Principal Matt Kraemer (left) was dressed in the traditional kilt and learned to play the bagpipe on Friday. Instructor Mike Terry (right) played the notes while Kraemer worked on the wind portion of the instrument.

For many, the palm tree symbolizes Southern California. But for any who are from colder climes, seeing outsized Christmas snowflake decorations hanging next to palm trees is not the Currier and Ives Christmas that has become enshrined in the U.S. as the “perfect” Christmas. For this writer, it has always been a stretch to feel…

Submit listings and changes to melissa@towncrier.com. All events are subject to last-minute changes. Note: Some events, meetings and office hours may be canceled or modified due to precautions being taken to limit the spread of COVID-19. Wednesday, Mar. 31• Coed Pickleball, 9-11 a.m. Idyllwild Pines Camp, 26375 Highway 243.• Alcoholics Anonymous, noon. St. Hugh’s Episcopal Church,…