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FROM THE EDITOR A season to warm the heart 6

CALENDAR Holiday events 8 Arts & culture 8

KITCHEN Create delicious gifts 14

LENS Nature photos done right 16

FITNESS Shopping, eating to better health 18

DOWNTOWN SCENES Celebrate the season 25 Peek Inside 41 The Frugal Frigate 46

TASTE The Venue Sushi Bar and Sake Lounge 58 Dining guide 60

SEEN Fight for Air Walk 64

CARLA SANDERS The last Christmas tree 65

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ON THE COVER Moore Middle School’s color guardPhoto by John Valenzuela

PLAYING BEYOND THEIR YEARS Young musicians take competition in stride

THERE’S NO PLACE LIKE THESE HOMES Guide to the YMCA Holiday Home Tour

TIPS FOR SHARING, BETWEEN BAKERS Martha Green’s sugar cookie secrets

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REDLANDS MAGAZINE P.O. Box 9400, San Bernardino, CA 92427-9400, is produced by the inland Custom Publishing Group of The Redlands Daily Facts, The Sun and inland Valley Daily Bulletin. Single copy price: $3.95. Subscriptions $14.95 per year for 4 issues. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to P.O. Box 9400, San Bernardino, CA 92427-9400. Copyright 2011 Redlands Magazine. No par t of this magazine may be reproduced without the consent of the publisher. Redlands Magazine is not responsible for unsolicited manuscripts, photos or ar twork even if accompanied by a self-addressed stamped envelope.

Once, perhaps twice, it happened

that i just made it home in time to

throw on a jacket and head to the

midnight christmas eve service with my family.

i don’t recall the details of where i was. i only

recall that it was imperative to be home in time

for my sisters and i to bundle into a car with my

mom and dad and drive through the darkened

streets to hustle into st. Luke’s and join the

congregation assembled in dimly lit pews

for the night’s service.

in my 20s, much like today, my focus on

those evenings was to find a place of stillness,

to search my heart for hardness and set aside the

petty troubles and irritations so i could focus on

the larger issue of faith and who i wanted to be

as a person. soul searching is a very naked, vulnerable moment; we don’t often

talk about it, much less share it.

But we do it. as individuals and as communities.

and we sometimes lay our souls bare even though we fail to recognize it.

Because in many ways, those things we do — those simple outward expressions

during this season, whatever our faith, serve as reminder of who and what as a

community we strive to be. they serve as an expression of our souls’ desires ...

if we let that happen.

that new christmas tree downtown, a newly opened park, the gathering

of toys for children, the lighting of the tree at the Kimberly crest Mansion —

they are all expressions of ourselves, our hopes and our expectations.

sure, for some they may be part and parcel of a rote tradition, but a tradition

that has a meaning, if we choose to engage it. with that small thought, those

of us at redlands Magazine offer our best wishes to you for this season.

inside this issue, we invite you to catch up with the Moore Middle school

Band, take in the embrace of the holidays by the redlands downtown area,

stop in at peek inside and the Frugal Frigate, enjoy Martha Green’s cookies

as well as the fare at Joe Greensleeves.

and, with the assistance of shelli stockton and carolyn whetzel, we are

delighted to include highlights from the redlands YMca home tour program

in our magazine.

a few more notes: our writer carla sanders offers up a christmas story to

share with your children or grandchildren, and, when you get your 2012

calendars, be sure put a save the Date note on april 14. that’s the when the

rotary club of redlands hosts its red wine & Blues event; more information

at www.redwineandlbues.com.

But for now, happy holidays!

Don Sproul

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REDLANDS ART ASSOCIATION THROUGH DEC. 1 – Patty Hayden, a 25-year RAA member and a retired teacher, is the featured ar tist. RAA Gallery and Art Center, 215 E. State St., Redlands; 909-792-8435, www.redlandsar tassociation.org.

CALIFORNIA THEATRE THROUGH FEB. 18 – Manheim Steamroller, Dec. 7; The Brian Setzer Orchestra, Dec. 18; San Bernardino Symphony, Jan. 15; Forever

Tango with Cheryl Burke, Jan. 19; “My Fair Lady,” Jan. 26; Lily Tomlin, Jan. 29; The Best of Ballroom, Feb. 4; Dora the Explorer Live!, Feb. 10-11; The Association, Feb. 17; Moscow Festival Ballet’s Romeo and Juliet, Feb. 18. California Theatre of the Performing Arts, 562 W. Four th St., San Bernardino; 909-885-5152, www.californiatheatre.net.

CITIZENS BUSINESS BANK ARENA THROUGH FEB. 25 – Lingerie Football League,

Dec. 16 and Jan. 19; KCXX’s Very merry X-Mas concer t, featuring Avenged Sevenfold, Dec. 17; Kirk Franklin Gospel Concer t, Dec. 23; Disney on Ice: Toy Story 3, Dec. 28-Jan. 1; Disney’s Phineas and Ferb: The Best Live Tour Ever!, Jan. 14-15; George Lopez, Jan. 28; Harlem Globetrotters, Feb. 20; WWE Raw, Feb. 25. Citizens Business Bank Arena, 4000 Ontario Center Parkway, Ontario; 909-244-5600, www.cbbankarena.com.

holiday events & winter shows‘IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE’ THROUGH DEC. 30 – George Bailey and the folks of Bedford Falls come to life in a tribute to a beloved American tale. Dec. 3 performance interpreted for the deaf. LifeHouse Theater, 1135 N. Church St., Redlands; 909-335-3037, www.lifehousetheater.com.

THANKSGIVING SNOWTACULAR NOV. 26 – Snow play area with more than 20 tons of the white stuff, visits with Santa, horse-drawn hay rides, inf latables, carnival rides, petting zoo, music performances and Thanksgiving weekend sales at 60-plus stores and restaurants. Tri-City hopping Center, Redlands; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; 877-727-2828, www.tricitycenter.com.

MOVABLE FEAST DEC. 2 – Holiday gathering, with good food and good cheer, before the Feast of Lights. Alumni House, University of Redlands, 1200 Brockton Ave.; 5:30 p.m.; $34 dinner only, $60 for dinner and Feast of Lights; 909-748-8011, www.redlands.edu/alumni.asp.

THE NUTCRACKER DEC. 2-4 – Holiday tradition presented by Inland Dance Theatre. California Theatre of the Performing Arts, 562 W. Four th St., San Bernardino; 8 p.m. Dec. 2-3 and 2:15 p.m. Dec. 4; $20-$30; 909-885-5152, 909-862-1390, www.californiatheatre.net.

CHRISTMAS PARADE DEC. 3 – Dress warmly and arrive early to get a good viewing spot. (Rain date Dec. 10.) Par ticipants line up at 4, with pre-parade judging star ting at 4:30. Star t of parade is from Brookside at Eureka and Citrus traveling east on Citrus to Eighth

Street, then west on East State Street to Orange Street, and south on Orange to Citrus St., then west on Citrus to Eureka and on Brookside where the parade ends. Downtown Redlands; 6 p.m.; free; 909-792-4016, 909-748-0637, www.redlands-events.com.

HOLIDAY GIFT BOUTIQUE DEC. 3-4 – Redlands YMCA boutique and pantry, featuring handmade jewelry, crafts, ceramics and other items. Roy Coble Gym, 500 E. Citrus Ave., Redlands; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; 909-798-9622, www.ymcaeastvalley.org.

CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING DEC. 4 – Guests traditionally enjoy nibbling on ginger cookies and sipping apple cider as they listen to local choirs

sing Christmas songs. The highlight is the lighting of a beautifully decorated tree on the second-f loor balcony. Kimberly Crest House & Gardens, 1325 Prospect Drive, Redlands; 5 p.m.; 909-792-2111, www.kimberlycrest.org. Also: Winter Solstice Garden Walk, Dec. 18.

CHRISTMAS NATIVITY DEC. 9-11 – Community Christmas Nativity, Ar t and Music Festival, with more than 300 nativity scenes and ar t presentations. Live music provided by local community and religious choirs. Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 350 S. Wabash Ave., Redlands; 6-9 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 6-8:15 p.m. Sunday; free; 909-794-5031.

A COUNTRY CHRISTMAS DEC. 9-11 – Enjoy a Christmas feast and sing carols around the tree with Riley’s Mountaineers. Riley’s at Los Rios Rancho, 39611 Oak Glen Road, Oak Glen; 909-797-1005, www.losriosrancho.com.

CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS BLOCK PARTY DEC. 10 – 14th annual holiday event — with games, crafts, gifts and more — presented by the city and the Redlands Police Depar tment. Photos with Santa from 10 a.m. to noon, and a drawing for free bicycles. Redlands Community Center, 111 W. Lugonia Ave.; 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.; 909-798-7572, www.ci.redlands.ca.us.i

MARIACHI CHRISTMAS DEC. 10 – Program features “the f irst ladies of mariachi music,” Reyna de Los Angeles, and the Grandeza Mexicana Folk Ballet Company. California Theatre of the Performing Arts, 562 W. Four th St., San Bernardino; 7:30 p.m.; $21-$61; 909-885-5152, www.californiatheatre.net.

arts&cultureTHE CALENDAR

FEAST OF LIGHTS DEC. 2-5 – Creative telling of the story of Christ’s bir th, performed in word, tableaux, song and instrumental offering, concluding with a candle ceremony. Memorial Chapel, University of Redlands, 1200 E. Colton Ave.; 8 p.m. Dec. 2, 3 and 5, 4 p.m. Dec. 4; $25, $15 for seniors; 909-748-8116, http://redlands.edu/feastof lights.

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LOS LOBOS DEC. 3 – In concer t, with comedian Paul Rodriguez also on the bill. Fox Performing Arts Center, 3801 Mission Inn Ave., Riverside; 951-779-9800, www.foxriversidelive.com. Also: Masters of Harmony, Dec. 4, “The Matchmaker,” Jan. 28; “Cash: Ring of Fire,” Feb. 17-18; “Miss Saigon,” May 11-12; Cathy Rigby in “Peter Pan,” June 29-July 1.

CEDRIC THE ENTERTAINER DEC. 8 – San Manuel Indian Bingo & Casino, 777 San Manuel Blvd., Highland; doors open at 6:30 p.m.; $40-$60; 800-359-2464, www.sanmanuel.com.

AIR SUPPLY DEC. 10 – In concer t, with a par ty following the show. Agua Caliente Casino Resor t Spa, 32-250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage; 888-999-1995, www.hotwatercasino.com. Also: Patti LaBelle, Dec. 30; Foreigner, Jan. 13.

BOYZ II MEN DEC. 16 – In concer t. Morongo Casino Resor t and Spa, 4955 Seminole Drive, Cabazon; 9 p.m.; $29-$39; 888-667-6646, www.morongocasinoresor t.com. Also: Tower of Power, Jan. 1.

LIGHTS FOR LITTLE LIVES WALK DEC. 31 – Celebrate the lives of all Inland Empire children during The Unforgettables Foundation’s 12th annual memorial walk. Event begins at 3:30 p.m. in front of the Loma Linda Ronald McDonald House, 11365 Anderson St., Loma Linda; free; 909-335-1600 or 760-837-7373, www.theunforgettables.com.

THE FAB FOUR JAN. 6-7 – Beatles tribute group in concer t. Pechanga Resor t & Casino, 45000 Pechanga Parkway, near Temecula; 877-711-2946, www.pechanga.com. Also: Aaron Lewis Solo and Acoustic, Jan. 21; Styx, Jan. 27; Cristian Castro, Feb. 4; Roger Hodgson (voice of Super tramp), Feb. 24-25.

‘AN ACT OF THE IMAGINATION’ JAN. 12-29 – The Bernard Slade thriller is directed by Chris Diehl. Redlands Footlighters, 1810 Bar ton Road, Redlands; $15, $10 students; 909-793-2909, www.redlandsfootlighters.org. Also: “Queen Milli of Galt,” March 8-25; “The Sunshine Boys,” May 3-20.

‘A LITTLE PRINCESS’ JAN. 14-FEB. 12 – A young girl attending a boarding school believes that every girl is a princess. But that belief is soon put to the

test when she receives news about her father. LifeHouse Theater, 1135 N. Church St., Redlands; 909-335-3037, www.lifehousetheater.com. Also: “Clara Bar ton of the Red Cross,” Feb. 7-10; “Joseph,” Feb. 25-April 1.

REDLANDS SYMPHONY JAN. 21 – Johannes Brahms’ masterpiece four th symphony is on the program with Co Nguyen conducting the orchestra. The winner of the University of Redlands Student Concer to Competition also performs. Memorial Chapel, University of Redlands, 1200 E. Colton Ave.; 8 p.m.; 909-748-8018, www.redlandssymphony.com. Also: A Celebration of Love, Feb. 21; Ar tistry of the Oboe, April 14.

REDLANDS CHAMBER MUSIC SOCIETY JAN. 22 – Hausmann String Quar tet in concer t. Meet the ar tists after the show during an opportunity to socialize with chamber music lovers. Frederick Loewe Performance Hall, University of Redlands, 200 E. Colton; 4 p.m.; 909-798-9253, 909-327-6611, www.redlandschambermusicsociety.com. Redlands Chamber Singers, Feb. 19; Emerging Artist Concer t, March 18.

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CRAB ’N JAZZ FEB. 4 – Redlands Sunrise Rotary’s f if th annual New Orleans fundraiser to support youth and community activities. All-you-can-eat Alaska king crab leg dinner, Jambalaya Stew Band, beer tasting, silent and live auctions. Edwards Mansion, 2064 Orange Tree Lane, Redlands; 5 p.m.; $90, or $720 for table of eight; 909-793-5668, www.crabandjazz.com.

CHOCOLATE FANTASY FEB. 11 – Enjoy an evening of appetizers, rich chocolate, champagne, dancing, raff les and auctions during the 18th annual event, which benef its the Boys and Girls Club of Redlands. 909-798-4599, www.bgcr.org.

WATCHORN LINCOLN BIRTHDAY DINNER FEB. 12 – Established in 1932, the Watchorn Lincoln Dinner is one of the country’s longest running annual dinner events celebrating the country’s 16th president. Dr. Craig Symonds, author of “Lincoln and his Admirals,” will be the featured guest during the 80th annual event. Orton Center, University of Redlands; 6:30 p.m.; reservations required; 909-798-7632, www.lincolnshrine.org.

PARTIES FOR THE NECKLACE FEB. 25, MARCH 16 – The remaining events in the Redlands Conservancy’s Emerald Necklace program to conserve and promote Redlands’ open spaces. No. 15, snowshoeing in Forest Falls, Feb. 25; No. 16, community scavenger hunt, March 16. 909-389-7810, www.redlandsconservancy.org.

REDLANDS BICYCLE CLASSIC MARCH 22-25 – The 28th annual event features some of the world’s top professional and amateur cyclists. Downtown Redlands and surrounding areas; www.redlandsclassic.com.

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RED WINE AND BLUES APRIL 14 – The 26th annual benef it — featuring dozens of premier wineries to sample and cuisine from many f ine restaurants — is a fundraiser for the Redlands Rotary Scholarship Fund. Orton Center, University of Redlands; 5-8 p.m.; $60 in advance, $70 at the door; 909-793-4806, www.redwineandblues.com.

RUN THROUGH REDLANDS APRIL 22 – Certif ied 5K, 10K and half-marathon, along a course of tree-lined streets that goes past many Victorian homes and historic sites. Early registration continues through April 16. Event star ts at the Redlands Mall and f inishes at the Redlands Bowl. 909-748 0637, www.redlands-events.com/RTR1.htm.

VINTAGE REDLANDS APRIL 27 – Self-guided wine- and food-tasting tour through historic downtown Redlands. Sample wines and appetizers from local restaurants and wineries. Live enter tainment at multiple stops along the tour. 2012 marks the 10-year celebration. Proceeds benef it the Citrograph Scholarship Fund. Downtown Redlands; 6 p.m.; 888-494-9044, www.vintageredlands.com.

HISTORICAL GLASS MUSEUM ONGOING – More than 6,000 items made by American glass makers and ar tists are available for display, including an 1885 Mary Gregory cake plate, which was par t of a donation of 79 pieces. 1157 N. Orange St., Redlands; noon to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, group tours weekdays by appointment; 909-793-3333, http://historicalglassmuseum.com.

MARKET NIGHT ONGOING – Certif ied farmers market, with more than 150 food and merchandise booths, enter tainment and fun for the whole family. Presented by the Downtown Redlands Business Association. Downtown Redlands; 6-9 p.m. Thursdays (except Thanksgiving and Dec. 29); free admission; 909-798-7548, www.downtownredlands.com.

SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY MUSEUM ONGOING – Special exhibits, the live animal discovery center, research collections and public programs. San Bernardino County Museum, 2024 N. Orange Tree Lane, Redlands; 909-307-2669, www.sbcountymuseum.org.

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FOR A NUMBER OF YEARS now,

the holidays have been a mixed bag.

The season always starts with me

feeling like Santa Claus — jolly, heart full

of good cheer, a bundle of perfect gift ideas

for friends and family.

But at some point after Thanksgiving and

before Dec. 24, the holiday toil takes its toll.

The shopping, the gift wrapping, the baking,

the cooking, the get-togethers ... who doesn’t start

to wonder if they’ve got anything left to give?

That Grinchy feeling never lasts too long,

thankfully, but this year I’m determined to

ward it off completely with no-fuss gifts that

are a step removed from those holiday faithfuls

— cookies, fudge and love-it-or-hate-it fruitcake

— but still come together quickly and can be

dressed up in jars with pretty ribbons and

patterned tins and boxes.

Happy holidays to one and all!

For the holidays, from the kitchen

cookies in a jarLayer the dry ingredients for your favorite holiday cookie (gingerbread are my fave) in a clear glass jar. Attach a cookie cutter and the recipe, noting the rest of the ingredi-ents needed, to a ribbon wrapped around the jar.perfect pairHomemade biscotti dipped in chocolate ganache and a half-pound of quality espresso will help motivate parents of young children who insist on waking up the whole house at 5 a.m. Christmas morning.

family funAssemble the materials needed for a gingerbread house, or if you’re short on time, buy a prepackaged kit.

salty sweetAlmonds glazed with cinnamon-sugar, pretzel rods and dried fruit dipped in chocolate ganache or white chocolate, and homemade snack mixes with your host’s favorite crackers, nuts and candies are the perfect take-alongs to a cocktail party.movie night munchTry your hand at flavored popcorn and fill a huge decorated tin with the stuff.

spice it upSouthern California is blessed with grilling weather year-round. Mix up a batch of your favorite spice rub for ribs, steaks and chops and package it in decorated tins for longer storage.keep it realDon’t let your friends ruin their turkey dinners with canned cranberry sauce!Give them the real stuff: Bring 2 cups fresh cranberries, 1 cup water,

cup sugar, 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice and zest of one orange to a boil, reduce heat to medium and cook until cranberries pop and sauce thickens, about 10 minutes.Ladle sauce into glass jars; wrap with a pretty ribbon and refrigerate. Sauce will keep 1 week when refrigerated.comfort in a cupFrosty nights call for a mug (or two) of warm cider. Assemble your own mulling spices — cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, cardamom pods and anise stars — and wrap into individual sachets before storing them in an airtight tin.

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The ThoughT of camping, hiking,

ski trips or a Sunday drive through

the countryside usually evokes

images of beautiful scenes from nature.

So, we pull out the camera and set out

to make what we’re sure will become

a work of art.

Ansel Adams once said, “Landscape

photography is the supreme test of the

photographer, and often the supreme

disappointment.”

Any of us who’ve set out to make that

one great nature photo can connect with

Adams’ statement.

For me, the most satisfying images I’ve

made have come about in those moments

when you really feel at one with your

surroundings.

The last sentence may come across as

a bit pretentious or smacks of some heady

existential notion.

But the idea goes to time and patience.

Standing there — in the woods, beach,

mountainside or even your own backyard

— you need to take the time to look

around you, take in your surroundings

and begin making photos.

Nature is no different from photo-

graphing people.

I’ve written about people

photography before, in

particular “family

photography” and how the

“best family photo is the

one that’s in front of you ...

right now.”

Well, a nature photo will

play itself out much the

same way.

Try looking for that cloud

rolling in — just at the

right moment — or a drop

of dew falling off of a leaf

and of course one of the photographer’s

favorites, the “golden hour” or “magic

hour.” It’s the hour after sunrise or the

hour before sunset.

Don’t think in terms of narrowly

confining yourself to that exact hour but

more in terms of what photographers call

“the quality of light.”

You’ll notice it right away. The light is

softer, warmer and shadows are longer.

I’ve been a photojournalist my entire

adult life. I’ve made my living

photographing people and, while I’ve never

fancied myself in the same league as

Adams, I have discovered his ideas and

principles about photography carry over

to nearly every photographic discipline.

“Simply look with perceptive eyes at the

world about you, and trust to your own

reactions and convictions. Ask yourself,

does this subject move me to feel, think

and dream?”

Well ... does it?

In addition to his work as photo editor

for Redlands Magazine, Rick Sforza also is

the photo editor for the Inland Valley Daily

Bulletin in Ontario and The Sun in

San Bernardino. He also regularly blogs

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EVERY YEAR, Melissa Maher Mata,

owner of Perfection Fitness gyms,

hears the same concern from

clients: How can they avoid weight gain

during the holidays?

This year, Mata decided to augment

the dietary educational services already

offered at her Rancho Cucamonga gym

to include a one-day cooking session

geared toward the holidays.

“They can learn how to make holiday

meals without the guilt or added pounds,”

Mata said.

For the one-day live cooking session,

Mata has brought in Jae Williams, a health

expert and chef. Williams holds a doctorate

in chemistry and specializes in meal

planning for diabetes, high blood pressure,

cholesterol reduction and for those with

gluten-free diet needs.

During the next class, scheduled for

Dec. 19, attendees will learn how to make

a holiday dish using a crockpot.

Mata says her classes are not only

healthy but they are also practical and

simple, adding she knows her clients

sometimes work 10-hour days.

The one-day cooking session

complements another service geared

toward healthy eating: a personal grocery

store shopping session that Mata has

offered for the past five years.

For a fee, trainers will go grocery

shopping with a client to teach them

how to shop.

“I’ve been a trainer for 15 years, and I’ve

found that people don’t have a problem

doing their cardio but the food is always

the big question,” she said.

Which is why, since Mata opened her

gym, she has paid extra attention to her

clients’ diets.

“A lot of them just don’t know the

difference between regular peanut butter

and organic and nonfat versions,” she said.

“It can make a big difference.”

The goal of the classes, Mata said, is

for her clients to understand how to make

better choices and how to incorporate them

into their lifestyles.

The grocery shopping experience

takes about one hour and clients will leave

with about a week’s worth of food as well

as a one-week meal plan, Mata says.

She says clients should be prepared

to spend about $75 on their groceries

during the session.

To reserve a seat for the holiday cooking

class or the personal grocery shopping

class, call 909-477-3000 or email

[email protected].

Shop right, eat rightPersonal shopping classWhen: By appointment onlyWhere: Grocery store locations varyCost: $60Includes: A healthy menu designed for your lifestyle for one week and a one-hour clean eating/shopping session at the grocery store with your trainer.For more information or to reserve space for the next class, email [email protected] or call 909-477-3000.

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Middle school band coMes to play — every tiMe

By LUANNE J. HUNT

Moore Middle School band director

Katie Barton can’t put her finger on why her

marching band has become so popular and

successful. The 108-student redlands group

has won many competitions over the years and has a knack

for whipping crowds into a frenzy.

Barton believes the camaraderie between the musicians —

as well as their commitment to excellence — no doubt play

a large part in the band’s appeal.

“it’s very rare to see kids so committed to what they’re

doing,” said Barton, who has been the band’s director for

nine years.

“Not only do they love to play, but they also love

to be challenged in order to improve. And they all show

up at every practice and every competition. i am very

proud of that.”

color guard director colleen Sumner is constantly amazed

at how much pride the students take in what they are doing

— and it really shows when they appear before judges.

“one of the comments we get a lot is that the band

performs like they are in high school,” said Sumner, who has

been color guard director for 20 years. “everyone looks so

poised, and it’s obvious they know what they are doing

and mean business.”

The Moore Middle School marching band is the only

competitive ensemble of its kind in the redlands Unified

Photos by John Valenzuela

the Moore Middle school band’s color guard dresses up as elves for the Redlands Christmas parade.

The Moore Middle School marching band has 108 dedicated members.PhoTo by John Valenzuela


School District. The 30-year-old group

competes in five band reviews every year

— at Kaiser High School in Fontana,

Martin Luther King High School in

Riverside, Loara High School in Anaheim,

the Perris Valley Christmas Parade in

Perris and the Chino Invitational.

In 2010, the band won first place at

the Chino Invitational, where it competed

with eight other Southern California

middle schools.

“We won on the invitational’s 30th

anniversary, so that made it extra

significant,” Barton said.

Along with competitions, Moore Middle

School’s marching band also performs at

local elementary schools, community

events and at Knott’s Berry Farm.

Additionally, it marches in Redlands’

annual Christmas parade, which Barton

says is one of the favorite events of

band members.

The parade, which this year is themed

“Celebration of Light,” is set for 6 p.m.

Dec. 3 in downtown Redlands. It will be

televised live on Redlands TV-3.

“The Christmas parade is very

important to us because we like to support

the community as much as possible,”

said Barton, who attended Moore Middle

School from 1972-1975 and marched

in the band.

“And we also have a great time because

it’s very relaxed. The kids decorate

themselves with Christmas lights and our

color guard wears the cutest elf costumes.

It’s the highlight of our year.”

One of the band’s celebrated events is

the annual Win the Band fundraiser. From

mid-October to early November, members

sell tickets for an opportunity to schedule

the band for a private performance. Tickets

are $1, and the winner can choose where

they want the band to play. Past locations

have included birthday parties, fire

stations and senior centers.

“Last year the boy who won had us play

for his grandmother’s birthday party,”

Barton said. “All 108 members gathered on

the woman’s front lawn and put on a show.

She was so excited, and it’s something that

none of us will ever forget.”

Barton, who holds a BA in music

education from UCLA, credits parents

with helping to make many of the band’s

activities possible. More than 60 moms

and dads are present during practices,

competitions and events, making sure

things run smoothly. The parents also

take part in fundraising.

“The dedication of our parents is

admirable,” said Barton, who graduated

from Redlands High School in 1978.

“Thanks to them, I can focus on the music

and don’t have to worry about anything

else. It’s a huge help.”

In addition to their musical

achievements, the majority of students

in the marching band have a 3.0 grade

point average or higher. Typically, most

graduates go on to play in marching bands

for Redlands East Valley or Redlands

high schools.

“Academics feed the mind, athletics feed

the body and music feeds the heart and

soul,” Barton said. “We need all three

working together, and I believe we have

that at Moore.”

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By KRISTINA HERNANDEZ

A decorAtive Addition to

downtown redlands is expected

to attract many visitors and shoppers

this holiday season.

For the first time, the downtown

redlands Business Association and the Kiwanis

club of redlands evening have partnered to bring

a christmas tree to the recently opened ed Hales

Park, bringing more holiday joy to the area.

Along with a new set of seasonal decorations,

the 20-foot-tall tree is sprucing up downtown with

a beautiful light display.

it’s all part of the drBA’s effort to attract

customers and remind both residents and out-of-

towners about businesses in the downtown area,

says Al Hernandez, president of the business

association and owner of citrograph Printing

company.

“this was originally started by drBA years ago

as part of our project to enhance the downtown area

during the holiday season,” he said.

out of the original plan, the thought of bringing

a christmas tree to the area happened at the perfect

time with the opening of ed Hales Park, which has

the space to accommodate such a large focal point.

during the recent tree lighting ceremony,

businesses remained open so visitors could shop,

take advantage of sales and meet store owners in

the area.

“We’ve been doing this the second Saturday in

november for quite a number of years,” Hernandez

said. “it gives businesses an opportunity to highlight

A large Christmas tree, decorations, a parade, shopping and more add up to a festive experience

Spiritof the season


what they have to offer including

promotions and helps keep them in the

public eye.”

Business owners also feel it’s important

to give back to the community, he says.

There will be donation boxes available

through the holiday season to collect items

that may benefit the Family Service

Association of Redlands. Citrograph,

Redlands Jewelers and Security Bank

are among the participating businesses.

Whether visitors to the business district

are window shopping or dining in the

area during the holidays, the thought

is everyone will enjoy the new displays,

which were funded by proceeds raised

at farmer’s markets during the year. The

cost for this year’s holiday decorations

is $1,000.

Additional funds go toward the upkeep

of the district year-round as well,

Hernandez says.

“We want to keep expanding what we

started and improve the overall experience

of coming to downtown Redlands,” he

added. “We want to make sure (the area)

is maintained so when people come

downtown it is an experience that they

won’t get from other shopping areas.

“We want to help create a shopping

experience that they’ll never forget so

they’ll keep coming back. This is a critical

time for most retail businesses. We need to

bring people downtown and help them not

to forget about (our) businesses.”

Of course, the holidays aren’t only about

shopping; they’re also about traditions.

Besides the Christmas tree downtown,

preparations continue for the Dec. 3

Christmas parade, sponsored by the

Redlands Noon Kiwanis.

Celebrating its 22nd year, the parade —

Holiday Celebration of Light is this year’s

theme — will feature activities for youths

‘We want to keep expanding what we started and improve the overall experience of coming to downtown Redlands.’

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REDLANDS FAMILY YMCA500 East Citrus Avenue909-798-9622www.ymcaeastvalley.org

At the Redlands Family YMCA, our brand-new

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beginning, because strengthening our community is

at the heart of our mission. Together with people

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Together with people like you, we nurture individuals’

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Holiday happenings• The San Bernardino County Museum will host two Santa’s Pajama Parties.Scheduled for Dec. 9-10 from 6 to 8 p.m., families with children of all ages are invited to spend the evening with Santa and friends, and play Christmas-themed games, enjoy holiday stories, make winter crafts and visit the museum’s live animal station.Admission is $10 per child, and reservations are required by Dec. 7. Everyone who attends is encouraged to wear pajamas. Information: 909-307-2669, Ext. 256; www.sbcountymuseum.org

• Kimberly Crest House & Gardens will host the annual tree lighting ceremony at 5 p.m. Dec. 4, and the annual Winter Solstice Garden Walk from 9 to 11 a.m. Dec. 18.Information: 909-792-2111, www.kimberlycrest.org

• Know Him Productions will present performances of “Speechless: A Christmas Theatrical Drama” at 7 p.m. Dec. 2, 8, 9 and 10 at the Redlands Seventh-day Adventist Church, 520 Brookside Ave.Information: 909-793-6337, www.knowhimproductions.com

• LifeHouse Theater is staging “It’s A Wonderful Life” at 7:30 p.m. Fridays, 2:15 and 7:30 p.m. Saturdays and 2:15 p.m. Sundays through Dec. 30 and 7:30 p.m. Dec. 22 and 26 through 29.The true spirit of Christmas touches George Bailey of Bedford Falls after his encounter with a wayward angel.Tickets are $7-$9 for children and $14-$18 for adults.Information: 909-335-3037, www.lifehousetheater.com

• The YMCA of the East Valley will host a Boutique and Pantry Fundraiser featuring handmade jewelry, crafts, ceramics and other goods from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 3-4 in the Roy Coble Gym, 500 E. Citrus Ave.Proceeds from the event will benefit the Redlands YMCA Legal Aid Clinic.Information: 909-798-9622, www.ymcaeastvalley.org

and the young at heart to enjoy as Santa

and friends make their way through

downtown Redlands, says Dave Ahlers,

co-chairman of the event.

The YMCA, Kiwanis, the Boy and Girl

Scouts, school ROTC programs and local

bands are expected to participate.

“One of the nice things about our parade

is that it is a nighttime parade,” Ahlers said.

“It might be on the cold side, but people

who come down like the fact that it puts

them in a festive mood.”

Last year an estimated 25,000 viewed

the parade, according to Police Department

estimates.

“We’re hoping to draw people from all

over (the Inland Empire),” he said. “We

want to bring the people of Redlands

together for the holiday season.”

Ahlers, co-owner of Redlands Jewelers,

says the end-of-the-year holidays are one

of the busiest times for his shop on the

corner of Fifth Street and Citrus Avenue.

And while organizing the parade takes

a lot of time, Ahlers says it’s worth the

effort.

“When I see the smiles of each kid

watching that parade, we know why we

do it because of how much they enjoy it,”

he said. “And that’s always a nice thing.”

For more parade information, visit

www.redlandsweb.com.

Another popular tradition is the 64th

annual Feast of Lights, which starts Dec. 2.

Presented by the University of Redlands,

the event will feature several presentations

that celebrate the birth of Jesus through

spoken word, tableaux, song and music.

Performances are 8 p.m. Dec. 2, 3 and 5

and 5 p.m. Dec. 4 in the university’s

Memorial Chapel at 1200 E. Colton Ave.

Tickets are $25 for general admission, $15

for seniors 65 and older and $10 for

students with ID.

For more information, call 909-748-8116.

Other holiday activities in Redlands

include a toy distribution coordinated

by the police and fire departments,

a Sparks of Love Toy Drive collection

at local fire stations, a Santa Pajama Party

at the San Bernardino County Museum

and a tree lighting ceremony and Winter

Solstice Walk at Kimberly Crest House

& Gardens.

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Holiday Home TourDecember 2011YMCA

tour program


Welcome to the 2011 YmcA Holiday Home Tour, and thank you for sharing this 44-year tradition with us!

We have a great variety of homes on this year’s tour and appreciate the incredible generosity of the homeowners who have agreed to share

their homes with all of you. We also encourage you to stop by the YmcA to visit the home-baked goods pantry as well as the art and gift boutique, open both Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 3-4, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. These two events also support our Y legal Aid Program.

legal Aid, the beneficiary of the Home Tour proceeds, is the only one of its kind in Redlands and provides service to low to moderate income clients, almost 75 percent of whom are women. So your holiday excursion is also a gift to those who need assistance in our community.

Please help us thank our sponsors and opportunity basket donors by supporting their businesses. local organizations like these help local organizations like ours, year in and year out.

The Y Home Tour is a product of literally hundreds of volunteers who bake for the pantry, sell tickets, recruit sponsors, host in the homes, provide parking assistance, and do what needs to be done to make this event a success. Thanks go to each one of them for their holiday gift to our community!

Shelli Stockton, chair, Home Tour Committee

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YMCA HOLIDAY HOME TOUR PROGRAM

YmcA Holiday Home TourWhat: Tour of six lovely Redlands homes dressed up for the holidays.When: Dec. 4, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.Cost: $25 in advance, $30 on the day of the tour; $65 patron package

Fine Arts & crafts Boutique and Gift PantryWhat: Unique gift items available including original art, handmade jewelry and baked goods.Where: Redlands Family YMCA, 500 E. Citrus Ave.When: Dec. 3-4, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.Cost: Free admissionInformation on both: www.ymcaeastvalley.org

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AlAn And JAnet

MAlki spent years

combing France

during regular summer visits

collecting the antique

architectural elements that are

now part of their home at 1673

dwight St.

the restored and repurposed

stone fireplace mantels,

corbels, and columns are

a small sampling of the unique

features in this 5,000-square-

foot replica of an 18th century

Provencal manor house.

“i tried to stay as authentic

as possible in the dimensions

and materials’’ used in the

house, said Alan Malki, a

local physician who in his

spare time learned about

French architecture and

antiques in preparation for

one day building the house.

Janet Malki is an emergency

room nurse. the couple has

two children; both are grown.

Constructed of stone,

limestone, tiles, wood trim and

doors, windows, plumbing

fixtures, and other materials

— most of which were crafted

by French artisans and then

shipped to Redlands — the

house, its gardens and pool

area are as close to any Bastide,

or manor home, found in the

south of France. the colors of

the materials, including the

yellow stucco exterior, and the

crown mouldings, are all found

in similar style homes in

Provence, according to

Alan Malki.

there no hallways, instead,

the rooms are all situated

around an elegant, limestone

tiled foyer and upstairs

landing. in all, there are three

en-suite bedrooms, including

the exquisite master bedroom

suite upstairs.

downstairs you find the

living room, family room,

library, guest room, and a large

gourmet kitchen equipped

with a la Cornue range,

handcrafted in France, and

tucked in an alcove framed by

antique stone columns and

corbels. the bright red and

gold tiles in the backsplash

also were made by French

artisans.

Along with collecting the

architectural elements, the

Malkis also have acquired

various antique furnishings,

most dating back to the 17th

and 18th centuries, but there

are several earlier pieces and

a collection of art by european

and American artists.

Just over two acres, the

property also includes sculpted

gardens, citrus trees, a pool

with spa and pool house, and

fountains.

The Malki Home1673 Dwight St.

Owners: Alan and Janet MalkiHead Hostesses: Mary Brady, Sally Robertson,

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The Burgess Home1709 Morning Dove Lane

Owners: Jerry and Jan BurgessHead Hostess: Victoria HargraveFloral Arrangement: Pam Null

A winding SidewAlk and boxwood hedge greets

visitors to the home of Jerry and Jan Burgess at

1709 Morning dove lane. located in a gated

community off terracina Boulevard, the house has more than

2,300 square feet of living space, three bedrooms and 2½ baths.


Jerry Burgess is a retired airline

captain. Jan is a retired emergency room

nurse. The couple has an adult son,

who lives in Arizona.

After moving into the house four years

ago, the Burgesses gutted the kitchen,

opening up the ceiling and adding

beautiful cream-finished cabinets, black

granite counters, tile backsplash, new

appliances and a Carrara marble-topped

center island. A large dining area with

access to the patio is opposite the kitchen.

The Burgess’ decorator salvaged the light

fixture over the table from a trash pile.

The living room and other rooms are

decorated in Country French style with

lush fabrics and comfy, upholstered sofas

and chairs. Plantation shutters cover the

windows and a grand stone fireplace is

at one end of the living room. Notable

pieces of furniture include an antique

hutch.

Hardwood floors are throughout as

are the limestone-tiled bathrooms.

A beautiful master bedroom suite is

downstairs. Above the bed, fabric and

cornice board create an illusion of

a headboard. The bath features bronze

plumbing fixtures.

The power room, laundry room, garage

and laundry room also are on the

first floor.

An office, guest room and second

bathroom are on the second floor.

A covered patio offers a lovely outdoor

living space.

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Tilden and nancy Spencer’S home is located

in the same gated community as the Burgess house.

Built in 2001, the house at 1721 Morning dove lane

also has more than 2,300-square foot of living space, three

bedrooms and 2½ baths.

Tilden is a retired teacher and

nancy a community volunteer.

The couple has an adult son.

The floor plan is basically the

same as the Burgess home, but

with remodeling and traditional

style décor looks very different.

Before moving in, the

Spencers knocked down a wall

in the kitchen creating a single,

large open living area. The area

the Burgesses use as a dining

area is a family room with a

fireplace in the Spencer home.

The kitchen includes off-white

cabinets with granite counter-

tops and new appliances

Framed by a windows and

a white wood trim and mantle,

a second fireplace is the focal

point the living area that

features two seating areas.

The master bedroom suite

is downstairs. rich cherry cabinets are in the newly remodeled

master bath.

a double-sided desk fills the upstairs office. The guest room

and bath also are on the second floor.

The covered patio creates a large outdoor living space that

offers views of San Timoteo canyon.

MaTT and JenniFer

liTchField moved into the

Mediterranean style home at

1368 Knoll road in March.

Built in 1978, but totally remodeled

seven years ago, the 3,100-square-home

is designed for the active family life the

litchfields and their two children lead.

Matt is a civil engineer. Jennifer is vice

president of the associates of the redlands

Bowl and active in the parent Teacher

association. Their children are ages 10

and 12.

a wall of arches split the foyer and

kitchen from the step-down family room

and a sitting area, featuring four leather

chairs around a copper topped cocktail

area. The oak and granite trimmed

fireplace and cross-beamed ceiling are the

key architectural details in the living area.

The kitchen is equipped with new

appliances and granite countertops,

The Spencer Home1721 Morning Dove Lane

Owners: Tilden and Nancy SpencerHead Hostesses: Nancy O’Connor, Lynda Schauf,

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plus there is a large preparation

island. A butler’s pantry leads to

the formal dining room.

Walls are finished in rich colors

throughout the house.

A spectacular curved oak and

wrought iron stairway leads to the

airy master bedroom, which looks

out over the pool and spa area.

A large bath features shower,

soaking tub, and his and/her

sinks. Three additional bedrooms,

including the childrens’ rooms

and a hall bath, are at the

opposite end of the second floor.

The beautifully landscaped

backyard features a variety of

custom concrete work, three

fountains with built-in seating

along with the pool/spa. There

is also a covered patio with

outdoor kitchen, lawn area,

and separate play area for the

children.


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SITTING ATOP a knoll above the

Redlands Country Club, Steve and

Leda Stockton’s mid-century

California ranch-style home has

breathtaking views of the San Bernardino

Mountains.

The house at 1906 Canyon Road was

built in 1957 in what was then called

“Country Club Park.’’ It was constructed

by local contractor R.C. George for Gen.

Edward Gallant.

Steve, a retired civil engineer, is a

community volunteer. Leda, once a clerk,

is a University of Redlands retiree. Both are

avid golfers and tennis players. The couple

has two adult daughters and two

grandchildren.

Offering more than 2,100 square feet of

living space, the home has five bedrooms

and two baths.

The kitchen is open to the family room,

but offers a small eat-in space. It has new

stainless appliances and features maple

cabinets in a coffee-stain.

A fireplace with built-in cabinets at one

end of the living room house crystal

glasses and vases. The dining room shares

a floor with the living room.

The décor is traditional-style, featuring

upholstered sofas and chairs in the living

room and a large table in the dining room.

Along the long hallway are an office, two

guestrooms and a large bathroom.

A beautiful Williamsburg blue covers the

walls in the master suite. Combined with

the white furniture, the room takes on the

air of a seaside cottage.

The brick-paved patio is a perfect spot

for outdoor dining or just relaxing.

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commissioned Neutra to build a house on

the Sierra Vista lot that would offer plenty

room for their three children to play, ample

light, fresh air, and views of San Gorgonio,

according to documents filed with the state

Historical Resources Commission.

Frederick passed away several years ago,

but Mary Jane has remained in the house

making one of the few Neutra homes in

California still occupied by an original

owner.

On Oct. 28, the Commission designated

the Auerbacher’s home a historic resource.

With a flat roof, metal casement windows

flush with the exterior walls, and no

decorative detailing, the house “is a stellar

example’’ of the Mid-Century Modern style

home, the Commission said. The master

bedroom has a mitered window. Most of the

walls are glass, which helps meld the

indoors with the outside environment.

The 2,300-square-foot home is of post

and beam construction. It has three narrow

bedrooms, living room, kitchen, solarium,

and patios and is filled with built-in

cabinets. Except for new carpet and

kitchen flooring the house remains in

its original condition, according to the

Commission.

Neutra also designed a majority of the

home’s furniture, some of which has been

reupholstered. The architect also designed

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The long-time friends opened a store in July with the intention of providing unique, durable and quality furniture that’s manufactured in America. Many of the pieces are custom-made and based on whatever a customer can dream up.

“We never say no to a design,” said Johnson, former head of the furniture department at Tom’s Farms in Temescal Canyon. “Your wish is our command. And we can build to any shape, style or finish.”

Prior to opening the retail store, Johnson and Reynolds set up shop a little over a year ago in Los Angeles. They began selling wholesale to furniture stores, which proved to be a highly successful venture.

Their vision also included opening a retail outlet, and they scoured the Redlands area for the perfect location. When Johnson saw the giant aluminum building that is now home to Red Barn Furniture Co., he knew it was the right place.

“Right now we are using about 5,000 square feet of the space,” said Johnson, who lives in Rancho Cucamonga. “Soon, we’ll be clearing out another 5,000 square feet to meet the growing demands of the public.”

Inside Red Barn Furniture Co., furniture of all types is available — tables,

sofas, bedroom sets, entertainment centers, hutches and a variety of other items. All the pieces are made from various types of reclaimed wood that has been taken from houses, sheds, barns, gazebos and other buildings.

Using reclaimed wood provides a history to every piece of furniture, which is something unusual these days.

“We are putting information on the furniture about where the wood came from so people know there’s a history to go along with it,” Johnson said.

Tables are a big-selling item at Red Barn, and most are conversation pieces including the one with transmission gears on the side. The store also stocks tables made out of old wood doors with the knob still on it. They are extremely popular.

While custom-made furniture can often be quite pricey, Red Barn sells most of its items for half of what conventional furniture stores charge. Red Barn also has an unparalleled quality control system to

ensure every customer is happy for years to come.

“We have six guys who build the furniture in our factory and they are just as picky as me and John,” Johnson said. “And John inspects every piece that goes out to make sure it’s perfect. That’s something the big guys can’t do.”

In the future, Johnson and Reynolds hope Red Barn will become more than just a furniture store. Plans are in motion for Wednesday night gatherings open to the public featuring local designers who will lecture, offer tips and answer questions.

In addition, Red Barn will soon be hosting a weekly art show and sale on Sunday afternoons.

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downtown profiles | peek inside


By CATHERINE GARCIA

What was once an old,

beat-up building is now

something to Peek Inside.

that’s the name of a colorful

home décor store filled to the brim with

furnishings, chandeliers, gifts, artwork and more.

owner terri sharp started the business

without a clear plan, but she was ready to dive

in. “the building was so pitiful, literally just

|a garage. I decided to paint it, and turned it

into a cute little world. It’s just evolved.”

that was in 2004. Fast forward to 2011. now,

in addition to selling all types of items for the

home, sharp also is hosting parties at the store.

“we have parties with other businesses, like

worth more than a peek

Stillevolving

The Peek Inside building previously housed a garage.

PhoTos by MIcah EscaMIllachristmas decorations on display at Peek Inside


the Uptown Girls,” she said. “We are also

hosting after-hours parties, and they’re

doing pretty good. People come in and

have a party here, and they get 15 percent

of whatever sales come in that night

that either go for a fundraiser or in

merchandise. There’s food, and the whole

bit. People love it, and we’ve been doing

quite a bit of those.

“We have a patio and rented it out for

a wedding shower,” Sharp added. “It was

something new. It’s really neat out there,

and every time people see it, they say,

‘Oh, you ought to have parties out here!’

It went well.”

When Peek Inside first opened, Sharp

sold more furniture and fewer gift items.

Today, the reverse is true.

“I hear all the time that people come

in here looking for a gift, and they come

because they know they will find

something unique,” Sharp said.

While the store sells staple goods year

round, it also embraces seasonal décor.

Currently, Peek Inside has been

transformed into a winter wonderland

for the holidays.

“I’ve gone nuts this year,” Sharp said.

“It looks just gorgeous. ... I purchased six

‘I hear all the time that people come in here looking for a gift, and they come because they know they will find something unique.’

Emily Sharp, daughter of owner Terri Sharp, adjusts ornaments on a tree.

Christmas decorations include a tree hanging upside down from the ceiling.


trees, and every one has a different theme.”

Peek Inside is Sharp’s first foray into

the world of retail, besides spending time

working in her parents’ shoe stores when

she was younger. Seven years after first

opening the doors, she still enjoys her

impulse business, where she works

alongside her daughter.

“I’d never done anything like this

before,” she said. “It’s a first for me, and

I love it. I really have loved every minute

of this, in this little place. I’ve gotten very

attached to it.”

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isiting Angels in Redlands is part of a nationally recognized network of non-medical, private duty home care agencies that provide everything from senior care, personal care, elder care, respite care, and companion care to thousands of adults across the United States.

Recently, the Inland Empire Charter Chapter of the American Business Women’s Association (ABWA) named Executive Director and owner Sara Johnson-Hector ABWA Business Associate of the Year 2011. She was nominated by one of her peers, and received the most votes.

ABWA’s mission is to bring together businesswomen of diverse occupations and to provide opportunities for them to help themselves and others grow personally and professionally through leadership, education, networking support, and national recognition. It is an all-inclusive organization.

“Sara was selected for her leadership at both her local office and the field in general,” said chapter president Connie Young. “She epitomizes a professional business woman. She has also been very involved in our chapter and we are pleased to honor her and her accomplishments.”

“I am honored to be acknowledged by such a prestigious group,” Johnson-Hector said. “As a business owner, I appreciate the guidance and expertise provided by the ABWA members. As a member, I look forward to providing other woman business owners advice, support and resources to help promote advancement.”

After a successful 10-year career in upper level management at a Fortune 50 company, Johnson-Hector decided it was time for her to start her own business.

“I loved my job and enjoyed the 10 years of managing people and statistical planning,” she said. “I felt that I was ready to venture out and follow my entrepreneurial spirit.”

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When Johnson-Hector began Visiting Angels in Redlands about five years ago, her first focus was to educate the community on home care and what her company provided. She also wanted to ensure that the care giving was exceptional and that case management would be provided around the clock.

Once she started building relationships within the community, the referral base grew and grew.

“We have a great rapport with the local hospitals, rehabilitation centers and skilled nursing facilities,” Johnson-Hector said. “Our Case Management Team is able to coordinate care with the physicians, rehab specialists, clients and family members to ensure optimal care.”

Joining ABWA also enhanced the community awareness of Visiting Angels. The Inland Empire Chapter meets every month in Redlands, providing a forum for the members to discuss upcoming events with their businesses and guest speaking opportunities.

“I encourage women business owners within the Inland Empire to join ABWA for the networking opportunities and education.” said Johnson-Hector. “I also enjoy the philanthropy within the group. We annually fundraise to provide scholarships to college students within the Inland Empire on behalf of ABWA, and many of the members have charities that they are involved with that we all collectively support.”

For more information, or to speak with Sara Johnson-Hector or a member of her team about living assistance and elder care services, contact Visiting Angels, 104 E. State St., Suite C, Redlands, 909-793-7788. You can also visit www.inlandangels.com.

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downtown profiles | the frugal frigate

By CATHERINE GARCIA

Ask someone to describe The

Frugal Frigate and you could get

a lot of different answers: iconic,

welcoming, a children’s bookstore,

a venue for readers and reading ... a classic

community bookseller.

It has been a go-to destination for Redlands

book lovers since 1988. But today its reach is

broader, says Jessica Ackerson, store manager.

“People from all over the state, even the

country know about this store. It’s pretty

incredible. I have people coming in from

Virginia, who say that every time they come

to California, they have to stop here.”

The atmosphere is comfortable and relaxing.

The store is filled with book covers and giant

posters that have been signed by visiting

authors and illustrators, and it also has lots

of nooks and crannies where kids can just

curl up and read.

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cuddly characters and children’s books on display at the Frugal Frigate

gay Kolodzik, one of the co-owners of the Frugal Frigate


It’s definitely a family place.

Ackerson knows. She worked for the

previous owner, and when, in late 2009,

a friend told her family that the store was

up for sale, they jumped at the opportunity.

Today, it is co-owned by her parents,

Michael and Lisa Ackerson, and Gay

Kolodzik.

It’s also personally special for her.

“I grew up in the store. The store is the

same age as I am,” she said.

But being the manager is a new

experience. “Now I’m doing all the

ordering, keeping up with all the new

books coming out, and even marketing.

It’s new, but very rewarding.”

The Frugal Frigate’s books cross all

genres and include classics and best-sellers,

and the store updates its offerings as often

as possible.

“We have the ones that are going to sell

forever, like Dr. Seuss and Shel Silverstein,”

Ackerson said. “We’re really making a push

to get all the new books in here and

available for the children.”

The store can order anything, and it

doesn’t even have to be a book for kids.

“Parents come in and talk about not

‘The whole idea is we all love books here, and want to share them and have the kids in the community come in and explore. We want to promote literature and the importance of reading.’

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bakery in Redlands, is the city’s reigning

cookie queen.

In her bustling and cozy restaurant,

where lunch is easily stretched into a

two- or three-hour affair, Green invites

me to pull up a chair as she chats with

two longtime friends.

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“love” an extra beat. “People say you get used

to it being around it, but that’s not true.”

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a recipe for Swedish oatmeal cookies.

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of a true connoisseur. “I’ve just never seen

anything like it anywhere.”

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to her friends, a visiting chef and her staff,

and comments on her favorite holiday treats

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make for her son, and two-bite rugelachs with

chocolate chips or raisins — sold in her bakery.

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rising price of nuts — “that is going

to have an impact on holiday baking,”

she predicts.

Walnuts, pecans, almonds, even

peanut butter — anything made

with nuts has doubled in price in

recent months, she says.

But back to that sugar cookie dough.

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could make is that one right there,” Green

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sugar cookies prepared by her bakery

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The fuTure of Joe

Greensleeves rests with

its past. The restaurant’s

owners, brothers J.r. and

Bryan Briggs, took over in february

and are determined to make every

dining experience both memorable

and special with outstanding food,

award-winning wines and impeccable

service — qualities that were present

when the redlands landmark

opened in 1982.

executive chef Guillermo “Memo”

Mateo and his talented kitchen crew

have developed a menu that is exciting

and creative. There’s a multitude of

prime steaks, fresh seafood, wild

game, homemade pastas, chicken

and other remarkable items you

won’t find anywhere else.

The stone-lined walls, polished

wood keel of a sailboat and small

lights on the curved ceilings give

one the impression of dining in

San francisco.

The soft music, comfortable booths

and friendly, knowledgeable staff make

this restaurant a great choice for a

special occasion or for those who

just want to get away and relax over

delicious food and their favorite

drinks and wines.

Once seated, expect to be pampered

by the highly professional and friendly

serving staff including head waiter

Seamus Cattaneo, the ultimate serving

professional who has worked at

Greensleeves for more than 20 years.

his charming Irish accent, vast

knowledge of wines and how to take

great care of guests are among the

reasons why customers keep returning.

There are many delightful appetizers

to consider, with the unique

Greensleeves and the lamb and boar

sausage (which is made on the

premises and served with a sweet rich

port wine sauce) leading the way.

During a recent visit, I ordered

Greensleeves, which features a fresh-

roasted pasilla chili and is stuffed

with goat and mozzarella cheese,

along with ground venison. It is

served with a bold and assertive fresh

zesty arrabbiata sauce. The chili had

a nice light crunch when cut into,

and the filling was delicious.

The first two entrees were the Head waiter Seamus Cattaneo

A curved ceiling dotted with lights gives Joe Greensleeves an Old World feel.

Executive chef Guillermo “Memo” Mateo


grilled lamb chops, which were juicy

and tasty and served with delicious mint

jelly demi-glaze and a tangy reduced

balsamic sauce.

The massive 22-ounce bone-in prime

rib eye steak was simply sensational. As

expected, the steak was tender and juicy,

and the light delicate smoky flavor made

this steak quite special.

Both of these entrees, as well as most

of the others, are served with fresh broccoli

and carrots and either roasted potatoes or

white truffle oil-infused mashed potatoes.

Other entrees I sampled and highly

recommend include the smoked duck

a l’orange, the popular grilled Scottish

salmon filet with a stunningly rich

champagne and caper cream sauce,

and, of course, the made-on-the-premises

pastas including stuffed lobster ravioli,

with a wonderful tomato garlic white

wine cream sauce; and spaghetti, shrimp

and arugula with a terrific fresh tomato

garlic sauce.

In addition to tantalizing entrees,

wonderfully decadent desserts also are

served. I highly recommend the impressive

Sabayon (a cousin of the light, egg-based

Italian dessert zabaglione), which is made

with Marsala wine, mascarpone, egg yolks,

pistachios and heavy cream, and served

in a tall glass with fresh strawberries and

pillars of puff pastry. What a great dessert

to end a memorable dining experience.

For those wanting a less formal

experience, may I suggest going upstairs

and letting Michael “Woody” Wood pour

a nice glass of wine, brandy or any of your

other favorite libations in one of the two

casual rooms with flat-screen televisions.

Order anything off the dining room

menu and then sit back, relax and

have fun. This wine bar/speakeasy

is open Friday and Saturday

at 3 p.m., Sunday at 9:30 a.m.

and Monday at 5 p.m.

I have eaten at Joe Greensleeves

many times over the years and have

always found it to be very good. But

the Briggs brothers, as new owners, have

raised the game, taking the restaurant

to a level not seen in years.

I’m looking forward to my next visit.

Allan Borgen may be heard on

Saturdays on the “Let’s Dine Out” radio

show on KTIE (590 AM). His website is

www.letsdineoutshow.com. Contact him

via email at [email protected] or by phone

at 909-910-3463.

Joe Greensleeves220 N. Orange St., Redlands 909-792-6969, http://joegreensleevesrestaurant.comHours: 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday-Friday; 5-9 p.m. Monday-Thursday and 5-9:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday for dinner; closed SundaysPrices: $16.95 to $44.95 Full Bar

Prime rib chop

Salmon with champagne and caper cream sauce

Bartender Michael “Woody” Wood

Pillars of pastry rise out of this dessert called Sabayon at Joe Greensleeves.

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taste | the venue

By debbie council

The nexT Time you

visit the Palm Springs

area and have a yen

for something cool and

refreshing from the sea, mosey on

over to el Paseo in Palm Desert

to indulge in some sushi — those

little handmade jewels of culinary

art that are sometimes hard to

pronounce but delightful to eat.

A hip new new place to enjoy

that quintessential Japanese

snack is The Venue Sushi Bar and

Sake Lounge, and engin Onural,

owner and executive sushi chef,

will make you feel right at home.

Dining on sushi is as much a

visual journey as it is a culinary

experience at The Venue.

And who knows better how to

bring on the starring rolls but the

head chef himself and his female

sushi chef, Liesel. Sitting at the

bar is where the show begins, and

the sushi chefs are in the leads.

Onural learned his craft the

traditional way from hard-core

Japanese teachers in 2006 at the

Sushi Chef institute in Los

Angeles after moving to

California from Ankara, Turkey.

But the Turkish 27-year-old, a certified sake sommelier, does

sushi his way.

“This is a live show because it happens on the spot,” Onural said.

“The interaction is there in front of you. it’s all about interacting.”

The extensive menu — which includes 15 choices of nigiri sushi,

14 maki rolls, six hand rolls, six carpaccio, four tataki and other

favorites — presents a challenge on where to begin. Onural’s

creativity comes out in 13 specialty rolls, which are unique.

Try the mouth-watering mediterranean roll filled with spicy

albacore, tempura asparagus and avocado, finished off with colorful

dribbles of mediterranean salsa and feta cheese for $16. Or the

experiment roll, which features eight delicious mouthfuls of snow

crab, mango, avocado and cucumber topped with tuna, thin slices

of jalapeno, cilantro and yuzu

aioli ($18).

“All of my plates literally look

like paintings,” Onural said.

if there’s no room at the long,

white marble sushi bar that seats

12, don’t despair because Lucky

Perez, The Venue’s manager and

mixologist, knows the nuances

of each sushi creation and brings

each bite to life as he sets the

dish before you.

What’s sushi without a little

sake? Served cold, hakutsuru draft

sake, one of 17 sakes priced from

$9 to $28, complements the sushi

well, Perez says. Smooth with

floral notes, it remains neutral

on the palate as diners enjoy

a variety of sushi selections.

For the first course, try a crisp

and clean cucumber salad, with

micro greens, pickled carrot, and

citrus ponzi sauce that prepares

the palate to distinguish a variety

of flavors in The Venue roll,

a colorful creation of spicy tuna

topped with seared salmon, spicy

aioli, teriyaki sauce, micro greens

and black tobiko caviar ($18).

The Venue is cozy enough for

30 intimate seatings with a décor

that lends itself to the mood and

ambience that Onural describes as a sushi bar you would find in

new York or Los Angeles: sleek, modern and clean with high-end

furnishings of black, white, chrome and marble with splashes

of red and silver. There also is seating on the patio that fronts

el Paseo, one of the trendiest streets in Southern California.

The Venue opened in January, and Onural has attracted sushi

fans from when he was head sushi chef at the J.W. marriott Desert

Springs Resort in Palm Desert and later at the Renaissance

esmeralda in indian Wells. he knows his regular customers by

name and what they like. it’s becoming a hang out for friends.

“my followers are the reason i opened up here,” he said. “i see

in their eyes that this is like the place to be and to be seen with

their friends. We try to take care of everybody.”

Raw flavor, elegant settingchef onural brings creativity, sophistication to the sushi palate


Engin Onural

The Venue Sushi Bar and Sake Lounge is a lean, sophisticated environment.

If eating raw fish isn’t on your culinary wish list, don’t worry because The Venue also offers cooked fare.

“There’s always someone who doesn’t like sushi. I personally make sure that person leaves happy,” he said. “If I can crack that mindset the rest is history.”

Onural’s personal touches at The Venue can be traced back to when he was a 10-year-old growing up in Ankara because that’s when he told his parents he wanted to be in hospitality, resorts or the restaurant industry.

“One day the bulb got lit,” said Onural who has been in and out of kitchens and restaurants all his life. “I wanted to be a chef and owner as well.”

He’s currently in negotiations to open a second sushi bar and hopes some day to go national.

“I want to be the next landmark for El Paseo,” Onural said. “I really want to grow fast. I know what I want. This is my true passion. It really makes me happy.”

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Last year, on the afternoon of Christmas Eve, as my daughter and I drove through our town and passed a tree lot, she wondered aloud, “What happens to the trees that aren’t sold? I think it would be so sad to be the last tree. It’s like the puppy that no one wants.”

I told her that would make a nice story — and then proceeded to write it. So, in honor of this glorious season, here is the tale of one special little tree, a story inspired by the lovely thought of one special young girl. It’s already becoming a favorite in our family; perhaps yours will enjoy it too.

The Last Christmas TreeThe little tree swayed in the cold winter wind.

The day was clear and bright, and the tree stood straight and proud on the city lot.

For years, the little tree had watched as other, bigger trees were chosen to make the journey from the tree farm to the tree lot, where they would be bought, carried away and set up in cozy homes, surrounded by loving families.

The little tree knew that the farm’s owner had passed it by year after year because he was hoping the tree would eventually grow tall, with thick, full branches. But that had never happened. The little tree remained a thin, willowy bit of noble fir — and every year it heard the same joke. “There’s nothing noble about that tree!” the tree cutters would say, and everyone would laugh.

This year had been different. In late November, the cutters had headed straight for the little tree. Now, after a daylong trip in the big green truck, the tree stood with many others under the twinkling lights of the city lot. The little tree hoped the family that took it home had many children, who would dance all around it and sing happy songs.

All day on Dec. 1, as the little tree watched, people came and went. They roamed from tree to tree, standing close, stepping back, and eyeing the trees from top to bottom. Some brought measuring sticks, others

stood beside the trees to determine their height. The little tree was full of hope for a home of its own,

but that day no one even came near to take a look. No one seemed to want a tree that was a little bit different, that was not quite perfect.

And so it went, day after day, week after week. Each morning began with the glimmer of wonderful things to come, and each evening ended with the little tree still on the lot, slumping among fewer and fewer trees. By Christmas Eve, Dec. 24, only two trees remained. At noon that day, the little tree stood alone.

In late afternoon, a man rushed onto the lot. “I need a tree!” he exclaimed.

The little tree tried to perk up when it heard the words, but all heart seemed to have left its withering branches.

“That’s the only one left,” the tree seller said, pointing to the forlorn little tree.

The man glanced at the tree, so alone and sad, and his face softened. “It’s perfect,” he said. “I’ll take it.”

The man carried the little tree gently on his shoulder as he made his way through the snowy streets. He stopped at the old brownstone with the red front door.

“I’ve got the tree!” he hollered as he walked into the warm entryway. And to the little tree’s amazement, not one, not two, not even three children appeared. Instead, 20 boys and girls at the county Children’s Home gathered around the tree, laughing and giggling and chatting about how they would adorn it.

“You children can start decorating while I chop more firewood,” the man said, heading to the rear of the house.

Lights and tinsel were strung first, followed by ornaments made by all the children. There were strings of berries, paper garlands, popcorn strands and tiny painted mirrors.

As the children worked, something quite remarkable began to happen. The little tree grew taller with each touch of a child’s hand. The branches spread thicker and firmer with each kind word.

When the time came to place the Christmas Star at the top of the tree, the children were astonished to realize that the soft needles nearly touched the ceiling. This family of mismatched children had accepted the unwanted, pitiful little tree, and that unconditional love had helped it become the tree it was meant to be — tall and fine and flush

with happiness. The man returned and did not seem at all surprised to find the scrubby little tree had blossomed into a lush, full-grown, velvety noble fir.

He knew, as the children did not, that with the twin gifts of kindness and love, along with the right family, they, too, would one day grow into tall, fine and, especially, kind young men and women.

For now, though, for this Christmas Eve, it was enough for each of them to bask in the shared warmth and holiday spirit that filled the house — and the joy brought into their lives by one little noble fir, the last Christmas tree.

Editor’s note During this season, we invite you to consider giving to those in need and especially to agencies that help children. Some ideas: the Family Service Association of Redlands, wwwredlandsfamilyservice.org; the Children’s Fund of San Bernardino County, www.childrensfundsbcounty.org; and the the Salvation Army, www.salvationarmyusa.org. There are many more agencies doing good work; these are but a sampling. Find one, and reach out.

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