Staff Reports

Chino – The sounds of laughing children, whooshing rides, live entertainment and the savory smell of delicious fair foods will soon carry throughout the school grounds at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church. It’s the Annual Festival you don’t want to miss! St. Margaret Mary Parish will be holding their Annual Parish Festival from June 3 to June 5. The festival will take place at 12686 Central Ave. in Chino. Admission and parking is free.

The St. Margaret Mary Festival has been an important part of the Chino community since 1982. The Parish Festival Committee is dedicated to bringing together families and friends with three fun-filled days of entertainment and family fun activities. Get your heart pumping in the obstacle course bounce house, enjoy live music, from top local entertainers including, 80z All Stars, The Sam Morrison Band, Smooth Touch, and mariachi on Sunday.

Enjoy delicious (and sometimes messy) food competitions, carnival rides, BINGO, and games. Come and enjoy all your favorite fried, grilled, sweet and savory carnival foods. Every year, the festival offers world foods including, American, Mexican, Italian, and Filipino. New additions to the food booths are Farrell’s Ice Cream Parlour and a Fry Booth. Alongside the montage of tasty foods; adults can relax in the Anheuser-Busch Beer Garden situated near the entertainment.

Father Michael Miller extends an invitation to all Chino Valley community members to attend the annual celebration. “St. Margaret Mary’s festival is altogether a joyous time to rejoice and celebrate in the spirit of community. Come and enjoy!” said Miller. Waylynn Senn, Principal of St. Margaret Mary Catholic School, also says to bring the entire family. “Every year brings more activities and entertainment for festival goers to enjoy and memories to treasure for years to come. Share in the excitement of faith, family, and community!”

The annual festival of St. Margaret Mary Parish would not be possible without the support of the following sponsors, MK Smith Chevrolet; Farrell’s Ice Cream Parlour; San Antonio Winery; Direct TV; Orange County Jumpers; Forest Lawn; and GSV Transportation. Additionally, contributions from sponsors and individuals will also be supporting Isaiah’s Rock Food Ministry and Chino Neighborhood House.