Thursday Gazette: June 12, 2025
Hello Riverside, and Happy Thursday! With warm, sunny mornings like these, it’s the perfect time to stroll through one of Riverside’s many farmers markets. From fresh produce to local goods, there's something special about supporting neighborhood growers and makers. Try the Downtown Certified Farmers Market, Riverside Magnolia Farmers Market, Certified Farmers Market, and explore even more.
OPINION
Opinion: The Untapped Engine of Riverside’s Future-Our Airport
Long overlooked, Riverside Airport is emerging as a hub for innovation, education and community—offering a powerful runway for the city’s future growth.
If you ask most residents about our Riverside Airport, they might describe it as a quiet place for small planes or student pilots. But those of us working closely with it know something different: this airport is one of Riverside’s most underutilized assets—and it’s time we change that.
I’ve long believed that elevating the airport’s role in our city is key to unlocking a new wave of economic, educational, and community opportunities. It’s more than just a transportation hub; it’s a platform for workforce development, innovation and civic engagement.
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COMMUNITY
Riverside Public Pools Open for Summer Season
The City of Riverside Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department has opened seven public pools for the 2025 summer season, running June 9 through August 14.
Riverside’s public pools offer recreational swimming with varying schedules throughout the week. Most pools operate Monday and Wednesday from 1 to 3 p.m., with evening hours Monday through Thursday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday swimming is available at Hunt Park, Reid Park and Villegas Park from 1 to 4 p.m.
There are pools in most neighborhoods across the city, and they offer a fun way to stay active and beat the heat. Riverside Parks also offers a variety of lessons and other programs at the pools alongside their open swim sessions. Admission is affordable and offers excellent value for Riverside residents.
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ART & ENTERTAINMENT
Shakespeare Takes Center Stage at CBU's Summer Festival
Two comedic productions highlight the Courtyard Shakespeare Festival's 2025 season.
The Wallace Theatre at California Baptist University (CBU) is gearing up for a summer of Shakespearean entertainment with its Courtyard Shakespeare Festival from June 13-22.
Driving the news: The festival features two productions: "The Comedy of Errors" and "The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) [Revised] [Again]," offering a mix of classic and contemporary takes on the Bard's work.
- "The Comedy of Errors" promises "double the twins, double the trouble" in a high-energy farce about mistaken identities.
Why it matters: CBU aims to attract both seasoned Shakespeare enthusiasts and newcomers with these diverse productions.
- "The Comedy of Errors" is positioned as family-friendly and ideal for first-time Shakespeare audiences.
The big picture: The festival showcases Shakespeare's enduring appeal and adaptability to modern audiences.
- "The Complete Works" condenses all 37 of Shakespeare's plays into a 97-minute performance, incorporating "irreverent humor, modern twists, and audience participation."
What's next: Tickets are available through CBU's online ticketing system for the 10 total performances scheduled throughout the festival.
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What's Happening in Riverside
Today
- Budget Engagement Commission at Riverside City Hall
- Mobility and Infrastructure Committee at Riverside City Hall
- Education Through Imagination at Westmont Village
- Noteworthy Puppets "Sherlock Homerun" at SPC. Jesus S. Duran Eastside Library
- Pierce Street Jazz at La Sierra University
- Sensory Play: SLIME! at Arlington Library
- Drag Queen Bingo Supporting the Mary S. Roberts Pet Adoption Center at VIP Nightclub, Restaurant, and Bar ($25)
Tomorrow
- Riverside Sunrise Rotary at Zacatecas Mexican Cafe
- Courthouse, Murals and Heroes Walking Tour at Mission Inn Foundation ($23.18)
- Fridays are Fun! at My Learning Studio ($247- $277)
- Courtyard Shakespeare Festival at California Baptist University ($10- $15)
- Depeche Mode dance party in Riverside! at The Hideaway Cafe & Lounge
- Journey USA at Fox Performing Arts Center ($20- $35)
- Open Mic & Karaoke at Euryale Brewing Company
- Reggaeton Rave - 18+ at Riverside Municipal Auditorium
Save the Date
- June 14: Avenue Art Night at The Avenue Church
- June 27: Museum of Riverside Groundbreaking at Museum of Riverside
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