The Joshua Tree Cultural Center is launching the Joshua Tree Jazz Orchestra, a dynamic new ensemble created by the team behind the acclaimed Joshua Tree Philharmonic and rooted in the creative pulse of Joshua Tree. Celebrating the full spectrum of jazz from swing and Latin to big band, bebop, and modern chart driven repertoire, the orchestra aims to build a vibrant community of musicians eager to perform and collaborate. Instrumentalists are invited to an organizational meeting on April 7, 2026 at 6:30 pm in the Cultural Center’s Blak Box Theater, where the vision, rehearsal schedule, and performance goals will be shared. Directed by Bill Barrett, this ground floor gathering offers saxophonists, trumpeters, trombonists, pianists, bassists, guitarists, drummers, and other jazz players the chance to connect, contribute, and help shape an exciting new chapter in the desert’s music scene.

The Rim of the World Farmers Market has grown into a lively Sunday tradition for the Lake Arrowhead mountain community, offering a fresh and local shopping experience set against the stunning backdrop of the San Bernardino Mountains. Hosted at Rim of the World High School on CA 18, the market runs every Sunday from February through October, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., making it an easy stop for residents and weekend visitors alike. With a focus on organic produce and locally sourced goods, the market blends fresh flavors with community connection, creating the perfect place to stock up for the week while enjoying the crisp mountain air.

Zines take center stage in this hands-on workshop that celebrates the power of DIY and do it together publishing. These handmade, self published booklets connect to a rich world of pamphlets, chapbooks, and blogs, offering an accessible and flexible format for sharing stories, ideas, and creative expression. Drawing from her 30 plus year collection, Jillian introduces participants to common zine styles and guides them through at least three different construction methods, including 8 page and 16 page mini zines folded from a single sheet of paper, quarter and half page formats with varied bindings, and accordion styles. Participants will also collaborate on a group zine that will be mailed out after class, and each person will leave with at least three handmade zines plus the skills and confidence to keep creating and sharing long after the workshop ends. The registration fee is 35 dollars.

Those who care about protecting and sharing the beauty of the San Bernardino National Forest are invited to take the first step by attending a volunteer orientation at the Big Bear Discovery Center. This introductory session welcomes community members who want to give back by helping visitors learn about local wildlife, trails, and safe outdoor recreation. Volunteers play an important role in connecting people to public lands while supporting conservation and stewardship efforts. Orientation is the perfect opportunity to learn how to get involved, meet like minded nature enthusiasts, and become part of a team dedicated to protecting and celebrating the forest.

A perfect mountain morning in Crestline starts with a warm cup of coffee from Goodwin & Sons Market, conveniently located across from Lake Gregory. From there, visitors can take a peaceful stroll around the lake, breathing in crisp mountain air and soaking up scenic views. To keep the sense of connection going, the Crest Forest Senior Citizens Club invites locals to join for just 20 dollars a year, offering a calendar full of engaging activities, social gatherings, and a welcoming community that makes it easy to stay active, involved, and inspired year round.

This one day regional fair brings together a dynamic showcase of artists’ books, catalogues, monographs, periodicals, prints, and zines, creating a vibrant space where print culture takes center stage. Featuring more than forty exhibitors, the event goes beyond browsing with temporary art installations, live talks, and hands-on workshops that invite guests to engage directly with artists and makers. With food and music rounding out the experience, the fair offers an immersive celebration of independent publishing, creative experimentation, and the power of art in print.

Laughter takes center stage each month at the Inland Empire’s favorite Stand Up Spotlight Comedy Night, where a powerhouse lineup of seasoned comedians delivers nonstop laughs in a high energy, can’t miss show. Known as a go to comedy destination in the region, this monthly event features performers with credits from major late night talk shows and streaming platforms like Hulu, Showtime, and Netflix, so the talent is undeniable. With affordable ticket prices, special deals for pairs, and a full selection of alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks and concessions available for purchase, it is the perfect excuse to grab a friend and make a night of it. Tickets sell fast for a reason. This is the kind of show that keeps audiences coming back month after month.

ART ON STATE STREET transforms downtown Redlands into an open air creative corridor for one day only on Sunday, March 15. State Street between 6th and 7th Streets closes to vehicle traffic, making room for artists to line the block with canopies, tables, racks, and displays that invite easy pedestrian strolling right down the center of the street. Visitors can explore a wide range of fine art and crafts both outdoors and inside the Gallery at 215 E. State Street, discovering everything from serious and thought provoking pieces to whimsical and functional works. It is a vibrant celebration of local talent that highlights just how fortunate Redlands is to have such a strong and diverse arts community.

This donation based event offers audiences the chance to directly support the artist while experiencing the boundary pushing work of Tatsuya Nakatani, an internationally active avant garde percussionist, composer, and sound artist. Performing and touring since the 1990s, Nakatani has released more than 80 recordings and presents over 150 concerts each year, with a primary focus on his solo performances and his large ensemble project, the Nakatani Gong Orchestra. Known for his deep involvement in new music, improvisation, and experimental sound, he also leads master classes and lectures at universities and conservatories worldwide. Originally from Japan and now based in Truth or Consequences, New Mexico, Nakatani brings decades of global collaboration and sonic exploration to every performance.

This free Creative Economy Convening invites artists, culture bearers, creative entrepreneurs, and community leaders to come together in the Morongo Basin during the public engagement phase of California’s Creative Economy Workgroup Strategic Plan, ensuring that local priorities and lived experiences directly shape what comes next. Co hosted by Arts Connection – Arts Council of San Bernardino County, Juniper Clay Studio, NOSOTROS, and Yucca Valley Material Lab, the gathering is designed specifically for the Morongo Basin’s creative ecosystem. Through facilitated tabletop conversations, participants will reflect on what has changed, what is working, and where systems are falling short, translating real world experience into actionable input that can inform a stronger, more responsive regional and statewide framework.

The City of San Bernardino invites the community to ring in the Lunar New Year with a vibrant, high energy Year of the Horse celebration taking over Court Street Square. This festive afternoon brings together culture, creativity, and community with live cultural performances, music, food vendors, local artists, artisan goods, and family friendly activities that celebrate tradition and connection. The event is currently welcoming vendors offering food and specialty treats, handmade art and crafts, cultural goods, and interactive community booths, making it a prime opportunity to showcase creative work, connect with a diverse and enthusiastic crowd, and be part of a meaningful cultural moment in the heart of downtown San Bernardino.

This month, STEAM Outdoors invites young learners to dig into the world of stone fruit and discover the essential role fruit trees play in our everyday lives. Through hands-on exploration, children will learn how fruit grows from delicate blossoms to a bountiful harvest while exploring how people have cared for, cultivated, and shared fruit across generations. The program connects food to land, community, and history, helping kids understand how seasonal change, patience, and care shape both what we eat and how we relate to one another, all through engaging outdoor learning and discovery.