5C Rocky Horror cast and crowd embrace the show’s queer legacy one call-out at a time

For decades, “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” has drawn costumed crowds who shout call-outs and throw props at the screen. This Halloween, a 5C shadow cast continued the tradition at Pitzer and Pomona Colleges with performances that also honored the late Tim Curry, the original Dr. Frank-N-Furter.

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Ironbark Ciderworks: a beloved brewery closes after nine years

After nine years of trivia nights, karaoke and community gatherings, Ironbark Ciderworks closed its doors in Claremont during the first week of October. For students and longtime residents alike, the bar offered more than a place to grab a drink — it was a space built around inclusion, connection and a sense of belonging beyond the campus bubble.

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