Local Articles About Redlands, CA and Highland, Mentone, Yucaipa, and Loma Linda

Hands On Knitting Center is a fiber arts store which opened in 2011. There, one discovers natural yarns and fibers of both animal and plant origin, many of which are machine washable.  There are also patterns, pattern books, and the tools (needles, hooks, looms) necessary to create sweaters, socks, scarves, shawls, hats, gloves, cuffs – you name it. Since weaving looms are expensive, the Center offers looms for rent, so one can try a weaving project without having to purchase a loom.

Lions and tigers and bears, oh, my! Livers and gallbladders and kidneys, as a stuffed animal -- say what? And they can be found in Redlands?!

Mothers are often criticized and judged for how they raise their children. So, Redlands' local mamas from FIT4MOM and Occupational Therapist, Danielle Delorenzo, are here to share their unique feeding journeys.

Over 13 million Americans were reported unemployed last month, marking a 7.8 million increase since February. It’s not difficult to see how this bleak figure came to be. With a pandemic and the subsequent lockdowns sweeping countries worldwide, a recession was just another crisis that was waiting to happen. As millions struggle to weather this pandemic-induced economic upheaval, some careers have emerged as possible one-way tickets to financial security. 

The Historical Glass Museum opened to the public in 1985. In 1977 the Historical Glass Museum Foundation purchased a 1903 Victorian-style home at 1157 North Orange Street in Redlands. It was the beginning of a dream to preserve specimens of American glass from factories that were becoming extinct, as well as factories and glass artists currently producing glass. The Museum now houses the largest collection of American-made glass west of the Rocky Mountains.

Beauty can take many forms. It has the ability to mean something completely different to every person. Have you ever thought long and hard what beauty means to you? We asked the ladies of Redlands Blade & Lash and Redlands Cryoslim what beauty meant to them. Here is what they had to say...

Swank Designs and Swoon Home are the twin brainchildren of RaeLena Vasquez. These complementary businesses are located on Citrus Avenue in the former Coin Broker shop. Those familiar with the Coin Broker business will immediately notice the upscale design changes RaeLena has made to this space. Her goal – bring a designer feel to Redlands.

The Living Root Cellar is Redlands' only organic, cold-pressed juice bar. They offer acai bowls and all-homemade vegan food! They are located downtown Redlands on 6th Street. Have you been yet?

Does the vast world of mortgages, home loan and realty feel intimidating or confusing? Well, Dave of About Redlands Realty & Home Loan is here to help debunk some of those common myths.

While many visitors come to California for the bright lights of Los Angeles and San Francisco, it can be nice to escape the hustle and bustle. Redlands is one of the best places in California to do this and enjoy all that nature has to offer in the Golden State.

What can we do to set our kids up for success with online learning this semester? Continue reading local Child Psychologist, Dr. Becca Ballinger's, top 10 tips to make a huge impact on your child’s academic success.

Ruth Chafin is an interior designer with a twist – she is also a California State licensed contractor!