Rock 'n' roll summer camp for kids 7-12

VISTA -- North County Academy of Music Performance will host its sixth annual "Rock 'N" Roll" summer camp for kids ages 7-12 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 6-27 on Mondays. Kids play electric guitar, bass, drums, keyboards and perform in a live concert at the end of each week. Instruments and materials provided. The cost is $180 for each one-week session. Visit ncamp.net. Call 760-631-0355.

Kid's college holds summer classes

VISTA -- The Kid's College, a nonprofit arts and enrichment organization, is offering summer enrichment programs for kids ages 6-12. The camps -- at Gallery 204, 204 Main St., and Alta Vista Gardens in Brengle Terrace Park, 1200 Vale Terrace Drive -- are from 9 a.m. to noon or 1 to 3 p.m. weekdays. Register and pay online at thekidscollege.org. Select 2009 Summer Programs. Call 760-207-6112. Programs include:

- July 6-10: Mixed Media Artist Studio, 1 to 3 p.m. for ages 6 to 11. Students will use pastels, watercolor and collage. Cost $78 per week.

- July 13-17: Sculpture and 3-D Art Studio, 1 to 3 p.m. for ages 7 to 12. Students will create a 3-dimensional world using a variety of materials. Cost $78 per week.

- July 20-24: Visual And Performing Arts Camp, 9 a.m. to noon for ages 7 to 12. Students will make healthy snacks before taking photos of gardens. Students should bring their own camera. Cost is $169.

- Aug. 3-7: Wonders of the Natural World Camp, D Art, Yoga, Drawing from Nature, 9 a.m. to noon for ages 7 to 12. Students will create works of 3D art and drawings. Yoga session kids will learn breathing exercises and experience beginning level stretching. Wear loose or stretchy clothes. Cost is $169.

Quilters to meet

VISTA -- Lynda Milligan and Nancy Smith of the Great American Quilt Factory & Possibilities in Colorado will be the guest speakers at the El Camino Quilters meeting from 9:30 a.m. to noon July 9 at 1132 N. Melrose Drive. Cost is $5. Free to members. Call 760-598-8289 or visit elcaminoquilters.com.

Parent-daughter workshops planned

VISTA -- Girls Inc. of San Diego County and the Vista Library are offering free parent-daughter workshops called "Growing Together" from 5:30 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. July 9. The July 9 program is for parents only. A second workshop, scheduled for 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. July 11, is for parents and their daughters. The program helps parents talk to their daughters about their values. Recommended for girls between ages 9-14. Register at 760-643-4067 or e-mail connie@girlsincsd.org. Visit girlsincsd.org.

Friends and newcomers group to meet

VISTA -- The Vista Friends and Newcomers will meet at 9:30 a.m. July 9 at Arcadia Place Retirement Home, 1080 Arcadia Ave. Call 760-758-4120.

San Marcos class of '79 seeking classmates

SAN MARCOS --- The San Marcos High School Class of 1979 is looking for classmates for its 30-year reunion Aug. 22. Details are posted on classmates.com and Facebook. E-mail guykarry@vcweb.org.

Creative Memories group meets

SAN MARCOS -- The San Marcos Senior Center has a Creative Memories scrapbooking group that meets from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. the second and fourth Mondays and from 4 to 9 p.m. the third Tuesday at 111 W. Richmar Ave. The fee is $5. Call 760-744-5535.

Line dance classes to be held

SAN MARCOS -- The San Marcos Senior Center has two line dancing classes. The class for beginners runs from 11 a.m. to noon Wednesdays. The class for intermediates is from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Mondays. Both take place at the center, 111 W. Richmar Ave. Cost is $4 per class. Call 760-744-5535.

Library hosts teen talent shows

CARLSBAD -- The Carlsbad Library will host "Teen Talent Shows" for students in grades seven through 12 at 7 p.m. July 9, July 26 and Aug. 6 in the auditorium, 1775 Dove Lane. July 9 is "Carlsbad Idol," patterned after the popular "American Idol" TV talent show. July 23 is a singing competition, and Aug. 6 is patterned after the TV show "So You Think You Can Dance." Registration required on the Tuesdays before the shows at 760-602-2058 or e-mail darin.williamson@carlsbadca.gov. Prizes will be awarded to all contestants, and the top three winners will receive special prizes.

Valley Center Museum re-elects officers

VALLEY CENTER -- All officers of the Valley Center History Museum were unanimously re-elected at the organization's annual meeting June 24. Members are: William Hutchings, president; Sarah Clayton, vice president; Nicky Lovejoy, treasurer; and Joyce Johnson, secretary. The board oversees the museum and the Valley Center Historical Society, and maintains the archival collection of local history books at the library.

Archaeological summer camp set for kids

ESCONDIDO -- The San Diego Archaeological Center will hold summer camp for second- through fifth-graders from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. July 13-17 at 1666 San Pasqual Valley Road. The camp combines lessons in art with science and history to provide a broader perspective of archaeology. Cost is $100 for members and $125 nonmembers. Each additional family member gets a 10 percent discount. Campers must bring a reusable water container, sunscreen, hat with wide coverage, eye protection, and adequate hiking shoes. Reserve at 760-291-0370 or e-mail acox@sandiegoarchaeology.org.

Art exhibition to be held

ESCONDIDO -- The Escondido Art Association will hold an exhibit titled "Noah's Art" from July 8 to Aug. 1 at 121 W. Grand Ave. All media are accepted. Up to three pieces can be dropped off between 2 and 6 p.m. July 6 for anyone wanting to compete in this juried show. A reception will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. July 11. Call 760-489-0338.

Encinitas library to host concert

ENCINITAS -- Friends of the Encinitas Library will host a free concert at 2 p.m. July 5 in the community room, 540 Cornish Drive. Nathan James is a one-man band playing guitar and stomping out time on his custom suitcase drum set while singing and blowing harmonica. Doors open at 1:30 p.m. Call 760-753-7376.

Women's group to meet

FALLBROOK -- The Fallbrook Women's Connection will meet from 10 a.m. to noon July 17 at Grand Tradition, 1602 S. Mission Road. A hair expert from the Charleston Spa and Salon will share tips on managing hair. Vivian Lee Baniak, a freelance writer, will talk about hope for hurting families. Mickeal McCool, worship arts pastor at Eastside Christian Church in Fullerton, will be the guest singer. Reserve at 760-723-1605 or 760-728-4513 by July. Child care is free with a reservation.

Parkinson's group to meet

CARDIFF -- The Cardiff North County Parkinson's Support Group will meet from 1 to 3 p.m. July 1 at Belmont Village, 3535 Manchester Ave. Care and Share meeting. Call 760-295-0540.

Kids' cooking class to be held

SOLANA BEACH -- The Boys and Girls Club of San Dieguito will hold a cooking class for kids ages 7 to 13 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 7 and 9 at 533 Lomas Santa Fe Drive. Cost is $32 for both classes and includes lunch. Register to 858-793-7345.

Loving Canines to host author Grandin

RANCHO SANTA FE -- Tender Loving Canines Assistance Dogs, Inc. will host a lecture by author Temple Grandin, professor of animal science and advocate for those with autism advocate, from 11 a.m. to 2 :30 p.m. July 8 at the Del Mar Country Club, 6001 Clubhouse Drive. The nonprofit organization features service dogs for families of children with autism in San Diego County. Proceeds will be used to help train dogs. Lunch will be provided. Books will be available for purchase and signing. Cost is $125. No tickets sold at the door. Buy tickets at tenderlovingcanines.org. Call 760-736-4852.