Back To The Grind

05/30/2026

Fridays at Back to the Grind are for jazz 🎵🎶 Stop on by and enjoy a coffee or beer and listen to some jazz with us! See you tonight at 6:30p.m. 🎶🎵☕️🍻🍺💕

05/27/2026

We are in the process of collecting raffle items and hope to have them all collected by next week so that we can let you know what they are and how to purchase tickets. We will be offering tickets before the event as well as during the event but need to figure out the best way to make that happen. The tickets will be $5 each for the regular raffle and $20 each for the guitar raffle. The person who wins the guitar must be present as we are not going to pay to have it shipped. I will be creating an event page and will do my best to update that as often as possible. I'm just waiting for people to get their items to me so that we can get this going. 🐾🎼🎸🎹🎧🐾
PayPal or Zelle: [email protected]
Venmo: Taking It To The Streets with Lori and Shira
Checks: PO Box #3678, Jurupa Valley, California 92519

05/27/2026

05/25/2026

Our Fundraiser with The Dangers, at Back To The Grind, is just three weeks away. Many of you offered to make baskets for the raffle/silent auction or donate items. Taking It To The Streets with Lori and Shira is now asking that you contact Lori Rich at 951.662.0631 or [email protected] to start getting those items turned in. We would like to begin selling raffle tickets, before the event, and need an idea of what we have. Thank You! 🐾💝🐾
PayPal or Zelle: [email protected]
Venmo: Taking It To The Streets with Lori and Shira
Checks: PO Box #3678, Jurupa Valley, California 92519

05/25/2026

We will be CLOSED for Memorial Day, but we will be open again tomorrow at 8am. See you all then! No RUPO tonight, but will return again on June 1st!

05/23/2026

Saturday, May 23rd!

On tour from ATL! Do not miss our friends Billy Batts & The Made Men. Free + All Ages. DT Riverside. Saturday May 23. Let’s party punks!

05/23/2026

Our Fundraiser with The Dangers, at Back To The Grind, is just three weeks form tomorrow. Many of you offered to make baskets for the raffle/silent auction or donate items. Taking It To The Streets with Lori and Shira is now asking that you contact Lori Rich at 951.662.0631 or [email protected] to start getting those items turned in. We would like to begin selling raffle tickets, before the event, and need an idea of what we have. Thank You! 🐾💝🐾
PayPal or Zelle: [email protected]
Venmo: Taking It To The Streets with Lori and Shira
Checks: PO Box #3678, Jurupa Valley, California 92519

05/22/2026

Fridays at Back to the Grind are for jazz 🎵🎶 And every 4th Friday (today) is our Jazz Jam! So come on out and enjoy a coffee or beer and listen to some jazz with us! And if you'd like to sit in with the band, don't forget your instruments! See you tonight at 6:30p.m. 🎶🎵☕️🍻🍺💕

05/17/2026

Tim Brown, we thank you for the 96-7 KCAL Rocks! shoutout, with Ralph Torres and Mike Geoghegan, in regards to our June 14th Fundraiser featuring The Dangers! Taking It To The Streets with Lori and Shira Appreciates you! 🐾🎧🐾

05/15/2026

Chess night! Every Thursday from 6:30-8:30pm! We have a few sets available for use at the shop but you should bring yours if you have one! See you tonight!

05/15/2026

Come to EVERY THURSDAY and rock with us. Bring your friends, your family and your funnies to the best mic in town. Comics from all over descend upon downtown to make The Workout part of their Thursday night. Come see why and party with your host Nicky P. And the Jam Master G 6pm Signups 7-9pm show. 1-item minimum for ALL.

05/12/2026

A complaint alleges the vote against transforming the Quality Inn to house the homeless “violated anti-discrimination laws.”

05/11/2026

Monday Night RUPO Open Mic is almost here again! Are you ready?!

Every Monday from 7pm to 9pm. Sign-ups are at 6:30pm and in person only, $4 admission. See you then!

Monday Night R.U.P.O. Open Mic is almost here again! Are you ready?!

Every Monday at a new time- 7pm to 9pm. Sign-ups are at 6:30pm and in person only, $4 cash admission. See you then!

3575 University Ave. Riverside, CA 92501 / PG-13

05/08/2026

Join us as we gather to remember our longtime friend and family member, Joe "JoJo" LaRocca!

05/07/2026

It's Thursday, and that means Chess Night! 6:30pm to 8:30pm every week. All skill levels welcome! Bring your own board and come join the fun!

Chess night! Every Thursday from 6:30-8:30pm! We have a few sets available for use at the shop but you should bring yours if you have one! See you tonight!

05/07/2026

Thursday!!! Come out!

If you’ve got a good sense of humor and you’re trying to get better (not just hold the mic) pull up.

No egos. No excuses. Just jokes, bombs and progress.

Pull through, sign up, or just vibe and laugh with a brew and a brew ☕️ 🍻

Let’s workout tonight. In-person Priority signups available. 6pm Signups. 7-9pm show.

05/06/2026

05/04/2026

This gloomy Monday got you down? We've got your fix! Monday Night RUPO Open Mic is almost here again! Are you ready?!

Every Monday from 7pm to 9pm. Sign-ups are at 6:30pm and in person only, $4 admission. See you there!

Monday Night R.U.P.O. Open Mic is almost here again! Are you ready?!

Every Monday at a new time- 7pm to 9pm. Sign-ups are at 6:30pm and in person only, $4 cash admission. See you then!

3575 University Ave. Riverside, CA 92501 / PG-13

04/30/2026

📣📣CALLING ALL ARTISTS!!!📣📣📣

Riverside Pride in collaboration with .gallery is proud to invite q***r artists to participate in the Riverside Pride festival art exhibition on Saturday, May 30th. 2026 celebrating creativity, visibility, and community!

This is an opportunity to share your work with a large, joyful and supportive audience while helping support Riverside Pride's mission!

Check out more info on our page at riverside.lgbt/artist

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04/30/2026

Putting on a Pride Festival is a lotta werk!! 😮‍💨😮‍💨

Join us in creating a safe & welcoming space for our 4th Annual Riverside Pride!!

Volunteer with us! There are plenty of time slots to choose from.
Find what works best for you at riverside.lgbt/volunteer-opportunities or hit the link in our bio!

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04/30/2026

Thursday is just around the corner and the best place to witness some of the brightest up and coming comedians is at Back To The Grind. Comedy is EVERY Thursday and if you’d like to perform, show up at 6pm to sign up. Show runs from 7-9pm. In-person priority signups available. Everyone who signs up before showtime is guaranteed stage time.

04/29/2026

We’re excited to invite you to Open Mic Night, hosted by T‑Boy Tuesdays, for an evening of creativity, community, and connection!

This event is open to all and welcomes performers and attendees alike. Whether you want to share spoken word, music, comedy, storytelling—or simply come to support and enjoy the space—we would love to have you there.

Event Details:
🗓 Tuesday, May 12, 2026
⏰ 6:00–9:00 PM
📍 Back to the Grind
3575 University Ave

Riverside, CA 92501
🎤 Interested in performing?
Sign up using the QR code on the flyer. Spots are limited, so we encourage early sign‑ups.

This event is presented in partnership with the Transgender Health & Wellness Center, and is designed to foster a welcoming, affirming environment for community expression and connection.
If you have any questions or would like additional information, please feel free to reach out to us at
[email protected].

We hope to see you there!

04/24/2026

I stopped by Back To The Grind earlier today to present the owner, Darren Conkerite, with an official Congressional Proclamation recognizing his 30 years of bringing Riverside’s together over strong coffee and tasty treats. Congrats on 30 years Darren!