Memorial Day is a United States federal holiday that commemorates United States soldiers who died while in the military service. First enacted to honor Union soldiers of the American Civil War, it was extended after World War I to honor Americans who have died in all wars. During this long weekend, we should all be…
Today, Saturday, May 14, 2011 is the 20th Annual Riverside Vintage Home Tour from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. which is organized by The Old Riverside Foundation. The tour will feature six historic homes, including the Ames-Westbrook House, an 1888 Queen Victorian home, which is also a Riverside Historic Landmark! Tickets are $18 the day…
It’ll be a day at the races for dog lovers in the Inland Empire as Sunny Oasis Rescue presents Wienerfest: Wieners-n-Wheels 2011! Not only will you see Dachshund races which begin at 11 am, there will also be a custom car show, musical entertainment, canine costume contest, fabulous food booths, and a variety of vendors. Dogs will be available for…
Wind, rain, snow, sleet, extreme heat … nothing prevents us from holding an open house! Talk about dedication! Today we will be at 4174 Ramona Drive in the historical Wood Streets neighborhood in Riverside, California. Two on a lot: this home (with guest apartment) was custom built in 1938 by current owner’s grandfather. This property has been in the…
Locally hand-crafted gifts with you in mind! A perfect way to spend your day and a perfect place to find Mother’s Day gifts and beyond. From funky to steampunk, grunge to elegant pearls, you’ll find jewelry, wood working, ceramics, blown glass, stained glass, mixed media art, Mexican folk art, wearable textile art, assemblage, fine art, garden art,…
Today, Sunday, April 17th, from 11 am to 5 pm, come on out to the historical “Wood Streets” neighborhood to marvel over six private gardens that demonstrate sustainable gardening techniques including edible landscaping, composting, drip irrigation, and water-efficient landscaping including many native plants. A local expert will be available at each garden to answer visitors’…
Come on down to Main Street, between University and 5th Street on Saturday, April 16th, from noon to 4:00 p.m. for an Easter egg hunt, Easter egg contest with prizes, face painting, Easter Bunny and photo ops, live entertainment, shopping and dining, and more! Easter egg contest rules: Hop into a downtown business to collect…
Tonight (Saturday, March 26, 2011) for one full hour at 8:30 p.m. lights will switch off around the globe for Earth Hour. In 2010, over 128 countries participated and people from all walks of life turned off their lights. The goal is to reflect beyond the hour and think about what you can change in your…
Nowadays, the world is all about ‘going green’ in our actions by recycling, using less water, etc. With a million messages coming at us from all areas (news, politics, fashion, and even technology), it’s easy to get caught up in the big picture without realizing how your actions stack up. The truth is, that everything…
Now in its 19th year, the Mary S. Roberts Pet Adoption Center’s “Walk With The Animals” will take place at Fairmount Park near the band shell area from 8:00 a.m. to noon. The event is free and open to the public. Walk participants are encouraged to collect pledges to sponsor their effort. There are categories for…
If you have time on Sunday, January 23, 2011 between 3 and 5 p.m., ride your bike, or take a leisurely stroll, down to the Hall of Fame (next to the bookstore) on the RCC campus for another informative Wood Streets Green Team workshop. Why would you put organic food on a dish washed with toxin-containing…
While finishing my last-minute Christmas shopping the other day, I looked at the many faces that passed and wondered if (and hoped) that they were having a wonderful holiday season. I wished their stress would disappear after buying gifts, I wished their loved ones would be nearby, I wished for smiles on every child’s face, and I…
