Moreno Valley Police Department Brings 23rd Annual Holiday Cheer Celebration by Sheriff-Coroner: Riverside - City News Group, Inc.

Community Calendar

MARCH
S M T W T F S
01 02 03 04 05 06 07
08 09 10 11 12 13 14
15 16 17 18 19 20 21
22 23 24 25 26 27 28
29 30 31 01 02 03 04
View Events
Submit Events

Moreno Valley Police Department Brings 23rd Annual Holiday Cheer Celebration

By Sheriff-Coroner: Riverside, Community Writer
January 4, 2017 at 04:23pm. Views: 52

MORENO VALLEY>> On Thursday, Dec. 15, 2016, the Moreno Valley Police Department, Community Services Unit hosted the 23rd Annual Operation Holiday Cheer Celebration Dinner at the Moreno Valley Recreation Center Grand Valley Ballroom. The outreach program is intended to brighten the lives of children and adults in the community during the holiday season. The support on the part of Moreno Valley businesses, local residents and civic leaders enabled 46 families, consisting of 158 kids and 63 adults, to attend a catered holiday party complete with food, gifts, entertainment, games and other festivities. Representatives from the Home Depot, 12255 Pigeon Pass Road, Moreno Valley and the Moreno Valley Chapter of Soroptomist International assisted the children in attendance with a craft project. Saboree Catering & Events, 12630 Perris Boulevard, Moreno Valley, provided the meal for the families in attendance. Santa also arrived and provided gifts to the families in attendance. The success of this program relied heavily on the generous donations in the form of money, gift cards, new and unopened toys and non-perishable food items. Officers used the donations to purchase gifts for children as well as provide holiday meals and care packages for each family. The Moreno Valley Police Department said they would like to say “Thank You” to the many community partners and volunteers who made this event possible. "The event gave the Moreno Valley Police Department the opportunity to share a special experience with the children and their families under a positive set of circumstances," Sergeant Melvin Rasmussen said. "Rarely are we able to exchange the smiles and laughter experienced during this event with the community we serve. A special thank you goes out to the Moreno Valley community partners for the heartfelt assistance provided through their donations, cooperation and commitment to the community. Without their efforts this event would not be possible."

Related Articles

Photo Courtesy of: ChatGPT (AI-generated)

By Tracy Calentti, Contributing Writer

February 24, 2026 at 01:49pm. Views: 1051

An AI-rendered image showing a person wearing a hood and gloves removing a property tax payment envelope from a blue mail drop box during low light conditions.

Photo Courtesy of: Assemblymember James C. Ramos Official Website

By Maria Lopez, Contributing Writer

February 17, 2026 at 01:25pm. Views: 951

James C. Ramos is a California State Assemblymember representing the 45th District, known for his leadership on public safety, education, and Native American issues as the first California Native American elected to the Legislature.

Photo Courtesy of: Designed by Freepik

By Kathryne Mccann, Contributing Writer

February 24, 2026 at 01:49pm. Views: 987

A grocery store aisle with refrigerated shelves stocked with milk, creamers, and other dairy products.

Photo Courtesy of: Jsmithwikigt, Wikipedia

By Charmaine Mislang, Community Writer

February 24, 2026 at 01:49pm. Views: 766

City of Grand Terrace images from top, left to right - Grand Terrace City Hall, Blue Mountain Trail, Northeast City Entrance, Historical Plaque, Veterans Wall of Freedom.

Photo Courtesy of: City of San Bernardino, Instagram: IE Voice

By Ruby Stephenson, Contributing Writer

February 24, 2026 at 01:50pm. Views: 865

A bright red and gold dragon costume weaves through a crowd of smiling adults and children at an outdoor festival, as performers lean down to interact with attendees during a lively dragon dance.

Photo Courtesy of: Congressman Pete Aguilar

By Carl M. Dameron, Contributing Writer

February 24, 2026 at 01:48pm. Views: 612

House Democratic Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar represents the 33rd Congressional District of California. He is the keynote speaker at The Democratic Luncheon Club of San Bernardino’s 32nd Annual Banquet and Installation of Officers.

Photo Courtesy of: Elci Photography

By Stella Pierce, Community Writer

February 24, 2026 at 01:48pm. Views: 1319

“Chuck” William Cecil and his wife, Beverly Cecil, stand proudly with Johan Gallo, Grand Terrace Cars & Coffee's coordinator, as they are recognized for their long-standing dedication and support of Grand Terrace Cars & Coffee

Photo Courtesy of: TME Photography by Titan Mom Elvira

By Titan Mom Elvira, Community Writer

February 24, 2026 at 01:48pm. Views: 580

CSHS Athlete of the Week: Abubacarr Saidy

Photo Courtesy of: ChatGPT (AI-generated)

By Ruby Stephenson, Contributing Writer

February 24, 2026 at 01:48pm. Views: 1023

AI-rendered image: Community members, families, and children gather outside the boarded entrance of Moreno Valley Mall, where signs posted on the doors read “Mall Closed,” illustrating the impact of a temporary shutdown on local residents.

Photo Courtesy of: City of Moreno Valley

By William Cortez, Community Writer

February 10, 2026 at 03:03pm. Views: 801

A job seeker speaks with a representative at a Business & Employment Resource Center (BERC) booth during a career fair, where employers share information and resources with attendees in a bright indoor venue.

Photo Courtesy of: CalKIDS

By Vanessa Vizard, Contributing Writer

February 24, 2026 at 01:48pm. Views: 616

An event staff member assists an attendee at the CalKIDS check-in table, helping her register and sharing information as community resources are made available.

Photo Courtesy of: Truly Adams

By Justus Baker-Postell, Community Writer

January 29, 2026 at 09:49am. Views: 963

Riverside racing driver Truly Adams with Cars N' Coffee Riverside organizers Johnny Silva and Natalie Trujillo at the Dec. 20 fundraiser at Cable Airport. The event raised $5,000 to support Adams' Formula 4 racing career.

--> -->