You smell that? It’s the first weekend of spring, folks! Whether it’s at a show or basking in the So Cal sunshine, don’t miss the chance to have a little fun this weekend.

A selection of Richard Cronberg’s photos, capturing the colors and beauty of nature’s wildlife, will be on exhibit from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Mar. 24-25 at the Santa Rosa Plateau Ecological Reserve. (Courtesy photo)
Here’s a sampling of the great stuff happening in Southwest Riverside:
39400 Clinton Keith Road, Murrieta
A selection of Richard Cronberg’s photos, capturing the colors and beauty of nature’s wildlife, will be on exhibit from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Mar. 24-25 at the Santa Rosa Plateau Ecological Reserve.
Various wineries in Temecula
Wine and song are flowing as spring in Temecula wine country gets going. From Keyways to Wilson Creek, there will be live music and a delicious glass of wine waiting for you every weekend.
27531 Ynez Road, Temecula
Ready to jump into “The Hunger Games” film debut frenzy? Guests who bring a canned food item when they come to see any movie at UltraStar Cinemas from March 23-29 will receive a coupon for a free promotional size popcorn.
42051 Main Street, Temecula
This is a must-see event for the little ones! Dora and her friends will be taking part in the most excellent of adventures from March 22-28. For tickets and showtime information at Old Town Temecula Community Theater, visit www.temeculatheater.org.
45000 Pechanga Parkway
Don’t miss the chance to hear this 10-man a capella group as they synchronize and harmonize their vibrant sound on the stage at Pechanga’s popular Showroom Theater. The concert kicks off at 8 p.m. on March 24 at Pechanga Resort & Casino. Tickets are still available.
Free events at Pala Casino Spa & Resort
11154 Highway 76, Pala
Pala Casino Spa & Resort is hosting its free Events Series in February featuring live dance parties with Siren’s Crush and Pop Vinyl on Fridays and Tribute Concerts on Saturday nights in the Infinity Showroom.
42081 Main Street, Temecula
Itty-bitty superheroes will be taking over Pennypickles’ house from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on March 23 at Temecula Children’s Museum.
31300 Rancho Community Way, Temecula
The Temecula Murrieta Rescue Mission is hosting a farmer’s market with plans to run the event indefinitely from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturdays and Sundays at Rancho Community Church. Bags full of fresh produce will cost as little as $5. Proceeds benefit local families in need.
42051 Main Street, Temecula
Music is always happening at The Merc in Old Town Temecula. Friday’s feature good old fashioned rock ‘n roll and Saturday’s go country at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15. Then, it’s Classics at The Merc at 3 p.m. on Sunday. Tickets are $11.
Let SWRNN know about your future events at events@swrnn.com.
Kerri S. Mabee can be reached at kerri.mabee@swrnn.com. Follow me on Twitter @kerrimabee.








