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INLAND EMPIREDECEMBER 2016 CALENDAR OF EVENTS

INLAND EMPIREDecember 2016 Calendar of Events

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Dec. 10, Festival of Trees and Craft FaireThe Peppermint Ridge Festival of Trees and Craft Faire will feature a wide variety of vendors from handmade jewelry, accessories and clothes to handmade wood pieces, specialty soaps and oils, Holiday Decorations and so much more! All proceeds from Christmas trees and booth fees will help provide a community of loving homes and empowering support services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Bring an unwrapped toy or sports equipment to the Spark of Love Toy Drive for underserved children in Southern California.Time: 10 am–3 pmLocation: Peppermint Ridge825 Magnolia Ave., Coronawww.peppermintridge.org/festival-of-trees-craft-faire-peppermint-ridge.html

Dec. 14, Culture Quest - Winter Festivals & TraditionsWinter is full of tradition! Come learn about different winter traditions from cultures around the world. This is a free event.Time: 1:30–4:30 pmLocation: Riverside Metropolitan Museum3580 Mission Inn Avenue, Riversidewww.riversideca.gov/museum

Nov. 26–Dec. 24 (Weekends), Christmas in the Village with Santa and Mrs. ClausVisit Santa and Mrs. Claus, then do your holiday shopping and dining at the shops and restaurants throughout the Village that will be open all day into the evening. Time: 10 am–4 pmLocation: Christmas Tree Lot at Pine Knot Blvd. and Village Dr., Big Bear Lakewww.bigbear.com/event/?id=10521

Dec. 26, Chanukah FestivalExperience a Grand Menorah lighting, traditional food, live music, and fun activities for the whole family! An ASL Interpreter will be present. This is a free event.Time: 6–8 pmLocation: Riverside Historic Courthouse4050 Main Street, Riversidewww.JewishRiverside.com

Dec. 27, Family Movie at Arlington LibraryFamilies will be able to enjoy the movie Finding Dory (PG). This is a free event.Time: 3:30–5 pmLocation: Arlington Library9556 Magnolia Ave., Riversidewww.riversideca.gov/library

Dec. 31, Family New Year’s Eve CelebrationThe Festival of Lights New Year’s Eve Celebration is a family celebration with children’s activities, music, lights, food vendors and a special countdown celebration at 9 pm with confetti. This is a free event.Time: 6–9 pmLocation: Riverside Main Library 3581 Mission Inn Avenue, Riversidewww.riversideca.gov/fol

Dec. 17–21, A Charlie Brown ChristmasJoin Charlie Brown and his friends as they search for the true meaning of Christmas in this modern classic play. Refer to website for schedule and ticketing. Time: 7:30 pm (Evening show) and 2:30 pm (Matinee)Location: Sturges Center for the Fine Arts780 N. E. St. #8, San Bernardinowww.eventbrite.com/o/legendary-productions-clo-11392928124

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INLAND EMPIREDec. 3, Santa, Music, Crafts & Fun!Santa will be here with free photos, music, and crafts for the children. Bring your camera, or we will take a photo for you. Photos may be picked up on Monday at Hallmark.Time: 11–2 pmLocation: Canyon Crest Towne Centre5225 Canyon Crest Drive, Riversidewww.shopcanyoncrest.com/christmas-2016Dec. 1, Date Night at the Museum

Come enjoy a movie and popcorn in the galleries! Join us for a viewing of Carwash (1976), featuring Clarence Muse, a champion for black actors throughout the 20th century. Learn about Muse’s Hollywood days in the exhibit, Rising Above: Entertainment and the Struggle for African American Identity. This is a free event.Time: 6–9 pmLocation: Riverside Metropolitan Museum3580 Mission Inn Avenue, Riversidewww.riversideca.gov/museum

Dec. 2, Winter Wonderland BenefitThe evening will include an open bar, a delicious 3-course seated dinner, a year end summary of our 2016 community contributions, and a terrific silent/live auction with plenty of marvelous items to choose from! It will once again be an adults only event so break out that cocktail attire! Our annual pajama drive will be in full gear and we are asking all guests to donate a pair of new children’s pajamas. Refer to the website for tickets.Time: 6–10 pmLocation: Ponte Winery - Vineyard Pavilion35053 Rancho California Road, Temeculawww.pontevineyardinn.com

Dec. 2, Santa’s Electric Light Parade Bundle up, bring your holiday cheer, and join us to watch the parade as it travels south through Old Town. There will be floats that twinkle, holiday music from school marching bands, and much more as we celebrate the holiday season. All entries must be decked out in lights and incorporate this year’s parade theme: “Family First for the Holidays”. See website for additional details.Time: 7 pmLocation: Starts at Jefferson Ave. and Del Rio Rd., Temeculawww.temeculaca.gov/1089/Santas-Electric-Light-Parade

Dec. 4, Purple Boat FloatThe Purple Boat Float brings the community together to honor those affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other dementia. Dedicate an illuminated paper boat to your loved one and watch it launch onto Lake Evans at sunset. Presented by Riverside’s Commission on Aging, this is a free event.Time: 3–6 pmLocation: Fairmount Park Lakeside Room2241 Market St., Riversidewww.riversideca.gov/calendar/item.aspx?id=13070

Dec. 3, Winterfest in Lake ElsinoreFamilies will enjoy a holiday parade, bounce houses, kids crafts, sled runs, food and merchandise vendors, cultural and musical entertainment, and visits with Santa! This event offers low cost or free activities for the whole family.Time: 4–9 pmLocation: Downtown Main St., Lake Elsinorewww.lake-elsinore.org/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/4654/18?curm=12&cury=2016

Dec. 3, Winterfest in ArlingtonWinterfest in Arlington is a family friendly event celebrated in the Arlington Business District. Gather the family and join us for some holiday fun with Santa, tree lighting, bounce houses, music, prizes, games, face painting, food, and more. Time: 2–8 pmLocation: Arlington Park3860 Van Buren Boulevard, Riversidewww.riversideabp.com/winterfest-in-arlington

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Dec. 9, Home for the Holidays Pet AdoptionsAdopt a shelter puppy, dog, cat or kitten!Time: 10 am–2 pmLocation: City Hall Breezeway3900 Main St., Riversidewww.riversideca.gov/calendar/item.aspx?id=13162

Dec. 9, Holiday Celebration!Riverside Plaza will welcome Santa with a holiday tree lighting in the Regal Riverside Plaza Stadium 16 Courtyard. Once the tree is lit stay for an exclusive concert by recording artists The Sara Niemietz Band. You may know Sara as the leading lady of Postmodern Jukebox. She will be here at Riverside Plaza singing some of her own hits and holiday classics! This is one holiday show not to be missed!Time: 6–8 pmLocation: Riverside Plaza3639 Riverside Plaza Dr., Riversidewww.shopriversideplaza.com/events/riverside-holiday-celebration