Coastal community news briefs for Sunday, Nov. 9

By North County Times | Sunday, November 9, 2008 12:13 AM PST ∞

Senior center holds ballroom dance

OCEANSIDE ---- The Oceanside Senior Center will hold a ballroom dance featuring music by the Encores from 2-4 p.m. Nov. 9 at 455 Country Club Lane. Admission is $5 and anyone 55 and older is welcome. Call (760) 435-5250.

Seats available for Hollyhock House trip

OCEANSIDE ---- Openings are still available for the El Camino Real Chapter of Questers' visit to the Hollyhock House in Hollywood and the Pt. Fermin Lighthouse in San Pedro on Nov. 13. Hollyhock House is Frank Lloyd Wright's first Los Angeles project of house and gardens, built between 1919 and 1921 for Aline Barnsdall and incorporates her favorite flower into the decorative program of the house.

There will be a stop for a no-host lunch at Papa Cristo's Restaurant prior to the visit to Pt. Fermin Lighthouse. Built in 1874 using California redwood, this Victorian structure is crowned with a cupola and surrounded by colorful flower gardens. It is one of the oldest lighthouses on the West Coast.

Cost for the trip is $62 and includes deluxe motor coach, driver gratuity, admission to venues, docent-led tours and light refreshments en route. Call (760) 591-3581.

Vigilucci's Jazz at the Museum set

OCEANSIDE ---- Vigilucci's Jazz at the Museum will present local jazz artist Jaime Valle and friends at 7 p.m. Nov. 13 at the Oceanside Museum of Art, 704 Pier View Way. Valle has played in jazz festivals across the globe with top talents like Poncho Sanchez, John Lee Hooker, Joe Pass and Mongo Santamaria.

The evening will begin with Vigilucci's hors d'oeuvres and wine. Admission is $10 for OMA members, $15 for nonmembers. Admission is at the door. Open seating is on a first come basis.

Guests also will have the opportunity to view the exhibitions "Damngorgeous: Millard Sheets and His Southern California Legacy" and "Quilt Visions 2008: Contemporary Expressions."

Information: (760) 435-3720; www.oma-online.org.

Chef Larry to demonstrate holiday dishes

OCEANSIDE ---- A cooking demonstration with celebrity chef Larry Banares will show how to cook new holiday dishes and design creative table centerpieces for the holiday table at 11 a.m. Nov. 15 at the Mission Branch Library Community Rooms, 3861 Mission Ave.

The class will feature: turkey and mushroom terrine with orange basil aioli, wild rice salad, grilled shrimp with black bean cake and ancho honey glaze. Seating is limited. To reserve a seat, pick up a free ticket at the Mission Branch Library Reference Desk. Call (760) 435-5630.

Holiday Boutique set for Nov. 15

OCEANSIDE ---- Venus in Bloom and Venus in Bloom Finds will hold a Holiday Boutique featuring handmade art from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 15 at 2131 Oceanview Road. Ten percent of all proceeds will be donated to the Women's Resource Center. Cash or check only. Information: (760) 734-3307; www.venusinbloom.etsy.com, www.venusinbloomfinds.etsy.com.

St. Mary's to hold fall concert

OCEANSIDE ---- The Contemporary Music Ensemble of St. Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Church will host a Fall Praise and Worship concert at 7 p.m. Nov. 15. The event, "All Praise and Glad Thanksgiving," will feature music from popular Christian band Hillsong and various other contemporary Christian artists. Free. Call (760) 518-1805.

MiraCosta Horticulture Club to meet

OCEANSIDE ---- MiraCosta Horticulture Club will meet at 12:45 p.m. Nov. 15 in Room 7001 at MiraCosta College, 1 Barnard Drive. Shelley Grossman, volunteer educator, will speak on vermicomposting ---- the way to recycle using earthworms. Call (760) 729-8172.

Bridge League to meet

OCEANSIDE ---- American Contract Bridge League Unit 531 will hold its next game Nov. 16 at Ocean Hills Country Club, Abravanel Hall, 4701 Leisure Village Way. There is a free lunch at 12:15 p.m. followed by the game at 1. Fee for the game is $7. Visit www.acbldistrict22.com/531.

George Chamberlin to speak

VISTA ---- George Chamberlin will speak and answer questions concerning the country's financial and economic issues at the Shadowridge Rotary Club luncheon at noon Nov. 11 at the Shadowridge Country Club, 1980 Gateway Drive. Chamberlin is best known for his financial commentaries on NBC 7/39 News and his columns in the North County Times. He was recently named the 2008 Journalist of the Year by the Small Business Administration.

Luncheon is $15 per person. Reserve to (760) 505-8601.

Senior safety seminar offered

VISTA ---- "Be Smart, Get Tough," a free seminar instructing seniors to protect themselves and their wallets, will be held from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Nov. 13 at the Vista Library, 700 Eucalyptus Ave.

Speakers from the District Attorney's Office will cover real estate fraud, identity theft, bogus lotteries and scams. A personal defense expert will demonstrate defensive safety moves.

Lunch will be provided. Reserve to (800) 510-2020, Ext. 4. Give name, phone number and the location Vista Library. Call (760) 643-5100.

Historical Society 2009 calendar on sale

VISTA ---- Vista Historical Society's 2009 "Then and Now" calendar is now on sale. In its third year of publication, the calendar features photographs and information about a different historic Vista building for each month of the year, as it was used when first built and how it is used now. Call (760) 630-0444.

Sons of Norway hold annual dinner

VISTA ---- The annual Lutefisk Dinner will be held Nov. 15 at the Sons of Norway Lodge, 2006 E. Vista Way. Social hour will be at 2 p.m. followed by dinner by dinner at 3. Information: (760) 729-0604; jcthompson@aol.com.

Baile de Esperanza to benefit Tri-City Hospital

CARLSBAD ---- The Tri-City Hospital Foundation hosts its 28th annual Baile de Esperanza at 6 p.m. Nov. 15 at the Four Seasons Resort Aviara, 7100 Four Seasons Point. Proceeds from this year's event will directly impact Tri-City's next technology installation of a Pharmacy Wireless Bedside Medication Scanning System, which will further streamline the hospital's ability to provide the best care for its patients.

The gala includes a cocktail reception, a gourmet dinner, a live auction and performance by NRG Music and Productions. Tickets are $300 per person; $2,500 per table of 10. Information: (858) 240-4556; www.thebaile.com.

Church group to host Christmas bazaar

CARLSBAD ---- St. Patrick’s Altar society will present its free annual Christmas bazaar, "Then and Now," from 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Nov. 15 and from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Nov. 16 in the church hall, 3821 Adams St. The event will offer handcrafted gifts, international Christmas trees, an art show, toys, customized gift baskets, and more. Call (760) 431-8124.

City to inaugurate golf tournament

CARLSBAD ---- The first city of Carlsbad Amateur Golf Championship will be held Nov. 15 and 16 at The Crossings at Carlsbad, 5800 The Crossings Drive. The event will incorporate multiple flights (divided by handicap) and overall champions will be named for the following divisions: Seniors, Ladies, Low Gross and Low Net. Both days will start at 8 a.m. with a shotgun start. All competition is based on individual scores and will be net (except for the overall gross award). To be eligible, participants must be a resident of the city of Carlsbad and have a verifiable SCGA handicap. The $225 entry fee includes tee prize, range balls, green fees (both days), golf cart (with full color GPS), awards and awards reception. Information: (760) 444-1800, Ext. 2; www.TheCrossingsatCarlsbad.com.

Music museum to host slide guitarist

CARLSBAD ---- The Museum of Making Music will offer a unique look at the world of slide guitar with “An Evening with Martin Simpson” at 7 p.m. Nov. 19 at the museum, 5790 Armada Drive. Veteran English guitarist Martin Simpson will perform and examine the influence of the slide guitar within the folk and blues traditions. Cost is $15 for members, $20 for nonmembers. Call (877) 551-9976.

Center to host Tai Chi classes for seniors

CARLSBAD ---- The Carlsbad Senior Center will host advanced Tai Chi Chuan classes for adult learners, hosted by MiraCosta College, from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Wednesdays at the center, 799 Pine St. The classes will consist of practice in the advanced form of the Chinese exercise discipline of Tai Chi Chuan. Emphasis is placed on balance, flexibility, and ease of movement. The instructor for the class is Yvonne Merson. Call (760) 795-8710.

Monthly bird count at Batiquitos Lagoon

CARLSBAD�”The Batiquitos Lagoon Foundation will offer the easy, docent-led bird count walk at 7:30 a.m. Nov. 14 and every second Friday of the month starting from the Batiquitos Lagoon Foundation Nature Center parking lot, located at the end of Gabbiano Lane. The purpose of this walk is to count the birds both seen and heard at the lagoon and report the numbers to the Audubon Society. Bird counts are done on a monthly schedule at many San Diego locations such as Batiquitos Lagoon. Please bring binoculars. Information: (760) 931-0800; www.batiquitosfoundation.org.

Volunteer drivers needed for seniors

ENCINITAS ---- The Out and About Program at the Encinitas Senior Center is in need of volunteers drivers to drive Encinitas senior citizens to and from grocery shopping, doctor’s appointments, and other activities. Mileage is reimbursed monthly. Call (760) 943-2256 for an application.

Encinitas to host preschool prep

CARDIFF ---- The city of Encinitas Parks and Recreation department will offer its Little Learners class for kids, ages 34-46 months who are potty-trained and able to participate independently of their parents, from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Scout House in Glen Park, 2149 Orinda Drive. The course is designed for opportunities to meet other children, explore a new environment, as well as provide an introduction to reading readiness and other preschool prep activities designed to promote confidence in young learners as well as expose them to new ideas and concepts. Children will work on pre-reading and pre-writing skills throughout the session. Supervised open play, snack and art will also be included. Parents are welcome to stay anytime and will be required to assist with at least one class during the session. Call (760) 633-2759.

Meet the authors at weekly event

ENCINITAS ---- WEB Press will host authors' forum and book signings every Sunday from 1-3 p.m. at the facility, 315 S. Coast Highway 101, Suite W. Independent artists offer their ideas, lectures, and display their work. Information: (760) 505-9798; www.1stmanstanding.com; erapacrwr@hotmail.com.

Seminar to focus on Internet sales

ENCINITAS ---- Publishers and Writers of San Diego will host "Digital Delivery & Sales of Published Products," a half-day seminar and luncheon, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Nov. 15 at the Encinitas County Library, 540 Cornish Drive. Dush Ramachadran, a vice-president of ClickBank.com, a Colorado-based company that facilitates storage, delivery and transactions for online products, will teach authors, writers, entrepreneurs, and other content creators how to sell and deliver their products via the Internet. According to the International Digital Publishing Forum, wholesale revenues from electronic books in the U.S. grew 548 percent between 2002 and 2007. Cost is $87. Visit www.PublishersWriters.org.

Library to host opera concert

ENCINITAS ---- The California Foundation for International Global Arts will present its eighth concert of the 2008 season, "Favorite Duets from Opera" featuring the Solana Intimate Ensemble at 3:15 p.m. Nov. 16 in the Encinitas Library’s Community Room, 540 Cornish Drive. A reception for the musicians will be held at 2:30 p.m. The program will include works by Rossini, Monteverdi, Mozart and others. Cost is $20 in advance, $23 at the door, $15 for students and seniors. Advance purchase suggested. Information: (858) 677-0367; calfoundintart@sbcglobal.net.