Idyllwild Pines opens camp for ‘Community Activity Day’

At Christmas, Idyllwild turns on its holiday twinkle, with colored lights on the downtown Christmas trees and with shops, restaurants and homes brilliant in their nighttime sparkle …
The Idyllwild Chamber of Commerce began the second year of its reconstituted leadership and revitalization with newly elected officers installed Wednesday, July 13, at a special dinner at Jo’An’s Restaurant & Bar.
Following the announcement of the headliners for the August Jazz in the Pines Festival, John Newman has nearly completed the full two-day schedule. Many familiar and popular artists will perform in all three venues the weekend of Aug.15 and 16. On Saturday, jazz seekers again will be treated to the tones from the Euphoria Brass…
The IDYTalk series featuring Idyllwild Arts Academy students returns at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 21, with Musical Theatre major Benjamin Biber speaking in person in the campus’ Krone Library to academy faculty and students, and on Zoom to everyone else. Ben and his family are long-time Idyllwild residents, and he has attended both the Idyllwild…
Readers have voted, and the recipient of this year’s Ernie Maxwell Community Spirit Award is Leslie Moon Gin. The award recognizes those who, through their own tangible effect on the community, represent EMax’s own spirit of community and volunteerism, and inspire others to join in. Les came to Idyllwild after a long career in banking…
Despite the cold and foggy weather, many came out to enjoy the Idyllwild Renaissance Faire at Camp Emerson over the weekend. Sword battles, ax throwing, yarn spinning, storytelling and musical performances were just a few of the events happening to keep visitors entertained. Many booths were also set up selling food, beverages and unique, handmade…