San Diego Union-Tribune (Sunday)
ROOM TO GROW
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.
Jan. 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.
Jan. 10 WILDOMAR Coffee talks
The monthly Wildomar Coffee with the City series returns at 8:30 a.m. Jan. 10. 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.
Jan. 11 TEMECULA Kids Only Club
Pennypickle’s Workshop holds a Kids Only Club “Winter at Hogwart’s” science activity on Jan. 11. The drop-off event is for children only, ages 5 and up, and runs from 3 to 4:30 p.m. The cost is $25 per child. Advance registration is suggested by calling (951) 308-6376. Other upcoming programs include Frankenstein
L.I.F.E. Laboratory on Feb. 8. Visit pennypickles.org.
Jan. 11-23 SOUTHWEST COUNTY Blood drives
The San Diego Blood Bank is holding blood drives hosted by local businesses in Southwest Riverside County. 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.
Jan. 11: Temecula Valley High School, 31555 Rancho Vista Road, Temecula, noon to 5 p.m.
Jan. 23: Murrieta Mesa High School, 24801 Monroe Ave., Murrieta, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Jan. 12 MURRIETA/WILDOMAR Networking breakfast
The Murrieta/wildomar Chamber of Commerce holds its monthly networking breakfast on Jan 12. Held the second Thursday of the month, the meeting includes networking from 7:30 to 8 a.m. followed by the regular program at 8 a.m. For more information or to register, visit https://tinyurl.com/murr-chamber-events.
Jan. 24 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.
Feb. 3 TEMECULA Coffee Connection
The Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce holds its next Coffee Connection networking event from 8 to 9:30 a.m. Friday, Feb. 3, at The Coffee Shop at the chamber, 26790 Ynez Court, Suite A. Registration is encouraged at https://members.temecula.org/events.
Feb. 15 TEMECULA Evening Mixer
The Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce will hold its February Evening Mixer from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 15. The event is free for chamber members, $30 for guests. Register at https://members.temecula.org/events.
Feb. 18 HEMET Cleanup Day
The city of Hemet and CR&R Inc. are hosting a free community cleanup event for city residents from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Feb. 18, at the Hemet Public Library, 300 E. Latham Ave. Acceptable items include large items such as sofas, chairs, refrigerators and other household items, green waste and electronics. Automotive items, batteries, paint, lumber, construction debris, and hazardous materials or liquids will not be accepted. Information: https://tinyurl.com/5y8ebj3r.
Email community event information at least three weeks in advance to temecula@sduniontribune.com.