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his month, our publication addresses allthe businesses specializing in health and

wellness. As you look at your own healthrelated issues, when something is not right

with you physically or mentally, usually youlladdress the issues head on.

If youre sick, you see your doctor; if youhave a toothache, youll make an appointmentto see your dentist; if your back is out ofalignment, youll go to your chiropractor;and if you have a medical emergency, youll goto the closest hospital or urgent care. If youdont have a specialist for your proper healthcare needs, one place to look is in your

Greater Corona Valley Chamber BusinessDirectory. Many health care providers andhealth and wellness clinics reside right herein the Corona Valley. So take the time tosearch one out that will work for you, or callthe Chamber or go to the Chamber websitefor a current listing of providers.

As your health care needs become harder tomanage as a business owner or individual,

you can look to the Chamber for keeping youup to date on all the local, state and federalhealth care regulations through our Legislative

Action Committee LAC. The LAC meets the

first Friday of the month to review currenthealth care related legislation. As thecommittee reviews these bills, they look to seeif the Chamber should support or opposethem, then forward our stands to Sacramento.

When you see an ACTION needed by theChambers LAC as an email blast, please takea minute to fill out the ACTION agenda tosend to our local legislator so they know

where we stand locally on the issues that areimportant to you.

The Chamber just isnt a great resource foryour personal health and wellness needs;the Greater Corona Valley Chamber is also

here for the health and wellness of yourbusiness. The staff has endless amounts ofinformation to help your business thrive.If you need guidance with human resourceneeds, promotional needs, marketing needsor help opening the door to someone in citygovernment, the Chamber is here for you.Throughout the year, the Chamberco-sponsors many business seminars with theEDD, local business professionals and citygovernment to assist you and your business.Many are free workshops that you need to takeadvantage of to help bring your business to thenext level.

be covered, because if youre not, it could costyou a lot in the long run.

Remember the Chamber. Its just what thedoctor ordered.

Think of your Chamber membership annualdues as the best health care insurance for

your business, and that if youre in businesswithin the Greater Corona Valley youd better

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MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIRMAN

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On the Cover

The tradition of care began as CoronaCommunity Hospital in 1933, almost 80 yearsago. Read more about whats new at CoronaRegional Medical Center on page 10.

Photos by Jim Dorsey Photography

2011 Publications Committee Jason Kimes, Chairman

Linda Carlberg Jim Dorsey Bobby SpiegelMorgan Carroll Stephanie Shapiro Casie TryonPam Cunningham

Publication Staff

Publisher BrandLand MarketingAdvertising Sales Casie TryonPrinting/Mailing Advantage Mailing

Business Monthly is owned and published by the Greater Corona Valley Chamber of Commerce, which is solely responsible forits content. It is mailed monthly to all Chamber members and to all non-member Corona, Norco and Eastvale businesses.Total circulation: 9,000 copies. For information about advertising, call the Chamber at(951) 737-3350.

Legal Opinions 18Allan Borgens Restaurant Review 21Anniversary Recognition 26New Chamber Members 26Calendar of Events 27Corona Business Archive 28Referrals 28

Feature StoriesCorona Regional Medical Center 10

Health & Wellness Guide 13

All Wellness Now 19

The Healing Powers of Yoga 20The Race to Monte Carlo: 22

BMW of Riverside Leads the Race

Mega Mixer 24

Monthly ArticlesMessage from the Chairman 1City Update 3Message from the President 4The Marketplace 5Legislative Update 6Building Business Relationships 8Long-Time Chamber Member 12

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City Updates

Norco UpdateMany cities in America cite their greenspace, aquatic facilities or soccerleagues when supporting claims ofimproving the health and well-being oftheir residents. The City of Norco hasall of those things, of course, but thecommunity known as Horsetown USAalso boasts world-class equestrianfacilities and 140 miles of horse trailsmeandering through its neighbor-hoods. You can find some joggers inNorco, but the most popular exercisein town is horseback riding.

Skeptics who havent saddled up sincesummer camp may be under the misguidedimpression that the horse is the only onegetting any exercise. But researchers andphysicians are quick to point out thathorseback riding is also a great workout forthe rider. Scientists tell us that a 155-poundindividual can burn 457 calories an hourriding his or her horse (a combination ofwalking, trotting and galloping), while walkingby foot at a moderate paceon a golfcourse, for instanceonly burns 256.And that doesnt include the calories burnedwhile feeding, grooming and cleaningup after ones horse, all of which require

physical exertion.In addition to strength, riding requiresbalance, flexibility, coordination, and stamina,not to mention good spatial perception.Clinical studies have documented moderateincreases in back, hand and abdominalstrength, as well as enhanced reflexes andstamina through riding. Dr. Jennifer Wells,a Norco chiropractor and award-winningequestrian, reports, Riding is good becauseit develops deep core and posture musclestrength. She adds, The rocking motionof riding increases lubrication and range ofmotion in the lower lumbar facet joints.

Science and medicine aside, if youve evertrotted through the hillside trails of Norco,

you know that horseback riding is good forthe soul!

Horseback riding benefits the mind as well asthe body. Among its many socio-emotional

benefits are improved self-confidence,development of patience and greater self-discipline, all of which make it a great activityfor kids. Riding can also be therapeutic forvarious disabilities, from cerebral palsy toblindness. And because it is often conductedas a group activity, riding yields countlesssocial benefits.

Because of the unique symbiotic relationshipbetween a rider and hisor her mount, horsebackriding fosters a profoundrespect for other livingcreatures. Dr. Michael

Williams of Norco EquineVeterinary Hospital rein-forces the mutual benefit,explaining, Horsebackriding is one of the fewsports or recreationalactivities in which manand animal work together.As a result, it buildsendurance and increasescardiovascular health inboth horse and rider.

Above: Corona provides skateboarders their area to enand expand their skills Corona has two locations: City at Grand and Rimpau andSantana Parkat Kellogg anOntario.

Below: 7th Annual Horsetown U.S.A,Parade of Lights and Winter FestivalSaturday, December 3, 2011Event begins at 5pm!

Each issue we feature updates submitted by the Cities we serve

Photo by Brigitte Jouxtel Photography

Wed Like to Hear from You!

The Business Monthlyis your magazine asa Chamber member.

Were on a missionto make a greatmagazine even better!

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ealth and Wellness are key elements,and a healthy business climate is truly whereour Chambers emphasis will remain. Over thepast few months we introduced a healthy wayfor businesses to expand their reach with ourChamber Discount Card program. Businessescan participate for free. Simply connect [email protected] andour partners will assist you in promoting

your business.

Helping to sustain a strong local economy isenhanced by those customers who utilize theChamber Discount Card(available on line

www.MyChamber.org or at our offices, located

at 904 E. 6th St. in Corona). For only $25 youcan enjoy discounts from several businesses,eateries and services within our region.To assist the non-profit sector, there is a fundraising component; be sure to [email protected].

Our Chamber Board of Directors hasexpanded its affinity programming to offer aDiscount Pharmacy and Medical SavingsCard. This free card is accepted at more than54,000 participating pharmacies nationwide(including most major pharmacy chains),and can be downloaded from our website.

Savings are estimated to be from 5% to 15%off the cash price for name-brand drugs andan average of 15% to 40% off generic drugs.There are no restrictions and no limits onhow many times you may use your discountprivileges. All family members and friends areeligible; you simply present your card everytime you need to fill a prescription for instantsavings. While some insurances policies maytrump the pricing discounts, we encourage

you to do your own research.

Health is crucial. Like air, we need it tobreathe and to function, especially as theeconomic climate goes through its course.

As a group of us traveled to Sacramento lastmonth, our Chamber realized that it is not ourCalifornia elected officials or those in

Washington who will make our economybetter; it is our business community workingtogether to rebuild our communities, stateand nation.

Mark your calendars now for our upcomingHealth Expo on Saturday, September 24.It will be held in conjunction with theFoundation for Family and Community Healthsannual walk. Space is limited, and weanticipate a sell out for this sunrise event!

Register online at www.MyChamber.org orcontact Denea at (951) 737-3350.

With our signature event, the Race to MonteCarlo, happening this month on July 22,now is the time to reserve your tickets for this

fun-filled evening. Visit www.MyChamber.orgfor tickets and more information.

As always, we at the Chamber are here for you.If your business could use a health check-up,feel free to give us a call or stop by the office.

MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT

Bobby Spiegel

Chamber Introduces Programs to Help Local Economy

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he Greater Corona Valley Chamber ofCommerce is opposing a statewide proposal(AB 22) which impacts private employers byunfairly restricting their ability to utilizeconsumer credit reports when makingemployment-related decisions.

Employers utilize employee credit reports toassist in the overall evaluation of an applicant.Like other pre-employment screening toolssuch as a minimum grade point average orcollege degree requirement, employee creditreports provide objective information regard-

ing an individuals past behavior or characteras an indicator of their likely future behavior.Notably, sworn police officers and financialinstitutions, which AB 22 exempts, utilizeemployee credit reports for this very purpose.

AB 22 is too drastic in its attempt to tie thehands of our local business community,stated Cynthia Schneider, Chair of theChambers Legislative Action Committee.We need reasonable solutions that help sparkeconomic development, not proposals that add

yet another burden to our local job creators,continued Schneider.

Although other states, such as Oregon andIllinois, have recently enacted legislationlimiting the use of employee credit reports,such legislation is not nearly as restrictive as

AB 22. The legislation passed in these otherstates allows employee credit reports to beutilized for any position where a credit reportis substantially job related and/or is abona fide occupational requirement.

the best person possible for a position, creditreports must remain accessible for businesses.

Log on towww.CoronaAdvocacy.biz formore information on this and other advocacyrelated items that impact the Greater Corona

Valleys regional business community.

AB 22 limits the use of credit reports to onlymanagerial positions where credit history issubstantially job related. AB 22 ignores theother numerous non-managerial positions inthe workforce where employees haveunsupervised access to employers andconsumers financial information, trade secretinformation, and assets.

The Chamber does not support any businessusing credit reports as the sole determiningfactor in the hiring process. However, as onetool available to local businesses to determine

LEGISLATIVE UPDATE

Chamber Opposes Effort to Not AllowCredit Checks in Hiring Processes

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he Greater Corona Valley Chamber ofCommerce opposes a statewide proposal(SB 568) because it threatens thousands ofmanufacturing jobs within the state and ourregion by inappropriately banning all food

vendors from using polystyrene foam foodservice containers, ignoring the numerousenvironmental benefits associated withpolystyrene products.

Furthermore, the Greater Corona ValleyChamber is concerned that SB 568 puts thefiscal burden of establishing a recycling

program on local jurisdictions at a time whenthese entities can least afford the financialcosts associated with program implementa-tion. Subsequently, industry has little, if any,control over what types of products arecollected via local recycling programs.

SB 568 creates an unfair and shortsightedrecycling mandate for just polystyrenecontainers, stated Cynthia Schneider, Chair ofthe Chambers Legislative Action Committee.Why is other take-out food packaging notsubject to the recycling mandate? Californiasbottle deposit program includes beveragespackaged in glass, aluminum and plastic a similar approach should be used whenaddressing take-out food packaging. We would

welcome a recycling discussion, provided noone material is put at a competitivedisadvantage, continued Schneider.

Corona, Norco and Eastvale restaurants,caterers, delis, and other food providers willsee their operating costs rise, as polystyrenecontainers are 2-3 times more affordable than

replacement products, which in some casesdo not perform as well, especially for very hotand cold food and beverages. This could resultin reduced worker hours, potential employeecutbacks at restaurants thatare operating on thinmargins, and higher costs forconsumers.

Hundreds of good payingmanufacturing jobs at ourcompany and companiesthroughout California that

make polystyrene containerswill be in jeopardy if this bill ispassed, stated LarryEisenhauer, Dart ContainerCorporations Corona plantmanager. Payroll andproperty taxes will diminishand goods and servicesprovided by suppliers,

vendors, and others willdecline as well. At a time whenCalifornias unemployment rateis at 11.9%, the states topfocus should be on jobcreation, not job elimination,continued Eisenhauer.

As drafted, SB 568 continuesto put jobs at risk and fallsshort environmentally becauseit remains focused on justone type of take-out foodpackaging material.

Log on towww.CoronaAdvocacy.biz formore information on this and other advocacyrelated items that impact the Greater Corona

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Chamber Working Hard To Secure Opposition toProposed Plastics Ban

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building business relationships

Corona Rotary hada record-breakingattendance at theirannualLobsterFestevent this year! Formore information onRotary International,visitwww.rotary.org.

Dr. Mark Farrar and his family celebrate with Corona CityCouncil Member Karen Spiegel at the grand opening of theAnimal

Hospital of EagleGlen, located at2279Eagle Glen Pkwy.,Ste. 108 in Corona.Contact them at(951) 340-9200foryour veterinary needs!

Right: Corona Mayor Stan Skipworth, City Council MemberKaren Spiegel and Mayor Pro Tem Eugene Montanez presentthe Gold Seal Award toFireside Bar & Grillowner BillWebb. Located at1180 El Camino Ave., Ste. 116inCorona, Firesides specialty is Italian; they also have livemusic. They can be contacted by phone at(951) 737-1100.

Left: Troy Clarke, Public Affairs Officer, Capt. Jay Kadowaki,Commanding Officer, Lt. William Schindele, Fleet LiaisonOfficer, and MSgt. Neal Chandler, Marine Corps LiaisonOfficer for Metrology Engineer Center, all joined us fromthe Naval Surface Warfare Center, Corona Division for our

Good Morning Corona Valley Salute tothe Military.

Above: UFC Gym co-founder Jim Rowley, UFC VP of Community Relations Reed Harris,UFC Hall of Famer Chuck Liddell, former UFC Champion and UFC Gym Hawaii PartnerBJ Penn, and UFC Gym SVP Adam Sedlack celebrate the grand opening of UFC Gymat470 N. McKinley St. in Corona. With over 45,000 sq. ft. of space and an octagon,this isnt your typical gym. Contact them at(951) 808-3850 or visitwww.ufcgym.comfor more information.

Above: Dr. Jon Brunelle ofCoronaPhysical Medicineproudly displayshis Chamber membership plaque withGreater Corona Valley Chamber BoardMember Mark Neely. Dr. Brunelle andhis team recently expanded theirpractice to include chiropractic,massage, acupuncture, training,a medical doctor, a nurse, and more.Visit them at1150 El Camino Ave.,Ste. 108 in Corona, or online at

www.chiropracticcorona.com.(951) 735-3553

Left: Norco Mayor Berwin Hanna and Corona Mayor StanSkipworth present certificates to Army SFC Rick Petersonat our annual Salute to the Military. Join us for ournext networking breakfast on Thursday, July 28.

Right: Audrey Turner, Executive Director of PeppermintRidge, speaks to the attendees ofGood Morning CoronaValley. For more information about sponsoring a futureGMCV breakfast, contact the chamber.

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The Corona Public LibraryFoundation unveiled theirlegacy path, where businesseand individuals can purchasa brick on the pathway tothe library, cementing theirlegacy in stone! Featured areLibrary Foundation boardmembers Joe Davis,

Gregg Hold, Leonard Enlow, Denea Breitenbucher, Susie Rawson,Yolanda Daly and Akbar Rizvi. Firefighters Peter Schumacher,Paul Miramontes, Chris Yoshioka and Jim Wagoner kneel by theCorona Firefighters Associations brick.Visitwww.cplfound.org/legacyfor more information.

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Left: New Chamber Members gathered at thebi-monthlyNew Member Reception. Join us forour next one onJuly 26at 4:30PM at the Chamber!

Right: Chamber Board Members Dean Seif, JerryWilson and Mark Neely, along with Corona CityCouncil Member Karen Spiegel, celebrate with MarkCowper ofMark Cowper Lawn and Landscapeas he expands his business in the greater CoronaValley. He can be reached at(951) 808-7676.

Above: Norco Curves owner Deanna Cotnerreceives the Gold Seal Award from NorcoMayor Pro Tem Kevin Bash at her grandopening. Visit her at2200 HamnerAve., Ste. 108 in Norco for your fitnessneeds!(951) 340-9050.

Left: Kristy McFadden, Independent Representative forSilpadaDesigns Jewelry, showcases her collection of accessories at hergrand opening ceremony. If youre looking to get something forthat special someone, contact Kristy at(951) 427-5537.

Above: Corona Mayor Pro Tem Eugene Montanez, Greater CoronaValley Chamber Chairman of the Board Chris Miller of Thomas

Miller Mortuary and Corona City Council Member Karen Spiegeljoin Dave and Linda Radcliffe at the grand opening ofRadcliffesRoyal Ribsat304 N. Main St.Stop by or call them at(951) 549-8819for your barbecuing pleasure and oldEnglish atmosphere!

Above: Corona City Council Members KarenSpiegel and Jason Scott flankAll WellnessNow owners, Dr. Zhang Xie and Dr. PeiLiang, LAc., OMD. Located at720Magnolia Ave., Ste. B3 in Corona, theDrs. offer full Chinese medicine andacupuncture services. Visit them online atwww.allwellnessnow.comand check outtheir story on page 19 of this magazine.

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ike many landmarks in our beautiful city,

Corona Regional Medical Center began

small and has grown to meet the needs

of the burgeoning community. The tradition

of care began as Corona Community

Hospital in 1933, almost 80 years ago.

In1992, it merged with Circle City Medical

Center to become Corona Regional

Medical Center. In 2004, Universal Health

Services one of the nations largest

providers of acute care and psychiatric

hospitals purchased the hospital and

is now the parent company.

The Wound Care Center, and newNeurosurgery Program and Sleep Disorder

Center will bring vital tertiary-level servicesto the community. In addition, a newEmergency Department is currently in thedesign and analysis stage, explainedKevan Metcalfe, Chief Executive Officer.What makes thesespecialized departments sovaluable to the entire GreaterCorona Valley area is, in thepast, residents often had totravel long distances to Orange County, Murietta,and greater Riverside to receive high-tech orspecialized care. The newadditions provide localresidents with a premieremedical establishment closeto home, which is especiallyvital for the treatment and

Below: Syed Bokhari, MD, InterventionalCardiologist, reviews patient images in CoronaRegionals Diagnostic Angiography Lab

Above: Kevan Metcalfe, CEO, (pictured center)discusses proposed plans for a new Emergency Roomwith Emergency Services Director, Stephanie Jones

(left) and Emergency Services Medical Director,Michael Bear, MD (right)

rehabilitation of stroke, Alzheimers,brain tumors, traumatic head injuries,

and chronic wound care. The Wound CaCenter, for example, features a hyperbachamber, significantly aiding the healingprocess for patients whose immunesystems are compromised by diabetes,

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In the constantly changing world ofhealthcare, our mission remains steadfast,Kevan concluded. We seek to be the leadingcommunity healthcare provider and partnerof choice for patients, staff and physicians.We believe we are well prepared to takehealthcare into this millennium and beyond.

Corona Regional Medical Centers twocampuses are located at 800 S. Main St.,Corona 92882, and 730 Magnolia Ave.,Corona 92879. For community outreach

programs, health information, class and tourschedules, and volunteer opportunities,check the website atwww.coronaregional.com.


infection, and lung or heart disease.Without treatment, non-healing wounds

can lead to serious infections and, possibly,the loss of a limb.

The Hospital is a 240-bed communityhospital network comprised of a 160-bedacute care hospital and an 80-bedrehabilitation campus. It is fully accreditedby The Joint Commission, employs morethan 1,100 trained healthcare workers,partners with approximately 350 physicians(independent contractors) representingmore than 40 specialties, and over 350adult and student volunteers.

As part of its community outreach, thecenter offers free Bereavement supportgroups, Bariatric weight-loss educationand access to the Baby Connection for newparents. In addition, an extraordinary array

of videos and information are all availableon the hospitals website. These cover:heart health, digestive disorders, bones,joints and muscles, brain and nerves,cancer, diabetes, fitness and exercise,food and nutrition, injuries and wounds,and mental health. Expectant parents are

welcome to enjoy a maternity tour(in English and Spanish), or attend Lamazeclasses to become familiar with theprocess of birth, hospital procedures,

the role of a labor coach, and relaxationstrategies. All aspects of pregnancy andchildbirth are thoughtfully included,even classes to help prepare siblings forthe arrival of a new baby.

Despite its growth, the medicalcenter has retained very strongties to the community:

Over 70% of its physicians havebeen in practice in the InlandEmpire for more than 10 years

49% of staff, both clinical andnon-clinical, have worked at thehospital for more than five years,many for 10 and 15 years

Right:Manuel Franco,MRI Technologist,reviews patientMRI images

71% of its professional, clinical andancillary staff live in the GreaterCorona/Norco area




including complex cases that are often beyondthe scope of general dentists. He also provides

hands-on courses to other dentists. Dr. Rossis a member of the American andInternational Colleges of Prosthodontists;

American Prosthodontic Society, and theCalifornia and American Dental Associations.He currently serves as a board member of theTri-County Dental Society, and supportsnumerous local charities, such as the CoronaHost Lions and Olive Crest.

Its difficult to imagine that these busy doctorscan find free time, but when not working and

volunteering, Dr. Lowe enjoys cooking andworking out, and Dr. Ross enjoys basketball,and singing Greek songs accompanied by his

guitar. Both enjoy traveling abroad andexperiencing different cultures and customs.

The doctors website offers free andcomprehensive information about dentalhealth and treatment for adults and children,and a full list of their impressive credentials:www.drloweandrosscorona.com.The Corona office is located at802 MagnoliaAve., #105, Corona 92879 and can becontacted by calling (951) 371-8833.

make their practice a stress-free environment.Dr. Ross philosophy is to treat each patient as

an individual. Dr. Lowes advice to parents isto refrain from using words that might causefear, such as needle, shot, or drill. She andher staff use words that are non-frightening.

When not in her office Dr. Lowe can be foundteaching students at Loma Linda and UCLAschools of dentistry, or providing many

volunteer hours for Kids In Need of Doctorsand the California Society of PediatricDentistry, where she is the current president.Dr. Lowe is a Diplomate and Fellow of the

American Board of Pediatric Dentistry and aFellow of the International College of Dentists.

Dr. Rossopoulos received his dental degreein Greece, followed by a one-year generaldentistry and a two-year prosthodonticresidency at the renowned Eastman DentalCenter in Rochester, New York. Dr. Rossjoined the faculty as a full time clinicalinstructor. In 1986, he relocated to Californiain private practice. He feels fortunate thatEastman Dental was one of the first facilitiesto introduce dental implants in the UnitedStates, since he became involved early in thespecialization. As a certified specialist he hassince treated thousands of patients of all ages,

By the time most American college studentsgraduate, they usually have teeth that are

envied around the world: perfectly aligned,gleaming white, and healthy. Genetics apart,the main reason is pediatric dentistry,from infancy through teens. Starting early is

very important, explained pediatric dentistDr. Oariona Lowe. A childs first visit shouldoccur by the first birthday, so parents canunderstand the effects of diet, thumb sucking,pacifiers, and future dental development.

For 22 years Dr. Lowe and her partner,Dr. Evangelos Rossopoulos (known asDr. Ross), have had a multi-specialty dentalpractice in Corona, offering orthodontics,prosthodontics, general and cosmetic

dentistry. Working in Corona, saidDr. Lowe, has been a rewarding andsatisfying experience. Weve developed manyprofessional and personal friendships throughthe GCV Chamber. She is a regular participantin Toastmasters.

Drs. Ross and Lowe take great pride in theirteam of associate pediatric dentists and caringoffice staff. We believe healthy smiles anda sense of confidence go hand in hand,said Dr. Ross. Patients say it is the doctorspatience and understanding of anxiety that

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Drs. Lowe and Rossopoulosby Hollie Davies

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TriCounty Eye Institute is one of the Inland Empire's most trusted names in eyecare. For more than two decades, their commitment to leading edge technologyand advanced surgical techniques are surpassed only by their dedication tohands-on quality patient care.

Medical Director, Mark Schneider, M.D. is a board certified ophthalmologist who hasbeen in practice since 1988. He has helped set the standard for eye care in theInland Empire for over 20 years and has 15 years of LASIK experience. He has beennamed one of America's Top Ophthalmologists by Consumer's Research Councilfive times. He was awarded the Intralase Pioneer Award for bladeless LASIKtechnology development in 2003 and was one of the first surgeons in the United

States to offer this next generation advanced laser technology.

As a vision correction specialist, Dr. Schneider is able to offer the vision correctionoption that is best suited for each patient. Patients are evaluated with the mostadvanced technologies. From your initial phone call through your exam or surgicalprocedure and follow-up, you will find the entire staff attentive and committed toyour success.

For the most recent advancements in laser vision correction, breakthroughs incataract care and the latest fashions in designer eye wear and prescription glasses,their family of eye care specialists are trained and qualified to help you and yourfamily enjoy a lifetime of the best possible vision.

TriCounty Eye Institute1124 S. Main St., Ste. #101

Corona, CA 92882(951) 737-6363

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WellnessGuide


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It is our goal to provide easy and fun local nutritional toolsand tips to use to promote healthy living for the wholefamily. Early nutrition education, combined with fun andsafe physical activities is one of the best ways to helpchildren learn about healthy choices and healthy eating.

The 100 Mile Club Triathlon of Health inspires kids andtheir families to incorporate the life skills they learnwhile participating in The 100 Mile Club program into

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SoCal Urology10683 Magnolia Ave., Ste. B

Riverside, CA 92505(951) 509-9000 Fax (951) 509-9499www.southerncaliforniaurologist.com

Aside from his vast experience and successful treatments,Ralph A. Highshaw, M.D., takes great pride in providing the highestquality of carea gold standard which is a staple of his practice:SoCal Urology. Dr. Highshaw emphasizes communication with hispatients at every step of treatment because their comfort andpeace of mind are his foremost concerns. As an experienced,board-certified urologist and the Chief of Surgery at CoronaRegional Medical Center, Dr. Highshaw ensures every patientof any age groupis in competent and very capable hands.

One of Dr. Highshaws priorities has always been to stay up-to-datewith the latest technologies to improve urological care. As such,SoCal Urology has acquired new devices to alleviate frequency andurge incontinence symptoms in as few as six short, in-officetreatments. Urge frequency can be addressed and treated at anyage, says Dr. Highshaw. You shouldn't let this issue affectyour life. Likewise, for prostate cancer patients, onetreatment method utilizes state-of-the-art HIFU (High IntensityFocused Ultrasound) as an effective, safe and minimally invasivetreatment. Its an exciting technology, Dr. Highshaw states,Now the side effects of curing prostate cancer are alleviatedwith a treatment that uses no scalpels and where patients maintaintheir quality of life.

Continued support and demand for service by patients havehelped SoCal Urology grow and become better than ever.Their Corona/Riverside practice has now expanded to includeoffices in Fountain Valley and Ridgecrest. Call today for anappointment at (951) 509-9000.

It is the mission of SoCal Urology to providethe best possible care to patients in a safe and comfortable

environment. SoCal Urology:

Where Youre Treated Like Family

RALPH A. HIGHSHAW, M.D.

SoCal Urologytreats the followingurologic issues:

Bladder Control Incontinence Erectile Dysfunction Impotence Infertility Sterilization Vasectomy Prostate Enlargement

(BPH) Prolapse Bladder

(Cystocele) Kidney Stones Urologic Oncology

(Prostate, Bladder,Kidney and TestesCancers)

All Wellness Now

Try it! Acupuncture Works!

Dr. Zhang Xie and Dr. Pei Liang, L.Ac., OMD

Full Chinese Medicine & Acupuncture Services: Acupuncture Massage Reflexology Herbal Remedy Cupping Gua Sha Qi Qong Infrared Lamp Energy Stone Nutrition

Dr. Zhang Xie and Dr. Pei J. Liang were both born in China. Dr. Xie received her M.D.in China in 1976. After coming to the United States, Dr. Xie and Dr. Liang received theirMasters and Doctoral Degrees in Oriental Medicine and Acupuncture. They are currentlylicensed Acupuncturists in California and certificated by several Health ProfessionalPrograms in Anti-Aging, Nutrition and Skin Care. They operated Pacific Acupuncture

Center in Dana Point, CA for 16 yearsbefore opening All Wellness Nowin Corona in May of this year.

During their 35 years of medical clinicpractice, patients not only benefitfrom their knowledge, but also theirsincere kindness, gentle character,and devotion to care.

Grand Opening Special!50% off Acupuncture & MassageFree consultation

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Massage Envy Spa2225 Eagle Glen Pkwy.

Corona, CA 92883(951) 371-ENVY (3689)

Massage Envy Spa in Corona at Eagle Glen offers two soothingways to enhance your bodys wellness; therapeutic massagesand healthy facials.

Studies show ongoing therapeutic massages can provide a varietyof health benefits, including a strengthened immune system andreduced stress, while regular facials encourage a youthfulcomplexion and improved circulation. Every person is unique sowe offer customized massages and various facials toaccommodate many different skin types.

Thats why Massage Envy Spa, the nations leading provider oftherapeutic massages and facials, developed a Wellness Programthat makes monthly massages and facials affordable. A completeline of retail products, including the world renowned Murad SkinCare products, is also available for your continued in-home care.

Massage Envy Spa has over 650 locations across the country and

conveniently located to bring professional, affordable massagesand facials to everyone.

Massage Envy Spa is open 7 days a week and offers thousandsof appointments every month. Call your nearest Corona locationto find out more and get started on your wellness today.

W I T H A C U S T O M I Z E D M A S S A G EO R M U R A D S I G N A T U R E F A C I A LSmileNOW Dental is family owned and operated by Dr. Ethel Cruz and herhusband Elmer Tolentino. Our practice is general and cosmetic dentistry centricwith a multi specialty focus: periodontics, endodontics, orthodontics, and oralsurgery. Our patients have the advantage of taking care of most dental needsin the convenience of one location. We are in-network contracted providers formost PPO insurances so our patients receive the benefit of discounted rates.Our office is well educated in the economic climate that California presentswith cutbacks in Denti-cal and Delta Dental Healthy Families.

Dr. Ethel Cruz is a Cal Poly Pomona alumni and graduated in 2003 at TuftsUniversity School of Dental Medicine in Boston, MA. She has a passion fortreating patients with aesthetics in mind. Elmer Tolentino is a Cal Poly Pomonaalumni with a Civil Engineering degree, MCSE certified technician, former ITManager of 10 years, and now a Greater Corona Valley Chamber ofCommerce Ambassador.

We thank those who have trusted us and have had the faith to refer us tofriends and family. We look forward to meeting you and being able to cater toyour needs in our family friendly practice.

SmileNOW Dental1760 W 6th Street, #100

Corona, CA 92882(951) 281-7DDS (7337)

www.smilenowdentistry.com

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tress can affect wellness. And legal problems can bring the kind of stressmost people would rather avoid. But have you ever wondered if you would pass alegal check-up? (Probably not because there are far more pleasant things to thinkabout.) Here is a business check-up list that should be reviewed at least onceevery year:

Annual Minutes This is an easy one. If your business is any type of entity,such as a corporation, limited partnership, general partnership, or limited liabilitycompany, you should document the actions of your business at least once every

year. This is referred to as corporate formalities, but it applies to all types ofbusiness organizationsnot just corporations. And its easy to complete, usuallyjust a page or two consisting of your activities over the past year (major activities),that are then approved by the governing board.

For example, a corporation will have minutes for the Board of Directors andminutes for the Shareholders. LLCs will have minutes of the Managers or Members.Partnerships can have minutes of the managing or general partner, or of all thepartners. The more you write down, and the more often you create minutes,the more likely your entity will be regarded as having met the necessary corporateformalities, which protects you from creditors of your business.

Lease Agreements If you have a lease for the property or office space in whichyour business operates, its helpful to review the lease terms at least annually.Many leases automatically implement changes each year, such as an increase inrent, a possible increase in common area charges, or a decrease of benefits to thetenant such as tenant improvement allowances. Also, many lease terms havea detailed procedure for exercising an extension to the lease term, which mayrequire written notice to the landlord anywhere from 30 days to 120 days or morein advance of the lease termination date. Therefore, reviewing the lease terms helpsensure that you will not miss an important deadline or forget an important rentincrease. It only takes a brief review of the lease to ensure you are on track.

Business Agreements As with leases, many business agreements have terms thatautomatically apply at a certain time in the future. The Agreement manyautomatically renew, or automatically terminate, without advance written notice.Or there may be changes in price that kick-in without notice. Whether theagreement is for your vendors, employees, officers, or business partners, it isimportant to review those agreements from time to time.

In fact, it never hurts to prepare an Agreement summary where you can review theterms of each Agreement in a single spreadsheet or data table. However you careto organize the information is up to you, but taking the time to review your keybusiness and employment agreements will prevent a forgotten term from surprising

you in the future.

Employee Review Many businesses neglect to perform annual reviews of theiremployees. Is it mandatory? Yes and no. In many industries annual reviews are notlegally required, but in every business they are highly recommended. An annualreview procedure helps you keep tabs on employees on a regular basis andprovides a chance to review each employees job performance, be it good, bad or

otherwise. If a dispute arises in the future, the annual review process should helpdocument any employee issues you have had in the past. If you operate without anannual employee review procedure, you do so at your own risk because you willnot have any documentation to support your actions in the event you terminatean employee.

Annual employee reviews also have a positive side in that they provide a mechanismfor you to praise and reward good employees too. Setting up a procedure for you toreview employee performance on a regular basis (and at least an annual review),

will prevent many problems down the road.

Licensing There are many businesses that require industry specific licensing,from contractors, to real estate brokers (and lawyers, doctors,dentists, financialplanners, etc.). Every business must also have a business license from the City in

which they operate. Whatever licensing your business requires, you should check-upon your licensing requirements every year and be sure that nothing has changedthat would cause the licensing to become invalid.

For example, when hiring employees, there is an obligation to purchase workerscompensation insurance. For some industries, such as general contractors, failureto have workers compensation insurance will put their licensing in danger of beingrevoked. So any changes that businesses makes over the course of the year shouldinclude a quick review of licensing requirements to be sure there are no hiddentraps that could cause the licensing to fail.

Taxes, Taxes, Taxes Every business is taxed by multiple authorities for multipletypes of tax. Many businesses work with tax professionals to ensure their incometax, use and sales tax, and employment taxes are properly reported and paid. But ofcourse there are other taxes to deal with, such as business taxes imposed by eachCity in which a business operates, property taxes imposed by the County on a busi-nesses property, and so on. Most taxing authorities make annual reporting amanda-tory requirement. But its also a good time to review what your tax liabilities are andhow best to plan for those taxes in the future. There may be changes in theway that

you conduct your business or report your income that could result in lower taxes.

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LEGAL OPINIONS

Would You Pass a Legal Checkup?by Keith Davidson

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With 35 years of experience, Dr. Zhang Xie andDr. Pei Jun Liang moved their successfulacupuncture and wellness center from Dana Pointto Corona this past May. The move was broughton by the frustration of commuting to southOrange County for 2 years, when the doctorsmoved their personal residence to Corona, and adesire to tap into a growing community here inthe Inland Empire, said Dr. Xie.

Dr. Zhang Xie is originally from China, where shereceived her Medical Degree in Internal Medicineand Geriatrics from Guangxi Medical Universityin 1976. Her Medical Degree required her to

study both Western Medicine and traditionalChinese medical treatment methods that includeacupuncture, massage, and herbal remedies.While still in China, Dr. Xie worked and taught asa clinical professor in the Guangxi MedicalUniversitys hospital. Dr. Xie immigrated to theUnited States in 1989 and received anotherDoctoral Degree in Oriental Medicine andAcupuncture from South Baylo University inGarden Grove. She became a licensed doctor in1992 and worked as a pain specialist beforeopening up her own practice with her husband,Dr. Pei Jun Liang, in 1994.

All Wellness Now offers full Chinese medicalservices such as acupuncture, massage, herbalremedies and supplements, Qi Qong, cupping,

and infrared light therapy. Dr. Xie believes thattraditional Eastern Medicine is not just a form ofalternative medicine and should be used inaddition to Western Medicine treatment methods.She says that most of her patients chiefcomplaint is pain, and that they have usedWestern medical treatments for several years,including: various pain medicines, physicaltherapy and even surgical procedures. Even afterjust one visit, Dr. Xies patients say that their painlevel has decreased significantly, many timesto a level where they are no longer taking thepain medicine that has been prescribed by aWestern doctor.

Dr. Xie is able to create such successstories through practicing Chinese medicine,

a philosophy that takes a whole body approach totreatment. Many times when a patient is seen bya Western doctor complaining of headaches, theyare prescribed conventional medications whichcan cause several side effects. That does nothappen at All Wellness Now. Dr. Xie examines herpatients and uses acupuncture or other methodsto treat the symptoms.A benefit of thesemethods is that there are no side effects. Dr. Xiesays that sometimeswhen a patientcomplains of aheadache, they mightbe experiencing blood

circulation stagnation.Acupuncture is used toalleviate symptoms byincreasing the bloodflow to the area,releasing endorphins;relief is almost instant.

Dr. Xie is not anadvocate of excludingWestern Medicinetreatments, especially inemergency situations.But, she says that formany chronic conditionslike diabetes or painfrom arthritis, naturalmethods should belooked into first.Chinese treatments canpotentially save patientsfrom a lot of pain andgrief in most cases.

All Wellness Now doesnot only treat chronicpain or acute injuries,they also offer asignature service calledAcupuncture FaceLifting. This serviceuses acupuncture toincrease collagen

production, which decreaseswrinkles and is an all-aroundanti-aging treatment. Other servicesoffered include treatments forseveral conditions such as: weightloss, smoking, infertility, high bloodpressure, insomnia, allergies andasthma, just to name a few.

There is no need to be scared of

the needles, says Dr. Xie. She onlyuses stainless steel needles that are5 times thinner than an injection

needle, as thin as a strand of hair. Many patientsare apprehensive about the needles beinginserted into their skin, but after treatment theyleave feeling relaxed and calm.

All Wellness Now is located at 720 MagnoliaAve., #B3, Corona, CA 92879 and you can reachthem at (951) 371-8888 or visit their website atwww.ALLWELLNESSNOW.com.

All Wellness Nowby Becky Rhodes


Far Left: Dr. Pei Jun Liangand Dr. Zhang Xie standin front of their new locatiin Corona.

Bottom Left: Dr. Xie gives apatient acupuntcure


22/32July 2011Read Business Monthly online atwww.MyChamber.org

Yoga is an ancient form of exercise from India. The word Yoga comesfrom yuj, an Indian word which means to bind together, to join, or tounite. It is the union of mind, body and spirit a holistic approach tophysical and mental well-being. There are many different forms ofyoga. The form that we are most familiar with in the United States iscalled Hatha Yoga. This form includes a mindful approach to exercise,which also considers diet and nutrition to be essential elements.There are many health benefits from practicing Hatha yogas systemof exercise that combines stretching and breathing with a relaxedawareness, resulting in a beautiful, toned body.

Yoga classes usually include some form of breathing technique andpossibly a meditation technique as well. Some yoga classes aredesigned purely for relaxation, but there are styles of yoga that teachyou how to move your body in new ways. Choosing one of these stylesoffers the greatest health benefits by supporting you to develop yourflexibility, strength, and balance.

When some people think of yoga, they imagine having to stretch like agymnast. That makes them worry that they're too old, unfit, or "tight"to do yoga. The truth is, you're never too old to improve your flexibility.The series of yoga poses called asanas work by safely stretchingyour muscles. This releases the lactic acid that builds up with muscleuse and causes stiffness, tension, pain, and fatigue. In addition,yoga increases the range of motion in joints and may also increaselubrication in the joints. The outcome is a sense of ease andfluidity throughout your body, which is great for people who suffer

from chronic pain associated with conditions such as arthritis.Yoga stretches not only your muscles, but all of the soft tissues ofyour body. And no matter your level of yoga, you most likely will seebenefits in a very short period of time.

Some styles of yoga, such as ashtanga andpower yoga, are more vigorous than others.Practicing one of these styles will help youimprove muscle tone. But even less vigorousstyles of yoga, such as Iyengar or hatha,which focuses on less movement and more pre-cise alignment in poses, can provide strengthand endurance benefits. Many of the poses,such as downward dog, upward dog, and theplank pose, build upper-body strength. This

becomes critical as people age.The standing poses, especially if you holdthem for several long breaths, build strengthin your hamstrings, quadriceps, and abdominalmuscles. Poses that strengthen the lower backinclude upward dog and the chair pose.When practiced correctly, nearly all posesbuild core strength in the abdominal muscles.

Because of the deep, mindful breathing thatyoga involves, lung capacity often improves. Thisin turn can improve sports performance andendurance. But yoga typically isn't focused onaerobic fitness the way running or cycling are.Taking an intense power yoga class that gets

you breathing hard in a heated room, however, can provide an aerobicbenefit. Most forms of yoga emphasize deepening andlengthening your breath. This stimulates the relaxation response the opposite of the fight-or-flight adrenaline boost of the stressresponse that many of us find ourselves suffering from.

Flexibility, strength and balance are just a few of the health benefitsthat come from practicing yoga. To find out how yoga can improve

your health, be sure to visit the Yoga Den, located at 1035 MontecitoDr., #102 in Corona. They can be reached at (951) 279-9642 orwww.yogadenhealthspa.com.

The HealingPowers of

Yogaby Becky Rhodes


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Restaurant ReviewSeven SeasAuthentic Thai Cuisine

The amazing amount of quality restaurants that have opened in

Corona continues to grow, with one of the newest being SevenSeas Authentic Thai Cuisine. This clean and inviting restaurantfeatures a large and varied array of traditional Thai dishes that areboth delicious and plentiful. The one thing I really like is theiroriginal creative dishes that set them apart from other Thairestaurants. Owner Patty Kanchana has owned other successfulrestaurants that I have had the pleasure of dining at, and for me,this is her best restaurant yet.

The appetizers are plentiful, but I highly recommend the AngelWings ($8.95), two large boneless chicken wings that are stuffedwith a variety of delicious items like black mushrooms, thin beanthread noodles and shredded carrots, then deep fried until thewings are very crispy.The multitude of flavors and textures makes

this dish quite special. A small bowl of Thai sweet & sour dippingsauce is the perfect accompaniment to this great appetizer.

Another delicious appetizer is the Thai Sausage, marinated mincedpork with herbs spices that is grilled, sliced and served with freshcabbage, peanuts, chili, ginger and lime.The Fresh Rolls ($7.95),a Vietnamese favorite, are six rice papers stuffed with shrimp,cucumbers, rice vermicelli, cilantro, basil, bean sprouts and a largegreen lettuce leaf served with a pungent peanut sauce. The rollsare refreshing, and they have lots of textures and flavors to them.

Now that you are a little full from those appetizers, lets move on tosome main entrees. The popular Crying Tiger ($12.95) featurestender and juicy pieces of marinated grilled steak served with aterrific dipping sauce consisting of soy & fish sauce, rice powder,

lime juice and chili. The dipping sauce is mildly spicy and really

goes well with the wonderful pieces of tender steak and, of course,the Jasmine rice.

Next came two other winning dishes: the Pineapple Paradise Curry($10.95) and South Seas Fried Rice ($12.95). The Curry wascomprised of a mild red curry cooked with coconut milk, chunks ofpineapple, bell peppers, tomatoes, basil and your choice of meats.I chose shrimp, which were happily swimming in the luscioussauce, with just the right amount of heat from the chili to makeyour mouth jump for joy! The Seven Seas Fried Rice ($12.95)consisted of a large portion of Jasmine rice with assorted seafood:shrimp, calamari, imitation crab, scallops, pieces of sole fish andgreen lip mussels prepared in a wok along with onions, greenonions and tomatoes. I love this rice and know you will too!

As good as all of these dishes were, my two favorite dishes werethe Pine Cone Fish ($14.95) and the Deep Fried Catfish ($10.95).The Pine Cone Fish featured a large filet of Sole that was lightlybreaded, fried, shaped like a pine cone and plated on a bed of athree flavor sauce that was sweet, tangy and mildly spicy. A freshgreen lettuce leaf was then put in the center of the fish as garnish.The fish tasted as good as it looked and the sauce was excellent.The Fried Catfish was stir fried with chili paste, bell peppers,peppercorns and fresh basil. The thick dense meat of the catfishalong with that tasty chili basil sauce was really good! I sure lovethe way the chef makes his sauces so tasty and exciting!

As you can tell from this review, I was very impressed with thefood served at Seven Seas and feel that this Thai restaurant is upthere with the very best in the Inland Empire. I will definitely becoming back here to enjoy even more delectable dishes.

Seven Seas Authentic Thai Cuisine

1525 E. Ontario Ave. / Corona, 92881

(909) 808-8811

www.sevenseasthai.com

Hours: Open daily 11am to 10pm

Price Range: $4.95 to $12.95

Thai Cuisine

Allan Borgens

Above: Assorted Appetizers Clockwise from left -Fresh Rolls, Angel Wings, and Thai Sausage

Visit FeedMe411.com for a video preview of some of thebest restaurants in the Inland Valley. You can reach Allan atwww.FeedMe411.com or call him at (909) 910-3463.Allan is the host of the Lets Dine Out Food, Travel &Entertainment radio show that airs on News Talk 590,KTIE every Saturday afternoon from 3 pm to 5 pm.

Photos courtesy of Allan Borgen

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When Tom Naso,General Manager for

BMW of Riverside, was approached tosupport the Race to Monte Carlo, he

immediately took the lead by becoming theTitle Event Sponsor, continuing a legacy ofgenerosity and support for the Chamber andthe entire community.

The Race to Monte Carlo is the GCVChambers annual signature event and BMWof Riverside has been involved year afteryear, stated Chris Miller, the ChambersChairman of the Board. We are honored tohave them participate at this exclusive level.Our theme this year is again race related,and its a natural fit for them to be with us.

Both Miller and Mayor Pro-Tem Eugene

Montanez (who oversees the underwritingand sponsorship for this event), drive BMWspurchased from BMW of Riverside, and knowfirst hand that the dealership and the

Chamber share a trait in common: The crat BMW of Riverside is a terrific team,striving to serve their clients with highestregard, remarked Miller, very similar to o

efforts at the Chamber. With Toms financiasupport, the event is on schedule to hit itsfund-raising goal, which will provideLegislative Action Outreach for the businescommunity at large, as well as additionalmember benefits.

The Race to Monte Carlo takes place onFriday, July 22, at Eagle Glen Golf Club.It is a fabulous, fun-filled evening of musicentertainment, gaming, dancing, prizes,and silent and live auctions. Each year,the food stations from the area's besteateries surpass themselves and receivesuperlative reviews from guests. In an effo

to offer more to our attendees, Steve JeffreGeneral Manager of Eagle Glen, has arrangfor a full-on jazz concert featuring Rod Piaand the Mighty Flyers. Our event will now


The Race to

Monte

Carlo

2011

BMW of Riverside

Leads the Race

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Some of the best restaurants in townwill feature their specialties:

Dos Lagos TAPS Fish House and Brewery:TAPS famous Louisiana-style Jambalaya

Miguels:Spinach enchiladas and cheese chimichangas

T.G.I Fridays:Potato skins and riblets

Citrus City Grill:Bleu cheese-filled dates

Golden China:Rice noodles and chicken chow mein,

a specialtyRA Sushi:

Viva Las Vegas rolls and various sushiLuna Modern Mexican Kitchen:

Luna de Salmon (tequila cured)Fireside Bar and Grill:

Carving station and pastaSams Club:

Variety of dessertsPhillys Best:

Following the concert, they will wrap upthe race with a victory lap of deliciousPhillys steak sandwiches

Eagle Glen:Appetizers and a final lap series of carved

prime rib and Irish potatoes

Schedule of Events

5:30 PMVIP registration, reception,and silent auction preview

6:00 PMGeneral admission,silent auction,food stations open

6:30 PMGaming, blackjack,roulette and craps

7:30 PMLive auction

8:20 PMReserved seating escortsto jazz concert

8:30 PMJazz concert begins andgaming resumes

10:00 PMConcert concludes

10:30 PMDancing in the Grill


offer something for everyone! noted MarkNeely, event Chair. We want this event to bea huge success and we are pleased to haveEagle Glen Golf Club as our partner.

Kelli Gunn of Lucas Oil, who is working withMontanez, added that additional sponsorshipopportunities are still available. Just contactthe Chamber to find out how yourorganization can be involved.

The Race to Monte Carlo is the Chambersannual fundraiser to offset its memberbenefits packages, including but not limitedto Legislative Action Outreach. A volunteerLegislative Action Committee (LAC) reviewsdocuments and proposed legislationprepared by a Chamber-hired consultant.Each month, the LAC meets and takes action including letter-writing campaigns andattending conferences with legislators toensure that the voice of business is heard.The GCV Chamber is the pulse of theeconomic growth for our region; workingdaily to help members expand and reach

new customers.With over 900 membersrepresenting 45,000 jobs, this member-drivenorganization continues to be the strong andpersistent voice of business.

Photos shown are from the 2010 Race to Monte Carlo. Photos by Kat Meezen of Focal Instincts Photography


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Our Cinco De Mayo Mega Mixerat Alvarez Lincoln / Mercury / Jaguar

in Riverside, had a great turnout!


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38-YEAR MEMBERCarls Jr. / Bernard Karcher Investments, Inc.

29-YEAR MEMBERCreative Color Printing

28-YEAR MEMBERCorona-Norco Unified School District

24-YEAR MEMBERA D V / Corona Counseling Connection

21-YEAR MEMBERPetes Road Service, Inc.

16-20 YEAR MEMBERLucas Oil Products

11-15 YEAR MEMBERSChiropractic Injury Care & Prevention NetworkCorona Public Library FoundationMichael D. Reaume Insurance Services, Inc.

6-9 YEAR MEMBERSFirst Class Events & Party RentalsInland Empire Adult Day Health Care Center, Inc.Main Street Dental GroupNatures Specialties Mfg.R C Product Development & EngineeringStang Industries, Inc.

1-5 YEAR MEMBERSAlbertson & Davidson, LLPAmerican Air PlusBen Bridge JewelerBEN-E-LECT Employer Driven BenefitsBuchanan ConstructionCalifornia Aesthetic CenterCalifornia Manufacturing Technology ConsultingCEO Business BrokerageCorona Norco Schools Educational FoundationCorona DermatologyCorona Fire Safety FoundationCostco WholesaleFirst Citizens Bank

Graebel Los Angeles MoversGresham, Savage, Nolan & Tilden,APCHampton Inn Norco/Corona NorthHidden Valley Plaza - CoronaimortgageInland Empire Asian Business AssociationJoseph Holt Plastering, Inc.Kobelco EDTI Compressors, Inc.Metropolitan Water District of So. CAMidasPlatinum Distribtion/Nasco Gourmet FoodsRiverside Workforce Dev. CenterR. T. Stevens Construction, Inc.SoCal UrologyTotal Comfort, Inc.T-Rex Truck Products, Inc.

AnniversaryRecognition New Chamber Members

Automobile DealerBrowning Dodge1983 Hamner Ave., Norco, CA 92860Steve Photopulos (888) 503-6343www.browningdcj.com

Automobile Repair & ServiceA Plus Inc.

1359 W. 6th St., Corona, CA 92882Roland Rene (951) 272-1141

Beauty Salon/Hair StylistFabulous Extensions505 Corona Mall, Ste. 101, Corona, CA 92879Robin Richard (951) 340-4500www.fabulousextentions.com

Cellular Phone Equipment/ServiceCellular World120 Hidden Valley Pkwy., Ste.A, Norco, CA 92680Ben Terry (951) 737-7791

Computer - Repair & MaintenanceOnsite Computing160 W. Foothill Pkwy., Ste. 105-29Corona, CA 92882Robert Starkman (951) 736-0962www.onsitecomputing.net

Financial Services/InvestmentsRaymond Prospero/Merrill Lynch Wealth Manager3550 Vine St., Ste. 300, Riverside, CA 92507Raymond Prospero (951) 369-3872www.fa.ml.com/raymond.prospero

Fire Protection ServiceFire Sprinkler Inspections, Inc.419 Main St., Ste. 470Huntington Beach, CA 92648Fred Ortiz (714) 376-5213www.firesprinklerinspections.net

Golf CourseCresta Verde Golf Club1295 Cresta Rd., Corona, CA 92879Michael Kim (951) 737-2255www.golfcrestaverde.com

Graphic DesignCreative By DesignP.O. Box 78524, Corona, CA 92877Kim Lewis (951) 226-5617www.creativebydesign.net

GymCurves Norco2200 Hamner Ave., Ste. 108, Norco, CA 92860Deanna Cotner (951) 340-9050

Curves Corona1411 S. Rimpau Ave., Ste. 113, Corona, CA 92879Tracie Bensiek (951) 898-1550

InsuranceState Farm Insurance250 E. Rincon St., Ste. 107, Corona, CA 92879Duke Jones (951) 261-8000www.dukejonesinsurance.com

LoansSpringleaf Financial Services

1540 Hamner Ave., Ste. 101, Norco, CA 92860Ever Ramos (951) 735-7440www.springleaffinancial.com

InsuranceLiberty Mutual Insurance3633 E Inland Empire, #500, Ontario, CA 91764

Ali Grey (951) 217-4822

Martial Arts InstructionTop Martial Arts Training9064 Pulsar Ct., Ste. C, Corona, CA 92883Herberth Castellanos (951) 277-9099www.tmattkd.com

Pet GroomingYuppie Puppies, LLC1218 Magnolia Ave., Ste. 102, Corona, CA 92881www.yuppiepuppies.net (951) 582-0690

Photographer356 StudiosCorona, CA 92881Jeanette Flores (714) 349-2304www.356studios.com

PrintingProfinish Media1501 Railroad St., Corona, CA 92880Christie Tyus (866) 398-727www.profinishmedia.com

RestaurantDominos Pizza469 Magnolia Ave. Ste. 103, Corona, CA 92882Celia Dejoraswww.dominos.com

Waba Grill1222 Magnolia Ave., Ste.106, Corona, CA 92881Eric Yu (951) 737-6688www.wabagrill.com

RetailItty Bittys Closet487 Magnolia Ave. Ste. 102, Corona, CA 92879

Angela Kohler (951) 279-7709www.ittybittyscloset.com

Unique Boutique301 Matterhorn Dr., Corona, CA 92881Kim Frank (951) 733-8475www.uniqueboutiquedressrentals.com

LEGAL OPINIONS cont.Would You Pass a Legal Checkup?

Most businesses wait until the end of the year or until tax time (March to April ifyoure reporting on a calendar-year basis) of the next year to ask these questions.Unfortunately, trying to do tax planning when your tax professional has a mountainof returns to complete and file is not very productive. Take the time now, in themiddle of the year, to discuss your tax liabilities with your tax preparer and find outif changes should be made for the coming year.

Health and Safety Some businesses must comply with stringent regulations forthe health and safety of their employees, such as OSHA requirements. But there arehealth and safety issues for every business, even those that are not directly overseenby a regulatory body such as OSHA. Every workplace has its hazards, and someprevention can go a long way to protect the health and safety of employeesandthereby protect the legal well-being of the business.

For example, having first-aid kits available in the workplace that are appropriate forthe type of dangers employees may encounter in theworkplace. Even in an office envronment, a well stocked first aid kit can be helpful to have in case an accident occu

And once safety measures are put in place, they should be checked, restocked, andinspected at least annually to ensure they are available when the need arises.

So how does your business measure up against this legal checklist? There may beother legal issues affecting your business on a regular basis, but these few items ofregular preventative maintenance will help keep your business healthy over the yearto come. Heres to the good health of your business.

Keith Davidson is a partner at Albertson & Davidson, LLP.He can be reached at(951) [email protected]

It is always advisable to consult with qualified legal counsel about yourown particular situation, in that these matters can vary substantially indegree and nature.

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Calendar of EventsEvents listed are open to the public. Call contact person before the event

to verify time and place. Some events are free, while others are not.

For a complete listing of community events, call the Chamber at

(951) 737-3350, or go to www.MyChamber.org for the latest updates.

July 4 10AMINDEPENDENCE DAY PARADELocation: Main St. in Corona (Ontario to Olive)Contact: Corona Parks & Community Services

Dept. (951) 736-2241

July 4 4-10PMFESTIVAL & FIREWORKS SHOW

Location: Santana Park598 Santana WayContact: Corona Parks & Community Services

Dept. (951) 736-2241

July 7 5PM-6PMGRAND OPENING: SOFT TOUCH DENTAL CARELocation: 1411 S. Rimpau Ave.Contact: Stephanie Orona (951) 280-0322

July 8, August 5 8PM-9AMLEGISLATIVE ACTION COMMITTEE MEETINGLocation: Greater Corona Valley Chamber,

904 E. Sixth St.Contact: Greater Corona Valley Chamber(951) 737-3350

July 11, August 8 12PM-1PMAMBASSADORS MEETINGLocation: Greater Corona Valley Chamber904 E. Sixth St.Contact: Greater Corona Valley Chamber

(951) 737-3350

July 12 5PM-6PMGRAND OPENING: CURVESLocation: 1411 S. Rimpau Ave., Ste. 113Contact: Tracie Bensiek (951) 898-1550

July 14 5PM-6PMGRAND OPENING: JERSEYS PIZZERIA & RESTAURANLocation: 1197 Magnolia Ave.Contact: Jaclyn Schmidt at (951) 279-4100

July 22 6PMTHE RACE TO MONTE CARLOCost: $95 pp / $160 couple before July 1st$125 pp / $220 couple July 1stLocation: Eagle Glen Golf Club1800 Eagle Glen Pkwy.Contact: Greater Corona Valley Chamber

(951) 737-3350Save $5 per ticket with Chamber Discount Card!

July 25 12PM-1PMCOMMUNITY SERVICES NETWORK MEETINGLocation: Greater Corona Valley Chamber904 E. Sixth St.Contact: Greater Corona Valley Chamber

(951) 737-3350

July 26 4:30PM-6PM

NEW MEMBER RECEPTIONCost: FreeLocation: Greater Corona Valley Chamber904 E. Sixth St.Contact: Greater Corona Valley Chamber

(951) 737-3350

July 27 5PM-6PMGRAND OPENING: TOP MARTIAL ARTS TRAININGLocation: 9064 Pulsar Ct., Ste. CContact: Herberth Castellanos (951) 277-9099

July 28 6:30PM-8:30AGOOD MORNING CORONA VALLEYSponsor: Leadership CoronaCost: $15 members paid 1 week prior$20 members at the door / $30 non-membersLocation: Eagle Glen Golf Club, 1800 Eagle Glen PkwContact: Greater Corona Valley Chamber

(951) 737-3350July 28 5PM-7PMGRAND OPENING: CRMC SLEEP DISORDER CENTERLocation: 800 S. Main St., 2nd floorContact: Linda Pearson (951) 736-6296

July 30 4-9PM5TH ANNUAL WOODY JOHNSON SUMMER MUSIC FECost: $2 admission, $5 unlimited ridesLocation: Fender Center, 365 N. Main St.Contact: Paul Rodriguez (951) 735-2440

November 7GREATER CORONA VALLEY GOLF CLASSICLocation: Eagle Glen Golf Club1800 Eagle Glen Pkwy.Contact: Greater Corona Valley Chamber

(951) 737-3350

July 5 5PM-6PMGRAND OPENING: SANCHEZ TACOSLocation: 430 River Rd.Contact: Tania Sanchez (951) 371-5401

July 7, 14, 21, 28 11:30AM-1PM

CHAMBER NETWORKING $OLUTIONS

Cost: $15 with RSVPLocation: Food Connection,

1750 Hamner Ave., NorcoContact: Greater Corona Valley Chamber

(951) 737-3350



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Earn $25 inChamber Dollarsand a FREE Ad inOur Magazine

Are you doing business with a

non-Chamber business? Do youhave a friend who could benefitfrom Chamber membership?Of course you do!

The Chamber is providing somemotivation for you to referpotential members:

First, when your prospect joins theChamber, your name, company andphone number will be listed inBusiness Monthly.

Second, youll receive $25 credittowards up to half of any Chamberpurchase, such as your ownmembership fees and attendance atChamber events.

Finally, when you refer fiveapplicants who become Chambermembers, youll receive a FREEone-eighth page color ad in GreaterCorona Valley Business Monthly a $480 value!

For a referral form and moreinformation about the program,call the Chamber at (951) 737-3350.

Thank you to the following membersfor referring new members:

Mark NeelyWindy Plum Farms(951) 272-9243

Nathan HernandezPaychex(951) 236-1924

July 2011Read Business Monthly online atwww.MyChamber.org

Above: And They're Off. July 25, 1966.At the sound of the gun, boys from 9 to 12 racefor the finish line 50 yards away, each straining for the coveted blue ribbon. This scene wasone of several similar ones at the Corona Recreation Department's Junior Olympics trackand field meet, held Friday afternoon in Panther Stadium at Corona High School.

Collection: Corona Daily Independent Collection. Photographer: CDI Staff.

Left: Super Girl. August 20, 1968.No strings, no wires, no hidden wings.Pamela Rogers, 10 1/2, is flying on herown. Caught in mid-dive at City Plunge,the youngster is a member of Bob White'sdiving class.Collection: Corona Daily Independent Collection.Photographer: CDI Staff.

Left: April 25, 1943.Eleanor Roosevelt and CaptainJenson visiting a patient atthe Naval Hospital (formerly theLake Norconian Club).Capt. Jenson was in charge ofthe hospital at this time.Collection: Persons PoliticsPhotograph Collection.Photographer: Lester Houck.

Right: Circa 1930s.Dr. Bernice Jameson Toddand Mrs. Lockett(school nurse),testing elementary schoolstudents for Tuberculosis.Collection: Bernice JamesonTodd Collection.Photographer: unknown.

Corona Valley

ArchiveCorona Valley business is rich with history. We share a heritage of successfounded by visionary pioneers of the past. We hope youll enjoy this lookback and look forward to a future of unlimited possibilities.

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