Fontana Steelers vs Workman Lobos
JAN. 3
This is a JV basketball game of Fontana High School vs William Workman High School. In its last game, the Steelers won 59-21 against the Notre Dame Titans. This leaves the Steelers with a 5-1 record for the season.
Fontana High School, 9453 Citrus Avenue, Fontana, tickets available as season pass, $32.50 for adults; $16.75 for children, 6 p.m., fusd.net
Mariachi
JAN. 5
A mariachi band will perform for patrons at El Baja Bar and Grill. The establishment has the Sunday Buffet Brunch special featuring fajitas and enchiladas and drink choices of bottomless mimosas, sodas or hot coffee. Adults pay $38 and kids’ meals cost $12. Around 11 a.m., the live music starts.
El Baja Bar and Grill, 18080 Arrow Boulevard, Fontana, see the website for menu prices, multiple times, elbaja.com
Teens Animaker Space Vinyl Printing
JAN. 8
This learning session will teach participants 13 to 17 about computer programs for 3D modeling and printing. Teens will learn to use the Roland BN-20 Vinyl Cutter and VersaWorks when making a project. Other ages are welcome on the following days: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday classes for ages 8 to 12; Wednesday classes for ages 13 to 17; and Saturday classes for ages 18 and older. The library recommends visiting beforehand to pick up a program calendar. Late arrivals are allowed up until 15 minutes after the program starts.
Garner Holt Animaker Space at the Fontana Lewis Library and Technology Center, 8437 Sierra Avenue, Fontana, free, 4 to 5 p.m., library.sbcounty.gov
“He Speaks to Me” Women’s Study
JAN. 9
This prayer study will give members time to reflect on their faith using characteristics like “A Simple Relationship,” “A Set Apart Holiness,” “A Still Attentiveness,” “A Single-Minded Worship,” “A Sold-Out Hunger” and “A Servant’s Spirit.” Members of the church said people will learn about spiritual growth, Christian discipline and the desire to serve.
Water of Life Community Church, 7625 E. Avenue, Fontana, $35, multiple times, wateroflifecc.org
Monthly Membership Luncheon
JAN. 9
This lunch session allows entrepreneurs to network with other businesses and meet with local dignitaries. This month’s guest speaker is Sheriff Shannon D. Dicus from the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department.
Jesse Turner Center, 15556 Summit Avenue, Fontana, $30 for members, $50 for non-members; registration required, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., business.fontanachamber.org
Samuel Chente Franco
JAN. 9
Samuel Chente Franco is a tribute musician to mariachi and ranchera singer Vicente Fernández. He covers some of the most recognizable works from Fernández like “Volver, Volver” (to go back, to go back) and “Por Tu Maldito Amor” (Because of Your Damn Love).
El Baja Bar and Grill, 18080 Arrow Boulevard, Fontana, see the website for menu prices, 8 p.m., elbaja.com
Fontana Walks
JAN. 11
Fontana Walks is a Healthy Fontana program that promotes healthy eating and regular physical activity. Participants can walk with one another while meeting the organization’s fitness goals. There will be prizes and giveaways. Healthy Fontana is giving away punch cards which can be completed by attending events like Fontana Walks. Cardholders earn rewards for completing the punch cards.
Fontana Park, 15556 Summit Avenue, Fontana, free admission, 8 a.m., fontanaca.gov; call Healthy Fontana at 909-350-6542
Astronomy Night
JAN. 11
The Mary Vagle Nature Center will host an event with space-themed activities and arts and crafts. Astronomer David White will be there to speak with families about all-things space.
Mary Vagle Nature Center, 11501 Cypress Avenue, Fontana, free admission, 4 to 7 p.m., fontanaca.gov
David Koechner
JAN. 11
Actor, writer and producer David Koechner became well-known for his characters of Todd Packer on the U.S. version of the comedy television series “The Office” and Champ Kind from “Anchorman” and “Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues.” In the last few years, he’s appeared on ABC’s “The Goldbergs” and “Bless This Mess” as well as CBS’ “Superior Donuts.”
Stage Red Fontana, 8463 Sierra Avenue, Fontana, $52.15, 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 Div-ision, 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, free admission, 4 to 7 p.m. Thursdays, fontanaca.gov
