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 The Claremont Helen Renwick Library Rededication Ceremony was held on Wednesday, September 17. The library was rededicated to recognize Helen Renwick, a teacher, author, community activist and philanthropist, who donated the land for the library.
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UPCOMING MEETINGS & EVENTS
September 19
Special Needs Fall Ball Dance @ 6pm-9pm - Learn More Here
September 22
2025 Emergency Preparedness Ad Hoc Committee Special Meeting @ 6:30pm - Learn More Here
Committee on Human Relations Special Meeting @ 7pm - Learn More Here
September 23
City Council Meeting @ 6:30pm - Learn More Here
September 24
Architectural and Preservation Commission Meeting @ 7pm - Learn More Here
September 25
Traffic and Transportation Commission Meeting @ 7pm - Learn More Here
All agendas may be found attached to the meeting’s calendar listing on the City website. Click the hyperlink to view.
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Emergency Preparedness Ad Hoc Committee Meeting
Mayor Calaycay has created an Ad Hoc Committee to review the City's emergency management policies and practices and make recommendations for future emergency preparedness measures.
The next meeting will be held on Monday, September 22 at 6:30pm in the City Council Chamber. Meetings are live streamed on Zoom, but speakers are not able to provide public comment on Zoom or telephone. Public comment can be made in person or in writing by email/mail. Material for this meeting is available at the link below.
Swatting Incident
On Friday, September 12, the Claremont Police Department received a phone call from the Suicide Hotline reporting they had received a call from a subject stating they shot their relatives inside a residence in the 4000 block of Las Casas Avenue. The caller gave specific details of the shooting to the Suicide Hotline, which included the number of victims and the weapon used.
Claremont Police Department Officers, along with personnel from La Verne and Pomona Police Departments, arrived to investigate the call. Contact was made with the residents who were inside the location. There were no victims located and no signs of any crime. Extensive resources were used in response to the call for service, which was later determined to be a false report or “swatting incident.”
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PICTURE OF THE WEEK
The Blaisdell Community Center will resume regular operations on September 22 with some brand-new improvements!
Upgrades include a fully renovated kitchen, a refreshed dining space, and new eco-friendly service using reusable tableware.
Lunches for adults aged 60 and older will be served promptly at 12pm, Monday through Friday. Participation will be permitted on a first-come, first-served basis until capacity is reached. Lunch is also served Monday through Friday at 11:30am at the Joslyn Center.
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MORE UPDATES
City Council Meeting
September 23, 2025
The next regular meeting of the City Council is Tuesday, September 23 at 6:30pm. City Council meetings are open to the public for in-person attendance. Meetings are live streamed on Zoom, but speakers are not able to provide public comment on Zoom or telephone. Public comment can be made in person or in writing by email/mail.
November 11 Council Meeting Cancelled Due to Holiday
Special City Council Meeting to be held on November 12, 2025
Since the Veterans Day holiday falls on the November 11 regular City Council meeting date, the meeting has been moved to Wednesday, November 12 at 6:30pm as a Special Meeting. The City Council meets the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 6:30pm in the Council Chamber. Agendas are posted on the website and at City Hall the Thursday evening before the meeting.
November Special Election
Key Dates & Deadlines
This year, there will be a Statewide Special Election on November 4. The last day to register to vote for the November 4 Election is October 20.
Below are some key dates and deadlines for the Special Election:
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September 25: Sample Ballot and State Voter Info Guides mailing begins.
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October 2: Vote-by-Mail (VBM) ballots mailing begins and Drop Boxes open.
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October 6: In-person voting available at the LA County Clerk/Recorder’s Office begins (10am-7pm).
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October 20: Voter registration deadline to receive a VBM ballot.
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October 25: Initial Vote Centers open (Hours: 10am-7pm).
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October 28: Last day to request a VBM ballot.
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November 1: All Vote Centers open.
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November 4: Election Day (Vote Center Hours: 7am–8pm).
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December 2: County will certify election results.
For more information, to register to vote, or check your voter registration, visit the County’s election website at www.lavote.gov.
2026 Election Administration Plan
Community Feedback Sought
This week, L.A. County published the 2026 Draft Election Administration Plan (EAP) and released the schedule of upcoming public hearings. They are seeking community feedback on the plan.
What is the EAP?
The EAP outlines how L.A. County administers elections under the California Voter’s Choice Act. It explains how voting options are expanded, accessible, and secure — allowing all voters to participate in a way that works best for them.
The plan also describes:
- How Vote Center and Ballot Drop Boxes are identified and selected.
- Accessibility and language assistance services.
- Voter education and outreach efforts to ensure that every community has the information and resources needed to participate.
The Draft EAP is updated regularly and shaped by input from community members, advocacy groups, and election experts. Below are links to the draft plan, the public hearing schedule, and public comment form.
View Draft EAP
Public Hearing Schedule
Public Comment Form
Applicants Sought for Independence Day Committee
Application Deadline - November 6
Residents interested in taking a more active role in the City’s decision-making process are encouraged to apply for appointment to a committee. Applications are currently being sought for appointment to the Independence Day Committee (IDC).
The IDC was established to advise the Community and Human Services Commission on information related to the Fourth of July Celebration and recommend policies and regulations to govern the celebration. Committee members will be called upon to help develop goals and outcomes of the celebration, engage the community, and review and evaluate programs.
The application deadline is Thursday, November 6, 2025. For more information, visit the link below.
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Special Needs & Inclusion
Fall Ball Dance
On Friday, September 19, the City will be hosting its second annual Fall Ball for those with special needs and their families. This event will be held from 6pm to 9pm at the YAC, with the first hour set aside as a family dance for those 5-12 years old, and the second two hours will be for those 13 and older. This is a free event, and a parent/guardian must remain on site (no drop-offs). For more information, please call (909) 399-5490 or email mcastillo@claremontca.gov. To register, please visit the link below.
Senior Program News
Teen Techies - September 25
Need tech assistance? Attend this drop-in workshop on Thursday, September 25, from 3:45pm to 5pm to receive one-on-one tech tutoring from teen volunteers from Claremont High School. Bring your smartphone, tablet, or laptop to the Youth Activity Center (1717 N. Indian Hill Blvd) to learn how to use your device to its fullest potential.
Movie Matinee @ Blaisdell - September 26
Enjoy FREE snacks and watch the film The Greatest Showman at the Blaisdell Community Center on Friday, September 26 at 12:30pm. Starring Hugh Jackman, Zac Efron, and Zendaya, the movie is a musical film about P.T Barnum, who has a wide imagination and hosts a show with unordinary people. This drop-in activity occurs on the 4th Friday of every month except November and December.
Autumn in the Garden - October 10
Take a trip from the Joslyn Center to the Tri-City Therapeutic Community Garden from 10am to 11am on Friday, October 10. Enjoy a tour of the fall garden and enjoy crafts and games or relax in the natural space. Participants are encouraged to wear closed-toe shoes and weather-appropriate clothing. A free to-go lunch will be provided after returning to the Joslyn Center. Free transportation is provided from the Joslyn Center. Activity level: Moderate. Space is limited. Registration is required. Registration Link
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YOUTH PROGRAMS
TRACKS Activity Center
(Grades 7-8)
TAC September Calendar
Youth Activity Center
(Grades 9-12)
YAC September Calendar
Development Workshop - "If I Ran the TAC" - September 23
Head to the TAC and put your leadership hat on! Students will participate in a workshop that allows them to dream big and design their ideal version of the TAC. From 3pm to 4pm, create your own rules, clubs, workshops, and snack bar menus! Your ideas help shape real change!
Back to School Bash - September 26
Celebrate the start of the new school year with us at our annual Back to School Bash! Join us on Friday, September 26, from 3:30pm to 6pm at the YAC and Joāt Park for a fun-filled evening! Enjoy free food from the taco man, snap a photo with your friends in our photo booth, vibe out to a live band, and hop into the basketball arcade games for some friendly competition. All who attend must be registered with the TAC or YAC before the event. With giveaways, activities, and so much more, this is one event you don’t want to miss!
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SPECIAL EVENTS & COMMUNITY NEWS
On Friday, September 19 at noon, Metro will officially begin passenger service on the Glendora to Pomona extension of the Metro A Line. All rides on the Metro rail, bus, bike share and Metro Micro will be free from the beginning of passenger service until 3am on Monday, September 22. |
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Claremont Graduate University is celebrating its centennial with a series of events starting in October. Join CGU staff, faculty, alumni and the community as we celebrate this milestone together.
Community members are welcome at all events.
For more information, and an event listing, visit the CGU 100 website below.
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The City of Claremont invites all to attend the annual Halloween Spooktacular on Saturday, October 11 from 3pm to 6pm at Lewis Park. This free event is a great opportunity to celebrate Halloween with some family fun!
This year's Spooktacular will feature carnival-style games, Howl-O-Ween Dog Costume Contest, Children’s Costume Contest, Special Needs Sensory Zone, and more. Food trucks will be operating throughout the entire event. Costume Contests will begin at 5:30pm. For more information about the City of Claremont’s Halloween Spooktacular, visit the link below.
Put on your best costume and get ready to dance the night away to hauntingly good music at the Claremont Police Foundation's Halloween Party! Enjoy delicious treats, drinks, music, dancing, a costume contest, and a silent/live auction. The CPF Halloween Party will be on Thursday, October 23 from 6pm to 10pm at Padua Hills Theatre. Don't miss out on this wickedly fun event! Grab your tickets now at the link below.
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