Staff Reports
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Free ESL and Citizenship Classes
When: Monday through Thursday, 9 to 11 a.m.; or Monday through Thursday, 6 to 9 p.m.
Where: 2100 Lerona Avenue, Rowland Heights
Details: Rowland Adult & Community Education is now offering free English as a Second Language and Citizenship courses to adult students this summer due to a grant received from the Majestic Reality Foundation in the City of Industry.
Contact: Call (626) 965-5975, or visit http://race.rowland.k12.ca.us.
Vacation Bible School
When: July 7 – 11, 6 to 8 p.m. (optional meal at 5:15 p.m.)
Where: Faith Lutheran Church, 505 East Bonita Avenue, San Dimas
Details: Wilderness Escape: Where God Guides and Provides. Cost is $25 per student, with scholarships and family discounts available.
Contact: Sam Kamler, (909) 599-1689, or visit http://www.faithsd.net
Mt. Calvary Lutheran Summer Kids’ Day Camp
When: Monday, Now through Wednesday, August 20; 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church & Schools, 23300 Golden Springs Dr., Diamond Bar 91765 Details: A fun, safe, Christian environment for your school age children. Kids’ camp is a summer day camp program based on fun, personal and spiritual growth, and the celebration of God’s Word through various activities, field trips, and daily devotions. All children ages 5 – 12 are invited to attend. Check out the Mt. Calvary Lutheran website for more information about daily activities, registration, and fees.
Diamond Bar Concert/Movie Series
When: Wednesday evenings, June 18 – August 13; 6:30 p.m.
Where: Sycamore Canyon Park, 22930 Golden Springs Drive
Details: Free admission and free parking
- Jun 18: Neon Nation (80s Tribute); The Little Mermaid.
- Jun 25: Doo-Wah Riders (Country): Monsters University.
- Jul 09: The Skinny Little Twits (Rock); Frozen.
- Jul 16: Retro Soul (Dance); Honey, I Shrunk the Kids.
- Jul 23: The Answer (Classic Rock); The Great and Powerful Oz.
- Jul 30: Box Car 7 (Blues, R&B); Free Birds.
- Aug 06: Cold Ducks (70s Tribute); The Lego Movie.
- Aug 13: Little Lies Band (Fleetwood Mac Tribute); Despicable Me 2
Contact: http://www.ci.diamond-bar.ca.us
Chino Youth Museum Family-Friendly Programs
When: Now through August 2014
Where: 13191 Sixth Street, Downtown Chino; Tuesday – Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Nominal fees.
Details: There are some amazing events taking place this summer, from art projects and entertainment, to edible art creations and Kids Night Out. Enjoy special activities like You & Me Time, Beat the Heat cool activities, and special day Museum Birthday Parties.
Contact: (909) 334-3270 to find out more about the summer-fun schedule.
4th of July Celebration
When: Friday, July 4; beginning at 5 p.m. (fireworks at 9 p.m.)
Where: Lorbeer Middle School, 501 Diamond Bar Blvd.; Diamond Bar.
Details: A patriotic celebration beginning with a musical performance by Bumptown (Top 40s Latin Band), and ending with a 25-minute fireworks spectacular at 9 p.m. Free parking and admission. Blankets or low-height beach chairs are encouraged for lawn seating. Bring a picnic dinner or purchase concessions from local vendors.
WEEKLY EVENTS:
Bookstore Blowout
Where: Twice Sold Tale Bookstore located at the Walnut Library, La Puente Road, Walnut CA 91789
When: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m., Fridays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Details: All books and media: Any four items for $1 ($1 minimum purchase).
Contact: (909) 595-0757 or email the.walnut.library@mac.com.
Resources for the Classroom Days at Basically BOOKS
When: Second Tuesday of every month.
Where: Basically BOOKS locations: at 23447 Golden Springs Road, Diamond Bar and at the Diamond Bar Library: 21800 Copley Drive, Diamond Bar.
Details: Books and education videos will be offered at special discounts for teachers at all levels. Teachers can sign up at either Basically BOOKS locations or email BasicallyBOOKS@aol.com to join these special teacher appreciation afternoons.
Free Acupuncture for Veterans, Active Military, First Responders
When: Every Tuesday at 5 p.m.
Where: 12598 Central Avenue, Unit 113, Chino, CA 91710.
Cost: Free
Contact: (909) 590-4183 or http://www.healingcirclecommunityacupuncture.com
Jack Newe’s Farmers Market sponsored by SGV Regional Chamber of Commerce
When: Every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Mt. San Antonio College Campus, Parking Lot B, 1100 N. Grand Avenue, Walnut CA 91789
Cost: Free Admission/Parking
Features: Seasonal organic produce, breads and cakes, olive oils, cheese and spreads, a variety of nursery plants, hand-crafted items and jewelry, fresh-popped Kettle Corn and grilled food plates.
Contact: (909) 869-0701
