SENIORS WITH INQUIRING MINDS FIELD TRIP

ON WEDNESDAY, JULY 5 at 9 o’clock in the morning eleven members of Senior With Inquiring Minds and three visitors had a private guided tour of Forever Wild Sanctuary in Phelan. After singing the US Army Caisson Song “Overhill, Overdall, we will hit that Dusty Trail” they arrived at Forever Wild Exotic Animals, where our guide Dillon, showed us the corrals, cages, and pens where the animals are kept. We saw Reptiles, hyenas, horses, alligators, deer, sheep, monkeys, a brown bear and much more. They were all saved and are living because of what the staff and volunteers do at Forever Wild. It was a great adventure and a wonderful place to visit. Everyone should go there sometime to see the excellent work being done by these caring individuals. Call (760) 868-2755 to arrange a private tour with ten or more. They are open to the public from Noon-5 PM each day except closed on Tuesdays and Thursdays. General Admission $15, Seniors $12, Children aged 3-12 $10, Children under 2 are free.

MCC Lights Up Lucerne Valley's 4th of July

Lucerne Valley's July 4th celebrations were a resounding success, thanks to Mitsubishi Cement Corporation's (MCC) generous contribution As the primary sponsor, MCC's $5,000 donation brought back the cherished tradition of a fireworks display, delighting residents and visitors The festivities began with a vibrant community fair and a spectacular fireworks show on July 1 MCC also hosted a fun cornhole toss event, offering MCC-branded merchandise as prizes The booth, hosted by Cookie and James McWilliams, added to the excitement, with a special appearance from MCC retiree Lyle Thomas On July 4, MCC's float joined the community parade on an antique firetruck owned by electrician Brian Grimes Employees and their families waved to the crowd, tossing candies to children in attendance They even sprayed water from fire extinguishers to beat the summer heat and provide refreshing relief

MCC proudly supported Lucerne Valley's Independence Day celebrations, fostering fellowship among local residents They eagerly anticipate more opportunities to build a closer community through ongoing event participation