Fill Your Days with Holiday Cheer in Montclair, CA!
There’s so much going on in and around Montclair, CA, this time of year. We’ve picked out some of the best activities, shows, shopping destinations, and volunteer opportunities you can take advantage of this holiday season.
Activities
Shows and Performances
Shopping
Opportunities to Share
Safe Celebration
Activities
Take advantage of the beautiful southern California winter and enjoy festive holiday activities at the same time! Even if you prefer the indoors, there are plenty of activities for you as well. Here are some of the best activities in and around Montclair, CA!
Annual Upland Christmas Parade: This year marks the 45th Upland Christmas Parade, taking place on December 3 in historic downtown Upland. In addition to the parade, there’s also a holiday fair, offering fun for the whole family!
Shows and Performances
There are festive shows and performances coming to the area this holiday season, and some are quite notable. Now is the perfect time to dress up, go to dinner, and finish the night off with a great holiday performance. No matter what your musical taste, there are plenty of great options in the area! Here are some of the best.
Gordon Lightfoot: Celebrate the holiday season with one of the most beloved singer-songwriters of all time, Gordon Lightfoot. This December 1, he is coming to The Canyon in Montclair to perform some of the classics in his extensive catalog, such as “Carefree Highway” and “Sundown.” Bring a little extra magic into your holiday season and experience the five-time Grammy-winning artist live.
Shopping
Montclair is a great place to be if you’re looking for the perfect gift for a loved one. There are tons of holiday boutiques and fairs full of unique and interesting finds. If you’re shopping for yourself, there are plenty of one-of-a-kind decor items for the fall and holiday seasons. Here are some of the best places to shop in and around Montclair, CA.
Holiday Boutique and Pantry: This holiday boutique is full of handmade crafts and artisanal goods. You’re sure to find something that catches your eye at this holiday boutique. The boutique takes place at the Redlands Family YMCA on December 3 and 4. This is an event you won’t want to miss! Proceeds benefit the YMCA of the East Valley Legal Aid Clinic.
Opportunities to Share
The holidays are a time to share love and kindness with everyone around you, but that can be hard to do if you don’t know where to look. Luckily, there are some wonderful community organizations and events that make helping others a breeze. Here are a few ways you can give this holiday season.
Can Tree Wonderland: You won’t find a holiday volunteer opportunity more fun than this! Bring your donated cans to Ontario on the morning of December 12 and get ready to put on your hard hat. Don’t forget to bring your friends and family. Together, you will work to decorate Euclid Avenue with trees made out of donated canned goods. You’ll have fun while providing food for those who need it most. What could be better than that?
Opportunities to Share
The holidays are a time to share love and kindness with everyone around you, but that can be hard to do if you don’t know where to look. Luckily, there are some wonderful community organizations and events that make helping others a breeze. Here are a few ways you can give this holiday season.
Spark of Love Toy Drive: There’s nothing like a child’s face after receiving a great gift. You can be part of this holiday magic by participating in the Spark of Love Toy Drive this holiday season. Bring an unwrapped toy, new sports equipment, or a cash donation to help make this Christmas a special time for children in need. As an added bonus, receive a complimentary photo with Santa Claus for your generous donation.
Safe Celebration
Everyone loves a good candle this time of year, but up to 7,500 fires are started each year by household candles. Be extra careful when lighting candles in your apartment, especially your bedroom. Battery-powered candles can achieve the same ambiance without the added danger. Whatever you do, never leave your holiday candles unattended.
Christmas trees can pose another fire hazard. If you’ve brought a real Christmas tree into your apartment during this holiday season, make sure you keep it watered so it isn’t quite as dangerous. Keep all open flames, especially candles, away from the branches, and make sure you turn all lights off when you’re not at home. You never know when electrical issues might cause fires.
There’s so much going on this holiday season that you’ll have a hard time choosing how to spend your time! With all the activities, shows, performances, and holiday boutiques, you’ll need to carve out plenty of time this year to participate in them all.
We’d love to see your holiday fun! If you decorate for the holidays or try out one of the activities above, post a photo on social media, tag us, and use #TisTheSeasonAtAMC.
From all of us at The Pines Apartments in Montclair, CA,
Happy Holidays!
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