Father’s Day weekend is here, and the mountain is showing off.

The weather is looking just about perfect, local events are filling up the calendar and it’s one of those weekends that reminds you why so many choose to call this place home.

Whether you’re celebrating Dad with breakfast by the lake, spending time out on the trails, catching a concert or simply enjoying a slower pace with family and friends, there are plenty of ways to make the most of the weekend.

We’ve rounded up the events, weather, news and community happenings to help you plan your next few days on the mountain.

Let’s get into it.

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A classic early-summer mountain weekend is ahead.

Thursday (June 18)
High: 70° | Low: 52°
Sunny and pleasant.

Friday (June 19)
High: 69° | Low: 51°
Warm with clear skies.

Saturday (June 20)
High: 70° | Low: 51°
One of the warmest days so far this month.

Sunday (June 21)
High: 69° | Low: 51°
Mostly sunny with light afternoon breezes.

Mountain take:
This is the kind of forecast that fills patios, hiking trails, beaches, and farmers markets. Don’t be surprised if parking around popular spots gets a little competitive.

Thursday – June 18

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

• Mountain Monthly Mixer - 23798 Lake Drive Crestline, Ca 92325
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Come collaborate with other business owners. Enjoy engaging networking, share about your business and collaborate with other mountain business operators

Friday – June 19

• 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 - Petty and The Heartshakers (Tom Petty Tribute)

• The Market at Lake Gregory - 24658 San Mortiz Drive, Crestline Ca 92325
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Summer concert and market.
Market 4-8
Concert 5-8 - TBD
Food and Beverage- 4-8

Saturday – June 20

• 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!

• 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 - The Curse (The Cure Tribute) & Strangeways (The Smiths & Morrissey 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.

• A Summer Faire in The Garden - Green Valley Lake
10:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Come celebrate Green Valley Lake's Centennial!
11AM - Strut Your Mutt Pet Parade and Talent Show
1-330 - Music, Pie Festival and Vendors

• Summer Solstice Market - 27241 CA-189 Blue Jay, Ca 92317
112:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Celebrate the start of summer with an afternoon of community, connection, and local shopping at our summer solstice market. Gather with friends, support local artists, and enjoy the season while discovering unique goods, thoughtful Fathers Day gifts and the creativity that our community has to offer.

• Fantasy Forest Skate Nights at SkyPark - 28950 CA-18 Skyforest, Ca 92385
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Come enjoy a fun concert in the trees.
Music by Heartthrob Hits - Boy Band Music

Sunday – June 21

• 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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While we’re still a couple weeks away from Independence Day, preparations are already underway across the mountain for one of the busiest weekends of the year.

Local organizations, businesses, and community groups are coordinating celebrations, events, increased staffing, and visitor services as thousands of visitors are expected to head up the mountain for the holiday.

Officials are reminding residents to begin planning ahead for:

• Increased traffic
• Limited parking in popular areas
• Higher visitor volume
• Holiday event schedules

The Fourth of July remains one of the largest tourism weekends of the year for Lake Arrowhead, Crestline, Running Springs, and surrounding communities.

More event announcements are expected over the next few weeks.

Be on the lookout for a special edition of The Mountain Weekly that outlines ALL of the 4th of July events across the mountain.

A few current opportunities around the mountain:

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.

Special 4th of July Weekend Guide coming on June 29th. If you’re hosting an event, promotion, or special offer during the holiday weekend, now is the time to get it included.

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.

If you enjoyed this, consider forwarding it to a neighbor or friend who lives (or plays) on the mountain.

And remember—this newsletter is for the community.

Reply anytime with events, photos, jobs, local news, or updates you think others would appreciate.

See you up the hill,

Tim Hoh
Publisher, The Mountain Weekly