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📅 Weekly Highlights: Get ready for another exciting week in Lancaster & Palmdale! Whether you're looking for outdoor adventures, live music, or hidden gems in the AV, we’ve got you covered

Previous Giveaway Winners & Prizes Won

🌟 Special Shoutout! A huge congratulations to Vanessa O for hitting 18 Referrals! You've officially unlocked our Referral Program Giveaway for surpassing 10 referrals. Thank you for helping grow our AV Insiders community—we appreciate you! Giveaways Prizes will be shown this Friday June 20th. (Value $50-$100)

Learn how to Enter! 

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This Weeks Highlights 😀

Monday June 16th

Monday Night Bites- We bring the community together and gather with different food trucks, music, and FUN!

Event Details: 5:00pm - 9:00pm | Mondays @ Sgt. Steve Owen Memorial Park - 43063 10th St W, Lancaster, CA

Monday Night Bingo- (EARLY BIRD GAMES PAY $100, REGULAR GAMES, SPECIALS PAY $300)

More Info https://www.facebook.com/groups/paracletebingo/

Event Details: 4:00pm | Mondays @ Paraclete High School - 42145 30th Street West, Lancaster, CA 93536

Line Dance Lessons- Learn to Line Dance at Lancaster Elk's Lodge - Join Beginner & Intermediate Line Dance Lessons (8$ Admission)

Event Details: 6:30pm | Mondays @ Elk's Lodge Lancaster - 240 E Ave K, Lancaster, CA 93535

Tuesday June17th

Bilingual Storytime- Join Miss Abby for Bilingual Storytime. Young learners and their caregivers are invited to read and sing, all presented in Spanish and English. A craft is included at the end.

Event Details: 10:00am - 11:00am | June 10, 2025 @ Palmdale City Library - 700 E Palmdale Blvd, Palmdale, CA

Food Truck Special- ”Join us every Tuesday evening at George Lane Park for the Food Truck Special, a festive weekly gathering featuring some of the best local food trucks in the Antelope Valley! Enjoy a wide variety of delicious eats, live music, and a welcoming community atmosphere — all with Free Parking.”

Event Details: 4:00pm - 8:00pm | Tuesdays @ George Lane Park - 5520 W Ave L8, Quartz Hill, CA

Poolside Paw-ty for Pups- Get ready for some woof-tastic dog activities at Yellen Dog Park this summer!

Event Details: 5:00pm - 7:00pm | June 17, 2025 @ Yellen Dog Park - 5100 E Avenue S, Palmdale, CA

Wednesday June 18th

Playgroup [Palmdale]- “Join us for our next in-person Playgroup series at CCRC’s Antelope Valley Office! Children and their caregivers will engage with other participants while singing songs, reading stories, and participating in interactive activities. Playgroups are intended for parents or family, friend, and relative caregivers. If you are a child care professional, please reach out to us about other options that are available to you.For more information, please email Alejandra at [email protected].

Event Details: 10:00am - 11:30am | Wednesdays @ 250 Grand Cypress Ave, Palmdale, CA

Toddler Storytime- Join Miss Erin for Toddler Storytime! Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to read, move, and sing! A craft is included at the end.

Event Details: 10:00am - 11:00am | June 11, 2025 @ Palmdale City Library - 700 E Palmdale Blvd, Palmdale, CA

Paint Night at Las Margaritas- Grab your friends, family, or coworkers and make it a night to remember! With dinner, drinks, and painting!
Whether you're a practiced painter or just looking to let your artistic side shine, no prior painting experience needed or required for this step-by-step canvas paint class.
Everything needed to paint along will be included! ( Admission $30) Please reserve in advance for children’s canvases ($20 for 6-11 year olds with adult supervision) Reservations are strongly encouraged by texting Blanca at (661) 609-9750

Event Details: 5:30pm - 7:30pm | June 18, 2025 @ Las Margaritas Cocina & Cantina - 2701 Sierra Hwy, Rosamond, CA

Thursday June 19th (Juneteenth)

Juneteenth Meaning - Juneteenth, celebrated on June 19th, marks the day in 1865 when the last enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas were finally informed of their freedom—two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation. It's a powerful reminder that freedom, justice, and equality have always required persistent voices and collective action. Today, Juneteenth is honored as a celebration of Black culture, resilience, and achievement, with communities coming together through music, food, storytelling, and education. Whether you're attending a local event or simply taking a moment to reflect, this day invites us all to recognize the past and actively shape a more inclusive future.

City of Palmdale Celebrates Juneteenth- The free community event, hosted in partnership with Future Leaders California and the Antelope Valley Black Chamber of Commerce, will feature family-friendly entertainment for all ages. Enjoy live music performances, marvel at a spectacular showcase of classic cars, savor delicious treats from local vendors and connect with community resources.

Event Details: 11:00am - 3:00pm | June 19, 2025 @ Poncitlán Square - 38315 9th St E, Palmdale, CA

The BLVD Market- The City of Lancaster offers a weekly farmers market on The BLVD in partnership with Raw Inspiration, a non-profit operator for California Certified Farmers Markets. The BLVD market hosts 15-20 amazing vendors!

Event Details: 4:00pm - 9:00pm | Thursdays @ Lancaster BLVD

Friday June 20th

Free Veterans Breakfast- The Havens at Antelope Valley is committed to giving back to those who have given so much. Join us to meet others who served over a free meal.

Every 3rd Friday of the month

Event Details: 8:00am - 10:00am | June 20, 2025 @ The Havens - 43051 15th Street West, Lancaster, CA

Summer Movies - Mortal Kombat- All ages are invited to join library staff as we show movies. On each Friday afternoon, we will feature a unique movie related to our Summer Reading Program theme, Level Up at Your Library. Popcorn will be provided, while supplies last. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Palmdale City Library.

Event Details: 1:00pm | June 20, 2025 @ Palmdale City Library - 700 E Palmdale Blvd, Palmdale, CA

Video Game Nights- Show off your gaming skills and socialize with other gamers at our FREE Summer Video Game Nights! Registration is recommended. To register, please visit  www.PlayPalmdale.com

Event Details: 6:00pm - 8:00pm | June 20, 2025 @ Marie Kerr Park Recreation Center Game Room - 39700 30th St W, Palmdale, CA

Palmdale Farmers Market- “The City offers a weekly Farmers Market in partnership with Raw Inspiration, a non-profit operator of California Certified Farmers Markets. Everyone is welcome, and better yet, it's free to attend!”

Event Details: 5:00pm - 9:00pm | Fridays @ Palmdale Oasis Park - 3850 E Avenue S Palmdale, CA 93550

Spotlight Café - Open Mic Night- From music and dancing to skits and comedy, Spotlight Café, MOAH:CEDAR’s open mic night, is the place to express yourself.

Event Details: 5:00pm - 9:00pm | Fridays @ MOAH: CEDAR - 44857 Cedar Ave, Lancaster, CA 93534

The weekend is finally here! Get you & your family out of the HOUSE! 🙂 

Saturday June 21st

AV Winery Farmers' Market- “Welcome to our neighborhood farmer's market, where you'll find an incredible array of locally-grown, seasonal produce bursting with flavor and nutrition. Engage in friendly conversations, learn about their sustainable farming practices, and get valuable tips on how to select and prepare the freshest ingredients. “

Event Details: 9:00am - 12:00pm | Saturdays @ Antelope Valley Winery - 42041 20th St W Lancaster, CA

Children’s Story Time- Join Barnes & Noble in the Children's Department for Saturday Storytime! This a great event to get your young ones excited about books and learn about the love of reading. Storytime is perfect for kids ages 3 and up, but all are welcome to attend. Admission Details: FREE

Event Details: 11:00am | Saturdays @ Barnes & Noble - 39228 10th Street West Palmdale, CA 93551

High Desert Beer & Wine Festival- The High Desert Beer & Wine Festival returns to Palmdale Amphitheater on Saturday, June 21, 2025, from 5–10 PM! Enjoy live music and entertainment from local and regional artists, sample craft brews from top local breweries, taste exquisite wines from California’s finest vineyards, feast on gourmet bites from fan-favorite food trucks, and go VIP for exclusive tastings and premium perks.

Event Details: 5:00pm - 10:00pm | June 21, 2025 @ Palmdale Amphitheater - 2723 Rancho Vista Boulevard, Palmdale, CA

Sunday June 22

Local Cherry Picking - Free Admission ($6 per pound)

Event Details: 9:00am - 6:00pm | June 22, 2025 @ 39734 87th St. W. Leona Valley, CA, United States, California 93551

Spring Toddler Time at the Parks- “Welcome in the season with two hours of exciting activities for little ones! Toddlers will explore creative crafts, lively music and interactive movement inspired by nature. From planting flowers to playful animal adventures, watch their curiosity grow through every song, game and colorful masterpiece!”

Event Details: 2:00pm - 4:00pm | Sundays @ Domenic Massari fieldhouse and Palmdale Community Building

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Special Shoutout! Once again A huge congratulations to Vanessa for hitting 18 referrals! We will be announcing prizes Friday June 13th! (Value $50-$100)

See you soon,The AV Insiders Team