If you would like to submit your feedback electronically, visit krvtransitsurvey.com. The Chamber office will also have computers available to the public if needed.

FFA fresh Christmas trees for sale FFA Boosters are selling beautiful fresh Christmas trees: Noble Firs, Douglas Firs, and new this year, Grand Firs, as well as fresh, live, decorated wreaths. They are located beside the Shell Gas Station on Lake Isabella Blvd. The lot will be open Monday through Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. (some week days opening at noon depending on additional volunteers) and from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sat.urday and Sunday. Free hot chocolate and coffee are being served! Contact Rebecca Gholson at 760-5493389 for further information. FFA Boosters is a volunteer group that supports the agricultural projects and other competitions of Kern Valley High students. You’d better hurry. Two-thirds of the trees are already gone!

The Drugstore girls 4th annual Food and Toy Drive Please help us gather food and new toys for Valley Thrift Store. They will hand them out on Christmas Eve. Drop them off at The Drugstore in Kernville from now until Tuesday, Dec. 23.

Pet adoption event for the holidays The 4th annual “Home 4 the Holidays” adoption event started last month and continues until Saturday, Jan. 10 with special adoption prices, $20 for dogs and $10 for cats. Help homeless pets find their forever homes this holiday season. For information on adopting, call 661-868-7100, or email adopt@co.kern.ca.us.

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Whenever I think of good times in days past, I often think of the days close to Christmas. Today, I’d like to share one of my better memories of a Christmas season long ago. I was eight years old and living with my Gramma and Grandpa. One morning a couple of weeks before Christmas, Gramps came in the house and said, “Bundle up. We’re going to cut ourselves a Christmas tree.” We put on our warmies and snow shoes. It was cold outside with snow in three-to-four foot drifts. On our land was a large grove of fir trees. Gramma and I put on skies and Gramps his snowshoes and off we went. After looking at several dozen trees we found and cut down the perfect one. We dragged it home and set it on the porch while we swept snow from its branches. After the tree had dried we took it inside and proceeded to decorate it. We put on lights, icicles and three strings of popcorn. I remember looking at that tree, smelling its fresh cut aroma and thinking that it was the “best” tree we had ever gotten. But, the best was yet to come. My dad and his girlfriend, my mom and step-dad, and my

brother, who lived with my mom, all came up to help celebrate Christmas. Our house was small but we had cabins that my Grandma rented and were empty during the latest snowfall. So my dad and my mom each had their own cabins. My brother slept with me. I don’t know how well the logistics worked but at eight years old, I was tickled to have my family around on Christmas morning all together. We sang Christmas carols and Gramps told a Christmas story which I didn’t believe a word of but it was fun to hear. I even remember my favorite toy that I got that year which was a steam engine powered a set of Tinker Toys. My brother and I took my toboggan and went out to the hill behind our house. We spent the better part of the day crashing into bushes and an occasional tree. Our fun was interrupted by the call for dinner which included a turkey, and all the trimmings. I noticed that I ate too much but I didn’t care. My brother, my mom and dad were there along with Grandma and Gramps; all the people who I loved and who loved me. I was sad to see them go at day’s end but I started playing with my steam engine and forgot all about them. That’s easy to do when you are only eight.

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Obituary James David Freeman March 12, 1944 - December 10, 2014

James David Freeman was born on March 12, 1944 in Santa Monica, CA and passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on December 10, 2014 in Lake Isabella. What can I say about the love of my life? High school education, dyslexic and blind in one eye. But that didn’t stop Jim. He always said he had a B.S. degree, then an M.S. (more of the same), and finally a Ph.D. (piled higher and deeper). Jim was an idea man, always trying. If one idea didn’t work he tried another. He was hardworking, loving and humorous. A straight shooter who told it like it was. He loved to create and used many mediums but his real love was painting pictures, many of which are on display at his home and business. Another love of his was restoring old trucks. Self-employed since 1980 in the Kern River Valley, with his current business being broker at Freeman’s Lakeside Realty. He loved this business and hated to walk away due to advancing illness. He cast a long shadow and is greatly missed. We’ll see you later, Jim. Jim was pre-deceased by his parents, J.D. and Louise Freeman and daughter, Jean. Survived by his wife, Nancy; daughter, Ann Goldsberry (Kevin), son, John, son, Matthew (Lisa); sisters Judy Pullin (Ken) and Lola Edwards (John); grandchildren Jacob, Devin, Cody, Nicky, Tabitha, Abigail, Isaiah, Gabriella, Andrew and Jade. He also leaves behind two great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Thanks to Kern Valley Hospital E.R., San Joaquin Hospital, Optimal Hospice, Pastor Guy and Elizabeth Rimstad, Brian Baskin, sons Matthew and John, daughterin-law Lisa, and the Lake Isabella Cremation & Funeral Society. Services will be held on Saturday, Dec. 20 at 11 a.m. at Kern Valley Bible Church, 3920 Golden Spur Street, in Lake Isabella. Death notices and obituaries with or without a picture are available for purchase in the Courier by calling 760-376-2860 during office hours weekdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., or can be requested through your local mortuary.

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By Wilson Casey 1. Is the book of Luke in the Old or New Testament or neither? 2. For the journey to Bethlehem, how did Mary and Joseph travel? Bible not specific, Walked, Rode donkey, Boat 3. When Mary became pregnant, she and Joseph were “what?” Married, Engaged, Just friends, Strangers 4. At the birth of Jesus, who was king of Judaea? Solomon, Herod, Balak, Belshazzar 5. What was the home city of Mary and Joseph? Capernaum, Nazareth, Aphek, Shechem 1) New; 2) Bible not specific; 3) Engaged; 4) Herod; 5) Nazareth. © 2014 King Features Synd., Inc.

Christmas Challenges Dan Schlensker, Courier Columnist Although I don’t see it so much these days, when I was a youngster, I can remember my mother getting profoundly upset every time she Schlensker saw, substituted for Christmas, the word Xmas. She was convinced that people were trying to take Christ out of Christmas, or at least demonstrating a degree of laziness that made the letters C-h-r-i-s-t expendable. Indeed, many were, in fact, trying to take Christ out of Christmas. And there was a reaction from the Christian community that gave rise to that old slogan, “Don’t take Christ out of Christmas!” I shared my mother’s concern with no small amount of grief until some years later I discovered that the letter X is also, in the Greek alphabet, a “chi” (pronounced “ky” or “key”), and X is the first letter in Jesus’ title, Christ. In Greek, Christ is pronounced “Krys-tos .” So, like in the abbreviations, b-day (birthday) or J-Lo (Jennifer Lopez), X, being actually the first initial of Christ in Greek, allows X-mas to be seen as Christmas. Well, I am still not completely comfortable with “Xmas” for the above-cited reasons. However an apparently more sinister perversion of the Christmas season in more recent years is the popular,

politically correct, greeting, “Happy Holidays.” That seems to be another concerted effort to exclude the Savior from the celebration of His own birth! Under the guise of being more inclusive, “Happy Holidays” is presumed to be less offensive to some people in the Christmas season. But wait a minute. Do they celebrate the 4th of July in Canada, or in Asian or Middle-Eastern countries? No! Do we require folks from foreign countries to celebrate with us if they are in the USA or fault them if they don’t? Or do we water down or change the substance, motivation, or nature of our celebration of Independence Day in order to accommodate those, who are not so thrilled with our national heritage, or might, in fact, find it offensive? No! So why should Christmas be modified to make it less offensive … to whomever? Be that as it may, however, the inventors of the “Holiday Season” kinda shot themselves in the foot with their word choice, since the word “holiday” comes from “holy day,” that is, a day set aside for sacred use. It is a day that has been made holy, and the only One, Who can do that - Who can make anything holy - is God. As it turns out, therefore, “Happy Holidays” gives glory to God. But I still prefer, “Friends, a Blessed Christmas to you!” Dan Schlensker is pastor of Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church Lake Isabella.

Valley places of Worship Kernville

■ First Baptist Church of Kernville 46 Valley View Drive, Kernville. Sunday 10:00 a.m. 760-376-6403 ■ Kernville United Methodist Church 251 Big Blue Rd., Kernville. Sunday’s 9:30 a.m. 760-376-2751 ■ Prince of Peace Lutheran Fellowship 44 Big Blue Road, Kernville. Sunday School 9 a.m., Service 10:30 a.m. 760-417-2014 ■ St. Peter’s Anglican Church 11876 Sierra Way, Kernville. Sunday 10:00 a.m. 760-376-6362 ■ St. Sherrian’s Episcopal Church At Kernville United Methodist Church. Sunday 11 a.m

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■ Faith Community Foursquare Church 20 W. Panorama, Wofford Hts. Sunday Service 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. 760-376-6719 ■ New Life Assembly of God 25 Arden Av., Wofford Hts. Sunday 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m.760-376-6402 ■ St. Jude Catholic Church 86 Nellie Dent Dr., Wofford Heights. Sun, 8 a.m. & 10 a.m., Sat. 4 p.m. 760-376-2416 ■ Calvary Chapel 125 Sycamore Drive, Wofford Hts. Sunday 10 a.m. and Wed. 6:30 p.m.760-376-8789 ■ Christ Fellowship 80 Evans Road, Wofford Hts. Sun. 10:30 a.m. Lake Isabella/Bodfish

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■ First Baptist Church of Lake Isabella 3701 Suhre, Lake Isabella. Sunday 8:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m. School 9:45 a.m. 760-379-5615 ■ Landmark Missionary Baptist Church 2741 Mountain View Rd, Lake Isabella. Sunday 9:45 a.m. & 5:00 p.m. 760-379-5640 ■ Mt. View Southern Baptist Church 2959 Erskine Creek Rd, Lake Isabella. Sun. 9:00, 11:15 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. 760-379-4296 ■ Jehovah’s Witnesses Kingdom Hall 1911 Edith Ave., Lake Isabella. 760-379-8672 ■ Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church (LCMS) 377 Highway 155, Lake Isabella. Services Sunday 11 a.m. 760-379-2343 ■ Kern Valley Bible Church 3920 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella. Sunday 9:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. 760-379-5482 ■ Church of the Nazarene 2931 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella. Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. 760-379-2062

■ Highland Chapel United Methodist 5301 Lake Isabella Bl., Lake Isabella. Sunday School & Worship 10:30 a.m. 760-379-2120 ■ Lake Isabella Church of Christ 3711 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 Service 9:30 a.m. 760-379-3206 ■ Kern Valley Pentecostal LightHouse 3730 Wagon Wheel Dr., Lake Isabella. Sunday School 9:45 Services 10:45 a.m., and 5 p.m. Wednesday 6 p.m. 760-379-5819 ■ Salvation Army The local national affiliate Mon. 9 am - 1 pm. 6105 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. 760379-5100. ■ SGI - USA Buddhist Lotus Sutra based discussion and meetings Call 379-6162 for dates and times. Mountain Mesa ■ Church of Christ Mt. Mesa 6400 Dogwood Av., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. 760-379-4792 ■ Church of Jesus Christ/Latter Day Saints 6400 Park Av., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 10:00 a.m. 760-379-2904 ■ Grace Chapel 12312 Mt. Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 11:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. 760-379-4093 ■ Christian Assembly 12424 Mountain Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 10:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. 760-379-6377 ■ Victory Tabernacle (United Pentecostal) 4324 Birch, Mt. Mesa. Sunday 2 and 3 p.m. 760-549-3186

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■ Kern Christian Church “The River” 14900 Hwy 178, Southlake. Sunday 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. 760-378-3780 ■ Faith Community South Campus 16475 Hwy 178, Southlake. Sunday evening 4 p.m., 760-379-6935 ■ Weldon United Methodist Church 20021 Hwy. 178, Weldon. Sunday 8:30 a.m. 760-378-2321 ■ Weldon Baptist Church 20674 Highway 178, Weldon. Sunday 10 a.m. & 4:30 p.m. 760-378-4964. To include your place of worship, send the information to us by e-mail, mail or in person (our address is on page 2).

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each child in that family. Due to the increase of prices and the need being so great, they are asking your help in any way that you can, like monetary donations so we can buy what we need, or food to fill the boxes like hams or turkeysand any of the holiday trimmings. Let’s not forget the children, they need toys for all ages. You can mail a donation to P.O. Box 2566 Lake Isabella, CA 93240, go to 4621 Lake Isabella Blvd. or call 760-379-4825

The impact on methamphetamine in Kern County The community is invited to an informational forum for the Kern Stop Meth Now Coalition on Monday, Jan. 5 at 9 a.m. in the Board of Supervisors Chambers, 1115 Truxtun Ave. in Bakersfield. This community forum is intended to provide information to the Kern County Board of Supervisors and the public about the Coalition’s impact on methamphetamine in Kern County, and the next steps to stopping the effects of Meth in our county. The Kern Stop Meth Now Coalition was created in 2009 at the request of the Board of Supervisors upon review of the Meth Impact Study, which found approximately one-quarter of the case loads of all county line staff who participated in the study was directly impacted by meth, and 40 percent of all felony prosecutions involved meth. Since that time, the Kern Stop Meth Now Coalition has worked in and with many communities throughout Kern County to address the needs associated with alcohol and other drug use, including methamphetamine. This work has been accomplished with the support of many departments, including Kern County Mental Health, Superintendent of Schools, California State University Bakersfield, Drug Enforcement Agency, local law enforcement, non-profit agencies and faith-based organizations. The on-going work of the coalition is only possible as we reflect on the work that has been accomplished, and as we take this time to set our goals moving forward with continued diverse support from throughout Kern County. All are welcome to attend.

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If you have a craft or artistic skill and would like to demonstrate your skill at one of the KRV Art Association monthly meetings, call Emily Diggles at 760-379-6162 or email emilydiggles@gmail.com. You may donate your efforts or, if desired, receive a compensation. There is also a travel allowance of $50 if you live more than 50 miles away. This can be a way to get better known and get more customers and publicity. There are openings through September 2015. July and August are dark. They have had many varied demos such as air brush, watercolor, pastels, landscapes, Native American sand painting, etc. Please consider sharing your skills.

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Kern County Fire Stations

■ Kernville Station 76 11018 Kernville Road Kernville business calls only, 760-376-2219 ■ Lake Isabella Station 72 4500 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella business calls only, 760-379-2626 ■ Southlake Station 71 9000 Navajo Ave. Weldon business calls only, 760-378-3055

Kern Valley Hospital Emergency Department McCray & Laurel Mountain Mesa 760-379-2681

Recreation information ■ U.S. Forest Service Isabella 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 information ■ Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce 6404 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella Local: 760-379-5236 Toll Free: 866-KRV4FUN

■ Kernville Chamber of Commerce 11447 Kernville Rd. Kernville (corner Sierra Way & Kernville Roads) Local: 760-376-2629 Toll Free: 866-KERNVILLE

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Is there an avid angler in your life? A great last-minute Christmas gift is a 2015 fishing license! Fishing licenses may be purchased online or at any license agent or CDFW license sales office. Licenses are valid for a calendar year (January 1 through December 31) or for the remainder of the calendar year if purchased after January 1. You will need to have all the required information to issue a license to your friend. If you do not have all the information required to purchase a license for your friend, you can purchase a gift voucher that your friend can redeem at any License Agent or

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For the past four years the Bakersfield Vet Center has been working to provid e counseling services to our veterans living in remote areas of Kern County. The Center now has the Counseling staff necessary to visit the Lake Isabella area on the second Tuesday of each month. Thanks to Kern County Parks and Recreation Department, the Bakersfield Vet Center counselor will be at the Senior Center/Veterans Hall from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. For those Veterans attending the Bakersfield VA Clinic for counseling, their families, and any Veteran that feels the need to readjust to civilian life after service in a combat theatre- call at 661-323VETS (8387) to make an appointment with them at the Lake Isabella Seniors Center.

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PICKS OF THE WEEK “Elsa & Fred” (PG-13) -Christopher Plummer plays Fred, a widower just going through the motions until the clock runs out. His morose attitude is understandable, as he’s been deposited in a small apartment by his daughter and her husband, both seeking a favor. Fred’s hopeless grouchiness begins to melt in the presence of Elsa (Shirley MacLaine). She’s a little older than him, but she has dreams in her heart and a relentlessly positive -- if somewhat bubble-headed -- demeanor. They both have a lot left ahead of them. While it treads a well-worn path, the leads bring a considerable amount of charm to the proceedings. MacLaine’s frenetic enthusiasm for life and lying could be a little grating without Plummer’s precisely calibrated curmudgeon. “The Equalizer” (R) -- A quiet, peaceful man in his over-the-hill years harbors a dark past that will come out when he goes on a killing spree to save a young woman. It’s a plot you’ve heard a billion times, but now it’s Denzel Washington’s turn. Robert McCall (Washington) works at the hardware store, dines alone and reads classic novels that your high-school English teacher would approve of. McCall notices that a regular, Teri (Chloe Grace-Moretz), is being abused by the Russian mobsters who have her. McCall goes on a super-vio-

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lent Righteous Revenge Rampage using skills he learned when he was a special-forces guy (of course.) Director Antoine Fuqua (“Training Day” and “Shooter”) takes his time, but really dials up the smash-andshoot once things get going. McCall mostly works with guns and fists, but barbed wire and broken glass also get involved. However you feel about the red stuff, the movie has more thrills than other recent movies with this exact plot. DOG OF THE WEEK “Last Weekend” (NR) -- This melodrama -- I think parts are supposed to be funny -- centers on a upper-class California family as they bicker in their Lake Tahoe vacation home for the last time. Celia (Patricia Clarkson) is the mother of a handful of adult sons who arrive at the lake house with their significant others. Hopefully, the poor product of this film will end the trend of dramedies where adult families are put into the emotional pressure-cooker of a nostalgic setting. © 2014 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Bodfish Bob’s Cola Baked Ham 1/2 ham (5-6 lb.) 1 cup brown sugar 1 1/2 cup Coca Cola 1 cup crushed pineapple (optional) Wash ham thoroughly. Rub fat side with brown sugar. Pour coca cola over ham. Pour crushed pineapple over ham. Bake at 450 degrees for 3 hours. Makes 6 servings. Bodfish Bob’s Crockpot Ham and Potatoes 6 to 8 slices ham 8 to 10 medium potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced 1 medium onion, peeled and thinly sliced salt and pepper

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First Class - Front l to r: Cerro Coso nursing students Stephanie Alvary, Ezra Arreola, Denise Cabral-Zurn, Janet Downward. Back l to r: Suzanne Mason-Frenes, and Robyn Parsons recite the nursing pledge during the first nursing graduation in the Kern Valley.

Nursing, Continued from page 1 clinical rotations for the following 15 students: Stephanie Alvary, Ezra Arreola, Lori Bollinger, Denise CabralZurn, Janet Downward, Kimberly Gonzalez, Megan Harris, William Lambert, Suzanne Mason-Frenes, Robyn Parsons, Seyma Proemg, Angela Schallock, Taylor Schwichtenberg, Jacob Walker and Renee Whitman. The highlight of the ceremony was the candle-lightin “The nursing capping and the Nightingale Ceremony remain a treas-

ured part of the total student nursing experience,” said Hodgins. The history of the ceremony and pledge reach back to Florence Nightingale, who distinguished herself during the Crimean War nursing sick and wounded British soldiers. Because of her selfless duty, Nightingale became known as the “lady with a lamp.”. As a tribute to her dedication, the lamp icon became symbolic of nursing. The lamp will always shine brightly as a symbol of the care and devotion nurses administer to the sick and injured.

Happy Holidays to All As 2014 draws to a close, it's a good time to reflect on our accomplishments. We've made numerous changes to our hospital over the last year, and to the care we provide our patients and residents. I don't want to talk about the financial statistics, or volumes, or anything like that. I want to talk about how our hospital has come together as a team, in spite of many challenges that we've faced. We've said good bye to some long-term dedicated staff, and we have a number of new faces that are now a part of our family. While some of these changes are difficult to accept, we keep moving forward and embrace the needs of those whose care is entrusted to us. I'm truly grateful to all of our employees who support our mission of providing high quality care to the people of the Kern River Valley, and to those who visit our many community offerings. I feel truly blessed to be a part of healthcare team that is focused on providing the best care experience. Here at Kern Valley Hospital, we take pride in continually working to improve the patient experience, and create a healthier community for our valley. No partnership is more important than the one between our caregivers and patients. As you celebrate this holiday season, and our traditions that make this time of year so special, let us give thanks for the blessings we've been given, and for the gift we share in serving others in their time of need. Kern Valley Hospital strives to put you, our patients and our residents at the center of everything we do, by listening to your concerns, understanding your needs, honoring your choices, and keeping you informed.

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ARIES (Mar. 21 to Apr. 19) The New Year brings challenges that can change many things in your life. You need to be prepared not only to confront them, but also to deal with what happens afterward. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) You have what it takes to set your goals quite a bit higher this year. Learn what you need to know and put what you learn into your efforts. A partner offers loving support. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) In true Gemini Twin fashion, you’re conflicted about a decision you know you’ll have to make in this New Year. Best advice: Get the facts before you make any commitment. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) A friend offers you an exciting opportunity for this New Year. Although your positive aspects are strong in most respects, caution is advised. Investigate before you invest. LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) You can make this New Year a roaring success. Start by readjusting your goals to reflect the changes in the economy. Your den-mate offers both wise and loving support. VIRGO (Aug. 23 Sept. 22) The New Year brings new opportunities for change. But you need to be ready to move from the comfortable status quo to the challenging unknown. It’s up to you.

LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) Your most important New Year’s resolution should be to work out problems with a family member in order to avoid continuing misunderstandings. Do it soon, for both of your sakes. SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) The New Year has much to offer the intensely determined Scorpian, who isn’t afraid to take on challenges and stay with them until they surrender their rewards. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) You’ll have many fine opportunities in this New Year. But be warned: Reject offers of “help.” You work best when you’re free to be your own creative self. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) The New Year offers changes that you might feel you're not quite ready for. Best advice: Deal with them one step at a time, until you’ve built up your self-confidence. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) Travel is a dominant aspect of the New Year. This could mean relocating to another city (or even another country) in connection with your education or your career. PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) This New Year brings news about a change you’ve been anticipating. You might have a problem persuading a loved one about your new plans, but he or she will soon go along with them.

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1. Stan Musial (475 home runs), Albert Pujols (445), Ken Boyer (255), Jim Edmonds (241), Ray Lankford (228) and Mark McGwire (220). 2. The Marlins are 1,643-1,853 (.470 winning percentage), while the Rockies are 1,641-1,861 (.469) 3. IMelvin Pearsall (1994-97) and Lonnie Johnson (1990-93), with 10 each. 4.Kermit Washington, Buck Williams, Chris Dudley and Robin Lopez. 5. Adam Graves, Jaromir Jagr and Vic Hadfield. 6. Germany's Miroslav Klose, with 17 (2002-14).

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Kernville - Hi-Ho Senior MHP 11910 Sierra Way, 2-2bd/2ba & 1-2bd/1ba apts, $470/mo + dep & util., no pets 760-376-2671 ___________________________ Onyx - 2bd/1ba triplex avail. now, remodeled, new appl, fncd yd., no smoking/pets, trsh & wtr pd, $600/mo. Perfect for retired couple. 760-220-8787 ____________________________ Wofford Hts - 2bd/1ba avail. 1/1, no pets. $650/mo. 760-223-0544 ____________________________ Lake Isabella - 2/bd, 1/ba refurbished MH with 2 car carport, patio/deck, in nice 55+ Park. $507/mo. Call (760) 964-2514 ____________________________

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224 Cypress Lane Wofford Heights Sites in quiet Sr. Park w/laundry facilities, fish house. Walk to lake. $278/mo includes water and trash. Also have 1 MH for sale. Very reasonable Call (760) 549-9260 ___________________________ RV spaces with private beach. Camp Kernville, 24 Sirretta St. Walking distance to downtown. $299/mo. 760-376-2345 ___________________________ Lake Isabella - large, large space in 55+ MH Park. Only 1 available. $357/mo., includes trash. Paradise Mobile Home Estates (760) 379-2092

Help Wanted Kern River Hatchery Fish & Wildlife Museum Become a Volunteer/Host 3 hours a month Please call (760) 223-1720 ___________________________ Outside Comissionable Advertising Sales Representative Part time supplemental to full time potential. Must have own transportation, clean DMV, be able to work on your own schedule, Kern River Valley, Bakersfield and Ridgecrest areas. Mail resume to P.O. Box 1145, Wofford Hts 93285 or submit online to: office@kernrivercourier.com ___________________________ Cook Wanted Experience required. Less than 40 hrs/wk. Wages negotiable. Drug test req. KRV Elks, 6708 Wofford Blvd., Wofford Heights. (760-3766564, 9am-1pm M-F) ___________________________ Janitor Wanted Experience required. Less than 40 hrs/wk. Wages negotiable. Drug test req. KRV Elks, 6708 Wofford Blvd., Wofford Heights. (760-3766564, 9am-1pm M-F)

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CHRISTMAS ORNAMENTS now on sale at La-de-dah and Kernville Antiques in Kernville. Buy 1 and get 1 free of equal value. Now until Christmas ___________________________

Lake Isabella Need Nothing-Move in Ready 2bd/2ba double wide MH in nice 55+ Park, with 2 car carport, patio/deck. $15K cash (760) 964-2514 ___________________________ I buy Mobile Homes Cash - 24 Hrs Call Bert - 760-964-2514

Fire-View Wood Burning Stove Model 270, excellent condition, 3 flu sections included, extras, $350.00 (760) 376-2691 ___________________________ Clothes - New & slightly used, sizes 3x, 4x & 5x, casual & dress (lots of holiday clothing) (760) 223-2555 or (760) 376-3446

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Kern River Courier Legal Notices ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: CORNERSTONE RECOVERY AND INVESTIGATION SERVICE, INC. (2011B5256) Street address of business: 1401 Washington Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305. Mailing address of Business: 13061 Rosedale Hwy. G180, Bakersfield, CA 93314. REGISTRANT WHO WISHES TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: Cornerstone Recovery and Investigative Service, Inc., 1401 Washington Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305. Original FBN Statement Filed on: 09/02/2011. This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 11/12/2014. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk by A. Guerrero, Deputy Clerk (34993). Published by the Kern River Courier: November 28, December 5, 12 and 19, 2014. ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: CORNERSTONE RECOVERY (2011- B5255) Street address of business: 1401 Washington Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305. Mailing address of Business: 13061 Rosedale Hwy. G180, Bakersfield, CA 93314. REGISTRANT WHO WISHES TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: Cornerstone Recovery and Investigative Service, Inc., 1401 Washington Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305. Original FBN Statement Filed on: 09/02/2011. This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 11/12/2014. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk by A. Guerrero, Deputy Clerk (34993). Published by the Kern River Courier: November 28, December 5, 12 and 19, 2014. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: SAKKA DESIGNS (2014 B6031). Street address of principal place of business: 9829 Cimarron Trails Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93311. Mailing address of business: 9829 Cimarron Trails Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93311. REGISTRANT: Susan Ehulani Sakka, 9829 Cimarron Trails Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93311. Date the business commenced: 07/01/1999. Business is being conducted as an Individual. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Signed: Susan Ehulani Sakka. This statement filed on 11/12/2014. Expires 11/12/2019. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, AuditorController-County Clerk. By: M. Dominguez. Published by the Kern River Courier December 5, 12, 19 and 26, 2014. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: TVS TELEVISION NETWORK (2014 - B6214), DBA#2:

TVS NETWORK (2014 - B6215). Street address of principal place of business: 8901 Glade Avenue, California City, CA 93505. Mailing address of business: 8901 Glade Avenue, California City, CA 93505. REGISTRANT: Thomas Ficara, 8901 Glade Avenue, California City, CA 93505. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Business is being conducted as an Individual. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Signed: Thomas Ficara. This statement filed on 11/20/2014. Expires 11/20/2019. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, AuditorController-County Clerk. By: J. Garcia. Published by the Kern River Courier December 5, 12, 19 and 26, 2014. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: MLM TECHNOLOGY (2014 B6313). Street address of principal place of business: 705 Philippine Street, Taft, CA 93268. Mailing address of business: 705 Philippine Street, Taft, CA 93268. REGISTRANT: Marty L. Morales, 705 Philippine Street, Taft, CA 93268. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Business is being conducted as an Individual. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Signed: Marty L. Morales. This statement filed on 11/26/2014. Expires 11/26/2019. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, AuditorController-County Clerk. By: A. Guerrero. Published by the Kern River Courier December 5, 12, 19 and 26, 2014. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: S & B HOT SHOT SERVICES (2014 - B5913). Street address of principal place of business: 17846 Kranenburg, Bakersfield, CA 93314. Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 81914, Bakersfield, CA 93380. REGISTRANTS: Sherry Renee Jones, 208 Flower Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305 and Charles Robert Enterline, 17846 Kranenburg, Bakersfield, CA 93314. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Business is being conducted as a General

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Partnership. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Signed: Sherry Jones. This statement filed on 11/05/2014. Expires 11/05/2019. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, AuditorController-County Clerk. By: J. Bojorquez. Published by the Kern River Courier December 5, 12, 19 and 26, 2014. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: BABY CAFE (2014 - B6295), DBA #2: CENTRAL VALLEY LACTATION ASSOCIATION (2014 - B6296), DBA #3: WARMLINE (2014 - B6297). Street address of principal place of business: 4101 Union Avenue, Suite #3, Bakersfield, CA 933052457. Mailing address of business: 4101 Union Avenue, Suite #3, Bakersfield, CA 93305-2457. REGISTRANT: La Cresta Foundation, 4101 Union Avenue, Suite #3, Bakersfield, CA 933052457. Date the business commenced: 03/24/1978. Business is being conducted as a Corporation. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Signed: Patricia J. Reis, Treasurer. This statement filed on 11/25/2014. Expires 11/25/2019. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: A. Guerrero. Published by the Kern River Courier December 12, 19, 26, 2014 and January 2, 2015. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: FAST AUTO AND PAYDAY LOANS (2014 - B6219). Street address of principal place of business: 1800 23rd Street, Suite D, Bakersfield, CA 93001. Mailing address of business: 8601 Dunwoody Place, Suite 406, Atlanta, GA 30350. REGISTRANT: Fast Auto Loans, Inc., 8601 Dunwoody Place, Suite 406, Atlanta, GA 30350. Date the business commenced: 08/01/2014. Business is being conducted as a Corporation. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it

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was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Signed: Terry E. Fields, Vice President. This statement filed on 11/20/2014. Expires 11/20/2019. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: J. Garcia. Published by the Kern River Courier December 19 and 26, 2014, January 2 and 9, 2015. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: FAST AUTO AND PAYDAY LOANS (2014 - B6218). Street address of principal place of business: 2222 North Chester Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93008. Mailing address of business: 8601 Dunwoody Place, Suite 406, Atlanta, GA 30350. REGISTRANT: Fast Auto Loans, Inc., 8601 Dunwoody Place, Suite 406, Atlanta, GA 30350. Date the business commenced: 08/01/2014. Business is being conducted as a Corporation. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it

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Wishing you and yours a wonderful Christmas!

Santa’s laptop Mahalia Burger, 6 and Aiden Burger, 7 of Bodfish get a picture with Santa in Circle Park, Kernville, with elf “Jingle,” Mya Nelson, 13 of Kernville.

From all of us at L&M Lumber Dell McCollogh and Ryan McCollough

May we always remember the reason for the season!

Shandra McCollough Suzzie Moore Carla Morrison Beverly Pinkston Karl Schultz T.J. Swanson Brenda Talbott David Thompson Debbie Trusty Earl Ullom Niki Vlachos Katelyn Wallace Shyla Wicklander Maxie Cat

Cecil Anderson April Blevins Diane Carr Gary Carr Chris Carstens Cathy Casey Steven Conklin Dennie Cotton Terra Frazier James Harris Stacy Imbelloni Rib Kirbach Jeff Kober Logan McCollough

That’s Christmas lights All of downtown Kernville gets in on the Christmas festivities. That’s Italian restaurants beautiful lights are no exception.

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male plant and ivy a female plant. An old tradition from the Midlands of England says that whatever one was brought into the house first over winter, tells you whether the man or woman of the house would rule that year. But it was unlucky to bring either into a house before Christmas Eve. ■ Ivy has to cling to something to support itself as it grows. This reminds us that we need to cling to God for support in our lives. In Germany, it is traditional that ivy is only used outside and a piece tied to the outside of a Church was supposed to protect it from lightning. ■ Laurel has been worn as a wreath on the head to symbolise success and victory for thousands of years. It symbolises the victory of God over the Devil. ■ Fir and Yew trees are evergreen and so signify everlasting life with God. Firs are also very commonly used for Christmas Trees. ■ Rosemary was connected with the Virgin Mary (because it was thought to be Mary's favourite plant) and people thought that it could protect you from evil spirits. It is also sometimes called the friendship plant and it was the most common garnish put on the boar’s head that rich people ate at the main Christmas meal in the Middle ages. It is also known as the remembrance herb and was used at Christmas as this is the time that we

remember the birth of Jesus. In the late 1700s a special Christmas Rosemary Service was started in Ripon Cathedral School where a red apple, with a sprig of Rosemary in the top of it, was sold by the school boys to the members of the congregation for 2, 4 or 6 pence depending the apples size. ■ Kissing Bough In the United Kingdom, before Christmas Trees became popular, and dating back to the middle ages, another popular form of Christmas/mid-winter decoration was the Kissing Bough or Bunch. These were made of five wooden hoops that made the shape of a ball (four hoops vertical to form the ball and then the fifth horizontal to go around the middle). The hoops were covered with holly, ivy, rosemary, bay, fir or other evergreen plants. Inside the hoops were hung red apples (often hung from red ribbons) and a candle was either put inside the ball at the bottom or round the horizontal hoop. The bough was finished by hanging a large bunch of mistletoe from the bottom of the ball. ■ The take down When should you take the greenery down? It is traditional to take down the decorations after Twelfth Night (January 5) on Epiphany (January 6). But during the middle ages, greenery (including mistletoe) was often left hanging up until Candlemas (when Christians celebrate Jesus going to the Jewish Temple as a baby) in early February.