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.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS
Sept. 20 Stand-up comedian Tig Notaro, 8 p.m., Sept. 20, Lewis Family Playhouse, Victoria Gardens Cultural Center, 12505 Cultural Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga. Notaro is a Grammy- and Emmyaward nominated comedian, actor, writer, producer and director hailed for her effortless storytelling and fearless stage presence. For tickets and more information, visit lewisfamilyplayhouse.com or call the Box Office at (909) 477-2752.
Oct. 11-13 Claremont Village Ghost Walk, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., Oct. 11-12, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Oct. 13, starting at Gypsy Caravan, 141 Harvard Ave., Claremont. Tickets are now on sale at Bert and Rocky’s Cream Company, 242 Yale Ave., Claremont. The family-friendly walking tour departs every half hour. The 75-minute tour consists of a minimum of seven ghost stories that either occurred in a Village business, to a Village business owner or on the Pomona College campus. The event is sponsored by Claremont Girl Scout Troop 1094 and Claremont Village Marketing Group. For more information, visit Claremontghostwalk.com or email stampnow@aol.com.
AUTO CLUB SPEEDWAY Auto Club Speedway is located at 9300 Cherry Ave., Fontana. For a full schedule of events and more info, please visit autoclubspeedway.com.
Ongoing Exotics Racing, every weekend. 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. 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 Sept. 7-11 Azusa Rotary Club presents Field of Glory, Sept. 7-11, Azusa City Hall, 213 E. Foothill Blvd., Azusa. Hundreds of U.S. flags will be displayed on the front lawn of City Hall in honor of first responders, veterans and active service members. Opening day events between 8 a.m. and 1 p.m., Sept. 7, will include a pancake breakfast, opening ceremony, various exhibitors, military and first responder vehicles, and various dignitaries. For more information, visit fieldofglory.org.
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 a global volunteer organization working to improve the lives of women and girls. Info: President Shannon Lancaster at shannongirl54@verizon.net.
CHINO Aug. 28 Chino Valley Unified District hosts parent information forum, 5:45 p.m., Aug. 28, Multipurpose Room, Chino High School, 5472 Park Place, Chino. Topics will include mental health resources, drug abuse trends and social media issues. For more information, visit chino.k12.ca.us.
Sept. 27 Applications for Chino Valley Unified School District Committee for the Arts volunteers due Sept. 27 to the Communications Office, 5130 Riverside Drive, Chino. For more information, visit chino.k12.ca.us.
Ongoing Chino Valley Medical Center presents Living with Diabetes class, 6 p.m. to 8 p.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 a Bereavement 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 Through Aug. 30 Resident input sought on housing survey, through Aug. 30. The online survey is available at chinohills.org/CDBG. For more information, please call the Community Services Department at (909) 364-2717.
Ongoing The Teen Activity Center is open from 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., Friday, in the Chino Hills Community Center, 14250 Peyton Drive, Chino Hills. This is a free afterschool drop-in program of the City of Chino Hills. For more information, visit chinohills.org/RecOnline.
Meet with Congressional staff, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesdays, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., Wednesdays, Chino Hills City Hall, 14000 City Center Drive, Chino Hills. Area residents can meet with staff representing Congressman Gil Cisneros during field office hours at City Hall.
The Congressman’s staff can help with federal-level concerns including Veterans Affairs, Internal Revenue Service, passports, Medicare, immigration and federal student loans. Stop by the Red-Tailed Hawk conference room on the second floor or schedule an appointment via email to Sephanie.Wade@mail.house.gov or call (714) 459-4575. For more information, call City Clerk’s Office at (909) 364-2620.
Meet with Assemblyman Phillip Chen representatives, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Mondays, starting Aug. 19. The Assemblyman’s staff will be available to provide assistance and answer questions on topics including problems with the DMV, foreclosure prevention, veterans’ benefits, Medicare, state taxes, unemployment benefits, internship opportunities, and various legislative services. Stop by the Red-Tailed Hawk conference room on the second floor of City Hall or schedule an appointment by sending an email to Anthony.Johnson@asm.ca.gov or calling the district Office at (714) 529-5502. For more information, call City Clerk’s office at (909) 364-2620.
Passport appointments are available 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday, Wednesday and Thursday, 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesdays, and 7:30 a.m. to noon on Friday. For more information, please call (909) 364-2607.
CLAREMONT Through Sept. 8
Claremont Young Musicians Orchestra to hold auditions, through Sept. 8. Musicians 8 to 20 who play string, woodwind, brass, or percussion instruments are invited to audition for the CYMO, the Claremont Young Musicians Intermezzo Orchestra, or the newly formed Overture Strings. For more information, visit cymo.org, email rjscymo@aol.com or call (909) 624-3614.
Sept. 5 Pomona Valley Audubon Society meets 7 p.m., Sept. 5, Alexander Hughes Center, Padua Room, 1700 Danbury Road, Claremont. The evening will begin with a bird identification session, followed by refreshments and a short business meeting. The meeting is open to the public.
Sept. 8 Pomona Valley Audubon Society will lead a family bird walk, 8 a.m., Sept. 28, Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden, 1500 N. College Ave., Claremont. A skilled Audubon member will lead the two-hour walk. Bring binoculars and meet at the entrance.
Sept. 13, Oct. 11, Nov. 15 Pomona Valley Amateur Astronomers meet monthly, 7:30 p.m., Sept. 13, Oct. 11 and Nov. 15, 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.
Sept. 28 Cucamonga District Host Lions’ Fashion Bazaar Luncheon, 10 a.m., Sept. 28, The DoubleTree by Hilton, 555 W. Foothill Blvd., Claremont. The event features vendors, entertainment and raffle baskets. Proceeds to benefit local service projects. For more info, call Tamara Martin at (760) 900-8480 or Nancy High at 9909) 731-1722.
Oct. 13 Spirit of Place Home Tour, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Oct. 13. Docent-led tours of six historic Claremont Village homes. For more information, visit ClaremontHeritage.org.
Ongoing Claremont Pickleball Association plays 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. every Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday, and 8 a.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 a guest speaker. For more information, visit universityclubofclaremont.org. The UCC is a 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 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., or deliver meals from 10:30 a.m. to noon. A commitment of two days a month is needed. For 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 info, call (909) 621-2079.
Claremont Farmers & Artisans Market, 8 a.m. to 1 p.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 information, please call manager Oscar G. DeLeon at (714) 345-3087.
Tutti Mangia Italian Grill, 102 Harvard Ave., Claremont, at First Street Friday/Saturday 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.; Late Night Happy Hour 9 p.m. to 11 p.m. every Friday and Saturday. Bar Menu available until 1 p.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 a time. 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 Claremont Helen Renwick Library, 208 N. Harvard Ave., Claremont. For more information, (909) 621-4902.
Aug. 25 Fourth Sundays: Poetry at the Claremont Library, 2 p.m., Aug. 25, featuring Allison Joseph and Lloyd Aquino. The event is open to the public. Light refreshments will be served and books will be available for purchase.
CLAREMONT MUSEUM OF ART Claremont Museum of Art, 200 W. 1st St., Claremont. The museum is open noon to 4 p.m., Friday through Sunday, and from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on the first Saturday of every month for the Art Walk. For more information, visit claremontmuseum.org.
Exhibition Schedule Aug. 25
Displacement Zero, Aug. 25. The exhibition features work by Claremont born, London-based conceptual artist Andrew M. Wenrick. Maps of the Los Angeles area and beyond have been reconstructed into unexpected configurations, challenging our perceptions of place.
Sept. 6 to Dec. 1
James Strombotne: Imagine, Sept. 6 to Dec. 1. The exhibition focuses on the work of one of the few remaining active Claremont artists from the 1950s and 1960s – an era sometimes referred to as Claremont’s golden age. Drawings and paintings from the artist’s personal collection reflect the arc of a distinguished career dedicated to making concrete the creative mind’s imaginings. Reception: 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., Sept. 7.
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 a tour 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.
CHARTER OAK LIBRARY Charter Oak Library, 20540 E. Arrow Highway, Covina. For more information, call (626) 339-2151 or visit colapublib.org.
DIAMOND BAR LIBRARY Diamond Bar Library, 21800 Copley Drive, Diamond Bar. For more information, call (909)861-4978 or visit colapublib.org.
Sept. 21 September Sidewalk Sale, 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Sept. 21, Basically BOOKS, 23447 Golden Springs Drive, Diamond Bar. Once-a-month opportunity to get great books and great bargains.
Oct. 1-31 Read Together Diamond Bar, Oct. 1-31. The monthlong event is a celebration of community and literacy. Many educational and fun events are planned. Visit LACountyLibrary.org for continuing updates.
Oct. 5 How a Book changed My Life Student Essay Contest deadline, Oct. 5, Diamond Bar Library.
Oct. 19 October Sidewalk Sale, 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Oct. 19, Basically BOOKS, 23447 Golden Springs Drive, Diamond Bar. Once-a-month opportunity to get great books and great bargains.
Oct. 26 Closing event for RTDB 2019, 2 p.m., Oct. 26, Diamond Bar Library. Winners will be announced during a special event with An Na, author of A Stop from Heaven.
Nov. 16 Twentieth Anniversary Celebration for Basically BOOKS, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Nov. 16, Basically BOOKS, 23447 Golden Springs Drive, Diamond Bar.
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 a resource 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 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.
Ongoing Satellite wagering from Southern California tracks, opens at 11 a.m. daily at Finish Line Sports Grill, Gate 12 on White Avenue. Air conditioning, big screen TVs, and food and drinks are available.
The Wally Parks National Hot Rod Association Motorsports Museum, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday. Parking is at Gate 1 on McKinley Avenue. The museum chronicles more than 50 years of American motorsports history, and is presented by Automobile Club of Southern California. Info: (909) 622-2133.
Fairplex Garden Railroad, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., first Sundays, November through July. The popular G-gauge outdoor miniature railroad is located near the Fairplex Grandstand. Parking is at Gate 1 on McKinley Avenue. The trains journey through various eras of California history from the mid-1800s through the years. For more info, call (909) 865-4315.
Historic Trains Exhibit, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., second weekend of the month, near Gate 17. See the Union Pacific Centennial DD40X diesel-powered locomotive, which measures nearly 100 feet in length. The complete historical museum includes the original Arcadia Station built in 1895 and moved to Fairplex in 1969, along with seven locomotives, a trolley car, Pullman car, caboose and a livestock car. For more info, please call (909) 865-4043.
FONTANA Through August Fontana Kindness Challenge, through August. Inspired by 11-year-old Ruben Martinez’s El Paso Challenge to complete 22 random acts of kindness, the City of Fontana is joining in on the challenge with the Fontana Kindness Challenge. The City encourages all residents to unite and spread a random act of kindness each day throughout August around the community.
Through September Fontana Car Show, 5 p.m. to 9 p.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 information, visit CarShow.Fontana.org or call (909) 349-6900.
The City of Fontana’s “grocery store on wheels,” 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 a traveling bus that aims to deliver nutritious, affordable and accessible fruits and vegetables to residents. Info: call (909) 350-6542 or visit healthyfontana.org.
LEWIS LIBRARY AND TECHNOLOGY CENTER Lewis Library and Technology Center, 8437 Sierra Ave., Fontana. For more information, visit sbclib.org or call (909) 574-4500.
Library Beginners Courses (0-5 Years) Little Builders: A STEM Program for 3- to 5-Year- Olds: 10:30 a.m. Mondays and Thursdays. Hands-on 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 4 p.m. Thursdays. Enjoy great stories, active songs, and fun props and learn a letter 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 a story.
Kid Zone Courses (6-12 Years) Construction Zone: 4 p.m. Mondays and Fridays. From Lego creations to paper airplanes, we will construct cool projects as a group or individually.
Storytime for All Ages: 2 p.m. Wednesdays.
Learnology Lab: 5 p.m. Wednesdays. A STEM program for children.
Adult Courses Citizenship: 5 p.m. Mondays. Covers the process for becoming a citizen.
Basic Computer Classes: 5 p.m. Wednesdays.
GLENDORA 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 Kiwaniannes meet the first and third Thursday of the month, Village Eatery, 221 N. Glendora Ave., Glendora. The club is open to women in the community and is affiliated with Kiwanis International. In addition to serve projects and fundraisers, the club hears programs of interest to members. For more information, visit glendorakiwaniannes.org.
The Glendora After Stroke Center holds meetings 8 a.m. to noon, Wednesdays, La Fetra Senior Center, 333 E. Foothill Blvd., Glendora. The Center is a non-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. You are cordially invited to come any Wednesday and observe or participate in part or all of the day’s activities. You will find a safe, nurturing environment where stroke survivors and their families benefit from the group support and education offered. For more information, call (909) 843-5239 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 a member of the Glendora Historical Society. Become a volunteer 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 6 p.m. dinner and activities at 7 p.m. For more information, call (951) 809-8410.
LA VERNE Sept. 11
CA Retired Teachers Association Division 13 meets, 11:15 a.m., Sept. 11, Hillcrest Retirement, 2705 Mountain View Drive, La Verne. Incorporated in 1929, we celebrate our 90th anniversary and will enjoy a 23-day Antarctica Adventure presentation by retired educator and videographer Lydia Carswell. For reservations, please call (626) 963-6242.
Ongoing
Windsong Southland Chorale, a community choir, meets 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., every Monday, La Verne Heights Presbyterian Church, 1040 Baseline Ave., La Verne. New singers are welcome. Call (909) 983-9879 for more information.
Recycling for Roynon Elementary School, 7:45 a.m. to 8:15 a.m., Fridays, Roynon Elementary School, 2715 E St., 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 donations in the kindergarten and library parking lots, and at the north campus entrance on 8th St.
La Verne/San Dimas Meals on Wheels. We deliver hot lunches for a nominal 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 D St., La Verne. Join us if you are interested in all facets of home gardening.
Retired Senior Volunteer Patrol offers You Are Not Alone program for La Verne seniors. If you are a senior 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, contact the YANA Program at (909) 407-2589 or La Verne Police Department at (909) 596-1913, ext. 2224.
LA VERNE LIBRARY La Verne Library, 3640 D St., La Verne. For more information, visit colapublib.org or call (909) 596-1934.
Aug. 28 Smartypants Storytime, 11:30 a.m. to noon, Aug. 28. Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. Attendance is limited and advanced registration is required. For ages 2-5 with a caregiver. Call (909) 596-1934 for more information.
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, please call (909) 625-8146.
The Pomona Valley Art Association is a nonprofit, 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 7 p.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 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 a jam-packed jamboree. For more information, visit Route66CruisinReunion.com.
Nov. 23 Tickets on sale now for Bad Bunny’s X100PRE Tour, Nov. 23, Citizens Business Bank Arena, 4000 Ontario Center, Ontario. Grammy-nominated rapper/songwriter and Latin music’s “King of Trap,” Bad Bunny has extended his North American tour. For tickets, visit CMNEvents.com.
Ongoing The Clay Yard: A Ceramic 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 9 a.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 a 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 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. C St., 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 HISTORY AND ART Ontario Museum of History and Art, 225 S. Euclid Ave., Ontario. Gallery hours are noon to 4 p.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 to 4 p.m., Thursday through Sunday, or by special appointment. For more info, please call (909) 463-3733.
Exhibition Schedule Sept. 8 Suburbia. Through Sept. 8. The photography exhibit looks at California’s suburbs in the 1970s and is the work of photographer Bill Owens, who first published his Suburbia nook in 1972. For more information, visit oma1996.com.
Through Sept. 14 Main Gallery: Cabinet of Curiosity – SCCS – 10th Anniversary. Through Sept. 14. The Southern California Collage Society celebrates its 10th Anniversary.
Through Sept. 21 Spotlight Gallery: Influenced by Nature – Colleen Biden. Through Sept. 21.
Through Sept. 28 South Gallery: Connections. Through Sept. 28. This exhibit represents a body of work from a “tribe” of three female artists: Sue Conner, Patrice Cooley, and Robyn MacNair.
Through Nov. 17 Line Gallery: California Style. Through Nov. 17. This new representational art, defined by a large format, free broad brush strokes, and strong rich colors, documented scenes and activities of everyday life on the Pacific Coast.
POMONA Through Aug. 29 Pomona Concert Band’s 72nd annual Summer Concert Series, 7:30 p.m., Thursdays, through Aug. 29, G. Stanton Selby Bandshell, behind the Community Center in Ganesha Park, 1575 N. White Ave., Pomona. For more information, visit pomonaconcertband.org or call (626) 824-0001.
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, May through September, and 8 a.m. October through May, Mountain Meadows Golf Course, 1875 Fairplex Drive, Pomona. For more information, contact Nanci at famsachs@aol.com or Sandi at mdunn909@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.
American Museum of Ceramic Art is open noon to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday; 399 N. Garey Ave., Pomona. For more information, visit amoca.org or call (909) 865-3146.
Exhibition Schedule Aug. 25
Silver Splendor: The Work of Anna Silver. 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 a beacon of painterly aesthetics in the field of modern and contemporary art.
Through Dec. 30 Juan Quezada: The Legend of Mata Ortiz, through Dec. 30. For more information, visit amoca.org/juanquezada or call (909) 865-3146.
Sept. 14 to Feb. 23, 2020
Julie Green: Flown Blue, Sept. 14 to Feb. 23, 2020. Bringing together more than 830 plates, platters and dishware, the exhibition explores the artist’s longstanding engagement with secondhand porcelain and stoneware dishes, drawing from both the largescale political works for which Green is acclaimed, and more recent works interrogating societal gender biases and personal histories. For more information: amoca.org/juliegreen or (909) 865-3146. Reception: 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., Sept. 14. Talk: 7 p.m., Sept. 14.
Ongoing Every month on the second Saturday, Art Walk brings big crowds to the streets of Pomona, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Dozens of galleries host artist receptions for their latest exhibits. Many shops, studios and restaurants stay open late. There is no better way to get a feel for the lively community that hundreds of artists have built here. Experience the diverse array of top quality artwork, ceramics, fiber, jewelry, mixed media, painting and photography.
dA CENTER FOR THE ARTS dA Center for the Arts, 252-D Main St., Pomona, in the Pomona Arts Colony. Hours of operation are noon to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday, noon to 9 p.m. Thursday and second Saturday, and 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. For more information, call (909) 397-9716.
Sept. 14 The dA Center for the Arts Car Show: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Sept. 14, 252 Main St., Pomona. Car culture and arts for all ages, with art, music and food. For more info, call (909) 942-1606 or daartcenter@gmail.com.
Ongoing Drawing: 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m., Thursdays, for beginners to intermediate artists.
Saturdays - Clay: Adults 16 and older: 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; children 6-15: 1 p.m. to 2 p.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 instructionbased painting environment in which students can choose and carry out their own assignments. No previous painting experience required.
RANCHO CUCAMONGA Ongoing Cucamonga Service Station, a Route 66 historic location, is open as a museum and gift shop, 10 a.m. to 3 p.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 a museum in 2015, winning the 2016 California Preservation Design Award. Info: route66ieca.org.
Order Sons and Daughters of Italy in America West End Lodge meets 6 p.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 information, contact Carol Lombardo at (626) 251-5669.
Cucamonga District Host Lions invites you to become a member 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 of the Hills Church, Room 10, 6080 Haven Ave., Rancho Cucamonga. For more information, contact Kim Zolotar at (909) 904-0352 or awzmom@yahoo.com.
The John Rains House is open for tours. John Rains, a businessman and grape grower, had the home built in 1860 and it is now a historic site of the San Bernardino County Museum. He lived there with his wife, Maria Merced, and their children. The house is open for tours 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday, 8810 Hemlock St., Rancho Cucamonga. For more info, 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 info, 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, Rancho Cucamonga. For more info and meeting dates, 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 4 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday. For more info, call (909) 484-7853.
SAN DIMAS Sept. 29 Frank G. Bonelli Park Nature Walk, Sunday, Sept. 29. Join Pomona Valley Audubon Society for a two-hour nature walk for beginners as well as experts. The diverse habitat makes this a great place to find Greater Roadrunner, Cactus Wren and California Gnatcatcher, along with raptors and wintering waterfowl. Contact leader Rod Higbie at warblerod@verizon.net or (909) 599-6526 for time and directions.
Ongoing San Dimas Writers Workshop, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., Wednesdays, San Dimas Senior Citizen/Community Center, 201 E. Bonita Ave., San Dimas. Have you ever dreamed of becoming a writer, or have you had some great ideas for a story, or poetry, or drama? Consider joining our workshop. Whether you are a professional, novice or are simply interested in the craft of writing, everyone is welcome. You may bring a story to share or be inspired by other writers. For more information, please call (909) 394-6290.
Women’s Golf Club. We play at 7:30 a.m. Tuesdays, May through September, and 8 a.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 a week, 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, please 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: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Museum and Gift Shop: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays/Thursdays. Additional hours are posted on www.sandimashistorical.org or facebook.com/SanDimasHistoricalSociety. Docent-led tours are available by appointment. Call (909) 592-1190 or email office91773@sandimashistorical.org.
SAN DIMAS LIBRARY San Dimas Library, 145 N. Walnut Ave., San Dimas. Call (909) 599-6738 for more information.
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 a class, we still learn from each other in a friendly 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 Oct. 12 Historic Upland Walking Tour, 10 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 12. Meet at the Cooper Regional History Museum, 217 A St., Upland, and join us for an in-depth look at Upland’s history, downtown businesses and people that define the City of Gracious Living. Tours are approximately two hours and one mile in length over flat surfaces. For more info, call (909) 982-8010 or visit coopermuseum.org.
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 a variety of different activities. For reservations, call Linda Schroeder at (909) 949-4031 by the fifth of each month. For membership information, contact Sharon Rachielles at (909) 985-8018.
Upland Woman’s Club. If you are interested in community service, philanthropic projects, socializing and meeting new friends, come visit and join us. The Upland Woman’s Club is a nonprofit philanthropic membership organization serving the needs of the underserved in local communities for more than a century. For more information, call (909) 982-3324 or visit uplandwomansclub.org.
The Upland Host Lions invites members of the community to volunteer. We meet the first and third Monday of each month at the Landacena Center, 1325 San Bernardino Road, Upland. For more information, visit uplandlionsclub.org or call (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 a nonprofit philanthropic membership organization serving the needs of the underserved in local communities for more than a century. We meet at noon on the second Tuesday of the month, September through May. We have 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
The Upland Farmers Market, sponsored by San Antonio Regional Hospital, is open 9 a.m. to 2 p.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, 1 p.m. to 4 p.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, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.: – Ages 55+ FREE Self-help group to deal with personal clutter. Gibson Senior Center Arts & Crafts Room, 250 N. Third Ave., Upland. For more information, please call (909) 981-4501.
UPLAND LIBRARY
Aug. 31 PokemonGO: Pokepeople Hangouts: 2p.m. to 3:30 p.m., Aug. 31. Calling all Pokemon GO trainers! Join us for Pokepeople Hangouts! Come meet new trainer of varying levels to battle one-on-one, trade and test your luck with Smeargle challenge. For ages 16 and older. For more information, please call (909) 931-4205.
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, sensory-based 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: 3 p.m., first and third Wednesday of the month. Stop by to make a craft or an art project that you can take home. All ages are welcome.
Tween Game Day: 3 p.m. second and fourth Wednesdays. Come by our new program for ages 7-12. This program is perfect for those looking for a fun way to be social, play games and unwind after school. For more information, please 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 8 and 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 a break and watch a movie at the library for a relaxing 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 a wonderful 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 info, call (909) 931-4211.
Ongoing Adult Programs Conversations about God: Bridges of Understanding Series: 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. every fourth Tuesday of the month, 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 a craft for you to work on. Just show up and we will supply the tools and materials.
California DMV Driver’s Test Study Session: 3 p.m., first and third Tuesdays, Brodie Room. We help you study for the test with a walk through session of the DMV Handbook, resources, sample test material and online practice tests.
Book-Enders Book Club: 10 a.m. to noon, first Saturdays, October through June, Brodie Room. Ages 18 and older. Book-Enders Is a book club for adults featuring great books, excellent conversation, and fabulous guest speakers. Info: Adult Services Librarian, Lorene Broersma, (909) 931-4202.
Inland Empire Museum of Art, 1334 N. Benson Ave., Upland. For more information, visit iearts.org or please call (909) 297-0378.
CHAFFEY COLLEGE
Through Nov. 2 Contemporary Portraits, 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to noon, Saturday, Chaffey College Center for the Arts – A building. Presented by Chaffey College and the Wignall Museum of Contemporary Art, the exhibition is focused on portraits by 16 alumni from the “Student Invitational” program. For more info contact Roman Stollenwert at (909) 652-6490 or roman.stollenwerk@chaffey.edu.
Through June 6, 2020
Abstraction: Recent Work from Chaffey College Alumni Artists, through June 6, 2020, Rancho Cucamonga City Hall, 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga. Presented by the Wignall Museum of Contemporary Art and the city of Rancho Cucamonga, the exhibition includes the work of 10 Chaffey College “Student Invitational” alumni. Info: Roman Stollenwert at (909) 652-6490 or roman.stollenwerk@chaffey.edu. Reception: 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., Sept. 17, City Hall.
Sept. 15 Sunday Recital Series event, Unheard Voices: Songs and Poems from the Margins, 2:30 p.m., Sept. 15, Chaffey College Theatre. The event includes poetry from US poet laureate Rita Dove, Teresa of Avila, Lorine Niedecker, Li Bai and others. Musical performances by soprano Anne Harley and pianist Gayle Blankenburg will encompass the work of Jodi Goble, Harold Forsythe, Pulitzer Prize winner John Harbison and Chinese composer Gao Ping. Info: (909) 652-6066.
Sept. 17 Planetarium Jamm, 7:15 p.m., Sept. 17, Chaffey College Planetarium. This open mic night event features music, spoken word performances and video art. Info: (909) 652-6066.
Sept. 23 to Nov. 23 These Creatures, Sept. 23 to Nov. 23, Wignall Museum of Contemporary Art. The exhibition is focused on women and their representation in the world. Presented by Chaffey College and the Wignall Museum of Contemporary Art. Info: Roman Stollenwert at (909) 652-6490 or roman.stollenwerk@chaffey.edu. Reception: 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Sept. 10, Wignall Museum of Contemporary Art.
Aug. 28 Convocation, 11:45 a.m. to 1:10 p.m., Aug. 28, Sports Science and Athletic Pavilion. Celebrate the beginner of the University of La Verne’s 128th academic year.
Aug. 29 College of Law Welcome Back Celebration, 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Aug. 29, College of Law North Lawn.
Sept. 2 Latinx Heritage Month, throughout September, Wilson Library.
Sept. 3 La Verne Academy Lecture Series, noon to 1 p.m., Sept. 3, Executive Dining Room. Join us every Tuesday for an hour of information, education, and research from the University’s most accomplished faculty.
Oct. 18-20 Homecoming Weekend, Oct. 18-20. Join us for a weekend celebrating the University’s rich history of education. In a series of events, including a football game, tailgate, fun run and street fair, the Leo family will commemorate its 128th year. For more information and to register, visit https://thespot.laverne.edu.
Oct. 18 The Randall Lewis Center for Well-Being and Research Dedication and Grand Opening, 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m., Oct. 18, University of La Verne. The center will feature gathering and collaboration spaces, research and assessment lab, fitness space, locker rooms, two well-being studios, director’s office, and a wellbeing plaza. For more info, contact Ashley Vanga at avanga@laverne.edu.
Homecoming Friday Night Kickoff Party and Awards Reception, 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., University Quad. The Leo Family will kick off the Homecoming festivities with an exciting party and alumni awards reception. For more information and to register, visit https://thespot.laverne.edu.
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