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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
[ SOLD for $205,000 — 2/25/2011 ] This Wood Streets cottage has 3 bedrooms (bonus room being used as master bedroom) and one bathroom, and home is almost 1400 square feet! The original hardwood floors throughout have been recently refinished. The kitchen is original (historic enthusiasts rejoice!) with tile countertops, lots of cabinetry, a brand new gas…
[ SOLD for $360,000 — 1/05/2011 ] Where do we begin….. Be prepared to fall in love with this historic craftsman home that was designed by G. Stanley Wilson (architect of the famous Mission Inn) in beautiful downtown Riverside, specifically located in the Heritage Heights Historic District! This turn-of-the-century historic masterpiece evokes charm and true craftsmanship. Enjoy the peaceful…
[ SOLD for $110,000 — 3/9/2012 ] Such an adorable and TURNKEY manufactured home on foundation with no homeowners association or mello roos. Three bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and approximately 1350 sq ft make this an open and bright floor plan with tile entry, cathedral ceilings, cheery kitchen with dishwasher and gas cook top, indoor laundry, central air/heat, and…
[ SOLD for $190,000 — 9/13/2010 ] Superb value on this 1920’s Craftsman with 3 bedrooms, 2 remodeled bathrooms with custom tile, updated kitchen with new tile floor and appliances, new paint in and out, new central air/heat, new plush carpet, and a large walk-in closet in master bedroom suite. Approximately 1120 sq ft. Mature shade trees and…
