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Inland Empire Weekly Features, Lifestyle & News You Can Use!

Vol 11, NO. 34

THIS WEEK Gloria’s Corner and Words To Think About A3 & A5

Come Out This Weekend for Care 4 Kids Run A8

Marine to call Redlands home thanks to Home for Our Troops

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By Yazmin Alvarez

arine Staff Sergeant Hans Blum may not have grown up a Redlander, but in about 9 months, he’ll permanently be calling the area home.

Homes for Our Troops has started the build process of a specially adapted home for Blum after learning that his current residence is not suitable for his needs.

Blum, was conducting a Post Blast Analysis April 10, 2012 in Afghanistan when he stepped on an improvised explosive device, resulting in the amputations of both legs and damage to his left hand.

To officially welcome Blum to the community, friends, neighbors, city officials and Home for Our Troops executive director Bill Ivey gathered April 16 on the lot where his home will be built.

“It’s heartwarming to see all the support,” Blum said.

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Marine Staff Sergeant Hans Blum will have a permanent home in Redlands thanks to Home for Our Troops.

Creativity to flood Downtown Redlands for DTR Art Walk Sunday

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Redlands Community Center: Dog obedience classes begin April 25

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he Redlands Community Center’s dog obedience class, taught by dog trainer Bryan Woodward, will start April 25.

Attendees are asked to not bring dogs the to the first class.

Classes will be held Monday evenings from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The objectives are to teach dogs to sit, heel, stand and more.

Owners will learn to command loving respect from their pets through a fun and focused 10week course.

The cost for the course is $97.

Classes are held at the Redlands Community Center tennis courts on the corner of Clay Street and Lugonia Avenue. Dogs must be at least six months old.

The Redlands Community Center is located at 111 W. Lugonia Ave. For more information contact the center at 909-798-7572.

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COURTESY PHOTO/DTR ART WALK

DTR Art Walk returns to downtown Redlands Sunday with A Shop Called Quest hosting live street art.

By Yazmin Alvarez

lleyways in Downtown Redlands will be flooded with artwork Sunday for the seventh installment of the DTR Art Walk.

The community-organized event, aimed at expanding the growing art scene in Redlands— kicks off at noon throughout downtown and continues through 6 p.m.

Dozens of local and area artists

are expected to showcase their works ranging in all mediums, including spray paint art and upscaled materials.

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Redlands Mayor Paul Foster congratulate Marine Staff Sergeant Hans Blum for choosing Redlands as his permanent home.

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And why he chose Redlands — “because of the sense of community.”

“Going back to my 12-year military career, I always felt safe…,” he said. “There’s no other place but in Redlands that I feel the same way.”

The home being built for Blum will feature more than 40 major special adaptations such as

widened doorways for wheelchair access, a roll-in shower, and kitchen amenities that include pulldown shelving and lowered countertops. The home will also alleviate the mobility and safety issues associated with a traditional home, including navigating a wheelchair through narrow hallways or over thresholds, or reaching for cabinets that are too high, according to HFOT. All costs for the home will be covered by Homes for Our Troops

and its network of donors, supporters and corporate partners.

Homes for Our Troops is a nonprofit organization that builds specially adapted, mortgage-free homes nationwide for severely injured Veterans from Iraq and Afghanistan.

The community can become involved in the build project by donating time or providing monetary support.

To learn more or to help, visit www.hfotusa.org/. iecn.yazmin@gmail.com.

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Check out cartoon recreations by @iamartox Sunday at Kuddles during the DTR Art Walk in Redlands.

Live street art hosted by A Shop Called Quest will be featured along the Orange Street Alley and scheduled to appear this year is artist, Lunchbarf.

Among other highlights include Art on State Street at State Street between 5th and 6th, hosted by the Redlands Art Association and several activities for children, sponsored by the Redlands Cultural Arts Commission.

Kluddes has also joined this year’s event and will feature cartoon recreations by artist, Iamartox.

The Downtown Redlands Art Walk first launched in 2013 as an effort to build a robust art community and to stimulate small busi-

ness in an around the city’s downtown area.

The event has now expanded to include more than 100 local artists to showcase their works, and this year, more than dozens of businesses will serve as pop up galleries for the day, while others host artist receptions for their currently featured artists.

Locations for activities include: CAC’s Community Chalk Art Corner of 5th and State Street; Augie's Coffee House - 113 N. 5th St; Lemonade Stand Artist Collective at The District – 19 E. Citrus; The Vault Martini Bar – 20 E. Vine St; A.K. Smiley Public Library – 125 W. Vine St; and Bricks & Birch – 101 Cajon St. In addition to art, the event also includes live local entertainment at Ed Hales Park featuring Naive

Thieves, Maria Sweet, Sotobots, Small Spaces, Tea Green, ColeSlaw, and Dynamite Faction.

Serving up food this year will be Cheesewalla at Civic Plaza, A Pizza Co. at Ed Hales Park, and Ritual Brewing Co., Hangar 24, and Escape Craft Brewery will be pouring out beer at Ed Hales Park to wash it all down.

Admission to the DTR Art Walk is free. To learn more about scheduled artists, bands and activities visit Downtown Redlands Art Walk on Facebook, www.facebook.com/dtrartwalk. ~Yazmin Alvarez is a reporter with Inland Empire Community Newspapers and can be reached at iecn.yazmin@gmail.com.

Gloria’s Corner

Gloria Macias Harrison

Rialto Talent: The Rialto Unified School District Board of Education, Dr. Cuauhtemoc Avila and community stakeholders present the 12th Annual Putin' on the Ritz that highlights a very impressive lineup of talented students while raising funds to keep the district's arts programs in place. This program for which student must audition features students from elementary to high school level. Last year a group of parents with their students formed Folklorico dances to the delight of the audience. Performing this year are: Owen Knapper, Jr. 6th grade - Kucera Middle School; Aimee Monge, 5th grade - Simpson Elementary School; Aubrey Stevenson, 3rd grade - Fitzgerald Elementary School; Angelica Gonzales, 6th grade - Rialto Middle School; Jalen Adams, 7th grade - Kucera Middle School; Chiana Hedgeman, 12th grade, Eisenhower High School; Kiarissa Ortega, 11th grade - Eisenhower High School; Luis Vidana, 5th grade Casey Elementary School; Alyssa Edwards, 8th grade - Kolb Middle School; Jocelyn Vega, 10th grade - Carter High School; Sarah Urbieta, 6th grade - Kucera Middle School; Casey Ballet Folklorico, 3rd & 4th grade - Casey Elementary School; and Rialto Royalz (Dance Team), 8th grade - Rialto Middle School. Putin' on the Ritz is the largest fine arts student based Gala in San Bernardino and Riverside Counties. Over the past 12 years, it has raised over $420,000 to benefit students and teachers. Over 300 students have performed and shared their talent with more than 7,000 audience members. " Break a leg " everyone and I shall again be in the audience supporting this great endeavor.

Local Authors: Authors from throughout Southern California will discuss their works, sell and sign books at the Feldheym Library, 555 West 6th Street, San Bernardino from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, April 23rd.

Over 30 authors have confirmed attendance including former San Bernardino Mayor Judith Valles, School Board Chairper-

909.395.2510.

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Inland Empire Community Newspapers • April 21, 2016 • Page A3 the Ritz" at Amina Carter High School from 6 to 9 p.m. This annual program highlights the performing arts talents of students in Rialto School District while raising funds for the district's arts programs. For more information, please call (909) 820-7700 ext.

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Friday, April 22 - the San Bernardino Mayor's Office presents "State of the City Address" at the San Bernardino International Airport Domestic Terminal, 105 N. Leland Norton Way. This event Saturday, April 23 - Clean up starts at 5 p.m with a reception to Day for Little League Fields in be followed by program at 6 p.m. San Bernardino. To volunteer son Dr. Margaret Hill and Dr. To RSVP, call 909.384.5133 and/or contribute call Margaret Ernie Garcia. I'm attending to Hill at 909.991.6422 or Rachel speak with the mystery, science Friday, April 22 - EARTH Clark at 909.323.6579. fiction and children's stories au- DAY thors. Also poets and cartoonists Monday, April 25 - the Colton will be on hand to discuss their Friday, April 22 - Redlands Chamber of Commerce presents work. Local non-profit group Po- Community Hospital will host its Annual Golf Classic at the AretryIE will be doing readings dur- "Evening with the Artists" at 5:30 rowhead Country Club, 3433 ing the event. Come and meet the p.m. at the. Stan and Ellen Weisser Parkside Drive, San Bernardino. authors, it may inspire you to cre- Education Pavilion, 350 Terracina Registration starts at 8 a.m. with ate and write.

Blvd. Redlands. This event will Shotgun Start at 10 a.m. for inforshowcase local artists Jeff Skelly, mation: 909.825.2222 April is National Poetry Month Leslee Adams, Michael Bedoya, The San Bernardino Public Li- Karen Werner, and Trudy Thursday, April 28 - Habitat for brary will host poetry artist Joyce Wood. The original artwork on Humanity San Bernardino, Inc. Clarke, founder of Poetry With A display is available for purchase presents its 5th Annual Benefit Purpose is a free program in the with a percentage of the proceeds Gala The Magic of Home at the Kellogg Room of the Feldheym going to support the Redlands University of Redlands, Orton Central Library, 555 West Sixth Community Hospital Foundation Center, 1300 E. Colton Ave at 5:30 Street on Thursday, April 21 at art fund. For ticket information p.m. Featured is Illusionist Danny 4p.m. Clarke will engage children and to RSVP call 909.335.5540 or Ray and a Mortgage Retirement ages 3-13 with stories that rhyme, register online at www.redland- Ceremony. For ticket information recite familiar and new poems and shospital.org/foundation/founda- call 909.478.1176 or visit play poetry games. Kids will get to tion-special-event/online-registrati www.habitatsb.org perform and act out poems. Poetry on/default.aspx.

With A Purpose uses library books Thursday, April 28 - Arrowhead to encourage and integrate a love Friday, April 22 - Generation United Way presents the 125th Anof reading and creative expression Now presents Spirits & Arts at the niversary Celebration & Commuin children. For information on Garcia Center for the Arts, 526 nity Awards Luncheon at 11:30 this children's event call Angela West 11 Street, San Bernardino a.m. at the National Orange Show, Encinas at 909.381.8250 from 6 to 9 p.m. This event pro- 930 South Arrowhead Ave. this vides creative space, paint & sup- event will also acknowledge SB Exhibits: plies, wine (21 of age only) & United Relief Fund Donors. For Now - May 14 - the Robert and appetizers. For ticket information ticket and sponsorship information Frances Fullerton Museum of Art visit www.sbgenerationnow.com email GretchenS@ahuw.org of Cal State San Bernardino presents Time + Place: 47 Years of Art Saturday, April 23 - C.A.S.A. Friday, April 29 - the California Faculty at CSUSB. In celebration Of San Bernardino County (Court State University, San Bernardino of CSUSB's 50th Anniversary, this Appointed Special Advocates) and EOP Renaissance Scholars Proexhibit will feature the artwork of Y.A.P. (Youth Action Project of grams presents "Open the Door to more than 30 past and current fac- San Bernardino) present the 9th Opportunities" at 6 p.m. at the ulty members of the CSUSB, De- Annual Care 4 Kids Run and Com- Santos Manuel Student Union partment of Art, spanning 47 years munity Resource Fair at Glen Events Center, 5500 University of teaching and creating. For Helen Regional Park from 9 a.m. Parkway. Proceeds from this event gallery hours and parking informa- to 1 p.m. For information call benefit current foster youth pursution call 909.537.7373 or visit 909.881.6760 or visit ing higher education. For informaRAFFMA.csusb.edu www.casaofsb.org tion and tickets contact Amanda Robles at 909.537.5042 or Now - Sunday June 5 - the On- Saturday, April 23 - the Child amanda.robles@csusb.edu tario Museum of History & Art Care Resource Center in San presents Ontario Invitational Art Bernardino presents its 3rd Annual Friday, April 29 - the Inland Exhibition at 225 South Euclid Family Play Day from 10 a.m. to Empire Deuce Players and the Ave., Ontario. This free admission 1 p.m. at the Center, 1111 East Santa Fe Knights Social Club event will feature the work of An- Mill Street. Activities for this free present a Fundraiser Benefit drea Benitez, Karen Clark, event include story time, live en- Dance to support the 3rd Annual Chick Curtis, Marion Draayer, tertainment, obstacle course, free Co-Ed Softball Tournament for Linda Garcia-Dahle, Gina Law- books and reptiles.

Victims of Crime from 8 p.m. to 1 son Egan, Steven Long and David Rosales. Gallery hours are Saturday, April 23 - the Rialto noon to 4 p.m. Thursday thru Sun- School District presents "Putin on day. For information call

p.m. at Las Conchitas, 168 South E Street, San Bernardino. For information call 909.332.8774

Saturday, April 30 - the Assistance League of San Bernardino presents the 55th Annual Signature Headdress Ball, The Ballroom Blitz at the National Orange Show, 689 S. E Street, San Bernardino.

There are two performances, matinee event starting at 9:45 a.m. and an evening Gala beginning at 5:30 p.m. For sponsorship and ticket information call 909.792.8460 or 949.494.3513

Saturday, April 30 - actor Edward James Olmos, Californian State University, San Bernardino, the John M. Pfau Library, and the Santos Manuel Student Union present the 2016 Latino Book & Family Festival from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. This free event education information, entertainment, culture, food, exhibits, storytelling workshops and opportunities to meet with authors. For information call 909.537.5102 or visit www.facebook.com/IELBFF

Coming in May: Sunday, May 1 - the Kiwanis Club of Cooley Ranch presents Fourth Annual Cooley Ranch Scholarship 5K Fun/Run/Roll through Colton starting with registration at 7 a.m. at Cooley Ranch Elementary School, 1000 South Cooley Dr. Colton. 100% of the proceeds will be given as scholarships for Colton Unified School District graduating seniors. For sponsorship information call 909.685.4054 or 909.534.4541. To register online visit https://runsignup.com/Race/CA/Colton/Scho larship5KFunRunWalkRoll

Sunday, May 15 - Friends of the University of California Botanic Gardens present Primavera In The Gardens from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Botanic Gardens on campus.

This afternoon event allows participants to stroll through Alder Canyon, enjoy drinks and appetizers from local vintners, brewers & eateries while enjoying live music.

For ticket information call 951.784.6962 or visit www.gardens.ucr.edu To submit an event or info to Gloria’s Corner please email gloharrison@me.com

OPINION&LETTERS Page A4 • April 21, 2016 • Inland Empire Community Newspapers

By Anthony Victoria

A community— and this reporter—feels your grief

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y now many in the greater Inland Empire have learned of the tragic death of 12-year-old Colton sixth-grader Dominick Gallegos. In fact, the sudden passing of the youngster on the playground April 12 at Ulysses S. Grant Elementary School has the entire country and people world over taking notice.

Yet it is us here in the local community who feel the grief acutely along with the Gallegos family. So many kids went to school with Dominick. Likewise, many of these kids’ parents knew Dominick, even if it was just for a short time as when Dominick and other students played on neighborhood lawns and streets, for instance.

For a brief time, I, too, was able to get to know of Dominick intimately. Sitting as a welcomed guest in the home of his parents Charmaine and Joel last week, I was told humorous and lighthearted tales of a boy, who, by all accounts, was full of smiles and joy wherever he went. That conversation with his parents touched me to the core.

I am just a young reporter and in my training I have always been told to try to keep myself out of the story—that I should strive not to get too emotionally attached to the people I am covering. In that sense, I can understand why as it allows us as reporters to stay as objective and fair as feasibly possible in our coverage of news.

Yet, sitting there I could feel the

gut-wrenching pain Charmaine and Joel were feeling. I could see it in their eyes and sense the immense love and pride they had for their only son. As a person who has no children as of yet, I cannot truly have any idea of how the parents feel. It is never right in such a time to say to a grieving person that we know how they are feeling, even as well-meaning as the intention is.

To see the barely restrained tears and the accompanying pain and sorrow I know the Gallegos’ are feeling, gave me immense pause and sadness for their plight. If I could be permissive and even attempt to compare their grief and sorrow to my own pain of losing my younger brother, for example years ago—then, in that sense, I know of their grief.

No matter how much I could try to remove myself from such intense feelings, despite the best training, it is not possible, for we are all human. To see and feel those two parents pain sitting at that dining room table touched me immensely. I truly feel for Mr. and Mrs. Gallegos over the loss of their son—even if I cannot say that I have been exactly in their shoes.

And by extension, Dominick was Colton’s son too—how many of us in the community feel unqualified grief for the sudden and tragic loss of such a beautiful child?

This week, as the family prepares its solemn goodbye to a precious brother, son, cousin, nephew, and grandchild, please let me say that we join you—the Gallegos—in your grief. In our own ways, even if different and unique in our own experiences, we too feel your sadness, anguish, and sorrow.

I thank you Charmaine and Joel for allowing me into your home and sharing with me—and the greater community, by extension—the story of your boy’s short, but very rich, life on this earth.

Let us all wish you and your family comfort in this time of immeasurable grief. Even as any of us try to make sense of this tragedy, let us pray that God’s comfort engulfs you in your time of sorrow.

I am just a young reporter—and what do I know? However, I cannot say, that while sitting with you-Charmaine and Joel--for a few minutes, that I could sit there detached from the conversation.

How could I not feel grief with you during that hour we spent in your home? Far from it!

May you, Dominick Gallegos, rest in peace.

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On March 30, 2016, nine gentlemen from the W6VAH amateur radio club and American Legion Post 106 met for lunch at Applebee’s on Redlands Blvd. While there is nothing particularly special about a group gathering for lunch, what took place March 30 is the kind of thing that restores faith in humanity and truly touched the hearts of our group.

Members of the W6VAH club and American Legion Post 106 are proud of their country and proud of their past. As veterans serving in the Korean and Viet Nam wars these men are close friends who make it a point to continue serving their country and supporting fellow veterans through the actions of their daily lives. Every Monday-Friday they meet to conduct an amateur radio

development of our area. The major roads going to the freeway are now jamming with traffic going both to and from work.

Once on the freeway the traffic flow is even worse and the cars move even slower than the roads.

Moreover, the 10 freeway is now fully expanded and cannot be widened any further to accommodate any further influx of more cars and trucks, and the 210 freeway is jammed with traffic and is years away from full expansion, which will be futile anyway with massive new development. Besides all of the new housing development in the Inland Empire, all of the industrial property near the freeway has recently been developed with gigantic warehouses.

These warehouses are dumping freight trucks onto the freeway and further congesting traffic. Even when I go to work at 5:30 in the morning the freeways are already crowded with cars and trucks. And coming home at 6:00 pm the traffic is much slower and congested But even if we do miraculously on the 10 freeway. get a bunch of rain and break out of the drought, a more serious Enough is enough! Our roads and problem with traffic gridlock has freeways cannot accommodate occurred from widespread over- any further big residential and inI’m writing to inform and warn people in the Inland Empire about some huge housing projects now being developed in the newly annexed area of East Highland that will encompass thousands of acres and could eventually bring in tens of thousands of new residents. The reason that this is a concern is because although the project is occurring in the city of Highland, it will progressively have a burden upon all of the towns in the area, including Yucaipa, Mentone, Redlands, San Bernardino, and others.

This development will have a negative impact upon our limited and threatened water supply, which is evident now because we have been in a severe drought for several years and there is mandatory water restriction for everyone. The El Niño rain that we were hoping and praying for did not happen, and now weather officials are saying that a La Niña is replacing El Niño and it usually results in four years of drought.

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Other than the hats they wear representing the branches of military served, there is nothing of note drawing attention to this group. We certainly never expected anything like this to happen and it has never happened before, but wow, this touches our hearts and we need to say thanks!

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“net” reaching out to operators around the world; often times communicating with other veterans. Every Wednesday following their net they meet at a different location for lunch.

This past Wednesday as they dined at Applebee’s they received an incredible and very unexpected surprise when the waitress informed them that an anonymous woman had paid their entire check! Rather than bringing a bill to be paid, the waitress brought the paid slip to the table with a hand written note that read, “Thank you for your service!

Have a blessed day!” Bert, The Last U.S. Navy Bugler, is still reeling from this awesome act of kindness, and another member has not stopped sharing how touched he is by this random act of kind-

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dustrial development, and our water supply is already restricted and it may be years before we get replenished with enough rain. Officials in every city must be infatuated with development because our cities are growing exponentially and so is our road traffic and other problems.

Fortunately for the residents of Highland, a city council election is coming in November and there is an opportunity to replace incumbents with some new city council members who could serve as “slow-growth” or “no growth” representatives. Perhaps then we can stop the insanity of unchecked over-development and keeps the roads from becoming completely gridlocked and also seriously conserve our limited water supply.

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Words to Think About: The origin, the make-up and the outcome of the universe

and the discoveries of the Hubbell telescope, a plethora of information regarding our universe has attracted the attention of scientists and laymen alike.

Owen Gingerich is one of the latest authorities attempting to answer the questions described above. He is a believing Christian and an outstanding scientist.

He is a historian of science, retired from Harvard University. He is also the senior astronomer with the Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory.

Gingerich’s recent book is, “God’s Universe,” and though small in size-121 pages- is chuck full of provocative information.

Did you know, for example, that there are more stars in the universe than there are grains of sand on all of the beaches of Earth?

However, take one human brain.

By G. W. Abersold Ph.D. It has 100 billion neurons, each connected with 10,000 other neuhave an insatiable interest in rons. There are not that many the origin, the make-up and stars. All of this according to Ginthe outcome of the universe. gerich.

Since the work of Carl Sagan

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As a believing Christian he revels in the connection of God with the universe. The Psalmist says, “The heavens declare the glory of God and the firmament reveals His handiwork.”

Two great historical scientists are essential to an understanding of Gingerich, Copernicus and Einstein. He quotes them often.

Copernicus said, “So vast, without any question, is the Divine Handiwork of the Almighty Creator!”

He is convinced that science supports the view that the universe is very hospitable to the development of intelligent life. He quotes Einstein when he said, “the most beautiful experience we can have is the mysterious. Whoever does not know it and can no longer wonder, no longer marvel, is as good as dead.”

There are several prized tenets espoused by Gingerich. He affirms “the universe seems so congenially designed for the existence of intelligent, self-re-

flective life.”

Quoting Freeman Dyson, “this is a universe that knew we were coming.”

Back of all this is his affirmation of a final cause, a Creator-God. Gingerich is also an advocate that life exists on other planets.

He affirms that a hundred billion galaxies exist beyond the Milky Way. Thus he says: “How dare we think we are so special, so privileged, that intelligent life would not arise aplenty and everywhere.”

Remember. He is a world – renowned astronomer and believes that communication with aliens is a distinct possibility. He sums up this view with the words, “The probability of success is difficult to estimate, but if we never search, the chance of success is zero.”

In 1969 the Allende meteorite fell in Mexico and scientists date it at 4.6 billion years old. Gingerich ties the universe into pur-

pose and direction with man being the ultimate objective. The word he uses is teleology.

It refers to design and purpose.

The universe came into being and is so constituted as to encourage the existence of self-conscious life. That is, you and me.

Gingerich gives a most interesting interpretation as to why the Creator-if He is all powerful-allows disease, war, etc. to exist.

“This recognition suggests that in some fashion the powerful transcendence that brought the universe into being, and which sustains it, has self-imposed limitations.”

He quotes the Psalmist who said of man, “Thou hast made him a little lower than the angels and hast crowned him with glory and honor.”

It is refreshing to hear and read about an educated scientist who affirms a belief in God. Amen. Selah. So be it.

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Colton: First and third Tuesday, Orientation and training are ongo6 p.m.; 650 N. La Cadena Dr. ing. New classes start monthly. Se Highland: Second and fourth habla espanol.

Tuesday, 6 p.m.; 27215 Base Line.

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Loma Linda: Second and fourth Tuesday, 7 p.m. (check city Web site as dates are subject to change); 25541 Barton Rd. Redlands: First and third Tues- The Democratic Luncheon Club of San Bernardino meet at 12:15 day, 6 p.m.; 35 Cajon St. Rialto: Second and fourth Tues- on Fridays at Club Headquarters, 136 Carousel Mall (near the cenday, 6 p.m.; 150 S. Palm Ave. San Bernardino: First and third tral glass elevator) in San Bernardino.

Monday, 3 p.m.; 300 N. “D” St. Speaker Schedule: fternoon Delight 4/15 Gregory Clayborn, father of 12/2/15 #SBStrong victim: Dance Socials Sierra's Law to protect citizens and workers in California. From All seniors, couples and singles, Tim Prince: Our April 15 meetwelcome at free dance socials. ing (Yikes... Tax Day!) will feaOpportunity to make new friends ture Gregory Clayborn, father and remember music of our youth. of the 12/2/2015 SB mass shootJoslyn Senior Center: First and ing victim Sierra Clayborn, who second Tuesday 2 p.m., 21 Grant will advocate a law to require social media and cell phone comSt., Redlands (909) 798-7550.

Redlands Community Center: panies to turn over information Every third Friday 2 p.m., 111 Lu- that would help prevent or solve gonia Ave., Redlands (909) 798- crimes like our own tragedy at the Inland Regional Center. Join 7572. us to hear this father's idea to Highland Senior Center: Every fourth Tuesday 2 p.m., 3102 E. protect us from the next tragic Highland Ave., Highland (909) incident of gun violence or terrorism.

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County (Court Appointed Special allet Folklorico Advocates) and (Y.A.P.) Youth AcCultural Classes tion Project of San Bernardino. For more information and to register as a participant, please call (909)881Mondays 5:30-6:30 5-11yrs, 6760 or visit www.casaofsb.org.

Mondays 6:30-8:30 11-adult. No est Side Story' at the charge. 951-233-7027. Knights of California Theatre of Columbus, 740 Pennsylvania St., Colton, Ca. the Performing Arts RMC weekly "West Side Story," the classic American musical about the streets Farmer’s Market of New York and the young lovers who fought to be together, will be Wednesdays from 9 a.m. – 1 staged for two performances only p.m. in front of the hospital. Stop at 2 and 8 p.m. April 23 at San by on your lunch break for certi- Bernardino's historic California fied fresh produce and artisan Theatre of the Performing Arts, breads. ARMC partners with the 562 W. Fourth St. Produced by Southland Farmers Market Associ- Worldwide Theatricals, tickets are ation on the weekly market to help $38.50-$75, and are available promote health and wellness to the through the box office at (909) community. or 885-5152 edlands to celebrate wwww.ticketmaster.com.

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Earth Day at Ed Hales Park

Saturday, April 23 - The City of Redlands will host an Earth Day celebration from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, April 22, at Ed Hales Park, at the corner of State and Fifth streets. The free event includes electric vehicle displays, composting demonstrations, booths, giveaways, live music and a scavenger hunt. Cosponsors include Southern California Edison, Southern California Gas, Redlands Sustainability Network and the Inland Empire Resource Conservation District.

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Monday, April 25 the Colton Chamber of Commerce presents its Annual Golf Classic at the Arrowhead Country Club, 3433 Parkside Drive, San Bernardino.

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tions, with veterans from each branch of the service taking part in the festivities. Riverside resident, Rear Adm. Allen E. "Boot" Hill, a highly decorated fighter pilot who was raised in Rubidoux and attended West Riverside Elementary School, Poly High School, and Riverside Community College, will be honored as this year’s Grand Marshal. The parade committee is currently seeking sponsors, volunteers, and participants. Those that are interested in contributing to this important event are encouraged to contact Dr. Cheryl-Marie Hansberger at cmhansberger@riversideca.gov.

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Saturday, April 30 - the Assistance League of S`an Bernardino presents the 55th Annual Signature Headdress Ball, The Ballroom Blitz at the National Orange Show, 689 S. E Street, San Bernardino.

There are two performances, matinee event starting at 9:45 a.m. and an evening Gala beginning at 5:30 p.m. For sponsorship and ticket information call 909.792.8460 or 949.494.3513

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Care 4 Kids Run to raise awareness of, prevent child abuse 9th Annual Care 4 Kids Run and Community Resource Fair

By Yazmin Alvarez

wo local organizations are calling on community members to lace up their running shoes in an effort to raise awareness about child abuse prevention.

CASA of San Bernardino County — Court-appointed special advocates— and Youth Action Project of San Bernardino, are collaborating once again to host the 9th Annual Care 4 Kids Run and Community Resource Fair, from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. April 23 at Glen Helen Regional Park in San Bernardino.

The 5K run/ walk is open to children and adults and will be emceed by NBC4 reporter Tony Shin. Community resource booths, free giveaways, vendor booths and a Kids Zone offering several activities will be available.

The event, in recognition of April as Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness Month, aims to connect people to organizations, service opportunities and other resources along with highlighting issues related to foster care and preventing violence against youth.

With more than 3,400 children live in foster care in San Bernardino County, “our goal is to raise awareness about the plight of young people in (the county), issues related to foster care, liter-

When: April 23, 9 a.m. -1 p.m.

Where: Glen Helen Regional Park, 2555 Glen Helen Pkwy, San Bernardino

COURTESY PHOTO/ CASA OF SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY

The 9th annual Care 4 Kids Run is being held April 23 at Glen Helen Regional Park. The event, which includes a resource fair, is presented through a collaboration between CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) and Youth Action Project, to raise awareness of Child Abuse Awareness Month.

acy, education and community engagement. We not only bring awareness but sources to stop the violence against children and

youth,” according to CASA. “We encourage all community members to join us in walking or running, and connecting with one

COURTESY PHOTO/ CASA OF SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY

Community members are invited to take part in the 9th annual Care 4 Kids Run/Walk April 23 at Glen Helen Regional Park in San Bernardino.

COURTESY PHOTO/ CASA OF SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY

The Care 4 Kids run, hosted by CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) and Youth Action Project, aims to raise awareness of Child Abuse Awareness Month.

another for young people and their safety and health.” Registration is available the day of the event and cost is $30 for adults and $12 for children 5 – 11.

The event is being held in recognition of Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness Month

Info: 909-881-6760 or www.casaofsb.org

Glen Helen Regional Park is at 2555 Glen Helen Pkwy in San Bernardino.

To learn more or to register, call or visit 909-881-6760 www.casaofsb.org.

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San Bernardino approves lease agreement with Inland Empire Surf Soccer Club

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By Harvey M. Kahn

City of San he Bernardino approved a 10-year, $241,000 lease agreement with the Inland Empire Surf Soccer Club for use of the Blast Soccer Complex located in the city-owned Al Guhin Park. The facility faces the I-10 just below the Western Region Little League Headquarters. It is the third consecutive, 10-year agreement the city has entered with the surf soccer club.

Although the agreement began on March 1st, 2016 the first year's payment of $25,000 is not due until June 30, 2017. Payments decrease by $1,000 per year through 2026. The agreement calls for the city to pay the water bill on the 14-acre soccer complex up to a specified amount. According to the agreement, the soccer club is allowed an unlimited amount of water in 2017 and in 2018 it can use up to 38,000 hundred cubic feet of water free of charge.

It is not uncommon for a youth soccer tournament lasting three days to gross revenues that go well into five figures. The threeday San Diego Surf Soccerloco Cup held in Del Mar is said to generate more that $600,000 with another $21 million spent in the local economy as a result of the tourney. The Inland Empire Surf Soccer Club is affiliated with teams in Utah, Hawaii, Orange, San Diego, and Riverside Counties. It was once considered one of 11 Nike Premier Clubs in the country.

Alex Aldasora is listed on a city staff report as the Inland Empire Surf Soccer Club contact. Its president is Bryan Young. The director of coaches is the renown Cle Kooiman, a former professional and member of the USA Men's team. City officials said other soccer organizations were interested in the complex, but the city could not provide the names of any of those competitive bid-

Photo courtesy/REV Soccer Boosters Redlands East Valley high school soccer player of the Jonathan Garcia and his coach Ted Small are active with the Inland Empire Surf Soccer Club. REV pictured after winning 2016 CIF-Division 3 soccer championship. (Photo courtesy/REV Soccer Boosters) ders. New city manager Mark Scott did not return a call, neither did city spokesperson Monica Lagos.

The Surf should be able to cover the entire 10-year lease amount of $241,00 in short time.

In one of its Festival Tournaments, 197 teams paid $300 each to enter. They gross additional funds through camps, academies, training courses, college events, donations and sponsorships.

There are also registration fees that range from $260-$420 per player annually, serving players from U-19. Scholarships are available. The city's agreement gives the soccer club the exclusive rights for use, including the sales of alcohol. Upon city approval, it can make capital improvements and deduct it from the rent. The new agreement mandates the field to be promoted as the San Bernardino

Blast Soccer Complex.

A search of the IRS website could not locate an entity called the Inland Empire Surf Soccer Club, however its website lists its copyright as Platinum FC. A tax statement published by Charity Navigator says the Alliance FC of San Bernardino grossed $990,000 in 2014. Alliance FC is doing business as the Inland Empire Surf Soccer Club. On some financial documents it still promotes the San Bernardino Soccer Complex as the Platinum Soccer Park.

The lease agreement was authorized by former City Manager Bill Manis just before he left office. The city manger's office is to receive the annual payments through the city's parks, recreation and community services department. Past lease agreements have been conducted through the mayor's office. Ac-

cording to a city budget report dated March 21, expenditures and appropriations for the first quarter have exceeded $1 million for the care of San Bernardino city parks. Its agreement with surf soccer states the club will provide all maintenance. On its website, the Surf states it allows free over night RV parking at the soccer facility.

Inland Empire Surf officials require each of its many teams to operate under an approved budget. The Inland Empire Surf Soccer Club business model appears structured like a traditional corporation complete with mergers, contracts, and franchises.

When reached for comment Inland Empire Surf Soccer Club President Bryan Young explained the IE soccer franchise is part of the largest youth soccer organization in the nation.

Young said IE Surf offers a

number of benefits to the city including providing a positive environment for education and athletics. He said 35 of their older players are currently committed to four-year colleges.

Young said under the lease his group can sub lease the six fields at the San Bernardino Blast Soccer Complex, however alcohol would not be sold at youth tournaments.

Young said there are preliminary plans to host a national championship youth qualifier soccer tournament in San Bernardino that could attract about 200 teams and about 50,000 people who could possibly generate between $8-$10 million to the regional economy.

He said it would require the simultaneous use of the San Bernardino Soccer Complex just north of San Gorgonio High School.

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Colton Mourns Dominick Gallegos

Car Wash raises money for family of Dominick Gallegos

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By Anthony Victoria

o help Dominick Gallegos’ family with financial costs of funeral expenses, the Ken Hubbs Little League organized a Carwash on Saturday at Max Lofy field garnering hundreds of cars through the afternoon. The league garnered approximately $7,100 to help the Gallegos family.

Young baseball players scrubbed and washed the exteriors of cars in support of Dominick, whom they remember as a “great teammate and a happy kid.”

“We’re having this car wash in memory of him,” said 12-yearold Isaac Toledo, who played alongside Gallegos on the Major Division Cubs at Ken Hubbs Little League.

In the last week there has been an outpour of support from Colton community residents for the Gallegos family. On April 12, 12-year-old Dominick Gallegos collapsed and died on the grounds of U.S. Grant Elementary School.

PHOTO/ANTHONY VICTORIA Dana Vera Ibarra, the Team Mom Coordinator for Ken Hubbs Little League, said Gallegos Ken Hubbs Little League Major Division Cubs players Alex Menchaca, 11, Isaac Toledo, 12, Clemente Hernandez, 12, and Isaiah touched many players throughout Colunga, 11. the league. His tragic death sparked many of the league’s administrators to organize a fundraiser to honor his life.

“We are just one big happy family here at Ken Hubbs,” Ibarra expressed. “Many of us are tight bonded, especially during difficult moments. Dominick was an all around amazing kid, and we feel his spirit is with us here Today.”

Alex Menchaca, 11, recalls Dominick’s positive attitude, especially in tough moments.

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Clemente Hernandez, 12, helping wash a car during a fundraiser held at Ken Hubbs Little League to support the Gallegos family.

“When we had a bad game, he would try to cheer us up,” he said. “He always had a laugh and smile on his face.”

Dominick’s father, Joel, said he has been surprised by the support he has received from the community.

“We don’t consider these people friends anymore,” he said. “They are family. We can’t express enough how much this has helped us get through the process.”

On Sunday April 24 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., the Bella Tresse Salon, along with other local barbers and hair stylists, are holding a fundraising event. All proceeds will go towards the Gallegos Family. The Salon is located at 1300 East Washington Street, building number 4. For more information, contact Robert Sanchez at (909) 503-5892.

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Workforce Development youth selected for national initiative

he Colton-Redlands-Yucaipa Regional OccupaProgram tional (CRY-ROP) was one of four agencies nationwide selected by the National Collaborative on Workforce and Disability for Youth to participate in the Youth Action Council on Transition (YouthACT). YouthACT is a national initiative designed to get more youth with disabilities to partner with advocates and organizations to improve opportunities for disabled young adults. The initiative is led by the National Collaborative on Workforce and Disability (NCWD/Youth). Program funding was provided by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP).

The San Bernardino County Workforce Development Board (WDB) is a nationally recognized leader in workforce issues, and is often used as a model for other boards across the country. CRYROP, one of the San Bernardino County WDB youth service providers, now joins the national ranks on the youth perspective, serving as a testament to how the Workforce Development Board’s funded youth employment programs are making a positive impact on the lives of at-risk youth.

CRY-ROP’s YouthACT team is working with teams across the nation to discuss and plan leadership, advocacy and transitional strategies for young adults.

“I am proud to be named the adult partner for the YouthACT team out of Colton-Redlands-Yucaipa ROP. The partnerships between youth and adults that the program creates are powerful

YouthACT aims to increase positive youth-adult partnerships where young people and adults work together, share information and learn from each other. All individuals in the partnership have the opportunity to engage in planning, decision-making, and action consistent with their own interests and skills.

“It’s imperative for us to point youth in the right direction to succeed in life during their transitional years,” said James Ramos, Chairman of the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors.

“Colton Redlands Yucaipa ROP is a voice for our San Bernardino County youth community and their needs will be heard at the federal level.”

In 2016, the YouthACT team and peer leaders from CRYROP’s WDD-funded employment program will be making presentations at community and school organizations on how students with disabilities can advocate for themselves and their families, and identify short and long term plans to support personal and career goals.

“We are very proud that one of our youth service providers was

May 6 – 7, 2016 Friday, 5/6 from 6:30pm 9:15pm AND Saturday, 5/7 from 9am - 12:30pm Bring your children and grandchildren. Come and enjoy in-depth teaching

about why God's word is important. Great food & prizes!

At: Sunrise Church, Rialto (2759 N. Ayala Dr.) Cost: $35 per couple/$25 per single parent. Childcare

forces,” said Nicole Drazin, placement specialist. “As we collaborate, we are creating a new energy in our communities that will pave the way to better opportunities for transitioning youth.”

The Workforce Development Board is making efforts to gain input from youth about what they need during their transitioning years. This input helps provide the right opportunities, services, and support for this population.

Courtesy Photo The Colton-Redlands-Yucaipa (CRY-ROP) was one of four agencies selected nationwide to participate in the Youth Action Council on Transition (YouthACT), a national initiative designed to get more youth with disabilities to partner with advocates and organizations to improve their opportunities for disabled young adults. Pictured from left are Fernando Olivarez, Nicole Drazin and Branley Acevedo who represented the agency in Washington, D.C. recently. selected as one of four national cohorts to be the voice for YouthACT. This is a testament to the high caliber of our Workforce Development Board funded youth programs,” said Workforce Development Executive Director Sandy Harmsen.

Events Coming Up at Sunrise Church

is $5 per family - ages 1-10.

Get tickets online @ cripplegateproductions.com, or in the Rialto Sunrise Church office, M-F 9am5pm.

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Summer programs boost students’ education with variety of activities

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By MJ Duncan

Summer Slide” is used to describe the proven phenomenon of what happens to young minds that sit idle for three months. Parents may be thinking of family vacations or how to keep children engaged in activities, but what they may not be focusing on is how much educational ground their children could lose during the summer break, particularly when it comes to reading. UC Riverside is offering youth the opportunity to boost their education with a wide array of programs this summer from the arts to the sciences. Applications are due Tuesday, Apr. 19.

For younger children in grades 3 – 8, Expanding Horizons exposes them to creative and challenging material in the fields of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). Additionally, the two-week program will rotate students through classes such as computer programming, art and music.

Teens between the ages of 15 and 19 can participate in UCR ARTSblock’s Off the Block Video Documentary Workshop in July. They will learn the basic

skills for producing a short documentary including techniques in interviewing, storyboarding, filming and editing. Productions will be shown for friends and family on Sept. 1. Applications for this program will open May 1.

The 2016 Summer Academy offers college-level courses to high school students. The five-week program is available to incoming UCR freshmen who come from disadvantaged backgrounds and aim to pursue a career in the medical or other science-based fields.

The first session begins June 20.

To apply please visit http://summeracademy.ucr.edu For American Indian high school students in grades 8 – 11, the Gathering of the Tribes is another opportunity available over the summer. From June 19 – 26 students will participate in select college courses, personal development workshops, cultural and team building workshops, and fitness activities including a beach field trip. All students in the program will be available to UCR staff and students throughout their high school years, which will include guidance in choosing their coursework, financial aid and applying to a university.

Photo courtesy UC Riverside UC Riverside is offering elementary, middle and high school students the opportunity to explore and boost their education through a variety of programs over the summer that include coursework revolving around STEM, producing a short video documentary and enrollment in college-level courses.

Pictured are students in the Expanding Horizons program that exposes them to creative and challenging material in the science, technology, engineering and math fields. This is open to student’s aged 3 – 8.