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RSF Garden Club opens grant application process. See page 7.

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Plaza de Santa Fe owners are shopping for new market Redevelopment, parking garage no longer part of plans BY KAREN BILLING Plans have been scrapped for new construction at the site of Plaza de Santa Fe, the home of the RSF Post Office and the former Stump’s Village Market. Instead, the property owners are looking to find a new market tenant to lease the 10,000-square-foot space. “We’ve had a lot of interest expressed in the property,” said Woolley family project consultant Pete Smith. “It is our hope that a new tenant can be in by the summer.” Over the last eight months, the property owners have worked with the Rancho Santa Fe Association’s Covenant Design Review Committee (CDRC), architects and design professionals in an attempt to design a new building that would provide for a market, including a second story space to offset the low rents that markets are able to pay. Plans also included the construction of an underground parking structure. “Unfortunately, due to design constraints,

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The Woolley family is more than willing to work with the Association’s Village Revitilization Committee on a long-range plan. ■ See inside for a variety of photos of community events.

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R. Roger Rowe Mother/Son Party

Rancho Santa Fe Education Foundation hosted a Mother/Son Party on Jan. 29 at RSF Garden Club. The event was open to families of the R. Roger Rowe School and featured games, a comic book theme, coordinated outfits, food and drinks. Pictured is the Shiekh family. More photos on A8.

New restaurant coming to ‘premier’ RSF Village space

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— Pete Smith, project consultamt difficulty of addressing the neighbors’ legitimate concerns and the disruption that would be caused by the construction, a new building is just not feasible at this time,” Smith said. The plans for a two-story building, parking garage and enhanced gathering spaces was last presented to the CDRC in November and was met with some resistance with neighbors. In addition to adjacent neighbors’ concerns about building height, the prospect of digging an underground parking lot next to a post office that needed to remain functioning, removing hundreds of truckloads of dirt through the village was a “logistically overwhelming task,” Smith said. “Economically and logistically, it did not come close to penciling out,” Smith said of the plans. In an attempt to secure a market for the community and make up for a shortfall in SEE MARKET, A22

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The Grand Restaurant Group plans to open new restaurant “Ponsaty’s” at the former location of Delicias restaurant (above) in the RSF Village.

BY KAREN BILLING A Rancho Santa Fe Village vacancy has been filled. An Escondido-based hospitality management company — featuring a French Master Chef — has signed a seven-year lease for the former Delicias restaurant space in the Rancho Santa Fe Village. The Grand Restaurant Group will headline Chef Patrick Ponsaty in its new restaurant—Ponsaty is one of only two chefs to earn the Master Chef of France prestigious designation in San Diego. “We intend to elevate the dining experience by allowing Chef Patrick freedom to cook from the heart using five generations of family know-how,” said Sandra DiCicco, founder of Grand Restaurant Group. Ponsaty made his name at the Rancho Bernardo Inn and later joined Loews in Coronado. The new Rancho Santa Fe enterprise will be named Ponsaty’s in honor SEE RESTAURANT, A22

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Don Diego Scholarship Foundation marks 30th anniversary BY JOE TASH In the mid-1980s, Del Mar Fairgrounds officials brainstormed about a suitable tribute to actor Tom Hernandez, who had recently passed away from leukemia after portraying the character of Don Diego, the fair's goodwill ambassador, for 37 years. The idea they came up with - a scholarship fund named after the late actor - proved to be a durable one. This year, the Don Diego Scholarship Foundation celebrates its 30th anniversary. Since the fund was established, 165 San Diego County teens have been awarded a total of $572,500 in scholarships. The foundation has also given out $163,000 in agriculture-related educational grants, for a grand total of $739,000. The scholarship fund has been around long enough for some of its earlier recipients to have graduated from college and become teachers, who can now guide their own students through the application process. "It was a pretty cool feeling, it was amazing to get that honor," said Mary Martineau, who won a $5,000 Don Diego scholarship and is now an agriculture teacher at Poway High School. Martineau, who attended Texas A&M University, said the award not only boosted her confidence, but came in handy for paying college expenses. "Having that scholarship helped take care of almost my first year of college. It was huge," she said. Now in her eighth year of teaching, Martineau said she always encourages her students to apply for the Don Diego Scholarship, and so far three of them have

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Last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Don Diego scholarship recipients and their parents at the 2015 fundraising gala held at the Del Mar Fairgrounds Turf Club. landed awards. "It's a legacy," she said. "I got it and took advantage of it and I am able to pass it on to my students. It's kind of cool to watch." The deadline to apply for this year's scholarships is March 21. Applications can be submitted online at www.dondiegoscholarship.org. Applicants must be high school seniors who have participated in some activity at the fairgrounds, such as exhibiting an animal, entering a competition, performing or working. The scholarship categories are 4H, Future Farmers of America, Employee, Exhibitor/Participant and Vocational Education.

More detail can be found on the web site. Currently, 14 scholarships are awarded each year for a total of $44,000 in grants, and the top prize is $10,000. Chana Mannen helped launch and run the scholarship fund in its early years as part of her duties as a fairgrounds employee, including the post of deputy manager. When she retired from her fairgrounds job in 2006, she stayed on as executive director of the scholarship foundation. Mannen said it is gratifying to have watched as dozens of hard-working, talented students received scholarships to help them pay for college.

"The real thing we want to brag about is how many of these kids have gone to college and become successful people," she said. Along with academic achievement, she said, the scholarship committee looks at community service and other areas of civic involvement. "We're looking for students who are going to be really terrific members of their communities," she said. Through donations and an annual concert/fund-raiser during the San Diego County Fair, the scholarship foundation raises money to pay for scholarships, operating expenses and a program that provides funding for buses to bring younger students to the fair. Anything left over goes into the scholarship fund's endowment, Mannen said. The nonprofit foundation's annual budget is about $200,000, Mannen said, including its scholarship awards and grants. Among the foundation's goals, she said, is to continue to expand the number and amounts of scholarships. The organization has already come a long way from its founding in 1986, when three $1,000 scholarships were awarded. The foundation was launched with seed money of $25,000 contributed by five original donors. For students who are thinking of applying, Mannen suggested that they think about what they have learned through their experience at the fairgrounds, which will help with the one-page essay that must be submitted with the application. And she urged them not to wait to get started. "My tip to them is don't wait until 10 p.m. on Monday night (March 21). Give yourself time," she said.

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CV board approves CCA students’ traffic solution BY KAREN BILLING Canyon Crest Academy’s Envision Conservatory for the Humanities took what they are learning about in school to affect change on a traffic flow issue on Village Center Loop Road. The civic-minded students successfully convinced the Carmel Valley Community Planning Board to back their proposal to install a protected left turn signal to correct a safety issue between students and cars at the intersection that connects their school and the Village at Pacific Highlands Ranch. “This is the right thing to do for the students,” CV Planning Board Chair Frisco White said at the board’s Jan. 28 meeting. “It does become a mess and it’s better to solve the problem now than react to a situation later.” CCA junior Aaron Tanaka and seniors Geraint Hughes and Alex Gelland made the professional presentation to the board wearing sports coats emblazoned with CCA Humanities badges. The students’ drone video showed overhead evidence of the daily problem — as both pedestrians and drivers are given green lights to go, students try to cross the street in bulk and cars navigate the crowded intersection in confusion, trying to avoid both

students on foot and cars making right turns out of the Village. “Students crossing at the same time leads to many near misses,” said Geraint. A student-run traffic study was indicative that heavy traffic on the road is only set to increase, Alex said. The area is expected to boom in growth over the next few years: CCA’s enrollment trends continue to go up; next door neighbor Pacific Trails Middle School’s enrollment will increase as they add an eighth grade class next year; 699 more multi-family homes are being built in the adjacent area; Pacific Highlands Ranch Community Park and Recreation Center is coming on Village Center Loop; and more businesses will open their doors in the Village as it is built out. “It’s only going to get worse,” Aaron said, noting that unfortunately people don’t make the best decisions while driving. “A protected left turn is a fair solution…It will help manage our school and the whole community.” CCA Principal Karl Mueller said the light will also help alleviate the issue of people turning right out of the Village, who often get jammed up trying to get to the far left lane to get on Carmel Valley Road and SR-56. “We’re just scratching the surface

The traffic issue at CCA, as seen from drone footage. at this point because traffic is just going to multiply,” Mueller said. In taking in the situation with two schools, future park, recreation center, library, businesses and homes all pouring onto one street, new board member Barry Schultz asked: “What were we thinking?” This was Schultz’s first board meeting replacing member Hollie Kahn who moved out of Carmel Valley in November. Schultz, a real estate attorney and former member of the San Diego Planning Commission, said in the future the board should be more

forward-thinking in its recommendations to the city. Specifically regarding Pacific Highlands Ranch, he said that they need to find solutions centered more toward pedestrians than cars and making the community more walkable. He also cautioned the board about designing against peak problems, since the issue at CCA mainly occurs during school pick up and drop off times. Chris Moore, chair of the board’s Livability Committee, agreed with Schultz and encouraged the board

to request the city conduct a traffic study to consider long-term solutions for the growing neighborhood. Aaron said that the students hope to stay in contact with the city and give possible insight toward resolving issues. “This project has been a great civics and ethics lesson for the members as we feel that it is not only our responsibility as students at CCA, but as members of our community, to improve the interaction between community and school,” Aaron said.

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Former 22nd Ag. board president shares insights 10 QUESTIONS Local resident Frederick Schenk – a longtime partner with San Diego-based law firm CaseyGerry – concentrates his law practice on products liability, serious personal injury and asbestos litigation. His is also keenly focused on giving back to his community, and recently finished a two-year term as volunteer president of the Board of Directors for 22nd District Agricultural Association (San Diego County Fair Board). Schenk, appointed to the board by Gov. Jerry Brown in 2011, has a longtime association with the San Diego County Fair Board, and was appointed previously by former Governor Gray Davis, serving from 2002 to 2006. While Schenk has finished his fair board presidency, he will continue to serve on the Board of Directors until Jan. 2018. In this Q & A, he addresses some key successes achieved during his tenure, upcoming plans for the fairgrounds and some challenges the board may face. What accomplishments are you most proud of during your tenure as board president? I had the honor of serving as the chair of the 22nd District Agricultural Association for the past two years while working with a very effective and hardworking board – and was very proud and appreciative of their voluntary service. Also, I was very fortunate to work with a team of professionals that are considered amongst the best in the industry and for whom I have great admiration. During this time, we saw some very significant events and long-term changes take place. Last summer, we partnered

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with the City of San Diego to bring to our county a fair theme that honored the Panama-California Exposition which took place in Balboa Park beginning in 1915. It was a popular tribute to this world exposition and we drew over 1.5 million people to the fairgrounds during the month of June. We also approved and made major alterations to both the turf and dirt tracks in order to make the racing facility safer for horses and jockeys, as well as accommodate an increasing number of horses. These vital changes allowed us to qualify for selection as the site for the 2017 Breeders Cup – which will be a tremendous opportunity to showcase San Diego in the global horse racing community while drawing spectators from around the world. I am also pleased that we were able to attract Kaaboo to the fairgrounds in 2015. This was a new venture for our community and one which

has the potential to become a premier fall music and entertainment event for the county for many years to come. It drew attendees from across the United States and brought music talent from around the world to our outdoor and indoor stages for tens of thousands to enjoy. We expect that next year, the attraction will draw even greater attention and that the entertainment will exceed last year’s premier engagement. I am also very proud of what we have done to expand the educational opportunities for the children who attend the fair. We provide unique agricultural and livestock experiences as well as healthy eating education for children from across San Diego and beyond. Through the Don Diego Scholarship Fund, we offer the "Plant Grow Eat" educational events which provide buses for children who cannot otherwise afford to attend the fair. Additionally, fair employees visit schools and teach children about agriculture and healthy eating. What goals would you like to see the fair board accomplish in the future? Ideally, I would like to see our fairgrounds increase the number of people who are able to access our magnificent property during peak seasons while lowering the need for automobile traffic to the grounds. I hope that in the near future, we will be able to bring a seasonal rail stop to the property where the current right of way exists. We are working with SANDAG and other interested communities to find a way to achieve that goal. It would be located within the North County Transit District (NCTD) right-of-way and the platform would extend 1,000 feet to accommodate 10-car passenger

trains, including the NCTD COASTER and Amtrak Pacific Surfliner. Also, we need to refurbish and update existing buildings in order to accommodate the future needs of both people and the animals at the fairgrounds. The master plan includes these changes -- but much of what we hope to achieve depends on future funding. That remains the greatest challenge to phase in the many improvements we hope to achieve. What are the plans for replacing the exhibit halls — how much will it cost and how will it be financed? Demolition and replacing the exhibit halls are part of our Master Plan. There is no set time to start -- and all would depend on our ability to finance the project. The cost of replacing is estimated in today’s dollars to be in excess of $100 million to $150 million, depending on design and amenities. Financing is not discussed as part of the Master Plan. Given our existing debt service, environmental obligations and the decline in racing revenue, financing will be a challenge. What are the plans for converting the Surfside Race Place? Again, how much will it cost and how will it be financed? The 90,000-square-foot facility averaged 3,000 people at its peak years, during the very early nineties. Unfortunately, horseracing, and in particular satellite wagering, has seen a continuous decline each year over the last 20 years. Today we average less than 400 patrons a day. The district has been investigating other uses that would complement our mission statement and produce needed revenue for years SEE SCHENK, A22

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Local illustrator brings picture book to life Powell’s reading set for Feb. 20 BY KRISTINA HOUCK From mechanics and musicians, to potters and police officers, a new book uses a guessing game to teach children about various jobs in the community. Local artist Luciana Navarro Powell illustrated “Whose Hands are These? A Community Helper Guessing Book,” which was written by Miranda Paul. “It was really fun to make,” Powell said. The rhyming children’s book gives hints and shows hands doing an array of activities, from fixing a car to playing an instrument, before revealing the worker. Published at the start of February, Powell said the book engages children as they figure out the tasks that match different occupations. “The guessing game is super fun,” Powell said. “Kids love guessing games.” Powell has worked as an illustrator for more than a decade. Born and raised in Brazil, Powell came to the United States in 2002, where she settled in Chicago before relocating to San Diego, and eventually Solana Beach in 2007. As a child, Powell loved to draw. She remembered drawing on stacks of printed sheets her father would bring home from work. Piles of pictures still sit in her parent’s home. “I was always drawing,” she recalled. Powell went on to study product design in Brazil. After earning her degree, she worked as a product and graphic designer for a few years, but continued to draw and accepted freelance illustration projects on the side. At the beginning of her illustrating career, Powell mainly used acrylic paints and watercolor. She eventually picked up digital media, and today, uses a combination of watercolor, photographs and scanned objects. In addition to illustrating books, Powell has illustrated other children’s products — including puzzles, lunchboxes

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Winning TPHS freshman wrestler continues family tradition BY GIDEON RUBIN The way Peter “Pierre” Thomas sees it, he really had no choice. When his older brother, Thomas, a multi-sport athlete at Torrey Pines High School, experienced a back injury that ended a promising wrestling career, Peter had every reason to walk away from the sport he loved, despite its potential risks. (Note: Peter’s brother’s name is “Thomas Thomas.”) His brother, Thomas, injured his back playing soccer after a standout sophomore wrestling season at Torrey Pines. Peter, who'd started out wrestling in the Falcons' junior program since he was in second grade, said that his brother's injury only made him more determined. “When I saw my brother's injury it didn't so much provoke fear as it did anger,” Peter Thomas said. “It was sort of a motivating anger.” That motivating anger has propelled Peter, now a rising star on the Falcons wrestling program. Competing as a freshman on the varsity team in the 152-pound weight division, he's posted an impressive 11-6 record. He's also competed in freshman and junior varsity tournaments, highlighted by winning the La Costa Canyon Southern California Freshman Tournament championship. “It's not every day” you see a freshman having success on the varsity, Falcons coach Martin Brown said. “You see it from the big schools; it's very exciting that he's here at Torrey Pines. He has a lot of school spirt and he wants to represent Torrey Pines, and considering we're an up and coming program, it's going to help us build for the next three or four years.” Peter’s energetic persona already seems to be having that impact. “When he wins he punches his fists, then he celebrates on his way back to the coaches,” Brown said. “He's having a really good time out there.” Peter's older brother remains a force in his wrestling development. The older Thomas continued his athletic career at Torrey Pines, competing on the school's diving team after recovering from his injury. He's been coaching Peter since he was in elementary school. “It was obviously disappointing to see my brother getting injured

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Peter “Pierre” Thomas has won many honors. like that because he was such a big motivation for me,” Peter said. “It actually motivated me to follow in his footsteps and complete the things that he wasn't able to do because of his injuries. Every time I walk onto the mat and go to a tournament I have the weight of this. 'I'm doing this for my brother' on me. I'm doing this for my school, my family and my brother. I'm not just doing this for myself.” Peter takes pride in the fact that to date he has not been pinned. Some of his opponents have been highly ranked upperclassmen

who've competed in the Master's tournament in recent years. “It's very hard to not to get pinned, that's a big thing,” he said. It's important from the team aspect too, as it limits the amount of points an opponent scores in a dual match (teams are awarded three points for each victory by decision, and six points for wins that come via pin). Thomas has overcome significant injuries on two occasions in recent years. He was in sixth grade when he suffered a freak skateboarding injury, cutting his Achilles in a skateboarding accident (he was skating on a modified snowboard that hadn't been property sanded down). After the injury, Thomas competed on the Brazilian jiu jitsu circuit. He placed as high as second in a national Pan-American tournament. In February of last year, he suffered a broken leg practicing at La Costa Canyon. That injury left him in a cast for three months, and facing a tough rehab if he had any chance to reach his goal of competing on the varsity this year. “It was bad,” Thomas said. “I actually have a picture of my leg after I got out of my cast where I'm fully flexing both legs and my left leg that hadn't been injured was all muscular and my veins were popping out and my right leg looked like a small dog's hind leg.” Resiliency, however, runs deeps in Thomas' family. His grandfather was one of the few survivors of the French Union's Far East Expeditionary Corps in the Battle of Dien Bien Phu at the end of the the First Indochina War in the spring of 1954. “If you dwell on fear too much you act on fear,” Peter said, summing up a philosophy that's guided his family for generations. Peter said his older brother continues to coach and mentor him. Peter's memories of his older brother having to stand up in class wearing a giant brace remain fresh in Peter's mind, and continue to motivate him. “My brother is a big reason I'm the man I am today,” Peter said. “This is the type of person that's in my family. This is the type of legacy that the people in my family are setting. I feel that I not only have to reach what they've done, but also build upon the foundation they've laid down for me. “That's a big motivating factor.”

Torrey Pines Rugby wins third match in a row

BY TIM PICKWELL Ed Burke Stadium – It took two thirds of the way through the abbreviated high school rugby season, but the Torrey Pines Varsity Rugby Club put together its most complete game, defeating Del Norte High School, 25-17, on Jan. 29. Torrey Pines was fast and organized on defense, dominated the line-outs, and had a productive offense that used six different players to score on its way to building a commanding 25-5 lead. Flanker Jackson Baere (Jr.) opened the scoring for Torrey Pines 10 minutes into the match with a successful 30 yard penalty kick. Next, Fly Half Matthew Goena (So.) tap-kicked to himself on a Del Norte penalty, and slipped between two defenders for a tr y. Just before halftime, Torrey Pines captain and prop, Benny Ruffolo (Sr.) stole a Del Norte line-out and went in untouched for the score. The big boys, Seniors Cole Valley and Sophomore

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Torrey Pines Senior Prop Cole Valley powers upfield during Friday night’s 25-17 victory over Del Norte. Teammate Benny Ruffolo (ground) has just passed the ball to Valley, while Alec Packer (pointing) runs in support. Michael Perrone, added hard-fought tr ys early in the second half, while Lock and liftee, Blake Richards-Smith (Jr.) had an amazing run of taking six consecutive balls in the

line-outs—including two stolen from Del Norte, while also kicking a two-point conversion. Senior scrum-half Matt Zimmer had a stellar game tackling on defense, and

helped keep the for ward pack and back lines connected and communicating. For Del Norte, flanker Brittan Hale scored twice, while No. 8 Zachar y Zachali

added a third tr y, and Fly Half Kenny Wolin a conversion. "No game is easy in the (So. Cal Youth Rugby) Red Division," said Head Coach Matty Sandoval, whose club lost its season opener in mid-December to La Costa Canyon, but has defeated Poway, Fallbrook and the Nighthawks in Januar y. Torrey Pines entered Friday’s match fourth in the single school division, but will certainly climb over third place Del Norte. "Our theme this week was to have fun and have a go at them," said Sandoval. "The Boys played well for 60 minutes this week. Next week, we’ll need to play well for the full 70 against Cathedral Catholic." The Don’s will visit the Torrey Pines campus Friday, Feb. 5, for a seminal match. As part of teacher appreciation week, Torrey Pines players will be handing out rugby shirts to their favorite teachers and inviting them to the match. The taco bar will be sizzling. JV at 5:30 p.m., Varsity at 7 p.m.

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RSF’s Charles and Gail Kendall choose ‘I Love A Clean San Diego’ for $25,000 grant

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From left: Fred Wasserman, RSF Garden Club co-president; Linda Fogerson, MiraCosta College Foundation executive director (2015 grant recipient); Susan Glass, RSF Garden Club co-president.

RSF Garden Club opens grant application process to fund horticulture and conservation efforts The Rancho Santa Fe Garden Club is requesting applications to award funding for projects or initiatives that meet the organization’s mission to "further the development of charitable horticulture and charitable conservation activities, both within and outside the community of Rancho Santa Fe." Prospective projects should show relevancy to the Garden Club mission, being technically and economically feasible, ensuring that all those actively involved in the project will benefit from the results, addressing a community need, facilitating the transfer of technology, skills and knowledge to others, and fostering self sufficiency. This upcoming fiscal year will include $50,000 in total awards to selected grant recipients and

will be distributed among as many qualifying applicants and in monetary amounts the Board of Directors deems appropriate. Entities eligible to apply for a grant include 501c3 charitable organizations in San Diego County. The Grant Application, details outlining the criteria successful applicants must satisfy, as well as the process the Grant Committee shall use to award the funds, is available online at www.rsfgardenclub.org. For more details contact Erin Browne, executive director, at (858) 756-1554 or erin@rsfgardenclub.org. Applications will be accepted through March 15 at 12 p.m. Grant winners will be notified and invited to present their proposals and receive their award at the Garden Club’s Annual Meeting held on May 25.

Charles and Gail Kendall, through their Family Donor Advised Fund at the Rancho Santa Fe Foundation, have selected I Love A Clean San Diego (ILACSD) as the recipient for a $25,000 grant to build awareness and encourage environmental stewardship in more than 30,000 youth throughout San Diego. ILACSD will host a Matching Funds Campaign coinciding with Earth Month from March 1 – April 30, 2016, with the goal to match every dollar donated by the Kendalls in order to maximize their donation. “We are deeply grateful that the Kendalls recognize that engaging San Diego’s future generations will have a lasting and positive impact on our region,” said Pauline Martinson, executive director of I Love A Clean San Diego, “Chuck and Gail Kendall are investing in a clean San Diego.” I Love A Clean San Diego’s countywide education and cleanups programs engage and inspire more than 60,000 youth and adults each year to improve the health and beauty of San Diego’s canyons, beaches, waterways, and open spaces. The Kendall family donations have been primarily focused on education – Hillsdale College, The Cambridge School, Reality Changers, and local health services, such as Scripps Encinitas. The Kendalls say supporting

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R. Roger Rowe Mother/Son Party

he Rancho Santa Fe Education Foundation hosted a Mother/Son Party on Jan. 29 at the RSF Garden Club. The event was open to families of the R. Roger Rowe School. The event featured games, a comic book theme, coordinated outfits (optional), food, drinks, sweets, and the music of DJ Danny. On Jan. 22, a father/daughter dance was also held at the RSF Garden Club. Photos by Jon Clark. For photos online, visit www.rsfreview.ccom.

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Dads and daughters make world record attempt On Jan 23, about 230 Coyote Nation dads and daughters, mainly from Carmel Valley, Del Mar, La Jolla, Solana Beach, and Rancho Santa Fe, worked together to beat the Guinness World Record for the "Longest chain of glowsticks." The attempt was made at the YMCA Camp Marston. The Coyote Nation is one of the Princess Nations run by the Ecke YMCA. The group worked together to connect 10,150 glow sticks for a total length of 13,591 feet (over 2.5 miles). The design consisted of spirals, lines, loops, and a "Y" for the YMCA. The previous record, set on Oct 25, 2014 by the Attadale Primary School in Western Australia, was 9,021 glow sticks with a total length of 6,301 ft. (Coyote Nation used more glow sticks and is longer than the previous Guinness World Record. Coyote Nation submitted its proof and is waiting to hear back from Guinness World Records if its attempt is confirmed.) The effort took about one-and-a-half hours and was fueled by a large supply of hot chocolate. After just 15 minutes the scene was chaotic with co-chiefs Preston Kaenel and Chris Riddle observing design plans

changing on-the-fly and search parties to find missing connectors, but the focus was kept up and it all came together. "It was one of the most amazing things we have done on a campout," said Ainsley Kaenel after it was completed. YMCA Adventure Clubs are always looking for new members. There are various opportunities for girls and boys and their parents.

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Danny Glover to speak at UCSD Black History Month brunch

C San Diego will note African-American history throughout February with art exhibits, lectures, film screenings, spoken word performances and the annual Black History Month Scholarship Brunch, featuring guest speaker Danny Glover, a renowned filmmaker, actor and activist. This year’s Black History Month theme “Hallowed Ground: Sites of African-American Memory” is dedicated to the significant physical places that have inspired diversity and positive change in African-American history, such as the Apollo Theater, Little Rock Central High School, Tuskegee University and others. Glover is known for his roles as Detective Sergeant Roger Murtaugh in the “Lethal Weapon” film series. Other film credits include “The Color Purple,” “Silverado,” “Angels in the Outfield,” “Dreamgirls” and “Shooter.” Glover has served as a Goodwill Ambassador for the UN Development Program from 1998 to 2004. In 2005, he co-founded Louverture Films,

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Inaugural ‘Theatre Week’ has offers for audiences More than 30 San Diego performing arts organizations will come together to collaborate on the first-of-its kind San Diego Theatre Week, Feb. 22-28, to promote the array of performing arts in the city. “Just as Restaurant Week is a week for foodies to explore new culinary options while saving money, our vision for Theatre Week is audience members will take advantage of the opportunity to discover new theatre companies and unforgettable arts experiences,” said D. Candis Paule, president of San Diego Performing Arts League. “It’s the perfect chance to try out something new.” Organizations participating include Different Stages, J* Company Youth Theatre, La Jolla Playhouse, Lamb’s Players Theatre, Mesa College Theatre Company, Mojalet Dance Collective, Moxie Theatre, National Comedy Theatre, New Village Arts, North Coast Repertory Theatre, The Old Globe Theatre, OnStage Playhouse, The PGK Project, Point Loma Playhouse, San Diego State University’s School of Music and Dance, SDSU School of Theatre, Television and Film, San Diego Junior Theatre, San Diego Repertory Theatre, San Diego

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Rep. Peters nominates local students to Military Academies U.S. Congressman Scott Peters (CA-52) recently honored 32 high school students from his district that he nominated to the U.S. military service academies for the Class of 2020. Nikita Pereverzin of Torrey Pines High School was nominated to the United States Military Academy at West Point. Carter Lynn of Cathedral High School was nominated to the United States Merchant Marine Academy. Thomas Singley of Santa Fe Christian High School was nominated to the United States Air Force Academy. "The opportunity to nominate students to our nation’s military academies is one of the most rewarding duties I have as a member of Congress," Peters said. "These students have already earned a reputation as young leaders in San Diego, and now they represent the future leaders of our Armed

Forces." The outstanding students were selected after applying and interviewing with Peters’ independent Service Academy Nomination Board. The board is made up of seven respected members of the community, including college counselors and former military officers. This year, 10 students from the 52nd district were nominated to the United States Naval Academy, 10 to the United States Air Force Academy, nine to the United States Military Academy (West Point), and five to the United States Merchant Marine Academy. Two students received multiple nominations. Students interested in the nominations process can learn more by visiting the military academy page on Congressman Peters’ website at scottpeters.house.gov or by calling his San Diego office at 858-455-5550.

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The Torrey Pines High School Scholarship Fund is now accepting scholarship applications from TPHS students with plans of attending college. "TPHS Scholarship Fund awards TPHS students $500 - $2,000, depending on the type of scholarship and the amount of money we have to give," said Board Co-President Karin Lang. Lang and Mary Stromitis share the office of President on the 30-member board comprised of current and former parent volunteers and community members. This organization has been awarding students at Torrey Pines High School for 27 years. "Last year we awarded over $40,000 to students and that adds up," said original board member Susan Pfleeger, who continues service on the board. "Counting from our inception in 1986, we have given out

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RSF Community Center ‘Put your hearts on the Table’ poker tournament

he RSF Community Center held its 4th Annual Charity Poker Tournament at the Rancho Santa Fe Garden Club on Jan. 30. The No-Limit Teas Hold ‘em event also included live jazz, hosted bar, learner’s table and heavy hors d’oeuvres. All proceeds will help fund the programs and services of the RSF Community Center, a non-profit 501(C)3 organization. Visit RSFCC.org. Photos by Jon Clark. For photos online, visit www.rsfreview.com.

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Immunotherapy expert speaks at Village Viewpoints event

r. Stephen Wilson, an immunologist, spoke on “Immunotherapy – A New Era in Medicine” and shared his “insider’s view of the sea change in medical research” at the Village Viewpoints event held Jan. 31 at the Village Church. For more information, visit www.villageviewpoints.com. Village Viewpoints is co-presented by the Rancho Santa Fe Foundation and the Village Church. Photos by McKenzie Images. For photos online, visit www.rsfreview.com.

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OUR READERS WRITE A fan of our pharmacy! I am thrilled that I learned this week that our Rancho Santa Fe Pharmacy and Spirit Shoppe now offers a mini-mart array of groceries, fresh salads and sandwiches! The Village Market closing has been so such a setback for our residents and surrounding communities. It is wonderful to see our pharmacy and Spirit Shoppe owners and management thought and acted quickly and creatively to rise to the rescue! The next time you are in town, stop by and see the new offerings. And take a moment to say "Thank you" to those who work there for their valiant efforts to help us! Better yet, remember to patronize them whenever you can! I know my family and I will! Janet Lawless Christ RSF Covenant Resident

Risky business! The RSF Association plans to ask RSF property owners to vote on the Covenant Club before design of the project is complete. This unusual sequence means the voters won’t have a full understanding of the financial risks they will be accepting if they vote in favor of the Covenant Club. •In 2014, the RSF Association prepared a hypothetical Summary Profit & Loss Statement and an Operating Projections Statement for the proposed RSF Health Club which is now identified as the Covenant Club. These projections are still on the Association’s website and are quite optimistic about the club’s financial future. For example, the projections indicate 650 memberships will be sold before the Covenant Club opens! The projections also indicate steady growth and by the end of the fifth year they anticipate there would be a total of 775 members who would provide the club with a seven-figure annual income from membership dues. If the actual number of memberships sold and the related revenue from membership dues are substantially less than the projections, how will the Association and its members fund the shortfall? •The Association’s Design Subcommittee chairman has repeatedly stated that an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) will not be obtained before RSF property owners vote on the proposed Covenant Club. This means the architect’s estimating consultant would have very little to help him determine the added work scope and increased costs that would result from the EIR. If the property owners vote in favor of constructing the Covenant Club and the cost estimate does not include all of the costs resultant from the EIR, how will the Association and its members fund the shortfall? •The Association intends to ask property owners to vote on the Covenant Club project before the County has thoroughly reviewed the

project and provided the Association with County requirements, including parking requirements, drainage, access and egress. In addition, contractors will not submit fixed price bids before plans and specifications are completed. If the Covenant property owners vote in favor of constructing the Covenant Club before all County requirements are known and if the bids, based on complete plans and specifications, exceed the amount of the architect’s cost estimate, how will the Association and its members fund the shortfall? Fortunately, there is a simple way for the Association to eliminate many of the above described risks. First, start selling Covenant Club memberships immediately. Second, do not ask Covenant property owners to vote until: (a) at least 500 memberships have been sold; (b) initiation fees from the 500 memberships have been collected; (c) an EIR has been obtained; (d) County requirements have been established; and (e) the architect’s cost estimate has been revised to include the costs resultant from the EIR and the County requirements. Dean Ninteman

Wake up. Wake up, Papa Bear Good morning sunshine. I’m so happy you read my open letter to your grandson and I hope that you’ll keep reading this as well. Reading is important, some would say fundamental. Another non-fiction story for you. Once upon a time (November 2014), there was a community-wide ballot that stated we were voting on funding the feasibility study of a health club to be placed between the RSF golf and tennis clubs. You can check with the Association to verify, if you like. But, it bears repeating. This vote specified the location between the golf and tennis clubs. Aside from the community-wide vote, there were many, many other groups, over a long period of time, that either voted or gave their professional opinions that this was the best spot. Most recently as I recall, the current Design Subcommittee revisited the location issue after the community-wide vote. They reviewed all the research that came before, performed their own research I'm sure, and again voted to put the Covenant Club between the RSF golf and tennis clubs. The End JJ (James Joseph) Nealy

As always, we stand with our students, communities In Marsha Sutton’s recently-published commentary on oral arguments before the U.S.

Supreme Court in the case California Teachers Association (CTA) vs Friedrichs, there are several assertions made that are inaccurate and bear clarification. Our members come together to fight for smaller class sizes, all-day kindergarten, lesson planning time, competitive salaries and benefits and protections against arbitrary treatment that allow our members to promote the cause of public education without fear of administrative reprisal. Unions create a safe space for working professionals to tell sometimes inconvenient truths about the system without fear of losing their livelihood. Here are some that were missed: The 10 plaintiffs, including Rebecca Friedrichs, have never been forced to join a union. None of their Agency Fee (dollars charged for bargaining and contract maintenance) can be used for political purposes- only for the services rendered to them. Each of the 10 signatories were independently recruited by the Center for Individual Rights- a right-wing law firm funded by, among others, the Koch Brothers, to overturn the 1977 Abood decision. That decision established the requirement that employees who receive the negotiated benefits that a union has been required by law to provide to them- must pay for them. This eliminated the inequity of non-members receiving those benefits without paying- described by the Court in Abood as “free-loading.” This precedent-setting Abood decision was supported unanimously by the Court in 1977. What will come of tens of thousands of contracts binding millions of workers to rules established in them in the 40 years since the case was decided? Unfortunately there is no clear answer. Now the case has been rushed through the lower courts at a pace troubling to legal scholars. We educators agree with the evidence- and it is clear. This is an attempt backed by wealthy millionaires and billionaires who see unions as the last obstacle to their agenda to silence the voices of working people across America. CTA President Eric Heins put it well, “These same forces lost in the California Legislature, they lost at the ballot box, and now they are using the courts to attack working people.” Teachers, firefighters, police officers and other working women and men are ready for this battle. We have a message for those same wealthy forces whose aim is to drown out the voices of working people: We stand where we always have, with our students and our communities. Erik Bienke, President, Del Mar California Teachers Association Bob Croft, President, San Dieguito Faculty Association

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‘The Sparkle Effect’

f you want to feel really good about people who do great things, continue reading. I’d like to introduce you to The Sparkle Effect. "The Sparkle Effect is an innovative organization that helps students nationwide create school-based cheerleading and dance teams that bring together students with and without disabilities." Sure, you can read that and it sounds good, but what does it actually mean and what impact does it have on these children and their families? Fortunately for me, I can tell you first-hand because of an absolutely beautiful young lady, inside and out, who cares so much for everyone around her, that she brought The Sparkle Effect program right here to Torrey Pines High School. The cheer team at TP is a very special environment that we are proud to be a

part of. There is one young lady on the team whose heart is huge and belongs to helping kids with special needs. I remember her mom telling me about this far-out idea at a football game several months ago. She was explaining how her daughter wanted to bring this program to our school, if only... It was a pie-in-the-sky dream that sounded amazing at the time, but certainly not doable. They didn’t have anything: funding, a coach, cheerleaders, uniforms, and the big one –school approval. I forgot whom I was talking to. This mom/daughter duo is fierce and when they want to get something done, consider it done. After conducting months of research, she put together a power point explaining how the Sparkle Effect would benefit not only disabled kids, but also

TO YOUR HEALTH BY POULINA UDDIN, M.D.

Keep your heart healthy at every age

eart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States. Coronary heart disease is the most common form of heart disease, taking the lives of 370,000 Americans every year. It’s caused by plaque buildup in the walls of the arteries that supply blood to the heart. High blood pressure, high cholesterol and smoking are key risk factors for heart disease, and nearly half of us have at least one of these three. More than 68 percent of adults are considered to be overweight or obese, another major risk factor. While heart disease is most prevalent in people 60 and older, it can begin to develop much earlier in life. According to the American Heart Association, cardiovascular disease affects more than 35 percent of people age 39 and older, and more than 10 percent of that age 20 to 39. That’s why it is so important to live a heart-healthy lifestyle at every age. Some guidelines, of course, should be followed regardless of age, such as eating a heart-healthy diet,

staying active and not smoking. In addition to these overall guidelines, here are a few age-specific tips for keeping your heart healthy. 20s to 30s Establish a relationship with a physician (even if you are perfectly healthy) and have annual wellness exams, including blood pressure and cholesterol screenings. Know your family health history. Does heart disease, high blood pressure or diabetes run in the family? Let your physician know so her or she can monitor you and recommend testing if necessary. Every day, 2,100 people in the United States age 18 and younger become daily cigarette smokers. If you started smoking as a teen, quit now. Ideally, you should be exercising regularly most days of the week. In addition to regular cardiovascular exercise, include strength training workouts to build muscle. More muscle mass burns more calories and, importantly, keeps the body agile and functional, increases bone density and helps prevent injury in later years. It is much more difficult

the community as a whole. She presented it to the administration because she was literally asking to add an additional class to the curriculum at a public high school. Last, she applied for a grant to get money for uniforms for this new team. And before I knew it, my daughter received an email asking if she would be interested in participating in the program? One month later, she was at a three-hour training session learning how to work with disabled kids. Just stop to think about this for a minute. How many 16-year-old girls do you know that think about anything other than themselves, their cell phones and taking selfies? This brings me to a recent night, the opening game for the Sparkle Team. I wish I had better words to describe the experience, so I’ll do my best. I walked into the auditorium and all of our cheerleaders were wearing their new Sparkle uniforms, standing alongside their Sparkle buddies, wearing their matching uniforms. Just that sight alone gave me chills. The faces on these kids can only be described as beaming. As I was maneuvering my way over to my daughter, I noticed that the entire first row in the home team stands were all the parents of The Sparkle Team. To say they could hardly contain their excitement would be an

understatement. Cameras were flashing like J Lo was in the house. Then they started the cheer. The smiles, the excitement, the raw and visceral level of happy that these kids exhibited was like nothing I’ve ever experienced in my life. Watching the parents watch their children cheer, was out of this world. I’m not sure who had more fun, the parents or their kids. I write a lot of rants about stinky sports parents who anger me during tournaments because of their poor sportsmanship, but this was the antithesis. Watching The Sparkle team cheer made the hair on my arms stand on end. One girl ran back to the stands, jumping up and down with joy, asking her mom, "Did you see me?" I later found out, that particular girl wasn’t even going to get on the floor and cheer. Such incredible memories were made. I don’t care if you have disabilities or not, sometimes you have to push yourself even if you are incredibly uncomfortable. Something we take for granted and sometimes even complain about, was truly a life-changing experience for these families. I’m proud to say that we are the first Sparkle team in San Diego. Congratulations to everyone who participated and a special shout out to "You know who and her mom." Go Falcons!

to build muscle later in life. If you develop these good habits now, your body will thank you later. As you take on responsibilities such as a career and family, you may find your stress level increases, which also increases your heart disease risk. Now is a good time to explore stress management techniques that work for you, such as meditation, journaling, deep breathing or spending time in nature. 40s to 50s Maintain your cardiovascular and strength training workouts. It can be challenging to find time to exercise when you are working and raising a family, so make it a natural part of your daily routine, just like brushing your teeth or taking a shower. It is not a luxury, but a necessity. If you can’t take care of yourself and maintain your heath, you will not be able to take care of your family, career, etc. Regular exercise also will reduce your stress levels overall. Menopause may increase the risk of heart disease, so women should talk with their physicians about hormonal changes and their effect on heart health. See a doctor annually even if you feel fine. Women generally see their physicians for yearly well-woman exams, but men tend to put off going to the doctor unless they are ill, and miss out on important screening exams and check-ups. Don’t wait until it’s too late. Learn the warning signs of a heart attack and stroke. Women tend to have much more subtle heart attack symptoms than men, and may not

experience severe chest pain or numbness. 60s and older Ask your physician about an ankle-brachial index test, which measures the pulses in your feet to help diagnose peripheral artery disease (PAD). This is a form of cardiovascular disease in which plaque builds up in the leg arteries. Metabolism tends to slow down with age, and you may be less active, so adjust your diet accordingly to maintain a healthy weight. People often think they are "too old" to exercise. In reality, it is lack of exercise and conditioning that contributes to the aging process. Those individuals who stay active age far more gracefully than those who are sedentary. Injuries are more common in this age group, so activities will naturally be modified; however there is no reason to stop exercising at any particular age. If nothing else, walk daily! Then work your way up. If you joints are too stiff for walking, try swimming. Consult your health care provider for ideas based on your particular interests and possible limitations. Poulina Uddin, M.D., is a cardiologist with Scripps Clinic. She will discuss this topic during a free public event at 1:15 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 5, at OASIS Center on the third floor of Macy’s Mission Valley in San Diego. "To Your Health" is brought to you by the physicians and staff at Scripps Health. For more information, please visit www.scripps.org/CNP or call (858) 207-4317.

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Rady Children's Hospital ‘Decoding Wine’ event held in RSF

ady Children’s Hospital-San Diego hosted a special wine tasting event Jan. 23 at Shaunna and Scott Kahn’s home in Rancho Santa Fe called “Decoding Wine: An Exclusive Genomics Experience.” Photos by Dave Siccardi. For photos online, visit www.rsfreview.com.

Stephanie and Leslie Kourie

Catherine Sachs, Susan Hering and Fiona Kingsmore

Patricia Dahlgaard, Esq. and Dr. John Renner

Scott Kahn (CIO of Illumina), Dr. Stephen Kingsmore (CEO of Rady Pediatric Genomics and Systems Medicine Institute), Dr. Donald Kearns (President & CEO of Rady Children’s Hospital-San Diego).

Tracy Reif Spiegel and Leo Spiegel with Libby and Steven Miller

Dr. Joseph Gleeson (Rady Children’s Hospital Auxiliary Endowed Chair in Neuroscience)

Ranelle and Bob Kain

Shaunna and Scott Kahn (Hosts)

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EVENT BRIEFS Marissa Pittard Named to Dean's List at Georgia Tech Marissa Pittard of Rancho Santa Fe made the Dean's List for the Fall 2015 semester at the Georgia Institute of Technology. This designation is awarded to undergraduate students who have a 3.0 or higher academic average for the semester. One of the nation's leading research universities, the Georgia Institute of Technology is in the business of creating the next--the next idea, the next technology, and the next legion of agile minds well equipped to imagine and engineer our future.

RSF GOP Women Federated to hold 'Hamburger Night Mix & Mingle' Feb. 25 Please join the Rancho Santa Fe Republican Women, Federated for a “Hamburger Night Mix & Mingle” to be held Thursday, Feb. 25, at Bentley’s Steak and Chop House, 162 S. RSF Rd. Encinitas, CA. Check-in and social time is 5:30 p.m., dinner at 6 p.m. The cost is $32 per person — entrée and glass of wine. Bring your friends. Your check is your reservation. Please make your check payable to: RSFRWF, PO Box 1195, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067. RSVP by Friday,

Feb. 19 a must! A reservation made is a reservation paid. For more information, contact Jody Bray at 858-756-1906 or lilyjo33@aol.com.

Supervisor Dave Roberts to speak at Rancho Santa Fe Democratic Club San Diego County Supervisor for District 3, The Honorable Dave Roberts, will be guest of honor and keynote speaker for the Rancho Santa Fe Democratic Club meeting Thursday, Feb. 11, 6:30 p.m. at the Lomas Santa Fe Country Club in Solana Beach. The Third District includes Encinitas, Solana Beach, and Del Mar, plus the I-15 corridor from Escondido to Miramar. Dave Roberts was elected to the Board of Supervisors in 2012 after eight years of Dave service on the Solana Beach Roberts City Council. He is the only Democrat on the five-person board. He currently is seeking re-election. Come meet Dave and ask him about county issues: SANDAG, the Sheriff’s Office, regional mental health services, etc. Always lots of Q & A. The Rancho Santa Fe Democratic Club meets on second Thursdays (except for July, August, and December), 6:30 p.m., at the Lomas Santa Fe Country Club, 1505 Lomas Santa Fe Drive, Solana Beach, CA, 92075.

The cost for this event is $15 for club members and $25 for guests. New members can join for $50 to qualify for the $15 meeting fee and member discounts all year long. Current members, please be prepared to renew your annual dues. RSVP and pay online at www.rsfdem.org or phone 858-735-6404 to pay at the door. Please make checks payable to RSF Democratic Club.

Violinist Ning Feng to perform twice in Feb. Violinist Ning Feng makes his La Jolla Music Society debut appearing in two performances this month. He will perform a solo recital as part of the 2015-16 Discovery Series accompanied by pianist Jeeyoon Kim at The Auditorium at The Scripps Research Institute (TSRI) on Sunday, Feb. 21 at 3 p.m. Less than a week later he will appear as a guest soloist playing with San Diego Youth Symphony and Conservatory’s (SDYS) Chamber Orchestra, under the baton of Music Director and Conductor Jeff Edmons, at MCASD Sherwood Auditorium on Friday, Feb. 26 at 8 p.m. Visit ljms.org.

Nonprofit looking for girls with burn/trauma scars for healing, holistic retreat From house fires to science experiments, car accidents and even abuse, the pain never stops for girls with severe burns or disfiguring trauma.

For years after they leave the hospital, the staring, name-calling, teasing, and unwanted questions from their peers create a sort of living hell. Each summer, adolescent girls struggling with this unfortunate reality can attend a special retreat designed to inspire and nurture them to process their injuries and losses and reach their fullest potential. Angel Faces®, the California-based nonprofit that organizes and runs these retreats, is trying to get the word out around the country so more girls get the opportunity to attend. This year’s retreat will be held June 20-26 in Wolfeboro, New Hampshire. Applications are posted online at angelfaces.com. The application deadline is March 15, 2016. Angel Faces is a 501(c) (3) non-profit, Federal Tax ID # 20-5718594.

Learn 'five languages of love' from experts Do you agree that relationships are the most important thing? Learn about “the most powerful communication” on Wednesday, Feb. 10, from 6-8 p.m. at 9888 Carroll Centre Road, #101, San Diego, CA 92126. The class will offer the five languages of love for romance, intimacy, friendship and deep lasting connections from Dr. Tess Mauricio and Dr. Brian Alman, relationship expert and author of nine books, including one with Dr. Tess Mauricio. The event is free. Space is limited. Call ore email now to attend: Dr. Tess Mauricio at (858) 689-4990 or DrAlman@TruSage.com , (760) 436-0042.

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revenue, Smith said the Woolley family made an offer to the RSF Association to share the expense. The Woolleys offered to lease a portion of the space up to the entire 10,000 square feet to the Association at a below-market rate; the Association could then put whomever they wanted in the space and charge whatever rent they would like. At its December meeting, Smith said the Association’s finance committee decided not to participate in that offer so the Woolley family decided to move forward with the plan to lease the existing building. “The offer to the Association remains on the table until a tenant is found,” Smith said. “In the meantime, the Woolley family is more than willing to work with the Association’s Village Revitilization Committee on a long-range plan.”

The first step in looking for a tenant is clearing out all of Stumps’ old fixtures and that work was being done this week, Smith said. They looked to donate as much as they could to charities but as most of the remaining fixtures were over 35 years old, there wasn’t much of a demand. Smith said some went to charities but the rest of the shelving and refrigeration will be recycled. “What they’re looking to do, depending on who the tenants are, is to remove the unsightly delivery ramp on the east side of the building and enhance the exterior of the building and update it,” Smith said. Any added exterior elements will be subject to CDRC review and approval, but Smith said no other entitlements will be needed.

Life Tributes

Everlasting memories of loved ones

Robert Thomas Sims Jr.

December 25, 1952 - December 28, 2015 Rancho Santa Fe — Robert thomas Sims Jr., passed away Monday, December 28, 2015 in arcadia, california, surrounded by his family. Bob grew up in edina, Minnesota, and was extremely proud of his Midwestern roots and values. Bob’s passion was real estate and he spent his life developing projects ranging from single family homes to luxury senior communities in texas and california. If you asked him, he never worked a day in his life. Bob was a proud and devoted father and

was “blessed” with four daughters who were the apples of his eye. he taught them that they had value and inspired them to maximize their potential; they reciprocated with their adoration and loyalty

to him. If you want to see a twinkle in his eyes and listen to him talk with pride for hours – just ask, “how are the girls?” Bob was predeceased by his parents, Robert and Gloria Sims. he is survived by his four daughters, Morgan elizabeth, Devon adair, Shelby Lee and taylor Sue; his adoring partner, Reni Rose, and her daughter, chelsea; grandchildren, charlee Grace and Jack thomas; and siblings, Mari Sullivan, Lisa carrico, tom Sims, William Sims, Mike Sims and Mark Sims. Bob truly was larger than life. he was the life of every party, the center of every

conversation, and more often than not, the most handsome man in the room. his crooked smile, his quirky dimples, and his incredibly big heart will be dearly missed by all those who loved him. his service will be held on February 19, 2016, at 1:00 pm Pt at Mater Dolorosa in Sierra Madre, ca, followed by a celebration of his life. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be sent to team USa in support of the US Women’s Paralympic Swimming team. Please sign the guest book online at legacy.com/ obituaries/ranchosantafer eview.

Gordon Wesley ‘Gordy’ Bartow Jr. December 1, 1936 - January 25, 2016

Rancho Santa Fe — Gordon Wesley Bartow Jr., Gordy, 79, of Rancho Santa Fe passed away on January 25, 2016, in Rancho Santa Fe, california. he was born in Glendale, california, to Gordon Wesley Bartow Sr. and Jeanne turner Bartow. he went to Brown Military academy in Pacific Beach and Glendale high School. he attended college at new Mexico Military Institute in Roswell, new Mexico. Gordy was the corporate President of G.W. Bartow, Inc., the Southern california distributor for Zimmer, Bristol Meyers Squibb orthopedic division for 38 years and retired in

1997. he was a Founding Member of Rancho Santa Fe community center, Founder of Rancho Days and Parade, an original member of the Senior Soccer League, and served on the open Space committee, San Dieguito

River Valley committee, San Dieguito Boys and Girls club 1968-1971, historical Society President, advisory Board of the Rancho Santa Fe national Bank, Boy Scout Leader, and Soccer and Little League coach. he was a member of Rancheros Visitadores since 1994 and a member of the Rancho Santa Fe Village church and high Ground Bible Study group. Gordon is survived by his wife, Susan I. Bartow of Rancho Santa Fe; children, Gordon “Wes” Bartow, Brett Dester Bartow and Michelle Lorraine Storm; brother, Keith Sterling Bartow; grandchildren, haleigh annette Bartow, Maile Irene Bartow, abigail Kathleen Bartow,

holly Suzanne Bartow, Kaydence terri Storm and Rilynn Brett Storm; nieces, Lisa Jeanne Kody and cheri Bartow Jorgenson; nephew, Keith Sterling Bartow Jr.; and cousin, Lynda ann Billington. he is predeceased by his parents, Gordon Wesley Bartow Sr. and Jeanne turner Bartow. a funeral service will be held at the Rancho Santa Fe Village church, 6225 Paseo Delicias, on February 26, 2016, at 2pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the alzheimer’s association. Please sign the guest book online at legacy.com/ obituaries/ranchosantafer eview.

To place a Life Tribute call Cathy Kay at 858-218-7237 or email InMemory@MyClassiﬁedMarketplace.com

to come. We are currently studying the possibility of a 1,900- seat concert venue along with a restaurant/craft beer tasting room, with banquet space and also still incorporating satellite wagering. That cost could reach as much as $15 million. A study is due out on the economic impact of the Fairgrounds, and how the Fairgrounds impact Del Mar and Solana Beach. When will the study be out and what will it be used for? We expect the study to be released in March or April. For years, the two local cities have claimed a negative financial impact from fairgrounds activities. However, district staff believes just the opposite is true and trusts that the study will bear that out. Any insight on the new board president? We are very fortunate to have Russ Penniman as our incoming board chair. Russ has served on our board since 2003 and is its longest standing member. Last year, Russ played an invaluable role in shepherding our bond refinancing efforts which will save us money and serve the needs of the district for decades to come. I have great confidence in his abilities to chair the board of directors over the next two years.

FROM RESTAURANT, A1 of this master chef with a target opening date in June. “This is a premier restaurant space in the Village where opportunities of this caliber rarely become available,” said Bill Shrader, leader of the Urban Property Group at Colliers International. “Within three months of Delicias’ departure, we secured a Master Chef-led restaurant concept that will provide an exceptional dining experience for Rancho Santa Fe.” Shrader represents Millar Properties and the Millar family, who have owned the village property for 75 years. According to Shrader, they worked hard to fill the “iconic” restaurant space in the heart of town that had been home to a successful 25-year tenant like Delicias. Michelle Bothof of Brush Real Estate and Financial Services represented Grand Restaurant Group. DiCicco is a native of Clovis, Calif. and has operated Grand Restaurant Group in Escondido for the last five years. DiCicco got into the restaurant industry 30 years ago and still operates DiCicco’s, an Italian, family restaurant in Clovis. The group now runs two of San Diego’s finest dining operations — Bellamy’s and the resort destination Bandy Canyon Ranch in the San Pasqual Valley. Ponsaty is the chef at Bellamy’s, a fine French California cuisine establishment. “We are really blessed to have him, he is very talented,” DiCicco said, noting Ponsaty will continue to stay involved at Bellamy’s as well as the new Rancho Santa Fe spot. “Ponsaty’s will be a little more casual, we still want to have fine dining but there will be more of a mix— a casual side with the bar. Everything has happened quite suddenly. We jumped at the chance and we’re excited. Patrick will come up with something that will be amazing.” As they are still very early in the process, DiCicco said they are just getting started on planning the look of the new restaurant, but their goal is to do a complete renovation of the 5,808-square-foot space. “The space is beautiful, we just love the area,” said DiCicco, who moved to Rancho Santa Fe with her fiancé in December. She is looking forward to getting to know her neighbors, who will hopefully become fixtures at the new eatery, “It’s 10 minutes away from our home and we’re excited to open another venture,” DiCicco said. “We want to become a neighborhood restaurant where people want to go. Since Delicias left the village has been missing that and I think we will be able to fill that void.” FROM SCHOLARSHIP, A11 students have achieved a 4.0 in the classroom, but have shown outstanding accomplishment and determination to achieve through their multi-tasking of school and responsibilities and activities outside of the classroom." Scholarships are presented at the TPHS annual awards ceremony at Solana Pacific Elementary on Tuesday, May 17, 2016. All senior students are encouraged to apply. The deadline to apply is: March 4, 2016. Applications and information on how you can make a scholarship donation can be found on the official website at www.TPHSSF.org.

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Private 40 Acre Retreat

Just about an hour away in the picturesque town of Julian. Elegant home, guest home, RV barn and horse facilities. Ten minutes from the town of Julian with many restaurants and shopping.

Offered at $1,950,000

Luxury meets Laid back Coastal lifestyle Peace, privacy, and unparalleled luxury abound in this grand estate nestled in the coveted, and seldom available Sidonia community of Encinitas. Located on a flag lot totaling .56 acres, this Robert Hidey designed Spanish Colonial is surrounded by Encinitas Ranch Golf Course and open space. The structure itself is composed of a large courtyard with fireplace at entry, perfect for entertainment or private lounging year round. To the right you will find an attached guest house / casita featuring full bedroom, living room/office, bathroom, walk-in closet, and wet bar.

List Price: $2,395,000

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The Art and Soul of Luxury

Two Million Dollar reconstruction in the Covenant located within walking distance of the Village and golf course. This olde world villa was designed by Dena Gillespie, and created with a combination of authentic Mediterranean charm on almost 3/4 acres, with 3BD/3BA plus library or 4th bedroom in the main house, an attached 1BD/1BA casita with kitchen, and a detached exercise room. Complete with stunning outdoor living and dining , exquisite distressed 100 year old ceilings and beams, five fireplaces, numerous built-ins, and olde world iron fixtures that work in harmony to make this villa an irreplaceable spot to savor memories of a lifetime. Offered at $3,195,000

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Brand New single Level 3 beds/ 2.5 baths, 2,371 sq. ft. Walking distance into the village of Rancho Santa Fe. Generous amounts of natural light, luxurious ﬁnishes throughout. Professionally manicured landscaped grounds, fantastic water features including Offered at $2,395,000 meandering stream.

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FEBRUARY 4, 2016

Rancho Santa Fe Library Chili Cook Off

he Rancho Santa Fe Library kicked off the New Year 2016 with its first annual Chili Cook Off Jan. 28, which included an official judging panel. The library hosted its Chili Cook Off in celebration of Januaryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s national attention to soups and stews. Cook Off Contestants included Merri Kelley, Rick Durant, Debbie Wilson, Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club, Mary Beth Payne, Sara Joseph and Susan Appleby. Photos by McKenzie Images. For photos online, visit www.rsfreview.com.

Chili chefs Rick Durant, Mary Payne, Sara Joseph and Merri Kelley

Joyce Oren, Bibbi Herrmann Jere and Joyce Oren, John Chalmers

Guests sampled a variety of chili Debbie Wilson, Terry Weaver, Librarian Laurie Knodle

Cathy Miller, Deana Ingalls

Debbie Wilson, Stephanie Triley

Rick and Karin Durant with Lilly, Grace, and Richard

County Librarians Merri Kelley and Haley Kwon, Library Guild Manager Susan Appleby

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It’s not all black and white at the New Commons Theatre

La Jolla Cultural Partners

BY LONNIE BURSTEIN HEWITT Vantage Theatre, a small non-profit company known for producing offbeat, site-specific plays, will present “Rasheeda Speaking” on Feb. 19, at the newly-named La Jolla Commons Theatre, located in the century-old Congregational Church on Cave Street. Vantage is run by a couple of longtime La Jollans, executive director Dori Salois and her husband, Robert Salerno, and this time, Salois, who usually stays behind the scenes, will be onstage. The play is about two receptionists in a doctor’s office — one black, the other white — who are driven apart by the doctor, and find themselves in a power struggle that spins wildly out of control. Written by Joel Drake Johnson, an award-winning, Chicago-based playwright, it received a nomination for best new play off-Broadway after its New York production last year, which The New York Times called “exquisitely tense ... cringingly funny ... incendiary.” “It’s a play that makes you laugh and cringe at the same time,” Salois said. “The theme — that racism is no less violent today despite being veiled in innuendo and politeness — is very timely, and I recognized the dynamics of healthcare workers and social issues because I’ve been in the health care industry for decades, on both coasts. I read about the play, ordered a copy as soon as it was published, and immediately said: I lived this! I want to bring it to San Diego!

And I want to play Ileen!” To play Ileen’s co-worker, Jacklyn, Salois chose Milena Philips, with whom she has worked before. “She’s terrific — soulful, generous, risk-taking — just wonderful,” Salois said. “And Steve Oliver, who’s played doctors on soap operas, is coming down from L.A. to play the doctor. He’s so good, and good-looking, too!” Rounding out the cast is June Gottleib, as Rose, an elderly patient. “She’s the one who ignites the play’s central issue, and Junie gives so many layers to the character — she just gets it,” Salois said. “The cast is a real ensemble, and as things unfold, you find yourself sympathizing with one character, then another, laughing at the paranoia of each person but relating to it too. And then ... well, there’s a surprise ending.” Despite the play’s title, there is no Rasheeda in the cast. “It’s a term the playwright uses to describe middle-aged black women and their daily struggle,” Salois explained. Besides playing one of the leads, Salois is also directing, in her own fashion. “I’m very democratic,” she said. “I cast professional actors, and I encourage them to put their two cents in, especially since I’m also onstage. And my husband, Robert, is there — at this point, I’d say we’re actually co-directing.” “Rasheeda Speaking” is a 90-minute, one-act, intermission-less play, which will be

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Milena Philips and Dori Salois star in ‘Rasheeda Speaking,’ a dark comedy at La Jolla Commons Theatre, opening Feb. 19. followed by a talk-back and light refreshments. And if you’re up for it, you can see two shows in one evening, since David Mamet’s hour-long “Duck Variations,” presented by Different Stages, will go on after the talk-back. ■ IF YOU GO: “Rasheeda Speaking,” is on stage Feb. 19-March 6 at La Jolla Commons

Theatre, 1219 Cave St. (entrance on Ivanhoe), 7 p.m. Friday; 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Tickets: $20-$40 at (858) 859-2281. vantagetheatre.com Also playing: “Duck Variations” by David Mamet, produced by Different Stages, 9 p.m. Friday, 7 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Tickets: differentstages.biz

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Saturday, February 6, 2016 at 8 p.m. MCASD Sherwood Auditorium Tickets: $80, $55, $30 Former Tokyo String Quartet violinist Martin Beaver and cellist Clive Greensmith have joined forces with pianist Jon Kimura Parker to become The Montrose Trio. Formed in 2014, The Washington Post raved, “absolutely top-notch music-making, as fine as one could ever expect to hear…they are poised to become one of the top piano trios in the world.” (858) 459-3728 www.LJMS.org

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The severe drought gripping the western United States in recent years is changing the landscape well beyond localized effects of water restrictions and browning lawns will describe how the loss of water across the West is causing the entire region to rise like an uncoiling spring.

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'Ragtime' headed to the Spreckels Theater with young local actress BY ROB LEDONNE "Ragtime," the classic musical that this year is celebrating its 20th anniversary, is headed to the Spreckels Theater in a production full of San Diego Theater regulars and North County natives. Directed by Paul David Bryant who was a part of the original Broadway production, the show tells the story of life in America at the turn of the 20th century. With a stacked cast, one of the show's most notable and youngest members lives locally. Three-year-old Taj Brandon auditioned on a whim with her parents and landed the role of Little Colehouse, making "Ragtime’ her acting debut. "She loves to sing, dance, and tell stories at home," said Taj's father, Wesley. "We appreciate how important it is to have confidence in large groups and want to give Taj an avenue to do things she likes." While this is Taj's first theater production, she's no stranger to basking in the spotlight. Despite still attending Horizon Prep Preschool, Brandon has already modeled in runway shows. "When we saw that there was a casting call we looked at the role and it just felt right," Wesley said. "It's also such a powerful story, so we wanted to let her audition." At the audition, Taj was at ease.

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"When she arrived we found a very diverse cast in terms of ages, backgrounds, and nationalities which is great to see," notes Taj's mother Edrienne. "She was even making friends as we were waiting in line. She went into the audition itself alone, but as a mom I was peeking in the window to see how it was all going." Taj wound up acing the audition and was invited to join the cast. However, due to her young age the producers of the show spared the Brandons the

grueling rehearsal process, as Taj only attends the most important run-throughs. Then, of course, there's the show itself which runs Feb. 5 Feb.21. Taj's stage debut is only the latest accomplishment for the Brandons. Taj's parents first met while attending both Harvard Business School and Duke University, the later where Edrienne was commencement speaker and spoke alongside former President Jimmy Carter. They are currently successful in the world of business with Wesley and Edrienne pursuing various ventures. Their other child, 6-year-old Sage, is a budding actor as well. "Regardless to what happens to them in life, acting is something they can use to have confidence in situations," Wesley said. "This is just the start for her and it's such a blessing. This is going to be a a really interesting experience." "Ragtime" was first mounted in Toronto in 1996 and made its Broadway debut in New York in 1998. The musical is based on the 1975 novel by E.L. Doctorow. For ticketing and scheduling information regarding "Ragtime" at the Spreckels, check out San Diego Musical Theater's home on the web at www.sdmt.org.

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EVENT BRIEFS Shirley Jones, Patrick Cassidy to entertain at North Coast Rep Gala Save the date of Sunday, April 24, for this year’s North Coast Repertory Theatre Spotlight Gala, celebrating North Coast Rep’s 34th season. The event will start at 5 p.m. and be held at the Del Mar Country Club. The entertainment will be Academy Award-winner Shirley Jones and her son, Patrick Cassidy. Enjoy live and silent auctions featuring luxurious trips and restaurant packages, and opportunities to sponsor the artists and productions at North Coast Rep. Tickets start at $300. Visit www.northcoastrep.org

Breakfast at Tiffany's to benefit Miracle Babies Miracle Babies will celebrate the two-year anniversary of the Miracle Circle Auxiliary on Wednesday, Feb. 24, at La Valencia. The event, which is sponsored by Stemcyte, will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Breakfast will be served at 10:30 a.m., followed by the program with Keynote Speaker & CNN Senior Executive Producer Wendy Walker. The Miracle Circle is an auxiliary group, which bands together philanthropic and innovative women who share a common vision to improve the overall health and well-being of children, women and families. The Miracle Circle supports the work of Miracle Babies through fundraising, community outreach and advocacy. “Miracle Circle offers many ways to become involved,” said president and founding member, Rita Szczotka.“Our membership levels range from Founding Members to Friends of the Circle. This is a wonderful opportunity to form lifelong friendships with like-minded philanthropic people and make a difference of the lives of children in need.” She added, “Breakfast at Tiffany's is a day to honor and celebrate this wonderful group of dynamic women leaders dedicated to serving and supporting Miracle Babies.” To purchase tickets, please visit www.miraclebabies.org/MiracleCircle.

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Local artist thrives as performer, painter and sculptor BY JOE TASH As an artist, Sholeh Ashtiani displays great versatility. The local resident, a mother of three who emigrated to the U.S. from Iran in 1979 to attend college, is a singer, actress, sculptor, painter and photographer. Many of her talents will be on display in a new reality television show about dating, called "The Romance," which airs at 10 p.m. on Friday nights on Time Warner and Cox Channel 4. The first of the show's 12 episodes aired on Jan. 15 and the series will conclude in April. Ashtiani's singing can be heard at the end of each show, as she performs a song called "Stand Your Ground." Her singing, paintings and sculpture will also be featured in two of the episodes. The show is set in San Diego, and features 10 local men and 14 local women as they date and pursue romance. Its creators have said that it is intended to give a more realistic portrayal of dating than some of the network reality shows such as "The Bachelor." Rather than living in a mansion and traveling to exotic destinations such as Bora Bora or Tahiti, participants on The Romance have real-life responsibilities such as work and children, according to the show's web site. The episodes were taped in San Diego at restaurants, a gym, a winery and Black's Beach, among other locations. One episode is taped at a gallery during a reception. Ashtiani sings in the background and her paintings and sculpture are on display. In another episode, she said, her art

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Art and sculpture by Sholeh Ashtiani. will also be on display. Ashtiani's sculptures are in bronze, and they feature realistic subjects, such as mothers and their children, and dancers. She herself has been fascinated with dancers and their craft throughout her life, and her first job out of college, in Columbus, Ohio, was photographing performers at a local theater. She paints in oil, and also pursues realistic themes. She has shown her work at galleries and in public spaces both in California and Arizona. Currently, several of her sculptures can be seen at a gallery at the U.S. Grant Hotel in downtown San Diego. She works in a studio at her family's home in Encinitas. She begins her sculptures in clay, attaching the moldable substance to a metal armature, or skeleton. Once the model is

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Sholeh Ashtiani. Fashion by Camille. completed, she brings it to a foundry, where it is cast in bronze. As a singer, Ashtiani said, she prefers to sing rock and pop songs along the lines of such artists as Celine Dion, Whitney Houston and Kelly Clarkson. One early influence was the Iranian pop singer Faegheh Atashin, also known as "Googoosh." "She was a big influence, I love all her songs," said Ashtiani, who sings in both Farsi and English. While Ashtiani said her art is not closely linked to her Persian culture, her moniker as an artist, "Flame," comes from the translation of her name, Sholeh. After graduating from the Columbus College of Art and Design with a degree in illustration and photography, Ashtiani

continued to live in Ohio until the early 2000s. Her family then moved to California — Encinitas specifically — in search of a warmer climate. She has three sons. The oldest studies filmmaking at Santa Monica College, while her two younger sons are students at San Dieguito Academy. Recently, she has exhibited her sculptures at Encinitas City Hall, and she also entered paintings and sculptures in competitions at the San Diego County Fair, where she won three awards. She hopes exposure from The Romance will boost her career as both a performer and artist. For more information about Ashtiani and her work, visit her web site at www.flametheartist.com.

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Bishop's School Wine Reception

Bishop's School Wine Reception was held Jan. 30 at the RSF home of Nora and Alex Kaiser to kick off auction season for “A Shining Knight,” the school's “annual party with a purpose” to be held April 16 at The Bishop's School. The Jan. 30 evening is coordinated by an exclusive wine committee featuring co-chairs Dan Bradbury, Chris Cramer, Wain Fishburn and Jennifer Greenfield, along with committee members Dawn Birchmeier, Nora Kaiser, Susanne Marx and Susan Richman. Auction co-chairs, Alex Johnson and Kathy Lobo, join hosts Nora and Alex Kaiser in welcoming the Bishop's and greater community to this annual event. “A Shining Knight” is co-chaired by current Bishop’s parents Alexandra Johnson of Rancho Santa Fe and Kathy Lobo of La Jolla. Each year, The Bishop’s School Auction raises approximately $1 million in direct support of the School’s Student Financial Aid and Faculty Professional Growth Programs. The evening will feature a dinner for 400 guests dressed in all-white, dancing under sparkling lights amidst modern-minimalist decor, a wine auction featuring a wide variety of fine wines, and live and silent auction. For more information, visit www.bishops.com. Photos by McKenzie Images. For photos online, visit www.rsfreview.com.

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EVENT BRIEFS Registration now open to enter 2016 SD International Beer Competition Enter the 10th annual San Diego International Beer Competition. Breweries that compete are eligible to have their brands served at the 2016 San Diego International Beer Festival, June 17 – 19. The SDIBF is the largest of its kind on the West Coast featuring more than 300 beers from around the world, and over the past 10 years has earned industry praise, prominence and distinction in the United States and the world. Registration is open at: www.sandiegobeerfestival.com . Entry for the competition is available online only. There is a $45 non-refundable processing fee per entry, and an eight-entry maximum. Deadline for entry is Friday, March 25, 2016, by 11:59 p.m. (PDT).

Great train show coming to DM Fairgrounds The nation's largest model train show, featuring dealers from across the country and operating train layouts of different sizes and scales, will be held at the Del Mar Fairgrounds Feb. 13-14. Visit trainshow.com.

San Diego Pet Expo is Feb. 13-14 in Del Mar The San Diego Pet Expo will be held Feb. 13-14 at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. Four-legged friends can receive spa treatments from local groomers, sample delicious treats, and try on the latest in furry fashions; their humans will enjoy interacting with top trainers and learning pet-care tips from animal welfare organizations. Rounding out the list of activities is an exciting agility demonstration, pet talent and costume shows, and an exciting pet/owner look-alike contest. For more information, visit petexposandiego.com.

Valentine Party, fundraiser to benefit 'Little Hearts' Fair Trade Décor will hold its annual Valentine’s Party in Del Mar on Friday, Feb. 12 from 7-9 p.m. This year, donations and a portion of all product sales will benefit Little Hearts Big Hopes, the research of Dr. Paul Grossfeld, pediatric cardiologist at Rady Children’s Hospital and the University of California San Diego. Dr. Grossfeld, Carmel Valley resident and family friend of Fair Trade

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Décor owners Betsy and Jude Paganelli, is internationally recognized for his research on the genetic causes of Jacobsen’s Syndrome and the resulting congenital heart defects, the most common form of all congenital birth defects. Don’t miss this chance to celebrate with your sweetheart and give from your heart for “Little Hearts” with “Big Hopes.” Jacobsen Syndrome is a rare genetic disorder caused by the loss of a portion of the 11th human chromosome. The loss of this genetic material causes a number of significant problems that also occur commonly in the general population, including congenital heart defects, a congenital bleeding disorder, intellectual disability, autism and immunodeficiency. Although Jacobsen Syndrome is very rare, occurring in only about 1 in 50,000 live births, the insights gained from research on Jacobsen Syndrome will help those in the general population that suffer from these clinical problems. Dr. Grossfeld will be available to discuss his research and share stories of his work with children in the U.S and abroad. He and his wife Susan have selflessly volunteered to lead a group of medical missionaries to treat children at the Angkor Hospital for Children in Siem Reap, Cambodia. He is also the cardiology consultant to the United States Men’s and Women’s Olympic Volleyball teams. San Diego native vocalist and songwriter Amanda Mercedes will be on hand to serenade with old standards and modern hits. She recently performed at Del Mar Pop-Up Culture in L’Auberge Amphitheater, can be seen singing around San Diego, and has just released her debut EP, Banana Blues. Wine tasting for the event has been donated by Del Mar resident and winemaker Alfredo Gallone. Alfredo is best known for his award winning Italian red wines made with traditional techniques from the vines in his Ramona winery, Principe di Tricase. Light snacks will also be served, featuring Fair Trade chocolates for Valentine participants. Space for is limited for this popular event. Please RSVP by email to sarah@fairtradedecor or in person at Fair Trade Décor, 1412 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar, CA 92014. The Valentine’s party

Public invited to free presentation on Lung Cancer Feb. 21 San Diego County residents are invited to learn about the latest advances in lung cancer care at a free presentation on Sunday, Feb. 21, from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Scripps Radiation Therapy Center, located at 10670 John Jay Hopkins Drive, San Diego 92121. Attendees will learn about lung cancer screenings, new diagnostic methodologies and new immunotherapies available, as well as other technologies on the horizon for the treatment of lung cancer. According the American Cancer Society, lung cancer is by far the leading cause of cancer death in the United States, with more than 158,000 estimated deaths in 2016. Two Scripps lung cancer specialists will lead the Feb. 21 presentation. Medical oncologist Michael P. Kosty, M.D., is medical director of Scripps Cancer Center at Scripps Green Hospital and Scripps Clinic. Pulmonologist Scott Eisman, M.D., is chief of staff at Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas. He also serves as Scripps Encinitas' director of interventional pulmonary medicine and as medical director of the hospital's intensive care unit. Advance registration for the Feb. 21 presentation is requested by calling 858-678-7128 or emailing bowman.anne@scrippshealth.org.

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Playhouse’s dark comedy ‘Guards at the Taj’ opens this week BY DIANA SAENGER “Guards at the Taj”, which premiered this week at La Jolla Playhouse, centers on two guards in 1640s India, tasked with mundane jobs as the Taj Mahal is being built behind them. The night before its unveiling, the lifelong-friends — who are more like brothers – are asked to do something quite terrible that divides them existentially. One of them is on the side of the Emperor to whom he pledges his allegiance, the other is reeling from what they’ve done, and is asked to defy the Emperor and revolt against his government. It’s that action that puts this play in motion. Written by Pulitzer Prize finalist Rajiv Joseph (“Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo”), the production marks Playhouse Associate Artistic Director Jaime Castañeda’s directorial debut at the Playhouse (Castañeda’s other local directing credits include “Welcome to Arroyo’s” at The Old Globe). “I’m always asking myself how we can create (great) moments on stage with just a little bit of theater magic,” he said. “So when I’m approaching plays and writers I’m interested in the specific voices and theatrical gestures they provide.” The two-member cast includes, Manu Narayan (Playhouse’s “Glengarry Glen Ross”) as Humayun and Babak Tafti (Playhouse’s “Blood and Gifts”) as Babur. “ ‘Guards at the Taj’ has several challenges that are enticing to figure out,” Castañeda said. “Like how to stage it and create a world that is flexible, contemporary and historical. It has dark elements, along with comedic and physical challenges in terms of the production. Those things had me scratching my head, but jumping headfirst into the process.”

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La Jolla Playhouse associate artistic director Jaime Castañeda makes his Playhouse directing debut with ‘Guards at the Taj’ by Pulitzer Prize finalist Rajiv Joseph. Castañeda said he never worked with playwright Joseph before, but was aware of his work. When this script came to the Atlantic Theater Company for its premiere, Castañeda was a strong advocate for the production. “I knew of his work ‘Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo,’ and have been a fan of his work for several years,” Castañeda said. “I thought this play was special, and I’m happy it’s getting a life and making rounds throughout the country.” The actors, Castañeda said, “came highly recommended. Both bring unique things to the table. Manu has Indian heritage and been to the Taj Mahal, so we’ve been talking about his experience in India. Playhouse Artistic Director

Christopher Ashley talked about his involvement in ‘Glengarry Glen Ross.’ Several people had talked to me about Babak and his work. A two-hander play is a delicate thing in getting the right people in the room and having them speak the same language. I’ve been blessed with both of them, especially as they have been game to try different things the last three weeks.” He added, “This is a dark comedy thanks to a super writer who could mix the tragic and most terrible parts of our existence with the funniest and most absurd and comical moments that emerge from darker circumstances. There are scenes where my hope is the shock and the surprise comes from both of those things. In one of my favorite and most challenging scenes I’m

like a Rubik’s cube on how to make these moments work on stage.” Before Castañeda joined the Playhouse as Associate Artistic Director he served as Artistic Associate at Off-Broadway’s Atlantic Theatre Company for five years. He holds an M.F.A. in Directing from the University of Texas at Austin, was the founding Artistic Director of FireStarter Productions in Texas, and an ensemble member with American Theater Company in Chicago since 2009. For his first go-around as a Playhouse production director, Castañeda chose a play about class and equality. “It’s definitely a story about friends who are like brothers trying to survive in 1640. They’re very much looking at it through this period of time and the building of this amazing Wonder of the World. They’re also reminded of what went into it to create such beauty in the world. It’s interesting that the core of the play is about conversation in class equality, like our world is having right now, which makes this play super relevant.” ■ IF YOU GO: “Guards at the Taj” runs Feb. 2-28 in the Sheila and Hughes Potiker Theatre at La Jolla Playhouse, 2910 La Jolla Village Drive. Tickets from $20. (858) 550-1010. lajollaplayhouse.org ■ Related events: ACCESS Performance: 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 20. Open Captioned Performance: 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 14. Talkback Tuesdays: Feb. 9 and 16, following the 7:30 p.m. performance. Insider Events: 6:45 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 24 and 1:15 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 27 at 1:15 p.m. Discovery Sunday: Feb. 28, after 2 p.m. performance. Foodie Friday: 6 p.m. Feb. 19.

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‘Swing and Bling' benefits San Diego Opera

an Diego Opera presented “Swing and Bling” Jan. 30, an evening of fine dining, beverages and a variety of entertainment that will benefit San Diego Opera’s community-wide education efforts. Swing and Bling also honored the contributions of community philanthropist Sarah B. Marsh-Rebelo. The event was held at the McMillin Event Center at Liberty Station. For more information, visit www.sdopera.org. Photos by Vincent Andrunas. For photos online, visit www.rsfreview.com.

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Wink Optometry has passion for better vision, eye health BY KAREN BILLING Wink Optometry and Eyewear, a “medical practice inside a little boutique,” is celebrating its fifth anniversary in Del Mar this month. The clinic opened its doors on Feb. 5, 2011 in the Del Mar Shopping Center, now anchored by Gelson’s. Owner Dr. Puneh Baha said the business has changed tremendously in the last five years, growing in staff and services offered and in the wider election of eyewear on the retail front. “Our patient base is also much bigger, which is exciting to see,” said Baha, who said she believes their client growth is a reflection of the comforting, welcoming environment they aim to provide. “I’m seeing a lot of patients for the fourth or fifth year so that’s awesome.” Baha said that from a young age she knew she wanted to be some kind of doctor. Her decision to go into optometry was driven by her own personal experience as a child. “I had bad eyes,” Baha said. “When I was 9 years old I got my first pair of glasses and I could finally see leaves on trees, which until then I could only see in my coloring books. It was amazing to me.” Her world had been blurry before her vision was corrected and she became inspired to help others have that same experience. While attending California State University Northridge for her bachelor’s degree in biology, she studied retinoblastoma, a congenital cancer of the eye.

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Dr. Puneh Baha, the owner of Wink Optometry and Eyewear in Del Mar. She then attended Illinois College of Optometry to earn her doctorate, as well as a bachelor’s degree in visual science. Baha has spent her entire career, 16 years, practicing in San Diego. “I love it, I’m very passionate about what I do,” Baha said, noting that she hopes that comes across to her patients. After working in many different clinics, Baha had a strong idea what her own practice should and shouldn’t be. “At Wink, I think we provide an experience rather than just an eye exam,” Baha said.

She said they focus on making patients feel “at home” and comfortable and work to educate patients as much as they can on how to important it is to have their eyes checked, particularly all family members. On the retail side, Wink carries a range of lines from affordable to luxury eyewear brands, including Dita, Sama, Derepage and popular lines such as Dior, Gucci and Tom Ford. “The more luxury brands, as soon as you pick up the frames, you can tell the difference,” Baha said. Baha said her specialty as an optometrist is diagnosing ocular diseases as well as hard-to-fit contact lenses, especially for patients who thought they were never able to wear contacts. She figures out exactly why they are unable to wear contacts, whether it’s dry-eye or different types of corneal issues, and come up with a solution. “Most patients who come to me are really excited because they’ve never been able to wear anything else and suddenly they are,” Baha said. One issue Baha is seeing more of is computer vision syndrome — with all the time spent these days looking at screens of computers and phones, it is putting more strain on people’s eyes leading to deteriorating vision, pressure on eyes and headaches. “We’re finding, in general, people are more nearsighted than they ever were before because of

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Las Patronas Major Beneficiary Reception and Luncheon

he Las Patronas Major Beneficiary Reception and Luncheon was held Jan. 20 at The Marine Room in La Jolla. The event included major beneficiaries, Magnifique 2015 Jewel Ball underwriters, honored guests and Las Patronas members. Las Patronas presented checks to the major beneficiaries of its 2015 Jewel Ball, Magnifique. “Las Patronas is committed to providing

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Las Patronas member Jackie Sheid, Boys and Girls Club of Greater San Diego representatives Michelle Malin and Veronica Baker with Las Patronas members Cathy Maywood and Marie Browning. The club’s grant will be used for a passenger van to transport participants from area schools to their Escondido center.

Las Patronas member Jennifer Kelly with Living Coast Discovery Center representatives Ben Vallejos and Susan Fuller and Las Patronas member Susan Berrera. The Las Patronas money will fund a 15-passenger transit van to bring educational programs to schools.

Las Patronas member Michelle Lanuti, San Diego Zoo representatives Tim Rupe and Karen Isaacs, and Las Patronas members Sherri Machelli and Michell Kearney. The zoo plans to use its gift to buy an ADA-transport vehicle for visitors with disabilities. Chris Shilling and Jennifer Navarra from the Arc of San Diego with their check, which will fund exercise equipment for persons with disabilities.

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With 2015 Jewel Ball chair Cari Massaad standing by, Preuss School principal Scott Barton says the Las Patronas money will buy an eight-passenger van for student athletes.

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Mingei shows collection of historic West African flags FROM MINGEI REPORTS Asafo Flags from Ghana, a recent donation to the Mingei International Museum in Balboa Park, will be on view Feb. 6-July 17 with programs related to the exhibition announced online at mingei.org/calendar. Curated by Christine Heitbrink, these 37 colorful flags from West Africa date to the late 19th and 20th centuries, and feature graphic folk imagery and appliquéd designs over a background of French roller-printed cotton cloth. They were commissioned by organizations known as asafo (companies), whose primary role was to exercise political influence and maintain social codes of conduct among the Akan people. Smaller towns had at least one company, and larger towns up to 14. Akan proverbs are interpreted with imaginative visual form on the flags, in which messages to opponents are displayed, customs are remembered and oral traditions are preserved. Intense rivalry among companies once led to violent confrontations, but today this is channeled into peaceful competitions. Colonial influence can be noted in these flags, derived in part from the display of European flags in the region; indeed, the British Union Jack appears on flags created before Ghana gained its independence in 1957. ■ IF YOU GO: The Mingei museum collects, preserves and exhibits folk art, craft and design from all eras and cultures of the world at 1439 El Prado in Balboa Park. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday. Admission: $7-$10. Free to San Diego residents on third Tuesdays. (619) 239-0003. mingei.org

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t seems this year, more than in others, the traditional seasonal events are symbolized by the animal kingdom: one of the hallowed American traditions, the Super Bowl (Feb. 7) is represented by Broncos and Panthers, while the Chinese Lunar New Year (Feb. 8) has the monkey as its zodiac sign. Whether coincidence or providence, these two colossal events share many similarities, making it easy to blend them into one delicious combination plate. Whether you’re intellectual and intense like Peyton Manning (Denver Broncos’ quarterback) or possess great adeptness and flexibility like Cam Newton (North Carolina’s quarterback) here are some funky culinary suggestions to help you plan a winning Big Game shindig with an Asian inspiration.

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Both events are shrouded in customs and traditions that embrace rituals and superstitions, along with a gustatory orgy as a focal point. Conveniently, Chinese food and Super Bowl fare are meant to be shared family-style. No food groups or flavors are out of bounds, so let the feasting begin with appetizers, such as, sweet and savory dumplings (which may remind you of the pigskin), crunchy, refreshing

hoison lettuce wraps filled with chopped chicken, water chestnuts, scallions and rice noodles, shrimp or vegetable spring rolls, or light and refreshing rice paper wraps (see recipe) dialed up with a tangy soy ginger sauce. Other traditional Chinese New Year delicacies include sweet and spicy prawns or shrimp for liveliness and happiness, dried oysters (or Rocky Mountain oysters for Denver fans) so all good things will come to fruition, and a bountiful fish salad to herald a year of good luck and prosperity, which will be especially true for the winning team. Other foods eaten during the celebration are a whole fish to symbolize togetherness (and teamwork), and a whole chicken for prosperity. Although wings are more game friendly, and can be regionally adapted with either Carolina (vinegar-based) or Colorado (southwest style) barbecue sauces for basting and dipping. Uncut noodles are customarily served for longevity. And, indeed, Peyton is one of the oldest active quarterbacks in the history of the game, turning 40 this year. So noodle up with a chilled buckwheat noodle salad or a lo mein stirfry with chicken, seafood and a load of veggies from pea pods and bean sprouts to red peppers and broccoli florets for a pop of color and an antioxidant oomph. Finally, get your just desserts by serving

Since my culinary Ouija board has laryngitis, and it’s not telling me whether I should be whipping up celebratory fare for Denver or Carolina, I’ll play it safe with these fresh and crunchy Asian rice paper wraps served with your favorite dipping sauces. They’re sure to score points for all your future gatherings.

■ Makes 18 ■ Ingredients: • 1 package of rice paper wrappers • 4 Persian cucumbers, thinly sliced • 3 carrots, thinly sliced • 1 1/2 cups chopped Napa cabbage • 1 cup chopped kale or Brussels sprouts • 2 scallions, diced • 1 avocado, diced • 1/2 inch fresh ginger, minced • 1 handful fresh cilantro, chopped • 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar • Juice from one lemon • 1/2 tablespoon sesame oil • Sea salt to taste ■ Method: Combine vegetables and seasonings in a large mixing bowl. Toss well. One at a time, rinse rice paper under warm water for a few seconds until it softens. Lay on a flat surface. Place about 2 tablespoons of vegetable mixture in the middle of the wrapper. Fold sides inward, then roll from the bottom until a tight wrap is formed. Place single file on a platter. Serve chilled with soy ginger or spicy peanut sauce. homemade, dark chocolate- dipped fortune cookies with creative and fun Confucius-inspired wisdom tucked inside like, “This may be Peyton’s swan song,” “Prosperity

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