Tonight, Friday November 19, 2010, the Riverside Plaza’s annual Holiday Parade will feature the Poly High Marching Band, a contingent from the Riverside Community College Marching Band, local “GLEE” actress Lauren Potter, the lighting of the 50-foot Christmas tree, and of course, the big guy himself…. “SANTA”!! The parade starts at 7:00 p.m. Enjoy a…
Courtesy of the Wood Streets Green Team, there will be a FREE energy efficiency workshop tomorrow, Sunday, November 14, 2010 from 3 pm to 5 pm at the home of Nigel Hughes and Mary Droser (3674 Larchwood Place) in the Wood Streets neighborhood. Please feel free to tell your neighbors and come join us! This…
The crowd was a compilation of family, fellow police officers, friends, neighbors and strangers who gathered to pay homage to slain Police Officer Ryan Bonaminio tonight, this Veterans Day 2010, in front of the Riverside Police Department. Ryan’s father spoke to the crowd and brought both tears and smiles to the sea of faces. It just doesn’t seem…
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!
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…
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…
