Staff Reports
UPCOMING EVENTS:
City of Hope Blood Drive
When: Thurs., Oct. 16, 12:45 to 7 p.m.
Where: Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church and School, Gymnasium, 23300 Golden Springs Drive, Diamond Bar.
Contact: Call (909) 861-2740 for appointments, and be sure to bring your ID to the event.
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
When: October 17, 18, 24, and 25. All shows are at 7 p.m.
Where: Diamond Bar High School Theatre, 21400 E. Pathfinder Road, Diamond Bar.
Details: The Diamond Bar High School Theatre Arts Department will stage Shakespeare’s play in a contemporary setting, the love-peace movement of the late 1960s. Tickets may be purchased online at www.seatyourself.biz/dbhsdrama (Adults $11/Students $9), or at the door (Adults $13/Students $11).
Alumni Day at Mt. SAC
When: Saturday, October 18, 1 to 9 p.m.
Where: Mt. San Antonio College
Details: Celebrate Mt. SAC’s more than one million alumni with a full day of activities including a presentation by alumnae Kim and Ericka Harrison, famed television writers for “Criminal Minds” and the new hit show “How to Get Away with Murder;” agriculture and wildlife sanctuary tours; planetarium shows; and a music faculty concert in the Feddersen Recital Hall. The day’s event will be capped off with the top-ranked Mt. SAC football team taking on Citrus College at 6 p.m., preceded by a pre-game fly-over by the college’s nationally respected flying team and a reception with a barbecue, music, and lots of Mountie spirit.
Contact: Call (909) 274-5443, or visit mtsac.edu/alumni/alumniday.
42nd Annual Rowland Heights Buckboard Parade and Festival
When: Saturday, October 18, 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast – 7 a.m., at Bell Memorial Church (1747 Nogales Street, Rowland Heights, $5 per person; Parade – 9 a.m., at the corner of Nogales and Colima, concluding at Rowland Heights County Park; Festival – 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the park.
Details: The parade will feature a variety of local school bands and student performance groups, community organizations, equestrian groups, floats, and the Wells Fargo Stage Coach. The Family Festival will have more than 45 booths offering handmade arts and crafts, food, community information and services.
Contact: Visit www.buckboarddaysparade.org, or email buckboardparade@hotmail.com.
World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra Concert and Dinner
When: Saturday, Oct. 19; 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Dinner at 5 p.m.
Where: Walnut High School Performing Arts Center, 400 N. Pierre Road, Walnut
Details: The Walnut High School Jazz Orchestra will share the stage with the legendary Glenn Miller Orchestra for an evening of musical memories. There will also be a BBQ dinner in between shows. Proceeds from this very special event will benefit the Walnut High School Instrumental Music Department. All seats $30; BBQ Dinner $15
Contact: For more information call, (909) 594-BAND; for tickets visit http://www.seatyourself.biz/walnutmusic.
Bark For Life 5K
When: Saturday, October 18, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Boys Republic High School, 1907 Boys Republic Drive, Chino Hills
Details: The American Cancer Society Bark For Life honors the care-giving qualities of canine companions. Bring your best Canine Friend and join the non-competitive walk around the track, followed by demos, games, contests, awards and dog adoptions. $25 per dog; $5 per person. Raise funds and awareness in the fight against cancer.
Contact: Visit www.relayforlife.org/barkchinoca, or email Jennifer Rudin at bflchinoeventchair@gmail.com.
Annual Ghoster Park Halloween Hunt
When: Saturday, October 25, 7 to 10 p.m.
Where: Galster Park, 1620 E. Aroma Drive, West Covina
Details: The City of West Covina and the San Gabriel Mountains Regional Conservancy dare you to be scared at a night of spooky fun! Brave men will cry out for their ‘mummies’ on the Trail of Terror. There will also be Halloween activities, a costume contest, and other Halloween-inspired events. This is a free family event for the entire community.
Contact: Call the Community Services Department at (626) 919-6966, or visit http://www.westcovina.org
Free Intervention Information Sessions
When: Third Tuesday of each month, 6 p.m.
Where: Charter Oak Hospital, 1161 E. Covina Blvd., Covina
Details: Free information sessions about the intervention process, a powerful tool to combat alcoholism and addition. Open to the public, space is limited and reservations are recommended.
Contact: Aurora Charter Oak Hospital, (626) 859-5269, or visit http://www.charteroakhospital.com.
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.
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
DB Community Garden Space
When: Ongoing; daylight hours.
Where: United Church of Christ, 2335 S. Diamond Bar Blvd., Diamond Bar
Details: The Diamond Bar United Church of Christ is progressing on their Community Garden space, located behind the church. Residents interested in developing their own garden space, or helping with this project, are encouraged to visit the Labyrinth on the hilltop. This is also a wonderful location for reflection, and enjoying some peaceful moments in your day.
Contact: Susanne Potter, (909) 861-4735, or visit http://www.diamondbarucc.org.
