THIRST QUENCHER
Fred and Gailyn Watson fill a fountain with water so their dog Kona can get a drink as they spend the day at Aldergate Dog Park in Menifee on April 25.
COMMUNITY CALENDAR
Editor’s note: As coronavirus cases fluctuate, some events may be canceled or moved online. Please check with the event organizers/websites to confirm before attending.
May 7 TEMECULA Dennis Jones Band
Temecula Presents will host a performance by the Dennis Jones Band, known for sizzling guitar solos, smooth vocals and a high-energy stage performance, at 8 p.m. Saturday, May 7. Tickets are available at the Old Town Temecula Community Theater box office and online, temeculatheater.org. The theater is at 42051 Main St.
May 8 TEMECULA Sunday Funday at Vail HQ
Vail Headquarters will host its weekly Sunday Funday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. with local vendors, train and stagecoach rides, family activities and a DJ on the Vail Headquarters Stage. Vail Headquarters is at 32115 Temecula Parkway. For information, visit www.vailhq.com.
May 10 WILDOMAR Coffee talks
The monthly Coffee with the City of Wildomar series continues at 8:30 a.m. May 10. Held the second Tuesday of the month, the free events provide an opportunity for residents to connect with city officials. Email Rhonda Warner at rwarner@mwcoc.org for more information.
May 10 TEMECULA Farmers market
The Vail Headquarters Certified Farmers Market is held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesdays at 32115 Temecula Parkway. Vendors offer fresh produce, cut flowers, local honey, specialty foods and more, and there are activities for children. For information, visit https:// www.vailhq.com/farmers-market.
May 12 MURRIETA/WILDOMAR Networking breakfast
The Murrieta/Wildomar Chamber of Commerce holds its monthly networking breakfast on May 12. The meeting includes networking from 7:30 to 8 a.m. followed by the regular program at 8 a.m. Cost is $15 for pre-registered members, $25 for pre-registered non-members, $30 at the door for anyone not registered in advance; Soap Box Minute costs $25. For more information or to register, visit https://tinyurl.com/murrchamber-events.
May 12 TEMECULA State of the City
The Temecula Chamber of Commerce and the city of Temecula will hold the 2022 State of the City Address at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 12, at Pechanga Resort & Casino, 45000 Pechanga Parkway. Mayor Matt Rahm will discuss current achievements of the city and projections for the upcoming year. The event will include a Nonprofit Expo where local nonprofits can showcase their resources. Reservations cost $70 per person, $650 for a corporate table of 10 guests. For more information or to register, visit https:// tinyurl.com/2p89wckh.
May 13 MURRIETA Blood drive
SRCYPN will host a mobile blood drive with the San Diego Blood Bank from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Friday, May 13, in the parking lot at 26529 Jefferson Ave. Donors must be 17 or older, weigh at least 114 pounds and be in good health. Photo ID is required. For information or to make an appointment, call (800) 469-7322 or visit sandiegobloodbank.org.
May 14 TEMECULA Art & Craft Bazaar
The Temecula Valley Museum will host its annual Art & Craft Bazaar from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 14, at Sam Hicks Monument Park. Those who would like to be a vendor can apply at TemeculaValleyMuseum.org/MuseumBazaar. Reservation proceeds benefit the museum.
May 14 TEMECULA Second Saturday
The Temecula Valley Museum offers its Second Saturday cultural program Saturday, May 14, with activities exploring other cultures. The May program will examine the culture and traditions of Guam. Information: https://tinyurl.com/ tvm-second-saturday.
May 14 TEMECULA BMX Jam
The Temecula Skate Park will host a BMX Jam for kids 17 and younger from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, May 14. There will be music, refreshments, prize drawings and more. Registration is required; the park will be closed to the public to allow participants of all levels to work on their skills. Register at TemeculaCA.gov/Register.
May 14-15 TEMECULA E-waste drop-off
The Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce hosts a free e-waste recycling event from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 14 and May 15 in the J.C. Penney parking lot at the Promenade Temecula mall, 40820 Winchester Road, Temecula. Acceptable items include computer monitors, TVs, printers, computers, power supplies, VCR/DVD players and small portable devices. Information: https://tinyurl.com/mruet5yw.
May 16 TEMECULA Garden art for teens
The Ronald H. Roberts Temecula Public Library will host a Garden Art event where teens can decorate clay pots. Sponsored by the Friends of the Temecula Libraries, the event is for youths in grades 7-12. Space is limited to 25 participants; advance registration begins May 2 at the library reception desk or by calling (951) 6938900. Supplies will be provided and participants will be sent home with seeds and soil to put in their pots. The library is at 30600 Pauba Road.