A lot of weekends on the mountain feel busy. This one feels like summer officially showed up.

The lakes are getting crowded again, patio season is fully back, and every community from Crestline to Green Valley Lake seems to have something happening. You can feel the shift this time of year with longer nights, more visitors, and locals starting to spend more time outside again.

Whether you’re looking for live music, markets, family events, or just an excuse to grab coffee and walk around the Village, this weekend has a little bit of everything.

Let’s get into it.

A late-season cold system is moving through the mountains this week, bringing much cooler temperatures, gusty winds, and even the possibility of light snow at the higher elevations overnight.

Most mountain communities should mainly see cold rain showers and cloudy conditions, while areas above roughly 6,500–7,000 feet could briefly see a rain/snow mix late Wednesday into Thursday morning.

Thursday (May 28)
High: 54° | Low: 31°
Cloudy and chilly with scattered morning showers.

Friday (May 29)
High: 59° | Low: 34°
Improving conditions with clouds clearing through the day.

Saturday (May 30)
High: 69° | Low: 43°
Finally warming back up with sunshine returning.

Sunday (May 31)
High: 76° | Low: 48°
Sunny and much more like a normal late-May mountain weekend.

Mountain take:
This weekend starts feeling more like March than May — but conditions improve quickly by Saturday afternoon. If you’re heading out early in the weekend, pack layers and expect cold evenings.

Thursday – May 28

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

Friday – May 29

• 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 - The Morgan Wallen Experience - Morgan Wallen Tribute Band

Saturday – May 30

• 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!

• St. Richard’s - Neighbors in Harmony - 28708 CA-18, Skyforest, Ca 92385
02:00 PM – 5:00 PM
St Richard’s invites you to a concert by pianist John Reith. The theme will be Neighbors in Harmony.

• Lake Arrowhead Summer Concert Series - Lake Arrowhead Village
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Summer Concert Series featuring - The Spazmatics (80’s Cover Band)

• The Maltese Falcon - Tudor House 800 Arrowhead Villa Road, Lake Arrowhead, Ca 92352
5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
The Maltese Falcon, adapted from the novel by Dashiell Hammett, is a fast-moving tale of intrigue, betrayal, and obsession. Join us at the Tudor House for a staged production that pulls you straight into the heart of classic film noir-where nothing is as it seems, and trust can be deadly.

Sunday – May 31

• 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 mountain businesses become local staples because they simply get the atmosphere right, and Higher Grounds Coffee House is one of those places.

Located in Crestline, Higher Grounds has become a popular stop for locals looking for:
• Quality coffee drinks
• Relaxed mountain atmosphere
• Breakfast and light bites
• Outdoor seating
• A quiet place to meet up or work remotely

It’s especially good in the mornings before the crowds build, and it’s one of those spots that feels equally welcoming whether you’re stopping in for five minutes or staying awhile.

With warmer weather finally sticking around, outdoor coffee spots across the mountain are starting to fill up again — and this is definitely one worth checking out.

Lake Gregory officials have announced expanded summer recreation activities as the mountain heads into its busiest tourism season.

In addition to the water park reopening schedule, visitors can expect:
• Extended lake activity hours
• More weekend recreation programming
• Increased kayak and paddleboard rentals
• Seasonal family events throughout the summer

Officials are also encouraging visitors to arrive early on weekends due to expected parking demand and increased visitor traffic around Crestline.

For many locals, it’s another sign that the summer season is fully ramping up across the mountain communities.

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.

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,
Tim Hoh
Publisher, The Mountain Weekly