Oceanside public library receives grant

OCEANSIDE -- The Oceanside Library received a $20,000 grant from the National Endowment for the Arts recently to host "The Big Read," which promotes community-based reading programs through activities such as read-a-thons, book discussions, lectures, movie screenings, and performing arts events. Planned partners include the Oceanside Museum of Art, Oceanside Historical Society, Camp Pendleton libraries, Veterans Association of North County, Barnes & Noble and a group of local published military authors. Activities will take place in April and May 2010. Additional support for The Big Read will be provided by the Friends of the Oceanside Library and the Oceanside Public Library Foundation. Call 760-435-5600 or visit oceansidepubliclibrary.org.

Sober Riders donate to Boys & Girls Club

OCEANSIDE -- The Boys & Girls Clubs of Oceanside recently received a donation of $500 from Mitch Mitchell and the rest of the Sober Riders Motorcycle Club. Sober Riders members promote fun, clean, sober lifestyles while helping their community. Call 760-433-8920 or visit bgcoceanside.org.

Jewish camp group offers activities

OCEANSIDE -- Camp Gan Israel has spots available in its Jewish day camps from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mondays through Fridays through July 17 at Empresa Elementary School, 4850 Avenida Empresa. The camp for 4- through 10-year-olds weaves Jewish themes through stories, songs, games, contests, and creative activities. Also features swimming, sports, field trips and a Shabbat party. Cost is $160 per week or $300 for the full session. Limited scholarships available. Call 760-806-7765, e-mail cgi@jewishOceanside.com or visit JewishOceanside.com.

Learn to make better videos

OCEANSIDE -- The North County Videomakers club will meet at 6:30 p.m. July 15 at the KOCT studio, 3058 Industry St. 101. All levels welcome. Call 858-484-3903.

Woodworking club to meet

ESCONDIDO -- The North County Woodworking Club will meet at 7 p.m. July 16 in the auditorium at the Joslyn Senior Center, 210 Park Ave. Doors open at 6 p.m. Visitors welcome. Call 760-489-7187 or visit ncwood.org.

Registration Aug. 3 for health care career

ESCONDIDO -- High school students living in the Escondido Union High School District who are interested in a career in health care can register for classes from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Aug. 3 at Escondido Adult School ROP, 3750 Mary Lane. Healthcare Fundamentals I and II begin Sept. 1 at Orange Glen High School, 2200 Glenridge Road. Classes are available during regular school hours and after school from 3 to 6 p.m. Call Escondido Education Compact at 760-839-4515.

Senior Anglers to meet

ESCONDIDO -- Lance Withee, a consultant and former boat captain, will discuss fishing and waterfront operations at the Senior Anglers of Escondido meeting at 9:30 a.m. July 17 at the Joslyn Senior Center, 210 Park Ave. Those over 50 who enjoy saltwater and freshwater fishing are invited. Call 745-5751 or visit senioranglersofescondido.net.

Protect and control your assets

ENCINITAS -- Accountant Chuck Nockey will talk about holographic wills at a Seaside Center for Spiritual Living meeting at 6:30 p.m. July 21 at 1613 Lake Drive. Fee is $20. Reserve at 760-721-4955 or visit seasidecenter.org.

Toe tappers host dance show

VISTA -- The Toe Tappers will perform at 11:45 a.m. July 20 at Gloria E. McClellan Senior Center, 1400 Vale Terrace Drive. Baked ham and Cobb salad lunches will be available. Donation of $3.50 suggested. Call 760-639-6160 or visit cityofvista.com.

Jewelry workshop offered

SAN MARCOS -- Cathey Neilson will demonstrate how to make a necklace using jewelry wire, a toggle clasp and a large variety of beads from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. July 16 at the San Marcos Library, 2 Civic Center Drive. Free. Materials will be provided to make a necklace to take home. There will be a $25 Michaels gift card drawing. Register at 760-891-3000.

Book discussion to take place

SAN MARCOS -- The San Marcos Library will host a book discussion on "The Forgotten Garden" by Kate Morton from 2 to 3 p.m. July 16 at 2 Civic Center Drive. Call 760-891-3000.

Daughters of British Empire host luncheon

CARLSBAD -- The Daughters of the British Empire in Southern California Inc. will host a summer luncheon at 11:30 a.m. July 21 at the La Costa Grill, 6996 El Camino Real. The event is open to those with British or Commonwealth ancestry. Register at 760-598-0484 or visit dbesocal.org.

Rotary Club to hold lobster/steak fundraiser

FALLBROOK -- The Rotary Club of Fallbrook's annual all-you-can-eat Maine lobster and sirloin steak fundraiser is at 5 p.m. Sept. 11 at Ingold Sports Park, 2551 Olive Hill Road. Guests will enjoy silent and live auctions and observe a 9/11 ceremony. Entertainment by the Mark Jackson Band. Tickets cost $75 before July 31 and $80 after that date. Ticket sales close Sept. 4. Gates open at 5 p.m. Visit lobsteronthegreen.com for donations and sponsorships. Visit fallbrookrotary.org or call 760-510-0945.

Lecture helps you be your own bank

DEL MAR -- Author Pamela Yellen will host "Be Your Own Bank" from 7 to 9 p.m. July 23 at the Del Mar Hilton, 15575 Jimmy Durante Blvd. Yellen will discuss how to get back interest on your cars, vacations, and houses and how to become your own source of financing. Reserve at 760-438-9095 or visit CollegePlanningSpecialists.com.

Gallery hosts contemporary masters

SOLANA BEACH -- The Ordover Gallery is hosting a Contemporary Masters of Fine Art Photography exhibit from July 23 to Oct. 11 at 410 S. Cedros Ave. The opening reception is from 6 to 8:30 p.m. July 25. The exhibit will feature photographs from nationally and internationally acclaimed photographers, including National Geographic photographers Frans Lanting and Art Wolfe. Gallery hours are 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays, noon to 5 p.m. Fridays and Sundays, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays. Call 858-720-1121 or visit ordovergallery.com.

'Rockin' the Kasbah' fundraiser set

RAMONA -- The Intermountain Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department Auxiliary will present "Rockin' the Kasbah" from 6 to 10 p.m. July 18 at the Flying T Ranch, 26702 Highway 78. The evening will include camel races, belly dancers, live music, a bazaar, opportuity baskets and live auctions, food and drinks. Cost is $45 for persons 21 and older. Costumes encouraged. Reserve by July 13 to 760-789-5848. Visit ramonahotspots.com.