Photo by Gary Leva
Weather: Highs of 61 – 64, Lows of 37 – 40
Idyllwild Sun/Moon (Rise/Set) Calendar
Full Moon: Sunday February 1st
What Restaurants are open or closed today?
Where can I get a quick snack?
Live Music Around Town This Week
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Gray Fox
This little fellow is a Gray Fox. They are very common but nocturnal and very elusive so you probably won’t see them. This lucky homeowner has this one visit fairly often on her deck. They are the smallest species of the canine (dog) family. They only live about 7 years in the wild and weigh between 7-13 lbs. They are solitary except when breeding and raising their kits. They are not dangerous to humans, and not known to attack cats or dogs. They are highly valuable in reducing rodent populations. Besides mice and voles, they also eat rabbits, birds, insects, eggs and nuts. But they are hunted by bobcats, cougars, coyotes, eagles & owls. The most unique thing about the gray fox is, they are the only fox (or dog for that matter) that can climb trees. It has special retractable claws & rotating wrists that allow it to climb up to hunt for baby birds or eggs in nests, rest, or escape predators . They have been seen as high as 60 feet above the ground. In my 32 years here in Idyllwild, I’ve only seen two, but they’re out there! It’s amazing the variety of wildlife we actually have here in Idyllwild. Keep your eyes open.
Thursday January 29th
Idyllwild Arts
Aster and Katya’s Senior Recital
Lowman Concert Hall
7:00 pm
Open to everyone and FREE
Come enjoy a classical piano recital by Idyllwild Arts Seniors Aster Byrd and Katerina Sommers!
Friday January 30th
Sacred Offerings Event
“Where HeART is seen & Heard”
Jen Savino Designs
54385 N. Circle Dr. #106
10:00 am – 11:30
FREE
An artistic gathering unfolds like a living gallery, intimate and alive with intention. Each week allows you to feel into your creative muse. All works of art are welcome whether you sing, love taking pictures, dance, prepare a delicious meal, create jewelry, a poem, etc. Allow your creative juices to flow.
RSVP to jensavinodesigns@gmail.com
Friday January 30th
WINE Talk & Taste
Alpenglow Lounge
54225 North Circle Ste. 13
In The Fort – Upstairs
$25 – $35
5 pm – 7 pm
Friday January 30th
Junior Visual Arts Show
Idyllwild Arts
Parks Exhibition Center
6:00 pm
Everyone welcome and FREE
The annual Junior Show celebrates the evolving creativity and talents of the 11th grade Visual Arts majors at Idyllwild Arts Academy. Building upon foundational concepts of art and design, students in their Junior year are developing their vision on a more precise scale by honing technical skills in advanced studio courses and exploring ideas for their senior capstone projects. The Junior Show previews the next wave of creativity, and reminds us that artistic expression, when properly encouraged and allowed room to grow, is truly limitless.
Friday January 30th
New Plays Semi-Staged Productions
Idyllwild Arts
Bowman Theater
7:30 pm
Everyone welcome & FREE
This event is the culmination of the New Plays Staged Readings our Idyllwild Arts students performed in the Fall 2025 Semester. The panel selected these plays to be semi-produced, the directors and writers have refined the story, the actors have memorized and blocked the play, and this is the result! This event is always a fun evening of young artists’ stories.
Saturday January 31st
Full Moon Sound Bath & Tea Ceremony with Rena
Heart of Alcyone
54445 N. Circle Ste. D
6:30 – 8:30 pm
$33 – $44
RSVP to Rena 551-206-6086
Saturday January 31st
Comedy Night
Rustic Theatre
7:30 pm
Sundays
Farmer’s Market
Town Hall
25925 Cedar Street
9am – 2pm
Sunday February 1st
Full Snow Moon
Moonrise: 5:20 pm
The February full moon is called the Snow Moon because February historically brought the heaviest snowfall in much of the Northern Hemisphere. The name comes from Native American seasonal moon naming traditions, which early European settlers later adopted. Each full moon was named to reflect what was most noticeable or important at that time of year.
Sunday February 1st
Full Moon Immersion
idy Hot Yoga
54960 Pine Crest
Unit #3
5:30 pm
Call for more info: 661-753-7029
meganzuzevich.as.me
Tuesday February 3rd
Feeding America
Food Distribution
Town Hall
25925 Cedar Street
10:30 am – 12:00 Noon
Wednesday February 4th
Rotary Club Speaker
“Mayor Max III & Mayoral Staff”
American Legion
54360 Marian View Dr.
7:30 am
Everyone Welcome!
If you’ve ever been interested in joining Rotary and would like to attend a meeting, please join us.
Wednesday, February 4th
Storytime “Oral Health”
Idyllwild Library
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Join us for a special storytime with Riverside University Health System about Oral Health!
Wednesday February 4th
Science with Larry
“Climate Change”
Part 1
Spirit Mountain Retreat
25661 Oakwood
3:00 pm
Mark Your Calendars
2026 BINGO Nights
Town Hall
5:00 pm
Earth Day
Free Trees for Kids
Register Now
Upcoming Kids Programs
Town Hall
President’s Week
Spring Break
Memorial Day
February 16-20
President’s Melo-Drama Camp
Kids Ages 10 – 15
Town Hall
Sign up now!
New 2026 Town Hall
Programs Schedule
FREE Classes in BLUE!
Saturday February 7th
Art Alliance Member Mingle
Harvey House
54420 South Circle
1 pm – 4 pm
Saturday February 7th
WINE Talk & Taste
Alpenglow Lounge
54225 North Circle Ste. 13
In The Fort – Upstairs
$25 – $35
3 pm – 5 pm
Sunday February 8th
Clay Altar Workshop
Idyllwild Community Center
54201 Ridgeview Dr.
10 am – 1 pm
$59
Text/Call: 626-354-7475
Monday February 9th
Beat Night
Middle Ridge Winery
54301 North Circle
6:30 – 8:30 pm
Poetry
Tuesday February 10th
Science Talk with Larry
“Transporter Paradox”
Idyllwild Library
5:00 pm
Coming Soon
Thursday/Saturday/Sunday
February 12, 14,15
Live Theatre
“IDY LOVERS”
Friday February 13th
Dance Party
Hunky Dory Records
54425 North Circle
7 pm – 11 pm
Monday February 16th
Third Monday Players
(Formerly Ol’ Tyme Radio)
“Here We Are” & “The Marriage Proposal”
Middle Ridge Winery
5:00 pm
Tuesday February 17th
Lunar New Year Food Festival
Idyllwild Arts
Nelson Hall
12:30 – 5:30 pm
Saturday February 21st
Energy Healing
With Suzie & Janette
Spirit Mountain Retreat
25661 Oakwood St.
1:00 – 3:00 pm
What’s happening at the Rustic Theatre?
$15 ADULTS & $12.50 SENIOR/ CHILDREN
Matinee $12.50 (12:00 Show)
Mon – Thur $10
Tuesday is Closed Captions
Thursday 1/29 : Last Day –
Song Sung Blue
Rated: PG-13
Run Time: 2 hours 11 min.
Thursday @ 6:00
Starts Friday:
Marty Supreme
Rated R
Run time: 2 hr. 29 min.
Friday @6:00
Saturday @ 12:00 & 3:00, (Comedy @ 7:30)
Sunday @ 3:00 & 6:00
Monday @ 6:00
Tuesday 6:00
Wednesday @ 6:00
Thursday @ 6:00
Saturday January 31st
Comedy Night
Rustic Theatre
7:30 pm
Coming Soon: Solo Mix
Coming Soon
Thursday/Saturday/Sunday
February 12, 14,15
Live Theatre
“IDY LOVERS”
The Idyllwild Library – 951-659-2300
Thursday 10 am – 6 pm
Friday 10 am – 6 pm
Saturday 10 am – 6 pm
Sunday CLOSED
Monday CLOSED
Tuesday 11 am – 7 pm
Wednesday 11 am – 7 pm
Tuesdays
Mah Jongg
12:00 am – 3:30 pm
Calling all Mah Jong players!! Do you enjoy the game of Mah Jong? The Mah Jong game group meets every Tuesday in the library Community Room. All players are welcome.
Wednesday, February 4th
Storytime “Oral Health”
Idyllwild Library
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Join us for a special storytime with Riverside University Health System about Oral Health!
Georgie and Sophia are still looking for their forever home. Georgie is 5 and Sophia is only 2 years old. Call ARF to meet them. 951-659-1122
Body & Soul
Click Here for a list of Yoga, Pilates, Aerobics, Meditation & Hypnosis in Idyllwild.
Next Food Distribution Feb. 12th
Don’t forget to order your box!
Order any time prior to
Monday 2/9 noon!
San Jacinto Trail Report
Snow, weather, & trail conditions for the San Jacinto Mountains
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
Idyllwild Historical Museum
Open Saturday & Sunday 11am – 4pm
54470 N Circle Dr.
Stop by the museum and check out all the displays about the logging era, early tourism, & rock climbing history. We would LOVE for you to join the Historical Society. Annual memberships start at just $15. Click here to join. Feel free to bring a picnic and enjoy the Museum up gardens and picnic tables.
Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
Click here for list of Electric Vehicle Charging Stations in Idyllwild.
12-Step Meetings
1st Quarter Calendar
January – March 2026
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.
Organization List
If you’ve ever wondered how many organizations we have here in Idyllwild that would love to have you involved, or need to contact them? Click on the button below.
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
Idyllwild Churches
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
Every Other Thursday
Starts Jan. 22
Town Hall
25925 Cedar Street
5:30 – 6:30
FEEDING AMERICA
First Tuesday of each month.
Visitor Center – Now Open
Saturdays & Sundays 11am – 4pm
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.
Need To Know Stuff…
Idyllwild POST OFFICE HOURS:
Closed Christmas Day & New Years Day.
Open Monday – Friday
9 AM – 5 PM
Lobby open for mailbox access 7 am – 8 pm daily. Sometimes the timer doesn’t work right and the lobby is open later, so don’t hesitate to try the door.
Package pick-up only
Sat. 12 Noon – 1 PM
Mail goes off the hill once a day at 7:45 am Mon – Sat.
Mountain Center Post Office Hours:
Closed Christmas Day & New Years Day.
Open Monday – Friday
8:30 AM – 12 Noon & 1:00 pm – 4:45 pm
Closed Saturday & Sunday
Is The Dump Open Today?
Friday – Yes – 8 am – 4:30 pm
Saturday – Yes – 8 am – 4:30 pm
Sunday – Yes – 8 am – 4:30 pm
Monday – Yes – 8 am – 4:30 pm
Tuesday – Closed
Wednesday – Closed
Thursday – Yes – 8 am – 4:30 pm
Mayor Max & Deputy Meadow
We will be in our usual spot in front of Wooleys:
Friday 4:00 pm
Saturday and Sunday 2:00 pm
Monday, Tuesdays, Wednesdays – Off
Thursday 4:00 pm
Idyllwild Nature Center
Open Friday 9am – 4pm
Open Saturday 9am – 4pm
Open Sunday 9am – 4pm
Closed Monday
Closed Tuesday
Open Wednesdays 9am – 4pm
Open Thursday 9am – 4pm
Nature Center Banquet/Meeting Room available to Rent for your group activity.
951-659-3850
The Help Center is Open:
Monday 10-4
Tuesday 10-4
Wednesday 10-4
Thursday 10-4 (Donations accepted 10-1)
Friday 10-4 (Donations accepted 10-1)
Saturday 10-4 (Donations accepted 10-1)
Sunday 10-4
Call 951-659-3000 to schedule donations outside normal donation hours.
Bargin Barn
Idyllwild Community Church
Open Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Behind the Church at 54400 N. Circle
Donations accepted Thur/Fri/Sat 10:00 – 1:00
Idyllwild Laundry
Laundromat/Wash & Fold/Dry Cleaning
Open 8 am – 8pm EVERY DAY!
FREE Pickup & Deliver
951-659-2217
Idyllwild Shuttle
Idyllwild Shuttle Service – FREE
Monday – Palm Desert
Tuesday – Around Idyllwild
Wednesday – Hemet
Thursday – Around Idyllwild
Friday – Not in Service
Saturday – Not in Service
Sunday – Not in Service
Call for more details: 951-426-9688
The shuttle is available to rent to outside groups when available.
Idyllwild Community Center Facilities
Town Hall
25925 Cedar Street
Butterfield Amphitheater
54201 Ridgeview Dr.
Community Center
54201 Ridgeview Dr.
Next to Community Playground
Overlooking Butterfield Amphitheater
Available for Rentals
More info call: 951-659-2638
Idyllwild Pickleball Court
26375 Hwy. 243
Behind Skate Park
Open Daily 7 am – Dusk
First come-first-serve basis
More info call: 951-659-2638
Idyllwild Community Playground
Open Daily 7 am – Dusk
54195 Ridgeview Dr.
Idyllwild Dog Park
26375 Hwy. 243
Open Daily 7 am – Dusk
Idyllwild Skate Park
26375 Hwy. 243
Open Daily 7 am – Dusk
Skateboard & safety gear required.
Un-supervised – Ride at your own risk.
If you run across someone and they want to find out which restaurants are open but they don’t get Good Morning Idyllwild delivered to their inbox, they can always go directly to the website http://www.GoodMorningIdyllwild.com and find the Restaurant Chart. You don’t HAVE to sign up to see the most recent newsletter or see the restaurant chart. Just go to the website.
If you would like some business cards to hand out with Good Morning Idyllwild, please message me back at the bottom of your email and I will get you some to hand out personally or at your business.
We do our best to get days and times correct but sometimes we make mistakes.
Questions: Please contact us at P.O. Box 1171 Idyllwild, CA 92549
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