Community News Briefs
By: North County Times - 4/25/2006 - | ∞
Reche club plans country sale
FALLBROOK ---- The Reche Community Club will sponsor a country sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 20 on the school grounds. Sale chairmen are Doris Ham and Frances Hubert. Proceeds from the sale will be used to support and maintain the one-room school that was built in 1896.
The Reche Club was formed in 1934 to maintain the school, which functioned as a one-room schoolhouse for grades one through eight until 1939. The club continues to preserve and maintain the school for Fallbrook. It has two fundraisers a year. One is the chicken potpie dinner in the fall. This is the second year for the country yard sale.
The public is asked to donate saleable new or used items for the sale. Donations are tax deductible. To donate, contact Frances Hubert at (760) 723-3162, or Mildred Straight at (760) 728-3607.
Surplus produce being collected
FALLBROOK ---- Surplus fruit and vegetables to be donated to families on Camp Pendleton will be collected from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 2 and 3 at the Fallbrook Church of Religious Science at 331 E. Elder St. From now on, the donations will be accepted the first week of each month instead of the second week. Call (760) 723-8291.
Prom planned for seniors
FALLBROOK ---- A prom for senior citizens will take place from 5 to 8 p.m. April 28 at the Joslyn Senior Center, 399 Heald Lane. Host is the Fallbrook High School Associated Student Body. Prom theme is "The Way You Look Tonight." Those attending are encouraged to dress in formal attire.
Vacancies remain for bus trip
FALLBROOK ---- Eight seats remain for the Fallbrook Seniors trip to the Four Queens May 2, 3 and 4 in Las Vegas. Cost is $103 per person, double occupancy; $140, single occupancy. Loading begins at 8:30 a.m. from the center at 399 Heald Lane, and there will be a rest stop in Barstow both ways. Departure from the casino is 10:30 a.m. May 4, and the bus is due in Fallbrook about 4 p.m. There will be bingo and a movie on the trip.
The group also is sponsoring a trip to Valley View Casino May 27. Cost is $7. The bus loads at 7:45 a.m. and departs at 8 a.m. from the senior center. For reservations, call the center office at (760) 728-4498 or Dee at (760) 723-7469. It is not necessary to be a senior to go.
Library offers programs for older people
FALLBROOK ---- In recognition of May being Older Americans Month, coupled with the fact that the first Baby Boomers turn 60 in 2006, the Fallbrook Library along with other county branches is offering several programs for this population.
In Fallbrook, there will be a session on Internet for Seniors with instructor Jaycita Byrne from SeniorNet from 9 to 10 a.m. May 16. She will cover searching for information on the Internet, handling a mouse, understanding computer language and setting up an e-mail account.
Reservations are required. Call the library at (760) 728-2373 to make a reservation. For information, contact Teresa Sheehey, branch librarian, at 760-728-2373.
The library is at 124 S. Mission Road. Call (760) 728-2373.
For information about programs at other county library branches, call (858) 694-3833.
Fire Safe Council meets monthly
VISTA ---- The Greater Vista Fire Safe Council holds its monthly meetings from 6:30 to 8:15 p.m. the third Monday of each month at the Vista Library, 700 Eucalyptus Ave. The next meeting is May 15.
The purpose of a Fire Safe Council is to bring together public and private organizations to discuss fire safety in the community. The community-based fire safety concept was born out of the statewide Fire Safe Council whose goal is to preserve California's natural and manmade resources by mobilizing all Californians to make their homes, neighborhoods and communities fire safe. There are approximately 36 local councils throughout the county of San Diego and more than 85 statewide.
The Fire Safe Council can be used as a forum to share information, solve problems and link related programs in ways that can save money and time. The public safety issues discussed may even extend beyond fire safety, to earthquake preparedness, emergency medical response. For more information, call (760) 630-7070.
The council has approved its Mission Statement to be, "To mobilize the community to preserve, educate and protect lives, property and the environment from multi-hazard incidents."
Volunteers sought for adult literacy program
SAN DIEGO COUNTY ---- Organizers of the San Diego County Library system's new adult literacy program, Libraries Empower All to Read Now or L.E.A.R.N., are seeking volunteer tutors.
Tutors receive training and continual support from County Library literacy program staff. L.E.A.R.N. matches English-speaking adult learners with trained volunteer tutors, creating a team that works together for a minimum of six months. Most teams meet for 90 minutes twice weekly at a county library branch. The Fallbrook Library is at 124 S. Mission Road.
The headquarters for the L.E.A.R.N Literacy Center, which is located in the El Cajon Branch Library, serves all 32 branches. With six computers and several tables for tutoring sessions, the center offers a growing collection of materials to help maximize the potential of each tutor-learner team, from basic skills and General Educational Development (GED) workbooks to leisure reading and life-skills texts.
The program is entirely learner-centered, meaning that curriculum is based on each learner's individual goals, which can vary widely, from helping children with schoolwork, to getting a promotion at work, to simply reading the newspaper.
Tutor training sessions are scheduled as follows:
- 9 a.m, to 4 p.m., April 29, 9:00 a.m., Vista Branch Library, 700 Eucalyptus Ave., Vista.
- 5 to 8 p.m. May 2 and 3, two parts in two evenings, El Cajon Branch Library, 201 E. Douglas Ave., El Cajon.
- 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 20, San Marcos Branch Library, 2 Civic Center Drive, San Marcos.
For information or to register, visit www.sdcl.org/Literacy_Main.html.
Class for workingİmoms offered
ENCINITAS ---- San Dieguito Adult School will offer the class for working moms, "Jobs and Moms: FindingİNew Ways to Blend Careers and Family,"İ from 6 to 9 p.m. today and May 9 at Sunset School,İ684 Requeza Drive. Gain a clear understanding of the importance of your skill sets and a better understanding of what employers look for in applicants. Cost is $39 plus $3 for materials. Call (760) 753-7073.
How to plan for graduate school
CARDIFF---- MiraCosta College will hold a presentation on "How to Plan for Graduate School" from 5:30 to 8 p.m. April 27 in Room 401 of MiraCosta's San Elijo campus, 3333 Manchester Ave.The presentation will teach attendees what they can do now to prepare for graduate school, how to select a graduate program that meets their needs, what admission committees are looking for when reviewing applications and more. Call (760) 634-7806 or (760) 795-6880.
Support group meets weekly
ENCINITAS ---- Families Anonymous, a free support group for parents, grandparents or relatives of those with substance abuse or behavioral problems, meets from 6 to 7 p.m. Thursdays at San Diego National Bank, 131 N. El Camino Real. Participants share their experiences and support is offered through available material and group responses. The group does not encourage the person with the problem or children younger than 15 to attend the meetings.
Theater stagesmusical comedy
SOLANABEACH---- The North Coast Repertory Theatre presents the off-Broadway musical comedy, "No Way to Treat a Lady," at the theater, 987 Lomas Santa Fe Drive, Suite D. Previews start at 8 p.m. May 3 through May 5. Performances at 8 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays, 2 and 7 p.m. Sundays, May 6 through June 4. Cost is $27 to $35. Call (888) 776-NCRT (6278) or (858) 481-1055. Visit the Web site at http://www.northcoastrep.org.
Family Daysset for May
ENCINITAS ----The second bi-annual Lux Family Days will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. May 7 at the site of the Lux Art Institute, 1550 S. El Camino Real.This free event will feature art activities, entertainment, music and up-close viewing of Animal Tales, Lux's newest valise commission created by Jean Lowe.
Many other original art pieces commissioned by Lux will be on display, allowing visitors to experience museum-quality works in a beautiful outdoor setting. Call (760) 436-6611. Visit the Web site at http://www.luxartinstitute.org.
Philosophersmeet May 10
ENCINITAS ---- San Diego North County Socrates Cafe will meet from 7 to 10 p.m. May 10, Room #140, Encinitas Community Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Drive.
The group meets every second Wednesday of the month. With the aid of a skilled facilitator people will explore the question at hand in a safe, respectful way. The group steers clear of analyzing, debating or group therapy-oriented discussions. Cost is $5. Call (760) 232-9681 or visit the Web site at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/sdncsc/ or the national Web site at http://www.philosopher.org.
Del Mar hosts womens conference
DELMAR ---- The 7th Annual Women in Business Symposium will be held from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.May 18 at the DelMar Fairgrounds, Jimmy Durante Boulevard.
Actress Julie Caitlin Brown will discuss "The Difference Between Doing and Thinking About Doing." Cost is $95. Call (858) 755-5913 or visit the Web site at http://www.WIBSymposium.com.
Treatment forcancer discussed
RANCHO SANTA FE ---- Les Breitman, physician and lecturer, will present information on Insulin Potentiation Therapy, a current alternative treatment for cancer, from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. May 11 at the Inn at Rancho Santa Fe in the Garden Room, 5951 Linea del Cielo. Dr. Breitman will explain why Insulin Potentiated Therapy might be a desirable alternative to conventional chemotherapy. Call (760) 208-1446
History grouphosts walk
ENCINITAS ---- The Encinitas Historical Society will host a downtown walk from 10:30 a.m. to noon May 13, beginning at the 1883 Schoolhouse located at F and Fourth Street. Call (760) 753-5726.
Museum hosts deep pit barbecue
ENCINITAS ---- The San DieguitoHeritage Museum will host its 18th Annual Old-Fashioned Deep-PitBarbecueFundraiser from noon to 4 p.m. May 20 at its newsite,450QuailGardens Drive, just north of Quail BotanicalGardens.This is the future home of the museum and this event will kick off its capital campaign.
The event will feature pioneer-style games for the kids, a silent auction, homemade baked goods, gifts and books onlocalhistory.Cost is $25; $30 at the door. Youths (13-17)$10,children(5-12) $5and kids 4 and under are free. Call (760) 632-9711 or visit the Web site at http:// www.sdheritage.org.
Golf tournamentbenefits sick kids
SOLANA BEACH---- The 10th annual Conner's Cause for Children Golf Classic will begin at 11 a.m. May 22 at the Lomas Santa Fe Country Club, 1505 Lomas Santa Fe Drive. Cost is $185, advance registration is required. Dinner is $35. Call Tina Egge (760) 804-5948 or visit the Web site at http://www.connerscause.org.
Class explores myths,facts about hypnosis
CARLSBAD---- Swiss Systems presents a class on "Myths and Facts about Hypnosis" from 6 to 7 p.m. April 25 at The Sacred Pathway Bookstore, 300 Carlsbad Village Drive, Suite 103. The class will show how hypnosis works and what can and can't be achieved by it. Call (760) 729-2434 or visit the Web site at http://www.SwissSystem.com.
Learn about reversemortgages
CARLSBAD---- Learn all about reverse mortgages from a state licensed reverse mortgage specialist who has been helping seniors through the process since 1990 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. May 2 in the dance studio, Carlsbad Senior Center, 799 Pine Ave. Call (760) 602-4654.
Seniors centerhosts dance
CARLSBAD---- Brighton Gardens will host the dance for seniors featuring music by the Rumble Seat Rascals from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. May 4 in the auditorium, Carlsbad Senior Center, 799 Pine Ave.Cost is $3. Call (760) 602-4654.
Medicare talkset for May
CARLSBAD ---- Nicolas Salerno, Jr. will speak on "Medicare - Part D : Confusion to Clarity" from 1 to 3:30 p.m. May 8 in the Art Room of the Carlsbad Senior Center, 799 Pine Ave.
Time is running out to enroll in the new prescription program. The workshop will give people a clear understanding of this valuable coverage. Find out how to get enrolled into the right plan for your prescriptions before May 15TH and avoid the late enrollment penalties. Call (760) 602-4654.
Seniors centerscreens film
CARLSBAD---- The Matt Damon, Heath Ledger film, "The Brothers Grimm," will screen from 1 to 3 p.m. May 11 in the auditorium of the Carlsbad Senior Center, 799 Pine Ave. Two men who have made a career out of spinning remarkable stories find themselves bringing them to life in this inventive fantasy inspired by the creators of some of the world's best-loved fairy tales. Call (760) 602-4654.
Vocal competition set for May 13
CARLSBAD---- Young performers who specialize in opera will compete in the "From Carlsbad to Karlovy Vary" vocal competition starting at 11 a.m. May 13 in the Schulman Auditorium, Carlsbad City Dove Library Complex, 1775 Dove Lane. Finalists will sing different arias in the finals round, which starts at 7 p.m. Call (760) 602-2021.
Music societyholds fundraiser
CARLSBAD ---- The La Jolla Music Society's North County Concert Series committee will hold its "Tropical Nights" benefit event from 7 to 11 p.m. May 20 at the Hilton Garden Inn, 6450 Carlsbad Blvd.
Funds raised during the event, which will feature Monte Carlo-style gaming and a grand prize raffle, will be used to support local children's music education programs and on-going live performances by world-class musicians in the North County. Cost is $60, or $100 per pair and includes $500 in faux chips. Call (858) 459-3728, or visit the Web site at http://www.lajollamusicsociety.org.
Students ofthe Bard perform
SAN DIEGO---- The inaugural San Diego Student Shakespeare Festival will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. April 29 at two outdoors stages along El Prado in Balboa Park. Call (619) 583-8525.
Church group takes a trip
SAN DIEGO ---- Evergreen & Friends ---- active seniors and friends of all ages ---- of Torrey Pines Christian Church will meet in the church's parking lot at 10:30 a.m. May 11, 8320 La Jolla Scenic Drive N., La Jolla, to carpool to Summers Past Flower & Spice Farm, 15602 Olde Highway 80, El Cajon, for a self-guided tour of grounds and shops, followed by lunch at The Bread Basket Cafe. Call (858) 453-3550.
Duo performs May 13-14
SAN DIEGO---- Vocalist/songwriter/guitarist Allison Scull and saxophonist Victor Martin will perform jazz-oriented originals and covers at 8:30 p.m. May 13 and 11 a.m. May 14 at Beaumont's, 5662 La Jolla Blvd., Bird Rock. Call (858) 459-0474. Visit the Web site at http://www.allisonandvictor.com.
Child advocates needed
SAN DIEGO---- San Diego's abused and neglected children in foster care need volunteers to serve as a Court Appointed Special Advocate. Training provided. Men and bilingual speakers are encouraged to apply. The next information session is June 7. Call (858) 569-2019 or visit the Web site at http://www.voices4children.com.
Trout derby set for April 29-30
ESCONDIDO ---- The Hidden Valley Kiwanis Club will host its ninth annual trout derby from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. April 29 and 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 30 at Dixon Lake. Cost is $10, $8 for seniors and $6 for ages 8 to 15. Participants, ages 16 and older, must have a valid California fishing license.
The event will include prizes in adult and children's categories, vendors, food, music and opportunity drawings.
Proceeds will benefit community organizations. Information: Fred Wollman, (760) 751-0989; http://www.hvkiwanis.org.
Mountain Shadows to get makeover
ESCONDIDO ---- On April 29, Rebuilding Together San Diego will unite hundreds of volunteers and truckloads of donated supplies in a massive one-day, 15-site renovation marathon during the annual Rebuilding Together Home Rehab Event Day.
In Escondido, Mountain Shadows, a residential care facility for the developmentally disabled, will receive interior paint and general sprucing up of one of its homes.
Partners of Palomar Salon to host breakfast
ESCONDIDO ---- Partners of Palomar Salon 621 will host its fifth-Sunday-of-the-month breakfast from 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. April 30 at the American Legion Post 149 at 230 Park Ave. Donation is $5.
Proceeds benefit children with cystic fibrosis, lung and other respiratory illnesses, as well as camperships, recreational facilities and scholarships for nurses.
Information: (760) 758-0613.
Seniors offered health services, safe driving class
ESCONDIDO ---- The Senior Service Council will offer these services for seniors in the Dorothy E. Boeger Building, 728 N. Broadway in the Joslyn Senior Center complex. Call (760) 480-0611.
- A two-part AARP "55 Alive" safe driving class will be offered from 8 a.m. to noon May 2 and 9. Make $10 checks payable to AARP. Seniors who complete the course will receive a certificate entitling them to a three-year discount on auto insurance.
- Dr. Randy Jungman, a local dentist, will hold a dental screening from 8:15 to 9:15 a.m. May 3. Call for an appointment.
- Diabetes blood sugar screening will be offered from 7:30 to 9 a.m. May 5 and 12. Do not eat, drink or take medication before coming in. No appointment is necessary.
Arabian Horse Show trip planned
ESCONDIDO ---- The Joslyn Senior Center Travel Service will offer a trip to see an Arabian Horse Show on May 7 on the grounds of cereal magnate W.K. Kellogg's historical Arabian horse ranch at Cal Poly Pomona. Included is a tour of the hilltop residence and buffet lunch on campus. Cost is $69. Call (760) 745-5414.
'Godspell' musical onstage May 7
ESCONDIDO ---- "Godspell," a musical based on the Gospel of Matthew, will be presented by seventh- through 12th-graders at 6 p.m. May 7 at Bethel Baptist Church, 855 Brotherton Road. Admission is free. Information: (760) 745-4995, http://www.bethelbaptistesc.org.
Quilting class for adults offered
ESCONDIDO ---- The Escondido Adult School will offer a Pineapple Quilt class from 9 a.m. to noon or 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Tuesdays, May 9 through June 6, at 463 Midway Drive, Suite 100, Room 1 (behind the fire station). This is a Level 2 class; some quilting experience is recommended. The quilt is constructed using speed cutting and speed sewing techniques.
Cost is $15, plus $5 for the instruction book. A sewing machine is needed at home only. Materials cost will vary depending on project. The class will be taught by Suzanne Stanton. Register at the Escondido Adult School office on the San Pasqual High School campus, 3750 Mary Lane. For information, call (760) 739-7300.
Dos Valles Garden Club to meet
VALLEY CENTER ---- The Dos Valles Garden Club will meet from noon to 3 p.m. May 9 at the Valley Center Community Hall, 28246 Lilac Road. Mim Rutz will present "Development of Garden Styles." Information: (760) 749-2840, http://www.dosvallesgardenclub.org.
Learn how to conduct better meetings
ESCONDIDO ---- The Nu Chi Unit of Parliamentarians will continue its study of "Robert's Rules of Order" and learn how to conduct better meetings at its monthly meeting from 1 to 3 p.m. April 27 at the Joslyn Senior Center, 210 Park Ave. Bring a copy of "Robert's Rules," newly revised 10th edition, or share with others. Information: Willeen Hasler at (760) 439-6243 or whasler@meetings-pro.com.
Soroptimist International to host lecturer
ESCONDIDO ---- Soroptimist International of North County Inland will host guest lecturer Dawn Marie Lemonds at 6 p.m. May 3 at La Tapatia restaurant on Grand Avenue.
Lemonds will give an update on Women for Women: Project Independence, which helps women in war-torn countries to rebuild their lives. For information, call Marti Tucker at (760) 489-8204.
E-recycling event on tap
CARMEL MOUNTAIN RANCH ---- Green Earth Recycling will accept computers, TVs, cellular phones and a wide range of other electronic items for recycling from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. April 29 and 30 at Circuit City, 11710 Carmel Mountain Road.
Residents also are invited to use the Green Earth E-Recycling Kiosk, which offers Circuit City customers user-friendly e-recycling services and rewards recyclers with a Circuit City gift card.
Information: http://www.recycle4life.com; Josh Turchin, junkmaster@recycle4life.com.
Health fair set for April 30
POWAY ---- Ner Tamid Synagogue will hold a Health and Fitness Fair from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 30 at the temple, 15318 Pomerado Road. The event will include health screenings and information and children's activities. Food also will be available for purchase. Information: http://www.nertamid.org.
Blood drive planned for April 26
POWAY ---- Mitchell 1, 14145 Danielson St., will host a San Diego Blood Bank blood drive from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. April 26. The bloodmobile will be in the parking lot.
All donors at this drive will receive a limited-edition San Diego Blood Bank T-shirt 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.
Information and appointment: http://www.sandiegobloodbank.org or (800) 4MY-SDBB.
'Meet the Candidates' at May 1 event
RAMONA ---- The Intermountain Republican Women will host a "Meet the Candidates" event May 1 at the Sizzler Restaurant, 244 Main St.
Republican candidates for the 66th and 77th Assembly districts, as well as judicial candidates for the contested Superior Court positions, have been invited to participate.
A no-host dinner will begin at 5:30 p.m., followed by the candidates forum at 6:30. For reservations, call (760) 788-8902.
Services, events offered for seniors
RANCHO BERNARDO ---- The following events and services will be offered at Rancho Bernardo Senior Services, 16769 Bernardo Center Drive, Suite K-14.
- Blood-pressure checks given by a nurse, 10 a.m. to noon April 26 and May 3. No appointment needed.
- Free consultations with an attorney, 1 to 3 p.m. May 1. Call for a 20-minute appointment.
- Two-part AARP Safe Driving Course, noon to 4 p.m. May 5 and 19. Participants can earn a certificate entitling them to a discount on their auto insurance. Cost is $10. Reservations are required.
Office hours are from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays. Call (858) 487-2640.
Dogs can learn how to avoid rattlesnakes
RAMONA ---- Burkhardt's Good Dog Training School will offer rattlesnake avoidance clinics for dogs May 7 and June 4 in Poway.
Rattlesnake bites are a serious risk to dogs. Many do not survive, especially when bitten in the face. At the clinics, dogs will learn how to avoid rattlesnakes. Owners whose dogs have already participated in a rattlesnake clinic are encouraged to bring their dogs for a recheck or refresher clinic annually.
Thirty-minute appointments will be scheduled between 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. Cost is $75 per dog. For an appointment, call Lynne Moore at (858) 735-8318. For information, visit http://www.gooddogtrainingschool.com or call (858) 748-7943.
ORT offers day trip to casino
The Rancho Bernardo chapter of the Women's American ORT will sponsor a day trip to Viejas Casino on May 17. Join the group for a day of gambling and shopping, plus discounts on dining and bingo. The group will depart at 9:30 a.m. from Temple Adat Shalom in Poway. Cost is $10. Call Shirley at (858) 451-0065.
Republican Women to host candidates
SAN MARCOS ---- The Lake San Marcos Republican Women Federated will hold a luncheon meeting at 11:30 a.m. May 1 at the Lake San Marcos Country Club, 1035 La Bonita Drive. Several June Primary Election Republican candidates will present their platforms. Cost of $15 includes lunch. For information and reservations, call Becky at (760) 471-9059.
Lifeguard training course offered
SAN MARCOS ---- The city will offer a lifeguard training course for ages 15 and older from May 4 through 23 at the Woodland Park Pool. Classes will meet from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays and from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m Saturdays and Sundays.
All participants who successfully complete the course will be eligible to apply for a summer lifeguarding position at one of the two city pools. Participants must first pass a swim test before beginning the course.
Cost is $95 for San Marcos residents; $135 for nonresidents, plus American Red Cross materials. Register at the San Marcos Community Center, 3 Civic Center Drive, by 5 p.m. May 3. Space is limited. For information, call (760) 744-9000, Ext. 3505.
Discover San Marcos hike set
SAN MARCOS ---- The city's Community Services Department will sponsor a free Discover San Marcos hike from 9 a.m. to noon May 6.
Participants will meet at Las Posas Park, corner of Borden and Las Posas roads. The easy, 3-mile hike will loop through the Palomar College Arboretum and back to the park. A more difficult side trip to the top of "P" Mountain will be offered.
Reservations are not required; sign in at the meeting location. Minors must be with an adult. Participants should bring water and trail snacks and wear sturdy walking shoes.
Information: (760) 744-9000, Ext. 3508 or 3505.
Continuing Education Center offers classes
RANCHO BERNARDO ---- The Continuing Education Center at Rancho Bernardo will offer these classes.
- "Racism, Slavery and American Freedom, Part II" with Dr. William Cheek, 1:30 p.m. May 4 and 11.
- "Existentialism in King Lear" with Dr. Pat Boni, 10 a.m. May 2.
- "Ethical Issues in Stem Cell Research" with Bruno Leone, 1:30 p.m. May 3.
- "Lobbyists: Heroes or Villains?" with Judge Jan Goldsmith, 10 a.m. May 9.
- "Iran and Nuclear Proliferation" with Dr. Randy Willoughby, 1:30 p.m. May 10.
The CEC's office and classrooms are at the Remington Club Phase II, 16916 Hierba Drive. Class fees are $7; $5 for members.
Information: (858) 487-0464 or http://www.cecrb.org.
Playgoers to host senior performers
RANCHO BERNARDO ---- The RB Playgoers will host a performance by SOS (Seniors on Stage) on April 28 at the Seven Oaks Community Center, 16789 Bernardo Oaks Drive. Social time will begin at 1:30 p.m., followed by the show at 2.
The RB Playgoers' annual membership fee is $10 for Seven Oaks residents and $15 for nonresidents. First-time guests are invited to attend at no charge. For information, call Scharline Blakeslee at (858) 673-3713.
In addition, the group is planning following theater excursions:
- May 21: "Diary of Anne Frank" matinee, Patio Playhouse, Escondido. Cost is $13. Call Lola at (858) 676-1867.
- June 11: "Little Mary Sunshine" matinee, Scripps Ranch Theatre. Cost is $18. Call Pat at (858) 673-1946.
Vacation home checks available
RAMONA ---- Members of the Ramona Sheriff's Substation's Senior Volunteer Patrol perform a number of duties traditionally performed by sworn deputies, including vacation home security checks. While checking on homes, patrol members on occasion have discovered broken water lines, malfunctioning pool equipment and bees swarming into houses. This service is available to residents of the greater Ramona area. Call the Ramona Sheriff's Substation at (760) 789-9157.
North County Republicans meet
OCEANSIDE ---- The Republican Club of North County will meet April 27 at the El Camino Country Club, 3202 Vista Way. Speaker will be Assistant San Diego County Sheriff Bill Gore, former FBI special agent in charge of San Diego County. There will be a no-host happy hour at 5:30 p.m. and dinner at 6. Cost for dinner is $16 for members and $20 for guests. Call Debbie Simon at (760) 717-0566 or e-mail deborahlsimon@yahoo.com for reservations.
VFW holds spaghetti dinner
VISTA ---- The Ladies Auxiliary of VFW Post 1741 will host an all-you-can-eat spaghetti dinner from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. March 28 at 1717 E. Vista Way. Cost is $6. Fish and chips can be purchased for $6.50, with desserts available for $1. Proceeds will be used for monetary awards for Patriotic Art Contest winners.
The auxiliary also will sponsor a breakfast and bake sale from 8:30 a.m. to noon April 30 at the post. Call (760) 724-7041.
Japanese Flower Festival set
VISTA ---- Japanese food, cultural arts and music will be featured when the North County Buddhist community hosts the "Hanamatsuri" (Flower Festival) Bazaar from noon to 6 p.m. April 29 and 30 at 150 Cedar Road, home of the Vista Buddhist Temple and the Japanese-American Cultural Center. Admission and parking are free.
Food offerings prepared by members of the two organizations will include chicken, beef and tuna teriyaki, tempura, sushi and various noodle dishes. Entertainment will include Japanese traditional dancing, martial arts, taiko drumming, demonstration of traditional Oriental medicine, Buddhist lectures and games for kids.
The flower festival combines a celebration of spring and a commemoration of the birth of the Buddha. According to Buddhist tradition, the historic Buddha, an Indian prince named Siddhartha Gautama, was born about 545 BC near the present-day border of India and Nepal. Call (760) 941-8800 or visit http://www.vbtemple.org.
Clinic gives childhood immunizations
VISTA ---- April 22 through 29 is National Infant Immunization Week. Vista Community Clinic will participate in this event by holding a special Saturday immunization clinic from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 29 at the Nurse's Clinic, 1000 Vale Terrace Drive. The clinic offers childhood immunizations at low or no cost. Children can receive vaccinations and booster shots. Contact Veronica Castro at (760) 631-5000, Ext. 1115.
Opera performance at Avo planned
VISTA ---- The Pacific Lyric Association will present "Opera: A Journey Through Musical Drama," at 8 p.m. April 29 at the Avo Theatre, 303 Main St. Tickets can be purchased at the door. Cost is $9 adults; $6 seniors, students and military; $4 for children 12 and younger. Call (760) 724-2110.
Bowling for animals event set
VISTA ---- The Vegan Coalition will sponsor the eighth Annual Bowling for the Animals at noon April 30 at Vista Entertainment Center, 435 W. Vista Way. The fundraiser will benefit four nonprofit animal protection groups: Spay Neuter Action Project, Wee Companions, San
Diego Animal Advocates and California Animal Association. Admission is $6 and includes ball, shoe rental, two games and food.
There will be prize packages including free dog or cat food for one year, two-night stays in area hotels, dinners for two, complete beauty makeover and more.
Registration in advance is required. To bowl or to sponsor a bowler, call (760) 942-3365.
LIFE at MiraCosta meets
OCEANSIDE ---- LIFE at MiraCosta, a lifelong learning group, will meet at 1 p.m. April 28 in Room 1068 of the college, 1 Barnard Drive. Aubrey Kuan of the MCC staff will introduce foreign students at MCC who will talk about their countries, lives and aspirations.
At 2:30 p.m., Stephan Tanner, opera humorist/author, will tell stories "That Every Theater is an Insane Asylum, but the Opera House is the Ward of the Incurables." Visitors are welcome. Call Tillie at (760) 721-8124.
Humane Society board meets
OCEANSIDE ---- North County Humane Society & SPCA will hold a board meeting at 6 p.m. April 28 at 2905 San Luis Rey Road. Call (760) 757-HELP.
Reception for artist planned
OCEANSIDE ---- The MiraCosta College Friends of the Library will host a special presentation by and reception for local artist Caroly Seidenwurm from 3:30 to 5 p.m. April 28 in the Library and Information Hub at MiraCosta College, 1 Barnard Drive. The event is free and open to the public.
Seidenwurm is a sculptor whose alabaster sculpture, "Stacking Pieces," was purchased for MiraCosta's library in 2004. At the presentation, Seidenwurm will talk about her artistic process and present slides of her work. Contact Lori Schneider at (760) 795-6637.
O'side Wal-Mart hosts blood drive
OCEANSIDE ---- The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 28 in the parking lot at Wal-Mart, 705 College Blvd. All participants will receive an American Red Cross T-shirt. Sign up at http://www.givelife.org or call (760) 631-0434.
New Retreat Center director named
OCEANSIDE ---- Brother Mark Schroeder was recently named Director of Mission San Luis Rey's Retreat Center. For the last nine years he served as co-director of the Justice, Peace and Integrity of Creation Office for the West Coast province of the Franciscan Friars while living at the mission the last three years.
First Presbyterian holds blood drive
OCEANSIDE ---- The First Presbyterian Church of Oceanside will host a blood drive from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 30 at 2001 El Camino Real. To sign up, contact Drew Richardson at musicdrew@cox.net.
Newcomers and Friends meets
OCEANSIDE ---- Oceanside Newcomers and Friends will meet at 10 a.m. May 2 at First Presbyterian Church, 2001 El Camino Real. Call (760) 643-1234 or e-mail oceansidenewcomers@yahoo.com.
Financial Aid Awareness Day scheduled
OCEANSIDE ---- MiraCosta College's Financial Aid Department and Educational Funding Services, Inc. will host "Financial Aid Awareness Day" from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. May 4 between the 3000 and 3300 buildings at the college, 1 Barnard Drive.
Students can ask questions about the financial aid process, get help with applications and can win prizes including gift certificates to the college bookstore. Contact the Financial Aid Department at (760) 795-6711.
Relay for Life upcoming
OCEANSIDE ---- The American Cancer Society's Relay for Life will be held May 20 and 21 at MiraCosta College, 1 Barnard Drive. To form a team or for questions regarding the event, contact Taya Dulich at (760) 390-2226 or Janice Vezieat at (760) 419-5587 or visit http://www.acsevents.org/relay/ca/oceanside.
Monthly car shows held
OCEANSIDE ---- Constant Velocity Motorsports will hold a monthly car show, Saturday Cruzin', from 3 to 7 p.m. the third Saturday of each month at 2044 Oceanside Blvd. There will be raffle prizes and trophies for first and second place for best cruzin truck and best cruzin car. The event will be judged by Constant Velocity staff and special guest host Southern Coast Car Club. Call (760) 757-4177.
Tri-City Computer Club to meet
OCEANSIDE ---- Tri-City Computer Club will meet from 1 to 3 p.m. today at the Salvation Army, 3935 Lake Blvd. Speaker Bill French, director of engineering with Anonymizer, Inc., will talk about the capabilities of "Anonymous Surfing," software that protects an internet surfer from identity theft by keeping the computer's IP address hidden.
Visit the club's Web site at http://www.tricitycomputer.com.
Loma Alta Creek Cleanup set
OCEANSIDE ---- The seventh annual Loma Alta Creek Cleanup will be held from 10 a.m. to noon April 29. Volunteers can choose from sites at Buccaneer Park at Pacific and Morse streets; behind Vons at 1737 Oceanside Blvd.; Mesa Drive between El Camino Real and Rancho del Oro Drive; behind St. Margaret's Catholic Church at 4300 Oceanside Blvd.
Volunteers will receive community service hours, a free T-shirt and refreshments. Call Hawkeye Sheene at (760) 435-5807.
Naval hospital seeks volunteers
CAMP PENDLETON ---- Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton is looking for volunteer drivers interested in supporting a new Patient Parking Shuttle Service with six-passenger electric carts.
Drivers must have a valid state driver's license, good vision and hearing and be at least 21 years of age. The hospital will provide safety training. Approved drivers will generally be scheduled in two- to five-hour shifts to cover the Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. service. Contact Cmdr. Maria Balolong at (760) 725-1436.
Emergency blood shortage declared
The San Diego Blood Bank has declared an emergency blood shortage due to high demand and low donor response during spring break. Blood supplies have been critically low for months, but now most blood types are at or below the one-day level.
"We are now at a point where patients across the county are at risk," said Lynn Stedd of the blood bank. "There is no safety net."
Blood donors of all types are urged to donate blood immediately. To find the nearest bloodmobile or San Diego Blood Bank center, visit http://www.sandiegobloodbank.org or call (800) 4MY-SDBB.
Anyone who is at least 17 years old, in generally good health and weighs at least 110 pounds may qualify to donate blood. A good meal is recommended prior to donation.
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