> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.raincrossgazette.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # ๐Ÿ—ž๏ธ Riverside News- December 2, 2025 - URL: https://www.raincrossgazette.com/riverside-news-december-2-2025/ - Published: 2025-12-02T13:00:40.000Z - Updated: 2026-08-09T02:16:46.000Z - Description: Tower Agency's $5,000 Giving Tuesday Challenge winner, Dec. Rundown... - Author: Gazette Staff - Tags: Newsletter ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b3/b2/b3b29e3b-298e-485f-86ca-3034c21e3784/content/images/2025/12/JTN00732.jpeg) Afternoon sun bursts through towering palms along Victoria Avenue, where autumn foliage glows in brilliant shades of red and orange. The tree-lined street's seasonal color puts on a spectacular display under the clear Riverside sky. (Noall Knighton) Have a photo that captures the spirit of Riverside? [Share it with us](https://goldstandardca.notion.site/13eef165d2ee80fa91c3de069cc9ec29?ref=raincrossgazette.com) and help celebrate the beauty of our community! **Tuesday Gazette: December 2, 2025** **Hello Riverside, and Happy Tuesday!** Throughout the year, our vibrant city offers countless opportunities to celebrate, connect, and enjoy life together. But we've all had that momentโ€”seeing photos pop up on social media from an event we didn't know about until it was too late, wishing we'd been there. That's why we're putting together an End-of-Year Save the Dates guide for 2026, a chance to get ahead and mark your calendars now for the can't-miss events that make Riverside special. We need your help: if you know of a must-attend annual tradition, an exciting inaugural event, or a beloved community gathering, reply to this email or send us your suggestions at [newsroom@raincrossgazette.com](mailto:newsroom@raincrossgazette.com). Let's make sure nobody misses out on the moments that bring us all together. --- #### [COMMUNITY](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/tag/community/) ## Rebirth Homes Wins Tower Agency's $5,000 Giving Tuesday Challenge The human trafficking survivor support organization received the most votes in a community-driven initiative funding three Riverside nonprofits. [![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b3/b2/b3b29e3b-298e-485f-86ca-3034c21e3784/content/images/2025/12/251202-toweragencygivingtuesday-2.jpg)](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/rebirth-homes-wins-tower-agencys-5-000-giving-tuesday-challenge) Tower Agency agents present a check to Rebirth Homes during a previous year's community giving initiative. The human trafficking survivor support organization won Tower's 2025 Giving Tuesday community vote, receiving $2,500 as the top vote-getter. (Courtesy of Tower Agency) Tower Agency let Riverside residents decide where its $5,000 Giving Tuesday donation should go โ€” and the human trafficking survivor support organization took first place. **Why it matters:** The 10-day public voting campaign gave the community direct say in corporate philanthropy, with three local nonprofits splitting the funds based on vote totals. - Tower Agency's 70+ agents nominated the three finalists, then opened voting to the Riverside community rather than deciding internally. **By the numbers:** - **$2,500** to Rebirth Homes (first place) - **$1,500** to Mission Inn Foundation (second) - **$1,000** to Mary S. Roberts Pet Adoption Center (third) **About the winner:** Rebirth Homes provides two-year residential care and employment for human trafficking survivors โ€” one of few programs offering long-term support in the Inland Empire. The nonprofit has served nearly 140 women since 2017. - "Since our program is privately funded, we rely on private donations to fund everything needed for healing," said Debbie Martis, Rebirth Homes CEO. **The big picture:** Tower Agency has donated to local nonprofits since 1989, including a $10,000 contribution in 2023 โ€” its largest to date. [Read and share the complete story...](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/rebirth-homes-wins-tower-agencys-5-000-giving-tuesday-challenge) (2 min. read) --- Advertisement ([Become an advertiser](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/advertise/)) [![Advertisement](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone_static/169513/image/0?seed=20251202)](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone%5Fstatic/169513/click/0?seed=20251202&ref=raincrossgazette.com) --- #### [RAINCROSS RUNDOWN](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/tag/raincross-rundown/) ## Raincross Rundown: The Best of Riverside in December 2025 A curated list of upcoming events and happenings The Gazette team is most excited about. [![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b3/b2/b3b29e3b-298e-485f-86ca-3034c21e3784/content/images/2025/12/RG-Feat-Image-Template-3-1.jpg)](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/raincross-rundown-the-best-of-riverside-in-december-2025) A choir performs at La Sierra University's Annual Candlelight Concert, presenting seasonal music at the university church on Sierra Vista Avenue, part of an evening featuring choirs, orchestra, and brass ensembles. (Courtesy of La Sierra University) December transforms Riverside into something magical. It's not just the millions of lights draped across our historic Downtown or the rare sight of 70 tons of snow at Farmhouse Collective โ€“ it's the way our community comes together, creating traditions both new and cherished. From punk rock historians bringing toys for kids to neighbors gathering for Las Posadas, from jazz on winter patios to menorah lightings at the courthouse, this month reminds us why we choose to celebrate here, together. Every event on this list offers more than entertainment; it's an invitation to be part of Riverside's story. [Read and share the complete December Rundown...](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/raincross-rundown-the-best-of-riverside-in-december-2025) --- Advertisement ([Become an advertiser](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/advertise/)) [![Advertisement](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone_static/169515/image/0?seed=20251118)](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone%5Fstatic/169515/click/0?seed=20251118&ref=raincrossgazette.com) --- ๐Ÿ“ฃ ****See something? Say something.** Your tips and ideas are what fuel The Raincross Gazette. If you know of something newsworthy happening in our city, please [share it with us](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/contact/). --- Advertisement ([Become an advertiser](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/advertise/)) [ ![Advertisement](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone_static/169514/image/0?seed=20251202) ](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone%5Fstatic/169514/click/0?seed=20251202&ref=raincrossgazette.com) --- ## What's Happening in Riverside ### Today - [**Holiday Donation Drive for Homeless Pets**](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/holiday-donation-drive-for-homeless-pets/17426967/2025-12-02T00) at Mary S. Roberts Pet Adoption Center - [Kind Moments Begin with You Giving Drive](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/kind-moments-begin-with-you-giving-drive/17396444/2025-12-02T09) at RMC Charitable Foundation - [City Council](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/city-council/17125784/2025-12-02T15) at Riverside City Hall - [Guitar Ensembles Concert](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/guitar-ensembles-concert/17079877/2025-12-02T19) at Riverside City College ### Tomorrow - [Riverside East Rotary Club](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/riverside-east-rotary-club/13565436/2025-12-03T07) at Civil Rights Institute of Inland Southern - [**Stretch & Dance Class**](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/stretch-dance-class/17541755/2025-12-03T09) at Janet Goeske Senior Center - [Transportation Board](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/transportation-board/17544934/2025-12-03T17) at Riverside City Hall - [**Blue Zones Project Riverside: Greeting Cards for a Cause**](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/blue-zones-project-riverside-greeting-cards-for-a-cause/17325103/2025-12-03T08) at Blue Zones Project Office - [Riverside Mission Belles](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/riverside-mission-belles/16691431/2025-12-03T09) at Victoria Presbyterian Church - [Symphonic Winds Concert](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/symphonic-winds-concert/17079874/2025-12-03T19) at Riverside City College - [Trivium: Ascend Above The Ashes Tour](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/trivium-ascend-above-the-ashes-tour/16197343/2025-12-03T18) at Riverside Municipal Auditorium - [UCR Choirs: Chamber Singers and Chorale](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/ucr-choirs-chamber-singers-and-chorale/17224873/2025-12-03T20) at University Theatre - [Riverside Open Mic Music Series](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/riverside-open-mic-music-series/15529475/2025-12-03T17) at Back to the Grind - [Mariachi Sol De Mexico](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/mariachi-sol-de-mexico/16175924/2025-12-03T19) at Fox Performing Arts Center ### Save The Date - December 6: [Goeske Holiday Festival](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/goeske-holiday-festival/17282022/2025-12-06T10) at Janet Goeske Center - December 13: [Olivewood Memorial Park Historical Cemetery Tour](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/olivewood-memorial-park-historical-cemetery-tour/17114266/2025-12-13T10) at Olivewood Memorial Park ($20) - December 13: [Walk to the Peace Tower and Friendship Bridge on the 100th Anniversary](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/walk-to-the-peace-tower-and-friendship-bridge-on-the-100th-anniversary/17491229/2025-12-13T14) at Mount Rubidoux - December 13: [Wreaths Across America](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/wreaths-across-america/17260238/2025-12-13T09) at Evergreen Memorial Historic Cemetery - December 24: [Christmas Eve Celebration](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/christmas-eve-celebration/17552255/2025-12-24T19) at First Congregational Church of Riverside ๐Ÿ—“๏ธ [See More Events](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/)๐Ÿ“ [Submit Your Event](https://hub.cityspark.com/Event/Submission/Raincross?ref=raincrossgazette.com) --- Advertisement ([Become an advertiser](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/advertise/)) [![Advertisement](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone_static/169515/image/0?seed=20251118)](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone%5Fstatic/169515/click/0?seed=20251118&ref=raincrossgazette.com) --- ๐Ÿ“ธ [Submit a photo](http://raincrossgazette.com/submitphoto?ref=raincrossgazette.com) to be featured in our newsletters and social media accounts. ๐Ÿ† [Nominate a remarkable Riversider](https://rgnotw.paperform.co/?ref=raincrossgazette.com) as Neighbor of the Week.