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Julian Events
By Amber Ward
Desert Wildflowers In Bloom
April is the height of desert wildflower viewing season. For an up-to-date recording of the best viewing areas call the Anza-Borrego Desert Wildflower Hotline at 760-767-4684.
Julian Doves & Desperados
The Julian Doves & Desperados will be performing historic comedy skits 1 p.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. (weather permitting) Sundays at the stage area between Cabbages & Kings and the Julian Market & Deli. For more information, call 760-765-1857.
Arts & Crafts Show
The Dawn Kirk Crafters will be holding its Arts & Crafts Show March 31 through April 8, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Julian Town Hall.
Home Show
The Home Show will be at the Julian Town Hall, April 1-9 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Chamber Mixer
The Julian Chamber of Commerce will hold its monthly mixer on April 5, at Mountain Farms Realty, located at 2019 Main St., from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. There will be a no host bar, hors d'oeuvres and a raffle. Bring a door prize and promote your business. For more information, call 760-765-1857.
Julian Bookhouse Open House
The new owners of the Julian Bookhouse, Don and Diana Garrett, will host an open house from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on April 6. See the newly refurbished bookhouse and take some time to browse the thousands of gently used books. For information, call 760-765-3647.
Guided Hike
A guided hike through the Santa Ysabel Open Space Preserve will take place April 7, meet at the Farmer Road staging area at 9 a.m. For more information, call 760-765-4098.
Easter Egg Hunt
Sponsored by the Miss Julian Pageant and the Julian Merchants Association, a "Royal Easter Egg Hunt" will take place at Wynola Junction Antiques at 10 a.m. on April 7. There will be an egg hunt, a raffle and some light refreshments. For more information, call 619-929-9858.
Easter Brunch
The Pine Hills Lodge will host its annual Easter Brunch from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 8. There will also be an egg hunt at 11 a.m. The menu includes waffles and whipped cream, smoked salmon and cream cheese, an omelet station, a carving station featuring ham, turkey, and top sirloin, salad and veggies, fresh fruit served with chocolate fondue, and more. The cost is $32 for adults, and $15.95 for children 10 and under. Reservations are required, for more information and reservations call 760-765-1100 or go to www.pinehillslodge.com.
Native Cacti Field Trip
Discover Southern California's native cacti locally with Jon P. Rebman, Ph.D., Curator of Botony, from the San Diego Natural History Museum, on April 14 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Meet at Borrego Nature Center for orientation, then head to Scissors Crossing, and later view cacti down S-2 and finish in Mountain Springs, if there is time. Bring water, lunch and snacks. There is fee for this trip, but reservations are required and space is limited. For more information, call 760-767-3098.
Campo Railroad Tour
Led by Naturalist Paul Johnson, take a trip to the historic Campo Railroad Museum and ride on the vintage railroad. After visiting the museum's gift shop and Boxcar Theater, the trip will depart from the Campo Depot for an 11 a.m. ride on the Golden State, a standard weekend excursion operating since 1986. This is a 12-16 mile round trip journey through history. A caravan will be led from Christmas Circle to Campo, and after the train ride the caravan will head back making special stops on the way, including the famous Wisteria Candy Cottage in Boulevard. Passenger cars are OK. Bring lunch, water and a full tank of gas. Reserve your space early, a minimum of 15 people are needed for the trip to go. The cost is $60 for members of ABDNHA, $70 for non-members. For reservations or more information, call 760-767-3098.
Julian Merchant's Association
The Julian Merchant Association's open house days starts its season Monday, April 16, in Santa Ysabel. Participants in April's event are Santa Ysabel General Store & Antiques, Sherrill Orchards, Santa Ysabel Art Gallery, and Once Upon a Time. Open House Days are from 5 to 7 p.m. Call 760-765-1139 for information.
The Julian Merchant Association's Monthly Breakfast will take place April 18 at the Julian Woman's Club located on C Street. Breakfast starts at 8 a.m. and will be followed by guest speakers from the Manzanita High Mountain Rendezvous. The cost is $8 for members, and $10 for non-members. For more information, call 760-765-4758.
Craft Show
The Town Hall Crafters will be at the Julian Town Hall from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. April 21 and 22.
Log Home Open House
Log Home Castles invites you to tour a log home as it's being built April 21, from 9 a.m. to noon. For directions, or to RSVP, call 760-765-1117 or e-mail info@loghomecastles.com.
Historical Society Lecture
The Julian Historical Society will present Jim Mazzone and the "History of Julian's 4th of July Parade" on April 25 at 7 p.m. The presentation will take place at the Julian Historical Society, 2133 Fourth St.
Rendezvous
Experience living history at the annual Manzanita High Mountain Rendezvous. Fun for the whole family, you are also invited to come dressed in period attire. The Rendezvous will take place May 3-13, in Santa Ysabel, just follow the Red Buffalo signs. For more information, go to www.home stead.com/manzanita/.
Julian Bicycle Festival
R&B Bicycle Club will present the Julian Bicycle Festival May 5 and 6. Registration starts at 7 a.m. For more information, call 760-765-2200 or go to www.julianactive.com.
May Days
See artists at work during "May Days" at the Santa Ysabel General Store on May 5 and May 12, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, call 760-765-1139.
Wildflower Show
The Julian Woman's Club will host its annual Wildflower Show May 10-13 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Julian Town Hall.
Santa Ysabel Art Gallery
A Sense of Place featuring Stan Goudey is on exhibit at Santa Ysabel Art Gallery through April 29. Santa Ysabel Art Gallery is located at 30352 Highway 78 at Highway 79 in Santa Ysabel. Admission is free. For information call 760-765-1676.
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