Victorville Connect: Oct. 20

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Victorville Connect - October 20, 2022

26th Annual Veterans Day Celebration

We hope you'll join us for our 26th Annual Veterans Day Celebration on Nov. 11! We'll kick start the event with our Freedom Mile Run at 8:45 a.m. This run is free and participants will receive a commemorative t-shirt while supplies last.

Our Parade will begin at the corner of 7th Street and Tracy Street at 9 a.m. The Ceremony will start at 9:30 a.m. Register for the run and view the Ceremony at the corner of 7th Street and Forrest Avenue.

Tell us about a Veteran you know and love to be honored during our ceremony or apply to participate in our parade. Veteran Information Forms and Parade Entry Applications are available on our website at VictorvilleCA.gov/VeteransDay and due by Oct. 24.

Measure P Oversight Committee Vacancies

We’re seeking applicants to fill vacancies on our Measure P Oversight Committee representing the stakeholder positions of clergy, local major retail industry, and non-profit social services provider.

Victorville residents are encouraged to apply at VictorvilleCA.gov/MPOC.

Hallow-Boo Drive Thru

Looking for a spooky good time? Come out to our Hallow-Boo Drive Thru Trunk or Treat on Oct. 28 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Victorville City Hall.

Costumes and car decorations are encouraged, but visitors must remain in their vehicles. Attendees will cue in line on Civic Drive near Park Avenue where they will be directed to drive thru our City Hall parking lot to collect candy from staff at City booths decorated in a variety of fun themes.

To learn more, call (760) 245-5551.

Victor Valley Bicycle Tour

Join hundreds of cyclists from across the Southwest for the 7th Annual Victor Valley Bicycle Tour on Oct. 29. Choose to ride 62, 30 or 10 miles.

The event starts at Apple Valley Civic Park and includes our scenic Mojave Riverwalk next to Victor Valley College. To register, visit active.com.

Our Southern California Logistics Airport is proud to sponsor this great event that raises funds to promote bicycle safety and cycling as a healthy lifestyle in our community.

Learn more at victorvalleybicycletour.com.

Victorville Fire Museum

Something special is in the works!

Earlier this month, we interviewed former Victorville Fire Chief Rudy Cabriales for a video that will highlight the rich history included in our Victorville Fire Museum. It was a treat for us to hear his story and learn about his service to our community.

In the coming days, we’ll travel back in time with additional fire chiefs and firefighters who have served the City of Victorville.

STEAM for Children and Teens

We have two great STEAM programs for children and teens at our Victorville City Library.

Our Monthly STEAM for children eight and up is held the second Monday of each month at 4 p.m. Teen STEAM for ages 12 and up is held the second Wednesday of each month at 4:30 p.m. Both programs are free.

For more information, call (760) 245-4222.

The project is supported in whole or part by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act, administered in California by the State Librarian.

Creepy Crafts at Victorville City Library

We hope you'll join us for creepy crafts and spooky snacks at our Victorville City Library! Children up to age 12 are invited to make a craft for free Oct. 24-28 from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. Costumes are encouraged!

For more information, call (760) 245-4222.

Storykits for Children

Check out our new Storykits for children at our Victorville City Library.

Storykits contain books and interactive items like shapes, trains, and other toys that help bring stories to life.

For more information, call (760) 245-4222.

COVID-19 Vaccine & Testing Information

San Bernardino County continues to offer convenient COVID-19 testing and vaccine locations. To make an appointment for a COVID-19 test or vaccination, visit sbcovid19.com. For more information, call the County Helpline at (909) 387-3911.