The deadline is Thursday to apply for the California-Hawaii Elks Major Project Undergraduate Scholarship Program for Students with Disabilities.

The scholarship is available to any student who is a citizen of the United States, resident of California or Hawaii, has a physical impairment, neurological impairment, visual impairment, hearing impairment, and/or speech/language disorder; and has passed the General Educational Development or California High School Proficiency Examination. Applications are available on the Web site www.chea-elks.org.

Also available is the California-Hawaii Elks Vocational Grant for students who plan to pursue a vocational or technical course.

The program is open to any students who require training or retraining to compete in the workplace, despite their age.

Applications are available at www.chea-elks.org/vocationalgrant.html. They are due three months after they are received.

Genealogy topic of meetings

TEMECULA - The Temecula Valley Genealogical Society's Computer Users Group will meet from 10 a.m. to noon Friday followed by a meeting of the Legacy User Group at noon.

Both meetings will be at Temecula Public Library, 30600 Pauba Road. For information on the computer meeting, contact Bill Schneider at 696-1308 or bill@bill-schneider.com. For legacy group information, contact Robert Anderson at 302-6055 or rbrtanderson@aol.com.

Group plans peace rally

RIVERSIDE - Riverside Area Peace & Justice Action will hold a peace rally at 6 p.m. Friday, the fourth anniversary of the United States' invasion of Iraq.

The rally, for those wishing to send a message that they want the occupation of Iraq by U.S. military forces to end, will be held at the corner of Iowa and University avenues in Riverside.

For information, visit www.rapja.org.

Community group plans monthly meeting

SUN CITY - Jay Orr, director of the county's code enforcement department, will speak when the Riverside County United Communities, a group representing unincorporated communities, has its monthly meeting Saturday.

Breakfast is at 8:30 a.m. and the talk begins at 9:30.

The group meets the third Saturday of the month at Boston Billie's, 26850 Cherry Hills Blvd. For information, call Thelma 657-9319.

Library friends plan book sale

LAKE ELSINORE - Friends of the Lake Elsinore Library will hold a book sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday.

There will be books for children and adults at bargain prices.

The sale will be in the Community Room behind the Lake Elsinore Library, 600 Graham Ave.

Woman's club to hold boutique

SUN CITY - The Menifee Valley Woman's Club will hold a boutique sale from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday.

Crafts and books will be sold.

The sale will be at Sun City Gardens, 28500 Bradley Ave.

Also, the club's nomination committee will present officers for next year when the club gathers at 1 p.m. Thursday at United Methodist Church, 30200 Carmel Road in Sun City. The time was incorrect in an article March 7.

For information on either event, call 672-1355.

GOP ladies plan membership breakfast

MURRIETA - Temecula Valley Republican Women Federated will hold its membership breakfast at 10 a.m. March 24 at Bear Creek Country Club. There is no charge to attend.

The speaker will be Nathan Fletcher, who recently completed his service in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserves as a counterintelligence/human intelligence specialist.

Reservations are required by Saturday by calling Joyce Little at 302-1028. The country club is at 22640 Bear Creek Drive North.

Elks ladies to hold craft bazaar

WILDOMAR - The Lake Elsinore Elks Ladies Spring Craft Bazaar will run from noon to 6 p.m. Sunday.

Items will include jewelry, cosmetics, crafts, baked items and candles.

The sale will be at the Lake Elsinore Elks Lodge, 33700 Mission Trail. For information, call Aleda at 943-1410.

Author to address women's club

TEMECULA - Jacqueline Berger, author of "The First Ladies Lady," will speak when the Temecula Valley Woman's Club meets at 10 a.m. March 22.

Berger has combined her passion for history and knowledge on the nation's first ladies with her speaking and seminar abilities.

The cost of the luncheon is $16. Beverage service only is $2. The luncheon will be at Temeku Golf and Country Club, 41687 Temeku Drive. Reservations are due by Sunday by calling 302-1370.

Friends founder to speak about library

MURRIETA - Carol Kravagna, a founder of the Friends of the Murrieta Library, will speak at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the new facility.

Kravagna began working as a volunteer to bring library services to Murrieta in 1995 as a member of the Riverside County Library Task Force. Working with Dorothy "Dottie" Renon, who died in 1998, Friends of the Murrieta Library was formed with Kravagna as the first president. The group quickly grew to around 40 members, most of whom are still active in the organization.

The new Murrieta Public Library is at Eight Town Square, near Adams and Kalmia streets. It is scheduled to open Saturday.

This free program is sponsored by the Friends of the Murrieta Library. For information, call Eleanor Newhard at 600-0773.

Italian-American Club plans meal, bake sale

The Italian-American Club of Temecula will host a potluck dinner and bake sale/auction at 6 p.m. March 21. It will be a celebration to St. Joseph.

For reservation, location and other information, call Josephine at 303-8459.

Women's Connection group to meet

TEMECULA - "Keeping Love Alive" will be the theme when the Temecula Valley Women's Connection gathers for its monthly luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. March 21 at Pat & Oscar's.

Sandi Rogers will explain "The Languages of Love."

Cost is $15. For lunch and free child-care reservations, call Christine at 677-8187 or e-mail cw4cwc@verizon.net. The restaurant is at 29375 Rancho California Road.

Dakota Club plans pizza party

MENIFEE - The Dakota Club will have a pizza party at 1 p.m. March 22.

Mary Flake will speak about the early years of Menifee.

The club is open to people who have lived in either of the Dakotas, with the purpose of promoting friendship and goodwill among Dakotans.

The meeting is at Valley-Wide Recreation Center, 30627 Menifee Road. For information, call 672-1786.

WHAT'S HAPPENING

Exhibit features local photographers

MURRIETA - The works of three local professional photographers are on display at the Gentry Studio. "Personal Photography" showcases the talents of Chip Morton, Jann Gentry and Carl Kravats.

Morton specializes in advertising and fine art photography. Gentry is an award-winning photographer who says her specialty is in photographing people. Kravats specializes in photographing food, products and commercial applications.

The studio is at 26305 Jefferson Ave., Suite A. For information, call 445-4055.

Murrieta Valley choirs to perform

MURRIETA - The choirs of Murrieta Valley High School will perform their annual Spring Concert at 7 p.m. Friday at St. Catherine's Catholic Parish.

Tickets cost $8 for adults and $6 for students and seniors. Priority seating tickets are available online at www.gomvhs.com or they will be available at the door.

There will be a bake sale at intermission. Proceeds will go to the choir program.

The concert will be at 41875 C St., Temecula. For information, call 696-1408.

Quarter horse event in Temecula

TEMECULA - The SCRCHA Green Oaks Pot of Gold Show, an American Quarter Horse Association-approved special event, will take place Saturday at Tucalota Creek Ranch.

American Quarter Horse shows test horses' ability in dozens of classes. This event is for working cow horse enthusiasts.

The ranch is at 39650 Benton Road. For information, call (806) 376-4811 or visit www.aqha.com.

Rally against quarry planned for Sunday

TEMECULA - A rally opposing the proposed Liberty Quarry is planned for 1:30 p.m. Sunday at Patricia Birdsall Sports Park.

Participants are asked to wear an orange hat for an aerial photo of the group spelling out the works "No Quarry."

There will also be speakers and music. The rally is sponsored by SOS-Hills and Rainbow Against the Quarry.

The park is at Pechanga Parkway and Deer Hollow Road. For information, call Kathleen Hamilton at 676-6912 or Jerri Arganda at (760) 451-2413 or visit www.nogravelquarry.com.

CLUB MEETINGS

GENEALOGY

Lake Elsinore Genealogical Society

WILDOMAR - The Lake Elsinore Genealogical Society meets from 1 to 3 p.m. the second Wednesday of the month at the Mission Trail Library, 34303 Mission Trail.

Information, Candy Peterson at 244-8715.

SENIOR GROUPS

Best Years 55+

Best Years 55+, a social group for Temecula Valley seniors, meets for dinner each Wednesday at area restaurants and also plans trips and outings to places such as the theater and sporting events.

Information, call Sharen Edie at 303-0518 or Helen Bolen at 677-8833.

Country Club Crowd

The Country Club Crowd, a group for single seniors, offers bowling, golf, dancing, theater outings and parties.

Information, Vi McFarland at 679-0820.

Seniors Golden Years Club

TEMECULA - The Seniors Golden Years Club of Temecula Valley plans social events and takes monthly trips.

Club meetings are at 12:45 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesday at the Mary Phillips Senior Center. There is a potluck at 4 p.m. on the first Wednesday and social nights on the second and fourth Saturday, alternating bingo and bunco.

The group also takes two to four trips a month. Information, Esther at 694-6466 or 694-6464.

Singles golf group

A senior singles golf group plays each Thursday at various courses throughout the area.

Information, 652-4356 or 677-6759.

Wildomar Senior Association

WILDOMAR - The Wildomar Senior Association meets for a potluck and program at 11:30 a.m. the first Tuesday of the month at Canyon Mobile Homes clubhouse, 21601 Canyon Drive.

Information, Margie at 674-6820.

SERVICE CLUBS

Elks

Lake Elsinore Elks

WILDOMAR - The Lake Elsinore Elks Lodge meets at 7:30 p.m. the first four Tuesdays of the month at 33700 Mission Trail, Wildomar. Dinner is served from 4 to 7 p.m. Information, 674-6804.

Temecula Valley Elks

TEMECULA - The Temecula Valley Elks #2801 meets on the first, third, and fourth Tuesday of the month at the lodge, 28061 Diaz Road. Dinner, which costs $6, is at 6 p.m. and the meeting is at 7 p.m. On the second Tuesday, there is a dinner for family members and guests. A potluck is held on fifth Tuesdays.

Information, 695-7470.

Kiwanis

Kiwanis Club of Temecula-Murrieta

TEMECULA - The Kiwanis Club of Temecula-Murrieta meets at 7:15 a.m. each Wednesday at Presto's Gourmet restaurant, 30590 Rancho California Road, C303.

Information, Tony at 334-8972 or e-mail kiwanistemecula@yahoo.com.

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 the fellowship hall at St. Martha's Catholic Parish, 37200 Whitewood Ave.

Information, 677-8548, 294-0307 or 296-9894.

Rotary

Rotary Club of Southwest California

TEMECULA - The Rotary Club of Southwest California meets from 5:45 to 7 p.m. Tuesdays at Mazzaro's, 27644 Ynez Road, M11.

The cost, including dinner, is $20.

Information, Sandy Dodson at 676-8166.

Rotary Club of Temecula

TEMECULA - The Rotary Club of Temecula meets at noon Wednesdays at the Sizzler restaurant, 27717 Jefferson Ave.

Visitors are welcome, but they must RSVP with either membership committee chairman Chad Hensley at 377-2423 or attend as the guest of a Rotarian.

Rotary Club of Temecula Sunrise

TEMECULA - The Rotary Club of Temecula Sunrise meets at 7 a.m. Tuesdays at Presto's Gourmet restaurant, 30590 Rancho California Road.

Visitors are welcome as guests of Rotarians. Call 698-6116.

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.

For information, call Candy Peterson at 244-8715 or Jonnie Rice at 244-0234.

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.

For information, call 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, call 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. For information, call Janet at 677-7762.

VETERANS GROUPS

American Legion

SUN CITY - American Legion Post 657, Sun City, meets at noon on the third Monday of the month in North Town Hall, Sun City Civic Association, 26850 Sun City Blvd.

Lunch costs $6.50. Information and reservations, 301-9869.

U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary

LAKE ELSINORE - The U.S. Coast Guard Flotilla 5-1 meets at 7 p.m. the fourth Thursday of the month at the sheriff's station, 333 Limited St., Lake Elsinore.

Information, Pete Dawson, 202-1584.

WOMEN'S CLUBS

Victorian Tea Society

The Victorian Tea Society has groups throughout Southwest Riverside County that meet monthly for enjoyment of tea and friendship.

Annual dues are $20 and there is a $10 monthly fee to help the hostess defray her costs.

Information, Julie at 674-8949 or www.thevictorianteasociety.com.

Vineyard Valley Woman's Club

TEMECULA - The Vineyard Valley Woman's Club meets at 10 a.m. the third Wednesday of the month at Tony Roma's, 27464 Jefferson Ave. Lunch costs $10.

The service club works in Temecula and Murrieta through various volunteer programs.

Reservations or information, call Lania Finegold at 693-9132.

Ladies Auxiliary, Wildomar Veterans of Foreign Wars

WILDOMAR - The Ladies Auxiliary of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1508 meets at 6:30 p.m. the third Monday at 21180 Waite St., Wildomar

Information, call 674-4735.

OTHERS

American Society for Quality

TEMECULA - The American Society for Quality, the world's leading membership organization devoted to quality, meets the third Tuesday of the month at Tony Roma's, 27464 Jefferson Ave.

Registration is at 6 p.m., dinner at 6:30 and a speaker at 7. The cost for dinner is $20 for members and $22 for guests.

Information, 302-2167 or visit www.asq.org.

National Alliance for the Mentally Ill

TEMECULA - The National Alliance for the Mentally Ill, Temecula Valley, meets at 6 p.m. the fourth Thursday of each month except in July and August in the Meadowview Clubhouse, 41050 Avenida Verde. Call 676-8365.

PFLAG

Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays meets at 2:30 p.m. the third Sunday of each month.

For location or information on PFLAG or the meeting, call Cindi Koch at 943-7323.

Temecula Valley Art League

TEMECULA - The Temecula Valley Art League meets at 7 p.m. the third Thursday of the month at Mary Phillips Senior Center, 41845 Sixth St.

Information, 440-7063.

Temecula Valley Dachshund Club

TEMECULA - The Temecula Valley Dachshund Club, a casual club for Doxies and their owners, meets from 2 to 4 p.m. the first and third Sunday of the month at the Dog Park at Redhawk Community Park, 44747 Redhawk Parkway.

Information, www.tvdoxieclub.com or e-mail TVDC@ncboa.net.

Toastmasters

MURRIETA - Two Toastmasters clubs, groups that help people improve their communication skills, meet regularly in Southwest County.

The Temecula Toastmasters meets from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. the first, second and third Tuesday of the month at the Murrieta Valley Unified School District office, 41870 McAlby Court.

Information, www.temeculatoastmasters.org.

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