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There's nothing like a good read, and you can find plenty of items to explore when you visit the Downtowne Bookstore in Riverside. This charming establishment has been a favorite of local bookworms since 1979. Among the many stacks and shelves, you'll find everything from children's books to first-edition collectibles to tomes on politics and history. If you don't find exactly what you're after, the helpful staff can special order it for you.

Give your kids the chance to really rev it up and go when you take them to Riverside's popular Adams Kart Track. This is an attraction where your kids can safely put the pedal to the metal as they navigate their go karts around the various race tracks that can be found here. Plus, Adams also features sales and service of a variety of go karts that will surely give your kids the power to move to the head of the pack. And, if you are really feeling daring, you can even consult with the pros here to devise a way to custom build a go kart that will leave all of the other competitors in the dust.

The historical significance of the Harada House is linked to a high profile court case that took place between 1916 and 1918. The house was built in 1884 and is located at 3356 Lemon Street. It became the focus of a case that tested exclusionary legislation. At the center of the case was whether Japanese immigrant Jukichi Harada's children could own the house, as they were the American-born children of the immigrant. The court ruled in favor of the children, a law that set a significant legal precedent. The Harada House is now a National Historic Landmark and is overseen by the Riverside Metropolitan Museum. Tours are available by appointment.

Show your significant other that you have a uniquely romantic view of your relationship when you take her to the Riverside Art Museum. This is an ideal place to meet and take in all the exceptional art that is displayed here. From various media to different themes, this is where the two of you will enjoy strolling from one eye-catching exhibit to the next. There's also a gift shop to stop into before you depart, and by picking up an art print or a souvenir, you'll demonstrate how much your sweetheart means to you, and how your love is a constant work in progress.