HAPPY 2026 CHINO VALLEY!
It’s the New Year, and like many of us, I took the time to make New Year's resolutions. Sometime during my 30s I realized that I can only keep to 1 goal for the year.
So here’s my one goal for the Chino Chew:
too many goals = no bueno. pick one, and dedicate.
To keep it going for one full year.
It’s simple, but that’s more than 50 issues, and if you’ve followed us for awhile, you know we haven’t had a full year yet. So one full calendar year of the Chew seems like a great next milestone!
Speaking of milestones, sometime last year I promised that if we hit 10,000 subscribers, I would “come out” to everyone. And… we did it! TEN THOUSAND OF YOU are a part of the Chino Chew emails!
So here it is: Meet your editor here. It’s a pleasure to meet you all virtually (And no, I’m not the person in our social media videos😊 That’s Peyton.)
Let’s get into it.
Here are some things that happened around us, in 60 seconds or less.
Business & Development
🏢 Chino Hills exploring sale of under-used Sleepy Hollow Community Center at 16801 Rosemary Lane. Building costs $15,000 annually to maintain with limited parking and remote location.
Community
⚖️ Federal judge ruled parents have right to be informed of child's name/pronoun changes at school. Ruling affects all California districts including Chino Valley Unified, which pioneered parental notification policy in July 2023. State of California appealing.
🌳 Property owner who destroyed 15 protected oak and walnut trees at Sleepy Hollow entrance reached mitigation agreement with Chino Hills. 12 trees were protected species under city code.
🏫 Schools must have one all-gender restroom by July 2026. Districts have until July 1 to limit smartphone use on campus.
Bulletin
💰 Chino Hills accepting CDBG grant applications from nonprofits serving low-income residents through Jan. 15. Council awards funding in February. Applications at chinohills.org/cdbg or (909) 364-2710.
👮 Chino Police Department accepting applications for Community Relations Internship Program. Unpaid position for college students 18+ interested in law enforcement and community engagement. Requires flexible hours, oral interview, and background check. Contact [email protected].
2026 Partnership Slots Now Open
The Chew runs on community.
Our readers provide feedback on what they want to see, and we in turn provide trusted, honest recommendations. But we need business partners to keep this going.
We're looking for 7 local businesses to partner with us for 2026.
This means your business gets exclusive access to the most coveted spots within the newsletter — to highlight your business, run your promotions and deals, and gain true visibility within the Chino Valley.
Think social media on steroids, where readers actually find you. No more getting buried in the feed or being at the whim of the ever-fickle algorithm gods.
Once these 7 spots are filled, they're gone for the year.
Interested? Reply to this email or reach out at [email protected] and tell us why locals should hear from your business.
We especially welcome trust-based industries: real estate, dental, medical, financial, insurance, senior & family care, and home services.
The Chino Chew Dinner Club: January 22nd, 6:30pm
Our Dinner Club is here! 🎉🎉🎉
It’s like concierge matchmaking, but for real local friends. Take a short personality quiz, and get matched with 5 like-minded locals for a dinner full of fun, possibilities, & connections.
📆 January 22nd, Thursday, 6:30pm
📍 At Secret Locations all around Chino Valley!
Half way through the dinner, receive a secret invite to an afterparty location for all attendees around town to mix & mingle!
If this dinner goes well, we’ll keep hosting dinners. Reserve your seat now! Booking closes 72 hours before the dinner.
This event was made possible by partnership with Taylor Winkler Realty
We visited the hidden gem of a cafe in Chino — Julie’s Cafe ☕. With the warm decor, nutty and flavorful coffee, and hearty breakfast options, it definitely is going to be a staple in our cafe lineup. Check out our cute reel above! 🥐
🎉Herd It Around Chino
And FINALLY, your ultimate weekend planner for Chino and beyond. Start off the new year with a bang 🪩 🪅
Featured Event
A fun way to make new friends and meet locals at a personalized dinner ✨ Take a personality quiz, and get matched with 5 people that you might get along with. Make new friends, explore new connections, and maybe have a shot at love this year too 💘. Happens January 22nd, 6:30pm, all over Chino Valley — with a fun afterparty revealed for all tables halfway through dinner.
Wednesday, January 7
🍦 National Milk Day: Ice cream making at Old Schoolhouse Museum, 5493 B St, Chino, 2-4pm. Churn it old school!
Thursday, January 8
🧶 Fiber Arts Meetup: Crafty session at Diamond Bar Library, 21800 Copley Dr, 1-2:30pm. Crochet, knitting, embroidery—all welcome!
🎸 Strumming at Strum: Live music by Jimmy Becker at Strum Brewing Company, 315 N Euclid Ave, Ontario, 7-9pm. Craft beer and tunes.
Friday, January 9
☕ Coffee Club: Monthly networking at Edward Jones, 10535 Foothill Blvd, Suite 264, Rancho Cucamonga, 9-10am. December recap and 2026 outlook. Coffee and pastries provided.
🎨 Watercolor Workshop: At Chino Hills Community Foundation Art Gallery, Suite 4020, 7pm. $10 donation, supplies provided.
💃 NightClub 2Step Series: Couples-only dance class kicks off at RhythmAddict Dance Studio, 9651 Business Center Dr, Bldg 15, Suite A, Rancho Cucamonga, 8pm. 4 Fridays Jan 9-30, $145/couple. Register here.
Saturday, January 10
🎨 Art Homies Market: Celebrating queer & BIPOC creatives at Gorganson's Restaurant, Pomona, 4-10pm. Art for all mediums.
👶 Baby Story Time: Bonding at Claremont Helen Renwick Library, 10:15-10:45am. Rhymes, fingerplays, books.
🦎 Reptile Super Show: World's largest reptile exhibit at Pomona Fairplex, 1101 W McKinley Ave, 10am-5pm. Continues Sunday 11am-5pm. Details at reptilesupershow.com.
🏋️ Business Planning Masterclass: She Builds event at The Financial Architects, 10am. Sign up here.
🧘 Beauty Flow Yoga: Sound bath and manifestation for beauty preneurs at Xhale Yoga Studio, 4:30pm. Register here.
🎵 Saloon no.12: Live musical performance at HK's Bar & Grill, 9740 19th St, Rancho Cucamonga, 6-10pm.
🐾 Pet Vaccine Clinic: Affordable shots at Rancho Cucamonga Animal Shelter, 11780 Arrow Rte, 12:30-2:30pm. Rabies $15. Recurring Saturdays & Sundays.
🍇 Yumberry Bowl Opening: Grand opening at 11819 Foothill Blvd #H, Rancho Cucamonga, 10am. Açai bowls, smoothies, giveaways, samples!
😂 Comedy Night: Wine, bites, and laughs at San Antonio Winery Ontario, 2802 S Milliken Ave, 7pm. Outdoor show. Tickets here.
Sunday, January 11
☕ Cars & Coffee: Morning chrome at Donut Star, 4195 Chino Hills Pkwy, 7-9am.
🏍️ Oil Drippers: Cars & Coffee at 12437 Central Ave, Chino, 8-11am. All solo riders and clubs welcome!
🎨 Family Paint Party: Art and brews at Luchador Brewing, 15941 Pomona Rincon Rd, 11:30am-1:30pm. Supplies provided. Tickets here.
🍫 Healing with Cacao: Ceremony and meditation at 4091 Riverside Dr, Suite 117, Chino, 5-6:30pm. Reserve here.
🎨 Brushes & Brews: Paint & sip at Skyland Ale Works, 3pm. Details here.
😁 Dental Grand Opening: Say Cheese Kids Dental & Orthodontics, 12413 Central Ave, Chino, 11am. FREE event with activities, food, prizes, tours. Reservation required!
That’s it for this week! If you enjoyed this issue, send to a friend who probably made their new year’s resolutions in October of last year.
As always, you can DM us on Instagram (@thechinochew), or say hello at [email protected]
Have a great weekend, Chino! 😎