W e e k l y COLTON COURIER Features, Lifestyle & News You Can Use!
Vol 143, NO. 30
THIS WEEK Gloria’s Corner
Paul Rasso nominated for Men of Distinction Award
Americana Celebration at A.K. Smiley Library Days A7
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PHOTO/STACY EHRESMANN Paul Rasso (center-right) with his wife Elizabeth (center-left), his daughter Cecilia (right) and friend Stacy Ehresmann (left.
By Anthony Victoria
olton Joint Unified School District (CJUSD) office repair technician and Colton Parks and Recreation com-
Many Join in Community Memorial Day Event
missioner Paul Rasso explained upbringing. that it is in his nature to help oth- “I get a fulfillment in my heart. ers. The California School It’s all about doing the right Employees Association (CSEA) thing,” Rasso surmised. “I instill a member of the year said it is something he learned from his humble Rasso cont. on next page
Xtreme Summer Camp to take place through June 24
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Members of the Colton Fire Explorer program.
By Anthony Victoria
he Colton Fire Department hosted 50 middle school students during their annual “Xtreme Summer Camp”, which
began on Tuesday June 16 and will continue through June 24. The camp is offered in conjunction with the Colton, Redlands, and Yucaipa ROP. Firefighters volunteer their time
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to teach subjects including: fire chemistry, methods of extinguishment, mathematics specific to firefighting and paramedicine, and Fire cont. on next page
June 18, 2015
Summer Movies in the Park in Colton
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re you looking for FREE fun activities for the whole family?! The Colton Community Services Department is announcing the lineup for the 2015 Movies in the Park series. The Movies in the Park program is a great chance for Colton residents to come together with family and friends and watch a movie for FREE. All Movies begin at dusk, approximately 8:15pm. All movies are shown in the City of Colton. The evening events will include Wii games on the big screen, jumper, info booth and snack bar opportunities in addition to the main feature film. Come early to pick your favorite spot and enjoy the snack bar and fun activities. Participants are also encouraged to join the movie Passport incentive. Collect a Passport at the first movie and get it stamped for all seven flicks to receive a special prize. Passports are available for children ages 3-17 and can be picked up during the movie at the information booth. The Movies in the Park schedule is as follows: • June 19 - Paddington -Fleming Park, 525 La Cadena Drive, Colton CA • June 26 - Boxtrolls -Veterans Park, 290 O Street, Colton CA • July 3 - Freebirds -Davis Park, 1055 Laurel Drive, Colton CA • July 17 – Big Hero 6 -Fleming Park, 252 La Cadena Drive, Colton CA • July 24 – Frozen (Sing-ALong) -Rich Dauer Park, 955 Torrey Pines Drive, Colton CA • July 31 – Space Jam -Rancho Mediterranean, 700 East Washington Street, Colton CA • August 7 – Cinderella (2015) – Princess Night! -Fleming Park, 525 La Cadena Drive, Colton CA -Dress up as your favorite princess for the Annual Princess Night. For more information please call the Gonzales Community Center at 909 370-6153.