January 26, 2012

“We Are Murrieta…United We Thrive”

Kimberly Davidson

Go Big or Go Home! is the motto at Spelly’s Pub & Grille in Murrieta, CA and this past Thursday night they were going big and no one was going home. Organized in conjunction with the city, “We Are Murrieta…United We Thrive” was a benefit to raise money for the families of Murrieta’s December homicide victims—Saskia Burke, [...]

A White Christmas in Temecula?

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The Temecula area has so much to offer by way of good food and beverages, a little night life and wine but one thing that is missing from this gorgeous town is the true change in seasons; especially the beauty of a white Christmas. Temecula seems to acknowledge the fact that California is lacking when [...]

Illusions and Laughter Help a Friend in Need

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Lately we have found ourselves covering many charity events that offered a wide variety of talent and last night was no exception.  Upon entering the Creekside Grille at Wilson Creek Winery we were greeted with a warm smile and a glass of champagne.  We were pleasantly surprised when we found ourselves along with a packed [...]

AppUp Contest Could Bring $25,000 to Local School

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“Kids are wired to learn and technology can help them achieve their dreams.”  This is the catch phrase associated with the contest put on by Intel Corporation.  You know Intel, the semiconductor chip that’s most-likely in the computer you are reading this on…and they are giving back to schools by providing technology packages in their latest [...]

Comedy and Magic Night at Wilson Creek Winery to Benefit Local Family

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The family members of  Wilson Creek Winery are hosting a Comedy and Magic event in their Champagne Ballroom on Wednesday, November 30th, 7 pm – 10 pm to help their friend Jim Hermann who was seriously injured a few months ago. Jim Herrmann and his family have resided in the area for many years.  He [...]

The California School of English Brings the World to Temecula

Students from Japan, Spain, Korea, Turkey, France, China, Saudi Arabia

One day a few years back I was in the library and came across a flyer from the California School of English.  They were looking for families to host foreign exchange students for just a few weeks, and I was intrigued.  I have fond memories of the summer I was seventeen and lucky enough to [...]

When Chefs Compete, We All Win

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The venue was Journey at Pechanga and the aromas of exquisite cuisine wafted through the air as I followed my nose to the 4th Annual Chef Open event.  Nine of our best local chefs competed for the title of “Top Chef of Southern California” benefiting the  Oak Grove Center for Education, Treatment & The Arts [...]

Santa Rocks with Kimberly Locke in Temecula

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It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas here in our lovely Temecula. The Promenade was proud to present the official kick off event of the holiday season, The Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony and Santa’s Arrival. Families and friends gathered, bundled in winter attire, with hot chocolate in hand to celebrate this highly anticipated [...]

Let It Ride – Food and Fun While Supporting a Great Cause

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The thunderous sounds of music mixed with the rumbling roars of motorcycles at the Third Annual Help Ride and Music Festival in Old Town Temecula. If you wanted some peace and quiet, this obviously was not the place to be; but if you wanted to rock out to some great music, check out the motorcycles and [...]

Passion for Fashion at Wilson Creek

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A perfect afternoon in Temecula usually involves beautiful weather and delicious food in wine country.  But add in a parade of gorgeous clothes at Wilson Creek Winery -  and  it’s bliss for this writer! The De Luz Women’s Club held their second annual Passion for Fashion luncheon and fashion show this past Saturday.  Their goal was [...]