MARK YOUR CALENDARS PASADENA
Through Feb. 12
The Batchelder: Tilemaker Exhibition will be on display through Feb. 12 at the Pasadena Museum of History, 470 W. Walnut St., Pasadena. This is the first local exhibit dedicated solely to the life and work of artist and educator Ernest Batchelder, who established his first tile factory in the backyard of his home on the banks of Pasadena’s Arroyo Seco. His hand-crafted art tiles epitomized the ideals of the American Arts & Crafts movement. Exhibit curator Robert Winter lives in the Batchelder house and wrote the definitive Batchelder history, Batchelder: Tilemaker. For more information, call (626) 577-1660 or visit pasadenahistory.org.
ARCADIA
Dec. 2-4, Dec. 10-11, Dec. 16-18
A Christmas Caper, presented by the San Gabriel Valley Repertory Theatre’s Dining Dramatically melodrama dinner theatre, will be held Dec. 2-4 and Dec. 10-11, Oak Tree Room, 1150 W. Colorado Ave., Arcadia. Performances will also be held Dec. 16-18 at Mari’s Kitchen, 1319 N. Grand Ave., Covina. The event will include a three-act play and three-course dinner. For reservations, visit sgvrt.com, call (626) 327-9885 or email sgvrt626@gmail.com.
AZUSA
Ongoing Azusa-Glendora Soroptimist
Club meets at noon, the first and third Tuesdays of the month, and at 6 p.m. on the last Wednesday of the month, Marie Callenders, 1175 E. Alosta Ave., Azusa. Soroptimist means “Best for Women,” and the club stays within the mission of a global volunteer organization working to improve the lives of women and girls
through programs leading to social and economic empowerment. If this
mission appeals to you, please join us! For more information call
President Elaine Heisinger at (626) 905-3591.
CHINO
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.
CLAREMONT
Nov. 13
League of Women Voters “Food for Thought” program,
2 p.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 13, Padua Room at Hughes Center, 1700
Danbury Ave., Claremont. Dr. Zachary Course, Research Director of the
Dreier Roundtable at Claremont McKenna College will speak about
“Election 2016: Will Washington Work Now?” For tickets or more
information, visit claremont.ca.lwvnet.org or call (909) 624-9457.
Nov. 14
Shakespeare Club of Pomona Valley meets
at 2 p.m., Monday, Nov. 14, Joslyn Center, 660 N. Mountain Ave.,
Claremont. Local talent Brian Elerding, artistic director of Pasadena’s
Ensemble Shakespeare Theater, will speak about his adaptation of King
Lear in a discussion, “Inspecting the Text: Discovering the Complexities
of King Lear. For more information, contact Lucy Lynch at lucylynch@aol.com or (909) 717-1109.
Nov. 18
Pomona Valley Amateur Astronomers meet
at 7:30 p.m., Nov. 18, Jan. 13, Feb.10, March 10, April 7 and May 12,
at Harvey Mudd College, R. Michael Shanahan Center, Room B460, 320 E.
Foothill Blvd., Claremont. The meeting is open to the public. For more
information, visit PVAA.Us.
Nov. 20
Rabbi Brant Rosen will speak on “Current Challenges in the Palestinian Solidarity Movement,” 7
p.m., Sunday, Nov. 20, Decker Hall, 665 Avery Road, Claremont. Rosen’s
presentation will include an explanation of the evolution of his
thinking from a liberal Zionist to critic of Israel’s treatment of
Palestinians.
Nov. 27
Claremont Symphony Orchestra’s post-Thanksgiving concert, 3:30
p.m., Sunday, Nov. 27, Bridges Hall of Music, Pomona College, 150 E.
4th St., Claremont. Pomona College music faculty member Roger Lebow will
perform Antonin Dvorak’s celebrated cello concerto. For more
information, visit claremontso.org, or contact CSO President Cecilia
Cloughly at (909) 596-5979.
Dec. 10-11
The Claremont Chorale’s annual holiday program will
feature two concerts at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 10, Claremont
Presbyterian Church, 1111 N. Mountain Ave., Claremont, and 4 p.m.,
Sunday, Dec. 11, La Verne Church of the Brethren, 2425 E St., La Verne.
The holiday program this year embraces the ancient and the modern and
includes a survey of historic yuletide music alongside Behold New Joy:
ancient carols of Christmas, a suite of carol arrangements by local
composer Shawn Kirchner.
Ongoing The University Club of Claremont invites
interested visitors to its weekly meetings, held from 11:30 a.m. to
1:30 p.m., Tuesdays, in the Padua Room of the Hughes Community Center,
1700 Danbury Road, Claremont. Meetings include lunch and a guest
speaker. For more information, visit universityclubofclaremont. org. The
UCC is nonprofit organization dedicated to the ongoing education of its
members in addition to providing annual grants and scholarships to
support local students and community organizations.
Frank G. Bonelli Park Nature Walks: Join
Pomona Valley Audubon Society for a nature walk at the Frank G. Bonelli
Park Sunday, Nov. 27. This is an easy two-hour walk for beginners as
well as experts. The diverse habitat makes this a great place to find
Greater Roadrunner, Cactus Wren and California Gnatcatcher, along with
raptors and wintering water fowl. Contact leader Rod Higbie by email at warblerod@verizon.net or by phone at (909) 599-6526 for time and directions.
Join the Granola Team for the Crossroads Social Enterprise, Rising Women! We
need four volunteers to make granola from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., on the
third Friday of every month. This will be an ongoing commitment. Our
granola is a popular item at the Claremont Farmer’s Market, so we need a
team to help us keep the public happy! For more information, contact
Volunteer Coordinator Vicki Claudius at vicki@crossroadswomen.org or (909) 626-7847.
Claremont Meals on Wheels needs
volunteers who can help in the packing and/or in the delivery of food
to clients. Volunteers can either pack meals from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.,
or deliver meals from 10:30 a.m. to noon. A commitment of two days a
month is needed. For information, call (909) 621-4018 or visit
claremontmealsonwheels. org/volunteer-for-us/ and submit a volunteer
application.
Players needed for recreational bridge from
1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Tuesdays, at Blaisdell Senior Center, 440 S.
College Ave., Claremont. Beginners welcome. For more information, call
(909) 621-2079.
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 information, 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. For more information,
email jerrymaury@yahoo.com or call (909) 624-6395.
Tutti Mangia Italian Grill, 102
Harvard Ave., Claremont at First St.: Friday Nights, 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.
with Gip Noble on keyboards Nov. 18 and Nov. 25, Taylor Tea performing
Nov. 19, and Ken Courtney on Nov. 26; Late Night Happy Hour, 9 p.m. to
11 p.m. every Friday/Saturday night. Bar Menu until 10:30 p.m. weekends
featuring $2 Oyster Shooters; $3 Caprese Sliders.
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 information, call (909)
580-3530.
COVINA
Dec. 10
The Covina Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) meets
at 10 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 10. The meeting will feature “All That
Bling! DAR Insignia” presented by Sharon Meigs. For location and other
information, contact Sheila Ossner at darmail4sheila@gmail.com.
DIAMOND BAR LIBRARY
Nov. 19
Sidewalk Sale: 9
a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 19, Basically BOOKS, 23447 Golden
Springs, Diamond Bar. We will have a variety of genres and all proceeds
will benefit the Library.
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. For more information visit dblibraryfriends.org.
Diamond Bar Friends of the Library Board Meetings are held at 8:30 a.m., the last Saturday of most months. Visitors are always welcome. To confirm time, please email kathleennewe@gmail.com.
Nov. 13
52nd Auto Club NHRA Finals. The
season finale comes to Auto Club Raceway in Pomona for four eclectic
days of high-speed excitement and the crowning and celebration of 2016
champions. Parking is at Gate 17 on Fairplex Drive. For more information
visit nhra.com.
Nov. 18-20
Pomona Home Improvement & Remodeling Show: noon
to 7 p.m., Nov. 18, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Nov. 19, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Nov.
20, Expo Hall 4. Featuring educational and informative demonstrations,
displays and seminars on the newest ideas in home improvement and
remodeling for inside and outside. The event will include entertainment,
home show prices and discounts, and drawings for prizes. Parking is at
Gate 17 on Fairplex Drive. For more information, visit
homeshowconsultants.com.
Nov. 19-20
Toy Train Operating Society/ Cal Stewart Meet: Expo
Hall 6. The exhibition hall is open for trading to all toy train, model
train, train and toy enthusiasts and their guests. Parking is at Gate
17 on Fairplex Drive. For more info, visit ttos-sw.com.
Nov. 27
Everybody’s Birdmart: 9:30
a.m. to 4 p.m., Expo Hall 4. Birds of all sizes and breeds along with
supplies and information. For more information, visit
everybodysbirdmart.com.
Dec. 2-4
Harvest Festival: 9
a.m. to 6 p.m. Dec. 2, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Dec. 3, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday, Dec. 4. The Harvest Festival Original Art & Craft Show is
the destination for those looking for unique gifts, and beautiful
handmade items all weekend long. Enjoy live entertainment, tasty holiday
treats and activities for the kiddos. Parking at Gate 17 on Fairplex
Drive. For more info, visit harvestfestival.com.
Dec. 4
Pomona Swap Meet & Classic Car Show: 5
a.m. to 2 p.m., Main lot. Hard-to-find car parts, customs and classics.
Parking at Gate 17 on Fairplex Drive. For more information, visit
pomonaswapmeet.com.
Dec. 7 NHRA Museum’s Twilight Cruise Night: 3
p.m. to 7 p.m., Fairplex lower administration lot. This is the museum’s
toy drive event. The evening will also include fun for all ages to
enjoy, including hundreds of hot rods, classic cars and even a few
vintage race cars on display. Parking at Gate 1 on McKinley Ave. For
more information, visit museum.nhra.com.
Dec. 10-22
Holiday Half Marathon: Snow
at the start line and a snowflake medal at the finish make this a
unique Southern California race. Parking at Gate 9 on White Avenue. For
more information, visit runholidayhalf.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 So.
California. For more info: (909) 622-2133.
Inland Pacific Ballet presents The Nutcracker. The
holiday tradition returns to the Inland Empire, with performances from
Nov. 26 to Dec. 16 at Lewis Family Playhouse in Rancho Cucamonga, Fox
Performing Arts Center in Riverside and Bridges Auditorium at Pomona
College Claremont. The Nutcracker comes to life in this magnificent
ballet with dazzling sets, beautiful costumes, and more than 80 dancers
on stage. For tickets and more information, visit IPBALLET.org.
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. For more information: (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 diesel-powered 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. For more information: (909) 865-4043.
GLENDORA
Nov. 15
The Azusa-Glendora Chapter of Soroptimists is
seeking applications from women seeking financial assistance for
educational or training expenses. Women who serve as the primary wage
earners for their families and seek financial assistance to continue
their education or receive training can now apply for the Soroptimist
Live Your Dream: Education and Training Awards for Women. The deadline
to apply is Nov. 15. Applications are available at Citrus College,
Educational Programs and Services, or by calling Marilyn Grinsdale at
(626) 695-8615 or email at mgrins1@verizon.net.
Ongoing Have you been to the Glendora Historical Society Museum lately? There
are lots of changes in the works! New exhibits are being prepared; we
are expanding some existing displays and are starting some programs for
kids. We are also pleased to report that our drought-tolerant
landscaping is looking great! All the native plants are flowering and
bringing in butterflies and hummingbirds. If you haven’t been to the
Museum in a while, make this Saturday the day to visit! We are open from
11 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Saturday. The Museum is at 314 N. Glendora
Ave., Glendora.
Recorded Matter: Ceramics in Motion. The
new exhibit will be on display through Feb. 26 at the American Museum
of Ceramic Art (AMOCA), 399 N. Garey Ave., Pomona. The exhibit features
11 internationally-based ceramic artists integrating video into their
studio practice. Organized and curated by Garth Johnson, Arizona State
University Art Museum Ceramics Research Center Curator. Information:
amoca.org.
The Glendora Historical Society Needs You! Ever
thought of becoming 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 Rubel Castle.
There are lots of things going on and we’ll find a spot that meets your
interests and needs. You’ll be glad you did! For more info visit
glendorahistoricalsociety.org or call (626) 963-0419.
GFWC Federated East Valley Woman’s Club is
looking for members. The organization meets 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 info: (909) 260-6729.
HONDA CENTER
Honda Center stands
as one of the premier entertainment and sports venues in the country.
Located at 2695 E. Katella, Anaheim, the arena annually hosts top-name
concerts, exciting sporting events; family favorites. Tickets to
upcoming events can be purchased at Honda Center’s Box Office as well as
any Ticketmaster Outlet, through Charge-By-Phone at (800) 745-3000 or
online at Ticketmaster.com. Tickets are available to purchase at the
Honda Center Box Office beginning one day after the Ticketmaster public
on sale. For a full calendar of events and more info, visit
hondacenter.com.
Nov. 13
Julion Alvarez Y Su Norteno Banda, 8 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 13.
Dec. 3
Juan Gabriel, 8 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 3.
Dec. 4
Andrea Bocelli, 7:30 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 4.
Feb. 16-17, 2017
Twenty One Pilots, 7 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 15 and Thursday, Feb. 16.
LA VERNE
Nov. 16
The GFWC La Verne-San Dimas Woman’s Club’s fundraiser
will be held during lunch and dinner hours, Wednesday, Nov. 16, at
Chili’s, 1912 Foothill Blvd., La Verne. The club will receive 15 percent
on meals purchased when the club name is mentioned. Monies raised will
enable the local club to continue their projects for the communities.
Nov. 17
The GFWC La Verne-San Dimas Woman’s Club meets
at 6:30 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 17, Hillcrest, Galen Walker Board Room,
2705 Mountain View Drive, La Verne. For more information, visit the GFWC
La Verne-San Dimas Woman’s Club on facebook or visit gfwc.org. For more
information, call Bettina at (909) 599-2695 or Linda at (909) 593-3906.
Nov. 19
The La Verne Historical Society will present Don Benito Wilson: Mountain Man to Mayor at
3 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 19, Hillcrest Meeting House, 2705 Mountain View
Drive, La Verne. Nat Read will document the life of one of the most
significant pioneers of Pasadena and all of Southern California. It was
Wilson who led the first non-Indian party into the San Bernardino
Mountains and who named the area Bear Lake. He is also the grandfather
of Gen. George Patton. The meeting is open to the public.
Dec. 3
Windsong Southland Chorale, in
collaboration with Canyon City Brass, will present Behold New Joy, an
exciting Christmas concert, at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 3, Church of
the Brethren, 2524 E St., La Verne. For tickets or more info, call (909)
983-9879.
Ongoing Sons of Norway’s noon potluck meetings are
held every second Saturday of the month at Rock of the Foothills
Church, 4630 Wheeler Ave., La Verne. Anyone interested in Nordic history
and culture can call Agnes at (909) 985-1076 or Brian at (909)
989-3833, or visit sundfjord.org.
The Garden Friends meet
from 10 a.m. to noon, the second Thursday of the month, at the La Verne
Community Center, 3660 D St., La Verne. Join us if you are interested
in all facets of home gardening.
The GFWC La Verne-San Dimas Woman’s Club has
resumed its meetings at 7 p.m., the third Thursday of the month,
Hillcrest’s Meeting House, Galen Walker Board Room, 2705 Mountain View
Drive, La Verne. The local Woman’s Club is very active in supporting the
cause against domestic violence, contributing to the USO, Sowing Seeds
for Life Food Bank, education and many more worthwhile causes. For more
info, please call Bettina at (909) 599-2695 or Linda at (909) 593-3906.
Windsong Southland Chorale meets
from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. every Monday at Rock of the Foothills Lutheran
Church, 4620 Wheeler Ave., La Verne. New singers are welcome at any
time, especially tenor and bass parts. For more information, visit
windsongsouthland-chorale.org or call (909) 983-9879.
ONTARIO
Ongoing Inland Valley Hope Partners is
seeking faith communities, businesses, service organizations, families
and other generous community friends to help make the holidays special
for local families in need. The Adopt A Family Program matches
low-income families with those who can show them they are not forgotten.
For more info, or to request a family profile, contact Kami Newman or
Maria Zuleta at (909) 622-3806, ext. 105 or ext. 104, or visit
InlandValleyHopePartners.org.
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. Information and
program reservations, call (909) 395-2510.
Exhibition Schedule
Through Nov. 13
Dia de Los Muertos: Seasons of Life – through Nov. 13.
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. Info: call (909) 463-3733.
Exhibition Schedule
Through Nov. 20 Side by Side, through
Nov. 20. Working side-by-side with their students, the art teachers of
the Chaffey Joint Union High School District share their knowledge and
help students find a visual form of communication.
Nov. 24-Jan. 22
The 2016 AIR (Artist Inventory Reduction) Sale will
be held Nov. 14 to Jan. 22. Artists may submit up to five works of art
for the sale, and may replace items as they are sold.
Through Nov. 27
Twenty-Six Pieces, Gina Lawson-Egan, through Nov. 27. A ceramic sculpture exhibit that explores the figurative form using each letter of the alphabet.
Through Jan. 1
Line Gallery, The Beginning. The Original Nine, through
Jan. 1. CCMA was founded in the spring of 1941 by Francis and Helen
Line of Ontario, in memory of their daughter Barbara who died of
leukemia at the age of 8. The museum’s collection began with nine
paintings designated the Barbara Line Memorial Collection. Artists in
this exhibition include Conrad Buff, Thomas Craig, Emil Kosa, Jr., Paul
Lauritz, Marjorie Reed Lindgren, Marion Vale Olds, Clyde Scott and Anna
Wilson.
POMONA
Nov. 18
Professor Jack Pitney to speak during Brenda Rosenfeld Scholars Series, 7:30
p.m., Friday, Nov. 18, Temple Beth Israel, 3033 N. Towne Ave., Pomona.
Pitney will speak during Shabbat services. For more information, call
the Temple office at (909) 626-1277.
Dec. 3
Holiday Luncheon, Boutique and Fun, 11
a.m. to 2 p.m., Dec. 3, Pomona Fellowship Church of the Brethren, 875
W. Orange Grove, Pomona. Come to a warm and wonderful holiday luncheon
with boutique and baked items for sale and holiday music by the Sweet
Adelines. The Beta Mu Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma, a women’s educator
service organization, has arranged the afternoon as one of its two
annual fundraisers. For more information, call Kathy at (909) 596-3920.
Ongoing
Pomona Meals on Wheels is
designed to assist not only those who are unable to prepare their own
meals because of a recent surgery or accident, but also those who
physically cannot shop and cook. There is no age restriction on who can
receive a meal. Volunteers are the heart of the program and provide both
a meal and a friendly visit. There are a number of ways to volunteer
with Meals on Wheels: packing, driving, navigating, clerical, and
management. If you would like more information about volunteering with
Meals on Wheels, please call Foothill Communities RSVP at (909)
621-9900.
American Museum of Ceramic Art is open from noon to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday; 399 North Garey Ave., Pomona.
Exhibition Schedule
Ceramics A to Z: AMOCA’s
Permanent Collection. Clay has been part of human culture for
centuries, but it was not until the 8th century that the first alphabet
was introduced. Just as the letters of the building blocks of the
alphabet, letters also symbolize the building blocks of AMOCA’s
collection. Each of the 26 letters of the alphabet will be used to
highlight topics in AMOCA’s permanent collection with a focus on
geography, techniques, and artistic styles.
Through July 31, 2017
Mettlach: Folklore & Fairy Tales.
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; 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
artwork, ceramics, fiber, jewelry, mixed media, painting and
photography.
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. Information: (909) 397-9716.
Exhibition Schedule
Through
Nov. 19
Aztlan 2016: From
Crayon Buddies to Public Artists An East LA Story, Honoring East Los
Streetscapers David Botello and Wayne Healey. Curated by Frank Garcia.
Studio 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 to 5 p.m., Wednesdays. Explore the feast of art in this class for all ages.
Imagination Saturdays: 2 to 4 p.m., Saturdays. Papier mache, puppetry and theater for ages 7 and up.
RANCHO CUCAMONGA
Through
Nov. 13
Pride & Prejudice, Lewis
Family Playhouse, Victoria Gardens Cultural Center, 12505 Cultural
Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga. Return to the 1800s as Rancho Cucamonga
Community Theatre presents the world premiere adaptation of Jane
Austin’s Pride and Prejudice. For tickets and more info, visit
lewisfamilyplayhouse. com or call (909) 477-2752 or (877) 858-8422.
Ongoing
The John Rains House is open for tours. John
Rains, a businessman and grape grower, had the home built in 1860 and
it is now a historic site of the San Bernardino County Museum. He lived
there with his wife, Maria Merced, and their children. The house is open
for tours from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday, 8810
Hemlock St., Rancho Cucamonga. For more information, call (909)
989-4970.
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 info 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.
REDLANDS
Nov. 19
Charity Bachelor Auction, Saturday,
Nov. 19, Speakeasy, 10 E State St., Redlands. The auction is a
fundraiser for The Unforgettables Foundation and the Businesswoman’s
Association of San Bernardino County. Tickets are available at
unforgettables.org or by calling the TUF office at (909) 335-1600.
SAN DIMAS
Ongoing and seasonal 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 information: (909) 592-1192; email to office91773@ sandimashistorical.org.
SAN DIMAS LIBRARY
The Kids’ Corner Toddler Storytime: 10:30
a.m., Friday, Nov. 18. Our themes will include Harvest/Fall and
Thanksgiving. At Storytime, we enjoy stories, songs, finger plays and
flannel board nursery rhymes/stories. We also include art activities in
keeping with the theme. This program is for toddler-aged children but
those younger may attend if they can sit quietly and listen to the
stories.
Teen Hangout Adult 101: Social Media and Cyber Smarts: 3
p.m., Saturday, Nov. 19. Teens: start learning some of the intricacies
of adulthood at the library. Come join the teen librarian in a
discussion about how to protect your privacy, avoid cyber bullying, and
stay happy online.
Adult Activities Third Thursday Book Club: 6:30
p.m., Thursday, Nov. 17. Join our Thursday evening book club. This
month’s selection is The Drop by Dennis Lehane. Copies of the book are
available for checkout at the San Dimas Library.
Ongoing Adult Activity
Join Friends of San Dimas Library. Meetings
are usually held at 9:30 a.m., third Tuesday of the month (except Dec.)
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
Dec. 10
Legends of R&B and Doo Wop concert, Saturday, Dec. 10, Highlander Auditorium, 850 N. San Antonio Ave., Upland.
R&B
legends Mary Wilson of the Supremes and Eddie Holman will be among the
great musicians who will fill the star-studded concert. For more info,
contact Don Goethals at (951) 317-2155 or affordablemusicproductions@ aol.com.
Jan. 27
Taste of the IE, 6
p.m. to 10 p.m., Friday, Jan. 27, Double Tree by Hilton Hotel in
Claremont. The Upland Chamber of Commerce will present the Taste of the
I.E., featuring a Monte Carlo night of gaming, fabulous foods and drinks
from local restaurants and beverage merchants. For tickets or more
info, call the Upland Chamber of Commerce at (909) 204-4465, email realpeople@ upland-chamber.org or visit Eventbrite.com/TasteoftheIE.
Weekly/Monthly Upland Certified Farmers Market, every
Thursday, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., Historic Downtown Upland at 2nd Avenue and
9th Street. Enjoy vendors, food, music, produce, a Kid’s zone and more!
For more information: historicdowntownupland.org.
Historic Upland Walking Tours, every
second Saturday, 10 a.m. Meet at the Cooper Regional History Museum,
217 A St., Upland, and join us for an indepth look at Upland’s history,
downtown businesses and people that define the City of
Gracious Living. Tours are approximately two hours and one mile in
length over flat surfaces. Info: (909) 982-8010 or coopermuseum.org.
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. Information: Gibson Senior Center Arts & Crafts
Room, 250 N. Third Ave. Info: (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. For more information, call (909) 981-4501.
Upland Coin Club meets at 7:30 p.m., the third Saturday of the month, at Magnolia Recreation Center, 651 W. 15th St., Upland.
UPLAND LIBRARY
Ongoing Youth Services
Programs One-derful Ones Storytime: 10
a.m. Wednesdays & Thursdays, 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 approximately 20 minutes.
Toddlertime: 10:15
a.m. Tuesdays and 11:15 a.m. Thursdays, 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, 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, in the Brodie Room. Beginning readers ages 5to9 will
enjoy great stories, snack, and fun takehome craft. This program lasts
approximately 50 minutes.
P.J. Storytime: Thursdays,
6 p.m., 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, 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, 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; 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
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
p.m. to 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 Volunteer tutors needed. Are
you looking for a rewarding way to volunteer in your community while
helping an adult improve her or his life? Volunteering at the Upland
Public Library’s Adult Literacy Program is a wonderful way to offer
service to your city. Beginning in August, tutor training will be held
from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., the first Saturday of every month. To
register or for more information, call the Literacy Office at (909)
931-4211.
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, contact Literacy Coordinator 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 library’s Chromebooks. The classes will
cover logging on and off, connecting to the Library’s wireless network,
using the keyboard and touchpad, browsing the web, and using email. You
will also learn how to use the Library’s resources and online databases.
You just need an Upland Public Library Card with Internet access to
attend.
Movie Night for Grown-ups: 6
p.m., every Third Wednesday of the month, in the Brodie Room. Come and
mingle with other adults in our wonderful community for a spectacular
Classic Movie Night! Free tasty popcorn will be provided.
Driver License Study Lab: 1
p.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Thursday, Carnegie Cultural Center;
self-study format where the student can take practice tests online or in
hard copy. Students need to register first, but walk-ins will be
accepted. For more info and to register contact Liz Barbee at (909)
931-4211.
CA DMV Driver Handbook: 3p.m.,
the first and third Tuesday of the month, at Carnegie Cultural Center.
Each student will be given a DMV Handbook and the instructor will point
out key areas of the handbook that the students need to read through and
study. Students can attend as often as they would like. To register,
call Liz Barbee, Literacy Coordinator at (909) 931-4211.
Nov. 21 Elaine Martone Chamber Music Master Class/Music Industry Workshop, 10 a.m. to noon, Monday, Nov. 21, Music Recital Hall.
Through Dec. 8 Exhibit of works by Karl Benjamin, “Close Values: The Legacy of Karl Benjamin,” kicks
off the Mt. San Antonio College Art Gallery. The exhibit is open 11
a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, and 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Tuesdays. Special Saturday hours are noon to 2 p.m., Oct. 15, Nov. 5 and
Dec. 3. For more info, call the Art Gallery at (909) 274-4328.
Ongoing Child Care Food Program: For
the 21st consecutive year, the Child Development Center at Mt. San
Antonio College is offering a free Child Care Food Program to all
children who attend the center. Through the federally-funded program,
the center serves nutritious breakfasts, lunches and snacks to
approximately 200 children from birth through age 5 without charge. For
more information contact Mt. SAC Child Development Center at (909)
274-4920
Nov. 13
Pomona College Band, 3
p.m., Sunday, Nov. 13, Bridges Hall of Music, 150 E. 4th St.,
Claremont. Conductor Graydon Beeks leads the ensemble in a program of
music by Bernstein, Frantzen, Gregson, Holst, Sondheim and others with
clarinet soloist Gary Boyyer in Rimsky-Korsakov’s Concerto for Clarinet
and Military Band and with guest conductor Karl Kohn taking the baton
for Sousa’s Washington Post March. Info: Pomona.edu/events/
pomona-college-band-3 or (909) 607-2671.
Nov. 18
Friday Noon Concert, 12:15
p.m., Friday, Nov. 18, Balch Auditorium, Scripps College, 1030 Columbia
St., Claremont. The noontime concert will feature Jacqueline Suzuki,
violin; Cynthia Fogg, viola; Tom Flaherty, cello; and Susan Svrcek,
piano, presenting Brahms’ Quartet in C Minor, Op. 60. Information:
scrippscollege.edu/events/fnc or (909) 607-3266.
Nov. 18and Nov. 20
Pomona College Orchestra, 8
p.m., Friday, Nov. 18, and 3 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 20, Bridges Hall of
Music, 150 E. 4th St., Claremont. Conductor Eric Lindholm leads the
collegiate ensemble in two concerts, performing Messiaen: Les offrandes
oublies (1930), Strauss: Don Juan, Op. 20, Ligeti: Lontano (1967) and
Rimsky- Korsakov: Capriccio espagnol, Op. 34. Information: Pomona.
edu/events/Pomona-collegeorchestra-4 or (909) 607-2671.
Nov. 22
Pomona College Jazz Ensemble, 4:30
p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 22, Lyman Hall, 340 N. College Ave., Claremont.
Ellington to Electric! The Pomona College Jazz Ensemble offers an
eclectic afternoon of big band and vocal jazz under the direction Barb
Catlin. Information: Pomona.edu/ events/Pomona-college-jazzensemble-2,
or (909) 607-2671.
Through Dec. 17
Rose B. Simpson: Ground, an
exhibition presented by the Pomona College Museum of Art, will be on
view through Dec. 17. The exhibition integrates Simpson’s monumental
clay sculptures with Pomona College’s collection of Native American art.
Jan. 17-May 14, 2017
Project Series 51: Incendiary Traces will
be on view from Jan. 17 through May 14 at the Pomona College Museum of
Art, 330 N. College Ave., Claremont. Public reception: 5-7 p.m.,
Saturday, Jan. 21.
Nov. 17-20
The Theatre Department presents “Tres Actos: The Militants, Vietnam Campesino & Los Vendidos,” a
play by screenwriter, film director and award-winning playwright Luis
Valdez, 7:30 p.m., Nov. 17-19, and 2 p.m. Nov. 20, Dailey Theatre.
Artist in residence Alma Martinez will direct. Information: (909)
448-4386 or theatre@ laverne.edu.
Nov. 13
Sundays at the Morgan presents LA Opera Artists, performing
a fun and engaging recital of some of opera’s greatest hits and
highlights from the American Song Book, 6 p.m., Nov. 13, Morgan
Auditorium. Information: (909) 448-4408 or lrojo@laverne.edu.
Jonathan Kirsch, book editor and columnist for the Jewish Journal, will
speak for the Kristallnacht Lecture in collaboration with the Jewish
Federation, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., Nov. 13, Campus Center, Ballroom A.
Kirsch, an author and attorney, writes and lectures on legal topics
relating to the book publishing industry. Info: (909) 593-3511.
Nov. 15
Award-winning playwright Luis Valdez will
speak about his career, which includes writing and directing feature
films such as La Bamba, Zoot Suit and Cisco Kid, 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.,
Nov. 15, Dailey Theatre. Info: (909) 593-3511.
Ongoing galleries
Through
Dec. 16
The Irene Carlson Gallery of Photography presents
“Emblem and Artifice: Withered Symbols of War” by J. Jason Lazarus. The
gallery features chemigrans, an experimental art involving photographic
materials and chemicals. Information: Gary Colby, (909) 448-4070 or gcolby@laverne.edu.
FOOTHILLS COMMUNITY
Dec. 10
Behold New Joy, 7:30
p.m., Saturday, Dec. 10, Claremont Presbyterian Church, 1111 N.
Mountain Ave., Claremont; and 4 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 11, La Verne Church
of the Brethren, 2425 E St., La Verne. The Claremont Chorale’s annual
holiday program this year embraces the ancient and the modern and
includes a survey of historic yuletide music alongside Behold New Joy:
ancient carols of Christmas, a suite of carol arrangements by local
composer Shawn Kirchner.
March 11, 2017
Brush Up Your Shakespeare with the Claremont Chorale, 3
p.m., Saturday, March 11, Bridges Hall of Music, Pomona College, 150 E.
Fourth St., Claremont. Words of the Bard have supplied more than enough
inspiration for composers of choral music across the centuries. The
Chorale’s program will include everything from a capella madrigals to
recentlycomposed works and even jazz.
March 20, 2017
Opera Choruses, 3
p.m., Saturday, March 20, Bridges Hall of Music, Pomona College, 150 E.
Fourth St., Claremont. Talented local soloists will join the Claremont
Chorale in a celebration of choruses from operas old and new. Come enjoy
this reprise of a repertoire that has proven very popular in the past.
In collaboration with the Repertory Opera Company, Liz Beth Abeyta
Lucca, artistic director and founder. For tickets or more information,
visit claremontchorale.org.
