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Sociologist to Discuss “Jalos USA” Feb. 17 Alfredo Mirandé's New Book Finds That Connection to Native Community in Mexico Fuels Success for Immigrants in Turlock, CA Alfredo Mirandé, professor of sociology and ethnic studies at the University of California, Riverside, will discuss his book “Jalos USA: Transnational Community and Identity” (University of Notre Dame Press, 2014) on Tuesday, Feb. 17, from 6 to 8 p.m. at UC Riverside, Highlander Union Building 302S. The event is free and open to the public. Parking in Lot 1 costs $5. Light refreshments will be provided. For generations, immigrants from the Mexican town of Jalostotitlán, Jalisco, have migrated between their native community — which they call “Jalos” — and Turlock in California’s Central Valley. Mirandé’s book examines this circular pattern of migration and how the ability of these migrants to stay connected to their native roots facilitates success in the United States.
Sociologist Alfredo Mirandé will discuss his latest book, “Jalos USA: Transnational Community and Identity,” at UCR on Feb 17 - Courtesy Photo
Mirandé made numerous trips to Turlock and Jalostotitlán beginning in 2006 to observe and interview migrants who identify themselves as “being from Jalos.” Among others, he interviewed youth in Jalos and Turlock, as well as priests and social service providers. He examined courtship,
family, gender, and culture of this community and their impact on identity that transcends both the border and traditional national identities. He also identified an emerging ideology he calls “El Que Quiere, Puede” (“Those Who Want, Please see page 2
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Off the Wall is Back at Riverside Art Museum The Art Alliance of the Riverside Art Museum (RAM) proudly presents “Romancing Art” at Off The Wall at the Riverside Art Museum. The Opening Night Gala and Sale is Friday, Feb. 20 from 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Tickets are $25. Come and enjoy French food, music, and wine, and sweep the art that catches your eye right “off the wall” and into your waiting arms. It is a rare opportunity to purchase original pieces of art at the VERY reasonable price of $100, $200, or $300. This is a great chance for new collectors and for seasoned collectors alike. Buy your ticket to the Opening Night Gala and Sale to have the best chance to take home the one you want before someone else does! Doors open for paid Gala guests at 6:00 p.m., but sponsors get in before that. To purchase tickets or become a sponsor, email Emmanuelle Reynolds
Fire Destroys Church, But May Be a Blessing By Vickie Vértiz Flames shot from the church roof; a tall cross sideby-side flames in an impressive and destructive fire in Riverside last week. A three-alarm rapid blaze tore through that church early Sunday morning, according to ABC News. Firefighters from the City
of Riverside responded to a call at approximately 1 a.m. in the morning and arrived at the Riverside Living Word Church on Cedar and 11th streets. Firefighters first put out the fire on the roof, but were not able to put out the fire completely before the “flames forced them
off,” reported ABC. Shortly after exiting the church, the roof collapsed and an aerial fire attack was employed using two trucks with long ladders. The Fire Department called the event a “structure Please see page 4
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Can”), which inspires Jalos residents to pursue a Mexican version of the American Dream and asserts that those who are motivated and hard-working can succeed in the U.S. “‘Being from Jalos,’ regardless of one’s place of birth or immigration status, is facilitated by biannual religious fiestas that reinforce identification with a global transnational community,” Mirandé explained when the book was published last year. “Religious-based fiestas bring residents back to the community on pilgrimages that serve not only to promote a transnational Jalos identity but also as a dating and marriage market for young people.” His study also focuses on the role religion has played in a strongly Catholic region of Mexico that has a turbulent past and was at the center of the Cristero War, a counterrevolution against the anti-cler-
ic policies of the ruling Mexican government in the 1920s and 1930s. He also examined the community’s veneration of and devotion to Toribio Romo, a young priest and Cristero War martyr from Jalos, popularly known as El Padre Pollero, or the patron saint of undocumented migrants. Mirandé is the author of a number of books, including “The Stanford Law Chronicles: Doin’ Time on the Farm” (2007), “Gringo Justice” (1987), and “The Chicano Experience” (1985), all published by the University of Notre Dame Press The lecture and book signing are co-sponsored by UCR Chicano Student Programs and the departments of Ethnic Studies and Sociology, and UC MEXUS. For more information contact Chicano Student Programs at (951) 827-3821.
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Applications Being Accepted for Police Dept's Juvenile Intervention Program The Riverside Police Department's Community Services Bureau is accepting applications for its next scheduled juvenile intervention program. O.W.E. - Opportunity With Education was created to provide education and mentoring to our youth through positive interactions with police officers, educators, prosecutors, and other professionals, rather than the influences from the culture of criminal elements. This is not a boot camp or "scared straight" type program, but one designed to positively redirect "at-risk" youth between the ages of 12 to17 (middle & high school age) through topic lectures, tours, physical fitness, community service, and close order drill. Choices and consequences will be stressed throughout the program, and the opportunity to build selfesteem, leadership qualities, and change to positive social behaviors will be available to all participants which will aid in breaking the cycle of criminal behavior, while encouraging them toward success. The goal of O.W.E. is to help parents and their children bring a sense of family back to their homes. The parent(s) & legal guardian(s) of program participants must fully support O.W.E. and the staff for their child to be enrolled, and are required to attend the morning session of each class for group counseling and topic lectures. We are currently accepting applications for the next session starting early March 2015. O.W.E. is held at California Baptist University from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. each Saturday for fifteen consecutive weeks. The O.W.E. program takes place twice a year from September to December and February to May, with applica-
tions accepted throughout the year. The O.W.E. program is free to participating families and you do not need to be a resident of Riverside to apply. To apply online, please go to www.rpdonline.org/owe. For questions or inquiries, please email rpdowe@riversideca. gov. Opportunity With Education (OWE) is a collaborative effort between law enforcement and community-based organizations. The 15 week program is designed to positively redirect male and female atrisk" youth between the ages of 12 17 (Middle & High School ages). Choices and consequences will be stressed throughout the program. The program will build self-esteem and encourage the participant toward success. Parent participation is mandatory. Class Topics and Activities • Social Media I Internet Safety • Physical Training • Parenting Classes • Individual Counseling • Juvenile Law • Character Building • Drugs I Marijuana Classes are on Saturdays between 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. The parent's program is from 8:00 a.m - 11:00 a.m. Saturday sessions for the participants will encompass physical training and drills, life skills, educational tours, community service, and topic lectures. Parents are responsible for transportation to and from the program. Learn more about the program and apply online today! Riverside Police Department and Community Services Bureau, rpdowe@riversideca.gov. For more Information, go to www.rpdonhne.org/owe.
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at mr1776@sbcglobal.net or Suzy Clem at suzyclem5@hotmail.com. The sale continues for everyone beginning Saturday, Feb. 21, until Wednesday, Feb. 25. “Romancing Art” at Off the Wall is a fundraiser for the Riverside Art Museum. The Art Alliance of the Riverside Art Museum is the non-profit fundraising arm of the museum and hosts many events all year long to keep art alive in Riverside. Off the Wall schedule: Art Intake: Sunday, Feb. 15, from 12:00 noon – 5:00 p.m., and Tuesday, Feb. 17, from 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Artists’ Reception: Thursday, Feb. 19, from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Opening Night Gala and Sale: Friday, Feb. 20, from 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Sale Ends: Wednesday, Feb. 25, 4:00 p.m. (On this last day, all sales are 25% off.) Art Pickup: Friday, Feb. 27, and Saturday, Feb. 28, from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Artist Guidelines: Artists receive 50% of the price of the artwork. If you are currently a RAM member, you may submit up to five pieces of original art. All pieces must be priced at $100, $200, or $300, and at least one of the pieces must be priced at $100. If you are not currently a member of RAM, you may submit up to three pieces of original art. Again, all pieces must be priced at $100, $200, or $300 and at least one must be priced at $100. If you are interested in becoming an artist member of RAM, go to: wwww.riversideartmuseum. org/membership. All styles and mediums are welcome. Artwork must be framed/ready-to-hang and securely wired with D-rings or eyehooks and hanging wire. Pieces are to be labeled with
artist’s name and title of work (a business card works great). For more information, please visit http://www.riversideartmuseum.org/events/romancing-artwall/. Artists may contact Anita Silvestri at anita12s@att.net or Susan Dieterich at susandieterich@sbcglobal.net with any questions. RAM relies on the generosity of members and donors to support its exhibitions, education programs, and special events. A 60-plus-year-old, private, non-profit cultural arts institution housed in a National Historic 1929 build-
ing designed by Hearst Castle and AIA Gold Medal-winning architect Julia Morgan, the museum welcomes over 50,000 visitors a year. The museum is open Tuesday – Saturday, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and Sunday, 12:00 noon – 4:00 p.m. For information on exhibits, events, classes, memberships, or sponsorship opportunities, visit www. RiversideArtMuseum.org. Find us on Facebook (www. facebook.com/riversideartmuseum), Twitter (RAMRiverside), Instagram (@riversideartmuseum), and Pinterest (www.pinterest.com/ramarts).
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fire” in an incident report released to the press. The reported noted that the church is a historical building erected in the 1920s. “The first arriving engine company reported heavy smoke and fire venting from the roof of a large single story church,” said the report. After two hours with 38 firefighters present, the fire was contained. Luckily, just one civilian and two firefighters suffered minor injuries. The church pastors assessed the damage and now the Arson Investigation Team and an investigator from Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms are conducting an investigation. “The fire began in an electrical junction box near the ceiling of the main … assembly area,” read the preliminary investigation report quoted by The Press-Enterprise. The estimated losses are staggering: $2.5 million. "We do [not] know how it happened," Staley told the paper. "But we do know that [is] where it happened." Sunday services were held downtown in The Showcase area of the Fox Performing Arts Center, said the Enterprise. "They helped me get off the streets and addiction,"
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23-year-old Ashley Cruz, a resident of the church-run home for women told the reporter. "This church is where we got saved.” Before the service ended, added the paper, a city councilman pledged to “help them find a temporary home," Ward One Councilman Mike Gardner announced. Gardner said he would speak to county officials about using an old church on a city property on Fourteenth Street that “The Press-Enterprise sold to Riverside County in 2013,”
said the article. Gardner had other ideas for space usage if his first idea does not work. During the service on Sunday, city firefighters created a touching moment when they came and delivered the original pulpit from the church. They also brought a sign that read “Pray-Believe-Expect.” "It hurts to see it, but we know that God has something bigger and better for us," Pastor Edgy Gallegos told ABC. "God works in mysterious ways." Although the building served as a church its entire life, Gallegos told the paper, it had become too small for the congregation. The total square footage of the church and its basement was 30,000 square feet, the pastor estimated to the Enterprise. For their future home, he hoped for a larger space. "Our building is paid off. We [are] debt-free," he said. Matt Haase, a neighbor, told the paper that the church had "... helped a lot of people." He lived across the street. "There was a lot of energy to the place. Everybody was very positive."
Magnolia Grade Separation In January, the Riverside County Transportation Department (RCTD) made the difficult decision to close Magnolia Avenue -- both directions from Lincoln Street to Buchanan Street in Riverside. There have been a number of recent incidents of cars stopping on the railroad tracks when the traffic signals at either Lincoln or Buchanan streets turn red during peak traffic hours. Safety concerns for motorists and pedestrians require Magnolia Avenue to be fully closed for approximately one year in order to complete the construction project. Safety is the number one priority; therefore, to ensure public safety the road has closed. Business access will be maintained for businesses during this closure period. Appropriate signage will be installed informing the public that all businesses will be open. Detours will remain in place until the new bridge opens. For more information contact: Dennis Greenwww.rcprojects. org/magnolia or (909) 800-0451.
Farmer’s Market Every Saturday The Riverside Downtown Farmers Market is a place for area farmers to sell their seasonal crops directly to customers. Located on the Main St. Riverside between 5th & 6th, in the arts and culture district. Shop for fresh fruits, vegetables, flowers, cheese, fresh baked bread and other specialty food items. Open every Saturday from 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.