

Idyllwild Community Acupuncture marks Chinese New Year
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Many residents attended a Chinese New Year celebration held by Idyllwild Community Acupuncture on Friday, Jan. 27. Free 20-minute acupuncture treatments, massages and Jin Shin Jystsu sessions were offered. Proceeds of donations are to benefit Breanna Lewis, 12, who will participate in the 2012 Irish Dance World Competition in Ireland. Photo by Cid Castillo

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