Southwest Riverside County Community News Briefs: Jet Engines topic of talk
By: The Californian - | ∞
RIVERSIDE -- The working of a jet engine will be highlighted Saturday at March Field Air Museum.
Beginning at 11 a.m. and running hourly until 2 p.m., visitors will learn about the history of jet engines, what makes them fly and experience a few take-offs within the museum boundaries.
Programming includes demonstrations and youth tours, story under the wing of a plane, and a make-it-yourself rocket.
Admission is $7 for age 12 and older, and $5 for age 5 to 12.
The museum is at the Van Buren Avenue offramp of Interstate 215. For information, call 697-6605.
Rotary clubs create program
MURRIETA -- Rotary clubs from Riverside and San Bernardino counties have taken the Rotary Youth Leadership Awards program for high school students and developed a program called PRYDE, which is designed to provide middle school students with the skills to navigate peer pressure, overcome adversity and tap into their talents.
The acronym stands for Personal Rotary Youth Development Experience, which addresses many of the issues that used to affect the high school age kids, but are now occurring in a younger age group.
Sponsored by Rotary Clubs from Murrieta, the Banning Pass area and Palm Springs, approximately 100 middle-schoolers were recently treated to a weekend at a mountain retreat in Idyllwild, where they were encouraged to take risks and come out of their shells.
For information, call Kim Nunn at 314-3285 visit online at www.rotary5330.org.
CLUB NEWS
Marine League to meet Saturday
MURRIETA -- Finances will be the topic when the Marine Corps League Murrieta-Temecula Detachment 1057 meets at 9 a.m. Saturday.
Ken Punjaba will talk about financial matters that could apply to club members.
The league is a veterans organization of the U.S. Marines and is composed of current and former Marines and Navy corpsmen with honorable service. All qualified Marines are encouraged to join. It meets the last Saturday of the month.
Don Krampe, founder of the post and former commandant, was recently honored by the Four Chaplains Memorial Foundation for his volunteer services on behalf of veterans.
The award dates back to 1943, when the USAT Dorchester was torpedoed by a German submarine and the chaplains aboard the ship gave up their life jackets to troops.
The meeting will be at Fire Station 75, 38900 Clinton Keith Road. For information, call 301-8778 or 698-6561.
Pancake breakfast to raise funds
QUAIL VALLEY -- The Quail Valley Volunteer Fire Department will sponsor a pancake breakfast from 8 a.m. to noon Sunday.
The breakfast will include pancakes, sausage, scrambled eggs, juice, milk and coffee. The cost is $4 for adults and $2 for children 12 and younger.
The money will go to the volunteer station, which covers Quail Valley and portions of Canyon Lake and Menifee.
The breakfast will be at the Fire Hall, 23980 La Bertha Lane. For information, call 244-5424.
Newcomers Club meets Monday
TEMECULA -- The Temecula Valley Newcomers Club will have a free coffee social for new and prospective members at 11 a.m. Monday.
The club offers activities such as bridge, mahjong, book club, dominoes and day trips.
For reservations and directions, call Jill at 678-4401.
'Old Salts' to meet
SUN CITY -- The "Old Salts" chapter of the Merchant Marine Veterans of World War II will meet at noon July 5 at Boston Billie's restaurant.
All Merchant Marine veterans and their spouses are invited to attend the luncheon and business meeting.
The club meets the first Thursday of every month at 26850 Cherry Hills Blvd. For information, call 924-4188.
GOP group host speakers
TEMECULA -- Rees Lloyd and Nathan Fletcher will speak when the Murrieta-Temecula Republican Assembly meets at 6 p.m. July 6 at Pat & Oscar's.
Lloyd, a vice commander with the American Legion, will talk about "Fighting the ACLU -- the Taliban of American Liberal Secularism." Lloyd wrote the American Legion resolution that led to the Public Expression of Religion Act, which is pending before Congress. These laws would end judges' authority to award attorney fees in cases brought to remove or destroy religious symbols. He is also a co-author of a resolution announcing the Veterans Memorial Project.
Fletcher, a veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom, will share "Stories from the Front Line: Iraq, Africa and the Global War on Terror."
Fletcher served as a counter-intelligence and human intelligence specialist in Iraq's Sunni Triangle and the Horn of Africa. He is also a Republican candidate from the 75th Assembly District in San Diego.
The meeting starts at 6 p.m. and the dinner program starts at 6:30. The cost is $15 for members, $20 for others and $10 for students younger than 25.
Pat & Oscar's is at 29375 Rancho California Road. For reservations or information, call Adele at 506-1999 or e-mail adelegaryh@msn.com.
Book discussion group to gather
TEMECULA -- The Temecula Library Book Discussion Group will meet from 1 to 3 p.m. July 9 at Temecula Public Library.
The book to be discussed is "Founding Mothers" by Cokie Roberts. Ellen Haro will be the hostess for the meeting.
Upcoming discussions will be on Amy Tan's writings Aug. 13, "I am Charlotte Simmons" on Sept. 10, "A Thousand Splendid Suns" on Oct. 8 and "The Alchemist" on Dec. 10.
The group, which meets the second Monday of the month, is sponsored by the Friends of the Library and the Temecula Valley chapter of the American Association of University Women.
The library is at 30600 Pauba Road. For information, call Jo-Ann Doran at 676-5736 or 302-5315.
WHAT'S HAPPENING
Temecula Valley Pageant is Sunday
MURRIETA -- The 16th annual Temecula Valley Pageant will begin at 10 a.m. Sunday at Mulligan's Family Fun Center.
The event is open to all ages. The 16 divisions range from babies to senior citizens. It is open to boys up age 13 and women of all ages. There is also a plus-size division. Winners advance to state competition.
Mulligan's is at 24950 Madison Ave. For entry information, call Barbara Ann at 677-2443.
Boat parade registration
LAKE ELSINORE -- Registration for Lake Elsinore's annual patriotic boat parade of lights is open until Monday.
The parade will begin at 8 p.m. July 4 and culminate with a fireworks display.
At least 50 percent of a vessel must be covered with lights to participate. The parade is limited to 30 boats. The entry fee is $5.
Awards will be given at the July 10 City Council meeting.
Entry forms are available at City Hall, 130 S. Main St., or online at www.lake-elsinore.org. For information, call 674-7730.
Church to host former baseball star
TEMECULA -- Former Major League baseball player Albie Pearson will speak at the annual Men's Grill Out at 4 p.m. July 8 at Hope Lutheran Church. The event is open to men and boys ages 9 and older.
Pearson, a Southern California native, was the American League Rookie of the Year in 1958 as a member of the Washington Senators. He later played with the Baltimore Orioles and Los Angeles Angels.
Tickets are $10 and must be purchased by Sunday. Proceeds support Pearson's work with at-risk youth.
Hope Lutheran Church is at 29141 Vallejo Ave. For tickets or information, call 676-6262.
Local teen honored by Kohl's
TEMECULA -- Temecula Valley High graduate Steven Ewing was among 1,400 youths nationwide for helping transform their communities through volunteerism in the seventh annual Kohl's Kids Who Care scholarship program.
Ewing, 18, is one of 122 youths from California who will receive $50 gift cards and certificates of recognition. The winners also qualify to receive a portion of more than $200,000 in scholarships Kohl's will award this summer.
Ewing was honored for organizing a drive to collect thousands of pairs of socks for troops overseas.
Store-level winners will compete for 170 regional scholarships worth $1,000 each. Regional winners will then compete for 10 national scholarships worth $5,000 each. In addition, Kohl's will contribute $1,000 to each national winner's nonprofit organization of choice.
Regional and national winners will be announced this month and next, respectively.
Members sought for Menifee panel
MENIFEE -- Riverside County 3rd District Supervisor Jeff Stone is seeking residents to serve on the Menifee Valley Municipal Advisory Council.
Advisory council members make recommendations to the supervisor on community issues such as public health, safety, welfare, public works and planning.
The five-member board meets monthly. Members are appointed and serve four-year terms.
For information, call Opal Hellweg at 301-5414 or 955-1030.
CLUB MEETINGS
SERVICE CLUBS
Kiwanis
Kiwanis Club of Temecula-Murrieta
TEMECULA -- The Kiwanis Club of Temecula-Murrieta meets at 7:15 a.m. each Wednesday at Presto's Gourmet restaurant, 30590 Rancho California Road, C303.
Information, Tony at 334-8972 or e-mail kiwanistemecula@yahoo.com.
Lions
Murrieta Lions Club
MURRIETA -- The Murrieta Lions Club meets at 7 p.m. the first and third Tuesday of the month at Chancellor Place, 24350 Jackson Ave.
Information, 698-5242.
Rotary
Rotary Club of Southwest California
TEMECULA -- The Rotary Club of Southwest California meets from 5:45 to 7 p.m. Tuesdays at Mazzaro's, 27644 Ynez Road, M11.
The cost, including dinner, is $20.
Information, Sandy Dodson at 676-8166.
Rotary Club of Temecula
TEMECULA -- The Rotary Club of Temecula meets at noon Wednesdays at Sizzler restaurant, 27717 Jefferson Ave.
Visitors are welcome, but they must RSVP with either membership committee chairman Chad Hensley at 377-2423 or attend as the guest of a Rotarian.
Rotary Club of Temecula Sunrise
TEMECULA -- The Rotary Club of Temecula Sunrise meets at 7 a.m. Tuesdays at Presto's Gourmet restaurant, 30590 Rancho California Road.
Visitors are welcome as guests of Rotarians. Information, 698-6116.
VETERANS GROUPS
American Legion
TEMECULA -- American Legion Post 852 meets at 6 p.m. the first Thursday of the month in the clubhouse of Heritage Village, 31130 S. General Kearny Road.
Information, 693-1058.
OTHERS
California Society of Tax Consultants
SUN CITY -- California Society of Tax Consultants invites enrolled agents, certified public agents and California registered tax preparers to its dinner meeting from 5:15 to 8:30 p.m. the first Wednesday of the month at Boston Billie's restaurant, 26850 Cherry Hills Blvd.
The cost is $20 for members and $25 for others. Educational credits are available. Information, Denise at 677-2847.
Christian Businessmen's Fellowship
The Temecula Christian Businessmen's Fellowship meets regularly throughout the year and also conducts jail services.
Information, 506-6495 or 676-0353.
English Club
TEMECULA -- The English Club, for English learners who want to practice with native speakers, meets from 7 to 9 p.m. Fridays at the Temecula Valley International Center.
There is no cost to attend. The center is at 28780 Single Oak Drive, Suite 210. Information, 693-9184 or email: info@csofe.com.
Gem of the Valley Art Association
MURRIETA -- The Gem of the Valley Art Association meets from 2 to 4 p.m. the first Monday of each month at Murrieta Senior Center, 41717 Juniper St.
Information, Pat, 696-8268.
Greek-American club
A Greek-American cultural club plans monthly dance marathons and family activities such as bus tours.
Information, 698-7176.
Piano Guild
WILDOMAR -- Local piano teachers seeking to improve their teaching skills and strategies are invited to join the Wildomar Piano Guild. The group meets at 7 p.m. the first Monday of the month to study piano technique, music history, theory, harmony and composition.
An annual May public recital put on by volunteer members will culminate the guild's activities.
Information and location, Victor Peiffer at 201-9383.
Stay at Home Moms of Murrieta
MURRIETA -- Stay at Home Moms of Murrieta is a group of mothers who share similar circumstances and seek friends for themselves and their children.
Activities include park days, field trips, play groups, a moms' night out and crafting groups.
Information, Tonya at 894-4389.
Temecula Swim Club
TEMECULA -- The Temecula Swim Club is open to swimmers from age 5 to adult. Practices are held weekday evenings at four Temecula locations, depending upon the time of year. Offerings range from a beginning stroke program to competitive ranks.
Tryouts are from 5 to 6 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at the Temecula Community Recreation Center.
Information, visit www.temeculaswimclub.com.
Temecula Valley Dachshund Club
TEMECULA -- The Temecula Valley Dachshund Club, a casual club for Doxies and their owners, meets from 2 to 4 p.m. the first and third Sunday of the month at the dog park at Redhawk Community Park, 44747 Redhawk Parkway.
Information, www.tvdoxieclub.com or e-mail TVDC@ncboa.net.
Temecula Valley Homebrewers Association
TEMECULA -- The Temecula Valley Homebrewers Association is dedicated to the science and art of home brewing, as well as occasional tasting parties.
The club is open to anyone interested in learning how to brew beer as well as seasoned brewers looking for people with similar interests. Information, Jim Fritz at 674-4249.
Toastmasters
MURRIETA -- The Temecula Toastmasters, a group that helps people improve their communication skills, meets from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. the first, second and third Tuesday of the month at the Murrieta Valley Unified School District office, 41870 McAlby Court.
Information, www.temeculatoastmasters.org.
TOPS
Yearly memberships cost $24, plus $4 monthly chapter dues. Information, 471-2443.
Note, some groups do not meet during the summer months. Please call in advance. To have your club or organization added to this list, send the name of your group, time and location of your meeting and contact information to Community News, 28765 Single Oak Drive, Suite 100, Temecula, CA 92590, or e-mail the details to community@californian.com.
Correction: SMART program times incorrect
An article on Sunday's Community News page listed the incorrect hours for Temecula's SMART program. The free drop-in recreation program for children 7 to 15, runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday at Crowne Hill, Harveston Community, Margarita Community, Pala Community, Patricia H. Birdsall and Temeku Hills parks.
We apologize.
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Marine League wrote on Jun 26, 2007 11:10 PM:Who is eliible-all marines are OK, but only a Navy Corpsmen may attend who must have honorabe service! So a Navy Corpsman can attend if he can prove honorable service-how condesending! It is time that the marines got there own medical people and stop relying on the Navy for everything.
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