Michael Jr.’s “Funny How Marriage Works Tour”
OCT. 12
This comedy show is perfect for couples. Get ready to laugh and have a great time as Michael Jr. performs his act. From talk shows to Ted Talks, he’s taken the world by storm with laughter.
Water of Life Community Church, 7625 East Avenue, Fontana, $37.88, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., wateroflifecc.org
Hispanic Heritage Month Cultural Celebration
OCT. 14
This heritage festival will feature traditional Hispanic singing, dancing and artwork by students across the Fontana Unified School District. Local vendors will sell sweets and drinks there as well.
Fontana High School, 9453 Citrus Avenue, Fontana, free admission, fusd.net
A Parent Workshop: “Equipping Parents to Raise Star Readers”
OCT. 15
“Equipping Parents to Raise Star Readers” provides parents with tips and other recommendations for teaching young children how to read. It will also include a question-and-answer session, literacy resources and light refreshments.
Fontana Chamber of Commerce, 8491 Sierra Avenue, Fontana, $20, 10 a.m. to noon, brightstarsliteracyconnection.com
Art Work
OCT. 15
Dignity Health St. Bernardine Medical Center will host a free art walk to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month. Local artists, students and staff will display their work in front of the hospital.
Dignity Health St. Bernardine Medical Center, 2101 N. Waterman Avenue, San Bernardino, free, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., dignityhealth.org
Groundation
OCT. 16
The reggae fusion band Groundation has seen worldwide acclaim, performing in over 35 countries on five continents. It has released 10 studio albums, and the band is widely known for its 2003 release “Hebron Gate,” and its latest release is “One Rock.”
Stage Red, 8463 Sierra Avenue, Fontana, $43.45, 6 p.m., stageredfontana.com
16th K-9 Pals Golf Tournament
OCT. 18
This is a fundraising event for the nonprofit Fontana K-9 Pals. Golfers can partake in a free driving range, a breakfast with coffee and donuts, a shotgun start, a dinner banquet hosted by Kelli Green and Guy David from KFROG 95.1 FM and a raffle. There will be gift bags and T-shirt giveaways, beer samples from local breweries, and a Ford Bronco from Sunrise Ford to the winner of a hole-in-one challenge.
San Dimas Canyon Golf Course, 2100 Terrebonne Avenue, San Dimas, tickets start at $150, 6:30 a.m., for registration contact Gary Aulis at 909-841-6891 or fontanak9pals@gmail.com
Brett Dennen
OCT. 18
Bret Dennen is a folk-pop singer who uses his music to explore human nature. He plays the acoustic guitar and sings vocals with a harmonizing quality. Dennen’s latest album is called “See the World.”
Stage Red, 8463 Sierra Avenue, Fontana, $45.95, 6 p.m., stageredfontana.com
Henry Kaiser Cats vs Summit Skyhawks
OCT. 18
Two Fontana high schools will compete in this boys’ varsity football game. The Kaiser Cats will defend their turf against the fearsome Summit Skyhawks. Who will win?
Henry J. Kaiser High School, 11155 Almond Avenue, Fontana, $10 for adults, $6 for children, fusd.net/kaiser
Fresh, Fit and Fun Fair
OCT. 19
Hosted by Healthy Fontana, this fair offers community resources for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. There will be a beginner-friendly triathlon, fitness activities and a fresh produce market. Residents can participate in a community rewards card program and win cool prizes for attending events like these.
Fontana Park, 15556 Summit Avenue, Fontana, free admission, 9 a.m. to noon, fontanaca.gov
Boo Book Festival
OCT. 19
The library has a new selection of books, and customers who check out with 15 items receive a light-up trick-or-treat bag. To get the bag, customers must present a receipt at the checkout desk.
Fontana Lewis Library and Technology Center, 8437 Sierra Avenue, Fontana, free admission, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., sbclib.org
Halloween Howl
OCT. 19
Whose dog is the spookiest of them all? Come to this fun Halloween dog costume contest to find out. Dog groomers and snack vendors will sell products perfect for furry friends.
Jessie Turner Health and Fitness Community Center, 15556 Summit Avenue, Fontana, visit fontanaca.gov for more information
Pat Travers Band
OCT. 19
Pat Travers is a rock guitarist, singer and songwriter who started in the ’70s. His band covers the blues and hard rock genres, showcased in his latest release, “The Art of Time Travel.”
Stage Red, 8463 Sierra Avenue, Fontana, $33.90, 6 p.m., stageredfontana.com
ONGOING
Fontana Farmers Market
THURSDAYS AND SUNDAYS
The city of Fontana, in conjunction with The Family Market Company, offers residents two farmers markets weekly. The Community Services Department, Healthy Fontana Division, oversees both.
Fontana Park, 15556 Summit Avenue, Fontana, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sundays, free admission; Southridge Park, 14501 Live Oak Avenue, Fontana, 4 to 7 p.m. Thursdays, free admission, fontanaca.gov
