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Hey Reader!
Midsummer has come and went, unfortunately for some, with high winds and overcast skies…but don’t let that stop you from experiencing the CULTURE San Bernardino has on the rise! Even if the season may be winding down, there is still plenty on the horizon when it comes to building community through connection and discovering what this space has to offer. From explosive music tributes to winding down with woodcarving, there is an extensive range of events for August. Keep reading to find out what’s happening across the county!
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Hesperia Community Farmers Market
Every Saturday | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Civic Plaza Park | 15833 Smoke Tree Hesperia, CA 92345
Got a free Saturday Afternoon? Head down to the Hesperia Farmer’s Market! Featuring artisanal goods, local farm products, fantastic food, and growing businesses in a space that promotes connection, gatherings, and local shopping.
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Motown Explosion: Night of Tributes and Performances
Saturday, August 1 | 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Adelanto Plaza | 12000 Stadium Way Adelanto, CA 92301
Looking for some high energy and lively music? The city of Adelanto is putting together a celebration/tribute to the era of Motown Music, featuring live performances that pay homage to the many artists that created the explosion of sound from the 60s and 70s. Consider joining! After all, it's “more than just a concert.”
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Second Saturdays: Bead Snakes
Saturday, August 8 | 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Victor Valley Museum | 11873 Apple Valley Road, Apple Valley
Any and all are invited to Victor Valley Museums recreational event for this month that sharpens hands on creativity, fine motor skills, and overall connection through their relaxing Bead Snake workshop. You can bring the whole family!
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Trivia Night at 3rd Strike Beer Co.
1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month | 6:30 PM
3rd Strike Beer Co |12221 Poplar Street #STE 3 Hesperia, CA 92344
Hosted by King Trivia, come on down and throw your hat into the ring to win potential prizes! Taking place inside of a newly opened Brewery, drinks and food will be available to gulp down while pondering about answers to tough questions. Be prepared!
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Woodcarving!
Tuesday, August 11 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Yucca Valley community center | 57090 Twentynine Palms HWY Yucca Valley, CA 92284
The Yucca Valley Community Center is offering hands-on insight into the art of woodcarving. For just two dollars you can learn more about woodcarving basics while also putting those skills to the test, but don’t fret! Experts will be on deck.
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Summer History Series
Friday, August 14 | 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
SkyPark Santa’s Village | 28950 California 18 Skyforest, CA 92385
History is defined by culture! Learn more about it and the mountains surrounding Southern California through the last event of SkyPark’s Summer History Series. Follow along with historical expert Russ Keller while he explains the history behind the logging industry that helped build the community you may be familiar with. Stick around afterwards for some food and beverages.
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Big Bear MX Grand Prix by O'Neal
August 19 to August 23 | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Bear Mountain | 43101 Goldmine Drive Big Bear Lake, CA, 92315
Racing dirtbikes, action, and prizes! Big Bear Mountain is helping host a Grand Prix over the summer. Join in and have some outdoor fun ranging from ages 5 and up. Whether you want to participate or watch the professionals get to it, there should be something for everyone.
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Fiber Arts Gathering
Sunday, August 16 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Wrightwood Arts Center | 6045 Park Drive, Wrightwood CA 92397
Do you cross stitch, crochet, knit? Come up to the Wrightwood Arts Center where the fiber arts community is gathering for their monthly meeting to show off their hard work and just generally connect with other creatives. Attendance is free and all ages are welcome!
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Kids Adventure Race
August 28 to August 30 | 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Bear Mountain | 43101 Goldmine Dr, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
Three summer days filled with outdoor adventure! Take the whole family to Big Bears very own Kids Adventure Race and experience outdoor activities promoting fun and health through alpine activities.
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Tour De Big Bear
Friday July 31st to August 2nd | 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Big Bear Lake | 43101 Goldmine Dr, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
Come on up to SoCal's premier cycling fest! Spend your time amidst the beautiful San Bernardino mountains and experience the sense of community there while attending to a series with over nine events, including family friendly things and as always food and drink.
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Call for Art! (SBAA's Open Art Exhibit)
Entry Deadline is August 24 | Timing Varies
The Garcia Center for the Arts | 536 W. 11th St., San Bernardino CA 92410
Looking for an opportunity to submit your art and have it potentially showcased and win prize money? The Garcia Center for the Arts is opening up their 2026 exhibition to submissions!
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Slasher Market Pop Up
Saturday, August 1 | 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM
The Hideout at Good Trouble | 922 New York Street #Suite C Redlands, CA 92374
You love horror? The macabre? Spooky scary stuff? Feel free to RSVP to the Slasher Market Pop Up. A market for all of your horror needs and opportunities. It’ll be packed with vendors, collectibles, photo opportunities, and even more!
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Sensory Hours: Kinetic Sand Fossil Cart
Wednesday, August 19 | 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
San Bernardino County Museum | 2024 Orange Tree Lane Redlands, CA 92374
The San Bernardino County Museum is hosting Sensory Hours this month! Join educators in their Hall of Earth Science Floor where you can closely examine real fossils and participate in “excavating” fossils through kinetic sand. Open to all ages!
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Splash Pad and Snow Cones
Tuesday, August 4 | 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Prado Regional Park | 16700 Euclid Ave Chino, CA 91708
Join the regional parks team in an event that promotes fun and learning combined for a fun day in the sun (and water)! From hands-on environmental based activities to tasty snow cones and exciting games for the whole family to join in.
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Community Monthly Meet Up
Tuesday, August 4 | 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
The Garcia Center for the Arts | 536 W, 11th Street, San Bernardino CA 92410
A monthly event for artists to meet up, show off some work, and connect with other creatives! Or if you simply know of an artist looking for like minded passions, let them know so they can be part of the local San Bernardino Arts Avenue.
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Fontana Car Show
August 7 | 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Spring St between Juniper and Sierra | Spring St, Fontana, CA 92335
Join the city of Fontana for its return of the car show series! Either as a spectator or a participant, this inclusive show is free and open to the public and encourages connection through passion for cars and or car art in general.
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Senior Center Luau Party
Tuesday, August 11 | 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Central Park | 11200 Base Line Road, Rancho Cucamonga CA 91701
Celebrate summer down in Rancho with a tropical luau themed party. An event with live music, community, and fun games all in part to bring warm and good energy to the community as a whole but especially the Seniors in our community.
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Moonlight and Music at Magnolia Park
Thursday, August 06 | 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Magnolia Park | 651 W 15th St, Upland, CA 91786
Gather under the moon to stargaze and connect with your community! Upland is hosting an event that promotes live music, local food vendors, and also cold drinks. It’s the final live event of their own summer series, you won’t want to miss it!
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Instrument Petting Zoo w/ Agua from MiLPA
Thursday, August 13 | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Celebration Park North | 4980 S Celebration Ave. Ontario CA 91762
Join the city of Ontario in helping others learn more about the world through sound. Young people and families can come together in hands-on access with instruments taken from all parts of the world that help connect them through cultural history and the art of sound.
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Catfish Derby
Saturday, August 22 | 5:30 PM to 10:30 PM
Guasti Regional Park | 800 N Archibald Ave Ontario, CA 91764
Regional Parks is hosting their very own night-fishing opportunity! Open to all ages, this catfish derby will be a place to hone or show off your fishing skills while spending time with family and making connections. Prizes for catches available! All are welcome!
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We’re always looking to share more of what’s happening across San Bernardino County; from art shows and performances to festivals, workshops, and neighborhood projects. If you’ve got something creative or cultural in the works, let us know! Submit your event for next month’s issue and help keep our community in the know.
(This newsletter goes out at the end of each month and features events for the month ahead.)
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