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For those of you who don't know this: Customers can spend their CalFresh EBT benefits at the City of Redlands Certified farmers’ market and double their food dollars with Market Match. This program matches your SNAP/EBT benefits dollar-for-dollar up to $15.00 and can be redeemed for fruits and vegetables from any certified farmer in our market. Stop by our City of Redlands booth for more information.

https://www.redlands.gov/market-match/

*This post is for informational purposes only. Please don't turn it into a debate about who should be entitled to help.

The Redlands City Council voted 4-1 on July 21 to approve a $5.54 million construction contract for the California Street and Redlands Boulevard Intersection Widening Project, which will expand a key arterial roadway and upgrade traffic, utility and flood control infrastructure near Interstate 10.

https://www.redlandscommunitynews.com/news/redlands-oks-5-5m-street-widening-project/article_7704c493-03eb-4420-959f-d19fe4ca525b.html

Redlands Conservancy offers several opportunities for Redlands Unified School District students to contribute their service to the community.

https://www.redlandscommunitynews.com/discover_redlands/students-invited-to-earn-service-hours/article_74148562-29f9-499e-8680-e4827b10bcb2.html

To help celebrate our nation’s 250th anniversary, the Arrowhead Valley Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) and A.K. Smiley Public Library are excited to announce the opening of a special national traveling exhibit focused on the American Revolution. The exhibit, titled the American Revolution Experience, will open on August 28, 2026.

This innovative pop-up exhibition includes display panels and interactive digital kiosks that use storytelling, illustration, technology, unique artifacts, and firsthand accounts to connect modern audiences with the people and places that shaped the birth of our nation.

Created through a collaboration between the American Battlefield Trust and the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR), the exhibit is also made possible through generous matching funds from the National Park Service.

The exhibit will run from August 28 through September 15, 2026, in the Assembly Room at A.K. Smiley Public Library in Redlands. Admission is free and visitors of all ages are welcome.

Viewing hours:

Monday–Saturday: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Sunday: 1:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.

Except Sunday, September 6 & Monday, September 7 - Library Closed in observance of Labor Day

The traveling exhibit includes 12 panels highlighting thematic connections among individuals from the Revolutionary era and three interactive kiosks that provide access to full digital biographies, historical context on the Revolutionary War, and information about visiting sites associated with these individuals today.

The American Revolution Experience invites visitors to consider the choices faced by members of the Revolutionary generation as tensions mounted during the 1770s. Would ordinary citizens risk their lives and livelihoods in pursuit of liberty? Or would they remain loyal subjects of the British Crown, potentially coming into conflict with neighbors and family?

The exhibit presents diverse viewpoints and experiences, highlighting the journeys of Patriots and Loyalists, men and women, Black and Native populations, and international allies. Rather than focusing solely on generals and famous statesmen, it introduces visitors to drummer boys, military mapmakers, and other ordinary people whose lives were shaped by world-changing events.

For more information contact A.K. Smiley Public Library at 909-798-7565 or admin@akspl.org.

For the sixth consecutive year, the city of Redlands is inviting all residents to give their thoughts on priorities for government and the quality of life in Redlands.

This summer, the city launched the National Community Survey™, a comprehensive quality of life survey. 

• English version: polco.us/redlands2026OP

• En Español: polco.us/redlands2026OPs

https://www.redlandscommunitynews.com/news/community-survery-opens-online-to-all-redlands-residents/article_a852490a-768d-4694-af49-c42ec4e5ca48.html

Someone commented in another post about not getting emergency information in a timely manner.

https://www.redlands.gov/emergency-notification-system/

https://www.smart911.com/smart911/ref/login.action?pa=cityofredlands

Together with the City of Redlands, the Redlands Police Department, and other community organizations, Micah House presents our annual Back2School Jam. Each year we give away backpacks filled with school supplies and opportunities to win bicycles to students in need at a family-friendly community event. NO COST for families. While supplies last. Students must be present. 

Saturday, August 8, 9:00-11:00 am

Location: Sylvan Park-Micah House Chapel, 611 Chapel St Redlands

https://www.micahhouseredlands.org/support-back2school-jam/back2school-jam/

For 30 years, Redlands Ranch Market has been honored to be part of this incredible community. Now it’s time to celebrate with all of you!

Join us for the Redlands Ranch Block Party, where great food, local businesses, and community come together for one unforgettable afternoon.

 Celebrating 30 Years Local Honoring 100 Years of IGA

 Saturday, August 8 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Come hungry and enjoy favorites from: Hoodidya BBQ, La Cocina,Kemet Egyptian Street Food,Fresh Juiced

Plus meet some of our amazing local partners, sample incredible products, connect with community organizations, and celebrate everything that makes Redlands such a special place to call home.

This isn’t just our anniversary - it’s a celebration of the customers, families, and community who’ve supported us every step of the way.

We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

Redlands Ranch Market Saturday, August 8 | 11 AM–3 PM

https://redlandsranchmarket.com/pages/block-party

The city of Redlands invites residents to beat the heat by visiting one of the city’s cooling centers this summer. Residents can enjoy air-conditioned facilities, complimentary bottled water (donated by Stater Bros.), hydration refill stations, and a variety of activities and seasonal programming at the city’s senior centers and the Gonzales Community Center.

Summer activities include ice cream socials, karaoke, fitness classes, games, arts and crafts, educational programs and many other opportunities to keep active while staying cool.

Cooling Center Hours

• Joslyn Senior Center, 21 Grant Street

9 a.m.–3 p.m. Tuesday through Friday

• Flores Senior Center, 111 W. Lugonia Avenue

8 a.m.–2 p.m. Monday through Friday

• Joe R. Gonzales Community Center, 111 W. Lugonia Avenue

2 p.m.–9 p.m. Monday through Friday

Residents are encouraged to stay hydrated, spend time in air-conditioned spaces, avoid prolonged outdoor activities during peak heat, and check on family, friends and neighbors during periods of high temperatures.

For more information about city of Redlands cooling centers, please visit redlands.gov/information-cooling-centers

Did you know your blood donation can help save lives and support kids at the Micah House afterschool program? Join us for a special Blood Drive. Trinity Evangelical Free Church in Redlands is partnering with LifeStream on Thursday, July 30 from 1 to 7 p.m. When 20 donations are received, LifeStream will donate $10 per donor to Micah House – a nonprofit that helps local kids thrive after school. Donors can also receive a $10 In-N-Out Burger gift card while supplies last.

Appointments are recommended; walk-ins are welcome. Blood is urgently needed – your donation truly matters. To make an appointment visit LSTREAM.org and search by sponsor code: RCET. For more info: LifeStream 800-879-4484 or email: missions@trinityonline.org

https://giftoflife.lstream.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/124414--

It’s never been easier to donate to the Library! Make a date with a friend to eat at Panera on July 31, 2026 from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm, and the library gets 25% of the cost of your order!

A printed or electronic version of the flyer must be shown when ordering at the bakery cafe.

When placing a mobile, online, or kiosk order, be sure to enter the promo code found on your flyer, prior to making payment. Online orders placed all day at your participating bakery cafe will count towards your fundraising total.

Where:

Panera Bread

470 E Cypress Avenue

Redlands, CA 92373

Purchasing gift cards, catering orders, and third-party delivery orders are excluded and will not count towards event sales totals.

Online orders must be scheduled and picked up on the date of your event, at your participating location.

In Cafe Event Hours are 4PM - 8PM; Online transactions are valid with FUND4U Promo Code all day at your selected cafe.

Before throwing away that broken lamp, bicycle, favorite shirt or treasured heirloom, bring it to the Repair Café from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, July 25, at the Flores Senior Center, 111 W. Lugonia Avenue.

There is no charge for repairs, although donations to support future Repair Cafés are always appreciated. Community members are encouraged to register in advance to help the repair team plan for required tools and parts, but walk-ins will be welcomed as space permits. Please register at repaircafe.ancaredlands.org. Registration also allows you to select a preferred drop-off time at 9, 10, or 11 a.m. Priority is given to those who preregister, but walk-ins are welcome until 11 a.m.

https://www.redlandscommunitynews.com/news/free-repair-cafe-july-25/article_c60e728c-30d7-426f-8ba7-536de8686e4b.html

The events, designed for children and families, feature multiple foam play zones, a bubble entertainment station, lawn games, music, slushies and a photo booth.

Foam Fiesta will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. on the following dates:

• Friday, July 25 at Brookside Park, 1630 Brookside Ave.
• Saturday, Aug. 1 at the Redlands Sports Complex, 1790 Dearborn St.
• Saturday, Aug. 8 at Martinez Park, located at San Bernardino Avenue and Church Street.

Unable to post the complete link - Reddit kept deleting it.

https://www.communityforwardredlands.com Look under events for more information.

😢😢😢 The driver killed in a multi-vehicle crash on the 210 Freeway in Irwindale this past weekend was a 58-year-old Redlands resident, authorities said.

https://www.sgvtribune.com/2026/06/22/driver-killed-in-210-crash-in-irwindale-was-redlands-woman-30-others-hurt/