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September 26, 2008
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Dinner concert
Garden Path Ministries will host “Celebrating Freedom,” a fundraising dinner concert featuring the Celebrate Recovery Band, this Sunday, September 28, at 5 p.m. The event will be held at Cornerstone Community Church, 24570 Monte Vista Rd. in Wildomar. The cost is $25 for adults and $15 for children. According to organizers, part of the event cost ($15) is tax-deductible. It will include food by Filippi’s, testimonies, drawings and special guest Henry Alvarez, the founder/director of “Enlightened by Christ Ministries,” who will share about his life after parole. Proceeds will provide “Life Recovery” Bibles and “Free On the Inside” Bibles for inmates. For reservations or to host a table, call 244-6132.
MOPS
The MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) group at Canyon Lake Community Church meets on the first and third Tuesday of the month. The group is for mothers of children newborn to kindergarten. Expectant mothers are welcomed. MOPS offers childcare and has speakers, breakfast and creative activities for moms. The cost is $40 per trimester. For more information, contact Pam Smith at 245-6155.
Moms in touch
Moms and grandmothers of middle schoolers are invited to join Moms In Touch International, which meets in Canyon Lake on Mondays at 9 a.m. “Come experience how you can replace anxiety and fear with peace and hope by praying with other moms,” says organizer Sherry Bajadek. The group will be praying for CLMS and its students. For more information and meeting location, call Sherry at 244-4992 or 623-4888, or e-mail sbajadek@ca.rr.com. For more information on Moms In Touch International, visit MomsInTouch.org.
Walk 4 Life
The Elsinore Valley Pregnancy Resource Center will celebrate life with its annual “Walk 4 Life” on October 4, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Machado Park in Lake Elsinore. Registration begins at 9:15 a.m. The public display of support for all life, from conception to natural death, will include music, an inspirational message from Pastor Bryan Johnston of Tides Church, refreshments, balloons, clowns and an opportunity drawing for gift baskets. For more information call 245-8884.
Landscape Workshop
The Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District will hold a landscape workshop for homeowners on Saturday, October 25, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The workshop will include alternatives to thirsty turf, irrigation systems, good plants for slopes and information on plants that save time, money and water. The workshop will be held at the EVMWD office at 31315 Chaney St. in Lake Elsinore. To reserve a seat call 674-3146, ext. 8247. For more information or to take the class online, visit www.bewaterwise.com.
Senior bowlers wanted
Residents interested in bowling on a senior league on Mondays at 1 p.m. are invited to join other seniors at the Trevi Bowling Center. “We have a lot of fun and it is a great way to spend an afternoon. There are other people from Canyon Lake, so you will probably be with people you know,” says Rolly Bitterman. Teams consist of four bowlers. For more information contact, Rolly at 244-4674.
Cornerstone sports activities
Cornerstone Community Church invites residents to join in the following evening community sports activities: indoor soccer on Mondays from 7 to 9 p.m.; men’s basketball on Wednesdays from 7 to 10 p.m.; co-ed dodgeball on Thursdays from 7:30 to 10 p.m.; and co-ed volleyball on Fridays from 7 to 10 p.m. All activities will be played at Cornerstone Community Church, 34570 Monte Vista Dr. in Wildomar. For more information, call 674-8661 or e-mail bfurlong@Go2Cornerstone.com.
Blessing the animals
Shepherd of Life Lutheran Church will celebrate “The Blessing of the Animals” on October 4 at 10 a.m. on the commemoration day of St. Francis of Assisi. All well-behaved animals with restraints or in crates are invited to attend, including those with hooves, feathers, horns or scales. A photo may be brought if the pet is unsociable. Pet microchips will be available for $15 per unit. Donations of pet supplies for the local animal shelter will also be accepted. Shepherd of Life is located at 30400 Grand Ave. in Lake Elsinore.
For more information, call 678-1561 or visit www.shepherdoflife.net
Trauma Intervention training
Trauma Intervention Programs Inc. (TIP), a 501,C, (3) non-profit organization, is looking for men, women and teens to be part of a unique team of citizen volunteers trained to provide emotional first aid and practical support to victims of traumatic events. No experience is necessary. TIP volunteers are called to emergency scenes by police, firefighters and hospital ER personnel in Canyon Lake, Hemet, Lake Elsinore, Menifee, Murrieta, Perris, Sun City, Temecula, Wildomar and surrounding areas.
An orientation and training class is scheduled for Wednesday, October 15, from 6 to 9 p.m. The course consists of four additional weeknights from 6 to 9 p.m. and one and one-half weekends, with graduation taking place Saturday, October 25, at 6 p.m. For more information or to enroll, call John Beaumont at 698-5976 or 440-3227.
High Holiday services
Temple Beth Sholom’s High Holiday services will be led by Cantor Jeff Schwimmer on September 30 and October 1, 8 and 9. Services will be held at the Temple Sanctuary in Sun City, 29101 Del Monte Dr. Donations are $75 for adults 18 and over. For more information, call the Temple office at 679-0419.
Temple Lake Shalom will hold High Holiday services at the Lodge on September 30 and October 8 and 9.The cost is $150 per family; advanced purchase is required. For more information, contact Temple Lake Shalom at 244-0333 or e-mail templelake@ca.rr.com.
Soldiers’ names needed
“The Ladies of the Lake” want to provide care packages for soldiers. They are in need of names of military personnel serving overseas who are related to Canyon Lake residents and who would appreciate receiving a care package.
In addition to sending packages to the soldiers, they also support the Sun City Convalescent Hospital by providing large Velcro bibs, wheel chair covers, afghans, lap robes and other types of supplies.
For more information or to add a soldier to the recipient list, contact Ellen Kellett at 244-8236.
Constitution quiz
The Menifee Valley Masonic Lodge #289 will host its 13th annual Constitution Quiz on October 15 at 6:30 p.m. at 27221 McCall Blvd. in Sun City. Local high schools will be competing for the first place medals based on their knowledge of the United States Constitution, Bill of Rights and Amendments. High schools expected to participate are Elsinore High School, Temescal Canyon, Lakeside, Paloma Valley and Perris. Dr. Vick Knight, President of the Riverside County School Board, will once again serve as quizmaster. Judges will be from local Masonic Lodges. The general public is invited to attend and there is no charge for admission.
Water polo sign-ups
Fall water polo is now in session for boys and girls ages 8 to 14 at Lakeside High School on Tuesday and Thursdays from 6 to 7:45 p.m. Some games will be played on weekends. Participants need not have water polo experience but must be able to swim. For more information, call 698-2228 or 626-524-8924, or go to www.chawp.com.
Diplomas for veterans
Operation Recognition is a program of the Riverside County Office of Education, with assistance from the Riverside County Department of Veteran’s Services, that presents diplomas to residents of Riverside County who missed completing high school due to military service in World War II, the Korean War or the Vietnam War, or because of internment in WWII Japanese-American relocation camps.
Because of the tremendous response to the program, a second recognition ceremony for 2008 has been scheduled for Friday, November 14, at 10 a.m. In order to be recognized at the ceremony, completed application forms and supporting documentation must be received by 5 p.m. on Wednesday, October 1. For more information about the upcoming ceremony, go to www.rcoe.us/operationrecognition/index.html or contact Tracey Rivas at 826-6570.
Elks ‘Kulayd’ fundraiser
Residents Bill and Bobbie White will host the fundraiser, “Kulayd Once Again,” which will raise money for the Lake Elsinore Elks Lodge general fund. The event will take place at Trevi Entertainment Center on Saturday, October 4. The cost is $40 per person. The fundraiser will begin with cocktails at 5 p.m., roast beef dinner at 6, followed by the show at 8. For more information, contact Bill or Bobbie White at 244-9719.
Bosom Buddies
Bosom Buddies is a volunteer support organization dedicated to helping women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer. Women receive support and resources from other breast cancer survivors. Contact Bosom Buddies if you or a loved one has received the diagnosis of breast cancer. For more information, contact Janelle Basham at 515-0500 or Kimbo Slingerland at 609-4044.
Bingo
The Canyon Lake Lions and Lioness Clubs host Bingo the first and third Sundays of each month starting at 1 p.m. and ending at approximately 4 p.m., in the City Multi-purpose Room. The next Bingo will be held on October 5. All proceeds are donated to charities. For more information, contact Sharon Timms at 244-3555 or Joanna Spiller at 244-1553.
Cruise to Cabo
The Canyon Lake Chamber of Commerce four-day Baja Mexico cruise to Cabo San Lucas on Carnival’s “Elation” will set sail from San Diego on Thursday, December 4. Rates for the trip are $419.90 per person for an inside berth and $479 for an outside berth (cruise only with port and tax). A $100 deposit is required, of which $30 is non-refundable. A layaway plan is available as well as free bus transportation from Canyon Lake. For more information contact Canyon Lake Travel at 244-1831.
Caregiver support group
Caregiver Connection Support Group meets at Canyon Lake Community Church on the second and fourth Mondays of each month from 10 a.m. to noon in room D 140. The Caregivers Connection is a support group for caregivers and their patients. There are activities planned for both the caregiver and those for whom they are caring. For more information, contact JoAnn Wickerath at 679-7736 or Joyce Davolt at 672-3237.
Senior softball
Softball players, ages 55 and older, are needed for a senior men’s league in Menifee. The league plays on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at Wheatfield Park, which is located next to the Menifee Campus of Mt. San Jacinto Community College. For more information, call Ed Hustead at 679-8626.
Art Walk, Cruise Night
The Elsinore Valley Arts Network (EVAN) invites residents to its Saturday Night Art Walk on the first Saturday of each month from 3 to 7 p.m. For more information contact Robin Golden at 909-262-4684 or Barbara Middlebrook at 245-8890.
The Lake Elsinore Marketplace holds a Cruise Night on the first and third Wednesday of the month from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the food court parking lot next to Chili’s (Costco center). For more information contact Sabrina McChesney at 619-341-0877.
Computer Club
The Computer Club of Menifee Valley welcomes all who have an interest in computers. It meets at 9 a.m. on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month and offer presentations, guest speakers, question and answer sessions, a computer lab and computer classes. It is a free club with no dues. Meetings are held at the Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 29885 Bradley Rd. in Sun City. For more information, e-mail contact@ccmv.net or visit www.ccmv.net.
Hospital volunteers needed
Menifee Valley Medical Center is seeking hospital volunteers. Only four hours of volunteer service per week qualifies as an active member of the hospital volunteer team. No experience is necessary; training will be provided. The next volunteer orientation is Thursday, October 2, from 8:30 a.m. to noon. The minimum age for volunteers is 16 years old. For more information call 679-8888, ext. 7254 or 925-6389.
Quilting fabric needed
Quilting supplies, including fabric samples, remnants, old sheets, old blankets, new fabric, embroidery thread and batting are needed by a quilting group working in conjunction with the Lutheran World Relief (LWR), which provides quilts to those in need. The quilting group meets from 9 a.m. to noon on the third Thursday of each month, at Faith Lutheran Church, 28200 Portsmouth Dr. in Sun City, and welcomes quilters. For more information, contact Kathryn Kanaan at 244-0711.
Child advocates needed
The local organization of Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) for children is seeking volunteers for its program. As trained advocates, CASA volunteers are appointed by judges to be a voice for these children in court. No special education or background is needed – just a desire to help abused and neglected children. Volunteers must pass a background check, followed by a 30-hour training course. For more information contact Deborah Sutton at 304-5220 or visit www.nationalcasa.org.
Cookbooks still available
The Canyon Lake Woman’s Club still has copies of its cookbook, “Tastes of Paradise,” a creative gift for friends and family. The cookbooks are on sale at Pack, Wrap and Post in the Towne Center or by calling Rita Wacker at 244-1881, Barbara Weatherman at 244-1618, Audrey Barrows at 244-5550, Barbara Duncan at 244-7513 or Sherry Attig 244-5378. The price is $20; proceeds benefit the Woman’s Club’s philanthropic endeavors in the community.
Donate a mammogram
The Breast Cancer website invites people to click on its site daily so it can meet its quota of donating at least one free mammogram a day to an underprivileged woman. It takes less than a minute to go to the site, www.thebreastcancersite.com and click on “donating a mammogram” for free (pink window in the middle). This doesn’t cost one a thing. Corporate sponsors /advertisers use the number of daily visits to donate mammogram in exchange for advertising.
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