BONSALL - Golfers are still welcome for the third annual golf tournament sponsored by the Bonsall Chamber of Commerce scheduled for May 11 at the San Luis Rey Downs Golf Resort.

Registration begins at 11:30 a.m. with a 1 p.m. tee-off time for men and women. The $95-per-player entry fee includes a pre-tournament four-hole putting contest with three winners, the 18-hole round, golf cart, and green fees, golfers goody bag, three tickets for refreshments during play, and contests during play including the chance to win a new car or cash.

There also will be a post-tournament dinner with an entree choice of roasted prime rib or chicken Marsala with wine, plus side dishes and assorted desserts, and no-host bar. There will be door prizes for golfers and a cash prize for the winning team.

Proceeds from the event benefit chamber events such as the annual sheriff's appreciation day, Bonsall and Fallbrook student of the month programs, Bonsall Country Festival/Business Expo and other community activities.

For more information, or to make reservations, contact one of the committee members, Mary Jane Poulter, Bonsall Woman's Club representative, tournament chairman, (760) 801 7443; Tom Metler, Re/Max United, golfers' chairman, (760) 732-3355 or (760) 703-5104; Lido Favela, Ace Party Production Co., raffle/auction chairman, (760) 451-0639; and Susie Birchall, golf tee sign chairwoman, Fallbrook Flooring, (760) 728-8180.

Reche club plans spaghetti dinner

FALLBROOK - The Reche Community Club will have its first-ever spaghetti dinner May 19 at the clubhouse, which was the community's first school. Originally called "Fall-Brook School," the one-room schoolhouse was built in 1886 and is located at 1319 Live Oak Park Road.

Besides spaghetti, the menu for the dinner includes homemade sauce, meatballs, salad, garlic bread and ice cream or sherbet for dessert. Drink selections include coffee or punch. Sodas may be purchased separately. Tickets are $7 for adults, $5 for children younger than 12. Tickets are available from club members, at Major Market or by calling either Mildred Straight at (760) 728-3607; Shirley Keist at (760) 728-0110; or Doris Ham at (760) 728-9790. At time of purchase, indicate the seating time you prefer.

To add to the evening, author Rebecca Farnbach will be on site to sign her book "Images of Fallbrook," which she wrote with assistance from Reche Club member Margaret Ray. Copies will be available at the dinner for $20. For information, call Doris Ham at (760) 728-9790.

Openings still available for historical society luncheon

FALLBROOK - Reservations can still be made for the Fallbrook Historical Society's annual luncheon at 11 a.m. May 11 at the Grand Tradition. This year's honorees include longtime Fallbrook residents Dode Martin and Earl and Bev McDougal. This event is open to the community and anyone interested in learning more about the Historical Society is welcome to call for information and/or reservations. Cost is $18. Call Judy Gillespie at (760) 451-1572.

Amateur radio club to meet

FALLBROOK - The Fallbrook Amateur Radio Club will be meet at 3 p.m. May 5 the Roy Noon Hall, 231 E. Hawthorne St. The program will be a vintage movie "Voice of Victory" about Hallicrafters radios in the war. Models HT-4, BC-610, SCR-299. The Avocado Festival wrap-up will be covered. Visitors are welcome. Talk in 146.175+ 107.2

Visit the Web site at www.fallbrookarc.org.

Knitting group to meet

FALLBROOK - The local knitting group, the Knit Wits, will meet at 10 a.m. May 9 at the Fallbrook Senior Center at 399 Heald Lane. Ongoing projects include afghans, sweaters, hats, socks, slippers and anything that the families of the deployed servicemen can use. Anyone who knits or crochets is welcome to take part. Donations of good yarn and needles are welcome. Bring new items to show. For further information call GiGi at (760) 728-9074.

Boys & Girls Clubs sponsoring drawing

FALLBROOK - The Boys & Girls Clubs of North County is offering an opportunity drawing to win $10,000 cash. Tickets are $100, and only 300 have been printed. Second prize is a flat screen TV, and third prize is a laptop computer. Call (760) 728-5871 or visit www.bgcnorthcounty.com.

Angel Society awards grants

FALLBROOK - The Board of Directors for Fallbrook's Angel Society met recently and awarded funds totaling $15,500 to these nonprofit organizations:

• Boys & Girls Clubs of North County, to support their five Core Programs. (Character and Leadership Development, Education and Career Development, The Arts, Health and Life Skills, and Sports, Fitness and Recreation.)

• Fallbrook People to People, to help with operating expenses associated with finding and placing workers to fill the needs of residents of our community.

• Sullivan Middle School, to provide funds toward their annual trip to Washington D.C. Forty-eight students will participate in this year's trip.

• Student of the Month Program, to help fund the monthly awards breakfast at Fallbrook Golf Club.

• Bonsall Fallbrook Little League, to provide funds to support development of another playing area, work on improving grass, and correcting drainage problems.

The Fallbrook Angel Society uses proceeds from the Angel Thrift Shop, member dues, and other donations to fund requests for worthy community projects.

All of the merchandise sold in the Angel Shop comes from community donations. The Angel Shop is open for business from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and is located at 1002 S. Main Street.

Women Marines to meet

OCEANSIDE - The next meeting of the Edith Macias Vann Southern California Chapter of the Women Marines Association will be at 11:15 a.m. May 12 at Grandma's Hilltop Cafe in the Oceana Shopping Center, 539 Vista Bella. Social time will be followed by lunch served at 12:15 p.m. Cost of lunch is $12. The guest speaker will be Melissa Green, who will talk about the Veterans Advantage Program. The group meets monthly at the restaurant. Reservations for the May 12 meeting are due by May 7. Call Marie Proulx at (760) 433-1526.

Job's Daughters plans car wash

ESCONDIDO - Job's Daughter Bethel No. 154 of Escondido will hold a car wash from 8 a.m. to noon May 5 at the Escondido Masonic Center, 1331 S. Escondido Blvd. Cost is $5. For information, call (760) 480-6822.

Seniors offered array of services

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.) For information, call (760) 480-0611.

• Diabetes blood sugar screening will be offered from 7:30 to 9 a.m. May 5 and 19. Do not eat, drink or take medications before coming in. No appointment is necessary.

• The Better Breathers Club for people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, which includes asthma, chronic bronchitis and emphysema, will meet from 1 to 3 p.m. May 9.

• A blood pressure clinic is held Mondays - 8:30 to 9 a.m. for staff and volunteers and 9 to 10 a.m. for the general public.

• Seniors are invited to pick up informational fliers about the Home Energy Assistance Program, or HEAP. Qualifying applicants may be eligible to receive an additional credit toward their utility bill.

Best Foot Forward dance show set

ESCONDIDO - The Best Foot Forward dance studio of Escondido will present its competition team fundraiser show at 2 p.m. May 5 at San Pasqual Union elementary school, 15305 Rockwood Road. Tickets are $10. Information: (760) 489-5299.

Sale to benefit FFA chapter

ESCONDIDO - The Orange Glen High School chapter of the FFA will hold a rummage and plant sale from 7 a.m. to noon May 6 at the AG Farm, Midway Avenue and Valley Parkway entrance. Proceeds will help support the students while they are at the San Diego County Fair in Del Mar from June 25 through July 5. The students are working hard to raise animals, such as swine, goats, rabbits, turkeys and veal for showmanship and market classes. For information, contact FFA adviser Marni Moore at (760) 291-5000 or mmoore@euhsd.k12.ca.us.

Vaqueros horse show on tap

VALLEY CENTER - The Valley Center Vaqueros horse club will host its Old Timers and Kids Show at 9 a.m. May 6 at Aerie Park, Aerie and Betsworth roads. Cost is $5 per class; $4.50 for members. Information: Fran DeWilde, (760) 749-1339; Del Smith, (760) 746-5809.

Dos Valles Garden Club to meet

VALLEY CENTER - The Dos Valles Garden Club will meet at noon May 8 at St. Stephen Catholic Church, 31020 Cole Grade Road. The topic will be "How to Smell an Orchid: On the Plethora of Variables Involved in Smelling Orchids." For information, go to http://www.dosvallesgardenclub.org or call (760) 749-5078.

Walk through Old Escondido East

ESCONDIDO - Join Carol Rea for a free 90-minute historical walking tour of Old Escondido East starting at 6 p.m. May 8. The tour will begin at the southeast corner of Broadway and Grand Avenue.

Rea will point out all five homes that will be featured in the Old Escondido Mother's Day Home Tour, scheduled for May 13.

The monthly walks are presented as a public service by the Escondido Historical Society and the Escondido Citizens Ecology Committee. Preregistration is not necessary. Information: (760) 743-8207, http://www.escondidohistory.org.

2nd Tuesday Book Club to meet

ESCONDIDO - The Escondido Public Library invites readers to the next 2nd Tuesday Book Club meeting at 7 p.m. May 8 in the Turrentine Room at the library, 239 S. Kalmia St.

This month's selection is "The Other Boleyn Girl" by Philippa Gregory.

The 2nd Tuesday Book Club will continue with a discussion of "The Alchemist" by Paulo Coelho on June 12 and "The Memory Keeper's Daughter" by Kim Edwards on July 10.

Information: (760) 839-4601, http://www.library.escondido.org.

East Valley Association to meet

ESCONDIDO - A general meeting of the East Valley Association will be held at 8:30 a.m. May 9 at the East Valley Community Center, 2245 E. Valley Parkway. All business representatives, school administrators and residents of the East Valley are invited to attend. The association strives to improve the image and value of the area.

Coach Dennis Snyder and Shawn Roner of Escondido Charter High School will discuss the school's new state-of-the-art gymnasium and theater complex.

For information, go to http://www.eastvalleyassociation.com.

Teen summer clubs forming

ESCONDIDO - An orientation about Escondido Education COMPACT's teen summer clubs will be held from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. May 10 in the Vineyard Room at the East Valley Recreation Center, 2245 E. Valley Parkway.

Summer clubs meet one day each week during June and July to do community service from 1 to 3 p.m. Membership is open to all high school students, including this year's seniors, and to anyone who will be entering high school next fall. Any student who has not previously taken part in the summer clubs is required to attend orientation in order to pick up registration packets.

Registration will be held on a first-come, first-served basis from 3 to 6 p.m. May 11 at the COMPACT offices, 2247 E. Valley Parkway. Last year's summer club members are required to register again this year, and will receive their packets in the mail.

Information: Mr. Spohn at (760) 839-4652.

Hearing loss group to meet May 12

ESCONDIDO - The Hearing Loss Association of Escondido will meet from 10 a.m. to noon May 12 in the Joslyn Senior Center auditorium, 210 Park Ave.

The guest speaker will be Dr. David Michael Illich, chief of audiology for Palomar-Pomerado Health. There will be a coffee break and a 50-50 drawing.

For information, call Sylvia at (760) 745-5408.

Glassblowing studio celebrates 25th anniversary

ESCONDIDO - Escondido master glassblower Scott Kempton will celebrate the 25th anniversary of his studio, Blacksheep Glass, with an open house and glassblowing demonstrations from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 12 and 13. Kempton and other local artists will showcase their glassblowing techniques. The studio is at 1004 S. Hale Ave. Information: (619) 453-8642 or (760) 839-1216.

Children's museum to host activities

ESCONDIDO - The Escondido Children's Museum will host Second Saturday activities from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 12. Each hour, kids can do a different activity or project with a sun theme.

Activities are free with museum admission of $4. Information: (760) 739-9513, http://www.escondidochildrensmuseum.org. The museum is at 380 N. Escondido Blvd.

Art Connection lecture slated

ESCONDIDO - The Escondido Arts Partnership's Art Connection lecture series will present "The Art of Flower Arrangement" with landscape and gardening consultant Sharon Swildens from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. May 12 at the Escondido Municipal Gallery, 142 W. Grand Ave.

Swildens will share tips on how to arrange store-bought and garden flowers, what to do about greenery and what vases to use. After the talk and demo, she will present slides on the architecture of English gardens. Admission is free.

For information about Art Connection, go to http://www.escondidoarts.org or e-mail artconnect.eap@gmail.com.

'Living Luminaries' film will be shown

ESCONDIDO - A screening of the film "Living Luminaries (on the Serious Business of Happiness)" will take place at 6 p.m. May 12 at the Creative Center for Spiritual Living, 1330 E. Valley Parkway, Suite G. The inspirational film follows the film's writer and producer, Sean Mulvihill, on a quest to find the secret to obtaining true "happiness." Admission is $10. Tickets are available online at http://www.spiritualcinemanetwork.com or by calling (760) 443-3930.

Seniors offered personal response service

In commemoration of Older Americans Month, Palomar Pomerado Health is offering free installation on its Lifeline service. Lifeline also is offering Mother's Day gift certificates.

Lifeline is an easy-to-use personal response service that ensures older adults living at home will receive quick assistance whenever it is needed, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

By pushing a lightweight, waterproof button that can be worn around the neck or wrist, a subscriber has immediate access to a highly trained monitor who will assess the caller's situation and link each subscriber to the care they need.

Installation on Lifeline will be free through May 31; a savings of $75. The monthly service fee is $39, with no longterm contract required.

For information, call Jennifer Allen, PPH Lifeline coordinator, at (858) 675-5371 or go to http://www.pph.org.

Event with Anna Nicole Smith's sister canceled

ESCONDIDO - The May 5 discussion and booksigning event at the Escondido Public Library with Dona Hogan, sister of the late Anna Nicole Smith, has been canceled.

Democratic club to meet

ENCINITAS - The Rancho North Coastal Democratic Club will meet May 8 at the Encinitas Community Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Drive. Social time is 6:30 p.m. with the meeting at 7. Speaker Donald Cohen, executive director of the Center on Policy Initiatives, will discuss how CPI works to improve the low- and middle-income wage earners through grassroots citizen campaigns and how CPI was instrumental in passing living-wage legislation in San Diego. Information: (760) 942-9041 or yrralcutler@yahoo.com.

Women Marines to meet

OCEANSIDE - The next meeting of the Edith Macias Vann Southern California Chapter of the Women Marines Association will be at 11:15 a.m. May 12 at Grandma's Hilltop Cafe in the Oceana Shopping Center, 539 Vista Bella. Social time will be followed by lunch served at 12:15 p.m. Cost of lunch is $12. The guest speaker will be Melissa Green, who will talk about the Veterans Advantage Program. The group meets monthly at the restaurant. Reservations for the May 12 meeting are due by May 7. Call Marie Proulx at (760) 433-1526.

Gallery hosts art exhibit

SOLANA BEACH - Photographic exhibitions of "Michigan" by Jennifer Saracino and "Kings in Paradise" by Abe Ordover will be on view from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays and noon to 5 p.m. Sundays beginning May 10 through June 17 at the Ordover Gallery, 444 S. Cedros Ave., Studio 172. An artists' reception will be held from 6 to 8:30 p.m. May 17 at the gallery. Works by Lew Abulafia, Sharon Anthony, John D. Clark, Donna Cosentino, Peter Fay, Heidi Fickinger, Art Myers, Lisa Ross, Tom O. Scott and Blake Shaw will also be on exhibit. Information: call (858) 720-1121 or go to http://www.ordoverproject.com.

Toastmasters meets Thursdays

CARMEL VALLEY - Public speaking group, the Carmel Valley Toastmasters, meets at 7 a.m. Thursdays at DavenportMajor, Highlands Corporate Center,12770 High Bluff Drive, Suite 320. Visit the Web site at http://www.cvtm.org.

Bocce fans are on a roll

ENCINITAS - Bocce enthusiasts in Encinitas invite players of any age to participate. Games start at 6:30 p.m. Thursdays at Oakcrest Park, 1219 Encinitas Blvd. Call Joseph Granata at (760) 942-9675 or Mike Punaro at (760) 632-2258.

Soccer club recruits players

SOLANA BEACH - The Solana Beach Soccer Club is now registering players (by June 1) for the Fall 2007 season. If your child is interested in playing, visit the Web site at http://www.solanabeachsoccerclub.com.

Support group for military officers

SOLANA BEACH - The support group for active duty and retired military officers experiencing PTSD, depression and anxiety meets from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursdays at Solana Beach Presbyterian Church, 225 Stevens Ave. Psychotherapist Martin Landau-North, also Board Certified in Traumatic Stress, will facilitate the group once a month. The group is designed to help members achieve recovery through mutual support as well as provide updated information about causes and treatment, eliminating myths about anxiety disorders and depression. Spouses are welcome. Call Lisa Marcolongo at (619) 823-6139 or e-mail traumaticstressgroup@yahoo.com.

Kids dig for history

DEL MAR - The Del Mar Historical Society will offer the workshop for children, ages 6 and older, "Digging for History" from 10 a.m. to noon May 5 at the Del Mar Powerhouse, 1658 Coast Blvd. This hands-on workshop will teach children how to be detectives and what they can learn from literally digging in the sand and dirt. Participants will have a chance to use metal detectors and sieves in the sand to find real Del Mar treasures. Call (858) 794-0029.

Needlework fans meet May 8

ENCINITAS - Torrey Pine Needlers, the local chapter of the Embroiderers' Guild of America Inc., will hold its monthly meeting at 9:30 a.m. May 8 in the Community Room of San Diego Credit Union, 501 El Camino Real. The club meets at 9:30 a.m. the first Tuesday of the month. Call (760) 598-7885.

Garden hosts art workshop

ENCINTAS - Linda Luisi, trompe l' oeil artist, will lead the "Hands-On Art Appreciation" workshop from 9:30 to 11:30 am. June 7 at Quail Botanical Gardens, 230 Quail Gardens Drive. Cost is $30 plus $6 supplies fee. Information: call (760) 436-3036, Ext. 206, or (760) 944-7800 or go to http://www.lindaluisi.com.

Center offers overview

CARLSBAD - Carlsbad Senior Center Recreation Manager Gail Lynn will discuss what is happening at the center from 10 to 11 a.m. May 16 at the center, 799 Pine St. Call (760) 602-4654.

Medicare Part D workshop

CARLSBAD - Nick Salerno Jr., one of San Diego's leading authorities on Medicare coverage, will offer the Medicare Part D workshop from 10 to 11:30 a.m. May 22 at the Carlsbad Senior Center, 799 Pine St. Salerno is the owner of SSIS, an independent agency specializing in the Medicare field since 1982. Call (760) 602-4654.

Bluegrass band performs at library

CARLSBAD - The La Jolla Music Society will close its 2006-07 North County Series in Memory of Pat Stein with bluegrass band Virtual Strangers at 7:30 p.m. May 18 in the Schulman Auditorium, Carlsbad City Dove Library, 1775 Dove Lane. With three-part harmonies and guitar, mandolin, banjo and bass, the band performs a unique blend of traditional and progressive bluegrass material, ranging from Bill Monroe, Lester Flatt and Earl Scruggs to Blue Highway and Lonesome River Band. Local 16-year-old violist John-Michael Brooks will offer a pre-concert performance at 7 p.m. Cost is $20 adults and $5 children. Call (858) 459-3728 or visit the Web site at http://www.LaJollaMusicSociety.org.

Legoland to debut pirate attraction

CARLSBAD - LEGOLAND California will debute its attraction Pirate Shores, featuring the new ride Captain Cranky's Challenge, opening Memorial Day Weekend. Pirate Shores features five (wet) fun attractions designed for the whole family. Pirate Shores is the largest expansion in the park's history. Cost is $44 to $57. Parking is $10.

Call (760) 918-LEGO or visit the Web site at http://www.LEGOLAND.com.

Senior center offers rides

CARLSBAD - Carlsbad residents 60 years of age and older who cannot drive and is in need of transportation for medical appointments or grocery shopping now have someone to turn to. The Carlsbad Senior Center's Transportation Program could be your solution. Transportation for medical appointments is provided Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Appointments must be made at 2 p.m. or later and end by 4:30 p.m. Service area is limited. Wednesday afternoons are reserved for grocery shopping at Stater Bros. The first Thursday afternoon of the month transportation is provided to go to Wal-Mart or Trader Joe's. Mondays through Fridays, seniors can enjoy lunch at the Carlsbad Senior Center. The senior center provides transportation to and from the center. Call (760) 602-4650.

Nominees sought for nonviolence awards

SAN DIEGO - The Tariq Khamisa Foundation, dedicated to breaking the cycle of youth violence, is now accepting nominations for its 10th annual "Gandhi Nonviolence Awards." Include a brief description (at least 150 words) of why you think the nominee is deserving of the award, and give at least two specific examples. Nominees must reside in San Diego County. The application deadline is June 30. The awards ceremony will be held Oct. 6 at the Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice at the University of San Diego. Nomination forms can be found at the Web site, http://www.tkf.org, and submitted by email, mailed to TKF at 7490 Opportunity Road, Suite 202, San Diego, CA 92111, or fax to (858) 565-0818.

Fiesta de los Penasquitos on tap

RANCHO PENASQUITOS - The Rancho Penasquitos Town Council will sponsor the 12th annual Fiesta de los Penasquitos from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 6 on Black Mountain Road between Twin Trails Drive and Carmel Mountain Road. Admission is free.

The fiesta's theme this year is "Many People, One Community," with many of the festivities geared toward celebrating the different cultures in the community. The event will feature four entertainment zones - the Family Fun Zone, Adventure Zone, Community Zone and Carnival Zone. More than 300 vendors will offer arts and crafts, food, home improvement tips, a rock-climbing wall, contests and more.

Proceeds from the event will be returned to the community in the form of individual and organizational grant awards.

Information: http://www.fiestapq.com.

CVS to host blood drive

POWAY - CVS Pharmacy, at 12358 Poway Road, will host a San Diego Blood Bank blood drive from 1:30 to 7 p.m. May 7. The bloodmobile will be in the parking lot.

Anyone age 17 or older in good health and weighing at least 110 pounds may be eligible to donate blood. Eating a good meal before donating is recommended.

Information: (800) 4MY-SDBB or http://www.sandiegobloodbank.org.

Services offered for seniors

RANCHO BERNARDO - The following free services will be offered at Rancho Bernardo Senior Services, 16769 Bernardo Center Drive, Suite K-14.

• Consultations with an attorney, 1 to 3 p.m. May 7 and 14. Call for a 20-minute appointment.

• Consultations with certified financial planner Jeanni Harrison, 1 to 3:15 p.m. May 8. Call for a 45-minute appointment.

• Blood-pressure checks given by a nurse, 10 a.m. to noon May 9 and 16. No appointment is needed.

• Consultations with health insurance specialist Patty Ann Born, 9 to 11 a.m. May 11. Call for a 30-minute appointment.

• Simple wills created for seniors ages 55 and older, May 18 and 25. Call for an appointment with an attorney.

Office hours are from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays. Information: (858) 487-2640.

Workshop to focus on hormones

POWAY - The next "At Home in the Community" workshop will be held from 7 to 8:30 p.m. May 10 in the second-floor Community Room at San Diego National Bank, 16789 Bernardo Center Drive.

A leading health and wellness professional will discuss how by balancing their hormones, individuals can have balance in their lives.

Admission is free. Information: (858) 413-2116.

Jewelry making classes offered

POWAY - Stamping Details, at 14009 Midland Road, will offer these jewelry-making classes featuring stamp art. Information and registration: (858) 513-8024 or http://www.stampingdetails.com.

• "Memory Bracelet," 6 to 9 p.m. May 11. Cost is $38.

• "Fine Silver Jewelry Making With Rubber Stamps," 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 20 or June 24. Cost is $90.

• "Style Stones Pin," 6 to 8 p.m. May 14. Cost is $23.

• "Style Stones Bracelet," 6 to 8 p.m. May 22. Cost is $28.

GOP group holds cookbook fundraiser

RAMONA - The Intermountain Republican Women Federated will send 14 of its members to the National Federation of Republican Women's 34th Biennial Convention in September in Palm Springs.

To raise funds to help cover registration fees, the group is selling copies of its recently published cookbook, "Patriotic Provisions," which features 151 recipes collected from members.

Cost is $10. To purchase a copy, call (760) 788-8902.

Meeting to focus on NCTD Sprinter and youths

SAN MARCOS - The city's Youth Commission will meet at 4 p.m. May 7 in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 1 Civic Center Drive.

North County Transit District spokesman Tom Kelleher will talk about the light-rail Sprinter, how to use it and the ways it will benefit youth mobility in North County.

Interested students and parents are encouraged to attend. For information, call (760) 744-9000, Ext. 3503.

Restaurant to host Cinco de Mayo event

SAN MARCOS - Chicken Pie Diner & Filling Station in Old California Restaurant Row, 1021 W. San Marcos Blvd., will hold a Cinco de Mayo celebration May 5. The local band Disciples of Blues will provide music from 9:30 p.m. until closing. Food and drink specials will be available. For information, call (760) 591-9393.

PFLAG chapter to meet May 8

RANCHO BERNARDO - The San Diego North County Inland chapter of PFLAG (Parents, Friends and Families of Lesbians and Gays), a parent-led support group, will meet at 6:30 p.m. May 8 in the Community Room of the San Diego National Bank building, 16789 Bernardo Center Drive. Entry is through the double doors facing Bernardo Center Drive.

Information: Sue Fine, (858) 673-4560; Barbara Wohlmuth, (858) 485-6480; or pflag4sdnocty@san.rr.com.

Fabric painting classes offered

CARMEL MOUNTAIN RANCH - Classes in the "One Stroke" style of fabric painting developed by Donna Dewberry will be offered this month at Michael's arts and crafts store, 12060 Carmel Mountain Road. The schedule is as follows:

• "Seaside Landscapes," 10:30 to 1 p.m. May 11. Cost is $25 plus supplies.

• "Roses & Stripes," 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. May 25. Cost is $20 plus supplies.

For information or to sign up, call the store at (858) 675-1170.

CEC offers enrichment lectures

RANCHO BERNARDO - The Continuing Education Center at Rancho Bernardo offers college-level, non-credit enrichment lectures on a variety of subjects.

Upcoming lectures include the following:

• "Great Painters: Velasquez" by Dr. Eugene Marseglia, 10 a.m. May 8.

• "The Neolithic Revolution" by Bruno Leone, 1:30 p.m. May 9.

• "Benjamin Franklin," part three, by Dr. William Cheek, 1:30 p.m. May 10.

In addition, the CEC will host a free community lecture by political scientist Carl Luna at 7:30 p.m. May 10 at the Oaks North Community Center, 12578 Oaks North Drive. Luna's topic will be "Post-Scientific America: Politics in the Age of Irrationality." The lecture is co-sponsored by the North County Times. Reservations are not required.

The CEC's classrooms and office are at the Remington Club Phase II, 16916 Hierba Drive. Lecture fees are $7; $5 for members. The annual membership fee has been reduced through June to $15 for individuals and $25 for families.

Information: (858) 487-0464, http://www.cecrb.org.

Senior center to hold ballroom dance

OCEANSIDE - The Oceanside Senior Center will host the ballroom dance for seniors 55 and over from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. May 9 at the center, 455 Country Club Lane. Cost is $3. Single men free. Call (760) 435-5250.

O'side Christian Women's Club to meet

OCEANSIDE - Oceanside Christian Women's Club invites women of all faiths to its meeting and luncheon from 11:15 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. May 9 at the Flying Bridge restaurant, 1105 N. Coast Highway. There will be a presentation from See's Candy Shops Inc. along with music and an inspirational speaker. For reservations, call Joyce at (760) 967-8522.

One-day workshop for windows, walls

OCEANSIDE - Learn low-cost approaches to decorating "Windows and Walls" at MiraCosta College's Community Services Program's one-day workshop from 7 to 10 p.m. May 10 in Room 3205, 1 Barnard Drive. The workshop is designed to teach students to recognize window treatments and hardware, create wall galleries, and create a color board for planning and shopping. Cost is $54. Call (760) 795-6820 or http://www.miracosta.edu/commsvcs.

Annual Teen Expo set for May 12

OCEANSIDE - The city of Oceanside Parks & Recreation Division will host the third annual Teen Expo from noon to 3 p.m. May 12 at the Civic Center Plaza, 300 N. Coast Highway. The event will feature local colleges, retailers and youth organizations offering information on health and wellness, post high school education options, job and career opportunities, plus music. A youth summit for youth (ages 11 to 18) currently serving on a youth commission, advisory board, civic group or student government, will be held from 9 a.m. to noon in the Civic Center Council Chambers. Call (760) 435-551 or visit the Web site at http://www.ci.oceanside.ca.us.

College to host spring concert

OCEANSIDE - Three MiraCosta College vocal/choral ensembles, the MCC Chamber Chorale, the North Coast Concert Chorale and the jazz choir, "Frequency," will perform during the "Sing Into Spring" concert at 7:30 p.m. May 12 and 2 p.m. May 13 in the school's theater, 1 Barnard Drive. Cost is 8 to $10. Call (760) 6815.

MainStreet antique show set

OCEANSIDE - The seventh annual Antiques on Mission Spring show, sponsored by MainStreet Oceanside, will be held from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 13 along Mission Avenue, East of Coast Highway. The outdoor market will feature furnishings, collectibles, estate jewelry, fine arts and crafts as well as music and food booths. Call (760) 754-4512 or visit the Web site at http://www.msoceanside.com.

Jamestowne 400th anniversary feted

OCEANSIDE - James H. McCall and Martha Pace Gresham, descendants of early Jamestowne settlers Richard and Isabella Pace, and members of the Jamestowne Society, will host the luncheon celebrating the 400th anniversary of Jamestowne's founding at 11:30 a.m. May 14 in the Marina Room of the Jolly Roger Restaurant, 1900 Harbor Drive N. The discussion will be "Viewing Jamestowne Through a California Prism - How Did We Get Here and Why Are We Here?" Reservations required. Cost is $27.50. E-mail jameshmccall@yahoo.comjames.

Museum hosts travel luncheon

OCEANSIDE - The annual Oceanside Museum of Art Travel Luncheon will be held at 11:30 a.m. May 15 at Gigi's Italian Eatery, 2216 El Camino Real. Travel plans for 2007/2008 will be discusses as well as upcoming trips to Italy, Dallas/Ft. Worth, and the annual trip to the Palm Springs Film Festival. Cost is $20. Call (760) 721-2787.

Arts Alive fundraiser set for May 18

OCEANSIDE - The Arts Alive Auction & Fireworks Fundraiser will be held from 5 to 9 p.m. May 18 at the Elk's Lodge, 444 Country Club Lane. The event, sponsored by MainStreet Oceanside, will feature an all-you-can-eat buffet, silent auction and music. Call (760) 754-4512.

All-Class reunion slated at Heritage Park

OCEANSIDE - The Friends of Heritage Park Village Museum will sponsor its annual All-Class Reunion for Oceanside-Carlsbad Union High School, Oceanside High, the Junior Colleges, and Old Timers from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 10 at Heritage Park, Peyri Road, N. Camino Real and Mission San Luis Rey. Call Rita Gray at (760) 433-8297.

City offers summer camps

OCEANSIDE - The city of Oceanside Parks & Recreation Division has opened online registration for its summer 2007 day, specialty, and aquatic adventure camps. Camps begin June 18 and run for 10, one-week sessions, through Aug. 24. Call (760) 435-5041. Surf camp and aquatic camps require successful completion and passing of a swim test prior to registration and online registration is not available for those camps. Call (760) 435-5225.

VFW celebrates Cinco de Mayo

VISTA - VFW Post 7041 Ladies Auxiliary will celebrate Cinco de Mayo with chicken enchiladas with fideo, beans and salad from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. today at the post, 1717 E. Vista Way. Cost is $6.50. Grandma's burgers and fries will be served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 5; cost is $3.50. Chicken fried steak will be served from 8:30 to noon May 6; cost is $4.50. Steak, baked potato and salad will be served from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. May 8; cost is $6. French dip sandwiches will be served from 4 to 5 p.m. May 9. Cost is $4 from 4 to 5 p.m.; $5 after 5 p.m. Call (760) 724-7041.

Newcomers host talent show

VISTA - The Vista Friends and Newcomers will meet at 10 a.m. May 10 at Arcadia Place, 1080 Arcardia Ave. The meeting will include a talent show following the business meeting in the upstairs dining room at Arcadia Place. Call (760) 758-4120.

Computer workshop offered for seniors

VISTA - Seniors can learn the four aspects of working with pictures and photos and computers from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. May 14 and May 16 at the Vista Senior Center, 1400 Vale Terrace Drive (second entrance to Brengle Terrace Park). Students will insert graphics into Microsoft Word documents and learn to position inside or adjacent to text. Cost is $25 for both days. Bring pictures, and a re-writeable CD or flash drive. Pre-registration required. Call Leisa at (760) 639-6162.

Word Processing class offered

VISTA - Seniors can learn the ins and outs of word processing at the "Word Processing Made Simple" workshop offered from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. May 18 at the Vista Senior Center, 1400 Vale Terrace Drive (second entrance to Brengle Terrace Park). Students will learn how to format, use color, all about the right and left mouse, and cut, copy and paste like a pro. Cost is $15. Bring are-writeable CD or flash drive. Pre-registration required. Call Leisa at (760) 639-6162.

Christian women meet May 21

SAN MARCOS - The San Marcos-Vista Christian Women's Club luncheon, themed "May Baskets," will be held at 11:30 a.m. May 21 at the Lake San Marcos Country Club, 1750 San Pablo Drive. Author Judith Scharefenberg will discuss how to "Rise Above the Challenges With a Joyful Heart." The event will feature music by Melissa, and Jewel Turberville. Cost is $15. Call (760) 726-2927 or (760) 744-3744.

North County bird club to meet

VISTA - North County Aviculturists (bird club) will meet at 7 p.m. May 5 at the Vista Elks Lodge, 1947 E. Vista Way. Speaker will be Judy Dodd who will discuss why we need parrot rescue. The meeting is open to the public. Call (760) 728-2378.