2011

December

Santa Claus is coming to town!  The City's Holiday Extravaganza will take place on Saturday, December 3rd with a rain date of December 10th.  Join the fun at the Walker House and view the San Dimas Historical Society members' collection of Santas.  Some old, some antique, some new.  All to help put you in the festive spirit.  The Museum and Gift Shop will also be open from 1 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. on this day.

Additional viewing opportunities for the Santas:

December 4 - 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

December 6 - 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

December 8 - 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

December 9 - 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

December 10 - 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Monthly

Walker House Tours -  Docent-led tours of the Walker House are now given the first Sunday of each month at 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.  Reservations are a must.  Call the office at (909) 592-1190.

San Dimas Museum & Gift Shop - The newly expanded Museum and Gift Shop are open on the second and third weekends of each month in conjunction with the Second Story Gallery.  (See sandimasarts.com for details.)  The Museum and Gift Shop are also topen the first Sunday of each month from 11:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.    

Past Events of 2011

January

Citrus Display and Lecture - An extensive display of citrus will take place on Saturday, January 29th from 11 - 3:00 p.m. at the Walker House, 121 North San Dimas Avenue.  Come learn a bit more related to our citrus heritage.  Learn which varietals are better for cooking, juicing, etc.  Tom Spellman, citrus expert, will share his knowledge.  Click here for more information.  This event was a HUGE success!  Thanks to all who helped.

February

Antiques from your Home Show - Our annual antiques show is right around the corner.   With our thanks to the San Dimas Community Church, the show is scheduled for February 10th from 7 - 9:30 p.m.  Set up begins at 6:30 p.m.  Members and guests always bring a unique group of items to share.  You really never know what you will see and learn about.  It should prove to be a fun, entertaining evening.  Refreshments will be served.

May

Spring Membership Dinner - The Spring Membership Dinner date has been selected.  Ink in May 26th on your calendars.  Flyers will be mailed to your home for meal selections etc.  Once the details are worked out, we will have that info available here as well.  Stay tuned. 

June

Annual Ice Cream Social - Wasn't that nicer than a hot August afternoon? 

Old Spanish Trails Association Conference - The Old Spanish Trail Association warmly invites members of the San Dimas Historical Society to attend the 2011 conference on "The Old Spanish Trail in California."  This conference will take place June 2 - 5 at the Kellogg West Hotel in Pomona, CA, and will feature noted experts on the trail and on southern California history during the Mexican period.  More detailed information is available at www.oldspanishtrail.org/conference.

September

September is a busy month for your Historical Society.  Walker House and City Tours are both scheduled for September 17th.  See below for details.  Also join us as we represent our fair city at the Los Angeles County Fair - San Dimas Day, Friday, September 16th.

Walking City Tour -   Our next tour is scheduled for September 17th.  Join the fun.  Get some exercise while learning a bit of information about your fair city and its history.  These walks now start at the Walker House, and return there just in time for a house tour if space is available or you can browse the museum.  The group meets at the Walker House, 121 North San Dimas Avenue at 9:00 a.m.  Cost is $5.00 per person.  The walk will be cancelled in the event of rain.  Call the office to let them know you plan to join the group (909) 592-1190.  Click here for additional tour dates in 2011.

San Dimas Day at the Fair - Friday, September 16th.  Come join the fun.

October

Western Days - October jumps into gear quickly with October 1st and 2nd being dedicated to Western Days.  Come enjoy the parade and other activities.  Be sure to stop by the Historical Society booth to see what is new and say hello.

Mount Wilson Trip - The bus is filling up!  If you are interested in going, call the Historical Society Office now at (909) 592-1190.  This trip is open to non-members as well.  David Jurasevich, Superintendent of the Mount Wilson Observatory and speaker from our past Fall Dinner will be guiding us on our tour.  Look at the 2010 Fall Membership Dinner for more info on David.

November

Fall Membership Dinner - Our Fall Membership Dinner arrives early this year.  It is scheduled for Thursday, November 3rd so mark your calendars now.  This year will will enjoy speaker William Warren.  He will share information on the Historic Maps located the Huntington Library, sharing many details that pertain to San Dimas. 

Past Events of 2010

Holiday Mixer - Unfortunately, due to lack of available space there will be no holiday mixer this year.  But do join us at the Holiday Fest, December 4th at the Walker House.

Fall Membership Dinner - Dave Jurasevich will present a program on the history of the Mount Wilson Observatory at the Fall Membership Dinner and Meeting on Thursday, November 4th.  This event will be held at the San Dimas Canyon Golf Course Club House, 2100 Terrebone Avenue, San Dimas.  The cost is $20 for members, $25 for non.  For additional menu information or to see a flyer click here.  To make reservations, please contact the San Dimas Historical Society at (909) 592-1190.

This is an evening you won't want to miss.  Nearly every resident in the San Gabriel Valley has looked up to Mount Wilson some time in their lives.  Dave Jurasevich is the Superintendent of the Mount Wilson Observatory.  He is a native of the Midwest, degreed in Mechanical Enginerring with over 30 years of experience in the chemical, petrochemical and power generation industries.  Retiring from engineering in 2005, Dave became Superintendent of the Observatory in 2006, a retirement job offering extraordinary access to one of the world's most respected astronomical sites.  Dave will speak to the history of the Observatory and include information on the recent Station Fire that came very close to destroying the venerable Observatory in August, 2009.

Mojave Road Trip - Join members for fun and historic trip across the Mojave National Preserve.  For two days (November 6th and 7th) members and friends of members will venture along the Mojave Road also known as Government Road.  Four-wheel drive vehicles are recommended.  The group will meet early morning November 6th outside of Barstow and arrive on Sunday afternoon at Fort Mojave on the banks of the Colorado River.  History of the area will be shared along the way.  There are no services along the way which means no restrooms.  The group will be utilizing tents, cots, SUVs and such.  There may be some extra seating available through a waiting list.  For further information contact Dave Harbin (951) 990-3395 or Don Green (909) 599-8780. 

Western Days - The San Dimas Historical Society will have a booth during Western Days (Oct 2 & 3) and be part of the parade.  Join us Saturday morning to cheer on our own Dave Harbin as he waves to the crowd.  Visit our booth to see what is new.

San Dimas Day at the Fair - Always a fun time at the Los Angeles County Fair.  San Dimas Day was held on September 8th.

Ice Cream Social - Our annual Ice Cream Social was held on the Walker House patio on Sunday, August 22, one of the hottest days of this summer.  All in attendance did have a wonderful time despite the heat.  We will schedule the 2011 Ice Cream Social for some time in June.  

Spring Membership Dinner - Our spring membership dinner was held on Thursday, May 13th.  It was held in the San Dimas Canyon Golf Clubhouse.  Click here for the details.  Members should have received a flyer in the mail. 

Antiques from your Home Show - Our annual show this year was wonderful.  Our thanks again to the San Dimas Community Church for allowing us to meet in the Fellowship Hall during the evening of March 11th.  A nice sized group of members brought a variety of unique and interesting items to share this year.  You really never know what you will see and learn about.  Old fashioned 'business cards' had everyone in stitches this year.  Truly a fun, entertaining evening.