Things to do in San Bernardino County – Welcome to San Bernardino County

This section focuses on family-friendly events that are sponsored by county departments including the County Library, County Museum, Regional Parks and more.

Code Enforcement schedules free disposal event 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 date and locations:

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.

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.

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, March 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.

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.

Reel in some cash prizes at Mojave Narrows Regional Park’s annual trout derby

A rainbow trout splashes out of a lake. — *Regional Parks one-day derby will award $1,000 in cash for the top-heaviest fish caught, $500 for second place and $250 for third place.*

Join Regional Parks on Saturday, March 7, from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. for our annual trout derby at Mojave Narrows Regional Park. Gates open at 6:30 a.m. and pre-paid derby fees are encouraged. Derby fees are $20 per person and $15 per vehicle. A fishing license is required for all participants ages 16 years and older.

Participants will receive a wristband and packet with derby entry forms and rules. The derby is rain or shine, and no refunds will be given.

Regional Parks will have a weigh-in station available and encourage participants to allow plenty of time to weigh and enter their fish prior to the 1 p.m. cutoff time.

Derby cash prizes will be awarded for:

First place: $1,000
Second place: $500
Third place: $250

Winners do not need to be present to claim their prize(s). Winners will be announced at approximately 1:15 p.m. at the Regional Parks weigh-in station area.

To pre-pay, visit the reservation website.

Mojave Narrows Regional Park is located at 18000 Yates Rd. in Victorville. Park hours are 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.

Trout is stocked weekly on Thursdays with 830 pounds of trout. For the derby, 1,660 lbs. of trout, including lightning trout, will be stocked on Friday, March 6. The lakes will be closed to public fishing on Friday, March 6, and will reopen to the public after the derby ends.

For seasonal stocking dates and fishing license information, visit parks.sbcounty.gov/park-fishing. For derby forms, park map and rules, visit parks.sbcounty.gov/fishing-derby.

Follow Regional Parks on Facebook and Instagram to stay connected to the latest news and events.

Additional County Update News – Feb. 12, 2026