> ## 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. # πŸ—žοΈ Riverside News- November 23, 2025 - URL: https://www.raincrossgazette.com/riverside-news-november-23-2025/ - Published: 2025-11-23T13:00:51.000Z - Updated: 2026-08-09T02:16:51.000Z - Description: Alternative Gift Fair Returns... - Author: Gazette Staff - Tags: Newsletter ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b3/b2/b3b29e3b-298e-485f-86ca-3034c21e3784/content/images/2025/11/Early-Riv-Morning-11_18_25.jpg) Snow-dusted mountains rise above fog-shrouded Riverside, with palm trees and downtown buildings emerging from the winter morning mist. (Bob Sirotnik) 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! **Sunday Gazette: November 23, 2025** **Hello Riverside, and Happy Sunday!** With Thanksgiving just days away, the chopping, stirring, baking, and prepping is no doubt in full force at your place. We hope it's all going smoothly, whether you're testing grandma's pie recipe, prepping side dishes, or getting that turkey ready. Today is Stir-up Sunday, a Victorian tradition where families gather to make Christmas pudding five weeks before the holiday. While we're not quite ready to think about Christmas yet, the idea of gathering in the kitchen with loved ones to create something special feels fitting for this week. However you're celebrating on Thursday, we wish you good food, great company, and a little time to rest between the stirring and serving. 🧑 It’s rare for a week to pass without new paid supporters, but this past week was one of them. Our paid members are the reason our hyperlocal newsroom continues to grow, and we’re grateful for every one of you who makes this work possible. [Your ongoing financial support](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/sunday-gazette-september-21-2025/#/portal/account/plans) is vital to our success in serving Riverside with the news it deserves! --- #### [EVENTS](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/tag/events/) ## Alternative Gift Fair Returns to Riverside with Handmade Gifts Supporting Local Charities The annual event features vendors from Ten Thousand Villages, Inlandia Institute and dozens of nonprofits, with all proceeds benefiting community causes. [![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b3/b2/b3b29e3b-298e-485f-86ca-3034c21e3784/content/images/2025/11/RG-Feat-Image-Template-11.jpg)](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/alternative-gift-fair-returns-to-riverside-with-handmade-gifts-supporting-local-charities) Shoppers browse vendor booths at a previous Alternative Gift Fair at First United Methodist Church of Riverside. (Courtesy of Kris Lovekin) Riverside's Alternative Gift Fair returns Dec. 7 with handcrafted goods from local nonprofits β€” every purchase directly funds community causes. **Why it matters:** Skip big-box stores and find unique gifts while supporting organizations like Family Promise, Heifer International and teen-led groups that serve Riverside residents. **What's happening:** The 15th annual fair runs 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, 4845 Brockton Ave. **What you'll find:** - Handcrafted jewelry, scarves, holiday decor - Books from Inlandia Institute authors - Paper flowers made by local teens (100% of proceeds donated) - Fair trade items from Ten Thousand Villages - Bags made by Cambodian artists combating trafficking **The extras:** Free soup, bread and live music. Bring shelf-stable food for local pantries. **Be smart:** All proceeds go directly to the selling organizations β€” your holiday shopping becomes direct charitable giving. 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Roberts Pet Adoption Center - [Prayers and Public Information Meeting](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/prayers-and-public-information-meeting/16726617/2025-11-23T11) at Riverside Baha'i Center - [Fall into Coffee & Plants](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/fall-into-coffee-and-pilates/17263810/2025-11-23T09) at Life Arts Center - [Kevin Gates - The Amilio Tour](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/kevin-gates-the-amilio-tour/15819047/2025-11-23T19) at Riverside Municipal Auditorium - [King Yellowman Reggae legend in Riverside!](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/king-yellowman-reggae-legend-in-riverside/16837174/2025-11-23T17) at Aurea Vista Night Club and Bar ### Monday, November 24 - [Kind Moments Begin with You Giving Drive](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/kind-moments-begin-with-you-giving-drive/17396444/2025-11-24T09) at RMC Charitable Foundation - [Assistance League Thrift Shop Accepting Donations](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/assistance-league-thrift-shop-accepting-donations/1615922277/2025-11-24T09) at Assistance League Riverside Thrift Shop - [Clean Campus Competition](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/clean-campus-competition/17155310/2025-11-24T08) at Greater Riverside Chambers of Commerce - [RCTC Programs and Projects](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/rctc-programs-and-projects/14788971/2025-11-24T13) at County Admin Center 4080 Lemon St. 1st - [Monday Carillon Recitals](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/monday-carillon-recitals/17079871/2025-11-24T12) at UCR Bell Tower ### Tuesday, November 25 - [Inland Empire Chorus Rehearsal](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/inland-empire-chorus-rehearsal/14934551/2025-11-25T18) at Temple Beth El Synagogue - [Taiko Ensemble Recital](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/taiko-ensemble-recital/17079812/2025-11-25T12) at The Barn, Outdoor Stage ### Wednesday, November 26 - [Riverside East Rotary Club](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/riverside-east-rotary-club/13565436/2025-11-26T07) at Civil Rights Institute of Inland Southern - [**Blue Zones Project Riverside: Greeting Cards for a Cause**](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/blue-zones-project-riverside-greeting-cards-for-a-cause/17325103/2025-11-26T08) at Blue Zones Project Office - [Bordwell Park Advisory Committee](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/bordwell-park-advisory-committee/16552261/2025-11-26T11) at Stratton Community Center - [Hungry Hounds on Thanksgiving Eve - A Dine Out Fundraiser](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/hungry-hounds-on-thanksgiving-eve-a-dine-out-fundraiser/17412903/2025-11-26T08) at Riverside Area Restaurants - [Thanksgiving Eve Bar Crawl](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/2025-riverside-thanksgiving-eve-bar-crawl/17081508/2025-11-26T18) at Killer Queens Social House - [Paint n' Sip Event!! Friends-Giving!!](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/paint-n-sip-event-friendsgiving/17384931/2025-11-26T18) at Riverside Food Lab - [Riverside Mission Belles](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/riverside-mission-belles/16691431/2025-11-26T09) at Victoria Presbyterian Church - [Riverside Open Mic Music Series](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/riverside-open-mic-music-series/15529475/2025-11-26T17) at Back to the Grind ### Thursday, November 27 - [FREE Thanksgiving Dinner](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/free-thanksgiving-dinner/17372414/2025-11-27T12) at Central Community Christian Fellowship ### Friday, November 28 - [Joe Moses: All Black Attire Affair at Proabition](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/joe-moses-all-black-attire-affair-at-proabition/17461263/2025-11-28T22) at ProAbition - [Live tribute to The Sisters of Mercy](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/live-tribute-to-the-sisters-of-mercy-at-the-hideaway-riverside/17081509/2025-11-28T21) at The Hideaway Cafe & Lounge - [The Mars Volta](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/the-mars-volta/15668056/2025-11-28T19) at Riverside Municipal Auditorium ### Saturday, November 29 - [Cars and Coffee at Harvest Church](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/cars-and-coffee-at-harvest-church/14943326/2025-11-29T08) at Harvest Church - [**Holiday Marketplace**](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/holiday-marketplace/17343251/2025-11-29T08)at Arcade Coffee Roasters - Tasting Room - [Little Land Use Learners (Topic: Changing Leaves and Trees)](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/little-land-use-learners-topic-changing-leaves-and-trees/17460237/2025-11-29T10) at Corona Resource Conservation District - [Abbey Road - Christmas with the Beatles](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/abbey-road-christmas-with-the-beatles/17414292/2025-11-29T19) at Fox Riverside Theatre ($19- $36) - [Noche de Cumbia](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/noche-de-cumbia-in-riverside-w-live-cumbia/17316880/2025-11-29T21) at The Hideaway Cafe & Lounge - [The Red Pears](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/the-red-pears/16832146/2025-11-29T18) at Riverside Municipal Auditorium - [Riverside Electric Light Parade Monthly Ride Experience](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/riverside-electric-light-parade-monthly-ride-experience/15024026/2025-11-29T16) at 4050 Main Street ## 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 πŸ—“οΈ [See More Events](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/)πŸ“ [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/169514/image/0?seed=20251123) ](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone%5Fstatic/169514/click/0?seed=20251123&ref=raincrossgazette.com) --- πŸ“Έ [Submit a photo](http://raincrossgazette.com/submitphoto?ref=raincrossgazette.com) to be featured in our newsletters and social media accounts. πŸ† [Nominate a remarkable Riversider](https://rgnotw.paperform.co/?ref=raincrossgazette.com) as Neighbor of the Week.