First SundaysFirst Sundays are back! All First Sunday events are from 1-4 p.m. and free of charge. Please take note of First Sundays that will occur at different locations.January 7, 2024 - National House Plant Day - celebrate with succulents February 4, 2024 - Joseph the Reptile Hunter brings his friends to visit with you March 3, 2024 - Hinamatsuri origami April 7, 2024 - National Handmade Day - celebrate with papermaking and other crafts May 5, 2024 - Captain Carl and His Mobile Tidepool (at the SSgt. Salvador J. Lara Casa Blanca Library, 2985 Madison Street) |
Attend fascinating discussions with people from our local community.
No previous expertise necessary!
First Fridays of the month | 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. FREE!
Located at the Main Library Community Room, 3900 Mission Inn Avenue, Riverside.
Friday, January 5, 2024 | 6:30-8:00 p.m.
H. Vincent Moses, Ph.D., Vincate & Associates History
Consultants - RESCHEDULED FROM MAY 2023
“Jekel, Spurgeon, Wilson: Riverside's Architects of the
Spanish Colonial Revival, 1914-1940”
By 1930, the Spanish Colonial Revival (SCR) dominated the
architecture of Southern California. Moses's presentation
will examine the primary works of Riverside's three best
known architects of the SCR 1903-1940 and place them within
the context of SCR in Southern California.
Friday, February 2, 2024 | 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Erin Wilson-Rankin, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of
Entomology, UCR
“Beyond Nectar: Hummingbirds as Pollinators and
Predators in Southern California”
Hummingbirds are well known for their charismatic
appearance, aerial acrobatics, and fierce defense of nectar
resources. In this talk, Dr. Wilson-Rankin will delve
into the sometimes overlooked ecosystem roles played by
hummingbirds in our communities, focusing on their predatory
and pollinating services.
Friday, March 1, 2024 | 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Frances Vasquez, Riverside community cultural historian
“Viva La Mujer: Impactful Local Mexicanas/Latinas”
Countless local women of color have made significant
contributions to society. Too often--and sadly--their names
are lost to history. This truth is prevalent in communities
of color and particularly in our Latina/o communities. In
recognition of National Women's History Month, Frances
Vasquez will honor the wisdom, knowledge, and power of local
impactful women--unsung "sheroes" we should know about.
Their superpowers are resilience, fortitude, determination,
courage, and keen intellect.
Friday, April 5, 2024 | 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Richard Cardullo, Ph.D., Professor of
Biology, UCR
“Engaging Riverside: Educating College Students on the
History and Cultural Importance of the Inland Empire”
Friday, May 3, 2024 | 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Steve Lech, Riverside Historical Society
“Riverside County Through the Lens of Burton Frasher”
Burton Frasher was the most prolific postcard photographer
of the 1920s-1950s. Many of his postcards of Southern
California and Indians of the Southwet are sought-after by
collectors. Author and historian Steve Lech will discuss the
life and work of Frasher and show many postcard views from
throughout Riverside County.
8193 Magnolia Avenue, Riverside, CA 92504
Our new pathways are done! Reserve your free tour of Heritage House.
Regular tours of Heritage House are held Friday, Saturday, and Sunday (12:15-3:15 p.m.)
Please make a reservation to tour Heritage House via
Eventbrite link here.