North San Diego County community news - 5/9/04
By: North County Times | ∞
News, announcements and events from around the area:
Angel Society plans annual luncheon
FALLBROOK ---- The Angel Society of Fallbrook will have its annual luncheon May 27 at The Grand Tradition, 1602 S. Mission Road. The group's treasure sale begins at 11 a.m. and lunch is served at noon.
Invitations have been sent to more the club's more than 600 members. The treasures have been collected throughout the year and include silver, crystal, linens, jewelry, boutique items and household items. Angel Society members will model fashions which will be available for sale.
Connie Loeschner is event chairwoman. Cost is $25, and the deadline for reservations is May 17.
The society, founded in 1978, is approaching the $2 million mark in donations to local charities. Philanthropic Chairwoman Ailsa Benjamin will announce the total at the luncheon.
Donations were made to these organizations in April: Fallbrook Head Start, the AVID program, Junior Wildlife Exhibit, Fallbrook Support League, Fallbrook High School Girls Tennis Team, Art Assist Committee and the Fallbrook Community Student of the Month program. Scholarships for Ivy and Oasis High School graduates will be awarded at their commencement ceremonies in June.
Surplus produce to be collected for military families
FALLBROOK ---- Surplus fruits and vegetables to be donated to military families at Camp Pendleton will be collected from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 11 and 12 at the Church of Religious Science, 331 E. Elder St. For information, call (760) 723-8291.
Gem and mineral society to meet
FALLBROOK ----- The Fallbrook Gem and Mineral Society will meet at 7:30 p.m. May 13 at the society museum at 123 W. Alvarado St. Speaker will be Edward Boehm who will talk on gemstone mining in Burma, Sri Lanka, Tanzania and Madagascar. Boehm is president of JOEB Enterprises, located in Solana Beach.
Speaker for the June 10 meeting will be Bob Jones, editor of Rock and Gem magazine. He will talk on gold as a collector's mineral. That gathering also will be pie night. For information, call (760) 728-1130.
DAR to meet May 20
FALLBROOK ---- The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution's Fallbrook chapter Monserate will meet at 11:30 a.m. May 20 at Vista Valley Country Club. This will be the final meeting until October.
A new slate of officers was elected during the April 15 meeting. Retiring officers who have served since 2002 are Regent Mary Harrington, first vice-regent Grayce Kelly, secretary Cecelia Njust, chaplain Gerri Metzger and registrar Laverne Boyd. Newly elected officers who will serve through April 2006 are Regent Laverne Boyd, first vice-regent Mary Ann LeMay, continuing second vice-regent Judy Ambrose, secretary Pat Hall, continuing treasurer Pat Hacker, chaplain Laura Todd, and registrar Beverlee Stuart-Borok.
Guests who are prospective members and who attended the recent meeting are Carol Anderson, Edie Blasier, Bonnie Brown, Sharon Dortch, Patricia Halbig, Eileen Heller, Martina Nelson, Jean Pettigrew, Barbara Taylor and Adele Walenciak.
The May meeting will include installation of the new officers and a program featuring Carol Evans of the MiraCosta College faculty. She will discuss "Nutrition, Label Reading, and Meal Planning. Send reservation checks to Judy Ambrose by May 14.
Call (760) 728-3271 for information about DAR activities and qualifications for membership. Any adult woman of good character who can link her heritage to a patriot on the American side for independence during the Revolutionary period is welcome to the organization.
Auditions slated for Temecula show
TEMECULA ---- The Fine Arts Network of Temecula will conduct auditions for its fourth annual summer musical production "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying."
Auditions, open to teens and adults, will take place by appointment May 21 and 22. Show dates are Aug. 6 through 15 at the Stephen Price Theater in Lake Elsinore.
Those planning to audition should prepare a 60- to 90-second vocal selection from a traditional-style Broadway show. Auditions must be done with a sound track. No accompanist or a cappella auditions are allowed. Bring music on a CD or cassette.
There is a workshop fee of $85 for this production. For appointments, call (909) 506-5863.
Elks to host Cinco de Mayo party
ESCONDIDO ---- The Escondido Elks Lodge No. 1687 will host a Cinco de Mayo party for members and guests May 15 at the lodge, 2430 S. Escondido Blvd. No-host cocktails will be served at 5 p.m. followed by dinner at 6 and dancing from 6:30 to 9:30. Music will be provided by the New Tenor Tones. Paid reservations must be received by May 11. Call (760) 745-1687.
Seniors offered health services
ESCONDIDO ---- The Senior Service Council will offer these free health services for seniors in the Dorothy E. Boeger Building, 728 N. Broadway.
VC Library to host kids' events
VALLEY CENTER ---- The Valley Center Library, 29200 Cole Grade Road, will host these children's activities. For information, call (760) 749-1305.
Women offered free golf instruction
ESCONDIDO ---- The Vineyard at Escondido will host its ninth annual Women in Golf Day from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 15 at the golf course, 925 San Pasqual Road.
The day will include a free day of golf instruction for beginner women golfers, a continental breakfast, putting and chipping contests and raffles. In addition, Nike will be on location to hold a demo day and will display the latest trends in women's golf apparel and accessories. Women will receive discounts on golf shop merchandise and food and beverage specials.
For information, call (760) 735-9545.
Pioneer Room Friends to host social
ESCONDIDO ---- The Pioneer Room Friends will host "Recipe for Fun," an old-fashioned social to honor its members, their guests and all who are interested, from 2 to 4 p.m. May 19 in the Turrentine Room at the Escondido Public Library, 239 S. Kalmia St.
The event will feature refreshments culled from sources in the Pioneer Room, some dating back to the early 1900s. A souvenir recipe leaflet will be offered to each guest.
The program will feature Petei McHenry, executive director of the Valley Center History Museum, who will give a presentation on the pioneer days of Valley Center. McHenry did much of her research for her book, "The History of Valley Center, California: The Homestead Years ---- 1850 to 1900," at the Pioneer Room.
R.S.V.P. to Cathrine at (760) 740-0922 by May 12.
'Little Women' set at OGHS
ESCONDIDO ---- The Orange Glen High School Phoenix House Players will present "Little Women" at 7 p.m. May 21, 22, 28 and 29 and at 3 p.m. May 28 at the OGHS Performing Arts Center on campus, 2200 Glenridge Road. Admission is $6 and $4 for students.
Donations sought for Memorial Day ceremony
ESCONDIDO ---- The Escondido Allied Veterans Council is preparing for the May 31, Memorial Day, ceremony at Oak Hill Park. Organizations are invited to participate by presenting a wreath or making a donation to the Living Tree Memorial. The donations will be presented to the Oak Hill Park for the purchase of trees.
Organizations can have a seat reserved for their representative at the ceremony and will be listed in the memorial service program. Send donations to: Allied Veterans Council, P.O. Box 300978, Escondido, CA 92030. Call Bea at (760) 746-7931.
Chamber offers BMW as grand prize
ESCONDIDO ---- The Escondido Chamber of Commerce has extended the date of its "Beemer Bonanza 2004" drawing in cooperation with Brecht BMW. The chamber also has added a choice of grand prize ---- a BMW motorcycle or a Mini Cooper, each valued at more than $20,000.
The chamber is selling tickets at $125 each and will only sell 300 tickets. With the addition of the Mini Cooper option, the grand prize drawing has been extended to June 18 at the annual dinner to be held at Orfila Vineyards. The chamber reserves the right to extend the date of the drawing until 300 tickets have been sold.
The BMW motorcycle and Mini Cooper will be on display at the Downtown Escondido Street Faire set for May 16. The drawing is not limited to chamber members. To purchase a ticket, call chamber development coordinator Lisa Manthe at (760) 745-2125 or visit the Web site at www.escondidochamber.org.
Birding trip to Santee Lakes set
SAN DIEGO ---- The Palomar Audubon Society will host a bird-watching field trip to Santee Lakes from 8:30 a.m. to noon May 15. Many water birds, other local residents and spring migrants will be observed. Moderate hiking is required.
The group will meet in the parking lot of the Padre Dam Municipal Water District at 9040 Carlton Oaks Drive (Thomas Bros. 1231-A6) and walk or drive into the park. For information and driving directions, visit www.palomaraudubon.org or call trip leader Penny Hernandez at (760) 746-8315.
Norge Lodge to celebrate 17th of May
VISTA ---- The Norge Lodge No. 6-60 will host a traditional Norwegian brunch to honor the 17th of May at 10 a.m. May 15. The 17th of May celebration marks Norway's declaration of independence and the triumph of constitutional government.
Cost for brunch is $8, $6 for teens, $4 for children ages 6 through 12 and free for children younger than 6. The event will include sharing stories and pictures, games for all ages, singing and raffles. Deadline for reservations is May 12. Call Barbara Judd at (760) 722-3435.
AAUW to host mediation program
ESCONDIDO ---- The Escondido-San Marcos branch of the American Association of University Women will host a luncheon meeting at 10 a.m. May 15 at the Escondido Country Club. The program will feature Pearl Hartz, "A Women of Peace in an Aggression-Prone World."
Hartz, a retired school teacher and counselor, began the San Diego Restorative Justice Mediation Program 10 years ago and, with the help of dedicated volunteers, has been able to resolve as many as 145 juvenile crimes a year. Nationally, this kind of program has proven to be a cost-effective way to bring victims and offenders face to face to work out solutions, keeping juveniles from going through the overworked court system.
Cost is $13.50. Reserve with Ginny Abushanab at (760) 741-5702.
Help for families of mentally ill
ESCONDIDO ---- The North Inland chapter of the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill will offer a free, 12-week "Family to Family" education program from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursdays, June 10 through Aug. 26.
The course is designed for family members of the mentally ill, and provides practical information and educational tools to help deal with the major mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia, bipolar illness, obsessive-compulsive disorder, depression and anxiety disorders.
Family participation, along with medication and therapy, can be critical for stabilization and recovery. Family members can learn ways to help their loved ones who may be suffering with a mental illness, while also receiving emotional support themselves.
For information or to sign up, call Katherine at (858) 679-0121 or Bob at (760) 480-0057.
Veterans to hold Memorial Day ceremony
RANCHO BERNARDO ---- The RB Veterans Memorial Association invites all veterans and their families and guests to attend its annual Memorial Day ceremony at 10 a.m. May 31 at the lake in Webb Park, on Avena Place off Bernardo Center Drive. Attendees are encouraged to bring chairs to the ceremony.
The featured speaker will be Brig. Gen. John M. Paxton Jr., commanding general of Marine Corps Recruit Depot, San Diego. The master of ceremonies for the event will be retired Marine Corps Maj. Gen. James J. McMonagle. The invocation and moment of silence will be led by Navy Cmdr. Mark Logid. The USMC Color Guard of MCRD will present the colors, and members of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7766 and the General J.P. Holland Chapter of the Military Order of World Wars will post the Service, MIA, MOWW and VFW flags.
Following the ceremony, guests are invited to a buffet luncheon on the patio of the newly opened Pearl Restaurant (formerly Anthony's) in Webb Park. The buffet will begin at noon. Cost is $12 per person. Reservations are required by May 21 and are on a first-come, first-served basis. For reservations, call (858) 485-6121 or (858) 674-1711.
'Taming of the Shrew' onstage in SM
SAN MARCOS ---- The city and the Poor Players will present William Shakespeare's "The Taming of the Shrew" at 8 p.m. May 14, 15, 21 and 22 at 7 p.m. May 16 and 23 at the San Marcos Community Center, 3 Civic Center Drive. Tickets cost $10. For tickets and information, call (760) 744-9000.
After 5 club to meet May 17
SAN MARCOS ---- The Prime Time Connection After 5 club will host its monthly dinner program at 6:30 p.m. May 17 at the Old Spaghetti Factory, 111 N. Twin Oaks Valley Road. The "Bloom Where You Are Planted" program will feature a garden specialist and inspirational speaker Karla Shippey, who will discuss "How to Have it All and Keep It." Cost is $12. For reservations and information, call Mary at (760) 735-5787. The event is sponsored by the Christian Business and Professional Women's Council.
World Affairs Council to meet
RANCHO BERNARDO ---- The World Affairs Council, North County chapter will meet May 11 at the Rancho Bernardo Swim & Tennis Club, 16955 Bernardo Oaks Drive. Coffee will be served at 7 p.m. followed by the program at 7:30.
Guest speaker Dipak Gupta, political science professor at San Diego State University and co-director of the Institute of International Security and Conflict Resolution, will discuss India's relations with the United States, Pakistan and China and the current problems in Nepal. Call (858) 487-1776.
Glamourama 2004 planned
LA COSTA ---- The North Coast Unit of San Diego Children's Hospital Auxiliary will hold Fashion Night at 5 p.m. May 14 at the La Costa Resort & Spa. Proceeds will go to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. The event will include music, dancing, boutiques, cocktails, food, and a live and silent auction. Ticket prices for men are $50 in advance and $75 at the door, and are $150 for women. Call Susan at (760) 944-4480 for information and tickets.
Pet Rescue Day on the Bay set
RANCHO SANTA FE ---- The Helen Woodward Center will hold Pet Rescue Day on the Bay from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 13. Donors of a new or gently-used blanket or towel will receive a one-hour cruise on San Diego Bay with their dog. For more information, call (858) 756-4117, Ext., 379 or log on to www.animalcenter.org.
Menopause seminar offered
CARLSBAD ---- Pathway to Health presents Rabia Barkins to discuss breakthrough research on menopause. The event is free and guests will receive a health test. The workshop will be held at 7 p.m. May 20 at the Carlsbad City Library, 1775 Dove Lane. Call (760) 942-2764 to RSVP.
Dance workshop offered
CARLSBAD ---- La Costa Canyon High School's Jigsaw Dance Company will hold a dance workshop for fifth- and sixth-grade youngsters from 9 a.m. to noon May 15 in the campus gym. Children will learn hip-hop and jazz moves, and should wear dance clothes and jazz or tennis shoes that can be worn outside. A second session from 1 to 4 p.m. will be added if needed. Cost is $35, with checks made payable to LCCHS Dance. Call Joan or Laura Siem at (760) 632-7078.
Women's business symposium set
DEL MAR ---- The Women in Business Symposium will hold its fifth annual rejuvenation May 20 at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. The event will focus on business, health and attitude. Representatives from the San Diego Brain Injury Foundation will be on hand to share information about brain damage. Networking begins at 7 a.m., with a speaker planned for 9 a.m. Men and women are invited. Tickets cost $69.
'First Class' presentation
SAN DIEGUITO ---- The Boys & Girls Club of San Dieguito's Performing Arts Department will hold its musical, "First Class," May 21 through 23 at the Lomas Santa Fe branch. The show is appropriate for everyone over the third grade. Show time is 8 p.m. on May 21 and 22, at 2 p.m. May 23. Tickets cost $15 and available by calling (858) 720-2194.
Gourd decorating class offered
CARDIFF ---- Learn how to clean and decorate gourds through wood burning, basketry techniques and embellishment. The class will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 22 at the MiraCosta College's San Elijo campus, on 3333 Manchester Avenue. Cost is $57 and pre-registration is required by calling (760) 795-6820.
Teen Night planned
ENCINITAS ---- The Magdelena Ecke Family YMCA will host Teen Night from 7 to 10 p.m. May 14 at 200 Saxony Road. The 80s-themed event will feature dancing, a live DJ, glow sticks, a drawing and refreshments. Cost is $5 at the door. For more information, call Julie at (760) 942-9622, Ext. 1234.
City on-line calendar available
ENCINITAS ---- A master calendar of events, created by the city of Encinitas Tourism Subcommittee is now accessible on the Encinitas Chamber of Commerce Web site at www.encinitaschamber.com. Calendar listings include chamber events and special activities coordinated by local groups. The calendar is designed as a tool for residents who want to see what is happening in the city, and for event planners who want to avoid scheduling conflicts with other organizations.
Groups interested in submitting a calendar listing should e-mail the Encinitas Visitor's Center at info@encinitaschamber.com. The calendar will be updated weekly and include information on host organizations, times, dates, locations and phone numbers.
Legoland plans trading card day
CARLSBAD ---- Sports Trading Card Day is planned from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 15 in the Sports Center at Legoland. The event will include sports activities, trading card clinics with experts and prize giveaways. Sponsored by Upper Deck, attendees will have a chance to meet Padres third baseman Sean Burroughs from noon to 2 p.m., and have an opportunity to win a chance to attend a batting clinic with Cincinnati Reds Outfielder Ken Griffey Jr. by guessing how many Lego bricks were used to build the Padres statue in the Sports Center.
AARP meeting on tap
OCEANSIDE ---- The American Association of Retired Persons, Oceanside Chapter No. 1228, will hold a meeting featuring speaker George Chamberlin, who will speak on "Investment Fraud" at 1:30 p.m. May 11 at the Oceanside Senior Center, 455 Country Club Lane. Chamberlin is financial editor for KNSD 7/39 TV, host of "Money in the Morning," writes weekly columns in the North County Times and San Diego Business Journal, and publishes the monthly newsletter "Investing for Rookies." Refreshments will be served after the program. For more information, call (760) 758-8600 or (760) 597-0451.
Peter Sprague to perform
FALLBROOK ---- Local jazz musician Peter Sprague and Pass the Drum will perform at 7:30 p.m. May 15 at Hilltop Center, 331 E. Elder St., as part of the Fallbrook Americana Music Series. Inspired by his father, a jazz musician, Sprague took up guitar at the age of 12. By 15, he was devoting all his time and energy to learning music. He has recorded 15 albums under his own name and lent his talent to 120 others.
Recently, he played an original 20-minute guitar solo with the San Diego Symphony sharing the stage with Mark O'Connor, violinist and composer. He also serves as producer, engineer, guitar player and arranger in his Del Mar studio, Sprague Land. His performing group Pass the Drum features him on guitar; Tripp Sprague on sax, flute and percussion; Ken Dow on bass; Duncan Moore on drums; Tom Aros on percussion; and Coral Mac Farland Thuet and Leonard Patton on vocals.
Tickets are available at Major Market and at the door. Call (760) 723-7255 for more information or visit http://PeterSprague.com/thesky.shtml.
GIA scholarship established
CARLSBAD ---- Michael Beaudry, president of Michael Beaudry Inc., has contributed $164,450 to the Gemological Institute of America to establish a scholarship program for students wishing to pursue a Graduate Jeweler Gemologist diploma. The Michael Beaudry Scholarship is the largest of its kind to be established for GIA students. Consisting of a fully paid tuition to the On Campus G.J.G. program with Wax & Design, the first Beaudry scholarship will be awarded in 2006. A total of five annual scholarships will be awarded for the 18-month program. In recognition of his gift, Beaudry will be inducted into the GIA League of Honor in October, and a classroom at GIA's world headquarters in Carlsbad will be named after his company. To learn how to contribute to the GIA Endowment Fund, call GIA Director of Relations Jane Lynch at jane.lunch@gia.edu, or call (760) 603-4114.
Tri-City Hospital needs volunteers
OCEANSIDE ---- Tri-City Medical Center volunteers serve in many different areas of the hospital, including acute and direct patient care, emergency, laboratory, pharmacy, reception, imaging, gift shop and as escorts and shuttle drivers.
Bilingual volunteers are important in helping patients with language communication problems and are especially needed at this time, as are all others interested in serving. Volunteers agree to serve 100 hours a year, usually in two, four-hour shifts a month. Rewards are many, including making new friends, and creating a sense of purpose, social activities and community pride.
An orientation program open to all prospective volunteers will be held at 9 a.m. May 12 at the hospital, 4002 Vista Way. For more information and to register for orientation, call the Tri-City Auxiliary office at (760) 940-3125 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Blood drive set for May 10
POWAY ---- The San Diego Blood Bank bloodmobile will accept donations at a blood drive hosted by Midas from 2:30 to 6:30 p.m. May 10 at 12672 Poway Road. The bloodmobile will be in the parking lot.
All donors at this drive will receive a limited-edition "Are You My Type" T-shirt; a voucher for a free oil change courtesy of Midas; and a medical history review and mini physical, which includes blood pressure, pulse, temperature and iron-level checks. Donors also can enter a drawing to win one of several pairs of tickets to a Padres home game at Petco Park in June.
Anyone age 17 or older in good health and weighing at least 110 pounds may be eligible to donate blood. Eating a good meal before donating is recommended.
For appointments and information, call (800) 4MY-SDBB or visit www.sandiegobloodbank.org.
Ramona library to host programs, events
RAMONA ---- The Ramona branch of the San Diego County Library, 1406 Montecito Road, will offer these programs in May. Call the library at (760) 738-2434.
Hospital auxiliary to hold luncheon
RANCHO BERNARDO ---- The Pomerado Hospital Auxiliary will hold its annual installation luncheon and general meeting May 11 at the Country Club of Rancho Bernardo, 12280 Greens East Road. The event will begin at 11:15 a.m. with a no-host bar, followed by the luncheon at 12:15 p.m.
In addition to the installation of officers for 2004-05, the program will include the presentation of seven scholarships to local graduating high school seniors who are planning to pursue careers in the medical field. Awards for hours served by hospital volunteers also will be presented.
All auxiliary members and their guests are invited to attend. Call the auxiliary office at (858) 613-4659.
Auditions for 'Maternal Spirits' slated
SCRIPPS RANCH ---- Scripps Ranch Theatre will hold auditions for "Maternal Spirits," a comedy by Jim Capulto, on May 17 at the Legler Benbough Theatre on the Alliant International University campus off Pomerado Road. Auditions are by appointment only. Callbacks will be held May 19.
Actors are needed for the following roles: Jane, ages 30 to 50; Frank, ages 30 to 50; Momma Rose, ages 55 to 70; and Mother, ages 55 to 70. Bring a headshot, resume and a short contemporary comedic monologue.
Performances of "Maternal Spirits" are scheduled for weekends, Sept. 10 through Oct. 10. Stipends will be paid to cast and crew members.
To schedule an audition, e-mail jarinsatterlee@yahoo.com.
Super Saturday Sale set at Discovery Shop
RANCHO BERNARDO ---- The Rancho Bernardo Discovery Shop, a quality resale boutique owned by the American Cancer Society, will hold a Super Saturday Sale on May 15. Selected clothing, accessories and gift items will be offered at 50 percent off the marked price. Refreshments will be served.
Also, in conjunction with a skin cancer prevention promotion, Discovery Shop volunteers and regular customers will design and decorate straw hats that will be on display in the front window and throughout the shop May 12 through 26. The hats will be available for sale beginning May 27.
The Discovery Shop is at 11972 Rancho Bernardo Plaza, in the Vons Shopping Center. Store hours are from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Mondays through Saturdays. Call (858) 385-0479.
Spanish story time held Wednesdays
SAN MARCOS ---- Spanish preschool story time has returned to the San Marcos branch of the San Diego County Library. Spanish-speaking parents and preschoolers are invited to join Dona Bevi and Dona Gloria at 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays for stories, songs and puppet shows. Seating is limited to 35 people, so early arrival is suggested. The library is at 2 Civic Center Drive. Call (760) 831-3000.
Pop Warner football, cheer signups set
SAN MARCOS ---- Registration for the 2004 San Marcos Pop Warner youth football and cheerleading season will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 15 and from 5 to 8 p.m. May 26 at the Corky Smith Gymnasium, 274 Pico Ave. Youths must be present for weigh-in and accompanied by a parent or guardian. Bring a copy of the child's birth certificate and registration fee (cash or checks only). Information: www.sanmarcospopwarner.org or (760) 798-4036.
Teen center plans fund-raising dinner
SAN MARCOS ---- The Panorama Teen and Family Resource Center will hold its fourth annual fund-raising dinner from 6 to 10 p.m. May 15 at the San Marcos Joslyn Senior Center, 111 W. Richmar Ave. This year's theme is "Asian Paradise." Ticket prices are $25 per adult or $45 per couple; $20 per senior or $35 per senior couple; and $12 for children younger than 13. Call John or Catherine Paris at (760) 747-7444.
San Luis Rey Chorale to perform at church
SAN MARCOS ----- The San Luis Rey Chorale will perform at 4 p.m. May 16 as part of the Second Sunday Music Series at San Marcos Lutheran Church, 3419 Grand Ave. The chorale will perform both sacred and secular music. Soloists from the chorale and orchestra also will be featured. Tickets will be available at the door. Cost is $8 for adults and $4 for children. Call the church at (760) 727-1509.
Whirlaways to hold square dance
SAN MARCOS ---- Buddy Weaver will call the Whirlaways Square Dance Club's "Mayflower Frolic" dance set for May 14 at The Barn, 1950 Sycamore Drive. Rey Garza will cue. Prerounds will begin at 7:30 p.m. followed by squares from 8 to 10. The dance is open to all plus-level dancers. Requested donation is $5. Refreshments will be served.
Mike Sikorsky will be the featured caller at the club's "Troop Salute" dance May 28. The donation for this dance will be $6.
For information, call Stephen or Margaret Bolshazy at (760) 432-6890 or visit www.whirlawayssquaredanceclub.com.
Welcome Club to hold luncheon
NORTH COUNTY ---- The Welcome Club of Rancho Bernardo and Surrounding Areas will hold its monthly luncheon May 20 at Il Fornaio restaurant in Del Mar. Social hour will begin at 11 a.m. followed by lunch at noon. After lunch, attendees can take a docent-led tour of the Self-Realization Fellowship Gardens in Encinitas. For reservations, call Jeanne Nolan at (858) 485-0165.
Press Club to host speaker
RANCHO BERNARDO ---- The Press Club of Rancho Bernardo will meet at 10:30 a.m. May 14 at the Remington Club Phase II, 16916 Hierba Drive.
The guest speaker will be Joice Truban Curry, president of the Public Relations Society of America, San Diego chapter. She will explain what PRSA is and discuss the impact it has on modern practitioners of the profession.
The meeting is free and open to the public. Free parking is available in the Vons shopping center near the club. Coffee and light refreshments will be served.
Call (858) 487-2504.
Book drive under way at Palomar College
SAN MARCOS ---- The "Builders for Books" book drive runs through May 21 at Palomar College, at 1140 W. Mission Road.
The book drive is a joint effort between Community Builders, a volunteer group started by students in Palomar's TRIO/Student Support Services Program, and Palomar's Phi Theta Kappa chapter. Both new and used books will be accepted. Look for the bright red drop-off bins located throughout the campus.
The donated books will go to community-based agencies in North County that support children, women and men, including YMCA Project Oz, the Alpha Project and North County Solutions for Change.
'Yellowstone Ecosystem' field course offered
SAN MARCOS ---- Palomar College will offer a summer field course to the Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks from August 4 to 13. During the course, students will spend time traveling, hiking, canoeing and rafting to observe wildlife and learn about the ecosystem. The course, titled "The Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem," is open to 20 students, and no experience in canoeing or rafting is required.
In addition, students will research a topic of interest to them related to the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem and write a short paper on the subject, and give a 5- to- 10-minute, "campfire chat" on their topic to the rest of the class. Students also must keep a "Naturalist's Journal" of their observations, activities, presentations and wildlife observed during the course.
To participate in the field course, individuals must register for one of the following Palomar College summer classes: Biology 195 or Zoology 195 (3 units); Biology 114L (2 units); Biology 295 (2 units); and Biology 45 (3 units), which is designed for children younger than 15 who are accompanied by a parent enrolled in one of the other biology classes.
Cost is $18 per unit, plus $720 to cover accommodations, rafting, and canoeing. Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from Wyoming and for their own food.
Contact instructor Dan Sourbeer at (760) 744-1150, Ext. 2775, or dsourbeer@palomar.edu.
CSUSM Extended Studies courses slated
SAN MARCOS ---- Cal State San Marcos Extended Studies will offer the following courses in May and June: Dealing with Upset People, May 13; Effective Meeting Management, May 14; Advance Photoshop: Electronic Illustration, May 15; CBEST Test Preparation, May 17 through 24; Preparing for the CSET-MS: Test-Taking Strategies, May 26; Building Resilience to Change, May 20; Understanding Finance and Budgeting, May 21; Electronic Design Workshop, May 22; Management Basics for Supervisors, June 1; Summer Supervisory Series, June 1 through July 20; CSET-MS Sub-test I: Reading, Language and Literature, June 2; Professional Advancement Strategies, June 4; RICA, June 5; Intro to Flash: Animation for the Web, June 5; Transition from Peer to Supervisor, June 8; Spanish for Nurses (Module I), June 14 through Aug. 4; Nurse Refresher Program, June 14 through Aug. 15; Managing Within the Law, June 15; Intro to Dreamweaver, June 19; Effective Communication Skills, June 22; CSET-MS/Sub-test II: Science and Mathematics, June 28 through July 7; and Managing Invisible Diversity Conflicts, June 29.
For information about class times, locations and fees, or to request a summer catalog featuring all course listings, call the Office of Extended Studies at (760) 750-4020 or visit www.csusm-es.org.
RSF Republican Women to salute America
RANCHO SANTA FE ---- Rancho Santa Fe Republican Women Federated will host a salute to America at 5:30 p.m. May 18 featuring guest speaker John "Mac" McLaughlin, United States Army, (Ret.) and currently director of the USS Midway Museum, at its sixth annual Salute to America at the Inn at Rancho Santa Fe. The dinner event honors American patriots for their service and dedication to a grateful nation.
A color guard will be provided by the Army and Navy Academy of Carlsbad. A no-host cocktail bar begins at 6 p.m. with dinner and speaker to follow. Master of ceremonies for the dinner will be former judge Larry Sterling, candidate for the 39th State Senate District. Keynote McLaughlin is a graduate of the US Naval Academy.
Some of the young active duty servicemen who may have just returned from or are on their way soon to Iraq will be present at the dinner. There will be an opportunity to thank the United States active military and their families by making a cash or check contribution to the USO for their vital support of the armed forces.
The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe is at 5951 Linea Del Cielo. Call (858) 756-1131. Military dress is encouraged. Tickets are $55 each, valet parking included. A check confirms a reservation. Early reservations are recommended for this popular event to guarantee an opening. Responses are necessary by May 11, 2004. Checks should be made payable to RSFRWF and sent along with name of attendees to RSFRWF, P.O. Box 3764, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067-3764. Call Lynn Scully at 858-759-9549 or Ldiam@cicarlsbad.ca.us.
Woodworking Club grows and meets
ESCONDIDO ---- The North County Woodworking Club continues to grow, requiring a larger room for its monthly meetings. The club's next meeting is slated for 6 p.m. May 20, at the Joslyn Senior Center auditorium, 210 Park Ave., Escondido. Call Ray Brooks at (760) 489-7187 or go to the Web site at www.ncwc.netfirms.com.
Palomar board candidate forum slated
SAN MARCOS ---- The Palomar Community College District will present a governing board candidates' forum from 5 to 7 p.m. May 12 at Palomar College, 1140 W. Mission Road, San Marcos. The forum is sponsored by the Palomar Faculty Federation Committee on Political Education and the Political Action Committee of the Council of Classified Employees. The event will be held in room LS-24 on the San Marcos campus.
The candidates running for the three seats open in the November election will be asked to present their qualifications and reasons for pursing a seat on the Palomar College Governing Board. The public will then be invited to participate in a question-and-answer period following the candidates' presentations.
The Palomar Community College District is governed by a five-member governing board elected to four-year terms by voters in the district which serves 2,500 square miles of North County. Palomar College is one of 108 colleges in the California Community College system and one of eight in San Diego County. It serves more than 30,000 full-time and part-time students each fall and spring semester with about 18,000 students attending during the summer semester.
Call Shannon Lienhart at (760) 639-4513 or e-mail at lienhart@cox.net.
Escondido High to host 40-year reunion
ESCONDIDO ---- The Escondido High School class of 1964 will host its 40-year reunion Aug. 13 through 15. Attend Cruisin' Grand on Aug. 13, enjoy a casual dinner buffet at Pala Casino on Aug. 14 and have a picnic Aug. 15. Pass on any information on fellow classmates to Steve Verdugo at (760) 751-5330.
SDSU Extended Studies catalog available
SAN DIEGO ---- The Summer 2004 catalog for San Diego State University's College of Extended Studies is available. To receive a free copy, call (619) 265-7378 or visit the Web site at www.neverstoplearning.net.
The catalog lists courses in extension, self-improvement and career enhancing business-related courses.
In addition to offerings such as business, computers, foreign languages and art courses, residents can sign up for regular SDSU courses through the Open University program. The program allows individuals to enroll in courses (on a space available basis) without being formally admitted to the university.
The catalog also contains professional development courses and information about more than 30 professional certificate programs, which are designed to improve professional skills or prepare participants for a new career. Also offered are courses in management, business writing, leadership and other areas of business.
New programs offered this summer include Casino Gaming, The Business of Wine, Great Expressions, Painting From the Masters and Portrait Painting.
Coastal Communities Band to perform
CARLSBAD ---- The Coastal Communities Concert Band will host its annual spring concert at 2:30 p.m. May 16 at the Carlsbad Community Church, Jefferson Street and Pine Avenue. The concert will honor seven outstanding high school musicians from San Dieguito Academy High School and La Costa Canyon High School who successfully auditioned for this performance. Also on the program will be vocalist Michael Ruhl and piano soloist Dr. Joseph Valent.
Admission is $12; $10 for seniors ages 60 and older and students; and $30 for the family plan. Tickets are available in advance by calling Kris Sims at (760) 436-6137 (Encinitas), Bill Brackman at (760) 489-2383 (Escondido) or Buck Abell at (858) 793-8258 (Del Mar). For information about the Coastal Communities Concert Band, visit the Web site at www.cccband.com.
Women's networking group to meet
SAN MARCOS ---- North County Women in Networking will meet from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. May 12 at its new meeting location, the Ocean Buffet restaurant in the Nordahl Marketplace.
Suzan Tusson-McNeil, a certified life and business coach and founder of WisdomQuest, will give a presentation titled "GOal For It!," offering tips to help people prioritize their lives and take action.
Visitors are welcome. No reservations are required. For information, call Victoria at (760) 597-0005.
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Bromeliads and cycads topic of meeting
OCEANSIDE ---- Robert Kopfstein, a 25-year collector of bromeliads and cycads, will speak at 1:30 p.m. May 15 to the MiraCosta Horticulture Club of his travels to collect these plants and how to care for them. A workshop on painting rocks for the garden will be presented by Pat Harloff at 12:45 p.m. The club meets in the MiraCosta College Student Center, One Barnard Drive. Visitors are welcome. For information, call (760) 643-0177.
Republican women to hold annual fashion show
OCEANSIDE ---- The Oceanside Republican Women Federated will present its "Spring Fling" annual fashion show May 12 at La Mision Restaurant, 3232 Mission Ave. Social hour begins at 11 a.m. Luncheon is at noon followed by styles by Stein Mart of Oceanside. Event will feature opportunity drawings for gifts and gift certificates. Donation is $20. For more information, contact Karen Bell at (760) 757-1007.
Grant-writing topic of workshop
OCEANSIDE ---- RCS Grant Writing Systems will hold a six-hour workshop entitled "The Joy of Writing Grants" at 9 a.m. May 13 at the Ramada Inn Oceanside, 1440 Mission Ave. The seminar is open to municipal/county workers as well as school teachers/administrators and nonprofit employees. For registration fees and group rates, call (888) 829-0837.
'A Taste of Old England' concert scheduled
OCEANSIDE ---- Madrigals, motets, parlor songs and excerpts from operettas, all with a British flair, will give audiences "A Taste of Old England," the title of a concert to be presented by MiraCosta North Coast Concert Chorale, San Elijo Chorale and MCC Chamber Chorale at 7:30 p.m. May 15 and 2 p.m. May 16 at the MiraCosta College Theatre, One Barnard Drive.
The program will feature both sacred and secular pieces of historical significance, including movements from Handel's oratorios, popular choruses from Gilbert and Sullivan operettas and several settings of poems by Lewis Carroll's "Through the Looking Glass." Admission is $8; students and seniors $6. The theatre is equipped with wheelchair spaces and FM sound enhancement. For more information, call the box office at (760) 795-6815 from 1 to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Kids kayaking camp taking sign-ups
OCEANSIDE ---- Sign-ups are being taken for Kids Kayak Camp for ages seven to 17. Four one-half-day sessions will be held from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday beginning June 21 at Oceanside Harbor. Learn kayaking skills and boating safety, environmental education, sand games and more. Cost is $150 each session. For more information, call Guided Adventures in Nature at (760) 434-0487.
Grief support group available
VISTA ---- The First Church of Religious Science hosts Life Changes, an ongoing grief support group, at 10:15 a.m. the seond and fourth Monday of each month. The church is at 560 S. Melrose Drive. Call (760) 724-9170.
Vista Friends & Newcomers to meet
VISTA ---- Vista Friends & Newcomers will meet at 10 a.m. May 13 for the monthly coffee at Arcadia Place, 1080 Arcadia Ave. The Ballet Folklorica Dance Team from Rancho Buena Vista High School will perform to commemorate Cinco de Mayo. Visitors are welcome. For information, call (760) 599-4835.
Vista Gem & Mineral Society to discuss agates
VISTA ---- Vista Gem & Mineral Society will hold its regular meeting at 7:30 p.m. May 20 at Gloria McClellan Senior Center, 1400 Vale Terrace Drive. Visitors are welcome. There will be a slide program on agates, plus an audience show-and-tell on favorite agates. Refreshments will be served. For more information, call (760) 724-0395.
Temple B'Nai Tikvah events slated
VISTA ---- Temple B'Nai Tikvah will hold a potluck dinner followed by a Family Service led by Rabbi Silverman with the assistance of the Hebrew School students at 6 p.m. May 21 at 1600 Buena Vista Drive. The Hebrew School will hold a Lag B'Omer bonfire and cookout at 6 p.m. May 16 at the home of Hebrew School Director Sylvia Cramer.
For directions, call (760) 727-7785. The school will also hold a Walkathon and family picnic beginning at 10 a.m. May 23 at Brengle Terrace Park. The fund-raiser will benefit children's service organizations in Israel.
Class teaches how to accessorize
VISTA ---- The city of Vista Recreation Division will hold a class, "Get Accessorized," from 6 to 8:30 p.m. May 18 at Brengle Terrace Park. Learn innovative ways to tie scarves and use jewelry, and how colors and shapes can enhance appearance. Instructor is Claudia Marsh, owner of Image Works, a color and style consulting company. Fee is $15 for Vista residents; $20 for nonresidents. Preregistration is required. For more information, call Kerran at (760) 726-1340, Ext. 1572.
Michael's to holds scrapbooking classes
VISTA ---- Michael's at 1851 University Drive will hold a Beginning Scrapbooking class from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. May 19. Cost is $10. A Scrapbooking Tips and Techniques class will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. May 26. Cost is $12. For information, call (760) 941-7350.
Auditions for "Seussical the Musical" scheduled
Encore Youth Theatre will hold auditions for "Seussical the Musical" from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 15 at a location to be announced. Play is directed by Renee Kollar with musical direction by Heather Megill. Callbacks will take place from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. May 16. Those interested in auditioning should bring three resumes, three headshots and a one-minute vocal selection, preferably on sheet music, but cued tape or CD is acceptable. Accompanist will be provided.
Be prepared to dance. Dance shoes are encouraged. Bring a schedule to check for conflicts. Ages 8 to 20 will be considered. Performance dates are 7:30 p.m. July 9,10, 16 and 17, and 2 p.m. July 11 and 18 at the Avo Playhouse. For an appointment, call (760) 945-0339 or e-mail Claudia@jps.net.
Insurance women of North County to meet
OCEANSIDE ---- The Insurance Women of North San Diego County invite anyone employed in the insurance industry to attend its dinner meeting at 5:30 p.m. May 19 at Chin's Szechwan Palace, 2241 El Camino Real. Cost is $18 and includes dinner. The Insurance Women of North San Diego County is a local chapter of the National Association of Insurance Women. The group provides professional education, leadership opportunities, networking and community involvement. For information and reservations, contact Carola Eeb at (760) 966-2722 or visit the Web site at www.iwnsd.com.
Camp H.O.P.E. accepting reservations
CARLSBAD ---- Hospice of the North Coast is accepting reservations for Camp H.O.P.E. (Healing Outdoor Play Experience) for children and families who have lost a parent, sibling or other loved one. Pre-registration is required by May 25. Held June 12 and 13 at Green Oak Ranch in Vista, the overnight family retreat will be filled with adventures in healing for all attending and will include swimming, art activities, adult support groups, a campfire and candlelight ceremony.
A $10 registration fee is the total amount required per family for parents and their children ages seven to 19. For more information or to request a registration packet, call (760) 431-4100.
League of Women voters to meet
CARLSBAD ---- The League of Women Voters of North Coast San Diego County will hold its annual meeting with breakfast buffet May 22 at Tomiko's Restaurant. For more information, call (760) 736-1608 or log on to www.lwvncsd.org.
Spring pops concert planned
CARLSBAD ---- The Coastal Communities Concert Band will perform from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. May 16 at Carlsbad Community Church, 3175 Harding St. Tickets cost $12 general admission, $10 seniors and children.
'Peaceful Divorce' workshop set
CARLSBAD ---- "Peaceful Divorce: An Idea Whose Time Has Come" is the topic of a workshop to be held from 2 to 3:30 p.m. May 8 in the Carlsbad Community Center Recreation Hall, 3096 Harding St. The seminar will be conducted by four professionals, who will address media vs. litigation, division of assets, settlement options and financial planning, tax planning and effective co-parenting after divorce.
Legoland plans trading card day
CARLSBAD ---- Sports Trading Card Day is planned from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 15 in the Sports Center at Legoland. The event will include sports activities, trading card clinics with experts and prize giveaways. Sponsored by Upper Deck, attendees will have a chance to meet Padres third baseman Sean Burroughs from noon to 2 p.m., and have an opportunity to win a chance to attend a batting clinic with Cincinnati Reds Outfielder Ken Griffey Jr. by guessing how many Lego bricks were used to build the Padres statue in the Sports Center.
Triathlon, expo volunteers sought
CARLSBAD ---- Volunteers are needed to make the internationally famous Carlsbad Triathlon and Seaside Expo a success. Mandatory training for the May 22 and 23 event is planned from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. May 13, with dinner provided, at 799 Pine St. Volunteers are needed for the Triathlon preregistration and to man the expo fun zone from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; and to tend to water stations on the course from 6 a.m. to noon. For more information, call Derek Dankers at (760) 602-4684.
Networking Group to meet
RANCHO SANTA FE ---- The Business and Professional Women's Networking Group will hold its monthly meeting from 11:15 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. May 20. The meeting will feature speaker Carolle Jean-Murat, an award-winning author and motivational speaker for midlife women. Cost is $23 for members, $30 for members without reservations and guests. Contact Betty at (760) 753-7644.
Symposium to be held
RANCHO SANTA FE ---- Dee E. Sliver will talk about fighting Parkinson's and Alzheimer's diseases, and how to create healthy choices to pass on wealth to heirs. The symposium will take place at the Inn at Rancho Santa Fe on May 19. For more information and reservations, call (858) 273-6763.
Horticultural Society to meet
DEL MAR ---- The San Diego Horticultural Society will meet at 6:30 p.m. May 10 in the Surfside Race Place at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. The speaker will be David Foss, who will talk about 25 years of gardening at Leaning Pine Arboretum at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. Foss is the owner and president of Native Sons Inc., a wholesale nursery in Arroyo Grande that specializes in plants from California and other Mediterranean regions. He also teaches horticulture at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. The meeting will also feature a plant forum, where experts will discuss plants and answer questions about plants brought in by the audience. For more information, call (760) 730-3268.
Surfrider fund-raiser set
DEL MAR ---- The Surfrider Foundation, San Diego chapter, will hold its fourth annual Art Gala from 6 to 10 p.m. May 14 at the Powerhouse, 1658 Coast Highway. The event will feature about 50 pieces of art from renowned artists, gourmet food from several local restaurants and entertainment. Proceeds will go directly to programs including beach clean ups, water quality testing, pollution monitoring and education outreach.
Tickets cost $65 or $120 for two, and include food and drink. To order tickets, send a check or money order to P.O. Box 1511, Solana Beach, CA 92075. For more information, e-mail stefanie@surfrider.org.
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