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MAGAZINE URBAN LIVING VOL. 3 ISSUE 1 SERVING THE GATEWAY TO THE INLAND EMPIRE Citizens Business Bank Arena “Get the Best Seat in the House ” The Excitement of Claremont “Fine Dining, Arts, Music & Shopping” Ontario International Airport “Convenience for Meetings & Greetings” Green Giant “Strides in Sustainability”
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M A G A Z I N EURBAN LIVING

VOL. 3 ISSUE 1

SERVING THE GATEWAY TO THE INL AND EMPIRE

Citizens Business Bank Arena “Get the Best Seat in the House ”

The Excitement of Claremont“Fine Dining, Arts, Music & Shopping”

Ontario International Airport“Convenience for Meetings & Greetings”

Green Giant “Strides in Sustainability”

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Ultimate Experience Awaits You...

No Traffi c, Convenient Pick-Up Area and No Parking Fee’s

All just with a phone call away...

www. l a w a . o r g

Imagine no more driving around in loops past the terminals and around the airport roadways!

We’re proud to announce a 24-hour Cell Phone Waiting Lot, a convenient waiting area free of charge with 100 spaces, located at 1940 E. Moore Way. Meeters and greeters can wait up to one hour in the comfort of their cars for arriving passengers.

From Interstate 10 Freeway, take the Vineyard exit. Take Vineyard Ave. south across Airport Drive and follow the road to the left as the street

name changes to E. Moore Way. Take E. Moore Way to the end of Terminal 1 and turn right into the ONT Cell Phone Waiting Lot.

ONT is one of four airports owned and operated by Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA), a Los Angeles City department that oversees an airport system in the nation’s second largest metropolitan area. The other airports owned and operated by LAWA are and Los Angeles International Airports, LA/Palmdale Regional and Van Nuys General Aviation.

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Ultimate Experience Awaits You...

Worldwide Aircraft Charter Services

Aircraft Management

Aircraft Sales and Service

Guardian Jet Center

The Gateway to the Inland Empire and the World

PremierWith our extensive and diverse portfolio of personalized services, Guardian Jet Center provides a one-stop solution resulting in ultimate customer service with seamless execution.

PrecisionYour security, schedule and safety are arranged with the personal care and attention you have come to expect from a personal concierge. Our next-generation charter aircraft are complete with advanced avionics, impeccable styling, and personalized amenities.

PerfectionYou have worked hard and made all the right decisions; your time is cherished, valued and irreplaceable. Allow Guardian Jet Center to blanket you in luxury while traveling for business or pleasure. A decision that supports your lifestyle, on demand. We have designed ourselves around knowing everything a sophisticated traveler needs and desires.

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909.605.6366 ~ www.guardian-air.com 1150 South Vineyard Ave. Ontario,CA.91761

Charter Service Provided By KMR Aviation

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insidefeatures 6 La Verne Chamber of Commerce “Goes to China”

12 LA/Ontario Int’l Airport Exhibit “Art Collectables” by Harold Johnson

22 Cardenas Insurance “Homeowners Policy Review” by Christina Cardenas

25 Impressions Gourmet Catering “Chef Rick Santana” 26 San Bernardino County “Educational Challenges Faced Head On”

28 Green Giant Ali Sahabi: Vision Balance

30 Keeping Fontana Beautiful

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Urban Living MagazineThe Heart of Southern CaliforniaVol. 3, Issue 1 Spring 2009PUBLISHERSChristina CardenasBill MartinezRobert Saiz

EDITOR Christina CardenasTeresa Vicuna

CONTRIBUTING EDITORSShirley L. SummersTeresa Vicuna

CONTRIBUTING WRITERSChristina CardenasBob JoswickTeresa VicunaErnie VilchisDamien ArrulaHarold JohnsonSteve PougnetPaul BianeChristine Villegas

ADVERTISING CO.CREATIVE UNDERGROUND

Bill Martinez - CEO

ART DIRECTOR / GRAPHIC DESIGN

Robert Saiz Jr. VIDEO CASTING / POD CASTING

Jon KawaMatthew MatsuokaWEB DESIGN / GRAPHIC DESIGN

James AmosIT DIRECTOR

Shawn Harris

MARKETING/SALESBill Martinez - West Valley Bob D. Saiz - East Valley

URBAN LIVING CORPORATE OFFICE9350 7th St., Suite BRancho Cucamonga, CA 91730909.944.5750

PRINTINGRDS Printing and Digital Graphics Center909.923.8831

PHOTOGRAPHY - Free-lancersRyan Beck - 909.980.5733Marie Bunke - 909.792.6345Robert Saiz - 909-944-5750

SUBSCRIBETo order subscriptions or reprints please email [email protected]

To advertise contact Bill Martinez 909.944.5750 or [email protected] visit our web-site at www.urbanlivingmagazine.net

Every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy in this publication. The publisher cannot accept responsibility for ad content, typographical errors or admissions. No part of this magazine may be reproduced without written consent of Urban Living Magazine.

Urban Living Magazine is not responsible for any unsolicited manuscripts, photographs or other materials. All submissions become the property of Urban Living Magazine and can not be edited, published, or otherwise used in any medium.

contents | Spring2009

Arts & Entertainment Community Hotels & Dining Dining Guide Business Citizens Business Bank Arena Official Event Calendar Green Living

For a complete listing of shops and restaurants and events in Claremont, visit Claremont Chamber of Commerce (909) 624-1681 v www.claremontchamber.org or www.ci.claremont.ca.us

ArtShopping Dining Music Fun

Weekly Farmers & Artisans Market

Sundays, 8m -1pm

Monthly 1st Friday Art Walk

5:30-8:30pm

2nd Saturday Classic Car Cruise Night

March - October 5pm-8pm

Village Venture Arts& Crafts Faire

October 24 8am-5pm

Summer Concert SeriesMondays, July 6 - Sept 7 7:30

Depot Jazz SeriesFridays, Sept. 18-Oct. 16

7:00-8:30pm

Wine WalkSeptember 14, 2009

4th of JulyAll Day Event

Holiday Promenade & Tree Lighting

December 4 5pm-9pm

Halloween CelebrationOctober 31 4pm-7pm

Claremont Folk FestivalMarch 2 9am-5pm

Taste of ClaremontApril 18 5pm-8pm

Events in Claremont25

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>> COMMUNITY

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La Verne Chamber of Commerce Sponsors a Trip to China – Community Welcome La Verne, CA

The La Verne Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a Chamber trip to China October 31, 2009.

Trip Highlights: Beijing, Tian An Men Square, The Great Wall, Lingering Gardens Suzhou, Hangzhou Yu Garden and Shanghai. This year we are offering an optional trip to Xi’an to visit the Terra Cotta Warriors. This optional trip to Xi’an is designed mainly for those who are traveling to China for the second time, as they have already visited Suzhou and Hangzhou during their first visit to China. The cost for this optional trip is $450. The cost of the trip is Double Occupancy: $1799 Single: $2249 Price includes: Roundtrip International Airfare, 5-Star or 4-Star hotel accommodations, 3meals a day, deluxe tour bus, Business Partners’ Dinner/Conference, English-speaking tour guides and Admission tickets to tourist attractions. The deadline to register is September 1, 2009. Checks should be made payable to TVCC. for more information on this trip call Brian at the Chamber at (909) 593-5265 or check out our web-site at www.LaVernechamber.org

La Verne Chamber of Commerce2078 Bonita Ave • La Verne, CA 91750

(909) 593-5265 • www.LaVernechamber.org

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>> EDUCATION

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With our extensive and diverse array of Global Luxury Concierge services, our portfolio provides a one-stop solution resulting in exclusive customer service with seamless execution.

Your schedule, time and safety along with your personel or clients needs, will be arranged with the attention you would expect from a personal concierge.

Your next-generation charter aircraft, helicopter, personal yacht or accommodations will include all of your advanced avionics, impeccable styling and personalized amenities. When it comes to business, recreation, relaxation and enjoyment you can count on Take Five Connection for your next Ultimate Experience.

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Guardian Jet Center

The Gateway to the Inland Empire and the World

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>> ARTS & ENTERTAINMENTGallery debuts in Pomona Arts In the 15-plus-year evolution of Pomona’s Arts Colony, the downtown area has seen the number of art venues rise from less than a half-dozen to more than 25. The first Second Saturday Art Walk of 2009 rings in the New Year tonight with the introduction of the latest addition to the Colony, Selkouth Gallery. Selkouth’s owner, James Nathan Bell (Nate), grew up in Chino and became a low-voltage engineer while expressing his artistic talent through photography and working part time in a tattoo shop in Orange. His interest in photography prompted Bell to start a small photography company in Newport Beach. It was working with artists in the fields of photography and tattooing where Nate saw the age-old struggle artists have with finding venues to get their art shown. “I was watching my friends work so hard to find places to sell their work just to cover the cost of materials,” Bell said. “I

wanted to create a venue and make art a larger part of my life.” And he found just the place: an arts colony filled with venues mostly operated by artists for artists, right here in downtown Pomona. “The area is really ideal,” Bell said. “Old buildings and storefronts, galleries, restaurants, shops, the Fox Theatre being renovated, and the great sense of community by all the folks who live and work in the Colony, I feel right at home.” The gallery shouldn’t be hard to find for visitors coming to Second Saturday. As patrons enter the Colony from Garey Avenue west onto Second Street, it will be the first art venue on the right hand side of the street, next to Joey’s Bar-B-Q on the corner. Selkouth is located at 119 W. Second Street. Information: myspace.com/Selkouth and www.Selkouth.com; (909) 868-9999.

For information about all 25 art venues in the Arts Colony, go to: www.pomonaartscolony.com or www.metropomona.com. A.S. Ashley is a Pomona Arts Colony artist and advocate.

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Paso Robles

Steve Carter Vineyard Manager19 years

©2008 J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines, San Jose, CA

jlohr.com

Flavor Second to none

At j. lohr, We Don’t just Take Flavor Seriously,

We Take it Personally.

Our J. Lohr Estates wines are the culmination

of 30 years of devotion to the winemaker’s art.

Much has changed in that time, but our pursuit

of quality, consistency and exceptional flavors has

never wavered. We believe every bottle expresses

our passionate, deeply felt commitment to

our vineyards, our grapes, our people.

Enjoy the fruits of our labor.

Steve PeckRed Winemaker

Jeff MeierSenior VP Winemaking24 years

Steve LohrSenior VP Planning & Development

Jerry LohrOwner & President

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>> COMMUNITYLA/ONTARIO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT EXHIBITS NEW ARTWORK FEATURING“EVERYDAY” COLLECTABLES

Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA), in partnership with the City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs, announces two new exhibits on display at LA/Ontario International Airport (ONT). The exhibits feature collections from various artists portraying how their passions for collectables influence or are incorporated into their artwork. Each exhibit consists of 12 display cases and is located in Terminals 2 and 4. Both exhibits are on display through January 4, 2009, and can be viewed by passengers on the second floor of each terminal. The exhibit, “Miniatures are BIG,” is on display in Terminal 2. The exhibit was curated by Susan Subtle Dintenfass with the help of Oakland-based architects David Weingarten and Lucia Howard. Their firm, Ace Architects, designs whimsical and eclectic buildings that range from theme parks to private homes. For more than a quarter of a century, they have been collecting miniature buildings and monuments from all over the world. Their collection now numbers 5,000 miniatures and over 130 of them are on display at ONT. Four of the display cases in this exhibit include models of structures that Ace

Architects designed. When David Weingarten is asked if Ace’s designs have been influenced by their collection, he says, “Model buildings are employed in ways similar to books, providing sources both of inspiration and instruction.” A second exhibit, also curated by Dintenfass, “Karyl Sisson: Everyday Objects d’Art,” is on display in Terminal 4. This exhibit features the collection of artist Karyl Sisson, which focuses on what used to be called “notions.” These are the fixings from women’s clothing or are worn on a woman’s actual body such as bobby pins and hairpins.Sisson has transformed these feminine objects, all of which once had a particular purpose, into original, post-functional works of art. Her innovative and unique way of presentation is precise and geometric. “My basic structures develop by interlocking the materials; no nails, no armatures and, when possible, no glue is used,” said Sisson. Everything she has created is meticulously made with attention to color and texture. Sisson makes ordinary stuff, ordinarily thrown out or tossed into a sewing box and forgotten, into artistic treasures.The purpose of the Art Exhibits Program at ONT is to educate and entertain the traveling public. Exhibits may be historic, popular, artistic, or graphic design in nature and come from museums, fine art, archives, environment, or other fields.

ONT’s $1.6 million public art program consists of works created by a diverse group of world-class artists. These works celebrate the culture, history and beauty of Southern California and symbolize travel and aviation. ONT is a medium-hub, full-service airport with commercial jet service to major U.S. cities and through service to many international destinations. ONT is located in the Inland Empire, approximately 35 miles east of downtown Los Angeles in the center of Southern California. The airport is the centerpiece of one of the fastest-growing transportation regions in the United States. ONT's service area includes a population of six million people living in San Bernardino and Riverside Counties and portions of north Orange County and east Los Angeles County. ONT is one of four airports owned and operated by LAWA, a Los Angeles City department that oversees an airport system in the nation’s second largest metropolitan area. The other airports owned and operated by LAWA are and Los Angeles International Airports, LA/Palmdale Regional and Van Nuys General Aviation.

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>> Be Part of Our Family

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Urban Living Magazine | 1

VOL. 1 ISSUE 1

M A G A Z I N E

Premier issue

urBAN LiViNG

Cultural Debut

Broadway Style Theater

Company Arrives in the

Inland Empire

Local Artist makes

A Connection With

red skelton

Online shopping

secrets

Cultural Debut

Broadway Style Theater

Company Arrives in the

Inland Empire

Local Artist makes

A Connection With

red skelton

Online shopping

secrets

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M A G A Z I N EURBAN LIVINGVOL. 2 ISSUE 2

SERVING THE GATEWAY TO THE INL AND EMPIRE

A Message to our fansLonnie Jordan founder

of the band WAR

Dr. Martin Luther King

6th Annual Unity Breakfast

Dr. Fischer State of Education Address

M A G A Z I N EURBAN LIVINGVOL. 1 ISSUE 3

Jazz Festival Comes to the Inland Empire

Mr. PrevitiBuilding the American Dream

Mark Christopher Charity Classicpresented by:

The County of San Bernardino

SERVING THE GATEWAY TO THE INL AND EMPIRE

M A G A Z I N EURBAN LIVINGVOL. 1 ISSUE 4

Delgado Brothers “A Brother’s Dream”

Marie KaneEducation Over Cotton

The Art of PerseveranceA Simple Philosophy

SERVING THE GATEWAY TO THE INL AND EMPIRE

M A G A Z I N EURBAN LIVING

VOL. 2 ISSUE 1

A Family’s Battle“Blessings from Tragedy”

“Go - Green” Preserving the Inland Empire

Chef Jorge“Catch of the Day”

SERVING THE GATEWAY TO THE INL AND EMPIRE

M A G A Z I N E

URBAN LIVINGVOL. 2 ISSUE 2

SERVING THE GATEWAY TO THE INL AND EMPIRE

Filippi Winery“Celebrating 85 Years”

Tracy Caldwell“IE has gone to the Stars”

Claremont “It’s all about Green”

Ontario, Take Cover“The Reign Is Coming”

M A G A Z I N E

URBAN LIVINGVOL. 2 ISSUE 3

SERVING THE GATEWAY TO THE INL AND EMPIRE

Poncho Sanchez“Perform’s at Citizen’s Bank Arena”

Claremont’s Packing House“Model for California Preservation ”

Fight Night at San Manuel “Boxing at it’s Best”

Expanding Minds“Townzilla & Urban Living ”

M A G A Z I N EURBAN LIVING

VOL. 2 ISSUE 4

Citizens Business Bank Arena “Grand Opening Celebration ”

Green Giants “At Large in our Communities”

Jazz comes to Claremont“Your Entertaiment & Shopping Center ”

Poncho Sanchez“Coming to Citizens Business Bank Arena”

SERVING THE GATEWAY TO THE INL AND EMPIRE

We thank our advertisers for your confidence and support. Success is built by working together!

The official Calendar Magazine for Citizens Business Bank Arena

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Lewis Library & Technology Center The goal of the Fontana Redevelopment Agency is to provide the financial resources, plan, and implement specific activities and projects designed to eliminate blight and create an economically viable, attractive urban environment in defined redevelopment project areas. Only projects that will contribute to the social, economic and fiscal

improvement of the community are selected.

In 2008, the Redevelopment Agency, through the Redevelopment and Special Projects Department, completed three largescale projects. The largest endeavor was the Lewis Library and Technology Center.

The new 93,000 square foot, $60 million regional library was designed and constructed to meet strict environmental standards with the aim of achieving a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) silver or gold rating.

Included in the design were the 330 seat Steelworkers’ Auditorium, The Dr. Martin Luther

King, Jr. Children’s Library, underground parking garage and Paul Biane Great Hall to name a few of the most prominent features.

On opening day, the City and San Bernardino County Library welcomed in excess of 10,000 people to the new pride of the civic center campus with live music, treasure hunts, roaming entertainment, information and cultural arts booths, and ongoing tours of the library. Many were given a glimpse into the new performance based cultural arts programming at Steelworkers’ Auditorium as

live performances were available throughout the day.

“For most cities, opening this many state of the art

community venues within months of each other is

unparalleled. Lucky for us, we aren’t most cities.”

“Fontana is a City that believes in preserving our past

and advancing our future. Center Stage is a remarkable

project because with it, we have achieved both.”

“Our $60 million jewel is a legacy

for generations to come.”

“A promise made is a promise kept.”

“This will be a community center unlike any other.We’re not forgetting the past or the sacrifices that were made by the residents. We are honoring it.”

“We want to make it very difficult for people to decide to

leave and very easy for others to move here. With Fontana

Park we said we want all four phases at once. Build the

whole thing.”

It’s A Great Day In Fontana...Fontana ParkThe Parks and Landscape Division of Public Works is responsible for taking the lead in the design, construction, and maintenance of new and existing parks and right-of-way landscaping. In 2008, the division completed construction of the $65 million Fontana Park at Summit Avenue and Lytle Creek.

The largest developed park in Fontana’s park system, the new park includes the Jessie Turner Health and Fitness Community Center, Aquatic Center, sports arena, dog park, Skate and BMX Park, passive play areas and 1,000 trees of varying species.

In October, the City hosted a grand opening that welcomed 30,000+ people. Guests were treated to a variety of events that included tours of the Jessie Turner Health and Fitness Community Center and the Aquatics Center, skating demonstrations at the Skate and BMX Park, canine performances in the dog park, games, and live entertainment.

While staffing at the Jessie Turner Health and Fitness Community Center and Aquatics Center are managed by the Community Services Department, a contract agreement was made with Action Park Alliance to manage the full time supervision and operation of the Fontana Park Skate and BMX Park. The agreement included a similar program at Jack Bulik Skate Park in downtown Fontana.

2009The CiTy Of fOnTana

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8045 N. Vineyard Ave. Rancho Cucamonga 909.941.0047 Open 7 days a week from 11:00-10:00This is a classic Italian Restaurant, serving Lunch and Dinner daily. Full Bar.

THE ISLAMORADA FISH COMPANY RESTAURANT7777 Victoria Gardens LaneRancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 Phone: 909-922-5500 Regular Store HoursFri-Sat 9:00 am - 12:00 am / Sun 10:00 am - 9:00 pmMon-Thur 9:00 am - 10:00 pmOne of the unique features of the Rancho Cucamonga Bass Pro Shops store will be the inclusion of a 8,900 square foot, full- service restaurant, known as the Islamorada Fish Company.

BENIHANA3760 East Inland Empire Blvd. Ontario www.bennihana.com 909.483.0937 Lunch 11:30-2:00 Dinner Mon. – Thurs. 5:00-10:00 Fri and Sat. till 11:00 Twenty Teppan tables set the stage for fun where your own personal chef prepares a meal of steak, chicken, seafood and vegetables all cooked to perfection right before your eyes. Sushi appetizers can be ordered in the dining room or a whole sushi feast can be enjoyed in the sushi bar which offers an array of creative seafood tastes. Reservations Recommended.

Cask ‘N Cleaver Steakhouse8689 9th Street 909.982.7108 Rancho Cucamonga www.claskncleaver.com Lunch M-F 11:30-2:00 Dinner M-Th 5:00-9:00 Fri & Sat 5:00-10:00 Enjoy steaks, prime-rib, seafood, fresh fish, chicken, and salad bar, served in an atmosphere of friendliness. Wine-list and full bar.

THE CELLAR195 N. Central Ave., Upland 909.946.3604 Soft lighting and warm woods set the mood in this fine-dining restaurant and night club. Full bar, nightly entertainment, large dance floor. Lunch and Dinner Daily. Reservations recommended. VIP Lounge.

CHEESECAKE FACTORY, THE12379 North Mainstreet, Rancho Cucamonga 909.463.3011 Mon – Thurs. 11:00-11:00 Fri. & Sat.11:00-12:30 Sun. 10:00-11:00 Come and enjoy more than just a cheesecake, at this unique upscale casual restaurant. With over 200 menu selections including Appetizers, Specialty Salads, Pastas, and Pizzas, as well as great steaks and chops, Fresh Fish, and Sandwiches. Serving Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Dining, a Full Bar, and Sunday Brunch.

CORNER BAGELS9635 Milliken Ave. #106, Rancho Cucamonga 909.273.1326 Corner Bagels is fun, relaxing and delicious offering a wide variety of coffees, cappuccinos and espressos and 22 varieties of flavored bagels. Lunch menu: Sandwiches using the freshest, healthy ingredients catering to your every desire. Anytime of the day - stop by - relax, eat and use internet service ABSOLUTELY FREE.DAVE AND BUSTERS4821 Mills Circle, Ontario 909.987.1557 www.daveandbusters.com Entertainment…We’ve got it. Bring your friends and family and enjoy as our restaurant serves up the highest quality food in an elegant atmosphere fit for everyone. Our exciting

menu has a full array of high quality selections. There’s something for everyone.…

KABUKI JAPANESE RESTAURANT12595 North Mainstreet, Rancho Cucamonga 909.646.8555 Sun.-Thurs. 11am-10:30 pm Fri & Sat. 11am-11pm Enjoy your lunch or dinner in an elegant, contemporary atmosphere, featuring dining rooms, patio dining, full bar and outstanding sushi bar, with ½ off prices.

KINGS FISH HOUSE12427 North Mainstreet Rancho Cucamonga 909.803.1280 Family-Friendly restaurant. Seafood selections ranging from classic to modern, Casual to upscale. For non fish lovers there is a variety of Chicken and Meats. Full Bar, outside dining available.

LUCILLE’S SMOKEHOUSE BAR-B-QUE12624 North Mainstreet, Rancho Cucamonga 909.463.7427 Sun.-Thurs. 11am-10pm Fri. & Sat. 11am-11pm Lucille’s is a place where they put savory barbecue right in front of you. Even in salads- plus all the essential appetizers, side dishes, and desserts. Live Blues on Friday and Saturday nights.

MISTY’S LOUNGE222 N. Vineyard Ave., Ontario (in the DoubleTree Hotel) 909.937.0900 Nightly entertainment 7 days a week. Featuring today’s top 40’s and music from the 70’s, 80’s, and 90’s. Happy Hour: Mon. – Fri. 4:30pm-7pm. Open: Mon. – Fri 4:30 pm to close. Sat. & Sun. 11am – close.

NEW YORK GRILL950 Ontario Mills Drive, Ontario 909.987.1928www.newyorkgrill.comThis dynamic style restaurant brings the state of New York City’s finest restaurant to the Inland Empire. This fine dining atmosphere brings a wide variety of Prime steaks, Australian Lobster, and Almond crusted Pacific Mahi-Mahi, and much more. Full bar. Nightly entertainment. Reservations recommended.

OMAKASE RESTAURANT3720 Mission Inn Ave., Riverside CA 909.788.8820traditional Japanese dining while incorporating a warm & truly unique atmosphere that is most commonly found in europe. our kitchen utilizes only local, organic & sustainable ingredients, all of which come from family farms dedicated to producing the best product possible.

ORCHID GRILL, THE429 N. Vineyard Ave., Ontario 909.937.8000 Casually Elegant atmosphere with exotic orchards that are a “must see.” A menu of delicious French and continental dishes. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily.

PANDA INN3223 East Centre Lake, Ontario 909.3902888Award wining Mandarin and Szechuan Cuisine. With the chef’s specialties including; Wok-Seared Mongolian Beef, Sweet & Pungent Chicken, Tofu and Spicy Eggplant, and Honey- Walnut Shrimp. Full bar. Reservations honored.

P.F. CHANGS CHINA BISTRO7870 Monticello Ave., Rancho Cucamonga 909.463.4095 Sun.-Thurs. 11am-11pm Fri. & Sat. 11am-12pm Founded in 1993, this contemporary and consistently outstanding restaurant has a unique

combination of Chinese cuisine, attentive service, wine, and tempting desserts all served in a stylish, high-energy bistro.

PORTER’S PRIME STEAK HOUSE222 N. Vineyard Ave. (in the Doubletree Hotel), Ontario 909.418.4808 Lunch Tue-Fri. dinner nightly. Sun. Brunch From light sides to delicious sides, from ocean fresh seafood to finely prepared Angus steaks, Porter's has an option for every palate. In addition to our choice meats. We are always pleased to offer vegetarian fare upon request. Bon apetit!

ROSA’S425 N. Vineyard Ave., Ontario 909.937.1220Mon.-Fri. 11:30-9:30 Sat. 4:30- 10:30 www.rosasitalian.com Finest Italian cuisine served in elegant, intimate surroundings. Live piano music will accompany your evening dining while you enjoy exciting, authentic Italian entrees. Reservations recommended.

SAFFRON’S CAFÉ2903 Guasti Road, Guasti 909.605.7677 This charming café will delight your senses with their heavenly baked goods from their European Bakery. The menu changes weekly, promoting creativity in the culinary arts.

SAKANA STEAK HOUSE & SUSHI BAR820 W. Foothill Blvd., Upland 909.608.1668Come and enjoy Teppan dining. Watch the chef slice and dice your meal of steak, chicken, seafood, and/or vegetables. Sushi bar. Full bar. Lunch and dinner daily.

SPAGGI’S ITALIAN GRILL1651 W. Foothill Blvd., Upland 909.579.0497This romantic setting Italian restaurant has an extensive wine list and a variety of Italy’s traditional recipes. Patio dining available. Lunch Mon.-Fri. Dinner Mon.-Sat. Reservations recommended.

THREE FORKS RESTAURANT580 W. 1st St., Claremont, CA 91711 / 888-933-6757http://www.threeforkschops.comHours:Mon.-Sat. 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. & 5:30 - 9 p.m.Fri.-Sat. 5:30 p.m. - 10 p.m. / Sun. 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.: brunch Sun. 5:30 - 9 p.m.: farmers market prix fixe supperAn upscale, yet rustic wild game and chop house restaurant with the spirit of Montana and the farm fresh produce of California. The emphasis on organic and sustainable products play a key role at The Forks. Be sure to make reservations for our Sunday brunch, as well as our, Sunday evening farmers market inspired Chef’s Supper, a four course prix fixe menu.

YARD HOUSE 12473 Mainstreet, Rancho Cucamonga 909.646.7116 Sun.-Thurs. 11am-11:30 pm Fri. & Sat. 11am-1:30 amThis upscale vibrant restaurant is great for everyone.

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February:ATA Regional Taekwondo TournamentDate: 2/21/2009Registration RequiredContact: (800) 455-5755 opt. 2

Inland Empire Woman’s Business Centerwww.lewbc.orgFebruary Classes:Title: Legal Forms of OrganizationDate: Wednesday, February 18th, 2009Time: 6pm – 8pm Cost: $15.00 on-line $20.00 at doorLocation: 202 E. Airport Drive, Suite 155 San Bernardino, CA 92410

March:

City of Ontario22nd Annual Tot OlympicsDate: 3/4/2009Location: De Anza Park (Soccer Fields) 1405 S. Fern Ave. Ontario, CATime: Check-in 9:45 AM; Event 10:00 AMTots ages 3 to 5 yearsContact: Ontario Recreation and Community Services at (909) 395-2020

Invest Ontario-State of the City 2009 Business and Marketing Date: 3/4/2009Time: 4:00 PM-8:00 PMContact: (800) 455-5755 opt. 2

Brian Tracy ProgramsAchieve your Personal and Business GoalsDate: 3/6/2009Contact : (800) 817-5737 or e-mail [email protected]

Covina Center for the Performing Arts 2009 Season Featured ShowsNeil Simon’s Barefoot in the Park: 3/6 – 4/5Broadway Blockbuster: 6/26 – 8/9Call the Season Ticket Hotline at 626.331.8133 x 626 or visit www.covinacenter.com for more information.

City of TemeculaRock n Rod RunDate: 3/13 – 3/14Location: Old Town TemeculaContact: (951) 206-7630

Wine Country EventsDate: 3/14/2009Time: 10 AM Date: 3/15/2009Time: 5 PMLocation: Temecula Valley Wineries$89 For 2 Day TicketsContact: Temecula Valley Winegowers Association (951) 699-3626

ALEF Charity Golf Tournament Date: 3/24/2009 Location: Event is held atUpland Hills Country ClubPlease Contact Alta Loma Educational Foundation (909) 822-4433Barbara Kirmsse – (909) 987-6509

Fred Pryor SeminarsHow to Deal with Unacceptable Employee BehaviorDate: 3/26/2009Time: 9:00 AM-4:00 PMFor more info: www.fredpryor.com

March Classes:ABC’s of Starting Your Own BusinessDate: Saturday, March 7th, 2009Time: 9am – NOON Cost: $15.00 on-line $20.00 at doorLocation: 202 E. Airport Drive, Suite 155 San Bernardino, CA 92410

Developing Financial StatementsDate: Monday, March 9th, 2009Time: 6pm – 8pm Cost: $15.00 on-line $20.00 at doorLocation: 202 E. Airport Drive, Suite 155 San Bernardino, CA 92410

Maximum Impact! 4-Part Business Plan Writing SeriesDate: Wednesday, March 11th, 25th, & April 8th, 22nd 2009Time: 6pm – 9pm Cost: $80.00 on-lineLocation: 202 E. Airport Drive, Suite 155 San Bernardino, CA 92410

Business Plan ReviewDate: Saturday, March 21st, 2009Time: 9am – 11am Cost: $15.00 on-line $20.00 at doorLocation: 202 E. Airport Drive, Suite 155 San Bernardino, CA 92410

Leadership and ManagementDate: Wednesday, March 18th, 2009Time: 6pm – 9pm Cost: $15.00 on-line $20.00 at doorLocation: 202 E. Airport Drive, Suite 155 San Bernardino, CA 92410

April:

5th Annual Festival of Arts Date: 4/11/2009 Location: Vineyard Jr. High School 6440 Mayberry Ave. Alta Loma, CA 91737For more info Contact Barbara Kirmsse – (909) 987-6509

26th Annual Easter Egg Hunt Date: 4/11/2009 Time: 8:30 AM – 11:00 AMLocation: Pantera Park 738 Pantera Dr. Diamond Bar, CA 91765

2009 Cherry Blossom Festival The City of West Covina and the East San Gabriel Valley Japanese Community Center present: Saturday, April 25, 2008 12 noon - 6 p.m. West Covina Civic Center Courtyard 1444 West Garvey Ave. West Covina, CA 91793 Festival highlights include cultural demonstrations, exhibits, a tea ceremony, martial arts, taiko (Japanese drums), odori (Japanese folk dancing), iikebana (flower arrangement) and much more.

La Verne/ San DimasBusiness Supporting Business Golf TournamentHelicopter Ball Drop with Prize of $1500 Purchase for ball drop $10 for 1 Ball; $25 For 3; $50 for 7Date: 4/30/2009Time: Shotgun Start at 12:00 PMLocation: Sierra La Verne Country ClubContact the chamber office for more information (909) 593-5265

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With the recent wildfires and floods in California, now would be a good time to review your

insurance policy and verify that your coverage is adequate for your needs. A homeowner’s policy consists of different types of coverage that protect you, your home and its contents from various perils such as fire, lighting, windstorms, theft and vandalism. It pays for additional living expenses in the event of a loss.Liability coverage protects you against injuries or damages to others caused by you, a member of your family, or your pet.Medical payments to others covers the medical expenses to non-family members injured at your home.The building or dwelling limits should cover today’s cost of reconstructing your home — including the cost of materials and labor in the event of a total loss. (This is not the current market value or the remaining balance of your mortgage.) It’s important to be familiar with the construction type and building materials used in your home and any special features that might increase construction costs.Personal Property also commonly referred as “contents” is generally a percentage of the dwelling amount. Take into account all your

items including personal window coverings and small appliances. Specific items have separate limits that are included in the overall content amount; such as jewelry, fine arts, collectibles, business personal property, computer hardware and software to name a few. When additional coverage is needed, a floater or rider can be purchased. Today many individuals have upgraded their backyards into outdoor living spaces. The coverage called “dwelling extension” or “other structures” protects your investment and covers your unattached garages or other structures such as patios, pools and outdoor kitchens. If your policy only lists “dwelling extension,” ask your agent if this covers attachments to the dwelling or other structures as well. A standard policy generally uses a small percentage of the dwelling amount to determine a limit. Valuation - how much of your claim will be paid - is determined by the wording of your policy. Replacement Cost will rebuild/repair your home and contents without a deduction for depreciation within the limits of the policy. Extended replacement cost will pay a percentage over the limits to rebuild your home. This limit is general 25% above the basic policy limit. Read your policy and be sure you understand how you will be

reimbursed. Cities and counties periodically change their building codes, and if your home is older, it’s important to be sure your policy has this coverage in order for your insurance company to pay for changes needed to bring the structure up to date with current building codes. This commonly referred as “building code upgrade” or “ordinance or law coverage.” It is important to review your policy annually and whenever you have remodeled or upgraded your home. Your home is one of your greatest investments and it should be properly protected.

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La VerneChamber of Commerce

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As one of Southern California’s leading environmental attorneys, Michelle Ouellette knows all too well the common thread shared by the Peninsular bighorn sheep, the Quino checkerspot butterfly and the desert tortoise. All three animals are on the federal endangered species list and she’s worked on efforts to protect them and dozens of other species nearing extinction across Inland Southern California. Ouellette is a partner at Best Best & Krieger, a law firm based in Riverside with seven other offices across California, including Ontario. During her 20-year practice, Ouellette has developed an expertise in endangered species laws, having worked on two of the nation’s largest multiple-species habitat conservation plans in western Riverside County and the Coachella Valley. Ouellette helped guide both massive undertakings that aim to strike a balance between environmental needs and growth for decades to come. For the species, Ouellette said, the plans set aside the right amount of land and plants they need to survive. Ouellette and her firm also represent clients who are building renewable energy projects that help reduce greenhouse gas emissions that lead to climate change. “The Inland region, with its abundance of wind and sunshine in the desert, is the perfect place to build such projects,” Ouellette said.

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Chef Rick Santana, Executive Chef for Impressions Gourmet Catering in Ontario, was voted President of the Board of Directors for the Southern California Inland Empire Chefs and Cooks Association for 2009. Chef Santana has served on the Board of Directors of the S.C.IE.C.C.A. for the past 6 years. In 2003 he was honored as, “Chef of the Year. He was selected from a list of more than 75 outstanding chefs from the Inland Empire. Chef Santana has been an active participant at numerous Charity Food Shows such as: Taste of the Town, Art al a Cart, Taste of the Inland Empire, Evening at the Plaza, Children’s Fund and Fiesta de Comida are but a few. Chef Santana began his career early at the age of 17. He cooked for the opening of the Maruko Hotel and Convention Center in San Bernardino. Later, he cooked for the Castaways Restaurant in San Bernardino under the direction of Executive Chef Don Cadiente. Chef Cadiente was later offered a

position as the Executive Chef for the L.A. County Fairgrounds. He accepted and recruited Santana as his Executive Chef. Santana also served as Executive Chef at La Cheminee in Ontario and opened and ran his own kitchen at the Sundance Inn in Glendora. Chef Rick joined the Team of Impressions Catering in 1991 and currently holds the position of Executive Chef. “I consider my career as another form of art,” Santana said. “Being a natural artist, I really love what I do. If you are interested in finding out more about the S.C.IE.C.C.A., please contact Chef Santana at 909-917-8672 or email [email protected]

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>> COMMUNITYEducational ChallengesFaced Head On SAN BERNARDINO: Lowering the dropout rate among students in San Bernardino County and closing the achieve-ment gap are two of the biggest educational challenges, said County Superintendent Gary Thomas in a briefing with the media. With a 26.6-percent dropout rate over a four-year period for high school students, targeting interven-tions to keep students on track to-ward graduation remains a priority for the County Schools’ office and all of the county’s 33 school dis-tricts, Thomas said. In addition, clos-ing the achievement gaps between Hispanic, African American and socioeconomically disadvantaged students and those who are White also plagues educators not just in the county, but across the state. Those were two of the topics addressed by Thomas in his first back-to-school briefing with the media since taking over as the new county superintendent in August. Local educators – Superinten-dent Virgil Barnes of the Ontario-Montclair School District and Beth Higbee, assistant superintendent of the County Schools’ Education Sup-port Services –joined Thomas to talk about reform efforts in public edu-cation. Ontario-Montclair was suc-cessful in having three of its schools leave Program Improvement this year. For the second consecutive year, the county bucked the state

trend with the number of schools in the program for not reaching their Adequate Yearly Progress goals decrease. Other public education issues discussed included the increase in the number of county schools meeting the state’s benchmark for the Academic Performance Index, as well as support for lowperform-ing schools and districts.

Some of the findings discussed were:• The flattening of enrollment in public schools in the county remains a trend. Last year’s enrollment of 428,142 was a slight increase of 701 students from 2006-07. Enrollment across the West End, East Valley and High Desert is sporadic in growth, as well as declines.• The number of schools reaching the state standard of 800 for the Academic Performing Index (API) increased by 28 schools to 112, as the county’s API Growth score in-creased 12 points to 716.• The achievement gap among county Hispanic, African American and White students closed on the California High School Exit Exam. Passing rates in both the English language arts and math portions of the exam were closer than in previ-ous years for Hispanic and African American students in comparison to Whites.

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SAN BERNARDINO – Lowering the dropout rate among students in San Bernardino County

and closing the achievement gap are two of the biggest educational challenges, said County

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With a 26.6-percent dropout rate over a four-year period for high school students, targeting

interventions to keep students on track toward graduation remains a priority for the County

Schools’ office and all of the county’s 33 school districts, Thomas said.

In addition, closing the achievement gaps between Hispanic, African American and socio-

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the county, but across the state.

Those were two of the topics addressed by Thomas in his first back-to-school briefing with

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joined Thomas to talk about reform efforts in public education. Ontario-Montclair was successful

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GREEN LIVINGGreen Giants“Strides in Sustainability”

Fontana Water Conservation“Pilot Project”

The Ontario Water Preservation“The California Friendly”

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CITY OF ONTARIO COMMITTED TO WATER PRESERVATIONWITH CALIFORNIA FRIENDLY® LANDSCAPE

The City of Ontario, in partnership with the Inland Empire Utilities Agency, Metropolitan Water District, and the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, has implemented a California Friendly® landscape design. This landscaping blends native and drought tolerant plants, trees and ground cover into an attractive, low-maintenance, sustainable water-saving landscape. This program incorporates state-of-the-art irrigation systems into attractive designs that take into consideration site-specific wind/sun orientation, grading/drainage, soil type, and many other conditions that impact water use and landscape needs.

The California Friendly® design has been incorporated into a landscape garden at Route 60 at Euclid Avenue. This site was chosen because the amount of turf converted to the sustainable material will reduce the City’s water usage by 35-45% annually for this location. By retrofitting the irrigation heads to eliminate the overspray onto the streets and selecting a planting scheme from the 1500 California Friendly Plant Catalog from Bewaterwise.com, Ontario was able to create a healthy landscape with water conservation in mind. California Friendly® designs have also been implemented through the Ontario CARES Program.

The CARES Program improves eligible Ontario homes located in designated focus areas by providing new painting and landscaping at no cost to the homeowner. Over $11 million has been invested in the community since the inception of the CARES Program in 1998. To date, seven Ontario homes have been completed and have received the designation, and three more are currently in progress. “In the past ten years, the CARES Program has improved the exterior conditions of over 2,600 residential properties in eight different Focus Areas in our community,” explained

Mayor Paul Leon. “The incorporation of the California Friendly® program into the landscaping design will help the homeowners, and the City of Ontario, reduce water usage.”

Ontario’s Mayor and City Council are committed to investing in healthy landscape and to conserving our natural resources, thus creating a sustainable community for all Ontario residents.

CITY OF FONTANA ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES & KEEP FONTANA BEAUTIFUL

The goal of the Environmental program which is a part of the Public Works Department, Support Services Division, is to reduce the pollution of air, land, and water. Through availability of resources and educational outreach, these programs empower residents with the information and means in which to protect the environment and maintain a healthy community for future generations.

In 2008, the program met compliance with the California Integrated Waste Management Board’s requirement to divert 50% of the City’s generated wastes from the landfill and met compliance with the Clean Water Act and the National Pollution Discharge Elimination Permit. Additionally, the Household Hazardous Waste Collection Site was visited by 2,444 residents that resulted in the procurement of 121 tons of household hazardous materials and 89 tons of the materials being recycled.

CITY OF FONTANA AWARDED FUNDS BY THE METROPOLITAN WATER DISTRICT OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA FOR WATER CONSERVATION PILOT PROJECT The Mayor and City Council announced that the City of Fontana Public Works Department was recently awarded monies from the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California in the amount of $94,087.50. The check is a rebate for the new computer controlled irrigation system equipment installed by Public Works in the Southridge Community Facilities District area this past July. The irrigation system equipment upgrades were conducted as part of a water conservation pilot program developed for CFD 1. This pilot program was originally designed to allow Public Works to better monitor and track water usage in park and landscape areas. The upgraded equipment will help to eliminate over watering through the use of computer generated watering schedules based on actual weather conditions and specific plant needs (known as evapotranspiration or ‘ET’).As part of this pilot program, actual water use will be tracked and compared to previous year’s usage. This data will then be used to develop a cost-benefit analysis model that will be used to evaluate current equipment, and upgrade and improve irrigation water usage in the City’s entire general fund and landscape district areas. “We are excited about the pilot program’s potential,” said Chuck Hays, Director of Public Works for the City of Fontana. “Clearly conserving water and lowering costs would be of tremendous benefit for our community, and we are thrilled that the Metropolitan Water District is supporting our efforts in this regard.”For further information about the City of Fontana’s water conservation pilot program or the rebate from the Metropolitan Water District, contact Dan West at [email protected] or (909)350-6518.

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For a complete listing of shops and restaurants and events in Claremont, visit Claremont Chamber of Commerce (909) 624-1681 v www.claremontchamber.org or www.ci.claremont.ca.us

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