Lake Arrowhead Almanac 2012 - Mountain News

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Enter tainment and Recreation
LAKE ARROWHEAD VILLAGE
Home to dozens of unique shops, restaurants and attractions,
Lake Arrowhead Village is the commercial
heart of this scenic mountain community. Professional
and financial services also call the village home,
and its ample convenient parking helps make any visit pleasurable.
During the summer, Lake Arrowhead Village’s Center Stage
is the site of a highly popular concert series that brings varied,
high-quality entertainment to the mountains every Friday
and Saturday night, free of charge.
The Village is also known as the place to be during special
seasonal events, including Oktoberfest and the Christmas
holidays. Its lakefront is a coveted spot from which to
watch a spectacular Fourth of July fireworks show each year.
LAKE ARROWHEAD RESORT AND SPA
Lake Arrowhead Resort and Spa offers first-class accommodations,
an excellent restaurant and a full menu
of spa treatments at the Spa of the Pines. Its fitness center
is available to Resort guests; memberships are also offered
to local residents. For more information, visit www.laresort.com
or call (909) 336-1511.
THE ARROWHEAD QUEEN
For an intriguing and informative look at Lake Arrowhead,
book passage on the Arrowhead Queen.
This comfortable 60-seat paddlewheel boat circles
the lake several times a day as its veteran skipper regales
guests with anecdotes about the rich and famous who have
connections with Lake Arrowhead.
Tickets are available at Leroy’s Board Shop along the waterfront.
Children under 12 must wear a life jacket, provided
on board. For information call (909) 336-6992.
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BLUE JAY CINEMA
For the best in current films without driving down the
mountain, the Blue Jay Cinema, at the corner of Highway
189 and North Bay Road, should be your destination.
For information on prices and show times call (909)
337-8404 or visit bluejaycinema.blogspot.com.
ICE CASTLE INTERNATIONAL TRAINING CENTER
Located at 401 Burnt Mill Road in Lake Arrowhead, the
Ice Castle features an ice surface 85 by 185 feet with
views into the surrounding woods. Ballet-style mirrors
give skaters the chance to evaluate their technique and choreography.
Freestyle sessions, graded by ability levels and discipline,
dominate the facility’s schedule. The Ice Castle’s skating school
teaches beginners and groups, and builds a solid foundation
on which to develop advanced skating skills. Instruction starts
with toddlers (3 and up).
For information on the center and its programs call (909)
337-0802 or visit www.icecastle.us
THE ARROWHEAD RANCH
OUTDOOR SCIENCE SCHOOL
In operation since 1991, this family-owned business
teaches a state-approved science curriculum to students
in elementary and middle schools.
Courses include the study of plants, animals and ecology
as life sciences, and astronomy, geology and meteorology as
earth sciences. The faculty also teaches conservation and
wise use of natural resources; recreation, arts, crafts and music;
health education and cooperative living.
The school is owned and operated by its chief executive
officer, Kathy Farley, and is located at 480 Cottage Grove
Road. For information call (909) 337-7265 or visit arrowheadkidscamp.com.
LAKE ARROWHEAD COUNTRY CLUB
Located among a forest of pines and cedars, the Lake
Arrowhead Country Club offers its members a chance
to observe the beauties of nature in a sylvan environment.
Golfers have enjoyed its outstanding course for more than
40 years, but also can take advantage of an exceptional tennis
venue and a beautiful swimming pool, complete with its
aquatic deck.
Lake Arrowhead Country Club is a private, members-only
facility. Guests accompanied by members are always welcome
but the club is not open to the public.
For information about the golf, tennis and social mem-