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Artist John Edward Svenson has spent more than six decades crafting everything from small, intimate wood carvings to publicly commissioned pieces on a monumental scale. Catch his latest masterpiece UNLIKELY HOME PAINTING TIPS MEXICAN DINERS at the L.A. County Fair.
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FOR A HEISMAN Legendary player leaves a legacy at his alma mater
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FROM THE PROS Bold colors will bring any room to life
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EVENTS Get ready for the rodeo 10 CAN’T MISS Inland Empire’s best bets 12
LIVE MUSIC Entertainers at the L.A. County Fair 19
SPORTS Local prep football players, teams to watch 26 HOME Sharing space — a place for fans and family 31 LANDMARKS Padua Hills Theatre is a real treasure 36 SENIORS Better eating, better living 40 HEALTH Prevent heart attacks 44 wine Gino L. Filippi savors collecting corks and labels 52 carla sanders She’s loco for Mexican cuisine 66
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Letters From readers 8
ARTS & CULTURE Calendar of events 12
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eptember. List time for students and parents. What do you need? When are you going? When do classes start? Some textbooks, printer paper. Underwear. A case of Diet Coke. Tuition. Spiral notebooks. Not much, really. A few weeks, rush starts before classes. The high schooler chimes in. TV for my bedroom? Laptop? Driver’s license? (Car implied.) Disapproving frown from parental unit. Are you looking forward to going back to school?, we ask. Ahem. Generalized squirming. “Well, not really.” At least honesty has its virtues. At the change of every season, if you are lucky, there’s a dance in the house: weighing options, supporting future hopes, challenging ambitions and generally encouraging good intentions and better deeds. Wouldn’t it be great if we all still had our parents to do those things? Now, we are the ones who fix the sinks, drop off the cars, pay the bills, console and commend, direct and correct. The labors of love know no bounds and have no expiration date. With that in mind, we look to the fall as a moment to share new beginnings and new community. In this issue we pay tribute to an incredible football player who walked into his old school one day and left behind a legacy. We engage the family-fan challenge of decor in the den, and we look ahead to the coming high school football season. Out in the community, we catch up with San Bernardino County Sheriff’s officers who are working hard once again
(and on their own time) to host a pro rodeo that raises money for youth groups and nonprofits. We spend time with John Edward Svenson, local sculptor and treasure. (You’ll recognize his work.) We walk among the oaks at the Padua Hills Theatre, and we taste the recipes passed down through generations at local Mexican restaurants. And through our nonprofit profile, we catch up with the workings of the Salvation Army, whose slogan we could all adopt: Doing the most good. (Take note — there are some real needs out there). So this September, what are your wishes for the season? We think we can guess a few. What will UCLA’s Rick Neuheisel, USC’s Lane Kiffin and a lot of local coaches be asking for? Eight wins — at least. What will parents be asking for? Jobs and well-adjusted, responsible children. And what will I be asking for? Another sweet tomato off the vine, more squash and a cool, quiet evening. At the end of the day, it’s always the same: you reap what you sow. I hope you enjoy a comfortably warm September and as always, Inland Living.
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The Baby Boom generation has always been a generation that has challenged the way society views life. From the free love of the ’60s, to the women’s movement of the ’70s, we have set the standard for change. Now that many of us are in our 50s and 60s, we are challenging the concept of what it means to grow older. We are finding that society has a set idea of what a 50- or 60-year-old should look like. For example, it seems that at age 54, I should be overweight on medication and/or walking with a cane, an image that has not changed in the last 50 years. While that may be the reality for some, for many baby boomers like myself, that image does not fit. Still, society expects those individuals born between 1946 and 1964 to not distort the image that they have held for years, but go quietly into the golden years like they are suppose to do. That is where they are wrong — our generation is a generation of change. Today, we are reinventing what it means to grow older. Take a closer look at the baby boomers and you will see that we don’t intend to be defined by past restrictions or stigmas. We are more active and healthier than past generations. Some of us even look
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Capt. Joe Cusimano is part of a team of San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department volunteers who put on the annual PRCA Pro Rodeo to raise funds for local youth organizations and nonprofits. At left, Sheriff’s Deputy Chief John McMahon and Cusimano share a ride.
San Bernardino County. It started in 11th annual PRCA Pro Rodeo 1957 when Frank Bland was sheriff, 2555 Glen Helen Parkway, and it was held annually for San Bernardino Sept. 24-26, with a barbecue 17 years. After many years without Sept. 23 to recognize the sponsors the rodeo, former Sheriffs Gary $15, free for children 6 and Penrod and Floyd Tidwell and others younger. Purchase tickets from worked to bring it back in 1999. local youth groups, businesses, at the gate, or at San Bernardino On Saturday and Sunday, two County Sheriff’s stations. hours before the regular rodeo www.sheriffsrodeo.org, performance begins, local disabled www.prorodeo.com 909-473-0699 children enjoy their own Challenged Children’s Rodeo. They will learn roping, how to ride a horse and participate in other events, with help from the cowboys and deputies, and sometimes, the sheriff himself. Said Hoops, “It’s a moving event.”
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‘ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO’S NEST’ SEPT. 10-OCT. 2 – At a state mental hospital, nurse Ratched and Randle P. McMurphy are each other’s worst enemy: an authority figure who equates sanity with correct behavior, and a misfit who is charismatic enough to dismantle the system by living as he pleases. Seventh Street Theatre, 13123 Seventh St., Chino; 909-590-1149, www.chinocommunitytheatre.org. Also: “A Christmas Story,” Dec. 3-17.
PRO SKATEBOARDING SEPT. 11 – The Street League Skateboarding DC Pro Tour. Citizens Business Bank Arena, 4000 Ontario Center Parkway, Ontario; 8 p.m.; $69.50-$200; 909-484-2020, www.cbbankarena.com. Also: Professional Bull Riding, Aug. 28-29; Make a Difference tour featuring TobyMac, Michael W. Smith and Third Day, Oct. 16; Los Angeles Lakers vs. Golden State Warriors, Oct. 22; Ontario Reign vs. Stockton Thunder, Oct. 23; Justin Bieber, Oct. 24; Andre Rieu, Dec. 2.
ROUTE 66 RENDEZVOUS annual Stater Bros. Route 66 Rendezvous, a showcase of classic cars, cruises, burn-out competitions, neon lights contests, concer ts and more. Downtown San Bernardino; 6-10 p.m. Sept. 16-17, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sept. 18, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 19; 909-388-2934, www.route-66.org. SEPT. 16-19 – 21st
BOB SAGET SEPT. 24 – Stand-up
comedy performance by the actorcomedian best known for “Full House” and “America’s Funniest Home Videos.” California Theatre of the Performing Ar ts, 562 W. Four th St., San Bernardino; 909-885-5152, www.californiatheatre.net. Also: Frankie Avalon, Sept. 18; Mercy Me, Sept. 26; Three Dog Night, Oct. 2; “The Hunchback of Notre Dame,” Oct. 3; Blood, Sweat & Tears, Oct. 10; Penn & Teller, Oct. 15; “Amadeus,” Oct. 22-24; Mannheim Steamroller, Oct. 28-29; Company B (music of the 1940s), Oct. 30; The Rippingtons, Nov. 6; Rita Coolidge Christmas, Dec. 18.
FILM FESTIVAL SEPT. 17-19 – 11th annual Big Bear Lake International Film Festival, with screenings, awards presentations, panel discussions and other activities. Performing Ar ts Center, 39707 Big Bear Blvd., Big Bear Lake; Village Theatre Nor th, 602 Pine Knot Ave., Big Bear Lake; Nor thwoods Resor t, 40650 Village Drive, Big Bear Lake; 909-866-3433, www.bigbearlakefilmfestival.com.
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RANCHO CUCAMONGA QUAKES THROUGH SEPT. 2 – Single A minor league baseball club, which is an affiliate of the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim. Promotional nights include fireworks on Aug. 28 and Sept. 2. The Epicenter, 8408 Rochester Ave., Rancho Cucamonga; $8-$12; 909-481-5000, www.rcquakes.com. ‘PURSUED A JONAH STORY’ THROUGH SEPT. 19 – A take on the story about Jonah and the whale. LifeHouse Theater, 1135 N. Church St., Redlands; 7:30 p.m. Fridays, 2:15 and 7:30 p.m. Saturdays, 2:15 p.m. Sundays; $7-$18; 909-335-3037, www.lifehousetheater.com. Also: “Little Women,” Oct. 2-24; “Revelation,” Nov. 6-21.
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‘AH LEON’ THROUGH SEPT. 25 – “Memories
of Elementary School” and “The Spirit of Yixing Tea Ware.” American Museum of Ceramic Ar t, 340 S. Garey Ave., Pomona; noon to 5 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday, until 9 p.m. on Second Saturday; 909-865-3146, www.ceramicmuseum.org. ‘EVEN BETTER THAN THE REAL THING’ THROUGH SEPT. 25 – See common things in an unfamiliar or strange way in order to enhance perception of the familiar by making the everyday uncanny. Exhibit curated by Jennifer Frias. Wignall Museum, Chaffey College, 5855 Haven Ave., Rancho Cucamonga; 10 a.m. to
4 p.m. Monday-Thursday, noon to 4 p.m. Saturday; free; www.chaffey.edu/wignall. ‘ONTARIO INVITATIONAL ART EXHIBITION’ THROUGH SEPT. 26 – A rich example of the region’s contemporary ar t. Museum of History and Ar t, 225 S. Euclid Ave., Ontario; noon to 4 p.m. Thursdays-Sundays; free; 909-395-2510. Also: “Telling What We See,” storytelling with ar t on exhibit with teaching ar tist Angela Lloyd, Sept. 19; “Gem of the Foothills,” ongoing. ‘WILL ROGERS FOLLIES’ THROUGH SEPT. 26 – Danny Michaels reprises his performance as America’s favorite son
during Rogers’ Ziegfeld Follies days. Candlelight Pavilion Dinner Theatre, 455 W. Foothill Blvd., Claremont; 909-626-1254, www.candlelightpavilion.com. Also: Silver Jubilee, Oct. 1-3; “Annie,” Oct. 8-Nov. 21; “Return to Sin City: Big Band Nights 2010,” Oct. 22-Dec. 31; “Christmas Memories,” Nov. 26-Dec. 26.
of authentic “Star Trek” ar tifacts and information ever put on public display. “Star Trek” is at the Metropolitan Showcase, 3800 Main St. (at University Avenue). Other exhibits are at the Metropolitan Museum, 3580 Mission Inn Ave.; 951-826-5273, www.riversideca.gov/museum.
‘THE LITTLE MERMAID’ AUG. 28, SEPT. 4 – Visit Ariel’s undersea world as she falls in love with a human prince and makes a deal with the evil Sea-Witch. The Grove Theatre, 276 E. Ninth St., Upland; 2 p.m.; $10 adults, $8 children; 909-920-4343, www.grovetheatre.com.
‘MICKEY THOMPSON’ THROUGH OCT. 3 – Exhibit dedicated to the first American to drive 400 mph. Wally Parks NHRA Motorspor ts Museum, Fairplex, 1101 W. McKinley Ave., Pomona; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesdays through Sunday; 909-622-2133, museum.nhra.com.
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‘WHEN WORDS BECOME FORMS’ AUG. 31-DEC. 19 – New paintings and a new large scale installation created specifically for the museum by Steve Roden. Pomona College Museum of Ar t, 330 N. College Way, Claremont; 909-621-8283, www.pomona.edu/museum. Also: “Project Series 41: Ginny Bishton,” Aug. 31-Oct. 17.
‘GENERATIONS OF SYMBOLS’ THROUGH OCT. 17 – Exhibit featuring more than 100 Morongo Band of Mission Indian baskets, which reflect several Southern California basketry traditions. San Bernardino County Museum, 2024 N. Orange Tree Lane, Redlands; 909-307-2669, www.sbcountymuseum.org. ‘STAR TREK THE EXHIBITION’ THROUGH FEB. 28 – Experience Gene Roddenberry’s vision of the future through an exhibit that features the largest collection
DON MCLEAN – McLean’s famous composition, “American Pie,” was one of the top five songs of the century, according to a 2001 survey by Recording Industry Association of America and the National Endowment for the Ar ts. Fox Performing Ar ts Center, 3801 Mission Inn Ave., Riverside; 7:30 p.m.; 951-788-3944, www.foxriversidelive.com. Also: Lalah Hathaway, Sept. 11; Dennis Miller, Sept. 17; “Rain: A Tribute to the Beatles,” Sept. 24-26; UB40, Oct 1; Sarah Chang, Oct. 14; Riverside County Philharmonic, Oct. 16; “The Color Purple,” Oct. 29-31. AUG. 27
APPLE SEASON SEPTEMBER-OCTOBER – Visit orchards, taste fresh apples and cider, enjoy hot apple pie at one of the several family restaurants, feed the animals in the animal parks, or browse through some of the many specialty shops. At Riley’s Apple Farm, for instance, several apple varieties are available in September and October for picking. Among them: Jonathan, McIntosh, Red Delicious and Spar tan. Oak Glen, east of Yucaipa and nor th of Beaumont, off Interstate 10; 909-797-6833, www.oakglen.net.
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– L.A. County Fair, Sept. 4-Oct. 3; Prolong Twilight Cruise, Oct. 6; Lucas Oil Off-Road Expo, Oct. 9-10; Nightmare at Scareview Farms, Oct. 14-31; 58th annual California RV Show, Oct. 16-25; Computer Fair, Oct. 16-17; Pomona Auto Swap Meet, Oct. 17. Fairplex, 1101 W. McKinley Ave., Pomona; www.fairplex.com. SEPTEMBER-OCTOBER
THE GLASS HOUSE SEPTEMBER-OCTOBER – Men, Sept. 1; Tyrone Wells, Sept. 2; Youth Brigade, Sept. 4; Ariel Pink, Sept. 11; Autolux, Sept. 17; Nekromantix, Sept. 18; The Dir ty Projectors, Sept. 23; Ratatat, Sept. 24; The Drums, Sept. 28; Rufio, Oct. 1; 2Mex, Oct. 5; The National, Oct. 16; Ra Ra Riot, Oct. 19; The Temper Trap, Oct. 22; Azure Ray, Oct. 23. The Glass House, 200 W. Second St., Pomona; www.theglasshouse.us. THE IMPROV SEPTEMBER-OCTOBER – Gabriel Iglesias, Aug. 26-Sept. 5; Contagious Comedy with B1, Sept. 7; Top Secret Comedy, Sept. 8; Craig Shoemaker, Sept. 9-12; Theo & Friends Invade the I.E., Sept. 14; The Dir ty Show with Cory & Chad, Sept. 15 and Oct. 20; Ralphie May, Sept. 16-19; Geoff Keith, Sept. 22; Rex Navarrete, Sept. 23-26; I.E. Comedy Bash, Sept. 28; Spicy Latino Night, Sept. 29 and Oct. 27; Nick Cannon, Sept. 30-Oct. 2. The Improv, 4555 Mills Circle, Ontario; 909-484-5411, www.ontarioimprov.com.
LATIN LEGENDS – Malo, Tierra and El Chicano in concer t. Pechanga Resor t & Casino, 45000 Pechanga Parkway, near Temecula; 8 p.m.; $85-$120; 877-711-2946, www.pechanga.com. Also: Doobie Brothers, Sept. 10; Colbie Caillat, Sept. 12; George Lopez, Sept. 16-17; Foreigner, Sept. 24; Kathy Griffin, Sept. 25.
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PEPE AGUILAR SEPT. 2 – A multi-platinum singer-songwriter who has garnered more awards than any other ar tist in the history of regional Mexican music. San Manuel Indian Bingo & Casino, 777 San Manuel Blvd., Highland; doors open at 6:30 p.m.; $50-$70; 800-359-2464, www.sanmanuel.com. Also: “Paris by Night,” Sept. 9; Gloria Estefan, Oct. 14. LEWIS FAMILY PLAYHOUSE SEPTEMBER-OCTOBER – Loverboy, Sept. 11; Mariachi Divas, Sept. 18; Bob Hope Road Show, Sept. 19; “Lilly’s Purple Plastic Purse,” Oct. 2-17; Capitol Steps, Oct. 23; King Michael, Oct. 29. Lewis Family Playhouse, 12505 Cultural Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga; 909-477-2752, www.lewisfamilyplayhouse.com. MELISSA ETHERIDGE SEPT. 1 – The Grammy-winning rock singer-songwriter is in
CELTIC WOMAN – Agua Caliente Casino Resor t Spa, 32-250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage; 8 p.m.; $40-$80; 888-999-1995, www.hotwatercasino.com. Also: The Beach Boys, Sept. 11; Deser t Benefit, Sept. 16; Sheryl Crow, Sept. 18.
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– A Beatles tribute, covering the Fab Four from the earliest days through the psychedelic late ’60s and their long-haired hippie, hard-rocking rooftop days. Fox Performing Ar ts Center, 3801 Mission Inn Ave., Riverside; 951-788-3944; www.broadwayinriverside.com.
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SHERIFF’S RODEO – San Bernardino County Sheriff ’s PRCA Rodeo, with family enter tainment, food, vendors and a dance following the Friday and Saturday rodeo. Glen Helen Regional Park, Devore; $15, free for ages 6 and younger; 909-795-0268, www.sheriffsrodeo.org. Story on page 10.
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DANCING UNDER A CRESCENT MOON SEPT. 11 – An evening of live music featuring Renee Rojonaro, dinner, dancing and silent auction in the Gardens. Kimberly Crest House & Gardens, 1325 Prospect Drive, Redlands; 6-11 p.m.; $100; 909-792-2111, www.kimberlycrest.org. PATTI LABELLE SEPT. 11 – The Grammy-winning R&B and soul singer-songwriter is in concer t. Primm Valley Casino Resor ts, Interstate 15 at the California/Nevada state line; 8 p.m.; $43.95-$60.45; 800-745-3000, www.primmvalleyresor ts.com. Also: John Michael Montgomery, Sept. 25.
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profile | john edward svenson By GINO L. FILIPPI
Taki ng shape Beauty, form & passion John Edward Svenson at his studio in Upland Photo by Thomas R. Cordova
J
ohn Edward Svenson is an artist. And for more than 60 years he has been creating sculpture that reflects his passionate interest in natural structure and the laws of form. His love of nature and mastery of his materials is evident throughout his large body of work, which ranges from small, intimate wood carvings to publicly commissioned pieces on a monumental scale. Svenson is nearing completion of a 12-foot octopus carving displayed at the Millard Sheets Center for the Arts at the L.A. County Fair. At his studio adjacent to his San Antonio Heights home, I found him walking the garden with a bamboo-like staff stick in hand. “A staff has certain authority around the world. When I rap twice that means you may speak,” he said with a smile as we shook hands.
His 87-year-old hands are rugged and at times sore from his craft. “My thumb is worn out as is my foot. I’m banging with my right hand with a wood mallet and steel chisel, usually banging my thumb,” he explained. “I’m using wood-carving tools that I’ve had for many years, and all the tools that belonged to Albert Stewart were given to me. Sure my hands hurt, but as long as I can peck away at it I’m OK. I do the best I can.” (Stewart was a well-known sculptor who taught at Scripps College in Claremont.) The most complicated thing for any sculptor is symmetry, he says. It’s a challenge in his current project, the octopus, which is taking shape as he crafts it from piece of redwood that is over 2,500 years old. “When you look at the end grain on this, I can see the radius, so I can see the size of the tree. In this case the tree was approximately 18 feet in diameter. “It came from a coastal area in northern California many years ago. ... It’s low relief — like a painter trying to show great depth on a flat surface. “To do an eightarmed animal, in four inches of wood, you have a situation where you are coming and fading out with flowing tentacles — it’s a little art deco,” Svenson said. “I’m designing it so he’s looking square at you no matter where you might view him from in the room. I’m noted for doing Photo by Robert Taylor Sacagawea, 1980 relief sculpture,” he added. Svenson’s son, David, says his father has spent a lifetime observing nature. “The relationship of space to the objects within it has intrigued him throughout his life: how a bird flies, how a fish swims, or how a tree grows. These are things we all could notice, but few people take the time to closely observe or understand. Svenson carves the 25-foot Ranchero statue at the L.A. County Fair in 1953.
Photo by Thomas R. Cordova
“His fascination with form evolved from a curious spirit and a childhood nurtured by love, openness and the space to explore,” David said. Tony Sheets is the 2010 exhibit director of the Millard Sheets Center of the Arts and longtime friend of Svenson. “My first memories of John Svenson are of watching him carving the 25-foot-tall Ranchero sculpture at the L.A. County Fair in Pomona. “My father, Millard Sheets was the exhibit director there in the fine arts gallery, which is now named after him. He and John were close friends, and John created many sculptures for the buildings in collaboration with dad,” Sheets said. “John was also one of the motivating forces for my becoming a sculptor. He and Albert Stewart were mentors in my early years as a budding artist. It is a wonderful reacquainting to be working with John once again in the Millard Sheets Center at the Fair where we first met, where I am now the exhibit director. Full circle and still revolving around what we love,” he added. Why fish and animals? John Svenson’s answer is simple. “Well what could be more beautiful
The dolphins that graced the fountain at the RitzCarlton Laguna Niguel also were created by Svenson.
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in the world? People ask, ‘What are you interested in?’ and I say, ‘Look at the beautiful things in the world, look at animals, fish and birds. You don’t need to do disgusting things,’ ” he said. “I do portraits. I also do historically related things, so I’m historically recording facts with different projects. I’m researching the person, the background and going ahead and doing my rendition. Diversity is what I’ve been known for,” Svenson adds. His mentors? “Albert Stewart and Paul Manship, the American art deco sculptor of New York, and Millard Sheets, of course. The thing about Millard was, he brought all of these
wonderful artists to Scripps College from back East. The great artists of the country came to Claremont and this became the focal point for art,” Svenson said. (Manship was the artist who created among other public works, the famous 1934 Prometheus sculpture at Rockefeller Center in New York City.) Svenson’s life journey could be perceived as a spiritual quest, but he does not come across as a spiritual man, at least not on the surface. “He has a spirituality that is related to observation of all that is: the essential rhythms and patterns of the natural world as well as the works of artists who have been able to capture that essence,” says his son, David. “Although he learned much about aesthetic and creative ideas from his time studying at the Claremont Colleges and working with its community of artists, he is most comfortable with people who also work with their hands, including those with whom he would work to fabricate his sculpture. These included airplane and hotrod builders, concrete contractors, fiberglass fabricators, and industrial bronze and iron foundries,” he added. “While his aesthetic ideas may sometimes separate him from the mainstream, my dad remains a genuine working-class, blue-collar American.”
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C “Exploring Form, John Edward Svenson, An American Sculptor” By David Svenson $45, 145 pages Self published through Perpetua Press Scheduled for release in early September In this beautiful book, Svenson’s son David explores the motivations and thoughts that led his father to create his complex but deeply romantic art — from crafting his own toys as a child in rural California to achieving national acclaim as a sculptor. Svenson has devoted his life to following his own muse, and this book showcases his artistic invention and command in a variety of media. “Exploring Form” is a lavishly illustrated celebration of Svenson’s work and a personal look at the working life and methods of an amazing American artist. John Svenson is scheduled to do Wednesday, Friday and Sunday book signings at the Millard Sheets Gallery at the L.A. County Fair. More information on the book will be available online at www.svensonarts.com. See the work Sculptor John Edward Svenson’s work is on display at several places around the Southland. Public installations include: • Ranchero, sculpture carved at the L.A. County Fair in 1953; still on display in front of the Millard Sheets Center for the Arts at Fairplex, 1101 W. McKinley Ave., Pomona • The George Chaffey Jr. statute, Upland City Hall, 460 N. Euclid Ave., Upland • A four-foot bicentennial bronze medallion of Father Garcés and an Indian guide at the San Bernardino County Museum, 2024 Orange Tree Lane, Redlands • California Song, an outdoor installation in the Foothill Ranch community of the city of Lake Forest, located east of Irvine. The sculpture is near the start of the Borrego Trail, in the 26700 block of Portola Parkway between Alton and Bake parkways.
arnival rides, exhibits, hot music acts and sinfully delicious foods — fried Snickers bars and Twinkies! — are all on tap as the L.A. County Fair returns to Pomona’s Fairplex on Labor Day weekend. Selena Gomez and the Scene, Teena Marie, Darius Rucker, Rick Springfield and Gretchen Wilson are among the concert acts performing during the fair’s 23-day run. There also will be the return of the world championships of freestyle motocross, monster trucks and a demolition derby. Six hundred vendors will be selling everything from electronics to cookware to dirt-absorbing mops, and thoroughbred racing returns for its 72nd season. Besides the fun, food and music, the L.A. County Fair is a learning experience as well. New this year is “Our Body: The Universe Within,” which literally goes under the skin to reveal the mysteries of the human anatomy. The artful and educational display of actual human bodies and organs is appropriate for all ages, and this is the first time “Our Body” is being presented outside of a formal museum setting. Other attractions include giant animatronic dinosaurs in Jurassic Planet, an opportunity to spend time as a swashbuckler in A Pirate’s Live, and a chance to marvel at the talents of trapeze artists and sword swallowers at Esmeralda’s Circus.
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sports | legacy
How Bonita High came to own a
Heisman By CARLA SANDERS
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an Harden remembers the moment well. He was athletic director at Bonita High School in La Verne in the mid-1990s, and one day he received the most amazing phone call from a former Bonita football star.
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West Point’s half back Glenn Davis, at left, won his Heisman Trophy in 1946. It’s now at Bonita High School. trophy photo by THOMAS R. CORDOVA Historic photo from the U.S. MILITARY ACADEMY
â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;He was very insistent this not be publicized. He said he just wanted to give it to us and didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to make a big deal out of it.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;
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Former head coach and athletic director at Bonita High, Dan Harden, recalls the day Glenn Davis walked in with the Heisman tucked under his arm.
Harden, who is now director of But this wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t any former player, it was education at the Fairplex, says Davis did Glenn Davis, who had been a standout at not want any publicity about the donation the school in the early 1940s and had gone to the school, or any notice to the media. on to attend the U.S. Military Academy at â&#x20AC;&#x153;He was very insistent this not be West Point. While there, he had led Army publicized. He said he just wanted to give to a 27-0-1 record, helping the school win it to us and didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to make a big deal two national championships. He was out of it.â&#x20AC;? awarded footballâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s highest individual But, as it turns out, he did want honor, the Heisman Trophy, in 1946. something. As they approached the trophy And, now 50 years later, Davis had case, Davis spied a small, nondescript a request. trophy. As Harden remembers, no one at â&#x20AC;&#x153;Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d called and asked if he could leave the school really knew much about that the Heisman Trophy at the high school,â&#x20AC;? trophy, which also was from the 1940s, recalls Harden, still with a sense of wonder and was given by the La Verne merchants. in his voice. But Davis knew: he had won it. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He So, the next day, Harden met Davis and asked if he could have that trophy,â&#x20AC;? Harden his wife, Yvonne, as they stepped on says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It had meaning to him.â&#x20AC;? And so it campus. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This elderly couple walked up, was that Davis happily left with the smaller and he had the Heisman tucked under his trophy â&#x20AC;&#x201D; and left behind the Heisman, arm, like a football.â&#x20AC;?
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Just like today, sports and movie stars just seemed to wind up together in the 1940s. At right, Davis poses with girlfriend, actress Elizabeth Taylor, at the 1949 Academy Awards. ASSOCIATED PRESS PHOTO
making Bonita one of the few high schools in the country with such an honor in its possession. It was yet another remarkable moment in the life of a man who had led a stellar career as a football player, and who, by all accounts, was extremely humble, gracious and generous. A native of Claremont, Davis attended both Bonita and Cal Poly Pomona before heading east to West Point. He was drafted by the Rams in 1947, the second pick of the first round. His playing days were delayed by a three-year stint in the military, but he joined the team for the 1951 and 1952 seasons. He left football and began a new career in the special events department of the Los Angeles Times, where he remained for more than three decades.
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After three years in the Army, Davis joined the Los Angeles Rams. He is shown here in 1950 with backfield coach Hampton Pool at the team’s Redlands training camp. ASSOCIATED PRESS PHOTO
His accomplishments at Bonita were recognized in 1989, when the school’s stadium was named in his honor. Then, the Heisman arrived in the mid-‘90s. Principal Bob Ketterling has been at the school for 13 years and says the trophy has “an interesting effect on people when they walk by. You don’t expect to see a Heisman. Many people do a double take when they see it, they’re not sure if it’s the real thing.” He says athletic teams have been inspired by it, and through the years it has given the school’s football teams in particular a great sense of pride and inspiration. “It surprises some people that Bonita’s strong athletic traditions go back that far.” Davis’ long life came to an end on March 9, 2005, when he died of prostate cancer at his home in La Quinta, near Palm Springs. He was 80. Among his survivors was his wife, Yvonne Ameche Davis, who interestingly had been the widow of 1954 Heisman winner Alan Ameche when she married Davis. But Glenn Davis’ career and accomplishments have not been forgotten. In 2007, he came in at No. 13 on ESPN’s list of the top 25 players in college football history. Last year, Time magazine named him as one of the Top 10 all time Heisman winners from among its 75 honorees. Today, Davis rests where he spent his glory days, buried in the cemetery at West Point, N.Y. But his life and legacy live on in the halls of Bonita High School, where students daily pass a vivid, silent tribute to a remarkable athlete from nearly 70 years ago who never forgot his alma mater.
As a freshman in 1944, Davis led the nation’s scorers and was named to the Associated Press All-America football team. He weighed in at 175 pounds and was 5 feet 9 inches tall.
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Career highlights In college: At Army, Davis was known as Mr. Outside and fellow Heisman Trophy winner Felix “Doc” Blanchard was Mr. Inside. Army won national titles in 1944 and ’45 and finished second in ’46. On the field: Davis scored 59 touchdowns (43 rushing, 14 receiving and two on punt returns), and rushed for 2,957 yards on 358 carries, an average of 8.26 yards a carry. Notable: Davis and Blanchard starred in 1947’s “The Spirit of West Point.” Davis injured his knee making the movie. In the pros: During a short career with the Rams, Davis led the team in rushing in 1950 when the Rams reached the league title game. Sources: New York Times, Los Angeles Times
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With prominent Inland Empire leagues getting facelifts and changing divisions, the local landscape of high school football has been altered considerably since Upland celebrated its CIF championship last December. Fittingly, the league that the Highlanders are in — the Baseline — might be the one that was most affected by the league and divisional realignments. Baseline goes from the Central Division, where it won two straight CIF titles and added two straight runnersup, to the brutal Inland Division. The league also loses the option of an at-large playoff team with the move — something that would have kept Upland out of the playoffs last year. Add in a stout Glendora squad from the Sierra League to a stacked group that includes Upland, 2008 Central champion Rancho Cucamonga, 2009 runner-up Los Osos and 2009 semifinalist Etiwanda, and the Baseline League
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Ifo Ekpre-Olomu, a standout at both wide receiver and cornerback, will help power Chino Hills in the Sierra League.
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South Hills will join Chino Hills, Ayala, Damien and Claremont to make for a competitive league. Chino Hills, a CIF semifinalist a year ago, is led by wide receiver-defensive back Ifo Ekpre-Olomu, a top 200 recruit according to Rivals.com. Former Sierra power Chino, which has fallen on hard times of late, will be joining crosstown rival Don Lugo in the Mt. Baldy League, where Colony will try to win its fourth league title in five years with new coach Matt Bechtel. Bechtel, the former Los Osos offensive coordinator, takes over for two-time CIFchampionship coach Anthony Rice, who left for Pomona High School in the offseason. The eastern part of San Bernardino County sees a juggling in the two alphadog leagues â&#x20AC;&#x201D; the Citrus Belt and San Andreas â&#x20AC;&#x201D; but the hierarchy of those leagues is expected to remain the same. The CBL, which lost Rialto and Carter to the SAL, likely will be dominated by the Redlands schools once again, as Redlands East Valley looks for its third league championship in four years and a fourth consecutive victory over crosstown Redlands. The Terriers, led by offensive lineman Jordan Smith who has committed to San
Diego State, are looking for their first league title since 2006. Colton, which won its third SAL title since rejoining the league in 2006, is the favorite again despite the retirement of esteemed coach Harold Strauss. Longtime Yellowjacket assistant Rick Bray takes the reigns at Colton, which will likely get the most resistance from 2008 league champion and semifinalist Cajon. Kaiser has ruled the Sunkist League with an iron fist in its short history, only losing one league game in nine seasons. But the Cats will be tested by a steadily improving Summit team that features the countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top recruit in senior quarterback Devon Blackmon. Blackmon is being recruited as a wide receiver and is ranked the No. 41 player in the country according to Rivals.com. He has scholarship offers from all over the Pac-10 and national powers like Florida and Alabama and finished eighth in the state in the 110-meter hurdles. The High Desert also was shuffled a bit, as Oak Hills joins the Mojave River League after a precocious 9-3 record in its inaugural season. It replaces Rim of the World, which goes to the Mountain Valley League along with second-year school Citrus Valley and Jurupa Hills, which opens this fall in Fontana.
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home | decor
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While men may want to claim the “man cave,” today’s family rooms must serve everyone’s needs. But the space can be tailored to subtly serve the fan, too. With leather chairs, tough furniture and lots of storage, any guy can feel at home in the family’s room.
Fan friendly & family friendly
C r e at i n g a r e l a x i n g s p a c e t h at w o r k s f o r e v e r y o n e
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all is a prime time for sports fans as they flock to family rooms to watch their favorite teams compete. But with college and pro football seasons gearing up, Major League Baseball’s World Series just around the corner and sports-only channels offering around-the-clock coverage, what’s the non-fan to do? Can you still keep “family” in the sentence when you talk about the family room? Yes. The den, great room or family room — whatever you call it — can be fan-friendly in a way that still serves everyone in the household. The home may be a man’s castle, but it still can reflect a woman’s style. “It all has to do with the design of the room and function; it’s not just about putting in leather seating,” said Bonnie Martel Buccola, designer and owner of Martel Interiors & Home in Upland. “You can have a very handsome room that guys feel
A signed jersey likely is over the top for today’s fan-friendly family rooms, but a nod to sports — such as these figures recreating a famous Norman Rockwell painting — is more than acceptable.
the pillows and tweed sofa. “There really is a combination of materials from the cherry cabinets to the hickory flooring to the stone fireplace that works for everyone in the house,” Buccola said. The idea is to make the room comfortable and inviting, yet functional for a variety of purposes. “Family rooms today require a tremendous amount of forethought for designers,” said Kelly Ferm, designer and owner of Ferm Design Concepts in Upland. “Not only does a family room focus on family gatherings, but the everyday functions can vary from moment to moment.” The idea is to realize that a family room is a multi-functional space. “Sports fanatics? Yes, I have a dedicated Steelers fan at home, and during the season my husband loves the nostalgia of football season, home cooking and the cooler days,” Ferm said. “This dedicated fan loves to keep the
comfortable in, but one that is still attractive for the woman or women in the house.” That’s the case in the lovely Claremont home of Mike and Linda Oshay. “The room opens up to the kitchen and dining room, really becoming a great room used for many purposes but primarily it’s great for entertaining and gathering,” Buccola said. “For the sports fans, there is a game table and beautiful bistro tables. The theme is sporty, but not overdone. There are sports art pieces, but not framed jerseys. We accomplished the theme too by using, yes, leather chairs and a big-screen television but the design touches really make a difference here.” Those touches include a sturdy wood cocktail table, which is lovely to look at but strong enough to be used, and not afraid to welcome someone propping their feet up on it. The room’s colors are deep taupes and browns with accent pieces and furniture adding color — red in the leather chairs, patterns and texture in
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black and gold memorabilia around him. My recommendation is to keep his sports memorabilia in an area that is pulled out for the actual events. When guys get together, they aren’t focused on the lovely art of floral arrangements, they want to be surrounded by items that signal testosterone.” Find an area in the room that can house those items and then bring them out for a pre-party setup. For a clean, wellmaintained, easy-to-transform space, think functional ornamentation. Allow for areas in compartments to store media equipment, DVDs, remotes, etc. Women do not want to look at this. The furniture surrounding the flat-screen needs to be functional. Build speakers into the ceiling, Ferm suggests. Select furniture that has storage. Seating is crucial and must cater to hours of relaxed — or not so relaxed, depending on the game — time watching the television. The need for tables comes in a close second since most guys want somewhere where they can put their feet up and something that won’t get ruined if a little chips and salsa spills on it. “Additional seating is so important when it comes to entertaining. It is common that a room will need to transform from six to 16 in minutes,” she said. “Coffee tables can be set up to have ottomans stored under the table. When purchasing furniture for a family room, focus on sofas or sectionals that have as much defined seating as possible.” What’s an acceptable room color that pleases everyone? If the woman of the house won’t go for an entire room in Trojan cardinal and gold, what makes sense, mauve? Buccola says neutrals work in every situation, but going a little bit darker, as she did with the Oshay home, is an option. Instead, introduce color with accessories. Changing the family room to accommodate whichever member of the family happens to be using it at the time can, literally, be done with a push of a button with a little planning, according to Steven Folan, owner of Audio and Visual Authority of Rancho Cucamonga.
â&#x20AC;&#x153;The den or family room can be converted to anything you want. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the nice thing about the room,â&#x20AC;? Folan said. Room size can determine exactly what direction a homeowner can take, but one very popular option is installing flat-screen televisions and using projectors, he says. Clients can have giant screens installed in the ceilings or choose to have a custom-built cabinet that holds the screen. â&#x20AC;&#x153;People who want the big venue, whether itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s for sports or movies, can choose what works best for them,â&#x20AC;? Folan said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In our showroom, for example, we have a 52-inch flat-screen television on the wall, but a 106-inch theater screen that comes down over the television. Customers want it all wired for sound and lighting.â&#x20AC;? With everything tied to a remote control, the family room can go from a gathering place to a small theater to a sports-like setting in seconds. Families are enjoying their homes and in the fall, particularly, they think about coming back inside after spending hours outside in the summer.
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When it comes to paint, be bold says an interior designer
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olor transforms a room. It can change a sterile and unwelcome living space into a place where people want to gather and stay. No art degree is necessary. Painting is one of the easiest and least expensive ways to make over a room. Use it as splashes or go bold — but just use it, says Patricia Gagnier, a Riverside interior designer who works extensively throughout the Inland Empire and at the Ethan Allen Design Center in Corona. “Pick colors that relate and correspond to your lifestyle,” she said. “There is nothing wrong with having white walls, but color just adds a bit of excitement and life to a home. Light neutrals are your best safe bet. “Although Americans love color, we all tend to want to play it safe when we paint. I say, ‘Own it,’ ” she added. Popular neutral shades include olives, tans, grays and sages. “I’m seeing pops of color, such as orange, red, turquoise and black,” Gagnier said. “There’s black in every room in some form, but you can add color by using throw pillows or accents.” Just keep in mind certain color traits, she adds. Red stimulates appetites and is found a lot in dining rooms; blues are tranquil and ideal for bedrooms; browns are considered grounded, safe and nurturing; greens are healthy and relaxing and are often used in living rooms, dens and bathrooms; and
‘Color is the element that reflects and reinvents everything, impacting our lives, our environments and our moods because with color not only do we dwell in it, we see it, live it and feel it.’ yellows are thought to be optimistic and used in work spaces, offices or laundry rooms. It’s not necessary to go wild and paint the walls orange — not unless you want to — but always remember to blend hues. “When I paint walls and ceilings, I paint the ceiling the same color as the walls but blend the ceiling color with about 50 percent of white so they flow together. You want colors from the same palette throughout a space and the house so things don’t look choppy,” Gagnier said. “Choosing the right color for your home is no easy task,” says a release from Frazee Paint, a leading manufacturer and retailer of paints and coatings. The company has a store in Rancho Cucamonga. “Diversity and
variety enrich all the senses, allowing us to perceive a world of infinite possibilities revolving around color alone. “Color is the element that reflects and reinvents everything, impacting our lives, our environments and our moods because with color not only do we dwell in it, we see it, live it and feel it.” It can be a key design tool, and it’s possible to re-paint if it loses its luster or just isn’t working. After all, at the end of the day, what most people want at home is a sense of tranquility and satisfaction. “Live with your colors before you paint the walls,” Gagnier said. “Take a canvas board or something you can paint and paint it. Prop it up to a wall you’re considering redoing. Look at it under the
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The Padua Hills Theatre is all about old California, dressed up and refreshed. Above, a wrought iron arch accents the edge of a brick patio on the south side of the complex.
A treasure
to treasure By SUZANNE SPROUL
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t one time, this was a gathering place for those seeking an escape. Artisans met to share ideas and seek inspiration. It hosted productions and became an ideal wedding location. The Padua Hills Theatre in the Claremont foothills was an enclave of note in the 1920s, and it is once again today. The naturally beautiful setting provides a panoramic view of neighboring cities as well as the twinkling of city lights, yet visitors may feel they’re far away from the suburban Southland. The Padua Hills Institute was started in the 1920s by Herman and Bess Garner. The couple wanted it to be
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a place where individuals could foster and promote a relationship between the locals and Mexico and its people. It became a bit of a colony where the arts — visual and performing — were celebrated. The Mexican Players became full-time performers in six or seven plays and fiestas annually. The Garners wanted to bridge the cultures of America and Mexico, and visitors were introduced to that from the start — a large painted map of Mexico was on the theater’s curtain. When the Garners died, they gave the facility and the land to Pomona College and then to the city of Claremont. Through a unique partnership, the building and the grounds have been renovated. The mission of the privately owned facility is no longer about building bonds between countries, although weddings remain a staple. But guests can still see more than a few remnants of the historic facility’s past, if they know where to look. That’s fine by Sheryl Lindholm, owner of Chantrelles Fine Catering, who oversees the venue’s operations. “It’s fabulous to be in an historic building that has been preserved,” she said. “We love for people to know we’re here.” That’s not hard. Freeway and local street signs mention
‘When you’re here you get this nice feeling that comes over you. I love the mountains and the views are breathtaking.’ the historic site, longtime residents have fond memories of the one-time theater at the end of Padua Avenue. “We have people stop by on a weekly basis wanting to find out about this place or to revisit,” Lindholm said. “Years ago, San Bernardino schools bused schoolchildren out here so they could see a cultural play. People remember and now want to see if it’s still here. ... Everyone is always welcome, and if we can we try to speak to everyone and show them around.” If your timing is right, you might even get a tour of the peaceful and stunning grounds. The Spanish Colonial Revival building was designed by the Pasadena architectural firm of Marston and Maybury. There are pockets of glass-enclosed cabinets that house pottery, playbills and other memorabilia from the theater’s heyday. Fountains are filled with trickling water in several spots on the grounds. A columned and brick-lined entrance leads inside to the dining room. The remains of what once was a brick wishing well that entertained visiting children are there. And a large statue of a kneeling Native American woman sits in the carefully manicured landscape, facing the mountains and
The Padua Hills Theatre and grounds are dotted with art that speaks to the facility’s original mission: sharing the culture of Mexico with the people of Southern California. Below, a statue of an Indian maiden, created by Albert Stewart, longtime head of the sculpture program at Scripps College.
overlooking the space where “I dos” are exchanged. It was sculpted by one-time Scripps College professor Albert Stewart. Lindholm simply calls her “the goddess.” While the outside may catch your eye, the inside is just as fascinating. There are more cabinets of artifacts. The large painted map of Mexico still is there but hangs on rafters above the expansive dining room. And there is a lovely and colorful mural along a basement wall that Lindholm says she wished she knew more about. “When renovations started, it was very important to me to respect the historic nature of this place and to stay true
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to it,” she said. “Personally, I find a serenity here that is wonderful. When you’re here you get this nice feeling that comes over you. I love the mountains and the views are breathtaking. We have wildlife visitors. There are deer, bobcats and the occasional bear. Visually this is all appealing, but it even smells good up here.” Aesthetics aside, the venue is a place of business, predominated by beautiful outdoor weddings and receptions. Chantrelles is the principal resident providing delicious food and delectable desserts and cakes, but it also is home to Enchanted Portraiture and Entertainment Express. The outdoor romantic rustic Tuscan-style gazebo provides a pretty place to begin a life together. The newly designed courtyard rests underneath a canopy provided by what appears to be ageless olive trees, dotted by hundreds of strings of light. The blend between the old and the new works, and maybe that’s why this retreat still has plenty of fans — even after all these years.
The grounds include oak trees swathed in lights, trickling fountains, and outdoor seating areas in an enclosed patio, center. In addition to other renovations at the historic site, the theater’s main room is beautifully restored.
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Environmental Resource Center Commemorates First Year Second Annual Green Tie Gala Offering Tickets and Sponsorships The Frontier Project’s 2nd Annual Green Tie Gala, set for Saturday, October 16, 2010 from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m., will feature green ideas and cuisine from around the world. Various countries and their leadership and innovation will be showcased at the Frontier Project. Tickets and sponsorships are now available. The one-acre site includes a 14,000 square foot sustainable resource center – the first of its kind in the region. The Cucamonga Valley Water District, HMC Architects and Turner Construction carefully planned and built the Frontier Project to meet the District’s needs and serve as a resource to demonstrate the latest technologies in water, energy and site conservation.
The Frontier Project features demonstration gardens, a live “green” roof, cool tower, solar chimneys and an onsite water retention system. Every aspect of the Project encourages interaction and educates visitors about sustainable building and living practices. Visitors are invited to tour the facility, Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., take a stroll through the gardens, relax in the “living room” and learn how to implement various elements of the Frontier Project into their own home or business.
In November 2009 the Frontier Project officially opened its doors, and in May 2010 the facility earned what the forwardthinkers had been striving for – LEED® (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Platinum certification, the highest level afforded from the U.S. Green Building Council.
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This year’s Green Tie Gala will honor the area’s environmental leaders as well as highlight various countries and their distinct innovations. The 2nd annual event exemplifies the Frontier Project’s mission to demonstrate how sustainable design can be economical, efficient and inviting. The Frontier Project is a non-profit, LEED® Platinum-certified sustainable educational facility that includes demonstration gardens, an onsite water retention system and other sustainable building practices.
When: October 16, 2010, 6pm-11pm Where: The Frontier Project 10435 Ashford Street, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 For more information about the Frontier Project or The Green Tie Gala, call 909-944-6025 or go to www.frontierproject.org.
better living | seniors
Diet Rx: Food as medicine By CARLA SANDERS
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he dining room at Valencia Terrace in Corona is humming from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Residents at the senior living community can stroll in any time for a meal, opting for breakfast at 11, if they choose, or dinner at 4 p.m. Whatever makes them happy. “It’s a way to give them more choices in their lives; it enhances their life experience,” says Philip Perlusky, chef at Valencia Terrace, one of 20 such communities in California, Florida, Hawaii, North Carolina, Nevada, Texas and Virginia operated by Carlsbad-based Kisco Senior Living. By being able to choose when they want to eat, seniors maintain a sense of independence in their lives, Perlusky says. And he’s doing his part to help them stay healthy longer by offering meals that satisfy and also are nutritious. It’s an effort ongoing at senior communities throughout the Inland Empire, and the message chefs and wellness personnel are spreading is also good
advice for seniors everywhere. About 600 meals are served daily at Claremont Manor, and Wayne Scott, the dining room director, says the trick is to create a balance between food that is good tasting and good for you. “Taste buds change with medication and age,” he said. “Many seniors can’t taste salty or sweet flavors and because of this the food tastes bland to them. So, they add in more salt, when, really it’s already salty enough.” It may be a struggle for these and other seniors to lower their sodium intake but it’s crucial, he says, to help with high blood pressure and other ailments. The advice for a proper senior diet is the same as for most others: stay away from high-sugar, high-fat foods, and those that are overly processed; consume plenty of bran and fiber. “Hydration is really important, too,” he says. “Seniors tend to drink less water. But we put water down with every meal, and we encourage them to drink it.” Another beverage Scott supports is a good glass of red wine. “I still recommend that for everybody.” Kari Marsh, wellness director at Valencia Terrace, stresses that seniors should choose a variety of foods to aid in just about every aspect of their lives. “Food is medicine. It can help boost your immune system. Nutrition plays a big part in balance and well-being.” Marsh says seniors must be aware of foods that might interact with any medication, and for specific conditions such as diabetes
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and celiac disease. They should also keep in mind that some medicine compromises the immune system. She notes that seniors often get used to taking lots of medication when a proper diet and eating certain foods may make some medications unnecessary. She says traditional Western medicine does not encourage wellness. “Instead of taking all those pills, why not just have a healthier diet?” Such a diet would encompass a variety of foods including proteins, nutrient-dense options and certain carbohydrates, she explains. “Seniors need to learn to make the right choices in selecting healthy foods.” Chef Perlusky agrees and adds that seniors — and everyone else — need to be mindful of “portion distortion,” which are servings that are overly large and unnecessary for proper nutrition. The USDA guidelines for portion size should be followed. Perlusky, who has worked in senior What to eat, drink According to nutrition experts, to maintain optimum health, seniors should: Avoid: • High-sugar foods • High-fat foods • Overly processed foods • Highly caffeinated foods and beverages Choose: • Lots of water to stay hydrated • Fiber-rich foods (whole grain cereals, breads, etc.) • Nutrient-dense foods (romaine lettuce, extra veggies in salads, etc.) • Occasional glass of red wine
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living communities for the past eight years, says a misconception about these places is that they are “old folks homes.” That, he adds, could not be further from the truth. “Seniors are very vibrant, and they want a variety of food choices, too.” Options he serves include Thai, Japanese, Greek and Mexican food, and he holds a monthly cooking demonstration in the dining room called Chef Center Stage where he creates a new recipe and then residents get to sample it. Even though many residents have traditional tastes, favoring comfort foods such as pot roast, “they are very responsive about trying new things.” Marsh says Valencia Terrace offers classes on nutrition among others to help educate its residents about good food choices and the role nutrition plays in other aspects of their lives. “We want to become a model for successful aging.”
Green Chile Chicken Casserole (One of the favorites at Claremont Manor)
Ingredients 11/ 3 cups fat-free, no-salt-added
chicken broth 1 cup canned chopped green chiles, well drained 1 cup fine chopped onion 1 cup fat-free sour cream ½ teaspoon ground cumin ½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper 2 10-ounce cans condensed, low-fat cream of chicken soup 1 clove garlic, finely minced 24 6-inch corn tortillas (low fat) 4 cups roasted, skinless chicken breast; shredded 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Directions Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Combine the first eight ingredients in a sauce pan and heat until boiling. Stir constantly to avoid sticking. Remove from heat. Spray a 9-by-13 oven-proof dish with non-stick spray. Spread one cup of the soup mixture on the bottom of the pan. Lay out 6 of the tortillas to cover the pan, top with 1 cup of the chicken and ½ cup cheese. Repeat layers, ending with cheese. Spread any remaining soup mixture over the cheese. Bake approximately 30 minutes. Makes 12 servings.
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or upper abdominal region. Q: We’ve heard of people doing well on an annual physical and then suffering a heart attack. How does one learn about his or her personal risk? Is a cardiogram or stress test sufficient? A: The annual exam evaluates risk factors for CVD. A normal electrocardiogram and stress test helps to exclude significant clinical CVD, but does not exclude subclinical CVD. Heart attacks commonly occur by rupture of the subclinical “vulnerable plaque.” Subclinical disease may be determined by coronary calcification, carotid intima-media thickness or the ankle-brachial index. Q: Over the past few years there have been an increasing number of news reports that many stent procedures performed in the U.S. are unnecessary. What questions should a patient or patient’s family ask during an event? A: Decreased blood supply (ischemia) to the heart muscle generally occurs when the coronary artery is more than 70 percent blocked. Patients with acute coronary syndrome with greater than 70 percent blockage are appropriately treated by stenting. Therefore, it would be reasonable to ask the cardiologist regarding the extent, severity and significance of the blockage. Q: We’ve heard that once a heart problem or procedure occurs then there is a six month window when the risk of
Dr. Vatsal Mody is a member of the San Antonio Community Hospital medical staff and practices cardiology in Rancho Cucamonga.
recurrence or complication is high. Is that true? When — if ever — can life return to “normal” after a heart attack or heart procedure? A: From six to 12 months, there is a risk of stent re-stenosis, where scar tissue grows within the stent. However, stent thrombosis is where a blood clot develops within the stent, causing a heart attack. “Time is muscle” — early intervention during a heart attack reduces damage to the heart muscle, which influences the return to normalcy.
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f all of the world’s cuisines, Mexican food is definitely the most popular in Southern California — especially here in the Inland Valley. The use of fresh ingredients, a multitude of flavorful spices and the unique cooking styles arising from Mexico’s many regions are why the food is so appealing. It wouldn’t be surprising to find a small family owned and operated Mexican restaurant in almost any shopping center. I love Mexican restaurants that make authentic dishes and don’t take short cuts just to make a quick buck. My experience is that the small “hole-in-thewall” restaurants that are often overlooked serve some of the best Mexican food around and at reasonable prices. Here are some of my favorite small, nearly hidden Mexican restaurants: Ramon’s Cactus Patch 647 W. California St., Ontario 909-984-3130 Hours: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 4:30 to 8 p.m. Tues.-Sat. Prices: $1.95 to $11.95
Ramon’s Cactus Patch was a Mexican restaurant pioneer in the Inland Valley. After opening in 1937, and subsequently moving, this “historic” restaurant remains a popular dining spot for locals. Ramon Sanchez, who opened the restaurant, is 96 years old and still visits daily, although his son Roque and daughter Ramona now run the establishment. During World War II when food and other items were rationed, Ramon often traveled to Los Angeles to buy extra food on the black market so he could keep serving his loyal customers, who were mostly farm workers. The menu is simple, straight-forward and largely unchanged since the restaurant first opened. The prices, understandably, are a little higher now. Ramon learned to cook and from his
Photo by Jennifer Cappuccio Maher
Roque, left, Ramon and Ramona Sanchez at Ramon’s Cactus Patch in Ontario
grandmother and his mother when he was young, so the recipes used at the restaurant today date back the early 1800s. Consider, for example, the tacos. Ramon takes a beef patty, puts it on a corn tortilla, folds it in half and fries it in oil until crisp. The lettuce, tomatoes and cheese are added later. The menu features a small variety of burritos, tacos, enchiladas and some combination plates. Everything on the menu (except the tortillas) is
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while the prices are low considering the high quality and large portions. The big nachos — with fried tortilla chips, a choice of meats, cheese, beans, sour cream, avocado sauce, onions, cilantro, tomatoes, olives and sliced jalapenos — is a hint of what the food at Juanita’s is all about. Los Portales Mexican Grill & Seafood 10244 Central Ave., Montclair 909-962-8181; http://losportalesgrill.net Hours: 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily Prices: $2.45-$15.95
Photo by Jennifer Cappuccio Maher
Ramon’s Dinner Plate features a cheese enchilada, chile rellenos, rice and beans with red sauce.
made fresh daily from scratch, a tradition at the restaurant since the early days. Dining at Ramon’s Cactus Patch is like going back in time — it’s a really neat experience. Juanita’s III 1209 E. Fourth St., Ontario 909-986-0991 Hours: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mon.-Fri.; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sat.; closed Sunday Prices: $1.60 to $6.95
On the advice from a friend, I ventured to Juanita’s III Mexican restaurant, a small, free-standing fast-food stand. I’m glad I did. With only a handful of cement tables for seating, this popular neighborhood restaurant serves some of the best Mexican food in town. There are many reasons for this. First, almost all of the employees have worked at this restaurant for more than 20 years, so the food is consistently good. Second, everything is made fresh daily. The meats are hand-trimmed of fat, the lettuce and tomatoes are cut by hand and — best of all — the flour tortillas are made fresh when the order is taken. The menu features many delicious items such as chile Colorado, chile verde, carnitas, shredded beef and some moist and tasty shredded chicken. All of the food is perfectly seasoned and prepared,
It would be easy to overlook Mexico Lindo in Rancho Cucamonga, but it’s worth a visit. photo by Jennifer Cappuccio Maher
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From the outside, it looks like any ordinary Mexican restaurant, but in this case looks are deceiving since this seemingly small restaurant has four dining rooms and a banquet room. Available are an assortment of breakfast, lunch and dinner items that will thrill your tastebuds. The food is fantastic, while the portions are very generous and the prices are reasonable considering the high quality of the food. Recommendations include the chile Colorado, carne asada and shrimp combo, the bacon-wrapped shrimp, and the burrito ranchero. Come hungry! Mexico Lindo 8880 Archibald Ave., Rancho Cucamonga 909-466-1248 Hours: 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily Prices: $1.35 to $24
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tire centers, and it can hardly be seen from the street. The restaurant looks small from the outside, but inside it’s a different story. The restaurant actually is surprisingly large, and the food is very good. Choose from a large variety of seafood, beef, fish, chicken, soups, traditional Mexican dishes, plus some wonderful surprises such as Pina Del Mar, which consists of octopus, abalone, imitation crab, shrimp and mushrooms cooked in a spicy tomato-based diabla sauce. The mixture is then served in half of a fresh pineapple and topped with melted Mexican cheese. Talk about unique. I love the variety of the dishes on the menu. This is a
restaurant you can return to over and over again without getting bored. Picante Mexican Food 7330 Cherry Ave., Fontana 909-829-2063 Hours: 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Mon.-Thurs.; 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Fri.-Sat.; 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sun. Prices: $1 to $7.75
Located inside a Shell gas station, this small restaurant serves some terrific Mexican food at affordable prices. There are a few tables inside to dine at, but much of the business is takeout. Like all great Mexican restaurants, everything here is made fresh with no short cuts taken to ensure quality food is served all of the time. The menu offers traditional Mexican
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favorites we have come to love, such as fried, soft-shell and small TJ style tacos, burritos and tortas. The list of fillings includes shredded beef, carne asada, cabeza, fish, chorizo, ham, shrimp, chicken, veggies, beans, carnitas and al pastor. Picante is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. So if you need to fill up your car with gas and your stomach with some really good Mexican food, remember this place. I have eaten here many times, and everyone who I have referred also has loved the food. Taco Hut 9451 Foothill Blvd. Rancho Cucamonga 909-980-6202 Hours: 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Mon.; 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Tues.-Sat.; 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sun. Prices: $2.99 to $15.99
Here is another Mexican restaurant that is located in a small shopping center. From the outside, it does not look all that inviting, but as you enter you are greeted by a friendly staff and a restaurant that is fun, festive and has a “hip” party ambiance. In addition to the small dining room, there is a nice patio dining area where guests can enjoy good food. The menu features everything from seafood to large burritos, and lots of fantastic combination plates and entrees including the bacon-wrapped shrimp or scallops, steak and shrimp, plus many more tempting items. The food is made fresh daily, and the service is among the friendliest to be found at any Mexican restaurant. The words “Girls, Food, Attitude” are proudly printed on the cover of the takeout menu, and from what I experienced this is one Mexican restaurant where you actually will have lots of fun.
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rom the time I was young, I have saved and treasured wine corks and labels. For many, collecting wine items has evolved into more than a leisurely pastime, resulting in creative crafts of unique vintage-inspired gifts, clever bar and cellar décor and more. So what happens to all of your pulled corks? My personal wine and champagne cork set totals nearly 500, and my seven aged albums are filled with more than 950 flat paper labels — truly an eclectic art collection of interesting works plus a few extraordinary gems from the famous Bordeaux châteaux. Virtually all of them originated from early California vintners spanning the 1950s through the ’80s, including a 30-year series from the Los Angeles County Fair’s wine competition — a gift from sculptor John E. Svenson of Upland. Several were acquired long ago from the many local wineries; others carefully removed from more memorable bottles by soaking the empty in water — not as simple a task today with adhesive-backed roll labels. Wine corks and labels capture rich moments in personal and regional history. Some of the corks at the entrance to the cellar at the White family home in San Antonio Heights are marked with the date and occasion they were collected.
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The Cucamonga Vineyard Company figured prominently in early Las Vegas casino history as many of the big casinos of the day had their own privately labeled champagnes, among them The Dunes, Caesars Palace, Aladdin and Golden Nugget.
My favorites are perhaps the framed colorful sparkling wine labels from the former Cucamonga Vineyard Company, which I received from the late Primo Scorsatto, champagne master. The winery presented private label bottling for countless wineries and early Las Vegas hotels and casinos, including the Aladdin, Caesars Palace, The Dunes, Four Queens, Golden Nugget and The Mint. I was asked if I’ll ever sell the labels on eBay. No way! “The beautiful and unique wine and champagne labels of the past — many were printed, gold-foiled and embossed by craftsmen in Germany — tell a story of the romantic years of the local producers,” said Marilyn Anderson, local historian, artist and director of the Cooper Regional History Museum in downtown Upland. Simon White is quite proud of the wine cellar that he designed and constructed in the basement of his parents’ home in San Antonio Heights. “It’s an on-going work-in-progress,” he said. “We continue to add to the cellar entrance wall, which I figure now displays over 3,500 natural corks. Some are souvenirs of wineries visited, and many were uncorked at family celebrations. “Some of my favorites are the ones on which Dad marked the occasion and date with a pen,” White added. “He started saving corks about 15 years ago. You know he entertains a lot of guests, Gino.” Marilyn Olson of Upland designs handcrafted gold and beaded grape
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dining out W H E R E TO E AT
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CLAREMONT BUCA DI BEPPO Adjacent to the DoubleTree Inn, 505 W. Foothill Blvd.;
909-399-3287, www.bucadibeppo.com • Family-style servings of Italian favorites. Lunch & dinner. $$ CASA DE SALSA 415 W. Foothill Blvd.; 909-445-1200, http://casadesalsarestaurant.com • Chicken mole, crab meat and spinach enchiladas are featured along with traditional tacos, chiles rellenos and tamales. FB $ HEROES & LEGENDS 131 Yale Ave.; 909-621-6712 • A colorful downtown Claremont spot with wonderful sandwiches, ribs and appetizers as well as 46 beers on tap. Lunch & dinner daily. FB $ HIP KITTY JAZZ & FONDUE LOUNGE 502 W. First St.; 909-447-6700, www.hipkittyjazz.com • Located in the Packinghouse in Claremont Village West, the Hip Kitty fondue dinners on a prix fixe menu include salad, cheese and meat fondue, a desert and wine. Open Tu-Su. RS, FB, $$-$$$
INKA TRAILS 1077 W. Foothill Blvd.; 909-626-4426, www.inkatrailsrestaurant.com
• Peruvian style cuisine with menu items including ceviche and empanadas. Lunch & dinner Tu-Su. $ THE PRESS RESTAURANT 129 Harvard Ave.; 909-625-4808, www.thepressrestaurant.com • A hip, eclectic place where late diners may linger to enjoy live music. Lunch & dinner Tu-Sa; Su dinner only; M bar only 8 p.m. to midnight. FB $$ TUTTI MANGIA ITALIAN GRILL 102 Harvard Ave; 909-625-4669, www.tuttimangia.com • This Claremont trattoria features cuisine focused on grilled meats, fresh seafood and enticing desserts. Lunch M-F, dinner daily. $$$ WALTERS RESTAURANT 310 Yale Ave.; 909-624-4914 www.waltersrestaurant.biz • Fusion/Afghan cuisine includes kabobs, curries, spicy pastas and pizzas. Breakfast, lunch & dinner daily. $$
ONTARIO BENIHANA 3760 E. Inland Empire Blvd.; 909-483-0937, www.benihana.com • Dinner and a show, with chefs grilling chicken, seafood, steak and vegetables at your table. Also sushi bar and specialty drinks. Lunch & dinner daily. RS, FB, $$$ DAVE & BUSTER’S 4821 Mills Circle; 909-987-1557, www.daveandbusters.com • Burgers, sandwiches, chicken, pasta, seafood and steaks, plus electronic games and billiards. Lunch & dinner daily. FB, $ MARKET BROILER 4553 E. Mills Circle; 909-581-0866, www.marketbroiler.com • Wide varieties of fresh fish, chicken, steak, pasta, wood-fired oven pizza and more. Lunch & dinner M-Sa; dinner only Su. FB, $ NEW YORK GRILL 950 Ontario Mills Drive; 909-987-1928, http://newyorkgrill.com • Chicken, duck, salmon, Australian lobster tail, lamb, ribs and quality steaks. Lunch M-F, dinner M-Sa. RS, FB, $$$ PANDA INN 3223 Centre Lake Drive; 909-390-2888, www.pandainn.com • Mandarin- and Szechwan-inspired entrees, soups, salads, seven varieties of noodles and rice. Lunch & dinner daily; Sunday brunch buffet. FB, $ ROSA’S 425 N. Vineyard Ave.; 909-937-1220, www.rosasitalian.com • Fine Italian cuisine served in intimate surroundings. Piano player Thursday through Saturday. Lunch M-F, dinner M-Sa. RS, FB, $$$ TOKYO TOKYO 990 Ontario Mills Drive, Suite H; 909-987-7999, www.tokyotokyosushi.com • Japanese cuisine, seafood and a full-service sushi bar. Dining areas include traditional Tatami rooms and a tropical garden setting. Lunch Tu-F, dinner Tu-Su. RS, $$
POMONA 2nd STREET BISTRO 171 W. 2nd St.; 909-622-6619, www.pomonabistro.com
• With Italian and French fare, provincial bistro style flavors the menu at this reasonably priced dining spot. Lunch, M-F; dinner, Tu-Sa. $ Aladdin Jr. Restaurant & Cafe II 296 W. Second St.; 909-623-4333, www.aladdinjrrestaurant.com • Bright colorful dining at Aladdin Jr. II includes babaghanouj (a dish of roasted eggplant with sesame seed oil), hummus, stuffed grape leaves, falafel and shish kabobs. Lunch & dinner, M-Sa, from 11 a.m. $ McKINLEY’S GRILLE Sheraton Suites Fairplex, 601 W. McKinley Ave.; 909-868-5915, www.starwoodhotels.com • Traditional breakfast fare, plus pasta, steak, seafood and more. Breakfast, lunch & dinner daily. FB, $$$ SAKURA ICHI 101 W. Mission Blvd.; 909-865-2059, http://sakuraichi.com • Dinner combos come with salad, miso soup, steamed rice and dessert. Beer, wine and cocktails are served. Lunch Tu-F, dinner T-Su. FB, $$$
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www.afghanpalacecuisine.com • Traditional Afghan cuisine, including seven kabob varieties and pita bread sandwiches. Lunch & dinner daily. $ ANTONINO’S 8045 Vineyard Ave.; 909-941-0047, www.antoninosrestaurant.net • Northern and Southern Italian cuisine served in a dining room with Romanesque paintings and comfy seating. Lunch & dinner daily. wRS, FB, $ BJ’S RESTAURANT & BREWHOUSE 1520 Fourth St.; 909-581-6750, www.bjsrestaurants.com • Deep-dish pizzas, salads, sandwiches, pastas, steaks, baby back ribs and more. Lunch and dinner daily. RS, FB, $ FLEMING’S PRIME STEAKHOUSE & WINE BAR Victoria Gardens, 7905 Monet Ave.; 909-463-0416, www.flemingssteakhouse.com • Upscale steakhouse serving prime beef cuts including filet mignon, New York strip and prime rib. Salmon, scallops, crab legs and lobster also featured. Dinner nightly. RS, FB, $$$ GALLI’S RESTAURANT & PIANO BAR 6620 Carnelian St.; 909-941-1100, www.gallis.net • Casual dining with pasta, sandwiches and specialty pizzas for two among the most popular selections. Live entertainment; lunch and dinner daily. RS, FB, $
GREEN MANGO THAI BISTRO 11226 Fourth St.; 909-987-8885, www.greenmangothaibistro.com UÊAuthentic Thai selections without Chinese influences. Beer and wine are served. $ HAANDI INDIAN CUISINE 7890 Haven Ave.; 909-581-1951, www.haandiindiancuisine.com UÊNorthern Indian cuisine with some adjustments for American tastes, cooked in a tandoor clay oven. Lunch & dinner daily. FB, $$ ISLAMORADA FISH COMPANY Bass Pro Shop at Victoria Gardens, 7777 Victoria Gardens Lane; 909-922-5400, www.fishcompany.com UÊDiscovered here: blackened tilapia topped with grilled shrimp, broiled catfish, mahi mahi and yellowfin tuna. FB, $$ JOE’S CRAB SHACK 12327 Foothill Blvd.; 909-463-6599, www.joescrabshack.com UÊShrimp – popcorn, crispy, jalapeno, platters and pasta – and an assortment beach fun as well as seafood, steaks and sandwiches. FB, $$ LUCILLE’S SMOKEHOUSE BARBECUE 12624 N. Mainstreet in Victoria Gardens; 909-463-7427, www.lucillesbbq.com UÊLucille’s serves up slow-cooked ribs, pulled pork and ’cue of all kinds as well as Cajun delights with draft beers. FB $$ MAGIC LAMP INN 8189 Foothill Blvd.; 909-981-8659, www.themagiclampinn.com UÊThe menu at this Route 66 landmark includes prime rib, rack of lamb, salmon fillet and chateaubriand. Lunch Tu-F, dinner Tu-Su. FB, $$$
at Manhattan’s Salon & Spa. at Phood on Main. Have a phantastic dessert! The Parrott, Toni Moore, and Soul Dout. at UCR/California Museum of Photography.
OMAHA JACK’S GRILLHOUSE & BREWERY
11837 Foothill Blvd.; 909-477-4377, www.omahajacks.com UÊHearty pasta, seafood, steaks, burgers, barbecue and other American fare and award-winning beer brewed on the spot. RS, FB, $$ RICHIE’S REAL AMERICAN DINER Victoria Gardens, 8039 Monet Ave.; 909-899-8101, www.richiesdiner.com UÊAll-American egg dishes and pancakes plus burgers, chicken, steaks and desserts. $ SALSITAS MEXICAN GRILL 10540 Baseline Road, Suite A, Alta Loma; 909-948-1158 U Freshly made tortillas and traditional Mexican fare make this spot a local favorite. Lunch & dinner daily. $ SYCAMORE INN 8318 Foothill Blvd.; 909-982-1104, www.thesycamoreinn.com UÊHospitality has long been the hallmark of the Sycamore Inn, which dates to the mid-1800s. Dinner nightly. RS, FB, $$$
with the famous margaritas at Las Campanas at the Mission Inn.
UPLAND CAFE ALLEGRO 186 N. Second Ave.; 909-949-0805 UÊRustic Italian dining in downtown Upland, with wonderful breads and a range of classic dishes. Lunch and dinner M-Sa; Su 4-9 p.m. $$ CHRISTOPHE'S 296 N. Second Ave.; 909-256-4327 UÊCalifornia/French cuisine includes elegant salads, pasta, duck, scallops, beef and more. Lunch and dinner, T-Su. RS, FB, $$ JD ALLISON'S BAR & GRILL 291 N. Second Ave.; 909-982-4469, http://jdallisonsbarandgrill.com UÊWest Coast style bar food mingles local beer, with Californian and Mexican fare. FB, $ KISHI JAPANESE RESTAURANT & SUSHI BAR
320 W. Foothill Blvd.; 909-981-1770, kishirestaurant.com UÊDiners will find ahi steak, ginger pork and Sukiyaki beef on the menu. RR, $$ SPAGGI’S 1651 W. Foothill Blvd., H-1; 909-579-0497, www.spaggis.com UÊItalian classics as well as distinctive dishes including a South African sea bass served with scalloped potatoes, snap peas and roasted corn. Lunch M-F; dinner daily. FB $$-$$$
Downtown Riverside is an oasis of authenticity. Spend a day with friends. Stroll, shop, dine, and be pampered. Riverside is the urban getaway right next door.
3666 University Ave., Ste. 100 951.781.7335 www.RiversideDowntown.org
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seen It was another wonderful summer of Concerts Under the Stars, a Hafif Family Foundation benefit that raises funds for more than 150 deserving charities. Costs for the concert and catered dinner are covered by the foundation, with printing and some other services contributed by the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin. Each nonprofit sells tickets and keeps 100 percent of the proceeds.
Hafif Family Foundation Concerts Under the Stars CLAREMONT
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Claremont Heritage Fundraiser CLAREMONT
Claremont Heritage supporters celebrated the season with some dancing, a delicious dinner and auctions in order to raise money to continue the nonprofit’s work of preserving local history. The summer evening event was held at the Claremont Depot where partygoers enjoyed each other’s company while also recognizing the efforts of more than 500 Heritage volunteers.
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Habitat for Humanity POMONA
Habitat for Humanity, Pomona Valley Chapter, each year takes time out to recognize the hours of dedicated volunteer service performed by community individuals in helping not only build homes, but build dreams, too. The La Verne-based organization honored individuals during a lovely luncheon, noting that the affiliate has recently built its 40th home. The group will be building playhouses at the L.A. County Fair as a fundraiser.
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nonprofits | save the date
Boomers, 1500 W. Seventh St., Upland; 3-7 p.m.; $20; 909-481-1822.
Events
Aug. 28 — The Upland High School girls basketball and track and field teams are hosting a golf tournament fundraiser. Upland Hills Country Club; 949-456-0185.
Aug. 20 — Claremont Kiwanis Club’s annual Route 66 Beach Party fundraiser, with auctions, casino games, dancing and dinner. DoubleTree Hotel, 555 W. Foothill Blvd., Claremont; 6:30 p.m.; $25; 909-621-2996. Aug. 21 — Rancho Cucamonga Animal Care Center’s annual Putt for Paws fundraiser.
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aid to families with children who are severely ill. Breakfast and 10-kilometer run through the city of Upland. Registration at Life Bible Fellowship, 2426 N. Euclid Ave., Upland; 909-373-0678.
Sept. 1 — Community Senior Services, based in Claremont, celebrates its 35th anniversary with a gala dinner. 909-621-9900.
Sept. 11 — Soroptimist International Montclair/ Inland Valley’s “fun-raiser,” with dinner, entertainment and a silent auction. Montclair Community Center, 5111 Benito St.; 6-10 p.m.; www.si-montclairinlandvalley.org.
Sept. 11 — OneToughRun will benefit Steven’s Hope, which provides housing and financial
Sept. 22 — Game Day, a combination of nine holes of golf at Sierra Lakes in Fontana and
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darts and billiards at Dave & Buster’s in Ontario to benefit Steven’s Hope. 909-373-0678, www.stevenshope.org. Sept. 25 — Sixth annual Megan Savage Memorial 5K run to benefit families dealing with cancer. 1K children’s run at 8:45 a.m., 5K run at 9 a.m. John McCarthy Park, San Antonio Avenue, Upland; registration $20 for children and $30 for adults through Sept. 23, $5 more for each category on the day of the race; 909-532-8135.
Oct. 10 — Inland Valley Hope Partners’ Power of 10 celebration and 37th annual Walk for the Hungry fundraiser. The goal is 1,000 walkers and $100,000. Chaffey High School, Ontario; 1 p.m.; 909-622-3806.
Oct. 16 — Light the Night Walk, to benefit The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. California Baptist University, 8432 Magnolia Ave., Riverside; 5 p.m. check-in and opening festivities; 909-648-5171, www.lightthenight.org/ocie.
Oct. 16 — Walk to Remember’s 5-kilometer walk to support families who are suffering through the loss of a baby either during pregnancy or infancy. Cal State San Bernardino, 5500 University Parkway; 8 a.m. registration, 9 a.m. memorial; 909-235-9255.
Oct. 30 — Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center Foundation’s annual “Celebrating with Style” fashion show and luncheon to benefit the Robert and Beverly Lewis Family Cancer Center. DoubleTree Hotel, Ontario; 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.; $75; 909-865-9139. september 2010 | inlandlivingmagazine.com |
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nonprofit profile | the salvation army
Abel Tamez, co-director of the Ontario Corps of the Salvation Army, works with volunteers separating gifts and food for distribution at Christmas. The Salvation Army gave more than 2,000 boxes of food and gifts to families during last year’s holiday season.
‘Doing the most good’ By SUZANNE SPROUL
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hen Jim Zitterkopf starts talking about the Salvation Army, the Ontario Corps in particular, he gets animated. He’s quick to start reeling off the many ways this nonprofit touches so many people throughout the Inland Valley, rescuing them from lives of want, hunger and despair. It’s clearly a passion this man has not only taken into his heart, but one that he holds dear. As a member of the Corps’ Board of Directors, it’s partly his job, even if it’s all voluntary, but it goes deeper, much deeper than that. “I’m involved in many community groups, those who serve where needed, but I’m driven to help with the Salvation Army because it was there for me and my family when I was a kid. ...
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“Our family had 10 kids, and we needed help. The Salvation Army was there when my one brother lost his home to Hurricane Camille. The Salvation Army was there again when my other brother had his home completely erased by Hurricane Katrina. So when I talk about the good work the Salvation Army does, it’s personal,” said Zitterkopf, who has been a board member for the past three years. Personal matters aside, he also wants people to know how important the Salvation Army is locally. “It has been a shining star in Ontario and with its neighboring cities by taking care of multitudes of people in need. I’ve been there when people are helped, and I can’t tell you what it feels like to see the pleasure you see with those who give and those who receive,” he said. And plenty give. In fact, the Salvation Army currently faces an unusual problem. “The need is interesting this year.
We are being completely overwhelmed with donations of clothes and materials ... but our monetary donations have almost evaporated. We are now faced with a projected $40,000 shortfall, and we are going into our busiest time of the year,” he said. The Salvation Army provides food, clothing, some rental/utility assistance when funds are available, after-school programs and a ministry throughout the year. It also is one of the first agencies people turn to for help at Thanksgiving and Christmas. “So, the board has decided to launch a more aggressive campaign to get the word out. This is a Christian-based organization, and everyone involved believes that our needs will be filled somehow. But there are many ways the public can make a difference, and we’re asking now,” he said. The Salvation Army needs cash, turkeys and other food staples for a giant community Thanksgiving dinner where hundreds are fed. Voluntary bell ringers for the group’s famous Christmas kettles are needed. For once, there are enough sites, but not enough volunteers and if there aren’t volunteers, people then are paid to man them. “We end up helping people with a job, but then that takes money we just can’t afford to spend,” he said. The organization will need toy donations since it is expecting to provide 5,000 children this year with a Christmas. The adopt-a-family and the Angel Tree holiday programs again are planned where individuals and families can choose how they can help. “Every year, the Salvation Army takes children to an Ontario Reign hockey game, and we want to do that again this year. We want to take 300 children. “With the help of the Reign, we are going to have a walkathon on Saturday, Nov. 27, starting at 10 a.m. It will be a onemile walk around the Citizens Business Bank building in Ontario. Those who participate for $30 will get a T-shirt, a $15 ticket to a Reign game and the thanks of the Salvation Army for helping when
we need you,” Zitterkopf said. Participants and sponsors are needed for the event. “We have the budget shortfall because the need throughout the community is so great this year. The demand for those asking for subsidies with rent or utilities is up. If we have the money, we help. “The Salvation Army serves two meals a week at the facility next to DeAnza Park in Ontario — one every Wednesday when about 250 to 300 people come and one on Sunday when 200 to 250 people are fed. “We have a very large after-school program where children can come and get a snack, sometimes a meal, along with tutoring because we know that education is the key in an underprivileged community to unlock futures. “And we have an incredible music program where children are learning music. We just don’t have enough instruments so we could use any new
Organized chaos — that’s how Jim Zitterkopf of the local Salvation Army’s board of directors describes the work of volunteers preparing gifts for families during the Christmas season.
or old instruments. The kids are great, and we would love to provide a Christmas play with music if we only had the gift of a location,” he said. Zitterkopf says the needs are many and the task may seem daunting, but he’s a man of faith. “And when the Salvation Army is asked for help, it provides it. It has done that for decades and continues to today,” he said.
“Almost everything we do is staffed by volunteers, so if you call and get frustrated, please forgive us. Keep calling or better yet, come down to the facility and see what happens there.” The Salvation Army, Ontario Corps, is at 1412 S. Euclid Ave. The organization’s motto is “Doing the Most Good.” If you want to help do just that, call 909-986-6748.
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essay | at home in the ie
Loco for Mexican food By CARLA SANDERS
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ormally, I am not a food snob. I don’t seek culinary greatness, just tasty, satisfying, aromatic edibles. However, growing up in Southern California I came to appreciate the differences in one regional specialty — Mexican food. There was a tortilleria not far from our house where we’d buy freshly made, warm tortilla chips and the best salsa this side of Mexico. Several mamá y papá restaurants offered simmering platters of chile verde and chile Colorado, crispy tacos with the perfect blend of shredded beef, soft cheese, crunchy lettuce and fresh tomatoes, and an array of mouth-watering burritos in warm flour tortillas. The refried beans on the side were seasoned and smashed to perfection, a luscious compliment to the Mexican rice. As I moved and traveled through the years, those memories were the gold standard of Mexican food. Everything else was compared to them. Sadly, most came up sorely lacking. In New York I was referred time and again to some “really great” Mexican restaurant. Not one measured up and
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usually they were even worse than that: they were dreadful. Entrees such as enchiladas and tamales were smothered in a heavy red sauce that tasted like ketchup with red pepper flakes. There was no shredded beef, only hamburger meat. Pre-made, cardboard-tasting taco shells replaced those made fresh by hand and fried. You’ve heard of Tex-Mex; perhaps this was Italia-Mex. (A side note: One time I decided to make my own tacos at home. At the large grocery store where I shopped I couldn’t find them and asked the manager. He had no idea what I was talking about.) After forking over money for yet another awful Mexican meal there, I decided that my best bet was Taco Bell. The food was better than what I was getting and at a much, much lower price. But I lived for my trips back to Southern California, when I would gobble up Mexican as often as possible. One time I was in the Palm Springs area for three days and ate Mexican six times. My friends thought I was loco. Thankfully, there have been a few bright spots in other places. In Orange County I found a place, El Matador, that offered the most wonderful tortilla chips made not from the traditional corn tortillas, but from flour. They were fabulous. There was a place in Glendora — the defunct Chili Peppers — that concocted the best chicken quesadillas, filled with large chunks,
melting cheese, guacamole and grilled to a crisp golden brown. I’ve enjoyed excellent meals in Upland at El Perico Ranchero and Rancho Los Magueyes, both of which have a light, fluffy chili relleno, perfectly seasoned shredded beef tacos, and enormous chili verde burritos. In the past dozen years or so, I’ve also branched out to carne asada and fish tacos, and both have become menu staples. Señor Baja (formerly Taco Nazo), on the Pomona/ La Verne border, is routinely excellent with fish, while Los Monitos in Rancho Cucamonga has never disappointed with either carne or pollo asada. (These establishments also have other sites throughout the Inland Valley.) Still, I have many more places to explore. A former boss has put me on the trail of a place in Yucaipa that he swears is the absolute best. Another friend has pointed me west, toward the fringes of Los Angeles, to a place that’s stood the test of time, both in its food and location. Whether they will make my list remains to be seen. But I will seek them out and sample their fare, hoping for the best. These days, though, I know that even the worst Mexican food in California is better than what is deemed the best in many other states. OK, so I am a food snob after all — but just about this. Now, if you’ll excuse me, I really must go. My tacos are getting cold.
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Christophe’s
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When was the last time you went out for an affordable dinner that included listening to live music? Well, that place for me was Christophe’s Restaurant & Lounge located in the heart of Historic Downtown Upland. The French-trained owner and chef, Christophe Jardillier, was the first business owner to take advantage of a city restaurant program that enabled him to transform an old banquet hall into a fun and vibrant restaurant serving magnificent martinis and mouth-watering entrees. As we made our way into Christophe’s, I found myself in awe of the stunning décor and its old world charm. My husband and I were quickly greeted by an enthusiastic employee who was able to seat us without a reservation even though the place appeared very busy. We went with the server’s food recommendations and ordered the “Toast Sample” consisting of Bruschetta, Goat Cheese Persillade toast and a Brie and raspberry toast ($8.95). This appetizer was amazing! For dinner, my husband ordered Creamed Spinach Salmon ($18.95), which he said was one of the best salmon dishes he has ever had. I had the Chicken Crepe ($12.95), which was delightful and presented beautifully. Although I do not typically order dessert, I could not say “no” to the Lemon Flambé Crepe ($6.95) that consisted of butter, sugar and lemon wrapped in a homemade crepe that was flambéed table side… and a homemade Tiramisu ($5.95)…delicious!
After dinner, we made our way to the lounge for a cocktail. My “Upland Blues” martini was just the thing I needed to spice up my evening while listening to the band
Christophe’s to try out the rest of the restaurant’s tantalizing menu, which features fresh seafood, pastas, gourmet burgers and other French and continental specialties. Since the restaurant also has a large private banquet room and a charming wine shop, it makes for a great place to hold an intimate party or a business meeting. Christophe’s Restaurant & Lounge certainly has all the ingredients it needs to successfully offer Upland residents and visitors an amazing dining experience!
Chef Christophe Jardillier, owner of Christophe’s
playing my favorite classic rock tunes. We were happy to learn that the lounge offers live music Wednesday through Saturday nights. The lounge is irresistibly chic and upscale, furnished with modern seating and comfy couches. The lounge also offers a double Happy Hour during the weekdays (Tuesday through Thursday from 5-7 pm and 10-12 am). We were eager to subscribe to their e-mail list for current information about Christophe’s specials such as the Summer Menu that includes lunch prices for $10.95 or less and the Early Bird Menu; as well as generous discount offers. We cannot wait to return to
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