Christmas tree recycling highlights composting in Riverside County

BBOP Information Session The Black and Brown Opportunities for Profit (BBOP) Center, an Inland Empire economic and workforce development hub and a project of Time for Change Foundation, has launched Pathways to Prosperity, its Employment Training Pathway Program (ETPP), a comprehensive workforce initiative designed to connect residents facing barriers to employment with the skills, credentials, hands-on experience and employer relationships needed to enter and advance in high-demand careers.

Nearly a century after opening its doors, the downtown landmark remains an important connection between the city's entertainment history and its cultural future. In downtown San Bernardino, the California Theatre of the Performing Arts stands as a reminder of a time when attending a movie or live performance was one of the most anticipated social occasions in a growing Southern California city.

During National Scholarship Month, families are encouraged to check their eligibility for scholarships supporting college and career training.

November 11 screening of acclaimed film “All We Imagine as Light” invites students and community members to experience international cinema and discussion. Films can transport audiences to places they have never visited, introduce them to unfamiliar experiences and encourage them to consider how people in different parts of the world navigate relationships, work and personal challenges.

November 21 event at Olive Avenue Market will introduce residents to drought-tolerant landscaping, city rebates and the benefits of native plants. A beautiful garden does not have to depend on a large lawn or plants that require frequent watering.

Cosme Córdova and Eduvina pose in front of the Division 9 Gallery booth, where visitors had the opportunity to purchase commemorative souvenirs and keepsakes celebrating Riverside's Día de los Muertos Festival.

Competitive gaming is becoming another avenue for students to develop teamwork, communication and technical skills, and Moreno Valley Unified School District is preparing an event focused specifically on female participants.

The Asian American Pacific Islander Student Association will host an evening of friendly competition at the Drayson Center. The cheers of a crowd are not limited to basketball courts, football fields or traditional athletic competitions. Increasingly, students gather around video game screens to compete, encourage friends and enjoy a shared experience.

The Roadrunners defeat Peninsula High School to capture the CIF Southern Section Division 5 title, giving Loma Linda a championship moment worth celebrating. Under the stadium lights in Huntington Beach, a group of young athletes representing Loma Linda Academy delivered a performance that will become part of their school's athletic history.

The Loma Linda Branch Library on November 15 Tails and Stories program gives families an opportunity to combine reading practice with the companionship of therapy dogs. For a child learning to read, a difficult word can sometimes feel like an enormous obstacle. The letters may be familiar, but putting them together takes concentration.

The Grand Terrace school's scheduled observance connects a historic moment in American education with lessons about courage, inclusion and the importance of treating others with dignity. A walk to school is an ordinary part of childhood for many families. Students carry backpacks, greet classmates and make their way toward classrooms where another day of learning awaits.

An October City announcement draws attention to an everyday household practice with benefits for food budgets, kitchen safety and the environment. A basket of fresh produce can represent a week's worth of meals, the results of a successful backyard harvest or an unexpected bargain at the grocery store. Yet without proper storage, even the freshest fruits and vegetables can spoil before a family has an opportunity to use them.