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Lifestyle

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Outgoing Del Mar Mayor Al Corti reflects on 2015 • Sherryl Parks appointed city’s new mayor BY KRISTINA HOUCK Del Mar recently gave thanks to outgoing Mayor Al Corti while welcoming a new mayor. The City Council on Dec. 7 unanimously appointed Deputy Mayor Sherryl Parks as the city’s new mayor and Councilman Terry Sinnott as deputy mayor. Recognizing his contributions to the city, the council also approved a resolution commending Corti for his service, which Parks presented in her first act as the newly appointed mayor.

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“Mayor Corti is commended for his calm demeanor and good humor at meetings and his successful efforts to make the public feel welcome to share their views,” she said. “We wish him the best as he rejoins the ranks of his council colleagues.” San Diego County Supervisor Dave Roberts also presented Corti with a signed proclamation and declared Dec. 7 as “Mayor Al Corti Day” throughout the county. Roberts praised Del Mar’s role in hosting Special Olympics athletes over the sumSee MAYOR, page 22

San Diego County Supervisor Dave Roberts presents a proclamation in honor of outgoing Mayor Al Corti’s service.

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• Officials say crime has not gone up

■ CV resident celebrates 100th birthday and still leads a full and happy life Page 7

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BY KRISTINA HOUCK Although the city of Solana Beach recently advised residents about an increase in residential burglaries, San Diego County Sheriff’s officials said such crime has not increased in the community. In a Dec. 3 community advisory, the city reported that Solana Beach “has been experiencing an increase in residential burglaries and property theft over the past several weeks.” Although three burglaries occurred in November, Sgt. Richard Eaton of the North Coastal Station said the number of incidents isn’t out of the ordinary. Looking at data dating back to June, Eaton said that three residential burglaries, on average, are reported every month. “I can’t substantiate (an increase) with any crime stats,” Eaton said. “Solana Beach is averaging about three residential burglaries a month. There is no uptick.” See CRIME, page 22

Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus came to Del Mar for the “Santa by the Sea” event held at L’Auberge Amphitheater Dec. 6. The event included holiday pictures with St. Nick, seasonal tunes performed throughout the afternoon by the original Dickens Carolers, and the Rad Hatter was on hand to assist in creating fabulous and festive fedoras. The event also featured holiday treats and refreshments from local restaurants, and more. The day culminated in a holiday tree lighting ceremony at the L’Auberge Amphitheater. (Above) The Potocki Family with Santa and Mrs. Santa. (Right) A Teddy Bear Tea was held at L’Auberge — collected teddy bears will be donated to Rady Children’s Hospital. See more photos inside. Photos by Jon Clark. For photos online, visit www.delmartimes. net.

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Del Mar council considering ban on plastic bags BY KRISTINA HOUCK Like its coastal neighbors, the city of Del Mar may soon also ban single-use plastic bags. The Del Mar City Council on Dec. 7 directed staff to draft an ordinance that would outlaw such bags from retailers and restaurants across the city. The city’s Sustainability Advisory Board brought the issue before the council in an effort to enact a citywide ban, which board members said would conserve resources, reduce litter and pollution, and protect wildlife. “This is a beach community,” said Helen Eckmann, who serves on the Sustainability Advisory Board. “We want to have a beach that stays nice so that visitors will want to come, business will continue to flourish and local wildlife will continue to do well.” Solana Beach became the first city in the county to ban plastic bags in 2012. Encinitas adopted a similar ban two years later. California became the first state in the country to outlaw plastic bags when Gov. Jerry Brown signed a statewide ban in 2014. The implementation of the law was suspended, howSee PLASTIC , page 22

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Solana Beach taking a look at medical pot BY PHIL DIEHL, SPECIAL TO THE SOLANA BEACH SUN, DEL MAR TIMES, CARMEL VALLEY NEWS The Solana Beach City Council was scheduled to meet Dec. 9 (after press time for this newspaper) to consider its options for regulating or prohibiting medical marijuana sales, deliveries, cultivation and dispensaries. The California Legislature passed a series of bills in September known as the Medical Marijuana Regulation and Safety Act, which established the state’s first regulatory system for medical cannabis businesses. As a result, many cities in the state are adopting or considering ordinances that layout their responsibilities under the new laws. Mayor Lesa Heebner said Friday that Solana Beach is likely to join other San Diego County cities that have taken a stance against dispensaries. “I don’t make up my mind until I hear from the public,” Heebner said. “But our community weighed in pretty strongly against medical marijuana dispensaries, so I’m predisposed to take a conservative route.” In November 2012, Solana Beach voters defeated in a 4,232-2,601 vote a citizens initiative that would have allowed medical marijuana dispensaries in nonresidential zones of the city. Similar measures also were defeated in Lemon Grove, Impe-

rial Beach and Del Mar that year. Encinitas and La Mesa voters defeated similar initiatives by solid margins in 2014. A staff report that was scheduled to be presented to the Solana Beach City Council on Wednesday, Dec. 9, gives no indication what action the city might take. It recommends only that the council “consider all options and provide direction” on whether medical marijuana should be prohibited or regulated. “If no action is taken, deliveries and cultivation of medical marijuana within the city limits would be allowed, licensed and regulated only by the state,” the report says. The state law passed this year was praised by the League of California Cities as “a strong regulatory framework that upholds local control, protects public safety, and enhances patient safety.” Vista adopted an ordinance in November that prohibits the mobile dispensing and delivery of marijuana. Also last month, San Marcos introduced an ordinance that would prohibit the cultivation and delivery of marijuana and all associated activities. The El Cajon City Council is scheduled Jan. 12 to consider an ordinance prohibiting marijuana dispensaries, storage and cultivation. See POT, page 22

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Neighbors share concerns about proposed Del Mar civic center BY KRISTINA HOUCK Now that the City Council recently approved designs for Del Mar’s new civic center, neighboring residents had an opportunity to share their concerns during a recent Citizens’ Participation Program meeting for the complex. The CPP was established in 2010 so neighbors could learn about development proposals early in their design phase, meet with project applicants and discuss concerns before the projects go before the Design Review Board. As part of the required outreach process, the Nov. 19 meeting was intended for residents within 300 feet of the project site, but was also another opportunity for all community members to ask questions and make comments. The proposed project would replace Del Mar’s deteriorating facilities at 1050 Camino

del Mar. The complex would include a city hall and town hall with administrative offices, meeting rooms, a catering kitchen, an outdoor public plaza, view terraces, a parking structure and surface lot. For months, architects from The Miller Hull Partnership have updated their plans based on feedback from council and community members at several meetings and workshops. The council unanimously approved the civic center design in November. An early concept drew concerns from some residents that the project was too boxy, modern and inconsistent with the community character. When the updated designs were unveiled, many who have long been involved in the process praised the plans. Some who live near the project site, howSee CIVIC CENTER, page 22

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Del Mar Fairgrounds COO to serve as CEO of Sonoma County Fair BY KRISTINA HOUCK After more than two decades with the Del Mar Fairgrounds, Chief Operating Officer Becky Bartling has left the San Diego County Fair for the top post at the Sonoma County Fair. “It’s been a wonderful 22 years,” Bartling said in an interview during her last week. Bartling joined the staff of the 22nd District AgriculBecky Bartling tural Association, which oversees the state-owned fairgrounds, in January 1994. She was hired as the first full-time box office manager and tasked with automating the antiquated ticket system. In addition to handling ticketing, Bartling headed admissions, group sales and paid parking. She recalled the day the paid parking program started in 1994. “I’ve got a lot of favorite memories. One of them is when we started paid parking way back in 1994,” she said. “We didn’t have ticket booths. I remember the first weekend it rained like crazy. We had to take the money in a room and dry it off with a hair dryer.” Bartling worked in the box office for nearly a decade. In 2003, she became one of two deputy general managers. She oversaw the operations, while her counterpart oversaw the fair. When her colleague left a couple years later, Bartling was promoted to chief operating officer. As both chief operating officer and deputy general manager, Bartling oversaw all facility operations. The Del Mar Horsepark equestrian facility and seven departments — including the box office, events, maintenance and operations,

“I’ve got a lot of favorite memories. One of them is when we started paid parking way back in 1994,” she said. “We didn’t have ticket booths. I remember the first weekend it rained like crazy. We had to take the money in a room and dry it off with a hair dryer.” — BECKY BARTLING parking, sales, security and telecommunications departments — reported directly to her. Bartling was also responsible for administering the district’s master plan and booking all grandstand acts during the San Diego County Fair. For years she worked closely with the local communities, especially the city managers of Del Mar and Solana Beach. “It’s very busy but very fun,” she said. Originally from Wyoming, Bartling studied film and television at Montana State University. She came to San Diego to work for Ticketmaster, where she served as general manager for more than 10 years. Looking back over her time with the fairgrounds, Bartling said one of the highlights was helping launch the haunted house now known as The Scream Zone. She also played a large part in preparing the facility as a wildfire evacuation site in 2003, 2007 and 2014. The fairgrounds took in horses and more than 2,000 people during the 2007 wildfires. “I slept in my office for three days. I didn’t go home,” she said. “Most of the team was here doing the same thing.” Bartling has also helped build attendance and revenue in her time with the Del Mar Fairgrounds. Today the fairgrounds hosts more than 350 events annually. The 22nd DAA also produces three events each year, including the Del Mar National Horse Show, The Scream Zone and the ever-popular San Diego County Fair. The 2015 fair was the second highest in the history of the annual event.

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Track announcer Denman to stay at Del Mar BY JEFF NAHILL, SPECIAL TO THIS NEWSPAPER Track announcer Trevor Denman will continue to call the races at the Del Mar Thoroughbred Club in 2016 despite the unexpected news Friday morning, Dec. 4, that he was retiring from Santa Anita, effective at the start of the 2015-16 meet on Dec. 26. “After calling the races for 44 years, 33 at Santa Anita, I have come to the decision that it is time for me to kick back, relax and enjoy the rest of my life on my farm in Minnesota and to do some traveling both throughout America and overseas. I have multiple projects that I wish to pursue and will now be able to dedicate my time fully to them. It is time to stop counting dollars and to start counting the stars,” said the 63-year-old Denman in a release from Santa Anita. Denman’s retirement from Santa Anita won’t affect his gig high atop the Del Mar grandstand as the seaside ovals to shortened meets will fit into his plans for now, which was good news to the ears of Joe Harper, Del Mar CEO and president. “He’s the best,” said Harper. “I can tell you I’ve been around racetracks since

Solana Beach seeks applications for 20 commission vacancies The city of Solana Beach has announced several openings on various volunteer committees. Volunteers serve in an advisory capacity as official members of these appointed bodies. Applications are being accepted through Thursday, Jan. 14, 2016 by 5:30 p.m. The City Council is scheduled to make the appointments at the Jan. 27, 2016 City Council meeting. The City Council will be appointing 20 Solana Beach residents to serve on these local Citizen Commissions:

Trevor Denman, (center) track announcer at the Del Mar Racetrack, hosts Donuts At Del Mar with trainer Doug O’Neill and jockey Chantal Sutherland. Photo by Ed Zieralski the end of World War II and Trevor is the best ever. I’m glad he decided to stay at Del Mar for both the summer and fall meets. He can’t be replaced easily.” Santa Anita did not name a full-time replacement for Denman, but will use Michael Wrona and Frank Mirahmandi to help fill in this year while searching for a new voice. Both announcers are likely to receive strong consideration for the fulltime post. “We are not going to replace an icon of three decades in less than three weeks, nor are we going to try. Santa Anita will undertake a worldwide search to find the next voice of The

Great Race Place for the next generation,” said Joe Morris, SVP West Coast Operations for the Stronach Group in a press release. “… While it is possible that the right candidate ultimately might indeed be Michael or Frank, we owe it to our fans to find the perfect person, whomever and wherever they may be.” One local candidate who may receive a consideration is Fallbrook High graduate John Lies, who is the track announcer at both Lone Star Park in Texas and Kentucky Downs. Lies also works at Del Mar as the simulcast host and does selections for the program. Lies has also served as Denman’s backup at Del Mar the last few years.

• Budget & Finance • Climate Action • Parks & Recreation • Public Arts • View Assessment More information and the applications, called citizen interest forms, can be found on the city’s website at www.cityofsolanabeach.org or at Solana Beach City Hall, 635 S. Highway 101. Please contact the city clerk with any questions at 858-720-2400.

Del Mar seeks applications for 10 commission vacancies The city of Del Mar has several openings on its volunteer committees. Interested citizens should complete an application, called a citizen interest form and submit it to the city’s administrative services department. For more information, pick up an application at the City of Del Mar, Administrative Services Department, 1050 Camino del Mar, Del Mar, CA 92014 or apply online, visit www.delmar.ca.us/347/Committee-Vacancies • Ad Hoc San Dieguito Double Track Project Committee • Business Support Advisory Committee • Design Review Board • Fairgrounds Master Plan Ad Hoc Advisory Committee • Shores Advisory Committee • Sustainability Advisory Board

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CV resident celebrates 100th birthday and still leads a full and happy life STORY AND PHOTOS BY KAREN BILLING At Brookdale Carmel Valley, resident Betty Gentillon recently celebrated 100 fabulous years. The lively, gregarious and admittedly “uninhibited” Betty couldn’t wait to blow out the candles on her cake. “I’ve had a wonderful, beautiful life and I’m still having it,” Gentillon said, a corsage pinned to her top and a glass of champagne in hand. “This is a fabulous party for me, and I love it here.” The Dec. 4 Mexican fiesta at Brookdale was a lead-in to a huge bash that Saturday at her son John’s house in Carmel Valley with nearly 80 guests expected. Many of her friends are in their 90s and would be attending. This was the second 100-year-old birthday celebrated at Brookdale in the last two weeks. “There must be something in the water,” said Carol Pisniecki of Brookdale. “This is very rare in my 26 years of doing this in three different states.” Gentillon was born on Dec. 6, 1915 in Lansing, Michigan and moved to California when she was a child. During the Great Depression her father lost his job at the Ford plant, and so, along with Betty, her three sisters and one brother, the family traveled in a Model T across the country to California, sleeping in parks along the way because they had little money. They eventually made it to Hollywood, where the family had relatives in the movie business. The relatives housed Betty and her family and gave them clothes to wear — old movie clothes from the costume department where they worked. Eventually Betty’s parents found jobs

The birthday girl Betty Gentillon with son John Gentillon and great nephew Ryan Swanson. and they moved to Santa Monica. Betty attended Santa Monica High School and lived in the city for most of her life. It was in Santa Monica that she met her husband Marcel, to whom she was married for 60 years until his death in 2001. Marcel was the assistant director of public works and they met when she was working as the secretary for the mayor. John said his lovely mother was quite the “hot ticket” in the office. “Marcel had the most beautiful smile,” Betty said, pointing out a picture of the couple on the Brookdale piano. “He was 6’ 3’’ and everybody loved him. He used to sing to

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me, ‘I don’t know why I love you like I do.’” Marcel proposed before serving in World War II and the couple had two children, John and Jeanne, who lives in Altadena. Betty also has three grandchildren, Phil, Meredith and Torrey, and two great-grandchildren, Dexter and Wesley Uhewson. In Santa Monica, Gentillon was a socialite and was part of the The Kiwani-annes (the women’s branch of the Santa Monica Kiwanis Club) and the Las Duenas Debutantes. She had a lot of friends from her involvement in the organizations, where she did social work and helped raise money for various charities.

After Marcel retired in 1970, Gentillon worked part time at the Palisades Park Visitor’s Center and loved meeting and speaking with people who were new to her city. “She thought nothing of bringing people from other countries to come and spend the night at our home if they had no place to go, so I grew up meeting people from all over the world,” John recalled. Betty took up golfing in her 50s and has three holes in one to her name. She was one of the top ladies players at the Pamona Golf Country Club. A big dancer, she and Marcel See BIRTHDAY, page 23

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10 Questions: La Jolla Music Society’s new director, Kristin Lancino, knows performing arts world Kristin Lancino is the new director of La Jolla Music Society, moving to town after a serving as an independent artistic and strategic consultant, with a three-decade career in the arts. Previously, Lancino was the executive director of IMG Artists, overseeing the artist management divisions for North and South America. Prior, she was vice-president for G. Schirmer Inc., North America’s most vital music publishing company. At Schirmer, she conceived and developed “Scores on Demand,” and worked to negotiate complex media and copyright issues across all areas of the performing arts, including opera and ballet. As a consultant, she served as interim artistic director for the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center, helping with long-range institutional planning, international touring, artistic programing and commissioning projects. She also served for 14 years at Carnegie Hall, as director of artistic planning, where she developed professional training workshops that were led by artists such as Pierre Boulez, Alfred Brendel, Marilyn Horne and Isaac Stern, as well as renewing the tradition of family concerts and directing the Carnegie Hall/Rockefeller International American Music Competition. • Who or what inspires you? What inspires me is simplicity and straightforwardness. Like when your child asks you a question about life or when you witness kindness between people. • If you hosted a dinner party for eight, whom (living or deceased) would you invite? If you are suggesting I host rather than cook or clean up, that is pivotal information. In that scenario, I would then host my recently “late” father, Jack, and his mother, “Muz.” Dad was an amazing Episcopal priest and family counselor, and his mother was the most terrific pain in the a** I will ever meet. I just loved her. I would also like to include Pope Francis and Mother Teresa. While I am beginning to sound quite religious, I’m actually someone who is driven more by issues of humanity, more than most anything else. I would gratefully include in this guest list Martin

Anyone passionately “disliking.” • What is your most-prized possession? I prize both my family memories and my memory. • What do you do for fun? I love to wake up early when the rest of the household is totally asleep. • What is your motto or philosophy of life? Don’t look left or right, just look forward. • What would be your dream vacation? A house in France for months with friends and family visiting, cooking, enjoying each other’s company — with lots of cheese, baguettes and wine — and a couple

of bicycles. • What clothing item in your closet will you never part with? A wool, red and green kilt my mother made for me when I was in high school; all plaids matching perfectly and there is kilt pin and fringe, too. What a talented, creative woman she is — and a superb baker, too! •What are your favorite comfort foods? French fries, pizza, my husband’s Bolognese sauce or his homemade mac and cheese — clearly not the best health choices, but you asked!

Sustainability Advisory Board meeting on plastic bag ban proposal to be held Dec. 17 in Del Mar Kristin Lancino Luther King, Eleanor Roosevelt and Alice Walker. And, as the staff at La Jolla Music Society knows, I also have a soft spot for the trials of Harry Potter; his participation would be fun … add my husband, Thierry, too. • What are you currently reading? It’s a book called “Quiet,” by Susan Cain. Look it up and know why. • What is it that you most dislike?

The City of Del Mar’s Sustainability Advisory Board (SAB) is inviting the community to come and learn about its proposal for a plastic bag ban in Del Mar. The meeting will be held on Thursday, Dec. 17, from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m., at the City Hall Annex (235 11th St. Del Mar, CA 92014). Over the past few years, the SAB has been very interested in recommending that the City of Del Mar implement an ordinance to ban the use of plastic bags by retail establishments and restaurants. Many cities in California have enacted this type of ordinance, including Solana Beach and Encinitas. Legislation was approved in 2014 in California authorizing a statewide ban, however that legislation is now subject to a referendum vote in November 2016. The Dec. 17 SAB meeting will provide residents with an opportunity to hear more about what is being proposed and to share their thoughts on the SAB’s work to develop a plastic bag ban in Del Mar. Refreshments will be served. The SAB presented a plastic bag ban proposal to the City Council on Dec. 7. The City Council directed the SAB to continue their efforts to draft an ordinance for consideration in February 2016. For more information, visit http://www.delmar.ca.us/278/Sustainable-Del-Mar or contact Management Services Director Kristen Crane at (858) 755-9313, x132.

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Your Donation Will Change The Life of a Student Struggling in School Learning Problems are Consider sponsoring a child in part or in whole: Growing in North County When school is not going well, parents look to tutoring as a solution, but tutoring often doesn’t seem to work. More and more students come home from school only to work with a tutor and then spend hours and hours doing homework. Tears and family stress are a way of life in more and more families in North County. What many families don’t know is that most learning and attention challenges and disabilities can be dramatically improved or permanently corrected. Maria Bagby, founder of the North County Literacy Foundation (NCLF) said, “Learning problems don’t have to be permanent. There are evidence-based therapies that develop the underlying processes causing difficulties in learning.” Bagby continued, “Training the child’s underlying learning processes is the most effective way to help children with attention & learning problems reach their full potential now and in the future. Schools and years of tutoring just aren’t solving the problem for these children.” The good news is that research has proven the brain can change. Studies in brain neuroplasticity reveal strengthening the weaker underlying processes allows these students to catch up and become successful and independent life-long learners.

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‘Furious Falcons’ 1st in robotics game at Southern California FLL Championship The Furious Falcons First Lego League (FLL) Team won the first place in the Robot Game category in the Southern California Championship Tournament on Dec. 6 at Legoland. Earlier, the team had won the first place in Robot Game and the first place in Robot Design in the Regional Qualification Tournament on Nov. 17. FLL gains popularity every year among upper elementary and middle school students who participate in the challenges by programming an autonomous robot to score points on a themed playing field (Robot Game), developing a solution to a problem they have identified (Project), all guided by the FLL Core Values. This year’s theme is “Trash Trek,” a topic on trash reduction, recycling and reusing. The Furious Falcons Team is composed of seven middle school students who love Lego robot and programming. They are Leonard Fan, Aaron Huang, Heidi Lau, Nicholas Liu, Emily Shi, Joshua You, and Michael Zeng from Carmel Valley and Rancho Penasquitos. Some are competing for the second season in FLL. The team is coached by Olivia Tian, Mingxi Fan and Soon Lau. Tian also co-coached last year’s Furious Falcons team that won the SoCal Championship and participated the 2015 LEGO World Festival in St. Louis. This year’s team worked really hard in

perfecting robotic design and performance. They built a compact and robust robot named “Bob” and creatively used gyro-sensor and light sensors to guide its movements with efficient programming which successfully achieved 745 points in the Championship Tournament. For their “Trash Trek” project, the team invented an S.O.S. (Simple, Odorless and Slim) innovative composting method to encourage more families with or without backyards to turn fruit and vegetable scraps to soil amendment. The children shared their solution with friends in the neighborhood and at church. They also presented in the San Diego Kids Expo and interviewed a few professionals. Diane Hazard, from the Solana Center for Environmental Innovation, was very impressed with the children’s research and commended the solution would encourage more people to compost who would normally shy away from the traditional methods. Over the summer, the Furious Falcons team raised $2,000 themselves by running a week-long summer camp to teach young children Lego robotics programming. They have also run many workshops at different schools to promote FLL and assisted other FLL teams in programming throughout the year. Their goal is to encourage more kids to participate in FLL in the future.

MiraCosta College lecture on ‘The Blob,’ El Nino Dec. 18 MiraCosta College presents a lecture on “The Blob,” El Niño and other related topics from 1-3 p.m. on Dec. 18 by Martha Schonau of Scripps Institution of Oceanography. She will talk about recent atmospheric and oceanic anomalies in the Pacific, focusing on the “The Blob” and El Niño and their potential impacts on the ecosystem at the San Elijo Campus of MiraCosta College, 3333 Manchester Ave., Cardiff, Room 201. For details, email lifesanelijo@gmail.com.

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Volunteers needed for San Diego Police Department’s Northwestern Division Retired Senior Volunteer Patrol The San Diego Police Department’s Northwestern Division is recruiting volunteers for its Retired Senior Volunteer Patrol, or RSVP program. Volunteers must be at least 50 years of age, semi or fully retired, hold a valid California driver’s license and available at least two to three days a month for patrol duties. New volunteers are also required to spend one week in training at the police academy for indoctrination of procedures and policy. The areas patrolled are Carmel Valley, Miramar, Mira Mesa, Sorrento Valley, Torrey Hills and Del Sur. If interested in the RSVP program, email Armand Olvera at beepa@san.rr.com or Steve Eisold at seisold@sbcglobal.net. Additionally, you may call the Northwestern Station RSVP office at 858-523-7021.

DM Heights second graders selling handmade ornaments to raise funds for autism school Second graders at Del Mar Heights School will be selling handmade holiday ornaments at Beach Side Del Mar Vons on Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 12 and 13 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The second graders have chosen to raise funds for a nonprofit school devoted to teaching children with autism. The school is called Grow My Way and is located in Poway in a unique location on a farm. The second graders will have an opportunity to visit the farm during National Autism Awareness Month in April. “Our hope is that our second-grade children will learn how to be successful in contributing to their community by making holiday ornaments and selling them to raise money for organization,” said Eleni Ammirati, the grade level representative for Heights Cares, a philanthropic group at Del Mar Heights School.

Carmel Valley resident to see play come to life at The Old Globe Carmel Valley resident Emily Midgley recently was named a winner in the Playwrights Project, and her play “The Acquittal” will be produced as part of the Project’s 31st annual Festival of Plays by Young Writers at The Old Globe this Jan. 23-31, 2016. The festival will feature winning scripts from its California Young Playwrights Contest for ages 18 and under. Contest winners were selected from 269 plays submitted by students from across the state. Four scripts will receive full professional productions, and two scripts will receive staged readings in this highly regarded festival of new voices. Midgley, who attends The Bishop’s School in La Jolla, was a winner in the Program B category, for ages 16 and up. Emily’s play, “The Acquittal,” is set in a seemingly benevolent futuristic society where protagonist Jeston discovers the hidden forces of evil that are used to ensure the blind compliance of the people. Emily will be mentored by Aleta Barthell, and her play will be directed by George Yé. All contest submissions were evaluated by theatre professionals who volunteered their time and expertise. Final judges in the selection process included Deborah Salzer (Founder of Playwrights Project), Martin Benson (Founding Co-Artistic Director of South Coast Rep), Randy Reinholz (PSFA Director of Community Engagement and Innovative Programs at San Diego State University and Producing Artistic Director, Native Voices at the Autry), Shirley Fishman (Resident Dramaturg of La Jolla Playhouse),

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Roberts elected first vice president for state association of counties The California State Association of Counties (CSAC) elected San Diego County Supervisor Dave Roberts to serve as First Vice President of the Association for the next year. He was officially installed Dec. 3 at CSAC’s Annual Meeting in Monterey County. “California’s counties play a major role in the issues that are most critical to the health and well-being of the people we serve,” Roberts said. “Health care, public safety, transportation, the environment and this year we also have effects from the drought to worry about. As First Vice President of CSAC, I am looking forward to working on behalf of all 58 California Counties on the things that matter most to people in their daily lives.” Supervisor Richard Forster from Amador County was elected to serve as President of CSAC and Supervisor Leticia Perez from Kern County will serve as Second Vice President. Stanislaus County Supervisor Vito Chiesa moves to Immediate Past President. “Supervisor Roberts’ experience in one of the largest counties in the state gives him the ability to see both the big picture of policy issues, as well as the impact they have on individuals,” said CSAC Executive Director Matt Cate. “San Diego County has taken a proactive approach to the health and well-being of the people there. Supervisor Roberts’ commonsense approach and willingness to build consensus have been key parts of that effort. I am looking forward to working with him as we deal with vital issues in Sacramento and the Nation’s Capital.” The California State Association of Counties is the voice of California’s 58 counties at the state and federal level.

USO San Diego feeds Thanksgiving meals to over 1,800 servicemembers USO San Diego provided a touch of home for over 1,800 military personnel on Thanksgiving. “USO San Diego is family to many stationed in this region,” said Arne Nelson, Chief Executive Officer of USO San Diego. “We wanted to make sure as many military as possible were taken care of on Thanksgiving and we couldn’t have done this without the help of GEICO, La Jolla Rotary Club, Chef DK, the Manchester Grand Hyatt, the Hotel del Coronado, Coco’s and our amazing volunteers.” From Noon to 3 p.m., USO San Diego’s Downtown Center served 300 meals to service members and military families. The USO Neil Ash Airport Center provided over 170 meals to travelers through the San Diego International Airport. Over 1,350 Thanksgiving meals were served beyond the centers’ walls. A

total of 590 meals were distributed to those on shore duty and to ships, USS AMERICA (LHA-6), USS NEW ORLEANS (LPD-18), USS LAKE CHAMPLAIN (CG-57), and US Coast Guard Cutter Petrel (WPB-87350) and Naval Medical Center San Diego. United States Marine Corps units at Camp Pendleton and the Del Mar area received 760 Thanksgiving meals from USO San Diego. These units were: Unit 3rd Low Altitude Air Defense (LAAD), Marine Air Support Squadron 3 (MASS 3), 1st Recon, the Single Marine Program (SMP) and Amphibious Assault students. “Thanks so much to all the awesome volunteers at USO San Diego for a wonderful Thanksgiving dinner, our family was really stoked and everyone was really nice!” said Rob Rainwater, U.S. Navy. USO San Diego is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization relying on the generosity of volunteers and donors. To learn more about USO San Diego and our patriotic mission, please visit usosandiego.org.

SD Chapter of the California Special Districts Association holding Video Contest for middle and high school students The San Diego Chapter, an affiliate of the California Special Districts Association, is initiating a Video Contest for middle and high school students, in an effort to provide educational outreach and awareness of special districts and their role in local government. The one-minute entertaining and creative video will focus on educating the public about “What’s So Special About Special Districts?” Videos can be submitted now through March 1, 2016. Four winners in San Diego County will receive $1,500 in cash awards to be split between the school and student(s). The Video Contest’s mission is to engage students and teachers about special districts, and the videos can be used as public service announcements, on websites and television. All details about the contest, including Video Contest rules and application, are all on line at the website www.SanDiegoCSDA.weebly.com. All videos should be submitted by YouTube link and applications uploaded through the website. Any questions on the Video Contest can be directed to the Contest Chair Kathleen Hedberg at kchedberg@cox.net or 619994-6900.

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DM resident wins singles and doubles title at national tennis tournament Canyon Crest Junior and Del Mar resident Roman Shenkiryk had lots to be thankful for this past Thanksgiving holiday as he won the Boys 16s Singles and the Boys 16s Doubles Title at the USTA Open Regional held in Tucson, Arizona, Nov. 27-29. The dual victories catapulted Shenkiryk’s singles ranking in the Southern California section to No. 23 in singles and No. 11 in doubles. The tournament, which draws the most talented junior tennis players from Arizona, California and other Southwestern states, is considered one the of the top junior tennis tournaments in the region. Shenkiryk, who has been playing competitively since age eight, expressed pride in winning the two titles. “I made it may goal to do well in this tournament. So to walk away with both the singles and the doubles titles, was really pretty special,” said Shenkiryk. Shenkiryk, who has lived in Del Mar the past three years, has played on the Canyon Crest Academy tennis team for the past two years, making the varsity team as a freshman. He is exploring various colleges where he can pursue his tennis career. “I have been busy doing research on a variety of colleges. In that my education at Canyon Crest Academy has provided me with a solid college preparatory education, I am actively searching for schools that have a strong academic reputation as well as a strong tennis team,” said Shenkiryk. Shenkiryk is looking forward to playing in more tournaments over the holidays. “I am hoping that I can win my way to having as merry a Christmas as I did at Thanksgiving — and add a few more trophies to my collection.”

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Sharks U12 All-Stars win Tournament The Sharks U12 Lady All-Stars dominated the La Jolla tournament this weekend with a decisive 6-1 victory over the Poway All-Stars in the final. The victory capped a weekend of strong play as the team allowed only 2 goals and scored 18 goals over 4 games. Head Coach Chris Chan said team play was the key behind the victories. “These girls played together and played for each other every single game,” said Coach Chan. “It is a pleasure to coach these incredibly talented young ladies.” The All-Star team will compete in the Mesa Tournament this coming weekend and hope to extend their winning record.

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San Diego Surf Academy Select BU9 wins San Diego Surf Thanksgiving Challenge It was a stellar performance by the San Diego Surf Academy Select BU9 team in the San Diego Surf Thanksgiving Challenge. These boys went undefeated the entire tournament with Surf Soccer Club scoring a total of 25 goals while allowing only 10. The finals took place on Sunday, Nov. 29, at the San Diego Polo Fields, where the boys battled against the talented Albion Soccer Club. It was a cold and rainy Thanksgiving Weekend, but the competition heated up in the finals that afternoon. At the end of the first half, Surf Soccer Club found themselves tie 2 - 2, with a goal from Jaziel Segura and Jacquel Ferguson for Surf Soccer Club. Surf played tough and by the end of the first half Jacquel scored another goal placing them up by one at 3 - 2. In the last minute of regulation time, Albion scored an equalizer making it 3 - 3, sending the game into overtime. In overtime, it got even more intense with soccer moms, dads, and fans cheering like crazy. All the while, Coach Dave Currie remained calm and collective. With his positive leadership, the team continued to battle it out and with only 1 minutes left in overtime, Jaquel Ferguson dribbled 3 defenders and scored another beautiful shot to take a 4 - 3 victory. “It was a well deserved win. These boys worked hard and they earned it”, says Coach Dave Currie. Congratulations to San Diego Surf Academy for their success in San Diego Surf Thanksgiving Challenge.

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Solana Ranch Science Olympiad Team wins trophy in Carmel Valley Middle School Invitational

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On Dec. 5, Carmel Valley Middle School held its first Science Olympiad Invitational Competition. Solana Ranch Elementary School won first place in the multi-school wide Invitational Division in three events: Scrambler, Disease Detective, and Bio Process. The Solana Ranch Team medaled in 11 of 23 events and won 3rd place overall. This is Solana Ranch Elementary School’s second year participating in the Science Olympiad Competition. The students look forward to the San Diego Region Competition in February 2016.

Canyon Crest Academy Baseball presents first annual Alumni Game and Home Run Derby Canyon Crest Academy Baseball presents the first annual Alumni Game and Home Run Derby Jan. 2, 2016 at on the new CCA baseball field. Breakfast: 8:30-11:30

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Register by Dec. 15 for North Shore Girls Softball Registration for the Spring 2016 season of recreational girls softball at nsgsl.com by Dec. 15 to avoid a late fee and guarantee placement on a team. North Shore Girls Softball is a recreational girls softball league of more than 300 girls ages 5 to 14, from Carmel Valley, Torrey Hills, Del Mar, Solana Beach, Rancho Santa Fe and nearby neighborhoods. All girls are welcome to join, regardless of experience or residency. North Shore is dedicated not only to developing softball fundamentals in young athletes, but also developing leadership, friendship, citizenship, and sportsmanship. Fees range from $95 to $225 depending on division. For details, visit nsgsl.com or email info@nsgsl.com.

Torrey Pines HS to host Under Armour Holiday Basketball Tournament Dec. 26-30 Torrey Pines High School will once again host the 26th Annual Under Armour Holiday Classic Basketball Tournament Dec. 26-30. Eighty-one high school teams from 10 states will be competing in this four-day event. National Division games will be played at Torrey Pines High School. Tickets are $12/ day for adults and students; $8 for seniors and children 5-12; 5 and under are free. Discounted four-day passes will be available for purchase on the first day of the tournament. American Division games will be held at Escondido High School, Governor’s Division at Santa Fe Christian, Senator’s Division at La Costa Canyon High School and the Mayor’s Division at La Jolla County Day. Tickets at these venues will $10/day for adults and students; $8 for seniors and children from 5-12; 5 and under are free. Discounted four-day passes will be available for purchase on the first day of the tournament. Some of the participating teams include Fairfax High School (last year’s National Division Champions), St. Frances Academy (MD), Foothills Christian(CA), Oldsmar Christian (FL), Advanced Preparatory International (TX), Brewster Academy (NH), Corona Centennial (CA), Bellevue (WA), Fairfax (CA), Pebblebrook (GA), all nationally ranked. Top players participating are last year’s MVP, Lorne Currie from Fairfax (committed to Long Beach State), TJ Leaf from Foothills Christian (committed to UCLA), Ike Anibongu from Corona Centennial along with Jalen Hill (both committed to UCLA), and Trevon Duval from Advanced Prep International, the No. 1 point guard in class of 2017 to name a few. Some notable tournament alum include NBA’s Kyrie Irving, Michael Kidd-Gilchrist, DeMar DeRozan, Chase Budinger, Russell Westbrook and Klay Thompson. For information on the tournament including schedules, brackets, site directions and a full list of participating teams, please visit www.theholidyclassic.org.

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Del Mar Powerhouse 14u wins USABF Holiday for Cheer Title On Sunday, Dec. 6, the Del Mar Powerhouse 14u baseball team won the 2015 USABF Holiday for Cheer Tournament in San Diego. The team outscored their opponents by a combined score of 21-5 over the course of four games. In a well-played championship game, the Powerhouse team prevailed by a final score of 4-1. This is the 14u squad’s second tournament championship of the 2015-16 season. Del Mar Powerhouse is a premier travel baseball organization based in Carmel Valley. The 14u team is currently looking for a few select 8th grade players to join its team in 2016. Please contact PowerHouse Baseball at powerhousebb@gmail.com for more information.

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Letters to the editor/Opinion Would you obligate yourself to pay out more than anyone else? Should a school district? On Thursday, Dec. 10, each San Dieguito Union High School District board member will cast their vote on whether they approve a new contract with their Faculty Association. The new agreement, like the old agreement, will still contain multiple steps where an increase in pay of around $2,000 will happen due to the completion of a year of service or another year of education. What else is exactly in the new agreement I am not sure since I cannot find it on the school district website even though the board meeting is less then five days away. But looking at Page 213 of the agenda, I am pretty sure the agreement will result in the district offering its teachers the highest salary in the county. And after getting a 7 percent retroactive increase now and an additional 5.5 percent next year, if they are not the highest paid assuming I am reading the following statement right, “Salary reopener for 2017-18; review of certain benchmark salaries within SD County to remain at highest paid teacher salaries,” the district will be required to try and make it happen. Not sure about you, but that is not an obligation I would make to anyone, in business or at home. Please contact your board and tell them if there are benchmarks included in the contract language have them be: percentage of students that finish high school, percentage of students that get accepted into college, percentage of students that feel they are learning; not benchmarks that could put the district in a bidding war or financial jeopardy. Steven McDowell Update: As this newspaper was going to press we received notice that the vote referenced in this letter has been tentatively postponed for one week.

A solution to One Paseo’s impact on emergency response time The Torrey Pines Community Planning Board (TPCPB) solution to One Paseo’s impact on emergency response times from Station 24, is to have a two-person Emergency/Fire Fast Response Squad located west of I-5 during the construction of Kilroy’s One Paseo and remain in place until the City Traffic Engineer and the City Fire Chief can certify that the Synchronized Traffic Control System meets the City’s Emergency Response Time of seven minutes to locations west of I-5. Why is response time a critical factor in heart attacks? The American Heart Association (AHA) has established that a 5-minute response time saves heart attack victims when an electric shock (defibrillation) can reestablish the normal sinus heart rhythm. There is a 10 percent increase in the mortality rate every minute over the standard. Based upon Fire Chief Mainar’s letter, Fire Station 24 fails to attain the City Standard within Torrey Pines. A heart attack victim’s chance of survival have been diminished by 35-40 percent due to traffic congestion on Del Mar Heights Road. Why is response time and access to Crest Canyon Open Space Preserve a critical emergency factor? Crest Canyon has been left in a natural state and the steep slopes are covered in fast burning chaparral. The canyon is listed as a High Fire Danger Zone. A canyon fire will quickly spread three times faster uphill and jump 50 percent farther than compared to level ground. The only “Brush Fire vehicle” capable of directly entering Crest Canyon is located at Fire Station 24. A Fast Response Squad could take up a defensive position along the ridge line to slow the uphill fire until the Brush Truck can enter the canyon. What are the issues with the proposed Synchronized Traffic Control System? There are several obstacles that may prevent the synchronized traffic system from working as intended. Caltrans has not relinquished control of their I-5 metered ramps system and no studies of what the traffic impact on I-5 congestion by Del Mar Heights Road ( DMHR) have been done. The Del Mar Heights Bridge constricts the traffic flow westbound into Torrey Pines. The Caltrans project to build a entirely new bridge and intersection at I-5 and DMHR is unfunded. The level of service (LOS) for DMHR is an “F” or constant stop and go traffic during peak hours due to back-up to the I-5 metered ramps. Even if all the westbound traffic lights are turned “green” once a 911 call is received at Station 24, traffic laws require that drivers pull to the right shoulder even if the light is green to allow emergency vehicles to pass by. There are no shoulders on the DMH bridge to pull over to. Dennis Ridz, past Chair TPCPB

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School board should postpone pay increase vote Today (Dec. 7) I requested from San Dieguito Union High School Board President Beth Hergesheimer a postponement of the vote for the across-the board 12.5 percent pay increase for all San Dieguito Union High School District employees, which the school board will be having this Thursday, Dec. 10, at 6:30 p.m. at the district office. I asked that she postpone the vote until the January meeting, after having a “open to the public” workshop to answer questions that I and the members of the public have. All I want is a one month delay for the vote, so we can have a workshop and have mine and other board members questions answered. If the pay increase is passed the timing of our vote won’t affect our employees getting the raise as this is a retroactive pay increase to July of this year. If we have a workshop it will also allow the public to ask questions. We are talking about over $5 million more in yearly wages being paid. How will this affect classroom crowding, school safety, school counselors, etc? I believe we need to be as transparent about our budget as possible, we can not give the appearance of having organized labor forcing the vote without proper vetting of all the ramification of our actions. If the postponement is not granted by Mrs. Hergesheimer, the school board will be voting on this without any real input from the public. This really could be perceived as dirty backroom dealings and it would be a shame to not have the public have adequate notice so we could hear from them. I believe we should always want to hear what the taxpayers feel about wage increases, especially such a extremely large wage increase. As a side-note, this 12.5 percent wage increase was only published (without any prior notice) from the district on Friday, Dec. 4. John Salazar, Board Member San Dieguito Union High School District Update: As this newspaper was going to press we received notice that the vote referenced in this letter has been tentatively postponed for one week.

Lightner selected for second term as City Council president On Dec. 7, the San Diego City Council voted unanimously to select District 1 Councilmember Sherri Lightner to serve a second term as council president. “I am honored that my colleagues have chosen me for a second term,” Lightner said. “I’d like to thank all my colleagues for working together to make the past year so successful and productive. We have a lot to accomplish in the coming year, and I’m looking forward to continuing to work collaboratively with the mayor and council to tackle the challenges ahead.” During her final year in office, Lightner will continue to work with the mayor and council on priority initiatives including public safety, water reliability and

Sherri Lightner sustainability, budget stability, infrastructure improvements, restoring and expanding recreation center and library hours, economic development, the Climate Action Plan, City Charter revisions, cyber-security and the promotion of the San Diego-Tijuana Megaregion.

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More questions than answers BY MARSHA SUTTON Late last Friday it was revealed that the San Dieguito Union High School District’s Board of Trustees would be voting to accept an agreement with its teachers union (the San Dieguito Faculty Association — SDFA) this Thursday night, Dec. 10, at its regular board meeting. Although the agreement calls for a staggering 12.5 percent increase in pay for this year and next fiscal year, that’s just one issue. Perhaps the raise is deserved, perhaps not. But the kicker is that the distressingly late notice and hasty call for action mean there is no time for the public to read this agreement, weigh in on it, and share their thoughts with their elected officials. No where is it posted or available publicly. SDUHSD superintendent Rick Schmitt said the SDFA has not yet concluded its vote to accept the agreement, as of press time, which will likely happen by

Marsha Sutton Wed., Dec. 9 – one day before the trustees’ board meeting. So we can’t see it until it’s been accepted, and that doesn’t happen until less than 24 hours before the district is asking the board to vote on it. Although yet to be approved by the SDFA membership, this agreement has been signed and accepted by Bob Croft, president of the SDFA, and Torrie Norton, associate superintendent of human resources, on behalf of the district. In short, it’s a done deal for SDFA. Greater than the details of the agreement, for now

though, is the sunshine factor. The district wants board members to consider this deal and have it signed, sealed and delivered in one day without informing the public in advance and giving taxpayers a chance to understand the financial ramifications. Why not postpone the vote? Schmitt makes no apologies, saying this timeline follows a history of how it’s been done in the past. If that’s the only reason, then it’s time to break with tradition. Without full disclosure, this feels like a backroom deal that’s being pushed through under the radar, in secret. Any trustee who votes to support this on Thursday, if the vote is not postponed, is supporting not just this contract but is casting a vote against open government. A “yes” vote at this early stage means rejecting transparency and embrac-

ing instead a disturbing strategy of hiding spending from taxpayers. In the interest of respect for the public and a solemn duty as elected officials, each trustee should be urged to support a postponement of this vote to allow enough reasonable time for review. Anything else would be an insult to those who elected them and a betrayal of the public trust. The deal With little time to digest the impact of this raise or gather and study comparative data from the county and other nearby districts, it’s difficult to judge whether the increase is appropriate. On the surface, it seems high – a 7 percent increase for 2015-2016, retroactive to July 1, 2015, plus another 5.5 percent for 2016-2017. Plus, there’s the $1,000 English Learner stipend (what some would call a bonus) that’s now to be incorporated into the salary structure rather than itemized out as a separate stipend. It’s paid to teachers certificated to teach English learners, even though all teachers must now have this certification. This costs, and under the new contract will continue to cost, the district about $500,000 a year. The agreement also calls for a salary reopener discussion for 2017-2018, so there may be further increases to come. There’s more. According to Schmitt, the same deal will be given to all employees, not just certificated teaching staff. That would include Schmitt himself (whose salary is $220,000), and his four associate superintendents who are each paid $162,250. The raise would extend to all management (principals, assistant principals, directors) as well as all classified employees (support staff, custodians, librarians, and oth-

ers).

“That’s been our history,” to give the same benefits to all employees that the SDFA negotiates for its teachers, Schmitt said. There are so many unanswered questions. This is not to say the district has been evasive; it has not. It only means there has not been enough time (there was only one work day) to obtain sufficient answers and digest the information before deadline. Even though many details are missing, the public should be aware of what’s about to happen this week. Regardless of the merits of the increase, the immediate need is to postpone the vote this Thursday to allow the public time to review the contract. Ignoring this requirement for transparency would be an outrage. — Marsha Sutton can be reached at marshasutton@gmail.com. UPDATE: Although Supt. Schmitt was adamant that there would be no delay for a vote on this item when we spoke on Monday, there is now indication that, perhaps due to public pressure, he may do just that. A proposal has been forwarded to board members to reschedule the vote on the contract for Dec. 17 at 4 p.m. This oneweek postponement is tentative. People interested in this item should check the district website for confirmation of details, and can call the district office (760-753-6491) and speak to either Torrie Norton or ask for the superintendent’s office to see a copy of the proposed contract.

San Dieguito Union High School District Superintendent Rick Schmitt’s Monthly Update Superintendent Rick Schmitt regularly updates the greater San Dieguito Union High School District community through our local media with a monthly update. Topics may include academics, facilities, budget, enrollment, safety, and other specific and special interest topics. Today’s update focuses on a variety of student assessment topics. BY RICK SCHMITT Earlier this fall, many of our families received the results of the 2015 California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) which measures the achievement of students in the areas of English language arts/Literacy (ELA) and Math at grades 3-8 and 11. Spring of 2015 was the first time students in our district and across the state took these assessments and received scores. Previous administrations of the test were part of field testing and did not yield individual or collective results. The CAASPP replaces the California Standards Tests (CST’s), also known as STAR tests, which had been in place since 1996. The CAASPP represents a significant shift in both what skills and knowledge are assessed and how student learning is assessed. The CAASPP assesses student mastery of our new state standards for ELA and Math which place greater emphasis on deep conceptual understanding, critical thinking, and application of knowledge and skills rather than rote memorization, recall and decontextualized facts and knowledge. The CAASPP assessments are entirely computerbased and include a variety of assessment items types, most of which are not multiple choice, and which require students to analyze text and data and use evidence and writing to explain and justify conclusions.

The shifts in our state standards and the related assessments reflect an emphasis on the skills that our students need for post-secondary success in college and the workplace. Any time our students take an assessment for the first time, we never know quite what to expect because Rick Schmitt we don’t have a basis for comparison, but, as usual, SDUHSD students performed extremely well on the CAASPP. In ELA, only 7% of our students performed in the “Standard Not Met” range while 25% and 30% did so in San Diego County and California respectively. In Math, 13% of SDUHSD students scored in “Standard Not Met” range while 31% and 37% did so in the county and state. This level of achievement is a reflection of the great students with which our families entrust us as well as the dedication and skill of our teachers and site administrators. All these factors work in unison to support the success of our students. While we are proud of the performance of our students, because 2015 was the first time our students took the CAASPP, these scores serve as a baseline against which we will measure future growth. While it’s tempting to do so, it’s important to remember that the CAASPP measures a very different set of knowledge and skills than the previous tests (CST’s) and therefore student achievement on the two tests cannot be compared with any validity. We will use the 2015 scores as a starting point to measure both individual and collective student

growth and the identify areas in which we can improve. While the shift to new standards for ELA and Math, as well as to the new assessments tied to these standards, has not been without its challenges, we continue to believe that these shifts are in the best interests of our students as they more accurately reflect the knowledge and skills our students need to find success in whatever path they choose after high school, whether that be college or a career. The new state standards and the CAASPP also align more closely with other high stakes external assessments that most of our students will take during their high school careers. Advanced Placement (AP) tests have always placed an emphasis on analysis, critical thinking, and writing and the SAT and ACT, the two major assessments used for college entrance, both already do or will more heavily emphasize these skills. The ACT was revised in 2014 to align more closely with the College and Career Readiness standards that are at the heart of the new California State Standards and in March of 2016, a revised SAT will also reflect a greater emphasis on these skills. We very much believe that emphasizing these skills in our curriculum not only prepares students for success on important external assessments, but, more importantly, prepares them with the crucial skills they will need to actually be successful in college and career. One additional benefit of the CAASPP is a

reduction in the amount of time our students spend taking standardized tests. The old STAR tests required all students to take tests in every grade from 3rd through 11th grade. The CAASPP is administered in grades 3-8 and then again in grade 11 which means that 9th and 10 graders do not take the assessment. The CAASPP is also a computer-based adaptive test, which means that the difficulty level of questions an individual student faces during the assessment is adjusted automatically based upon how the student answered previous questions. This allows for more precise assessment of an individual student’s mastery of content and skills while reducing the number of assessment items, and therefore the amount of time, a student takes on a test by up to 50%. So with the CAASPP, our students take fewer tests, spend less time taking the tests they do take, and get a more accurate assessment of their learning. As a district, our focus is on how to improve student learning. We’ve spent the last three years engaged in ongoing professional development with our teachers to align our curriculum and instructional and assessment practices with the new state standards. We’ve approached this shift as a gradual, multi-year process with teacher learning at the center. While we are not “finished” with this shift and despite learning some lessons along the way, we are very happy with our See SCHMITT, page 21

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Solana Beach Soccer Club’s Girls Under 10 All Star team wins division at tournament The Solana Beach Soccer Club’s Girls Under 10 All Star team won their division in the Commissioner’s Cup Soccer Tournament held on Dec. 5 and 6. In four games, the team scored 11 goals and didn’t give up a single goal. They beat a strong team from Vista in the finals 1 – 0. Coaches: Bob Gohsler and Jeff Gohsler. Players (no order): Avery, Gabi, Grace, Lucy, Lucie, Allison, Grace, Janidy, Marley, Roxanne, Lilianna, Gissel.

Solana Beach Soccer Club’s Girls Under 16 team wins division at Commissioner’s Cup tournament The Solana Beach Soccer Club’s Girls Under 16 team won their division in the Commissioner’s Cup Soccer Tournament held on Dec. 5 and 6. The team lost its first game but came back to win its last three games, outscoring its opponents 9 – 2 in those games. Coaches: Annie Johnson and Lisa Wexler. Players (no order): Alison, Gabby, Ester, Keila, Vivi, Megan, Wendy, Erika, Keana, Juliet, Samantha, Yve, Rubie and Sophie.

North Shore 10U Sunset Classic Champs North Shore’s 10U team went undefeated in the Sunset Classic Tournament in Carlsbad Nov 7-8. The girls defeated Murietta Valley in the semi-finals 4-1. They went on to beat Vista in the finals in decisive fashion, 9-1 to clinch the Championship. Above: Top: Coach Dave, Coach Glenn, Coach Gary, Coach Kelli, Coach Jeff; Middle Row: Sofia S, Alex M, Emma L, Alicia N, Kate S, Natalie L, Talia L; Front row: Sydney N, Rachel C, Lena P, Ashley C, Morgan J.

Solana Beach Soccer Club’s Boys Under 14 All Star team wins division at La Jolla All Star Tournament The Solana Beach Soccer Club’s Boys Under 14 All Star team won their division in the La Jolla All Star Tournament held on Dec. 5 and 6. Coaches: Sven Haynie and Brent Fager. Players (no order): Sam, Trey, Israel, Pierson, Shane, Benjamin, Andre, Sebastian, Finn, Pablo, Miguel, Luis, Ali, Luke, and Colton.

Week in Sports BY GIDEON RUBIN Volleyball: Canyon Crest Academy lost to Village Christian of Sun Valley (Los Angeles County) in a Southern California Regional Division III final on Dec. 1. Oregon-bound senior Jolie Rasmussen had 28 kills to lead the Ravens and Evelyn Gonzalez added nine kills. Hannah Martin and Ashley Sung contributed seven and eight kills, respectively.

The Ravens played in the regional finals for the second time in school history. Their most recent appearance was in 2010, when they were led by standout Samantha Cash. The Ravens concluded their season with a 30-8 overall record. Boys basketball: It will take more than a few tournament games to know for sure how Torrey Pines responds to heavy graduation losses.

But if the early returns are any indication, the Falcons will be just fine. Torrey Pines opened the season with two decisive victories at the Wolfpack/Horsman tournament. They defeated Horizon Christian Academy 57-37 on Dec. 5 in which Jacob Gilliam and Jackson Strong each scored17 points to lead the Falcons. The victory followed a 70-55 win against Patrick Henry on Dec. 1 in which Strong led the Falcons with 19 points and

Gilliam and Jack Heller each added 15 points. The early showing was impressive for a Falcons team that graduated six seniors, including the foursome of Daniel Hovasse, Jack Beach, Timmy Saunders and Marek Sullivan, who averaged a combined 45.4 points. Santa Fe Christian defeated Madison 53-52 in a West Hills Tournament game on See SPORTS, page 21

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High school rugby set to kick off in December at Torrey Pines BY TIM PICKWELL For the second consecutive year, Torrey Pines High School will offer varsity and junior varsity rugby as the club program embeds on campus as part of the sports’ hoped-for eventual move to a CIF sanctioned sport. This year’s Varsity squad is expected to compete for the San Diego County title against strong teams from St. Augustine, Cathedral Catholic and La Costa Canyon. The Falcons will again play in the Southern California Youth Rugby (“SCYR”) High School “Red” Division, for veteran, experienced programs where 100 percent of the students attend the same school, and where the program is under the auspices of the school’s athletic department. Students from teams in the Red Division must complete school and district athletic packets, comply with school eligibility guidelines, and must follow CIF protocol on all athletic matters. The 2014-15 high school season (roughly December — February) surprised many club rugby programs in Southern California by eclipsing the club season (March — June) in popularity for the first time. Schools that had 20-30 boys on JV, and over 30-40 players on Varsity, had trouble fielding teams when the related club season started. “It is no surprise that high school rugby has exploded in San Diego,” says Torrey Pines Varsity Head

nia Griffins Rugby All-Star Team, will help lead the front pack. Senior scrum half Aiden “Sunshine “ Mabrito and fullback, Max Lyle, will steady the back row, but several juniors will push hard for playing time: Nick Zimmer, at hooker, played in Canada last summer as part of a High School AllAmerican U17 touring squad; Heady flanker Jackson Baehr and hard-hitting Tanner Watkins will likely join the front pack, while last year’s JV MVP, scrum half Bryce Pickwell will find a home somewhere on the back line. Wing Chris Vilchis continues a long Torrey Pines tradition of fleet, hardcharging outside players. Experienced soph-

Torrey Pines seniors Cole Maes-Valley (left) and Benny Ruffolo, both of whom were selected for a Southern California All-Star Club this past summer, are among the leaders of what should be a strong High School Varsity rugby team for the 2015-2016 winter season. Denise Cavanagh Photography Coach, Matty Sandoval. “Players are students first and they love playing with their school name on their jersey, alongside their classmates.” Among other signs of progress at the local high school level, the Torrey Pines Varsity team has graduated from practices at a local elementary school, to practices on campus in Ed Burke stadium this season. With 25 players on this year’s JV and 36 on the Varsity roster, Rugby already ranks among the most popular sports on campus, based on the number (61) of participants. Another peek at the future of rugby, at least in San Diego County, might be the sheer number of teams fielding a squad in the SCYR “Blue” Division for new, start-up programs. The list of seven new schools in 2015-2016 includes traditional football powerhouses Helix, Pt. Loma, Valhalla and Carlsbad, and some up-and-comers like San Marcos and Westview. Altogether, 23 high schools in the County will offer Varsity Rugby (seven each in the Red, White (multi-school), and Blue Divisions, and two embryonic programs in the Green Division. Torrey Pines’ expectations for the season are supported by the size and experience of returning players. Seniors Cole Maes-Valley (6’ 1”, 240 lb’s) and Benny Ruffolo (6’, 215 lb’s), both selected to the prestigious Southern Califor-

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Hovasse, Jack Beach, Timmy Saunders and Marek Sullivan, who averaged a combined 45.4 points. Santa Fe Christian defeated Madison 53-52 in a West Hills Tournament game on Dec. 3. Bret Johnson scored 16 points to lead the Eagles. San Diego Jewish Academy defeated Julian 61-37 in a nonleague game on Dec. 3. Cody Brown scored 12 points to lead the Lions and Carmelo Xia and Sam Deverett each added 10 points. The Lions improved their overall record for the season to 1-2. Girls basketball: Torrey Pines went 2-2 at the La Jolla Country Day Sweet 16 Tournament. The Falcons opened the tournament with 63-58 victory over Canyon Springs (Moreno Valley) on Dec. 2 in which Sierra Campisano led the Falcons with 46 points, 13 rebounds and four blocks. Rachel Shen scored 16 points to lead the Falcons in a 48-41 victory over Modesto

Christian on Dec. 4. The Falcons lost to La Jolla Country Day, 69-38 on Dec. 3 and to Vista Murrieta, 67-61 on Dec. 5. Cathedral Catholic lost to Rancho Bernardo 55-32 in a Tip Off Classic tournament game on Dec. 4. Kaylee Stiffler scored 13 points to lead the Dons and Skyler Pierce added seven points. The Dons opened the tournament with a 64-49 victory over San Pasqual on Dec. 1 in which Stiffler scored 19 points and Alaina Alvarez and Pierce added 17 and13 points, respectively. Alvarez scored 13 points and Pierce added 10 points in a 63-27 loss to Poway on Dec. 3. Girls soccer: Torrey Pines opened the season with a 5-0 nonleague victory over San Marcos on Dec. 4. Sofia Beyer scored three goals to lead the Falcons. Sarah Trissel added one goal and Amber McCorkle and Katie each added one assist.

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omores Matthew Goena and Beau Morgans are also expected to be in the back-line mix. “This team is very bright and very coachable,” said Sandoval, a former AllAmerican hooker from University of San Diego, who has coached the Torrey Pines Varsity for the past six seasons. “We’ll be throwing a lot at them and expecting a lot from them, and I have all the confidence they’ll rise to the task.” After scrimmages against University City on Dec. 5, and Mission Vista on Thursday, Dec. 10 at Torrey

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transition to date and we see our students’ strong performance on the CAASPP as validation of our work. This year we are focused on continuing professional development with our teachers while also working to identify the essential learning outcomes for each core academic course. With these learning outcomes identified, we will build formative assessments designed to measure student achievement of these learning outcomes throughout a school year. During the 2016-17 school year, we will administer these common internal assessments to measure student progress toward our essential learning outcomes, to identify students in need of additional support, and to assess and improve our own practice. This is an ongoing process by which we improve our own professional practice and by which we improve student learning. I am very proud of our students for their many accomplishments and of our outstanding staff for their collective efforts to support our students’ academic and personal growth. I am proud to lead a district where students, staff, and parents work together and collectively achieve great things. Thank you for your ongoing support of our students and schools. You can follow Superintendent Schmitt on Facebook, (https://www.facebook.com/ sduhsd), and Twitter, (https://twitter.com/SDUHSD_Supt).

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Local resident elected to SD County Bar Association leadership position

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Del Mar/Carmel Valley resident, and associate with the law firm of Sullivan Hill Lewin Rez & Engel, Shailendra (“Shay”) Kulkarni, has been elected Vice Chair of the San Diego County Bar Association’s Construction Law Section. Kulkarni focuses his practice primarily in the areas of construction, insurance coverage litigation and analysis, and complex civil litigation. He also practices in the areas of

surety litigation and construction-industry contracts. Prior to joining Sullivan Hill, Kulkarni practiced in the areas of construction and surety litigation in New Orleans, Louisiana. In 2015, he was named to the Louisiana Super Lawyers Rising Stars List. More information can be found at www.sullivanhill. com.

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hearing Feb. 16, 2016, followed by a second reading and adoption on March 7. Deputy Mayor Terry Sinnott said he would like to see more Del Mar-related data prior to passing such legislation. “I’d like to get a little bit more information,” he said. “I just don’t want to rubber stamp a ban so quickly.” If the ban is adopted, the board recommends the city move forward with a six-month phased implementation for retail estab-

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ever, so voters could weigh in on the issue in November 2016. “I feel that we need to do this, as a member of our community, as a demonstration to future generations,” said Nitza Leichtling, who also sits on the board. “It’s our time. Let’s join in. Let’s do what’s right for future generations.” Prior to presenting its recommendation to the council, the board reviewed

the Solana Beach and Encinitas ordinances. Board members also met with representatives from the Encinitas Environmental Commission and Surfrider Foundation. Locally, the board surveyed more than 20 Del Mar businesses, many of which already do not use plastic bags. After hearing the board’s recommendation, the council directed city staff to draft an ordinance. A draft ordinance will be brought back for a public

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mer. Under Corti’s leadership, the city, along with neighboring Solana Beach and Encinitas, welcomed athletes from Ghana, Swaziland and Thailand. Roberts also pointed out that Del Mar, the smallest city in the county, received the largest grant from the Third District in his time on the board. The $60,000 grant will help extend River Path Del Mar from Jimmy Durante Boulevard to the Lagoon Viewpoint at Grand Avenue Bridge. “We are just so proud of your leadership,” Roberts said. A Del Mar resident for more than two decades, Corti was first elected to the council in 2012. He served as mayor throughout the past year, replacing former Mayor Lee Haydu. The mayoral position is a one-year role that rotates among council members. “I want to thank the public, the staff and my fellow council members for allowing me to be your mayor in 2015,” said Corti, who moved to Del Mar in 1990. “It truly was my privilege and an honor.” Corti set several goals for 2015 when he was first appointed mayor. With the New Year just weeks away, the first-time mayor reflected on the past year.

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Three residential burglaries were reported in November. The first burglary occurred at a house that was under construction, where a television was reportedly stolen among other items. A second burglary occurred at an open house, where an Apple computer was reportedly stolen. A third house was burglarized on Thanksgiving when the homeowners were out of town. Jewelry was

“While time has gone by quickly and continues to march on, I think it is healthy to pause for a brief moment to reflect back on those goals and do a report card of oneself to assess how I did, how I could have done better, and what I learned in the process.” Under his leadership, the city moved forward with long-awaited plans for a new civic center. In November, the council approved designs for the project, which would replace Del Mar’s deteriorating facilities at 1050 Camino del Mar with a new city hall and town hall equipped with administrative offices, meeting rooms, a catering kitchen, an outdoor public plaza, view terraces and a parking structure and surface lot. “I am optimistic that if we stay focused and continue to make decisions in the best interest of the entire community on a few more critical points ... we will cross the goal line in the next few months and break ground in 2016,” he said. Corti also talked about how the community participated in a citizen satisfaction survey early in the year, which helped the council set short-, mid- and long-term goals for the city, and ultimately assisted in crafting a two-year budget. The city also continued its sidewalk improvements, with Corti cutting a ribbon in July to mark the comple-

reportedly stolen. People warned their neighbors about the incidents on Nextdoor, a private social network for neighborhoods. Police are currently investigating all three incidents, which they believe are unrelated. “We’re on it,” Eaton said. Many past residential burglaries and other property thefts have been “crimes of opportunity,” Eaton said. Officials reminded residents to take necessary precautions and be aware of their surroundings, which in-

lishments beginning in October 2016 and a one-year phased implementation for restaurants and the Del Mar Farmers Market beginning in April 2017. The ban would not be applicable to the Del Mar Fairgrounds. Paper bags that contain recycled content would be available for a minimum of 10 cents. “It’s thoughtful and respectful of our residents to do it this way,” said Mayor Sherryl Parks, who commended the board’s implementation plan.

tion of the Jimmy Durante Boulevard segment. Corti worked closely with the Business Support Advisory Committee, which was formed about a year ago to identify ways the city could be more business friendly. Also a council liaison to the Finance Committee, he thanked the committee for its role in assisting the city in long-range planning and overall financial health. Although he attended every scheduled Community Relations Committee meeting, Corti said the city’s relationship with the Del Mar Fairgrounds did not improve as much as he had hoped. Overall, however, he gave himself a “B” as mayor. “Obviously, there is room for improvement and while excellence may never be attained, search of it is worth the effort,” Corti said. “I vow to work harder in my next year as your Del Mar council member. “With my self-assessed report card now open to scrutiny and history, I want to thank our citizens for allowing me the opportunity to be their mayor and allowing me to work on their goals and objectives,” added Corti, who thanked his council colleagues, city staff and citizens. “None of these efforts can be accomplished by one individual, especially me.”

cludes locking doors and windows of homes and vehicles, closing garages, and locking and securing bicycles at all times, even when placed on top of vehicles in secured garages. Because it’s the holiday season, people are also encouraged to have package deliveries placed in secured or visually-shielded areas. “These criminals just check door handles,” Eaton said. “They’ll walk down the neighborhood and check door handles, and the one that pops is the one they go in.”

ever, still have concerns. A small group of residents shared their thoughts, from problems with access and traffic, to problems with light and privacy. Concerned about traffic, one 11th Street resident argued that the architects have not listened to comments from neighboring community members. “Nothing has been done,” he said. “This is really a joke.” In response, Mike Jobes, principal with The Miller Hull Partnership, explained that his team developed their plans based on recommendations from traffic engineers. He said most of the traffic flow will come in and out on 11th Street because 10th Street is steep and only allows a right turn onto Camino del Mar. “We have to enter the site as we do now,” he said. “This side is not a connected through street like this one is. You can’t cross Camino del Mar up here, you can only (make a) right turn out.” Jobes noted that his team have heard similar concerns from residents who live on 10th Street. “Nobody wants the cars coming in and out on their street,” he said. “We’ve heard that from both sides.” Planning Director Kathy Garcia assured neighbors that their comments weren’t being ignored and that any potential impacts would be addressed in the project’s Environmental Impact Report. The EIR is expected to be released early December. Other residents questioned why the public space is being planned with potential events in mind. The 15,000-square-foot public plaza could be used for community activities, including the weekly Farmers Market. The town hall was also expanded to include additional seating. “I’m wondering with the city hall is trying to compete with the Plaza, L’Auberge and our own Powerhouse building and park,” one resident said. “I’m sure that building will be a wonderful city hall, but I’m having trouble understanding all the extra functions and events being planned in the neighborhood.” Jobes explained that the site is being designed in a way that would allow for a variety of uses. In fact, the entire site was designed to provide flexibility to allow for future expansion. “It could go on the way it does now,” Jobes said. “The city can choose to have as few or as many functions as possible,” he added. “We just don’t want to preclude anything from happening.” One resident noted that existing city facilities such as the Powerhouse Community Center can not accommodate large crowds. “There are a lot of people that are looking forward to having benefit functions,” she said. Some neighbors had concerns about lighting. Jobes said lighting would be designed for low impact and controlled by timers. Others were concerned about privacy, which Jobes said would be protected with a wall and plantings. Architects presented the project to the Design Review Board the previous night on Nov. 18. Story poles, which depict the outline of the proposed project, have since gone up on the site. The project will go before the Design Review Board for a formal hearing on Dec. 16. The council will then hold an EIR certification and entitlement hearing on Jan. 4, 2016.

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Even with the state law, medical marijuana remains a gray area in much of California. San Diego is the only city in the county to specifically legalize dispensaries, and has authorized about a dozen of them, but others operate illegally or on the fringe of the law in the county. Authorities have said trying to close dispensaries

can be like playing the “whack-amole” game because whenever they close one another one soon opens. About six cities in the county have adopted outright bans on dispensaries, but most consider them not allowed because they are not covered in any specific zoning ordinance. For results of the Dec. 9 council meeting, visit www.delmartimes.net or see next week’s newspaper (Dec. 17 issue).

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Local standout Tyler Buchner picked for FBU Youth All-American Bowl

Tyler Buchner. Courtesy photo

All American Games and Football University recently announced that Tyler Buchner, a 7thgrader from Rancho Santa Fe, has been selected to play in the 2016 FBU Youth All-American Bowl taking place in San Antonio, Texas, on Saturday, Jan. 9, 2016, at St. Mary’s Hall. Buchner will play quarterback for the 7thgrade, West team. He has attended and excelled at Football University Top Gun and was named to the All-Top Gun First Team Offense and was selected for the Top Gun Class of 2021 Watchlist as

quarterback. Buchner attends The Bishop’s School in La Jolla. The Football University (FBU) Youth AllAmerican Bowl, formally known as the Eastbay Youth All-American Bowl, is returning to San Antonio, Texas on Jan. 9, 2016. All American Games (AAG), will put the nation’s top youth athletes from 7th and 8th grade on the national stage. In its eighth year, the FBU Youth All-American Bowl brings together the best youth football talent from across the country in an East vs. West

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loved to hit the Copacabana in Los Angeles and all the ballrooms in Santa Monica and Venice. Betty recalled attending an event with Marcel at the Beverly Hills Hotel to raise money for a hospital. It happened to be their 50th anniversary and the bandleader made an announcement to the crowd and called them out to the dance floor. Betty said she danced a bit and then stopped, a concerned Marcel asking her what was wrong. “It’s too damn slow,” Betty told Marcel of the waltz the band was playing, requesting instead the song “Rock Around the Clock.” “Then it was like an avalanche, everyone got up to dance. They had never done that before at an event, I thought ‘Oh my gosh, my reputation!’ But it got everyone up dancing.” At 90, Betty became the center of attention again at another event, a fundraiser for Santa Monica High’s music department. John had helped plan for Betty and her then 9-year-old granddaughter Torrey to be serenaded on stage by musician Jackson Browne. Betty lived on her own until she was 98 — John moved her to Brookdale Carmel Valley two years ago and said their relationship has gotten even better now that she lives closer to him. She also has a boyfriend in fellow Brookdale resident Bill Seigrist. “I’m crazy about Bill,” she gushed and often took his hand to hold during the party. As far as her longevity, Betty can’t explain it. She can easily pass for younger and takes pride in her appearance. “I did everything wrong. I didn’t eat the proper food, I didn’t eat salads and I stayed up late,” Betty said, marveling at the last 100 years. “This weekend I’m having a party at my son’s lovely home and I’ve got 70 people coming from all over… I’m so lucky.”

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match-up. Each team will be comprised of the top 30 athletes in their graduation class for a true bowl week full of festivities, including VIP seating at the 2016 U.S. Army All-American Bowl. Buchner is one of just a handful who will be able to compete in this exclusive showcase. For more information on the FBU Youth AllAmerican Bowl and its related events, visit: http://footballuniversity.org/fbu-youth-all-american-bowl.

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Sanctuary Art & Music Studio sets the stage for child’s Make-A-Wish dream BY KRISTINA HOUCK A local boy and his family learned they would be going to Disneyland in an artful and musical way. Make-A-Wish San Diego recently revealed that Mateo’s wish would be granted during a party at Sanctuary Art and Music Studio in Sorrento Valley. It was the “perfect” spot, his father said, because the 4-year-old loves to draw and dance. “The party was perfect for him. It involved all those things,” said Lionso Contreras, Mateo’s father. “It was really nice. Everybody had a very good time.” Although born with Down’s syndrome, Mateo was a happy and healthy boy until last spring. He was diagnosed with leukemia in March, one month before he turned 4. The family practically lived at Rady Children’s Hospital for the first few months after his diagnosis. Mateo underwent multiple rounds of chemotherapy and several blood transfusions. “It was very frightening,” said Contreras, whose family lives in Oceanside. “I couldn’t control my emotions. I didn’t know what to think, what to say. It was the scariest thing I could experience, knowing that my kid had a life-threatening disease.” While Mateo was in the hospital, the Contreras family learned about Make-AWish Foundation’s local chapter from a social worker. With some encouragement, they contacted Make-A-Wish San Diego to learn more about the local organization. That’s when Contreras and his wife, Socorro Cruz, had an opportunity to talk about Mateo with wish grantors and describe their boy and what makes him happy. “Mateo is joyful,” Contreras said. “He’s always playing with his siblings. He’s a very loving kid.” Nine months after his diagnosis, Mateo is still undergoing chemotherapy. But his family is hopeful. Doctors say he is responding well to his treatment, Contreras said. “He’s not out of the woods yet, but he’s doing good,” Contreras said. “We hope he keeps improving.” During a late November Reveal Party at Sanctuary Art and Music Studio, the Contreras family learned Mateo’s wish would be granted and the family of five would be treated to a trip to Disneyland. Mateo, his parents and his two siblings will visit “The Happiest Place on Earth” Dec. 19-24. The love and support Mateo and his family have received from Make-A-Wish San Diego has meant more than words can describe, Contreras said. “It’s way more than I expected anybody would do for him — outside of our family,”

Mateo enjoys painting and drawing at Sanctuary Art and Music Studio in Sorrento Valley at the Make-A-Wish Reveal Party where he learned he and his family get to go to Disneyland. Photos by Steven Mitgang

Contreras said. “Going to Disneyland is a great way of creating memories with him and our other two kids. This is something, especially at this time, I can’t do for him and my whole family.” Make-A-Wish has made dreams come true for children with life-threatening medical conditions since 1980. The San Diego chapter was founded three years later to serve children and families in San Diego and Imperial counties. There are 62 chapters across the country. Make-A-Wish San Diego grants about 200 wishes a year for children like Mateo. This year, the local organization is on track

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to grant 215 wishes. “I believe we’ll reach that, maybe even exceed that,” said Chris Sichel, president and CEO of Make-A-Wish San Diego. “There’s a lot of kids in the wish process right now, more than we’ve ever had.” On average, it takes about $8,500 to make each wish a reality. “A wish empowers a child to dream a little bit,” said Sichel, adding that about 75 percent of wishes include travel. “Kids want to get away from what they’re experiencing. They want to be with their family.” Contreras added, “It’s very touching that an organization like Make-A-Wish would do

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this for us. It’s very touching that people would dedicate and put so much time into helping us make a wish come true.” More than 300 children in the San Diego region are diagnosed with life-threatening illnesses annually, Sichel said. There are currently 274 children in the “wish process.” “2016 will be our largest year of wishgranting ever,” Sichel said. “We’re going to need more support from the community than we’ve ever had. The holidays is a wonderful time to give.” For more about Make-A-Wish San Diego or to make a donation to the organization, visit sandiego.wish.org.

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Monday Night Jazz Series at North Coast Art-A-Fair in Laguna Beach seeks artists Rep Dec. 21 features Bob Boss Quartet Some of the area’s finest jazz musicians turn North Coast Rep into a nightclub for four Monday nights this season. Come and hear some great American music played by brilliant players. Each event is new and different. On Dec. 21, Bob Boss and his fellow musicians: Gilbert Castellanos, Marshall Hawkins and Duncan Moore will take the stage at North Coast Rep. at 7:30 p.m. Bob Boss an outstanding guitarist who has performed with jazz greats including Marshall Hawkins, Hollis Gentry, AJ Croce, and Arlo Guthrie, started playing rock and roll (starting in junior high) at school dances and parties fueled Bob Boss’s interest in improvisation. He studied briefly with Jerry Hahn, Bobby Addison and Davis Ramey. Eventually, he worked nightclubs, concerts, shows, and musical theatre, gaining performance and recording experience in many styles. Concerts and festivals include Wolf Trap, Idyllwild, Pine Knob, Ravinia, Winter Park, San Diego Street Scene and several in Europe. Gilbert Castellanos is recognized by a majority of listeners as the voice of Jazz in San Diego. His ongoing jam sessions and presentation of the “Young Lions” series, currently at Panama 66 in Balboa Park, have provided visibility for many of the areas’ outstanding artists

Laguna Beach’s “Art-A-Fair” is looking for artists to be juried during the festival’s 50th anniversary from June 24-August 28, 2016. There are no residency restrictions on exhibitors and the festival is open to all fine artists and master craftsmen. Deadline for mail-in submission is Feb. 6. Jury day is Feb. 21. Artists may jury with more than one medium. Jury fee $40 per medium. Three original works of art are required for each medium. All media may be submitted to be juried, including oil, acrylic, watercolor, sculpture, mixed media, fiber, digital art, charcoal, pencil, ceramics, glass, jewelry, photography and wood. For more details, visit http://art-a-fair.com/call-for-artists-2/ or call 949-494-4514.

La Jolla Music Society presents SDYS Chamber Orchestra and violinist Jinjoo Cho

Bob Boss and his fellow musicians will perform at the North Coast Rep Dec. 21. Courtesy photo and for the young players just getting started. His long-term residency at The Palace Bar in the Westgate Hotel has been a favorite of musicians and listeners. As members of The Rob Thorsen Quartet, we have presented “Jazz, An American Art Form” to thousands of elementary school children all over the county through Young Audiences. At 76 years of age, Marshall Hawkins is the senior member for this concert. His resume is extensive, having worked with Miles Davis, Shirley Horn and Roberta Flack. He is equally known for his role as an educator. He is the founder of the Idyllwild Arts Jazz Program and the Jazz In the Pines annual Jazz festival. Duncan Moore is a San Diego based drummer and percussionist. Playing a wide variety of styles, he works regularly in Southern California recording studios as well as performing with jazz, Latin, rock and R&B bands. He maintains a home recording studio where he provides drum and percussion tracks for jingles, soundtracks, demos and artist projects. Tickets for the one-night-only performance are $22; subscribers $17; seniors/students and military $3 off. To order tickets, visit the website at www.northcoastrep.org, or call the box office: 858-481-1055. North Coast Repertory Theatre is located at 987 Lomas Santa Fe Drive, Solana Beach, 92075.

Snow, ‘Frozen’ characters coming to Flower Hill Promenade Flower Hill Promenade is bringing snow to the local community with two “Let it Snow” events on Saturday, Dec. 12 and Sunday, Dec. 13. On Dec. 12, from 10 a.m. to noon there will be a magical snow scene with fresh flurries all day, face painting, balloon artist, make and take crafts and an opportunity to feed live reindeer. On Dec. 13 from 10 a.m. to noon, Elsa, Anna and Kristiff from the movie “Frozen” will visit with children in the snow, again with an afternoon of flurries, crafts and activities. Fun holiday photos can be printed on both days.

Bettina Whiteford Home Grand Opening Dec. 10 Come celebrate the beauty of Bettina Whiteford Home with a Grand Opening Party, Bettina birthday celebration and ribbon cutting from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 10. BW Home takes pride in showcasing unique pieces that have been thoughtfully chosen and hand picked from elite collections throughout California. BW Home creates a one-of-a-kind shopping experience with concierge-level customer service as it strives to find new homes for the special items from its consignment clients, who then are able to find affordable, stylish décor that they will cherish for years to come. Festive hors d’oeuvres and libations. The event is free. Bettina Home, 811 Academy Ave., Solana Beach. http://bettinawhitefordhome.com/

Violinist Jinjoo Cho makes her La Jolla Music Society debut in two concerts this month. She will appear as a guest soloist playing with San Diego Youth Symphony and Conservatory’s (SDYS) Chamber Orchestra at MCASD Sherwood Auditorium on Friday, Dec. 11 at 8 p.m. and two days later, she opens the 2015-16 Season Discovery Series at The Auditorium at The Scripps Research Institute on Sunday, Dec. 13 at 3 p.m. in a solo recital accompanied by pianist Hyun Soo Kim. This season’s new San Diego Youth Symphony Series gives its inaugural performance at the MCASD Sherwood Auditorium on Friday, Dec. 11 at 8 p.m. Making its La Jolla Music Society debut, the SDYS Chamber Orchestra will perform alongside Cho in Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto in E Minor, Op. 64. As part of a continued and expanded education partnership, La Jolla Music Society showcases the talented musicians of SDYS’s highest caliber ensemble. The Chamber Orchestra is led by their Music Director and Conductor Jeff Edmons who is celebrating his 20th season leading the youth symphony. In addition to the violin concerto, this performance includes Beethoven’s Overture to The Creatures of Prometheus, Op. 43 and Mendelssohn’s Symphony No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 11. La Jolla Music Society enhances the concert-going experience by presenting “Preludes” — pre-concert chats and performances one hour prior to select performances and free to ticketholders. Marcus Overton will interview Jeff Edmons, Music Director of San Diego Youth Symphony and Conservatory prior to the Dec. 11 performance and SDYS cellist Paul Maxwell will perform the Saint-Saëns Cello Concerto in A Minor (accompanied by Yulia Atoyan) for the Musical Prelude at 2 p.m. Dec. 13. Tickets are $20 for all SDYS Series performances and $30 for all Discovery Series performances throughout the season and are available through La Jolla Music Society’s Ticket Services Office, 858-459-3728 or online at www.LJMS.org.

Violinist Jinjoo Cho makes her La Jolla Music Society debut in two concerts debut this month. Courtesy photo

SDYS Chamber Orchestra. Photo by Matthew Fernie

North Coast Symphony ‘Holiday Cabaret II’ Dec. 12 The North Coast Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of Daniel Swem, will perform “Holiday Cabaret II” at 3 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 12, at the Encinitas Community Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr. Enjoy holiday musical selections from around the world. For details, visit www. northcoastsymphony.com.

Maritime Museum needs volunteers; training starts soon The Maritime Museum of San Diego is seeking volunteers who are interested in learning about worldwide maritime history with a special focus on the 16th through 21st centuries represented by the vessels and artifacts in the Maritime Museum’s collection. As a docent, you will be able to engage with visitors, fielding their questions and sharing your knowledge to enrich their museum experience. Volunteer training is carried out in a series of lectures, suggested readings and walking tours aboard Star of India beginning on Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2016. For details, call Docent Training Coordinator Nancy Matthews at 619-234-9153 ext. 101 or email office @sdmaritime.org. The Maritime Museum of San Diego enjoys a worldwide reputation for excellence in restoring, maintaining and operating historic vessels, including the world’s oldest active ship the Star of India. The museum is located on the North Embarcadero at 1492 North Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA 92101. 619-234-9153. www.sdmaritime.org

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Dancing dad does double duty as TV news director and veteran ‘Nutcracker’ performer

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BY BIANCA BRUNO, CITY NEWS SERVICE Major-market television news director by day, “Nutcracker” ballet dancer by night. That’s not the plot of a new sitcom. It is the real-life description of long-time San Diego NBC 7/39 News Director Greg Dawson, a Carmel Valley resident. Dawson, always hoping he doesn’t “mess anything up,” will be on stage with the California Ballet at San Diego’s Civic Theater for the annual holiday run starting Dec. 12. The man in charge of all those TV newscasts on the NBC owned-and-operated San Diego station will have a key — but not over-taxing — role on stage as the father of Clara, the young girl at the center of the “Nutcracker” story. But Clara won’t be portrayed by just any dancer. Dawson’s own 13-year-old daughter Julia will be dancing the Clara role. “It’s a role girl’s dream of, and being able to share it on and off the stage is a joy,” Dawson said. He’s not only a veteran news director. He’s also a veteran ballet dancer. This will be the sixth year he’ll be on stage with one of his daughters. His oldest daughter, Danielle, now 16 and an apprentice with California Ballet, was 5 when the family first got involved. All three of the Dawson daughters — Danielle, Julia and 11-year-old Katy — have been a part of the holiday ballet tradition. Dawson first took to the stage 11 years ago when he joined Danielle during a father-daughter dance. He continued that for five years. He recalled a running joke among ballet school staff that the news director was becoming a regular, despite not being a professionally trained dancer. One day at “Nutcracker” practice, Dawson was asked to fill in during the opening party scene of the play. “That’s how I started,” Dawson said. “I learned on the fly and relied on my partner to show me how it worked. I just hoped I didn’t mess anything up or get in anyone’s way.” Joe Shumate, who works for the California Ballet and is a retired company dancer, said California Ballet’s production of

Above left: The Dawson family backstage at The California Ballet’s Nutcracker last year. Dad Greg with daughter Julia on the left in the green dress, Katy in the middle as a soldier and Danielle on the right as Clara. Above right: This year, daughter Julia will be dancing the Clara role. Courtesy photos “The Nutcracker” is made up of a lot of moving parts. The production has a cast of about 150, with 75 dancers participating in each performance. Shumate said male dancers are at a premium, and in a production that requires so many performers, it was clear Dawson should be invited on stage. “For ‘The Nutcracker’ we have to bring in guests from outside — male dancers from around the community,” Shumate said. “Usually this time of year, any male dancers in San Diego are probably in a performance of ‘The Nutcracker.”’ Shumate said an overlapping California Ballet production in October kept the troop’s professional dancers tied up, unable to join “Nutcracker” rehearsals that started in September. Enter the fathers of performing daughters.

While this is Dawson’s sixth year performing in “The Nutcracker” alongside his daughters, last year and this year’s performances have been special highlights for the Dawson family. Dawson also played the part of Clara’s dad last year when Clara was played by Danielle. Shumate said some of the other girls’ fathers fill in during rehearsals when the professional company dancers are unavailable. “We realized the dads did a pretty good job,” Shumate said. “They went from being a placeholder to actually being cast in the production.” Other ballet dads have also gotten involved. Dawson said the non-professional dancing dads have developed a camaraderie and friendship from performing together. “We have a good time and we don’t take ourselves seriously,” Dawson said. “We’re all there supporting our kids. We help each other figure things out.” Dawson said he initially thought he’d be nervous to get up on stage, but after months of rehearsals he felt well-prepared. He said his calm before performing is thanks to his career as a self-proclaimed “behind-the-scenes guy” as news director at NBC 7/39. “Part of what I enjoy the most is not the performing, but it’s really the overall production and behind-the-scenes,” Dawson said. “In TV news, every day a whole lot of people have to do their jobs just right, and everything clicks and at the last minute, it comes together. I get a kick out of that part of it.” Shumate said family involvement is just an extension of the community California Ballet has become. “The school and professional company are one big family because we’re around each other so much and the parents are a part of that,” Shumate said. “It’s just a natural progression that the parents end up on stage.” The California Ballet’s production of “The Nutcracker” opens at the Civic Theater on Dec.12 and runs through Dec. 20. Tickets range from $25-$105 and can be purchased at www. californiaballet.org/nutcracker.

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MCASD La Jolla Deck the Hall (of Fishes) and get into the holiday spirit at Birch Aquarium at Scripps. Enjoy Holiday decorations throughout the aquarium, and don’t miss “Scuba Santa” at the Kelp Tank Dive Show. Kids can participate in a scavenger hunt to find the Christmas Wrasse, Peppermint Shrimp, and more. Also, on Saturdays and Sundays, make a holiday craft to take home. See a full schedule of the month’s activities ad more at aquarium.ucsd.edu

Featuring a selection of artworks drawn from private collections, San Diego Collects showcases the impressive range of contemporary art in our region with works spanning from the 1950s to the present. The exhibition thus speaks to the complexity of the region’s artistic landscape and the multitude of perspectives necessary to foster a dynamic artistic community. MCASD 700 Prospect Street La Jolla, CA 92037 858 454 3541 www.mcasd.org

The Night Owls: Holidays on Vinyl Thursday, December 10th 7:30–10:00 p.m. Celebrate the holidays in the unique and cozy environs of the Athenaeum Music & Arts Library as the Night Owls carouse at Holidays on Vinyl. Wander between captivating pieces of art from the Athenaeum’s Permanent Collection and stacks of books nestled in bookshelves like so many presents under the tree. Enjoy delicious bites from Whisknladle washed down by brews from Stone Brewing Co. Recommended for ages 21 – 40-something

The Blind Boys of Alabama Saturday, December 19 at 8 p.m. MCASD Sherwood Auditorium Tickets: $80, $55, $30 Don’t miss this holiday concert featuring songs from the Blind Boys newest album, Talkin’ Christmas! Hear the Silent Night, White Christmas, Go Tell it On The Mountain and other enduring seasonal classics performed by these Gospel icons.

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Biz Spotlight: Voila Hair Atelier committed to helping clients look their best BY KAREN BILLING For the last three years, Voila Hair Atelier in Rancho Santa Fe has earned a reputation for “radiant hair coloring, precise hair cutting and creative hair styling” and gained a faithful following for its stylists’ commitment to giving the client their best overall look. Named the “Best Salon” in this community newspaper group’s “2015 Best of North Coast Readers Poll,” Voila’s stylists take their cue from the passion of owner and master hair designer Luis Angel. “I want my clients to enjoy a unique experience, customized to their needs, in an environment where they receive high-level customer service, elegance and glamour, and a touch of high fashion and good taste,” Angel said. Angel grew up in the Caribbean city of Havana, Cuba and started doing hair when he was just 14 years old. As a kid, he remembers tagging along with his mother to the salon, paying attention to how they did the job. At home, he took what he learned and did family members’ and friends’ hair, often experimenting on his sister. He would shampoo their hair and use natural treatments such as smashed avocado and egg whites, rinsed with fresh spring water and a splash of vinegar to make the hair more shiny. True to his natural roots, today he tries to use products in the salon that are “as natural as they can be,” such as the Oribe line of hair products and Epicuren skin care line. Angel left Cuba to pursue a career as a hairdresser and makeup artist, and was professionally trained at the Toni & Guy Academy in London and Vidal Sassoon Academy

All of Voila’s stylists adhere to owner Luis Angel’s personal philosophy to accentuate the client’s existing beauty and create balance and symmetry by considering face shape, body type and the texture of hair when doing a cut. Courtesy photo in Santa Monica. Before opening Voila, he worked at a salon in Santaluz. “Owning my own salon was a goal I had been working toward for a long time,” Angel said. The space in Fairbanks Village Plaza was a salon for 30 years and was all bright orange and pink. Angel wanted to create a whole new feel for the salon, washing away the orange and pink and adding elegance

by swapping industrial lighting for crystal chandeliers. He added hardwood floors, mirrors framed in gold and stylish snakeskin chairs at the washing stations. Their salon boutique also carries a full line of hair care products and accessories. When he first started, Angel was working seven days a week, putting in 15-hour days. Now he has a staff of 12 “highly qualified, professional” stylists and while he still

spends time behind the stylist chair, he has more time to grow his business. All of Voila’s stylists adhere to Angel’s personal philosophy to accentuate the client’s existing beauty and create balance and symmetry by considering face shape, body type and the texture of hair when doing a cut. “We don’t look at just the hair, we look at the hair as one component of the whole look,” Angel said.“ It’s a very unique way to cut hair.” In addition to cuts, color and hair extensions, the salon also offers manicures and pedicures, facials and facial peels, eyebrow design and waxing. Services such as facials are performed in a relaxing spa-like setting in the back of the salon, behind a sound-proof door and curtain. Voila also offers spray tanning, doing customized tans with organic tanning solution. “San Diego, in general, is a very special place for me, I feel this is my place,” Angel said. “I love the area of Rancho Santa Fe, it gave me an opportunity to interact with different clients from all different backgrounds and successful people who are appreciative and admire the talent and hard work that we serve to them here.” Voila is located at 16236 San Dieguito Road, Building #1, Suite 13, Rancho Santa Fe. For more information, visit voilahairatelier.com or call 858-756-0082. Business spotlights are developed through this newspaper’s advertising department in support of our advertisers.

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Solana Beach’s Earnest Eats earnestly gives back to the community BY KRISTINA HOUCK Earnest Eats is not only known for its good food, the local company is known for earnestly giving back and doing good in the world. For nearly a decade, the Solana Beach-based health food company has partnered with the International Rescue Committee, helping the nonprofit organization respond to the world’s worst humanitarian crises. “The International Rescue Committee’s mission really mirrors our own, which is helping people attain a better life, whether it be through great foods that have great nutrition or whether it be giving back through financial means and direct consulting means to organizations like the IRC,” said Mark Mandel, co-founder and vice president of sales for Earnest Eats. The American branch of the European-based International Relief Association was founded in 1933 at the suggestion of Albert Einstein to aid people suffering under Nazi Germany. In 1940, the Emergency Rescue Committee formed to assist European refugees trapped in Vichy France. The IRA and ERC joined forces two years later under the name International Relief and Rescue Committee, later shortening its name to the International

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New Roots farm in City Heights. Photo by Erin Oveis Brant Photography

Rescue Committee. Today, the IRC provides health care, infrastructure, education and economic support to people in more than 40 countries, with special programs designed for women and children. The nonprofit resettles thousands of refugees each year in 26 U.S. cities. “The IRC helps refugees of war, famine and natural disaster have a path to a better life,” said Mandel, who first got involved with the IRC 20 years ago. Mandel has been a longtime supporter of the IRC, contributing

back to the community.” Earnest Eats donates products to the IRC’s Backpack Campaign in San Diego. Every summer the program gives backpacks filled with school supplies to refugee children entering an American school for the first time. Earnest Eats has also worked directly with refugees through the IRC’s New Roots program, community farms across the country where refugee farmers reconnect with the land and grow fresh fruits and vegetables for their families and neighbors. The company

both money and time to the organization. When he and Andrew Aussie co-founded Earnest Eats in 2006, the duo decided to earnestly give back to the community through the new company and partnered with the IRC. “We had a vision of starting our own natural foods brand that would really take it to the next level of where the natural foods industry was, in terms of ingredient profiles and taste profiles,” Mandel said. “But also, we wanted to do something that we thought had a higher purpose and could give

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sponsors the New Roots farm in City Heights. “It’s an amazing thing they’re doing to help people become selfsufficient,” Mandel said. “It’s not a hand out, it’s a hand up.” Earnest Eats also contributes 5 cents from every sale, up to $20,000 annually, to the IRC. The IRC’s logo and information about the nonprofit can be found on all of the company’s packaging. “We proudly display our partnership,” Mandel said. See EATS, page B7

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NEW YEAR'S EVE Thursday, December 31, 5 to 10 p.m. $65 per person Celebrate the start of 2016 with a three-course menu featuring main course options of Coronado Island Sea Bass, Braised Prime Short Ribs, and Maine Diver Scallops. End with a delightful 'Taste 3 ’ dessert.

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Revive opens in style at Pacific Highlands Ranch

STORY AND PHOTOS BY KAREN BILLING Revive Salon and Spa celebrated its grand opening on Friday, Dec. 4, in The Village at Pacific Highlands Ranch. Guests enjoyed sweets, bellini cocktails and complimentary services such as shampoos and blowouts. Revive aims to be the go-to spot in Carmel Valley to be indulged and pampered. Revive’s hair studio is one of only two salons in San Diego to hold the distinction of a L’Oreal Professional Elite Black Level. Spa services include skin care, massages, body scrubs and waxing, and the top quality medical spa services include Botox, Juvederm, Voluma, Restylane, chemical peels, laser resurfacing and laser hair removal. This is the second Revive location in San Diego and owners Vinita and Vish Ver-

ma have owned their Mission Valley Revive salon for 10 years. Vinita earned her DDS from Northwestern University and Dr. Verma earned his MD from the University of Miami, followed by a residency at the University of Chicago and MRI fellowship at UC San Diego. The glossy and modern second story location in Pacific Highlands Ranch, officially opened on Sept. 8. “This spot is really nice because it’s an all new center with lots of great tenants and we got to build here from scratch,” said Vish, noting the process allowed them to get creative with the décor and layout. There is a main cosmetic bar and hair studio space in the front with private treatment rooms, consultation spaces and a skin bar lounge in the back, down a hallway lit by crystal light fix-

tures. What makes the Carmel Valley location even more special is that it is the Vermas’ home. “This is our neighborhood,“ said Vinitas, noting they are raising their two children here and many of their friends and neighbors were often traveling to Mission Valley to frequent their favorite “secret” salon. Now it’s right in their own backyards. “It’s really nice,” Vinitas said. “The response has been so overwhelming.” Revive is located at 5965 Village Way, Suite e207, Carmel Valley, 92130. For more information, visit revivesalonandspa.com or call 619-293-7233. Business spotlights are developed through this newspaper’s advertising department in support of our advertisers.

Revive is located on the second story at The Village at Pacific Highlands Ranch.

The skin bar lounge at Revive.

Guests mingle at Revive.

Owners Vinita Parekh Verma and Vish Verma.

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Join us during special holiday hours as we feature an à la carte lunch menu filled with Marine Room favorites such as our Signature Seafood Crepes, Lilikoi Kalbi Glazed Jidori Chicken Salad, and Midwestern Angus Filet Mignon. This is a limited-time oceanfront treat for family, friends or colleagues.

Christmas celebrations Spend the season with us and enjoy Christmas Eve specials including Country Meadow Rack of Lamb, Leek Parsley Crusted Greenland Turbot and more. On Christmas Day, savor an à la carte menu featuring Malahat Ginger Rum Basted Maine Lobster Tail. Sweets include Grande Marnier Toffee Nougat Glace and Valrhona Dark Chocolate Yule Log Jelly Roll. MENU ITEMS SUBJECT TO CHANGE.

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Stocking Stuffer Pop Up Shop at Flower Hill on Dec. 12 The Printed Palette is hosting its third annual Stocking Stuffer Pop Up Shop on Saturday, Dec. 12, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Row Collective at Flower Hill Promenade The pop up shop will feature over 20 local makers, a holiday photo booth and custom-wreath station with Bloom Babes. There will also be a do-it-yourself station with Clay A Go-Go to create an Anthropologie-inspired wine stopper.

Walking tour of Old Encinitas set for Dec. 19 The Encinitas Historical Society will host a docent-led walking tour of Old Encinitas on Saturday, Dec. 19. Meet at the 1883 Schoolhouse at 10:30 a.m. at 390 West F Street. Find out why development in Encinitas didn’t really begin until 1923. Learn about the town’s first “recycler,” the prolific builder Miles Kellogg. See the most photographed buildings in Encinitas. The tour finishes around noon. For more information, call docent Barbara Vilardo at (661) 992-5740.

Del Mar Connections Holiday Tea Dec. 16

Del Mar Community Connections will hold its annual holiday tea from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Dec. 16 at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, Del Mar. A jazz duo will provide entertainment and Lori Ritman will contribute background piano music. Attendees are encouraged to wear holiday sweaters. Reservations are necessary. Please call 858-792-7565.

Organ Pavilion Concert Jan. 1 to benefit Pegasus Rising Ring in the new year by helping The Pegasus Rising Project. At 2 p.m. Jan. 1 at Spreckels Organ in Balboa Park, Dr. Carol Williams, San Diego’s Civic Organist, will be performing a free concert with all donations benefiting the San Diegobased, all-volunteer nonprofit, The Pegasus Rising Project. In the fall of 2008, Pegasus Rising rescued a family of 26 Polish Arabians from a life of abuse by neglect. Since then the herd has been rehabilitated and retrained to provide equine therapy to combat veterans and their families, helping them heal and reintegrate into their civilian and family lives. Pegasus Rising provides

Leonardo, Aquaman and Tommy enjoy some playtime. its services free of charge to both active duty and veterans of all eras who struggle with post traumatic stress disorder and traumatic brain injury through the Veterans Village of San Diego, Veterans Assistance of San Diego, the San Marcos Veterans Center and Camp Pendleton’s Wounded Warrior Battalion-West. Pegasus Rising relies exclusively on public donations so please come out to this fun family event and support our troops and their families.

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Aussie, co-founder and president of Earnest Eats, described the company’s philosophy as “good in, good out, good vibes.” “The good in is the superfood nutrition for you, the good out is our conscious causes, and if you do all that, you get out in the world and you get some good vibes back,” Aussie said. Aussie and Mandel met in the early 1990s at then-La Jolla-based Kashi Company, where Aussie served as senior vice president of marketing. Mandel previously worked in sales at both Kashi and Hain-Celestial Group. Earnest Eats started out of Aussie’s Del Mar home and soon expanded to Cedros Design District in Solana Beach. Located at 444 South Cedros Avenue, Suite 175, today the

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The San Dieguito and Rancho Bernardo Brandeis National Committee chapters will host the annual Brandeis University outreach program, University on Wheels, with a luncheon on Jan. 6, 2016. Each winter Brandeis professors speak to some of the 45 BNC chapters around the country, drawing the community closer to the university. San Diego will welcome Dr. Nancy Scott, Associate Professor of Fine Arts, who will speak on â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Emergence of Public Art: From Coast to Coast.â&#x20AC;? Along with traditional art appreciation courses, Dr. Scott teaches classes that incorporate theory and practice, such as Economics and the Arts, and Museum Studies, taught with the staff of the universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Rose Art Museum. The event will be held Jan. 6 at 11 a.m. at the Morgan Run Resort & Club, 5690 Cancha De Golf, Rancho Santa Fe. The cost, $55 or $65, (partly tax deductible) will benefit the BNC Scholarship Campaign, a new initiative to raise $1 million in two years for scholarships. For information, or reservations, call Phyllis at 858-487-1422 by Dec. 29.

The Michelle Danner Acting Conservatory in Santa Monica is pleased to offer meritbased partial scholarships and work-study financial aid for qualifying actors. Scholarships are annually awarded to passionate students dedicated to lifelong artistic development and actor training. Selection is based on the applicantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s artistic achievements, promise for outstanding talent and true passion for their craft. The partial scholarships are private funds that do not have to be repaid and are designed to help promote talented actors and help to fund formal acting training of their performing arts skills. The awards vary in amounts and may be applied towards the cost of any of our programs. Scholarship opportunities are limited in number. Applicants must submit a 350-500 word essay describing their accomplishments and justification for consideration of a partial scholarship at the Michelle Danner Acting Conservatory. Along with their essay, applicants should submit a 1-minute monologue video that showcases their best talent. The completed application, statement, and 1 minute video should be sent to info@michelledanner.comwith the subject title MDAS Acting Scholarship. For information, contact Michelle Danner at 2437 Main St. Santa Monica, CA. Call 310392-0815 or visit www.EdgemarCenter.org or www.michelledanner.com

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Join Zelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Del Mar this week and hear some of San Diegoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top musicians. This weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s line-up includes: â&#x20AC;˘Thursday, Dec. 17 - The Loners 7 p.m. - 10 p.m. â&#x20AC;˘Friday, Dec. 18 - Jeff Moore 8 p.m. - 10 p.m. â&#x20AC;˘Saturday, Dec. 19 - The Floudners 8 p.m. - 10 p.m. â&#x20AC;˘Sunday, Dec. 20 - Special Guests! The Salty Pappas 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. Call (858) 755-0076 for more information. Zelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s is located at 1247 Camino Del Mar in the heart of Del Mar.

Anyone interested in trying their hand at varied art projects are invited to attend an innovative â&#x20AC;&#x153;Art CafĂŠâ&#x20AC;? from 10-11 a.m. Dec. 15 at the Del Mar Community Building. The project, sponsored by Del Mar Community Connections, will give attendees an opportunity to work on jewelry or craft making, canvas painting or coloring art. Juliette Milner, director, said that â&#x20AC;&#x201D; weather permitting â&#x20AC;&#x201D; would-be artists will gather at tables under trees in front of the building and sip coffee while trying the art offerings. The program is limited to 16 attendees. A $15 fee for art materials is requested. For reservations and information call 858-792-7565.

Bloodmobile coming to SB Library Dec. 22; register online The American Red Cross bloodmobile will be at the Solana Beach Library, 157 Stevens Ave., on Tuesday, Dec. 22, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. To schedule an appointment, please register online at redcrossblood.org, using the sponsor code SaveLives.

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Solana Beach Library Holiday Book Sale ongoing The Friends of the Solana Beach Library will hold a Holiday Book Sale inside the Solana Beach Library, 157 Stevens Ave, Solana Beach, throughout the month of December. On sale will be a collection of individually priced “new and nearly new” books suitable for gift giving including a collection of children’s picture books, autographed books, coffee table books, and a variety of antique/vintage books. Many used December themed holiday books and music will be offered as well. Come early! Shop often from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. daily, Monday –Saturday.

Holiday market to be held at Del Mar Plaza Dec. 12 to benefit Voices for Children A European-inspired holiday market and seasonal celebration will be held Saturday, Dec. 12, from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. at Del Mar Plaza to benefit Voices for Children. The European Market at the Plaza will include booths from some of Del Mar’s small businesses, including Cre8shuns By Lilian, La Isla Jewelry, San Diego Bath & Body Co, North County Olive Oil and Faux Fur Creations. Guests will be treated to discounts and goodies at some of the Del Mar Plaza’s stores, including Peaches En Regalia, Sunglass Hut, and more. Some of San Diego’s best restaurants will set up booths too, including San Diego Crepe Company, Darling Gourmet Biscotti, Bistro West, Nibble Chocolate and Il Fornaio. Drinks will be available for purchase. Live music by the Mar Dels. The event is free to attend. The event is presented by Del Mar Plaza and FINE Magazine.

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Pacific Coast Harmony recently performed at the Del Mar Powerhouse at the most recent First Thursdays concert. Courtesy photo

Del Mar Foundation and its Cultural Arts Committee welcomed Pacific Coast Harmony Pacific Coast Harmony, with its 27 male vocalists, graced the Del Mar Powerhouse and kicked off the holiday season at the most recent First Thursdays concert. The musical selection ranged from traditional barbershop to gospel, with swing, pop and holiday favorites included. La Jolla-based Pacific Coast Harmony is an award-winning men’s a cappella ensemble known for its vocal artistry and entertaining interpretations of a wide-range of musical styles. The concert was preceded by a wine and cheese reception, including a beautiful Del Mar sunset. The Cultural Arts Committee of the Del Mar Foundation is dedicated to bringing a wide variety of concerts, lectures, and other performances to the community of Del Mar. Its flagship program, the First Thursdays subscription series, offers world class performances on the first Thursday of each month between September and June. Additionally, non-subscription performances are offered throughout the year with tickets available to the general public. To receive information on upcoming concerts and events, visit www.delmarfoundation.org and add your name to our mailing list. The Del Mar Foundation, founded in 1982, is the oldest 501(c)(3) non-profit organization in Del Mar. It promotes civic pride and cohesiveness, acquires and preserves open space, improves beaches and parklands, raises and grants funds, and sponsors diverse cultural programs and community events in Del Mar.

Holiday Tree-Lighting event for Scripps Hospice set for Dec. 13 Family members and friends of current and former hospice care patients are invited to honor their loved ones during the third annual Light up a Life tree-lighting event Sunday, Dec. 13, from 2-3:30 p.m. in the Capella at Fairmont Grand Del Mar, 5300 Grand Del Mar Court, San Diego. At the event, attendees who donate $100 will receive a candle votive with the name of a loved one that they can place on a 9-foot holiday tree. Those who donate $1,000 will receive a commemorative ornament and the opportunity to include a photo in a looping slide presentation along with a brief message. Donations of $2,500, $5,000 and $10,000 are also being accepted with additional opportunities to honor loved ones at the event. Proceeds will benefit Scripps Hospice, which provides comprehensive care to patients with a serious, life-limiting illness and emotional, social and spiritual support for their family members. There is no cost to attend the event but space is limited and reservations are requested by Thursday, Dec. 10. For event details, sponsorship opportunities or to RSVP, please contact Denise Mallari at 858-678-7174 or specialevents@scrippshealth.org.or visit www.scripps.org/ lightupalife

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‘Santa by the Sea’ in Del Mar Village Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus came to Del Mar for the “Santa by the Sea” event held at L’Auberge Amphitheater Dec. 6. The event included holiday pictures with St. Nick, seasonal tunes performed throughout the afternoon by the original Dickens Carolers, and the Rad Hatter was on hand to assist in creating fabulous and festive fedoras. The event also featured holiday treats and refreshments from local restaurants, and more. The day culminated in a holiday tree lighting ceremony at the L’Auberge Amphitheater. A Teddy Bear Tea was held at L’Auberge — collected teddy bears will be donated to Rady Children’s Hospital. Photos by Jon Clark. For photos online, visit www.delmartimes.net.

The Hutchins Family at the Teddy Bear Tea

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Assembly candidate Kevin Melton attended tree lighting events in Del Mar and Solana Beach. Courtesy photo

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Sage Canyon School helps to make the season bright On Dec. 2, the front of Sage Canyon Elementary School was decked out with holiday trees. The trees were more than just festive dĂŠcor â&#x20AC;&#x201D; on each hung angel, snowflake and stocking ornaments with wishes listed on the back. Before and after school, the Sage Canyon community picked out wishes to grant and families to support through its annual Giving Tree event, organized by Teresa Miller. The Giving Tree gifts will go to five San Diego charities: The Friends of Scott Foundation, Boys & Girls Clubs of San Dieguito Holiday Adopt a Child, the Armed Services YMCA Secret Santa, Rady Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital Cancer Center and Toussaint Academy San Diego, a group home for homeless youth. Ocean Air Elementary School and Torrey Hills Elementary School families were also invited to participate in the holiday drive. Miller said it really is a community event and her goal is to get as many schools involved as possible every year. Photos by Karen Billing. For photos online, visit www.delmartimes.net.

JJ Pendleton, Val Kaenel and Teresa Miller with Ainsley Kanel and Lizzie Miller.

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Del Mar Highlands Town Center kicks off holidays Dec. 2 Del Mar Highlands Town Center welcomed the holiday season with a festive celebration held Dec. 2. The eighth annual celebration featured live entertainment from students of all ages, recognized the dedication of local teachers, police and fire personnel, and provided attendees with the opportunity to donate toys to children who may not otherwise receive holiday gifts. Following the program, attendees were treated to a musical light show, a visit with Santa Claus, and cookies and hot chocolate. More than $20,000 in donations were presented to 17 local schools, the San Diego Police Department and the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department. Funds provided to the police department will support the K9 law enforcement program, while the fire department will use the funds to purchase safety equipment for Station 24 crew members. Photos byMcKenzie Images. For photos online, visit www.delmartimes.net.

Yuki Walsh with Nami Sofia with Santa

Carmel Creek Elementary students K-3 carolers Abby, Zach, Ryan, Emma, Kaitlyn, Grace, Layla

Students from the Earl Warren Middle School Band

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Royal Academy of Performing Arts Winter Wonderland a success The Royal Academy of Performing Arts (RAPA) hosted its annual Winter Wonderland performance at UCSD’s Mandeville Auditorium recently. More than 1,500 proud parents, relatives and friends watched the matinee and evening performances consisting of a Nutcracker performance and a Dance Company Showcase from the successful competition teams at RAPA. “This is such a wonderful way to begin the holidays, and the talent, choreography and professional organization on display made me very, very proud,” said Francine Garton, owner and director of RAPA. “Our fantastic faculty did a remarkable job once again and our dancers were superb.” RAPA is now enrolling, visit www.rapasd.com or call 858-259-7272. Courtesy photos

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The City of Solana Beachâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Parks and Recreation Commission hosted its annual Holiday Tree Lighting Event at Fletcher Cove Park Dec. 6. This family-friendly event featured sweets, treats, cider and coffee to go along with Santa Claus (who arrived by fire truck), a nutcracker youth dance performance, a high school orchestra, and an award-winning professional pianist. Throughout the evening the community was entertained by the very merry music of award-winning pianist Robert Parker, the Santa Fe Christian High School Orchestra, and the Nutcracker Youth Dancers from the All Star Dance Studio. Photos by Jon Clark. For photos online, visit www.delmartimes.net.

Local dancers perform The Nutcracker Suite

Above: Santa talks to Parker at Fletcher Cove. Left: Trina Rubel and Dylan Sanders

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‘Snow Day at the Park’ “Snow Day at the Park” was held Dec. 5 at Ocean Air Recreation Center. The event included a Snow Sled Run, Toy/Food Drive, Pancake Breakfast, games, entertainment and more. Photos by Jon Clark. For photos online, visit www.delmartimes.net.

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100 - LEGAL NOTICES as Instrument No. 2007-0237612 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of SAN DIEGO County, California; Date of Sale: 12/31/2015 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the entrance to the East County Regional Center by the statue, located at 250 E. Main St., El Cajon, CA 92020 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $346,172.98 The purported property address is: 12996 VIA LATINA, DEL MAR, CA 92014 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 301-112-34-00 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916.939.0772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http:// www.qualityloan.com , using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-15-682551-JB . Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and ex-

NORTH COAST - DECEMBER 10, 2015 - PAGE B21 clusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. QUALITY MAY BE CONSIDERED A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 916.939.0772 Or Login to: http:// www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-15-682551-JB IDSPub #0096578 12/10/2015 12/17/2015 12/24/2015. DM1488. NOTICE INVITING BIDS The City of Del Mar, OWNER, invites sealed bids for: FY2016 POWERHOUSE RESTROOM REHABILITATION OBTAINING CONTRACT DOCUMENTS: The Contract Documents, containing proposal forms Contract Agreement, Specifications, and Drawings may be obtained online via ebidboard.com, or ScanTech Graphics, located at 7150 Engineer Road, San Diego CA 92111 at (858) 495-0727 (plotting@scantechgraphics.com), for the non-refundable cost of printing. RECEIPT AND OPENING OF PROPOSALS: Sealed proposals will be received at the Office of the City Clerk, located at 1050 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar, California, until 2:00 PM., January 7, 2016, at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud at said office. COMPLETION OF WORK: All WORK performed under this contract shall be completed 60 working days after

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Peacekeeping Foods for all the Holiday Gatherings – Part 2 BY CATHARINE KAUFMAN Well, you’ve survived Thanksgiving (or just barely), but we’re only at the midpoint through the stressful holiday season. We still have Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Christmas, New Year’s Eve, and assorted cocktail parties remaining. Let’s keep things jolly and amicable at get-togethers with family, friends and business associates by serving an abundance of foods with a reputation for imparting a mellow mood so your guests won’t be dropping their gloves in your arena.

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Hanukkah – Laid-back Latkes Jews celebrate the “festival of lights,” which I have jokingly renamed the “festival of cholesterol” with jelly doughnuts and latkes or potato pancakes symbolically fried in oil served with traditional toppings of applesauce and sour cream as part of the modern day Hanukkah celebration. These heavy, greasy recipes that tend to make us all a little sluggish and uncomfortable can be transformed into a healthful, calming food. Instead of frying latkes, bake on a parchmentlined cookie sheet with a light drizzle of olive oil. As well, incorporate dark leafy greens, especially Swiss chard, arugula and spinach that ramp up the body’s stress response by regulating the function of many systems. Chard, a powerful warrior against high blood pressure and blood sugar levels, thanks to its rich store of antioxidants, vitamins (A, D, E and K), and minerals, includ-

ing magnesium, calcium and iron, knocks stress off its feet. For a hearty protein dense latke use omega-3 rich ground salmon seasoned with choice herbs and spices to keep the stress hormone cortisol at bay, while boosting mood and managing anxiety with its ample supply of Vitamin D.

Kwanzaa – Soothing Sweet Potatoes and Yams Kwanzaa, a celebration of African-American heritage translates from Swahili to “first fruits” in honor of the treasure trove harvested from the African soils. The yam considered “the king of crops” is a traditional food served during this sevenday holiday. Both yams and sweet potatoes are high-energy complex carbs packed with anti-stress nutrients, including C and Bcomplex vitamins, magnesium, potassium and iron that have been found to boost mood for several hours. Whip up a smooth puree with a crispy pecan topping, baked in their jackets or thick-cut fries with a savory yogurt dipping sauce, or a sweet treat blending super dark antioxidant-rich (and mellowing) melted chocolate in the puree for a healthy and delicious parfait or pudding. Christmas – Pacifying Pumpkin Soup ‘Tis the season for sugar and spice and edible vice, from fruitcake to plum pudding, along with rich, fatty fowls of geese and duck, washing it down with decadent drinks, especially eggnog and hot toddy,

which all make us a little hyper and grumpy (and that’s before getting on the scale). So whip up a pot of steamy, soothing pumpkin soup with hints of ginger, cinnamon and nutmeg, and raw pepitas (pumpkin seeds) sprinkled on top for a hearty dose of antianxiety from the rich store of magnesium, B-complex and C vitamins, copper, zinc, iron and gamma-tocopherol vitamin E. New Year’s Eve and Cocktail Parties — Mellow Merlot and Munchies Red wine has a load of antioxidant resveratrol found in the skin of red grapes, particularly those grown in cooler climes, linking the libation to reduced stress levels when consumed in moderate amounts. Varieties that pack the most resveratrol levels include Malbec, St. Laurent and Pinot Noir. Cheers! Nurse your drink with a handful of crunchy, calming nuts, particularly almonds, walnuts, pecans, Brazils and cashews. All forms provide a generous serving of stress-relieving nutrients, including zinc, magnesium, phosphorous, along with Vitamins E and B to elevate mood, and impart a euphoric sense of well-being.

2 tablespoons unbleached flour 1 teaspoon brown sugar ½ teaspoon cinnamon ¼ teaspoon ginger powder Dash of nutmeg ¼ cup chopped pecans or walnuts 2 tablespoons golden raisins Olive, grapeseed or safflower oil Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Peel the yams, and grate coarsely by hand or in a food processor. Drain well and transfer to a large mixing bowl. Add eggs, salt, flour, sugar and spices, and blend well. Gently fold in nuts and raisins. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper, and generously coat with oil. Spoon the yam mixture onto the pan forming 3-inch pancakes about ¹⁄³ inch thick. Bake for about 20 minutes until the edges and bottoms are golden brown. Flip and bake another 10 minutes until cooked through. Drain on paper towels. Serve immediately with applesauce, sour cream or fresh whipped cream. For additional holiday recipes, email kitchenshrink@san.rr.com.

Combining the yam from Kwanzaa, the latkes from Hanukkah, and the seasonal spices of Christmas, here’s a calming garnet yam latke recipe to enjoy throughout the holiday season and beyond. Garnet Yam Latkes 4 large garnet yams or sweet potatoes 2 eggs ¼ teaspoon sea salt

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want… including WiFi and internet. And it was precisely those features that allowed hackers to get into the vehicle’s computer and command its steering, brakes and the engine. That’s an incredibly scary thought in this day and age as cyberattacks are nearly rampant. We’ve all heard of the security breaches at stores like Home Depot and Target; now, hackers can even take over a citizen’s car if they want to. The proverbial doors are wide open. The story original debuted at Wired magazine (7/21/2015). Among other things, researchers disabled the brakes of the Jeep Cherokee in question, driven by one of the technology reporters. The vehicle careened into a ditch as a result. Fortunately, the hack was controlled and no one was injured. Researchers didn’t stop there. They toyed with the vehicle’s radio, steering, horn and seat belt. They disabled the brakes. And what’s more, everything was done on the ﬂy, through the internet.

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Fiat Chrysler issued a software patch as soon as the issue became public. As a result of the potential threat, the manufacturer issued a recall for 1.4 million vehicles to address the bug. Fiat Chrysler owners don’t have to take in their vehicles for the patch; instead they will receive a USB drive with a software update they can do themselves right from the dash of their vehicle thanks in part to – that’s right – the internet. In a reassuring twist, the researchers did note that the hack was certainly not easy to perform. It took one year of sophisticated reprogramming including multiple attempts to actually hack the vehicle. So, the good news is that if you’re driving an affected Jeep according to the list below, you’re more than likely safe – for now. Of course, it’s a good idea to get your patch right away. Affected vehicles include: • 2013-2015 MY Dodge Viper specialty vehicles

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The 1974 home is a quick walk to the beach in Del Mar. Photo courtesy Los Angeles Times/Redfin.com

Legendary composer Burt Bacharach falls for a beach home in Del Mar BY LAUREN BEALE, SPECIAL TO THE CARMEL VALLEY NEWS, DEL MAR TIMES, SOLANA BEACH SUN Composer and songwriter Burt Bacharach has bought a 2,626-square-foot house in Del Mar for $5.5 million. The mid-’70s two-story, with a detached studio, is just across the street and beyond a house to the sand. The interior space includes a living room with a fireplace, a family room, kitchen, six bedrooms and four bathrooms. There are four driveway parking spots. Bacharach, 87, is a six-time Grammy winner and three-time Oscar winner. He paired with lyricist Hal David to write hits for Dionne Warwick and Perry Como. Among Bacharch’s memorable songs are “I Say a Little Prayer,” “Walk on By” and “The Look of Love.” He won Academy Awards for “Arthur” and “Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid.” The property was most recently listed in June at $5.95 million. Peter Buckley of Peter Buckley was the listing agent. Jalane Kennedy of Pacific Sotheby’s International Realty represented Bacharach.

Armed Forces honored with holiday ornament •Limited edition ornament features each branch’s official emblem; Proceeds go to military heroes and their families The first holiday ornament to feature the official emblems of the Army, Marines, Navy, Air Force and Coast Guard has been created by the Spirit of Liberty Foundation to honor military heroes and their families. Rarely do the emblems of the five services appear together on a single item, though this first-time ornament has been officially approved by each of the services. “We want to establish a vehicle to honor our men and women in uniform” said Richard Rovsek, chairman of the Spirit of Liberty Foundation. “It enables those of us who benefit from the courage and sacrifice of our armed forces to demonstrate our support this holiday season and throughout the year.” In addition to the emblems of each of the services, the ornament features a visual of a gold star on an American Flag and the words “Spirit of Liberty” and “Freedom is not Free.” The emblems float on a flowing American Flag and feature the words “God Bless America.” It can be purchased online, at retail and by mail order for $15.95 + shipping or $19.95 + shipping with a personalized inscription. • Online orders: www.OfficialOrnament.com • Mail orders: Spirit of Liberty Ornament, 773 Victory highway, West Greenwich, RI 02817 • Retail outlets: check the website for a list of retailers The Armed Forces Ornament, a demonstration of the American spirit of liberty, will be available only until Dec. 31, 2016, after which its design will be retired. For more details, visit www.spiritoflibertyfoundation.com and www.OfficialOrnament.com. The Spirit of Liberty Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that was originally formed to raise funds and to assist in the restoration and maintenance of the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. After the restoration was completed, and in the wake of 9/11, the Foundation’s mission was changed to honor and support our American Heroes in the Armed Forces past, present, and future with an emphasis on Wounded Warriors, Fallen Heroes and their families.

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13275 Kibbings Sun 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Lucienne Lastovic, Pacific Sotheby’s 858-366-3295 12674 Carmel Country Rd #37 Sat & Sun 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Charles & Farryl Moore, Coldwell Banker 858-395-7525 6728 Monterra Trail Sat & Sun 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Dan Conway, Pacific Sotheby’s 858-243-5278 6717 Monterra Trail Sat & Sun 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Dan Conway, Pacific Sotheby’s 858-243-5278 6721 Monterra Trail Sat & Sun 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Dan Conway, Pacific Sotheby’s 858-243-5278 4221 Calle Isabelino Sat & Sun 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. K. Cummins, Coastal Premiere/Host: K. & D. Cummins 858-750-9577 13580 Tierra Vista Circle Sat & Sun 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Dan Conway, Pacific Sotheby’s 858-243-5278 5011 Sterling Grove Lane Sat & Sun 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Jen Drennan, Coastal Premier Properties 858-205-3077 6260 Sunrose Crest Way Sat & Sun 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Dan Conway, Pacific Sotheby’s 858-243-5278 4626 Valinda Point Sun 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. K. Shine & D. Stranton, Berkshire Hathaway 858-382-5496 6593 Mesa Norte Dr Sat & Sun 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Gwyn Rice/Lisa Stennes Berkshire Hathaway 858-759-5721 6575 Mesa Norte Dr Sat & Sun 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Gwyn Rice/Lisa Stennes Berkshire Hathaway 858-759-5721 3811 Rancho La Bella Sat & Sun 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Dan Conway, Pacific Sotheby’s 858 243-5278

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Top: Front view Bottom: Back view The Spirit of Liberty Foundation supports and honors these heroes and their families through of variety of programs and annual events including “Operation Christmas Miracle: The Believe in Santa Tour,” the “Crossing of America Tour,” “America’s Freedom Bell’s Patriots Tour” and “Liberty Flies Across America.”

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15966 Via Broma Sun 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. Gracinda Maier & Joe Gallo,Berkshire Hathaway 858-395-2949 16811 Via de Santa Fe Sun 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Janet Lawless Christ, Coldwell Banker RSF 858-335-7700 17038 Mimosa Sun 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. Janet Lawless Christ Coldwell Banker RSF 858-335-7700 14408 Emerald Ln. Sun 11 a.m. - 4 p.m J. Greene, Paciﬁc Sotheby’s/ Host: J. Greene & H. Patrize 619-218-5388 6550 Paseo Delicias Sun 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Janet Lawless Christ, Coldwell Banker RSF 858-335-7700 5905 Lago Lindo Sun 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Georgiana Strate, Strate’s Estates 858-705-1618 4540 Los Pinos Sun 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. Janet Lawless Christ, Coldwell Banker RSF 858-335-7700

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