FALLBROOK -- The Fallbrook Historical Society has elected new officers for the 2006-07 year. They are: Jack Story, president; Lee Schaeffer, vice president; Judy Gillespie, treasurer; Sandra Baxter, recording secretary; and Jane McKee, corresponding secretary.

The society's annual "Old Timers' Picnic" takes place beginning at 11 a.m. June 25 at the museum at 260 Rockycrest Road.

No reservations are required, and it is not necessary to be a longtime resident or society member to attend. Just bring a favorite dish to share. Admission is free. The museum and Pittenger House will be open to offer a glimpse of life in the early days of Fallbrook including vintage cars, farm implements, firefighting equipment, home and school exhibits and "Fallbrook in Miniature," complete with working model railroad.

In addition, there will be vintage books and magazines available for sale and an opportunity drawing.

Legacy Endowment to host seminar

FALLBROOK -- Legacy Endowment will host a seminar on the benefits of "New Opportunities for Gifts of Real Estate" from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. June 28 at the Grand Tradition, 1602 S. Mission Road.

Wine and cheese will be served. The program will cover how people can receive unexpected benefits, which include minimizing taxes, eliminating property management issues, creating an addition to retirement income, gifting a home while continuing to live there and having the chance to donate to one's favorite charity or charities.

Legacy Endowment, The Community Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization that benefits community nonprofits. The seminar is DRE-approved. Realtors can earn two hours of Real Estate Continuing Education credits and help clients, your organization and the community.

This seminar is open to anyone interested in the benefits that can be gained for themselves and favorite charities, while saving on taxes.

To register, call the Legacy office by June 26 at (760) 728-3304 or e-mail reservations to legacyendowment@sbcglobal.net.

Program on coyotes scheduled

FALLBROOK -- "Living with Coyotes" will be the topic of the second program in the Fallbrook Land Conservancy's Educational Series set for 7 p.m. June 29 at the Fallbrook Community Center, 341 Heald Lane.

Participants in the panel discussion will be Dana Zenko, humane education coordinator at North Coastal Humane Society, discussion leader; Ro Rozinko, senior volunteer for the Department of Fish and Game; and Eric MacPherson, humane officer for North Coastal Humane Society.

The public is welcome. Refreshments will be served.

Printmaking group has exhibit

SAN DIEGO -- The San Diego & North County Printmakers members will exhibit their recent prints June 30 through Sept. 4 at the Lyceum Theatre, 79 Horton Plaza in downtown San Diego. The exhibit is titled "Printmaking & Beyond IV" and provides a look at contemporary fine art printmaking.

An artists' reception will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. July 15. Viewing hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays.

The San Diego & North County Printmakers, formerly exhibited under the name North County Printmakers. Recently, while, finalizing its nonprofit designation, the name of the organization was changed to include San Diego.

The San Diego & North County Printmakers is headquartered at The Studios of Fallbrook, 310 E. Alvarado St.

Future exhibitions are being planned for The Center for the Arts, Escondido, Palomar College and the Riverside Museum in 2007.

For information about the exhibition, contact Caroline Benkendorf at (619) 298-3279, or www.carolineandart@cox.com., or Rita Miller, (760)728 6281, or visit www.dinnyjim2@adelphia.net.

SeniorNet offers summer courses

FALLBROOK -- SeniorNet is accepting registrations for summer classes set to begin in mid-July and run through the end of August.

Offerings include Beginning Computer, Introduction to Windows XP, Introduction to Word-processing, Internet and E-mail, Digital Photography, Photoshop Elements and Build Your Own Computer.

Each class is limited to seven participants and each student receives personal attention from both instructors and coaches. Cost is $35 per class and SeniorNet membership of $40 is required.

Senior sign-ups will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. June 30 and July 7 at the Fallbrook Healthcare Foundation, 135 S. Mission Road, where the classes are conducted. For information, call (760) 723-8182.

Garden club to hold summer sale

VALLEY CENTER -- Dos Valles Garden Club will hold its Summer Close-out Plant Sale from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. June 24 at the Martin Gang Ranch, 28933 Cole Grade Road.

Plants featured will include succulents, drought-tolerant plants, cannas and agapanthus (Lily of the Nile). Perennials, house plants, ground covers and other varieties also will be available, and master gardeners will be on hand to answer questions.

All plants are propagated and maintained by club members. Proceeds will go toward scholarship awards and local youth agricultural activities.

For information, call (760) 751-2874 or (760) 749-6774, or visit http://www.dosvallesgardenclub.org.

Library summer reading program under way

VALLEY CENTER -- The Valley Center branch of the San Diego County Library is offering "Paws, Claws, Scales and Tales," its summer reading program for children, through Aug. 10 at the library, 29200 Cole Grade Road. Animal programs, crafts and prizes are offered all summer long, with an emphasis on animals.

Every Thursday, the library will feature everything from stunt dogs to reptiles, monkeys to spiders and snakes and more. Also, kids can enter the "Name Our Library Fish" contest. The only requirement is that the fish must have the name of a book character that lives under the ocean.

Information: (760) 749-1305.

Senior health expo on tap

ESCONDIDO --- Villa del Rey assisted living will hold a Senior Community Health Expo from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 24 at 1351 E. Washington Ave.

The event will feature more than 80 exhibitors, with health screenings, games for adults and kids, food, raffles and more.

Proceeds will benefit the Alzheimer's Association and the Escondido Joslyn Senior Center.

For information, (760) 741-3055.

OGHS cheer team to hold sale

ESCONDIDO -- The Orange Glen High School cheer team will hold a rummage sale fundraiser at 8 a.m. June 25 in the OGHS student parking lot at Midway and Bear Valley Parkway. Proceeds will help pay for camp and uniforms.

Tour Old Escondido West on foot

ESCONDIDO -- A free walking tour of Old Escondido West will take place at 6 p.m. June 27. The west side of Escondido's oldest neighborhood features early 20th-century bungalows nestled among late 19th-century Victorians and more modern mid-century homes.

The 90-minute tour, led by Richard and Ann Rothwell, will start at the southeast corner of Broadway and Grand Avenue. The walk is one of a regular series of walks sponsored by the Escondido History Center and the Escondido Citizens Ecology Committee. Information: (760) 743-8207, ehs@escondidohistory.org.

Lavender wreath workshop set

VALLEY CENTER -- Learn to make lavender wreaths at workshop from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 2 at The Lavender Fields, 12460 Keys Creek Road. Students will use fragrant, freshly harvested lavender to make wreaths, as well as get a behind-the-scenes tour of The Lavender Fields.

Cost of $60 includes materials. A $10 multi-student discount is available. Registration is required. Call instructor Nadine Spier at (760) 944-9369 or e-mail info@nadinespier.com. For information, go to http://www.thelavenderfields.com.

Women of the Moose elects officers

ESCONDIDO -- Women of the Moose Chapter 1310 of Escondido recently announced its senior regent and board of directors for 2006-07. They are Fran Turney, senior regent; Diane Pettey, junior graduate regent; Linette Wiest, junior regent; Terry Vocks, chaplain; Marci Clark, secretary/treasurer; and Carol Horner, recorder.

The chapter will hold a bake sale at 1 p.m. July 2 at the Moose Lodge, 25721 Jesmond Dene Road. To donate home-baked goods for the sale, call Fran at (760) 489-8679.

Women interested in being part of a fun, loving and supportive team are encouraged to join the Women of the Moose.

Low-cost food program available

ESCONDIDO -- Hope Food Inc. is a nonprofit shared-expense food program that recently launched in Escondido. For a $25 donation, individuals and families can receive $60 to $100 worth of food. There are no requirements; no one is refused. The store is at 1941 Don Lee Place, Suite C. Hours are from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays. For information, call (760) 432-8653.

San Pasqual Adventist Academy reunion slated

ESCONDIDO -- The annual San Pasqual Adventist Academy all-day alumni reunion will begin at 9 a.m. June 24 at its original campus site on San Pasqual Valley Road. The present San Pasqual Academy is owned and operated by San Diego County as a first-in-the-nation residential-educational campus designed specifically for foster teens.

Honored classes at the reunion this year are 1951, 1956, 1961, 1966, 1971, 1976, 1981, 1986, 1991 and 1996. The class of 1956 is in charge, with a catered lunch in "the grove" at noon.

Information: Dr. George Whitehead, alumni president, (425) 501-3194.

OASIS to offer classes for seniors

ESCONDIDO -- OASIS will offer these classes for seniors at its education center, the former Robinsons-May South store, third floor, Westfield North County in Escondido. Preregistration is required. Call (760) 432-0635.

- Bishop Samir Kafity will discuss the Israeli-Palestinian conflict in "Peace and Only Peace" from 10:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. June 26. Cost is $4.

- George Burns look-alike, Al Mager, will present a show called "A Laugh a Day Keeps the Doctor Away" from 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. June 28. Cost is $6.

- "The Costs of Long-term Care" will be presented from 1 to 2:30 p.m. June 28. Learn ways to protect assets through the California Partnership for Long Term Care. Cost is $2.

- Kam Zarrabi will present "Freedom" from 10:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. June 29. Cost is $5.

Get Vans Warped Tour VIP passes

Music Saves Lives has teamed up with Vans Warped Tour to sponsor blood drives where donors will receive a free VIP pass for the Vans Warped Tour concert July 6 at Coors Amphitheater in Chula Vista. While a ticket must still be purchased to get into the concert, the VIP pass will allow concertgoers backstage and access to other restricted booths and areas of the show. These passes are not for sale and can only be obtained at the following American Red Cross blood drives:

- 12:30 to 6 p.m. June 26 at Westfield North County in Escondido. Live local bands will play throughout the day.

- 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. June 28 at PB Bar & Grill in Pacific Beach.

- Noon to 5:30 p.m. June 29 at Westfield Plaza Camino Real in Carlsbad.

- 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. July 1 at UC San Diego, La Jolla.

For details, go to http://www.musicsaveslives.com.

Men's golf club welcomes new members

ESCONDIDO -- Mike Neubauer, president of the Reidy Creek Men's Golf Club, invites new members to join the club. Golfers of all skill levels are invited to golf with members at 8 a.m. Thursdays at the Reidy Creek Golf Course, 2300 N. Broadway.

Cost for membership is $25, which includes the first round of golf. The club offers weekly games of skill and special occasion tournaments.

For information, call Neubauer at (760) 432-0954; Jerry Bongiorno at (760) 295-5361; or inquire at the Reidy Creek clubhouse.

Art show to benefit teacher fighting cancer

LEUCADIA -- Bekah Price, a teacher and single mother of two girls, is fighting advanced mesothelioma, a rare form of cancer. Staff members and families of A Children's Garden, the North County preschool where Price taught and her youngest daughter attends, are uniting to raise funds for her expenses and special experiences with her daughters. From 3 to 5 p.m. June 25, they will host an art show benefit for Bekah at the Leucadia preschool, 1421 Burgundy Drive.

Each June, A Children's Garden holds a combination art show and graduation ceremony for students from the school's Leucadia and Olivenhain locations. Throughout the year, students read books and create original masterpieces in a variety of media based on the stories for the show. This year, to honor and help Bekah, the artwork will sold in any amount buyers they choose to donate. Jewelry and group projects made by the students will be sold and a silent auction of items donated by local businesses will be conducted.

All proceeds will go directly to the Bekah Price Benefit Account. Families and businesses who want to contribute donations of funds or services to Bekah and her family would be appreciated and can be mailed to: the Bekah Price Benefit Account, c/o A Children's Garden, 1421 Burgundy Drive, Leucadia, CA 92024.

For more information, call (760) 436-5370.

Fashion show benefits pets today

RANCHO SANTA FE -- A fashion show benefiting the Helen Woodward Animal Center will be held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. today at the Del Mar Country Club, 6001 Clubhouse Drive. The event includes a champagne reception, lunch and the fashion show. Cost is $60; 10 seats for $500. Call (858) 756-4117 or visit the Web site at http://www.animalcenter.org.

Hawaiian healing offered June 29

CARDIFF -- Frank Kawaikapuokalani Hewitt will lead the traditional Hawaiian healing workshop from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. June 29 at Cardiff Elks Lodge, 1393 Windsor Road. Hewitt will share his experience in traditional healing using Hawaiian herbs and massage. Call (858) 509-6411 or visit the Web site at http://www.kpcf.net.

Quail Gardens hosts 'Broadway's Best'

ENCINITAS -- Musicians Ric Henry and Eileen Bowman will perform "Broadway's Best" at an outdoor concert from 5 to 8 p.m. July 9 at Quail Botanical Gardens, 230 Quail Gardens Drive.Cost is $30 to $35. Call (760) 436-3036, Ext. 206.

Hofmann plays jazz at Quail Botanical Gardens

ENCINITAS -- Renowned jazz flutist Holly Hofmann and her Quartet will perform from 5 to 8 p.m. July 23 at Quail Botanical Gardens, 230 Quail Gardens Drive.Cost is $30 to $35. Call (760) 436-3036, Ext. 206.

R&B takes over gardens

ENCINITAS -- Audiences will enjoy the musical sounds of R&B with Ken Schoppmeyer and the King Biscuit Revue from 5 to 8 p.m. Aug. 6 at Quail Botanical Gardens, 230 Quail Gardens Drive.Cost is $30 to $35. Call (760) 436-3036, Ext. 206.

Peter Sprague performs Aug. 20

ENCINITAS -- The Quail Botanical Gardens' outdoor concert series wraps with a performance by jazz guitarist Peter Sprague and friends from 5 to 8 p.m. Aug. 20 at Quail Botanical Gardens, 230 Quail Gardens Drive.Cost is $30 to $35. Call (760) 436-3036, Ext. 206.

Learn topaint flowers

CARDIFF -- MiraCosta College's Community Services Program will offer "Focus on Flowers: Beginning Watercolor Part II," from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Aug. 7 to Aug. 28 in Room 206 of MiraCosta College's San Elijo Campus, 3333 Manchester Ave. Students will focus on drawing, composing and painting flower arrangements; techniques for painting berries, seed pods and fruits; and painting cacti and succulents.Students should bring their own watercolor supplies to class. Cost is $78. Call (760) 795-6820 or visit the Web site at http://www.miracosta.edu/commsvcs.

Chamber counsels small business

CARLSBAD -- The Small Business Success Center, located in the CarlsbadChamber of Commerce office, has a regular schedule of counselorswho donate their time to help business entrepreneurs.

The Success Center also hosts workshops and financial consultations to meet the needs of new and growing businesses. Call Andrea Korogi at (760) 931-8400; e-mail akorogi@carlsbad.org; or visit the Web site at http://www.carlsbad.org.

City hosts TGIF outdoor concert

CARLSBAD -- The city of Carlsbad hosts the free family-friendly outdoor jazz concert by Zydeco rockers Geno Delafose & French Rockin' Boogie from 6 to 8 p.m. today at Stagecoach Park, 3451 Camino de los Coches. Call (760) 434-2904.

Library hosts jazz concert

CARLSBAD -- The Carlsbad City Library will feature jazz vocalist Rosemary Watson and her Healing Tonics at 2 p.m. June 25 in the Ruby G. Schulman Auditorium, Carlsbad City Library, 1775 Dove Lane. Call (760) 602-2012.

Muslim experts speaks at GOP luncheon

CARLSBAD -- Carlsbad Republican Women will host John Steel, an expert on Muslim religion and culture, at the lunch meeting at 11 a.m. June 27 at the Olympic Hotel and Resort, 6111 El Camino Real. Steel is the former chief of Medical Staff at Scripps Memorial Hospital and a former Navy pilot. Call (760) 434-6478.

Parkinson's group meets June 27

CARLSBAD -- The Carlsbad Parkinson's support group will meet at 6:30 p.m. June 27 at the Sunrise Assisted Living at La Costa, 7020 Manzanita St. near Aviara Parkway at El Camino Real. Call Thelma Balbes at (760) 918-9887.

TGIF Jazz in the Park

CARLSBAD -- The city of Carlsbad hosts the free family-friendly outdoor jazz concert by Caribbean musician Emeline Michel from 6 to 8 p.m. June 30 at Stagecoach Park, 3451 Camino de los Coches. Call (760) 434-2904.

Film nights at Carrillo Ranch

CARLSBAD -- See rare historic films from the Golden Age of Hollywood, featuring actor Leo Carrillo, at the star's ranch retreat, now a Carlsbad historic landmark. "American Empire" (1942) will screen at 8 p.m. June 30 at the Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park, 62000 Flying LC Lane. Call (760) 476-1042.

City hosts West Coast blues band

CARLSBAD -- Join in the fun at the free outdoor jazz concert hosted by the city of Carlsbad featuring Rod Piazza & the Mighty Flyers playing West Coast Blues from 6 to 8 p.m. July 7 at Stagecoach Park, 3451 Camino de los Coches. Call (760) 434-2904.

Film nights at Carrillo Ranch

CARLSBAD -- "Too Hot to Handle" (1938) will screen at 8 p.m. July 7 at Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park, 62000 Flying LC Lane. An episode of "The Cisco Kid" will be shown before the featured film. Call (760) 476-1042.

Film nights at Carrillo Ranch

CARLSBAD -- See rare historic films from the Golden Age of Hollywood, featuring actor Leo Carrillo, at the star's ranch retreat, now a Carlsbad historic landmark. "Flirting With Fate" (1938) will screen at 8 p.m. July 14 at the Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park, 62000 Flying LC Lane. An episode of "The Cisco Kid" will be shown before the featured film. Call (760) 476-1042.

'Desperado' screens at Carrillo Ranch

CARLSBAD -- The Leo Carrillo film, "The Gay Desperado" (1936), will screen at 8 p.m. July 21 at the Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park, 62000 Flying LC Lane. An episode of "The Cisco Kid" will be shown before the featured film. Call (760) 476-1042.

Gypsy concertset for July 23

CARLSBAD -- The Carlsbad City Library will feature Gypsy jazz by Hot Club of San Diego at 2 p.m. July 23 in the Ruby G. Schulman Auditorium, Carlsbad City Library, 1775 Dove Lane. Call (760) 602-2012.

Barreiro performsVenezuelanharp

CARLSBAD -- The Carlsbad City Library will feature the performance by Venezuelan harpist Carmen Barreiro at 2 p.m. Aug. 20 in the Ruby G. Schulman Auditorium, Carlsbad City Library, 1775 Dove Lane. Call (760) 602-2012.

Dance Unlimited revue planned

OCEANSIDE -- Dance Unlimited Dance Studio of Oceanside will present its 17th annual Dance Revue, "Rockin' The House," at noon and 6 p.m. June 24 and 25 at the Truax Performing Arts Theatre, El Camino High School, 400 Rancho del Oro Drive.

Students of all ages will perform tap, jazz, ballet, lyrical, hip-hop and clogging routines. TIckets cost $15 and will be available at the door. For more information, call the studio at (760) 722-3262 or visit their http://www.danceunlimited.info.

Dance recital planned

Ariel's Dance Studio will hold its 14th Annual Dance Recital, "A Little Off Broadway," at 6:30 p.m. today and 3:30 p.m. June 24 at the Star Theatre, 402 N. Coast Highway, Oceanside. Dancers, who range in age from 3 to adult, will perform ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, salsa and Polynesian numbers with a Broadway theme. Tickets cost $12 for adults and $8 for children 12 and younger. For tickets and more information, call the studio at (760) 722-7021.

Progressive Grandmothers to meet

RANCHO BERNARDO -- The Progressive Grandmothers for Political Action will meet at 1 p.m. June 27 in the Community Meeting Room at the Remington Club Phase II, 16916 Hierba Drive. Larry Howe, a retired CIA operative who served in the Middle East, will talk about his experiences in the world of International espionage. Call (858) 451-0625.

Learn 'The Joy of Jewish Baking'

POWAY -- Ner Tamid Synagogue will present a four-session cooking course titled "The Joy of Jewish Baking" in the kitchen at the synagogue, 15318 Pomerado Road.

Classes will meet from 4:30 to 6 p.m. July 19 and 26 and Aug. 9 and 16. Instructor Rae Harvey will teach students how to make delicacies such as knishes, mandel bread, strudel and latkes.

The intergenerational course is designed for adults and children ages 9 and older. Children must be accompanied by an adult student.

Cost is $5 per session per student. To reserve a space, call (858) 513-8330 or e-mail nertamid@sbcglobal.net. For information, go to http://www.nertamidsd.org.

Entrants sought for Fourth of July contest

RANCHO BERNARDO -- Entrants are sought for the Rancho Bernardo Wheels on Parade Contest set for July 4. There is no cost or age limit. Family entries are encouraged. Participants are eligible to receive award ribbons in the following categories: baby buggies, bicycles, roller skates, skateboards, strollers, wagons, tricycles, wheelchairs and Big Wheels.

All entries should be decorated to reflect a patriotic theme and all entrants should wear appropriately decorated attire, as well as helmets, pads, etc. Entrants must meet for judging at 3:30 p.m. in the parking lot next to Round Table Pizza in the Rancho Bernardo Plaza. They will organize in formation for the parade immediately following the judging.

For information, call Stephanie Wiesenfarth at (858) 485-5384.

Volunteers sought to give seniors a lift

NORTH COUNTY -- Rides and Smiles is seeking volunteers in the Rancho Bernardo, Poway and Rancho Penasquitos areas to drive a senior neighbor to doctor's appointments and on other errands. Volunteers use their own vehicles, receive liability insurance and mileage reimbursement, and chose which rides, if any, to give from a weekly list of ride requests. For information, call (858) 674-1124.

Pomerado Hospital seeks volunteers

POWAY -- Pomerado Hospital, 15615 Pomerado Road, is seeking volunteers for its reception desks, gift shop, emergency room, parking lot shuttle and other positions. An adult volunteer also is needed to coordinate student volunteers. For information, call (858) 613-4659.

Celtic band to perform in San Marcos

SAN MARCOS -- San Marcos Community Services invites the community to an evening of Celtic music with the band Strange Woods at 7:30 p.m. June 24.

The concert is part of the city's monthly Summer Concerts in the Gardens series and will be held 'in the gardens' at the Wood House in Woodland Park, 1148 Rock Springs Road, San Marcos. Other bands scheduled in the series are the Fabulous Woodies (oldies) on July 22 and Dylan's Steel Band (Caribbean) on Aug. 26.

Concert-goers should bring low-back beach chairs or blankets for picnic seating. Desserts and beverages will be available for purchase.

Tickets cost $5 and can be purchased at the door or in advance at the San Marcos Community Center, 3 Civic Center Drive. Admission is free for children younger than 10. For information, call (760) 744-9000.

SM Kiwanis Club plans July 4 blood drive

SAN MARCOS -- The Kiwanis Club of San Marcos will host a San Diego Blood Bank blood drive from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. July 4 in the parking lot at 1093 Rock Springs Road.

All donors will receive a free barbecue lunch courtesy of the Kiwanis Club of San Marcos and a voucher for a free Hornblower Cruise.

To schedule an appointment, call the Kiwanis Call Center at (760) 471-3201 or log on to http://www.sandiegobloodbank.org (enter sponsor code KCSM).

For information, call (800) 4MY-SDBB or visit the Web site listed above.

San Marcos youth earns Congressional Award Gold Medal

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Daniel Parker of San Marcos received The Congressional Award Gold Medal, Congress' highest honor for youth service, at a June 21 ceremony in Washington, D.C. Members of Congress, including Senate and House Leadership, presented Daniel, along with 242 other young awardees, with Gold Medals in ceremonies held on Capitol Hill.

In earning the prestigious medal, Daniel completed more than 400 hours of Voluntary Public Service by building three portable planter boxes for disabled youths at a Vista school, where the students could plant flowers and vegetables.

The Congressional Award Foundation encourages participants to be well-rounded by setting goals in personal development, physical fitness and cultural exploration. Daniel wanted to earn the Civil Air Patrol rank of sergeant for his Personal Development goal, which he accomplished by taking leadership courses and being on the Color Guard. For his Physical Fitness goal, Daniel aimed to shorten his running time, which he accomplished by running multiple times throughout the week and by learning karate. For his Expedition, Daniel took part in a trek to Philmont, where he backpacked for 10 days.

Archaeologist to discuss diet of early Texans

RANCHO PENASQUITOS -- The San Diego Archaeological Society will present "Putting Dinner on the Table in the Texas Archaic," a free lecture by New Mexico State archaeologist Glenna Dean, Ph.D., at 8 p.m. June 24 at the Los Penasquitos Ranch Adobe.

Dean will discuss her analysis of desiccated human feces (coprolites) from archaic southwest Texas. This study of what is possibly the earliest organized latrine in the United States provided important data about the ethnobotany and cultural ecology of prehistoric southwest Texans.

For directions and information, go to http://www.sandiegoarchaeologicalsociety.com.

Parking lot sale on tap in Julian

JULIAN -- Local residents and antique dealers will come together for a parking lot sale beginning at 9 a.m. June 24 at Wynola Junction Antiques & Collectibles, 4326 Highway 78, three miles west of Julian.

Scottish Highland Games upcoming

VISTA -- The 33nd annual San Diego Scottish Highland Games & Gathering of the Clans will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 24 and 25 in Brengle Terrace Park, 1200 Vale Terrace Drive. There will be Highland dancing, bagpipe and drumming competitions, sheep dog trials, Scottish country dancing, food, drink and merchandise. There will also be a free concert the evening of June 23 in downtown Vista. Call (760) 726-3691 or (619) 425-3454.

Puppy Love Party at Belly Up

SOLANA BEACH -- The North County Humane Society & SPCA will team up with the Belly Up Tavern to host another Puppy Love Party from 8 to 10 p.m. June 28 at the Belly Up, 143 S. Cedros Ave.

The Puppy Love Party is a mix-and-mingle for local professionals and singles to help raise funds to support the local animal shelter. It will feature the popular Hunks for Hounds bachelor auction and Hotties for Hounds bachelorette auction. Guys and gals ranging in age from 20s to 40s will be auctioned off to raise money for the 6,000 lost and unwanted animals that come through the doors of the NCHS each year. All proceeds will go directly to the care of the homeless animals.

The event will feature food, entertainment and a silent auction. New to the event will be the "Hair of the Dog" after-hours party, including a live band starting at 10 p.m. The party is free to those who attend the Puppy Love Party. All others are admitted with a $10 donation.

Tickets for the Puppy Love Party are $30 thereafter at the door. VIP tickets are $75 and include early admission to fraternize with the bachelors and bachelorettes from 7 to 8 p.m., all-access seating at the event with a personal auction bidder, unlimited appetizers and drinks during the pre-party.

Tickets are available by calling Diane Michael at (760) 757-HELP, Ext. 1230, e-mailing dmichael@nchumane.org, or purchasing them at the Belly Up Tavern. For more information, visit http://puppyloveparty.org.

Chat with the Cat in the Hat

VISTA -- Moonlight Angels Auxiliary will host a lunch and a "Chat with the Cat in the Hat" at 11:30 a.m. July 8 at the Moonlight Amphitheatre Patio, 1400 Vale Terrace Drive. This whimsical occasion celebrates the opening show of Moonlight Stage Productions summer season, "Seussical the Musical," which runs from June 28 to July 9. Guests will meet actors from the production and have the special opportunity to take a behind-the-curtain tour of the set. Other activities include various crafts and a hat-making contest.

Tickets are $15 per person. The event is open to all ages, but adults must be accompanied by children. Send reservations by June 30 to the Moonlight Angels Auxiliary, P. O. Box 3403, Vista, CA 92085. Please note the number of children in your party. Tables may be reserved for four, six or eight people.

Moonlight Angels is an auxiliary of the Moonlight Cultural Foundation and all proceeds benefit Moonlight Stage Productions. Call (760) 414-1303.

Civil War re-enactment upcoming

VISTA -- The fifth annual Civil War Re-Enactment will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 8 and 9 at the Antique Gas & Steam Museum, 2040 N. Santa Fe Ave.

The event will recreate the era of the American Civil War, featuring live battle scenes, complete with a battery of authentic period cannons. There will be tours of the museum's extensive collection of antique equipment and grounds, period music, Civil War arts and crafts vendors and an assortment of food and drink.

Battles will take place at noon and 3 p.m. Saturday and noon and 2:30 p.m. Sunday. Artillery and field demonstrations will be held at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. both days.

Cost is $10 adults, $8 for seniors age 62 and older, $5 for children age 11 and younger and free for children younger than 5 are free. Parking is $2. For more information, call (805) 496-6036 or (760) 941-1791 or visit http://www.goldcoastfestivals.com.

Senior center holds ballroom dance

OCEANSIDE -- The Oceanside Senior Center will hold a ballroom dance featuring music by The Tenor Tones from 3 to 5 p.m. June 25 at 455 Country Club Lane. Admission is $4 and anyone 55 and older is welcome. Refreshments will be served. Call (760) 435-5250.

'Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill' to be shown

OCEANSIDE -- The Buena Vista Audubon Nature Center will host a showing of the documentary "The Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill" at 7 p.m. June 28 at 2202 S. Coast Highway. The public is invited to watch this acclaimed film dramatizing the lives and personalities of a flock of cherry-headed conures in San Francisco. Social starts at 7 p.m. and the movie starts at 7:30 p.m. Call (760) 439-2473.

Become a smart consumer

OCEANSIDE -- MiraCosta's Community Services Program will offer a one-day workshop on being a S.M.A.R.T. (save money and reduce taxes) consumer from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. June 24 in Room 3101 at MiraCosta College, 1 Barnard Drive. Topics covered in this course include:

- How to pay off your debts in half the time;

- Why you don't want to pay off your home;

- If you're not a homeowner, how to become one quicker;

- Where to get a free copy of your credit report;

- Why you don't need wealth to have a wealthy attitude;

- How to save less money and accumulate a bigger balance;

- The hidden time bomb in your retirement plan.

Fee for this course is $41, workbook included. Bring a calculator and a list of your debts, including balances, interest rates and payments. To register, call (760) 795-6820 or register online at http://www.miracosta.edu/commsvcs.

Mission Marketplace sponsors essay contest

OCEANSIDE -- Mission Marketplace is sponsoring an essay contest in support of the troops. "Why I Appreciate the Military" is the theme of the contest. Each essay must contain at least 300 words but no more than 500 words. Essays may be typewritten or legibly handwritten and must be double-spaced. The contest is open to all ages. Contestants can only submit one essay. Deadline is July 5. To enter, mail essays and contact information to "Why I Appreciate the Military," NewMark Merrill Companies, 427 College Blvd, Suite K, Oceanside, CA 92057, or e-mail to wmaze@newmarkmerrill.com. Include a name, address and phone number. For more information, call (760) 630-8247.

Junior Seau is Grand Marshal of parade

OCEANSIDE -- NFL All Pro linebacker Junior Seau will be the Grand Marshall for the 13th Annual Freedom Days Parade in downtown Oceanside. A native of Oceanside, Seau attended Oceanside High School and the University of Southern California prior to being drafted by the San Diego Chargers in 1990. Number 55 was a fan favorite, playing 13 years with the San Diego Chargers and three years with the Miami Dolphins. In 2002 he was voted to a record 12th consecutive Pro Bowl appearance.

The theme of this year's parade is "Proud to Be an American." The weekend celebration starts at 5 p.m. June 30 with a carnival located at the corner of Mission Avenue and Myers Street. The carnival will be underway from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. July 1, 2 and 3; and 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. July 4.

The parade festivities kick off at 10 a.m. July 1 at Wisconsin Avenue on South Coast Highway moving north to Civic Center Drive. Music will be provided by four marching bands, floats, walking parties and more.

The O'Fest Street Fair will offer crafts, international food, retail and information booths. The street fair will be open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. July 3; and 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. July 4. O'Fest will continue throughout July 4 until sunset when the holiday comes to a grand close with a fireworks display. This year, KYXY will provide a music simulcast to accompany the fireworks.

The entire cost of the fireworks show (current cost is $30,000) is paid for by funds raised during the event by MainStreet Oceanside. To make a donation or for volunteer opportunities, visit http://www.oceansidefireworks.com, call (760) 754-4512 or fax (760) 754-4547.

Masons participate in parade

OCEANSIDE -- Surfside Lodge No. 112 F&AM Prince Hall Affiliated, will participate in the Freedom Days Parade July 1 under the supervision of Worshipful Master Ernest Pierce Jr., Senior Warden Floyd Gaskins and Junior Warden Curtis Dydell.

Dress for this occasion is black suit, black tie, black shoes, white shirt, gloves and aprons. The group will gather at Wisconsin Avenue and South Coast Highway at 8:30 a.m. All F&AM Prince Hall masons from all jurisdictions are encouraged to attend. For more information, call Past Master Cole at (760) 277-3416.

Tai Chi classes offered

OCEANSIDE -- Tai Chi classes will be offered at 11 a.m. Mondays at the John Landes Recreation Center, 2855 Cedar Road and at 1 p.m. at the Beach Recreation Center, 300 N. The Strand July 10 through 31. Cost for four classes is $16. Call (760) 435-5545 or (760) 435-5233.

Career training programs offered

MiraCosta College offers career training programs in partnership with Gatlin Education Services. These programs prepare students for developing expertise in their desired career field and/or prepare them for industry certification exams. Upon successful completion of a program, students will receive a certificate of completion from MiraCosta College. Certificates are available in health care; business; internet; design and technical; and networking and COMPTIA training programs. Detailed program outlines, descriptions and demos are available at http://www.gatlineducation.com. Additional information can be obtained through the MiraCosta College Community Services Program at (760) 795-6820.

Rummage sale benefits Girls Inc.

Girls Inc. will hold a rummage sale from 7 a.m. to noon June 24 at 735 Avenida de Benito Juarez. All proceeds benefit Girls Inc.'s mission to inspire all girls to be strong, smart and bold. Call (760) 643-4067.