NOVEMBER 2024

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FOUNDERS DAY COMMUNITY PARADE

Join us for the annual Founders Day Community Parade this Saturday, November 9!


We’re excited to invite you to this year’s Founders Day Community Parade, starting at 9:00 a.m. at Jack Benny Drive (between Rochester Ave. and Foothill Blvd.). Our theme, “It’s All Fun and Games,” promises a day filled with vibrant activities and a fantastic chance to connect with our community.

VETERANS DAY CEREMONY

Join us on Monday, November 11 starting at 10:50 a.m. at Freedom Courtyard at Central Park (11200 Base Line Rd.) for our Veterans Day Ceremony to honor and celebrate all who have served our country. Arrive early at 9:00 a.m. to enjoy breakfast before the ceremony begins.

FALL IN LOVE AT FUR♡EVER HOME

PET ADOPTION DAY

Join us on Saturday, November 9, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. for FUR♡EVER HOME, presented by Good Day LA & Mathis Home! This exciting event will take place at 4105 Inland Empire Blvd., Ontario, CA 91764 and will feature adoptable pets from the Rancho Cucamonga Animal Center, plus a day of fun for the whole family with games, giveaways, food trucks, and more. Don’t miss the chance to find your new best friend! To view available pets for adoption, click the button below.

VIEW ANIMALS

FANS TO ENJOY RC QUAKES BASEBALL FOR YEARS TO COME

The City of Rancho Cucamonga is proud to announce a new long-term lease agreement with Rancho Baseball LLC, securing the future of the Rancho Cucamonga Quakes at LoanMart Field! This exciting partnership keeps our beloved Quakes right here at home, ensuring fans can enjoy top-tier baseball for years to come.


With this new agreement in place, construction on stadium upgrades will kick off immediately to meet MiLB facility standards by 2025. Stay tuned for progress updates and get ready to cheer on the Rancho Cucamonga Quakes Baseball in a refreshed and upgraded LoanMart Field! Read more by clicking the button below.

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BRING JOY TO THE TABLE

FALL HOLIDAY BASKET FOOD DRIVE

Holiday Food Baskets are back!


The City of Rancho Cucamonga is collecting non-perishable foods and/or complete baskets for Rancho Cucamonga families in need this holiday season.



Donations will be accepted Monday through Thursday from 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. at the RC Family Resource Center (9791 Arrow Rte.).

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THE MUSIC OF OUR HEROES

A VETERANS DAY TRIBUTE

Celebrate Veterans Day on Sunday, November 10! Honor our bravest through song and dance! Stargazer Productions proudly presents “The Music of Our Heroes,” a vibrant music and dance extravaganza that pays tribute to 50 incredible years of armed forces service. From the radio hits of the “Greatest Generation” through Operation Desert Storm, this show highlights the bravery and diversity of our heroes. To purchase tickets, click the button below. 

PURCHASE TICKETS

SBCTA INVITES YOU TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE PROPOSED ONT CONNECTOR PROJECT

The San Bernardino County Transportation Authority (SBCTA) will host a virtual

public hearing via Zoom on Wednesday, November 13, at 6:00 p.m. to educate and inform the public about the ONT Connector project and how it will improve

connectivity in the region.


The proposed project will build an underground tunnel connecting the Rancho

Cucamonga Metrolink Station to terminals 2 and 4 at the Ontario International Airport (ONT) terminals. Autonomous, zero-emission shuttles will transport passengers through the tunnel.


The project is currently in the environmental review phase and your input is important. From Friday, October 18 to Monday, December 2, two draft documents that report the potential environmental impacts of the project are available for public review. Visit goSBCTA.com/ONTConnector to review the documents and provide feedback. A virtual public hearing will be held via Zoom during the public comment period. The hearing will include an informational presentation followed by the opportunity for participants to ask questions and submit comments to be included in the final environmental documents. Spanish interpretation will be available.


To register, click the button below.

GET INVOLVED HERE

ADVENTURE AWAITS

FREE PARK PASSES FOR HOLIDAY GETAWAYS

Do you have plans this holiday season? 

  

Check out some local state parks with the free Park Pass at the Rancho Cucamonga Public Library! The pass entitles users to a free vehicle day-use entry for one passenger vehicle (maximum 9 people per car) or one highway-licensed motorcycle. 

  

With over 200 state parks to choose from, you’re sure to find a place that suits all your outdoor adventure expectations. Find your favorite park at the California State Parks website at www.parks.ca.gov and start planning your holiday excursions today! 

  

Stop by the Library to check one out or give us a call to learn more at 1-909-477-2720.    

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UNLOCK A UNIVERSE OF STORIES WITH

THE PALACE PROJECT

Dive into a world of literary wonders with the Palace Project! Access our extensive library, bringing together the best of CloudLibrary, Enki, and the California State eBook, audiobook, comics and manga collections all in one convenient app.  


Whether you're a seasoned bookworm or a casual reader, the Palace Project is your passport to a world of stories. Download now and embark on a reading adventure like never before! 

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MENTAL HEALTH & COMPASSIONATE COMMUNITIES SUBCOMMITTEE MEETING

Join us for meaningful dialogue aimed at fostering a positive mental health culture free from stigma. Community members are invited to participate in discussions and take proactive steps toward this important goal. Meetings are held every third Tuesday of the month from 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. via Zoom. To join an upcoming meeting, click the button below. For questions and more information, please email HealthyRC@CityofRC.us.

JOIN A MEETING

BRING THE JOY THIS SEASON

DONATE TO THE SPARK OF LOVE TOY DRIVE

The Rancho Cucamonga Fire District and Rancho Cucamonga Firefighters' Association are again participating in the Spark of Love Toy Drive. All eight fire stations, Archibald Library, and City Hall will be accepting new, unwrapped toys and sporting goods for children under 15 years old from Friday, November 29 to Monday, December 23. While you are out shopping, please know we always need toys for children ages 12-15 years old!  

 

  • Amethyst Station #171 (6627 Amethyst St.) 
  • Public Safety Facility #172 (8870 San Bernardino Rd.) 
  • Day Creek Station #173 (12270 Firehouse Ct.) 
  • Jersey Station #174 (11297 Jersey Blvd.) 
  • All-Risk Training Center (11285 Jersey Blvd.) 
  • Banyan Station #175 (11108 Banyan St.) 
  • East Ave. Station #176 (5840 East Ave.) 
  • Hellman Station #177 (9270 Rancho St.) 
  • Town Center Station #178 (10595 Town Center Dr.) 
  • City Hall (10500 Civic Center Dr.) 

 

Thank you, #RCcommUNITY for your continued support of this great cause! For families in need of toys this holiday season and for more program information, please click the button below.

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BE READY, BE RESILIENT

JOIN FREE CERT TRAINING

CERT Basic Training is a FREE course that teaches you how to prepare yourself, your family, and your neighborhood for a disaster or emergency. This 20-hour hands-on training program is taught by first responder personnel and subject matter experts. All participants will receive a free CERT backpack, CERT helmet, and CERT vest. 

 

This FREE course includes:  

  • How to complete your emergency kit 
  • Basic first aid for you and your family 
  • Emergency planning 
  • Fire extinguisher use and hands on practice putting out a fire 
  • How to shut off your utilities 
  • Search and rescue techniques 
  • Disaster and emergency preparedness information 
  • Disaster Psychology 

 

Class Dates:  

  • Thursday, January 9 from 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. 
  • Saturday, January 11 from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (Lunch is provided) 
  • Sunday, January 12 from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (Lunch is provided) 


*Must attend all 3 days* 

 

Location: 

  • RCFD All-Risk Training Center (11285 Jersey Blvd.) 

 

You must attend all of the classes. If you have a scheduling conflict for part of the training or have questions, please email ReadyRC@CityofRC.us or call1-909-774-3020 for options on how to make up the missed portions. To register, click the button below. 

REGISTER

SUPPORT OUR COMMUNITY

SHOP SMALL, SHOP LOCAL IN

RANCHO CUCAMONGA

Shopping locally stimulates the local economy by keeping more dollars circulating through our community. These dollars support local jobs, local business-to-business sourcing, boosts philanthropic activity, and generates revenue for public infrastructure projects and services to maintain the high quality of life we all enjoy here in Rancho Cucamonga. Shop small, shop local, shop RC this holiday season!

AMERICAN EXPRESS SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY

Founded by American Express, Small Business Saturday® is celebrated each year on the Saturday after Thanksgiving and is dedicated to supporting small businesses. Shop Small is a nationwide movement to celebrate small businesses on Small Business Saturday® and every day. As a consumer, you’re a key part in helping small businesses thrive. On November 30, you are invited to join the movement and shop or dine at a local Rancho Cucamonga business to make a big impact.   

 

Find new small businesses through the American Express Shop Small Map or Shop Small Online Directory 

VIEW LIST OF SMALL BUSINESSES

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