Many know Gary Parton as the lilac guru of Alpenglow Gardens on Fern Valley Road. His cultivation of lilac varietals and his meticulous planning and attention to detail in his 1-acre lilac experience are, in themselves, works of art. Many do not know that Parton taught art in the South Bay city of Torrance for…

The Idyllwild Nature Center has announced the topics for its summer Junior Naturalist Programs. Children, ages 7 to 11 years, can engage in a number of educational and fun nature programs for a cost of $3 per child. Each session will be limited to 20 participants on a first-come basis. All programs are held on…