 September is National Preparedness Month, an annual campaign to remind us that preparing for emergencies and disasters can keep us, our families, and communities safe. With recent Southern California tremors and wildfire season upon us, it is always a good idea to stay prepared. Preparedness starts with conversations in your household. Discussing potential emergencies, whether they affect just your family or the entire region, can be challenging. However, avoiding these conversations doesn't protect your loved ones; taking proactive steps to get ready and stay safe does. Starting a conversation today can help you and your family take positive actions to prepare. The City of Ontario has created a Disaster Guide to help guide you and your family through your preparedness journey!
City Council Meetings
 Regularly scheduled City Council Meetings are held at 6:30 PM on the first and third Tuesdays of the month.
Meetings are held in the Council Chambers at City Hall, located at 303 E. B Street. Meetings are broadcasted LIVE on OntarioTV and our local cable Channel 3.
For instructions on providing Public Comment and to view the Agenda, visit OntarioCA.gov/Agendas/CityCouncil.
For more information, please contact the City Clerk / Records Management Department at (909) 395-2009 or at City Hall, located at 303 E. B Street.
Upcoming City Council Meeting Dates:
Tuesday, September 3 at 6:30 PM
Tuesday, September 17 at 6:30 PM
Commemorate 9/11
 The City of Ontario invites you to observe a Moment of Silence on Wednesday, September 11, 2024, at 9:00 AM to honor and remember those who lost their lives on 9/11/2001.
Ontario Police Department
📍2500 S Archibald Ave, Ontario, CA
📅 Wednesday, September 11, 2024
🕒 9:00 AM
Mulch Giveaway
 Ontario residents, this month, you have two opportunities to participate in our Mulch Giveaway. You can take as much mulch as you need, but please remember to bring your own shovels and containers for collection and transport. Be sure to have proof of residency (ID or utility bill) ready to show in order to receive the mulch.
📍John Galvin Park | 1072 N. Grove Ave.
📅 Friday | September 13
⏰ 7 AM – 1 PM
💲Free for Ontario Residents
📍Ontario City Yard | 1440 S. Cucamonga Ave.
📅 Saturday | September 14
⏰ 7 AM – 1 PM
💲Free for Ontario Residents
Foodie Fest 2024
 Do you like sweet, savory, or salty? Can’t decide? That’s ok! Mark your calendars for September 14, because our first-ever Foodie Fest is the place to be!
An array of food vendors will help you indulge in your wildest foodie desires. Bring your family and friends to try the savors of the world while watching our live entertainment! For more information, visit Ontarioca.gov/SpecialEvents or please call (909) 395-2020.
📍Celebration Park North | 4980 S Celebration Ave., Ontario, CA
📅 Saturday | September 14
⏰ 3 PM – 8 PM
KinderGo
 Kindergarten parents! Keep an eye out for your child to come home from school with a KinderGo bag and wallet with a special message. KinderGo is a literacy and library card awareness project where Ontario city staff visit kindergarten classrooms to read a picture book, share a message about the importance of literacy, and introduce students to the city’s libraries. This initiative is provided in partnership with the Ontario-Montclair School District, Mountain View School District, Cucamonga School District, Chino Valley Unified School District, and St. George Parish School. KinderGo visits will occur from September 16 to September 27, 2024. Following the visits, kindergarteners and their families are invited to KinderFair. Each child receives a prize for obtaining a library card that day and can enjoy activities just for them! For more information, please call the Ovitt Family Community Library at (909) 395-2207.
KinderGo
📍Ovitt Community Library | 215 E C St, Ontario, CA 91764
📅 Saturday, September 28, 2024
🕒 1 PM - 3 PM
💲Free
 
Ontario Out and About
 Thank you, Ontario residents, for your interest in our Ontario-branded fans! We enjoyed receiving your photos from all of your summer adventures! If you have any more photos with your Ontario-branded fans that you would like to share, feel free to email them to communications@ontarioca.gov. Thank you again for participating!
Local Music • Entertainment • Ontario Upcoming Events
 Ontario Convention Center
- Thursday, September 5 - Sunday, September 8: Ontario Home & Backyard Show
- Sunday, September 15: Quincenera Expo 2024
- Friday, September 20 - Sunday, September 22: Creep I.E. Con - Aftermath
- Saturday, September 28: Another Fur Con
- Learn more about Ontario's Convention Center (here).
- For the latest news, click here.
 Toyota Arena
- Wednesday, September 4: Carin Leon
- Saturday, September 7: Gloria Trevi
- Sunday, September 8: Chayanne
- Friday, September 13: Billy Currington
- Sunday, September 15: El Mejor Del Planeta
- Saturday, September 21: Lil Wayne
- Monday, September 23: WWE Monday Night Raw
- Thursday, September 26: Pa'l Cora Tour
- Friday, September 27: Panteon Rococo
- Saturday, September 28: LA Kings vs Anaheim Ducks
To sign up for the Empire Newsletter and learn more about upcoming Toyota Arena events, click the button below.
Ontario International Airport
 It has been a busy summer at Ontario International Airport, with record passenger volumes, new service and great new amenities. More than 2.1 million passengers traveled through the airport between Memorial Day and Labor Day, up more than 15% from prior year. Excitement is high over popular new destinations such as Nashville and the wine country of Sonoma County, the latter of which will launch in October via Avelo Airlines. Meanwhile, the airport continues its re-imagining of airport amenities and concessions, with the recent opening of Mi Casa and ONT’s partnership with the California Science Center, featuring a space within Terminal 4 that offers travelers a unique, immersive video experience while waiting for their flights. To learn more and the latest ONT news, visit: flyontario.com
One Book, One Ontario | September 1 – September 30
 One Book, One Ontario highlights a book for everyone to read, fostering discussions and connections among participants. Join the shared reading experience with Nikki Erlick’s The Measure! This novel delves into the profound impact on individuals and their relationships when faced with choosing to know their lifespan or remain unaware. Participate in themed programs and events held at both library branches, including a special author event.
Beyond the Pages: A Conversation with Nikki Erlick
📍Ovitt Community Library | 215 E C St, Ontario, CA 91764
📅 September 25, 2024
🕒 6 PM - 8 PM
The Art of Healing
 The Art of Healing
The Ontario Museum of History & Art (OMHA) and Chaffey Community Museum of Art (CCMA) are pleased to present The Art of Healing, the fourth collaboration between the two museums. All four exhibits have been organized in the same way: presenting a single theme, interpreted in two distinct ways.
The Art of Healing explores how art can promote healing for patients, their families, and the artists themselves. This concept was locally exemplified in the mid-1950s when San Antonio Community Hospital assembled an art collection for display on hospital walls and in patient rooms. CCMA’s exhibit, Highlights from the San Antonio Hospital Collection, presents selected works from this collection. OMHA’s exhibition, Holistic Expressions, showcases the transformative power of art in the healing process through the work of five Southern California artists.
The Art of Healing | 📍Chaffey Community Museum of Art
217 S Lemon Ave, Ontario, CA 91761
📅 June 27 - October 20, 2024
Route 66 Cruisin' Reunion
 Cruisin' to a Rock and Roll Weekend
There's no better combination than classic cars, concerts, and cruising Euclid Avenue at the foot of Mount Baldy, with hundreds of other shiny, sweet rides. Route 66 Cruisin’ Reunion® is a Southern California ultimate weekend celebration of America’s love affair with the automobile and its world-famous highway, Route 66. Two days of cruisin’, contests, live entertainment, fabulous food, and revelry make it one of the best events of its kind. Held annually each September along historic, tree-shaded Euclid Avenue in Ontario, California, the Route 66 Cruisin’ Reunion is where classic cruisers, convertibles, hot rods, and wicked Woodies fuel a jam-packed jamboree. Join us Friday & Saturday, September 20 & 21, for the best car show of the summer.
Route 66 Cruisin’ Reunion®
📍Euclid Ave & I Street to Euclid Ave & B Street
📅 September 20 & 21, 2024
🕒 Friday: 5 PM - 11 PM || Saturday: 9 AM - 11 PM
🎵 Ontario Town Square
Community Resource Fair
 Join us for our Fall Community Resource Fair! Come see us for this free, family-friendly event and connect with various City departments and partner agencies. There will be lots of giveaways, fun, and demonstrations.
📍John Galvin Park | 1072 N Grove Ave, Ontario, CA
📅 Saturday | September 28
⏰ 9 AM – 2 PM
💲Free
Community Improvement: Tip of the Month
 Why is “code enforcement” important?
The Community Improvement Department is responsible for enforcing the Ontario Municipal Code on private property, which includes zoning, property maintenance, weed abatement on undeveloped lots and other substandard conditions on residential, commercial, and industrial properties. Community Improvement Department efforts are vital for ensuring public safety, maintaining the quality of life for residents, and preserving property values. It helps protect health and safety by ensuring buildings meet local standards and reduces community blight through proper maintenance. Community Improvement Department activities support environmental protection and upholds community standards, fostering pride among residents.
For additional information about the Community Improvement Department and the programs it offers, visit Ontarioca.gov/CommunityImprovement or call (909) 395-2007.
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September 3 & 17
Join us in person for the regularly scheduled City Council Meetings, held at 6:30 PM on the first and third Tuesdays of the month.
Meetings are held in the Council Chambers at City Hall, located at 303 E. B St. Can't attend in person? Meetings are also broadcasted LIVE on OntarioTV and our local cable Channel 3.
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September 11
The City of Ontario invites you to observe a Moment of Silence on Wednesday, September 11, 2024, at 9:00 AM to honor and remember those who lost their lives on 9/11/2001.
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September 28
Fall Community Resource Fair! This is a free, family-friendly event! Come out and learn about city and local resources, enjoy games, activities and demonstrations. See you there!
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October 5
Save the date! Ontario Fire Department will host their annual open house event on Saturday, October 5 at Fire Station #9. This is a free family-friendly event. More details to come!
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October 5
Save the date! Ontario Police Department will host their annual open house event on Saturday, October 5. This is a free family-friendly event. More details to come!
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