Boy Scouts to honor Wilson

TEMECULA -- Gerry Wilson will receive the Distinguished Citizen Good Scout of the Year Award from The Boy Scouts of America Tahquitz District on Oct. 1.

Wilson and his family founded Wilson Creek Winery in Temecula in 1996. He was born in Montana, but spent most of his youth in Minneapolis, where he was also a Boy Scout. He is the father of four and grandfather of seven.

The Distinguished Citizen Good Scout Award is presented to individuals whose personal ethics and family values are representative of the Scout Oath and Law. Past recipients include President Gerald Ford, Gov. George Deukmejian, Bob Hope, Jimmy Stewart and John Wayne. Tahquitz District honorees include Dan Stephenson, Dan Atwood, Terry Gilmore and Joan Sparkman.

The event will be at 6 p.m. at Wilson Creek Winery. For information, contact Tina Roy at 506-9568.

CLUB NEWS

Political scientist to speak

TEMECULA -- Author Mike Byron will speak when Citizens for Democracy meets Wednesday at the Mary Phillips Senior Center. A reception will begin at 6:30 p.m. with the program starting at 7.

Byron, a professor of political science and history, has analyzed the relationships between the issues of our time: Peak oil, climate chaos and economic instability. In his new book, "The Path Through Infinity's Rainbow: Your Guide to Personal Survival and Spiritual Transformation in a World Gone Mad," he outlines a plan for navigating the coming years of change, and how citizens can participate in the creation of a new and sustainable political economy.

Citizens for Democracy is a grassroots, nonpartisan organization dedicated to enhancing the democratic process.

The center is at 41845 Sixth St. For information, call 694-6582 or visit www.citizensfordemocracytv.com.

Rose Society talks strategy

TEMECULA -- The Temecula Valley Rose Society will hold a strategic planning meeting and grant writing workshop at its monthly meeting at 10 a.m Thursday at the Temecula Public Library.

Club leaders are seeking input for upcoming events and the 2009 Rose Show.

The library is at 30600 Pauba Road. For information, call Kathy Turgeon at 551-5505 or visit www.temeculavalleyrosesociety.org.

SOS-Hills group to meet

TEMECULA -- Steve Corona, a member of the Rancho California Water District Board of Directors, will speak when Save Our Southwest Hills meets at 7 p.m. Thursday at Water District headquarters.

Corona will discuss the state's drought situation and how it affects the local communities.

The meeting will be at 42135 Winchester Road. For information, call Kathleen Hamilton at 676-6912.

Scouts to participate in run

WILDOMAR -- Scouts from Wildomar will participate in a walk for the organization Run for the Fallen on Sunday.

Cub Scout Pack 332 and Boy Scout Troop 332 will meet at the Memorial Wall at Elsinore High School at 8 a.m. and then proceed on the walk.

Run for the Fallen is a national event to honor all service members killed in Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom. For information, visit www.runforthefallen.org.

Elsinore High School is at 21800 Canyon Drive.

Radio club to meet

TEMECULA -- Amateur radio satellite communications and antenna construction will be the topic when the Golden Triangle Amateur Radio Club meets at 7:30 p.m. Monday at Rancho California Water District.

Alan Cook, David Jones, Bill Smith and Tim Crowder will lead a discussion and demonstration of the use of amateur radios with satellite communications. Both the prototype and final satellite antenna will be on display.

The meeting is at 42135 Winchester Road. For information, call Alan Cook (909) 730-2323.

Woolgatherers to gather

FALLBROOK -- The North County Woolgatherers, a group that practices traditional rug hooking, will meet from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 30.

The group meets monthly at the Fallbrook Public Utility District community room, 990 E. Mission Road. For information, e-mail Val Ewan at val@rawhideranch.com or call (760) 758-0083, Ext. 103.

Corvette club plans mystery run

TEMECULA -- Corvettes of Temecula Valley will have its monthly mystery run Aug. 31.

Corvette owners are invited to gather at 9:30 a.m. at the big flag at Highway 79 South and Old Town Front Street to caravan to a mystery location.

For information, visit corvettesoftv.com.

Moms Club plans membership drive

TEMECULA -- The Moms Club of Murrieta East will hold a membership drive Sept. 12 at Los Alamos Sports Park.

The club offers stay-at-home moms a social outlet for them and their children. The Moms Club of Murrieta has monthly activities such as crafts, play dates, park days and day trips.

The park is at 36700 Ruth Ellen Way. For information, call Jennifer at 894.6777

Blue Thong Society seeks members

MURRIETA -- The Blue Thong Society will hold a membership meeting at 11:30 a.m. Sept. 13.

Blue Thong is a nationwide women's organization that meets for friendship, activities and fundraising. Club ages range from 40 to 65 for women who share lively lifestyles, youthful attitudes and actively support local charities.

For location and other information, call contact Mary Beth Stoneman at mbstoneman@msn.com. For information on the society, visit BlueThongSociety.com.

Woman's club seeks vendors

TEMECULA -- Vendors spots are available for the Temecula Valley Woman's Club's Temecula Valley Museum Flea Market on Oct.18 in Sam Hicks Monument Park.

Spaces are available around the museum and gazebo for $25. Proceeds benefit the museum. The event will be from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

To reserve a space, call 600-9585.

WHAT'S HAPPENING

Cultural group plans meetings

WILDOMAR -- Wildomar Cultural Five Centers Park, a group hoping to promote the arts, will have two meetings for people interested in performing, creative and visual arts, education, history or local environment or science.

The group is planning its inaugural Fall Festival, a fundraiser to help complete its nonprofit organization incorporation and fund future projects.

The meetings will be at 7 p.m. Thursday and Aug. 28 at Mission Trail Library, 34303 Mission Trail.

For information, call Nancy Noble at 674-4285, Ivy Lieberman at 579-1479, Katy Sabetzadeh at 674-1472 or Edy Rodarme at 678-0141.

Council members to appear

SUN CITY -- A reception to meet the members of the new Menifee City Council will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday.

The wine and cheese party will be hosted by the Menifee Valley Chamber of Commerce at the Masonic Lodge, 27221 McCall Blvd.

For reservations, call 672-1991.

Movie to be shown in park

MENIFEE -- The movie "Ratatouille" will be shown at La Ladera Park on Friday, as the county wraps up its Movie in the Park summer series.

Games, crafts and other activities begin at 4:30 p.m. and the movie will screen at dusk.

The park is at 29629 La Ladera Road. For information, call 696-0100 or visit www.rivcoeda.org.

Six bands to play in Old Town

TEMECULA -- Six bands will perform Friday as part of the weekly Old Town Temecula Hot Summer Nights.

Performing at 6 p.m. will be Guilty Conscience, Sligo Rags, Javid, Rocky Zharp & the Blues Crackers, Temeku Bluegrass and Older than Dirt.

For information, call 693-3952 or visit www.temeculacalifornia.com.

Home buyers seminar offered

TEMECULA -- A free seminar about buying a home in today's market will be held at 6 p.m. Thursday.

Topics will include benefits of home ownership, bank owned homes, short sales and foreclosures, government assistance programs and understanding various home loan products.

Free dinner will be included.

The event will be at 29370 Rancho California Road. For information or reservations, call California Educational Institute at 695-0901.

Family Olympics night Monday

TEMECULA -- The city's free Family Activities on Monday program will have an Olympics theme from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Monday at the Community Recreation Center

The center is at 30875 Rancho Vista Road. For information, call 694-6480.

Assistance program under way

Representatives are available at two Southwest County locations to provide free assistance to people needing help applying for homeowner or renter assistance.

Eligible residents must be 62 years or older, or blind or disabled, and a United States citizen, designated alien or qualified alien. Claimants must have owned and occupied a home or mobile home on Dec. 31, 2007, or paid at least $50 in rent each month with a household income in 2007 of $44,096 or less.

Aid is also available from 9 a.m. to noon Tuesdays at Mary Phillips Senior Center, 41845 Sixth St., Temecula and 9 a.m. to noon Thursdays at Murrieta Senior Center, 41717 Juniper St.

No appointment is necessary. The service will be offered until Oct. 14.

Participants must bring proof of age or disability, property tax bill if a homeowner, federal and state tax returns for 2007 and any other income records.

Sports center offers drop-in volleyball

TEMECULA -- Rancho Sports Center is offering open gym volleyball for teens and adults Friday evenings, providing six courts for pick-up games.

The courts will be open from 6 to 9 p.m. each Friday, for a $5 fee.

The center is at 28780 Single Oak Drive. For information, call 506-9731 or e-mail troy@ranchosportscenter.com.

Birth Choice seeks donations

TEMECULA -- Birth Choice of Temecula is seeking donations of baby food, diapers, infant formula and wipes to aid members of the community. Birth Choice is a faith-based ministry and pregnancy resource center.

The agency is at 27488 Enterprise Circle West. For information, call 699-9808 or visit www.birthchoicetemecula.com.

Golf tournament promotes water safety

TEMECULA -- The second Sara's Way Golf Tournament will be held Aug. 29 to raise awareness of the importance of boating safety.

The event is dedicated to Sara Michelle Margiotta, who died Aug. 4, 2007, at age 10, in a boating crash.

The $125 entry will include green fees, range balls, putting contest, tee package, boxed lunch and an hors d'oeuvres award reception following the tournament. The tournament tees off at 9:30 a.m. at Temecula Creek Inn with a modified Ryder Cup triple six format.

For information, call 757-5966 or visit www.sarasway.org.

CLUB MEETINGS

SERVICE CLUBS

Lions

Murrieta Breakfast Lions Club

MURRIETA -- The Murrieta Breakfast Lions Club meets at 7 a.m. the second and fourth Tuesday of the month at Grand Isle Apartments activity center, 24405 Village Walk Place.

Information, 677-8548, 294-0305 or 294-0028.

Murrieta Lions Club

MURRIETA -- The Murrieta Lions Club meets at 7 p.m. the first and third Tuesday of the month at Chancellor Place, 24350 Jackson Ave.

Information, 698-5242.

Masons

Sun City Masonic Club

SUN CITY -- The Sun City Masonic Club meets at 8 a.m. the second and fourth Tuesday of the month at the Menifee Valley Masonic Lodge, 27221 McCall Blvd.

Breakfast and a program is offered to Masons and guests for $4. Information and reservations, Pete Monsen, 301-9928.

Optimists

Temecula Valley Optimist Club

TEMECULA -- The Temecula Valley Optimist Club meets at 6:30 p.m. the second Tuesday at the Temecula Public Library, 30600 Pauba Road.

Information, Cori Carey at 334-1823.

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.

Information, Candy Peterson at 244-8715 or Jonnie Rice at 244-0234.

Lake Elsinore Senior Gospel Choir

LAKE ELSINORE -- The Lake Elsinore Senior Gospel Choir is looking for members age 50 or older who enjoy singing traditional and contemporary gospel, hymns, and spirituals.

The club is spiritually based and membership is open to all ethnicities and religions. Rehearsals are at 6 p.m. Tuesdays at Lake Providence Missionary Baptist Church, 301 Sumner Ave.

Information, Valarie Howard at 471-1780 or 552-5096 or e-mail msvjhoward@msn.com.

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. every Monday.

Information, Fran at 301-8705.

Temecula 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. Information, Arbe Kraft at 600-7162.

Windsong Harmony A Capella Chorus

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

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

OTHERS

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.

FACTS

TEMECULA -- FACTS, a group for children with autism and their families, hosts support meetings and events throughout the year.

Information, www.FACTSfamilies.org.

Golden Girls Investment Club

TEMECULA -- The Golden Girls Investment Club meets at 1 p.m. the fourth Monday of the month at the Grace Mellman Library, 41000 County Center Drive.

Information, 694-0375 or 676-5767.

Iron Horses Riding Club

TEMECULA -- Iron Horses Riding Club meets at 7 p.m. on the last Tuesday of each month at Rosa's Cafe & Tortilla Factory, 28134 Jefferson Ave., to discuss upcoming motorcycle rides and events.

Information, Steve, (949) 233-5559.

Temecula Swim Club

TEMECULA -- The Temecula Swim Club is open to swimmers from age 5 to adult. Practices are held weekday evenings at four Temecula locations, depending upon the time of year. Offerings range from a beginning stroke program to competitive ranks.

Tryouts are from 5 to 6 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at the Temecula Community Recreation Center.

Information, visit www.temeculaswimclub.com.

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. Information, Jim Fritz at 674-4249.

TOPS

- LAKE ELSINORE -- Take Off Pounds Sensibly has weigh-ins at 8:30 a.m. and meetings from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays at the Lake Elsinore Senior Center, 420 E. Lakeshore Drive.

Yearly memberships cost $24, plus $4 monthly chapter dues. Information, 471-2443.

- WILDOMAR -- Take Off Pounds Sensibly has weigh-ins at 6:30 p.m. and its meeting at 7 p.m. Mondays at California Lutheran High School, 31970 Central Ave. Information, Izzy at 600-8570.

Wood carvers

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

The group is open to both seasoned carvers and beginners.

The Community Center is at 28816 Pujol St. Information, Mary Jane at 699-5085.

Note, some groups do not meet during the summer months. Please call in advance. 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.