Summer Time

I know what you’re thinking…it’s not quite summer yet…but doesn’t it FEEL like summer? Well there are actually 2 definitions of summer. Astronomical summer is June 21st and it is defined by the earth’s tilt, the solstice which is between June 20th and June 22nd each year (this year it is June 21st). But meteorologists (weather people and I bet most regular people) define summer by splitting the seasons into 4 equal quarters based on temperature. Summer is June – July – August. Fall is September – October – November; Winter is December – January – February; and Spring is March – April – May. Makes more sense to me. Therefore, meteorologically speaking, Summer started June 1st.

Although, the “Summer Solstice” is fun to celebrate and important to a lot of people here in Idyllwild, summer has actually already started according to most. School is out, it’s warm out, and the fun has begun.

Here are two interesting facts about summer. Summer break from school was not created because of farming. It was created in the late 1800’s because schools didn’t have air conditioning and it was just too hot to attend schools. Also, there are 2 countries that don’t pin seasons down by date; Sweden and Finland. They define the start of summer when the mean temperature exceeds 50 degrees; and Finland is almost always in the top happiest countries. Think about that. Happy Summer!

Garden Club’s
June – Garden of the Month
“Strawberry Creekside Stroll”

While water is still flowing, you won’t want to miss this shady stroll along Strawberry Creek to discover June’s Idyllwild Garden of the Month.  Marilyn Kemp’s creekside garden is an experience you won’t want to miss.  Park near the Amphitheatre / Brewpub and find the path along Strawberry Creek and saunter downstream. When you reach the two wooden chairs (and our Garden of the Month sign), you’ve reached the destination. Rest on the chairs or stroll past our Garden Club sign and into Marilyn’s Garden side garden. Her lovely garden includes Junipers, Privets, Cherry Laurel, Pyracantha, English Ivy, Artemisia (Great Basin Sagebrush), Smoke Tree, Snapdragon, Euonymus, Lilacs, Grevillea and Rock Roses (beautiful blooms).

This hidden stream-side trail is shaded with mature Alder, Willow, Pine, Cedar, Canyon and Live Oak trees. You’ll also find a cornucopia of native plants, including California Rose, Thimbleberry, Meadow Rue, Snowberry, Gooseberry, Columbine, Bracken Fern, Checker Mallow, Hedge Nettle, California Fuchsia, Mugwort, Sedge and Juncus (Rush), Mahonia (Oregon Grape), California Everlasting, and, of course, strawberries. You will also encounter several non-native invasives includes Armenian Blackberry, Ivy, Vinca and Mustard. Special THANKS to Michael Duval for his great expertise in confirming identification of the plants.

If you know an impressive Idyllwild garden you’d like to have featured, please contact Stephen Sutton at (562) 254-6721 or stepheninidy@gmail.com

Saturday June 6th
Garden Club Class
“Gardening from the Ground Up”
“Pest Control”
Community Garden
Alderwood St. & N. Circle
10:00 am – 11 am
$10

Join Bob for a class on pest control from four legged challenges to critters who are almost invisible. A variety of organic approaches to critter control will be shared and you’ll make an organic pest control. Bring a spray bottle to this class to pour your organic pest repellent into.

Please RSVP for this class. The donation for this class is $10 and can be paid at the garden on the day of the class. Rain/snow cancels the class.

Saturday June 6th
Associates of Idyllwild Arts
Paint ‘n’ Sip
Delano House, 53510 Idyllbrook
2:00 pm

Everyone welcome – Reservation required.

Sunday June 7th
RE-heART
IDY Hot Yoga
54960 Pine Crest Ave. #3
4:00 – 6:00 pm

June 8th – 12th
Monday – Friday
This week only
Crafting with Crafty Chica
Idyllwild Arts
Birchard
Noon – 6 pm

The wonderful Crafty Chica returns Jun. 8 – Jun. 12 for her second summer joining the Idyllwild Arts Summer Program. Sponsored by the Native American Arts Center and its dedication to arts access for all, we invite the community at large, workshop attendees, staff, faculty, friends and family to join us for five days of drop-in, hands-on activities with Kathy and Patrick Murillo. 

Kathy Cano-Murillo is the founder of CraftyChica®. She is a former syndicated newspaper columnist and now a full-time creativepreneur and has authored a dozen books, including two novels and the best seller – Forever Frida. Kathy is a seasoned speaker and storyteller. Her CraftyChica designs have been sold on HSN, at Barnes & Noble, Michaels, and hundreds of pottery, craft, and fabric shops across the country. Kathy’s mission is to promote positivity via creativity! Features include Forbes, The New York Times, Buzzfeed+ more.

Wednesday June 10th
MAST Meeting
Mountain Area Safety Taskforce
Idyllwild Nature Center
25225 Hwy. 243
11 am – 12 Noon
Everyone Welcome

Come talk with agencies covering fire protection, emergency response, Sheriff’s, Fire Dept. Etc.

Wednesday, June 10th
Summer Reading Kick Off
“Rusty’s Rock & Roll Circus” 
Idyllwild Library
11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Come rock on to a brilliant, original eclectic mix of circus arts and music!

Wednesday, June 10th
Teen/Adult Craft:
Decoupage Glass Art Workshop
Idyllwild Library
3:00 pm

Discover the art of paper collage on glass and create your own stunning, custom-designed decor piece in this hands-on workshop! For teens and adults.

Wednesday June 10th
Men’s Book Club
“Genghis Khan and the Making for the Modern World”
By Jack Weatherford
Idyllwild Library
6:000 pm

This month’s discussion will be on Jack Weatherford’s book, “Genghis Khan and the Making for the Modern World.” Jack Weatherford argues that Genghis Khan was not merely a brutal savage, but a progressive, revolutionary leader whose conquests modernized the world by introducing global commerce, religious freedom, international law, and unprecedented cultural exchange. Books are available at the library, new members always welcome.

NEED A RIDE?

The Idyllwild Shuttle Service is availble to anyone who needs to get somewhere in town and also for trips off the hill on designated days. All you have to do is call.

Call for a ride anywhere in Pine Cove and Idyllwild Monday thru Friday.

951-426-9688

Camp IDY
Summer Camp
Town Hall
June 8th – July 31
Mon – Fri
Register Now

Camp IDY
Summer Tween Camp
Town Hall
Journalism & Performance
Register Now
Mon-Fri 10 am – 4 pm

Home Tour Tickets
Now on Sale
Saturday September 19th

Saturday June 13th
Jr. Ranger Saturday
Idyllwild Nature Center
25225 Hwy. 243
Ages 4 – 5: 9:30 am – 11:30 am
Ages 6-10: 9:30 am – 12:30 pm

Registrations info: 951-659-3850 or afedrick@rivco.org

Body & Soul

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

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

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
Mondays:10:30 am – 11:30 am
Fridays: 9:45 am – 10:30 am

Every Other Thursday
Starts Jan. 22
Town Hall
25925 Cedar Street
5:30 – 6:30

Every 3rd Thursday
Chess League
Community Center
54201 Ridgeview Dr.

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.