Staff of Cold Rush Cafe, Boomtown Loung & Backyard, Carriage House Inn, and Empire Creek Provisions and families at the employee appreciation event in the Downieville Community HallDOWNIEVILLE — We joined the Cold Rush Cafe, Boomtown Lounge & Backyard, Carriage House Inn, and the Empire Creek Provisions for a delicious and joyful end-of-year event!

As the year winds down, our hearts are brimming with gratitude for the exceptional team at Riverside Mountain Lodge. You are the heartbeat of our lodge, and your hard work and dedication have made this year truly extraordinary.

A special shout out to Lydia, the maestro behind the scenes of our team appreciation party! Lydia, your organizational wizardry turned our end-of-year holiday staff appreciation party into an absolute hit - not just for Riverside Mountain Lodge but for so many folks in the hospitality industry in our tiny town. Your thoughtful touch and attention to detail created an atmosphere of warmth and joy that will be remembered by all. And that food — wow! Amazing!! Thank you for making it magical!

We also want to extend our deepest appreciation to Mindy and the incredible team at the Downieville Community Hall. Your hospitality provided the perfect backdrop for our celebration, and we're grateful for your support.

Exciting News! In the spirit of giving, Riverside Mountain Lodge is thrilled to support the upcoming Lions Club Wishes Tree at Downieville for the third year in a row!! It's a beautiful initiative, and we encourage everyone to participate.

As part of our commitment to the community, we have a fundraiser underway to gather toys for our rural community's amazing and deserving kids. We're especially focusing on educational STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) toys to inspire and empower young minds. Your contribution can make a significant impact, fostering a love for learning among our future leaders.

So, dear community, as we approach the holidays, let's come together to spread joy and make a difference. Visit us at Riverside Mountain Lodge — open year-round — to relax, recharge, and reconnect, and know that your support directly contributes to the smiles on children's faces. We'll be purchasing toys and working with nonprofits to get them into the hands of these amazing kids!

Wishing you all a season filled with warmth, joy, and the spirit of giving. Here's to a wonderful team, a caring community, and a brighter future for all!