Soboba Band of Luiseño IndiansSpecial to Valley NewsThe Soboba Tribal Environmental Department hosted its annual Earth Day event Thursday, April 11, attracting nearly 700 visitors to the Soboba Sports Complex’s grassy outdoor area. With 45 vendors, there was plenty to learn about and do.Christian Aceves, environmental director of STED, said his favorite part of the event was his ability to connect with the Soboba community and interact with the vendors that attended.“Thanks to my wonderful team for those months of preparation and thanks to the great Soboba support system, to whom without the event would not have been as successful,†Aceves said. “Their support opened me up to enjoy the event for what it is: an opportunity to connect and engage with the community.â€
