Staff Reports
UPCOMING EVENTS:
“A Family Reunion To Die For”
When: Saturday, Oct. 25; Saturday, Nov. 1; Dinner 6 p.m., Show 7 p.m.
Where: Walnut High School Multi-Purpose Room, 400 N. Pierre Road, Walnut
Details: All seats $15 to enjoy a comedy murder mystery and taco dinner (with all the trimmings, drinks and dessert). Tickets must be purchased at least one day in advance. Presented by the Walnut High School Drama Department.
Contact: For information and reservations, call Joanne Karr, (909) 594-1333, ext. 34212
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 www.westcovina.org
Haunted House
When: Thurs., Oct. 30 and Fri., Oct. 31; 6 to 9 p.m.
Where: Heritage Community Center, 2900 S. Brea Canyon Road, Diamond Bar
Details: Scary good fun for willing victims whose objective will be to find the exit! $5 per person; not recommended for children younger than 8 years of age.
Contact: For more information, call (909) 839-7070; coupons available at www.diamondbar.ca.gov/hhh.
23rd Annual Scholarship Tree of Lights Fundraiser
When: Thurs., Oct. 30 through Thurs., Nov. 20; and Dec. 4 – 5; noon to 4 p.m.
Where: Von’s Market, 350 N. Lemon Avenue, Walnut
Details: The Walnut Valley Women’s Club announces it will be selling lights for $5, and ornaments for $10. All proceeds go toward scholarships for 2014 graduates from Walnut and Nogales High Schools.
Fall Fun Festival
When: Fri., Oct. 31; 4:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Heritage Park, 2900 S. Brea Canyon Road, Diamond Bar
Details: Family fun for the little ones “too cute to spook,” ages 2 to 8. Games, prizes, candy, arts, crafts, photo ops and more, admission is $5 per child and includes ten games or crafts; admission is free for accompanying adults.
Contact: For more information, call (909) 839-7070.
Mostly Ghostly
When: Fri., Oct. 31, 6 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Walnut Senior Center Parking Lot, 21215 La Puente Road, Walnut
Details: The perfect event for the entire family with fun carnival games, ‘touch of fright’ maze, and costume contest.
Slasher Studios Haunted Maze
When: Fri., Oct. 31 and Sat., Nov. 1; 7 to 9 p.m.
Where: Walnut Senior Center, 21215 La Puente Road, Walnut
Details: Walk through the movie sets for the chilliest thrill of your life, and find out if you will make the final cut. $3 per body (may not be suitable for young children); benefits go toward Walnut schools’ athletic programs.
After Halloween Lot Party
When: Sat., Nov. 1, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Where: Walnut Senior Center, 21215 La Puente Road, Walnut
Details: Live DJ, food trucks, games, movie (Disney’s Hocus Pocus), live performance from Team Millennia, Dance Contest. Cost is $5 pre-sale; $8 at the door (admission includes a trip through the Haunted Maze).
Connections To The Future
When: Thursday, Nov. 6; 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Where: Rowland High School, 2000 S. Otterbein Avenue, Rowland Heights
Details: Business and community leaders will help high school students learn how to network and practice their presentation skills at a special luncheon event. Organized and facilitated by senior students in the award-winning Career Certification Program at Nogales and Rowland High Schools. Henry DiCarlo, Meteorologist for KTLA-TV Morning News is the keynote speaker.
Contact: For more information visit http://careerpathways.rowland.k12.ca.us; Business Leaders wanting to participate should call (626) 854-8303.
50th Annual Home for the Holidays
When: Sun., Nov. 9, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: St. Lucy’s Priory High School, 655 W. Sierra Madre Ave., Glendora (Barranca and Grand Avenues).
Details: Shop, dine and be entertained at St. Lucy’s Priory High School’s Christmas Boutique. Visit the North Pole Food Court for gourmet offerings; enjoy live entertainment. All proceeds go toward supporting the school’s curriculum and operational needs. Event and parking are complimentary.
Contact: Call (626) 963-0017, or visit http://www.stlucys.com
Inland Pacific Ballet’s, The Nutcracker
When: Nov. 29 through Dec. 27
Where: Arcadia Performing Arts Center (188 Campus Drive, Arcadia), Nov. 29/30, 2 p.m.; Lewis Family Playhouse (12505 Cultural Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga), Dec. 6, 1 and 7 pm., Dec. 7, 1 p.m.; Pomona College’s Bridges Auditorium (450 North College Way, Claremont), Dec. 13/14/20/21; Fox Performing Arts Center (3801 Mission Inn Ave, Riverside), Dec 27, 2 and 7:30 p.m.
Details: The critically acclaimed Inland Pacific Ballet brings The Nutcracker story to life with dazzling sets, beautiful costumes, and nearly 100 dancers on stage – in four theatres! Tickets start at $38, with discounts available.
Contact: jpballet.org
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.
