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An artist’s reception featuring the work of nine local artists was held at Honey Bunns & Joe Bakery on Sunday, Dec. 11. Against a background of artwork whose theme was “Boxes,” are artists Teresa Brouwer, Elizabeth Harlow, Roberta Callahan-Melendez and Cher Townsend. The exhibit is available for viewing until Jan. 3, 2012. Photo by Cid Castillo

By Art Alliance of IdyllwildContributed The Art Alliance of Idyllwild (AAI) wants to stimulate the creativity and imagination of local children during California’s “Stay-at-Home” order. To support this goal, the AAI purchased art materials and kits costing over $1,000. The aim is to distribute these art kits to local families with children. The AAI…
A lightning bolt struck a pine tree next to Troy VanderWende’s property
That Michèle Marsh has talent is evident from her rich and nuanced acting résumé — a long and successful career in a profession not known for steady work. That her career has unfolded in storybook fashion makes her story all the more compelling. From a leading role in the movie version of “Fiddler on the…
Idyllwild has a community full of people from all backgrounds, personalities and talents. Marcia Waldorf fell in love with Idyllwild the first time she came into town in 1969 while on a trip. “I had always gone to Big Bear and never had heard of Idyllwild,” Waldorf said. “But when I came around that corner…
The Phoenix Alliance presents a participatory art experience to help attendees release attachment to an embedded painful memory or experience. It is held this month in support of sexual-assault awareness month. Organizers stress that the event is for all ages. Facilitated by Callie Wight, registered nurse and Master of Arts in human development and psychology,…