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Temecula History Day Planned At Sam Hicks Monument Park
Want to travel back in time to the early days of Temecula? Join the city's community services team for a rare look at the city's roots.

TEMECULA, CA — The City of Temecula has planned its first annual Temecula History Day event, hosted by the Community Services Department 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 7 at Sam Hicks Monument Park (41970 Moreno Road) in Old Town Temecula.
The city will celebrate with games, food, events and more, according to organizers and Temecula Mayor Pro Tem James 'Stew' Stewart.
"Travel back in time to explore Temecula’s rich history with educational games such as Flood the Temecula Canyon, Great Oak Acorn Gathering, and Temecula Rooster Pull Race. In addition, this free, community-wide, special event will include live music, tractor races,
prizes, candy, and more!
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Starting at 11 a.m., the first 200 attendees will receive free kettle corn and lemonade.
“Our beautiful City’s unique, rich history will be celebrated at Temecula History Day. This is the
perfect opportunity to learn all about our pioneers and legends who helped shape Temecula to what it is today," Stewart said. "This is truly an engaging, educational, and entertaining annual event that will provide fun for the whole family while celebrating our community’s Old Traditions and New Opportunities.”
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Please visit www.TemeculaCA.gov/TCSD for additional information. For updates on this event and other events and programs from the Temecula Community Services Department, please follow @TemeculaParksAndRec over social media.
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