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Store closures prompt discussion of La Jolla’s retail future BY ASHLEY MACKIN Boarded-up storefronts in the La Jolla shopping district may present a gloomy picture of business in the Village, but those in-the-know suggest the situation is changing, despite some large and longtime vacancies. In a conversation with La Jolla Light, commercial realtor Mike Slattery said there are high-end specialty retailers interested in spots along Girard Avenue, but trends are toward smaller spaces and creative leasing arrangements. He insists that the uniqueness of La Jolla Village

NEWS ANALYSIS and its reputation for being posh make it an address specialty businesses will always seek. “Technology is changing the way retailers operate,” Slattery explained. “We’re at a point where (during the holidays for example), online marketing met or exceeded in-store shopping for some companies. We’ve reached an impasse where retailers are cautious about expanding. They don’t want to be in a B or B-minus area.

“Many tenants can’t fit in The Village because their business is not appropriate for the spaces we have. For boutiques, 2,000 square feet or less is a priority and they like high ceilings and lots of frontage. (Several retail spaces for lease in La Jolla exceed 4,000 square feet). And they are signing on with six-month and one-year leases because they can’t afford to be in a non-productive space long-term.” To evolve, several buildings (including the former Burns Drugs property) are being SEE STORE CLOSURES, A4

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La Jollans disappointed by airport noise subcommittee presentation Group plans fight against jet plane roar BY MARÍA JOSÉ DURÁN Residents of La Jolla who attended the Jan. 18 meeting of the San Diego Airport Noise Advisory Committee (ANAC) subcommittee shared their impressions of the presentation with the La Jolla Light. “I was shocked and disappointed,” said Bird Rock resident Beatriz Pardo. “I think it’s going to be an uphill battle,” added her neighbor Gillian Ackland. Since a shift in the regional flight paths last fall, La Jolla residents have become vocal about the increase in airplane noise that has inadvertently arrived into their lives. Some of them, who are organizing to put up a fight, were present at the subcommittee meeting, which didn’t allow public comment. “It’s really hard to just sit there and listen because the way they chose to look at the evidence was (only) favorable to them,” Pardo said. The main cause of her disappointment, Pardo said, was that during the presentation hosted by the Federal Airport Authority (FAA), only “first time” complaints were counted. Of the noise-affected areas of La Jolla, divided into “La Jolla Cove, La Jolla Shores and Soledad Mountain” and “Bird Rock and La Jolla Mesa,” just 16 “first time” complaints were acknowledged by the FAA — four of them from The Shores and 12 from Bird Rock. “But I must have sent more than 800 complaints alone in December,” Pardo said. Rebecca Bloomfield, San Diego International Airport (SDIA) public relations

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locations, not total complaints,” she said. The second reason Bird Rock residents felt they have a lot of work to do in the battle to end flight path noise was the FAA statement

that 88 percent of the complaints logged had been attributed to small, non-commercial aircraft and helicopters, also known as GA. The FAA presentation stated, “There were some unusual overflights associated with SDIA east flow in November and December 2016. These account for less than 1 percent of total overflights” in the Bird Rock area. For The Shores area, the FAA attributed 43 percent of complaints to SDIA arrivals, 55 percent to smaller aircraft and 2 percent to SDIA departures. When the FAA maps out the flight paths over La Jolla (pictured in the map supplied), it comes through that there are a substantial amount of arriving jet planes flying over The Shores — which, according to the presentation, travel 8,300 feet above ground level. The FAA attributes the spike in first-time complaints to an “uptick” in helicopter flights, “Helicopters have been flying 500 feet lower in the last quarter of 2016 relative to 2015,” it reports. But area residents claim they are not hearing helicopter or small plane noise. “We have had helicopters overhead for years now, we know what they sound like. I don’t believe any of us confuses that with the noise from a commercial jet,” Ackland said. SEE AIRPLANE NOISE, A11

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FROM STORE CLOSURES, A1

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Signage for the Reebok store at the corner of Girard Avenue and Silverado Street is removed after Reebok closed in December 2016.

“re-purposed” and divided for use by multiple tenants. “They will divide the building in half, have a few retailers downstairs and apartments upstairs,” Slattery said. Luxury linen and bedding retailer Phil Coller of Everett Stunz, said he moved his store to a smaller space in the Village in November when the lease was up because the landlord would not negotiate the rent. “The move (to 7547 Girard Ave.) has actually been great for us,” he said. “We have better visibility and we’ve attracted more people.” Nancy Warwick, owner of the successful book and stationery store in the heart of the Village, at 7812 Girard Ave., added that the recent passage of a Maintenance Assessment District to fund and oversee cleanup and capital projects, will further enhance Village desirability. “We are going to see the Village improve greatly under the MAD — both in the filling of vacancies and in terms of its attractiveness. But it’s going to take some patience,” she said. In light of the changes on the horizon (including the expansion of the Museum of Contemporary Art at 700 Prospect St. and the opening of :a Jolla Music Society’s The Conrad Performing Arts Center on Fay Avenue in 2018), La Jolla Village Merchants Association president James Neibling said this year his board is working on “a branding package, so we can market La Jolla and drive business.” Referencing the recent closures of Reebok’s, The Gap and Chico’s (along Girard Avenue) and longtime vacancies like the former Burns Drugs building, Neibling said, “It’s hard to say that the business climate is good right now,

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The site formerly home to Burns Drugs at 7824 Girard Ave. has been vacant since mid-2014. especially with some of our recent closures … times are a little challenging. But a lot of it really boils down to finding ways to drive traffic and mitigate the not-so-helpful things in town like the Cove Stench (and lack of parking), but it’s really about branding The Village, creating an awareness, and getting the word out to boost it. We need business to be thriving and that’s where we want it to go.”

Competition from the Mall

In the case of the decision to close the Chico’s clothing store in the Village in late 2016 when its lease was up for renewal, Slattery said management likely compared its profit margins to those at its Chico’s store in the nearby Westfield UTC Mall. “The Mall has become an entertainment venue with food, movies, a variety of stores

locations; they are more cautious. There is always demand for La Jolla properties, but there are different reasons a landlord (or property owner) might not accept a bid. It might be that you don’t want competition with another tenant, the applicant’s financials are not strong enough, or the business is not appropriate for The Village.

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and activities, so it generates a lot of business,” he said. Chico’s did not respond to the Light’s query on why it closed The Village location. Slattery said that with its recent multimillion dollar expansion project, additional free parking, special events and plans to bring in a dozen more upscale eateries, the Westfield UTC Mall at Genesse Avenue and La Jolla Village Drive presents a formidable business challenge.

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Although there are many challenges to running a business in La Jolla, Slattery said they are a good thing to have “because these limitations create opportunities for specialty retailers, and I think that’s the direction La Jolla is going. In the long run, we are going to end up with higher-end tenants that are

Potential shoppers walk along Girard Avenue, in the shopping district of La Jolla.

better suited for the community.” He categorized four successful industries in La Jolla: fitness, food, beauty (boutiques and art galleries) and health (skincare products and services and hair salons). “There will always be a demand for these types of businesses, especially with younger families moving to La Jolla who are health-oriented,” he advised. As if to prove his point, Yoga Smoga in La Plaza La Jolla announced it would close every one of its apparel stores (published reports say the company filed for bankruptcy) except for the La Jolla location. “Our La Jolla store is deeply rooted in a strong community and receives support from our local wellness partners. It is integral for businesses to have this support in order to succeed and grow,” said manager Courtney George.

“Many start-ups and family businesses, such as Yoga Smoga, are filling empty retail spaces. Shoppers recognize the significance their choices make by supporting local retailers. Often, they will get better service and goods choosing these options over mass retailers.” Warwick said that’s the secret to her longtime success — the support of residents and providing something unique. (Warwick’s has been open since 1939.) “As a business, you need to offer something that you can only get here. That’s so important,” she said. “Every so often, I hear someone say there isn’t enough loyalty from residents, but that’s not my experience. Maybe those business are missing the mark of what people need, or focusing on what’s trendy now or only buying merchandise for tourists.”

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Tens of thousands turnout for Women’s March in San Diego

eparting from the Civic Center Plaza and proceeding to Broadway and Harbor Drive, ending up at the Waterfront Park, San Diego participants in the worldwide Women’s March peacefully walked for human rights, civil liberties and social justice on Saturday, Jan. 21. According to organizers, more than 40,000 people attended the event. — María José Durán

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Dennis Reiter, Kim Emerson and Lynn Douglas maintain good spirits even after rain made an appearance at the San Diego Women’s March. Demonstrator Aurie Kryzuda, co-founder of the environmental movement ConservAmerica, said she’s been a Republican in the fight against climate change for more than 20 years.

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Cancer questions to ask your doctor

his year more than 1.6 million Americans will be told for the first time that they have cancer. Even if there were warning signs or symptoms, the news still shocks. We all tend to hope for the best, that our fatigue is just from working too hard or that the mole on our back is merely memorable, not malignant. A cancer diagnosis terrifies. In those first moments of discovery and dread, it’s easy to shut down, to stop thinking about what the diagnosis means and portends. But eventually the shock wears off and there are questions beyond “why me?” Asking the right questions of your physician after a cancer diagnosis is critical, not just for peace of mind but the rest of your life. There is no specific script or checklist for newly diagnosed cancer patients. There is no precise timetable. You should ask any and all questions as they arise, but here are some of the most important, particularly in the first moments, days and months after diagnosis. What kind of cancer do I have? What stage is it? Has it spread? There are more than 200 types of cancer. Squamous cell and basal cell are two kinds of

skin cancer, for example, but so too are melanoma, Merkel cell carcinoma, skin lymphoma and Kaposi sarcoma. They each have different causes, symptoms, prognoses and treatments. Doctors typically assign numbered descriptors to every diagnosed cancer case, which help them assess it and determine treatment. The tumor/node/metastasis (TNM) system is the most widely used system for the majority of cancers. A number is usually added to indicate size (the “T” of the TNM system), typically zero (if the main tumor cannot be found) to 4. The number and location of lymph nodes (N) are also described on a range from 0-4. Metastasis (M) means the cancer has spread to other parts of the body. Most cancers are also categorized in one of five stages, again zero to 4. Zero indicates abnormal cells or carcinoma in situ. Stage 1 means the cancer is localized and restricted to the place where it began. It’s usually highly curable. Stage 2 means the cancer is a bit more progressed, but it has not grown deeply into neighboring tissues. Stages 3 indicates the cancer has grown more deeply or spread to draining lymph nodes — little filters scattered throughout your body. Stage

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the cancer itself. One consideration is participation in a clinical trial testing a new therapy. Very different than other diseases or even cancer treatment five or 10 years ago, the field of oncology is moving so rapidly in developing life-saving drugs that often the best therapy a cancer patient can receive is part of a clinical trial. This is clearly illustrated by immunotherapies, which are transforming this disease and are often only available in a clinical trial. Participants must meet certain criteria for each trial, but they have access to the newest thinking and the latest research. As a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, the only one in the region, physicians and scientists at Moores Cancer Center run hundreds of clinical trials each year. Your doctor should be able to assist you in finding one that might work for you. Side effects of cancer treatment range from mild and passing, such as nausea, to permanent and life-changing, such as loss of fertility. You should know all of the possible side effects and how your doctor deals with them.

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Valet robbed at Westfield UTC mall A valet at Seasons 52 restaurant, 4500 La Jolla Village Drive in Westfield UTC mall, was robbed at gunpoint about 9:45 p.m. Jan. 17 as he was closing out for the night and counting the register. The suspect, a Hispanic male, 5 feet 6 inches, medium build, beard, black hoodie and jeans, walked up to the victim, pointed a handgun at him and demanded cash. The suspect fled with an undetermined amount of cash. The suspect left and got into a gray Dodge extra cab pickup. The suspect was last seen southbound Executive Center. Robbery detectives responded and investigating. --Watch Commander Report

Police Blotter Jan. 13 ■ Vehicle break-in, 7900 block St. Louis Terrace, 6:30 p.m. ■ Vandalism, 1300 block Virginia Way, 10 p.m.

Jan. 14 ■ Residential burglary, 5800 block Camino de la Costa, 12 a.m. ■ Vehicle break-in, 5200 block Dawes St., 9:20 a.m. ■ Petty theft, 8300 block Camino Del Oro, 3 p.m. ■ Residential burglary, 5200 block Chelsea St, 9:30 p.m. Jan. 15 ■ Possession of controlled substance, 6900 block La Jolla Blvd., 6 a.m. Jan. 16 ■ Open container in public park, 7500 block Bishops Lane, 8:39 a.m. ■ Vehicle break-in, 7600 block Girard Ave., 1 p.m. Jan. 17 ■ Vehicle break-in, 8300 block Camino Del Oro, 7 a.m. ■ Residential burglary, 7400 block Hillside Drive, 6 p.m. Jan. 18 ■ Theft, 5100 block La Jolla Blvd., 8 p.m. Jan. 21 ■ Residential burglary, 600 block Marine St., 12 a.m. — Compiled by Ashley Mackin

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■ Pen to Paper writing group meets, 1 p.m. 7555 Draper Ave. (858) 552-1657. lajollalibrary.org

Friday, Jan. 27

■ La Jolla Golden Triangle Rotary Club Breakfast Meeting, 7:15 a.m. La Jolla Marriott, 4240 La Jolla Village Drive. $20. (858) 395-1222. lajollagtrotary.org ■ Exercise class for adults, 9:30 a.m. United Methodist Church of La Jolla, 6063 La Jolla Blvd. jbale@sdccd.edu ■ Tai Chi, 10 a.m. beginner, 10:45 a.m. advanced, La Jolla Rec Center, 615 Draper Ave. (858) 552-1658 ■ Computer Help Lab, 11 a.m. Riford Library, 7555 Draper Ave. (858) 552-1657. lajollalibrary.org ■ Kiwanis Club of La Jolla meets, noon, La Jolla Presbyterian Church, 7155 Draper Ave. First three meetings free, then $15. (858) 900-2710. kiwanislajolla.org ■ Lunchtime Guided Meditations, noon to 12:50 p.m. PDG Health, 909 Prospect St. $8, first time free. Drop-ins welcome, RSVP requested. (858) 459-5900.

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■ Sunrise Rotary Club of La Jolla meets, 6:55 a.m. The Shores Hotel, 8110 Camino Del Oro. $20. (619) 992-9449. ■ Exercise class for adults, 9:30 a.m. United Methodist Church of La Jolla, 6063 La Jolla Blvd. jbale@sdccd.edu ■ Qi Gong, 9:30 a.m. Riford Library, 7555 Draper Ave. Gentle exercises for all ages and abilities. (858) 453-6719. lajollalibrary.org ■ Information meeting and campus tour, Bird Rock Elementary School, 9:30 a.m. 5371 La Jolla Hermosa Ave. (858) 488-0537.

Saturday, Jan. 28

Chinese New Year of the Rooster ■ Seniors Computer Group, 9:30 a.m. Wesley Palms, 2404 Loring St., Pacific Beach. How to use computers and smartphones safely. Free for guests, $1 monthly membership. (858) 459-9065. ■ Start-Biz Club meets, 9:30 a.m. Hear ideas from budding entrepreneurs. Riford Library, 7555 Draper Ave. (858) 552-1657. lajollalibrary.org ■ Children’s Virtues Class, 10:30 a.m. La Jolla Rec Center, 615 Prospect St.

childrensclass.webs.com or hedyy19@gmail.com ■ Dog adoption event with Second Chance Rescue of San Diego, 2-6 p.m. Unleashed by Petco, 8843 Villa La Jolla Drive. (858) 457-2036. ■ Film screening, “The Fault in Our Stars,” 2 p.m. Discussion about the book and movie follows. Riford Library, 7555 Draper Ave. (858) 552-1657. lajollalibrary.org ■ Chinese tea ceremony, 3 p.m. Riford Library, 7555 Draper Ave. (858) 552-1657. lajollalibrary.org ■ Chinese calligraphy class, 4 p.m. Riford Library, 7555 Draper Ave. (858) 552-1657. lajollalibrary.org ■ Atheists La Jolla group meets, 3:45 p.m. outside Starbucks, 8750 Genesee Ave. Repeats Sunday, 7 p.m. Peet’s Coffee, 8843 Villa La Jolla Drive. RSVP: teddyrodo@hotmail.com

Sunday, Jan. 29

■ La Jolla Open Aire farmers market, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Girard Avenue at Genter. (858) 454-1699. ■ E-clinic, 1 p.m. Riford Library, 7555 Draper Ave. (858) 552-1657. lajollalibrary.org

Monday, Jan. 30

■ Ico-Dance class, 9 a.m. La Jolla Community Center, 6811 La Jolla Blvd. $7 members, $12 non-members. amandabanks.com/ico-dance ■ Exercise class for adults, 9:30 a.m. United Methodist Church of La Jolla, 6063 La Jolla Blvd. jbale@sdccd.edu ■ iPad class, 10:30 a.m. La Jolla Community Center, 6811 La Jolla Blvd. (858) 459-0831.

Tuesday, Jan. 31

■ Exercise class for adults, 9:30 a.m. United Methodist Church of La Jolla, 6063 La Jolla Blvd. jbale@sdccd.edu ■ Lunchtime Guided Meditations, noon to 2:50 p.m. PDG Health, 909 Prospect St. $8, first time free. Drop-ins welcome, RSVP. (858) 459-5900. ■ Rotary Club of La Jolla meets, noon, La Valencia Hotel, 1132 Prospect St. Lunch $30. Guests welcome. lora.fisher@usbank.com ■ Hatha Chair Yoga, 12:30 p.m. Riford Library, 7555 Draper Ave. (858) 552-1657. ■ Film screening, “Brooklyn” (2015), Irish immigrant lands in 1950s Brooklyn, where she quickly falls into a romance with a local. When her past catches up with her, she must choose between two countries and the lives that exist within. Popcorn, 3 p.m. Riford Library, 7555 Draper Ave. (858) 552-1657. lajollalibrary.org ■ DecoBike information meeting, 6 p.m. Community Center, 6811 La Jolla Blvd. Interested parties will discuss proposed sites for bike-sharing stations.

Wednesday, Feb. 1

■ Kiwanis Club of Torrey Pines meets, 7:20 a.m. Good Samaritan Episcopal Church, Roetter Hall, 4321 Eastgate Mall. First three meetings free, then $15. tbilotta1@gmail.com ■ Exercise class for adults, 9:45 a.m. United Methodist Church of La Jolla, 6063 La Jolla Blvd. (858) 459-3870. ■ Torrey Pines of La Jolla Rotary Club meets, 11:30 a.m. Rock Bottom Brewery, 8980 La Jolla Village Drive. $20. (858) 459-8912. gurneymcm@aol.com

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Family Friendly Fun ■ In honor of Chinese New Year (Jan. 28) and the new exhibit ‘Fantasy of Asia,’ the San Diego Chinese Historical Museum will perform ‘A Dragon’s Tale,’ 3:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 27 at the La Jolla Library, 7555 Draper Ave. Learn how the Chinese zodiac came to be through storytelling (children will have the chance to take on roles of zodiac animals), including a demonstration on the mythical dragon. Free. (858) 552-1657. lajollalibrary.org ■ Tapping To The Stars, adult dance class, noon, Ooh La La Dance Academy, 7467 Cuvier St. Program: $70. nancy@tappingtothestars.com

Thursday, Feb. 2

Groundhog Day ■ Sunrise Rotary Club of La Jolla meets, 6:55 a.m. The Shores Hotel, 8110 Camino Del Oro. $20. (619) 992-9449. ■ Exercise class for adults, 9:30 a.m. United Methodist Church of La Jolla, 6063 La Jolla Blvd. jbale@sdccd.edu ■ Qi Gong, 9:30 a.m. Riford Library, 7555 Draper Ave. Exercises for all ages and abilities. (858) 453-6719. lajollalibrary.org

■ Pen to Paper writing group meets, 1 p.m. Riford Library, 7555 Draper Ave. (858) 552–1657. lajollalibrary.org ■ La Jolla Community Planning Association meets, 6 p.m. La Jolla Rec Center, 615 Prospect St. info@lajollacpa.org All events are free unless otherwise noted.

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Bird Rockers have stated that when airplanes take off northbound from SDIA, they set north offshore, but that doesn’t stop the noise. “They are flying over this open area and there’s no absorption of the noise, so we hear them despite the fact that they are not flying above us,” Pardo said. Ackland added that, in her experience, the noises of planes flying overhead and offshore are different. “I was in Point Loma last week. A plane went overhead, and when it came there was a short duration of a loud noise. In Bird Rock, we have a very long drawn-out agonizing sound lasting 45 seconds or so, and since the planes are coming off the runway within a couple of minutes, there is almost one continuous roar,” she said. Bloomfield told the Light all noise complaints received at SDIA via WebTrak, e-mail or voice, are counted and logged regardless of the aircraft type. “Noise concerns are something we take very seriously,” she added.

An increase in low clouds was mentioned in the FAA presentation as a cause for the noise increase. “This may have contributed to greater awareness of overflights,” it reads. During the next ANAC meeting, the total number of complaints will be presented. At this time, public comment will be allowed and every speaker will get three minutes to present their cases. “La Jolla is new to this battle (compared to Point Loma),” Ackland said. “We don’t have their history and the experience. We are working hard to come up to speed and see how we can best respond to this plane noise situation.” The next two public meetings where aircraft noise in La Jolla will be discussed are 1) La Jolla Town Council, 6 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 9 at the La Jolla Rec Center, 615 Prospect St., and 2) the Airport Noise Advisory Committee, 4 p.m. Feb. 15 at 3225 N. Harbor Drive, Administrative offices. To connect with La Jollans who are reporting aircraft noise, e-mail noplanenoiselajolla@gmail.com

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City updates undergrounding plan, seeks community feedback BY ASHLEY MACKIN The City of San Diego is revamping its utilities Undergrounding Master Plan and needs your input. By the fall, an updated Master Plan will be drafted, presented to the public for comment and then released. There were four community meetings in January (none were in La Jolla) but feedback is still being accepted online at: sandiego.gov/undergrounding/overview/master-plan The City plans to take the comments received at these meetings, along with those submitted online, and adjust the methodology report this summer, before updating the Master Plan. “The City created a sophisticated Master Plan with a schedule so people could go online, type in their address and see when their street utilities would be undergrounded. But the City had to stop every once in a while because there would be conflicts with other projects or other problems district-by-district,” explained consultant Joe LaCava. “After a few years of all those postponements or delays, the whole system got out of alignment. So the City is taking a step back, and will try to be smarter about how they draw those boundaries and schedule those undergrounding areas, hoping to be more sophisticated and efficient with better ties to other construction projects in the area.” The City plans to have overhead electrical lines and poles taken down and San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E), cable and phone lines moved underground. It reports that since the work began in 1970, each year approximately 30 to 35 miles of overhead utility lines are placed underground. There are still more than 1,000 miles of power lines to go. The undergrounding work creates large “blocks” of several streets. For example, block 1J in La Jolla Shores is bounded by Avenida de la Playa and La Jolla Shores and the ocean and Ruette Monte Carlo near UC San Diego. Undergrounding on block 1J was supposed to start in April 2016, but had to be postponed due to ongoing

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Idea for ‘Community parade’ revived, denied at traffic meeting 2017 Christmas Parade & Holiday Festival approved BY ASHLEY MACKIN Discussion about a second December parade in La Jolla resurfaced last week, when La Jolla’s Traffic & Transportation advisory group (LJT&T) heard a request for street closures for a proposed La Jolla Community & Holiday Parade — an independent event intended to be more faith-neutral than the established La Jolla Christmas Parade & Holiday Festival. This time, representatives from both the La Jolla Community & Holiday Parade and the La Jolla Christmas Parade & Holiday Festival were on hand, both requesting the necessary permits to hold their parades on the same day: Sunday, Dec. 3, 2017. Favoring the La Jolla Christmas Parade & Holiday Festival (now in its 60th year), the board at its Jan. 18 meeting at the Rec Center, denied applicant Howard Singer approval for street closures for the proposed La Jolla Community & Holiday Parade. Singer was accompanied by supporter Nancylee Friedlander. After years of failed attempts to change the name of the parade to something that does not reference any particular religion, Singer began a quest to host his own parade in mid-2015. The proposal made the rounds to La Jolla’s various advisory groups and was discussed by the La Jolla Village Merchants Association that year, but it never garnered approval nor took place. The event also did

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Howard Singer advocates for a La Jolla Community & Holiday Parade on Dec. 3, the same day as the 60th annual La Jolla Christmas Parade & Holiday Festival. not take place the next year, in 2016. When questions about the name and whether it could be changed were raised at the recent LJT&T meeting, they were dismissed as “out of order” and not relevant to the item at hand. Additionally, La Jolla Christmas Parade & Holiday Festival organizer Ann Kerr Bache (who is also president of the La Jolla Town Council) argued it was out of LJT&T’s purview to address the theme, name or content of an event when considering traffic-related aspects. Singer countered that on Dec. 8, 2015, he and his associates — the San Diego Diversity and Inclusiveness Group — filed an application with the City of San Diego to hold an event on Dec. 3, 2017. Hanging

laurels on the argument that his group was the first to request that date, Singer said, “It was one full year ahead of any other organization,” referencing Kerr Bache and the La Jolla Christmas Parade & Holiday Festival Foundation. As to why she requested the Dec. 3, 2017 date, Kerr Bache told the board, “The parade is always 10 days after Thanksgiving to accommodate families with children home from school for the holidays.” In addition to the date conflict, the board took issue with the Singer application that was submitted, but not approved. LJT&T member Nancy Warwick noted that one of the board’s roles is to “prevent doubling up of events (especially) when one event has historicity …”

Singer interrupted, “That’s not how the City feels.” Warwick replied, “But that’s how this board feels.” Acting chair Tom Brady noted that when representatives from two events request the same venue at the same time, the City considers both the date of approved application and the “traditional event date,” and he pointed out that La Jolla Christmas Parade has used the “venue” of La Jolla streets on the same date (10 days after Thanksgiving) for 60 years. “You also do not have the management or expertise to run a parade, nor do you have a complete application,” Brady told Singer. Although Singer argued the relevancy of a completed application, he acknowledged “there are many blank fields” on the document. “You might think it’s an incomplete application, but the City won’t,” he said. A motion passed unanimously not to support the Request for Temporary Road Closure and No Parking areas for the La Jolla Community & Holiday Parade on Dec. 3, 2017. Singer later told La Jolla Light he presumed his request would not granted by LJT&T. “We knew what would take place at the meeting. Our predictions were 100 percent correct.” Friedlander added that she was surprised by the “vehement reaction” from the board. “This was my first public meeting regarding the La Jolla Christmas/Holiday Parade issue, SEE CHRISTMAS PARADE, A18

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FROM CHRISTMAS PARADE, A16 so I was looking through a newcomer’s eyes at the interactions. ... I was surprised and disappointed at the lack of openness to (the Community Parade). I expected a fair and impartial board to run the meeting and that is not what I perceived.” From here, Singer said, “Our San Diego County Diversity and Inclusiveness Group has a conference call scheduled with members at 4 p.m. Friday, Jan. 27,” and that he would update La Jolla Light about the outcome soon after.

Christmas Parade gets green light When it came to discussing the La Jolla Christmas Parade & Holiday Festival, Kerr Bache presented a history of the event, the permits secured and the vendors committed, during her request for street closures for the event. “The map of street closures from last year is unchanged. Last year’s event had 2,800 participants, 127 entries and thousands of people at the Rec Center for the Holiday Festival,” she said. She also provided a list of vendor commitments for services such as safety equipment, police presence, party rentals, clean-up, medical aid and more, and said the La Jolla Rec Center permit is secured, the City’s special event permit is secured, there were no changes to tow procedures and road closures, liability insurance had been obtained along with assembly areas. Warwick called Kerr Bache’s presentation “impressive” and moved that “In

compliance with the San Diego event plan, LJT&T recommends and supports the request of the Christmas Parade for the Temporary Street Closure and No Parking areas for the Dec. 3, 2017 parade.” Brady added that the Christmas Parade has “the expertise, organization and management needed to do a wonderful parade” and the event was “a knockout” last year. The motion passed unanimously.

In other T&T news ■ Concours d’Elegance: A request for Temporary Street Closures and No Parking areas related to the 13th annual La Jolla Concours d’Elegance, April 7-9 at Scripps Park, was unanimously approved. Applicant Laurel McFarland said there were no changes to last year’s route and street closures. “The City has traffic controllers at key points, which used to be (facilitated by private) security, but we think it’s better to have qualified traffic controllers,” she said. “No Parking street signs go up 72 hours in advance, and notices will go up at 6 a.m. that towing will start at 8 a.m. to accommodate early morning swimmers or Cove viewers.” The classic car show takes up much of the park, but some is left open to the public. “We want to keep the event’s existing footprint and not expand it,” McFarland added, stating the La Jolla Concours is considered one of the top in the country, but with a “friendlier vibe” than many of the more upscale or “fancy” events. — Pending items to review, La Jolla Traffic & Transportation next meets 4 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 18 at La Jolla Rec Center, 615 Prospect St.

City, UC San Diego consider building campus fire station A long-awaited fire station might finally be coming to the rapidly growing campus of UC San Diego. The station was among 19 new facilities recommended in a 2011 independent consultant’s report that declared emergency coverage inadequate in several parts of San Diego, including the neighborhoods around UCSD. A spokesperson for the City’s Fire-Rescue Department said the City and university officials are still discussing the project and expect to unveil a proposal this spring, most likely in April. The new station has become even more important in the wake of the City Council’s decision in December to delete from planning maps the controversial Regents Road Bridge, which could have shortened emergency response times in the area. Since the 2011 study, City and university officials have discussed a partnership where the university would provide land and pay for construction of the new station (expected to be $10 million to $12 million), while the City would fund operations and maintenance (expected to be between $1.5 million and $4 million per year). No formal agreement has ever been presented publicly, and community

leaders in University City have called progress on the project frustratingly slow. The website for UCSD’s Physical and Community Planning Division says the new station would be built in the northwest corner of the campus, just south of where Genesee Avenue and North Torrey Pines Road intersect. The site also estimates the station will be completed in spring 2020. The other fire station planned for the University City area, slated for the intersection of Nobel Drive and Shoreline Drive near University City High School, is already funded by $14 million the City has collected from developers of projects in the area. Ground-breaking for that station is expected in late 2017 or early 2018. City statistics show that roughly one third of the calls handled by Fire Station 35, located near the eastern edge of UCSD, are incidents that take place on campus. City officials have said the biggest hurdle to solving the emergency response challenges identified by the independent consultant in 2011 isn’t building new fire stations, but having enough money to operate them year after year into the future. — San Diego Union Tribune

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Floss Dental: Full service care to count on

BY DAVID L. CODDON When you’re in the chair, it’s personalized care at Floss Dental, where Dr. Kiyan Mehdizadeh emphasizes “We’re not running a business. We’re running a practice. “It’s a very one-on-one approach,” Mehdizadeh added. “We see only one patient at a time. My undivided attention is with you.” It’s what Mehdizadeh derides as “corporate-driven models of dentistry” that inspired his (and his staff of five’s) individual approach to dental patient care at Floss Dental, which has been open on Executive Drive for four years. “Because of the way dental practices are run today, they’re very corporate, and younger dentists are sent through this assembly line,” Mehdizadeh explained. “So on the same end, the patients are treated as an assembly line. The quality of the dentistry is disappearing. The business models are driving quality out of the treatment.” In addition to personalizing the treatment of his patients, Mehdizadeh believes in helping them make informed decisions about their dental care. “When people come in, it’s a very goal-oriented interaction where we are there to address all their concerns,” he said. “I don’t leave the room until the person doesn’t have any other questions to ask.

Floss Dental is at 4520 Executive Drive, Suite 340, in La Jolla.

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“When everyone knows what’s going on, the patient is more at ease, and there’s less confusion. If you invest time with people from the beginning, then throughout the process it becomes a more pleasant experience for the patient.” With that in mind, Floss Dental eschews

same-day care. Patients are not rushed into procedures. “I don’t think myself and a stranger can get on the same page in 30 minutes and then start doing something permanent to them,” Mehdizadeh said. “We give them a plan, they go home and think about it. Then we move forward.”

Floss Dental is a full-service practice, offering cosmetic and restorative dentistry as well as general treatment. While only one patient is seen in the office at a time, “we run an incredibly efficient schedule,” Mehdizadeh said, and appointments are not difficult to get. “If somebody wants to see me, we can do that within a week.” Mehdizadeh, who learned his craft at both Emory University in Atlanta and at Boston University, is committed to his continuing education as the field of dentistry evolves. “We want to be current with the state of the art,” he said. “We make a real goal-oriented decision every year to seek out the best places where we can be trained. We pursue them all over the world.” Two trips to Italy, among others, are on Mehdizadeh’s 2017 schedule, but don’t expect him to be away from his La Jolla practice for too long. His work with patients “makes me feel good about myself. You can really have an incredible impact on people.” Floss Dental is at 4520 Executive Drive, Suite 340, in La Jolla. Office hours: 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. (858) 597-9844. floss.dental — Business Spotlight features commercial enterprises that support La Jolla Light.

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OUR READERS WRITE Sea lion ‘save’ inspiring to watch at La Jolla Cove With our friends from Portland, Oregon, we visited the La Jolla Cove on Jan. 17. As we watched the Heermann’s Gulls and the nesting Brandt’s Cormorants, we became aware of a battle between three employees of SeaWorld and an extremely emaciated sea lion pup. With infinite patience, scoop nets at the ready, the SeaWorld staff moved in on a sea lion that was cornered between them and a cliff. After a long period of crafty execution, and with a sudden lunge from one side, one member grabbed the sea lion, and scooped it up in the net. Success! A perfect, humane “catch,” otherwise, the sea lion would have plunged to its death or died a slow death from starvation. Throughout this challenging display of skill, many people assembled with cell phones and cameras. As the sea lion was brought up through the fence, the catchers were bombarded with questions. While the answers to the questions were interesting, what was really striking was the kindness with which each question was answered. It was clear that those assembled were rewarded for their patience, because the trappers were so polite and considerate in responding to the many

Congrats La Jolla, we’re the new Ocean Beach!

SeaWorld staff rescues a distressed sea lion pup at La Jolla Cove on Jan. 17. questions thrown at them. It was, indeed, a demonstration of civility and of knowledge. We could not have asked for a more informative interaction with SeaWorld employees. Our guests were clearly impressed.

The Jewel alas, is now the tool Of some indifferent airline investor pools Wanting to shave off a few bucks of fuel At the expense of everyone here. All the fine houses and all the fine peeps Lying awake and unable to sleep, While downward their property values creep Jet fuel trumps sea lions, perhaps. Luckily for me I’m deaf on one side, The side that I’ll turn toward the sky at night, I guess drumming for years finally served me right All so their stock goes up a quarter point. Sigh. Robert Brock P.S. Having read the recent letters and sitting here working on the computer late tonight, the jets are coming in every 3 minutes, even after 11 p.m. They are right over my head here, a few blocks from WindanSea.

Editor’s Note: The Light contacted Bry’s office for an update on her positions concerning the ongoing Cove Stench and the proposed DecoBike stations in town. Because the CONA appeal decision is pending, Bry could not comment on the outcome, but her press secretary Hilary Nemchik said Bry is meeting with Mayor Kevin Faulconer this week to discuss solutions to the stench issue, and she’s had staff monitoring the situation at La Jolla Cove and making reports to her. In regard to DecoBike, Nemchik said, “Barbara is concerned about bike helmets being available and likes the idea of encouraging bike riding by supporting local cycling shops and connecting them with a user-friendly app. She is in the process of learning more about the DecoBike program and will send a representative to the 6 p.m. Monday, Jan. 30 meeting at the La Jolla Community Center to gather information from those in attendance. She welcomes input from residents on this issue and any other issues — her office number and e-mail address are: (619) 236-6611 and barbarabry@sandiego.gov”

What’s Bry’s stand on La Jolla’s toughest issues?

Hopeful high school track can remain open

The two front-page articles in the Jan. 19 issue of La Jolla Light (“CONA appeals decision on sea lion stench at The Cove” and “Group to ask City to delay putting bike-share kiosks in La Jolla”) have one common thread about them, to wit: in neither article is there any statement from our new City Council member Barbara Bry! Why is that? We have no idea what Ms. Bry’s position is on these two, multi-year challenges plaguing our community. Her silence is deafening! Why is she not fighting to rid our community of the visual pollution in one case and the stink in the other case? Has she already caved in to the Mayor’s actual policy of neighborhood neglect, which is directly opposite to his oft-stated “neighborhoods first” mantra? Lou Cumming

I live a couple of blocks away from La Jolla High School and I use the track and field to run and play frisbee with my children. I cherish the facilities and have on many occasions picked up litter left by students. After reading the article about the athletic facilities, I was offended by the accusation by staff that we community members are littering the high school. As a homeowner and community member, I want to keep my neighborhood clean. I am confident we can find a solution to this issue. Sandy Maynard

What’s on YOUR mind? ■ Letters published in La Jolla Light express views and comments from readers in regard to community issues. To share your thoughts in

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Thanks SeaWorld for an unexpected “Master Class” seaside after an incredible “save!” We appreciate your 1,400-plus sea animal saves of 2016. You’re amazing! Art Cooley and Bev Grant

Bolting to Los Angeles ■ Spotted at La Jolla Vons last week: A cart full of San Diego Chargers merchandise marked 75 percent off. — Jerry Cesak this forum, e-mail them with your name and city of residence to editor@lajollalight.com or mail them to La Jolla Light Editor, 565 Pearl St., Suite 300, La Jolla, CA 92037. Letters reflect the writer’s views and do not necessarily represent opinions of the newspaper staff or publisher.

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Construction halted at the Avenida de la Playa work site in La Jolla Shores. Picture taken Friday, Jan. 20.

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Gates of the outfall structure of Avenida de la Playa are open after recent rainstorms.

A Soggy Mess: Rain may delay construction at The Shores

looded streets, fallen trees and halted construction were consequences of the three Pacific storms that brought winds of over 60 miles per hour and waves measuring more than 10 feet to San Diego last week. La Jolla Light contacted City officials to find out if the Shores’ Avenida de la Playa stormwater replacement project’s due date was affected by the weather events. “We include

days for possible rain delay within the construction schedule,” replied public information officer Alec Phillipp. Phase 1 of the current project (replacing the stormwater infrastructure on Avenida de la Playa that blew apart during a rainstorm in January 2016, shortly after being installed), was scheduled to be complete by the end of the month. This stage involves removing the bio-filter box installed under El

Paseo Grande. The construction crews, who according to City senior engineer Steve Lindsay were supposed to be work “day and night” to deliver the project in time, saw their work halted due to the weather events. The next phase will remove and replace 600 linear feet of storm drain and culvert, and planned to end in May 2017. — María José Durán

Strong winds and heavy rains took down a tree on Pearl Street, Friday, Jan. 20. Police responded at the site to make sure there weren’t any further damages.

Cars splash through the Village as San Diego County is hit by several potent storms mid-January — the wettest period the region has experienced since December 2010.

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Joan Marie Ariessohn

Virginia Rae O’Brien

February 3, 1944 - January 10, 2017

September 5, 1929 - December 15, 2016

La JoLLa — Virginia Rae o’Brien died peacefully on December 15, 2016, in La Jolla, California. She was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on September 5, 1929, with remarkable blue eyes. She was the only daughter of Ray Murphy and Vivian Strom Murphy. as a child, Virginia discovered her love for figure skating and reading was a passion she would continue the rest of her life. Virginia graduated from Washburn High School in 1947 and went on to attend the University of Minnesota where she studied journalism. She was a strong skater, passing many tests and eventually becoming a U.S. Figure Skating judge. To earn money for college, Virginia skated in ice shows and waited on tables. She was employed by the Union Pacific railroad, which owned Sun Valley, a burgeoning ski

resort in the small Idaho mining town of Ketchum. She found her first summer there so enjoyable she spent the next nine years living off and on in Sun Valley, skiing, skating, waitressing and making life-long friends. (She did finish her bachelor’s degree in four years, however.) Many of the Sun Valley crowd came from La Jolla and encouraged her to follow them back to their small beach town. She immediately put her journalism skills to work at the aerospace company, Convair, proofing copy relating to the atlas missile system. Virginia met her future husband, John o’Brien, in La Jolla; they married in September 1959 and started a family. Virginia became a member of the League of Women Voters during an era dominated by women’s rights issues, where she

contributed to “The Voter” a monthly publication. Fascinated by the influence of Hispanic culture in California, Virginia learned to speak Spanish fluently, read Latino literature and travelled extensively throughout Mexico. She led tours to oaxaca every summer, leading to her new fascination with indigenous art and contemporary art in general. as a homemaker, Virginia worked tirelessly and enthusiastically to support her children’s endeavors. Her quest for the “perfect” sentence led her to grading honors English papers at La Jolla High School. Many a Viking was subject to her ruthless red pen marks! She became a fantastic cook, mastering Cantonese cuisine, while winning blue ribbons at the Del Mar fair for her famous refried beans. She was an expert knitter and needle pointer and was lucky enough to knit beautiful blankets for all four of her grandchildren. Later in life, her interests centered on the arts and she became a member of the La Jolla Contemporary art museum, had season tickets to the La Jolla Playhouse, attended many productions at the old Globe and travelled frequently to Los angeles and New York to explore

their large modern art scenes. Virginia was a voracious reader, reading up to three and four books per week. Her favorite writers included Gabriel Garcia Marquez, Joyce Carol oates, John Updike and Edith Wharton, whose first editions were Virginia’s prized possessions. She read the New York Times daily, completing the crossword puzzle and occasionally even completing the Saturday version. a cheerful, thoughtful and encouraging individual, she will be deeply missed. Her husband John; children, amy and Patrick (Katie); and grandchildren, Ruby, Emmett, Jack and Sean survive her. Her parents and brother, Joe Murphy, preceded her in death. attending church was an important part of her organized life. She taught Sunday School, was on the Diaconate and was the clerk of record for the Congregational Church of La Jolla. a celebration of Virginia’s life will be held Saturday, March 4, 2017, from 1 to 4pm, in the Social Hall at The Congregational Church of La Jolla, 1216 Cave Street. Please sign the guest book online at legacy.com/ obituaries/lajollalight.

Harold Hastings Shively, Jr., M.D. March 13, 1937 - January 4, 2017

La JoLLa — Harold Hastings Shively, Jr. M.D., age 79, died peacefully at home, on January 4, after a battle with Parkinson’s disease. He was born in Newton, Ma, on March 13, 1937, to Louise Van Camp Shively and Harold Hastings Shively. Harold graduated from Wesleyan University and George Washington University School of Medicine. He did his internship and internal medicine residency at Walter Reed army Medical Center, in Washington D.C and fellowship in cardiology at Letterman army Hospital in San Francisco. after ten years

of active military duty, he relocated to La Jolla, where he practiced at Scripps Memorial Hospital. He continued his military career in the army reserves for 25 years attaining the rank of Brigadier General.

He was a man of many talents. He was a pitcher and played baseball until his late 60’s. He was also a private pilot and instructor and his family enjoyed many flying adventures. He loved playing the trumpet, especially Christmas carols and taps and reveille for his troops! He is survived by Carol, his wife of 55 years; his children, David (Jennifer), Debbie akers (andy) and Karen Prince (Darryn); and 12 grandchildren, Dan, Mike, Tyler, Ryan, Nick, Connor, Sander, Katie, Mark, ayden, Christine, and andrew, who loved their Papa. The family would like to thank his devoted

caregiver, Dulce, and Elizabeth Hospice for his wonderful care. a Celebration of Life will be held at La Jolla United Methodist Church on Saturday, January 28, at 2pm. a private burial will be at Miramar National Cemetery. Suggested donations can be made to Elizabeth Hospice, at 500 La Terraza Boulevard #130, Escondido, Ca 92025 or Tremble Clefs San Diego, a Parkinson’s therapeutic singing group at 1470 Encinitas Boulevard #224, Encinitas, Ca 92024 or your favorite charity. Please sign the guest book online at legacy.com/ obituaries/lajollalight.

La JoLLa — Joan’s suffering ended peacefully on January 10, 2017, in Monterey, Ca. Born on February 3, 1944 to arthur Maurice and Helen Schnur ariessohn, Joan was a native of Brooklyn, NY. Most recently a resident of Pacific Grove and Monterey, she moved to San Diego in her early childhood and lived at various times in her adult life throughout California, Texas, New York and Italy. Joan graduated from California State University, Fullerton, with a degree in communications. She worked in the legal departments of various large corporations including arco and BP, and at one point was sent to Italy, where she headed up a team on a legal case for close to a year. Joan also worked in the film industry as a film script judge. She was an accomplished ceramicist and her porcelain goblets graced the cover of a 1976 Weather Report jazz album. a published writer several times over, Joan also wrote a play that was performed on stage in Los angeles.

Joan is survived by five siblings, including her beloved sister, Melanie ariessohn; eight nieces and nephews, including loving niece Shannon ariessohn; life-long friend, Carolyn Vlymen Stern; and two children. arrangements by California Cremation Services. Joan’s ashes will be scattered at sea near Marin County. In accordance with her wishes, no services will be held. Donations to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society are encouraged in lieu of flowers. Please sign the guest book online at legacy.com/ obituaries/lajollalight.

Deborah J. ‘Brit’ Kirtland June 5, 1951 - January 1, 2017

La JoLLa — Deborah (Brit) J. Kirtland passed away on Sunday, January 1, 2017. Brit was born on Long Island and moved to San Diego with her parents when she was 16 years old. She graduated from the University of Maryland with a master’s degree in Business and Education and enjoyed a successful career in marketing. Brit was retired and had lived in La Jolla for many years. She had a passion for tennis and bridge and was a member of the Cove Bridge Club, the Social Service League and gave generously of her time and resources. also, she was often seen strolling around the village with her yorkie “Russe,” and meeting up with her village friends and pups for tea. Brit touched many lives with her kind, caring and gentle way. She will be missed. Brit is survived by her

loving husband, Dr. Thomas Northrup, Esq. of La Jolla; and brothers, Clinton and Randy Burns of San Diego. a private celebration of Brit’s life will be held at Dr. Northrup and Brit’s La Jolla home, from 1 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, February 4, 2017. Please RSVP at bella1skin@ icloud.com if you would like to attend. Please sign the guest book online at legacy.com/ obituaries/lajollalight.

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COURTESY BETTY FORD CENTER KAREN BILLING

Betty Ford Center San Diego is at 11720 El Camino Real, Suite 200, in Carmel Valley.

Betty Ford Center San Diego project lead Janelle Wesloh, Director of Outpatient Services Brian Couey, daughter-in-law of Betty Ford Juliann Ford, Foundation board member Cini Robb, Foundation CEO Mark Mishek and Center Administrator Jim Steinhagen

Betty Ford Center San Diego aims for hope, healing BY KAREN BILLING A ribbon-cutting celebration took place Jan. 11 to open the Betty Ford Center San Diego in Carmel Valley. The outpatient treatment clinic will offer daytime and evening programs that support recovery, including family education workshops and mental health services that target teens and opioid use. “We are opening up a beautiful new space of healing and hope here in the San Diego area as part of the mission of the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation,” said Mark Mishek, Foundation CEO. “It’s here in Southern California that Betty

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Marilyn Sage Mayne

august 16, 1925 - January 14, 2017 La JoLLa — at the age of 91, Marilyn passed away peacefully with her sons by her side. Born in oregon to Delburt and Tady Sage, she and younger brother Bill, had a happy childhood growing up on Lake oswego. She graduated from the University of oregon, where she majored and excelled in literature, while serving as president of her sorority – Pi Beta Phi. Marilyn went on to marry and raise her family in La Jolla. During those years, she was a tireless parent and volunteer. once her children had left the nest she began a new chapter of her life in Paris and Switzerland. Marilyn was, at times, a freelance writer, painter and photographer and maintained a life-long passion for skiing.

She is survived by her three children, Reed, Joel and Bryn; two devoted daughter-in-laws, Gloria and Noelle; five loving grandchildren, Gloria, alessandra, Sage, Reed and Pierce; and her former husband, Donald Mayne, with whom she remained close throughout her life. Please sign the guest book online at legacy.com/ obituaries/lajollalight.

Ford entered her life of recovery and we’re here to really celebrate and extend the legacy of Mrs. Ford and all of the tremendous and courageous things that she did. We’re here to honor that and to serve more people under her watchful eye.” The nation’s largest nonprofit treatment provider, the Foundation has roots back to 1949 in Hazelden’s first rehab facility in a Minnesota farmhouse and the first Betty Ford Center was opened in 1982. There are currently 17 sites in nine states. The wife of President Gerald Ford, Betty Ford (1918-2011) was noted for raising breast cancer awareness following her 1974 mastectomy. In addition, she was an activist for passage of the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA). Pro-choice on abortion and a leader in the women’s movement, she gained fame as one of the most candid First Ladies in history, commenting on every hot-button issue of the time, including feminism, equal pay, the ERA, sex, drugs, abortion and gun control. She also raised awareness of addiction when in the 1970s, she announced her long-running battle with alcoholism and substance abuse, being the first First Lady to do so. The Betty Ford Center in Coachella Valley is world-renowned and Mishek said they hope the center in San Diego becomes the same kind of strong institution. Located on the second floor, the Center includes a large conference room, as well as small meeting rooms and private counseling offices. Touches of San Diego are noted in the artwork and in a Torrey Pines glass mural that marks the conference room and hallway. A portrait of Betty Ford hangs in the spacious lobby.

Brian Couey, director of outpatient services, said the message at the core of the facility is one of hope in its ability to help transform lives. “We are all painfully aware of the opioid crisis and it continues to have a devastating impact on this community and the nation,” Couey said. In response, the Betty Ford Foundation developed COR-12, a Comprehensive Opioid Response program with 12 steps. Couey said the holistic approach, which includes a medication-assisted rehab to ease withdrawal, has a proven track record of keeping patients engaged. Over the past several years, Couey said, patients are increasingly coming to them at a much-younger age, and at the center, the team specializes in an individual program for teens. Jim Steinhagen, vice president southwest region and Betty Ford Center administrator, said the goal from the beginning was to be a community partner and they found one in Scripps Health Network. Scripps has merged its treatment center into theirs and they opened with 10 staff members from Scripps now a part of the Betty Ford family. Steinhagen said they’re the group that will work the “magic” under the leadership of Couey, and he hopes that the center will be a tribute to the Betty Ford Center, which celebrates its 35th anniversary this year. “Betty Ford’s legacy includes her courage and commitment to advocacy, she broke down the barriers of stigma and paved the way for people to walk through the doors of community-based facilities such as this one in San Diego,” Steinhagen said. — To learn more, visit hazeldenbettyford.org/sandiego or call (858) 766-9980 or the 24-line at (866) 831-5700.

The entrance to the new Betty Ford Center in Carmel Valley

KAREN BILLING

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Cluster group discusses bullying, budget, school start time

BY MARÍA JOSÉ DURÁN Educators shared the different strategies La Jolla’s public schools are using to approach the topic of bullying, during the La Jolla Cluster Association (LJCA) meeting Jan. 19 at Muirlands Middle School. Parental concerns expressed at various school meetings prompted the discussion. La Jolla Elementary School principal Donna Tripi reported that the creation of inclusive learning environments has led to less bullying reports. “Classrooms are like families and children are encouraged to talk to each other or their teachers if there are issues,” she said, adding that since the incorporation of character strength work and collaborative conversations, the respect that students feel for one another has increased. “They value each other, they get that everybody has something to say,” she said. Torrey Pines Elementary principal Sarah Ott said the school’s multicultural character has led to the creation of a diversity committee working to honor various cultures. “Teachers have created lessons exploring different cultures to learn more about their students because once we know more about people and are more in tune with them, we’re not as into making fun of (them),” she said. Muirlands Middle School principal Harlan Klein said his school will host a Peace Week later this year, where there will be information about altruistic initiatives, encouraging students to “care for one another.” He explained that Muirlands has a consistent policy on bullying and last week teachers reviewed with the oldest students, some of the concepts that surround bullying. “Defining what the difference is between a ‘bystander’ (someone who witnesses bullying and doesn’t get involved) and an ‘upstander’ (someone who knows that bullying is wrong and does something to make things right) and then going over with students the different ways they can submit or report bullying,” Klein explained, La Jolla High principal Chuck Podhorsky said he was happy to report the school is partnering with the Anti-Defamation League to make it a designated “No Place for Hate.” “What is fabulous from the high school perspective is that the cultural shift is in the students,” he said. “The more they own it and lead it is when you’re going to start to see the change.” He added that the No Place for Hate banners would be hanging by the

SDUSD trustee Mike McQuary speaks about the budget at the La Jolla Cluster Association meeting, Jan. 19. end of the year.

School start time

A discussion about the time school starts was joined by several Cluster Association members, who agreed that research shows a later start to school is beneficial for students’ health. The La Jolla High and Muirlands Middle School principals reported that efforts to delay the class start time by 15 minutes were voted down internally. They explained the difficulties of changing the policy locally, implying the change must come from the San Diego Unified School District (SDUSD) Board. SDUSD trustee Mike McQuary suggested that an agreement between all the clusters will more likely lead to a district-wide change of policy.

Budget

During McQuary’s presentation, he reported the SDUSD Board’s dissatisfaction with Gov. Jerry Brown’s cut of $3.2 billion from the statewide education budget. “Those numbers are important for us,” he said. MCQuary went on to explain that the budget for SDUSD is $1.3 billion a year, and 92.5 percent of it goes to pay salaries and personnel. “We have 7.5 percent of our budget for the discretionary … to put that in context, if we buy a $10 item for every child in this district, that’s a million dollars,” he said, adding the district consists of 16 high schools, 25 middle schools and 120 elementary schools that are run by 16,000 employees, servicing 130,000 students. — La Jolla Cluster Association next meets 4:15 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 16 at Muirlands Middle School, 1056 Nautilus St.

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Art, science join forces for ‘Weather on Steroids’ show

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‘Future Souvenirs,’ by Eva Struble in consultation with Richard Somerville, is an installation addressing long-term changes in San Diego agriculture. Using ad banners from the 1930s and ’40s, the artist depicts fruits and vegetables then-plentiful in the region that are now endangered due to climate change.

Historical Society to host inspired exhibit on climate change BY MARÍA JOSÉ DURÁN ne of the art works included in the upcoming La Jolla Historical Society exhibit, “Weather on Steroids,” on display Feb. 11-May 21 at Wisteria Cottage,

780 Prospect St., is a sculpted marble globe representing the Planet. Titled “Tipping Point Climate Change,” the sculpture by Lilleane Pebbles has the continents appearing lower than the oceans to reflect sea level rise. According to a description in the show’s catalog, “A wire figure on the base pushing the globe represents a man’s greed and mistreatment SEE ART EXHIBIT, B3

LILLEANE PEBBLES

‘Tipping Point Climate Change,’ by Lilleane Pebbles in consultation with Art Miller and Alexander Gershunov, features a 10-inch diameter sphere made from Nuvoloso marble selected by the artist in Carrara, Italy.

PEOPLE IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD

Meet community booster, gala-goer Kristi Pieper BY MARÍA JOSÉ DURÁN Editor’s Note: Welcome to La Jolla Light’s “People in Your Neighborhood” series, which shines a spotlight on notable locals we all wish we knew more about! Light staff is out on the town talking to familiar, friendly faces to bring you their stories. If you know someone you’d like us to profile, send the lead via e-mail to editor@lajollalight.com or call us at (858) 875-5950.

eal estate agent, volunteer, party organizer, bank teller, fahionista, mother and professional smiler Kristi Pieper can’t walk down a block on Girard Avenue without greeting some of her neighbors or high school friends. This whirlwind of blond, curly hair and leather high heels has been rocking the streets of La Jolla for five decades.

Where are you from?

“I’m born and raised in La Jolla. I was born

at the old Scripps Hospital. I went to La Jolla Presbyterian for preschool, Scripps Elementary for kindergarten, La Jolla Elementary, Muirlands Junior High and La Jolla High.”

What changes have you seen in La Jolla over the years?

“When I was growing up, we had five working elementary schools, we had four or five grocery stores, two of them along Girard Avenue. We didn’t even imagine that there would be a Westfield UTC Mall, in fact, when that was starting to be built along with the La Jolla Village Square Mall, we would think, ‘Where is that?’ It seemed so far away.”

Are you married? Got kids?

“Yes, I’m married and I have three kids, Dane (19), Drake (17) and Nan (16). Dane is a freshman in Santa Monica College. My SEE KRISTI PIEPER, B18

La Jolla resident Kristi Pieper at one of her favorite lookouts in Bird Rock.

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changes in the climate myself.”

of our planet.” The sculpture is one of more than 10 pieces that artists from California developed for the exhibit after dialogues with Scripps Institute of Oceanography (SIO) scientists who research climate change or related matters. In this case, the artist worked closely with scientists Art Miller and Alexander Gershunov, who acted as consultants for the exhibit. “To me, that piece looks like the planet is going to start rolling down a hill,” Gershunov said. “But to someone else, it might mean that humanity is holding the Earth, saving it from rolling down the hill. “We are on a tipping point of this geological age when humanity settled down and developed agriculture, complex society, history, science and everything that we enjoy about culture,” he continued. “And this climate period is coming to an end, because now humanity is becoming a major force in shaping the Earth’s environment, including climate.” Gershunov added that when humanity realizes what is happening, it will acquire the power to change this tendency. “And that’s why this collaboration is so important,” he concluded. Gershunov worked alongside curator Tatiana Sizonenko and La Jolla Historical Society executive director Heath Fox to create the “Weather on Steroids” show. The friendship between Sizonenko and Gershunov, both of Russian background, was the source of the idea for this exhibition. “Also,” Sizonenko said, “in the 13 years that I’ve lived in California, I’ve experienced the

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Sizonenko previously worked with Fox when he was Assistant Dean of Arts & Humanities at UC San Diego, and since the university is busy celebrating the 50th anniversary of its Visual Arts Department, the nearby La Jolla Historical Society became the perfect venue for the show. “La Jolla has many connections with SIO in different ways,” she added. For Fox, hosting the exhibit was a natural step in the evolution of the Historical Society’s art space. “History is not just about the past, it is also about understanding the past, informing the present and shaping the future. Our mission is to make the diverse past of La Jolla relevant for contemporary society, so La Jollans are informed when they make decisions today that are going to affect the future. “Science comes out of the laboratory and art work comes out of the studio, so this exhibit is an opportunity to provide a junction for those things so they can be communicated to the public,” he explained. The exhibit will feature the work of both scientists and artists, with panels about the science alongside the artwork. “Scientists usually work by consulting with other scientists,” Sizonenko said, suggesting that scientific knowledge is sometimes not easily available to the public. Gershunov added, “Some of these art works are more abstract than others. In some cases, it’s clear what the artist is trying to convey in a visual way; you can actually sort of feel it. So that’s the beauty of this collaboration, because art is accessible to everybody.”

because the conversation about climate change needs to go even further in our current political situation.” The name of the exhibit, Gershunov explained, is an analogy comparing the changes of climate caused by the greenhouse effect to how steroids modify an athlete’s performance. “There’s a great athlete who just won a competition, and you ask, ‘Did she win because she took steroids?’ It’s very difficult to answer that question, but if you look at her performance over the time she started taking them, you can see the effect of steroids.”

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Marcela Paz Luna Rossel’s ‘Dissolution,’ uses a female silhouette (predominant in her work) to mirror humanity, reflecting the shapes of the physical world on a map. The organizers agreed that there is a timeliness to the show. “The issues of climate change seem to be debated with more frequency and vigor in the public domain as time goes on,” Fox said. Sizonenko added, “I’m extremely happy

The participating artists, most of them from San Diego, include Tiersa Cosaert, Judit Hersko, Cheryl E. Leonard, Dana Montlack, Lilleane Peebles, Oscar Romo, Marcela Paz Luna Rossel, Eva Struble, Paul Turounet, Ruth Wallen and Allison Wiese. The SIO scientists involved include Michel Boudrias, Michael Dettinger, Alexander Gershunov, Kristen Guiguis, Ralph Keeling, Manfredi Manizza, Art Miller, Walter Munk, David Pierce, Richard Somerville and Shang-Ping Xie. After its La Jolla Historical Society run, the exhibit will move to the San Diego Central Library Gallery, downtown, June 10-Sept. 3. ■ IF YOU GO: “Weather on Steroids” will be on exhibit Saturday, Feb. 11 through Sunday, May 21 at Wisteria Cottage, 780 Prospect St. Public hours are noon-4 p.m. Thursday-Sunday. Admission is free. A reception for Historical Society members will be hosted Friday, Feb. 10. (858) 459-5335. lajollahistory.org

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The Museum of Contemporary Art’s La Jolla location is undergoing an extensive expansion and renovation project that will quadruple current gallery space, making room to show MCASD’s 4,700-piece collection of worldclass contemporary art on a consistent basis. During the closure, MCASD will continue to deliver high-quality exhibitions and programming at its Jacobs and Copley Buildings at MCASD Downtown, located at 1100 Kettner Blvd.

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Art of Elan takes the San Diego Museum of Art stage Jan. 31.

Jaehyo Lee’s ‘The Principles of Nature’ will be on display until Feb. 5.

Five Concerts to Catch

with Broadway singer Mary Munger Taylor, along with pianist Glenn Ward, Chris Duvall on bass, and Richard Sellers on drums who will take on Cole Porter, Irving Berlin and George Gershwin, plus a few new musical pals. Proceeds benefit the Eric Paredes Save a Life Foundation. Tickets $20 (with discounts). (917) 596-9359. bodhitreeconcerts.org

■ “Reactive Listening,” a concert by Art of Elan, will include the world premiere of a work commissioned by New York composer Ljova, whose beloved “Vjola Suite” will also be given a reprise, in addition to the Bax Oboe Quartet and the San Diego premiere of Missy Mazzoli’s “Dissolve, O My Heart” for solo violin, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 31 at San Diego Museum of Art, 1450 El Prado, Balboa Park. $50 (some discounts). (619) 692-2081. artofelan.org ■ The Athenaeum Music & Art Library’s 2016-2017 Chamber Concert series continues 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 3 with Michelle Cann and Zahari Metchkov on both of the Athenaeum’s Hamburg Steinways for a two-pianos-four-hands performance, 1008 Wall St. Tickets: $40-$45. (858) 454-5872. ljathenaeum.org/chamber-concert-series

A reception for ‘Fantasy of Asia’ is Jan. 29.

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‘Freaky Friday’ opens Jan. 31 at La Jolla Playhouse.

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■ An artist’s reception for “Fantasy of Asia” exhibit (on view at La Jolla Riford Library though April 29) is set for 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 29 at 7555 Draper Ave. See the work of Grace Chow, Stephanie Mast and Stella Ting — all three presenting brushstroke watercolors, some with deep roots in tradition and others will a modern twist. Free. (858) 552-1657. lajollalibrary.org ■ Renowned as a portrait photographer, Lynda Koolish’s

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■ La Jolla Rec Center will offer advanced bridge and dinner, with game play beginning at 5 p.m., and dinner at 7 p.m. monthly at 615 Prospect St. The game will have Chicago scoring with changes of opponents after every four hands. Sign up as a team or individually. Register early for this popular event. If you sign up without a partner, one will be assigned to you. Tickets from $10. (858) 552-1658. bit.ly/ljreccenter

‘Sex in the Sea’ will be discussed at La Jolla Library, Jan. 28.

Now Playing ■ It might open on a Tuesday, but “Freaky Friday” is coming to La Jolla Playhouse Jan. 31 through March 12, bringing to the stage the modern classic mother-daughter musical comedy, based on the novel of the same name by Mary Rodgers and the Disney motion picture. Thirsty Thursday (with beer tastings), Food Fridays (with food trucks) and Sonic Saturdays (with live music) precede weekly shows. Matinee and evenings, Mandell Weiss Theatre, La Jolla Playhouse, 2910 La Jolla Village Drive on UCSD campus. (858) 550-1010. lajollaplayhouse.org

Fishy Lecture ■ The La Jolla Riford Library and Warwick’s bookstore will present coral reef ecologist and author Marah Hardt discussing and signing her latest book, “Sex in the Sea,” 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 28 at the library, 7555 Draper Ave. Hardt is research co-director for the non-profit Future of Fish. Free. (858) 552-1657. lajollalibrary.org

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Arthropods All Around Library hosts first Big Science for Little People of 2017

hat are three things arthropods have in common? They all have exoskeletons, segmented bodies and jointed appendages. The young scientists who attended the Big Science for Little People, “Arthropods All Around,” presentation Jan. 20 at La

Jolla Library, learned these facts and more. Led by Living Coast Discovery Center educator and intern Aiyana Reissman, the dozens of children learned about how arthropods move, eat, shed their exoskeleton, fly and more, and got to meet some aquatic arthropods. The Library’s next Big Science for Little People will be 10 a.m. Friday, Feb. 17 at 7555 Draper Ave. The free event’s theme will be, “Budding Botanists.” (858) 552-1657. lajollalibrary.org/events — Ashley Mackin

Aiyana Reissman, an educator and intern at Living Coast Discovery Center, counts the number of legs on a spider to determine if it’s an insect (with six legs) or an arachnid (with eight legs).

Holly Russell sees what life looks like through a bug’s eyes.

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Camden Palkovic touches a live crayfish in a tub.

Noah Van Zeeland checks out some models of popular arthropods.

Ethan Palkovic holds a real-live arthropod, a shore-crab.

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League of Young Men donate U.S. flag to the library

he Class of 2017 of the La Jolla Chapter of the National League of Young Men (NLYM) recently presented an American flag to the La Jolla Riford Library in appreciation of the library’s support. NLYM regularly hosts meetings at the library and begins those meetings with the Pledge of Allegiance. “We are honored to present this flag to the library,” said 2017 Class President Dominick Wallace, who made the presentation. Librarian Harlynne Geisler accepted the gift on behalf of the library and thanked the Young Men not only for the flag but also for raising awareness about the library as a place for community gatherings. “We offer much more than books,” she pointed out. The NLYM was founded in May 2014 to provide young men an opportunity to serve their community while gaining valuable leadership skills, along with protocol knowledge and cultural experiences. It is open to young men and their mothers who reside in or attend school in the La Jolla ZIP code 92037. Membership requires at least 10 hours of service, as well as attendance at cultural events and meetings. For more details, visit nlymlajolla.org

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he La Jolla Riford Library’s latest art exhibit, “Fantasy of Asia,” opens with a free, public reception 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 29, and will remain on view through April 29. The Fantasy of Asia show highlights the work of three prominent, local artists: Grace Chow, Stephanie Mast and Stella Ting. All three present brushstroke watercolors, some with deep roots in tradition and others with a more modern twist. “In a continued effort to bring timely and meaningful art to the library and the community in general, and in conjunction

with Chinese New Year, we thought this would be an appropriate show to present at this time,” said Library Art Committee Chair Patricia Jasper Clark. She added that the goal of the art committee is to produce two or more library-sponsored exhibits annually that are presented by local art groups and regional artists. Admission is free during library hours, 12:30 to 5 p.m. Sunday; 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday; 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday at 7555 Draper Ave. (858) 552-1657. lajollalibrary.org — Ashley Mackin

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Tibetan instruments to create ‘Transformational Sound’ at Japanese Garden BY LONNIE BURSTEIN HEWITT For almost 20 years, Diane Mandle has been using Tibetan “singing bowls” to create waves of sound that soothe and awaken body, mind and spirit. A frequent presenter at the Chopra Center, the Golden Door and Rancho la Puerta, she will introduce her audience to her Himalayan soundscapes in a concert at the Japanese Friendship Garden in Balboa Park on Jan. 29. More than an ordinary concert, the event is billed as “an intense transformational sound immersion with Tibetan bowls, bells, planetary gong and percussion.” “When ancient instruments like Tibetan singing bowls are struck and ‘sung’ in specific rhythmic patterns, they create harmonic sound vibrations that impact the sympathetic nervous system and create a deep sense of peace and well-being,” said Mandle, an Encinitas resident who has traveled to Tibet, India and Nepal to gather instruments and deeper knowledge of the cultures that produce them. “The singing bowls are instruments of compassion that gently nudge us back into our memory of wholeness,” she explained. “Tibetan teachings stress the inter-relationship of all things and these sacred instruments encourage us out of our own small identities of self and into a higher state of consciousness and kindness. That’s their job.” Mandle was a holistic healing practitioner in Massachusetts when she first discovered Tibetan bowls at a health fair. “My first session with the bowls blew my mind,” she

said. “I began a course of study in Sacred Sound Workshops, and when I moved to California in 2000, I integrated sound healing into my practice.” Over time, she produced several CDs of singing bowl music, designed a multimedia course, “Ancient Sounds for a New Age: Introduction to Himalayan Sacred Sound Instruments,” and started a Tibetan Bowl Sound Healing School. She now has a large collection of instruments, and usually brings about 25 bowls to each concert, along with assorted bells, whistles, chimes, shakers, and a giant, deep-toned “planetary gong.” “My aim is to bring the audience into an alpha brain-wave state,” she said. “So I gauge the energy of the group, and work with what I pick up, improvising within a rhythmic structure.” The hour-long concert at the Japanese Garden’s indoor pavilion will be a fine chance to experience “transformational sound immersion,” and learn about the instruments that create it. For an additional outdoor experience of peace and well-being, you may want to come early and stroll through the gardens. ■ IF YOU GO: Tibetan Bowl & Gong Concert with Diane Mandle, 5-6 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 29 at Inamori Pavilion at Japanese Friendship Garden in Balboa Park, San Diego. Q&A will follow. Cost: $15 advance, $20 at door, plus $8-$10 to visit the gardens. Tickets: (619) 232-2722. Note: Chairs provided, or bring a mat to lie on, if you prefer. For more details, visit niwa.org

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Name that Food: An Interactive Quiz

efore going on vacation, my neighbor recently brought a bag of mysterious fruits and vegetables to my home so they wouldn’t go to waste. There were some vibrant pink pitaya or dragon fruits, ruby-fleshed Cara cara oranges, prehistoric-looking Romanesco broccoli, and a pear-shaped piece of produce with shiny, lumpy pale green rind. I’d never seen this variety before, and wasn’t even sure if it was a fruit or a vegetable. Determined to identify this edible odd ball, I went online, but wasn’t able to put a name to its face. A few days later while strolling through the produce aisle of a natural food market, I serendipitously ran into my unnamed gourd. Yes — a chayote squash of Mesoamerican origins and cucumber relative, I couldn’t wait to get my hands on this favorite fruit of Caribbean and Cajun cuisines so I could shred it into a slaw or bake this Vitamin C powerhouse with a pile of savory herbs and onions for a delicious side for wild-caught fish or chicken dishes. Mystery solved, here’s a line-up of both exotic and mainstream fruits and vegetables with their bios and nutritional profiles for you to guess their identities. Good luck! 1. This shriveled, scary-looking citron resembles a Halloween prop of gnarled

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add-in to smoothies, oatmeal, green or fruit salads, you’re sure to fall in love with ... ? 4. A licorice doppelganger, this Mediterranean vegetable rife with essential oils has been used throughout history for a variety of culinary and medicinal purposes. Shaved raw in salads, tossed in pastas, cioppinos, soups, stews, risottos, or braised or baked au gratin with a zesty Parmesan-lemon crust, this bulbous plant also relieves assorted digestive and respiratory ails and anemia, along with protecting the eyes from inflammation and age-related disorders. Used in teas and flavoring mints, toothpastes and a green-tinted spirit called absinthe, cheers to ... ? 5. On the culinary radar of top chefs coast-to-coast this gnarly tuber and member of the sunflower family is commonly known by two names — one with an old Israeli city in its nomenclature. The presence of an inert carb called inulin has also earned it the moniker, “potato for diabetics.” Enjoy these North American beauties year round for their delicate nutty flavor and silky texture. Ideal baked into crispy chips, roasted, mashed, pickled or pureed for soups or sauces, or sliced raw in slaws, bean salads or crudités, my name is ... ? Using one of the exciting mystery foods above, here’s a simple and elegant recipe to chase away the winter blues. For answers to the quiz, check out next week’s column.

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LA JOLLA GEMS OF THE WEEK

Hoofers Take Note! “DANCE – An Illustrated History,” by Helene Andreu, is a winner in the Performing Arts category of the 2016 International Book Awards. It presents the influence of peoples’ beliefs, cultures and lifestyles, as well as the functions of dance, in various societies through the ages. The many illustrations emphasize not only dance, but also the costumes and the artists of the various periods and locations. Author Andreu, a dancer, teacher and choreographer, received her M.A. in Dance from Columbia University. Available from bookstore.authorhouse.com

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True or False? 2017 will be the Year of the Rooster, according to the Chinese zodiac. True. Each year at the turn of the lunisolar Chinese calendar, celebrants gather for a festival that remains one of the most significant social and economic holidays for those of Chinese descent. According to history.com, Chinese New Year is a time to honor household and heavenly deities and ancestors. It’s also a spring festival in which people pray for a good harvest and spend time with family and friends.

It’s unclear when Chinese New Year celebrations originated in China, but some historians believe it evolved from the year-end religious ceremony during the Shang Dynasty (1766 to 1122 BCE). Others date it back even further. The Spring Festival, known as Chinese New Year in the western hemisphere, is an official public holiday in China. Many Chinese people will have seven days off from work to celebrate. In addition to fireworks, dragon dances and ancestor worship are part of many celebrations. Snacks and other foods not typically consumed the rest of the year are offered. Red, of course, is a primary color for decorating and celebrating as it’s considered to be a lucky color. Red lanterns are hung, and red images of prosperity are posted on official buildings.

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GenerateHope director of programs Susan Munsey (third from left) said the $32,000 grant will buy a transit wagon for transporting people to the grocery store, doctors appointments and more. She is joined by Jewel Ball co-chairs Kelley Albence and Maureen Weber, and chair Kathryn Gayner.

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Jorie Fischer is chairing the 2017 Jewel Ball, themed ‘Taking Flight.’

Las Patronas presents $1 million-plus to San Diego non-profits Group celebrates series of ‘firsts’ at onset of its 71st year BY ASHLEY MACKIN n honor of its 71st anniversary, the La Jolla-based women’s philanthropy group, Las Patronas, celebrated a couple of other firsts at its Beneficiary Luncheon on Jan. 18 at The Marine Room. The event was set to present its 2016 grantees with portions of the more than $1 million raised during the Jewel Ball, Shangri-La. But in addition to hearing from and giving checks to 10 San Diego non-profits, Las Patronas announced its first Legacy Grant, distributed its first “history book,” and for the first time, bestowed La Jolla Light with its Spirit of Giving award. “You might think our favorite day on the Las Patronas calendar is the famous First Saturday in August, when we get to see the fruits of our efforts producing the Jewel Ball. Or you might think our favorite day is two days after the Jewel Ball, when we get to get some sleep,” said 2017 president Leigh Plesniak. “But I know I speak for the entire membership when I say that today is our absolutely favorite day in Las Patronas. Today is the day we get to enjoy the reward and distribute the Ball proceeds to our carefully selected major beneficiaries.”

Legacy Grant

In addition to the checks distributed, Las Patronas gave away its first Legacy Grant to the Big Sister League of San Diego. “We have the honor and privilege to be able to present the first grant that has been funded by the Las Patronas Endowment,” Plesniak said. “The Endowment was created in 1990 and it’s been growing ever since. The intention is to provide a sustainable long-term source of income through estate planning, bequests and direct donations. We’ve gotten to a place where we can start funding small grants with the proceeds from the Endowment.” Its first recipient, the Big Sister League will use the grant to purchase a refrigerator and frost-free freezer for its transitional housing facility. Antonia Lawrence, representing the League, explained that the organization formed in the 1940s to assist women who were jailed for violating curfew laws of the time — mostly visiting women hoping to see their boyfriends and husbands

in military service. The League purchased a house on Front Street to provide them with shelter. Now, the organization owns and uses two houses to fulfill its mission. “While we do purchase a lot of our food for our residents, we rely on the Food Bank and Feeding San Diego to obtain a lot of our food. Proper refrigeration and freezer space is vital to keeping it safe,” Lawrence said. “We are sincerely grateful to be the first recipient of the Las Patronas Legacy Grant, which has allowed us to purchase a refrigerator and freezer to replace those that are long past their useful life.”

A ‘History’ book

In another first, Las Patronas distributed a photo book, chronicling the organization’s 70-year history. “It was a joint effort between advisory members, active members and beneficiaries,” said 2016 Jewel Ball chair Kathryn Gayner. “But there is one in particular without whom we could not have done it, and that is Lydia McNeil. It was a joy and only made possible by the generous underwriting of Scripps Health.” In addition to the checks and awards given out that day, each recipient received a copy of the book.

Spirit of Giving

Among the proud owners of the book is La Jolla Light, recipient of the Spirit of Giving Award. In presenting the award, 2016 president Lisa Betyar said, “Each year, Las Patronas seeks to recognize an organization or individual that has consistently supported the efforts and the interests of Las Patronas. They must share similar cares, concerns and community values as those of Las Patronas. In this regard, we are proud to recognize the La Jolla Light with the 2016 Spirit of Giving Award.” Noting recent awards won at the San Diego Press Club, Betyar called Executive Editor Susan DeMaggio “a visionary editor with a flair for community journalism” and said reporter Ashley Mackin “has attended so many of our events and has done such a beautiful job writing articles and taking equally beautifully photos.” She noted in particular the Light’s “Purpose-Driven Pastime” article from February 2016, which recapped the group’s 70 years of service.

More than a million given away

The luncheon was capped by the distribution of grants from the 2016 Jewel Ball to 10 major beneficiaries in excess of $20,000 each. Twenty-one minor grants were also given, in amounts of $20,000 or less.

Gayner, and her Jewel Ball co-chairs Maureen Weber and Kelley Albence, distributed checks and let representatives from each organization speak about their causes. These included Birch Aquarium, Episcopal Community Services, Generate Hope, Girl Scouts of San Diego-Imperial County, The Jacobs Center for Neighborhood Innovation, the Maritime Museum Association of San Diego, New Haven Youth & Family Services, Rebuilding Together San Diego, Serving Seniors and Sharp HealthCare Foundation. For example, The Jacobs Center for Neighborhood innovation will use its $53,000 grant to purchase an automated silkscreen press for their youth workforce development program. The Maritime Museum Association of San Diego will use its $32,000 for materials for the re-decking of Star of India’s weather deck. “The Star of India is the jewel of the Maritime collection of ships and one of our City’s most viable and treasured landmarks. Current leakage of the upper decks is seeping into the ship’s iron hull. If not stopped, it will ultimately destroy the ship. Re-decking will secure its integrity for years to come,” said Weber. Rebuilding Together San Diego, which provides home repairs for low-income families, will use its $34,000 gift for a box truck for delivery and pickup of construction material and storage. Executive director Cheryl Keenan said, “We have a program where families want to take in foster children, but their homes are not adequate, so we come in and fix what Social Services says needs to be fixed. We are helping a family right now, who had a drunk driver plow through their house. The mother is raising five children and the driver took out their kitchen and bathroom, so we were able to fix that up for them. “We have an average of five homes or projects going at a time and one truck, so with this truck we can (do much more).”

Jewel Ball 2017

Hoping to raise even more money in 2017, Jewel Ball chair Jorie Fisher (whose grandmother was a founding member of Las Patronas) discussed “Taking Flight,” the Jewel Ball set for Aug. 5 at La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club. “We cannot wait to take everyone on a nostalgic journey from terminal to takeoff first class,” she said. “We look forward to welcoming you all aboard, so sit back, relax and enjoy the tradition of giving.” ■ Want to Know More? Visit laspatronas.org

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Lesslie Keller, CEO of Episcopal Community Services accepts $38,000 and explains that the grant will be used for a passenger van to transport clients in their homeless services programs to doctor’s visits, food banks and social service appointments.

Serving Seniors’ Laurie Gremmil and CEO Paul Downey said they will use the $37,000 granted to them for a Combi oven to assist with the 580,000 meals distributed each year.

Sherry Macelli, 2016 Las Patronas vice-president

La Jolla Light executive editor Susan DeMaggio accepts the 2016 Spirit of Giving Award from Lisa Betyar.

Birch Aquarium’s Michelle Bart and Harry Helling accept from 2016 Jewel Ball chair Kathryn Gayner, $49,000 for an outreach van equipped with life support systems to transport animals for school and public outreach programs.

Antonia Lawrence of the Big Sisters League of San Diego accepts the first Legacy Grant.

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The cast of ‘Come From Away’ will give a concert performance of the Broadway-bound musical at the La Jolla Playhouse Gala Feb. 4.

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La Jolla-born, Broadway-bound musical back for gala night BY LONNIE BURSTEIN HEWITT At 9:26 a.m. on Sept. 11, 2001, just after the Twin Towers attacks, the FAA shut down its airspace, forcing 4,000 planes to land at the nearest airport. Flights coming in from Europe were diverted to Canada; 38 of them landed in Gander, Newfoundland, a small town of less than 10,000 people, who ended up hosting almost 7,000 displaced, diverse and anxious strangers for almost a week. This was the seed for the story of “Come from Away,” a musical that had its world

premiere at La Jolla Playhouse in the summer of 2015 and now, after super-successful runs in Seattle, Washington, D.C. and Toronto, is about to open on Broadway, with previews beginning Feb. 18. But first, for one night only, it’s making a special re-appearance here on Feb. 4, in a concert performance at the Playhouse’s 2017 gala at the Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina on Harbor Drive. The musical is the work of Irene Sankoff and David Hein, a husband-and-wife writing

team from Toronto who originally workshopped it at the Canadian Music Theatre Project, an encouraging home for the development of new musicals. Based on hundreds of interviews with folks from Gander and “come from aways” — the local term for non-Newfoundlanders — the play features 12 actors in multiple roles and a heartwarming message: that in the very worst of times, ordinary people may rise to their very best. Helming it all is Christopher Ashley,

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children are all of diversity, I adopted them at birth, and then got married when they were ages 3, 2 and 4 months. My boys are both from Hawaii and my daughter was born in Sacramento. I also have animals, a dog rescued from the Humane Society, a duck named Patty, and two cats.”

Do you like music?

“I love music. I’m kind of the rock ‘n’ roll type of girl. I missed my calling by being rock star, not that I can sing, but to be a groupie with a rock star. Back in the day, I loved Led Zeppelin, Jethro Tull, Van Halen, Metallica … My oldest son, Dan, is a fantastic guitar player and he loves rock ‘n’ roll, too. The first concert I took him to was Van Halen. I secretly wanted to go and I needed somebody to go with me (laughs). I love concerts. I’ve gone to Coachella and Kaaboo. But my daughter is really into hip hop and rap, so on the other spectrum, I go to concerts with Drake and Rihanna … and I enjoy those, too, because it’s a whole different kind of genre.”

Where in La Jolla do you live? “Bird Rock.”

Tell me about your professional life.

“I started off in retail because I love fashion. I was a part of the JC Penny Board of Fashion when I was in high school and I thought, ‘I’ll just be a fashion buyer and move to New York and get clothes for people all the time!’ I loved doing that, but I realized going on to college, that you really have to be a business major and do accounting and a lot of other things, other than just running off and thinking you’re a stylist and you’ve got it all going on. So I went into banking for a bit, I worked for San Diego Trust & Savings downtown, and it was really exciting. It was in the ‘old boys club’ ... the business world. I was young, just graduated from college and it was great. But then I got robbed at gunpoint on the job, and I thought, ‘Maybe this bank business is not for me.’ An opportunity came up to work within my family with my brother, so I took over all his secretarial and paralegal duties in the late 1980s into the ’90s. But our family had always been into real state, so one by one, I started acquiring small apartment buildings. Then, I did the management and physical labor of working on those, got to know amazing contractors and hold onto that for 20-plus years. As the kids were getting older, I was handling everything for my family trust, at the same time working with the rental apartments. I wanted to spend more time with my passions — fundraising and volunteering — and with my kids. I chose to back off some family things, and center more on things I wanted to do. I diversified my own business, so now I have some condos in La Jolla, and some property in Big Bear and the desert.

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What is your volunteer work like?

What’s something most people don’t know about you? “When I go to the movies, I like having a big bag of popcorn and I’m a little tough on sharing. I put butter and jalapeños on top so the jalapeños drain onto the popcorn and I have the sweet, buttery, savory ... and popcorn at the same time. It’s a guilty pleasure I really enjoy.

“I love it. I probably learned it from my parents because they were very inspirational, they volunteered quite a bit. I have five charities that I’m very passionate about — Meals on Wheels, Rady Children’s Hospital, Saint Madeleine’s Sophie Center, the Humane Society and Balboa Park — which is my prime focus this year because I’m chairing their Patrons of the Prado gala in July. There’s nothing more amazing than having underserved children come to our museums and look at everything. I feel like I have the cultural, the animals, the elderly, the children and those who suffer with disabilities, covered and I’m passionate about all of them.”

“I love everything that’s very spicy ... curry, Mexican food ... anything that has a sweet or savory bite to it. We have such a luxury of fabulous restaurants here in La Jolla. Instead of going out for a big meal, though, I like going out for happy hour or lunch, so when it comes around dinner time, I like catching something a little lighter. I’m a big salad-eater, but I’m not vegetarian or gluten-free or any of that.”

What do you do for fun?

How do you like to dress?

“That’s my fun. I love being with friends, but I love doing what I do ... parties and being a part of their planning. I love walking with friends or with my dog and trying new restaurants. My favorite thing to do is to go out to lunch because I can try different places and still get back and pick up my daughter from school (laughs). I’m a real pick-up

What do you like to eat?

“I try to keep stylish. I feel like I’m age-appropriate, but I do like leather and things that are a little bit more revealing sometimes. I try to do something that’s flavored to whatever event I’m doing. I like the rock star look (laughs). In clothing, I like to have a little bit of an edge, whether it’s the cut, or the length, or the shoes.”

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‘Artistic’ photos of families sought for juried exhibit at La Jolla Library The La Jolla Library Art Gallery committee is preparing for its next one-subject exhibit, “FAMILIES: A Juried Show of Photographs,” and is seeking participants. “We hope this photo show (our third) gains interested new and past photographers with what we hope is a uniting and positive exhibit!” said committee member Arlene Powers. “Note the deadline for submissions is April 14.” “FAMILIES: A Juried Show of Photographs,” will be displayed in the library this summer. The art committee is challenging photographers to take the subject “families” and create an image that represents that idea within their own personal context. “Families exist in broad interpretations from a pet rabbit adopted by a cat to a night shift group of dedicated nurses or a neighborhood established over the years,” the committee suggests. “Photographers may submit up to five images for the show, black-and-white or color — no smaller than 8x10 or larger than 30x40.” All accepted photos must be framed simply in black or wood frames. Participating artists must live, work or exhibit within San Diego County and their submissions must have been created within

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ending a long battle with cancer. The many worlds of Killea — U.S. foreign relations, state and local government, community leadership — all intersected in her doctoral degree from the UC San Diego. Last year, the San Diego Rotary Club 33 named Killea “Mrs. San Diego 2016.” She was inducted into the San Diego County

California State Assembly member Todd Gloria (D-San Diego) introduced of his first bill: legislation to increase transparency in local elections by raising reporting requirements for campaign committees, responding to efforts by corporate special interests to repeal San Diego’s minimum wage ordinance. Assembly Bill (AB) 187 will require general purpose committees formed to support multiple state candidates or ballot measures to also file a disclosure form with the California Secretary of State each time a total contribution of $5,000 or more is made toward local initiatives or referendums. “Decisions made at the local level can have a much greater effect on the day-to-day lives of residents and they all have a right to know the individuals and special interests that fund campaigns for and against candidates and ballot measures. By passing AB 187, we will better empower voters to make decisions when they step into the ballot box,” Gloria stated. During his service on the San Diego City Council, Gloria introduced similar disclosure requirements for local campaign committees after corporate special interests successfully funded a referendum effort against local legislation such as City of San Diego’s Minimum Wage and Earned Sick Leave Ordinance, the Barrio Logan Community Plan, and others. Before Assembly member Gloria’s local ordinance was approved, voters were unable to learn who funded either side of a referendum effort until the referendum process concluded. Voters eventually passed the Minimum Wage and Earned Sick Leave Ordinance in June by almost two-thirds. AB 187 will remain in print for 30 days for public inspection and then referred to the appropriate policy committee for consideration.

State wastewater projects to get $95M The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a bump in federal funding for wastewater projects in California of $95 million. The funds, destined to upgrade the state’s infrastructure and reduce water pollution, will be channeled through the California’s Clean Water State Revolving Loan Fund, which provides low interest

loans and subsidies for local projects. “The EPA estimates that $271 billion is needed to address the nation’s aging and failing wastewater infrastructure, of which $26 billion is needed in California,” the federal agency said in a press release.

Courts offer student civics contest “Not to Be Forgotten: Legal Lessons of the Japanese Internment” is the theme of the 2017 Ninth Circuit Civics Contest, an essay and video competition open to students in grades 9-12 with prizes of $1,000, $500 and $250 for the top three finishers in both the writing and video competitions. The contest is sponsored by the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California and the Courts and Community Committee of the Judicial Council of the Ninth Circuit. Students in San Diego and Imperial counties may enter. The deadline is 11:59 p.m. April 16. For more information, visit ca9.uscourts.gov/civicscontest or call (619) 557-7824. Local winners will be announced in May, circuit winners in June.

Shipworms expert will speak at Scripps As part of the Scripps Institution of Oceanography Natural Products Affinity Group (NPAG) lecture series, Margo Haygood Ph.D, will speak 4:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 27 at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, Hubbs Hall, off Biological Grade. Haygood studied at Scripps from 1977 to 1979 and 1981 to 1984, and returned as an assistant professor 1987-1995, associate professor 1995-2002 and professor 2002-2006. Her research (and Jan. 27 lecture) focuses on the ecology and chemistry of shipworms, a class of organism that burrows into wood hulls on ships and destroys them, said Bill Fenical, who organized the lecture. “We learned Margo was going to be in town from Utah, so we invited her to speak,” he said. “While the NPAG is for those interested in the chemistry of natural products, I think most people could take something away from the talk.” The lecture is free and open to all. npag.ucsd.edu

Heavy rain messes with park trails Have you ever tried to go for a hike after it rains only to find the trail is closed and wondered why? It’s because maintenance crews need time to properly patch potholes to preserve them. “Some of the best trails in San Diego go next to a water source,” explains Park Ranger Alex Wild. “Those trails also come with a risk because in the rain, they get flooded.” Filming at the Los Penasquitos Canyon Preserve, Wild shows how the parks patches up flooded areas and explains why it’s so important to stay out of a park when it’s closed because of the weather. For up-to-date details on trail closures and improvement projects, visit sdparks.org

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new year of friendships is beginning at the La Jolla Newcomers Club, with people arriving in the 90237 ZIP code, meeting each other through the Club’s numerous diverse events. Choose among lunch socials, book clubs, hiking, walking, Mah Jongg games, finance gatherings, golfing, happy hours, wine socials and more getting-acquainted activities to meet other newcomers. There’s still time to join the whale-watching excursion in February. For more information, visit lajollanewcomers.org — Nancy Pfleg

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Newcomers having coffee at April’s on Girard Marketplace in La Jolla, Dec. 9, include Betty and Lee Merwin, Kiki Banks, Rich Wolf and Elizabeth Margolis.

Newcomers recently visited the Veterans Museum in Balboa Park. Front: Judy Pruett, Terry McAnally, Sheldon Margolis, Nancy Koch, Ina Thompson. Middle: Lee and Betty Merwin, Lynne McClain, Linda Karelis, Olga Fabrick, Elizabeth Margolis. Back: Helen Kaufmann, Tim McClain, Kathleen Liss, Tom Gruber, Alan McAnally, Steve Pruett, Richard Wolf

Andrea Shapiro, Sheila Dershowitz, Linda Karelis and Karen Goodman at a wine social, Dec. 16 at the home of John and Barbara Pollock

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Avoiding Relapse during the Holidays This time of year is meant to be joyous for many people, but unfortunately, the holidays can bring on more stress and emotional turmoil than tidings of comfort and joy. Family expectations can be trying, even in relatively good relationships, and there is also the added strain of ﬁnancial obligations as gifts and travel are a part of the social expectations of the holidays. But this season is even harder for the recovering addict. Every day for the recovering addict is work, a ﬁght against the addiction that tempts the recovering addict with easement or escape. Though patients in addiction

recovery understand the guilt as well as the consequences of relapse, that doesn’t make the work easier; sobriety isn’t instant, and it’s not magical, and life won’t be perfect as soon as the substance is removed from the life of the patient in addiction recovery. Therefore, it’s important to go into the holiday stretch with a solid game plan (though this is far from a game). Think about what you would do in any given situation you may ﬁnd yourself in during this holiday season and actually go through the practice of rehearsing your responses. Visualize yourself saying no to relapse and saying yes to your sobriety. First, remember that life won’t be perfect. Don’t try to trick yourself into a perfect or magical holiday season. It will be essential not to build yourself up for a letdown. Instead, focus on how good sobriety feels, and really plant that as a sort of mantra in your head. Make a visual note to remind yourself, daily and even frequently during the day, that sobriety makes you feel good. To be sober today means you won’t carry the guilt of relapse tomorrow. But focus on “today.”

Next, know your triggers. These come in different forms. Triggers can be your family. If you have relationships that trigger stress and are emotionally toxic, maybe stay clear of those people during this holiday season. Sometimes this isn’t as easy, and you may be forced to be around family members with whom you disagree or with whom you have a complicated history. Being sober won’t change this. What you can do instead of taking their bait is to make a plan in advance to not get riled up in the same way you did before. They may get to you; you don’t have to get back at them, and absolutely avoid any behavior that may become manipulative. You can also limit the amount of time you spend with family members who bring out the worst in you; if there are expectations to show up, show up and have a backup plan for getting yourself away from the toxic triggers. Maybe you always planned to leave early and go somewhere else. Another trigger is the substance. If it’s alcohol, holiday parties are ﬁlled with alcohol. This is the challenge, and there are a

couple of ways to cope with this. On one hand, arrange for an activity that doesn’t involve a group of people sitting around just to talk. Oftentimes, drinking comes out of boredom or complacency, as people often use alcohol to ﬁll their hands and the dead spaces in the conversation. But people are also much more likely to be led into alternate activities to get in holiday visitation time; these can include decorating, cooking, watching movies, or you can do plenty of outdoor activities to get yourself away from toxic domestic rituals that involve a substance. On the other hand, make a plan in case you run into old friends who foster or encourage relapse, or an ex who may be an emotional trigger, or any interaction that may lead to an old craving. Column continued at http://www.lajollalight.com/ourcolumns/sponsored-columnists/ sd-avoiding-relapse-during-holidayssponsored-column-20161222-story. html

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MARIO DURANDISSE on behalf of a minor AIDEN COHEN-DURRANDISSE for a change of name ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR A CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 37-2017-00000821-CU-PT-CTL TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS PETITION OF: REBECCA COHEN and MARIO DURANDISSE on behalf of minor AIDEN COHENDURRANDISSE filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Present Name : AIDEN MAKAI COHEN-DURRANDISSE to Proposed Name: AIDEN MAKAI DURANDISSE. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING Date: Feb. 24, 2017 Time: 9:30am Dept: 46 The address of the court is: 220 W. Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: La Jolla Light Date: Jan. 10, 2017 Jeffrey B. Barton Judge of the Superior Court LJ2302. Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 2017

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No.: 2017-000738 Fictitious Business Name(s): a. La Jolla Gi Hospitalists - A Medical Corporation Located at: 10681 Village Haven Trail, Suite 119, San Diego, CA 92130, San Diego County. Registered Owners Name(s): a. La Jolla Gi Hospitalists - A Medical Corporation, 10681 Village Haven Trail, suite 119, San Diego, CA 92130, California. This business is conducted by: a Corporation. The first day of business has not yet started . This statement was filed with Ernest J. Dronenburg, Jr., Recorder / County Clerk of San Diego County on 01/10/2017. H. Jurgen Lenz, President. LJ2304. Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 2017 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No.: 2017-000654 Fictitious Business Name(s): a. Willmus Weddings Located at: 4010 Sorrento Valley Blvd., #400, San Diego, CA 92121, San Diego County. Registered Owners Name(s): a. Heather Willm, 161 La Varona Place, Escondido, CA 92025. b. Christophe Willm, 161 La Varona Place, Escondido, CA 92025. This business is conducted by: a Married Couple. The first day of business was 01/01/2017. This statement was filed with Ernest J. Dronenburg, Jr., Recorder / County Clerk of San Diego County on 01/09/2017. Heather Willm. LJ2303. Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 2017 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO 330 W. Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 PETITIONER(S): REBECCA COHEN and MARIO DURANDISSE on behalf of a

SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO 330 W. Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 PETITION OF: TING WEI LIN for change of name. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR A CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER:

100 - LEGAL NOTICES NUMBER: CASE 37-2016-00045172-CU-PT-CTL TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS Petitioner(S): TING WEI LIN filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Present Name : TING WEI LIN to Proposed Name: TIM LIN THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING Date: Feb. 10, 2017 Time: 9:30am Dept: 46 The address of the court is: 220 West

address of the court is: 220 West Broadway San Diego, CA 92101. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: La Jolla Light Date: Dec. 23, 2016 Jeffrey B. Barton Judge of the Superior Court LJ2294. Jan 12, 19, 26, Feb. 2, 2017

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Don’t get stuck with Medicare late fees BY GREG DILL This past holiday season, I found myself in line at the airport counter, waiting to check a bag prior to a flight to visit family and friends. The gentlemen in front of me got frustrated when the customer agent said he had to pay more to check a bag because he hadn’t paid for it online beforehand. I could relate to his irritation since I’d had a similar experience years ago. But I was late for my plane and hoped the situation would be remedied soon. After talking to a manager and reviewing the terms of the ticket purchase, the man paid the extra fee. The rest of us in line sighed quiet relief as the clock ticked down to our departure times. The gentleman’s reaction made me think of a Medicare beneficiary I encountered a while back. He’d decided not to enroll in Medicare Part B, which helps pay for doctor fees, outpatient treatment and preventive-care services, when he was first eligible. At the time he declined his Part B benefits, he was in good health. He rarely saw a doctor, didn’t take prescription drugs, and never had been admitted to a hospital. Part B carries a monthly premium (about $109 for most people in 2017), and the man didn’t think he should pay for something he didn’t need. Several years later, his health declined and he wanted Part B. He signed up in March but learned that his coverage wouldn’t start until July. And since he waited five years to enroll after he was initially eligible (and didn’t have job-based insurance during that time), he discovered that he’d have to pay a late penalty equal to 50 percent of his monthly premium. He was very surprised, to say the least. He reached out to Medicare to reduce the penalty, but unfortunately we couldn’t do anything to help. When the beneficiary turned down Part B five years earlier, he signed a document explaining the penalty and the potential for higher costs. He now must pay this surcharge on his Part B premium for as long as he has Part B.

Why does Medicare have such penalties?

Like private insurance, Medicare spreads its costs across a “pool” of insured people that includes both those who are healthy and those with medical problems.

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Late-enrollment penalties are meant to ensure that people join the risk pool when they’re healthy, not just when they get sick. Thus, premiums paid by healthy people help offset the costs of those who with illnesses, keeping the program’s overall expenses as low as possible for everyone. Late-enrollment penalties can add up. Your Part B premium may go up 10 percent for each full 12-month period that you could’ve had Part B but didn’t sign up for it. (You don’t usually pay a late penalty if you defer Part B while you’re covered by employer insurance.) So please remember: If you don’t sign up for Part B when you’re first eligible, you may have to pay the late penalty for as long as you have Part B. Late penalties also apply to Medicare Part A, which covers hospitalization. Although the vast majority of people with Medicare don’t pay for Part A, those who do must sign up when they’re first eligible or face a potential penalty. You can also get hit with a penalty for late enrollment in Medicare Part D, which helps pay for prescription drugs. The way it’s calculated is more complicated than Part B, but this penalty can add up, too. For details, see the 2017 Medicare & You handbook, mailed to every person with Medicare in the fall. It’s also online at medicare.gov/pubs/pdf/10050-Medicare-and-You.pdf Or call, toll free, any time of day or night, at 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227).

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were over 6.5 percent higher. Condo and townhome sale prices were up slightly in December, but for the entire year rose by more than 7 percent. Unfortunately, the supply of resale homes on the market slipped to 1.5 months. (Five to six months is considered a healthy level.) In 2016, the region’s homes were on the market an average of 33 days before close of escrow, compared to 39 days for the year 2015. In December, the ZIP codes in San Diego County with the most single-family home sales were: 92064 (Poway) with 46. 92028 (Fallbrook) with 45. 91977 (Spring Valley) with 43. 92009 (Carlsbad Southeast) with 41. 92027 (Escondido East) with 40. The most expensive property sold in the county in December was a 3,500-square-foot, 5-bedroom, 4-bath oceanfront estate in Del Mar, built in 2004, with a price of $18 million.

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Nominations open for entrepreneur awards Company founders, leaders of multi-generational family businesses and CEOs of transformational public and private companies can be nominated for the 2017 Entrepreneur of the Year (EOY) award. The deadline for the 2017 free-of-charge nominations is Friday, March 10. Self-nominations are encouraged. The worldwide program has been honoring success in innovation, financial performance and personal commitment for 31 years. According to a press release, the 2016 class of EOY winners collectively employed 482,000 people. The San Diego awards gala will take place Monday, June 12 at the Fairmount Grand Del Mar, 5300 Grand Del Mar Court. To EN PM OP 1-4 T SA

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Scientists: 2016 world’s warmest recorded year CNN has reported that 2016 was officially the Earth’s warmest since record-keeping began in the 1880s. That’s a global heat record for the third year in a row, the World Meteorological Organization announced, last week. To come up with their figures, the WMO combined global temperature records from various sources, including NOAA, NASA, the UK Met Office and the European weather and climate center ECMWF. ■ Have a La Jolla news tip? E-mail details (and a related, high-resolution photo if possible) to editor@lajollalight.com or call (858) 875-5950.

1857 CAMINITO VELASCO, LA JOLLA, CA 92037 $1,999,998-$2,199,998

Amazing ocean and canyon views, privacy and serenity are yours to enjoy in this highly sought after home. This unique home in La Jolla Summit exudes style and comfortable living. The kitchen was completely remodeled and the layout was redesigned. Decks remodeled and expanded to enjoy the panoramic views. Located at the end of cul-de-sac and around the corner from the complex amenities, including pools, tennis courts, fitness room and clubhouse.

FELICITY HUNTER

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858.444.5973

CalBRE #02018679

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$1,250,000 4BD / 3.5BA

1399 CAMINITO ARRIATA, LA JOLLA KAREN HICKMAN, PACIFIC SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY

SUN 1 P.M. - 4 P.M. 858-459-4300

$1,549,000 2BD / 2BA

1039 COAST BLVD #A, LA JOLLA DAVE FINBURGH, BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES

SUN 1 P.M. - 4 P.M. 619-894-9000

$1,595,000 3BD / 3BA

7355 DRAPER, LA JOLLA DAVID CASTLE, PACIFIC SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY

SUN 1 P.M. - 4 P.M. 858-414-2664

$1,725,000 3BD / 3.5BA

7901 AVENIDA KIRJAH, LA JOLLA BARBARA LEINENWEBER, COLDWELL BANKER RESIDENTIAL

SAT 1 P.M. - 4 P.M. 619-981-0002

$1,725,000 3BD / 3.5BA

7901 AVENIDA KIRJAH, LA JOLLA AMY SIMON, COLDWELL BANKER RESIDENTIAL

SUN 1 P.M. - 4 P.M. 619-851-4084

$2,250,000-$2,450,000 1635 CALLE CANDELA, LA JOLLA 4BD / 3BA JUSTIN RUTHERFORD, TORREY GROVE REAL ESTATE

• 4 bed, 4 bath, office, single level • Fabulous whitewater views from all rooms • Large deck & yard • Pets OK • Long-term lease for $10,000 per month • La Jolla Shores

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1814 CAMINITO ASCUA, LA JOLLA SAT & SUN 1 P.M. - 4 P.M. GINA HIXSON & ELAINE ROBBS, BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES 858-405-9100

$1,999,998-$2,199,998 1857 CAMINITO VELASCO, LA JOLLA 4BD / 3.5BA FELICITY HUNTER, COASTAL PREMIER PROPERTIES

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Peter & Judy Corrente

$950,000 3BD / 2BA

858.354.8455 C orrentes92037@gmail.com www.lajollacahomes.com

Peter CA BRE # 00389337 Judy CA BRE # 00848593

The Brett Dickinson Team cordially invites you to our

OPEN HOUSE WEEKEND in La Jolla 412 Marine St l 7160 Encelia Dr l 7029 Avenida Kirjah

The Brett Dickinson Team CalBRE: #01714678

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SAT 1 P.M. - 4 P.M. 858-444-5973 SUN 11:30 A.M. - 4 P.M. 858-245-7227

$2,349,000 4BD / 4.5BA

7929 AVENIDA KIRJAH, LA JOLLA SAT & SUN 1 P.M. - 4 P.M. THE BRETT DICKINSON TEAM, PACIFIC SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY858-822-9699

$2,495,000 3BD / 4BA

5779 LA JOLLA CORONA DRIVE, LA JOLLA TEAM CHODOROW, BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES

$2,895,000 6BD / 5.5BA

6638 AVENIDA DE LAS PESCAS, LA JOLLA JOHN DUVAL, OWNER

$3,090,000 4BD / 4.5BA

1555 SOLEDAD AVENUE, LA JOLLA TEAM CHODOROW, BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES

$3,200,000 3BD / 3.5BA

412 MARINE STREET, LA JOLLA SAT & SUN 1 P.M. - 4 P.M. THE BRETT DICKINSON TEAM, PACIFIC SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY858-822-9699

$3,295,000 5BD / 4.5BA

7695 HILLSIDE DR, LA JOLLA THURS 12 P.M.-3 P.M., SAT 11 A.M.-4 P.M., SUN 1 P.M.-4 P.M. MAXINE & MARTI GELLENS, BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES 858-551-6630

$3,880,000 4BD / 6BA

1395 PARK ROW, LA JOLLA SAT & SUN 1 P.M. - 4 P.M. MAXINE & MARTI GELLENS, BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES 858-551-6630

$3,950,000-$4,550,000 337 BANDERA ST, LA JOLLA 4BD / 6BA MARC LIPSCHITZ, CANTER BROKERAGE

SAT & SUN 1 P.M. - 4 P.M. 858-456-6850 SUN 1 P.M. - 4 P.M. 858-459-1700 SAT & SUN 1 P.M. - 4 P.M. 858-456-6850

SUN 1 P.M. - 4 P.M. 619-857-2882

$5,300,000 5BD / 6BA

7315 REMLEY PL, LA JOLLA VONNIE MELLON, WILLIS ALLEN R.E.

SAT & SUN 1 P.M. - 4 P.M. 858-395-0153

$5,340,000 4BD / 5.5BA

6309 HARTLEY DRIVE, LA JOLLA SUN 11 A.M. - 2 P.M. MAXINE & MARTI GELLENS, BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES 858-551-6630

$5,495,000-$5,995,000 1918 VIA CASA ALTA, LA JOLLA SAT & SUN 1 P.M. - 4 P.M. 5BD / 6.5BA MAXINE & MARTI GELLENS, BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES 858-551-6630 $5,995,000 5BD / 6BA

930 PROSPECT ST, LA JOLLA KATE WOODS, COLDWELL BANKER RESIDENTIAL

$5,995,000-$6,295,000 6303 CAMINO DE LA COSTA, LA JOLLA 4BD / 4.5BA TEAM CHODOROW, BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES

SAT & SUN 12 P.M. - 3 P.M. 858-525-2510 SAT & SUN 1 P.M. - 4 P.M. 858-456-6850

$6,995,000-$7,995,000 7160 ENCELIA DRIVE, LA JOLLA SAT & SUN 1 P.M. - 4 P.M. 7BD / 8BA THE BRETT DICKINSON TEAM, PACIFIC SOTHEBY'S INT'L REALTY 858-822-9699

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Peggy Chodorow

Eric Chodorow

OPEN HOUSES SAT. & SUN. 1-4 • 6303 CAMINO DE LA COSTA $5,995,000-$6,295,000 1555 SOLEDAD AVE $3,090,000 • 5779 LA JOLLA CORONA DRIVE $2,495,000

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MEDITERRANEAN COUNTRY CLUB ESTATE Mediterranean villa with breathtaking ocean views, finished in 2002 but with Old World appeal. This 4BR/4.5BA home is characterized by architectural ceiling details, a massive wine cellar, many view balconies and an elevator. Offered at $3,090,000

PRIDE OF OWNERSHIP A rare find in La Jolla-a four bedroom three bath single level home with distant ocean views which has been lovingly remodeled and maintained. There is a rose garden, spa with waterfall, gazebo, and a huge trex type deck where you could entertain approximately 100 guests. Offered at $1,999,000-$2,200,000 7780 Girard Avenue, La Jolla, CA BRE #00992609 | BRE #00409245 ©2016 Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties (BHHSCP) is a member of the franchise system of BHH Affiliates LLC. BHH Affiliates LLC and BHHSCP do not guarantee accuracy of all data including measurements, conditions, and features of property. Information is obtained from various sources and will not be verified by broker or MLS. CalBRE 01317331