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FALL INTO FASHION
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THAT’S ENTERTAINMENT!
Autumn brings shorter days, cooler temperatures and a shift in fashion perspective. Nikki Vitale, owner of the Fiorina boutique in Glendora, fashions some smart ideas for the season.
Music and sports legends, Broadwaystyle musicals and elaborate dance productions are among the entertainment options coming to Foothills communities this fall.
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TASTES TO DISCOVER The exciting cuisines of China, Laos, Thailand and Vietnam are all served at one location — Taste of Asia in La Verne.
DEPARTMENTS FROM THE EDITOR
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Food as art, wildlife and ghosts at night 8 CALENDAR
Event listings 10 Hot tickets 12 EVENTS
Walking for a cause 15 KITCHEN
Slow-cooked comfort 18 FITNESS
Smart help to lose weight 21 MEDICINE
Previewing the new Kaiser Permanente in Ontario 40 E-records at San Antonio Community Hospital 43
Healthy eating Saundra Moreno prepares a whole wheat pasta with turkey breast al fresco sauce. Photo by Al Cuizon
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Old World sausages around the corner 54 Restaurant guide 56 SEEN
Scheu Family YWCA, Inland Empire Heart Walk 60 Putt 4 Paws 61 L.A. County Fair, Claremont Museum of Art 62 Soroptimist Casino Fundraiser, Let It Be Foundation 63 NONPROFITS
House of Ruth Inc. 64 Nonprofit calendar 65 CARLA SANDERS
Giving back to the community 66
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A few weeks ago, it was finally time to do it: Take a serious look at Glendora Mountain Road. I had driven it, perhaps 20 years ago, on a leisurely Sunday afternoon that seemed to last forever. With the Tour de Foothills looming and its Highlander Century, a 100-mile route that boasts climbs totaling 7,500 feet, it was time to take a closer look at this isolated route that connects to Glendora Ridge Road and eventually to Mount Baldy Village. “I’ll just take a gander at it,” I told myself as I slid along Baseline toward Compromise Road in Glendora. The plan was to just ride up a bit — a scouting trip. It was a perfect Saturday, sunny but not brutally hot. Other riders in brightly colored Spandex also were floating along the road. It took me a few tries to find the correct turn to the mountains. Once I found it, the road looked sweet. Riders were friendly. The day was cool. I climbed. And climbed. And climbed. (Later in mapping my route on the computer, I discovered the first climb lasts nine miles.) But I was able to keep going. At some point, much farther along than I had planned to go, I decided ... What the heck, might as well go for it — so I rode all the way to Mount Baldy. That’s when I had my moment. It was time to check in, which I routinely do on route changes or long rides. I was some 15 or 20 miles up the hill, and guess what? No signal.
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I was also surprised to look up and realize I was actually alone — beyond the electronic tether, just me, my bike and my water bottles. Wow. At least, I thought I was alone. As I rode on, it dawned on me that “unhooked” was a more appropriate term. After all, this was a busy route. Riders were behind me, in front of me, and going in both directions. They chatted, ready to stop and render aid or a kind word — a community was there. It occurs to me, now, that we think we are “connected” because of our electronics: phones, news feeds, radio and TV. But we really aren’t. We’re only truly connected when we shut off the electronics and join our friends, family and neighbors in real, physical time. Our community is all around us — ready to help, needing help, ready to share ideas and experiences at the gym, at work, at church, on the road and at the coffee shop. We have only to reach out. In this issue, we explore the profusion of performing arts offerings at local venues, take a look at fall fashions, give a progress report on Kaiser’s new Ontario Medical Center, check in with the Healthy Fontana program and take a Taste of Asia. And don’t forget columnist Carla Sanders. Like us, she’s all about community.
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UBERYUMMY contemporary confections and objects of desire First it was art imitating life, then it was food imitating art. Now, it’s art, imitating food? Well, not exactly — more like clay and the artists who model it, wrapping that stuff into elastic, sensual, visually-gooey fantastic shapes evoking candy and fondant deliciousness, wild creations and wilder sallies into super-consumerism. If that’s a mouthful — that’s “Uberyummy.” The exhibit, a clay and ceramic based collection of “contemporary confections and objects of desire,” opens Sept. 30 at the Robert and Francis Fullerton Museum of Art at Cal State San Bernardino. Co-curated by Alison Petty Ragguette and Karen Crews Hendon, the collection ranges from iconic objects such as kitschy chachas, souvenir curios, and fantasy figurines, to mysterious anamorphic forms. How did it begin? Ragguette says she “really wanted to curate a show of sculptural works that are playful and amusing, and bring out the child in all of us.” Hendon adds, “We are also exploring the over-embellishment of surface ... (many) of these objects make you want to lick them, embrace them or use them to your advantage somehow; I call it ‘tactually teasing’ the viewer.” Through Dec. 15, admission is free; suggested donation $3. For more information, call 909-537-7373, or visit http://raffma.csusb.edu.
Pumpkins, ponies and Matt’s Run October really puts the “poly” in Cal Poly Pomona. The students are back, and so are many wonderful events, including the memorial Matt’s Run 5K, which raises funds for scholarships and pays tribute to Matthew Myers, a student who was fatally struck by a vehicle on campus in 2005. In addition to keeping Matt’s memory and passion alive, the Oct. 15 run brings the campus and local community closer together and honors the organization that shows the most spirited participation in the event, says Laura Peterson, this year’s chair. The 8 a.m. run is USA Track & Field certified and will include prizes, giveaways and an iPad raffle. More information at www.mattsrun.org or by calling 909-869-4852. Also happening, a perennial favorite, the Pumpkin Festival, Oct. 15-16, during which the entire family can roam the patch and select their very own gourds for Halloween. If that’s not enough, there’s a corn maze, a pancake breakfast and an insect fair. The Pumpkin Festival will be held at the Farm Store, the insect fair at the Bronco Student Center. More information at www.csupomona.edu/~farmstore. One more note — if you’ve never been, the Sunday Horse Shows, held October through May at the W.K. Kellogg Arabian Horse Center are a treat. Shows are held at 2 p.m. on the first Sunday of the month.
Looking for Halloween goosebumps? Why not start at an old morgue? There’s one in Riverside that will fit the bill, if you dare. The California Riverside Ballet hosts its 20th annual Ghost Walk, Oct. 28-29, beginning at ending at the Main Street Pedestrian Mall downtown. Visitors are invited to join any one of five different four-location tours that spin spooky tales and skits as they meander through old Riverside landmarks — including the county courthouse, the old coroner’s building and the former Loring Opera House. Scary? Yes. But it also celebrates the fun of Halloween with the beauty of Riverside’s historic downtown, says Kathy Allavie, story production coordinator. It also raises funds to put on the ballet’s annual Nutcracker production. For tickets visit http://crballet.com.
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OK, she’s admired, and we’re inspired. She’s Aquanetta Warren, Fontana mayor. She’s got healthy cooking going. She’s the first black mayor of the city. Now, there’s jazz, too. Fontana invites food and music lovers to join the first Mayor’s Jazz Jam, Oct. 8, 6 to 11 p.m. at the Community Senior Center, 16710 Ceres Ave. Proceeds will benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Fontana. For more information at http://bgcfontana.org or call 909-822-4988.
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Pumpkin Patch through 10/31 Wander through a 450-acre working farm where more than 130 varieties of pumpkins and winter squash are grown. Large gift shop, hands-on petting zoo and aviary, pony rides, 2-acre corn maze, a you-pick pumpkin patch and more. Live Oak Canyon Pumpkin Patch, 32335 Live Oak Canyon Road, at the 10 Freeway, Yucaipa; open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. in September, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. in October; 909-795-8733. www.liveoakcanyon.com
Apple Season through 11/30 Visit orchards, taste fresh apples and cider, enjoy hot apple pie at one of the several family restaurants, feed the animals in the animal parks, or browse through some of the many specialty shops. Oak Glen, east of Yucaipa and north of Beaumont, off Interstate 10; 909-797-6833. www.oakglen.net
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10/1 Run, walk or ride the Auto Club Speedway track. Also a Healthy Communities expo, with a climbing wall, farmers’ market, free health screenings, sports activities and more. A robotics competition hosted by San Bernardino and Chaffey community colleges follows the 5K. Auto Club Speedway, 9300 Cherry Ave., Fontana; 6 a.m. to noon; 909-387-4370 www.autoclubspeedway.com
10/31 An evening of fun for the entire family. Cost is 50 cents per ticket for game booths. Finkbiner Park softball fields, 160 N. Wabash Ave., Glendora; 5-8 p.m. www.ci.glendora.ca.us
Twilight Cruise 10/5 Open to all 1970 and earlier rods, customs, classics and muscle cars. Participants receive free museum admission. Additional 2011 dates: Nov. 2 and Dec. 7. Wally Parks NHRA Motorsports Museum, Fairplex, 1101 W. McKinley Ave., Pomona; 4-8 p.m. Wednesdays through Sunday; 909-622-2133. museum.nhra.com.
Garden Events 10/15 The first of four pruning and planting workshops. Work with experienced gardeners and ISAcertified arborist Rich Bado. Learn planting secrets and tree pruning. Bring gloves and tools. Other dates: Nov. 12, March 17 and May 5. Maloof Foundation Discovery Garden, 5131 Carnelian St., Alta Loma; 8:30-11:30 a.m.; free; 909-980-0412. www.malooffoundation.org
Glendora Family Carnival 11/4-6 Three-day carnival celebrates the 100th anniversary of Glendora’s incorporation. Louie Pompei Park, 1100 S. Valley Center, Glendora; 4-10 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday; 626-914-8228 www.ci.glendora.ca.us.
Apple Butter Festival 11/25-27 Apple butter making demonstrations and other activities that pay tribute to the customs of pioneer families, including an oldfashioned hoedown featuring music by Riley’s Mountaineers. Riley’s at Los Rios Rancho, 39611 Oak Glen Road, Oak Glen; 909-797-1005. Also: A Country Christmas, Dec. 3-4 and 9-11. www.losriosrancho.com
Swan Lake featuring the infamous Black Swan and her elusive White Swan counterpart. Bridges Auditorium, 450 N. College Way, Claremont; 1 and 7 p.m. Oct. 22, 1 p.m. Oct. 23; 909-482-1590. Also: The Nutcracker, Dec. 3-18. www.ipballet.org
Circo Luci 11/18-19 Show featuring the European-style theatrical circus. Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa, 32-250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage; 888-999-1995. Also: Moscow Ballet’s Nutcracker, Dec. 14. www.hotwatercasino.com
The Nutcracker 12/10-11 Annual presentation by California Riverside Ballet. Fox Performing Arts Center, 3801 Mission Inn Ave., Riverside; 1 and 7 p.m. Dec. 10, 1 p.m. Dec. 11; $19-$49; 951-779-9800. http://crballet.com
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Merle Haggard 10/8-9 In concert with Kris Kristofferson. Pechanga Resort & Casino, 45000 Pechanga Parkway, near Temecula; 8 p.m. Oct. 8, 7 p.m. Oct. 9; $60-$90; 877-711-2946. Also: Bowzer’s Ultimate Doo Wop Party Volume II, Oct. 15; Side A, Oct. 21; Darius Rucker, Oct. 30; Skid Row/ Warrant, Nov. 4; Creedence Clearwater Revisited, Nov. 18; Jenni Rivera, Nov. 23; Celtic Woman, Dec. 1-3. www.pechanga.com
Kenny G 10/15 In concert. Morongo Casino Resort and Spa, 4955 Seminole Drive, Cabazon; 8 p.m.; $49-$59; 888-667-6646. Also: Zapp, The Ohio Players, Nov. 19; Boyz II Men, Dec. 16; Tower of Power, Jan. 1. www.morongocasinoresort.com
Mountain Music Day 10/16 Benefit concert for the Old School House featuring Mill Creek Boys, Lilies of the West, Kattywompus, South Coast and others, plus a bake sale, mountain dulcimer, autoharp and
guitar workshops and other activities. The Old School House, 11911 S. Oak Glen Road, Oak Glen; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; $8 donation, free for ages 12 and younger; 909-987-5701.
Brian McKnight 10/22 In concert, with a party following the show. Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa, 32-250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage; 888-999-1995. Also: The Band Perry, Oct. 29; Village People, Nov. 4; Dierks Bentley, Nov. 12. www.hotwatercasino.com
Cal State Concerts 10/22 Recital on the Run. Performing Arts Recital Hall, Cal State San Bernardino, 5500 University Parkway; 909-537-7516. Also: Latin Jazz Night with the Jazz Ensemble in the Santos Manuel Student Union Events Center, Nov. 1. music.csusb.edu
Judas Priest 10/22 In concert. San Manuel Amphitheater, 2575 Glen Helen Parkway, Devore; 909-880-6500. www.livenation.com
sports Ontario Reign through 10/29 Home games vs. Las Vegas Wranglers (Oct. 8), Bakersfield Condors (Oct. 14), Stockton Thunder (Oct. 15 and 28), Colorado Eagles
(Oct. 29). Citizens Business Bank Arena, 4000 Ontario Center Parkway, Ontario; $10-$50; 909-941-7825. www.ontarioreign.com
art & exhibits Exposed through 10/29 Sculpture and promised gifts from the museum’s permanent collection, which has grown to nearly 2,000 objects. American Museum of Ceramic Art, 340 S. Garey Ave., Pomona; noon to 5 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday, until 9 p.m. on second Saturday; 909-865-3146. www.ceramicmuseum.org
‘Bittersweet Harvest’ through 10/30 Exhibition about the largest guest worker initiative in U.S. history, the Bracero Program. Museum of History and Art, 225 S. Euclid Ave., Ontario; noon to 4 p.m. ThursdaysSundays; free; 909-395-2510. www.ci.ontario.ca.us
‘Turn, Turn, Turn’ through 11/6 Through exhibits, events and programs, a look at the history, social and political movements, popular culture and technology that marked 1965 to 1975. San Bernardino County Museum, 2024 N. Orange Tree Lane, Redlands; 909-307-2669. www.sbcountymuseum.org
Art/Object through 11/23 Exhibitions and projects that present variations on the relationship between art and objects. 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; 909-652-6492. www.chaffey.edu/wignall
Fall 2011 Juried Show 10/7-11/20 Opening reception, 2 p.m. Oct. 9. CCAA Museum of Art at the J. Filippi Winery, 12467 Base Line Road, Rancho Cucamonga; noon to 5 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. www.ccaamuseum.org
Mexican Folk Art Weekend 11/26-27 Artisans from Mexico demonstrate their crafts and sell work during this 12th annual event. Maloof Foundation Jacobs Education Center, 5131 Carnelian St., Alta Loma; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; free; 909-980-0412. www.malooffoundation.org
comedy The Improv through 10/13 Steve Byrne, Sept. 29-Oct. 2; Contagious Comedy, Oct. 4; Re-Fried Wednesday, Oct. 5; Arnez J, Oct. 6-9; Vagina Dialogues, Oct. 13. The Improv, 4555 Mills Circle, Ontario; 909-484-5411. www.ontarioimprov.com
The Riverside County Philharmonic and Music Director Tomasz Golka Present
Musical Explorations
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October 15, 2011 ~ 7:30pm “Exploring Musical Summits”
January 7, 2012 ~ 7:30pm “All aboard the Orient Express”
March 10, 2012 ~ 7:30pm “Music among friends”
May 19, 2012 ~ 7:30pm “Heroes of the People”
Guest Artist Peter Soave, bandoneón
Featuring the Stars of the Philharmonic
Guest Artist Gary Hoffman, cello
Guest Artist Roman Rabinovich, piano
Mozart, Piazzolla, Beethoven
Bartok, Haydn, Weber, J. Strauss, Offenbach
Kilstofte, Dvorák, ˇ Brahms
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» Believe Walk co-founders Nancy Varner, left, Annie Sellas and Cathy Stockton each survived battles with cancer.
Women who Believe STORY BY amy bentley
Some cities host a Susan G. Komen walk and others hold an Avon walk to fight breast cancer. Redlands has its very own: the Believe Walk — unique because funds raised in the Inland Empire stay in the Inland Empire, helping to support local cancer patients and survivors. The three women who started the Believe Walk — cancer survivors Cathy Stockton, Annie Sellas and Nancy Varner of Redlands — are still at the helm as participants prepare to converge on downtown Redlands for the fourth annual event on Sunday, Oct. 2. It promises to be a positive, festive day as many storefronts will be decorated in a colorful show of support. “What’s neat is the spirit and the feeling,” Sellas said. “Even my friends who came from the L.A. area said how beautiful it was. It’s so powerful. That’s what heals people. God healed me, and it’s a blessing to be able to do this.” When the women and their supporters launched the Believe Walk four years ago, officials at the Police october 2011
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Department needed an estimate of the number of people who would turn out. The women guessed 400; more than 1,700 showed up. “We were stunned and feel pretty blessed,� said Varner, adding that each year the number of participants has grown. More than 7,000 people participated last year, and this time organizers are preparing for 8,000-10,000. Varner was inspired to bring a cancerfighting fundraising event to the Inland Empire after she attended a Susan G. Komen breast cancer walk in San Diego. Varner, Sellas and Stockton joined forces with friends, cancer survivors and supporters to form a group called Inland Women Fighting Cancer. “It was when we all were on our cancer journeys that we cemented our friendship,� said Varner, who along with Stockton recently celebrated five years of being cancer-free. Sellas has been cancerfree for 10 years. “The point of the walk is it’s a celebration of life, and we want to help
other people,� Varner said. Inland Women Fighting Cancer took the idea to Stater Bros. chairman and CEO Jack Brown, who was supportive. Stater Bros. Charities has been a major sponsor of the Believe Walk, and many other local businesses and individuals also support the family friendly event. Since its inception, the Believe Walk has raised more than $900,000 for the new Patient Resource Center at the Loma Linda University Cancer Center — which is expected to open this fall — and the Women’s Imaging and Wellness Center at St. Bernardine’s Medical Center in San Bernardino. Organizers set a goal of raising $500,000 this year, including $50,000 from online donations. Believe Walk
What: There’s a 5K (3.1 miles) and a 10K route (6.2 miles), and both end at the Believe Bash, which features snacks, music, cancer awareness information and vendor booths. Where: Walks start at State and Orange streets and end at the Redlands Bowl. When: Sunday, Oct. 2 Information: www.believeinlandempire.com
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cancer, the Believe Walk also includes a bra and tie decorating contest. The top prize is a weekend getaway to South Coast Winery in Temecula.
Crazy ties, bras ‘support’ event Among the more colorful aspects of the Believe Walk are the bras and ties. We don’t mean a red-lace C cup or a blue paisley tie. Instead, it’s the outright crazy, funky and imaginative pieces of embellished clothing that have become a local legend in their own right as well as a signature of the event. Just for fun and to add some artistic expression to the Believe Walk, organizers developed a fancy bras and ties decorating contest. Prizes are awarded for first, second and third place, and the people’s choice. One top winner will receive a weekend getaway at the South Coast Winery in Temecula’s scenic wine country. The contest has led to some pretty creative bras — decorated with every sort of embellishment imaginable, from feathers and funky fabrics to rhinestones, little stars, golf balls, mini butterflies and artificial flowers. These special bras and ties grace downtown Redlands storefronts along with the SUV of Believe Walk co-founder Annie Sellas. Her Ford Excursion, covered with the decorated bras and ties, cruises along the Believe Walk route, driven by the organizers’ husbands who park in different places so walkers can enjoy it and people can take fun pictures of the vehicle. “The first year we decided we would decorate an SUV. We decorated Annie’s car with all these bras and called it, ‘the support van,’ � said Nancy Varner, a Believe Walk co-founder. “We decided last year to have a contest, and had about 65 bras and ties. People brought them from all over. It’s pretty crazy. It’s fun.� After the walk, the bras and ties are saved and re-used as decorations for future Believe Walks and other local charity events. — Amy Bentley
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CAN’T LOOK through a food magazine or a kitchen wares catalog without finding some cooking gadget I need. A watermelonhued knife just for cutting watermelon? Yes! A $500 high-powered, super quiet blender to replace my perfectly good, if somewhat noisy, mixer? Yes! A traditional North African tangine? I don’t know when I’d use one, but yes! But for all the exotic, expensive and impractical cooking tools I covet, there is really only one that I cannot live without — my best friend in the kitchen, my Crock-Pot. There are only two options for cooking — high heat or
low — and the black enameled crock is chipped. But that beat-up slow cooker has never let me down. It does all the work and lets me take all the credit. The Crock-Pot hasn’t seen much counter time in recent months, but our family’s busy schedule and the cooler evenings will keep it plenty busy this fall, cooking soups, stews, roasts and more. One of my all-time favorite comfort foods is chili; the recipe below features pumpkins but any winter squash would do. Look for the smaller sugar pumpkins; the big ones used for jack-o’lanterns are fine but not quite as easy to prep for cooking.
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Pumpkin and Pinto Bean Chili Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 cup chopped onion 1 cup chopped red bell pepper 1 garlic clove, minced 2 teaspoons ancho chili powder 1 tablespoon ground cumin 4 cups peeled sugar pumpkin, cubed (about 1 pound) 2 14-ounce cans pinto beans, drained and rinsed 1½ cups water 1½ cups frozen whole-kernel corn 1 teaspoon salt 1 14-ounce can crushed tomatoes, undrained 1 4.5-ounce can chopped green chilies, undrained ¾ cup shredded jack cheese 6 lime wedges toasted pepitas or pumpkin seeds, for garnish
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Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add onion, bell pepper and garlic; cover and cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Add chili powder and cumin; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Place onion mixture in standard-size slow cooker. Add pumpkin and next 6 ingredients (through chilies). Cover and cook on low 8 hours or until vegetables are tender and chili is thick. Sprinkle with cheese; serve with lime wedges and pepitas.
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dietitian guide you with recommendations that are healthy and realistic so you lose weight at a healthy rate (about 2-3 pounds per week) and make changes that you can follow in the long run. “A fad diet or an extreme cut in calories might lead to immediate weight loss but it is an unhealthy method because it forces you to lose water and muscle. This means the weight loss is only short-term and can lead to various health complications,” she said. A healthy diet should also be individualized because of all the factors that must be considered when making diet recommendations. “Factors I consider include cooking abilities, time constraints, budget, food likes and dislikes, other people in the household, who does the grocery shopping, medical conditions and personal goals. “I provide anything from basic recommendations based on their food log or can go more in-depth with a sample meal plan and recipes based on their cooking habits, schedules and personal tastes,” she said. And the largest mistake we make when it comes to our diet plan? It tends to be underestimating food intake, Steen says. Often, most people will forget how much they eat or drink throughout the day. “Especially with how large our portion sizes, plates and glasses are now compared to those decades ago,” she said. Another problem is the tendency to lose focus on healthy eating habits over time, especially around holidays or if other people in the household are not following a healthy diet as well. “Scheduling follow-up appointments with a dietitian and keeping a daily food log can keep people on track because it holds them accountable for what they eat,” Steen said.
Locating a dietitian To find a dietitian close to home, registered dietitian Vanessa Steen suggests visiting the American Dietetic Association website at www.eatright.org and selecting “Find a Registered Dietitian.” Because not all dietitians choose to be members of the American Dietetic Association, another option would be to ask a family physician for a referral or to check with your health insurance provider. Once you’re ready to visit a dietitian, keeping a daily food log would be a great way to prepare for a visit. “I usually recommend at least two weekdays and one weekend day for a food log,” Steen said. “Be very honest and as accurate as possible with portion sizes when keeping a food log or discussing your diet with the dietitian. “It may be tempting to only share your ‘good’ eating days, but it is important to share your daily eating habits — good and bad — so the dietitian can help you meet your goals.” It’s also helpful to keep an open mind and let go of diet information you may have heard in the past, Steen says.
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Even California has its seasons, and, despite a last onslaught of summer heat, the onset of fall means a shift in fashion perspective. We invited Nikki Vitale, owner of the Fiorina boutique in Glendora, to put together some ideas for the season, modeled by Ashley and Justine.
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Nikki Vitale’s forecast is for voluminous tops, rich muted colors, fluid fabrics and, most of all, comfort and style wrapped up in something tastefully alluring. And every woman, she says, owes it to herself to own at least one piece of premium denim — a higher end jean that is soft to the touch, has strategic shading to elongate the legs and pocket placement that accentuates her curves.
Ogle inset-waist charcoal and black dress, which can also be worn as a tunic, $118.
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FOX Performing Arts Center
Riverside, California
Shows You Don’t Want to Miss! T h e K I N G o f B l u e s!
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Below from left, camel poncho cardigan from Charlotte, with tortoise shell buttons, $118; Michael Stars printed top with drape neck, $68.
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Dolman sleeve, drape neck, water-drip print top from XCVI, $98; Hudson premium denim, with signature bootcut fit, $178; hand-crafted, vintage-inspired necklace by Mo-Ments, $86.
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Self-confidence sold here
From casual to dressy, attire that lifts spirits, melts away insecurities STORY BY CAROLINE WOON PHOTOS BY ERIC TOM
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S ONE of the San Gabriel Valley’s high-end ladies clothing boutiques, Fiorina in downtown Glendora is a prime spot for fashionconscious girlfriends to splurge on an afternoon of coffee, conversation and retail therapy. Opened in 2003 by Nikki Vitale, an industry veteran with an eye for haute couture and 20 years of experience under her belt, this 2,300-plus square-foot store boasts a chic, edgy yet laid-back vibe while consistently striving to combine the best of all possible worlds. “I wanted to utilize my expertise as a former buyer for a major national chain
to successfully interpret a large-scale retail concept and turn it into something that would make sense for a small community,” she said. “We’re a clientfriendly neighborhood shop carrying the same popular designer labels as the big guys — only with a bit of a twist.” Fiorina’s penchant for supplying customers with a lot more than they bargained for is also evidenced by both the value and versatility of the merchandise. “We have been ever mindful of the shift in people’s priorities during these tough economic times, lowering our price point to accommodate tighter budgets without compromising quality,” Vitale said. “Plus, shoppers can always find incredible fashions here which easily translate from
casual to dressy and back again — taking them from a soccer game to a movie to a night on the town.” But despite her boutique’s wide assortment of breezy sundresses and fuzzy sweaters, handmade jewelry » Fiorina boutique and color owner Nikki Vitale cosmetics, premium denim and one-of-a-kind tops, Vitale firmly believes that Fiorina provides women of all ages and body types with something you can’t put a price tag on: self-confidence.
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“In my line of work, there’s no greater reward than to see a woman’s spirit uplifted, to watch her insecurities melt away because she feels good about what she’s wearing,” she explained. “It’s no secret: when we look fabulous on the outside, we behave differently; we feel powerful, take more risks and change our approach in every aspect of life from business relationships to communicating with others.” However, the boost to self-esteem is just a small piece of a complex puzzle that Fiorina’s employees are intent on solving. “My staff prides itself on its ability to identify and reevaluate our clients’ daily needs, to truly understand how they live,” she said. “What kind of schedules do they keep? Where do they like to travel? How do they spend their weekends? Do they have any hobbies or special interests? We’re constantly searching for new and exciting clothing lines to bring these women exactly what their lives demand.”
» Fiorina stocks a wide selection of contemporary clothing. Vitale’s commitment to ensuring complete customer satisfaction becomes even clearer the moment you set foot inside this warm and inviting Mediterranean-style boutique. “In addition to offering personalized wardrobe consultations, free shipping and home delivery, Fiorina is open seven days a week and features a cozy lounge area with a fluffy couch, current reading
materials, complimentary beverages and DirecTV. We’re absolutely convinced that the shopping experience should be a joyful one for women and their partners — not a dreaded chore — so we’ll do whatever we can to put a smile on their face and a skip in their step.” Fiorina
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No life is complete without the cultural arts, and this fall Foothills communities will come alive with theater, dance, comedy, music and more. Much more, as Broadway-style productions, Grammy and other award winners, nationally known headliners and lesser-known talents — but no less dedicated — will take the stage. There’s plenty for sports fans, too. Olympic and U.S. champion figure skaters, including Evan Lysacek and Alissa Czisny, will compete on the ice with some of the world’s best. And the Los Angeles Lakers and UCLA men’s
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basketball team have games scheduled on the hardwood. The entertainment guide on the following pages covers what’s in store at nine local venues — from the big (Citizens Business Bank Arena) to more intimate settings (Candlelight Pavilion Dinner Theater). We also check in with Center Stage Theater in Fontana, Fox venues in Pomona and Riverside, The Grove Theatre in Upland, the Haugh Performing Arts Center in Glendora, Lewis Family Playhouse in Rancho Cucamonga, and the California Theatre of the Performing Arts in San Bernardino. Enjoy!
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hile our Inland Empire niche includes a variety of boutique theater venues, it also has two west-end showcases each with a decidedly different outlook. In Ontario, the Citizens Business Bank Arena, owned by the city but operated by AEG, hosts an array of sports and family oriented events. The fall schedule includes a visit by the Los Angeles Lakers who will bring the show as they meet the Atlanta Hawks on Oct. 12, pending resolution of the NBA lockout. The Lakers have played a game at the arena each year since the opening of the sports-events facility. At last check, tickets at $32 and up were available. While hockey with the Ontario Reign is in season at the Arena in October, folks who want to watch figure skating competition will also get their chance when the 2011 Hilton HHonors Skate America event comes to town with three days of Olympic-style ladies, mens, pairs and ice dancing. The event begins with an open practice session on Oct. 21; competition runs Oct. 21-23. All-event tickets and VIP package tickets are available starting at $150; single event tickets are available at prices starting from $25. More information at www.usfigureskating.org. Also on the schedule are: Oct. 8 — The IE Food Truck and Brew Fest, with more than 50 gourmet food trucks and
local breweries on Oct. 8; tickets are $10 ($8 in advance) and VIP early admission is $25. Nov. 11 — UCLA men’s basketball home opener vs. the Cal State San Bernardino Coyotes; tickets starting at $15. Nov. 20 — Christian rock hits the stage with Winter Jam, featuring Newsboys, Kutless, Matthew West, RED and Firefight among others; $10 at the door. Dec. 28-Jan. 1 — Disney on Ice: Disney-Pixar’s Toy Story 3; tickets starting at $16. Further to the west, Pomona’s Fox Theater is host to shows from Golden Voice, with contemporary rock shows featuring name acts including Death Cab for Cutie, Oct. 14; Gavin DeGraw and David Cook, Oct. 26; Jack’s Mannequin, Nov. 12; and Morrissey, Nov. 28. More shows and information at www.foxpomona.com.
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4000 Ontario Center Parkway, Ontario 909-244-5600, www.cbbankarena.com
The Fox Theater
301 S. Garey Ave., Pomona 909-784-3671, www.foxpomona.com
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t Riverside’s Fox Performing Arts Center, success is all about the entertainment mix. Each season brings a diverse lineup with something for everyone — including everything from rock to blues to comedy to classical to Broadway musicals. And this year is no different. Start with legendary blues guitarist B.B. King, who performs Sept. 28 with Kenny Wayne Shepherd. King is best known for his hits “The Thrill is Gone,” “You Don’t Know Me” and “Why I Sing The Blues.” Shepherd, a rising blues guitarist, often opens for King. There will be plenty of other standout shows, including comedian Howie Mandell, fresh off hosting NBC’s top-rated “America’s Got Talent.” The lineup also features Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Experience, a multi-media celebration of the life and music of his father, legendary Led Zeppelin drummer John Bonham. Along with the concerts and comedy acts, five musical theater productions will be presented by McCoy-Rigby Entertainment, a La Mirada-based theater production STORY BY luanne J. hunt
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Fox Performing Arts Center
3801 Mission Inn Ave., Riverside 951-779-9800, www.foxriversidelive.com
Shows, dates, ticket prices B.B. King and Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Sept. 28, $45-$110; Leon Russell, Sept. 29, $27-$67; “Forever Plaid,” Oct. 7-8, $30-$65; Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Experience, Oct. 12, $29-$79; Anjelah Johnson, Oct. 14, $24-$45; Riverside County Philharmonic, Oct. 15, $20-$82; “The Matchmaker,” Oct. 22, $25-$50; Beverly Crawford, Nov. 5, $16-$65; Howie Mandell, Nov. 11, $59-$150; Jeffrey Osborne, Nov. 12; “Smokey Joe’s Café,” Nov. 18-19, $30-$69; Paul Rodriguez and Los Lobos, Dec. 3, Masters of Harmony, Dec. 4, $25-$35; California Riverside Ballet’s “The Nutcracker,” Dec. 10-11, $19-$49; “Ring of Fire,” Feb. 17-18; “Peter Pan,” June 29-30 and July 1
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company. They are “Forever Plaid,” “Smokey Joe’s Café,” “Miss Saigon,” “Ring of Fire” and “Peter Pan.” The last one will feature Cathy Rigby, the former Olympic gymnast who co-owns McCoy-Rigby Entertainment. “These are all shows I have produced at the La Mirada (Theater for the Performing Arts), and they’ve been wildly successful,” said Tom McCoy, executive producer of McCoy-Rigby Entertainment. “We are bringing these to the Fox with the same Broadway production quality that will really give audiences a sense of what American musical theater is like around the country on a grand scale.” The productions will include actors, directors, set designers and costumers who have worked on Broadway, and the shows range from mid-sized to large scale. “The Fox is the crown jewel theater in the Inland Empire, and we want our productions to come up to the level of that great space,” McCoy said.
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Contrasts with the San Bernardino Symphony Orchestra, Oct. 1, $20-$55; Phil Vassar, Oct. 7, $19-$63.50; Garth Guy, A Tribute to Garth Brooks, Oct. 8, $38.50-$75; “Nosferatu,” Oct. 15, $7-$15; “The Joy Luck Club,” Oct. 21-23, $38.50-$77.50; Dia de Los Muertos Gran Celebracion, “Recuerdos,” Oct. 29, $21-$61. Steven Curtis Chapman, Nov. 3, $19-$63.50; Riverdance, Nov. 4-6, $38.50-$77.50; Canned Heat and the Fabulous Thunderbirds, Nov. 11, $19$63.50; Evening By the Rhine with the San Bernardino Symphony Orchestra, Nov. 19, $20-$55; “The Wizard of Oz,” Nov. 22-23, $38.50-$77.50. “The Nutcracker” by the Inland Dance Theatre, Dec. 2-4, $20-$30; Mannheim Steamroller Christmas, Dec. 7, $38.50-$77.50; Mariachi Christmas, Dec. 10, $21-$61; Brad Garrett, Dec. 16, $19$63.50; Brian Setzer Rock Orchestra, Dec. 18, $38.50$77.50.
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rom vaudeville movie palace to modernday theater, San Bernardino’s historic California Theatre of the Performing Arts remains a mainstay of entertainment for the Inland Empire, offering a wide range of music, theater, comedy and other shows that appeal to all tastes. The theater has been consistently open and operating ever since it was built in 1928 as a 1,718-seat vaudeville movie palace. Today, the venue has been reinvented to suit modern audiences by showcasing plays, musicals, symphony and other concerts, children’s and fashion shows, ballet, corporate seminars, school graduations and naturalization ceremonies. Owned by the city of San Bernardino and its Economic Development Agency, the theater has gone through numerous renovations to add new lighting and sound systems, among other features. It also has been upgraded and updated regularly with new décor and other improvements, says Joseph Henson, one of the theater’s managers. Top-notch entertainment and well-known names are constantly on the bill. “The general philosophy of what the Economic Development Agency ultimately chooses as far as programming is they try to get the absolute best productions that we can,” Henson said. Once the theater has what he called its “core acts” in place, the owners and managers look for additional shows and performances that will meet tastes from ethnic groups, families with children and others. “We try to make sure it’s the most diversified program we can and that we speak to as many audiences as we can,” Henson said. Expected to be among the most popular shows coming in the months ahead is the Celtic/international dance and musical sensation Riverdance, which sold out when it was presented at the theater in the past. Newcomers to the venue include the Brian Setzer Orchestra. Operators of the California Theatre also strive to have a national presence for the venue by offering programming that is taped to air on TV. From January to June this year, the theater had performances on Showtime each month, including Caroline Ray, Tom Arnold and the comedy show Legally Brown. Eleven more shows are scheduled to be on Showtime. California Theatre of the Performing Arts 562 W. Fourth St., San Bernardino 909-885-5152, www.californiatheatre.net
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herry Kinison is effervescent in conversation. Her enthusiasm and passion for The Grove Theatre bubble forth as she talks about upcoming shows scheduled for the historic Upland venue. At the Grove Productions is celebrating its 20th anniversary this season, and Kinison has an eclectic lineup on tap for fall. From a return engagement of Shine On, a Pink Floyd tribute band, to the beloved “Fiddler on the Roof,” the offerings run the musical and theatrical gamut. There will also be a couple of special holiday presentations as well, and a six-week children’s theater workshop, which started on Sept. 19. Shine On played the Grove last winter and Kinison says there was “a huge response. I was totally amazed. I’d forgotten how good the (Pink Floyd) music was. The band was just fabulous!” Even with the downturn in the economy, people have turned out for shows at the Grove, she says, adding, “Give them something they like and want to see and they will come.” Kinison, who grew up initially singing church music as the daughter of pastors in Rockford, Ill., has been an Upland
» Sherry Kinison, owner of The Grove Theatre in Upland resident for nearly a quarter century. She is enthusiastic about the community and the historic downtown district where the theater is located. Actors who travel to the Inland Empire from Los Angeles and Hollywood to perform at the Grove “love being able to interact and have a connection with all the local actors,” Kinison said. “The pros realize it’s a great place to hone their craft. We really create a family with each show that we do.”
Shows, dates (tickets are generally $20-$25*) “Ladies for the Cure,” variety show fundraiser, Oct. 7; Shine On, Nov. 18; “Fiddler on the Roof,” tentative, Oct. 21-Nov. 13; “It’s a Wonderful Life,” Dec. 2-Dec.17; “Christmas Celebration with Dale and Bill,” holiday favorites concert, Dec. 18. *Senior, student and group discounts generally available.
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276 E. Ninth St., Upland 909-920-4343, http://grovetheatre.com
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» “Cats” “There will be a couple of surprises in the show,” hints Snyder. Rounding out 2011, the Big Band New Year’s Eve Showcase will offer music from a variety of musical eras and genres: Top 40, Rat Pack and more, with multiple performers. And despite the dreary economy, season ticket sales at the Candlelight have been surprisingly good, Snyder says, in part, october 2011
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Broadway classic will grace the stage of an Inland Empire institution this season when the musical “Cats” comes to the Candlelight Pavilion Dinner Theater. “It’s a very popular show, and we’re extremely excited about it,” said Amy Snyder, communications and public relations coordinator for the venue. The musical will feature a large cast — about 21 people, all area residents — and the accompanying set production values featuring elaborate costumes, makeup and wigs. Directing the show will be Paul Hadobas, who was in the Zurich, Switzerland, production of “Cats” in 1991. The two Big Band Nights set for this fall, featuring Citrus College alumni and Blue Note members, are highlights as well, plus this year’s original holiday show, “Santa’s Christmas Wish,” which is being written by John LaLonde, the Candlelight’s artistic director.
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sadly, because of the closure of other regional dinner theaters. “Some people really want that dinner theater experience, so they’re coming here,” she said. Many return again and again, especially at the holidays. The Candlelight will celebrate its 26th anniversary in October, and Snyder says that some patrons who came as children
and now are returning with their own children and grandchildren. “For many people, the Candlelight is a family tradition.” Candlelight Pavilion Dinner Theater 455 W. Foothill Blvd., Claremont 909-626-1254, www.candlelightpavilion.com STORY BY carla sanders PHOTO COURTESY GETTY IMAGES
Shows, dates, ticket prices The Marvelous Wonderettes, through Oct. 2, $48-$68; Big Band Night, Sept. 30 and Nov. 4, $40-$45; “Cats,”* Oct. 7-Nov. 20, $48-$68; Santa’s Christmas Wish, Nov. 25- Dec. 27, $48-$68; Big Band New Year’s Eve Showcase, Dec. 31, $99-$125 Shows run approximately 2½ hours on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sundays with Saturday and Sunday matinees. *The Oct. 7 “Cats” show is a $20 preview with no dinner served.
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rom Cuban salsa dancers to singing choirboys to stunt dogs, the Haugh Performing Arts Center at Citrus College has an eclectic lineup for fall that is sure to entice an array of theatergoers. Songs from the 1940s, with the music of Glenn Miller, Tommy Dorsey, Artie Shaw and others, will take to the stage in early October as part of the production of “In the Mood,” which is already proving to be a popular draw, according to Greg Hinrichsen, director of the Haugh Performing Arts Center. The national touring company will arrive after performing in Australia. Just in time for Halloween will be a twist on the Citrus College Music Department’s annual “A Night of Music from Film.” This year’s edition will be “A Nightmare of Music from Film” in which film clips from suspense movies are re-edited and students compose original scores to accompany the clips. A large orchestra on stage plays the scores. The venerable Vienna Boys Choir will round out October. “They are just an amazing group,” Hinrichsen said. “They’ve been in existence for more than 500 years and are musically unbelievable. They are an amazing group, and not only are they singers, but cultural ambassadors, too.” The 100 or so boys in the choir, ranging in age from 11 to 14, are divided into four touring groups. The Haugh program will include medieval as well as contemporary music. The Kings of Salsa are scheduled for early November and will include not only the talents of the Cuban dance troupe, but the event also will feature a Cuban food truck plus an after-show party october 2011
» Kings of Salsa where guests may meet the cast. Another popular attraction will be the Extreme Canines Stunt Dog Show, with two Saturday performances. The group may seem familiar to some as the talented canines have been showcased on the Animal Planet television network among other places. Performances of “The Sound of Music,” a children’s offering of “The Hundred Dresses,” and three sessions of different staged readings of original student work, “Emerging American Voices,” will complete the fall program, just in time for the annual holiday favorite, “Christmas Is...” “It’s kind of an institution here at Citrus,” Hinrichsen said of “Christmas Is...” The first half of the show is a holiday concert, the second half is an original musical with scenery and costumes and it’s a different story every year. The production is such a crowd-pleaser, he adds, that 10,000 to 12,000 people attend each year. Two other holiday-themed shows
are slated, too: The fourth annual dance celebration, “Holidance!,” and a children’s theatrical program, “Candy Cane Corners.” Haugh Performing Arts Center at Citrus College 1000 W. Foothill Blvd., Glendora 626-963-9411, www.haughpac.com Shows, dates, ticket prices “In the Mood,” Oct. 9, $26-$28; “The Sound of Music,” Oct. 21-23, $15-$17.50; “A Nightmare of Music from Film,” Oct. 28-29, $10-$12; Vienna Boys Choir, Oct. 30, $14-$28; “The Hundred Dresses,” Nov. 5 (in Citrus Little Theatre), $5; Kings of Salsa, Nov. 5, $14-$28; Emerging American Voices, Nov. 8-10 (a different show each night), $10-$12; Extreme Canines Stunt Dog Show, Nov. 19, $6; “Christmas Is...,” Dec. 2-18, $15-$20; “Holidance!” Dec. 8-9, $10-$12; “Candy Cane Corners,” Dec. 10, $5
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he season is set at the Lewis Family Playhouse at the Victoria Gardens Cultural Center with performances for the young and young at heart. The Rancho Cucamonga theater’s fall and winter lineup is a delightful combination of everything you’d expect and more at this time of the year — a good old-fashioned baseball tale, inspiring stories of holiday forgiveness and redemption, and just the right taste of tap. From professional, family friendly theater productions to live concerts and comedy shows, this 560-seat center has something for everyone. It’s clear that those associated with the venue take the “family” part of the name seriously. The Rancho Cucamonga Community and Arts Foundation is once again offering specially priced tickets for performances of all three MainSreet Theatre Company productions, starting Oct. 1 with “Honus and Me: A Baseball Card Adventure.” “We hear time and time again from patrons about how much they enjoy live theater and would frequent more often if reduced tickets were available, so we felt that Foundation Family Saturdays would be a perfect way to fill this need,” said Thomas Galindo, Foundation chairman. The upcoming season represents all that the Playhouse is to the region, which is quality theatrical productions for
» Annette Mumolo, left, and Susan Sluka-Kelly multiple audiences, top-notch entertainment and artists from the music, dance and cultural scenes, says Annette Mumolo, the Victoria Gardens Cultural Center spokeswoman. The Lewis Family Playhouse is home to three companies, each with its own identity: the Rancho Cucamonga Community Theatre Company, The MainStreet Theatre Company and Broadway at the Gardens. Each September, cultural arts supervisor Susan Sluka-Kelly starts planning for the next season. Scripts are reviewed and recommendations made based on the interest of the patrons, show
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history and the availability of the rights to each production. The Playhouse also is known throughout the region for featuring headline artists in an intimate setting. Here, audience members are up-close and personal with such performers as Kenny Loggins, Sheena Easton, Art Garfunkel and Pat Benatar. This year’s schedule will add Three Dog Night, Dionne Warwick and Martin Short to the list. Lewis Family Playhouse at Victoria Gardens Cultural Center
12505 Cultural Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga 909-477-2752, www.lewisfamilyplayhouse.com Shows, dates, ticket prices* “Honus and Me: A Baseball Card Adventure,” Oct. 1-16, $16; Hiroshima, Oct. 21, $28-$35; Neil Simon’s “Rumors,” Oct. 29-Nov. 6, $16-$18; “Tap Kids,” Nov. 12, $23; “A Christmas Carol,” Dec. 3-11, $18; “The Nutcracker,” Dec. 15-16, $42; and “Bob & Bing’s Holiday Road Show,” Dec. 18, $16-$20. (*General admission; senior or student discounts available for most shows.)
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he theater was built in 1937 as a single-screen cinema at a time when movie fans were thrilled to see big stars on the silver screen. It closed in the 1950s but came back to life in various forms, including stints as an Elks Lodge, roller-skating rink, tea shop and a stationery store. In 2008, the city of Fontana completed a $6.5 million renovation of the facility and renamed it the Center Stage Theater. The venue is home to a unique and affordable dinner theater called Tibbies Great American Cabaret. The theater also hosts professional Broadway-style productions, touring artists, private parties, and corporate and community events. The state-of-the-art facility features the latest audio, video, lighting and presentation technology. The city owns the theater, but it’s operated by Stargazers Productions of Southern California, which works with the city to program a mix of Broadway-
actors who are the cream of the crop of union actors. This is not just local theater people coming together and having a good time. This is professional work. You don’t have to go to L.A. to see a great Broadway show.” style shows and cruise ship-style entertainment. A committee of city and local theater producers determine what shows to bring to the theater, says Brian Barnhart, who directs the stage shows and also works as a production manager. “We strive for excellence. If it’s not excellent, we don’t want to put it on — and the food is fantastic,” Barnhart said. The dinner theater menu includes filet mignon, baked salmon, pasta and chicken Wellington entrees. “It’s very classy,” Barnhart said. The actors who perform at the theater come mostly from all over Southern California. “A lot of them have already been on Broadway,” Barnhart said. “A lot are equity
Center Stage Theater
8463 Sierra Ave., Fontana 909-429-7469, www.centerstagefontana.com Shows, dates, ticket prices
“Xanadu, The Broadway Musical,” through Oct. 16; $18-$60; Supreme Reflections: A Tribute to Diana Ross and the Supremes, Nov. 4-5; $30$70; Holiday Follies 2011, Nov. 25-Dec. 30, $18-$60; Melissa Manchester, Jan. 27-28, $50-$90; “A Chorus Line,” Feb. 10-March 4, $18-$60 STORY BY amy bentley
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ymphonie Fantastique was an epic work written by French composer Hector Berlioz in the 1800s. It also could describe what four orchestras in the region have planned for their season debuts. In San Bernardino, the ensemble conducted by Carlo Ponti contrasts two of the world’s most famous “fourths” — Mendelssohn’s Symphony No. 4 in A Major, Op. 90, commonly known as the “Italian,” and Beethoven’s Symphony No. 4 in B Flat Major, Op. 60. The San Bernardino Symphony will perform the show twice, on Oct. 1 at the historic California Theatre of the Performing Arts and again the following afternoon at Our Lady of the Lake Church in picturesque Lake Arrowhead. In Redlands, pianist Roberta Rust will join the Redlands Symphony for a performance of Bartok’s stunning third piano concerto — the composer’s final work before his death in 1945. Maestro
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Jon Robertson will work the baton for the Oct. 22 performance at the Memorial Chapel on the University of Redlands campus. The Claremont Symphony Orchestra opens its 59th season on Oct. 16 with two works by Beethoven — Leonore Overture No. 1 in C, Op. 138, and Symphony No. 1 in C, Op. 21. Guest musician Maria Perez-Goodman will be at the piano while Robert Sage conducts. The concert is at Bridges Hall of Music, and admission is free. All three orchestras will return
in November for the sophomore concerts of the season. The Riverside County Philharmonic opens its season with something of a twist for a symphony concert: a virtuoso on the accordion and bandoneon, guest artist Peter Soave. Works by Kilstofte (Zero to 60), Piazzolla (Bandoneon Concerto), Debussy (La Mer) and Ravel (La Valse) are on the program for the Oct. 15 concert at the Fox Performing Arts Center. Claremont Symphony Orchestra www.claremontso.org
Redlands Symphony
909-748-8018, http://redlandssymphony.com
Riverside County Philharmonic 951-787-0251, www.thephilharmonic.org
San Bernardino Symphony
909-381-5388, www.sanbernardinosymphony.org
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and chief executive officer of San Antonio Community Hospital. “These records represent the conversion of paper medical records to a computerized format. Charts that may have been one-, two- or three-inches thick, depending on how sick you were, are being replaced. Now physicians’ orders are written directly on computers,” he said. In addition to the transformation, the program administering the new objectives is called “meaningful use,” which refers to the integration of medical records from multiple sources that can be retrieved by the clinical provider to improve the quality of patient care. october 2011
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Hospitals and health-care providers nationwide are implementing electronic record keeping, and San Antonio Community Hospital in Upland is leading that trend. The federal government has set new clinical practice criteria using paperless records, with the goal of completing it in three stages by 2015. More than five years ago, SACH began the daunting task of evaluating systems, budgeting for them and then putting them into action. Today, the facility is among 5 percent of hospitals completing the transformation. “Electronic health records is a crucial element of health-care reform that addresses patient safety and high-quality care,” said Harris Koenig, president
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Federal stimulus dollars are available to those meeting the criteria on time, and the work at SACH should be completed before the deadline, hospital officials say. According to data from an American Hospital Association survey of 3,101 hospitals in 2009, about 2 percent of primarily large urban hospitals were on target to make the Oct. 1, 2011, deadline regarding meaningful use. Meaningful use, in its simplest terms, allows systems to talk to each other. The process is both more efficient and also promotes patient safety. “In the past where written orders may not be exactly legibly clear, they can now be communicated quickly with less hands involved, keeping their accuracy and integrity intact,� Koenig said. This connection streamlines care while still maintaining the important exchange
of information, he says. Having a patient’s records, even from many sources, accessible all in one place also can help reduce the duplication of testing so health-care providers can direct their attention to patient care. Electronic records can contain everything from medical histories to lists of medications and allergies to immunization status to lab test results. The idea is to streamline the workflow while increasing the safety and efficiency of the process and reducing both errors and costs. “I’m very proud of San Antonio Community Hospital for achieving success with the first of three steps in this process as defined by the federal government,� Koenig said. The first step deals with medical records. The next step, and one that San Antonio Community Hospital officials
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Grabbing meals on the run seems to be the way today’s hectic society operates. But while fast and packaged foods may fill you up when you’re hungry, they often lack the nutrition and healthpromoting benefits of home-cooked cuisine, says Saundra Moreno, certified chef and cooking instructor for the Healthy Fontana program. Despite that, Moreno sees a growing number of people shying away from healthy cooking because of the costs or a lack of time. “The biggest challenge I face is convincing people that preparing nutritious meals doesn’t have to be time consuming or expensive at all,” said Moreno, who received her chef’s certification from the California School of Culinary Arts in Pasadena. “It just comes down to choosing efficient and economical recipes, which is something I show people how to do in my classes. It’s really not hard to make the switch once you have some good instruction and information.”
Moreno incorporates fruits and vegetables that are in season — when they are at the peak of freshness and the lowest in price — in the quick and easy recipes she demonstrates in her classes. Broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, beets, green beans and kale are excellent vegetable choices this time of year, she says. Nutritious fall fruits include apples, figs, grapes and cranberries. “Roasted butternut squash and leek soup is a yummy and naturally creamy soup that’s easy to prepare,” Moreno said. She leads classes the first and third Saturday of every month at Shady Trails Parkhouse in Fontana. “Not only is butternut squash delicious, but it contains a whopping 564 mg of potassium, as well as fiber and beta carotene. Leeks contain lots of B vitamins, which are very important to help you stay in peak health.” For additional autumn meals, Moreno suggests turkey burgers with sweet potato oven fries or roasted chicken with roasted parsnip puree (a great substitute for mashed potatoes).
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Taste of Asia restaurant is a unique Asian restaurant with a menu featuring exciting dishes from Thailand, Vietnam, China and Laos. Thanks to owner Virada Khowong, a certified chef who trained in Thailand, and her family, the food is delicious, creative and nicely presented. A great starter is the honey shrimp, with five jumbo breaded and fried shrimp prepared in a wok with a sweet mayo topping and served on a bed of crispy rice noodles. Both the noodles and shrimp make for a nice pairing, and the dish is definitely worth trying. » Virada Khowong, owner and chef Normally, I do not like egg flower soup because it is usually quite boring. However, the version I recently sampled here was delicious, and I highly recommend it. The richly flavored broth had a deliciously balanced mixture of tofu, peas, green onion, Napa cabbage, scrambled eggs and crispy fried onions. It was quite addicting. If you are looking for something unique, may I suggest the Laotian sausage, a dense textured sausage made with ground pork, lemon grass and other seasonings, sliced and served with peanuts, cabbage, chilies and fresh ginger on the side.
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Only after devouring the sausage was I informed by the polite server that you are supposed to wrap the sausage in the cabbage with the peanuts, chili and ginger. Oh well, it was still a culinary sensation especially with the made-on-the-premises chili paste that came with it. Other tasty items from the chef’s recommendations
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Remember the good old days when every city had a real butcher shop? I do, and The Corner Butcher Shop in La Verne is an exciting throwback to what a butcher shop was like. In addition to friendly owners and staff, the shop offers an array of beef, pork, poultry, fish, seafood and exotic meats as well as a full deli counter, a nice selection of California wines and delicious hot entrees and sandwiches that you can carry out or enjoy in the store. All of the fresh meats are either prime cut or 8 percent upper choice grade beef and are hand cut on the premises. The shop also prepares more than 21 first class handmade traditional and unique sausages featuring flavor combinations that include bratwurst with cheese, chicken apple, smoked andouille, linguica, Swedish, and for those who like English sausages, a great peppery Cumberland sausage.
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Master sausage maker Eric Murray has been making Old World style sausages for more than 44 years, and his experience and passion show in all of his impressive one-third pound creations. If you’re looking for some delicious sandwiches or barbecue plates, Darnell’s BBQ Restaurant, which is inside the butcher shop, is the perfect setting. The sausages, chili and hot dogs are made from end cuts of meat with little or no fillers. Two long tables and a counter are in the store for diners. Sandwiches come with a freshly made side or a bag of chips. The sides, which I recommend, include a delicious North Carolina cole slaw made with Catalina dressing, a feta cheese and olive salad, a pasta salad with cubed cold cuts, a wonderful smoked chicken salad and a hearty potato salad. Before reviewing the menu, I must start with my absolute favorite item: the homemade hot dogs. These “dogs” are made with quality cuts of perfectly
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sandwiches, and the slowly smoked baby back rib plate, which has as some of the tastiest ribs I’ve experienced. Whether you dine in, take out, cook at home or want some incredible catered sandwiches, deli trays or hot entrees, owners John and Will Fuelling will be glad to make your dining and shopping experience a memorable one. The Corner Butcher Shop
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Inland Empire Heart Walk More than 2,500 walkers gathered recently at Fairmount Park in Riverside for the American Heart Association’s annual Inland Empire Heart Walk. The event raised more than $290,000 for the organization, which is working to improve the cardiovascular health of all Americans while reducing deaths from cardiovascular diseases and stroke.
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L.A. County Fair Western University of Health Sciences, Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center and Inter Valley Health Plan Inc. teamed up to bring the fascinating “Our Body: Live Healthy” exhibit to the L.A. County Fair. Supporters and donors from all three entities enjoyed a sneak preview of the popular program along with a lovely reception.
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Community support has always been a cornerstone of the success of the Chino Hillsbased Let It Be Foundation. And supporters came out in force to raise money for this nonprofit organization that assists Southland communities by providing help to families overwhelmed and financially strained because of life-threatening illnesses. The organization was started five years ago to honor the life of Karla Asch-Rosen who died of a brain tumor. The organization has a fine-tuned volunteer base that also promotes service to others.
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The mission at House of Ruth Inc. is to actively support the victims of domestic violence, who tend to be women and children. Supporters of the organization are there to help and have been since Claremont Graduate School student Kathy Hofeller set up a telephone hotline in her kitchen in 1977. Hofeller and, later, volunteers manned the phones offering advice and help to women and their children trying to escape verbal and/or physical abuse. Since then, the nonprofit has expanded its services to provide counseling, parenting programs, legal help and shelter to those in desperate need. Domestic violence is an issue in too many lives, says Michele Broadnax, director of development. The statistics tell only part of the story: domestic violence is the leading cause of injury for women ages 15 to 44 years old; House of Ruth housed more than 300 individuals last year in its shelter; the organization received more than 3,500 calls on its hotline last year; and it provided legal services to 500 women in 2009-2010. To highlight the issue of abuse, the organization is having its annual candlelight vigil at 6 p.m. Oct. 11 at the Pomona outreach office, 599 N. Main St. The ceremony will honor those who have survived domestic violence and will remember those who didn’t. “Domestic violence continues, and, with the way the economy is, the demand for services seems to have intensified,” Broadnax said. “The women and children involved with our program are staying in the program much longer than in the past, which then strains the program. It’s taking them longer to get back on their feet mainly because when the women do find jobs they aren’t earning sustainable, liveable wages that are needed to care for families and to take care of just basic necessities.” october 2011
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While the nonprofit continues to have support from a fiercely loyal group of donors, the increase in requests for assistance combined with decreased government funding presents a difficult and challenging scenario. “We are grateful for our committed donors, but frankly it means we must continually come up with new ways of bringing in donations. Our present donor base is diverse and represents a true cross-section of the community, but the common thread is that these people are interested in enhancing the lives of women and children. We are very appreciative for what the community has done, but, unfortunately, the work isn’t done,” Broadnax said. While exploring new avenues to donations is crucial to future success, sometimes old reliable means still work — such as the annual Moveable Feast on
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Oct. 15. The event is a progressive dinner bringing together organization supporters, donors and the public to raise funds. Donors host lovely get-togethers in their homes, picking up all the costs. The fun begins with a reception at the home of Deborah Freund, president of Claremont Graduate University, and then moves on to other homes. “These are incredible experiences,” Broadnax said. “These hosts open their homes to eight to 10 people with the idea of spending a lovely evening together while still being able to help people who are in great need. These dinners are intimate and a very comfortable way to get to know the organization and our core donors.” House of Ruth Inc.
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EVENTS Sept. 24 — Seventh annual Megan Savage Memorial Run for a Cure. Run begins at 7 a.m. McCarthy Park, Upland; 909-532-8135. Sept. 30 — LeRoy Haynes Center Platinum Party celebrates 65 years of helping neglected and abused boys. DoubleTree Hotel, Monrovia; 6 p.m.; 909-593-2581. Oct. 1 — Foothill Family Shelter’s annual fundraising dinner to benefit homeless families. Cable Airport, Upland; 909-920-0453. Oct. 8 — The West End Shelter for Animals’ second annual Walk ’n’ Wag-a-thon. Shelter dogs available for “rental.” Prado Regional Park, Chino; 10 a.m.; $20 (free for ages 12 and younger); 909-947-3517. Oct. 14 — David and Margaret Home in La Verne will have its annual Notes of Love dinner and silent auction. 909-596-5921. Oct. 15 — Supporters of the House of Ruth, Inc., are hosting the annual Moveable Feast fundraiser. $100; 909-868-8005. Oct. 23 — West End Lodge 2127 of the Order of Sons of Italy is having its fourth annual pasta meatball benefit dinner. Antonino’s Italian Restaurant and Bar, 7945 N. Vineyard Ave,
Rancho Cucamonga; www.sonsofitalywestend.org. Oct. 27 — Annual TEAM Referral Golf Tournament. TEAM Referral sponsors the event and PVW, formerly Pomona Valley Workshop, and other Inland Valley charities receive a portion of proceeds. Sierra La Verne Country Club; www.pvwonline.org. Oct. 29 — Actress and entertainer Ann Jillian will join Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center Foundation supporters for the ninth annual Celebrating with Style fashion show and luncheon. DoubleTree Hotel, Ontario; 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.; $100; 909-865-9139, www.pvhmc.org. Oct. 29 — Annual Walk to End Alzheimer’s Disease. Those who raise $100 will receive a commemorative T-shirt. CucamongaGuasti Regional Park, 800 N. Archibald Ave., Ontario; registration begins at 8:30 a.m. with the event at 10 a.m.; 323-930-6228. Nov. 2 — Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center Foundation and the Ladies Plastic Golf Organization will host the 12th annual golf tournament and dinner to benefit breast cancer awareness and community educational programs. Coyote Hills Golf Course, Fullerton; 562-947-5058.
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Giving back and receiving joy
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I once lived in a small town in Northern California. The heart of that city was the Elks Lodge, a stately old multi-story building at the end of Main Street. Wedding receptions, anniversaries and other large gatherings routinely filled its rooms. But its first and primary purpose was for the weekly and monthly meetings of the Elks members, who numbered nearly 100. Those members were but a small part of the thriving nonprofit, service club segment of that 10,000-resident community. There were the Soroptimist, Rotary, Kiwanis and Lions clubs as well, the Moose Lodge, the county Cattlemen’s Association (and the women’s branch, the Cow Belles), and a number of other groups dedicated to bettering the lives of others. And that’s the way it’s been for decades in town after town across this country. People helped not because they were encouraged to by a national initiative or a special day, but because they really wanted to, and because it was part of their makeup. Their philosophy was simple and followed three basic tenets: Work hard, enjoy life and family, and give back to the community. Fast forward to 2011. While many people still strive to help others, it seems to have become less important to us as a nation. As far back as 1992, the New York Times was writing about a decline in the membership of service clubs, citing such factors as the economy, family time taking precedence, and people generally feeling less invested in their communities as they move in and out for work or other reasons. There is also the “me” factor: many people simply don’t feel the need to be part of something larger than themselves. They want to devote all their non-work time and energy to just having fun. Every day, every weekend, all year. So, as the dedicated members of numerous service clubs age — some are in their 70s and 80s now — fewer and october 2011
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» Volunteers with the Kiwanis Club and many other service organizations offer support
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fewer younger people are joining to keep the clubs operational. Within the next five to 10 years, unless something changes, many organizations may cease to exist. Some may throw up their hands and wonder what the big deal is. Allow me to shed some light: Numerous volunteer organizations provided thousands of backpacks, supplies and clothing for children in need before school started. Daily, hundreds of homebound seniors receive a balanced meal and some friendly conversation from dedicated volunteers. Some young men and women are able to attend college in part because of the scholarships they’ve been awarded from civic groups. Children receive Christmas presents and families can count on food because of the kindness of strangers. Homes are built and lives transformed because people cared. On and on it goes — for now. But we can make a difference in what the future holds; we can rebuild the
volunteer ranks with a little effort — and time. I would encourage every citizen of every community to get involved with some sort of civic organization; find one that fits you and get going. You’ll not only be helping someone who really needs it, but you will be laying the groundwork and setting an example for your children, too, to become philanthropic-minded. And who knows, perhaps those dour predictions just might be wrong. On a personal note, my mother laid the groundwork for me, and I’m providing that same gift to my daughter. Yes, we’re busy — with work, with school, with extracurriculars and, well, with life. But we make time to help, and we’ve been rewarded time and again with a smile, a heartfelt “thank you,” or a kind touch. You will be, too, and you’ll know that because of you, someone’s life or day or even a moment was a little better, a little brighter. Because of you, there was joy.
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