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Upcoming Coin, Currency and Jewelry Show

2009-11-24T00:24:38Z

Press release from the Ontario Convention Center

Gold, silver, jewelry and collectible coins will adorn the Ontario Convention Center as it hosts the Coin, Currency & Jewelry Show December 17-19. This is the second show in a three-show deal Convention Center officials inked with producers, CK Shows, earlier this year.

"The show is both an educational experience, and an expansive showcase for children and coin collectors alike," said Bob Brown, Ontario Convention Center General Manager and CEO. "We are honored to be linked with this wonderful show, and look forward to it returning to Ontario June 24-26 next year."

Produced by Las Vegas-based CK Shows (http://www.ckshows.com/), the event will feature 200 dealers that sell, buy and trade U.S. and World coins, currency, jewelry, tokens, medals, bullion, ancient coins and more. The American Numismatic Association will also conduct Boy Scout merit badge workshops led by Certified Merit Badge Instructors.

Admission to the three-day event is free and open to the public. Children admitted with adults will receive free coins, and collectors are encouraged to bring in their own items for complimentary appraisals.

For more information about the Ontario Convention Center, operated by Philadelphia-based SMG, visit www.ontariocc.com.

Ontario senior singing group to hold Christmas Concert

2009-11-24T00:19:49Z

The Mellowdears, a senior singing group in the Inland Empire, is holding its Christmas Concert on Decc. 12. The concert is free and open to the public. The Mellowdears are expected to perform at 7pm at the Bethel United Church of Christ, 536 N. Euclid in Ontario.

The one hour show is directed by Ralph England.

Ontario native takes second place in hair show

2009-11-19T00:53:51Z

Congratulations to Ontario native Tonia Rightley (above accepting a trophy), regional trainer for Los Angeles for Carlton Hair International.
The Ontario native recently led the Carlton salon at the Beverly Center to a second place finish at the 10th annual Comere Hair Show: Award for Excellence held at the Grove of Anaheim.
All 32 Carlton salons in southern California paricipated in the show.
And according to Rightley, the Beverly Center had never placed before.
This isn't just a typical hair show, organizers like Rightley were in charge of putting together a show and they were judged based on hair styling, performance and music.
The theme for Rightley's salon was Adam and Eve and my colleague, John Valenzuela, who was in attendance took these shots.
Rightley said they started styling all 10 models' hair at 10 a.m. and were working on them right up until the final minute of the show that evening.
This isn't the first time Rightley has placed in the show, she has three other trophies from when she worked at the Carlton salon in Montclair.
But there's another Inland Empire connection to this hair show, the salon that beat out Rightley's was the Montclair salon in the Montclair Plaza.

Below are more photos from the show that John shot.

Christmas on Euclid festivities

2009-11-18T18:14:31Z

Councilmember Debra Dorst-Porada wants the community to know that Kiwanis has taken over the management of the annual event, Christmas on Euclid.

During Tuesday night's council meeting Dorst-Porada said the event which scheduled for Dec. 5, is being taken over by the group. In the past has been organized by the Ontario Chamber of Commerce and the main focus of the event will be to return to the old fashioned community based format where folks can find unique handcrafted gifts made by craftsmen.

The 27th Annual Christmas on Euclid fair will include arts & crafts booths, a classic car show, business expo, health/education fair and lots of delicious food choices.

Besides the shopping experience, residents can come out and enjoy a performance by students in the Ontario-Montclair School District and the Chaffey Joint Unified School District at the R. Jack Mercer Bandstand at "C" Street and Euclid Ave.

There will be an opportunity to take photos with Santa and receive books from Ontario Parkway Kiwanis.

Attendees are encouraged to bring in an unwrapped toy valued at $5 or more as of the Spark of Love Toy Drive.

Proceeds from the Inland Valley Street Rods' classic car show will benefit the Ontario City Library Children's Reading Room.

Donald Driftmier tells me that in the past 10 years the car show has presented Judy Evans, the city librarian, $22,400 for the children's reading room. We will once again have two trophies that will be the "Librarian's Choice"

Proceeds from the Christmas on Euclid event will benefit local community organizations such as The Salvation Army, the YMCA, Headstart, Kids Come First, local schools, student leadership skills programs and encourage academics.

The fair is scheduled for Dec. 5, from,9 a.m. to 4 p.m. spanning from Holt Blvd to "G" Street along Euclid Avenue.

Dorst-Porada said there is still space available for craft vendors. If you are interested contact, christmasoneuclid@yahoo.com or visit www.gokiwanis.org/ontario.aspx.

For more information on the car show, contact Donald Driftmier at ddriftmier@nhepictures.com

Easter Seals launches new site

2009-11-18T17:05:56Z

As an effort to better serve Spanish-speaking families living with disabilities, Easter Seals has launched a new Spanish-language website.

The new site expands Easter Seals' online presence by providing information to assist Spanish-speaking individuals and families, as well as volunteers, donors and advocates, who are seeking help, hope and answers for a range of disabilities from autism to Alzheimer's.

Easter Seals has locations in Ontario and Upland.

The nonprofit organization serves 3,500 people at 50 offices and sites throughout Southern California. To learn more, visit www.SouthernCal.EasterSeals.com or visit their Spanish language website at www.espanol.easterseals.com.

Weekly Craft Club

2009-11-18T16:58:36Z

Now this is the kind of club I'm talking about, a craft club that is.

As some might know, I enjoy my crafts so I couldn't be more pleased to hear that the staff at Westwind Community Center have put together a craft club for youth in the community.

Crafts will vary from week to week but November's projects will include harvest baskets, Native American and pilgrim hats, Native American paintings and hand print turkeys with feathers.

Attendees are encouraged to call and sign up in advance.

The class is open to children 3 years and older.

Admission for the class is $1.

The club meets every week at 4 p.m. at Westwind Community Center, 2425 Riverside Drive.

For more information call (909)930-3346 or (909)395-2020.

Toy Run in Ontario

2009-11-18T16:12:46Z

The 21st Annual Toy Run will be held on Dec. 6 at the Ontario Elks Lodge.

The annual event benefits Santa Claus Inc. and is organized by Pomona Valley Abate Local #19 and Pomona Valley Hog Chapter.

There will be hourly prize and 50/50 drawings. There will be a cash prize for the largest organized group sign-in.

Also, there will be awards for sest decorated bike award as well as professionally judged ride-in bike show.

Food and beverages made available by the Ontario Elks Lodge for an additional charge.

There is a $5 entry fee per bike. All active military receive free admission with I.D.

Bike show registration closes 11 a.m.

The ride will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. rain or shine.

Participants are asked to make an $8 donation; plus one new or unwrapped toy per person.

Ontario Elks Lodge is located 1150 W. 4th Street.

For additional information contact Greg Hall at (909) 915-5300 or by e-mail: hall21@verizon.net.

Meeting in Ontario to focus on Gangs

2009-11-18T15:24:23Z

The community is invited to the attend an informational meeting on cyberthugs.

Assembly Majority Leader Alberto Torrico, Assemblymember Norma Torres and the Select Committee on the Safety and Protection of At-Risk Communities in California will be holding the informational hearing at the Ontario Police Department Thursday morning.

The focus of the hearing will be "Gangs 2.0:The emerging Threat of Cyberthugs." The meeting will touch on the use of technology in gang recruitment and related illicit acitivities.

The event will be from 9 a.m. to 11 .m. at the Ontario Police Department Community Room, 2500 Archibald Avenue.

Punk the Halls tour

2009-11-18T05:26:35Z

Join Redeemer Lutheran Church and Schools as they rock in the Christmas season with the guys of Steller Kart, Hyland and This Great Escape

For one night these Contemporary Christian rock bands will be performing at the Ontario Church.

The Dec. 6 performance will begin at 6:30 p.m.

Tickets are available at www.extremefaithproduction.com or call Ticket Force at 877-840-0457 for information.

General admission is $12 and $20 for VIP. All VIP ticket holders can arrive at 5:15 p.m. for a meet and great with the bands, receive VIP badges, and get a first choice of seating.

Redeemer Lutheran Church and Schools is located at 920 W 6th Street in Ontario. For more information call Shelly at (909) 986-2615 ext 105.

Holiday Craft Fair and Bake Sale at Ontario Church

2009-11-12T00:13:12Z

The Ontario Church of the Nazarene will hold a Holiday Craft Fair and Bake Sale this weekend.

The sale actually begins Friday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The sale will feature homemade baked goods, handmade jewelry, woodcrafts, holiday decorations, afghans, blanket throws, toys, pillows, purses, hobo bags, cookbooks and more. Also "Grandma's Attic" (antiques and collectibles).

Proceeds will be used to purchase new playground equipment for the church.

The Church of the Nazarene is at 1311 W. Fifth St., Ontario.

For further information, call (909) 986-6776 or visit www.ontarionazarene.com.

Cooking Classes at Westwind

2009-11-12T00:12:35Z

The staff at Westwind Community Center is inviting youth to join them on a weekly basis to create dishes.

The menu will vary from week to week but will include peanut butter and pumpkin cookies, apple cinnamon pancakes and a Thanksgiving feast.

The community center has a very small kitchen, so space is limited. Call in advance to reserve your place.

The cost is $1 and open to kids ages 7 to 13.

The classes are held every Friday at 4 p.m. at the Westwind Community Center, 2425 Riverside Drive

There will be no cooking club on Nov. 27.

More information call (909)930-3346 or (909)395-2020.

Thanksgiving Party

2009-11-12T00:12:11Z

Westwind Community Center will be hold a Thanksgiving feast Nov. 24.

Residents are invited to come out. The event will feature the whole family that will include games, crafts, pictures and a complete turkey dinner.

The event will be on Nov. 24 from 4 to 5 p.m.

The event is free but residents are asked to call to sign up in advance.

For more information call (909)930-3346 or (909)395-2020.

Westwind Community Center is at 2425 Riverside Drive in Ontario.

Disney on Ice returns

2009-11-12T00:11:45Z

On Dec. 30, Disney On Ice returns for another Ontario engagement with the brand new, Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy.

Presenting classic Disney stories, the ice spectacular features Disney Pixar's "CARS," "The Lion King," "The Little Mermaid" and "Tinker Bell."

The show will be at Citizens Business Bank Arena, Ontario, Dec. 30 through Jan. 3.

Craft Fair at Mountain View

2009-11-12T00:11:15Z

Renee Young at Mountain View School informs me at that they are having a holiday craft fair and are looking for vendors to participate.

The Mountain View Elementary School Holiday Craft Fair will be Dec. 4 from 6 to 9 p.m.

There will also be opportunities to take pictures with Santa Claus.

Mountain View is at 2825 Walnut St., Ontario

For more information contact Information: (909)229-5696 or e-mail mvspta@msn.com

Contacting the Salvation Army

2009-11-10T21:24:10Z

I recently did an article about the Salvation Army the: Corps Offices needing the community's help. Unfortunately their contact information was left out. If you're interested in volunteering in any of their holiday programs please feel free to call (909) 986-6748 or visit them at 1412 S Euclid Avenue in Ontario.