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The Riverside County (EDA) has a program called the First Time Home Buyer  program (FTHB) which provides downpayment and a closing cost assistance program that will allow qualified families to purchase a home.

The three basic qualifications for the FTHB Program are:

1. The buyer must be a first time homebuyer
2. The buyer’s annual income must be eighty percent (80%) or less of the area median income
3. The home being purchased must be located in a qualifying location and the purchase price must be within the program price limit.

The buyer must have sufficient income and creditworthiness to qualify for a first mortgage through one of the participating lenders.

The maximum home purchase price under this program is currently $362,790.

Information packet with more in depth info.

Riverside County - Economic Development Agency
PH: (800) 909-0079
FAX: (951) 955-3426

Located at:
1325 Spruce Street, Suite 400
Riverside, CA 92507

www.rivcoeda.org 

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John & Pat Patton
Remax Partners
(951) 371-8844

Riverside County Transportation Commission has approved a $19.1 million contract to build a 5 story parking structure. The North Main Street station is heavily used by residents heading from the Inland Empire to work in Orange and Los Angeles counties.

Increased ridership has forced the Riverside County Transportation Commission to build a 1,065-car parking garage at the station.

The construction will cause a huge inconvenience for the station's more than 600 daily riders. County officials hope the new structure will fix the problem in the long run.

Construction will begin Jan. 7, and starting Dec. 26, shuttles will pick up riders at offsite parking lots at the Taber Street Park and Ride and at the former Edwards Cinema parking lot at 351 W. Rincon St.

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John & Pat Patton
Remax Partners
(951) 371-8844

With Christmas right around the corner I thought it might be helpful to point out the many "How-To" videos available on the Internet. It can be very helpful and inspiring. Here are just a few.

• How to choose a Christmas Tree
• Make a Pop-up Christmas card
• How to make Christmas Pudding
• Wrapping a bottle
• Holiday crafts for kids

They are alot of fun to watch and can really help you out.

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John & Pat Patton
Remax Partners
(951) 371-8844

On December 1st come join the fun at River Heights Intermediate. Located at: 7227 Cleveland Avenue, Corona 92880 from 11:00 am - 5:00 pm

 Admission is FREE!

Proceeds to benefit the River Heights Intermediate ABS

Scheduled performances:

• RHIS Band/Choir
• Drama Club

Activities:

On Thursday, November 29, 6:00 pm at the Historic Civic Center.

• Countdown to Lights
• Live entertainment
• Visit from Santa.

Please remember to bring canned food which will benefit the Settlement House. For more information, please call 951-736-2374.

Location:
Corona Civic Center
815 W. 6th St.
Corona, CA  92879

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John & Pat Patton
Remax Partners
(951) 371-8844

The Corona Civic Light Opera has announced there Christmas Production called "Santa's Toy Camp" This production is a delightful musical / comedy production involving toys who must learn to work together and become the toys that they are. Will the toys be ready for Christmas? Great fun for all ages.

 Show Dates
 
Fri. Nov 30th & Dec 7th 7:00pm
Sat. Dec 1st & 8th 2:00pm
Sat. Dec 1st & 8th 7:00pm
Sun Dec 2nd & 9th 2:00pm

Admission Prices
 
Adult             $12.00
Child or Senior $10.00
Family of five  $50.00

To make reservations call the box office at (951) 739-0162 or go to www.coronaciviclightopera.com. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to a school of your choice in the Corona / Norco school district.

Don't miss it!

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John & Pat Patton
Remax Partners
(951) 371-8844

The community of Corona and Norco are fortunate to have a wonderful charity that you can help. The Settlement House was started as Associated Charities back in 1912 and then was rename in 1918.

Their goal is that no individual or family will go without food or shelter, and no child will go to school without proper clothes.

The run several programs:

Their Thrift Store wich is open Monday thru Friday 10:00am to 4:00pm and Saturday 10:00am to 2:00pm. You can drop off items for donation.

The Food Pantry is open Monday thru Friday 4:00pm to 5:30pm. They are always in need of canned meats & tuna, canned fruits & vegetables, canned soups, rice & beans and peanut butter.

They also have the following additon programs:

• Rent & Mortgage Asstance
• Emergency Shelter
• Utility Assistance
• Holiday Food Baskets
• Holiday Toy Program

Their contact info:
Corona-Norco Settlement House
507 south Vicentia Avenue
Corona, CA 92882
Office: (951) 737-3504
Fax:    (951) 737-3201
settlementhouse@hotmail.com

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John & Pat Patton
Remax Partners
(951) 371-8844

The Promanade Shops at Dos Lagos is having a "Girls Night Out" starting November 15th from 5:00pm to 8:00pm at G by Guess. Then every 1st & 3rd Thursday of the month.

• Get 20% off*
• Mini make-overs
• Neck & shoulder massages by Jade Aveda
• Live music
• Drinks & Hors D'Oeuvres by RA Sushi

The Promanade shops are located at:  2790 Cabot Dr, Corona

Over by the Trader Joes.

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John & Pat Patton
Remax Partners
(951) 371-8844

The Avila Terrace Theatre in downtown Riverside offers up a one of a kind dinner theater experience. They offer a real escape with period settings, live music, authentic costuming, original musical score and scripted mysteries, all within the elegant dining atmosphere of the Mezzanine Restaurant.

Currently playing is "Murder at the Café Noir"

"The charming, relaxed ambiance of the Café Noir is a little off tonight. It seems the proprietor was found dead this morning, floating face-down in the bay. The tension is high and the motives are many. But who-dunnit? Unravel this classic 1940's Bogart-style mystery, as you discover the sordid lies and broken lives of the patrons of the Café Noir. Danger and intrigue abound in this exotic locale...

And if you play your cards right, you just may encounter some unexpected romance along the way. "

For reservations call: (866) 992-5424 

Their menu

Here are directions to The Avila Terrace Theatre.

Today Trader Joe's opened in Dos Lagos. It opened with the pomp and circomstance of the Centenial High School Marching band, Miss Corona and the Corona mayor. There was the typicla ribbon cutting, but because it was Trader Joe's they used a lay. If you have never been to a Trader Joe's you are in for a treat.
	It's not just a grocery store. Sure it has your normal milk, bread and eggs. But they also have many Organic, gourmet and imported taste treats for you to enjoy. And though they have all these unique foods their prices are very reasonable. They have over 280 stores, the closest one was in Riverside. But not anymore, we have one now in Corona.
Hours: 9am to 9pm Address: 2790 Cabot Dr, Corona

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John & Pat Patton
Remax Partners
(951) 371-8844

An REO (Real Estate Owned) is a property that goes back to the mortgage company after an unsuccessful foreclosure auction. Most foreclosure auctions do not even result in bids.  If there was enough equity in the property to satisfy the loan, the owner would have probably sold the property and paid off the bank.  That is why the property ends up in foreclosure.

The bank now owns the property and the loan no longer exists. The bank will handle the eviction, if necessary, and may do some repairs. They will remove tax liens and pay off any homeowner’s association dues. As a purchaser of an REO property, the buyer will receive a title insurance policy and the opportunity to investigate the property.  

Banks always want to sell a property in "as is" condition.  Most will provide a
Section 1 pest certification.

Offers are usually faxed to the bank. There is no formal presentation.  Keep in mind: nothing happens evenings and weekends (banks are closed).

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John & Pat Patton
Remax Partners
(951) 371-8844

The Friends of the Corona Public Library is putting on a series of events where different authors come and speak. These events are free to the public and are presented in the Library Community Room. The author will discuss their books, writing process and have books available for purchase.

On November 14, 2007 at 11:00 AM: Lisa See, Author of Snow Flower and the Secret Fan, discusses her new book, Peony in Love.

Ms. See’s enjoys delving into forgotten history. Come listen!

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John & Pat Patton
Remax Partners
(951) 371-8844

Come to Dos Lagos Amphitheatre for a safety talk presented by the Corona Police Department. Avoid becoming a statistic this hoiday season. They'll cover topics like:

• Kid's defensive techniques "Break & Run"
• Teach children about the possible threat of strangers
• Learn what suspicious behaviour to look for in your neighborhood
• Know when you should contact your local police department
• Snacks provided

Free admission. open to the public

The event will be held on Tuesday, November 13th from 6:30pm - 8:00pm at 2780 Cabot Drive, Corona [map]

For more information, contact:
Denise Seinturier
(951) 667-6277
denise@SECorporation.com

Sponsored by:

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John & Pat Patton
Remax Partners
(951) 371-8844

Bring your family to the grand opening of the Woodcrest Community Library on Saturday, November 10th from 10am til 3pm. Enjoy a puppet show, Magician, live music, balloon artisit, refreshments and giveaways.

The Woodcrest Library is the first Riverside County project to be LEED Certified. LEED stands for “Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design.”

The new library will have almost 30,000 volumes which is more than double the current collection.

The libraries new location is:
16625 Krameria Ave., Riverside, CA 92504 [map]

For more information call (951) 955-9020 or email: rkross@rivcoeda.org

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John & Pat Patton
Remax Partners
(951) 371-8844