SOLANA BEACH – Rock musician Joe Walsh will perform a concert tobenefit The Grauer School in Encinitas at 8 p.m. Feb. 21 at theBelly Up Tavern, 143 S. Cedros Ave.
The Grauer School, a preparatory school in Encinitas operated byThe Grauer Foundation for Education, recently opened a new,13,000-square-foot campus with state-of-the-art classrooms andscience labs. The concert in the small, 600-seat venue will benefitthe school and its new facility. Walsh will sign guitars for anauction with proceeds also benefitting the school. Jack Tempchinand Rocket Science also will perform.
Tickets cost $100 and are available at the Belly Up box officeat (858) 481-8140 or through Etix, which can be accessed at theBelly Up Web site athttps://www.bellyup.com.
Foster families needed for pets
RANCHO SANTA FE – The Helen Woodward Animal Center, 6461 ElApajo Road, needs foster families to care for orphaned puppies andkittens that need temporary care before they become available foradoption. Call (858) 756-4117.
Diabetes support group meets
ENCINITAS – Seniors dealing with diabetes, or who have a familymember who has diabetes, are invited to attend the Diabetes SupportGroup from 10 to 11 a.m. the third Thursday of each month at theEncinitas Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Drive. Call (760)943-2250.
Learn all about stamps
ENCINITAS – Learn all about stamp collecting from instructorDavid Montag at 10 a.m. the first Wednesday of each month at theEncinitas Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Drive. Attendees willlearn how to mount and protect their collection, soak stamps andtopicals, history, appraisals and collecting for theirgrandchildren. Call (760) 943-2250.
Toastmasters meet Thursdays
ENCINITAS – Encinitas Moonlighter’s Toastmasters Club meets atnoon Thursdays at Encinitas City Hall, 505 S. Vulcan Ave. Learn tospeak in public with no fear in a supportive and positive learningenvironment.
Call Blair Knoll at (760) 633-2793 or visit the Web site athttps://www.moonlighters.us.
Center hosts seniors dance
ENCINITAS – The Encinitas Senior Center will host the socialdance for senior citizens age 50 and older from 2 to 4 p.m. thethird Friday of each month at the center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Drive.Dance to the music of the Oceanside Society Orchestra. Cost is $3,includes beverages and appetizers. Call (760) 943-2250.
Animal center seeks volunteers
RANCHO SANTA FE – The Helen Woodward Animal Center will hold itsvolunteer orientation from 9 a.m. to noon Feb. 10, March 10, May12, June 16, August 18 and Oct. 6 at the center, 6461 El ApajoRoad.
Volunteer opportunities are available for people age 14 andolder.
Applications needed. Call (858) 756-4117, Ext 305, or e-mailritas@animalcenter.org.
Carrillo Ranch receives defibrillators
CARLSBAD – The Friends of Carrillo Ranch, Inc. has donated anautomated external defibrillator, which is being matched by thecity of Carlsbad with a second AED so visitors to the Leo CarrilloRanch Historic Park will now have an extra measure of safety. Thepresentation at a recent city council meeting was made by WesRadoycich, Friends treasurer.
Under the supervision of the Carlsbad Fire Department, the AED’sare being installed at the Hacienda Compound and the Caretaker’sCottage, which presently serves as a temporary visitors center.This strategic placement provides emergency coverage from both endsof the park. AED’s are also portable and can be quickly transportedto other park locations if needed. Park staff members have beenspecially trained by the fire department in proper use of anAED.
The American Heart Association estimates that nearly 900Americans die each day from coronary heart disease. Most of theseare due to sudden cardiac arrest, which is far more serious andurgent than the classic heart attack where a pulse is stilldetectable. The association strongly recommends AED’s be availablein public places and many are already in service throughout thecity. The American Heart Association’s “chain of survival” is:calling 911 immediately, early application of CPR, early use of anAED and speedy arrival of paramedics to provide advanced care.
Learn to identify birds
OCEANSIDE – Visit Buena Vista Lagoon for a look at local birdswith Buena Vista Audubon Society host Tom Troy at 8:30 a.m. thelast Saturday of each month at Buena Vista Lagoon Landing. Learn toidentify birds by sight and sound with added instruction in the useof binoculars and scopes. Call Tom Troy at (760) 967-6915.
Volunteers needed for Flower Fields
CARLSBAD – The Flower Fields is currently seeking compostingvolunteers for its spring 2006 season. Duties will include teachingrecycling and vermicomposting to children from preschool throughsixth grade. Volunteers are needed between the hours of 9 a.m. to12:30 p.m. at the fields, 5600 Avenida Encinas. Volunteers mustenjoy working with children and being outdoors. Experience notrequired.
Training will be provided in March at The Flower Fields.Volunteers are also needed to conduct walking children’s toursand/or adult tours. Sitting positions include conducting visitorsurveys, hand stamping at exits and distributing generalinformation to visitors. Training will be provided in January andFebruary for tours being given from March 3 through April 30. Toursare normally scheduled between the hours of 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. CallJoni Miringoff at (760) 930-912, Ext. 118.
Spanish for kids classes offered
CARLSBAD – The Carlsbad Recreation Department is offeringSpanish for Kids classes for children ages 5 through 11 from 4:30to 5:15 p.m. Tuesdays, Feb. 27 to April 3 at the Calavera HillsCommunity Center, 2997 Glasgow Drive; also 4:30 to 5:15 p.m.Wednesdays, Feb. 28 to April 4 at the Stagecoach Community Center,3420 Camino de los Coches. The class is a fun and energetic way tolearn Spanish through music, games and movement. Vocabulary, basicgrammar and conversation will be taught.
Cost is $72 for Carlsbad residents, $82 for nonresidents. Call(760) 602-4685 or visit the Web site athttps://www.CarlsbadConnect.org.
New parent workshop
CARLSBAD – The Carlsbad Recreation Department will present theworkshop for new parents, “I’m Going to Be a Parent … Now, What DoI Need to Know?” from 6:30 to 9 p.m. March 20 at the Calavera HillsCommunity Center, 2997 Glasgow St.
Designed for parents-to-be, participants will learn what isneeded in the nursery, how to bathe a newborn, how to change adiaper, how to take a temperature and how to keep your relationshipon track. Parenting coach Marla Elliott has been helping parentsfor 30 years. Please bring a large baby doll and dress comfortably.Cost is $50 for Carlsbad residents; $60 for nonresidents.
A $5 supply fee is due to the instructor on the day of class.Call (760) 602-4680 or visit the Web site athttps://www.CarlsbadConnect.org.
Kids learn about science
CARLSBAD – The Carlsbad Recreation Department will offer “UnrealScience,” a class for children ages 5 through 15, from 3:30 to 5p.m. Thursdays, March 1 to March 22, at the Calavera HillsCommunity Center, 2997 Glasgow Drive. Watch potatoes launch,mystical bubbles and underwater fireworks. Every class includesdozens of new activities. Cost is $70 for Carlsbad residents, $80for nonresidents. A $10 material fee is due to the instructor onthe first day of class. Call (760) 602-4680 or visit the Web siteathttps://www.CarlsbadConnect.org.
Angel Society approves $10,300 for localprojects
FALLBROOK – The Board of Directors for Fallbrook’s Angel Societyrecently met and awarded funds totaling $10,300 to nonprofitorganizations that support the needs of the community. Funds wereawarded to the following organizations:
- Fallbrook Union Elementary School District Parents As TeachersProgram to support the services they provide, which include hearingand vision screenings and medical referrals for early detection ofphysical and mental disabilities.
- Women’s Resource Center, Oceanside, to support adult and childcounseling, emergency services, crisis assistance intervention aswell as housing services.
- The Fallbrook High School Girls Soccer Program to purchase newuniforms, warm-ups, soccer balls and to cover the cost of preseasontournaments.
- Boy Scouts of America to provide funds to assist Jacob Rick’swork on his Eagle Project to build a raised boardwalk for theBonsall Preserve at the corner of Mission Road and Highway 76. Thiswill protect local endangered animals and plants and keep citizensfrom walking through poisonous plants.
- Preserve Calavera to support their activities that preserve andprotect the largest remaining native habitat in coastal NorthCounty and provide biking and hiking trails and natureexhibits.
- Fallbrook Union High School KOPA to provide funds to producetheir annual literary magazine that assists aspiring young writersand artists at Fallbrook High to be published.
- School of the Arts – Art Campus at Fallbrook for the annualJunior Wildlife Art Exhibit in May 2007. Funds are to provide cashawards to the winners in grades K through 12.
The Fallbrook Angel Society uses proceeds from the Angel ThriftShop, member dues and other donations to fund requests for worthycommunity projects.
All of the merchandise sold in the Angel Shop comes fromcommunity donations. The Angel Shop is open for business from 10a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Saturday. The shop is located at 1002S. Main St. in Fallbrook.
Seniors to visit Mount Rushmore
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Senior Center trip to Mount Rushmore,S.D. has been set for May 12 through 20. The trip is nine days,eight nights, and the cost is $659 double occupancy and $909single. Transportation will be by deluxe motor coach from Fallbrookto South Dakota; eight nights lodging including four consecutivenights in South Dakota; meals including eight breakfasts and sixdinners; a visit to the Mount Rushmore National Memorial; tour ofWildlife Loop Road at Custer State Park; admission to the UniqueJourney Museum; guided tour of Deadwood; plus gaming at a DeadwoodCasino and a visit to the amazing Crazy Horse Memorial. Guides willboard the bus in South Dakota to explain the sights.
On the way home there will be a visit to the Tate GeologicalMuseum and the Western Wyoming Natural History Museum. TripInsurance is available at a nominal fee.
Organizers still need 10 to 15 people for the trip. Call thesenior center at (760) 728-4498 or Dee at (760) 723-7469 forfurther information or to sign up.
Miss Fallbrook contestants sought
FALLBROOK – Soroptimist International of Fallbrook is seekingqualified contestants for the Miss Fallbrook Pageant 2007 to beheld April 15. Young women between the ages of 17 (and a senior inhigh school) and 25 by the day of the pageant are invited to anorientation meeting at 2 p.m. Feb. 18. There will be a chance tomeet the current Miss Fallbrook, Amber Briggs, and othercontestants and learn more about the role of Miss Fallbrook in thecommunity. For information about the pageant and the location ofthe meeting, call pageant directors Patricia Harrison at (760)612-7794 or Jane Kepley at (760) 622-0204.
Women’s Connection to meet
FALLBROOK – “Language of Love” will be the theme of the nextmeeting of the Fallbrook Women’s Connection from 10 a.m. to noonFeb. 16 at the Grand Tradition at 1602 S. Mission Road. SandiRogers, former business owner and featured speaker, will explain”The Language of Love.” Guest soloist will be Mary Fry. Cost forbrunch is $20 inclusive. Complimentary child care is available butreservations are required. Call Earline at (760) 728-4513 or Maryat (760) 723-1605.
Blood drive set
FALLBROOK – The San Diego Bloodmobile will accept blooddonations from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Feb. 27 at Fallbrook Hospital at624 E. Elder St. The bloodmobile will be parked in the parkinglot.
Donors will be awarded a voucher for a free whale-watching tripdonated by Helgren’s Oceanside Sportfishing. Due to the fuel costs,there will be a $5 fuel surcharge per person.
Participants also will have the opportunity to join the SanDiego Blood Bank’s new Donor Difference Program, which includesaccess to an online store for donors and the ability to checkcholesterol, pulse and blood pressure after each donation.
Anyone who is at least 17 years old, in good health and weighsat least 110 pounds may be eligible to give blood. A good meal isrecommended prior to donation.
For donor requirements or to make an appointment, call the SanDiego Blood Bank at (800) 4MY-SDBB or visitwww.sanddiegobloodbank.org.
‘Local Color XII’ art show to open
ESCONDIDO – The Escondido Arts Partnership will present itsannual juried show, “Local Color XII,” from Feb. 8 through March 24at the Escondido Municipal Gallery, 142 W. Grand Ave. The juror forthe exhibition was Susan Pollack, public art consultant for thecity of Escondido.
The first-place winner is a 3-D, mixed media titled “ScuffMarks” by Sylvia Clark. Second place is an oil painting, “I LikedHis Hair,” by Lydia Velarde; and in third place is MarjorieWeaver’s oil painting titled “A Special Journey -Merry-Go-Round.”
An artists’ reception and awards presentation will be held from5:30 to 7 p.m. Feb. 10 at the gallery.
Gallery hours are from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays throughSaturdays. Information:https://www.escondidoarts.org,(760) 480-4101.
One-woman art show to open
ESCONDIDO – “Close to the Heart,” a one-woman show of work byaward-winning contemporary artist Lisa Bebi, will be on displayfrom Feb. 10 through March 1 at Joan Irving Studios, 451 E. ValleyParkway.
The San Diego native’s art education includes time spent at theLondon School of Fine Art and a degree from San Diego StateUniversity. Bebi has gained local and national recognition for herapproach to acrylic and mixed media portraiture.
An artist’s reception will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Feb. 10 atthe gallery. Call (619) 916-9040.
Church to host healing Mass
VALLEY CENTER – A healing Mass featuring Father Michael Searswill be held at 7 p.m. Feb. 13 at St. Stephen Church, 31020 ColeGrade Road. Praise and worship will start at 6:45.
A native of Southern California, Sears is active in the healingand teaching ministries. He is a frequent speaker at Charismaticand Marian conferences. Ordained in 1994 for the Archdiocese of LosAngeles, Sears is pastor of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish inLos Nietos.
A freewill offering will be taken for Sears’ ministry.Information: Gloria Salinas, (760) 749-2820; Mary Norris, (760)751-1157.
Wildlife Assist to host orientation
ESCONDIDO – Wildlife Assist, an emergency response organizationfor wildlife in trouble, will hold a volunteer orientation from 2to 3 p.m. Feb. 17 at the Escondido Public Library, 239 S. KalmiaSt. Call (619) 921-6044 or visithttps://www.wildlifeassist.org.
Dos Valles Garden Club to meet
VALLEY CENTER – Allen Luce will present “All About Bees” at ameeting of the Dos Valles Garden Club at noon Feb. 13 at the ValleyCenter Community Hall, 28246 Lilac Road. Information:https://www.dosvallesgardenclub.org,(760) 749-5078.
Italian American club to host dance
ESCONDIDO – The Italian American Social Club of Escondido willhold a February Sweethearts dance from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Feb. 18 atthe Resurrection Church Hall, 1445 Conway Drive. Dinner will becatered by Victoria Gourmet and music will be provided by DickDow.
Donation is $22. Reserve with Bev at (760) 743-6124 by Feb.12.
SPHS Athletic Booster Club seeks donations
ESCONDIDO – The San Pasqual High School Athletic Booster Club iscollecting donations for its Eagle All-Star Auction Dinner on March24. Donations of services or goods are needed to raise funds tosupport the athletic teams at the school. Also, sponsors are soughtto help underwrite the event. Call Rita Bowco*ck at (760)432-8865.
Take a hike at Daley Ranch
ESCONDIDO – Free, guided nature hikes are offered at DaleyRanch.
All trails include steep and/or slippery sections. Bring atleast a quart of water and wear a hat, sunscreen and hiking bootsor treaded footwear. Youths younger than 18 must be with an adult.No pets are allowed. Meet at La Honda Drive entrance unlessotherwise noted.
The hike schedule and trail map are online athttps://www.ci.escondido.ca.us.
Reservations are requested. Call (760) 839-4680. A shuttle withhandicapped accessibility runs Sundays.
- 9 a.m. Feb. 7: Naturalist Irene O’Neil will lead an easy,slow-paced walk to the Ranch House, with many stops to look atnative plants and discuss ancient and modern uses for them.
- 9:30 a.m. Feb. 8: Naturalist DJ Summers will lead an easy,one-hour hike for parents and their children. Summers will focus onthe ranch’s wild hare population, and there will be a craft for thekids to make after the hike at the Jack Creek Picnic area.
- 8:30 a.m. Feb. 10: Learn the geologic and geographic history ofthe ranch on a moderately strenuous hike led by naturalist JackPomeroy.
- 9 a.m. Feb. 11: See a diverse plant population and expansiveviews on an occasionally strenuous four-mile hike led by naturalistRick Paul. Meet at the Cougar Pass parking lot.
AAUW branch to host media professor
ESCONDIDO – The Escondido-San Marcos branch of the AmericanAssociation of University Women will host a luncheon meeting at 10a.m. Feb. 17 at the Escondido Country Club, 1800 Country Club Lane.Members of the Carlsbad-Oceanside-Vista branch will be the group’sguests at this meeting.
Fredi Avalos, a media professor at Cal State San Marcos, willpresent “The Impact of Media.” She will discuss the impact of mediaon public opinion, how it has been used to influence decisions andhow to use the media to one’s benefit. As a Latina, she also canoffer a rich perspective concerning the media’s part in theimmigration controversy.
Cost for the buffet luncheon is $16. For reservations, call Ruthat (760) 489-0579.
Conservancy offers ‘watershed’ hikes
NORTH COUNTY – The Escondido Creek Conservancy hosts “Wednesdaysin the Watershed” outings. The conservancy is a nonprofit, publicbenefit corporation dedicated to the preservation, restoration andprotection of the natural open space within the Escondido Creekwatershed.
To sign up for the following outings, call (760) 471-9354. Forinformation, call the number above or go tohttps://www.escondidocreek.org.
- 9 a.m. Feb. 21: San Elijo Lagoon South Shore hike, Encinitas.See how this nearly 1,000-acre coastal wetland manages the water itreceives from Escondido Creek. Easy, four-mile flat hike. Meet atthe Rios Avenue trailhead.
- 9 a.m. March 7: Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve in Encinitas,Lake Hodges Overlook hike. Intermediate level, six-mile hike with a700-foot elevation gain/loss. Meet at the reserve stagingarea.
- 9 a.m. March 21: Stanley Peak hike at Daley Ranch in Escondido.Enjoy spectacular 360-degree views of the upper watershed.Intermediate level, seven-mile hike with a 1,000-foot elevationgain/loss. Meet at the upper end of La Honda Drive.
OASIS to offer computer class
ESCONDIDO – Larry Hambright will present a computer class called”Data Back-ups” from 10:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Feb. 21 at the OASISeducation center in the former Robinsons-May South store, thirdfloor, Westfield North County. Cost of $12 includes handouts.Preregistration is required. Call (760) 432-0635.
Parkinson’s group to meet
SAN DIEGO – The Parkinson’s Resource Organization will meet from7 to 9 p.m. Feb. 21 at the Scripps Mende Well Being, 4305 La JollaVillage Drive. The support group is designed for caregivers, adultchildren and family members of loved ones with Parkinson’sdisease.
There is no charge, however, reservations are requested. Call(877) 775-4111. For information, go tohttps://www.parkinsonsresource.org.
Local artist wins at exhibition
SAN DIEGO – Rancho Penasquitos resident Claire-Lise MattheyAnderegg has won third place in the San Diego Watercolor Society’sexperimental water media exhibition, “New Beginnings,” which closedlast month.
She is among the first artists to win in the society’s newlocation at the NTC Promenade on Dewey Road in San Diego. Her workwas judged by experimental artist Robert Burridge, who was in SanDiego for a workshop at the same location.
The watercolor society hosts shows on various themes everymonth. This month’s theme is “Hearts and Heroes” juried by MichelleAbrams. Information:https://www.sdws.org, (619) 876-4550.
‘Voice of Oceanside’ programs announced
OCEANSIDE – A “Voice of Oceanside” program about “HomelessServices in North San Diego County” is now airing on KOCT CableChannel 19 in Oceanside. The program includes an hour-longinterview conducted by reporter Alison St. John with John Thelen,executive director of the Regional Task Force on the Homeless;Rosemary Johnston of the Interfaith Shelter Network; and CraigJones of Interfaith Community Services.
Gary Bonelli, communications director for SANDAG, will beinterviewed by John Bonosoro on a “Voice of Oceanside” focus on”Traffic and Transportation.” This program will begin airing at 6a.m. and 7 p.m. Feb. 12.
Oceanside police Chief Frank McCoy will appear on the “Voice ofOceanside” beginning Feb. 19 at 6 a.m. and 7 p.m. McCoy will beinterviewed by John Bonosoro.
For additional program times, visithttps://www.koct.organd click onSchedule.
Martial arts open house set
OCEANSIDE – United Studios of Self Defense will celebrate 39years in business and 16 years serving the Oceanside community witha free open house from 2 to 5 p.m. Feb. 10 at 4140 Oceanside Blvd.,No. 137. The event is open to those ages 14 and older and attendeesare asked to arrive on time.
Druing the event, participants will learn methods of instructionand effective self-defense techniques and learn about the healthand fitness benefits of martial arts. Fruit, water and juice willbe served. Participants must make reservations to attend by calling(760) 630-8116 or log on tohttps://www.oceansidekarate.com.
LIFE at MiraCosta to meet
OCEANSIDE – LIFE at MiraCosta College, a lifelong learninggroup, will meet at 1 p.m. Feb. 9 in Room 1068 in theAdministration Building at the college, 1 Barnard Drive. Thenuclear nonproliferation treaty and Iran’s controversial programwill be discussed by Dr. Vojin Joksimovich. At 2:30 p.m., BobAllen, LIFE member, in “Civil War A-Z” will cover the keypersonalities, the major battles and long-term consequences of thisconflict. Visitors are welcome. Call Tillie at (760) 721-8124.
Library friends host Duo Colibri
OCEANSIDE – The Friends of the Oceanside Public Library willpresent a performance by Duo Colibri at its annual membershipmeeting at 3 p.m. Feb. 15 in the Civic Center Library CommunityRooms, 330 N. Coast Highway.
Guitarist Magdalena Loza and flutist Tiffany Weller from SanDiego State University’s School of Music and Dance, form DuoColibri. Born out of a shared passion for chamber performance andSpanish music, this renowned ensemble specializes in Latin,classical and pop standards.
A brief business meeting for members of the Friends will be heldprior to the performance. Library Director Deborah Polich willpresent an overview of current library programs and projects.Refreshments will be served. The event is free and open to thepublic. Call (760) 435-5560.
Oceanside Pop Warner, Cheer sign-ups set
OCEANSIDE – Oceanside Pop Warner Football and Cheer signups willbe accepted at the following times. Coaching applications also willbe accepted during all scheduled sign-ups. Call (760) 726-8124 orvisithttps://www.eteamz.com/opw.
- Feb. 17, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Martin Luther King Park, 4500 MesaDrive.
- Feb. 25, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Martin Luther King Park, 4500 MesaDrive.
- March 1, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., Community Rooms, Oceanside CityHall Civic Center, 330 N. Coast Highway.
- March 8, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., Community Rooms, Oceanside CityHall Civic Center, 330 N. Coast Highway.
Pauma Casino is destination
OCEANSIDE – Oceanside Elks Lodge 1561 has a bus going to thePauma Casino Feb. 19. The bus will leave the lodge parking lot at8:15 a.m. and return at 3 p.m. The cost is $6 per person, drivergratuity included. Upon arrival, casino goers will receive $10.Call (760) 433-1561 or (760) 433-7615.
Senior center taking wine and cheese tour
OCEANSIDE – Oceanside Senior Center’s travel group, HappyWanderers, has planned a wine and cheese tour May 23. The cost is$65 per person and includes a tour of the Winchester Cheese Co., adairy farm of 500 Holstein cows, where you will learn the entireprocess of how Gouda cheese is made and also sample someoutstanding California cheeses. Lunch is included at MarieCallendar’s in Temecula, and then it’s off to Callaway vineyard fora tour and wine tasting before heading home. Reservation deadlineis March 1. Call (760) 435-5250.
Seniors visit Santa Anita
OCEANSIDE – Oceanside Senior Center’s travel group, HappyWanderers, will visit the horse races at Santa Anita Park on April5. The cost is $47 per person and includes deluxe motor coachtransportation, clubhouse seating, table service luncheon in theClub Court, the racing program, water and driver gratuity. Don’tbring walkers on this trip as there may be quite a bit of walking,depending on drop-off location at the track. Reservation deadlineis Feb. 21. Call (760) 435-5250.
Celebrate Mother’s Day at dinner theater
OCEANSIDE – Oceanside Senior Center’s travel group, HappyWanderers, will celebrate Mother’s Day one day early at theacclaimed Candlelight Pavilion Dinner Theatre in Claremont on May12. The cost is $77 per person and includes a very Special MagicalMusical afternoon where the Candlelight Pavilion will betransformed into a Las Vegas Showroom for a tribute to the original”Rat Pack” known as “Sin-City-Five” – Frank, Dino, Sammy, Joey andPeter – the gang that ruled Las Vegas in the ’50s and ’60s. Alsoincluded is a three-course meal plus the live big band music of theBlue Note Swing Orchestra topping off the show. Reservationdeadline is Feb. 21 and reservations are expected to sell out. Call(760) 435-5250.
Free bead-crafting event offered
VISTA – Michael’s will host a free bead-crafting event from 1 to5 p.m. Feb. 11 and 17 at 1851 University Drive. Participants ages12 and older will get to make and take home a free beaded bracelet.Call (760) 941-7350.
Play-reading series begins
VISTA – Moonlight Stage Productions will hold its second annualWordsWork at the Avo Play Reading Series beginning Feb. 12 at theAvo Playhouse, 303 W. Main St. The first presentation in the playreading series is “Lettice and Lovage,” by Peter Shaffer. Allreadings are free to the public. Doors open at 7 p.m. and thestaged play reading begins at 7:30 p.m.
“Lettice and Lovage” is the story of two British women whor*fuse to accept the mediocre, or the second-rate, and who find anunusual way to combat the dreariness of modern life.
Directed by playwright Jim Caputo, in association with ScrippsRanch Theatre, others in the cast are local award-winning theaterveterans Jim Chovick, Melissa Fernandes and Sandra Ellis-Troy.
Funded by the Moonlight Cultural Foundation and produced by thecity of Vista, the free play-reading series continues March 12 withPulitzer Prize winner August Wilson’s “Joe Turner’s Come and Gone,”featuring members of The San Diego Black Ensemble Theatre. Thesecond play in Wilson’s decade-by-decade chronicle of blackAmericans’ experience in the 20th century is set in a 1918Pittsburgh boarding house.
The series concludes with a yet-to-be-announced piece April 16.Each play reading is followed by a forum that enables the audienceto ask questions of the director and cast. Call (760) 639-6159 orvisithttps://www.moonlightstage.com/events.
Optimist club holds oratorical contest
VISTA – The Optimist Club of Vista is encouraging area studentsto speak their minds on the topic of “My Biggest Challenge is …” aspart of the Optimist International Oratorical Contest for 2007.
The club will judge local students’ speeches based on contentand presentation to determine the top winners. Winners will receivea $500 scholarship and the winning speeches will be sent to thezone level, and possibly the district level for the opportunity towin college scholarships. Students under the age of 16 as of Dec.31, 2006 are eligible to participate.
The deadline to hand in speeches is March 5. Students wishing toparticipate can find out more by contacting Don Marks at (760)726-7209.
Norwegian pianist to perform
VISTA – Sons of Norway will host professional pianist Knut ErikJensen, on tour from Selbu, Norway, at 3 p.m. Feb. 10 at FaithLutheran Church, 700 East Bobier Drive. Jensen will perform themusic of Edvard Grieg. Cost of the concert is $10. Contact AnitaMatheson at (858) 229-0586 or e-mailnorsk@dslextreme.com.
Bingo at mobile-home park
VISTA – Vista Royalodge Mobile-home Park holds bingo at 2 p.m.every Tuesday at 1010 E. Bobier Drive. Doors open at 1:15 p.m.Payout depends on attendance. Cost is $5 for a pack of 11 games.Call (760) 639-4353.
League of Women Voters to meet
OCEANSIDE – The Oceanside/Vista Unit of the League of WomenVoters will meet at 11:30 a.m. Feb. 12 at the Buena Vista AudubonNature Center, 2200 S. Coast Highway. Guest speaker will be GaryHill, a local researcher and member of the Livable CommunityMovement. Call Kathy Mason at (760) 643-0177.
Donate or buy used furniture at BrotherBenno’s
OCEANSIDE – Brother Benno’s has added a new service – furnituredonations and sales. To arrange for pick-up of gently used,re-sellable furniture, call (760) 439-1244, Ext. 119. To purchasequality furniture at affordable prices, visit Brother Benno’sshowroom at 3242-B Production Ave., next to the center. Theshowroom is open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesdays andSaturdays.
Busby to host party for Dems Feb. 13
ESCONDIDO – Francine Busby, former congressional candidate, willhost a party for the Democratic Party from 6 to 8 p.m. Feb. 13 atStone Brewing Co., World Bistro and Gardens, 1999 CitracadoParkway.
Meet San Diego County party leaders and hear about their visionfor 2007-08; sign up for Democratic clubs, Go Team and otherDemocratic Party activities; and find out how to participate in theCalifornia State Democratic Party Convention in San Diego.
Suggested donation is $20 per person; $30 per couple. Proceedswill benefit North County Democratic Unity’s efforts to open apermanent Democratic Party office in North County.
R.S.V.P. to Leigh atLeigh.mahon@ncunity.orgbyFeb. 9.
Seniors can get help with taxes
RANCHO BERNARDO — Seniors can receive free assistance withtheir state and federal income taxes today through April 15 at theRancho Bernardo Senior Services offices, 16769 Bernardo CenterDrive, Suite K-14. Appointments will be available. Those withoutappointments will be assisted on a first-come, first-servedbasis.
Tax assistance are available during the following hours: 9 a.m.to noon and 1 to 4 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays; 1 to 4 p.m.Wednesdays; and 9 a.m. to noon Saturdays.
Those needing assistance should bring information about theirincome and taxable deductions receipts, as well as copies of lastyear’s returns. In-home assistance is available to those who arehomebound, provided the return is uncomplicated and the taxpayerhas the required information available.
Most tax forms will be available at the RB Senior Servicesoffice.
For information, call (858) 487-2640.
Ramona Library to host family events
RAMONA – The Ramona branch of the San Diego County Library, 1406Montecito Road, will present these programs for families. Forinformation, call (760) 738-2434.
- 2:30 to 4 p.m. Feb. 8: Family Crafts. Make a Valentine’s Daycard, a “bee mine” magnet or a heartmouse.
- 6 to 7 p.m. Feb. 8: “Sounds of a Different Drummer” spiritualpercussion performance.
- 5 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays: Yoga for beginners.
5-Minute Networking event on tap
POWAY – The San Diego North Chamber of Commerce will host a 5Minute Networking event Feb. 8 at the Maderas Golf Club, 10660 OldCoach Road. Participants can meet up to 20 individuals one on onein five-minute increments resulting in a fast-paced and productivenetworking experience.
Cost is $35; $25 for chamber members. Registration and acontinental breakfast will begin at 7 a.m., and the program willkick off at 7:30. Reservations are required. Call (858) 487-1767 orgo tohttps://www.sdncc.com.
Rancho Bernardo Travelers to meet Feb. 9
RANCHO BERNARDO – The RB Travelers will meet at 1:30 p.m. Feb. 9in the auditorium of the Seven Oaks Community Center, 16789Bernardo Oaks Drive. The travelogue, “People of Poland,” will bepresented by Charles Hartman.
Refreshments will be served. A drawing for travel discounts alsowill be held. For information, call (858) 674-6856.
In addition, the club is offering a seven-day trip to theCanadian Rockies and Glacier National Park. Departure date is Aug.7. For information, call Paddy at (858) 451-9579.
‘Successful Marriage’ series offered
POWAY – The Family Spiritual Center, at 13495 Poway Road in theCreekside Community Room, will present a three-week series on “Howto Assure a Successful Marriage.”
The two-hour seminar called “Marriage? Are You Sure?” will bepresented Feb. 13. The topics for one-hour classes on Feb. 20 and27 will be “Catch a Soul Mate and Avoid Future Divorce” and”Getting Through the Hard Times,” respectively.
All programs will begin at 7 p.m. Requested donation for theseminar is $20; a love offering will be collected following theclasses. For information, call the Revs. Abigail or Steve at (858)487-8885 or go tohttps://www.familyspiritualcenter.org.
Antique fair set for Feb. 10
SAN MARCOS – San Marcos Community Services will hosts its fifthannual Antique Sale and Appraisal from noon to 4 p.m. Feb. 10 atThe Barn in Walnut Grove Park, 1950 Sycamore Drive.
Vendors will sell a variety of antiques and collectiblesincluding pottery, linens, books, household items, furniture andmore. Certified appraisers will offer verbal estimates of anyantiques or fine art pieces for $7 per item (excludingjewelry).
For information, call (760) 744-9000.
VFW Post 3795 to meet
SAN MARCOS – Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3795 holds itsgeneral meetings at noon the second Saturday of each month at thepost, 212 W. Mission Road. The next meeting will be held Feb. 10.New members are welcome.
Members are encouraged to attend and share their ideas on howthe post can best serve its members and provide a better post andcanteen.
The Ladies Auxiliary meets at 2 p.m. the second Saturday. Newmembers are needed and are welcome to bring their ideas on how tobetter serve the post’s members and the community.
For information, call (760) 744-3795.
Youth soccer tryouts planned
SAN MARCOS – The San Marcos Competitive Soccer Club will holdtryouts for its 2007 season Feb. 12 through 15 at Las Posas Park,1387 W. Borden Road.
Tryouts for girls (U10 to U14 teams) will be held from 5:30 to7:30 p.m. Feb. 12 and 13. Tryouts for boys (U10 to U14 teams) willbe held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Feb. 14 and 15.
For information, go tohttps://www.sanmarcosayso.organdclick on the Matrix crest logo.
Madrid Manor Follies planned
SAN MARCOS – Madrid Manor Mobile Home Park, 1401 El NorteParkway, will present its 24th annual Follies, “Dancin’ U.S.A.1890-2000,” a five-piece live show featuring Bruce’s Band Boys, onFeb. 24 and 25.
For the Feb. 24 show, co*cktails will be served beginning at 5p.m. followed by the dinner at 6 and the show at 7. On Feb. 25,co*cktails will begin at 1 p.m., with dinner at 2 and the show at 3.Cost is $16.
For reservations, call Jan at (760) 746-9451.
World Affairs group to meet
RANCHO BERNARDO – The San Diego World Affairs Council, NorthCounty chapter, meets at 10 a.m. Thursdays at the Remington ClubPhase II, 16916 Hierba Drive. Meetings are free and open to thepublic.
Upcoming programs include the following:
- Feb. 8, Dr. Lawrence Loughnane, adjunct professor at UC SanDiego, Alliant University and CETYS Universidad, Mexicali, willdiscuss “Spain: Thirty Years of Time, Seventy-five Years ofProgress.”
- Feb. 15, WAC member Dr. Al Myers will give his “Observations onToday’s Venezuela.”
- Feb. 22, consultant Anthony J. Spurgin will talk about “ChineseNuclear Programs.”
For information, e-mailcychad@cox.netorvjoksimovich@aol.com, call (760)489-0156 or visithttps://www.sdwac.com.
Kids learn to defend against bullies,strangers
VISTA – Play It Safe, a self-defense class for children ages 5to 11, will be offered from 12:30 to 3 p.m. Feb. 10 at AK MartialArts & Fitness, 3295 Business Park Drive, Suite C.
Play It Safe has been taught to more than 4,000 Girl and BoyScouts since January 2003. The class will give children theawareness and confidence training they need when facing bullying orteasing at school. The class is age appropriate and fun-filled.Children will practice new techniques by role playing with a “mock”bully.
Included in this clinic is stranger awareness andabduction-defense training. Facing a “mock” stranger, students willbe taught to recognize inappropriate behavior, trust theirinstincts when something doesn’t feel right and learn how to setboundaries. Self-defense training is incorporated into the classcurriculum.
Cost is $29.99 per student; $5 off for siblings. To register,call Margueritte Gilvey at (760) 828-7165 or visithttps://www.akkarate.com.
Women’s Connection group to meet
RANCHO BERNARDO – The North County Inland Women’s Connectionwill hold a luncheon meeting from 11:15 a.m. to 1 p.m. Feb. 14 atthe Rancho Bernardo Inn, 17550 Bernardo Oaks Drive.
A representative from Cookie Lee Jewelry will share contemporaryand classic jewelry designs.
Cost is $22, which includes a buffet lunch and the program. Allwomen are welcome. For reservations, call (858) 716-9609. Toarrange for free child care, call (858) 216-5612.
