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• Winery Registration

  • Start
    Sun, March 07, 2021
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    6:00 AM (PST)
  • End
    Sun, August 01, 2021
  •  
    5:00 PM (PDT)
  • Location
    Idyllwild, California 92549
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  WINERIES ARE INVITED TO REGISTER FOR THE 23RD ANNUAL

  ART WALK & WINE TASTING (AWWT)

  We are optimistic that this event will take place.  At this stage, we are only asking for your interest in participating.  We acknowledge that things may change.   We are flexible.

  The AWWT is the AAI's main fundraising event.  We generally expect 1,000-1,200 visitors to Idyllwild for this event.  Beautiful scenery, Artist booths and live music make this a memorable and enjoyable experience.

  In exchange for your donation of 4 cases of wine for pouring, the AAI offers the following:

  • 2 nights accommodation in a double occupancy room (or other suitable accommodation if available).
    
  • An invitation to a VIP champagne brunch on Sunday morning, October 10, from 9am to 2pm.
    
  • Two tickets to the event or as needed.
    
  • Set up at the event to include a popup, tables and table cloths, coolers with ice, water pitchers to rinse wine glasses, bottled water, 2 chairs.
    
  • A Winery Gift Bag
  • An opportunity to sell your wine with the appropriate license.
    
  • An opportunity to put your marketing material into the 1,000 to 1,200 gift bags
  • Publicity posters and postcards

  Key Dates:

  • Provide initial interest in participating by April 15, 2021
    
  • Registration by August 1, 2021 to include details of accommodation plans, number of VIP Brunch invitations, names and contact details of representatives and any special requests.
    
  • Marketing material to the AAI by September 15, 2021
    
  • Set up on October 9, 2021 starting at 12:45pm.
    

  In the meantime, if you have any questions, please contact artinidyllwild@gmail.com or call Donna Elliot at 562 822 5479 

  We look forward to welcoming you to Idyllwild for this awesome event!

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Pop Up Art Fairs

  • Start
    Sat, May 01, 2021
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    11:00 AM (PDT)
  • End
    Sat, November 27, 2021
  •  
    4:00 PM (PST)
  • Location
    26364 Saunders Meadow Road

  
  

  AAI Artists will set up their booths outside of the AAI Gallery offering a wide range of art and creative gifts.  

  Contact Rob Padilla on 951.692.6135 if you are interested in setting up a popup from 11am (or earlier) to 4pm on a Saturday or Sunday.

  Here's the deal

  • You must have an AAI Artist membership
    
  • You must have a Seller's Permit
    
  • If you set up your own popup, art displays and process your own sales, all sales proceeds to the artist (no commission to the AAI)
  • If you use the AAI's seller's permit or process  your sales through the AAI payment system, all sales attract a 10% commission to the AAI
  • Any sales processed through the AAI will be paid to the Artist within 3 weeks of the event, less the 10% commission.  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• 2021 Herd Gathering

  • When
    Sat, May 15, 2021
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    1:00 PM - 3:00 PM (PDT)
  • Location
    Idy Park in the middle of Idyllwild

  
  

  With the support of the Ruth & Joseph C Reed Foundation, the AAI purchased 14 new deer:  bucks, does and fawns.  Local students and their families are painting them.  We plan to hold a "herd gathering" to showcase the new additions to the painted herd before they are installed in their various locations.  

  Saturday, May 15, 2021 from 1-3pm in Idy Park.  

  We are hopeful that the pandemic will be under control by then but, if not, the event will be postponed.  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• PopUp Art Booth on May 29, 2021

  • When
    Sat, May 29, 2021
  •  
    11:00 AM - 4:00 PM (PDT)
  • Location
    ICC Property
  • Spaces left
    5
  • Registered
    2 registrants

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  THE AAI WILL HAVE A DOUBLE BOOTH

  AT THE SATURDAY MOUNTAIN MARKET

  ON THE ICC PROPERTY

  
  

  The AAI is setting up a double booth at the Saturday Mountain Market.  There is limited space and so participation is on a first come first serve basis. 

  Here's the deal:

  • The AAI will charge 10% commission on all sales.  All sales will be put through the AAI's payment system.  Checks for Artists' sales (90%) will be mailed within a week of the event.
  • Participating Artists are expected to bring your art to the Mountain Market and help with set up and tear down.  If necessary, you may be asked to do a sales shift at the event.  
  • Hanging Art Artists will have a double panel to display their art.  The number of pieces will depend on the size you choose to exhibit.  
  • All artwork must have the artist name, titles, medium and prices.  
  • Artists are encouraged to bring their marketing materials.
  • When you register, you acknowledge the AAI's conditions for liability, click here to download Limited Liability Waiver.doc

  
  

   If have questions email artinidyllwild@gmail.com

  or call 951 692 6135

  
  

  
  

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• Call of the Wyld Music & Art Festival

  • When
    Sat, August 28, 2021
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    12:00 PM - 7:00 PM (PDT)
  • Location
    Town Hall, 25925 Cedar Street, Idyllwild 92549

  
  

  This event features live music by local musicians, artist booths, refreshments food and family fun.  Bring a picnic, enjoy the entire day!

  Details of the lineup to follow.

  This event is contingent upon the pandemic being under control and the ability to hold large events in the county.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• 2021 Art Walk & Wine Tasting - Register for notice when ticket sales open!

  • When
    Sat, October 09, 2021
  •  
    11:00 AM - 5:00 PM (PDT)
  • Location
    Idyllwild, California

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  Due to the Corona Virus Pandemic, the 2020 Art Walk & Wine Tasting Event has been cancelled.

  SAVE THE DATE FOR 2021!!!

  We look forward to welcoming you to Idyllwild for an even more spectacular event in 2021.  It is an all day art experience followed by an afternoon of wine.  

  Mark your calendar for the biggest fundraiser of the year!  The money raised funds art scholarships, art exhibitions, drama, music, film productions, dance, visual and public art.

  Please check out our Patron Inns to book your accommodation early.  This is a popular event and our inns fill up quickly.

  Come and enjoy award-winning wines from our Patron Wineries

  The ticket price for non-AAI members is $35 and includes the wine tasting, a keepsake wine glass, live music, nibbles of cheese, grapes and crackers, a free shuttle and a gift bag.  The price for AAI members and groups over 15 is $30.  All prices increase on September 15, 2021 so be sure to get your tickets early.  

  Ticket sales are limited so don't miss out!

  Become an AAI "Art Lover" and receive discounts on all AAI events.  Click Join or Renew Membership!

  Click the register button if you want to receive notice when tickets sales open for our October 9th event.    If you have any questions, email Donna Elliot at artinidyllwild@gmail.com.

  
  

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