Inland Empire Weekly August 27 2015

Inland Empire Weekly Features, Lifestyle & News You Can Use!

Vol 11, NO. 02

THIS WEEK Gloria’s Corner

Redlands police team up for ball game with local youth

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Celebration of Healthy Living Aug. 29

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Redlands police spent a day on the ball field with a group of youth from the Redlands Community Center and the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Redlands-Riverside Aug. 22.

San Manuel Stadium Saturday and Girls Clubs of Greater afternoon.

Redlands-Riverside, to form an he scorching sun didn’t Members of the Redlands Police all-star baseball team for the firststop a group of ball play- Department joined forces with ers from hitting the field at youngsters from the Redlands Play Ball, cont. on next pg.

Community Center and the Boys

By Yazmin Alvarez

Redlands Bowl Associates to fundraise “Under the Stars”

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Art lovers in Redlands will have a second opportunity to help the Associates of the Redlands Bowl close out their 2015 fundraising season at the elegant dinner and art “Under the Stars” Aug. 29.

By Yazmin Alvarez

he Associates of the Redlands Bowl brought art to the historic Mission Gables Bowl House last week to

help close out the 2015 fundrais- area artists. ing season.

The event was planned to not With more than 100 pieces of only highlight the growing numartwork on display, dozens ber of artists in the community, but stopped by to shop the various Night Art, cont. on next pg. works showcased by local and

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oin the City of Redlands from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Aug. 29, for the second annual Celebration of Healthy Living event in Ed Hales Park at State and Fifth streets in Historic Downtown Redlands.

The event will be held in conjunction with the weekly Saturday Morning Farmers’ Market in the adjacent parking lot along Redlands Boulevard between Fifth and Sixth streets.

Many local businesses and organizations dedicated to health and well-being as well as nutritional assistance will participate.

Loma Linda University will offer information and assistance with medical sign-ups; the Energy Lab will have information about their local fitness studio; and the YMCA of Redlands will have information about their various programs for children and adults. With a live band, local artists, activities and the Saturday Morning Farmers’ Market right next door, this is a great way to spend your Saturday Morning!

An exciting addition to services at both Market Night and the Certified Farmers’ Market is the ability to use SNAP/EBT/CalFresh benefits.

Please drop by the City of Redlands’ booth (between Sixth and Seventh streets) during Downtown Market Night for more information.

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Send information to Inland Empire Weekly Community News Editor Yazmin Alvarez at iecn.yazmin@gmail.com or call 909-381-9898 ext. 207.

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Redlands police spent a day on the ball field with a group of youth from the Redlands Community Center and the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Redlands-Riverside Aug. 22.

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ever “Cops & Kids” event at the stadium.

As police and youth played on the same team as a way to help build better relationships between the two, they also took the opportunity to offer a few words of wisdom to participating youth.

“We’re regular people out in the community, too,” said Redlands police Ofc. Chris Mead. “We like playing sports, we like to socialize, we’re just like them. Playing a ball game gave us a chance to just be real with them and let them know that police aren’t the bad guys.”

For brothers and members of the Boys and Girls Club in Redlands, Matthew and Brian Ruff, the

Cops & Kids Baseball Aug. 22, 2015 San Manuel Stadium.

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The elegant dinner and art “Under the Stars” Aug. 29 will feature edible art from ARB member Elizabeth De La Osso.

chance to play with police and some Inland Empire 66ers was “awesome.”

“I got my first double play,” Matthew said excited over the game. “Against cops!”

While it wasn’t the boys’ first time on the field, it was for many of the other participants. And that was the goal behind the event, added Mead, “to introduce community youth to

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to also raise funds for the Redlands Community Music Arts Association.

The RCMA raises funds to host the 2015 Redlands Bowl Summer Music Festival, which recently closed its 2015 season Aug. 22.

Proceeds from Saturday’s art sale not only benefited local artists, but a portion of sales also helped support the Associates’ cause.

And Saturday’s art show was just the tip of the iceberg for the organization. The group will hold an additional fundraiser this Saturday, Aug. 29, at the home of ARB member, Eleanor Oden.

The event, a dinner “Under the Stars,” will be an elegant, black tie event open to the public, said Odem in a news release.

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Redlands police Ofc. Elyzabeth Green high-fives a 66ers teammate as youth score a winning run Aug. 22.

new experiences.”

In addition to playing a ballgame on the 66ers field, participants received a jersey and ball cap and were also treated to a cookout-style lunch with their family before the evening game against the High Desert Mavericks that night.

Because Saturday’s event was so successful, the plan is to make it an annual tradition, said Mead.

The event was made possible through a partnership with the police department, Toyota of Redlands and the 66ers.

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

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Cops & Kids Baseball Aug. 22, 2015 San Manuel Stadium.

“We want to commemorate the 2015 bowl season with an evening of fun, while enjoying delicious food and a relaxed ambience,” she said in the release.

The event will feature decent foods and desserts from two chefs from the Pasadena Le Cordon Bleu culinary academy, Ryan Cajudo and Amber Anderson.

The menu includes traditional favorites including a trio of served bruschetta appetizers and a buffet of grilled chicken or pasta with a choice of two sauces, Caesar salad and bread. As with any meal, dessert will be included and features dark and white chocolate covered strawberries, and a decorated dessert from ARB member Elizabeth De La Osso, who specializes in decorative edible concoctions. De La Osso was the first artist showcasing and edible dis-

play during the Aug. 22 show at Mission Gables.

Entertainment will be provided by guitarist Sam Marsey, a jazz musician.

A bar will be available with wine, beer and traditional drinks.

The all-inclusive cost for the evening is $50 and guests are asked to dress in cocktail attire. Doors open at 6 p.m. for cocktails and dinner along with the musical program will follow at 7 p.m.

For ticket purchase or additional information about the fundraising event, call 951-201-6679.

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

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nity. Applications for this program are available at the department's web site www.rialtopd.com or at the Rialto Police Department, 128 N. Willow Ave.

Save the Date: Now to September 1 - a new public art project - This is San Bernardino - by poet Juan Delgado and photographer Thomas McGovern is on display in the windows of 468 West Fifth Street, the former Arts on 5th. The window display combines photographs of historic and contemporary San Bernardino with poetry exploring personal and shared experiences of the city. In addition Delgado has created book-themed installation with discarded library books and oversized bookmarks. The artists have also created a website (juanandtom.com) so the commuPublic Hearing: nity can post pictures, poetry and All San Bernardino property stories about San Bernardino. owners and customers are receiving notification of a public hearing Friday, August 28 - Rialto to consider adjustments to Waste- Recreation presents the 2015 Riwater Treatment and Wastewater alto Youth Collaborative Golf Collection Systems rates. The Tournament at Shandin Hills Golf hearing is scheduled for Septem- Club, 3380 Little Mountain Drive, ber 21, 2015 at 5:30 p.m. at the San Bernardino. This event beneSan Bernardino Council Cham- fits the Rialto Youth Collaborative, bers, City Hall, 300 North "D" Fire Explorers, Pride Platoon and Street. Property owners and cus- Fit4Kids programs. For informatomers may comment on the pro- tion on sponsorships and registraposed adjustment in fees in person tion call: Julio Salcedo T or in writing. The proposed waste- 909.421.4949 or email jsalwater treatment rate schedule and cedo@rialtoca.gov the wastewater collection system rates were included in the notifica- Thursday, September 3 - Kiwations. There are two agencies in- nis of Greater San Bernardino volved in the process with presents "The Whole World Is A different jurisdictions, so for infor- Classroom" installation dinner in mation on the wastewater treat- honor of incoming President Marment rates contact: San Bernardino garet Hill at the Arrowhead CounMunicipal Water Department at try Club, 3433 Parkside Ave. from 909.384.5095 and for wastewater 5:30 to 9 p.m. For ticket informacollection system rates contact: tion contact: Marielena Shorett at City of San Bernardino Public shorett@att.net or call: Works Department at 909.864.4719.

909.384.5140.

The Sewer Treatment and Sewer Monday, September 7 - Labor Collection rates studies and charts Day may be viewed by contacting the City Clerk at: http://acity.org/city- Thursday, September 10 - Calhall/cityclerk/default.asp or call ifornia State University, San 909.384.5002 Bernardino (CSUSB) Associated Students and the John F. Pfau LiCommunity Police Academies: brary present the final free summer San Bernardino Police Depart- movie - Ted 2 - on the CSUSB liment is offering a free eight week brary lawn at 8 p.m. Free parking sixteen hour program for the com- is in Lot D and snacks and bevermunity to come and meet the po- ages are available for purchase. lice department and learn about its For information call: Iwona Condifferent departments. The ses- treras at 909.537.3447 or email sions start September 16 and end icontrer@csusb.edu November 4 from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday nights. It is an oppor- Thursday, September 11 - the tunity for the community to learn San Bernardino Black Cultural about the different departments Foundation present the 26th Anand services. For information and nual Black Rose Humanitarian and to reserve a seat contact the com- Community Service Awards Banmunity affairs office at 909-388- quet at the National Orange Show 4946 or 909-384-5753. from 6 to 9 p.m. The Black CulRialto Police has a similar pro- tural Foundation recognizes the gram entitled Citizens Academy. community's unsung heroes - indiThis 10-week program also starts viduals and/or organizations - that in September on Thursday nights go above and beyond normal comfrom 6 to 9 p.m. at the Rialto Po- munity volunteering and civic lice Department Annex, 429 W. service. This year special recogniRialto Avenue. The police acad- tion will be made of the commuemy, limited to 40 participants, is nity's first responders in designed to provide residents with remembrance of 9/11. For inforan understanding of police opera- mation visit www.sbbcfoundations and functions and the role of tion.com or call: 909.888.1696. law enforcement in the commu-

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Inland Empire Community Newspapers • August 27, 2015 • Page A3 Friday, September 11 - Libreria Del Pueblo Board of Directors presents the 2015 Legacy of Exemplary Service Dinner to honor individuals for their accomplishments and contributions to the greater community of San Bernardino. The event starts at 6 p.m. with a reception followed by dinner and awards ceremony at the National Orange Show, Renaissance Room, San Bernardino.

The 2015 honorees include: Bishop Gerald Barnes, Marsha Olguin, Debra Olguin, Eloise Gomez Reyes, Fr. Michael Barry and Christina Millian, posthumously. For information and to RSVP call: 909.888.1800 or email Martin Valdez at martinvaldez524@aol.com

Friday, September 11 - Inland Empire Future Leaders presents its 16th Annual Future Leaders Golf Tournament at Jurupa Hills County Club, 6161 Moraga Drive, Riverside. The event starts at 11 a.m. with registration/free lessons & range ball and Shotgun Tournament starts at 1p.m. after a taco lunch and will conclude with dinner, awards and raffle at 5:30 p.m.

For sponsorship and tournament information contact: Carlos Tru-

jillo at 909.208.4463 or at ctru- Saturday & Sunday, September 19 & 20 - the City of Rialto jillo@iefl.org Human Relations Commission Saturday, September 12 - the presents the 17th Annual Rialto San Bernardino Symphony Guild Family Festival from 10a.m. to 3 presents Bach to Boots at the Old p.m. at Rialto City Hall, 150 S. Glen Ranch, 360 Lytle Creek Palm. This event will also include Road, San Bernardino. This social the 22 Annual Pollution Prevenevening will feature a gourmet tion Fair and Community Shredchuck wagon dinner with music ding Day. This event has activities provided by the Squeaky Wheel for the whole family and its goal is Band, live and silent auctions and to recognize and celebrate the dihome made desserts. Proceeds versity of the community and profrom the event help programs that mote a healthy lifestyle through foster the love of music in the In- food, fitness and fun. For informaland Empire. For sponsorship and tion call: 909.820.2525 ticket information call Donna Call at 909.300.6201 or email calldon- Favorite Quote: nacall@gmail.com "I have noticed even people who claim everything is predestined, Thursday, September 17 - the and that we can do nothing to Hispanic Employees Alliance change it, look before they cross (HEA), an organization represent- the road". ing the community of San Stephen Hawking Bernardino County presents "Education: The Key To Success" a dinner celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month. This scholarship fundraising event will be held at the SBPEA/Teamsters Local #1932, 433 N. Sierra Way. Gloria Harrison is publisher of For information call Rosemary the Inland Empire Community Esparza at 909.252.5513 Newspapers and can be reached at gloharrison@me.com

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Opinions are good, but action is better

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By Anthony Victoria

understand the outcry of residents that view San Bernardino City’s Code Enforcement’s recent removal of illegal vendors as unfair and unjust.

After all, these people are merely trying to make a living with what little opportunity they receive.

Supporters of the agency’s actions argue that these vendors are taking advantage of the system by not paying for sales permits or vending licenses, while avoiding paying taxes. The opposing side fervently emphasizes the necessity of these predominately Latino vendors to make an honest decent living.

Quite frankly, I was glad there was an outpour of debate and opinion on the matter---that is, until I browsed on social media and saw some of the reactions from some of our younger residents.

Twitter user @flowerxmouth tweeted the following: “You guys have NOTHING better to do than shut down someone who's just trying to work? Like I don’t know solving REAL crimes?”

Resident Jason Gomez posted the following on Facebook: “Some *expletive* up *expletive* that I seen like 20 mins ago. The city took this hard working man just trying to make some money for his family fruit away. Why can't they just let him be or tell him to go home or something instead of taking his stuff away? San Bernardino is so *expletive* up. There are other bad situations going on in the city and they decide to do this.”

While the posts aren’t hysterical in nature, as some of the others I came across, they are rooted on emotional responses to a problem that requires intense constructive debate and formulations to solutions. Which comes to my next point: Why are these young people not attending city council meetings? Most importantly: Have these individuals approached community organizations to inquire on what they could do to solve the problem?

My guess is no.

And while I understand that not all residents have the luxury of investing large amounts of their time keeping up to date with the tumultuous politics of San Bernardino, it does not defeat the notion that they can become more involved in their community.

Bluntly put, the majority of younger residents complain about the plight of the city but do little to invest back. They don’t walk the walk.

Opinions are good, but action is better. Why you may ask?

Because taking action does not necessarily mean you need to become a Saul Alinsky, Fred Ross, or Martin Luther King, Jr. to contribute to lasting change. There are numerous productive ways people can do to impact the community, without committing too much or too little.

One can make phone calls or office visits to elected representatives to voice their opinions on issues that are affecting their livelihood, attend city wide San Bernardino Police Department community forums to provide input, or take large scale approaches like canvassing the streets to speak to residents and organize groups to rally around vital community issues.

To keep on track with the Illegal Street Vending situation, several local groups such as the Inland Congregations United for Change (ICUC), the city’s Hispanic Advisory Council, and the Justice for Immigrants Coalition of Southern California (JFIC) are holding meetings to further investigate what is taking place by speaking to vendors that are affected and holding meetings with law enforcement to address their concerns with the issue.

All are actively seeking further community input and involvement.

With the right attitude and commitment from all sectors of the community, the vendor issue can be resolved effectively. It will take time, there will be frustration, and there will be fierce debates. Nevertheless, I believe with the right attitude and approach from the common folk, a proper solution can benefit both sides. Advocacy, Determination, and Education are the words that come to mind when speaking of economic, political, and social change.

The aura of Democracy allows us to weigh on what we believe is the best solution to critical problems.

However, that process is futile if apathy, ignorance and miscommunication are rampant. The ranters on social media need to understand that nothing ever gets done by standing back, tweeting about “How *expletive* San Bernardino’s leadership is.

My challenge to my generation is: What are we doing to ensure we become those next leaders to thrust the city into progress?

I think it’s time for us to answer the call.

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Setting the record straight on piano strings

“How many strings does a piano have?” Maestro Frank Fetta asked A single hammer may strike as a few hands shot up in the air. strings adjacent to a single string, “... 88 because there’s 88 keys and from 59 triad strings, 17 duplex strings and 12 bass singles — a a string for each.” total of 223 taught strings. Of Since I stress accuracy in my course, the number of strings seminars and instrument design, I falling under the hammer can vary among pianos. must comment.

I know there are (on most pianos) 88 keys with hammers that strike a tuned string. But each hammer for those keys may strike multiple strings stretched to create a resonance that “sings.”

I watched a Youtube video of Congressman Pete Aguilar saying he wasn’t concerned about Planned Parenthood selling baby body parts nationally. He went on to say the local Planned Parenthood chapter told him they do not do sell body parts.

In reference to the role of Medicare and Medicaid, letter writer Mike McCarthy left out one very important role — the one Medicare and Medicaid played in the medical industry. These two programs enabled the charges for medical treatment in doctor’s offices and the hospitals to rise beyond the affordability of the common people. I was there.

Immediately after these two programs went into effect in 1965, charges for medical care began to increase, and those increases have not stopped. Part of the increased

The headline of this article should be enough to make us all enraged.

Why is it our responsibility to pay for this surgery?

Rodney Jones is depressed; per-

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Congressman Aguilar also said the video exposing this shocking practice was “heavily edited.” But what about the completely unedited version of the video that is also available online? Anyone with the time can watch the full version and see that the edited version was not edited in a deceptive

manner.

If Congressman Aguilar will not cut all ties with Planned Parenthood, then he should be replaced with someone who has a moral compass.

charges were forced on the doctors and hospitals by the additional paperwork required by these two programs.

uninsured people to seek insurance coverage. This was an added incentive for the medical industry to continue increasing charges.

The latest government program, the Affordable Care Act, provides another financial pool to encourage the medical industry to increase charges. These two programs have hurt, rather than helped the medical care for all of the people.

Dorthea Cram, San Bernardino

In 1965, the charge for a semi-private room in most hospitals was about $32 per day and office calls for doctors was about $8. The present extremely high charges do not compare with the adjusted inflation rate. The exorbitant charges would be impossible without the government subsidies of Medicare and Medicaid.

The increased charges forced

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I’m a conductor, not a pianoman, and never played one on TV (although I did spend the night at an Express motel) and I do like Stepping the piano pedal down Billy Joel. Just want to set the on the floor actually shifts the key- record straight. board so that a hammer strikes Paul E. Kealy, only one of the stretched strings, San Bernardino as the other strings resonate in sympathy. A tender, slightly softer

Government programs hurt more than help

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and less-percussive sound. Since that shift allows the hammer to strike selectively (originally just one string, or “cord”) they named it “una corda.”

Rep. Aguilar must cut ties with Planned Parenthood

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haps he should have thought about that when he committed murder. He is serving a life sentence without the possibility of parole for killing someone.

The state said, “It is a medical necessity.” How is this even possible? My hard-earned dollars do not support this and should not go

toward paying for a surgery that is not life-threatening on a prisoner, period. What is happening to our country? Now I am the one depressed!

Teresa Harton, Rancho Cucamonga

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Words to Think About: Cultural Habits

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By G. W. Abersold Ph.D.

have visited 75 plus countries, spending considerable time in many of them. Outside of the United States, I think New Zealand and Turkey to be the most interesting.

In this article I will share my impressions of the strange cultural habits that I experienced in several countries. For example, most of us

eat soup with a spoon. In most Asian countries, the people drink their soup, grasping the bowl with both hands. Frankly, I tried it and like it.

When I was in Hong Kong and China, I visited several McDonalds. To my amazement, I was not given French fries with my Big Mac but rice. One or two McDonald’s did serve French fries, if asked for. Since I don’t care for rice, I was grateful for the fries.

Most of the trains I’ve ridden in the U.S. or Mexico seldom leave on time. Sometimes as much as an hour late. Not so in Japan or Europe. They wait for no one. The doors close tight at the time scheduled.

I remember when I was in a train from Mexicali, Mexico to Guadalajara. It was so slow a lady, obviously pregnant got off and demanded a taxi. “I’m pregnant.”

The conductor harshly told her she should not have gotten on the train in her condition. She responded with temper, “I wasn’t pregnant

when I got on.” It’s a joke.

Alaska is the largest state in the U.S. yet only Montana has fewer people in it. While Utah has the most bankruptcies, Alaska has the fewest.

Alaskans have a most unique way of keeping meats frozen. They find a tall tree, trim the lower branches and build a platform at the top. They construct a large box on the platform and place their meat in it.

Cross bars are strategically placed to climb and get their meat.

Black bears are unable to climb the pole.

Italy has more old churches, statues, ancient civic buildings, and museums than most other countries.

The national food? Obviously pasta and spaghetti.

I love their food but two habits were hard for me to take. First, they have very little sauce on their pasta. Second, the salad is served at the end of the meal, not before the main course.

To schedule a pick up appointment by phone for the Refrigerator and Freezer Recycling Program, or if you have a question, please call SCE Customer Service at 1-800-234-9722, (TTY 1-800-352-8580). Assistance is available Monday through Friday, 7 a.m.-6 p.m., or Saturday from 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Additionally, you can receive a $35 rebate when you buy an ENERGY STAR® certified refrigerator, or get a $75 rebate when you buy an ENERGY STAR® Most Efficient refrigerator. Upgrading to a more efficient refrigerator could reduce your electricity bill by up to $105* yearly. (*Esti-

mated electricity cost savings are based on an average consumer usage and are not a guarantee of actual savings).

Visit sce.com/summer for details.

Central air conditioners are one of the busiest electrical appliances when temperatures rise.

Updating and maintaining air conditioners can mean big savings on electricity bills over time.

When feasible, it is best to use ceiling fans, standing fans, whole house fans or other more energyefficient technology to stay cool, while also lowering your electricity bill.

Cool down your home with a Window Evaporative Cooler, an efficient alternative to a traditional air conditioner. Purchase and install a qualifying model and get up to $200 in rebates from SCE. To learn more about these and other energy-efficiency programs, go to sce.com/summer.

I’ve been to Israel eight times.

Every time it was exciting and informative. I’ve stayed in a “kibbutz” several times. Usually each one has a specialty: growing bananas, or roses or avocados, etc.

They often ship them to Europe.

On one trip I bought 25 wooden plaques with “Shalom” on them.

Back at my room I looked closer at them and on the back were the words, “Made in Taiwan.”

Portugal is a small but interesting country. It grows and sells 95 percent of the world’s cork. They carve sheets of it from cork trees.

The other five percent is from Spain.

Peru has an illustrious history.

For centuries it was the center of the Inca empire. Most people have heard of Machu Pichu, at one time the jewel of the Incas.

The nearest city is Cusco, 11,000 feet high in the Andes. National food, comfort food, and most plentiful vegetable is the potato.

Cooked every way possible and at times 2 or 3 ways in a meal.

Baked, boiled, mashed, fried, raw, mixed. I ate them all.

The most international food is spaghetti. I’ve found it in every country; form Italy to Japan.

Especially in Argentina, where about 90 percent of the population is Italian in heritage. Including the present Pope. I found that about every other restaurant was featuring Italian food-spaghetti.

I think I tried them all. Everyone was flavored differently, including the meat balls. It is still my favorite food.

There are two memories I have of Warsaw, Poland. The first the memorial that was built in honor of the citizens that fought so valiantly against the Nazis in World War II. They fought to the bitter end.

The second was the longest and best food buffet I’ve ever seen and ever shared in. It was at the Sheraton Hotel.

I’ve shared these thoughts to give a small insight into a few of the countries I’ve visited.

Amen. Selah. So be it.

SCE Rewards Customers Join Senior Center for With Home Energy Efficiency walking tour of Rebates, Incentives

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s hot temperatures and summer continue, Southern California Edison (SCE) reminds customers it offers a variety of energy-efficiency programs that reward customers with rebates, bill credits and other incentives designed to help reduce energy and lower electricity bills.

“There are so many ways to stay cool and comfortable this summer — while keeping electricity costs in check,” said Mark Wallenrod, SCE’s director of Demand Side Management Program Operations. “Now more than ever, people are interested in saving money and helping the environment. We’re proud to be able to help our customers do that.”

For example, customers with a swimming pool at their singlefamily residence may qualify for a $200 rebate if they replace a single-speed or two-speed pool pump with a qualified Variable Speed Pool Pump and Motor model. The difference could save up to 60 percent of a pool’s energy consumption and maximize savings.

Through SCE’s Refrigerator and Freezer Recycling Program, customers with an old, inefficient working refrigerator or freezer can receive a $50 incentive by disposing of their aging appliance in an environmentally responsible way. SCE will pick it up free of charge and dismantle it using Responsible Appliance Disposal standards. By disposing of a spare unit, customers could save up to $180* a year in electricity costs.

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downtown Los Angeles

oin the Redlands Community Senior Center for a fun and interactive walking tour of Los Angeles to learn the history of downtown L.A. on Friday, Oct. 23.

Participants will meet at 7:15 a.m. at the Redlands Community Senior Center, 111 W. Lugonia Ave., to be transported to the San Bernardino Metrolink Station.

From there participants will ride the Metro to L.A. Union Station.

Upon arrival we will start our walking tour which will include: L.A. Union Station, Olvera Street, Hall of Justice, Cathedral of our Lady of Angels, Walt Disney Concert Hall, Grand Park, Bunker Hill and Angels Flight. After the walking tour we will ride the

Metro subway back to Union Station for lunch on your own at Philippe’s. Participants will arrive back at the Redlands Community Senior Center at 4:30 p.m.

The price is $22 per person with a patron card and $27 dollars for a non patron. The walking tour will be two miles long. Please wear comfortable shoes. All participants will be asked to wear green shirts. A green shirt will be provided to those who don’t already have one.

Space is limited and early reservations are encouraged.

For more information, contact the Redlands Community Senior Center at (909) 798-7579. The center is located at 111. W. Lugonia Ave. in Redlands.

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offer Pre-Certification Trainineapple Jam ing.24-7 Professional Staff SupUkulele Club port. Monthly stipends from $877.00-$1048.00. Call Maria at (909) 890-4008 to serve a seat.

Orientation and training are ongo- Meets: Scherer Senior Center, ing. New classes start monthly. Se 12202 1St Street Yucaipa Ca, Ukulele class meets every habla espanol.

Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. til 11:00 a.m. Bring your Ukulele and Colton: First and third Tuesday, a friend. All levels of playing.

6 p.m.; 650 N. La Cadena Dr. Highland: Second and fourth Tuesday, 6 p.m.; 27215 Base Line.

No meetings in August.

The Democratic Luncheon Club Loma Linda: Second and fourth of San Bernardino meet at 12:15 Tuesday, 7 p.m. (check city Web on Fridays at Club Headquarters, site as dates are subject to change); 136 Carousel Mall (near the cen- Now to September 1 -a new public art project - This is San 25541 Barton Rd. tral glass elevator) in San Bernardino - by poet Juan DelRedlands: First and third Tues- Bernardino. gado and photographer Thomas day, 6 p.m.; 35 Cajon St. Speaker Schedule: McGovern is on display in the Rialto: Second and fourth Tues- 8/28 Boris Medzhibovsky, windows of 468 West Fifth Street, day, 6 p.m.; 150 S. Palm Ave. Chief of Staff, Congressman the former Arts on 5th. The winSan Bernardino: First and third Pete Aguilar dow display combines photoMonday, 3 p.m.; 300 N. “D” St. 9/4 Dark for Labor Day graphs of historic and Leticia Garcia, Candi9/11 fternoon Delight contemporary San Bernardino date, SB City Council, 7th with poetry exploring personal and WardVisit us at Dance Socials shared experiences of the city. In www.sbdems.com or our new addition Delgado has created Facebook page at www.facebook-themed installation with disAll seniors, couples and singles, book/SBDems. carded library books and oversized welcome at free dance socials. bookmarks. The artists have also allet Folklorico Opportunity to make new friends a website created and remember music of our youth.

Cultural Classes (juanandtom.com) so the comJoslyn Senior Center: First and munity can post pictures, poetry second Tuesday 2 p.m., 21 Grant and stories about San Bernardino.

Mondays 5:30-6:30 5-11yrs, St., Redlands (909) 798-7550.

Mondays 6:30-8:30 11-adult.

No Redlands Community Center: Every third Friday 2 p.m., 111 Lu- charge. 951-233-7027. Knights of gonia Ave., Redlands (909) 798- Columbus, 740 Pennsylvania St., Colton, Ca. 7572.

Highland Senior Center: Every RMC weekly Wednesdays and Thursdays.fourth Tuesday 2 p.m., 3102 E. Farmer’s Market 3:00 P.M.- 5:00 P.M. Instruments Highland Ave., Highland (909) Provided by IM INC. Lessons for 862-8104.

Wednesdays from 9 a.m. – 1 electric guitar, electric bass, drums hildren’s Way p.m. in front of the hospital. and piano. Music theory, voice and Foster Family & Stop by on your lunch break for stage presence. Registration: Aufresh produce and arti- gust 19th & 20th, 2015, 3:00 P.M. Adoption Agency certified san breads.

ARMC partners with – 5:00 P.M. Del Vallejo Middle We are reaching out to you to join the Southland Farmers Market School, 1885 East Lynwood Drive, our growing family of Foster ParSan Bernardino, CA 92404. For ents. Come to our orientation ses- Association on the weekly mar- youth ages 8, through 17. School sion and learn how you can make ket to help promote health and Phone, (909) 881-8280. First come a difference and share the love. We wellness to the community. basis: Lessons start 3:00 P.M. at

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an Salvador Annual Church Fiesta 2015

Saturday, September 5, 3pm11pm & Sunday, September 6, Noon Mariachi Mass, Fiesta 1pm-10pm.

usiness Mixer

Thursday, August 27 from 7pm to 9pm. -Hispanic Inland Empire Chamber of Commerce will hold a Business Mixer at the Castaway in San Bernardino. Keynote Speaker is Dr. Dale Marsden and guest speaker is Mr. Michael J. Gallo.Hors d’oeuvres will be served. For tickets contact Linda Gonzalez at 951-213-9916 or email rowithiecc@gmail.com.

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SIE Apple & Thistle Music Festival

Saturday, September 12 from 10am to 4pm. -at: Snow-Line Orchard, Oak Glen, 39400 Oak Glen Rd., Oak Glen, CA. FREE TO THE PUBLIC. Pipers, Singers, Dancers. Lots of fun. The Scottish Society of the Inland Empire, is proud to present their 4th annual music festival. Join them for a day of Scottish music, food and beautiful scenery. There are delicious fresh apples and apple cider from the barn. Don’t forget their famous apple donuts. BBQ food available, from a vendor, with a good choice of food. (You are also more than welcome to pack your own lunch!)

BYOC! (Bring Your Own Chair); They have park benches and tables, but throw a lawn chair in your trunk just in case they are taken. Any Questions, call Bob Leeton at 909-425-8427 ipabob@earthlink.net

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ialto Rotary Fall Classic Golf Tournament

Friday, October 2-Rialto Rotary will have its annual golf tournament to raise funds for community as well as international projects on at the San Bernardino Golf Club, 1494 S. Waterman Ave., San Bernardino.

Registration begins at 6:00 AM with a shotgun start at 7:30 AM. The cost is $100 per player or $400 per foursome. The cost includes green fees and golf cart, gift bag and tee prizes as well as a Texas Style BBQ. There will be a hole-in-one contest where the winner of the hole-in-one contest will receive a brand new 2015 Chevrolet. The hole-inone insurance is provided by Rotolo Chevrolet. Other contests include a putting contest, long drive, closest to the pin and reverse 50-50. Sponsorships are available for as little as $100 for a tee box sign. Other sponsorships are Platinum ($5,000), Gold ($2,500) Silver ($1,000) and Bronze ($500) . Registration and sponsor forms are available on the Rialto Rotary Website, www.rialtorotary.org or by contacting Richard Montano, 2015 golf tournament chair, at 951334-7524.

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St. John Bosco to Hold Annual Fiesta

Inland Empire Community Newspapers • August 27, 2015 • Page A7

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By Angela L. Espinoza de Vargas

t is known as the most authentic remaining fiesta in the Diocese of San Bernardino---Mi Ranchito Fiesta will be held on Saturday, August 29th, from 2:00 p.m. to 11 p.m. at the historic St. John Bosco Mission located at 28911 Merris Street in East Highlands.

“We pride ourselves with retaining and bringing to all our friends a traditional Mexican fiesta. The patio and booths will be covered with hundreds of colorful paper flowers prepared by both the young children and church elders. We will also feature many booths with a variety of foods such as taquitos with real gua-

Courtesy Photo Chelsea Paloma Vargas-Deefin, 8 yrs, old, is wearing a traditional dress from the state of Vera Cruz, Mexico. Folklorico dancers will wear other traditional dress wear during their performance at the St. John Bosco Mi Ranchita Fiesta. The fiesta is scheduled for Saturday, August 29 from 2pm to 11pm at the St. John Bosco Mission, 28911 Merris St. in East Highland.

ARMC Foundation Announces Honorees for Fall Gala

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he Arrowhead Regional Medical Center Foundation will recognize four honorees at its 2015 Autumn Extravaganza Gala and Awards Dinner on Oct. 8. Proceeds from the event, which will be held at the National Orange Show Events Center in San Bernardino, will benefit Arrowhead Regional Medical Center’s cancer program.

The award winners for the second annual gala are: Guillermo Valenzuela, MD, Arrowhead Vanguard of the Year; David Lanum, MD, Physician of the Year; Nanette Buenavidez, RN, Nurse Leader of the Year; and Ma Cristina Avendano, RN, Nurse of the Year.

“Our physicians and nurses are on the forefront of ARMC’s ef-

forts to provide quality health care to the community,” said Zachary Tucker, ARMC Foundation president. “These honorees stand out for their exceptional efforts on behalf of the medical center.”

Award winners will be recognized at the Gala with a unique video tribute and a distinctive plaque.

The Gala will feature jazz music from “The Art of Sax,” an auction, dinner and no-host cocktails.

Black tie is optional.

Tickets are $125 per person. For more information about the ARMC Foundation Gala and Awards Dinner, call Patty Holohan, 909-580-3167, or email HolohanP@armc.sbcounty.gov.

camole, pit bbq plate, Italian sausages, tostadas, hot dogs, raspados (snow cones), beer garden and homemade tamales, which is the most requested item of the day”, said Henrietta Chavez, Fiesta Chair.

The tamales are prepared by the Prayer Group and features what most people believe is an awardwinning recipe of tender pork in a delicious red sauce with whole black olives wrapped to perfection in a corn husk. They are served piping hot and, in the past, is the first food item to sell out.

The raspados (snow cones) are another favorite since Mrs. Aurora Delgado, who has sponsored that booth for well over 50 years, personally prepares the different flavored syrups.

Cascarones (brightly colored, confetti-filled eggshells) are pre-

pared by the young children with the help of their mothers and grandmothers. The parishioners provide eggshells and cut colorful tissue paper into small pieces, which is skillfully stuffed into the shell and covered with a small paper top. “It is always a delight watching the little ones crack a cascaron on the head of a friend or grandparent.”, concluded Lupe Perez, lifelong resident of the area.

A colorful ballet folklorico performs at 3:00 p.m., a mariachi band plays at 4:30, and a live dance band concludes the festivities from 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. featuring both popular English and Mexican dance music.

Call Mrs. Chavez at 909/8625680 for more information. The fiesta is open to the public.

Job Corps holds graduation for Class of 2015

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inland Empire Job corps center graduates listening to congressman Pete Aguilar deliver his keynote speech during this year’s graduation ceremony that took place on August 20.

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By Anthony Victoria, Staff Writer

he places youth can go when provided opportunities at their doorstep is the key to building the narrative for the Inland region’s future, according to Congressman Pete Aguilar (D-Rancho Cucamonga).

“Congratulations graduates. This has not been an easy journey, so

enjoy it,” Aguilar told approximately 100 students at the Inland Empire Job Corps’ commencement ceremony on Thursday August 20. “This is your foundation.

This is what you need in order to succeed. This is the type of commitment that builds our story for future generations.”

With over 126 centers throughout the United States, the IE Job Corps’ students were only a few of

thousands of students who took part in the day’s festivities.

The college-like, 17.5-acre site was opened in 1978 and houses over 300 students ages 16-12. Students receive training in carpentry, culinary arts, electrical, medical administrative assistant, office administration, ornamental landscaping, painting, plumbing and tile setting. The campus has dormitories, a library, computer labs, a swimming pool and a wellness center for basic medical needs. It provides free educational and vocational training for income-eligible young people.

Besides Aguilar, the event’s keynote speaker, San Bernardino City Mayor Carey Davis and Assemblymember Marc Steinorth (R-Rancho Cucamonga) were present to display their support.

Many of the graduates hail from low-economic and working class backgrounds. One student, Keanu Guerrero, 23, of Apple Valley said he chose to attend Job Corps because of his aunt’s previous experience as a student in the 1970s.

“The most rewarding part about being attending Job Corps was the experiences I shared with friends, as well as the skills I developed to become an electrician,” he said.

Guerrero will be working for the National Core Renaissance Community (National CORE), where

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congressman Pete Aguilar (D-Rancho Cucamonga) was the keynote speaker at this year’s inland Empire Job corps center graduation ceremony.

he intends to apply his skill set.

One other student, Derean Womack of Perris, recalls struggling to find a place to live before being informed by a friend to enroll in Job Corps.

“I knew it would be a good thing for me,” he said. “So I enrolled.”

A year later, Womack is now CPR, OSHA, and HBI certified. In addition he has certification in OPAC’s meaning typing, Microsoft Office programs, and fil-

ing. His future plans include pursuing his Associate of Science degree in Electrical Power Technology and transferring to UC Riverside to pursue a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering “Everyone knows each other here,” he said. “It’s been like a family since we all live together.”

Rocio Aguayo contributed to this story

Jalesha Love to carry Mr. Tetlock's volleyball knowledge to Cal State Dominguez Hills

Photo/courtesy hubbs Foundation Jalesha Love carries Pacific high tradition to cal State Dominguez hills.

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By Harvey M. Kahn

al State Dominguez Hills-bound Jalesha Love relied on lessons learned from her Golden Valley Middle School volleyball coach Charles Tetlock to help create her favorite memory at Pacific High School. When Love was an eighth grader, Tetlock taught her how to block and score in volleyball. Despite having the talent to start as a freshman at Pacific, it wasn't going to be so easy until she was accepted by the older junior's and senior's on Pacific's

volleyball team.

"It is my best memory of high school. To make the varsity volleyball team as a freshman and finally be accepted by the team," recalled Love, who went on to become a two-time all-league first team performer, two-time team MVP, team scoring leader three years and three years team captain. Those accomplishments and high IQ, coupled with Love being a four-year varsity member of Pacific's basketball team, earned her the prestigious Ken Hubbs Award nomination as Pacific's female athlete of 2015.

Love's 3.87 GPA earned her inclusion on at least one of Pacific's honor roll categories in her four years of high school. She made the Principal's Honor Roll all four years, graduating at a class rank of 27 out of 373 seniors. She has already begun class work at Cal State Dominguez Hills on full academic scholarship and plans to earn her credential as a kindergarten teacher. She plans to tryout for the Dominquez Hills volleyball team but would have to redshirt this season.

Love said another point she remembers about Pacific is the help she received from the teaching staff. "I really thought it was something that teachers would help you even if you were not in their class. It was important that you first showed them you cared." She added that her goal to play high school sports pushed her to get good grades since you must have good grades to participate.

Photo courtesy carmel Brand Jalesha Love (Right) made varsity in volleyball, basketball and softball as a freshman at Pacific high School.

She said her friends all played sports as well and that helped.

When asked for advice, Love replied, "Keep working hard and don't let people influence you to do negative things."

Not only did Love lead the Pacific volleyball for three years in blocks and kills, she led the Pirates basketball team three years by averaging 12 points and 11 rebounds per game. As a 9th and 10th grader, she was the starting first baseman for the softball team where she earned team MVP. An ankle injury kept her off the diamond as a junior and she didn't play softball as a senior because she wanted to expand her hours working as a courtesy

helper at Stater Bros. Markets.

Love said that although the volleyball skills learned from Mr. Tetlock came in handy, she could not repeat those same team accomplishments at Pacific that she earned at Golden Valley where Tetlock led her undefeated team to the San Bernardino City Middle School championship.

(Comments about Jalesha Love and Javin Singer from Pacific High School Athletic Director Carmel Brand: "For many years Pacific has not had many students who arrived at Pacific as freshmen and stayed through their senior year. Javin Singer and Jalesha Love, however, are two

who beat the odds and not only stayed all four years at Pacific, they each excelled in multiple sports. Both ended their careers at Pacific with numerous athletic accolades and left with close to 4.0 GPA's. It was my pleasure to watch both of them grow throughout the four years both as athletes and friends. They are both outstanding adults and I expect great things from both in the future. I feel like I was the lucky one to have known them and was allowed to be part of their lives.

What great student athletes they are! I will miss them both!)

Inland Empire Community Newspapers • August 27, 2015 • Page A9

Javin Singer makes running history at Pacific as he explores future at Northern Arizona U.

Photo Courtesy/ Hubbs Foundation Pacific High School Ken Hubbs Award honoree Javin Singer.

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By Harvey M. Kahn

avin Singer left a big mark on the track fields of Pacific High School. The school's

2015 Ken Hubbs Award male nominee was a league champion in both cross country and track.

Singer broke Pacific's school record in the 800 meters by finishing under the magical twominute mark in a time of one minute, 57 seconds. Along with his many top-3 finishes at major invitational's, he qualified for the state track finals in Fresno in both the 800 meters outdoor and the 600 indoor event. He was Pacific's #1 runner on its 2011 San Andreas League cross country championship team and was league track champ at 1600 meters.

Between running seasons, Singer was named all-league first team as captain of Pacific's soccer team as senior. "I am impressed with his ability to balance everything out," said Singer's father, Harold. "Cross country starts in summer. Then comes soccer season and right into track.

I think Javin had only a month break in four years of high school."

Singer said his son did all this along with holding two part time

jobs. Harold Singer was Pacific's assistant cross country coach for three years and the head track coach last year. He said it's a 20hour day at the Singer's. Harold works the graveyard in his job in Ontario. "My wife (Nisha) stays on top of everything and I focus on the athletics. We have a system that we should put a patent on."

The elder Singer told of his son's participation in the Rotary Life community service program where he was one of 14 students from the San Bernardino Unified School District to be picked.

Javin Singer told of a scholarship he earned from the Rotary Club for his 100% participation in working on community events.

"As part of the Rotary Life program you must always be prepared to present a speech at a public event. It taught me about leadership and to be respectful of those in authority, but not to be afraid of speaking with them."

Singer will take his skills to Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff where he earned an academic scholarship but will have

quickly after that. Chinese Taipai’s next seven batters reached base via a mixture of walks and singles, generating a 5run lead in the process and San Bernardino never recovered.

It was the third inning before Joe Manialung singled to right for San Bernardino’s first hit of the game. He ended up scoring later in the inning to make it 5-1.

Chinese Taipai added another run in the fourth on a home run

by Ho Li-Yung before adding six more runs in the fifth to end the game due to the 10-run mercy rule.

With a flair for the dramatic throughout the journey, San Bernardino earned its trip to the World Series with a 9-8 win over Santa Cruz in Los Alamitos.

Damien Sanchez hit a grounder down the third base line to drive in the winning run in that game.

It was the first time a San Bernardino team played in the Pony League World Series since 1955.

San Bernardino advanced past teams from SoCal, NorCal, Washington, Arizona, Utah and Hawaii to represent the West in the tournament.

Members of the team included Manualung, Sanchez, Eddie Aldama Jr., Gilbert Aguilar, Devyn Lopez, Jon Carlos, Eli Martinez, Noah Parra, Gabriel Lujano, Matt Bardowell, Abel Madueno Jr., and Tyler Bardowell.

SB Pony All-Stars fall in World Series

Courtesy Photo San Bernardino’s Jon Carlos is grabs the ball before throwing it to first during the first inning against Hagerstown

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By Richard Dawson

he San Bernardino AllStars bid for the city’s first Pony World Series title didn’t end how they had hoped.

The ride to get there however, will provide a lifetime of memories for the 14-and-under all-stars referred to as “Berdoo.”

San Bernardino had won in dramatic fashion, rallying to beat Hagertown (Md.) 10-5 the night before, but the team couldn’t muster the same magic against Chinese Taipai on Wednesday, falling 12-1 at Lew Hays Pony Field in Washington, Pa. San Bernardino starter Devyn Lopez retired the first two batters in the first, but the wheels fell off

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to make the track and cross country teams as a walk on. If that doesn't work, he may try out for the soccer team. He will major in Biology. "My main goal is to get through school, then transfer to UC Davis to get a doctorate of veterinary medicine. He was also offered scholarships from Moorhouse University and Southern Utah.

In the one-hour phone interview with Javin Singer, he answered some difficult questions about high school life. "I learned to choose my words very carefully. People can change under certain situations and many would rather follow than lead," acknowledged Singer. "It's important to keep in touch with as many people as you can."

Singer said he discontinued playing baseball because it was too slow, instead enjoyed the fast pace of soccer. He called Pacific's soccer team a bunch of good players who were friends off the field but a "mess on the field." He said Pacific's soccer matches attract more spectators than baseball due to its popularity with the Hispanic population.

Singer answered that it was his opinion that high school educator's need to relate more to a younger generation. "Students are interested in iPads and what the Apple Company is doing.

Younger experts like those from Microsoft could be brought into the classroom to discuss technology. History is important but it's my opinion that there should be more emphasis put into the future and not so much in the past."

(Photo Courtesy Carmel Brand Pacific High School track and cross country record breaker Javin Singer now at Northern Arizona U. on academic scholarship.

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UCLA closes camp with Fan Appreciation at CSUSB

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The team's running backs go through drills to work on conditioning during camp.

By Richard Dawson

fter two hot weeks, the UCLA Football team finished its 4th annual training camp at Cal State San Bernardino with a Fan Appreciation day on Saturday, August 22.

Similar to past years, fans came out in groves to get autographs and pictures with players, discounts on game tickets, and team memorabilia.

Stator Bros., a presenting sponsor of the camp, presented food and beverages to those in attendance.

The Bruins came into camp with a few offseason distractions hanging over head. In June there was an on campus incident involving Sean “P. Diddy” Combs and a team coach. Then as camp opened up at CSUSB two weeks ago, Cordell Broadus, son of Snoop Dogg, publically quit the team.

Tabloids aside, UCLA enters the 2015 season ranked No. 13 in the AP Top 25 Poll.

The defense, led by new coordinator Tom Bradley, is expected to carry the team as it returns nine starters and it gets Randall Goforth back after he missed all but

two games last year.

Bradley used the training camp has an opportunity to showcase new looks and increased pressure, which gave the young offense trouble at times.

While it is filled with talent, the inexperienced offense is expected to have ups and downs as Coach Jim Mora has yet to announce his starting quarterback from either freshman Josh Rosen or junior Jerry Neuheisel.

The two have to replace the void left by Brett Hundley, the team’s star quarterback the past three seasons, who was drafted by the Green Bay Packers of the NFL. No matter who the quarterback is, the offensive line will play a big part in the team’s ability to score points.

Health of the O-line was tested during camp however, as left tackle Conor McDerrmott and center Jake Brendel missed time with injuries. Both are expected to be fine by week 1, but it is a situation to monitor.

The UCLA season begins September 5 against the University of Virginia at the Rose Bowl.

Photo/Richard Dawson Head Coach Jim Mora and the UCLA football team completed its two-week training camp at Photo/Richard Dawson Cal State San Bernardino on August 22.

Players drink water during practice as temperatures reach triple digits.

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Inland Empire Community Newspapers • August 27, 2015 • Page A15

San Bernardino County: Dogs to lend a paw in courtrooms as part of D.A.’s new program

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San Bernardino county District attorney mike ramos (center) swears in courtroom facility dogs Dozer and lupe aug. 21. the pups, assisted by their handlers yesica cioli (left) and Don ross (right)are part of the newly created Special victims K-9 Unit.

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By Yazmin Alvarez

t only two-years old, Lupe and Dozer became San Bernardino County District Attorney’s Office newest members.

Sitting proud, the two black labrador pups placed their right paw on a California law book to take their official oath Aug. 21, being sworn in by District Attorney Mike Ramos to serve as the area’s first courthouse dogs.

Lupe, looked up in full attention at her handler Don Ross, accepting the words of Ramos to support their most vulnerable victims and uphold the values of the San Bernardino County District Attorney’s Office.

After the swearing-in and a treat, of course, each dog received a San Bernardino County District Attorney badge as the first members of the District Attorney’s new Special Victims K-9 Unit.

Together, the teams will help pro-

vide comfort to children who are victims of crimes or part of court proceedings as they testify before juries, give depositions, and make other court appearances.

The District Attorney’s courthouse dog program is the first in Southern California and is funded by unclaimed victim restitution funds, Ramos said.

Lupe and Ross, a victim advocate, are assigned to the San Bernardino office, while Dozer and her handler Yesica Cioli will work out of the Victorville division.

Lupe and Dozer will serve as “companions” to little ones and be able to take the stand alongside children, Ross said.

“She does a really great job of letting you know she’s there for you,” Ross said of Lupe. “Just her sitting at your feet offers a sense of security and that’s what we want for the children. We want to be able to offer them comfort and Lupe and Dozer are a perfect pair for doing so.”

Both dogs have similar training as therapy or assistance dogs, said Ellen O’Neill Stephens, a former prosecutor and founder of Courthouse Dogs, an organization that trains facility dogs to provide emotional support to victims of crimes who must testify in court.

Scientific research shows that dogs have a calming effect and help during stressful and traumatic situations, Stephens said.

“They’ll be assets to everyone.”

The pups are expected to be fully trained over the next few weeks and will be ready for the courtroom in about two months, Ross added.

“As soon as the vest goes on, she’s ready to work,” he said of Lupe. “All she wants in return is a little belly rub to know she’s doing a job well done.”

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

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courtroom facility dogs Dozer and lupe will help provide children comfort while they testify in court. the dogs are expected to appear in courtrooms in about two months.

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Dozer and lupe are assigned to the San Bernardino county District attorney’s office new Special victims K-9 Unit. the two will help provide companionship to children in the courtroom.

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Keaton Simons to perform intimate concert at Humane Society of San Bernardino Valley

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By Yazmin Alvarez

ans of the smooth Keaton Simons will have a chance to experience a special performance by the artist during a benefit concert at the Humane Society of San Bernardino Valley Sept. 4.

“It is always such a pleasure to have Keaton perform here ,” said Jill Henderson, HSSBV development coordinator. “He is such an extraordinarily talented singer and songwriter, and so entertaining.”

So if you enjoy great music and helping furry friends, the special Friday night engagement is definitely a night you do not want to miss, added Henderson.

Now in its third year, the benefit concert hosted at HSSBV’s Joyce Martin Education Center, 374 W Orange Show Road in San Bernardino, has helped raise thousands in support of programs and services provided through the organization.

Each year, the artist performs over a dozen sets at the show, in addition to the handful of requests made by the audience.

"I love that we are able to make a tradition of this year after year,” said Simons. “The people who work at the Humane Society, and those who join us at this event, have always been so warm and

welcoming, allowing for an intimate environment for storytelling.”

And this year, he’s excited about debuting “a bunch of brand new songs,” he said.

In addition to the plenty other of surprises Simons’ has in store, guests can also enjoy a night of festivities as the HSSBV celebrates 45 years of helping animals.

Attendees will be able to sign a giant birthday card for the organization, marking its milestone in the community.

A small pop-up shop featuring Keaton Simons merchandise will also be available.

Doors for the event will open at 7 p.m. and early admittance will not be provided.

Tickets at $20 and include light appetizers and dessert. A no host bar will be available. Tickets are still available and seating is limited. Ticket purchase can be made by calling 909-386-1400 ext 224 or by visiting www.hssbv.org.

Keaton Simons has toured nationally and internationally, opening for Train, Guster, REO Speedwagon, amongst others. He has worked as a writer, musical director, singer, bassist and guitarist with such notable acts as Gnarls Barkley, Snoop Dogg, Josh Kelley and Tre Hardison (The Pharcyde).

In April of 2013, Simons released his sophomore full-length album

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For the third year, Keaton simons will perform at the humane society of san bernardino valley. the benefit concert will support programs and services provided through the organization.

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tickets to the sept. 4 benefit concert featuring Keaton simons at the humane society of san bernardino valley are still available. simons’ is expected to debut new song at the show.

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