COLTON COURIER We ekly
Vol 151 , NO. 16
May 11, 202 3
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Colton City Council Recognizes 10th Annual Museum Day
By Dr. G (Dr. Luis S. González) community writer
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t the May 2 Council meeting, the Colton City Council recognized by proclamation the Colton Area Museum Day 10th Annual Recognition, formally set for May 6, 2023. The proclamation was presented to three Colton Area Museum Association (CAMA) Board of Directors members by Council Member Dr. G, a CAMA Life Member. The CAMA Board Members in attendance were Christina Perris, President; Jimmy Villegas, VicePresident; and George Aguilar, Board Member. Since 1991, the Colton Area Museum has served as a community anchor for maintaining and preserving Colton’s rich history and cultural traditions. From buildings to sports stars
and public safety to Colton High School, the museum has established an incredible legacy of displays and historical information that spurs the curiosity of just about everyone. Board Member Frank Acosta explains, “The Colton Area Museum is a cultural treasure that we must preserve for Colton’s current and future residents and visitors. The history of Colton is the history of its people-our collective history.”
Over the last three years, the museum has been shuttered, first due to the pandemic but subsequently due to the remodeling efforts spurned on by a state-sponsored grant that allowed the museum to upgrade its facilities, redesign its displays, and give the place, “a new look.” According to Museum and City officials, the target date for reopening the Museum, cont. next pg.
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Dr. G, Council Member and CAMA Life Member; George Aguilar, board Member; Christina perris, president; Jimmy Villegas, Vicepresident.
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photos by MANNY SANDOVAL
Viva La boba owners David Friedman and tansu philip standing in front of the forthcoming Redlands location at the corner of orange street and stuart Avenue. both Friedman and philip met the qualifications of Realicore Real Estate Group (who sold the property) by having a strong connection to the city; after three years of negotiations.
By Manny Sandoval
iva La Boba, the famous bubble tea shop known for helping revitalize downtown San Bernardino, is set to open a second location at 501 Orange Street in downtown Redlands.
The new shop will commence construction in the Summer of 2023 after being vacant for a decade, promising to deliver the same unique atmosphere, amenities, and commitment to the community that has made its San Bernardino location a local
favorite.
Owners David Friedman and Tansu Philip, both residents of Redlands, have played a significant role in bringing new energy and life to downtown San Bernardino since opening Viva La Boba in March 2019. They aim to bring their success and positive vibes to the Redlands community while maintaining their dedication to the original location.
"It's a trauma response when people ask if we're closing the San Bernardino location;
because so many businesses up and leave or close down in this city. So we want to assure everyone that we're not closing that location," said Philip.
The purchase of the Redlands location was highly intentional as it's in a walkable area, helping the business reduce its carbon footprint. In addition, plans in the forthcoming shop include solar panels and operating as a net-zero property, reflecting the owners' commitment to sustainability. Their previous environmentally-conscious Boba cont. next pg.