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• Author "Sparks" New Films
  By: Jonathan Beam  |  Feb. 28, 2010 06:36 pm
  When was the last time you went to the movie theater and were deeply touched by a brilliantly written love story? Chances are, one of them was based off a Nicholas Sparks novel. If the name does not ring a bell, then the titles "A Walk to Remember" . . .
• Job: reimagined
  By: Molly Powers  |  Feb. 28, 2010 06:33 pm
  "God's Favorite," Neil Simon's comedic rendition of the book of Job is given a fresh and modern makeover in California Baptist University's production, which opened last weekend at the Wallace Theater. While Job is not typically considered the most humorous. . .
• “The Wolfman” is transformed for 2010
  By: Cassie Wyatt  |  Feb. 28, 2010 06:30 pm
  "Even a man who is pure of heart and says his prayers by night, may become a wolf when the wolfbane blooms and the autumn moon is bright." The new remake of the 1941 film "The Wolfman" captures a new perspective for the classic film. This is not your. . .
• UC Riverside’s Heat Music Festival takes back Saturday
  By: Lisa Luna  |  Feb. 28, 2010 06:29 pm
  With over 11,000 music lovers and 16 music artists; Heat Music Festival was a success from the opening DJ to the headliner band, Taking Back Sunday. The University of California Riverside held the fourth annual Heat Music festival on its campus Saturday. . .
• “Valentine’s Day” from the gents
  By: Michael Corral  |  Feb. 28, 2010 06:26 pm
  Valentine's Day is the American holiday of love. This day brings out the best and worst of many people. The connotation behind the day is to be thankful for the ones you have in your life and give them the recognition they do not receive the other 364. . .
• “Valentine’s Day” from the ladies
  By: Samantha Shaw  |  Feb. 28, 2010 06:24 pm
  The romantic comedy "Valentine's Day" captured hearts of singles and couples alike during its apropos debut Valentine's weekend. The star- studded cast including Julia Roberts, Queen Latifah, Jessica Biel, Ashton Kutcher, Taylor Swift, Taylor Lautner. . .
• Dickens takes a trip to the curiosity shop
  By: Jessica Swarner  |  Feb. 15, 2010 01:44 am
  The Riverside Dickens Festival attracted new, interested attendees this February 5-7, along with an exciting amount of faithful returners. The festival is held annually in historic downtown Riverside and is a celebration of the life of playwright, poet. . .
• The Grammy Awards are fierce
  By: Jonathan Beam  |  Feb. 15, 2010 01:41 am
  Award shows are known for tear- jerking moments, fashion do's and don'ts and unplanned outbursts. The 52nd Grammy Award broadcast boasted some of the best performances and nominees in history. Beyoncé won a record-breaking six Grammys in one night. . . .

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