
See Vanessa Williams in a one-night special engagement, 8p.m., Friday, Sept. 22, Lewis Family Playhouse, Victoria Gardens Cultural Center, 12505 Cultural Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga. Williams has sold millions of records worldwide with top 10 Billboard hits, and has achieved accolades in film, television and the Broadway stage. For tickets and more information, call (909) 477-2752, visit lewisfamilyplayhouse.com, use the LFP mobile app or visit the Lewis Family Playhouse Box Office at the Victoria Gardens Cultural Center, 12505 Cultural Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS Through Nov. 26
Dee Marcellus Cole will transform the Claremont Depot into aCarnival of Color when the Claremont Museum of Art’s upcoming exhibition opens Saturday, Aug. 4, 200 W. First St., Claremont. Dee Marcellus Cole and Carnival Seekers will present the work of eight local folk artists driven not by the art world but by the instinctive need to create. The exhibition opens with areception from 6p.m. to 9p.m., Saturday, Aug. 4, during Art Walk, and will remain on view through Nov. 26. For more info, visit claremontmuseum.org.
Through Aug. 20 Love Letters, through Aug. 20, Lewis Family Playhouse, 12505 Cultural Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga. BlackBox Production presents Love Letters. Poetic, elegant and profoundly touching, Love Letters shows that, despite how things seem, what divides us is rarely as powerful as what connects us, and love comes when you least expect it. Performances are held at 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and at 1p.m. Sunday. For tickets or more information, visit lewisfamilyplayhouse.com or call the Box Office at (909) 477-2752.
Aug. 24
Lefty’s Track Day, 4p.m. to 7p.m., Thursday, Aug. 24, Auto Club Speedway, 9300 Cherry Ave., Fontana. Auto Club Speedway welcomes the community to drive their own car, truck or motorcycle and take a spin on the same speedway that NASCAR drivers recently raced at over 200 mph as part of the popular Lefty’s Track Day. For more info, visit leftyskidsclub.com or call (909) 429-5000.
ALTA LOMA Ongoing The Van Noy Insurance Agency has kicked off its 7th Annual Summer Mac &Cheese Food Drive to benefit Inland Valley Hope Partners. To donated boxes of macaroni and cheese, drop them off at the Van Noy office at 7168 Archibald Ave., Suite 280, Alta Loma. For more information, call the Van Noy office at (909) 989-0733. For more info about Inland Valley Hope Partners, call Kami Grosvenor at (909) 622-3806, Ext. 105 or visit InlandValleyHopePartners.org.
ARCADIA Sept. 23-24 San Gabriel Valley Repertory Theatre’s “Peril of the Polls,” Sept. 23 to Sept. 24, Oak Tree Room, 1150 Colorado St., Arcadia. Politics gets melodramatic in San Gabriel Valley Repertory Theatre’s next Dining Dramatically dinner-theatre melodrama.
AUTO CLUB SPEEDWAY Auto Club Speedway is located at 9300 Cherry Ave., Fontana. For afull schedule of events and more info, visit autoclubspeedway.com.
Ongoing Exotics Racing, every weekend. Exotics Racing gives you the opportunity to drive your own choice of exotic cars on a race track including Ferrari, Lamborghini, Aston Martin, Nissan GTR, Porsche and Audi with 1-on-1 coaching from driving instructors. For more information, visit exoticsracing.com.
CalSpeed Karting, daily (closed Mondays.) From pinnacle level competitive karting and arrive and drive racing to karting schools and corporate entertainment, CalSpeed is an outdoor karting center. For more information, calspeedkarting.com.
AZUSA Ongoing Azusa-Glendora Soroptimist Club meets at noon, the first and third Tuesdays of the month, and at 6p.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 aglobal 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 info, call President Elaine Heisinger at (626) 905-3591.
CHINO Ongoing Chino Valley Medical Center presents Living with Diabetes, 6p.m. to 8p.m. every fourth Wednesday in the hospital Library, 5454 Walnut Ave., Chino. This class will provide general information for abetter 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. For more info, call Discharge Nurse Patti Perez at (909) 464-8780.
Chino Valley Medical Center offers aBereavement Support Group in partnership with VITAS healthcare, 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., every second and fourth Monday, 5451 Walnut Ave., Chino. Attendees must RSVP with Ashley Goodey at (909) 386-6068.
CHINO HILLS Aug. 21 Ice cream social for active adults 50 and older, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Monday, Aug. 21, Chino Hills Community Center, 14250 Peyton Drive, Chino Hills. The annual event celebrates National Senior Citizens Day. For more information, visit chinohills.org/ActiveAdults or call (909) 364-2700.
Sept. 15 Line dance luncheon for active adults 50 and older, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Friday, Sept. 15, Chino Hills Community Center, 14250 Peyton Drive, Chino Hills. Pull your cowboy boots on and join Active Adults 50+ for line dancing, lunch and good company. For more information, visit chinohills.org/activeadults or call (909) 364-2700.
Ongoing The Teen Activity Center is open from 2p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and 2p.m. to 4p.m., Friday, inthe Chino Hills Community Center, 14250 Peyton Drive, Chino Hills. This is afree after-school drop-in program of the City of Chino Hills. For more information, visit chinohills.org/ RecOnline.
Passport appointments are available 2p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday, Wednesday and Thursday, 2p.m. to 7p.m. Tuesdays, and 7:30 a.m. to noon on Friday. For more information, call (909) 364-2607.
CLAREMONT Aug. 24-Sept. 10 Claremont Young Musicians Orchestra and Claremont Young Musicians Intermezzo Orchestra hold auditions, Aug. 24 to Sept. 10. Young musicians ages 8to20 who play string, woodwind, brass or percussion instruments are invited to audition. To be placed on the audition list or for more information, call (909) 624-3614, email rjscymo@aol.com or visit cymo.org.
Sept. 6 Opening Day 2017 at The Economy Shop, Sept. 6, 325 W. First St., Claremont. Claremont’s one and only downtown thrift shop re-opens for the season with all new merchandise and an extensive refurbishing with new clothing racks and hundreds of new treasures –including decorative items, adult and back-to-school clothing, books, home and kitchen accessories and much more.
Sept. 8
Pomona Valley Amateur Astronomers meet monthly at 7:30 p.m., 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. Upcoming dates: Oct. 6and Nov. 3.
Sept. 9, Nov. 11 Guided Walking Tours of the Claremont Colleges, 9:30 a.m., Sept. 9and Nov. 11. Meet at Seaver House, 301 N. College Ave., Claremont. For more information, email info@ claremontheritage.org orcall (909) 621-0848.
Sept. 16 League of Women Voters of the Claremont Area meets 10 a.m. to noon, Saturday, Sept. 16, Alexander Hughes Center, Padua Room, 1700 Danbury Road, Claremont. The changes that will soon take place as aresult of the passage of the California Voter’s Choice Act, or AB 450, will be discussed. For more information, call (909) 624-9457 or visit Claremont.ca.lwvnet.org or league@claremont.ca.lwvnet.org.
Oct. 14 Claremont Chorale 50th Anniversary Dinner and Silent Auction, 5p.m., Saturday, Oct. 14, Taylor Hall, 1775 N. Indian Hill Blvd., Claremont. We’re inviting friends, Chorale alumni and community leaders to join us for avery special 50th anniversary dinner and silent auction. For tickets or more info, contact Marilyn White at (817) 726-3221.
Ongoing Claremont Pickleball Association plays 4 p.m. to 7p.m. every Thursday and Sunday, and 8a.m. to noon Saturdays, Blaisdell Park, 440 S. College, Claremont. Loaner equipment and instruction available. Look us up on Meetup. com or join us at trackithub.com.
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 aguest 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.
Join the Granola Team for the Crossroads Social Enterprise, Rising Women! We need four volunteers to make granola from 5p.m. to 9p.m., on the third Friday of every month. This will be an ongoing commitment. Our granola is apopular item at the Claremont Farmer’s Market, so we need ateam 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 9a.m. to 10:30 a.m., or deliver meals from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Acommitment of two days amonth is needed. For more information, call (909) 621-4018 or visit claremontmealsonwheels. org/volunteer-for-us/ and submit a volunteer application.
Players needed for recreational bridge, 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Tuesdays, at Blaisdell Senior Center, 440 S. College Avenue, Claremont. Beginners are welcome. For more information: (909) 621-2079.
Claremont Farmers &Artisans Market, 8a.m. to 1p.m. Sundays, rain or shine, at North Indian Hill Boulevard atWest 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.
Tutti Mangia Italian Grill, 102 Harvard Ave., Claremont, at First St.: Friday and Saturday 5p.m. to 11 p.m.; Late Night Happy Hour 9p.m. to 11 p.m. every Friday and Saturday. Bar Menu available until 1p.m. Friday and Saturday featuring $2 Oyster Shooters and $2.50 Caprese Sliders.
Kiwanis Club of Claremont meets noon, Thursdays, St. Ambrose Church Fellowship hall, 830 W. Bonita Ave., Claremont. Local residents interested in serving their community are invited to learn more byattending one of their meetings. The mission of Kiwanis is to serve the children of the world, one community, and one child at atime. 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, call Jess Swick at (909) 621-2996. Also, the Kiwanis invites community residents with one hour of time to spare on aweekly basis to sign up and become areader for the club’s Read Me program in preschool classrooms. For more information, email jerrymaury@yahoo.com or call (909) 624-6395.
CLAREMONT LIBRARY Aug. 26 Learn how to cross stitch, 2p.m., Saturday, Aug. 26. Create aunique, whimsical cross-stitched card togive away or keep for your own. Ages 11 to 17. For more information, call (909) 621-4902 or visit colapublib.org.
Aug. 27 Fourth Sundays: Poetry at the Claremont Library, 2p.m., Sunday, Aug. 27, 208 N. Harvard Ave., Claremont. The featured poets will be Angela Penaredondo and Douglas Manuel.
Through Aug. 29 Summer chess, 2p.m., Thursdays, through Aug. 29. Chess and checker sets will be available, and all ages and skill levels are welcome. Come ready to teach and/or learn, and have fun! Parents: please be aware that refreshments may be served. Alist of ingredients will be available at the program. For more information, 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 atour or childbirth class, call (909) 580-3174.
Arrowhead Regional Medical Center offers aPost-Partum Support Group from 11 a.m. to noon every third Tuesday, inthe 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 Sept. 15-17 San Gabriel Valley Repertory Theatre’s “Peril of the Polls,” Sept. 15 to Sept. 17, Mari’s Kitchen, 1319 N. Grand Ave., Covina. Politics gets melodramatic in San Gabriel Valley Repertory Theatre’s next Dining Dramatically dinner-theatre melodrama.
Sept. 16 The Covina Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) meets 10:15 a.m., Saturday, Sept. 16. The meeting will feature a program “DNA” presented by Mel Sever. For more information and for the meeting location, contact Sheila Ossner at darmail4sheila@ gmail.com.
DIAMOND BAR LIBRARY Aug. 22 Monthly Book Discussion, 7p.m., Aug. 22, Basically BOOKS on Golden Springs. AGentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles.
Sept. 23 Once-a-Year Blowout Book Sale, 9a.m. to 3p.m., Diamond Bar Library, Windmill Room. Lots of bargains and book treasures for all ages.
Sept. 26 Monthly Book Discussion, 7p.m., Sept. 26, Basically BOOKS on Golden Springs. Underground Railroad by Colson Whitehead.
Oct. 1-31 Read Together Diamond Bar, activities all month from Oct. 1-31, Diamond Bar Library. Read Nathalia Holt’s Rise of the Rocket Girls and enjoy amonth-long festival of fun, interesting and educational activities.
Nov. 4 Gently Used (or new) Purse Sale, Sat., Nov. 4,Diamond Bar Library. The time will be determined later. Looking for donations of “gently used” or new purses for the sale. All proceeds to benefit Diamond Bar Library.
Visit Basically BOOKS in Diamond Bar. Are you looking for agreat volunteer experience in Diamond Bar? Basically BOOKS, the Friends of the Diamond Bar Library two nonprofit bookstores, are friendly places serving the community as aresource 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 atthe 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.
Aug. 20 Quinceañera Expo, noon to 5p.m., Aug. 20. Park at Gate 17 on Fairplex Drive. For tickets and more information, visit Eventbrite. com/e/los-angeles-quinceanera- magazine-expo-august-20-2017- tickets.
Sept. 1-24 LA County Fair, Sept. 1-24, Fairplex, 1101 W. McKinley Ave., Pomona. The 95th anniversary of America’s largest county fair in fun and acreage runs Sept. 1-24. New this year: the Magical World of Dragons, Wizards and Beasts; the Bug Barn featuring edible bugs; and the Little Red Barn with all miniature farm animals. Also, the End of Summer Concert Series includes 16 nights of great entertainment; Jurassic Planet, with 40 animatronic dinosaurs; Gallery exhibit featuring artists Judithe Hernandez and Patssi Valdez; asummer ice-skating, snow-sledding village; and a carnival midway, farm and exotic animals (including agiraffe!), exclusive food, shopping and entertainment. Closed Mondays (except Labor Day) and Tuesdays. Info: visit lacountyfair.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 5p.m. Wednesday through Sunday. Parking is at Gate 1onMcKinley Ave. The museum chronicles more than 50 years of American motorsports history, and is presented by Automobile Club of Southern California. For more information, call (909) 622-2133.
Fairplex Garden Railroad, 11 a.m. to 4p.m., first Sundays, November through July. The popular G-gauge outdoor miniature railroad is located near the Fairplex Grandstand. Parking is at Gate 1onMcKinley Avenue. The trains journey through various eras of California history from the mid-1800s through the years. For more info, call (909) 865-4315.
Historic Trains Exhibit, 10 a.m. to 3p.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 alivestock car. For more information, call (909) 865-4043.
GLENDORA Sept. 6 Kiwanis Club of Glendora Kiwaniannes will host a membership meeting, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Sept. 6, Rubel Castle, 844 N. Live Oak Ave., Glendora. The meeting will include dinner. For more information, visit glendorakiwaniannes.org.
Sept. 29-30 San Gabriel Valley Repertory Theatre’s “Peril of the Polls,” Glendora Continental, 316 W. Route 66, Glendora. Politics gets melodramatic in San Gabriel Valley Repertory Theatre’s next Dining Dramatically dinner-theatre melodrama.
Ongoing The Glendora Historical Society Museum takes on anew look, made possible by agrant 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. Museum is open from 11 a.m. to 2p.m. every Saturday. The Museum is at 314 N. Glendora Ave., Glendora.
The Glendora Historical Society Needs You! Ever thought of becoming adocent? If you’ve always wanted to spend alittle of your free time learning and sharing information about Glendora’s history, sign up to become a member of the Glendora Historical Society. Become avolunteer 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 information, 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 amotto of “Unity in Diversity,” we promote education, families, conservation, seniors and participation in the arts. Meetings begin with 6p.m. dinner and activities at 7p.m. For info, please call (909) 260-6729.
LA VERNE Aug. 23 Volunteer to be aPomona Valley Habitat for Humanity Fair Ambassador and your Fair admission and parking pass will be provided. Volunteers must attend one training meeting, 7p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 23, La Verne Church of the Brethren, Fireside Room, 2425 ESt., La Verne. To register or for more info, call Morgan Sternquist at (909) 596-7098, Ext. 204.
Aug. 26 The GFWC La Verne-San Dimas Woman’s Club Orientation/ Membership Coffee, 10 a.m. to noon, Aug. 26, Galen Walker Board Room, Hillcrest, 2705 Mountain View Drive, La Verne. For more information, call Linda at (909) 593-3906.
Sept. 9 So Cal Pacers running and walking club kicks off new season, 6:30 a.m., Sept. 9, Bonelli Park, Brackett Field Terminal/ Norm’s Hangar parking lot, 1615 McKinley Ave., La Verne. Train to run the LA Marathon, or just walk and run for fitness. For more information, visit socalpacers.com or email info@socalpacers.com.
Sept. 13
California Retired Teachers Association, Pomona Valley Division 13 meets 11:15 a.m., Wednesday, Sept. 13, Hillcrest Meeting House, 2705 Mountain View Drive, La Verne. We will celebrate our seven scholarship recipients from Cal Poly, Mt. SAC and Citrus College. Reservations due by Friday, Sept. 8, at (626) 963-6242.
Ongoing Recycling for Roynon Elementary School, 9a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Mondays, through August, Roynon Elementary School, 2715 ESt., La Verne. Community members and school families are needed to help donate plastic and glass bottles and jars to be recycled. Proceeds go to the Roynon Beautification Committee, anon-profit organization that pays for much-needed lawn maintenance and beautification projects at the school. Drop-off locations during the summer are located on Sixth Street between Dand Estreets and in the front of the school on EStreet.
The GFWC La Verne-San Dimas Woman’s Club is on asummer break and will resume club meetings on the third Thursday, Sept. 21, in the Galen Walker Board Room at Hillcrest, 2705 Mountain View Drive, La Verne. Meet-and-greet starts at 6:30 p.m. and the meeting will begin at 7p.m. For more information, call Bettina at (909) 599-2695 or Linda at (909) 593-3906.
La Verne/San Dimas Meals on Wheels. We deliver hot lunches to residents in San Dimas and La Verne for anominal fee to those who need our service. We need volunteers to help with the delivery of these meals Monday through Friday. Volunteers will find this avery satisfying experience as they get to know the recipients we help. Most volunteers work only once aweek, and are needed from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. We are also looking for avolunteer who would like to help us with fundraising. Donations made to Meals on Wheels helps the recipients who need help in paying for their meals. If you are interested in helping or would like meals for yourself or afamily member, call (909) 596-1828.
Sons of Norway’s noon potluck meetings, held every second Saturday of the month at Rock of the Foothills Church, 4630 Wheeler Ave., La Verne, will resume meetings Sept. 8. Anyone interested in Nordic history and culture may visit sundfjord.org; call Agnes at (909) 985-1076 or Brian at (909) 989-3833.
The Garden Friends meet from 10 a.m. to noon, the second Thursday of the month, at La Verne Community Center, 3660 DSt., La Verne. Join us if you are interested in all facets of home gardening.
Windsong Southland Chorale meets from 6:30 p.m. to 9p.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 windsongsouthlandchorale.org or call (909) 983-9879.
MONTCLAIR Ongoing Baby Shower and Tour, 5:30 p.m., every third Thursday of each month, The Birthplace, Montclair Hospital Main Conference Room, 5000 San Bernardino St., Montclair. Light refreshments will be provided. To register, call (909) 625-8146.
Prenatal classes, 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., every second Thursday of each month, Montclair Hospital, 5000 San Bernardino St., Montclair. Learn what to expect when delivering your baby and breastfeeding basics. Call and inquire about classes in Spanish and Mandarin. Bring ababy doll and pillow, ifpossible. Space is limited. To register, please call (909) 625-8146.
ONTARIO Sept. 9 Free vision screening and recycled eye glasses, 8a.m.
to 2p.m., Saturday, Sept. 9, Ontario Senior Center, 225 E. BSt.,
Ontario. The event is presented by the local Lions Clubs Cucamonga
District Host, Ontario Host, Ontario Upland and Upland Host. Everyone is
welcome, and there are noqualifications. First come, first served.
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 lowincome
families with those who can show them they are not forgotten. For more
information or to request afamily profile, call Maria Zuleta or Kami
Newman at (909) 622-3806, ext. 105/104; InlandValleyHopePartners.org.
Travelers Aid at Ontario International Airport is
seeking volunteers to work an exciting four-hour shift once a week
assisting travelers at the information desk operated in both terminals
to provide airport and visitor information. Training and orientation is
included. For more information, call Therese Andrews at (909) 544-5378
or visit travelersaidie.org.
ONTARIO CITY LIBRARY Ontario City Library system includes
the Ovitt Family Community Library, 215 E. CSt., Ontario, and Colony
High Branch Library, 3850 E. Riverside Drive, Ontario. For more
information, visit ontariocitylibrary.org orcall the Ovitt Family
Community Library at (909) 395-2004 or Colony High Branch Library at
(909) 395-2256.
ONTARIO MUSEUM OF HISTORYAND ART Ontario Museum of History and Art is
located at 225 South Euclid Ave., Ontario. Gallery hours are from noon
to 4p.m., Thursday through Sunday. Admission is free. For more
information or program reservations, call (909) 395-2510.
Exhibition Schedule Through Sept. 17 Society of Photo-Realists Exhibit, through
Sept. 17. Showcasing the artwork of six members from the Society of
Photo-Realists: Janet Lea Castro, Karen Clark, Nancy Brinkley, James
Ellison, Tess Lee Miller and Trudy B. Wood. Art Demonstration: noon-4 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 26.
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 info, call (909) 463-3733.
Exhibition Schedule Through Sept. 17 Spotlight Gallery: Picture This! –C.S. Champe, through
Sept. 17. Photography that succeeds in “revealing” the core essence of a
subject rather than “capturing” an image transcends translation.
Through Sept. 24 Main Gallery: Thousands of Tiny Pieces. Southern California Collage Society, through Sept. 24.
Through Oct. 1 South Gallery: Illuminations – LAXWAX ART Annual Member Exhibit, through Oct. 1.
Through Oct. 15 Line Gallery: Portrait of Our Community. Selections from the collection, through Oct. 15.
ONTARIO Through Aug. 31 The Pomona Concert Band’s 70th Annual Summer Concert Series, 8p.m.,
Thursdays, through Aug. 31, G. Stanton Selby Bandshell, behind the
Community Center building in Ganesha Park, 1575 N. White Ave., Pomona.
The band is sponsored by the city of Pomona. For more information, call
(626) 824-0001, visit pomonaconcertband.org; or email Director Linda
Taylor at director@ pomonaconcertband.org or President Allan Small at president @pomonaconcertband.org.
Ongoing Pomona Meals on Wheels is
designed to assist not only those who are unable to prepare their own
meals because of arecent surgery or accident, but also those who
physically cannot shop and cook. There isnoage restriction on who can
receive a meal. Volunteers are the heart of the program and provide both
a meal and afriendly visit. There are anumber of ways to volunteer with
Meals on Wheels: packing, driving, navigating, clerical, and
management. For more info about volunteering contact Meals on Wheels,
Foothill Communities RSVP at (909) 621-9900.
American Museum of Ceramic Art is open from noon to 5p.m. Wednesday through Sunday; 399 N. Garey Ave., Pomona.
Exhibition Schedule Ceramics AtoZ: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 afocus on geography, techniques, and artistic
styles.
Through Dec. 30 We the People: Serving Notice exhibition, through
Dec. 30. Our current political and social climate is arguably one of
the more divisive and turbulent periods in the past 50 years. AMOCA has
invited artists from across the country to “serve notice” on a range of
issues including capital punishment, environmental protection, freedom
of speech, government, gender equality, human rights, immigration,
racism, wildlife protection and women’s rights.
Every month on
the second Saturday, Art Walk brings big crowds to the streets of
Pomona, 6p.m. to 9p.m. Dozens of galleries host artist receptions for
their latest exhibits. Many shops, studios; restaurants open late. There
isnobetter 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 4p.m. Wednesday, noon to 9p.m. Thursday, and noon
to 4p.m. Friday and Saturday. For more information, call (909) 397-9716.
Drawing: 3:30 p.m. to 5p.m., Thursdays, for beginners to intermediate artists.
Saturdays -Clay: Adults
16 and older: 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; children 6-15: 1p.m. to 2p.m.
Students will learn what clay is, how it has been used throughout
history and in today’s world. They will also create projects using
various building methods such as slab construction, pinch-pot and coil
building.
Saturday Painting: The
painting course is designed with flexibility and individual artistic
growth in mind. The studio provides an instruction-based painting
environment in which students can choose and carry out their own
assignments. No previous painting experience required.
RANCHO CUCAMONGA Sept. 19 and Oct. 9 Central Park Master Plan meetings, 6p.m.
to 8p.m., Sept. 19 and Oct. 9, Goldy S. Lewis Community Center, 11200
Baseline Road, Rancho Cucamonga. The community is invited to participate
in two community surveys over the next two months and three workshops,
planned to build upon each other, to discuss ways to “reVISION” the
Central Park Master Plan. For more information, contact the city of
Rancho Cucamonga Community Services Department at (909) 477-2700, ext.
2212, reVISION@CityofRC.us, or CityofRC.us/reVISION.
Sept. 8-10 The Associated Artists of the Inland Empire (AAIE) is
seeking artists in all media for its 53rd Annual Juried Art Show, Sept.
8-10, Victoria Gardens Cultural Center Celebration Hall, 12505 Cultural
Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga. Registration forms must be postmarked
by Friday, Aug. 18. For registration forms, visit
associatedartistsinlandempire.org or the Rancho Cucamonga Senior Center,
11200 Baseline Road, Rancho Cucamonga. For more information, contact
Annual Show Chair Sandi Grimley at (909) 948-1667 or aaieshow chair17@gmail.com.
Through Oct. 6 The John Rains House (Casa de Rancho Cucamonga) is
sponsoring an essay contest for fourth-graders, through Oct. 6. The
theme of the essay contest is “Life at the Rains House in the 1860s:
through the eyes of a child.” For more information, call Kathy Holguin
at (909) 938-6230.
Ongoing Moms with MS Support Group meets
10 a.m. to noon, the second Tuesday of the month from August through
May, Shepherd ofthe Hills Church, Room 10, 6080 Haven Ave., Rancho
Cucamonga. For more information, contact Kim Zolotar at (909) 904-0352
or awzmom@ yahoo.com.
Associated Artists of the Inland Empire meets
9:30 a.m., the second Wednesday of the month, Rancho Cucamonga
Community Center, 11200 Baseline Road, Rancho Cucamonga. The public is
invited.
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 ahistoric 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 3p.m., Tuesday
through Saturday, 8810 Hemlock St., Rancho Cucamonga. For more
information, please call (909) 989-4970.
The John Rains House is
looking for craft enthusiasts to help make crafts for the gift store,
9:30 a.m. to noon Tuesdays. No experience is necessary. For more info,
call Sharon Salito at (909) 987-3974.
Volunteer Citizens on Patrol needed
for the Rancho Cucamonga/Fontana court services division of the San
Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department. Volunteers will assist court
deputies and the public. For more information, contact Rick Absler at
(909) 593-2261.
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, call 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 10a.m. to
4p.m., Tuesday through Saturday. For more information, please call (909)
484-7853.
SAN DIMAS Through Sept. 6 San Dimas Farmers Market, 4p.m.
to 8:30 p.m., Wednesdays through Sept. 6, City Hall parking lot, 245 E.
Bonita Ave., San Dimas. Hosted by Advocates for Healthy Living, the
weekly Farmers Market will include certified growers selling California
fruits, vegetables and flowers. There will also be specially prepared
foods such as barbecue, tamales, sweets and roasted corn. For more info,
call (909) 581-4744.
Ongoing San Dimas Writers Workshop, 1:30
p.m. to 3:30 p.m., Wednesdays, San Dimas Senior Citizen/Community
Center, 201 E. Bonita Ave., San Dimas. Have you ever dreamed of becoming
awriter, orhave you had some great ideas for astory, orpoetry, or
drama? Perhaps fiction or an actual experience, then you may want to
consider joining our workshop. Whether you are aprofessional, novice or
are simply interested in the craft of writing, everyone is welcome. You
may bring astory to share orbe inspired by other writers. For more
information, call (909) 394-6290.
La Verne/San Dimas Meals on Wheels. We
deliver hot lunches to residents in San Dimas and La Verne for anominal
fee to those who need our service. We need volunteers to help with the
delivery of these meals Monday through Friday. Volunteers will find this
avery satisfying experience as they get to know the recipients we help.
Most volunteers work only once aweek, and are needed from 11 a.m. to
12:30 p.m. We are also looking for avolunteer who would like to help us
with fundraising. Donations made to Meals on Wheels helps the recipients
who need help in paying for their meals. If you are interested in
helping or would like meals for yourself or afamily member, call (909)
596-1828.
San Dimas Historical Society, the Walker House, 121
N. San Dimas Ave., San Dimas. The San Dimas Historical Society
preserves the history of San Dimas by bringing together those interested
in local history.
Office and Archives: Open 1p.m. to 4p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Museum and Gift Shop: 1p.m.
to 4p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Also, 6p.m. to 8p.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 at (909) 592-1190 or email office 91773@sandimas historical.org. Web: www.sandimashistorical. org/. Facebook: www.facebook. com/San-Dimas-Historical- Society-138186396277034.
SAN DIMAS LIBRARY Teen Hangout Teen Book Club. Teens:
if you’re interested in starting ateen book club at the library, let us
know. We have created asuper-short survey so you can tell us what you
envision ateen book club to look like. Go to our survey page at www.tinyurl.com/zmt4uyv, or come in and fill out apaper survey to let us know your thoughts.
Ongoing Adult Activities 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.
SOUTH EL MONTE Aug. 26 34th Annual Albert Rivera Menudo Run, 7:30
a.m. Kids Run; 8a.m. for all other runs, Aug. 26, Whittier Narrows
Park, 750 Santa Anita Ave., South El Monte. Presented by National Latino
Peace Officers Association San Gabriel Valley Chapter. The 5K/10K Run,
Fun Walk and Kids Run will feature awards and trophies. Register at
themenudorun.com.
UPLAND Jan. 26 The Upland Chamber of Commerce’s Taste of the I.E. is
set for 6p.m. to10p.m., Jan. 26, Double Tree by Hilton Hotel,
Claremont. The event will feature a Monte Carlo night of gaming, food
and drinks from local restaurants and beverage merchants. For more info
about becoming a sponsor or for tickets, contact the Upland Chamber of
Commerce at (909) 204-4465 or email realpeople@uplandchamber.org.
Weekly/Monthly Upland Certified Farmers Market, every
Thursday, 5p.m. to 9p.m., Historic Downtown Upland at 2nd Avenue and
9th Street. Enjoy vendors, food, music, produce, aKid’s zone and more!
For more information, visit historicdowntownupland.org.
Historic Upland Walking Tours, every
second Saturday, 10a.m. Meet at the Cooper Regional History Museum, 217
ASt., 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. For more information, call (909) 982-8010 or visit
coopermuseum.org.
Senior Billiards Tournament, last
Monday of each month, 1p.m. to 4p.m.: Ages 55+, $5 includes lunch,
arrive at 11:30 a.m.; Gibson Senior Center Billiards Room, 250 N. Third
Ave. For more information, call (909) 981-4501.
Clutter Chaos, every
Tuesday, 1p.m. to 2p.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.
UPLAND LIBRARY
Ongoing Youth Services Programs One-derful Ones Storytime: 10
a.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays, in the Brodie Room. This lap sit
storytime program is for 0-2 years old and aparent 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, in the Brodie Room. This
storytime program is for children between the ages of 2and 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 3to5,this program
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 aparent present.
Afterschool Adventures: 3:30
p.m. Wednesdays, in the Brodie Room. Beginning readers ages 5to9will
enjoy great stories, snack, and fun take-home craft. This program lasts
approximately 50 minutes.
P.J. Storytime: Thursdays,
6p.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: 5p.m.
to 6p.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 9and 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, 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 adrop-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 8and 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!
Teen After School Movie: 3:30
p.m. to 5:30 p.m. every third Thursday of the month, in the Brodie
Room. Take abreak and watch amovie at the Library for arelaxing and fun
afternoon. Refreshments provided.
Ongoing Library Literacy Programs Volunteer tutors needed. Are
you looking for arewarding 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 awonderful 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 abetter job, meet your goals. Students are matched with atutor 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: 6p.m.
to7p.m., every fourth Tuesday of the month, in the 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 acreative 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 acraft for you to work on. Just show up –wewill supply the tools
and materials!
Computer Classes: 3p.m.
to 4p.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
acomputer 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. Youwill
also learn how to use the Library’s resources and online databases.
Youjust need an Upland Public Library Card with Internet access to
attend.
Movie Night for Grown-ups: 6p.m.,
every Third Wednesday of the month, in the Brodie Room. Come and mingle
with other adults in our wonderful community for aspectacular Classic
Movie Night! Free tasty popcorn will be provided.
Driver License Study Lab: 1p.m.
to4p.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 walkins will be accepted. For more
information 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 aDMV 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,
please contact Liz Barbee, Literacy Coordinator at (909) 931-4211.
Free Short-Term Vocational Training Certificate Programs Electronics Systems Technology, 8a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays, through Dec. 16, School of Continuing Education. For more information (909) 274-4220.
Physical Therapist Aide, 8:30
a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, Oct. 2 to Dec. 8,
School of Continuing Education. For more information (909) 274-4220.
General Office Skills, 9a.m. to 3p.m., Monday through Friday, Oct. 2toDec. 8, School of Continuing Education. For more information (909) 274-4220.
In-Home Support Services Caregiver Training, 9a.m. to 3p.m., Monday through Friday, Oct. 2toNov. 9,School of Continuing Education. For more information (909) 274-4220.
Ongoing Child Care Food Program: For
the 21st consecutive year, the Child Development Center at Mt. San
Antonio College is offering afree Child Care Food Program to all
children who attend the center. Through the federallyfunded program, the
center serves nutritious breakfasts, lunches and snacks to
approximately 200 children from birth through age 5 without charge. For
more info, Mt. SAC Child Development Center at (909) 274-4920.
Aug. 22 School of Business Open House, 6p.m. to 7p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 22, University of Redlands Rancho Campus. Hosted by University of Redlands.
Aug. 24 and Aug. 31 August Business Connection Network, 7a.m.
to 8:30 a.m., Thursday, Aug. 24 and Aug. 31, University of Redlands
Rancho Campus. Hosted by Rancho Cucamonga Chamber of Commerce.
Sept. 21 Lung Force Walk Kick-Off Celebration, 6p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 21, University of Redlands Rancho Campus. Hosted by American Lung Association.
Aug. 23 Gresham Art Gallery to
showcase local artistic talent, 5p.m. to 7p.m., Aug. 23. SBVC is proud
to present Sapira Cheuk and Andrew K. Thompson’s two-person exhibition,
Grey is the Color of Theory. For more information, visit valleycollege.
edu/artgallery.
FOOTHILL COMMUNITIES Sept. 23
Billy Ray Cyrus in concert, 8p.m.,
Saturday, Sept. 23, Lewis Family Playhouse, Victoria Gardens Cultural
Center, 12505 Cultural Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga. From bluegrass to
Southern Rock to gospel and country music, Cyrus has explored it all.
The internationally recognized singer/songwriter has sold millions of
albums, charted 35 singles, 16 of which are Top 40 hits and continues to
receive critical acclaim for his ventures in film and television. For
tickets and more information, please call (909) 477-2752, visit
lewisfamilyplayhouse.com, use the LFP mobile app or visit the Lewis
Family Playhouse Box Office at the Victoria Gardens Cultural Center,
12505 Cultural Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga.
Ongoing My Sister’s Closet is
a community project that collects gently used, special occasion dresses
that will be given to local girls in the community so that they are
able to attend their prom. The Azusa Unified School District, Azusa
Pacific University, the Assistance Outreach League of Covina and the
Azusa/Glendora Soroptimists are collaborating to reduce the financial
stress by providing these dresses at no cost to any young lady who plans
on attending her high school prom. Donation sites are located at the
Azusa Unified School District Family Resource Center, 546 S. Citrus
Ave., Azusa; Azusa Pacific University Social Department, 901 E. Alosta
Ave., Azusa; and Savvy Salon, 750 W. Route 66, Suite I, Glendora. The
dress giveaway event will be held on March 4. For more information or
reserve aspot, call Silvana A. Cavazos at (626) 732-8032.
The ESGV Branch of the AAUW is
inviting any ladies who have acollege degree to join us. We meet
monthly for service and fun projects. For more information contact
Jeanette Gulli, Publicity Chair, at(951) 285-2256 or jhgulli@verizon.net.
Become avaluable community volunteer. Volunteers
are “difference-makers” here atREAL Connections Village. Come be apart
of our REAL Village, our innovative community program that helps seniors
age in their homes safely and independently (preferably forever). Join
our volunteer team and help asenior with day-to-day activities such as
rides to the store, doctor appointments or monthly REAL social events.
Youcan share as much time as you choose. For more information, reach out
to us at (909) 621-6300 or visit realconnections.org.
Foothill Communities RSVP SMP Program. Medicare
fraud steals billions of dollars from taxpayers every year. Here’s what
you can doasaSenior Medicare Patrol volunteer to help preserve Medicare
and protect seniors against scams. Do you like to help people? Do you
like public speaking? Put your experience and skills to work, educate
and empower consumers and learn how to spot Medicare scams and errors.
As an SMP volunteer you will receive eight hours of training and ongoing
updates regarding fraud and scams in the area you serve. For more
information or if you are interested in volunteering, call Linda Chavez,
RSVP Director at (909) 621-9900.
Honor society of key women educators seeks new members. The
Beta Mu Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma, an honor society of key women
educators, invites to its meetings active and retired educators,
including teachers, professors, school administrators and librarians
interested in supporting women’s work in education, obtaining grants for
classroom use or receiving scholarships for advanced degrees. For more
information, please call Kathy Henkins at (909) 596-3920.
Scheduled Workshops Saturday, Sept. 9, 9a.m. – Garden Basics: Dig
right in to get ajumpstart on fall planting. Armstrong’s team of
experts will share how to determine soil type and sunlight to provide
attendees helpful tips for success. Learn the importance of mulching,
planting, watering and more.
Saturday, Sept. 23, 10 a.m. to 2p.m. –Meet the Designers: Join
us at select stores for this opportunity to meet with agarden design
expert. Armstrong’s team of designers will give an overview of available
services, show off portfolios of previous work and answer general
landscape design questions. The class will be available to stores in La
Canada, Monrovia, Santa Monica, Thousand Oaks and Torrance.