Flagpole dedication & Oak Glen in World War 2
Special Flagpole Installation Dedication to Honor Three Oak Glen WWII Heroes and Their Families at Los Rios Rancho
Oak Glen, CA — April 18, 2026 — A special dedication and flagpole installation ceremony honoring three late World War II veterans from Oak Glen will take place on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at Los Rios Rancho, located at 39611 Oak Glen Road. The ceremony is part of the annual Apple Blossom Festival kickoff and will celebrate the legacies of local servicemen and the families (Anton, Law, Colby) whose contributions helped shape Oak Glen into the beloved apple-growing and tourist destination it is today.
The event will begin at 11:00 a.m., with live music starting at 10:30 a.m., inviting the community to gather early and enjoy the scenic orchard setting while paying tribute to local history and sacrifice.
Featured speaker Todd Anton, World War II historian and author, will share insights into Oak Glen’s role during the war years and honor the three local veterans who served their country during World War II, including one who was killed in action during the Normandy campaign. Anton is the grandson of Oak Glen legend Blackie Wilshire, and son of WWII/Korean War veteran Wally Anton, served on the Board of Trustees at the National World War II Museum in New Orleans, bringing a unique personal and historical perspective to the program.
The ceremony will recognize not only the military service of these three men with a beautiful new flagpole installation, but also honoring the pioneering families whose orchards and community spirit transformed Oak Glen into a cherished Southern California destination known for its apple harvests, hospitality, and heritage.
Community members, veterans, families, and visitors attending the Apple Blossom Festival are invited to participate in this meaningful tribute with the combined partnerships of the High Desert's Tri-Community Kiwanis Club, Yucaipa Valley Kiwanis Club, The Oak Glen Apple Growers Association, and Los Rios Rancho
Event Details
What: WWII Heroes Dedication Ceremony
When: Saturday, April 18, 2026
Music: 10:30 a.m. | Ceremony: 11:00 a.m.
Where: Los Rios Rancho
39611 Oak Glen Road
Oak Glen, California
Admission to the presentation is FREE!
Gospel Sing
Join us in the Riley's Farm for an old time Community Gospel Sing
The Riley's to lead and along with friends- provide some special bluegrass songs.
Cookies and coffee provided
Limited handicapped parking, but load and unload area available
Plan to sing along and request your favorite hymn
Address:
12253 Oak Glen Rd. RILEYS FARM entrance. Follow signs to the Barn
This is a FREE EVENT
Canning Workshop
Interested in starting your own homestead? Have we got the class for you!
In our strawberry canning class, Master Canner, Vonny Bastedo will lead you through the start to finish process of canning strawberries. This is a hands on class, meant to give you the confidence to preserve your own food.
Come join us at Los Rios Rancho for our Intro to Homesteading Classes, where we will give you all of the tools to begin supplying yourself and your family with homegrown goods.
No experience required.
Please look carefully at each class description, as each day of classes will cover a different topic.
What's included
Tools necessary for the days projects. Produce and livestock are provided for the class.
What's not included
We will have a jug for water, but please bring your own re-useable bottle.
Please bring your own gardening gloves if you wish to use them.
Canning Workshop
Interested in starting your own homestead? Have we got the class for you!
In our strawberry canning class, Master Canner, Vonny Bastedo will lead you through the start to finish process of canning strawberries. This is a hands on class, meant to give you the confidence to preserve your own food.
Come join us at Los Rios Rancho for our Intro to Homesteading Classes, where we will give you all of the tools to begin supplying yourself and your family with homegrown goods.
No experience required.
Please look carefully at each class description, as each day of classes will cover a different topic.
What's included
Tools necessary for the days projects. Produce and livestock are provided for the class.
What's not included
We will have a jug for water, but please bring your own re-useable bottle.
Please bring your own gardening gloves if you wish to use them.
Canning Workshop
Interested in starting your own homestead? Have we got the class for you!
In our strawberry canning class, Master Canner, Vonny Bastedo will lead you through the start to finish process of canning strawberries. This is a hands on class, meant to give you the confidence to preserve your own food.
Come join us at Los Rios Rancho for our Intro to Homesteading Classes, where we will give you all of the tools to begin supplying yourself and your family with homegrown goods.
No experience required.
Please look carefully at each class description, as each day of classes will cover a different topic.
What's included
Tools necessary for the days projects. Produce and livestock are provided for the class.
What's not included
We will have a jug for water, but please bring your own re-useable bottle.
Please bring your own gardening gloves if you wish to use them.
Gospel Sing
Join us in the Riley's Farm for an old time Community Gospel Sing
The Riley's to lead and along with friends- provide some special bluegrass songs.
Cookies and coffee provided
Limited handicapped parking, but load and unload area available
Plan to sing along and request your favorite hymn
Address:
12253 Oak Glen Rd. RILEYS FARM entrance. Follow signs to the Barn
This is a FREE EVENT
Gospel Sing
Join us in the Riley's Farm for an old time Community Gospel Sing
The Riley's to lead and along with friends- provide some special bluegrass songs.
Cookies and coffee provided
Limited handicapped parking, but load and unload area available
Plan to sing along and request your favorite hymn
Address:
12253 Oak Glen Rd. RILEYS FARM entrance. Follow signs to the Barn
This is a FREE EVENT
Movies on the Green
A night of vintage cinema under a blanket of summer stars!
This is a FREE event
Kids games at 7:15
Movie trivia at 7:45
Movie begins at sundown
Bring a lawn blanket or chair
MOVIE LIST COMING SOON!
Movies on the Green
A night of vintage cinema under a blanket of summer stars!
This is a FREE event
Kids games at 7:15
Movie trivia at 7:45
Movie begins at sundown
Bring a lawn blanket or chair
MOVIE LIST COMING SOON!
Gospel Sing
Join us in the Riley's Farm for an old time Community Gospel Sing
The Riley's to lead and along with friends- provide some special bluegrass songs.
Cookies and coffee provided
Limited handicapped parking, but load and unload area available
Plan to sing along and request your favorite hymn
Address:
12253 Oak Glen Rd. RILEYS FARM entrance. Follow signs to the Barn
This is a FREE EVENT
Movies on the Green
A night of vintage cinema under a blanket of summer stars!
This is a FREE event
Kids games at 7:15
Movie trivia at 7:45
Movie begins at sundown
Bring a lawn blanket or chair
MOVIE LIST COMING SOON!
FARM TO TABLE: ORCHARD TASTING
TICKETS COMING SOON!
Sip the Orchard. Savor the Season.
Join us for an intimate farm-to-table tasting experience celebrating the craft of hard cider and the flavors of the land it comes from. This curated event features a guided sampling of locally made hard ciders, each thoughtfully paired with farm-fresh tastings that highlight seasonal ingredients, local producers, and simple, beautiful flavors.
This is not a full meal—think artful but hearty bites, small pairings, and flavor moments designed to complement each pour. Wander, sip, and savor as you learn about the cider-making process, the farms behind the ingredients, and the stories that connect them all.
Perfect for cider lovers, food explorers, and anyone who enjoys slowing down and tasting something special—straight from the source
Gospel Sing
Join us in the Riley's Farm for an old time Community Gospel Sing
The Riley's to lead and along with friends- provide some special bluegrass songs.
Cookies and coffee provided
Limited handicapped parking, but load and unload area available
Plan to sing along and request your favorite hymn
Address:
12253 Oak Glen Rd. RILEYS FARM entrance. Follow signs to the Barn
This is a FREE EVENT
FARM TO TABLE: ORCHARD TASTING
TICKETS COMING SOON!
Sip the Orchard. Savor the Season.
Join us for an intimate farm-to-table tasting experience celebrating the craft of hard cider and the flavors of the land it comes from. This curated event features a guided sampling of locally made hard ciders, each thoughtfully paired with farm-fresh tastings that highlight seasonal ingredients, local producers, and simple, beautiful flavors.
This is not a full meal—think artful but hearty bites, small pairings, and flavor moments designed to complement each pour. Wander, sip, and savor as you learn about the cider-making process, the farms behind the ingredients, and the stories that connect them all.
Perfect for cider lovers, food explorers, and anyone who enjoys slowing down and tasting something special—straight from the source
FARM TO TABLE: ORCHARD TASTING
TICKETS COMING SOON!
Sip the Orchard. Savor the Season.
Join us for an intimate farm-to-table tasting experience celebrating the craft of hard cider and the flavors of the land it comes from. This curated event features a guided sampling of locally made hard ciders, each thoughtfully paired with farm-fresh tastings that highlight seasonal ingredients, local producers, and simple, beautiful flavors.
This is not a full meal—think artful but hearty bites, small pairings, and flavor moments designed to complement each pour. Wander, sip, and savor as you learn about the cider-making process, the farms behind the ingredients, and the stories that connect them all.
Perfect for cider lovers, food explorers, and anyone who enjoys slowing down and tasting something special—straight from the source
FARM TO TABLE: ORCHARD TASTING
TICKETS COMING SOON!
Sip the Orchard. Savor the Season.
Join us for an intimate farm-to-table tasting experience celebrating the craft of hard cider and the flavors of the land it comes from. This curated event features a guided sampling of locally made hard ciders, each thoughtfully paired with farm-fresh tastings that highlight seasonal ingredients, local producers, and simple, beautiful flavors.
This is not a full meal—think artful but hearty bites, small pairings, and flavor moments designed to complement each pour. Wander, sip, and savor as you learn about the cider-making process, the farms behind the ingredients, and the stories that connect them all.
Perfect for cider lovers, food explorers, and anyone who enjoys slowing down and tasting something special—straight from the source
FARM TO TABLE: ORCHARD TASTING
TICKETS COMING SOON!
Sip the Orchard. Savor the Season.
Join us for an intimate farm-to-table tasting experience celebrating the craft of hard cider and the flavors of the land it comes from. This curated event features a guided sampling of locally made hard ciders, each thoughtfully paired with farm-fresh tastings that highlight seasonal ingredients, local producers, and simple, beautiful flavors.
This is not a full meal—think artful but hearty bites, small pairings, and flavor moments designed to complement each pour. Wander, sip, and savor as you learn about the cider-making process, the farms behind the ingredients, and the stories that connect them all.
Perfect for cider lovers, food explorers, and anyone who enjoys slowing down and tasting something special—straight from the source
Gospel Sing
Join us in the Riley's Farm for an old time Community Gospel Sing
The Riley's to lead and along with friends- provide some special bluegrass songs.
Cookies and coffee provided
Limited handicapped parking, but load and unload area available
Plan to sing along and request your favorite hymn
Address:
12253 Oak Glen Rd. RILEYS FARM entrance. Follow signs to the Barn
This is a FREE EVENT
Valentine's Carriage Ride
Step into a storybook moment—cozy blankets, gentle hooves, and a carriage ride for two, followed by a secluded forest picnic. This Valentine’s Day, let love lead the way.
Event Details:
This hour long experience includes, being picked up in our parking area, by our horse drawn carriage. The carriage ride will take you to our Giant Sequoia Grove where we will have a picnic area set up for each couple. This picnic area will be outfitted for you complete with a filled picnic basket. The picnic will include various farm made pastry's, snacks, and a bottle of our hard apple cider. After a 30 minute picnic, the carriage will arrive again, allow time for a "meet and greet" with our draft horses, and then give you a ride back to the parking area.
Valentine's Carriage Ride
Step into a storybook moment—cozy blankets, gentle hooves, and a carriage ride for two, followed by a secluded forest picnic. This Valentine’s Day, let love lead the way.
Event Details:
This hour long experience includes, being picked up in our parking area, by our horse drawn carriage. The carriage ride will take you to our Giant Sequoia Grove where we will have a picnic area set up for each couple. This picnic area will be outfitted for you complete with a filled picnic basket. The picnic will include various farm made pastry's, snacks, and a bottle of our hard apple cider. After a 30 minute picnic, the carriage will arrive again, allow time for a "meet and greet" with our draft horses, and then give you a ride back to the parking area.
Valentine's Carriage Ride
Step into a storybook moment—cozy blankets, gentle hooves, and a carriage ride for two, followed by a secluded forest picnic. This Valentine’s Day, let love lead the way.
Event Details:
This hour long experience includes, being picked up in our parking area, by our horse drawn carriage. The carriage ride will take you to our Giant Sequoia Grove where we will have a picnic area set up for each couple. This picnic area will be outfitted for you complete with a filled picnic basket. The picnic will include various farm made pastry's, snacks, and a bottle of our hard apple cider. After a 30 minute picnic, the carriage will arrive again, allow time for a "meet and greet" with our draft horses, and then give you a ride back to the parking area.
Gospel Sing
Join us in the Riley's Farm for an old time Community Gospel Sing
The Riley's to lead and along with friends- provide some special bluegrass songs.
Cookies and coffee provided
Limited handicapped parking, but load and unload area available
Plan to sing along and request your favorite hymn
Address:
12253 Oak Glen Rd. RILEYS FARM entrance. Follow signs to the Barn
This is a FREE EVENT
Valentine's Carriage Ride
Step into a storybook moment—cozy blankets, gentle hooves, and a carriage ride for two, followed by a secluded forest picnic. This Valentine’s Day, let love lead the way.
Event Details:
This hour long experience includes, being picked up in our parking area, by our horse drawn carriage. The carriage ride will take you to our Giant Sequoia Grove where we will have a picnic area set up for each couple. This picnic area will be outfitted for you complete with a filled picnic basket. The picnic will include various farm made pastry's, snacks, and a bottle of our hard apple cider. After a 30 minute picnic, the carriage will arrive again, allow time for a "meet and greet" with our draft horses, and then give you a ride back to the parking area.
Valentine's Carriage Ride
Step into a storybook moment—cozy blankets, gentle hooves, and a carriage ride for two, followed by a secluded forest picnic. This Valentine’s Day, let love lead the way.
Event Details:
This hour long experience includes, being picked up in our parking area, by our horse drawn carriage. The carriage ride will take you to our Giant Sequoia Grove where we will have a picnic area set up for each couple. This picnic area will be outfitted for you complete with a filled picnic basket. The picnic will include various farm made pastry's, snacks, and a bottle of our hard apple cider. After a 30 minute picnic, the carriage will arrive again, allow time for a "meet and greet" with our draft horses, and then give you a ride back to the parking area.
Valentine's Carriage Ride
Step into a storybook moment—cozy blankets, gentle hooves, and a carriage ride for two, followed by a secluded forest picnic. This Valentine’s Day, let love lead the way.
Event Details:
This hour long experience includes, being picked up in our parking area, by our horse drawn carriage. The carriage ride will take you to our Giant Sequoia Grove where we will have a picnic area set up for each couple. This picnic area will be outfitted for you complete with a filled picnic basket. The picnic will include various farm made pastry's, snacks, and a bottle of our hard apple cider. After a 30 minute picnic, the carriage will arrive again, allow time for a "meet and greet" with our draft horses, and then give you a ride back to the parking area.
Valentine's Carriage Ride
Step into a storybook moment—cozy blankets, gentle hooves, and a carriage ride for two, followed by a secluded forest picnic. This Valentine’s Day, let love lead the way.
Event Details:
This hour long experience includes, being picked up in our parking area, by our horse drawn carriage. The carriage ride will take you to our Giant Sequoia Grove where we will have a picnic area set up for each couple. This picnic area will be outfitted for you complete with a filled picnic basket. The picnic will include various farm made pastry's, snacks, and a bottle of our hard apple cider. After a 30 minute picnic, the carriage will arrive again, allow time for a "meet and greet" with our draft horses, and then give you a ride back to the parking area.
Valentine's Carriage Ride
Step into a storybook moment—cozy blankets, gentle hooves, and a carriage ride for two, followed by a secluded forest picnic. This Valentine’s Day, let love lead the way.
Event Details:
This hour long experience includes, being picked up in our parking area, by our horse drawn carriage. The carriage ride will take you to our Giant Sequoia Grove where we will have a picnic area set up for each couple. This picnic area will be outfitted for you complete with a filled picnic basket. The picnic will include various farm made pastry's, snacks, and a bottle of our hard apple cider. After a 30 minute picnic, the carriage will arrive again, allow time for a "meet and greet" with our draft horses, and then give you a ride back to the parking area.
Valentine's Carriage Ride
Step into a storybook moment—cozy blankets, gentle hooves, and a carriage ride for two, followed by a secluded forest picnic. This Valentine’s Day, let love lead the way.
Event Details:
This hour long experience includes, being picked up in our parking area, by our horse drawn carriage. The carriage ride will take you to our Giant Sequoia Grove where we will have a picnic area set up for each couple. This picnic area will be outfitted for you complete with a filled picnic basket. The picnic will include various farm made pastry's, snacks, and a bottle of our hard apple cider. After a 30 minute picnic, the carriage will arrive again, allow time for a "meet and greet" with our draft horses, and then give you a ride back to the parking area.
Gospel Sing
Join us in the Riley's Farm for an old time Community Gospel Sing
The Riley's to lead and along with friends- provide some special bluegrass songs.
Cookies and coffee provided
Limited handicapped parking, but load and unload area available
Plan to sing along and request your favorite hymn
Address:
12253 Oak Glen Rd. RILEYS FARM entrance. Follow signs to the Barn
This is a FREE EVENT
Pruning Workshop
For any homeowner or small farm operator wanting to improve their pruning skills and knowledge of orchard health. Skills learned can apply to other non-citrus fruit trees.
Day schedule:
10:00-12:00: Discussion and Question/Answer
Topics.
Thinning branches.
To cut or not to cut
Diseases
Tree structure
Pruning styles
Tools and supplies
12:00-12:30 Lunch. Voucher for lunch at Farm Kitchen
12:30-2:00. In Orchard Pruning
Demonstration of pruning on both heirloom large and small grafted trees.
Hands-on pruning in Los Rios orchards.
What to Bring:
your own pruning loppers
water container
hat or sunscreen
gloves
Gospel Sing
Join us in the Riley's Farm TAVERN for an old time Community Gospel Sing
The Riley's to lead and along with friends- provide some special bluegrass songs.
Cookies and coffee provided
Limited handicapped parking, but load and unload area available
Plan to sing along and request your favorite hymn
Address:
12253 Oak Glen Rd. RILEYS FARM entrance. Follow signs to the Tavern
This is a FREE EVENT
Gravenstein Festival
Escape the heat and visit during this special evening u-pick event
This event is Free admission.
You can purchase u-pick bags, hard cider, tractor tour tickets, and food on-site.
Gravenstein Festival
Escape the heat and visit during this special evening u-pick event
This event is Free admission.
You can purchase u-pick bags, hard cider, tractor tour tickets, and food on-site.