Coastal San Diego County Community News: Encinitas offers surf lessons
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ENCINITAS ---- The city of Encinitas Parks and Recreation Department will offer surf lessons for adults and youth, ages 7 and older, this fall at Moonlight Beach. Surf Sessions will provide a surf instruction program of after-school, weekly and weekend classes; instructors are trained in CPR and first aid. Includes use of surfboards and wetsuits. Call Caroline Moreno (760) 633-2759.
Toastmasters meet Thursdays
CARMEL VALLEY ---- Public speaking group, the Carmel Valley Toastmasters, meets at 7 a.m. Thursdays at DavenportMajor, 12770 High Bluff Drive, Suite 320. Visit the Web site at http://www.cvtm.org.
Theater offers kids classes
SOLANA BEACH ---- North Coast Repertory Theatre's The Theatre School @ NCRT will offer fall session theater classes for young actors, third grade through high school, Sept. 30 through Nov. 18, Saturdays, at the theater, 987 Lomas Santa Fe Drive, Ste. D. Classes will be offered in Creative Drama, Acting for the Stage, Improv, and Advanced Acting.
Students enrolled in classes are eligible to audition for "The Trial of the Big Bad Wolf." Auditions will be held from 3 to 6 p.m. Oct. 10, by appointment only. Cost for classes is $175. Call (858) 481-1055 or visit the Web site at http://www.northcoastrep.org.
Diversify your investment portfolio
CARDIFF ---- MiraCosta College's Community Services one-day workshop, "Investing in Bonds for Income and Diversification," will demonstrate how bonds can promote financial success from 9 a.m. to noon Sept. 30,.in Room 303 of school's San Elijo campus, 3333 Manchester Ave.
The workshop will explore the dynamic world of bonds and how bonds can diversify a portfolio and generate income and will be taught by Terry Rostamo, who has 25 years of experience in the investment industry and currently works for A.G. Edwards. Cost is $34. Call (760) 795-6820 or visit the Web site at http://www.miracosta.edu/commsvcs.
Learn how to read people at a glance
CARDIFF ---- MiraCosta College's Community Services Program will offer the workshop on "Face Reading: How to Read People at a Glance" from 1 to 4 p.m. Sept. 30 in Room 303 of the school's San Elijo campus, 3333 Manchester Ave. Students will uncover psychological meanings of facial features, and how to use face reading to better understand co-workers, family and friends. Cost is $34. Call (760) 795-6820 or visit the Web site at http://www.miracosta.edu/commsvcs.
College hosts photo course
CARDIFF ---- Stretch your skills during the "Color Photography, Part 2" class offered through MiraCosta College's Community Services Program from 6 to 9 p.m. Oct. 3 through Oct. 24, Tuesdays, in Room 302 at MiraCosta's San Elijo campus, 3333 Manchester Ave. The class will emphasize experimental techniques for creating photographic images and students need to bring their own semi-manual or multi-program film or digital cameras to class. No point and shoot cameras. Cost is $71. Call (760) 795-6820 or visit the Web site at http://www.miracosta.edu/commsvcs.
Herbs for a healthier sex life
CARDIFF ---- "Healthful Herbs for a Healthier Sex Life," the one-day workshop hosted by MiraCosta College's Community Services Program, will be offered from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. Oct. 14 in Room 206 of the school's San Elijo campus, 3333 Manchester Ave. Charlotte Tenney will help you explore how herbs, nutrition and other holistic practices can enhance your sex life and reproductive health. Cost is $53. Call (760) 795-6820 or visit the Web site at http://www.miracosta.edu/commsvcs.
Harvest festival comes to Del Mar
DEL MAR ---- The Harvest Festival arts and crafts show will be held from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Oct. 27 and 28; and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 29 at the Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd. The event offers art and craft items from more than 300 exhibitors in a lively festival atmosphere, with interaction from artists on-hand, family entertainment, gourmet specialty foods, and more. Cost is $4 to $8. Call (415) 447-3205, or visit the Web site at http://www.harvestfestival.com.
Bridal Bazaar returns to Del Mar
DEL MAR ---- The Bridal Bazaar bridal expo will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 15 at the Del Mar Fairgrounds, Interstate 5 at Via de la Valle. More than 200 wedding professionals will be on hand to help couples plan their dream wedding. Fashion shows featuring the latest designs for the entire wedding party will take place at 11:30 a.m. and 1 and 2:45 p.m.
Tickets cost $10 at the door. Visit http://www.BridalBazaar.com to purchase tickets and print discount tickets.
Senior center offers rides
CARLSBAD ---- Carlsbad residents 60 years of age and older who cannot drive and are in need of transportation for medical appointments or grocery shopping can contact the Carlsbad Senior Center's Transportation Program for assistance. Transportation for medical appointments is provided Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Appointments must be made from 2 p.m. and end by 4:30 p.m. Service area is limited. Wednesday afternoons are reserved for grocery shopping at Stater Bros.
The first Thursday afternoon of the month transportation is provided to go to Wal-Mart or Trader Joe's. Mondays through Fridays, seniors can enjoy lunch at the Carlsbad Senior Center. The Senior Center provides transportation to and from the Center. Call (760) 602-4650.
Class offers families mental illness support
CARLSBAD ---- The National Alliance on Mental Illness will host the 12-week North Coastal Family to Family Education class at 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays at St. Michael's By-the-Sea Episcopal Church, 2775 Carlsbad Blvd. Call (760) 722-3754.
Center screens 'Narnia' film
CARLSBAD ---- The Carlsbad Senior Center will screen "The Chronicles of Narnia - The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe" from 1 to 3:40 p.m. Oct. 12 at the center, 799 Pine Ave. Enter another world with Peter, Susan, Edmund and Lucy as the Pevensie children find the world of Narnia through a magical wardrobe while playing a game of "hide-and-seek." Call (760) 602-4650.
Understanding Medicare today
CARLSBAD ---- Nicholas Salerno will explain the ins and outs of today's Medicare from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Oct. 17 at the Carlsbad Senior Center, 799 Pine Ave. Understand parts A, B, C and D of Medicare so you can make educated decisions regarding your health care coverage during your retirement. Call (760) 602-4650.
Learn to love music
CARLSBAD ---- Jazz musician Dene Davidson will expand your musical enjoyment by demonstrating "Music Made Simple" from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Oct. 19, Oct. 26 and Nov. 2 at the Carlsbad Senior Center, 799 Pine Ave. No ability to read music is required. Call (760) 602-4650.
Alzheimer's and insomnia
CARLSBAD ---- Dr. Porras of Optimum Health Services will discuss Alzheimer's and insomnia from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Oct. 24 at the Carlsbad Senior Center, 799 Pine Ave. The informational talk will focus on recognizing the signs and symptoms in you or your loved ones and what optional therapies are available for treatment. Call (760) 602-4650.
KoKo Beach Halloween dance
CARLSBAD ---- The Carlsbad Senior Center will host the KoKo Beach Fundraiser and Halloween Dance from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Oct. 26 featuring the Billy Harper Band at the center, 799 Pine Ave. Cost is $3. Call (760) 602-4650.
Big band beach bash
OCEANSIDE ---- Dust your dancing shoes off and get ready for the 10th Annual Big Band Beach Bash concert from noon to 7 p.m. Sept. 30 at the Pier Plaza Amphitheater, base of the Oceanside Pier. Cost is $5, includes concert and meal. Proceeds will benefit the Encinitas Senior Center. Call (760) 943-2250.
SDA dinner auction planned
ENCINITAS ---- The Spirit of San Dieguito, San Dieguito Academy's annual dinner auction and celebration, will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Oct. 7 in the garden of the home of the Meaghers, SDA parents. The event is organized by the San Dieguito Academy Foundation, a nonprofit organization that raises money to support programs of the oldest operating public high school in Encinitas.
The evening will include complimentary valet parking and a courtesy drink included with the cost of the ticket. Silent auction tables will offer a variety of items donated by SDA parents and the community. Following a live auction, food from North County restaurants including Kis, El Callejon, Firefly Grill and Wine Bar, Leucadia Pizzeria, Sage Grill, The Roxy, Yogi's and the Yellow Coyote Tortilla Factory will be available. Dancing to music by the parent-based band Rhythm Method will be featured.
Tickets cost $70, in honor of the school's 70th anniversary. For more information and tickets, call Sheila Durkin at (760) 753-1121, Ext. 5085.
'Invisible Children' shown at MiraCosta today
OCEANSIDE ---- MiraCosta Service Learning will hold an outdoor viewing of a video, "Invisible Children," at 6 p.m. today at MiraCosta College, 1 Barnard Drive. Northern Uganda has been called the worst humanitarian crisis in the world today ---- 1.7 million people have been forcibly displaced; an estimated 20,000 to 50,000 children have been abducted to fight as soldiers; tens of thousands of children commute nightly; and 130 people per day die in Northern Uganda due to violence. Video content is not suitable for children. Bring jackets, blankets or beach chairs. For more information, call (760) 795-6616. To learn more about the Invisible Children, visit http://www.invisiblechildren.com.
VFW plans Sadie Hawkins dinner/dance
VISTA ---- The Ladies Auxiliary to Sgt. Maj. Ralph E. Gibbs Jr. VFW Post will sponsor a Sadie Hawkins dinner and dance at 6 p.m. Sept. 30 at 1717 E. Vista Way, No. 117. Tickets cost $10 per person and include a buffet featuring Ozark fried chicken and barbecued ribs, and music provided by the Country Express band. Those attending are invited to join the fun by dressing down and wearing their worst bib overalls. Proceeds will go to strengthen the auxiliary's coffers so it can continue to support special projects with an emphasis on service to veterans and their families. Call (760) 724-7041 or Betty Rowell at (760) 724-0414.
Family Fun Fest upcoming
VISTA ---- The Vista Chamber of Commerce and Village Business Association will partner to produce the Vista Family Fun Fest street fair from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 1 on Main Street in downtown Vista. The Vista Fire Department is also sponsoring the event, which marks the beginning of Fire Safety Month.
Yoga center holds health fair
VISTA ---- North County Yoga & Holistic Center will host a health fair from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 30 at 1850 Hacienda Drive. Marion Mahoney, holistic health practitioner, will deliver free seminars on nutrition, yoga and natural remedies at noon, 1 and 2 p.m. There will be free allergy testing and yoga mini-classes on the half hour. Call (760) 802-6827.
Alzheimer's support offered
VISTA ---- Spouses and family members of individuals with dementia are welcome to attend a weekly support group offered by the Alzheimer's Association San Diego/Imperial Chapter. Meetings are held from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Thursdays at Arcadia Place, 1080 Arcadia Ave. Call (800) 272-3900.
Soccer club holds elections
VISTA ---- The Vista Soccer Club's annual election of officers will take place from 7 to 9 p.m. Oct. 10 at the VSC Clubhouse, 337 Olive Ave.
School board candidate forum scheduled
VISTA ---- There will be a joint meeting of the Shadowridge Vista Rotary Club and the Rotary Club of Vista to hear from the candidates running for two vacancies on the Vista Unified School District Board of Trustees. The meeting will be held from noon to 1:30 p.m. Oct. 10 at Shadowridge Country Club. Cost of the meal is $15. This is not an open forum. There will be a moderator who will address the group and present a pre-approved questions submitted from the audience and candidates will have a set time to respond. Each candidate will be given a very limited time to present prepared remarks. The public is welcome. Contact Peggy at (760) 521-9093.
Basketball program for youths offered
VISTA ---- The Vista Parks and Community Services Department will offer a Youth Basketball Program for boys and girls born between 1989 and 2000. Registration for the program will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 18 and 25 at Brengle Terrace Recreation Center, 1200 Vale Terrace Drive. A late registration will be offered Oct. 26 at the same time and place. Cost of the program ranges between $49 and $75, depending on the division and whether or not participants are Vista residents. Volunteer coaches are needed. Call Kerran Hartung at (760) 726-1340, Ext. 1572.
O'side Elks hold bingo
OCEANSIDE ---- Oceanside Elks Lodge 1561 will hold bingo at 1 p.m. Oct. 1 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.
Learn to build a fountain
OCEANSIDE ---- MiraCosta College's Community Services Program will offer a one-day workshop that will teach students how to design their own personal artistic indoor fountain. Serenity Fountain will meet from 9 a.m. to noon Oct. 14 in Room T110 at MiraCosta College, 1 Barnard Drive. The fee is $55. Students should bring a waterproof wok-style bowl six to 8 inches wide and three to 12 inches deep, and bowl filler including beach rocks, marbles, tiles, slate or marble slabs, shells or anything that is waterproof that can fill the bottom of the bowl. Water pump is included in class fee. Call (760) 795-6820.
Discount taxi vouchers available
OCEANSIDE ---- In cooperation with Yellow Cab Taxi Company, discount taxi vouchers for seniors age 65 and older can be purchased from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday at the Oceanside Senior Center, 455 Country Club Lane. One-way vouchers are $3.50. Seniors can purchase up to eight discount tickets per month. Tickets are also available at the Parks and Recreation Administration offices, 300 N. Coast Highway and by mail by calling (760) 435-5041.
Vouchers can also be purchased from Yellow Cab at the Oceana Community Center, 550 Vista Bella Drive from 9:30 to 11 a.m. on the second Monday of each month through November. For more information, call the Taxi Voucher Hotline at (760) 435-3915.
Tax rebate assistance available
OCEANSIDE ---- Free renters' and homeowners' tax rebate assistance will be available on a first-come, first-served basis from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays through to Oct. 10 at the Oceanside Senior Center, 455 Country Club Lane. Ask the volunteer at the front desk for a number. You qualify if:
- Your household income was $40,811 or less last year.
- You are 62 or older, blind or disabled.
- You are a U.S. citizen, designated alien or qualified alien when you file your claim.
- You owned and occupied your home or mobile home on Dec. 31, 2005. You paid at least $50 rent each month.
Bring the following documents with you:
- 2005 Income Tax Return (if you were not required to file a return, bring all income records).
- 2005 Social Security Statement (1099).
- 2005 Property Tax Bill (home/condo/mobile homeowners).
- Name, address and phone number of landlord, if you are a renter.
- Proof of age.
- Identification card.
- Booklet mailed to you by the Franchise Tax Board with your name and address label (Forms are available at the senior center for first-time owners).
The homeowners' program allows a once-a-year payment from the state to qualified individuals based on part of the property taxes paid on their home. A "home" is not just a house, but also includes a condo or mobile home. The maximum homeowner assistance payment allowed is $472.60.
The renter assistance program is a once-a-year payment from the state to qualified individuals based on part of the property taxes they pay indirectly when they pay rent. The maximum renter assistance payment allowed is $347.50.
Big band beach bash
OCEANSIDE ---- Dust your dancing shoes off and get ready for the 10th Annual Big Band Beach Bash concert from noon to 7 p.m. Sept. 30 at the Pier Plaza Amphitheater, base of the Oceanside Pier. Cost is $5, includes concert and meal. Proceeds will benefit the Encinitas Senior Center. Call (760) 943-2250.
Luncheon, fashion show focus on breast cancer prevention
VISTA ---- Vista Community Clinic, the North County African-American Health Coalition and Tri-City Home Care will hold the third annual "A New You" Breast Cancer Prevention and Healthy Lifestyle Fashion Show and Program at 11 a.m. Oct. 7 at Tri-City Medical Center, 4002 Vista Way.
The program includes education on breast cancer, luncheon and fashion show featuring breast cancer survivors who will share their personal stories and speak to the importance of early detection through mammograms.
Tickets cost $30 per person and tables of eight are available. Tickets can also be purchased to sponsor women in the community who would otherwise not be able to attend, including low-income women and spouses of deployed military personnel. For tickets and more information, contact Natasha at Vista Community Clinic, (760) 407-1220, Ext. 167 or e-mail natasha@vistacommunityclinic.org.
OMFest returns to downtown O'side
OCEANSIDE ---- Oceanside Cultural Arts Foundation will present the Oceanside Music Festival as part of the community's celebration of October as National Arts and Humanities Month. This year's OmFest will run Oct. 12 through 15 at five venues throughout the downtown area. The focus of the festival is to raise funds for local high school vocal music programs. For more information or to contribute time, talent or treasure or to sponsor a performance, call the OMFest message center at (760) 433-3632 or e-mail meliane@cox.net or marread@aol.com.
Eastside holds annual Fall Faire
OCEANSIDE ---- Eastside United Community will hold the 13th annual free Fall Faire from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 14 at Joe Balderrama Park, 709 San Diego St. There will be music, food, information booths, children's activities and raffles as well as Duke's Car Show. The event is an opportunity for the community to connect with services, resources and information in an informal environment and get to know their neighbors and city departments. For more information, call (760) 439-9831.
Casa de Amparo to hold groundbreaking
OCEANSIDE ---- Casa de Amparo will hold a groundbreaking for the Child Development & Family Services Center at 10 a.m. Oct. 5 at Ivey Ranch Park. Supervisor Bill Horn, Oceanside Mayor Jim Wood and Dan Hammang, president of the Casa de Amparo Board of Directors will be in attendance to share a few words on the project. The city of Oceanside has provided Casa de Amparo with a perfect setting to construct two buildings, which will house the Child Development and Family Support Services Center. The new site will allow Casa de Amparo to serve 50 percent more children and allow families to receive counseling and visit their children in a tranquil park setting. Call Kathy Karpe at (760) 754-5500.
Diabetes support group meets
OCEANSIDE ---- Tri-City Medical Center Diabetes Support Group meets from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. the first Thursday of each month at Tri-City Medical Center, 4002 W. Vista Way. For meeting room location, call (760) 724-8411.
Parkinson's support group meets
VISTA ---- North County Parkinson's Support Group meets from 10 a.m. to noon on the second Wednesday of each month at the Gloria E. McClellan SeniorCenter, Brengle Terrace Park, 1400 Vale Terrace Drive.The guest at the Oct. 11meeting will beDr. Kobayashi. Call(760) 940-2763.
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