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he next time you’re groaning about tourists flooding into Julian for the snow, think about the long-term impacts. It’s thanks to miracles like snow in Southern California that Joshua Mitchell first fell in love with Julian. Like many San Diegans, he and his parents came to enjoy the winter festivities when he was a boy, and now he is Julian’s new library branch manager. “Living in Julian is something I’ve dreamed about for as long as I can remember — probably since the first time my parents brought me up here to play in the snow,” says Mitchell. “So when the opportunity to transfer to the Julian Library came up, I didn’t hesitate.” Like Julian’s former librarian, the universally applauded Colleen Baker, Mitchell started working at the lowest rung in the county library system.
New Librarian Comes to Julian Seventeen years and a master’s degree in library and information science later, he jumped at the chance to transfer from his position at the El Cajon branch to Julian. Luckily, his wife, Holly, shared the same dream, and the family is excited to have now purchased a home in Julian. Though he has some big shoes to fill, Mitchell looks forward to building upon the strong foundation set by Baker, the Friends of the Julian Library group and community partners. He believes that libraries are the heartbeat of the community, serving as artistic and cultural epicenters, technological lifelines, educational conduits and more. This is especially true in small, rural towns, where certain conveniences aren’t as readily available. He also believes that a good library — and librarian — has
New Julian Branch Librarian Joshua Mitchell. Photo Courtesy of Joshua Mitchell
to roll with the times. Even here in the backcountry, that means going digital. As long as the power is on and the Wi-Fi
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personal devices from the comfort of their own homes. The library even helps qualifying adults earn accredited high school diplomas. As Mitchell says, “Wherever life takes us, the library will be there to help.” The library staff’s goal is to continue to create and strengthen partnerships with local organizations, as well as expand educational opportunities for students and programs for people of all ages. Mitchell and all who serve at the library encourage members of the community to offer suggestions for programs and services they would like to see. After all, Mitchell says, “Libraries should not only reflect the interests of the community they serve, but offer opportunities to discover new things. “We’re in this together, and we’re here to serve you.” n
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Storytellers at Heart
Julian Theater Company Creates a Collaborative Community
By Ann Reilly Cole ~ the journal
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hey may have recently started a theater arts workshop while also running a free Mystery Movie program in the refurbished Little Theater at Julian Union High School, but Scott and
Deb Kinney are not newcomers to Julian, or to the performing arts. Each of the new programs of their Julian Theater Company (JTC) has a component designed to
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appeal to the youngest participants, with another meant to draw in more mature audiences. All together, the Kinneys believe these are steps toward building a vibrant theatrical arts community in Julian and a place for performers and audiences to come together for the age-old tradition of entertainment through the art of storytelling. JTC workshops are tailored to two groups: A morning session serves those age 14 and younger, and an afternoon session welcomes those age 15 through adult. In addition to weekly acting sessions, the eight-week workshop provides an introduction to different types of performing arts as well as elements of theatrical production through presentations by seasoned thespians and other theater professionals in their specific areas of expertise. Topics such as character study, makeup design, stunt choreography, costuming, auditioning and video production are covered throughout the season. Sessions devoted to circus arts and to filmmaking will expose participants to different disciplines within the performing arts. A field trip to a professional theater venue with a behind-thescenes component is a highlight of the Kinneys’ program. As the program progresses, theater hopefuls will have the
Scott Kinney addresses the group about the mission of the Julian Theater Company workshop. Photos by Ann Reilly Cole
opportunity to develop their stage acting skills by rehearsing a skit under the direction of Scott, a lifelong thespian who has performed with the San Diego Repertory Theater and the Old Globe Theatre. The skits, some of which have been taken from “Spoon River Anthology,” will be performed near the end of the program. Just a couple of weeks into the program, Deb has already seen positive results in the students. For some, the lesson is that while they may not want to be on stage, they can still enjoy being part of the theater experience by working behind the scenes. “Some of the kids have blossomed already,” said Deb. “Performing has given them a sense of confidence and
Kinney gives direction to Sarah Marshall, left, and Alexis Mussen after their first read-through of a skit about the perils of spending too much time texting.
helped them get past their shyness.” An added benefit of the JTC workshop is to introduce the Kinneys to a new pool of talent they may tap for upcoming plays. They are hoping to stage a musical in the fall, in addition to their annual production of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol.” In an effort to build a community costume library the Kinneys are seeking the donation of a space to place a storage unit to house their growing costume collection. Interested parties may call 760-765-1688. Many people with a variety of skill sets are needed to put on a production, which is why the Kinneys have brought in guest speakers to provide a broad overview of the theater arts. “We want to impress upon MAY 16, 2019
Alexis Mussen, left, and Andrea Retz perform a skit during last season’s Julian Theater Company workshop.
our students that they are storytellers, but it takes a village to tell a story in show business,” said Scott. “Lots of disparate disciplines must come together to make it work.” On the film side of the JTC enterprise, the Kinneys are presenting free movies on the first Sunday of every month for the benefit of the community. The 2 p.m. showing features a family-friendly film, and 6 p.m. screenings feature movies that grownups will enjoy. Their license prevents them from broadly advertising the title of the movie, hence the Mystery Movie concept. Moviegoers who would like to know the title of the film before deciding to attend may call Julian Union High School at 760-765-0606, ext. 300, to
Rodeo Celebrates ‘Ramona The Beautiful’ By Charlene Pulsonetti ~ the journal
hear a recorded message with all the details. This season’s films are selected from a list of recent Academy Award winners. Popcorn and snacks are available for a nominal fee. The movies are shown in the Julian Union High School
Little Theater on a big screen with surround sound. Together, these programs are a step in the direction of providing exposure to the performing arts for the youth of the community, and in further developing theater arts in the backcountry. n
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he thrill of the sport and appreciation for the Western lifestyle will be on many a Ramonan’s mind, thanks to the 39th annual Ramona Rodeo, taking place May 17 to 19 at the Ramona Outdoor Community Center, 421 Aqua Ln. With everything from steer wrestling to live country tunes, there are plenty of ways to enjoy the festivities and celebrate this year’s theme of “Ramona The Beautiful.” Top participants from the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) will be competing in exciting events, such as bareback riding, tiedown roping, saddle bronc riding, steer wresting, bull riding, team roping and barrel racing. With folks coming from far and wide to compete and fill the stands, Ramona is no stranger to sharing its warm, country spirit that keeps them coming back year after year! Rider Kiesner brings his high-energy rope swinging and pistol spinning performance to make the crowd cheer between the main events. At 9:30 p.m., following the Friday and Saturday rodeo festivities, the Nancarrow band will take the stage with their signature honky-tonk tunes — ensuring that toes keep tappin’ long into the night. Nancarrow performances are included with the price of admission. On Sunday at 10 a.m., Cowboy Church will set the tone for the last day of the rodeo. Gates open at 6 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, with performances beginning at 7:30 p.m. On Sunday, the gates open at 2 p.m., and the MAY 16, 2019
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Called to the Mountaintop
By Ann Reilly Cole ~ the journal
A Retreat Center Offers Hope
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ichelle Dutro, a United States Air Force veteran and retired firefighter, is aware that veterans, active duty military and first responders suffering from post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) have invisible yet life-threatening wounds that may be healed without the use of drugs. Dutro picked a mountaintop in Julian to create Inner North Star Retreats and Coaching and the nonprofit Inner North Star PTSD Retreat Center, a unique program that offers help to those in need. The PTSD program, which is free and limited to six participants, employs nontraditional treatment methods and depends on the willingness of the client to be open to change and to share what they have learned to help others. Grounded in ancient practices that are backed up by modern clinical research, Dutro’s four-level course is
Michelle Dutro, founder of Inner North Star Retreat Center, and Zip, the therapy dog. Photo by Ann Reilly Cole
divided into three areas of therapy: HeartMath, Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) and Yoga Nidra. The program is presented as a daytime retreat, with two to four weeks between sessions, during which the clients practice what they have learned before they return for the next level. It takes two to three months to complete the training, depending on each individual’s pace. Free monthly webinars and access to a private Facebook group offer support between sessions. Visit www.innernorthstar.com. Additionally, the retreat center is open every Monday, allowing those who have been in the program to take advantage of the meditation gardens and walks. “I knew that my program was working when the wife of a veteran who completed it reported that over time, her husband’s anger subsided and he once again became the
pleasant individual she used to know,” said Dutro. During the first level, clients learn to use the three therapeutic practices. HeartMath is a biofeedback system that helps synchronize the brain and heart for optimal stress resistance and mental performance. EFT, also known as “tapping,” combines the disciplines of acupressure and psychology, with the goal of sending calming signals to the brain and body to reduce anxiety and reprogram the brain’s reaction to stress. Yoga Nidra is said to help heal unresolved issues, traumas and wounds present in the body and mind. After completing this level, clients choose one of the techniques to be the focus of their teacher training at the next level. After about two weeks, clients return for level-two training that focuses on one-on-one study to further develop skills in their chosen technique. Each client is provided
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with the appropriate software, audio downloads or an app subscription to continue their training at home. Level three involves studying teaching principles and how to effectively use the skills participants have learned and teach them to another individual or group. A follow-up 30-minute coaching call is offered after this level has been completed. Finally, at level four, the client is ready to be an assistant teacher in a level-two class. Once this level has been completed, the participant is added as a moderator in the Facebook group and may teach in any class in his or her technique on a spaceavailable basis. “The setting is imperative,” said Dutro. “My goal is to put clients in a place of ease, so they will have a more
a variety of thoughtful words, participants inevitably find that one word repeatedly stands out and becomes a focal point for their retreat. For those who enjoy the company of four-legged friends, Zip, the therapy dog, is part of the INS experience. The cost of about $2,000 per person to complete the PTSD program is supported through donations and fundraising. Julian businesses have stepped up to support the program with specially brewed beer, a chili cook-off, the Julian Grape Stomp and private dinners. Ten percent of the profit from the personal coaching and retreat side of Dutro’s enterprise also goes to support the free program. Additionally, Dutro recently cleared a portion of her property to plant Chardonnay grapes to
Scenic vistas enhance the relaxing atmosphere of the retreat center.
natural ability to learn new ideas and skills.” Dutro chose Julian as the home for her retreat center because she wanted to create a secluded seasonal outdoor environment with grand views and a natural beauty that supports relaxation from the moment of arrival. The 20-acre parcel is filled with natural rock gardens and tranquil seating areas, with fire pits and walking trails. A leveled area for outdoor yoga exercises is lined with a meditation path scattered with stones bearing peaceful messages. Though the imprinted stones are equally spaced along the path and are marked with MAY 16, 2019
create Onna-Bugeisha sparkling wine. The grapes will be planted on May 23, International Chardonnay Day, by female active duty military, veterans and first responders. Funds raised by the sale of the wine will support women’s PTSD retreats. Considering the economic and personal cost and the high suicide rates of active duty and retired military and first responders with PTSD, having available an alternative treatment is critical to this population. Dutro’s program is a step in the right direction to help those who have served our nation. n
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Hikers camp at the Community Resource Center in Warner Springs, where they can relax on their long journey and meet fellow travelers from around the world.
Pacific Crest Trail Opens Avenues of Introspection
By Megan Peralta ~ the journal
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he Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) runs approximately 2,653 miles, from the California-Mexico border near Campo, to the U.S.-Canada border in Manning Park, British Columbia. It goes through California, Oregon and Washington, traverses several mountain ranges and spans the elevational spectrum from sea level to approximately 13,000 feet in the Sierra Nevada mountain range. Hundreds — if not thousands — of hikers set out
each year, but very few have actually hiked the entire distance. Julian is one of the Southern California stops for hikers, and lucky for them there’s plenty of home-baked goodies around town. Most Julian residents have probably noticed the hikers loaded up with packs and water braving all kinds of weather, hitching rides down to the desert or finding some valuable supplies in the post office donation bin. Two such hikers making their At the Warner Springs Community Resource Center, hikers on the Pacific way through Julian this month Crest Trail can enjoy the comforts of home, including amenities such as a were Timo, from Germany, and Photos by Darrel Kinney kitchenette, lounge area and internet access. his American companion, who goes by the name “Lunchbox.” died, and it seemed her life was falling apart. Fine Ladies Clothing • Jewelry • Hats • Gift Items “That’s my trail name,” Lunchbox says. “You have a lot of time to think on the trail,” says “It was given to me because I pack too Lunchbox, who is hiking the PCT to disconnect and much food.” have time to think. But who could blame her? The two For a lot of people, that stretch of silence might started their journey around the end of be frightening. But the wilderness is not for the faint April, and they plan to be on the trail for of heart. five months — if all goes well. And unless someone has personally experienced “It’s just a lifelong dream, being in the months of walking in all weather, with little access wilderness all out there by myself,” Timo to what modern society considers basic necessities says. “That’s the main part. It’s tougher — like flushing toilets — how could a person know than I expected.” what was in store? The two have been averaging 10 to 15 Lunchbox and Timo have to contend with the SUMMER SIZZLING SPECIALS! miles a day, though their goal is 20 to 25. weight of their packs which, averaging 22 pounds, They made it to Julian, thanks to a ride depending on food and water, are always “too heavy.” 760 765-0119 • 2019 Main St. • Julian, CA with a “trail angel.” They also have to think about how far it is to the www.KathysDressShop.com According to Timo, the hardest things next water source or town, and the next place they to contend with are the can find food. Many hikers also send themselves sun and the weight of boxes of supplies, addressed to various post offices the pack. Another thing along the route, which are probably some of the he realized is just how best “unboxing” experiences. Professional Work at Great Prices! convenient his everyday The PCT is really the perfect metaphor for life, life was. though. A person might not get to decide where COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL “The contrast is high he starts, or with whom. But by the end of the trail, • Carpet Cleaning between daily life and life the journey is all his own. Along the way, he gets to on the trail,” he says. • Area Rug Cleaning decide whom to hike with, what parts of the past But hiking the PCT is to carry with him, what forks in the trail to take. • Wood Floor Cleaning a weightier matter than Nobody can travel them all, and rarely — if ever — • Tile & Stone Cleaning a tent, clothes and equipcan someone go back to a crossroads and start over. Polishing — Stone Sealing ment. Many people hike As Strayed, the author, did, we might just lose our • Counter Top Cleaning because they have heavy boots mid-trail and have to limp to the next water• High Pressure Wash – Driveways, things weighing on their ing hole in taped-up sandals. Patios and Exterior Tiles minds and souls. For Whether it’s tackling the trail — or living our • Professional Repair Work example, Cheryl Strayed, everyday life — we learn that no one really makes it author of “Wild: From Lost through without help. • Carpet Re-stretching to Found on the Pacific (Get rid of the ripples) We all need “trail angels” along the route to cheer Crest Trail,” tackled the us on and carry us when we absolutely can’t take • Upholstery Cleaning trail after her mother another step in our own strength. n • Pet Urine Treatment
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here is no shortage of wildflowers in Julian this year — good news for organizers and attendees of the 93rd Annual Wildflower Show, hosted by the Julian Woman’s Club at Julian Town Hall from May 4 to 6. According to show chairman Karen Kincaid, around 400 visitors were in attendance. “The wildflowers were picked over a 15-mile radius and were very abundant,” she said. “This educational show helped people identify many flowers seen in our area, and some new flowers that have shown up due to our plentiful rain.” Art and science projects from Julian Union High School and Julian Elementary School students were also on display.
Plentiful rain meant an abundance of wildflowers were available to display at the Julian Woman’s Club 93rd Annual Wildflower Show.
Kincaid expressed excitement as they plan for the club’s 2020 event. “We look forward to
next year’s show and adding additional information regarding our ‘jewels of the backcountry’ wildflowers.” n
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By Megan Peralta ~ the journal
A Rising Star in Astronomy
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ivek Vijayakumar is a 10th-grader at San Marcos High School, but he’s way beyond Chemistry 101. This summer he is going to Heidelberg, Germany, for an internship with Haus der Astronomie, Center for Astronomy Education and Outreach. Instead of playing video games and taking trips to the beach, he’ll spend his school vacation analyzing data from such entities as the Spitzer Space Telescope and the Gaia satellite. He was one of a select number of students from around the world accepted into the program, and his list of achievements leaves no doubt as to why he was chosen. He won first place in 2017 and second place in 2018 in the California Science and Engineering Fair, in addition to winning two Jack Horkheimer Youth Service Awards in the Imaging Award category — taking first place in 2017, and second place in 2018. Also in 2018, he won the Astronomical League’s National Young Astronomer Award for Outstanding Achievement in Astronomy. His project? Analyzing the expansion rates of planetary nebulae. Vijayakumar has been interested in astronomy since he was 8 years old. It was his sister who helped solidify his interest by introducing him to a lunar eclipse. At last year’s Julian Natural Wonderfest, Vijayakumar met Doug Sollosy and other representatives of the Julian Dark Sky Network, which
carbon compounds, which are especially important for things like life,” he explained. “An AGB carbon star is near the end of its life, and it expends all its outer layer, and that feeds other planetary systems. They distribute carbon all across whatever area they’re situated in.” Earth’s sun is, of course, a star — roughly 4.5 billion years old and about 330,000 times the size of Earth. It is a giant ball of plasma and electrically charged gases, primarily hydrogen and helium. The sun’s chemical reactions create a magnetic field that is constantly shifting and changing, and scientists
closely monitor those changes because of their potential to affect Earth. If an eruption is great enough, the sun can affect radio signals and power grids, all from about 93 million miles away. When it comes to magnetic flux, Vijayakumar explains, “The sun has a large magnetic field, and when it gets bent or twisted, it releases energy. That causes solar flares, so that magnetic field can have bad consequences for the earth. If it’s really bad, any satellite or electronics in the path could stop working. The sun has a lot of opportunity to affect us.” The big words and bigger concepts aren’t the main hurdle for this
Award-winning high school astronomer Vivek Vijayakumar comes to Julian specifically because of the dark sky. Photos Courtesy of Vivek Vijayakumar
resulted in a visit to the local Curiosity Peak Observatory to see just how great the night sky is. Soon he was coming to Julian regularly, because it is one of few locations in San Diego County that offers such good conditions for astronomy. And the research Vijayakumar is pursuing demands dark skies. Among other specialties, he is studying the molecular spectra of asymptotic giant branch (AGB) carbon stars and the magnetic flux surrounding chromospheric filaments. What does that even mean? “AGB carbon stars contain a lot of
Vivek Vijayakumar’s astrophotography image of the Pinwheel Galaxy.
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high-schooler, though. It’s the weather. He has gotten stuck in the snow trying to come up to Julian in the winter. And even when the roads are clear, there’s no guarantee that clouds won’t suddenly descend and rain out local star parties. In describing the difference between the sky quality in his San Diego neighborhood and in Julian, he says, without a trace of irony, “It’s a night-andday difference.” One way of measuring dark skies is by using the Bortle Dark-Sky Scale, where the darkest, least light-polluted sky is a one, and the brightest, most polluted sky is a nine.
Vijayakumar explains that if Tokyo is a nine because of its extreme light pollution, San Marcos rates as a seven. Julian, on the less-bright side, has a Bortle rating of three. Not many high-schoolers can say they have won as many awards in science, and probably even fewer know about the molecular spectra of carbon stars — or that carbon stars are a “thing.” The astronomical work that Vijayakumar and fellow astronomers perform depends on being able to see what shines above, which is increasingly difficult due to spreading light pollution. “A lot of important observatories, like Palomar and Mount
Wilson, are slowly losing sky quality,” he said. “So a lot of important things happening here are slowly being decommissioned because of light pollution. A lot is happening environmentally, and extensive light pollution is detrimental to human health. It’s not just amateur astronomers angry that they can’t see things — it’s a very broad scope.” Looking up at the sky isn’t just about science, either. It’s about perspective. Vijayakumar is one of the only students in his school who is interested in astronomy and the night sky, and it sets him apart from his peers in several ways. “It’s just that people don’t
really realize the scope of what exists,” he said. “When they hear about things — about science — it’s very abstract, so they don’t understand why. But a lot of important stuff comes out of all that science. It’s just about what the bigger picture is.” Julian’s sky is vital — not just to this rising star’s research, but also to the next generation of young astronomers and sky gazers. The community is making great strides toward preserving and protecting this invaluable resource, such as supporting the Julian Natural Wonderfest, hosting star parties and making simple changes in outdoor lighting fixtures.
Vijayakumar also has a message for Julian. “The efforts to preserve dark skies here should be expanded, because the dark sky in Julian is one of the best parts of Julian,” he said. “It’s the only place in San Diego County that is easily accessible for San Diegans. It’s an important resource that a lot of people value, and it also sets an example for other communities.” Despite his young age, Vivek Vijayakumar is certainly setting an example. But then again, how important is age in the grand scheme of the cosmos? n
British Cars Roll Through Ramona and Julian
Members of the San Diego British Car Club Council drive through Ramona on their April 28 Rolling British Car Day event. Photo by Annette Williams
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oanie Berkwitz, president of the San Diego British Car Club Council, was delighted and appreciative of local spectators who turned out to welcome drivers participating in the Rolling British Car Day event on April 28, which took club members through Ramona to Menghini Winery in Julian. “People guessed out the route along the way — it made all the (participants) happy,” says Berkwitz, who spotted spectators on Main Street in Ramona and along Old Julian Highway. The council is made up of multiple British car clubs within the county, and has been in existence since the 1960s. During the Rolling Car Day event, owners of British vehicles from antiquity to the modern era participated — about 140 cars in total — and enjoyed a drive on the backcountry’s winding roads. A modern car, known as the “sweep,” followed along at the end of the caravan, ensuring the well-being of drivers — just in case. According to Berkwitz, there were a number of car clubs organized in San Diego County in the 1940s and 1950s, of which many members were engineers, members of the Navy, or involved in aeronautics. These clubs hosted time-speed-distance rallies on weekends, which unlike the Rolling Car Day event, were serious, mathematics-driven competitions. “It was a puzzle,” she says. MAY 16, 2019
“Engineers, in particular, enjoyed it.” The scenic landscape of Julian, with trees and flowers in bloom, was the backdrop for cars parked in the meadow at Menghini Winery. “Mike and Toni Menghini are car collectors, as well,” Berkwitz said of their hosts, making the location an even more serendipitous destination for drivers. The council hosts multiple events throughout the year that can be enjoyed by collectors and enthusiasts alike, including competitive rallies, leisurely caravans and car shows. Participants ended their journey at Menghini Winery in Julian. Photo by Joanie Berkwitz
British car owners parked their cars in the meadow at Menghini Winery to relax after a long journey through the mountains. Photo by Joe Mergens
This year, the group will celebrate the 40th anniversary of its annual car show, which will take place on Oct. 12 at Spanish Landing Park, 3900 North Harbor Dr., in San Diego. The group will also be celebrating the 60th anniversary of the Mini, and the 70th anniversary of the Lotus. Visit www. sandiegobritishcarday.com. The turnout of spectators at the recent event is another reminder that the folks in Ramona, Julian and everywhere in between enjoy the look and lore of unique automobiles — and what better place to show off shiny chrome and dazzling shades of color than among the quaint mountain towns of San Diego County. n JULIAN Journal 9
Our readers want to hear what your group is up to. Contact Julian Journal at 760-788-8148 or email News@RamonaJournal.com. ONGOING EVENTS Live Webcam Views of Julian Julian Chamber of Commerce, www.visitjulian. com/julian-ca-webcam. Julian Pioneer Museum, www.julianpioneermuseum.org/ web-cam. American Legion Post 468 hosts fundraising dinners and breakfasts at 2503 Washington St. to benefit community groups and clubs. 760-765-0126 Anza-Borrego Foundation educational programs, hikes and more. www.theabf.org Julian Backcountry Quilt Trail along Hwys. 78 and 79 and other roads in Julian, Santa Ysabel, Warner Springs and Ramona. Look for painted wooden “quilt” blocks on homes and businesses, including the Julian town area. www.julianbackcountryquilttrail.org Julian Doves and Desperados awardwinning historical comedy skits Sun. at 2 pm (weather permitting) at Julian Jail, 1927 Fourth St. 760-765-1857 Jeremy’s on the Hill music Sat. and Sun. 5 pm; Mon. 6 pm, 4354 Hwy. 78. 760-765-1587 www.jeremysonthehill.com Music at Julian Station Sun. live music 1-4 pm; wine, beer, hard cider and mead tasting rooms; outdoor patio and restaurant. Julian Station, 4470 Hwy. 78. www.julianstation.com
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Julian Historical Society fourth Wed. 7 pm, 2133 Fourth St. 760-765-0436 Julian Union High School District Board Meetings third Thurs. at 6 pm unless specified. Room 4, 1656 Hwy. 78. www.juhsd.org Julian Warriors & Survivors group for patients, caregivers and friends encountering cancer and rare diseases meets Tues. at 3:30 pm at Community United Methodist Church of Julian, Hwy. 78 and Pine Hills Rd. 760-765-0114 Palomar Health free and low-cost health education classes and screenings. 800-628-2880 www.palomarhealth.org/ classes JULIAN LIBRARY Julian Branch Library is open Tues. through Sat. at 1850 Hwy. 78. Return overdue materials the last Fri. of the month and fees will be waived, with the exception of Circuit, Link+ and interlibrary loan items. Feeding San Diego produce and staples distribution second and fourth Wed. at 10 am at the library. Laura Silveria, 619-481-9695 Friends of the Library Bookstore is open from 11-5, Tues.-Sat. 760-765-2239 Library Activities & Events call 760-765-0370 or visit www.sdcl.org/ locationsJL.html n
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Welcome Branch Librarian Josh Mitchell Julian Branch Library’s new librarian, Josh Mitchell, comes from the El Cajon Library. Mitchell is a native San Diegan, who has dreamed of moving to Julian since childhood. He graduated from San Jose State University in 2010, with a master’s degree in library and information science, and comes to the position with more than 17 years of experience with San Diego County Library. He is driven by his commitment to public service and passion for library services to all ages, and is excited about working with the community to expand and build upon the great works accomplished by his predecessor in collaboration with the library’s dedicated staff and the “wonderful people of Julian” and its surrounding communities. He and his wife are purchasing a home in Julian.
Welcome Back Tonya Gadbois Tonya Gadbois returns to Julian Library from the Borrego Springs Branch Library. She is a Library Technician IV and the assistant branch manager. Gadbois is excited to be back at her home branch with the new team. Bookstore There are many books on history and World War II, and large-format books about science and art in the library Bookstore — and many donations are still being received. Volunteers are always needed, and training is provided. All who would like to see the Bookstore open more often are invited to come and help. Money raised in the Bookstore goes toward extras for the library. FOJL Membership In addition to purchases made at the Bookstore, membership in the Friends of the Julian Library also helps fund the library’s extras.
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ON MEMORY’S BACK TRAIL The Fabulous Himalaya Gem Mine at Mesa Grande
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he story of the fabulous Himalaya Gem Mine in Mesa Grande was faithfully recorded by miner and gemologist Fred J. Rynerson in his book,“Exploring and Mining Gems and Gold in the West.” Rynerson recalled how the Native Americans living in Mesa Grande were well aware of the existence of beautiful tourmaline crystals that were plentiful after being eroded out of the mother deposit long before any white man had seen the rare gemstones. They thought of them as curiosities with little or no trade value. In the 1890s, the Dameron, Ingram and Angel children who lived at Gem Hill often picked up the pink and green tourmaline crystals while wandering through the hills and took them to the Mesa Grande store, where they were traded for marbles and candy. Before long, word got out about the unusual tourmalines, and a location claim was officially filed on the Himalaya Mine by Gail Lewis in 1898.
A tourmaline gemstone arch was a feature of the Mesa Grande store. Photo Courtesy Darrell Beck
According to Rynerson, who first worked in the mines in 1901, the tourmalines were sent to Tiffany and Company in New York for identification and value, where J.L. Tannenbaum recognized an
exceptional find. As a result, Tannenbaum sent an agent to the Mesa Grande location who, according to Rynerson, eventually jumped the claim. In 1953, author Harold O. Weight wrote an article in the Calico Press about the early days of the Himalaya, when the first actual mining of the pegmatite gems took place. According to Vance Angel, who lived on the mountain and who was mine foreman from about 1900 to 1912, that agent was a man by the name of Heighway. Angel said that Tannenbaum eventually sent another agent, J. Goodman Bray Jr., a self-proclaimed foster son of Tannenbaum, who was put in full charge of the Himalaya Mine until it was closed in 1912. According to Angel, “The richness of the Himalaya Mine and the size of some of its gem pockets can hardly be conceived. We hit one pocket, in which six men worked six weeks, and we still didn’t get all the tourmalines out — and it was 90 percent gem material. We handled it like corncobs until we got tired of handling it.” The pocket reportedly produced two tons of tourmaline. “It was a blanket ledge, exposed right on the surface,” Angel said. “We cut into it like stair steps, shot out the ledge with powder and took out the tourmalines. The top of the exposed ledge had rotted off, and the tourmalines were lying on the ground there — thousands of them — thick as the fallen leaves of a tree.” Once in Tannenbaum’s hands, the Himalaya was said to have produced 120 tons of gem-grade tourmaline between 1902 and 1910, at a value of $800,000 — and a ready market was
found in Empress of China Tzu Hsi, who often placed orders by the ton. She was especially fond of the pink tourmaline, primarily used for carved objects such as buttons, figurines and other decorative items. Because the Chinese market sought only the prized and almost sacred pink tourmaline, and since there was no interest in the green tourmaline, there has always been a nagging question in the minds of those associated with the Himalaya: What happened to the green tourmaline? As a result, many legends persist as to the whereabouts of the green tourmaline. Because the tourmaline “pencils” were usually bi-color or tri-color, it’s believed the pink tourmaline was broken off to be sold, and the green was either buried or discarded. But its location or disposition remains a mystery. The tourmaline boom collapsed in 1911, following the death of the empress in 1908, and gem mining in general dropped off at the onset of the World War I. Tourmalines from the Himalaya are found in every shade and color, from black to colorless. Most common are bi-color green and delicate pink, and tri-color pink, green and olivegreen terminations. Other colors are wine-red, dark blue, emerald green and yellow-green. When the Himalaya Mining Company quit operations in 1911, it was so broke that the bills it owed to Cleason Ambler, owner of the Mesa Grande store, couldn’t be paid. To settle part of the bill, Ambler took specimens from the mine and had
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Mexicans from Sonora build a beautiful gemstone arch that remained by the store for more than 60 years, before being destroyed by vandals. Rynerson wrote: “It was not until 1919, that fine specimens of gemstones brought more than their cutting value. Before that time, wonderful specimens were destroyed in getting the gems out of them. I was guilty of this waste, along with others.”
Specimen collecting actually kept the gemstone business going in the following years, as many of the specimens of combined gems and minerals are now more valuable than cut gemstones. Sporadic high-grading and screening of the dumps and tailings by rock hounds took place before and after World War II. At that time, Herb Hill, one of the old-time miners, lived alone at the mine as a
caretaker and worked a shaft on the far side of the mountain. He was kept company by occasional visitors, rock hounds and a large cage of canaries. My grandmother always brought Herb a few cans of peaches or beans when we came on many occasions to screen the tailings. He died in 1954. In 1957, Ralph Potter, “Mac” MacMackin and John Sinkankis began mining opera-
tions at the Himalaya. More recently, the shafts were extended and worked by Pala International Inc., with William Larson as the principal partner. Geologist Chris Rose is the current owner of the mine. Information can be found at highdesertgems andminerals.com. While most of the high-grade material has been excavated, there likely still remain a few gems that were overlooked.
Darrell Beck is a local historian and 76-year resident of Ramona. He is the author of a recently published second edition of “On Memory’s Back Trail,” which is available for purchase in the Ramona Home Journal office at 621 Main St., Ramona.
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Flowers are Blooming, and So Is Art By Megan Peralta ~ the journal
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or a community of fewer than 2,000 residents, Julian embraces quite a range of creativity. On May 4 and 5, the Julian Arts Guild (JAG) hosted its annual Spring Art Show in Julian Town Hall, with displays of jewelry, painting, photography, tiles, pastels, weaving, greeting cards and more. Tourists and community members alike were free to peruse the weekend gallery and marvel at the ways artists can use various mediums to express the artwork they create within themselves. Art, as one theory states, is incomplete until it has been observed and interacted with by outside viewers. It is about conveying an experience — whether of the heart, mind or senses — visually and viscerally. The guild encourages diversity when it comes to the definition of art, too. Beryl Warnes and Anne Garcia are weavers, the hands behind the clothes hangers. Arlene Smith uses tiles as one of her mediums, Deborah Behnke is a pastel artist, Mila Feldblum creates art with multi-dimensional graphic design and Bonnie Gendron handles cats in one of the safest ways: on canvas. Barbara Nigro specializes in wearable art, and provided an eclectic collection of jewelry pieces. Rex Harrison, Linda Todd-Limón, Kevin Wixom and Cindy Hedgecock had their photography and other artwork on display, many highlighting the
Many of the mine’s gems are part of important displays in museums and private collections throughout the world. n
The Barn Vintage Marketplace will host its fifth annual Memorial Weekend Flea Market on Saturday, May 25, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 4559 Highway 78 in Santa Ysabel. Along with more than 50 vintage vendors, the free event will also have food trucks, live music and a photo booth. For information, call 760-310-8587. n Mila Feldblum, a member of the Julian Arts Guild, displayed her graphic designs and computer art at the guild’s Spring Art Show.
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Dining Guide Barbecued Chinese Chicken Lettuce Wraps
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2 cups, 4 handfuls, fresh shiitake mushrooms 1 1/3 to 1 1/2 pounds thin cut chicken breast or chicken tenders 2 tablespoons light colored oil, such as vegetable oil or peanut oil Coarse salt and coarse black pepper 3 cloves garlic, chopped 1 inch ginger root, finely chopped or grated, optional 1 orange, zested 1/2 red bell pepper, diced small 1 small tin, 6 to 8 ounces, sliced water chestnuts, drained and chopped 3 scallions, chopped 3 tablespoons hoisin, Chinese barbecue sauce, available on Asian foods aisle of market 1/2 large head iceberg lettuce, core removed, head quartered Wedges of navel orange — platter garnish
Directions Remove tough stems from mushrooms and brush with damp towel to clean, Slice mushrooms. Chop chicken into small pieces.
1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 cup shredded fresh mozzarella
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One 24-ounce jar good-quality marinara sauce 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs 1/2 cup grated Parmesan 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 large egg whites, lightly beaten 1 1/2 pounds chicken tenders 12 ounces whole-wheat angel hair pasta
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Preheat a large skillet or wok to high. Add oil to hot pan. Add chicken to the pan and sear meat by stir-frying a minute or two. Add mushrooms and cook another minute or two. Add salt and pepper to season, then garlic and ginger. Cook a minute more. Grate zest into pan, add bell pepper bits, chopped water chestnuts and scallions. Cook another minute, continuing to stir-fry mixture. Add hoisin Chinese barbecue sauce and toss to coat the mixture evenly. Transfer the hot chopped barbecued chicken to serving platter and pile the quartered wedges of crisp iceberg lettuce alongside. Add wedged oranges to platter to garnish. To eat, pile spoonfuls into lettuce leaves, wrapping lettuce around fillings and squeeze an orange wedge over.
Preheat the broiler to medium. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Combine the marinara sauce and balsamic vinegar in a small saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, in a shallow dish, combine the breadcrumbs, half the Parmesan, half the parsley and some salt and pepper. Put the beaten egg whites in a separate shallow dish. Coat the chicken tenders in the egg whites first, then dredge in the breadcrumb mixture. Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package instructions. Heat the oil in a large ovenproof nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook, turning once, until golden, about 3 minutes per side. Pour the tomato sauce over the chicken, scatter the mozzarella and remaining Parmesan evenly over top and broil until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 2 minutes. Drain the pasta. Serve with the chicken and garnish with the remaining parsley.
2 pints strawberries, hulled and sliced 2 tablespoons orange juice 1/2 cup sugar For Whipped Cream: 2 cups heavy cream, have very cold or in ice bath 1 tablespoon honey 1 teaspoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 8 cinnamon graham crackers, broken into planks
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In a bowl, toss together strawberries, orange juice and sugar. Let rest at room temperature for 30 minutes, tossing a few times while it rests. To make the whipped cream: In a large bowl, whisk heavy cream until soft peaks form. Add honey, sugar and vanilla. Continue to whisk until mediumstiff peaks form. Remove strawberries from the bowl with a slotted spoon and add to whipped cream. With a rubber spatula, gently fold strawberries into whipped cream. Pour into a serving glass or dish and serve with graham crackers, either crumbled over the top or use them as a scoop.
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Show of Fashion and Compassion
By Megan Peralta ~ the journal
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nited Methodist Women of Community United Methodist Church of Julian hosted its annual fashion show April 30, with local models displaying a variety of outfits from The Mountain Gypsy and Kathy’s Dress Shop. With her trademark humor, Garnette Welch served as master of ceremonies for the event and sported a pair of Mesmerize jeans from Kathy’s Dress Shop. Models Kat Dupre, Stacy Hodo, Jacqueline EganBarry, Kristi Holt and Bettie Rikansrud turned the community room into a catwalk for the afternoon luncheon and evening dessert shows. As a new feature this year, two male models, Jeff Holt and Chris Pope, also demonstrated just how stylish someone can look in men’s Pendleton shirts, provided by The Mountain Gypsy. Certain items even traveled all the way from Arizona, Montreal and Spain to spice things up. Speaking of spicing things up, Edie Seger, owner of Julian Tea & Cottage Arts, orchestrated a fashionable menu to go with the occasion. The centerpiece of the shows, however, were the seven missions and organizations the United Methodist Women support. This year’s theme was “Mission: A SevenFold Blessing,” with reference to the movie “The Magnificent Seven,” signifying the seven groups the United Methodist Women support. Local groups such as Mountain Manna and Julian Pathways were represented, in addition to Calexico’s Neighborhood House, San Diego’s New Entra Casa and Los Angeles’ Methodist Hospital. There were even two international groups represented — Imagine No Malaria and Pure Water for the World — proving yet again that the arms of compassion can reach around the globe.
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The organizations that will centered on fashion, the benefit from the proceeds theme of the day was from ticket sales and the compassion. silent auction cover a wide A quote posted in the range of needs and services. church says it all: “I dreamed They provide for different age that life was joy — I awoke groups, ethnicities and conand saw that life was service. cerns. For example, Calexico’s I acted and behold — service Neighborhood House prois joy!” n vides a shelter for women and From left, master of ceremonies Garnette Welch, wears an ensemble children, along with diapers from Kathy’s Dress Shop, and Stacy for mothers in need. Just Hodo models an outfit from The imagine a day without diapers. Mountain Gypsy. So, while the event 8SDG15552_BreadPhoto CAREbyEnglish Ad__Julian Journal_RUN: 05_16_19__7.94 x 10 Megan Peralta
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