EL CHICANo Weekly
Vol 60, NO. 42
October 12, 2023
S an B er n a rd i n o Far m e r s M ar ke t t o S p r o u t Fr e sh , H e a lt hy Options Downtown Star ting October 17
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n a forward-looking initiative aimed at freshening up the city’s culinary landscape and catering to the flourishing downtown workforce, the City of San Bernardino has declared the commencement of a certified farmers market, starting Tuesday, October 17, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Court Street Square.
Parks and Recreation Director Lydie Gutfeld, who oversees the department organizing the market, shared her enthusiasm about the new offering, saying,
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“Bringing locally grown fruits and vegetables to our residents and employees every Tuesday is an exciting addition to Downtown San Bernardino.”
The Downtown San Bernardino Farmers Market, destined to be a recurrent event, will feature over 20 diverse vendors, each offering a luscious array of fresh, locally sourced produce alongside hot prepared food – a less common sight at typical farmers markets, yet one aligned with the city’s innovative approach towards wellness and community.
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After anticipating a positive reception, Gutfeld said, “This will be a great option for the people that work downtown. People can walk over and grab something delicious for lunch or stock up on healthy foods for home.”
Councilmember Ben Reynoso addressed this initiative’s citizen-driven momentum: “Tons of people have been asking the city about hosting a farmers market. They’ve been held at CSUSB, but there has not been one downtown for many years.” Farmers Market cont. on next pg.
IE’s Avila Brothers Set to Light Up Yaamava’s Tukut Lounge, Hometown Concert Before Directing Usher’s 2024 Super Bowl Halftime Show
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By Manny Sandoval
fter over a decade of traversing the global stage, the Grammywinning Avila Brothers are set to serenade their hometown with a pulsating live concert at Yaamava’s The Tukut Lounge on November 11th, at 9 PM.
From writing chart-toppers for Usher to fostering budding artists, IZ and Bobby Ross Avila fuse their global acumen with local roots in a much-anticipated homecoming gig, offering an intimate yet electrifying night for music enthusiasts.
IZ Avila noted, “It has been a while since we played in our hometown. It will be a night of music with friends and family and
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Bobby Ross Avila (left) and IZ Avila (right) in the studio.
all about having a good time. This show has been a long time coming, and Bobby and I are excited to play for those who could not make it out to the Las Vegas residency we did with Usher.”
The brothers, IZ and Bobby Ross Avila, renowned for producing Usher’s 2004 chart-dominating “Confessions” album and touring with him since 2009, are no strangers to the spotlight yet maintain a humble affinity for their origins. Their last performance at Yaamava was back in 2009 (when it was a ballroom and known as San Manuel Casino), alongside Usher, and the brothers were invited to play as Usher stated, “The show is in your backyard.” The upcoming concert promises a
mélange of beats and melodies, featuring hits from their self-released album, “The Mood Soundsational.” One highlight will surely be “I Want You,” a classic driven by an infectious bassline and beloved from California to New York. A sneak peek into the night reveals an eclectic set list, intertwining hits and hidden gems from their extensive catalog, punctuated by a few surprise guests expressing gratitude for the brothers’ influence and support over the years.
“We’re going to play a lot of records from our self-released album and mix it up with a couple of hits throughout the night that we produced. We’re going to have a Avila Bros cont. on next pg.