Jeffery Owens Community Center

06/18/2016

Great to see so many in Riverside last night, as we stood in solidarity to honor those affected in Orlando. To the victims, survivors, families and loved ones affected by this affront to our community and humanity, Riverside stands with you! Be strong. We will not be silent.

06/12/2016

FROM RIVERSIDE POLICE DEPARTMENT
MASS SHOOTING IN ORLANDO, FLORIDA

Friends:

As you have probably heard by now, at approximately 2:00 a.m., Eastern time (11:00 p.m. Saturday night locally) there was a mass shooting at a gay nightclub in Orlando, Florida. At least 50 people are dead and another 53 injured. This casualty list makes this the deadliest mass shooting in the history of the United States.

This message is to let you know that the Riverside Police Department is actively monitoring the events in Orlando and we are in regular communications with our partners in the Homeland Security community. At this time, it does not appear that there is any local connection to the Orlando tragedy but we have stepped up visible and covert patrols around LGBT institutions and around various houses of worship.

We want the community to know that your safety is the highest priority for the RIverside Police Department. We also encourage all community members to report any suspicious activity to the RPD. Finally, we pray that this latest act of hate by one individual is not the cause for division and distrust among people of good will whose belief systems differ. Our city has a long and proud history of solidarity and looking out for each other. This most recent tragedy won't change that.

Please know that your police department will continue to serve all our communities with vigilance and valor.

God Bless you and God Bless our nation.

Sergio Diaz
Chief of Police

06/12/2016

The Riverside, Inland Empire LGBTQ communities stand in solidarity with Orlando, FL. Please donate if you can and support those impacted.

Equality Florida, the state's le***an, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) civil rights organization is collecting contributions via this GoFundMe page to support the victims of the horrific shooting at Orlando's Pulse Nightclub.  Please contribute and share this page.  -----------------------...

06/07/2011

Our deepest apologies for not saying anything yesterday, but yesterday, (6/6/11) was the ninth anniversary of Jeffery Owens murder. He will never be forgotten, and we will never be silent. Although it is a very sad day in our history, it is also a very important day as well. As a result of Jeffery's death, the Jeffery Owens Community Center was formed in his honor. The circumstances were very unfortunate, the community knew something had to be done. We all love you Jeffery, and you will never be forgotten.

06/08/2010

06/08/2010

The vigil was great last night, thanks to everyone in attendance!!!

06/08/2010

We hope to see everyone tonight on the steps of the first congregational church in memory of such a wonderful man that had the misfortune of such a terrible crime.

Once again, we apologize for the date confusion, and we hope to see you tonight at 7 o'clock.

05/03/2010

Thanks to everyone who attended the brunch today! It was a fabulaus time, and thanks to all of our sponsors and volunteers. Cinco de mayo was Jeffery's favorite holiday, so it was a great way to remember him!

03/27/2010

Center Happenings for March: Sat March 27th JOCC Rumage Sale (on the corner of University and Pine) help us raise some money...!! Sunday March 28th join JOCC at the Menagerie for "Rocky Horror." during intermission JOCC will be doing a raffle. There will be lots of great prizes. Come enjoy the show, support your commmunity, and leave with some great stuff...

03/27/2010

Men’s Group: April Happenings 4/1/10: Discussion “Healthy Relationships” Come share your thoughts 4/8/10: Movie/Game Night (Movie TBA 4/1/10) 4/15/10: Discussion “Coming Out” come and share ideas experiences 4/22/10: Guest Speaker (TBA 4/1/10) &Planning for May 4/29/10: Discussion “Dating Horror Stories” Sure to make you laugh and cry…

01/28/2010

What type of things would you like to see happen with the center? Events, gatherings, etc. Comment us, we would love to hear what you have to say!!