Health and wellness start with you, and The Arboretum offers so many ways to help you find your groove and step into a new, healthier, fitter you.

If you don’t know where to start, consider Gardens Clubhouse as your home base. This clubhouse is a destination for all things wellness. You can begin your day with friends stretching and breathing in the fresh air. Then, refresh in the pool, which is a great place for a low-impact workout or leisurely swim to unwind your day. Water is also known for its healing properties, so come on down and melt the stress away.

If you’re looking for more vigorous training, try out the fitness center with all the latest equipment. With state-of-the-art machines and plenty of free weights, you’ll be able to design a workout that fits your needs.

For the competition sports enthusiast, head to the open green area for a pickup soccer game or friendly Frisbee match or take a leisurely bike ride. Residents have access to open-air recreation with basketball hoops and a tennis court to keep active and healthy. You can also hit the BBQ pavilions once you’ve worked up an appetite and socialize with family and friends. Or practice your breathing exercises and daily affirmations in the fresh air. There’s no better way to unwind and clear your mind than some quality time spent in the sun. With plenty of open space to play and run, enjoying the outdoors close to home is about to be even easier.

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The holiday season has arrived, and there’s no shortage of great events in and around North Fontana to get into the spirit of the season. Check out our list of holiday-themed area happenings and events as we make our way through December.

The Nutcracker at Lewis Family Playhouse – December 7 – 8 & 21 – 22

Get swept away by the Sugar Plum Fairy and Tchaikovsky’s timeless melodies at Inland Pacific Ballet’s rendition of The Nutcracker this Christmas.

Festival of Winter – December 14

With rides, live music, holiday treats, and photos with Santa, the Festival of Winter will provide an afternoon’s worth of good times for all local community members.

Fontana Christmas Parade – December 14

Join the City of Fontana in their celebration of Christmas this year. This family-friendly event promises festive floats and holiday cheer for everyone present.

Breakfast With Santa – December 14 – 21

Enjoy A Delicious Holiday Breakfast and meet Cha! Cha!, take pictures with Santa, play games and activities, take home goodie bags, enter a raffle and win prizes, and receive an exclusive retail discount!

Christmas Lights on Thoroughbred Street – Through December

Vibrant lights and spectacular sights are just a drive away. Check out the scene on Thoroughbred Street, the Inland Empire’s most prominent display of Christmas lights, and enjoy the seasonal snacks its residents sell.

With so much to do, you’re sure to find a new tradition at The Arboretum. To keep up with this engaging community, sign up for updates and follow us on Facebook and Instagram.

Family Friendly Living

When you call The Arboretum home, effortless enjoyment awaits at every corner—both within and just outside the gates! With amenities designed to offer an all-inclusive life, family-centered fun is what The Arboretum is all about.

This gated community offers an expansive clubhouse to help you unwind any way you want. The Gardens Clubhouse offers an astounding amount of square footage dedicated solely to your family’s enjoyment with a host of spaces to come together. Cool down with your kids on a warm day in our pool or spa. Grab your partner for some high-adrenaline bonding at our tennis court or half-basketball courts. Or maybe even break out your putter at nearby putting greens. After all, you want to show up with your best shot at the neighboring Sierra Lakes Golf Club, don’t you?

Let’s not forget, fun comes in every shape and pace—if you want to slow it down, discover a leisurely pace of fun in our Indoor Lounge or enjoy our dedicated Cyber Cafe! Of course, no gathering space at The Arboretum is complete without a tot lot for the littlest members of your household.

For a little outdoor family fun, scoot on over to the BBQ Pavillion. With BBQ’s and picnic areas, these exclusive neighborhood perks have all the ingredients for the perfect day out. A dog park for your fur babies is the cherry on top of it all! And to end your fun day out, how about a s’more or two by the outdoor firepit? We’re sensing a sweet end to the perfect day.

If your vibe is a little more “teach me your ways,” then the Jessie Turner Health & Fitness Center is ready to welcome you with open arms with classes to enrich your life and keep your young ones active.

Speaking of your little ones—with great schools at the threshold of this great community, living at The Arboretum means your kids are on the path to a successful future.

And as if what lies behind the gates of The Arboretum weren’t enough, rush over to Etiwanda Falls Trail or Glen Helen Regional Park for wide-open spaces to truly come together as a family. If the only inspiration you need is a little retail therapy, then shop till you drop at happening nearby shopping hubs like Falcon Ridge Town Center or tree-lined Victoria Gardens. Shopping for the adults and froyo galore for the kids!

Effortless living isn’t just the gold standard at The Arboretum. It’s the only standard. With recreational features to guarantee family-centered fun, The Arboretum has got every facet of your life covered.

So check out our variety of neighborhoods now selling and schedule a Gardens Clubhouse tour online to discover what effortless, family-friendly living really looks like. Plus, be sure to follow us on Instagram and Facebook to be in the know on everything happening at The Arboretum.

Cooler days are here! Grab your Pumpkin Spiced Latte and venture out of The Arboretum to enjoy local activities for the whole family all season long.

Pumpkin Patches and Corn Mazes

Fall wouldn’t be complete without a visit to a pumpkin patch or corn maze. You can pick your own pumpkins, get lost in a corn maze, and enjoy other family-friendly activities like hayrides and petting zoos. Seasonal Adventure Pumpkin Patch in Rancho Cucamonga offers this and then some! Here, you will find obstacle courses, mechanical rides, and a train for the little ones! If you’re also looking for fun fall decorations, they have them! From scarecrows, cornstalks, Indian corn, and strawbales. This pumpkin patch will not disappoint! If you don’t mind a short 35-minute drive, the Live Oak Canyon Pumpkin Patch in Yucaipa has fun rides, games, corn mazes, and photo ops!

Fun Fall Events

Fontana comes alive with spooky fun during Halloween. There are plenty of events for families to enjoy, including trick-or-treating, haunted houses, and costume parties. Check out Spooky Splash Halloween Dive-in Movie. This event will have a Halloween movie on a big screen while you float in the pool! Concessions will also be available when you get hungry. The Community Services Department’s Halloween Trick-or-Treat Alley is another event that brings together the community for a day of fun and celebration at Jessie Turner, Cypress Neighborhood, or Don Day Center. You will be able to enjoy enchanting performances, delightful treats, and lively costume parades to revel in the Halloween spirit! The Community Services Department will also host Halloween Howl. You can bring your four-legged friends for a tail-wagging good time! Here, you can enjoy treats, music, and a pet costume contest. These are great opportunities to have thrills and chills with the whole family.

It doesn’t stop there! More opportunities for kid-friendly fun are all around all season long! Enjoy the community celebration of Dia De Los Muertos at the Don Day Neighborhood Center, or make a splash with the first-ever floating pumpkin patch at the Pumpkin Pool-ooza at the Fontana Park Aquatic Center!

Fall-Themed DIY

At the end of it all, you have the ingredients for a perfect fall right in your own home. Gather around your kitchen island to DIY some themed crafts with the kids or grab your family recipe book and bake away! Whether you choose Grandma’s classic pumpkin pie, caramel apples, or any other classic Fall treat, your spacious gourmet kitchen will have plenty of room for a delicious evening of family bonding. End the night on another high—grab your freshly baked treat and a cozy blanket and settle into your spacious great room or loft for movie night!

Whether you’re looking for outdoor adventures, family-friendly activities, or delicious food, there is something for everyone during the fall season. So gather your loved ones and enjoy this charming city for a memorable experience!

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Finding the perfect after-school, after-work or weekend activities is serious business. For The Arboretum residents, the perfect solution is nearby your home: Jessie Turner Health & Fitness Community Center. A short drive to the community center offers a variety of play spaces, activities and classes for the whole family.

This 43,000-square-foot facility boasts a variety of amenities: fitness room, dance/aerobics room plus Tiny Tots rooms for children. Additionally, the center provides a banquet hall with a maximum capacity of 250, multipurpose room and a conference room—discover the rental opportunities available to you, whether you’re looking to host a meeting, seminar, birthday party or even a wedding.

In addition to all this space, you have access to unique programming and a variety of classes that help promote healthy habits and new skills, such as karate and gymnastics programs for kids. A bonus: Fontana Farmers’ Market sets up shop at Jessie Turner on Sundays from 10am to 3pm.

Looking for some fun in the sun? The Fontana Park Aquatic Center, located just outside the community center, is an area favorite for all kinds of pool play. Whether you’re looking to swim laps or have a fun day sliding down waterslides and splashing around, the aquatic center is an ideal place to spend time. Office hours are Monday through Friday from 5am to 8pm and Saturday from 7am to 12pm.

Just around the corner from Jessie Turner Community Center, Fontana North Skate Park offers residents some fun on wheels. Skateboarders, inline skaters and scooter riders are welcome to use the park’s two large skate bowls—one for advanced riders and one for intermediate—every day of the week, while BMXers are welcome on Sunday evenings. Additionally, the park offers summer camps and clinics throughout the year: a perfect way for younger enthusiasts to learn the ropes! The bowls include stairs, rails and boxes to challenge riders of varying skill levels—plus, you can browse for new gear at the park’s skate shop.

All of these exciting recreational spots are just a short drive from your favorite Arboretum amenities like Gardens Clubhouse. Surrounded by other parks and green spaces, residents are able to plan big events, take classes and enjoy the space with incredible ease!

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For beginning putters and golf enthusiasts alike, The Arboretum has you covered with an array of golf courses nearby.

It’s an exciting golfing experience at Sierra Lakes Golf Club, with an 18-hole, par-72 golf course to put your skills to the test. Featuring gently rolling fairways and easy walkability, the courses at Sierra Lakes are friendly to golfers of all skill levels and offer stunning views of the San Bernardino Mountains.

Welcome to a scenic parkland-style course at Goose Creek Golf Club, in the Hidden Valley Wildlife Area along the Santa Ana River. This stunning course offers a fun and challenging way to take your game to the next level.

Hit up the next tee time at Whispering Lakes Golf Course, a newly renovated facility with a brand new clubhouse! With generous tree-lined fairways and a tranquil setting, this local favorite continues to be the best bang for your buck for golf in San Bernardino County.

If you want a more relaxed, social golf outing with food, drinks, music, and fun for all ages, try Topgolf. This premier entertainment destination includes climate-controlled all-weather hitting bays with TVs, a range of game options, and a fun atmosphere.

Whether you are a seasoned golfer or a beginner, these golf courses offer a haven to enjoy the sport, connect with nature, and create lasting memories with friends and fellow golf enthusiasts.

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