Happy Veterans Day
November 11, 2010
A day of celebration to honor America’s veterans for their patriotism, love of country, and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good.
Photo taken at the Evergreen Memorial Historic Cemetery today, Thursday, November 11th in memory of past, present and future Veterans!
We thank you profoundly, Veterans!
Candlelight Vigil for Slain Police Officer
November 10, 2010
The community will come together to show support, honor and respect for Police Officer Ryan Bonaminio who was killed in the line of duty, while protecting our community on Sunday, November 5, 2010 in Riverside, California.
“In the Spirit of Ryan” will commence on Veteran’s Day, Thursday, November 11, 2010 at 6:00 p.m. at the “Safe in His Arms” memorial statue located in front of the Riverside Police Department at 4102 Orange Street, Riverside, CA 92501.
Please join us in honoring the spirit of Ryan Bonaminio, a four year veteran of the Riverside Police Department and a United States Army Veteran of two tours of Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Parking in the downtown area after 5:00 p.m. is free.
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The funeral service for Riverside Police Officer Ryan P. Bonaminio will be held on Tuesday, November 16, 2010. The service will commence at 10:00 a.m. at The Grove Community Church located at 19900 Grove Community Drive, Riverside, CA 92508. Pastor Tom Lance will officiate the services.
Interment will follow at the Riverside National Cemetery, 22495 Van Buren Blvd, Riverside, CA 92518.
Daylight Saving Time
November 5, 2010
The saying “spring forward, fall back” reminds people to turn their clocks ahead in the spring, and turn them back again in the fall.
Don’t forget to turn your clocks back one hour at 2 a.m. on Sunday November 7, 2010 (actually, Saturday night before you go to bed)!
This is also a good time (well maybe not at 2 a.m. in the morning) to check the batteries in your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Also check the clocks in your computers, DVD players and microwaves in case they don’t automatically adjust.
Children’s Adventure in the Gardens
November 5, 2010
Kids! Go on a nature walk in the UCR Botanic Gardens. Learn about the plants and animals that live in these places. Keep your eyes open for natural treasures. You can use them in a special craft project at the end of the walk. Make sure you pick up your name tag and treasure bag when you check in.
Join us for the first ever Adventure in the Gardens, created by educators especially for children. Kids 5 years old and up are invited. The adventure begins at 9:30 a.m. and goes until about 11:00 a.m.
When: Saturday, November 6, 2010
9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Where: UCR Botanic Gardens
Click here for directions
Admission: The fee is $5 for Friends of UCRBG Member family and $10 for non-member families (plus a nominal parking fee in the Gardens parking lot).
For more information, please call 951-295-1887.
Incredible BULK Event
November 4, 2010
C.U.R.E. is a program that focuses on promoting the value of having a clean city, raising consciousness of litter habits, and improving overall community pride and involvement.
As part of its C.U.R.E. campaign, the city hosts periodic bulky item and electronic waste collection events for items too large to fit into residential trash containers.
If you show proof that you are a Riverside resident (bring your City of Riverside utility bill), you can DROP IT OFF FOR FREE! Drop what off??? Bulky items like refrigerators, microwaves, furniture, washing machines, electronic waste (computers, televisions, etc.), yard waste, tires (no rims) and oil. Sorry, but NO hazardous waste* will be accepted.
WHEN: Saturday, November 6, 2010
WHERE: Agua Mansa Transfer Station at 1830 Agua Mansa Road
DIRECTIONS: From the 91 Frwy, take 60 Frwy West and exit Market St,
slight right at Market St and drive 1.4 miles,
then turn right at Agua Mansa Road (facility will be on the left).
And please remember to cover your truckload, per DMV requirements, on your drive to the drop-off site.
*For additional information on discarding household hazardous waste, please contact Riverside County Waste Management at (951) 486-3200.
VOTE!
November 2, 2010
Please get out there today and VOTE! Your vote counts! If you’re still undecided, there is still time to read about the candidates and propositions.
Click here to read the California Official Voter Information Guide. This guide contains impartial analyses of the law and potential costs to taxpayers, and there are arguments in favor of and against ballot measures prepared by proponents and opponents.
Click here to find out where your polling place is. There is still time to…
VOTE!
VOTE!
VOTE!
Happy Halloween!
October 30, 2010
Hope everyone has as much fun this Halloween as we did at our raging Halloween party back in 2008 here in the Wood Streets neighborhood!
Our friend Tom built the electric chair above and it was the hit of the party! He purchased some kind of various colored “e-wires” online and hooked them to a tiny transformer, and then connected that to a homemade 12-volt battery box with switches that made the wires glow. The wires were then suspended using invisible fishing line. I used a tripod to take the photos to avoid harsh flashes. The metal helmet had real electrodes attached to it for appearances sake. Party guests took turns having their photos taken while sitting on the simple wooden chair. A good time was had by all!
Our Halloween wish this year is for everyone to have fun, but be safe!
And don’t eat too much candy!
A Celebration To Die For
October 30, 2010
This fun, multicultural event, aptly entitled “A Celebration To Die For” is a benefit to raise money for the restoration of the Evergreen Historic Memorial Cemetery here in beautiful Riverside.
Saturday, October 30, 2010
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
$10/person
$25/family
Enjoy the Phantom Coaches Hearse Club, skeleton face painting by Oasis Arts, refreshments from The Honey Doers, dancing with the Jazz Funeral Procession, and finally, take a paranormal tour with Full Tech Paranormal Investigations.
Evergreen Cemetery lies at the foot of Mount Rubidoux and was founded in 1872. There are more than 27,000 beings interred on this site, many of regional and national significance. More than 1,500 lie in the historic portion of Evergreen.
Efforts to restore Evergreen began in 2003 by The Honorable Victor Miceli. The Evergreen Memorial Historic Cemetery Board of Directors is committed to realizing Judge Miceli’s vision by completing the restoration and fully funding the endowment.
Remember, a whole family, or a bunch of friends, can get in for $25! Feel free to come in costume also!
See you there!
Pumpkin Patches and More…
October 29, 2010
Whether you are a kid, have a kid, or are a kid at heart, you may want to spend some time at a local pumpkin patch this season. Most patches and/or farms offer much more than just pumpkins! There are mazes, gift shops, petting zoos, train rides, food, picnic areas, etc. Some pumpkin patches and farms stay open well into November, so there’s still time!!
Check out these Southern California locations:
- The Pumpkin Patch: Genuine outdoor farm experience with you-pick pumpkins, gift shop, pony rides, jumpers, corn maze, ATV train ride, and special events each week at 32335 Live Oak Canyon Rd., Redlands (10 Fwy and Live Oak Canyon Rd.) until Oct 31st. Sun-Wed 9-6, Thu-Sat 9-9. Free admission and parking (909) 795-8733.
- The Pumpkin Factory: Family farm pumpkins, inflatable rides, bungee, face painting, snack bar, game booths, petting zoo at 1545 Circle City Drive, Corona (15 Fwy and Magnolia Ave). Mon-Thu 12-9, Fri 12-10, Sat 10-10, Sun 10-9. Free admission/parking (800) 719-4420.
- Rileys at Los Rios Rancho: Follows organic methods, pick-your-own apples and pumpkins, horse-drawn hay rides, cider mill, gift shop, refreshment stand, picnic area, ornamental corn and gourds at 39611 Oak Glen Road in Oak Glen. Open year round, 7 days a week 9-5. (909) 797-1005.
The photo above is of Brooklynn at the Live Oak Canyon Pumpkin Patch last weekend. We didn’t have time to walk the corn maze, but maybe next year because it looked like it would be so much fun!
Go to pumpkinpatchesandmore.org for state-by-state listings of pumpkin patches, corn mazes and other autumn fun.
SPAGHETTI SAVES LIVES???
October 24, 2010
The 1st Annual Spay-ghetti Dinner
Animal lovers and “foodies” alike are invited to a scrumptious spaghetti dinner for a great cause! The Mary S. Roberts’ LIFELINE Spay/Neuter Subsidy Program provides low income pet owners the opportunity to get their cats and dogs spayed or neutered at a very low cost. The more pets that are serviced through this program will lessen the overwhelming number of homeless pets in our community! Help with this problem by becoming a part of the solution!
For a $10 donation, you will receive dinner and a raffle ticket to win a great prize!
When: Sunday, October 24, 2010
Where: Elks Lodge 643, 6166 Brockton Avenue
Time: 5:00 – 8:00 p.m.
5 pm, 6 pm or 7 pm seatings
To purchase tickets or for more info, contact Leslie at 951-688-4340 ext. 315 or visit www.petsadoption.org.
Mary S. Roberts Pet Adoption Center (formerly the Riverside Humane Society) is a non-profit 501(c)3. Your donation is tax deductible.
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