Events
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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.
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Artisan Pinch Pot Workshop with Pottery Artist Christine Schwandt
The Sam and Alfreda Maloof Foundation for Arts and Craft 5131 Carnelian Street, Rancho Cucamonga, CA, United StatesJoin pottery artist Christine Schwandt for an engaging, hands-on pinch pot workshop designed for all skill levels. Discover the traditional technique of pinch pottery as Christine guides you through shaping clay using your hands as the primary tools. You’ll begin with a simple lump of clay, learning how to form, Read more
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Studio Saturdays: Dream World Collage
Ontario Museum of History & Art 225 Euclid Ave, Ontario, CA, United StatesDrop in and create a colorful collage with artist, Krafty Sunflower that reflects your hopes for a better future. Using magazines, found drawings, and colored paper, imagine a world filled with peace, respect, and acceptance of all people. Inspired by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s dream of equality and justice, Read more
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Opening Reception: Compulsion and The Store
American Museum of Ceramic Art 399 N. Garey Ave, PomonaSaturday, January 17, 2026 • 4:00 – 6:00PM • In Person Join us for the opening reception for AIR 2026: Compulsion and The Store of Sturtevant’s The Store of Claes Oldenburg: Reniel Del Rosario. Admission to the event and Museum galleries is complimentary with advance registration.
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Museum Meet Cute
American Museum of Ceramic Art 399 N. Garey Ave, PomonaSaturday, January 24, 2026 • 3:00 – 4:00PM • In Person • $15 / $10 Exhibition Manager Pam Aliaga will lead a tour of Fired in Revolution: Ceramics from the People’s Republic of China and offer two signature boba drinks, created in house, to complement the exhibition. Pre-registration is required.
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Introductory Clay Class: Hand Building
American Museum of Ceramic Art 399 N. Garey Ave, PomonaFriday, January 30, 2026 •5:30-7:30 PM • In person • $75 In this evening introductory class, you’ll learn the basics of hand building, using air dry clay. You’ll craft your own whimsical garden gnome, perfect for your patio, desk, or bookshelf. Are you an AMOCA member? Join this class for free — we’ve set aside six Read more
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Natural Fiber Basket with Kim Oakley
The Sam and Alfreda Maloof Foundation for Arts and Craft 5131 Carnelian Street, Rancho Cucamonga, CA, United StatesDiscover the art of basket weaving in this engaging introductory workshop led by Kim Oakley. Perfect for beginners, this hands-on experience introduces essential techniques using natural materials. During the workshop, participants will also step inside the Maloof historic home for a special visit to view Alfreda Maloof’s baskets, including examples Read more
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Generations of Creativity: The Art of the Svenson Family Opening Reception
Chaffey Community Museum of Art 217 S. Lemon, Ontario, CAThis exhibition presents a wealth of rarely seen works of art by sculptor John Edward Svenson and his family – David and Kazumi + John and Sharon. The works are created in a wide variety of media from traditional carved wooden sculpture to mixed media and neon. The scale ranges Read more
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First Thursdays: Buffalo Soldiers History Discussion
Ontario Museum of History & Art 225 Euclid Ave, Ontario, CA, United StatesJoin the Museum for an afternoon discussion of the exhibition For Race and Country: Buffalo Soldiers in California. In this introductory lecture, we will examine the legacy of the Buffalo Soldiers and highlight the individuals and communities working to preserve their memory. Light refreshments will be provided.