Inland Community News briefs: OASIS class registration to begin

By: North County Times - | Monday, December 31, 2007 7:31 PM PST ∞

ESCONDIDO ---- OASIS will hold registration for its winter/spring 2008 classes, January through April, at the former Robinsons-May South, third floor, Westfield North County mall. OASIS, a national education organization for adults ages 50 and older, offers classes in the arts, humanities, sciences, exercise, health and wellness, consumer information and finance. Many different classes, special events and travel opportunities will be offered this semester.

OASIS membership is free; trimester registration fee is $3; and classes have a nominal cost.

Mail-in registration for classes must be postmarked by Jan. 2. Registration will be randomly drawn starting Jan. 2.

Walk-in and online registration will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Jan. 3 at the mall and at http://www.oasisnet.org.

Preregistration is required for all classes and activities. For a description of classes, call (760) 432-0635 or go to the Web site.

Rummage sale to benefit spiritualists

ESCONDIDO ---- A rummage sale to benefit the Harmony Grove Spiritualist Association will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Jan. 5 at 2975 Washington Circle. Information: Hilloah, (760) 739-1319.

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 two liters 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. Meet at La Honda Drive entrance.

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.

8 to 11 a.m. today: Naturalist Tom Lyon will lead an easy bird-watching hike. Bring binoculars.

8 a.m. Jan. 4: Join naturalist Kathleen Flanagan for a strenuous, fast-paced seven-mile "Mystery Tour."

10 a.m. Jan. 4: Naturalist DJ Summers will lead an easy, one-hour hike along the Chaparral Nature Trail for parents and their children, followed by a pocket mouse craft for the kids to make at the Jack Creek picnic area.

7:30 a.m. Jan. 5: Join naturalist Don Parnell on his 77th birthday and take a 15-mile workout hike over many of the Daley Ranch trails. The hike will last about 5 1/2 hours, including time for snack breaks.

Hearing loss group to host demo

ESCONDIDO ---- The Escondido Hearing Loss Association will meet from 10 a.m. to noon Jan. 12 in the Joslyn Senior Center auditorium, 210 Park Ave. Canine Companions for Independence of Oceanside will give a live demonstration of service dogs trained to perform practical tasks for deaf and hard-of-hearing people. Refreshments will be served and a 50/50 raffle will be held. Information: Sylvia, (760) 745-5408.

Democratic club to meet Jan. 12

LAKE SAN MARCOS ---- The Lake San Marcos Democratic Club will meet at 12:30 p.m. Jan. 12 in the Lake Pavilion, 1105 La Bonita Drive.

The speaker will be Jess Durfee, chairman of the San Diego County Democratic Party. Members of all political parties are welcome. Information: Betty Ball, (760) 752-1035.

Nominate a V-Day 2008 hero

ESCONDIDO ---- As part of the worldwide V-Day Campaign to Stop the Violence, the Escondido event's steering committee will choose 10 everyday heroes, or "Vagina Warriors," to be recognized and honored at a cocktail party from 5 to 7 p.m. Feb. 23 at Steve Storc's THEATRX, 155 E. Grand Ave.

For details, go to http://www.vdayescondido.org. The deadline for submissions is Jan. 31.

Sundt Foundation supports hospice

ESCONDIDO ---- The Elizabeth Hospice Volunteer Training program has received a $2,000 grant from the Sundt Foundation. The grant will help train volunteers to provide compassionate end-of-life care to terminally ill patients and their families.

Sundt Construction is one of the nation's oldest and largest national contractors and is entirely employee-owned with offices in San Diego.

In November, 11 new volunteers graduated from The Elizabeth Hospice Volunteer Training Program. The next volunteer training will take place in February. Information: (760) 737-2050.

Pianist to perform Jan. 4

RAMONA ---- Classically-trained pianist Scott Pratt will perform Jan. 4 at the Performing Arts Center at Olive Peirce Middle School, 1521 Hanson Lane. Doors open at 7 p.m., followed by the concert at 7:30. A native of Escondido and accomplished performer, Pratt is on the faculty of the San Francisco Conservatory of Music and Laney College of Oakland. Information: (760) 789-7474.

Rancho Bernardo Sunrise Rotary to host speakers

RANCHO BERNARDO ---- The Rancho Bernardo Sunrise Rotary Club meets at 7:15 a.m. Tuesdays at the Country Club of Rancho Bernardo, 12280 Greens East Road. Speakers begin their presentations at 8 a.m. An optional breakfast is available for $14.50.

Upcoming programs and speakers will include the following:

Jan. 8: Jim Flood, physical therapist.

Jan. 15: Member Business Profile, Mike Moon, financial adviser.

Jan. 22: "A Homicide Case," Gary Jaus.

Jan. 29: Member Business Profiles, Rex Teets, Air Purification Systems; and Rob Weinberg, MarketBuilding Team marketing consultants.

Information: http://www.rbsunrise.org.

Garden club to host Pat Welsh

POWAY ---- The Poway Valley Garden Club will meet at 9 a.m. Jan. 9 in Templars Hall at Old Poway Park, 14134 Midland Road

The speaker will be Pat Welsh, honorary Master Gardener, garden editor, columnist, TV host, author and landscape consultant. She will present "Colorful Plants for Patio Gardens," a slide-illustrated talk with detailed handout lists of many plants for specific patio situations.

Information: Rosemary, (858) 672-0459; Lucille, (858) 672-6225.

Poway Democratic Club to host candidate

POWAY ---- The Poway Democratic Club will meet at 7 p.m. Jan. 10 in the Valley Elementary School multipurpose room, 13330 Bowron Road. Mike Lumpkin, Democratic candidate for the 52nd Congressional District, will talk about how Democrats are strong on national security.

Information: http://www.PowayDemocraticClub.org, (858) 487-9489.

Seniors sought to help in schools

NORTH COUNTY ---- The Seniors Helping Our Kids program is seeking senior volunteers to spend one hour a week helping a child read or with other subjects at elementary schools in Rancho Bernardo, Poway and Rancho Penasquitos. No experience is required. Call (858) 485-5449.

Dachshund Rescue goes online

SAN DIEGO ---- Dachshund Rescue of North America, San Diego, has joined other animal welfare organizations that list their homeless pets on Petfinder.com, a large database of adoptable animals on the Internet. Dachshund Rescue of North America pets can be viewed at http://www.petfinder.com/shelters/CA1305.html.

Fitness classes for children offered

FALLBROOK ---- The Fallbrook Community Center is adding new dance and fitness classes to its spring schedule, offering youths everything from creative movement to a cardio workout.

The classes, taught by Webby's Dance Company, are targeted at specific age groups and skill levels, and include the following:

Creative movement for children ages 2 and 3, teaching a combination of ballet, tumbling and creative flow.

Tap and ballet class for children ages 3 to 5, where kids learn a variety of tap and ballet movements.

Tumbling class for children ages 2 and 3 introduces basic tumbling and balancing skills, obstacle courses and choreographed routines using a variety of gymnastic stations such as a mini-trampoline, balance beam and tumbling mat.

Fitness class for children ages 3 through 9 offers a 60-minute cardio workout on stationary bikes and treadmills designed for children. The class also includes interactive lessons about eating right and staying active and ends with a healthy snack of fresh fruits or vegetables.

For information, call the Fallbrook Community Center at (760) 728-1671 or visit the center at 341 Heald Lane. To register online, go to http://www.sdparks.org.

Blood drive yields 51 pints

FALLBROOK ---- Fallbrook Hospital Auxiliary hosts four San Diego Blood Bank visits each year. A recent one saw 63 local residents sign up and 51 pints donated. Betty Long, San Diego Blood Bank chairwoman for the auxiliary, said she was pleased with the turnout. She was assisted by volunteers Carol Faw, Joyce Gilson, Velna Wells and Roena Thompson.

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