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Redlands This Week: Fall Afternoons, Farmers Market, Local Dining & October Nights
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Redlands This Week: Fall Afternoons, Farmers Market, Local Dining & October Nights
Eight fresh Redlands stories plus an 8-day weather outlook, new coffee picks, adoptable pets and local trivia.
Don Thomas

Don Thomas

This Week in Redlands

October in Redlands is settling into a great fall rhythm. This week’s issue mixes neighborhood outings, local dining, downtown evenings, civic information and a few easy ways to enjoy the season without overplanning. You’ll also find our 8-day weather outlook, five fresh coffee stops, two adoptable Redlands pets and a local trivia challenge.

A Redlands Fall Afternoon: Historic Downtown, Parks and Local Stops highlights practical ways to enjoy Redlands while supporting the places that give the community its character.

 

From historic streets and local shopping to relaxed outdoor stops, the guide helps residents build an outing that fits their schedule, budget and interests. It includes advice on confirming hours, planning for warm weather, considering accessibility and leaving room for discoveries along the way. Whether you are introducing a visitor to town or exploring your own neighborhood, a little preparation can make a local afternoon more enjoyable.


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Redlands Farmers Market: How to Shop Local This Fall highlights practical ways to enjoy Redlands while supporting the places that give the community its character.

 

From historic streets and local shopping to relaxed outdoor stops, the guide helps residents build an outing that fits their schedule, budget and interests. It includes advice on confirming hours, planning for warm weather, considering accessibility and leaving room for discoveries along the way. Whether you are introducing a visitor to town or exploring your own neighborhood, a little preparation can make a local afternoon more enjoyable.


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Trivia Question❓

Which fruit became so closely associated with Redlands that it appears on the city seal?

Answer at the bottom of the newsletter

Redlands 8-day weather outlook, Oct. 13–20, 2026. Forecast compiled from current NWS and extended forecast data; conditions can change.

Redlands After Dark gives Redlands residents a practical starting point for planning a local outing. The guide highlights real venues, current scheduling considerations and ways to make the most of a visit without rushing between stops. It also explains why checking official information matters for hours, reservations, accessibility and seasonal activities. Whether you're planning for family, friends or a solo afternoon, choosing one anchor destination and leaving room for a nearby discovery can make the experience more enjoyable. Evening venues have different operating hours, so check the business directly.


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Jack and the Beanstalk at LifeHouse Theater gives Redlands residents a practical starting point for planning a local outing. The guide highlights real venues, current scheduling considerations and ways to make the most of a visit without rushing between stops. It also explains why checking official information matters for hours, reservations, accessibility and seasonal activities. Whether you're planning for family, friends or a solo afternoon, choosing one anchor destination and leaving room for a nearby discovery can make the experience more enjoyable. The October 10 premiere has already passed; this is a continuing-run preview.


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Five fresh Redlands coffee stops to try this week. Photo by Yunus Tuğ on Pexels

Hooray Coffee — 5 E. Citrus Ave., Suite 103. A bright downtown stop with creative drinks, locally sourced pastries and a relaxed neighborhood feel.

 

Olive Avenue Market — 530 W. Olive Ave. Part market, part café, with coffee, pastries, sandwiches and a shaded patio that feels like a local front porch.

 

The Meek House — 27471 San Bernardino Ave., Suite 140. A comfortable café known for espresso drinks, seasonal lattes and European-style pastries.

 

Wild Goose Coffee Roasters — 2351 W. Lugonia Ave., Suite J. A Redlands roastery serving fresh-roasted coffee and espresso drinks with a community-giving mission.

 

Pop Clutch Coffee — 922 New York St., Suite B. A newer local shop with handcrafted espresso, matcha, tea and motorcycle-inspired personality.

 

Hours and menus can change, so check with each shop before making a special trip.

Best Restaurants in Redlands gives Redlands residents a practical starting point for planning a local outing. The guide highlights real venues, current scheduling considerations and ways to make the most of a visit without rushing between stops. It also explains why checking official information matters for hours, reservations, accessibility and seasonal activities. Whether you're planning for family, friends or a solo afternoon, choosing one anchor destination and leaving room for a nearby discovery can make the experience more enjoyable. Restaurant menus, prices and hours change; confirm before visiting.


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Things to Do in Redlands gives Redlands residents a practical starting point for planning a local outing. The guide highlights real venues, current scheduling considerations and ways to make the most of a visit without rushing between stops. It also explains why checking official information matters for hours, reservations, accessibility and seasonal activities. Whether you're planning for family, friends or a solo afternoon, choosing one anchor destination and leaving room for a nearby discovery can make the experience more enjoyable. Confirm hours, admission requirements and accessibility for each stop.


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Dynamite (A061906) is a male French Bulldog, about 2 years old, currently listed for adoption through Redlands Animal Control.

 

Tilapia (A061914) is a female Domestic Shorthair kitten, about 10 weeks old, currently listed for adoption through Redlands Animal Control.

 

Redlands Animal Shelter
504 N. Kansas Street • (909) 798-7644
Tuesday–Friday: 10 a.m.–5 p.m. • Saturday: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

 

View current Redlands adoptable pets. Availability can change quickly, so confirm before visiting.

Redlands City Council decisions shape development, public services, spending and many of the everyday issues that affect residents. Following those decisions does not require attending every meeting, but it does help to know where agendas, staff reports, meeting schedules and public-comment information are posted.

 

This practical guide explains how residents can follow the council process using primary City of Redlands materials, prepare before a meeting and understand where to look for official information afterward. It is designed as a neutral starting point for staying informed about local government and the decisions being made at City Hall.


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Kimberly Crest House & Gardens is one of Redlands’ signature historic landmarks, combining distinctive architecture, landscaped grounds and a tangible connection to the city’s past. The French château-style home remains a popular destination for residents and visitors interested in local history, gardens and historic homes.

 

This guide looks at what makes Kimberly Crest worth exploring, from its public grounds and house tours to seasonal programs and special events. It also helps visitors plan ahead by pointing them toward current information on tour availability, tickets, hours and upcoming activities before making the trip.


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💡 Answer to Trivia Question:
The orange. Citrus—especially oranges—helped shape Redlands’ early economy, identity and landscape.
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