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plenty of halloween fun can be had throughout the inland empire for every boy, ghoul and critter. furry face in redlands will have a pet costume contest at 6 p.m. spooktacular events going on entertained. around the Inland Empire. ith Halloween falling From family-friendly festivals to Oct. 30 6 to 9 p.m. on a weekend this fur-kid fun, there’s something to Halloween, cont. on next pg. year, there’s plenty of keep every guy, ghoul and creature
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Participants sought for Veteran’s Day Parade and Car Show
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community event for 16 years, the Cruizin E St. Veteran’s Day Parade and Car Show is seeking groups to participate in this family-oriented parade. The event is hosted by E. Street Cruizers Car Club and the Inland Empire Military Museum, and is sponsored by Juan Pollo. The event honors veterans from all branches of service, past and present. The parade starts at San Bernardino High School and ends up at the historic site of the original McDonald’s at 1398 N. E. Street in San Bernardino. Vintage cars, trucks, and military vehicles will be on display at the car show after the parade. Hours of the event are 8AM until 4PM on Saturday, November 7, 2015. Any Veterans or community groups who want to be in the parade or people interested in being in the car show should call the Boys and Girls Club at 909885-6324 for more information.
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cpl. trevor James Granger was on hand to accept toys for the redlands airport association’s toys for tots kickoff event oct. 24. the campaign runs through Dec. 5.
With the holiday season rapidly talk with pilots and bring in a new approaching, the group shifted unwrapped toy for a child in need. he Redlands Airport into high gear Oct. 24, sponsoring Ted Gablin, Redlands Airport Association has kicked off an open house-style event at the Association president, said the its first-ever “Stuff a Plane Redlands Airport, welcoming Toys, cont. on next pg. guests to view planes on display, with Toys for Tots” campaign. By Yazmin Alvarez
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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Fall Funfest at The Mission Church Event includes free dinner, crafts, games, a family-friendly movie and of plenty of candy. Attendees can participate in a costume parade and costume contest. All ages are welcome. The Mission Church is at 301 Cajon Street in Redlands
Taekwondo will be going on at the loween.com corner of State and Eighth streets. Oct. 31 Tartan of Redlands Halloween. A free Halloween photo booth West Palm Ave. Band (7pm-11pm); offered by J. De La Cruz Photogra- Photo Booth (free pics); costume phy will also be set up from 3 to 4 contest 1st place $200.00 cash p.m. prize; 2nd & 3rd a surprise. The photo booth will be stationed at Ed Hales Park during the Safe Oct. 31 - Nov. 1 Trick-or-Treat event. HARD Day of the Dead at the Fairplex Expo Halls 4,6,8,9 and 10. Pet costume contest and fun for Music starts at 11a.m. Tickets for the four-legged the 21 and over event are $89-125. Visit Furry Face in Redlands with Parking at Gate 17 included with your favorite fur-kid for a special ticket price. - See more at: treat (treats will also be available www.hardfest.com for the two-legged costumed creatures). A costume contest for pets begins at 6 p.m.
Oct. 31 Safe Trick-or-Trick Trick-or-treating will be held on State Street in Redlands from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Candy will be given to children by the City of Redlands Develop- For the older crowd: ment Services Department and parOct. 30, 31 ticipating downtown businesses Escape by insomniac at the Na- Yazmin Alvarez is a reporter while supplies last. tional Orange Show Event Center. with Inland Empire Community Halloween games, activities and a Single day $99, two-day $169. In- Newspapers and can be reached demonstration presented by JYS formation: www.escapehal- at iecn.yazmin@gmail.com.
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the redlands airport association held an open house-style event at the redlands airport to help generate interest in aviation and help launch the group’s first annual toys for tots campaign. a donation box is set up at the airport lobby where a new unwrapped toy can be donated. the campaign runs through Dec. 5. Toys, cont. from front
weekend event was twofold. “Not only is this meant to help children have a happy holiday, but it’s also a way to help generate an interest in our local youth about the gem we have here — the airport. Who knows. They may get a toy plane for Christmas and may want to become a pilot. It could be a something that simple that can spark a love of aviation.” Area pilots demonstrated flying skills while others took to the ground in hopes of gaining the attention of residents and students to
learn more about aviation. Those on hand included members from San Bernardino Valley College’s Aeronautics Department, Redlands Police Aviation Unit and the Redlands Flying Club. Saturday’s Toys for Tots event was co-sponsored by the Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 845, the Redlands Flying Club and the city of Redlands. The Redlands Airport Association will continue to collect toys through Dec. 5. Gablin said donation boxes will be placed throughout business in Redlands, including the airport’s lobby at 1755 Sessums Drive. The
plan is to fly the toys to Marine Corps at Twentynine Palms, he added. So far, a handful of pilots are on board, he said. To learn more about the Toys for Tots drive or where donation boxes will be located, email redlands.airport.association@gmail.com or call 909-499-1777.
Yazmin Alvarez is a reporter with Inland Empire Community Newspapers and can be reached at iecn.yazmin@gmail.com.
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Dia de Los Muertos: Dia de Los Muertos is a Mexican Holiday that focuses on gatherings of family and friends to pray for and remember family and friends who have died - it is a modern version of rituals that honor ancestors. Celebrated mostly in Mexico and regions with large Hispanic populations it is acknowledged around the world in other cultures. In 2008 the tradition was inscribed in the Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. Since the 16th century it is celebrated October 31, November 1 & 2 to coincide with the Roman Catholic festival of All Saints' Eve, All Saints Day, and All Souls Day. Traditions include constructing private altars called ofrendas , honoring the deceased using sugar skulls, marigolds and the favorite foods and beverages of the departed and visiting graves. It is an occasion to share stories and photographs of the departed with the rest of the family. This holiday has gained in popularity in the U.S. since now one can find skeletons dressed in traditional costumes such as the catrina in major stores. No it is not Mexican Halloween but rather a time for remembrance and honoring our family and friends. Next year, my grandchildren will be old enough for us to create our family altar and I look forward to imparting more family history. Searching for Paratroopers: The Hispanic-American Airborne Association is trying to locate former Paratroopers who served in the USA and any former Paracadistas from Mexico. Those who may have served with the 11th Airborne Division, XVIII Corps (Airborne), 82nd Airborne Division, 101st Airborne Division, 187th Airborne Regimental Combat Team, 173 Airborne Bridgade Combat, 4th Brigade Airborne of the 25th Infantry Division, Special Forces, and Rangers. Navy Seals, Marine Force Recons, and Air force members who went to "jump school" are also welcomed. For information contact Hank Leyva at 323383.8102 or email hankster1955@hotmail.com The next meeting of this group is slated
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Hills College is hosting an open house to encourage parents to consider college and career before their children enter high school. The Come to College Family Fest from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.in the Aquatic Center and will include lunch. The Family Fest will feature demonstrations from different career fields and information on planning for college. There will be activities for kids of all ages and a car show presented by Past Pleasfor November 7 at 1 p.m. at the ures Car Club of Yucaipa. Crafton Eugene A. American Legion Post Hills College is located at 11711 804, 4615 E. Cesar Chavez Ave. Sand Canyon Road, Yucaipa. For Los Angeles. information visit www.craftonhills.edu. Concerts: The Valley Concert Association Sunday, November 8 - the is sponsoring free fine arts per- Friends of the University of Califormances at Sturges Auditorium fornia, Riverside Botanical Garfor students grades k-8 on dens present Art In The Gardens Wednesday, December 9 featuring from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Artists will Inland Inspirations with Polyne- be showcased in the shady treesian music and dance. Perform- lined Alder Canyon of the Gardens ances are scheduled for 9:45 and on the UCR campus. Featured will 11 a.m. To reserve seats for your be ceramics, glass, jewelry, waterstudents contact Amy Ellison at colors, metal art, mosaics and gar909.880.6753 or email amy.elli- den art. For information call son@sbcusd.com 952.784.6962 or visit www.gardens.ucr.edu Save the Date:
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1 DIA DE LOS MUERTOS
Friday & Saturday, October 30 - 31 - Friends of CID (Center for Individual Development) present The Haunted House, 2700 Little Mountain Dr., San Bernardino. Doors open 7 p.m. 9 levels of scare are offered. For information and tickets call 909.384.5426 or visit www.friendsofcid.com
Tuesday, November 10 - the San Bernardino City Unified School District presents Community Gathering for Excellence, Making Hope Happen at the National Orange Show from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The keynote speaker is Dr. Shane Lopez, author of Making Hope Happen. This event will be a platform for the school district, county leaders, and leaders of local educational institutions to work as a cohesive team to make hope happen in San Bernardino. To RSVP call Victoria Wood at 909.381.1250 or email victoria.wood@sbcsd.com. One may register online at https://event rite.com/e/community-gathering-for-excellencetickets-18636644706
Sunday, November 1 - the Robert and Frances Fullerton Museum of Art (RAFFMA) at California State University, San Bernardino presents Dia de Los Muertos Celebration & Calavera Auction at the Lower Commons from 2 to 6 p.m. For information Wednesday, November 11 - a on the Celebration and Calavera Veterans Day Salute Celebration Auction call 909.537.7783 or and Parade is scheduled from 10th email ptaylor@csusb.edu and Mt. Vernon to La Plaza Park. A special tribute to fallen soldiers Tuesday, November 3 - Elec- will kick off the parade at 11 a.m. tion Day - VOTE! It is expected to feature a car show, guest speakers, color guard salute, Thursday, November 5 - music, military vehicles and Bonnes Meres Auxiliary of the marching bands. For information Children's Fund present A Holiday contact Sargeant Mayorquino at Auction and Luncheon from 9:30 909.802.6964 or Carlos Moreno a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Renais- at 909.855.9093 or Phil Florez at sance Ballroom at the National Or- 909.229.0008 ange Show Events Center. For information contact Louise So- Saturday, November 14 - the terin at 909.798.5553 Valley Concert Association invites the public to the Grand Opening of Friday, November 6 - a Holiday the San Bernardino Arts Center, Job Fair will be held from 9:00 corner of E Street and 11th from a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Inghram 11 to 3 p.m. Community Center, 2050 North Mt. Vernon, San Bernardino. Saturday, November 21- the Hosted by Rep. Pete Aguilar, the League of Women Voters of the event will connect job seekers with San Bernardino Area presents a local employers for job opportuni- forum on Money in Politics at 1:15 ties. The event is free and no p.m. at the Feldheym Library, 555 RSVP is needed. For information W. 6th Street, San Bernardino. For call 909.890.4445 information call Jill VassilakosLong at 909.649.1310 or email jvSaturday, November 7 - the E long@csusb.edu Street Cruizers Car Club, the Inland Empire Military Museum and Juan Pollo present the 16th Annual Cruizin E St. Veterans Day Parade and Car Show from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. This family-oriented parade starts at San Bernardino High Favorite Quote: School and ends at the historic site "Elections belong to the people. of the original McDonalds, 1398 It's their decision. If they decide to N. E Street in San Bernardino. For turn their back on the fire and information on participation in the burn their behinds, then they will parade and/or car show call just have to sit on their blisters." 909.885.6324. Abraham Lincoln Saturday, November 7 - Crafton
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San Bernardino City Unified School Board:
Mike Gallo Margaret Hill Gwendolyn Dowdy-Rogers Dr. Scott Wyatt 34 San Bernardino City Council: Ward 6
Roxanne Williams Ward 7
Scott Beard Ward 5
Henry Nickel City Clerk
Georgeann "Gigi" Hanna City Attorney
Gary D. Saenz City Treasurer
David C. Kennedy West Valley Water District
Alan G. Dyer Rafael Trujillo Anthony Araiza
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and that she dreams of him being President one day. I told her that I would love to see him as President…as long as he doesn’t get any ideas about running for Congress.
By Congressman Pete Aguilar
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Our American Dreams
very year, from September 15th through October 15th we observe Hispanic Heritage Month, where we celebrate our shared culture and history in the Latino community. We reflect on those who’ve inspired us and strengthened our community, and we dream of a better future for our children. We need to always be thinking of the next generation, that’s why this year I wanted to take an extra step to engage members of our community on one of the biggest issues we face today—immigration reform. Throughout the month, I had the opportunity to speak with families from Redlands to Highland to San Bernardino about their personal experiences navigating the immigration system and their journey to America.
I first spoke with Josefina. Josefina lives in Redlands and has four children, all of whom are eligible for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA). She and her husband moved here from Mexico looking for what every family has sought in America for generations: an opportunity for something better. Next I spoke with Blanca, who like Josefina, came to the United States for a better life. She and her husband Alberto live in San Bernardino with their three children, all of whom are American citizens. Blanca laughed as she told me about her rambunctious six year old. She explained that he’s talkative and hardworking
My last two calls were with Ernesto and Francisco. Ernesto spoke candidly about how scared he is of being torn from his family. He would be eligible for Deferred Action for Parent of Americans (DAPA) under President Obama’s executive orders on immigration, which were issued last November. However, due to partisan court challenges, the President’s actions to legally allow Ernesto (and others in the same situation) to stay with his children have been suspended for at least a year, and possibly indefinitely. Ernesto confessed that he’s scared to move around within the community, frightened that something could happen and he’ll be pulled away from his three children, two of whom are American citizens and his oldest daughter who is a DACA recipient. My most recent call was with Francisco, whose candor was a stark difference from Ernesto. While Ernesto came across fearful, Francisco was mostly frustrated. He and his wife became American citizens when President Ronald Reagan signed an immigration reform bill into law, which legalized both Francisco and his wife Bertha. Francisco’s frustration stems from how immigrants are treated, specifically Latino families. And he’s absolutely right.
The hateful and racist language we’ve seen aimed at Latinos is unacceptable and not a reflection of who we are as a country. We are a nation of immigrants—this isn’t something we shy away from, it’s something we embrace. For generations, people from all over the world have come to our shores looking for a better life, a good-paying job and a shot at the American Dream. That’s what this is all about— that’s what it has always been about. I’m grateful to the courageous men and women who took the time to speak with me and share their stories over the course of Hispanic Heritage Month. I look forward to sharing their stories and dreams for their children with my colleagues in Congress on both sides of the aisle, so together we can work to solve comprehensive immigration reform.
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I agree with Dee Ortega regarding ethnic studies in our public schools. I have been a teacher for 52 years (lately, on a volunteer basis) in all grades, including as a coordinator and teacher of an ethnic studies program in a local community college’s sociology department. I am in full support of this program and have been striving, sug-
I don’t understand how Social Security works. We are not getting a raise in our checks this year because the price of gasoline has dropped. But nothing else has dropped.
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gesting, pushing for this program since the late 1970s. I’ve tried to get in contact with the California Department of Education, the education chairmen of our state Assembly and a couple of heads of the California Teachers’ Association to please commence, give support and credence to this program, beginning in seventh grade. I would be elated and honored to
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Do they think gasoline is the only thing we use? I fill my tank once or twice a month, but I buy groceries every week and the price of groceries, especially produce, has nearly doubled the last few years. Airline ticket prices have not gone down, and with the recent mergers, will only go up. The price of this newspaper has increased. Phone, Internet, TV, insurance costs and property taxes have not decreased.
Let’s hear from other seniors. Tell us if your cost of living has decreased because the price of gasoline dropped. Mine certainly didn’t. Ramona Merrifield, Lytle Creek
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Cajon defense paves way for upset of REV
Photo/Richard Dawson Photo/Richard Dawson Cajon WR Phillip Ryan (#2) outruns the REV defense during a Mikael Bunce caught one for Cajon's four interceptions and returned it 23 yards for a Cowboys TD 79-yard touchdown run in the third quarter. in the third quarter.
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he Cajon football team came into its match up with Redlands East Valley as a huge underdog. Coming off a flat 22-14 loss against Rialto Carter, the Cowboys had the task of slowing down the Wildcats high powered attack, and that’s exactly what they did. Four second-half interceptions
led to five touchdowns for Cajon during a stunning 37-17 win over REV at Citrus Valley High School on October 23. Defenses dominated the first half with the lone score coming on a 34-yard field goal by Cajon kicker Jaron Imbriani with four and half minutes left in the second. It looked like REV (6-2, 4-1 CBL) made halftime adjustments that sparked the offense to start the third quarter, but facing a
fourth-and-1 at the Cajon 16 the Wildcats handed the ball off to Joey Harmon who got stuffed short of the first down. Two plays later, Cajon (7-1, 41) quarterback Jayden Daniels found Phillip Ryan on a busted coverage that turned into a 79yard touchdown and a 10-0 lead. REV’s offense marched the field on the ensuing possession but had to settle for a 32-yard field goal from John Hilfer. Cajon answered with an 80-
Photo/Richard Dawson Aaron Ortega (#18) celebrates after his rushing touchdown during Cajon's 37-17 upset win of Redlands East Valley during Citrus Belt League action at Citrus Valley High School on October 23.
yard drive that was capped off with a 14-yard score from Daniels to Giovanni Daniel to make it 16-3. The backbreaking play came on the Wildcats next offensive play. Cowboys defensive tackle Mikael Bunse stepped back in coverage and intercepted Armando Herrera’s pass and then returned it 23-yards for the score to open up the lead to 23-3.
George Hicks and Elijah Lilly also added interceptions for Cajon in the third quarter, while Johnny Lomelli returned an interception for a touchdown in the game’s final minute. The Cowboys are now tied with REV and Redlands for first place in the CBL. Cajon plays Redlands on October 30.
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Calendar
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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, 6 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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fternoon Delight Dance Socials
All seniors, couples and singles, welcome at free dance socials. Opportunity to make new friends and remember music of our youth. Joslyn Senior Center: First and second Tuesday 2 p.m., 21 Grant St., Redlands (909) 798-7550. Redlands Community Center: Every third Friday 2 p.m., 111 Lugonia Ave., Redlands (909) 7987572. Highland Senior Center: Every fourth Tuesday 2 p.m., 3102 E. Highland Ave., Highland (909) 862-8104.
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offer Pre-Certification Training.24-7 Professional Staff Support. Monthly stipends from $877.00-$1048.00. Call Maria at (909) 890-4008 to serve a seat. Orientation and training are ongoing. New classes start monthly. Se habla espanol.
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emocratic Luncheon Club of San Bernardino
The Democratic Luncheon Club of San Bernardino meet at 12:15 on Fridays at Club Headquarters, 136 Carousel Mall (near the central glass elevator) in San Bernardino. Speaker Schedule: 10/23 will be a Candidate Forum. All candidates are invited to speak for a few minutes to help Get Out The Vote on 11/3! Visit us at www.sbdems.com or our new Facebook page at www.facebook/SBDems.
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allet Folklorico Cultural Classes
Mondays 5:30-6:30 5-11yrs, Mondays 6:30-8:30 11-adult. No charge. 951-233-7027. Knights of Columbus, 740 Pennsylvania St., Colton, Ca.
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RMC weekly Farmer’s Market
Wednesdays from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. in front of the hospital. Stop by on your lunch break for certified fresh produce and artisan breads. ARMC partners with the Southland Farmers Market Association on the weekly market to help promote health and wellness to the community.
11:15am. The Redlands Community Senior Center will hold a Halloween Dinner Dance at Redlands Community Senior Center, 111 W. Lugonia Ave.. Come in costume, and enjoy a spooktacular day of dancing, food, and fun. There will be a costume contest and plenty of raffles. Tickets sell out quickly. Price is $5 with a patron card or $10 without. To register or for more information, please call the Joslyn Senior Center at (909) 798-7550 or Redlands Community Senior Center at (909)798-7579.
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ia De los Muertos Celebration
Sunday, November 1 from 3pm to 9pm at Mt View Mortuary and Cemetery, San Bernardino, Calif. For more information, please call San Bernardino, CA at (909)8822943.
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ia De los Muertos Celebration at CSUSB
Sunday, November 1 from 2pm to 6pm. at Cal State San Bernardino, lower commons. Complimentary parking will be available in Lot D. Among the highlights will be a community altar to honor and remember the lives of loved ones who have passed, sponsored by the Latino Education and Advocacy Days project, along with folklórico dancers, Aztec dancers and sugar skulls auction. Craft tables for children as well as vendors selling food and beverages will also be on hand. For more information about “Día de los Muertos,” or Day of the Dead at CSUSB, contact Yadira Ortiz at (909) 537-7371, or Iwona Contreras by email at icontrer@csusb.edu. E. Valley Blvd., Colton. For additional information contact the Chamber at (909) 825-2222.
Thursday, November 5, 2015 at 8am-9:30am at the Colton Women’s Club, 495 N. 7th St., Colton.
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ruzin’ E St. Veteran’s Day Parade and Car Show
Saturday, November 7 at 8am to 4pm. A community event for 16 years, the Cruizin E St. Veteran’s Day Parade and Car Show is seeking groups to participate in this family-oriented parade. The event is hosted by E. Street Cruizers Car Club and the Inland Empire Military Museum, and is sponsored by Juan Pollo. The event honors veterans from all branches of service, past and present. The parade starts at San Bernardino High School and ends up at the historic site of the original McDonald’s at 1398 N. E. Street in San Bernardino. Vintage cars, trucks, and military vehicles will be on display at the car show after the parade. Any Veterans or community groups who want to be in the parade or people interested in being in the car show should call the Boys and Girls Club at 909-885-6324 for more information.
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reer fields, and information on planning for college. EMT, Fire Academy cadets, and STEM representatives will be on hand to answer questions about college opportunities and career options. But “Come to College” is not all about workshops and working. There will be a lot of fun activities for kids of all ages, and the Past Pleasures Car Club of Yucaipa will be showing off their cars. As part of Veterans Day celebrations, kids will have an opportunity to make cards to send to veterans. Crafton Hills College is located at 11711 Sand Canyon Road in Yucaipa. http://www.craftonhills.edu
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nveiling of the Veterans Wall of Freedom
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Employment opportunities abound at Steinorth, Workforce Investment Board job fair
ecutive Director Sandy Harmsen likened that dedicated collaboration to the expansive root system characteristic of sequoia trees. “Sequoia’s roots interlock, and that’s how we do things - we stand together, our roots interlock, and we stand tall.”
Photo/MJ Duncan Assemblyman Marc Steinorth and Workforce Investment Board Executive Director Sandy Harmsen take a moment at the job fair held at Cal Photo/MJ Duncan State, San Bernardino on MonNearly 200 job seekers atday. tended a job fair hosted by AsBy MJ Duncan semblyman Marc Steinorth and the San Bernardino County n Monday, October 26, Workforce Investment Board Assemblyman Marc on Monday, October 26 at Cal Steinorth (R-Rancho Cu- State San Bernardino. Over 30 camonga), in partnership with the vendors from across industry San Bernardino County Workforce Investment Board (WIB), hosted a sectors were represented. Picregional job fair at Cal State San tured is good-spirited AssemBernardino. Nearly 200 job seek- blyman Steinorth at left. ers had the opportunity to meet with 30 employers from the transportation, retail, military, education, and manufacturing industries. WIB representatives were on-hand to offer application and resume assistance. “During the recession I took any job I could get,” said San Bernardino resident Art H. “Today I’m hoping to see if there are other opportunities that could lead to a career.” That sentiment was echoed by one-third of the job seekers in attendance, indicating the economic upturn of the county’s workforce that is striving to make advancements in their careers. This is the first job fair that Assemblyman Steinorth has hosted and expressed his intent was to provide the local workforce with opportunities in the region. “My main focus is to bring as much attention to the community I represent and to bring resources available to help the community thrive,” Steinorth remarked. “If I can’t help the middle class families and businesses as a region, then I’m not doing my job.” According to Workforce Development Deputy Director Miguel McQueen, job fairs are beneficial to job seekers by bringing employers from across industry sectors to converge at one location. “Where else does it happen that over twenty-five percent of job seekers obtained an interview within a week of a job fair?” McQueen asked rhetorically. “Job seekers have a one-in-four chance to make a connection with an employer and make that face-to-face first impression.” Michael Kors was just one example of an employer scheduling interviews during the fair, and by the conclusion of the event there were eight people lined up for interviews within the week. The process of organizing and delivering successful job fairs is a concerted effort between public and private sectors united by the resounding goal of strengthening the local workforce through employment opportunities. WIB Ex-
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Senator Mike Morrell Holds Annual 2015 Women of Distinction Ceremony and Dinner
Courtesy Photo Laura Morales was one of 44 women recently honored during Senator Mike Morrell’s Annual Women of Distinction Ceremony. This event highlights the work of 44 women from throughout the 23rd Senate District who make a positive difference in their communities. Morales is the Regional Public Affairs Manager with the League of California Cities and she stated, “It was an honor to be recognized as a finalist for the 2015 women of distinction award amongst so many amazing women in the Inland Empire. Although I volunteer and work towards helping many causes and others and don't need a recognition for any of it because we "work for a cause not for applause" it is nice to see all of our hard work in the community recognized. After all giving and helping others is really what life is all about.
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San Bernardino County to receive $10M for active transportation project upgrades
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Southern California Association of Governments recently launched the “Go Human” campaign, which promotes safe walking and bicycling while reminding drivers to pay attention to pedestrians. Billboards can be seen throughout Inland Empire freeways.
The California Transportation Commission has approved more than $10 million in funding in support of active transportation projects in the county, providing a boost in bicycle and pedestrian safety programs.
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he California Transportation Commission has approved more than $10 million in funding to support six active transportation projects in San Bernardino County, providing a major boost for local bicycle and pedestrian safety programs, officials announced Oct. 23. A regional connector project that includes bikeways and walkways between Highland and Redlands will receive more than $3.6 million and is among 34 active transportation projects in Southern California that were approved for funding, according to a news release. Five other projects in San Bernardino County also were approved for funding – part of a competitive process administered by Caltrans, the Southern California Association of Governments and local transportation agencies, including the San Bernardino Associated Governments. The six-county Southern California Association of Governments accounts for nearly $83.9 million of the $180 million in active transportation funds approved statewide, the statement said. “The Highland/Redlands Regional Connector is a great example of how active transportation is changing our communities for the better,” said Larry McCallon, mayor of Highland and past president of SCAG, in the news release. “The bikeways and walkways will provide active, healthy and safe alternatives to motorized transportation for residents, commuters and students, with connectors to four schools and the Santa
Ana River Trail.” The local projects approved for funding include San Bernardino's Safe Route to School programs, which received $2.15 million and Rialto received $629,000 for improvements to the Etiwanda Corridor. Yucca Valley Elementary School also received $1.02 million for its Safe Routes to School program. Big Bear Lake received $1.5 million for improvements to pedestrian and bicycle lanes on Big Bear Boulevard, while Hesperia received $1.2 million for the improvements along the Willow Street shared-use paseo. The state’s Active Transportation Program is designed to support projects that improve active transportation safety. An average of 38 pedestrians or bicyclists are injured or killed every day in the SCAG region, the agency said in the statement. SCAG previously received $2.3 million in Active Transportation Program funds for its recently launched “Go Human” campaign, which promotes safe walking and bicycling while reminding drivers to pay attention to pedestrians and
bicyclists. “Go Human” was developed in collaboration with pubhealth and county lic transportation commissions throughout the region. Locally, billboards reading “It’s not just a sign” can be seen along major freeways including heading toward Rialto along the I-10. The billboards display a girl with a backpack in front of a yellow traffic sign urging drivers to look for her before they turn. Go Human also aims at reducing traffic collisions and driver awareness along with encouraging the use of human-powered transportation for a healthier life. Active transportation is credited with reducing traffic congestion, greenhouse gas emissions, and chronic disease. According to the Centers for Disease Control, incorporating 30 minutes of physical activity into everyday routines significantly reduces the risk among adults of diabetes, heart disease, stroke, and cancer, according to the statement. “Active transportation provides long-lasting benefits in terms of health, safety and the sustainability of our communities, and is an es-
sential element of our region’s long-term mobility plans,” said Hasan Ikhrata, Executive Director of SCAG, in the news release. “Providing safe, non-motorized transportation alternatives is a
growing priority for communities throughout our six counties, and we applaud the Transportation Commission and local transportation authorities for helping to make these projects a reality.”
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Words to Think About: Football and My Favorites
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am a football fanatic. I watch games and cheer for special teams. My favorite high school teams: Citrus Valley and San Gorgonio. My favorite college teams: Ohio State and Stanford. My favorite NFL teams: Patriots and Green Bay. I particularly like certain players, especially quarterbacks: Tom Brady, Drew Brees and Aaron Rodgers are my favorites. I also like Connor Alfred Barwin of the Philadelphia Eagles. He is an outstanding player but also has a strong social conscience.
He is 29 years old, 6 feet 4 inches tall and weighs 260 pounds. Born on October 15, 1986, he has three older brothers. He was raised in suburban Detroit, Michigan. He attended the University of Detroit Jesuit High School. As a senior he was chosen an All-state football and basketball player. This was not easy since he was born deaf, and only after numerous surgeries can he hear in one ear and slightly in the other. He credits his loving parents, his three older sibling brothers and his coaches for his success. Barwin played college ball at the University of Cincinnati, Ohio. In both football and basketball he became an All American. In 2009 he was drafted by the Houston Texans in the second round. In 2013 Barwin was signed by the Eagles to a six year, 30 million dollar contract. He joined three other former college teammates. Back to his social conscience. While visiting a poverty stricken area of Philadelphia he was challenged to do something about it. First, his Foundation built a state of the art basketball court and hired a director to supervise games and tournament. In addition, facilities were built
where seniors could meet to talk and play games like cards, dominoes, chess and checkers. Finally, a playground for children was established with supervising help. Incidentally, Barwin’s social concern is also reflected in his environmental concerns. He always rides a bike to work instead of a car or he rides the subway. Keep going Connor Barwin. A change of emphasis, but still about football. It’s about the two biggest turnarounds in college football history. The first happened on November 29, 2013 between Alabama, # 1 in the country, and Auburn, # 4. It is always a bitter rivalry. They are the two strongest teams in the State of Alabama. It is called the Iron Bowl. The score was 28-28 with one second remaining. The ball was on the 38 yard line. Alabama lined up for a game winning field goal. It was a 57 yard kick by Alabama, from a back-up kicker-Adam Griffith. It fell short and was caught by the Auburn player, Chris Davis. Nick Sabin, the Alabama coach, had placed 400 pound players to With no time left on the clock, Davis started running to his left. The big linemen were not used to tackling and could not catch him. He ran over 100 yards for the winning touchdown; 34-28.
Talk about cheers and excitement. The Auburn fans were unbelievable. The other game was on Saturday, October 10, 2015. The game was between Michigan and Michigan State. The stadium was the largest in the U.S.A. With only ten seconds remaining in the game, Coach Harbaugh ordered a punt. The kicker fumbled the ball and instead of falling on it, he tried to pick it up. He fumbled it again. Jaden Watts-Jackson of
Michigan State picked it up and lumbered for the winning touchdown: MSU had trailed the entire game and were behind two points, but won by four. Both losing coaches congratulated the winning teams. They both expressed similar thoughts about losing. “The unexpected is always a part of the game of course. I feel bad about losing, but I feel worse for my team.” Well spoken, gentlemen. Amen. Selah. So be it.
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STEMapalooza provides students with insight on exciting, promising careers
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Rialto High School junior Jonathan Lopez, 16, having fun with a remote control robot during STEMapalooza on Oct. 23.
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rthopedic Physician Dean Townsend stared into the eyes of at least one-hundred middle school and high school students during the opening panel of San Bernardino Valley College’s STEMapalooza event on October 23. He quickly reminded these teenagers the difference between having a job and a career. “I want you to understand that where I come from is where you all are sitting,” he said. “I don’t go to work, I get paid to live. My job is fun and I don’t dread any of it. I urge you to find your passion because you will then get paid to live your life.” Both men and women working in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) occupations told stories of adversity, provided vital information about college readiness and career pathways, and explained the importance of STEM’s influence on the local economy to about 700 students stemming from nine school districts across San Bernardino County during the conference. Many of the young men and women sat through workshops and were exposed to 30 unique STEM exhibits. “Everything is attainable if you work hard,” said Valley College STEM Program Director Marc Donhauser said to the students. “Don’t let fear get in your way.” According to the U.S. Department of Education only 16-percent of students perform well in math courses or have any interest in STEM career fields. Hence the government’s 2010 decision to make it a priority to recruit, prepare, and retain approximately 100,000 new math and science teachers within a decade. It has spurred initiatives throughout the County, such as the Cradle to Career program that identifies milestones academic and career readiness. The Bureau of Labor reports that the growing field’s occupations are projected to grow to more than 9 million by 2022. Additionally, the National Math + Science Initiative estimates that by 2018, 63-percent of all jobs in the U.S. economy will require postsecondary education and 92-percent of traditional STEM jobs will be obtained by individuals with at least some postsecondary
education and training. County, businesses, government agencies, educational institutions, and community leaders are promoting STEM opportunities for students through the Alliance for Education—a coalition that is dedicated to prepare today’s youth for successful STEM careers with the ultimate goal of influencing local businesses to hire San Bernardino graduates. The County STEMapalooza is only one outcome of this partnership. Valley College Mathematics professor Michael Mayne said STEMapalooza events help students understand their intellectual capabilities to maximize on the educational and career opportunities that are available. “We brought these people here Today because they are just like
you,” Mayne said. “They have gone through the same things you have gone through. We see great promise for the future and we believe you could accomplish great things.” Rialto High School junior Jonathan Lopez, 16, said STEMapalooza made him aware of the various STEM programs offered at Valley College. He expressed interest in possibly enrolling at the campus after graduation. “It was a great learning experience,” he said. “There’s a lot of great programs here that revolve around my desired career (Mechanical Engineering). I’m looking into several colleges and universities, and as a result of this event, now Valley has become one of my choices.”
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San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools Nutrition Educator Jeri Mobley speaking to young girls about the nutritional value of beverages during STEMapalooza, which took place at San Bernardino Valley College on Oct. 23. Approximately 700 students from across San Bernardino County attended.
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Families explore nocturnal wonderland at Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden
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aptors and wolves and spiders, Oh My!
With the moon illuminating the night sky and flashlights guiding the way, hundreds of families trekked the trails at Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden in Claremont over the weekend to find out about all “Things That Go Bump in the Night.” The annual program, held over two nights on Oct. 23 and 24, encouraged families to investigate the many noises heard at night — in their very own backyard, that is. From the hoots of owls to the scuffling of opossums, explorers iecn photo/yazmin alvarez young and old braved the journey a group of Girl Scouts dig in to find worms and caterpillars of all throughout several stops set up sorts during rancho Santa ana Botanic Garden’s annual “things around the garden for a hands-on that go bump in the night” event,” an educational tour around the learning experience about nocturnal life and its wonder. garden teaching families about nocturnal plants and animals. Many guests chose to get upclose-and-personal with tarantulas at Spider Central held at the California Cultivar Garden, while others chose a path of greener pastures checking out carnivorous and poisonous plants native to the area at the California Container Garden. The event also helped guests become familiar with the garden since it is located on 86 acres. And what wildlife path wouldn’t be complete without slithery serpents. Live snakes were also onhand such as the California Rosy Boa, which can be found in the San Bernardino mountain-areas. “Tonight is all about education,” said Anne Scott-Putney, director of development at the botanic garden. iecn photo/yazmin alvarez While creepy critters, live owls raptors, including a young owl were featured oct. 23 and 24 at and even a live parasitic insect “things that go Bump in the night” at rancho Santa ana Botanic show with young bug actors from Garden.
Lincoln Elementary Students Take Home Free Fruits and Vegetables as Part of New Program
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incoln Elementary School students will get more fruits and vegetables in their diet as part of a new Feeding America initiative that provides free fresh produce to needy families. The Kids Produce Market (KPM) kicks off on Wednesday November 4 at 3:30 p.m. with the distribution of over 15,000 pounds of fresh fruits and vegetables. “Students will have an opportunity to select the produce they want to take home. They will also receive information about healthy ways to cook the fruits and vegetables,” said Stuart Haniff, Chief Philanthropy Officer for Feeding America Riverside | San Bernardino (FARSB). The Kids Produce Market is in place at six additional schools in neighboring Riverside County, and 5,600 students receive the free produce every month that school is in session. Feeding America is looking for local growers willing to participate in the KPM by donating one kind of fruit or vegetable, enough for each student, for distribution or sampling produce to the children
during distribution. For more information about the Kids Produce Market or Feeding America, contact Vanessa RangelMercado at (951) 359-4757,
ext.115. For more information about the Wednesday, November 4 produce distribution at Lincoln Elementary, please call Communications at (909) 381-1250.
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ambassador wolves from project Wildsong were among the many highlights at rancho Santa ana Botanic Garden’s annual “things that go bump in the night” event,” an educational tour around the garden teaching families about nocturnal plants and animals. Families were able to interact with the animals and pet the friendly wolves.
the audience helped draw in crowds at the event, among the biggest highlight over the weekend was ‘Kimmi Kraus and her pack of ambassador wolves from Project Wildsong. The group drew in fans for a chance to interact with and pet the friendly wolves, along with an educational component in hopes of raising awareness about the four-legged wildlife native. Putney said since the region is filled with animals, insects and plants of all sorts, the aim is to ed-
ucate residents far and wide and of all ages of things that are native to the area. “Whether you live five minutes from here or 25-minutes from here, there’s bound to be a native creature or plant from the region,” Putney said. Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden is the largest botanic garden dedicated to California native plants. To learn more about the nonprofit and its upcoming events, visit www.rsabg.org.