North San Diego County Community News Briefs: Indoor rummage sale planned
By: North County Times | ∞
ESCONDIDO -- Escondido Silvercrest Residence will hold its annual indoor rummage sale from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. today and April 21. To get to the 75-unit apartment building, enter Las Villas Way off of West El Norte Parkway, just west of North Centre City Parkway.
'It Runs in the Family' opens tonight
ESCONDIDO -- Patio Playhouse Community Theater will present "It Runs in the Family," a comedy by Ray Cooney, at 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays, today through May 13, at the theater, 201 E. Grand Ave., Suite 1D, in Escondido.
When they appear at the hospital's doorstep, a happily married doctor must hide his ex-mistress and their illegitimate 18-year-old son from his wife, his boss and 200 colleagues who are waiting for him to deliver a career-making lecture. The production is directed by Sherrie Colbourn.
Admission is $14, $12 for seniors and students and $7 for youths younger than 16. Group rates are available. For tickets and information, call (760) 746-6669 or go to http://www.patioplayhouse.com.
Youth group to hold family event
ESCONDIDO -- In recognition of National Youth Service Day, Escondido Education COMPACT will hold a community celebration called "Roots in Your Community" from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 21 at Pioneer School, 980 N. Ash St.
The free family-oriented event will provide resources to local families about health, education, public safety and civic engagement, as well as entertain children with interactive activities.
Scholarships offered to high school artists
ESCONDIDO -- High school seniors interested in pursuing an education in the fine arts, who are currently enrolled in any Escondido-based high school, are invited to apply for the Escondido Art Association 2007 Visual Art Scholarship. This year, a total of $1,000 will be awarded as scholarships to three outstanding young artists.
Applications for the scholarships are available from high school art teachers and counselors and at the Artists Gallery, 121 W. Grand Ave. Completed artwork must be delivered to the gallery by April 21. Gallery hours are from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays.
Judging of the artwork will take place April 23. Cash awards will be presented May 12 at a reception for the featured "Kids Kaleidoscope Art Show" at the gallery. The winning scholarship artwork will be showcased during the month of May in conjunction with the featured art show.
For information, call Marilyn Ralls at (760) 743-2684 or Carolyn Bonk at (760) 741-1980.
Daley Ranch photo contest set
ESCONDIDO -- Applications are available for the 2007 Daley Ranch Amateur Photography Contest. Instructions and entry forms can be picked up at the entrance to Daley Ranch at the north end of La Honda Drive, Calumet Photography, Escondido Public Library and the Dixon Lake Ranger Station. The city's Web site, http://www.escondido.org/daley, also has downloadable forms.
Photos can be either film or digital; entries will become the property of the Daley Ranch Volunteer Association after the contest. Proceeds from the contest will benefit efforts to restore the Daley Ranch House and make it into an interpretive center.
Contest rules, changed slightly from the last contest, are listed on the application form. Submissions can be made through 5 p.m. April 21. Photographers may submit up to five entries; an application form and entry fee of $5 must accompany each photograph.
Separate color and black-and-white categories include the following themes: scenic view, plants and animals, park visitors and the hand of man. Photos must be taken at Daley Ranch, and any photos deemed to have been taken off trail will not be considered.
The judges will be photographer/author Paul Johnson, photographer/author Bill Evarts and photographer Susan Heller.
Knights of Columbus breakfast on tap
ESCONDIDO -- The Knights of Columbus, Regina Coeli Council 4953, will present the St. Mary's Parish Breakfast from 8 a.m. to noon April 22 at St. Mary's Hall, 1160 S. Broadway.
Tickets are $8.50 per person or $25 per family. Proceeds will benefit Knights of Columbus youth programs.
Downsizing seminar slated for April 24
ESCONDIDO -- Linda Diller from Only the Best will hold a free downsizing seminar called "What About All My Stuff?" at 11 a.m. April 24 at Aegis of Escondido, 3012 Bear Valley Parkway. R.S.V.P. to (760) 735-8084.
'Rediscover Escondido' on walking tour
ESCONDIDO -- Take a walk and learn about Escondido's past during a free "Rediscovering Escondido" walking tour at 6 p.m. April 24.
The 90-minute tour will start at the southeast corner of Broadway and Grand Avenue and includes stories along "High School Hill." A steep two-block section about halfway through the tour may be a challenge for some, but rewards those who complete it with a terrific view of the surrounding hills.
The tour will be led by local authority Jack Pomeroy and is sponsored by the Escondido History Center and the Escondido Citizens Ecology Committee. Information: (760) 743-8207, ehs@escondidohistory.org.
Military experts to brief Democratic Club on Iraq
ESCONDIDO -- The Escondido Democratic Club will meet at 10:30 a.m. April 28 at the Escondido Public Library, 239 S. Kalmia St.
U.S. Marine Corps instructors will talk about what they teach personnel before assigning them to duty, including an introduction to the cultural issues in Iraq with emphasis on the conflict between Sunni and Shiite Muslims.
Information: http://www.escondidodems.com; Rick Moore, (760) 740-8595.
Partners of Palomar Salon to meet
ESCONDIDO -- Partners of Palomar Salon No. 621 will host its Fifth Sunday of the Month Breakfast from 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. April 29 at the Veterans Memorial Building, 230 Park Ave. Cost is $5. Proceeds from the event will go toward nurses' scholarships and programs for children and youths. For information, call (760) 741-1813.
Chorus invites men to sing
ESCONDIDO -- Men of all ages who like to sing are invited to the Music Men Barbershop Harmony Chorus guest night at 7 p.m. April 24 at the Salvation Army facility at 1301 Las Villas Way.
Membership in the chapter offers men the chance to improve their singing ability, present public shows and concerts in the community and participate in competitions with other chapters. Guests will be invited to sing with the Music Men chorus. Refreshments will be served.
Information: Al Leuthe, (760) 839-6518; http://www.harmonize.com/PalPac.
Assistance League to meet April 25
ESCONDIDO -- The Assistance League of Inland North County will meet at 10 a.m. April 25 at the McLaughlin Chapter House, 2068 E. Valley Parkway. For information, call (760) 746-7532 or go to http://www.assistanceleague.info.
Needlepoint group to meet April 25
ESCONDIDO -- The Palomar Mountain Stitchers chapter of the American Needlepoint Guild will meet at 7 p.m. April 25 at Redwood Elderlink, 1151 S. Redwood St. Doors open at 6:30.
Chapter President Randi Oftedal will present this month's program, a project called Colourations by Kay Cline from the May 2006 Needlepointers magazine.
For information, call (760) 758-4120.
Parliamentarians to meet April 26
ESCONDIDO -- The Nu Chi Unit of Parliamentarians will meet from 1 to 3 p.m. April 26 at the Joslyn Senior Center, 210 Park Ave. The group meets monthly to study Robert's Rules of Order.
The program, "The Magic of Meeting Motions," will be led by Willeen Hasler, meeting recorder and parliamentary adviser for homeowner associations.
Information: Willeen Hasler in Oceanside, (760) 439-6243; or Jacqueline Marazzi in Escondido, (760) 480-0155.
Learn about pet-friendly landscaping
ESCONDIDO -- The Escondido Humane Society will offer an adult education class called "Gardening With Your Pet in Mind" from 1 to 4 p.m. April 28. Learn about pet-friendly landscaping from a master gardener. Cost is $25.
Reservations are required. Call Ina Shookhoff at (760) 888-2261. For information, go to http://www.escondidohumanesociety.org.
The Escondido Humane Society is at 3450 E. Valley Parkway.
Rolling Readers receives grant
Rolling Readers USA has received a $20,000 grant from the Dr. Seuss Fund at the San Diego Foundation. The grant is for support of the three literacy programs sponsored by Rolling Readers USA, each focused on inspiring children to become lifelong readers. For information about having a Rolling Reader in your school or classroom, or for volunteer or donation opportunities, call Janna Beers at (619) 516-4095.
Oceana to hold ballroom dance
OCEANSIDE -- Ballroom dancing for couples and singles ages 55 and older will be held from 7 to 9:15 p.m. April 21 at Oceana, 550 Vista Bella. The dance will feature table seating with finger foods, refreshments and music by The Vidals. Cost is $6. Dances are held the third Saturday of each month. Call (760) 966-6838.
Chiropractor holds Military Appreciation Day
OCEANSIDE -- Ocean Vista Chiropractic will hold a Military Appreciation Day from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 21 at 3529 Cannon Road, Suite 2E. There will be free exams and chiropractic care for all active-duty military and their families, free mini massages, a barbecue and door prizes donated by local merchants. Call (760) 631-8000.
Senior center to hold ballroom dance
OCEANSIDE -- Oceanside Senior Center will hold a ballroom dance featuring music by The Vidals from 2 to 4 p.m. April 22 at 455 Country Club Lane. Admission is $4 and anyone 55 and older is welcome. Refreshments will be served. Call (760) 435-5250.
Seniors can learn to ride the Breeze
OCEANSIDE -- The Oceanside Senior Center and North County Transit District will host a free one-day training trip aboard the Breeze bus, guided by an expert travel trainer, to University Town Center on May 2. This is an opportunity for seniors over age 60 to learn first hand how to use the local bus and Coaster system. The trip will depart from the senior center at 10 a.m. and return at 3 p.m. Maximum capacity for the trip is 45 people and is on a first-come, first-served basis. Deadline to sign up is April 27 or when capacity is reached. Call (760) 435-5250.
Barnes & Noble hosts poet laureate
OCEANSIDE -- Barnes & Noble will host California Poet Laureate Al Young for a reading and book signing at 4:30 p.m. April 22 at 2615 Vista Way.
Young also will give a poetry reading at 2 p.m. the same day along with award-winning poet Steve Kowit at the Carlsbad City Library's Ruby G. Schulman Auditorium at 1775 Dove Lane.
Admission to both readings is free and open to the public. Books will be available for sale and signing. Call the Carlsbad City Library at (760) 602-2012 or Barnes & Noble, (760) 529-0106.
Church to hold fashion show, luncheon
OCEANSIDE -- The Second Missionary Baptist Church Pastor's Aide Society will hold its annual Fashion Hat Show & Luncheon at 1 p.m. April 28 at 5301 Mare Road. There is no cost to attend. The event will feature a variety of spring and fall hats along with a selection of African attire. Call (760) 722-0689.
Women's guild holds fashion show, luncheon
OCEANSIDE -- The Church of St. Thomas More Women's Guild will sponsor its fifth annual spring fashion show and luncheon, titled "Fashion in Bloom," April 28 at Shadowridge Country Club, 1980 Gateway Drive in Vista. Fashions will be provided by Draper's & Damon's. There will be opportunity drawings and door prizes awarded throughout the luncheon. Tickets cost $35 and are sold after all Masses at the church at 1450 Melrose Drive in Oceanside.
Le Tip Oceanside meets
OCEANSIDE -- Le Tip Oceanside meets from 11:31 a.m. to 1:01 p.m. Tuesdays at El Camino Country Club, 3202 Vista Way. The group meets for networking, lunch and a presentation by one of its members and is presently seeking new business professionals for membership. Call (760) 754-5462.
Senior center holds bingo
OCEANSIDE -- Bingo is held from 1:30 to 4 p.m. Thursdays at the Oceanside Senior Center, 455 Country Club Lane. Proceeds benefit the Senior Nutrition Program. Call (760) 435-5285.
American Red Cross classes offered
VISTA -- The American Red Cross will offer the following classes at A.K. Martial Arts & Fitness Inc., 3295 Business Park Drive:
A.K. Martial Arts & Fitness Inc. has donated the use of its facility so the Red Cross can offer North County residents life-saving classes at a convenient location. To register, call (877) 454-7229. For a schedule of Red Cross classes offered in Vista and throughout the county, go to www.sdarc.org/classes.
Learn to write your life story
VISTA -- The free class, "Write Your Life Story," will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. Thursdays, April 26 through June 7, at the Gloria McClellan Senior Center, 1400 Vale Terrace Drive. Instructor is Arthur Lauren, a freelance journalist. There is a maximum of 25 students per class. To reserve a spot, call (760) 639-6162.
'Flicka' featured movie at senior center
VISTA -- "Flicka" will be the featured movie this month at 1:15 p.m. April 27 at the Gloria McClellan Senior Center, 1400 Vale Terrace Drive. Young Katie claims a wild horse as her own in an effort to prove to her father that she is capable of one day taking over the family ranch. The movie is free and refreshments will be served. Call (760) 726-1340, Ext. 1531.
Shadowridge Rotary inducts new member
VISTA -- Shadowridge Vista Rotary Club recently inducted new member Cliff Kaiser. Rotary is a volunteer organization with more than 32,000 clubs in more than 200 countries and geographical areas. The organization initiates humanitarian programs that address today's challenging issues, such as hunger, poverty and illiteracy.
Moonlight Angels to host luncheon
CAMP PENDLETON -- The Moonlight Angels Auxiliary will host its annual Spring Luncheon and musical celebration at 11 a.m. May 10 at the San Luis Rey Officers Club. "There's No Business Like Show Business" is the theme of the event. Actors from Moonlight Stage Productions will entertain with an array of songs. The luncheon will feature themed auctions, door prizes and a 50/50 drawing. Cost is $45 per person. Proceeds benefit the nonprofit Moonlight Cultural Foundation. Ticket deadline is May 4. Call (760) 439-1543.
Vista Alzheimer's Support group meets
VISTA -- The Vista Alzheimer's Support Group meets from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Thursdays at Arcadia Place, 1080 Arcadia Ave. The group is under the auspices of the Alzheimer's Association of San Diego. Meetings are free and informal. Call (760) 727-9089.
Mobile-home park holds bingo
VISTA -- Bingo is held at 2 p.m. Tuesdays at Vista Royalodge Mobilehome Park, 1010 E. Bobier Drive. Doors open at 1:15 p.m. Payout depends on attendance. Cost is $5 for a pack of 11 games. Call Bobbi at (760) 639-4353.
Tri-City Computer Club to meet
OCEANSIDE -- Tri-City Computer Club will meet from 1 to 3 p.m. April 24 at the Salvation Army, 3935 Lake Blvd. Patricia Stryker will present a program demonstrating some excellent free image viewers and organizers, some of which can be run from a flash drive without installing on the host computer. To reserve lunch, call (760) 631-8279 prior to 8:30 a.m. the day of the meeting. For more information, go to www.tricitycomputerclub.com.
Retired teachers to meet
CARLSBAD -- California Retired Teachers Association will meet at 11 a.m. April 26 at the Olympic Resort and Spa, 6111 El Camino Real. The menu is salmon; cost is $15. The program will be by Ballet Folklorico. For reservations, call (760) 757-3380.
Auxiliary holds Spring Social Luncheon
OCEANSIDE -- Tri-City Hospital Auxiliary will hold its Spring Social Luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 28 in the Assembly Rooms at Tri-City Medical Center, 4002 Vista Way. Cost is $15 and funds raised help support the auxiliary's scholarship fund as well as purchase needed equipment for the hospital. There will be entertainment by the singing group The Lakers, prizes, drawings and a delicious meal. Call (760) 940-3125.
Compulsive eaters meet
Compulsive Eaters Anonymous meets at the following times and locations:
Airplane demonstrations planned
FALLBROOK -- The Palomar RC Flyers model airplane club will show the public radio-controlled model airplanes with flying demonstrations as well as static displays of scale-model airplanes from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. April 22 at the Fallbrook Airpark. This is one of the activities taking place in connection with the Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce Avocado Festival. Shuttle buses will leave downtown Fallbrook frequently to transport the public to the Fallbrook Airpark for the radio-controlled model demonstrations. For more information, visit www.fallbrookca.org, call Curtis Kitteringham at (760) 746-5913, or contact Varley Longson at longson-at-hotmail.com.
Fallbrook Airpark plans open house
FALLBROOK -- Old things, new things and fun things will highlight the Fallbrook Airpark open house set for 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 22 as part of the activities related to the Avocado Festival taking place the same day. Admission and parking are free.
Vintage aircraft and a Model A car show are two of the old things visitors will see. The new sheriff's base and helicopter operation center will be open for tours. Fun things will include a realistic flight simulator, water drops from a firefighting helicopter, a U.S. Air Force flyover, an emergency medical display by Mercy Air and model aircraft air shows by the Palomar RC flyers. Federal Aviation Administration representatives will be on hand to answer questions.
The Friends of the Fallbrook Airpark will serve hamburgers, hot dogs and soft drinks. The airpark is located at 2155 S. Mission Road. Free shuttle bus service will be available between the airpark and the festival site downtown.
Walk and run club continue activities
FALLBROOK -- The Fun Walk and Run Club will gather at 7:30 a.m. April 21 in the parking lot behind the Fallbrook Library. Club President Hank Donigan advises Jean and Billy Lockett will host a breakfast at their home for all club members immediately after the Fun Walk/Run. RSVP to oldjean@adelphia.net and copy to hammerin77@yahoo.com.
There also is a fun walk and run at 6:30 a.m. April 22 starting from the Pala Mesa Resort parking lot, and there is a walk and run at 6 p.m. Wednesdays on the track meeting under the scoreboard on the west end of the Fallbrook High School Football Field and Track.
Other planned events this year will be the group's annual Beach Run, a De Luz Walk/Run and Family Picnic and a Sandia Creek Trail Walk/Run and barbecue. Dates will be announced.
Fallbrook First Baptist plans service
FALLBROOK -- Pastor Gary will continue his "Extreme Makeover: Personal Edition" series at the 9 a.m. April 22 service at Fallbrook First Baptist Church, followed by coffee, fellowship and Sunday School for all ages at 10:30. There are mid-week ministries for children, youth and adults including AWANA Club on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. Call the church office at (760) 728-7771 for more information. The church is located downtown at Pico and Hawthorne.
Reservations still available for library luncheon
FALLBROOK -- Reservations are still available for the Friends of the Library Community Read luncheon set for April 26 at Pala Mesa Resort. The 2007 selection is "My Life in France" by Julia Child and her grand-nephew Alex Prud'homme. Doors open at 11 a.m. There also will be a silent auction, an opportunity drawing and some special guests.
Prud'homme is this year's guest speaker. Besides the book he wrote with Child, he is author of "The Cell Game: Sam Waksal's Fast Money and False Promises," and "Fate of ImClone's Cancer Drug" that details the 2002 ImClone scandal, which implicated Martha Stewart, and "Forewarned: Why the Government Is Failing to Protect Us -- And What We Must Do to Protect Ourselves" with Michael Cherkasky, CEO, president and director at Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc.
Prud'homme's writing career also includes business profiles for BusinessMonth, coverage of national affairs at Time magazine, crime stories for People magazine, business book ghost writer, freelance writer for The New York Times and contributor to The New Yorker and Vanity Fair. He will be available to sign copies of the book following lunch.
Tickets are $30 and the deadline for reservations has been extended to today. Reservation forms are available at the library, the Bottom Shelf or call Peggy Kesterson at (760) 451-8686. Reservation forms and checks may be dropped off at the bookstore. Also, Carrie Repking from the Book Nook will be on hand for those who have not purchased the book or who want extra copies.
All proceeds from the luncheon will benefit the new library building fund.
Fallbrook wins March cribbage match
VISTA -- More than 35 cribbage players recently gathered at the Vista Elks Lodge for the monthly Senior Cribbage Challenge. When the pegs and boards were put away, the Fallbrook team had won again. Fallbrook won 71 games to Oceanside's 55.
The top player of the match was Eileen Haworth of Oceanside who won six games with two skunks. In second place was Fallbrook's Luella Brotherton who also had six wins but only one skunk. In third and fourth were Ted Tenenbaum, Fallbrook, and Nicki Newvine, Oceanside, who each had six wins without a skunk.
The next four places were Fallbrook peggers Eileen Barnes, Ed Wozniak, Obie Weeks and Tom Waterbury who each had five wins.
The $25 gift card donated by the Fallbrook Albertsons store was won by Frank Cardiff
The matches are held on the fourth Thursday of the month and consist of seven games. The next match will be held April 26 at the Vista Elks Lodge 1947 E Vista Way. Play begins at 12:30 p.m. Those who want lunch are welcome to come at 11:30 a.m.
It is not necessary to live in Oceanside or Fallbrook to play. For more information, contact Eileen Haworth at (760) 940-1475 or Obie Weeks at (760) 723-3660 or e-mail nccribbage@aol.com.
Blood drive scheduled
BONSALL -- The San Diego Bloodmobile will accept donations from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 23 at a blood drive hosted by UltraStar Cinemas at 5265 S. Mission Road. The bloodmobile will be parked in the parking lot.
The first 15 donors will receive two free movie passes. Donors 16 through 35 will receive one free movie pass.
Participants also will have the opportunity to join the blood bank's new Donor Difference Program, which includes access to an online store for donors and the ability to track cholesterol, pulse and blood pressure after each donation.
Anyone who is at least 17 years old, in good health and weighs at least 110 pounds may be eligible to donate blood. A good meal is recommended prior to donation. For information or an appointment, call (800) 4MY-SDBB.
Stamp club meets weekly
ENCINITAS -- The Encinitas Senior Center Stamp Club meets from 10 to 11:30 a.m. on the first Wednesday of the month at the Encinitas Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Drive. Learn how to mount and protect collections; the history of stamps; collecting for your grandkids and appraisals, auctions, sales and dealers. Call (760) 943-2250.
Rotary meets at Chart House
CARDIFF -- The Encinitas-La Costa Rotary Club meets at 12:15 p.m. Tuesdays at the Chart House, 2588 S. Coast Highway 101. Members provide a wide variety of service projects locally and internationally, ranging from granting scholarships locally, to painting at the Boys & Girls Club to traveling to Nicaraguan villages to donate dairy goats. The club also serves as the sponsor of the La Costa Canyon Interact Club. Information: (760) 944-1056 or go to http://www.elcrotary.org.
Project provides senior services
ENCINITAS -- Free senior services are available through Project CARE (Community Action To Reach The Elderly) at the center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Drive. These free services are offered as a safety net: Vial of Life, Gatekeeper, Postal Alert, Home Safety Check, You Are Not Alone and Are You OK. Call Gloria Aronson at (760) 943-2255.
Toastmasters meet weekly
ENCINITAS -- Encinitas Moonlighter's Toastmasters Club meets at noon Thursdays at Encinitas City Hall, 505 S. Vulcan Ave. Learn to speak in public without fear in a supportive and positive learning environment. Information: (760) 633-2793 or go to http://www.moonlighters.us.
Support offered for families
ENCINITAS -- Families Anonymous, a 12-step, self-help support program for parents, relatives and friends who are concerned about substance abuse of a loved one, meets at 6 p.m. Thursdays in the community room, San Diego National Bank, 131 N. El Camino Real.
Earth Day event at Torrey Pines reserve
DEL MAR -- Torrey Pines State Reserve will host its Earth Day event from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 21 in the North Beach parking lot, Carmel Valley Road, between Pacific Coast Highway and Interstate 5. The event will feature a fair with information concerning solar energy, recycling, drought resistant plants, water-saving and energy-saving ideas.
Fundraiser to benefit agency helping abused children
DEL MAR -- Chefs from 14 of the acclaimed San Diego restaurants will offer samples of their signature dishes at the fundraiser to benefit Casa de Amparo from 1 to 4 p.m. April 22 during the "Meet the Chefs of Del Mar" culinary event at the Hilton Del Mar, 15575 Jimmy Durante Blvd. Proceeds from the event will benefit Casa de Amparo, a nonprofit agency providing care for abandoned, abused and severely neglected children throughout San Diego County. The event will feature drawings, a silent auction, and live entertainment. Television weatherman/environmental reporter Loren Nancarrow will emcee. Call Cindy Snowder at (760) 754-5500 Ext. 28.
Chuch hosts art exhibit
CARLSBAD -- The North Coast Calvary Chapel will host its annual "Soli Deo Gloria" art exhibit from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. April 26-27 at the chapel, 7188 Avenida Encinas. The event will include music, poetry, fine arts and more. John Mark Reynolds will discuss "The Place of the Arts in a Post-Christian World" at 7 p.m. April 27. Call Chuck Butler at (760) 518-7699.
Learn to watercolor
SOLANA BEACH -- Instructor Rikki Reinholz will teach a one-day introductory watercolor class from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. May 12 at the Studio of Art & Design, 616 Stevens Ave. Suite C. Beginning exercises include using a limited palette and transparent watercolors. Students will leave with at least one completed painting. Materials provided. Cost is $90. Information: (858) 755-6202 or go to http://www.rikki-studio.com.
Tennis club hosts fundraiser
RANCHO SANTA FE -- The Rancho Santa Fe Tennis Club will host its first "Tennis Ball" fundraiser at 6 p.m. June 9, 5829 Via de la Cumbre, Rancho Santa Fe Tennis Club. The event will feature cocktails, a sit-down dinner prepared by the Inn at Rancho Santa Fe, valet parking, music and plenty of dancing. Cost is $150. Call (858) 756-4459 or Anna Waite at (858) 736-6070.
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 by 2 p.m. and end by 4:30 p.m. Service area is limited. Wednesday afternoons are reserved for grocery shopping at Stater Brothers. The first Thursday afternoon of the month transportation is provided to go to Wal-Mart or Trader Joe's. Also, Mondays through Fridays, seniors can enjoy lunch at the Carlsbad Senior Center. Transportation is provided. Call (760) 602-4650.
Learn to identify birds
CARLSBAD -- Visit Buena Vista Lagoon for a look at local birds with Buena Vista Audubon Society host Tom Troy at 8:30 a.m. the last Saturday of each month at Buena Vista Lagoon Landing. Learn to identify birds by sight and sound with added instruction in the use of binoculars and scopes. Call Tom Troy at (760) 967-6915.
Microchip your pet
CARLSBAD -- The county Department of Animal Services will offer microchips for dogs, cats, or rabbits from 1 to 3 p.m. Thursdays at the County Animal Shelter, 2481 Palomar Airport Road. Cost is $20 and includes national registration. Please bring dogs on a leash and cats or rabbits should be in a carrier. For those whose animal is unaltered, please ask about the $50 coupon. Call (760) 438-2312 or go to http://www.sddac.com.
Senior writers meet weekly
CARLSBAD -- Writers ages 55 and up meet from 9 to 11 a.m. Mondays at the Carlsbad Senior Center, 799 Pine Ave. Call (760) 602-4650.
Library shows 'Sophie's Choice'
CARLSBAD -- The Carlsbad City Library will host the screening of the film "Sophie's Choice" at 6 p.m. Aug. 25 in the library's Schulman Auditorium, 1775 Dove Lane. Call (760) 602-2012.
RE/MAX hosts bloodmobile
CARLSBAD -- The San Diego Blood Bank bloodmobile will accept blood donations from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 10 at RE/MAX By-the-Sea, 1265 Carlsbad Village Drive. 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 or go to http://www.sandiegobloodbank.org.
Horse trials begin today
RAMONA -- The Copper Meadows Horse Trials will be held today through April 22 at Copper Meadows Equestrian Center, 633 Montecito Way.
Horses and riders from throughout the area will compete for top honors in the equestrian sport known as eventing.
For information about the competition, call Carolyn Hoffos at (760) 788-7702. For information about the sport of eventing, go to http://www.useventing.com.
VFW to host blood drive
RAMONA -- Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3783 of Ramona will host an American Red Cross blood drive from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. April 21 in the post's parking lot, 2247 Kelly Ave.
Donors will receive an American Red Cross T-shirt and a free lunch provided by the VFW.
Appointments can be made by calling (760) 788-9709. Walk-ins also are welcome.
Mock train robberies planned
POWAY -- Mock train robberies of the Poway-Midland steam locomotive will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 21 and 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 22 at Old Poway Park, 14134 Midland Road, as part of year-long celebration of the train's centennial.
There also will be free demonstrations of the restored Rider-Ericsson hot-air engine and the turntable and other exhibits of railroad technology.
Cost for train rides is $2 for adults and 50 cents for children younger than 12.
Information: http://www.powaymidlandrr.org.
Street fair set for April 22
POWAY -- The Poway Chamber of Commerce will present its Country Home and Health Street Fair from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 22 on Midland Road between Poway and Hilleary roads.
The free event will feature arts and crafts, live entertainment, international foods, a kids zone and more.
Information: http://www.poway.com.
Blood drives scheduled
NORTH COUNTY -- San Diego Blood Bank blood drives are planned at the following locations.
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: (800) 4MY-SDBB, http://www.sandiegobloodbank.org.
RP Library to host programs
RANCHO PENASQUITOS -- The Rancho Penasquitos Library, 13330 Salmon River Road, will host these free programs. For information or to register, call (858) 538-8159.
Progressive Grandmothers group to meet
RANCHO BERNARDO -- The Progressive Grandmothers for Political Action will meet at 1 p.m. April 24 at the Remington Club, 16925 Hierba Drive.
The meeting will begin with a group discussion concerning current media issues and problems. Following the discussion, Bella Montgomery, a nurse practitioner and speaker for the California Nurses Association, will discuss Single Payer Health Care, both the national and state bills.
Call Vi Mooberry at (858) 233-7833.
Chamber music concert on tap
RANCHO BERNARDO -- The Friends of the Rancho Bernardo Library will present the Annarocele Quartet in a free chamber music concert at 6:30 p.m. April 25 in the second-floor Community Room at the library, 17110 Bernardo Center Drive.
The ensemble, comprised of a pianist, violinist, violist and cellist, will perform works by Mozart and Faure.
Information: (858) 592-0177.
Medicare seminar set for April 27
RANCHO BERNARDO -- Health insurance specialist Patty Ann Born will present a seminar on Medicare/HMOs and Part D of the prescription drug program from 9:30 to 11 a.m. April 27 at Rancho Bernardo Senior Services, 16769 Bernardo Center Drive, Suite K-14. Reservations are suggested. Call (858) 487-2640 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. weekdays.
Women's Fellowship to hold sale
LAKE SAN MARCOS -- The Women's Fellowship of the United Church of Lake San Marcos will sponsor a Spring Treasure Sale from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 21 in the Lake Pavilion, 1105 La Bonita Drive (next to The Quail restaurant).
The sale will feature silver, crystal, artwork, plants, books, CDs and other new or gently used "treasures," as well as an abundance of jewelry. Door-prize drawings will be held every hour. All proceeds will go to North County charities.
Book-signing event on tap
SAN MARCOS -- Author Faye Hollis-Moore will sign copies of her recently published book, "Parental Controls," from 2 to 4 p.m. April 21 at Sisters' Gift Shop, 576 E. Mission Road, Suite B. Information: (760) 736-3126 or http://www.myspace.com/sistersgiftshop.
SM Library to host programs
POWAY -- The San Marcos branch of the San Diego County Library, 2 Civic Center Drive, will host these programs celebrating Dia de los Ninos/Dia de los Libros. For information, call (760) 891-3000.
Retirement planning workshop offered
SAN MARCOS -- California Coast Credit Union will offer a free workshop on how to build a successful retirement plan from 6:30 to 8 p.m. April 25 at its San Marcos branch, 140 Knoll Road. For reservations, call (877) 495-1600 or go to http://www.calcoastcu.org and click on "Achieving Your Dream Retirement."
Support group for seniors offered
SAN MARCOS -- The San Marcos Senior Center offers a support group for seniors who suffer from depression or anxiety, have lost a loved one or just need understanding and support. The group meets from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Thursdays at the center, 111 W. Richmar Ave. Call (760) 744-5535.
Mt. Laguna volunteer training set
SAN DIEGO -- The Laguna Mountain Volunteer Association offers annual training for people interested in becoming LMVA members and volunteers for the U.S. Forest Service on Mt. Laguna. This year's training session will be held at 8 a.m. April 28 at the Red-Tailed Roost on Sunrise Highway, Mt. Laguna. Information: http://www.lmva.org or Al Bispo, (619) 622-9083.
Orosco Ridge cleanup event set
RAMONA -- The Cleveland National Forest, Palomar Ranger District, will host the Orosco Ridge Recreational Target Shooting Area Clean Up Day from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. April 28.
The Orosco Ridge Recreational Target Shooting Area encompasses approximately 500 acres along Orosco Ridge Road.
To volunteer, call Jose Cervantes or Susan Decker at Palomar Ranger Station at (760) 788-0250, Ext. 3344.
Vendors sought for festival
WYNOLA -- Vendors are being sought for the Wynola Summer Festival to be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 2 and 3 at Wynola Junction Antiques & Collectibles, 4326 Highway 78, three miles west of Julian. Cost for a 12-by-12-foot space is $35. Call Tracy at (760) 765-4758.
Officers wives host auction today
CAMP PENDLETON -- The Camp Pendleton Officers Wives Club will hold its Margaritaville Auction today at the South Mesa SNCO Club. Doors open at 5 p.m.; dinner starts at 6 p.m. with a live auction at 7. The event is open to all. Proceeds will provide for Community Enrichment Grants and Educational Scholarships for the Marine Corps and Navy families on Camp Pendleton. Tickets cost $30 and include dinner, drinks, dessert and 26 Chinese auction tickets. Information: http://www.camppendletonOWC.org or e-mail Andrea at alaq@comcast.net.
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