News Briefs

This section contains information on local activities and items of interest to Canyon Lake residents. Information should be submitted to news@goldingpublications.com no later than 3 p.m. Monday.

Little League

Sign ups for Canyon Lake Little League Spring Ball began November 10. Residents can register at clllca.com or at Gault Field on November 12 and 19 from 9 a.m. to noon.

Women’s Golf Jack and Jill

Sign ups are being accepted for the last Jack and Jill Tournament of the year. The Turkey Shoot, “Turkeys on the Loose,” is scheduled for this Saturday, November 12, with an 8 a.m. shotgun start. All Canyon Lake Golf Clubs are invited. Lunch will follow at the Country Club. For more information, call Clair Bond at 951-244-0823, Lila Gann at 951-244-6863, Sue Hoover at 951-244-3636 or Inga Loy at 951-244-6864.

Holiday Boutique

Residents are invited to “shop ‘til they drop” at the 16th annual Holiday Boutique at the Senior Center this Saturday and Sunday, November 12 and 13, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Proceeds of this event benefit activities at the Senior Center. The Senior Center is located next to the Main Gate at 23307 Canyon Lake Dr. South. For more information, call Kathy Barbay at 951-805-3278 or Betty Cannavino at 951-244-4126.

Golf Cart Parade and Toy Drive

The Street Cart Club invites all residents to decorate their golf carts and participate in its annual Golf Cart Parade on December 11. Participants are asked to donate a new toy for the toy drive. Parade starts at 6 p.m. at Blue Bird Dr., heading to the East Gate and then ending at the Lodge where judging begins and toys are dropped off.

Senior Center Potluck

The Senior Center potluck takes place at the Senior Center at 5 p.m. on the last Sunday of each month. Members are asked to bring a dish to share.

Coffee with Nancy

Residents are invited to meet with Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District Division 1 Director Nancy Horton, a Canyon Lake resident, the last Tuesday of every month from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the Sports Stop. She is available to talk about changing guidelines for water conservation, questions about the district’s conservation rebates, etc. Nancy also invites residents to bring their water bill for clarification of costs. The coffee is complimentary.

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. Although this event is held at the Senior Center, this is not a seniors only event. Everyone over the age of 18 is welcome to play. Games 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.

Toastmasters Meets Weekly

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

P.E.O. Scholarships

P.E.O. is a philanthropic educational organization 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 limited to health care, education, music, fine arts and the legal profession. These scholarships will be awarded for the fall 2017 school year. Scholarship grants are based upon scholastic ability, integrity of character, school/community activities and financial need.

Guidelines and applications are available online through January 10, 2017.  Completed application packets are due no later than February 1, 2017. Visit the P.E.O. California website “Scholarship Opportunities” for the guidelines and application form.  For more information, call Dee Zasio at 951-244-0123.

Breast Cancer Resources

Bosom Buddies is a breast cancer support group in Canyon Lake led by Janelle Basham and Kimberly Slingerland. They pair mentor, educate and support newly diagnosed breast cancer patients during their breast cancer journey. For more information, visit www.CLBosomBuddies.com and Canyon Lake Bosom Buddies Facebook page.

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.

Steering Wheel Covers

The Lioness are offering custom-made steering wheel covers made of many different materials and patterns, which keep steering wheels from becoming too hot to handle. They also work well during cold weather. The price is $8 for one $15 for two. Contact Laverne Cann at 951-244-5715 to purchase.

The profits from this project will go to one of the Lioness Club’s ongoing philanthropic projects such as Guide Dogs of the Desert, HOPE. food pantry and the annual breast cancer tournament in Canyon Lake.

 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.