This section focuses on family-friendly events that are sponsored by county departments including the County Library, County Museum, Regional Parks and more.
Create a crafty Valentine’s Day keepsake for that special someone at Glen Helen and Yucaipa Regional Parks
Whether you’re crafting for a friend, a family member, or just for fun, we’ve got plenty of materials and inspiration to help your imagination bloom on Saturday, Feb. 7 at Yucaipa and Glen Helen Regional Parks.
Join Regional Parks on Saturday, Feb. 7, at Yucaipa Regional Park from 10:30 a.m. to noon or at Glen Helen Regional Park from 2 to 3:30 p.m. for a hands-on activity making adorable Valentine’s Day cards or other sweet-themed decorations for that special someone.
Whether you’re crafting for a friend, a family member or just for fun, we’ve got plenty of materials and inspiration to help your imagination bloom. All supplies are provided while they last.
This activity is perfect for families, kids and anyone who enjoys a little heartfelt crafting in an outdoor setting. All ages are welcome. Pets are also welcome!
Come spend the day with us and enjoy our beautiful lakes, playgrounds and other amenities. Pack a lunch or come fishing, both Glen Helen and Yucaipa offer plenty of grills, picnic shelters, walking or biking paths and green open spaces to play ball.
Admission is $15 per vehicle and free for those camping at Yucaipa. Parks are open daily from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Glen Helen is located at 2555 Glen Helen Pkwy. in San Bernardino and Yucaipa is located at 33900 Oak Glen Road in Yucaipa.
For more information on Regional Parks, visit parks.sbcounty.gov, or follow parks on Facebook and Instagram to stay connected with the latest park news and events.
Kessler Park to host annual free Kite Day event with Supervisor Joe Baca, Jr.
This event is free, and all ages are welcome to build or bring their own kite.
Join Regional Parks at Kessler Park in Bloomington for Kite Day with Vice Chair and Fifth District Supervisor Joe Baca, Jr., on Saturday, Feb. 7, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. This event is free, and all ages are welcome to build or bring their own kite. Enjoy arts & crafts, games, music and giveaways with Bam from 104.7 Old School as well as food vendors.
Pre-register and get more info at parks.sbcounty.gov or call 909-677-0066. You can also register on-site at 10:30 a.m.
Kessler Park is located at 18401 Jurupa Ave. in Bloomington.
This event is sponsored by the office of Supervisor Joe Baca, Jr., San Bernardino County Regional Parks, Special Districts, the Bloomington Little League and The Olive Branch. See you at Kessler Park!
In the event of rain or adverse weather, Kite Day will be rescheduled to Saturday, Feb. 28 at the same time and location.
Venom Exhibit & Education reptile show comes to Prado and Cucamonga-Guasti Regional Parks
Learn more about venomous, non-venomous reptiles and invertebrates with Wild Man Dan on Saturday, Feb. 7 at Cucamonga-Guasti and Prado Regional Parks.
Join us at Prado Regional Park, Saturday, Feb. 7, from 10 a.m. to noon or at Cucamonga-Guasti from 2 to 4 p.m. for The Wild Man Dan Show, an in-person educational program designed to engage audiences with a hands-on learning experience with various types of reptiles and critters.
Attendees will have the unique opportunity to safely interact up close with a variety of venomous animals, non-venomous reptiles and invertebrates. Throughout the show, learn about the differences between snakes, lizards and more.
Bring the whole family, pack a lunch and explore the great outdoors before or after the show. All ages are welcome; even pets are welcome!
Admission is $15 per vehicle and free for those camping with us at Prado.
Prado Regional Park is located at 16700 S. Euclid Ave. in Chino and Cucamonga-Guasti Regional Park is located at 800 N. Archibald Ave. in Ontario. Park hours are 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
For more information on Regional Parks, visit parks.sbcounty.gov, or follow parks on Facebook and Instagram to stay connected with the latest park news and events.
Code Enforcement schedules free disposal events for valley residents
Code Enforcement and the Solid Waste Management Division will host a Community Cleanup event for residents of unincorporated areas only.
San Bernardino County Code Enforcement and the Solid Waste Management Division will be hosting free bulky item disposal events for residents of the county’s unincorporated areas. These events will provide containers within these specific communities for trash, e-waste, tires, and on-site confidential document shredding. No business or commercial materials will be accepted.
Residents are asked to secure and properly cover their loads before traveling to the site. Those bringing tires are limited to nine per load, in accordance with state law. Tires on rims will be accepted.
Participants must unload their own materials. Oversized or hard-to-handle loads may be turned away and directed to dispose of items at their own expense.
Accepted items include household trash, bulky items, green waste, and vehicle tires. Concrete will not be accepted. The Urban Conservation Corps will collect electronics such as TVs, computer monitors, VCRs, stereos, and cell phones.
Hazardous waste will not be accepted. Prohibited items include household and auto batteries, motor oil, antifreeze, gasoline, pesticides, fertilizers, fluorescent lights, pool chemicals, paint products, and medications.
For information on hazardous waste disposal locations and times, call the Household Hazardous Waste Program at 800-645-9228 or 909-382-5401.
Event dates and locations:
Feb. 7, 2026, Rialto
8 a.m. – noon
Riverside Outer E. (Between Country Club Drive and Rowan Ave. in Rialto)
Feb. 14, 2026, Colton
8 a.m. – noon
Location 1: West C St. (between Grand Ave. and N. Cypress Ave. in Colton)
Location 2: N. Cypress Ave. (North of W. Olive St. in Colton)
If you have questions regarding these events, please call Land Use Services Staff Analyst De Leon Luna at 909-383-2133.
Turning the page together: County Library launches Session 1 programs
Session 1 Programs and Events are officially launching at your local San Bernardino County Library.
Now through Feb. 15, doors are swinging open and the hum of activity is returning to neighborhood San Bernardino County Library branches with the launch of Session 1 — a new season of connection, curiosity and community. The latest lineup features a wide range of fun, free and educational programs designed to engage readers, learners and creators of all ages.
Each session offers fresh opportunities to explore, discover and connect. Families can enjoy early literacy programs and story times, teens can participate in creative challenges and technology workshops, and adults can join book discussions, attend lectures or explore hands-on maker and art activities.
Highlights of the season include:
- Storytimes and family reading events – Nurture early literacy and spark imagination in young readers.
- STEAM & Maker Programs – Encourage innovation through hands-on experiments and creative projects.
- Arts, crafts and cultural programs – Celebrate creativity and community through guided workshops.
- Special seasonal events – Join the fun with Love Your Library events featuring themed activities for all ages.
- Book clubs and craft activities – Engage in lively book discussions and explore creativity through hands-on projects.
“Libraries today are about access — access to information, resources and each other,” said County Library Program Coordinator Elizabeth Williams. “These programs bring people through our doors and remind them that the library belongs to everyone.”
As Session 1 gets underway, the message is clear: From toddlers discovering their first favorite book to adults mastering new technology, the County Library is opening its doors wide and inviting the community to take part. Program schedules and registration details are available at local branches and online, with offerings for nearly every age and interest.
For more information about the San Bernardino County Library system, visit library.sbcounty.gov, call 909-387-2220, or follow the County Library on Facebook or Instagram.
The San Bernardino County Library system is a dynamic network of 32 branch libraries serving a diverse population across a vast geographic area. The County Library is committed to providing equitable access to information, technology, programs and services for all San Bernardino County residents.
Code Enforcement to host community cleanup events in desert communities
Code Enforcement and the Solid Waste Management Division will host a Community Cleanup event for residents of unincorporated areas only.
San Bernardino County Code Enforcement and the Solid Waste Management Division will be hosting free bulky item disposal events for residents of the county’s unincorporated areas. These events will provide containers within these specific communities for trash, e-waste, tires, and on-site confidential document shredding. No business or commercial materials will be accepted.
Residents are asked to secure and properly cover their loads before traveling to the site. Those bringing tires are limited to nine per load, in accordance with state law. Tires on rims will be accepted.
Participants must unload their own materials. Oversized or hard-to-handle loads may be turned away and directed to dispose of items at their own expense.
Accepted items include household trash, bulky items, green waste, and vehicle tires. Concrete will not be accepted. The Urban Conservation Corps will collect electronics such as TVs, computer monitors, VCRs, stereos, and cell phones.
Hazardous waste will not be accepted. Prohibited items include household and auto batteries, motor oil, antifreeze, gasoline, pesticides, fertilizers, fluorescent lights, pool chemicals, paint products, and medications.
For information on hazardous waste disposal locations and times, call the Household Hazardous Waste Program at 800-645-9228 or 909-382-5401.
Event dates and locations:
Feb. 21, 2026, Morongo Valley
8 a.m. – noon
Covington Park Community Center, 11165 Vale Drive in Morongo Valley
Feb. 28, 2026, Newberry Springs
8 a.m. – noon
Springs Senior/Family Center, 33383 Newberry Springs Road in Newberry Springs
Feb. 28, 2026, Daggett
Daggett Community Services District, 33703 Second St. in Daggett
8 a.m. – noon
If you have questions regarding this event, please call Land Use Services Staff Analyst De Leon Luna at 909-383-2133.
Read, catch, repeat: Join the Pokémon challenge at County Library
Level up your reading game all month long this February! Join the San Bernardino County Library adventure and Read to Catch ‘Em All!
Pokémon trainers, get ready to power up your reading skills! The San Bernardino County Library is inviting readers of all ages to embark on a month-long Pokémon adventure with Read to Catch ’Em All — a reading challenge that rewards participants for checking out library items while adding a spark of Pokémon fun to your library visits.
From Feb. 1-28, participants who check out 30 items will receive a Pokéball with a mystery Pokémon character inside — a surprise for every aspiring Pokémon Master! Supplies are limited, so don’t wait too long to catch yours.
That’s not all! Trainers who reach their checkout goal will also earn an opportunity drawing ticket for a chance to win a giant plush Pokémon. Plush prizes vary by branch, and with 32 library branches across the county, there’s a Pokémon for every reader to “catch ’em all.”
“Whether you’re a Pikachu fan or a Charmander enthusiast, this program sparks excitement for reading while letting kids and families experience the thrill of a Pokémon adventure,” said County Library Program Coordinator Elizabeth Williams. “We can’t wait to see our readers level up their skills and catch some fun along the way.”
No need for a Pokédex — just visit your local library, check out items and start your journey to become a reading Pokémon Master!
For more information about the San Bernardino County Library system, visit library.sbcounty.gov, call 909-387-2220 or follow us on Facebook or Instagram.
The San Bernardino County Library system is a dynamic network of 32 branch libraries that serve a diverse population over a vast geographic area. The County Library strives to provide equal access to information, technology, events and services for all people who call San Bernardino County home.
County Library and Inland Empire 66ers team up to help readers “Hit the Books”
Step up to the plate, readers! The San Bernardino County Library, in partnership with the Inland Empire 66ers, invites you to participate in the Hit the Books Reading Program. Enhance your literacy skills and join the fun from Jan. 26 to Mar. 6.
The San Bernardino County Library is stepping up to the plate with the Inland Empire 66ers of San Bernardino in a winning new partnership designed to knock childhood literacy out of the park. The Hit the Books Reading Program will run Monday, Jan. 26 through Friday, Mar. 6, giving readers a chance to turn pages into baseball tickets.
The program invites children and teens ages 0–17 to round the bases of reading success. For every five books read and logged in Beanstack, the County Library’s digital reading app, along with a checkout receipt showing five books borrowed from the library, participants will earn a special Hit the Books bookmark, their official ticket to the big leagues. Each bookmark can be redeemed for two free Inland Empire 66ers baseball game tickets at the ticket office.
“This partnership is a home run for families,” said County Library Program Coordinator Elizabeth Williams. “By pairing reading with America’s favorite pastime, we’re showing kids that opening a book can be just as exciting as cheering from the stands.”
Readers can earn up to three bookmarks per person during the program, giving them multiple chances to score a free game-day experience. There’s no purchase necessary, and bookmarks cannot be combined with any other offer. All bookmarks earned during the program must be redeemed by Aug. 30, 2026.
Library staff will distribute bookmarks at County Library branches throughout the program period, helping young readers keep track of their progress as they swing through storybooks, chapter books and beyond.
With every book completed, participants move one step closer to crossing home plate — proof that when it comes to reading, everyone can be part of a winning team.
For more information about the San Bernardino County Library system, visit library.sbcounty.gov, call 909-387-2220 or follow us on Facebook or Instagram.
The San Bernardino County Library system is a dynamic network of 32 branch libraries that serve a diverse population over a vast geographic area. The County Library strives to provide equal access to information, technology, events and services for all people who call San Bernardino County home.
Prado Regional Park’s Equestrian Center brings back popular Equine Education Day for kids
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:
A two-hour session from 9-11 a.m.
- Sunday, Feb. 22
- Sunday, April 26
- Sunday, May 24
- Sunday, July 26
- Sunday, Aug. 23
- Sunday, Oct. 25
This is a fun introduction to horses and equestrian life for the whole family to enjoy! All children will also get to paint their own horseshoe to take home as well as a certificate of completion.
Each session is $35 for two hours, from 9-11 a.m. The Prado Park Equestrian Center is located inside Prado Regional Park. The Equestrian Center’s entrance is located at 16629 Johnson Ave., Chino.
To reserve your spot, email pradoequestriancenter@gmail.com or visit their website at pradoequestrian.com.
Calling all artists: Show your love of reading in the County Library bookmark contest
Ready to splash some color into the literary world? Get your creative juices flowing for the San Bernardino County Library’s Design a Bookmark Contest! Scribble, draw, and dream big for 2026.
The San Bernardino County Library is calling all young artists! The 2026 Bookmark Design Contest gives students the opportunity to showcase their creativity and celebrate their love of reading while seeing their artwork shared across the county.
Open to students in grades K–12, the contest invites participants to submit original bookmark artwork that reflects their imagination and passion for reading. Winning designs will be professionally printed and distributed at all 32 County branch libraries, allowing students to share their creativity with the broader community.
How to participate
- Students may download and print the submission form from the SBCL website.
- Pick up a printed submission form at any of the 32 branch libraries.
Submission instructions
All hard-copy submissions must be delivered in person to a library branch or mailed to SBCL Administration, Attn: Bookmark Contest, 268 W. Hospitality Ln., 3rd Fl., San Bernardino, CA 92415, and received by 5 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 27.
Winners will be selected based on creativity, originality and overall design quality.
Schools, teachers and families are encouraged to share this opportunity with students and participate countywide.
“This contest is a wonderful way to inspire young people to express their creativity while celebrating the joy of reading,” said County Library Program Coordinator Elizabeth Williams. “We look forward to seeing the incredible talent of students from across San Bernardino County and sharing their work with our library community.”
For more information about the San Bernardino County Library system, visit library.sbcounty.gov, call 909-387-2220 or follow the County Library on Facebook or Instagram.
Additional County Update News – February 5, 2026
- Targeted Crime Suppression—Operation Smash and Grab
- Multiagency operation combats human trafficking
- County mourns passing of Sgt. Grant Ward
- Groundhog Day: A reminder to stay prepared
- Advancing Community Care: Where medical leadership meets community impact
- Love written in the stars at Galaxy Nights – Valentine’s Edition
- Black Renaissance opens at the San Bernardino County Museum
- California Days returns to Calico Ghost Town Feb. 14-15
- Complete the County Update survey by Feb. 13
- Call for photo and video submissions: Share your favorite county destinations
- San Bernardino County destinations: Deep Creek Trailhead
- San Bernardino County history: Helendale
- Pet of the Week: Reign