Family Fish & Wildlife Festival returns to Prado Regional Park June 7
Join Regional Parks for the 4th annual Family Fish & Wildlife Festival at Prado Regional Park on Saturday, June 7, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The festival is a family-friendly event that provides hands-on fishing workshops with fishing supplies provided, live demonstrations, animal exhibits, food booths, live music and more.
Activities include archery lessons, games, face painting, arts & crafts, biking and more.
We encourage eventgoers to bring their own chairs, food and snacks and spend the day with us. Food trucks will be on-site for hungry appetites as well.
All ages are welcome! Leashed pets are welcome too!
Park admission is $15 per vehicle and free for those camping with us. Camping reservations can be made online at www.sbcountyparks.com.
Prado Regional Park is located at 16700 S. Euclid Ave., Chino.
For more information, visit parks.sbcounty.gov and follow us on Facebook and Instagram for event updates.
County shelters celebrate California Adopt-a-Pet with free adoptions
On Saturday, June 7, San Bernardino County’s animal shelters in Big Bear and Devore will join more than 150 shelters across California in offering fee-waived adoptions as part of the second annual California Adopt-a-Pet Day. The event is hosted by the California Animal Welfare Association (CalAnimals), the San Francisco Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SF SPCA), and the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA). This year’s goal is to place 5,000 pets into loving homes statewide.
The Devore Animal Shelter will host a special celebration featuring free pet adoptions all day, a photo booth, vendor and resource tables (10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.), and Kona Ice available for purchase—with free treats for the first 30 adopters (11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.).
All pet adoptions include spay/neuter, microchip and most vaccines.
Both Devore and Big Bear animal shelters are open from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. on June 7.
To learn more about the adoption process, please visit animalcare.sbcounty.gov. Follow San Bernardino County Animal Care on Facebook and Instagram.
Child Support Service representatives will be at the Joshua Tree Community Resource Fair
On Wednesday, June 11, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Child Support professionals will be at the Joshua Tree Community Resource Fair to meet with you! At the event, we will be available to help you open a new case, make case modifications, learn how to qualify for the debt reduction program, and answer case-specific questions.
The following community resources will also be available to assist:
- HEAP – Assistance with utility bills
- VITA – Tax preparation assistance (by appointment or first come, first served)
- Valley Star Behavioral Health – Mental health-enhanced case management
- Morongo Unified School District – Instructional services, community presentation, registration for students
- Red Cross – Emergency preparedness
Neighborhood Cleanup in Lytle Creek
San Bernardino County Code Enforcement and the Solid Waste Management Division
will be providing bulky trash collection containers for the FREE disposal of accumulated trash, e-waste, tires, and on-site confidential document shredding for unincorporated residents only. No business materials will be accepted. Free disposal services will end at noon or when the equipment is full.
- This program is limited to residents of unincorporated county areas.
- We cannot accept commercial or industrial waste from businesses. Please remember to safely secure and properly cover your loads prior to traveling to the event.
- If you are bringing waste tires, please limit your load to a maximum of nine tires. (State law prohibits hauling of more than nine tires, unless an exemption is granted. Please call us for more information.) Tires on rims WILL be accepted.
PLEASE NOTE: YOU ARE REQUIRED TO UNLOAD YOUR OWN WASTE MATERIALS.
If you have oversized, loose or hard-to-handle loads, you may be turned away to dispose of your waste materials at your own expense.
WE WILL ACCEPT household trash, bulky items, green waste and vehicle tires, (we DO NOT accept concrete).
The Urban Conservation Corps will be present to accept electronics (TVs, computer monitors, VCRs, stereos, cell phones and more)
WE CANNOT ACCEPT HAZARDOUS WASTE. This includes motor oil and oil filters, antifreeze, gasoline, drain cleaner, pesticides, fertilizers, fluorescent lights, wood preservatives, pool and hobby supplies, auto/furniture polish, paint thinners, paint products, medications or similar products.
For current information, locations, and times for the disposal of Household Hazardous Waste, please call the Household Hazardous Waste Program at 800-645-9228 or 909-382-5401.
When: Saturday, June 14, 2025
8 a.m. – noon (or earlier if equipment fills up)
Where: 1209 Lytle Creek Rd. – west side of Lytle Creek Rd. (across from the Ranger Station).
If you have questions regarding this event, please call Land Use Services staff analyst, De Leon Luna at 909-383-2133.
Give a pet a loving home – Adopt at Petco in Big Bear Lake
San Bernardino County Animal Care is teaming up with national nonprofit Petco Love to bring adoptable pets to the Big Bear Lake Petco on Saturday, June 14, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Thanks to the Animals aRe First Fund, adoption fees are fully sponsored for this event. All qualifying adoptions include spay or neuter, microchipping and most vaccines—at no cost to the adopter.
“There’s never been a better time to adopt,” said George Harding, chief of San Bernardino County Animal Care. “Our shelters are full of incredible pets waiting for a second chance.”
The event is part of Petco Love’s ongoing mission to create a world where every shelter pet finds a loving home. Since its founding, Petco Love has helped nearly 7 million pets find families through partnerships with organizations like San Bernardino County Animal Care.
When: Saturday, June 14, from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Where: Petco, 42150 Big Bear Blvd., Big Bear Lake
Visit animalcare.sbcounty.gov to learn more.
Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk Josie Gonzales partners with California Secretary of State for Apostille Pop-Up Shop
Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk (ARC) Josie Gonzales is proud to announce a first-time collaboration with the California Secretary of State (SOS) to bring an Apostille Pop-Up Shop directly to county residents on Wednesday, June 25, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Hall of Records in San Bernardino. Free parking will be available on-site.
An apostille is an official certificate issued by the California Secretary of State that verifies the authenticity of a public document for use in foreign countries. Apostilles are commonly required for international legal proceedings, adoptions and other official matters.
This service is typically only available in person at the California Secretary of State’s offices in Los Angeles and Sacramento. Thanks to this special one-day partnership, residents of San Bernardino County can now access this vital service locally, saving time and travel.
“We are excited to bring this important service closer to our community,” said Gonzales. “This collaboration with the Secretary of State’s office allows us to better serve our residents with more accessible government services, right here in San Bernardino.”
“One of the most important aspects of my role as California’s Secretary of State is ensuring that the services we provide are accessible, efficient, and customer-friendly for everyone. A perfect example of this commitment is our innovative Apostille Pop-Up Shops program, which has been a game-changer for so many Californians,” said California Secretary of State Shirley N Weber, Ph.D., “I am proud to continue these efforts with a stop in San Bernardino County, bringing government closer to the people it serves.”
Event details:
When: Wednesday, June 25, from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Where: Hall of Records, 222 W. Hospitality Ln., 1st Floor, San Bernardino, CA 92415
Parking: Free
Accepted forms of payment: Visa, Mastercard, check and money order.
***Cash will not be accepted***
Note: Due to the expected high turnout for this one-day event, regular Recorder-Clerk services will be limited. Customers are strongly encouraged to plan accordingly and book appointments for regular Recorder-Clerk services ahead of the event.
In order to be served, customers must be in line by 3:59 p.m. Only those in line by 4 p.m. will be assisted.
To ensure a smooth experience, residents are encouraged to review apostille requirements and document preparation tips in advance by visiting sos.ca.gov/notary/request-apostille.
Come ‘Chill with Us This Summer’ at the San Bernardino County Museum
This summer, beat the heat and make cool memories at the San Bernardino County Museum with engaging activities, sweet frozen treats, and fun for the whole family. Whether you’re a family on summer break, a curious explorer, or simply looking for a breezy weekend escape, the museum has something for everyone to enjoy.
From engaging educational experiences to refreshing frozen treats, visitors can enjoy a lineup of activities designed to entertain, inspire and yes — keep you cool.
Highlights include:
- Hands-on STEAM lab art activities
Get creative in our indoor and outdoor STEAM Lab spaces with hands-on art activities for all ages. Our lab offers multisensory arts experiences that emphasize self-expression and experimentation with science-inspired crafts, kids and kids at heart can take home their own mini masterpieces. - Cart talk Saturdays
Join us every Saturday in July for cart talks where our education team and volunteers will be highlighting our fascinating artifacts, specimens, and hands-on demos throughout the museum. Get up close and personal with your local natural and cultural history — please ask all the questions you’ve been wondering about! - Bring your picnic lunches and play lawn games
Relax in our shaded outdoor courtyard with your own picnic lunch and enjoy the museum’s tranquil desert gardens, a historic train, and mining exhibits. Picnic tables are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Families will also have the opportunity to play corn hole and other super-sized lawn games. - Frozen treats & cool surprises
What’s summer without a little something cool and refreshing? Keep an eye out for pop-up frozen treat vendors on select weekends!
Come chill with us — and make this summer one to remember!
The San Bernardino County Museum is located at 2024 Orange Tree Lane, at the California Street exit from Interstate 10 in Redlands. The museum is open Tuesday through Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. General admission is $10 (adult), $8 (military or senior), $7 (student), and $5 (child ages 6 to 12). Children five and under are admitted free. Museum members receive a 50% admission discount. Parking is free and the museum is accessible to people with disabilities.
The San Bernardino County Museum’s exhibits of regional, cultural and natural history and the Museum’s other exciting events and programs reflect the effort by the Board of Supervisors to achieve the Countywide Vision by celebrating arts, culture and education in the county, creating quality of life for residents and visitors.
Equestrian Center hosts Children’s Equine Education Days
Enroll your child to learn more about horses at the Prado Park Equestrian Center’s Equine Education Days event.
Alt text: Children pet pony at a park. A woman holding a baby pet horse. A diagram depicts different parts of a horse, and horseshoes lie on gravel. Prado Park Equestrian Center Children’s Equine Education Days, $35/2 hours-ages 12 and under.
The Prado Equestrian Center is hosting a unique experience for kids ages 12 and under to spend a day on the ranch learning all about horses! Kids will have a chance to learn how to groom, feed and interact with a horse.
Dates include:
- July 13
- Sept. 7
- Dec. 28
This event will be a fun introduction to horses and equestrian life for the whole family. Children will also get to paint their own horseshoe to take home as well as a certificate of completion.
A session is $35 for two (2) hours. The Prado Park Equestrian Center (PPEC) is located inside Prado Regional Park. The Equestrian Center’s entrance is located at 16629 Johnson Ave., Chino.
To reserve your spot, please email pradoequestriancenter@gmail.com or visit their website at pradoequestrian.com.
Additional County Update News – June 5, 2025
- Tell us why you love San Bernardino County for a chance to win a Regional Parks annual pass
- June is Monsoon Awareness Week – Be prepared, stay safe
- ICEMA and CONFIRE Team up for a better 911 Response
- Annual defensible space inspections begin in mountain communities this June
- Operation Spring Cleaning: San Bernardino County Probation Joins National Effort to Protect Children and Enforce Supervision Compliance
- 37th annual MDT conference draws record attendance and praise
- Preschool Services honors 12 dedicated fathers in Fatherhood FIRE graduation ceremony
- Celebrating foster families: San Bernardino County’s caregiver appreciation events
- County Animal Care launches Pet Foster Program
- San Bernardino County Development Services hosts open house in Fontana
- County Library Invites the Community to join Tales of Enchantment Through Summer Reading
- San Bernardino County destinations: Colorado River in Needles
- Call for submissions: Share your favorite San Bernardino County destinations
- San Bernardino County history: Big Bear Lake and Dam
- Things to do in San Bernardino County
- Pet of the Week: Meet Boone!