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We invite you to join us for a Memorial Day Ceremony on Monday, May 26, at 9:00 a.m. in Freedom Courtyard at Central Park (11200 Base Line Rd.). This solemn event honors the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. The ceremony will include the laying of wreaths and a moment of reflection. All ages and military families are welcome to attend. We hope to see you there as we come together to pay tribute to those who gave their lives for our country.

Randall Lewis Second Story and Beyond® is open with an exciting new theme: “Just Eat It!” This interactive experience invites curious minds to explore the science and adventure of food through hands-on exhibits that spark both learning and laughter. 

Explore Our New Exhibits:  

Lemon Orchard: Harvest bright yellow lemons, safely peek inside a real honeycomb, and see like a bee through a segmented lens!   

Farmers Market: Play shopkeeper or shopper at our colorful farmers market stand! Stock up on fruits, vegetables, meats, and breads, and ring up your finds at the cash register. 

Build a Burrito: Get ready to build an oversize burrito with larger-than-life ingredients! 

And that’s just a taste of what’s in store! 

Visit us and come play! We are open Wednesday through Saturday, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Tickets are available for purchase in-person and online. Click the button below to purchase your tickets today!

Celebrate 20 Years of Community, Connection, and Fun!

Help us celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Central Park by sharing your favorite memories! We’re looking for photos that capture the heart of this special place—whether it’s from a class, a special event, or simply spending time with friends at the James L. Brulte Senior Center or the Goldy S. Lewis Community Center.

Your photos may be featured in a special slideshow presentation during the V.I.P. Club gathering on Tuesday, May 20, from 8:45 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. in Rancho Cucamonga Hall, as we honor two decades of community spirit and togetherness.

The 20th Anniversary Celebration will take place the week of May 19–23, with a variety of fun events hosted throughout Central Park (11200 Base Line Rd.). Everyone in the community is invited to participate and join in the festivities!

Submit your photos by Monday, May 12 to Registration@CityofRC.us. Please note that not all submitted photos are guaranteed to be used.

Let’s celebrate the memories we’ve made—and the many more still to come!

The Rancho Cucamonga Animal Center and Rancho Cucamonga Quakes have partnered for five more nights of woofing good times!

Bring your furry friend—or meet your future one—at Bark in the Ballpark, happening all summer long at LoanMart Field (8408 Rochester Ave.)! Enjoy exciting Quakes baseball and heartwarming showcases of adoptable pets between innings, courtesy of the RC Animal Center.

This family-friendly event takes place once a month, with games starting at 6:00 p.m. All ages are welcome!

Event Dates:

May 14, June 4, July 9, August 6, and September 3

Come for the game, stay for the pets, and enjoy the fun! All pet ticket proceeds benefit the Rancho Cucamonga Animal Center. Grab your tickets today by clicking button below and join us for a paw-some cause!

Get ready for a night of non-stop laughter as Broadway’s Next Hit Musical brings its one-of-a-kind, completely improvised show to Lewis Family Playhouse on May 23! Think Whose Line Is It Anyways meets the Tony Awards—but funnier, wilder, and totally unpredictable. This is the “Phony Awards,” where top improv comedians turn audience suggestions into show-stopping musical numbers on the spot. You bring the ideas, they bring the talent—together, we create Broadway’s next big hit (or hilarious flop)! 

Got a hilarious song title in mind? Bring it with you and watch the audience’s favorite come to life as a completely improvised musical on stage! Join us for an unforgettable night of comedy, music, and mayhem. 

Catch the 7:00 p.m. show for laugh-out-loud fun that's perfect for everyone—or turn up the heat at 9:30 p.m. with the 18+ After Dark edition, where anything goes. 

Don’t miss your chance to be part of the show—grab your tickets now by clicking the button below! 

The Summer Reading Program is back, and its free for all ages! Whether you love epic adventures, heartwarming tales, or thrilling reads, this is your chance to read all summer long and earn fun prizes along the way. 

Starting May 31, you can register as an individual or as a family and track your reading each week through Beanstack.

As you complete your weekly reading goals, you’ll earn badges and unlock prizes or raffle tickets, redeemable at both the Archibald Library (7368 Archibald Ave.) and the Paul A. Biane Library (12505 Cultural Center Dr.). 

This year’s theme is “Level Up at Your Library,” a celebration of play, puzzles, and games that spark curiosity and creativity. It’s a reminder that libraries are more than places to learn, they’re also spaces to play, connect, and grow. To celebrate, the library will also be hosting weekly programs for children, teens, and adults. 

Click the link below to sign up or download the Beanstack Tracker app on your Android or iOS device to get started. Use Beanstack to log your reading and receive personalized book recommendations based on your interests!  

Grab your library card, pick your next great read, and get ready to level up your summer, one book at a time! 

Let's come together and break the stigma and encourage open conversations about mental health. 

Taking care of your well-being is just as important as your physical health. Here are some simple tips to help support your mental wellness:

• Practice self-care: Take time for yourself, whether it's journaling, meditating, or taking a few deep breaths to reset. 
• Stay connected: Reach out to friends and family for support. Building and maintaining strong social connections play a vital role in your mental health. 
• Get active: Physical activity can boost your mood and lower stress levels. Even a short walk can make a big difference. 
• Be kind to yourself and seek help: You are not alone. If you're struggling, don't hesitate to talk to a mental health professional. 

By raising awareness and supporting one another, we can foster a compassionate community where mental health is a priority—because your mind matters. 

Every May, the City of Rancho Cucamonga proudly celebrates Business Appreciation Month, recognizing the hard work, dedication, and contributions of our local businesses. From family-owned shops to innovative startups, our businesses are the backbone of our community, creating jobs, driving economic growth, and making Rancho Cucamonga a vibrant place to live, work, play, and shop.  

Why Shop Local?  

Supporting local businesses means investing in our community. When you choose to shop, dine, and do business locally, you help sustain entrepreneurs, strengthen our local economy, and preserve the unique character of Rancho Cucamonga.  

Shop Local and Tell Us About It! 

We want to hear from residents on how YOU supported a Rancho Cucamonga business! Whether you dined at a local restaurant, shopped at a neighborhood staple, or supported your neighbor’s business, your efforts make a difference.  

Share your story about HOW and WHY you supported an RC business in May. Submit your stories and photos by Saturday, May 31 to ChooseRC@CityofRC.us. Be sure to include a picture of your purchase or experience.  

Here's How You Can Participate:  

• Send us a note
• Include a photo 
• Get featured

Your story could be highlighted in an upcoming issue of the Grapevine, which is a great opportunity to spotlight your favorite local business and inspire others to Shop Local and Shop RC. 

Together, let’s celebrate and support the businesses that call Rancho Cucamonga home! 

May is Wildfire Awareness Month! History has shown that it’s not a matter of if a wildfire will threaten our community, but when it will happen again. Now is the time to make your home and family resilient during a wildfire:  

• If you live near the foothills, create a defensible space around your home using low-growing plants with high moisture content
• Remove dead branches and trees, and clear weeds and dry vegetation from around your property. 
• Roofs and eaves are vulnerable to flying embers in a wildfire, so be sure to clean your rain gutters and inspect your attic roof vents for proper installation and integrity.  
• Roofs and eaves are especially vulnerable to flying embers during a wildfire. Clean your rain gutters regularly and inspect attic and roof vents for proper installation and integrity.  

In addition to preparing our community for wildfires, the Rancho Cucamonga Fire District holds annual wildfire training exercises with state, federal and neighboring agencies. These collaborative trainings help strengthen relationships and refine strategies and tactics for an effective response.  

When firefighters and the community work to be prepared for wildfire season, we can mitigate the risk of a wildfire before it happens!