Rotary Club honors Students of Month

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The Ontario Rotary Club honored its Students of the Month at the club’s Feb. 14 held at the Ontario Double Tree Hotel.
The eighth grade students selected by the educators at the eight middle schools of the Ontario-Montclair School District:
Justin Bolanos from DeAnza Middle School, Sydney Huynh from Oaks Middle School, John Moreno from Serrano Middle School, Patricia Balatbat from Vernon Middle School, Clara Anguiano from Vina Danks Middle School, Alondra Sandoval from Wiltsey Middle School, Jose Gutierrez from Central Language Academy and Edwin Cuevas from Vineyard STEM Magnet School.
Accompanying the students was Bill Corrette, principal of Wiltsey Middle School.
The Ontario Rotary Club salutes these students, their families and educators on this achievement, said member Don Driftmier.
Rotary Club meetings are open to guest. The cost of the lunch is $20.
For additional information about Rotary, call Don Driftmier at 951-206-5731.

Convention Center hosts Mother’s Day brunch

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The Ontario Convention Center will be hosting the Latin Jazz & Champagne Mother’s Day Brunch – for any size family – on May 12.
Moms and their guests will be able to choose a 9 a.m. or noon seating, providing them with a two-and-a-half-hour window to come and celebrate with family and friends.
The brunch is ideal for any size group, including very large parties: big families that may not find seating together at other locations.
Live music will fill the Mayoral Ballroom, where families can spend time celebrating at their leisure. A breakfast buffet with live-action waffle station, seafood, Mexican food and a carving station will be served up hot throughout the day. Champagne will also be served along with desserts and a chocolate fountain.
To make a reservation contact: Victoria VanDamme, 909-937-3063 or by email at vvandamme@ontariocc.com.
Cost $35 for adults, $15 for children 12 and under. Parking is free.
Ontario Convention Center is at 2000 E. Convention Center Way, Ontario.

Ontario resident in reality competition show

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GSN has announced the lineup of competitors for the second season of its hugely successful original series The American Bible Challenge will include a resident from Ontario.
Comedian Jeff Foxworthy will host this one-hour game show in which contestants compete based on their knowledge of the Bible and will premiere on March 21 at 9 p.m. on GSN.
In addition to the group of new contestant teams, which includes the Rockin’ Rabbis, Christian Wrestling Federation, Redeemed Rednecks and Sisters of Mary, the second season of the show will feature Grammy winner and multi-platinum-selling musician and producer Kirk Franklin joining as musical co-host.
Along with showcasing their knowledge of the Bible, this season’s new crop of contenders will vie for the title by competing in brand new games that put their spiritual and physical talents to the test.
The tournament starts with 18 three-person teams — three teams in each of the first six episodes of the season. The winning teams from each of those six episodes advance to play in two semi-final games. During the final round, one team will be named champions of the American Bible Challenge.
Among one of the 18 teams who will kick off the challenge include Ontario and Corona residents.
The team is competing for the charity, The Ruby Project, which is dedicated to helping physically, sexually, and emotionally abused teenage girls.
Team members are Peace Amadi (psychology professor); Ndidi Amadi (teacher); Ogechi Nwankwo (RN). These fun-loving, high-energy, Nigerian-American “sisters” are passionate about The Ruby Project, which was founded by Peace and her good friend Leslie Nwoke.
The Ruby Project grew out of both of their personal experiences being teased and bullied in school and their heart for empowering women and girls who’ve experienced all kinds of abuse.
The Ruby Project provides retreats for young women suffering the effects of abuse and trauma and addresses issues pertinent to them through their YouTube channel (rubycommunity). Check them out also on Twitter (@RubyInsiders) and Facebook (rubyinsiders).

Helpful Honda volunteers visit Ontario

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To help spread a little love this Valentine’s Day, the Helpful Honda Guys, known as the “Guys in Blue” delivered a sweet surprise of complimentary red roses on Feb. 14.

The team popped up in several location including: senior centers (Plott Nursing Home, Sunrise Home), the post office, Ontario City Hall, and the West End Shelter for Animals.
Since the new year, Helpful Honda has been spreading a message of “Helpful after the Holidays” by volunteering at local food banks, blood drives and animal shelters; cleaning up local parks and beaches; opening doors; carrying groceries.
Starting in March, they will be hosting pet adoptions with local shelters, and will be providing free gas during the travel season.

Local Young Lady Competes For The Miss Jr. Pre-Teen Pasadena/San Bernardino Title

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Brianna Solis of Ontario was recently selected to participate in the 2013 Miss Jr. Pre-Teen Pasadena/San Bernardino pageant competition on March 2. She only has until Feb. 24 to raise $495 through sponsorships from businesses in the community.

Brianna submitted an application and took part in an interview session that was conducted by this year’s Pasadena/San Bernardino Pageant Coordinator. She will be competing, for her share of thousands of dollars in prizes and specialty gifts that will be distributed to contestants.

Brianna will be competing in the Miss Jr. Pre-Teen division, one of four divisions that will have young ladies ages of 7 and 19 competing in modeling routines, which include casual wear and formal wear. Most important, Brianna will display her personality and interviewing skills while interviewing with this year’s Pasadena/San Bernardino judging panel. Personality is the number one aspect that each contestant is judged on during all phases of competition.

If Brianna were to win the title of Miss Jr. Pre-Teen Pasadena/San Bernardino, she would represent Pasadena/San Bernardino and the surrounding communities at the National Competition that will take place in Orlando, Florida.

Community businesses, organizations, and private individuals will assist Brianna in participating in this year’s competition by becoming an official sponsor to her. Through sponsorship, each contestant receives all the necessary training, rehearsals, and financial support which will allow Brianna to become a very confident and well-prepared contestant in this year’s Pasadena/San Bernardino Pageant.

Any business, organization, or private individual who may be interested in becoming a sponsor to Brianna may contact the Miss Jr. Pre-Teen Pasadena/San Bernardino pageant coordinator, at 1-877-403-6678.

Ontario PD to host Explorers orientation/recruitment meeting

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From Ontario Police Dept:

On Feb. 21, at 6 p.m., The Ontario Police Department Explorer Post #350 will be hosting a recruitment / orientation meeting to provide information about the Police Explorer Program.

The meeting will be held in the community rooms located to the front of the Ontario Police
Department (2500 S. Archibald Avenue). There will be a brief SWAT demonstration and then everyone will go into the station, where the program will be explained in further detail.
The Ontario Police Department welcomes anyone interested in becoming an Ontario Police Explorer.

The Ontario Police Explorer Program is a youth group designed for teens from 14-20 years old. Explorers learn about police work through; ride-a-longs, assisting police department personnel and other related duties. Those interested must bring a parent or legal guardian to the orientation.

An applicant packet will be given out during the orientation.
New Explorer Recruits must be in good physical condition, complete a background investigation, oral interview and written test. They may not have any felony convictions on their record and must also maintain a minimum 2.0 G.P.A. Explorer applicants under the age of 18 years must have permission from a parent or guardian to join.
Applicants will take part in a training program that consists of physical agility, marching and use of the police radio. They will also demonstrate proficiency regarding police radio codes and laws of arrest.

Upon successful completion of the training program, the recruits are promoted to Junior

Citywide garage sale

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The next citywide yard (garage) sale weekend is May 4, 5, and 6.
In 2010, Ontario adopted a yard sale ordinance giving residents the opportunity to hold more yard sales each year on fixed dates and eliminate the need for yard sale permits and fees.
The rules for signage are (1) 6 square foot sign on the owner’s property. Rules for merchandise sold will remain unchanged, seller’s personal property only, no new or re-sold goods.

Local church offering marriage enrichment workshop

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If you are married, engaged or dating (regardless of how long you have been together) then Redeemer Lutheran Church for Marriage 101.
This workshop, “Marriage 101: Back to the Basics,” will give attendees the tools for a long and healthy marriage. Participants will learn techniques for dealing with conflict, growing closer together, and learning what God’s Word says about marriage.
The workshop will be held on Feb. 16 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Jerusalem Room of Redeemer Lutheran Church.
Cost: $10 per couple
For more information or to RSVP, call Shelly at 909-986-2615.
Space is limited so reserve your seats now.

Redeemer Lutheran Christian School host opening

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Get a sneak peek of Redemeer Lutheran School Preschool through 8th grade during information night on Feb. 21.
The public is welcome to stop by the school and meet the teachers. Prospective parents are welcome to come by anytime between 4 and 7 p.m.
For more information, call 909-986-6510.
Redeemer Lutheran Christian School, 920 W. 6th St., Ontario.

Ontario Airport Alliance to meet

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A couple of months ago I wrote about the Ontario Airport Alliance which is comprised of prominent community and business leaders who feel it is now up to this region to mobilize efforts for local control.
The alliance will be holding its monthly meeting on Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. in the San Manuel Club at the Citizens Business Bank Arena.
At this meeting attendees will have an opportunity to meet and work with business and community leaders to develop strategies for increasing the economic benefits the airport provides to the Southern California Region.
OAA President, Steve PonTell will also have an update on the latest news and studies regarding Ontario Airport.
To reserve a seat or for more information, call Christy Schroeder christy@macevent.net
Citizens Business Bank Arena-San Manuel Club is at 4000 E. Ontario Center Parkway in Ontario.