North San Diego County Community News Briefs: San Marcos author to discuss, sign books
By: North County Times - | ∞
CARLSBAD -- San Marcos author Yaz Manley will discuss and sign copies of her new novel "Unrest: Dissent in Suburbia," a fictional memoir centered around a character living in the suburbs of San Diego, from noon to 5 p.m. March 24 at Borders book store, 1905 Calle Barcelona, in the Carlsbad Forum shopping center.
Proceeds from sales of the book will be used to fill backpacks with essential hygiene products, snacks, water and first-aid kits for homeless individuals in the community.
Ostomy support group to meet
OCEANSIDE -- The Ostomy Support Group of North County will meet at 1 p.m. March 23 in Assembly Room 1 at Tri-City Medical Center, 4002 Vista Way.
This month's meeting will feature an open forum session where attendees will have the opportunity to discuss topics of their choice. The group welcomes input on its current programs, as well as recommendations for future programs. Regular break-out sessions will follow the open forum.
Call (760) 433-3440.
Japanese art, culture event on tap
SAN DIEGO -- Japanese art, culture and tradition will come alive at the Taka Sumi-e Society's annual art exhibition to be held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. March 24 and 25 in Room 101 at Casa del Prado in Balboa Park.
The event will include demonstrations of sumi-e, the Japanese art of brush painting; a display of original works by members of the society; a fashion show highlighting wearable art; demonstrations of the traditional Japanese tea ceremony; and performances by Japanese dancers.
Information: Takashi Ijichi, (619) 225-2501.
'Signs of Spring' hike slated
SAN PASQUAL VALLEY -- The San Dieguito River Park will host a "Signs of Spring" hike from 9 a.m. to noon March 24.
Meet at the Bandy Canyon Staging Area and meander past citrus groves and farmlands with the mountains in the background and the San Pasqual Valley in view.
Information: http://www.sdrp.org or (858) 674-2270.
Museum to host Navy Heritage Day
SAN DIEGO -- The Maritime Museum will celebrate the history of the U.S. Navy in San Diego with Navy Heritage Day from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. March 24. The museum's newest permanent exhibit "San Diego's Navy," which is based on the book of the same name by Bruce Linder, will be unveiled at the event. The Navy Band will perform from noon to 1 p.m.
Children of active-duty Navy and Marine Corps personnel with valid ID will be admitted free.
The Maritime Museum is on the North Embarcadero in downtown San Diego at 1492 N. Harbor Drive. Information: http://www.sdmaritime.org or (619) 234-9153.
PFLAG group to meet March 25
CARLSBAD -- Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays, or PFLAG, a parent-led support and information organization, will meet at 2 p.m. March 25 at the Pilgrim United Church of Christ, 2020 Chestnut Ave.
PFLAG invites anyone having difficulties understanding gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender issues to attend the meeting, especially when family relationships are disrupted. Family members, as well as GLBT people, are invited to join in discussions of mutual support.
Call (619) 922-1579.
Fly-fishing raffle set for March 26
DEL MAR -- The Golden State Flycasters and the San Diego chapter of Trout Unlimited will hold their annual Conservation Raffle and Silent Auction on March 26 at Chevys Mexican Restaurant, 2730 Via de la Valle.
Doors will open at 6 p.m. with the raffle to begin at 7. Proceeds will support GSF/TU conservation projects in San Diego County.
Information: Andy Firtel, afirtel@san.rr.com, or http://www.goldenstateflycasters.org.
Genealogy group to host speaker
CARLSBAD -- The North San Diego County Genealogical Society will meet from 10 to 11:30 a.m. March 27 in the Carlsbad City Council chambers, 1200 Carlsbad Village Drive.
Noted genealogist, author and lecturer Barbara Renick will present "The Perils of Pursuing Pedigrees," a humorous look at the addictive pastime of genealogy.
Call (760) 630-5720.
Republican women's group to meet
ESCONDIDO -- Escondido Republican Women Federated will meet March 27 at the Escondido Country Club, 1800 Country Club Lane.
Escondido City Council members Sam Abed and Dick Daniels will discuss current issues facing the city.
A short business meeting will begin at 11:30 a.m. followed by lunch at noon and the speaker program at 12:30 p.m.
Luncheon cost is $15. For reservations, call Jeanne Bunch at (760) 747-5842.
Fine arts group to hold show
POWAY -- The North County Society of Fine Arts' annual Members Show will run from March 30 through April 25 at the Poway Center for the Performing Arts, 15498 Espola Road.
Awards for artwork in several categories will be juried by local artist Kathy McChesney. The winners will be announced at a reception scheduled from 2 to 4 p.m. April 15 at the arts center.
Awareness workshop for women offered
NORTH COUNTY -- The San Dieguito River Park will host a free "Women's Awareness 101" workshop from 10 a.m. to noon March 31.
Women can learn basic awareness skills that will give them the confidence needed to get out and get active. Instructor Hal Collier, who holds a second-degree black belt in tae kwon do, will teach easy martial arts techniques and offer simple tips to help minimize discomfort in any unfamiliar setting.
For reservations, location and information, call (858) 674-2275.
Adoption info sessions planned
OCEANSIDE -- Family Connections Christian Adoptions will hold free information sessions from 9 to 11 a.m. April 4 and May 5 at its offices, 2191 El Camino Real, Suite 202. Information: http://www.fcadoptions.org or (760) 966-0531.
Egg hunt for kids with disabilities set
SAN DIEGO -- Easter Seals and the Hilton San Diego Resort will host the 34th annual Easter Eggstravaganza from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. April 7 at the resort.
Hundreds of kids with disabilities, including autism, cerebral palsy and Down syndrome, will hunt for more than 3,500 plastic eggs filled with candy throughout the grounds of the resort. Following the egg hunt, the children and their families will enjoy a luncheon and entertainment compliments of the hotel.
For reservations, call Tracy Gordon at (858) 357-3002. For information about Easter Seals services in San Diego, call Debbie Ball at (760) 737-3990, Ext. 83.
Hospice seeks volunteers
SOLANA BEACH -- Hospice by the Sea is seeking volunteers to work with hospice patients and their families residing in North County. Free training is provided.
The next training session will run from April 11 through May 30 at 312 S. Cedros Ave., Suite 250.
Information: Darla Dewey, (858) 794-0195, (800) 451-6016 or darlad@hospicebythesea.org.
Volunteer ESL tutors needed
SAN DIEGO -- The Laubach Literacy Council of San Diego County is seeking volunteer English-as-a-second-language tutors. An ESL tutor training workshop will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 14 and 21 at the Ray and Joan Kroc Salvation Army Community Center, Building A, 6805 University Ave. Information: Charles Ross, (619) 442-1481; intgallery@aol.com; or http://www.laubachsandiego.org.
MS Walks set for April 28 and 29
The National Multiple Sclerosis Society's Pacific South Coast Chapter, headquartered in Carlsbad, will hold its 2007 San Diego County Credit Union MS Walk at 8 a.m. April 28 at Legoland California in Carlsbad. An estimated 5,000 walkers are expected to participate.
A second walk, with an estimated 6,000 walkers, will step off at 8:30 a.m. April 29 at Embarcadero Marina Park South in downtown San Diego.
There is no charge to participate; however, walkers are encouraged to solicit sponsors and raise at least $25. To register, go to http://www.mswalk.com.
Nominations sought for nonviolence awards
SAN DIEGO -- The Tariq Khamisa Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to breaking the cycle of youth violence, is accepting nominations for its 10th annual Gandhi Nonviolence Awards. Eight individuals and organizations will be honored for their leadership and promotion of nonviolence.
Nominations can be made in the following categories: Youth male (ages 7 to 18); and Youth female (ages 7 to 18); School; Business; Community Leader Individual; Community Leader Organization; Faith Community; and Community Communications. Nominees must reside in San Diego County
The awards ceremony will be held Oct. 6. at the Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice at the University of San Diego.
Nomination forms are available online at http://www.tkf.org. The deadline for submissions is June 30.
Cancer support group for kids offered
LA JOLLA -- Kids Konnected, a free support group for children who have a parent with cancer or have lost a parent to cancer, meets the second Tuesday of the month in the UTC area.
Open to ages 4 to 18, the group focuses on peer support, education, understanding and friendship, and is facilitated by professionals.
Information: Cary Terra, (619) 540-3630, or http://www.kidskonnected.org.
Campground host needed
RAMONA -- The Palomar District of the Cleveland National Forest is accepting applications for the observatory campground host position.
The campground host performs basic campground maintenance, including the cleaning of fire rings, shower units, restrooms and campsites, and answer campers' questions about regulations and recreation opportunities. The schedule would be a five-day work week, including weekends.
This is a volunteer position beginning in early May through the end of October. There is no pay; however, an RV campsite will be provided, along with electricity, propane, water and sewage facilities.
For information or an application, call Jeff Wells at the Palomar Ranger District office at (760) 788-0250, Ext. 3342, between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. weekdays.
Parkinson's symposium set for March 31
SAN DIEGO -- The Parkinson's Disease Association of San Diego will host a symposium for Parkinson's patients, families and health care professionals titled "The Parkinson's Journey & the Help Along the Way" from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 31 at the Scottish Rite Conference Center.
Topics will include an update on disease management techniques, the role of physical therapy, benefits of tai chi and a discussion of new and old drugs used in treating the disease. In addition, participants will experience an exercise session with physical therapist Amy Walsh.
Professionals can earn three continuing education units. Cost if registered by March 26 is $20 or $24 if earning CEUs; $22 and $27, respectively, after March 26. Register online at http://www.pdasd.org or call (858) 273-6763.
Sailing classes for youths offered
OCEANSIDE -- The Oceanside Yacht Club offers summer sailing programs for children ages 8 to 12. The five-day program focuses on teaching youths the basic skills of seamanship and safety.
Courses will begin July 9. Cost is $175 for beginners and $125 for intermediate students.
A parent information session will be held at 1:30 p.m. April 14 at 1950 Harbor Drive North.
Information: http://www.oceansideyc.com or (760) 722-5751.
'Women in Health' luncheon planned
CARMEL MOUNTAIN RANCH -- Palomar Pomerado Health and the American Heart Association will present "Midlife Maintenance: A Closer Look at Menopause and Osteoporosis" from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 4 at Carmel Mountain Ranch Country Club, 14050 Carmel Ridge Road. The event is part of the heart association's 2007 "Women in Health" luncheon series sponsored by PPH.
Kay Bradshaw-Smith, a physician assistant, will unravel the mystery of menopause through a presentation on hormone replacement therapy, alternative therapies and other lifestyle changes designed to help women cope with this midlife change. Dr. Cynthia Robertson will explore the risk factors for osteoporosis and the steps women can take to help prevent, detect and correct low bone mass.
Admission of $25 includes a gourmet lunch, featured speakers and health screenings, including bone density, blood pressure and body composition. To register, call the HealthSource at (800) 628-2880 or go to http://www.pph.org (Classes and Events -- Midlife Maintenance).
Additional luncheons will be held on the first Wednesday of June, August, October and December.
Sisters in Crime to meet April 5
SAN DIEGO -- Jesse Saucedo, manager of the Spy & Security Store in San Marcos, will speak at a meeting of Sisters in Crime at 7 p.m. April 5. He will talk about and demonstrate some of the latest surveillance gadgets the store offers.
Sisters in Crime, a coed group of mystery readers and writers, meets at the Joyce Beers Community Center in the Uptown District Shopping Center in Hillcrest. Guests are welcome and pay $3 at the door. For information, call (858) 748-6842 or go to http://www.sincsd.org.
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