TEMECULA - People are used to seeing county Supervisor Jeff Stone and Temecula Mayor Chuck Washington in business suits, but guests at the Women's Council of Realtors fourth annual fashion show saw the two in a different light.

Stone strutted the runway at Wilson Creek Winery in jeans, a T-shirt and ball cap and Washington came out in a tank top and surfer shorts while riding a skateboard, much to the delight of the more than 300 people present.

The event, held Sept. 18, is the main fundraiser for the 135-member group, fashion show organizer Martha McKay said.

A portion of the proceeds will go to Michelle's Place, the women's breast cancer resource center. Other money goes to the Realtors group, which puts a heavy emphasis on education, McKay said.

Joan Sparkman was also among the models, as were some local winery owners. Guests also watched The World Champion Salsa Dancers.

The Women's Council of Realtors is a national network of Realtors designed to help women exercise their potential as entrepreneurs and industry leaders.

CLUB NEWS

Seniors group to play bingo

TEMECULA - Seniors Golden Years will hold its monthly bingo game from 2 to 4 p.m. today at Mary Phillips Senior Center.

Cards cost $1 and there will be 10 games.

The group, open to anyone 55 and older, also takes trips and sponsors many other activities.

The center is at 41845 Sixth St. For information, call 694-6466.

Marine Corps League to meet Saturday

MURRIETA - The Marine Corps League, Murrieta/Temecula Detachment No. 1057, will meet at 9 a.m. Saturday.

All active and former Marines and Navy corpsmen with honorable service are invited.

The league meets the last Saturday of the month at the fire station at 38900 Clinton Keith Road. For information, call 678-2650.

Art association meets Monday

MURRIETA - Hemet artist Kolan Peterson will be the demonstrator when the Murrieta's Gem of the Valley art association meets at 2 p.m. Monday at the Senior Center.

Peterson's appreciation of nature is reflected in the creativity of his watercolors.

The group meets the first Monday of the month with monthly demonstrations and an art competition.

The center is at 41717 Juniper St. For information, call Lionel at (321) 543-5786.

Women's club plans rummage sale

LAKE ELSINORE - The Elsinore Woman's Club will hold a rummage sale Monday to Oct. 6 at its clubhouse.

A variety of items will be offered.

The clubhouse is at 710 W. Graham Ave.

Voting topic for Dems group

MURRIETA - Tom Courbat of Save Our Vote will speak when the Democratic Club of Southwest Riverside County meets at 7 p.m. Monday.

The meeting will be at B'nai Chaim synagogue, 29500 Via Princesa East.

For information, call 600-0999.

Rotary Club hosts Italian musicians

TEMECULA - The Rotary Club of Southwest California will host a concert by two Italian musicians at 7 p.m. Oct. 3 at Old Town Temecula Community Theater.

Francesco Attesti, a pianist, and Matteo Galli, an organist, are touring the United States. Attesti is a classical performer and interpreter of early music and the romantic repertoire. Galli is the chief organist at the St. Maria Presso San Satiro Basilica in Milan. They will perform duets arranged for both piano and organ as well as Verdi's "Messa Da Requiem."

Tickets are $35 and can be purchased at www.TemeculaTheater.org or by calling (866) 653-8696. Proceeds will help fund Rotary projects.

School trustees to address GOP group

MURRIETA - Murrieta Valley Unified School District board members Ken Dickson, Paul Diffley and Kris Thomasian will speak when the Murrieta Republican Women Federated meets at 7 p.m. Oct. 3 at Murrieta Gardens Assisted Living.

The meeting will be at 24200 Monroe Ave. For reservations or information, call 677-4465 or e-mail sharon.dragonetti@verizon.net.

Networking group to gather

TEMECULA - Safety in today's community will be the topic when Temecula Connection, a business networking group for women, meets from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Oct. 3 at Plantation House.

Temecula police Officer Lynn Fanene will speak.

For reservations or information, call Joan at 522-2697. The restaurant is at 34225 Rancho California Road.

Illinois Club to meet

SUN CITY - The Illinois Club of Sun City will host an evening of music Oct. 4, featuring the band Highway 91 and songs of the big band and early rock 'n' roll eras.

The event begins at 7 p.m. at Webb Hall, 26850 Sun City Blvd. Refreshments will be served.

For information, call 679-7566 or 672-3669.

Skate group plans fundraiser

LAKE ELSINORE - Wildomar Skaters Committee will host a pizza day to raise funds to build a skate park in Wildomar at My Buddies Pizza.on Oct. 4

Customers who mention Wildomar Skaters between 11 a.m. and 10 p.m. will have a portion of their purchase donated to the group.

My Buddies Pizza is at 2503 E. Lakeshore Drive.

Lawyers to speak to GOP group

TEMECULA - Conservative Lawyers Fight for Justice will be the topic when the Murrieta-Temecula Republican Assembly meets Oct. 5.

Speakers will be Steve Baric, president of the California Republican Lawyers Association, Bob Tyler, Advocates for Faith and Freedom, and Stephen Lindsley, Pro Family Law Center.

Check-in is at 6 p.m. and the dinner program starts at 6:30 at Pat & Oscar's, 29375 Rancho California Road.

The cost is $15 for members, $20 for nonmembers and $10 for students younger than 25, which includes dinner and the program.

Reservations are required by calling Adele at 506-1999.

Mom's club seeks donations for sale

MURRIETA - The Mom's Club of Murrieta East is seeking donations for its annual garage sale fundraiser Oct. 6.

Proceeds will benefit the Mother-to-Mother Fund and Mom's Club International.

The sale begins at 7 a.m. on Covington Circle. To donate, call Jennifer van Boxtel at 894-6777.

Blue Thong Society aids Michelle's Place

TEMECULA - The Blue Thong Society of Temecula Valley is teaming up with La Costa and Fallbrook branch members for a spa day Oct. 7 at South Coast Winery Grape Seed Spa. A portion of the proceeds will go to Michelle's Place, the women's breast cancer resource center.

Guests can pamper themselves at the spa and learn about the Blue Thong Society and Michelle's Place.

Pilates and relaxation classes cost $12 and will be offered from 9 to 11 a.m. Lunch will be offered for $13. Full use of the facility will be included.

For costs of other services visit www.wineresort.com.

The Blue Thong Society was started to fight frump and stay hip, beautiful and chic forever while continuing lifelong learning and staying attuned to what's happening in society while giving back to charitable causes.

For reservations, call 587-9463, Ext. 7284 or 7283 and mention that you're with the Blue Thong Society. For information on the club, call co-director Mary Beth Stoneman at (909) 227-2036.

WHAT'S HAPPENING

Church hosts weekly family night

TEMECULA - Temecula United Methodist Church hosts Wednesday Family Night each week from 6 to 8:45 p.m.

There are activities for children and adults planned so participants have a chance to bond, make friends and grow spiritually. Church membership is not required to attend.

The church is at 42690 Margarita Road. For information, call the church at 676-1800, Ext. 10.

Folk singer to perform concert

TEMECULA - Award-winning Canadian folk singer Valdy will appear in Temecula on Oct. 6 in a concert to benefit Temecula Valley Children's After-school Performing Arts and Music programs.

Valdy has won several awards and has four gold albums.

The concert, at a Temecula home, is hosted by Musicians Workshop.

Tickets cost $45 and are available online at www.musiciansworkshop.org. For information, call 678-2517.

Hoops class starts next month

LAKE ELSINORE - A basketball skills course for children ages 7 to 12 begins Oct. 8 at Lake Community Center.

It will include four classes covering drills, conditioning and game play, for a cost of $20.

A second set of classes begins Nov. 5.

The center is at 310 W. Graham. To register, call the center at 245-0442.