California Welcome Center: Yucca Valley

08/28/2026

Twentynine Palms Parks & Recreation Department invites community members to take steps toward better health as registration is now open for the fourth session of the Walk With Ease program, running September 8th- October 15th.

The Walk With Ease (WWE) program will be led by certified instructors and offered three times per week for six weeks at Patriotic Hall. Participants will meet Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 8:30–9:30 a.m. Participation is free, but pre-registration is required by calling the Parks & Recreation Office at 760-367-7562 ext. 1021.

08/28/2026

Happening now!

🩸 Blood Drive Coming to Yucca Valley! 🩸
Join us Friday, August 28, from 10:00 AM–2:00 PM for a community blood drive in the bloodmobile at:
56711 Twentynine Palms Hwy, Yucca Valley

This blood drive is co-hosted by the California Welcome Center ~ Yucca Valley and the Yucca Valley Chamber of Commerce.

❤️ Donate blood and receive a $25 Target Gift Card
Gifted by LifeStream Blood Bank, while supplies last.

✅ Walk-ins welcome
📞 Appointments: 800.879.4484
🔗 lstream.org/yuccavalley
📱 Or scan the QR code on the flyer to schedule your appointment.

Help save lives and support our community—every donation makes a difference!

08/27/2026

🩸 Blood Drive Coming to Yucca Valley! 🩸
Join us Friday, August 28, from 10:00 AM–2:00 PM for a community blood drive in the bloodmobile at:
56711 Twentynine Palms Hwy, Yucca Valley

This blood drive is co-hosted by the California Welcome Center ~ Yucca Valley and the Yucca Valley Chamber of Commerce.

❤️ Donate blood and receive a $25 Target Gift Card
Gifted by LifeStream Blood Bank, while supplies last.

✅ Walk-ins welcome
📞 Appointments: 800.879.4484
🔗 lstream.org/yuccavalley
📱 Or scan the QR code on the flyer to schedule your appointment.

Help save lives and support our community—every donation makes a difference!

08/23/2026

🎨 Okay, art lovers, it's time to get real – which masterpiece is gonna take the cake?

🤔 People's Choice Voting is live in the 8th Call for Art! We're counting on you to pick the winner (no pressure, though 😅).

✅ Browse the online gallery, find your fave, and cast your vote! Remember, one vote per person, so make it a good one 😉.

Voting wraps up on September 1, 2026, so don't wait! We can't wait to see which art piece steals the show 🎉.

https://californiawelcomecenter.com/art-contest-voting-2026/

08/21/2026

People’s Choice Voting is officially open for our 8th Annual Art Contest! 🎨

Now’s your chance to view the artwork online, choose your favorite piece, and cast your vote.

✅ View the artworks online
✅ Pick your favorite
✅ Vote using the online ballot

Voting is open August 21 through September 1, 2026, and is limited to one vote per person.

We always love seeing which pieces connect most with our community and visitors. Be sure to take a look and cast your vote!

https://californiawelcomecenter.com/art-contest-voting-2026/

08/19/2026

🗳️ **People’s Choice Voting is opening soon!**

Our entries will soon be ready for YOU to view, enjoy, and vote for your favorite. Your vote will help determine this year’s **People’s Choice winner!** 🏆

Artists — don’t miss your final chance to enter.

Art lovers — get ready to choose your favorite!

📣 Stay tuned for the official People’s Choice voting announcement and voting link.

08/09/2026

📍 Three Organizations. One Location. One Community. 💙

Did you know the California Welcome Center ~ Yucca Valley, Yucca Valley Chamber of Commerce, and Basin Wide Foundation are all located in the same building?

We are three separate organizations with different missions, but we share one important goal—supporting our community, local businesses, organizations, residents, and visitors throughout the Morongo Basin. 🌵

The California Welcome Center: Yucca Valley helps visitors discover where to stay, eat, shop, explore, and experience our desert region.

The Yucca Valley Chamber of Commerce supports and promotes our local business community.

And Basin Wide Foundation works to strengthen and support organizations and communities throughout the Morongo Basin.

Three missions. One shared space. A whole lot of community connection. 💛

Stop by and say hello—you might be surprised by just how much is happening under one roof!