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.

Jan. 22 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.

Jan. 23 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.

Jan. 23 TEMECULA Mining presentation

The Temecula Valley Historical Society will host a presentation by Laura Zayats, president of the Temecula Valley Prospectors, speaking about and demonstrating techniques used by miners in the area during the heyday of mining in the late 1800s. The presentation, at 6 p.m. at the Little Temecula History Center at the corner of Redhawk Parkway and Wolf Store Road, will also look at the many types of metals and gemstones found in the area, and the legalities for modernday prospecting. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.; the event is free.

Jan. 23-Feb. 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. 23: Murrieta Mesa High School, 24801 Monroe Ave., Murrieta, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Feb. 6: Promenade Temecula, 40820 Winchester Road, Temecula, noon to 5 p.m.

Feb. 17: Kohl’s Department Store, 24661 Madison Ave, Murrieta, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Feb. 23: Baron’s Market Temecula, 31939 Rancho California Road, Temecula, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Jan. 24 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. Information: https://www.vailhq.com/farmersmarket.

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. Information: 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. 4 MURRIETA Genealogy meetup

The Murrieta Genealogy Group holds its monthly meetup for those interested in exploring genealogy from 9 to 10 a.m. Feb. 4 at the Murrieta Museum, 41810 Juniper St., Murrieta. The group meets the first Saturday of the month for a casual workshop setting where people can participate in family history research and discussions. Visit murrietahistoricalsociety.org.

Feb. 8 TEMECULA Kids Only Club

Pennypickle’s Workshop holds a Kids Only Club Frankenstein L.I.F.E. Laboratory science activity on Feb. 8. 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) 3086376. Visit pennypickles.org.

Feb. 9 MURRIETA/WILDOMAR Networking breakfast

The Murrieta/wildomar Chamber of Commerce holds its monthly networking breakfast on Feb. 9. 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.

Feb. 14 WILDOMAR Coffee talks

The monthly Wildomar Coffee with the City series returns at 8:30 a.m. Feb. 14. The free events provide an opportunity for residents to connect with city officials. Email Rhonda Warner at rwarner@mwcoc.org for more information.

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. Information: https:// tinyurl.com/5y8ebj3r.

Ongoing VALLEYWIDE Blood donations

Donations of blood and plasma are needed for patients throughout the region. Lifestream hosts 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. Information: www.lstream.org.