This section focuses on family-friendly events that are sponsored by county departments including the County Library, County Museum, Regional Parks and more.
County Library unveils a renewed space for reading and connection at Montclair Branch with ribbon cutting ceremony
A fresh new chapter is beginning at the Montclair Branch Library.
The San Bernardino County Library invites the community to celebrate the reopening of the newly refreshed Montclair Branch Library during a ribbon cutting ceremony on Monday, Nov. 9, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The celebration will give residents an opportunity to be among the first to explore improvements designed to create a more welcoming, comfortable and functional library experience. Updates include a new interior layout, updated flooring and new study rooms, providing customers with refreshed spaces to read, study, connect and learn.
“Our libraries continue to evolve alongside the communities they serve, and these improvements reflect our commitment to creating spaces where residents feel welcome and inspired,” said County Librarian Melanie Orosco. “We are excited to reopen the Montclair Branch and welcome families back to a refreshed space where they can read, learn and connect for years to come.”
The free celebration will offer something for the whole family, including craft stations, face painting, balloon artistry and a special circulation incentive encouraging visitors to explore the library’s collection while enjoying the festivities.
The reopening represents more than a refreshed physical space. It continues the county’s commitment to investing in library environments that support literacy, education and lifelong learning while responding to the changing needs of the communities they serve.
Whether returning to a familiar favorite or discovering the branch for the first time, residents are invited to turn the page and see what’s new at the Montclair Branch Library.
The ribbon cutting celebration will take place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, Nov. 9, at the Montclair Branch Library, 9955 Fremont Ave. The event is free and open to the public.
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.
County Library celebrates November with Family Fun Basket Giveaway
Reading together could lead to a little extra family fun this November as the San Bernardino County Library celebrates Family Literacy Month with its Family Fun Basket Incentive, offering customers a chance to win one of four themed prize baskets.
From Nov. 1-30, customers who check out 30 items from any San Bernardino County Library branch can present their checkout receipt to staff to receive an opportunity drawing entry. Customers can then select one of four themed baskets they would like a chance to win.
Each basket combines books with activities, games and other surprises designed to encourage families to read, explore and spend time together:
- Once Upon an Adventure – A fantasy-inspired collection for families ready to escape into imaginative worlds and embark on their next reading adventure.
- Dreamy Reads – A cozy collection featuring bedtime stories, comforting activities and a tent perfect for creating a special family reading nook.
- Ready, Set, Game! – A gaming-inspired collection packed with books, games and family-friendly entertainment for the gamers in the household.
- Passport to Reading – An around-the-world adventure featuring books, activities and discoveries that encourage families to explore new places and cultures together.
“Family Literacy Month is a wonderful opportunity to remind families that reading together can be both meaningful and fun,” said Library Program Coordinator Elizabeth Williams. “Whether families are discovering a new story, playing a game or exploring the world together, these baskets are designed to extend that sense of discovery beyond the library and into the home.”
The November incentive builds on the success of the library’s previous Family Fun Basket Giveaway while continuing to encourage customers to explore the wide variety of books and materials available across the County Library system.
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.
Community cleanup event in Muscoy
San Bernardino County Land Use Services’ Code Enforcement Division and Public Works’ Solid Waste Division will host a free community cleanup and bulky item disposal event. The event is open to residents of San Bernardino County’s unincorporated Muscoy community. Residents are encouraged to come out, take part and help keep the community clean and beautiful.Business or commercial waste cannot be accepted.
Muscoy
Date: Saturday, Nov. 7
Time: 8 a.m. to noon
Location: Muscoy Elementary School – 2119 Blake St., San Bernardino
Accepted items:
- Household trash
- Bulky items
- Green waste
- Up to nine tires per load, including rims
- Documents for on-site shredding
- Electronics such as TVs, monitors, VCRs, stereos and cellphones (collected by the Urban Conservation Corps)
Not accepted:
- Concrete
- Hazardous waste such as batteries, motor oil, antifreeze, gasoline, pesticides, fertilizers, fluorescent lights, pool chemicals, paint products and medication
- For hazardous waste disposal information, call 800‑645‑9228 or 909‑382‑5401
Additional service:
- Compost will be available for community members
- Please bring your own containers
- Please bring your own containers
Participants should secure and cover loads before traveling, unload their own items and note that oversized or difficult loads may be turned away. The event may close early if equipment fills up.
For questions, contact Deleon Luna, staff analyst with Land Use Services, Code Enforcement at 909‑383‑2133.
Take flight during Kite Day at Cucamonga-Guasti Regional Park
Join San Bernardino County Regional Parks along with the office of Second District Supervisor Jesse Armendarez for Kite Day on Saturday, Nov. 7, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Cucamonga-Guasti Regional Park.
Come out to meet Second District Supervisor Jesse Armendarez for an afternoon of family-friendly activities and learn to fly a kite. A free kite will be given at the event on a first-come, first-served basis.
Bring your family and join us for a day full of laughter, excitement and unforgettable memories! All ages are welcome and leashed pets are welcome too!
This event is free and early registration is strongly recommended. Scan the QR code or visit bit.ly/4p02crx to register.
Cucamonga-Guasti is located at 800 N. Archibald Ave. in Ontario. Park hours are 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
For more park and camping information, visit parks.sbcounty.gov and follow us on Facebook and Instagram for news and updates.
Day of the Dead Arts Fest: A night of culture, art and community
The San Bernardino County Museum, in partnership with Arts Connection – The San Bernardino County Arts Council and Inland Empire Latino Arts Association, invites the community to the first Day of the Dead Arts Fest on Saturday, Nov. 14, from 4 to 8 p.m., at the museum in Redlands. The evening event will be a vibrant celebration of life, art and memory through creative expression and cultural tradition.
Guests will enjoy an experience filled with color, music and connection — featuring regional artists, live performances, artisan and food vendors, and opportunities for reflection and participation. Visitors are invited to contribute to a community altar (ofrenda) by bringing images or small mementos in honor of their loved ones or pets. The festival will also feature paper floral crafts and a collaborative art project where guests can create and contribute to a shared work of art.
The festival is part of the County Museum’s ongoing exhibition “Journeys: Movement, Memory, and Belonging,” which explores creativity as a catalyst for community, inclusion and understanding.
Guests will receive 50 percent off general museum admission during the event. Regular admission rates are $12 for adults, $9 for military and seniors, $9 for students, and $5 for children ages 6-12. Children 5 and under are free.
The San Bernardino County Museum is located at 2024 Orange Tree Lane in Redlands.
The County Museum’s exhibitions and programs of regional, cultural and natural history reflect the Board of Supervisors’ commitment to the Countywide Vision — celebrating arts, culture, and education to create a high quality of life for residents and visitors alike.
Visit museum.sbcounty.gov for event updates and a full schedule of activities.
Calico Ghost Town rings in the holiday season with Annual Holiday Fest
The holidays are heading to the Old West! Calico Ghost Town will transform into a festive holiday destination during its annual Holiday Fest on Saturday, Nov. 28, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., bringing Santa Claus, Christmas carolers, live entertainment and the annual Christmas tree lighting to the historic silver-mining town.
Families can enjoy a full day of holiday activities surrounded by the picturesque landscape and historic buildings of Calico. Festivalgoers can sing along to favorite holiday melodies, enjoy a reading of the classic “‘Twas the Night Before Christmas” and catch live music, animal shows and performances by the Calico Mountain Gunfighters.
The celebration will also feature an ugly sweater contest, games and activities, arts and crafts, Christmas carolers and a special appearance by the Grinch.
Santa Claus is coming to Calico
Santa will make his way to town with a cheerful “Ho! Ho! Ho!” and will be available to meet families and pose for holiday photos. As evening approaches, Santa will help bring the festivities to a memorable close with the annual Calico Christmas tree lighting at 5:30 p.m.
Following the tree lighting, guests can stop by Lil’s Saloon for complimentary cookies and hot chocolate while enjoying the holiday atmosphere throughout town.
Find a unique gift in the Old West
Skip the crowded shopping malls and spend the day browsing Calico’s specialty shops for unique arts, crafts and gifts. Visitors may just find the perfect present for that hard-to-shop-for relative, neighbor or friend while supporting Calico’s local merchants.
Guests can also enjoy festive food and refreshments available for purchase from event vendors and Calico favorites, including Lil’s Saloon, Silver Rush Burger and Calico House Restaurant.
Make it a holiday getaway
Holiday Fest runs from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for children ages 4-11 and free for children ages 3 and younger. Tickets may be purchased in advance at bit.ly/4p02crx.
Want to extend the holiday fun? Calico Ghost Town offers full and partial hookup camping. Cabins, bunkhouses and RV trailer rentals are also available. Camping reservations can be made at parkreservations.sbcounty.gov.
Calico Ghost Town is located just off Interstate 15 at Ghost Town Road, approximately 10 miles north of Barstow, at 36600 Ghost Town Road in Yermo.
For more information about Holiday Fest, visit parks.sbcounty.gov/calico-holiday-fest.
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