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Long-time Claremont resident Jeanne S. (Hazelton) Master died December 31, 2025, just minutes before the New Year. Services will be held at 12:30 p.m. Saturday, January 31 at the Claremont Presbyterian Church, 1111 N. Mountain Ave. A full account of her life will appear in a future edition of the Courier.
Community newspaper publishers, editors, and executives from across the United States resoundingly voted over the weekend to reaffirm their commitment to a free press undisturbed by unannounced police raids. Meeting in Washington, National Newspaper Association members representing community newspapers in 31 states took their concerns to Capitol Hill. Association chairman John Galer, publisher of The […]
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which means Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Centers in Pomona, Claremont, Chino Hills, and La Verne will offer $50 mammograms with no need for a physician’s order or proof of insurance. Eligible women must be over 40, have no breast implants, and have not had a mammogram in the past year, with no history of breast cancer in the past five years, and who are not currently experiencing breast problems. Call (909) 469-9395 or visit pvhmc.org for more info.
Claremont High School Theatre Department kicks off its 2023-2024 season with “Kodachrome,” by Adam Szymkowicz, Thursday, October 5, with a 7 p.m. showing at the Don F. Fruechte Theatre for the Performing Arts, 1601 N. Indian Hill Blvd. Additional 7 p.m. shows are set for Friday, October 6 and Saturday, October 7. Student tickets are $8, adults $10 at chstheatre2129.ludus.com. For additional information email mmangrio@cusd.claremont.edu.
Styles Music will mark its 45th anniversary with a free and open to the public 11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. celebration Saturday, September 30 at the store, 777 E. Foothill Blvd., Pomona. The event will include refreshments and live music from John Paul Leon, Mathew Maldanado and friends, Joel Soto and Battdrill, Leonice and Annand, and Vince Brocato. More info is at stylesmusic.com.
Los Angeles County students between kindergarten and 12th grade are invited to create an original bookmark during L.A. County Library’s 44th Annual bookmark contest, which is underway. Submissions are accepted at any of the 85 LA County Library locations, including the Claremont Helen Renwick Library at 208 N. Harvard Ave., through Saturday, October 21. To learn more, visit lacountylibrary.org.
Former Claremont resident and Claremont McKenna College alumnus Orlando Davidson, author of “Baseline Road,” will speak about and sign copies of his new book at 1 p.m. Saturday, October 14 at the Claremont Helen Renwick Library meeting room, 208 N. Harvard Ave. Email lanoreipearlman@gmail.com for more information.
Cal Poly Pomona was recently awarded about $1.2 million in combined grants from NASA programs to support three space related research projects that will provide CPP students with firsthand experience developing technology to further space exploration research and goals. Learn more at polycentric.cpp.edu.
Claremont Graduate University’s fall open house will begin at Jenkins Courtyard, 1055 N. Dartmouth Ave., on Saturday, October 14, with a 9 a.m. breakfast. Potential students and their families will then be invited on a tour of the CGU campus followed by faculty-led seminars. Admissions representatives will also be on hand to answer questions. Registration information is at admissions.cgu.edu.
Claremont Forum, in collaboration with Claremont Gallery, will host a tribute to author Stephen King during its latest books come alive event from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, October 7 at Claremont Packing House, 532 W. First St. Event highlights include an art exhibit by illustrator Eric Watkins, live music and a book sale. For more information visit claremontforum.org.
The Chino Basin Water Conservation District hosts its annual Waterwise Garden and Pumpkin Festival from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, October 7 at Waterwise Community Center, 4594 San Bernardino St., Montclair. This free and open to the public event includes children’s crafts and activities, a bounce house, pumpkin succulent centerpiece making, a plant sale, free compost, food vendors, and a pumpkin patch with a decorating station. Call (909) 626-2711 or visit cbwcd.org to learn more.
The seventh annual San Dimas beer and wine walk takes place from 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, October 7 in downtown San Dimas, near 155 W. Bonita Ave. Advance tickets are $45, $35 for designated drivers at design-koalats.com and sandimaschamber.chambermaster.com. Prices jump $10 at the door.
Tuesday, September 12: Claremont Police Department officers were called to Larkin Park, 660 N. Mountain Ave., at 2:14 p.m. after being alerted that two people were fighting. Upon arrival they allegedly saw a 40-year-old woman from Upland hitting a man with her fists. After separating the pair, police ran a background check on the woman and learned she had a protective order to stay away from the man. Officers said the victim had visible injuries to his face, so police arrested her for felony domestic violence. She was taken to the Claremont jail, booked, and held for court.
The Friends of the Claremont Library host 10 local authors for a free and open to the public meet and greet event from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, September 30 at the Claremont Helen Renwick Library, 208 N. Harvard Ave. Featured authors include Arthur Benjamin, Allen Callaci, Cynthia Chertos, Clyde Derrick, Michelle Dowd, B.H. Fairchild, Kimberly Gee, Marisa Nicely, Eleanor Scott Meyers and Judith Wright Favor. Email friendsofclaremontlibrary@gmail.com or visit facebook.com/friendsoftheclaremontlibrary to learn more.
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