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.

Menifee Historical Museum

The Menifee Historical Museum is hosting its first history program of 2020 tomorrow, Jan. 18, at 9:30 a.m. at the Antelope-Menifee  Rural Center, 31850 Haun Rd. The Ladies of Menifee: Talented Trailblazers will be presented by Leslie Stevens.

The Menifee Valley Historical Museum contains displays about Menifee and 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.

Grief Share

A free 13-week Grief Share class started on Jan. 6 in Building A at Canyon Lake Community Church. Grief Share offers encouragement, direction and support for those who have lost a loved one, whether the loss occurred a few months ago or years ago.

Classes are held from 10 to 11:30 a.m. A duplicate class is offered in the evening from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Each week is “self-contained,” so one does not have to attend at the beginning of the 13-week session. Participants will find encouragement and help whenever they begin. The classes are conducted by Pastor Pete Van Dyke. To register, call 951-244-1877, ext. 204.

Warming Centers

Need a place to escape the cold weather? Riverside County has opened up warming centers throughout the county to ensure the safety and comfort of residents and visitors.​ To find a warming center, visit rvcfire.org.

Lunch and Learn

The Menifee Valley Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Knowledge is Power Luncheon on Wednesday, Jan. 22, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Archibald’s Restaurant, 28881 Newport Rd. This free event features guest speaker Simon Cooper of Webrand Digital Marketing. How to Market Your Business in 2020 will be the topic discussed. Lunch will be available for purchase.

Kid’s Fishing Derby

The annual O.A. Tommy Thomas Kids Fishing Derby for kids ages 15 and under will be held on Apr. 4 from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Sail Cove at Lake Perris, 17801 Lake Perris Dr., Perris. This event is free upon paid day use entry of $10 per vehicle. This event features a free barbecue, medals and prizes. For more information, call 951-940-5661.

E-waste Fundraiser

Local Boy Scout Troop 2011 is collecting e-waste to raise funds for the Troop’s summer camp transportation costs. Residents who have small electronics to recycle are asked to drop them off at the library or at Pack, Wrap and Post in the Canyon Lake Towne Center before Mar. 6. Items accepted include inkjet and laser printer cartridges, cell phones, tablets, eBook readers, PDAs, video game consoles, handheld video games​, etc. Large electronics such as printers, computers and televisions cannot be accepted.

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.

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. 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.

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. The cost is $10 per six-sheet set; special games are available for $1 each.

Those interested in attending from outside the community should call Nancy Coughlin at 951-805-0543 or Joanna Spiller at 951-244-1553 for gate entry.

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.

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); 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.

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.

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.

Sewing, Quilting Group

Canyon Lake 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.

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.

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.