PLAYLIST: | MUST SEE |
Pop music legend Neil Diamond sang in his Brooklyn high school choir with classmate Barbra Streisand, and he’s been wowing audiences ever since with hits like “Solitary Man,” “Song Sung Blue” and “Sweet Caroline.” Fans will hear songs from his latest album, Home Before Dark, when he appears at the Citizens Business Bank Arena, 4000 Ontario Center Pkwy., Ontario, on Sunday, Jan. 4. Showtime is 8 p.m. Tickets are $53.50 to $123. (909) 244-5600.

RIVERSIDE


1/1: ARTS WALK downtown Riverside, 6 to 9 p.m. Visit Riverside Art Museum and other museums and galleries. Riverside Arts Council (951) 680-1345 or inlandarts.com

1/16: CULTURE CLASH Comedy/theater troupe. UC Riverside, 8 p.m. University Theatre 900 University Ave. Tickets $28, (951) 827- 4331. Parking $5 in Lot 6.

1/19: MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. WALK-ATHON AND ROCK-A-THON.
Registration 8:30 to 9:50; walk begins 10 a.m. Stratton Community Center, 2008 Martin Luther King Blvd. Music and program at Riverside Municipal Auditorium 3485 Mission Inn Ave., 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. $7 to $12. (951) 826- 2543.

1/23–2/8: “ANNA IN THE TROPICS” Anna Karenina transforms Florida cigar factory. Riverside Community Players, 4026 14th St. Evenings and matinees. Tickets $15. (951) 686-4030.

1/24 ADIA MILLETT: NEW WORK; AND RICH exhibitions open at Sweeney Art Gallery, 3800 Main St. Reception 6 to 9 p.m. Free. Through March 28. (951) 827-3755.

1/24 & 1/25: RIVERSIDE COUNTY PHILHARMONIC “Arabian Nights and a Little Jazz.” Rimsky-Korsakov’s Scheherazade plus Showtime at the Apollo winner Morgan McMillon on sax. Riverside Municipal Auditorium, 3485 Mission Inn Ave. Tickets (951) 787-0251.

1/21: WONDERBOY Joe Goode Performance Group dance concert. 8 p.m., UC Riverside, University Theatre, 900 University Ave. Tickets $34, (951) 827- 4331. Parking $5 in Lot 6.

1/22: SHOLEH WOLPE POETRY READING Riverside Public Library, 3581 Mission Inn Ave. 7 p.m. Free. (951) 826-5201.

1/24 GROOVALOOS DANCE CLASS Riverside Ballet Arts presents Groovaloos hip-hop class. Groovaloos dancers have been on “So You Think You Can Dance,” and worked with Madonna, Beyonce, Gwen Stefani, Black-Eyed Peas, Diana Ross and Justin Timberlake. Tickets $20. 3840 Lemon St., Riverside. (951) 686-0226. groovaloos.com

1/30-2/8: PETER PAN
Performance Riverside presents musical tale of boy who wouldn’t grow up. Evening and matinee performances. Landis Performing Arts Center, Riverside City College, 4800 Magnolia Ave. Tickets $25 to $43. (951) 222-8100.

1/31: “MEDIATED” photo exhibit opens at California Museum of Photography. Reception 6 to 9 p.m., free. Through April 4. 3824 Main St. (951) 784-3686.

1/31–2/1: UCR ORCHESTRA: “THE BRITISH ARE COMING”
Ruth Charloff conducts music of Holst, Vaughan Williams, Butterworth, Grainger and Malcolm Arnold, with guest bagpiper Ian Whitelaw. University Theatre, Jan. 31 at 8 p.m., Feb. 1 at 3 p.m. $10 general, $8 students/ seniors, $6 children. Parking $5 in Lot 6. Tickets (951) 827-4331.

REDLANDS

1/8, 1/15/, 1/22, 1/29: MARKET NIGHT 6 to 9 p.m., downtown Redlands. Produce, baked goods, prepared food, gifts and entertainment. (909) 798-7548. CONTINUING–MARCH 8: “HANGING WITH THE MUSEUM” San Bernardino County Museum. Also permanent exhibits on history and nature. Tues.-Sun. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., 2024 Orange Tree Lane. $6, seniors/students $5, child $4, under age 5 free. (909) 307-2669.

1/10 & 1/11: REDLANDS SYMPHONY “Beloved Heroes: Beethoven and Mozart.” Jan. 10 at 8 p.m., Jan. 11 at 3 p.m. University of Redlands, 1200 E Colton Ave. $15 to $60. (909) 748-8018.

1/10–2/15: “BEAUTY AND THE BEAST”
LifeHouse theater presents the classic fairy tale. Evening and matinee performances; tickets $12 to $18 adults, $6 to $9 children. 1135 N. Church St. (909) 335-3037, ext. 21. 1/15–2/1: “WITNESS FOR THE PROSECUTION” play by Redlands Footlighters, 1810 Barton Rd., (909) 793-2909, redlandsfootlighters. org.

CLAREMONT


1/2–1/4: WINTER DANCE PARTY Rock and roll. Thurs.-Sun. dinner shows $54 to $75; Sat. and Sun. luncheon matinees $48 to $60. Candlelight Pavilion, 455 Foothill Blvd. (909) 626-1254. 1/2 ART WALK downtown galleries and Claremont Museum of Art, 5:30 to 9 p.m.

1/4, 1/11/ 1/18, 1/25: FARMERS & ARTISAN MARKET 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Indian Hill Blvd. and Second St. (714) 345-3087.

1/9-2/15: “BEEHIVE THE ’60S MUSICAL” Thurs.–Sun. dinner shows $54 to $75; Sat. and Sun. luncheon matinees $48 to $60. Candlelight Pavilion, 455 Foothill Blvd. (909) 626-1254, ext. 1.

1/11: GUITARIST BOB BROZMAN 7:30 p.m., $17.50, Folk Music Center, 220 Yale Ave. (909) 624-2928, folkmusiccenter.com

1/16–1/19: WHITEHEAD INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL,
Claremont School of Theology. Tickets: $100 festival pass; $5 per film. whiteheadfilmfestival.org.

1/24: SCRIPPS COLLEGE CERAMIC INVITATIONAL
“Wearing It on Your Sleeve: Sympathizers, Empathizers, and Provocateurs.” Lecture 4 to 5 p.m., reception 7 to 9 p.m., free. Ruth Chandler Williamson Gallery, Scripps College, Eleventh Street and Columbia Avenue. Exhibit continues through April 5. Gallery open Wednesday to Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m. Information (909) 607-3397.

1/24: “ART AND ACTIVISM”; “SUDDENLY: WHERE WE LIVE NOW” exhibits open at Pomona College Museum of Art, 333 N. College Way. Reception 5 to 7 p.m. (909) 621-8283. Free.

ONTARIO

THROUGH 1/25: “DEBRIEFING” Photography exhibition by Michael Burr, Peggy Fontenot, James K. Johnson, and Lynn Pedigo. Thurs.- Sun. noon to 4 p.m. Museum of History and Art, 225 South Euclid Ave., Ontario. Free. (909) 983-3198.

1/2–1/25 ONTARIO REIGN
hockey team. Jan. 2 vs. Idaho Steelheads at 7 p.m.; Jan. 3 vs. Idaho Steelheads at 7 p.m.; Jan. 7 vs. Alaska Aces at 7 p.m.; Jan. 16 vs. Utah Grizzlies at 7 p.m.; Jan. 17 vs. Utah Grizzlies at 7 p.m.; Jan. 23 vs. Fresno Falcons at 7 p.m.; Jan. 25 vs. Bakersfield Condors at 5 p.m. Citizens Business Bank Arena, 4000 East Ontario Center Pkwy., Ontario. Sun.-Thurs. $10 to $30, Fri.-Sat. $12 to $40. Tickets: (213) 480-3232.

1/9–1/11: SOMMORE Special event with Sommore, who has appeared on shows including “The Parkers,” “The Hughleys,” and “Politically Incorrect.” Jan. 9 at 8 and 10 p.m.; Jan. 10 at 7 and 9 p.m.; Jan. 11 at 7 p.m. Ontario Improv, 4555 Mills Circle, Ontario Mills.


THROUGH 1/25: “DEBRIEFING” Photography exhibition by Michael Burr, Peggy Fontenot, James K. Johnson, and Lynn Pedigo. Thurs.- Sun. noon to 4 p.m. Museum of History and Art, 225 South Euclid Ave., Ontario. Free. (909) 983-3198.

1/2–1/25 ONTARIO REIGN
hockey team. Jan. 2 vs. Idaho Steelheads at 7 p.m.; Jan. 3 vs. Idaho Steelheads at 7 p.m.; Jan. 7 vs. Alaska Aces at 7 p.m.; Jan. 16 vs. Utah Grizzlies at 7 p.m.; Jan. 17 vs. Utah Grizzlies at 7 p.m.; Jan. 23 vs. Fresno Falcons at 7 p.m.; Jan. 25 vs. Bakersfield Condors at 5 p.m. Citizens Business Bank Arena, 4000 East Ontario Center Pkwy., Ontario. Sun.-Thurs. $10 to $30, Fri.-Sat. $12 to $40. Tickets: (213) 480-3232.

1/9–1/11: SOMMORE Special event with Sommore, who has appeared on shows including “The Parkers,” “The Hughleys,” and “Politically Incorrect.” Jan. 9 at 8 and 10 p.m.; Jan. 10 at 7 and 9 p.m.; Jan. 11 at 7 p.m. Ontario Improv, 4555 Mills Circle, Ontario Mills. $25. (909) 484-5411.


1/15–1/18: ROAD TO CALIFORNIA QUILTERS CONFERENCE
View the works of the best quilters in the west. Thurs.-Sat. 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Ontario Convention Center, 2000 E. Convention Center Way, Ontario. One day $10, unlimited $20. 1- 800-455-5755.

1/18: “PLAYHOUSE DISNEY LIVE!”
Join in with the Mickey Mouse Clubhouse as Mickey plans a music party for all of his friends. Doors open 11 a.m., show at noon. Citizens Businsess Bank Arena, 4000 E. Ontario Center Pkwy., Ontario. $20 to $60. (909) 244-5600.

1/24: LUNAR NEW YEAR FAMILY DISCOVERY DAY Celebrate the Year of the Ox with family learning crafts. Noon to 4 p.m. Museum of History and Art, 225 S. Euclid Ave., Ontario. Free. (909) 983-3198.

1/29–1/31: PATRICE ONEAL Comedian who has appeared on “The Late Show with Conan O'Brien” and Comedy Central’s “Tough Crowd with Colin Quinn.” Jan. 29 at 8 p.m.; Jan. 30 at 8 and 10 p.m.; Jan. 31 at 7 and 9 p.m. Ontario Improv, 4555 Mills Circle, Ontario Mills, Ontario. $20. (909) 484-5411.

2/3 & 2/4: THOMAS AND FRIENDS LIVE! A Circus Comes to Town. Feb. 3 from 7 to 8:30 p.m., doors open 6 p.m; Feb. 4 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., doors open 10 a.m., and 7 to 8:30 p.m., doors open 6 p.m. Citizens Businsess Bank Arena, 4000 E. Ontario Center Pkwy., Ontario. $15.50 to $45. (909) 244-5600.

2/8: SMUCKER’S STARS ON ICE
Top professional figure skaters strut their stuff. 3 p.m., Citizens Business Bank Arena, 4000 East Ontario Center Pkwy., Ontario. $25, $45, $75 and $120. (909) 244-5600.

FONTANA:


1/30 & 1/31: “THE RITZ” play by Fontana Community Players, 8443 Nuevo Ave. Also Feb 1, 7, 8, 13, 14, 15. Tickets $10 general, students/ seniors $8 under 12 $6. (909) 822- 4052, fontanacommunityplayers.com

1/30 & 1/31: “BARBRA AND FRANK: THE CONCERT THAT NEVER WAS” presents Streisand and Sinatra impressions by Sharon Owens and Sebastian Anzaldo. Center Stage Theater. Dinner and show $69.95, seniors and military $64.95, 12 & under, $31.95. Show Only $28. 8463 Sierra Ave. (909) 429-7469.

CHINO HILLS

1/4, 1/11, 1/18, 1/25:
YOGA CLASSES at lululemon athletica. Take a complimentary yoga class taught by a certified yoga instructor. 7 to 8 p.m. lululemon athletica at The Shoppes at Chino Hills, 13850 City Center Dr. Free. (909) 464-9038, www.lululemon.com/chinohills.

1/10: WINTER WONDERLAND Snow, games, face painting and winter crafts. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Crossroads Park, 2765 Chino Hills Pkwy. $8, space limited, register early. (909) 364- 2700.

CORONA

ONGOING: ART WALK AT THE LIBRARY A selfguided tour throughout the Corona Public Library, with a brochure as your guide. Presented by Friends of the Corona Public Library. Mon.-Thurs. 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Fri.- Sat. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Corona Public Library, 650 S. Main St. Free. (951) 279-6604. ONGOING: TOM’S FARMS Shops, restaurants, weekend magic shows, petting zoo, pony rides, shooting gallery and more. 23900 Temescal Canyon Rd. Most activities $2 to $5. (951) 277-4422.

1/12: STORYTIME Stories, activities, and surprises. 4 to 4:45 p.m. Corona Public Library, 650 S. Main St. Free. (951) 736-2388.


TEMECULA

ONGOING: ART & CRAFT FAIR
every Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Maurice Car’rie Vineyard and Winery, 34225 Rancho California Rd., Temecula. Free. (951) 676- 1711.

1/8 & 1/15: JAZZ AT THE MERC 1/8: Trombonist Scott Whitfield with Ginger Berglund.

1/15: Clarinetist Evan Christopher with guitarist Bob Boss. Shows hosted by Sherry Williams. 7:30 p.m. Old Town Temecula Community Theater, 42051 Main St., Temecula. $15. 1-866-653-8696. ONGOING: TGIF PIANO BAR Every Friday night, Keyways Vineyard Winery, 37338 De Portola Rd., Temecula. $15 includes one glass of wine; $25 includes one glass of wine and casual dinner. Reservations required: 1-877- 539-9297.

1/3: PNINA BECHER pianist and vocalist. 7:30 p.m. Old Town Temecula Community Theater, 42051 Main St. $30, seniors $25, students $12.50, children (under 12) $2.50. 1-866-653- 8696. 1/16: ZAC HARMON Blues guitarist/ writer/producer. 8 p.m. Old Town Temecula Community Theater, 42051 Main St. $20. 1-866-653-8696.

1/17: COOKING CLASS WITH CHEF South Coast Winery Resort & Spa, 34843 Rancho California Road. $75 pp/$65 Wine Club. (951) 587-9463, ext. 7210.

1/17: INTERPRETI VENEZIANI 09 European chamber ensemble from Venice. 7:30 p.m. Old Town Temecula Community Theater, 42051 Main St. $30, seniors $25, students $12.50, children (under 12) $2.50. 1-866-653-8696.

1/18: BLOCKBUSTER HITS FROM THE OSCARS AND TONYS OnStage Cabaret Orchestra with Debbie Prutsman and Johnny Bisom. 2 p.m. Old Town Temecula Community Theater, 42051 Main St. $36, seniors $34. 1- 866-653-8696.

1/18: BRIDAL OPEN HOUSE
Take the Grand Weddings Tour. Meet preferred vendors, talk to wedding specialists, meet other brides-to-be, ask questions, enjoy award-winning wines. South Coast Winery Resort & Spa, 34843 Rancho California Road. Free. Call (951) 587- 9463, ext. 7211 for details.

1/22 & 1/25: THE COLORS OF RUSSIA Featuring award-winning pianist Ryan MacEvoy McCullough. Jan. 22 at 7:30 p.m. Old Town Temecula Community Theater, 1-866- 653-8696. Jan. 25 at 2 p.m. Keyways Vineyard & Winery, 1-877-539-9297. $18; military with ID, students (18 and under), seniors, $15; children $3.

1/23 & 1/24: TEMECULA LIVE! COUNTRY MUSIC
Opry/variety show promoting country music. Jan. 23 at 7 p.m.; Jan. 24 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Old Town Temecula Community Theater, 42051 Main St. $22. 1-866-653-8696.

1/25: BY POPULAR DEMAND E. Grieg— Holberg Suite, J.S. Bach—Orchestral Suite #2 in B minor, G. F. Handel—Water Music Suite in G Major. 2:30 p.m. Old Town Temecula Community Theater, 42051 Main St. $25, seniors $20, students $12.50, children (12 and under) $2.50. 1-866-653-8696.

1/30 & 1/31: SMUIN BALLET
The late Michael Smuin was a Tony and Emmy Award-winning choreographer. His dance lives on. 8 p.m. Old Town Temecula Community Theater, 42051 Main St. $25, seniors $20, students/youth $15, children (12 and under) $2.50. 1-866-653- 8696.

1/31: SINGER JOSH TURNER Real life— including heartaches, happiness, fishing holes and everything in between—has had a way of finding itself in the middle of his songs. Pechanga Resort & Casino. 8 p.m. 45000 Pechanga Parkway. Tickets $85, $75, $60. (951) 693-1819.

TEMECULA (CONT.):

1/25: BY POPULAR DEMAND E. Grieg— Holberg Suite, J.S. Bach—Orchestral Suite #2 in B minor, G. F. Handel—Water Music Suite in G Major. 2:30 p.m. Old Town Temecula Community Theater, 42051 Main St. $25, seniors $20, students $12.50, children (12 and under) $2.50. 1-866-653-8696.

1/30 & 1/31: SMUIN BALLET
The late Michael Smuin was a Tony and Emmy Award-winning choreographer. His dance lives on. 8 p.m. Old Town Temecula Community Theater, 42051 Main St. $25, seniors $20, students/youth $15, children (12 and under) $2.50. 1-866-653- 8696.

1/31: SINGER JOSH TURNER Real life— including heartaches, happiness, fishing holes and everything in between—has had a way of finding itself in the middle of his songs. Pechanga Resort & Casino. 8 p.m. 45000 Pechanga Parkway. Tickets $85, $75, $60. (951) 693-1819.

POMONA:


1/10 & 1/24: ART WALK features the latest exhibits of more than a dozen galleries in the downtown Pomona arts colony. 6 to 10 p.m. metropomona. com/artwalk

1/18 & 1/19 NEIGHBORHOOD REVITALIZATION PROJECT
HandsOn Inland Empire observes Martin Luther King Jr. Day with a Pomona neighborhood revitalization project. Volunteer or sponsor information: Francine Gobert, (909) 980-2857, ext. 247 or ieuw.org/events.

1/23: 75TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE MODEL 40 (1933-'34 FORD).
Exhibit opens. Presented by Steve’s Auto Restoration and Inter City Lines. Panel discussion Jan. 24, 5 to 7 p.m., $25 fee includes museum admission. Show runs through spring 2009. Regular museum admission $5. Wally Parks NHRA Motorsports Museum, Pomona Fairplex, 1101 W. McKinley Ave., Bldg. 3A, (909) 622-2133.

RANCHO CUCAMONGA

1/10: SINGER ART GARFUNKEL, 8 p.m., Lewis Family Playhouse, 12505 Cultural Center Dr. Tickets $86.50. 1-877-858-8422.

1/11: MARIACHI DIVAS All-female, multi- cultural ensemble. 2 p.m., Lewis Family Playhouse, 12505 Cultural Center Dr. Tickets $18. 1-877-858-8422.

1/15: “FIGARO’S AMERICAN ADVENTURE” by Los Angeles Opera, 7 p.m. Based on The Barber of Seville. Lewis Family Playhouse, 12505 Cultural Center Dr. Tickets $13.50. 1- 877-858-8422.

1/17: VOX LUMIERE’S “HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME” Singers and five-piece band join multi-media and light show. 8 p.m., Lewis Family Playhouse, 12505 Cultural Center Dr. Tickets $32. 1-877-858-8422.

1/26: “RAISED IN CRAFTIVITY” ART EXHIBIT
Show opens; runs through March 7. Free. Wignall Gallery, Chaffey College, 5885 Haven Ave. (909) 652-6493.

1/31: “A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD”
MainStreet Theatre Company’s musical tale follows the cheerful and popular Frog and the rather grumpy Toad through four fun-filled seasons. 1 and 4 p.m., Lewis Family Playhouse, 12505 Cultural Center Dr. Tickets $16.50. 1- 877-858-8422.

SAN BERNARDINO

ONGOING: BABY STORY TIME Every Wednesday, 11 to 11:30 a.m. Norman F. Feldheym Central Library, 555 West 6th St. Free. (909) 381-8235. THROUGH 2/15: “EXCAVATING EGYPT” Rare Egyptian artifacts from the Petrie Museum of Egyptian Archaeology at University College London. This is the first time the pieces have come to the United States. Tues.-Wed. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Thurs. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Robert V. Fullerton Art Museum, 5500 University Pkwy., Cal State San Bernardino. $5. (909) 537-7373.

1/18: SAN BERNARDINO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
“Fanfare for the Family.” 3 p.m. California Theatre of the Performing Arts, 562 W. Fourth St. $20 to $55. (909) 381-5388.

1/24: “DEFENDING THE CAVEMAN” Musical comedy. 8 p.m. California Theatre of the Performing Arts, 562 W. Fourth St. $38.50 to $75. (909) 885-5152. Presented by Theatrical Arts.

1/26–1/28: “MOVIN’ OUT”
The Broadway show with music by Billy Joel, conceived by Twyla Tharp. 8 p.m. California Theatre of the Performing Arts, 562 W. Fourth St. $38.50 to $75. (909) 885-5152.

1/31: BAG SALE Only $2 per bag, filled with books. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Norman F. Feldheym Central Library, 555 West 6th St. (909) 381- 8215. 2/3: SINGER LEANN RIMES 8 p.m. California Theatre of the Performing Arts, 562 W. Fourth St. $45 to $99. (909) 885-5152.

UPLAND

1/23–1/25 “SAY GOODNIGHT GRACIE” Grove Theatre, 276 E 9th St. 7:29 p.m. Tickets $25 or $30. (909) 920-4343.

1/24: AUSTRALIA DAY CELEBRATION in downtown Upland to honor Upland’s sister city, Mildura, Australia. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Games, exhibits and entertainment. Free. Information (909) 920-0822.


HEMET/SAN JACINTO

1/16–1/25: “LIE, CHEAT AND GENUFLECT” Play with Your Food Productions’ comedy about the Buckle brothers and the trouble they encounter with gambling. Dinner shows 1/16, 1/17, 1/23, 1/24 at 6:30 p.m.; matinee shows 1/17, 1/18, 1/24, 1/25 at 1:30 p.m. Unity Chapel Fellowship Hall, 140 North Buena Vista St. Dinner shows $38, matinee shows $35. (951) 252-4232.

THROUGH 1/18: “PLANT PORTRAITS: THE CALIFORNIA LEGACY OF A.R. VALENTIEN”
Poppies and other California natives are featured in a special exhibit of Albert Valentien’s watercolors. Eighty master works are making their first appearance in the Inland Empire. Western Center for Archaeology & Paleontology, 2345 Searl Pkwy., Hemet. Tues.- Sun. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (13 and over) $8, seniors (62+)/students (13-22 with current I.D.) $6.50, youth (5-12) $6, youth (4 and under)/military (with current ID)) Free. (951) 791-0033.