Programs

“NASA’s Europa Clipper Mission: Ambitious Science and Engineering Challenges” – Leo spent 43 years helping to turn ambitious ideas into spacecraft that explore the solar system. After earning his Electrical Engineering degree from Cal Poly Pomona in 1982, he joined JPL and never looked back—contributing to missions that have expanded humanity’s understanding of planets, oceans, […]

“Traffic and Transportation Commission and Route 66 Anniversary” – Sonja Stump is a Claremont businessperson who has served the community in many ways. She is currently chair of the City of Claremont Traffic and Transportation Commission. She has served on many community organizations including Claremont Heritage, Claremont Chamber of Commerce, Claremont High School PFA, and

“Eldercare Experiences in the Claremont Area” – Speakers who live at four eldercare facilities will talk about why they made the choice to move there and how it has been going. On our panel are residents from Hillcrest, Claremont Manor, Pilgrim Place, and Mt. San Antonio Gardens. This will be a personal and informative session

“Investing in These Turbulent Times” – We are honored to have a financial expert give his analysis of the current economic market. Bring your questions about investments! Don Gould is the president and chief investment officer of Gould Asset Management, which he founded in 1999. He holds a BA in Economics from Pomona College and

“The Legacy of Astronaut Sally Ride” – Bear Ride, sister of Sally Ride, will share thoughts about Sally’s legacy, her experiences as an astronaut, and the causes that mattered deeply to Sally and continue to matter to Reverend Ride. Reverend Ride is an ordained Presbyterian minister who once served at the Claremont Presbyterian Church.

“San Antonio High School – Claremont’s Continuation High School” – Andrea Deligio and the teaching staff of San Antonio High School will discuss the “other high school in Claremont.” They will provide an overview of the role of the school, the students, specific programs and the successes of the school. As explained in a recent

“Ada Gates, The First Female Thoroughbred Farrier” – Ada Gates was born into NY high society with a family tree dating back to 1700’s America. An unexpected tripWest led to an unexpected career as the only woman farrier for Thoroughbred racehorses. Ada’s talk andPowerPoint highlights the adventures and fame of a career beyond her wildest

“A Conversation with Claremont Mayor Jennifer Stark” – Jennifer Stark is serving her second term on the Claremont City Council(November 2022 – November 2026) following the 2018 mid-termelections in which she was the top vote-getter among three newcouncilmembers. She served as Mayor in 2020-21. Jennifer’s commitment to serving the community of Claremont is rootedin her

“Zoe TeBeau ‘Antique Roadshow” – When challenged with liquidating an estate of a family member or friend, most people have no idea how valuable the circular market (secondary market or used personal property market) is to the economy and why it is so popular currently. Where would you start? Most non-profits are establishing boutiques on-line.

“Peru: Lima, Cusco, and the Sacred Valley” – David and Anne traveled to Lima, Peru in May, 2025 for a family wedding and to tour the area. Learn about historic sites and enjoy an “armchair trip” about Peruvian culture.