Air-Conditioned Relief Open at City Hall Through Thursday
Grand Terrace, CA · October 6, 2026
Step outside early if you have errands to run this morning, because the afternoon thermometer is marching straight toward triple digits. You will want plenty of ice water and a reliable shade tree before noon arrives.
The Lead
With temperatures climbing into triple digits across the Inland Empire this week, the City of Grand Terrace has opened an emergency cooling center inside the City Hall Community Room at 22795 Barton Road. The air-conditioned facility remains available to the public daily from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM through Thursday, October 8, providing chilled water, seating, and relief from the intense unseasonal heat. Local officials encourage high-risk residents—including older adults, families with infants, and outdoor workers—to take advantage of the space during peak afternoon sunshine. Meanwhile, community volunteers continue coordinating evening meal services nearby at St. Pius X to ensure vulnerable neighbors stay sheltered and nourished. Anyone needing a break from the sweltering temperatures can simply walk in during open hours, with county health coordinators advising everyone to check on elderly neighbors before afternoon highs peak.
Local Pulse
Elementary Schools Dismiss Early for Fall Conferences Schools Campuses across the district release students early each afternoon this week to allow teachers and families to meet.
Titans Football Hosts Summit on Veteran’s Night Community Grand Terrace High School welcomes fans to the stadium tomorrow evening to honor local veterans under stadium lights.
Today's Outlook
- High 102°F · Low 72°F — Clear
- Drink plenty of water and seek shade during the blistering afternoon heat.
What's On Around Town
Today
- Preschool Storytime Grand Terrace Branch Library (22795 Barton Rd), 11:00 AM–Noon · Free Interactive stories, rhymes, and alphabet games for young learners.
- Adult Book Club Colton Public Library Main Branch (656 N 9th St), Colton, 6:00 PM · Free Lively community discussion exploring Jeneva Rose's thriller novel.
- Smiley Live! Opera Showcase A.K. Smiley Public Library (125 W Vine St), Redlands, 7:00 PM · Free Live vocal performance by the VTO touring opera company.
Tomorrow
- GT Trotters Walking Group Grand Terrace Senior Center (22627 Grand Terrace Rd), 9:00–9:30 AM · Free
- Dia de los Muertos Crafts A.K. Smiley Public Library (173 S Eureka St), Redlands, 6:00 PM · Free
- Titans Varsity Football vs. Summit Grand Terrace High School Stadium (21810 W Main St), 7:00 PM · Paid
Thursday
- Baby Story Time A.K. Smiley Public Library (125 W Vine St), Redlands, 9:30 AM · Free
- Historic Asistencia Open Gates Asistencia (29630 Barton Rd), Redlands, 1:00–4:00 PM · Free
Spotlight & Story
- Lisa Llewellyn
- Lisa Llewellyn manages the 3,500-square-foot branch inside the Civic Center on Barton Road, keeping literacy tutoring, weekly toddler storytimes, and technology access humming for over 13,000 residents. She keeps shelves curated and computer stations running from morning opening through the afternoon rush.
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