Martin Luther King Jr. Day honors the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr., whose leadership and moral courage helped transform the United States during the Civil Rights Movement. Through nonviolent protest, powerful oratory, and an unwavering belief in justice, King challenged the nation to confront segregation, racism, and inequality embedded in its laws and institutions. The day serves as a reminder that many of the rights enjoyed today—such as greater access to voting, education, and public accommodations—were achieved through sacrifice, persistence, and a commitment to peaceful change. Remembering King is not only about honoring history, but also about recognizing the responsibility each generation has to protect and expand those hard-won freedoms.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day became a U.S. federal holiday after years of advocacy following the 1968 assassination of Martin Luther King Jr.. Supporters argued that King’s leadership in the Civil Rights Movement and his commitment to nonviolent change deserved national recognition. Opposition initially focused on cost and controversy, delaying passage for more than a decade. In 1983, Congress approved the legislation, and President Ronald Reagan signed it into law on November 2. The holiday was first observed in January 1986, honoring King’s legacy and the ongoing pursuit of equality.

Thursday January 15th
Yarn Club
Idyllwild Library
10 am – 12 Noon

Saturday January 17th
An Irish Night Out
Rustic Theatre
6:30 pm

Saturday January 17th
New Year – New Art
Judged Art Show
Town Hall
1 pm – 4:30 pm
Artwork must be submitted by January 15th
Please take artwork to Mountain Pottery

A fresh year means fresh inspiration—and we’re ready to celebrate the work you’ve been creating.

AAI artists, you’re invited to participate in New Year, New Art!, our annual winter judged show (formerly Winter Solstice). 

📅 Registration is OPEN
🗓 Closes Jan 15, 2026
📍 Artwork drop-off: Mountain Pottery, Idyllwild (Jan 2–15)

👉 Visit AAI.CLUBEXPRESS.COM or check your emails for details & registration.

Sundays
Farmer’s Market
Town Hall
25925 Cedar Street
9am – 2pm

Sunday January 18th
Sound Bath
Above Community Acupuncture
54445 North Circle
11 am – 12 pm
$20

Please email to sign up before 10 am
movinglively@gmail.com

Sunday January 18th
New Moon Manifesting Magic
Idy Hot Yoga – Special Event
54960 Pine Crest Ave #3
$15

Open to all ages & interests, this event is a collective card reading with crystals, astrology, numerology, and intuitive channeling. Participants will be able to ask specific questions to gain clarity for manifesting during this time. For those that wish to stay for the 4pm yoga class, your class this week is FREE!

Wednesday, January 21st
Storytime “Hibernating Animals” 
Idyllwild Library
11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Get ready for “sleep-tacular” tales about animals enjoying a long winter “snooze”! 

Wednesday January 21st
Kids Book Club
Ages 9-14
” Let it Glow”
Idyllwild Library
4:30 PM

Idyllwild Arts Opportunity
Anniversary Showcase
Contact Melody
951-492-6021

New 2026 Town Hall
Programs Schedule
FREE Classes in BLUE!

Kimchi Class

Sign Up before January 20th
Class on Wednesday January 28th
Mile High Cafe
26600 Hwy. 243
3:30 pm
Call to register: 951-468-4663

Thursday January 22nd
Idyllwild Arts
Lecture Series
“80 Years of Native American Arts”
Native American Arts Center
7:00 pm

Rose Ann Hamilton (Cahuilla) Former Native Arts Summer Workshop Attendee and Current Faculty, Cahuilla Basketry Instructor.

Walter Parks Native American Arts Summer Workshop Attendee and supporter since the 1950s.

Lorene Sisquoc (Cahuilla/Apache) Former Native Arts Summer Faculty, Lorene Sisquoc will speak about the tremendous role Idyllwild arts played in the resurgence of Cahuilla Basketry making in the 1970s.

Click Here to learn more.

Thursday January 22nd
A.I. Basics
With James
Idyllwild Library
2:30 pm

This introductory session is designed for absolute beginners who want to demystify Artificial Intelligence without needing a degree in computer science. We’ll strip away the jargon to look at how these systems actually “think” and work, and explore practical ways for you to use AI in your everyday life.

Wednesday January 28th
Faces & Places Reading Group
“Panama Canal”
Idyllwild Library
2:00 pm

Read or watch anything on the Panama Canal and come talk about it with us.

Body & Soul

Click Here for a list of Yoga, Pilates, Aerobics, Meditation & Hypnosis in Idyllwild.

Idyllwild Climbers Alliance

The Idyllwild Climbers Alliance is a non-profit 501 (c) (3) organization based in Idyllwild, whose mission is to serve as an advocacy and stewardship resource for climbing in  the San Jacinto Mountains (especially Tahquitz & Suicide Rocks). We welcome anyone who has an interest in climbing in these areas, and wishes to give back to these fantastic, historic places. Our new website (www.idyllwildclimbers.org) contains a wealth of good information about climbing in this area, including:

*Climbing area information
*History of climbing at Tahquitz & Suicide Rocks
*Conditions reports and upcoming events
*How to become involved as volunteer ‘Allies’ or donations
*Trip planning and resources

The ICA is the premier source for climbing information in the San Jacinto Mountains- more information at:www.idyllwildclimbers.org
info@idyllwildclimbers.org

Delivery in Idyllwild

Bear Necessities Delivered
Groceries/Restaurant Food/Mail/Pharmacy/Etc.
Call or Text: (951) 512-0800
Available 7 Days a Week
Everyday: 11 am – 8 pm
Deliver to Idyllwild, Pine Cove & Mountain Center.

The New Bathrooms are OPEN!
Next door to the Idyllwild Gardens Nursery – Across the street from the Rustic Theatre.
Open Daily 9am – 5pm

Thank you to Shane & Ashley Stewart for donating the land for these bathrooms and to Stephanie Yost with ICC for her persistence with the County of Riverside to FINALLY get us public bathrooms. Thank you to the County of Riverside and Supervisor Manuel Perez for making this happen. It’s been a LONG time coming! Bathrooms will be locked at night.

Hotel Information
Upcoming Weekends
www.IdyLodging.com

All events, venues & programs run by
Idyllwild Community Center

Idyllwild TOWN HALL
25925 Cedar St

Chair Exercise Class
FREE
Town Hall

Monday 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Wednesday 11:30 am – 12:30pm
Friday 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Friday
Yoga for Seniors
Town Hall
10:45 am – 11:45 am

Fit after 50
Free Exercise Class
Town Hall
Tuesday 10:00am – 11:00am
Wednesday 10:00am – 11:00am
Thursday 10:00am – 11:00am

Mondays
Tai Chi Class
Free!
Town Hall
10:30 am – 11:30 am

FEEDING AMERICA
First Tuesday of each month.

The Visitor Center is now open between the public bathrooms and Idyllwild Gardens on Saturdays & Sundays from 11am – 4 pm.

If you would like to volunteer to talk to visitors, help them find their way and point them in the direction of “A Good Time” please contact me at hello@GoodMorningIdyllwild.com.