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Ontario Parks and Recreation commission meeting cancelled

By Liset Marquez on April 18, 2012 10:39 PM | | Comments (0)
Monday's meeting of the Recreation and Parks Commission has been cancelled. Due to the observance of Memorial Day on May 28, the next regular meeting will be held on May 21 at 6 p.m. at the Ontario Senior Center.

Ontario launches walking club for adults

By Liset Marquez on February 23, 2012 1:06 PM | | Comments (0)
Put on your walking shoes. The city of Ontario will be launching the Active Adult Walking Club for ages 50 and older. This program will promote the "Healthy Ontario" initiative. 
Officials hope the program will create a social opportunity for active adults which makes walking and fitness fun. Starting March 13 and going on throughout the year, the group will meet most Tuesdays at the Ontario Senior Center, except the first Tuesday of the month. from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. 
The Ontario Senior center is located at 225 East "B" Street. 
Please call for more information 909-395-2021.
Pre-registration is requested, all walkers must have a current emergency card on file. Please check with your doctor before starting this or any new health program.

Halloween Costume and Parade Contest set

By Liset Marquez on October 14, 2011 9:39 AM | | Comments (0)
Join staff at the Recreation and Community Services Department on Halloween for the annual Halloween and Parade Contest.
Held at the Ontario Senior Center, the event will include a costume parade, illusionist Joel Ward will be entertaining the audience with his Halloween show.
Residents are encouraged to dress up. Rosette ribbons will be awarded for the following categories: creepiest, best look a-like, most unique or most cute and colorful costumes.
Every participant will receive a goody bag to collect their treats and free participation ribbon. Refreshments will be provided after the event.
Event begins at 2:15 p.m. and the parade will be at 3:45 p.m.
For more information, call 909-395-2020.
Ontario Senior Center is at 225 E. B St.

Class seeks to help teens prepare healthy meals

By Liset Marquez on September 28, 2011 3:57 PM | | Comments (0)
The Ontario Recreation and Community Services Department will offer Exploratory Kitchen from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the Dorothy A. Quesada Community Center.
This free program was designed by and for teens ages 12 to 18 and is intended to give teenagers a more hands-on approach to preparing healthy meals independently.
Information: 909-930-3344.

Ontario Recreation offers free summer food program

By Liset Marquez on May 27, 2010 8:09 AM | | Comments (2)

The city of Ontario Recreation and Community Services Department will be hosting a free Summer Food Service Program at three community centers throughout the city.
Starting on June 21 and ending on Aug. 6, free lunch will be served to in-need youth 18 years of age or younger a the Anthony Munoz Community Center as well as the Dorothy A. Quesada Community Center between 12:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m.
Meals will also be served at De Anza Community and Teen Center between the hours of noon and 2 p.m.
For more information regarding the Summer Food Service Program or to find the closest site in your neighborhood, call the City of Ontario Recreation and Community Services Department at 909-930-3344.

Outstanding senior

By Liset Marquez on September 3, 2009 9:46 AM | | Comments (5)

Lois Scott has been named this month's Ontario senior of the month by Marty Binney.
Binney, who works at the Senior Center said he chose Scott because of her compassion for the commnity.
Scott, Binney said, was also nominated by the Ontario Recreation and Community Services department for the 2009 Valor award.
"Lois contributions to the City of Ontario haven't gone unnoticed. She is truly deserving of the recognition she's received and then some," he said.

Sculpture Program for Ontario residents

By Liset Marquez on June 24, 2009 2:45 PM | | Comments (1)
Children 5 to 12 will explore the creative world of sculpture. Take home a masterpiece. Preregistration is required. Begins at 4:00 p.m. Thursday, Jun. 25, Colony High Branch Library, 3850 E. Riverside Dr., Ontario. Cost: free. Information: (909) 395-2014. 

Summer kick-off party in Ontario

By Liset Marquez on May 19, 2009 11:48 AM | | Comments (5)
The Ontario Recreation and Community Services department will be holding a summer kick-off party at Veteran Memorial Park at the corner of Grove Avenue and "D" Street on June 11.
The party is to celebrate the end of the school year and the start of the summer.
The event is from noon to 3 p.m.
For more information contact the Dorothy A. Quesada Community Center, 1010 S Bon View Avenue.

Swim lessons registration

By Liset Marquez on May 12, 2009 12:06 PM | | Comments (55)
We are approaching summertime and that can only mean one thing, kids will be jumping in the pool. That also means kids, for the first time, will be getting in pools.
De Anza Center is holding registrations this Saturday at 10 a.m. for their two-week session which begins on May 25.
The swim lessons, which are American Red Cross-certified will be held Monday through Friday for 30 minutes. The cost is $30 per swimmer.
Semi -private lesson are available for $60 and the instructor will customize the class for two students.
Swim class registration is on a first-come, first-serve basis.
For more information contact 395-2020.

Easter Bunny to vist De Anza Community and Teen Center

By Liset Marquez on April 6, 2009 1:12 AM | | Comments (1)
Residents in the community are encouraged to bring a friend and enjoy the Spring Easter Social and candy hunt. The Easter Bunny will stop and visit with children on April 9 at 4 p.m.
The event is free and will be held at De Anza Community and Teen Center.
For more information, please call (909) 395-2020.

Annual BBQ round up

By Liset Marquez on March 10, 2009 3:11 PM | | Comments (5)
The Ontario Recreation and Community Services is hosting their annual BBQ on Monday, May 18. The event which is open to the community is $7 and will be from 11:30 a.m til 1 p.m. at the Ontario Senior Center. For information contact (909) 395-2021.

Lunch with the Easter Bunny

By Liset Marquez on March 3, 2009 12:23 PM | | Comments (1)

Join the Easter Bunny for food, crafts, games and festive contests including an egg hunt on Saturday, April 4. The event, which will be held at the Westwind Community Center, will also include an opportunity for the public to take a photo with the Easter Bunny.

Lunch will be from 11 am - 1:30 p.m. The event is for all ages  (children ages 7 years and younger must be accompanied by an adult). It will $7 per person; (Non-Residents $9) 

Sign up early at the Armstrong Center located at 1265 South Palmetto Avenue.  Registration is also being taken at De Anza Community Center located at 1405 South Fern Avenue, or register online @www.ci.ontario.ca.us

More information (909)395-2020

Mother/Daughter self-defense worskshop

By Liset Marquez on March 3, 2009 12:22 PM | | Comments (0)

Registration is now being taken for  Mother/Daughter Self-Defense Workshop

Ages:  11 and up.

Class dates:  2 day course 3/9 and 3/11

Time:  6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Fee $15 ($18.75 for non-residents)

Where:  Dorothy Quesada Center 1010 S. Bon View Ave. Ontario

Class for moms and daughters to learn how to be prepared & learn awareness and physical techniques to feel confident in self-protection.  1st day of class is lecture, 2nd day is activity.

 

 Sign up early at the Armstrong Center located at 1265 South Palmetto Avenue.  Registration is also being taken at De Anza Community Center located at 1405 South Fern Avenue, or register online @www.ci.ontario.ca.us

Tiny Tot Olympics

By Liset Marquez on February 24, 2009 2:46 PM | | Comments (8)

Registration is being taken for the 22nd annual Tot Olympics.  This Olympic-style event includes running, jumping, kicking and throwing for ages 3-6 years old.  Awards will be given to all children for each event.  Fee includes a T-shirt, ribbons, memory photo frame and refreshments.  Registration is limited.  Sing up early at the Armstrong Center located at 1265 South Palmetto Avenue.  Registration is also being taken at De Anza Community Center located at 1405 South Fern Avenue, or register online @ www.ci.ontario.ca.us

WHERE:      De Anza Community & Teen Center

                      1405 South Fern Avenue

WHEN:         Saturday, March 7, 2009

TIME:            Check-in 9:30 a.m.  Event begins @ 10:00 a.m.

COST:            $15 per person ($19.00 non residents)

Information (909)395-2020
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