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ON THE COVER See page 31 Escondido offers some of the most diverse wineries and craft breweries in the local area. See the map on page 31 for fourteen must-try experiences!

03 ESCONDIDO CHAMBER

The Escondido Chamber of Commerce is celebrating the 10 year anniversary of its new building.

07 WINE EDUCATION

Learn to step outside the box and educate your palate in the art of wine tasting.

12 ARRAY OF TALENT

The California Center for the Arts is serving up a diverse range of talent this Spring and Summer.

15 THE REDESIGN

Grape Day Park is in the midst of a major renovation, which is nothing new considering its rich history.

17 KENNEDY’S KARNE

Enjoy an endless variety of delicious authentic Mexicanflavored meats.

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20 ART TRADITION GALLERY

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Looking to add some style to your home? Art Tradition Gallery may have just what you’re looking for.

22 MAKING A DIFFERENCE

The Assistance League celebrates 30 years of service in helping the Escondido community.

25 RIDER’S ED.

San Pasqual High School’s mountain biking club navigates students on the trails of Escondido.

27 LOCAL REPRESENTATIVES

Meet Escondido’s local representatives: Duncan Hunter, Dave Roberts, Joel Anderson and Marie Waldron.

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30 FUN NAVIGATION

Escondido has a tremendous amount of fun and entertainment to offer; here’s where to find it all!

38 FIGHTING FOR A CURE

Escondido High’s woodshop class is using its skills to help support the Cancer Foundation.

05 DRIVER’S ED.

Orange Glen High School is utilizing the “ABC” grant program to help teach students to become better drivers through a free educational program.

19 Del Lago Academy

A unique and all new educational experience to help our youth prepare for the future.

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10 City Shticker

Irv Erdos presents “Here’s the dirt on the cleaning lady.”

44 Events Calendar

Check out what’s going on and where this Spring in Escondido.

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Escondido Chamber of Commerce Celebrating 10 Years in the New Building

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By Heather Petrek f walls could talk, they’d recount the excitement and sense of community accomplishment the City of Escondido enjoyed upon the construction of a new Chamber of Commerce building. Ten years ago, the old and dilapidated building was leveled, and created on that same plot of land at 720 North Broadway was a

brand new structure, still the home of the Escondido Chamber of Commerce today.

Harvey Mitchell was the CEO in 2005. He describes how the project came together.

“When I applied for the job, I told them the one thing I can do is help you get a building built,” Mitchell says. “What happened was, everyone was inspired by the project. We wanted to bring some of the movers and shakers into it. We started. We all knew each other. I couldn’t believe how fast it happened. I had been involved in fundraisers before, but nothing like that.”

Back before the idea for the new building was hatched, the Chamber was renting the land parcel from the city. The property was eventually purchased, but the old building was close to fifty years old, Mitchell recalls. There were mold issues. The structure needed to be taken down.

The donations came in. “I don’t take credit for much about it,” says Mitchell, “except that I was there. It was a community effort and it was so rewarding. Everybody pitched in.

Building suppliers gave us materials. At our ribbon cutting we had three hundred people.

It was an exciting time.”

Mitchell was the CEO of the Escondido Chamber of Commerce from 2003 until 2012. A banker by trade, Harvey is familiar with high finance. “People just gave us big chunks of money,” he says. “And some donations were smaller, but the exciting thing was when we continued on page 4

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Kaufman says. “After an inspirational speech by Jack Raymond and Ken Lounsberry, we began accepting bids from $50,000 to $100,000 and continued downward incrementally to $25,000, $20,000, etc. Before the evening was over, we had raised almost $250,000.

There was outstanding support from the Brecht family, Arie DeJong, George Weir, the Aeling family, Angelo Damante, Baker Enterprises, Bob Shuster and many, many others.

As the building progressed, people offered to donate money for naming rights on the various rooms, like the offices and kitchen, and also for the cost of equipment and landscaping.”

There is talk of a time capsule that was never found. “I thought we’d be able to find it, and we went down about four feet to look,” Mitchell says, “but no. It’s probably under

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where the sidewalk is now.”

No matter. Escondido and the people who love it have preserved the historic time in a better place than the ground, anyway. Snapshots of the treasured memories are buried in their hearts and minds. EM

NEWS

Driver’s Ed.

By Karina Orozco

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scondido’s roads are a little bit safer, thanks to the after

the opportunity to learn the same material at no cost. The only

school program at Orange Glen High School. Through the

downside is that the course fills up quickly and is only available to

grant-funded Assets Building Community (ABC) program,

the first 45 people who sign up.

Driver’s Education is free to all students who are at least

“I took Driver’s Ed online but I didn’t understand it and I knew

15 and a half years old and are not taking a seventh period class.

that [ABC] offered if for free, so I decided to give it a try. It turns out

The course runs three days a week, for three hours a day, for three

I learned more than I had learned online,” senior Eric Ramirez said.

weeks.

In order to receive their Certificate of Completion, students must

The ABC program, funded by the After School Safety and

attend every class. Those who miss a class will have to make it up

Enrichment for Teens (ASSETs) grant, is available to all students on

the next time the course is offered. Luckily, for students who are

campus. “It’s important that we offer students Driver’s Ed because

busy with other after school activities, the popular course is offered

the school doesn’t have the funds to offer it and this grant lets us. For

four times a year.

most kids, learning to drive is a “right of passage” into adulthood.

The course is taught by a driving instructor from Mira Mesa-

Most kids want their driver’s license and [taking the course here]

Poway Driving School (Palomar Driving School). Jay Garcia teaches

saves them money,” ABC/ASSETS Co-Coordinator Desiree Victoria

students about the rules of the road and prepares them to pass the

said.

written exam, giving practice exams to make sure the students feel

A perk to taking the classroom education part of Driver’s Ed through the ABC program is that it is free. Rather than paying the usual price that area driving schools charge ($65), students get

confident.

“In the world we live in, people need to be mobile and have their

license,” Victoria said. EM

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WINE EDUCATION How to educate your palate in the art of wine tasting

“H

Article by Maurice DiMarino ow can I learn more about wine?” is a question

wines are the framework of what wines should be like. They have

I always get asked. Many people think the

strict regulations that limit winemakers and help keep the grapes’

approach to learning about wine is the same

integrity, allowing the wines to show “terroir.”

approach we use to learn math, social studies

Where do we turn once we begin to expose our palates to unique

or science, meaning we read a book and/or attend a lecture. I wish

wines? Luckily, living in San Diego we have many opportunities

it were that easy. It took me many years to learn about wine, and I

to advance our wine skills. The real learning begins with tasting,

am still learning. Sure, I read books and attended lectures, but most

holding the bottle in your hands and reading the label. The

of my learning comes from practicing, or should I say drinking.

supported learning comes in the form of classes, seminars and

The problem arises when people aren’t willing to practice. They

tests. Each person has his/her own goal or purpose for why

might drink wine regularly, but that is not practicing. Many people

he’d like to increase his wine knowledge. Here are some of my

put limits on what they drink. “I only drink red wines” or “I don’t

recommendations for the many types of oenophiles.

like Riesling because it is sweet.” I hear these comments all the time. As the Japanese Zen master would say, “their teacup is full.”

I don’t have much hope for them. Practicing means getting out of your comfort zone and experimenting. If someone really wants to learn about wine, he/she needs to have an open mind and an open palate. You can read all the books in the world, but if you don’t try the wines you read about, you will never understand them.

My best advice is “DRINK FRENCH WINE.” In order to really get a grasp on wine, one must learn French wines. Most of the varietals we use around the world originated in France. French

The Trade Those in the trade or looking to join the trade, whether it be wine sales, wine production, or the restaurant business, have several outlets. There are courses through the WSET, CSW and Court of Master Sommelier that are especially meant for the trade. Some of these courses might be several weeks long and others are independent learning with supported seminars and tests. Each of these will give students the certifications they need to build their resumes. continued on page 9

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Contributors

Meet our talented batch of contributors for the 2015 Spring issue

Wendy Barker

Wendy Barker is Executive Director of the Escondido History Center. Their museum in Grape Day Park is open Tuesday through Saturday from 1 - 4 pm.

Irv Erdos

Irv Erdos is a humor columnist. Contact him at IrvErdos@aol.com.

Whitney Butler

Whitney Butler is a professional freelance writer and wannabe chef.

She grew up in Escondido, enjoys international travel, wearing sunglasses and managing her company Butler Ink & Media.

Taylor Mackay

Taylor is a junior at Del Lago Academy, and an aspiring microbiologist. An active Girl Scout whose favorite sport is softball, Taylor honors the importance of women in the work force, hoping for a future where women are equal to men in all aspects of life.

Noah Callahan

Noah Callahan is a senior at San Pasqual High School and is currently the editorin-chief of the school’s newspaper, Eagle Eye. He plans on attending a fouryear college, majoring in journalism.

Gina McGalliard

Gina McGalliard is a freelance writer and graduate of UCSD with degrees in political science/ international relations and literature & writing.

Crystal Chavero

Crystal Chavero is a senior at Escondido High School, enjoying her second year in Journalism. She is the Executive Editor of the school paper and wants to pursue broadcast journalism in the future.

Karina Orozco

Karina Orozco is a senior at Orange Glen High School and has been on the Musket newspaper staff since her freshman year. She is currently the co-editor in chief of the newspaper.

Maurice DiMarino

Maurice is a native of San Diego and is the Sommelier & Beverage Director for the Cohn Restaurant Group where he oversees 18 restaurants. He also writes for one of the most unique wine blogs in San Diego, mauricescru.com.

Heather Petrek

Heather Petrek is the Assignment Editor for The Escondido Magazine and a freelance writer specializing in fiction for adults and children.

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Lisa Rose

Lisa Rose is a freelance journalist and copywriter.

See her website at: sandiegowritergirl.com.

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Katherine Zimmer

Katherine Zimmer is the Tourism & Marketing Administrator for the City of Escondido. She runs the downtown Visitors Center and promotes our attractions, events, and businesses through visitescondido.com.

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is excellent and covers everything you need to know. My friend,

What if you are a traditional learner and the college format

Kirstin Fox, at the Fox School of Wine offers an excellent online

works best for you? No need to go to UC Davis. San Diego has

course helpful in getting you started.

some great options. If planting a vineyard in your back yard or making wine is your interest, Mira Costa College offers a wine and viticulture technology class. If you are the casual drinker who wants to learn more about your lifelong hobby, San Diego State University offers the Business of Wine through the Extended Studies Program. This program covers almost everything from

The Socialite If you are social and like to learn with your friends, look for special events many restaurants offer. I have a wine club, Prime Cru, which holds events around the county where we learn about Chilean wine, Blind Tasting, Food and Wine pairing and

regions of the world, marketing wine, distribution of wine and

much more. There aren’t any membership fees and you can sign

offers a study abroad program. You can pay me a visit and take

up at www.cohnrestaurants.com/vintana. 100 Wines in Hillcrest

my class, the California Wine Intensive course.

will soon be starting their 100 Wines Wine School. How fun is

Always on the go Now, for those of you who do not have time and would like

that? You can get with friends from the office after work, enjoy some bites and take a wine class in a social setting.

to learn at your leisure, there are a few programs and books I

No more excuses. You can learn about wine anytime. Remember,

recommend. First of all, the “Wine Bible” by Karen McNeil is a

do not over think wine, but share it and enjoy it. Take whatever

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path suits you best and have fun learning. The fun is in learning.

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COMEDY

Here’s the Dirt on the Cleaning Lady

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Article by Irv Erdos ift your legs,” my wife commands as she vacuums

either. Those aren’t exactly the kind of attributes one would seek

under them.

in a cleaning lady, but after all these years, my wife considers her

She’s been scrubbing and cleaning ever since

“part of the family” so she won’t dismiss her.

she arrived home from work. She always cleans the

There was even a time, years ago, the cleaning lady would invite

house the day before guests arrive and today is no exception. Who

my wife to her home for lunch. Occasionally, she would have to

is that guest tomorrow?

leave early for another cleaning job, so my wife would volunteer

The cleaning lady.

to stay behind to watch her children. If it got late, my wife would

This has been a ritual of hers for as long as I can remember.

make them dinner and put them to bed.

Thursday is the day my wife cleans the house because the cleaning lady comes on Friday.

“Why would you want to clean the house if the cleaning lady is coming?” I question.

“I can’t let her see the house this way,” she replies.

Don’t get me wrong. I’m not suggesting it would be proper for

Then she’d tidy up a bit.

Each week, when the cleaning lady shows up at the door, my wife gives her a big hug, helps her carry in her laundry, then makes her breakfast.

“You don’t see anything unusual about the cleaning lady doing her wash here?” I ask.

a cleaning lady to step into a messy house. I’m not some sort

“Why should she have to go to the laundromat and spend all

of barbarian. That would be like leaving garbage for the trash

that money when we have a nice washer and dryer she could use?”

collector.

my wife explains.

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Sometimes the cleaning lady leaves her laundry and picks it up the following week.

After breakfast, the cleaning lady heads straight to the chores, not stopping for even a moment until around noon when “Days of Our Lives” comes on.

Knowing she has diminished abilities, my wife tries to give her easy tasks. Each week, before she leaves for work, she prepares instructions for her. They are rather simple and narrow duties, the kind meant to keep her away from things like glass, china, works of art, furniture, or anything chemical, electrical, or flammable. She writes out a list and leaves it on the kitchen counter, only it has limited value because the cleaning lady can’t read English. She simply proceeds on her own, doing the best she can, and then when my wife comes home, she straightens up.

And while my wife cleans up after the cleaning lady, I get busy with random chores like gluing broken ceramics, or repairing furniture, or calling the fire department.

I try to suggest to my wife that she should only clean the house after the cleaning lady leaves instead of both the day before she arrives and then again after, but she insists on also cleaning the day before because of that strict tenet I referred

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to earlier about never allowing anyone to see the house in a mess, even if it’s the cleaning lady… and even if the cleaning lady can’t see.

And so, she continues coming because my wife can’t bring herself to let her go.

But that’s my wife. She has a big heart. She won’t fire the cleaning lady because she’s been around too long and she doesn’t want to deprive her of her income, even though she receives a pension, gets a check from Social Security, drives a Lexus, and owns a vacation home in Maui.

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ARRAY OF TALENT California Center for the Arts – Better Than Ever

I

Article by Lisa Rose t’s fair to say the California Center for the Arts, Escondido is

Andretta, marketing director. “This season, we’ve dedicated

undergoing a Renaissance of sorts, a rebirth that coincides

resources to informing the community about our programming,

with its 20th anniversary. The 2014-15 season’s offering has

which has created a lot of momentum and excitement.”

blossomed to twenty-two shows, serving up a diverse array of

The Spring 2015 line-up includes the irreverent comedy of

talent along with a new strategic plan that is proving to be a recipe

Kathleen Madigan, who performed on March 6, and was followed

for renewed success.

by the sold-out show, 2Cellos on March 10, a modern cellist duo

“I think of it as a rebirth,” said Jerry Van Leeuwen, executive

making headlines for their unconventional approach, crisscrossing

director. “Although it’s not too different on the face of what the

musical genres, touring with Elton John and guest starring on

public sees and what they get to enjoy, we have a different model

the TV show, GLEE. On May 30, the Center presents “Whose Live

of operations.”

Anyway,” the season’s last show based on the TV hit show “Whose partnerships,

Line Is It Anyway?” The same Emmy-nominated cast will improv

streamlining staff positions to reduce costs, and creating a

their way through the evening, involving some of the audience

strategy centered on engagement with the public. Advertising,

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marketing and social media campaigns have been ramped up, and interaction with the community is key.

The Center Museum rotates four exhibitions throughout the year. The Spring 2015 exhibition, entitled, “Art in Nature: The

“There has always been a lot of activity here at the Center,

Legacy of the Land,” features plein-air landscapes that portray

with about 250,000 visitors to our campus annually,” said Megan

California’s rugged terrain – from mountains to the sea. A range

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of work, from early 20th century to contemporary to pieces from local San Diego students, will be presented.

On the second Saturday of every month (September to June), the museum is part of Escondido’s Second Saturday ArtWalk, a monthly art outing that features work from well-known and emerging artists at fourteen galleries and museums within a 10-block walking area downtown. The museum’s participation in that event involves a free arts activities program for the whole family, exploring various mediums.

Throughout the year, the Center offers many other free and lowcost educational and cultural experiences for people of all ages.

On April 13, the annual smART Festival returns for a free, indoor-outdoor (CCAE and Grape Day Park), interactive experience including “make and take” art projects, a poetry garden and performances from local artists and dancers.

WOW First Wednesdays offer the public a chance to experience live music or dance performances by noted artists on the first Wednesday of every month, from September through June.

Master Classes and Artist Talkbacks allow people to listen and learn from the artists they enjoy. Classes often involve demos, discussion and instruction.

The Center’s education outreach program is heavily invested in the Escondido community. These efforts help expose students of continued on page 14

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all backgrounds to the arts, both at the Center and in the classroom. Programs encompass literacy, drama, dance, music and art.

“As far as our teacher training and going into the classroom, our focus has been on the children of Escondido,” said Karen Jobe, chair of the board of trustees for CCAE. In 2014, the Center partnered with A Step Beyond, an after-school youth empowerment

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“They’re a great group and they’re excited to be here,” said Van Leeuwen. “We love having them, so it’s a win-win. Everything is enriched.”

No matter the season, the Center is always teeming with activity. Since the doors first opened in October of 1994, the Center has hosted more than a million attendees, showcasing artists from every corner of the globe. The Center doubles as event space with a variety of accommodations: a 1,523-seat Concert Hall, a 404-seat Center Theater, 9,000-square foot museum, dance studios and conference center for performances, graduations, weddings, meetings, tradeshows, galas, etc.

According to Van Leeuwen, the 2014-15 season has been a pivotal year, proving the strategic plan is pointing in the right direction. The marketing team now surveys attendees to gather feedback and input.

“In the past, I think the perception was that there was no one to talk to here, no way to get a response,” said Van Leeuwen. “That’s not true anymore. We really do care about what people have to say.”

“We utilize that in the planning for the next year,” added Andretta. “If there’s a strong

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reaction, positive or negative, it definitely weighs in and influences our decision-making.”

According to Jobe, plans are in the works to install an outdoor terrace with tables to offer a gathering place for the community.

“The hope is that this would be the piazza of Escondido,” she said. “This isn’t just about building attendance at the shows, it’s about making the Center a place to go to. Ideally, we’d like it to be the Balboa Park of North County.”

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HISTORY

THE REDESIGN Grape Day Park’s evolution continues.

Article by Wendy Barker

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rape Day Park, once again, is about to change. That’s

in the 1920s. During spring it was where the high school team

nothing new for our beautiful downtown park. It’s

played softball. But all summer long, it was the home of Nightball

changed time and again over the years, but what is

– a high quality league of men’s fast pitch softball. It was very,

new is a Master Plan for the park and a playground

very popular for decades. During the 1950s the Times-Advocate

expansion.

reported attendance at playoff games of 1,000 or more.

In 1887, the Escondido Land & Town Company built the Lime

In 1936, the WPA (Works Progress Administration) built a

Street School. Two stories, it housed students in grades K through

bandstand with a restroom and a fountain. The bandstand was

8. It was built near the Escondido Creek, and just two short blocks

regularly used for celebrations and recitals. By 1940 the plunge

from Grand Avenue. The students loved being by the creek. One

was a popular spot to swim and cool off. In the 1960s the creek was

student later wrote, “At recess and before and after school we

channelized, forever changing one of the park’s defining features.

skipped rocks, traded pretty pebbles and caught pollywogs in fruit

In 1971, the city’s first public library was moved to the park. It

jars. Then these jars stood on the shelf of the school room and we

opened as a museum in time for the bicentennial and a new pool

watched while the creatures lost their tails and developed legs.”

was built in the parking lot. Over time additional historic buildings

By 1910, the large brick building had settled unevenly. Door and

moved in. Escondido celebrated its 100th birthday in 1988 with a

window frames were separating. No longer safe, it was torn down.

new city hall, replacing a number of businesses on the south edge

As in many young towns, community events took place at the

of the park. The ball fields were taken out to make way for the

elementary school. Grape Day, begun only two years earlier, was

California Center for the Arts, Escondido, which opened in 1994.

already a hit. Before long, this shady area, one of the few in the

The Master Plan for the park didn’t just come from the architect’s

city, was known as Grape Day Park.

imagination. The community shared their ideas through public

The park got lights in 1913. The pepper trees were planted the

meetings. City staff weighed in, as did other park stakeholders,

next year. In 1917 the park got a restroom. Finney Field was built

such as the Arts Center and the History Center. It’s an ambitious continued on page 16

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plan, full of lots of components (playground, picnic shelters, splash pads, a stage, exercise stations, demonstration garden, etc.). It will be built in stages, over a very long time, as money becomes available. Some items on the plan might never be built, but it’s a good plan. An ambitious plan. A plan worthy of this beautiful downtown green space.

City Council members, before voting to approve the Master Plan, wondered if it included too much. If the result would be too busy, if it’s too ambitious. I don’t think so. Over the last few decades Grape Day Park has become much more passive, as active uses such as the ball fields and pool were moved. The new Master Plan preserves much of the lawn so there will always be places for people to enjoy the sun and the grass and the sky. But with new components, Grape Day Park will once again become a place with lots of things to do, and will draw even more people to our beautiful downtown park. Funded by a grant, the first change you are going to see is the playground expanding dramatically.

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KENNEDY’S KARNE Escondido’s Little Slice of Mexico

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Article by Gina McGalliard he Irish surname “Kennedy” may not evoke images of

Mendoza. In addition to beef, they also offer chicken, pork and

Mexican cuisine, but at Escondido’s Kennedy’s Karne, a

their own gluten-free marinade is made in-house. In keeping with

third-generation family-owned business, you’ll find an

the current gluten-free trend, gluten-free tortillas and burritos are

endless variety of delicious authentic Mexican-flavored

on the menu. Meat quality is also of great importance. “Ninety-

meats.

five percent of what we have in our meat case is choice or above,”

The grandfather of the current general manager, Mark Soto

said Mendoza. Salsas – Kennedy’s has approximately 40 varieties

Mendoza, started Kennedy’s Karne in the sixties during the Kennedy

– are also made in-house. Kennedy’s Karne has done well on the

administration. An immigrant from Mexico who was in the United

competition circuit, winning seventeen awards for their carne asada

States on a temporary work visa, he applied for a small business

so far. They even have a thriving catering business, often catering

loan in 1962 that enabled him to open a supermarket, which

big events such as graduations, baptisms and weddings.

included a full gas station and restaurant. Soon Mendoza’s uncle

The restaurant emphasizes ethically sourced food, offering

opened a second location in El Centro, and a third location followed

organic, free-range and grass-fed options on their menu. “People

in Escondido seven years ago.

come in here and let us know what they’re looking for, and we try

The Kennedy’s Karne menu boasts fifteen different kinds of carne

to accommodate that,” he said. Kennedy’s interest in grass-fed

asada. “We’re constantly coming up with different flavors,” said

beef began when a customer, who was suffering from cancer and 17

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could not eat grain-fed beef, requested grass-fed beef, which they

meet them their freshman year – and then we see them come back

obtained for her.

from college,” said Mendoza. “They walk in, they look like grown-

Another high priority is cultivating strong ties with the surrounding community. “A tradition that my grandfather started is that we

ups, they wear makeup now, they run in [and] they give us a big hug.”

always try to help out the community as much as possible,” said

Best of all, the young customers will sometimes bring their own

Mendoza. They have done fundraising for churches and schools,

parents and families to the store. “It’s really cool that we’ve only

such as Orange Glen, Escondido Charter and Emmanuel Faith.

been here for seven years in Escondido and we’ve been able to

One of the most rewarding parts of running his business is the

see that,” said Mendoza. “We see that definitely a lot in our other

relationships he builds with customers over the years. “We’re right

locations because they’ve been around for so long, but I have seen

next door to Escondido Charter, and we see kids that are young – I

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inspiration for the work is taken from the great outdoors. McPherson

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am – 5:30 pm, and Sunday and Monday by appointment,

you can find the perfect piece of fine art to decorate your home or work space. Modern works, landscapes, and new pieces are consistently added to brighten the spaces in your life in need of beauty and inspiration.

Artist Darrel McPherson is one of the local artists featured at the gallery. Lisa Pradhan, Gallery Manager, says, “our upcoming show is titled “Paradise Found” and focuses on evocative articulations of

a larger version of the piece the same day in the studio. In plein air works, the artist’s main limitation is the ability to transport the work, and to work quickly enough that the scene doesn’t change. Lake Hodges, Dixon Lake, and Elfin Forest are locations McPherson visits, areas of Escondido rich with muse and motivation.

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“One-hundred and ten women showed up that day,” Ferry said.

“Seventy-nine of them joined. I’d say that’s pretty good.”

– a women’s nonprofit organization dedicated to serving the

The League’s first chapter house was an old building at

community through a variety of localized programs. Still a member,

Washington Park. The original thrift store, called Bargain Box,

Sutherland’s contribution embodies the altruistic spirit that connects

opened in 1985 in a rented building on South Escondido Boulevard.

the women and girls of the chapter – known today as the Assistance

Ferry laughs when asked about challenges the organization faced

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during these early years.

You’ve probably passed the chapter building on East Valley

“I never heard anyone complaining!” Ferry said.

Parkway, maybe even gone inside the Thrift Store & Consignment

Capital campaigning along with Southerland’s prize winnings and

located on the first floor, but you might not know how this chapter

$10,000 from Major Market allowed the chapter to purchase its first

of the nationally recognized Assistance League impacts the lives

property – an old Auto Club building on East Valley Parkway. The

of children and seniors in north county. And it’s no wonder.

current chapter building (also the Thrift Store & Consignment) is

Today’s philanthropic landscape is just as competitive as for-profit

the hallmark of the League’s dedicated members, which, through

business’. Yet the members of the Assistance League have realized

a second round of capital campaigning and a generous donation

their efforts to organize, sustain and provide to those most in need.

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“We need to take care of our children,” said Whited. “We need to educate, feed and clothe them. They’re our most valuable resource. They are our future.”

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Mountain Biking Navigates SP Students Out to the Trails of Escondido Article by Noah Callahan

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ithin the diverse community of Escondido, many

and after San Pasqual High School received the money to support

teenagers do not always receive the opportunities

SOAR, we decided to use the grant to buy mountain bikes for

to participate in sports or other athletic activities,

kids who did not already have bikes,” Mr. Perreault said. After

but unlike many teams, San Pasqual High School’s

purchasing mountain bikes for San Pasqual, Mr. Perreault still

Mountain Biking Club opens its doors to all. Started in 2013,

needed to reach out to students interested in joining his team.

along with the help of the Success, Opportunities, Academics

“At the SOAR launch party Harvey and I set up a booth where

and Recreation (SOAR) program, oceanography teacher Daniel

students could see what we had to offer in our club,” Mr. Perreault

Perreault and one of his old friends, Dylan Harvey, began a club

said. “We also advertised in San Pasqual High School’s video

for students who enjoy mountain biking. Special funds to run this

announcement program. After several students became interested,

program, as well as other educational programs to support student

we formed a club through ASB.” Since the 2013-2014 school year,

engagement, are provided through the After School Safety and

students have been riding with Mr. Perreault, but new this year is

Enrichment for Teens (ASSETs) grant.

Mountain Biking Club’s introduction to league racing.

“The other coach and I have known about the league for a while,

“The team races cross country mountain biking,” Mr. Perreault

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said. “Cross country mountain biking consists of looped flat races 10 to 20 miles long with mild uphill and downhill portions.”

For students the club season begins in late October. When December arrives and the league season begins, students start to push themselves more as the race schedule approaches. Though students often put plenty of work into the club, not only is Mountain Biking Club about racing, the goal is also to provide a healthy activity for students who do not always have a place to go.

“Mountain biking gives students an avenue to get out on the trails,” Mr. Perreault said. “We are lucky that here in Escondido we have trails and tracks so close. It is fun to get outdoors with these kids who love mountain biking.” EM

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LOCAL REPRESENTATIVES Escondido’s leading Representatives

Duncan Hunter hunter.house.gov

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ongressman Duncan D. Hunter represents California’s 50th Congressional District consisting of East and Northern County San Diego. In 2008, Hunter was elected to his first term in the House of Representatives, succeeding his father, Duncan L. Hunter, who retired after serving 14 consecutive terms in Congress.

Soon after September 11, 2001, Hunter joined the United States Marine Corps. Hunter served two

combat tours in Iraq and one in Afghanistan. In 2005, Hunter was honorably discharged from active military service and started a successful residential development company. Still a Marine Reservist, he was promoted to the rank of Captain in 2006, and to the rank of Major in 2012.

Less than two years before Hunter was elected, he was recalled to active duty and deployed to Afghanistan. Hunter returned home after more than six months on the front lines and, with the support

of the San Diego community, became the first Marine combat veteran of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan elected to Congress.

Hunter is a strong conservative who is committed to strengthening national security, enforcing our borders, creating opportunities for American workers and protecting the interests of taxpayers. He is also a strong proponent of the Second Amendment, protecting traditional marriage and the rights of the unborn.

Hunter is a native of San Diego, a graduate of Granite Hills High School, and holds a degree in Business Administration from San Diego State University. Congressman Hunter and his wife live in Alpine, California, and are proud parents of Duncan, Elizabeth and Sarah. continued on page 28

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Dave Roberts Vice Chairman San Diego County Board of Supervisors 720 North Broadway Escondido, CA 92025 (619) 531-5533 supervisordaveroberts.com

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upervisor Dave Roberts is pleased to represent Escondido and neighboring communities along the Interstate 15 corridor from his district office in the Escondido Chamber of Commerce building. Roberts has earned the Vice Chairman’s post on the Board of Supervisors and is 2nd Vice President of the California State Association of Counties. He works closely with local and

regional business groups to support local purchasing and contracting and to grow jobs and the economy.

Roberts takes great pride in the county’s solid fiscal standing and programs that improve quality of life for all residents.

Joel Anderson 500 Fesler Street, Suite 201 El Cajon, CA 92020 (619) 596-3136

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sen.ca.gov/anderson tate Senator Joel Anderson represents the thirty-eighth Senate district. John Kabateck, California Executive Director of the National Federation of Independent Businesses, said, “Joel has shown that he understands the challenges that small business owners of California face – we are proud that he has a 100% voting record with us and look forward to working with him in the future.”

Rebecca Pollack-Rude, a local leader in the real estate industry, said, “The Senator is very business-minded, he

always listens to us. He listens to all of his constituents.”

Senator Anderson has been awarded “Legislator of the Year” by many prominent organizations working for growth and prosperity including the California Small Business Association and the Lakeside Chamber of Commerce.

In naming him Legislator of the Year, California Small Business Association President Betty Jo Toccoli said, “Anderson is an exemplary legislator which is why he earned CSBA’s Legislator of the Year Award. He authored legislation for small business tax incentives to create thousands of new career opportunities.”

Senator Anderson has also received “Top Ratings” from the National Federation of Independent Business and the California Chamber of Commerce, and he has received several special recognitions for his legislative leadership from pro-prosperity organizations including the San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce’s Courageous Leadership Award.

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(760) 480-7570 ssembly member Marie Waldron represents the 75th District in the State Assembly. First elected to the Legislature in 2012, she was overwhelmingly re-elected in 2014 and serves

the communities of Escondido, San Marcos, Vista, Bonsall, Fallbrook, Valley Center, Rainbow, Hidden Meadows and Temecula.

Marie Waldron has an extensive background in business

and local government. Her professional career has included owning and operating a successful screen-printing and apparel business, Top End Tees, with her husband for 20 years in Escondido.

Waldron began her public service at the local level. As a member of the Escondido City Council, she served for 14 years as a champion for public safety, fiscal responsibility and neighborhood revitalization.

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FUN NAVIGATION Where to Find Escondido’s Array of Fun and Entertainment

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Article by Heather Petrek he following pages depict maps and visual representations

other amenities including transit and health care make downtown

of the many unique locations and experiences our Hidden

the perfect place to visit and enjoy.

Valley offers Escondido residents and out-of-the-area visitors alike.

For navigators on rider-propelled wheels, eight different biking routes are highlighted including the Escondido Creek Trail, San

As a north San Diego county destination for winery and craft

Diego Zoo Safari Park, and Kit Carson Park to Del Dios Highlands

beer experiences, you can customize the perfect day for any

Preserve, each complete with suggestions for stops along the way.

occasion. Whether your goal is casual wine tasting, enjoying

Beautiful outdoor treasures like Daley Ranch and Dixon Lake

breathtaking views, or celebrating special events, there’s a country

offer hiking, biking, equestrian, and fishing for fun with family

wine route or urban winery just waiting to be discovered. For beer

and friends. Enjoy a picnic lakeside under the trees and a lazy

enthusiasts, Escondido is also the home of three award-winning

afternoon of battle boating.

craft breweries – Stone Brewing Co. and Stone Brewing World

The city also boasts numerous annual events, like the Grand

Bistro & Gardens; Offbeat Brewing Company; and Plan 9 Alehouse.

Avenue Festival, movies at Grape Day Park, Mother’s Day Home

Historic Downtown Escondido is the place to go for great

Tour, and the Dixon Lake Trout Derby, to name just a few. See the

restaurants, arts and entertainment, and specialty shopping.

complete list and mark your calendars so you don’t miss out on

Grand Avenue is the center of it all with bustling events including

these exceptional opportunities for fun!

the Cruisin’ Grand Escondido™ vintage car spectacular, four

Pick up copies of the Area Tourism Map at the Escondido

farmers’ markets, unique festivals, and other special events. Movie

Chamber of Commerce office at 720 N. Broadway or at the Visitors

theaters, the California Center For the Arts, Escondido, a public

Center at 235 E. Grand Avenue, and also see visitescondido.com

library, various museums, wonderful galleries, sidewalk cafés, and

for the online map and more detailed information.

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The Visit Escondido Area Tourism Maps were made possible through a San Diego County Neighborhood Reinvestment Program (NRP) grant.

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FIGHTING FOR A CURE Escondido High’s Woodshop Class Supports The Cancer Foundation

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Article by Crystal Chavero n Escondido High’s Woodshop class, students are always ready

and use basic tools, like a miter saw. “I decided to join woodshop

to use tools and create things such as mirrors, frames and

because it is really fun and at the end of the year you can build

whistles. But who knew these students could also use their skills

anything you want and enter it in the San Diego County Fair

to fight cancer?

Woodshop Contest, that is, of course, with Mr. Boelhauf’s approval,”

One of the biggest projects woodshop has done this year

said senior Eva Salinas, 17.

was creating toy chests for the Woodworkers Fighting Cancer

Students can also participate in the after-school skate shop as part

Foundation. Woodshop students made nine toy chests, filled

of Cougar University, where they create their very own skateboard

them up with toys and delivered them to some local Escondido

and take it home. The skate shop club meets every Tuesday and

elementary schools including Lincoln, Conway, Central, Felicita, Oak

Thursday after school until 4 pm in Room 624. “I thought having

Hill, L.R. Green, Glen View, North Broadway and Miller.

a skate shop after school could benefit students, since a lot of

“I decided to do the Woodworkers Fighting Cancer project because I wanted to help raise money for the foundation and give

students cannot fit woodshop in their schedule. It gives them a good opportunity,” said Boelhauf.

the students an opportunity to help the community,” said teacher

No experience is needed to join woodshop or skate shop. Boelhauf

Nathan Boelhauf. The Woodworkers Fighting Cancer Foundation

provides the basic tools and essential knowledge for success. “I

was created by Marc Spagnuolo, who is also known as The Wood

would tell other students to think about joining woodshop because

Whisperer. He donates money for Cancer Research Institute (CRI), a

we all focus on school work most of the time and we need a break.

nonprofit organization.

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you need it and will do anything to get you where you want to go,

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Linked learning is a concept that is at the heart of DLA that serves

the newest high school in the Escondido Union High

to prepare scholars for graduation, and after, a successful college

School District and is a campus that truly is one of

experience and career. Del Lago Academy has incorporated

a kind. The creation of the new high school campus

linked learning as a main facet of their curriculum in each class

was the fruition and center of many community efforts. Now in

by “linking� the knowledge learned to real world applications,

its second year, DLA has continued growing scholars through a

and through a variety of exciting events and programs being

unique method of learning in order to produce graduates who are

launched and grown, allowing each scholar to interact with

future scholars, innovators, and world citizens.

industry professionals in the community and base their learning

The education and opportunities provided to scholars who

in real world application. In this educational track, scholars learn

have chosen to attend DLA are vast and varied, with each option

about work during their classes and working through curriculum

anchored in challenging curriculum that is a part of linked learning.

based on real world applications, and as they advance through the

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CALENDAR

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EASTER BRUNCH AND FAMILY FUN

APRIL

The Ranch at Bandy Canyon Sunday, April 5, 11am-5pm Sunday Bunch at The Ranch by Master French Chef Patrick Ponsaty and Bellamy’s Restaurant.

Festival fun, bounce house, petting zoo, wagon rides, egg hunts and a special appearance from the Easter Bunny. Call ahead to reserve your family table.

(760) 871-6494, info@bandycanyon.com

San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum Saturday, April 11, 10am-noon Join us for a presentation about Environmental Science. Activities will feature water workshops, puppet shows and organization tabling. Free with admission.

(760) 233-7755, sdcdm.org

BUTTERFLY JUNGLE

San Diego Zoo Safari Park Through April 12 Once a year, guests at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park are completely immersed by thousands of butterflies as they walk through the Hidden Jungle aviary. Guests should be prepared, as some of the 30 species of butterflies may even land on their shoulders and head! The Park is open early during the Butterfly Jungle event with operating hours from 8am to 7pm.

Butterfly Jungle is included with admission to the San Diego Zoo Safari Park.

(760) 747-8702, sdzsafaripark.com

ART IN NATURE: LEGACY OF THE LAND

California Center for the Arts, Escondido Museum Through May 3 Museum Hours: Thursday-Saturday: 10am-4pm, Sunday: 1-4pm Travel through the stunning landscape of California’s rural, urban, ocean, and park sceneries depicting the Golden State as it was yesterday, is today, and will be in the future. $8, (800) 988-4253, artcenter.org/museum

ESCONDIDO RECREATION SUMMER PROGRAMS REGISTRATION

Watch for Escondido’s Recreation Guide release in early April 2015!

Hot off the press, the Recreation Guide announces the opportunity to register for summer programs including camps, Learn-toSwim classes, specialty camps, and many more activities that will keep you and your family healthy and create lasting memories. (760) 839-4691 or go to recreation.escondido.org

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2ND SATURDAY CONCERT: THE KENSINGTON TRIO

QUARTETTO GELATO

California Center of the Arts, Escondido Tuesday, April 7, 7:30pm This dazzling ensemble enchants audiences with musical virtuosity, artistic passion, multiinstrumental mastery, romantic tenor arias, and an amazing repertoire. $10.00-$35.00 (800) 988-4253, artcenter.org

Escondido Public Library Turrentine Room Saturday, April 11, 3-4:30pm The Kensington Trio will perform classical favorites with virtuoso skill on piano and strings. Free. (760) 839-4814, library. escondido.org

BUSINESS AFTER FIVE MIXER

On The Border Restaurant Thursday, April 9, 5-7pm The Escondido Chamber is proud to represent local businesses by providing a social networking event. RSVP: (760) 745-2125 or claudine@escondidochamber.org Call for member or prospective member costs.

WINE & CRAFT BEER TASTING EVENT AT CRUISIN’ GRAND

Maple Street Plaza Friday, April 10, 5-8pm To celebrate the Cruisin’ Grand Escondido™ 2015 season, local wineries and craft breweries will offer tastes of their finest selections on beautiful Maple Street Plaza. Enjoy live music, classic hot rods and the unique shops and restaurants of historic Downtown Escondido.

Cheers! VisitEscondido.com or register at http://ow.ly/K6YP.

NIGHTMARE IN WONDERLAND PROJECT, PART II

ArtHatch / Distinction Gallery Saturday, April 11, 6-10pm: Opening Reception Exhibition: April 11 – May 2 A group exhibit curated by Italian artist, Ixie Darkonn. Nightmare in Wonderland will feature works by many top modern-pop and pop-surrealist artists. Free. (760) 781-5779, distinctionart.com, arthatch.org

APRIL CONTINUED ESCONDIDO ROOTS SERIES PRESENTS: MEXICO

San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum Saturday, April 18, 2-4pm Join us to celebrate Mexico through experiencing the culture’s music, dance, and more. Enjoy cultural crafts and a dress-up area.

Free with admission.

(760) 233-7755, sdcdm.org

REDISCOVERING ESCONDIDO WALKING TOUR

1ST ANNIVERSARY OPEN HOUSE

Art 120 Grand Saturday, April 11, 5-8pm Join us as we celebrate ART 120 GRAND’s 1st Anniversary. New works by contemporary artists Mike Steirnagle and Sharon Feingold. Live portrait demonstration and reception. Free.

(760) 712-2424, steirnagle.com, sharonfeingold.me

CICLO VIA - ESCONDIDO

Grand Ave. between Escondido Blvd. and Juniper St. Saturday, April 11, 10am-3pm Open Street event. Streets are closed to automobile traffic and people participate by walking, bicycling, and socializing…urban space becomes an urban park. A one-mile loop will open in downtown Escondido so people can enjoy healthy activities, local businesses and their neighbors in a safe, carfree way. Pets (on leashes) are welcome. Free, escondidochamber.org

Meet at SE corner of Broadway and Grand Avenue Tuesday, April 21, 6pm Tour includes parts of downtown and a steep 2 block walk up old “high school hill” to point out lost landmarks. Free. (760) 743-8207, escondidohistory.org

GOOD MORNING ESCONDIDO!

Marie Callender’s Restaurant & Bakery Friday, April 24, 7:30-9am Kick off your day with an energetic networking breakfast and share what your organization has to offer. This event is for current and prospective members of the Chamber of Commerce. For cost or to RSVP contact (760) 745-2125, claudine@escondidochamber.org

2ND TUESDAY BOOK CLUB - CATHERINE THE GREAT: PORTRAIT OF A WOMAN

Escondido Public Library Turrentine Room Tuesday, April 14, 6-8pm Robert K. Massie’s nonfiction work delivers a masterful, intimate, and tantalizing portrait of a majestic monarch and the changes she brought to eighteenth century Russia. Free.

(760) 839-4214, library.escondido.org

PLATES FOR EIGHT

Brigantine Seafood & Oyster Bar Wednesday, April 15, 11:30am-1pm Network and establish connections with other Chamber business members, while enjoying lunch at one of Escondido’s fine restaurants.

RSVP required.

(760) 745-2125, claudine@escondidochamber.org

EVENTS

ALL WEEK

DALEY RANCH GUIDED HIKES With trails for beginning to advanced, exploring Daley Ranch on foot is family-friendly. Go to visitescondido.com for the monthly naturalist-guided hikes schedule.

SUNDAYS POETRY READINGS Escondido Municipal Gallery First Sundays, 11:30am-3pm FREE ADMISSION Presented by the Poet’s Inc North County. Relax and enjoy poetry readings by featured poets with open readings available.

(760) 480-4101, escondidoarts.org

MONDAYS

OFF THE CUFF

Patio Playhouse Theater Sunday, April 12, 7pm Need to shake off those extra pounds?

Exercise those abdominal muscles with laughter with the Patio Playhouse Improv Troupe, Off the Cuff. Adult Friendly. $7 at the door, or 4/$20 prepaid. (760) 746-6669, offthecuff.patioplayhouse.com

ONGOING

18TH ANNUAL HIDDEN VALLEY KIWANIS FOUNDATION TROUT DERBY

Dixon Lake Saturday, April 25, 6am-5pm and Sunday, April 26, 6am-4pm The Kiddie Pond is back for ages 7 and under.

Plenty of beautiful rainbow trout, a lovely lake, picnic area, and numerous prizes plus an Opportunity Drawing. Come join the fun! Free – No Fishing License Required. Daily Fishing Permit Costs: Adults $7, Ages 8yrs+; Seniors $5. (760) 317-6031, hvkiwanis.org

STONE OAKQUINOX 2015

Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens Sunday, April 26, 11am-2pm The springtime star of our festival lineup is all about the glorious extravagance that ensues when beer meets wood. Join us for a 3-hour celebration of this delicious union with dozens of barrel-aged and wood-infused brews! A $49 Oakquinox ticket includes: A commemorative glass, fifteen 3oz tasters, and more than 100 amazing beers to choose from.

(760) 294-7899, stonebrewing.com

KNIGHTS REALM CHESS CLUB Escondido Public Library, Turrentine Room Every Monday of the month, 3:30-5:30pm A hands-on learning experience with the goal of having fun, gaining knowledge, and enjoying true sportsmanship. Ages 6-12 years.

Free. (760) 839-5456 library.escondido.org

TUESDAYS TODDLER TALES Escondido Public Library Turrentine Room Tuesdays in April, 10:30-11:00am, Ages 1-3 Early literacy story time for babies and parents using books, music, and play activities. Free. (760) 8394838, library.escondido.org FESTIVAL UNDER THE LIGHTS Welk Resort Every Tuesday, 5:30-8:30pm FREE ADMISSION Have a festival party under the lights of the Theatre Courtyard!

Dance under the stars and enjoy activities for the whole family.

(760) 749-3000, welkresorts.com/ events/san-diego-events

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CALENDAR

MAY YOU’RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN

Patio Playhouse Theater May 2 – 17: Sat, 2pm & 7pm; Sun, 2pm Special School Performance: Fri, May 8, 9am & 11:30am Tag along with your favorite Peanuts characters Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus, Schroeder and others as they sing and play through their most memorable situations. This is a Patio Playhouse Youth Theater production. $15 Adult; $11 up to age 16.

(760) 746-6669, charliebrown.patioplayhouse.com

INTIMATE CLASSICS: HAN BIN YOON, CELLO California Center for the Arts, Escondido Sunday, May 3, 3pm Award winning cellist and devoted chamber musician, Han Bin Yoon, will display his phenomenal talent in the intimate Center Theater. $25-$30, (800) 988-4253, artcenter.org

INTERNATIONAL MOTHER’S DAY

CABARET

Welk Resort Theatre May 1 – July 26, various showings The scene is the Kit Kat Klub, a seedy night club in Berlin, as the 1920s draw to a close.

The emcee welcomes the audience to the show and assures them that, whatever their troubles, they will forget them at the cabaret.

(888) 802-7469, welkresorts.com/san-diego-theatre

STONE AND GLASS GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION

Saturday, May 2, 5-8pm Hot glass and mixed media studio and gallery celebrating creativity and our new Escondido location, 1285 Simpson Way. Drop by to meet the artist and team, see the latest work and enjoy an insider’s tour, glass blowing demonstrations and refreshments. (858) 4857701, stoneandglass.com

BELLA NOTTE: A TASTE OF ITALY SPRING GALA

San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum Saturday, May 2, 5-9pm Explore the museum’s new exhibits and mingle under the stars at our Spring Benefit Event celebrating Italy with Italian cuisine, wine, and live Italian performances. $95 Pre-Sale; $125 at the door.

(760) 233-7755, sdcdm.org

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Grape Day Park Saturday, May 9, 11am-4pm Entertainment from around the world in celebration of Mother’s Day annual event!

Ballet folkloric, flamenco, mariachis, Hawaiian, Zumba and more. Family fun games and races, raffles, food and great prizes. Free.

(760) 855-8115, USAMulticultural.com

2ND SATURDAY CONCERT - BESOS DE COCO

THE ESCONDIDO CREEK CONSERVANCY OPEN HOUSE

Saturday, May 9, 5-7:30pm TECC Office at 104 West Grand Ave During 2nd Saturday Art Walk, TECC is throwing open the doors of its office to anyone who would like to find out more about the Conservancy and its work. Please feel free to drop in for some refreshments and to meet the staff and Board.

(760) 471-9354, escondidocreek.org

BUSINESS AFTER FIVE MIXER

San Diego Zoo Safari Park Thursday, May 14, 5-7pm The Escondido Chamber is proud to represent local businesses by providing a social networking event. Call for member or prospective member costs.

RSVP: (760) 745-2125 or claudine@escondidochamber.org

Escondido Public Library Turrentine Room Saturday, May 9, 3-4:30pm Besos de Coco stirs up excitement, playing romantic music in old-world Mediterranean, Latin American, and jazz traditions. Free.

(760) 839-4814, library.escondido.org

“ANYTHING GOES” MONTHLY JURIED ART SHOW

Escondido Arts Assoc. Artists Gallery Saturday, May 9, 5-8pm: Reception Exhibition: May 5 – 29, 11am-4pm Be inspired to get in touch with your creative side. Fantasy or reality, abstract or conceptual, there are no rules. Anything goes! Show is free. 121 W. Grand Ave. (760) 489-0338, excondidoartists.org

DENISE BLEDSOE: WOOLGATHERING

ArtHatch / Distinction Gallery Saturday, May 9, 6-10pm: Opening Reception Exhibition: May 9 – June 6 New solo show featuring the fantasitical scultpure of local artist, Denise Bledsoe.

Free.

(760) 781-5779, distinctionart.com, arthatch.org

THE CENTER CHILDREN’S CHORUS: SONGS OF AMERICA

California Center for the Arts, Escondido Sunday, May 17, 3pm The Center Children’s Chorus presents songs from America’s patriotic and folk heritage, giving us an opportunity to make connections with history through music. $18, (800) 988-4253, artcenter.org

MAY CONTINUED PLATES FOR EIGHT

Vintana Wine + Dine Wednesday, May 20, 11:30am-1pm Network and establish connections with other Chamber business members, while enjoying lunch at one of Escondido’s fine restaurants.

RSVP required.

(760) 745-2125, claudine@escondidochamber.org

THE GRAND AVENUE FESTIVAL

Grand Avenue, Downtown Escondido Sunday, May 17, 9:30am-5:30pm Presented by the Escondido Chamber of Commerce and the Escondido Downtown Business Association, with over 500 booths and a wide variety of food and family entertainment, the Festival draws a large crowd of over 60,000. For information on space rental contact Kennedy & Associates at: (760) 945-9288 or info@kennedyfaires.com

TEEN BURRITOS & BOOK CLUB

Escondido Public Library Turrentine Room Thursday, May 21, 4-5:30pm Teens enjoy tasty burritos while discussing favorite books and the current Book Club selection, available for checkout at the Reference desk on March 9, 2015. Free.

(760) 839-4283, library.escondido.org

AMERICAN HERITAGE CAR SHOW

Grape Day Park Saturday, May 23, 9am-3pm Hundreds of gorgeous cars, pancake breakfast, vendors, DJ, awards and museum tours equal a great day for everyone. Spectators free, $25 vehicle entry fee.

(760) 743-8207, escondidohistory.org/car-show.html

OFF THE CUFF

Patio Playhouse Theater Sunday, May 24, 7pm Honor our Armed Services Heroes with the Patio Playhouse Improv Troupe, Off the Cuff.

Family Friendly. $7 at the door, 4/$20 prepaid.

(760) 746-6669, offthecuff.patioplayhouse.com

FESTIVAL OF COLORS USA

S. ESCONDIDO BLVD. WALKING TOUR

Meet at NE corner of S. Escondido Blvd. and 5th Avenue Tuesday, May 19, 6pm Explore hidden gems along the residential street, commercial district, and transit corridor.

Free.

(760) 743-8207, escondidohistory.org

Grape Day Park Saturday, May 30, noon-5pm The “Festival Of Colors” is quickly becoming known as the world’s happiest event! This ancient Indian tradition is a celebration to welcome spring. People of all traditions, faiths and ages will come together to celebrate life, and throw colors, along with their worries, to the wind. This is a wonderfully colorful, family friendly event. Free admission for kids 12 and under. For more information and sign up see festivalofcolorsusa.com, (760) 670-8305.

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WEDNESDAYS WEE WIGGLERS Escondido Public Library Turrentine Room Wednesdays in April, 10:30-11am, Ages Newborn to 2 A story time to help parents learn the six steps of early literacy and the importance of reading to their babies. Free. (760) 839-4219, library.escondido.org WOW FIRST WEDNESDAYS First Wednesday of the month, 4pm & 7pm at the California Center for the Arts, Escondido. Reset your mind and refresh your soul with a harmonious mid-week break, delivered in the form of a free community concert!

(800) 988-4253, artcenter.org LOVE ON A LEASH; PAWS FOR READING Escondido Public Library Children’s Room. Every 2nd & 4th Wednesday, 3:30-4:30pm, Ages 5-12 Children read aloud to certified pet therapy dogs for fun or to help improve their reading skills. Free.

(760) 839-5457, library.escondido.org ESCO TEENS CREATE Escondido Public Library Turrentine Room Every Wednesday from April 1 – May 13, 3:30-5:30pm, teens Teens use their skills to create an item to be donated to the community and a fun project to take home. Free.

(760) 839-4283, library.escondido.org

THURSDAYS

LIVE MUSIC ON THE LANI Vintana Wine + Dine Every Thursday, 6-9pm FREE ADMISSION Relax by the fire pits while sipping on $7 vodka cocktails or enjoy half off bottles of selected wines. Enjoy jazz, blues, acoustics & R&B. (760) 745-7777, cohnrestaurants.com/vintana continued on page 49

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JUNE

2ND TUESDAY BOOK CLUB: ME BEFORE YOU

Escondido Public Library Turrentine Room Tuesday, June 9, 6-8pm Jojo Moyes’ tale of a distraught, disabled young man and a young woman searching for meaning in her own life, set in modern-day England. Free.

(760) 839-4214, library.escondido.org

PLATES FOR EIGHT

Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens Tuesday, June 2, 11:30am-1pm Network and establish connections with other Chamber business members, while enjoying lunch at one of Escondido’s fine restaurants.

RSVP required.

(760) 745-2125, claudine@escondidochamber.org

ESCONDIDO CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ANNUAL INSTALLATION & AWARDS DINNER California Center for the Arts, Escondido Friday, June 12, 5-9pm Join us for an evening of cocktails & dinner in celebration of our 10th anniversary in our new building and honoring local businesses.

Visit our website for ticket information and sponsorship opportunities.

(760) 745-2125, escondidochamber.org

WOW FIRST WEDNESDAYS

“SUMMER TIME” MONTHLY JURIED ART SHOW

Escondido Arts Assoc. Artists Gallery Saturday, June 13, 5-8pm: Reception Exhibition: June 2 – 26, 11am-4pm Enjoy the great outdoors, smell the flowers, ride a wave, or plant your feet firmly on the ground. Have fun! Show is free. 121 W. Grand Ave. (760) 489-0338, excondidoartists.org

California Center for the Arts, Escondido Semisi & FulaBula, Polynesian Wednesday, June 3; 2 shows, 4pm & 7pm Reset your mind and refresh your soul with a harmonious mid-week break, delivered in the form of our community concert series. Free.

(800) 988-4253, artcenter.org

BECKY SHAW

Patio Playhouse Theater June 5 – 28: Sat, 2pm & 7pm; Sun 2pm When a newly married couple fixes up two romantically challenged friends, chaos, confusion and comedy combine for a wickedly funny Becky Shaw. $18 Adult, $15 Senior/ Military/Student, $10 up to age 16.

(760) 746-6669, beckyshaw.patioplayhouse.com

WEDDING PARTY BRIDAL SHOW “LET LOVE GLOW”

The Centre Sunday, June 7, 11am-4pm The Centre invites you to join us once again at this beautiful, fun, upbeat, and exciting wedding planning event, welcoming all wedding couples to enjoy a day of all things wedding and glamour. Along with all the key vendors you need for your big day, you will find San Diego’s finest wedding food and service vendors waiting to impress you.

(877) 568-6118, thecentreescondido.com

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ESCONDIDO ARTS PARTNERSHIP MEMBERS

Escondido Municipal Gallery June 12 – July 3 Opening receptions Saturday, June 13, 5:308pm The public is invited to vote for their favorite piece in the exhibition. Artworks highlight the individual styles of each member of the arts organization. Concurrent with Land & Sea, The PhotoArts Group Innerspace gallery, and solo exhibitions by Jacquie Skay and Pat Hunter.

Facility also includes working artist studios and the Betty Woodaman Art Library. Free. escondidoarts.org

PAUL NORMANSELL: EYE OF THE BEHOLDER

ArtHatch / Distinction Gallery Saturday, June 13, 6-10pm: Opening Reception Exhibition: June 13 – July 4 New solo show featuring the pop-art of British artist, Paul Normansell. Free.

(760) 781-5779, distinctionart.com, arthatch.org

ESCONDIDO ROOTS SERIES PRESENTS: GREECE

ART 120 GRAND: RECEPTION AND DEMONSTRATION

Saturday, June 13, 5-8pm New works by contemporary artists Michael Steirnagle and Sharon Feingold. Live portrait demonstration and artists reception. Free.

(760) 712-2424, steirnagle.com, sharonfeingold.me

San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum Saturday, June 20, 2-4pm Join us to celebrate Greece, through experiencing the culture’s music, dance, and more. Enjoy cultural crafts and a dress-up area.

Free admission.

(760) 233-7755, sdcdm.org

OFF THE CUFF

Patio Playhouse Theater Sunday, June 14, 7pm Salute Flag Day with the Patio Playhouse Improv Troupe, Off the Cuff. Adult Friendly. $7 at the door, 4/$20 prepaid.

(760) 746-6669, offthecuff.patioplayhouse.com

ESCONDIDO PUBLIC LIBRARY SUMMER READING CLUBS FOR ALL AGES

Escondido Public Library Turrentine Room June 15 – August 1 Reading, Music, and Dance programs for all ages. Free.

(760) 839-4684, library.escondido.org

AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY’S RELAY FOR LIFE

Bates Nut Farm Sat/Sun, June 20 – 21, 9am Saturday through 9am Sunday Relay For Life returns to Bates Nut Farm to raise funds for the American Cancer Society.

Several teams will participate in this overnight community fundraising walk and will camp out around the track. Food, games and activities provide entertainment and raise cancer awareness throughout the event.

(760) 749-3333, relayforlife.org, batesnutfarm.biz, info@batesnutfarm.biz

GOOD MORNING ESCONDIDO!

DOWNTOWN WALKING TOUR

Meet at SE corner of Broadway and Grand Avenue Tuesday, June 16, 6pm Learn about commercial buildings dating back to Escondido’s earliest days on this walking tour. Free.

(760) 743-8207, escondidohistory.org

PLATES FOR EIGHT

On The Border Restaurant Wednesday, June 17, 11:30am-1pm Network and establish connections with other Chamber business members, while enjoying lunch at one of Escondido’s fine restaurants.

RSVP required.

(760) 745-2125, claudine@escondidochamber.org

Marie Callender’s Restaurant & Bakery Friday, June 26, 7:30-9am Kick off your day with an energetic networking breakfast and share what your organization has to offer. This event is for current and prospective members of the Chamber of Commerce. For cost or to RSVP contact (760) 745-2125, claudine@escondidochamber.org

RINCON LITERARIO: BILINGUAL BOOKCLUB

Escondido Public Library Turrentine Room Saturday, June 27, 3:30-4:45pm Emile Bronte’s Cumbres Borrascoses/ Wuthering Heights will be discussed in both English and Spanish. Practice your language skills while discussing great literature. Free.

(760) 839-4271, library.escondido.org

MOVIE IN THE PARK: THE BOX TROLLS

Grape Day Park Saturday, June 27, activities start at 7pm, movie airs at dusk Bring low back chairs or a blanket to watch a family friendly movie under the stars. Free.

(760) 743-8207, grapedaypark.org/calendar.html

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FRIDAYS

TUNES ON THE TERRACE Orfila Vineyards & Winery Fridays, 4-6pm FREE ADMISSION Wrap up your week with Orfila on Friday afternoons! Enjoy their beautiful terrace with vineyard views, the cozy tasting room, great wines, scrumptious food and live music.

(760) 738-6500 x 22, orfila.com BE OFFBEAT FRIDAY Offbeat Brewing Company Every Friday, 3-9pm Join Offbeat Brewing Company every Friday as we kick off the weekend with food trucks, live music, and, of course, Craft Beer!

(760) 294-4045, offbeatbrewing.com CRUISIN’ GRAND ESCONDIDO™ Every Friday, April 3 to October 2, 5-9pm One of the greatest ongoing traditions in San Diego County, Cruisin’ Grand in Escondido runs for six spectacular months. This is a FREE EVENT where more than 5,000 visitors and car enthusiasts come each Friday night to check out the 500+ cars lining the streets of historic downtown Escondido. Enjoy music, shopping, dining, and just strolling! cruisingrand.com

SATURDAYS SATURDAYS AT STONE FARMS Stone Farms Every Saturday, 1-6pm Every weekend Stone rolls out a few kegs of something really special at their very own Stone Farms. Stroll through the beautiful farm, while enjoying various Stone Spotlight brews, located just a hop and a skip away from Stone Brewing in Escondido. stonebrewing.com/farm

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Active Knots Sports Massage

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Aelott Air Conditioning

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American Furniture Design

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American West Bank

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Best Western Escondido

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Bonsall Rotary

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Constance Larsen Attorney

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Eagles Nest Eldercare Homes

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Elements Massage

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Escondido Post Acute Rehab

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Escondido World Market

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Estate and Trust Law

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Graybill Medical Group

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Habitat for Humanity

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Homes Management

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MONDAY

Infusion Christian Preschool

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8860 Lawrence Welk Drive, Escondido Weekly, 3 – 7pm welkresorts.com/events/san-diego-events

Intertwined

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Joe’s Italian Dining

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Judson Real Estate

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Law Offices of Nadine Sayegh

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Mathnasium

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Milo Johnson Autobody

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SATURDAY

New Day Solar

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South Kalmia (at Grand Avenue) Weekly, 10am – 2pm escondidosaturdaymarket.com

NK Towing & Roadside Services

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Pacific Standard Insurance

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Roma Market

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SD Children’s Museum

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Stephen’s Custom Jewelry

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Wise Ambitions

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Join us year-round for the best local farm fresh produce, baked goods, flowers, specialty foods, artisan crafts, and lots of fun!

Enjoy Escondido!

SUNDAY

North San Diego Certified Farmers Market (at the Sikes Adobe Historic Farmstead) 12655 Sunset Drive, Escondido Weekly, 10:30am – 3:30pm northsdfarmersmarket.com

Welk Resort Village Farmers’ Market

TUESDAY

Downtown Farmers Market

East Grand Avenue (between Kalmia & Juniper) Weekly, 2:30 – 6 pm escondidoarts.org

Escondido Saturday Market

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