🍊 Tuesday Gazette: October 14, 2025

Tuesday Gazette: October 14, 2025

Hello Riverside, and Happy Tuesday! The forecast shows rain heading our way today, so let's make sure we're all staying safe on those wet roads.

Remember to slow down and leave extra space between you and the car ahead. Give yourself a little extra time getting to work or school this morning. And let's look out for one another today, especially pedestrians waiting at crosswalks and kids walking to school who might be harder to spot in the rain.

Stay dry out there, neighbors, and drive carefully. We'll see you tomorrow!

COMMUNITY

Human Migration Institute Celebrates 10 Years of Transforming Refugee Lives

County's Only Refugee-Focused Organization Has Supported More Than 1,500 Individuals From Afghanistan to Ukraine.

The Human Migration Institute (HMI) marks a decade of serving refugee families with its 10th anniversary gala on Nov. 8 at the Cheech Marin Center for Chicano Art & Culture in Riverside.

Driving the news: HMI has transformed from a small group of concerned residents to a lifeline for over 1,500 newcomers, providing more than 10,000 hours of training and support to refugees from Afghanistan, Syria, Ukraine, and other countries.

• The organization offers education, job training, intercultural programming, and daily guidance through a staff that is 90% women-led and 68% refugee-led.

Why it matters: HMI's Refugee Career Pathways program helps professionals navigate the U.S. workforce, with 71% of participants using newly learned skills daily within six months of enrolling.

• Most move from having no income to achieving financial stability, according to HMI data.

The big picture: As the county's sole refugee-focused organization, HMI addresses critical service gaps in affordable housing, legal support, transportation, and mental health care access.

• The organization played a crucial role during the 2021 Afghanistan crisis, coordinating with universities, legal partners, and elected officials to help dozens of families reach safety.

What's next: The anniversary gala will include reflections from newcomer families and community leaders, cultural performances, and a retrospective of HMI's journey.

• Sponsorship opportunities and tickets are available at hmir.org or by contacting info@hmir.org.

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ART

Art Alliance Aims to Exceed 350 Attendees at Second Annual ARToberfest Oct. 18

Fundraiser targets $30,000 for museum programs while expanding venue capacity after last year's sellout.

The Art Alliance of the Riverside Art Museum is hosting its second annual ARToberfest fundraiser on Oct. 18, featuring an expanded lineup of breweries and art activities. The event, which sold out last year, benefits both the Riverside Art Museum and The Cheech Marin Center for Chicano Art & Culture.

Driving the news: The 21-and-over event will showcase seven breweries and two beer clubs, offering attendees a variety of experiences including live entertainment, art-making activities, and henna art.

• Ticket prices include one drink, food from Two Trees Kitchen, and a souvenir glass.

Why it matters: The fundraiser supports two important cultural institutions in Riverside while offering affordable original artwork and a silent auction featuring established Southern California artists.

• Bidding for the online silent auction opened Oct. 9 and runs through 9:30 p.m. on event night.

The bottom line: ARToberfest has garnered significant community support, with sponsorships from various local businesses and individuals.

• The presenting sponsor donation was made in memory of Betty and Leonard Dixon.

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What's Happening in Riverside

Tuesday, Oct 14

• Volunteer Interest Hour at Riverside Meals on Wheels, Inc
• Keep Riverside Clean & Beautiful Business Closet at Greater Riverside Chambers of Commerce
• 40th Annual Beautification Awards at Greater Riverside Chambers of Commerce
• Magic Show: Tricks & Treats with Magic Ian at The Barn
• Tuesday Karaoke at The Hideaway

Wednesday, Oct 15 

• Riverside East Rotary Club at Civil Rights Institute of Inland Southern
• Fifty & Better Health Fair at Janet Goeske Center
• Safety, Wellness, and Youth Committee at Riverside City Hall
• Arlington Library| Fossil Day with the Museum of Riverside at Arlington Library
• Building Our Region's Korean Communities Exhibition Opening at Civil Rights Institute of Inland Southern
• Riverside Mission Belles at Victoria Presbyterian Church
• Riverside Open Mic Music Series at Back to the Grind

Save The Date

• October 17: You're a Good Man Charlie Brown at The Box Theater ($22- $25) 
• October 18: ARToberfest at Riverside Art Museum ($45- $50) 
• October 18: Pink on Parade Breast Cancer Awareness Walk at Ryan Bonaminio Park ($22.20- $32.80) 
• October 18: The Riverside Citrus Classic Bike Ride at Riverside Plaza ($15- $80) 
• October 19: Blue Zones Project Riverside - Mission Inn Run Cheer Squad at Mission Inn 
• October 19: Free Christian Art Exhibit: Icons in Transformation at Immanuel Lutheran Church
• October 25: Aquamotion Aquathon at Shamel Park Pool
• October 25: Friends of the Mission Inn Present: Nosferatu - a Silent Movie at The Mission Inn ($30- $35) 
• October 25: Olivewood Memorial Park Historical Cemetery Tour at Olivewood Memorial Park ($20) 
• November 15: NORA's 44th Annual Dinner & Auction Gala at Victoria Club ($175) 
• December 6: Home and Story: Growing Up with the Museum at Riverside City College | Salvatore G. Rotella Digital Library and Learning Resource Center ($35- $50)

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