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Tucked away on almost one acre on a knoll is this vintage one Bedroom plus a Loft retreat.

Privacy and tree top views.

Living Room offers vaulted ceilings, lots of windows, both a wood burner and a stone hearth fireplace. Kitchen/Dining area are combined. Mud Room. A rare hideaway for the ultimate in mountain cabin ambience. $229,000

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Garner Valley with over 4.5 flat acres. Family home with Great Room opening to spacious Kitchen, Dining and fireplace. Oversized Family/Media/ Bonus room with additional wood burner. Master on ground floor with 3 additional Bedrooms upstairs. Fresh paint, new carpet. Lots of equestrian amenities. Detached 3 car garage. $525,000 For additional properties call or e-mail larry@hilltoprealty.com Explore Idyllwild Directory 1

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dyllwild is many things to many people. For some it is the perfect respite from the chaos of day-to-day city living; others love the wonderful artist community and the talented musicians that play at local restaurants and pubs; outdoor enthusiasts love the hiking trails, mountain biking, and rock climbing. Families also come to show their children the place their parents brought them as children; they marvel at how little the community has changed over the years. Visitors also remark about the gracious welcome they receive and the kindness of the locals they meet.

Idyllwild is also well known for what it doesn’t have - there are no signal lights in Idyllwild, no fast food chains, no Starbucks (we do have a coffee house), and no Big Box stores – just lots of Mom & Pop stores and boutiques – like in the “old days.”

You will be surprised at the number of world-class restaurants in Idyllwild serving everything from American to Mexican to Italian and Italian-Fusion cuisine. You will also find many local, renowned musicians playing at some of these establishments in the evening hours.

Idyllwild is also home to one of only two residential Art Schools in the US – Idyllwild Arts Academy. The students host – for free – a number of performances Explore Idyllwild Directory 2

annually. Be sure to stop in at the Idyllwild Visitor Center for more information.

The Fall and Winter months are especially beautiful in our mountain community and there are many Holiday events in and around town, including the lighting of our magnificent Christmas Tree in the heart of town.

Whatever your reason for coming to Idyllwild, we are certain you’ll find even more reasons to come back. And, as always, the folks in Idyllwild welcome you.

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Publisher | Idyllwild House Publishing Company, Ltd. Editor | Becky Clark Creative Director / Webmaster | Halie Wilson (halie@towncrier.com) Advertising Sales Manager | Jay Pentrack (jay@towncrier.com) Advertising Sales | Lisa Streeter (lisa@towncrier.com) Office Manager | Dolores Sizer Photographers | Donna Elliot • Gina Genis • Jenny Kirchner Cheryl Bayse • Jack Clark • John Drake General Counsel | Jack Clark The Explore Idyllwild Directory is published semi-annually by Idyllwild House Publishing Company, Ltd., P.O. Box 157, 54405 North Circle Drive, Idyllwild, CA 92549.

All contents of Explore Idyllwild Directory are copyrighted by Idyllwild House Publishing Company, Ltd. © 2015-2016 all rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed in whole or part without the express written consent of Idyllwild House Publishing Company, Ltd. Idyllwild House Publishing Company, Ltd. is located at 54405 North Circle Dr. (P.O. Box 157), Idyllwild, CA 92549 (951) 659-2145 or toll free at 1-888-535-6663 • email: becky@towncrier.com Fall directory also available online at www.idyllwildtowncrier.com under “Special Publications” About the cover: Will Sproule captured this striking autumn walk.

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ASTROCAMP 26800 Saunders Meadow Rd. (800) 645-1423 astrocamp.org - Explore the wonders of the universe at AstroCamp – hands-on physical science, astronomy and space exploration. Three- to five-day school programs, one-week and threeweek summer camps open to the public.

AMORE RETREAT IDYLLWILD (602) 743-4775 or 877-Luv-Skills amore-retreat.com - Immerse yourself in the beauty of the mountains while benefiting from personalized counseling at Amore Retreat Idyllwild, one of the few marriage retreats with an emphasis on one-on-one counseling. Focus exclusively on your partner and your relationship.

Enjoy a romantic retreat while working with the renowned Dr. M.P. Wylie. Her goal is to provide you with the tools you need to prosper as a couple, along with coping techniques customized for your relationship.

IDYLLWILD AREA HISTORICAL MUSEUM 54470 North Circle Dr. • (951) 659-2717 idyllwildhistory.org - Public museum preserving the history of Idyllwild and the San Jacinto Mountains, housed in a 1930s vacation cabin. Admission free. Open weekends & holidays all year, plus expanded summer schedule.

IDYLLWILD MASSAGE THERAPY 54445 North Circle Dr. • (619) 646-0603 idyllwildmassagetherapy.com - Idyllwild Massage, a beautiful location, fireplaces, relaxing music, complimentary Aroma Therapy. Come deeply relax, leave your cares behind. Therapeutic massage to sooth away your aches and pains. Please visit me at my new location!

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RUSTIC THEATRE 54290 North Circle Dr. • (951) 659-2747 info@rustictheatre.com or www.TheRusticTheatre.com - The Rustic Theatre is Idyllwild’s only movie theatre.

With new releases, tasty snacks from the Snack Bar, comfortable seating for 230, and mulitple showings daily, it’s the perfect place to catch that movie you’ve been meaning to see. You may also rent the theatre for special events, parties or business functions.

LIVING FREE ANIMAL SANCTUARY 54250 Keen Camp Rd., Mountain Center (951) 659-4687 www.Living-Free.org - Daily 11am-4pm except Wednesday. We are a nonprofit, no-kill sanctuary rescuing dogs & cats from shelters and finding them homes. Visit our open catteries and unique kennels-inthe-round, set on the property’s scenic 160 acres.

IDYLLWILD HYPNOTHERAPY 54385 Pine Crest Ave., Cabin B • (951) 468-7688 www.idyllwildhypnosis.com - Reduce stress and anxiety through hypnosis. Addictions can be eliminated without rehab. Stop smoking. Lose weight without dieting. Past life regression impressively “solves” many of the “whys” in your life and frees you from puzzling compulsions and fears.

FERN CREEK MEDICAL CENTER Family Practice & Therapeutic Lifestyle Medicine Kenneth C. Browning, D.O. Jodi Cunningham, Lifestyle Educator

Open 6 days a week • 951-659-9912 (available after hours & Sundays for emergencies) Located at 54910 Pine Crest Ave. at Fern Valley Corners in Idyllwild. https://www.facebook.com/pages/Fern-Creek-Medical-Center/264525963620226

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Bringing Couples Closer Together

M.P. Wylie, PhD Provides couples in every phase of their relationship and marriage a meaningful step-by-step Couple’s Intensive Retreat To feel closer than ever before to their partner Couples delight in a “vacation for their relationship” in the beautiful mountains of Idyllwild, CA a peaceful paradise

www.Amore-Retreat.com 602-743-4775 (Cell/Text) 877-Luv-Skills (588-7545)

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FERN CREEK MEDICAL CENTER 54910 Pine Crest Ave. • (951) 659-9912 ferncreekmedicalcenter@gmail.com - Traditional family practice and therapeutic lifestyle medicine are brought together to offer patients the tools to improve their quality of life and overall health. Beyond the standard of care.

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Idyllwild 54405 North Circle Dr. • (951) 659-2145

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Stop by for our complimentary visitor information publications: the local newspaper (serving the Hill communities since 1946), area maps, plus locally made, unique gifts. Service include: Copies, faxes, document scanning, graphic design, professional printing, advertising and marketing, writing and photography.

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16th Annual Mountain Home Tour Saturday, Sept. 17 from 10 AM to 4 PM Tickets $20 per person

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Idyllwild Massage “SPA” MASSAGE: Swedish, Mountain Lomi Lomi, Aroma Therapy & Couples Massage...

“SPA”-CIALTIES: Chilled Stone Face Massage, Parafino Wax Hand or Foot Treatment, Foot Sugar Scrub & Butter Massage...

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BODY WRAPS...OUTDOOR GARDEN MASSAGE AVAILABLE

KAREN GEORG, Licensed Massage Therapist, National Certified #577521-09 619-646-0603 (by appointment) • idyllwildmassagetherapy.com 54445 North Circle Dr., Idyllwild, CA 92549

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ABOUT TOWN Rescues & Adoptions

SAVING HUMANITY ONE ANIMAL AT A TIME. Visit our beautiful 160 acres, home to rescued dogs and cats.

54250 Keen Camp Road • Mountain Center, CA 92561 (951) 659-4687 • www.living-free.org

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GRAND IDYLLWILD LODGE

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54820 Pinecrest Ave. 951-659-2383 www.grandidyllwildlodge.com - The Grand seamlessly combines elegant grandeur with a sense of rugged mountain adventure. Nestled among the trees on over two acres of land, the Grand is an unforgettable boutique luxury lodge featuring panoramic views of the pristine, idyllic San Jacinto Mountains. Guests will also enjoy an array of amenities including a full breakfast, spa services, fitness room, sauna plus our prime location which is a leisurely stroll to Idyllwild’s finest dining and shopping.

IDYLLWILD VACATION CABINS 54380 North Circle Dr., Unit C (951) 659-5444 idyllwildvacationcabins.com - 40 Vacation Cabins sleeping 1-20 guests. 24-hr customer service!

All cabins professionally cleaned.

Pet friendly, walkable to town, hot tubs, secluded and most with cable and Internet.

NEW SPIRIT VACATION HOMES, CABINS & RESORT PROPERTIES 54325 North Circle Drive #102 • (909) 910-5005 or (951) 659-3100 newspiritvacationhomes.com - Luxurious vacation getaways throughout Southern California, including Idyllwild, Lake Arrowhead, Palm Desert and Temecula wine country. New Spirit Vacation Homes offers a variety of rental homes, from one to five bedrooms with views from the forest to the ocean. Experience the unique features of The Dome or a log cabin. Properties offer a fully equipped kitchen, fireplace, cable TV, jacuzzi tubs, Wi-Fi and include linens. The personable staff provides 24-hour service.

Pets are welcome.

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Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner American • Asian Fusion Beer & Wine Fri.-Sat. 6-8pm, Jazz & Classical Piano Sun. 10am-noon, Jazz Piano

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26600 Hwy. 243, Idyllwild, CA 951.659.2008 milehighcafe.net

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• 17 units • Cable TV • Free WiFi • DVD Players • Fireplaces • Spa Tubs • Gas BBQs • Pet Friendly • Group Discounts Available •Conference/Game Room Available • Just a minute drive to the village and the Idyllwild Arts Academy For Reservations call: (951) 659-2696 or (877) 811-2696 26620 Saddle Dr. Idyllwild, CA 92549 www.bluebirdcottageinn.com

Open 7 Days a week!

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QUIET CREEK INN

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26345 Delano Dr. 1-800-450-1516, (951) 468-4208 quietcreekinn.com - Secluded Quiet Creek Inn sits on seven wooded acres along Strawberry Creek in the sylvan village of Idyllwild, Southern California’s undiscovered mountain haven. Newly revitalized studio cabins and one-bedroom suite cabins offer all the modern amenities, close to all the attractions yet just off the main roads. Many species of local plant and animal life are onsite and our grounds are a Certified Wildlife Habitat & Bird Sanctuary by the National Wildlife Federation. Join us and enjoy tall majestic trees, abundant wildlife, hiking trails, a nap in a hammock, and country elegance year-round!

IDYLLWILD INN 54300 Village Center Dr. • 1 (888) 659-2552 idyllwildinn.com - Located in the heart of the village, walking distance to restaurants, shops and galleries, this historic inn offers cabins from studios to three bedrooms with kitchens, fireplaces, cable TV and Wi-Fi.

Woodland Park Manor Cottages in the Pines & Vacation Rentals

Come enjoy our Pool in the Pines and our beautiful park area.

Exclusive selection of Vacation Rental Cabins

Cottages with fireplaces, kitchens, decks, and floor to ceiling windows

A beautiful choice for your outdoor wedding, family reunion or group getaway

Denise and Colin Day • 55350 S. Circle Drive www.woodlandparkmanor.com • 877-659-2657 Explore Idyllwild Directory 14

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Call for Reservations & Special Discounts

46305 Poppet Flats Rd. Banning, CA 92220 silentvalleyclub.com

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If you have an RV, then you need to see Silent Valley ...

SILENT VALLEY CLUB

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46305 Poppet Flats Rd., Banning (951) 849-4501 silentvalleyclub.com - Silent Valley Club RV Resort is Southern California’s best kept secret. Silent Valley is a place that every family should experience for themselves.

There is something for all ages on our 460 acres of maintained forestry. We offer your family a safe camping environment with access to a Rec-room, 2 pools, activities room, shuffleboard, tennis, 2 snack bars, a lounge, live entertainment, general store and a 24hr. ranger station.

CREEKSTONE INN 54950 Pine Crest Ave. 1-800-409-2127 or (951) 659-3342 creekstoneinn.com - A cozy, luxurious inn, each of its nine rooms perfect for a romantic couples getaway. Most rooms have fireplaces, some have spa tubs for two. Selfserve gourmet kitchen.

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Secluded Quiet Creek Inn sits on seven wooded acres along Strawberry Creek in the sylvan village of Idyllwild, Southern California’s undiscovered mountain haven. Newly revitalized studio cabins and one-bedroom suite cabins offer all the modern amenities, close to all the attractions yet just off the main roads. Many species of local plant and animal life are onsite and our grounds are a Certified Wildlife Habitat & Bird Sanctuary by the National Wildlife Federation.

Join us and enjoy tall majestic trees, abundant wildlife, hiking trails, a nap in a hammock, and country elegance year round!

www.quietcreekinn.com 951-468-4208

26345 DELANO DRIVE | IDYLLWILD, CALIFORNIA 92549

• Wedding, Conference & Private • Quiet Creek Inn is a brisk Event Facilities 20-minute walk (3 minute drive) to Idyllwild village shops & dining • Extensive Grounds & Gardens • All cabins feature kitchenettes • Complimentary On-Demand and coffee makers with Movies, Premium HD Cable & WiFi Wolfgang Puck select coffee • GuestExplore LoungeIdyllwild With Games Directory 17 Fall-Winter 2015-2016

ALHATTI PRIVATE CHRISTIAN RESORT & RETREAT CENTER 23551 Highway 243, Pine Cove • (951) 659-2066 alhattichristianretreat.com - Alhatti Private Christian Resort extends to you the experience of a lifetime. Just think, a non-smoking/non-alcohol environment for you to relax and rejuvenate with family, friends and associates.

LODGING

KNOTTY PINE CABINS 54340 Pine Crest Ave. • (951) 659-2933 www.knottypinecabinsidyllwild.com - Eight cabins & duplex cabins tucked in the pine trees near the village.

Clean, comfortable, charming cabins. All the ambience you expect in a mountain getaway. Great prices too!

MILE HIGH COUNTRY INN 54605 North Circle Dr. • 951-659-2931 milehighcountryinn.com - Featuring clean, comfortable rooms and suites with open-beam ceilings and knotty pine interiors. Some of our rooms have whirlpool tubs. Most rooms have private outdoor areas. Cash only.

Manzanita Cabins A few minutes walk to the village

Individual Rustic Cabins With Wood-Burning Fireplaces, Kitchens, Private Decks, Air Conditioning & Free WiFi, No Pets www.manzanitacabins.com

54100 Pinecrest Ave., P.O. Box 434 Reservations (951) 659-3151 Explore Idyllwild Directory 18

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Idyllwild Inn

54300 Village Center Rd PO Box 515 Idyllwild, CA 92549

www.idyllwildinn.com

(888) 659-2552

Royal Pines Estates RV Resort & Manufactured Home Park • • • •

RV spaces from only $28 per day and $450 per month.

Free WiFi year-round on the front patio and in the Recreation Room.

Adjacent to beautiful Strawberry Creek and hiking trails.

Amenities include Swimming Pool, Recreation Room, Organized Activities and More.

• Close walking distance to Idyllwild School & Idyllwild Arts Academy.

Full-time on-site manager would love to show you around.

26350 Delano Drive, Idyllwild • (951) 659-2691 Explore Idyllwild Directory 19

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Fireplace Cabins from Studios to 3 Bdrms. eme Rooms with Fireplaces & TV/DVD. Convenient, Yet Secluded.

Mid-week Discounts.

FIRESIDE INN 54540 North Circle Dr. • (951) 659-2966 thefiresideinn.com - Cottages and cabins to accommodate 2 to 10 people at two locations — one downtown, the other in the woods. Most have fireplaces, kitchens and spa tubs.

All have cable TV and Wi-Fi. Dogs welcome.

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RAINBOW INN 54420 South Circle Dr. • (951) 659-0111 www.rainbow-inn.com - The Rainbow Inn on Strawberry Creek is the picture-perfect environment for a quiet getaway, romantic wedding, serene retreat, or business conference. Featuring five luxurious guest rooms w/private bath, some w/fireplace. Gourmet breakfast served daily.

SILVER PINES LODGE, VILLAGE & HOMES 25955 Cedar St. • (951) 659-4335 www.silverpineslodge.com - 1 block from the village of Idyllwild, 13 rooms at the Lodge overlooking Strawberry Creek & the Koi pond. 6 new rooms at the Village. 7 Private homes.

Knotty Pine Cabins P eaceful and c omfortable m ountain c harm on 3 a cres of P ine -s haded l and K itchens • F ireplaces

Reservations (951) 659-2933 www.knottypinecabinsidyllwild.com

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Intimate Guest Rooms and Suites King Bed • Fireplace Whirlpool Tub Available www.milehighcountryinn.com (951) 659-2931

54605 N. Circle Dr. 3 2 blocks from downtown and 3 blocks from uptown 3 WE provide the Facilities, Food, Fantastic Views and Fabulous Fun!

BUCKHORN CAMP

YOU provide the Program and the Campers!

Open Year Round for groups of 35-350.

Contact us today for a tour!

951-659-2995, BuckhornCamp214@gmail.com www.CampBuckhorn.org 24641 Hwy 243, Idyllwild, CA 92549

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Now Open to the Public

RV/Tent Sites/Cabin Rentals Swimming • Horseback Riding • Fishing • Store • Cafe • WiFi Recreational Activities • Video Games • Entertainment Certain amenities are seasonal (May-Sept.)

Annual Sites • Monthly Rates • Group Events

(951) 659-4097 idyllwild_mgr@equitylifestyle.com

Conference Center We invite you to come and relax, be renewed & grow closer to God in our rustic resort style accommodations...

We offer – Cabins • Motel Style Lodging • Dormitory From 5 to 200 Guests Pool • Game Room • Campfires • Prayer Chapel Call for availability of our various lodging & meal packages

55251 South Circle Drive, Idyllwild, CA

(951) 659-2934 X25

tahquitzpines@ calbaptist.edu • tahquitzpines.com Catch us on Facebook!

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Idyllwild

WOODLAND PARK MANOR 55350 South Circle Dr. • 1 -877-659-2657, (951) 659-2657 woodlandparkmanor.com - Exclusive selection of cottages, cabins/vacation rentals. Charming cottages nestled in the pines of Fern Valley. Wooded park & pool. Cabin rentals in beautiful settings — some with hot tubs & most welcome pets.

LODGING

BLUEBIRD COTTAGE INN 26620 Saddle Dr. • (951) 659-2696 bluebirdcottageinn.com - Bluebird Cottage Inn offers 17 cabins, from cozy, economical studios to a generous 2-bedroom cabin. Some have a fireplace, kitchen and even a Jacuzzi tub. All have cable TV and Wi-Fi.

MANZANITA CABINS 54100 Lower Pinecrest Ave. • (951) 659-3151 manzanitacabins.com - Rustic Individual cabins with wood-burning fireplaces, kitchens and private decks. Forest setting, walk to town, close to hiking. Sorry, no pets. Smoking outside only. Wi-Fi & cable TV.

Magnificent Views • Golf Course Fishing • Fireplace Cottages Conference Center www.alhatti.com • (951) 659-2066 Individual & Group Bookings Available Explore Idyllwild Directory 22

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TAHQUITZ PINES CONFERENCE CENTER 55251 South Circle Dr. • (951) 659-2934 tahquitzpines.com - Tahquitz Pines is a place to relax, be renewed and grow closer to God. We can accommodate groups of 5 to 200 in our rustic resort style lodging.

LODGING

ROYAL PINES ESTATES 26350 Delano Dr. • (951) 659-2691 Adjacent to beautiful Strawberry Creek and hiking trails.

Resort living with amenities that include swimming pool, recreation room, social activities, laundry. Daily, weekly & monthly rentals. Close to Idyllwild Arts.

BUCKHORN CAMP 24641 Highway 243. • (951) 659-2995 CampBuckhorn.org - Committed to providing an inspirational environment for a diverse community of faiths and organizations.

Open year round for groups of 35 to 350! Fantastic Views, Fabulous Fun, Fine Food.

THOUSAND TRAILS 24400 Canyon Trail Dr. • (951) 659-4137 thousandtrails.com/california/idyllwild-rv-resort - 267 RV/Tent sites, cabin rentals, lodge, pool table, video games, activities, hiking. Seasonal: activities, entertainment, horseback riding, fishing, heated pool, store and café. Annual lease sites, monthly rates and group events.

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FERRO

25840 Cedar St. • (951) 659-0700 www.ferrorestaurant.com - FERRO Scratch Italian kitchen. Pasta and bread made daily. Fresh Seafood and hand cut Steaks. Pizza on the piazza. Concert park.

Lunch Dinner Drink Specials. ITALIAN ELEVATED.

IDYLL AWHILE WINE SHOPPE & BISTRO

DINING

54245 North Circle Dr., Unit C-8 • (951) 659-WINE www.idyll-awhile.com or facebook.com/IdyllAwhileShoppe LUNCH – DINNER – LATE NIGHT – GALLERY ~LIVE MUSIC ~ Wednesday thru Sunday~ MENU ITEMS: Healthy and hearty sandwiches, soups, flatbreads, as well as delicious gourmet meat and cheese boards, salads, tapas and deserts! GREAT SELECTION of Rotating Beers on tap - Draft Beer List Updated to our Website in REAL TIME! 100+ Wines & 30+ Craft Beers

MOUNTAIN CENTER CAFE

29470 Highway 243 • (951) 659-2600 mountaincentercafe.com - We are family owned and operated.

Open daily at 6 a.m. Enjoy our daily specials, fresh-baked desserts and friendly service. We offer pet-friendly outdoor decks and feature horseback rider corrals and hitching post.

NEW!

Arriba’s Mexican Restaurant MONDAY & TUESDAY Taco Night!

(Choice of Beef, Chicken or Potato - Hard Shell Tacos only)

THURSDAY Tostada Night!

MONDAY-FRIDAY Happy Hour - 3pm-close LIVE MUSIC WEEKENDS SUNDAY 10am-2pm Brunch Buffet HOURS: Mon-Thurs 11am-8pm Fri & Sat 11am-9pm, Sun 9:30am-7pm

951-659-3107

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Fast & Fresh Food Small Place with BIG Flavor!

American & Mexican Food Breakfast & Breakfast Burritos Hot Drinks! • Milkshakes Vegetarian Menu Dine-In or To-Go Menu

25980 Hwy. 243 Unit B (Corner of 243 and Pine Crest) Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-7pm; Sat 9am-5pm; Closed Sunday

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MILE HIGH CAFÉ 26600 Highway 243 • (951) 659-2008 Please visit us & experience our eclectic restaurant offering you a variety, from traditional American homestyle breakfast to all the American Favorites for lunch & dinner, plus our incredible Asian-fusion style Cuisine! We also feature sushi (every 3rd week of the month) from Thursday through Sunday. Enjoy beer or wine with your meal & listen to our live classical/jazz pianist from 6 to 8 pm, Thursdays through Sundays.

54391 Village Center Dr. • (951) 659-5900 www.idyllwildpizza.com Watch the game or just have a delicious craft beer with friends while the kids play in our arcade. We have it all. Gourmet pizza, paninis, pastas, salads, calzones, sports TV, free Wi-Fi and full arcade, including Foosball. Pizza and more to go, daily starting at 11:30 a.m.

The best pizza above sea level. We are gluten-free friendly too!

LA CASITA

DINING

IDYLLWILD PIZZA COMPANY

54650 North Circle Dr. • (951) 659-6038 www.idyllwild-lacasita.com - Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, seven days a week. Featuring Mexican dishes, including vegetarian and American fare. Homestyle cooking, generous portions, good value and fast and friendly service. Monday-Friday specials.

LUMBER MILL BAR & GRILL

25985 Highway 243 • (951) 659-0315 idymill.com - Home of the famous Paul Bunyan (5-pound burger) Challenge! Serving lunch and dinner.

Delicious hand-formed burgers, chicken, fish & chips, ribs and tacos. Full bar; weekend entertainment.

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GASTROGNOME RESTAURANT

54381 Ridgeview Dr. • (951) 659-5055 gastrognome.com - Idyllwild’s own, since 1973: serving fresh fish, unique pasta dishes, steaks, lamb & nightly specials. Light-eater entrees. Homemade bread & desserts.

Cocktails. Summer patios & winter fires. Breakfast, lunch & dinner.

HIGHER GROUNDS

54245 North Circle Dr. • (951) 659-1379 We roast Organic, Fair Trade coffee beans for that perfect cup. Tea, hot cocoa and smoothies served with fresh baked goods. Open 7 days a week 7am-7pm, 9pm Fri, Sat. Live, rockin’ music Saturday nights.

DINING

NEW ARRIBA’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT and CJ’S FAST & FRESH FOOD

25980 Highway 243 • (951) 659-3107 (Arriba’s) and (951) 659-2413 (CJ’s) Enjoy relaxed Mexican dining at “New Arriba’s” with local specials, Happy Hour (Monday-Friday), Sunday Brunch & live music weekends or visit our sister restaurant, CJ’s, for fast and fresh food (to go or dine in).

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CAFÉ AROMA 54750 North Circle Dr. • (951) 659-5212 www.cafearoma.org - Idyllwild’s 2014 top TripAdvisor® rated restaurant, Café Aroma is The Hot Spot on “The Hill.” Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Live Music, Art Gallery, and your home away from home ... if your home was this cool!

IDYLLWILD BAKE SHOP & BREW 54200 North Circle Dr. • (951) 659-4145 Find us on Yelp & Facebook - Come by to enjoy “Made from scratch” pastries, breads, and grilled sammiches. We also offer fresh-brewed coffee, tea, espresso, and a nice selection of California Craft Beers.

DINING

FRATELLO’S RISTORANTE 54295 Ridgeview Dr • 951-659-3900 Serving fine Italian cuisine and authentic wood-fired pizza. Music and entertainment on weekends. Comfortable and friendly atmosphere. Outdoor dining available on our dog-friendly patio. Beer and wine menu.

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PREMIUM ICE CREAM • Hand-Dipped Giant Ice Cream Bars Real Ice Cream Shakes • Chocolate-Dipped Bananas and Cheesecake Soft Serve • Shaved Ice (dozens of flavors) • Cold Drinks HOT DRINKS: Hot Chocolate (Marshmallow, Peanut Butter, Peppermint, Pumpkin and White Chocolate) • Freshly Brewed Coffee • Cider • Chai Tea • Specialty Drinks

— And — ®

I dyl lwi l d J e r k y

Premium Gourmet Jerky, Locally Made 54282 North Circle Drive. Next to the Rustic Theatre 951-468-8118 • www.idyllwildjerky.com Explore Idyllwild Directory 30

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r s a ’ n B & A t ’ n o a J staur Located in the Heart of Idyllwild Join us for the best weekly dinner specials on the Hill Full Bar • Live Entertainment • Outdoor Beer Garden & BBQ

Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Open 7 Days a Week • (951) 659-0295

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Re

Authentic Italian Food

DINING

Ristorante & Pizzeria Hours: Sun-Wed 10am-9pm & Thurs-Sat 10am-10pm 54295 Ridgeview Dr, Idyllwild, CA 92549

(951) 659-3900 Entertainment All Weekend Long Friday & Saturday!

Full Bar • New Expanded Menu • Big Parties Welcome Catering Available • Relax On Our Dog-Friendly Patio Ask About Our Famous Paul Bunyan Challenge!

25985 Hwy. 243 • 951-659-0315 Explore Idyllwild Directory 34

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Mexican Restaurant • Dine in the Pines OPEN 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.

54650 N. Circle Dr., Idyllwild 659-6038

HIGHER GROUNDS

Come visit Idyllwild ...

... in the cool air of the San Jacinto Mountains and have a cup of our Fresh Roasted Coffee. We are just a short hour away. Our organic coffee is roasted on location and served with assorted pastries.

Open Sun.-Thurs. 7am-7pm • Fri. & Sat. 7am-9pm LIVELY MUSIC EVERY SATURDAY NIGHT.

IdyllwildCoffeeRoasters.com • 951-659-1379 54245 N. Circle Drive, Idyllwild, CA 92549 Explore Idyllwild Directory 35

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DAILY SPECI ALS

IDYLLWILD SHELL BURGERS 26128 Highway 243 • (951) 659-3437 The coldest beer in town - large selection of imported beer.

Best fast burger and burrito in town. All kinds of cigarettes.

Sundries and motor oil. Open 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

IDYLLWILD ICE CREAM AND JERKY 54282 North Circle Dr. (next to the Rustic) • (951) 468-8118 www.idyllwildjerky.com - Premium Ice Cream, Hand-Dipped Ice Cream Bars, Real Ice Cream Shakes, Soft Serve, Chocolate-Dipped Bananas/Cheesecake, Smoothies, Shaved Ice, Cold/Hot Drinks, Nachos, Nathan’s Famous Hot Dogs, Giant Pretzels, AND Gourmet Locally-Made “Idyllwild® Jerky.”

DINING

SKY ISLAND NATURAL FOODS 54423 Village Center Dr. • (951) 659-4555 skyislandorganics.com - Organic Cafe and Juice/ Smoothie Bar, Local and Organic Produce, Local Artisan Foods, Fresh Baked Goods, Natural and Organic Groceries, Gluten-Free items, Vitamins and Supplements. Open Daily 9am-7pm.

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Open for Breakfast and Lunch

Try Our New Desserts!

Many Sides to Choose From

ONLY 99

$10 !!!

8-oz. Choice Rib-Eye Steak and Eggs

Mountain Center Cafe: 29470 Highway 243, Mountain Center 1.951.659.2600 • mountaincentercafe.com

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JO’AN’S

Think ‘Gnome

Open daily from 10am 54381 Ridgeview Dr.

951.659.5055

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DINING

25875 Village Center Drive • (951) 659-0295 www.JoansRestaurant.com - Jo’An’s Restaurant is a family-owned American food restaurant that features a full bar and BBQ/beer garden (seasonally). Jo’An’s has been a fixture in Idyllwild for nearly 25 years. Serving breakfast, lunch or dinner daily with weekend BBQ’s and live entertainment.

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JACK FARLEY’S ART SUPPLIES 55750 South Circle Dr. • (800) 699-3792 or (951) 692-9338 www.jackfarleys.com - JFAS is an independent art supply retailer, serving communities by providing local art organizations and the public at large with quality, value, and low prices on their art supplies and materials.

CANDY CUPBOARD

54250 North Circle Dr. • (951) 659-5502 www.candycupboard.com - When the family owned Candy Cupboard started back in 1981 sisters-in-law Patty McKee and Jan Boss wanted to bring something different to the mountain community.

The tradition continues with a great selection of ice cream, new and nostalgic treats, and specialty chocolates.

SHOWTIME VIDEO & MUSIC

SHOPPING

54391 Village Center Dr., Strawberry Creek Sq. (951) 659-5781 Family owned video/music store. Open 7 days. Now renting DVD and BLU-Ray. We also sell guitars, basses, strings and phone accessories. Located near the Post Office.

Idyllwild Pharmacy

Serving our Community Since 1977

(951) 659-2135 • Books & Magazines • Vitamins & Supplements

• Greeting Cards • Prepaid Card Center • Cosmetics

DIGITAL PHOTO PROCESSING Find us on Facebook

• Stationery • Games & Puzzles • Toys

If you forgot your medications — give us a call. We can help.

www.idyllwildpharmacy.com Located in the STORE HOURS: PHARMACY HOURS: Monday-Friday, 9am-6pm Strawberry Creek Shopping Plaza Monday - Saturday, 54391 Village Center Dr. 9am - 6pm Saturday, 10am-4pm Idyllwild, CA 92549 Sunday, 9am - 4pm Closed Sunday

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ART ALLIANCE OF IDYLLWILD

www.artinidyllwild.org - The Art Alliance of Idyllwild is dedicated to seeing Idyllwild become a nationally recognized fine arts center for education, creativity and exhibition. The Art Alliance is a 501(c)(3) and hosts several popular art events such as the Art Walk and Wine Tasting in October, a Plein Air Art Festival, and unique art shows.

Memberships are available starting at $40. Visit www.ArtInIdyllwild.org for more information.

SHOPPING

FERN VALLEY EMPORIUM 54965 Pine Crest Ave. • (951) 659-1926 fernvalleyemporium.com Antiques, collectibles, fine art, furniture, gifts, pinball, jukeboxes, vintage audio & just neat stuff. Bring your lunch & enjoy our decks & terraces overlooking Strawberry Creek.

PALM SPRINGS SUBARU 67-925 E. Palm Canyon Dr., Cathedral City (760) 318-4700 palmspringssubaru.com We appreciate your business, Idyllwild. Palm Springs Subaru in return gives back to your community by attending and sponsoring some of your local events, such as Jazz in the Pines and many more. We are locally owned and operated and in the same location for more than 13 years. We have fully trained, Subaru certified technicians to handle your service needs. We look forward to serving you!

COYOTE RED’S 54225 North Circle Dr. - The Fort • (951) 659-2305 “Bring your appetite” to Idyllwild’s newest gourmet shop! Featuring “House of Jerky” meats, special sauces, oils, spreads & dips, many not available anywhere else in SoCal. Gift baskets, gift certificates & shipping available.

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Gifts & goodies for your cabin ...

Even if it’s not a cabin.

Upstairs in the Fort 951-659-5556

www.sprucemoosegifts.com

Woodland Gifts & Home Decor Idyllwild Postcards & Souvenirs The Spruce Moose Soy Candle Collection Creations by Local Artists

COYOTE RED’S Country Gourmet

Upstairs in the Fort ~ 951-659-2305

Home of House of Jerky ... An Idyllwild favorite for over 15 years.

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WOOLEY’S 54274 North Circle Dr. • (951) 659-0017 wooleys.com - Wooley’s specializes in unique gifts from around the world, with an emphasis on mountain attire.

Hats, gloves, scarves, sheepskin and cowhide products can be found along with a wide selection of Mill Creek statuary.

FLORIST IN THE FOREST & GALLERY with WHAT’S NEW BUY YOU 54325 North Circle Dr., #104-6 • (951) 659-4143 A full service flower shop with local art creations in paintings, jewelry, soft sculptures and photography; combined with antiques, collectibles, gift items and much, much more!

NEW SPIRIT EARTH SHOES

SHOPPING

54325 North Circle Dr., #102 (951) 659-3100 or (909) 910-5005 newspiritlove.org - New Spirit is a non-profit organization 501(c)(3) selling apparel, hats, jewelry, accessories and Earth shoes at great prices. With your purchase you are assisting us in funding our charity programs.

Handmade Chocolates • Fun Novelty Candies Hand-dipped Ice Cream Bars • Frozen Cheesecake Frozen Bananas • 30 Flavors of Shaved Ice

54250 North Circle Drive (951) 659-5502 • candycupboard.com

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S i l K S C r e e N

54325 N. CirCle Dr. UNit 103, iDyllwilD

(951) 468-4373

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Fern Valley Emporium

Fern Valley Corners - On The Creek Only 1/2 mile Above Village Center 54965 Pine Crest - 951.659.1926 Jukeboxes, Pinball Machines, Records, Old Radios Vintage Audio Equipment Antiques, Collectibles, Furniture Estate Jewelry Hand-Made Quilts Lamps, Lights and Lanterns Bring your lunch and enjoy our decks and terraces overlooking Strawberry Creek

Kitchen Collectibles Pinecone Cabin Decor Vintage Cabin Collectibles

Four Corners Gallery Reserve Our Deck For That Special Occasion Car Club Destination, Reunions, Meetings

http://www.fernvalleyemporium.com EMAIL: info@fernvalleyemporium.com

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10am - 5pm daily, closed Wednesdays

PRAIRIE DOVE 54360 North Circle Dr. • (951) 659-5518 The Prairie Dove Cottage, a destination Boutique for ladies 3-mos. to 3X. Located in a lovely garden setting. Staff is relaxed and friendly.

We specialize in beautiful clothing with comfort and style. Celebrating our 18th year!

REMEMBER WHEN... TOYS & IDYLLWILD SODA POP AND SWEET SHOP 54225 North Circle Dr. #17 • (951) 659-6456 Step back in time! Enjoy on old-fashioned soda pop and browse through our store full of toys certain to bring back your favorite childhood memories. Featuring almost 200 specialty sodas, retro candies and saltwater taffy.

MOUNTAIN PAWS

SHOPPING

54380 North Circle Dr. • (951) 468-4086 www.mtnpaws.com - Carrying top lines, including: Antlerz, Bully Sticks, Canada Pooch, Dirty Dog, Fabuleash, GoDog, Gulpy, Mauro, Mrs. Pickles, Puppia, Red Dingo, Stella & Chewys, West Paw, Zubes and many more.

Thank you, Idyllwild!

LetGiftIt Shop Shine!

is growing!

... into a bigger space: Suite 4 of the Oakwood Village Shops, with MORE consignment items, antiques, art, books, gifts, cabin décor & MUCH MORE! Explore Idyllwild Directory 46

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Get Fitted at New Spirit

54325 North Circle #101 • Idyllwild, Ca 92549 951-659-3100 • www.newspiritlove.org Explore Idyllwild Directory 47

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IDYLL AWHILE WINE SHOPPE & BISTRO 54245 North Circle Dr., Unit C-8 • (951) 659-WINE www.idyll-awhile.com or facebook.com/IdyllAwhileShoppe - Take your wine and bottled beers TO GO! Idyll Awhile is an Art Alliance Gallery and features local artists as well as lots of fun gifts and accessories! Come in and enjoy our cozy mountain venue with indoor & outdoor seating...100+ Wines, 30+ Craft Beers, Awesome Rotating Taps, Superb Food, and Live Music!

IDYLLWILD CLOTHING CO. 54325 North Circle Dr., Unit #103 • (951) 468-4373 Custom designed, hard-to-find, silk screen t-shirts and other clothing. We also carry a large selection of hand-made chocolate truffles.

PINE COVE MARKET & GAS

SHOPPING

23235 Highway 243 • (951) 468-4162 www.shaleyinc.com - Favorite local gas station and market serving up soda, wine, beer (hard alcohol coming soon); cigarettes; camping and fishing gear, and all the essentials you need for your visit to Idyllwild. All grades of gas + diesel at great prices.

PET BOUTIQUE & BAKERY

“Accessories For Canines, Felines & Humines ...”

54380 N. Circle Dr. 951-468-4086 Explore Idyllwild Directory 48

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PRAIRIE DOVE BOUTIQUE (Petite to Generous Clothing)

G Cards, Gifts & Accessories OPEN DAILY 54360 North Circle Dr. (951) 659-5518

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Mountain Center Market & Spirit Gas Market: (951) 659-1100 open daily 6am-9pm Gas/Diesel: 24-hours — Where Highway 243 and 74 meet Our Mission Statement is simple: Providing affordable, quality market products and gas/diesel in a clean and welcoming environment for our locals on our Hill.

We won’t be beat on the Hill for prices on gas and diesel, propane, tobacco and alcoholic beverages including beer and wine!

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IDYLLWILD PHARMACY 54391 Village Center Dr., Strawberry Creek Sq. (951) 659-2135 idyllwildpharmacy.com - Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. - Digital photo processing, books, magazines, greeting cards, gifts, prepaid card center, vitamins and supplements, cosmetics, home health care, prescriptions & more.

IDYLLWILD YARN SHOP Upstairs in ‘The Fort’ (next to Earth ’N Fire) (951) 659-4481 www.idyllwildyarnshop.com - Visit the Idyllwild Yarn Shop featuring locally raised Alpaca yarn, Merino wool, Cashmere and Silk, Noro, Araucania, Huasco, Schoppel and Schulana.

Addi Needles and Crochet Hooks.

LET IT SHINE

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54425 North Circle Dr. #4 ~ in the Oakwood Village mycrazyfrench@yahoo.com - Local art, books, gifts and antiques are featured at this adorable shop as well as custom painted rock portraits of your pet!

New & used consignment items, jewelry, birdhouses and MORE!!!

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24-HOUR GAS PUMPS BEST GAS, DIESEL & PROPANE PRICES ON THE HILL!

24-Hour Gas Pumps

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COME SEE OUR COFFEE BAR ...

SERVING ICED COFFEE, ESPRESSO, HOT CHOCOLATE & MORE

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SPRUCE MOOSE 54225 North Circle Dr. - The Fort • (951) 659-5556 www.sprucemoose.com - Step into our unique gift shop/gallery and experience a peaceful, relaxing woodland atmosphere, featuring gift needs from magnets to mugs to woodland figurines.

Our hand-poured, soy-blend candles ship all over the globe.

MOUNTAIN CENTER MARKET & GAS 53660 Highway 243, Mountain Center (951) 659-1100 www.shaleyinc.com - Community gas station and market with a wide selection of beverages including wine, beer and hard alcohol; cigarettes; essentials; camping and fishing gear, and all gas grades including diesel. Best prices on the Hill and friendly service!

28815 Highway 243, Mountain Center • (951) 659-0791 doresmountainartgarden.com - A metal art fabrication shop & indoor-outdoor sculpture garden set in a beautiful natural oak grove. Showing local artists, featuring Dore Capitani and Trish Tuley. Open weekends, by appointment, or by chance.

Crafts Hiking Live Animals Museum Field Trips Gift Shop Dog Friendly Children’s Activities

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DORE’S MOUNTAIN ART GARDEN

AMBER BOOTH IDYLLWILD REALTY VILLAGE CENTER OFFICE

REAL ESTATE

54274 North Circle Dr. • (951) 719-5313 www.amberbooth.net - As an accomplished professional of the real estate industry Amber Booth has a deep understanding of what it truly takes to have a smooth and successful transaction. Amber is a dedicated, passionate, and market-savvy professional who puts her clients satisfaction before all else. Her broad knowledge of the real estate field as a whole started when Amber spent 5 years as an escrow officer working in Idyllwild before she became a Realtor in 2007.

HILLTOP REALTY 53660 Highway 74, Mountain Center • (951) 659-4025 www.hilltoprealty.com - Hilltop Realty, first established in 1972, is a boutique office dedicated to serving the needs of our clients. Located at the crossroads of Highway 74 and 243, representing estates, ranches, cabins and land, Hilltop Realty has established itself through the years as one of the most professional and personable brokerages. Priding themselves on long established relationships, known for honesty, and integrity, Hilltop Realty is here to serve your needs.

NICK COWAN WHOLESALE CAPITAL CORPORATION (714) 642-3557 www.wccloans.com/nick-cowan - Nick Cowan has worked as a direct mortgage lender for over 8 years now and was Top Producer in 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013. Prior to this, he spent 10 years as an Airborne Paratrooper in the Military with 2 Combat Tours to Iraq including missions to Saudi Arabia and Turkey. He spent most of his enlistment overseas defending the front lines of freedom.

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Reasons why you should refinance today!

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Direct: 951.719.5313 Email: agentbooth@gmail.com www.AmberBooth.net

Great Homes make great memories. Contact me to find yours now!

Charming Fern Valley (Lease): Large Family Home in Fern Valley, this wonderful 2 story family home features 5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, a large fenced yard, and detached 2 car garage. Stay warm with the beautiful large rock fireplace in the living room and forced air unit. The kitchen has stainless steel appliances and includes refrigerator. Expansive Redwood decks, large bedrooms, washer and dryer hookups. All utilities paid by renter. Pets accepted with owner approval and pet deposit. 1 Year Lease Required along with Credit Check.

Breathtaking Views

Enjoy the breathtaking views from every room in this private estate located in the prestigious gated community of Alpen Woods.

Follow the long winding driveway to your private mountain escape located on 2.68 acres. MLS #6418

If you are considering the sale of your home, I encourage you to call so I can provide you with a FREE market analysis of your home. If you’re not selling, I’d welcome the opportunity to answer any questions and to be your real estate resource. Buy and Sell with Ease! Invest with confidence.

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M o u s n r i t a u M Realty in In the Village of Idyllwild

Office: 951-659-8335 • Cell: 951-440-0114

Marge Muir, Owner/Broker, BRE #00635890 26115 #A Hwy 243, P.O. Box 1107 Email: margemuir@idyllwild.com Website: www.muirsmountain.com

REAL ESTATE

The Realtors you recommend to friends. ®

bRe # 00607760

“He went the extra mile to find a buyer for my home.”

“We particularly liked his upbeat attitude and friendly personality.”

“Ready and willing to help find that perfect home. Won’t give up”

“…professional in all dealings and promptly returns all phone calls.”

“…very caring, devoted real estate agent.”

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Give me the opportunity to help you too!

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Bus.: (951) 659-2114 Cell: (951) 537-8195 johnnyidyllwild@gmail.com Fax: (951) 659-9670 P.O. Box 822 • 54278 N. Circle Dr. Idyllwild, CA 92549

MyIdyllwildHome.com

*All excerpts are from Zillow.com. To see the full reviews, go to www.zillow.com/profile/johnnyidyllwild/reviews

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JIM PALMER & CHRIS DAVIS, IDYLLWILD REALTY 54274 North Circle Dr. • Chris: (951) 282-0918; Jim: (951) 659-3231 homesofidyllwild.com - “Homes of Idyllwild” is branding for Jim Palmer and Chris Davis, two experienced Realtors at Idyllwild Realty who have joined forces to give clients the complete package, two agents for the price of one. Both Jim and Chris live and work in the community giving them first-hand knowledge of the Idyllwild, Pine Cove, Cedar Glen, Fern Valley, Mountain Center and Garner Valley areas. Please visit our website at homesofidyllwild.com.

MARGE MUIR, MUIRS MOUNTAIN REALTY

REAL ESTATE

26115 A Highway 243 • (951) 440-0114 muirsmountainrealty.com - We found Idyllwild over 57 years ago, and it is still the same beautiful community. In Real Estate over 37 years, owner/broker of Muirs Mountain Realty, it would be my pleasure to introduce you to our village, high mountains, back country trails, music and art ... all here for the full-time or part-timers to enjoy. Email me: margemuir@idyllwild.com.

BILL COCHRAN BROKER ASSOCIATE BRE 01403175

Experienced Listing and Buyer Specialist

Idyllwild, CA 92549

760-832-4667 Cell 54274 N. Circle Drive

Idyllwild Realty

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Bill@BillCohranRealEstate.com BillCochranRealEstate.com

BRE 01367581

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JOHNNY WILSON, VILLAGE PROPERTIES 54278 North Circle Dr. • (951) 659-2114 WeSellIdyllwild.com - Village Properties combines years of local experience, enthusiastic service, teamwork, and client satisfaction to meet all of your local real estate needs. Come by and say Hi! Village Properties: the Realtors® you recommend to friends.

BILL COCHRAN 54274 North Circle Dr. • (760) 832-4667 BillCochranRealEstate.com - What do you want to do?

Move in and love your view. Or move out to start your next adventure. Tell me your needs and wants?

Together let’s build an action plan to get there.

Reserve your space now!

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Idyllwild Town Crier & Visitors Center Autumn-Winter, 2015-2016

EVENTS

REAL ESTATE

Spring/Summer 2016

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Call Lisa or Jay at 659-2145 or email lisa@towncrier.com or jay@towncrier.com

THE MAP:

Large 17" x 21.5" full-color cartoon map of Idyllwild businesses and attractions printed on high-quality gloss stock and folded to 3-1/2" x 8-1/2" for easy rack display.

Back of map features list of businesses and services with addresses, phone number, websites, email addresses and up to 35 words describing the business.

Distributed FREE throughout Idyllwild.

Participating businesses will be given maps to hand out in their stores.

THE DIRECTORY: The most comprehensive travel guide we’ve ever published in 70 years!

Printed on HiBrite newsprint and with a glossy cover, the directory compliments the map with full color throughout and more detailed information vital to any Hill visitor.

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Hiking trails DAY HIKES

Ernie Maxwell Scenic Trail • One-way distance = 2.6 miles • Easy • Dogs on leash OK • Humber Park to Tahquitz View Drive Fuller Ridge Trail • One-way distance = 7.5 miles; Elevation gain in feet = 3,000 • Strenuous • Forest Service or State Park Permit Required • Black Mountain Road off Highway 243 to San Jacinto Peak Seven Pines Trail • One-way distance = 4 miles; Elevation gain in feet = 2,600 • Moderate • Forest Service or State Park Permit Required • Dark Canyon Road off Highway 243 to Deer Springs

OUTDOORS

Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail • One-way distance = 38 miles; Elevation gain in feet = 4,000 • Strenuous • Forest Service Permit Required • Dogs: check with local Ranger Station • Highway 74, 1 mile east of Highway 371 to Fuller Ridge Trail at Black Mountain Road

Marion Mountain Trail • One-way distance = 5.9 miles; Elevation gain in feet = 4,400 • Strenuous • Forest Service or State Park Permit Required • Fern Basin Road off Highway 243 to San Jacinto Peak Devil’s Slide Trail • One-way distance = 2.5 miles; Elevation gain in feet = 1,700 • Moderate • Forest Service Permit Required • Dogs on leash OK • Humber Park to Saddle Junction Deer Springs Trail • One-way distance = 3.3 miles; Elevation gain in feet = 1,700 • Moderate • Forest Service Permit Required • Highway 243, 1 mile north of Idyllwild to Suicide Rock Palm Springs Aerial Tramway • One-way distance = 1.7 miles; Elevation gain in feet = 700 • Easy • State Park Permit Required • Tramway Terminal to Round Valley South Ridge Trail • One-way distance = 4 miles; Elevation gain in feet = 3,600; Strenuous • Dogs on leash OK • Tahquitz View Dr. to Tahquitz Rock.

Where to Get Permits There are no fees for permits. Permits cover up to 12 people in a group. A day-hike permit is not needed if you already have an overnight permit.

U.S. Forest Service 54270 Pine Crest Ave. (at Hwy. 243), (909) 382-2921 (voice) (951) 659-5748 (TTY) Mt. San Jacinto State Park 25905 Highway 243, Idyllwild (951) 659-2607

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IDYLLWILD NATURE CENTER 25225 Hwy. 243 • (951) 659-3850 Explore 4.5 miles of hiking trails. Enjoy a family picnic. Stop in the museum and discover live animals, native culture, local & natural history, and a nature store.

Full-sized map at County Parks and Town Crier.

Idyllwild Nature Center & County Park trails

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Camping Forest Service Campgrounds RESERVATIONS: 1.877.444.6777; www.recreation.gov

BLACK MTN. GROUP (17 mi) Map Courtesy BOULDER BASIN U.S. Forest Campground (14 mi) Station LAKE FULMOR (10 mi) DARK CANYON Campground 243 (8-1/2 mi) MARION MTN. Campground FULLER MILL (8 mi) CREEK (7-1/2 mi) FERN BASIN Campground

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Black Mountain Group Campground, Black Mountain Road, 15 miles north of Idyllwild Boulder Basin Campground, Black Mountain Road, 15 miles north of Idyllwild

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Dark Canyon Campground, Dark Canyon Road, 6 miles north of Idyllwild Fern Basin Campground, Fern Basin Road, 6.5 miles north of Idyllwild

STONE CREEK Campground (6 mi) HUMBER PARK THOUSAND TRAILS (2-1/2 mi) Campground

PINE COVE

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MT. SAN JACINTO STATE PARK HQ. Campground IDYLLWILD COUNTY PARK (1/4 mi)

Marion Mountain Campground, Fern Basin Road, 7 miles north of Idyllwild Pinyon Flat Campground, Highway 74, east of Highway 371

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PINYON FLAT Campground (26 mi)

243 HURKEY CREEK McCALL Campground TOOL BOX SPRINGS PARK (8 mi) CAMP (16 mi) (6-1/2 mi) 74 74 LAKE MT. CENTER HEMET THOMAS MTN. To Hemet (8 mi) CAMP (16 mi) Day Use

Ribbonwood Equestrian Campground, Highway 74, east of Highway 371

OUTDOORS

Santa Rosa Springs Campground, Santa Rosa Truck Trail, off Highway 74 near Pinyon Tool Box Springs Campground, Thomas Mountain Road off Highway 75 in Garner Valley Mt. San Jacinto State Park RESERVATIONS: 1.800.444.7275; www.reserveamerica.com Idyllwild Campground, Mt. San Jacinto State Park, Highway 243, Idyllwild Stone Creek Campground, Stone Creek Road, 6 miles north of Idyllwild

Campground ( ) Mileage from Idyllwild

Riverside County Parks RESERVATIONS: 1.800.234.7275; riversidecountyparks.org/reservations Idyllwild County Park, County Park Road, Idyllwild Hurkey Creek Park, Highway 74, 8 miles southeast of Idyllwild McCall Memorial Park, McCall Park Road, off Highway 74 near Mountain Center Private Camps Thousand Trails Idyllwild, Tent/RV Resort, 3-4 miles north of Idyllwild in Pine Cove RESERVATIONS: 951.659.4097 Lake Hemet Campground, Off Highway 74 in Garner Valley RESERVATIONS: 951.659.2680

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There are now several well-developed bouldering areas in our local mountain including Black Mountain, South Ridge, County Park and the tramway boulders at the top of the Palm Springs Tramway. The Tramway has its own guidebook and Black Mountain will soon have a separate guide if it isn’t already published.

Black Mountain is particularly popular as a summer destination because at around 8000 feet in elevation it is much cooler than the surrounding desert bouldering areas. Every spring the boulderers are always chomping at the bit waiting for the gate at the bottom of Black Mountain Road to open.

Although climbing is now a much more diversified sport, no matter what direction the world of rock climbing should take, Tahquitz will always have its place in the past, present and on into the future. Tahquitz still draws people from all over the planet and it remains Southern California’s biggest rock and most storied crag.

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n 1938 MGM, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, released a 10 minute documentary entitled “Three on a Rope.” This rock climbing documentary followed a group of three climbers as they made what had to be one of the first filmed ascents of Tahquitz Rock. The documentary also included a second group of three climbers, mostly for comic relief, in the Mt. Baldy area.

The commentary is pretty hokey but seeing the climbers’ equipment and watching the climbing techniques they use is a unique window into the history of the sport of rock climbing. It was only two years earlier that Tahquitz saw the first ascent of the “Trough” which was originally rated at 5.0 but has since been upped to 5.4.

There are many firsts that can be attributed to Tahquitz Rock including the decimal rating system for rock climbing. It was developed by climbers on Tahquitz but was later renamed the Yosemite Decimal System or YDS. The “Class” system starts at Class 1 for walking, Class 2 for walking with some use of the hands, Class 3 for scrambling using all four limbs on certain sections, Class 4 easy climbing with some exposure and maybe needing a rope for safety and Class 5 which is climbing with a rope and safety gear.

Originally, climbs were rated between 5.0 – 5.9 but as climbing gear and techniques improved the 5.9 “ceiling” was reached by Royal Robbins on Open Book in 1952. Since then the degree of difficulty has progressed between 5.10 – 5.15 with the invention of shoes designed specifically for rock climbing, better harnesses and protection helping the next generation to push the envelope.

Tahquitz saw its heydays from 1936 and on into the 60s and 70s when attention began to focus on Suicide Rock its smaller neighbor to the north. One of Suicide’s test pieces became Valhalla. With a 5.11 rating, Valhalla was the route to conquer for a group of climbers led by John Long known as The Stone Masters.

Although Suicide routes are shorter than those on Tahquitz they now out number the routes on Tahquitz 300+ to just over 200 for the latter. There are still new routes being put up on both rocks, but most of the new development is now focused on the outlying area called the Hinterlands and also a few scattered crags in Garner Valley.

The turn of the century has seen a gigantic boom in bouldering that was once thought of as only practice or a warm up for “real” rock climbing. In fact bouldering seems to be the sport of choice for the young climbers as it is easier getting started and the cost for gear is much less.

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Mountain Biking Campground or outside the park.

• Fobes Ranch Road and Spurs: This trail is located three miles south of Lake Hemet on Highway 74 in Garner Valley. The roads are easy to moderate and offer more than two miles of mountain bike riding.

• May Valley Trail System: May Valley road is reopened after the fire. Some trails at the top and bottom of the road are also reopened.

• The Hub Trail System: This winding trail system incorporates great views of Alvin Meadow and the Grotto. Trails climb from behind Idyllwild Arts up toward Pine Cove. Moderate to challenging.

• Thomas Mountain and Ramona Trail: This challenging 17-mile loop is considered one of the best rides in the area. It begins one mile south of Lake Hemet on Highway 74, six miles north of the junction with Highway 371. The dirt road ascends from an elevation of 4,500 feet to more than 8,700 feet in 13 miles to Thomas Mountain Peak, offering far-reaching views of Anza and San Diego below.

• 24-hour Loop: Closed until futher notice.

Starting and ending at Hurkey Creek County Park, this challenging ride starts with a tough climb up to Keen Summit, traverses through Johnson Meadow and features a fast and flowy descent through chaparral to complete the 11-mile loop. Hurkey Creek day use fees apply.

• Other Trails: Pinyon Loop, South Ridge Trail and Webster Trail.

Laura Verdugo updated this report.

ith approximately 200 miles of dirt roads and more than 40 miles of trails open to bicyclists, the San Jacinto Mountains around Idyllwild offer a number of experiences for mountain bikers of all levels.

For that reason, the local mountain trails have become extremely popular among riders looking for challenging routes and breathtaking scenery.

Local trails provide mountain bikers with a diverse selection of roads from which to choose.

The Forest Service has mountain biking regulations in the San Jacinto and Santa Rosa mountains to ensure the safety of riders and the protection of natural resources. Bicycles may be ridden on established roads and trails within the mountains; however, bikes are not allowed within the San Jacinto or Santa Rosa wilderness areas or along the Pacific Crest Trail.

The Forest Service also offers these safety tips for mountain bikers: Keep your eyes and ears open for equestrians and hikers on trails and vehicles on roads; helmets are highly recommended; control your speed; avoid riding after dark; and, carry a map (available at the Forest Service).

Idyllwild-area Mountain Bike Trails • Coyote Run: Closed until further notice. Beginning at the north end of Hurkey Creek County Park and ending at the waterfalls on Hurkey Creek, this easy and scenic ride is about two miles on a dirt road closed to motor vehicles. Parking is available at the day-use area within the Hurkey Creek

Fishing OUTDOORS

Licenses are required for anglers ages 16 and over with a daily bag limit of five trout during the year-round season. One-year licenses are available to California residents at Village Hardware and Lake Hemet Market. Visit www.wildlife. ca.gov/licensing/fishing/ for 2015 license rates and free fishing days throughout California.

Equipment and bait may be purchased at Lake Hemet Market, Pine Cove Market and Village Hardware. Fairway Market and Forest Lumber also stock some supplies.

LAKE HEMET

Lake Hemet is stocked throughout most of the year with rainbow trout but natural channel catfish, big-mouth bass and bluegill also provide good sport fishing. It is about 4 miles south of Mountain Center on Highway 74. It is owned and operated by the Lake Hemet Municipal Water District.

Public recreation areas are on the lake’s shores.

The Forest Service maintains a picnic area for day use along the north shore, the water district on the other shores. The water district also owns and operates Lake Hemet Campground. Splash & Play Water Park is open from Memorial Day weekend to mid-September. Call (951) 659-2680.

LAKE FULMOR

About 10 miles north of Idyllwild on Highway 243, Lake Fulmor is stocked with trout from spring through summer. The 2-acre lake occasionally freezes over in winter. A parking area is across the highway from the lake so use caution when crossing to and from the lake.

STRAWBERRY CREEK

Strawberry Creek is the only stream where fishing is allowed in the San Jacinto Mountains.

California Department of Fish and Game no longer stocks fish in other creeks because the streams are suitable habitat for a protected species, the mountain yellow-legged frog.

THOUSAND TRAILS

Thousand Trails’ seasonal fishing pond is stocked with tilapia, bluegill and catfish.

Fishing permits are $10 and free for ages 6 and under with an adult permit. Equipment and bait may be purchased at the store. Fish cleaning station located at the pond. Picnic tables and barbecues available. Call 951-659-4097 for more information.

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ONGOING EVENTS

Mondays Jazzercise, 9:30 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. Town Hall.

Cribbage, 10 a.m.-noon, Idyllwild Library.

Children’s Story Time, 10:30 a.m. Idyllwild Library.

Qi Gong meditation, 1-2 p.m. Idyllwild Library.

Live music, 6-9 p.m. Ferro.

Movie, 7 p.m. Rustic Theatre.

Football & happy hour, football season. Idyll Awhile Wine Shoppe & Bistro.

Tuesdays Jazzercise, 9:30 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. Town Hall.

Senior Wii Bowling, 10 a.m.-noon. Town Hall.

1st Tuesday, 1 p.m. instead of 10 a.m.

Lovingkindness Meditation Group, 5-5:30 p.m.

Spirit Mountain Retreat, 25661 Oakwood St. Call 659-2523.

Meditation & dharma study, 6 p.m. Idyllwild Yoga Studio, 54445 N. Circle Dr. Call Valerie Kyoshin Velez at 951-659-5750 for info.

Jazz night, 6-9 p.m. Ferro.

Movie, 7 p.m. Rustic Theatre.

Taco Tuesdays with $3 margaritas and $2 tacos, Idyll Awhile.

Wednesdays Pickle Ball, mornings, Idyllwild Community Center site.

Jazzercise, 7:15 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. Town Hall.

Lovingkindness Meditation, 5-5:30 p.m. Spirit Mountain Retreat.

Live music, 6-8 p.m. Idyll Awhile Wine Shoppe & Bistro.

Movie, 7 p.m. Rustic Theatre.

Thursdays Jazzercise, 7:15 a.m. & 8:30 a.m. Town Hall.

Tai Chi classes, 9:30-10:30 a.m. Spirit Mountain Retreat.

Free warm lunch, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. St. Hugh’s

Pickle Ball at the Idyllwild Community Center site.

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Episcopal Church.

Bridge, 12:30 p.m., Creekstone Inn, 54950 Pine Crest Ave. Persons interested may show up or phone 951-659-4910.

Live music, 6-8 p.m. Idyll Awhile Wine Shoppe & Bistro.

Movie, 7 p.m. Rustic Theatre.

EVENTS

Monthly Meditation, Zen-style, 9 a.m.-noon. The Loft in the Courtyard Building, 26120 Ridgeview Dr. Valerie Kyoshin Velez, 951-392-6507 or kyoshinvelez@gmail.com. 1st Saturdays.

Peace Meditation Practice, 10 a.m. Tibetan Buddhist Dharma Center, 53191 Mountain View, Pine Cove. 4th Sundays.

Idyllwild Francophonie (fluent-French speakers), 12:30 p.m. Café Aroma. 2nd Thursdays.

Idyllwild Death Cafe, 2-4 p.m. Spirit Mountain Retreat. 4th Tuesdays and Wednesdays (Dec., 3rd Tuesdays and Wednesdays).

Idyllwild Elders, 3:30-5 p.m. Idyllwild Library.

2nd Thursdays.

Prime Rib Dinner, 5-7 p.m. American Legion Post 800. 1st Fridays.

Fridays Jazzercise, 8:30 a.m. Town Hall.

Free Mat Pilates Classes, 9 a.m. Tarah Jade, 54320 N. Circle Dr. Poetry Fridays, 3-5 p.m. Idyllwild Library.

Live music, 5-8 p.m.; Karaoke, 8 p.m.-midnight. Lumber Mill Bar & Grill.

Forest Folk Potluck and Movie, 5:30 p.m.

Mountain Resource Center.

Willy B. & Friends, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Goodtimes Pub & Grill.

Live Music, 6-9 p.m. Café Aroma.

Live Music, 6-9 p.m. Idyll Awhile Wine Shoppe & Bistro.

Live Music. Jo’An’s.

Movie, 7 p.m. Rustic Theatre.

Saturdays Pickle Ball, mornings, Idyllwild Community Center site.

Jazzercise, 8:30 a.m. Town Hall.

David Jerome, 9 a.m.-noon. Café Aroma.

Michael Britton & Karen Blanchard, noon-4 p.m.; Live music to 8 p.m.; Karaoke, 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Lumber Mill Bar & Grill.

Movie, 2, 4:30 & 7 p.m. Rustic Theatre.

John King, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Arriba.

Spirited & intimate guitar/vocals, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Higher Grounds.

Live Music. Jo’An’s.

Sundays Pickle Ball, mornings, Idyllwild Community Center site.

David Jerome, 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Arriba.

Michael Britton & Karen Blanchard, noon-4 p.m.; Live music to 8 p.m. Lumber Mill Bar & Grill.

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Movie, 2, 4:30 & 7 p.m. Rustic Theatre.

Live music, 6-9 p.m. Idyology.

Brunch & live music, Idyll Awhile Wine Shoppe & Bistro. (Beginning in November.)

OCTOBER Thursday, October 8, 2015 Family Weekend Visual Art Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Parks Exhibition Center. Idyllwild Arts.

Spiritual Eldering, 4-6 p.m. Spirit Mountain Retreat.

Lenny Hansell & guest, 6-8 p.m. Idyll Awhile Wine Shoppe & Bistro.

Friday, October 9, 2015 Family Weekend Visual Art Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Parks Exhibition Center. Idyllwild Arts.

Rock painting class, 3-5 p.m. Idyllwild Library.

Art in Society Guests: Amber Pairis & Danielle Boudreau, 6:30-7:30 p.m.; Guest Poetry Reading: Carrie Murphy, 7:30-8:30 p.m. Fireside Room, Idyllwild Arts.

Keith McCabe, 6-9 p.m. Café Aroma.

Don & Dennis Reed, 6-9 p.m. Idyll Awhile Wine Shoppe & Bistro.

Idyllwild Ghost Town, 7-9 p.m. Town Hall; Hayride in search of illusive beasts, 7-9:30 p.m. Idyllwild Nature Center. Shuttle bus from Town Hall.

Saturday, October 10, 2015 Family Weekend Visual Art Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Parks Exhibition Center. Idyllwild Arts.

Art Alliance of Idyllwild Art Walk, galleries, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Wine Tasting, 2-5 p.m., venues throughout town.

Compassion: the New Radicalism, 1:30-4 p.m.

Spirit Mountain Retreat.

Sandii Castleberry & John Penn, 2-5 p.m.; Don & Dennis Reed, 6-9 p.m. Café Aroma.

Change Required, 6-9 p.m. Idyll Awhile Wine Shoppe & Bistro.

Idyllwild Ghost Town, 7-9 p.m. Town Hall; Hayride in search of illusive beasts, 7-9:30 p.m. Idyllwild Nature Center. Shuttle bus from Town Hall.

Idyllwild Arts Academy Orchestra, 7:30-10 p.m.

Lowman Concert Hall, Idyllwild Arts.

EVENTS

Sunday, October 11, 2015 Michael Kollwitz, 9 a.m.-noon; The Len Tones, 1-3 p.m. Café Aroma.

Family Weekend Visual Art Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Parks Exhibition Center. Idyllwild Arts.

Idyllwild Arts Academy Orchestra, 2-4:30 p.m.

Lowman Concert Hall, Idyllwild Arts.

Monday, October 12, 2015 Family Weekend Visual Art Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Parks Exhibition Center. Idyllwild Art.

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Nathan Rivera & Jessie Andra Smith Gypsy Blues, 6-9 p.m. Café Aroma.

Tuesday, October 13, 2015 Family Weekend Visual Art Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Parks Exhibition Center. Idyllwild Arts.

Art in Society Guest: Drive by Press, 7:30-8:30 p.m. Fireside Room, Idyllwild Arts.

Wednesday, October 14, 2015 Family Weekend Visual Art Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Parks Exhibition Center. Idyllwild Arts.

Women’s Guild lunch & speaker, Buckhorn Camp.

Meet at noon at Idyllwild Community Church.

Willy B. & John King, 6-8 p.m. Idyll Awhile Wine Shoppe & Bistro.

Thursday, October 15, 2015 Family Weekend Visual Art Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Parks Exhibition Center. Idyllwild Arts.

Spiritual Eldering, 4-6 p.m. Spirit Mountain Retreat.

Idyllwild Speakers Series, 5:30 p.m. reception, 6 p.m. start, Silver Pines Lodge.

Friday, October 16, 2015 Family Weekend Visual Art Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Parks Exhibition Center. Idyllwild Arts.

Keith McCabe, 6-9 p.m. Idyll Awhile Wine Shoppe & Bistro.

Idyllwild Ghost Town, 7-9 p.m. Town Hall; Hayride in search of illusive beasts, 7-9:30 p.m. Idyllwild Nature Center. Shuttle bus from Town Hall.

Saturday, October 17, 2015 Trail of the Acorn, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Idyllwild Nature Center.

Mountain Quilters of Idyllwild Quilt Show, 10 a.m.4 p.m. Buckhorn Camp.

Family Weekend Visual Art Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Parks Exhibition Center. Idyllwild Arts.

Idyllwild Community Center Horseshoe Fundraising Tournament, time TBA, ICC site.

Roger Dutton Band, 1-3 p.m.; Keith McCabe, 6-9 p.m. Café Aroma.

Jac Jacaruso, 6-9 p.m. Idyll Awhile Wine Shoppe & Bistro.

Idyllwild Ghost Town, 7-9 p.m. Town Hall; Hayride in search of illusive beasts, 7-9:30 p.m. Idyllwild Nature Center. Shuttle bus from Town Hall.

Sunday, October 18, 2015 Lawrence Spector, 9 a.m.-noon. Café Aroma.

Mountain Quilters of Idyllwild Quilt Show, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Buckhorn Camp.

Monday, October 19, 2015 Black Swan Blues, 6-9 p.m. Café Aroma.

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Wednesday, October 21, 2015 Soroptimists’ Basket Festival & Spaghetti Dinner, 5 p.m. Buckhorn Camp.

Myshkin, 6-8 p.m. Idyll Awhile Wine Shoppe & Bistro.

Thursday, October 22, 2015 Seeds of Life Workshop, 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Spirit Mountain Retreat.

Friday, October 23, 2015 Cooperation: the Experience of Interbeing, 1:30-4 p.m. Spirit Mountain Retreat.

Visiting Artist Show Opening: Craft in America, 6-7 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts.

Keith McCabe, 6-9 p.m. Café Aroma.

Change Required, 6-9 p.m. Idyll Awhile Wine Shoppe & Bistro.

Idyllwild Ghost Town, 7-9 p.m. Town Hall; Hayride in search of illusive beasts, 7-9:30 p.m.

Idyllwild Nature Center. Shuttle bus from Town Hall.

Theatre Production I, 7:30-10 p.m. IAF Theatre, Idyllwild Arts.

Saturday, October 24, 2015 Living Free presents “Howl & Yowl,” musical benefit for the animals featuring Honey County and Black Swan, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Living Free Animal Sanctuary, Mountain Center.

Idyllwild Area Historical Society’s 15th anniversary celebration, 2 p.m., IAHS Museum; historical discussion, 4 p.m. Idyllwild Library.

Bill Saitta & Keith McCabe, 6-9 p.m. Café Aroma.

Jac Jacaruso, 6-9 p.m. Idyll Awhile Wine Shoppe & Bistro.

Zach Hornsey, 6-9 p.m. Idyology.

Idyllwild Ghost Town, 7-9 p.m. Town Hall; Hayride in search of illusive beasts, 7-9:30 p.m.

Idyllwild Nature Center. Shuttle bus from Town Hall.

Theatre Production I, 7:30-10 p.m. IAF Theatre, Idyllwild Arts.

Idyllwild Zombie Run, from town to the Riverside County Park. TBA. Animal Rescue Friends of Idyllwild Family Foto Day. Appointments, 951-659-1122.

Sunday, October 25, 2015 Michael Kollwitz, 9 a.m.-noon. Café Aroma.

Auxiliary Kids’ Halloween Party, noon-2 p.m.

American Legion Post 800.

Theatre Production I, 2-4:30 p.m. IAF Theatre, Idyllwild Arts.

Sandii Castleberry & Lenny Hansell, 6-9 p.m.

Idyology.

Monday, October 26, 2015 Visiting Artist Show: Craft in America, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts.

Tuesday, October 27, 2015 Visiting Artist Show: Craft in America, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts.

Wednesday, October 28, 2015 The Beauty of Our Imperfections Workshop, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Spirit Mountain Retreat.

Visiting Artist Show: Craft in America, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts.

Thursday, October 29, 2015 The Beauty of Our Imperfections Workshop, 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Spirit Mountain Retreat.

Visiting Artist Show: Craft in America, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts.

Friday, October 30, 2015 Visiting Artist Show: Craft in America, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts.

Jazz Grass, 6-9 p.m. Idyll Awhile Wine Shoppe & Bistro.

Idyllwild Ghost Town, 7-9 p.m. Town Hall; Hayride in search of illusive beasts, 7-9:30 p.m. Idyllwild Nature Center. Shuttle bus from Town Hall.

Saturday, October 31, 2015 Happy Halloween activities, all day. Idyllwild Library.

Great Pumpkin Parade & Carnival, 4:15 p.m. downtown Idyllwild.

Jac Jacaruso, 6-9 p.m. Idyll Awhile Wine Shoppe & Bistro.

Idyllwild Ghost Town, 7-9 p.m. Town Hall; Hayride in search of illusive beasts, 7-9:30 p.m. Idyllwild Nature Center. Shuttle bus from Town Hall.

Halloween Party. American Legion Post 800.

NOVEMBER Sunday, November 1, 2015 Dan Papaila, 9 a.m.-noon. Café Aroma.

Monday, November 2, 2015 Visiting Artist Show: Craft in America, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts.

Tuesday, November 3, 2015 Visiting Artist Show: Craft in America, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts.

Wednesday, November 4, 2015 Visiting Artist Show: Craft in America, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts.

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Tuesday, October 20, 2015 A day in the life of a biologist, Kathy Keane, 6-8 p.m. Idyllwild Library.

Thursday, November 5, 2015 Visiting Artist Show: Craft in America, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts.

Friday, November 6, 2015 Visiting Artist Show: Craft in America, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts.

Guest Reading: Kelly Luce, 7:30-8:30 p.m. Fireside Room, Idyllwild Arts.

Saturday, November 7, 2015 Creativity: the Mission of the New Human, 1:30-4 p.m. Spirit Mountain Retreat.

3Skinz, 6-9 p.m. Idyll Awhile Wine Shoppe & Bistro.

Monday, November 9, 2015 Visiting Artist Show: Craft in America, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts.

Tuesday, November 10, 2015 Visiting Artist Show: Craft in America, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts.

Songwriting Concert, 7:30-8:30 p.m. Lowman Hall, Idyllwild Arts.

Wednesday, November 11, 2015 Visiting Artist Show: Craft in America, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts.

Veterans Day With the Post 800 Honor Guard, 11 a.m. American Legion Post 800.

Women’s Guild lunch & speaker, noon. Idyllwild Community Church.

Willy B. & John King, 6-8 p.m. Idyll Awhile Wine Shoppe & Bistro.

Improvisation Lab, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Idyllwild Arts.

Thursday, November 12, 2015 Visiting Artist Show: Craft in America, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts.

Improvisation Lab, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Idyllwild Arts.

Friday, November 13, 2015 Visiting Artist Show: Craft in America, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts.

Don & Dennis Reed, 6-9 p.m. Idyll Awhile Wine Shoppe & Bistro.

Improvisation Lab, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Idyllwild Arts.

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Saturday, November 14, 2015 Nancy Webber book talk & signing, 2-3:30 p.m.

Idyllwild Library.

Change Required, 6-9 p.m. Idyll Awhile Wine Shoppe & Bistro.

Sunday, November 15, 2015 Sandii Castleberry, 1-4 p.m. Idyll Awhile Wine Shoppe & Bistro.

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Monday, November 16, 2015 Visiting Artist Show: Craft in America, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts.

Black Swan Blues, 6-9 p.m. Café Aroma.

Chamber Music Concert, 7:30-9 p.m. Lowman Hall, Idyllwild Arts.

Tuesday, November 17, 2015 Visiting Artist Show: Craft in America, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts.

Jazz Concert, 7:30-9 p.m. Lowman Hall, Idyllwild Arts.

Wednesday, November 18, 2015 Visiting Artist Show: Craft in America, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts.

Jac Jacaruso, 6-8 p.m. Idyll Awhile Wine Shoppe & Bistro.

Dance Concert, 7:30-10 p.m. IAF Theatre, Idyllwild Arts.

Thursday, November 19, 2015 Visiting Artist Show: Craft in America, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts.

Idyllwild Speakers Series, 5:30 p.m. reception, 6 p.m. start, Silver Pines Lodge.

Dance Concert, 7:30-10 p.m. IAF Theatre, Idyllwild Arts.

Friday, November 20, 2015 Visiting Artist Show: Craft in America, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts.

Keith McCabe, 6-9 p.m. Idyll Awhile Wine Shoppe & Bistro.

Dance Concert, 7:30-10 p.m. IAF Theatre, Idyllwild Arts.

Saturday, November 21, 2015 Lenny Hansell & guest, 6-9 p.m. Idyll Awhile Wine Shoppe & Bistro.

Sunday, November 22, 2015 Dan Papaila, 9 a.m.-noon. Café Aroma.

Thursday, November 26, 2015 Thanksgiving Day Dinner, noon-2 p.m. American Legion Post 800.

Friday, November 27, 2015 Rotary Club’s Harvest Festival & Craft Fair, 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. Town Hall.

Saturday, November 28, 2015 Rotary Club’s Harvest Festival & Craft Fair, 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. Town Hall.

Idyllwild Tree Lighting Ceremony & Olde English Theatre Co., 4:30 p.m. Town center.

Change Required, 6-9 p.m. Idyll Awhile Wine Shoppe & Bistro.

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Sunday, November 29, 2015 Stratford Players present “Uh-Oh, Here Comes Christmas,” time and location TBA.

DECEMBER Wednesday, December 2, 2015 Local Color in a Holiday Program, 4-5:30 p.m. Idyllwild Library Community Room.

Saturday, December 5, 2015 Stratford Players present “Uh-Oh, Here Comes Christmas,” time and location TBA. 3Skinz, 6-9 p.m. Idyll Awhile Wine Shoppe & Bistro.

Sunday, December 6, 2015 Stratford Players present “Uh-Oh, Here Comes Christmas,” time and location TBA. Monday, December 7, 2015 Student Theme Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts.

Tuesday, December 8, 2015 Student Theme Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts.

Wednesday, December 9, 2015 Student Theme Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts.

Women’s Guild, Christmas Tea, Readings & Music by the Manchester Children, 1 p.m. Idyllwild Community Church.

Willy B. & John King, 6-8 p.m. Idyll Awhile Wine Shoppe & Bistro.

Thursday, December 10, 2015 Student Theme Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts, Friday, December 11, 2015 Student Theme Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center; Theatre Production II, 7:30-10 p.m.

Rush Hall, Idyllwild Arts.

Don & Dennis Reed, 6-9 p.m. Idyll Awhile Wine Shoppe & Bistro.

“A Merry Madcap Christmas,” Idyllwild Actors Theatre, 7 p.m. reception; 7:30 p.m. curtains.

Rainbow Inn.

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Idyllwild Master Chorale.

PHOTO BY JOHN DRAKE

Saturday, December 12, 2015 Lenny Hansell & guest, 6-9 p.m. Idyll Awhile Wine Shoppe & Bistro.

“A Merry Madcap Christmas,” Idyllwild Actors Theatre, 7 p.m. reception; 7:30 p.m. curtains.

Rainbow Inn. Idyllwild Arts Academy Orchestra, 7:30-10 p.m., Lowman Hall; Theatre Production II, 7:30-10 p.m. Rush Hall, Idyllwild Arts.

Sunday, December 13, 2015 Idyllwild Arts Academy Orchestra, 2-4:30 p.m., Lowman Hall; Theatre Production II, 2-4:30 p.m. Rush Hall, Idyllwild Arts.

Monday, December 14, 2015 Student Theme Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts.

Tuesday, December 15, 2015 Student Theme Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts.

Wednesday, December 16, 2015 Student Theme Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts.

Thursday, December 17, 2015 Student Theme Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts.

Friday, December 18, 2015 Student Theme Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts.

Keith McCabe & guest, 6-9 p.m. Idyll Awhile Wine Shoppe & Bistro.

Saturday, December 19, 2015 Change Required, 6-9 p.m. Idyll Awhile Wine Shoppe & Bistro.

Idyllwild Master Chorale Holiday Concert, 7:30 p.m.; Art Alliance of Idyllwild Winter Art Sale, 12:30 p.m. Idyllwild Arts.

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EVENTS

Friday, December 4, 2015 Student Theme Show Opening Reception, 6-7 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center; Faculty Recital, 3 pianists, 2 pianos Parvati Mani, Jeanette Louise Yaryan & Douglas Ashcraft, 7:30-9 p.m. Idyllwild Arts.

Sunday, December 20, 2015 Idyllwild Master Chorale Holiday Concert & Art Alliance of Idyllwild Winter Art Sale, 1:30 p.m.

Idyllwild School gym.

Thursday, December 31, 2015 New Year’s Eve Party with band, 7 p.m. American Legion Post 800.

Change Required, 8 p.m.-midnight. Idyll Awhile Wine Shoppe & Bistro.

JANUARY Tuesday, January 5, 2016 Idyllwild International Festival of Cinema, 10 a.m.

Venues throughout Idyllwild.

Friday, January 22, 2016 Junior Show Opening Reception, 6-7 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center; Parallax Reading & Party, 7:30-8:30 p.m. Idyllwild Arts.

Change Required, 6-9 p.m. Idyll Awhile Wine Shoppe & Bistro.

Saturday, January 23, 2016 Alumni Orchestra Concert, 7:30-9 p.m. Lowman Hall, Idyllwild Arts.

Monday, January 25, 2016 Junior Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts.

Wednesday, January 6, 2016 Idyllwild International Festival of Cinema, 10 a.m.

Venues throughout Idyllwild.

Tuesday, January 26, 2016 Junior Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center; Music in the Meadow Concert, 7:30-8:30 p.m. Stephens Recital Hall, Idyllwild Arts.

Thursday, January 7, 2016 Idyllwild International Festival of Cinema, 10 a.m.

Venues throughout Idyllwild.

Wednesday, January 27, 2016 Junior Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts.

Friday, January 8, 2016 Idyllwild International Festival of Cinema, 10 a.m.

Venues throughout Idyllwild.

Saturday, January 9, 2016 Idyllwild International Festival of Cinema, 10 a.m., venues throughout Idyllwild.

Children’s Film Festival, 10 a.m. Idyllwild Library Community Room.

Change Required, 6-9 p.m. Idyll Awhile Wine Shoppe & Bistro.

Sunday, January 10, 2016 Idyllwild International Festival of Cinema, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., venues throughout Idyllwild; Awards Ceremony, 5 p.m. Rustic Theatre.

Wednesday, January 13, 2016 Women’s Guild lunch & speaker, noon. Idyllwild Community Church.

Thursday, January 14, 2016 Idyllwild Speakers Series, 5:30 p.m. reception, 6 p.m. start, Silver Pines Lodge.

Thursday, January 28, 2016 Junior Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center; Poet in Residence Reading, 7:30-8:30 p.m. Fireside Room, Idyllwild Arts.

Friday, January 29, 2016 Junior Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts.

FEBRUARY Monday, February 1, 2016 Junior Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts.

Tuesday, February 2, 2016 Junior Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts.

Wednesday, February 3, 2016 Junior Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts.

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Saturday, January 16, 2016 Fashion Show, 7:30-10 p.m. Idyllwild Arts

Thursday, February 4, 2016 Junior Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts.

Wednesday, January 20, 2016 Physical Theatre Lab, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Rush Hall, Idyllwild Arts.

Friday, February 5, 2016 Junior Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts.

Thursday, January 21, 2016 Physical Theatre Lab, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Rush Hall, Idyllwild Arts.

Saturday, February 6, 2016 Idyllwild Arts Academy Orchestra, 7:30-10 p.m.

Lowman Hall, Idyllwild Arts.

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Idyllwild Arts Academy hosts performances and exhibitions throughout the year, many are open to the public and free.

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Sunday, February 7, 2016 Idyllwild Arts Orchestra Concert, 2-4:30 p.m.

Lowman Hall, Idyllwild Arts.

tion Center, Idyllwild Arts.

Idyllwild Speakers Series, 5:30 p.m. reception, 6 p.m. start, Silver Pines Lodge.

Tuesday, February 9, 2016 Piano Fest, 7:30-10 p.m. Lowman Hall, Idyllwild Arts.

Friday, February 19, 2016 Visiting Artist Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center; Musical Theatre Cabaret, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Rush Hall, Idyllwild Arts.

Friday, February 12, 2016 Visiting Artist Opening Reception, 6-7 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts.

Saturday, February 13, 2016 Change Required, 6-9 p.m. Idyll Awhile Wine Shoppe & Bistro.

Monday, February 15, 2016 Visiting Artist Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts.

Tuesday, February 16, 2016 Visiting Artist Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts.

Wednesday, February 17, 2016 Visiting Artist Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts.

Thursday, February 18, 2016 Visiting Artist Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibi-

Monday, February 22, 2016 Visiting Artist Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts.

Tuesday, February 23, 2016 Visiting Artist Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center; Jazz Concert, 7:30-9:30 p.m.

Lowman Hall, Idyllwild Arts.

Wednesday, February 24, 2016 Visiting Artist Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts.

Thursday, February 25, 2016 Visiting Artist Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center; Junior Creative Writing Readings, 7:30-8:30 p.m. Idyllwild Arts.

Friday, February 26, 2016 Visiting Artist Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts.

Saturday, February 27, 2016 Change Required, 6-9 p.m. Idyll Awhile Wine Shoppe & Bistro.

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Wednesday, February 10, 2016 Women’s Guild lunch & speaker, noon. Idyllwild Community Church.

Monday, February 29, 2016 Visiting Artist Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts.

MARCH Tuesday, March 1, 2016 Visiting Artist Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts.

Wednesday, March 2, 2016 Visiting Artist Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts.

Thursday, March 3, 2016 Visiting Artist Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts.

Friday, March 4, 2016 Visiting Artist Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts.

Monday, March 7, 2016 Visiting Artist Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts.

Tuesday, March 8, 2016 Visiting Artist Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center; Music in the Meadows, 7:30-8:30 p.m. Stephens Recital Hall, Idyllwild Arts.

Wednesday, March 9, 2016 Visiting Artist Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts.

Women’s Guild lunch & speaker, noon. Idyllwild Community Church.

Thursday, March 10, 2016 Visiting Artist Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center, Idyllwild Arts.

Friday, March 11, 2016 Visiting Artist Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center; Theatre Production III, 7:30-10 p.m. Rush Hall, Idyllwild Arts.

Saturday, March 12, 2016 Change Required, 6-9 p.m. Idyll Awhile Wine Shoppe & Bistro.

Theatre Production III, 7:30-10 p.m. Rush Hall, Idyllwild Arts.

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Sunday, March 13, 2016 Theatre Production III, 2-4:30 p.m. Rush Hall, Idyllwild Arts.

Monday, March 14, 2016 Visiting Artist Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibi-

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Soroptimist International of Idyllwild presents “A Celebration of Women in the Arts,” a fundraising event that benefits programs to stop human trafficking.

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tion Center, Idyllwild Arts.

Wednesday, March 16, 2016 Visiting Artist Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center; Dance Concert, 7:30-9:30 p.m. IAF Theatre, Idyllwild Arts.

Soroptimists’ Women in Arts & Auction, 5 p.m.

Rainbow Inn. Thursday, March 17, 2016 Idyllwild Speakers Series, 5:30 p.m. reception, 6 p.m. start, Silver Pines Lodge.

Visiting Artist Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parks Exhibition Center; Dance Concert, 7:30-9:30 p.m. IAF Theatre, Idyllwild Arts.

St. Patrick’s Day Dinner/Party. American Legion Post 800.

Soroptimist International of Idyllwild presents “A Celebration of Women In the Arts,” time TBA, Rainbow Inn. Friday, March 18, 2016 Dance Concert, 7:30-9:30 p.m. IAF Theatre, Idyllwild Arts.

Saturday, March 26, 2016 Idyllwild Easter Egg Hunt, 10 a.m. Idyllwild Community Center site.

Change Required, 6-9 p.m. Idyll Awhile Wine Shoppe & Bistro.

Idyllwild Master Chorale Spring Concert, 7:30 p.m. Idyllwild Arts.

Sunday, March 27, 2016 Easter Sunrise Service, 6:30 a.m. Inspiration Point.

Kids’ Easter Party, 1-3 p.m. American Legion Post 800.

Tuesday, March 29, 2016 Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day, 4 p.m.

American Legion Post 800.

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