Holiday events in Riverside County, December 2019

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Magic on Main   Nov. 29-Dec. 15
Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday there will be live music, holiday crafts, holiday activities and gift wrapping stations. It is free for all ages, donations gratefully accepted for Michelles Place Cancer Resource Center. 
Time/Place: 42051 Main Street, Temecula  

Contact: https://temeculaca.gov

Festival of Lights   Nov. 29-Dec. 31
Trackless Train, the Century Wheel, Colorful Carousel and additional returning Favorites Magical Moments with Santa Claus, Horse-Drawn Carriages, Seasonal Music & Entertainment, the Artisans Collective and tasty food vendors. 
Time/Place: Downtown Riverside  

Contact:  951-826-5663 / www.riversideca.gov/fol

Temecula 30th Anniversary Community Celebration   Dec. 1
The anniversary event will include live music from Kodi Lee & The Midnight Satellites, fun giveaways and activities for kids. 
Time/Place: 2-6pm / Town Square Park  

Contact:  https://temeculaca.gov

Corona Holiday Lighting Celebration   Dec. 1
There will be real SNOW and pictures with Santa. Food and refreshments will be available. Bring cheer to children who are not as fortunate and donate a new toy to Spark of Love! 
Time/Place: 3-7pm / Historic Civic Center  

Contact: www.coronaca.gov

Christmas Tree Lighting at the Pond   Dec. 2 
Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, enjoy a tasty treat, a visit from Santa Claus and a performance by Resonate! Vocal Group. 
Time/Place: 7-8:30pm / Temecula Duck Pond & Veterans Memorial 
Contact:  951-694-6480 / https://temeculaca.gov

Upcoming events in Riverside County - November 2019

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Dia de Los Muertos Sip & Craft   Nov. 1
Paint your very own Dia de Los Muertos mask. Space is Limited. RSVP a must! 
Time/Place: 6-9pm / Wise Family Estate: 2750 Orange Street, Riverside 
Contact: https://diadelosmuertossipandcraft.eventbrite.com

Senior Center Health and Resource Fair   Nov. 1
The fair features 19 service organizations representing a variety of city-wide services and programs for seniors. Light refreshments will be provided. 
Time/Place: 12-1pm / Moreno Valley Senior Community Center 
Contact: 951-413-3430 / www.ci.moreno-valley.ca.us

Menifee Dia de los Muertos Celebration   Nov. 1
Activities include: - Community Altar - Screening of Coco at Sunset - Live Performances - Crafts - Food. 
Time/Place: 6-9pm / Central Park: 30628 Civic Plaza Drive 
Contact: 951-723-3880 / www.cityofmenifee.us

Holiday Marketplace At The Grove   Nov. 1-2
54 hand selected contemporary and traditional designers, weavers, crafters, and artisans. Shoppers will find a wide variety of goods including jewelry, custom clothing, fine porcelain, basketry, textiles, original artwork and other beautifully handcrafted one-of-a-kind products by artisans from all over Southern California. 
Time/Place: Fri 3:30-9pm, Sun 9:30am-2pm / The Grove Community Church
Contact: 951-571-9090 / http://thegrove.cc

Perris Veterans Day Parade   Nov. 2
Pre-parade entertainment will begin at 9am. Parade begins at 10am Parade trophies will be awarded immediately following the parade at the judging stand located on San Jacinto Avenue. 
Time/Place: 10am-12pm / Downtown D St.  

Contact: www.cityofperris.org

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