This week, we’re spotlighting two of the dads behind The Raincross Gazette—celebrating the father figures who lead with love, show up without fanfare, and shape lives in quiet, powerful ways. These aren’t celebrities—just regular Riversiders doing the most important job there is.
Sunday Gazette: June 15, 2025 Hello Riverside – Happy Sunday and Happy Father’s Day to all the dads out there!
Once hailed as a world-class botanical marvel, the White Park cactus garden has faded from view—but new plans aim to restore this historic Riverside treasure to its former glory.
Discover and support Riverside's small businesses with these showcase of our community.
‘Tis the season! It’s that time again - your favorite movies, hot cocoa, candy canes, Mariah, and… SHOPPING! For those of us who haven’t knocked everything off our list yet, Riverside offers some amazing local shops and marketplaces to wow your friends, coworkers, and loved ones on your list with unique, thoughtful gifts that support local Riversiders and wonderful causes!
3583 Market St. | raincrossdistrict.com
Stop by this curated vintage marketplace downtown for handpicked and handmade gifts for everyone on your list!
3537 Main St. | thingstheylove.co
This mom-owned and curated toy shop offers an incredible alternative to that big box, disposable toy feel with expertly crafted toys and games for all your little elves to enjoy on that Christmas break that’s on the way!
3582 Main St. | downtownebookstore.com
An independent, woman-owned, longstanding Riverside gem that offers new, used, and rare books for that lovely bookworm in your life.
3555 Riverside Plaza Dr. | ampersandgifts.com
This family-oriented neighborhood gift shop is nestled in the corner of the Riverside Plaza. It offers creative, thoughtful gifts for your loved ones. As a special holiday bonus, check out their interactive Kindness Ornament, which provides daily messages from Santa!
3737 6th St
A woman-owned Mexican art and gift shop that will give you some one-of-a-kind stocking stuffers and gifts - sure to please all your gift-giving needs this season.
3485 University Ave. | penroserecordroom.com
This recently-opened vinyl shop can get you the LPs you need to rock around the Christmas tree!
BONUS: This Black Friday (11/24) features live music, exclusive titles, and a healthy amount of Holiday LPs to get you festive!
A real one-stop-shop for your Small Business Saturday, enjoy handpicked local vendors, holiday movies, live music, crafts for the kids, screen printing, and much more! And, as always, grab an excellent cup of locally roasted coffee while you peruse!
Support an annual gem of a fair that supports local causes with handmade toys, jewelry, art, and more!
Marvin and Ana Sandoval created the shop Riverside men didn't know they needed – until now.
Riverside's last Thrifty ice cream counter starts summer behind an 'out of order' sign.
8-0 vote kills controversial development after residents and commissioners raise concerns about warehouses, traffic and air quality impacts.
Community hub falls victim to financial pressures as university and owner differ on circumstances of closure.
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