> ## 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. # 🍊 Sunday Gazette: March 30, 2025 - URL: https://www.raincrossgazette.com/sunday-gazette-march-23-2025-2/ - Published: 2025-03-30T12:00:44.000Z - Updated: 2026-08-09T02:22:51.000Z - Author: Gazette Staff - Tags: Newsletter ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b3/b2/b3b29e3b-298e-485f-86ca-3034c21e3784/content/images/2025/03/250330-peacebridge.jpg) The Peace Tower atop Mt. Rubidoux stands as a timeless symbol of unity and hope, inviting all who visit to reflect on the enduring pursuit of harmony. (Amy López) **Sunday Gazette: March 30, 2025** Hello Riverside, and Happy Sunday! Eid Mubarak to all our neighbors celebrating Eid al-Fitr today. May this special day bring joy and blessings to you and your families throughout the coming year. [![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b3/b2/b3b29e3b-298e-485f-86ca-3034c21e3784/content/images/2023/12/author_banner-justin-pardee.jpg)](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/about/) --- 🧡 Thank you to the Subscribers who became paid supporters this week: Mary Gabe, Karl Healton, Rosemary Neal, Diane Roth, Christine Runyan, and Cheryl Tavaglione. Your ongoing [financial support](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/sunday-gazette-january-12-2025/#/portal/account/plans) is vital to our success in serving Riverside with the news it deserves! --- #### [FOOD](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/tag/food/) ## Eat This, Riverside: Exotic Citrus from UCR’s Givaudan Citrus Variety Collection Seth takes a tasting tour of UCR’s incredible collection of citrus varieties and shares some ways to sample them yourself on campus and at the upcoming Third Annual Citrus Festival at the California Citrus State Historic Park [![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b3/b2/b3b29e3b-298e-485f-86ca-3034c21e3784/content/images/2025/03/3-3.jpg)](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/eat-this-riverside-exotic-citrus-from-ucrs-givaudan-citrus-variety-collection) A feast for the senses; a citrus tasting adventure at UCR's Givaudan Citrus Variety Collection unveiled a dazzling array of colors, flavors, and textures, from the bold bite of chinotto bitter oranges to the candy-like sweetness of Kishu mandarins. (Seth Zurer) A few weeks ago, Seth was lucky enough to wangle an invitation to one of these rarefied Riverside experiences. He joined a group of citrus growers, citrus lovers, and citrus researchers for a tour of the UCR Givaudan Citrus Variety Collection. Managed by Dr. Tracy Kahn since 1995, the collection houses over 1,000 citrus varieties, from commercial staples to rare, unexpected flavors. Dr. Kahn has dedicated her work to preserving citrus diversity, managing access to the groves, and supporting both industry and scientific research. As Seth wandered through the vibrant trees, tasting everything from tangy-sweet mandarins to citrus with wild, resinous undertones, it was clear that this living archive is about more than just fruit—it’s about preserving history. [Read or Share Seth’s Full Journey Through Riverside’s Citrus Collection...](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/eat-this-riverside-exotic-citrus-from-ucrs-givaudan-citrus-variety-collection) --- #### [HISTORY](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/tag/history/) ## The Nanking Bell: A Mission Inn Treasure from China's Imperial Past A 2,800-pound imperial relic's journey from Qing Dynasty ruins to Riverside's iconic hotel in 1913\. [![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b3/b2/b3b29e3b-298e-485f-86ca-3034c21e3784/content/images/2025/03/1-9.jpg)](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/the-nanking-bell-a-mission-inn-treasure-from-chinas-imperial-past) 1916 Postcard showing the Nanking Bell in front of the Old Adobe. (Author's Collection) DeWitt and Allis Hutchings set sail from New York in June 1911 for a prolonged tour of Europe. A month later, Frank and Marion Miller joined Frank's daughter and son-in-law on their venture to explore the Continent. Miller was looking for treasures to fill his expanding Glenwood Mission Inn. After the Millers returned to Riverside, the Hutchings continued their world tour, extending their travels to Greece, India, China, and Japan. The world-traveling couple returned to June in March 1912, having been away from Riverside for ten months. Following the lead of Frank Miller, they brought back a vast collection of treasures, including 120 bells for the growing bell collection. A year later, on March 26, 1913, the most significant and largest find from the Hutchings' trip arrived in Riverside. While spending a week in China, they discovered a magnificent bell in the ruins of a temple in Nanking, China. DeWitt and Allis proceeded to negotiate for the bell and bring it to Riverside. [Read or share the full story...](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/the-nanking-bell-a-mission-inn-treasure-from-chinas-imperial-past) --- Advertisement ([Become an advertiser](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/advertise/)) [![Advertisement](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone_static/169513/image/0?seed=)](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone%5Fstatic/169513/click/0?seed=&ref=raincrossgazette.com) --- #### [NEIGHBOR OF THE WEEK](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/tag/neighbor-of-the-week/) ## Neighbor of the Week: Robin Lissner Each week, we will introduce a new neighbor. This is not a who's who list. These are regular Riversiders doing exceptional things. [![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b3/b2/b3b29e3b-298e-485f-86ca-3034c21e3784/content/images/2025/03/250330-RobinLissner-.jpg)](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/neighbor-of-the-week-robin-lissner) Robin with a rescue pup, proud to be part of Riverside’s compassionate community at Foster Army Animal Rescue. (Brenda Flowers) Robin is incredibly proud of her work with [Foster Army Animal Rescue and Thrift Store](http://www.fosterarmy.org/?ref=raincrossgazette.com) in Riverside. Helping to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome animals has been deeply rewarding, and witnessing their transformations inspires her every day. The Thrift Store not only funds their mission but also brings the community together in support of rescue efforts. For Robin, Riverside is a place where compassion and community meet. The generosity of its people makes this work possible, and she’s grateful to be part of a city that cares so deeply for animals and those in need. [Get to know Robin...](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/neighbor-of-the-week-robin-lissner) --- Advertisement ([Become an advertiser](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/advertise/)) [![Advertisement](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone_static/169515/image/0?seed=)](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone%5Fstatic/169515/click/0?seed=&ref=raincrossgazette.com) --- #### [CREATIVE PROMPTS](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/tag/creative-prompts/) ## Full Auditory Alchemist A prompt to encourage your practice of creativity this week from Riversider and local author Larry Burns. [![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b3/b2/b3b29e3b-298e-485f-86ca-3034c21e3784/content/images/2025/03/250329-earworm-1.jpg)](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/full-auditory-alchemist) (Titus Pardee) This week, we're diving into the auditory realm, specifically, that persistent melody that refuses to leave your brain: the earworm. You know the one – that song, jingle, or snippet of music that loops endlessly in your mind, driving you slightly mad. Across cultures, this phenomenon has many names. In German, it's an "Ohrwurm," literally "earworm." In Tagalog, it's called an "LSS" (Last Song Syndrome). In Spanish, "canción pegadiza" or "sticky song". Regardless of the label, the experience is universal: a musical fragment lodged in our consciousness, playing on repeat. [Read or share the complete story...](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/full-auditory-alchemist) --- Advertisement ([Become an advertiser](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/advertise/)) [ ![Advertisement](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone_static/169514/image/0?seed=) ](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone%5Fstatic/169514/click/0?seed=&ref=raincrossgazette.com) --- ## This Week in Riverside ### Sunday, March 30 - [Riverside Sunrise Rotary](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/riverside-sunrise-rotary/13854741/2025-03-28T07) at Zacatecas Mexican Cafe - [Volunteer Interest Hour](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/volunteer-interest-hour/14995048/2025-03-28T09) at Riverside Meals on Wheels, Inc - [Goeske Spring Festival](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/goeske-spring-festival/15204946/2025-03-28T10) at Janet Goeske Center - [Celebrate Riverside County Arts and Culture Month](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/celebrate-riverside-county-arts-and-culture-month/15247796/2025-03-28T00) at Participating Locations throughout Riverside County (Free- $35.00) - [Spring Animal Kids Camp - Session One](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/spring-animal-kids-camp-session-one/15049857/2025-03-28T08) at Mary S. Roberts Pet Adoption Center ($240) - [Softball vs. CSUN](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/softball-vs-csun/14962496/2025-03-28T13) at Amy S. Harrison Field ### Monday, March 31 - [Celebrate Riverside County Arts and Culture Month](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/celebrate-riverside-county-arts-and-culture-month/15247796/2025-03-31T00) at Participating Locations throughout Riverside County (Free - $35) - [Monday Carillon Recitals](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/monday-carillon-recitals/14971029/2025-03-31T12) at UCR Bell Tower - [Spring Animal Kids Camp - Session Two](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/spring-animal-kids-camp-session-two/15049938/2025-03-31T08) at Mary S. Roberts Pet Adoption Center ($240) - [Ward 1 Community Conversation Office Hours](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/ward-1-community-conversation-office-hours/15423217/2025-03-31T18) at Riverside City Hall ### Tuesday, April 1 - [Volunteer Interest Hour](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/volunteer-interest-hour/14995048/2025-04-01T09) at Riverside Meals on Wheels, Inc - [Lunchtime Jazz](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/lunchtime-jazz/15234611/2025-04-01T13) at RCCD Center for Social Justice and Civil Liberties - [Inland Empire Chorus Rehearsal](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/inland-empire-chorus-rehearsal/14934551/2025-04-01T18) at Temple Beth El Synagogue - [Tuesday Karaoke](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/tuesday-karaoke/12771587/2025-04-01T19) at The Hideaway ### Wednesday, April 2 - [Certified Farmers Market](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/certified-farmers-market/12112242/2025-04-02T08) at 10th & Lemon Streets - [Stretch & Dance Class](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/stretch-dance-class/15032946/2025-04-02T09) at Janet Goeske Senior Center - [Governmental Processes Committee](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/governmental-processes-committee/15391279/2025-04-02T09) at Riverside City Hall - [Transportation Board](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/transportation-board/15035837/2025-04-02T17) at Riverside City Hall ### Thursday, April 3 - [Board of Ethics](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/board-of-ethics/15391280/2025-04-03T17) at Riverside City Hall - [Riverside 2050 Neighborhood Land Use Workshop](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/riverside-2050-neighborhood-land-use-workshop/15423163/2025-04-03T18) at Renck Community Center at Hunt Park - [Native Pollinators & Plants- Museum of Riverside (Artswalk)](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/native-pollinators-plants-mor-at-artswalk/15273392/2025-04-03T18) at Downtown Riverside - [Free Admisssion First Thursday of every month during ArtsWalk](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/free-admission-first-thursday-of-every-month-during-riverside-artswalk/13230799/2025-04-03T18) at Riverside Art Museum - [Jason Joshua & The Beholders](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/jason-joshua-the-beholders-garden-room-rma/15010737/2025-04-03T19) at Riverside Municipal Auditorium- Garden Room ($22) ### Friday, April 4 - [26th Annual Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Breakfast](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/26th-annual-cesar-e-chavez-memorial-breakfast/15242147/2025-04-04T07) at Marriott Riverside at the Convention Center - [Riverside Sunrise Rotary](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/riverside-sunrise-rotary/13854741/2025-04-04T07) at Zacatecas Mexican Cafe - [Courthouse, Murals and Heroes Walking Tour](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/courthouse-murals-and-heroes-walking-tour/15309502/2025-04-04T13) at Mission Inn Foundation ($23.18) - [Little Women](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/little-women/14623270/2025-04-04T19) at The Wallace Theatre at California Baptist University ($9- $14) - [Nights with the Museum - "Climate Action in the City!"](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/nights-with-the-museum-climate-action-in-the-city/15273404/2025-04-04T18) at Riverside Main Library Community Room - [Riverside Public Library | 2025 Riverside Reads Book Discussion](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/riverside-public-library-2025-riverside-reads-book-discussion/15180484/2025-04-04T16) at Arlington Library - [Spring Musical: Fiddler on the Roof](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/spring-musical-fiddler-on-the-roof/15377782/2025-04-04T19) at Woodcrest Christian School ($12- $15) - [World Premier Melodrama by Westmont Village Masquers Theatre Club](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/world-premier-melodrama-by-westmont-village-masquers-theatre-club/15120702/2025-04-04T19) at Westmont Village ### Saturday, April 5 - [Downtown Certified Farmers Market](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/downtown-certified-farmers-market/12112312/2025-04-05T08) at Main Street at 5th - [3rd Annual Citrus Festival](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/3rd-annual-citrus-festival/14920269/2025-04-05T11) at California Citrus State Historic Park - [4th Annual Downtown Riverside Tweed Ride](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/4th-annual-downtown-riverside-tweed-ride/15292077/2025-04-05T11) begins at Riverside Historic Courthouse - [Alzheimer's & Dementia Support Group](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/alzheimers-dementia-support-group/15213180/2025-04-05T14) at Discovery Commons Raincross - [Barking Bunco - Rolling the Dice for Rescue Animals](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/barking-bunco-rolling-the-dice-for-rescue-animals/15155507/2025-04-05T17) at Packinghouse Brewing Company ($30) - [In/VISIBLE, Un/HEARD: Riverside’s Civil Rights Stories](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/invisible-unheard-riversides-civil-rights-stories/15221584/2025-04-05T10) at Multiple Sites - [Riverside Arts Council's Mayor's Ball for the Arts](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/riverside-arts-councils-mayors-ball-for-the-arts/15295463/2025-04-05T17) at Barbara & Art Culver Center for the Arts ($100) - [Riverside International Film Festival 2025- 23rd Edition](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/riverside-international-film-festival-2025-23rd-edition/15411803/2025-04-05T13) at The Box Theater - [UCR Men's Soccer vs Alumni](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/ucr-mens-soccer-vs-alumni/15151949/2025-04-05T15) at UCR Soccer Stadium ## Save The Date - April 12: [Braver Angels Red/Blue Workshop](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/braver-angels-redblue-workshop/15358261/2025-04-12T13) at Joyce Johnson Community Center at Nichols Park 🗓️ [See More Events](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/)📝 [Submit Your Event](https://hub.cityspark.com/Event/Submission/Raincross?ref=raincrossgazette.com) 📸 [Submit a photo](http://raincrossgazette.com/submitphoto?ref=raincrossgazette.com) to be featured in our newsletters and social media accounts. 🏆 [Nominate a remarkable Riversider](https://rgnotw.paperform.co/?ref=raincrossgazette.com) as Neighbor of the Week.