News Briefs

This section contains information on es and items of interest to Canyon Lake residents. Information should be submitted to news@goldingpublications.com no later than 5 p.m. Monday.

Senior Parties

Canyon Lake seniors 55 years and older are invited to a Christmas dinner party at the Senior Center on Sunday, December 13, with seating beginning at 4:30 p.m. and dinner at 5. The Choraleers will be providing the evening’s entertainment starting at 6:30. There is no charge for this event; however, reservations are limited to the first 75 people to sign up at the POA Office.

In addition, the Senior Center will host a New Year’s Eve party for the 55-plus bunch. All are invited to enjoy a catered, sit-down dinner and DJ music. Seating is limited; tickets are $26.50 and will go on sale December 14 in the POA Office.

Caregivers Connection

Caregivers Connection, which normally meets on the second and fourth Mondays of each month, will see this schedule change in December because of the upcoming holidays.

A regular meeting of sharing common problems, needs and experiences will be held December 7, from 10 a.m. to noon in room C6 of the Canyon Lake Community Church. At this meeting, members will be asked to sign up for a special holiday potluck luncheon that will be held at the Canyon Lake home of Shellee Griffin on December 14. Everyone is invited to bring his or her loved one or the person being cared for. Call Shellee at 244-5003 or 951-712-9758 for more information or for entrance to the gate, if necessary.

Men and women who provide care for their husbands, wives or parents for illnesses such as dementia, Alzheimer’s, stroke, heart issues or Parkinson’s are invited to attend Caregivers Connection.

For more information about this support group, contact facilitator Jo Ann Wickerath at 951-679-7736 or assistant facilitator Bev Haney at 951-244-1877.

Spark of Love Toy Drive

Studio 1 hair salon is holding a toy drive for local needy children. Unwrapped toys for boys are girls are welcome, as are $10 and $20 gift certificates for children over 12. The donations will be disbursed through the California firefighters’ Spark of Love Toy Drive.

Another person accepting toys for Spark of Love and for HOPE (Helping Our People in Elsinore) is Canyon Lake Volunteer of the Year Jill Batinich. Her drive will run until December 15. To donate toys or to let her know of a Canyon Lake family that needs toys this Christmas, email her at jillbatinich@yahoo.com.

Lioness Friendship Brownies

The Canyon Lake Lioness Club is selling its famous Brownie Jars. The quart jars are decorated for the holidays, filled with the ingredients to make brownies for family, friends, neighbors. Only four ingredients need to be added: eggs, vegetable oil, vanilla and brown sugar. The recipe is under the decorated lid.

The Club is also selling smaller jars filled with candy or nuts. These jars also make great gifts. The brownie jars are $10 each or two for $18. The smaller candy/nut jars are $6 each or two for $10.

To purchase these gifts, call Barbara Weatherman at 951-244-1618. The proceeds from this project will be used to help those in need.

Southwest Women’s Chorus

The Southwest Women’s Chorus will present its 16th annual “Christmas in the Air” concert on Saturday, December 5, at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, December 6, at 2 p.m., at the Old Town Temecula Community Theater. Ticket prices are $18 for adults, $15 for seniors and military and $11 for students. Tickets are available at www.temeculatheater.com, the theater box office at 42051 Main St. in Temecula or 1-866-OLD-TOWN.

Temecula Valley Symphony

The Temecula Valley Symphony will perform a Holiday Extravaganza on December 19, at 2 p.m. at the Golden Bears Theater, Temecula Valley Hight School. Holiday favorites will include music from Duke Ellington, Home Alone II, Hanukkah, Handel’s Messiah and more. Tickets are available at www.TemeculaValleySymphony.org.

CLLL Spring Registration

Canyon Lake Little League is taking online signups at www.clllca.com. The cost for players will vary from $120 to $160 based on division. Player registration includes a hat, shirt, belt, socks and a rewarding season of baseball. The league is always looking for good managers, coaches, assistant coaches, team reps and board members. Volunteer forms can be completed at the time of registration. Questions? Contact the Canyon Lake Little League board at www.clllca.com. Registration ends January 10.

Toastmasters Meet Weekly

The Canyon Lake Chamber of Commerce Toastmasters Club meets every Tuesday, 12:05 to 1:05 p.m. (except Christmas week) in the City Multi-purpose Room/Council Chamber. The group works on public speaking and leadership skills. For more information, contact Maureen Smith at 951-566-7185.

Bingo at the Senior Center

The Lioness Club hosts Bingo every first and third Sunday, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Senior Center. Games are open to all members of the community and are $20 for a 12-sheet set and $10 for a six-sheet set. Funds raised by bingo are contributed to Lions’ projects for the sight-impaired and the needy of the area.

Genealogy Research

The Lake Elsinore Genealogical Society (LEGS) meets the second Thursday of each month, at 3 p.m., at the Mission Trail Community Library, 34303 Mission Trail in Wildomar. For more information, contact Yoly Jimenez at 951-764-1932 or yolyatlegs@gmail.com. PEO Scholarships

The Philanthropic Educational Organization (P.E.O.) is devoted to the educational advancement of women through scholarships, grants, awards and loans. P.E.O. scholarship opportunities are now available for undergraduate and graduate California women studying in a variety of fields. These scholarships will be awarded for the fall 2016 school year. Application forms are available online through January 10, 2016. Completed packets are due no later than February 1, 2016.

Visit the P.E.O. California website for applications and application guidelines. For additional information, call Dee Zasio at 951-244-0123.

Farmers Market

The Farmers Market operates every Sunday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., in the upper section of the Towne Center parking lot. It features fresh produce from local farmers and fresh flowers from area growers as well as handcrafted items, vendor merchandise and freshly prepared food. It’s a good place to pick up fresh food for holiday meals and gifts from local vendors.

Host Families Sought

ASSE International Student Exchange Programs, in cooperation with area high schools, is looking for local families to host boys and girls between the ages of 15 to 18 from a variety of countries: Norway, Denmark, Spain, Italy, Japan, to name a few.

ASSE students are enthusiastic and excited to experience American culture while they practice their English. They also love to share their own culture and language with their host families.

The exchange students have pocket money for personal expenses and full health, accident and liability insurance. ASSE students are selected based on academics and personality, and host families can choose their student from a wide variety of backgrounds, countries and personal interests.

To become an ASSE host family or to learn more, contact 1-800-733-2773 or visit www.host.asse.com to begin a host family application.

Breast Cancer Resources

Michelle’s Place is a breast cancer resource center serving this area, located at 27645 Jefferson Ave., Ste. 117, in Temecula. The center’s mission is to provide emotional and educational support to those touched with breast cancer and facilitate breast health care services. Regular hours are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Learn about available services and resources at michellesplace.org or 951-699-5455.

Clothing Wanted

A couple in Canyon Lake regularly makes deliveries of food and clothing to the Riverside City Mission, where the needs of the hungry and homeless are continuous. Donations can be dropped off at the Coldwell Banker office in the Towne Center, 31620 Railroad Canyon Rd.

Lock Vehicles

Canyon Lake Community Patrol reminds residents to double-check the doors and windows in their vehicles each evening and be sure alarm systems are activated. Records show most thefts from vehicles in Canyon Lake occur because doors were left unlocked or windows left open. They also say residents shouldn’t leave items of value in front yards or driveways.

Open cars and valuables left outside can lead to “crimes of opportunity” that can be easily prevented. If a crime is in progress, call 9-1-1 immediately. Then call Community Patrol.

Call Community Patrol at 951-244-5950 any time there is a suspicious-looking person.

MOMS Next

Mothers of school aged kids are invited to MOMS Next, a ministry of MOPS International. It meets every second and fourth Tuesday, 9 to 11 a.m., at Canyon Lake Community Church.

The moms fellowship over hot coffee and a warm breakfast, then enjoy a speaker or craft. Those desiring “coffee talk” are invited to contact Gretchen Daley at 951-595-9153 or see the Facebook page at “MOMS Next at Canyon Lake Community Church.”