2024's El Grito Was All About the Shout!

EXCLUSIVE REPORT: MoVal's El Grito was a HUGE hit!

On Sunday, September 15, thousands of MoVal residents came together at the Civic Center Amphitheater to celebrate Mexican Independence Day and Hispanic Heritage Month during the annual El Grito de Independencia celebration.

The free celebration featured exciting ballet folklorico performances, mariachis, a charro performance, delicious food, and fun games!

Click the button below to watch the video, or visit moval.org/elgrito to learn more.

Let's Wake Up, Meet Up, and Clean Up!

Ready to make a beautiful difference in your community?

Save the date! Our next Beautify MoVal Community Day of Service is Saturday, October 12, from 8 a.m. to noon.

Join hundreds of your fellow neighbors as we maintain the beauty of Gateway Park in District 2 and Vista Lomas Park in District 4.

Beautify MoVal is a great way to give back to your community, meet your neighbors, and spend a beautiful Moreno Valley day outdoors! We'll meet at City Hall at 8 a.m. for coffee, pastries, and fun before setting off to spruce up our parks!

Join the fun! Visit moval.org/beautify to learn more and sign up.

Help Honor Hometown Heroes

Applications for Military Appreciation Banners and Pavers are due by October 4, 2024. 

The City installs Military Appreciation Banners and Pavers in support of local military personnel and their families. The program also helps promote patriotism and pride throughout our community while recognizing men and women who have served in the past or are currently serving. 

The cost to purchase a Military Appreciation Banner to be designed and installed on City street light poles is $200. The nominee must currently serve in the US military. Banners will be displayed at selected locations on Frederick Street, Cactus Avenue, and Alessandro Boulevard. 

The Veteran’s Military Program Pavers are located around the Memorial at the Civic Center and are inscribed with the names of military veterans and active-duty service personnel and their branches of service. The nominee must currently serve, or have served, in the US military. Similar to the banners, the cost per paver is $200. 

Please contact the City’s Parks & Community Services Department at 951.413.3701 or visit moval.org/banners to access more information and the application.

Hidden Springs: A Hike You'll Like!

Looking for a great way to get some exercise, fresh air, and beautiful scenery? Take a hike!

Join fellow outdoor enthusiasts for a hike to Hidden Springs on Saturday, September 21, at 7:30 a.m. Hikers will meet at Hidden Springs Park near the Hidden Springs Elementary School parking lot, located at 9675 Hidden Springs Drive.

With an “Easy” trail rating, the Hidden Springs hike is 3.3 miles long, with smooth terrain, slow, gradual climbs, and elevation changes of 160 feet. Please note that there are no restrooms available on the hike, and strollers are not recommended due to some rolling hills along the trial.

For questions regarding this hike or any of our other trails and hiking events, contact the Conference and Recreation Center at 951.413.3280 or click here.

Pet of the Week: Teddy

Our Pet of the Week is Teddy, a three-year-old brindle Mastiff mix.

Teddy was named as such because he is as gentle as a teddy bear. His calm demeanor and gentle, soulful gaze will melt your heart and win you over within seconds of meeting him. He's comfortable on a leash and likes walks almost as much as snuggling up together on the couch.

If you would like to make Teddy or any pet from the Moreno Valley Animal Shelter part of your family, please contact the Moreno Valley Animal Shelter at 951.413.3790 or visit www.moval.org/pets.

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