> ## 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. # 🍊Your Riverside Weekend- August 8, 2026 - URL: https://www.raincrossgazette.com/your-riverside-weekend-august-8-2026/ - Published: 2026-08-08T12:00:28.000Z - Updated: 2026-08-09T02:11:23.000Z - Author: Gazette Staff - Tags: Newsletter ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b3/b2/b3b29e3b-298e-485f-86ca-3034c21e3784/content/images/2026/02/_DSC5738.jpg) **Your Riverside Weekend- August 8, 2026** **Happy Saturday, Riverside!** We hope your week treated you well. Before you head into your weekend, we've gathered the stories that defined life in our city this week — from City Hall to community happenings. You're in the right place to catch up — your weekend starts here. --- Advertisement ([Become an advertiser](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/advertise/)) [![Advertisement](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone_static/169513/image/0?seed=20260808)](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone%5Fstatic/169513/click/0?seed=20260808&ref=raincrossgazette.com) --- [Latino Network Weighs Path Forward for César Chávez MemorialMonths after Dolores Huerta’s abuse allegations against the labor leader, the nonprofit is surveying the community on the downtown statue’s future.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b3/b2/b3b29e3b-298e-485f-86ca-3034c21e3784/content/images/icon/rg-1-974ede1c-8f84-44cd-aa7d-5349fa92fc73.png)The Raincross GazetteMicaela Ricaforte![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b3/b2/b3b29e3b-298e-485f-86ca-3034c21e3784/content/images/thumbnail/RG-Feat-Image-Template-2-9f2c302c-9dc6-4c4f-8f9b-914db7646a33.jpg)](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/latino-network-weighs-path-forward-for-cesar-chavez-memorial/) [Opinion: What We’re Really Doing About HomelessnessHousing alone won’t solve homelessness. It takes safety, partnerships, prevention and investment, the city’s four-part approach.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b3/b2/b3b29e3b-298e-485f-86ca-3034c21e3784/content/images/icon/rg-1-ad203c67-4091-4db6-b8ed-9c6c2a835d9c.png)The Raincross GazettePatricia Lock Dawson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b3/b2/b3b29e3b-298e-485f-86ca-3034c21e3784/content/images/thumbnail/Caltrans-Partnership---Lawrence-C-29-99135761-8a86-4636-a77f-e1747dd42131.jpg)](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/opinion-what-were-really-doing-about-homelessness/) [Runoff Election Prompts Faster Charter Review Appointment ProcessThe Governmental Processes Committee says a Wards 2 and 4 runoff has squeezed the timeline for seating the next Charter Review Committee.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b3/b2/b3b29e3b-298e-485f-86ca-3034c21e3784/content/images/icon/rg-1-5cf356ed-289c-4afb-a6e1-5176554c4946.png)The Raincross GazetteMicaela Ricaforte![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b3/b2/b3b29e3b-298e-485f-86ca-3034c21e3784/content/images/thumbnail/Screenshot-2026-07-18-at-4.57.28---PM-f654ef1d-442e-4d49-b5f1-64eae741c8b4.png)](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/runoff-election-prompts-faster-charter-review-appointment-process/) --- Advertisement ([Become an advertiser](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/advertise/)) [![Advertisement](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone_static/169515/image/0?seed=20260808)](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone%5Fstatic/169515/click/0?seed=20260808&ref=raincrossgazette.com) --- [Raincross Rundown: The Best of Riverside in August 2026The heat’s still on and backpacks are out, but August isn’t slowing down. From walking tours to trivia nights to a fundraiser for young musicians, here’s what’s worth your time this month.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b3/b2/b3b29e3b-298e-485f-86ca-3034c21e3784/content/images/icon/rg-1-dc925c60-ae87-41d1-80a2-c766bc64e687.png)The Raincross GazetteGazette Staff![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b3/b2/b3b29e3b-298e-485f-86ca-3034c21e3784/content/images/thumbnail/RG-Feat-Image-Template-5-1-fb55602d-8992-4995-a0d7-9355ae290288.jpg)](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/raincross-rundown-the-best-of-riverside-in-august-2026/) [Neighbor of the Week: Mauryce A. KennonNeighbor of the Week is a series profiling the hidden heroes of Riverside, doing incredible works of service throughout our different neighborhoods.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b3/b2/b3b29e3b-298e-485f-86ca-3034c21e3784/content/images/icon/rg-1-9a76b310-a75b-40d7-a518-ab51dbad5e00.png)The Raincross GazetteGazette Staff![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b3/b2/b3b29e3b-298e-485f-86ca-3034c21e3784/content/images/thumbnail/Mauryce-Kennon--A-e50beae4-9e90-48ff-bb0a-6085f3af10fe.jpg)](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/neighbor-of-the-week-mauryce-a-kennon/) [New Magnolia AvenueHow a 1912 fill project connected Riverside’s grandest avenue to its downtown core.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b3/b2/b3b29e3b-298e-485f-86ca-3034c21e3784/content/images/icon/rg-1-1483918f-0eaa-4028-96f9-5c1ccedab6a2.png)The Raincross GazetteGlenn Wenzel![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b3/b2/b3b29e3b-298e-485f-86ca-3034c21e3784/content/images/thumbnail/8-Riv-City-Str-III-11-Elmwood-Court---Magnolia-Ave.-CLD1-179-c16b8056-0830-4bb3-bb0d-be511dad8436.jpg)](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/new-magnolia-avenue/) [For Children in Foster Care, CASA Volunteers Help Make Summer Feel Like ChildhoodWith nearly 6,000 kids expected in foster care this year, the nonprofit Voices for Children says summer is when kids need CASA volunteers most.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b3/b2/b3b29e3b-298e-485f-86ca-3034c21e3784/content/images/icon/rg-1-19be2351-87e1-4a7a-90e2-132406ca5562.png)The Raincross GazetteMicaela Ricaforte![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b3/b2/b3b29e3b-298e-485f-86ca-3034c21e3784/content/images/thumbnail/photo-1603430732749-290c38a19c4b-32adc33c-0d0f-43f3-bbca-0382143cf163)](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/for-children-in-foster-care-casa-volunteers-help-make-summer-feel-like-childhood/) --- Advertisement ([Become an advertiser](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/advertise/)) [ ![Advertisement](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone_static/169514/image/0?seed=20260808) ](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone%5Fstatic/169514/click/0?seed=20260808&ref=raincrossgazette.com) --- ## Weather Forecast ☀️ Sun, Aug 9 — 101° / 71° · Mostly Sunny ⛅ Mon, Aug 10 — 97° / 69° · Partly Cloudy ⛅ Tue, Aug 11 — 96° / 68° · Partly Cloudy ☀️ Wed, Aug 12 — 94° / 66° · Mostly Sunny ☀️ Thu, Aug 13 — 91° / 64° · Mostly Sunny ⛅ Fri, Aug 14 — 90° / 64° · Partly Cloudy ☀️ Sat, Aug 15 — 92° / 65° · Sunny 👏 Good news, neighbors — we're finally coming down off that triple-digit ledge. Sunday's the last real scorcher at 101°, then it eases toward the low 90s by the weekend. Still hot enough to fry an egg on the sidewalk, so keep that water bottle glued to your hand through midweek. **Fair warning:* we're not meteorologists! Our forecasts are pulled from public weather data as a little extra for our readers. For the most current conditions, your favorite weather app knows more than we do — but we'll always do our best to help you plan your weekend.* ☀️ --- ## 💬 Staff Picks — What we're talking about around the Gazette this week 🏝️ **Justin** is excited to live it up for one last weekend before all his kiddos start school again next week. 😅 **Amy** has reached peak "too much good stuff happening at once." It's the nicest problem to have, and she's not complaining, just slightly out of breath. --- ## Save the Date - August 9: [FREE YOGA - The Evolution of Ashtanga with Kristin Varner](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/free-yoga-the-evolution-of-ashtanga-with-kristin-varner/19060739/2026-08-09T08) at Community Yoga Center - August 10: [FREE YOGA - Moody Mondays with Cherie Amour](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/free-yoga-moody-mondays-with-cherie-amour/19504166/2026-08-10T19) at Community Yoga Center - August 10: [Interfaith Prayer Meeting](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/interfaith-prayer-meeting/19553357/2026-08-10T19) at Riverside Baha'i Center - August 12: [FREE YOGA - Seated Yoga with Kristin Varner](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/free-yoga-seated-yoga-with-kristin-varner/19504145/2026-08-12T17) at All Saints Episcopal Church - August 14: [Riverside Sunrise Rotary Club Meeting](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/riverside-sunrise-rotary-club-meeting/18634391/2026-08-14T07) at Zacatecas Café - September 9: [Beginning Square Dance Lessons with Line Dancing](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/beginning-square-dance-lessons-with-line-dancing/19511049/2026-09-09T18) at Cowtown Square Dance Center - October 7: [Fifty & Better Health Fair](https://www.raincrossgazette.com/calendar/#/details/fifty-better-health-fair/19338673/2026-10-07T10) at Janet Goeske Center 🗓️ [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.