By Robert Klimper |Staff Writer| Redlands Festival of Arts created a relaxing atmosphere with several different handmade crafts on sale for festival goers, from May 27 until the 28. The festival itself was held in between the backside of the Smiley Library and the Lincoln Memorial Shrine near downtown Redlands. “I had always dreamed of having an outdoor art festival modeled after La Jolla or La Quinta where you bring in artist, professional and otherwise for the weekend”, said Shirley Harry, Chairman of the Redlands Festival of Arts board. The event itself is put on alongside the Art in Park event in Redlands, which according to Harry, used to be held on Mother’s Day. However, … [Read more...] about Redlands Festival of Arts
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Realism and Elegance in Ink
By Nicholas Linares |Staff Writer| From classic Japanese to black & gray realism, no tattoo is too big for this ink master. Inland Empire based artist Bryan Wright, is stirring up the tattoo scene with his beautiful custom ink and one-year-old shop, Reflect Tattoo Studios. Located directly on Colton Ave. in Redlands, Wright is producing legendary masterpieces over unique canvases, paper and skin for the world to enjoy. In 2006, Wright decided to take tattooing seriously as a full-time job, converting himself into his elegant Japanese style and 3D realism. “I like big pieces, the flow and progress are important in my work,” stated Wright. Between Texas and California, … [Read more...] about Realism and Elegance in Ink
Summer Temperatures Affect Work Wardrobe Choices in Coachella Valley
By Crystal Harrell |Staff Writer from Palm Desert Campus| The Coachella concert season has ended, and with summer steadily approaching, it may be time to shift the focus away from finding festival fashion to selecting weather-friendly attire for the workplace. With temperatures known to reach upward of 110 degrees, the Coachella Valley is a literal hot spot compared to its surrounding counties. Residents often select light pieces of clothing that will better accommodate them during the stifling heat, but that is sometimes difficult to accomplish when it comes to work dress codes. Some prominent businesses in the desert community enforce dress codes for their employees that … [Read more...] about Summer Temperatures Affect Work Wardrobe Choices in Coachella Valley
Shakespeare Lives!
By Robert Klimper |Staff Writer| A Midsummer Night's Dream, a comedic Shakespearean play, brought humor, drama and a bit of magic to the stage of Blackhawk Theatre at Citrus Valley High School, from Feb. 16 until the 25th. The play was put on by the Honor Troupe at Citrus Valley High School, which is given the name due to the actors being held to a higher standard with tougher plays. A major component of A Midsummer Night's Dream is fairies in a forest casting magic and playing tricks on humans that wander into the forest. The concept of a Shakespeare play can seem like a tough task to tackle, and for some, it can be hard to interpret what is said due to the unique language the … [Read more...] about Shakespeare Lives!
Saddentines Day returns
By Robert Klimper |Staff Writer| Broken lovers and lonely hearts celebrated Saddentimes Day at Back to the Grind in Downtown Riverside on Feb. 11. Saddentimes Day was for those who had no one to share their love with, and those brokenhearted. Regardless, people involved in relationships were also welcome. The event itself has been held in different locations around the Inland Empire, initially starting at the Katz Alley in Redlands. The fourth annual event was offered free of charge and open to all ages. “Originally [Saddentimes Day] was my efforts to go against the Valentine's Day holiday, cause to be honest, to me, Valentine's Day is not a real holiday, so I thought it would … [Read more...] about Saddentines Day returns
Art, coffee and the community
By Yesica Gonzalez | Staff Writer| Weekly Open Mic night brought together young art enthusiasts in a Riverside coffee shop on Feb. 6. Every Monday night at 9 p.m., art enthusiasts explore their community through inspirational entertainment. There are various talents of performers such as singers, poets, rappers, writers and more. The Open Mic is located in downtown Riverside in the basement of the coffee shop. "I've been Back to the Grind before, I kind of knew what the ambiance was but I've never been to the open mic before," explained Jerry, a performer. "I still dig it, I'll come back," continued Jerry. On a usual day, Back to the Grind, coffee shop is just a cozy … [Read more...] about Art, coffee and the community
Prostitution is not a Choice
By Amber Childress |Staff Writer| The Inland Empire has connected with Coalition Against Sexual Exploitation (CASE) to promote more awareness about Human Sex Trafficking in San Bernardino County. CASE of San Bernardino County held their 7th annual Walk Against Human Sex Trafficking event on Jan. 28th. As these events grow, so does the awareness of sex trafficking in the Inland Empire. "The first CASE walk started in 2011 that had about 75 people, and now it has grown to two short of a thousand people," said CASE Coordinator Anne-Michelle Ellis. The people who attend the event are there to help support and raise awareness about human sex trafficking. “The goal for these … [Read more...] about Prostitution is not a Choice
Migos turns up in LA
By Yera Nanan |Staff Writer| The cheering roars of 3,000 fans is nothing new to the hip-hop trio Migos, who performed at the Belasco Theater in Los Angeles, CA on Jan. 20. After a string of successful projects, Migos released their new album Culture Jan. 27. This album will feature their current number one hit; "Bad and Boujee" including other hot singles such as "T-Shirt." The "Bad and Boujee" track has held the number one spot on the Billboard Hot 100 Chart for nine weeks straight and now holds a spot at number two behind Ed Sheeran's "Shape of You." The Migos have toured around the Greater Los Angeles area and other places in the United States to promote Culture, which … [Read more...] about Migos turns up in LA
Tacos take over Inland Empire
By Israel Ramirez |Staff Writer| Thousands of people attended the second annual I.E. Taco Festival at White Park located in Riverside's historical downtown. For $12 the festival offered a large selection of taco stands, drinks, and live performances. Organized and hosted by 99.1 KGGI, the festival invited friends and families to come out and taste the best tacos from various taquerias and restaurants around the Inland Empire while listening to live performances. Current top name recorders Lloyd, Frankie J, D.R.A.M, Los 5 and more kept the event lively with their on stage performances. People arriving throughout the day were anxious to enter the event, even with the long lines, … [Read more...] about Tacos take over Inland Empire
CC Briefs
By Erika Aguilar |Staff Writer| Oct. 22 Homeless man killed while sleeping A crash in Ocean Beach, San Diego killed a 60 year-old homeless man while he was sleeping under a tree, on Saturday morning, according to Fox 5 news. The driver was going eastbound on I-8 but in a matter of seconds, lost control of the car and ended up crashing into a tree where the man was sleeping, according to police officers. After the accident, two people helped the driver out of the car and he was taken to UCSD Medical Center for his injuries. Oct.24 A man shot seeks help from 7-11 A man was shot in the arm early Monday morning, near Highland Avenue in San Bernardino and drove to 7-Eleven … [Read more...] about CC Briefs
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