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spRINg 2012 vOLuME 3, IssuE 4

on tHE coVEr The 2012 Redlands Bicycle Classic Organizing CommitteePhoto by Gabriel Luis Acosta

It’ll bE bloomIn’ IncrEdIblE It’s been years in the making, organizers selected the gardens months ago, judges are lined up, old trophies brought out for display... the Redlands Horticultural & Improvement Society celebrates its 100th consecutive flower and garden show in April.

a sEason of bEnEfIts From the Crab ’N Jazz to the Run Through Redlands, if its spring, Redlands is hopping. We preview some of the highlights: a Titanic event at Kimberly Crest, the Relay for Life and Vintage Redlands to name a few more.

rollIng agaIn Redlands Bicycle Classic president Dan Rendler will tell you: the Classic likely just wouldn’t happen without the volunteers. While pro riders hit the street come race time, its the people who give their time for free who keep the Classic moving.

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Rolling with the Classic

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classic criterium route is

a quick spin around town from

the cafe Royale on cajon street. i asked

scott Welsh if someone connected with

the classic might want to take a few

turns with me as a backgrounder for this

year’s preview.

President dan Rendler and race

director eric Reiser and his wife, Jennifer,

were kind enough to oblige, and along

with scott they pulled on their riding

gear for a classic tour, up close and

personal. scott serves as marketing

director for the classic and, along with

dan, eric and Jennifer, is an avid cyclist.

We spun north on cajon street, right

on Olive avenue, and took a hard-angled

right again onto Vine — a sharp turn

next to the old city hall.

as we floated along the streets, scott

painted the picture of 150-plus cyclists

in their multi-hued spandex kits

careening through the downtown’s

figure-8 course, rolling along from gutter

to gutter at 30 mph.

amazing, hair-raising, dangerous,

exciting. One of our group quipped that

if sun/Bulletin sports editor louis

Brewster came to the classic, he’d skip

nascaR and become a cycling fan.

(it wasn’t me, louie!)

The criterium is a gruelingly short race

— 60 minutes for women, 90 minutes

for men — ridden along a closed 1-mile

course at an all-out-charging pace.

it’s a Monte carlo Gran Prix style event,

if you will, on leg power.

But like the Tournament of Roses

in Pasadena, this event — which draws

attention and visitors to Redlands —

is more than a single closed race.

it’s a community investment,

a collection of races (time-trials, stage

races, kids, amateur, hand-cycle, school

duel and public rides) with its own art

(see the Tracy holmes preview on Page

28), history, awards and bicycle expo.

More than 300 volunteers help make

it happen, says dan Rendler, and like the

people who invest their time in it, the

classic strives to offer something for

everyone and engage the wider

community: from children to pros,

from duffers to handicapped athletes.

and like any event of this size, it’s

something of an imposition on the city

and its residents, especially for those who

aren’t fans. street closures, crowds and

the types of headaches that come with

any major event are sure to tag along.

But also, Redlands, the classic shows

off to the rest of southern california

what a great gem this little city is:

beautiful houses, a lovely downtown,

the scent of orange blossoms in the

air, and great people... that’s classic.

it’s a great show — sure, of racing,

but really, community.

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A 1905 Cadillac filled with flowers?

If it’s April, it must be the Redlands

Horticultural & Improvement Society,

which this year will celebrate its 100th

flower show as not only state’s first consecutively held

flower show but also the second-longest running event

of its kind in the world.

“We have a wonderful history of being a consecutive

flower show for 100 years,” said Joyce Dean, event

chairwoman. “That is something quite significant.”

On April 21 and 22, the RHIS will mark the

occasion with a special Celebrating 100 Years! themed

event that will include the Cadillac, music and garden

tours as well as displays focusing on the history of the

horticultural group and show, and fun ways of tying

past and present together.

“In 1913, they had the high school orchestra provide

music,” Dean said. “This year, for the 100th, we’re

having an opening ceremony featuring the Redlands

Fourth of July Band.”

Redlands Horticultural

& Improvement Society show

celebrates 100 years

Prestige, petals and history

By CATHERINE GARCIA

The RHIS was founded in 1889, and

the first flower show was held at the

Contemporary Club in a “wonderful old

building that they had,” Dean said.

Other flower shows were held at the Santa

Fe Depot, Cope Middle School and now

Esri, where the show takes place in the cafe

and atrium.

The flower show will feature three

divisions — horticulture, design and

special exhibits — with more than 1,000

entries expected in more than 200

categories. There will be 10 panels of

judges, all of whom are National Garden

Club judges, and some come from as far

away as New Mexico and Washington.

Prizes to be awarded include Best Rose

in Show and Best Edible in Show.

“We have the best judges,” Dean said.

“We have the best of everything. Everyone

wants to enter, and we maintain that there

isn’t anything you can grow that you

can’t enter.”

The show is open to entrants of all ages,

and is a popular weekend diversion for

both local residents and out-of-towners.

“I’ve been a greeter at the door, and

I always ask people if they have been there

before, and I was really amazed over the

last few years how many people who say

it’s their first visit,” said Beverly Brett, the

show’s design consultant.

“We do have a lot of returning people as

well. It’s for anybody, no matter what age,”

she added.

Before the show, the RHIS also holds

a free seminar during which first-time

entrants can learn all about the event. This

year, it will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday,

April 7, at Plymouth Village.

“Anyone can come and learn how to do

design, how to wipe fingerprints off of an

Iris, or make rose blooms look better —

anything at all,” Dean said. “It is a hands-

on learning experience.”

The committee that plans the show has

been working on the 100th celebration for

a few years, with momentum increasing as

the big event draws near.

“One thing that was really a lot of fun

was deciding the theme,” Brett said. “We

came up with Celebrating 100 Years! and

decided to find major events, inventions —

those kinds of things — that we could tie

to different classes.”

One interesting class in the show is dual

containers, which will be playing off of the

year 1959, when Alaska and Hawaii

became states.

“Someone can look at that to guide

them. They don’t, for instance, have to do

snow for Alaska or hibiscus for Hawaii. ...

We also have Gerrard’s Market opening in

Redlands in 1930, for a design using

edibles, and, in the novice class, for those

who have won fewer than two blue

ribbons, it is 1939, when “Gone With the

Wind” won best picture. They are

supposed to use a vintage-style container.”

Key people involved in this year’s flower

show, garden tour and plant sale include

Dale Bauer, Pat Clayes, Milt Gibbs, Marilyn

Hafermalz, Steven Hagerth, Geri Hurth,

Dana Klatt, Ron Lang, Walt Mook,

Malia Moore, Pam Morris, George Nash,

RHIS President Chris Sedmack and

Cyndie St. Jean.

“Everyone worked really hard,” Dean

said. “We worked on this one for about

three years before, just to figure out what

we wanted to do.”

In addition to the main show, there will

be a garden tour plus an unusual plant

sale, which will be held at Prospect Park,

during the same weekend.

“There are wonderful plants that grow

well and are well acclimated to this area,”

Dean said. “Drought-resistant plants are

really represented, as are historical plants

from here in Redlands. Some are more

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Prestige, petals and history

Photo by Gabriel luis acostaWalt Mook, left, Dale bauer, Marilyn hafermalz, Joyce Dean and curtiss allen sr., with the redlands horticultural & improvement society

color blooms cascade across a display table at a past rhis flower show. in addition to horticulture, design and special exhibit categories, the show includes a tour of local gardens.


unusual than others.”

The garden tour will take place at locations

around town, with some homeowners

working years in advance to get their gardens

into excellent shape.

“Those were all hand-selected, and all

here in Redlands,” Dean said. “There are

all different types — some big, some small,

a school garden. All are just super.”

Back at Esri, historical artifacts, including

old trophy cups that were once won by flower

show entrants, will be on display. An oppor-

tunity raffle will be held, and commemorative

T-shirts and a revised Inland Garden Journal

will be available for purchase.

“The opportunity raffle is one of my

favorite parts,” Brett said. “A lot of things get

donated. It might be a basket of gardening

implements, a book of floral photography or

gift certificates. People can buy raffle tickets

and at the end of Sunday afternoon, numbers

are called for those. You don’t have to be

present. It’s fun. The money goes back to the

organization, because everything is donated.”

Organizers never know what flowers will

be entered or how many, due to the weather

and other factors, which makes every show

special and exciting.

“That’s always a surprise,” Brett said.

“Some years you have hundreds of roses,

some years you have hundreds of something

else — it’s like a present every year.”

Flower Show and Garden TourWhat: 100th annual event presented by the Redlands Horticultural & Improvement SocietyWhere: Esri campus, 380 New York St., Redlands; garden tour at homes around the cityWhen: April 21, 2-6 p.m.; April 22, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.Tickets: $10, good for access to all locations for both days. Tickets available at Gerrard’s Market, Precious Times Antiques and the Esri campus on the day of the show.Information: www.rhis.org, 909-798-9384, or via email at [email protected] Uncommon Plant Sale: April 21, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; April 22, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Carriage House area in Prospect Park, 1352 Prospect Drive, Redlands

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Five activities that are Fun and help the community[ ]

A long with warmer weather, spring brings out Redlands’ community character with a variety of wonderful events. Some are big — attracting

thousands of participants — while others are more intimate. All have two things in common: they have strong community support and they benefit wonderful causes.

By JERRY RICE

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Perhaps the city’s

biggest event that

doesn’t involve

bicycles, the 29th

annual Run Through

Redlands is expected

to attract more than 15,000 people to

downtown Redlands on April 22.

Like in years past, there will be three

course distances — a 5K, 10K and half-

marathon — that will be traversed by

more than 4,000 runners and walkers.

“It’s always something to hear the pitter-

patter of all their feet,” said Tim Murone,

race director.

Participants range from many elite

runners in the longer distances to

enthusiastic kids ages 3 to 6 who will

be doing the Kinder Dash. In all,

11,000 people will line the streets

to cheer everyone on.

Many of the fans last year crowded at

the finish line near the historic Redlands

Bowl. That prompted event organizers

this time to move the finish line up the

street about 60 feet to accommodate

more fans.

Course distances will be measured and

certified by USA Track & Field.

“We’ve hired a professional event

announcer who will be at the start on

a flatbed truck getting the crowd pumped

up,” Murone said. “Then he will be on

a platform at the end — with a sound

system playing background music —

to announce the finishers.”

While the announcer will be hard-

pressed to read all 4,000 names aloud,

Murone figures he should be able to

recognize several hundred as they cross

the finish line for the various events.

Run Through Redlands is a fundraiser

for the local chapter of the Kiwanis Club,

which funds other charities and

community events, and provides

scholarships.

Information: 909-792-6666, www.redlands-events.com/RTR1.htm

More than a decade

ago, the new owners of

the Citrograph Printing

Company, Ryan Bailey

and Al Hernandez, had

a smart idea: raise funds

for a scholarship that would benefit

University of Redlands students.

“We were given opportunities when we

were going to school, and we wanted to

give something back to students and the

community,” Hernandez said.

So the Citrograph Scholarship Fund

was born.

Now in its 10th year, Vintage Redlands

— a self-guided walking wine, beer and

food tasting tour through downtown

Redlands — is the biggest fundraiser for

the scholarship fund. It’s set for 6-9:30 p.m.

April 27.

More than 20 local businesses will be

taking part, including Bon Appetit, Farm

Artisan Foods, Gourmet Pizza Shoppe,

Hangar 24 Craft Brewery, State Street

Winery and Taste Buds Cupcakes.

Vintage Redlands has sold out seven of

its nine years, with as many as 500 people

taking part. This year, only 350 tickets

will be sold.

“We’ve narrowed it down and refined

it so everyone’s experience will be

a pleasurable one,” Hernandez said.

“We wanted enough people to make it

a worthwhile event, but at the same time

we didn’t want them waiting in long lines

to get into the tastings.”

So far, more than $50,000 in

scholarships have been awarded, and

Bailey and Hernandez are building an

endowment — which will continue

awarding scholarships well into the future

— that is approaching $100,000.

Information: 888-494-9044, http://vintageredlands.com

Hundreds of people are expected to take

part in an event at Redlands East Valley

High School that will be much bigger than

what they will experience on campus.

As many as 1,000 supporters are

expected to take part in the 24-hour

Relay for Life of Redlands, starting at 9 a.m. May 5. It’s part

of a national movement that started in the mid-1980s in

Tacoma, WA, and now is a successful fundraiser for the

American Cancer Society.

“We will remember, celebrate and fight back,” said Mike

Ballinger, the Redlands event chairman. “We remember those

Run Through Redlands

Vintage Redlands

Relay for Life


who have passed away with cancer.

We celebrate all the survivors and progress

that has been made to find a cure for

different kinds of cancers. And we fight

back with an emphasis on education, and

by encouraging people to get involved,

even politically.”

More than 20 teams have signed up to

take part in the 14th annual Redlands

walk, and several are out front with their

support of the theme of the event. Team

names include Keep Hope Alive, Cancer

Busters and Kick Some Cancer Butt.

Individual walkers also are welcome —

even if they show up on the morning

of the event.

There will be musical entertainment

for the walkers as they circle the track and

a brunch for cancer survivors. Another

highlight: a nighttime luminaria ceremony.

Candles will be lit and placed inside bags

filled with sand, each bag bearing the

name of a person touched by cancer.

Besides the website, Relay for Life of

Redlands also may be found on Facebook.

Information: 909-583-7565, www.relayforlife.org/redlandsca

The garden pavilions

at the Edwards

Mansion take on a

New Orleans flavor

for the sixth annual

Crab ’N Jazz

celebration on March 30.

Delicious cuisine — including an all-

you-can-eat Alaska crab leg dinner —

a beer tasting sponsored by local home

hobby brewers, jazz music and dancing

are on the menu. There also will be

auction opportunities to bid on items that

include gift baskets and vacations.

The event is a benefit for the Redlands

Sunrise Rotary to support youth activities,

scholarships, literacy programs, park

improvements and more.

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Musicians perform during last year’s Crab ’N Jazz event.

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Always a wonderful place to visit,

the three-story Kimberly Crest mansion

and surrounding gardens has some

new activities on its spring calendar.

On April 15, marking the 100th

anniversary of the sinking of the

Titanic, there will be an exhibit of relics from the era, high

tea served in the grand dining room, and musicians playing

music that was performed on the ocean liner.

Tours of the home — purchased in 1905 by J. Alfred

Kimberly, a co-founder of the Kimberly-Clark Corporation,

and his wife, Helen Cheney Kimberly — will include

information on what Kimberly family members were doing

during that time period.

On May 13, the focus will be on moms and families with

the inaugural Mothers Day picnic. Guests may enjoy

a bring-your-own lunch and take a stroll through

the gardens.

Admission to the grounds for a picnic is free from

1-4 p.m., and tours of the house will be available for the

normal donation price.

“This is a special place,” said Carey Smith, interim

executive director. “We want people to know we’re here,

and the importance it has historically to the region.

It’s not just a big pretty house in Redlands.”

Information: 909-792-2111, www.kimberlycrest.org

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�ose who truly love adventure won’t want to miss the Revenge, a two-person, inline tube ride that reaches speeds of 40 mph and concludes with a 20-foot splash down run out.If that’s not enough to send

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‘QUEEN MILLI OF GALT’ THROUGH MARCH 25 – Romantic comedy, based on a true story that centers around an unexpected relationship between Edward VIII (the Duke of Windsor) and a charming young Canadian woman. Redlands Footlighters, 1810 Barton Road, Redlands; $15, $10 students; 909-793-2909, www.redlandsfootlighters.org. Also: “The Sunshine Boys,” May 3-20.

‘JOSEPH’ THROUGH APRIL 1 – The age-old story of Joseph unfolds to reveal a faith and love that overcomes murder, betrayal and slavery. LifeHouse Theater, 1135 N. Church St., Redlands; 909-335-3037, www.lifehousetheater.com. Also: “Sense & Sensibility,” April 14-May 13; “The Wizard of Oz,” May 26-July 1; Rodgers and Hammerstein musical, July 14-Aug. 19.

SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY MUSEUM THROUGH MAY 19 – Activities and events include a beadazzled beaders demonstration and activities, April 1; needlepoint guild demonstration and activities, May 6; Public Works Day, May 19, 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.

CITIZENS BUSINESS BANK ARENA THROUGH JUNE 23 – Traff ic SoCal custom car show, March 18; Nuclear Cowboyz, April 13-15; IE Dixie Salsa BBQ Competition, May 5; IE Food Truck Fest, May 6; Sesame Street Live, June 1-3; Big Search America talent competition, June 23. Citizens Business Bank Arena, 4000 Ontario Center Parkway, Ontario; 909-244-5600, www.cbbankarena.com.

CALIFORNIA THEATRE THROUGH JUNE 30 – Rugrats A Live Adven-ture, March 23-24; Rock of Ages, April 5-6; “Tuesdays with Morrie,” April 14; Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber, April 20-22; Pop Goes the Rock with Cirque Dreams, April 24; Celtic Fire, April 18; San Bernardino Symphony presents “Tchaikovsky’s Finest,” May 19; “The Chronicles of Narnia,” May 25-27; Celebrate America, June 30. California Theatre of the Performing Arts, 562 W. Four th St., San Bernardino; 909-885-5152, www.californiatheatre.net.

REDLANDS CHAMBER MUSIC SOCIETY MARCH 18 – Concer t featuring Jingfu Peng, piano; Victoria Jones, f lute; and Stephanie Lovell, piano. Frederick Loewe Performance Hall, University of Redlands, 1200 E. Colton; 4 p.m.; 909-798-9253, 909-327-6611, www.redlandschambermusicsociety.com.

MARIACHI DIVAS MARCH 19 – In concer t. Morongo Casino Resor t and Spa, 4955 Seminole Drive, Cabazon; 8 p.m.; $10; 888-667-6646, www.morongocasinoresor t.com. Also: Larry the Cable Guy, March 23; The O’Jays, April 20; Tony Bennett, May 11.

CLASSIC SOUL JAM MARCH 22 – The music of The Stylistics, Heatwave, Harold Melvin’s Blue Notes, Blue Magic and Carl Carlton. San Manuel Indian Bingo & Casino, 777 San Manuel Blvd., Highland; doors open at 6:30 p.m.; $30-$50; 800-359-2464, www.sanmanuel.com. Also: Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlán y Nydia Rojas, March 29; All Star Comedy Jam, April 5; King of the Cage, April 26.

PARTIES FOR THE NECKLACE MARCH 23 – Par ties for the Necklace kickoff par ty. Mitten Building, 345 N. Fifth St., Redlands; 6 p.m. 909-792-1800, www.redlandsconservancy.org. Also: Hike Oakmont Trails in the Green Spring, April 7; Hike the new Crafton Hills Trail, April 21; Walk the off icial Volks Walk Route through historic downtown Redlands, May 5.

AUTO CLUB 400 MARCH 23-25 – NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race. Auto Club Speedway, 9300 Cherry Ave., Fontana; $35-$110; 909-429-5060, www.autoclubspeedway.com.

SALT N PEPA MARCH 24 – In concer t. Primm Valley Casino Resor ts, Interstate 15 at the California/Nevada state line; 8 p.m.; 800-745-3000, www.primmvalleyresor ts.com. Also: Kenny Rogers, March 31; Maze featuring Frankie Beverly, April 14.

STRAIGHT NO CHASER MARCH 24 – Concer t featuring the 10- to 12-member men’s a cappella singing group. Pechanga Resor t & Casino, 45000 Pechanga Parkway, near Temecula; 877-711-2946, www.pechanga.com. Also: Trans-Siberian Orchestra Beethoven’s Last Night 2012, March 30; Kim Soo Hee, April 7; Lea Salonga, April 14; Paul Anka, April 28; Polo Polo, May 4; Snow Patrol, May 11.

‘THE ARTIST WITHIN’ MARCH 31 – Workshop with Dennis Hare; bring drawing charcoal and paints. RAA Gallery and Art Center, 215 E. State St., Redlands; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; 909-792-8435, www.redlandsar tassociation.org.

MONOPOLY TOURNAMENT MARCH 31 – Fifth annual benef it, with proceeds funding student programs and scholarships. The Grove School, 200 Nevada St., Redlands; www.grovemonopoly.com.

MUSIC OF ABBA MARCH 31 – Concer t, with a par ty following

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BIG BAD VOODOO DADDY MARCH 24 – In concer t with Big Papa & the TCB. Fox Performing Arts Center, 3801 Mission Inn Ave., Riverside; 951-779-9800, www.foxriversidelive.com. Also: The Pink Floyd Experience, March 27; Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Rober t Cray Band, April 12; The Young Americans, April 15; Benise, En Fuego! April 27; “Miss Saigon,” May 11-12; Riverside County Philharmonic, May 19; Cathy Rigby in “Peter Pan,” June 29-July 1.


the show. Agua Caliente Casino Resor t Spa, 32-250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage; 888-999-1995, www.hotwatercasino.com. Also: Lisa Lampenelli, April 7; Crosby, Stills & Nash, April 18; Gabriel Iglesias, May 5; Comedy Night, May 18.

CASA RUN/WALK APRIL 21 – Fifth annual event in recognition of April as Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness Month, presented by the Court Appointed Special Advocate of San Bernardino. Star t/f inish at 300 N. D St., San Bernardino; $10 registration (includes T-shir t and lunch), $5 ages 10 and younger; 909-881-6760, www.casaofsb.org.

REDLANDS SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL MAY 10-27 – The Bard’s best works are presented during this annual event. “Much Ado About Nothing,” May 10, 13, 19 and 25; “Richard III ,” May 11, 17, 20 and 26; “Two Gentlemen of Verona,” May 12, 18, 24 and 27. Redlands Bowl, 25 Grant St.; free admission; www.redlandsshakespearefestival.com.

INLAND MASTER CHORALE MAY 19-20 – Music of the silver screen, from “Top Hat,” “Meet Me in St. Louis,” “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” and more. First United Methodist Church, 1 E. Olive (at Cajon), Redlands; 8 p.m. May 19, 3 p.m. May 20; 909-798-4462, www.inlandmasterchorale.org.

CITRUS CLASSIC TOURNAMENT JUNE 1-3 – AYSO invitational open to teams from all sections. Redlands Soccer Complex, 1790 Dearborn St.; www.redlandsayso.org.

GOLF TOURNAMENT JUNE 11 – The 20th annual A. Gary Anderson Memorial Golf Classic, a benef it for abused and at-risk children within the San Bernardino area. Victoria Club, 2521 Arroyo Drive, Riverside; 909-379-6025, http://childrensfundsbcounty.org.

ROUTE 66 RENDEZVOUS SEPT. 13-16 – The 23rd annual salute to the historic “Mother Road” features pre-1975 classics, muscle cars, hot rods, trucks and any year Corvette. Food, live music and enter tainment, activities for the kids in Meadowbrook Park, rides, BMX stunt shows and more. Contests include Neon Light, Poker Run, Open Header and Model Car. Downtown San Bernardino; 909-388-2934, www.route-66.org.

MUNCHIN’ AT THE MANSION SEPT. 19 – Annual fundraiser for CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) of San Bernardino. Edwards Mansion, 2064 Orange Tree Lane, Redlands; 909-881-6760, www.casaofsb.org.

CAR SHOW OCT. 7 – 22nd annual Veteran’s Memorial Car Show. Jerry L. Pettis Memorial VA Medical Center, 11201 Benton St., Loma Linda; 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; www.veterancarshow.com.

HISTORICAL GLASS MUSEUM ONGOING – More than 7,000 items — dating from the 1800s to today — made by American glassmakers and ar tists are available for display. 1157 N. Orange St., Redlands; noon to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, group tours weekdays by appointment; 909-793-3333, http://historicalglassmuseum.com.

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By LUANNE J. HUNT

Throughout its rich

history, the annual redlands

Bicycle Classic has become

known as so much more than

a sporting extravaganza. the

all-volunteer event, which rolls out its 28th

edition on March 22-25, has served to

bring the community together in ways that

have touched lives far beyond redlands,

according to rBC president Dan rendler.

About 500 volunteers lend their time

and talents each year as race marshals,

judges and doing numerous other jobs.

Additionally, many open their homes to the

athletes who come to the race from across

the united States.

“our volunteers are motivated by

a variety of reasons,” rendler said. “Some

have a passion for cycling and others want

to be involved in an event that makes such

a positive impact in the community. We

are so appreciative of everyone involved,

and this event would not be possible

without all of their efforts.”

Kirstin Frith, rCB’s volunteer

coordinator, knows first-hand how vital the

volunteers are. She works nearly year-

round to find volunteers and match them

with interesting and enjoyable positions.

“My job is pretty intense, and I could not

do it all by myself,” Frith said. “Months

before the race, we start our volunteer

marketing efforts with fliers, email blasts,

etc. It’s a lot of footwork, but when I see

everything finally come together, I feel

a great sense of pride for our community.”

Frith is especially challenged when it

comes to finding course marshals, whose

job it is to protect the cyclists from traffic

and pedestrians while they are near or on

the course.

It’s a classic — but not every start is in Redlands. Women cyclists line up for the start of the Beaumont Circuit Road Race, one of the series of races that make up the Redlands Bicycle Classic. The Classic has an event for everyone — from fun rides for the kids and the public to handicapped cyclist and pro race events.

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Penny Adams, who has served as chief

race marshal since 1991, says they never

have enough.

“We have a tremendous need for course

marshals,” Adams said. “Typically, we get

about 300 volunteers each year, but we

could use many more. When it comes to

securing the race and the athletes, you can

never have too many people doing this job.”

Course marshals are trained by local

police officers on how to control traffic and

crowds. There are no requirements for the

duty except being willing to attend one day

of training.

“Ultimately, we are the ones who make

the course secure so the cyclists can just

concentrate on the race,” Adams said.

The second largest group of RBC

volunteers is the host housing families.

Serena Chow has served as the host

housing coordinator and team liaison since

2005. She says about 85 volunteers provide

housing for the athletes, offering them

a comfortable bed, a secure place to store

their cycles and kitchen and laundry

facilities.

“We had a record 307 riders in host

housing last year,” Chow said. “Many of

our families have been doing this year after

year and have created lasting relationships

with the cyclists. We say, ‘Once a host,

always a host.’ ”

Along with building close relationships,

another rewarding aspect for host families

is how inspiring the cyclists are for host

families, Chow adds. Many children in

these households have become interested

in cycling and they now participate in

the race.

Courtesy photo / Kathy Jo Lorenzthe rBC organizing Committee takes a breather at last year’s event.

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“I actually got into cycling after

providing host housing,” Rendler said.

“When you have a pro team stay at your

house and you go on a ride with them,

it can really motivate you to become

involved in the sport.”

The first Redlands Bicycle Classic was

held on Memorial Day 1985. The idea for

the race came from former mayor Carole

Beswick. Former councilman Dick Larson,

former Danish national cyclist Peter

Brandt, a small group of local residents and

Beswick were the original organizers.

Since then, the RBC has drawn

professional and amateur racers from

across the country, including the Inland

Empire. Racers compete in three categories:

professional, adult and children (ages 3

and older).

The racing action begins on the first day

near downtown Redlands with a short time

trial. On the second day, it heads to

Beaumont for a circuit race on a 17-mile

loop around the city.

Day three consists of cyclists racing on

a one-mile, nine-turn criterium course in

downtown Redlands. The race finishes on

the fourth day with a road race that loops

80 miles throughout the hills of the city.

Along with the main race, there are

handcycling races — sanctioned by the

United States Handcycling Federation —

for the physically disabled.

“The RBC is all about health, diversity

and the environment,” Rendler said. “And

it brings people and families together in

ways that you might not just catch on the

surface. The enthusiasm it generates is

truly contagious.”

Sharing a passion and the road — top handicapped cyclists are an inspiration for everyone connected to the Classic, and kids enjoy their chance to race too.

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What: Each year, the Redlands Bicycle Classic brings world-class cyclists to the Inland Empire, drawing more than 20,000 spectators. During its 28-year history, the Classic has become one of the oldest and largest cycling events in the United States. U.S. cycling-licensed criteriums, R.U.F.F. rides, and public races complement the weekend finale of the four-day stage race. The Classic also features U.S. Handcycling Federation-sanctioned racing, sponsored by the PossAbilities program from Loma Linda University Medical Center.When: March 22-25Where: Primarily in Redlands, but one event starts and ends in BeaumontPrizes: Cash and prizes for men’s and women’s events total more than $44,000.Race sponsors and event partners: Beaver Medical Group; PossAbilities, the Loma Linda University Orthopaedic and Rehabilitation Institute; San Bernardino Sun and Redlands Daily Facts; Redlands Blueprint & Commercial Printing; and the City of Beaumont.

PRO EVENTS BY DAYPrologue — Thursday, March 22The Sun Time Trial: Start times: 10:40 a.m. women, 12:10 p.m. men. Individual riders leave every 30 seconds in a race against the clock.Course: The 3.2-mile route begins on Highland Avenue at Redlands Boulevard and runs to the top of Sunset Drive.Best viewing: The start line on Highland Avenue and along with the steep climbs of Wabash Street and Sunset Drive.

Stage 1 — Friday, March 23The Beaumont Circuit Race: Start times: 9:15 a.m. men, 9:25 a.m. women. Course starts

and finishes at Beaumont City Hall, on Sixth Street east of Beaumont Avenue.Course: A 22-mile strategic circuit that rolls through the beautiful hills of Beaumont and Bogart Park in Riverside County.Best viewing: The start/finish line on Sixth Street and along with the curving, tree-lined road through Bogart Park.

Stage 2 — Saturday, March 24Beaver Medical Group Criterium: Start times: 2:30 p.m. women, 4:30 p.m. men. A 1-mile course through downtown Redlands. The start/finish line is on Citrus Avenue between Fifth and Sixth streets. Women will compete in a 60-minute timed run; men will ride for 90 minutes.Course: The route is almost flat

with nine turns at different angles including all four corners of one intersection.Best viewing: The start/finish line at the corners of Citrus and Olive avenues, and the corner of Cajon and Vine streets.

Stage 3 — Sunday, March 25Sunset Road Race: Start times: 10 a.m. women, 1:30 p.m. men. Riders start and finish at Citrus Avenue for the last race of this event. Women ride nine laps for a total of 68 miles. Men race 12 laps for a total of 94 miles.Course: After a fast start downtown in Redlands, the course twists along a 6.2-mile loop that climbs 500 feet each lap on the south side of Redlands overlooking the city. The race then descends back downtown for five criterium laps.Best viewing: The start/finish on Citrus for both ends of the race, at Caroline Park for the Sunset Loop, at the Feed Zone on Sunset Drive as well as along the entire Sunset Loop.

OTHER ACTIVITIESPublic races — Saturday, March 24Local riders from toddlers to seniors are invited to participate in sprints and criteriums. Awards to the top three in each class, and race patch given to all participants 13 and younger. There are participant T-shirts for all. The start/finish line is on Citrus Avenue in downtown Redlands.

R.U.F.F. Rides and Public Races — Saturday, March 24These fun rides for the entire family benefit Redlands Unleash Fido & Friends. Rides will begin at Citrus Avenue at the official Redlands Classic start line in downtown Redlands beginning at 8 a.m. Register at Active.com.

Criteriums for USAC categories — Sunday, March 25Start/finish line on Citrus Avenue in downtown Redlands.Opportunity for non-pro,

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licensed riders to compete on the same closed course as the pros. See elite amateur athletes compete on two exciting courses in downtown Redlands, while the pros are racing in the hills of Redlands. Staggered start times begin at 7:10 a.m.

PossAbilities handcycle racing 10 a.m. Thursday, March 22 — Time trial, start line on Highland Avenue at Redlands Boulevard. Finish at the Sunset Lookout on Sunset Drive.7:45 a.m. Friday, March 23 — Circuit road race, start/finish line on Sixth Street in downtown Beaumont, in front of City Hall. Circuit course in Beaumont.1:30 p.m., Saturday, March 24, and 2:35 p.m., Sunday, March 25 — Criteriums, start/finish line on Citrus Avenue in downtown Redlands. Saturday race will be 30 minutes on a 1-mile course; Sunday race will be 30 minutes on a 0.65 mile course.

Redlands Classic FestivalLocated atop the parking structure at Citrus Avenue and Sixth Street, the festival will run Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Festival-goers will find food, have a chance to meet Classic sponsors and buy RBC merchandise, all with a bird’s eye view of the racing and the start/finish line. Booths also will include demos, climbing walls, and a mixture of bike equipment, local merchants and nutritional product vendors. Entertainment from Redlands High School All Star Jazz Band and Shay Taylor, musician/songwriter.

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Through boldly painted

sports images on canvas,

Pasadena-based artist Tracy

holmes hopes to inspire and

encourage the human spirit in myriad

ways. To that end, the acclaimed painter

has dedicated much of her time to

creating a commemorative series titled

“Champions

of Cycling.”

Since 2007,

paintings in her

series have become

the official poster

artwork for the

redlands Bicycle

Classic. And

holmes will

contribute another

painting for this

year’s event, which will take place March

22-25 in downtown redlands.

The race posters measure 18-by-24-

inches and sell for $20 at the event.

They also are available

at www.art4racing.com, for $25.

“This year’s image is about community

and everybody having their place in it,”

said holmes, 52, a licensed NASCAr

artist.

“It depicts the pros on the line waiting

for the start, the kids’ race taking off and

the hand cyclists finishing up. The post

office is in the background. I’m really

happy that the image embodies

everything the race stands for.”

“Tracy’s artwork truly unites the beauty

of our sport and the beauty of redlands,”

said Scott Welsh, marketing director for

the Classic. “And it greatly adds to the

overall experience of our event.”

holmes’ talent for painting stems from

deep within her roots. her grandfather,

Stroke of inspiration

Tracy Holmes’ work, including “Ghost Rider Tunnel,” captures the color and motion of the Redlands Bicycle Classic. Her paintings have served as the Classic’s commemorative poster since 2007.

By LUANNE J. HUNT

Tracy Holmes


Jack Ray, was an award-winning movie

poster artist who was inducted into the

International Association of Amusement

Parks and Attractions Hall of Fame.

Her mother, Eleanor Chambers, was

a watercolor artist known for her

“Show Girl Series.”

“My grandfather died when I was young,

so I never got to see all of his greatness,”

Holmes said. “But I’m very proud of him

for what he accomplished and very

inspired by it.”

For Holmes, education in her field has

been an ongoing venture. She has attended

the Otis Art Institute and Art Center

College of Design. Additionally, the mother

of three has studied in Switzerland,

Germany, Holland, Austria and France.

She also has studied privately with

renowned Southern California artist

Jove Wang.

“Jove taught me how to paint more

loosely and intuitively, which was

wonderful,” Holmes said. “I learned

a great deal from him and so many

other amazing instructors. If I could,

I would be a full-time student.”

Over the years, Holmes has received

several awards, including the Gold Crown

Award from the Pasadena Arts Council.

Some of her work is displayed in the

DuPont headquarters’ trophy room and

in the lobby of the Southern California

Automobile Club’s corporate headquarters.

In addition, her sports art has appeared

in numerous U.S. newspapers and

magazines. And she created the official

poster for the 2011 Kaiser Permanente

Pasadena Marathon.

Grateful for her success, Holmes says

she is highly committed to giving back to

community events like the Bicycle Classic.

She also has lent her time and talents to

organizations such as the Children’s Center

for the Arts and the Pasadena Arts Council.

“Everyone I’ve met working with the

RBC has been so incredible, and I am just

in awe of them,” Holmes said. “I couldn’t

be prouder to be involved with such a fine

group of people, who year after year go

beyond the call of duty to make a positive

impact in the community.”

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By AMY BENTLEY

Got jugglers, acrobats and clowns?

those entertainers and many, many

more will be performing when the

great Y Circus returns in May for its

72nd season. the performances have been a family

tradition for generations of performers and alumni

who have watched their own children and

grandchildren attain the same childhood dream

of performing in a circus.

the great Y Circus was founded in 1929 by then-

YMCA Director roy Coble, a former ringling Bros.

and Barnum & Bailey performer. except for the

years around World War II, this hometown circus

has performed almost continuously in redlands,

making it one of the oldest community circuses

in the world.

“Coble started the circus program as a family

activity so families could spend Friday nights

together. He had been a performer with ringling

Bros., so he decided to use some of those circus

skills to create a fun family event to keep people

healthy and fit and have a good time together.

It’s just grown from there,” said robin stein,

the YMCA’s associate executive director and

circus director.

“second and third generation redlands families

are continuing the tradition of being involved,” she

said. “Many of the trainers who lead our classes

were once students in the program. Many of them

are also participating in the classes with their own

kids now. that’s what’s really wonderful and

unique about it.”

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This year’s theme is Tune into Circus: A Tribute

to Classic TV. The event will honor old favorites like

“I Dream of Jeannie,” “The Muppets,” “Hawaii Five-0,”

“Scooby-Doo” and “Wheel of Fortune.”

Thousands turn out each year to attend the event,

which also features circus merchandise, clothing and

snacks for sale. Funds raised go back to the circus

program to help families in need enroll their children

in the Y’s circus arts classes.

More than 100 parent volunteers help run the circus,

which takes place at the YMCA. They work as spotters

for the acrobats, put up bleachers, organize concession

sales and help with the costumes. About 350 people are

expected to participate this year.

Students take classes at the YMCA to prepare

and demonstrate their skills, teamwork and

showmanship. Special lighting, theatrical music

and glitzy costumes help raise the excitement level.

Among the participating families this year are Amber

Wallick (Roy Coble’s granddaughter), her husband

Manuel Colunga and their two children, Emmi, 16,

and Ian, 18. Colunga and the kids are participating

in pyramid acrobatics, and Colunga also serves as

a trainer and performer for an aerial act. The family

got involved when Emmi and Ian were 3 and 5.

“We’ve been with it ever since,” said Wallick, who

used to perform as well. “It’s our second family,” she

added. “I love it because it’s given my children an

opportunity to work with other kids and adults, but in

very close proximity. They learn respectful boundaries

very well. Both my children are very comfortable

around anyone.”

Wallick also likes the cooperative spirit. “Everybody

in the act is a star,” she said.

Acts include pyramid acrobatics, tumbling, unicycle

riders, jugglers and experts at the Diabolo

(a Chinese yo-yo), wire-walkers, teeter-board

acrobatics, performers doing stunts on a rolling

“German wheel,” and aerial acrobatics including

performers on swinging ropes, ladders and the trapeze.

And, of course, clowns will bring out the laughs

between acts.

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A young shining star and

a musical legend will cap

off the 2011-2012 season

of the Redlands Symphony

— a season that’s being hailed as one

of the best in memory.

“We truly are finishing a season,

musically, that is better than ever,” says

Paul Ideker, president and chief

executive officer of the symphony.

“And we’re also beginning to see the

kinds of changes in the audiences

we’ve been hoping for: families,

younger people, kids — much more

diversity.”

The season will enter the home

stretch on April 14 with Artistry of the

Oboe, featuring New York

Philharmonic principal oboist Liang

Wang.

“This program is special for a couple

of reasons,” Ideker explains. “To have

someone of his caliber performing

with this small orchestra is

extraordinary. He’s one

of the young stars of the classical

music world internationally.”

The second reason is more personal

for the Redlands Symphony: Wang

is a former student of Francisco

Castillo, the symphony’s principal

oboist, and the two have maintained

a friendship through the years. As

part of his performance, Wang will

premiere a new piece for oboe and

horn that Castillo has composed for

the occasion.

The following month, on May 19,

the symphony closes out the season

with Made in America, a concert of

works all composed in the United

States. Among the highlights will be

“The River,” written by jazz legend

Duke Ellington.

“Duke Ellington did not write much

for this size orchestra,” Ideker says.

“Much of his work was for a large

band. He wrote ‘The River’ specifically

for a symphony orchestra.”

In fact, according to several

Ellington biographies, he composed

“The River” in collaboration with the

Alvin Ailey Dance Company. The

composition was commissioned in

1970 and premiered with “The River”

ballet performance in New York to

great acclaim.

“It’s a wonderful

piece,” Ideker says.

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Oboes and Duke EllingtonMeMorable perforMances to cap wonderful season

Photo by Chris LeeLiang Wang

Francisco Castillo

Jon robertson, redlands symphony conductor


UPCOMINGAll events are at Memorial Chapel on the University of Redlands campus. Information: 909-748-8018, redlandssymphony.comApril 14, 8 p.m. — Artistry of the Oboe, featuring guest artist and New York Philharmonic principal oboist Liang Wang.April 15, 2 p.m. — Free Family Concert and Instrument Petting Zoo, Memorial Chapel lawn.May 19, 2 p.m. — Made in America, a concert of works all composed in the United States, featuring among others Duke Ellington’s “The River.”

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“You’re going to hear some things you

wouldn’t expect from him.”

“The River” will conclude a trio of works

in the Redlands Symphony’s season-ending

all-American concert.

First up will be Paul Hindemith’s early

20th century piece, “Symphonic

Metamorphosis,” followed by Michael

Daugherty’s 1996 composition,

“Le tombeau de Liberace (featuring

Redlands’ Lara Urritia), a witty nod to “Mr.

Showmanship,” the famed pianist Liberace.

This spring the symphony also will

bring back its annual Free Family Concert

and Instrument Petting Zoo, set for April

15 on the lawn of Memorial Chapel at the

University of Redlands.

“It’s a fun event,” Ideker explains, filled

with tables and booths offering

information, refreshments and music.

“Music students from the university

participate, and we have about 10 to 15

instruments that the kids can come up and

touch and play and ask questions about.

They get to pluck and pound and blow and

go. It is truly a family event.”

As for the offerings for the 2012-2013

season, which will be announced in May,

Ideker offers this glimpse: “It will feature

a high level of musical quality. We will

have diverse programs that highlight

different parts of the orchestra and

different musicians. There will be

something for everyone.”

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community | faith

By AMY BENTLEY

There’s a special day every

spring when redlands city

leaders and members of the

faith community share in the

power of prayer.

it’s the Mayor’s prayer Breakfast, which

commemorates the National day of prayer,

and this year will be at 7 a.m. May 3 at the

University of redlands’ Orton center.

Members of all faiths are invited to

attend the 16th annual event sponsored

by the redlands area interfaith council,

which promotes understanding and mutual

respect of the diverse faith communities.

at the Mayor’s prayer Breakfast, each

congregation is invited to have a child

share a prayer about their own personal

faith.

This year’s theme is “gratitude.” children

may read a written prayer or simply talk

about what they are grateful for.

“it’s to get people to think about what

they are grateful for,” said Bill solberg of

redlands, vice president of the redlands

area interfaith council.

Throughout the years, many members

of redlands’ faith community have

developed relationships, and the breakfast

is a cherished time for them to get together,

according to rose palmer, interfaith

council president.

“it’s nice to see everyone and feel the

good feeling of camaraderie. We practice

our faith and beliefs in our own ways and

we support each other,” she said. “When

you see everyone from so many different

faiths and backgrounds — and community

members all sitting there together — you

realize how much we have in common and

the importance of just being there together.

it represents unity in a community.

“The nice part about hearing from the

kids is you get a glimpse into the next

generation, and you get to see someone’s

faith in a very non-threatening way,”

palmer added.

redlands Mayor pete aguilar credits

the interfaith council for holding the

event. “it really is a great opportunity

to get together and demonstrate our faith,”

he said.

every president since 1952 has signed

a National day of prayer proclamation,

according to www.nationaldayofprayer.org.

in 1988, president reagan signed a bill

into law that designated the first Thursday

in May as the date for the annual

observance.

in redlands, more than 100 people have

turned out each year for the Mayor’s prayer

Breakfast. The program also includes

music, socializing and a buffet.

“it’s delightful that it’s a broad range of

people. it’s a nice fellowship,” solberg said.

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Do face time, ear time tooBy DR. NANCY CARRITTE

R elationships are the bane and

blessing of our existence. everyone

wants happy, loving relationships

with the people around them — spouses,

children, co-workers, other friends and

family members.

But many of us spend less time

cultivating our relationships than we do

commuting to work every day. We put little

thought into making relationships more

satisfying while we spend our conscious

thought, time and energy on activities.

Relationships are not just accessories to

our lives; they significantly affect how we

feel about our lives and ourselves. here are

12 ideas to improve the relationships in

your life:

significant othersCommunicate — studies show that

couples who spend an hour or less a week

talking with each other have a higher

divorce rate.

Be sure your communication is not just

about your weekly schedule, but also about

feelings, thoughts, fears and problems. this

sharing requires you to reveal something

about yourself, and listen to the other

person too.

Schedule — Make some special time for

nurturing your relationship. plan an

evening at home with music and wine,

or a date night with dinner out, a movie,

or a long walk.

Most couples get so caught up in the

“doing” of their lives that they forget to

spend quality time together. however, it is

the key to keeping your relationship alive.

Prioritize — Make your spouse your

most important adult relationship. Many

of us spend time maintaining relationships

with a large circle of friends, but we should

nurture our primary relationship too.

if you plan outings with friends but don’t

have quality time with your significant

other, then rework your schedule. the

relationships you pay attention to are

the ones that are most meaningful and

satisfying.

childrenPay attention — Give children the time

they need. spend time listening to your

kids. Don’t have an “automobile

relationship” — where your

communication is limited to times when

you are all in the car driving them

somewhere.

Let go — as they grow, nurturing

relationships with older children and adult

children present other challenges. letting

go is really the main task of parents with

older children.

What older children need is different

than when they were small. adult children

often need parents to cheer from the

sidelines, not advise or control them.

family & friendsEliminate poisonous relationships —

Many people have friends or relations who

are difficult to get along with, make you

feel bad, or spread their misery around.

these relationships aren’t healthy, and

should be eliminated. if you can’t

completely eliminate them, limit the time

you spend with them. if aunt sue is

difficult to be around, leave the room.

if the critical in-laws must come for

thanksgiving, go for a walk. You can also

choose to confront them about their bad

behavior. or, just don’t invite them back!

Spend time nurturing the

relationships that matter — Don’t give

away your precious time without

thoughtful prioritization. You have

24 hours to spend each day.

stay in touch with supportive friends.

Make time for elderly parents or relatives

who live alone. We need friends to relax

with, to vent to and to compare stories

with. people who spend time with friends

and/or family regularly have better mental

health and less stress.

co-workersTreat everyone with respect — Don’t

say negative things about anyone. You

never know which co-worker might

become your boss or subordinate!

Build yourself a fan club — Work goes

smoother when people enjoy working with

you. successful managers spend 50 percent

or more of their time on building and

maintaining relationships, not just doing

the technical work.

the bossKnow your boss — the relationship

with a boss is the factor most likely to

influence job satisfaction. By building a

good relationship, you will understand the

priorities, which makes it easier to deliver

the work your boss wants. of course, if

you have a poisonous relationship, then

consider leaving.

Control your technology — We all love

our devices — phones, ipads, computers

and ipods — but studies reveal that using

them for late-night work or playing games

can jeopardize relationships.

yourselfTreat yourself well — Make time to

recharge your batteries. Find something

you enjoy doing and do it regularly. Know

your strengths and weaknesses.

Most importantly, treat yourself as you

would a beloved child. Don’t subject

yourself to poisonous relationships.

prioritize your daily activities to allow you

to enjoy the important relationships in

your life — that’s what makes life so

satisfying.

Dr. Nancy Carritte is an industrial

psychologist and Redlands-based author

and career counselor.

12 for ’12

Relationships➠

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Feel better, act smarterthat are meaningful to you and devote time and effort pursuing them.

• Forgive. Keep a journal or write a letter in which you work on letting go of anger and resentment toward one or more individuals who have hurt or wronged you.

• Practice religion and spirituality. Become more involved in your church, temple or mosque, or read and ponder spiritually- themed books.

• Take care of your body. Engage in physical activity, meditate, and smile and laugh.

— Sonja Lyubomirsky, UC Riverside psychology professor and author of “The How of Happiness: A New Approach to Getting the Life You Want”

12 for ’12

Happiness➠

• Count your blessings. Express gratitude for what you have either privately (contemplation, journaling, etc.) or convey your appreciation to those you’ve never properly thanked.

• Cultivate optimism. Keep a journal in which you imagine and write about the best possible future for yourself. Practice looking at the bright side of every situation.

• Avoid overthinking and social comparison. Use strategies (such as distraction) to cut down on how

often you dwell on your problems and compare yourself to others.

• Practice kindness. Do good things for others — friends or strangers — either directly or anonymously, spontaneously or planned.

• Pick a relationship in need of strengthening, and invest time and energy in healing, cultivating, affirming and enjoying it.

• Do more activities that truly engage you. Increase the number of experiences at home and work in which you “lose” yourself.

• Replay and savor life’s joys. Pay close attention, take delight and go over life’s momentary pleasures and wonders.

• Develop strategies for coping. Practice ways to endure or surmount a recent stress, hardship or trauma.

• Commit to goals. Pick one, two or three significant goals

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Fitness➠

By KRISTINE MACDONALD

D id you resolve to get in

shape this year? And what about

last year? Health and fitness goals

are the most common and repeated

resolutions because they are perceived

as difficult.

Typically these resolutions require

change and change begins with the way we

think about our bodies, how they operate

and what it really takes to keep them

performing optimally. Here are 12 things

to consider this year — your year to have

a health and fitness revolution.

Make up your mind — Modify how you

think about change, especially if it’s

beneficial to your health. What may seem

unpleasant or uncomfortable can be

perceived as something new and exciting,

or challenging. it is all in how you chose

to think about it.

Beauty and the beast — if the image

you see in the mirror is your only

inspiration, then you are at risk of

repeating the habits of the previous years.

radical changes in diet and fitness that are

aimed at taming the beast are both risky

and short lived.

seeing yourself without the mirror

enables you to experience and observe

what you need to change and why. Peek

inside — truly beautiful people feel good,

which is an excellent reason to break up

with unhealthy choices and commit to

working on you.

Find your inner cave person — Think

like a Neanderthal and avoid processed

food and drinks. Forgo foods that come in

crinkly bags or brilliantly colored cans or

contain unusual amounts of cryptically

written ingredients. Foods and drinks

with artificial colors, sweeteners and

preservatives trick your brain and leave

lasting results on your body. if in doubt,

consider whether a caveman would eat or

drink it and go for water and natural foods

that will supply you with plenty of

nourishment.

All in good time — Allow time to

achieve your goals. if you are making food

adjustments, start small and adjust in

stages, by phasing some foods in and

others out. if you are beginning an exercise

routine, build up slowly then change

the intensity when it doesn’t seem like

a workout anymore.

With or without you — your health is

your responsibility so it is important that

you own it. scheduling conflicts can be

avoided by attending classes at your local

gym or recreation center. Pencil your

exercise in and don’t miss that

appointment.

Sleeping beauty — Good looking, good

feeling people get their Zs. sleep allows

your body and mind to recover and

recharge for the next day. sleep helps

reduce stress and inflammation, both of

which can lead to bad habits, grumpy days

and a shorter life expectancy.

I’ll have more, please — Before you

take that break or brief rest period, squeeze

out a few more seconds, minutes, reps. The

mind will tell you to stop long before you

need to. Hesitate before you stop and have

a little more of what you are doing, even if

its just one. in the long run, you will

retrain the way you see your capabilities,

by stretching outside your preconceived

boundaries.

Stir the pot — dining out or on the go

is the ultimate saboteur when it comes to

healthy eating. The only way to know what

you are putting in your mouth is to make it

yourself. stay home and cook up your own

delicious, nourishing masterpiece.

Work up a sweat — When formulating

a workout routine, select exercises that put

the “work” in workout. Physical activity

should be done with effort. Having a

feeling of being either slightly out of breath

or uncomfortable is fairly normal.

remember that breathing heavy, exertion

and elevated body temperature —

sweating, for example — are components

of physical activity; otherwise it’s closer

to relaxing.

Size matters — especially when it

comes to food. Portion control and caloric

intake are vital for efficient and successful

weight loss as well as keeping all systems

in check. Keep servings sizes no bigger

then the palm of your hand. Confused?

Consider nature’s serving sizes, i.e. an

apple. Turn over your prepackaged foods

and read labels; consume only the

recommended serving size.

Roll with it — if the idea of lunges and

push-ups, or a 45-minute jog leaves you

rolling your eyes, then chances are

that is exactly what you should be doing.

Fall in love with exercise, after all exercise

loves you.

Playtime in the fountain of youth —

Working your body keeps you young, so

when it comes to deciding between cardio

and strength training, do both. Find ways

to exercise four to six days a week for at

least 30 minutes and mix it up. Alternate

days between cardio and weight training or

try a day or two of both. over time you

will feel like a kid again.

Kristine Macdonald is a group fitness

trainer at Perfection Fitness in Rancho

Cucamonga and LA Fitness in Upland.

She can be reached by email at

[email protected].

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Exercise• Own your own cardio

equipment. It makes it easier to do cardio at any time.

• Find three workout buddies to have someone to fall back on.

• Buy fitness magazines. They will provide you with many different workout routines.

• Hire a trainer. This will speed up your learning curve for results and help prevent injuries.

• Join a running/walking/biking club. Community is powerful.

• When you don’t feel like working out, do it anyway. It takes 90 days to create a habit.

Nutrition• Eat small meals every three

hours. Buy a fitness magazine to discover ideas for what to eat.

• Make lunch the biggest meal of the day. Dinner should be more like a large snack.

• Wipe out sugar cravings. Avoid eating sugar more than once a week. It’s highly addictive.

• We crave what we eat. Adapt your taste buds to the foods that will lead you to the results you want.

• Choose low-carb items when eating out. Most carbohydrates

that are available while eating out

are not the good ones.

• Work with a professional.

Learn how to turn these ideas into

a more permanent lifestyle.

— Karla Adams, President

and CEO, Karla Adams

Fitness Corporation

• Start a plan. The old saying is true. When you fail to plan, you plan to fail. Put together a per-sonal financial plan and follow it.

• Make it fun to save money.

One idea: See who can save the most this month using coupons.

• Automatically deposit money from every paycheck into savings for that “rainy day” fund.

• If an investment sounds too good to be true, avoid it. If you don’t understand an investment, don’t use it.

• For every pay increase, put 50 percent aside for retirement.

• If you want to gamble, go to Las Vegas. Invest in the long term for retirement.

• Read a book during lunch instead of going shopping.

• Spread the wealth. Diversify your assets to lower risk of loss.

• Make purchases based on need, not want. Save to purchase those want items.

• If you run out of money before

the next paycheck, go back to the envelope system your grand-parents used. It works!

• Involve your kids with fiances. Help them save for wants.

• Add up how much lunch at a restaurant costs per day times 250 days. Compare that amount with the cost of a sandwich from home. Put the difference in a cash reserve fund.

— Linda L. Itzen, CFP, private wealth adviser, Itzen & Associates

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the whole hogThe Salted Pig is a full-flavored gastro-pub experience

By ALLAN BORGENPhotos by GABRIEL LUIS ACOSTA

Battered Tomato Sandwich

The Salted Pig3700 12th St., Riverside

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taste | the salted pig

the whole hog

Reminiscent of great culinary

finds in san Francisco,

san Diego and santa Barbara,

the salted Pig in downtown

Riverside is one of the most unique and

exciting restaurants in the area.

Being the inland empire’s first gastro-

pub (a British term for a pub with grub on

the comfort side of the gourmet spectrum),

i wasn’t sure what to expect. But recently

when i entered the fairly large L-shaped

establishment, my culinary senses were

overwhelmed with the wonderful aromas

of food being cooked, enjoyable music and

some loud chatter from obviously happy

and content customers.

the restaurant is divided into two

sections — one reveals an open kitchen

so diners may watch chefs create their

masterpieces along with lots of high-top

wooden tables and chairs; the other

features a large bar with seating and tables

and chairs scattered throughout a dining

area. Decorating the dining room walls are

large black chalkboards with the names of

the boutique hand-crafted beers that are

available that night — a nice touch that

adds to the casual and trendy ambiance.

Ronaldo Fierro, the owner, is a young

man with lots of passion for quality

service, delicious and exciting food, and

great beer. He and his family are from

Riverside, and he felt locals needed

a concept restaurant like the salted Pig.

He is active in the business, and often can

be seen helping employees give customers

the best service and dining experience

possible.

the menu, which changes seasonally,

is a compilation of comfort foods including

such favorites as juicy formed-by-hand

half-pound oak grilled burgers, gourmet

sandwiches, and noodle and flatbread

creations.

For starters, there is nothing better than

the Bacon Fat Popcorn, which is seasoned

with salt, pepper, thyme and tossed in —

you guessed it — pork fat.

this is a great item to savor with a beer

or a glass of wine. Another winner is Filthy

Fries, which is a pile of fries topped with

beer cheese, herbs and lots of roasted

garlic. Both are delilcious and perfect

to share with others.

the Battered tomato sandwich (with

arugula, avocado and a spicy aioli sauce

served on a ciabatta roll), the Flatbread

tasting (consisting of a sampling of the Pig

Flatbread, prosciutto, goat cheese, onions

and sliced serrano chilis), the Veggie

Flatbread (Fontina cheese, tarragon pesto)

and the Daily Flatbread are all great

sandwiches.

But, for me, the star attraction —

Executive Chef Larry Thai prepares a dish.

Chalkboards with the night’s specialty beer selections add to the ambiance at The Salted Pig.



and one of the restaurant’s signature items

— is the Pork Belly Sandwich. This palate-

pleaser consists of thick slices of perfectly

seasoned and grilled pork belly with just

the right amount of fat to give this “trendy”

treat its incredible taste.

Other menu highlights are the burgers,

which are some of the best you’ll find

anywhere in the I.E. Each is lovingly

served on a house-made brioche bun and,

like the sandwiches, comes with a side

of fantastic crisp-thin fries with a zesty

Asian-infused house-made ketchup or fresh

fruit. Two that I enjoyed were The Really

Good Burger, with jalapeno cream cheese

and crispy red onions, and The Pig,

a popular burger with bacon inside the

beef patty topped with an over-easy egg

and garlic mayo. The soft egg yolk

when cut into the burger adds to the

messiness, which is one of the attractions

of this burger.

For dessert, be sure to try the Coffee

& Donuts (three small, warm doughnuts),

which on the night I visited were

a chocolate cake doughnut with a candied

bacon glaze, a strawberry-filled doughnut

with vanilla glaze and a beignet with

caramelized pear and hard cider in the

middle. A scoop of creamy, rich coffee ice

cream was served with the doughnuts.

Another fantastic dessert is the

scrumptious Pig Sammy (two large maple

cookies with candied bacon ice cream

layered in between the cookie sandwich

with a drizzle of caramel).

Executive Chef Larry Thai and his

talented crew come up with dishes that are

both delicious and creative — ones that

will surely keep customers coming back

again and again.

Overall, The Salted Pig is a dining

experience you should definitely consider

when guests come from out of the area.

It’s that good.

But why wait for guests? Anytime when

you are in need of comfort, happy faces,

great beer and exciting food is a good time

to visit The Pig. The word that comes to

mind that best describes my dining

experience is “Wow!”

Allan Borgen may be heard Saturdays from

3 to 5 p.m. on the “Let’s Dine Out” radio show

on KTIE-AM 590. Email [email protected],

or call 909-910-3463. Visit his website,

www.feedme411.com.

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More taste, less guilt

Standing in Muffin top Bakery

is like being wrapped in a warm

cinnamon blanket. the smell of fresh

baked breads and muffins, cookies,

pies and cakes wafts over you, and

it surely always will bring a smile to your face.

it’s not a matter of what you’re going to buy,

it’s how many. there’s so much to choose from.

the counters of the bakery are filled with

delicious cookies of all kinds. there are luscious

pies and breads, including a dangerously good

11 grain cinnamon raisin and a spicy jalapeno

cheese. there’s even an oat bran French loaf

as well as low-carb and high-protein breads.

and, of course, there are several varieties

of the namesake muffin tops that come in

sizes ranging from “regular” to one that is

16 inches in diameter and includes at least

six different flavors.

What’s more, 90 percent of the products

are vegan.

Emile Maamari, who is opening a new

location in Redlands, has perfected the art of

baking. But he didn’t start out to be a baker.

At Muffin Top Bakery, most of the goodies are sugar, fat and cholesterol free

By BETTS GRIFFONEPhotos by GABRIEL LUIS ACOSTA

Cinnamon pull-apart bread is surrounded by, from top left, chocolate chip, cranberry, blueberry and banana nut muffin tops.


After graduating from the University

of Lebanon, Maamari and his sister Rosette

came to the U.S. in 1979. He acquired two

more degrees in economics and law, and

also worked his way up in the Albertsons

grocery chain.

Meanwhile, he also was pursuing a

hobby. Finding recipes dating back to the

1800s, Maamari updated them and added

his own touches. The time spent studying

nutrition while in school came in handy as

he perfected his original book of recipes.

He worked in a bakery for a while,

and then decided to open one of his own

in 1987.

Maamari called his baked goods “dietetic

pastries.” But the world either wasn’t ready

for them or the label didn’t strike at the

hearts of pastry lovers, because the

business failed.

Not a guy who gives up easily, Maamari

tried again, opening a compact bakery in

Riverside in 2008. This time, he found

success. The new Redlands location, which

was scheduled to open in early March on

East State Street, is 500 square feet bigger

and has a seating area.

Some of the delectable treats are made

with sugar, but most are sugar-free, fat-free

and cholesterol-free.

“When people taste them, they say,

‘Wow!’ ” Maamari says.

He knows most of the customers by

name. They travel from Palm Springs,

Long Beach and the High Desert on a

weekly basis just to stock up. One day

recently, there were 50 cinnamon pull-

aparts already sold, waiting to be picked up.

There have been opportunities to

increase the size of the operation, but

Maamari prefers the way things are. The

business is a family affair — his sister

handles the deli, preparing humus, fresh

baba ghanoush, tabouli and tasty Middle

Eastern salads, while his niece and one

of his nephews help in the kitchen.

Another nephew works at the new store

in Redlands.

Maamari enjoys interacting with

customers. “Every smile is like a trophy,”

he says.

It’s hard to argue with that.

Some Muffin Top Bakery goods also are

sold at select Sprouts Farmers Market and

Clark’s Nutrition & Natural Foods Market

locations, but otherwise the world comes

to his bakeries.

Muffin Top has a website with a

wonderful photo gallery showing the wide

variety of cakes that are available. It also

lists 19 kinds of bread baked on the

premises, and there is a menu of

sandwiches and combos that should satisfy

even the hungriest of appetites.

Cakes and special items must be ordered

24 hours in advance, but it’s always easy

to walk in and find delightful things

every day.

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Emile Maamari, right, with his niece, Gabrielle Shabke, center, and his sister, Rosette Shabke

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Finding a restaurant that serves tasty fresh food at extremely reasonable prices can be a difficult task, but not if you dine at The Originals Mona Lisa Italian Restaurant in Redlands.

This small unpretentious restaurant features very good Italian subs, pasta and salads at prices you will find very friendly to your budget.

You can either eat in their small dining room or go to the drive-through window and order your food in the comfort of your car. All of their items are made to order so you can count on the food being piping hot and fresh when it arrives.

Another important thing to know is that once you order and pay for the food at the front counter, the food comes to you in round aluminum pans with plastic utensils. At first, I wanted real plates and real metal forks however considering the low prices and the good quality of the food, I would rather have it served this way and save some money.

Most great Italian dishes start out with tasty sauces, and both the marinara and meat sauces served at Mona Lisa are very tasty.

The marinara sauce is made with tomatoes, basil, garlic, oregano and olive oil, while the meat sauce features lots of ground beef, tomatoes, carrots, celery, red wine, garlic, oregano and basil.

As good as these sauces are, my favorite sauces are only available on certain days of the week.

Every day the restaurant offers a different daily special.

On Thursdays, their eggplant with marinara sauce is featured with spaghetti for $6.95, while the alfredo sauce with linguini for $6.95 is only served on Fridays. The rich, creamy and buttery alfredo sauce is made with manufacturing cream, and the sauce sticks to the linguini like no other alfredo sauce I have ever experienced. This sauce is a big hit among loyal fans that swarm the restaurant every Friday. If you are going on a diet soon, make sure you order this dish beforehand. Unfortunately for us, once the specials are gone, you have to wait until the following week.

From the sandwich side of the menu came the 10-inch Italian sub for $5.95, and the special 6-in hot meatball sub for $3.95. The Italian sub consisted of a warm crusty Italian roll filled with salami, turkey ham, lettuce, tomatoes, provolone cheese and pickles with a homemade Italian dressing with oregano, garlic, basil and wine.

The hot meatball sub featured sliced meatballs, marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese. It should be noted that when ordering a sub or pasta dish, you can order the items with marinara or the meat sauce.

Next came the lasagna for $6.50 and the baked mostaccioli for $7.50.

The lasagna featured two layers of lasagna pasta layered with a delicious ricotta and mozzarella seasoned mixture and plenty of meat sauce. It was then topped with mozzarella cheese and baked until it was nice and bubbly. I really enjoyed the ample portions of the ricotta-mozzarella mixture and the entire dish. It may not look all that large, but it sure is filling. You also get two pieces of toasty garlic bread with all of their pasta and salads.

The baked mostaccioli consisted of a large portion of pasta with lots of sauce and mozzarella cheese. Simple, yet oh so good.

The classic eggplant parmesan for $6.95 and antipasto salad for $5.50 rounded out my meal. Imagine lightly breaded and fried eggplant topped with your choice of marinara or meat sauce, topped with lots of mozzarella cheese and baked until hot. The eggplant was not bitter like Italian eggplant can sometimes be and was a hit with my family as well.

The antipasto salad consisted of sliced provolone cheese, salami and turkey ham, served on a bed of lettuce with tomatoes, peperoncinis and your choice of dressings. I suggest the homemade Italian dressing.

Overall, I enjoyed Mona Lisa very much and feel that this is one restaurant that you and your family can comfortably dine at more than once a week for lunch or dinner.

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my town | essay


By TONI MOMBERGER

Pardon me while I get wistful

about the way things were. But

when I see redlands today, I also

recall this city as I knew and

loved it as a child.

I grew up on Brookside avenue, a short

bike ride from downtown redlands, and

I whiled away a childhood of summer

afternoons poking around the shops.

my favorite was Serrs, which occupied

three contiguous storefronts on State

Street. In one, they sold jigsaw puzzles,

playing cards and bath gels. I used to open

all the soaps to smell them, and I never got

scolded. The center section had pens with

scented ink (I had every color) and note

cards, and the other had cookie jars and

salt-and-pepper shakers. I could not get

enough of this.

Where Caprice Cafe is now there was

a JCPenney. You could look up and see

people working in second-story glass-

walled offices. This was great fun

for waving at friends.

my mother bought me a Geranimals

outfit there when I was in second grade,

and I thought I was the coolest thing in

town. I also got an easter dress from Jack

and Jill across the street, with a shawl that

matched the skirt. Gorgeous.

a big thrill was to go to Harris’ and ride

the elevator. The elevator operator greeted

my gramma by

name. It was

because she was

famous, he said. The

Harris’ store is the

Galleria now, but

the old otis elevator

is still there. I rode

in it just last week.

and on the corner, where Charlie

Jewell’s makes a mean mojito, was

Keystone drug.

I remember going there to see the doll

house model of the edwards mansion. The

chandeliers really lit up, and I was amazed

by it. I spent the rest of my life wanting to

see it again, and then this fall I noticed it

stored on a platform in an area under

renovation at the San Bernardino County

museum. I didn’t have the nerve to ask

them to plug it in for me, but I wanted to.

I remember going to Keystone for

crutches when I sprained my ankle at age

9; opening a nudie magazine on the rack in

the window that faced State Street at 12;

and getting hair gel there at 13 for Fifties

dress-up day at Cope.

For a short time we had an ice cream

place called The Big olaf on Sixth Street,

where the new candy store is. an olaf was

a sundae in a waffle cone, which I had

never seen or heard of before. They must

have baked those waffles all day, based

on the smell. I couldn’t go near downtown

without getting hungry.

Where the Gourmet Pizza Shoppe is now

we had Pizza Chalet. I had no idea it was

unusual to put cashews on pizza until

I went to college.

I was 7 when they opened the redlands

mall, but by my memory it was called the

redlands Plaza at first. my Brownie troop,

led by dodie Farmer, took us there for

a tour. I got a pink balloon that said

“redlands Plaza” on it, and hopped around

on the black-and-white checkered floors in

the new Harris’.

my favorite was the Little Folks Shop,

where I could find stylish clothes for kids,

who like me, were smaller than everyone

else my age.

Theresa at Lemonaco cut my hair like

Farrah Fawcett, and I was the master of

Xenon at the Flipper Flapper arcade. I got

a T-shirt made at the Shirt Stop that said,

“I love andy Gibb.” Because I really did.

I spent a fair part of my allowance

buying 45s at the Wherehouse, and playing

aC/dC on the roundtable Pizza jukebox,

but most of my earnings ended up in

Sliger’s (next to ed Hales Park), where

I raced every Saturday morning to turn

over my five bucks for piano sheet music.

This was a good investment. I accumulated

a foot-high stack, which I still use. I can

play Lisa Lisa and the Cult Jam like

nobody’s business.

When redlands turned 100, State Street

was closed to traffic and the whole city had

Thanksgiving dinner together.

my kids grew up with different

memories of downtown. They don’t give

a hoot about 45s and they turn down the

volume on andy Gibb, but I expect they’ll

wax nostalgic walking down State one day.

They’ll tell their kids about getting pizza

with mashed potatoes and fried chicken on

it, and hiding under the stairs at the Frugal

Frigate. Come to think of it, I will too.

Toni Momberger is the editor of the

Redlands Daily Facts. She is a fourth-

generation Redlands native.

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