La Verne Spreads Holiday Cheer Through Modified and Virtual Winter Events
Although the coronavirus has impacted many celebrations, the City of La Verne plans to continue its holiday traditions in both virtual and modified settings while also introducing a few new ones. This winter season, the City will be hosting four (4) virtual and three (3) modified events for all La Verne residents to enjoy. The La Verne holiday season would not be complete without the City’s annual Christmas Tree Lighting event. In order to help protect the community, the City will hold this merry and
Every Child Deserves Shoes That Fit - Holiday ''Give and Go'' Shoe Drive, Saturday, December 5
The Annual Holiday Open House and Shoe Drive has become an annual tradition where the office of Assemblymember Chris Holden, 41st Assembly District, partners with the nonprofit organization Shoes That Fit to provide new athletic shoes to school aged children in need.Unfortunately, due to the COVID-19 health pandemic, Holden will not have the open house, but the children still need help, so he will instead be hosting a 'give-and-go' shoe drive drop-off in front of his district office. You can make a
Pomona Valley Habitat for Humanity Hosts DIY Contest for Holiday ReStore Shoppers
In the spirit of getting your home ready for the holidays Pomona Valley Habitat for Humanity is announcing its inaugural ReStore DIY contest. Most of us have been spending more time at home lately, and pandemic home remodeling is booming as more people are finding the time to do those home projects they’ve been talking about doing. We want to encourage people to think of our ReStore as a resource and encourage recycling and diverting waste. We are encouraging our shoppers to get creative as they get
Starting this Friday, New Restrictions Will be in Place
Effective Friday, November 20, Los Angeles County will tighten pandemic safeguards and restrictions as COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations continue to increase significantly. These safeguards and restrictions protect the public health and safety of our residents, and their ability to be served in our hospitals.COVID-19 cases have more than doubled since the beginning of November and hospitalizations have increased from an average of about 900 a day to well over 1,000 a day in same time period.The first
Join Inland Valley Repertory Theatre for a Virtual “Coney Island Christmas”
Inland Valley Repertory Theatre company (IVRT) is pleased to announce the opening of “Coney Island Christmas” presented as a livestream online. Director Frank Minano said, “IVRT, like so many local theatres, is being innovative during the pandemic and offering a readers theatre experience so that audiences may still enjoy good theatre in the comfort and safety of their home. This is not Zoom, rather a presentation that is as accessible as one mouse click.” About the play: Pulitzer Prize-winner Donald
University of La Verne Increases Annual Scholarships to $15,000 for Students from PACE Schools
The University of La Verne is now offering a minimum of $15,000 in annual scholarships to eligible students from high schools and organizations that participate in the university’s Partnership for Access to College Education (PACE) program. This marks an annual increase of $5,000 from previous years. The increase in guaranteed scholarships for eligible freshmen who begin in the fall of 2021 reflects the university’s recognition of the financial challenges many students and their families are facing
City of La Verne Continues to Make Strides Towards Reducing Homelessness
Through the goals and initiatives outlined by the City of La Verne’s Plan to Prevent and Reduce Homelessness (Homeless Plan), the City has reduced its homeless count by more than 50% from 21 individuals in 2019 to 10 as of January 2020. In addition to decreasing the number of homeless individuals in the community, the City has also made great strides over the past year-and-half toward homelessness prevention thanks to the comprehensive nature of the Homeless Plan and access to grant funding.Homelessness is
Sowing Seeds for Life Seeking Donations for Holiday Pantry
CAN YOU HELP US?Sowing Seeds for Life is collecting gift cards for local families this holiday season. Gift Cards valued at $10-$20 will be given to pantry families attending the December 9th distribution should we run out of toys. One gift card or two toys per vehicle will be given out while supplies last.Please help us to share the love of the season. Please mail your gift cards to: Sowing Seeds For Life, 1350 Arrow Highway La Verne 91750Attn: Fran RobertsonFor more information please email
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La Verne Chamber of Commerce Seeks Nominations for 2021 Excellence in La Verne Awards
The La Verne Chamber of Commerce has opened nominations for its Excellence in La Verne Awards, which honor businesses for outstanding contributions to the economic health and quality of life in La Verne.The categories are:Business of the YearNew Business of the YearNot for Profit Organization of the YearFamily-Owned Business of the YearEmployer of the YearEveryone is welcome to submit his or her company or another company for a nomination. Nominees must be located in La Verne or be a member of the La Verne
Metro Seeking Members for New Advisory Committee
Metro will be hosting an information session on Thursday, Nov. 5, 6-7 p.m., regarding the newly created Public Safety Advisory Committee. Click here to apply to be part of this committee. The PSAC will work with Metro’s System Security and Law Enforcement, Office of Civil Rights & Inclusion, Office for Equity and Race and the Executive Officer for Customer Experience in developing a community-based approach to public safety on the transit system. This includes, but is not limited to:Developing a mission
American Pickers to Film in California in December
Mike Wolfe, Frank Fritz, and their team are excited to return to California! They plan to film episodes of the hit series American Pickers throughout your area in December 2020. American Pickers is a documentary series that explores the fascinating world of antique “picking” on History.The hit show follows Mike and Frank, two of the most skilled pickers in the business, as they hunt for America’s most valuable antiques. They are always excited to find sizeable, unique collections and learn the
FREE PPE for LA County Small Businesses
The Los Angeles SBDC has launched a new PPE giveaway program called PPE Unite™ that will provide free Personal Protective Equipment to LA small businesses. Businesses with fewer than 50 employees can apply to receive a one-month supply of face masks, hand sanitizer, and face shields through the PPE Unite™distribution program. These supplies are offered on a first come, first served basis, so don't delay - sign up today! The LA SBDC is here for you and your small business, partnering with you every
Health Officer Order Updates
On Friday, The Department of Public Health made additional updates to the Health Officer Order. All personal care establishments, including massage therapists, tanning salons, electrologists, waxing, and body art studios, can now operate indoors with modifications. In addition, recreational activities such as batting cages, mini golf and go cart racing can now operate outdoors, also with modifications. As for breweries and wineries, reservations will no longer be required; however, it is strongly
Let's Feed LA
The County of Los Angeles is committed to feeding our most vulnerable communities during the Coronavirus pandemic. We are mobilizing public agencies, nonprofits and volunteers to provide meals to anyone in need during the long months to come. This portal connects those in need to those who can help. The food-insecure can find meal and voucher programs and community organizations can find out how to connect people to the goods that are most needed. Click on the map above to find a list of local County
Sunflare releases glassless solar module for metal roof installations
Sunflare has introduced its LiteMount solar panel to the market. The lightweight CIGS thin-film module seamlessly integrates with existing metal roof racking attachments. The panel weighs one-quarter less than most silicon framed modules. “Our mission is to reduce CO2, so it’s imperative to find innovative ways to go where traditional solar can’t,” said Sunflare CEO Philip Gao. “At almost 4-lb per square foot, silicon is too heavy to be installed on many metal roofs.” LiteMount is a lightweight,
THE ELF ON THE SHELF’S MAGICAL HOLIDAY JOURNEY DEBUTS IN LOS ANGELES COUNTY FOR A LIMITED TIME
Global holiday phenomenon The Elf on the Shelf: A Christmas Tradition from The Lumistella Company, in partnership with Constellation Immersive, a newly formed affiliate of leading entertainment and sports agency Creative Artists Agency (CAA), transforms Los Angeles County into a magical wonderland this holiday season. The Elf on the Shelf’s Magical Holiday Journey, a one-of-a-kind immersive drive-thru experience, incorporating social distancing rules and health safety precautions, launches November
SoCalGas Increasing Rebates on Energy Efficient Appliances, Smart Thermostats Through End of Year
Southern California Gas Co. (SoCalGas) today announced the company is increasing rebates by an additional 50% on all energy efficient appliances offered through its rebate program now through December 31, 2020. This means customers can get an additional 50% cash back on energy efficient products that will help them conserve energy and reduce their SoCalGas bill. The rebates are funded through energy efficiency incentive programs created by the California Public Utilities Commission. “SoCalGas is offering
Shop Local Membership Perks Program
In advance of the 2019-20 school year, Bonita Council PTA in partnership with the La Verne and San Dimas Chambers of Commerce encourages ALL chamber members to participate in the value-added Shop Local Membership Perks Program for current PTA and PTSA members. Members from the La Verne and San Dimas Chambers of Commerce can sign up to participate in this NO COST promotional opportunity by completing a simple application and commit to offer a promotion to the current Bonita Council PTA members (The
