“We’re helping the youth in this valley, the seniors, and each other,” she said. “I think it takes all of us to make this valley really excel,” he said.Ĭhamber Executive Director Cyndi Lemke said it is inspiring to see everyone come together to help others. Soboba Tribal Chairman Isaiah Vivanco welcomed everyone on behalf of the Soboba Band of Luiseño Indians and the Soboba Foundation and thanked them for working as a community to support local economy. It is also to show appreciation for the year-long membership that connects the community business-wise and personally. The purpose of the holiday mixer is to share time with each other, meet new members and reconnect with familiar ones. The banquet buffet offered great food options for the approximately 300 guests. Good cheer was spread throughout the room with elegant decorations and dessert bars that featured everything from gingerbread men to snowflake cookies. This was the 14th year the joint mixer has taken place, at various locations throughout the valley. The annual Soboba Foundation and Soboba Casino Resort Joint Hemet/San Jacinto Valley Chamber Holiday Mixer took place on Dec. Before signing their name, they requested Santa give their favorite reindeer a big hug and kiss with a blank line for the reindeer’s name. The “official” letter gave children a place to explain something they did that was extra nice and some special Christmas wishes they had.

Soboba Tribal TANF offered a Letters to Santa station that included a mailbox with a direct delivery to the North Pole. Tribal Administration and the Soboba Foundation were joined by Tribal Chairman Isaiah Vivanco at their cheerfully decorated station where visitors could pick up a take-home Gingerbread House kit.

Christian Aceves, Director at the Soboba Tribal Environmental Department, won in the 18+ category wearing a green sweatshirt embellished with recycled items, what else? They were John McKay, Chris Vallez and Wayne Nelson.Īn “ugly” sweater contest produced some adorable contestants in the youngest age category of 0-4 and for ages 5-7 and 8-11, prizes were given to the most festive and cutest. The top three vote getters, judged on complexity and creativity, received cash prizes. Santa Claus.Ībout 10 brightly decorated vehicles made their way to the event from The Oaks, honking and tossing candy treats to residents who lined the parade route. There were activities and fun for all ages with food and retail vendors, department booths and a visit from Mr. 2 when the Soboba Parks and Recreation Department hosted its 4th annual Tree Lighting Ceremony and Light Parade at the Soboba Sports Complex.

Christmas celebrations kicked off on Dec.

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