COMMUNITY CALENDAR

May 19 MENIFEE Night Market

Made Local will hold its Menifee Trading Post night market featuring local artists and makers, food and live entertainment from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday, May 19, at Mercato Del Sole, 30141 Antelope Road. The markets are held the third Friday of the month. Admission and parking are free. Visit madelocalmarket.org.

May 20 TEMECULA CultureFest

The city of Temecula will commemorate World Day for Cultural Diversity with its Temecula CultureFest from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 20, at Temecula Civic Center, 41000 Main St. This free event will include live music, dancing, special performances, and activities for the entire family. There will also be a vendor area showcasing different cultures and traditions.

May 20 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, May 20, 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, commercial and construction debris, and hazardous materials or liquids will not be accepted. For information, visit https:// tinyurl.com/5y8ebj3r.

May 21 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 21 LAKE ELSINORE Mornings on Main

The city of Lake Elsinore and Made Local Market hold their weekly Mornings on Main Farmers Market from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sundays at City Park, 184 Main St. Shop for locally sourced produce and handmade treasures at the farmers market, and stroll down Historic Downtown Main Street to take in the antique shops, novelty stores, museum and fine dining. Visit https://tinyurl.com/ wdymz34x for information.

May 22 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.

May 22-28 SOUTHWEST COUNTY Blood drives

The San Diego Blood Bank will hold several blood drives hosted by local businesses in Southwest Riverside County through the end of May. 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 22: Promenade Temecula, 40820 Winchester Road, Temecula, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

May 25: Great Oak High School, 32555 Deer Hollow Way, Temecula, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

May 28: Vail Headquarters, 32115 Temecula Parkway, Temecula, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

May 23 MURRIETA Coffee talks

The Coffee with the City of Murrieta series continues at 8:30 a.m. on the fourth Tuesday of the month at the Murrieta Innovation Center, 26442 Beckman Court. 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 www.murrietachamber.org.

May 23 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 28 TEMECULA Memorial Day tribute

The Old Town Temecula Community Theater will present a Big Band Memorial Day Tribute featuring Frank DiSalvo and Lauren Koval from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, May 28, at the theater, 42051 Main St., Temecula. The concert will feature music that helped unite our nation during some of the darkest times in American history from WWII to the present. Tickets cost $37, general admission; $35 seniors/military; and $25 for students. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit https://tickets.temeculatheater.org/eventperformances.asp?evt=1378.

May 29 MENIFEE Memorial Day remembrance

The city of Menifee will host a Memorial Day Remembrance Celebration at 10 a.m. Monday, May 29, at Central Park, 30268 Civic Plaza Drive. The ceremony will include special presentations, guest speakers, a special flyover and wreath laying. For information, visit https://www.cityofmenifee.us/291/Special-Events.

May 29 MENIFEE Memorial Day 5K

The city of Menifee will host a Memorial Day 5K run to benefit VFW Post 1956 at 7 a.m. Monday, May 29, at Central Park, 30268 Civic Plaza Drive. Participants will receive a race bib and T-shirt. Awards will be given to the top three finishers in each age group as well as for the top three veterans, police and first responders. Registration through May 20 costs $40, and race-day registration costs $45. Visit https:// www.cityofmenifee.us/291/Special-Events for more information, or https://runsignup.com/Race/ CA/Menifee/MenifeeMemorialDay5k to register.

June 2 TEMECULA Coffee Connection

The Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce holds its next Coffee Connection networking event from 8 to 9:30 a.m. Friday, June 2, at The Coffee Shop at the chamber, 26790 Ynez Court, Suite A. Registration is encouraged at https://members.temecula.org/events.

June 2 TEMECULA Art Nights

The city of Temecula holds its free monthly Art Nights program at The Merc and 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 June event will feature Meital Regev. The event runs 5 to 8 p.m. Call (951) 694-6480 or visit temeculaca.gov/741/ArtNights for more information.

June 3 LAKE ELSINORE Waste collection

The city of Lake Elsinore will hold its next household hazardous waste drop-off event for city residents from 7 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 3, at 512 N. Langstaff St., next to the Public Works Yard. Items accepted include automotive chemicals, batteries, electronics, household chemicals and cleaners and paint. For more information, visit https:// tinyurl.com/le-waste-collection-2023.

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.

Email community event information to temecula@sduniontribune.com.