North San Diego County Community News Briefs: Blue Star Mothers collects items for troops
By: North County Times | ∞
NORTH COUNTY -- The North County chapter of the Blue Star Mothers of America will accept donations for care packages to be sent to wounded soldiers in Iraq to encourage them as they begin their recovery, wait for new uniforms to arrive or are transferred to a new facility for further care. The care packages are sent three times a year.
The group collects new running shorts, T-shirts, flip-flops and monetary donations to help cover the expense of postage. For a complete list of suggested donations, go to http://sdncbluestarmothers.org. Also, notes of encouragement to the troops are always appreciated.
Group members will accept donations starting at 10 a.m. July 14 at the following locations.
In addition, the organization will host its Blue Star Ball and Fundraiser on Sept. 8 at the Escondido Country Club. Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are available. For information, go to the Web site or call Kathryn Hood at (760) 594-4853.
Fallbrook chamber plans golf tournament
FALLBROOK -- The Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce will have its 27th Avocado Open Golf Tournament Aug. 17 at the Fallbrook Golf Club at 2757 Gird Road. This year's event will have a beach party and barbecue theme.
Check-in time begins at 11:30 a.m., with a shotgun start and scramble event at 12:30 p.m. A putting contest takes place from 4:30 to 6 p.m.
The beach party with tri-tip and chicken barbecue begins at 6 p.m.
Entry fee is $89 per player, which includes shared cart and beach party barbecue; $55 per player without the barbecue. The cost for the beach party only is $49, and for those who are just coming to party and not playing golf or having barbecue, the cost is $15.
Deadline for reservations is Aug. 3. Mail to Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce, 233 E. Mission Road, Fallbrook, CA 92028.
For information, call (760) 728-5845.
Fallbrook Democrats to sponsor film showing
FALLBROOK -- The film classic "Dr. Strangelove" from 1964 will be shown at 2 p.m. July 14 as the second in the Fallbrook Democratic Club's Election 2008 Free Summer Film Festival.
This satirical comedy from producer/director Stanley Kubrick features a doomsday scenario and Cold War politics that leads to an accidental, inadvertent, pre-emptive nuclear attack. The famed actor Peter Sellers stars in three leading roles, along with George C. Scott, Sterling Hayden, Keenan Wynn, James Earl Jones and Slim Pickens in perhaps his most famous role.
The film festival, shown on the club's new high-definition projection system and complete with a popcorn wagon and beverages, is being offered as a community service by the Fallbrook Democratic Club, providing an opportunity for fellowship, fun and political discussion.
"The Milagro Beanfield War," a comedy of community activism directed by Robert Redford, is scheduled for Aug. 25. The film will be shown in the Fallbrook Public Utilities District at 990 E. Mission Road. For information visit www.fallbrookdemocraticclub.com, or contact Bob Hamilton at (760) 731-2195.
Joni Mitchell songs to be featured in concert
FALLBROOK -- Jazz vocalist Robin Adler, a Fallbrook resident since 1967, will perform a concert featuring songs of Joni Mitchell at 7:30 p.m. July 21 at the Hilltop Center 331 E. Elder St. Doors will open at 6:30.
In early 2006, Adler and her husband, multi-instrumentalist, music producer and guitar/drum teacher, Dave Blackburn, embarked on the project of learning Mitchell's music in all its complexities through all its epochs. They assembled the 'Joni band' comprised of Robin on lead vocals, Blackburn on guitar, Barnaby Finch on keyboard, San Diego drummer Duncan Moore and bassist Evan Stumpges, with background singers Peggy Watson and Brittney Doehring. They have created fresh arrangements of well-known Mitchell standards such as "Woodstock" and "Both Sides Now" and explored lesser-known songs from her later eras.
Tickets for the show are $15; $7 for youths ages 7 through 17. They are available at the door, Major Market and through wwwrobinadler.com.
Vacation Bible School planned
BONSALL -- Vacation Bible School 2007 at Riverview Church is preregistering children entering kindergarten through fifth grade this fall for Vacation Bible School, "Quest for Truth." The dates are 9 a.m. to noon July 16 through 20. Riverview Church is located in Bonsall at 4980 Sweetgrass Lane just east of River Village on Highway 76. Call (760) 941-1430 or visit www.refc.org.
Library accepts food for fines
ESCONDIDO -- The Escondido Public Library will assist a local food pantry, which typically runs low on supplies during the summer months.
As a public service, the library is accepting food donations in lieu of fines now through July 31 at the main library, 239 S. Kalmia St., and the East Valley Branch Library, 2245 E. Valley Parkway. The Food for Fines program will benefit Interfaith Community Services in Escondido.
Anyone who has accumulated fines on their library card can have his or her fines removed by bringing in a food item. The payment system works as follows: Each expensive item such as canned hams, powdered infant formula and diapers will count for up to $5 worth of fines and nonperishable items such as canned foods and dried pasta, beans or rice is worth $1 of fines. Items may be used to clear fines up to $10 per card.
Food items may only be used to clear fines and may not be used for lost or damaged materials or fees owed to the Escondido city attorney. For information, call (760) 839-4684 or visit the Web site at http://www.library.escondido.org.
Hospice to offer prayers and squares workshops
ESCONDIDO -- The Elizabeth Hospice Community Education Department offers interfaith workshops that combine the gift of prayer with the gift of a quilted square from 1 to 3:30 p.m. every second Friday of the month at the hospice administrative office, 150 W. Crest St.
The hospice will provide the materials, patterns and instructions. Bring your own shears. There is no cost. To register and for information, call (760) 737-2050.
Cougar Athletic Club breakfast slated
ESCONDIDO -- The Cougar Athletic Club will hold its quarterly breakfast July 14 at the Cocina del Charro restaurant, 525 N. Quince St.
The guest speaker will be former Escondido High School and University of San Diego basketball star, Brooks Barnhard, who heads Play Basketball Clinics in the North County as a professional instructor and coach. Barnhard's talk will center around his basketball career at Escondido High, USD and as a professional player in Europe.
Fellowship will begin at 8:30 a.m., with a buffet breakfast, priced at $11 per person, served at 9:15. Barnhard's talk will follow breakfast.
The club, which has 200 members on its mailing list, is open to former male and female EHS athletes, students, coaches, teachers, counselors, administrators and supporters. The organization was founded four years ago and it has increased in size from 50 to 200 members since 2004.
For information, call club secretary George Cordry at (760) 751-1750.
'Dolls and Toys We Played With' lecture on tap
ESCONDIDO -- The Southwind Doll Club will present a free lecture called "The Dolls and Toys We Played With" at 2 p.m. July 18 as part of the Escondido History Center's free monthly lecture series.
Attendees are invited to bring their old dolls for assistance with identification and tips on repair and maintenance. Come early or stay after the lecture to view the antique dolls on permanent display in the history center's Victorian Country Home.
The history center is in Grape Day Park at 321 N. Broadway. For information, call (760) 743-8207.
Senior Anglers to meet July 20
ESCONDIDO -- The Senior Anglers of Escondido will meet at 9:30 a.m. July 20 at the Joslyn Senior Center, 210 Park Ave.
Guest speakers Janice and Frank Mendenhall will give the group an overview of Lake Henshaw.
Information: (760) 723-3350, http://www.senioranglersofescondido.org.
Classes for seniors offered Tuesdays
ESCONDIDO -- Sharon Timko of Senior Independence Inc. presents "Everything Seniors Need to Know" classes at 1 p.m. Tuesdays at Aegis of Escondido, 3012 Bear Valley Parkway.
Topics include preventing identity theft and scams, information on Medicare and Medi-Cal, health care issues, ways to improve memory, veterans benefits and information, low-income assistance programs, community resources and time- and money-saving tips.
R.S.V.P. to (760) 735-8084.
Yacht Club to host Charity Regatta
OCEANSIDE -- The Oceanside Yacht Club will host the fifth annual Charity Regatta benefiting The Elizabeth Hospice on July 13 through 15 at the yacht club, 1950 Harbor Drive North.
The three-day event will begin with lido sailboat races at 4:30 p.m. July 13 followed by a celebration dinner at the yacht club. Sailboat racing will be held beginning at 11 a.m. July 14 and 15, closing with an award ceremony July 15. Also, all are welcome to enjoy live entertainment, a buffet dinner, raffle prizes and a silent auction at the After Race Party at 3 p.m. July 14 and 2 p.m. July 15.
In addition, community members will have the chance to "Get on Board." For a $100 donation, individuals can get an up close view of the race start and finish on the race committee boat, experience the races as a special crew member aboard a racing sailboat or simply relax and watch the racing from a luxury power boat.
Also, an In-The-Harbor Poker Run will be held beginning at 11 a.m. July 14 and 15. Cost to participate is $20.
Information: http://www.elizabethhospice.org; Oceanside Yacht Club, (760) 722-5751.
Astronomy expo set for July 14
SAN PASQUAL VALLEY -- Oceanside Photo & Telescope will host the third annual Southern California Astronomy Expo Seminar Symposium and Star Party on July 14 at the San Pasqual Battlefield State Historic Park, next to the San Diego Zoo's Wild Animal Park on Highway 78. Admission is free.
Speakers will discuss topics of interest to all ages and experience levels at the symposium from 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. A free barbecue dinner will take place at 7 p.m. Participants can star gaze through several telescopes from dusk until 11 p.m.
For a complete schedule of events, go to http://www.optcorp.com/scae.aspx.
History discussion set at library
ESCONDIDO -- California railroads will be the topic of a history discussion led by Jim Newcom, assisted by Marci and Ray Trussell, at 7 p.m. July 17 at the Escondido Public Library, 239 S. Kalmia St. The monthly discussions are hosted by the San Pasqual Battlefield Volunteer Association. For information, call Ron Hinrichs at (760) 746-8380.
EHS to hold 40-year reunion
ESCONDIDO -- The Escondido High School class of 1967 will hold its 40-year reunion Aug. 10, 11 and 12. For information, contact J'lene Settles Harrison at 503 E. Ninth Ave., Escondido, CA 92025; jlene@cox.net; or http://members.cox.net/euhs-1967.
OGHS 30-year reunion planned
ESCONDIDO -- The Orange Glen High School class of 1977 will hold its 30-year reunion Aug. 18 at the Vineyard in Escondido. For information, go to http://www.oghs1977.com, http://www.classmates.com or call (951) 303-8218.
Cancer group meets Mondays
ENCINITAS -- Caring Community -- Living With Cancer offers support group services to people in North County who are living with cancer from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Mondays at the Jewish Family Service in Encinitas, 285 N. El Camino Real, Suite 218. Call (619) 682-2663.
Historical society seeks volunteers
ENCINITAS -- The Encinitas Historical Society is seeking volunteers for Fridays and Saturdays at the 1883 Schoolhouse, Fourth and F streets. Volunteer service is for two or four hours in the afternoons. Volunteers will be trained and will receive local history material. Call (760) 753-5726.
Farmers market open Sundays
LEUCADIA -- The Leucadia Farmers Market is open for business from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sundays at Paul Ecke Central School, 185 Union St. More than 40 vendors will offer certified California-grown, farm-fresh fruits, vegetables and flowers as well as seafood, specialty foods, and original art and crafts. Proceeds from the farmers market help fund school programs at Paul Ecke Central School as well as help to support Leucadia 101 Main Street Association. Call (760) 436-2320 or visit the Web site at http://www.leucadia101.com.
Botanical gardens seeks volunteers
ENCINITAS -- Quail Botanical Gardens is seeking volunteers intrigued by nature and plants. Special volunteer opportunities are available for working in the children's Seeds of Wonder Garden, carpenter work, general office procedures, garden development and more. Call (760) 436-3036, Ext 203 or go to http://www.qbgardens.org.
College offers driver's ed classes
CARDIFF -- MiraCosta College will offer two driver education sessions this summer. Session I meets July 16 to July 19 in Room 303. Session II meets Aug. 6 to Aug.9 in Room 401. Both classes meet from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays on the San Elijo Campus, 3333 Manchester Ave.
MiraCosta College also offers convenient after-school, evening and weekend times for behind-the-wheel training. These classes meet at Carlsbad High School, El Camino High School, Rancho Buena Vista High School and at MiraCosta College's San Elijo and Oceanside campuses. Instructors are professional and reliable. Driver education is $88 and behind-the-wheel is $285. Cost for both is $345. Call (760) 795-6825 or (760) 795-6820.
Starbucks to host blood drive
ENCINITAS -- The San Diego Blood Bank will accept donations at the blood drive hosted by Starbucks Coffee from noon to 6 p.m. July 18 at 1040 N. El Camino Real. The bloodmobile will be parked in the parking lot.
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 prior to donation is recommended. Call (800) 4MY-SDBB or go to http://www.sandiegobloodbank.org.
Art, music on the lawn
RANCHO SANTA FE -- Join the Rancho Santa Fe Art Guild and the Peter Pupping guitar quartet for "Art and Music on the Lawn," an evening concert on the lawn of the Inn at Rancho Santa Fe from 5 to 7 p.m. July 29 at 5951 Linea del Cielo. Cost is $10 for adults and $5 for children. Call (858) 759-3545.
Food addicts meet Mondays
CARLSBAD -- Food Addicts Anonymous meet at 11 a.m. Mondays in Room 4 at St. Michael's Church, 2775 Carlsbad Blvd. The group treats sugar, flour and wheat as substances that can be abused like alcohol or other drugs and uses a 12-step recovery program to change the way participants act, think and feel about food. Call (760) 433-0886 or go tohttp://www.foodaddictsanonymous.org.
Teen grief group meets
CARLSBAD -- Hospice of the North Coast will offer a grief group for teens, ages 13 and up, who have lost a family member or friend from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Mondays at hospice offices, 5541 Avenida Encinas, Suite A. Call Sarah Minas at (760) 431-4100, Ext. 118.
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.
Bird watchers meet monthly
CARLSBAD -- Host Tom Troy will help you identify birds by sight and sound, with added instruction in the use of binoculars and scopes, at 8:30 a.m. the last Saturday of each month at the Buena Vista Lagoon Landing. Birders of all skill levels are invited to spend a Saturday morning at beautiful Buena Vista Lagoon for a closer look at our local birds and some interesting winter visitors. Presented by the Buena Vista Audubon Society. Call (760) 967-6915.
Dietary planning offered for seniors
CARLSBAD -- Tri-City Medical Center dieticians will provide individual nutritional planning from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. on the first and third Thursdays in the Conference Room at the Carlsbad Senior Center, 799 Pine Ave. Call (760) 602-4650.
Senior center hosts bingo
CARLSBAD -- The Carlsbad Senior Center hosts games of bingo from 12:30 to 4 p.m. Tuesdays at the center, 799 Pine Ave. Bingo game packets stop selling at 1 p.m. Sponsored by the Carlsbad Senior Citizens Association. Call (760) 602-4650.
Democratic club to meet today
ENCINITAS -- Rancho North Coastal Democratic Club will meet today at the Clubhouse, Encinitas Senior Terrace Apartments, 454 Requeza St. Look for the blue balloons. Social house starts at 6:30 p.m. with the program at 7 p.m. John Lee Evans, 50th Congressional District candidate, will speak, followed by Linda Poniktera of Psephos, a nonprofit organization dedicated to restoring national and local election integrity.
Dog adoption event planned
RANCHO BERNARDO -- The Foundation for the Care of Indigent Animals, a nonprofit pet rescue organization specializing in small dogs, will hold a dog adoption event from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. July 14 at Kahoots Animals and Supplies, 11965 Bernardo Plaza Drive. For information, call (619) 466-0426.
Cat and kitten adoption fair set
CARMEL MOUNTAIN RANCH -- The Rescue House, a nonprofit organization dedicated to finding loving and caring homes for unwanted, abandoned or abused cats, will hold a cat and kitten adoption fair from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 14 at Petco, 11160 Rancho Carmel Drive. The store's phone number is (858) 451-8347.
The Rescue House has nine adoption centers throughout San Diego County. For information or to donate time or money to the organization, call (760) 591-1211, Ext. 1, or go to http://www.rescuehouse.org.
Library offers reading program for kids
RANCHO PENASQUITOS -- The Rancho Penasquitos Library will host its "Reading Is for the Dogs" program at 6:30 p.m. July 16.
Geared toward students in grades one through six, the monthly program utilizes certified therapy dogs from Love on a Leash to encourage children to read. Children and dogs bond together over a shared story.
The Rancho Penasquitos Library is at 13330 Salmon River Road. For information and to register for the program, call (858) 538-8159.
For information about Love on a Leash, go to http://www.loveonaleash.org.
Free reiki workshop offered
POWAY -- The Elizabeth Hospice Community Education Department will offer a free two-session reiki workshop July 17 and 24 at The Elizabeth Hospice Foundation and Center for Compassionate Care, 15706 Pomerado Road, Suite S207. Reiki promotes healing and stress reduction through relaxation. To register, call The Elizabeth Hospice at (760) 796-3757.
Services offered for seniors
RANCHO BERNARDO -- The following free services will be offered at Rancho Bernardo Senior Services, 16769 Bernardo Center Drive, Suite K-14.
Office hours are from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays. Call (858) 487-2640.
Arts and crafts classes offered
POWAY -- Stamping Details, 14009 Midland Road, will offer these arts and crafts classes. For information or to register, call (858) 513-8024 or go to http://www.stampingdetails.com.
Chamber Music Society offers concert subscription
POWAY -- The Chamber Music Society of North County is offering a five-concert subscription series for 2007-08. The concerts will be held at 2:30 p.m. Sundays at Lutheran Church of the Incarnation, 16889 Espola Road. The first concert will be held Oct. 7.
Groups performing will include piano duo Macfarlane and Wayshner, the Felici Trio, cellist R. Biryukov and pianist Mary Au, the California Quartet and the Verbunkos Trio.
Cost for the series is $100. For information, call Charlene Barber at (858) 673-9906.
Golf tourney to benefit Boys & Girls Club
RAMONA -- The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego, Ramona branch, will hold its 17th annual golf tournament on Sept. 13 at the San Vicente Resort.
Levels of participation include event sponsor, $5,000; premier sponsor, $2,500; corporate sponsor, $1,350; tee sponsor with golf, $400; tee sponsor without golf, $250; and golfer, $200.
For information, call Lori Woosley at (760) 789-8203. To download an application, go to http://www.sdyouth.org.
Volunteers sought to give seniors a lift
NORTH COUNTY -- Rides and Smiles is seeking volunteers in the Rancho Bernardo, Poway and Rancho Penasquitos areas to drive senior neighbors to medical appointments or to the store. Volunteers receive a weekly list of ride requests and can pick which rides, if any, to give. Liability insurance and mileage reimbursement are provided. Call (858) 391-0033.
SM Library to host teen programs
SAN MARCOS -- The San Marcos branch of the San Diego County Library will host these programs for teens.
For information, call (760) 891-3000.
Senior center to hold dance
SAN MARCOS -- The San Marcos Senior Center, 111 W. Richmar Ave., will hold a ballroom dance from 2 to 4 p.m. July 19. Seniors can dance to the tunes of Billy Harper and the Hot Shots. Refreshments will be served. The dance is sponsored by Atria. For information, call (760) 744-5535.
VFW hosts Sunday breakfasts
SAN MARCOS -- Veterans of Foreign Wars San Marcos Memorial Post 3795 and its Ladies' and Men's auxiliaries serve breakfast from 9 a.m. to noon Sundays at the post, 212 W. Mission Road. Donation is $5 for adults.
Money raised will help the VFW post remain open and continue to assist local veterans and the community.
For information, call (760) 744-3795. Large parties are encouraged to call for reservations.
Classes offered on eBay
RANCHO BERNARDO -- Escondido-based eBay education specialist Jim Orr teaches classes on buying and selling on eBay. Classes are held at National University, 16875 W. Bernardo Drive, Suite 150, unless otherwise noted. The following classes are available:
For information or to register, go to http://www.ohouseonline.com or call (760) 580-2204.
Teams sought for Memory Walk
SAN DIEGO -- The Alzheimer's Association San Diego/Imperial Chapter will hold its Memory Walk '07 Weekend on Oct. 27 and 28 at Balboa Park and Cal State San Marcos. Teams are needed to participate. Registration is free and can be completed online at http://www.sanalz.org. For a team captain packet, call (800) 272-3900.
Democratic club to meet today
ENCINITAS -- Rancho North Coastal Democratic Club will meet today at the Clubhouse, Encinitas Senior Terrace Apartments, 454 Requeza St. Look for the blue balloons. Social house starts at 6:30 p.m. with the program at 7. John Lee Evans, 50th Congressional District candidate, will speak, followed by Linda Poniktera of Psephos, a nonprofit organization dedicated to restoring national and local election integrity.
Senior center to hold ballroom dance
OCEANSIDE -- The Oceanside Senior Center will hold a ballroom dance featuring music by a disc jockey from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. July 11 at 455 Country Club Lane. Admission is $3 and anyone 55 and older is welcome. Call (760) 435-5250.
LIFE at MiraCosta to meet
OCEANSIDE -- LIFE at MiraCosta, a lifelong learning group, will meet at 1 p.m. July 13 in Room 1068 of the Administration Building at MiraCosta College, 1 Barnard Drive. Christine Vaughan, public relations officer for North County Interfaith Communities, will show the diverse programs and services provided to better the lives of neighbors in need.
At 2:30 p.m., MiraCosta English instructor John Kirwan will give a slide presentation of his 1,000 kilometer adventures following the Don Quixote journey of Cervantes' famous novel. Call (760) 721-8124.
OMA to hold museum ball
OCEANSIDE -- The Oceanside Museum of Art will hold its annual museum ball, "Paradise Tonight!" at 6 p.m. July 28. The evening begins with a champagne reception at the museum at 6 p.m., followed by hosted cocktails and hors d'oeuvres at the Civic Center Plaza and dinner and dancing. The black-tie event supports museum programs. A highlight of the event is the presentation of OMA's Medal of Distinction to honor those who have made a significant contribution to the success of the museum. This year's honorees are Jean Burns and John and Mary Steiger.
Tickets are $175 per person. Call (760) 721-2787.
Church to hold Vacation Bible School
OCEANSIDE -- First Presbyterian Church of Oceanside will hold Vacation Bible School from 1 to 4 p.m. Aug. 6 to 10 at 2001 El Camino Real. Go to http://www.fpcoceanside.org.
OMA members travel to Texas
OCEANSIDE -- The Oceanside Museum of Art will sponsor a five-day trip to Dallas/Fort Worth beginning Nov. 8. The tour includes visits to the Dallas Museum of Art, the Modern Art Center of Fort Worth, Fort Worth Cultural Center, Amon Carter Museum, Kimbell Art Museum, National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame, and the Nasher Sculpture Center. Participants will enjoy elegant dinners at Maison Restaurant, Turtle Creek in Dallas and the Lonesome Dove Restaurant in the historic Stockyard in Fort Worth. Cost begins at $2,046 double occupancy. Travelers must be members of OMA. Reservation deadline is Aug. 1. Call (877) 810-5002. For OMA membership information, call (760) 721-2787.
Oceanside Sunset Market to open
OCEANSIDE -- The newest Oceanside tradition, The Oceanside Sunset Market, will begin from 5 to 9 p.m. Aug. 2. Four city blocks will be closed, on Pier View Way from Coast Highway to Cleveland Street, and on Tremont Street from Mission Avenue to Civic Center Drive. The market will feature more than 130 certified farmers and nurserymen, hot and cold foods, crafts and artisans, a kids interactive area and five entertainment venues.
Anyone interested in volunteering, having a booth or performing can call Lisa Hamel at (760) 754-4512.
Vista senior to hold dance
VISTA -- The Gloria McClellan Senior Center will hold a dance featuring music by Billy Harper from 2 to 4 p.m. July 15 at 1400 Vale Terrace Drive. Cost is $4. Call (760) 639-6160.
Alzheimer's support group to meet
VISTA -- The Vista Alzheimer's Support Group will meet from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. July 19 at Arcadia Place, 1080 Arcadia Ave. The speaker will be Dr. Daniel Sewell, director of the UC San Diego Senior Behavioral Health Program, who is board certified in Geriatric Psychiatry. Call (760) 727-9089.
Gentle yoga offered at library
VISTA -- The Vista Library will continue its Food for Thought series with Gentle Yoga by Yoga Vista at 11 a.m. July 19 at 700 Eucalyptus Ave. Lunch will follow and feature Napa Valley chicken salad. Lunch is a $3 donation for those 60 and older and $5 for all others. To reserve lunch, call (760) 726-1340, Ext. 1531.
Bluegrass and Ice Cream Social on tap
VISTA -- The Friends of Rancho Buena Vista Adobe will hold the fourth annual Bluegrass and Ice Cream Social from 4 to 6:30 p.m. July 22 at the adobe, 651 E. Vista Way. Sponsored by San Diego National Bank, the event will feature the group Lighthouse. Tickets are $10 and include one ice-cream sundae or root beer float. Tickets are available at the adobe gift shop, by calling (760) 724-2110 or at the door. Call (760) 639-6164.
Civil War Re-enactment upcoming
VISTA -- The Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum will host a Civil War Re-enactment from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 14 and 15 at 2040 N. Santa Fe Ave. Hundreds of uniformed combatants from the north and south will clash in raging battle scenes, recreated by some of the largest re-enactment groups in California. A full-scale camp of historians, entertainers, food vendors and merchants also will be there. Admission is $10 adults; seniors 62 and older, $8; children 5 to 11, $5; children younger than 5 and active-duty military with ID are free. Parking is $2. Call (760) 941-1791.
Christmas in July set for July 14, 15
OCEANSIDE -- Old Mission Montessori School will hold its 30th annual artisan fair, "Christmas in July" from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 14 and 15 at 4070 Mission Ave., adjacent to Mission San Luis Rey. More than 175 booths will feature unique, hand-made gifts of artisans from as far away as Utah, a farmers market and the popular Sister Gladys rummage sale. A live auction will take place at 2 p.m. July 15 and there will be a Kids Zone featuring old fashioned carnival games with prizes, entertainment and a large food court. The event is free, however, a $2 parking donation is appreciated. Call (760) 757-3232.
Tri-City Computer Club to meet
OCEANSIDE -- The Tri-City Computer Club will meet from 1 to 3 p.m. July 17 at the Salvation Army Community Center, 3935 Lake Blvd. The program will be on digital photography, using examples from The Digital Photo Guy CD's. Learn Lee Otsubo's favorite tricks published on some new products from his Web site.
Before the meeting, attendees can have lunch at the facility by reserving to (760) 631-8279 before 8:30 a.m. the day of the meeting. Go to http://www.tricitycomputerclub.com.
Fundraiser supports winter shelter
VISTA -- Operation Hope will sponsor a summer benefit fundraiser at 8 p.m. July 17 at the Moonlight Amphitheatre, 1200 Vale Terrace Drive. Proceeds from a special preview night of the musical comedy, "Me and My Girl," will help support Operation Hope's temporary winter shelter for homeless families in Vista. Performance tickets for open seating are $15; orchestra seating and dinner on the patio, $30. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets will be available at the gate or by calling (760) 724-2100.
Operation Homefront seeks donations
Operation Homefront, with support from the community, would like to ensure that 2,500 military children are prepared for the 2007-08 school year.
The nonprofit organization is collecting school supplies to fill backpacks of deserving kids. Items needed include spiral notebooks, pens, pencils, markers, crayons, notebook paper, notebooks, rulers, colored pencils, calculators, erasers and anything else to get a child ready for a new school year.
Monetary donations of $25 will purchase a backpack and all the trimmings for one military child and can be mailed to Operation Homefront, P.O. Box 26747, San Diego, CA 92196. Write "Back to School" in the memo line of the check.
School supplies can be dropped off at any San Diego County Saturn dealership. Call Tricia De La Paz at (858) 695-6810 or e-mail tricia@operationhomefront.net.
People in a photo in the July 6 edition of Community News were incorrectly identified. Jeanette Stevens was on the left and George Francis was on the right. We apologize.
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