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Discover the magic of the holiday season with family and friends at Southern California's most spectacular production of The Nutcracker.

Celebrating their 16th season, critically acclaimed Inland Pacific Ballet brings The Nutcracker to life in this magnificent production with dazzling sets, beautiful costumes, and more than 100 dancers on stage.

This annual yuletide favorite tells the story of a young girl named Clara who receives a magical nutcracker doll on Christmas Eve, and sets out on a wondrous journey to the Land of the Snow and the Kingdom of Sweets. Toy soldiers, lifesized dancing dolls, and a fantastic dream with battling mice, dancing snowflakes, waltzing flowers, and the delightful Sugar Plum Fairy stir the imagination. This is family entertainment at its best – and after the performance, cast members will be available for photos and autographs. IPB's The Nutcracker is the holiday tradition your family will treasure! For more information and tickets, visit http://www.ipballet.org/index.php

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Hi Inland Empire Family!

Christmas is FAST approaching. In November, many organizations around the gave out turkeys and the fixins’ for those without the resources. Economic conditions have made times extremely difficult for many.

We highlight some of the events. Thanks to all the groups, organizations and individuals that gave out of their supply. We salute you!

Black Friday got off with a BANG! Sales were to be found everywhere! This year Sears was even open on Thanksgiving! While Black Friday sales are over, there are a lot of deals out there and we’re partnering with local businesses to get you to Shop Local. Support your local small businesses…tell them Inland Empire Community News sent you!

Have you always wanted to start a business but didn’t know how, didn’t know the steps you needed to take? Maybe didn’t know what you wanted to do? Well, we’ve got some news for you! Custom Business Planning & Solutions, along with SmithPublish.com is partnering to help individuals transition from employee to entrepreneur with the program e2eNow. Read more about this exciting program and how you can take charge of your life in 2011.

We’ve included a new Special Section – this section will include inspirational conversations with extraordinary individuals.

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What’s Happening Around Town?

ABC7 Salutes Ontario Resident Edith Naranjo with Jefferson Award ABC7‟s Jefferson Award-winner in October, Edith Naranjo, is a hairdresser who helps families and teachers understand the nuances of autism. Congratulations, Edith! Learn more about her story CLICK HERE. Do you have a relative, a friend or a co-worker who is having an impact in your local community? Every day there are good people doing great deeds in our community -- volunteers who are going well beyond their expected duties. For more infor mation on nominations, CLICK HERE.

Calling All Artists Claremont Banner Competition Claremont artists of all ages and skill levels are invited to enter a competition to design and create banners to be displayed on lampposts in the Village. Entrants must live or attend school in Claremont, kindergarten through college, to be eligible.

The City of Claremont Banner Competition is a project of the art in public places program.

Artists of all ages and skill-levels are encouraged to submit designs. The banner theme is "Enjoy Claremont" and selected artists will be provided with canvas banner material on which to paint their original artwork. Selected artists will receive a $250 award and the banners will be displayed throughout the Claremont Village in April. Entries must be submitted by January 11, 2011 to the Human Services Department. All entries must be accompanied by a completed entry form, which can

be obtained from the City's Arts Coordinator, Francine Baker, by calling her at (909) 399-5391 or sending an e-mail message to her at fbaker@ci.claremont.ca.us.

San Manuel Donation Helps Local Kids Enjoy the Holidays The San Manuel Band of Mission Indians presented a $10,000 check to the Operation Phoenix Foundation to purchase toys and sporting goods for 1000 children and youth in the City of San Bernardino this holiday season.

“The City of San Bernardino has more children and families living in poverty than any other City in San Bernardino County,” said Mayor Patrick Morris. “The holidays can be an especially challenging time for these impoverished families, and we appreciate San Manuel‟s generous donation to those most in need.” This project is a part of the “Spirit of Giving” campaign administered through the Parks and Recreation Department, which identifies low income families in need who are served through the City‟s community centers.

“As a community partner, there is no greater feeling than giving back,” said San Manuel Band of Mission Indians Chairman James Ramos. “Every child should experience the joys of the holiday season and we are pleased to support Operation Phoenix and the City of San Bernardino in its effort.”

Local Government/Business/Finance

New Web Program Helps Employees Become Business Owners e2eNOW is an on-line program that helps participants select a business to start and create revenue projections and compose a complete business plan. e2eNOW.com enables employees seeking to start a business select the one that is right for them and plan for its long term success. e2eNOW, an extensive web-based program, is designed not only to help decide the type of business they should start, but also to determine if the business will produce the income they desire. Finally, using examples, templates and videos the program takes them step by step through creating a complete business plan with pro forma cash flow projections.

The reduction in jobs by major corporations over the last two years has left many highly educated, experienced people adrift in a job market with few prospects. A recent study by Wharton Business School found that many managers will have difficulty finding replacement employment, particularly if they are middle aged or older. Starting a business may be the only way many of these individuals can maintain their standard of living. e2eNOW (Employee to Entrepreneur NOW) was created by Peter and Lydia Mehit in response to the large number of requests for business plan assistance from displaced workers. The program is based on their experience drafting hundreds of business plans for bank and investor funding.

"I want to thank you for the great customer service that your company has provided me. Your product is by far the best that I have seen and has helped me tremendously. Your videos are second to none, clear and to the point. Keep up the good work and thank you." C.R. Marketing and Sales Manager, TV Globo Network. e2eNOW also has an affiliate program that compensates business coaches and others for referring their clients to the product. Please contact us regarding the details of the program.

e2eNOW.com enables employees seeking to start a business select the one that is right for them and plan for its long term success.

In association with SmithPublish.com and Carson/South Bay Community News, Custom Business Planning & Solutions will be hosting a seminar in Carson, California, introducing the e2eNow program. Invited guests include Carson Mayor Jim Dear, County Supervisor Mark Riddley-Thomas, as well Registration is $15 in advance and $20 at the door. For early registration, call 800-741-8444. E2eNow representatives will be touring Southern California cities to introduce this life-changing program .

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Education

Welcome to James Grant – UCR’s New Vice Chancellor for Strategic Communications James Grant has been hired as UCR’s assistant vice chancellor for strategic communications. He assumed his new role on Nov. 22.

Grant will oversee the media relations, marketing, web development, creative design and video productions units.

Grant has been assistant vice president for media relations at USC. In that position, he directed strategic media interaction on behalf of university administration and provided support to communications colleagues at USC’s 17 professional schools.

After serving as advertising manager for publisher Viking Penguin in the mid-1980s, Grant launched his career in university communications in 1987 at New York University’s Stern School of Business.

Since then, he has worked in communications management and media relations at UCLA, UC San Francisco, UC Merced, Thunderbird School of Global Management and Loyola Marymount University.

Grant’s experience also includes website and publications management, marketing, and strategic public communications planning.

Grant replaces Marcia McQuern, who will retire in January.

“Life is not easy for any of us. But what of that? We must have perseverance and above all confidence in ourselves. We must believe that we are gifted for something, and that this thing, at whatever cost, must be attained.”

- Marie Curie

Sports

IE Athlete Profile: Kristine McNeese of Cal Poly Pomona 2010 Women's Volleyball Roster Kristin McNeese Height: 5-10 Class: Junior Hometown: Torrance, Calif.

High School: North High School 2009: Appeared in 29 matches and 100 games... Earned starts in all 29 matches...

Finished second on team in kills/game (2.38)... Opened season with five straight double-digit kill matches... Ended season wtih double digits in six of the last seven matches... Fired an impressive 26-6-50 in 5-game home loss to CSU Monterey Bay... Finished season with 101 attacks in last weekend (vs. SFSU and CSUMB)...

Had 10 kills and 12 digs in road loss at Fort Lewis.

2008: Appeared in 10 matches and 12 games for the Broncos…

Threw down two kills twice against Cal State Dominguez Hills… Season-best two assists against Hawaii Pacific.

At North HS: Two-time, first-team all-Pioneer League selection… Captained her team to school’s first CIF final appearance… School’s athlete of the year in 2008… Named team’s Most Inspirational Player in 2007…

Received the Kim Blankinship Memorial Scholarship… Named second-team all-Pioneer League in basketball… Earned three letters in volleyball and two in basketball… Member of school’s Speech and Debate Club… Member of school’s Fellowship of Christian Athletes.

Personal: Daughter of Robert and Karen McNeese… Liberal studies major.

Inland Empire 66ers Donate To Local Little League San Bernardino, CA - Inland Empire 66ers baseball is pleased to announce its sponsorship of a creative educational program through the Positive Coaching Alliance to benefit local little league players, coaches and parents. A check for $1146.00 was presented Wednesday night to the District 43 Little League which will use it to bring a workshop aimed at parents to San Bernardino. The Second-Goal Parent: Developing Winners in Life through Sports was created by the Positive Coaching Alliance to help kids become better adults by tweaking the way parents and coaches interact with them in youth sports.

"We want to thank the 66ers for the donation," said Allen Pryor, District 43 Little League Safety Officer. "It's going to be put towards building better relationships between parents and coaches so everyone can work together to get the best out of the kids. We believe through sports, we can help kids learn how to become better adults." READ MORE

Special Section

A Conversation with Naimah Fuller – Producer of Upcoming Film

A Place Called Home – The Documentary Movie CLICK HERE TO VIEW MOVIE TRAILER NAIMAH FULLER is the producer/writer/director of this incredible documentary.

Five years in the making, the savvy producer has finally completed principle photography and is currently in the post production editing phase of the project, with a release date set for 2011. HOME - THE DOCUMENTARY MOVIE explores the mass migration of African Americans relocating to the southern regions of the U.S. in the turn of the 21st century.

This mass migration reflects the historical Great Migration that took place during the mid-twentieth century nearly seven million black folks left the south and moved to the north and the west. The project asks the poignant question: What is causing this 21st century mass migration of African Americans to leave the north, the mid-west, and the west coast to relocate to the southern regions of the country. Maya Angelou, Morgan Freeman, are among those who share their migration stories.

CSCN: It’s an honor to interview you. Thank you for taking the time to speak with us. Tell us about your upbringing. Did you grow up in a creative home?

N. Fuller: My father was a photographer, but by the time I discovered his creativity, he was on to more practical creative endeavors, like providing for our family. So regarding creativity during my upbringing years, what I observed most was how creative my family was as entrepreneurs rather than artists.

CSCN: You were raised by your great-grandmothers. What was that like?

Dr. Maya Angelou

N. FULLER: Both my grandmother’s were deceased before I was born, so my great-grandmothers took their place in my life. I spent various periods of my early childhood between these two women. Being a child of divorced parents, my great-grandmothers were very involved in my life as a small child. I was showered with so much love from these two women. So it was about love, it was also about spirituality, in that I was introduced to prayer and faith and tapping in a High Power. And it was also about learning how to be in the world. How to have respect for my elders, how to sit at the table and eat properly, how to treat others with respect, and how to hold my own head up and be proud of myself. In essence, I was given a strong foundation of self-esteem by both my great-grandmothers.

Just being around Mr. Parks was a great inspiration to me. He set the professional bar for me on every level. – Naimah Fuller

CSCN: What was your greatest inspiration for pursuing a career in film?

N. FULLER: My greatest inspiration for pursuing a career in film was the excitement of being on a movie set of a Warner Bros. Production or Paramount Pictures production. When I got into film there were very few African Americans working in that industry. It was the end of the Blackploitation era, and going into the 80’s was a time of change for blacks in the motion picture business. So it was very exciting to be able to walk onto a movie set and be part of that collaborative creative filmmaking process CSCN: How did you feel after your first month of film school? If you remember, what was required of you?

N. FULLER: My major in college was Commercial Photography. My interest in photography was part of my DNA, because my father, my grandfather, and my great-grandfather were all photographers. However, as fate would have it after I completed my photography courses, I immediately moved to NYC, and began working with Gordon Parks. Just being around Mr. Parks was a great inspiration to me. He set the professional bar for me on every level. Not only was he a successful photographer, he was a filmmaker, a writer, and a composer of music. So the whole filmmaking school process was not how I entered the life of a filmmaker. My entrance to filmmaking was through “old-school”, rather than film school.

However I did have some formal filmmaking training for short period at the Studio Museum In Harlem. The interesting thing about the majority of people who are in the motion picture business even today, most of them never went to “film school”. The old saying “it’s not what you know, but who you know,” is how the entertainment industry operates more often than not. Similar to the music industry; I doubt if most of the rappers or and R & B and even Pop artists that we follow, ever went to music school. Name any one of them: Jay Z, Beyonce, Sting. So my training in the craft of filmmaking was not from a formal classroom experience, all though I did go back to school after I was already in the business. I would dare say, that even the people who started the film industry probably didn’t even have a high school diploma (lol). Filmmaking is more entrepreneurial than academic.

Gordon Parks (Above) Some of Mr. Parks photos below…

CSCN: What was your first real job in journalism and documentary production? Tell us about that experience.

N. FULLER: Wow! My career has by no means followed the usual course of trajectory into journalism or documentary filmmaking for that matter. By the time I began a career as a journalist, I had already worked in the motion picture business for several years in several capacities, including script supervisor, assistant director, director, producer, etc. I went from working on large movie productions to working in broadcast news at WABCTV in NYC. It was at WABCTV that I began my career in journalism, during which I enrolled at the New School of Social Research to study journalism, and television production. WABC paid for my education, so I took advantage of it. But my first real documentary project was a film I did on my mentor Gordon Parks during his production in Texas of Leadbelly the historically famous folk and blues singer, for Paramount Pictures. That project ultimately received several awards including Best Writer and Best Producer of a Documentary Film.

CSCN: Tell us about A Place Called Home: The Great Migration of The 21st Century N. FULLER: Home began as an observation of a paradigm shift that I found myself in middle of. That shift was the migration of black folks moving en mass to the south at the beginning of the 21st century, of which I was part because I had just moved from New York City to Atlanta. At first the filmmaker in me wanted to capture the whole concept of Atlanta as the new Mecca. But as I continued to explore the project of documenting people relocating to Atlanta, I soon realized that it much more than that. That’s when the journalist in me began to see the bigger picture.

That in fact, what I was actually experiencing was a Great Migration, much like the Great Migration of the mid 20th century when over six million black people moved away the south, to the north and the west, in the largest mass migration of any ethnic group in the history of this nation. Those people had no idea that they were making history, and that their migration experience would re-shape the concept of “urban-life” in America. As I pursued the HOME project – I realized that history was repeating itself in a reversal of trends, as black people were relocating and moving back to the south in even larger numbers than had occurred in the previous Great Migration, and are in fact re-shaping what is becoming the New South.

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Inspiration & Church News

It Can Never Happen To Me Now in my prosperity I said, “I shall never be moved.” —Psalm 30:6 Actor Christopher Reeve was paralyzed in a horseback riding accident in 1995. Prior to this tragedy, he had played the part of a paraplegic in a movie. In preparation, Reeve visited a rehabilitation facility. He recalled: “Every time I left that rehab center, I said, „Thank God that‟s not me.‟ ” After his accident, Reeve regretted that statement: “I was so setting myself apart from those people who were suffering without realizing that in a second that could be me.” And sadly, for him, it was.

We too may look at the troubles of others and think that it could never happen to us.

Especially if our life journey has led to a measure of success, financial security, and family harmony. In a moment of vanity and self-sufficiency, King David admitted to falling into the trap of feeling invulnerable: “Now in my prosperity I said, „I shall never be moved‟” (Ps. 30:6). But David quickly caught himself and redirected his heart away from self-sufficiency. He remembered that he had known adversity in the past and God had delivered him: “You have turned for me my mourning into dancing” (v.11).

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Fashion & Style

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Phillip Lacoi Design and Urban Fashion Tees A Collection of Consciousness

Urban Fashion Tees was created in 2008 by Phillip Lacoi Design. We started with a few designs that grew into a few brands. Now Phillip Lacoi Design is a fashion house of urban tees that evokes unique style and fashion. We drew inspiration from cultural fashion trends in Brussels, Belgium, London, UK, Geneva, Switzerland, and Paris, France. These urban fashion tees are designed to visually and verbally express truths we live by, what we want to embody, and want others to know. It is about creating an experience, taking a journey, and becoming part of a much bigger story.

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Real Estate

Ten things to keep in mind when renting a home or apartment (ARA) - Rent vs. own? More Americans are wrestling with that question as the economy continues its slow recovery. Even though homes are selling at record lows, many Americans are choosing to rent instead, maintaining their mobility and financial flexibility until the economy, as well as their job prospects, improve.

More than 38 million people currently rent their primary residence, which represents about one-third of total U.S. residences, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

With the recent downturn in the economy and the spike in foreclosures, the demand for apartments and homes to rent has grown steadily in many parts of the country. For those new to renting or those who haven't rented a place to live since college or their early 20s, it's important to understand your legal rights, according to the legal experts at FindLaw.com, a leading online source of legal information. Knowing your rights can help you avoid being taken advantage of or, avoid problems that could arise between you and your landlord.

Every renter should become familiar with these 10 tips: Know your rights. It is illegal for a landlord to refuse your rental application for discriminatory reasons such as race, sex, color, religion, class, etc. If your application to rent an apartment is rejected, you have a right to know why. Landlords cannot say an apartment is unavailable if it isn't or use a different set of rules for assessing different applicants.

Background checks. Landlords want responsible, trouble-free tenants. To aid them in selecting a renter, they can use background checks and credit reports to learn about a prospective tenant's credit worthiness and potential criminal record. If you're dealing with these issues, it's often a good policy to be upfront with the landlord about any problems that may be revealed during a background check to gain the trust of the landlord.

What should be included in the lease or rental agreement? A lease can be wordy, but make sure that it has these important aspects: length of tenancy (month-to-month, one year or another period of time), amount of rent and deposits the tenant must pay, the number of people who can live on the rental property, who pays for utilities, whether the tenant may have pets, whether the tenant may sublet the property, and the landlord's access to the rental property.

Keep a written copy. While most states honor a verbal agreement, they are more likely to cause a dispute.

Findlaw.com recommends getting your lease agreement in writing and using it as a reference for any complications that happen during your time as a tenant. If a landlord offers any additional benefits for renting, make sure those are spelled out in the rental agreement.

Call the landlord with a maintenance problem. Usually the landlord is responsible for all maintenance issues. Document the problem by writing down the date it started and taking pictures if necessary. In some agreements, landlords need to respond to the maintenance issue, so refer to your lease for specifics. If they don't respond, typical options include withholding a portion of rent until the problem is fixed, paying for the repair yourself and deducting the amount from your rent, or abandoning the property altogether without liability. Check the laws in your state.

Noisy neighbor. One of the biggest hassles of renting is dealing with a noisy neighbor. If your neighbor is disturbing you, notify your landlord. In most leases, tenants agree to be respectful of those around them. It's also a good idea to use your landlord as a third-party enforcer to preserve the relationship between you and your noisy neighbor.

Safety first. In many states, landlords must provide minimum safety equipment such as peepholes, deadbolts, window locks and safety glass.

If your landlord promises certain safety features, make sure he or she follows through on those promises. Ask other neighbors about the security and safety of the area before renting an apartment.

Get renter's insurance. Renter's insurance is relatively cheap and will protect you where your landlord's insurance won't. If you suffer losses due to theft or damage or are sued by someone who alleges they were injured in your rental because of your negligence, renter's insurance can cover you and save you from a large financial loss.

Preserve your security deposit. Security deposits are one of the most disputed items between landlord and tenants, so make sure that your lease clearly spells out the exact manner in which your deposit will be used or withheld.

When you first move in, do an extensive walk-through to record existing damage and keep a copy of whatever report you give to the landlord.

Handling an eviction. It's hard to decide how to handle an eviction. If you can prove that the landlord was wrong, then it may be worth it to fight against the eviction notice and protect your rights as a tenant. Sometimes, it's not worth the fight even if you win. Remember that in some cases you will still have to continue to deal with the same landlord.

Also remember if you lose a lawsuit, you'll be evicted and have to pay a hefty fine.

To learn more about tenants' rights, go to FindLaw.com.

The Inside Success Story

Building a Familyfocused Brand Seven years ago, Jason and Kim Graham-Nye were about to have their first child when they came across an intriguing factoid in the morning paper. They discovered that though only 5 percent of the population uses diapers, they are the third largest landfill contributor.

The only real alternative to disposable diapers was cloth diapers, and since those are water-intensive, they were a no-go in the couple’s arid Australia home. Soon they began to see the dearth of biodegradable diapers as a business opportunity and they picked up and moved to Portland, Oregon.

Why did the two of you relocate to Portland, Oregon? Why not found the company in Australia?

Jason: Portland seemed the perfect place to recruit a team and build the brand we dreamed of. Portland is a catalyst in the green economy and full of really smart, and creative people. It’s also one of the best places to raise a family, so it just made sense.

So what are the statistics on disposable diapers?

Jason: There is only one thing to do with a disposable diaper once it’s been soiled: throw it out. That means 50 million diapers go into landfills every day in the U.S. That’s a staggering 3.5 million tons of poop and plastic going into the ground each year.

Due to the high-grade polypropylene used to make the outer covering and various layers, the materials [in diapers] remain intact in landfills for many years – reports estimate up to 500 years. gDiapers are the only 100 percent certified biodegradable diapers on the market, and the most eco-friendly diapers available. They’re also more natural and gentle for babies, because they contain no plastic, no chlorine, no perfumes….and no guilt.

What’s the rationale behind encouraging employees to bring their kids to work? And why provide daycare to the larger community?

Kim: If there's one thing we understand, as parents ourselves, it’s that kids’ needs don't fit within the constraints of a typical nine to five workday.

We strongly believe that work and family can go together better. That there shouldn’t be such a firm line between work and “life.” We’ve found that by creating a flexible work-life balance and offering on-site childcare, we’ve been able to attract and retain really valuable employees. That retention is really important in a fast-paced, fast-growing environment.

gDiapers are the only 100 percent certified biodegradable diapers on the market, and the most eco-friendly diapers available. They’re also more natural and gentle for babies, because they contain no plastic, no chlorine, no perfumes…and no guilt.

(Continued from previous page) Our commitment to this `balance goes beyond just our employees with kids and includes benefits to all employees including generous paid time off, flexible work schedules and job-sharing, in addition to the on-site childcare.

You’ve had employees say that the interview to work for gDiapers was the most difficult one of their lives. How do you conduct interviews?

Jason: Fair Dinkum is an Australian expression that means being genuine and real with everyone you encounter.

That’s our philosophy toward our business, our people and the planet. Our interview process really focuses on that.

It’s not intended to be difficult per se, but rather insightful as to how potential employees work with other people, how they view the world, what their personal aspirations are, etc. We’re looking for people who share our commitment to the environment, who are flexible enough to work in a fastpaced environment, and who we can have great discourse with. We like to say, “check your ego at the door.”

How do you ensure that you have a good work-life balance not just for your employees but for yourselves?

Kim: We do all sorts of things. We’re taking advantage of our own flexfriendly approach and are working from 5:30 a.m. to about 3:00 p.m. This allows us to pick our kids up from school and enjoy some down time with them in the evenings. It also allows us some quiet time at the office to do some strategic thinking before the whole team comes in.

You aim to make your company flex-friendly but how do you adapt your management style to a team that’s rarely gathered together in the same place at the same time?

Kim: We do still have a critical mass most days, especially between 9-3. We do huddle each day at 9:30 to share our top three priorities for the day, which is a great mechanism to gauge perspectives, priorities and any need for laser meetings. We also use Skype…a lot. There’s just something much more productive when you can see the other individual’s facial expressions. It’s really amazing what a difference that makes.

Is there anything else you’d like to add about gDiapers, how you treat your employees, or the daycare program?

Kim: Our customers are amazing. We wouldn’t be having this conversation if it weren’t for them. And with the explosion of social media, we feel like we really know them. Kind of like how you used to know your grocer, your baker, your butcher when towns were smaller. Social media allowed us to have that kind of personal relationship with the people who are buying our products and we get to incorporate that feedback into our decision-making. In a world that in many ways seems increasingly disconnected, we find that our world is really becoming smaller and more intimate.

It’s amazing. For more information on gDiapers, visit www.gDiapers.com.

Just for Fun

Movie Actors

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Jude Law Judy Davis Julianna Marguilles Juliette Lewis Kate Beckinsale Kate Nelligan Kathleen Turner Katrin Cartldge Keith David Kenneth Branagh Kevin Conway Kevin J. O’Connor

Judge Reinhold Julia Roberts Julie Hagerty Justin Theroux Kate Capshaw Kate Winslet Kathy Bates Keanu Reeves Kelly Lynch Kenneth Mars Kevin Costner

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Calendar of Events Abundant Living Family Church “All White Party” New Year’s Eve December 31st, 10:30pm – 2:00am $20.00 In the Youth Building Contact Pastor Eddie 909- 987 7110 Ext. 550

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The First Christmas Presented by Theatre 29 at Theatre 29 November 19-December 18, 2010 When Amelia's parents decide to share their Christmas with a family in need, Amelia has a hard time figuring out if she should do the same. Though hesitant to join in at first, Amelia discovers the true spirit of Christmas through the stories of Mary & Joseph, Elisabeth & Zacharias, and a pair of shepherds named Sharif & Omar. Watch the Christmas story as you’ve never seen it before, through the imagination of a young girl who discovers for herself the true meaning of Christmas. Featuring all original songs, this heartwarming musical is perfect for families of all ages. CLICK HERE for more information and tickets.

Magic Snow - Galleria at Tyler Mall Nov. 20th – Dec. 24th Mon. – Thurs. , 12 noon – 6pm Fri. – Sun., 12 noon, 3pm, 6pm and 8pm Celebrate this enchanted season beneath a magical snowfall as flakes of vanishing white snow float down from above – a holiday spectacle not to be missed.

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Steve Harvey Book Signing K-Mart , Burbank, 1000 San Fernando Road, Burbank Friday, Dec. 10th, 4 – 6pm For more information, CLICK HERE Steve's latest book Straight Talk No Chaser will be released on December 7 and we've got your chance to get a signed copy and meet and greet Mr. Harvey as he discusses the book with K-Mart shoppers and KJLH Listeners during his exclusive book signing.

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