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Starbucks and Boys & Girls Club Youth Unite

Photo Courtesy of: Joy Juedes

Participants dance the merengue and Viennese waltz at Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Redlands-Riverside’s Waterman Gardens site in San Bernardino as part of the Club’s summer Youth for Unity program.

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Starbucks manager Regina Erickson demonstrates a dance with Aaron Garcia at Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Redlands-Riverside’s Waterman Gardens site in San Bernardino as part of the Club’s summer Youth for Unity program.

By Joy Juedes, Community Writer
July 16, 2015 at 04:57pm. Views: 109

Starbucks employees are facilitating the Youth For Unity program for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Redlands-Riverside this summer. Regina Erickson, a supervisor at a Redlands Starbucks, and barista Stephanie Nunez-Rivera are teaching youth in Redlands and San Bernardino about culture using dance. In a recent session, they did the waltz and the merengue together, and Erickson spoke about the origin of the dance and the country it came from. “Do you know where you came from?” she asked Club members. “I want you to know where you came from. So we’re doing a different dance from a different place, and maybe one of these dances is from where you’re from. It’s good to know your background.” Another benefit to the program is the exercise, Erickson said. After the session, they served Club members Passion iced tea. “I’m hoping to diversify their minds in a musical way,” Erickson said. “Hopefully they find out information about where they’re from, and it helps them learn things about the world.” She said it’s fun to help Club members experience something new and feel they’ve accomplished something. And for some members, “Hopefully it becomes a hobby and a passion,” said Erickson, who used to be a professional ballroom dancer with Arthur Murray Dance Centers. The Club’s Youth For Unity program is aimed at helping youth cultivate individuality, build cultural identity and appreciate diversity. The dance sessions started in June and are running through the end of July. “This program has helped our youth and teens recognize and celebrate each person’s unique contributions, and Starbucks volunteer support comes at a perfect time when so much is happening in the world,” said Club Vice President Mark Davis.

Dignity Health Sets New Standard in Prostate Cancer Care

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By Ruby Stephenson, Community Writer

September 21, 2026 at 08:28am. Views: 57

A patient discusses diagnostic imaging and personalized prostate cancer treatment options with his oncology care team.

September Preparedness Month

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By Ruby Stephenson, Community Writer

September 16, 2026 at 09:03am. Views: 282

Inland Empire families are encouraged to prepare for emergencies by keeping essential supplies on hand, including water, nonperishable food, flashlights, first-aid supplies and necessities for pets. National Preparedness Month serves as a reminder for residents across San Bernardino and Riverside counties to make a plan before disaster strikes.

Hosting Tips to Make Your Celebrations More Festive

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By BPT, Community Writer

September 16, 2026 at 09:03am. Views: 293

Turn up the music, bring out the bold flavors, and let vibrant dishes like this set the stage for a fiesta your guests won’t forget.

GTHS Athlete of the Week: Naomi Aurora Huerta

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By Titan Mom Elvira, Community Writer

September 16, 2026 at 09:03am. Views: 536

GTHS Athlete of the Week Naomi Aurora Huerta, 14-year-old Freshman with the GTHS girls flag football, is making her mark both on the field and in the classroom.