RIVERSIDE: Road Runners work to keep fit simply

By Chrystal Alegria
Contributing Writer

While gyms with monthly fees, personal trainers and supplements are popular, but often costly, tools used to meet fitness goals, a Riverside group has found it refreshing to get back to basics, lacing up its running shoes and running or walking outdoors.

Formed in 2010, the Riverside Road Runners is a running, walking and fitness club that originated with the Loma Linda Lopers but branched apart when the group grew. Members receive training, work toward fitness goals and form friendships.

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RIVERSIDE: HIV/AIDS awareness fundraiser to feature comedy, jazz

By Chrystal Alegria
Contributing Writer

The stand-up antics of Coachella Valley-based comedian Richard Weiss and the smooth vocals of jazz singer and musician Rose Mallett will be the highlights of “Up On the Roof – Pasta & All That Jazz” at Riverside City Hall’s Grier Pavilion on Saturday.

The dinner is a benefit for Bent Not Broken Inspired, a nonprofit theater collective that aims to create HIV/AIDS awareness and empower both the African American and LGBT communities.

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RIVERSIDE: Mayor makes a dash, then a splash

By Chrystal Alegria
Contributing Writer

Riverside Mayor William “Rusty” Bailey took the first-place trophy – and an unexpected soaking – as he beat six city council members during the sixth annual Regatta and Hot Dog BBQ at Fairmount Park on Saturday.

“Finally! It took me five years,” said the mayor. “I got a little water in the boat. That was fun!”

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RIVERSIDE: Restaurant week expands beyond downtown

By Chrystal Alegria
Contributing Writer

Please your palate, tickle your taste buds and dine decadently at local eateries during Riverside’s Restaurant Week, which begins Friday, June 20, and continues through Sunday, June 29.

More than 60 restaurants are participating in Restaurant Week, and the list is still growing, Riverside Mayor Rusty Bailey said at the event preview at the Mission Inn last on June 13.

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FONTANA: Historic cars race in the spotlight

By Chrystal Alegria
Contributing Writer

Vintage sports cars will roar around the track during the Historic Sports Car Festival next weekend at the Auto Club Speedway in Fontana.

“People can get into the pit and talk to the drivers, which is a big advantage,” said Ed Swart, event coordinator.

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Ontario girl, 6, opens a special cafe

By Chrystal Alegria
Contributing Writer

Ever since she could remember, Amina Ihmud has dreamed of being a chef. When she’s not cooking in her toy kitchen, the 6-year-old from Ontario spends hours watching the Food Network.

A bright child with an electric, dimpled smile, Amina is living with leukemia. She was diagnosed with the disease in March 2013.

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RIVERSIDE: Homegrown Saturation Fest returns with new music, art

By Chrystal Alegria

Contributing Writer

Immerse yourself in art and music as Saturation Fest returns to downtown Riverside. A plethora of concerts, films, workshops and exhibitions will be held Friday and throughout the weekend at various venues. A special preview will be held Thursday night.

Now in its 14th year, the do-it-yourself-style festival is organized by a group of artists and musicians, many of whom are based in the Inland Empire.

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