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The Claremont Young Musicians Orchestra, conducted by Juan Felipe Molano, presents Peter and the Wolf by Prokofiev,narrated by William Christian, 11 a.m., March 16, Bridges Hall of Music, Pomona College, 150 E. 4th St., Claremont. This unique concert is fun for kids of all ages with audience participation and prizes for everyone. An eight-member string ensemble will perform in the lobby at 10:30 a.m. when the doors open. For moreinformation, call (909) 624-3614, email rjscymo@aol.com, or visit cymo.org.


ALTADENA

March 16 Burgans Family and Friends Extravaganza, 7p.m., March 16, Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N. Lake Ave., Altadena. For reservations, call (626) 798-6236.

AUTO CLUB SPEEDWAY

Auto Club Speedway is located at 9300 Cherry Ave., Fontana. For afull schedule of events and more information, please visit autoclubspeedway.com.

March 14

NASCAR Hauler Viewing Arena and Parade. The Hauler Viewing Area is 2p.m. to 6p.m., March 14, Lot 1. The Hauler Parade is 6:30 p.m. to 7p.m., March 14. The parade kicks off Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series auto Club 400 race weekend. The parade features more than 40 Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Haulers driving along Perimeter road outside of the O’Reilly Auto Parts Fan Zone where the fans can take photos and cheer for their favorite NASCAR driver and race team. For more information, visit autoclubspeedway.com/ HaulerParade.

March 15 to March 17

Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Auto Club 400 Race Weekend, March 15 to March 17.

Ongoing

Exotics Racing, every weekend. Drive your own choice of exotic cars on arace track including Ferrari, Lamborghini, Aston Martin, Nissan GTR, Porsche and Audi with 1-on-1 coaching from driving instructors. Info: visit exoticsracing.com.

CalSpeed Karting, daily. From pinnacle level competitive karting and arrive and drive racing to karting schools and corporate entertainment, CalSpeed is an outdoor karting center. Info: calspeedkarting.com.

AZUSA

Ongoing

Azusa-Glendora Soroptimist Club meets noon, first and third Tuesdays, Peppertree Café, 1020 E. Route 66, Glendora. 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. Info: President Shannon Lancaster at shannongirl54@verizon.net.

CHINO

April 13

17th annual Corn Feed Run Car Show and Cruise, 8a.m. to 3p.m., April 13, Chino City Hall lawn, parking lot and surrounding streets, 13220 Central Ave., Chino. Presented by Kiwanis Club of Chino and City of Chino. More than 850 vehicles are expected to participate in the 15-block cruising. The event also features open header contest, vendors, trophies, raffle, food and music. Open to all pre-1975 cars and all working show trucks. Proceeds go to local youth and senior charities of the Chino Kiwanis. For more information, contact Walt Pocock at cornfeedrun@aol.com or (909) 591-4162.

Ongoing

Chino Valley Medical Center presents Living with Diabetes class, 6p.m. to 8p.m. every fourth Wednesday in the hospital library, 5454 Walnut Ave., Chino. For more information, 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

March 15

Entries for the 19th annual City of Chino Hills Water Conservation Design-a-Sign Contest due 4:30 p.m., March 15, Recreation Office, first floor at City Hall, 14000 City Center Drive, Chino Hills. Participants use their art skills to create a sign which depicts this year’s water conservation theme, “Every Drop Counts!” Contest rules and application are available at chinohills.org/DesignASign. For more info, call (909) 364-2700.

April 1-12

Priority registration for City of Chino Hills Summer Day Camp, April 1-12. Open registration begins May 8for the Monday through Friday summer camp held at Grand Avenue and Mystic Canyon parks. Register at the Recreation Office at Chino Hills City Hall, 14000 City Center Drive, or the Chino Hills Community Center, 14250 Peyton Drive. For more info, 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 info, 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

Through March 30

Party Parade 2019 fundraising events to benefit the Claremont Community Foundation, through March 30. For more information, visit claremontfoundation.org or call (909) 398-1060.

Through May 19

Between the Pages exhibit, 2p.m. to 4p.m., Friday to Sunday, through May 19, Petterson Museum of International Art, 730 Plymouth Rd., Claremont. Plunge “between the pages” (and the clay tablets) to explore the history and art of writing and books.

March 10

League of Women Voters –Mt. Baldy Area meet, 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., March 10, Pomona College, Hahn Hall, Room 101, 420 N. Harvard Ave., Claremont. Apanel presentation will discuss different perspectives on gun legislation in California. The public is invited. For more information, call (909) 624-9457 or visit info@ lwvmtbaldyarea.org.

March 11

Shakespeare Club of Pomona Valley meets 2p.m., March 11, Joslyn Center, 660 N. Mountain Ave., Claremont. The linguistic mysteries of Shakespeare’s plays will be unveiled during a discussion with professor and actress Linda Bisesti. The public is invited. For more information, contact Lucy Lynch at lucylynch@ aol.com or (909) 717-1109.

March 13

Claremont Garden Club hosts adiscussion with Renee Shepherd, owner of Renee’s Garden, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., March 13, Pilgrim Place, Napier Building, 660 Avery Road, Claremont. Renee’s Garden provides heirloom, specialty and organic seeds. Shepherd will introduce guests to some new and unique varieties to grow this season. The evening will include refreshments, talks and plants to share. For more information, visit claremontgardenclub.org oremail info@claremontgarden.org.

March 16

Climate and Social Justice Workshop, 9a.m. to 3p.m., March 16, Pilgrim Place, 625 Mayflower Road, Claremont. A comprehensive look at the local efforts to answer Pope Francis’ call to “hear the cry of the earth and cry of the poor.” The seven speakers are knowledgeable local professionals from Uncommon Good, Volunteers of America, Sustainable Claremont, Inland Valley Hope Partners, and writers on urban planning, pollution and stewardship. For reservations, visit olaclaremont.org.

March 22, April 19, May 17 and June 14

Pomona Valley Amateur Astronomers meet monthly, 7:30 p.m., March 22, April 19, May 17 and June 14, 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.

Anthony Munoz, former Cincinnati Bengals offensive tackle and pro Football Hall of Fame inductee, to speak at Champions for Children fundraiser, 7p.m., March 22, DoubleTree Hotel, 555 W. Foothill Blvd., Claremont. Doors open at 6p.m. Hosted by the West End Auxiliary of Children’s Fund. Funds raised will support San Bernardino County’s Foster and Kinship Youth Sports Faire. For tickets or more information, contact Barbara Williams at (909) 899-6797 or barbcwe@ gmail.com.

Ongoing Claremont Pickleball

Association plays 4p.m. to 8p.m. every Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday, and 8a.m.to noon Saturdays, Wheeler Park, 626 Vista Drive, Claremont. Loaner equipment and instruction is available. Look us up on Meetup. com or join us at trackithub.com.

Claremont Garden Club meets 6:30 p.m., the second Wednesday of most months, Napier Center in Pilgrim Place, 660 Avery Road, Claremont. For more information, visit claremontgardenclub.org, call (909) 621-6381 or email info@ claremontgardenclub.org.

The University Club of Claremont invites interested visitors to its weekly meetings, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Tuesdays, 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.

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 Ave., Claremont. Beginners are welcome. For more information, call (909) 621-2079.

Claremont Farmers & Artisans Market, 8a.m. to 1p.m. Sundays, rain or shine, at Harvard Avenue 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 info, call manager Oscar G. DeLeon at (714) 345-3087.

Tutti Mangia Italian Grill, 102 Harvard Ave., Claremont, at First Street Friday/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. The mission of Kiwanis is to serve the children of the world, one community, and one child at atime. Info: Jess Swick at (909) 621-2996. Also, the Kiwanis invites community residents interested in becoming readers for the club’s Read Me program in preschool classrooms. For more information, call (909) 624-6395 or email jerrymaury@yahoo.com.

CLAREMONT LIBRARY

March 30

Presentation about life in ancient Greece, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., March 30. The ancient Greeks made vital contributions to Western life and civilization, including democracy, systems of law and architecture, philosophies, and myriad arts. In his power point presentation lecture, Professor Evaggelos Vallianatos will depict daily life in ancient Greece as well as illustrate the scientific and technological achievements of the ancient Greeks. Ages 14 and older.

CLAREMONT MUSEUM OF ART

Claremont Museum of Art, 200 W. 1st St., Claremont. The museum is open noon to 4p.m., Friday through Sunday, and from 6p.m. to 9p.m. on the first Saturday of every month for the Art Walk. For more information, visit claremontmuseum.org.

Exhibition Schedule

Through April 20

LIVING WITH CLAY: The Julie and David Armstrong Collection. Through April 20 at the Claremont Museum of Art, 200 W. 1st St.,

Claremont. The exhibition invites guests to enter the home of ceramic collectors Julie and David Armstrong. Perhaps best known for having founded the remarkable American Museum of Ceramic Art in Pomona, the Armstrongs’ love of clay is evidenced equally in their extensive private collection.

COLTON

Ongoing

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 info or to register for atour or childbirth class, call (909) 580-3174.

Arrowhead Regional Medical Center’s Post-Partum Support Group meets 11 a.m. to noon every third Tuesday, Post-Partum Conference Room, third floor of the hospital, 400 N. Pepper Ave., Colton. Moms discuss the challenges of motherhood, ask questions, and receive helpful resources, referrals and supportive counseling. For more info, call (909) 580-3530.

COVINA

April 13

The Covina Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) meets 9:30 a.m., April 13. The meeting will feature aprogram, “Life Story Writing –Everyone Has aStory,” presented by Karon Jarrod. For meeting location and more information, contact the Covina Chapter Registrar Florence Gharibian at florencegharibian@ yahoo.com.

May 11

The Covina Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) meets 9:30 a.m., May 11. The meeting will feature aprogram, “The History and Meaning of the American’s Creed,” presented by Carole Curran. For meeting location and more information, contact the Covina Chapter Registrar Florence Gharibian at florencegharibian@yahoo.com.

DIAMOND BAR LIBRARY

March 16

Buck ABag Book Sale, 9a.m. to 2:30 p.m., March 16, Basically BOOKS, 23447 Golden Springs Drive, Diamond Bar. This is a once-a-month opportunity to get great books and great bargains.

April 14

26th Annual Wine Soiree and Benefit Auctions, 4p.m., April 14, Diamond Bar Center, 1600 Grand Ave., Diamond Bar. There will be music and entertainment around the theme “Lights, Action, Auction!”

April 20

Buck ABag Book Sale, 9a.m. to 2:30 p.m., April 20, Basically BOOKS, 23447 Golden Springs Drive, Diamond Bar. This is a once-a-month opportunity to get great books and great bargains.

Ongoing

Visit Basically BOOKS 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. Volunteers are needed to staff both locations. 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.

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 Avenue. The museum chronicles more than 50 years of American motorsports history, and is presented by Automobile Club of SoCal. Info: (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, atrolley car, Pullman car, caboose and alivestock car. For more info, please call (909) 865-4043.

FONTANA

Through September Fontana Car Show, 5p.m. to 9p.m., Fridays, through September (except in June), Civic Center Campus parking lot, 8353 Sierra Ave., Fontana. The car shows feature classic and unique cars, as well as food and beverage vendors. For more info, visit CarShow.Fontana.org orcall (909) 349-6900.

Ongoing

The City of Fontana’s “grocery store onwheels,” Mobile Fresh, can be found 8:30 a.m. to 9:15 a.m., Tuesdays in front of City Hall, 8353 Sierra Ave., Fontana; 9:30 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. Tuesdays at the Fontana Community Senior Center, 16710 Ceres Ave., Fontana. Mobile Fresh is atraveling bus that aims to deliver nutritious, affordable and accessible fruits and vegetables to residents. Info: call (909) 350-6542 or visit healthyfontana.org.

LEWIS LIBRARYAND TECHNOLOGY CENTER

Lewis Library and Technology Center, 8437 Sierra Ave., Fontana. For more information, please call (909) 574-4500 or visit sbclib.org.

Library Beginners Courses (0-5 Years) Little Builders: ASTEM Program for 3- to 5-Year-Olds: 10:30 a.m. Mondays and Thursdays. Handson fun with interactive STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) program.

Toddler Boot Camp: 11:30 a.m. Mondays and Thursdays. High-energy songs with lots of movement to inspire healthy physical activity.

Movers and Shakers: 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays and 4p.m. Thursdays. Enjoy great stories, active songs, and fun props and learn aletter each day.

Preschool Storytime: 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays. Featuring stories, songs, rhymes and more.

Tiny Hoppers: 10:30 a.m. Fridays. Dance and sing to fun songs, then wind down with astory.

Kid Zone Courses (6-12 Years) Construction Zone: 4p.m. Mondays and Fridays. From Lego creations to paper airplanes, we will construct cool projects as a group or individually.

Storytime for All Ages: 2p.m. Wednesdays.

Learnology Lab: 5p.m. Wednesdays. ASTEM program for children.

Adult Courses Citizenship: 5p.m. Mondays. Covers the process for becoming acitizen.

Basic Computer Classes: 5p.m. Wednesdays.

GLENDORA

March 14

Glendora Historical Society “pi day,” 5p.m. to 7p.m., March 14, Glendora Museum, 314 N. Glendora Ave., Glendora. Come join us for pie.

Ongoing

The Glendora Rotary Club meets noon, Tuesdays, The Glendora Continental Restaurant, 316 W. Route 66, Glendora. For more info, visit GlendoraRotary.org.

The Glendora After Stroke Center holds meetings 8a.m. to noon, Wednesdays, La Fetra Senior Center, 333 E. Foothill Blvd., Glendora. The Center is anon-fee program for stroke survivors and their families. This supportive program offers relearning (reading, writing and speech), caregiver support, current events, snacks, resocialization, music, speakers, day field trips, and stroke support. Youare cordially invited to come any Wednesday and observe or participate in part or all of the day’s activities. Youwill find a safe, nurturing environment where stroke survivors and their families benefit from the group support and education offered. For more information, call (626) 963-6186 or visit afterstrokers.org.

The Glendora Historical Society Needs You! 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 amember of the Glendora Historical Society. Become avolunteer and assist at the Museum or at the Rubel Castle. 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, Peppertree Café, 1020 Route 66, Glendora. We promote education, families, conservation, seniors and participation in the arts. Meetings begin with 6p.m. dinner and activities at 7p.m. For more information, call (951) 809-8410.

LA VERNE

March 10

Spirit of Ireland, an evening of music, song and dance with Michael Ryan and Friends, 6p.m., March 10, Morgan Auditorium, Founders Hall, University of La Verne, 1950 3rd St., La Verne. Youwon’t want to miss this fun-filled evening of Irish cultural dance and music from the traditional and hauntingly beautiful Celtic music to the contemporary and lively Irish Pub songs. For more information, visit Laverne.edu/morgan or call (909) 448-4408.

California Retired Teachers Association Division 13 meets, 11:15 a.m., March 13, Hillcrest Retirement, 2705 Mountain View Drive, La Verne. Superintendents from local school districts and Los Angeles County have been invited to talk about innovative programs, unique challenges and their district’s achievements. For reservations, call (626) 963-6242.

March 22

GFWC La Verne-San Dimas Woman’s Club Casino Trip, 10:45 a.m., March 22, Lowe’s, 633 W. Bonita Ave., San Dimas. Proceeds from the fundraising trip will go toward philanthropic projects. For more info, call Linda Roache at (626) 755-8962.

Ongoing

Windsong Southland Chorale, acommunity choir, meets 6:30 p.m. to 9p.m., every Monday, LaVerne Heights Presbyterian Church, 1040 Baseline Ave., La Verne. New singers are welcome. For more information, call (909) 983-9879.

Recycling for Roynon Elementary School, 7:45 a.m. to 8:15 a.m. Fridays, Roynon Elementary School, 2715 ESt., La Verne. Donations of plastic and glass bottles and jars are needed. Proceeds benefit the Roynon Beautification Committee, a non-profit organization that pays for much-needed lawn maintenance and beautification projects at the school. Drop-off locations include Sixth Street between Dand Estreets, in the kindergarten drop-off parking lot, and in front of the north campus on Eighth and Estreets.

La Verne/San Dimas Meals on Wheels. We deliver hot lunches for anominal fee. We need volunteers to help with the delivery of these meals, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. For more information, please call (909) 596-1828.

Sons of Norway’s noon potluck meetings held every second Saturday of the month, Rock of the Foothills Church, 4630 Wheeler Ave., La Verne. 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 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.

Retired Senior Volunteer Patrol offers YouAre Not Alone program for La Verne seniors. If you are asenior living along in La Verne, or you have parents or friends who live alone, you may be interested in the YANA program. For more information, please call the La Verne Police Department at (909) 596-1913, ext. 2224.

MONTCLAIR

Ongoing

Baby Shower &Tour, 5:30 p.m., third Thursday of the month, The Birthplace, Montclair Hospital Main Conference Room, 5000 San Bernardino St., Montclair. To register, call (909) 625-8146.

The Pomona Valley Art Association is anonprofit, volunteer-supported organization dedicated to the stimulation of creative interest, education and the enjoyment of art in all its various forms. Located in Montclair Place, 5060 Montclair Plaza, Montclair, the PVAA has two venues: Gallery SOHO and The PVAA Art Place. Both are open from 11 a.m. to 7p.m., daily. For more information, visit pvaa. net, email pvaainfo@gmail.com or call (909) 624-4900.

Prenatal classes, 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., second Thursday of each month, Montclair Hospital, 5000 San Bernardino St., Montclair. Learn what to expect when delivering your baby and breastfeeding basics. Classes also available in Spanish and Mandarin. Space is limited. To register, call (909) 625-8146.

ONTARIO

March 11

The Ontario Chaffey Community Show Band presents “The Show Band’s Greatest Hits,” 7:30 p.m., March 11, Merton Hill Auditorium, Chaffey High School, 1245 N. Euclid Ave., Ontario. The concert program was selected by the musicians of the Show Band as their favorite pieces from the last several years, making it adiverse collection with awide array of musical styles. For more information, visit showband.net or email gabe@showband.net.

March 15

Ontario Heritage’s 3rd annual St. Paddy’s Day Golf Tournament, 8a.m., March 15, Whispering Lake Golf Course, 2525 E. Riverside, Ontario. Friday registration is from 7a.m. to 7:30 a.m. All proceeds go toward continued historic preservation efforts in the city of Ontario. Register online at ontarioheritage. org orRSVP to Joe Caskey at (909) 732-6352 or joecaskey@ ontarioheritage.org.

May 18-19

Tickets on sale now for Atomic Crush Events’ Comic Con Revolution Ontario, set for May 18-19, Ontario Convention Center, Ontario. Among the comic creators expected at the convention are voice acting icon Peter Cullen, Amanda Conner (Harley Quinn), Joe Eisma, Megan Hutchison, Jimmy Palmiotti (Harley Quinn), and Stan Sakai (Usagi Yojimbo). For tickets and more information, visit comicconrevolution.com/Ontario.

June 1

25th Annual Inland Valley Street Rods Rally and Cruise: The Original Route 83 Euclid Ave. Cruise, Silver Anniversary, 7a.m. to 4p.m., June 1, Ontario City Hall parking lot, 303 E. BSt., Ontario. Registration and check in begins at 6a.m. Open to all years cars and trucks. Presented by the Inland Valley Street Rod Club in collaboration with the Rotary Club of Ontario-Montclair Foundation. Cruise along Euclid Avenue from FtoBstreets, and enjoy vendors, trophies, arobust opportunity drawing, food and live music. For more info, call (951) 206-5731.

Sept. 20-21

6th annual Route 66 Cruisin’ Reunion, Sept. 20-21, encompasses approximately 22 city blocks along the streets of downtown Ontario on Euclid Avenue and downtown streets near the Ontario Town Square, Ovitt Family Community Library and Ontario City Hall, 303 E. B St., Ontario. The timeless rock ‘n roll band Foghat is set to headline the event, which is powered by the Greater Ontario Convention & Visitors Bureau. Classic cruisers, convertibles, hot rods and wicket Woodies are expected to fuel ajam-packed jamboree. For more information, visit Route66CruisinReunion.com.

Ongoing

The Clay Yard: ACeramic Artist Studio, 530 S. Palmetto Ave., Ontario, offers monthly membership or day use fees. Cone 10 and Raku, clay and supplies are available. The Clay Yard is open 9a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Saturday. For more information and tours, call (909) 391-1192 or visit theclayyard.com.

Travelers Aid at Ontario International Airport seeks volunteers to work afour-hour shift once aweek 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 Chet Sobotka 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, call the Ovitt Family Community Library at (909) 395-2004 or Colony High Branch Library at (909) 395-2256 or visit ontariocitylibrary.org.

ONTARIO MUSEUM OF HISTORYAND ART

Ontario Museum of History and Art, 225 S. Euclid Ave., Ontario. Gallery hours are noon to 4p.m., Thursday through Sunday. Admission is free. For more information or 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, 217 S. Lemon Ave., Ontario. Admission to the Museum is free and ample parking is available. Hours of operation are noon-4 p.m., Thursday through Sunday, orbyspecial appointment. For more info, please call (909) 463-3733.

Exhibition Schedule

Through March 16

South Gallery: Friday, Friday, Love That Day. Through March 16. Every Friday the Museum comes alive with artists working in the Open Studio. They come together to create, to critique their work, to laugh and enjoy each other’s company. We highlight the works of Ralph Acosta, Lavina Blossom, Chris Bozar, Judi Christensen, Carolyn Cunningham, Bob Dickson, Trish Franco, Susan Magill, Janice Robinson and Mary Jo Werner.

Through April 28

Line Gallery: MM&P. Through April 28. The works of Millard Sheets, Milford Zornes and Phil Dike make this exhibit. All three were very prominent in the midcentury California Style movement that is still prominent today.

Through May 4

Spotlight Gallery: Laura Barnes. March 7toMay 4. Laura Barnes works in acrylic and woodblock prints using animals for her subjects.

March 21 to May 18

Main Gallery: Mid-Valley Arts League 66th Members Exhibit and Honor Court. March 21 to May 18. Ajuried exhibition featuring an extraordinary body of work produced by members of all levels. Awide range of subject matter, from representational to non-objective will stretch your imagination and satisfy your artist’s palette.

POMONA

March 23

Windsong Southland Chorale’s annual GALA/Fundraiser, Sounds of the Screen and Stage, 11 a.m. to 3p.m., March 23, Mountain Meadows Golf Course, 1875 Fairplex Drive, Pomona. Greg Bradbard, wellknown and respected president of Hope Through Housing Foundation, will reprise his role as MC. The gala includes aluncheon, silent auction, drawings and more. Reservations are due by March 18. For more information or to reserve your place at the table, call (909) 983-9879.

Ongoing

Lawn Bowling, 10 a.m., every Monday and Wednesday, Pomona Lawn Bowling Club, 451 E. Arrow Highway, Pomona, in the Palomares Park complex on the west side. Very easy sport to learn and all equipment is provided. We will show and explain how the game is played. Great cardio light walking exercise, games last approximately two hours. For the young at heart and those over 18. For more information, visit pomonalawnbowlingclub.com.

Women’s Golf Club. We play at 7:30 a.m. Thursdays, June through September, and 8a.m. October through May, Mountain Meadows Golf Course, 1875 Fairplex Drive, Pomona. For more information, contact Nanci at famsachs@aol.com or Sandi at sdunninteriors@earthlink.net.

Inland Valley Hope Partners Pomona Valley Certified Farmers’ Market, 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Saturdays, corner of Pearl and Garey, Pomona. The Farmers’ Market brings together family farmers, social service agencies, and food vendors from throughout the Pomona-Inland Valley to provide the community with fresh produce at reasonable prices.

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 ameal. Volunteers are the heart of the program and provide both ameal and afriendly visit. Volunteers are needed for packing, driving, navigating, clerical, and management. For more info, call (909) 621-9900.

American Museum of Ceramic Art is open noon to 5p.m. Wednesday through Sunday; 399 N. Garey Ave., Pomona. For more info, please call (909) 865-3146 or visit amoca.org.

Exhibition Schedule

Through March 31

John Toki: Fault Lines. Through March 31.

Through Aug. 25

Silver Splendor: The Work of Anna Silver. Through Aug. 25. The exhibit examines Anna Silver’s more than 50 years of studio work and tracks the creative evolution of Silver from her origins to her current role as abeacon of painterly aesthetics in the field of modern and contemporary art.

Ongoing

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 and restaurants stay open late. There isnobetter way to get afeel 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, 252-D Main St., Pomona, in the Pomona Arts Colony. Hours of operation are noon to 5p.m. Wednesday through Saturday, noon to 9p.m. Thursday and second Saturday, and 2p.m. to 4p.m. Sunday. For more information, please call (909) 397-9716.

Exhibition Schedule

Through March 24

Oscar M. Albuerne and Jose Vadi special feature: Displaced Immigrants Journey, through March 24.

Ongoing

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 learn what clay is and 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

Ongoing

Associated Artists of the Inland Empire meets 9:30 a.m., second Wednesday of each month, Rancho Cucamonga Community Center, 11200 Baseline Road, Rancho Cucamonga. The purpose of AAIE is to promote the creative talent of its members, provide an exchange of ideas between area artists, and to generate public interest in fine arts. The public is invited. For more information, visit associatedartistsinlandempire.org.

Cucamonga Service Station, aRoute 66 historic location, is open as amuseum and gift shop, 10 a.m. to 3p.m., Thursday to Sunday, 9670 Foothill Blvd, Rancho Cucamonga. It was built in 1915 and later restored by the Route 66 Inland Empire California Association. Cucamonga Service Station reopened as amuseum in 2015, winning the 2016 California Preservation Design Award. For more information, please visit route66ieca.org.

Order Sons and Daughters of Italy in America West End Lodge meets 6p.m., second Wednesdays, Antonino’s Restaurant, 7945 Vineyard Ave., Rancho Cucamonga. If you are Italian or just love all things Italian, we would love to meet you and tell you about our organization. We invite you to join us at one of our meetings. For more info, Carol Lombardo at (626) 251-5669.

Cucamonga District Host Lions invites you to become amember of the largest service club in the world. Lions are best known for fighting blindness and assisting the visually impaired –but do much more. We meet the fourth Wednesday of each month at the Old Spaghetti Factory, 11896 E. Foothill Blvd., Rancho Cucamonga. For more info, call Steve Lacey at (909) 921-6560 or Bob Terry at (909) 702-2103.

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, visit awzmom@ yahoo.com or call Kim Zolotar at (909) 904-0352.

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 10 a.m. to 3p.m., Tuesday through Saturday, 8810 Hemlock St., Rancho Cucamonga. For more information, 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 information, 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, please contact Rick Absler at (909) 593-2261.


MARK YOUR CALENDARS

March 23

Fritz Coleman’s Defying Gravity, 8p.m., March 23, Lewis Family Playhouse, Victoria Gardens Cultural Center, 12505 Cultural Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga. The hilarious stand up about the comical calamities of aging is a benefit performance to support the Rancho Cucamonga Community and Arts Foundation. For tickets or more information, visit lewisfamilyplayhouse.com or call (909) 477-2752.

March 29-31

Registration is now open for the 20th annual San Dimas Stage Race, March 29-31. To register, visit BikeReg.com. World class professional, talented amateur and junior cyclists from around the world will compete in this race, which is hosted by the SC Velo Cycling Club. Three stages of racing are scheduled, as well as races for kids on the last day. For more information, visit sdsr.bike.


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, Rancho Cucamonga. For more info and meeting dates, please call Mike at (909) 989-2258 or (909) 240-5731.

Assistance League of the Foothill Communities’ Thrift Shop, 8555 Archibald Ave., Rancho Cucamonga. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4p.m., Tuesday through Saturday. For more information, call (909) 484-7853.

SAN DIMAS

March 24

Join Pomona Valley Audubon Society for anature walk at Frank G. Bonelli Park, March 24. This is an easy two-hour walk for beginners as well as experts. The diverse habitat makes this agreat place to find Greater Roadrunner, Cactus Wren and California Gnatcatcher, along with raptors and wintering fowl. For time and directions, visit pomonavalleyaudubon.org.

Ongoing

San Dimas Writers Workshop, 1p.m. to 3p.m., Wednesdays, San Dimas Senior Citizen/ Community Center, 201 E. Bonita Ave., San Dimas. Have you ever dreamed of becoming awriter, or have you had some great ideas for astory, orpoetry, ordrama? Consider joining our workshop. Whether you are aprofessional, novice or are simply interested in the craft of writing, everyone is welcome. Youmay bring astory to share orbeinspired by other writers. Info: call (909) 394-6290.

Women’s Golf Club. We play at 7:30 a.m. Tuesdays, May through September, and 8a.m. October through April, San Dimas Canyon Golf Course, 2100 Terrebone Ave., San Dimas. For more information, contact themathdoctor24@yahoo. com or mairzie@verizon.net.

La Verne/San Dimas Meals on Wheels. Volunteers are needed to help with the delivery of meals Monday through Friday. Most volunteers work only once aweek, and are needed from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Donations made to Meals on Wheels help the recipients who need help in paying for their meals. For more information, 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: 1p.m. to 4p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Museum and Gift Shop: 1p.m. to 4p.m. Tuesdays/Thursdays. Additional hours are posted on www.sandimashistorical.org or facebook.com/SanDimas HistoricalSociety. Docent-led tours are available by appt. Call (909) 592-1190 or email office 91773@sandimashistorical.org.

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The Kids’ Corner Makmo: Measure the Wind, 3p.m. to 4p.m., March 20. Meteorologists collect alot of data to predict the weather. Get started on your own weather station by building your own anemometer and weather vane to monitor the wind. For ages 5to12.

Book Party: Celebrate Pete the Cat, 3p.m. to 4p.m., March 23. Don’t forget your camera when you join us at this fun party with one of today’s favorite children’s book characters, Pete the Cat! Pete will visit the library and meet his fans and we will also read Pete the Cat books, play games, and do aPete the Cat art activity! Pete’s book will be available for check out. For ages 3and up.

Girl Empowerment Book Club, 3p.m. to 4p.m., March 27. Join us as we read the amazing picture book biography, The True Tale of aGiantess: The Story of Anna Swan. An art activity will follow. For ages 5 to12.

For Teens

Cesar Chavez Day of Giving: Give Back with Card Making, 4p.m. to 5p.m., March 21. Teens: be inspired by Cesar Chavez Community Service Day and use your art skills to give back. Join us and create cards to give to hospitalized children through the charity, Cards for Hospitalized Kids.

Teen Advisory Board, 5p.m. to 5:45 p.m., March 21. Teens: join your peers in providing input about the types of programs you’d like to see in the library while you earn volunteer hours. Snacks will be provided. Parents: Alist of snack ingredients will be available.

For Adults

Easy Yoga for Beginners, 9a.m. to 10 a.m., Saturdays, through March 23. Join at the library for afree yoga class led by the instructors of United Yoga Studio in San Dimas. This gentle class is ideal for beginners and those looking to build strength, balance and flexibility, and to learn torelax. Practice on an empty stomach for two or three hours after ameal. Please bring ayoga mat.

Block Printing Art, 3p.m. to 4p.m., March 16. Adults and families are invited to this artistled workshop where they will create an art piece through block printing.

Third Tuesday Book Club, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., March 19. This month’s selection is Farewell to Manzanar by Jeanne Wakatsuki Houston. Our April book will be Sourdough by Robin Sloane. Copies of the books are available for check out at the library.

Ongoing

Book Party Book Club, 10:30 a.m., the first Wednesday of each month, San Dimas Senior Center, 201 E. Bonita Ave., San Dimas.

Yarnology, 4:30 p.m., second Thursday of the month. Teens and adults: join us as we crochet, knit, embroider, and/or quilt. Bring in your incomplete projects, your questions, and your desire to learn. While this is not aclass, we still learn from each other in afriendly group setting.

Join Friends of San Dimas Library, 10:30 a.m., third Tuesday of each month except December, Library Meeting Room. All meetings are open to public. Friends are always in need of volunteers to help sort books for our ongoing lobby sale.

UPLAND

April 13

Upland Woman’s Club hosts Parisian Tea, 2p.m. to 4p.m., April 13, Upland Woman’s Club, 590 N. Second Ave., Upland. Join us for delicious food, entertainment and fun. Proceeds will benefit local charitable organizations, nursing scholarships and our building fund.

Ongoing

Uplanders Club, 11:15 a.m., second Wednesday of each month, September through June, Upland Hills Country Club, 1231 E. 16th St., Upland. Join our friendly, fun and social group offering avariety of different activities. For reservations, Linda Schroeder at (909) 949-4031 by the fifth of each month. For membership information, please contact Sharon Rachielles at (909) 985-8018.

The Upland Host Lions invites members of the community to volunteer. Wemeet the first and third Monday of each month at the Landacena Center, 1325 San Bernardino Road, Upland. For more info, visit uplandlionsclub. org orcall (909) 490-1559.

GFWC Woman’s Club of Upland is seeking new members. Come visit us if you are interested in community service, philanthropic projects, socializing and meeting new friends. The Upland Woman’s Club is anonprofit philanthropic membership organization serving the needs of the underserved in local communities for more than acentury. Wemeet at noon on the second Tuesday of the month, September through May. Wehave lunch followed by entertainment at our club, 590 N. Second Ave., Upland. For reservations and more information, call (909) 982-3342 or visit uplandwomansclub.org.

Weekly/Monthly

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 info, call (909) 982-8010 or visit coopermuseum.org.

The Upland Farmers Market, sponsored by San Antonio Regional Hospital, is open 9a.m. to 2p.m. Saturdays in the Upland City Hall Parking Lot. Special themed events, music and children’s activities are planned. Where: Upland City Hall Parking Lot, 460 N. Euclid Ave. at Arrow Highway.

Senior Billiards Tournament, last Monday of each month, 1p.m. to 4p.m.: Ages 55+, $5 includes lunch. Arrive at 11:30 a.m. at the Gibson Senior Center Billiards Room, 250 N. Third Ave. For more info, call (909) 981-4501.

Clutter Chaos, every Tuesday, 1p.m. to 2p.m.: –Ages 55+ FREE Self-help group to deal with personal clutter. Gibson Senior Center Arts &Crafts Room, 250 N. Third Ave. For more info, please call (909) 981-4501.

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Ongoing Youth Services Programs

Wonderful Ones Storytime: 10 a.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays, Children’s Reading Room. Follow us into the wonderful world of Wonderful Ones! Little ones will be encouraged to sing and learn rhymes in this music-based storytime. Also featuring classic felt board stories, bubbles and colorful scarf games for sensory development, this lap sit Storytime is perfect for babies and young toddlers.

Family Storytime: 11:15 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, Children’s Reading Room. Come join us for an enriching, sensorybased Storytime that incorporates American Sign Language to boost developing minds and encourages sensitivity to the needs of others. Our Family Storytime general content includes stories, crafts and enrichment that those ages 12-35 months might find tricky on their own, so they will need additional caregiver supervision to be able to participate to their best ability.

Creation Station: 3p.m., first and third Wednesday of the month. Stop by to make acraft or an art project that you can take home. All ages are welcome.

Tween Game Day: 3p.m., second and fourth Wednesdays. Come by our new program for ages 7-12. This program is perfect for those looking for afun way to be social, play games and unwind after school. For more information, call (909) 931-4213.

Ongoing Tween Programs

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 Uno.

Teen Monthly Movie: 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. every third Thursday of the month, Brodie Room. Take abreak and watch amovie at the library for arelaxing and fun afternoon.

Teen DIY: 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. every second Thursday of the month, Brodie Room. From ideas on Pinterest to YouTube, we’ll be tackling some fun DIY Ideas.

Ongoing Library Literacy Programs Volunteer Tutors Needed: Volunteering at the Upland Public Library’s Adult Literacy Program is awonderful way to offer service to your city. For more information, call (909) 931-4211.

English Corner: 1:45 p.m. Tuesdays and 10:30 a.m. Thursdays, Brodie Room. Join us to practice your English conversation skills. For more information, call (909) 931-4211.

Ongoing Adult Programs

Conversations about God: Bridges of Understanding Series: 6p.m. to7p.m. every fourth Tuesday of the month, Brodie Room. The Library has partnered with the Upland Interfaith Council to bring visitors presentations from different faiths in and around our community.

Adult Arts and Crafts Club: 10:30 a.m., second Saturday of the month, Brodie Room. This is your chance to enjoy your own arts and crafts time! Each month we feature acraft for you to work on. Just show up and we will supply the tools and materials.

California DMV Driver’s Test Study Session: 3p.m., first and third Tuesdays, Brodie Room. We help you study for the test

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