One of the best parts about summer on the mountain is that you don’t have to plan very hard to find something to do.

A quick walk through the Village, a farmers market stop, a concert by the lake, a morning hike, or an evening on a restaurant patio can easily fill an entire weekend.

This week brings another strong lineup of local events, warm weather, and a few signs that the busy summer season is officially underway.

Let’s get into it.

Summer weather continues across the mountain communities with warm afternoons and comfortable evenings.

Thursday (June 11)
High: 76° | Low: 50°
Sunny and pleasant.

Friday (June 12)
High: 79° | Low: 53°
Warm with mostly clear skies.

Saturday (June 13)
High: 81° | Low: 55°
The warmest day of the week.

Sunday (June 14)
High: 78° | Low: 52°
Sunny with light afternoon breezes.

Mountain take:
This is a lake weekend. Expect plenty of people out enjoying the water, trails, patios, and outdoor events.

Thursday – June 11

• Twin Peaks Farmers Market - 26012 CA-189, Twin Peaks, CA 92391
2:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Local produce, baked goods, and vendors.

Friday – June 12

• Live Music at Black Dog Social Club - 33231 Green Valley Lake Rd, Green Valley Lake, CA 92341
7:00 PM
Enjoy live music and good drinks at Black Dog Social Club

• Lake Arrowhead Summer Concert Series - Lake Arrowhead Village
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Summer Concert Series featuring - Pyromania (Def Leppard Tribute)

• The Market at Lake Gregory - Concert Series - 24685 San Mortiz, Crestline Ca 92325
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Summer Concert and Market. Market, Food and Beverages - 4-8. Concert runs 5-8 featuring Michael Gonzales

Saturday – June 13

• Running Springs Farmers Market and Artisan Faire - 2645 Whispering Pines Drive, Running Springs Ca
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Running Springs Farmers Market and Artisan Faire is back for the season! Come enjoy local vendors, live music and more!

• Antique and Classic Wooden Boat and Woodie Car Show - Lake Arrowhead Village
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Admire the classic wooden boats on display at the docks. Cars will be in the lower parking lot.
$5 for boat show
Free for car show

• Community Emergency Response Team Training - San Bernardino County Fire Station 91 - 301 CA- 173 Lake Arrowhead Ca, 92352
08:00 AM – 5:00 PM
FREE CERT 3-Day
Basic Training Includes: Disaster Preparedness, Cert Organization, Disaster Medical Operations, Disaster Psychology, Fire Safety and Utility controls, Light Search & Rescue, Terrorism Awareness, Course Review and Disaster Simulation. Register here

• Lake Arrowhead Summer Concert Series - Lake Arrowhead Village
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Summer Concert Series featuring - One Drop redemption (Bob Marley Tribute)

• Blue Jay Craft Fair - 27315 N bay Road, Blue Jay Ca 92317
9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Come Check out local crafts at the Blue Jay Craft Fair. Located in the US Bank Parking lot next to Grocery Outlet.

• First Dibs Comedy at Lake Arrowhead Brewing - 329 Villa, Lake Arrowhead Ca 92352
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Come get first dibs on the freshest comedy around. Featuring Nori Reed, Ashley Ray, Kate Zasowski, and Blair Nichols. Hosted by Janeva Zentz

Tickets are $10 at the door

Sunday – June 14

• Rim of the World Farmers Market- 27400 Rim of the World Highway, Lake Arrowhead, Ca 92352
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Rim of the World Farmers Market is back for the season! Come enjoy local produce, baked goods, and vendors.

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Some places become local favorites because they feel like they’ve always been part of the community. Heart Rock Diner is one of those spots.

Located in the Valley of Enchantment, Heart Rock Diner has become a go-to destination for locals, weekend visitors, hikers, and anyone looking for a classic mountain breakfast or comfort-food lunch.

Known for:

• Generous breakfast portions
• Homemade comfort food
• Friendly small-town service
• Family-friendly atmosphere
• Convenient location near Lake Gregory

Whether you’re fueling up before a hike, grabbing breakfast with family, or meeting friends for a casual meal, Heart Rock Diner delivers the kind of experience that keeps people coming back.

As summer activity picks up around Lake Gregory and Crestline, it’s a great local spot to add to your list if you haven’t visited recently.

With summer arriving and visitor numbers increasing each week, Lake Arrowhead Village businesses are preparing for one of their busiest stretches of the year.

Restaurants, retailers, boat tour operators, and event organizers are all gearing up for increased traffic heading into Father’s Day, summer concerts, and the July 4th holiday period.

Visitors can expect:

• Expanded outdoor dining
• Summer concert crowds
• Increased lake activity
• More weekend events
• Heavier parking demand

For locals, it’s another reminder that summer tourism season is officially underway.

If you’re planning a Village visit this summer, arriving earlier in the day can help avoid the busiest parking periods.

A few current opportunities around the mountain:

Mountain Meals on Wheels
Drivers are needed to support Mountain Meals on Wheels. Learn more here.

Crest Lodge Historic Mountain Inn
Housekeeping team members are needed! Apply in person at 23508 Lake Drive, Crestline, Ca 92325

Rim of the World Unified School District
Substitute teachers, aides, and support staff. Explore opportunities here.

Lake Arrowhead Resort & Spa
Hospitality and guest services roles available.

Mountain Community Hospital
Healthcare and administrative positions open.

If your business is hiring, reply and I’ll include it next week.

I’m continuing to open a limited number of Featured Partner spots for local businesses looking to reach a growing mountain audience.

This includes:
• Featured placement in the newsletter
• Dedicated business spotlight
• Facebook promotion
• Exposure to highly engaged local readers

If interested, just reply to this email and I’ll send over details.

One thing I’ve been using lately, especially with warmer weather, hikes, yard work, and long days outside, is LMNT electrolytes.

No sugar, easy to throw in a water bottle, and honestly a huge help for staying hydrated up here.

If you want to check them out, here’s my link:

http://elementallabs.refr.cc/default/u/timothyhoh

Just figured I’d share since a lot of us are spending more time outside this time of year.

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See you up the hill,

See you up the hill,
Tim Hoh
Publisher, The Mountain Weekly