POWAY - A free fire survivor support group for women will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesdays beginning Nov. 7 at the Pamela Underwood Studio. Register with Pamela at (619) 857-8820.

Wildfire cleanup clinics slated

POWAY - Home Depot will partner with the American Red Cross to offer wildfire cleanup clinics from 3 to 4 p.m. Nov. 11 and 18 at the store, 12175 Tech Center Drive. The clinics will help participants understand wildfires, learn how to reduce fire hazards in the home and how to create a family communications and evacuation plan. Information: (858) 668-1417.

Annual Turkey Dinner set in Ramona

RAMONA - Ramona United Methodist Church will host its 26th annual Turkey Dinner from noon to 6 p.m. Nov. 11 at the Ramona Community Center, 434 Aqua Lane. Ticket prices are $8, $7 for seniors, $6 for children and $30 for families. Free meals will be provided for fire victims and anyone in need. Also, craft items will be available for sale during the dinner. Proceeds from the dinner will be used for 2008 mission projects.

Women's Connection offering men's program

FALLBROOK - The Fallbrook Women's Connection will sponsor a special brunch, "Men's Day With a Top Gun," from 10 a.m. to noon Nov. 16 at the Grand Tradition, 1602 S. Mission Road. Women are encouraged to invite the men in their lives to come hear guest speaker Russell O'Quinn, internationally-known test pilot and aircraft engineer, discuss his life from his rebellious teens to a career as a Top Gun.

Art Blodgett, tenor and director of the Fallbrook Chorale, will provide music.

Cost of the lunch is $20. Free child care is available; reservations are required. For reservations for the lunch or child care, call Earline at (760) 728-4513 or Mary at (760) 723-1605.

Fallbrook Music Society concert set

FALLBROOK -- Fallbrook Music Society's 30th anniversary season continues Nov. 11 with the Redlands Symphony Orchestra performing the music of three great composers - Peter Maxwell Davies, Paul Creston and Mozart. Conductor Jon Robertson will lead the acclaimed orchestra.

This concert, the second in a series of five, will be held at 3 p.m. in the Bob Burton Center for the Performing Arts, 2400 S. Stage Coach Lane. A conductor's preview, open to all ticket holders, will be held at 2:30 p.m.

Admission is $37 and $10 for student. For tickets, call (760) 451-8644 or go to http://www.fallbrookmusicsociety.org.

Brandon Gallery to host event

FALLBROOK - Brandon Gallery will participate in the Historic Downtown Merchant Association's second Customer Appreciation Night from 5 to 8 p.m. Nov. 30. The gallery, at 105 N. Main St., will help kick off Joyful Traditions and celebrate with its customers. Information: (760) 728-6281, http://www.brandonartfallbrook.com.

'Warm Winter Nites' event planned

FALLBROOK - Connections Networking, a local group of business professionals known for its Hot Summer Nights series, has announced a new winter event called "Warm Winter Nites." The event will run from 3 to 5 p.m. Nov. 24 and leads up to the Christmas tree lighting at 5 p.m. in the Village Square at Main and Alvarado. This year, tree ornaments have been created by local children and seniors, and all involved will get an opportunity to hang their own ornament at this event.

Santa, Mrs. Claus and elves will have gifts for the first 100 children and free warm cider, cookies and roasted nuts will be available. Entertainment will include seasonal music, Christmas carols and a performance by Miss Fallbrook Kate Derr. Following the tree lighting, the Historic Downtown Merchants will continue the festivities with horse-drawn wagon rides, caroling by the Fallbrook Chorale and late night shopping.

Information: Sandra Buckingham, (760) 723-8987; Gail Martin, (760) 931-8388.

LIFE at MiraCosta to meet

OCEANSIDE - LIFE at MiraCosta will meet at 1 p.m. Nov. 9 in Room 1068 at MiraCosta College, 1 Barnard Drive. Tri-City Medical Center's Chairman Larry Schallock and Public Information Officer Aaron J. Byzak will present the core concepts in "learning from the past, looking toward the future."

At 2:30 p.m., Lisa Shaffer of UC San Diego will discuss the climate change and how it is impacting the region and the planet. She participated in former Vice President Al Gore's Climate Training Program. Call (760) 721-8124.

Oceana to hold Bazaar

OCEANSIDE - Oceana will hold its bi-annual Bazaar featuring garage sale items, flowers, massage, senior services, financial services, baked goods, gifts, crafts, lapidary, art and more. The event will take place from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 10 at the clubhouse, 550 Vista Bella.

Eastside neighborhood cleanup set

OCEANSIDE - The Eastside Neighborhood Fall Cleanup will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Nov. 10. Volunteers should meet at 8:30 a.m. at the Chavez Resource Center, 605 San Diego St.

Large Dumpsters will be available near the park on Lemon Street. Residents can bring items to these Dumpsters as early as 8:30 a.m. The following items will not be accepted: tires, oil, chemicals, paint, vehicle parts, batteries and electronics. To dispose of these items, contact Waste Management at (800) DUMPSTER.

Volunteers will clean the park area and streets in the surrounding area. Coffee, donuts, snacks and a light lunch will be provided to all volunteers. Call (760) 435-3044.

Family fitness fun walk offered

OCEANSIDE - New Venture Christian Fellowship will host a free family fitness fun walk at 8:30 a.m. Nov. 10 at 4000 Mystra Drive. Participants will meet with Carl Grubbs, gold medal senior Olympian and fitness coach, who will show how to improve upper body strength and flexibility while walking. The course is set up for everyone, regardless of age or physical limitations. Bring light hand weights or two 16-ounce water bottles, cans or stretch bands. Information. (760) 941-1562; carlalko9@sbcglobal.net.

Tri-City Computer Club to meet

OCEANSIDE - The Tri-City Computer Club will meet from 1 to 3 p.m. Nov. 13 at the Salvation Army Community Center, 3935 Lake Blvd. Gene Barlow with 25 years at User Group Relations will present a program on the Top 10 Ways to Protect Your Computer, the precautions to take to prevent damage and crashes and keep them running smoothly. Go to http://www.tricitycomputerclub.com.

Relay for Life kickoff meeting set

OCEANSIDE - Relay for Life of Oceanside will hold a kickoff meeting at 7 p.m. Nov. 14 at the Flying Bridge restaurant, 1105 N. Coast Highway. The annual Relay for Life of Oceanside will take place April 26 and 27 at MiraCosta College. Cancer survivors, friends and family are invited to fight back in the battle against cancer by getting a group together as a relay team for 24 hours of fun. Relay for Life is an opportunity to raise awareness and funds and to celebrate survivors and remember those lost to the disease. Information: (619) 682-7452 or e-mail silvana.vargas@cancer.org.

Elizabeth Hospice seeks volunteers

OCEANSIDE - The Elizabeth Hospice is seeking caring people to participate in the Fall Volunteer Training and Community Education class to be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 26, 27 and 28 at The Elizabeth Hospice Center for Compassionate Care, 2111 Geneva, Suite 100. Training is free; bilingual volunteers also are needed. Call (760) 737-2050 by Nov. 16 to register.

Casa de Ampara receives grant

OCEANSIDE - Casa de Amparo recently received a grant for $3,000 from Target for support of the Child Development Center in Oceanside. The grant will help the CDC provide therapeutic day care and preschool for children at risk of abuse, as well as family counseling and parent education classes.

Whelan Lake Bird Walk set

OCEANSIDE - A Whelan Lake Bird Walk, featuring a premier birding location not open to the public, is held at 8 a.m. the first Saturday of each month. Fall migration is underway so expect to see many different species. Take Interstate 5 to Highway 76 east to Douglas Drive. Turn left on Douglas and continue to the traffic light at North River Road. Turn left and meet at the end of the cul-de-sac by the entrance gate. The walks are sponsored by the Buena Vista Audubon Society. The leader is John Haddock. Call (760) 941-7824.

Woman's Club of Vista to meet

VISTA - The Woman's Club of Vista will meet at 10:30 a.m. Nov. 14 at the Shadowridge Country Club, 1980 Gateway Drive. The program will feature the "Boot Scootin' Red Hot Mammas," following the business meeting and luncheon. Women interested in community service are invited. Reserve to (760) 726-3763.

Parkinson's support offered

VISTA - North County Parkinson's Support Group will meet from 10 a.m. to noon Nov. 14 at the Gloria McClellan Senior Center, 1400 Vale Terrace Drive. Stephanie Lessig will speak on "Trends in Parkinson's Treatment." Lessig is an assistant clinical professor in the Department of Neurosciences at UC San Diego. Call (760) 940-2763.

Cannon gallery hosts exhibition

CARLSBAD - The William D. Cannon Art Gallery is hosting The 2007 Cannon Invitational, an exhibition featuring the work of David Adey, Gerrit Greve, Lee Puffer and Jen Trute. The exhibit will run through Dec. 30 at the gallery in the Carlsbad City Library Complex, 1775 Dove Lane. Call (760) 434-2904.

Take birding walk around Santee Lakes

SANTEE - Buena Vista Audubon leader Steve Brad will lead a birding walk around Santee Lakes, a migration hot spot, at 8 a.m. Nov. 17. Take Interstate 805 south to Highway 52 and go east to the Mast Boulevard exit. Go under the freeway to the left and proceed one mile to overpass over Lake No. 2. Turn right and go to Carlton Oaks Drive, turn right and watch for park entrance on the right. No fee; rest rooms and picnic tables available. Meet at the parking lot inside the entrance. Call (760) 633-1639.

Stitchers meet at credit union

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

Historical society needs volunteers

ENCINITAS - The Encinitas Historical Society is seeking volunteers for Fridays and Saturdays at the 1883 Schoolhouse, Fourth and F streets. Volunteer service is for two or four hours in the afternoon. Volunteers will be trained and will receive local history material. Call (760) 753-5726.

Fairgrounds to host craft show

DEL MAR - The Harvest Festival Original Art & Craft Show will usher in the holiday shopping season from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Nov. 9-10, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 11 at the Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd. Originally scheduled for Oct. 26-28, the event will feature handmade gifts, pottery, ceramics, jewelry and more. Cost is $4 to $8, kids 12 and younger free with an adult. One ticket is good all three days, http://www.harvestfestival.com.

'Pollock' purchaser discusses case

SOLANA BEACH - The Friends Night Out arts and lecture series, a presentation of Friends of the Solana Beach Library, will present the talk by Teri Horton, subject of an HBO film and 60 Minutes feature, regarding her championing of a forensically-proven Jackson Pollock painting which the art world will not accept at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 13 at the Solana Beach Library, 157 Stevens Ave. Horton is a former truck driver and self-proclaimed Dumpster-diver. Her team of lawyers and forensic experts has taken on the art establishment in the quest to authenticate the painting as a genuine Pollock. Follow Horton's saga from a Bakersfield thrift store to the Pollock studio in East Hampton and into the rarefied world of art dealers, museums and wealthy collectors. Reservations are required because seating is limited. Call (858) 755-1404.

Democratic club to meet

ENCINITAS - The Rancho North Coast Democratic Club will meet Nov. 13 at 6:30 p.m. at the Encinitas Terrace Clubhouse, 454 Requeza St. The program will be: "Presidential Candidate Debate - Have You Decided?" Call (760) 942-9041.

Del Mar to hold Women's Expo

DEL MAR - The Head to Toe Women's Expo will be held from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Nov. 16 and 17, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 18 at the Exhibit Hall of the Del Mar Fairgrounds. Companies that cater to women for three days of rejuvenation, education and entertainment, with an emphasis on health, happiness, style and a balanced life. Cost is $7 seniors, $8 adults, kids younger than 12, free. http://www.headtotoewomensexpo.com.

Antique show set for Nov. 16-18

DEL MAR - The Del Mar Antique Show will be held from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Nov. 16 and 17, and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 18 in the O'Brien and Bing Crosby Halls of the Del Mar Fairgrounds. The antique show and sale will also include an antiques appraisal booth. Cost is $8; $5 with coupon. http://www.calendarshows.com.

Become a successful author without a major publisher

ENCINITAS - Publishers and Writers of San Diego will host the information-packed seminar on how to become a successful author without a traditional publishing deal from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 17 at the Encinitas Community Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Drive. Industry expert Jerry D. Simmons, retired vice-president for the former Time Warner Book Group, and Debbie Allen, The Shameless Success Expert, a best-selling, internationally-published business author will be the featured speakers. Providing comic relief and proving that success can be self-created, Georgibald Ignoramus, the nation's foremost relationship non-expert and author/publisher of "Never Mention Marriage on a Blind Date," will share invaluable non-expert advice from his very entertaining upcoming book. Cost is $97. Call (760) 943-2250, http://www.PublishersWriters.org.

Fairgrounds lights up for the holidays

DEL MAR - Visitors drive their cars to view the more than 350 animated holiday light displays at The Holiday of Lights from 5:30 to 10 p.m. Sundays through Thursdays, and 5:30 to 11 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, Nov. 22 through Jan. 1, 2008 at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. Cost is $13 per car, up to 5 people, $18 per vehicle, 6 or more people, and $48 per bus. http://www.sdfair.com.

'Walking through grief' group

CARLSBAD - The walking group for individuals suffering through the grief experience meets at 9 a.m. Thursdays at the park on the north-east corner of Cannon Road and Coast Highway. Call (760) 431-4100.

Dietary planning offered for seniors

CARLSBAD - Tri-City Medical Center dieticians will provide individual nutritional planning from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays in the Conference Room at the Carlsbad Senior Center, 799 Pine Ave. Receive guidance and tune-up the personal dietary profile. Call (760) 602-4650.

Senior center hosts bingo

CARLSBAD - The Carlsbad Senior Center hosts bingo from 12:30 to 4 p.m. Tuesdays at the center, 799 Pine Ave. Bingo game packets stop selling at 1 p.m. Sponsored by the Carlsbad Senior Citizens Association. Call (760) 602-4650.

Teen grief group meets

CARLSBAD - Hospice of the North Coast hosts the grief group for teens, ages 13 and up who have lost a family member or friend, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Mondays at hospice offices, 5541 Avenida Encinas, Suite A. Call (760) 431-4100, Ext. 118.

Senior writers meet weekly

CARLSBAD - Writers ages 55 and older meet from 9 to 11 a.m. Mondays at the Carlsbad Senior Center, 799 Pine Ave. Call (760) 602-4650.

Bird watchers meet monthly

CARLSBAD - Host Tom Troy will help identify birds by sight and sound, with added instruction in the use of binoculars and scopes at 8:30 a.m. the last Saturday of each month at the Buena Vista Lagoon Landing. Birders of all skill levels are invited. Hosted by the Buena Vista Audubon Society. Call (760) 967-6915.

Sound healing Concert Nov. 9

CARLSBAD - The Tibetan bowls and gong concert will be held at 7 p.m. Nov 9 at 30 for Life, 2801 Roosevelt St., B ( behind the Wine Spot). Diane Mandle will combine precision-tuned Tibetan bowls, Moon and Wind gongs and other sacred instruments with moving light forms creating overtones and rhythms of sacred sound. Bring something to lie on. Cost is $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Call (760) 730-3303.

Activities planned at San Marcos Library

SAN MARCOS - The San Marcos branch of the San Diego County Library, 2 Civic Center Drive, will host these events. Information: (760) 891-3000.

• Knitting Club meeting, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. today and Dec. 4.

• Toddler Storytime, 10 a.m. Nov. 7, 14 and 21.

• Preschool Storytime, Nov. 7, 14 and 21.

• Dungeons and Dragons for sixth- through 12th-graders, 4 to 6 p.m. Nov. 19 and 26.

Health services for seniors offered

ESCONDIDO - The Senior Service Council will offer these health services for seniors in the Dorothy E. Boeger Building, 728 N. Broadway, in the Joslyn Senior Center complex. Information: (760) 480-0611.

• Dr. Randy Jungman, a local dentist, will hold a dental screening from 8:15 to 9:15 a.m. Nov. 7. Call for an appointment.

• Audiologist David Illich will conduct and interpret a professional hearing test at 9:30 a.m. Nov. 12. A copy of the test is provided. Illich also will give advice on hearing aids. Call for space availability.

Plant sale set at Palomar College

SAN MARCOS - The Friends of the Palomar College Arboretum plant sale will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 8 in front of the clock tower on campus, 1140 W. Mission Road.

Members of the Friends of the Palomar College Arboretum may view and purchase plants for 10 percent off during the presale from 8 to 9 a.m. the day of the event.

All proceeds benefit the expansion and maintenance of the arboretum.

Information: Rick Kratcoski, (760) 744-1150 Ext. 2133; rkratcoski@palomar.edu.

Holiday bazaar set for Nov. 8-11

ESCONDIDO - How Bazaar! 2007, "Christmas on the Hill," a holiday festival tradition featuring North County artisans and crafters, will be held from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Nov. 8 and 9; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 10; and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 11 indoors at 2440 Summit Drive. Entrance fee is $2. Attendees are asked to bring canned goods and donations for St. Clare's Home for abused women and their children. Information: (760) 747-3765, howbazaar@cox.net.

Local author to speak to seniors

SAN MARCOS - Author and Del Mar Times columnist Connie Kirby Anderson will speak at 11:30 a.m. Nov. 8 at the San Marcos Senior Center, 111 W. Richmar Ave. She will talk about her book, "It Doesn't Get Any Better Than This," a compilation of her columns. The book will be available for sale and signing. To order a lunch, call the senior center at (760) 777-5535 the day before.

Hearing loss group to meet Nov. 10

ESCONDIDO - The Hearing Loss Association of Escondido will meet from 10 a.m. to noon Nov. 10 in the Joslyn Senior Center auditorium, 210 Park Ave. The guest speaker will be Marvin Kripps, a well-known ear, nose and throat expert. Refreshments will be served and a 50/50 raffle held. Information: Sylvia, (760) 745-5408.

Electronic waste collection event set

SAN MARCOS - MT Recycling will host an electronic waste collection event from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 11 at the Sears Service Center, 1100 W. San Marcos Blvd. Free drop-off is offered for the following items: computers, monitors, TVs, laptop computers, printers, fax machines, keyboards, cell phones, cords and cables. No appliances will be accepted. Information: (760) 842-5130, http://www.recycling4you.com.

Veterans Day ceremony planned

ESCONDIDO - A Veterans Day ceremony will be held at 11 a.m. Nov. 11 in Grape Day Park, 321 N. Broadway. The ceremony will follow the unveiling of the Military Tribute sculpture and memorial near the Santa Fe Depot. Parking is available on Woodward Avenue near the swimming pool. A ramp for those who have difficulty walking leads to the depot. Following the ceremony, lunch will be served at the Veterans Memorial Building. Information: (760) 746-7931.

Goal-setting class set at CSUSM

SAN MARCOS - A "Goal Setting and Time Management" class will be offered through Cal State San Marcos Extended Learning as part of its Supervising Employees Certificate. The class will be offered from 8:30 a.m. to noon Nov. 13 on campus, 333 S. Twin Oaks Valley Road. Fee is $125. Information and registration: (760) 750-4020.

Actress to offer workshop at CSUSM

SAN MARCOS - Actress Esther Chae will present a workshop on acting and directing for the camera at 5:30 p.m. Nov. 13 at the TV studio in Kellogg Library at Cal State San Marcos, 333 S. Twin Oaks Valley Road. She also will share her experiences on Hollywood, race, creativity and commerce. Reservations: jberman@csusm.edu.

The free event is part of the university's Fall Mediamaker Series. Information: http://www.csusm.edu.

East Valley group to meet Nov. 14

ESCONDIDO - Business owners and residents of the East Valley are invited to attend a meeting of the East Valley Association at 8:30 a.m. Nov. 14 at the East Valley Community Center, 2245 E. Valley Parkway.

Escondido Police Officer Jeff Valdivia will give an update on the progress and status of the gang injunction and explain activities involving Immigration and Customs Enforcement, or ICE.

Information: http://www.eastvalleyassociation.com.

Children's Hospital auxiliary to meet

ESCONDIDO - The Escondido Unit of Rady Children's Hospital Auxiliary will meet at 9:30 a.m. Nov. 14 at the First Methodist Church of Escondido, 341 S. Kalmia St.

New members are invited to join the group, which helps children at the hospital through volunteer efforts and fundraising events. Information: Joannie, (760) 929-9255; Debra, (760) 476-0441.

Optometrist to offer free workshop

ESCONDIDO - Escondido Premier Eyecare will offer a free workshop at 5:15 p.m. Nov. 14 at 1299 E. Pennsylvania Ave., Suite B. The workshop is for parents with children who have difficulty reading or learning, as well as for individuals who have headaches from work or who themselves have difficulty reading or learning. Reservations: Marcia, (760) 743-6540.

Israel/Palestine lecture scheduled

SAN MARCOS - Nader Elbanna, an American Palestinian, and Miko Peled, an American Israeli, will give a lecture on Israel and Palestine from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Nov. 14 in Room LS-16 at Palomar College, 1140 W. Mission Road. The lecture is sponsored by the Multicultural Studies Department, MCS-120 and the Muslim Student Association.

Mobile-home group party rescheduled

ESCONDIDO - Because of the recent fires, the Escondido Mobile-Manufactured Homeowners Positive Action Committee, or EMPAC, has rescheduled its party to 7 p.m. Nov. 15 in the Vineyard Room at the East Valley Community Center, 2245 E. Valley Parkway. It will be the last meeting of the year and will feature live entertainment, refreshments and nonalcoholic drinks. Information: Joan, (760) 746-7366; Toni, (760) 739-0870.

Senior Anglers to meet Nov. 16

ESCONDIDO - The Senior Anglers of Escondido will meet at 9:30 a.m. Nov. 16 in the Joslyn Senior Center auditorium, 210 Park Ave.

Pete Haynes will give a presentation on salmon fishing, having spent many summers in Alaska.

Club members will take a fishing trip to Lake Skinner from Nov. 26 through 29.

Information: (760) 723-3350, http://www.senioranglersofescondido.org.

Valley Center Tennis Club fall social on tap

VALLEY CENTER - The Valley Center Tennis Club will hold its fall social and tennis round robin at 2 p.m. Nov. 18 at Adams Park, 28751 Cole Grade Road. Soft drinks and water will be provided; members will bring food to share with all. Also, balls will be provided.

Everyone will be paired for doubles play, and prizes will be awarded for the highest scores in a series of matches.

The club has regular tournament play for various levels and weekly play for drop-in tennis. Open play is held at 9 a.m. Saturdays for adult men and women; 8:30 a.m. Wednesdays for adult women; and 8:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Fridays for seniors.

Information: http://www.valleycentertennis.com; Barbara, (760) 749-0276; Crawford, (760) 749-6998.

VFW hosts Sunday breakfasts

SAN MARCOS - Veterans of Foreign Wars San Marcos Memorial Post 3795 and its Ladies' and Men's auxiliaries serve breakfast from 9 a.m. to noon Sundays at the post, 212 W. Mission Road. Donation is $5 for adults.

Money raised will help the VFW post remain open and continue to assist local veterans and the community. Information: (760) 744-3795. Large parties are encouraged to call for reservations.