Pre-Valentine dance to benefit veterans project

The folks raising funds for Freedom Courtyard will hold a Canteen Dinner Dance on February 11, the Friday before Valentine's Day. The 6 to 10:30 p.m. event will raise money for the Central Park project to honor veterans and members of the armed forces.

Tickets are $50 and includes dinner and live entertainment. A no host wine and beer bar will be available. You can buy tickets online or at Central Park. The dance will take place at Rancho Cucamonga Hall.

Freedom Courtyard, pictured above, is a planned project situated between the senior and community centers. Fund-raising efforts kicked off this year with a number of restaurant donations. Organizers hope to raise $100,000 for courtyard construction.