San Diego Union-Tribune (Sunday)
SOUND ECONOMICS
Teens watch a presentation about building credit during a financial education program at the Murrieta Public Library on Sept. 13.
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.
Sept. 25 TEMECULA F.I.T. Fun Color Run
The city of Temecula will host its annual F.I.T. Fun Color Run on Sunday, Sept. 25, at Ronald Reagan Sports Park, 30875 Rancho Vista Road. The event where participants get splashed with vibrant colors along the run route includes a 5k run for adults and youths 12 and older beginning at 8 a.m., a family fun run for all ages at 8:15 a.m., and a kids obstacle course for children ages 5 to 10 at 9:30 a.m. The entry fee for the fun runs is $15 per person; the entry fee for the obstacle course is $10. Information: temeculaca.gov/ colorrun or call (951) 694-6410.
Sept. 25 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. Information: www.vailhq.com.
Sept. 26 MURRIETA Dog Tales
The Murrieta Public Library holds its Dog Tales program at 4:30 p.m. Mondays, except holidays. The program, in partnership with Love on a Leash, provides trained reading-education assistance dogs for children ages 3 to 12 to read to. Arrive early to sign up for a 10-minute slot. The library is at 8 Town Square.
Sept. 27 MURRIETA Coffee talks
The Coffee with the City of Murrieta series continues at 8:30 a.m. on the fourth Tuesday of the month. The free events hosted by the city and the Murrieta/wildomar Chamber of Commerce provide an opportunity for residents to connect with city officials. For more information, visit https://business.murrietachamber.org/events/calendar/2022-01-01.
Sept. 27 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.
Sept. 28 TEMECULA Morning Mixer
The Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce will hold its Morning Mixer at 9 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 28, at Guiltless Food Co., 27725 Jefferson Ave., Suite 104. The event is free for chamber members, $30 for guests. Registration is required at https://members.temecula.org/events.
Oct. 1 LAKE ELSINORE Waste collection
The city of Lake Elsinore will hold a household hazardous waste drop-off event for city residents from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 1, at 512 N. Langstaff St., next to the Public Works Yard. Items accepted include automotive chemicals, batteries, electronics, household chemicals and cleaners and paint. Information: http://www.lake-elsinore.org/home/components/calendar/event/6331/18?backlist=%2f.
Oct. 7 TEMECULA Coffee Connection
The Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce holds its next Coffee Connection networking event from 8 to 9:30 a.m. Friday, Oct. 7, at The Coffee Shop at the chamber, 26790 Ynez Court, Suite A. Registration is encouraged at https://members.temecula.org/events.
Oct. 7 TEMECULA Art Off the Walls
The city of Temecula holds its free Art Off the Walls program on the first Friday of the month at The Lot on Main, 42051 Main St. There will be an artist reception for featured artists in The Merc with live music and refreshments. The October event will feature mixed media paint from Natasha Ragland. The event runs 5:30 to 8 p.m. Call (951) 694-6480 or visit temeculaca.gov/artoffthewalls for more information.
Oct. 9 TEMECULA Doggie-palooza
The Doggie-palooza 5K walk and costume contest for charity will be held from 9 a.m. to noon Sunday, Oct. 9, at Vail Headquarters, 32115 Temecula Parkway. Sponsored by the Laundered Mutt, the event will benefit Unconditional Love Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to dog and horse rescue. There will be a 5K walk, costume contest with prizes, music, food and merchandise. Registration is required at the Laundered Mutt, 27537 Jefferson Ave., or online at https:// www.eventbrite.com/e/doggiepalooza-5k-walk-for-charity-tickets-405406841777.
Oct. 11 WILDOMAR Coffee talks
The monthly Coffee with the City of Wildomar series continues at 8:30 a.m. Oct. 11. Held the second Tuesday of the month, the free events hosted by the city and the Murrieta/wildomar Chamber of Commerce provide an opportunity for residents to connect with city officials. Email Rhonda Warner at rwarner@mwcoc.org for more information.
Ongoing VALLEYWIDE Blood donations
Donations of blood and plasma are needed for patients throughout the region. Lifestream continues to host mobile blood drives at various locations as well as collections at its regular locations. The Murrieta donation center is at 40365 Murrieta Hot Springs Road, and is open seven days a week; hours vary. For hours or for more information, visit www.lstream.org.
Email community event information at least three weeks in advance to temecula@sduniontribune.com.