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More Grand Openings in Idyllwild: Jack Farley’s Art Supplies and Tommy’s Kitchen
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“I am an artist. For me to not create every day, to not make something, something is missing. I must create.” And for that voice with a name like “Mountain Mike,” certain expectations must follow. Looking the part, complete with beard, longer hair and well-worn hands that look strong enough to have wrestled a mountain…
Reams could be written about the principle architect of Pines to Palms and Banning to Idyllwild highways 74 and 243. Urban trekkers spin up scenic mountain passes, navigate banking contours, climb upwards of 4,000 feet to emerge safely in a pristine alpine forest community. Mountain residents rely on the highways’ designs and everyone’s wise driving…
WEDNESDAY July 13 Lemon Lily Festival Open House Reception 5:30–7:30pm @ Idyllwild Nature Center Open to the Community (no day use fee required) • Appetizers & Drinks • Festival Sponsor recognition program at 6pm • Silent Art Auction (items on display in Community Room) FRIDAY July 15 9am–4pm @ Idyllwild Nature Center • Nature Center…
60 years ago – 1956 The Riverside County Board of Supervisors denied two liquor license applications from Idyllwild businessmen who sought to break the barrier against sales of alcoholic beverages on the Hill. It was not the first time the supervisors had denied a liquor license to a Hill business. 55 years ago – 1961…
Chicago born jazz chanteuse Rose Mallett performs in Idyllwild to raise money for scholarships to the Idyllwild Arts Academy. The Associates of the Idyllwild Arts Foundation are staging the fundraiser as a “jazz brunch” on Sunday, March 20. Active since 1968, the Associates have performed many functions that benefit the arts and arts education, particularly…