The 16th Annual Day of the Young Child is scheduled for Saturday, March 7, at Veterans’ Memorial Park in Coachella. The event will run from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and is free to attend. Activities include a trackless train, petting zoo, special guests, and various interactive opportunities for children.
This event is organized by the City of Coachella with support from the Riverside County Office of Education, Inland Empire Health Plan, Lakeshore Learning Store, College of the Desert, and Coachella Valley Unified School District.
The City of Coachella has served as an incorporated municipality since 1946. It covers about 29 square miles and has nearly 42,000 residents. The city is located in eastern Riverside County within the broader Coachella Valley region in Southern California. More details can be found on the city’s website at Coachella.org.
Organizations like the Greater Coachella Valley Chamber contribute to economic development in the area by encouraging tourism and hosting community events that foster connections among residents (official website). The chamber also supports businesses throughout cities such as Cathedral City, Indio, La Quinta, Palm Desert, Palm Springs, Rancho Mirage, and Coachella itself (official website). Their services include leadership training programs, business directories, referral support for members, and advocacy for pro-business policies to help drive local economic growth (official website).