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t doesn’t take one whit of sense to become a writer, only a goodly supply of ink. Now storytellers, they are a different category... Dispatches from the front of middle age: It is a service to both soul and character to try something new, especially as a novice among veterans. I know this firsthand from recent ventures into Pilates and Yoga with my college-aged daughter and subsequent classes in which I found myself alone and surrounded by Spandex-clad women performing often tortuous poses. Downward-facing dog, happy baby and warrior one, I get. However, when it comes to placing your leg behind your arm, both hands on the ground and doing a bowling-ball lift with your bottom, well, I am completely flummoxed. And, I must say, impressed. These women are tough. Another thing I’ve learned about yoga: it can make you walk funny for a few days. News for men. Are your hips and butt larger than your gut? If so, that’s good because when the reverse is true, our death rates are 75 percent higher. Is this a close call for you? If so, get moving. Now, sad news. It’s true; people can function in today’s world without printed materials. News, sports, business reports are available anywhere and everywhere without a whisp of ink. Even long-form prose can be had through your Kindle or iPad. But ink is good for the soul. There is nothing like the smell of a new book and little as satisfying as a morning in a quiet house with a newspaper and a cup of coffee. Also of note, printed material requires no electronic support to interface directly with the eye. And few possessions are as precious as pass-along books. After they find their way into your home, they entertain and remind you of your friends in the same
moment. Later it’s both pleasure and pain to part with them as you pass them on. My current favorite pass-along comes to me from my daughter. “The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Society” honors the value of courtesy and friendships, common sense in hardship and is told through letters between its characters. It reminded me how much I enjoy hand-written letters. I can’t remember when I last wrote or received one. I once had a pen pal (not a felon) who regularly sent me Aerogrammes from Little Chalfont, near Rickmansworth, U.K. His letters of daily life were a far cry from “Hi whre R U?? Miss U. :)” of today’s text messages. Much like letters, libraries are treasure we tend to forget. They are places of learning and refuge from inclement weather and hot summer heat. As a boy, I just about lived at my local library. I could read right there, as well as take out. One discovery that gave me great pleasure was opening a book to see who had checked it out. I frequently found youngsters I knew and admired had inscribed their names on the yellowing book cards where I now made my mark. So much for idle summer musings. In this issue, we look at tomorrow’s jobs, celebrate writers and libraries, finding new friends in our senior years and good steaks. Dig in. We hope you’ll find that we have served you well as friends and neighbors because, like you, we embrace Inland Living.
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‘THE WHO’S TOMMY’ THROUGH JULY 31 – A teen/young adult production. Seventh Street Theatre, 13123 Seventh St., Chino; 909-590-1149, www.chinocommunitytheatre.org. Also: “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest,” Sept. 10-Oct. 2. ‘THE LITTLE MERMAID’ THROUGH AUG. 8 – Journey beneath the waves for a wacky new take on the classic Hans Christian Anderson tale. 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: “Pursued A Jonah Story,” Aug. 21-Sept. 19. ‘ONCE UPON A MATTRESS’ THROUGH AUG. 15 – A twist on a familiar fairytale, “The Princess and the Pea,” comes to life with music and side-splitting shenanigans. Candlelight Pavilion Dinner Theatre, 455 W. Foothill Blvd., Claremont; 909-626-1254, www.candlelightpavilion.com. Also: “Will Rogers Follies,” Aug. 20-Sept. 26. SUMMER MUSIC FESTIVAL THROUGH AUG. 20 – 87th season features concer ts by various groups, productions and a presentation of the classic Tony Award winner “The Music Man.” Redlands Bowl, 25 Grant St.; 909-793-7316, www.redlandsbowl.org. REDLANDS THEATRE FESTIVAL THROUGH AUG. 21 – “Pump Boys and Dinettes,” “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee,” “Scapino,” “All the King’s Women” and “Steel Magnolias” performed in reper tory under the stars. Prospect Park, Cajon Street at W. Highland Avenue, Redlands; 8:30 p.m. showtime; $18; 909-389-3292, 909-792-0562, www.r tfseason.org. ‘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; 909-865-3146, www.ceramicmuseum.org. ‘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. ‘GENERATIONS OF SYMBOLS’ THROUGH OCT. 17 – Exhibit featuring more than 100 Morongo Band of Mission Indian baskets, which reflect several Southern
PAT BENATAR JULY 30 – Performing with Neil Giraldo. Pechanga Resor t & Casino, 45000 Pechanga Parkway, near Temecula; 8 p.m.; $85-$120; 877-711-2946, www.pechanga.com. Also: Rob Thomas, Aug. 6; Billy Idol, Steve Stevens, Aug. 11 and 13; Chris Isaak, Aug. 20; The Beach Boys, Aug. 22; Brian Regan, Aug. 27; Engelber t Humperdinck, Aug. 28; Malo, Tierra and El Chicano, Sept. 3; Doobie Brothers, Sept. 10; Colbie Caillat, Sept. 12; Foreigner, Sept. 24; Kathy Griffin, Sept. 25; Benise, Oct. 9. California basketry traditions. San Bernardino County Museum, 2024 N. Orange Tree Lane, Redlands; 909-307-2669, www.sbcountymuseum.org.
3580 Mission Inn Ave.; 951-826-5273, www.riversideca.gov/museum. ‘GEM OF THE FOOTHILLS’ of the interpretive exhibits focusing on local and regional history. Museum of History and Ar t, 225 S. Euclid Ave., Ontario; noon to 4 p.m. ThursdaysSundays; free; 909-395-2510. Also: “Ontario Invitational Ar t Exhibition,” a rich example of the region’s contemporary ar t, Aug. 13-Sept. 26; “Telling What We See,” storytelling with ar t on exhibit with teaching ar tist Angela Lloyd, Sept. 19. ONGOING – One
‘STAR TREK THE EXHIBITION’ Gene Roddenberry’s vision of the future through an exhibit that features the largest collection 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, THROUGH FEB. 28 – Experience
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ANNA BARBARA JULY 24 – Concer t featuring the Mexican songwriter, producer and Grammynominated recording ar tist. Primm Valley Casino Resor ts, Interstate 15 at the California/Nevada state line; 8 p.m.; $38.45-$54.95; 800-745-3000, www.primmvalleyresor ts.com. Also: Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, July 31; The O’Jays, Aug. 7; Ted Nugent, Aug. 14; Lonestar, Aug. 21; Patti LaBelle, Sept. 11; John Michael Montgomery, Sept. 25; Howie Mandel, Oct 9; Paul Anka, Oct. 23.
B.B. KING AUG. 12 – In concer t with Buddy Guy. San Manuel Indian Bingo & Casino, 777 San Manuel Blvd., Highland; doors open at 6:30 p.m.; $45-$65; 800-359-2464, www.sanmanuel.com. Also: Jeffrey Osborne, Peabo Bryson, Freddie Jackson and Howard Hewett, July 29; Funk Fest featuring Morris Day, Lakeside, Klymaxx, Bar-Kays and Slave, Aug. 26.
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MARTINA MCBRIDE JULY 24 – Concer t featuring the country music singer-songwriter. Agua Caliente Casino Resor t Spa, 32-250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage; 8 p.m.; 888-999-1995, www.hotwatercasino.com. Also: REO Speedwagon, July 30; Ringo Starr & His All Starr Band, Aug. 5; Ted Nugent, Aug. 13; Billy Idol, Aug. 20; Huey Lewis & The News, Aug. 27; Celtic Woman, Sept. 3-4; The Beach Boys, Sept. 11; Sheryl Crow, Sept. 18; LeAnn Rimes, Oct. 9; Here Come the Mummies, Oct. 30.
SCORPIONS JULY 29 – Concer t featuring the king of traditional ranchera music, who has sold more than 50 million albums. Citizens Business Bank Arena, 4000 Ontario Center Parkway, Ontario; 8 p.m.; $69.50-$200; 909-484-2020, www.cbbankarena.com. Also: Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus, July 21-25; Bob Dylan, John Mellencamp, Aug. 19; Professional Bull Riding, Aug. 28-29; Street League Skateboarding DC Pro Tour, Sept. 11; Make a Difference tour featuring TobyMac, Michael W. Smith and Third Day, Oct. 16; Los Angeles Lakers vs. Golden State Warriors, Oct. 22; Justin Bieber, Oct. 24; Andre Rieu, Dec. 2. FAIRPLEX – Twilight Cruise, Aug. 4 and 25; Aquarium and Pond Expo, L.A. Pet Fair and Reptile Super Show, Aug. 7-8; Vans Warped Tour, Aug. 11; EXIT One Love For Chi concer t, Aug. 14; Auto Swap Meet, Aug. 15; Computer Fair, Aug. 21-22. Fairplex, 1101 W. McKinley Ave., Pomona; www.fairplex.com.
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– Arnez J, July 30-Aug. 1; Eric Schwar tz, Aug. 5; Paul Rodriguez, Aug. 6-8; “Vagina Dialogues,” Aug. 11; Christopher Titus, Aug. 12-15; The Dir ty Show with Cory & Chad, Aug. 18; Kevin Har t, Aug. 19-22; 99.1 KGGI Comedy, Aug. 24; Spicy Latino Night, Aug. 25; Gabriel Iglesias, Aug. 26-Sept. 5; Craig Shoemaker, Sept. 9-12. The Improv, 4555 Mills Circle, Ontario; 909-484-5411, www.ontarioimprov.com.
GOLDEN BOYS AUG. 8 – Frankie Avalon, Fabian and Bobby Rydell in concer t. Morongo Casino Resor t and Spa, 4955 Seminole Drive, Cabazon; 8 p.m.; $55; 888-667-6646, www.morongocasinoresor t.com. Also: Enrique Iglesias, July 23; Michael Bolton, Aug. 15; Bill Maher, Aug. 28; Melissa Etheridge, Sept. 1; Engelber t Humperdinck, Sept. 11.
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‘TUESDAYS WITH MORRIE’ AUG. 13-22 – An adaptation of spor tswriter Mitch Albom’s inspirational memoir that explores culture, family and the meaning of life. The Grove Theatre, 276 E. Ninth St., Upland; $20-$25; 909-920-4343, www.grovetheatre.com. Also: “Sor t of a Love Story,” July 23-Aug. 8.
The Hold Steady, Aug. 26; The Juliana Theory, Aug. 27; Boris, Aug. 28; Men, Sept. 1; Tyrone Wells, Sept. 2; Ariel Pink, Sept. 11; Autolux, Sept. 17; Nekromantix, Sept. 18; The Dir ty Projectors, Sept. 23. The Glass House, 200 W. Second St., Pomona; www.theglasshouse.us.
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FILM & MUSIC FESTIVAL annual Temecula Valley Film & Music Festival, featuring screenings, concer ts, workshops and more. Venues include the Movie Experience at Tower Plaza, Pechanga Resor t & Casino, Temecula; 951-699-5514, www.tviff.com. SEPT. 15-19 – 16th
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. ‘RAIN’ SEPT. 24-26 – A
NASCAR SPRINT CUP OCT. 8-10 – A big weekend of racing action is on tap, star ting with NASCAR qualifying, Oct. 8; the Campingworld.com 300, Oct. 9; and the Pepsi Max 400, Oct. 10. Auto Club Speedway, 9300 Cherry Ave., Fontana; $35-$105 for the Pepsi Max 400; 909-429-5060, www.autoclubspeedway.com.
‘EVEN BETTER THAN THE REAL THING’ AUG. 23-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. ‘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. L.A. COUNTY FAIR SEPT. 4-OCT. 3 – The largest county fair
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in Nor th America is back. Returning attractions include the Flower and Garden Pavilion, California’s Heritage Square, Esmeralda’s Traveling Circus and Jurassic Planet. Concer t acts to be announced. Opening weekend specials include $1 admission 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 4-6. Other discounts available through McDonald’s and Ralphs. Fairplex, 1101 W. McKinley Ave., Pomona; $12-$17, $7-$12 for ages 6-12; 909-865-4590, www.lacountyfair.com. ROUTE 66 RENDEZVOUS SEPT. 16-19 – 21st 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 to 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.
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. Also: “The Color Purple,” Oct. 29-31. SHERIFF’S RODEO SEPT. 24-26 – 11th annual 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. SAN BERNARDINO SYMPHONY OCT. 9 – Beethoven’s Symphony No. 7 and other popular classics in an homage to Maestro Carlo Ponti’s first concer t with the symphony a decade ago. California Theatre of the Performing Ar ts, 562 W. Four th St., San Bernardino; 8 p.m.; $65-$210; 909-381-5388, www.sanbernardinosymphony.org. Also: Encore performance 3 p.m. Oct. 10 at Our Lady of the Lake Church, Lake Arrowhead. THE NATIONAL OCT. 16 – Featuring Owen Pallett. The Fox Theater, 301 S. Garey Ave. Pomona; 9 p.m.; $32.50-$47.50; www.foxpomona.com. NHRA STREET LEGAL DRAGS OCT. 30 – Race your own car on the strip, not on the street. Event returns Dec. 4. Auto Club Speedway, 9300 Cherry Ave., Fontana; 6 a.m.; $20 per par ticipant; $10 per spectator, children 12 and younger free; 909-429-5060, www.autoclubspeedway.com.
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The phlegmy voice of a generation, Bob Dylan is making his Ontario debut Aug. 19 at Citizens Business Bank Arena. I think this says more about us than it does about him. Where would he have performed prior to this, Gardiner Spring Auditorium? The Granada? (Not that those wouldn’t be cool shows.) At 69, Bob Dylan surely needs no introduction. Or does he? Ironically, perhaps it’s the older crowd, the one that doesn’t pay much attention to music anymore, that needs to be brought up to date on the Bobster’s activities. Yes, he hit his peak as a cultural force in the mid-1960s. After a resurgence in the mid-1970s, he seemed to lose his way.
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But in the 1990s, his barnstorming live shows got livelier and attracted a younger crowd hungry for a Grateful Dead-type experience. This attention, and affection, seemed to rejuvenate Dylan’s songwriting and free him from the shackles of audience expectation. Three acclaimed albums in a row — “Time Out of Mind,” “Love and Theft” and “Modern Times” — bore comparisons to his mid-’60s string, and he also released a volume of memoirs to a rapturous reception. I’ve seen His Bobness a dozen times, in venues ranging from stadiums to county fairs to intimate clubs. The last time was in 2005 at the Pantages, with Merle Haggard also on the concert bill. Driving to Hollywood in rush hour, in the rain, took 2½ hours. (It was worth it.) Now it’ll be nice to see Bob Dylan again — right here at home.
The Lewis Family Playhouse celebrates its fifth year with a diverse entertainment lineup that includes chart-topping musicians, theater productions, comedy, dance, magic and more. The landmark season opens Sept. 11 with Loverboy, the 1980s band that turned “Heaven in Your Eyes” and “Working for the Weekend” into hits. Other concerts during the 2010-11 season include performances by Asleep at the Wheel, Irish tenor Michael Londra, the Glenn Miller Orchestra, and the six-man a cappella vocal ensemble M-Pact. There also will be a multimedia tribute to the King of Pop, Michael Jackson. Children and their parents will delight in the first of three MainStreet Theatre Company presentations, “Lilly’s Purple Plastic Purse.” On stage Oct. 2-17, it’s an enchanting, whimsical adaptation of Kevin Henkes’ books about a boisterous young mouse. Just in time for Election Day, The Capitol Steps return Oct. 23 with their special brand of political satire. They present the funny side of current events. The Mariachi Divas, Lula Washington Dance Theatre, illusionist Jason Bishop and Vicki Lawrence also are on tap. The 536-seat Lewis Family Playhouse is part of the three-acre, 89,000-square-foot Victoria Gardens Cultural Center in Rancho Cucamonga. The box office is open from noon to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Lewis Family Playhouse, 12505 Cultural Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga; 909-477-2752, www.lewisfamilyplayhouse.com.
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ornings start early for Elita Loresca. The alarm sounds at 1:30, and she’s out the door of her La Verne home by 2 a.m. After arriving at the KNBC studios in Burbank, it’s time to catch up on the news, prepare the weather report and graphics, have her hair and makeup done, and then be ready to go on the air by 4:30 a.m. when cameras light up for Channel 4’s first newscast of the morning, “Today in L.A.” A few hours later, when many are heading out the door for work or school, Loresca has already put in a full day. “By 8 o’clock,” she said, “I’m like, ‘OK, it’s almost dinner time!’” For viewers, Loresca is easy to wake up to. She was voted America’s sexiest newscaster in a FHM readers poll in 2006, when she was the morning weathercaster in Miami. But the Philippines-born beauty is more than just a pretty face; she’s a seasoned weather veteran. In 2004, during her first year in Miami, there were 26 named storms, including Hurricane Frances, which was headed toward central Florida on Loresca’s first day on the job. The next year brought the most active Atlantic hurricane season in history — with hurricanes Rita, Wilma and Katrina among the most damaging. Loresca spent much of that summer reporting from the National Hurricane Center in Miami.
Because she grew up in the Southland, when Loresca returned in October 2007 and started working at KNBC, she already knew her weather reports would involve much more than day after day simply saying, “Sunny with a high in the 80s.” “Many people think Southern California doesn’t have weather, and when you compare it to other parts of the nation, it’s true,” Loresca said. “But when we have storms, man, can they create just complete chaos — whether it’s out there on the streets with traffic, flooding, mudslides or what have you.” As with other morning shows, the news on “Today in L.A.” is mixed with plenty of on-air conversation between the anchors. Sports is a frequent topic. Loresca’s an avid fan and a participant, too. She played sports throughout her four years at Chino High School. Saturday morning basketball practices weren’t so bad when they were followed by breakfast at Chino Burgers, which was a popular hangout for the players. Loresca was a Lakers enthusiast during the Magic Johnson era, but was turned off a few years later when Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O’Neal started wrestling for control of the team. “Their rivals became each other — who made the most money or who got the ball more — and not the Celtics or the Knicks,” she said. So, like her boyfriend of nine years, who was born in Detroit, she started following teams from the Motor City — the Pistons, Tigers and even the lowly Lions. “Southern California is a melting pot of people who have moved here from different parts of the nation,” Loresca said. “They aren’t all in love with the Lakers, so I feel like I represent them. I get feedback from people who appreciate that I’m not on that bandwagon just because I live here.” Despite being a recognizable television personality, Loresca says she’s really just “a normal person.” She likes to garden, go to the gym and take an occasional nap in the afternoon. Loresca and her boyfriend, now fiancé, are getting married in September in Orange County. They both enjoy listening to music, so Rhino Records and the Hip Kitty Jazz & Fondue Lounge in Claremont are among their favorite hangouts. But they rarely go out at night when she has to be on-set early the next morning. “I’m in bed by 7 p.m., so you could imagine that during the week I don’t have much of a life,” she said. At right, Elita Loresca relaxing on the grounds of the Padua Hills Theatre in Claremont. Photo by Priscilla Iezzi • makeup by christina M. gaudy/cmg cosmetics
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eenaged adventurer Marty McFly Jr.’s experience of 2015 in “Back to the Future Part II” had bullies chasing him on hoverboards and a supervisor firing him through video conferencing. Hoverboards have yet to catch on, but the movie’s creators had the right idea in other ways: faster, flashier gadgets and communications are the future. And more sophisticated connections and technology is expected to set the pace for job growth in the Inland Empire. Network systems and data communications analysts will be the fastest-growing occupations in the Inland Empire, according to the state Employment Development Department. “It’s not just communications. It’s cell phones, Twitter, the Internet,” said Tom Munnerlyn, director of career services at Cal Poly Pomona. “It’s taking all those things and making them faster, easier to use.” Population changes, particularly involving the aging baby boomers, are expected to push the region’s job growth in areas such as health care and home assistance. And energy-related and green sectors are set to do much to ease the construction employment woes of the region. High-tech
With the continued growth of all things having to do with computers and communications, there will be the need to protect against increasingly sophisticated and skillful hacking. That’s where Cal Poly Pomona has stepped in. The university in recent years has been hosting cyber attack competitions meant to prepare its students for the real world of computer security. “People are getting better at hacking in,” Munnerlyn said. “Even at the Pentagon people from other countries are hacking in, watching all the information going back and forth. Companies and the government are spending a lot of money training people to design programs to protect against that.” Cyber security includes protecting the general
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population against identity theft and the retrieval of personal information from places such as online bank accounts. The demand is high in both the private and public sectors, Cal Poly Pomona says. Last year, six Cal Poly Pomona students studying computer security were hired by the aerospace defense giant Boeing. Gregory Carlton, director of the school’s computer forensics program, also is seeing an increasing demand for students specializing in work with law enforcement and the judicial system to figure out an event after it’s happened. “We’re in two worlds that are expanding,” Carlton said. “Everyone recognizes we’re in the information age. We use computers for every aspect of our lives. In addition, we’re in a litigious age. It makes computer forensics an expanding field.” Forensic science technicians are expected to be the third-fastest growing occupation in California, according to the EDD. Health care
An aging population of baby boomers is expected to lead to a 43 percent jump in workers 55 years or older by 2018, the Bureau of Labor Statistics said. Boomers have a hand in the fact that registered nurses and home health aides are projected to be the two fastest-growing occupations in the U.S., as projected by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. “We have baby boomers coming our way,” said Amabel Nugpo, owner of Rancho Cucamong-based Vanura Homehealth Services Inc. “Financially for Medicare, it’s cheaper to hire home health nurses than to go to the hospital back and forth.” The service industry — including home assistance in support of medical professionals — was the only area to add jobs in Riverside and San Bernardino counties during the recession of the last two years, says Evgeniya Lindstrom, interim director for the Center of Excellence at the San Bernardino
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Amabel Nugpo and her husband founded Vanura Homehealth Services to provide health care services in the homes of patients.
Community College District. By 2018, the U.S. workforce is expected to add 461,000 home health aides, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Brian Woolverton, who owns Right At Home, a Covina-based private home care provider, became interested in home care for the elderly when his father-in-law died and his mother-in-law began to suffer from Alzheimer’s disease. He had previously worked in customer service. “I decided this was the right career change, to go back to helping people and especially the senior population,” Woolverton said. “I don’t think they’re as revered as they should be.” Woolverton, who employs about 40 certified nursing assistants to assist a largely elderly clientele, expects the field to grow substantially with the number of aging baby boomers as well as increasing public interest in the idea of home health care. “It is unlimited at this point,” he said. “With the amount of people living longer, everybody talks about the boomer generation coming of age. The whole
Brian Woolverton, owner of Right at Home, a Corona-based private home care provider
idea of staying at home versus staying at a facility is a lot more appealing and in a lot of cases more cost-effective.” Baby boomers include the large group of people born between the mid-1940s and 1960s.
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Health sector observers believe nursing and health support services have a prolonged future of growth in the next five to 10 years. But in the current economy, baby boomers are not retiring, leading to a shortage of job openings in such fields as nursing. “Some have lost retirement due to the stock market. For others, the spouse is not working so they have to take full shifts,” said Wendy Dawson, a recruiter strategist with Loma Linda University Medical Center. “We’re seeing baby boomers still staying in when they’re expected to be retiring right now.” Manufacturing & construction
The large number of boomers in today’s workforce also is leading to worries that a gap in the workforce will appear when they retire in sectors lacking a supply of young workers to replace them. “There’s a dire shortage of certain workers, such as those in metalworking, using machinery, manufacturing,” said George Huang, an economist at the San Bernardino County Economic Development Agency. “What happened is many people haven’t been exposed to these careers.” Many schools stopped teaching classes such as metalworking, woodshop and autoshop — subjects that were once curriculum fixtures. And many high school graduates look to retail jobs, not realizing there are well-paying opportunities in a steel mill or warehousing, Huang says. As a result, companies fear that baby boomer retirement spells trouble for the workforce. “Employers tell us they’ll have a problem in five to 10 years when their workforce will retire and there are no new workers,” Huang said. “What people consider bluecollar work is no longer blue collar. They require knowledge in operating machinery. These jobs don’t require a college education, but they still pay very well.” A push for government incentives in the energy sector has in recent months created a flurry of excitement around green employment prospects in the Inland Empire.
homes for energy efficiency. Dan Thomsen, president of Los Angelesbased The Building Doctors, is working to open a San Bernardino office. His company, a home performance contractor, seeks to bring energy efficiency to homes. “There’s a lot of free training in San Bernardino. I was impressed,” Thomsen said. “I want to be a part of this.” California green businesses jumped 45 percent in number and 36 percent in employment between 1995 and 2008, says a survey by the nonpartisan group Next 10 and the California research organization Collaborative Economics. While employment declined by 1 percent between 2007 and 2008, green jobs continued to grow by 5 percent, research found. Computer software engineers, skin care specialists and funeral service workers are other jobs expected to grow the fastest between now and 2016 in San Bernardino and Riverside counties.
In May, the House of Representatives passed the Home Star Energy Retrofit Act, widely known as “cash for caulkers.” The bill encourages homeowners to make energy-efficient home upgrades, such as insulating and stopping air leaks, in return for government rebates. Such activity will reinvigorate the construction and manufacturing industries, proponents say. That bodes well for the Inland Empire’s hard-hit construction sector since homeowners in the region tend to operate their homes at the top tiers of energy usage in the summer. The bill has moved to the Senate. “We know construction is important for the Inland Empire,” said Lindstrom, with the San Bernardino Community College District. “The funds are there to support the industry, which is the energy-savings side of the construction industry.” Chaffey College began a new program in the summer to train people to audit
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For-profits offer options in career training By REBECCA U. CHO
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enny De La Mora wanted to finish her bachelor’s degree, but also held a full-time job. She turned to a for-profit school to meet her needs. The reason was simple: convenience. “It’s a little bit more expensive, but when you’re at a point when you want to obtain a degree as soon as possible, you’re willing to fork up the money,” said De La Mora, a Rancho Cucamonga resident. In recent years for-profit colleges and trade schools, such as DeVry University, ITT Technical Institute and West Coast Ultrasound Institute, have grown rapidly in both enrollment and revenue despite their higher costs compared with community or state schools, a trend that continued during the recession. The flexibility of these programs along with the optimistic outlook for jobs in programs such as in health care and information technology are driving enrollment, industry observers say. De La Mora, who started attending the University of La Verne this summer, could not get into the classes she was looking for at the community-college level. She also wanted a school that offered online courses. De La Mora works as a business services specialist at the Workforce Investment Board of San Bernardino County. “For-profit schools benefit because they’re most likely to have online programs, and they have flexible schedules that cater to working adults,” said Trace A. Urdan, a research analyst on for-profit education at Signal Hill. “Traditional schools haven’t adapted well to that audience.” These for-profit institutions also have seen a continued increase in demand during the recession, Urdan says. “These for-profit schools tend to be countercyclical,” Urdan said. “The more vocational they are, the more it’s true.” For-profit institutions also have grown
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Students practice with an ultrasound machine at West Coast Ultrasound Institute in Ontario.
in profits, pulling in $14 billion in revenue during the 2006-07 school year, according to the U.S. Department of Education. Seven years earlier, these schools posted $4.3 billion in revenue. Undergraduate students at for-profit schools pay an average of $24,700 annually in tuition and fees, compared with $12,100 on average at public schools, according to the Department of Education. For-profit institutions operate under private, profit-seeking companies. An aging baby boomer population along with a shortage of doctors in coming years will fuel job growth in health-related jobs including medical support staff such as dental assistants and home-care aids. These programs have increased in demand at for-profit schools. DeVry Inc., which has campuses in Pomona and Colton, runs health programs that made up 26 percent of the company’s revenue in 2009.
In San Bernardino County, the unemployment rate, which remains higher than state and national rates, has added to the appeal of vocational schools. “For people who are unemployed, the ITTs, DeVrys, they’re really concentrated on occupations,” said Nick DeMartz, business services supervisor at the county’s Workforce Investment Board. “If I want to be a computer programmer, I can go to those. I can get in, get through the training quickly, and hopefully find employment.” Critics of for-profit schools say they exaggerate the value of the degrees they award, leaving students deep in debt. The federal government is looking to introduce a “gainful employment” rule that would prohibit vocational schools from allowing students to incur more debt than the degree is worth based on salaries.
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shared vision of two renowned professionals in medical imaging, the West Coast Ultrasound Institute is launching health-care careers in a dynamic, fast-paced industry that continues to grow especially with the new Obama health-care plan. WCUI offers specialized training in the areas of medical assistance, vocational nursing, magnetic resonance imaging, cardiovascular echosonography, diagnostic medical sonography, pediatric cardiac ultrasound and congenital heart disease. Since cofounders Dr. Neville Smith and Myra Chason first opened its doors in 1998, the nationally ACCSC accredited, Beverly Hills-based private vocational school has expanded its reach with the construction of two satellite campuses, one locally in Myra Chason Ontario and the other in Phoenix, AZ. Now the largest of the Institute’s three locations, the roughly 30,000-square-foot Ontario facility houses spacious, state-of-the-art classrooms and laboratories which serve more than 60 qualified instructors and 300 students. Under the watchful eyes of campus director and CEO Myra Chason, COO Dr. William Currey and director of education Dr. Emad Mishriki, the next generation of medical professionals will be prepared to face the challenges of an entry level sonographer or technologist. According to Chason, they’re the product of WCUI’s winning combination of low student-to-teacher ratios, hands-on methods and an innovative style of teaching. “At the heart of our philosophy is the belief that people must be excited and motivated enough to learn whatever it is they need to know,” she said.
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Dr. Sangeeta Mehta Ph.D. works with students at West Coast Ultrasound Institute.
“We blend education with entertainment through the use of roleplaying, live presentations and other interactive approaches so students can actually enjoy the process while also refining their technical skills.” Aside from being entirely owned and operated by professional radiologists, cardiologists and technologists with years of field experience, WCUI is affiliated with approximately 150 hospitals and imaging centers across Southern California including UCLA Medical Center, USC University Hospital, Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles, Corona Regional Hospital and Chino Valley Medical Center. Such remarkable distinctions allow the school’s aspiring health-care workers to not only draw from a vast pool of existing knowledge but also to apply what they’ve learned in real-life clinical settings. “Our students receive focused help from qualified teachers and develop a thorough understanding of the human body and its sonographic presentations,” Chason said. “By the time they start their clinical rotations, they’ve nearly perfected their craft and can concentrate on administering quality patient care as well as securing permanent positions at these facilities in the future.”
“We are pleased to announce that we received approval by the ACCSC accrediting agency to offer two degreegranting programs,” she added, which means students graduate not only with a diploma in their field but also with an AA degree. With financial aid, test preparation, off-site training and job placement strategies in place, WCUI is turning its attention toward meeting basic health needs in the community. Each campus now operates a low-cost imaging center for uninsured patients. Cardiovascular stress testing, pediatric cardiac evaluation, vascular and diagnostic medical sonograms, muscular skeletal and obstetric/ gynecological ultrasounds are just a few of the exams performed by WCUI trainees under the strict supervision of instructors — the results of which are then interpreted by the center’s board certified radiologists and cardiologists. “It’s really a great learning experience for students, and patients absolutely love the level of personalized care they receive,” Chason said.
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estern University of Health Sciences is celebrating an unprecedented year of growth and achievement. The Pomona-based nonprofit health professions university opened four colleges during the 2009-10 academic year, introduced a groundbreaking interprofessional education (IPE) curriculum and completed a $100-million campus expansion project. “This year marks the dawn of a new era at WesternU, one that will expand and deepen our impact on health care in the community and around the globe,” said WesternU President Philip Pumerantz, PhD. Students began their spring semester in the newly opened, 180,000-squarefoot Health Education Center, which features two 356-seat lecture halls, small group learning rooms for the IPE curriculum, teaching laboratories in dental medicine and optometry, research laboratories, commons areas, conference rooms and faculty offices. The IPE program brings together students from nine campus disciplines — osteopathic medicine, physical therapy, physician assistant, graduate nursing, pharmacy, veterinary medicine, dental medicine, optometry and podiatric medicine — to learn about other professions and to provide and promote a team approach to patient
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care and health-care management, leading to improved patient care. This collaborative spirit will benefit Pomona and the Inland Empire in the Patient Care Center, which opened in May. The first floor houses the WesternU Pharmacy and the WesternU Eye Care Center. The second floor is home to the WesternU Medical Center and WesternU Foot & Ankle Center, as well as the Interprofessional Diagnostic Suites. The third floor is home to the WesternU Dental Center, which will open in the summer of 2010, and also the shared Central Sterilization and Processing area. WesternU also completed the second year of its Pomona Health Career Ladder (PHCL), a partnership with the Pomona Unified School District and Cal Poly Pomona that brings sixth- and seventh-graders to the WesternU campus for monthly workshops that teach them about opportunities in health sciences. PHCL and WesternU students learned from each other this year, with PHCL students participating in the Standardized Patients program that allows WesternU students to test their knowledge with “real” patients. WesternU also was named to the 2009 President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll with
Distinction for its commitment to volunteering, service learning and civic engagement. The Corporation for National and Community Service, which administers the annual Honor Roll award, recognized more than 700 colleges and universities for their impact on issues from poverty and homelessness to environmental justice. On campuses across the country, thousands of students joined their faculty to develop innovative programs and projects to meet local needs using the skills gained in their classrooms. At WesternU, 1,600 of the University’s 2,700 students engaged in some form of volunteer or servicelearning activity in 2009, including 300 who engaged in more than 20 hours of community service per semester. Services to the community provided by WesternU students included Pomona Community Health Action Team health fairs, homeless shelter clinics, Santa’s Workshop (which provides holiday gifts and a meal to at-risk youth), and the Pomona Health Career Ladder. Western University of Health Sciences 309 E. Second St., Pomona, CA 91766 909-623-6116, www.westernu.edu
careers | finding work
Improving the odds How to tune up job application, resume and interview skills By Amy Bentley
‘H
onesty is the best policy” is an old cliché that applies to job-hunters, too. We went to employment recruiters at three of the Inland Empire’s largest employers, asking them for advice on resumes, interviews and applications, and all agreed that honesty is critical in every aspect of the job hunt — from filling out applications online to the face-to-face job interview. “The biggest thing to me, quite frankly, is to be honest. Be honest and complete in your application or resume,” said Tammy Ballesteros, employment division chief for the county of San Bernardino, which employs 19,000 people and is the county’s largest employer. “We do background checks for our new hires so it’s always in the best interest of the applicant to be upfront about what we are going to discover in a background check anyway,” she added. “If I do a background check and find out they are dishonest, I’m going to have a hard time hiring them.” Honesty includes disclosing criminal convictions, she adds. After landing an interview, be honest with the interviewer, says Wendy Dawson, a recruiter/strategist with Loma Linda University Medical Center, which employs 13,000 people at several Inland Empire facilities. “Be yourself. Don’t try to project yourself better than you are. There is no need to
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Tammy Ballesteros, the Human Resources Department employment division chief for the County of San Bernardino, left, looks over job applications with Human Resources analyst Aisha Weaver. Photo by Al Cuizon
exaggerate,â&#x20AC;? said Dawson, adding that interviewers can tell if a job candidate is exaggerating. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There are key words we are trained to listen for. If they hit Wendy Dawson those key words, we know they are not giving us the true story.â&#x20AC;? Many large employers, including San Bernardino County and hospitals such as Loma Linda and San Antonio Community Hospital in Upland, require job hunters to fill out applications, often online; a resume may be attached or turned in at the interview. Recruiters say itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s critical to fill out the job application fully, correctly and
honestly, as this is your first impression. Both Dawson and Marina Karkas, a recruiter with SACH, which has 2,000 employees, advised applicants not to apply for jobs unless they are qualified. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We went over 100,000 applications last year across the board, and 80 percent were not qualified (for the job they sought),â&#x20AC;? Dawson said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The No. 1 thing is to have a good application filled out completely. (Many) applicants donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t include the nature of the duties in their current or former positions, theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll just put â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;pharmacist.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our positions are specific. (Applicants often) donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t put their licenses or education, or they wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t put a job title so we canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t figure out what theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re doing.â&#x20AC;? Karkas looks for complete applications, and if there are gaps in employment, they need to be explained. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Maybe someone had a child or went to school or there were family issues,â&#x20AC;? she
said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We look for reasons why someone left their last job.â&#x20AC;? Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a red flag if an applicant has been at many jobs for just a short time. Applicants Marina Karkas should explain why; perhaps the job wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t what the applicant had expected. Due to the economy, long periods of unemployment are common for people these days and are not necessarily a strike against an applicant. That said, Ballesteros believes it helps if job candidates can talk about something productive or educational they have done while job-hunting, such as taking a class or volunteering.
Job-hunting tips Resume â&#x20AC;&#x201C; It should sell your strengths and qualifications. s 3TATE YOUR OBJECTIVE INCLUDE CONTACT INFORMATION LIST EDUCATION BE ORGANIZED AND provide specific information THAT SHOWS YOUR SUITABILITY for the position. s )NCLUDE RELEVANT EXPERIENCE and achievements in reverse CHRONOLOGICAL ORDER WITH THE MOST RECENT JOB LISTED FIRST s &OR FORMAT KEEP THE SECTIONS CONSISTENT USE A COMMON FONT such as Arial or Times New 2OMAN IN OR POINT SIZE s 4RY TO KEEP THE RESUME TO ONE PAGE -AKE SURE IT IS FREE of spelling and grammatical errors. Before the interview â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Prepare. s (AVE A FEW ACCOMPLISHMENT stories you might discuss in the INTERVIEW AND EXPECT TO EXPLAIN THE SKILLS YOU USED s "E READY FOR OFTEN ASKED INTERVIEW QUESTIONS SUCH AS 7HY DO YOU WANT TO WORK HERE $ESCRIBE A SITUATION WHERE YOU HAVE DEMONSTRATED INITIATIVE FLEXIBILITY OR CUSTOMER SERVICE (OW HAVE YOU HANDED A DIFFICULT
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careers | jobs after 50
Encore
fulfillment
By SUZANNE SPROUL
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ncore careers aren’t just the exception anymore. Older workers, who planned to be putting the finishing touches on their retirement plans, now are facing the prospects of finding new jobs or starting over in new professions. Sometimes it is sweeter the second time around, but competing for work with younger job-seekers in an unforgiving economy takes a combination of luck and strategy in order to create a successful career curtain call. Sandee Hayden has faced this scenario, and she also finds herself counseling others in the same position. The Upland grandmother’s first official job, besides baby-sitting and helping out as a dental assistant, was as a flight attendant. She always has been in a profession that involves strong people skills, but it was five years ago when Hayden decided that she was more interested in making a difference in people’s lives than making money for companies. The 60-year-old turned to the Claremont nonprofit Community Senior Services, where she found a dream job and now couldn’t be happier. “I feel fortunate to be part of a team that is working with seniors in all aspects of their lives,” she said. “Volunteer opportunities really do keep them active, healthy and engaged.” While Hayden is part of a generation of workers who kept their jobs for years, not
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Sandee Hayden, director of RSVP, helps people still trying to find jobs after turning 50.
everyone shares that story — including her. “My sister is about to retire after teaching 40 years at the same school, but I’ve worked at many jobs during my life in various careers,” said Hayden, director of RSVP, a program sponsored by Claremont’s Community Senior Services, which is celebrating its 35th anniversary this fall. RSVP has 550 members who provide nearly 100,000 hours of service
locally. Hayden identifies with people who regularly come in looking for career guidance either because of a job loss or a desire for something different. “Boomers have so much to offer, and the country needs to understand their value,” she said. “Many of us are finding that these encore careers are much more meaningful to us.” For example, two RSVP volunteers are
â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;I feel fortunate to be part of a team that is working with seniors in all aspects of their lives. Volunteer opportunities really do keep them active, healthy and engaged.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; enjoying new roles that are completely different from what they spent decades doing for a living. One man is a retired financial officer who now plays the piano at a local senior center, while another retired accountant savors the time he spends mentoring children in the Claremont Unified School District. These two men werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t seeking new careers, but many like them still are and Hayden often suggests volunteering with a nonprofit. â&#x20AC;&#x153;One, the nonprofits really need your time, energy and skills, and sometimes a job can follow,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You should find your passion, decide what you really like doing, and then find (a similar role at) a nonprofit. Volunteer to be on an advisory board or a board of
To learn more For more information about becoming a volunteer, Sandee Hayden suggests these websites: www.communityseniorservices.com www.volunteermatch.org www.encore.org
directors. It gives you a chance to continue to hone your skills, and you might get a job if there are openings and funding.â&#x20AC;? A growing number of Americans â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 1.6 million more than last year â&#x20AC;&#x201D; are signing up to become volunteers, according to Patrick Covington, chief executive officer for the Corporation for National and Community Services. Volunteering often fills a void in a
personâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life, but it also can provide a gateway for a job, Hayden says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Volunteers frequently are the first people considered because itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s already apparent whether they are a good fit,â&#x20AC;? she said. Her advice in a nutshell: prepare to share your skills, assessing them where needed, and then give your energy and enthusiasm. Be realistic about the time you have and then commit. Not only is Hayden experiencing a rewarding encore career, but she has a loving encore marriage, too. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I had an encore marriage at 55 years old to my brotherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best friend who I have known for 40 years, and now my greatest joy is being grandma to Matt, Jack, Claire, Rose and Ava,â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; she said.
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resources | our libraries
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By CARLA SANDERS
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uestion: What do community classes, computer courses, cultural arts events, musical jam sessions, craft programs and “Guitar Hero” have in common with the public library? Answer: Everything.
These days, all of the above are apt to be found in some form or another at libraries throughout the Inland Valley. The image of the library as a boring, dusty, arcane place that is solely about books has been replaced by vibrant hubs of community learning and experiences. And with the economy on the rocks for the past few years, libraries may offer the best value around. That seems to be the case in Rancho Cucamonga, which is home to two libraries. “Our usage is up about 23 percent over last year across the board,” reports Robert Karatsu, director for both facilities, each of which averages 1,000 visitors per day. He offers some additional statistics about last year: • 1.2 million items (books, videos, etc.) were checked out. • More than 100,000 people used one of the computers. • Library staff answered about 190,000 reference questions. • About 37,000 people came to the various library programs. Michelle Perera, assistant library director, adds that the two libraries combined offer about 100 programs each month for all ages, from baby and toddler storytimes and activities to events
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geared for teens to book clubs for adults. “For teens, these could be anything from game nights and board games to ‘Guitar Hero’ and ‘Dance Dance Revolution,’” she said. Some days, teens can bring in their own musical instruments and jam with people they’ve never met; right before the prom, ballroom dance classes are offered. The library also hosts quarterly cultural arts nights. The next one will be in September for Hispanic Heritage Month and will feature mariachis, folklorico dancers and craft programs. Technology plays a key role as well. The libraries have about 60 computers, which are put to good use by residents creating resumes and performing online job searches, among other tasks. The libraries also help residents expand their computer skills by offering classes in Microsoft Word, Power Point and general information. At the Lewis Library and Technology Center in Fontana, the name alone reveals much about this modern facility. Opened two years ago, the 93,000-square-foot building is a magnet for the community, with more than a million visitors last year. The library and its services are so popular, says Branch Manager Rosalyn Dones, that when new classes dealing with various forms of computer
Photos by Frank Perez
Fontana has one of the newest libraries in the area with welcoming spaces and high-tech facilities. At left is Rosalyn Dones.
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‘We have a lot of kids and teens doing homework, and we provide help with research and work study rooms.’ technology are offered, up to 200 people line up to try to get a spot in one of the 21-person courses. “Library usage is way up,” Dones said, in stark contrast to those who predict the end of bricks and mortar buildings as more of everything moves online. “But what we offer and people’s general love for the touch and smell of books, you can’t get online.” As in Rancho Cucamonga, what they offer is a smorgasbord of classes and courses to help provide information and improve the lives of residents. Among the more popular these days are classes in resume writing and online job search workshops. The library also offers a drop-in lab that helps people who perhaps have lost a job learn new skills and gain confidence with a computer. “We have a lot of kids and teens doing homework, and we provide Public libraries Chino Chino Branch Library 13180 Central Ave. 909-517-1525 San Bernardino County Library 13180 Central Ave. 909-465-5280 Chino Hills Chino Hills Public Library 2003 Grand Ave. 909-590-5380 Claremont Claremont Public Library 208 Harvard Ave. 909-621-4902 Fontana Lewis Library and Technology Center 8437 Sierra Ave. 909-574-4500
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help with research and work study rooms,” said Dones, who added that groups of students from Chaffey College frequently use the study rooms for projects. On the horizon, the library is creating a full-fledged career center, and collaborating with Chaffey College on a robotics camp that will allow kids from 8 to 20ish compete in teams by building robots and programming them to do tasks. “I see the future of the library as a place where people can get together and learn about what’s going on in their community and state; they can learn new technology for job searches and hopefully reinvent themselves. This is definitely a place for learning and imagination. And we’re hoping to help kids learn that their imagination can take them anywhere.”
In Rancho Cucamonga, library programs include special activities for children such as storytimes.
Photos courtesy Rancho Cucamonga Library
Montclair Montclair Public Library 9955 Fremont Ave. 909-624-4671
Upland Upland Public Library 450 N. Euclid Ave. 909-931-4200
Ontario Ontario Main Library 215 E. C St. 909-395-2004
What a deal
Colony High Branch Library 3850 E. Riverside Drive 909-395-2014 Pomona Pomona Public Library 625 S. Garey Ave. 909-620-2043 Rancho Cucamonga Archibald Library 7368 Archibald Ave. 909-477-2720 Paul A. Biane Library at Victoria Gardens 12500 Cultural Center Drive; 909-477-2720
The Rancho Cucamonga Public Library attaches these dollar values to the services it offers, mostly free of charge: 1 book borrowed: 1 magazine borrowed: 1 DVD borrowed: 1 book on CD borrowed: 1 hour of live homework help: 1 hour of library computer use: 1 hour of Wi-Fi use in the library: 1 reference question asked: Total value of services: To calculate your own usage, visit www.rcpl.lib.ca.us/librarycalculator.htm
$20 4 15 35 25 10 5 7 $121
Now digital and online: Local history By JOE BLACKSTOCK
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t’s not your father’s library any more. Public libraries, and especially those in Rancho Cucamonga and Pomona, have gone digital with some books, archives, oral histories and photographs now accessible from home via computer. One of the special programs being added to digital archives are oral histories taken from local residents of their recollections of the past through the California of the Past program from the California State Library. In that project, short stories are filmed, with photographs edited in, and they are made available through the library website. In Rancho Cucamonga, you can hear recollections of Councilman and former Fire Chief Dennis Michael about fighting the 2003 Grand Prix fire and John and Ollie Hauge remembering the Guasti Winery. The library is seeking additional “story-tellers” to add to this collection. The website is at http://www.rcpl.lib.ca.us/ stories.htm A similar program is available at the Pomona Public Library, which has been a leader in offering digital materials through its website. At Pomona, you can view all of famed photographer Burton Frasher’s 7,500 postcards held at the library as well as the artistry of the 3,500 citrus crate labels at the library. There’s also an array of historic photos of buildings, homes, portraits of key residents of the past and other landmarks of the area. You can view its collection of citrus industry photos and even read Pomona
A SAMPLING... Pomona history and classic art combine in the city’s digital collections online with the Pomona Public Library. Below, the Ganesha Park Plunge, built in 1915, in a Burton Frasher photo that is part of the Pomona Images Collection. Frasher, who had his business on Second Street, was a noted Pomona-based photographer who shot photos for postcards all over California and the Southwest. Also shown, local labels from the library’s Citrus Label Collection, also online.
Photos courtesy Pomona Public Library
...MORE COLLECTIONS In addition to Pomona and Rancho Cucamonga collections, the Claremont Colleges have digital collections online at http://ccdl.libraries.claremont.edu and the city of Claremont has its digital collection through the colleges at http://ccdl.libraries.claremont.edu. And the granddaddy of them all, the Library of Congress, has a wide array of digital offerings, including Dorothea Lange’s 1936 famous migrant mother photo and other Farm Security Administration photos at www.loc.gov/library/libarch-digital.html.
columns by Daily Bulletin columnists including David Allen and Joe Blackstock. The library’s latest project is digitizing Pomona history books in its collection. Access Pomona’s offerings at http://content.ci.pomona.ca.us/
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culture | authors in our midst
Inland Empire has the By JOHN WEEKS
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f the pen is mightier than the sword, the Inland Empire has a standing army of mighty warriors. It’s true. A host of literary figures have roots in the region. Acclaimed novelists Barbara Wood, Gayle Brandeis, Kathryn Lynn Davis and Susan Straight all live in Riverside. Straight is on the faculty at the University of California, Riverside, as are noted authors Chris Abani, Christopher Buckley, Mike Davis and Juan Felipe Herrera. Science fiction and fantasy author Tim Powers, a San Bernardino resident, is author of the 1987 novel “On Stranger
write stuff
Tides,” which has been optioned by Hollywood to form the basis of the fourth “Pirates of the Caribbean” movie starring Johnny Depp. Another San Bernardino author, Robert Reginald (real name Michael Burgess), has more than 100 fiction and non-fiction titles to his credit. He is a retired librarian at Cal State San Bernardino. The English Department at Cal State includes such literary notables as James Brown, author of “The Los Angeles Diaries” and “This River”; novelist Glen Hirshberg, author of “The Snowman’s Children” and “American Morons”; and poet Juan Delgado, whose works include “A Rush of Hands” and “El Campo.”
Redlands claims novelists Patricia Geary, Jack Lopez, Bruce McAllister and Lynn Flewelling. Prolific horror novelist Tamara Thorne, whose titles include “Bad Things” and “Thunder Road,” lives in Upland. Lee Gruenfeld, with homes in Lake Arrowhead and Palm Springs, writes bestsellers such as “Irreparable Harm” and “All Fall Down” under his real name, and sports-themed bestsellers such as “Scratch” and “The Green” under his pseudonym, Troon McAllister. There’s another long list of literary figures who are not current residents of the Inland Empire, but who have strong past connections with the region.
Best-selling novelist Joseph Wambaugh once lived in Fontana, where he worked as a fireman at Kaiser Steel. Charles Phoenix, humorist, stage Joseph Wambaugh entertainer and author of such books as “God Bless Americana” and “Southern Californialand,” was born and raised in Ontario. Dean Koontz lived for years in Big Bear Lake and set his thriller “Lightning” there. Kem Nunn, whose novels include “Pomona Queen” and whose TV writing Dean Koontz credits include “Deadwood” and “John from Cincinnati,” grew up in Pomona. Horror novelist Alexandra Sokoloff grew up in San Bernardino. Luis Rodriguez, author of the best-selling “Always Running: La Vida Loca, Gang Days in L.A.,” worked as a reporter at The Sun in 1980-82. Fantasy and science fiction novelist Barbara Hambly lived in Montclair, Riverside and Ontario. Screenwriters Les and Glen Charles, creators Barbara Hambly of the TV comedy classic “Cheers,” both attended the University of Redlands. Les tended bar at the Gay 90s Pizza Parlor near campus, and the tavern’s setting provided much of the inspiration for “Cheers,” he later said. James Fallows, author and former U.S. News and World Report editor,
grew up in Redlands. David Saylor, the American art director of the “Harry Potter” books, lived in San Bernardino. Authors of the past with ties to the Inland Empire include Riverside’s Harry Lawton, a longtime professor at the University of California at Riverside, who wrote the 1960 book, “Willie Boy: A Desert Manhunt.” The book inspired the 1969 movie “Tell Them Willie Boy Is Here,” starring Robert Redford. Mystery writer Erle Stanley Gardner, creator of the “Perry Mason” novels, which inspired the long-running TV series starring Raymond Burr, settled in Temecula in Riverside County, where he died in 1970. Raymond Chandler, creator of the Philip Marlowe detective novels, lived briefly at Big Bear Lake and set his 1943 novel “Lady in the Lake” there. It’s the only Philip Marlowe story that is not set in Los Angeles. Harold Bell Wright, one of the nation’s top-selling novelists of the early 1900s, also lived in Redlands. His “The Winning of Barbara Worth” (1912) was the first novel in history to sell a million copies. It inspired the 1926 movie of the same title that starred Gary Cooper. Helen Hunt Jackson, who lived for awhile in the Hemet/San Jacinto area, set her best-selling novel “Ramona” in the desert regions of San Bernardino and Riverside counties. Ina Coolbrith, who lived in San Bernardino during its pioneer days, became California’s first poet laureate, appointed to the post in 1915 by Gov. Hiram Warren Johnson. Even though she died in 1928, she still has an ardent fan base to this day (check out the Ina Coolbrith Circle at coolpoetry.org). John Weeks is features editor and columnist for The Sun in San Bernardino and the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin in Ontario. He is author of the books “San Bernardino Bicentennial,” “Inland Empire” and “Window Beyond the World,” a supernatural thriller set in the San Bernardino Mountains.
Inland Empire authors Gayle Brandeis Residence: Riverside Bio: Gayle Brandeis is an award-winning author, teacher and activist. She has a son attending UC Riverside, a daughter in high school and a 7-month-old boy. Bibliography: “Delta Girls: A Novel” (2010), named a “best new paperback” by Entertainment Weekly; “My Life with the Lincolns” (2010), “Self Storage: A Novel” (2007), “The Book of Dead Birds: A Novel” (2003), “Dictionary Poems” (2002), “Fruitflesh: Seeds of Inspiration for Women Who Write” (2002) Is the Inland Empire an interesting place to live/work as a writer? I love how there is a scrappiness, a humbleness, to the Inland Empire. In places like New York or Los Angeles, the writing community can be intensely competitive, or the focus can be way too much on the finished product and its marketability. There is a beautiful sense of support and nurturing among the creative people of the Inland Empire, a sense of the importance of process. Plus there is such a fascinating mix of stories everywhere you turn — the richness of history, of diversity, the interesting tension between nature and development, the ongoing tragedies, small and large, wrought by the economic downturn, the daily human triumphs. What are you working on right now? I’m busy promoting my two new books, “Delta Girls” and “My Life with the Lincolns.” When I have time (which is not as often as I’d like since I have a baby), I’m working on three new books: an historical novel for adults, a dystopian novel for young adults, and a memoir about my mom who took her own life when my baby was one week old. I’m waiting to see which one punches its way to the top and demands my full attention. I’ve also just returned to teaching in the MFA program at Antioch University. James Brown Residence: Lake Arrowhead Bio: James Brown is the author of several novels, and the memoirs, “The Los Angeles Diaries” and “This River.” He teaches in the M.F.A. Program at Cal State San Bernardino.
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Bibliography: “This River” (2011), “The Los Angeles Diaries” (2004, to be reissued by Counterpoint Press in March 2011), “Lucky Town” (1994), “Final Performance” (1988) Is the Inland Empire an interesting place to live/work as a writer? The Inland Empire is fertile ground for artists of all sorts. Where LA and Hollywood have been extensively written about, I find that the Inland Empire is still fresh and largely unexplored material for Southern California writers. San Bernardino is a tough city, but there is also great beauty here, in the people, their stories and lives. What are you working on right now? I’m working on a new book dealing with recovery and fatherhood. What are you reading right now? “Under the Influence: The Literature of Addiction” (edited by Pete Hamill and Rebecca Shannonhouse) and the Old Testament. Juan Felipe Herrera Residence: Redlands Bio: Son of migrant farmworkers, born in Fowler, Calif., a graduate of UCLA, Stanford and the University of Iowa Writers Workshop. Currently Tomás Rivera Endowed Chair in the Department of Creative Writing at UC Riverside. Bibliography: Includes “187 Reasons Mexicanos Can’t Cross the Border — Undocuments 1971-2007” (2008), “Half of the World in Light: New and Selected Poems” (2009), “Antonio’s Birthday Fiesta” (2010), “Skate Fate” (2011) Tim Powers Residence: Muscoy Bio: Tim Powers is the author of 12 novels, which have been translated into more than a dozen languages. He lives with his wife and a number of cats. Bibliography: “The Skies Discrowned” (1976), “An Epitaph in Rust” (1976), “The Drawing of the Dark” (1979), “The Anubis Gates” (1983), “Dinner At Deviant’s Palace” (1985), “On Stranger Tides” (1987), “The Stress of Her Regard” (1989), “Last Call” (1992), “Expiration Date” (1996), “Earthquake Weather” (1997), “Declare” (2001), “Strange Itineraries” (short stories, 2005), “Three Days to Never” (2006) Is the Inland Empire an interesting place to live/work as a writer? The Inland Empire is a restful place to work — it’s only an hour from LA or Orange County, but here it’s quiet, except for the occasional rooster. The only external demands on my attention are from
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stray cats who insist on having food put out for them. We’ve wound up owning a dozen cats, but even they are mostly content to just watch old movies or nap. What are you working on right now? I’m just finishing a novel set in Victorian London, involving the Rossetti family who turn out to have suffered from the attentions of ghosts. What are you reading right now? Most of my reading is re-reading; I don’t keep up with current fiction! Right now I’m in the middle of Robert Heinlein’s “Citizen of the Galaxy,” for at least the dozenth time. After that I think I’m due for a binge of re-reading Raymond Chandler or Dick Francis. Robert Reginald (Michael Burgess) Residence: San Bernardino Bio: I was born in Japan, but have lived in the Inland Empire for 40 years, working as an academic librarian at California State University, San Bernardino (1970-2010), and simultaneously as a professional writer and editor (from 1968). Bibliography: My first book, “Stella Nova,” was published in 1970; my 114th, “Choice Words,” in 2010. My entire bibliography may be found on my website, www.millefleurs.tv, under the Michael Burgess/Robert Reginald link. I’ve also edited more than 1,500 books for a half dozen publishers. Is the Inland Empire an interesting place to live/work as a writer? The diversity of cultures, the diversity of landscapes, the diversity of ideas all combine to form a perfect storm of plot fragments and character bits, which can easily be recombined into a variety of interesting and unusual stories. What are you working on right now? I just finished two long books, a history of the CSUSB campus (“The Coyote Chronicles”), and an historical fantasy novel (“The Fourth Elephant’s Egg”). In progress are a mystery novel (“The Paperback Show Murders”), an academic mystery and a science fiction short novel. What are you reading right now? One of Bernard Cornwell’s Richard Sharpe gritty historicals. Tamara Thorne Residence: Upland Bio: Tamara Thorne never met a ghost story she didn’t like. Research for her novels leads her into many haunted places, where she always hopes to be scared witless.
Bibliography: The list includes, “Winter Scream” (as Chris Curry), 1991; “Trickster” (as Chris Curry), 1993; “Panic” (as Chris Curry), 1994; “Haunted” (Tamara Thorne), 1995, 2000; “Moonfall,” “Eternity,” “Candle Bay,” “The Forgotten,” “Bad Things” (reissue of “Panic” under Tamara Thorne), “Thunder Road,” “The Sorority Trilogy,” “Eve,” “Merilynn,” “Samantha,” featured in “The Devil’s Wine,” editor Tom Piccirilli (poetry anthology with Stephen King, Ray Bradbury and Peter Straub); also featured in various non-fiction books on the paranormal, including “The Encyclopedia of Haunted Places,” edited by Jeff Belanger. What are you working on right now? “Ghosthunting Southern California” (2011), “Ghosthunting Northern California” (2012) Susan Straight Residence: Born, raised and still lives in Riverside Bibliography: I’ve published six novels, including “Highwire Moon,” a finalist for the National Book Award and winner of the Gold Medal in Fiction from the Commonwealth Club of California; “A Million Nightingales,” “I Been in Sorrow’s Kitchen and Licked Out All the Pots” and “Aquaboogie.” I’ve published two children’s books, “The Friskative Dog” and “Bear E. Bear.” Most of my books are set in a fictional Rio Seco, which resembles Riverside, and they feature neighboring cities as well. I’ve also published short stories and essays featuring Riverside and the Inland Empire and my family in The New York Times, Los Angeles Times, Reader’s Digest, Harpers and many other magazines. My new novel, “Take One Candle Light a Room,” is set in Southern California and Louisiana, and will be published in October by Pantheon Books. On living here: As a native of Riverside, I can’t imagine living anywhere else. My work and family are all completely centered here, in this landscape I’ve loved all my life — the pepper trees like seaweed in the wind, the tumbleweeds like green VW Bugs in the fall, and the Santa Ana River winding through it all. Also, Riverside has always been peopled by so many nationalities and races that I grew up with a mix of friends that influenced me in ways that couldn’t happen in other places, I believe. What are you working on right now? I’m finishing the edits for my new novel, in which a travel writer from Rio Seco has to save her godson, who was shot in the arm and has fled to Louisiana during Hurricane Katrina. What are you reading right now? Essays by George Orwell about London, where I just visited.
better living | seniors
A place to fit in Friendship communities help burnish the shine on the golden years By CARLA SANDERS
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has a been around for 40 years and still draws a crowd for its events, according to Millie Endicott, who is serving her second term as president. The club is open to anyone older than 50 and currently has about 75 members. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have five people in the club whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been in for more than 20 years,â&#x20AC;? she notes. The club offers a way for many people to get out of their homes and meet up with others their age who they might not have known otherwise. It organizes a bus trip every month to a different casino in the region (the club rotates among about eight of these), holds a monthly potluck luncheon at Magnolia Recreation Center and members play bingo every Wednesday night at the Gibson Senior Center. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are getting some new people,â&#x20AC;? Endicott says, adding that most of the Fun After 50 Clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s members are from Upland and Ontario. And, unlike for many other people, the current state of the economy hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t affected this demographic, she says, as most have a fixed retirement or income. The goal of the club, according to Endicott, is to help people connect and have a good time. She was the one doing that recently, when a couple she and her husband had known 35 years ago walked into the Gibson Center for bingo night. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was something, reconnecting with them after all that time.â&#x20AC;? Other seniors find their joy later in life through a community of volunteerism, such as that promoted by RSVP â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Retired and Senior Volunteer Program. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have close to 600 volunteers doing a variety of jobs,â&#x20AC;? explains Patricia Henny, director of RSVP West Valley, which covers the area from the western San Bernardino County line east to Colton and Grand Terrace, south to Chino Hills and north to Mt. Baldy Village. The volunteers aid law enforcement with office help, citizen patrols, and serve as screeners, escorts and security personnel at the Superior Court building in Rancho Cucamonga. Others volunteer in the medical field,
To learn more Fun After 50 Club 909-982-8754 or 909-985-0353 RSVP 909-482-0355 www.volunteermatch.org/search/ org52900.jsp Pilgrim Place 909-399-5500 or 909-399-5508 www.pilgrimplace.org
including at Kaiser Hospital in Fontana and San Antonio Community Hospital in Upland, and through the Visiting Nurse Associationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hospice program. Some people are so dedicated they do it every day and more than half volunteer elsewhere as well. â&#x20AC;&#x153;As you age, you lose your friends, your buddies, your relatives, your neighbors,â&#x20AC;? Henny says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If you know youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re expected somewhere, that youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re part of a team, it gives you a purpose. You know youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve always got some friends to be with.â&#x20AC;? Volunteers must be at least 55 years old to be involved in the program, part of the federal RSVP network that boasts more than 500,000 volunteers. The median age of volunteers locally is 75, Henny says, adding that the oldest is 98 (who helps out in the gift shop at San Antonio Community Hospital with her daughter, who is in her 70s). â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have a bunch in their 90s,â&#x20AC;? she adds. The majority of volunteers, once they find their niche, tend to stick with it, Henny says. But, there are a few who canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t quite make up their minds, and volunteer at many places among the 50 or so nonprofit agencies with which RSVP is affiliated. Among other needs are senior nutrition programs, Meals on Wheels, libraries, senior centers, Recording for the Blind & Dyslexic and the Mt. Baldy Visitors Center and nature programs. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We get a couple of inquiries every day. When things have been publicized, then we get a spurt. Volunteerism is up right now. People are realizing that the government canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t do it all.â&#x20AC;?
health | first aid & sports injuries
Is RICE* still the best answer? (*Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation)
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t’s August. Summer means more outings with the kids or grandkids. More sports, more outdoor activities — walking, biking, tennis, you name it — and more injuries from sports and over-exertion. So, stick this page to the refrigerator or save it in an organizer for future aches, right next to the number for the family doctor. (Remember that any serious questions about your personal health should be taken to a physician or licensed health-care provider.) Five FAQs with Dr. Sachin Patel, M.D., medical director of the Casa Colina Sports Medicine Center in Pomona Q: OK, Let’s check our current knowledge. We heard about RICE — rest, ice compression and elevation — a few years ago as a common strategy for dealing with minor aches and pains. Is it still a sound approach? Is any one element more important than the others? A: Absolutely! Rest, Ice, Compression and Elevation, or RICE, are all modalities geared toward minimizing swelling and pain. When soft tissues such as muscle, ligaments or tendons swell, it hurts! An effective RICE program should minimize pain and swelling associated with a minor injury over the course of a few days. If the pain or swelling has not subsided, you should consider visiting your doctor. Use common sense — if it hurts and it’s swollen, the most important element is REST. Q: We’ve heard ice is not really useful after 24 hours and that it should be heat thereafter. Is that correct? A: Not necessarily — the extent of the injury will determine how much swelling will occur. For example, a swollen knee after an ACL or meniscus injury may stay swollen for several days to weeks. Ice may help for the first 72 hours or more. Remember to ice for 15 to 20 minutes per hour. After the initial swelling has stabilized, heat may help to reduce stiffness and eliminate bruising.
Q: How do acetaminophen and ibuprofen factor into the picture? Ibuprofen is better for physical injuries and acetaminophen is best for fevers, right? A: Both medications are fairly effective at reducing pain and fevers. However, only ibuprofen is really an anti-inflammatory medication. Ibuprofen works to reduce pain directly and indirectly by decreasing swelling. People who cannot tolerate ibuprofen (upset stomach, volatile blood pressure) may need to stick with acetaminophen. Q: Down to brass tacks: What are the signs that I should make an appointment with my doctor? A: If your injury is excruciatingly painful, causes obvious misalignment of a limb and causes crunching or instability in a joint, you should most definitely seek the advice of an experienced physician. Any concern about your safety in returning to a specific activity or sport in the face of an injury also should prompt a visit to your physician. Q: How long should I expect recovery from a sprain or minor muscle ache to take? Would my age — over 50 years — have an impact on the recovery period? How about common cholesterol medications, like statins? A: Minor sprains and strains should resolve over the course of a day or two with adequate rest and anti-inflammatory management. Advanced age certainly may cause some delay in recovery, however,
Sachin Patel, M.D., a board certified orthopedic surgeon, is medical director of the Casa Colina Sports Medicine Center in Pomona. He is a former orthopedic consultant to Major League Baseball’s Boston Red Sox and a leading authority on the diagnosis and treatment of sports injuries.
any significant symptoms that linger, other than a mild ache, should prompt further evaluation. The statins are a class of medications that reduce cholesterol levels in your blood. A known potential side-effect of these medications is joint pain and muscle inflammation. If you develop these symptoms while on a statin, discuss with your physician the possibility of switching the medication versus discontinuing it altogether. Casa Colina Centers for Rehabilitation 255 E. Bonita Ave., Pomona; 909-596-7733, www.casacolina.org For nearly 75 years, the not-for-profit Casa Colina Centers for Rehabilitation has combined compassion and innovation to provide a “Continuum of Care” for more than 10,000 adults and children annually by offering today’s most advanced medically supervised rehabilitation services.
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home | teen decor
Photos by Thomas R. Cordova
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N e g o t i at i o n i s k e y w h e n d e c o r at i n g a youngsterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s room
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By SUZANNE SPROUL
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t’s their space, so when it’s time to decorate a young person’s room, let them have some freedom. It really is possible to accomplish that without having everyone’s eyes roll back into their heads. Decorating, like diplomacy, sometimes takes negotiation. Thirteen-year-old Allison Bohler has her dream room. It’s a major hit with her peers and her parents, but it also reflects who she is. “She has always had good taste, and she knows what she wants,” said Cindy Bohler, Allison’s mom. “When she was little, we had fun decorating her room with antiques from the Rose Bowl and flea markets. She’s older now. She surfs and wakeboards so that’s a theme.” Allison had a bit of an edge when it came to room design. Her grandmother, Vicki Bohler, is an interior designer, and her dad, Tim, is a contractor. Together, they mapped out what she wanted on a piece of paper. If the room lacked something that Allison wanted, Tim addressed that. For example, she wanted a window seat and her dad built her one. “Allison knows she is blessed to be able to have her own space. Not everyone has that blessing, and she’s thankful,” Cindy said. The result resembles much of what you might see in a Pottery Barn ad, but without the high prices. Most of all, the latest transition, completed about four years ago, was accomplished without many problems and has stood the test of time. “We only negotiated two things: I wanted her to have a bulletin board so it could have all her things on it instead of sticking things all over the walls, and we didn’t want her to have a television in her room. “We wanted her to enjoy her room and for it to be a quiet, peaceful space for her. We wanted it to show her personality, and I think it does,” Cindy said. “And we wanted this room to hopefully carry her into college. I didn’t want to be
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Previous page: Allison, right, and her grandmother, Vicki Bohler. Allison’s desk, above.
faced with having to change it again.” Allison wanted the room painted in a pale aqua, one that even mom admits is extremely soothing and a great choice. She also wanted her adjoining bathroom to be decked out in a loud pink. “She really wanted that so we said yes. It’s bright. You can’t stay in that room for very long,” Cindy said with a laugh. All in all, mission accomplished with no tears. Now the Bohlers are in the process of redoing 11-year-old Zack’s room as his interests change and he nears his teen years. One of the keys to this design success story is that the entire family got involved. Having the kids take part as much as possible will make the whole process easier
on the budget and everyone’s nerves, according to Denise Turner, a long-time Alta Loma designer and owner of ColorTurners. That way, she says, everyone is on the same page from the beginning. Turner, who has spent years as a designer, also is a mother. She has a 21-year-old daughter, a 17-year-old son and a 16-year-old foster daughter. For her, it’s a case of been there, done that. “We always had lots of discussions, and I think it definitely is a great idea to involve your child as much as possible. In the end, it really helps,” she said. Turner is a specialist in the use of color, which she said is huge when it comes to design in any room of the house.
Many home improvement stores have equipment that allows you to scan a specific color, which then can be matched. Buy samples in small amounts and then go home and paint patches on the wall. Live with it for a day or so before proceeding. “Kids today don’t have the same rules we had when we were younger,” Turner said. “Our parents used to tell us that blue and green don’t mix. Kids today love color and aren’t afraid to mix them. It helps them express their personalities and can provide a real impact for a room.” Another problem that must always be tackled is storage space — better yet, the lack of it. “Stores really do have neat ways to store things. There are shelves. There are containers that can be stored under beds. I think bulletin boards are great. They help control mess by allowing for somewhere a teen can put all those photos or papers or whatever they want to keep,” she said. A desk also is a wonderful and
It brightens a space. It can serve as a focal point that produces a “WOW!” factor. And it’s probably the least expensive way to decorate. If you’re starting from scratch, take your teen to a store, particularly one that caters to upbeat and trendy looks. Let him see what’s out there. Girls seem to have it easier, Turner says, since companies love producing comforters and accessories decked with flowers and pastels. It can take a bit more work when it comes to decorating a young man’s room. “Then play off of that bedding. If you’re painting walls, you can try to use accent colors throughout the room,” she said. Use one color for the wall where the bed’s headboard is and then use other colors around the room with window coverings or pillows. Buy mirrors, photo frames and bulletin boards and then paint them in coordinating colors. If you’re going bold and painting entire walls, think first.
Allison’s pink bathroom
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taste | restaurants
Where to find a great
steak
By ALLAN BORGEN
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teaks are a popular dinner choice regardless of the grade, cost or setting. They may be ordered at dozens of restaurants in the area. Here are some Inland Empire steak houses that we enjoy the most:
A selection of steaks and wine at Royal Cut
Royal Cut 2345 S. Grove Ave., Ontario 909-947-3322, www.royalcutrestaurant.com Lunch, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. M-F; dinner, 4:30-9 p.m. M-Th, 4:30-9:30 p.m. F-Sa, 4-9 p.m. Su. Prices: lunch $11-$25, dinner $11-$36.
The peppercorn New York steak at Flemingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s
One of the steak selections at Porter’s Prime Steak House Photo by Thomas R. Cordova
Open since 1989, Royal Cut has been delighting locals with an outstanding array of items served in a tranquil Mediterranean villa setting. In addition to a large dining room, there also is a fairly large upstairs banquet room that can facilitate groups of up to 130 people, as well as a separate area serving alcoholic beverages. Certified Angus and Prime beef, handcut on the premises, is featured; steaks are aged for 28 days. All dinners include a choice of soup or salad, fresh vegetables, mashed or baked potato or rice and freshly baked bread. A classic salad bar also is available for those who like a variety of veggies and salads. The most popular item on the menu is the prime rib dinner, which comes in three different cuts along with au jus and a creamed horseradish sauce. Other equally satisfying steaks include the New York, rib eye, two sizes of filet mignon, and the exciting Royal Tornados of Beef Filet Mignon Oscar, featuring crab, asparagus and a béarnaise sauce. Extras such as Cajun or fried shrimp, shrimp scampi, and Australian lobster tail may be ordered along with the steak. Many people may not know about Royal Cut, but this much is clear: their many loyal customers sure love this restaurant, and you will too. New York Grill 950 Ontario Mills Drive, Ontario 909-987-1928, www.newyorkgrill.com 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. M-Th, 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. F, 4:30-10 p.m. Sa, closed Su. Prices: lunch $13-$20, dinner $20-$50.
New York Grill is an elegant yet friendly restaurant (no “New York attitude” here) patterned after traditional old steak houses that flourish in New York. The décor is refined, while the large bar area is the perfect setting to relax and sip on a favorite beverage as you ponder which tempting dish to order. Like most fine dining steak houses, New York Grill’s main focus is on grilled Prime and Choice meats that are wet-aged a minimum of 21 days to insure the superior flavor and texture of each steak.
The hand-carved, natural grass fed beef comes in many varieties including the popular apple bacon wrapped filet mignon, a massive 24-ounce rib chop, and such popular steaks as the juicy rib eye, top sirloin, New York, porterhouse and an impressive bone-in Delmonico. Other impressive entrees include the slowly roasted prime rib, rack of lamb, and a variety of outstanding chicken, duck, fish and seafood entrees — all served a la carte. My favorite side dishes include the porcini potatoes, macaroni and four cheeses and sugar snap peas. If you’re in the mood for a large lobster tail, this is the place to pamper those lobster cravings. There are four dining rooms for private parties as well as a small patio to enjoy a favorite cigar and cognac. There is live
piano music on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings. Porter’s Prime Steak House 222 N. Vineyard Ave., Ontario 909-418-4808, www.ontarioairport.doubletree. com/porterssteakhouse 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. Prices: lunch $9-$23, dinner $24-$41.
When yearning for a great steak, one generally does not think of going to a hotel to dine out unless you are on a vacation. But Porter’s Prime Steak House in the DoubleTree Hotel Ontario Airport should not be overlooked. Featuring Midwestern Prime beef, aged and broiled to perfection in a 1,700-degree broiler, the menu has several heavy hitters including the 21- to 28-day aged Prime, plus natural and organic steaks and chops. Choose from boneless or bone-in rib eye,
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Johan Smit is the director of food and beverage at Porter’s Prime Steak House in Ontario Photo by Thomas R. Cordova
California themed dining room, a small private dining room with a full bar also is available. The hotel has a terrific Sunday brunch as well as many banquet rooms to fit special events of any size. Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar 7905 Monet Ave., Rancho Cucamonga 909-463-0416, www.flemingssteakhouse.com 5-10 p.m. M-Th, 5-11 p.m. F-Sa, 4-9 p.m. Su. Prices: $22 to $42.50.
Private dining rooms at Fleming’s seat up to 35.
Kansas City strip, double lamb chop, porterhouse, New York strip and filet mignon steaks. The menu also includes popular steak accompaniments, such as chilled colossal shrimp cocktail, escargot and lobster bisque. All of the steaks and chops come with
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one chef’s choice side dish. Want to order some interesting entrée extras? Options include a zesty fivepeppercorn brandy sauce, sautéed onions and mushrooms, bleu cheese and walnut crust, lump crab and béarnaise sauce and a colossal shrimp scampi. In addition to the contemporary
Normally I don’t find those large steak house chain restaurants very exciting, however Fleming’s Prime Steak House & Wine Bar in Victoria Gardens is an exception. The main attraction at this beautiful restaurant with classic cherry wood décor is the corn-fed, Prime steaks that are aged up to four weeks, then broiled at 1,600 degrees. Using only kosher salt and black pepper finished with a touch of butter and freshly chopped parsley, the steaks are some of the best I have ever had. In addition to filet mignon, boneless and bone-in rib eye, and New York strip, other selections include a unique porcini rubbed filet mignon with a gorgonzola cream sauce, the signature peppercorn New York steak with white and black peppercorn steak sauce as well as delectable veal, lamb and pork chops. All of the entrees are served a la carte, and the side dishes are incredible. Chipotle cheddar macaroni and cheese, roasted carrots with raisins and almonds and Fleming’s potatoes with cream, jalapenos and cheddar cheese are my favorites. If you enjoy top-quality fresh fish and seafood items, be sure to try the seared scallops with a lobster cream sauce, sole, lobster, crab legs, tuna or salmon entrees. Allan Borgen is a member of the Southern California Restaurant Writers, and can be heard 3-5 p.m. Saturdays on the “Let’s Dine Out Show” on KTIE/590AM. E-mail allan@ktie590.com or call 909-910-3463. Visit his website, www.letsdineoutshow.com.
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More servings Beyond some of the Inland Empire’s best high-end steak houses, there are other options as well: Cask ’n Cleaver 8689 Ninth St., Rancho Cucamonga 909-982-7108, www.caskncleaver.com Lunch, 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. M-F; dinner 5-9:30 p.m. M-Sa, 4-9:30 p.m. Su. Prices: lunch, $7.25-$14; dinner, $11-$30
Founded in 1967, Cask ’n Cleaver restaurant is one of the oldest steak houses in the area. The Rancho Cucamonga restaurant is housed in an old sprawling ranch house, in what once was the middle of the historic Cucamonga vineyards. Featuring Choice Midwestern corn-fed steaks that are aged a minimum of 28 days and custom cut, the casual and relaxed rustic wine country atmosphere, friendly service, quality food and several delicious wines add to a perfect setting for one great meal. In addition to the large dining room, there are three banquet rooms as well as a large bar area and an outdoor patio for special “pond parties.” In addition to all of the traditional cuts of steaks you would expect a quality steak house to offer, Cask ’n Cleaver also serves a variety of fish, seafood, burgers and specialty steaks like the Asian hibachi skirt steak. Most of the entrees come with a choice of soup, an “all you can eat” salad bar, a wedge or Caesar salad and a choice of a side dish. Although hidden away, this one-of-a-kind steak house is definitely worth a visit. Logan’s Roadhouse 13480 Baseline Ave., Fontana 909-463-2290, www.logansroadhouse.com 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Su-Th, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Fr-Sa. Prices: $9-$24
Logan’s Roadhouse is part of a large chain of restaurants known for mesquitegrilled steaks, ice-cold beers, made-fromscratch yeast rolls, and bottomless buckets of in-shell peanuts that you can feast on throughout your meal. (By the way, the peanuts are terrific, and it’s fine to leave the shells on the floor!)
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Logan’s Roadhouse
The moderately priced menu features aged steaks that are hand-cut on premises, and grilled over mesquite wood resulting in a juicy slightly smoky steak. They offer many popular cuts of steaks, in addition to chicken and seafood dishes, baby back ribs, and comfort foods such as meatloaf, country fried steak, steak burgers plus a whole lot more. The décor is set in rustic woods with back road artifacts adorning the walls, while the servers are friendly and the portions of food are more than enough. Omaha Jack’s 11837 Foothill Blvd., Suite A, Rancho Cucamonga 909-477-4377, www.omahajacks.com 11 a.m. to midnight M-W, 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. Th-Sa. Prices: lunch, $6-$13; dinner, $9-$33
Located within the walls of the once thriving Masi Family Winery, Omaha Jack’s is a reflection of what a Nebraska style steak house is like, namely serving well-marbled, hand-cut aged steaks, which are cooked on a grill that reaches 2,400 degrees. All of the steaks, prime rib and smoked ribs are served with a choice of a bowl of soup, dinner, wedge or Caesar salad and a choice between eight side dishes. You definitely won’t go away hungry.
In addition, the menu features some unique appetizers, and an abundance of pizza, pasta, seafood, chicken, sandwiches and burgers and a few comfort food favorites such as chicken and beef pot pies, meatloaf and pot roast. In the large bar area, enjoy one of the award winning beers that are brewed on the premises. If you enjoy a delicious Sunday meal, I recommend pampering your culinary senses with Omaha Jack’s lavish Sunday brunch. Steer ’n Stein 8348 Archibald Ave., Rancho Cucamonga 909-987-4447, www.steernstein.com 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily. Prices: $10-$23
Open since 1982, Steer ’n Stein is a family owned and operated restaurant featuring a large selection of steaks, sandwiches, salads, burgers, fish, chicken and seafood dishes that are priced right for everyone’s budget. All of the steaks are cut and trimmed on the premises, and most all of the main entrees are served with a choice of chili bean soup, soup of the day or a salad and a choice of potato, rice or vegetables and garlic bread. Nothing fancy here, just lots of good ol’ grub like the popular 16-ounce Super Stockyard Steak (sirloin steak), bacon wrapped tri-tip filet, and a delicious 1/3-pound guacamole bacon pepper jack cheese burger. For those who are starving, may I suggest the Hungry Platter featuring a 7-ounce sirloin, baby back ribs, a grilled chicken breast, fried shrimp plus all of the fixings. Great food at affordable prices, that’s what Steer ‘n Stein is all about.
taste | wine
Winning
barbecue combinations By GINO L. FILIPPI
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Don’t be afraid of the heat – wine can stand up to barbecue and grilled foods. Photo by thomas R. Cordova
ummer is barbecue season, and selecting tasty wines to accompany outdoor festivities does not need to be a challenge. In the spirit of the season, a few friends of the vine have offered their food and wine pairing suggestions. For his barbecue gettogethers, Australian-born winemaker Daryl Groom of Healdsburg usually opens a lot of different reds and lets guests help themselves to what they like best. “If I were going to pick a best red, I like (American) syrah and (Australian) shiraz,” he said. “I like a wine with medium tannin. I don’t want a real big red because barbecue is about easy drinking and relaxing. I also don’t want a soft light red like pinot noir, as you need tannin.” For the past 43 years, retired vintner Ed So of Alta Loma has enjoyed backyard grilling and wine mainly because it keeps the heat out of the kitchen and brings different flavors to the foods. Where do wines fit in with his barbecues? “From start to finish,” he said. So’s favorites include sauvignon blancs from New Zealand, reds from Australia and California zinfandels. For Randy Golden of Upland, there’s a difference between barbecue and grilling. “Barbecue to people in the southern states is slow and low. Cooking on a charcoal and wood fire is my idea of a perfect barbecue,” he said. “Cooking a pork butt for six hours is fun, versus cooking a steak on a gas grill for 10 minutes. I love everything in its time, from hot dogs and smoked sausage to chicken, fish, beef and pork.” Since most barbecue meats have a good amount of fat, tannin in the wine will hold up against the fat, otherwise the wine tastes august 2010 | inlandlivingmagazine.com |
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somewhat insipid, Groom says. “As most barbecue food has smokey, spicy and meaty flavors, I look for that in my wine also. These are characteristics very common in shiraz. Zinfandel would be my next choice. The syrah/shiraz choices are usually (from) Australia, Rhone or California.” Golden grew up in Memphis, a place where barbecue means pulled pork or ribs. “If you were throwing steaks or hamburgers on the grill, you were grilling,” he said. “Pulled pork, dry-rubbed pork ribs and beef brisket are my favorite foods, period.” He forgot the Australian shiraz! Simply grilled meats, such as steak, pair with a wider range of reds. Young cabernets are popular. Burgers go with most red varietals or blends. Avoid anything too old or complex, because the subtleties and complexities of those wines will most likely be lost. Slightly chilled Beaujolais is another option. Côtes du Rhone (French) wines should have enough backbone to stand up to the barbecue flavors. For tomato-based barbecue, go with a wine with higher acidity, such as chianti. Barbera also pairs well with tomato-based sauces. What about the veggies? Golden’s grilling techniques for cheese pizzas, fresh asparagus, cabbage wedges, green, red and yellow sweet peppers, white corn with husks, yellow squash and Maui onions are simple, healthy and so delicious that even my vegetarian friends cheer. Aromatic white wines, served chilled, with crispness and intensity include sauvignon blanc and pinot grigio. Both are enjoyable with the grilled flavors of vegetables and shrimp. “Off-dry (slightly sweet, not cloying) rieslings, gewürztraminers and viogniers are enjoyable chilled with asparagus and the spicier and sweeter barbecue flavors,” Golden said. “At our house, barbecue just screams for chilled off-dry rosé wines (from California or France) and good ol’ white zin! All combine crispness, lower alcohol and refreshment, and make for perfect summer entertaining.” Golden will soon be offering a full line of brisket, barbecue ribs, pulled-pork and barbecue beef sliders to be available in select markets. Tasty! Gino L. Filippi can be reached at ginoffvine@aol.com.
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XPLORE, EAT SOMEWHERE NEW! Our Inland Empire is home to many fine dining spots. Offered here are a few ideas for your next evening out. Not every restaurant is for every taste and experiences vary, so before you go, we suggest you also talk with friends, check out menus online and ask servers about house specialities. We also solicit your help in correcting errors and invite feedback on great experiences and instances when establishments fail to meet expectations. ABBREVIATIONS & PRICING RS, reservations suggested. (While some restaurants suggest reservations on cer tain nights, others request them only for par ties of five or more.) FB, full bar. $ mostly under $15, $$ mostly under $20, $$$ mostly under $50, $$$$ above $50
CLAREMONT BUCA DI BEPPO Adjacent to the DoubleTree Inn,
505 W. Foothill Blvd.; 909-399-3287, www.bucadibeppo.com U Family-style servings of Italian favorites. Lunch & dinner. $$ CASA DE SALSA 415 W. Foothill Blvd.; 909-445-1200, http://casadesalsarestaurant.com U 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 U 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 U 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 U 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 UÊA 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 $$ TUTTI MANGIA ITALIAN GRILL 102 Harvard Ave; 909-625-4669, www.tuttimangia.com UÊThis downtown Claremont trattoria features cuisine focused on grilled meats, fresh seafood and enticing desserts. Lunch M-F, dinner daily. $$$ WALTERS RESTAURANT 310 Yale Ave.; 909-624-4914 www.waltersrestaurant.biz UÊFusion/ Afghan cuisine includes kabobs, curries, spicy pastas and pizzas. Breakfast, lunch & dinner daily. $$
DIAMOND BAR EAST 180 23525 Palimino Drive; 909-396-0180,
www.east180.com UÊContemporary and exotic mostly Cantonese menu puts emphasis on healthy,
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MONTCLAIR CAFE MONTCLAIR 10220 Central Ave.;
909-445-1285, www.cafemontclair.com UÊThick pork chops with hearty sauces, Italian- and French-inspired dishes; prime rib Friday and Saturday. Breakfast, lunch & dinner, T-Su. RS, $$
ONTARIO BENIHANA 3760 E. Inland Empire Blvd.; 909-483-0937, www.benihana.com U Dinner and a show, with chefs grilling chicken, seafood, steak and vegetables in front of your table. Also sushi bar and specialty drinks. Lunch & dinner daily. RS, FB, $$$ DAVE & BUSTER’S 4821 Mills Circle; 909-987-1557; www.daveandbusters.com U Burgers, sandwiches, chicken, pasta, seafood and steaks, plus electronic games and billiards. Lunch & dinner daily. FB, $ MARKET BROILER 4553 E. Mills Circle; 909-581-0866 www.marketbroiler.com UÊWide varieties of fresh fish, chicken, steak, pasta, wood-fired oven pizza and more. Lunch & dinner M-Sa; dinner only Su. FB, $ NEW YORK GRILL 950 Ontario Mills Drive; 909-987-1928, http://newyorkgrill.com UÊChicken, duck, salmon, Australian lobster tail, lamb, ribs and quality steaks. Lunch M-F, dinner M-Sa. RS, FB, $$$ PANDA INN 3223 Centre Lake Drive, 909-390-2888, www.pandainn.com UÊMandarinand 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 UÊFine Italian cuisine served in intimate surroundings. Piano player Thursday through Saturday. Lunch M-F, dinner M-Sa. RS, FB, $$$ TOKYO TOKYO 990 Ontario Mills Drive, Suite H, 909-987-7999, www.tokyotokyosushi.com UÊJapanese cuisine, seafood and a full-service sushi bar. Dining areas include traditional Tatami rooms and a tropical garden setting. Lunch Tu-F, dinner Tu-Su. RS, $$
POMONA 2ND STREET BISTRO 171 W. 2nd St.;
909-622-6619, www.pomonabistro.com UÊWith 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 UÊBright 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 UÊTraditional breakfast fare, plus pasta, steak, seafood and more. Breakfast, lunch & dinner daily. FB, $$$ SAKURA ICHI 101 W. Mission Blvd.; 909-865-2059 http://sakuraichi.com UÊDinner combos come with salad, miso soup, steamed rice and dessert. Beer, wine and cocktails are served. Lunch Tu-F, dinner T-Su. FB, $$$
RANCHO CUCAMONGA AFGHAN PALACE 8685 Baseline Road;
909-466-3723, www.afghanpalacecuisine.com UÊTraditional Afghan cuisine, including seven kabob
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Exceptional Food at Reasonable Prices varieties and pita bread sandwiches. Lunch & dinner daily. $ ANTONINO’S 8045 Vineyard Ave.; 909-941-0047, www.antoninosrestaurant.net UÊNorthern 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 UÊDeep-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 UÊUpscale 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, $$$
GALLI’S RESTAURANT & PIANO BAR 6620 Carnelian St.; 909-941-1100, www.gallis.net UÊCasual dining with pasta, sandwiches and specialty pizzas for two among the most popular selections. Live entertainment; lunch and dinner daily. RS, FB, $ GREEN MANGO THAI BISTRO 11226 Fourth St.; 909-987-8885, www.greenmangothaibistro.com UÊAuthentic Thai selections without Chinese influences. Beer and wine are served. $ HAANDI INDIAN CUISINE 7890 Haven Ave.; 909-581-1951, www.haandiindiancuisine.com UÊNorthern Indian cuisine with some adjustments for American tastes, cooked in a tandoor clay oven. Lunch & dinner daily. FB, $$ 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 slowcooked ribs, pulled pork and ’cue of all kinds as well as Cajun delights with draft beers. FB $$ MAGIC LAMP INN 8189 Foothill Blvd.; 909-981-8659, www.themagiclampinn.com UÊThe menu at this Route 66 landmark includes prime rib, rack of lamb, salmon fillet and chateaubriand. Lunch Tu-F, dinner Tu-Su. FB, $$$ 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, $$ RICHIE’S REAL AMERICAN DINER Victoria Gardens, 8039 Monet Ave.; 909-899-8101, www.richiesdiner.com UÊAll-American egg dishes and pancakes plus burgers, chicken, steaks and desserts. $ SALCITAS MEXICAN GRILL 10540 Baseline Road, Suite A, Alta Loma, 909-948-1158 U Freshly made tortillas and traditional Mexican fare make this spot a local favorite. Lunch & dinner daily. $ SYCAMORE INN 8318 Foothill Blvd.; 909-982-1104 www.thesycamoreinn.com UÊHospitality has long been the hallmark of the Sycamore Inn, which dates to the mid-1800s. Dinner nightly. RS, FB, $$$
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, $$ SPAGGI’S 1651 W. Foothill Blvd., H-1; 909-579-0497, www.spaggis.com UÊItalian classics as well as distinctive dishes including a South African sea bass served with scalloped potatoes, snap peas and roasted corn. Lunch M-F; dinner daily. FB $$-$$$
CAFE MONTCLAIR “Inland Empire’s Best Kept Secret” - Allan Borgen, Food Critic
2010 “Gold Award” Recipient
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better living | getaways
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ooking for a rejuvenating escape or a last-minute getaway? California offers a lot of destinations where itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s possible to recharge while avoiding the crowds and chaos found at high-profile tourist spots. Whether itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a seaside getaway such as Cambria, Del Mar or Laguna Beach, or an inland retreat like Ojai, San Luis Obispo or Temecula, there is no shortage of golden Golden State options.
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A great starting point for ideas is a travel agent, says Marie Montgomery with the Automobile Club of Southern California. “They’ll be able to steer you away from potential hazards, (such as) hotels undergoing construction or establishments which may not be up to par with your expectations,” she said. Travel sites on the Internet also are worth checking out. Nearly every destination will have at least one, many with a rundown of the best sites to see, restaurants and lodging. After picking a destination, plan the trip, pack and then go. The caveman room at San Luis Obispo’s Madonna Inn Tom Meinhold Photography
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Artist cottage in Ojai
San Luis Obispo
A four-hour drive from the Inland Empire, this historic coastal city provides an idyllic backdrop for the Dallidet Adobe, Mission Plaza and a world famous farmers market, as well as scenic parks, botanical gardens and fine arts festivals. Several wineries — including Edna Valley Vineyard, Tolosa Winery and Per Bacco Cellars — are a short drive away. Or, take advantage of a wine country shuttle and really indulge. Vacationing lovebirds may take up residence in one of the picturesque Madonna Inn’s themed suites before enjoying a 60-minute couples massage. At the charming Apple Farm Inn, relax in the comforts of a classic country inn and wander through a truly unique gift shop — housed in a replica of an old working grist mill from the 1800s. Cambria
Roughly 30 miles northwest of SLO and minutes away from Hearst Castle, this tiny pine tree-lined beach town features more than just breathtaking seascapes (be sure to take in the ones from the bluffs of Leffingwell Landing). There are art galleries and specialty shops, Victorian houses dating to the
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1870s, and a long boardwalk that leads to a beach where sea lions, seals and otters spend the day soaking up the sun. For lunch or dinner, Robin’s Handcrafted Global Cuisine marries a diversity of Asian and Mediterranean flavors, while The Sow’s Ear Café on Main Street serves trendy gourmet fare alongside classic comfort foods. Oceanfront accommodations are available at the Blue Dolphin Inn, Moonstone Cottages and Sand Pebbles Inn, among others.
and health enthusiasts alike. Consider spending an afternoon casually sipping wine by Lake Casitas at the annual Ojai Wine Festival, strolling through the open-air arcade of boutiques and eateries downtown or witnessing at sunset what locals refer to as “the pink moment.” The posh Ojai Valley Inn & Spa, rated by AAA as a four-diamond property, has 400 luxury rooms, a championship golf course, full-service wedding facilities and the renowned Spa Ojai. Laguna Beach
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award-winning restaurants, art galleries and specialty stores. Art festivals happen year-round, but three of the best-known ones take place during the summer: Festival of Arts, Sawdust Art Festival and Art-A-Fair. While Laguna Beach is a short drive away, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t limit yourself to a daytrip. Instead, splurge on Montage Laguna Beachâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;Art of Romanceâ&#x20AC;? (a three-day package complete with an oceanview suite, breakfast in bed and massages) or a 600-square-foot cottage at Casa Laguna Inn & Spa, which was built in the 1920s as a private residence. Del Mar
About 20 miles north of San Diego, the once popular retreat for legends of Hollywoodâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Golden Age plays host to the San Diego County Fair, the Spring Home/ Garden Show and dozens of thoroughbred racing events each year. After a leisurely tour of Del Mar Plaza,
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seen Supporters of the Pomona Chamber of Commerce gathered recently at the Sheraton Suites Fairplex for the installation of officers, observance of community service honors and a masquerade ball all rolled into one. It was the 32nd year the chamber has honored community service. The new chamber president is Simon Concepcion. Bernardo Rosa was honored for his service.
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(1) Cathy and Frank Garcia, left, and daughter Teresa Garcia (2) Pomona Chamber of Commerce outgoing President Victor Caceres, left, and incoming President Simon Concepcion (3) General manger of the Sheraton Fairplex John L. Gilbert, left, Kenneth L. Chan and James Lewis (4) Pomona Chief of Police Dave Keetle, left, and retired Pomona Detective Dan Kono (5) Pomona City Councilmen Tim Saunders, left, and Stephen Atchley (6) Maurice Forero, left, and Michael Thomas (7) Bernardo and Mina Rosa (8) Jason Miranda and his wife, Nona Tirre Photos by gabriel luis acosta
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seen San Antonio Community Hospital Foundation’s recent event at Red Hill Country Club helped raise funds for planned improvements at the hospital. The project calls for expansion of the emergency room and a new tower to house patient rooms.
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July 24, 31 and Aug. 7 — The Hafif Family Foundation’s annual Concerts Under the Stars to help local nonprofits. Hafif family estate, La Verne; 5-10 p.m.; $55; 909-624-1671.
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Aug. 6 — Upland Host Lions Club’s annual fish fry. Atwood Kitchen area at Memorial Park, Foothill Boulevard, Upland; 4-8 p.m.; 909-921-2330. Aug. 11 — Scheu Family YMCA of Upland’s annual summer Incredible Edibles fundraiser. Entertainment, plus food and wine samplings from local restaurants and vendors. YMCA facility, Memorial Park, Upland; 6:30-9 p.m.; $85; 909-946-6120. 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.
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Aug. 21 — The Rancho Cucamonga Animal Care Center and its supporters are having their annual Putt for Paws fundraiser. Boomers, 1500 W. Seventh St., Upland; 3-7 p.m.; $20; 909-481-1822. Aug. 28 — The Upland High School girls basketball and track and field teams will host a golf tournament fundraiser. Upland Hills Country Club; 949-456-0185. 4
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Sept. 1 — Community Senior Services, based in Claremont, will celebrate its 35th anniversary with a gala dinner. 909-621-9900. Sept. 11 — OneToughRun will benefit Steven’s Hope, which provides housing and financial 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. 22 — Game Day, a combination of nine holes of golf at Sierra Lakes in Fontana and darts and billiards at Dave & Buster’s in Ontario to benefit Steven’s Hope. 909-373-0678.
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Oct. 10 — Inland Valley Hope Partners is having a Power of 10 celebration this year with its 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.
(1) Bob Gordon, left, Anne Moreau and Roger Parson (2) Peggy and Darren Morgan (3) Kathleen and Craig Sciuto, left, and Carol and Jeff Lynn (4) Roger Parson, left, Vince List and Steve Moreau (5) Kenny and Martha Neff (6) Dennis Michael, left, Olin and Pat Lord, Kathy Tully, and Jack and Karen Kelley (7) Kay and Rich Gilbert, left, and Barbara and Al Ronco Photos by james carbone
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Oct. 16 — Walk to Remember, an Inland Empire nonprofit, is having a 5-kilometer walk in support of families who are suffering 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-WALK. 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. 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 per person; 909-865-9139.
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A legacy of community giving
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millions of dollars to support T ALL BEGAN with the hospital and its mission a single generous gift of community health care. of $75,000 from The Foundation had a woman named $9 million in assets when Frances Mary Paul in Robert Gordon, the current 1923. It helped president, took charge purchase the land that in 1997. the San Antonio Today, with assets Community Hospital of more than $33 million, campus now occupies. the Foundation serves as a The gift also inspired real force for change providing others in the community financial support for nurse to support what was then the Frances Mary Paul education, hospital equipment Inland Valleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s only hospital. and technology and building facilities â&#x20AC;&#x201D; These generous visionaries sowed the seeds and generally helping ensure the excellence for the San Antonio Hospital Foundation, of care at SACH, Gordon says. organized in 1975 as the formal â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have outstanding physicians, fundraising arm of the hospital. nurses, therapists and other members Over time, the Foundation has raised
of the medical team. They deserve the best equipment and technology available, and we are determined to provide it,â&#x20AC;? he said. Steve Moreau, SACH president and CEO, spoke at the Foundationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s summer celebration June 12 about the hospitalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s soon-to-be-built multi-million-dollar tower. It will house 80 single-occupancy rooms, a new 12-bed Intensive Care Unit and a 52-bed Emergency Department. The construction is expected to begin in early 2011 and finish by mid-2013. The Foundation is committed to raising $10 million. Gordon predicts the goal will be surpassed. Kathy Tully, a senior vice-president at Morgan Stanley and chairman of the Foundationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s board of directors, believes the community is ready to make the
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their once-dreaded yearly mammogram appreciates what a difference the foundation has made,” Gordon said. “Not only is the WBIC a serene, beautifully appointed facility, digital mammography equipment that community financial support helped to purchase has made a world of difference in diagnostic care. The Foundation’s directors pride themselves on being good stewards of the money local friends and families contribute to help the hospital, he added.
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Reading, an old pleasure for modern times By CARLA SANDERS
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Sinclair Lewis described an incident in “Dodsworth,” “But for Sam it was a motion picture produced by an insane asylum; it was an earthquake with a volcano erupting and a telephone bell ringing just after he had gone to sleep….” Stuff like that. During my book reading sojourn of the past few years I’ve also rediscovered the joys of the public library. At least half of the volumes I’ve read have come from there, providing hours of entertainment while not putting a huge dent in my wallet. And now with everything on computer, it is so easy to find what I’m looking for in seconds. But part of the pleasure in visiting the library lies in the exploration. I walk through the stacks, see a familiar author and read the dust jacket. I take it, or not, and move on. There is so much more to explore. My husband’s Aunt Anne, another avid reader, has introduced me to several authors, often sending seven or eight books to me at a time from her home in South Carolina. After I finish those, I head to the library, seeking more volumes by the same writers. Some continue a thread; others are single story; all are wonderful. My mother took me to get my first library card when I was 9 years old. Through the years, as I’ve moved from town to town, finding the library and getting a card has always been among my first stops. I know that with today’s technology I could get a digital reader and have thousands of books at my fingertips on a little computer screen, but that’s just not for me. I love the feel, the texture of a book in my hand. I enjoy the motion of turning each page as the story unfolds. I like to see how far I’ve come and how much more I have to go.
At home I have a whistling tea kettle. I pour the water in, let it boil, wait for the whistle and then make my tea. Now, some might put a cup of water in the microwave and get the same result. But I am old school; I like the ritual. It’s the same with books. So, I take my newly brewed cup of tea and my current tome and settle in. I open the cover, turn the page and, as the anticipation builds, begin my next adventure. Chapter 1.
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