SAN MARCOS - The North County Classical Open Mike/Sunday Soiree event will be held from 3 to 5 p.m. June 3 at Meadowlark Church, at 1918 Redwing St.

Opera and classical songs will be presented. Singers will be accompanied by pianist John Danke of Carlsbad.

This is the second in a series of events offering professional and semi-professional musicians the chance to perform before a live audience.

For information, go to http://www.classicalopenmikesd.com and click on North County Soiree.

Seminar to address mental health issues of seniors

SAN MARCOS - Palomar Pomerado Health will present a "SOCS BOX" seminar, a "toolbox" for serving seniors in the community, from 11:45 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. today at Meadowlark Community Church, 1918 Redwing St.

Designed for volunteer visitors, personal caregivers, as well as other interested people, the seminar will focus on how to identify and respond appropriately to mental health issues such as depression, loneliness and grief.

A boxed lunch will be served. For information or to register, contact Pastor Dave at (760) 591-3636 or pastordaveshaw@sbcglobal.net.

LIFE at MiraCosta to meet

OCEANSIDE - LIFE at MiraCosta, a lifelong learning group, will meet at 1 p.m. June 1 in Room 1068 at MiraCosta College, 1 Barnard Drive.

Gregory Smith, San Diego County tax assessor-recorder-clerk, will discuss the future of real estate values and inform the group about property assistance programs for seniors.

At 2:30 p.m., Ina Von Ber, director of the World Affairs Council, will tell the group about the positive impact made by the council on today's political and international affairs.

Visitors are welcome. Call (760) 721-8124.

Boardwalk dedication set for June 2

DEL MAR - The San Dieguito River Park will open a new section of the Coast to Crest Trail on June 2, coinciding with National Trails Day.

The new section of trail is a 1,200-foot long boardwalk constructed on the north bank of the San Dieguito River, beginning on the east side of Jimmy Durante Boulevard. The boardwalk includes interpretive displays offering nature study opportunities along the walk, which leads to a viewing platform overlooking the river.

The community is invited to a champagne christening and for a stroll along the boardwalk at 1 p.m. June 2. Parking will be available at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. Enter at the main entrance to the fairgrounds and park in the south corner. Cross Jimmy Durante Boulevard at the crosswalk to access the boardwalk.

Marathon Construction, the contractor constructing the 500-plus-acre San Dieguito Lagoon Restoration Project surrounding the new boardwalk, built the support system and the Del Mar Rotary Club finished the project by installing the 2,400 boards that create the surface of the boardwalk. The Rotary Club is joining with the San Dieguito River Valley Conservancy for a fundraising project to "sell" individual planks of the boardwalk for a tax-deductible donation of $100. Contributors can have their name inscribed on a small plaque that will be affixed to the rail above their plank.

Information: http://www.sdrp.org.

Young Artists Symphony concert set

ESCONDIDO - The Young Artists Symphony, conducted by Mary Gerard, will perform at 1 p.m. June 2 in the Center Theater at the California Center for the Arts, Escondido, 340 N. Escondido Blvd. The program will include works by Dvorak, Ravel, Copeland, Shostakovich and Stravinsky.

YAS includes young musicians from throughout the county. Students ages 12 to 22 will be featured in this final concert of the season. Also performing will be the Fiddle 'n' Bow Orchestra (the YAS preparatory orchestra).

Tickets prices are $10 for adults and $5 for students. For information, call (619) 235-8067 or go to http://www.sdyas.org.

Youth Flute Choir's benefit concert on tap

CARLSBAD - The San Diego Youth Flute Choir will perform its annual benefit concert, "Enchanted Melodies," at 4 p.m. June 3 at the Carlsbad Community Cultural Arts Center, 3557 Monroe St.

Guest artists will be Grammy Award nominee flutist and composer Lori Bell and guitarist Ron Satterfield, who will perform the music of Duke Ellington and George Gershwin, as well as several selections with the San Diego Youth Flute Choir. In addition, the flute choir will perform a diverse program of folk tunes, music by Gabriel Faure and a selection of contemporary works.

Admission is $12; $10 for students; and free for ages 5 and younger. Student flutists can receive free admission with a special flier from their band director or by calling the flute choir's director at (760) 917-3403.

Soiree to benefit arts education in schools

RANCHO SANTA FE -The bi-annual fundraising soiree for Center ARTES at Cal State San Marcos will be held from 3 to 5 p.m. June 3 at the home of Catherine and Bob Goldsmith.

The fundraiser for arts education in San Diego County K-12 schools will include live music, entertainment, hors d'oeuvres and refreshments. Suggested donation is $25.

R.S.V.P. is required. Call (760) 750-4431.

Corvette club to meet June 5

OCEANSIDE - North Coast Vettes is a nonprofit corporation sponsored by Weseloh Chevrolet. All primary members must own Corvettes. The club, which will celebrate its 30th anniversary in 2008, conducts monthly meetings, events, trips and social activities, as well as supports various local charitable organizations.

Those interested in joining the club are invited to attend its monthly meetings, which are held at 7 p.m. the first Tuesday of each month at Grandma's Hilltop Hideaway Cafe, 539 Vista Bella. The next meeting is scheduled for June 5.

For information, call Warren Elsasser at (760) 806-8080 or go to http://www.northcoastvettes.org.

Model A Ford Club to meet

SAN MARCOS - The Palomar Model A Ford Club will meet June 6 in the Palomar Estates East clubhouse, 650 S. Rancho Santa Fe Road.

Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. for social time, with the meeting to begin at 7. Refreshments will be served after the meeting.

Information: Linda Thamer, thamer1@sbcglobal.net or (760) 729-5449.

Press club to host city attorney

RANCHO BERNARDO - The Press Club of North San Diego County will meet at 10:15 a.m. June 8 at the Remington Club Phase II, 16916 Hierba Drive.

San Diego City Attorney Mike Aguirre will speak on "The City's Financial Crisis - How We Got There and How We're Going to Get Out."

Admission is free. Light refreshments will be served. Information: (858) 487-2504.

Brain Injury Foundation to hold meeting

ENCINITAS - The San Diego Brain Injury Foundation will sponsor a meeting for brain injury survivors, their families and professionals from 10 a.m. to noon June 9 in the conference center at Scripps Hospital Encinitas, 354 Santa Fe Drive.

Veronika Glenn, director of education and training at the Southern Caregiver Resource Center, will speak on balancing the needs of caregivers, the survivor and the family.

Information: (619) 294-6541 or http://www.sdbif.org.

Camp for children with bipolar disorder set

SAN DIEGO - The San Diego-based organization Club Xcite will host Camp Xcite, a specialized summer camp for children with bipolar disorder, from July 30 through Aug. 10 in North County.

Camp Xcite will provide a small group environment where every child gets personalized attention and his or her needs and interests will be met. Camp activities will include beach day, paint ball wars, water park day and other camp activities. These team building activities will help to complete the camp's mission to have children naturally build friendships with one another despite their mental obstacles.

All camp counselors will receive extensive training from top professionals. Training will be held June 9 through 13.

For information, call Allyson Dolkas at (949) 370-0427 or go to http://www.exciteway.com.

Sjogren's syndrome group to meet

LA MESA - The San Diego and Imperial Counties Chapter of the Sjogren's Syndrome Foundation will meet for a "Sharing and Caring" luncheon at noon June 9 at Coco's restaurant, 5550 Lake Murray Blvd. For information and reservations, call Dona Frosio at (619) 303-9004.

All-Class reunion set for June 10

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 Oceanside's Heritage Park on Peyri Road. Call (760) 433-8297.

'Mad Hatter' event to benefit cancer center

LA JOLLA - The Moores UCSD Cancer Center will hold a "Mad Hatter" fundraiser June 10 at the center, 3855 Health Sciences Drive.

Hat-decorating will begin at 2:30 p.m. followed by a healthy English high tea, silent auction, hat fashion show and a visit from the White Rabbit.

Tickets cost $25. Reservations are required by June 6. Call (858) 822-6829 or go to http://www.healthyeating.ucsd.edu.

Volunteers sought for arts festival

LA JOLLA - Volunteers are needed for the 21st annual La Jolla Festival of the Arts to be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 23 and 24 in the east campus parking lots at UC San Diego. Job assignments include merchandise and gate sales, parking and traffic control, children's area, artist ambassadors and food area cleanup.

The festival will feature the works of more than 190 nationally acclaimed artists from across the country and cuisine from a variety of vendors. Proceeds from the event, which is produced by the Torrey Pines Kiwanis Foundation, will benefit more than 25 adaptive athletic programs for San Diegans with disabilities.

All assigned volunteers will receive a La Jolla Festival of the Arts T-shirt or poster and free admission to the festival. Contact Roy Warfield at (619) 523-1648 or roywarfield@cox.net or go to http://www.lajollaartfestival.org.

Talent show auditions set

MURRIETA - The Arts Council of Temecula Valley will hold auditions for the 18th annual Temecula Valley Talent Showcase from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. June 23 in the Rehearsal Hall at the Broadway High Children's Theatre Arts Academy, 41083 Sandalwood Circle, Suite M.

Auditions are open to all residents of North San Diego, Riverside and San Bernardino counties. Five categories are available: Children's (through age 12), Teen (ages 13 to 17), Adult (ages 18 and older), Dance (all ages) and Instrumental (all ages). No bands.

Cash prizes will be awarded to the top three winners in each category. The Temecula Valley Talent Showcase will be held Aug. 4 in Temecula.

To register or for information, call Bruce J. Singer at (951) 677-6407 or e-mail bjsentrdup@aol.com.

Vista man receives culinary arts award

Geoff Duran of Vista was named Student of the Year in the Culinary Arts and received an honorary scholarship toward his education at a recent banquet at Santa Barbara City College.

Duran was chosen for the award based on his hard work, consistent effort, dedication, high grade point average and passion for his career. He is a second-year student at the college, working toward a double associate's degree in the culinary arts and hotel management. He will graduate in spring 2008 and plans to transfer to New York University or the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, to pursue a bachelor's degree in hotel management.

Duran also works full-time as a cook at the Four Seasons Biltmore, Santa Barbara. He is a 2005 graduate of Rancho Buena Vista High School.

Archaeology event planned for June 9

SAN PASQUAL VALLEY - The San Diego Archaeological Center invites families, Scout troops and outdoor enthusiasts to its "Hike Through Time in the San Pasqual Valley" event from 10 a.m. to noon June 9. Under the guidance of center staff members and volunteers, participants will explore the archaeology, history and botany of the valley.

Bring water, sunscreen and a camera and wear appropriate footgear for the easy to moderate, one-hour hike from the center to the San Pasqual Battlefield State Historic Park and back.

Upon returning to the center, the event will continue with activities such as cordage making, creating pinch pots and native seed planting.

Suggested donation is $5; free for center members. Reservations are required. E-mail Annemarie Cox at acox@sandiegoarchaeology.org or call (760) 291-0370.

The San Diego Archaeological Center is at 16666 San Pasqual Valley Road.

Italian Americans to meet for bocce ball

VISTA - Join the Italian American Social Club of Escondido at the Bocce Court at Brengle Terrace Park at 11 a.m. June 14 and/or 28. No experience is necessary. Lunch will follow the bocce ball games at Ciao's restaurant on East Vista Way. For details, call Joyce or Enzo Scordia at (760) 728-6241.

Burn Institute honors local heroes

Local residents, including Manuel Elizarraras Jr. of Ramona and Rick White of Carlsbad, were honored at the Burn Institute's 34th annual Spirit of Courage Awards Banquet, which took place May 31 in San Diego. Each year the event pays tribute to individuals in the community who have risked their lives in an effort to save another from burn injury or death by fire. For information about the Burn Institute, go to http://www.burninstitute.org.