North San Diego County Community New Briefs: Grandmothers Club to host fashion show

By: North County Times | Monday, August 27, 2007 9:10 PM PDT ∞

ESCONDIDO -- The Escondido Grandmothers Club will host its first "Smart Shoppers" fashion show at noon Sept. 6 at the Joslyn Senior Center, 210 Park Ave. Fashions and decor will be furnished by Target in Escondido.

Join the group for refreshments, a drawing and prizes. Fashions will be modeled by grandmothers, including 99-year-old Anna, and one of the escorts will be a Tony Bennett look-alike. Music will be provided by Diane Talenski on piano.

Suggested donation is $2. Information: Fern, (760) 432-0399; Regina, (760) 745-5719.

Festival of Gems planned

FALLBROOK -- The Fallbrook Gem and Mineral Society will celebrate its 50th anniversary with a Festival of Gems from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 7 at its museum at 123 W. Alvarado St.

Activities and features will include gold panning, geode cracking, a silent auction, gemstone identification, a Kiwanis food booth, gems, minerals and fossils, raffle prizes and museum exhibits.

There will be free parking and free admission. (760) 728-1180, www.fgms.org.

Healthy ladies program planned

FALLBROOK -- Temecula Valley Bank will hosting the free Healthy Woman Ladies Night Out event from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Aug. 30 at 11:39 Mission Road. Featured presentations include "How to Manage Your Money for Good Health and Wealth" by Barbara Weldon, vice president-financial mortgage consultant with Temecula Valley Bank; and "Top Ten Family Health Tips" by Dr. Brian Tyson, Graybill Medical Group and member of Fallbrook Hospital medical staff. This event includes social and networking opportunities, food and door prizes. Reservations: (760) 731-8432; www.fallbrookhospital.com

Houses sought for home tour

FALLBROOK -- The Fallbrook Woman's Club is seeking homes for inclusion in its fifth annual Velvet Cat Home Tour slated for October, with an exact date to be announced. This is one of the club's major fundraisers, and past tours have included some of Fallbrook's most prestigious homes. (760) 728-3866.

Investment club meets monthly

FALLBROOK -- The Fallbrook Investment Club meets at 4 p.m. the second Monday of the month at the Fallbrook Public Utility District building, 990 E. Mission Road. (760) 723-0480.

Rotarians gear up for Lobster on the Green

FALLBROOK -- The Rotary Club of Fallbrook's fifth annual Lobster on the Green will take place Sept. 13 at the Grand Tradition, featuring all-you-can-eat fresh lobster flown in from Maine and steak.

Doors open at 5 p.m. and dinner is at 6:30 p.m. The evening includes entertainment and a silent and live auction and a raffle. Tickets are $75 per person. Tables of four are $300; tables of eight, $600. (760) 510-0805.

Funding period announced

FALLBROOK -- Rally for Children, a nonprofit organization supporting programs and projects for the benefit of local children, has announced its annual funding period. The deadline to apply is Sept. 30, with funding decisions to be made in November. Be specific as to how funds will help children. For questions and applications, call Kathy Gausepohl at (760) 723-4238. Details will be announced at Rally for Children's annual fundraiser, Casino Royale '007, taking place Oct. 13 at Vista Valley Country Club.

New members are welcome. Meetings are held the fourth Tuesday of the month beginning in September. (760) 723-4623.

'Woodies Night' set at Cruisin' Grand

ESCONDIDO -- "Woodies Night" will take place from 6 to 9 p.m. Aug. 31 during Cruisin' Grand, along Grand Avenue. Also, the Imagination retail store, which is celebrating 25 years in business and is a Cruisin' Grand sponsor, will award seven trophies to the best Woodie cars and trucks. The San Diego Woodie Club will be featured.

In addition to prizes and giveaways, Imagination will have live entertainment by Carl Bell, who will perfrom music from the '50s and '60s in front of the store, 135 E. Grand Ave.

Information: Imagination owner David Buckley, (760) 419-6900.

American Legion Auxiliary to host breakfast

ESCONDIDO -- The American Legion Auxiliary Unit 149 will host its First Sunday of the Month breakfast from 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. Sept. 2 at the Veterans Memorial Building, 230 Park Ave.

The menu will be eggs cooked to order, hash browns, ham, biscuits, fruit, juice and coffee for a $5 donation. Proceeds will benefit the auxiliary's programs. The group meets at 7 p.m. the first Thursday of the month at the same location. Information: Irene Gustafson, (760) 741-1813.

Services for seniors offered

ESCONDIDO -- The Senior Service Council will offer these services for seniors in the Dorothy E. Boeger Building, 728 N. Broadway, in the Joslyn Senior Center complex. Information: (760) 480-0611.

A two-part AARP "55 Alive" safe driving class will be offered from 8 a.m. to noon Sept. 4 and 11. Make $10 checks payable to AARP. Seniors who complete the course will receive a certificate entitling them to a three-year discount on auto insurance. Preregistration is required.

Dr. Randy Jungman, a local dentist, will hold a dental screening from 8:15 to 9:15 a.m. Sept. 5. Call for an appointment.

Legal counseling, including advice on living trusts, wills and durable power of attorney for health decisions, and personal finance and tax advice is given from 9 to 11 a.m. Wednesdays. Also, a notary public is available. Call for an appointment.

YMCA offers Adventure Guides program

ESCONDIDO -- The Palomar Family YMCA offers the Adventures Guides program for youths ages 5 through 13 and their parents. Participants can experience camping in the mountains and beach, bowling, roller skating and a Padres game.

Orientation and registration for will take place at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 6 in the Teen Center at the YMCA, 1050 N. Broadway. Information: Dean Pracht, coordinator, (760) 745-7490, Ext. 291; dpracht@ymca.org.

Nice & Easy Jazz band to play

ESCONDIDO -- Escondido Public Library's First Thursday Concert series will feature the Nice & Easy Jazz Band at 7 p.m. Sept. 6 in the library's Turrentine Room, 239 S. Kalmia St.

The program will feature different styles ranging from the standard Dixieland format to early jazz and a hit parade of swing tunes.

The free concert is made possible by the Friends of the Escondido Public Library.

Information: (760) 839-4601, http://www.escondido.org/library.

Deer Springs Fire Safe Council meeting slated

DEER SPRINGS -- The Deer Springs Fire Safe Council will conduct an open meeting at 10 a.m. Sept. 8 at Fire Station 1, 8905 Circle R Drive, north of Escondido. All residents of the fire district are invited to attend, especially those in the West Lilac and Castle Creek areas. Information: (760) 751-1111.

Artists sought to decorate banners

ESCONDIDO -- The Grape Day Festival and Parade committees are looking for local artists to decorate banners that will be featured in the Grape Day festivities Sept. 8.

The Escondido Historical Society is providing canvas and instructions for the banners; artists provide paint and/or other decorating media. Certificates will be awarded to all banner participants and every participant will be entered into a drawing to win $100. The theme of the banners should relate to Grape Day, Escondido's heritage or this year's whimsical parade theme, "The Grape Days of Classic Television."

The parade will begin at 9:30 a.m. Sept. 8 and proceed down Grand Avenue. The festival will take place from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. the same day at Grape Day Park.

Canvas and instructions are available from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays at the Escondido Historical Society office in Grape Day Park or from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays at the Escondido Artists Gallery, 121 W. Grand Ave. Information: (760) 743-8207, barker@escondidohistory.org.

GriefShare workshop session to begin

ESCONDIDO -- GriefShare, a nationally recognized, nondenominational group featuring biblical teaching on grief and recovery topics, will launch its fall workshop series in September at Emmanuel Faith Community Church, 639 E. Felicita Ave.

GriefShare is a weekly seminar and support group for people grieving the death of someone close. Participants can come and be around people who understand how they feel and can relate to the pain of their loss. Attendees can learn valuable information and make new friends to help them through this difficult time.

The fall workshop series will kick off with a special program from 9 a.m. to noon Sept. 8 at Emmanuel Faith. Speaker Chip Whitman, a licensed professional counselor and director of Grief Care Inc. will present "The Journey -- Navigating the Currents of Loss." Suggested donation is $5 to $10.

The workshop portion of GriefShare, which features video presentations and support-discussion groups, will be offered from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesdays, Sept. 11 through Nov. 20. Suggested donation is $25.

Information: Cherryl Early, (760) 781-2108, congcare@efcc.org.

OGHS Alumni Barbecue set for Sept. 21

ESCONDIDO -- The first Orange Glen High School Alumni Barbecue will take place from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Sept. 21 in the high school gymnasium, 2200 Glenridge Road. Speakers will include alumna and Escondido Mayor Lori Holt Pfeiler, as well as OGHS Principal Diego Ochoa and others.

Admission of $50 includes dinner, raffle tickets and admission to the homecoming football game, which will follow the barbecue. Information: Dennis Tomlinson, tomlinsonescondido@cox.net, (760) 740-0619. The event is sponsored by the Orange Glen High School Patriot Foundation and proceeds will go to pay for educational needs.

Chula Vista day trip set for seniors

ESCONDIDO -- The Joslyn Senior Center Travel Office is offering an Oct. 11 day trip to the Olympic Training Center and Chula Vista Nature Center, both in Chula Vista. See Olympic athletes in training and enjoy lunch at Chula Vista's waterfront restaurant, the Southbay Fish & Grill.

After lunch, visit the nature center on the Sweetwater Marsh National Wildlife Refuge for an up-close view of endangered green sea turtles, hawks, shorebirds, sharks, stingrays, jellyfish and more. Cost is $61. Reservations are due Sept. 20.

To make reservations, stop by the office at the senior center, 210 Park Ave., or call (760) 745-5414.

Longtime medical center chaplain retiring

ESCONDIDO -- Chaplain Bill Hard is retiring after 20 years of service at Palomar Medical Center. An open house reception will be held in his honor from 10 a.m. to noon Aug. 29 in the Graybill Auditorium at the medical center, 555 E. Valley Parkway.

LIFE at MiraCosta to meet

OCEANSIDE -- LIFE at MiraCosta, a lifelong learning group, will not meet Aug. 31 because of Labor Day weekend. For future meeting information, call Tillie at (760) 721-8124.

Adoption information session set

OCEANSIDE -- Family Connections Christian Adoptions will present a free information session on adoption from 6 to 8 p.m. Sept. 4 and from 9 to 11 a.m. Sept. 8 at 2191 El Camino Real, Suite 202. Information: call (760) 966-0531 or go to http://www.fcadoptions.org.

DAR to visit Marron Adobe

OCEANSIDE -- The Santa Margarita chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, will meet at 9:30 a.m. Sept. 8. The meeting will be a field trip to the Marron Adobe in Oceanside, which is still occupied by a direct descendant of the Marrons. There will be a business meeting following a continental breakfast and then Shelly Hayes Caron will conduct a tour and relay family stories of the days of Pio Pico, the mission fathers and the local American Indians.

The DAR is open to any female, 18 or older, who has a direct line ancestor who participated in some way in the patriots' fight for independence in the Revolutionary War. dpinckney@san.rr.com.

Folk-pop group, Blame Sally, to perform

OCEANSIDE -- The Oceanside Public Library and the Friends of the Oceanside Public Library will present the acclaimed folk-pop group Blame Sally at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 8 at the Star Theatre, 402 N. Coast Highway. Tickets are $15 for all ages and available at the Civic Center and Mission Branch library check-out desks. Doors open at 7 p.m. and seating is open. This is the first concert for the Fall 2007 World Music Series. (760) 435-5560.

American GI Forum holds Mariachi concert fundraiser

OCEANSIDE -- The American GI Forum Oceanside chapter will sponsor a Mariachi concert scholarship fundraiser from 6 to 9 p.m. Sept. 15 at Martin Luther King Middle School, 1290 Ivey Ranch Road. Proceeds will benefit high school students in the Advancement Via Individual Determination program. The concert, with support from San Diego Gas & Electric Co., will feature dinner and a performance by Mariachi Chula Vista. Tickets for dinner and reserved seating cost $25. Make checks payable to AGIF and send to 1233 Langford St., Oceanside, CA 92058; or call Pete Magana at (760) 757-6276, Johnny Lozano at (760) 724-1890, John Herrera at (760) 724-2508, Manny Astorga at (760) 721-1579 or Rod Sandoval at (760) 630-5198.

Diabetes Support group meets

OCEANSIDE -- The Tri-City Medical Center Diabetes Support Group meets the first Thursday of each month from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the hospital at 4002 Vista Way. For meeting room location, call (760) 724-8411.

Pageant accepting contestants

OCEANSIDE -- Contestants are still being accepted for the 2007 Oceanside Harbor Days Pageant, to be held in conjunction with the annual Oceanside Harbor Days Celebration. Girls ages 1 to 19 are eligible to enter in six age categories. Deadline to enter is Aug. 31. (760) 434-3397.

Arcadia Place holds luau fundraiser

VISTA -- Arcadia Place will host a Back-to-School Fundraiser Luau from noon to 2 p.m. Aug. 30 at 1080 Arcadia Ave. The event is to gather school supplies and backpacks to be donated to local underprivileged children. The community is invited to the luau and for a donation of school supplies or backpack, guests will receive a luau dinner with pork, chicken, teriyaki burgers, fruit, salad bar, refreshments and dessert. There also will be live Hawaiian music and a Hawaiian dress-up contest. To make a reservation, call (760) 945-5555.

Library to host writers' workshop

CARDIFF -- Metropolitan Writing Works will offer "Awakening Your Muse: A Creativity Workshop for Writers" from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. Sept. 29 at the Cardiff-by-the-Sea Public Library, 2081 Newcastle Ave. Cost is $65 before Labor Day; $75 after. Pre-registration is required. (760) 208-1913; http://www.metrowriting.com.

Center needs volunteers

RANCHO SANTA FE -- The Helen Woodward Animal Center will hold the orientation session for volunteers ages 14 and older from 9 a.m. to noon Oct. 6 at the center, 6461 El Apajo Road. (858) 756-4117, Ext. 305; ritas@animalcenter.org.

Women's Resource Center to hold fundraiser

CARLSBAD -- The Women's Resource Center's 27th annual Magical Evening will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. Sept. 7 at the home of Bebe and Rusty Grosse in Carlsbad. This year's event, "Rock and Roll is Here to Stay," will feature samplings of a wide variety of foods, wines and micro-brews. There will be a silent auction and music from the 1950s. Tickets are $50 in advance, $60 at the door. For silent auction donations, contact Ellen Stotmeister at (760) 754-2227. For tickets and more information, call Marva Bledsoe at (760) 757-3500.

Hospice seeks volunteers

CARLSBAD --- Hospice of the North Coast ,5441 Avenida Encinas, Suite A, is seeking volunteers to serve in several capacities. Each one helps this nonprofit organization to provide medical, emotional, physical and spiritual support to patients and families who are going through the most difficult of times. The Hospice Re-Sale Shop is looking for volunteers to sort, display and cashier at their Encinitas store. Opportunities are available for patient care volunteers, Hospice Auxiliary members who work on special events to raise funds for hospice, people to help with the October Golf Tournament, and office assistance. (760) 431-4100; http://hnc@hospicenorthcoast.org.

Caregivers group offers support

CARLSBAD -- Hospice of the North Coast offers a Caregivers Support Group for all caregivers of the seriously ill in our community. The group meets from 9:30 to 11 a.m. the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at the hospice, 5441 Avenida Encinitas, Suite A. (760) 431-4100.

Chamber hosts business expo

CARLSBAD -- The Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce will host the 17th Annual Carlsbad Business Expo from noon to 6 p.m. Sept. 19 in the Westfield Plaza Camino Real parking lot, 2525 El Camino Real. Business professionals can mix and mingle at the annual Sundowner from 5 to 7 p.m. Connect with business people, meet new customers, and entertain existing clients while enjoying food and drinks. Call (760) 931-8400; Imanemann@carlsbad.org.

Group takes day trip to used bookstores

CARLSBAD -- Book Tales will hold its First Used Bookstore Crawl and Bus Tour visiting Independent book stores, as well as intriguing and eccentric used book stores from Carlsbad to downtown San Diego, from 9:30 a.m. to approximately 4:30 p.m. Sept.19. Cost is $36.50, and includes lunch. Reservations are required. (760) 436-7892; http://www.encinitasbooktales.com.

Volunteers needed to clean beaches

SAN DIEGO -- San Diego Coastkeeper and I Love A Clean San Diego will host the 23rd Annual California Coastal Cleanup Day from 9 a.m. to noon Sept. 15.Volunteer at one of 60 plus sites around the county for the biggest volunteer event in San Diego County and play a role in keeping ocean, coastlines and waterways clean and free of debris. http://www.cleanupday.org.

Support group for military officers

SOLANA BEACH -- The support group for active-duty and retired military officers experiencing PTSD, depression and anxiety meets from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursdays at Solana Beach Presbyterian Church, 225 Stevens Ave.

Psychotherapist Martin Landau-North, also Board Certified in Traumatic Stress, will facilitate the group once a month. The group is designed to help members achieve recovery through mutual support as well as provide updated information about causes and treatment, eliminating myths about anxiety disorders and depression. Spouses are welcome. (619) 823-6139; traumaticstressgroup@yahoo.com.

Recycle used printer cartridges

RANCHO SANTA FE -- The public is encouraged to recycle used printer cartridges through the Helen Woodward Animal Centers "Cartridges for Critters" program. Drop the empties and take a moment to meet the center's 'recycled' dogs and cats while at the center, 6461 El Apajo Road. (858) 756-4117, Ext. 379.

Families sought for small dogs

DEL MAR -- The Foundation for the Care of Indigent Animals, a nonprofit pet rescue organization specializing in small dogs, will hold its dog adoption event from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Sept. 4 at Petco, 2749 Via de la Valle. (619) 466-0426.

'Late start' creative writing class offered

CARDIFF -- Writer Karen Kenyon will lead the late-start three unit "Creative Writing" (ENGL 820) class, transferable to California State University and University of California schools, from noon to 3:15 p.m. Tuesdays, Sept. 4 through Dec. 11 at MiraCosta's San Elijo campus, 3333 Manchester Ave. Students will have the opportunity to practice and develop creative writing skills, emphasizing poetry and narrative prose fiction through a study of creative form and content. The class will also include a field trip to the Old Globe. Cost is $20 per unit for California residents. (760) 795-6620.

Walk on the historical side

ENCINITAS -- The Encinitas Historical Society will host the downtown walk through the historic district of old Encinitas from 10:30 a.m. to noon Sept. 8 starting at the 1883 Schoolhouse at F and Fourth streets. (760) 753-5726.

Master the art of composting

ENCINITAS -- The five-week Master Composter Certification Course, sponsored by the City of Encinitas and hosted by the Solana Center for Environmental Innovation, will be offered from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Mondays, Sept. 10 through Oct. 8 at Quail Botanical Gardens, 230 Quail Gardens Dr. Learn how to turn weeds, leaves, grass clippings, fruit and vegetable peels and various other organic materials into a rich soil amendment. Becoming a Certified Master Composter requires 12.5 hours of classroom instruction followed by 30 hours of volunteer work for the Solana Center for Environmental Innovation. Free, materials fee of $30 is required. No experience in composting or gardening required. Registration is required. (760) 436-7986, Ext. 217.

Backyard composting workshops offered

ENCINITAS -- Backyard Composting: Do-It-Yourself Workshops will be offered by experienced Master Composters from the Solana Center for Environmental Innovation from 10 a.m. to noon Sept. 22; 10 a.m. to noon Oct. 13; and 1 to 3 p.m. Nov. 3 at the Quail Botanical Gardens, 230 Quail Gardens Dr. In addition, the class will be repeated from 1 to 3 p.m. Oct. 27 at Yoga Swami, 912 S. Coast Highway 101. Attendees will learn how to create nutrient-rich garden soil, save water, and lighten the load at the landfill by recycling kitchen scraps and garden debris. Registration required. (760) 436-7986, Ext. 225.

CAMP PENDLETON -- The Camp Pendleton Young Marines will hold training for all youths ages 8 to 18 beginning Sept. 8 at the Corporals Course Building 21441, Camp Del Mar, Camp Pendleton.

The Young Marines is a youth education and service program for boys and girls that promotes the mental, moral and physical development of its members. The program focuses on character building, leadership and promotes a healthy, drug-free lifestyle. The Young Marines is the focal point for the U.S. Marine Corps' youth Drug Demand Reduction efforts. (760) 415-5540.

Gallery to offer life drawing classes

SOLANA BEACH -- The Studio of Art and Design will host the open workshop "Life Drawing in Studio with Clothed Models" from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 10 and Sept. 24 and Oct. 8 at the studio, 616 Stevens Ave., Suite C. Fee is $40 for the series, $15 per class registered in advance, $20 at the door. (858) 755-6202; http://www.rikki-studio.com.

Gallery to host exhibit

SOLANA BEACH -- The exhibition of oil and acrylic works on canvas will be on view from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays through Sept. 15 at The Studio of Art and Design, 616 Stevens Ave, Suite C. (858) 755-6202.

Reducing stress is the topic

CARMEL MOUNTAIN RANCH -- The San Diego North Rotary Club will meet at 7 a.m. Aug. 30 at the Doubletree Golf Resort, 14455 Penasquitos Drive. Susie Silvestri, author of "Live a Stress-less Life -- Now!," will speak on "10 Ways to Reduce Stress in Your Life." Reservations are not required. Information: Eric Pahlke, (858) 869-5304; http://www.sandiegonorthrotary.org.

Art exhibit to mark RB's birthday

RANCHO BERNARDO -- To celebrate the 45th birthday of Rancho Bernardo, members of the Rancho Bernardo Art Association will mount an exhibition of paintings reflecting the landscape and activities of the region at Pacific Trust Bank, 16536 Bernardo Center Drive. The show will be on view during business hours from Aug. 30 through Sept. 30.

New teen book club to meet Sept. 5

4S RANCH -- The 4S Ranch branch of the San Diego County Library will offer a new teen book club called "Teen Reads" for students in grades six through 12. The club will meet from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. the first Wednesday of the month beginning Sept. 5 at the library, 10433 Reserve Drive. Signups recommended. Call the library at (858) 673-4697.

Ballroom dance class for teens offered

RANCHO BERNARDO -- A six-week ballroom dance class for teens will be offered from 6 to 7 p.m. Thursdays starting Sept. 6 at the Rancho Bernardo Joslyn Center, 18402 Bernardo Drive.

Cost is $60 for the entire session. Teens can register before the start of the first class at 5:30 p.m. or by calling the center at (858) 487-9324.

Brandeis University group to meet

RANCHO BERNARDO -- The Brandeis University National Women's Committee, Rancho Bernardo chapter, will hold its first meeting of the season at 1:30 p.m. Sept. 19 at the Oaks North Community Center, 12578 Oaks North Drive.

Fall fashions will be modeled by members, showcasing clothing and accessories from Chico's of Carmel Mountain. Petite sandwiches will be served. Cost is $10. Reservations: Enid, (858) 487-7343.

Square dance classes offered

RANCHO PENASQUITOS -- Beginning square dance classes sponsored by the Wranglers Square Dance Club will be open to new dancers Sept. 19 and 26. No experience is necessary, attire is casual and anyone age 12 or older is welcome. Families, couples, singles and groups are invited to join the fun.

Classes will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesdays at Rolling Hills Elementary School, 15255 Penasquitos Drive. The Sept. 19 class is free; cost thereafter is $32 per person per eight weeks of classes (or $4 per class).

For information or to enroll, call Alan or Laurie at (858) 487-1181 or e-mail 1redcr-v@sbcglobal.net.

Continuing Education Center plans open house

RANCHO BERNARDO -- The Continuing Education Center at Rancho Bernardo will hold a free open house from 3 to 5 p.m. Sept. 5 at the Remington Club Phase II, 16916 Hierba Drive.

The event will feature music by the Esprit Quartet, refreshments and the opportunity to register for membership, lectures and cultural events. R.S.V.P by Sept. 1.

The CEC is a private, nonprofit volunteer organization that offers college-level, noncredit enrichment lectures on a variety of subjects. In addition to the academic program, the CEC offers free evening forums and lectures as a service to the community, field trips to points of interest and tickets and bus service to special evens such as operas and concerts. Classes will resume Sept. 11.

CEC members and guests are invited to attend a performance of "Hamlet" on Sept. 21 at the Old Globe Theater. Cost of $65 ($60 for members) includes tickets and bus transportation.

Information and reservations: (858) 486-0464, http://www.cecrb.org.

Volunteers needed to visit seniors

NORTH COUNTY -- The Friendly Visitors program is seeking volunteers to visit seniors in the Rancho Bernardo and Poway areas. Call Sandie Dewane at (858) 487-9324, Ext. 4.

Pomerado Hospital seeks volunteers

POWAY -- Pomerado Hospital is seeking volunteers to help in the convalescent center, drive the parking-lot shuttle, transport patients in wheelchairs, work in the gift shop, attend to families of patients in surgery, staff reception desks and other interesting assignments. Call (858) 613-4659.

Decorative wall finishes class offered

SAN MARCOS -- Local artist Brenda Salazar will teach a two-part class in Old World Tuscan plaster and decorative wall finishes and flourishes Sept. 1 at her studio, Art a la Carte Design Studio, 1195-D Linda Vista Drive. Session 1 will be held from 9 a.m. to noon and session 2 from 1 to 4 p.m. Cost is $59 per session. To register, call Salazar at (760) 505-2056. For information, go to http://www.brendasalazar.com.

Kids can learn etiquette at workshop

SAN MARCOS -- The city will offer a two-part etiquette workshop for boys and girls ages 6 to 12 from 9 a.m. to noon Sept. 8 and 15.

In this fun and interactive workshop, kids will role play and practice proper etiquette -- from elegantly eating a sub, taco or cheeseburger or gracefully drinking from a bottle at a picnic to feeling at ease at a banquet.

Cost is $25 per student, with discounts for siblings. To register, call Lillian Godone-Maresca at (760) 233-8870.

Discover San Marcos hike planned

SAN MARCOS -- The city's Community Services Department will offer the first in a series of fall Discover San Marcos hikes from 9 a.m. to noon Sept. 1.

Participants can hike or bike the new road and trail access at South Twin Oaks Valley Road before the road officially opens. The moderately difficult route is approximately four miles in length and includes a 500-foot elevation change.

Park along Twin Oaks Valley Road near the Village Drive intersection. Reservations are not required; sign-in at the meeting location.

Information: (760) 744-9000, Ext. 3535 or 3508; http://www.san-marcos.net.

DAR chapter to meet Sept. 8

OCEANSIDE -- The Santa Margarita chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, will meet at 9:30 a.m. Sept. 8.

The meeting will be a field trip to the Marron Adobe in Oceanside, which is still occupied by a direct descendant of the Marrons. There will be a business meeting following a continental breakfast. Shelly Hayes Caron then will conduct a tour and talk about family stories of the days of Pio Pico, the Mission fathers and the local American Indians.

The DAR is open to any female age 18 or older who has a direct line ancestor who participated in some way in the patriots' fight for independence in the Revolutionary War.

Information: dpinckney@san.rr.com.

Barbecue to benefit volunteer fire department

PALOMAR MOUNTAIN -- The Palomar Mountain Volunteer Fire Department will hold its 30th annual Labor Day BBQ Fundraiser from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept. 1 at the Palomar Mountain Fire Station.

The event will include a barbecue, activities for kids, craft and vendor booths, rides on a 1929 fire truck, raffles, a beer garden and helicopter rides.

The Palomar Mountain Fire Station is near the intersection of Highway S-6 and S-7. From Interstate 15, take Highway 76 east to S-6 and follow the signs.