North County Community News briefs: Burrito challenge winner announced

By: North County Times | Thursday, May 4, 2006 7:07 PM PDT ∞

FALLBROOK ---- Jesus Perez was the overall winner in the recent burrito challenge sponsored by La Caseta restaurant in connection with the recent avocado festival. He consumed a 4-pound Big Del Burrito in 4 minutes, 46 seconds.

Twenty-two diners attempted the challenge, but only 12 managed to win by eating it in less than the one hour allowed. The 2005 winner, Oscar Hoskins, who devoured the burrito last year in 4 minutes, 36 seconds, watched Perez.

Perez and the other winners will have their names listed on La Caseta's permanent wall plaque and the "Big Del Burrito" fame bulletin board. Perez also won dinner for two at La Caseta.

Drum circle group to perform


FALLBROOK ---- The Fallbrook Drum Circle will perform for the Art Center of Fallbrook's Reflections of Nature 13th annual invitational wildlife art show at 6 p.m. May 5 and at 11 a.m. May 7 for the Wild in the Streets fair. The center is at 103 S. Main St. For information, call Tom at (760) 723-1899.

The next regular drum circle gathering will be from 5 to 7 p.m. May 13 at Caffe Primo at 135 S. Main St.

Shopping event to benefit Boys & Girls Club


FALLBROOK ---- Donna's Unique Boutique and Patti O'Neill Designs will offer a shopping spree, with 15 percent of proceeds benefiting the Boys & Girls Club of North County. The event takes place from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. today and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 6 at the Fallbrook Woman's Club, 238 W. Mission Road.

Jewelry and clothing will be available. Call (760) 723-7197 or drstoewer@adelphia.net.

Scrabble players sought


FALLBROOK ---- Local Scrabble enthusiasts are sought for the next Scrabblethon contest in Escondido. Call Jim McDonald at (760) 728-0778 afternoons.

Fallbrook artist to appear at Brett Stokes gallery

FALLBROOK ---- Fallbrook artist Susan Emily Brown will host an inaugural viewing of her two- and three-dimensional artwork, which spans the last 10 years of her career. A viewing will be hosted by family friend and local artist Brett Stokes from 2 to 6 p.m. at the Brett Stokes Studio/Gallery at 732 W. Elder St.

Brown was a student of Fallbrook resident Carilyn Vice during her childhood and was inspired initially by her instructor at Earl Warren Junior High School. She also studied with instructor and artist David Newcomb at San Dieguito Academy. Brown then attended Palomar College and Vermont College of the Union Institute and University, earning degrees in child development, general studies, American Indian studies and liberal arts.

Blood drive set for May 11


FALLBROOK ---- The San Diego Blood Bank will conduct a blood drive from 1 to 6 p.m. May 11 hosted by Carl's Jr., 1137 S. Mission Road. The bloodmobile will be parked in the Albertson's parking lot.

Donors will receive a free Famous Star hamburger courtesy of Carl's Jr. and a specially designed San Diego Blood Bank T-shirt. Donors also will receive a medical history review and mini-physical, which includes blood pressure, pulse and temperature checks.

Anyone who is at least 17 years old, in good health and weighs at least 110 pounds may be eligible to give blood. A good meal is recommended prior to donation.

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

Anne Frank exhibit to be at library


FALLBROOK ---- A traveling exhibit that focuses on Anne Frank's diary and includes posters and a DVD presentation of her secret hiding place during the Holocaust will be hosted by the Fallbrook Library from May 8 through 13 at the Fallbrook Library.

Participants get a small glimpse of what it was like for those hiding from the Nazis and Nazi collaborators, as they passed their days and nights in constant threat of discovery and murder.

The story of Anne Frank, a young Holocaust victim who died at the age of 15 in the Bergen Belsen concentration camp, has become well known because her diary survived. Her diary includes examples of human persistence in the face of terrible unfolding events.

Library hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesdays and 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesdays. The library is at 124 S. Mission Road. Call (760) 728-2373.

Riders of the Purple Sage to perform


FALLBROOK ---- Riders of the Purple Sage will perform at 7:30 p.m. May 6 at Hilltop Center, 331 E. Elder St.

Group members include Cody Bryant, leader and musical director with movie and TV credits, on vocals, guitar, fiddle, banjo and mandolin; Evan Marshall on mandolin and fiddle; Mike Ley who played with Sonny and Cher, The Coasters, Ike and Tina Turner and others, on vocals, mandolin, and guitar; Jimmy Lee Harris who performed on live television with his grandmother when he was five, on vocals and bass; and Landon McCoy who has performed all over the United States, on drums.

Tickets are $15 for adults, $7 for children 7 through 17 and are available at Major Market and at the door. For information, contact Phee Sherline, (760) 723-7255.

Bead-making demos planned


ESCONDIDO ---- Beadmakers of North County, 413 W. Grand Ave., will offer bead-making demonstrations from noon to 4 p.m. May 6 and 13. Also, on each day, a free rose will be given to the first 100 moms who attend. For information, call (760) 294-8173.

Psychic detective to speak at church


ESCONDIDO ---- The Rev. Rosemarie Kerr, a psychic detective, will be the guest minister May 6 and 7 at Harmony Grove Spiritualist Church, 2975 Washington Circle. Participants also can interact with Kerr in two Spirit Guided Message Circles at 4 and 7 p.m. May 7. Information: (760) 745-9176.

Find out about fall color tours, cruises


ESCONDIDO ---- See a travel slide show and find out about fall color tours and cruises in the United States and Canada at an informational meeting at 1 p.m. May 8 at the Joslyn Senior Center, 210 Park Ave. For information, call (760) 745-5414.

See the original 'War of the Worlds'


ESCONDIDO ---- The Escondido Public Library's Wednesday Morning Movie Series will continue with the original version of "The War of the Worlds" at 10 a.m. May 10 in the Turrentine Room at the library, 239 S. Kalmia St. The film is based on the H.G. Wells novel about the invasion of Earth by Martians, updated to 1950s' California, with special effects depicting the destruction caused by the Martian war machines. Admission is free. For information, call (760) 839-4656 or visit http://www.library.escondido.org/media/film.htm.

Lavender aromatherapy classes on tap


VALLEY CENTER ---- The Lavender Fields is adding two new classes to its 2006 summer schedule. On May 13, registered aroma therapist Deborah Halvorson will demonstrate how to make organic lavender lotion, sunburn ointment and hair spray. On June 10, she will teach participants how to create natural lavender home care products, such as laundry detergent, carpet powder and ant repellent.

Students will go home with samples of and recipes for the products. Class sessions will take place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost is $25 per class and includes materials fee. Participants who wish to attend both classes will receive a combined discount of $45.

Registration and payment must be made at least four days prior to class dates. Registration and information: http://www.thelavenderfields.com or (760) 742-1489.

Soroptimists to honor Mary's House director


SAN DIEGO ---- Cynthia Kangas, program director of Mary's House, will receive the 2006 Making a Difference for Women Award from Soroptimist International of San Diego. Mary's House, a YMCA Youth & Family Services project, is a transitional living program in Escondido for young women who are turning 18 and "aging out" of San Diego's foster care system. Because of her knowledge of what these young women experience, Kangas developed guidelines for individuals who are interested in serving as mentors, as well as guidelines for how these young women should receive mentoring.

The award will be presented May 13 at the "Passport to Paradise" fundraising event at the Town & Country Convention Center, Atlas Ballroom. A luncheon, fashion show and boutique also will be part of this 34th annual event. Tickets cost $70. Information and tickets: Paula Day, (619) 475-5020; phday@cox.net.

Artists' studios open May 13


ESCONDIDO ---- Cheryl Tall Art Studios will celebrate "Support the Arts Month" with a reception on 2nd Saturday from 5 to 8 p.m. May 13. The artists' studios located in Cheryl Tall Art Studios will be open. They are Greyscale and Bronze, photography and bronzes; Tom Tiedeman, watercolors; June Licata-Evans, wheel-thrown ceramics; 10 North Artists' Group, paintings and art quilts; and Cheryl Tall, ceramic sculpture. The exhibit runs through June 30. Cheryl Tall Art Studios is at 115 W. Grand Ave. (enter through Shiva Artistic Collections). Information: (760) 740-8770.

Senior Anglers to meet May 19


ESCONDIDO ---- The Senior Anglers of Escondido will meet at 9:30 a.m. May 19 at the Joslyn Senior Center, 210 Park Ave. Ranger Barbara Lockwood will give a talk about Escondido's Daley Ranch. The group has many freshwater and saltwater fishing trips planned, with activities for both anglers and non-anglers. For information, call (760) 723-3350.

Street Faire on tap for May 21


ESCONDIDO ---- The Escondido Downtown Street Faire will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 21 along Grand Avenue. The event will feature more than 700 booths, arts and crafts, international food, kids' rides, 24-foot climbing wall, live entertainment, classic car show on South Kalmia Street, San Diego Zoo's Wild Animal Park demonstrations, a home improvement area on North Escondido Boulevard and the Escondido Jaycees pancake breakfast from 7 to 11 a.m. The fair is presented by the Escondido Chamber of Commerce and the Downtown Business Association.

Federal employee group to hold yard sale


ESCONDIDO ---- The National Association of Federal Employees, Escondido Chapter 455, will hold its annual fundraising yard sale at 8 a.m. May 26 and 27 at 1640 Bear Valley Parkway. Donations are being accepted. To have items picked up, call (760) 743-5330 or (760) 432-0081.

Painting, sculpture exhibit under way


ESCONDIDO ---- A formal showing of oil paintings and bronzes depicting the male nude is under way now through June 1 at the Distinction art gallery studios at 317 E. Grand Ave. The paintings and sculptures are by artist Robert Ferguson. Gallery hours are from noon to 5 p.m. Wednesdays through Fridays and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays. To see the works, go to http://www.fergusonart.com (click on "The Figure"). For information, call (858) 705-0814.

Send video e-mails to troops


ESCONDIDO ---- The San Diego North County Blue Mothers will hold its monthly meeting at 9 a.m. May 13 at the Veterans Memorial Building, 230 Park Ave. Video Works will be there between 10 a.m. and noon offering free video e-mail to anyone who has loved ones and friends in the military serving away from home. Bring the recipient's e-mail address. For information, e-mail sdncbluestars@yahoo.com.

Women's Connection plans fashion show


FALLBROOK ---- "Fashions for the Islands" will be the theme of a fashion show at the next meeting and brunch of the Fallbrook Women's Connection set for 10 a.m. to noon May 19 at the Grand Tradition, 1602 S. Mission Road.

The show will feature clothing from Jasmine Rose Boutique, owned by Rhonda Reinke. Included will be denim wear by Indigo Palms, Tommy Bahama Designs and Hobo hand bags. Men and women will model the fashions.

Donna Jean Wood, a musician formerly associated with the Lawrence Welk Show and Los Angeles Civic Light Opera, will provide music and speak on "Having It Both Ways in a One-way World." Door prizes will be awarded.

Cost is $20. For reservations, call Earline at (760) 728-4513, or Mary at (760) 723-1605. Free child care is available; however, reservations are required.

Conservancy hosts appreciation day


RANCHO SANTA FE ---- The San Elijo Lagoon Conservancy will hold its annual Members Appreciation Day, featuring artwork andbirding demonstrations, from 1 to 4 p.m.May 7at the home of John and Patty Queen in Rancho Santa Fe.

The Queen's home, Rancho La Reina, borders the San Elijo Lagoon where Great Blue Herons and Great Egrets can be observed nesting in eucalyptus trees. Call (760) 436-3944.

Studio hosts 'Colors' show


SOLANA BEACH ---- The Studio of Art & Design will host the exhibition"Vibrant Colors," a colorful collection of landscapes, figures,florals and still life in watercolor, oils and mixed media by localartist Martha Grim,from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdaysthrough May 31 at the studio, 616 Stevens Ave., Suite C.

A reception will be held from 2 to 5 p.m. May 7at the studio. Call (858)755-6202.

Fairgrounds hosts Cinco De Mayo


DEL MAR ---- The Del Mar Fairgrounds will host the Cinco de Mayo celebration of music and festivities from noon to 8 p.m. May 5 in the Grandstand, Del Mar Fairgrounds, Jimmy Durante Boulevard. Cost is $8. Call (619) 235-0600 or visit the Web site at http://sandiego.univision.com.

Theater stagesmusical comedy


SOLANA BEACH ---- The North Coast Repertory Theatre presents the off-Broadway musical comedy, "No Way to Treat a Lady," opening May 6 at the theater, 987 Lomas Santa Fe Drive, Suite D.Shows are 8 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays, 2 and 7 p.m. Sundays, May 6 through June 4. Cost is $27-$35. Call (888) 776-NCRT (6278) or (858) 481-1055. Visit the Web site at http://www.northcoastrep.org.

Family Daysset for May 7


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. Art activities, entertainment, music, and up-close viewing of "Animal Tales," Lux's newest valise commission created by Jean Lowe. 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. 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.

Fairground hosts 'Total Combat' bouts


DEL MAR ---- Total Combat Xtreme Cage Fighting: Throw Down features live mixed martial arts action in an approved octagon cage or boxing ring at 7 p.m. May 13 in the Del Mar Arena, Del Mar Fairgrounds, Jimmy Durante Boulevard. Cost $35-$125. Visit the Web site at http://www.totalcombat.tv.

Museum hosts deep pit barbecue


ENCINITAS ---- The SanDieguitoHeritage 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.

Women's Biz conferencecomes to Del Mar


DEL MAR ---- The 7th Annual Women in Business Symposium will be held from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.May 18 at the Del Mar 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.

Cultural Arts Office to offer lecture series


CARLSBAD ---- The Carlsbad Cultural Arts Office will offer San Diego Opera's lively lecture series, "Opera Previews," by musicologist Dr. Ron Shaheen at 10 a.m. May 6 in Schulman Auditorium, Carlsbad City Library, 1775 Dove Lane. Shaheen will discuss Mozart's "The Magic Flute." Call (760) 434-2904.

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.

Opera caravan rolls again


CARLSBAD ---- The Carlsbad Cultural Arts Office and the San Diego Opera offer North County residents car-free, care-free transportation via bus to San Diego Opera performances of Mozart's "The Magic Flute" at 12:30 p.m. May 14 (2 p.m. show), 5:30 p.m. May 17 (7 p.m.) from the Carlsbad City Library, 1775 Dove Lane. Call Chase Thompson at (619) 533-7047.

Library hosts NOW Ensemble


CARLSBAD ---- As part of the third annual Carlsbad Music Festival, the NOW Ensemble makes its West Coast debut at 7:30 p.m. May 5 (pre-concert talk at 6:30 p.m.) with the premiere of a new piece by Matt McBane in the Schulman Auditorium, 1775 Dove Lane, Carlsbad. Cost is $20, $5 student. Call (760) 809-5501 or visit http://www.carlsbadmusicfestival.org.

Calder Quartet performs May 6


CARLSBAD ---- The Calder Quartet will perform the premiere of Ryan Carter's "Grip" at 7:30 p.m. May 6 with a pre-concert talk at 6:30 p.m. as part of the third annual Carlsbad Music Festival held in the Schulman Auditorium, 1775 Dove Lane, Carlsbad.

Cost is $20, $5 student. Co-Presented by the La Jolla Music Society's Pat Stein North County Concert Series.Call (760) 809-5501 or visit http://www.carlsbadmusicfestival.org.

Street fair closes streets May 7


CARLSBAD ---- The largest one-day street fair in California, sponsored by the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce, will be held in the Carlsbad Village area from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 7, along Carlsbad Village Drive. Call (760) 931-8300.

Ensemble plays afternoon concert


CARLSBAD ---- The Ensemble, 20 of Southern California's best young musicians led by artistic directors Matt McBane and Thomas Osborne, will perform music by Morton Feldman, David Lang, Matt McBane and Steve Reich at 2:30 p.m. May 7 with a pre-concert talk at 1:30 p.m. as part of the third annual Carlsbad Music Festival held in the Schulman Auditorium, 1775 Dove Lane, Carlsbad. Cost is $20, $5 student. Call (760) 809-5501 or visit http://www.carlsbadmusicfestival.org.

Poetry reading held May 10


CARLSBAD ---- The Magee Park Poets will host a reading of the poetry of Sam Hamod at 7 p.m. May 10 in the Cole Library Community Room, 1250 Carlsbad Village Drive. Call (760) 602-2012.

Music society holds 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.

'The Pavillion' set for May 22


CARLSBAD ---- Carlsbad Playreaders will present Craig Wright's "The Pavilion" at 7:30 p.m. May 22 in the Schulman Auditorium, Carlsbad City Library, 1775 Dove Lane. Cost is $5, $1 students. Information: (760) 602-2012 or www.carlsbadplayreaders.org.

First bikini car wash benefits cancer research


CARDIFF ---- Participants from the Leukemia & Lymphoma's Society's Team in Training program will host the first Cardiff Bikini Car Wash to raise funds for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society from11 a.m. to 3 p.m.May 6 at the corner of Birmingham Road. and MacKinnon Avenue. All funds raised from the car wash will go directly toward research to find cures for leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease and others. Visit the Web site at http://www.active.com/donate/tntsdh/jenaranrun4cure.

Albertson's to host blood drive


RAMONA ---- Albertson's, 1459 Main St., will host a San Diego Blood Bank blood drive from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. May 6. 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: http://www.sandiegobloodbank.org or (800) 4MY-SDBB.

Caregivers' seminar set for May 10


POWAY ---- AARP California and the Poway Adult Day Health Care Center will offer "Caregivers Toolbox," a free seminar for family caregivers and the professionals who assist them, from 4 to 7 p.m. May 10 at the center, 13180 Poway Road. A light dinner and adult day care will be provided. R.S.V.P. at (858) 748-5044 or http://www.aarp.org/ca.

Stamping Details offers classes


POWAY ---- Stamping Details, at 14009 Midland Road, will offer these classes.

- "Romancing the Book," 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 13: This altered book class combines Adolph's romance stamp line with tags, fibers, shrink plastic charms, embossing powders, Gesso and ephemera. Cost is $52. Space is limited to 10 students.

- "Shadow Stamps," 6 to 8 p.m. May 15. Learn 20 different ways to use shadow stamps. Cost of $18 includes supplies.

- "Techniques in Embossing by Dreamweaver," 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. or 2 to 4:30 p.m. May 21. Learn new embossing techniques from Lynell Harlow, owner of Dreamweaver Stencils. Harlow is known for her innovative exploration of the centuries-old arts of stenciling and embossing. Cost is $22.

For information or to register, call (858) 513-8024 or visit http://www.stampingdetails.com.

Hadassah group to install officers


RANCHO BERNARDO ---- The Aviva chapter of Hadassah will install its officers and board at a luncheon set for 11 a.m. May 23 at the Courtyard by Marriott, 11611 Bernardo Plaza Court.

The installation program will be presented by Melinda Wynar, program director of the North County Inland Senior Center. Folk singer, guitarist and song writer Hal Wingard will provide musical entertainment.

For reservations, send a check for $15 to Lois Kagan, 15558 Calle Asturtas, San Diego, CA 92128.

Those who need transportation to the event can call Sunny Levin at (858) 487-5885.

Pomerado Hospital seeks volunteers


POWAY ---- Pomerado Hospital, 15615 Pomerado Road, is seeking volunteers for its reception desks, gift shop, emergency department, parking lot shuttle and other positions. Some assignments welcome early birds. For information, call (858) 613-4659.

Subway to host blood drive


SAN MARCOS ---- Subway, at 763 Center Drive in the Wal-Mart shopping center, will host a San Diego Blood Bank blood drive from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. May 8. The bloodmobile will be in the parking lot.

All donors at this drive will receive a limited-edition San Diego Blood Bank T-shirt, a free six-inch Subway sandwich 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: http://www.sandiegobloodbank.org or (800) 4MY-SDBB.

Democratic club to meet May 13


LAKE SAN MARCOS ---- The Lake San Marcos Democratic Club will meet at 1 p.m. May 13 in the Lakeside Pavilion at the Lake San Marcos Resort, 1105 La Bonita Drive. Patrick Cooney, an administrative law judge, will speak on "Politics and Religion." Information: Betty Ball, (760) 752-1035.

Dixieland jazz band to perform


LAKE SAN MARCOS ---- The Night Blooming Jazzmen, a Dixieland jazz band, will perform from 2 to 5 p.m. May 14 at the Lake Pavilion at the Lake San Marcos Resort, 1035 La Bonita Drive. The concert is part of the Lake San Marcos Dixieland Jazz by the Lake Series. Tickets cost $10 at the door. Information: (760) 591-4231.

'Pirates of Penzance' performances set


SAN MARCOS ---- Gilbert and Sullivan's "The Pirates of Penzance," a comedic tale of misbegotten identities on the seas, will be staged at 5 and 8 p.m. May 6, 12 and 13 and 5 p.m. May 14 in Arts 111 at Cal State San Marcos, 333 S. Twin Oaks Valley Road.

Cast members include Johnathan Pitcher as the Pirate King, Christopher Thaeler as Frederick, Alize Rozsnyai as Mabel, Rebecca Kean as Ruth and Garney Johnson as the Major General.

Tickets cost $12. Information: (760) 212-1108.

DAR chapter to meet May 13


ESCONDIDO ---- The Rincon del Diablo Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, will hold a luncheon meeting May 13 at a restaurant in Escondido. Chapter Regent Jacquelyn Peterson of Poway will talk about the Washington-Rochambeau Commemoration. The DAR is holding commemorative events nationwide to mark the 225th anniversary of the Revolutionary War.

Founded in 1890, the DAR is a volunteer women's service organization dedicated to promoting patriotism, preserving American history and securing America's future through better education for children. Any woman age 18 or older who can prove lineal descent from a patriot of the American Revolution is eligible for DAR membership.

Cost for lunch is $16, all inclusive. For reservations and information, call Peterson at (858) 679-8612 or Phyllis Young at (760) 744-7530.

Auction to benefit Boys & Girls Clubs


RANCHO BERNARDO ---- The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego's 24th annual Bid for Kids Extravaganza Auction, themed "Hot Havana Nights," will be held May 13 at the Rancho Bernardo Inn, 17550 Bernardo Oaks Drive.

The event will begin at 5 p.m. with a silent auction and cocktails followed by dinner and a live auction at 7:30. News 8's Carlo Cecchetto will serve as host for evening, and musical entertainment will be provided by the guitar threesome Kimera.

Tickets are $150 per person; tables for 10 also are available. Proceeds will benefit programs and services for the more than 12,000 children served by the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego. For information, call (760) 746-3315, Ext. 211.

Labrador adoption events planned


SAN DIEGO ---- Labrador Rescuers will host these Labrador adoption events. For information, go to http://www.labrescuers.org.

- 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 6, Petsmart, 2296 Murphy Canyon Road, San Diego.

- 7 a .m. to noon May 13, San Diego Humane Society, Fiesta Island.

- 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 20, Petsmart, 8657 Villa La Jolla Drive, La Jolla.

MiraCosta offers childbirth classes


MiraCosta College offers free childbirth preparation classes throughout the year at various convenient locations in North County. All classes are taught by experienced childbirth educators. Classes include current information on labor and delivery; hospital procedures; medications and anesthesia; Cesarean delivery; infant feeding; newborn characteristics; and relaxation, breathing and massage techniques for prepared childbirth. Contact the college at (760) 795-8710.

Oceanside Elks hold bingo


OCEANSIDE ---- Oceanside Elks Lodge 1561 will hold bingo at 1 p.m. May 7 at 444 Country Club Lane. A free breakfast will be served from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. to all who buy in. Call (760) 433-1561.

Mayor Wood on Voice of Oceanside


OCEANSIDE ---- Mayor Jim Wood will appear on the Voice of Oceanside television show in May. The public is invited to attend the taping May 11. Members of the studio audience will have an opportunity to ask Wood a question during part of the show. Arrival time for audience members is 6:30 p.m. The show is taped from 7 to 8 p.m.

This edition of Voice of Oceanside is the first in a series of summertime programs featuring Oceanside's mayor and council. The mayor's program will begin airing on KOCT Cox cable channel 19 at 6 a.m. and 7 p.m. May 15. Visit http://www.koct.org for more dates and times. Councilmember Rocky Chavez will appear on the show May 18; Councilmember Esther Sanchez, June 8; Councilmember Jack Feller, June 15; and Deputy Mayor Shari Mackin, July 13.

Banner auction, fireworks fundraiser set


OCEANSIDE ---- The sixth Annual Arts Alive Banner Auction & Fireworks Fundraiser Dinner will be held from 5 to 9 p.m. May 12 at the Beach Community Center, 300 North The Strand. Call (760) 754-4512.

Oceanside High holds football reunion


OCEANSIDE ---- Oceanside High School will hold its second Annual Football Reunion from 1 to 5 p.m. June 10 at the Boys & Girls Club, 401 Country Club Lane. The event is for those age 21 and over. Cost is $10. Special guest speaker will be C.R. Roberts, Oceanside High All American, Class of 1954. Contact coach Edwin Campbell at (760) 845-9611 or coach Pulu Poumele, (760) 722-8201, Ext. 3036.

MiraCosta student receives scholarship


OCEANSIDE ---- MiraCosta student and tutor Sam Fernandez was recently selected by Genentech to receive a $7,500 scholarship and a summer internship as part of the Genentech Scholars Program. Fernandez is studying biology at MiraCosta and also taking classes at Cal State San Marcos. He plans on earning his bachelor's degree and then pursuing his masters and doctorate.

Grief support group offered


VISTA ---- Caring and Sharing, a support group for those experiencing grief and loss, will be held from 10 to 11:30 a.m. every Friday, beginning today, at the Gloria McClellan Senior Center, 1400 Vale Terrace Drive. Call (760) 726-1340, Ext. 1531.

Vista chamber holds candidate forum


VISTA ---- The Vista Chamber of Commerce will hold a forum for the 74th District Assembly candidates from 7 to 8:30 p.m. May 8 at the Avo Playhouse, 303 Main St. The public is welcome.

Each candidate will make opening and closing statements and will answer questions from the chamber and the audience. Chamber CEO Jim Baumann will moderate the forum. Candidates have been asked to bring campaign literature for an information table.

All three Republican candidates have confirmed their attendance. They are: Martin Garrick, a small-business owner from Solana Beach; Scott Packard, a Carlsbad businessman; and Marie Waldron, an Escondido city councilwoman. Democrat Roxana Folescu, an educator from Encinitas, has been invited but has not confirmed. Contact the chamber at (760) 726-1122.

Friends and Newcomers meet


VISTA ---- Vista Friends and Newcomers will meet at 10 a.m. May 11 at Arcadia Retirement Facility, 1080 Arcadia Place. Entertainment will be by the Mountain Tribal Gypsies, a troupe of belly dancers performing a combination of Moroccan, Middle Eastern and Eastern European cultures. Call Trudy at (760) 758-4120.

El Camino Quilters to meet


VISTA ---- El Camino Quilters will meet at 9 a.m. May 11 in the Activity Center of North Coast Church, 1130 N. Melrose Drive. Award-winning Quilter Phil Beaver of Indiana will present his lecture, "Finding Your Own Signature in Quilting, Part 1." Beaver teaches his quilting and fabric painting techniques all over the U.S. and Canada. Guest fee is $5. Visit http://elcaminoquilters.com.

Blood drive at Boomers!


VISTA ---- The San Diego Blood Bank bloodmobile will accept donations from 2:30 to 7 p.m. May 12 at Boomers!, 1525 W. Vista Way. All donors will receive a San Diego Blood Bank T-shirt as well as other prizes.

Anyone who is at least 17 years old, in good health and weighs at least 110 pounds may be eligible to give blood. A good meal is recommended prior to donation. Call (800) 4MY-SDBB.

Floral design class offered


VISTA ---- A spring floral design class will be held from 10 a.m. to noon May 12 at Michael's, 1851 University Drive. Students will use silk flowers and a straw hat to create their own unique hanging basket arrangement. Cost is $10 plus supplies. Supply lists will be given to students as they register and students receive 10 percent off all supply purchases. Register 24 hours in advance by calling (760) 941-7350.

Christian Women's Club set to meet


SAN MARCOS ---- The San Marcos-Vista Christian Women's Club will host a "Spring of Fashions" luncheon at 11:30 a.m. May 15 at the Lake San Marcos Country Club, 1750 San Pablo Drive. Cost is $11 inclusive.

Speaker is Luanne Hunt of Hesperia, author, motivational speaker and singer, whose topic will be "how hearts are mended by unconditional love."

A feature will be a fashion show by Sparkle Plenty of San Diego.

The club has no membership dues. All ladies are invited to attend. Make reservations before May 11. Call Vera at (760) 727-1372 or Muriel at (760) 744-3744.

Ladies tea and fashion show set


VISTA ---- Buena Vista Baptist Church will hold "Spring, Sweet Spring!," a Ladies Tea & Fashion Show for all ages, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 20 at 145 Hannalet Drive. Fashions will be presented by Susan Brown of Teri Inc.'s Potpourri Thrift Shop, a nonprofit organization for the developmentally disabled. For ticket information, call Jackie at (760) 845-3205 or the church office at (760) 726-1564.

New shelter for homeless families


VISTA ---- Solutions for Change has opened a new shelter for homeless families in Vista. There is also a Transitional Housing Apartment complex in Vista. Anyone who is homeless or soon to be homeless and who has at least one child or is pregnant should call (760) 941-6545 for an appointment for an interview.

Diabetes support group meets


OCEANSIDE ---- North County Diabetes Support Group will meet from 7 to 9 p.m. May 11 at the Mission Branch Library Community Room, 3861-B Mission Ave. Cindy Gravey will lead the discussion. Call (760) 945-3559.

Parkinson's Support Group meets


VISTA ---- North County Parkinson's Support Group meets from 10 a.m. to noon the second Wednesday of each month at the Gloria Mc Clellan Senior Center, 1440 Vale Terrace Drive. On May 10, there will be a presentation on respiratory therapy by Tom Gaughan and Don Adrian plus a Share and Care session. Call (760) 940-2763.