Ontario Heritage Annual Walking Tour will be March 19, with tickets on sale at 9:30 a.m. Unravel mysteries of Ontario’s historical buildings and monuments. Meet at the Ontario Museum of History and Art, 225 South Euclid Ave, Ontario, CA. For more information, visit www.ontarioheritage. org or www.facebook/Ontario.Heritage.com.
CHINO Feb. 23 Music Made in America, 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 23, Chino United Methodist Church, 5201 Riverside Drive, Chino. The many styles of American music, from gospel to jazz, will be presented by the Musicians’ Club of Pomona Valley.
April 9 14th Annual Corn Feed Run Car Show & Cruise, presented by Kiwanis Club of Chino and the city of Chino, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., April 9, City Hall, 13220 Central Ave., Chino. Open to all ’75 cars, all working show trucks and all motorcycles. The event will feature a 13-block cruise, open header contest, vendors, awesome trophies, huge raffle, great food and music. There will also be a display of operating antique engines set up by the WPA. Proceeds to benefit local youth and senior charities of the Chino Kiwanis. For more information, contact Walt Pocock at cornfeedrun@ aol.com or (909) 591-4162.
Ongoing Chino Valley Medical Center presents Living with Diabetes, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. every fourth Wednesday in the hospital Library, 5454 Walnut Ave., Chino. This class will provide general information for a better understanding of what it means to have diabetes. The class includes meal planning, carbohydrate counting, insulin and oral drugs, complication prevention, foot care and community resources.
CHINO HILLS March 9 The City of Chino Hills is offering transportation to the taping of The Price is Right and a chance to be a contestant on the show. Leave from Chino Hills at 9:30 a.m. from the Chino Hills Community Center, 14520 Peyton Drive, Chino Hills, and return at about 6:45 p.m. The last day to register is Friday, Feb. 26. To register or for more information, visit chinohills.org/ RecOnline.
CLAREMONT Feb. 21 National Charity League’s Scholar Shop, 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 21, El Roble Intermediate School, 665 N. Mountain Ave., Claremont. Help send deserving community girls to college and pick up something nice for yourself. Open to the public. All proceeds will benefit the NCL Scholarship Fund. Accessories, party and prom dresses, evening wear and party and evening shoes will be available.
Feb. 26 Pomona Valley Amateur Astronomers will meet at 7:30 p.m., Feb. 26, March 25, April 22 and June 24, at Harvey Mudd College, R. Michael Shanahan Center, Room B460, 320 E. Foothill Blvd., Claremont. The meetings are open to the public. For more information, visit pvaa.us.
eb. 27 Claremont Area League of Women Voters will sponsor a panel discussing “Is California Higher Education Working?” The discussion will be held from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 27, in the Padua Room at the Hughes Community Center, 1700 Danbury Ave., Claremont. The panel will feature statewide leaders from each level of higher education. For more info, visit Eventbrite.com/ lwvclaremont.
Through Feb. 28 Millard Sheets: Hills and Horses, an exhibition produced by the Claremont Museum of Art, is on display through Feb. 28 at Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden, 1500 N. College Ave., Claremont. The exhibition, curated by his son Tony Sheets, features paintings, drawings and lithographs from the years that he lived in Claremont in the 1940s-1960s and beyond.
March 4 2nd Annual Women’s Leadership Conference, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Friday, March 4, Double Tree by Hilton Claremont, 555 W. Foothill Blvd., Claremont. Join the Claremont Chamber of Commerce for a day of motivation, inspiration and fun. Featured speakers include Lori Giovannoni, a nationallyrecognized speaker, author and businesswoman; Jodi Walker, award-winning speaker and consultant; and Mimi Donaldson, a speaker, coach and author. All are welcome. To register or for more info, visit claremontchamber.org or call the Claremont Chamber office at (909) 624-1681.
March 19 Claremont Pie Festival and Car Show, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, March 19, in the Claremont Village. The annual event includes trophies awarded for Best in Show, People’s Choice and Spirit of the American Pie, as well as an opportunity drawing. Info and entry form: claremontpiefestival.com.
Ongoing Claremont Farmers & Artisans Market, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sundays, rain or shine, at North Indian Hill Boulevard at West 2nd Street. The Farmers & Artisans Market was founded in 1996 to connect California farmers and artisans to the local community. More than 100 grower and artisan members share goods and services throughout the year. For more information, call manager Oscar G. DeLeon at (714) 345-3087.
Kiwanis Club of Claremont invites local residents interested in serving their community to learn more by attending one of their meetings, held at noon every Thursday at the St. Ambrose Church Fellowship Hall, 830 W. Bonita Ave., Claremont. The Mission of Kiwanis is to serve the children of the world, one community, and one child at a time. The Claremont Kiwanis Club works with the Claremont School District, the city of Claremont, Claremont Education Foundation, Shoes That Fit, Meals on Wheels, Special Olympics and much more. For more info, contact Jess Swick at (909) 621-2996. Also, the Kiwanis invites community residents with one hour of time to spare on a weekly basis to sign up and become a reader for the club’s “READ ME” program in preschool classrooms. Email jerrymaury@yahoo.com or call (909) 624-6395.
Tutti Mangia Italian Grill, 102 Harvard Ave. Claremont at First St., offers Friday Nights from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. with Kip Noble on keyboards; Saturday Nights from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. with Reuben Cantu on saxophone. Late Night Happy Hour is 9 p.m. to 11 p.m. every Friday and Saturday night. Bar Menu available until 10:30 p.m. weekends featuring $2 Oyster Shooters; $3 Caprese Sliders.
CLAREMONT LIBRARY March 12 Teens: get your STEAM on, 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., Saturday, March 12, in the Claremont Library meeting room. Teens from 11 to 18 are invited to enjoy an afternoon of 3D model building using Klikko construction kits. They will be able to create one-of-a-kind designs or build one from the Klikko project guide. For more info, call (909) 621-4902 or visit colapublib.org.
COLTON Continuing Arrowhead Regional Medical Center offers maternity tours and preparation for childbirth classes regularly through its mother-baby unit, located on the third floor of the hospital at 400 N. Pepper Ave., Colton. In addition to tours and classes for new parents, ARMC offers new parents support and education before they leave the hospital. For more information, or to register for a tour or childbirth class, call (909) 580-3174.
Arrowhead Regional Medical Center offers a Post-Partum Support Group from 11 a.m. to noon every third Tuesday, in the Post-Partum Conference room on the third floor of the hospital at 400 N. Pepper Ave., Colton. The group is for moms to discuss the challenges of motherhood, ask questions, and receive helpful resources, referrals and supportive counseling. For more info, call (909) 580-3530.
COVINA Feb. 25 The Friendship Garden Club will meet at 11 a.m., Thursday, Feb. 25, at the Covina Woman’s Clubhouse, 128 S. San Jose, Covina. Elena Layugan from the Upper San Gabriel Municipal Water District will speak about “Water Efficient Landscaping.” For more info, contact Jeanette Gulli at (909) 599-1904 or jhgulli@verizon.net.
March 19 The Covina Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) will meet at 10:15 a.m., Saturday, March 19. The meeting will feature a program “Women Who Made a Difference,” presented by Karon Jarrard. For more info, contact Donna Melone at dbmelone@gmail.com.
DIAMOND BAR LIBRARY Feb. 23 Book Discussion Group: 7 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 23, at Basically BOOKS, 23447 Golden Springs Road, Diamond Bar. The group will discuss “I Am Malala” by Malala Yousazai. March 22 Book Discussion Group: 7 p.m., Tuesday, March 22, at Basically BOOKS, 23447 Golden Springs Road, Diamond Bar. The group will discuss “All the Light We Cannot See” by Anthony Doerr.
April 24 23rd Annual Wine Soiree and Benefit Auction, Sunday, April 24, Diamond Bar Center. Hosted by the Diamond Bar Friends of the Library, the afternoon event will feature delicious food from local restaurants, great wine, music, raffles and exciting book, silent and live auctions. Los Angeles County Supervisor Don Knabe and his wife Julie will the Honorary Chairs. Info: dblibraryfriends.org.
Visit Basically BOOKS in Diamond Bar. Are you looking for a great volunteer experience in Diamond Bar? Basically BOOKS, the Friends of the Diamond Bar Library two nonprofit bookstores, are friendly places serving the community as a resource for school, work and pleasure reading at exceptionally low prices. Bookstore Manager Peggy Murphy is actively looking for new volunteers to staff both locations at 23447 Golden Springs Road and the bookstore at the Diamond Bar library, 21800 Copley Drive. All proceeds benefit the Diamond Bar Library. Information: dblibraryfriends.org.
FAIRPLEX Feb. 21 BrideWorld Expo continues from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 21, at Fairplex in Expo Hall 9, 1101 W. McKinley Ave., Pomona. The event features wedding exhibits, planning ideas, fashion and fun. Parking is available at Gate 17 on Fairplex Drive.
Gold & Treasure Show, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 21. Learn how to pan for gold, visit vendors, hear lectures and win prizes. Parking available at Gate 17 on Fairplex Drive.
SoCal Pet Expo, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 21. The SoCal Pet Expo concludes today. Parking is available at Gate 17 on Fairplex Drive.
Feb. 27 Insane Inflatable 5K, 9 a.m., Feb. 27, Fairplex campus. Park at Gate 17 on Fairplex Drive. Information: insaneinflatable5k.com.
Feb. 28 Quinceañera Expo, noon to 5 p.m., Feb. 28, Expo Hall 7. Everything you need to plan the perfect occasion and day is included. Park at Gate 17 on Fairplex Drive.
March 3-5 Quilt, Craft & Sewing Festival, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., March 3-5, Expo Hall 6. Wide variety of sewing, quilting, needle-art and craft supply exhibits from many quality companies. Park at Gate 17 on Fairplex Drive. Info: quiltcraftsew.com.
March 6 Pomona Swap Meet & Classic Car Show, 5 a.m. to 2 p.m., March 6, Main Lot. Hard to find car parts, customs and classics. Park at Gate 17 on Fairplex Drive.
March 12-13 3rd Annual Street Machine and Muscle Car Nationals, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, March 12, and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, March 13, Fairplex campus. More than 1,000 high performance muscle cars, pro-touring cars and street machines from across the country are expected.
March 19 Grow Pomona, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., March 19, the Farm at Fairplex. A family day to celebrate agriculture, horticulture, food, fun and learning. Enter at Gate 12 on White Avenue.
March 19-20 Celtic Faire, March 19-20, Plaza of the States/Plaza de la Americas. Come celebrate the cultures of all Celtic Nations with food, fun, entertainment, shopping and games. Park at Gate 17 on Fairplex Drive. For more information and updates, visit fairplex.com.
March 27 Easter Sunday Service, 9 a.m. and 11 a.m., March 27, Fairplex Grandstand. Purpose Church presents outdoor Easter Services featuring worship bands, 150 –vocal choir and orchestra. Park at Gate 17 on Fairplex Drive. Info: purposechurch.com.
Ongoing Satellite wagering from Southern California tracks, opens at 11 a.m. daily at Finish Line Sports Grill, Gate 12 on White Avenue. Air-conditioning, big screen TVs, and food and drinks are available.
The Wally Parks National Hot Rod Association Motorsports Museum, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday. Parking is at Gate 1 on McKinley Ave. The museum chronicles more than 50 years of American motorsports history, and is presented by Automobile Club of Southern California. Info: (909) 622-2133.
Fairplex Garden Railroad, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., first Sundays, November through July. The popular G-gauge outdoor miniature railroad is located near the Fairplex Grandstand. Parking is at Gate 1 on McKinley Avenue. The trains journey through various eras of California history from the mid-1800s through the years. Info: (909) 865-4315.
Historic Trains Exhibit, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., second weekend of the month, near Gate 17. See the Union Pacific Centennial DD40X dieselpowered locomotive, which measures nearly 100 feet in length. The complete historical museum includes the original Arcadia Station built in 1895 and moved to Fairplex in 1969, along with seven locomotives, a trolley car, Pullman car, caboose and a livestock car. Information: (909) 865-4043.
GLENDORA March 11 The Delta Nu Chapter of DKG Society International will hold its “Springtime on the Avenue” luncheon and fashion show from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, March 12, Grace Episcopal Church, 555 E. Mountain Ave., Glendora. Proceeds from the fundraising luncheon will go to the organization’s philanthropic projects. For more information, call Carol Harmon at (626) 340-9370 or Susan Hamilton at (626) 335-8776.
Ongoing Glendora Historical Society Museum’s YWCA San Gabriel Valley display is open to the public from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturdays, at the museum, 314 N. Glendora Ave., Glendora. The display celebrates the YWCA San Gabriel Valley’s 80 years of achievements.
Glendora Historical Society Museum welcomes an exploration of Glendora history on the fourth Friday of the month. The museum is open for research from 2 p.m. to 4 pm. Visitors can search the files with assistance from the staff, listen to stories or view interviews on tape of Glendora’s more colorful residents, or just spend more time viewing the displays showcasing Glendora’s history. For more information, call (626) 963-0419.
Ever driven by the Rubel Castle and wondered what it is all about? You can tour the Castle and learn about Michael Rubel and his quest to build it. The tours are led by docents, some of whom have personally worked to help construct the Castle. Go to the Glendorahistoricalsociety. org website to book your tour online.
You could become a docent. If you’ve always wanted to spend a little of your free time learning and sharing information about Glendora’s history – sign up to become a member of the Glendora Historical Society. Become a volunteer and assist at the Museum or at the Castle. Contact (626) 963-0419 or visit the website www. glendorahistoricalsociety.org.
GFWC Federated East Valley Woman’s Club is looking for members. The organization meets on the first Thursday of the month at the Peppertree Café, 1020 Route 66 in Glendora. With a motto of “Unity in Diversity,” we promote education, families, conservation, seniors and participation in the arts. Meetings begin with 6 p.m. dinner and activities at 7 p.m. For more information, call (909) 260-6729.
LA VERNE March 1-11 14th Annual Spring Orange Squeeze, 8:45 a.m. to noon, March 1 to March 11, Heritage Park, La Verne. The La Verne Heritage Foundation has reserved morning hours on weekdays for preschool and elementary school field trips. The morning includes a tour of the historic Weber house, a tractor ride through the orange grove, a demonstration of how the oranges were picked, the purpose of a smudge pot and the importance of a windmill. Children also get to squeeze oranges, taste the juice and use the orange rind for planting a small flower to take home. For more information, call (909) 293-9005 or visit laverneheritage.org.
March 9 The California Retired Teachers Association, Division 13, meets at 11:15 a.m., Wednesday, March 9, in the Meeting House of Hillcrest Retirement Community, 2705 Mountain View Dr., La Verne. Updates on government relations, membership, website technology, awards and teacher grants will be featured. Lunch will follow at noon with a program about passenger service on the newest 11.5-mile Foothill Gold Line light rail project. For reservations, respond by March 4 at (626) 963-6242.
March 13 La Verne Band Boosters Association, Bonita High School band director Jeff Bird will lead the Jazz Ensemble and members of the Bonita Choirs in the 25th annual Swingin’ With The Big Bands — a major fundraiser for the instrumental music and color guard programs at the high school. This year’s program is set for Sunday, March 13 at the Fox Theater in downtown Pomona. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased from the La Verne Band Boosters Association by calling (626) 616-8130 or go to www.lvbba. org to purchase tickets. All proceeds benefit the Bonita High School Band Program.
Ongoing GFWC La Verne-San Dimas Woman’s Club meets at 7 p.m., the third Thursday of the month, at the Meeting House in the Galen Walker Board Room, at Hillcrest, 2705 Mountain View Drive, La Verne. The club is looking for members. For more info, call Katherine at (909) 802-4563 or Linda at (909) 593-3906.
Through Early March Orange Picking at Heritage Park is now open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays until approx. the middle of March, at Heritage Park, 5001 Via De Mansion, La Verne. Oranges and other citrus fruit will be on sale. Mesh bags and picking poles will be provided. The Weber House, built in the 1880s, will also be open for tours from 10 a.m. to noon. For more information, visit laverneheritage.org.
MONTEBELLO Feb. 26 Open Enrollment for Montebello Unified School District runs through Friday, Feb. 26. Students who reside within the boundaries of Montebello Unified may apply for enrollment at the District Office, 123 S. Montebello Blvd., Montebello.
ONTARIO Feb. 27 Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center Foundation hosts the 22nd Annual Heartbeat Gala, 6 p.m., Feb. 27, Double Tree Hotel, 222 N. Vineyard Ave., Ontario. PVHMC is hosting the gala to raise awareness and support for the Stead Heart and Vascular Center Endowment Fund. This is the Stead heart and Vascular Center’s 30th anniversary. For more information, visit pvhmc. org/#Event Registration.
Through March 13 Ontario Museum of History & Art’s new exhibition, “Step Right Up! Behind the Scenes of the Circus Big Top, 1890 – 1965,” runs through March 13 at the museum, 225 E. Euclid Ave., Ontario. The exhibit explores another side of the early 20th century circus with a history fraught with intrigue and majesty.
March 13 Ontario Heritage Annual Walking Tour will begin 10 a.m. March 19, with tickets on sale at 9:30 a.m. Your guide and storyteller will unravel mysteries and reveal little known stories associated with Ontario’s historical buildings and monuments. Come and learn about these fun facts and so much more. Meet at the Ontario Museum of History and Art, 225 South Euclid Ave, Ontario, CA. Pre-sale tickets available at Logan’s Candy Store & Graber Olive House and on website. Tickets are $5 for members, $10 nonmembers. For more info, visit www.ontarioheritage.org or www.facebook/Ontario. Heritage.com
Year round Chaffey Community Museum of Art (CCMA) is located in the historic 1919 Ontario Power Company building in the Arts District of downtown Ontario. Admission to the Museum is free and ample parking is available. Hours of operation are noon to 4 p.m., Thursday through Sunday, or by special appointment. The Museum is located at 217 S. Lemon Ave., Ontario, one block east of Euclid Avenue, and two blocks south of Holt Boulevard, across the parking lot from the Museum of History & Art, Ontario. For more information call (909) 463-3733. Exhibition Schedule
Through March 20: Dee Marcellus Cole, 2016 CCA Artist of the Year, presents Paper mache sculpture. Artist reception: 2-4 p.m., Feb. 28. March 24 – June 5: Art and Soul – Mid Valley Arts League Member Exhibition. Artist reception: 2-4 p.m., April 3.
March 24 – June 5: Art and Soul – Mid Valley Arts League Honor Court – Printmaking. Artist reception: 2-4 p.m., April 3. March 31 – May 1: Colorful World – Armando Ruiz, watercolor. Artist reception: 2-4 p.m., April 3.
April 7 – July 3: Journey – Artists of the Year 2005 to 2016. From CCMA’s Collection. Artist reception: 2-4 p.m., June 12. Ontario Museum of History and Art is located at 225 South Euclid Ave., Ontario. Gallery hours are from noon to 4 p.m., Thursday through Sunday. Admission is free. Call (909) 395-2510 for information and program reservations.
PASADENA Feb. 23 Experts from Disability Rights California will help families access services and support from the State Department of Rehabilitation and the Social Security Administration during a presentation at 3:30 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 23, at The Frostig Center, 971 N. Altadena Drive, Pasadena. For more info, call (626) 791-1255 or visit frostig.org.
March 15 Providence Christian College will hold auditions through March 15 in piano, instrumental and voice for prospective students interested in scholarships. The college is adding a concentration in music to its Christian liberal arts education beginning this fall. For more info, visit ProvidenceCC.edu/ music-scholarship.
POMONA March 2 Free lymphedema screenings, 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., March 2, March 16 and March 30, Casa Colina Hospital and Centers for Healthcare, Outpatient Center, Building 1D, 255 E. Bonita Ave., Pomona. Screenings will be performed by a certified lymphedema therapist and will include a manual and visual check of the patient’s conditions. Appointments are required. For more information, call Casa Colina Outpatient Center at (909) 596-7733, ext. 3500.
March 3
The Historical Society of Pomona Valley will celebrate its centenary at the Pomona Ebell Museum of History auditorium, 585 E. Holt Ave., Pomona. The event will include dinner, an opportunity raffle, and a talk by acknowledged ‘Ambassador of Americana,” Charles Phoenix. Future centenary events scheduled for this year include monthly tours of Downtown Pomona, the burying of a time capsule, placement of the sword to the statue dedicated to WWI veterans at Garfield Park. For more information, visit pomonahistorical.org.
March 13 25th Annual Swingin’ With the Big Bands, 4 p.m., Sunday, March 13, Fox Theater, 301 S. Garey Ave., Pomona. Bonita High School Jazz Ensemble and members of the Bonita Choirs will perform. Proceeds to benefit the Bonita High School Band Program. For more info and tickets, call (626) 616-8130 or visit lvbba.org.
Every month on the second Saturday, Art Walk brings big crowds to the streets of Pomona, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Dozens of galleries host artist receptions for their latest exhibits. Many shops, studios and restaurants open late. There is no better way to get a feel for the lively community that hundreds of artists have built here. Experience the diverse array of top quality art work, ceramics, fiber, jewelry, mixed media, painting, photography and more.
American Museum of Ceramic Art is open from noon to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday; 399 North Garey Ave., Pomona.
dA CENTER FOR THE ARTS dA Center for the Arts is located at 252-D Main St., Pomona, in the Pomona Arts Colony. Hours of operation are noon to 4 p.m. Wednesday, noon to 9 p.m. Thursday, and noon to 4 p.m. Friday and Saturday. For more info, call (909) 397-9716.
Exhibition Schedule:
Through Feb. 27: 28th Annual Simply Red Exhibition ends 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Feb. 27. This is an open call show for all forms of art that explore aspects of red as the color, the feeling, and the idea.
Through April 16: Captain Dan’s Incredible Collection of Rare Curiosities. Exhibit runs through April 16. Artist’s Reception will be held from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., March 11.
Young Writers Club: 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. every Saturday. Featuring poetry, fiction, sci-fi and more. For more info, call (909) 397-9716.
Studio Art Classes Life Drawing: 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday, 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Thursday, and 9 a.m. to noon Saturday. Drawing: 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m., Wednesdays, for beginners to intermediate artists. Illustration class: 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m., Thursdays. All ages.
Sequential/Comic Art Class: 10 a.m. to noon, Saturdays. This class is designed as an introduction to the art of creating sequential comics. All ages.
Clay studio: 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Thursdays.
Painting with Angel Villanueva: 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., Saturdays. The painting course is designed with flexibility and individual artistic growth in mind. We welcome developing artists, ages 15 and up. No previous experience is required.
Smorgasbord Studio: 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., Wednesdays. Explore the feast of art in this class for all ages.
Imagination Saturdays: 2-4 p.m., Saturdays. Papier mache, puppetry and theater for ages 7 and up.
RANCHO CUCAMONGA Feb. 23 State of the City Address, 5 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 23, Lewis Family Playhouse at the Victoria Gardens Cultural Center. Rancho Cucamonga Mayor L. Dennis Michael will address business leaders and the local community with a review of the past year and the upcoming plans for the city of Rancho Cucamonga. For more information, visit ranchochamber.org or lewisfamilyplayhouse.com.
March 20 6th Annual Grape Stomp Triathlon, 5K and 10K Run and Fun/Walk, Bike, Swim, 7 a.m., Sunday, March 20, at Chaffey College, 5885 Haven Ave., Rancho Cucamonga. Sponsored by the Rotary Club of Rancho Cucamonga, a portion of the proceeds from this event will go to support the Chaffey College Veteran’s Resource Center. For more information, visit RCROTARYRUN.com and GRAPESTOMPTRI.ORG.
Alternate weeks Rancho Cucamonga Vets Support Group advocates and supports military veterans of all ages. Meetings are 6:30 p.m. on alternate Wednesdays at the Rancho Cucamonga Resource Center, 9791 Arrow Route. For more information and meeting dates contact Mike at (909) 989-2258 or (909) 240-5731.
Assistance League of the Foothill Communities’ Thrift Shop is located at 8555 Archibald Ave., Rancho Cucamonga. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday. For information, call (909) 484-7853.
SAN DIMAS Feb. 24 and Feb. 27 San Dimas Mountain Rescue Team will host informational meetings for volunteer mountaineer applicants at 7 p.m., Feb. 24, and 8 a.m., Feb. 27, at the Mountain Rescue Station, 114 E. First St., San Dimas. The rescue team searches for; rescues missing, trapped and injured hikers, rescues vehicle accident victims in the mountains, and assists with a variety of other rescue situations. For more information, visit sdmrt.com/ joinus.htm.
Ongoing and seasonal Sand and bags are available to any San Dimas resident at the City Maintenance Yard, 301 S. Walnut Ave., San Dimas. Sandbags divert water, protect slopes and structures, and assist in erosion control. Bring a shovel and fill a few sandbags to keep for a rainy day. For storm-related questions, contact the City of San Dimas Public Works Department at (909) 394-6240.
San Dimas Historical Society, the Walker House, 121 N. San Dimas Ave. The San Dimas Historical Society preserves the history of San Dimas by bringing together those people interested in Southern California regional history, especially the history of San Dimas. The society continuously discovers and collects items that establish, redefine or illustrate the history of San Dimas.
Office and Archives: Open 1-4 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Museum and Gift Shop: 1-4 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the fourth Sunday of the month. Also, 6-8 p.m. when the Festival of Arts Second Story Gallery is open, on most second and third Friday and Saturday nights.
Docent-led Tours: 11 a.m. and 1 p.m., fourth Sunday of the month; reservations recommended, but not required. For more info: (909) 592-1192; email to office91773@ sandimashistorical.org.
SAN DIMAS LIBRARY The Kids’ Corner Feb. 26 Preschool Storytime: 10:30 a.m., Friday, Feb. 26. Kids will enjoy songs, finger plays, nursery rhymes and flannel board stories, as well as an art activity in keeping with our reading theme. On the final Friday of the month we will offer our Read and Play format where the kids will have an opportunity to play with educational toys in lieu of an art activity after the stories. Preschool-aged children are welcome, as well as those younger who can sit quietly and listen to the stories.
Teens and Adults Feb. 24 Yarnology: 6 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 24. Share your projects and patterns while learning from and teaching others. Bring your own supplies. Ages 10 and up; all levels of experience are welcome.
Ongoing Adult Programs Join Friends of San Dimas Library. Meetings are usually held at 9:30 a.m., the third Tuesday of the month (except December) in the Library Meeting room. All meetings are open to the public. Friends are always in need of volunteers to help sort books for our ongoing lobby sale.
UPLAND Weekly/Monthly Senior Billiards Tournament, last Monday of each month, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.: Ages 55+, $5 includes lunch, arrive at 11:30 a.m.; Gibson Senior Center Billiards Room, 250 N. Third Ave. Info: (909) 981-4501.
Clutter Chaos, every Tuesday, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.: – Ages 55+ FREE Self-help group to deal with personal clutter. Gibson Senior Center Arts & Crafts Room, 250 N. Third Ave. (909) 981-4501.
FREE Tech Help, every Thursday, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. – Ages 55+, bring your digital gadget and ask questions one on one. Gibson Senior Center, 250 N. Third Ave, Upland. (909) 981-4501.
UPLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY Feb. 27 Latino Americans: 500 Years of History Special Panel Presentation: “Prejudice and Pride.” 1-4 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 27, Carnegie Cultural Center, 123 E. D St., Upland. Dr. Tomas Summers-Sandoval will present “Prejudice and Pride,” which details the creation of the proud Chicano identity, as labor leaders organize farm workers in California, and as activists push for better education opportunities for Latinos, the inclusion of Latino studies, and empowerment in the political process.
Ongoing Youth Services Programs Chapter Chat Book Club (Ages 6 to 8 years): 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., Thursdays through Feb. 25, at the Upland Public library Discovery Lab, 450 N. Euclid Ave., Upland. In this month-long book club, we’ll read books at your level, chat and have a good time. Parents may register their children by calling the Children’s Department at (909) 931-4213.
One-derful Ones Storytime: 10 a.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays, through Feb. 25, in the Brodie Room. This lap sit storytime is for 0-2 years old and a parent to discover the joys of books and libraries through songs, nursery rhymes and finger plays. The program lasts approx. 20 minutes.
Toddlertime: 10:15 a.m. Tuesdays and 11:15 a.m. Thursdays, through Feb. 25, in the Brodie Room. This storytime is for children between the ages of 2 and 3. Accompanied by an adult, these little library users will enjoy stories, songs, flannel board stories, puppet, and finger plays. The program lasts approximately 20 minutes.
Preschool Storytime: 11:15 a.m. Tuesdays, through Feb. 23, in the Brodie Room. For children ages 3 to 5, this storytime presents children’s literature through picture books, flannel board stories, puppets, songs and simple crafts. The program lasts approximately 45 minutes. This is an independent storytime where children should be able to sit and listen without a parent present.
Afterschool Adventures: 3:30 p.m. Wednesdays, through Feb. 24, in the Brodie Room. Beginning readers ages 5 to 9 will enjoy great stories, snack, and fun take-home craft. This program lasts approximately 50 minutes.
P.J. Storytime: 6 p.m. Thursdays, through Feb. 25, in the Brodie Room. Put on something comfy, curl up at the library and listen to some great bedtime stories. This is a storytime for the whole family. This storytime lasts approximately 30 minutes.
Bilingual Storytime: 5 p.m.to 6 p.m. Mondays, through Feb. 22, in the Brodie Room. Hola! Venga (come) join us for Bilingual Storytime. Stories will be read in English and Spanish. This storytime is for the whole family.
Ongoing Tween Programs Level Up: 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Fridays, through Feb. 26, in the Brodie Room. Calling all “Tweens” between the ages of 9 and 12: this program is for you. Join us on Fridays for games, crafts, science and snacks.
Paw Stars: 11 a.m. to noon, first Saturday of the month, in the Children’s Section. Paw Stars gives children the opportunity to strengthen their reading skills by reading to one of our registered therapy dogs. This is a drop-in program.
TableTop Tuesday: 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. every first Tuesday of the month, in the Brodie Room. Get ready to play both classic board games and indie card games at our new TableTop Tuesday event. Learn how to play games like Settlers of Catan, The Resistance, Splendor, Ultimate Werewolf, and so much more. For teens only.
Teen Gaming: 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., first and last Thursday of the month, in the Brodie Room. Get your game on with our brand new Wii-U!
Play games like Mario Kart 8 and Super Smash Bros.! We’ll also have board games available like Apples to Apples and Monopoly.
Teen Craft: 3:30-5:30 p.m., every Second Thursday of the month, in the Brodie Room. From ideas on Pinterest to YouTube, we’ll be tackling some fun DIY ideas. Stop by to make some cool gadgets with us!
Teen After School Movie: 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. every third Thursday of the month, in the Brodie Room. Take a break and watch a movie at the Library for a relaxing and fun afternoon. Refreshments provided.
Ongoing Library Literacy Programs Carnegie Cultural Center: Upland Library can help you improve your English; speak better, read better, get a better job, meet your goals. Students are matched with a tutor to study basic, conversational ESL instruction provided by volunteer tutors. Materials provided. To sign up, please contact Literacy Coord. Liz Barbee at (909) 931-4211.
Ongoing Adult Programs Conversations About God: Bridges of Understanding Series: 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., every fourth Tuesday of the month, Carnegie Cultural Center. The library has partnered with the Upland Interfaith Council to bring visitors presentations from different faiths in and around our community.
Adults Arts and Crafts Club: 10:30 a.m. every second Saturday of the month, in the Brodie Room. Do you have a creative side? Do you envy kids for their craft times? This is your chance to enjoy your own arts and crafts time! Each month we will feature a craft for you to work on. Just show up – we will supply the tools and materials!
Computer Classes: 3 p.m. to 4 p.m., every Monday (if the month has five Mondays, then class will be canceled on the fifth Monday) in the Brodie Room. Learn how to use a computer on one of the