Inland Empire Weekly September 11 2014

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Dozens gather for ceremony at 9/11 Memorial in Loma Linda

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Firefighters held a 9/11 Memorial Ceremony in front of a 9/11 memorial at the Loma Linda Fire Department Headquarters.

munity gathered last week at the Harley-Davidson and Loma Linda Loma Linda Fire Department H.O.G. held a 9/11 Memorial Ride irefighters from the cities Headquarters for a 9/11 Memorial that traveled in procession-style of Loma and Colton, along Ceremony and Ride.

9/11 memorial, cont. on next with dozens from the com- Before the ceremony, Quaid pg.

By Yazmin Alvarez

State Superintendent of Schools visits Citrus Valley High School

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State Superintendent of Schools Tom Torlakson walks the campus of Citrus Valley High School in Redlands Sept. 5.

By Yazmin Alvarez

itrus Valley High School was paid a special visit from State Superintendent of Schools Tom Torlakson, and

students and staff were eager to Sept. 5 visit. show off what makes the Torlakson, joined by an entourage of county and district Blackhawks so unique.

“The use of technology here is officials, toured the campus visitwhere I’d hope all districts move Visit, cont. on next pg. toward,” said Torlakson during his

September 11, 2014

Former FBI agents on Unabomber case to speak at B&N

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NABOMBER: How the FBI Broke Its Own Rules to Capture the Terrorist Ted Kaczynski will be the topic of discussion at Barnes & Noble Redlands Sept. 11.

The public is invited to join authors and former FBI agents Jim Freeman, Terry Turchie and Max Noel at 5:30pm for talk and booksigning of their newly released book. UNABOMBER documents the pursuit of one of America’s most feared terrorists between 1978 and 1996; Ted Kaczynski was convicted of killing 3 people and injuring 23 through a series of mail bombs.

The book is uniquely authored by the three key FBI individuals who ran the case that changed the FBI from the traditionbound, media-shy agency of J. Edgar Hoover, to the high-tech, media- savvy agency of today.

Jim Freeman, the SAC appointed by FBI Director Louis Freeh, Terry Turchie, the Assistant Special Agent in Charge of the UNABOM Task Force, and Max Noel, the Supervisory Special Agent of the UNABOM Task Force, and arresting Special Agent, recount the fascinating story of the FBI’s dramatic change from the “corner office” to the Agent on the wind-swept streets.

The book talk is scheduled as a part of the Public Safety Academy of San Bernardino’s annual bookfair, which honors those who were affected by the events of 9/11. PSA will open the bookfair with a presentation of colors, and plans to have family friendly activities from 5:30-7:00pm. The community is welcome to attend all activities. Barnes & Noble will donate a percentage of related purchases when customers mention PSA at any register.

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A 9/11 memorial site is available for public viewing at the Loma Linda Fire Department Headquarters.

9/11 memorial, cont. from front a divot in the ground filled with The speech resonated with jagged rock of various colors. The Thomas Flores, a veteran. rocks memorialize each of the three He said the memorial has helped through the city. areas affected by the events of 9/11, him gather and sort thoughts he’s Following the ride was an Honor McHargue described to the crowd. put behind.

Guard presentation which included The Pentagon walls of the memo- “It’s made me see that through all a flag-raising and bell ceremony. rial are studded with granite I’ve endured, I can still stand here Members of Firefighters Local 935 plaques depicting the timeline of and reflect. This is what we (veterPipes and Drums performed in re- events from the moment the flights ans) need.” membrance of those who were lost departed through the moment the The memorial sits outside of the during the tragedies of Sept. 11, sun set, “No words, no ceremony Loma Linda Fire Department 2001. U.S. Marine Staff Sergeant or plaques will ever replace the Headquarters, 11325 Loma Linda Jaime Magallanes and representa- losses felt across our country; very Drive. It is available for public tives from the cities of Loma Linda personal losses that some family viewing. and Colton also gave brief remarks. today and this week will think Proceeds from the event will supThe words shared by Colton Fire about. It will not completely fill the port the Loma Linda University Chief Tim McHargue brought tears void,” he said. “This local memo- Children’s Hospital, The Loma to the eyes of many in the crowd. rial was envisioned to provide our Linda and Colton Injured FireThe memorial is piece of steel communities with a solemn place fighter Fund and the Wounded from one the fallen World Trade to remember and reflect - for some Warrior Project.

Center towers strewn between con- to move on their way and for a new crete pieces depicting the towers, generation to be educated.” ~ iecn.yazmin@gmail.com. site walls forming the Pentagon and

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SSgt. Jaime Magallanes presents the Prescott Paddle to Loma Linda and Colton firefighters.

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9/11 Memorial Ceremony in Loma Linda.

9/11 Memorial Ceremony in Loma Linda.

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ROP retailing students talk to Torlakson and Citrus Valley Principal Bernie Cavanagh.

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State Superintendent Tom Torlakson visits students in a telepresence class in Advanced Placement U.S. History, taught by Vanessa Aranda.

son oversees approximately 6.3 million students, 10,000 schools and 1,100 districts statewide.

The special visit was made possible through a collaboration between RUSD and officials from the San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools office, said RUSD Superintendent Lori Rhodes.

ing several classrooms and programs available to students including telepresence programming, career technical education, ROP classes and how technology is being merged into Common Core and classrooms district wide.

A fan of the telepresence classrooms, Torlakson said the programming allows students for more options in expanding their education.

"It's very unique. I don't know of Yazmin Alvarez is a reporter too many other schools in the state with Inland Empire Community using technology like this,” he said. Newspapers and can be reached As state superintendent, Torlak- at iecn.yazmin@gmail.com.

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itating cultural exchange. The Chinese Pavilion on Mission Inn Blvd. commemorates the legacy of Chinese immigrants and their contribution to the local economy. In addition the Association supports other local events such as the Lunar Fest, Orange Blossom Parade, and enriched International Relations in World Affairs Councils. This non-profit organization will be seen more involved in the local community as more and information call more Chinese Americans become sorship 909.534.2693 part of Inland Empire.

The Chinese Moon Festival is a El Grito: major holiday in Asia and is becoming a major event in the Inland In celebration of the 204th an- Empire. niversary of Mexico's Independence from Spain in 1821, it's tradition that the President of Mex- 10-Year Anniversary: ico delivers the traditional El Grito de Dolores, Mexicanos, Viva Mex- The Youth Action Project (YAP) ico! at midnight on September 15. will celebrate its 10th Anniversary It marks the celebration of the of serving the community through events and people that resulted in youth initiatives with a Fundraiser independence from Spain after Gala on Thursday, October 16 at three centuries of oppression. It Riverside Community Hospitalwas on September 16, 1810 just Health Education Center. Keynote before dawn that Miguel Hidalgo speaker is Robert k. Ross, M.D., y Costilla, a respected and well ed- President and CEO of the Califorucated Catholic priest, called to nia Endowment. arms the indigenous Indians and mixed mestizos. It was the first Save the Date: step in the bloody struggle for independence that lasted eleven Saturday, September 13 - The years. In the Inland Empire this San Bernardino County Arts event will be marked by the re- Connection presents Arts Connecgional Mexican consul, Mrs. Car- tion Conference 2014 with the olina Zaragoza Flores with a theme of "Professional Practices celebration at California State Uni- for Visual and Performing Artists versity, San Bernardino starting at and Administrators?" The confer6 p.m. The event will feature a cul- ence will be held at the Victoria tural program and food represent- Gardens Cultural Center, 1205 ing the different states of Mexico Cultural Center Drive, Rancho Cuas well as the official Grito. camonga from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Gloria’s Corner

Gloria Macias Harrison

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Bach to Boots:

ith budget cuts and low financing of public education, one must applaud the San Bernardino Symphony Guild that is committed to raising the funds to provide music education in the schools. This year, the Symphony Guild plans to host music education programs at every elementary school in the San Bernardino School District, as well as continue to support the Symphony in its efforts to provide students no cost or low cost tickets to symphony performances, to provide community outreach programs, and offering our community great classical performances.

Their annual fundraiser to support their mission is Bach to Boots. It is slated for Saturday, September 20 at the Old Glen Ranch, Lytle Creek. The theme this year is Hang 'Em High at the O.K. Coral. Everyone is invited to come dressed as your favorite western movie character. Participants will enjoy a gourmet chuck wagon dinner, live music and dancing with The Electric Tumbleweeds, and entertainment by the Tombstone Legends.

Those attending and/or being a sponsor of this event will be recognized for their generous support of arts education and awareness in our community.

Bach to Boots chair, Carrie Schmidt, is right when she states, "children involved in music performance and music appreciation score higher on their SAT's, receive more academic honors and awards than their non-music peers, and experience enhanced brain development. The arts enrich and strengthen our children and our community." Because the Guild firmly believes these facts, this dedicated group work hard to raise the money necessary to support music education programs as well as the Symphony Association's many endeavors that give our community the beauty of music.

To date, the Guild has provided over 95,000 3rd grade students with an introduction to orchestral instruments. For ticket and spon-

For sponsorship and registration information visit: info@artsconnectionnetwork.org or call The Inland Chinese Association 909.537.5809 will hold its 2014 Chinese Moon Festival at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, Thursday, September 25 - KiSeptember 20 at the Riverside wanis of Greater San Convention Center, 3637 5th Bernardino presents the 48th AnStreet. Founded in 1987, the Asso- nual Installation of Officers & ciation exists with the purpose of Club Fundraiser at Mitla's Cafe, sharing Chinese culture, teaching 602 N. Mt. Vernon. This Kiwanis Chinese language, education and Chapter is one of the largest in the preserving Chinese history, pro- area and sponsors many commumoting local businesses, and facilChinese Moon Festival:

nity activities. To RSVP call Mike have learned to take delight in Arteaga at 909.254.1969 the essential differences between man and cultures. He will learn Sunday, September 28 - Rialto that differences in ideas and atMayor Deborah Robinson's 5K titudes are a delight, part of life's Around the Rocks hosted by exciting variety, not something Susan Patane. The events begins at to fear."

8a.m. at the Cemex Lytle Creek Plant, 3221 N. Riverside Ave. pro- Gene Roddenberry ceeds to benefit Athletes for Life.

Register at www.miningawareness.com Gloria Harrison is publisher of the Inland Empire Community Favorite Quote: Newspapers and can be reached "If man is to survive, he will at gloharrison@me.com

HSSBV Annual Casino Night & Dog House Auction

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he Humane Society of San Bernardino Valley will be hosting Ante Up for Animals Casino Night and Dog House Auction “Mask”-querade on Saturday, October 18, 2014 from 5:30 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. at 374 West Orange Show Road, San Bernardino.

Attendees can gamble the night away and have the opportunity to win several fabulous raffle prize packages! Guests are encouraged to wear a mask for the Mask-querade and will also enjoy music, a photo booth, food and fun!

Tickets are available for purchase now! Ticket prices are $25 for single tickets or $40 for cou-

ples. Each ticket includes entry to the event, food, drink ticket, raffle ticket, and $100 in Casino Cash.

This event is for guests 21 years of age and older.

Sponsors for Ante Up for Animals Casino Night and Dog House Auction include Subaru of San Bernardino, FrontLine Plus, Boehringer-Ingelheim, Jordan Insurance- An Empire Company, Well Fargo Advisors, LLC and PK Design. For tickets or more details on Ante Up for Animals Casino Night & Dog House Auction please visit www.hssbv.org or call (909) 386-1400 ext. 224. All proceeds from this event benefit the HSSBV programs and services.

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with our community."

And that’s what can possibly happen if there is a shift in how we choose to spend our money.

Anthony Victoria

Take time to enjoy a meal at a small establishment.

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ave you ever heard of a food flood? Well, there’s plenty of them happening this month.

Sounds strange right?

San Bernardino Generation Now and the Revolve Project are helping numerous small restaurants in the city to “flood”, or in lamest terms, gain traffic from local residents for the purpose of supporting their business.

The idea comes from the group’s “grassroots” philosophy of helping the local community.

The group has been successful thus far in getting community residents to attend these events. This past weekend they held a flood at the Green Shack Marketplace, in which yours truly chowed down on a delicious turkey sub. Not only does the place serve as a deli restaurant, but also allows you to take care of financial needs. The location provides Western Union services, Notary and Passport services, and allows you to provide payments on utility bills.

Manal Iskander, one of the owners of the marketplace, has a warm personality that makes you feel welcome and it transcends on to her employees.

“I've decided to bring culture back to San Bernardino," she said.

"The green shack is a fun place with lots of energy, good products, and allows you to connect

While the bigger restaurant chains like McDonalds, Wendy’s, or even our local chains like Bakers and In-N-Out have more popularity over small restaurants like Molly’s Café or Mitla’s Mexican Café, these places bring an aura of history to our city. The millennial generation that is so heavily reliant on the marketing and advertising of these genetically modified meals can contribute to the growth of their local economy.

Rusty Palmer, 28, an entrepreneur and graduate student at Cal State San Bernardino devotes most of his efforts into making sure small businesses get their information out to the local community. What’s his main platform: social media.

The time you spend sharing a photo on Instagram of yourself dining and watching football at Buffalo Wild Wings with your lovely girlfriend (or boyfriend) can very well be a photo of yourself watching that same game at a local mom/pop restaurant. As we all know, it’s very easy to share information online now. Sharing a positive experience at one of our local restaurants can encourage a small business owner to expand his business, make his or her day, or even be a deciding factor as to whether they want to continue on. It’s that spirit of encouragement and community that will make people want to visit our city.

The next flood will take place on Thursday September 11 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Jouni’s Kitchen, located at 1040 W. 40th St., and that will be followed by another event at Alfredo’s on September 18. For more information, follow San Bernardino Generation Now on Facebook.

I encourage you all to contact me and share your experience at a local restaurant.

Anthony Victoria is a community writer for the Inland Empire Community Newspaper Group and can be reached at avictoria@iecn.com or at (909) 3819898 Ext. 208

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Letter of support for Dr. G

This is written to show my admiration for Dr. Luis Gonzalez (Dr. G). He has honored Colton's veterans thru his book "WWII Veterans Living in Colton", and helps them whenever he can.

His excellent work with the Colton Museum has been duly noted in the local newspapers, on more than one occasion.

Dr. G is always going around

town talking to people and using his nearly twenty years of educational experience to help others.

This is noted when he addresses the Colton city council on behalf of those who are not accustom to public speaking. He gives his point of view and makes suggestion that he feels may help the city.

I understand that he is running for the council seat in district 4

Your story," Inspections of San Bernardino Nursing Homes Reveals Frightening Results," (9/5/14) is misleading and a disservice to nursing home residents, family members and dedicated long-term care employees in the Inland Empire.

age as stated in the article. In addition, none of the deficiencies cited in the article alleged patient harm or sub-standard quality of care, as defined by the federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Anyone can make a complaint; in fact nursing homes are required to self-report every complaint that is made – the important element is whether the complaint was substantiated by a regulatory body.

According to the latest report from the federal government, which tracks nursing home compliance, the average number of deficiencies in California following an inspection is 9.1. Deficiencies Nursing homes are the most at San Bernardino nursing homes highly regulated health care setwere under the statewide average tings in California, with close to in 2013, at 8.3, not over the aver- one thousand state and federal regAccording to an article, the students given this assignment did not have access to computers while they did the assignment. They were given three printouts of articles on three different websites.

For this type of in-class assignment, it is necessary that all students have exactly the same input for the purpose of evaluation, so they could not have access to computers to do or not do additional research.

In a different article printed in this paper on the same day and the same page as the one I mentioned above, the newspaper gave the websites for the three articles provided to the students. I looked

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them up and read them. Two said that the Holocaust happened; one was a well-written essay and the other was a bullet list of facts. One article denied that the Holocaust happened; it was written in essay form.

The letter writer wrote that the teachers must not have done a good job teaching and modeling critical thinking because some of the students concluded that the Holocaust never happened.

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tors might include the individual student’s belief system, the attitudes of his/her parents and acquaintances toward Jews and Israel, and the way Jews and Israelis are portrayed in the movies he/she has watched and the novels he/she has read.

I think the Holocaust occurred and millions of Jews were killed and others including Romans, Christians, pastors and disabled people. I also think that each person’s conclusion about the occurThere are lots of factors involved rence of the Holocaust is based as in how people think and come to much their beliefs as on the facts. conclusions, maybe more influential than the teaching they received Elizabeth Kerr, in school. In this case, those facOntario

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and will not accept any money from special interest groups or unions. This speaks well as to his character. I wish him the best of luck and I'm sure he would make a fine councilman.

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ing Americans from abuse by the 1 percent — that very small group owning my place of employment but not owning me. I don’t need to be threatened into doing a great job. It’s only right that I should share in the fruits of my labor.

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Words to Think About: Remembering the good in the world and problems can always be solved

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By G. W. Abersold Ph.D.

he media has not been derelict in its responsibility to report the news.

Events throughout our nation are seemingly touching every part of the world. Obviously such events were not committed in a vacuum.

The riots in Ferguson, Missouri,

the militarism of police in various cities, corruption in local governments, violation of civil voting rights, the killing of black teenagers, the rise of militia groups, on and on.

World-wide the accounts are likewise reported. The rise of ISIS in Iraq, the conflict between Russia and the Ukraine, the loss of airliners, the spread of Ebola, earthquakes in many areas, violent storms, the war between Israel and Palestine, killings of terrorists, and on and on.

But what is disturbing is the short memory that the news media has; which affects all of us. What about the Watts riots in the 60’s, the tragedy of the Vietnam War in the 60’s and 70’s, the disgrace of President Richard Nixon, the Iraq and Afghanistan conflicts, the Great Depression, the riots in the South in the 50’s, the Holocaust in Germany, the massacre of Koreans and other Asians by the Japanese, the strikes and criminal activities of the 30’s. On and on.

There isn’t anything much worse

than the paralysis of our government by the Republican and Democratic parties refusing to compromise. But it isn’t new. The founding of our country was not an easy venture. Harmony and agreement came about by tough debates and ultimately a compromise.

For those knowledgeable in Biblical History are aware of the Council of Nicea. That occurred in 325 A.D. and it decided the books in the New Testament and the nature of Jesus and the Trinity.

The decision was only reached after intense debates, and a spattering of prayer. They had knockbrawling among down representative bishops. WOW!!

A Jewish legend reminds us that whenever two Jews get together, they have at least five opinions.

That’s true of all races.

The media has consistently predicted the demise of religion in the USA. For sure the mainline churches are in trouble: Southern Baptist, Methodist, Congregational, Lutheran, and Presbyterian.

Also the Catholic churches.

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However, the rest of the story is different. Consider Joel Osteen’s church in Houston, Texas. It has 30,000 members, and growing. Or Rick Warren’s church - east of Mission Viejo-25,000 members and growing.

In the Inland Empire the mainline churches are declining, but consider these huge congregations: The Rock, The Way, New Hope Missionary Baptist, Trinity, Calvary Chapel and Immanuel Baptist. All of them growing by leaps and bounds.

They all have several things in common: outstanding music, friendly membership, a positive message and dynamic preaching.

They all have taken the social gospel from the mainline churches.

Consider the Immanuel Church in Highland. With about 7000 members, they have a great musical program; their outreach is purely social-they provide a low price, excellent dinner for anyone.

Rob Zinn is big enough physically to play football in the NFL. He is a dynamic, powerful preacher—

complimenting the music. His message is clear and biblical based. No wonder the church is growing.

The Catholic Church is also seeing a change for the good. Pope Francis is guiding it to be more tolerant. St. Adelaide in Highland is enlarging the sanctuary and obviously increasing attendance.

The economy is also seeing a strong movement upward. The stock market is flirting with a 17,000 Dow. The automobile industry and the housing market is showing gains.

Dormant cities like Detroit and Sacramento are being reestablished. The electronic business and Health Services are hiring all the time. Incidentally, both cities have a mayor that played professional basketball. Dave Bing and Kevin Johnson.

It’s time to consider the good things in the USA. Of course there are problems. But they can, as always, be solved.

Amen. Selah. So be it.

Veterans Diploma Project Temple invites all to “Open House” Seeking Applications For Class Of 2014

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pplications are being accepted to award diplomas to men and women whose high school education was interrupted due to military service or internment in a Japanese American camp.

In partnership with the County Department of Veterans Affairs, the San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools is offering an opportunity to provide veterans and internees who qualify for a high school diploma.

The deadline to apply for the sixth annual County Operation Recognition Veterans Diploma Project is Sept. 26.

Diplomas will be awarded to qualified applicants at a presentation in November. Applicants will be notified of their status and qualified applicants will be provided with the date, time, and location of the presentation.

Operation Recognition Veterans Diploma Project provides veterans and internees, who were unable to complete high school due to military service or internment, the opportunity to receive a high school diploma, according to the state education code. Veterans who served in and received an honorable discharge from World War II, the Korean War or the Vietnam War; or individuals who were interned in a Japanese American relocation camp and are San Bernardino County residents are eligible to participate. There is no charge to

participate.

Applications can be downloaded from the County Schools’ website at http://vdp.sbcss.k12.ca.us/. For assistance with verification of military service and/or discharge papers, contact the County Department of Veterans Affairs at (866) 472-8387 or (909) 3875516.

For more information, contact Stacie Diaz at County Schools at (909) 386-2412.

n preparation for the forthcoming High Holy Days of Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish new Year, and Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, Congregation Emanu El will hold an Open House on Sunday, September 14th from 10:00 am to 12:30 pm at the temple’s new campus at 1495 Ford Street in Redlands.

The Open House will give Jewish residents of the area an opportunity to tour the temple facilities and meet its leadership.

Congregation Emanu El traces its beginnings back to the early 1850’s when the first Jewish residents arrived in San Bernardino and began to hold religious services. In 2011 the congregation moved from San Bernardino to Redlands and in 2013 dedicated its new campus which includes a beautiful sanctuary, social hall and learning facilities. Congregation Emanu El is a reform synagogue with a strong reverence for traditional Jewish worship and practice blended with a contemporary outlook.

Rabbi Hillel Cohn is serving as the leader of the congregation.

He served as the rabbi of Congregation Emanu El from 1963 to 2001 at which time he was named Rabbi Emeritus. He has returned to lead the congregation for the 2014-2015 year as the search for a new senior rabbi takes place. Rabbi Cohn is known throughout the Inland Empire as one of the most influential religious and community leaders.

The educational program of the synagogue is being directed by Rabbi Jay Sherwood, an experienced Jewish educator, who was recently named as Director of Education. The first week of classes of the School for Jewish Living began on September 7th but enrollment of children is still open. Classes are held on Sunday mornings and Wednesday afternoons.

Others serving the congregation are Cantor Jennifer Bern-Vogel, Judy Filsinger, temple administrator, and Jerry Ripley, organist

and choir director.

High Holy Day services will begin with a S’lichot Service on Saturday evening, September 20th at 11:00 pm preceded by a “Reader’s Theatre” presentation of “The Gates Are Closing” beginning at 8:00 pm. Services for Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur will begin with the Eve of Rosh Hashanah on Wednesday, September 24th. The High Holy Day services are open to all Jewish residents of the area but admission requires either temple membership cards or guest admission tickets. These are available at the temple office and will also be available at the Open House.

All are welcome to the Open House. Refreshments will be served and those attending will be able to meet Rabbi Cohn, Rabbi Sherwood and Cantor Bern-Vogel as well as the lay leadership of the congregation headed by Paul Zipperstein, president, and Stacy Knox, Sisterhood president.

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Colton: First and third Tuesday, 6 p.m.; 650 N. La Cadena Dr. Highland: Second and fourth Tuesday, 6 p.m.; 27215 Base Line. No meetings in August.

Loma Linda: Second and fourth Tuesday, 7 p.m. (check city Web site as dates are subject to change); 25541 Barton Rd. Redlands: First and third Tuesday, 3 p.m.; 35 Cajon St. Rialto: Second and fourth Tuesday, 6 p.m.; 150 S. Palm Ave. San Bernardino: First and third Monday, 3 p.m.; 300 N. “D” St.

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Center, 400 N. Pepper Ave., nity Center. The class runs MonColton. For more information, days from 6:45 to 8 p.m. (There please call (909) 887-3472. will be no class on Monday, May emocratic Lunch- 26, due to the Memorial Day Registration fee is $8 eon Club of San holiday.) per person for four weeks of lesBernardino sons. Partners are not required.

The Democratic Luncheon Club No dance experience is necesof San Bernardino meet at noon sary. Walk-in registration is on Fridays at Democratic Head- available at the Redlands Comquarters, 136 Carousel Mall (near munity Center or register online the central glass elevator) in San a t Bernardino. For additional infor- www.cityofredlands.org/classes. mation visit website www.sb- For additional information, dems.com please call instructor Joe Sidor at Speaker Schedule: (909) 792-6076. All classes are 8/22 Rafael Trujillo, Candidate held at the Redlands Community SB Community College District Center multi-purpose room.

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Joslyn Senior Center: First and Choraliers second Tuesday 2 p.m., 21 Grant Saturdays from 10am-12pm St., Redlands (909) 798-7550.

Come Sing with The Inland EmRedlands Community Center: pire Prime Time Choraliers as Every third Friday 2 p.m., 111 Lu- they begin a new season on Tuesgonia Ave., Redlands (909) 798- day, January 7, 9:00 AM. Re7572. hearsals are held each Tuesday Highland Senior Center: Every Morning. at St. Paul’s Methodist fourth Tuesday 2 p.m., 3102 E. Church, 785 No. Arrowhead Ave., Highland Ave., Highland (909) San Bernardino, CA 92401 (cor862-8104. ner of Arrowhead and 8th).

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Saturday, September 13 - the San Bernardino Arts Connection presents Arts Connection Conference 2014 with the theme of "Professional Practices for Visual and Performing Artists and Administrators". The conference will be held at the Victoria Gardens Cultural Center, 1205 Cultural Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. For sponsorship and registration information visit: info@artsconnectionnetwork.org or call 909.537.5809

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Willie Hooks was huge San Bernardino blues music presence, mentor

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The late Willie Hooks was respected blues artist, mentor, and humanitarian.

By Harvey M. Kahn

illie Hooks quite possibly could have become a major rhythm and blues music performer at the

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national level. Friends said he chose to remain a huge player at the San Bernardino County level.

"There was no doubt that Willie Hooks could have gone on and become an all-time great. Instead, he

chose to make a good living for his family in the Inland Empire," said former Hooks' band member Armando Valencia. "He was offered the permanent job to play bass guitar for BB King and Chuck Berry, but that meant being on tour away from his family. He didn't want to do that." Hooks did work and record locally with Al Wilson and BB Dickerson.

From 1964 until his death in 2003, Hooks made time in a busy schedule to do benefits for fundraiser's, sorority scholarships, and local civic groups. He was billed with Jimmy Witherspoon at the 1985 Blues Fest fundraiser at the El Rancho Verde Country Club in Rialto. Hooks did other benefit shows for Operation Second Chance and the American Legion.

He appeared at the 1975 Black History celebration at the Kola Shanah His range stretched from supper clubs in Van Nuys to grand openings of exotic dance clubs. Hooks was featured at the 1985 Apple Festival sponsored by the Oak Glen Growers Association. His overall body of work earned Hooks the 1980 Best Blues Artist at the San Bernardino County Black Music Awards. He was to be inducted into the Inland Empire Musician's Hall of Fame but that never materialized.

Hooks died at age 63 of cancer at Redlands Community Hospital.

Valencia said Hooks could sing, play the guitar, harmonica, saxophone and flute. Valencia first joined up with his mentor in 1972

as a member of Willie Hooks and the Interns. "I was a senior at Colton High. Someone gave him my phone number and said I could play bass guitar. I was a drummer who had never played bass. He gave me a crash course. He needed someone who was not black in the band because no one would hire an all-black band. He was such a major presence who took an incredible chance with me."

Valenzuela said that in 1972 members of his band got $60 for each gig. "That was good money back then, even more so for someone in high school. Willie protected me from others and protected me from myself. I've been able to make a living being a musician all my life because of him."

Valenzuela explained that Hooks never walked around like a bad ass, yet he was skilled at karate and judo and always carried a gun.

"No one ever knew it and he gave no indication. Everyone knew him. Everyone liked him. His word was as good as gold." Valenzuela told of one night when someone in the audience was harassing others. "When the guy started pouring beer on people, Willie jumped off the stage and grabbed the guy around the throat and made him promise to stop being obnoxious."

Riki Hendrix of San Bernardino considered himself one of Hooks' interns as well. As a youngster, Hendrix would travel to Riverside with Hooks to play guitar at the after hours club called The Place."

Willie played an authentic country rock blues. He had style. I learned the showman part of music from him. I always looked up to him and he left a lasting impression."

Hendrix has a lot to compare. His family goes back 59 years in the recording business. His uncle's comprised the 1950-60's group called the Pentagons. Another uncle was Herb Reed of the Platters. He is a cousin to Jimi Hendrix. "Willie Hooks lived life to the fullest. Yes, he was a bad dude."

Along with the Interns, Hooks fronted other bands such as Willie Hooks and the Second Generation, then Willie Hooks and the Rockets, and even the Willie Hooks Orchestra. According to his obituary in the June 27, 2003 edition of the Riverside Press Enterprise, Hooks also sang for 30 years with J.T. (Jesse Taylor) and the Checkmates. His wife Donna, said that Sam Cooke was his idol, yet based his style on B.B. King and Albert King.

He worked for 25 years as a parts specialist for San Bernardino County. His bio states that his first recording was the 1969 tune "Take It Easy on Me" In 2000, he recorded "Willie Hooks Friday the 13th" in reference to his birth on Friday, June 13, 1940 in Columbus, Mississippi. It is available on cdbaby.com. Hooks' father was a preacher who could sing. His mother played piano. He had seven brothers and four sisters.

The Women of St. Bernardine Innaugural Luncheon

t. Bernardine Medical Center Foundation announces the Kickoff Luncheon of the premier donor group aptly named “Women of St. Bernardine”. The luncheon is set for Thursday September 18, 2014 from 11:30am-1:00pm in the Rezek Centre Pavillion located on the corner of Waterman and Highland Avenues. The lunch will feature a presentation by Supervisor Josie Gonzales, the first Latina elected to serve as a San Bernardino County Supervisor representing the Fifth District.

Come and meet the founding members and learn more about this prestigious group and the impact it will have on St. Bernardine Medical Center and the surround-

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ing community and learn about the many opportunities for you to get involved in this active and philanthropic group.

The Women of St. Bernardine is a premier donor group consisting of women who are committed to providing financial support to Dignity Health St. Bernardine Medical Center, that will impact and improve the medical services to its patients, as well as its mission of charity to help the citizens of the surrounding community. These powerful women follow in the footsteps and tradition of commitment of the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word, without whom there would be no St. Bernardine Medical Center.

Any woman joining The Women

of St. Bernardine this year at a minimum donation of $1000 will be considered a Founding Member and will be presented with a unique and one-time gift that signifies her participation and membership. Besides the kickoff luncheon held in September, all members will be invited to subsequent lunches or dinners that will showcase service lines of the Medical Center and community/ patient programs that are in need of financial support. Only members will be able to vote on where their collected funds will be applied.

The Women of St. Bernardine will be invited to various exclusive events and activities promoted by the Foundation, and will also get recognition in its annual gala pro-

Community Police Academy

he San Bernardino Police Department is currently accepting reservations for the next Community Police Academy. This is an eight-week program designed to give participants an inside look at local law enforcement. The program is designed to form a stronger partnership between the community and the Police Department through education. Participants will be exposed to a variety of topics, such as: Criminal investigations; Crime analysis and crime mapping; Gang enforcement; Traffic laws and enforcement; Animal Control; Com-

munity Policing and many more.

Course material will be presented

by Police Department administrators and veteran department staff.

Participants will also have an opportunity to meet the Chief of Police, where they are encouraged to ask questions. Enrollment is limited to 50 students per class. Potential candidates must live or work in the City of San Bernardino.

Classes will meet in the Police Department’s main training room (710 N. “D” Street) on Wednesday evenings 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., for eight consecutive weeks. Free

parking will be provided to the front of the police station as well as on adjoining streets. The Fall Academy will begin Wed., Sept.

24, and continue through graduation on Wed., Nov. 12.

The Citizen's Academy is a great way to learn about your community, meet nice people, and get to know the men and women of your police department. For more information, contact Community Affairs at (909) 384-5753 or by e-mail, communityaffairs@sbcity.org.

gram as major donors to St. Bernardine Medical Center Foundation.

All members of the Women of St. Bernardine are required to make a gift of $1000 or more during the fiscal year of July 2014 – June 2015. This tax-deductible gift can be broken up into monthly, quarterly, or bi-annual payments, when

necessary. 100% of your gift will be collected and given out to the hospital service line or Mission Services area where the majority of membership votes are applied.

Seating is limited so please RSVP by September 11th, by either calling Regina Webster (909) 475-2609 or email Regina.Webster@DignityHealth.org.

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Colton Historian Larry Sheffield to give presentation about historic bell on September 13

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Colton Area Museum members from left to right: Dr. Larry Sheffield (Emeritus), Mario Suarez, and Dr. Luis Gonzalez.

By Anthony Victoria

ocal historian and Colton Area Museum (CAM) board member Emeritus Larry Sheffield will be giving a presentation about the acquisition of the historic Colton bell on Saturday September 13 at the The Vil-

las 55+ Retirement Apartments patio garden at 501 N. 9th St. Ellen Colton, the wife of city founder David Douty Colton, donated the bell to the Presbyterian Church in Colton in 1877. The church decided in 2007 to donate the bell to the City of Colton.

The bell measures at 31 inches at its lip and weighs about 800

pounds. It has a single clapper and was operated by a rope-pulled wheel.

Sheffield has been a long-time historian, researcher, and author in the community. His articles, research projects, and presentations are well known in the academic community. His successful book, “Images of America – Colton” fea-

tures a pictorial essay on the city’s history.

CAM president Mike Murphy said he hopes residents at The Villas come out to learn more about the bell and have a good time.

“We’re trying to encourage the people that are there to catch a speech and get a history of the bell that’s sitting in their lobby,” he said.

In addition, Murphy was praiseful of Sheffield, saying he has learned a tremendous of information about the city of Colton from the longtime historian.

“As far as Colton history goes, I don’t know anyone who knows more than Mr. Sheffield,” he said.

“He’s a knowledgeable person and I’ve learned a lot from him.”

The upcoming presentation on the historic Colton bell is part of the CAM guest speaker program, which features interesting topics, as well as individuals who have contributed to the enrichment of life among Colton residents.

Community residents and visitors alike are encouraged to visit the Colton Area Museum and see the many outstanding displays, according to CAM board member Dr. Luis Gonzalez. The CAM address is 380 N. La Cadena Dr. in

Colton. Regular CAM hours are Wednesdays and Fridays from 1:00pm-4:00pm, and on Saturdays 11:00am-2:00pm.

For more information about the museum and it programs, contact the museum at (909) 824-8814.

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Dr. Larry Sheffield, author of “Images of America—Colton”, will be giving a presentation on the Colton bell on Saturday September 19.

St. Bernardine Medical Center Receives $100,000 Donation to Support Cancer Patients in the Oncology Unit Center,” said Nancy Varner, CoFounder of the Inland Women Fighting Cancer. “The legacy of the Believe Walk is that the funds raised locally will stay local to benefit families in our Inland Empire communities that are fighting cancer,” Varner continued.

The 7th Annual Believe Walk takes place in downtown Redlands on Sunday, October 5. To find out

more about this event, or to register as a walker, team or volunteer, logon to the website at www.BelieveIE.org.

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Representatives from Stater Bros. Charities, Inland Women Fighting Cancer and St. Bernardine Medical Center Foundation gathered to celebrate the $100,000 donation that will provide renovations to patient recovery rooms in the hospital’s oncology unit. Pictured in the back row, left-right: Mike Salazar, St. Bernardine Medical Center Foundation Board Member, Gloria Moreland, Inland Women Fighting Cancer, Tracy Marquez, Vicky Armstrong, Stater Bros. Charities, Bobbi Cummings, Inland Women Fighting Cancer, Michelle Rainer, executive director, St. Bernardine Medical Center Foundation, Kevin Mackey, Brian Plein, Stater Bros. Charities, Regina Webster, major gifts officer, St. Bernardine Medical Center Foundation, and Nathaniel Malcolm, vice president of Ancillary Services, Dignity Health Inland Empire. Front row, left-right: Susan Atkinson, Stater Bros.

Charities, Cathy Stockton, Annie Sellas and Nancy Varner, Inland Women Fighting Cancer, Maribel Brown, St. Bernardine Medical Center Foundation Board Member, and Nancy Negrette, Stater Bros. Charities.

On Tuesday, August 12, Stater Bros. Charities and Inland Women Fighting Cancer presented a $100,000 check to the St. Bernardine Medical Center Foundation to support the renovation and refurbishment of 17 patient recovery rooms in the oncology unit.

The upgrades will include in-room patient monitors, pain management identification boards and sleeper chairs for the overnight stay of a spouse or family member.

“Our gratitude is immeasurable.

Stater Bros. Charities and Inland Women Fighting Cancer have

once again shown their generosity to St. Bernardine Medical Center with support for our growing oncology program and services,” said Dr. Osvaldo Garcia, chairman, St. Bernardine Medical Center Foundation Board of Trustees.

“They share in our passion to provide enhanced treatment and care for our patients in a comforting environment and this gift will help us further our mission and achieve our goals,” Garcia added.

The generous $100,000 donation was made possible by the 6th Annual Believe Walk, hosted by

Stater Bros. Charities and Inland Women Fighting Cancer. The annual event, held the first Sunday of October, benefits local organizations who work with men and women on cancer related health issues. St. Bernardine Medical Center Foundation has been a proud participant in the Believe Walk for four years, with a St. Bernardine Medical Center team and numerous volunteers providing services to walkers and spectators.

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Constitution Day celebrations in Redlands to send guests on historical journey

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The Lindy Sisters will put on a special performance dedicated to troops during the fourth annual Constitution Day Sept. 13.

By Yazmin Alvarez

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Marc DiCarlo, 8, of Highland signs up for the Constitutional Army during 4400 Project’s Constitution ballot into an official ballot box, Day at Smiley Park last year. and get their “I Voted” sticker just like in real life.”

Along with historical reenactments, this year’s celebration will also feature a musical lineup with performances by the 1940’s style three-part harmony of the Lindy Sisters with a special salute to troops, and an afternoon performance from the Citrus Valley High School Blackhawk Theater Company.

The event will also feature an All-American Car Show with Hot Rods and other classics on display, food trucks, games, crafts and activities for children of all ages. A special exhibit themed around the time period will also be showcased at the Lincoln Shrine.

The event is free and runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Lincoln Memorial Shrine, 125 W. Vine Street in Redlands.

To learn more visit www.4400project.org.

istory will come to life Saturday in Redlands during the fourth annual Constitution Day celebration.

Planned at the Lincoln Memorial Shrine and throughout the park area behind the A.K. Smiley Public Library, guests will have the chance to become a part of history by signing a mock version of the U.S. Constitution and even enlisting in the Confederate Army of 1776.

Festivities will kick off at 11 a.m. taking guests back in time to Colonial America with performances by the Mountain Fifes and Drums, a visit into the Sons of American Revolution Encampment and an opportunity to mill around with General George Washington and James Madison.

Sponsored by the 4400 Project, the goal behind the celebration is to bring the community together and make American history exciting for children and adults alike.

But it’s not just about learning or another Redlands event, said Terri Yazmin Alvarez is a reporter for Inland Empire Community NewsWimer, 4400 Project Director.

“People from a variety of areas papers and can be reached at attend, and even our committee iecn.yazmin@gmail.gmail.com members are from all over the Inland Empire. We have teachers who send their students for extra credit and Scout troops earning badges,” said Wimer, in a news release. “As best as we can tell, there is no other Constitution Day Celebration like ours anywhere.”

This year’s theme, “We The People; Citizens in a Republic” offers the opportunity to participate in the responsibility of citizens by learning about the Constitution, writing their representative, and voting, according to the news release.

“Kids especially, will have the opportunity to participate in the entire process. We thought it would be fun to incorporate a car show into the “election” and have people pick the one that best represents them, just like they would do with a real candidate,” Wimer said in the release. “They will register, get a sample ballot, learn about candidates (cars), step up to an official voting booth, cast their

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Boys and Girls Clubs Day for Kids to celebrate youth

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Children and their families can enjoy a day of fun and games during the annual Day for Kids celebration planned Sept. 20 at the Boys and Girls Club in Redlands.

By Yazmin Alvarez

oungsters of all ages will be celebrated next weekend during the Boys & Girls Clubs of greater Redlands Riverside annual Day for Kids.

The free event, which brings dozens together to celebrate family, is a block party-style bash with games, food, dancing and opportunities for giveaways. The event is

planned from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Redlands, 1251 Clay Street Annually, Day for Kids takes place at Boys & Girls Clubs nationwide to encourage parents to get out and play for a day with their children, said organizers at the Boys and Girls Clubs in Redlands.

Festivities will include rock climbing, face painting, golf

themed activities and several musical performances throughout the day from club members.

“This event is a great opportunity for us to share what we do and to give back to others in the community,” organizers added.

As part of the free event, children ages 5-18 can also receive free eye screenings and a pair of eyeglasses through the Sight for Students program offered through VSP Vision

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Children in need of services must meet program requirements and pre-registration for the screenings must be made in advance. Registration information can be obtained by calling 909-798-4599 x 201.

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work doctors who provide the eyecare services.

Day for Kid organizers are also looking for volunteers to assist with event set up as well as run activity booths. Sponsor opportunities at no cost are also available.

To learn more, call 888-822-6535 or email organizers at dayforkids@bgcie.org.

Yazmin Alvarez is a reporter for Inland Empire Community Newspapers and can be reached at iecn.yazmin@gmail.gmail.com

Lions still king of Rialto

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a half minutes left in the first half.

“We had two special teams touchdowns, we ran for a touchdown, passed for a touchdown, the subs forced turnovers, it was an all-around team effort,” said Pierce.

It was Carter’s ninth straight win in the rivalry. Last year’s game determined second and third place in the San Andreas League as Carter defeated Rialto 40-34.

Carter plays in the Citrus Belt League this year, after concluding a four-year stint in the SAL in which the school claimed league titles in 2011 and 2012.

Carter next plays at Colony while Rialto travels to Colton on Friday, September 12.

Lions RB Marcus Strong breaks tackles during a second quarter run.

By Richard Dawson

arter High School has owned its city rivalry with Rialto over the past several seasons and it continued the trend again on Friday, September 5.

Unlike the past two meetings between the schools, games decided by an average of four points, Carter raced out to a 30-0 lead in the first quarter of what became a 57-0 thrashing of Rialto at home.

“We played really hard,” said Carter head coach Alex Pierce.

“It’s a good rivalry, the kids all know each other and it’s been really close for a lot of years.”

Carter’s defense set the tone, forcing turnovers that led to its first four touchdowns.

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keni Toaila rushed for three of those touchdowns and even forced the turnover that set up his third score when he stripped Rialto quarterback Andrew Bacabarri and recovered the ball on the Rialto 3yard line. Toalia punched it in the very next play.

Carter even got a special team’s boost from senior Zamore Zigler, who returned back-to-back punt returns for touchdowns in the second quarter, although technically he did it three times. Offsetting penalties by both teams nullified 70-yard return touchdown, but he ended up running one back for a 65-yard score on the next punt attempt by Rialto.

Later in the quarter, Rialto punted from its own end zone and Zigler threaded defenders and returned it 40 yards down the sideline to push it to 44-0 with five and

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Zimore Zigler scored two punt return touchdowns for Carter in a 57-0 rout of Rialto on Friday, September 5.

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Brent Hernandez (#7) tossed a touchdown pass to Andre Hogue in the first quarter.

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California Arts Council’s Craig Watson to Keynote Countywide Arts Conference

rts professionals from throughout San Bernardino County and surrounding areas will convene for a full day of speakers, workshops, roundtable discussions, and networking opportunities.

The Arts Connection Conference will be highlighted with a Keynote Address by Craig Watson, Executive Director of the California Arts Council1, who will speak on the state of the arts in California and bringing economic and creative vitality to our region though the arts.

Additionally, San Bernardino County Second District Supervisor, Janice Rutherford will show her support with the Welcome Address.

The conference is being organized by the non-profit organization, Arts Connection - The Arts Council of San Bernardino County in partnership with the Victoria Gardens Cultural Center and will be held on Saturday, September 13 from 8:30 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. at the Victoria Gardens Cultural Center, located at 12505 Cultural Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91739.

The 2014 Arts Connection conference will focus on "Professional Practices for Visual & Performing Artists and Administrators" and includes an outstanding line up of presenters and facilitators including Visual Artist Workshop Leader, Karen Atkinson, Founder of GYST-Ink and CalArts Professor; Arts Administrator Workshop Leader, Scott Ward, Executive Director, Armory Center for the Arts in Pasadena; Performing Artist Workshop Leader, Matt Walker, Artistic Director, Troubadour The-

atre Company; Roundtable Discussion Facilitators: Valerie Peister, Community Outreach Programming Manager, Redlands Bowl, Michael Segura, City of San Bernardino Fine Arts Commission, Member of San Bernardino Generation Now, and Paige Taylor, Education and Outreach Coordinator, RAFFMA; and Closing Speaker, Daniel Foster, Executive Director, Oceanside Museum of Art and Founding Board Chair of Arts Connection.

“I am very excited to see the first conference of this kind in our region. San Bernardino County is filled with talented artists and designers, performers, curators, arts educators, arts administrators, and a variety of arts professionals, who are making important contributions to our region and creative culture everyday. A convening of these individuals with a fantastic line-up of conference presenters will make for a thought provoking and inspiring day” says Sant Khalsa, Board Member of Arts Connection and Professor of Art Emeritus at Cal State San Bernardino.

“I encourage all arts professionals in our region to attend the Arts

Connection Conference and take advantage of this incredible opportunity to gain valuable information, tools, and inspiration in support of their careers, the arts community and our County” Professor Khalsa added.

The conference is being spon-

sored through the generous contributions of funds and/or in- kind support from The James Irvine Foundation, California Arts Council, San Bernardino Valley Concert Association, Chaffey College School of Visual and Performing Arts, Cal State San Bernardino Office of the President, Associates Students Incorporated (ASI) at Cal State San Bernardino, Gloria Macias Harrison, David Lawrence, Arts Management Program at Claremont Graduate University, The Community Foundation, Museum of History and Art - Ontario Associates, Wignall Museum of Contemporary Art at Chaffey College, San Bernardino Symphony, and others. Additional sponsorship

opportunities are still available.

The conference has been made very affordable due to the generous support of many sponsors. The conference is free to all members of Arts Connection. One-year membership start at only $25 (and $10 for students). The conference fee is $50 for non-members.

Pre-registration for the conference is highly encouraged. Registration is available online at http://artsconnectionnetwork.org/e vent-reservation or by phone at 909-537-5809.

For more information contact Julia Tilley, Interim Executive Director, Arts Connection, 909- 5375809 and info@artsconnectionnetwork.org.

PHOTO COURTESY/MARIELENA SHORETT

Carolina Zaragoza Flores, Cónsul de México en San Bernardino (middle) recently spoke at the Kiwanis Club of Greater San Bernardino’s regular Tuesday morning meeting at Mitla Cafe.

She is pictured here with Kiwanians Marielena Shorett (left) and Gloria Macias Harrison (right).

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