Communty news briefs: Horsemanship classes being offered
By: North County Times - | ∞
FALLBROOK ---- The Fallbrook Community Center and Gayle Lawrence will offer horsemanship classes this winter and spring.
- Six-week "Mom & Me" horsemanship class sessions for ages 3 to 6 are scheduled for various times Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays this month through May. The one-hour sessions will introduce young riders to the basics of horse safety and riding under the guidance of a certified instructor. Also, ongoing four-week-long "Mom & Me" horsemanship classes are offered for riders who wish to continue to work on their skills.
- "So You Want to Buy a Horse?" will be offered from 2 to 4 p.m. Feb. 23. The class is recommended for those looking into buying or leasing a horse. Students can learn about the time, energy and money involved in feeding, grooming and caring for a backyard horse, as well as about veterinary care, hoof care, choosing feed and finding a riding club or instructor in the area.
For information, call the Fallbrook Community Center at (760) 728-1671, visit the center at 341 Heald Lane, or go to http://www.sdparks.org.
Art center hosts watercolor exhibit
FALLBROOK ---- The Art Center at Fallbrook is hosting the National Watercolor Society Travel Exhibition and the Watercolor U.S.A. Honor Society Juried Exhibition through March 16. This is the first time both shows have been together at the Fallbrook facility. Art lovers can see works by some of the finest artists from 28 states and China.
The Art Center at Fallbrook is at 103 S. Main St. Gallery hours are from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays and noon to 3 p.m. Saturdays. Admission is $5; free for center members and children. Information: (760) 728-1414.
Temecula artist plans workshop
FALLBROOK ---- The Fallbrook Art Association will host an all-day workshop featuring artist Gabriele Baber of Temecula on Feb. 24. Baber will show attendees how to use water-soluble oil paints. Workshop fee is $50; $25 for association members.
Baber's work has been used on posters for many local and national events. Recently her work was featured on the Temecula Balloon and Wine Festival poster, as well as on the book, "Temecula Valley: Then and Now." She has taught and given demonstrations for local artists and art groups for more than 25 years. See her work at http://www.gabrielebaberart.com.
For information, call Baber at (951) 676-3483. To sign up for this and other workshops, call Joan Nied at (760) 451-1591.
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 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, unless otherwise noted.
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.
- 8:30 a.m. Feb. 16: Join naturalist Jack Pomeroy for a moderately strenuous, 4 1/2-mile hike on the Engelmann Loop Trail. Pomeroy will talk about the geology, common plants and trees at the ranch. Meet at the Cougar Pass parking lot.
- 2 p.m. Feb. 16: Join naturalist Katya McLane for a moderately paced 3 1/2-mile hike along Boulder Loop Trail.
Sewing center offers classes, club
SAN MARCOS ---- Martins Sewing Center offers sewing classes at its store, 711 Center Drive, Suite 104.
Classes include "Longarm Pro-Stitcher Demo," 6 to 8 p.m. Feb. 18 and 10 a.m. to noon Feb. 19, free; Sew What's New Club, 10 a.m. to noon Feb. 20 and 23, free; "Interactive Embroidery Demo," 6 to 8 p.m. Feb. 25 and 10 a.m. to noon Feb. 26, free; "Embellisher Class," 1 to 3 p.m. Feb. 29, $15 (plus $5 kit fee).
Information: http://www.sewingmachinesplus.com/martins.php.
Health 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.
- The Parkinson's Support Group will meet from 10 a.m. to noon Feb. 19. Information: Lisa Russell, social work facilitator, (858) 538-2673.
- Ophthalmologist Irene Chennell will conduct glaucoma and cataract screening at 9 a.m. Feb. 21. She also will answer questions about eye problems. Call for space availability.
- A blood pressure clinic is held Mondays in the Wellness Center ---- 8:30 to 9 a.m. for staff and volunteers and 9 to 10 a.m. for the general public.
Multiple sclerosis group to meet
ESCONDIDO ---- The Escondido Multiple Sclerosis Self-help Group will meet at 1 p.m. Feb. 20 in Room 5 at the Joslyn Senior Center, 210 Park Ave.
The guest speaker will be Mae-Ghan Fletcher, Emotional Health program coordinator for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Pacific South Coast Chapter.
The meeting is open to those with multiple sclerosis, family members and caregivers. Call Beth at (760) 747-9096.
Gardening with succulents is the topic
ESCONDIDO ---- The Palomar Cactus and Succulent Society will meet at noon Feb. 23 at the Joslyn Senior Center, 210 Park Ave.
Horticulturist Patrick Anderson will present "Gardening With Succulents." Anderson is a popular speaker, whose own Fallbrook succulent garden has appeared in numerous magazines and newspapers, and is featured in a new book by Debra Baldwin called "Designing With Succulents."
The meeting will include an exchange table, raffle, plant sales and refreshments. Information: Vicki Broughton, (760) 741-7553, vmbroughton@cox.net.
'Vista for XP Users' sessions planned
ESCONDIDO ---- The Senior Service Council will offer several two-hour "Vista for XP Users" sessions in March and April, depending on demand, in the Dorothy E. Boeger Building, 728 N. Broadway, in the Joslyn Senior Center complex.
The sessions will cover the major differences, additions and deletions found in the new Vista computer operating system. Information: (760) 480-0611.
'Senior Class' day trip planned
ESCONDIDO ---- Joslyn Senior Center Travel Services will offer a trip to see "Senior Class" on March 28 at the Annenberg Theater in downtown Palm Springs. The show is a good-natured, feel-good musical comedy revue about people in their senior years, featuring familiar faces such as Steve Rossi, Mary Ann Mobley, Ruta Lee and Joey English. Cost is $84; no-host lunch. To register, call (760) 745-5414 or stop by the senior center at 210 Park Ave.
Lake Poway open on Presidents' Day
POWAY ---- Lake Poway will be open from sunrise to sunset on Presidents' Day, Feb. 18, with all areas open on a first-come, first-served basis. Take advantage of boat rentals, softball field, hiking and horseback riding trails, horseshoe pits, barbecues, volleyball court and playgrounds. Fishing permits, bait and refreshments are available at the concession. Also, trout season continues at the lake. Information: (858) 668-4770.
Ramona Forum to meet Feb. 19
RAMONA ---- Connie Frankowiak, a Democratic candidate for the 52nd Congressional District, will speak at a meeting of the Ramona Forum at 6 p.m. Feb. 19 at the Sizzler restaurant, 344 Main St. Information: Dave Patterson, (760) 207-9139.
Operafest planned for Feb. 20
POWAY ---- The North County Inland Senior Center will host the San Diego Opera Ensemble on Feb. 20. Lunch will be at noon, followed by the Operafest at 1, featuring favorite arias by Verdi, Puccini, Rossini and more.
The program, sponsored through a donation by Merle and Theresa Fischlowitz, is designed to bring opera's best moments to life for all audiences. Lunch and the show cost $10; $8 for center members. The center is in Temple Adat Shalom, 15905 Pomerado Road.
Reservations: (858) 674-1123.
World Affairs group plans programs
RANCHO BERNARDO ---- The World Affairs Council, North County Chapter, meets at 10 a.m. Thursdays in the second-floor meeting room at the Remington Club Phase II, 16916 Hierba Drive. Upcoming free programs include the following:
- Feb. 21: Kathi Anderson, executive director and co-founder of Survivors of Torture, will present "Surviving Torture in the Post-9/11 Era."
- Feb. 28: Members Gerry Burstain and Len Williams will lead a panel discussion of the question "Will there be a resolution of the Israel/Palestine situation in the next 20 to 30 years?" Member Murray Kuritsky will moderate.
Information: http://www.sdwac.org.
Welcome Club luncheon planned
POWAY ---- The "Boot Scootin' Red Hats" will entertain and attendees can line dance at a luncheon gathering of the North County San Diego Welcome Club at 11:15 a.m. Feb. 21 in the Garden Room at StoneRidge Country Club. Information: (858) 487-5123.
Black Mountain Democrats to meet
MIRA MESA ---- The Black Mountain Democratic Club will meet Feb. 21 in Recreation Hall No. 1 at 10550 Caminito Flores. Social time will begin at 6:30 p.m., followed by the meeting at 7.
San Diego County Democratic Party Chairman Jess Durfee will present an overview of how the county party is preparing for this fall's elections, and San Diego City Council candidate Sherri Lightner will give a brief talk about her campaign. Information: Penelope Andrade, (858) 481-5752.
Rancho Adobe docents sought
RANCHO PENASQUITOS ---- The County of San Diego Department of Parks and Recreation is recruiting volunteers to join its docent program at Rancho de los Penasquitos Adobe and Preserve.
Docents learn about San Diego's first families through the historic Rancho Adobe, and then share that knowledge with the rest of the community. Rancho Adobe, built in 1832, was part of the county's first Mexican land grant and sits on a 3,700-acre open space preserve.
Volunteer docents can share the adobe's history through a variety of activities, including assisting as tour guides, leading educational programs, helping to maintain the grounds or creating materials for the public.
Docents undergo an interactive eight-week training program. The next one begins March 29. Information: Cheryl Wegner, (858) 966-1335; http://www.sdparks.org.
RB Community Foundation names board members
RANCHO BERNARDO ---- The Rancho Bernardo Community Foundation has welcomed five new board members this year ---- Trudy Armstrong, Gary Carlson, Ted Gaasch, John Goodrich and Brian McLean.
Board members continuing from last year are Steve Riddle, president; Eileen Haag, vice-president; Nancy Rix, treasurer; Karen Rott, secretary; Dee Dee Hill, Thanksgiving Luncheon committee chairwoman; Maureen Anderson, Annual Cruise committee chairwoman; Bill Bonner, Grants Committee chairman; Larry McIntyre; Don McLean; Larry Saunders, public relations; and Bob Wells. The San Diego Foundation liaisons are Sarah Slaughter and Heather Dugdale.
Founded in 1988, the Rancho Bernardo Community Foundation provides assistance to the Rancho Bernardo community through projects and programs focused on senior services, youth activities, recreation, promotion of the arts, educational enhancement, civic enhancement and community protection by building a permanent, growing endowment fund to meet Rancho Bernardo's changing priorities and emerging needs. Since 1998, the RBCF has been an affiliate of The San Diego Foundation.
Information: Heather Dugdale, (858) 385-1595, heather@sdfoundation.org.
University of Phoenix open house set
SAN DIEGO ---- The University of Phoenix San Diego Campus, with learning centers in Kearny Mesa, Chula Vista, San Marcos and downtown San Diego, will host a free informational event for prospective students from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Feb. 20 at the Stonecrest Learning Center, 9645 Granite Ridge Drive. R.S.V.P. to (800) 473-4346, Ext. 34148. Information: http://www.phoenix.edu.
Oceanside Elks to hold bingo
OCEANSIDE ---- Oceanside Elks Lodge 1561 will hold bingo at 1 p.m. Feb. 17 at 444 Country Club Lane. A free hamburger, fries and soda will be served from 10 a.m. to 12:50 p.m. to all who buy in. Call (760) 433-1561.
Young Marines training to begin
OCEANSIDE ---- The Camp Pendleton Young Marines Recruit Class 1-08 will begin training on March. 1. There will be informational meetings from 9:15 to 10:30 a.m. Feb. 16 and Feb. 23 at the Corporal's Course, Building 21441, Camp Del Mar.
The Young Marines of the Marine Corps League is the Commandant of the Marine Corps' official program for drug demand reduction. Membership is open to boys and girls ages 8 to 18 who are interested in participating in a well-rounded, year-round program with emphasis on the traditions and values of the U.S. Marine Corps. Information: (760) 415-5540; http://www.freewebs.com/cpenyoungmarines.
Future plans for Tri-City to be discussed
OCEANSIDE ---- Larry Schallock, chairman of the Tri-City Health Care District Board of Directors, will discuss future plans for Tri-City Medical Center at a meeting of South Vista Communities at 7 p.m. Feb. 21 at Shadowridge Country Club, 1980 Gateway Drive. http://www.southvistacommunities.org.
NARFE to meet
OCEANSIDE ---- The National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association will meet from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Feb. 21 at the Oceanside Senior Center, 455 Country Club Lane. The speaker will be Robert Hamilton, Democratic candidate for Congress in the 49th district. He will run against Darrell Issa in the upcoming election. Call (760) 722-4691 or (760) 529-9455.
DUV to meet in Balboa Park
SAN DIEGO ---- The Daughters of Union Veterans of the Civil War 1861-1865, Nancy Hanks Lincoln Tent No. 5, will meet at 11 a.m. Feb. 26 in the Veterans War Memorial Building at Zoo Drive and Park Boulevard in Balboa Park. Member Barbara Ibaibarriaga will present a program on "Ghost Stories of the Civil War." Call (619) 222-6493.
Gem and Mineral Society to meet
VISTA ---- The Vista Gem and Mineral Society will meet at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 21 at the Gloria McClellan Senior Center Azalea Room, 1400 Vale Terrace Drive. President Ray Pearce will present a program on "Intarsia." Call (760) 724-0395.
Girls Inc. plans safety symposium
VISTA ---- Girls Inc. of San Diego County will host a "Feeling Safe in the Community" symposium from 3 to 5 p.m. Feb. 22 at Vista High School, 1 Panther Way. Kristing Nehls, crime prevention specialist from the San Diego County Sheriff's Department, will be the guest speaker. She will focus on safety techniques for use at home, work and school to avoid becoming a victim of crime. Youths of all ages and their parents are encouraged to attend. There is no charge but R.S.V.P.s are encouraged as space is limited. Call (760) 643-4067.
'Pride and Prejudice' to be screened
VISTA ---- "Pride and Prejudice," a humorous story of love and life among English gentility during the Georgian era, will be the free featured movie at 1:15 p.m. Feb. 22 at the Gloria McClellan Senior Center, 1400 Vale Terrace Drive. Call (760) 639-6160.
Reverse mortgages topic of meeting
VISTA ---- OASIS will present a class, "Access Your Assets-Reverse Mortgages Explained" from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Feb. 22 at the Gloria McClellan Senior Center, 1400 Vale Terrace Drive. Cost is $2 with a one-time processing fee of $3. Call (760) 432-0635.
Bunco party to benefit Moonlight
VISTA ---- The Moonlight Angels Auxiliary will hold a Happy Hour Bunco Party from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Feb. 28 at the Vista Senior Center, 1400 Vale Terrace Drive. Cost is $20 per person and proceeds benefit the Moonlight Cultural Foundation.
A soup and salad dinner will be served and their will be prizes for game winners. Reserve by Feb. 20 by calling (760) 439-7950.
Relay for Life seeks teams
VISTA ---- The second annual American Cancer Society's Relay for Life ---- Vista will take place Aug. 2 and 3. The steering committee is now recruiting members, current survivors and teams to participate in this 24-hour celebration event. All proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society's education, advocacy, research and service programs in the fight against cancer. Call (760) 822-0145.
Center to offer 'Spirit' program
CARLSBAD ---- The Center for Positive Living has begun its year-long program "Spirit Is Calling: Activate in 2008." The program includes messages at 10 a.m. Sundays at the church, 390 Oak Avenue, Suite H, as well as a journal with daily exercises and a place for participants to record their own thoughts and experiences using the "Power For Good" in their lives. The program focuses on delivering immediate benefits in the areas of health, wealth and great relationships as well as a way to stop coping and start living all week long. Call (760) 434-9579.
Learn about lagoon's past
CARLSBAD ---- The Batiquitos Lagoon Foundation will hold the easy docent- led walk exploring the landforms around the lagoon and the geologic processes that created them from 9 to 11 a.m. Feb. 16. Meet at the Batiquitos Lagoon Foundation Nature Center at the end of Gabbiano Lane. The docent leading the walk is a retired educator who taught Earth Science for 17 years and really knows her rocks. Information: (760) 931-0800; http://www.batiquitosfoundation.org.
Jump onboard the opera caravan
CARLSBAD ----- The Carlsbad Cultural Arts Office and the San Diego Opera will offer its 2008 "Opera Caravan" program, which offers a special opportunity for North County residents to attend SDO productions by chartered coach service. The next program is "Mary, Queen of Scots" on Feb. 24. Coaches depart at noon. Caravans arrive in time for pre-show opera talk with Nick Reveles. Cost is $20 and includes round-trip transportation from the Carlsbad City Library. Call (619) 232-7636.
Basic birding class offered
CARLSBAD ---- Birders of all skill levels are invited to spend the morning with leader Tom Troy at the Buena Vista Lagoon Landing on Jefferson Street. Troy to demonstrate how to identify birds by sight and sound, with added instruction in the use of binoculars and scopes. Presented free by the Buena Vista Audubon Society. Call (760) 967-6915.
Toastmasters to meet Thursdays
CARLSBAD ----- The Tick Talk Toastmasters Club is dedicated to helping others improve their public speaking communication skills. The group meets from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursdays at Carlsbad-by-the-Sea, 2855 Carlsbad Blvd. Information: (760) 224-1199; info@ticktalk.org; http://www.ticktalk.org.
Class teaches ballroom dancing
CARLSBAD ----- Dance instructors Gary Smith and Ellen Gladden offer ballroom dance lessons from 1 to 3 p.m. every third Thursday at the Carlsbad Senior Center, 799 Pine Ave. Learn the waltz, fox trot, East Coast swing, jitterbug, rumba, tango, and more. Call (760) 602-4654.
Church hosts grief workshop
CARLSBAD ---- Griefshare, the special help seminar for people experiencing grief and loss, will meet from 10 a.m. to noon Tuesdays in Room 202 of the Carlsbad Community Church, 3175 Harding St. The series will feature nationally recognized experts in grief therapy. Call (760) 729-2331.
Parkinson group meets monthly
CARLSBAD ---- The North County Parkinson Support Group ---- Carlsbad meets at 6:30 p.m. the fourth Tuesday of each month at Sunrise Senior Living, 7020 Manzanita St. Call (760) 918-9887.
Give a small dog a home
DEL MAR ---- The Foundation for the Care of Indigent Animals, a nonprofit pet rescue organization, will hold its adoption event for small dogs from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Feb. 16 at Petco, 2749 Via de la Valle. Call (619) 466-0426.
Library to host Jewish book readings, talks
ENCINITAS ---- The San Diego County Library will host the national "Let's Talk About It: Jewish Literature" scholar-led reading and book discussion series. The newest series explores the theme: "A Mind of Her Own: Fathers And Daughters In a Changing World" from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Feb. 20, March 12, April 9, May 14, and June 11 in the community room of the soon-to-reopen Encinitas Branch of the San Diego County Library, 540 Cornish Drive. All sessions are free of charge and open to the public.
Books to be discussed include: Feb. 20, "Tevye the Dairyman," by Sholem Aleichem; March 12, "Bread Givers," by Anzia Yezierska; April 9, "O My America!," by Johanna Kaplan; May 14, "American Pastoral," by Philip Roth; and June 11, "Bee Season," by Myla Goldberg. Copies of the books can be borrowed from any branch of the county library system. Because the first session takes place a few days before the Feb. 23 grand opening of the new library building, that session only will be at a public location near the library and those who have registered for the series will be informed of the venue by phone and e-mail. Call (858) 694-2484 or e-mail Ellen.Zyroff@sdcounty.ca.gov. To read and download a PDF about the books and the series, http://www.nextbook.org/ala/librl_mind.html and http://www.nextbook.org/ala/libessay_mind.html.
Gardeners to meet Feb. 23
DEL MAR ---- The Friendship Gardeners of Del Mar will hold its annual seed and plant exchange meeting Feb. 23 at a member's house. Everyone brings extra plants thinned from their garden, starter bulbs or seeds collected or extra after Spring planting. For directions and carpool arrangements, call (858) 847-0433 or (858) 481-2428.
Center to offer senior pilates
ENCINITAS ---- The Encinitas Senior Center will offer its "Gentle Pilates" class with instructor Heidi Lerner from 9 to 10 a.m. Mondays at the center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Drive. Seniors can add grace to aging by learning to move from the core, strengthen, lengthen; pick up on a new way of holding oneself that works to correct bad postural habits. The class is for 50 and up and is ongoing throughout the year. Students are asked to bring a mat and pillow to class. Cost is $5 per class, paid at the beginning of the month for the entire month. Call (760) 943-2250.
Learn to knit
SOLANA BEACH ---- Knitting by the Beach hosts the free knitting circle from 2 to 5 p.m. Saturdays at the store, 616 Stevens Ave. Information: (858) 509-9276, http://www.knittingbythebeach.com.
Seniors meet to dance
ENCINITAS ---- The Encinitas Senior Center invites seniors 50 plus to its sponsored dance from 2 to 4 p.m. every third Friday of the month at the club, 1140 Oakcrest Park Drive. Cost is $3. Call (760) 943-2250.
Class offers divorce insight
CARDIFF ---- MiraCosta College's Community Services Program will offer the program for those who want to learn more about the process of divorce. The "Second Saturday" workshop is offered the second Saturday of each month from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Room 201 of MiraCosta College's San Elijo campus, 3333 Manchester Ave. The workshop explores the legal, financial, psychological and social issues of divorce; discusses community resources available to those contemplating divorce; allows participants to meet others experiencing similar life changes; and more. Registration for "Second Saturday" is on-site from 8 to 8:30 a.m.; no pre-registration required. Enrollment is on a first-come basis. Cost is $45. Scholarships are available by request prior to the seminar. Call (858) 792-0524, (760) 736-1660.
Gardening with succulents is the topic
ESCONDIDO ---- The Palomar Cactus and Succulent Society will meet at noon Feb. 23 at the Joslyn Senior Center, 210 Park Ave.
Horticulturist Patrick Anderson will present "Gardening With Succulents." Anderson is a popular speaker, whose own Fallbrook succulent garden has appeared in numerous magazines and newspapers, and is featured in a new book by Debra Baldwin called "Designing With Succulents."
The meeting will include an exchange table, raffle, plant sales and refreshments. Information: Vicki Broughton, (760) 741-7553, vmbroughton@cox.net.
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