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■ iPalpiti Festival returns for classical concert series in Encinitas. Page 4

■ Botanic Garden bids farewell to rare Torrey pine. Page 6

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July 3, 2015

Homelessness, other issues in downtown Encinitas take center stage BY JARED WHITLOCK Bobby Virk, owner of the 7-Eleven on D Street, has seen it all in the alleyway behind his business, from drug sales to vandalism to people urinating. In front of his store, Virk frequently grapples with vagrants panhandling and littering. “Unfortunately, it becomes a real problem for the business owners to keep their areas clear, clean and inviting,” Virk said this week. “We don’t have the resources to deal with it.” A spike in concerns from Encinitas residents and businesses led the Encinitas City Council last week to convene a subcommittee to address homelessness, vagrancy, drug use, long-term parking on public streets and other downtown issues. Virk welcomed the new subcommittee, saying the city over the years has focused on bar-related complaints in the area, but other downtown issues were sometimes neglected. “Before, I don’t think the city’s eye was on these other problems,” Virk said. “I don’t think they were taking the vagrancy issue seriously. I think that’s changed; it’s a welcome change.” For his part, Virk recommended that the Sheriff’s Department reinstate a coastal enforcement unit that disbanded a few years ago. The beat patrol, Virk said, knew the ins and outs of the area and often squashed issues before they got out of hand. Besides the council subcommittee, Encinitas 101 Main Street Association and businesses are stepping up to the plate. Virk, for instance, is part of the Alley Activation Project, a new campaign to revitalize downtown alleyways that attract illegal activity. “It includes cleaning, painting, lighting, landscaping and even adding murals to make the alleys more attractive,” said Thora Guthrie, executive director of Encinitas 101 Main

An Encinitas City Council subcommittee was convened to tackle downtown Encinitas issues like vandalism. Photo by Jared Whitlock Street, which is behind the program. The goal is to draw more foot traffic through downtown alleys to drive out illegal activity, an approach that’s worked in other cities, Guthrie stated. Encinitas 101 Main Street recently received two grants totaling $15,000 for the program, and it’s partnering with EDCO and SDG&E to aid with beautification. “More businesses are operating out of the alleys, and that’s already made the problem better,” she said. “We want to take it a step further with the program.” Echoing others interviewed for this article, Guthrie said there’s no simple solution for homelessness issues. As a first step, she’s exploring bringing programs like ElderHelp to Encinitas.

ElderHelp connects those in need of a place to live with seniors who require assistance to stay in their homes. It facilitates matches with a comprehensive process that includes intake, assessment, registration and screening of home seekers and providers. Councilmembers Lisa Shaffer and Tony Kranz several weeks ago met informally with a cross-section of residents and business owners to talk about downtown issues, particularly where problems seem the worst: Second Street, Third Street and Fourth Street. The conversation sparked the creation of the subcommittee. One of residents’ chief concerns: People living out of their cars and campers, with many parked in downtown Encinitas in zones with two-hour limits. To that end, the council last week expressed interest in members of the Sheriff’s Senior Volunteer Patrol writing tickets to enforce the See DOWNTOWN, page 23

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BY JARED WHITLOCK An immunization bill signed by Gov. Jerry Brown on June 30 is poised to make waves locally, since local elementary school districts have high rates of kindergarten vaccine waivers. The new law will end exemptions from immunizations based on religious or personal reasons. In the Encinitas Union School District, 11.6 percent of kindergartners during the 2014-15 school year had personal-belief exemptions, dwarfing the statewide average of 2.5 percent. The rate was even higher at Cardiff Elementary at 19.8 percent, the only school with kindergartners in the Cardiff School District.

Senate Bill 277 was a response to health concerns over low vaccination rates in some communities, as well as a measles outbreak in December 2014 traced to Disneyland that spread to more than 150 people. “I think the state’s making the right call on this one, and it will be interesting to see where it goes from here,” said Encinitas Union School District Superintendent Tim Baird a few hours after the bill was signed into law. Baird said there were greater numbers of kindergarten exemptions in recent years. But, he added, some of these students were vaccinated later in the year or in subsequent grades.

The district received passionate phone calls and emails from those for and against the bill, Baird stated. Locally, the San Dieguito Union High School District voiced support for SB 277, and the Encinitas district and Cardiff district didn’t register a stance. Olivenhain Pioneer had the highest rate of personalbelief exemptions among the Encinitas district’s nine schools during the 2014-15 school year, with waivers for 19 out of 122 kindergartners, or about 16 percent. At Cardiff Elementary, waivers were on file for 20 of the 101 kindergartners. Starting in July 2016, students enrolling in public

A new state law will remove personal-belief exemptions for vaccinations. A high percentage of Encinitas Union School District students have personal-belief exemptions on file. San Diego Union Tribune file photo or private schools or daycare centers must be vaccinated against diseases like whooping cough and measles, unless they have allergies or other medical conditions that have been certified by a physician.

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Encinitas to invite proposals for ‘operating partner’ to transform Pacific View site BY JARED WHITLOCK Groups looking to transform the Pacific View property into a community gathering spot will soon be able to submit proposals. The Pacific View subcommittee on June 29 announced that it will invite letters of intent — tentatively in the July 10 to July 31 window — for an “operating partner,” which will be responsible for designing, rehabbing and running the 2.8-acre Pacific View site. Eventually, the Encinitas City Council will select one operating partner. Councilwoman Lisa Shaffer, who is on the subcommittee with Councilman Tony Kranz, said various groups have asked questions and expressed interest in the role. “Until someone signs on the dotted line and says, ‘Yes, I want to propose this, and here’s what I’m proposing to do,’ we can’t know how to proceed,” Shaffer said. Shaffer said once letters are received, the council could launch a competition among potential operating partners, or it could enter into exclusive negotiations with an operating partner that achieves community consensus. An operating partner’s plans should revolve around arts, education and community gathering spaces — uses that the council agreed on in April. The subcommittee also said that a workshop will be held, tentatively on July 20, for prospective operating partners to link up with possible tenants and people interested in helping them. At least one group has publicly announced it will submit a letter of intent. After the meeting, Garth Murphy with the Encinitas Arts, Culture and Ecology Alliance said the group wants to rehab the Pacific

View buildings with performing arts, visual arts and other uses in mind. With the letters of intent, the city at this point isn’t looking for a full-on operating plan, but rather a five-page overview of the vision and financing strategy, Shaffer said. Letters should also include the operating partner’s qualifications. She said operating partners willing to fund most or all of their plans would have a better shot at being chosen. “Your chances of success would be better,” Shaffer said. “But we don’t want to constrain anybody from any creative proposals.” An operating partner can turn to architectural drawings depicting alternatives for fixing up the property. The council awarded the firm Westberg & White a $70,000 contract in April for the architectural work. Instead of the city completing the Pacific View revamp, the council approved the operating-partner concept to speed up site rehabilitation. After the meeting, Councilman Tony Kranz said no date has been set for when the council will select the operating partner. The operating partner will oversee the Pacific View site until a long-term plan for the site gets off the ground. After the meeting, Kranz said a long-term plan is probably far off, since any ideas would need funding and community support. The city bought the Pacific View site, at 608 Third Street, from the Encinitas Union School District last year. When the property officially changed hands six months ago, the subcommittee was launched to tackle potential uses and guide the site restoration.

Groups looking to transform and oversee the Pacific View property will be able to formally submit their plans to the city. Photo by Jared Whitlock

High-end bike theft investigation leads to three arrests As part of an investigation of high-end bicycle thefts in north San Diego County coastal cities, detectives of the North Coastal Sheriff’s Station served a search warrant at the Royal Motel in the 1400 block of North Coast Highway 101, Encinitas. Three arrests were made, various high-end bicycles, bike frames, and expensive components were seized along with methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia, according to a San Diego County Sheriff’s Department news release. Encinitas residents Jeffrey Scott Stevenson, 60, and Emiko Nishida Sanderson, 54, were arrested for possession of a controlled substance for sale and possession of drug paraphernalia. Sanderson also had a misdemeanor arrest warrant, the news release said. Encinitas resident Billie Dee Estoque, 55, a convicted felon, was arrested for possession of a firearm, possession of a controlled substance without a prescription, and possession of drug paraphernalia, according to the news release. There will be a display of the bicycles and other seized items on July 9 at 9 a.m., at the San Diego County Sheriff’s Crime Lab located at 5255 Mt. Etna Drive, San Diego, 92117. Anyone with information about this case can call the Sheriff’s Department non-emergency line at (858) 565-5200. You can remain anonymous and be eligible for up to a $1,000 reward for information leading to an arrest. Call Crime Stoppers at (888) 580-8477.

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The iPalpiti performers from the 2014 tour. Courtesy photo

iPalpiti Festival returns for July classical concert series in Encinitas BY DIANE Y. WELCH Returning to Encinitas in July is the world-famous iPalpiti Festival of International Laureates. Its artists will perform classical solo, ensemble and orchestral concerts in the community room at the Encinitas Library and at San Dieguito Academy. It is the city’s most prominent music festival, bringing young, virtuoso artists to the beach town for rare performances in an intimate setting with the ocean view as a backdrop. This is the fourth year that iPalpiti has chosen Encinitas as its summer venue outside of Los Angeles, and unlike in previous years, this season of live performances spans a two-week period from July 9 through July 18. The artists are some of the nation’s topranked, award-winning musicians. This summer, 25 international laureates will arrive in Los Angeles from 22 countries including Azerbaijan, Ecuador, Spain, Norway, Finland, Turkey, Italy, Denmark, Germany and Brazil. There will be five soloist concerts at the library on four consecutive evenings beginning at 7:30 p.m. July 9 through July 12, and on July 15. Each one will be different, said Jim Gilliam, City of Encinitas Arts Administrator. Soloists are violinists Kreeta-Julia Heikkilä from Finland and Yury Revich from Austria; violist Midori Maruyama from Japan; cellist Francisco Vila from Ecuador; and pianist Svetlana Smolina from Russia. The first week of soloists is followed by a week-long residency, with the entire orchestra rehearsing at the library for a free

grand finale performance of the “Fun for All Community Concert.” That will be held at San Dieguito Academy amphitheater at 4 p.m. July 18. “It is their way of saying ‘thank you’ to the community of Encinitas for being such welcoming hosts,” said Gilliam. The public can get a sneak peek at the artists as they rehearse at the library for this concert. These free public rehearsals will be held twice a day, from 10 a.m through noon, and 2 p.m. through 5 p.m. July 13 through 17. Making the festival possible is the nonprofit iPalpiti Artists International, founded in 1997 by Eduard and Laura Schmieder, internationally renowned violinists and music educators. With the support of renowned adult musicians, iPalpiti discovers and promotes talented young professional artists from around the globe and is dedicated to their artistic career advancement. The organization also promotes peace and understanding through music. iPalpiti (pronounced ee-PAHL-pit-ee) is Italian for “heartbeats” and alludes to music being the pulse of the soul. The iPalpiti Orchestra, founded by Schmieder in 1991, became the flagship ensemble of iPalpiti Artists International. Its humanitarian mission of cultural exchange created a universal network of more than 200 artists from all over the world, promoting cultural understanding through music. Each summer, iPalpiti brings 25 to 30 of these exceptionally gifted professional musicians to its home base in Los Angeles. En-

Fourth of July Parade to be held at SD Botanic Garden A Fourth of July Parade will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 4, at the San Diego Botanic Garden, 230 Quail Gardens Drive. Free with paid admission or membership. Info: http://www.sdbgarden.org/seeds_wond.htm. Children and their families are invited to dress up in red, white and blue, and bring decorated strollers and wagons (no bikes, please!). Meet at Seeds of Wonder at 10 a.m. Parade begins promptly at 10:30 a.m.

Soloists from the 2014 festival. Photo courtesy Bill Dean cinitas is the kickoff for the annual California festival. The musicians, often referred to as the “Musical Peace Corps,” have been honored with more than 100 international competition awards and are internationally recognized for their performances in Japan, Israel, Holland, Switzerland, Belgium, Italy and more. “Classical music is the spiritual factor which brings people together and unites them irrespective of religion and culture, appealing to sublime senses,” stated Schmieder. Visit http://www.ci.encinitas.ca.us and click on the Arts link, then follow links for information on the soloists and their repertoires and to purchase tickets. Individual concerts are $15 each or a festival pass may be purchased for $70. The “Fun for All Community Concert” at San Dieguito Academy is free; musical selections will be announced from the podium. Bring blankets and low-backed chairs. Visit http://www.ipalpiti. org to learn more about iPalpiti.

Coastal Community Foundation receives award Coastal Community Foundation, a nonprofit, philanthropic organization of north county, has again received accreditation from the Community Foundations National Standards Board. This achievement recognizes that CCF has met the nation’s highest philanthropic standards of accountability, excellence and service. Directing charitable efforts since its founding in 1987, CCF has over 50 funds and scholarships under its umbrella. In 2014, $235,448 was given to community programs. These monies came from 91 grants and 17 scholarships. Information about Coast Community Foundation can be found at www.coastalfoundation.org.

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Encinitas council maintains opposition to ‘density bonus’ bill BY JARED WHITLOCK The Encinitas City Council last week maintained its opposition to proposed “density bonus” legislation, despite the bill’s author asking the city to reconsider its stance. California’s density bonus law lets developers build more housing on property than city zoning allows, and in exchange they’re required to set aside one or more of the units for low-income individuals. AB 744, which is working its way through the California legislature, was written to ease builders’ parking requirements when constructing density bonus developments. But the council’s main beef with AB 744 is over how it calculates the number of homes allowed in density bonus projects, which residents have protested across the city. Introduced by Assemblymember Ed Chau of Monterey Park, AB 744 originally mandated that cities “round up” a density bonus calculation, increasing the number of units. The council registered opposition in May, advocating for “rounding down” as part of its efforts to shrink the footprint of the developments. In response, Chau updated the bill with language from the current density bonus law that governs rounding. But the council last week said this language is ambiguous on whether cities should round up or down. So the council on June 24 voted unanimously to direct Deputy Mayor Catherine Blakespear to write a letter to Chau, stating

that it should be clarified that local jurisdictions have discretion to round down. “If you feel it necessary to prescribe the rounding of fractional units, we urge you to require that fractional units be rounded down to the nearest whole number,” Blakespear wrote in the letter. “The city of Encinitas recognizes and values the need for affordable housing. But rounding up density calculations results only in additional market rate units, not in additional affordable units.” Another council qualm with AB 744: It would relax parking requirements for new density bonus developments within a half mile of a major transit stop like a rail station, senior housing development or specialneeds facility. The bill states that those living in such projects drive less frequently, so fewer parking spots are needed. Blakespear’s letter says the city only has one transit center, and the half-mile radius outlined in the bill includes “an area that already presents a parking challenge.” “There appears to be an assumption that seniors aged 62 or older do not require automobiles, or do not have visitors requiring parking,” Blakespear wrote. AB 744 will be referred to potentially two policy committees in the California Senate before reaching the Senate floor for a vote. Bills must pass the floor no later than Sept. 11 to reach the governor’s office, according to a city staff report. To reduce the size of density bonus projects, the council last summer voted to

round down when calculating the number of homes in a density bonus project, among other changes. But the Building Industry Association sued the city, and the lawsuit has yet to be resolved. Five public speakers during last week’s meeting urged the council not to budge. Resident Gerald Sodomka said withdrawing opposition would weaken the council’s stance on rounding. The council vote in favor of sending the letter was 4-0. Councilman Mark Muir was absent from the meeting.

City manager contract goes to council July 8 BY JARED WHITLOCK The new Encinitas city manager’s contract will be up for approval at the July 8 Encinitas City Council meeting. Council on May 27 unanimously selected a city manager in closed session, pending contract negotiations with the candidate. The candidate’s name was not released by press time. In recent weeks, a council subcommittee made up of Mayor Kristin Gaspar and Deputy Mayor Catherine Blakespear hammered out the contract details. Interim City Manager Larry Watt’s contract expired July 1. This week, Watt said if the council approves the contract on July 8, the new city manager probably won’t be able to start right away — possibly not until August. So city department heads will take two-week turns as city manager until the new city manager starts, according to Watt. Watt, who received praised from council members during his final council meeting on June 24, took the helm in January, after former City Manager Gus Vina stepped down to take a city manager job in Northern California. Sixty-one people applied for the city manager job. The city manager oversees day-today operations and city staff. The July 8 council meeting starts at 6 p.m. at City Hall, 505 S. Vulcan Ave.

Supervisors rename sheriff’s station on El Camino The Sheriff’s station on El Camino Real in Encinitas is home base for deputies serving that city and many other communities, including Del Mar, Solana Beach, Rancho Santa Fe, Fairbanks Ranch and Rancho Cielo. That’s a big area, and for that reason the Board of Supervisors voted 5-0 recently to rename the facility as the “North Coastal Sheriff’s Station.” The station is one of 21 within the county.

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Botanic Garden bids farewell to rare Torrey pine

County to defend Roberts’ ex-staffers

BY JARED WHITLOCK A 100-foot tall Torrey pine, planted by the founders of the San Diego Botanic Garden in the late 1940s or early 1950s, came down July 1. “It’s a somber time here at the Botanic Garden,” said executive director Julian Duval. “We’re sad to see it go.” Duval said the Botanic Garden had no choice but to remove the rare tree, which was leaning to such a degree that it was deemed a hazard to visitors, as well as surrounding plants and trees. He added as a silver lining, larger pieces of the tree will be fashioned into furnishings for the Larabee House, a home on the property where the Botanic Garden founders, Ruth and Charles Larabee, lived. “This is a way to pay homage to them,” Duval said. “There’s an element of making lemonade out of lemons.” In 1942, Ruth Larabee purchased 26.5 acres of ranch land in Encinitas. Neither of the Larabees was employed at the time, so they had time to travel, acquire plants and establish what would later become the Botanic Garden. Given the size of the Torrey pine, it took a few days to remove. Using ropes and pulleys, employees of

BY JOSHUA STEWART, SPECIAL TO THE ENCINITAS ADVOCATE The county will pay for the legal defense of two former employees sued by a member of county Supervisor Dave Roberts’ staff and, if a court rules against them, possibly pay damages. In a closed-door meeting on June 23, the Board of Supervisors agreed to hire lawyers to defend Roberts’ former scheduler Diane Porter and former Chief of Staff Glynnis Vaughan. Both women are defendants in a lawsuit filed by their ex-colleague, Roberts’ driver and aide Harold Meza. “Yesterday (June 23), the board decided in closed session to defend (Porter and Vaughan) in the Meza case,” San Diego County spokesman Michael Workman said. The county will hire outside attorneys on this case in order to avoid any sort of legal ethics conflicts, but who will represent Porter and Vaughan has not been determined. “We’ll use outside counsel for that,” Workman said. If the lawsuit goes to trial and the court rules in Meza’s favor, the county might also pay for any sort of judgment. “The County is financially liable for a judgment unless it is based upon conduct that is not within the course and scope of employment under the law,” Workman said. Porter’s attorney, Chris Morris, said he hopes to defend his client in this case. Vaughan’s attorney said she could not comment. Meza’s attorney, Dan Gilleon, said it was “unfortunate” that Porter and Vaughan want the county to pay for their defense.

An employee of Bishop’s Tree Service uses a chainsaw to remove the remaining portion of a Torrey pine at the San Diego Botanic Garden. Photo by Jared Whitlock Bishop’s Tree Service took chainsaws to various parts of the tree. Duval called it “quite an engineering feat.” “Normally, they’ll take down as much of the tree in one fell swoop as possible to expedite the process,” Duval said. “They couldn’t do that in this case, because the impact would be too great on the area.” In the absence of the towering tree, he said it will be interesting to see how nearby plants and trees adjust. “Some aren’t used to getting this much sunlight,” he said. While the Torrey pine had to come down, there are two other Torrey pines at the Botanic Garden, both over 100 feet in height, that remain in good health.

“It’s unfortunate that Ms. Porter and Vaughan not only want the County to pay them for quitting, but now they want the County to pay a lawyer to defend them for conduct that clearly was not part of their job,” he said in an email. In a June 10 lawsuit, Meza alleged that Porter and Vaughan created a hostile work environment when they worked together in Roberts’ office. Meza says they had a friendly relationship until Porter made an “obscene comment” about “intimate marital problems” and he started to avoid her. After that, Porter “embarked on a smear campaign” and conspired with Vaughan to bother him at work. Both Porter and Vaughan, as well as former policy adviser Lindsey Masukawa, have filed claims against the county for their experiences in Roberts’ office. Claims are a mandatory precursor to possible lawsuits against the county. Porter, Masukawa and Vaughan all resigned within days of each other in April. They claim the first-term supervisor repeatedly misused government resources, had an improper relationship with Meza, and offered a colleague a raise and promotion in exchange for misleading a county human resources inquiry into Roberts’ office. Morris said his client, Porter, did nothing wrong. He also argues that the county should pay for Porter’s and Vaughan’s defense against Meza since the allegations are tied to their duties as county employees. Typically, the Office of County Counsel and its in-house lawyers defend current and former staffers in lawsuits that involve their work as county employees. In this case, See ROBERTS, page 23

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Writing nonfiction more compelling than a great thriller for author BY ANTOINETTE KURITZ AND JARED KURITZ Sometimes fact can be even more exciting than fiction. And when W. Craig Reed writes, that is always the case. More than five decades ago, the world was brought to the brink of destruction when Soviet President Nikita Khrushchev sent four Foxtrot submarines toward Cuba. Each one carried a nuclear torpedo. Officers aboard all four vessels, when backed against the wall by President John F. AUTHOR Kennedy’s naval forces, came APPEARANCE: within a breath of firing their W. Craig Reed will torpedoes andstarting World sign and discuss his War III. books at: W. Craig Reed was the • Bar nes & Noble Enfirst author to bring the encinitas, 2 p.m. July 11 tire chilling story to light in his New York Times best-selling book, “Red November: Inside the Secret U.S.–Soviet Submarine War.” For the first time in print, he revealed why Khrushchev really backed down and removed his missiles from Cuba. Kennedy trumped the Soviet president by playing an ace that averted a nuclear war and changed the course of history. The ace was a new technology invented by scientists at the Naval Research Labs in Washington, D.C., and deployed worldwide by Reed’s father, U.S. Navy Lt. William Reed. In his new book, “Cold War III: How the U.S Navy Can Defeat Putin and Halt Climate Change,” Reed once again gives readers the experience of a thriller in a nonfiction read. You have served in the military and been enormously successful in the tech industry. When did you decide to also become an author, and with what genre did you begin and why? My father was an author and ghost-wrote movie director John Huston’s biography. He and I collaborated to write “Tarzan, My Father,” for Johnny Weissmuller Jr., and “Crazy Ivan,” a nonfiction submarine book. That encouraged me to begin writing my own books.

You write fiction and nonfiction, thrillers and business books. Which do you find easier, fiction or nonfiction, and why? Non-fiction, as novels require much more imagination and characterization and setting and plot design. On the other hand, nonfiction requires much more research and digging for facts. How much research goes into the writing of your non-fiction? Your fiction? And do you do your own research, or do you have an assistant? I do an extensive amount of research and leverage contacts and friends in high (or sometimes low!) places with “inside” knowledge. Usually they must remain anonymous, and they also check my facts. You are a New York Times best-selling author. How does membership in that lofty club change or enhance a writing career? It does help with validation, although I’ve met some writers who I think are far better than I am who are not on the list. Your novels are fact-based, which makes them all the more compelling. With “Cold War III,” you give us nonfiction written to read almost as a novel. How do you find writing with a novelist’s sensibilities enhances the reader’s experience? And in what ways does it facilitate your intention as a writer? I’m “thrilled” that I’ve been a member of the International Thriller Writers organization since its inception almost a decade ago and now have many close friends who are No. 1 through No. 10 New York Times best-selling authors. They are all wonderful people who have helped me greatly to better my craft. Learning novel and thriller techniques has been invaluable in creating a more compelling nonfiction book that reads like a thriller.

W. Craig Reed tells how the U.S. can defuse Vladimir Putin and solve the world’s energy needs in his new book, “Cold War III.” He’ll be signing books at Barnes & Noble Encinitas on July 11. Courtesy photos In your book “Red November,” you revealed how John F. Kennedy trumped Khrushchev during the Cuban Missile Crisis by leveraging a new technology invented by the U.S. Navy and deployed worldwide by your father. What was this technology? How was your father involved? And how did the media miss this during the Crisis? The project was called Boresight, and it was classified top secret. The press missed it, as it was never revealed by the U.S. government, so the world didn’t know about it until I wrote “Red November.” My father spearheaded the deployment of and training for a new technology used to locate Soviet submarines and briefed President Kennedy and the ExComm Group at the White House during the Cuban Missile Crisis. Kennedy used the technology to loSee AUTHOR page 20

Philosopher discusses the Vedantic way to achieve purpose and direction in life BY DIANE Y. WELCH Living is a skill that may be learned much like playing an instrument, according to the teachings of Vedantic philosophy. The more you learn about life and the more you practice the guidelines set down by Vedanta, the more you will live a life of action and peace ultimately reaching the goal of selfrealization, it affirms. Acclaimed speaker Sunandaji Leelaram gave an intimate presentation about Vedanta on June 12 at the home of Manish and Shital Parikh, devotees of the ancient Indian philosophy. Leelaram is the daughter-disciple of world-renowned Swami Parthasarathy, founder of the Vedanta Academy, a residential learning center on the outskirts of Mumbai, India. Opened in 1988, it educates young people — from age 15 and up — about the Vedantic philosophy, regardless of their race, culture or religion. Her talk, “Attachment: An Eclipse on Life,” focused on the negative efSunandaji fects of attachment, whether to wealth, family, religion or ideology, and Leelaram how critical thinking and intellectual development may combat it. Before her presentation, Leelaram spoke to this paper about Vedanta’s ancient wisdom in contemporary thought. “We are spreading the word not because it is ancient, not because it is Indian, but because it is a science of life and living and is little known,” said Leelaram. It is especially important for young people to gain this knowledge before they enter into the mainstream of their own lives, she added. “When you go to traditional schools or universities, you learn just about anything and everything, except to live. What I’m doing now is to bring this knowledge, in a little capsule, to the people here in the U.S.,” said Leelaram. Vedanta is derived from two words: “veda,” or knowledge, and “anta,” the culmination of knowledge. The path to achieving the Vedantic way of life is simple, practical and logical. It aims to create a stress-free life for devotees by developing a strong intellect through exercising the faculty of questioning and reasoning. At the residential academy, students receive materials that account for about 1 percent of their instruction, with 99 percent dedicated to self-directed efforts “to reflect on the various methods that we employ to ensure that they have the time to digest and assimilate the knowledge,” Leelaram explained. Gaining knowledge is not in itself difficult, but bringing about the transformation that creates the conversion — from knowing the philosophy to actually living it — takes time. “My father has spent over 60 years researching the subject and presenting it into a way that anyone over the age of 15 can understand,” said Leelaram. Parthasarathy, 89, a former businessman turned eminent modern philosopher, has writ-

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Make patriotic pinwheels at SD Heritage Museum Making paper pinwheels is always great fun, but patriotic pinwheels are perfect for July 4th! After the holiday, think of pinwheels as representations of the windmills that dotted San Diego County’s farmsteads, bringing what little water was available up to the surface for use in farming lima beans and other crops that could get by without much water. This weekend, breeze on over to the San Dieguito Heritage Museum to learn more and have some fun! Visit www.sdheritage.org or call 760-632-9711.

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What’s going on around Encinitas this weekend and beyond These are just some of the events taking place in and around Encinitas this weekend. For details, visit http://bit. ly/1LDLGU0. • iPalpiti Festival in July. Tickets: http://encinitas.tix. com/Schedule.aspx?OrgNum=4736 The festival expands to two weeks this year, from July 9-18. The iPalpiti Soloists will present five concerts. Buy a Season Pass for $70 and hear 11 young virtuoso musicians perform at the Encinitas Library. The 24-member iPalpiti Orchestra, from 22 countries, will be in residence July 12-18 and will present a free concert for the community at 4 p.m. July 18, at San Dieguito Academy Amphitheater. Info: http://www.encinitasca.gov/index. aspx?page=345. Host a musician: If you would like to take a musician to dinner on July 14 or 17, email Jim at jgilliam@encinitasca.gov to sign up. Thank you! • Camp Intrepid (Intrepid Theatre Company) offers these camps for young actors. Visit http://www.intrepidtheatre.org/education/summer-camp for details: Musical Theatre Camp: “Little Shop of Horrors.” Ages 12-18. Campers will be cast in and rehearse the musical that will be performed on July 10. Takes place at Carlsbad Village Theatre, 2822 State St., Carlsbad. Creative Play! Camp. Ages 4-6. Preschoolers will love this opportunity to act out their favorite stories, move with different types of music, and embrace their silly side! Young Actors Theatre Camp: “Aladdin,” ages 7-11. In the heart of an enchanted city, a commoner named Aladdin and his mischievous monkey, Abu, battle to save the freespirited Princess Jasmine. Takes place at Encinitas Community Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Drive. Young Actors Theatre Camp: “Newsies,” ages 12-15. The tale of a courageous group of newsboys who become unlikely heroes when they team up to fight an unscrupulous

newspaper tycoon. • Blue Star Museum Program: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, now through Labor Day, Sept. 7. Free admission for active-duty military, National Guard and Reserve members and up to five immediate family members. Info: http:// www.sdbgarden.org/military-specials.htm. The San Diego Botanic Garden is proud to participate in the Blue Star Museum program, offering free admission to all active-duty, National Guard and Reserve members of the U.S. military and their families (card carrier plus five immediate family members). • Mosaic Garden Jewels, 12:30-3:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, San Diego Botanic Garden, 230 Quail Gardens Drive. Cost: $30, $36. Info: http://www.sdbgarden.org/ classes.htm. Create a beautiful mosaic using ocean rocks and glass beads. Students will learn how to glue and grout colorful beads to create flowers, plants, or other shapes resulting in attractive garden art. • Fourth of July Parade: 10 a.m. Saturday, July 4, San Diego Botanic Garden, 230 Quail Gardens Drive. Free with paid admission or membership. Info: http://www. sdbgarden.org/seeds_wond.htm. Children and their families are invited to dress up in red, white and blue, and bring decorated strollers and wagons (no bikes, please!). Meet at Seeds of Wonder at 10 a.m. Parade begins promptly at 10:30 a.m. • Families Making History: Succulents. Noon-4 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday, San Dieguito Heritage Museum, 450 Quail Gardens Drive, Encinitas. Free. Call 760632-9711. The Kumeyaay Indians used succulent plants for everything from clothing to shelter to food. Succulents thrive in the dry California climate and require little water. Children will decorate a pot and plant a few succulents to take home, a great activity to showcase their creativity.

• Ladybug Family Fun Day: 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Sunday, July 5, San Elijo Lagoon Nature Center, 2710 Manchester Ave., Cardiff. Free. Info: http://sanelijo.org/ welcome-san-elijo-lagoon-conservancy. Through crafts and interactive discovery, kids can learn about the life cycle of the ladybug and its fanciful coloration. • First Sunday Music Series: Patrick Berrogain’s Hot Club Combo, 2 p.m. Sunday, July 5, Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish Drive. Free. Patrick Berrogain is known for his original music in the style of Jazz Manouche, the French side of Gypsy jazz. • La Paloma Theatre, 471 S. Coast Highway 101, Encinitas. Tickets: $10, $9 (cash only). Call 760-436-SHOW (7469). “Ex Machina,” “Rocky Horror Picture Show.” • JFS Coastal Club, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 7, Temple Solel, 3575 Manchester Ave., Cardiff. Activities free, lunch: $7. Reserve for lunch by noon Monday, July 6, to 858-674-1123. Info: http://www.jfssd.org/site/ PageServer?pagename=programs_older_coastal_club Seniors 60-plus, choose from several different activities: 10 a.m., Fit and Flexible with Silver Age Yoga Instructor Danyll Monroe; 11 a.m., Soulful Living with author and poet Coty Benrimoj, author of “Unremitting Solace.” A healthy lunch is served at noon; at 1 p.m., enjoy the movie “Wild.” RSVP for lunch by Monday at noon to 858-674-1123. • Tuesday Movie, 4 p.m. Tuesday, July 7, Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish Drive. Free. Call 760-753-7376, ext. 03. Contact library for title. • Wednesdays@Noon: musical performance at noon Wednesday, July 8, Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish Drive. Free. Visit www.Encinitasca.gov/WedNoon, call 760-6332746. Call for information.

Coulter, Mitschele to perform at dual Switchfoot Bro-Am kicks off with Restaurant Week specials July 6-12 album release July 9 at Belly Up concert

July 8 — Bro-Am Auction Night Soiree This swanky evening under the stars offers a chance to get up close and personal with the band members of Switchfoot. Held at a private estate in Encinitas, the event benefits the foundation and includes hosted cocktails, dishes prepared by top San Diego restaurants, a live acoustic performance by Switchfoot and silent and live auctions. General admission: $185, VIP: $260.

Lee Coulter and Dawn Mitschele, two acclaimed local San Diego artists, are releasing new albums with a joint release concert at 7:30 p.m. July 9 at the Belly Up in Solana Beach. Doors open at 7 p.m. Mitschele will release “All of Our Days,” and Lee Coulter will debut his album, “People Like You.” San Diegians are invited to enjoy an exclusive show Lee Coulter Dawn Mitschele tracks never heard before. “‘All of Our Days’ is one of my most intimate albums so far,” said Mitschele, “so it means the world to me to be able to share this special collection of stories with my fans. Some of the songs on the album were written years ago and are very dear to my heart. I’m happy to finally be sharing them.” “All of Our Days” is also a tribute to Mitschele’s lifelong friend Matthew, who unexpectedly passed away. Coulter’s latest album, “People Like You,” captures a wide variety of feel-good sounds— from folk and reggae to blues and acoustic stylings. More than catchy tunes and crafty lyrics, the album also addresses social issues and gives voice through song. Coulter’s favorite track and music video, “Boss Señorita,” is packed with feminist punch, featuring three-time U.S. Women’s Boxing Champion Danyelle Wolf. The duo will be accompanied by two-time Los Angeles Music Awards winner Michael Tiernan, who just released his fifth album, “Inside Your Head.” Tiernan seamlessly blends folk, reggae, bluegrass, blues and modern pop rock into his brand of acoustic guitar-centric music. The Belly Up Tavern is at 143 S. Cedros Ave., Solana Beach. General Admission $8 online and $10 at the door. For information and to buy tickets, visit http://bellyup.com/michael-tiernan-a-seated-show.

July 11 — Beach Day Concert + Rob Machado Bro Junior Mingle with pro surfers, musicians and cool brands at the Bro-Am’s free beach day on Moonlight Beach. This pinnacle event, which sparked the Bro-Am series 11 years ago, offers a full day of laid-back fun. From 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m., kids take to the waves alongside band members and pro surfers in the fourth annual Rob Machado Bro Junior, including surf legend Rob Machado. This family-friendly competition is open to all, placing a premium on the competitor having the most fun. Between surf contest heats, participants can joust atop their boards during the Nerf surf jousting exposition. A variety of beach vendors, including Hurley, Rip Curl, Surf Ride and iHeartRadio, will line the beach with giveaways.

From noon-5:00 PM, four bands will take the stage for a free concert on the sand. This year’s exciting line-up includes: Drew Holcomb and the Neighbors, Colony House, Needtobreathe and a headlining act by Switchfoot. At 6 p.m., the Official Afterparty will begin as surfers and musicians head to Union Kitchen & Tap. A new addition to this year’s events, the afterparty, open to the public, will keep the party going with more music, food and fun. All proceeds from Bro-Am events benefit the Switchfoot Bro-Am Foundation, which supports StandUp For Kids, Feeding America San Diego, SIMA Humanitarian Fund and Encinitas Youth Scholarship Fund, amongst other organizations. For information on Bro-Am events, visit switchfoot.com/bro-am.

The Switchfoot Bro-Am returns to Encinitas this July with new events and a terrific concert line-up. This weeklong North County celebration, which culminates in a beach day concert and surf competition hosted by Rob Machado and Grammy Award-winning band Switchfoot (local to Encinitas), is full of new events and ways to mingle with the city’s philanthropic surf crowd. July 6-12 — Bro-Am Restaurant Week For the first time, Switchfoot will host a special Bro-Am Restaurant Week with participating restaurants A performer at a previous Switchfoot Bro-Am. across Encinitas. Hot spots Courtesy photo like Solace & The Moonlight Lounge, Fish 101, Good On Ya Deli and D Street Bar & Grill will donate a percentage of weeklong sales to the Bro-Am Foundation. Ironsmith Coffee Roasters will create a special drink of two espresso shots on ice con panna, mimicking what the Switchfoot band members like to drink on tour!

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Outgoing Assistance League of Rancho San Dieguito President Roberta Waterman honored

L-R: Matt Moldenhauer, Richard McGuire, Scott Clanton, Connor Wood, Wesley Bartholomew achieved the rank of Eagle Scout.

Five from Troop 782 earn Eagle Scout rank Boy Scout Troop 782 conferred the rank of Eagle Scout on five troop members on June 6 in a court of honor held at St. James Catholic Church in Solana Beach: Matt Moldenhauer, Richard McGuire, Scott Clanton, Connor Wood and Wesley Bartholomew. The boys’ Eagle projects ranged from trail maintenance and construction in San Dieguito County Park to the restoration of the vegetable garden at Solana Vista Elementary School.

Encinitas starts environmental award program The city of Encinitas Environmental Commission announces its new Environmental Award Program. This program recognizes and congratulates individuals, organizations, and businesses in the City for exceptional environmental achievements. The Encinitas EAP will present two awards annually, one for individuals or nonprofits, and one for businesses. Candidates are peer-nominated and must be Encinitas residents or located in Encinitas. Winners will be selected by a jury of recognized environmental leaders. Candidates may be nominated as late as Sept. 17 at the city’s website, http://www.encinitasca.gov/envawards. The winners in each of the two categories will receive an award crafted by a local artist. Local artists are asked to submit proposals for environmentally themed artwork: The guidelines, with full details, are available on the city website given above. An art jury will select two artists for commissions of $500 for each award. Thus, the Environmental Award Program not only raises environmental awareness, but it also supports the local art community. The program is administered by the city’s Environmental Commission. Matching funds have been generously donated by the Surfing Madonna Oceans Project. Surfing Madonna holds its popular 5K, 10K and 10-mile runs at Moonlight Beach on Oct. 24, and has granted the EAP stage time for its award ceremony. Surfing Madonna (“Save the Ocean”) and the EAP are closely aligned in their goals. The Encinitas EAP is the first award of its kind in San Diego County, and is one of only a few in the United States. For information, contact Jim Wang, EAP Subcommittee Chair, Encinitas Environmental Commission, 760-576-4546 or jimwang@cal.berkeley.edu.

Coastal Cities Jazz Band plays July 12 at church To really experience the full flavor of the music of the ’30s, ’40s, and ’50s, you must hear a big band live. No band The Coastal Cities Jazz Band performs hits of the ‘30s, performs with more panache ‘40s and ‘50s at 2 p.m. July 12 at the Carlsbad Communithan the Coastal Cities Jazz ty Church. Courtesy photo Band. The band’s next concert, “A Tribute to the Big Band Era,” will be at 2 p.m. July 12 at the Carlsbad Community Church. Hear such classics as Harry James’ “Trumpet Blues & Cantabile,” Les Brown’s “Leap Frog,” and Glenn Miller’s “Moonlight Serenade,” to name but a few. Vocalists Michael Ruhl, Rick Evans and Ruby Presnell join the party during this afternoon of nostalgic chart-toppers. The church is at the corner of Jefferson and Pine. Tickets are $20 or $15 for seniors and students. For advance tickets, call 858-775-1113.

The Assistance League of Rancho San Dieguito held its June luncheon and installation of officers at Morgan Run Country Club. The presidential gavel was handed over to new President Lois Green. The newly elected board members were sworn into office and will begin their duties this month. The outgoing president, Roberta Waterman, was honored for her leadership skills and community service. A California State Resolution was read and a plaque presented to Waterman by Donna Cleary from the office of the honorable State Sen. Patricia C. Bates from the 36th Senatorial District. TheAssistance League of Rancho San Dieguito will have a busy summer collaborating with six other Assistance League chapters to provide back-to-school clothing and school supplies for 700 children at Camp Pendleton in August. This fall, Operation School Bell, the chapter’s signature philanthropic program, will provide more than 900 eligible North County schoolchildren with new back-to-school clothes and shoes, funded by proceeds from the Encinitas Thrift Shop.

Roberta Waterman with her California State Resolution from the office of State Sen. Patricia Bates.

Intrepid Theatre Company offers 2 shows The Intrepid Theatre Company recently announced that the upcoming Season Six will open with two shows running in repertory at the historical Carlsbad Village Theatre, 2822 State St. Both shows are notable ventures for Intrepid. “The Quality of Life,” by Emmy-winning playwright Jane Anderson, is a San Diego premiere. The Quality of Life runs July 3 -Aug. 2. “The Winter’s Tale” by William Shakespeare is the first in Intrepid’s innovative Shakespeare Unplugged series. The Winter’s Tale runs July 11-Aug. 2 In “The Quality of Life,” Dinah and husband Bill, still reeling from the loss of their daughter, find comfort in spirituality. Good Midwestern folks, they decide to meet one weekend with distant cousins, who are camped on the burn site of their Northern California home, which was lost to a wildfire. Cousins Jeannette and Neil — a wildly irreverent, left-leaning couple, still in love after all these years — are also facing a devastating loss with healthy doses of red wine, alternative practices and fiercely defiant good cheer. With widely differing political and religious backgrounds, the couples attempt to join together to confront their physical and emotional challenges as they deal with grief and survival. “The Quality of Life” explores a breadth of timely social issues — assisted suicide, medical marijuana, tolerance and the many roles that spirituality plays in our lives — with insight and humor. The cast features Tom Stephenson, Jeffrey Jones, DeAnna Driscoll and Maggie Carney. “The Winter’s Tale” is one of Shake-

speare’s most transcendent plays. Jealousy, loss, romance, music and comedy collide in this magical production that includes Shakespeare’s most famous stage direction: “Exit — pursued by a bear.” “With Shakespeare Unplugged, we have the opportunity to honor the roots of Intrepid’s inception,” says Intrepid Artistic Director Sean Yael-Cox, who will co-direct the production with Brian Rickel. “Shakespeare’s stories are just as relevant to us as a company as it was when we began. It is important for us to continue the conversation we have been having with San Diego audiences for years now because of this work.” This exciting drama/comedy is infused with music and theatrical daring and features a cast of seven: Jo Anne Glover, Jacque Wilke, Danny Campbell, Sean Yael-Cox, Brian Rickel, Erin Petersen and Marco Rios. In the play, Leontes is a powerful and wealthy man, married to the beautiful Hermione and surrounded by loving friends and family. One error in judgment allows jealousy to enter this harmonic scene and destroy his happiness. The devastating consequences of his actions result in the loss of his family and a grief that haunts him for years. However, he discovered that the light of redemption is possible, even in the darkest of circumstances. “The Winter’s Tale” is considered one of Shakespeare’s “problem plays” because it layers dark psychological drama with uproarious comedy and the promise of a fairy- tale happy ending. For show times and more information, visit www.intrepidtheatre.org.

Bug out at annual SDBG Insect Festival July 25-26 Aspiring entomologists are invited to San Diego Botanic Garden’s Insect Festival from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. July 25-26. This one-of-a-kind festival is sure to intrigue bug devotees of all ages. The Encinitas event features thousands of fascinating creepy-crawlies, including live lizards, snakes and the famous Madagascar hissing cockroaches! The festival is presented by the Rancho Santa Fe Garden Club and sponsored by K&M Pest Solutions. Bug collecting, interactive insect arts and crafts, as well as tasty cooked mealworm larva — in various flavors including mesquite, teriyaki and barbecue — are just some of the engaging activities scheduled at the Festival. Local bug experts will be available for questions, and more than 20 educational booths will instruct and entertain children and adults alike. For information, visit http://www.sdbgarden.org/insect.htm.

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Top Encinitas athlete/ scholarship recipient speaks at Don Diego Gala A sold-out crowd festively came together on June 10 at the top of the famed Del Mar Fairgrounds Turf Club to fete outstanding collegebound students and feast on a gourmet meal at Don Diego Scholarship Foundation’s Peter Frampton & Cheap Trick Dinner & Concert Gala at the San Diego County Fair. A Toast of the Coast wine sampling before dinner and live auction of one-of-a-kind collectibles and memorable experiences kept the excitement level high before event-goers took their champagne and dessert goodie bags to their VIP seats for the concert. Among the Who’s Who of guests were current and past elected regional officials, 22nd DAA Board members, who also serve on the Don Diego Board, and other local luminaries,

Don Diego Scholarship Foundation Scholar Amy Wehner with parents Chris Executive Director Chana Mannen with BB King signed guitar and John

Former Encinitas Mayor Christy Guerin, Andrea Kessel, Lesley Yang, DDSF board members Lisa Barkett and Roxana Foxx

Virginia and Epi Tapia, Mo Ecke

Catherine and Mike Mercurio

Don Diego scholars and parents Gene Ye, Carl Adrignola, Sherry Stewart

Scholar Madison Carmichael with parents David and LeAnn Left: Former Del Mar Mayor and DDSF board member Lee Haydu, DDSF Board Vice Chair Jon Liss Scholar Kaylin vanTol with parents Judy and Tom

Right: Shari and Del Mar Fairgrounds/ Racetrack board member Frederick Schenk

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Julian Duval, Bruce Hall, Leslie Duval, Pat and Dempsey Sawyer

Ceff Guerrero, Cora Remigio, Bob Spanjian, Jo May, Don Ottomeyer, Kathy Busick

Left: The Don Diego 2015 scholarship recipients-(clockwise from bottom): Devin Stanley, Sophia Schmidt, Kaylin vanTol, Bryna Rackerby, DDSF Board Chair Paul Ecke III, Amy Wehner, Hanna Presley, Madison Carmichael, Hanna Labrie-Smith, Sarah Robertson. Recipients not pictured: Austin Koch, Brett Signore, John O’Leary, Sarah Dean, Matthew Antunez.

Scholar Bryna Rackerby with parents Debbie and Robert

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including Gala sponsors such as Leichtag Foundation’s Jim Farley and Sycuan Casino’s Amber Fields. Also present were Don Diego founding board members Joe Harper, Del Mar Thoroughbred Club CEO, and Bob Spanjian, the “Father” of Don Diego and namesake of Don Diego’s special $5,000 Spanjian Family Scholarship. Board Chair Paul Ecke III, Vice Chair Jon Liss and President Timothy Fennell, Del Mar Fairgrounds CEO, were among the many board members and other guests meeting and mingling with the excited scholarship recipients, who hail from throughout San Diego and are bound for colleges around the county and throughout the country. With Gala proceeds benefiting the Foundation’s educational programs, the students relished having an opportunity to express their gratitude one-on-one to the people whose contributions are helping them achieve their college and career dreams. As Ecke told the crowd while inviting each student to the podium to loud cheers, “I’m very proud of what these kids have accomplished. This is why we’re here. Education changes the world. Together, we are helping to do that.” Speaking eloquently on behalf of the 14 recipients sharing an unprecedented $42,500 in funding this year was top

$10,000 recipient and track star Hannah Labrie-Smith of Encinitas. In 2014, Hannah broke Olympic Champion Gail Devers’ 31-year San Diego record in the 300-meter hurdles. Now, on the “fast track” to success at prestigious Stanford University, a glowing Hannah addressed the gathering: “It is an honor to know that people are passionate about making an investment in our future. You are transforming lives and providing so much inspiration for the youth of our community.” A spirited live auction presided over by Don Diego Board member and 22nd DAA President Frederick Schenk raised thousands of dollars in a friendly bidding competition for unique opportunities such as two Kaaboo Hang 5 VIP tickets and personalized horseback riding lessons. The evening’s top prize of a bright yellow, B.B. King guitar autographed by the recently deceased iconic blues man when he made his final appearance at the Fair in 2008, resulted in a torrent of bidding. Auctioneer Schenk quipped, “The thrill may be gone, but you can enjoy the thrill of owning this guitar forever.” The guitar ultimately was won by jubilant (“I’m ecstatic!”) B.B. King aficionado Leslie Duval, who attended the Gala with her husband Julian Duval, San Diego Botanic Gardens President/CEO. Don Diego Chair Paul Ecke III, says, “It has been a distinct pleasure throughout the years to honor our region’s

rich agricultural traditions by supporting 164 deserving students, including those pursuing an ag-related career. Over the past few years, our Foundation has grown dramatically: in contributors and contributions; in number of recipients (for many years four, to this year’s 14); in the amount annually awarded (for many years $20,000, to this year’s $42,500); and in the fundraising programs and opportunities we offer. Selling out the Gala for the second consecutive year is a testament to the hard work of our energetic Board. All of us are so pleased to support these students – our future leaders – who are helping to build a better San Diego.” For more photos of the event and information on Don Diego, please visit www.dondiegoscholarship.org The Don Diego Scholarship Foundation was named for Don Diego, AKA Tom Hernandez, who served as the Fair’s welcoming goodwill ambassador from 1947-1984. The Foundation has awarded more than $682,500 in college scholarships and grants for agricultural education since its inception in1986. Information on programs and donation opportunities is at www.dondiegoscholarship.org and www. facebook.com/DonDiegoScholarship. The Don Diego Scholarship Foundation, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd., Del Mar, 92014-2216. Photos by McKenzie Images. For photos online, visit www.delmartimes.net.

Scholar Sarah Robertson with parents Kirk and Mary Scholar Hannah Labrie-Smith with parents Jenae LabrieSmith and Tim Smith

Scholar Sophia Schmidt with parents Geanna and Scott

Lisa Barkett, Del Mar Fairgrounds CEO and DDSF President Tim Fennell, Rose Marie Royster

Scholar Hannah Presley with parents Felice and Steve

Julie Hampton and Don Diego Scholarship Foundation Board Chair Paul Ecke III, DDSF Secretary/CFO Bob Spanjian (seated), sponsor Stacy Simons, DDSF Board Vice Chair Jon Liss

Left: Dr. A.J. and Katherine Foster, Barbara and DDSF board member and Del Mar Thoroughbred Club President Joe Harper

LEft: Rick and Elisa Jamie, Jess and Sheri Kraus, Jim and Karen Brailean, Gordon and Jennifer Wangers, Paul Ecke III

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BMW Encinitas offers top-rated sales, service as well as support for community BY DIANE Y. WELCH The new season of BMWs will launch in October with revolutionary updates to the world-class 7 Series flagship luxury sedan that are so innovative and technologically advanced that during its recent Las Vegas preview, no cellphones or cameras were allowed because of its top-secret design and engineering. Darrin Fetterolf, general manager of Encinitas BMW since 2011, was at the show with his wife, Lisa. The couple will also attend a special launch of the vehicle in Munich, Germany, from Oct. 8-11, such is its acclaim. Until the new 7 series, along with the 2016 models of X1, the i3 and the i8 — which gets an impressive 94 mpg — find their way into the showrooms, the dealership, conveniently located on Encinitas Boulevard, has plenty of inventory of what is known universally as “The Ultimate Driving Machine.” In its current stock, the dealership carries more than 300 new cars, including the X4, X5M and X6M models and the 45 mpg D3 series sedan that also comes in a wagon. It also carries more than 100 certified pre-owned vehicles that come with a six-year or 100,000-mile warranty. “Certified pre-owned is an easy way to enter into the luxury brand, with special financing and no-cost maintenance,” explained Fetterolf. The dealership offers a top-rated Service and Collision Center that is open Monday through Saturday with an onsite dog park, free Wi-Fi and free Starbucks coffee, and a large loaner fleet. The sales center is open seven days per week with an onsite parts boutique and performance center, featuring classy BMW lifestyle accessories. Encinitas BMW is ranked the “No. 1 M dealer” in San Diego County and its customer service is legendary with many repeat customers. For doing a test drive customers will receive a complimentary round of golf at Aviara or a spa package at Cape Rey formerly the Hilton Waterfront in Carlsbad. For Darrin and Lisa Fetterolf, being so well-known in the North County coastal communities and wanting to give back means they annually support many local charities. Lisa Fetterolf, a professional nurse who works at Tri-City Medical Center, devotes much of her time to coordinating the many charity events that both the dealership and the Fetterolfs actively support. Both dog lovers, the Fetterolfs are closely aligned with the Rancho Coastal Humane Society and the Helen Woodward Animal Center. Their other community involvements include the San Diego Film Festival, the Marshall Faulk Celebrity Golf Tournament, Angel Faces, Bro-Am Surf Competition, Tri-City Medical Center Foundation, the San Diego Polo Club, Fiesta del Sol, Scripps Hospital Foundation, La

Pac Ridge students have global adventures Nathan Cheng and Tai Eubank of Encinitas are two of more than 500 Pacific Ridge School students and staff who spent recent weeks experiencing academic, service learning, and cultural experiences abroad. During the school’s yearend global travel period, students in grades 7-10 travel to the Santa Monica Mountains (seventh grade), Williamsburg (eighth grade), China (ninth grade) and the Northern Sierras (10th grade). Juniors and seniors have the option of choosing from numerous school-designed trips or designing their own yearend trips or internships. Pacific Ridge senior and Encinitas resident Tai Eubank Cheng, a senior, traveled handles a vulture at Kruger National Park in South with a group to El Salvador, Africa. where he worked with children in the Angeles Descalsos (Barefoot Angels) Urban Youth Program. Students spent their days organizing activities for the children that included English lessons, crafts, and a community soccer tournament. The group also had a chance to explore the countryside through visits to rural villages, a zipline tour over the Apeneca Canopy, and exploration of the volcanic hot springs in scenic Lake Coatepeque. Eubank, also a senior, traveled with a group to South Africa, where students split their time between Capetown and Kruger National Park. The trip gave students an opportunity to expand on their Post-Colonial Studies curriculum by engaging in discussions about diversity, poverty, xenophobia, and social justice with native South Africans and South African immigrants. The group visited District Six, the Apartheid Museum, and Bo-Kaap, and students performed service work at a primary school, foster home, and a wilderness conservation agency. The trip also included safaris, a Cape Point hike, a South African cooking course, and rafting down the Sabie River. Cheng and Eubank weren’t the only Encinitas residents to take part in Pacific Ridge School’s global travel program. On trips to more than 20 destinations worldwide, students learned about the fight against human trafficking in Thailand, explored astronomy and rugged landscapes in southern Chile, studied conflict resolution in Northern Ireland, and more.

Jolla Museum of Contemporary Art, and the Boys and Girls Club of Greater San Diego. At charity events, the Fetterolfs will often buy out tables and have BMW staff present. “We always have a ‘BMW genius’ present on site to answer anyone’s questions about the cars that are on display,” said Lisa Fetterolf. Many of the dealership staff are long-term employees, some have been there 25 to 30 years. Darrin Fetterolf, born and raised in Los Angeles County, has been in the car business for more than 30 years. Recently, a folder surfaced that contained drawings of cars that he had done when he was 8 years old. “There was a picture of Darrin that he drew, in a sports Lisa and Darrin Fetterolf, general manager of Encinitas car, and it said, ‘I love cars!’” BMW, annually support many charities. The dealership is said Lisa. ranked the “No. 1 M dealer” in San Diego County. “I guess I must have Courtesy photo loved cars even back then,” Darrin told his wife. To find out more about Encinitas BMW visit www.bmwencinitas.com or call 760-3356124. The dealership is at 1302 Encinitas Blvd., Encinitas, CA 92024. Business spotlights are developed through this newspaper’s advertising department in support of our advertisers.

Left: The CCA Today team: Madison Moreno, PR, Rachel Gorgas, CEO, Kinni Fux, PR, Hannah Bush, CMO and Lorenzo Patino, CFO. Courtesy photo

CCA entrepreneurs win national title BY JONATHAN HORN SPECIAL TO THE ENCINITAS ADVOCATE A team of teenagers from Canyon Crest Academy was named Junior Achievement’s national company of the year for creating a smartphone app that connected their campus. The app, called CCA Today, gave students information about events, schedules, and news on the campus in an effort to improve the overall community. Canyon Crest students Madison Moreno, Rachel Gorgas, Kinni Fux, Hannah Bush, and Lorenzo Patino were honored with the award recently in Washington, D.C. They were selected from 15 teams from around the nation who had entered products. “They put their hearts and souls into this project and the end result was so impressive,” Junior Achievement San Diego board member Ken Schmitt said in a statement. “I commend them on their determination to learn from the ex- The CCA Today App perience, focusing on the process and realities of building and managing a business.” Junior Achievement is a program that teaches kids how to get a job, start a business, and manage money. Its annual Company of the Year competition is a contest of business skills and innovation, with nearly 13,000 students from ages 15 to 19 participating. This year, students created 700 start-up companies. Junior Achievement’s Company Program teaches them to run their own businesses under the mentorship of local volunteers.

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North Coast Rep pays tribute to Broadway musical legend Sondheim North Coast Repertory Theatre audiences are in for a glorious evening of memorable Broadway music as the theater closes out Season 33 with â&#x20AC;&#x153;Side by Side With Sondheim.â&#x20AC;? The New York Times rhapsodized, â&#x20AC;?In the world of American musicals, Stephen Sondheim is indisputably the best, brightest and most influential talent to emerge during the last half century.â&#x20AC;? Among the presentations are favorites from such shows as â&#x20AC;&#x153;Company,â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;A Little Night Music,â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;A Funny L-R: Angelina RĂŠaux, Randall Dodge, Rena Strober and Thing Happened on the Way Nicholas Mongiardo-Cooper perform in â&#x20AC;&#x153;Side by Side to the Forum,â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;West Side With Sondheimâ&#x20AC;? at North Coast Rep from July 15-Aug. 9. Story,â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Gypsy,â&#x20AC;? and many more. Music is by Stephen Sondheim, Leonard Bernstein, Mary Rodgers, Richard Rodgers and Jule Styne; lyrics are by Stephen Sondheim. Continuity is by Ned Sherrin, and choreography by Susan Jordan-DeLeon. David Ellenstein directs Randall Dodge, Nicholas Mongiardo-Cooper, Angelina RĂŠaux, and Rena Strober. Choreographer is Susan Jordan-DeLeon. Musicians are Tom Abruzzo and Alby Potts. Scenic designer is Marty Burnett. Previews begin July 15. Opening night at 8 p.m. July 18 includes a post-show reception. There will be a special talkback on July 24 with the cast and artistic director. Regular performances are 7 p.m. Wednesdays, 8 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays, 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday matinees, and 7 p.m. Sundays, through Aug. 9. North Coast Repertory Theatre is at 987 Lomas Santa Fe Drive, Suite D, Solana Beach. Call 858-481-1055 or visit www.northcoastrep.org to purchase tickets.

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RSF Boots, Bridles and Barns tour opens the gates July 11 to upscale equine estates

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BY DIANE Y. WELCH In a break from tradition, the Rancho Santa Fe Historical Society’s annual fundraising summer home tour has been transformed into a tour of five fine equine estates. The Boots, Bridles and Barns tour will take place from 1:30-5 p.m. July 11. These equine facilities are some of the most upscale in the nation and are home to pleasure, hunter/ jumper and dressage horses. The five locations, on multimillion-dollar estates in Rancho Santa Fe, are being kept under wraps until the day of the tour to add an element of mystery, according to Peggy Brooks, tour co-chairman. At check-in time, attendees will receive a tour booklet where all will be re- The estates on the tour are some of the most upscale in the nation, said Peggy vealed. Each facility is architecturally designed. Brooks, tour co-chairman. “I’ve been around horses all my life, and this (tour) takes the cake,” said Brooks. “These truly are five-star equine accommodations on magnificent properties.” One of the facilities has a horse spa along with two treadmills, “because the horses like to look at each other while exercising,” said Joanne Fishman, Historical Society vice president. Check-in begins at 11 a.m. at the Historical Society headquarters at La Flecha House, at 6036 La Flecha, in the ranch village. The early check-in time will give guests an opportunity to have refreshments or lunch first in nearby eateries before departure. Designated buses will take tour guests to each barn, where volunteer docents will serve as guides and give the story of each facility. The bus schedule is designed to fit the pace of each attendee, circulating back to La Flecha House to pick up guests along the way. The tour concludes at 5:30 p.m., but the event continues. A “Hoedown” party has been planned in the village after the tour, where food and drink may be purchased, with live music, dancing and live and silent auction. “We have some fabulous auction items,” said Fishman. The Del Mar Thoroughbred Club donated a special package of 12 single-day admission tickets with VIP treatment that

Tres Palomas estate is one of five on the Historical Society’s Boots, Bridles and Barns Tour. Courtesy photo includes a table in the private Director’s Room, valet parking for six, private viewing of the early morning workout and breakfast with the horsemen, paddock tour and more. Other auction items include riding lessons, dinner for four at Red Tracton’s Steak House, strands of pearls, a private dinner for eight on a horse property prepared by three local chefs, a signed watercolor painting and much more. Tickets for the barn tour, which includes the Hoedown, are $45 for members and $50 for non-members with advance registration required. To register, attendees should visit http://www.rsfhs.org/ or mail a check to P.O. Box 1, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067, made payable to the Rancho Santa Fe Historical Society.

Athenaeum Summer Festival With Gustavo Romero, piano Sundays, July 5, 12, 19 & 26, at 4:00 p.m.

We are pleased to announce our dates for the Athenaeum’s 17th Annual Summer Festival. Celebrated pianist Gustavo Romero returns this summer for a four-part concert series, celebrating composer Franz Schubert. Individual tickets range from $35-$50 | Series tickets range from $132-$192 Concerts are at The Scripps Research Institute, 10620 John Jay Hopkins Drive. Dinners with the artist are held after the concerts at private homes or the Athenaeum. Dinners are $165 (858) 454-5872 | ljathenaeum.org/summer-festival

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Glenner Centers provide respite for caregivers, activities for those with Alzheimer’s BY DIANE Y. WELCH For those with Alzheimer’s disease, the prognosis is grim. With no cure, the inevitable outcome is a decline in cognitive ability and eventually having to rely completely on others. While it’s a frustrating prospect for the patient, it’s equally hard on the families, as it is often a family member who steps up to care for the loved one. Help is at hand, howevA St. Patrick’s Day celebration at a Glenner Memory Care er, as the nonprofit Glenner center. Said one woman of her mother, who was a Memory Care Centers offers center client, “Her needs were more than met in a safe, services for both the patient loving environment.” Courtesy photo and the caregiver. Unlike most daycare centers for the aged, these care centers are only for dementia clients. “We care for those suffering from any form of memory loss, during the daytime hours, so that their caregivers can work, run errands or simply get a break from the rigors of caregiving,” said Lisa Tyburski, director of family services. The centers are small to avoid overwhelming the patients, and are licensed for about 30 clients per center, said Tyburski. “Two of the centers — Chula Vista and Hillcrest — are actually in real houses, so it feels like you are home,” she added. The third location, serving North County residents, is at Silverado Senior Living on Saxony Avenue in Encinitas. Each center is open from 9 a.m. through 5 p.m. five days a week. Patients may opt to go full-days, half-days, five days a week or fewer, said Tyburski. “We provide music therapy, pet therapy, chair yoga, singing, engagement in current events and more,” she said. For Twyla Cox, whose mother, Ruth, attended the Hillcrest Glenner Center for four years, the services offered peace of mind. “The staff greeted my mother with enthusiasm each morning and thanked her for coming at the end of the day, which made her feel welcomed and comfortable,” said Cox. “She enjoyed the meals, socialization and the activities, especially the music and arts and crafts. Her needs were more than met in a safe, loving environment.” Socialization is an important aspect of the therapy. “Being around other groups of people is stimulating and helps to keep the brain alive,” explained Tyburski. Each center has registered nurses on staff who offer the service of managing a client’s medications. “Most of our patients have at least three other ailments and need medication for that, too, which is a bit of a daunting task,” Tyburski said. Often, different doctors have prescribed the medications and they do not interact well with each other. The nurses are able to look at possible problems with medication interaction and work directly with the doctors so that the family does not have to deal with it. The ratio of participants to staff is 5 to 1, so each patient is closely watched the entire period during their stay and wandering is prevented. While they don’t have their own transportation, the centers do help the families by coordinating transportation if needed. Staffers research the schedules of public transportation

Kids can enjoy musical ‘petting zoo’ July 26 The North Coast Symphony Orchestra and the San Diego Music Exchange will sponsor an instrument “petting zoo” from 2-4 p.m. July 26 at the Encinitas Community Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Drive (Encinitas Boulevard and Balour Drive). Children attending the petting zoo will be admitted free to the orchestra’s summer concert, “Pops Picnic II,” which begins at 4 p.m. at the Community Center. The petting zoo is an opportunity for kids to try out various instruments, including the trumpet, clarinet, saxophone, flute, trombone and violin. During the concert, a special piece, “Guide to the Orchestra,” written by orchestra conductor Daniel Swem, will demonstrate how all these instruments and many others sound in the orchestra setting. The concert program of light classical and pops music will include “Huapango” by Jose Pablo Moncayo, selections from “The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug” by Howard Shore, pieces from the musical “Ragtime” by Stephen Flaherty, “The Best of the Beatles” arranged by Calvin Custer, and much more. Tables seating up to eight persons will be available so the audience can enjoy a picnic supper during the concert. Do bring food, but no alcoholic beverages. Conductor Swem has been with the orchestra for more than 25 years. He was formerly concertmaster and now is principal violist for the La Jolla Symphony Orchestra. The North Coast Symphony Orchestra accepts musicians with appropriate skill and interest in orchestral music. String players are particularly welcome. The conductor approves all members and a brief audition may be required. The orchestra rehearses from 7-9:30 p.m. Tuesdays at Seacoast Community Church, 1050 Regal Road, Encinitas, Room C-3. The orchestra is sponsored in part by the city of Encinitas and the Mizel Family Foundation.

Thanksgiving Day luncheon at a Glenner Memory Care Center. Courtesy photo and services like LIFT offered in Encinitas. The founding of the organization 33 years ago came as the result of Dr. George Glenner — an Alzheimer’s researcher and doctor at UC San Diego — receiving a frantic call in the middle of the night from the husband of one of his Alzheimer’s patients. “The man had a loaded gun and was so distraught from caring for his wife that the only solution he could think of was to murder his wife, then commit suicide,” Tyburski said. The stress associated with caring for a dementia patient is overwhelming. “He just couldn’t handle it,” said Tyburski. “That was the only way to get out of his situation, he felt.” Glenner, however, was able to stop that tragic event, and it was then that he and his wife, Joy, decided they needed to open a daycare program to help families going through the same seemingly helpless situation. Tyburski came to work for the centers after her career in insurance. Her mother and her aunt both had Alzheimer’s. Her aunt, diagnosed at 55, passed away at 65 and during that 10-year period went through every ugly stage of the disease, said Tyburski. Her mother then died at age 71, having developed the disease in her 60s. “I watched my own father struggle trying to care of my mother alone,” she recalled. “Like him, so many family members try to tough it out by themselves.” Special programs for the caregivers include support groups led by certified professionals. The Alzheimer’s patient receives free care at the center during that time, enabling the caregiver to attend without extra cost. While daycare is not for everybody, as some clients’ disease may be too advanced, Tyburski wants people to know that the centers exist and are a cost-effective way — at $95 a day — to provide quality care in safe, caring settings. “ We invite people to come and visit us and to evaluate us for themselves,” she said. Visit www.glenner.org, or call 619-543 4700.

Encinitas Community Center offers teen/adult ballet starting July 20 Teen/Adult Ballet classes for age 13-plus start July 20 at the Encinitas Community Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Drive, Encinitas. Level I (beginning) will be offered from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Mondays and Level II (intermediate) will be offered from 7:30-8:45 p.m. Monday and/or Thursdays. Also a “Just Barre” class will be offered from 6:457:30 p.m. Thursdays, which Ballet classes taught by former professional dancer incorporates classical ballet Marti Neal will be offered for teens and adults starting exercises and stretching at July 20. Courtesy photo the barre. Pointe and performing opportunities are available for Level II students with instructor permission; the instructor is former professional dancer Marti Neal. For information, call 760-943-2260 or visit www.EncinitasRecReg.com.

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The bill lets children with exemptions on file remain in school, yet they must have proof of vaccinations when entering kindergarten or, if already in elementary school, in seventh grade. In a signing statement, Brown acknowledged the “widespread interest and controversy” surrounding the bill, but said it’s important to protect community health. “The science is clear that vaccines dramatically protect children against a number of infectious and dangerous diseases,” Brown said. “While it’s true that no medical intervention is without risk, the evidence shows immunization powerfully benefits and protects the community.” Brown added that SB 277 excuses children from vaccinations whenever a physician concludes there are “circumstances, including but not limited to, family medical history for which the physician does not recommend immunization.” Jennifer Trevino, who has two children in the Cardiff School District, said she’s against SB 277, citing fears about children receiving too many vaccines at one time. “Parents check what kind of chemicals are in sunscreens for their kids,” Trevino said. “Yet they don’t research the toxic stuff in vaccines.” Trevino also stated that her family is considering moving from California because of the new law. After the Disneyland outbreak, public health officials reiterated that vaccines are key for containing the re-emergence of measles, whooping cough and other diseases. Dr. Mark Shalauta, a family medicine specialist at Scripps clinic in Rancho Bernardo, told the Encinitas Advocate in February that a high number of exemptions threaten “herd immunity,” which protects an entire population, particularly those who cannot be vaccinated for medical reasons or infants too young for their first shots. The threshold for herd immunity varies from disease to disease. For measles, experts say 92 percent to 95 percent of children need two doses of MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) to achieve herd immunity. Shalauta said parents in favor of personal-belief exemptions often believe thoroughly debunked research connecting vaccines to autism. Or they have various unfounded views about vaccine safety, he said. A separate California law that took effect last year aimed to reduce the number of personal-belief exemptions by requiring all parents seeking exemptions to first talk with a medical professional. Yet parents could still obtain a waiver on religious grounds without speaking with a healthcare provider, a provision only one Encinitas school district guardian cited during the 2014-15 school year. While that legislation reduced the number of personal-belief exemptions across California, that wasn’t the case locally. During the 2013-14 school year, before the law took effect, the Encinitas school district’s exemption rate was 11.3 percent, 0.3 lower than 2014-15. Likewise, Cardiff Elementary’s rate was 17.4 percent in 2013-14 and jumped to 19.8 percent in 2014-15. Some opponents of SB 277 have said they’re considering a legal challenge.

‘Orange’ author to speak at Oct. 17 benefit Piper Kerman, author of the memoir “Orange Is the New Black: My Year in a Women’s Prison,” will be the keynote speaker Oct. 17 at a benefit at Qualcomm Hall, with all proceeds benefiting Second Chance. “Orange Is the New Black: The Real Story with Piper Kerman,” is designed to help explain the failure of the prison system and the solutions provided by Second Chance. Second Chance is a nonprofit that creates opportunities for people to transform their lives through job readiness and life skills training, job placement, prisoner re-entry services, relapse prevention and sober-living housing for adults and youth in need. “Much like Second Chance clients, following her incarceration Kerman was able to re-enter the world she now succeeds in, which is why we are honored to have her present at our benefit this fall,” said Second Chance president and CEO Robert Coleman. “Our hope is that guests walk away ... with a better understanding of the realities behind prison bars and what is being done on a daily basis at Second Chance to improve our community.” Besides Kerman’s presentation, the event includes cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, live music, an original one-act play based on true stories of Second Chance clients, and a presentation from Second Chance graduates. Among the four ticket options available is a package that includes a meet and greet with Kerman. To buy tickets, visit www.secondchanceprogram.org.

“Cold War III: How the U.S. Navy Can Defeat Putin and Halt Climate Change,” made its debut this spring. Without giving away the whole book, tell us a bit about the premise of it. Putin has led Russia through a major economic boom due to profits from oil and gas. He is motivated to protect his people from economic harm, and when the U.S. tried to get Ukraine to join NATO so they could control half of Russia’s gas pipes that feed Europe 33 percent of its gas, Putin invaded. He is trying to lock up more oil and gas in the Arctic to supply his new customers — China and Japan — and wants to move the world off the U.S. petrodollar and over to the Russian petroruble. If he does, it will devastate the U.S. economy. The U.S. is fighting back by getting Saudi Arabia and OPEC to create an oil glut and devalue the Russian ruble, but it can’t last long. The U.S. energy industry, which accounts for almost 100 percent of the U.S. GDP growth, is already hurting from this move. Due to climate change, resources are becoming more scarce in populated areas and more accessible in the Arctic, which is why Putin is focused on owning this region. All of this sets up potential conflicts or even wars within the next few years. The U.S. has a secret weapon that most politicians don’t know about — an invention made in the Naval Research Labs — that can solve the world’s energy needs while actually lowering carbon emissions. If deployed, it could pull the wind out of Putin’s sails, improve the U.S. economy, and mitigate climate change. Unfortunately, government officials appear clueless and are not funding or focusing on this potential world-saving technology. How timely is the information in this book, and how did you become privy to it? It is extremely timely given the situation with Russia, Ukraine, climate change, the Arctic, and the U.S. economy. I was the only author invited by the U.S. Navy to visit the ICEX training camp in the Arctic in March 2011 and spent several days aboard a nuclear submarine under the polar ice cap. It was there that I learned about the potential resource wars brewing in the Arctic, and through years of subsequent research, uncovered what Putin’s real motives are and how technology invested in by the U.S. Navy can stop him and mitigate climate change. How and why is or isn’t the American government dealing effectively with Putin and his aspirations? They are trying by getting Saudi Arabia and OPEC to create an oil glut and devalue the Russian ruble, but this is a temporary measure. They can’t do it for long as it will also hurt the U.S. and Middle East economies. Also, Russia has plenty of reserves and can weather the storm. The only way they can muzzle Putin is to control his supplies of oil and gas, which is what they tried to do in Ukraine and why Putin felt he was forced to invade. In what way, if any, is Putin a danger to the world? Only one way really counts: He is trying to move the world off of the petrodollar standard and onto the petroruble standard. If he does, it will create an economic crisis in the U.S. not seen since the Great Depression. What do you see in Putin and Russia’s future? Is he as unstoppable as many in the Western world seem to think he is? He is trying to lock up three key areas in the Arctic to ensure he can keep his oil and gas reserves high enough to meet future demand (after signing a $400B gas deal with China). He is also trying to increase gas profits and lower dependency on oil profits, at least until he can get Saudi Arabia to stop backing the U.S. petrodollar. Obama is playing into his hands by angering the Saudis with his Middle East policies. Putin is only stoppable if the U.S. and E.U. can keep him from controlling all of the Arctic’s resources, including the sea lanes, and use that control to keep him from moving the world over to the petroruble. What do you hope readers take away from your books? Knowledge that they will not get from our shallow and biased media, knowledge that will help them motivate world leaders to take proper action before it’s too late. What is the best advice you received as a writer? To write with passion and do it for the love of writing and the desire to inform and entertain others, and for no other reason. What one piece of advice would you give to aspiring authors? Everyone says this, but it’s true — rejection is your friend. Embrace it, learn from it, and use it to motivate you to improve your craft. It’s all about making progress, not about attaining perfection. Also, marketing is just as important as writing. Know who you are writing for, and what they will love, and then reach them with your books. Antoinette Kuritz and Jared Kuritz are the team behind both STRATEGIES Public Relations and the La Jolla Writer’s Conference (www.lajollawritersconference.com).

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Making ‘the list’ BY MARSHA SUTTON In a note referencing my column two weeks ago about the $25 “fee” the Marsha Sutton C a n y o n Crest Academy Foundation charged for physical exams for high school athletes, a parent said this was the tip of the iceberg. Her concern centered on the strong-arm tactics some schools use to raise donations from parents. It’s not just the nickeland-dime approach — $10 here, $25 there —that irks many parents. It’s the bigbuck pleas, the ones that make less well-off parents feel ashamed that they can’t afford to give. “In many different ways, the foundations urge you to pay, and shame you if you don’t,” this parent wrote. “We are now known as the ‘poor’ family, because we can’t afford to attend functions with price tags in the hundreds of dollars so that the school can buy supplies. “It’s public school, so why are we constantly bombarded with fees and costs? Thanks for shedding some light and holding people accountable.” To be fair, I also received letters from parents saying, essentially, “What’s the big deal? It’s only $25.” “Are we seriously wasting the time of dedicated volunteers and principals over a $25 charge or even the wording to charge?” one local letter-writer said. “I realize it is the wording that has everyone in cahoots and it needs to say volunteer donation, but give me a break ... education needs to be free, not sports physicals.” This parent said lowincome parents “are just happy the schools have so much to offer.” Under her name, she identified herself as “a friend to many low-income families.” I see her point, too. Less-affluent families move into these districts, many sacrificing a great deal, to give their kids an opportunity for an excellent education. And indeed, many tolerate the little charges here and there, just grateful to have their children receive the benefit of the stellar education local districts provide. Nevertheless, there are principles — and laws —

that must be followed, to adhere to the requirement for equal access to public education, and that includes all the extracurricular activities schools offer. In the Solana Beach School District, I was told that two schools — Solana Highlands and Solana Pacific — list the names of donors at school entrances, on school websites, and in emails and letters sent home to families. The foundation, a parent said, asks parents to donate a suggested $375 per child and that her family “was publicly shamed by not having our names on that list, because there was no way we could afford it.” SBSD Superintendent Nancy Lynch told me these practices are not unique to those two schools. Lynch, who resigned July 1 to take a position in Northern California, said that all SBSD schools do this, some in different ways, but that family names are listed publicly, to recognize and thank donors and to encourage others to give. However, Lynch said the amounts donated are not listed, and that anyone who gives any amount is recognized and their names are included on the list. “If anyone donates even a dollar, they get recognized publicly like everyone else,” Lynch said. It shows “they’ve got skin in the game.” Lynch said she had no objections to the practice of listing donors’ names as long as no amounts or levels of contributions are shown, noting that this is common practice for many nonprofit organizations. Feeling embarrassed When compared to the Del Mar Union School District, Solana Beach’s approach seems tame. The DMUSD’s foundation lists what’s called its “honor roll” — which names donors who have contributed $250 or more each fiscal year. Going further, the foundation lists the names of donors in bold who have given $800 or more. The names and donations are connected to particular schools, so anyone can check the list to see who at their school has given — and by extension, who has not. One can also see the disparity between levels of giving. The Rancho Santa Fe Education Foundation asks families to join its “Scholars’ Circle” — featuring three

contribution levels: $100,000 or more, $50,000 to $99,000, and $35,000 to $49,999. Contributions, the website states, can be paid over a one- to five-year period of time, and donors receive permanent inscription on the Scholars’ Circle Giving Tree. “Traditionally, the RSF Education Foundation sent out mailers with names of donors by giving levels,” one former RSF parent wrote. “Everyone loved to see who was where.” Canyon Crest Academy’s foundation also lists names and levels of giving for each fiscal year. The website lists donors all the way back to the 2005-2006 school year. Names of corporations and individuals are provided, categorized by the following levels: $10,000 or more, $5,000 to $9,999, $2,500 to $4,999, $1,000 to $2,499, and $500 to $999.

Torrey Pines High School’s foundation also lists names of donors, the most recent in its April/May 2015 newsletter, although blessedly no amounts are attached to the names. Although we’d like to think that no one would ever search for who’s missing and silently make judgments about them, those who cannot afford to donate at these levels often feel “outed” and embarrassed — labeled as either poor or selfish. Sensitivity needed No one questions that the work of foundations in local schools helps make great schools even better. Without the generosity of donors, much of what happens in local public education would not exist. They deserve recognition and public thanks. Volunteers who help run foundations and coordinate the events they sponsor to See EDUCATION, page 23

Letters to the editor/Opinion

Thanks to council for standing up to BIA on density bonus law Dear Encinitas City Council, On behalf of more people than you likely realize, thank you each for officially, and in unison, standing up to the Building Industry Association (BIA) that is attempting to sue the city of Encinitas over the City Council’s conservative interpretation of the poorly written state of California “Density Bonus Law.” It is right. And courageous. Thank you for endeavoring to hold at bay the numerous carpetbagger developers from further blighting our Encinitas neighborhoods with many crammed developments of $1Mplus homes — typically adding a token lower-market rental as an appeasement to this law. What a ruse. By invoking the Density Bonus Law, these developers are often given a green light to zoning changes, have the numbers of houses they want rounded up (not down) in order to fit more homes, and accorded other various waivers and concession loopholes by obsequious planning commissions. The building industry is gaming the system, and everyone — starting with them — knows it. Access to transportation hubs is often overlooked, as is parking availability. The spirit of this law is absolutely being violated throughout the state by development companies, who are often the “storefront” for investment groups. They acquire the land, invoke Density Bonus with a municipality, overbuild, bear their profit and get out of town. The losers are not the buyers, not the builders, but the people of that neighborhood. It is plain wrong for the state to not allow the individual municipalities more say in the application of these often specious Bonus Density invokings by the building industry, who are lining their pockets whenever they can get away with it. On the face of it, this law seems well-intentioned. But it needs retuning and more latitude granted to individual cities. As it stands, this law is generating ill-will in neighborhoods and city governments throughout the state — it is being wildly over-invoked. It is all too apparent that the building industry had everything to do with foisting this law upon our elected officials in Sacramento, starting with the pro-Density Bonus Law Patron Saint, Assemblyman Ed Chau. It is embarrassingly transparent. As someone recently wrote about this, having the building industry dictate the terms of our growth is disturbingly Kafka-esque. This law cannot stand as is. Though I’ve had my various differences of opinion with Encinitas City Council decisions at times, I tip my hat to you on this for having the backbone to stand up to the Building Industry Association, the bully boy on our city block. Thank you, on behalf of us, your constituents and neighbors. This letter from the Encinitas City Council to Assembly Ed Chau in Sacramento makes me proud to be an Encinitan: http://www.encinitasca.gov/modules/showdocument. aspx?documentid=5605 Sincerely, Stephen Keyes Encinitas

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