Claremont Village Calendar of Events 2009
... represents larger, Village-wide events and will be updated throughout the year as more information becomes available.
Many galleries and businesses also sponsor special events, exhibits, classes and entertainment. Please refer to them directly for more details.

FINAL DAY TO RIDE: May 30, 2009 Claremont Village Trolley Click here for details

Every Sunday ... 8:00-1:00
CLAREMONT FARMERS & ARTISANS MARKET
A "must see" during weekly strolls on Sunday mornings. Sponsored by The Claremont Forum on Second Street between Indian Hill Blvd and Yale Avenue. FREE ADMISSION. View Village Claremont webpage Call (909) 626-3066. View The Claremont Forum website

Every Wednesday ... 5:00-9:00 pm
THE GREEN MARKET
The Packing House, 500 W. First St, Claremont, hosts this NEW weekly market event. FREE ADMISSION. Enjoy going even more green with edible gardens, home-grown fruit, herbs, holistic medicines and more. Sponsored by The Claremont Forum. Call (909) 626-3066. View The Claremont Forum website

Every Wednesday (Now thru October 28) ... 5:00-9:00 pm
CELEBRATE CLAREMONT FAMILY FUN FESTIVAL
NEW WEEKLY EVENT Location: Select streets in Village West. Entertainment, fun activities for kids of all ages, local merchants, artisans and crafters. Free admission. Sponsored by Volunteer Network International. Call Oscar de Leon (714) 345-3087. View website

Every Friday (Now thru Sept 4) ... 6:00-9:00 pm
FRIDAY NIGHTS LIVE
WEEKLY EVENT RETURNED! Locations: Village Plaza and City Hall or Second & Yale. 19 weeks / 38 bands. Free admission. Sponsored by City of Claremont, Claremont Chamber Village Marketing Group, Village Square and Claremont Chamber of Commerce. Call (909) 399-5490. View website

First Saturday ... 10:00-12:00 noon ... Correction: No Walking Tour in July
VILLAGE WALKING TOUR
Sponsored by Claremont Heritage. Tour begins in front of the historic Claremont Metrolink Depot, 200 West First St. and ends with a tour of the newly restored College Heights Lemon Packing House, 500 W. First St. Led by a Claremont Heritage tour guide, this enjoyable walk includes the city's commercial, civic and college buildings bringing to life more than a hundred years of Claremont's history. Cost: $5 per person. Reservations recommended. Call (909) 621-0848. View website
THE CLAREMONT COLLEGES WALKING TOUR is held quarterly. Call (909) 621-0848. View website

Second Saturday (March thru October) ... 5:00-8:30 pm
CRUISE NITE in the Village
Held in March thru October annually on the Village streets. Features a large display of vintage and classic cars in a fun, family-oriented environment. FREE EVENT. Sponsored by Village Grille. Phone (909) 626-8813.

Third Saturday ... 10:00-10:00
LOS ANGELES COMIC-CON
The Packing House, 500 W. First St, Claremont, hosts this NEW monthly POP CULTURE FESTIVAL. FREE ADMISSION. All ages will enjoy this wide variety of comic books, graphic novels and action figures. Artists and publishers will meet and greet guests. Sponsored by Los Angeles Comic-Con. View website

>>First Friday Art Walk ... 5:30-8:30 pm
(Art Walk is currently not a Village-wide monthly event. Special events held at The Claremont Forum and at select Village locations.)
ART WALK
FREE EVENT. Art Walk held at The Claremont Forum in The Packing House, 500 W. First St, Claremont. Phone (909) 626-3066.



Please see above for more regularly-scheduled weekly and monthly events

Sat, July 4
CLAREMONT'S JULY 4th CELEBRATION - A Rockin' Hoppin' 4th!
Sponsored by City of Claremont. Day-long activities take place at Memorial Park. Parade begins at 4:00. Fireworks held at Pomona College. Call Human Services (909) 399-5490. View website

CORRECTION: NO VILLAGE WALKING TOUR in July

July 6 thru Sept 7 ... 7:30-9:00 pm
MONDAY NIGHT CONCERT SERIES
Annual Summertime tradition held at Memorial Park Bandshell, 840 N.Indian Hill Blvd. FREE EVENT. Come early to stake out a spot on the lawn. Bring a blanket and/or low lawn chair. Kiwanis Club offers a wide variety of concessions with proceeds benfiting the concert program. Sponsored by City of Claremont and Claremont Kiwanis Club. Phone (909) 399-5490

July 8 thru July 29 ... 7:00 pm
WEDNESDAY NIGHT CHILDREN'S CONCERTS
Annual Summertime tradition held at Memorial Park Bandshell, 840 N.Indian Hill Blvd. FREE EVENT. Presented by City of Claremont and Claremont Kiwanis Club. Phone (909) 399-5490

Sat, July 11 ... 5:00-8:30 pm
CRUISE NITE in the Village
Features a large display of vintage and classic cars in a fun, family-oriented environment. FREE EVENT. Sponsored by Village Grille. Phone (909) 626-8813.



Please see above for more regularly-scheduled weekly and monthly events

July 6 thru Sept 7 ... 7:30-9:00 pm
MONDAY NIGHT CONCERT SERIES
Annual Summertime tradition held at Memorial Park Bandshell, 840 N.Indian Hill Blvd. FREE EVENT. Come early to stake out a spot on the lawn. Bring a blanket and/or low lawn chair. Kiwanis Club offers a wide variety of concessions with proceeds benfiting the concert program. Sponsored by City of Claremont and Claremont Kiwanis Club. Phone (909) 399-5490

Every Friday (thru Sept 4) ... 6:00-9:00 pm
FRIDAY NIGHTS LIVE
Locations: Village Plaza and City Hall or Claremont Chamber. 19 weeks / 38 bands. Free admission. Sponsored by City of Claremont, Claremont Chamber Village Marketing Group, Village Square and Claremont Chamber of Commerce. Call (909) 399-5490. View website

Sat, Aug 1 ... 10:00-12:00 noon
VILLAGE WALKING TOUR
Sponsored by Claremont Heritage. Tour begins in front of the historic Claremont Metrolink Depot, 200 West First St. Cost: $5 per person. Reservations recommended. (See "Monthly" section of calendar at top of page for more details.) Call (909) 621-0848. View website

Sat, August 8 ... 5:00-8:30 pm
CRUISE NITE in the Village
Features a large display of vintage and classic cars in a fun, family-oriented environment. FREE EVENT. Sponsored by Village Grille. Phone (909) 626-8813.



Please see above for more regularly-scheduled weekly and monthly events

Final 2009 Concert: Sept 7 ... 7:30-9:00 pm
MONDAY NIGHT CONCERT SERIES
Annual Summertime tradition held at Memorial Park Bandshell, 840 N.Indian Hill Blvd. FREE EVENT. Come early to stake out a spot on the lawn. Bring a blanket and/or low lawn chair. Kiwanis Club offers a wide variety of concessions with proceeds benfiting the concert program. Sponsored by City of Claremont and Claremont Kiwanis Club. Phone (909) 399-5490

Every Friday (thru Sept 4) ... 6:00-9:00 pm
FRIDAY NIGHTS LIVE
Locations: Village Plaza and City Hall or Claremont Chamber. 19 weeks / 38 bands. Free admission. Sponsored by City of Claremont, Claremont Chamber Village Marketing Group, Village Square and Claremont Chamber of Commerce. Call (909) 399-5490. View website

Sat, Sept 5 ... 10:00-12:00 noon
VILLAGE WALKING TOUR
Sponsored by Claremont Heritage. Tour begins in front of the historic Claremont Metrolink Depot, 200 West First St. Cost: $5 per person. Reservations recommended. (See "Monthly" section of calendar at top of page for more details.) Call (909) 621-0848. View website

Fri, Sept 11 ... 5:00-9:00 pm
VINTAGE VILLAGE WINE WALK
Annual event sponsored by Claremont Chamber Village Marketing Group. Held at numerous locations in the Village -- Sold Out in Advance in 2008 and previous years. Tickets will be available August 1. Call Wine Walk Headquarters, Aromatique at (909) 626-7422. View webpage

Sat, Sept 12 ... 5:00-8:30 pm
CRUISE NITE in the Village
Features a large display of vintage and classic cars in a fun, family-oriented environment. FREE EVENT. Sponsored by Village Grille. Phone (909) 626-8813.

Friday Evenings Sept 18 thru Oct 16 ...7:00-8:30 pm
12th Annual DEPOT JAZZ CONCERT SERIES
Friday evening jazz concerts held at the Claremont Train Depot, 200 W. First St. FREE EVENT. Sponsored by City of Claremont and Metrolink. Wolfe's Market will be onsite so guests may purchase dinner or snacks. Parking is at the Metrolink lot (First Street at College Avenue). Please bring a lawn chair or blanket to enjoy the music under the stars. Phone (909) 399-5490.

Please see above for more regularly-scheduled weekly and monthly events

Friday Evenings Sept 18 thru Oct 16 ...7:00-8:30 pm
12th Annual DEPOT JAZZ CONCERT SERIES
Friday evening jazz concerts held at the Claremont Train Depot, 200 W. First St. FREE EVENT. Sponsored by City of Claremont and Metrolink. Wolfe's Market will be onsite so guests may purchase dinner or snacks. Parking is at the Metrolink lot (First Street at College Avenue). Please bring a lawn chair or blanket to enjoy the music under the stars. Phone (909) 399-5490.

Sat, Oct 3 ... 10:00-12:00 noon
VILLAGE WALKING TOUR
Sponsored by Claremont Heritage. Tour begins in front of the historic Claremont Metrolink Depot, 200 West First St. Cost: $5 per person. Reservations recommended. (See "Monthly" section of calendar at top of page for more details.) Call (909) 621-0848. View website

Sat, Oct 10 ... 5:00-8:30 pm
CRUISE NITE in the Village
Final Cruise Nite of 2009. Features a large display of vintage and classic cars in a fun, family-oriented environment. FREE EVENT. Sponsored by Village Grille. Phone (909) 626-8813.

Sun, Oct 11 ... 11:00-4:00
HOME TOUR
Sponsored by Claremont Heritage. Call (909) 621-0848. View website

Sat, Oct 24 ... 9:00-5:00
VILLAGE VENTURE Arts & Crafts Faire
28th Annual event sponsored by Claremont Chamber of Commerce. FREE EVENT. Autumn's Largest Arts & Crafts Faire in the Inland Valley! Phone (909) 624-1681. View website

Sat, Oct 31
CLAREMONT'S ANNUAL HALLOWEEN FESTIVITIES
Sponsored by City of Claremont and Claremont Chamber Village Marketing Group. FREE EVENT. Phone (909) 399-5490



Please see above for more regularly-scheduled weekly and monthly events

Sat, Nov 7 ... 10:00-12:00 noon
VILLAGE WALKING TOUR
Sponsored by Claremont Heritage. Tour begins in front of the historic Claremont Metrolink Depot, 200 West First St. Cost: $5 per person. Reservations recommended. (See "Monthly" section of calendar at top of page for more details.) Call (909) 621-0848. View website

Fri, Nov 13 and Sat, Nov 14 ... 10:00-4:00
62nd Annual PILGRIM PLACE FESTIVAL
Click to view YouTube video of the 2008 Festival I photographed
Enjoy a unique Pilgrim experience at Pilgrim Place, 660 Avery Road, Claremont ... Fun activities for all ages. Art, crafts, rides, booths, historical drama, terrific food. FREE ADMISSION. Sponsored by Pilgrim Place. Phone (909) 621-9581 View website

Thurs, Nov 26 (Thanksgiving)
2nd Annual TURKEY TROT in The Village & The Claremont Colleges
6:00 am ... Registration / 8:00 am ... Kids 1k Fun Run / 8:30 am ... 5k Run/Walk
Click to view YouTube video of the 2008 Turkey Trot I photographed
Sponsored by Claremont Sunrise Rotary. Start at the Claremont Depot. For information call Doug Thompson at (909) 621-7718. View website

Dates/Times to be announced (Nov and Dec)
INLAND PACIFIC BALLET'S THE NUTCRACKER
Click to view The Nutcracker webpage
Truly an awe-inspiring Claremont tradition. Over 100 wonderfully-costumed dancers perform this beautifully-choreographed ballet. See it all at the historic Bridges Auditorium / The Claremont Colleges, 450 N. College Way (east of College Avenue between 4th and 6th Streets), Claremont. Order tickets by phone (909) 607-1139 (Mon-Fri 10-4).

Date/Time to be announced (Nov or Dec)
METROLINK HOLIDAY TOY EXPRESS
Train is festively lit with over 50,000 lights and there's a fun-filled holiday production -- Meet Santa and his Friends. You're invited to bring new toy(s) for the"Firefighters' Spark of Love Toy Drive". I highly recommend this evening for kids of all ages. FREE EVENT. Train does not roll in the rain. Call (800) 371-LINK for information.

Please see above for more regularly-scheduled weekly and monthly events

Fri, Dec 4 ... 5:00-9:00 pm
ANNUAL CLAREMONT VILLAGE HOLIDAY PROMENADE & TREELIGHTING CEREMONY
Santa will, once again, be the guest of honor at the Claremont Depot when the holiday tree's lights are magically lit for the first time this year. Following the festivities, guests are encourgaged to visit the Village-wide Open House and children are welcome to talk with Santa. FREE EVENT.Sponsored by the City of Claremont (909) 399-5490.

Sat, Dec 5 ... 10:00-12:00 noon
VILLAGE WALKING TOUR
Sponsored by Claremont Heritage. Tour begins in front of the historic Claremont Metrolink Depot, 200 West First St. Cost: $5 per person. Reservations recommended. (See "Monthly" section of calendar at top of page for more details.) Call (909) 621-0848. View website

5th Annual SHOES THAT FIT for SPRING - EASTER BASKET PROJECT
Ended March 16
View TheVillageClaremont.com Shoes That Fit Webpage
200 local students in grades K-12 have been fitted for a new pair of athletic shoes, socks and school supplies. Now, YOUR assistance is needed to fulfill their requests. Claremont Chamber VILLAGE MARKETING GROUP has, once again, partnered with Shoes That Fit to help out. Click link (above) to view more info and a list of participating businesses from which you may pick up an Easter basket. Call Joan Bunte, Stamp Your Heart Out, at (909) 621-4363.

Annual SHOES THAT FIT BACK TO SCHOOL BACKPACK PROJECT
Ended August 15 2008
View Spring 2009 Village Shoes That Fit Webpage
413 local students in grades K-12 received a new pair of athletic shoes, socks and school supplies when they returned to school thanks to you. Claremont Chamber VILLAGE MARKETING GROUP has, once again, partnered with Shoes That Fit to help out. Call Joan Bunte, Stamp Your Heart Out, at (909) 621-4363 or click on link (above) for further details.

A New Mural at The Packing House ...
JEFF FAUST CLAREMONT MURAL UNVEILED
International Glass & Bead Company celebrated its Grand Re-Opening at The Packing House, 530 W. First Street, Claremont on Sunday, May 18, 2008. Jeff Faust was there to view his completed work displayed for the first time. The Claremont Mural is nearly 50 ft long. Words cannot accurately describe what this mural conveys, it must be viewed in person to be most appreciated. Call (909) 626-0877. Store hours: Tues, Wed, Thurs 11-7 / Friday 11-9 / Sat 10-6 / Sun 12-4 / Closed Mondays