National Library Week (April 6 - 12)
 Celebrate National Library Week with Ontario City Library!
April 6 – April 12, 2025
Since 1958, National Library Week has honored the vital role libraries play in our communities — connecting people, providing free access to information and offering so much more than books!
Discover what’s happening at Ontario City Library:
Libraries are spaces for learning, creating and sharing. Celebrate with us during National Library Week at your local Ontario City Library, when we will have a fun event every day. Experience it for yourself on Friday, April 11, from 4 PM – 6 PM at Ovitt Family Community Library, where there will be activities for all ages.
The Grand Ontario Egg Hunt
 Join the Spring festivities during The Ontario Grand Egg Hunt week, with two chances to enjoy a family-friendly atmosphere and unique Egg Hunt experiences! Pre-registration is required for the Egg Hunt activity, and age limits will be enforced. Participants must bring their own basket.
Find the giant eggs! The hunt begins on Monday, April 14, as giant Easter eggs are hidden throughout Ontario. Find one and redeem it for a prize at the Easter Egg Hunt Event at Ontario Town Square on April 19, 2025.
Rules: Ontario residents only, one egg per household, ID required. City employees and their families are not eligible.
For more information, please call the Recreation & Community Services department at (909) 395-2020.
📍Celebration Park North | 4980 S. Celebration Avenue
📅 Sunday, April 13, 2025
🕗 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
📍Ontario Town Square | 224 N. Euclid Avenue
📅 Saturday, April 19, 2025
🕗 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Rewear Repair Relove
 Join us for a one-day unique and regional showcase of artists’ books, catalogues, monographs, periodicals, prints and zines. The Museum will open its galleries to 50 exhibitors including publishing houses, independent press collectives, artists, zine-makers, printmakers, and individuals practicing in experimental paper formats. Programming will include a hands-on zine making workshop hosted by the Ontario City Library, print-making activities, artist talks, and temporary art installations.
📍Ontario Museum of History & Art | 225 S. Euclid Ave.
📅 Saturday, March 29, 2025
🕗 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Silent Disco
 Enjoy EDM/House, 80's & 90's Throwback, Hip/Hop, R&B, and Reggaeton. All ages are welcome! $5 fee per headset. Registration is required. Space is limited. Sensory hours will be held 5 PM - 6 PM. Family-friendly hours will be held 6 PM - 9PM.
For more information, please call the Recreation & Community Services department at (909) 395-2020.
📍Ontario Town Square | 224 N. Euclid Avenue
📅 Friday, April 25, 2025
🕗 5:00 - 9:00 PM
Día de los Niños
 Who’s ready for Dia De Los Niños?
Prepare for an unforgettable day of fun, family, and fantastic stories! Join us to celebrate reading, where we’ll explore diverse tales, languages, and cultures. There will be kids' performances, arts and crafts, and exciting games. Let’s make this a bookish fiesta to remember!
For more information, please call (909) 395-2207 or visit OntarioCA.gov/Library
📍Ovitt Family Community Library | 215 E. C St.
📅 Saturday, April 26, 2025
🕗 1:00 - 3:00 PM
- May 17 - 18, 2025: Comic Con Revolution
- Learn more about Ontario's Convention Center (here).
- For the latest news, click here.
- Various Dates: Ontario Reign
- Thursday, April 24 - Sunday, April 27: Disney On Ice!
- Saturday, May 3: Palomazo Norteno
- Thursday, May 8: J Balvin
- Friday, May 9: New Japan Pro Wrestling
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ONT continues to see year-over-year passenger gains
 Ontario International Airport (ONT) recorded its 48th consecutive month of year-over-year passenger growth in February, as 450,093 air travelers chose Ontario last month. The increase came despite one fewer travel day due to Leap Year in 2024. Adjusting for the shorter month in 2025, ONT passenger volume was 3.6% higher than February 2024. Over the first two months of the year, ONT passenger traffic was 0.6% above year-ago levels. The next several months will see new service launching to Chicago and Baltimore/Washington as well as four international destinations in Mexico and Asia.
Community Improvement: Tip of the Month
 Did you know the City of Ontario has a Weed and Refuse Abatement Program?
Owners of vacant lots are required to keep their properties clear of trash, debris and weeds. However, in Spring and Fall each year, the Community Improvement Department conducts systematic inspections of vacant lots to ensure they are maintained to City standards. Spring inspections begin on April 7, 2025 and last about two weeks.
If vacant properties are in violation of City standards, the property owner receives a Notice of Violation and an opportunity to correct the issue. If the property is not cleaned up within two weeks, additional penalties begin to accrue. In some cases, the City is required to clean the property and passes the cost along to the owner.
The Weed and Refuse Abatement program is important for several reasons. It reduces the likelihood of fires spreading through our City, making our neighborhoods safer. It also increases the appearance of neighborhoods, helping make the City a better place to live.
If you have questions about the Weed and Refuse Abatement Program, visit Ontarioca.gov/CommunityImprovement or call (909) 395-2007.
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