

Convergence 2011
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The Idyllwild Master Chorale, led by Artistic Director and Conductor Dwight “Buzz” Holmes, performs carols from around the world at its “Convergence 2011: The Holiday Concert” at Idyllwild School this weekend. Photo by Cid Castillo

What is it about Halloween that attracts us to the night? How, as children, did we summon up our courage to cross through unlit areas and onto the front porches of homes reputed to have ghosts or evil residents lurking within, seeking a treat and boastfully promising a trick if we did not get…
Each year, the Idyllwild Community Fund allocates thousands of dollars to local organizations. The annual Wine in the Pines is both a celebration of this effort and a fundraiser to augment the coffers to increase the aid to the Hill. The third-annual event is from 4 to 7 p.m. Saturday, July 9, at the Rainbow…
After the 2012 Plein Air Festival, finished works, from Saturday, were judged and honored. The Artist’s Choice and People’s Choice were determined by voting. Best Over all: First Place: Fariad Ali, “Dutton’s Place” (oil) Second Place: Leslie Sweetland, “Idyllwild Red” (pastel) Third Place: Marcus Thorne, “Mountain Retreat” (oil) Honorable Mentions: Toni Williams, “Morning…
Santa’s Mail Box is now at the Idyllwild Post Office ready to receive letters from local children …
A long search for an executive director to replace Esther Kennedy has ended with Spirit Mountain Retreat landing in the good hands of Terri Sena. The path leading to her arrival seems spiritual itself to Sena. While she has been to Idyllwild many times to visit friends — Debbie and Bill Shepherd — in less…