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insidefeatures 05 World of Fantasy “Disney On Ice coming Back”

08 It’s Your TIme “Entrepreneurial Training Series”

11 Spotlight “Fontana Youth Sports”

12 Roasting “New Mexican Hatch Chilies”

14 Juicy “Things are coming up”

20 PianoPiano “Dueling Lounge in Claremont”

24 County of San Bernardino “On the Job Training program”

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Urban Living MagazineThe Heart of Southern CaliforniaVol. 3, Issue 3 Fall 2009PUBLISHERSChristina CardenasBill MartinezRobert Saiz

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DISNEY ON ICE PRESENTS WORLDS OF FANTASY COMING TO THE SOUTHLAND THIS HOLIDAY SEASON

New Ice Spectacular Presents Classic Disney Stories

Los Angeles, Orange County, Inland Empire and Long Beach Engagement December 17-January 10 Tickets on sale November 8th

LOS ANGELES, CA (August 18, 2009) —Join in the non-stop fun when Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy, bringing four magical Disney stories to the ice. This action-packed ice spectacular showcases beloved characters from Disney/Pixar’s Cars and Disney’s Tinker Bell, The Lion King and The Little Mermaid.

Prior to each performance, families will be treated to the Disney Princess Pre-Show, an exclusive collection of enchanting ball gowns and mementos from the Disney Princess stories. This bonus experience is free with ticket purchase and includes a special appearance by a Disney Princess.

Produced by Feld Entertainment, Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy is performing at STAPLES Center, December 17-20; Honda Center, Anaheim, December 22-27; Citizens Business Bank Arena, Ontario; December 30- January 3; and the Long Beach Arena, January 6-10, 2010. Audiences will thrill to high-speed stunts as Lightning McQueen, Mater and the crew of Disney/Pixar's CARS race through Radiator Springs. Dive into The Little Mermaid's enchanting undersea kingdom and experience the 'Circle of Life' with The Lion King. Then, enter into the magical world of Pixie Hollow with Tinker Bell and all her fairy friends as they make their world premiere on ice! From wheels to waves, Pride Lands to pixie dust, Favorite Disney moments come to life at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy. Dazzling skating, special effects, amazing animatronics, and beloved characters are certain to create a lifetime of memories.

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New Ice Spectacular Presents Classic Disney Stories Los Angeles, Orange County, Inland Empire and Long Beach Engagement December 17-January 10. Tickets on sale November 8th

Join in the non-stop fun when Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy, bringing four magical Disney stories to the ice. This action-packed ice spectacular showcases beloved characters from Disney/Pixar’s Cars and Disney’s Tinker Bell, The Lion King and The Little Mermaid.Prior to each performance, families will be treated to the Disney Princess Pre-Show, an exclusive collection of enchanting ball gowns and mementos from the Disney Princess stories. This bonus experience is free with ticket purchase and includes a special appearance by a Disney Princess.

Produced by Feld Entertainment, Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy is performing at STAPLES Center, December 17-20; Honda Center, Anaheim, December 22-27; Citizens Business Bank Arena, Ontario; December 30- January 3; and the Long Beach Arena, January 6-10, 2010.

Audiences will thrill to high-speed stunts as Lightning McQueen, Mater and the crew of Disney/Pixar’s CARS race through Radiator Springs. Dive into The Little Mermaid’s enchanting undersea kingdom and experience the ‘Circle of Life’ with The Lion King. Then, enter into the magical world of Pixie Hollow with Tinker Bell and all her fairy friends as they make their world premiere on ice! From wheels to waves, Pride Lands to pixie dust, Favorite Disney moments come to life at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy. Dazzling skating, special effects, amazing animatronics, and beloved characters are certain to create alifetime of memories.

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The U.S. Small Business Administra�on is commi�ed to carrying out the President execu�ve order to reach faith-based and underserved communi�es with resources available for small businesses. The faith-based summit is a cri�cal component of the SBA’s and Ampac TriState CDC’s commitment to reach the three coun�es of San Bernardino, Orange and Riverside Coun�es with this educa�onal effort.

Who should a�end?For-profit business owners seeking to learn about resources and services available from the U.S. Small Business Administra�on and those seeking to learn about government contract opportuni�es to be matched with government procurement officers.

* Access to funds for growing your business

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To register or for more information, contactAmPac Tri State CDC at (909) 915-1706or visit online at: www.tristatecdc.com

Cosponsorship Authorization #08-0920-90. SBA’s participation in this cosponsorship activity is not an endorsement of the views, opinions, products or services of any cosponsor or other person or entity. All SBA programs and services are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis.

Second Annual SBA Tri-CountyFaith Based Small Business Summit

Thursday, October 8, 20097:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Ontario Conven�on Center2000 East Conven�on Center WayOntario, California 91764

Keynote SpeakerRobert Wolf* Former Undersecretary of Business, Transporta�on and housing for the state of California* Chairman, California Transporta�on Commission* Author, How to Become A Developer

Registra�on/Con�nental Breakfast/Networking 7:30 a.m.Opening Remarks-Event Overview 8:30 a.m.Concurrent Workshops 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.Lunch and Speaker 11:45 a.m.Networking & Vendor Exhibits 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

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Who is eligible?To be eligible you must be a female living in Riverside or San Bernardino County.

What is the award?Participation in “It’s Your Time: An Entrepreneurial Training Series for Women” is an intense business start-up program. Participants will attend a minimum of 10 free workshops, work individually with a business counselor, and write and present a business plan.

Who is providing the award?National Latina Business Women Association will select three graduating participants awards of $750.00 for 1st place, $500.00 for 2nd place, and $250.00 for 3rd place to assist with the launch of their new venture.

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4. Must be available to attend orientation on October 14th, 2009 from 6pm-8pm.

5. Submit the packet to Carla Ulloa through email to: [email protected], fax (909) 890-1538 or mail to 202 E. Airport Drive, Suite 155, San Bernardino, CA 92408 by Monday, September 28th, 2009 before 5pm.

How are participants selected?Judges will review all completed applications. An oral interview may be required.

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Fremont Street Experience takes Las Vegas back 40 years this summer with the “Summer of ’69:

Vegas or Bust” festival and concert series beginning Memorial Day weekend. The celebration offers tourists and residents a summer full of free concerts by major iconic bands from 1969, including The Guess Who, Blood Sweat & Tears, Rare Earth, Janis Joplin’s Original Band Big Brother & The Holding Company, The Grass Roots, Jefferson Starship, The 5th Dimension, Canned Heat and Three Dog Night. Fremont Street Experience will transform itself for the 40th anniversary of 1969 by taking visitors back to the legendary year. The “Summer of ’69: Vegas or Bust” event series kicks off Memorial Day weekend and continues 108 days through Labor Day weekend. All summer long, themed nightly entertainment will also include cover bands and tribute artists, theatrical performances with costumed entertainers, new Viva Vision shows paying tribute to the year 1969 and special guest appearances. All concerts and entertainment are free to the public. “We invite everyone to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the iconic and influential year 1969,” said Fremont Street Experience President Jeff Victor. “Fremont Street Experience is presenting an impressive line-up of major music artists from 1969 to the public at no cost. It will be a groovy summer of music, entertainment and lots of fun. With downtown Las Vegas consistently offering great deals on rooms, dining and entertainment, there is no better vacation spot to have a great time at a great value.” “Memorial Day Weekend: Celebrate & Remember” brings a military tribute to Fremont Street Experience and kicks off the “Summer of ’69: Vegas or Bust” event series. The event begins Saturday, May 23 and goes through Monday, May 25 and will honor past and current members of the military who have served the United States. Special guest performers include The Guess Who on Saturday, May 23 and Blood, Sweat & Tears on Sunday, May 24. “Vegas Groovy Cruise” drives into Fremont Street Experience Friday, June 5 until Sunday, June 7 and features classic cars plus muscle cars from 1969 on display. Rare Earth and Bill Haley’s Comets will both perform concerts on Saturday, June 6. “American Pie 4th of July” commemorates Independence Day weekend from Friday, July 3 through Sunday, July 5 and highlights Fremont Street Experience’s Viva Vision show, “Don McLean’s American Pie.” Headline concerts will feature Janis Joplin’s Original Band Big Brother & The Holding Company on Friday, July 3 and The Grass Roots on Saturday, July 4. The evening of the 4th of July will also showcase a brilliant virtual fireworks show on the Viva Vision canopy.

TRAVEL BACK IN TIME TO 1969 AS FREMONT STREET EXPERIENCE PRESENTS “SUMMER OF ’69: VEGAS OR BUST”

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Ontario Reign

Saturday, November 7th

at 7:00 pmThe Ontario Reign, The Family Thanksgiving Dinner Committee and

Inland Valley Hope Partners invite you, your family, and your friends to an

unforgettable night of exciting hockey.

On November 7th, 2009 the Ontario Reign, proud ECHL affiliate of the Los

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The Ontario Reign, The Family at 7:00 pm Thanksgiving Dinner Committee and Inland Valley Hope Partners invite you, your family, and your friends to an unforgettable night of exciting hockey.On November 7th, 2009 the OntarioReign, proud ECHL affiliate of the Los Angeles Kings, face off against the Victoria Salmon Kings and hunger. At Citizens Business Bank Arena.There will also be a Thanksgiving food drive before the game to support those in need this holiday season. Tickets are only $10. Seats are limited so act fast!

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Spotlight on Fontana Sports In a city founded on orange groves, filled with rich sports history, steel mill pioneers and economic house market boom, the quality of life is evident. From steeler pride to state of the art skate parks, this near 200, 000 population experience the sense of community through the vision set by city council and services departments committed to provide high quality leisure activities to the Fontana residents of all ages.

The City of Fontana Community Services Department Sports Division offers a variety of recreational programs designed to provide athletes with basic fundamentals, game strategy, physical fitness, education, and most importantly sportsmanship. Athletes experience a sense of teamwork promoting self-esteem regardless of their athletic skill level.

Seasonal sports are offered for all ages. Pee Wee Sports for ages 3-7 include basketball, t-ball, flag football and soccer. Youth Divisions offer flag football, basketball, roller hockey and track for ages 8-13. The teen division offers basketball and roller hockey for ages 14-17. Adult leagues are offered for ages 18 & up. Programs include basketball, soccer, volleyball, roller hockey and softball year round.

For more information please visit www.fontanasports.org or call the sports hotline @ (909) 428-8864.

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“One Giant Leap: 40th Anniversary of Moon Landing” will mark the historic event of mankind, commemorating the launch of Apollo 11 on Thursday, July 16, the landing on the moon on Monday, July 20, then splashdown back on Earth. Special “moon landing” concerts will feature Jefferson Starship on Saturday, July 18 and The 5th Dimension on Saturday, July 25. “Woodstock TributePalooza: 40th Anniversary of Woodstock” will relive that historic music festival from August 1969. Fremont Street Experience will bring the best tribute artists from around the country to Las Vegas to pay homage to Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, The Who, Joe Cocker, The Grateful Dead and others from Friday, August 14 through Sunday, August 16. They will take the crowd back to the heyday of true feel-good music. “Labor Day Weekend: End of Summer, What a Bummer Bash” will close the summer concert series the weekend of Friday, September 4 through Monday, September 7. Highlighting the weekend will be concerts by Canned Heat on Saturday, Sept. 5, and Three Dog Night on Sunday, Sept. 6. All 10 Fremont Street Experience properties (Binion’s Gambling Hall and Hotel, The California, Fitz Casino and Hotel, Four Queens Hotel & Casino, Fremont Hotel & Casino, Golden Gate Hotel &

Casino, Golden Nugget, Main Street Station Casino, Brewery & Hotel, Plaza Hotel & Casino and Vegas Club Hotel & Casino) will take part in the “Summer of ’69: Vegas or Bust” with specially themed promotions and outdoor food and drink specials. Retail shops and kiosks will also feature custom “Summer of ‘69” merchandise.

All events are free and open to the public. For complete information, go to www.vegasexperience.com/summerof69

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What a Bummer Bash” Sept. 4-7 featuring Canned Heat on Sept. 5 and Three Dog Night on Sept. 6

Fremont Street Ex-perience is a five-block entertainment complex located in historic downtown Las Vegas. Fremont Street Experience features Viva Vision, the world’s largest video screen which is 1,500 feet long, 90 feet wide and suspended 90 feet above the urban pedestrian mall. Viva Vision features nightly spectacular light and sounds shows with 12.5 million LED lights and a 550,000-watt sound system. Fremont Street Experience is a one-of-a-kind venue which includes free nightly concerts and entertainment on two stages. With direct pedestrian access to 10 casinos, more than 60 restaurants and spe-cialty retail kiosks, Fremont Street Experi-ence attracts over 17 million annual visitors. Fremont Street Experience can be found on-line at www.vegasexperience.com

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Roasting New Mexican Hatch Chiles:The Southwest’s Best Kept Secret

Authentic New Mexican Hatch Chiles are a favorite Southwestern chile. These chiles are named after the original growing area in Hatch, New Mexico. Growers say that the intense sunlight and cool nights in this valley result in a uniquely flavored chile. The valley, which stretches along the Rio Grande’s southern-most bend before crossing into Texas and Mexico, is covered with row after row of green

leafy Hatch chile plants for most of the summer. Hatch chiles are a distant parent to the Anaheim chile with a meaty flesh and mild to medium hot heat. Hatch chiles can be used in a broad range of Latin dishes. They can be easily seeded and added to soups, stews and dips or enjoyed whole when roasted with meats or stuffed with cheese. Unlike other chile

varieties, New Mexican Hatch Chiles are only available for 6 weeks each year during the months of August and September. In the Southwest, it is not uncommon to see consumers buying 30 to 40 pounds of Hatch chiles at one time due to the short growing season. Then the chiles get roasted at home or even roasted in large chile roasters outside the store to prepare them for storage. The storage of these chiles handles well in the freezer and then they can be taken out as needed for recipes.

Six exciting New Mexican Hatch Chile Roasting events are being held in front of selected Bristol Farms stores. Here are the locations, dates and times in Southern California:

September 5 & 6, 2009 Time: 10am - 4 pm

Bristol Farms, 810 Avocado Ave. Newport Beach, CA 92660 (949) 760-6514

Bristol Farms, 606 Fair Oaks Ave, South Pasadena, CA 91030, (626) 441-5450

As the providers of the New Mexican Hatch chiles, a few Melissa’s will be on hand at the roasting stations at each of the Bristol Farms select locations and will be available to help answer questions about this exciting chile variety.


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Things Are Coming Up “Juicy” For Pianist Earl R. Johnson Jr.

In what is rapidly becoming a banner year of accomplishments and accolades, internationally-known pianist/composer Earl R. Johnson Jr. won the “2009 Jazz Artist of the Year” at the recent 5th Annual South Bay (Los Angeles) Music Awards in Southern California. The talented musician was selected as one of only six Finalists to compete in the “6th Annual Capital Jazz Challenge in Columbia, MD. Johnson is a Nominee in the “Jazz Artist of the Year” category for the “19th Annual Los Angeles Music Awards”

this November at the world-famous Hollywood Palladium in Hollywood, Calif. Johnson was also nominated in the “Best Male Artist” category for the online music magazine 2009 ROCKWIRED Readers Poll. Johnson – who has received invitations to perform at two Festivals in 2010 in Melbourne, Australia -- is a Featured Artist at the 2009 Inland Empire Community Festival, taking place August 28 through 30 at the Ontario Mills Mall.JUICY (First Domain Records) is Johnson’s highly-anticipated debut CD release. Cognitive and funky, Johnson has been heralded as one of the premiere composers/bproducers of this era due to his electric, fiery performing style.JUICY is an eclectic look into the mind of this prolific producer and songwriter, taking the listener on a complete musical journey with ten original masterpieces. Earl makes the piano sing with all of the finesse and fluidity of a modern-day virtuoso; each song pulls you deeper into Johnson’s musical world, leaving its listener in high anticipation of what’s to come next. Whether listening to one of the highly-charged (virtually danceable) red-hot tracks (“That Thang”); soulful, pensive ballads (“Requiem”), or funk/jazz/r&b-tinged title track, there’s literally something for everyone on JUICY.

BILLBOARD MAGAZINE called JUICY “a tempting mix of instrumental and vocal tracks

as it skillfully shifts from smooth to funky with its shadings of R&B and hip-hop.” “Pianist Earl R. Johnson, Jr. espouses a highly rhythmic approach to contemporary jazz that keeps the bass line front and center, reverberates with hip-hop drum effects, swirls with keyboard authority and allows plenty of space for lyrical instrumental voices,” writes ALL ABOUT JAZZ. “His ethereal piano melodies allow the session to cool frequently, while rhythms heat up on occasion and surrounding forces bring tension. Thus, Johnson forces a balance that keeps his session smooth but interesting, romantic but appealing, lyrical and highly rhythmic.” National publication MUSIC CONNECTION opines, “packing a prodigious sideman resume’, Johnson spotlights himself on a collection of (mostly) instrumentals…”Juicy” is his strongest outing: silky-smooth, funky, and very danceable…bonded together by Johnson’s proficient piano, and crafted to hook the listener, the tune is a winner..each track is exceptionally recorded, with pristine piano tone.” Radio has taken to “JUICY,” with adds at Smooth Jazz Expressions (Springfield, Il); KKJZ-FM (Long Beach, CA); WEAA-FM (Baltimore, MD); WINR-FM (Houston); WERG-FM (Erie, PA); The Jazz Network (London, England); WBCX-FM (Oakwood, GA); JS108atlanta.com; JS108losangeles.com; Indie Showcase; and Awesomeradio.net (Sydney, Australia).

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DISNEY ON ICE PRESENTS WORLDS OF FANTASY COMING TO THE SOUTHLAND THIS HOLIDAY SEASON

New Ice Spectacular Presents Classic Disney Stories

Los Angeles, Orange County, Inland Empire and Long Beach Engagement December 17-January 10 Tickets on sale November 8th

LOS ANGELES, CA (August 18, 2009) —Join in the non-stop fun when Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy, bringing four magical Disney stories to the ice. This action-packed ice spectacular showcases beloved characters from Disney/Pixar’s Cars and Disney’s Tinker Bell, The Lion King and The Little Mermaid.

Prior to each performance, families will be treated to the Disney Princess Pre-Show, an exclusive collection of enchanting ball gowns and mementos from the Disney Princess stories. This bonus experience is free with ticket purchase and includes a special appearance by a Disney Princess.

Produced by Feld Entertainment, Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy is performing at STAPLES Center, December 17-20; Honda Center, Anaheim, December 22-27; Citizens Business Bank Arena, Ontario; December 30- January 3; and the Long Beach Arena, January 6-10, 2010. Audiences will thrill to high-speed stunts as Lightning McQueen, Mater and the crew of Disney/Pixar's CARS race through Radiator Springs. Dive into The Little Mermaid's enchanting undersea kingdom and experience the 'Circle of Life' with The Lion King. Then, enter into the magical world of Pixie Hollow with Tinker Bell and all her fairy friends as they make their world premiere on ice! From wheels to waves, Pride Lands to pixie dust, Favorite Disney moments come to life at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy. Dazzling skating, special effects, amazing animatronics, and beloved characters are certain to create a lifetime of memories.

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