Boys & Girls Clubs of North County prepares for gala fundraiser
FALLBROOK -- Excitement is building as the Boys & Girls Club of North County announces its annual Auction and Hollywood Glamour Ball to be held April 28 at Pala Mesa Resort.
This "Making a Difference" event is the highlight of the club's fundraising program and benefits the Boys & Girls Clubs of North County by providing funds to continue programs and activities serving nearly 2,500 children and their families in the communities of Fallbrook, Bonsall and Pala.
Arlyne Ingold and Ingold Family Foundation are this year's title sponsors.
Additional sponsors include: Del Rey Avocado, Supervisor Bill Horn, River Village Properties, Community National Bank, Pardee Homes, Paradise Cadillac-Chevrolet, Coldwell Banker and Cafe Primo.
The evening will be begin at 5:30 p.m.with a silent auction featuring more than 100 items including sports memorabilia, beauty services, dinners, art, jewelry, plants and antique furniture. The evening will continue with dining, entertainment and a live auction.
More than 20 live auction items will include a signed Willie Nelson Guitar, AKC Labrador Retriever puppy, fantasy vacation anywhere in the world, including airfare credit, Elite Golf Package for four at premier golf resorts, a private gourmet dinner prepared in your home by a renowned chef, custom-framed Tango Dancers portrait, plus many more trips and items yet to be announced.
Deborah Zoller, president of the board of directors said, "Our organization operates three facilities in Fallbrook, Bonsall and Pala and four after-school sites at Maie Ellis, Fallbrook Street, Live Oak and William Frazier schools. We reach over 4,000 youths through our programs with Power Hour, computer training, music programs, sports leagues and special events. All of these programs are designed to promote self-confidence and self-esteem in our members so they can grow up and become contributing members of our society."
She added, "The Boys and Girls Club budget is $1.3 million. These funds are made available through various fundraisers throughout the year and from outstanding community support. The Auction and Hollywood Glamour Ball is yet another way the community can support the mission of the organization to help it maintain its image as 'The Positive Place For Kids.' It's the best 'win/win' we've ever seen; you get to have the time of your life and fill your heart up at the same time making a real difference for our kids."
Tickets for the auction and dinner are $175 per person or $1,750 for a table of 10.
Sponsorship opportunities are still available in the following categories:
Premier Sponsor, $10,000.
Presenting Sponsor, $7,500.
Diamond Sponsor, $5,000.
Gold Sponsor, $3,000.
Sponsor's Party, $2,500.
Entertainment, $2,000.
Decorations, $1,500.
Auctioneer, $1,000.
Patrons may also become a member of the prestigious Honorary Committee with a donation of $500. All sponsors and the honorary committee members will be honored at a sponsor party April 8 at the home of Sam and Ann Logan
For more information, visit the club's Web site at www.bgcnorthcounty.com or call (760) 728-5871 to reserve a table.
Parkinson's support group to meet
FALLBROOK -- The Fallbrook Parkinson's Support Group will meet at 2 p.m. March 26 in Conference Room B at Fallbrook Hospital, 624 E. Elder St.
Discussion will be about existing medications and new ones coming out. Participants will do exercises to music and share information from recent newsletters. Upcoming activities include a seminar April 1 in San Diego and a 5k walk in May. Call Barbara Thurston at (760) 728-2283.
Art show coming
FALLBROOK -- The Fallbrook Art Association will have its membership show of fine art from April 21 through April 30 at The Art Center at Fallbrook, 103 S. Main St.
Donation/admission is $5.
Judge is Lenny Scarola. An awards reception is set for 6 to 8 p.m. April 21.
Call Karen Walkup at (760) 723-3344.
Lenten fish fry dinners continue
FALLBROOK -- The Knights of Columbus Lenten fish fry and bakes will take place Fridays from 5 to 7:30 p.m. through April 7 in Sheridan Hall at St. Peter's Catholic Community, 450 S. Stage Coach Lane. Tickets are $8 for adults, $5 for children. Proceeds benefit local charities and organizations.
Donations sought for shower for expectant military moms
FALLBROOK -- Fallbrook resident and community volunteer Eileen Delaney is seeking donations of baby items for a shower for Camp Pendleton military mothers-to-be.
The shower is being organized by Kim Felshaw and is scheduled for 2 p.m. May 27 at South Shores Baptist Church at 32712 Crown Valley Parkway in Monarch Beach.
Delaney, head of Operation United Families, said supporting this endeavor is one way the Fallbrook and Bonsall communities can show their support and appreciation for the sacrifices military families make. To donate items, contact Delaney at (760) 518-8888. For information about the event, contact Felshaw at (949) 547-7780.
Tax assistance offered
FALLBROOK -- Free state and federal income tax preparation will be offered from 8 a.m. to noon weekdays from Feb. 1 through April 14 at the Joslyn Senior Center, 399 Heald Lane. The service is available to all Fallbrook residents, regardless of age, and is sponsored by the AARP in cooperation with the IRS.
For appointments, call (760) 728-4498. People with complicated returns involving the sale of real estate, multiple stock transactions and inheritance issues should seek the help of a professional preparer.
Community garage sale planned
FALLBROOK -- The Fallbrook Community Center will host its annual spring rummage sale from 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 1 at the center at 341 Heald Lane.
More than 50 booths will be set up on the lawn and in the auditorium. Event set-up begins at 6:30 a.m. Refreshments will be available.
Space rental is $25, and people can register by calling (760) 728-1671 or stopping by the community center to choose a booth space. Vendors must preregister and obtain a resale permit number. Those numbers are available by calling (800) 400-7115 or visiting www.boe.ca.gov.
Garden club prepares for show
FALLBROOK -- The Fallbrook Garden Club will present its 75th annual standard flower show "Diamond Jubilee" from 2 to 6 p.m. April 29 and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 30 at the Fallbrook Community Center, 341 Heald Lane. Admission is free. The competition is open to any amateur gardener or designer. Exhibitors need not be members of a garden club.
In the Horticulture Division any cut specimen, container plant, fruit, nut or vegetable is eligible for entry as long as it is fresh, clean, pest free and grown by exhibitor. Container-grown plants must have been in exhibitor's possession at least 90 days. Floral design and artistic crafts require preregistration by April 15. To register, call Dee Brooks, (760) 723-1218. The show also features educational and youth exhibits, a plant sale, music by harpist Sam Sanchez and raffle prizes, including a variety of plants and garden-related items as well as $1,300 in gift certificates ranging in value from $25 to $150. Call Jane McKee at (760) 728-6373.
CROP Walk set for April 2
FALLBROOK -- The Fallbrook CROP Walk for Hunger will take place beginning at 1:30 p.m. April 2 at the Fallbrook Food Pantry at 1042 S. Mission Road.
According to event coordinator the Rev. Phil Tukua from Christ the King Church, last year's Fallbrook walk raised $76,150, placing Fallbrook 14th in the nation and first in the western United States.
Of the money raised, nearly $19,038 or 25 percent went to the food pantry, and San Diego matched $16,000. The remainder went to combat hunger worldwide.
Each year about 2,000 communities take part in CROP walks. Last year, overall, more than $4 million went to local agencies, and funds raised provided relief in more than 80 countries. In the last 20 years, CROP walkers raised $264 million.
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VC students to stage 'Cinderella'
VALLEY CENTER -- Valley Center Middle School will present Rodgers and Hammerstein's "Cinderella" at 6:30 p.m. March 24, 28, 30 and 31 and 2 p.m. March 26 and April 2 in the Multipurpose Room at the school, 28102 N. Lake Wohlford Road. Tickets cost $6. Kids ages 4 and younger will be admitted free. For tickets and information, call (760) 749-0208.
Donations sought for OGHS auction
ESCONDIDO -- The Orange Glen High School Athletic Booster Club is seeking donations for its 10th annual Disney Memorial Auction, which is planned for April 1 in the school gymnasium. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m., followed by the silent auction at 6. There also will be a live auction and food. Tickets cost $10; $15 at the door. For information, call Sherryl Schwanhauser at (760) 839-1884.
One City, One Book programs continue
ESCONDIDO -- The popular Escondido Reads: One City, One Book program will culminate during National Library Week (April 2 through 8) with several programs for the whole family related to the novel "The Kite Runner" by Khaled Hosseini. The One City, One Book program encourages everyone in the city to read and discuss the same book. Information: http://www.library.escondido.org, (760) 839-4601.
VC Optimists to offer scholarships
VALLEY CENTER -- The Valley Center Optimists will award two $1,500 scholarships in the form of grants to graduates of Valley Center High School who have maintained a 2.5 grade point average and plan to take an eligible vocational/technical course above high school level.
An eligible program is comparable to those in federal vocational legislation and is a two-year or less program culminating in a terminal associate degree, diploma or certificate less than a bachelor's degree. Students planning to attend a four-year college are not eligible.
Scholarships also will be based on completion of an application form and an oral interview by a committee. Recipients must be U.S. citizens or have applied for citizenship and must start their first college year in the fall. Relatives of foundation or club board members are not eligible. Grants will be issued to one male and one female.
A complete application package is available from vocational guidance counselor Becky Rumble. The deadline is April 15. Information: Larry Patten, (760) 749-3069.
Bryce Canyon trip on tap for seniors
ESCONDIDO -- A four-day trip to Bryce Canyon and Mesquite, Nev., will be offered from April 18 through 21 by the Joslyn Senior Center Travel Office, 210 Park Ave.
The trip will include deluxe motorcoach transportation, five meals, lodging at the Oasis Resort and Casino in Mesquite and professionally guided tours of Bryce Canyon and historical St. George and surrounding areas. Cost is $179 per person, double occupancy only. Call (760) 745-5414.
Take a bus trip to Viejas Casino
ESCONDIDO -- The Woman's Club of Escondido will host a fundraiser bus trip to Viejas Casino from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 20. Cost is $10. Lunch is on your own. Meal deals are available, as well as coupon books for shopping and casino purchases. For tickets, call Barbara Swisher at (760) 471-9564.
Seniors offered peer counseling
ESCONDIDO -- Peer counseling support is available through the Senior Service Council in the Dorothy E. Boeger Building, 728 N. Broadway (in the Joslyn Senior Center complex).
Application forms are available in the information racks at the Senior Service Council and the Joslyn Senior Center, 210 Park Ave. Fill out all information requested and turn the request in to the reception desk in the front lobby of the Senior Service Council. Applicants will be contacted by phone to set up an appointment.
For information, call (760) 480-0611.
OASIS to offer classes for seniors
NORTH COUNTY -- OASIS will offer these classes for seniors at its education center, Robinsons-May South, third floor, Westfield North County in Escondido, unless otherwise noted. Preregistration is required. Call (760) 432-0635.
Students invited to enter essay contest
NORTH COUNTY -- Students are invited to enter an essay contest sponsored by the League of Women Voters of Escondido, with the topic "Balancing Personal Privacy and Public Safety." The group will award three scholarships of $200 each to the winning students.
Essays should be 300 words in length. Graduating seniors from Escondido High School are eligible to enter the contest, as well as students enrolled at Palomar College and Cal State San Marcos.
Essays should be postmarked by April 8 and sent to P.O. Box 2968, Escondido, CA 92033. For information, call Vivian at (760) 489-9483.
Human Resource Business Summit slated
ESCONDIDO -- The North County Personnel Association will present the annual Human Resource Business Summit from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. May 10 at the California Center for the Arts, Escondido.
Participants can network with other human resource professionals, visit exhibitor booths, learn from seminar professionals and have lunch with Barrie Watson, director of CERT Consultancy and Training from the United Kingdom.
Register at (888) 983-9704 or http://www.ncpasd.org. Discounted admission price is offered if registered before April 28.
Spring break trips planned
ENCINITAS -- The city of Encinitas Parks and Recreation Department will hold two field trips for youths ages eight to 12 during spring break. The trips will be held April 4 to Knott's Berry Farm in Buena Park and April 6 to Universal Studios in Hollywood.
Professional recreation staff will supervise a limited number of youths throughout the duration of the trips.
Transportation will be provided by chartered mini-bus. For more information or to register for the trips or other programs, call (760) 633-2740 or visit www.encinitasrecreg.com
Entries for art exhibit sought
SOLANA BEACH -- The Studio of Art and Design is accepting entries for the fifth annual Invitational Juried Watermedia Exhibit from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 4 and 5 at 616 Stevens Ave., Ste. C. Joan Clark of Dana Point will be the juror.
All work must be original watermedia under plexiglass with natural mats. Award winners will receive cash prizes.
Selected works will be on exhibit at the reception and awards ceremony from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the studio and be kept on display through May 2.
For information and registration forms call (858) 755-6202.
Dance event scheduled
ENCINITAS -- 2toGroove dance studio will have a Swing Workshop and dance event from 7:15 p.m. to midnight, March 25 at Dance North County, 535 Encinitas Blvd., Suite 100.
There will be a beginner lesson, music, dancing, performances, games and more.
The cost for the dance is $13 for students. For more information, call (619) 291-3775.
Sailing class offered
CARDIFF -- MiraCosta College will offer Intro to Sailing from 6 to 9:45 p.m., Tuesdays, March 28 through April 25 at the San Elijo Campus, 3333 Manchester Ave.
The course will be taught by nationally recognized sailing instructor Frank Dixon. Students will learn the essentials of sailing including how to handle a boat, water safety and Coast Guard requirements. The course consists of 19 hours of classroom instruction combined with seven hours of on-the-water training.
The cost is $89. Register online at http.//miracosta.edu/commsvcs or (760) 795-6820.
Rummage sale planned
CARDIFF -- Ada Harris School will hold its annual rummage sale to benefit the sixth-grade camp scholarship fund from 7 a.m. to noon April 1 in the auditorium of the school, 1508 Windsor Road. Call (760) 632-5894.
New gallery location ceremony set
ENCINITAS -- The grand opening ceremony of the Off Track Gallery's new location will be held from 2 to 5 p.m. April 2 at the gallery, 687 South Coast Highway 101.
The ribbon-cutting will take place at 3 p.m. Live music and refreshments will be provided and artist Kirk VanAllyn will design and implement a chalk labyrinth for the public to enjoy.
The reception is open to the public and there will be no charge. Call (760) 942-3636 or visit www. Offtrackgallery.com.
Watercolor classes offered
SOLANA BEACH -- Rikki Reinholtz will teach watercolor classes for all skill levels beginning April 4 at the Studio of Art and Design, 616 Stevens Ave., Suite C. Day and evening classes are available on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Cost is $30 per class. Call (858) 755-6202.
AAUW schedules botany talk
SOLANA BEACH -- The April general meeting of the American Association of University Women, Del Mar Leucadia branch will be held at 10:30 a.m. April 8 at Tony's Jacal Restaurant, 621 Valley Ave.
The featured speaker will be Alfred F. Finocchio who will give an informing and entertaining talk about plant coloration and pigments. Finocchio earned a doctorate in botany from Columbia University. His specialties include anatomy of mosses, plant chromosomes and fungi associated with the roots of flowering plants.
The AAUW promotes equity for all women and girls, life-long education and positive social change.
This event is open to the public. Call (858) 509-9822 for information about the event or AAUW membership requirements.
Pet microchip clinic held Thursdays
CARLSBAD -- The San Diego County Department of Animal Services offers a microchip clinic for dogs, cats and rabbits from 1 to 3 p.m. Thursdays at its North County shelter, 2481 Palomar Airport Road. Cost of $20 includes national registration. Dogs must be on a leash and cats and rabbits in a carrier. Information: (760) 438-2312 or http://www.sddac.com.
Reverend to speak on 'Power Transformation'
CARLSBAD -- Science of Spirit and human potential researcher the Rev. Larry James Stevens will speak on "Power Transformation" during the 10:15 a.m. celebration service March 26 at Unity Christ Church of Carlsbad, 2555 Roosevelt St.
Stevens is the director of spiritual education for the Los Angeles Community Church of Religious Science, assisting minister at the Creative Center for Spiritual Living in Escondido and a community coordinator for the Institute of Noetic Sciences (NorCoIONS). He is the author of "Celestial Fire -- A Naval Aviator's Spiritual Odyssey," an acclaimed life guide that chronicles 30 years of research in miracles and the paranormal.
Information: (760) 729-6153; http://www.unitycarlsbad.org; office@unitycarlsbad.org.
Ukulele concert set
CARLSBAD -- Victoria Vox and her Jumping Fleas will perform in a special ukulele concert at 7 p.m. March 24 at the Museum of Making Music, 5790 Armada Drive.
Vox will be joined by North County's Moonlight Beach Uke Strummers who will open the show with Hawaiian music and hula dancers.
Tickets cost $10; $7 for museum members. Reservations and advanced purchase are required. For more information, or tickets, call (760) 438-5996 or go to: http://www.museumofmakingmusic.org.
Underage drinking to be discussed
CARLSBAD -- Carlsbad residents, Mother's Against Drunk Driving, North Coastal Prevention Coalition and San Dieguito Alliance for Drug Free Youth will host a Carlsbad town hall meeting on underage drinking, beginning with a reception and resource booths at 5:30 followed by the meeting from 6 to 8 p.m., March 27 at the Dove Library Schulman Auditorium, 1775 Dove Lane.
For more information, call (760) 407-1220 Ext. 150 or (760) 214-3508.
Wind Symphony fundraiser set
CARLSBAD -- The Carlsbad High School Wind Symphony under the direction of Ralph Ewell will hold a fundraiser, "Destination DC Hanger Bash Dance and Silent Auction," from 7 to 11 p.m. March 24 at the Barnstorming Adventures Hanger, McClellan Palomar Airport.
The event is sponsored by First Horizon Home Loans and will feature the blues band, Bad Habit.
Tickets are $50 for VIP seating and $30 general admission. Proceeds will support the symphony's trip to Washington DC to perform at the Kennedy Center April 7. Purchase tickets on-line at www.chsbandandguard.com or call (760) 730-1870.
Ramona Library offers events, programs
RAMONA -- The Ramona branch of the San Diego County Library, 1406 Montecito Road, will offer these programs and events. Call (760) 738-2434.
Services offered for seniors
RANCHO BERNARDO -- The following free events and services will be offered at Rancho Bernardo Senior Services, 16769 Bernardo Center Drive, Suite K-14.
Office hours are from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays. Call (858) 487-2640.
RB Playgoers to host storyteller
RANCHO BERNARDO -- The RB Playgoers will host professional storyteller Sarah Saulter on March 24 at the Seven Oaks Community Center, 16789 Bernardo Oaks Drive. Saulter will present "Afternoon Delight: Tales to Tickle Your Fancy." Social time will begin at 1:30 p.m., followed by the show at 2.
The RB Playgoers' annual membership fee is $10 for Seven Oaks residents and $15 for nonresidents. First-time guests are invited to attend at no charge. For information, call Scharline Blakeslee at (858) 673-3713.
In addition, the group is planning following theater excursions:
Blood drive set for March 24
POWAY -- Geico, 14111 Danielson St., will host a San Diego Blood Bank blood drive from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. March 24. The bloodmobile will be in the parking lot.
All donors at this drive will receive a limited-edition San Diego Blood Bank T-shirt and other gifts. They also will receive a medical history review and mini physical, which includes blood pressure, pulse and temperature checks.
Anyone age 17 or older in good health and weighing at least 110 pounds may be eligible to donate blood. Eating a good meal before donating is recommended.
For information or to schedule an appointment, visit http://www.sandiegobloodbank.org or call (800) 4MY-SDBB.
Youth Track & Field Meet set
POWAY -- The city's Youth Track & Field Meet 2006, for youths born in 1991 to 1999, will be held April 1 at Poway High School, 15500 Espola Road. Participants can compete in three running events and two field events. Boys and girls will compete in separate divisions. Youths participating on a high school track team are not eligible. Fee is $3 per event per child. Register at City Hall, 13325 Civic Center Drive, by March 30.
Senior Volunteer Patrol recruiting new members
POWAY -- The Poway Senior Volunteer Patrol is seeking new members to assist with vacation home checks, visiting seniors who are homebound and helping with traffic control and office work. Call Bill Cross at (858) 748-2629 or the Poway Sheriff's Station at (858) 513-2855.
YANA program reaches out to homebound
POWAY -- The Poway Sheriff's Station and its Senior Volunteer Patrol offer the You Are Not Alone (YANA) outreach program for elderly or disabled individuals who are homebound.
Volunteers make phone calls or visits to YANA clients on a regular basis depending on the client's wishes. Volunteers check to make sure that the clients are being cared for or are caring for themselves properly. Any concerns are documented and quickly follow up on.
For an application and information, call (858) 513-2852 and leave a message for the YANA administrator.
Church to break ground for new building
SAN MARCOS --St. Mark's Catholic Church will hold a groundbreaking celebration for its new educational building from noon to 5 p.m. March 26 on the church grounds at 1147 W. Discovery St. The event will include food, entertainment and free games for kids.
Weight-loss group meets weekly
SAN MARCOS -- Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) meets Wednesdays at the Palomar Estates East Clubhouse, 650 S. Rancho Santa Fe Road. Weigh-in is at 9 a.m., followed by the meeting at 9:30. Call Rhoddie, area captain, at (858) 831-9201 or (760) 734-1399.
Discover San Marcos hike set
SAN MARCOS -- The city's Community Services Department will sponsor a free Discover San Marcos hike from 9 a.m. to noon April 1. Participants can explore the future and existing trails of Old Creek Ranch and the connections to San Elijo Hills, Carlsbad, Encinitas and county areas. The hike is 4 to 6 miles in length and is of moderate difficulty. It will be divided into moderate and fast groups.
Meet at the corner of Diamond Street and Melrose Drive. Take San Marcos Boulevard to Rancho Santa Fe Road south. Turn left on Melrose Drive, then right onto Diamond Street. Park along the sides of Diamond Street.
Reservations are not required; sign in at the meeting location. Minors must be with an adult. Participants should bring water and trail snacks and wear sturdy walking shoes.
Information: (760) 744-9000, Ext. 3505 or 3508.
San Marcos offers community garden
SAN MARCOS -- The city hosts a community garden at 1263 Fulton Road. The garden's 15-by-20-foot plots are available to San Marcos residents ages 18 and older for an annual fee of $20 per plot. There is also a one-time initial assessment of $20 for new gardeners to help offset operational expenses.
Ten of the 30 garden plots are available. The garden is designed for personal and family gardening; no commercial gardening is allowed. All gardeners are expected to maintain the appearance of their plot and abide by a set of regulations. Inactive plots will be relinquished to gardeners on a waiting list.
To learn more about the rules of use, potential gardeners are encouraged to visit the site and speak to the on-site resident.
For information, call San Marcos Community Services at (760) 744-9000.
Body, Mind & Spirit Expo on tap
SAN DIEGO -- The Body, Mind & Spirit Expo will be held from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. March 25 and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. March 26 at the Scottish Rite Center, 1895 Camino del Rio South.
The event will feature 80 holistic exhibitors, 60 free lectures, a shopping bazaar and more. There also will be a question-and-answer session with Morgan Spurlock, creator and star of the award-winning documentary "Super Size Me," at 2 p.m. March 26.
Cost of $10 includes admission for both days. Information: (541) 482-3722 or http://www.bmse.net.
Reverend to speak on 'Power Transformation'
CARLSBAD -- Science of Spirit and human potential researcher the Rev. Larry James Stevens will speak on "Power Transformation" during the 10:15 a.m. celebration service March 26 at Unity Christ Church of Carlsbad, 2555 Roosevelt St.
Stevens is the director of spiritual education for the Los Angeles Community Church of Religious Science, assisting minister at the Creative Center for Spiritual Living in Escondido and a community coordinator for the Institute of Noetic Sciences (NorCoIONS). He is the author of "Celestial Fire -- A Naval Aviator's Spiritual Odyssey," an acclaimed life guide that chronicles 30 years of research in miracles and the paranormal.
Information: (760) 729-6153; http://www.unitycarlsbad.org; office@unitycarlsbad.org.
Self-publishing is topic of workshop
OCEANSIDE -- A free workshop on self-publishing will be held from 12:30 to 2 p.m. March 22 at the Oceanside Senior Center, 455 Country Club Lane. Instructor will be author John H. Hacker, who has self-published a new book for seniors titled "Laughing at Growing Old." Call (760) 435-5250.
LIFE on spring break hiatus
OCEANSIDE -- LIFE at MiraCosta College, a lifelong learning group, will not meet March 24 due to spring break at the college. For more information on LIFE meetings, call Tillie at (760) 721-8124.
Blood drive at San Diego National Bank
OCEANSIDE -- The San Diego Blood Bank will accept donations from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. March 30 at San Diego National Bank, 165 Old Grove Road. All donors will receive a limited edition San Diego Blood Bank T-shirt as well as other gifts. Anyone who is at least 17 years old, in good health and weighs at least 110 pounds may be eligible to give blood. A good meal is recommended prior to donation. Call (800) 4MY-SDBB.
History of the harmonica is topic
OCEANSIDE -- Follow the history of the harmonica from its humble origin in 1822 through its heyday in the 1920s and 1930s, to its present state, in a free program at 11 a.m. April 1 at the Mission Branch Library, 3861-B Mission Ave. Presenter John Whiteman has one of the largest and most diverse harmonica collections in the United States, about 1,700 items. He will describe, show and demonstrate seemingly unimaginable harmonica designs that were commonplace in their time, and talk about the tunings and musical capabilities of various harmonicas, their popularity and evolution. Call (760) 435-5640.
Tri-City Computer Club to discuss identity theft
OCEANSIDE -- The Tri-City Computer Club will meet from 1 to 3 p.m. March 28 at the Salvation Army, 3935 Lake Blvd. The meeting will feature a presentation by Kristina Nehls on identity theft via computer and computer security in general. Nehls is a Crime Prevention Specialist with the San Diego County Sheriff's Department, Vista Patrol Station. Security topics will include anti-spyware, anti-virus software, firewalls and encryption.
Before the meeting, attendees can reserve lunch at the facility by calling (760) 631-8279 any day of the week but no later than 8:30 a.m. the day of the meeting. For lunch, a $3 donation is requested for those age 60 and older, and $5 for those 59 and younger. Call (760) 724-8673.
Barbershop quartet to perform
VISTA -- The barbershop quartet, A Song and a Smile, will perform at 11:45 a.m. March 29 at the Gloria McClellan Senior Center, 1400 Vale Terrace Drive. Stay for lunch and enjoy Hawaiian ham steak, sweet potatoes, green beans, tossed salad and a honey oat muffin. For seniors age 60 and older, a contribution of $3 is requested. For those younger than 60, there is a $5 charge. Reservations for lunch are requested by calling (760) 724-3362 the day before or the morning of the lunch.
Broadway Theater holds auditions
VISTA -- The Broadway Theater will hold auditions for Donald Marguilies' farce "What's Wrong With This Picture?" from 7 to 10 p.m. March 27 at 340 E. Broadway. Play dates will be Thursday through Sunday, May 4 through 28, five shows a week. Pay is $100 per actor.
All auditioners need to bring a one-minute comic monologue, nothing classical. No appointment is necessary. For more information, call (760) 806-7905.
North County bird club meets
VISTA -- North County Aviculturists will meet at 7 p.m. April 1 at the Vista Elks Lodge, 1947 E. Vista Way. The speaker will be Brandon Melanese of Avian Adventure, whose topic will be "Education Bird Show." The meeting is open to the public. Call (760) 728-2378.
North County club holds annual ball
FALLBROOK -- The Boys & Girls Club of North County will hold its annual Auction and Hollywood Glamour Ball April 28 at Pala Mesa Resort.
This "Making a Difference" event is the highlight of the club's fundraising program and benefits the Boys & Girls Clubs of North County by providing funds to continue programs and activities serving nearly 2,500 children and their families in the communities of Fallbrook, Bonsall and Pala. Arlyne Ingold and Ingold Family Foundation are this year's title sponsors.
The evening will be begin at 5:30 p.m. with a silent auction featuring more than 100 items including sports memorabilia, beauty services, dinners, art, jewelry, plants and antique furniture. The evening will continue with dining, entertainment and a live auction.
More than 20 live auction items will include a signed Willie Nelson Guitar, AKC Labrador Retriever puppy, fantasy vacation anywhere in the world, including air fare credit, Elite Golf Package for four at premier golf resorts, a private gourmet dinner prepared in your home by a renowned chef, custom-framed Tango Dancers portrait, plus many more trips and items yet to be announced.
Tickets for the auction and dinner are $175 per person or $1,750 for a table of 10.
Sponsorship opportunities are still available. For more information, visit the club's Web site at www.bgcnorthcounty.com or call (760) 728-5871 to reserve a table.
Palomar Woodcarvers to meet
VISTA -- Palomar Woodcarver Group 10 meets from 9 to 11 a.m. Wednesdays at Arcadia Place Retirement Home, 1080 Arcadia Ave. To enable younger members to join, the group also meets from 7 to 9 p.m. on the second Monday of each month. Anyone with a desire to learn the craft is welcome. Experience is not necessary as the group is happy to teach and guide. Call Wendel Fager at (760) 591-1277.
North County Singles Club seeks members
The North County Singles Club for Seniors 55 Plus is a friendship organization devoted to providing activities for senior singles. The club's principal activity is dancing, most frequently at the Vista Elks on Friday evenings. Other activities are planned occasionally as well, offering the opportunity for fun and socialization. The club is seeking new members, seniors who want to make new friends, dance and perhaps get involved with the organizing and planning of events. The club's Holiday Dinner Dance will take place Dec. 14 at the Escondido Country Club. Dinner is at 5:30 p.m. and dancing begins at 6:30 p.m. Cost is $10. Reservations are required for all events. Call Geri at (760) 942-2719.
Phobics Anonymous group meets
OCEANSIDE -- The 12 Steps of Phobics Anonymous, a support group for people with phobias, meets at 6 p.m. Wednesdays at the North County Alano Club, 4198 Mission Ave. Phobias are characterized by the dread and avoidance of specific objects or situations, such as heights, highway driving, snakes and closed-in places. For more information or directions, call (760) 757-1166.
Health support group to meet
A support group for people suffering from chronic or degenerative health challenges such as fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue and arthritis will meet from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. the first and third Tuesday of each month in North County. For more information, call (760) 579-3159.
Hispano Americans for Progress meets
VISTA -- Hispano Americans for Progress meets at 6 p.m. the first Wednesday of every month at Casa Linda Restaurant, 721 S. Santa Fe Ave. For more information, call Frank at (760) 726-3362.
Posted in Community on Tuesday, March 21, 2006 12:00 am Updated: 1:54 pm.
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