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Judge orders property owner to reopen long-shuttered Princess St. beach access BY PAT SHERMAN A San Diego County Superior Court judge has moved for the second time in four months that a La Jolla homeowner must reopen a oncepopular beach access path on his property at the foot of Princess Street. On Nov. 1, and again in a Feb. 14 final judgment action, Superior Court Judge Judith Hayes found that the California Coastal Commission (CCC) may enforce a condition of the development permit it issued for the property in 1979, which requires that the owner

record an easement to restore public access to the coastline below. A path on the property, which had been accessible to the public since 1932, was closed off in 1978 when then property owner Jane Baker built her home on top of it while the original development permit was being challenged in court. Baker never signed a revised permit requiring public access, nor reopened the path. However, she did eventually acknowledge the CCC’s determination. When selling the property to

Chris McKeller in 1989, she required that he acknowledge the CCC’s public access requirement, though McKeller also did not restore beach access. The current property owner, Ure Kretowicz, who purchased the home at foreclosure in 1993, has fought the public access requirement for more than a decade. Kretowicz, who previously told La Jolla Light it would be too dangerous for the public to access

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Two events will mark Paddy’s Day in La Jolla ■ Mary, Star-of-the-Sea Church will host its second St. Patrick’s Day celebration, 6 p.m. Saturday, March 15 at 7725 Girard Ave. The event includes a corned beef and cabbage dinner, music from Highland Way, and a performance by the Rose Ritchie Academy of Irish Dance (with some audience participation). Dinner is $30, but those who wish to come for the band and a beer may arrive after 7 p.m. Tickets for the band only are $10. For reservations, call (858) 4148281 or (858) 454-0349.

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Scott Dodge has been named 2014 Irish Man of the Year and Mary Johnson as 2014 San Diego Woman of the Year by the Irish Congress of Southern California for their legendary community service. They will ride in the 34th annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade Saturday, March 15 in Balboa Park.

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■ The 35th annual St. Patrick’s Day Open Reading of Irish Poetry and Prose, with members of the public reading from their favorite selections by James Joyce, William Butler Yeats, Oscar Fingal O’Flaherty Wills Wilde, George Bernard Shaw, Samuel Beckett, Edmund Burke, Sean O’Casey et al., is set for 7 p.m. (until it ends) Monday, March 17 at D.G.Wills Books, 7461 Girard Ave. La Jolla. Messrs. Guinness and Harp will officiate the proceedings. Free admission. (858) 456-1800. dgwillsbooks.com ◆

Local Irish Congress honors two La Jollans

BY ASHLEY MACKIN cott Dodge, a longtime La Jollan and Irish Congress of Southern California member, has been named “Irish Man of the Year,” and will join the “Irish Woman of the Year” Claudia Jack of Ocean Beach, when they ride on a float in the St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Festival, set for 10:30 a.m. Sunday, March 15 in Balboa Park. They will accompany the Irish Congress’ “San Diego Man of the Year” James Collins of Ramona, and “San Diego Woman of the Year” Mary Johnson of La Jolla, who will also be recognized during the parade. San Diego Mayor Kevin Faulconer will serve

BY ASHLEY MACKIN hen the Irish Congress of Southern California sought to choose a San Diego Woman of the Year to ride in a float during the St. Patrick’s Day Parade, they determined there could be no better choice than Mary Johnson of La Jolla. Since the parade theme is “Celebrating People and Public Service,” the committee reached out to organizations like the Salvation Army to find the volunteer who does the most for others in San Diego. They found Johnson. “The Salvation Army was at the top of our list of

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BY PAT SHERMAN News crews descended on an otherwise quiet La Jolla street last Friday, following what may turn out to be a very sad and most bizarre incidence of elder abuse. Police are investigating allegations that 90-year-old Robert Stella was severely abused by his live-in girlfriend, an alleged homeless woman he befriended years ago, after meeting her in an alley behind Mary Star-of-the-Sea Church, the family said. As of the evening of March 7, no charges had been filed against the girlfriend. The family has given her until the end of the month to vacate the home, in the 6600 block of Avenida de las Pescas. Family members report that the woman, who lived with Stella and was supposedly caring for him, stole money and abused him for years. Stella’s granddaughter, Emily Criscuolo, said the 57-year-old girlfriend also claimed to be her grandfather’s friend and caretaker. “She shut out the family and totally isolated him,” Criscuolo told La Jolla Light. “She has depleted his bank account; she has depleted his health.” Criscuolo said her grandfather, a retired

nuclear physicist and World War II veteran who survived the Battle of the Bulge, has been living in horrible conditions without enough food and water for years. The woman living in the home with him was very controlling and would tie him to a bed when she left the house, the family alleged. Criscuolo said the girlfriend has other people living Robert Stella in the home, including a homeless man staying in a shed in the backyard, and another man living in the house. Animal Control officers confiscated several dogs and cats when they entered the home, as well as the decaying carcass of a dead cat found in the bathroom. “I lived here when I grew up and went to La Jolla High,” Criscuolo said. “This was a beautiful house until she got hold of it, and him.” Robert Stella’s family arrived at the home several weeks ago with police and

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The disturbing conditions inside the home of Robert Stella (pictured) at the time he was taken to a residential care facility last month. COURTESY OF STELLA FAMILY

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FROM BEACH ACCESS, AA1 the beach via the now-eroded bluff on his property — did agree to restore emergency access for lifeguards. He also offered to pay to establish beach access at an alternate site nearby, though the CCC has thus far deemed several alternately proposed access points unfeasible. In her Feb. 14 decision, Hayes states, “Mr. Kretowicz is a prominent real estate developer and was required to investigate any conditions of the sale. The record shows there were public documents evidencing the 1979 permit restrictions on the property.” Hayes denied Kretowicz’s request for declaratory relief, stating that, the statutes of limitation “do not preclude the CCC from enforcing the public access condition. … The passage of time will not legalize ongoing and continuing violations of the permit conditions.” Though Kretowicz was out of the country and unavailable for comment, his attorney, Sherman Stacey, confirmed that he is preparing to appeal the judge’s decision.

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Beach access advocate Melinda Merryweather stands at a bluff-top gate that for nearly 35 years has blocked access to the shoreline below. On Feb. 14, a San Diego County Superior Court Judge issued a final judgment that the property owner must reopen beach access through his land. FILE

The California Coastal Commission is determining whether recent work on this bluff-top home at the foot of Princess Street violates the terms of an agreement it entered into with the property owner last summer. COURTESY FROM ELDER ABUSE, AA1 had him removed by ambulance. He has since been moved to a nearby care facility where he is being treated for severe bedsores. “He is desperate for help; he does not want her to do this to him anymore,” Criscuolo said, noting that the family suspects her grandfather was being drugged. “He was out of it when he was here. The moment he’s been out

of this house, he’s completely clear-minded.” Next-door neighbor Eve Davidson was close to Robert Stella’s widow, Maria, who died of breast cancer in 1995. Davidson said she didn’t realize how severe the situation had become. “I walk around the block every day and I would see Robert out in his wheelchair in the sun and sometimes he was awake and sometimes he was not,” she said. Robert Stella’s son, Ramon

Stella, said a sealed court document the family has learned about could be a marriage certificate between his father and the girlfriend, although he is not yet certain. “The attorneys are going to get a court order to open it up and see what it is,” he said. Ramon Stella said the girlfriend moved into the home about five years ago, and once produced a cable access TV show called “Victoria’s Secret Library,” which

In addition, a CCC field representative visited the Kretowicz property on March 7 to determine whether recent work on the site violates an agreement the property owner entered into with the CCC in August 2013. The agreement included a series of conditions that must be met before specific work may commence, including the construction of a new trellis over the second-story deck, reconstruction of a wall south of the garage, and installation of a new Jacuzzi in the rear yard and solar panels on the roof. San Diego Planning Commission records show that the CCC issued coastal development permits (CDP) to a previous owner for additions and modifications to the existing structure, though it noted that Kretowicz has since made “several improvements, modifications and additions that were constructed without obtaining an amendment to the original CDP.” Kretowicz later filed an application with the CCC to amend the CDP and allow him to proceed with his plans. The CCC tentatively approved the permit amendment request at a hearing in July 2011, although it required that Kretowicz first restore beach access. Attorney Stacey initially told the Light the recent work involved “redecorating the interior and repainting the exterior,” though when pressed, he conceded: “There are some exterior structural things that are happening.” Stacey said the contractor may have started some work “prematurely.” He said his firm is working with the CCC to determine whether the stipulations agreed upon in August have been breached, or whether the recent work exceeded that specified in the agreement. Lisa Haage, the CCC’s chief of enforcement, told the Light the work is most likely unauthorized. The question for the CCC, she said, will be “the extent of the violation.” Marsha Venegas, a local enforcement analyst for the CCC, said the CCC would make a determination based on their site visit this week. ◆

aired on Time Warner Cable in San Diego. “We knew there was something odd going on from the very beginning,” Ramon said. “Who walks up to somebody in an alley and introduces themselves and starts talking to them? It’s not real common.” Ramon Stella said his father would always thank the family for their cautionary advice, though assured them he was all right. Another neighbor told the Light

“the family has been through hell trying to get this woman out of his life. … they have called Adult Protective Services many times, as well as County Animal Control. It looks like the family might finally be able to take control of his life again … but why did it have to take this long?” The Light will follow this story with updates as they become available. ◆ — Susan DeMaggio contributed to this report

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FROM SCOTT DODGE, AA1 as Executive Grand Marshall. Dodge is a 17-year member of the Irish Congress. He said the “Irish Man of the Year” is often affiliated with the organization in some way. In his case, he’s been behind the scenes working on the parade and keeping Irish traditions relevant in his family. His wife, Suzanne, has been the treasurer of the Irish Congress for 10 years. “It takes so much time (to put on the parade) that she didn’t get to see me unless she was helping,” he joked. “So she took on the treasurer’s job and hasn’t been able to let it go since.” The couple’s daughter, Sherry, was San Diego’s “Miss Colleen” in 1999. The pageant strives to cultivate Irish pride in young women, and the winner represents the Congress on a trip to the Emerald Isle. And it’s not just within his own family that Dodge tries to keep Irish traditions alive. Through the festival, he works to bring in younger generations, so they, too, might celebrate their rich heritage. “Many older people feel that a lot of the history and

FROM MARY JOHNSON, AA1 organizations that match the theme because they do a lot of hands-on work to help a lot of people,” said Irish Congress member and Irish Man of the Year Scott Dodge. “Mary’s name popped up as someone who has put in a lot of time for a lot of different causes. When you read her resume, you get tired. She just doesn’t quit. She was a perfect fit for this honor.” Through the Salvation Army, Johnson has volunteered with the following programs: The Adult Rehabilitation Center (ARC) advisory board, a sobriety program that has over 100 participants at a time and is funded by proceeds from retail sales at Salvation Army stores; The Haven program, for pregnant teens and teenage mothers to infants; Transitional Living Center, for women who have been homeless and are transitioning into new housing with up to two children ages 12 and under; the Kroc Center advisory board; and a transitional program for women that have been trafficked. When contacted by La Jolla Light for her

If you go ■ What: St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Festival ■ When: Festival opens at 9 a.m. Parade starts at 10:30 a.m. ■ Where: Sixth Avenue and Juniper Street, north on Fifth Avenue to Upas Street, south on Sixth Avenue, ends at Juniper Street. ■ Highlight: A New York City Fire Department Aerial Ladder Truck that assisted during the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks (and which carries pieces of the World Trade Center and of one of the planes that struck it) will be on display. ■ Information: StPatsParade.org culture has been lost over time, so we try to get kids to participate in the festival and get a feel for it,” he said. “And it’s grown over the years; we went from people walking down the street to 20,000-30,000 people coming downtown. It’s one of the largest one-day events in San Diego.”

thoughts on the recognition she shared her motivation. “When I retired, I decided to start volunteering and I realized the more I do for someone else, the better I feel,” Johnson said. “When we help others that takes the focus off ourselves and we realize how much we have to be grateful for. And when you do something for someone else and you get to see their joy, it’s the best thing in the world. It’s contagious.” In addition to her efforts with the Salvation Army, Johnson tutors children once a week through a program called Uplift. “These children come in not speaking English or coming out of a refugee camp or just have no form of schooling. Suddenly, they’re placed in second or third grade and are trying to catch up on homework without the basics of reading or math,” she said. “Just that hour of tutoring a week gives them a little extra boost.” Last year, two Uplift students were accepted to The Preuss School at UCSD. Further, Johnson has volunteered at a soup kitchen downtown that feeds 75-130 homeless people every week for the last

Dodge said the festival features a Celtic Village reflecting Ireland in the 1600s, with food and people dressed in the garb of the period. There are also booths with information about different historical periods and traditional Irish dancing. There is also a kids’ zone, beer garden and some 50 vendors selling Irish crafts. In addition to his contributions to the parade and festival, Dodge is being recognized for his service work in the community at large. He is president of the Wilcox Foundation, which distributes grants that help at-risk youth and senior citizens, and he helped establish the Pro-Kids Golf Club at Colima Park in the City Heights neighborhood, through which at-risk youth learn to play golf and adopt the lessons learned to life lessons. “In golf, if you accidentally kick your ball, you give yourself a penalty. Hopefully, through that, kids learn professionalism and honesty,” Dodge said. The recently retired attorney previously served on dozens of boards, including the American Lung Association, Easter Seals Society and the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick. He is also a longtime usher at the La Jolla Presbyterian Church. ◆

seven years. Further still, she uses the time at the soup kitchen to connect teenagers from the McAlister Institute (a drug and alcohol treatment center) and a group of parolees from the Lighthouse (a treatment community), many of whom have alcohol or drug issues in their pasts. “They haven’t had experience with giving back, so they help serve soup,” she said. “And after the room is cleaned up, the parolees talk to the kids about what they don’t want to do. They say, ‘Don’t do what we did,’ explaining why they would want to stay sober and stay in school. “It’s funny, I used to be president of the La Jolla Debutante Ball committee and I loved that too … but now I am doing hands-on work with kids that have lived lives that are unimaginable to me — to most people in La Jolla. “Really, no matter what your background is — whether you are wealthy and from La Jolla or poor from the inner city and in a gang — people are the same everywhere, and people take different paths to what think will make them happy.

“I know people who seem to have everything and who really aren’t that happy. They are always jockeying for status — saying I wrote this or I have a bigger house — because that is their idea of being happy. But there is always somebody out there who has more money than you or is better at something than you are. I see people who want more more more more, but that is not the answer.” In her career as a director of contracts and marketing, Johnson said she was once one of them, competing for money and success. She was the youngest – and only female – director at a corporation, which she was sure, would make her happy. It didn’t. “I didn’t like some aspects of myself, I was so hard-edged. I had feelings, but I kept them in,” she recalled. “When I started volunteering, the anger and cynicism I’d developed fell away and now I live in a place of joy.” Johnson is the wife of artist George Johnson. They have a daughter and refer to many of the young people in their live as their “kids.” ◆

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Time for Kindergarten Registration La Jolla Elementary School will hold registration for its kindergarten class of 2014-15, 1:30-3:30 p.m. on two Wednesdays, March 19 and April 16 in the library, 1111 Marine St. An enrollment packet can be picked up in the office in advance to be completed before the registration date. (858) 454-7196.

Thursday, March 13

Lilly Grossman (lower right corner) and about 30 other students met with President Barack Obama as well as astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson and Bill Nye (aka Bill Nye the Science Guy), in the East Room of the White House where several of the videos were screened and the president advocated for better technology in schools. COURTESY

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■ Lilly Grossman hopes to help others with disabilities through her video BY CATHERINE IVEY LEE hile her fellow classmates were experiencing a rare torrential downpour last month, one La Jolla High School junior was having a rare experience of an entirely different kind several times zones away: being recognized at the White House’s inaugural Student Film

Festival. Lilly Grossman, 17, received an honorable mention for her video entry on the use of technology at school, the festival’s topic. The issue is dear to the La Jolla teen, who suffers from a mysterious illness that prevents her from walking and makes speaking difficult, and who relies on technology in many ways. More than 2,500 students from kindergarten to high school entered the competition. At the Feb. 28 event, Lilly and other

■ Sunrise Rotary of La Jolla meets, 6:55 a.m. The Shores Hotel, 8110 Camino Del Oro. $20. (619) 992-9449. ■ Qi Gong, 9:30 a.m. Riford Library, 7555 Draper Ave. Gentle exercises for all ages and abilities. LaJollaLibrary.org or (858) 453-6719. ■ La Jolla Bar Association meets, noon, Manhattan Restaurant, 7766 Fay Ave. David Ruyle, on Integrated Family Estate and Business Income Tax Solutions. No guest charge, $50 annual membership. (858) 551-2440. ■ Pen to Paper writing group meets, noon, Riford Library, 7555 Draper Ave. LaJollaLibrary.org or (858) 552-1657. ■ La Jolla Town Council meets, 5 p.m. La Jolla Rec Center, 615 Prospect St. (858) 454-1444. ■ Art and Architecture dialogue, “Redefining Beauty within the Context of Sustainability” with Ann T. Rosenthal, environmental artist and activist. 7:30 p.m. Athenaeum Music & Arts Library, 1008 Wall St. LJAthenaeum.org/lectures

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student filmmakers were treated to a private meeting with President Barack Obama, who encouraged the group to continue to embrace technology and spoke of the need to increase technology access to all American students. They also attended an Oscarlike celebration that included red carpet interviews by Neil deGrasse Tyson (host of TV’s “Cosmos”) and Bill Nye the Science Guy, and a screening of some

■ La Jolla Golden Triangle Rotary Club Breakfast Meeting, 7:15 a.m. La Jolla Marriott, 4240 La Jolla Village Drive. $20. LaJollaGTRotary.org or (858) 395-1222. ■ La Jolla Newcomers Club presents Coffee Around Town, 10 a.m. Starbucks, 2206 Torrey Pines Road. If you’ve moved to or within the 92037 in the last three years, this is the way to meet friendly people. MUnderkofler@san.rr.com (858) 456-2386. ■ Computer Help Lab, 11 a.m. Riford Library, 7555 Draper Ave. LaJollaLibrary.org or (858) 552-1657. ■ Kiwanis Club of La Jolla meets, noon, La Jolla Presbyterian Church, 7155 Draper Ave. First three meetings free as a member’s guest, then $15. CraigBratlien@gmail.com or (858) 945-2280.

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BY ASHLEY MACKIN Three La Jolla Schools placed in the top 10 at the San Diego County Bar Association (SDCBA) Mock Trials with The Bishop’s School winning first place, La Jolla Country Day School taking third, and La Jolla High School placing seventh. The five rounds, which culminated in a championship round March 1, brought 28 schools from across San Diego to try the fictitious case of People v. Concha. The case involved a high school senior facing one count of possession and sale of a controlled substance, and one count of second-degree murder of a fellow student that may be related to the drug sales. Each of the students was given a role to play in the trial — lawyers, witnesses, and those who give the opening and closing statements. “The Mock Trial Competition affords students the invaluable experience of learning about the law, court procedures and the legal system that guides our country and we are proud to play a role in supporting this type of hands-on learning,” said Jon R. Williams, SDCBA president. The Bishop’s School won four of the last six mock trials in which they participated, and the team of seniors said they learned some surprising skills along the way. “I was a lawyer (in the mock trial) and I knew I might be interested in (studying) law, but I didn’t know what that would entail,” Anna Mischel said. “I didn’t understand the courtroom experience. This was a real opportunity to embed myself in what the experience really is. I mean, I was really in the courtroom SEE MOCK TRIALS, A17

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FROM COMMUNITY CALENDAR, A1 ■ Film Noir screening, “Vertigo” starring James Stewart and Kim Novak, 3 p.m. Riford Library, 7555 Draper Ave. LaJollaLibrary.org (858) 552-1657. ■ Jazz Concert, Shanna Carlson, 7 p.m. La Jolla Community Center, 6811 La Jolla Blvd. $15-20. Presented by the SoCal Jazz Society. RSVP: (619) 857-5487.

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■ Computer Genealogy Society meets, 9 a.m. UCSD, 9500 Gilman Drive. Alice Colby Volkert on “Yours, mine and ours.” Driving directions and additional information:cgssd.org ■ Seniors Computer Group, 9:30 a.m. Wesley Palms, 2404 Loring St., Pacific Beach. Free for guests, $1 monthly membership. (858) 459-9065. ■ Culinary Historians of San Diego meets, 10:30 a.m. San Diego Central Library, 330 Park Blvd. (858) 3498211.

Sunday, March 16

■ San Diego County Diversity and Inclusiveness Group meets to affect a faith-neutral name for the La Jolla December parade, 8:15 a.m. Starbucks, 1055 Torrey Pines Road at Herschel Ave. Free with RSVP: (858) 454-2628 or

hgslajolla@gmail.com ■ La Jolla Open Aire Market, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Girard Avenue at Genter Street. (858) 454-1699. ■ Jazz concert, Randy Brecker, Peter Erskine, Alan Pasqua, and Darek Oles, 7:30 p.m. The Scripps Research Institute, 10640 John J. Hopkins Dr. $30-35. Part of the Athenaeum Jazz at TSRI program. LJAthenaeum.org/jazz

Monday, March 17

■ Ico-Dance class, (low impact, full bodied, expressive dance class for all ages and abilities) 9 a.m. La Jolla Community Center, 6811 La Jolla Blvd. $7 members, $12 non-members. AmandaBanks.com/ ico-dance ■ Raja Yoga class, guided by the Nataraja Yoga and Meditation Center, 4:30 p.m. Congregational Church of La Jolla, 1216 Cave St. Donations accepted. (858) 395-4033. ■ La Jolla Photo Travelers Club, slideshow from Bhutan, an independent Himalayan kingdom that maintains traditional architecture and dress. 7:30 p.m. Wesley Palms, 2404 Loring St., Pacific Beach. ChristaM10@icloud.com

Tuesday, March 18

■ The Boardroom San Diego meets for

those changing careers, 8 a.m. La Jolla Presbyterian Church, 7715 Draper Ave. First three meetings free, then $25 three-month membership. RSVP required: (858) 522-0827 or TheBoardroomSanDiego.org ■ La Jolla Shores Planned District Advisory Board meets, 9 a.m. La Jolla Rec Center, 615 Prospect St. info@lajollacpa.org ■ Rotary Club of La Jolla, noon, La Valencia Hotel, 1132 Prospect St. Lunch $30. (858) 459-1850. ■ Hatha Chair Yoga, 12:30 p.m. Riford Library, 7555 Draper Ave. (858) 552-1657 or LaJollaLibrary.org ■ La Jolla Garden Club meets, 1 p.m. La Jolla Lutheran Church, 7117 La Jolla Blvd. Patrick Anderson, horticulturist and passionate gardener will narrate a slide presentation on the “Secret Gardens of California.” Reception/tea follows. Guests welcome. MTaylor2@san.rr.com or (858) 453-0828. ■ Development Permit Review Committee meets, 4 p.m. La Jolla Rec Center, 615 Prospect St. info@lajollacpa.org ■ Community Balance Class, learn techniques to improve balance 6 p.m. Ability Rehab, 737 Pearl St., Suite 108. Free for MS Society members, $10 for nonmembers. (858) 456-2114. ■ Toastmasters of La Jolla meets 6:30 p.m. La Jolla YMCA Firehouse, 7877 Herschel

Ave. Free for guests, and $85 six-month membership. president@tmlajolla.org ■ Music Lecture, Art and Music of the Renaissance, 7:30 p.m. Athenaeum Music & Arts Library, 1008 Wall St. $20-25. (858) 454-5872.

Wednesday, March 19

■ Kiwanis Club of Torrey Pines meets, 7:15 a.m. Torrey Pines Christian Church, 8320 Scenic Drive North. First two meetings free, then $15. essheridan@aol.com ■ Soroptimist International of La Jolla business meeting, 7:30 a.m. The Shores Restaurant, 8110 Camino Del Oro. $15 per meeting at a three-meeting-a-month minimum; $104 annually. Guests free with RSVP: soroptimistlj@gmail.com ■ Torrey Pines of La Jolla Rotary meets, noon, Rock Bottom Brewery, 8980 La Jolla Village Drive. $20. (858) 459-8912 or GurneyMcM@aol.com ■ Tapping to the Stars, dance classes for women, 12:30 p.m. advanced; 1:30 p.m. beginner. La Jolla YMCA Firehouse, 7877 Herschel Ave. For pricing, e-mail nancy@ tappingtothestars.com ◆ All events are free unless otherwise noted. ■ E-mail Community Calendar items to: ashleym@lajollalight.com The deadline is noon, Thursday.

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of the films on giant screens set up in the East Room. It was a thrilling experience for Lilly and her parents, Steve and Gay, who accompanied her on the trip. While Lilly’s film was not aired, she appeared in a montage of the winning films. And for her, the day produced its own highlight reel. “My top three highlights were being able to ride in President Obama’s elevator that he rides every day to go to work, having the President grin at me when he came in, and seeing the other students’ videos,” Lilly recalled. Unlike some of the filmmakers, who used technology to document school gun violence or to produce new robots, Lilly’s use of technology is not an extracurricular activity. Since her earliest months, she has suffered from an undiagnosed condition marked by weak muscles and poor balance that affects her ability to move easily, including to walk. She has difficulty writing. For much of her life, she

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has been awakened by powerful seizure-like tremors, up to 30 a night. The fits sap her limited energy and leave her exhausted. Lilly’s physical disabilities make life — and school — a challenge. Yet, with the right technology, she has been able to communicate more effectively and to demonstrate her cognitive abilities, which are unaffected by her illness. It has also enabled her to attend her local high school and to experience school in the same way as other students. In the two-and-a-half-minute video she filmed with help from friends, Lilly offers a simple look at her tech lifelines. She is seen with her laptop on which she takes notes, corresponds with teachers and uses specialized software to do math. The film shows how technology literally moves her: Lilly travels to school in her family’s wheelchair-accessible van and navigates around campus in a motorized chair. In one scene, Lilly uses FaceTime, live video communication that enables her

to connect with the classroom on days she’s too ill to attend in person. In another, Lilly keeps up with friends through texting and social media sites. Via e-mail, the honors student explained why she entered the contest. “Throughout the filming of the video, I just thought that I’m doing this for the boy or girl who needs special computer software or FaceTime for when they’re home sick from school,” she wrote. “I want to help them because neither I nor my parents had any guidance on what math software to have me use and it’s extremely time consuming to find just the right type. I want to minimize the time spent searching so they can just focus on learning and doing well in school.” Despite her illness, Lilly refuses to be defined by it. She appears just too busy. The White House recognition is just the latest of a string of accomplishments and good news. She is an editor at her school newspaper and last fall was crowned her class’s

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homecoming princess. An aspiring writer, Lilly selfpublished a novel through Amazon.com last fall. “The Girl They Thought They Never Knew” tells the story of a girl who miraculously recovers from a prolonged illness. She has even written an op-ed for the La Jolla Light newspaper about the need to improve handicap access at La Jolla High School, an issue that she’s been working on for a year, and for which she’ll soon receive the Girl Scouts’ top award. She is a National Charity League member and recently began an internship at the biotech company Illumina. Progress has also been made in understanding her illness. In 2012, Lilly’s entire genome was sequenced and analyzed as part of a study at the Scripps Translational Science Institute. The testing revealed two rare genetic mutations, one responsible for her tremors, the other for her muscle weakness. Lilly’s medical team is using the information to change her treatment. Her night tremors have partially subsided; she currently wakes up only

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Grossmans have shared Lilly’s unique story in hopes of inspiring others whose conditions elude diagnosis. Lilly has been featured in national publications, on television, at genomics conferences, and in a book and a documentary about rare diseases. The stories serve another purpose of equal importance to Lilly’s

parents, who have been her tireless advocates and champions for 17 years. “They let people know that Lilly is actually a productive member of society,” Gay said. Lilly’s White House video, which can be viewed online, is set to a song called “Hall of Fame.” It’s an inspiring tune with lyrics that urge listeners not to

wait for luck to find them but to strive to be the best they can be now. One day, it asserts, hard work will bring recognition. The message was not lost on Lilly’s family and friends who posted their support online. “Lilly!” wrote one. “You are amazing and you are in the Hall of Fame.” ◆

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UCSD symposium marks NAFTA’s 20th year University of California President Janet Napolitano; Peter Cowhey, dean of UCSD’s School of International Relations and Pacific Studies; and UCSD graduate Antonio Ortiz-Mena, a member of Mexico’s NAFTA negotiation team PAT SHERMAN

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Martha “Prudy” Prudence Harper Wyle 1932 – 2014

Prudy Wyle was born in Independence, MO, on June 7, 1932, and passed away February 27, 2014. Her parents were Lyndon Wesley Harper and Helen Abigail (Smith) Harper. Prudy earned a Bachelor’s degree in Education from Kansas University where she was a member of Delta Gamma Sorority. She did her graduate studies at Lexington Theological Seminary. She married

Dr. Ewart Herbert Wyle in Independence, MO, on June 12, 1959, where her father performed the ceremony. They moved to La Jolla, CA, in July where the two of them came to start Torrey Pines Christian Church. Prudy served a total of 25 years as the Director of Christian Education and was also a choir director with her talent and music background. The chapel at Torrey Pines Christian Church was dedicated and named for Prudy and Ewart Wyle. Prudy was also a member of the P.E.O. Sisterhood. Prudy was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Ewart Wyle; her aforementioned parents; two brothers, Robert and Kenneth; and grandson, Ewart Wyle, III. She is survived by her sister, Ruth (Jack) Burroughs; son, Dr. Ewart (Barbara) Wyle Jr.; and grandchildren, Patrick (Nancy) Wyle, Bradley (Marie) Wyle and Michelle (Edward) Gergurich; 12 great-grandchildren; and 3 great-great-grandchildren.

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Tina A. Grifﬁn 1956 – 2014

Tina was born in San Francisco on March 12, 1956. She died suddenly of a hemorrhagic stroke on January 28, 2014. Tina moved to San Diego in 1990 to continue her academic work. She received her Associates Degree from Mira Mar College, and graduated from San Diego State University, summa cum laude, with honors in Comparative Literature. Her rich alto voice gave a sparkle to her roles with Comic Opera and holiday quartets. A Celebration of Life will be held March 22, 2014, in San Rafael, CA. Please sign the guest book online at www. legacy.com/obituaries/ lajollalight.

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BY PAT SHERMAN Janet Napolitano, who became the University of California system’s 20th president last year, was in La Jolla March 6 for a symposium at UC San Diego to mark the 20th year since implementation of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). Addressing more than 300 people at the Sanford Consortium on the UC San Diego Campus, Napolitano touted the newly instituted UC-Mexico Initiative, which sets aside $5 million to provide counseling and financial aid for students living in the United States without residency or citizenship. Some feared that Napolitano — who served as U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security (2009-2013) — might be less than supportive of the minority student population, given her former role in enforcing immigration. Although her visits to other campuses in the UC system, including a stop at UC Berkeley in February, drew protests, the Sanford Consortium event proceeded without incident. Napolitano said the UC system and Mexico “stand at the beginning of a long learning journey. Who knows where we will end up, but even if the destination is unknown the journey will be informative and transformative,” she said. “We should have, not only a desire and will to do this, but a sense of urgency in getting it done now.” UCSD Chancellor Pradeep Khosla noted that Mexico is currently the world’s 15th largest economy and is projected to be among the top 10 economies in the world by 2050. “It just makes logical sense that, being our neighbor to the south, we really have a very deep working relationship (with Mexico),” he said, noting the efforts of UCSD’s Center for U.S.-Mexican Studies, founded more than three decades ago. “Mexico graduates more engineers than the state of California — and that is really significant, because if you look at the U.S. economy it’s been driven mainly by science and technology,” Khosla said. Khosla said a discussion of NAFTA — the controversial trade pact between Canada, Mexico, and the United States (signed in 1992 by President George H.W. Bush) — was “extremely relevant 20 years ago and equally relevant, if not more so, today.” NAFTA was designed to integrate the economies of the three countries, eliminating barriers to trade and investment. While it has boosted economic interaction, NAFTA has had its downside, including a loss of U.S. manufacturing jobs, the exploitation of

Mexican labor and loss of jobs for Mexican farmers. Antonio Ortiz-Mena, a UCSD graduate, member of Mexico’s NAFTA negotiation team and Head of Section for Economic Affairs at the Embassy of Mexico in the United States, recalled the infamous “giant sucking sound” 1992 presidential candidate Ross Perot that warned people NAFTA would create as the pact sent U.S. jobs to Mexico, where labor was less expensive. “At the same time,” Ortiz-Mena added, “some groups in Mexico also feared a sucking sound, but in the exact opposite direction. They thought that Mexico would lose jobs because U.S. corporations were larger and had easy access to capital and technology. “There was no precedent for such a farreaching trade agreement between a developing country and two developed countries,” he said. Though Ortiz-Mena said assessing NAFTA has become “somewhat of a cottage industry,” he added when judged on its initial goals, including expanding and securing a market for the goods and services produced by each country and ensuring a predictable, commercial framework for business, planning and investment, that NAFTA had been “a clear success.” “Intra-NAFTA trade was Janet about $288 billion in 1993 Napolitano and it is now over $1 trillion,” he said. “Bilateral trade between Mexico and the U.S. went from about $80 billion to about $500 billion annually, which is about $1 million per minute. … By the time I’m finished speaking, about $10-$15 million in bilateral trade will have taken place.” Ortiz-Mena said today Mexico is the U.S.’s third-largest trade partner and its second-largest export destination. The U.S. exports more to Mexico than to Japan and China combined, and more than to the BRIC countries (Brazil, Russia, India and China) combined, he said. “The success of NAFTA was largely the result of the rules of the agreement, but particularly the trade and investment decisions made by business leaders during these past two decades,” Ortiz-Mena said. “If we are to take North American integration and competitiveness to the next level, we need to have a much stronger and proactive engagement between the public and the private sector, and to truly think and act regionally.” ◆

La Jolla Community Planning Association BY PAT SHERMAN Members of the La Jolla Community Planning Association (LJCPA) — a membership organization that makes land use recommendations to the San Diego City Council — elected seven board trustees during its March 6 meeting at the La Jolla Rec Center, and recommended permit approvals for two residential projects. Elected to serve three-year terms were Bob Collins and Alex Outwater (who both serve on the LJCPA’s Development Permit Review subcommittee) and writein candidates Jim Ragsdale, Rob Whittemore (a former LJCPA trustee) and Robert Mapes (who will serve the remainder of an open trustee term expiring in

March 2015). LJCPA Second Vicepresident Joe LaCava and trustee Jim Fitzgerald were each re-elected to serve another three-year term. Though LaCava and Fitzgerald have served the maximum six consecutive years allowed on the board — and would have otherwise been termed out — LJCPA bylaws allowed them to seek another term because there were not enough candidates to fill open slots on the board. Per the association’s bylaws, each had to receive more than two-thirds of the vote to exceed term limits. The LJCPA board is comprised of 18 trustees. Ballots were counted and tallied by the LJCPA’s elections committee (chaired by trustee Janie Emerson). Results become final March 13, if no challenges are filed by then. Trustees will be seated at the beginning of the April 3 meeting.

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■ Bylaws Review: At the suggestion of former LJCPA trustee

La Jolla Community Planning Association’s outgoing board president Tony Crisafi (left) and treasurer Jim Fitzgerald were thanked for their service as officers. Crisafi terms out of the board this month. Though Fitzgerald was elected to another trustee term, he relinquishes his role as secretary. COURTESY PHOTOS Mike Costello, members voted to open a discussion about the group’s bylaws (which allow for them to be amended during the group’s annual elections meeting). Costello cited several examples of how he believes trustees are not adhering to LJCPA bylaws — chief among his grievances was his claim that the president and trustees did not do enough to solicit new members to the board, which he said led to the candidate shortage that allowed two current trustees to run for third terms.

Costello said suggestions that the LJCPA may be straying from its bylaws often lead to friction. “If you don’t like these bylaws, if you don’t want to abide by these bylaws, now is your chance,” he said. Costello also said the LJCPA’s ad hoc committee on short-term rentals included four people involved in that industry. “What on Earth is that if not direct economic interest and conflict of interest?” Costello questioned, noting that the committees are appointed by the LJCPA president

and ratified by board trustees. He said the short-term rental committee members were not ratified by the LJCPA’s board of trustees, as required in the bylaws. “Does it mean that members of subcommittees are the instrument of the president, or of the board of trustees,” he said, holding up a printed copy of the LJCPA bylaws. “This says board of trustees.” Incoming trustee Rob Whittemore, who noted his service on the LJCPA board the last time its bylaws received “fundamental” revisions, said the bylaws had been altered to make meetings more fair by adopting the Brown Act — the state’s open meeting law — though it was not required because the LJCPA is advisory and not a legislative body. Whittemore said that by adopting these “doctrines of fairness and openness” it is “easier for the San Diego City Council to defer to the decisions made by the LJCPA.”

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Retired naval pilot’s thriller delves into Iranian nuclear program BY PAT SHERMAN t’s been more than two decades since La Jollan and New York Times Bestselling author William “Bill” LaBarge penned his last book. Now, the former Top Gun is back in top literary form with a new political thriller based on the controversy surrounding Iran’s nuclear weapons program. “This was probably the hardest book I’ve written due to the research (required),” said LaBarge, who spent 23 years in the Navy and two decades after as a pilot for Southwest Airlines (from which he retired last summer). His previous books, including “Sweetwater Gunslinger 201,” “Hornet’s Nest” and “Road to Gold,” were largely based on his real-life exploits as a Navy fighter pilot involved in the Iranian hostage crisis and other covert operations in the Persian Gulf. For his latest, “Lightning Strikes Twice,” LaBarge had to get up to speed on combat drones and dry deck shelters — removable modules attached to a submarine that allow divers to covertly enter and exit the vessel while it is submerged. LaBarge traveled to Creech Air Force Base in Clark County Nevada (near Las Vegas) to learn how combat drones are operated remotely. “I have a friend who flies the drones that attacked the targets in Afghanistan … so I had to go up there and talk to them to make sure that my facts were on target,” he said, noting that he also worked with Navy SEALS to learn how dry deck shelters work, and pored over declassified (though not widely available) files related to the Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant and Iran’s uranium enrichment program. Construction on the plant began

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LJCPA trustee and Development Permit Review committee chair Paul Benton assists architect Patrick McInerney with visuals to support his project at Park Row and Silverado Street. PAT SHERMAN reconfiguration of the ad hoc committee that includes: LJCPA trustees Helen Boyden (as chair), Jim Fitzgerald and Bob Steck, and stakeholders Mike Costello (who opposes short-term rentals in the community) and Heather Weiermann, president of the San Diego Vacation Rental Managers Alliance. “We will all come to the group

without preformed opinions and we will listen to the testimony and come forth with various recommendations based on what information is brought before the committee,” Boyden assured. “The committee has already had three meetings. A lot of these issues and concerns have already been aired and it is time to move on and get some recommendations.”

Dan Courtney, who formerly served on the ad hoc committee and owns and manages shortterm rental homes in La Jolla, said he volunteered for the group because he felt his expertise would be helpful. He recused himself from the group a month ago, he said. Weiermann, who volunteered to serve on the committee, defended

her continued presence on it. “We do manage vacation homes here in La Jolla, but we do really care about our community,” she said. “We don’t allow party houses, we don’t allow events and we have rules and restrictions.” Trustee Phil Merten advised attendees to remember that discussions taking place at the subcommittee level are only recommendations to the LJCPA. “This being a significant issue, I’m sure there will be a full hearing in this room,” he said. “This board will be the decision maker on this issue.” LaCava said the point of a stakeholders committee is for people like Weiermann and Costello to discuss their opposing concerns. “If you want to get change down at city hall, come up with a solution that has the broad consensus that the whole community is buying into,” LaCava said. “It makes it real easy for city hall to adopt it.” The motion to approve the

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class, so the team changes every year. But they were up against Mock Trial teams that have repeatedly competed together. “For all of us, being first timers, the competition came down to how often and how well we practiced, since we were all rookies,” Christopher Moorad said. “This might be our only experience with the law, so it’s cool to be able to do this even if we intend to go into another field.” The Bishop’s team members included Dan Forssman, Joseph Oh, Elizabeth Case, Meghan Engh, Celeste Crawford, Anna Mischel, Alina Pham, Jenny Chen, Richard Del Rios, Alex Kilman, Tina Huang, Adi Chang, Gabe Martinez, Chris Moorad, Nicholas Gibbons and Ben Higgs. Though La Jolla Country Day is one of those schools with teams that have worked together for years, this is the highest they’ve placed. Faculty Advisor Jonathan Shulman said two seniors have been in the group since they were freshmen — Sonya Jacobs and Alejandra Lamarque. He added that because the mock trial is not affiliated with a class, the enormous amount of time the students commit, including lunch and weekend meetings (since they get the case details in September), was an impressive factor in their success. “We couldn’t be more thrilled with what the kids did,” Shulman said. “I’m almost sad our senior members are graduating.” ◆

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■ Increasing the speed limit will cause automobiles to drive even faster. ■ Increasing the speed limit will increase accidents. ■ Reducing the speed limit will slow the speed of traffic.

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lthough widely perceived to be true, these are all myths not supported by the facts. Most state and local agencies use the 85th percentile speed of free flowing traffic as the basis in establishing speed limits. What this means is that 85 percent of the traffic is traveling at or below this speed. Depending on the specific traffic question at issue, every 5, 7 or 10 years, the California Vehicle code Section 40802 requires state and local agencies to re-evaluate nonstatutory speed limits on segments of their roadways that have undergone a significant change in roadway characteristics or surrounding land use since the last review. If a speed study shows the 85th

percentile is driving faster than the posted speed limit, the speed limit on the road can no longer be enforced using radar. Over the last few months, there have been many recommendations by the city to increase the speed limit on roads throughout our community. This has led to a lot of uprising by local neighbors who incorrectly assume that increased speed limits will have many negative results.

The statistics show that people regulate their speeds according to road design and drive no faster than they feel is a safe speed. For instance, if the roads are narrow, they tend to drive slower. If there is an obstacle in front of them, like a traffic circle, they slow down. Drivers “vote with their feet,” states the Institute of Transportation Engineers. In addition, their evaluation of the studies, including data from the

U.S. Department of Transportation, has shown “crash rates are lowest at around the 85th percentile. ” According to the Southern California Automobile Association, “Before- and after-studies consistently demonstrate that there are no significant changes in traffic speeds following the posting of new or revised speed limits. Furthermore, no published research findings have established any direct relationship between posted speed limits and accident frequency.” Contrary to popular belief, according to the California Department of Transportation, “Studies have show that establishing a speed limit at less than the 85th percentile (Critical Speed) generally results in an increase in accident rates.” In other words, if a speed limit increase is necessary to correctly reflect the 85th percentile, then the road is safer at that speed than at the previously posted speed limit below the 85th percentile. If you would like to comment on traffic related issues in La Jolla, I recommend getting on our e-mail list: ljsa.org/lists ◆

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Hydrants d that h glittered li d gold ld may have been a message Rules are necessary to assure order in our city, yet after reading the Feb. 27 La Jolla Light article, “City says La Jolla’s gold hydrants are act of vandalism,” a question arises: WHY would one spend time to paint eight hydrants?! What if this act had a noble intent to remind us that water — a life producing as well as life preserving element — is more precious than gold? As one spirited being (perhaps Mark Twain himself) put it: “Whiskey is for drinking; water is for fighting over!” A city budget is not meant to be used for frivolous spending (at least not in theory), so is there any chance city officials would take another look before authorizing a painful

ai these he h yd cial ally ly expense to repaint hydrants — especially when the citizenry is faced with a severe drought and costly water bills? A more creative solution (respecting safety measures, yet saving precious funds) would be appreciated. Here are a few inspirational quotes that could be applied to the situation from men whose wisdom is respected throughout the history of humanity: ■ “The Golden Rule is that there are no rules.” — George Bernard Shaw. ■ “Any fool can make a rule, and any fool will mind it.” — Henry David Thoreau. ■ “The greatest crimes are not committed by people breaking rules, but by people following rules. It’s the people who follow rules that drop bombs and massacre villages.” — Banksy A final thought: “Vandal” refers to one who ignorantly destroys/disfigures that which is beautiful/artistic. Dear taxpayers, did you find those hydrants were more beautiful before or now, painted gold? Jaruska Solyova LA JOLLA RESIDENT SINCE 1986

Tony Crisafi’s i fi’ land-use l d views i have served La Jolla well On behalf of the La Jolla Town Council, I would like to thank Tony Crisafi for his long association with La Jolla Community Planning Association as a trustee and now as outgoing president. In Tony’s distinguished tenure he was always a voice of reason and an expert on land management affairs, presenting compelling, cogent briefs and welcoming all points of view. Tony’s leadership and knowledge granted many gifts to La Jolla, in terms of thoughtful adherence to the General Plan and to land use within the La Jolla Community Plan boundaries. He will be greatly missed. ◆ Cindy Greatrex LA JOLLA TOWN COUNCIL PRESIDENT ■ Letters to the Editor for publication should be 250 words or less, and sent by e-mail to sdemaggio@lajollalight.com Please include the full name of the sender, city of residence and phone number for verification.

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BY PAT SHERMAN

“ I’m having a severe problem getting paid by this company.” “ They’re hanging up on me; saying the owner is out of town.” “ I trusted them.”

James Hall stood in front of Winchell Jewelry Designs on Wall Street for nearly two weeks in November 2013 to call attention to his dispute with the store owner. The pair hope to resolve the issue in court on April 10. PAT SHERMAN his ring he was told it was on a “jewelry road show” where it was being shown to potential buyers (again, without his consent). Hall said that when he visited the store again in October, Winchell told him a buyer willing to pay more than $10,000 for the ring had placed a $5,000 down payment on it (though Hall said he received no money at that time). To date, Hall claims he has not gotten his ring back, nor been paid anything for it. Approached by the Light at his store in November, Winchell conceded that he had not yet paid Winchell for the ring, “because people are making payments on it,” he said. “It’s on layaway.” Asked for further comment, Winchell said, “I would rather talk to a judge and have the courts handle it.” In a letter to the local BBB office responding to Hall’s complaint, Winchell said he sold the ring for $9,000, though added, “I cannot pay Mr. Hall until I have received full payment on this ring due to store policy.” Hall filed a claim for $10,000 against Winchell in small claims court (the maximum allowed), claiming that, “he altered and sold the ring without my permission.” Winchell postponed the initial court date,

and it has been rescheduled for April 10.

To hell in a handbag

La Jolla resident Teresa Meng says she left several high-ticket, designer items to be sold at Vintage Hollywood Consignment (located at 7920 Ivanhoe Ave. before the business abruptly closed its doors last year, and its remaining inventory was sold at auction). Meng said she left Louis Vuitton purses, clothes and other designer accessories to be sold at the shop. Meng said the owner, Mary Amber Dupree, came to her home and selected the items she thought she could sell, and the two signed a consignment contract outlining the percentage Meng was to be paid. “Every time an item would sell she would say that she had to lower the price, so she would only give me a fraction of the promised price — without my consent,” Meng said. “We started to get into arguments. … When I was ready to pick up all my stuff, she disappeared and my Louis Vuitton purses were gone.” Meng took Dupree to small claims court, wining a judgment for more than $2,200 on her original claim of $10,000. According to the complaint, Meng sued for

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uring the past five months, La Jolla Light has received several complaints about consignment and resale businesses. Alleged problems include: delayed or partial payment; being paid less than an amount agreed upon in a contract; not having items returned to the owner upon request; or having gems in jewelry pieces swapped for cheaper grade stones or altered without the owner’s consent. The consignors — those who place items such as jewelry, clothes or designer purses in the hands of another to sell (the consignee), but retain ownership until the goods are sold — are also quick to note, however, previous exchanges and successful transactions with reputable consignment businesses operating in La Jolla. A common thread among those interviewed for this story and who experienced problems was the stream of excuses as to why property had not been returned or, if sold at consignment, why the owner had not been paid. For nearly two weeks last November, retired sheet metal worker James Hall stood in front of Winchell Jewelry Designs (aka Winchell Designs) on Wall Street, brandishing a large sign that alleged, “Karl Winchell stole my $13,000 ring.” In complaints filed with both the California Attorney General’s office and the San Diego Better Business Bureau (BBB), Hall states that in May 2013, he left a diamond engagement ring he purchased for more than $13,200 with Winchell, to be sold for a minimum of $8,000. Hall said when he phoned Winchell a month later to tell him he had a potential buyer for the ring who wished to stop by and see it, Winchell told him it was on display in the front window of the business. However, Hall said that when he and the buyer arrived, the ring was not there. He said Winchell told him it had been sent to a business for laser enhancement to increase its marketability (without Hall’s consent). Hall said when he called next at the end of summer to inquire again about

“breach of contract” and “fraud.” “When I went to collect, she was nowhere to be found. In her bank account — I levied it — there was only $130, so that’s how much I got.” Another La Jolla woman who left items with Vintage Hollywood Consignment (but asked that her name not be used) said she left about $20,000 worth of merchandise at the store, including Chanel shoes, a designer purse and other items, though she alleged Dupree only paid her $400 before closing shop, and none of her property was returned. “(At one point) she told me someone had come into the store and stolen some of my property,” the woman said, noting that the contract she signed stated that as the consignor she was responsible for her own insurance — and to her dismay, she later realized was not covered for the loss by her homeowners policy. The woman filed a complaint with the San Diego City Attorney’s office, though she was told the matter was considered a civil case because more victims were needed to pursue criminal charges. The owner of the property, La Jolla Pacific, LLC filed suit against Dupree in San Diego Superior Court in August for nonpayment of rent on the consignment space (unlawful detainer). Kathryn Lange Turner, a deputy city attorney with the City Attorney’s Consumer and Environmental Protection Unit, confirmed that her office received the second woman’s complaint, though she said they are viewing the matter as a business failure, and not a theft. “The decision to consign an item is a business decision and unfortunately there are risks associated with all business decisions,” Turner said. “Our recommendation to possible victims of a business failure is to seek the advice of a civil attorney for a possible civil court action.” Turner said analyzing whether a loss in connection with a business failure might also be a crime can be difficult to discern. “If it’s a crime, they’ll need evidence that (the business) intentionally closed and intentionally were withholding the property, and (that is) theft,” Turner said. “We need that strong evidence of intent to ‘permanently deprive’ — words used under the penal code — the true owner of the property.”

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FROM PLANNERS, A14 reconfiguration of the ac hoc stakeholders committee on short-term rentals was approved 12-2-3. ■ Two-on-Three: An application to demolish an existing single-family residence on three lots at 251 Rosemont St. and construct two 1,877-square-foot homes there (each with roof decks) evoked a discussion of whether the project would result in precedent-setting densities in a residential zone. Last month, the Development Permit Review (DPR) committee voted not to approve a coastal development permit for the project, because it could result in densities exceeding that allowed by the La Jolla Community Plan. The applicant is seeking a coastal development permit through the city’s Sustainable Building Expedite Program, which shortens the time in which a project is approved for incorporating solar panels

FROM CONSIGNMENTS, A19 Turner said the city attorney’s office successfully prosecuted two consignment shops for criminal activity in La Jolla — one in 2000 (La Jolla Consignment) and another in 2003 (Designer Consignor) — though she said there haven’t been any consignment prosecutions in La Jolla since. “We have business failure complaints that we haven’t even filed on because we just don’t have evidence of a crime,” Turner said. “We always leave open the possibility of new evidence being uncovered or brought to our attention.”

Consumer recourse? Turner suggests that victims of possible consignment scams fill out a complaint form available on the city attorney’s website (see sidebar). She also suggests victims file a police report and obtain an incident number. Before entering into a consignment agreement, Turner said, a consignor should make sure they have a signed consignment contract and receipt, plus photographs of items left with the consignee, serial numbers (if available) and copies of an appraisal (for highend items).

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Attorneys Robert L. Hyde and

and other eco-friendly components. DPR Chair Paul Benton said he was ultimately concerned that the applicant could sell off the property as three developable lots (increasing density). Representing the applicant, real estate attorney Matt Peterson said the owners have “no current plans” to develop the third and middle lot — an assertion trustee Nancy Manno said “seems to be very disingenuous.” “They’re going to put grass in the middle (of the dwellings) and make it look nice,” Peterson said. “They don’t know what they’re going to do with the middle lot in the future — if anything.” Trustee Fitzgerald asked whether the three lots together would exceed density allowed in the community plan if and when the third lot is developed. “That’s a good question,” Peterson said. “If a third house were to be developed, the permit would have to be amended.” Peterson said he doesn’t believe the recommended density of the entire

Abbas Kazerounian, adjunct professors at California Western School of Law in San Diego, teach a course in consumer law. Above all, they stress that consignment agreements are contracts, and the consumer (consignor) should always request one in writing. “I see no reason why enforcing a consignment agreement would be any more difficult than enforcing any other contract,” Hyde said. They suggest a consignment agreement/contract clearly state: the business’ responsibility in case of damages to the goods or theft; the consignment shop’s fees or their percentage of the sale price; who pays for shipping and promotional responsibilities (where applicable); and that the product is returned to the consignor in the event of a bankruptcy or closure on the part of the consignment shop. “If the company goes bankrupt, the effect, more times than not, (is that) the creditors of the consignment shop will take ownership of all the products (as collateral) and … and the consignor can be left in the cold because they did not have a secure debt,” Hyde said. Though most reputable consignment shops have their own contract forms, Kazerounian urged, “Don’t always accept what

community should be imposed on each individual lot throughout the community. “Even on this very street you’ve got houses that are crossing lot lines where it doesn’t meet the density requirement,” he said. “So, it’s a mix. You look at a community as a whole.” Trustee LaCava said he was leaning toward not liking the project but noted that it would be built on legal lots. “As much as I don’t like it, based on the fact that they are three legal lots … and based on (DPR Chair Paul) Benton’s representation that the project otherwise conforms to the code, then the findings can be made to approve the project,” LaCava said. It was approved by a vote of 9-4-1. ■ Park Row a Go: LJCPA trustees also approved a coastal development permit to demolish a home at 1228 Park Row and construct a 9,425-square-foot single-family residence and detached guest quarters in its place. Though the DPR voted against

the project last month, after hearing architect Patrick McInerney’s new presentation, the LJCPA approved it by a vote of 11-4-1. The project, which also fronts Silverado Street, includes a garage, is “set down into the earth to reduce its impact,” and features a “meadow roof” on the guest quarters with wildflowers, to reduce its visual impact on the neighborhood, McInerney said. ■ AT&T Project Pulled: The LJCPA’s consent agenda — including several project proposals either approved or denied at the subcommittee level — was ratified, with the exception of a AT&T’s plans to construct a wireless communications facility in Cliffridge Park (pulled by La Jolla Shores Association President Tim Lucas). ◆ — La Jolla Community Planning Association will next meet at 6 p.m. Thursday, April 3 at the Rec Center, 615 Prospect St.

Where to file a consignment complaint: Consignment or resale theft should be reported online to the following agencies:

■ San Diego City Attorney: bit.ly/CAcomplaint ■ San Diego Police: bit.ly/SDPDcomplaint ■ Better Business Bureau: bbb.org/sandiego

Before consigning goods for sale: ■ Check out several consignment shops; compare industry rates for the items you wish to sell; obtain a carefully worded consignment contract and receipt for your items; take photographs of your items; record any serial numbers; obtain an appraisal.

Items to add to a consignment contact: ■ The consignment shop’s responsible for damage or theft; the shop’s fee or percentage of sales; who pays for insurance on the item; a provision that the product returns to the owner in the event of the shop’s closure or bankruptcy. the shop gives you, because everything is negotiable. There is nothing to say that a consumer cannot negotiate their own consignment contract. “Maybe the shop won’t do business with you, but maybe there’s another consignment store where you can negotiate,

and you can get the best bargain.” Consignors may also visit the BBB’s website in advance to view a consignment shop’s rating or see if there are complaints filed with the BBB against it. “We do have some that don’t have good grades,” San Diego BBB

President and CEO Sheryl Reichert said. “We have some that are accredited (by the BBB), and if a consignment shop is accredited we will assist the consignor in a dispute resolution all the way through arbitration if necessary.” When comparing consignment shops, Reichert said the BBB suggests asking how long the store has been in business and what their consignment terms are. The more expensive an item is, the more thorough a contract should be — potentially requiring the services of an attorney to assure every ‘i’ is dotted and every ‘t’ crossed, Hyde said. Those who have a high-end good in dispute should contact an attorney for a free consultation, Hyde said. “Chances are they may take it on contingency,” he said. “Reputable attorneys offer a free consultation, and small claims court is always an option.” According to San Diego Police officer Sophia Martinez with SDPD’s Department of Vice Permits and Licensing, shops selling tangible items (typically higher-end items or those with serial numbers such as precious gems, silver, gold and electronics — as opposed to clothes and books) are required to obtain a Secondhand Dealer license from the California Department of Justice (JUS-125). ◆

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BOYS TENNIS: La Costa Canyon High School Mavericks 12, La Jolla Country Day School Torreys 6

La Jolla Country Day seeks to ‘grind it out’ in pursuit of CIF title BY ED PIPER The La Jolla Country Day School Torreys tennis team took a walloping on their home court from Division II power La Costa Canyon High Mavericks, 12-6, March 4, but the Torreys look on track to be in their own Division III CIF Final again this spring if all indications hold out. Other than four seniors graduated last year, it’s the same team that won the division title in 2013, averred sixth-year head coach Joslynn Burkett, a CIF singles champ and Player of the Year herself in her playing days as a Torrey. Country Day (1-1 at this early juncture in the season) seems plenty serious in their pursuit of excellence, but they apparently enjoy the ride as well. Said Ethan Krant, who plays doubles, one of only two seniors on this year’s squad, “I think I’m the fun captain.” As evidence, he added, “I organize captain’s practices on Sundays. Not many people go, but with people who do, it’s really (relaxed).” Krant sat out the match against LCC (1-0),

Stephen Ferruolo of La Jolla Country Day returns a shot in doubles match with partner Brennan Foster March 4. ED PIPER as he was recovering from illness. But Max Mereles went 4-6, 5-7, 6-1 singles, beating the Mavericks’ Jacob Andrew.

In fact, all three Torrey singles players solved Andrew for their sole wins of the day: Randall Kras, 6-3; Andrew Schiffman, 6-0; and Mereles. David Shaw, the other senior, and Brian Mak defeated LCC’s Connor Hines and James Hammon, 6-3, but fell in their other matches. “In practice, it’s all about consistency,” said Shaw, who has attended LJCD all four years of high school, about Coach Burkett’s emphases. “Like I said, our team’s biggest weakness is we tend to get sloppy on the easy shots. We practice consistency all day, just making all the shots we can, never missing.” Burkett keeps it pretty simple for her troops: “Singles; it’s about grinding. Usually, just trying to pull out as many points as you can. Points during games; games turn into sets. Doubles; I like them super aggressive at the net, volleys, short points, as simple as that.” The coach said the boys are going to hit the ball five times at max, so that’s why she wants them to attack at the net early. Shaw talked about his growth individually:

“When I was an underclassman, if I lost three points in a row, I was pretty much done. I wouldn’t be able to pull it together. Junior year, I got myself in the mindset of being hungry for every single point, no matter what the score was: 5-0, 40-love. Every point.” Krant following a similar path of having to control all that fire: “Ninth grade, I was number-one JV singles. I was really young and I was real fiery and I would get really angry, punch my racquet, broke a couple of springs. Almost broke my hand. With experience you calm down.” Team members’ favored snack? “Tangerines,” Krant said. How do they build one another up? “Before every match, we always get a break. We pump each other up. We tell each other, even if we’re having a bad day, just keep shots in, play your game, make them make mistakes.” ◆

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■ RESULTS — SINGLES: Kras 0-6, 0-6, 6-3. Schiffman 1-6, 2-6, 6-0. Mereles 4-6, 5-7, 6-1. DOUBLES: Fricks-Tran 3-6, 6-3, 2-6. FosterFerruolo 3-6, 4-6, 6-2. Shaw-Mak 1-6, 1-6, 6-3.

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SPORTS GIRLS BASKETBALL: Central Union High School Spartans 51, La Jolla High School Vikings 48

Vikings make it to first CIF Finals in 15 years, but fall short of win

La Jolla High School’s Vikings girls basketball team are 2014 Division III CIF runner-ups. ED PIPER

BY ED PIPER The La Jolla High School Lady Vikings, not at all star-struck by playing in the CIF Finals at Jenny Craig Pavilion at USD, led by 10 points with minutes to play in the third quarter. But Coach Dave Westhem’s crew couldn’t hold on, dropping a 51-48 decision to Central Union High Spartans of Imperial Valley in Division III March 8. Sophia Sowers, the senior 3-point specialist with over 200 makes, showed a continuos ferocity to drive down the middle beyond anything she has shown before. And Madeleine Gates, the athletic sophomore center, looked completely suited to the big show from the beginning. She blocked shots and grabbed rebounds as she always does. Finally, Sierra Westhem, senior forward, has shown an increasing ability to lead as the Vikings have progressed through the playoffs. Her shot wasn’t hitting earlier in the game, but she hit a key two with 5:08 left to put La Jolla in the lead, 39-38. “This was our plan, to be in the finals,” said her father and head coach Dave

Westhem. “The reason I scheduled us so tough this year, playing in the Sweet Sixteen (at Country Day) and against Bishop’s was I knew we had a really good chance to get to the CIF championship.” La Jolla’s last title in girls basketball was in 1987. The Vikings’ last trip to the title game was reportedly in 1998. La Jolla (19-12), playing before a supportive set of fans dwarfed by the roomy college arena, outscored Central 13-2 starting the third quarter — the same kind of burst that won them the quarterfinal game at Fallbrook eight days before. Gates drove for two and Sowers drove for back-toback baskets, forcing Central coach Jason McClain to call timeout. Gates blocked a Charlene Charles shot inside, and helped Jenna Harmeyer force a turnover on the press, before Sowers again scored on a driving layup to put the Vikings up 32-27. Harmeyer gave La Jolla a seven-point lead, and then Madeleine Gates took a pass from Sierra Westhem to score inside to go up by nine, 36-27

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Bishop’s Salutes its Senior Athletes

he Bishop’s School seniors wear the sweatshirts they received at the winter season sports assembly Feb. 26. The student athletes were recognized for playing the same varsity sport each year in grades 9 through 12. Front row: Marion Beacham, surfing; Barret Kearney, soccer; Chi Chi Chang, soccer; Jill Bushman, water polo; Karina Mendoza, water polo; Natalie Chun, water polo and Sierra Ducey, basketball. Middle row: Imani Littleton, basketball; Christina Frank, basketball; Jake Dempsey, basketball and Alarisse Lam, equestrian. Back row: Addi Lana, surfing; James Maysent, surfing; Matt Lizanich, basketball; Ian Caples, soccer and Matt Healey, soccer. ◆ COURTESY

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■ GAME STATS – SCORING: La Jolla High (48): Sowers FG 8-21 FT 3-4 20, Gates FG 5-9 FT 3-3 13, Westhem FG 4-16 FT 0-1 8, Polcyn FG 2-4 FT 0-0 5, Harmeyer FG 1-4 FT 0-0 2, Tarjan FG 0-0 FT 0-0 0, Satori Roberson FG 0-2 FT 0-0 0. Central Union High (51): Williams 22, Magin 12, Charles 11, Rabb 4, McClain 2, Abdelmuti 0, Cardenas 0, Salgado 0, Egbers 0. REBOUNDS: Gates 20, Westhem 3, Polcyn 3, Tarjan 3, Sowers 2, Satori Roberson 2, Harmeyer 1. ASSISTS: Harmeyer 3, Sowers 2, Westhem 2, Gates 2, Tarjan 2. BLOCKS: Gates 4, Westhem 1. STEALS: Westhem 2, Gates 2, Harmeyer 1, Tarjan 1.

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with 3:12 left in the quarter. A Sowers freethrow increased the lead to 37-27. But the Vikings couldn’t quite give Sierra Westhem a CIF championship on her 18th birthday. Central (23-5) junior Nettie Williams, who averages 15 points a game, looked gassed and out of it in the third quarter. Then she recovered to hit three, killer three’s in the fourth quarter, finishing with a game-high 22 points. Charles, a senior averaging 13.5 points per game, busted back-to-back baskets, the second off of a steal on the press to bring the Spartans back within two at 37-35 with 5:55 to play in the game. They went up on Williams’ three, 41-39. The tension was palpable. The three referees had to hold a midcourt conference with 4:44 left after a driving layup by Sowers. First, it was ruled no basket and called back. Then, after conferring for a minute or two, the officials restored the bucket, knotting the score at 41 apiece. The Central rooting section was distraught. This would have seemed to be a momentum killer. Down by three, Sowers bombed a three

that didn’t even touch the rim, tying the score again, 46-46, with 2:43 on the clock. But several errant shots later, and Williams hitting both ends of a clutch one-and-one free throw situation, and Central was up by five, 51-46, with 15.2 seconds left. Before the game, Sowers said the Vikings’ plan was to “play hard and stay within ourselves and trust each other and play smart.” It was very effective. It was a festive mood right up to the end. Members of the La Jolla community were visibly enjoying the chance for one of their teams to play in the section finals. Some student body members attended, along with ardent family members of players. ◆

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Nick Yates blazes trail for vending machines with healthful snacks

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orn and raised in Sydney, Australia, Nick Yates earned a bachelor’s degree there from the University of Technology in business and marketing. He began his career working for Mojo Advertising in Sydney where he was senior media buyer for the Qantas Airlines and Toyota Motor Company accounts. In 2002, Yates founded Healthy Vending Pty Ltd, the world’s first healthy vending machine business, placing 250 such machines throughout Australia. Most contained only “macrobiotic” products. After witnessing the Nick Yates demand for healthier food, Yates sold his company in 2005 and moved to San Diego with the intention of introducing healthy vending to North America. In 2006, Fresh Healthy Vending was launched as the first such “franchise,” placing 1,800 healthy vending machines throughout 250 markets. Fresh Healthy Vending has become the world’s largest healthy food vending machine company with a footprint of 2,300 units (as of July, 2013). An advocate for childhood obesity prevention, Yates also created the initiative, FreshandHealthy. Org, which offers as incentive, $1 million in grants to schools, businesses, hospitals and community centers in an attempt to replace their “junk food” machines with healthful snack machines. To date, the initiative donated $300,000.

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BY LINDA HUTCHISON Sonja Lyubomirsky, s it possible for us to become happier people — that is, to experience happiness more is the author of often and throughout our lives? ‘The Myths of Yes, it is, says Sonja Lyubomirsky, Ph.D., who recently spoke on “The Science Happiness.’ and Practice of Happiness Across the Lifespan” at UC San Diego’s Stein Institute for COURTESY Research on Aging in La Jolla. A professor of psychology at UC Riverside, Lyubomirsky spent more than 20 years developing a science of happiness, investigating how and why people are happy, and how they can become even happier. Her research has been awarded several prizes and grants and has been featured in hundreds of magazine and newspaper articles and television shows around the world. In addition to her research, teaching and lecturing, Lyubomirsky is the author of two bestselling books on the subject: “The How of Happiness” and “The Myths of Happiness.” How does she define happiness? “It has two components,” she said. “The emotional component means we experience more positive emotions, such as joy, curiosity, appreciation and we want to increase the frequency. The cognitive component means we are aware that life is good, we are satisfied with our progress toward goals, for example, and in other ways.” The two ■ Sonja Lyubomirsky: components are intertwined. themythsofhappiness.org Americans are happiness oriented, she points out. After all, “the pursuit

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you often ended up naked, exploring his or her sexuality. Curious to experience the encounter group phenomenon that was so different from our former, far-less-explored East Coast lives, and frankly, clueless as to what we were getting into, we signed up for a weeklong series of workshops at an idyllic but isolated setting that featured only organic vegetarian food grown on site without harming bugs. If nothing else, I thought, this would be a good opportunity to withdraw from what had become a dismaying over-indulgence in Mounds bars. There wasn’t a cube of white sugar for 50 miles. The first thing we discovered was that the encounter movement had its own dialect. On Day One, the group facilitator sat us on the floor in a circle and told us that while things would get “heavy,” we were there to “nourish” ourselves. It made me think of lunch, preferably a burger, which I was already missing. We went around the circle to introduce ourselves. Most of our group claimed to be

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Adventure Camps

Summer Learning Adventure Camps merge scientiﬁc exploration with hands-on fun and learning. Campers investigate marine habitats, create ocean art projects, learn about careers in oceanography, combine the science and sport of surﬁng and snorkeling, and more, all while making new friends and memories. Camps run from June 23 – August 22

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Act out this summer! YP@LJP La Jolla Playhouse offers summer theatre programs for aspiring young performers entering grades 2-12. Give your child an experience they’ll never forget during Young Performers at La Jolla Playhouse (YP@LJP) June 23 – August 1. Registration is now open! Apply online at LaJollaPlayhouse.org or call (858)550-1070 x101.

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Direct from Spain, four of the world’s most celebrated flamenco dancers perform in San Diego for one night only. Don’t miss the master of flamenco Antonio Canales, Nuevo Ballet Español choreographer Carlos Rodríguez, Karime Amaya, grandniece of Carmen Amaya and riveting young star Jesús Carmona as three generations unite onstage for this flamenco showcase.

MCASD’s Summer C.A.M.P. (Contemporary Art, Media & Process) invites 6–12 yearolds to explore contemporary art through a series of week-long art-making workshops led by local contemporary artists. Campers will learn about conceptual art, create mixed media artworks and sculptures, and explore the galleries and sculpture garden. A full week of half-day camp is $90 for Members and Military personnel, and $200 for nonmembers. One week of full-day camp is $180 for Members and Military personnel, and $390 for non-members. Three camp sessions will run from July 28 through August 15. Enroll today at www.mcasd.org.

TONIGHT March 13, 2014 at 8 p.m. Spreckels Theatre Tickets: $75, $50, $35, $25

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Sunday, March 16, at 7:30 p.m. Join us for the Athenaeum debut of multi-Grammy winning trumpeter Randy Brecker, joined by the ineffable team of drummer Peter Erskine, pianist Alan Pasqua, and bassist Darek Oles. JazzTimes commented, “Brecker’s sonic swirls sparkle with savvy sophistication and ebullient joie de vivre.” Tickets: $30 members, $35 nonmembers www.ljathenaeum.org/jazz or (858) 454-5872

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ou never hear the term anymore, but when my former husband and I first moved here in the 1970s, encounter groups were in full swing. For those who may have arrived in Southern California later, encounter groups were generally weekend or week-long unstructured group meetings of eight to 12 people plus a leader/facilitator with the alleged intent of increasing emotional expressiveness and communication, and promoting personal growth. Brochures abounded promising the opportunity to explore one’s sexuality, improve marital relationships, stop smoking/ drinking/eating, explore one’s sexuality, unclog one’s arrested development, and explore one’s sexuality. Overcoming sexual hang-ups was very popular then. There were nude encounter groups and even marathon encounter groups in which the participants would meet continuously for 24 hours on the theory that a lack of sleep would break down defenses and allow the real you to emerge. Apparently, the real

she said. “Bathroom break!” I said. I don’t remember too much about the other workshops that week, except for one about choice. The premise was that everything that happens in life is our own choice. If you’re sad, you chose to be sad. “You have to agree to it!” the two group facilitators kept admonishing us. Sick people choose to be sick. Poor people choose to be poor. I just couldn’t bring myself to blame all poor people for being poor. If one were to do a “Where are they now?” I’m guessing these guys are running the Tea Party. The choice workshop was definitely my least favorite. But that time I had been without both Mounds bars and cheeseburgers for a week and was getting surly. Besides, our room had black widow spiders, which are not my favorite, but which the facilitators insisted had just as much right to live as I did. I chose to squash them. When we got home, both my Ex and I agreed that it had been an intense, thoughtprovoking, provocative, sometimes enlightening week full of more arachnids and naked people than we had ever seen at one time. Meanwhile, all the daisies in our garden had succumbed in particularly hot weather. “Well,” shrugged my husband, “I guess the daisies didn’t choose to live.” ◆

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there to “release some old tapes.” It took me a few minutes to catch on that this had nothing to do with the music industry. We were obviously in a group with some seriously experienced encounterees. They wanted to get right to it. “We’ve been here 10 f-ing minutes already,” grumped the guy to my right, “and nobody has said anything deep.” “I can relate to that,” said the girl next to him. She turned to my ex. “I feel close to you.” “Thank you,” said Ex politely. “You’re grateful to Sarah because she feels close to you,” reiterated the leader for no reason I could figure out. The group quickly zoned in on my Ex and me, clearly the weakest members of the herd. “Was that your parent or your child speaking? I mean, what’s your script?” queried another girl. “Um, do I need a script?” said Ex. “You’re wondering if you need a script,” observed the leader. “I hear where you’re coming from,” said another guy to Ex. “And I really feel your pain. But hey, man, you’re here to selfactualize.” Ex: “Um, I’m not sure — “Put your hesitation on the hot seat and talk to it,” suggested the guy next to me. “Look, I’ve been in a bad place myself. It’s a bummer. Just let it all hang out. Beat your fists on the cushion. Scream. But stay in the here and now.” Meanwhile, a girl across the circle gave me a huge smile. “I want to experience you,”

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■ 3888 Fourth Ave., Hillcrest ■ (858) 759-4300 ■ projectpie.com ■ The Vibe: Fast casual, relaxed

■ Take Out: Yes

■ Signature Dishes: Pizza No. 5 (four cheeses, garlic, basil, black pepper, olive oil), Pizza No. 7 (prosciutto, caramelized onions, two cheeses)

■ Reservations: No

■ Open Since: 2013

■ Patio Seating: No ■ Hours: 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sunday-Wednesday, 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Thursday, 11 a.m.-midnight Friday-Saturday

When custom pizza is what you’re after, try Project Pie BY KELLEY CARLSON roject Pie is anything but cookiecutter. One of Hillcrest’s newer restaurants, it presents a concept that’s unique to the area: Patrons customize personal-size pizzas “assembly line”-style, choosing as many toppings as they want for one set price. “What Chipotle does with burritos, we do with pizza,” founder and CEO James Markham explained. And Markham is doing his best to ensure that Project Pie does not become a typical chain restaurant — each franchise location (at least seven to date, and counting) has its own style, although they all offer the same menu for consistency purposes. The Hillcrest location has vintage industrial decor, which seems to fit right in with the trendy, hip neighborhood. Many guests are drawn to the quotes on the walls, which range from funny to famous to inspirational. Once they’re at the counter, customers are given the option to choose from seven signature pizzas to form the basis of their dream pie. For those who want the utmost simplicity, there’s a Classic Cheese Pie (No. 1), which is $6. Everything else is $7.85. One of the more “standard” selections is signature No. 2, containing pepperoni, Italian sausage, crumbled meatballs, mozzarella, house-made red sauce and garlic.

Signature Pizza No. 7 with prosciutto, caramelized onions, mozzarella and Parmesan

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Project Pie’s Signature Pizza No. 5

Among the more “special” creations are the No. 4 (tomato slices, chopped basil, mozzarella, Parmesan and garlic); the No. 5 (a melted medley of mozzarella, ricotta, Gorgonzola and Parmesan, with garlic, basil, cracked black pepper and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil); and the No. 7 (thin slices of prosciutto, caramelized onions, mozzarella and Parmesan). Most people order a signature pizza, then add and subtract ingredients to make it their own, Markham noted. They can request gluten-free versions, as well. But customers aren’t restricted to the signatures — they’re also able to use their own imaginations and build their own. Markham cautions patrons that not all toppings taste well together. “I tell people that less is more,” he said.

Customers customize their pizzas at Project Pie’s counter. After all of the garnishes are chosen, the pizzas are baked for just a couple of minutes, until the thin crust is golden. Despite the restaurant’s name, there are more than pies on the menu. There’s a Mixed Greens Salad featuring grilled chicken, Gorgonzola, craisins, candied walnuts and raspberry vinaigrette. And, of course, there’s a Pizza Salad — cool greens on top of a warm crust, embellished with grilled chicken, Gorgonzola, mozzarella, tomatoes and olive oil. A kale salad is also in the works.

Signature Pizza No. 4 with tomatoes, basil, mozzarella, parmesan and garlic

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After a meal of pie or salad, there’s more pie to be had (naturally). Guests with a sweet tooth can try the Nutella & Banana, which has chunks of bananas laced with the hazelnut chocolate spread on a crust. There’s also Nutella & Berries (the Hillcrest location prefers using strawberries and blackberries). While polishing off pizzas, people can turn to beverages from the Boylan soda fountain that are handmade (no preservatives or artificial colorings) and contain pure cane sugar. ◆

One of desserts is the Nutella & Berries pie.

cabbage with milk and seasonings until tender. Combine with potatoes; add s c a l l i o n s a n d 3 tablespoons of butter. Blend well until butter is ■ Method: Cut potatoes in chunks, melted. leaving skin on. Place in a saucepan, Transfer to a serving dish. Make a cover with water, and boil until well in the center and add the tender. Drain, mash and set aside. remaining 1 tablespoon of butter. Garnish with parsley or chives. In another large saucepan, boil ■ Ingredients • 2 pounds redskin potatoes • 1 Savoy or green cabbage head, trimmed, cored, sliced • 1/2 cup scallions, coarsely chopped • 1 cup milk • 4 tablespoons sweet butter • Sea salt and black pepper to taste • Fresh chopped parsley or chives

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In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, we salute the Cabbage!

Cabbage Traits

■ The green head of tightly packed, smooth, moist leaves can swell to soccer ball size. It’s ideal for slaws, soups, stuffed cabbage rolls, braising, steaming or fermenting in a salty brine for a homemade sauerkraut that packs a probiotic punch. ■ Red cabbage is endowed with its gorgeous violet hue (and highest Vitamin

than the green-headed, Savoy multi-tasks in salads, stir-fries, soups, assorted wraps or a braised side dish. ■ Napa or Chinese cabbage is elliptical-shaped, resembling a romaine lettuce with pale green leaves sprouting from white stalks. Mild peppery notes make it a great choice for kimchi, stirfries, egg roll or dumpling stuffings, slaws and sweet and sour cabbage soup. C content of all cabbage siblings) from compounds made up of sugar and pigments called anthocyanidins. Smaller in size than green heads, look for solid heft and also tightly packed leaves. Red adds a nice crunch and splash of eye candy to salads and slaws, and is scrumptious braised in a hearty sweet and sour Bavarian side dish. One drawback — red cabbage transforms to a funky bluish tinge when cooked. Add a sprinkling of lemon juice or vinegar to the pot to curb the metamorphosis. ■ Savoy cabbage has delicate dark green ruffled leaves that curl back on the head. More tender in taste and texture

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century ago cabbage was sneered at as a peasant’s food. Today, it is lauded as a nutritional powerhouse with anti-cancerous and anti-aging agents: ■ Loaded with the amino acid glutamine (especially in the raw form) to bolster the health of the gut, cabbage has also been linked with helping to alleviate stomach ulcers. ■ Cabbage is rife with calcium to amp up bone health, Vitamin K for the production of blood clotting proteins, Vitamin C for immune support, Vitamin B for calming the nerves and Vitamin A for cellular regeneration. ■ Packed with potassium, cabbage helps regulate blood pressure and its quercetin acts as a natural antihistamine to put the skids on seasonal allergies. ■ Cabbage has a mother lode of powerful antioxidants, which not only stimulate detoxifying enzymes, but lowers “bad” cholesterol. ■ Cabbage Cousins: Kale, collards, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts and sprouting broccoli. ■ Cook’s tip: To diminish the typical “stinky” odor from cooking cabbage, add a dash of chili pepper to the water.

■ Bok choy cabbage has dark green tender leaves flowering from a thick opaquely white stalk. The flavor is reminiscent of baby spinach or Swiss chard and is wonderful in clear broths, sautéed mixed vegetables, omelettes and stir-fries. ◆ — For more recipes, visit FreeRangeClub.com or e-mail kitchenshrink@san.rr.com

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FROM HAPPINESS, B1 of happiness” is included as an unalienable right in our Declaration of Independence, right up there with life and liberty. Lyubomirsky readily admits that no one can be happy all the time and that there is no magic formula. We have to work at it and realize that what we think will make us happy doesn’t always — or not for long.

Mind the Matter

One of her central themes is the importance of having a prepared mind — a mind ready to make reason-based, healthier decisions, to think instead of acting on gut-based reactions. She admits that these initial reactions are often more compelling, such as “Take this job and shove it!” but rational second and third thoughts are more productive. When we think something through more carefully, we leave ourselves open to more ideas and opportunities. Another finding of her research is that while certain events can make us very happy — a new marriage, job, home or promotion, for example — our happiness doesn’t usually last. That’s because, as humans, we quickly adapt to circumstances. Lyubomirsky refers to this as hedonic adaption, and also as creeping

Psychologist, researcher and author Sonja Lyubomirsky (second from left), spoke recently on the ‘Science and Practice of Happiness Across the Lifespan’ at UC San Diego’s Stein Institute for Research on Aging. With her are Dr. Dilip Jeste, director of the Institute, and Suzanne Angelucci, whose endowment sponsored the lecture series, and her daughter Barbara Giammona. LINDA HUTCHISON normalcy, insidious habituation, taking things for granted and boredom. When this sets in, we feel something must be wrong with us and that we are not happy. But there are tools we can use to head off or minimize this feeling, such as enjoying nature, introducing variety and surprises into our lives, meditating, exercising, eating well, writing and reflecting (without

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falling into ruminating), practicing gratitude and kindness and pursuing meaningful relationships and goals. Lyubomirsky refrains from suggesting any one-size-fits-all formula for increasing happiness, but says that we can use our prepared minds and tools throughout our lives and view crisis or turning points as opportunities for growth. According to her

‘The Myths of Happiness’ by Sonja Lyubomirsky COURTESY research, approximately 40 percent of how we feel is within our control, with approximately 50 percent genetically determined and 10 percent influenced by circumstances.

Mature Happiness

Although older people may face some different challenges (health problems,

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Friday, March 21st · 3:30 p.m.

Join us and meet local author, Susan Union and learn more about her newest novel, Rode to Death, at this book signing event.

■ “People are just as happy as they make up their minds to be.” — Abraham Lincoln

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Thoughts on Happiness

Conversations with the Author

■ “The foolish man seeks happiness in the distance; the wise grows it under his feet.” — James Openheim ■ “Learn to value yourself, which means: fight for your happiness.” — Ayn Rand ■ “It’s pretty hard to tell what does bring happiness. Poverty and wealth have both failed.” — Frank Hubbard ■ “The most important thing is to enjoy your life — to be happy — it’s all that matters.” — Audrey Hepburn Lyubomirsky was struck by how much happier Americans appeared strolling down the street, smiling and saying hello, than Russians. (Today, she adds, younger Russians are happier.) Her interest in studying happiness sparked on her first day of graduate school. While walking around the Stanford campus with her new bachelor’s degree from Harvard and her graduate advisor, they began discussing what makes people happy, even though his area of expertise was conflict and negotiation. This conversation led to their first research studies. In the future, she would like to conduct more long-term studies that follow people for many years, as well as analyze how positive actions work, how to alleviate depression, the role of genetic make-up and how to measure behavior more objectively beyond self-reporting. As part of the UCSD School of Medicine, the Organized Research Unit was founded in 1983 and renamed the Sam and Rose Stein Institute for Research on Aging in 1992 to promote education and research in geriatrics and gerontology. The Institute presents free public lectures promoting physical and mental wellbeing. La Jolla philanthropist Suzanne Angelucci endowed the current series as a memorial to her father, Frank Benedikt Roehr. ◆

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loss of friends and family, feelings of lost opportunities), they also have many advantages, according to Lyubomirsky. “Older people have more perspective, are emotionally wiser, know what makes them happy and avoid situations and people that don’t,” she said. “They know they have less time, so they use it more wisely and effectively, are less likely to ruminate. They know they will get through the day.” If older people can learn anything from younger ones, it would be to take more risks, she added. Instead of sticking with the comfortable, have lunch with someone new or try a new activity. “Younger people are risk takers, they want new experiences and opportunities. Neither approach is right or wrong, both have advantages.” Lyubomirsky even thinks those who have been chronically unhappy can learn to start an upward spiral with such simple steps as helping others. “Acts of kindness can help people feel really good, can snowball, attract new friends,” she said. Lyubomirsky says her own greatest sources of happiness are her family (she is married with four children, ages 10 months to 14 years) and her work. She first noticed a difference in happiness levels at the age of 9. Newly arrived in Boston from Russia,

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t was a packed house for the opening of the nine-part IDEAS (Initiative for Digital Exploration of the Arts & Sciences) performance series Feb. 20 at the Calit2 Auditorium in Atkinson Hall on the UC San Diego campus. Art Department faculty member Michael

Trigilio kicked off the series by hosting a three-part presentation called T2ERU (Tell Them Everything Remember Us). Trigilio’s multi-platform suite included four high-resolution mini films, a demonstration of the video and audio capabilities of the VROOM screen (which

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links an array of 36 large digital computer monitors with surround sound audio speakers), and a visit to the darkened 3D LIDAR NexCAVE, where LIDAR images can be rotated with a controller for 360-degree viewing. Shahrokh Yadegari, associate professor of composition and sound design in the UCSD Theatre Department, heads up the performance events series. Yadegari described the series as “a forum to provide support for the development of interdisciplinary performance pieces that take advantage of the state-of-art facilities at Calit2. “Although these are performance art events, they are not confined to the

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traditional idea of performance art as a live, artistic theatrical activity,” he said. “Music and film are also included and we are letting new definitions and meanings of performance emerge because of the new technologies involved.” Yadegari said the series would attempt to link the arts with sciences in new ways. Trigilio, who was an ordained Zen Buddhist monk before he turned to art, was responsible for either making or producing the four films that were shown in the Atkinson Theater. The films were extremely short and were meant to be what Trigilio called, “Just a snapshot

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If you hosted a dinner party for eight, whom (living or deceased) would you invite? I would welcome Beyonce and Jay Z, Keith Richards, Steve Jobs, Nelson Mandela, Bill Clinton, Jimmy Fallon and Jesus Christ. What might you add, subtract or improve in the area? An upscale marina on the coast filled with bars and restaurants for overseas

visitors to park their yachts and visit La Jolla would really put us on the map. What are your favorite films? “Casino Royale,” “Usual Suspects,” “The Wolf of Wall Street,” “The Departed,” “Good Fellas” and “Casino.” I love Scorsese!

Half-day schedule at La Jolla Elementary, March 17-21

What do you do for fun? Play golf badly at The Grand Del Mar every Saturday morning. (Guaranteed a good laugh every round!)

What is it that you most dislike? Intolerance. To each their own.

What is your philosophy of life? To make the most of every situation that presents itself, to be grateful and to never regret.

What is your most-prized possession? My beautiful memories of the relationship with my deceased stepfather.

What would be your dream vacation? A trip with my wife to Paris, Ibiza, Barcelona and Positano. ◆

To accommodate Parent-Teacher Conference week, La Jolla Elementary School will release students early the week of March 17-21. Every day that week, school will dismiss at 12:20 p.m. and regularly scheduled after-school programs — such as homework assistance and afterschool science — will not be conducted. For programs being offered instead, contact the school at (858) 454-7196. ◆

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FOCUSING ON FINANCE Seminar offers tips for talking to kids about money BY ASHLEY MACKIN t what point should parents talk to their children about money? How do mom and dad bring up financial planning without scaring them? Why do children learn about “the birds and the bees” before they learn how to balance a budget? How has college student loan debt built to more than $1 trillion nationally? Financial planner Hillel Katzeff and teacher and single mother Glenda Sacks held the informational seminar “Facts of Life: Teaching children about dollars and sense” on Feb. 26 to answer these questions. They proposed introducing children to the concepts of value and choice as a precursor to financial matters. The seminar was held at Katzeff’s La Jolla Village/ UTC office,

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he La Jolla High Varsity Baseball team hosted a clinic for La Jolla Youth Baseball’s Bronco and Pony players (ages 11-14) on March 9. A dozen Varsity players and six coaches under the direction of Head Coach Gary Frank organized a two-and-a-half hour clinic with multiple infield and outfield drills, base running instruction, pitching and catching sessions, and seven hitting stations with individual instruction. Some 35 LJYB players participated and got a feel for how things operate at the high school level, playing on the LJHS state-of-the-art field, hanging out in the varsity clubhouse, and having a debrief in the home dugout. La Jolla Youth Baseball will have its Opening Day ceremony at noon, Saturday, March 15 at the Bronco Field with representatives from the San Diego Padres. Shetland Registration remains open for players ages 5-6 at LJYB.org ◆

where he said he hopes to hold more workshops in the future. Having raised two financally savvy children (now adults), Sacks suggested introducing the subject of money to kids in a lighthearted way when they are young, so when they’re older, it’s not a scary, overwhelming concept. “We don’t want to burden our children with financial problems, so it’s a delicate balance between teaching them how to survive in life and teaching them only what they need to know at various ages,” she said. One path is to instill an understanding of “value” at the preschool age. “After a birthday or holiday, have your child choose one gift they received and give it to someone less fortunate,” Sacks said, adding that when it came to sugary cereal, she allowed her children to have their favorite just one day a week, so that day and that experience were appreciated. To further teach about “value,” Sacks said she established a point system, so when her kids were good, they would get points, which they could accrue and trade in for things they wanted. Case in point, her youngest daughter wanted a stuffed tiger that cost $4, so she worked to earn enough points, and Sacks said when she received the item it meant that much more to her because she earned it. As they grow older, children can learn about choices, another critical element of economic success. While growing up in South Africa, Katzeff said he was told the definition of economics was “a study of how we choose to apply our scarce means to satisfy our unlimited wants.” “Choice is the key element here,” he said. “It’s one of the things Glenda recognized as a way to engage kids — give them choices.” Sacks said when her children were young, they played the “billboard game” to learn about the concept of choices. When driving in the car, she would point out billboards and ask her kids whether the product or services advertised could be classified as a want or a need. Another technique she used was while at the grocery store and on family vacations, she allowed her children to each buy three things, telling them how much they could spend. It was up to them to decide which things were most important at the time. When it came to amusement parks or vacations, Sacks said, “Agree before you leave home about how much money they

Financial Resources for Parents ■ Jump Start Coalition: Financial education organizations that work to prepare youths for lifelong financial success (JumpStart.org) ■ Kids and Money: Free, downloadable document from the Financial Planning Association (FPAnet.org) ■ Money Smarts 4 Kids: Financial literature for children (MoneySmarts4Kids.com) can spend per day and allow them to carry the money. Tell them when it’s gone, it’s gone, and hold to that.” Katzeff said by giving young, impressionable children these tools, by the time they’re teens, they will better understand finance. “As students enter college, they will have already had the conversations about money and values, and they’ll understand that they can talk to their parents about money without it being this scary, unfamiliar subject,” he said. Throughout the hour-long presentation, Sacks and Hillel answered questions and told stories to illustrate their points, providing ideas for implementing each strategy. They also explained moneysaving options for college and ways to incentivize teens to save money. The seminar ended with resources for parents (see sidebar above). ◆

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sunny spring-like day greeted guests on March 6 to the Village Garden Club of La Jolla’s annual Meet the Master presentation at The Auditorium at TSRI. Floral master Eddie Zaratsian — designer to the stars — took the stage for an inspiring lecture and demonstration of his world-class floral treatments. A reception followed in the courtyard, which was catered by The Wild Thyme Company. Susie Spanos and Cynthia Bond co-chaired the sixth annual event. Corporate sponsors included Berkshire Hathaway Home Services, Island Architects and Sotheby’s International Realty. The VGCLJ was founded in 1974 and today has 425 members. Next on their program is the annual “Expressions in Art & Flowers” exhibition, April 16-17 in Hashinger Hall Auditorium at Torrey Pines Christian Church. Details at VillageGardenClubofLaJolla.com ◆ — Susan DeMaggio

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Anne Hoiberg (pictured) will chronicle the journey of women’s history from 1848 Seneca Falls to the present with the stories of those who paved the way for women’s right to vote, equal pay, and equal education as well as all other rights and freedoms freedoms. Refreshments Refreshm will top off the free event, 1-3 p.m. Monday, March 17 at La Jolla Library, 7555 Draper Ave. (858) 245-1677 or ahoiberg@aol.com

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La Jolla Photo Travelers Club will host Faye Girsh with a presentation on her journey to the Himalayan country of Bhutan, 7:30 p.m. Monday, March 17 at Wesley Palms, 2404 Loring St. in Pacific Beach. Sandwiched between India and China this small, independent Buddhist country has not only survived but has maintained its traditions, amazing architecture, child monks, and the making of mo-mos, the traditional mountain dumpling. Refreshments.

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A world of discovery awaits kids at the Balboa Park Family Day, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, March 16, when the San Diego Automotive Museum and two dozen other cultural organizations present activities that put fun into STEAM: Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math. All are free with paid museum admission. Among the exhibits: electric car conversions and a wooden electric cart at the Automotive Museum, an interactive Giant Electric Giraffe at the Air & Space Museum, and a machine made of office materials that bakes solar cookies inside Reuben H. Fleet Science Center. (619) 231-2886. sdautomuseum.org

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Horticulturist Patrick Anderson, will narrate a slide presentation on the “Secret Gardens of California,” 1 p.m. Tuesday, March 18 at the La Jolla Lutheran Church, 7117 La Jolla Blvd. Anderson’s Fallbrook garden has been featured in Sunset, Horticulture, Traditional Home, and San magazines. A tea reception Diego Home and Garden maga follows. Guests welcome to the free event by the La Jolla Garden Club. RSVP to Ginger Taylor at (858) 453-0828 or mtaylor2@san.rr.com

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The Athenaeum Music & Arts Library’s jazz program returns to The Auditorium at TSRI for its spring series, featuring trumpeter Randy Brecker (Sunday, March 16), a return visit by the Brad Mehldau Trio (Tuesday, April 1), and a CD release concert by Holly Hofmann with special guests Anthony Wilson, John Clayton and Jeff Hamilton (Tuesday, May 6). The concerts begin at 7:30 p.m. The TSRI is at 10640 John Jay Hopkins Drive. Series tickets: $76 members, $96 non-members. Single concerts: $26, $21. (858) 454-5872. ljathenaeum.org ◆

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dimensionally. LIDAR is a remote sensing technology that measures distance by illuminating a target with a laser and then analyzes the reflected light. The LIDAR camera is placed in the middle of a room or a central spot in an archaeological site. The camera then shoots out beams of light while rotating 360º. LIDAR allows one to view all the sides of, say, a marble statue, from close up or far away — and even look at it from the top or the bottom. Archaeologists have used LIDAR most successfully. The audience was duly impressed by all the technological possibilities available at Calit2, but it was also clear to everyone that the next step is to find some good, old-fashioned story to tell with the new media. Yadegari calls it a quest to “find content.” ◆

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Jenna Nastrini to receive Soroptimist award for service

he 2014 Soroptimist Violet Richardson Award will be presented to Jenna Nastrini, a senior at Cathedral Catholic High School, at Soroptimist International of La Jolla’s annual luncheon, 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 5 at Roetter Hall in Good Samaritan Episcopal Church, 4321 Eastgate Mall. Author Mimi Kirk will be the keynote speaker, addressing “Timeless Beauty from the Inside Out.” Named after the president of the first Soroptimist club, the Soroptimist Violet Richardson Award honors girls who are making a difference through volunteering

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County. Mailing Address: PO Box 83, La Jolla, CA 92038. This business is registered by the following: John Taylor Freeman, 407 Birdrock Ave., #3B, La Jolla, CA 92037. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The first day of business was 2/25/14. This statement was filed with Ernest J. Dronenburg, Jr., Recorder/ County Clerk of San Diego County on 02/25/2014. J. Taylor Freeman, Owner. LJ1635. Mar. 13, 20, 27, Apr. 3, 2014.

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granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. Notice of Hearing Date: April 11, 2014 Time: 9:30 AM Dept 46. The address of the court is: 220 West Broadway, San Diego, CA 92101. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: La Jolla Light. Date: Feb. 26, 2014. David J. Danielsen Judge of the Superior Court LJ1625. Mar. 6, 13, 20, 27, 2014 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No.: 2014-005478 Headlights Like New Located at: 5886 A Mission Center Rd., San Diego, CA, 92123, San Diego County. Mailing Address: 5886 A Mission Center Rd., San Diego, CA 92123. This business is hereby registered by the following: Ismar Hasanovic, 5886 #A Mission Center Rd., San Diego, CA 92123.

This business is conducted by: An Individual. The first day of business has not yet started. This statement was filed with Ernest J. Dronenburg, Jr., Recorder/ County Clerk of San Diego County on 02/26/2014. Ismar Hasanovic, Owner. LJ1634. Mar. 13, 20, 27, Apr. 3, 2014. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No.: 2014-006035 P.H.D. Coach Located at: 5580 La Jolla Blvd., #106, San Diego, CA, 92037, San Diego County. Mailing Address: 5580 La Jolla Blvd., #106, San Diego, CA 92037. This business is hereby registered by the following: Eric Bertrand Faro, 5051 La Jolla Blvd., #306, San Diego, CA 92109. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The first day of business has not yet started. This statement was filed with Ernest J. Dronenburg, Jr., Recorder/ County Clerk of San Diego County on 03/03/2014. Eric Bertrand Faro, Owner. LJ1633. Mar. 13, 20, 27, Apr. 3, 2014. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No.: 2014-005191 Pro Appraisal Source Located at: 1804 Garnet Ave., Suite 370, San Diego, CA, 92109, San Diego County. Mailing Address: 1804 Garnet Ave., Suite 370, San Diego, CA 92109. This business is hereby registered by the following:

Benjamin Clements, 2025 Diamond St., #6, San Diego, CA 92109. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The first day of business has not yet started. This statement was filed with Ernest J. Dronenburg, Jr., Recorder/ County Clerk of San Diego County on 02/24/2014. Benjamin Clements, Owner. LJ1632. Mar. 6, 13, 20, 27, 2014. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No.: 2014-005011 a. Don Bravo Grill Fresh Mexican & Seafood b. Bahia Don Bravo Quality Mexican Grill Located at: 5504 La Jolla Blvd., La Jolla, CA, 92037, San Diego County. This business is hereby registered by the following: Carlos Bravo, 1495 Parrot St., San Diego, CA 92105. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The first day of business was June 01, 1992. This statement was filed with Ernest J. Dronenburg, Jr., Recorder/ County Clerk of San Diego County on 02/21/2014. Carlos Bravo, Owner. LJ1631. Mar. 6, 13, 20, 27, 2014. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No.: 2014-004311 a. Lovett Image Works b. Betwixt Studio Located at: 2400 Historic Decatur Rd., #107-506, San Diego, CA, 92106, San Diego County. Mailing

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No.: 2014-005235 Geddes Solutions Located at: 1773 Torrance Street, San Diego, CA, 92103, San Diego County. This business is hereby registered by the following: Cathy Geddes, 1773 Torrance Street, San Diego, CA 92103. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The first day of business was Feb. 24, 2014. This statement was filed with Ernest J. Dronenburg, Jr., Recorder/ County Clerk of San Diego County on 02/24/2014. Cathy Geddes. LJ1628. Mar. 6, 13, 20, 27, 2014. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No.: 2014-005304 a. Dubai Auto Sales b. Dubai Auto Rental Located at: 7710 Balboa Ave., #210A, San Diego, CA, 92111, San Diego County. This business is hereby registered by the following: Dubai Auto Sales LLC, 7710 Balboa Ave., #210-A, San Diego, CA 92111, CA. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. The first day of business has not yet started. This statement was filed with Ernest J. Dronenburg, Jr., Recorder/ County Clerk of San Diego County on 02/25/2014. Nawfal Al-Kilidar, General Manager. LJ1627. Mar. 6, 13, 20, 27, 2014. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No.: 2014-005297 McAdams Company Located at: 4591 58th Street, San Diego, CA, 92115, San Diego County. Mailing Address: same as above. This business is hereby registered by the following: Matthew Austin McAdams, 4591 58th Street, San Diego, CA 92115. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The first day of business has not yet started.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No.: 2014-005310 a. MDR Moving Damage Repair b. Sycamore Canyon Stables Located at: 15972 Sycamore Canyon Road, Poway, CA, 92064, San Diego County. Mailing Address: PO Box 1027, Poway, CA 92074. This business is hereby registered by the following: 1. Dwight L. Greene, 15972 Sycamore Canyon Road, Poway, CA 92064 2. Cindi L. Greene, 15972 Sycamore Canyon Road, Poway, CA 92064 This business is conducted by: A Married Couple. The first day of business was September 1, 1978. This statement was filed with Ernest J. Dronenburg, Jr., Recorder/ County Clerk of San Diego County on 02/25/2014. Dwight L. Greene, Owner. LJ1624. Mar. 6, 13, 20, 27, 2014. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No.: 2014-005368 Platinum Property Management Located at: 12780 High Bluff Dr., #130, San Diego, CA, 92130, San Diego County. Mailing Address: 3899 Nobel Dr., #1429, San Diego, CA 92122. This business is hereby registered by the following: Silver Line Investments LLC, 3899 Nobel Dr., #1429, San Diego, CA 92122, California. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. The first day of business has not yet started. This statement was filed with Ernest J. Dronenburg, Jr., Recorder/ County Clerk of San Diego County on 02/25/2014. David Cohen, Manager. LJ1623. Mar. 6, 13, 20, 27, 2014. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No.: 2014-004433 Movement Rx Located at: 3027 Olive Street, San Diego, CA, 92104, San Diego County. Mailing Address: 3027 Olive Street, San Diego, CA 92104. This business is hereby registered by the following: Movement Rx Physical Therapy, P.C., 3027 Olive Street, San Diego, CA 92104, California. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. The first day of business was August 1, 2013. This statement was filed with Ernest J. Dronenburg, Jr., Recorder/ County Clerk of San Diego County on 02/14/2014. Per Larson, Secretary. LJ1621. Feb. 27, Mar. 6, 13, 20, 2014. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No.: 2014-004801 a. Resort Pool Maintenance b. RPM Located at: 6604 La Jolla Blvd., San Diego, CA, 92037, San Diego County. Mailing Address: same. This business is hereby registered by the following: Ann Marie Lindley, 6604 La Jolla Blvd., San Diego, CA 92037. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The first day of business has not yet started. This statement

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SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO 330 W. Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 Central Division PETITION OF: LINDA CAROL JACKSON for change of name. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER 37-2014-00004422-CU-PT-CTL TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: LINDA CAROL JACKSON filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Present Name LINDA CAROL JACKSON to Proposed Name LAARA K. GERVAIS. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be

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STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME File No. 2014-005768 Fictitious Business Name(s): Carshow Automotive Products Located at: 8195 Via Mallorca, La Jolla, CA, 92037, San Diego County. Mailing Address: same as above. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in San Diego County on: 05/25/2012, File No. 2012014568 is (are) abandoned by the following registrant (s): Jesus Pacleb, 8195 Via Mallorca, La Jolla, CA 92037. This business is conducted by: An Individual. This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk, Ernest J. Dronenburg, Jr., of San Diego County on 02/28/2014. Jesus Pacleb, Owner/President. LJ1629. Mar. 6, 13, 20, 27, 2014

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Address: 2400 Historic Decatur Rd., #107-506, San Diego, CA 92106. This business is hereby registered by the following: Maurice Wright, 2400 Historic Decatur Rd., #107-506, San Diego, CA 92106, CA. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The first day of business was 02/13/14. This statement was filed with Ernest J. Dronenburg, Jr., Recorder/ County Clerk of San Diego County on 02/13/2014. Maurice Wright, President. LJ1630. Mar. 6, 13, 20, 27, 2014.

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME File No. 2014-004797 Fictitious Business Name(s): a. Resort Pool Management San Diego b. RPM â&#x20AC;&#x201C; San Diego

Located at: 6604 La Jolla Blvd., San Diego, CA, 92037, San Diego County. Mailing Address: same. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in San Diego County on: September 9, 2013, File No. 2013025875 is (are) abandoned by the following registrant (s): #1. Steve Lindley, 6604 La Jolla Blvd., San Diego, CA 92037 #2. Ann Marie Lindley, 6604 La Jolla Blvd., San Diego, CA 92037 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk, Ernest J.

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Dronenburg, Jr., of San Diego County on 02/20/2014. Steve Lindley, Ann Lindley. LJ1619. Feb. 27. Mar. 6, 13, 20, 2014 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No.: 2014-004480 a. Pacific Brokerage b. Pacific Real Estate Brokerage c. La Jolla Real Estate Brokerage d. Pacific Real Estate Management e. Pacific Residential Commercial Brokerage Located at: 5638 Taft Ave., La Jolla, CA, 92037, San Diego County. Mailing Address: 5638 Taft Ave., La Jolla, CA 92037. This business is registered by the following: Kirk Zurbriggen, 5638 Taft Ave., La Jolla, CA 92037. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The first day of business was 2/18/2014. This statement was filed with Ernest J. Dronenburg, Jr., Recorder/ County Clerk of San Diego County on 02/18/2014. Kirk Zurbriggen, Owner. LJ1618. Feb. 27, Mar. 6, 13, 20, 2014.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No.: 2014-003549 CaliforniaMortgageDirect.com Located at: 10770 Wateridge Circle, Suite 250, San Diego, CA, 92121, San Diego County. This business is registered by the following: Castle Mortgage Corporation, 701 Montgomery Highway South, Suite 203, Vestavia Hills, Alabama 35216, Delaware. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. The first day of business has not yet started. This statement was filed with Ernest J. Dronenburg, Jr., Recorder/ County Clerk of San Diego County on 02/06/2014. David Wallace, Executive Vice President/CFO. LJ1617. Feb. 27, Mar. 6, 13, 20, 2014. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No.: 2014-004043 Juice Wave Located at: 817 Queenstown Ct., San Diego, CA, 92109, San Diego County. This business is hereby registered by the following: Juice Wave LLC, 817 Queenstown Ct., San Diego, CA

92109, LLC California. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. The first day of business was 2/12/14. This statement was filed with Ernest J. Dronenburg, Jr., Recorder/ County Clerk of San Diego County on 02/12/2014. Juice Wave LLC, Sole Member. LJ1622. Mar. 6, 13, 20, 27, 2014. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No.: 2014-004484 Vein Medical Center Located at: 5358 Jackson Drive, La Mesa, CA, 91942, San Diego County. Mailing Address: PO Box 9166, La Jolla, CA 92038. This business is hereby registered by the following: California Cardiovascular Specialists, Inc., 5358 Jackson Drive, La Mesa, CA, 91942, CA. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. The first day of business has not yet started. This statement was filed with Ernest J. Dronenburg, Jr., Recorder/ County Clerk of San Diego County on 02/18/2014. California Cardiovascular Specialists, President. LJ1616. Feb. 27, Mar. 6, 13, 20, 2014.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No.: 2014-004293 A. Diamond Production, Inc. DBA The Futon Shop Located at: 7470 Girard Avenue, La Jolla, CA, 92037, San Diego County. Mailing Address: 2150 Cesar Chavez Street, San Francisco, CA 94124. This business is hereby registered by the following: A. Diamond Production, Inc., 2150 Cesar Chavez Street, San Francisco, CA 94124, California. This business is conducted by: A Corporation.The first day of business was 02/01/2014. This statement was filed with Ernest J. Dronenburg, Jr., Recorder/ County Clerk of San Diego County on 02/13/2014. Suzanne Diamond, CEO. LJ1615. Feb. 20, 27, Mar. 6, 13, 2014. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 2014-003010 Fictitious Business Name(s): a. Star Dance Academy San Diego b. San Diego Studio of Dance Located at: 7157 Teasdale Ave., San Diego, CA, 92122, San Diego County. Mailing Address: 7157 Teasdale Ave., San Diego, CA 92122. This business is hereby registered by the following: 1. Linda Cooper, 7157 Teasdale Ave., San Diego, CA 92122 2. Linda Cooper, 7157 Teasdale Ave., San Diego, CA 92122 This business is conducted by: An Individual. The first day of business has not yet started. This statement was filed with Ernest J. Dronenburg, Jr., Recorder/ County Clerk of San Diego County on 02/03/2014. Linda R. Cooper, Owner. LJ1614. Feb. 20, 27, Mar. 6, 13, 2014. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 2014-003368 Fictitious Business Name(s): a. Four Points by Sheraton San Diego Downtown b. C3 Restaurant and Lounge Located at: 1617 First Avenue, San Diego, CA, 92101, San Diego County. Mailing Address: 8369 Vickers Street, Ste. 101, San Diego, CA 92111.This business is hereby registered by the following: Pinnacle 1617 LLC, 1617 First Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101, DE. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company. The first day of business was 5/18/12. This statement was filed with Ernest J. Dronenburg, Jr., Recorder/ County Clerk of San Diego County on 02/05/2014. Bharat Lall, Manager. LJ1604. Feb. 20, 27, Mar. 6, 13, 2014. RENT YOUR SPACE IN THE MARKETPLACE CALL TODAY! 800-914-6434 or 858.218.7200

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B20 was filed with Ernest J. Dronenburg, Jr., Recorder/ County Clerk of San Diego County on 02/20/2014. Ann M. Lindley, Owner. LJ1620. Feb. 27, Mar. 6, 13, 20, 2014.

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Tim Nelson receives Best of Houzz 2014 Award Willis Allen Real Estate’s Tim Nelson, a native of La Jolla, has earned a spot on the “Best of Houzz” list. Houzz is the leading platform for home remodeling and design. The Houzz award winners are chosen by 16 million monthly users who are surveyed annually. There are two categories for the Best of Houzz awards: customer satisfaction and Tim Nelson design. Customer satisfaction honorees, like Nelson, are determined by a variety of factors, including the number and quality of client interactions and reviews a professional received in 2013. La Jolla branch manager Jane Dreher

said Nelson has a knack for successfully fusing traditional values with new technology. “Tim understands that today’s agents must have their finger on the pulse of the social sphere and that means connecting with clients on platforms like Houzz,” Dreher said. “At the same time, he never loses site of the importance of values like integrity, professionalism, and knowledge, which continue to be imperative to clients, no matter the medium upon which they are communicated.” Winners will receive a “Best of Houzz 2014” badge on their Houzz profiles, showing the Houzz community their commitment to excellence. These badges help homeowners identify top-rated home professionals in every metro area on Houzz. You can follow Nelson on Houzz at houzz.com/pro/timnelsonrealestate or call him at (858) 459-4033. ◆

REAL ESTATE Willis Allen marketer Peyton Cabano was a guest speaker at Luxury Real Estate summit Peyton Cabano, director of marketing with Willis Allen Real Estate, was a speaker at the Luxury Portfolio SUMMIT, Feb. 23-25 at Wynn Las Vegas. The event was hosted by Luxury Portfolio International, the luxury face of Leading Real Estate Companies of the World (LeadingRE), an international network of more than 500 premier Peyton Cabano real estate firms. Luxury Portfolio SUMMIT was part of the LeadingRE Conference Week, which drew a record attendance of 2,500 real estate professionals from 20 countries.

With a theme of “Luxury is Back,” the program was designed to provide participants with insight into high-end consumer preferences and luxury lifestyle and housing trends, focusing on the state of the global luxury real estate sector. Cabano presented information on Luxury Property Promotion, sharing insights on “out of the box” marketing ideas. Affiliates of Luxury Portfolio market high-end homes to affluent consumers worldwide through the network’s strategic marketing program, including the award-winning website, LuxuryPortfolio.com, which markets more than 25,000 luxury homes annually and features a total inventory of available properties totaling more than $44 billion. WillisAllen.com ◆

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5866 Sagebrush Road 7460 Herschel Ave. 100 Coast Blvd., Unit 405 2725 Ridgegate Row 5460 La Jolla Hermosa Ave. 2738 Palomino Circle 101 Coast Blvd., Unit 1H 2130 Vallecitos, Unit 342 6563 Caminito Catalan 1605 Caminito Asterisco 5405 Caminito Herminia 3330 Caminito Eastbluff, Unit 149 6455 La Jolla Blvd., Unit 214 8326 Via Sonoma, Unit 64 8544 Via Mallorca, Unit C 6455 La Jolla Blvd., Unit 131 8528 Via Mallorca, Unit H

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REAL ESTATE BUILDING PERMITS

The following permit applications were recently submitted to San Diego’s Development Services Office: ■ 9735 La Jolla Farms Road. Construction of a new 2-story single family residence. Valuation: $820,635.28 ■ 921 Coast Blvd., Unit 3. Repair and replace damaged floor joists in bathroom and replace bathtub and drywall and living room to an apartment building on second floor. Valuation: Not disclosed ■ 835 La Jolla Ranch Road. RS 1-4, Census Tract: 83.11/SDUSD, Parking Impact, Coastal Height Limit, ESL for steep hillsides, Geo Hazard Cat 53. Valuation: $532,874.60 ■ 888 Prospect St., Unit 100. Work to include demolition and add new partition walls for a new bathroom. New ceiling and lighting throughout space. New electrical work and plumbing fixtures. Valuation: $203,070 ■ 1116 Prospect St. Permit for 4 new awnings in an existing hotel. Valuation: $4,000 ■ 3655 Nobel Drive, Unit 240/250. Partitions, ceiling, electrical, ductwork and new breakroom for existing office building. Valuation: $210,000 ■ 4370 La Jolla Village Drive. New partition walls, electrical and ductwork to 7th floor of existing office building. Valuation: $188,300 ■ 5648 Copley Drive. Permit for interior storage racks at an existing industrial facility. Valuation: Not disclosed

Willis Allen Real Estate helps bring WoMen in Relocation to California Willis Allen Real Estate, the local brokerage that is celebrating 100 years of service in San Diego, announced that it is helping bring WoMen in Relocation, a New York City-based national organization of relocation professionals, to the West Coast. Willis Allen’s Business Development Manager Ashley McEvers will lead the endeavor. WoMen in Relocation was founded by Silvana Malpelli, executive Ashley McEvers director at Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales in New York City. It supports individuals and small communities in need of housing assistance. In the past, WoMen in Relocation has assisted groups in the Northeast, such as The Bridge Fund of Westchester, Shelter our Sisters, and Homes for Our Troops. WoMen in Relocation has members from as far away as Germany. With this expansion, the group hopes to help even more small organizations that need

housing assistance on the West Coast. “We are delighted to support the efforts of WoMen in Relocation. It is inspiring to see relocation specialists work together to support their local communities,” Hall F. Willkie, Brown Harris Stevens president, said. Andrew E. Nelson, Willis Allen president/owner, said his company has a long history of helping those in need. “Community service is one of the trademarks of the Willis Allen brand,” he said. “Each year, our agents give hundreds of hours to charities that mean the most to them — from Wounded Warriors to Special Olympics and many more. As a company, we support a number of worthy causes, including the Arbor Day Foundation, Rady Children’s Hospital and Meals on Wheels, just to name a few.” Nelson adds that Willis Allen Real Estate was instrumental in founding the La Jolla Real Estate Brokers Association (REBA). He says Willis Allen agents also have leadership roles in real estate organizations locally and statewide. To learn more about Willis Allen Real Estate, visit willisallen.com and for information on Women in Relocation, visit womeninrelo.com ◆

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Cameron Volker (858) 775-6660 BRE # 00909738

Deborah Greenspan (619) 972-5060 ® BRE #01733274 REALTOR

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Professional Real Estate Expert

Stunning Summit Home in Rancho Santa Fe

Brett Dickinson

With 2 acres of land and cul-de-sac location, this home offers both elegance and tranquility in RSF’s prestigious Summit enclave. Featuring a grand foyer showcasing two regal staircases, formal dining room, chef’s kitchen, opulent etched glass, large, artfully appointed media room and panoramic views, this spectacular home is ideal for family life and presents fabulous entertaining opportunities. $2,995,000 - $3,495,000.

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...IF IT'S BLUE IT'S NEW! $599,000-$648,000 3 BR / 2.5 BA

3346 CAMINITO VASTO NATASHA ALEXANDER/BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES

SAT 1:00PM - 5:00PM 858-336-9051

$599,000-$648,000 3 BR / 2.5 BA

3346 CAMINITO VASTO CHARLES SCHEVKER/BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES

SUN 1:00PM - 5:00PM 858-449-8250

$747,000 3 BR / 3 BA

5562 CAMINITO CONSUELO PATRICIA DENNING/COLDWELL BANKER RESIDENTIAL

SAT & SUN 1:00PM - 4:00PM 858-449-5899

$949,900 4 BR / 2.5 BA

1704 CAMINITO ARDIENTE TEAM CHODOROW/BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES

SAT & SUN 1:00PM - 4:00PM 858-456-6850

$998,000 3 BR / 3.5 BA

7678 CAMINITO COROMANDEL JACKIE HELM/GALLERY PROPERTIES

SUN 1:00PM - 4:00PM 858-354-6333

$1,225,000 3 BR / 2.5 BA

1365 CAMINITO ARRIATA JULIE SWARTZ/PDR INC.

SUN 1:00PM - 4:00PM 858-245-5524

$1,235,000 4 BR / 3 BA

1334 CAMINITO ARRIATA PATRICIA DENNING/COLDWELL BANKER RESIDENTIAL

SUN 1:00PM - 4:00PM 858-449-5899

$1,540,000 3 BR / 3.5 BA

335 GRAVILLA STREET CLAIRE MELBO/BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES

SUN 1:00PM - 4:00PM 858-551-3349

$1,595,000-$1,925,000 4 BR / 3.5 BA

7405 DRAPER AVE JUSTIN SALBATO/PACIFIC SOTHEBY'S

SUN 1:00PM - 4:00PM 858-456-8000

$2,895,000 5 BR / 3.5 BA

8484 LA JOLLA SHORES DRIVE CAMILLE ARAGON/BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES

SAT 1:00PM - 4:00PM 619-961-8810

$2,895,000 5 BR / 4.5 BA

6106 AVENIDA CHAMNEZ BARRY TASHAKORIAN/BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES

SUN 1:00PM - 4:00PM 619-954-9000

$3,800,000-$4,400,000 3 BR / 3 BA

7857 EADS AVENUE CASANDRA EARLY/PACIFIC SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY

SUN 1:00PM - 4:00PM 858-354-7033

$3,995,000-$4,445,876 1 BR / 1 BA

7161 ENCELIA DRIVE SUN 1:00PM - 4:00PM SUSANA CORRIGAN & PATTY COHEN/BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES 858-299-8120

$4,950,000 5 BR / 4.5 BA

2330 CALLE DEL ORO MONICA BAXTER/BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES

SUN 1:00PM - 4:00PM 858-752-7854

$4,995,000 5 BR / 5.5 BA

1066 MUIRLANDS VISTA WAY LINDA DANIELS/WILLIS ALLEN R.E

SUN 1:00PM - 4:00PM 858-361-5561

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STUNNING CONTEMPORARY Stunning La Jolla Shores contemporary home and 1BR/1BA guest house designed by award winning Island Architects. Situated on a nearly 1/2 acre lot a few blocks to the ocean, the 4BR/3.5BA main house features soaring 20 ft ceiling, floor to ceiling mahogany windows in the family room, a chefâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s kitchen with high-end appliances, a dining room with travertine patio, & a library. The MBR has a sitting area and a travertine balcony and there is a large pool, a spa and a BBQ in the private backyard set amidst an orchard. $4,950,000

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GRAND MUIRLANDS ESTATE Views of the bay, downtown, UTC and the mountains. $11,250,000

NEW YORK CHIC Chic town house in the heart of La Jolla Village. $2,925,000

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GREAT VALUE IN BLACKHORSE

Views of the bay, downtown, UTC and the mountains. $1,795,000

4BR condo w/MBR on main floor, man built-ins. $949,900

This Plan 1 has 2MBR & is close to UCSD. $849,000

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