North County community news: Artist books to be displayed at Brandon Gallery

By: North County Times | Thursday, December 15, 2005 7:44 PM PST ∞

FALLBROOK ---- Brandon Gallery in Fallbrook is showing "Ghost Town or Bust," a display of artist books by guest Renee Richetts from Jan. 3 through 31.

Unlike traditional exhibitions, visitors will be encouraged to handle a number of the books. They also will be encouraged to compare Richettsí approach to traditional book structures with her exploration of more novel designs.

An artistís reception will take place from 1 to 5 p.m. Jan. 7 at the gallery at 105 N. Main St. It is free and open to the public. Call (760) 723-1330.

Church choirs to perform


FALLBROOK ---- The chancel choir, children's choir, bell choir, instrumentalists and soloists will perform a Christmas vespers concert at 3 p.m. Dec. 18 at Fallbrook Presbyterian Church.

Director William Hatcher will present the Christmas portion of Handel's "Messiah" and "The Many Moods of Christmas" by Shaw and Bennett.

The chancel bell choir will perform "Still, Still, Still" and "Ding Dong Merrily on High."

Featured soloists are Mary Jaeb, soprano; Pamela Frisbie, mezzo soprano; Justin Kalm, tenor; and Stephen Knoll-Gentry, baritone.

Admission is free, but a free-will offering will be taken.

The church is at 463 S. Stage Coach Lane. Call (760) 728-5804.

Riverview church plans holiday services


BONSALL ---- Riverview Evangelical Free Church will celebrate the birth of Christ with services at 5 and 6:30 p.m. Dec. 24 and 9 to 10 a.m. Christmas day. Both Christmas Eve services will feature carols, special music and candlelight effects, Scripture reading and a Christmas message. The 5 p.m. service will be family-oriented, while the 6:30 p.m. service will be contemporary.

Children will remain in the Sanctuary with their parents for all three services. The church office will be closed Dec. 26 and 30. The church is at 4980 Sweetgrass Lane. Call (760) 941-1430, or e-mail the church at riverview@refc.org or visit www.refc.org.

Mormons plan Christmas concert


FALLBROOK ---- The 17th annual Multi-Ward Christmas concert will take place at 7 p.m. Dec. 18 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 621 S. Stage Coach Lane.

The program will include narrated Christmas classics and Christmas carols being conducted by Anne Renshaw and Eric Peterson. There will be solos, group numbers, choir singing and instrumental solos.

Accompanists are Jean Dixon, Karen Mitchell and Laralyn Irvine. Everyone is welcome. Admission is free.

Fundraising nonevent planned


FALLBROOK ---- Nearly 3,000 invitations have been sent out inviting donors not to attend a fundraising event.

"The Murder at 135 South Mission Road," an interactive murder mystery play, is being held as a pretend fundraiser by the Fallbrook Healthcare Foundation. The foundation offices are at 135 S. Mission Road.

"There is no need for the donors to rent a tuxedo, buy a gown, juggle their schedule or hassle with a babysitter," said foundation board President Bob Wright. "This fundraiser couldnít be easier or more fun. And the best part ---- you get to stay home. If you didnít get an invitation and want to make a donation, call the foundation at (760) 723-7713."

The invitation instructs people to select what they would like for their imaginary dinner, add up the cost of that dinner, write their check for that amount, and then put it into the pre-addressed, stamped envelope accompanying the invitation.

Executive Director Betsey Levering added, "The pretend fundraiser is intended to not only help raise funds for the foundation but to also expand membership, increase visibility within the community and to educate people about the services provided by the foundation."

Since 1979, the foundation has served the health care needs of Fallbrook, Bonsall, Rainbow and De Luz communities. Today, the foundation funds and operates five programs that include:

-- The CARE Van: a shuttle service to take seniors and the disabled to medical appointments, pharmacies and the grocery store.

-- The Fallbrook Adult Day Care Center: a social and recreational program designed for the frail and elderly.

-- The Care Advocate: individual assistance and resources for people facing health and aging challenges alone.

-- Health Care Resources: a data base accessible in person, by phone or on the Internet about local, county and state health resources.

-- Project Care: a community volunteer effort to enable frail, elderly or disabled people living alone to be safe and self-sufficient in their homes.

The foundation also partners with 10 local, county or state organizations to provide heath care services and referrals. Services include funding Health Watch monitors, SeniorNet computer classes, and support groups for caregivers and family members with mentally ill relatives.

Pet adoption set for Dec. 17


ENCINITAS ---- Dogs and cats will be offered for adoption at the Friends of County Animal Shelters event from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 17 at PetSmart, 1034 N. El Camino Real, Encinitas Ranch Town Center. For information, call (619) 685-3536 or visit the Web site at www.focas-sandiego.org.

Brandeis alumnilecture planned


CARDIFF ---- The Brandeis University National Women's Committee Chapters: San Diego, San Dieguito and Rancho Bernardo will host a lecture by professors Robert Sekuler and Stephen J. Whitfield at 9:30 a.m. Jan. 3 at Temple Soleil.

Sekuler and Whitfield will discuss "Science of the Human Brain: Who We Are and What We May Become" and "National Security versus Freedom of Expression: The Pentagon Papers as History" as part of Brandeis' University on Wheels 2006 program. Cost is $36. For information, call Ida at (760) 471-8992 or Pauline at (858) 673-0883.

Meditation lecture set


CARLSBAD ---- The Carlsbad City Library will host a lecture by health expert and educational psychologist Dr. Jonathan Shapiro at noon Dec. 17 at the public library, 1775 Dove Lane. Shapiro will speak on the benefits of transcendental meditation for a longer, happier life: inner peace, richer relationships, increased work productivity, and the reduction of stress-related concerns. For information, call (858) 490-2704 or e-mail joanne108@adelphia.net.

Library to show free film


CARLSBAD ---- City boy Billy Crystal will get a taste of the "wild West" in the film "City Slickers," to screen at 6 p.m. Dec. 21 at the Dove Libraryís Schulman Auditorium, 1775 Dove Lane. The screening is free. Call (760) 602-2026.

Legoland New Year's bash set


CARLSBAD ---- Legoland will host kids' New Year's Eve festivities beginning at 3 p.m. Dec. 31 at 1 Legoland Drive.

The festivities will include performances by local teen rock band, The Fijis (the official 2005 band for Carlsbad) and a 6 p.m. fireworks display.

Cost is $41.95 for seniors and children ages 3 and up, $49.95 for adults. For information, call (760) 918-LEGO or go to the Web site at www.LEGOLAND.com.

Cooking with preschoolers


CARLSBAD ---- The cooking class sponsored by the Carlsbad Recreation Department will be offered from 10 to 11 a.m. Jan. 5 through Jan. 26 at Stagecoach Community Center, 3420 Camino de los Coches. Children and caregivers will learn basic cooking skills while learning to count, basic fractions, and learning about various shapes.

Cost is $38 for residents, $43 for nonresidents, plus a $12 supply fee due to instructor on the first day of class. Pre-registration is required. For information, call (760) 602-4680 or visit the Web site at www.carlsbadconnect.org.

Baby yoga class to start


CARLSBAD ---- Your Brilliant Baby and the Carlsbad Recreation Department will present a baby yoga class from 10:15 to 11 a.m. Jan. 9 through Feb. 13 at Calavera Hills Community Center, 2997 Glasgow Drive. Parents will learn poses and songs to calm and invigorate babies from ages 1 to 10 months. Cost is $62 for residents, $67 for nonresidents. Pre-registration is required. For information, call (760) 602-4680 or visit the Web site at www.carlsbadconnect.org.

Spanish for preschoolers


CARLSBAD ---- The Carlsbad Recreation Department will lead a Spanish for preschoolers class from 8:45 to 9:30 a.m. Jan. 10 through Feb. 14 at the Calavera Hills Community Center, 2997 Glasgow Drive. The class is a way for young children ages 3 and 4 to learn Spanish through music, games and movement along with basic vocabulary and conversation. Cost is $66 for residents, $71 for nonresidents. Pre-registration is required. For information, call (760) 602-4680 or visit the Web site at www.carlsbadconnect.org.

Volunteers sought for marathon


CARLSBAD ----- Volunteers are needed to assist with a wide variety of activities during the Carlsbad Marathon weekend, Jan. 13 through 15. Weekend events include the Health and Fitness Expo on Jan. 13 and Jan. 14, the Keebler Kids Marathon Mile Jan. 14, and the Carlsbad Marathon and Half Marathon Jan. 15. For information, call (760) 692-2900 or visit the Web site at www.carlsbadmaraton.com.

Center offers painting class


CARLSBAD ---- The Carlsbad RecreationDepartment will offer instruction in Oriental Sumi-e painting from 10 a.m. to noon Jan. 13 through Feb. 17 at the Harding Community Center, 3096 Harding St. Sumi-e is a unique, ancient art form of specialized painting handed down from one Japanese master to another through the centuries. Artists ages 12 and older will use rice paper, sumi-e ink, ink stone and brushes. Cost is $48 for residents, $53 for nonresidents.

Pre-registration is required. For information, call (760) 602-4680 or visit the Web site at www.carlsbadconnect.org.

Center offers knitting class


CARLSBAD ---- The Carlsbad Recreation Department will offer "Knit 101" from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Jan. 19 at the Stagecoach Community Center, 420 Camino de los Coches. The class is designed to teach children ages 10 to 17 basic knitting techniques. Cost is $18 for residents and $23 for nonresidents, plus a $15 supplies fee. Pre-registration is required. For information, call (760) 602-4680 or visit the Web site at www.carlsbadconnect.org.

Library offersopera previews


CARLSBAD ---- The Carlsbad Cultural Arts Office will host a session of the San Diego Opera's free lecture series "Opera Previews" at 10 a.m. Jan. 28 at the Schulman Auditorium, Carlsbad City Library, 1775 Dove Lane. Musicologist Ron Shaheen will explore Gioachino Rossini's comic opera "The Barber of Seville."

To prevent overflow, admission tickets will be distributed starting at 9:15 a.m. For information, call (760) 434-2904 or visit the Arts Newsletter page at www.carlsbadca.gov/arts.

Computer class offered


CARLSBAD ---- The city of Carlsbad will sponsor a class that will teach basic computer concepts including hardware, software and Windows programs from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Jan. 3 through Jan. 24 at the Carlsbad Senior Center, 799 Pine Ave. The class is for ages 18 years and older. Cost is $45 for residents, $50 nonresidents. Pre-registration is required. For information, call (760) 602-4690 or visit the Web site at www.carlsbadconnect.org.

Dog obedience class offered


CARLSBAD ---- The city of Carlsbad will sponsor a class dealing with how dogs learn along with solutions for house training, digging, chewing, barking, jumping and other destructive behavior from 6 to 7 p.m. Jan. 10 through Feb. 14 at the Carlsbad Senior Center, 799 Pine Ave.

The class is recommended for ages 12 and older. Pre-registration is required. Cost is $75 for residents, $80 nonresidents. For information, call (760) 602-4690 or visit the Web site at www.carlsbadconnect.org.

Spanish for kids class offered


CARLSBAD ---- A class sponsored by the city of Carlsbad teaches children ages 5 to 11 Spanish through music, games and movement. Classes are held from 3:30 to 4:15 p.m. Jan. 10 through Feb. 14 at Calavera Community Center, 2997 Glasgow Drive.

Cost is $66 for residents, $71 nonresidents. Pre-registration is required. For information, call (760) 602-4690 or visit the Web site at www.carlsbadconnect.org.

After-school class planned


CARLSBAD ---- Crafty Kids, a city of Carlsbad class for children ages 5 to 12, teaches various art mediums including watercolor, water-based acrylics and more from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Jan. 6 through Jan. 27 at the Stagecoach Community Center, 3420 Camino de los Coches.

Pre-registration is required. Cost is $45 for residents, $50 nonresidents, plus an $18 supply fee. For information, call (760) 602-4690 or visit the Web site at www.carlsbadconnect.org.

Horticulture groupmeets Jan. 9


DEL MAR ---- The San Diego Horticulture Society will meet at 6 p.m. Jan. 9 in the Surfside Race Place at the Del Mar Fairgrounds.

Horticulturist Eric Larson, executive director of the San Diego County Farm Bureau, will speak on the county's horticulture Industry in a talk titled "Why It's Here, Will It Stay?" For information, call (760) 730-3268 or visit the Web site at www.sdhortsoc.org.

Car show, toy drive set for Dec. 17


ESCONDIDO ---- The Wicked Lowz Truck & Car Club will host its first car show and toy drive Dec. 17 at M & G Kustoms, 1704 E. Valley Parkway. The show is open to cars and trucks of all makes, models and years. Registration will be held from 7 to 9:45 a.m. and the show will begin at 10. The presentation of trophies and a raffle will start at 2 p.m.

The club also will hold a toy drive to benefit children living at Hope Through Housing's Cobblestone Village Apartments in Escondido. Donations of new, unwrapped toys are requested.

Registration fees for the car show are $10 with a toy donation and $15 without. Admission is free for spectators.

For information about the club, visit www.wickedlowz.com.

Gourd art class set for Jan. 7


ESCONDIDO ---- The Baiamonte Gourd Farm will offer a gourd art class from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Jan. 7. Participants can learn how to properly select, handle and clean gourds; cut intricate details; clean the inside of the gourd and seal the outside; strengthen weak walls; and apply a lasting finish. Classes are limited to small groups in order to ensure one-on-one instruction. Fee of $40 includes a cleaning kit and a gourd. Reserve to (760) 741-3736.

YMCA to offer Diabetes Exercise Group


ESCONDIDO ---- The Palomar Family YMCA will offer a Diabetes Exercise Group from 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesdays beginning in January. Instructors will show participants how to exercise to help them become fit while lessening the side effects of the disease. Financial assistance is available. For information, call Brenda Wilson at (760) 745-7490, Ext. 231.

Recreation classes to begin in January


ESCONDIDO ---- Registration is under way for the city's winter session of recreation classes. A wide variety of classes are scheduled for adults and youths.

New classes for adults include "Morning Lap Swimming," "Adult Child, Infant CPR & First-Aid," "Cookies Galore," "Chocolate, Chocolate, Chocolate," "Japanese Steak," "Feng Shui: Landscape," "Organize Your Home Office," "Monitor Your Child's Internet Experience," "Money Making Ideas for Online Businesses," "Secrets to Selling on Web Auction Sites," "Shopping on the Web," and "The Wonder of Glass Beads."

New activities for youths include "Junior Guard Level 1," "Sea, Sand & Surf," "Magnetic Magic," "Mosaic Art for Children" and "Infant Massage."

Most classes will begin the week of Jan. 9. Brochures are available at Escondido City Hall, the East Valley Community Center, the Escondido Sports Center and online at www.escondido.org/recreation. Register in person at City Hall, 201 N. Broadway, or at the East Valley Community Center, 2245 E. Valley Parkway or online at the above Web site. Phone-in registration will begin Dec. 19. For information, call (760) 839-4691 or e-mail recreation@escondido.org.

Children's museum seeks volunteers


ESCONDIDO ---- The Escondido Children's Museum, a nonprofit agency that provides science, geography and cultural programs and activities for children through age 9, is seeking volunteers. Opportunities include docents, outreach/special events and newsletter. Applications are available at the museum at 380 N. Escondido Blvd., Studio 1 (in the California Center for the Arts, Escondido, complex) or online at www.escondidochildrensmuseum.org. For information, call Tricia James at (760) 233-7755 or e-mail tjames@escondidochildrensmuseum.org.

'Fire Recovery' hike planned at Daley Ranch


ESCONDIDO ---- A free "Fire Recovery" walk will be offered at 9 a.m. Dec. 25 at Daley Ranch. Join naturalist/biologist Carol Stanford for a moderate hike on Boulder Loop to see how Daley Ranch's plant communities have recovered from the fires.

All trails include steep and/or slippery sections. Participants should bring at least a quart of water and wear a sun hat, sunscreen and hiking boots or treaded footwear. Youths younger than 18 must be with an adult. No pets are allowed. Meet at the Daley Ranch entrance on La Honda Drive. Reservations are requested. Call (760) 839-4680. A shuttle with handicapped accessibility runs on Sundays.

For a hike schedule and trail map, visit www.ci.escondido.ca.us.

'Bethlehem Village' to offer family fun


POWAY ---- North City Presbyterian Church will present its seventh annual "Bethlehem Village" from 6 to 9 tonight and Dec. 17 at the church, 11717 Poway Road. The free event is a recreation of first-century Bethlehem, complete with a census, Roman guards, nativity show, petting zoo, llama rides, games and crafts for children, puppet shows, musical entertainment, food and more. For information, call the church at (858) 748-4642 or visit www.northcitychurch.com/bv/.

Candy Land event begins today


POWAY ---- The city will present its annual Holiday Festival & Candy Land event from 4 to 9 p.m. today and Dec. 17 at Poway Community Park, 13094 Civic Center Drive.

The event will feature visits with Santa; appearances by Frosty the Snowman and Rudolph the Red-Nose Reindeer; Snow Hill; caroling; hot chocolate, food and candy; and a Santa and Friends parade at 5:30 p.m. In addition, the life-sized version of the Candy Land board game will be open from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Admission is $5 for children ages 2 to 10 and $1 for parents. For information, call at (858) 668-4570.

Blood drive planned at Cold Stone Creamery


RAMONA ---- Cold Stone Creamery, at 1451 Main St., will host a San Diego Blood Bank blood drive from 2 to 6:30 p.m. Dec. 20. The bloodmobile will be in the parking lot.

All donors at this drive will receive a limited-edition San Diego Blood Bank "Do it for the Doughnut" T-shirt, a voucher for a free medium Cold Stone Creamery creation with one topping and other gifts. Donors also will receive a medical history review and mini physical, which includes blood pressure, pulse and temperature checks.

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 information or to schedule an appointment, visit www.sandiegobloodbank.org or call (800) 4MY-SDBB.

Card-making classes offered


POWAY ---- Stamping Details will offer a "Grateful Greetings" card-making class from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Dec. 28 and again from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Dec. 29. Participants can create three special thank-you cards. Cost of $22 includes supplies. Stamping Details is at 14009 Midland Road. For information, call (858) 513-8024 or visit www.stampingdetails.com.

Lab rescue group to hold adoption event


LA MESA ---- Labrador Rescuers will host a Labrador adoption event from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec. 17 at Harry Griffen Park, 9550 Milden St. For information, visit www.labradorrescuers.org.

Blood drive set for Dec. 20 in San Marcos


SAN MARCOS ---- Just for Your Health Therapeutic Massage, at 1001 W. San Marcos Blvd., will host a San Diego Blood Bank blood drive from 2:30 to 7 p.m. Dec. 20. The bloodmobile will be in the parking lot.

All donors at this drive will receive a limited-edition San Diego Blood Bank "Do it for the Doughnut" T-shirt, a voucher for a free 30-minute massage courtesy of Just for Your Health Therapeutic Massage and other gifts. Donors also will receive a medical history review and mini physical, which includes blood pressure, pulse and temperature checks.

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 information or to schedule an appointment, visit www.sandiegobloodbank.org or call (800) 4MY-SDBB.

Creative marketing certificate program available


SAN MARCOS ---- Cal State San Marcos Extended Studies is offering a new certificate program designed to enable entrepreneurs, direct marketers, communications and other business professionals to increase their companies' sales and profits through innovative and productive marketing techniques.

The program, "Certificate in Creative Marketing," will feature industry expert instructors along with nationally recognized marketing, communications and public relations guest speakers.

For information or to register, call the Extended Studies office at (760) 750-4020 or visit www.csusm-es.org.

Childhood development certificate program offered


SAN MARCOS ---- Cal State San Marcos Extended Studies is offering a new certificate program that provides training for career opportunities in day care centers, preschools and other child care organizations.

The "Certificate of Completion in Early Childhood Education" is designed to be highly flexible and students can tailor their own curriculum. Beyond preparing participants to apply for the permits required to work for funded child development programs in California, course credits also may transfer to associate and bachelor degree programs. Select courses will be offered in both English and Spanish.

For information or to register, call the Extended Studies office at (760) 750-4020 or visit www.csusm-es.org

Ballroom dancing set at Oceana


OCEANSIDE ---- Ballroom dancing for couples and singles age 55 and older will be held from 7 to 9:15 p.m. Dec. 17 at 550 Vista Bella. The dance will feature table seating with finger foods, refreshments and a live band by Billy Harper. Cost is $5 per person. Dances are held the third Saturday of each month.

Tickets are now on sale for the New Year's Eve dinner dance featuring music by The Vidals. Cost is $25 per person. Last year's dance sold out so purchase tickets early by calling Joe at (760) 966-6838.

City hosts annual toy drive


OCEANSIDE ---- City of Oceanside employees are hosting their annual Holiday Toy Drive to assist needy children during this holiday season. Donations of unwrapped toys can be dropped off through Dec. 21 at the following locations.

-- Fire Station 1: Downtown, Nevada Street and Pierview Way

-- Fire Station 2: South Oceanside, Ditmar and Cassidy streets

-- Fire Station 3: Oceanside Boulevard and El Camino Real

-- Fire Station 4: Lake Boulevard and Thunder Drive

-- Fire Station 5: North River Road and Redondo Drive

-- Fire Station 6: Mesa Drive and North Santa Fe Avenue

-- Oceanside Police Department: 3855 Mission Ave.

-- Housing and Neighborhood Services Department: 321 N. Nevada St.

-- Code Enforcement Office: 602 Civic Center Drive

For more information, call Olga Lugan, code enforcement officer, at (760) 435-3962.

Boys & Girls Club offers holiday program


OCEANSIDE ---- The Boys & Girls Club of Oceanside will offer a Holiday Program Dec. 19 through 23, and Dec. 27 through 30 at 401 Country Club Lane. Club hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Also offered is the Extended Day Program from 7 to 10 a.m. and 5 to 6 p.m. each day with fees of $15 per day or $50 per week. Participants in the Extended Day Program must sign up in advance. All participants must be members of the Boys & Girls Club, which has an annual membership fee of $55. Activities will include sports, arts and crafts, computer technology, gamesroom activities and special events. Call (760) 433-8920.

Senior center plans 'Circle of Life Tour'


OCEANSIDE ---- The Oceanside Senior Center Happy Wanderers Travel Service is planning a "Circle of Life Tour" along the central coast of California for three days and two nights Jan. 31 through Feb. 2. Cost is $256 per person double occupancy and $266 per person single occupancy. Price includes accommodations for two nights at the Spyglass Inn in Pismo Beach, lunch in Solvang for an authentic Danish smorgasbord, a tour of the Quicksilver Miniature 20-acre horse ranch to see the breeding and raising of miniature horses, and dinner at McLintock's Saloon where to watch the sunset over the Pacific.

Also included is breakfast at the Old West Cinnamon Roll Factory in Pismo Beach, a visit to the beaches above Hearst Castle to observe the elephant seals, lunch at the Madonna Inn in San Luis Obispo and a docent-led tour of the Butterfly Groves of Pismo Beach for a first-hand introduction to the unusual life cycle and migratory habits of the Monarch butterfly.

The bus leaves promptly at 8 a.m. Jan. 31 from the Park and Ride at Maxson and Barnes and returns at approximately 6 p.m. Feb. 2. To make reservations, call (760) 435-5250.

Donations being accepted for WRC


OCEANSIDE ---- Moe Lambert, owner of City Automotive, is accepting donations for the Women's Resource Center through Dec. 23. Bring a new, unwrapped toy or nonperishable food items to 2255-B Oceanside Blvd. Business house are 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday and 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. Call (760) 722-6718.

Senior center plans holiday luncheon


VISTA ---- The Gloria McClellan Senior Center will hold a Holiday Buffet luncheon Dec. 22 at 1400 Vale Terrace Drive. The menu will include turkey and ham, mashed and sweet potatoes, green bean almondine, glazed baby carrots, hot dinner rolls, ambrosia and Christmas pie. There will be entertainment and a special visit by Santa Claus. For seniors 60 and older a contribution of $3 is suggested. For those younger than 60 there is a $5 charge. Reservations are requested by calling (760) 724-3362 the day before or the morning of the luncheon.

Beginning computer classes held


VISTA ---- The Gloria McClellan Senior Center holds ongoing Beginning Computer classes from 1 to 3 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays at 1400 Vale Terrace Drive. Each eight-hour session teaches how to use e-mail, the Internet and basic applications. Cost is $35 per session and a workbook is included. Call (760) 639-6160.

Intermediate Computer Skills offered


VISTA ---- The Gloria McClellan Senior Center will hold a class, Intermediate Computer Skills, from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Jan. 16, 18 and 20 at 1400 Vale Terrace Drive. The class will teach the different programs on PCs, how to use a Web browser and Web-based e-mail. Cost is $35. Call (760) 639-6160.

Good deed contest winner awarded


VISTA ---- Mark Elliott and Debra Asakura, doctors at Performance Chiropractic Center, recently awarded a new Internet-ready Dell laptop computer to Hayden Schlosser, the latest winner of the Do A Good Deed Contest. The contest encourages youth age 21 and younger to do a good deed in the community and then write an essay detailing what they did, what motivated them to do the deed and what they learned throughout the process.

Schlosser, a freshman at El Camino High School, took a mission trip with his church youth group to Mexico where they performed services for children who live in an orphanage.