Your Villa Magazine - Moreno Valley - Perris - November-January 2024

C O MM U N I T Y E V E N T S TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY WHEN: Saturday, December 2nd TREE LIGHTING: 5:45pm WHERE: City of Moreno Valley City Hall This free event features entertainment, photos with Santa, and hot cocoa & cookies as we commence with the lighting of Moreno Valley’s 30-foot tree. For more information, call 951.413.3280. CITY OF MORENO VALLEY SNOW DAY WHEN: Saturday, December 2nd TIME: 10:00 am - 5:00pm WHERE: City of Moreno Valley Civic Center Amphitheater COST: Residents: $6 per wristband Non-residents: $8 per wristband Tot Lot: Ages 5 and under Snow Runs: Ages 6 - 12 Wristband includes 45 minutes of snow play and unlimited fun zone activities. Join us to celebrate the holiday season at our annual snow day. Enjoy snow play, food vendors, and a carnival featuring free jumpers, games, and crafts. The Moreno Valley Wind Symphony presents HOLIDAY FAVORITES WHEN: Thursday December 7, 2023 TIME: 7:00pm WHERE: Moreno Valley Conference and Recreation Center, 14075 Frederick St COST: FREE Get into the holiday spirit with a concert of music selections chosen by our members! Fill Your Plate... Warm Your Heart THANKSGIVING FEAST WHEN: Tuesday, November 21st TIME: 11:00 am - 1:00pm WHERE: Cornerstone Christian Fellowship 13300 Indian Street (at Dracaea) Moreno Valley FREE OF CHARGE DETAILS: The members of Rotary Club of Moreno Valley invite you to a FREE Thanksgiving Feast. This free meal is provided by the Rotary Club of Moreno Valley for those who do not have the resources to partake in this time-honored tradition of thanks. Holiday Fair & Santa’s Workshop WHEN: Friday & Saturday, November 24,25 TIME: 10:00 am - 8:00pm COST: FREE The Festival of Trees Holiday Fair is the perfect way to kick off the holiday season. Guests can view the beautifully decorated trees and vignettes that adorn the halls of the Riverside Convention Center. Visit the holiday marketplace featuring local artisans, holiday vendors and kids activities such as face painting, coloring, and make-and-take crafts. Last but not least, Santa Claus will be in Santa’s Workshop this year! Children can visit with Santa and his elves while partaking in a photo opportunity. Senior Stroll WHEN: Friday, November 24 TIME: 8:30 am - 10:00am Stroll through the fair, taking in the delightful sights and sounds. Admire the creativity and craftsmanship of the tree designers, who have transformed ordinary evergreens into works of art. Enjoy cookies, coffee and hot cocoa. Storytime with Santa WHEN: Friday, November 24 TIME: 10:00 am - 11:00am Bring the kids to see the trees and hear s special story from the one and only SANTA! Along with the storytime, have fun decorating cookies or creating something special at the craft station. THE FESTIVAL OF TREES HOLIDAY FAIR WHERE: Riverside Convention Center 3637 5th Street Riverside, CA 92501 For more information, call 951.413.3280. *Snow conditions may vary. No returns. Adults permitted in Tot Lot with paid wristband. Last snow sessions begins at 4 p.m. CHRISTMAS AROUND THE WORLD Presented by The Moreno Valley Master Chorale & Orchestra WHEN: Sunday, December 19 WHERE: Shepherd of the Valley Lutheren Church 11650 Perris Blvd. Moreno Valley TIME: 4:00pm COST: Adults: $15 Seniors: $10 Students are free with ID. INFORMATION: 951-485-8414 Directed by Dr. Viorel Gheorghe, the Holiday Concert ”Christmas around the World” will be preformed by the Choralel singing songs from different countries in their native language.