TEMECULA - Mathew Alan Nunez from Red Mountain Christian School took home the $200 prize purse at the Temecula Noon Rotary Club's eighth annual Rotary Music Contest with his piano performance of February from the Seasons OP .37b by Tchaikovsky.

Second-place finisher Marie Forney, from Murrieta Valley High School, played Concerto in D Major - Allegro Aperto by Mozart on the flute and won a $100 prize.

Mathew and Marie advanced to semifinal competition.

Brian Choi from Vista Murrieta High School finished third with his performance of Fantaisie - Impromptu by Chopin and will be invited to the semifinals along with alternates Reinie Seibold and Andrea Leiterg.

Local students competed Feb. 21. Vocalists and instrumentalists performed in front of the more than 125 Rotary Club members and guests.

Participants were:

Mathew Alan Nunez, Red Mountain Christian, piano; Marie Forney, Murrieta Valley High School, flute; Brian Choi, Vista Murrieta High School, piano; Alyssa B. Solie, Terebinth Academy, piano; Grace Marie Lambert, Calvary Chapel Academy, piano; Alexandra Martinez, Vista Murrieta, piano; Josiah Tolopilo, home school, piano; Alexes Gershick, Great Oak High School, vocal; Andrea Leitereg, Chaparral High School, vocal; Rosslyn E. Armstrong, Chaparral, vocal; Reainie Seibold, Temescal Canyon High School, vocal; and Michelle Kristen Bakerink, home school, vocal.

The judges were Dave Norman, Marti Treckman, Eve Craig and Jon Laskin.

Winners from each Rotary club will perform at the semifinals in April and finalists will be invited to perform at the Rotary District 5330 Conference in June in Cathedral City.

Elks Americanism Essay Contest

TEMECULA - A total of 630 students from Temecula and Murrieta middle schools participated in the Temecula Valley Elks Lodge Americanism essay contest.

The program was developed by the Elks Grand Lodge as a way to teach students about American heritage and to believe in the American Dream. The theme was, "Why I am proud to be an American."

The Category I (sixth grade) winners were: first place, Nathan Kilambi, Temecula Middle School; second, Lexi Lorah, Temecula Middle School; third, Michelle Stone, Linfield Christian School.

The Category II winners (seventh and eighth grades) were: first, Mitchell Johnson, Linfield Christian School; second, Ashlee Amatulli, Van Avery Prep; third, Rachael Brady, Van Avery Prep.

CLUB NEWS

History group to meet Friday

TEMECULA - Doc Lane, a longtime Old Town Temecula Merchant, will be the speaker when the Temecula Valley Historical Society holds its monthly meeting at noon Friday in the community room of the Grace Mellman Library.

For many years, Lane and his wife have operated a western artifacts store in Old Town and he will describe what it was like being a business person in Old Town in past years and at the present time.

The library is at 41000 County Center Drive. For information call 699-9872.

Sons of Norway meet in Temecula

TEMECULA - The Sons of Norway, Temecula Lodge, will hear about the Viking runic alphabet when they meet at 11 a.m. Saturday at Grace Mellman Library.

The meeting is open to anyone interested in the culture and people of Norway and other Scandinavian countries.

The library is at 41000 County Center Drive. For information, call Eileen Andersen at 654-6950.

Computer users group to meet

TEMECULA - The Temecula Valley Computer Users Group will meet at two locations Saturday.

At 9:30 a.m. at the Rancho California Water District headquarters, club member Mike Loring will discuss Windows XP, and answer questions.

The group will then reassemble at the new Temecula Public Library at 1 p.m., where club president Don Collier will give a talk entitled "Perfect Backup Approach for Hard Drives."

The water district is at 42135 Winchester Road and the library at 30600 Pauba Road. For information, call Jack Leathers at 699-9563.

Networking group to meet

MURRIETA - The monthly meeting of Temecula Connection, a business networking group, will be held from 8:30 to 10 a.m. March 7 at Honeycutt Farms restaurant.

Karen Robertson, from Giant Step Success, will talk about goal setting.

The restaurant is at 40477 Murrieta Hot Springs Road. For reservations or information, call Joan at 522-2697.

Think Tank seeks members

TEMECULA - The Think Tank group seeks members for brainstorming and problem solving.

The group, which meets at 1 p.m. Tuesdays at the new Temecula Library, will discuss just about any subject except politics and religion. It's a place to "bounce ideas around and maybe pick up a few," according to a news release.

The library is at 30600 Pauba Road. For information, call 695-3305.

Planning official to address group

MURRIETA - Angel Sanchez Jr. will talk about Growing the Republican Party when the Murrieta Republican Women Federated meets at 7 p.m. March 7.

The California Federation of Republican Women provides an avenue of political involvement for women who share the Republican philosophy.

The meeting will be at Murrieta Gardens Senior Living, 24200 Monroe Ave., Murrieta. For reservations, contact Sharon Dragonetti at 677-4465 or sharon.dragonetti@verizon.net.

Noted quilter to address guild

MURRIETA - Carol Doak, a teacher, lecturer and award-wining quilt maker, will speak when the Valley of the Mist Quilt Guild meets at 6:30 p.m. March 8 at the Lodge at the Four Seasons.

Doak, from Windham, N.H., will talk about "One Quilter's Journey," a story of her love of quilting. She will share her piecing techniques by displaying many of her works of art.

Her first book, "Easy Machine Paper Piecing," was printed in 1994, launching her popularized trademark technique. Doak has been named one of the top 10 quilt teachers and designers in the United States, and in 2004 she was nominated as one of the 24 All-American Quilters.

The Guild meets the second Thursday of the month at 29750 Willows Ave. For information, call Margaret Bingham at 677-1028.

New social club to meet

TEMECULA - The newly formed Encore Social Club invites members and prospective members to their monthly luncheon March 12 at Hungry Hunter.

In addition to monthly social gatherings, the club plans a barn dance, theater events, card parties and a trip to the Griffith Park planetarium.

Hungry Hunter is at 27600 Jefferson Ave. For information, call Nancy Waligorsky at 301-8098.

Temecula Rotary Triathlon upcoming

TEMECULA - The Rotary Club of Temecula will sponsor its 11th annual triathlon March 25 at the Community Recreation Center.

Triathlon and 5k run/walk starts at 8 a.m. and the Kids Fun Run is at 9:30 a.m. Registration opens at 6 a.m.

The race is a fundraiser for the Temecula Rotary's scholarship program. Fees are $10 for the children's events, $25 for the 5k, $49 for the triathlon and $65 for triathlon relay. It's $5 more on race days.

For information, visit temecularotary.com. The Community Recreation Center is at 30875 Rancho Vista Way.

Singers wanted for men's chorus

TEMECULA - The newly formed Temecula Men's Chorus is looking for singers. Experience is preferred, but not necessary.

The chorus seeks singers with above-average voices willing to commit to weekly rehearsals and periodic performances. Typical repertoire includes standards, show tunes, oldies, doo-wop and songs of faith.

There are no fees to join and ability to read music is not required.

For information, call Arbe Kraft at 600-7162.

Lions offer hearing aids

MURRIETA - The Murrieta Lions Club participates in a program that makes hearing aids available to qualified low-income persons.

After a doctor determines that a person is deaf because of physical conditions and a hearing specialist has performed an evaluative test, interested persons may contact the club to determine if they qualify for the program.

For information, call Tonia at 698-5242.

WHAT'S HAPPENING

Outlets plan youth, music events

LAKE ELSINORE - Kites, clovers and clocks will be among the events this month for the Lake Elsinore Outlets Kids Outlet, a program for mothers and their preschoolers.

The children's program meets from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. each Friday.

Programs are: Friday, Kite Day; March 9, Let's Play Private Eye; March 16, It's a Green Thing St. Patrick's Day Celebration; March 23, Little Builders; March 30, Learn to Tell Time.

The Outlets are at 17600 Collier Ave. For reservations for Kids Outlet or information on either event, call 245-0087 or visit www.lakeelsinoreoutlet.com.

Film series continues at college

MENIFEE - "Dark Day," a documentary about homeless people who live in an abandoned New York City railroad tunnel, will be screened at 1 p.m. Friday at Mt. San Jacinto College as part of the Amnesty International Club bimonthly film series.

Films will be shown every other week until May 16. The next film will be "The Global Banquet: The Politics of Food" on March 14.

The college is at La Piedra and Antelope roads. For information, visit www.msjc.edu/diversity/calendar.htm.

'Seussical' to be staged

MURRIETA - 'Seussical' will be performed by the Calvary Chapel Christian School drama department at 4 and 7:30 p.m. Friday and 1 p.m. Saturday.

A host of Dr. Seuss characters sing and dance their way teaching the lesson that "a person's a person, no matter how small."

Tickets are $6. For information, call the school at 834-9190. The school is at 24225 Monroe Ave.

CLUB MEETINGS

SENIOR GROUPS

Best Years 55+

Best Years 55+, a social group for Temecula Valley seniors, meets for dinner each Wednesday at area restaurants and also plans trips and outings to places such as the theater and sporting events.

Information, call Sharen Edie at 303-0518 or Helen Bolen at 677-8833.

Country Club Crowd

The Country Club Crowd, a group for single seniors, offers bowling, golf, dancing, theater outings and parties.

Information, Vi McFarland at 679-0820.

Seniors Golden Years Club

TEMECULA - The Seniors Golden Years Club of Temecula Valley plans social events and takes monthly trips.

Club meetings are at 12:45 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesday at the Mary Phillips Senior Center. There is a potluck at 4 p.m. on the first Wednesday and social nights on the second and fourth Saturday, alternating bingo and bunco.

The group also takes two to four trips a month. Information, Esther at 694-6466 or 694-6464.

Singles golf group

A senior singles golf group plays each Thursday at various courses throughout the area.

Information, 652-4356 or 677-6759.

Wildomar Senior Association

WILDOMAR - The Wildomar Senior Association meets for a potluck and program at 11:30 a.m. the first Tuesday of the month at Canyon Mobile Homes Clubhouse, 21601 Canyon Drive.

Information, Margie at 674-6820.

SERVICE CLUBS

Elks

Lake Elsinore Elks

WILDOMAR - The Lake Elsinore Elks Lodge meets at 7:30 p.m. the first four Tuesdays of the month at 33700 Mission Trail, Wildomar. Dinner is served from 4 to 7 p.m. Information, 674-6804.

Temecula Valley Elks

TEMECULA - The Temecula Valley Elks #2801 meets on the first, third, and fourth Tuesday of the month at the lodge, 28061 Diaz Road.

Dinner, which costs $6, is at 6 p.m. and the meeting is at 7 p.m. On the second Tuesday, there is a dinner for family members and guests. A potluck is held on fifth Tuesdays.

Information, 695-7470.

Kiwanis

Kiwanis Club of Temecula-Murrieta

TEMECULA - The Kiwanis Club of Temecula-Murrieta meets at 7:15 a.m. each Wednesday at Presto's Restaurant, 30590 Rancho California Road, C303.

Information, Tony at 334-8972 or e-mail kiwanistemecula@yahoo.com.

Lions

Murrieta Lions Club

MURRIETA - The Murrieta Lions Club meets at 6:30 p.m. the first Tuesday of the month at Chancellor Place.

Information, 698-5242.

Rotary

Rotary Club of Southwest California

TEMECULA - The Rotary Club of Southwest California meets from 5:45 to 7 p.m. Tuesdays at Mazzaro's, 27644 Ynez Road, M11.

The cost, including dinner, is $15 for members and $20 for guests.

Information, Sandy Dodson at 676-8166.

Rotary Club of Temecula

TEMECULA - The Rotary Club of Temecula meets at noon Wednesdays at the Sizzler restaurant, 27717 Jefferson Ave.

Visitors are welcome, but they must RSVP with either membership committee chairman Chad Hensley at 377-2423 or attend as the guest of a Rotarian.

Rotary Club of Temecula Sunrise

TEMECULA - The Rotary Club of Temecula Sunrise meets at 7 a.m. Tuesdays at Presto's Gourmet restaurant, 30590 Rancho California Road.

Visitors are welcome as guests of Rotarians. Call 698-6116.

SINGING GROUPS

Canyon Lake Choraleers

CANYON LAKE - The Canyon Lake Choraleers is looking for anyone who can carry a tune and enjoys singing.

The group rehearses from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesdays at Canyon Lake City Hall. There is a membership fee each season. The group puts on various performances throughout the year.

For information, call Candy Peterson at 244-8715 or Jonnie Rice at 244-0234.

Sun City Choral Club

SUN CITY - The Sun City Choral Club is looking for singers. All voices are needed.

There are no auditions and reading music is not required. The group rehearses at 1 p.m. Mondays.

For information, call Fran at 301-8705.

Windsong Harmony A Cappella Chorus

MURRIETA - The Windsong Harmony A Cappella Chorus is looking for women who like to sing and perform with others.

The group meets from 1 to 3 p.m. Tuesdays at Murrieta Senior Center, 41717 Juniper St. For information, call Janet at 677-7762.

WOMEN'S CLUBS

Professional Women's Roundtable

MURRIETA - The Professional Women's Roundtable meets from 11:15 a.m. to 1 p.m. the first Thursday of the month at Sizzler, 40489 Murrieta Hot Springs Road.

The Roundtable is a nonprofit organization dedicated to assisting businesswomen seek, create and achieve success.

Information, call 852-4288.

Victorian Tea Society

The Victorian Tea Society has groups throughout Southwest Riverside County that meet monthly for enjoyment of tea and friendship.

Annual dues are $20 and there is a $10 monthly fee to help the hostess defray her costs.

Information, Julie at 674-8949 or www.thevictorianteasociety.com.

OTHERS

California Society of Tax Consultants

SUN CITY - California Society of Tax Consultants invites enrolled agents, certified public agents and California registered tax preparers to its dinner meeting from 5:15 to 8:30 p.m. the first Wednesday of the monthly at Boston Billie's restaurant, 26850 Cherry Hills Blvd.

The cost is $20 for members and $25 for others. Educational credits are available. Information, Denise at 677-2847.

Christian Businessmen's Fellowship

The Temecula Christian Businessmen's Fellowship meets regularly throughout the year and also conducts jail services.

Information, 506-6495 or 676-0353.

English Club

TEMECULA - The English Club, for English learners who want to practice with native speakers, meets from 7 to 9 p.m. Fridays at the Temecula Valley International Center.

There is no cost to attend. The center is at 28780 Single Oak Drive, Suite 210. Information, 693-9184 or e-mail: info@csofe.com.

Gem of the Valley Art Association

MURRIETA - The Gem of the Valley Art Association meets from 2 to 4 p.m. the first Monday of each month at Murrieta Senior Center, 41717 Juniper St.

Information, Pat, 696-8268.

Interfaith Council

The Interfaith Council, a body of faith-based community representatives, is open to all who seek to unite in mutual support, study, dialogue and action. The group meets at noon the second Thursday of the month at Pat & Oscar's restaurant, 29375 Rancho California Road, Temecula.

Information, Council Secretary Larry Slusser, 694-3312 or larrysl@msn.com.

Piano Guild

WILDOMAR - Local piano teachers seeking to improve their teaching skills and strategies are invited to join the Wildomar Piano Guild. The group meets at 7 p.m. the first Monday of the month to study piano technique, music history, theory, harmony and composition.

An annual May public recital put on by volunteer members will culminate the guild's activities.

For information and location, call Victor Peiffer at 201-9383.

Temecula Valley Homebrewers Association

TEMECULA - The Temecula Valley Homebrewers Association is dedicated to the science and art of home brewing, as well as occasional tasting parties.

The club is open to anyone interested in learning how to brew beer as well as seasoned brewers looking for people with similar interests. For information, call Jim Fritz at 674-4249.

Wood carvers

TEMECULA - Wood Carvers of Temecula Valley meets from 12:30 to 3 p.m. Fridays at Temecula Community Center.

The group is open to both seasoned carvers and beginners.

The Community Center is at 28816 Pujol St. For information, call Mary Jane at 699-5085.

- To have your club or organization added to this list, send the name of your group, time and location of your meeting and contact information to Community News, 28765 Single Oak Drive, Suite 100, Temecula, CA 92590 or e-mail the details to community@californian.com.