Aaron Neville in concert, 8 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 10, Lewis Family Playhouse, Victoria Gardens Cultural Center, 12505 Cultural Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga. The Grammy Award-winning R&B singer will serenade the playhouse audience with multiple holiday favorites, as well as some of his own chart topping hits. For tickets or more information, visit lewisfamilyplayhouse.com or call (909) 477-2752 or (877) 858-8422

MARK YOUR CALENDARS ONTARIO

Through December

The Christmas On Euclid Experience has returned with holiday events throughout December. Produced by the Greater Ontario Convention & Visitors Bureau, this has been a tradition for thousands of visitors each year since 1922. Historic Euclid Avenue is transformed into a whimsical winter wonderland with block upon block of beautiful lights. The twinkling exhibition of festive lights and decorations are on display throughout the holiday season. For more information, visit ChristmasonEuclid.com.

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. 4, Dec. 10-11 and Dec. 16-18

A Christmas Caper, presented by the San Gabriel Valley Repertory Theatre’s Dining Dramatically melodrama dinner theatre, will be held Dec. 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! Info, call: President Elaine Heisinger at (626) 905-3591.

BALDWIN PARK

Dec. 8

Grand Opening for Tech- Infused Sierra Vista High School Library, 9 a.m., Sierra Vista High School, 3600 N. Frazier St., Baldwin Park. The grand opening celebration will mark the transformation of the library into a multimedia collaboration center.

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

Through Dec. 24

The Kiwanis Club of

Claremont’s Holiday See’s Candy Store will be open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., through Dec. 24 (except for Thanksgiving Day), at 191 S. Indian Hill Blvd., Claremont. All profits will be used to support the mission of Kiwanis: serving the children of the world, one community and one child at a time. Local businesses and organizations wishing to place advance orders may contact the committee by calling Penny at (909) 621-2996 claremontsees@gmail.com.

Dec. 4

Jewelry Fundraiser, 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Crossroads Inc., 250 W. 1st St., Suite 254, Claremont. Artists David Likens and Kristy Thierrien have organized the fundraiser to benefit Crossroads Women.

Family bird walk, 8 a.m., Sunday, Dec. 4, Santa Ana Botanic Garden, 1500 N. College Ave., Claremont. The Pomona Valley Audubon Society will lead the walk. Bring binoculars and meet at the entrance.

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.

Dec. 12

Shakespeare Club of Pomona Valley meets 2 p.m., Monday, Dec. 12, Seaver House, 305 N. College Ave., Claremont. Professor and actor Linda Biseti offers an interactive session titled “Reading Shakespeare Aloud,” illustrating how different readings can create different meanings and implications for a play. Volunteer participants and listeners alike will enjoy this unique offering at the annual holiday visit to the elegant Seaver House at Pomona College, finely decorated for the holidays. The event is open to all. For more info, contact Lucy Lynch at (909) 717-1109 or lucylynch@aol.com. Jan. 13

Pomona Valley Amateur Astronomers meet at 7:30 p.m., 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.

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, Dec. 18. 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 call (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 info, 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. Info, call (909) 621-2079.

Inland Pacific Ballet presents The Nutcracker. The holiday tradition returns to the Inland Empire, with performances through 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.

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 info, 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.; 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. (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 info, contact Sheila Ossner at darmail4sheila@gmail.com.

Dec. 15

The Friendship Garden Club’s Christmas boutique and holiday bake sale, noon, Thursday, Dec. 15, Covina Woman’s Clubhouse, 128 S. San Jose, Covina. All interested local gardeners are invited to attend the meeting and holiday boutique and bake sale. For more information, contact Jeanette Gulli at (909) 599-1904 or jhgulli@verizon.net.

DIAMOND BAR LIBRARY

Jan. 21

Sidewalk Sale, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 21, Basically BOOKS, 23447 Golden Springs Drive, Diamond Bar.

Jan. 23

Book Discussion Group, 7 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 23, Basically BOOKS, 23447 Golden Springs Drive, Diamond Bar. Join in a discussion about The All Girl Filling Station’s Last Reunion by Fannie Flag.

April 23

24th Annual Wine Soiree and Benefit Auction, 4 p.m., Sunday, April 23, Diamond Bar Center. The best party in town!

Get your tickets early and be part of this great event. Wine tasting, delicious food, exciting auctions and more surprises.

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 info 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.

Dec. 4 Harvest Festival: 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. Info, visit harvestfestival.com.

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 info, 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 information: (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. For more 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 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. Information: (909) 865-4043.

GLENDORA

Ongoing

The Glendora Historical Society Museum takes on a new look, made possible by a grant from the Native Sons of the Golden West, with recently completed and updated exhibits focused on Glendora’s history. The Glendora timeline begins with Native Americans living 6,000 BC in the verdant and wildlife rich foothills of Glendora and covers Rancho Days, early pioneers, founding of the town, to the development of the City incorporated in 1911. The Museum is open from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Saturday. The Museum is at 314 N. Glendora Ave., Glendora.

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 information, visit hondacenter.com.

Dec. 4

Andrea Bocelli, 7:30 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 4.

Feb. 16-17

Twenty One Pilots, 7 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 15 and Thursday, Feb. 16.

LA VERNE

Through December

Christmas tree sales and weekend “sleigh” rides, straw maze and country store are open through December at Heritage Park, 5001 Via De Mansion, La Verne. Bring the family and experience Christmas on a farm. Choose from the freshest and finest in Noble, Grand and Douglas firs from Oregon. Purchase or reserve your trees from noon to 8:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday, noon to 9 p.m. Fridays, and 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. For more info, (909) 293-9005 or visit laverneheritage.org.

Dec. 10

David & Margaret Youth and Family Services Annual Holiday Open House, 3 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 10, 1350 3rd St., La Verne. The event features tours of the Residential Program cottages and the residents’ decorating contest, as well as live entertainment, Santa, a tree-lighting ceremony and refreshments. Guests are encouraged to bring a gift or gift certificate valued at $15 or more. For more info, contact Development Director Michael Urquidez at (909) 596-5931, ext. 3246 or Urquidezm@ Davidandmargaret.org.

Dec. 17

La Verne Church of the Brethren Sanctuary Choir presents In Dulci Jubilo, 4:30 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 17, 2425 E St., La Verne. Doors open at 3:30 p.m. Experience the sights and sounds of Christmas in the La Verne Church of the Brethren sanctuary decked out in garlands and bows! Delight in the sound of the Sanctuary Choir caroling favorites by Shawn Kirchner with pipe organ, strings, horn and more. Once again, Kirchner leads a sing-along after the concert. A courtyard reception follows. Join us for the performance and stay for cider and freshly baked holiday cookies! For more info, visit laverneCOB.org.

Jan. 19

The GFWC La Verne-San Dimas Woman’s Club will resume their regularly scheduled meetings after the holidays, at 6:30 p.m., Jan. 19, Galen Walker Board Room at Hillcrest, 2705 Mountain View Drive, La Verne. All interested women are invited to check out the exciting projects planned for the new club year. For more info, please call Bettina at (909) 599-2695 or Linda at (909) 593-3906.

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.

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 info, visit windsongsouthland-chorale.org or call (909) 983-9879.

ONTARIO

CalRTA Baldy View Division 61 meets at 11:30 a.m., Dec. 14, Friendship Center of Inland Christian Home, 1950 S. Mountain Ave., Ontario. The meeting and winter luncheon will also include a performance by Bethany Encina, Los Osos high School Choir Director, and her Chamber Singers, an advanced mixed choir.

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. 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.

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: (909) 463-3733.

Exhibition Schedule

Through Jan. 22 The 2016 AIR (Artist Inventory Reduction) Sale will be held through Jan. 22. Artists may submit up to five works of art for the sale; may replace items as they are sold.

Dec. 1-Jan. 15

New Eyes. Sumi Foley, Dec. 1-Jan. 15. Fabric art.

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.

Jan. 5-April 9 Tribute: Milford Zornes, Jan. 5-April 9. This exhibit pays tribute to the renowned artist Milford Zornes, who has a 75-year history with CCMA.

Jan. 19-Feb. 26

Women: Fantasy, Adventure and Escape-Chick Curtis, Women use emotion to bond families, communities and societies. In this exhibit, artist Chick Curtis presents a visual exploration of this dynamic.

POMONA

Dec. 10

Cookies, cakes and comedy with comedian Jeff Applebaum, 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 10, Temple Beth Israel, 3033 N. Towne Ave., Pomona. For reservations or more information, call Temple Beth Israel at (909) 626-1277.

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 info 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.

Dec. 4

Mata Ortiz Exhibition: Sale and hands-on workshop.

Through July 31

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.

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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.

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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. Info: (909) 397-9716.

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 p.m. to 5 p.m., Wednesdays. Explore the feast of art in this class for all ages.

Imagination Saturdays: 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., Saturdays. Papier mache, puppetry and theater for ages 7 and up.

RANCHO CUCAMONGA

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 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

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 interested in local history. Office and Archives: Open 1-4 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Museum and Gift Shop: 1-4 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Also, 6-8 p.m. when the Festival of Arts Second Story Gallery is open, on the second and third Friday and Saturday evenings of the month. Docent-led tours by appointment, (909) 592-1190 or email office91773@sandimas historical.org. Web: www. sandimashistorical.org/ Facebook: www.facebook. com/San-Dimas -Historical- Society-138186396277034.

SAN DIMAS LIBRARY

The Kids’ Corner

Toddler Storytime. 10:30 a.m., Fridays, Dec. 9, 16 and 23. Our themes will include cookies and Santa. Santa will visit Dec. 16. On Dec. 23, we will offer our Read and Play format where educational toys will be available for the children to play with after the stories. At Storytime we enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays and flannel board nursery rhymes/stories. We also include art activities in keeping with the theme. Younger children may attend if they can sit and enjoy the stories.

5:30 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 7. Join our therapy dog Jingles as he listens to stories you read to him! This is an opportunity for young readers to practice their reading skills. Younger children are also invited along with their favorite grown-up who may read a story to the dog. Sometimes Jingles brings a friend!

Family Program

Edible Christmas Tree Cupcakes. 3 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 17. All ages welcome! Join us as we create festive and delicious cupcakes adorned with your own personalized Christmas tree. Parents: Please be aware that refreshments will be served at this program. A list of ingredients will be available.

Adult Activities Book Party Book Club. 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, Dec. 7, San Dimas Senior Center, 201 E. Bonita Ave., San Dimas. Join us as we discuss Family Life by Akhil Sharma. Copies of the book are available at San Dimas Library.

Third Thursday Book Club. 6:30 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 15. Join our Thursday evening book club. This month’s selection is Canada by Richard Ford. Copies of the book are available for check out at the San Dimas Library.

American Red Cross Blood Drive. 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 13.

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. 9-18

Ophelia’s Jump Productions to perform The Electric Baby, Dec. 9-18, The Theatre Company Performing Arts Studio, 1400 N. Benson Ave., Upland. Six lives collide after a tragic car accident, forcing each to confront the secrets, hopes and fears that consume them, and helping them to find love, strength and forgiveness through a mysterious baby that glows like the moon. For tickets or more information, call (909) 734-6565 or visit opheliasjump.org.

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 information, 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 in-depth 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. Information: (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 info, 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 and 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 5 to 9 will enjoy great stories, snack, and fun take-home 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 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 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 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 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 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 information and to register contact Liz Barbee at (909) 931-4211.

CA DMV Driver Handbook: 3 p.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.

CAL POLY POMONA

Dec. 5-Feb. 7

Cal Poly Pomona Art Department Faculty Show, The W. Keith & Janet Kellogg University Art Gallery, Building 35A, Bronco Student Center. This exhibition showcases art and graphic work by the Cal Poly Pomona Art Department faculty. Pre-closing reception: 4-8 p.m., Feb. 7.

MT. SAN ANTONIO COLLEGE

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 information, 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 info contact Mt. SAC Child Development Center at (909) 274-4920.

POMONA COLLEGE

Dec. 4

Pomona College Choir, 3 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 4, Bridges Hall of Music, 150 E. 4th St., Claremont. The ensemble, led by Donna M. Di Grazia, conductor, will offer choral sounds from Russia, Scandinavia, England and the Czech Republic featuring works by Tchaikovsky, Chesnokov, Gjeilo, Grieg, Sandstrom, Dvorak and others. Information: (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

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.

Goya’s War: Los Desastres de la Guerra, will be presented by the Pomona College Museum of Art from Jan. 17 to May 14, 330 N. College Ave., Claremont. Reception: 5-7 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 21.

SAN BERNARDINO VALLEY COLLEGE

Dec. 17

President Diana Z. Rodriguez will lead the campus’ Day of Service, 10 a.m. and 1 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 17, in San Bernardino, Colton, Rialto and Highland. The volunteer community outreach effort is intended to remind local residents about the benefits of the many programs offered at the college during the Spring 2017 semester. Outreach teams composed of staff and students will visit residents in the various communities. For more information, call (909) 384-8978 or email info@valleycollege.edu.

UNIVERSITY OF LA VERNE

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. Info: Gary Colby, (909) 448-4070 or gcolby@laverne.edu.

FOOTHILL COMMUNITIES

Dec. 8

Pam Tillis and Lorrie Morgan’s Grits and Glamour Tour. Pam Tillis and Lorrie Morgan bring their Grits and Glamour Tour to the Lewis Family Playhouse, Victoria Gardens Cultural Center, 12505 Cultural Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, 8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 8. Veteran recording artists and performers, Tillis and Morgan grace the country format with style, flair and spirited honkytonk in high heels. Their career highlights are numerous and varied. Combined, they have recorded 28 top 10 hits, more than 18 million records sold, and 12 number one songs. For additional information visit www.lewisfamilyplayhouse.com or call (909) 477-2752 or (877) 858-8422.

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

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.

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

March 20

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.

Ongoing

The ESGV Branch of the AAUW is inviting any ladies who have a college degree to join us. We meet monthly for service and fun projects. For more info, contact Jeanette Gulli, Publicity Chair, at (951) 285-2256 or jhgulli@verizon.net.

REAL Connections Village is an exciting local program created especially for older adults who want to live vibrant, independent lives while aging well in their homes.

Volunteers can help REAL members by providing things like transportation, friendly visits, and handyman services. Info: REAL at (909) 621-6300 or visit realconnections.org to learn more about volunteering opportunities and how to become a REAL Connections Village volunteer.

Foothill Communities RSVP SMP Program. Medicare fraud steals billions of dollars from taxpayers every year. Here’s what you can do as a Senior Medicare Patrol volunteer to help preserve Medicare and protect seniors against scams. Do you like to help people? Do you like public sp