Events
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The Nutcracker – Inland Pacific Ballet
Fox Performing Arts Center 3801 Mission Inn ave., Riverside, California, United StatesA Holiday Tradition Your Family Will Treasure! Experience the magic of the holidays with family and friends at southern California’s most spectacular production of The Nutcracker from critically acclaimed Inland Pacific Ballet. This annual production tells the story of a young girl named Clara who receives a magical nutcracker doll Read more
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Duke Ellington’s Nutcracker Suite
Lewis Family Playhouse 12505 Cultural Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, CA, United States2 Performances Only! Delight in the sounds of the Nutcracker with the flair that only Sir Duke Ellington could orchestrate. You will be enthralled with the sounds of a live Big Band Orchestra and the sights of delightful dancers swinging their way into the holiday season. Join us for a Read more
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It’s a Wonderful Life
Ophelias Jump Productions 2009 Porterfield Way unit i, UplandOnly 4 Performances! A fun adaptation of the holiday classic featuring live Foley sound, music, and audience participation, and cameo performances by friendly, well-known faces. Holiday sing-along 20 minutes before each performance. OJP Yule Lounge opens one hour before each performance for holiday cocktails, hot cocoa, Santa's cookies, and other Read more
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First Friday; Pay What You Can Day
American Museum of Ceramic Art 399 N. Garey Ave, PomonaThanks to generous support from AMOCA’s Board of Directors, Museum admission for First Fridays at AMOCA is pay what you can. On the First Friday of each month, visit the Museum and choose your own ticket prices!
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Butcher Paper Zines
Pomona Valley Pride 235 West Mission Blvd., Pomona, California, United StatesBig, bold, and unapologetically lo-fi—this zine explores the art of creating with butcher paper. From wall-sized posters to spontaneous street publications, learn how to turn cheap rolls into powerful, large-format storytelling tools.
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Film Night: Buffalo Soldiers: Fighting on Two Fronts
Ontario Museum of History & Art 225 Euclid Ave, Ontario, CA, United StatesExperience an evening screening of Buffalo Soldiers: Fighting on Two Fronts, presented in conjunction with the exhibition For Race and Country: Buffalo Soldiers in California. The film examines Black soldiers’ service, segregation, and identity, highlighting their lasting impact on California and the nation. A facilitated discussion will follow the screening Read more
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Introductory Clay Class: Wheel Throwing
American Museum of Ceramic Art 399 N. Garey Ave, PomonaFriday, January 9, 2026 •5:30-6:30 PM or 7:30-8:30 PM • In person • $75 The perfect way to get your hands dirty, relax, and have fun! In this one-hour introductory class, you’ll learn the basics of throwing on the potter’s wheel. Advance registration required.
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Nature’s Way Fine Silver Pendant with Despina “Espie” Buoncristiani
The Sam and Alfreda Maloof Foundation for Arts and Craft 5131 Carnelian Street, Rancho Cucamonga, CA, United StatesDiscover the beauty of the natural world and learn how to capture it in fine silver. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll create reusable molds from organic materials that reveal extraordinary detail. Once your mold has cured, you’ll use it to form your own unique pendant with Art Clay Fine Silver. Read more
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Second Saturday Docent Tour
American Museum of Ceramic Art 399 N. Garey Ave, PomonaSaturday, January 10, 2026 • 3:00 PM • In Person On the second Saturday of each month, AMOCA’s docents offer a guided look into one of our current exhibitions. January’s tour will focus on Fired in Revolution: Ceramics from the People’s Republic of China. Second Saturday tours are free with museum admission.
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Closing Reception and Conversation for The Hard-Edged Genius of Karl Benjamin: Selections from the Family Collection
Chaffey Community Museum of Art 217 S. Lemon, Ontario, CAA Conversation with Beth Benjamin moderated by Wendy Slatkin and Timothy LeBlanc at 3 PM Don’t miss the final opportunity to view this exhibition celebrating the diversity and creativity of noted Claremont painter Karl Benjamin on his 100th birthday. At 3 PM, Karl’s daughter Beth will provide insight into her Read more
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Winter Clay Classes @ The Studio
American Museum of Ceramic Art 399 N. Garey Ave, PomonaJanuary -February 2026 • Days and Times vary • In Person 6-week ceramic courses for adults meet once a week and encourage development of ceramic skills, including hand-building, wheel throwing, and more!
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Artist in Residence Information Session
American Museum of Ceramic Art 399 N. Garey Ave, PomonaTuesday, January 13, 2026 • 12:00 – 1:00PM • Virtual Join us for a conversation with AMOCA staff, alongside current/former resident artists, to learn more about the 2026-2027 Artist in Residence program. Applications open January 31, 2026.