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DVAC ‘Music at the Center’ programs in Hemet announced

Volume 17, Issue 28

Seventh annual Anza Film Fest a resounding success

Tony Ault TAULT@REEDERMEDIA.COM

The best in local art, exciting and moving musical presentations and opportunity for youth to expand their artistic talents are offered at the Diamond Valley Art Center in historic downtown Hemet this summer. see page A-3

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Veterans sought for Operation Recognition program RIVERSIDE – They were away from home serving their country while classmates were marching in commencement ceremonies. see page A-3

Anza Film Fest creators and producers (from left to right) Larry Hughes, Sandi Hughes and Annika Knoppel at the seventh annual Anza Film Fest June 30. Diane Sieker photo

Diane Sieker ANZAEDITOR@REEDERMEDIA.COM

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How to stay cool when the weather gets hot Diane Sieker ANZAEDITOR@REEDERMEDIA.COM

An hourslong power outage did not dampen spirits at the seventh annual Anza Film Fest Friday evening, June 30, held on the patio of the Anza Valley Business Center

across Hwy. 371 from Minor Park. The free event was part of the 2017 Anza Days celebration. Starting about 45 minutes later than planned, the affair entertained guests with a moviepremier-styled backdrop for pictures, special Anza Film Fest

to stream and couldn’t find where the final film was saved. That’s why my flow was choppy. I did find the film later and it worked perfectly.” But the audience seemed not to notice any glitches at all as they

see FILM, page A-3

Fernando Gomez wins ACIL’s Anza Days Horseshoe Tournament Diane Sieker ANZAEDITOR@REEDERMEDIA.COM

Summer is here and with it is the potential of brutal heat waves that make it so miserable, it can literally take your breath away.

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see page A-5

From left to right, The July 1 ACIL Horseshoe Tournament winners were, first place - Fernando Gomez, third place - Daryl Evans and second place - Adam Rowe. Ken Ogren photo

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bottled waters, fresh straw bales for seating and plenty of socializing. The Fest was sponsored by Sandi and Larry Hughes and Annika Knoppel. “When the electricity went off, it messed up my video,” explained Hughes. “I had the movies all set

As a part of the festivities for Anza Days, the Anza Civic Improvement League (ACIL) hosted a horseshoe tournament in Minor Park the afternoon of Saturday, July 1. Utilizing the newly renovated horseshoe pits, the event attracted some of the best talent in the valley. The friendly competitive spirit was alive and well. The day was beautiful, the pits located in the shade and the park’s Anza Days carnival atmosphere added to the experience.

“We had 18 players this time,” said organizer ACIL President Ken Ogren, “and a good time was had by all.” The horseshoe pits recently received brand-new regulation stakes and a new sand mix last spring. The project was part of the ongoing beautification and improvement of Minor Park. Horseshoe pitching has always been a popular recreational and competitive sport. The game is played by pitching (tossing) regulation weighted horseshoes toward a metal stake at about 40 feet for

see HORSESHOES, page A-4

New thrift store opens in Anza on Hwy. 371 Diane Sieker ANZAEDITOR@REEDERMEDIA.COM

The Thrift Store at the corner of Kirby and Hwy. 371 is now open with a colorful array of fine, gently used items for sale at deeply discounted prices. The shop is open from Tuesday to Saturday. from 9 a. m. until 3 p. m., with donations being accepted during those hours as well. Items in good, clean condition such as books, DVDs, toys, clothes, tools, collectibles, kitchenware, electronics and more are accepted. Staffed by volunteers, all proceeds go to the High Country Boys and Girls Club, which in turn supports local children and their families in the community. Robyn Garrison one of the founders of the Boys and Girls Club, stated their motto, “Do it together, supporting our community!” The Thrift Store is a positive The Thrift Store at Kirby and Hwy. 371 is now open and benefits the High Country Boys and Girls Club. Diane Sieker photo

see STORE, page A-6


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