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ESRI’s Guide to Redlands A Unique and Livable Community

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2 WELCOME TO REDLANDS

2 ESRI’s Guide to Redlands

3 A Rich Heritage

5 Historic Redlands

6 ESSENTIAL INFORMATION

6 Tourist and New Resident Information

9 Getting Around

10 Getting to Redlands

11 Map of Redlands

12 RESTAURANT GUIDE

12 Where to Eat

15 PLACES TO GO, THINGS TO DO

15 Redlands for Free

16 Parks and Open Spaces

17 Exercise and Recreation

18 Performing Arts

19 Shopping

19 Museums

20 DAY TRIPS

20 Visit with Nature in the Local Mountains

20 Areas of Interest

20 A Note on the Weather

21 REAL ESTATE

21 Redlands Real Estate

Inside the Guide

Photo courtesy of A.K. Smiley Public Library

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Unless otherwise noted, all photos in this publication are by Eric Laycock and James Sorensen.

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Our Purpose

This guide presents a unique view of Redlands—and some of the most interesting, appealing, entertaining, and relaxing things to do in and around Redlands. We hope this information helps in planning a visit or a move to the area. All telephone numbers that appear in the guide fall under the 909 area code, and all sites are located in Redlands, unless otherwise noted.

Redlands—The Jewel of the Inland Empire

You’re out for a walk on a summer’s evening in Redlands. Strains of music float up from a performance at the outdoor Redlands Bowl several blocks away. A beautifully restored Victorian home sits on the corner, and you hear laughter from its open window. What kind of town is this, where free musical programs have been presented to the public for more than 80 years? Where one of the country’s largest museums of Abraham Lincoln memorabilia and artifacts is proudly maintained? What sort of town would pass a bond issue to buy open space for parks? Redlands is that rarity—the small town that has successfully blended past and present, modern and historic. This is the kind of place where you might stop to chat with the mayor while shopping at the local market or catch world-class bike racing at the annual spring Bicycle Classic.

The essence of Redlands as a small town does not, however, mean a lack of culture or educational opportunity. The University of Redlands, for example, is an exceptional educational and cultural institution. You can visit the university to hear a wide variety of convocational speakers, to see art shows, to hear classical concerts, or to watch the breathtaking Feast of Lights in December. The university is a cornerstone of the community, providing top-caliber undergraduate education as well as a high-quality graduate program. The School of Business offers evening classes in business administration geared toward working adults as well as one of the top teaching credential programs in California. Redlands is one of the oldest communities in Southern California. It was settled in 1881 and incorporated in 1888. It became a popular wintering spot

for wealthy East Coast residents, and from the 1880s to the 1950s it was also the heart of the largest navel orange-

producing region in the world. From the 1950s to the 1980s, the area was the home of Norton Air Force Base and many military families. The town now boasts a mix of businesses ranging from the western headquarters of La-Z-Boy to ESRI. From a population of less than 6,000 at the turn of the century to more than 70,000 today, Redlands has grown but still maintains its sense of place and history.

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ESRI’s Guide to Redlands

cLOSE UP

Welcome to ESRI, the world leader in geographic information system (GIS) technology. Founded in 1969 by Jack Dangermond—a Harvard-trained landscape architect—and his wife Laura, ESRI is a rapidly growing company with 2,500 employees in the U.S., 1,800 of whom are based at our Redlands headquarters. We have 10 regional offices as well as a number of satellite offices throughout the United States. Today, ESRI® software is installed at more than 300,000 client sites worldwide. Our goal is to provide public, private, and educational organizations with a system that will allow them to accomplish tasks more quickly and manage and use geographic information more efficiently than with any other system. Our reputation is built on contributing our technical knowledge, our special people, and our valuable experience to the collection, analysis, and communication of geographic information. A large part of ESRI’s success is attributed to its diverse, skilled employees who enjoy a unique, campus-like atmosphere, an outstanding benefits program, and a challenging, collaborative work environment.

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A Rich Heritage

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From its very beginning more than a century ago, Redlands has fostered a strong sense of community values. Its citizens have worked hard to create institutions that reflect its high ideals for family, education, responsibility, and civic pride. These, along with philanthropic behavior, are hallmarks of Redlands. The majority of Redlands’ early residents were from colder climates and wintered in the town to avoid the bitter weather of the East and Midwest. As a result, the area’s population swelled in the winter months and fell significantly during the hot summers.

Engineer and Stockbroker: A Winning Combination

Frank E. Brown and Edward G. Judson, the founders of Redlands, arrived in the area in 1877 from Connecticut and New York, respectively. Brown was a civil engineer, and Judson was a stockbroker. They were instrumental in developing Redlands. The most significant achievement of those early years may have been Brown’s development of the Bear Valley Dam above Redlands. Recognizing that Redlands, located in a semiarid region, would need a water supply, he organized the company to purchase the land and build the dam. It was renowned as a feat of engineering and cost $75,000 to complete. Brown was a youthful 28 years old when it was done. Judson and Brown also promoted Redlands through real estate development to both their and the town’s advantage.

Philanthropy and Hard Work: The Smiley Brothers in Redlands

Important contributions in the early history of Redlands also came from

Albert and Alfred Smiley. These identical twin brothers from upstate New York are known as the town’s “patron saints.” The brothers graced Redlands with unusual acts of philanthropy during their several decades here. They paid to have the city’s public library built in 1898, even borrowing money to have the building completed. As Andrew Carnegie told his “dear and honored friend” Albert Smiley, “I have paid for hundreds of libraries to be built, but your philanthropy has been a far greater labor of love—you have borrowed money to complete your library. You have gone further than I have.” The building, which is still used as the public library, has a place on the National Register of Historic Places and is a designated California State landmark.

The World’s Navel Orange Capital

While the philanthropic Smileys contributed to Redlands’ image as a small but well-to-do community, it was the citrus industry that had the most significant impact on the town. Redlands’ warm days and cold nights were the perfect climate for navel oranges, producing an exceptionally sweet and beautifully colored orange. Beginning in the late 1880s and continuing strongly until the late 1950s, Redlands was the heart of the largest navel orange producing region in the world. At one point Redlands boasted no fewer than 22 citrus packing houses, and it was the rare Redlander who was not involved in some way with the navel orange industry. In 1904, more than a million boxes of fruit were shipped out on 9,000 boxcars. As residential growth increased after World War II, citrus became less profitable and has now dwindled to two

packing houses in Redlands. However, stretches of dark green citrus groves can still be seen from the freeway while entering Redlands, and the ideal climate provides residents with a perfect setting for growing a wide variety of fruits and vegetables in their own yards.

The Asistencia and the Mission Fathers

At one point in the nineteenth century, the lands of the Mission San Gabriel stretched from Pasadena to Redlands. Because the distance was so great, the Mission fathers felt a need to have an outpost, or “assistance” post, at the outer reaches of their holdings. The Asistencia was begun around 1830 and was an estancia associated with the Mission San Gabriel. Today, it is a historic site with displays and regular programs. Mission influence is also seen today in the Mill Creek Zanja, the irrigation ditch built between 1819 and 1820 by Mission Indians. It meanders through Redlands, past the University of Redlands, and

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through Sylvan Park. The Zanja is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

“Redlands is a sight for the gods.” —Theodore Roosevelt

Presidents McKinley, Roosevelt, and Taft visited Redlands at various times. McKinley visited in 1901, with Redlands serving as a first point-of-entry stopover in California for his visit to the state. Theodore Roosevelt and his Rough Riders stopped over in 1903, and Roosevelt gave an address to the people of Redlands from the old Casa Loma Hotel (now the site of Stater Bros. on Colton Avenue). Roosevelt called Redlands “a sight for the gods.” Redlands’ last presidential visit was by William Howard Taft in 1909. Taft’s stopover was very brief, and he did not get out of his automobile for any length of time. A massive manhunt nearby for an outlaw Indian cut the visit short, and it was probably just as well—Taft concluded his remarks by confusing his locations and telling the crowd how beautiful Riverside was!

The Town Gets a University

Just after the turn of the century, Redlands’ guiding fathers realized that Redlands would be a perfect site for something critically important to their young town—a university. Originally Baptist-affiliated, the University of Redlands was started in 1907 and has continued strongly ever since.

Music Is for Everyone: Grace Mullen and the Redlands Bowl

The Redlands Bowl, a large 5,000-seat outdoor amphitheater in Smiley Park, was the idea of Mrs. Grace Stewart Mullen of Redlands. She believed that music was for

everyone, no matter what their background or social status, and that Bowl events should be free. It has remained so for more than 80 years, with voluntary financial contributions from a variety of donors underwriting the quarter-million-dollar tab each season. There are few better ways to pass a summer’s evening in Redlands—the crowds are always amiable, and the performances are first-rate.

The Pen and the Published Word: Literary Redlands

According to local historian Dr. Larry E. Burgess, a number of fine authors have lived in or written about Redlands. One of these was Harold Bell Wright, a best-selling author of the 1920s and 1930s. He lived in Redlands for two years, where he served as minister of the First Christian Church. His book The Eyes of the World, published in 1914, was a stinging indictment of Redlands’ social life at the time. The book was a thinly veiled satire of Redlands, with the fictitious town in question named “Fairlands.” The book was made into a movie by Clune Pictures in 1916, which downplayed the social foibles of Redlands and brought good publicity to the area. All was forgiven, although people speculated for years as to the identities of the main characters in the book. Other writers, such as Helen Hunt Jackson, have lived and worked in Redlands. A portion of her book Ramona was written in the Ben Barton House, one of the oldest structures in the county.

If Streets Could Talk: Redlands Roads and Their Stories

Many people driving through Redlands wonder why so many of the streets have names from the Chicago area: Dearborn, LaSalle, Michigan, Lansing, Brockton, State, and others. These names are due to the early arrival in Redlands of a group called “The Chicago Colony.” These individuals came from Illinois in the 1880s and settled near what is now East State Street, where they proceeded to buy up large tracts of land. In a nostalgic nod to the place they had left behind, they gave a number of the streets on the land they owned Chicago-area names. There are many other stories behind street names in Redlands. For instance, University Avenue, which is the off-ramp for the University of Redlands, is not named after that school at all, even though the university was founded in 1909. It was named after Stanford University! The land in that part of town was originally owned by Leland Stanford’s personal physician, Dr. J. D. B. Stillman. Dr. Stillman so admired Stanford that when choosing a name for the street running through his property, he named it as a tribute to his friend’s fledgling school up in Palo Alto. Roosevelt Street was named shortly after President Roosevelt’s 1903 visit. Olive, Fern, and Palm Avenues were named after the plants lining them, although palm trees dominate today. The city of Redlands has seen its share of growth over the years. However, unlike some cities in our vast nation, Redlands cherishes and respects her rich history.

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Historic Redlands

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1200 E. Colton Ave., 793-2121 The University of Redlands is one of the oldest and most respected private institutions in Southern California and celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2007. The school is a thriving private liberal arts college that offers many activities to students and the community alike. Illustrious graduates include Glen and Les Charles, producers and writers for television including the popular show Cheers; Robert Pierpoint, news correspondent; Conway Snyder, a key figure in America’s space program; Robert Adams, internationally renowned photographer; and honorary alumnus former secretary of state Warren Christopher. The Redlands Symphony Orchestra is another attraction of the university, and the school has a strong music program. The school presents about 200 other cultural events each year including theater, arts, music, and dance.

Kimberly Crest House & Gardens

1325 Prospect Drive, 792-2111Kimberly Crest is modeled after a French chateau and has been lovingly restored. In fact, only three families have lived in it since it was built in 1897 by Mrs. Cornelia Hill. It was bought by Mrs. Helen Kimberly and then Mrs. Elizabeth Shirk. For people familiar with Hollywood, the Magic Castle in Hollywood is an exact mirror image of Kimberly Crest. Tours are led by a group of volunteers, all of whom know the history of the house and grounds very well. The grounds themselves are a delight, consisting of six acres of formal Italian gardens and a producing citrus grove. Enter Kimberly Crest’s parking lot from Highland Avenue at the end of Alvarado Street.

Morey Mansion

190 Terracina Boulevard, 335-6657This beautiful Victorian home has been dubbed “America’s Favorite Victorian House” and has appeared in countless commercials, television shows, and movies. David Morey arrived in Redlands in 1882 to retire from carpentry and shipbuilding. His wife Sarah fronted the money for the house, and his building expertise is apparent throughout the Queen Anne-style Victorian. Actress Carole Lombard, a relative of Mrs. Helen Kimberly, is reported to have spent time at the Morey house, and one of the rooms is called “The Lombard Room.” The Morey Mansion is also a small bed-and-breakfast.

Asistencia Mission de San Gabriel

26930 Barton Road, 793-5402The Asistencia is operated by the San Bernardino County Museum and is well worth a visit. It was built between 1830 and 1834 by the Franciscan Fathers of Mission San Gabriel, whose enormous land holdings stretched from Pasadena to Redlands. The County of San Bernardino and several other groups have been instrumental in restoring the Asistencia. The restored structures house a wedding chapel and a museum.

Morey Mansion

Kimberly Crest

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Dry Cleaners and Launderers

Best Cleaners1600 E. Citrus Avenue, 794-3505Dutch Girl Cleaners & Laundry414 Tennessee Street, #K, 792-3630Las Palmas Cleaners1150 Brookside Avenue, #C, 798-3389Plaza Cleaners1556 Barton Road, 792-4912Redlands Cleaners700 E. Redlands Boulevard, 793-3502Tri-City Cleaners1434 W. Industrial Park Avenue, 798-3777

Tourist and New Resident Information

Redlands Chamber of Commerce

1 E. Redlands Boulevard, 793-2546If you are moving to Redlands, this should be the first place you call for information. The Chamber of Commerce can provide you with maps, brochures, and literature on the city and its environs. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable and can provide you with their personal information about the city and current events and activities.

Automobile Club of Southern California (AAA)

1330 Industrial Park Avenue, 793-3357If you’re a member of AAA anywhere in the United States, the Auto Club in Redlands can supply you with maps, literature, and discounts on events in Southern California.

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The RedlandsWeb.com site provides information on “all things Redlands” including information on events and local history.

Banks

Alta Vista Credit Union301 W. Redlands Boulevard, 335-62001235 Indiana Court, 335-8180Arrowhead Credit UnionESRI, Building A, 380 New York Street1580 Industrial Park Avenue, 792-2346Bank of America305 E. State Street, 381-2494Washington Mutual4 W. Redlands Boulevard, 793-4450Provident Financial Corp.125 E. Citrus Avenue, 793-2992First California Bank 218 E. State Street, 798-3611CitiBank300 E. State Street, 793-2391Wells Fargo Bank220 E. State Street, 793-2955

Day Care

Kinder Care Learning Centers Inc. 1609 Calvary Circle, 798-2987Montessori School 1890 Orange Avenue, 793-6989Redlands Day Nursery 1041 E. Brockton Avenue, 792-2463YMCA of the East Valley500 E. Citrus Avenue, 798-9622

All telephone numbers that appear in the guide fall under the 909 area code, and all sites are located in Redlands, unless otherwise noted. ESRI has made every attempt to provide the most accurate, up-to-date information available in this guide; however, please be aware that the information may have changed since publication.

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Emergencies

Medical, Police, or FireDial 911 for police, fire, and ambulance in an emergency. For nonemergencies, the main police station is located at Safety Hall, 212 Brookside Avenue, Redlands, 798-7681.Loma Linda University Medical CenterBarton Road and Anderson, Loma Linda, 796-7311LLUMC is one of the top trauma and emergency medical centers in the country, and it also provides excellent nonemergency medical care.Redlands Community Hospital 350 Terracina Boulevard, 335-5500Care here is relatively rapid and of high quality; it is less crowded than Loma Linda. Beaver Medical Clinic Urgent Care Centers 245 Terracina Boulevard, 792-2605 7000 Boulder Avenue, Highland, 425-3307 Hours 7 a.m. to 11 p.m.These clinics are suitable for less critical medical problems that nevertheless need attention. No appointment is necessary. The wait, however, is unpredictable, ranging from a few minutes to several hours. Jerry L. Pettis Memorial Veterans Affairs Medical Center11201 Benton Street, Loma Linda, 825-7084Arrowhead Regional Medical Center400 N. Pepper Avenue, Colton, 580-1000

A complete listing of medical facilities and centers is available in the telephone directory.

Hotels

Ayres Hotel*1015 W. Colton Avenue, 335-9024Comfort Suites*1230 W. Colton Avenue, 335-9988Country Inn & Suites*1650 Industrial Park Avenue, 792-7913Dynasty Suites*1235 W. Colton Avenue, 793-6648Fairfield Inn & Suites*1041 E. Harriman Place, San Bernardino, 382-4560Hilton San Bernardino* 285 E. Hospitality Lane, San Bernardino, 889-0133Residence Inn1040 E. Harriman Place, San Bernardino, 382-4564The Mission Inn* 3649 Mission Inn Avenue, Riverside, 951-784-0300

*discount available for ESRI guests, clients, and training participants Licenses and Permits

Animal License City Treasurer’s OfficeRedlands Plaza, 35 Cajon Street, 798-7544Bicycle LicenseSafety Hall, Police Department212 Brookside Avenue, 798-7681Driver’s LicenseDepartment of Motor Vehicles 1659 W. Lugonia Avenue, 800-777-0133

Movie Theaters

Krikorian Redlands 14340 N. Eureka Street, 793-6393Stadium-style theater located in the downtown shopping area. ESRI employees may purchase discounted tickets in Human Resources, Building D.Cinema Star Empire 20450 N. E Street, San Bernardino, 386-7050AMC 30 at Ontario Mills4549 Mills Circle, Ontario Mills Mall, Ontario, 484-3000

Pharmacies

Cajon Professional Pharmacy 232 Cajon Street, 793-2507 CVS 101 Redlands Mall, 792-9684Longs Drug Store 800 Tri-City Center, 798-1404 Rite Aid 700 E. Redlands Boulevard, 793-3568Walgreens 800 E. Lugonia Avenue, 307-6964

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Post Offices

Redlands–Lugonia Post Office404 New York Street, 793-8075 (next to ESRI)Redlands–Main Post Office201 Brookside Avenue, 793-8075San Bernardino General Mail Facility1900 W. Redlands Boulevard, 335-4300

Radio Stations

KUOR—89.1 FM: Talk radioKLRD—90.1 FM: Christian contemporaryKVCR—91.9 FM: National Public RadioKCBS—93.1 FM: Adult contemporaryKTWV—94.7 FM: Smooth jazzKFRG—95.1 FM: CountryKLOS—95.5 FM: Classic rockKCAL—96.7 FM: Album rockKGGI—99.1 FM: Adult contemporaryKKBT—100.3 FM: R&BKRTH—101.1 FM: OldiesKIIS—102.7 FM: Contemporary hitsKOST—103.5 FM: Soft rockKCXX—103.9 FM: AlternativeKBIG—104.3 FM: Adult contemporaryKPWR—105.9 FM: Hip hopKROQ—106.7 FM: AlternativeKTIE—590 AM: Inland Empire talk radioKFI—640 AM: Talk radioKNX—1070 AM: Traffic/NewsXTRA—1150 AM: Sports

SchoolsRedlands Unified School District 20 W. Lugonia Avenue, 307-5300 Provides quality education for elementary and secondary school-age children through its more than 20 schools. Private elementary and secondary schools are also available. Crafton Hills College 11711 Sand Canyon Road, Yucaipa, 794-2161 A two-year community college, affiliated with San Bernardino Valley College (701 S. Mt. Vernon Avenue, 888-6511) in San Bernardino. Both offer Associate in Arts and Associate in Science degrees as well as other programs. University of Redlands 1200 E. Colton Avenue, 793-2121 See page 5 for description.Montessori in Redlands 1890 Orange Avenue, 793-6989

Supermarkets

Albertsons450 E. Cypress Avenue, 792-1114Food 4 Less2070 W. Redlands Boulevard, 793-0722Gerrard’s705 W. Cypress Avenue, 793-2808Redlands Ranch Market800 E. Lugonia Avenue, 307-2600Stater Bros.11 E. Colton Avenue, 792-39001536 Barton Road, 798-0072Trader Joe’s552 Orange Street, 798-3888Vons522 Orange Street, 793-0447

Utilities

Southern California Edison Co. (Electric)800-655-4555800-828-1913 (from outside California)Southern California Gas Company800-427-2200Verizon (Phone and Cable)800-483-4000City of Redlands Municipal Utilities Department (Water)Customer inquiries and billing, 798-7516Solid Waste and Recycling City of Redlands798-7529Time Warner Cable1971 W. Redlands Boulevard, Suite B, 888-892-2253

Veterinary Services

Animal Emergency Clinic12022 La Crosse Avenue, Grand Terrace, 825-9350Animal Medical Center340 6th Street, 793-4775Redlands Animal Hospital1093 W. Colton Avenue, 793-2181Yucaipa Animal Hospital32161 Yucaipa Boulevard, Yucaipa, 794-3118

Travel Agents

Carlson Wagonlit Travel Network1426 Industrial Park Avenue, 792-3276Laura’s Travel Service298 E. Citrus Avenue, 793-7551Redlands Travel Service317 W. State Street, 792-8100

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Getting Around

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Southern California is famous for its romance with the car and for good reason—it is the best way to get around. Other options exist, such as buses, taxis, limo/van services, and even bicycling, but driving is your best bet. ESRI encourages you to carpool.

Airport Transportation to/from Redlands

Shuttle ServiceSeveral shuttle services serve the Ontario and Los Angeles International airports. For shuttle service, call ahead of your arrival and departure to schedule pickup.

Super Shuttle 467-9600Inland Express Services 626-6599Redlands Taxi 798-1111CEO Limousine 951-533-4532

Bus Service

San Bernardino County’s bus service, Omnitrans, has routes that cover most metropolitan areas of the county. Several routes run through Redlands, and Omnitrans has a standing policy to stop for anyone along their route who flags them down. Buses run from approximately 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., with hourly departures on almost every line. Visit www.omnitrans.org for routes and schedules.

Metrolink

Metrolink is a regional commuter rail system that operates five lines serving more than 40 stations from Union Station/Gateway Center, connecting downtown Los Angeles with Lancaster, Oxnard, San Bernardino, Riverside, and Oceanside. Metrolink also operates a line between San Bernardino and Irvine. For schedule and fare information, call 800-371-5465 or visit www.metrolinktrains.com.

Car Rentals

Many car rental places located in San Bernardino and Redlands will transport customers to and from the rental company from Redlands or outlying areas. Car rentals are available from the airport as well. In Redlands, car and van rentals are available at fairly reasonable rates. This is not a complete list.

Advantage Rent A Car1121 W. Colton Avenue, 748-0307Avis Rent A Car1408 Industrial Park Avenue, 792-8397 or 800-831-2847Budget Rent A Car1601 W. Redlands Boulevard, Suite B, 793-0295Budget Rent A Truck 511 Colton Avenue, 798-9192Enterprise Rent-A-Car 1323 Colton Avenue, Suite 101, 793-0035 or 800-325-8007Hertz Rent A Car 833 W. Colton Avenue, 792-1244 or 800-654-3131

Airport Car Rentals

Southern California’s two largest airports are Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Ontario International Airport (ONT). Other airports include Palm Springs, Orange County, Burbank, and Long Beach. Eight car rental companies have offices at Ontario:Alamo, 800-462-5266Avis, 800-331-1212Budget, 800-527-0700Dollar, 800-800-3665Enterprise, 800-736-8222Hertz, 800-654-3131National, 800-227-7368Thrifty, 800-847-4389Companies that rent out of LAX are too numerous to list here.

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Getting to Redlands

From LAX (see Map 1.)

– Exit LAX complex (road is one way); follow signs to Sepulveda Boulevard.

– Take the California State Route 1 South/Sepulveda Boulevard South ramp toward Interstate 105.

– Keep left at the fork and merge onto S. Sepulveda Boulevard/ State Route 1 South.

– Take the 105 East/Imperial Highway West ramp toward Imperial Terminal.

– Keep left at the fork in the ramp and merge onto the 105 East.– Take the 105 to the 605 North/South exit.– Take the 605 North to the 10 East, and take the 10 East.– You will cross Interstate 15, then Interstate 215 (the latter after

about 25 miles).– After Interstate 215, watch for the Tennessee exit, then follow the

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From Ontario Airport (see Map 2.)

– Exit loop/parking area; turn west (left) on Airport Drive. – Turn north (right) on Archibald Avenue, and take the Interstate 10

East on-ramp.– You will cross Interstate 15, then Interstate 215 (the latter after

about 25 miles).– After crossing Interstate 215, watch for the Tennessee exit, then

follow the directions to ESRI listed below.

To ESRI

– Exit Tennessee Street from Interstate 10 East.– Turn right on Tennessee Street.– Turn left on Redlands Boulevard.– Turn right on New York Street.– Turn left into the ESRI driveway and follow the visitor signs.

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Map of Redlands

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Where to Eat

Redlands offers some delightful and varied eating establishments. With a little exploration and testing, you will find your own favorites, be they “holes-in- the-wall” or shiny new buildings. Rather than try to list every restaurant in Redlands and its surroundings, we have decided to provide you a list of a few personal favorites among ESRI employees. The listing below is arranged alphabetically by nationality or type of food. For a complete list of all restaurants in the Redlands area, check the yellow pages. Please call for hours and to make reservations. Cost per person is denoted by the following scale: “Expensive” is $20 and up; “Moderate” is $10–$20; and “Inexpensive” is under $10. Prices do not reflect sales tax, service, or drinks. Fast food has its own category.

ESRI Café Open to the public, the ESRI Café serves breakfast and lunch and includes a Starbucks coffee bar. In addition to a daily salad bar, sandwich station, and grill menu, international cuisine is offered weekly including Mexican, Italian, and Asian.Inexpensive. www.esri.com/cafe

American

Brisket’s 256 E. Citrus Avenue, 335-2649Brisket’s emphasis is on some of the best quality food around, and it is one of the finest gourmet deli restaurants in the Inland Empire. It roasts its own fresh beef brisket daily. Inexpensive–Moderate.Clara’s101 E. Redlands Boulevard, #108, 335-1466Good and varied menu; quiet, elegant atmosphere. Moderate.Farm Artisan Foods22 E. State Street, 792-1162Varied and original menu made from locally grown ingredients. Extensive wine list; casual, open café-like atmosphere. Moderate–Expensive.Joe Greensleeves220 N. Orange Street, 792-6969The atmosphere here is quite intimate—the restaurant holds only 55 people for lunch and dinner. The wine and beer list is varied and extensive. Reservations strongly suggested. Expensive.Martha Green’s Eating Room107 E. Citrus Avenue, 792-5400Breakfast and lunch served daily. Tea served 4:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m. Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Inexpensive–Moderate.The Tartan24 E. Redlands Boulevard, 792-9919Take a step back in time for good burgers, steaks, and fish plus full bar in an intimate atmosphere. A local Redlands favorite for more than 40 years. Inexpensive–Moderate.

British

The Royal Falconer106 E. Orange Street, 307-8913An ESRI favorite! The Falconer serves traditional British food and a variety of imported beers. Inexpensive.

Chinese

Canton Bistro9980 Alabama Street, 335-6688A large selection of Chinese food alongside a full sushi menu. The space is stylish and sophisticated; nightclub and extended dining hours available. Moderate Lotus Garden111 E. Hospitality Lane, San Bernardino, 381-6171This is a very special Chinese restaurant, sumptuous and beautifully appointed. The menu offers complete dinners as well as a wide choice of à la carte items. Inexpensive–Moderate.

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French

Le Rendez-Vous4775 N. Sierra Way, San Bernardino, 883-1231Le Rendez-Vous offers fine traditional French cuisine—from coq au vin to filet mignon and escargots, you cannot go wrong with their menu. The family-owned restaurant has a charming French atmosphere and offers a very nice wine list. Moderate–Expensive.

Indian

Delhi Palace2001 S. Diners Court (off Hospitality Lane), San Bernardino, 884-9966Inexpensive–Moderate.

Italian

Citrone328 Orange Street, 793-6635Citrone boasts an upscale Italian cuisine and a nice wine list. It has an intimate café-like atmosphere. Moderate–Expensive.Isabella’s Ristorante Italiano 330 N. 6th Street, 792-2767The location of this restaurant gives little hint of the wonderful authentic food you’ll find inside. The food is top notch, from antipasti to dessert. Moderate.

Japanese

Hello Sushi1630 W. Redlands Boulevard, 335-8677Inexpensive–Moderate.Mikan Restaurant345 W. Pearl Avenue, 798-6300Moderate.Niko Niko Sushi Restaurant27510 Lugonia Avenue, 748-7722Moderate.

Ocean Blue347 Orange Street, 793-5998Moderate.Sushi Kimo501 W. Redlands Boulevard, 792-0781Inexpensive–Moderate.

Mediterranean

Caprice Café104 E. State Street, 793-8787Mediterranean food at its best. As with many small cafés in Redlands, their desserts are sinfully rich and delicious. They specialize in vegetarian dishes, and their espresso is very good. Inexpensive–Moderate.

Mexican

Casa Maya1839 Mentone Boulevard, Mentone, 794-7458Family style and family owned and operated, this funky stop offers excellent Yucatan-style Mexican food. Inexpensive.Cha-Cha’s26393 Redlands Boulevard, 799-0011Authentic flavors of Mexico, great combo platters. Outdoor seating only. Inexpensive.Chipotle Grill635 Orange Street, 307-8424Inexpensive.Cuca’s527 E. State Street, 335-9557A local favorite. Inexpensive.Kool Kactus Cafe and Catering24957 Redlands Boulevard, Loma Linda, 796-1545Tex-Mex style food, very good vegetarian dishes. Inexpensive.

Las Brasas15 E. State Street, 335-9866Inexpensive.Las Fuentes Mexican Grill336 N. Eureka Street, 798-0900Inexpensive.Oscar’s Mexican Restaurant19 N. Fifth Street, 792-8211Inexpensive.Rosa Maria’s1154 Brookside Avenue, 307-9077Inexpensive.

Thai

Benjarong1001 Park Avenue, 792-3235Inexpensive–Moderate.Le Basil1574 Barton Road, 793-7337Inexpensive–Moderate.Mú309 W. State Street, 798-7747Moderate–Expensive.Papaya Bay623 Orange Street, 793-0374Inexpensive–Moderate.Thai House1824 W. Redlands Boulevard, 798-3143Inexpensive–Moderate.

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Sandwich and Coffee Shops Augie’s Coffee House113 N. 5th Street, 798-2255Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf526 Orange Street, 798-0454Fox Coffee & Tea101 Cajon Street, 335-6787Indoor and outdoor seating.McDuff’s233 E. State Street, 798-4066Open for breakfast and lunch, McDuff’s provides fast service and good food at reasonable prices. Starbucks CoffeeESRI Café, 380 New York Street627 Orange Street, 748-06911595 Redlands Boulevard, 793-2932State Street Deli202 E. State Street, 793-9321Stell’s Coffee and Tea1580 Barton Road, 792-4700

Fast Food

Arby’s1245 W. Colton Avenue, 335-2729Baker’s Burgers1265 W. Colton Avenue, 335-2261663 E. Redlands Boulevard, 798-4802Burger King1320 Industrial Park Avenue, 798-4636Carl’s Jr.1205 W. Colton Avenue, 793-1058Del Taco1624 W. Redlands Boulevard, 793-8454602 E. Redlands Boulevard, 792-3212

El Pollo Loco1210 W. Colton Avenue, 335-2232Hogi Yogi501 E. Citrus Avenue, 793-7766In-N-Out Burger1944 Tippecanoe Avenue, San Bernardino, 800-786-1000Jack in the Box605 E. Redlands Boulevard, 798-1468KFC645 E. Redlands Boulevard, 792-5972McDonald’s1620 W. Redlands Boulevard, 793-8452612 E. Redlands Boulevard, 793-1516Quizno’s Subs700 E. Redlands Boulevard, 307-28621585 W. Redlands Boulevard, 307-9091Rubio’s Baja Grill627 Orange Street, 335-2802Subway Sandwiches766 Tennessee Street, 792-0282414 Orange Street, 793-73721971 W. Redlands Boulevard, 793-45501564-B Barton Road, 793-08501752 E. Lugonia Avenue, 389-7196Taco Bell1225 W. Colton Avenue, 792-6664TOGO’s627 Orange Street, 307-8646Wendy’s1991 W. Redlands Boulevard, 307-3305

Pizza

Domino’s Pizza345 Pearl Street, 798-2997The Gourmet Pizza Shoppe120 E. State Street, 792-3313Jersey’s Pizza214 Orange Street, 335-7076Little Caesar’s1600 E. Citrus Avenue, 794-1999Papa John’s770 Tennessee Street, 792-3432Pizza Hut1399 W. Colton Avenue, 793-8855Shakey’s Pizza Restaurant836 W. Colton Avenue, 793-5993Uncle Howie’s Pizza800 E. Lugonia Avenue, 798-4068

Sweets and Desserts

Baskin-Robbins 31 Flavors405-A E. State Street, 792-4322Cold Stone Creamery27512 Lugonia Avenue, Suite B2-B, 792-1556Doughlectibles Bakery105 E. Citrus Avenue, 798-7321Golden Spoon Frozen Yogurt1981 W. Redlands Boulevard, 792-9490Jamba Juice27510 Lugonia Avenue, Suite F, 792-0229TCBY Yogurt1154 Brookside Avenue, 335-8988

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Redlands for Free

Lincoln Memorial Shrine

125 W. Vine Street, 798-7636 or 798-7632The Lincoln Memorial Shrine houses the largest collection of Lincoln artifacts and Civil War material west of the Mississippi. Robert Watchorn, former president of Union Oil, had the

monument built in 1932 and donated his substantial Lincoln collection along with a healthy endowment to fund the shrine. Included in the collection are more than a dozen Lincoln letters and an original Norman Rockwell painting entitled Thoughts on Peace on Lincoln’s Birthday.

Market Night

If you will be in Redlands for a week or more, we suggest visiting Market Night and finding out why Redlands is called “the friendly place.” Market Night takes place year-round (weather permitting) every Thursday night from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on State Street. The road is closed to cars, allowing pedestrians to wander the street and sample the offerings of vendors selling food and crafts, entertainers, and farmers selling produce.

The Redlands Bowl

The Redlands Bowl is the site of one of the largest free outdoor summer concert series in the United States.

The series takes place each summer from late June through August on Tuesday and Friday nights. Eighteen to 20 diverse programs are featured including ballet, ethnic dancing, operas, musicals, recitals, and choral ensembles. Visit www.redlands bowl.com for the current season schedule.

Redlands Bicycle Classic

This colorful event, held each spring, has drawn Olympic cycling champions, Tour de France racers, and just about everyone else involved in cycling. Once open to the masses, the Bicycle Classic is now an invitation-only event. Several courses are ridden over a period of three days, and the view from just about anywhere on the course is spectacular.

Driving Tour of Redlands

See historic Redlands up close and personal by taking a narrated driving tour through the city’s unique points of interest. The hour tour takes you back in time to some of Redlands’ early Victorian homes as well as modern day mansions. Other historic points along the way are included. ESRI employees can check out the tour CD from the library in Building M; others may purchase a copy from the A.K. Smiley Public Library. Additional tourism infor-mation is also available from the library.

cLOSE UP A.K. Smiley Public Library125 W. Vine Street, 798-7565 for the main library and 798-7632 for the Heritage Room

Built in 1894, Smiley Library is much more than just a public library. Visitors often speculate aloud whether the place was originally built as a church or a mission. One of the few buildings in Redlands on the National Register of Historic Places, Smiley Library was indeed originally built as a public library. Inside the building, take note of the exquisite stained glass windows—all original to the building’s construction—and the gray stone carvings near the front entrance. The tile floors in the front of the library, nearly a century old, are patterned in a sometimes controversial reverse swastika pattern, a symbol of friendship used by the Navajo Indians for 5,000 years. Smiley Library makes an excellent jumping-off point for learning about the history of Redlands. Tourist information is available and you can take a trip to the Heritage Room, located at the far east end of the library, for more information on the building and for descriptive literature on Redlands—some free, some for a nominal cost. Library staff will give short tours to those who call first to make an appointment to do so.

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Parks and Open Spaces

Brookside Park

Brookside Avenue and Terracina BoulevardSmall residential park in the middle of a rapidly growing area, with enough room to jog or spread out a blanket for reading. Restrooms, picnic facilities.

Caroline Park

Sunset and Mariposa DrivesThis park features plantings native to inland Southern California. The park also features horse and jogging trails, wildflower meadows, and a nature study area. A call to the Parks Department will also get you a list of specialty nurseries in the area that carry these plants for home gardening.

Community Center Park

111 W. Lugonia AvenueThe Redlands Community Center is adjacent to this little park, and its sole tennis court gets regular use. Restrooms inside the community center, picnic facilities.

Community Park

Church Street and San Bernardino AvenueLarge grassy lawn area and gently rolling topography make this a favorite for kids and families. Good children’s playground, softball fields, and picnic facilities. Restrooms, BBQ area.

Crafton Park

Wabash Avenue near Crafton Elementary SchoolA large soccer field dominates this newer park, with a picnic area and restrooms available.

Ed Hales Park

State and 5th StreetsLocated in the middle of downtown, with a small stage area that is used regularly for musical presentations, mimes, and other small shows. It has a lovely fountain and lots of benches. It’s a great spot to eat a take-out lunch from one of the many little eateries in the area.

Ford Park

Redlands Boulevard and Parkford DriveA duck pond and rolling hills make this park another great spot. There are also lighted tennis and paddleball courts. Restrooms, BBQ area.

Jennie Davis Park

Redlands Boulevard and New York StreetThis small park is about 500 yards north of ESRI, on the east side of the street. It sits below street level and was developed as a botanical garden. Restrooms, BBQ area, children’s playground.

Prospect Park

Highland Avenue and Cajon StreetThe oldest park in Redlands, Prospect Park was created by T. Y. England in 1897 to be one of Southern California’s great botanical treasures. The park has an outdoor theater utilized for the Redlands Theatre Festival in the summer (see page 18) and is the site of the Kimberly Crest Mansion. Restrooms.

Smiley Park

Eureka and 4th StreetsThe park is a greenbelt that wanders for more than five blocks. The Lincoln Shrine,

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City Hall, and the Redlands Bowl are all located in the park. Close to downtown.

Sylvan Park

Colton Avenue and University StreetThe park is adjacent to the University of Redlands and includes a rose garden. Volleyball, baseball, swings, and a wading pool for the kids; also a well-equipped picnic/barbecue area. Restrooms.

Texonia Park

Texas Street and Lugonia AvenueContains a great children’s playground and fortress that even adults will find fun. Rest- rooms, BBQ area, softball fields, playground.

Yucaipa Regional Park

33900 Oak Glen Road, YucaipaSituated on 885 acres in the foothills of the San Bernardino Mountains, the park is on the way to the apple country of Oak Glen and mountain resort communities. It features three lakes for year-round fishing; a unique swim complex including a one-acre swim lagoon and two waterslides; white sandy beaches for sunbathers; and a plaza area where food service, restrooms, and pedal boat and aqua cycle rentals are available. Picnic sites rise above the lakes—complete with shade structures, tables, and barbecues. Camping areas equipped with restrooms and hot shower facilities are also available.

The Smiley Brothers

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Exercise and Recreation

Facilities

Please call for current membership information and fees.

ESRI GymLocated between Buildings OA and GAvailable to employees only via key card 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. No membership fee.24 Hour Fitness Center700 E. Redlands Boulevard, 798-7777LA Fitness Sports Club1035 Parkford Drive, 798-2880 Redlands Community Center111 W. Lugonia Avenue, 798-7572YMCA500 E. Citrus Avenue, 798-9622Drayson Center25040 Stewart Street, Loma Linda, 558-4975

Golf

Green fees vary depending on the season, time of day, and cart rentals. Senior rates are available. Call for more information.

Redlands Country Club 1749 Garden Street, 793-1295Private club. Calimesa Country Club1300 3rd Street, Calimesa, 795-2488Yucaipa Valley Golf Club33625 Chapman Heights Road, Yucaipa, 790-6522Crafton Hills College 11711 Sand Canyon Road, Yucaipa, 389-3280This is a six-hole course open to the public year-round except when classes are being taught on the course. PGA of Southern California Golf Club36211 Champions Drive, Beaumont, 877-742-2500

Horseback Riding

Proud Horse Stables 12854 San Timoteo Canyon Road, 748-6877

Running Tracks

Although Redlands has few established running paths and bike paths, the streets provide varied and reasonably safe running with both hills and flat areas. For those who enjoy cross-country running, try Prospect Park. There is also a well-populated and lighted track at Loma Linda University four or five miles west of Redlands. Redlands East Valley High School has a one-quarter-mile track, tennis courts, and basketball courts.

Skiing

Local resorts. Call for up-to-date information on ski conditions.

Snow Summit880 Summit Boulevard, Big Bear Lake, 866-5766Bear Mountain 43101 Goldmine Drive, Big Bear Lake, 866-5841Snow Valley 35100 State Highway 18, Running Springs, 867-2751Mountain High-Holiday Hill Ski and Snow Resort 24510 State Highway 2, Wrightwood, 888-754-7878 Skeet Shooting

Inland Fish and Game 8207 N. Orange Street, Highland, 793-4014

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Redlands Art Association

215 E. State Street, 792-8435Created in 1964 to promote and encourage the visual arts, the association holds annual art sales in Smiley Park; maintains a small gallery and shop; and sponsors workshops, demonstrations, and other art exhibits for the general public. Local artists and patrons of the arts are encouraged to join the association.

Junior University

Perris Hill Park, San Bernardino, 889-0833The university produces one program per season, an original adaptation of a fairy tale. This is a training ground for children and young adults, ages 11 through early 20s, who learn the ins and outs of theater work both behind and on the stage. The programs are usually held nightly for a two-week period during the last two weeks of July in the Roosevelt Bowl. Redlands Footlighters Theater

1810 Barton Road, 793-2909This all-volunteer cast performs several shows a year for a good cause: The ticket proceeds go to the Redlands Optimist Club to support its community work with a variety of local children’s projects.

Redlands SymphonyUniversity of Redlands Memorial Chapel, 1200 E. Colton Avenue, 748-8018Classic compositions are the hallmark of the symphony orchestra, which performs in the massive Memorial Chapel on the University of Redlands campus. A number of well-known guest soloists are presented each season and have included John Browning, Todor Pelev, and Christie Berry.

Performing Arts

California Theatre of the Performing Arts

562 W. 4th Street, San Bernardino, 855-5152The San Bernardino Civic Light Opera and the Inland Empire Symphony perform in this theater. Glenn Wallichs Festival Theatre

University of Redlands, University Avenue and Sylvan Boulevard, 335-4008The Glenn Wallichs Festival Theatre presents some good theater—usually involving student talent but including occasional guest artists and other local talent. The 358-seat theater is inactive during the summer months.

LifeHouse Theatre

1135 N. Church Street, 335-3037This family-oriented theater, located near the University of Redlands, has a seating capacity of 255. The theater has kept the basic tone of the original building, the former Christian Reformed Church, a handsome edifice designed by Matthew Schutt and built in 1950. The inside of the structure has been totally renovated to include the theater space and a lighting booth along with rehearsal, storage, construction, and dressing rooms plus a lobby, ticket booth, and concession stand.

Redlands Theatre Festival, Inc.

Prospect Park, 792-0562Open-air theater is popular in Redlands, and the Redlands Theatre Festival (July and August only) offers one of the best locations imaginable—the middle of Prospect Park in a grove of citrus trees.

San Bernardino Art Association and Sturges Gallery

780 N. E Street, San Bernardino, 885-2816The San Bernardino Art Association has shows of pottery, oil and watercolor paintings, sculpture, and other media at its gallery.

San Bernardino Valley Community Concert Association

San Bernardino, 885-7969A number of renowned performers have been among the headliners at the concerts held at the California Theatre of the Performing Arts.

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Shopping

cLOSE UP Museums

San Bernardino County Museum

2024 Orange Tree Lane, 307-2669This museum offers regional history and geology exhibits as well as an extensive collection of birds, bird eggs, and mammals. Its outdoor displays are interesting, and the picnic facilities provide a pleasant spot for a weekend outing. There are many things to see at the museum— a working seismometer and San Andreas fault display, plaster castings of dinosaur tracks that exist in eastern San Bernardino County, stations to listen to recordings of bird sounds, a gift shop, and more.

Historical Glass Museum1157 N. Orange Street, 798-0868The museum is housed in a 1903 Victorian home, which is a historic structure. The museum displays American glassware dating from the early 1800s to contemporary times. Displays include glass from Heisey, Cambridge, Fenton, Fostoria, and Sandwich factories as well as those that produced depression-era glassware. Items on display include candlesticks, compotes, milk glass, stems, bowls, historical plates, salts, kerosene lamps—and even several items from the estate of Liberace. Riverside Municipal Museum

3580 Mission Inn Avenue, Riverside Housed in a U.S. Post Office building built in 1912, the museum maintains collections of local history, natural history, and anthropology. Plants, animals, and minerals from the Riverside area are the mainstay of the collection. Be sure to check out both levels of the museum.

Bookstores

Barnes & Noble27460 W. Lugonia Avenue, 793-4322Frugal Frigate 9 N. Sixth Street, 793-0740Libros Latinos 301 9th Street, 793-8423Selah Christian Bookstore 415 Tennessee Street, 792-2175

Florists

Bloom Room Florist (Inside Martha Green’s Eating Room)111 E. Citrus Avenue, 748-0900City Florist 122 Cajon Street, 793-4141Conroy’s Flowers1580 Barton Road, 335-8500Enchanted Florist1601 W. Redlands Boulevard, 335-8338Flowers on Vine 404 E. State Street, 792-1616Hockridge Florist and Wedding Boutique405 W. Redlands Boulevard, 793-1331

Gift Shops

Celebrate Redlands19 E. Citrus Avenue, 335-0356J.D. Myers122 E. State Street, 798-9166Mozart’s 244 E. Citrus Avenue, 798-2573

Shopping Centers

Redlands Mall 100 Redlands MallTri-City CenterSouth of the 10 Freeway between Alabama and Tennessee StreetsCitrus PlazaAlabama Street and Lugonia AvenueInland Center Mall500 Inland Center Drive, San BernardinoGalleria Mall in Riverside3700 Tyler Street, RiversideMoreno Valley Mall 22500 Town Circle, Moreno ValleyOntario Mills Mall One Mills Circle, OntarioVictoria Gardens12505 N. Main Street, Rancho Cucamonga

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Visit with Nature in the Local Mountains

Note: Adventure Pass is required to park in the San Bernardino National Forest.A drive of only 30 minutes will put you in the San Bernardino National Forest, a cool and green haven. One usually needs a permit to hike in the wilderness zones of the mountain areas. For more information, call 794-1123. The Mill Creek Ranger Station is located at the junction of Highway 38 and Bryant Avenue, the turnoff for Yucaipa.

Areas of Interest

ClaremontThe Claremont Colleges, located at Claremont Boulevard and East Sixth Street in Claremont, are a cluster of distinct private colleges, each with their own unique qualities. There is Harvey Mudd College (a prestigious engineering and technical school), Pitzer College, Claremont McKenna College, Scripps College (women only), Pomona College, and Claremont Graduate School. The campus offers a beautiful and quiet stroll through unusual shrubbery and plant life. Yale Avenue in downtown Claremont has good restaurants and interesting little shops.

Mission InnMission Inn, located at 3649 Mission Inn Avenue, has been a Riverside landmark since the completion of its first wing in 1903. It is one of the nation’s grand hotels, and its collections have adorned the inn’s mix of architectural styles since its earliest days. Devotees of the inn included Teddy Roosevelt, President Taft, and Andrew Carnegie. Bette Davis and Richard Nixon got married there (not to each other, of course), and both Einstein and the Reagans have spent the night at this fantastic hotel. You may wish to visit the AAA four-diamond-rated restaurant, Duane’s.

Los AngelesThe Los Angeles Visitors and Convention Bureau can provide you with extensive free information about the region via a 24-hour telephone service (213-624-7300). Give yourself enough time to get through traffic and to find parking. When traveling in the Los Angeles area from 6:00–9:00 a.m. and 4:00–6:00 p.m. on weekdays, be prepared for traffic delays.

A Note on the Weather

Redlands’ climate is usually warm and sunny. However, winters can get quite cold, with temperatures occasionally dipping below freezing at night. Temperatures from November through about March generally range from the high 30s to the high 70s. The late spring and summer months bring warmer weather from the 80s up into the low 100s. Temperature fluctuations between day and night are noticeable; changes of 30 degrees between the day’s high and low are not uncommon. The nearby San Bernardino Mountains also get chilly, so a medium-weight jacket year round is not a bad idea. The odds of rain between June and September are slim yet not unheard of.

The BeachA trip to the ocean ranks at the top of many visitors’ lists. There is no more popular attraction in Southern California than the sands of the Pacific. Great beaches exist all along the coast. Some are rocky rather than sandy, but they have their own beauty and grace. Any guidebook will give you an idea of the best beaches to visit.

The DesertThe stereotype of the desert as a flat wasteland is fading as many visitors realize the desert can provide tranquility and beautiful scenery as well as opportunities for photography, hiking, rock climbing, and wildlife observation. The best times to visit the desert are during the cooler seasons of spring or fall. There is a variety of interesting day trips you can make, but be sure you take along several quarts of water. Desert weather is unpredictable, and it can rain at any time. If you plan to camp overnight, bring along warm clothing—the desert gets cold at night, even in the summer.

There are far too many interesting day trips in Southern California to list in this guide. Exploring Joshua Tree National Park, riding the aerial tram and shopping in Palm Springs, visiting the San Diego Zoo, and touring through the vineyards in Temecula are just a few favorites. More information is available at the Redlands office of the Automobile Club of Southern California (1330 Industrial Park Avenue, 793-3357).

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Smiley Heights

An exclusive residential area consisting entirely of single-family dwellings in the hilly area southwest of Redlands. This area provides beautiful views of San Timoteo Canyon and the Redlands/ San Bernardino Valley.

West Redlands

Most of the homes here are less than 45 years old (with some notable exceptions) and are in a green, well-established part of town with mature plantings. Close to Redlands Community Hospital, this is a beautiful area.

University East

Numerous apartments, smaller comfortable homes, and proximity to the University of Redlands are the advantages of this area. The Mill Creek Zanja, an ancient man-made stream nearly 200 years old also runs quietly through the area and behind some of the homes.

The University of Redlands

This is a charming older neighborhood that was built between 1920 and 1950. This region consists of smaller, attractive homes and well-kept lawns. The closeness to the university makes this a convenient area to live for faculty members and students. A variety of activities at the university, from cultural to academic to athletic, make living here appealing.

East Redlands

This rapidly growing area is a mix of citrus trees and newer homes with some light industry. The area is at the far east side of Redlands, providing easy access to nearby mountains, but it is still convenient for shopping in downtown Redlands. Great mountain views.

Wimbledon Heights

A somewhat hilly area consisting almost entirely of large, custom-built homes and tracts. Views of the mountains and the valley are excellent. This area lies against the southeastern city limits.

Downtown Redlands

A few residences are scattered throughout this section, although most of the area has been developed for commercial use. The homes in the area are almost all older but nicely maintained. The local merchants, together with the city’s redevelopment program, have put a lot of work into developing a charming shopping area with unique, tree-shaded streets and brick-paved sidewalks.

South Redlands

Popular and well-established residential area of Redlands. Homes were built from the 1880s through the 1950s and later, with a wide range of sizes and architectural styles. Most of this area is zoned for single-family residences. Area offers scenic views of the mountains. You’ll find the widest variety of homes in this area including Victorians, craftsman-style homes, newer ranch-style dwellings, and even several beautiful adobe homes.

Crescent Heights

Much of the terrain here is steep, giving most of the homes plenty of privacy. The area has lush greenery and is home to both older custom homes and to a

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Yucaipa

An incorporated town situated in the hills southeast of Redlands and about 1,000 feet higher in elevation. There are both houses and apartments for rent regularly in Yucaipa. Winter brings an occasional dusting of snow, and the area offers panoramic views of both the mountains and Redlands.

Apartment Areas

Apartments in Redlands vary widely in price and size. There are units ranging in size from studios to four bedrooms. Many complexes offer amenities such as washers and dryers within each residential unit, and some of the more luxurious complexes offer gated entry, alarms in each unit, and large clubhouses with fitness centers and other organized recreational activities. An apartment listing is available on the Accommodations page on www.esri.com/redlandsguide.

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handful of smaller homes with beautiful views of the mountains and the valley. You will find Spanish adobe and homes reminiscent of English country cottages as well as a few in the craftsman style. In the winter when snow caps the local mountains, the scenery is stunning.

Redlands Country Club

An exclusive area in the southern hills of Redlands. The area boasts large custom homes on large lots and some new homes mixed with older ones. This area has beautiful views to the south of San Timoteo Canyon, a relatively unpopulated area still lush with greenery.

North Central Redlands

This is a stable, older neighborhood with a mixture of modest housing styles. The southern border is directly adjacent to the freeway and the commercial downtown areas of Redlands. North central Redlands has been established for some 80 years and is generally zoned for single-family dwellings.

North Redlands

This sprawling area is mainly made up of family-oriented homes. There is a sense of community and place here, evidenced by the busy Community Park and baseball fields. At the northernmost end of this area are citrus groves and several large old “grove houses” owned by citrus ranchers and still standing after a century.

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Enjoy Quality Cuisine in a Relaxing Atmosphere at the ESRI Café

The ESRI Café is open to employees and the public for

breakfast and lunch. In addition to a daily salad bar,

sandwich station, and grill menu, international cuisine

is offered weekly including Mexican, Italian, and Asian.

The award-winning architecture of glass walls brings

the outdoors in. Ample indoor and outdoor patio seat-

ing allows diners to enjoy their meal in a comfortable,

relaxed setting.

Visit www.esri.com/cafe to view the current menu. Bon appétit!

Café Hours

Breakfast7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.

Lunch11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Starbucks Bar7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

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