Friday’s column brings the welcome news that Metrolink’s amazing weekend pass deal is still in force despite fare increases. You can also read about a band made up of Rancho Cucamonga city employees. Also, various cultural offerings and a Claremont police blotter item.

No Restaurant of the Week today…I’ve been on vacation since Tuesday after writing columns in advance. Back at it next week. If you want to see what I’m up to, I’ve been tweeting photos at @DavidAllen909.