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North San Diego County Community News Briefs: Geena Davis to hold celebrity auction
By: North County Times | ∞
CARLSBAD -- Geena Davis, Academy Award-winner, Golden Globe winner and Emmy nominee, will host a celebrity luncheon and auction at 11 a.m. Sept. 27 at the Four Seasons Resort Aviara.
The celebrity auction items will include dresses that Davis and Sharon Stone wore in films, designer purses, clothing, jewelry, artwork and trips to Hawaii.
Tickets are $75. Proceeds will go to Davis' nonprofit organization called SJ Los Angeles, which works to ensure that parents, TV and film executives and creators and the general public recognize the need for gender balance and varied portrayals in kids' entertainment.
For tickets, go to http://www.seejane.kintera.org/store.
NARFE chapter to meet Sept. 27
ESCONDIDO -- Palomar Chapter 455 of the National Active and Retired Federal Employees will meet at 1 p.m. Sept. 27 in the auditorium of the Joslyn Senior Center, 210 E. Park Ave.
Melissa Green, veterans advantage coordinator for the Health Care Group, will speak on the availability of supplemental health care services and long-term care for veterans and/or their surviving spouses.
Refreshments will be served after the meeting.
Take a hike at Daley Ranch
ESCONDIDO -- Free, guided nature hikes are offered at Daley Ranch.
All trails include steep and/or slippery sections. Bring at least a quart of water and wear a hat, sunscreen and hiking boots or treaded footwear. Youths younger than 18 must be with an adult. No pets are allowed.
The hike schedule and trail map are online at http://www.ci.escondido.ca.us.
Reservations are requested. Call (760) 839-4680. A shuttle with handicapped accessibility runs Sundays.
Free health fair planned
VALLEY CENTER -- In celebration of Latino Health Awareness Month, the Network for a Healthy California, Latino Campaign San Diego Region, will host a free health fair from noon to 4 p.m. Sept. 30 at St. Stephen Catholic Church, 31020 Cole Grade Road.
The event will include free health screenings, nutrition education and resources, food demonstrations and prizes.
Information: Karemi Alvarez, (619) 681-0684 or kalvarez@ucsd.edu.
Stroke, osteoporosis screenings offered
ESCONDIDO -- Life Line Screening will offer stroke and osteoporosis screenings Oct. 1 at Hidden Valley Christian Church, 1300 S. Juniper St. Appointments will begin at 9 a.m.
Screenings are fast and painless. Cost for a wellness package of four screenings is $129.
Appointments and information: (800) 697-9721 or http://www.lifelinescreening.com.
Writing, test-taking classes offered
ESCONDIDO -- The SPARKS Literacy Center, 332 S. Juniper St., Suite 200, will offer these classes. Information: (760) 737-6117.
Youth basketball league offered
ESCONDIDO -- The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego will begin another season of boys and girls basketball in December.
The league is offered for youths in kindergarten through fifth grade. Signups will begin in October. Cost is $85, which includes membership, jersey, pictures and trophy. On Oct. 13, the Mitchell branch in Escondido will offer early signups and a free clinic lead by local high school coaches. Information: (760) 746-3315.
Drawing to benefit Artists Gallery
ESCONDIDO -- The Artists Gallery will hold an opportunity drawing featuring three original paintings donated by award-winning artists Joe Garcia, Alicia Sotherland and Marge Gray.
The drawing coincides with "Festival Escondido" and will be held at 8 p.m Oct. 13 at the gallery, 121 W Grand Ave. Tickets are on sale at the gallery for $3 each and will be available until the evening of the drawing. Winners need not be present. All proceeds will go to the Artists Gallery, an all-volunteer co-op gallery.
For information and tickets, call the gallery at (760) 489-0338 or go to http://www.escondidoartists.org.
Church hosts Saturday concerts
ESCONDIDO -- Community Reform Church presents Saturday Backyard concerts featuring local artists from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Saturdays in the amphitheater at the church, 777 W. Felicita Ave. Admission is free; refreshments available. Information: http://www.escondidobackyard.com or (760) 746-1322.
Gourd art class offered
ESCONDIDO -- The Baiamonte Gourd Farm will offer a gourd art class from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 13. Participants can learn how to properly select, handle and clean gourds; mark and cut intricate details; clean the inside of the gourd; strengthen weak walls; and seal and apply a lasting finish.
Classes are limited to small groups in order to ensure one-on-one instruction. Fee of $40 includes a cleaning kit and a gourd that participants take home as a finished piece of art. Reserve to (760) 741-3736. Gift certificates are available.
Local artist's works on display
ESCONDIDO -- The Blue Mug Coffee Shop, 122 S. Kalmia, provides a venue for local artists to show their work. The featured artist for September is Lucinda Milks, who specializes in western art and portraits.
After a lengthy career in public education, Milks has returned to art full time. During the 1980s, her work was shown at Frame World Gallery on Grand Avenue. For the past 25 years, her artistic focus has been western art, particularly American-Indian portraits. She mainly works in pastel.
For information, call the artist at (760) 743-7940.
LIFE at MiraCosta to meet
OCEANSIDE -- LIFE at MiraCosta, a lifelong learning group, will meet at 1 p.m. Sept. 28 in Room 1068 at MiraCosta College, 1 Barnard Drive. The end-of-the-quarter social gathering will feature Rodgers and Hammerstein's "State Fair." The original 1945 all-star cast of Jeanne Crain, Dana Andrews and Viviane Blane are featured. Call (760) 721-8124.
Friends of library to hold book sale
OCEANSIDE -- The Friends of the Oceanside Public Library will hold a book sale fundraiser from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 29 behind the Civic Center Library at 602 Civic Center Drive. Categories include literature, fiction, nonfiction, foreign language, biographies, history, law, children's textbooks and more. Items begin at $1 for hardcover books; paperbacks are 25 cents each or five for $1. Collectible books and reference sets are priced individually.
Members of the Friends of the Oceanside Public Library can shop early from 9 to 10 a.m. Membership is $10 per person or $25 for families and applications will be available at the sale. Call (760) 435-5560.
St. Mary's to hold annual Luau
OCEANSIDE -- St. Mary, Star of the Sea School will hold its seventh annual Luau from 3 to 8 p.m. Oct. 6 at the school, 515 Wisconsin Ave. Admission includes a live dance show, music and an authentic Hawaiian dinner. Entertainment will be by Varua Tahiti e Semisi and Fula Bula. Dinner menu includes Kalua pig, chicken long rice, teriyaki beef, rice, macaroni salad, fruit, dessert and punch. Adult tickets are $15. Children's tickets for ages 12 and younger are $5 and include teriyaki beef, rice, fruit, dessert and punch. Ticket orders are due by Oct. 1. No tickets will be sold at the door. Raffle tickets for prizes will be sold at the event. Information/tickets: (760) 433-9409 or (760) 435-2045.
Proposals sought for market management
VISTA -- The city of Vista has issued a request for proposals for management and marketing of a farmers market. Information is posted on the city's Web site under the parks and community services department. Proposal packages will be accepted until 4 p.m. on Oct. 8.
The city seeks to secure and retain a qualified market manager/operator to successfully operate the market at or above the current service level. The candidate must be either a certified producer or a nonprofit organization. Successful candidates shall be expected to comply with California Code of Regulations, Title III, Division 3, Chapter 1 Subchapter 4, Article 6.5, a copy of which is available online.
The market is currently held in the Vista City Hall parking lot from 7:45 to 11 a.m. Saturdays. In late spring 2008, the market will relocate to a new location yet to be determined. Call (760) 726-1340, Ext. 1303.
Vista Pony/Colt baseball seeks sponsors
VISTA -- Vista Pony/Colt baseball is an all-volunteer nonprofit corporation dedicated to providing a healthy outlet for the youths of the community to grow into productive citizens.ÝThis program needs the generous financial support of sponsors to continue the job of helping form these boys and girls into community's leaders of the future. Various levels of sponsorship are outlined on the Web site athttp://www.leaguelineup.com/vistapony. Click on the Handouts link. Information: (760) 518-2222; vistapony@pacbell.net.
Event to focus on global poverty
ENCINITAS -- Dr. Ulrich Duchrow, professor at Heidelberg University in Germany, will speak on "Releasing the Grip of the Global Debt Economy" at 1 p.m. Oct. 7 at The Grauer School, 1500 S. El Camino Real. Jubilee USA Network and Jubilee Economics Ministries are joining with the Center for Global Awareness in Encinitas to sponsor this event, which will be preceded by a luncheon.
Duchrow represents Kairos Europa, a group that advocates new approaches to deal with the injustices of poverty in the global community. The environment and the effects of globalization are among their concerns. Committed to a Biblical critique as shown in the message of the Jewish prophets and the Gospel of Jesus, Duchrow will outline new ways to see today's issues that result in poverty, underdevelopment and the instability that results in global terrorism.
Lunch reservations are requested by e-mailing jemsandiego@yahoo.com or calling (619) 5288075. A lunch donation of $10 will be accepted at the door.
Animal center seeks staff
RANCHO SANTA FE --- Several part-time and full-time positions are open for staff at Helen Woodward Animal Center, 6461 El Apajo Road. Employees must be at least 18 years of age. Call (858) 756-4117, Ext. 352; http://www.animalcenter.org.
MS support group meets at library
CARDIFF -- The National Multiple Sclerosis Society Women's Support Group will meet from 6 to 7:30 p.m. every third Wednesday of the month in the Cardiff Library's community room, 2081 Newcastle Ave. Call (760) 753-4027.
Pet food donations sought for senior pet owners
RANCHO SANTA FE -- The Helen Woodward Animal Center's AniMeals program is seeking donations of pet food for pets of homebound elderly and disabled people. Donations can be dropped off at the center, 6461 El Apajo Road, or in the AniMeals bin at selected San Diego County PETCO and Ralphs stores. Information: (858) 756-4117, Ext. 341; http://www.animalcenter.org.
Class celebrates 35th high school reunion
CARDIFF -- The San Dieguito High School Class of 1972 will hold its 35th Reunion Party at 6 p.m. Sept. 29 at Besta Wan Pizza House, 148 Aberdeen Drive. Cost is $31 in advance (payable thru PayPal); $35 at the door. Information: (760) 436-2085, http://www.gresham.com/classof72, http://www.callcharlotte.com.
Gallery to offer life drawing class
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. Oct. 8 at the studio, 616 Stevens Ave., Suite C. Cost is $15 in advance, $20 at the door. Call (858) 755-6202; http://www.rikki-studio.com.
Cancer survivors create scrapbooks
CARMEL VALLEY -- Join cancer survivors, their friends, caretakers and family members for "Scrapbooking with Elena" from 4 to 8 p.m. Oct. 11 at a private residence in Carmel Valley, 4542 Shorepointe Way. The event will feature "make it and take its" with Elena from Scrapbook Royalty on hand to facilitate a variety of projects. Munchies and beverages will be provided. Reservations required by Oct. 5. E-mail maryam@cancercopingcenter.com.
Gourds workshop offered
SOLANA BEACH -- A one-day workshop in Gourd Decorating/Woodburning will be offered from noon to 5 p.m. Oct. 13 at San Dieguito Adult Education, 715 Valley Ave. Students will learn how to clean/prepare gourds, how to use a woodburning tool, plus basketry on the rim and embellishment. Designs for woodburning provided for anyone who feels they can't draw. Everyone goes home with a completed, decorated gourd. Cost is $35, plus $15 materials. Pre-registration required. Information: (760) 753-7073, http://www.sdadulted.com, http://www.nadinespier.com.
Cooking with the Candyman class set
ENCINITAS -- The Encinitas Senior Center will host the cooking class "Cooking with the Candyman" with Mark Jacobson from 1 to 3 p.m. Oct. 17 at the Encinitas Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Drive. Learn to melt chocolate and make a take-home box of chocolate candies. Cost is $20, includes all supplies. Call (760) 943-2250.
Grants available for arts projects
CARLSBAD -- The city of Carlsbad's Cultural Arts Office is currently accepting applications for its annual Community Arts Grants program. Funds totaling $25,000 will be awarded in matching grants for cultural projects taking place within the city of Carlsbad in 2008. The grant application deadline is Oct. 29. Announcement of awarded grants will occur by Dec. 14.
The Community Arts Grants program is designed to help strengthen local arts organizations and to provide cultural and artistic opportunities for Carlsbad citizens. The grants, which must be matched, are awarded to nonprofit organizations, schools and school-related organizations and to visual, media, literary and performing artists for projects taking place in Carlsbad. Individual artists and those arts organizations located elsewhere in San Diego County must have a Carlsbad nonprofit organization or school as a partner to host the proposed activity.
Two Community Arts Grant Application Workshops will be held; new applicants are strongly urged to attend a workshop, including: 6 p.m. Oct. 2 at the Gowland Meeting Room at city's Dove Library, 1775 Dove Lane; and 6 p.m. Oct. 3 at in the Community Room at Cole Library, 1250 Carlsbad Village Drive.
There are two categories of Community Arts grants; an applicant organization, school or individual may submit a proposal in only one category. "Organizations/Artist Partnerships" fund events, activities and projects presented for the general population. Grants usually range from $500 to $3,000, though there is no limit to the amount an applicant may request. "Arts Education" awards funds for school-based projects for kindergarten through 12th-grade students, and requests are limited to a maximum of $1,000. Past successful proposals have included: music festivals, concerts and residencies; play readings and free outdoor theater; visual arts demonstrations and mural projects; choreographer residencies; artist-led training seminars for teachers and a variety of school activities promoting student participation in the arts.
Call (760) 434-2900. Applications and guidelines are available online at http://www.carlsbadca.gov/arts or in printed format at Carlsbad City Libraries or the Carlsbad Arts Office, 2955 Elmwood Avenue, Carlsbad, CA 92008.
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 at 2 p.m. or later and end by 4:30 p.m. Service area is limited. Wednesday afternoons are reserved for grocery shopping at Stater Bros. The first Thursday afternoon of the month transportation is provided to go to Wal-Mart or Trader Joe's. Mondays through Fridays, seniors can enjoy lunch at the Carlsbad Senior Center. Transportation to and from the center is provided. Call (760) 602-4650.
Home meal delivery available
CARLSBAD -- The city of Carlsbad Senior Center has a state-funded program that provides nutritious hot meals for homebound seniors who live in Carlsbad, age 60 and older, and are unable to prepare their own meals. Meals are delivered by friendly volunteers, Mondays through Fridays. Donations are $3.75 per meal. Call (760) 602-4652.
Bird-watching field trips offered
The Palomar Audubon Society will offer these bird-watching field trips. Information and directions: http://www.palomaraudubon.org (Field Trips).
Artists sought for holiday show
FALLBROOK -- The Art Center at Fallbrook is looking for artists to participate in its Art of the Holiday show. The focus is on hand-crafted functional art conducive to the gift-giving season. Applicants should send between three and five images indicative of their work including title, price, process and dimensions. Images may be in any format -- slides, prints, disks or digital. There is a $95 entry fee, which will be refunded if art not accepted, plus a non-refundable $35 jury fee.
Applications are available at www.fallbrookart.org or by calling (760) 728-1414. Completed applications may be mailed to Art Center at Fallbrook, 103 S. Main St., Fallbrook, CA 92028 or e-mailed to artcenter@fallbrook.org. Deadline is Oct. 1.
Fire safety expo set for Sept. 29
RAMONA -- "Fire Safe San Diego 2007" will be held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 29 at Dos Picos Park, 17953 Dos Picos Park Road.
With the theme "Prepare, Prevent, Protect," the expo will include numerous exhibits, demonstrations and workshops providing attendees with resources to become more fire safe.
The event is hosted by the Fire Safe Council of San Diego County, in partnership with the Conservation District of Greater San Diego County and the San Diego County Parks and Recreation Department.
Information: (619) 562-0096, http://www.firesafesdcounty.org.
Martial arts school to host open house
POWAY -- United Studios of Self Defense will hold a Back-to-School Open House Celebration from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept. 29 at its Poway studio, 13541 Poway Road. The day will include free self defense training, martial arts demonstrations, face painting, a dunk tank, food and music. Information: (858) 748-1300.
Woman's club to host news anchor
RAMONA -- The Ramona Woman's Club will meet at 1 p.m. Oct. 4 at its clubhouse, 524 Main St. Channel 10News anchor Bill Griffith will talk about his personal experience of living with breast cancer. All are welcome. Information: Jill McKenzie, (760) 789-3536.
RB Woman's Club plans luncheon
RANCHO BERNARDO -- The Rancho Bernardo Woman's Club will hold a luncheon meeting at 11:30 a.m. Oct. 4 at the Bernardo Heights Country Club, 16066 Bernardo Heights Country Club. Vocalist and pianist Mark Drucker will perform show tunes. New members are welcome. Cost is $22. Reservations: (858) 451-6058 or (858) 487-5012 by Oct. 1.
Poway theater seeks volunteers
POWAY -- Poway's Community Theatre, PowPAC, is seeking volunteers. The theater conducts ongoing training sessions for those who want to get involved with hospitality, ushering, box office, back stage, sound and lighting, set design and construction, costuming and helping with opening night parties. Information: (858) 486-7569, (858) 679-8085 or http://www.powpac.org.
Services offered for seniors
RANCHO BERNARDO -- Rancho Bernardo Senior Services, 16769 Bernardo Center Drive, Suite K-14, will offer the following services.
Office hours are from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays. Call (858) 487-2640.
Center offers enrichment lectures
RANCHO BERNARDO -- The Continuing Education Center at Rancho Bernardo offers college-level, non-credit enrichment lectures on a variety of subjects.
Upcoming lectures include the following:
In addition, the CEC has reserved tickets for three of the four world premieres at The Old Globe Theatre this season. The first is "A Catered Affair" on Oct. 21. Cost of $79 ($74 CEC members) includes transportation. Reservations are required by Oct. 1. Also, a docent-led tour of the new Museum of Contemporary Art in downtown San Diego will be offered Oct. 15. Cost is $30; $25 for members.
The CEC's classrooms and office are at the Remington Club Phase II, 16916 Hierba Drive. Lecture fees are $7; $5 for members. Membership fees are $30 for an individual; $50 per couple.
Information and reservations: (858) 487-0464, http://www.cecrb.org.
Resolving legal matters is workshop topic
SAN MARCOS --- A workshop on how to resolve legal matters without lawyers or judges will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. Oct. 2 and again Oct. 25 at the San Marcos Community Center, 3 Civic Center Drive. Cost is $25 per person or $35 per couple. Register with Lillian Godone-Maresca at (760) 233-8870.
Free HandiQuilter seminar offered
SAN MARCOS -- A free HandiQuilter seminar will be held at 12:30 and 3 p.m. Oct. 4 at Martins Sewing Center, 711 Center Drive, Suite 104.
Vicki Hoth, the national director for HandiQuilter Educators, will conduct the class. She has developed and taught long-arm quilting for HandiQuilter's world-class retreats. Her presentation will cover threads and tension, applying patterns to quilts, short cuts to popular designs, use of rulers and more.
Registration is required. Call (760) 739-8222.
Zen workshop set for Oct. 6
SAN MARCOS -- A Rinzai Zen workshop will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 6 at the Hidden Valley Zen Center. Participants can develop the tools for a fulfilling life in this body-mind training taught by Mitra Bishop, who has more than 30 years experience. Cost is $50. A light lunch will be served. Information: (760) 591-9893 or http://www.hvzc.org.
Theosophical discussion group meets weekly
SAN MARCOS -- A North County group meets to discuss theosophical concepts from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Sundays at the Old California Coffee House, 1080 San Marcos Blvd., No. 176, in Old California Restaurant Row.
Participants read theosophical literature independently and bring to the meetings their thoughts, questions or anything they find interesting
The Theosophical Society was founded in 1875 in an effort to promote the expressed awareness of the oneness of life. Its philosophy is a contemporary presentation of the perennial wisdom underlying the world's religions, sciences and philosophies.
For information, go to http://www.theosociety.org or call the society's international headquarters in Pasadena at (626) 797-7817 for a catalog of publications and other resources for independent study. For information about the local discussion group, call (760) 751-5302 or e-mail melbrod@cox.net.
Bird-watching field trips offered
The Palomar Audubon Society will offer these bird-watching field trips. Information and directions: http://www.palomaraudubon.org (Field Trips).
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