COMMUNITY CALENDAR

Dec. 9 PERRIS Christmas Parade

The city of Perris will hold its 33rd annual Christmas Parade at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 9, downtown along D Street. The event is scheduled to take place rain or shine.

Dec. 9 TEMECULA Culture Day

The Temecula Valley Museum offers its monthly Culture Day program at 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 9, with activities exploring other cultures. The December program will celebrate “Christmas Around the World.” Programs have explored Mexico, Germany, Scotland, Hawaii, Australia, Jamaica, Cuba, Vietnam and India, and others. Information: www.temeculavalleymuseum.org/events/cultureday.

Dec. 10 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.

Dec. 10 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.

Dec. 11 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.

Dec. 12 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.

Dec. 14 MURRIETA/WILDOMAR Networking breakfast

The Murrieta/Wildomar Chamber of Commerce holds its monthly networking breakfast on Dec. 14. 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/murrchamber-events.

Dec. 15 TEMECULA Temecula on Ice

The Temecula on Ice skating rink at Town Square Park will hold its grand opening show and celebration starting at 5 p.m. Friday, Dec. 15, and will be open for skating through Jan. 7. Admission costs $20 with skate rental, $18 for veterans with military ID and $18 for college students with valid school ID. Bobby the Seal skate aids can be rented for $10. The rink will be open 10 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Sundays to Thursdays and 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. Christmas Day skating will be from noon to 9:30 p.m. New Year’s Eve skate session will be from 10 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. and will cost $25, including skate rental. For information or to buy tickets online, visit temeculaca.gov/1120/Temecula-On-Ice.

Dec. 15 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, Dec. 15, 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.

Dec. 16 TEMECULA Ramble On at the Ranch

Vail Headquarters will host its 7th annual Ramble On at the Ranch Holiday Edition Car Show from 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 16. The classic car show with feature pre-1975 Hot Rods, Lowriders and Customs. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be on hand, and there will be festive lights and decorations, giveaways, vendors and more. Vail Headquarters is at 32115 Temecula Parkway.

Dec. 20 WILDOMAR Coffee talks

The monthly Wildomar Coffee with the City series returns at 8:30 a.m. Dec. 20. Held the third Wednesday of the month at the

Hive Bar & Grill, 32475 Clinton Keith Road, 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 Kimberly Niebla at kim@mwcoc.org for more information.

Through Dec. 23 TEMECULA Visit with Santa

Residents are invited to visit Santa at Pennypickle’s Workshop in Old Town Temecula. Santa will be at the Workshop on weekends through Dec. 23. Visiting hours are 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays and 1 to 4 p.m. Sundays at 42081 Main St. For more information visit temeculaca.gov or pennypickles.org.

Through Dec. 31 TEMECULA Rug hooking exhibit

The Temecula Valley Museum is hosting a Rug Hooking for the Holidays exhibit in cooperation with North County Wool Gatherers through Dec. 31. The exhibit includes handmade rugs, wall hangings and more. The museum is at Sam Hicks Monument Park in Old Town Temecula, 28314 Mercedes St., and is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. Visit temeculavalleymuseum.org or call (951) 694-6450.

Dec. 31 TEMECULA New Year’s Eve Grape Drop

Ring in the new year at Temecula’s famous Grape Drop. The event, from 6 p.m. Dec. 31 to midnight Jan. 1, will include live music, vendors, and children’s activities. Festivities will be held at the Temecula Civic Center, 41000 Main St.

Jan. 5 TEMECULA Coffee Connection

The Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce holds its next Coffee Connection networking event from 8 to 10 a.m. Friday, Jan. 5, at The Coffee Shop at the chamber, 26790 Ynez Court, Suite A. Registration is encouraged at https://members.temecula.org/events.

Ongoing VALLEYWIDE Blood donations

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.