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At Home in Ju lian — Ann Reilly Cole
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aybe you made the trek to Julian because you heard about its famous apple pies or the beautiful vistas from the scenic highway that runs through town. Or perhaps you’ve come up to listen to some great music, sample local wines and beers, or pamper yourself at one of the fine lodges or bed and breakfasts in town. If so, you’ve just scratched the surface of the amenities available to make you feel at home in this mountain escape. History lovers can explore historic sites, antique shops, the local museum and an old gold mine, or try their hand at gold panning. If shopping is more your style, local merchants offer plenty of unique fashions, accessories, arts and collectibles to add to your collection or for gift
giving. Follow the Julian Backcountry Quilt Trail to enjoy local folk arts and lore. Are you looking for a romantic interlude? A horse-drawn carriage ride or a view of the sunset over Santa Ysabel is not to be missed. Nature preserves, parks and trails offer opportunities to get active or get quiet, for all who are looking to rejuvenate body and soul. Spring in Julian means flower shows at Julian Town Hall and more flowers along roadways and meadows in Julian’s open spaces, and summer is rich with music festivals, outdoor movies, stargazing and an Independence Day celebration and barbecue that will cause patriots to bust their buttons. With more to do than can be fit into a day or two, Julian invites visitors to think of Julian as their home away from home. n
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At Home in Julian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Getting Active in Julian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Writers Library is a Center for Colleen R. Baker Community Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Ann Reilly Cole Music and Art Good for the Heart . . . . . . . . . 8 Ruth Lepper Fine Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 David Lewis Wineries & Breweries Offer Tastes Heidi Pankratz that Delight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Annette Williams Visit Wineries & Breweries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Bobbi Zane Toe-tickling Fun at Grape Stomp Festa . . . . 12 Photography Travel the Backcountry for Scenic Views Darrel Kinney and Wine Tasting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Carol Kinney Seasonal Calendar of Events . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 John Jones ‘Quilt’ Blocks Add Charm to a Sandra Sevilla Country Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Annette Williams Julian Chamber ~ Visitors’ Resource . . . . . . 20 Ann Reilly Cole A Culinary Tour of Julian’s Finest . . . . . . . . . . 20 Office Administrator Dining, Pies & Treats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Annette Williams Apple Days Festival Celebrates Graphic Design the Harvest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Mary Van Doren Party With the Stars at Julian StarFest . . . . . 27 Bountiful Blooms at Wildflower Show . . . . . . 30 Sales Administrator ‘Greatest Little Town Parade’ Honors Lori Mould Independence Day the Julian Way . . . . . 31 Published by Step Back in Time at Gold Rush Days . . . . . 32 Ramona Home Journal Yarn Enthusiasts Invited on Tour . . . . . . . . . . 33 726 D Street Map of Julian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Ramona, CA 92065 Map of Santa Ysabel and P.O. Box 1318 Warner Springs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Julian, CA 92036 Santa Ysabel Shops have 760-788-8148 Wide Appeal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 julian@ramonajournal.com Map of Wynola . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Wynola Antique Shops Attract © 2016 The Guide to Julian. Faithful Followers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Published on a twice-yearly basis and distributed free of charge. Where to Stay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Advance written permission must Have a Blast at the Blues Bash . . . . . . . . . . . 43 be obtained from the publisher for partial or complete reproduction The Julian Pioneer Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 of any part or whole of The Guide Live Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 to Julian, including advertising material contained in its pages. Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Opinions expressed by contributors are not necessarily the opinions Old West Comedy Skits Entertain . . . . . . . . . 58 of this publication. The publisher Things to Do in Julian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 is not responsible or liable for misinformation, misprints or Julian Historical Tour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 typographical errors in features Tee Off! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 or advertisements printed in the publication. Hikes & Trails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Walk on the Wild Side at the See us online at Wolf Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 www.julianguide.com or email julian@ Advertiser Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 4ramonajournal.com The Guide to Julian • Issue 22 ~ Spring/Summer 2016 • www.julianguide.com • 760-788-8148 Looking Ahead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
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Getting Active in Ju lian — Ann Reilly Cole
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ow that you’ve made the trip to the beautiful town of Julian, it’s time to get out of doors, take a deep breath of mountain air, and get up close and personal with the trails, vistas, flora and fauna that make it worth the drive. Don’t forget to bring your camera — you never know what treat nature may have in store.
Fishing
Lake Cuyamaca is home to trout, bass, bluegill, catfish, crappie and sturgeon. Local fishing rules call for “catch and release,” except for sturgeon between 40 and 69 inches, and trout, which is stocked periodically during the spring and fall. There are limits on all fish, except smallmouth bass and
See Getting Active in Julian continued on page 67
Lake Cuyamaca
Photo by Sandra Sevilla
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Library is a Center for Community Activities — Colleen R. Baker
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any people in the community describe the Julian Branch Library as more of a community center than a library, as it has many programs for all ages. Most people who walk through the doors are delighted to find one of the best art collections in town, with exhibits that are ever changing. The branch collaborates with the Julian Arts Guild to feature an artist of the month, and has paintings, photographs, stained glass sculptures and a mural in the children’s area that showcase the many local artists. In addition to offering materials for checkout — with books and DVDs topping the list — the library has some
signature programs, such as Music on the Mountain the first Tuesday of the month. Crafters, too, will find a number
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Julian Apple Days Festival
September 24-25 • 10 am - 5 pm Food • Music • Beer & Wine Craft & Vendor Booths Children’s Activities
ADMISSION: Adults $5 • Children Under 12 Free vvvvvv
Menghini Winery 1150 Julian Orchards Drive
(At the corner of Farmer and Wynola Roads) vvvvvv
For more information, visit
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Music and Art Good for the Heart — Ann Reilly Cole
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rawn in by the natural beauty of Julian’s landscape, many artists and arts lovers call Julian their home, or their favorite place to visit. They happily share their talents with visitors through exhibitions, performances, workshops and
opening their studios. Fun for the whole family or a romantic outing for that special date, attending an arts event, visiting an art show or gallery, or reaching out to an artist whose work you appreciate could be a memorable diversion during your time in Julian. If you came to Julian to get away and be inspired, you’ll find activities that fit the bill. It may spark the imagination and awaken your own creative genius to spend an afternoon admiring a work of art or visiting with artists in their studio space. And what could be more relaxing than enjoying music performed by some of the most talented regionally and nationally known musicians? Dance to the beat of the bands at an outdoor festival or take a seat and enjoy the show at an intimate bistro or in the local library. Why not take some culture with your slice of pie!
438 Main Street
in Historic Downtown Ramona
Open Saturdays & Sundays from 11am-6pm The Ramona Art Center Offers Art Classes During the Week
See All Our Artists Online at:
www.2creategallery.com See Class Information at:
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Fine Arts
CANDLE DEMOS
CARVING DAILY
Julian Arts Guild
This professional organization of artists presents arts events and hosts a website to promote the work of its member artists. Visit www.julianartsguild.org. Spring Fine Arts Show May 7-8, 10 am to 6 pm Julian Town Hall, 2129 Main St. Fall Art Show Sept. 3-5, 10 am to 6 pm Julian Town Hall, 2129 Main St. Arts Guild Demonstrations Fourth Tuesday, 6 pm Julian Library Community Room, 1850 Hwy. 78 See Music and Art continued on page 50
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Wineries & Breweries Offer Tastes that Delight
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he Julian area is renowned for producing luscious grapes for winemaking. As a result, there are numerous wineries and tasting rooms located throughout the area. Many backcountry wineries are familyowned and operated venues where guests are likely to enjoy a personal encounter with the winemakers. Breweries have also become popular thirstquenching spots, as visitors discover unique, locally crafted beer, hard cider and mead available at several locations. With expert winemakers and brewmasters using their unique skills in the art of crafting every bottle and keg, the area has quickly become a focal point for delightful tasting opportunities that should not be missed. n
Visit Wineries & Breweries
Greater Julian
Shadow Mountain Vineyards & Winery Sierra Roble Winery & Vineyard
Blue Door Winery Menghini Winery Nickel Beer Co. Volcan Mountain Winery
Julian Station
Warner Springs
Emerald Creek Winery Hawk Watch Winery La Serenissima Vineyards & Winery
WINERY MICHAEL & TONI MENGHINI TASTING ROOM & PICNIC AREA 760
765-2072
P.O. Box 1359 • Julian, CA 92036 2 miles north of Julian on Farmer Road
Golden Coast Mead Julian Hard Cider Julian Wine & Chocolate Tasting Room The Cooler
Ramona
Pamo Valley Winery
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TWO TASTINGS FOR THE PRICE OF ONE! 603 Main Street • Ramona
OPEN 7 DAYS Mon-Wed: 2-6 pm • Thurs-Fri: 2-8 pm Sat-Sun: 12-5 pm
(760) 271-3090 www.pamovalleywinery.com
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Toe-tickling Fun at Grape Stomp Festa
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here is plenty for the whole family to enjoy at the Julian Grape Stomp Festa, as folks come from near and far to stomp grapes and celebrate the harvest. The annual event, set for Sept. 3, offers activities for all ages. The Festa features separate stomping barrels for adults and children; live Italian, rock-androll and dance music; bocce ball; shopping opportunities; and an activity area for children. Adults over 21 may enjoy wine tasting opportunities as they stop by vendor booths with their commemorative wine glasses, included in the admission price. A special non-potable vintage produced from the previous year’s stomped grapes will also be available as a fun conversation piece. Grape Stomp Festa will take place from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Menghini Winery, 1150 Julian Orchards Dr. Admission is $15 for adults 21 and older, $5 for guests ages 5 to 20, and free for children under 5. Parking is also free. Call 760-765-1857 or visit www.julian-california.com/to-see-do/ special-events/grape-stomp. n
BLUE DOOR WINERY Wine tasting in the heart of Julian Cheers! 2608 B Street, Julian, CA 92036 (760) 765-0361 | lovebluedoor.com 12 The Guide to Julian • Issue 22 ~ Spring/Summer 2016 • www.julianguide.com • 760-788-8148
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Travel the Backcountry for Scenic Views and Wine Tasting — Ruth Lepper
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alifornia Overland offers an exciting way to see Julian and the backcountry, complete with a barbecue lunch and stops at local wineries to taste their wares. Joe Raffetto and his crew offer a Photo courtesy of California overland
5 ½-hour ride aboard an authentic troop carrier, leaving from downtown Julian at noon on Saturdays and sometimes on Sundays. A barbecue lunch is served at the first stop, Menghini Winery, a few miles See Travel the Backcountry continued on page 58
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Seasonal Calendar of Events March 2016 Daffodils, lilacs and desert wildflowers in bloom. 19: St. Elizabeth Emerald Ball at Julian Town Hall, 2129 Main St. 760-765-0613 26: Lions Club Easter Egg Hunt at Frank Lane Park, 2405 Farmer Rd. Start times by age group between 10:30 and 11:30 am. Bring baskets. 27: Pine Hills Lodge Easter Brunch & Easter Egg Hunt Brunch from 9-1, egg hunt at 11. 2960 La Posada Wy. Reservations 760-765-1100
April 2016 9: Taste of Julian See page 20
May 2016 4-7: Wildflower Show See page 30 7-8: Spring Fine Arts Show See page 9 8: Pine Hills Lodge Mother’s Day Brunch from 9-1 at 2960 La Posada Wy. Reservations 760-765-1100
June 2016 Julian Fiddle and Pickin’ Contest • June 4-5 It’s music galore at Julian Town Hall, 2129 Main St., when fiddlers and pickers come to compete. Also scheduled is a warm-up workshop on June 3, led by National Grand Fiddle Champions Luke Price and Matthew Hartz. Visit www.sandiegofiddler.org/ julianfiddlepickincontest.html.
Brewery Tasting Room
10: Apple Blossom Tea at Julian Woman’s Club, 2607 C St. Reservations www.julianwomansclub.org 11: Julian Dance & Back Country Barbecue See page 54 18: Robb Bower Presents Julian Blues Bash See page 43 21: Pine Hills Lodge Father’s Day Brunch from 9-1 at 2960 La Posada Wy. Reservations 760-765-1100 25-26: Gold Rush Days See page 32 Heritage Quilt Show • June 25-July 4 Julian Woman’s Club will put a wide variety of quilts on display at Julian Town Hall, 2129 Main St. The free show will feature antique quilts and those made by children, novices and experienced quilters. A country store will be open during the event, and opportunity drawing tickets will be available. Visit www.julianwomansclub.org. TBD: Julian Garden Tour updates at www.facebook.com/ juliangardentour
July 2016
Heritage Quilt Show continues through July 4 Eleanor Burns Quilting Workshop • July 2 • 11 am Nationally renowned quilter Eleanor Burns will present a humorous and informative show in Julian Town Hall, 2129 Main St. Tickets are $15. Reservations are available by calling 760-765-4651. 4: Julian Fourth of July Parade See page 31 4: American Legion Post Barbecue at 2503 Washington St., after the Fourth of July Parade.
Tasters, Pints and Pitchers Large DogFriendly Patio
32 oz and 64 oz Growlers Available To-Go
Ample Parking
OPEN EVERY DAY! Mon-Thur at 2 pm Fri-Sun at 11:30 am
1485 Hollow Glen Road
Bring in Your Food
(Just one-half mile east of Julian on Highway 78)
760-765-BEER (2337)
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August 2016 4-6: Julian StarFest See page 27 Sip of Julian • August TBD Ticket-holders sample wine and beer from local establishments, paired with appetizers. Tickets at Julian Town Hall, 2129 Main St. Call 760-765-1857 or visit www.julianca.com/to-see-do/special-events/ sip-of-julian.
September 2016
Julian Apple Days offers two months of events from mid-September to mid-November. 3: Grape Stomp Festa See page 12 3-5: Fall Art Show See page 9 11: Miss Julian Scholarship Pageant at Julian Town Hall, 2129 Main St. www.missjulianpageant. webs.com
San Diego Yarn Crawl • Sept. 15-18 Self-guided tour of San Diego County yarn shops, including Kat’s Yarn & Craft Cottage, 2112 Fourth St. There will be stops at alpaca farms and a mobile yarn truck, prizes, speakers, demos, trunk shows, book signings and more. Call 619-246-8585 or visit www.sandiegoyarncrawl.com. 17: Julian Music Festival See page 54 17-18: Julian Lions Bluegrass Festival See page 54 23: Apple Days Pie Contest at Julian Woman’s Club, 2607 C St. www.julianwomansclub.org 24: Lake Cuyamaca Kids Fishing Derby at Lake Cuyamaca, 15027 Hwy. 79. 760-765-0515 www.lakecuyamaca.org 24-25: Apple Days Festival See page 22
Ongoing Events Geppetto’s Clocks & Candles candle carving demonstrations daily at 2116 Main St. 619-985-7372 Julian Backcountry Quilt Trail along Hwys. 78 and 79 and other thoroughfares in the Julian, Santa Ysabel, Warner Springs, Lake Cuyamaca and Ramona areas. Look for painted wooden “quilt” blocks on homes and businesses. www.julianbackcountryquilttrail.org. See page 18 Julian Doves and Desperados award-winning historical comedy skits Sundays at 1, 2 and 3 pm (weather permitting) at the stage area on Main Street. 760-765-1857 See page 56 Julian Library at 1850 Hwy. 78 offers activities and enrichment programs Tues.-Sat. and Music on the Mountain first Tues. at 6 pm. 760-765-0370 See page 7 Pine Hills Lodge Sunday brunch, events and holiday specials at 2960 La Posada Wy. 760-765-1100 www.pinehillslodge.com Volcan Mountain Foundation art adventures, trail explorations, lectures, educational hikes. 760-765-2300 www.volcanmt.org n
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CHANNELED READINGS
By Spiritual Medium Rev. Linda Swartz Mind, Body & Spirit Balance in
HISTORIC WATERTOWER (Corner of B St. & Third) 760-765-9718
‘Quilt’ Blocks Add Charm to a Country Drive
The Julian Backcountry Quilt Trail features painted wooden “quilt” blocks installed on homes and businesses, with installations continuPhoto courtesy of Julian ing to expand Backcountry Quilt Trail along Highways 78 and 79 and other nearby country roads. This starburst design, entitled “Sunshine,” adorns Dudley’s Bakery in Santa Ysabel, one of more than 20 locations in Warner Springs, Julian, Santa Ysabel, Ramona and Lake Cuyamaca that have the blocks on display. Visit www.julianbackcountry quilttrail.org. n
Kathy’s Dress Shop Fine Ladies Clothing • Jewelry • Hats • Gift Items
Something for All Occasions! 760 765-0119 2015 “B” Main Street • Julian www.KathysDressShop.com
Don’t Monkey Around. . . .Go Ape!
Incense • Perfume • Oils • Tapestries
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Children’s Play Area • Free and Easy Parking • Covered Back Patio
3 Miles West of Main Street
4470 Julian Road (Hwy 78) • Julian, CA JulianStation.com
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A Culinary Tour of Julian’s Finest
Julian Chamber ~ Visitors’ Resource
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ulian Chamber of Commerce welcomes visitors with the motto: “Enjoy the present while you experience our past.” The Chamber has its base of operations in Julian Town Hall, which turned 100 years old in 2014. It is your on-thespot information resource for shopping, dining, lodging and camping, wineries and breweries, galleries, historic sites, apple orchards, businesses, professional services, hiking, activities and events. Stop by the office at 2129 Main St., call 760-765-1857 or visit www.juliancalifornia.com. n
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ample the fare of a variety of Julian’s top restaurants, wineries and breweries at the annual Taste of Julian, set for April 9. Every establishment on the tour prepares tasty bites or sips of their specialties, just for tour guests. Each paid participant gets a wristband and a map of locations on the selfguided tour, which takes place from 1 to 5 p.m. Advance passes may be purchased for $25 at Julian Town Hall, 2129 Main St., or online, with the passes exchanged for valid tickets on the day of the event. A limited number of tickets may be available on event day for $30. Guests park for free at the corner of Fourth and B streets. Visit www. julian-california.com/to-see-do/ special-events/taste-of-julian. n
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Bakery/Deli Julian Pie Co. 760-765-2532 2225 Main Street • Julian 21976 Hwy 79 • Santa Ysabel Candy/Fudge 760-765-0785 Mom’s Pies 2119 Main Street • Julian Cider/Jellies/Candy 4510 Hwy 78 • Wynola 760-765-1430
Bakery 760-765-2449 760-765-2400 Pies/Snacks 760-765-2472 760-765-2264
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Apple Days Festival Celebrates the Harvest
— Annette Williams
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he Julian Apple Days Festival, set for Sept. 24 and 25, is a celebration of the local apple harvest. Over the years, it has been one of the most well attended of Julian’s events, attracting more than 5,000 guests last year alone. It’s no mystery why people flock to the festival, with its apple displays, music and dancing, an antique tractor display, children’s games and activities, gold panning demonstrations, a beer and wine garden, food and merchandise vendors, contests and, last but not least, apple pie. Saturday events will also include the coronation of Mr. and Mrs. Apple Days.
It takes place each day from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Menghini Winery, 1150 Julian Orchards Dr., about two miles from downtown Julian. Admission is $5, but children 12 and under enter free. Call the Julian Chamber of Commerce at 760-765-1857 or visit www.julian-california.com/to-see-do/ special-events/apple-days.
Apple Days History Arrival of Apples
Gold mining in Julian was either boom or bust following the discovery of the precious metal in 1870. But there
No matter how you stack it. Julian’s Best Fudge.
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Steak, Buffalo & Chicken Pot Pie on the Mountain
HOURS: DINING Sun-Th 11 am-9 pm • Fri/Sat 10:30 am-10 pm Patio Seating • Take Out 2722 Washington St. • Julian, CA • 760-765-2265
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were a few who recognized the area’s agricultural potential. In the 1870s, James Madison and Thomas Brady, who held homestead claims and worked the mines, determined that Julian’s climate, soil and altitude were ideal for growing deciduous fruit. The men brought a wagonload of apple trees to Julian from Central California.
Julian Cider Mill, Inc.
Photo by Carol Kinney
“The agricultural mines on top of the ground, and the mineral mines beneath, will all yield a golden harvest this year,” a San Diego newspaper reported in 1880.
Fresh Apple Cider Honey & Nuts • Apple Butter • Dried Fruits • Pumpkin Butter • Jams & Jellies • Caramel Apples • Teas & Tea Accessories • Chocolate & Fudge • Marmalades • Assorted Candy
Award-winning Harvest
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2103 Main Street • P.O. Box 130 Julian, CA 92036
When the San Diego County District Fair was held in Escondido in 1890, Julian fruit won a number of top prizes, including a $50 silk banner, a $65 riding cultivator and 88 first- and secondplace awards. As farmers started shipping produce around the country and exhibiting in fairs, Julian apples gained even greater fame. The fruit took blue ribbons and first prizes at the World’s Fair in Chicago in 1893, the St. Louis Fair in 1904, and the San Francisco World’s Fair of 1915. They also received top awards at the Los Angeles County fair for 22 years in a row. In 1907, Julian apples won eight gold See Apple Days Festival continued on page 28
Pizza
Beer & Wine Available
Drive-Thru Service for To-Go Orders OPEN 7 DAYS 11:30 am - 8:30 pm
760 -765-1810 2 LOCATIONS
Poncho Villa’s
Coleman Creek Center, Julian
Mexican Food
Visit Us at Warner Springs Ranch Resort Golf Course
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Complete Dinners
(Next to Julian Museum)
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JULIAN
JEWEL BOX
& Art Gallery
• We carry a huge selection of fine estate and USA grade vintage jewelry — “Where There is Art in Silver and Gold.” • Located on lower level of “The Warm Hearth” at 2125 Main St. • Open every day except Tuesday, 10am - 5pm.
Unique Custom Creations Just for You! www.julianjewelbox.com patricialynnmcc@att.net 760-765-1139
Patricia Lynn McConnell Julian’s Only Custom Jewelry Designer and Repairer
Chamber of Commerce Member ~ Former Vice President of Julian Merchants Association. Master’s Degree in Fine Arts and Related Technologies. 30 Years Experience in Business, Art and Jewelry.
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Party with the Stars at Julian StarFest
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tars shine bright in the still of the night, and it’s never been more true than in Julian, when the dark sky of the backcountry sets the stage for Julian StarFest. The annual event will be presented Friday and Saturday, Aug. 5 and 6, by the San Diego Astronomy Association and the community of Julian. Held at Menghini Winery, 1150 Julian Orchards Dr., the event draws guests from Southern California and beyond who want to gaze at the stars from Julian’s unique vantage point and distance from city lights. StarFest always features a number of well-known speakers. In addition, telescope, accessory and astronomical software manufacturers and other exhibitors will be on hand, offering an opportunity to talk to equipment experts. Guests with paid admission may visit the vendor area each day and participate in a drawing at 5 p.m. on Saturday. Perhaps the most popular StarFest
event is the Public Star Party on Saturday night, free for those who enter between 7 and 9 p.m. Admission for Friday and Saturday is a one-time fee of $5 for adults, $2.50 for teens 13 to 18, and free for ages 12 and under. Non-campers must depart each day by 11 p.m. Camp sites are available Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights at an additional charge. Visit www.julianstarfest.com. n
Unique Finds for Unique Minds
Odd Impulse
In the K.O. Corral 2608 “B” Street u Julian, CA 1/2 Block Off Main
760-765-9913
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medals at the Jamestown Exposition in Virginia. The apples were sent on to the International Pomological Apple Show in Norfolk, where they won the Wilder medal — the highest award given for apples in competition with fruit from the United States and Canada.
Committee members included Arthur Juch, Joseph Marks, Horace Wilcox, C.R. Wellington, Frank DeLuca, F.L. Blanc and C.W. Potter. Potter predicted that “everybody in San Diego County” would attend — 500 or 600 people, he surmised.
Hardworking Julian ranchers wanted to celebrate, and town leaders hoped to interest outsiders in Julian’s future, so preparations for a great event began — Apple Day, set for Oct. 9, 1909.
Julian Apple Days now brings thousands of visitors to Julian for a two-day celebration that celebrates one of Julian’s most famous and historic commodities — the apple. n
Local Celebration
“WHERE
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Apple Days Today
APPLES are RIPE GIRLS are ROTTEN”
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Montana West purses Home of the Original Julian T-Shirt and other specialty T's • Replica Guns • Vintage Signs • Masks Wildlife and Dragon Home Décor Peter Grimm Cowboy Hats
2116 Main Street, Julian, CA
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Bountiful Blooms at Wildflower Show
fter several years of drought, Julian Woman’s Club is anticipating that El Niño will usher in a bountiful crop of wildflowers for the organization’s Wildflower Show, May 4 to 7. The club has been hosting the show in Julian Town Hall since 1926. There are more than 857 types of plant life — most of which are wildflowers — in the greater Julian area, which encompasses Julian, Wynola, Santa Ysabel, Lake Henshaw, Mesa Grande, Laguna Mountain, Cuyamaca, Borrego Springs, Banner Grade, Volcan Mountain and Pine Hills.
This year’s theme will be “Smarty Plants.” Are plants smart? It’s an interesting question. Research suggests that plants may be smarter than originally thought and may have ways of problem solving and communicating. Information and displays that demonstrate the
Photos by Marilee Strech
Club members fan out and pick flowers from all these areas, after securing permission from property owners, and usually collect several hundred varieties. Bouquets of each type are labeled by a member who is an expert and displayed at the show.
impressive capabilities of plants will be featured at the show. Teachers at Julian Elementary School will have the opportunity to display their classes’ work at the show relating to wildflowers and the Smarty Plants theme. The show will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 2129 Main St. Call 760-758-0158. Admission is free, but donations are appreciated. The public is invited to enjoy the displays of wildflowers and learn about how amazing plant life can be. n
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‘Greatest Little Town Parade’ Honors Independence Day the Julian Way — Bobbi Zane
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ou’ll have to go no farther than Julian to find one of the Greatest Little Town Parades in America. It’s a hometown celebration of our nation’s birthday. The highlight of a full day of patriotic entertainment, the Julian Fourth of July Parade is absolutely local, starting out with a salute to the holiday by American Legion veterans and U.S. Marine color guards. Bands march, flags and banners fly. Costumed re-enactors shoot it out during old-time robberies. Locals show
See ‘Greatest Little Town Parade’ continued on page 35
Photo by carol Kinney
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Step Back in Time at
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Gold Rush Days
ulian Gold Rush Days, June 25 and 26, are a celebration of Julian’s gold mining history. The town was founded following the Civil War, when displaced Confederate veterans from Georgia headed west to seek their fortunes in a new, mostly unsettled, land. Among these were cousins Drue Bailey and Mike Julian,
who found a lush meadow between Volcan Mountain and the Cuyamacas to their liking. But it was cattleman Fred Coleman who found the first flecks of gold in a creek in early 1870, launching San Diego County’s first and only gold rush. The town was named honor of Mike Julian, who later was elected San Diego
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County Assessor. The town was never big, at the most boasting a population of about 600, which is more than the population of this historic district today. The gold rush was short-lived, nearly over within a decade, but the pioneers stayed and began farming the rich land.
Gold Rush Days Activities
Historical encampments at Julian Mining Company, 4444 Highway 78, offer a chance to meet miners, mountain men and cowboys. Camp admission is $3 for guests 13 and older, and free for ages 12 and under. There will also be gun fighting, reenactments, mock claim jumping, tomahawk throwing demonstrations, gold panning, gem mining, vendors, an arts and crafts market, and children’s pioneer games. Parking is free. Doves & Desperados will present historical comedy skits at 1, 2 and 3 p.m. in the stage area near Julian Market & Deli on Main Street. Mine tours are also available at 2320 C St. Call 760-765-0036. Visit www. julian-california.com/to-see-do/ special-events/gold-rush-days. n
Yarn Enthusiasts Invited on Tour
A free, self-guided tour of San Diego County yarn shops is set for Sept. 15 to 18, with stops that include Kat’s Yarn & Craft Cottage in Julian at 2112 Fourth St. A dozen or more locations from Julian to Chula Vista are planned. Also on the tour will be alpaca farms and a mobile yarn truck, along with door prizes, speakers, demos, trunk shows, book signings and more. Call 619-246-8585 or visit www.sandiegoyarncrawl.com. n
Kat’s Yarn & Craft Cottage Yarn • Beads • Fabric & More!
Classes Make-N-Takes Open Stitch Groups
Wearables Unique Gifts Fun for All Ages!
2112 Fourth Street (Behind Jack’s Grocery) OPEN DAILY: 10 am - 5ish pm Some Evenings
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‘Greatest Little Town Parade’ continued from page 31 off their renovated vintage cars, tractors and fire trucks, some dating back to the 1915 era. Horses strut their stuff on the three-block-long walk, and local celebrities, including the grand marshal, greet parade-goers. World War II
parade route to get the best view. Pre-parade entertainment starts at 10 a.m. at the grandstand. The parade kicks off at noon and lasts about one hour. Visit www.julian parade.com. n
Photo by carol Kinney
submarine veterans join the parade every year. Plan to enjoy a full day of entertainment at the parade. Get there early for the pre-parade show and watch vintage World War II airplanes fly over, and meet up with Miss Julian and her court. The American Legion honors the Fourth of July with a daylong deep-pit barbecue and live entertainment. Locals know to arrive early — by 9 a.m. on parade day — in order to find a parking place and a spot on the
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Eaglenest B&B ~ 4 Julian Country Inn ~ 1 Julian Gold Rush Hotel ~ 3 Julian Lodge ~ 3 Julian Pines Country Cottage ~ 3 K Julian Wagon Wheel Retreat ~ 5
L Lovely Julian Mountain Retreat ~ 5 M Orchard Hill Country Inn ~ 1 N Pine Hills Lodge ~ 2 O Pinezanita RV Park/Cottages ~ 5 P Wikiup B&B ~ 5
Activities
Real Estate
Tasting Rooms & Wineries
A California Overland Excursions ~ 5 B California Wolf ~ 5 C Integrity Stables ~ 5
A Mountain Farms Realty ~ 3 A Blue Door Winery ~ 2 B Orchard Realty ~ 1 B Menghini Winery ~ 1 C Sage Real Estate, The ~ 2 C Nickel Beer Co. ~ 5 D Volcan Mountain Winery ~ 1
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To Palm Springs
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The A North B Mountain Wine C Trail D
ACTIVITIES A Warner Springs Ranch Resort
SHOPPING A Crossroads Treasures B Julian Weaving Works
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PPLE COUNTRY A E H T RESTAURANT Excellent Food
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Known for Our Fabulous Sunday Brunch Buffet Recreational Stop Gateway Hwys 78 & 79 for RVs, Campers, Trailers and Motorcycles
Now Serving Mexican Food All Day Home Style Cooking in Clean Restaurant with Friendly Service! Mon-Thurs: 7am-7pm Fri & Sat: 7am-8 pm Sun: 8am-7pm
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Corner of Hwy 78 & 79 • Santa Ysabel Close to Dudley’s
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Santa Ysabel Gallery
Photo by Carol Kinney
Santa Ysabel Shops Have Wide Appeal — Ruth Lepper
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estled at the intersection of Highways 78 and 79 is the town of Santa Ysabel. Located seven miles west of Julian, it has something to offer everyone — from a country restaurant to an art gallery to a world-famous bakery. Don’s Market is one of the major
Crossroads Treasures
businesses in the area. Across the parking lot you can enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner at Apple Country Restaurant. Pick up an apple pie or have a cup of coffee at nearby Julian Pie Company. Crossroads Treasures has exceptional See Santa Ysabel shops continued on page 63
Julian Weaving Works
ACADEMY OF HAND WEAVING
Gallery of Fiber and Wearable Art Weaving Instruction, Equipment and Supplies Beryl E.M. Warnes Fiber Artist/Instructor
Gallery/Academy
Native American Jewelry Local Tourmaline • Rocks & Minerals 760 765-2530 WE TALK ROCKS!
www.crossroadstreasures.biz
30219 Hwy 78
Santa Ysabel (Across from Dudley’s)
Thurs-Sun: 10am - 4pm (Extended hours during classes) See website for information
760-765-1986
30352 Highway 78 Santa Ysabel, CA 92070 info@weaverslink.com www.weaverslink.com/ academy-of-hand-weaving
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SHOPPING A Ariel’s Attic B Julian Station
To Santa Ysabel & Ramona
B 78
TASTING ROOMS A Julian Hard Cider A B The Cooler
~ Ariel’s Attic ~ Cowboy Rendezvous ~ Golden Coast Mead ~ Julian Hard Cider ~ Julian Wine & Chocolate ~ Mini & Me ~ Mr. Manitas Fruteria ~ The Cooler ~ Yogi Picnic Baskets
C Wynola Junction Antiques & Collectibles
D Wynola Junction Trains
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Wynola Junction
COUNTRY GARDEN
Antiques & Collectibles
A Variety of Antique & Collectible Dealers Located in the Historic Fruit Packing Shed in Wynola! OPEN DAILY 11 am - 6 pm
www.wynolajunction.com
Herbs • Vegetables Plants • Seeds Fountains Statuary Yard Art Birdhouses OPEN DAILY 11 am - 5 pm
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Wynola Junction Antiques & Collectibles
Ariel’s Attic Antiques & Gifts
Wynola Antique Shops Attract Faithful Followers
— Ruth Lepper
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ention antiques shops, and people will come from miles around to see what’s for sale. Julian and the surrounding area are a mecca for antique hunters. Wynola Junction Antiques & Collectibles is perhaps the largest shop, located in an historic apple-packing shed that dates back to 1957. The antique shop opened here in 2003. Owner Tracy Turner and her vendors offer an eclectic variety of antiques and collectibles. Retro kitchenware heads the popularity list,
with mixing bowls and serving pieces from brands such as Pyrex, Anchor Hocking and Fire-King. In a couple of small cottages in the spacious backyard at the antique shop is where you will find Wynola Country Garden and Wynola Junction Trains and Toys. Les Turner runs the train and toy shop, with quite a variety of wares that appeal to children and adults alike. The garden shop features an assortment of unique birdhouses as well other items for gardens, indoor and out. See Wynola antique shops continued on page 60
Wynola Junction
Trains and Toys Les Turner
Station Master
Hwy 78 at Wynola Road www.wynolajunction.com
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Ariel’s Attic Antiques & Gifts
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Where
W
to Stay
Your Blissful Julian Getaway
ith crisp, apple-scented days and star-filled nights, a Julian getaway is a blissful experience! Enjoy breathtaking views and intimate, luxurious amenities at one of the many Julian-area lodging establishments, with overnight or multi-day choices to suit every budget. PUBLIC CAMPGROUNDS Anza-Borrego Desert State Park 760-767-5311 • www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=638 Cuyamaca Rancho State Park 760-765-0755 • www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=667 Lake Cuyamaca Recreation & Park District 877-581-9904 • www.lakecuyamaca.org Lake Henshaw • 760-782-3487 www.lakehenshawresort.com Mount Laguna • 619-473-2082 www.recreation.gov Palomar Mountain State Park • 760-742-3462 www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=637 Pinezanita RV Park & Campgrounds 760-765-0429 • www.pinezanita.com Tamarisk Grove Campground • 760-767-5311 www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=638 William Heise County Park • 760-765-0650 www.sdcounty.ca.gov/parks/Camping/heise.html PRIVATE RESORTS An Eagle in the Pines Cabin 760-765-1252 • www.aneagleinthepines.com Artists’ Loft and Cabins at Strawberry Hill 760-765-0765 • www.artistsloft.com Black Oak Cabin • 760-765-2179 www.blackoakcabin.com Butterfield Bed & Breakfast 800-379-4262 • www.butterfieldbandb.com Cathleen’s Country Cottage 619-450-6846 • www.vrbo.com/162788 Eaglenest Bed & Breakfast 888-345-6378 • www.eaglenestbandb.com Julian Bed & Breakfast Guild • 760-765-1555 http://julianbnbguild.com/home.html
Julian Country Inn • 760-765-4838 www.juliancountryinn.com Julian Gold Rush Hotel Bed & Breakfast 760-765-0201 • www.julianhotel.com Julian Lodge Bed & Breakfast 800-542-1420 • www.julianlodge.com Julian Pines Country Cottage 800-758-5426 • www.julianpines.com Julian Wagon Wheel Retreat 760-670-8357 • www.julianwwretreat.com Lovely Julian Mountain Retreat 619-450-6846 • www.vrbo.com/105636 Orchard Hill Country Inn • 760-765-1700 www.orchardhill.com Pine Hills Lodge • 760-765-1100 www.pinehillslodge.com Pinezanita Cottages • 760-765-0429 www.pinezanita.com Ramona Valley Inn • 800-648-4618 www.ramonavalleyinn.com Wikiup Bed & Breakfast 800-694-5487 • www.wikiupbnb.com
Julian Lodging Glossary Home Stay: Private home that rents one or two rooms, may serve breakfast. Bed and Breakfast: Private home ambiance, breakfast included in room rate. Inn: Similar to Bed and Breakfast, no breakfast. Cottage: Rental, small detached unit, no services. Country Inn: Bed and breakfast or larger where dinner is served to guests. Hotel: Provides accommodations for travelers and guests.
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Blues Bash — Annette Williams
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obb Bower invites music lovers to mark the long days of summer with his long-running Julian Blues Bash on June 18 at Menghini Winery. Bower will present five renowned blues bands, including The Alastair Greene Band. Greene is well known as the former guitarist for The Alan Parsons Project. “This is our 18th year, and the event is on June 18, so that is a little bit of a ‘Twilight Zone’ thing for me,” Bower said. “It’s become more like a big family reunion than a festival, because so many people have come for so many years,
bringing friends and relatives. The vibe is different — family and friends reuniting every year for great music.” Advance tickets are $35, available online at www.robb-bowerpresents.com; at the Julian Chamber of Commerce office in Julian Town Hall, 2129 Main St.; and at Menghini Winery, 1150 Julian Orchards Dr. Performances are from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tickets at the gate are $40 for adults, $5 for ages 13 to 17, and free for ages 12 and under. Active duty and retired U.S. military and spouses enter for $30 each, with official ID. Food and beer will be available for sale, and parking is free. n
Daily, Weekly, Monthly Availability
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2609 D Street, Julian, CA 92036 888-345-6378 • 760-765-1252 • • • • • •
Four Bedroom Suites Fireplaces & Private Patios Pool, Hot Tub & Decks Historic Townsite Location Best Views in Town Full Country Breakfast
Located at the corner of Third & D Streets, just one block above Main Street
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An Eagle in the Pines Cabin Private mountain home, just 1 mile east of the town site of Julian.
2BR/2BA home tucked in the trees of Julian
Warm and comfortable, high-end furnishings, gas fireplace, jetted tubs, BBQ, wi-fi.
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The Julian Pioneer Museum — By David Lewis
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rury Bailey founded the town of Julian in 1870. Twenty years later, a man named Joseph Treshil purchased land and built himself a new blacksmith shop at the southern entrance to town. The walls were made of Julian schist, quarried from the building site. This was a departure from the usual plankwall construction, typical of the other buildings in Julian. In 1899, Peter Mayrhoffer leased the building and ran a brewery on the site, making beer with locally grown hops. In 1899, Christian Grosskopf bought out Treshil and started up his own blacksmith shop there. He and his wife, Annie, lived in a small house south of the shop. The building is now the home of the Julian Pioneer Museum, dedicated in
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1952. It houses an impressive collection of historical artifacts from the town of Julian. There are also Native American artifacts, made by residents here long before Julian existed. Photographs adorn the walls, and the tools of pioneer life are everywhere. Mounted wildlife, representing many animals found in the Julian area, is on See Julian Pioneer Museum continued on page 49
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Library is a Center of activities to pique their interest. On Wednesday mornings, the branch is a happening place, with Zumba, baby story time, preschool story time and craft, and a Sit N Fit chair exercise program. There are also yoga and tai chi classes on other days. The library also serves the school districts. There will often be classes participating in story time and students selecting books to take back to class. Library staff members work with the schools to offer crafts and food programs, as well as educational and entertainment programs.
Apple Days Trivia I f you grow 100 apple trees from seeds of the same tree, the new apple trees would all be different.
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The staff is very friendly and can help guests find what they need. Information about activities is also available online at www.sdcl.org or www.friendsofthejulianlibrary.org. It is worth a visit to the Julian Library to attend some of its many programs, visit the Friends of the Julian Library Book Store, use one of the public computers or Wi-Fi connection, or peruse collections. n Colleen R. Baker is the branch manager of the Julian Library. Visit the library at 1850 Highway 78 or call 760-765-0370. lexander the Great is credited A with finding dwarfed apples in Kazakhstan in 328 BCE. Only the crab apple is native to North America. It
takes two pounds of apples to make one nine-inch pie.
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display. The museum archives pioneer family histories. Family members and researchers may access them. The museum is open Friday, Saturday and Sunday, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at 2811 Washington St. Admission is $3 per person, and children 7 and under are admitted free. Tour groups may be accommodated by special request, provided a volunteer is available. Visitors from all over the world visit and sign the guest book. The greatest compliments come from people who make a point of visiting museums wherever they go. Many say that the Julian Pioneer Museum is the best museum they have visited, regardless of size, and the volunteer staff is proud of that reputation. n David Lewis is president of the museum’s board of directors and operator of Historical Tours of Julian. Call the museum at 760-7650227 or visit www.julianpioneermuseum.org.
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Banner Queen Gallery Artwork by Robert Freeman and Julian artists Fri.-Sun., 1-5 • 36766 Hwy. 78 7 miles east of Julian 760-765-2168 Borrego Art Institute Desert and Southwestern art, emphasizing local artists Tues.-Sun., 11-4 • 760-767-5152 www.borregoartinstitute.org The Falcon Gallery Limited-edition prints, work by Julian artists and custom framing services. 2015A Main St. • 760-765-1509 Julian Jewel Box & Art Gallery 2125 Main St. • 760-765-1139 Julian Weaving Works Fiber Arts for the home and wearable art
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Julian’s Award-Winning
Fiber arts classes • Thurs.-Sun., 10-4 30352 Hwy. 78 • 760-765-1986 The Mitchell Studio Gallery Artwork by Charlotte Mitchell Fri.-Sun. 1-5 • 760-765-1102 www.themitchellstudio.co Santa Ysabel Art Gallery Exhibits of contemporary and traditional works Intersection of Hwys. 78 and 79 Santa Ysabel • Thurs.-Mon., 11-5 and by appt. • 760-765-1676 www.santaysabelgallery.com
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Galleries and Studios
Open by Appointment Grand Oaks Studio Collage, assemblage, mixed media, handmade books and mono prints by Helen Petre • 760-765-0346 See Music and Art continued on page 52
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Live Music Special Events
Julian Arts Chorale A concert of Americana music April 24, with cowboy music, folk songs and spirituals that celebrate the American spirit. • 760-765-2069. See Music and Art continued on page 54
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Julian Dance & Back Country Barbecue June 11, 2-10 pm, at Menghini Winery, 1150 Julian Orchards Dr. Presented by Sons of the American Legion Post 468. www.juliandance.org Julian Blues Bash June 18, from 11-7, at Menghini Winery,
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1150 Julian Orchards Dr. Presented for the 18th year by Robb Bower. www.robb-bowerpresents.com Julian Music Festival Sept. 17 at Menghini Winery, 1150 Julian Orchards Dr. In advance, adults $15, seniors $12, youth under 15 free with paid adult. At the gate, adults $20, seniors $18 Julian Lions Bluegrass Festival Sept. 17-18, from 10-6, at Frank Lane Park, 2656 Farmer Rd., featuring the headlining band, Loafers’ Glory.
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Jeremy’s on the Hill Entertainment Sat.-Mon. evenings at 4354 Hwy. 78. • 760-765-1587 www.jeremysonthehill.com Music at Julian Station Sun. live music 1-4 pm; wine, beer, hard cider and mead tasting rooms; outdoor barbecue. Julian Station • 4470 Hwy. 78. www.julianstation.com Music on the Mountain Julian Library, 1850 Hwy. 78 April 4: 6 pm, harpist Mair Rathburn April 16: 1 pm, Coterie Celi 12 cellists led by USD’s Angela Yueng May 3: 6 pm, singers and songwriters Jimmy Yessain and Jeff Kossack
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Wynola Pizza & Bistro Live entertainment Fri.-Sat., 6-9 pm, 4355 Hwy. 78. Music calendar www.wynolapizza.com 760-765-1004
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Activities ART GALLERIES See page 50 BIKING Julianactive Electric Bicycle Tours 760-765-1598 • www.julianactive.com R & B Bicycle Club • 760-765-1598 www.julianactive.com
BOATING/FISHING Lake Cuyamaca Recreation & Park District 760-765-0515 or 877-581-9904 5027 Hwy. 79 • www.lakecuyamaca.org Lake Henshaw • 760-782-3501 Campgrounds: 760-782-3487 26439 Hwy. 76 • www.lakehenshawresort.com
CARRIAGE RIDES Country Carriages • 760-765-1471 Corner Washington and Main Main Street Carriage • 760-504-2360 Corner of Washington and Main
Golfing
HIKES and TRAILS See page 66 HISTORIC SKITS, PERFORMANCE ARTS Julian Doves & Desperados Sundays at 1, 2 & 3 p.m. • Stage area on Main Street • 760-765-1857 Julian Triangle Club www.julianmelodrama.com
HORSEBACK RIDING Integrity Stables • 760-765-1662 www.integritystables.com Julian Stables • 760-473-3154 www.julianactive.com Splash of Passion • 619-473-0291 www.splashofpassion.us
INDIAN MISSION Santa Ysabel Asistencia Mission and Padre Gift Shop • 760-765-0810 23013 Hwy. 79
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Warner-Carrillo Ranch House • 619-297-9327 29181 San Felipe Rd., Warner Springs
MUSIC See page 53 Picnic Sites Cuyamaca Rancho State Park 760-765-0755 • 13652 Hwy. 79 Inaja Memorial Picnic Ground 619-297-7380 • Hwy. 78/79 Between Julian & Santa Ysabel William Heise County Park 760-765-0650 • 4945 Heise Park Rd. Jess Martin Park 858-694-3030 • 2955 Hwy. 79
WILDLIFE California Wolf Center • 760-765-0030 Hwy. 79, four miles south of Julian www.californiawolfcenter.org
Wine Tasting See page 10 Wine Tours Julian Backcountry Wine Tours www.californiaoverland.com • 760-767-1232
Visitor Center Julian Chamber of Commerce 760-765-1857 • 2129 Main St. www.julian-california.com Santa Ysabel Store & Backcountry Visitor Center 760-765-1270 • 30275 Hwy. 78, Santa Ysabel
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award-winning reenactment troupe. Audiences may see as many as three different family-oriented comedies, with free performances at 1, 2 and 3 p.m. n
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out of town. From there, the openair carrier travels around the backcountry with stops at three or four more wineries. Arrangements can be made to be picked up wherever you are staying in Julian. Passengers will receive discounts on purchases at the wineries, plus 20 percent off on any future tours booked with California Overland. In addition to the wine tours, Raffetto offers a wildflower tour through the picturesque Anza-Borrego Desert State Park from late February until early April. When the weather cools off, there are desert tours lasting two, four and eight hours. A celestial tour is led by noted astronomer Dennis Mammana, who also excels in photography. He knows where
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to take the best pictures on the outdoor photography field trips. Park Ranger Fred Jee leads the “Hollywood Meets Borrego” tours and points out areas of interest where movies were filmed over the years. Private Jeep tours also are available. Reservations are a must — call 760-767-1232. Visit www.california overland.com. n
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Just down the road at Julian Station are two more antique shops. Ariel’s Attic is run by Terry Tupta but the true “owner,” she says, is her pet pug, Ariel, who has been welcoming customers since it opened in 2012. Ariel’s Attic boasts a good selection of teddy bears, old and new glassware, collectibles and a lot of “pug stuff.” Cowboy Rendezvous, also in Julian Station, has a vast assortment of antiques and Western collectibles. Owner Thom Boulding specializes in Western and Native American memorabilia. He has repeat customers who make weekly treks to his shop from Los Angeles and Yuma, Ariz. Steer skulls, deer antlers, Indian artifacts, wagon wheels, peace pipes and dream catchers are high on the list. His shop also has a selection of antique furniture, and Boulding brings in new blankets from Texas on a regular basis. More antique shops are located along The Barn Vintage Marketplace Highway 78 on the way into Julian and in town. n
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18. Bailey-King House: 2124 Third Street u 19. F.L. Blanc Rental: Corner Third and C Streets u 20. Wilcox-Juch House: 2508 B Street - Residence u 21. Julian Elementary School: Second Street - Apartments 22. Thomas Strick Jr. Residence: Corner Main and C Streets - Residence 23. Cuyamaca Union High School: Residence 24. Julian Jail: Corner Fourth and C Streets u 25. Eagle/High Peak Mine: 2320 C Street 26. The Julian Pump House: Corner B and Third Street 27. F.L. Blanc Warehouse: 2607 C Street u 28. Hildreth House: 2020 Third Street u 29. Baptist Church Parsonage: Corner Second and C Street u 30. William Kettner House: 2116 Third Street 31. Baptist Church: Corner Third and B Street
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Native American jewelry, along with an assortment of rocks and minerals. Rustic Relics is the only antique shop in Santa Ysabel. Dudley’s Bakery attracts customers from around the world with its freshly baked specialty breads. Julian Weaving Works has handmade apparel as well as horse blankets. Santa Ysabel Art Gallery features works by prominent artists from around
the county. History abounds in Santa Ysabel General Store, which is now a museum operated by Save Our Heritage Organisation (SOHO). A smaller museum can be found just up the road on Highway 79 at the centuries-old Santa Ysabel Mission. On the business side, there is a gas station, convenience store, auto repair shop, self-storage units, real estate office and post office. n
Julian Grape Stomp Festa Wine Tasting from San Diego County Wineries
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area’s majestic mountain ranges. Green fees range from $45 to $65. If all those swings have worked up an appetite, stop by the Golf Grill at Warner Springs Ranch Resort. American and Mexican fare is available for breakfast, lunch and dinner, including Saint Louis barbecue ribs, chicken and steak fajitas, and a range of salads and soups. Men’s and women’s golf clubs are forming now. Visit www.warner springsgc.com. n
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Hikes & Trails
Hikes – William Heise County Park 4945 Heise Park Rd., Julian • 760-765-0650 www.sdcounty.ca.gov/parks/Camping/heise.html Canyon Oak Trail: 1.25 miles that connects to the Desert View Trail. Kelly Ditch Trail: 5.75 miles, great for walking or riding horses. Trail connects the park with Cuyamaca Rancho State Park and Lake Cuyamaca.
Hikes – Cuyamaca Rancho State Park Hwy. 79, 5 miles north of I-8 • 760-765-3020 www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=667 Trail maps and information are available at Paso Picacho and Green Valley Falls camp kiosks, 8-4 daily. Cuyamaca Peak: 3.5-mile hike from Paso Picacho at 5,000 feet to elevation of 6,512 feet. Views of deserts to the east, coast to the west and Lake Cuyamaca at the bottom. Paseo Nature Trail: Easy .5-mile loop, scenic and level. Indian Trail: Easy .75 mile one way. Well-marked trail to seasonal waterfall. Best in spring and early summer. Green Valley Falls Trail: Approximately 4.5-mile loop. Azalea Glen Loop Trail: Moderate 3.6 miles. Yearround stream. Native Kumeyaay grinding holes may be seen about .5 mile from trailhead. Juaquapin Trail: Moderate 3 miles, scenic loop climbing via East Site Trail with a steep return by Dyar Spring Trail. Conejo Spring Trail: Moderately strenuous 3.5 miles to summit. Rugged ascent over north shoulder of Cuyamaca Peak. Connects to paved road leading to summit. Descent to campground by paved fire road. Stonewall Peak Trail: Moderately strenuous round trip of 4 miles, 900 feet gain in elevation, 360-degree view at top. Oakzanita Peak Trail: Moderately strenuous 8-mile loop with 1,300 feet gain in elevation, and 5-mile loop with 1,200 feet gain in elevation.
Santa Ysabel Preserves Farmer Rd./Julian Orchards Dr. • 760-765-4098 www.co.san-diego.ca.us/parks/openspace/ Santa_Ysabel.html East: Farmer Staging: Take Hwy. 78/79 into Julian to Main Street. Going north, Main Street becomes Farmer Road. Go to Wynola Road and turn right, then left back onto Farmer Road. Pass Volcan Mountain Wilderness Preserve sign on right, preserve will be on the left about one mile from the Volcan sign. East: Hwy. 79 Trailhead: Take Hwy. 78 into Santa Ysabel. Turn north onto Hwy. 79. Trailhead is 1.5 miles north of Santa Ysabel, south of the Santa Ysabel Mission. West: Take Hwy. 78 to Santa Ysabel. Staging area is one mile west of Santa Ysabel on Hwy. 78 at Call Box 495. Volcan Mountain Preserve 1209 Farmer Rd./Wynola Rd. • 760-765-4098 Access: Take Hwy. 78/79 into Julian to Main Street, north. Enter at Hubbell Gateway. Open year-round, 8 am-sunset spring and summer. Summit open weekends only, April through November, 9 am-5 pm. Closed after rain or snow. Fire Road Trail: Moderate to strenuous. Length: 5 miles round trip to the summit. Description: Mixed conifer forest and grasslands. Bird’s-eye views of Julian, desert and coast. Pacific Crest Trail/Eagle Rock www.pcta.org/discover-the-trail/geography/ southern-california The Pacific Crest Trail from Mexico to Canada traverses the backcountry, including Laguna Mountains, Warner Springs and Anza-Borrego Desert State Park. Access to Eagle Rock is near Warner Springs fire station off Hwy. 79. n
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Getting Active in Ju lian bullhead catfish. The lake opens for fishing at 6 a.m., but anglers must check in at the tackle shop after 8 a.m. You’ll need a Lake Cuyamaca permit: children under 7 fish free with paying adult; ages 8 to 15 pay $4; 16 and older, $8; and seniors, disabled and military, $5. Those 16 and older also need a California State Fishing License. Oneday license is $14.86; two-day, $23.25; and annual, $46.44. Visit www.lakecuyamaca.org to find hints on catching fish and other important information.
Hiking
With more than a dozen trails, from easygoing to huffing and puffing, Julian offers trekkers lots of opportunities to get moving and enjoy nature. Wait for the sun to rise at Volcan Mountain, pack a picnic for the Santa Ysabel preserve, or toast the sunset at Cuyamaca Rancho State Park.
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Evan and Jazzmine Ashley at the Santa Ysabel Preserve.
Do you like to pick up the pace a bit? Some trails are suitable for mountain biking or horseback riding. See the Hikes and Trails listing in this issue of The Guide to Julian for information about parks and hikes in the Julian area. n
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Walk on the Wild Side at the Wolf Center
— Heidi Pankratz
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ulian is a wonderful place to enjoy apple pie, go antique shopping, take a hike up to a beautiful view of San Diego or explore a gold mine. But many visitors also make time for a wolf encounter. For hundreds of years, wolves have carried a bad reputation as scary, human-hunting villains. Is the “big bad wolf” really true? The California Wolf Center in Julian can offer some answers. Located four miles south of Main Street, the California Wolf Center is a nonprofit conservation center that hosts the critically endangered Mexican gray wolf and its larger cousin, the North American gray wolf. Visitors can learn all about these amazing creatures and maybe even see one up close. Because of the center’s remote location, you may also see other wildlife, such as ravens, coyotes, deer,
squirrels and rabbits — no two days are alike here. In California, the North American gray wolf, noted for its impressive stature and huge paws, has made an exciting comeback. After many years of being overhunted, wolves were eliminated from California in 1924. Now, as the population of this wolf species grows nationwide, wolves have begun moving from Oregon into Northern California. Rare and elusive, the Mexican gray wolf experienced a brush with extinction when the subspecies was overhunted to the point there were only seven unrelated individuals. The Species Survival Plan was launched in the 1970s to recover their numbers. As one of the largest breeding centers in this program, the California Wolf Center and has helped grow the global Mexican gray wolf population to 400. The center offers indoor presentations that include wolf biology and their history in the United States, and outside guided observation of two ambassador wolf packs. The center takes measures to keep its wolves as wild as possible. A viewing area allows guests to observe wolves as they would act in the wild. If you want to add adventure and get a little “wild” on your trip to Julian, give the center a call to reserve a tour. Heidi Pankratz serves as the California Wolf Center’s animal care manager. Reservations are required. Call 760-7650030 or visit www.californiawolfcenter.org. n
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Advertiser Index Activities/Attractions 2Create Gallery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 California Overland — Julian Backcountry Wine Tours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 California Wolf Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Integrity Stables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Julian Arts Guild . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Robb Bower’s Julian Blues Bash . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Julian Apple Days Festival . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Julian Chamber of Commerce . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Julian Grape Stomp Festa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Splash of Passion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Warner Springs Ranch Resort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Antiques Ariel’s Attic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Squash Blossom Trading Co. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Wynola Junction Antiques & Collectibles . . . . . . . 40 Bed & Breakfast/Lodging An Eagle in the Pines Cabin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Artists’ Loft Cabins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Butterfield Bed & Breakfast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Cathleen’s Country Cottage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Eaglenest Bed & Breakfast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Julian Country Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Julian Gold Rush Hotel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Julian Lodge Bed & Breakfast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Julian Pines Country Cottage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Julian Wagon Wheel Retreat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Lovely Julian Mountain Retreat, The . . . . . . . . . . 48 Orchard Hill Country Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Pine Hills Lodge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Pinezanita RV Park & Campgrounds . . . . . . . . . 43 Ramona Valley Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Wikiup Bed & Breakfast Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Professional Services Adobe Animal Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Autumn Insurance Agency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Dave’s Musical Entertainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Farmers Insurance, Amber Ramirez . . . . . . . . . . 60 Kamps Propane . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Malcolm J. Boykin, D.D.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Photos by Albie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Ramona Disposal Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Ramona/Julian Academy of Dance . . . . . . . . . . 59
Real Estate Services Mountain Farms Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Oak Tree Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Orchard Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Sage Real Estate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Restaurant/Treats/Grocery Amici Pizza Pasta & Subs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Apple Alley Bakery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Apple Country Restaurant, The . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Buffalo Bill’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Cuyamaca Lake Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Granny’s Kitchen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Jeremy’s on the Hill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Julian Café and Bakery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Julian Candy Basket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Julian Cider Mill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Julian Pie Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Julian Tea & Cottage Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Miner’s Diner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Mom’s Pies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Mr. Manitas Taco Bar & Fruteria . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Poncho Villa’s Mexican Food & Pizza . . . . . . . . . 24 Rong Branch Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Soups & Such Café . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Warner Springs Ranch Resort Golf Grill . . . . . . . . 65 Wynola Pizza & Bistro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Shopping/Retail Birdwatcher, The . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Crossroads Treasures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Eccentric Ape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Falcon Gallery, The . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Flowers by Lani . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Geppetto’s Clocks & Candles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Hog Heaven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Julian Bookhouse, The . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Julian Jewel Box & Art Gallery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Julian Mountain Emporium . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Julian Station. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Ariel’s Attic, Cowboy Rendezvous, Golden Coast Mead, Julian Hard Cider, Julian Wine & Chocolate Tasting Room, Mini & Me, Mr. Manitas Taco Bar & Fruteria, The Cooler, Yogi Picnic Baskets Julian Weaving Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Kat’s Yarn & Craft Cottage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Kathy’s Dress Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Mind, Body & Spirit Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
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Looking Ahead
ulian is the perfect place to get away and enjoy colorful fall foliage, warm cider, hot apple pie and maybe some snowy winter days. Make a point to visit Julian and enjoy these popular events. The much-loved Julian Melodrama brings laughs to audiences year after year. The production is highly entertaining, with the antics of the Triangle Club Chorus, junior cancan dancers, cowboy chorus, and the hero, heroine and villain. Performances take place most weekends in October at Julian Town Hall. Visit www.julianmelodrama.com. As the fall days begin to take on a golden hue, artists and art lovers get ready for the Open Studios Tour Oct. 15 and 16, when guests are invited into the private studios where artists
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create their breathtaking pieces. Visit www.julianartsguild.org. On Nov. 26, ‘tis time to light the community Christmas tree and enjoy the merry season with true Julian charm at the Julian Country Christmas and Tree Lighting celebration at Pioneer Museum Park. Musical acts and dance troupes entertain, carolers stroll through town and a living Nativity is staged. Shortly after the tree is lit, Santa Claus arrives on a fire truck, to the delight of all. Visit www.julian-california.com/to-see-do/ special-events/country-christmas. Seasonal events continue in December, with the much-anticipated Julian Woman’s Club Holiday Home Tour and the Julian Community Choir’s heartwarming presentation of Handel’s Messiah in Town Hall. n Photo by Carol Kinney
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Mountain Gypsy, The . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Odd Impulse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Pistols & Petticoats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Quinn Knives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Warm Hearth, The . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Wynola Country Garden . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Wynola Junction Trains and Toys . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Wineries/Breweries/Tasting Rooms Blue Door Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Julian Backcountry Wine Tours . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Julian Hard Cider . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Julian Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Menghini Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Nickel Beer Co. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 North Mountain Wine Trail, The . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Emerald Creek Winery, Hawk Watch Winery, La Serenissima Vineyards & Winery, Shadow Mountain Vineyards & Winery, Sierra Roble Winery & Vineyard Pamo Valley Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 The Cooler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Volcan Mountain Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
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Julian Chamber of Commerce 2129 Main St. • Julian, CA 92036
760-765-1857
www.julianca.com chamber@julianca.com host of activities awaits you in Julian. The historic mountain community offers A abundant outdoor recreation, a wide variety of dining and shopping, quaint B&Bs, and cultural events throughout the year, answering the call of those looking to experience a sense of what life was like during its famous Gold Rush.
A TASTE OF JULIAN Saturday, April 9 • 1-5 pm
Embark on a self-guided culinary tour of some of Julian’s finest restaurants, wineries and breweries and sample the many delights Julian has to offer. Enjoy an Art Walk featuring original artwork by talented local and regional artists in conjunction with the Julian Arts Guild at select locations. Tickets to this popular event are limited.
WILDFLOWER SHOW
May 4-7, Town Hall • 10 am - 4 pm
See the bounty of wildflowers collected from around the region by the Julian Woman’s Club. The flowers have been hand-picked from private properties in the local mountains and deserts and put on display at Town Hall for 90 years. Each spring brings a different mix of flowers, depending on the weather. Free admission.
JULIAN GOLD RUSH DAYS June 25-26
Celebrate the discovery of gold in this mountain community with a weekend of entertainment including gold panning, tomahawk throwing demonstrations, historic skits, candle dipping and more. Held at the Julian Mining Company in Wynola, the old-fashioned mining camp will offer, vendors, an arts and crafts market, food and drink, a petting zoo, children’s pioneer games, face painting, free parking and plenty of family fun.
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