AUGUST 2023

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QUALITY OF LIFE SURVEY --

YOUR EXPERIENCE MATTERS AND

WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!

The City of Rancho Cucamonga deeply values the well-being and satisfaction of our community members, and we believe that your voice is essential in shaping a better future for everyone who live, work, and play in this great city! Participate in our Quality of Life Survey and let your voice be heard.


Your feedback will help us:

  • Identify areas of improvement to enhance your well-being.
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of existing programs and services.
  • Create future programs and initiatives that truly meet your needs.
  • Make your community a happier, more inclusive place for everyone to live and thrive.


The survey will take approximately 10 minutes to complete. To participate, please click the button below.

TAKE THE SURVEY

GRAPEVINE VOLUME 3 IS HERE!

Volume 3 of the 2023 Grapevine is now available! Click HERE to view the digital flipbook version, or stop by a City facility to pick up a print copy to stay current on upcoming events, programs, and class offerings.


The online digital flipbook of the Grapevine provides a user-friendly experience with direct links to additional information, and registration for all of our programs, events, and services.


You can also sign-up to receive a print copy of future Grapevine publications to be mailed to your home three times a year by clicking here. In order to receive your FREE copy of the Grapevine, you must be a Rancho Cucamonga resident and a subscriber.


Printed copies of the Grapevine are available at the following City Facilities:

  • City Hall (10500 Civic Center Drive)
  • Central Park (11200 Base Line Road)
  • RC Sports Center (8303 Rochester Avenue)
  • Archibald Library (7368 Archibald Avenue)
  • Victoria Gardens Cultural Center & Biane Library (12505 Cultural Center Drive)
VIEW THE FLIPBOOK

ICE CREAM WITH A COP

Beat the heat with a cool treat and join the men and women of the Rancho Cucamonga Police Department for Ice Cream with a Cop on Thursday, August 10 at Bruster's Ice Cream (10570 Foothill Blvd., Ste. 100) from 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. It’s the perfect opportunity to connect with local heroes who keep our community safe while satisfying your sweet tooth! Help us spread the word by sharing this event and invite everyone you know. Can’t wait to see you there!

HELP CLEAR THE SHELTERS

SPECIAL ADOPTION PRICING IN AUGUST

Clear The Shelters, NBCUniversal Local’s nationwide pet adoption and donation campaign, is returning for its ninth consecutive year from Tuesday, August 1 to Thursday, August 31.


Since its inception, Clear the Shelters has helped more than 860,000 pets nationwide find their forever homes. The RC Animal Center will be participating by offering significantly reduced adoption fees on all animals. All cats and kittens will be available for adoption for $5 and all dogs and puppies will be available for $50!


The month-long campaign will culminate with an adoption event held at the RC Animal Center (11780 Arrow Route) on Saturday, August 26 from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Help us give these animals the love and care they truly deserve. We can't wait to see you there!


Click the button below to view our available pets.

ADOPT A PET

LEWIS FAMILY PLAYHOUSE ADDS NEW SHOW

SHEMEKIA COPELAND

2021 Blues Music Award Winner for B.B. King Entertainer Of The Year, Shemekia Copeland, joins the Lewis Family Playhouse season line up! Said to be “the greatest blues singer of her generation” by The Washington Post, Shemekia’s powerhouse voice will fill up the Playhouse on Friday, October 13.

 

The Lewis Family Playhouse 2023-2024 Season is now on sale and tickets are going fast! Charo, The Ultimate Michael Bublé Experience, Animaniacs in Concert, and The Addams Family: A Musical Comedy are just a few of the can’t miss shows we have at the Playhouse this fall. Many shows SOLD OUT last year, so don’t miss your chance to get tickets before they’re gone. See our full schedule and get your tickets today at LewisFamilyPlayhouse.com or click the button below.

 

We look forward to being your place for live entertainment all year long. 

PURCHASE TICKETS

2023 BICYCLE FRIENDLY COMMUNITY

WORKSHOP

Did you know that the City of Rancho Cucamonga has been selected as 1 of 7 communities in the country to host a Bicycle Friendly Community (BFC) Workshop by the League of American Bicyclists? For the workshop to be successful, they need to understand how welcoming our community is to bicyclists.

 

Come join us for the 2023 Bicycle Friendly Community Workshop presented by the League of American Bicyclists and hosted by the City! With the help of a Bicycle Friendly America (BFA) League staffer, this in-person 2-day workshop will bring together local leaders and advocates to:

 

  • Learn about the benefits and actions required to become a Bicycle Friendly Community (BFC)
  • Conduct a bicycle audit
  • Produce a Bicycle Action Plan for our community

 

The workshop will take place Wednesday, August 9 and Thursday, August 10 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Central Park (11200 Base Line Rd.). While we highly encourage you to attend the entire 2-day workshop, you may also choose to attend just a portion of it, depending on your availability. The workshop is free and lunch will be provided on the first day. Please confirm your attendance by completing the registration form by clicking the button below.


If you are unable to attend but would still like to provide your input, please take a moment to complete the survey by clicking the survey link here

 

Thank you for helping us create a more bicycle friendly America for everyone!

REGISTER HERE

BACK TO SCHOOL ONLINE RESOURCES

AT THE LIBRARY

As the school year begins, students, caregivers and teachers are searching for innovative resources to support evolving learning models. The Library has curated a free collection of over 25 online research, education, and database platforms, covering an extensive range of subjects for a variety of ages.


Whether learners are looking for resources aimed at elementary school, middle school, high school, or college-bound students, the Library has tools to help students succeed.

The Library also offers several research databases ideal for research projects, reports, or for the curious student looking to discover more.


EBSCO databases provide an assortment of information services including multidisciplinary full-text periodicals, essays, biographies, reference publications and more.


Britannica School and Britannica Escolar (content in Spanish) each contain a collection of curriculum-relevant materials for all grades including encyclopedia articles, maps, images, videos and more.


Learning Express Library offers practice tests, virtual tutorials, and college preparation materials.


Mango Languages offers language learning for over 70 languages through interactive exercises, audio recordings, quizzes, and a conversation-based learning methodology.

Tutor.com offers free access to qualified virtual tutors for students in grades K-12 and includes college preparation. One-on-one tutoring sessions are personalized to meet each student’s needs.  

ABCMouse provides free online learning program for children ages 2-8 that strengthens reading and math skills through educational games and activities.

ReadyRosie lets you sign up to receive free customized video playlists to support your child's educational growth. Just visit the link below and enter the code RCPL.

LEARN MORE

WILDFIRE SEASON

Warm weather is one reason many appreciate living in Southern California. However, it is also a reminder that we live in an area prone to wildfires. When the weather conditions are just right, the risk of wildfires increases throughout the State. It’s not a matter of IF the next wildfire will occur, but WHEN. The Rancho Cucamonga Fire District encourages you to read further for preparedness tips to help you, your loved ones, and your neighbors be #ReadyRC for wildfire season: 

 

  • Report suspicious fire-related activity to 1-800-47-ARSON or WeTip.com. Always report actively burning fires by calling 9-1-1. 

 

  • Always use caution with outdoor open flames and cooking, especially in the high fire hazard areas in the foothill neighborhoods. Barbecues, firepits, candles, lanterns, and Tiki torches are all sources of open flames, which under the right conditions can ignite a fire. Avoid the use of charcoal for cooking and wood for firepits since these can produce embers which are often carried long distances into dry vegetation. 

 

  • Never discard smoking materials such as cigarettes and cigars on the ground. 

 

  • Maintain gasoline-powered landscaping equipment so that it does not backfire or overheat. 

 

  • Create 30 feet of defensible space around your home by clearing dry brush surrounding your property. 

 

  • Maintain your vehicle to prevent roadside breakdowns that can ignite nearby vegetation. 

 

  • Create a household evacuation plan and if you are asked to leave, do not hesitate. 

 

  • Read our ReadyRC Guide for a variety of preparedness information to review with your household and neighbors. This guide can also be downloaded to your mobile device! 

 

We are stronger when we work together and the Rancho Cucamonga Fire District appreciates your efforts in ensuring the resiliency of our community. 

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