Corona Events

NEW Homes For Sale In Corona, Ca. Eastvale

2009-11-24T17:58:00Z

If you have been waiting for brand new homes in the Eastvale area of Corona, your wait is over! We have a few BRAND NEW, never lived in homes available.

Sizes range from 1220 sq. ft. to 2220 sq. ft., there are one and two story homes available, and feature from 3 - 5 bedrooms. They are located freeway close, and near new shopping centers, and new schools.

These homes qualify for the first time homebuyer tax credit, as well as the move up home buyer tax credit.

If you would like more information, please call for details!

Liane Thomas, REALTOR®, CDPE©
The Thomas Group, Keller Williams Realty
Serving Corona, Norco, Riverside, and surrounding communities
(951) 454-3805
www.AllCoronaHomes.com
www.FreeNorcoHomeSearch.com
www.FreeRiversideHomeSearch.com
Ca DRE #01704162

FREE Corona Event ~ Tree Lighting Ceremony December 6, 2009

2009-11-18T00:43:00Z

Save the date! Here is another free event for the residents of Corona!

The Tree Lighting and Holiday Celebration is scheduled for Sunday, December 6, 2009, and will include entertainment by the Corona Symphony Jazz Band and a special performance by the world famous All American Boys Chorus. The event will also include a ride on the polar express (trackless train), Santa’s workshop (children's crafts), photos with Santa provided by CAT theater ($5.00 each) and hot cocoa, apple cider and cookies. The event will culminate with the lighting of the holiday tree. This event will be held at the City Hall South Lawn which is directly behind the Civic Center Complex located at 400 S Vicentia St, Corona. Festivities begin at 5:00 p.m. with the lighting ceremony to take place around 7:00 p.m. For more information call 951-736-2241. Please join us as we celebrate the holiday season.

Information brought to you by:

Liane Thomas, REALTOR®
The Thomas Group, Keller Williams Realty
1860 Compton Avenue
Corona, Ca 92881
Serving Corona, Norco, Riverside, and Surrounding Communities
951.454.3805
www.AllCoronaHomes.com

BJ's Restaurant Corona Fundraiser October 28, 2009

2009-10-26T10:00:00Z

The Corona Police Department invites you to "Tip-A-Cop" at Bj's Restaurant (2520 Tuscany) on October 28th from 5PM. Officers will be paired with servers to raise funds for the annual "Kids and Cops" event in our community. Bring an unwrapped gift and receive a special treat!

Information provided by:

Liane Thomas, REALTOR®
The Thomas Group, Keller Williams Realty
1860 Compton Avenue
Corona, Ca 92881
Serving Corona, Norco, Riverside, and Surrounding Communities
951.454.3805
www.AllCoronaHomes.com

Fun and Free Stuff! August 8, 2009 in Corona, Ca.

2009-08-05T13:44:00Z

We love summer and all the great things you can do in Corona for FREE! Here are two fun things to do this weekend!

If you have not gone to the Farmers Market yet, give it a try. It happens every Saturday from 8:30 am -12:30 pm at Main and Rincon at the Marketplace. There is a huge variety of locally grown produce at good prices. Come early for the best selection.

Also on Saturday, another free concert at Dos Lagos, 2870 Cabot Drive, Corona. This week feature is Heartbreakers Tribute to Pat Benatar. Show starts at 7pm, and is F*R*E*E!

information provided by:

Liane Thomas, REALTOR®, CDPE©
Serving Corona, Norco, Riverside, and surrounding communities
(951) 454-3805
www.AllCoronaHomes.com
www.FreeNorcoHomeSearch.com
www.FreeRiversideHomeSearch.com
Liane@LianeThomas.com

Ca DRE #01704162

FREE Corona Event! Water Efficiency Training and Landscape Tips

2009-07-14T13:45:00Z

Did you know we have water restrictions? On Thursday, July 16th 2009, the City of Corona Department of Water and Power will host a class to help us learn how to cut our water usage. These classes are open to home owners and Corona residents.

Thurs., July 16, 2009, 6:00 pm
City of Corona
745 Corporation Yard Way

can't make that one? There will be a 2nd opportunity on

Sat., July 18, 2009, 10:00 am
City of Corona
400 S. Vicentia Ave.
City Hall, 1 st Floor Multi-Use Room

FOR MORE INFORMATION & TO RSVP CONTACT THE WATER RESOURCES GROUP @ 951.736.2234

Thanks, and hope to see you there!

Information provided by:

Liane Thomas, REALTOR(R), CDPE
The Thomas Group, Keller Williams Realty
Serving Corona, Norco, Riverside, and surrounding communities
www.AllCoronaHomes.com
951.454.3805

Cookout Preparation and Safety Tips for Backyard Grilling!

2009-07-03T17:42:00Z

Make Sure Your Tank is Ready:

- A damaged tank - consumers should not try to repair damaged tanks.
- Obsolete tanks - tanks with round- or star-shaped handwheels do not contain Overfill Prevention Devices (OPD) and can no longer be filled.
- Empty tanks - You can get a fresh, ready to grill tank that includes an OPD.

Transport Your Tank Safely - After you buy your tank, secure it upright in a well-ventilated area of your vehicle. Take it directly to the point of use.

Check for Leaks - When attaching your tank to the grill, use soapy water to check the tank and valve for leaks. Open the valve but leave the appliance off while testing. Don’t use a match or open flame to check for leaks. Blue Rhino includes safety and leak checking information on the side of your tank to help.

Lighting Your Grill - Before lighting, always refer to the grill manufacturer’s safety and operating instructions.

Tank Storage - When you store a tank, be sure to keep it in an upright, vertical position. Never store tanks in a garage, building, or enclosed area. Never store an extra tank under your grill.

Tips provided by:

Liane Thomas
The Thomas Group, Keller Williams Realty
Serving Corona, Riverside, Norco, and surrounding communities
(951) 454-3805
www.AllCoronaHomes.com

What Was Your Name? Tips to Improve Your Memory

2009-06-30T13:16:00Z

Tips for Improving Memory
Have you ever been introduced to someone, only to forget her name two seconds after you shake her hand?
Don't worry. This is NOT evidence that you're losing your mind. Turns out, it's actually an extremely common occurrence for many people. The good news is there is plenty of research on the subject and there are a number of simple, practical steps you can take to improve your memory now and long into the future.
With that in mind, here are a couple of great tips for proactively strengthening your memory:

Tip #1: Neurobic Exercise

You know all about the wonderful effects aerobic exercise has on the heart, but have you heard of neurobic exercise for the brain?
According to Lawrence Katz, co-author of Keep Your Brain Alive: 83 Neurobic Exercises, the best exercise for the brain is to force it to form "new patterns of association" or new pathways. In other words, challenge your brain every day. take it off autopilot and make it relearn or create new associations with the most routine activities of your day.
Katz's book offers numerous examples of small changes you can make to activate your brain, including: brushing your teeth with the other hand; taking an alternative route to work; moving your wastebasket to the other side of your desk; closing your eyes while putting your key in and unlocking the front door; and changing where you and your family members sit at the dinner table.
So if you feel like your memory might be starting to slip a bit, try some of these simple neurobic exercises today!

Tip #2: Mnemonic Drilling

There are actually three steps or stages of memorization: acquisition, consolidation, and retrieval. That means, once we acquire new information, like someone's name for instance, the way in which we consolidate that data will directly affect how well we're able to retrieve it from memory.
Whether you're a visual or auditory type of learner, there are many mnemonic devices that can help you to better organize or consolidate the new information that you need to recall.
Here's an example of simple steps that might help:
First, associate the data you want to remember with common images. For instance, let's say you meet someone named Jennifer Green. Imagine Jennifer playing golf, or picture her wearing all green clothes, or imagine her face painted completely green.
Second, think of associations you can use to help you remember this person. For instance, link Jennifer to the quality that best fits her personality (use alliteration and rhymes whenever possible): Jolly Jennifer Green.
Finally, connect sound to your memory by saying the name aloud.
Do this regularly and, before you know it, you'll never forget anyone's name again!

And please remember Liane for all your Real Estate Needs!
Liane Thomas, REALTOR(R), CDPE
Thomas Realty Group, Keller Williams Realty
Serving Corona, Norco, Riverside, and surrounding communities
951.454.3805
www.AllCoronaHomes.com
CA DRE #01704162

July 4, 2009 FREE Corona Events Fireworks, Parade!

2009-06-26T13:55:00Z

Here is the lineup for our July 4th activities this year.

The parade will begin at 10am on Main Street, Corona. The parade route is from Ontario to Olive. If you want to sponsor or take part in the parade, please call 951 736-2241. Slated to appear are Wheels on Parade, Pets on Parade, and the US Army 40th Infantry Division Band.

Fireworks will be done at Santana Park again this year, 598 Santana Way, Corona. There will be games, food and entertainment beginning at 4pm, and the formal program and fireworks are slated to start at about 8:15pm. FREE additional parking is located at Crossroads Church at Ontario and Fullerton.

This is a free event for families, so please, no pets, no booze, and no smoking. If you need more info, please call Parks and Community Services at (951) 736-2241.

provided by:
Liane Thomas, REALTOR(R), CDPE
The Thomas Group, Keller Williams Realty
Serving Corona, Norco, Riverside and surrounding communities
www.AllCoronaHomes.com
951.454.3805

Relay for Life! 2009 at Santana Park

2009-06-26T13:43:00Z

This annual event takes place from 9AM on Saturday, June 27th - 9AM on Sunday, June 28th and raises money for the American Cancer Society's fight against the disease. Join the fight against cancer and join the Relay for Life!
Santana Park is located at 598 Santana Way, Corona.

You can visit anytime from Saturday morning 9am til Sunday morning 9am, we walk all night long, and we'd love to see you come out and take a few minutes to walk with us!

Learn more about the event at www.RelayforLife.org.

Information provided by:
Liane Thomas, REALTOR(R), CDPE
The Thomas Group, Keller Williams Realty
Serving Corona, Norco, Riverside, and surrounding areas
951.454.3805
www.AllCoronaHomes.com

Beat the Heat! 10 Ways To Cut Your Electric Bill This Summer!

2009-06-26T13:37:00Z

Summer’s warm temperatures typically bring an increased demand for electricity, as people turn on fans and air conditioners to help keep cool. Coupled with rising costs for energy supply, this could mean higher electric bills for those who don’t plan ahead.

Turn off everything you’re not using; lights, TVs, computers, etc. Use dimmers, timers and motion detectors on indoor and outdoor lighting.

Set a programmable thermostat to your daily and weekend schedule. Raising your thermostat from 73 to 78 degrees can save you as much as 15% in cooling costs during the summer.

Close blinds, shades and draperies facing the sun to keep the sun’s heat out and help fans and air conditioners cool more efficiently.

Check the weather-stripping and caulking around doors and windows. Eliminate air leaks between window air conditioners and windows with foam insulation or weather-stripping.

Close doors leading to uncooled parts of your home. With central air, close off vents to unused rooms.

Use fans to draw cooler air inside during the night and circulate air during the day. Even if you have air conditioning, ceiling and other fans provide additional cooling and better circulation so you can raise the thermostat and contain air conditioning costs.

Delay heat-producing tasks such as washing and drying laundry or dishes until later in the day, and wait until loads are full.

Refrain from using nonessential appliances. Unplug or use only when necessary an extra refrigerator in your garage. A refrigerator in an uncooled space such as a garage uses more energy on hot summer days than it does during the winter.

Replace your four most used 100-watt incandescent bulbs with four comparable 23-watt compact fluorescent bulbs. ENERGY STAR® -labeled compact fluorescents work well almost anywhere incandescent bulbs are in use, and can save you a significant amount of money over their lifetime.

Plant shade trees close to the house on the south and west sides.

Hope this helps you save some money this summer.

Information provided by:
Liane Thomas, REALTOR(R), CDPE
The Thomas Group, Keller Williams Realty
Serving Corona, Riverside, Norco and surrounding communities
951.454.3805
www.AllCoronaHomes.com

Fender Guitar Center Hosts Another Free Event for Corona Residents!

2009-06-17T15:32:00Z

Don't ya just love Fender?! On Saturday June 20th The Fender Center is hosting The Music Sausage Festival. The Woodie Johnson Band and Jody Maroni present a community fair with something for everyon! Music, Carnival Rides, Great Raffle prizes, Exhibits and Food! This event is good for all ages, so come out, bring your family, and let's have a great time! The Fender Center is located in the heart of Corona at 365 N. Main, Corona. Festivities begin at 4pm, and if you need more info, please call 951 735-2440.

Information provided by:
Liane Thomas, REALTOR(R), CDPE
The Thomas Group, Keller Williams Realty
Serving Corona, Norco, Riverside, and surrounding communities
www.AllCoronaHomes.com
951.454.3805

Corona Blood Drive June 18, 2009

2009-06-12T13:39:00Z

The City of Corona and the American Red Cross are hosting a Community Blood Drive 10AM-4PM on June 18th, 2009. Please join us at the Corona City Hall Multi-Purpose Room located at 400 S. Vicentia Avenue, Corona. This is such an important cause, we hope to see you there!
If you need more information, please call the American Red Cross at 951 817-5824, and visit them on the web at www.givelife.org. Thanks!

Information provided by:

Liane Thomas, REALTOR(R), CDPE
The Thomas Group, Keller Williams Realty
1860 Compton Avenue
Corona, Ca 92881
Serving Corona, Norco, Riverside, and Surrounding Communities
951.454.3805
www.AllCoronaHomes.com

FREE Hazardous Waste Clean Up June 12 & 13, 2009

2009-06-12T13:35:00Z

Reminder, this weekend is your opportunity to get rid of all that toxic stuff that is hiding in your garage! This Friday and Saturday, June 12 & 13, you have the opportunity to drop off hazardous waste, including:

ammonia antifreeze batteries (car and home) BBQ propane tanks chlorine cleansers computers and monitors fluorescent tubes kerosene latex paint oil based paint pesticides solvents syringes & needles TVs used oil and filters

Please limit to 5 gallons or 50 pounds per vehicle, however you can make several trips.
Do NOT mix materials, and pack drop off items in a sturdy box in the trunk of your car.
No explosives, ammunition, or radioactive materials, please.

Location: City of Corona Corporation Yard, 770 Corporation Yard Way (off Cota between River and Railroad)
Hours: 9am - 2pm, Friday and Saturday, June 12th and 13th.

This FREE event is open to all residents of Riverside County, for more info, visit www.rivcowm.org or call 800 304-2226.

Information provided by:
Liane Thomas, REALTOR(R), CDPE
Thomas Realty Group
Serving Corona, Riverside, and surrounding communities
www.AllCoronaHomes.com
951 454-3805

Free Story Telling at Corona Public Library

2009-06-06T16:44:00Z

Help your child learn to love books by coming to our regularly scheduled storytimes, offered free of charge year-round! This is a great way to have an adventure with your kids and not spend any money!

Family Night for the entire family every Wednesday evening at 7:00 pm.
Pre-School Storytime for children ages 3-5 on Thursday mornings at 10:15 and 11:15. Max 30 children.
Itty Bitty Time for infants birth to two, with a caregiver, Thursday mornings at 10:20 and 11:20.
Club Corona for children ages 6-10, the third Monday of every month at 4:00 p.m.

FREE Corona Pets on Parade May 30, 2009

2009-05-24T13:25:00Z

All pets are welcome to participate in the "Pets on Parade" competition at the Corona Public Library! Your animal may compete in the following categories: Best Dressed, Ugliest Pet, Cutest Pet, Best Trick, and Best Talker. Please stop by the Library to register your animal prior to the day of the competition. Registration is free! For more information, please visit www.CoronaPublicLibrary.org or call (951) 279-3689.

The library is located at 650 S. Main Street, Corona.

Information Provided By:
Liane Thomas, REALTOR(R)
Thomas Realty Group, Inc.
Serving Corona, Riverside, and Surrounding Communities
www.AllCoronaHomes.com
951.454.3805