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If you live in Idyllwild, you’ve likely met Sam Kesler while visiting Florist in the Forest. Kesler has been working at the florist and gift shop since last July. Now, he is buying the business. “It becomes official April 1st,” said Kesler, who is buying the business from Lori Wagner. He plans a grand opening…
By Jared Dillon Ireland is synonymous with beer, specifically stout. Another style Ireland is known for is the Irish Red Ale. Originating in the town of Kilkenny, it finds its history in the style of an English Pale Ale. The primary difference between the two styles is color. A roasted barley is traditionally used…
Alex Keller opens the Songwriting Concert at Stephens Recital Hall at Idyllwild Arts on Monday …
The 19th Annual Art Walk and Wine Tasting will be Saturday, Oct. 8 — only three weeks away! It is the largest event held in the center of town, with net proceeds supporting the missions of both the Art Alliance of Idyllwild and Associates of Idyllwild Arts Foundation. Member galleries and art hot spots, along…
The St. Petersburg String Quartet, one of the world’s most esteemed chamber ensembles, will perform in Idyllwild for the first time at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 7, in Stephens Recital Hall on the Idyllwild Arts campus. Given the fame of the quartet and limited seating at Stephens, early arrival is recommended for this free event….
Ryan Zwahlen, new chair of the Idyllwild Arts (IA) Music Department, is shaking things up a bit in the music curriculum. He has added a songwriting concentration for the first time this year. Seven students in the class taught by Zwahlen and Don Reed will debut some of their work from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m….