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.

TCHS Production

Temescal Canyon High School will present Stephan Gregg’s, “Trap” on Oct. 11 and 12 at the Jeanie Corral Performing Arts Centre at 28755 El Toro Rd., Lake Elsinore.

Tickets cost $12 for adults and $8 for students. For more information, call 951-253-7250 during the hours of 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Howl-O-Ween Spooktacular

Lake Elsinore’s Howl-O-Ween Spooktacular will be held on Oct. 18 from 5 to 8 p.m. on Main Street. This free event features trunk or treating, carnival games and a costume contest.

Prizes will be awarded for the best-decorated business and the best non-business trunks. For more information, email mhoutz@lake-elsinore.org or visit lake-elsinore.org/specialevents.

Lemon Festival

The Corona Lemon Festival will be held on Oct. 19 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Historic Civic Center, 815 West 6th St., Corona.

The festival features an art show, bake-off contest using lemons, carnival games, bounce houses, entertainment, food, opportunity drawings and vendors.

Walk this Weight

Inland Valley Medical Center, 36485 Inland Valley Dr., Wildomar, invites the community to its inaugural Walk this Weight 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, Oct. 19, at 8 a.m. Runners will be professionally RFID timed and live results will be posted onsite on a big screen and live online.

Awards will be given to the top male and female in eight age categories. A Community Health Fair featuring vendors that focus on healthy living will follow the 5K at 9 a.m. To register, visit inlandvalleymedcenter.com and click on the event tab.

Coffee and Cars

Enjoy a morning of coffee and cars on Oct. 20 from 8 to 10 a.m. at the J & M Speed Center in the historic Riverside Auto Center at 3230 W. Motor Circle Dr., Riverside.

Trunk-or-Treat

Lamb’s Fellowship, 29101 Railroad Canyon Rd., Lake Elsinore, invites the community to its Trunk-or-Treat on Saturday, Oct. 26, from 6 to 8 p.m. This free event features trunk or treating, bouncers and an outdoor movie.

Trunk-or-Treat

Hosted by the City of Wildomar, kids in costumes are invited to trick-or-treat at the trunks of local organizations, clubs and businesses on Saturday, Oct. 26, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Marna O’Brien Park, 20505 Palomar St. For more information, contact Daniel Torres at 951-677-7751, ext. 221.

Concert in the Park

Concert in the Park is returning to McVicker Canyon Park (upper field) on Nov. 16 from 5 to 7 p.m., featuring live entertainment by Woody and the Harrelsons.

Pack your picnic baskets, bring your blankets and get ready to enjoy free entertainment for all ages under the stars. The park is located at 29355 Grand Ave., Lake Elsinore.

Alcohol and pets are not permitted in the park. For more information, call 951-674-3124 ext. 292

Mountain Bike Team

Elsinore Valley Mountain Bike Team is seeking girls and boys in grades 6th through 12th to join the team. No experience is necessary, training will be provided for all levels. Bike lease program is available.

A meeting for riders and parents will be held on Nov. 7 at 6 p.m. at Stadium Pizza on Main Street in Lake Elsinore. For more information, call 951-479-3795, email chengsr67@gamil.com, or visit socaldirt.org.

Turkey Trot

Trot before you gobble. The Lake Elsinore 5K run/walk Turkey Trot will be held on Thursday, Nov. 28, from 7:30 to 9 a.m. at the levee of the Diamond Stadium, 500 Diamond Dr., Lake Elsinore. Participants are encouraged to wear costumes. A prize will be awarded for the most creative outfit. Registration is free and will take place the morning of the event. For more information, call 951-674-3124, ext. 292.

Free Thanksgiving Dinner

Lamb’s Fellowship, 21901 Railroad Canyon Rd., Lake Elsinore, will be offering a free Thanksgiving dinner on Thursday, Nov. 28, from 1 to 4 p.m. For reservations, call the church at 951-471-3807.

Paws on the Promenade

Paws on the Promenade Spooktacular will be held on Saturday, Oct. 26, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Promenade in Temecula. The free event features a Pet Parade, Pet Costume Contest, treat bags for contestants, vendors raffle prizes and adoptable dogs. Entry into the Pet Costume Contest is $20. To register, visit pawsonthepromenade.com.

Chronic Illness Support

The Chronic Illness Support Group meets on the first Monday of each month from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Canyon Lake Senior Center. All ages are welcome to attend. The group provides the opportunity to share and receive support from others who have chronic conditions, whether from illness or physical issues. For more information, contact Steven Prince at 949-293-2919.

Farmers Market

The Canyon Lake Farmers Market operates every Sunday from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the upper section of the Towne Center parking lot.

Caregivers Connection

Caregivers Connection is an outreach for those caring for a loved one with dementia, Alzheimer’s and other diseases of the aging. JoAnn Wickerath and Bev Haney lead a group with informational talks, videos and fellowship. This is a great opportunity to speak with other caregivers and share information, tips and experiences. Meetings are held at Canyon Lake Community Church in Building C. For dates and times, contact JoAnn Wickerath at 951-679-7736 or Bev Haney at 951-764-1730.

Lioness Bingo Fundraiser

Sponsored by the Canyon Lake Lioness Club, bingo at the Canyon Lake Senior Center is held monthly on the first and third Sundays from 1 to 4 p.m. Due to state law, players must be 18 or older to play. Admission is $10 per six-sheet set; special games are available for $1 each. Those wishing to attend from outside the community should call Nancy Coughlin at 951-805-0543 or Joanna Spiller at 951-244-1553 for gate entrance.

Menifee Historical Museum

The Menifee Valley Historical Museum contains displays about Canyon Lake history, provided by Canyon Lake pioneers, Don and Elinor Martin, who sometimes serve as docents. The museum is located in the old Menifee Elementary School on Garbani Road and is open on Sundays from 1 to 4 p.m. For more information, visit menifeehistory.com or call 951-708-6842.

Bereavement Support

A 13-week bereavement program started on Aug. 19. Sessions are held on Mondays in Building A at Canyon Lake Community Church. Choose between two session times, 10 to 11:30 a.m. or 6:30 to 8 p.m. Grief Share provides helpful information on grief-related topics. Attendees will discover how helpful it is to be around people who are looking for encouragement, direction and support. Many from the fellowship and community have attended in the past and have found the information shared through the videos and workbooks helpful. To register, contact Pastor Pete Van Dyke at 951-244-1877, ext. 204.

Steering Wheel Covers

The Canyon Lake Lioness Club offers custom-made steering wheel covers made of many different materials and patterns that keep steering wheels from becoming too hot in the summer and too cold in the winter. The price is $8 for one and $15 for two. Profits from this project go toward the club’s ongoing philanthropic projects. For more information, contact Laverne Cann at 951-244-5715.

Celebrate Recovery

Celebrate Recovery is a program that teaches and gives one tools on how to address their hurts, habits and hang-ups so that they can move forward and find their purpose and a life filled with joy. Participants discover that they are not alone in what they are going through and find people to walk alongside them. Celebrate Recovery meets every Sunday at 6 p.m. in Building C at Canyon Lake Community Church. They offer Celebrate Recovery (recovery for adults 18 and older); The Landing (recovery for teens); Celebration Place (recovery for kids); and free childcare. A potluck is held on the first Sunday of each month at 5 p.m. For more information, contact Marianne at 951-244-1877, ext. 209.

Needlework Group

Canyon Lakers are invited to bring their knitting and crocheting supplies and projects to the senior center on Mondays from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. For more information, contact Betty Cannavino at 951-244-4126.

Breast Cancer Support

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

Genealogy Research

The Lake Elsinore Genealogical Society (LEGS) business and program meetings are held monthly on the second Thursday of each month, except July and August, from 1 to 3 p.m. at Lakeland Village Community Center, 16275 Grand Ave., Lake Elsinore. Meetings are free and open to the public.

For more information, visit bakerfamily.org/legs or contact Candy Petersen at jandcpetersen@roadrunner.com or 951-246-2028.

MOPS

Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) meets on the first and third Tuesdays at 9 a.m. at Canyon Lake Community Church. MOPS seeks to support mothers during the early years of their children’s lives. By connecting with other moms and mentor moms, craft projects and guest speakers, women are encouraged in their physical, emotional and spiritual journeys. Childcare is provided.

The moms fellowship over hot coffee and a warm breakfast, then enjoy a speaker or craft. Those desiring “coffee talk” are invited to contact Karla Holenbeck at 951-317-6803.

Sewing, Quilting Group

Residents are invited to the senior center for sewing and quilting on Wednesdays from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Bring a project and sewing machine, or just visit and check it out. For more information, contact Terri Ireland at 951-246-2571.

Women’s Circles

Women’s Circles are small groups of women who meet once a month in each other’s homes or in Building C at Canyon Lake Community Church. They pray and support missionaries and pray for and encourage one another. Being a member of a Women’s Circle provides an opportunity for small group fellowship. Faith Circle meets the third Monday at 7 p.m.; Julia Circle meets the second Monday at 10:30 a.m.; Priscilla Circle meets the first Wednesday at 9:00 a.m.; Sonshine Circle meets the third Monday at 9:30 a.m.; Sunset Circle meets the second Sunday at 5:30 p.m.; Love Circle meets the second Tuesday at 11:30 a.m. For more information about the Women’s Circles, contact Circle Coordinator Phyllis Duncan at 951-674-4436.

Socktoberfest

Helping Hands Group is collecting warm socks for local seniors in need for the entire month of October. The organization is asking residents to place two pairs of socks in a sandwich bag along with an inspirational note and drop them off in one of the Helping Hands collection bins located at Pack, Wrap and Post in the Canyon Lake Towne Center, at Canyon Lake Community Church, or at My Buddies Pizza in Lake Elsinore. The socks will be distributed to seniors in the month of November.




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