PHOTOS: Idyllwild’s hometown July 4th parade
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Photo by J.P. Crumrine
Southern California native Rob Padilla’s wicked imagination sees a world awash in color and amplified with near palpable sound. Not what you’d call silent art, his brush literally strokes the senses, rendering and amplifying, scoring harmonics with electric vibrance. “When you understand it (Padilla’s art), your eyes open and the canvas invites you into a…
Inland Empire-based SouthBound and Company was last here two years ago with a Buddy Holly tribute. They return in Creedence Clearwater form for Ken Dahleen’s 2016 Idyllwild Summer Concert Series. Taking the stage at 7 p.m. Thursday, July 14, are SouthBound leader, lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist Darryl Reed; guitarist and backup vocalist Michael Finn;…
On Saturday, Oct. 14, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., visitors to the mile-high artist community of Idyllwild will experience the magic that happens when galleries, artists and Southern California wineries join forces to raise money for art scholarships and events. The annual Art Walk and Wine Tasting, presented by the Art Alliance of Idyllwild,…
The Idyllwild Community Center (ICC) board has hired a new recreation and program director and an assistant director. The duo will manage programs at Town Hall and ICC’s other facilities. Speaking with ICC President Stephanie Yost and her two new team members at Town Hall, the impression is that their jobs change every day, and…
Fifteen-year-old Idyllwild resident James Bachmann is preparing to open his own gallery on North Circle Drive. The gallery will showcase James’ paintings, as well as the art of other young artists. And James will helm the gallery as host and proprietor during the hours it is open. Asked why he is undertaking this venture at…