Staff Reports
UPCOMING EVENTS:
National Child Abuse Prevention Month
When: Month of April
Where: Walnut Fire Station 61 (Lemon Avenue and La Puente Road)
Details: In support of National Child Abuse Prevention Month, the Walnut Valley Women’s Club facilitated the planting of a garden of pinwheels at Fire Station 61. The pinwheels will remain throughout the month of April. “Pinwheels for Prevention” is a Prevent Child Abuse America program which promotes the message that, “All children deserve an equal chance to thrive and grow.”
City of Walnut Children’s Dance Classes
When: Wed., April 30 – 5 Week Programs, $55
Where: Walnut Senior Center, 21215 La Puente Road, Walnut 91789
Details: Webby Dance Classes: For children 30 months to 6 years – A combination of tap, ballet and creative movement. Age appropriate fun with creative props. For children 5 to 10-years – A combination of jazz and hip hop with exciting routines to age appropriate music.
Contact: To register please call (909) 598-6200 or visit us online at www.ci.walnut.ca.us
DBHS Spring Musical “The Pirates of Penzance”
When: May 1, 2, 3 at 7 p.m.
Where: DBHS Theatre, 21400 E. Pathfinder Road in Diamond Bar
Details: Tickets sales are available at http://www.seatyourself.biz/dbhsdrama. Sections B, C, D: Adults are $18, Students w/ID are $15. Sections A, E: Adults are $15, Students w/ID are $12.
Contact: Beatrice Casagran at (909) 594-1405, ext. 33276
Diamond Bar AYSO: Registration ages 4 to 18 years of age.
When: May 15, and June 3, 2014 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: Pantera Park
Details: Please visit DBAYSO.ORG for registration procedures for both volunteers and players ages 4 to 18.
Contact: Greg M. Busch, R31_Safety@dbayso.org
27th Annual St. Luke Parish Fiesta, Boutique and Car Show
When: April 25-27
Where: Temple City
Details: This year’s fiesta is set to be one of the most diverse and expansive events, with a car show, exhibitor and boutique area; Mega 50/50 raffle, Laser Tag area, photo booth, food court, entertainment, games and rides.
Contact: Mary Broomfield, Publicity Chair, (626) 201-4560.
21th Annual Diamond Bar Library Wine Soirée
When: Sunday, April 27
Where: Diamond Bar Center, 1600 Grand Avenue in Diamond Bar
Details: An afternoon of delicious food from local restaurants, great wine from the Jerry Mead New World International Wine Competition, music, and exciting book, silent and live auctions. A unique souvenir wine glass and program are included with each ticket. All of the proceeds go directly to your local community library.
Cost: Tickets are $50 per person in advance and $60 at the door.
Contact: (909) 861-2002
FUTURE EVENTS:
Music at the Point
When: Saturday, May 3, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Where: South Pointe Middle School, 20671 Larkstone Drive, Diamond Bar
Walnut Senior Center Peddler’s Market
When: May 3 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Walnut Senior Center
Details: Residents are encouraged to clean out those cupboards, closets, garages and become a vendor at the annual Peddler’s Market. Vendors may purchase two full parking spaces for $35 or three full parking spaces for $50.
Contact: Kim Watts at the Walnut Senior Center at (909) 598-6200.
Electric Car Guest Drive
When: Saturday, May 10
Where: Ruben S. Ayala Park
Details: The Electric Car Guest Drive socials take place at parks up the California coast giving people a non-sales environment to test drive at least six electronic vehicles from one location, learn from educational sponsor booths, and talk to their local EV drivers about what going electric is all about.
Contact: Email ElectricCarGuestDrive@gmail.com for more information.
Fire Service Day
When: Saturday, May 17 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: City of Industry Fire Station 118; 17056 Gale Avenue, City of Industry
Details: Join the Los Angeles County Fire Station as they celebrate Fire Service Day with Fire Engines, Pool Safety, Jaws of Life Demonstration, and Equipment Displays.
OPARC’s Heart and Sole: Fun Run 1K/5K and Health Fair
When: June 14, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Ruben S. Ayala Park, 5575 Edison Ave., Chino CA 91710
Cost: Entry fee for runners/walkers is $20, inspiration signs are $50, vendor booths are $150 and additional sponsorship opportunities are available. Free parking.
Details: OPARC, a 501(c)(3) organization that trains, employs and serves the mentally disabled community. Food vendors, vendor booths, participant awards, music, guest appearances, and more. Walk-ins are welcome.
WEEKLY EVENTS:
Bookstore Blowout
Where: Twice Sold Tale Bookstore located at the Walnut Library, La Puente Road, Walnut CA 91789
When: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m., Fridays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Details: All books and media: Any four items for $1. $1 minimum purchase.
Contact: (909) 595-0757 or email the.walnut.library@mac.com.
Resources for the Classroom Days at Basically BOOKS
When: Second Tuesday of every month.
Where: Basically BOOKS locations: at 23447 Golden Springs Road, Diamond Bar and at the Diamond Bar Library: 21800 Copley Drive, Diamond Bar.
Details: Books and education videos will be offered at special discounts for teachers at all levels. Teachers can sign up at either Basically BOOKS locations or email BasicallyBOOKS@aol.com to join these special teacher appreciation afternoons.
Free Acupuncture for Veterans, Active Military, First Responders
When: Every Tuesday at 5 p.m.
Where: 12598 Central Avenue, Unit 113, Chino, CA 91710.
Cost: Free
Contact: (909) 590-4183 or http://www.healingcirclecommunityacupuncture.com
Jack Newe’s Farmers Market sponsored by SGV Regional Chamber of Commerce
When: Every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Mt. San Antonio College Campus, Parking Lot B, 1100 N. Grand Avenue, Walnut CA 91789
Cost: Free Admission/Parking
Features: Seasonal organic produce, breads and cakes, olive oils, cheese and spreads, a variety of nursery plants, hand-crafted items and jewelry, fresh-popped Kettle Corn and grilled food plates.
Contact: (909) 869-0701
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