
Photo by Cheryl Basye
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The Memorial Day and Labor Day weekend garage sales are popular social and shopping events in the mountain communities. For the serious bargain hunter, they demand preparation, thought and effort …
This unusually colored Brewer’s blackbird was eating seeds with the rest of its flock on Sunday, Aug. 14. Brewer’s blackbirds are usually all black.
California Brickelbush (Brickellia californica) is a native shrub and may be one of the best and sweetest smelling plants. From a great distance, you will be drawn by the irresistible, powerful perfume. The wonderful fragrance lasts for almost two weeks and it’s one of those mysterious plant scents that can be smelled only at a distance.
Shopping in Idyllwild is a unique experience. Local businesses stock original items made by local artists and artisans, plus a number of items you cannot find elsewhere. Here is a quick guide to inexpensive and unique items you can only find in Idyllwild.