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Continued from page 7 Jaguar XK, July 27 a Jaguar S-Type. 5 TIMES POINTS MULTIPLIERS: Every Lippizaner Automated Poker tables exclusively and is Saturday and Sunday, starting July 4. Play open Monday through Friday at 10am and your Club Soboba Card and earn points Stallions perform weekends at noon. toward free play, dining, and drawing tick- EAGLE FALLS GOLF COURSE: (760) 238- ets for the Jags giveaway. at Fantasy Springs 5633. www.eaglefallsgolf.com. Located at LYNYRD SKYNYRD WITH HANK WILLIAMS Fantasy Springs Resort Casino. 18-Hole, Witness the grace and power of one JR.: Friday, July 18, at Soboba Casino’s Par 72 Championship Course. Through of the most regal and unique breed of Arena. See article on page 6. December 25, Mon–Thur $85, Fri–Sun & working horses as the World Famous SPA RESORT CASINO: (760) 323-5865. Lippizaner Stallions make their return to Holidays $105, Twilight Mon–Thur $65, Twilight Fri–Sun & Holidays $85, Senior www.sparesortcasino.com. 401 E. Amado Rd., the Coachella Valley to perform at Palm Springs. Fantasy Springs Resort Casino’s Special (55+) Tues Only $55. December 26 – April 30, 2008, Mon–Thur $95, Fri–Sun & SPOTLIGHT 29 CASINO: (760) 775-5566. 46- Events Center, Sunday, July 13, at 2pm and 200 Harrison Place, Coachella. Show tickets 6pm. Holidays $115, Twilight Mon–Thur $75, Twilight Fri–Sun $95, Senior (55+) Tues available online at www.spotlight29.com or call Seen by over 25 million people (800) 585-3737. Only $65. around the world, the World Famous JEM STEAKHOUSE: Live jazz with Mikole PECHANGA RESORT & CASINO: (951) 693- Lippizaner Stallions celebrate their 38th and Carrie, every Friday 6-10pm, Saturday 1819. pechanga.com. 45000 Pala Road, Anniversary presentation of the “Dancing 7-11pm and Sunday6-9pm in the JEM Bar. White Stallions.” Known for their “Airs Temecula. Box Office (951) 303-2507. Above the Ground,” the World Famous SAN MANUEL INDIAN BINGO AND CASINO: FEATURED LAUGHLIN CASINOS Lippizaner Stallions will entertain and (909) 864-5050. www.sanmanuel.com. 5797 captivate you. North Victoria Avenue, Highland. AQUARIUS CASINO RESORT: Features 1,907 Tickets are available at the Fantasy SOBOBA CASINO: Features 2,000 slots, 28 rooms in two 18-story towers and a 57,000 Springs Resort Casino Box Office or by table games, live poker, live entertainment, square foot casino. The Aquarius Casino calling (760) 342-5000. Tickets can be non-smoking area and restaurants. (951) 665- Resort offers multiple amenities including an purchased on-line at www.tickets.com or 1000 or (866) 4-SOBOBA. www.soboba.net. indoor entrance complete with water features www.fantasyspringsresort.com 23333 Soboba Road, San Jacinto. Tickets: 1- and restaurants from fine dining to casual din- ing including Aqua Bella, Café Aquarius, Tickets are priced at $27, $22.50, 866-4-SOBOBA, ext. 183. $20.50. JAGS IN JULY: Soboba is giving away two Jags and $90,000 in cash. July 13 is a Continued on page 9

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Continued from page 8 Instrumentalist Kenny G Outback Steakhouse, Windows on the River Buffet, The Zodiac Bar and the Cove. 800.435.8469. aquariuscasinoresort.com. The Aquarius Casino Resort is located at 1900 South Casino performs at Fantasy Casino Drive. e is one of the most successful TAKE A SPING AND WIN: Roulette tournament, July 11-13. $25,000 in cash prizes. and respected saxophone play- ers in the history of recorded STAR SPANGLED SLOT TOURNAMENT: July 13-15 with $22,000 in cash prizes. music, selling more than 70 Hmillion CDs worldwide. Now, with the HOLD YOUR ACE BLACKJACK TOURNAMENT: July 20-22 release of his latest CD, “Rhythm and with $25,000 in cash prizes. Romance,” Kenny G returns to perform at DAILY TOURNAMENT: No Limit Texas Hold ‘Em. Seven days a week. Sign-up at 8:30am. Play is at 9am. $20 buy-in gets Fantasy Springs Resort Casino’s Special you $1000 in playing chips, an additional $3 gets you an Events Center, Friday, July 25, at 8pm. extra $500 in chips. 30 min. Round – Blinds $25/50 – No Known for his passionate and pleasing Limit. 30 min. Round – Blinds $50/100 – No Limit. This is a horn playing skills, Kenny G first picked one hour shoot-out! up the saxophone in his youth after seeing MORNING ACE’S CRACKED: Seven days a week 10am- someone playing one on the Ed Sullivan 12pm. Ace’s cracked gets a rack $100. Show. With lessons and plenty of dedica- DINNER HOUR ACE’S CRACKED: Seven days a week 5pm- tion, his talent began to grow. Legendary 7pm. Ace’s cracked gets a rack $100. leader of the Love Unlimited Orchestra, LATE NIGHT ACE’S CRACKED: Seven days a week mid- Barry White took notice and hired the night-2am. Ace’s cracked gets a rack $100. young horn player at the age of 20. In 1982, Kenny G signed with Clive Davis at AVI RESORT & CASINO: (800) AVI-2-WIN. www.avi-casi- Arista Records and began his meteoric riseKenny to jazz G. and pop music fame. no.com. 10000 Aha Macav Parkway, Laughlin, Nevada. Kenny G received a standing ovation from the capacity crowd on his last visit ARROWHEAD LOUNGE: Live entertainment daily. to the Special Events Center. Tickets for this special one-night performance are BRENDEN THEATRES: For movie schedule, call (702) 535- available at the Fantasy Springs Resort Casino Box Office or by calling (760) 7469 or go online to www.brendentheatres.com. IER 342-5000. Tickets can be purchased on-line at www.tickets.com or www.fantasyspringsresort.com. Tickets are priced at $49, $39 and $29. IER

July, 2008 INLAND ENTERTAINMENT REVIEW 9 New exhibits scheduled to open at the Wally Parks NHRA Motorsports Museum On Aug. 27, a special new photo exhibit focusing on the glamour girls of racing will open at the Wally Parks NHRA Motorsports Museum, presented by the Automobile Club of Southern California. Titled “Trophy Queens,” the exhibit features dozens of rare photos of models presenting racing tro- phies from the ’50s through the ‘70s. Included in the Trophy Queen exhibit are shots of a 19-year-old Raquel Tejada, later to become Raquel Welch and Barbara Huffman, i.e., Barbara Eden star of the long-running “I Dream of Jeannie.” Also highlighted is the most famous trophy queen of all, Linda Vaughn, known as the “First Lady of Motorsports.” The exhibit runs through August, 2009. Stop by the L.A. County Fairplex in Pomona, enter Gate 1 to the Museum. The museum is open Wednesday through Sunday, 10am to 5pm. Admission is $7 for adults, $5 for seniors and children. AAA Members receive additional savings. For more information, call (909) 622-2133 or go online to museum.nhra.com. Explore regional travel ideas at the Welcome Center

efore you gas up and hit the road for Discover what seasonal adventures await you own cider, the County of San Bernardino your next trip or vacation, cruise on in the I.E. Visit the California Welcome Museum in Redlands, which has fascinating into The California Welcome Center Center – San Bernardino to create a fun-filled year-round exhibits, the Rancho Cucamonga in San Bernardino to receive free customized itinerary. An “Inland Empire I-15 Rains House where you can tour a ranch built Bregional and statewide travel planning ideas, Adventure Package” directs you up I-15 to in 1860 and experience what life was like then brochures and maps. Calico Ghost Town, in Yermo where you can or The Maloof Residence and Gardens, a living experience an old west adventure and for lunch museum where visitors can view examples of step back into the 1950’s at Peggy the style and craftsmanship of the widely Sue’s Diner. When traveling admired contemporary furniture craftsman, southbound on the I-15 be sure to Sam Maloof in Alta Loma. check out the only Bass Pro Shop For a true sense of vacation for the whole in Southern California located just family, pack your bathing suits and make reser- off the Foothill Blvd. exit near vations at a regional hotel. Your daily excursion Victoria Gardens where you will can easily be extended into two-day adventures. find upscale shopping and deli- The Welcome Center, your Inland Empire cious dining. Further south into concierge, is a destination of it’s own with a Southern California’s wine country Route 66-theme where you can play a tune on is Temecula Valley, where you can the authentic juke box, purchase California, enjoy a day visiting vineyards and Route 66 and NASCAR souvenirs while check- sampling award-winning premium ing your e-mails at the Internet-Café. wines. Located at 1955 Hunts Lane, The Welcome Providing over 1,000 Center is just off Hospitality Lane in San brochures, the Welcome Center Bernardino, which has over 40 restaurants and has information available for desti- newly renovated hotel accommodations. For The California Welcome Center, in San Bernardino, not only shows nations such as Oak Tree Village more information, visit their Website at you the road to great Southern California happenings, but is a where you can enjoy picking www.visitcwc.com and fascinating destination itself. apples, making and drinking your www.cwcinlandempire.com. IER

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Theater & the Arts Candlelight sets sail for adventure with ‘Peter Pan’

efore Captain Jack Sparrow there was sional adults and children. Select songs from a much more intimidating pirate that Peter Pan include “I’ve Gotta Crow,” “I’m Flying” ruled the seas of our fantasies. His and the ever popular “I Won’t Grow Up.” name is Captain Hook, the dangerous Peter Pan is directed by Chuck Ketter. The Bpirate of Neverland that rivaled the brave and show is choreographed by Kelly Ford and musi- adventurous symbol of childhood, Peter Pan. cally directed by Linda Atherton. Mary Martin, This month the Candlelight Pavilion in Sandy Duncan, and Cathy Rigby are three of Claremont will bring adventure, nostalgia, and the famous ladies who have given life to the fantasy to the Inland Empire with the show energetic and carefree character of Peter Pan. on Friday evenings and for Saturday matinees, Peter Pan. In the Candlelight Pavilion production Emily will be available for all performances. Children “The wonderful thing about Peter Pan is Grosland will capture the unique innocence will also have the opportunity to take pictures that it is a captivating show for both kids and and exuberance of the young boy. ZFX, a pro- with the cast of Peter Pan after the show. If adults. Its universal theme and child-friendly fessional flying effects company, will set the children would like to wear their Tinkerbell, story has enchanted audiences for over one Candlelight Pavilion stage for Peter Pan’s air- Peter Pan, or pirate costumes to the show they hundred years and we are thrilled to be bring- borne tricks. are encouraged to do so. ing an exceptional version to the Inland Performances for Peter Pan will run July 12 For more information or reservations call Empire,” Artistic Director Mindy Teuber said. through August 17 Thursdays through Sundays. the Candlelight Pavilion Box Office at (909) The cast of Peter Pan will feature both profes- Children’s rates, which are normally available 626-1254 ext. 1. IER

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Theater and Arts Sawdust Art Festival finds it good to be green

oing Green” may be the latest art at the Sawdust Art “We also need to Festival’s 2008 Summer Show, running through encourage everyone to August 31. More specifically, the art of living with our be mindful of turning planet’s natural energies and resources will be empha- lights off and putting sized“G in the operational details of the annual festival. lights on a timer in “We’re systematically reviewing every aspect of the show to create a their booths and using long-term plan that will enable the Sawdust Art Festival to continually only natural sunlight evolve to greater levels of environmental responsibility,” Sawdust Board during the day,” Prelitz President Mike Kelly said. added. With the assistance of Chris Prelitz, a Sustainability Consultant The Sawdust Art from Laguna Beach, different approaches to the use of electricity will be Festival has been the top priority for the Sawdust’s “Going Green” plan. proactive in recycling As it relates to the Sawdust Art Festival, how electricity is used will over the years, but make a big difference. Most of the Festival’s lighting is outdated and Prelitz will be offering incandescent or quartz, which generates a considerable amount of heat. suggestions on higher By changing to fluorescent or LED lighting, only a third of the electric- reuse of booth building Megan of Lake Forest explores her inner artist at the ity will be used which results in less heat being created. materials. The Festival Sawdust’s Children’s Art Spot which offers art projects throughout the summer. The 2008 Sawdust Art Festival Even the twinkle lights that illuminate and decorate the grounds in plans to collaborate Summer Show also offers a range of classes for children. the evening will be changed to LED lighting, and will use less than a with Habitat for tenth of the usual energy and last ten times as long. Humanity to donate wood and dry wall materials to charities supported by the organization. Another way for artists to divert trash from the waste stream is to consider using recycled items in their artwork. “There is a whole new green market opening up out there. Recycling tires, seat belts, license plates and other items is becoming popular to make purses and other crafts and art. Craftspeople might want to think about expanding their line to do something like that,” Prelitz added. The 42nd Annual Sawdust Art Festival in Laguna Beach will include traditional activities amidst the more environmentally conscious atmos- phere. More than 200 Laguna Beach artists will exhibit their vast tal- ents in a mix of original fine art and craft including ceramics, jewelry, painting, textile art, wood and metal sculpture, photography, hand blown and fused glass and several other unique medias. Art classes for children and adults, artists demonstrations, live enter- tainment, complimentary art tours and more are offered daily at the Sawdust Art Festival. And, a variety of food and beverage is available in the outdoor cafes. Adult admission $7; Seniors $6 age 65 and up $6; Children $3 age 6-12 years and free for children under five years of age. Summer Season Pass is $20 and an Annual Pass is $25 (unlimited Summer and Winter admission). For more information call 949-494-3030 or visit www.SawdustArtFestival.org. The Sawdust Art Festival is located at 935 Laguna Canyon Road in Laguna Beach with free city trolleys available from the Act V lot on Laguna Canyon Road and other offsite parking lots. The Sawdust Art Festival is a non-profit organization dedicated to educating the pubic and promoting the art created in Laguna Beach. IER

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CATS presents Lerner & Loewe’s ‘Camelot’ www.InlandReview.com Read the latest issues, and back issues, of the Inland The Community Arts Theater Society brings Camelot to the Big Bear stage. Camelot plays through July 13. Based on the T.H. White novel, The Once and Future King, this romantic and timeless musical tale of King Arthur’s famous round table is directed by Steve Cassling, with CATS’ production team providing beautiful sets and costumes. The musical features beloved classics such as “Camelot,” “The Lusty Month of May” and the Entertainment glorious ballad immortalized by the late Robert Goulet, “If Ever I Would Leave You.” Many of CATS’ favorite performers are on hand, with Cassling as King Arthur, Brett Smith as Lancelot, Steve Combs as Merlyn, and Ty Warren featured as Pellinore. Guenevere is played by CATS’ veteran Sarah Adams. Performances are on July 2, 3, 5, 9, 11 and 12 at 7:30pm with Sunday matinees on July 6 and 13 at 1:30pm. Tickets range in price Review online! according to dates and locations, with adults ranging from $9.95 to $22.95; seniors, $8.95 to $20.95; and kids under 18, $6.95 to $15.95. For more information and tickets, call (909) 866-4970.

July, 2008 INLAND ENTERTAINMENT REVIEW 15 Theater and Arts The ‘Children’s Hour,’ not for children he Chaffey College Theatre tures Chaffey faculty, but integrates Department’s summer pro- Chaffey theatre students, community duction of The Children’s actors and youth. Featured cast mem- Hour will play July 31-Aug. bers include: Heather Sauls, Anelise T3. Written by renowned American play- Smith, Ken Lay, Annie Lay, Linda wright Lillian Hellman, this suspense Torres, Priscilla Esparza, Jessica Seyler, drama still resonates within society Jamie-Lynn Olarte, Eryn Moore, today. Set in the late 1940’s, a malicious Karynna Mc Donald, Emani Johnson, youngster (Mary, played by Heather Anysia Alvarez, Dixie Stone, Jenny Sauls), trying to stay out of trouble, Kister, Reggie Sauls, Vikki Gonzales, starts a rumor about the two teachers Janira Sanders and Rebecca Ciarlo. (played by Christa Havenhill and Kelly Student director Erica Lewman will Ford). When the rumor turns to scan- direct alongside Havenhill and Ford. dal, the teachers’ lives are destroyed and “This is such an exciting opportuni- tragedy prevails. ty for me. Christa and Kelly have Kelly Ford (above) and Leading the cast are Chaffey’s own taught me everything I know as far as Christa Havenhill Theatre Professors Christa Havenhill directing and acting goes, so it’ll be fun (right) play teachers run and Kelly Ford. Havenhill and Ford, to apply my newly found skills and tech- afoul of a vicious rumor both professional actresses, are known niques to this production,” Lewman in Chaffey College’s within the surrounding communities as said. Ford adds, “I am honored to be “Children’s Hour.” actresses, directors and choreographers. working with two amazing ladies on an “This is a special and unique opportuni- incredible production.” ty to direct and perform alongside my Call the Chaffey College Box Office closest colleague.” Havenhill said. at (909) 652-6067 to purchase tickets: This unique production not only fea- $12 general and $10 student/seniors. IER

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Continued from page 13 LEWIS FAMILY PLAYHOUSE: 12505 Cultural RIVERSIDE COMMUNITY PLAYERS: A Little Center Dr., Rancho Cucamonga. lewisfamily- Night Music, July 11-27. Tickets: $15. See sion prices are $7 for general admission and playhouse.com. (909) 477-2752. article on page 15. 4026 14th St., Riverside. $4 for seniors and students. All general admis- PAGEANT OF THE MASTERS: July 9- August (951) 686-4030, sion tickets to The Festival of Arts - 30. Watch as actors and intricate sets trans- www.riversidecommunityplayers.com. California’s Premier Fine Art Show are season form into living works of art. Held in Laguna RIVERSIDE YOUTH THEATRE: • Cats. passes. Patrons are encouraged to make Beach. For tickets and information, call (800) Features a cast of 30 teens between the ages repeat visits. Laguna Beach residents with ID 487-3378. of 11 and 18. Aug. 7, 8, 9, 15, 16 at 7:30pm, receive free admission, as do children under PERFORMANCE RIVERSIDE: Landis Aug. 17, 3pm. • Disney’s Aristocats, Aug. 7 at the age of 12. For general information, call Performing Arts Center, Riverside Community 10am and 11:30am, Aug. 9, 10, 16 at 3pm. • 949-494-1145 or visit the website at College, 4800 Magnolia Center, Riverside. Tickets: $12. At the Wallace Theatre, 8432 www.LagunaFestivalofArts.org. The event is (951) 222-8100 or Magnolia Ave. in Riverside. (951) 756-4240. located at 650 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna www.performanceriverside.org. SAM AND ALFREDA MALOOF FOUNDATION Beach, California. Proceeds support the arts POMONA COLLEGE: Seaver Theatre, 300 E. and art education in and about Laguna Beach. FOR ARTS AND CRAFTS: Loom & Lathe, Bonita Ave., Claremont. (909) 607-4375. through Aug. 24, surveys the work of distin- FULLERTON CIVIC LIGHT OPERA: Oil City REDLANDS BOWL: Smiley Park in Redlands. guished fiber artist Kay Sekimachi and interna- Symphony, July 11-27. Played on-stage, Admission is free. Redlands Bowl, 25 Grant tionally known wood turner Bob Stocksdale. The music from “The Hokey Pokey” to “The Anvil Street, Redlands. artists, who were married for thirty-three years, Chorus.” Plummer Auditorium, 201 E. have been celebrated in their respective fields Chapman Ave., Fullerton. (714) 879-1732. REDLANDS FOOTLIGHTERS: 1810 Barton both in this country and abroad. The exhibition is www.fclo.com. Rd., Redlands. (909) 793-2909. www.redlandsfootlighters.org. comprised of eighty works selected from various LAKE ARROWHEAD VILLAGE: • Summer public and private collections, most of which Concert Series, through Labor Day. Every Fri. RHYTHM OF RIVERSIDE: Free concerts in have never been previously exhibited. An illus- and Sat., 5:30pm. So. Cal’s largest free con- Riverside. Wednesdays, 6-9pm, at Fairmount trated catalogue with curatorial essays and a cert series with 43 concerts. • The Village Park, 2601 Fairmount Blvd., and Thursdays, 7- checklist accompanies the show. Organized by features more than 50 stores, restaurants and 9pm, at La Sierra Park, 5215 La Sierra Ave. the Berkeley Art Center and Guest Curator attractions. For more information, call (909) June 25, Fairmount, Stone Soul (motown). Robbin Henderson, the show will travel national- 337-2533, or go online to RIVERSIDE CHILDREN’S THEATRE: Ramona ly. 5131 Carnelian Street, Alta Loma. Gallery www.lakearrowheadvillage.com. High School, 7675 Magnolia Ave., Riverside. Tickets $8 presale, $10 at the door. (951) 789-6332. www.riversidechildrenstheatre.org. Continued on page 19

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July, 2008 INLAND ENTERTAINMENT REVIEW 17 Theater and Arts Craig Chaquico and Eric Darius Heat Up the Sunset Jazz in the Vines Concert Series at Wilson Creek Winery

ilson Creek Winery continues with Jefferson Starship/Starship, Craig ates a very distinctive, fresh sound and its annual Sunset Jazz in the Chaquico went solo and became one of the approach that is uniquely his own. His passion Vines Concert Series on July 19 most popular artists in contemporary instru- shows when performing live. “I love playing with Guitar Player Magazine’s mental music. Performing smooth jazz that my instrument because it allows me to commu- BestW Pop Instrumental Guitarist of the Year, New Age Retailer describes as “uptempo, nicate with others on a personal level, and I Craig Chaquico and saxophone prodigy Eric bright, and optimistic,” Chaquico touches the intend on doing this for the rest of my life.” Darius. Each artist returns to Wilson Creek heart and soothes the souls of his audience. The concert series returns as an annual bringing their unique style of smooth jazz to “What bonds us all together as human beings is fundraiser for Children with Autism. Bill the winery’s expanded outdoor concert stage. the reality that we share the same emotions,” Wilson, General Manager of Wilson Creek After four decades at the top of the charts says Chaquico. “We all feel love, adventure, states “Our family tradition is to give back to mystery, sadness, loss, discovery, surprises, and the community, which is why we won Gold the many joys of life, and my aim is to touch all Business of the Year for Temecula last year.” these bases . . . . That’s why there are always Doors open at 6pm, with entertainment emotional love songs along with lots of adven- beginning at 7pm. Tickets range from a gour- ture and even some special effects in my music met dinner package to enjoy stage-side for $130 —to reflect the journey of life.” per person to General Admission for $55. A Beginning the evening will be saxophonist wide range of Wilson Family Food Favorites Eric Darius. After taking the contemporary prepared by The Creekside Grille, the winery jazz world by storm, this talented musician restaurant, as well as wines, beer and cham- returns to Wilson Creek hot after the release of pagne will be available. Shuttle service from his new CD, “Goin’ All Out.” With youthful your car to the door is complimentary. intensity and enthusiasm that has become a For additional information and tickets visit trademark of his shows, Darius delivers music www.wilsoncreekwinery.com or call 951-699- Eric Darius that crosses over all music boundaries. He cre- WINE (9463). IER

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Continued from page 17 University Village ‘jams’ hours: Wednesday – Sunday, 1-4pm. Admission is free, donations are appreciated. (909) 980-0412. www.malooffoundation.org. with summer music SAN BERNARDINO SYMPHONY: California Theatre of the Performing Arts, 562 W. Fourth St., San Bernardino. (909) 381-5388. SAWDUST ART FESTIVAL: 2008 Summer Show, through Aug. 31. Art to view and buy. Also food, children’s crafts and more. See article on page 14. Admission: adults $7; seniors $6; children $3. 935 Laguna Canyon Rd., Laguna Beach. (949) 494-3030, www.sawdustartfestival.org. TIBBIE’S CENTER STAGE: Unique theatrical dining experience, weekends, July niversity Village in Riverside rocks with sum- 25-Sept. 4. 8463 Sierra Ave., Fontana. (909) 429-7469. mer music as the center hosts a free, www.centerstagefontana.com. Wednesday evening concert series. Starting July WHITE PARK MUSIC SERIES: Free music series on Sundays held at White Park 16, bands ranging from acoustic rock to R&B, in Riverside, 3936 Chestnut St. (951) 341-6550. www.riversidedowntown.org. Uswing and reggae will play for six weeks every Wednesday, UNIVERSITY VILLAGE: Summer Jams: Free concert series, Wednesdays 6-8pm, 6 to 8pm. July 16-Aug. 20, with music, raffle prizes and more. July 16, Kings of Marigold The series will also include some dance instruction for (acoustic classic rock); July 23, Jumpin Joz (swing and jazz); July 30, Jevon those who want to learn a few new moves and merchants McGlory (R&B hip hop); Aug. 6, Early McCallister (jazz). University Village in Riverside, at University and Iowa Streets. (818) 710-6100. will be on hand with samples, coupons and raffles. The action takes place in the Food Court in front of WILSON CREEK WINERY: Sunset Jazz in the Vines Concert Series, July 19 with Juice It Up. The Summer Jam is free to the public. instrumental guitarist Craig Chaquico and saxophone prodigy Eric Darius. Doors open 6pm. Tickets: dinner package and show $130, general admission $55. See The concert lineup includes: July 16, Kings of Marigold article on page 18. (951) 699-9463. www.wilsoncreekwinery.com. (acoustic classic rock); July 23, Jumpin Joz (swing and WORLD GUITAR SHOW 2008: Buy, sell or trade. Shows in two locations: Los jazz); July 30, Jevon McGlory (R&B hip hop); Aug. 6, Angeles Show at the LA County Fairplex at Pomona, 1101 W. McKinley Ave. Aug. 2, Early McCallister (jazz). 10am-5pm, Aug. 3, 10am-4pm. Bay area show at the Marin Civic Center, Avenue of University Village is located at University and Iowa the Flags, San Rafael. July 26, 10am-5pm. July 17, 10am-4pm. (800) 525-7273. Streets in Riverside. For more information, call (818) 710- YUCAIPA LITTLE THEATRE: 12135 California Street, Yucaipa, CA 92399. (909) 6100. IER 790-1884. IER

July, 2008 INLAND ENTERTAINMENT REVIEW 19 Theater and Arts Experience fine art at the Festival of Arts

stablishing that you don’t have to go ated and donated by Festival exhibitors. Any hosts Youth Art Education Days, every to a museum to enjoy fine art, The remaining pieces will be sold by auction on Wednesday from July 9 through August 27. Festival of Arts - California’s Premier Saturday, August 16. The classes will give children 6-12 the oppor- Fine Art Show returns this summer for In addition to the arts exhibition, the tunity to experience a wide variety of arts-the- Eits 76th season with 154 of “The O.C.’s” most Festival offers a wide range of daily activities ater, music, painting and more ($20 material renowned artists July 6 through August 30, in that the whole family can enjoy, including fee per student/per class). Laguna Beach, (closed August 23). This annual free daily art workshops and seminars for chil- Dining is available at two locations on the event is California’s longest-running outdoor dren and adults; special guided art tours and Festival grounds. Tivoli Terrace Restaurant fine art exhibition and has been voted one of demonstrations—meet the artists and learn serves lunch and dinner during the Festival the top ten art festivals in the United States by firsthand about their artwork and techniques; season in a beautiful garden setting. Live jazz readers of American Style Magazine two years daily live entertainment including visual and is featured nightly. Tivoli Terrace will feature in a row. performing arts; and other special attractions its Summer Pageant Menu with an array of during the eight-week event. salads and sandwiches and fresh seafood for Free art tours are 11am and lunch and a variety of traditional American 3pm daily. cuisine for dinner. Gina’s Alfresco offers This year, the Festival will casual Italian fare and is a complement to the host a number of special Festival’s artistic atmosphere. events. The following is a Festival admission prices are $7 for general sampling of the calendar of admission and $4 for seniors and students. A events. For a complete list of special 75th Anniversary promotion grants activities, visit the Festival everyone 75 cents admission after 7:50pm website at every day of the week. All general admission LagunaFestivalofArts.org: tickets to The Festival of Arts – California’s Premier Fine Art Show are season passes. • Every Wednesday, July 9 – Laguna Beach residents and Military person- July 26, Youth Arts Education nel with ID receive free admission, as do chil- Days, Noon – 2pm dren under the age of 12. • Every Thursday, July 10 – The Festival of Arts is a nonprofit organi- July 26, Art, Jazz, Wine & zation that produces The Festival of Arts – “Each year this Festival continues to grow Chocolate, 5pm – 8pm California’s Premier Fine Art Show and the and we are always delighted with the out- • Every Sunday, July 13 – July 26, Art of Pageant of the Masters. For general informa- standing artisans that come to showcase their Cooking: Southern California Chefs tion, call (949) 494-1145 or visit the website incredible talent and skills. Whether they are Series, 1pm - 2pm at www.LagunaFestivalofArts.org. The event painters, sculptors, ceramists, jewelers or pho- • Every Sunday, July 13 – July 26 is located at 650 Laguna Canyon Road, tographers, their works represent the finest Blues Fest, 2pm - 4pm Laguna Beach. Proceeds support the arts and original art from the coastal cities of Orange • Every Sunday, July 13 – July 26 art education in and about Laguna Beach. IER County,” Marketing and Public Relations Beatles’ Classics, 6pm - 8pm Director Sharbie Higuchi said • July 12, Saturday, Summer Smooth Jazz During this prestigious juried show, arti- Concert Series- Everette sans display and sell strictly original works in Harp, 1pm – 4pm an open-air gallery setting. “The Festival is • July 26, Saturday, Art Goes the perfect place to find affordable and Green: Planet · Peace · unique art treasures for your home or busi- Purpose, 1pm – 4pm ness,” Higuchi said. The caliber of work on exhibit at the Festival each year attracts buyers In addition to the adult and collectors at all levels of connoisseurship. Festival of Arts exhibition, the Many Festival artists have their work in the Festival’s Junior Art Exhibition is private collections of leading art collectors, another huge attraction. celebrities, and museums around the world. Comprised of over 300 pieces of One program that supports the non-profit artwork from Orange County Artists Fund is the annual Art-To-Go school children (K-12), the qual- Program. This is a “must see” display of ity of art represented in the exhibiting artists works and a great way to Junior Art Exhibition will buy signature fine art. Artists display over astound art lovers of all ages. one hundred original miniature originals cre- Also for the kids, the Festival

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A Little Night Music

Anne and Charlotte are plotting in the Riverside Community Players "A Little Night Music,” July 11-27. Tickets are $15. Riverside Community Players are located on 4026 14th St. in Riverside. For more information, call (951) 686- 4030 or go online to www.riversidecommunityplayers.com.

Loom & Lathe surveys the work of distinguished fiber artist Kay Sekimachi, now in her eighties, and internationally known wood turner Bob Stocksdale, who died in 2003 at the age of eighty-nine. The artists, who were married for thirty-three years, have been celebrated in their respective fields both in this country and abroad. The exhibition is comprised of eighty works selected from various public and private collections, most of which have never been previously exhibited. An illustrated catalogue with curatorial essays and a checklist accompanies the show. Organized by the Berkeley Art Center and Guest Curator Robbin Henderson, the show will travel nationally. Sponsored in part by the Collectors of Wood Art and Friends of Fiber Art International

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July, 2008 INLAND ENTERTAINMENT REVIEW 21 Archibald Library gets Christian Singles Safari takes an extreme makeover After 14 years, 4 million customers, and a boat ride in the desert over 7 million books and other items checked out, the Archibald Library in pectacular Events, host of the largest Rancho Cucamonga is getting a well- Christian singles events in Southern deserved makeover. Library staff, architects, interior designers, and library stakeholders California, will host the Singles Safari Retreat are busily working to give the Archibald at the JW Marriott in Palm Desert. Hundreds Library a new look and feel. Sof Christian singles of all ages, races, and denomina- Included in the remodel will be new car- tions will attend this dynamic weekend retreat on peting, fresh paint, new furniture, a new roof, July 11-13 at the four-diamond resort. Take a boat a new energy efficient air conditioning and ride in the desert as the windows open in the lobby; heating system, an enclosed and expanded and gondolas pick up guests for a tour around their technology center, a more spacious chil- lake to view flamingos, black swans and various dren’s area, a redesigned story theater and restaurants. lots of new books. The makeover should take approximately Friday’s program includes: Christian Comedy two months to complete and reopen in Night with comedian and illusionist Ken Sands; early September to give the construction Karaoke, and dancing. On Saturday, Warren Duffy crew complete access to the building, reduc- will speak on “Waters in the Wilderness, Rivers in ing the cost of the remodel and the time of the Desert.” Singles will have free time to enjoy the disruption for library customers. dance lessons, various games/activities, the resort’s 36 During the closure, the Paul A. Biane holes of championship golf, tennis, miniature golf, Library at Victoria Gardens, located at 12505 shops, spa facility, five pools and more. Christian Cultural Center Drive, will be available for DJ Larry Pritchett, of Genesis III, will play a variety all library services, including the Summer Reading Club. The Biane Library will offer of music for the rotational dinner-dance on Saturday extended hours, including the addition of night as men change tables for each dinner course. temporary Sunday service hours during the Pastor John Kouri will speak at Sunday’s church service. months of the Archibald Library remodel. Rates to attend the Singles Safari Retreat on July 11-13 start at $213 per person and include For those not able to travel to Victoria accommodations, meals, seminars, and weekend program. Commuter rates are available for Gardens, Central School located at 7955 people who live in the area. For a free Christian Singles Fun Pack with details about this event, Archibald Avenue, will house the Summer the giant Queen Mary Rotational Dinner Dance (approx. 1,000 attend), Christian Speed Library for Families program through August Dating, the Mexican Riviera Cruise on Princess Cruises, and more, call (714) 210-3337 or toll 20. The Summer Library will offer books, magazines, Summer Reading Club participa- free (888) 222-8818, or go online to ChristianSinglesFunEvents.com. IER tion, and organized activities for children and families in a conveniently located, air- conditioned room. This service will be avail- able Monday through Friday from 10am to Musical Entertainment for the entire family 5pm. For seniors, a selection of books and magazines will also be available for browsing at Canyon Crest Towne Centre! and borrowing at the James L. Brulte Senior Center located at 11200 Base Line Road. For additional information, contact the Rancho Cucamonga Public Library at (909) 477-2720 or visit www.rcpl.lib.ca.us. IER

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22 July, 2008 INLAND ENTERTAINMENT REVIEW Planes of Fame Elegance in the mountains demonstrate the Sabre above Palm Springs With the Korean Air War as its theme, jet age air combat Conferences will be the subject of the monthly special event hosted by Retreats Planes of Fame Air Museum at the Chino Airport on Saturday Private Get-Aways August 2. The event will begin at 10am with a history seminar Weddings on the subject and conclude with a demonstration by the Family Reunions Planes of Fame North American F-86F Sabre, America’s premier jet fighter plane during that conflict. Prayer Retreats Beginning just five years after the end of World War II, the Youth Camps Korean War saw World War II vintage warplanes fighting side- and Much More! by-side with then relatively new jet combat planes. Although jet warplanes first entered production near the end of World War Amenities Include II, they did not engage each other in air combat until Spa Packages Communist forces attempted to overrun South Korea in 1950. State of the Art In many respects, the Korean Air War proved to be a learning Conference Center experience in new techniques for aerial combat that ensued Fireplaces during the rest of the 20th century. That experience set the Fishing stage for the conduct of the subsequent Cold War aerial con- Beautiful Hiking Trails frontations between the forces of democracy and communism. Sports Court An independent, non-profit, educational institution, Planes of Fame was the very first permanent facility of its type in the American West and a pioneer in the concept of restoring his- Call (951) 659-2066 toric display aircraft to flying condition. Staffed primarily by a or visit us on the web at core of dedicated volunteers, Planes of Fame supports its daily www.alhatti.com operations with admission fees, donations, facilities rentals and 23551 Highway 243 proceeds from the use of its aircraft in various productions. Idyllwild, California 92549 Planes of Fame Air Museum also has a special membership program available to the public, with one of the advantages of membership being the opportunity to experience the thrill of orientation flights in genuine warbirds. At each monthly special event, members in attendance, including last-minute sign-ups, can have their names entered into a free drawing for a member- supported warbird orientation flight. Planes of Fame Air Museum is open to the public every day, except Christmas Day and Thanksgiving, from 9am until 5pm. General admission is $11, youngsters 5 – 11 are admitted for $4, and admission is free for accompanied children under 5. For more information about The Planes of Fame Air Museum, and its events, call (909)597-3722; or visit the Planes of Fame website at www.planesoffame.org. Korean Air War Planes of Fame Air Museum looks back at combat in the air in the Korean War Seminar Aug. 2 at 10am Weather permitting, a flight demonstration will follow of the Planes of Fame North American F-86F Sabre Planes of Fame Air Museum is open to the public every day, except Christmas and Thanksgiving, from 9 am until 5 pm. GENERAL ADMISSION: $11 • CHILDREN AGES 5-11 ADMITTED FOR $4 Admission is free for accompanied children under five (909) 597-3722 The North American F-86F Sabre www.planesoffame.org

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EVENT GUIDE West of Rim of the World High Text in RED denotes an event occurring this month. School in Lake Arrowhead. AIRTIME: Indoor playground of BOOMERS: In Upland. Miniature Castle Parks Announces large inflated toys. Areas for pri- Golf Courses, Go Karts, Bumper vate parties. 26670 Madison Boats, Rock Wall, Ferris Wheel, New High Flying Ride Ave., Murrieta. (951) 304-2028, Spinning Tubs, Airplane Ride, www.airtimeparty.com. Tiny Tot Cars, Bounce House, Two Arcades, Snack Bar & Cafe. Castle Park in Riverside announced an exciting new ride coming ALPINE SLIDE AT MAGIC 1500 W. Seventh, Upland. Call to the park that will allow riders to feel what it’s like to soar through MOUNTAIN: A full service family (909) 985-1313. the sky on a “flying dragon.” favorite that’s also home to the signature bobsled-like ride of the CASTLE PARK: 3500 Polk Ave., “The new Dragon Flyers ride will give guests of all ages the thrill same name. The Alpine Slide lets Riverside. (951) 785-3000. See of flight. Everyone will love it because they can control their own riders experience Olympic-like article on this page. flight and make it as daring and thrilling… or as soaring and graceful action as they negotiate sleds FAMILY FUN DAY: Free family as they want,” General Manager Rolf Paegert said. “It will quickly along a quarter-mile track with event in downtown Riverside, at become one of the favorite rides in the park. And because each flight banked turns and long straight- the museums and library, with is different, our guests will want to ride it again and again.” aways. The site features snow- hands-on activities. Held on the The new DragonFlyers is based on a classic amusement ride and first Sunday of each month. time and summer activities. The is manufactured by Larson Manufacturing, Inc. With a medieval Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain is Admission is free. Event runs theme and dramatic fire-breathing dragon graphics, it consists of located on the boulevard in Big from 1pm to 4pm. eight suspended ride carriages each holding two people. As the Bear Lake, 1/4 mile west of the FIESTA VILLAGE: Has two minia- Village shopping area, home to ture golf courses, race cars, the DragonFlyers begin rotating, centrifugal force swings the cable-sus- 60 specialty stores. 800 Wild largest batting cage facility in pended carriages outward and upward to a diameter of 85 feet. The Rose Lane. Call (909) 866-4626. Southern California, amusement DragonFlyers soar through the sky in a dizzying arc up to 35 miles ASTRONOMY VILLAGE: The per hour. In the front of each ride carriage is a large vertical wing Village is located at 2001 that riders can move from side to side to control the movement of Observatory Way, off Hwy. 18, Continued on page 25 the vehicle. As the wing is moved, the ride carriage swings inward or outward while still traveling around the central axis. As the riders flying skills develop, the wing movements can be timed at the apex of the arc to allow dramatic turns with high speed dives up and down throughout the ride. Older guests can often create their flight pattern that is extremely intense filled with thrilling swoops and fast, arcing turns while younger children or parents may prefer to fly their ride in a much calmer pattern with less movement up and down. This is Castle Parks 28th ride, join- ing well known favorites such as the BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! Fireball and Merlin’s Revenge rollercoast- Twelve Buck Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday! ers, The Dragons’ Tower, The Log Ride, $12 for unlimited Video Games, Miniature Sea Dragon and The Golf and Cosmic Golf King’s Crown. For younger kids, Castle Add unlimited rides for only $9 more! Park has many rides that parents can ride with their children including the Castle Park Prices are per Railroad, Antique Cars and a classic 1904 Merry Go Round. person, per day. Excludes Castle Park also includes a 3,000sf video arcade and one of the redemption games, region’s best and largest miniature golf courses. The Castle Park Ride prize games, and $2.00 OFF! batting cages. Ride Park is open daily. The Castle Park arcade and miniature golf cours- restrictions apply. One coupon per person. No photocopies. Offer valid on es are open daily. Ride operating golf, rides or wristband purchases only. Not valid toward hours and food, beverages or tokens. Not valid toward birthday or The unlimited ride wristband includes unlimited use of 27 rides group packages. Expires August 31, 2008. availability vary, and attractions excluding arcade, skill games and mini golf. Tickets please call ahead. can be bought online at a special savings and for more information, 1500 West 7th Street, Upland, CA 91786 visit Castlepark.com. Castle Park is owned by Palace Entertainment. 909 946-9555 x 11 • www.Boomersparks.com

24 July, 2008 INLAND ENTERTAINMENT REVIEW Kid Stuff Knott’s new thrills a summer must oday, more than ever, value matters. And for generations, time excitement for pint-sized Knott’s Berry Farm has stood for family entertainment thrillseekers. Lucy’s Tugboat is a value, making it an ideal destination for summer fun. This rockin’ and rollin’ seafaring summer, Knott’s Berry Farm delivers first-class thrills with adventure, and Charlie Brown Tan all-new roller coaster, Pony Express. Unlike any other coaster experi- Speedway sets the pace for ear- ence, riders will straddle their steeds as they launch from zero to 38- to-ear grins. Plus, there’s the miles-per-hour in less than three seconds, while navigating high- Huff and Puff pedal cars, the banked turns, camel backs and tight maneuvers. Red Baron airplane ride, and For more action and excitement, Knott’s exhilarating coasters are much more. not to be missed. Silver Bullet is the longest and tallest suspended When a break from all the coaster in the west, while Supreme Scream lifts daring riders 30 stories action is called for, Knott’s steps straight up only to blast them back down in a mere three seconds. up with fantastic live shows. GhostRider is a classic wooden coaster that has become a Southern Catch Snoopy’s Big BOW California favorite, and Sierra Sidewinder, Knott’s first-of-its-kind spin- WOW Ice Show at the Charles ning roller coaster, is never the same trip twice. And there’s Xcelerator, M. Schulz Theatre, and don’t Saddle up for the Pony Express, Knott’s a hot rod coaster that’s always a high-octane rush. miss the jaw-dropping stunts at Berry Farm’s newest attraction. Knott’s also offers plenty of rides and attractions to keep the little the All Wheels Extreme Show, ones entertained for an entire day. Home of the Peanuts gang, Camp featuring high-flying BMX bikers, in-line skaters and skateboarders. Snoopy is a place where parents can join their children and share in the Knott’s Berry Farm continues to deliver world-class thrills as well as fun. Inspired by the majesty and beauty of California's High Sierras, affordable family fun. Knott’s is just a short drive away in nearby this six-acre kid's Mecca boasts more than 30 attractions for the young Orange County, located at 8039 Beach Boulevard in the city of Buena and the young at heart. Park. For operating hours and attractions availability, call (714) 220- Timberline Twister, Camp Snoopy’s kiddie roller coaster, offers big- 5200 or visit knotts.com.

Continued from page 24 rides, Lazer Odyssey, arcade and waterpark. 1405 E. Washington St., Colton, (909) 824-1111. www.FiestaVillage.com. JURUPA MOUNTAINS CULTURAL CENTER: 7621 Granite Hill Dr., in Riverside. (951) 685-5818. KIDZONE YOUTH MUSEUM: 123 S. Carmalita St., Downtown Hemet. (951) 765-1223. www.kidzone.org. MOONRIDGE ANIMAL PARK: Commonly called the Big Bear Zoo, located in Big Bear Lake across from Bear Mountain Ski Resort. Park admission is $5 for adults, $4 for seniors, age 60 and over, and $4 for children ages 3-10; kids under age 3 are free. The park is open daily and hours Sept. through May are 10 am – 4pm Monday through Friday, and until 5pm on weekends. June-Aug., daily 10am-5pm. www.BigBearZoo.com. (909) 878-4200. SPECIAL PLACE: Children’s hands-on museum in San Bernardino. Activities for kids, exhibits, crafts and more. Admission $5 per per- son. (909) 881-1201. aspchildrensmuseum.com. SUMMER DAY CAMP AT RILEY’S FARM: From June 2 through Aug. 29, a special historical day camp in Oak Glen at Riley’s Farm. SUMMER SPLASH: A summer kids adventure program at the Grove Community Church, July 7-11, 9am to Noon. Cost is $25 per child. 19900 Grove Community Dr., Riverside. (951) 571-9090 x2425. Valid June 20 thru September 14, 2008 UNIVERSAL STUDIOS HOLLYWOOD: 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City. Directions: Take I-10 West to Highway 101 North to Universal Studios Boulevard and follow the signs. (818) 622-3801 or (818) 508-9600. universalstudios.com. YWCA SUMMER PROGRAM: The Riverside YWCA is offering a summer kids program. For more information, call (951) 687-9922. 8172 Magnolia Avenue, Riverside. For more fun events, see the What To Do section on page 28. IER

July, 2008 INLAND ENTERTAINMENT REVIEW 25 Seeing in a Different Light! www.InlandReview.com Primitive astronomical observation was defined by man’s physical limitations for thousands of years. Seeing with the naked eye relies on a specific spectrum of light which humans are equipped to see. If the light reflected or emitted by an object is not within this spectrum, we can’t see it. However, objects in space emit another kind of light...infrared light. Infrared light (the spectrum below the red end of visible Read the latest light) can be seen with special telescopes. Visible light passes through Earth’s atmosphere easily and allows us to see the Sun, stars, planets, aster- issues, and oids, and comets. But the Earth’s atmosphere blocks most infrared light from our view. Placing infrared telescopes on high mountain peaks and sending infrared equipment into space has conquered that prob- lem. back issues, of The ability to detect and analyze infrared radiation has dramatically influenced our view of the Universe. There are huge clouds of dust and gas in space which block visible light and prevent us from the Inland “seeing” inside and beyond them. Infrared light passes through these clouds and is detected with modern technology, allowing us to study incredible things like the life cycle of stars, molecular clouds, and extra Entertainment solar planets. Shed more light on the subject of astronomy and space exploration with the SkyQuest Public Program in July at the Lake Arrowhead MSAS Astronomy Village. Programs start at 8pm and end at 10pm, and Review online! include an entertaining slide/lecture, question and answer period, laser tour of the night sky, and a visit to the Robert Brownlee Observatory, weather permitting. Topics for this month include: “Astronomy ABC’s,” FREE THEATER • EVENTS • KIDS’ FUN • RECREATION • CASINOS OVER $100 PONSNS Inland ININ COCOUUPO July 12, and “How to Use a Telescope,” July 26. NTERTAINMENT INSIDEINSIDE E pire’s Guide to Fun REVIEW The Inland Em For additional information and ticket reserva- ber, 2006 Novem tions, call (909) 336-1699 or visit www.mountain- skies.org. The MSAS Astronomy Village is located just off State Hwy. 18, east of the Blue Jay turnoff next to ‘Tis the Rim High School. MSAS is a non profit, public benefit Season Festival of Trees kicks corporation and is not affiliated or associated with off the Christmas season in Riverside Photo by NASA/JPL/Caltech. any commercial business that attempts to replicate Spend a Day s With Thoma Orion Constellation seen in visible and infrared light. e its presentations or programs. at Orange Empir Railway Museum

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26 July, 2008 INLAND ENTERTAINMENT REVIEW Ten bucks buys a day of play on July 17 at Big Bear’s Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain njoy an inexpensive day of play when pokes, riders go as fast or slow as they want you take the family to Alpine Slide at on the Alpine Slide. Magic Mountain in beautiful Big Bear After hot fun on the Alpine Slide, cool Lake on Thursday, July 17, for an off on the adjacent double water slide. Two Eentire day that costs less than ten bucks and flumes of cascading, refreshing water take includes a hot dog lunch. sliders through a myriad of banked, twisting “Slide Day,” held in conjunction with turns before splashing them into the solar KOLA-FM, features a live broadcast from heated pool below. It’s a great way to beat Alpine Slide, home of the famous Olympic- the heat, and rides are just a buck each in style bobsled ride of the same name. For only Big Bear, 10 rides for $8, or an all -day pass $9.99, each Slide Day guest receives an all-day costs only $12. Parents who don’t want to pass for the double water slide—a $12 valuein play don’t have to pay; they can soak up rays itself—plus two trips down the signature Alpine on one of two outdoor decks or spread a Slide bobsleds, a spin on the Putt `N Around blanket on the grass while the kids have fun. Go-Karts, and 18 holes on the adjoining minia- For a relaxing change of pace enjoy a ture golf course. The Slide Day deal even round on the Putt `N Around miniature golf includes hot dog, soda and bag of chips for course, with rolling greens, water hazards, even penalty-stroke “sand traps.” Then for more video games and a family-priced snack bar that lunch. It’s a $35 value for an entire day of fami- includes an old-fashioned Breyers ice cream ly fun. fast fun, ride the Putt `N Around Go-Karts, each equipped with 5.5 horsepower Honda counter. The bobsleds feature ball-bearing wheels Alpine Slide stays open to 9pm on Fridays that glide down the two quarter-mile long motors and an array of safety features including three-point harness restraints, hydraulic disk and Saturdays for late-night fun, while the go- tracks filled with banked turns and long karts and golf course are open nightly to 8pm. straightaways. The experience is much the same brakes, rack and pinion steering and padded steering wheels. The tirelined track sports hair Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain is open as bobsledding, as riders lean into turns and daily, on Big Bear Blvd. 1/4 mile west of the control their speed with the brake. Whether pin and high banked turns as riders circle under the pines. Village Shopping Area in Big Bear Lake. For they’re Olympians in training or certified slow IER Alpine Slide also has an indoor lodge with information call (909) 866-4626.

Summer just got cooler at Canyon Crest Towne Centre For the past two months, families have enjoyed coming to the Canyon Crest Towne Centre in Riverside, enjoying dinner, shopping and relaxing while listening to some wonderful musical entertain- ment, and children enjoying making crafts. There is only a month of Tuesdays left for the Summer Just Got Cooler entertainment program, from 6:30pm to 8:30pm. The July schedule includes: • July 1, enjoy rock n’roll with the Average White Haired Band “Direct from Keep Your Day Job Tour.” (www.averagewhb.com) • July 8, back by popular demand, The Followers performing their original music. • July 15, piano music of 9-year-old Laura Burton. • July 22, popular local group Them Movus per- forming in their own style of progressive rock, pop and jazz (www.themnovus.com) • July 29, The Followers return to close out the summer musical entertainment series For more information, call the Canyon Crest Towne Centre at (951) 686-1222.

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Big Bear’s Cool Summer Spot! Waterslide opens Memorial Weekend!

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Your Alpine Slide experience begins with a scenic chairlift ride above the beautiful Big Bear Lake. Then, with you controlling the speed, your toboggan plummets back down the mountain creating a thrill you’ll want to relive again and again! Parents Pay only if they play! Parents...sun on our spacious deck while the kids play! Year-round family fun with 300 clear days a year!

Go Carts • Video Games • Delicious Snack Bar 2 hours from most Southern California cities; 3 hours from Las Vegas The Lake Is Full! All Roads are Open! On Big Bear Blvd. • Big Bear Lake • 1/4 mile west of the village • Family Fun! www.alpineslidebigbear.com