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R. Roger Rowe School reassures parents: Common Core math does add up BY KAREN BILLING What does math look like these days? A small cluster of kids around a tabletop with their teacher, discussing their math journals, where they solve a problem and explain how they came up with the answer. Some students are working independently putting together a math robot, based on dimensions given by their teacher, while others use a measuring tape to measure their heights and other classroom objects, sharing helpful ideas with other students doing the same exercise. And this is all happening in one second-grade classroom at R. Roger Rowe School. As the Common Core State Standards officially take effect this fall, they

have completely changed the way students learn and teachers teach, especially in math. Gone are the days of the teacher standing up front and directing the day. Today’s classrooms have an emphasis on collaboration, creativity and critical thinking; students master concepts on a deeper level at their own pace. But as with any big change, there can be accompanying concern and frustration. The Rancho Santa Fe School District decided to get ahead of the problem by hosting several math information sessions, including one attended by about 40 parents on Sept. 23. Many of the issues revolve around parents feeling lost when their children come home with homework they don’t understand. Others feel that the standards

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Alepho Deng, one of the Lost Boys of Sudan who survived a 1,000-mile trek through war zones in Africa as a young boy, and has since written a best-selling book about his experience, and Dr. Jeff Salz, a mountain climber, inspirational speaker and cultural anthropologist, were the guest speakers on Sept. 28 at a Viewpoints lecture series event held at the Village Church in RSF. Pictured from left: Alepho Deng, Rev. Jack Baca and Dr. Jeff Salz. The lecture series is jointly sponsored by the Village Church and the Rancho Santa Fe Foundation. See more photos inside. For more information, visit www.villageviewpoints.com. For photos and a story online, visit www.rsfreview.com. PHOTO/MCKENZIE IMAGES

aren’t high enough, or that their children are losing some of the basics as math learning moves away from rote memorization. RSF School District Superintendent Lindy Delaney said that nothing is being omitted; it’s just being given to students in a different way. “My favorite part of the day is when someone says, ‘We are here to do what’s best for the children,’ and someone says it all the time,” said Phyllis Slotnik., the district’s new math specialist.

Parents toured classrooms at R. Roger Rowe during a Common Core math information session. PHOTO/KAREN BILLING

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‘An Evening at The Bridges’ with George Harrison’s sister Beatles sister’s book goes behind the scenes with little brother George BY DIANE Y. WELCH On Thursday, Sept. 25, Katie Michel wore her Beatles shirt to school. When she arrived home later — at The Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe — she saw notice of a talk that night at The Bridges by Louise Harrison. As she rushed to attend the presentation, she realized the irony of her attire that day. Louise Harrison is the older sister of the late George Harrison, the former Beatles’ lead guitarist and acclaimed singer-songwriter and philanthropist. He was also a

compassionate advocate for music in schools. Harrison’s talk echoed her brother’s concern about keeping music in education. “The whole time I was thinking, ‘Oh my gosh, I am in the presence of one of my favorite Beatles’ own flesh and blood,’” said Katie, 17, an ardent George Harrison fan. Accompanying Harrison was Marty Scott, a member of the Beatles tribute band Liverpool Legends, with whom Harrison partners. Scott plays George and Harrison See BEATLES, page 22

Katie Michel, Louise Harrison, RC Haus (Music Director, R. Roger Rowe School), Cooper Vincik at the Sept. 25 event at The Bridges. See more photos inside. PHOTO/JON CLARK

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Armenian church wins approval for church off El Camino Real BY KAREN BILLING In a split 6-4 vote, the Carmel Valley Community Planning Board recommended final approval of the St. John Garabed Armenian Church, planned for El Camino Real (near San Dieguito Rd., just north of Carmel Valley and west of Fairbanks Ranch). More than 50 members of the church came to show support for their project, all dressed in white, and they erupted into cheers when the positive vote came down, just after 10 p.m. on the board’s packed agenda. City staff has recommended approval of the church and it will go before the city planning commission for a decision on Oct. 30. Plans for the 13.4-acre property include a 350-seat church in the traditional Armenian architectural style with an emphasis on height, stone materials and capped by a pointed dome. The entire church campus includes a youth recreation center, a 500-seat multi-purpose hall and a cultural/educational building with classrooms for religious instruction such as Sunday School. The church is proposing to build on only 4.23 acres

Plans for St. John Garabed Armenian Church on El Camino Real were approved by the Carmel Valley Community Planning Board. of the site, leaving the rest of the land to be preserved. The property borders sensitive, protected lands in the city’s Multiple Species Conservation Program as well as the Gonzales Canyon. All of the necessary wildlife agencies have signed off on the project. Board member Christian Clews said he is “pretty familiar with the dirt,” having grown up in the area and ridden the land on horseback since the 1970s. He was strongly in favor of the church, which he feels will enhance the area and is an improvement of past developments that have been proposed there. He liked that the church is restricting development to the mesa top and staying out of the more sensitive habitats. “The area they’re disturbing has never been a sensitive land issue; they’re not encroaching into (the sensitive area),” Clews said. “And they are restoring 1.6 acres of wetland, fixing what had been disturbed.” Board member Brian Brady echoed Clews’ endorsement. “The architecture is beautiful and I think they’ve done an impressive job of respecting the sensitive habitat and focusing the development to the most logical area,” he said. The four votes against the project were board members Anne Harvey, Nancy Novak, Jonathan Tedesco and Debbie Lokanc.

One of the biggest areas of concern for the dissenting board members was the height and mass of the church in that area of the San Dieguito River Park. The height of the church is 85 feet to the top of the dome and 93 feet to the top of the cross. The three accompanying buildings are all 30 to 40 feet tall. The land is zoned agricultural, and included in the zoning is an allowance to increase building heights when setbacks are increased, which the developer has done. For a longer version of this story, visit www.delmartimes.net (news section)

Next San Dieguito Planning Group meeting is Oct. 9 The regular meeting of the San Dieguito Planning Group scheduled for Oct. 9 at 7 p.m. will take place at the Rancho Santa Fe Fire Station (meeting room), 16936 El Fuego, Rancho Santa Fe (El Fuego intersects Linea del Cielo at the west end of the village). Agenda and minutes can be found at www. sdcounty.ca.gov/pds/Groups/ sandieguito.html

Next year’s county fair theme to highlight Balboa Park, 1915 exposition BY JOE TASH The 2015 San Diego County Fair will celebrate Balboa Park, a San Diego icon, and commemorate the 100th anniversary of the 1915 Panama-California Exposition, which was held in the park. Officials with the 22nd District Agricultural Association — which runs the state-owned Del Mar fairgrounds — were joined by San Diego Mayor Kevin Faulconer on Wednesday, Sept. 24, to announce the theme for next year’s San Diego County Fair, which will run from June 5 through July 5. The theme will be “A Fair to Remember,” and will highlight Balboa Park, world’s fairs and, specifically, the 1915 Panama-California Exposition. Each year, fairgrounds officials designate a theme for the county fair, which attracts some 1.4 million visitors during its annual run. Exhibits, activities and signage are tied to the theme. This year’s theme was “the Fab Fair,” and celebrated the music of the Beatles and the culture of the British Invasion of the 1960s. Flanking officials at Wednesday’s news conference was a reproduction of a poster from the 1930 San Diego County Fair, which was held at Balboa Park. Along with exhibits and events at next summer’s San Diego County Fair, the partnership between the 22nd DAA and the city of San Diego could include events held in Balboa Park before and during the fair, officials said. Few specifics about the activities that might arise from the partnership were available Wednesday, as officials said next year’s county fair is still in the planning stages. “This is going to be new territory that we’re developing,” said Fred Schenk, president of the 22nd DAA board of directors. “We’re excited about the opportunity. The See FAIR, page 22

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Sanford Education Center to focus on gender relations, joy of learning •Philanthropist funds namesake center in concert with National University, Arizona State BY PAT SHERMAN Philanthropist, South Dakota businessman and part-time local resident T. Denny Sanford was the man of the hour Sept. 18 during a grand opening celebration for National University’s $10 million Sanford Education Center in La Jolla. The institution — at 11355 N. Torrey Pines Road in former Jenny Craig office space — was funded in January by an initial $1 million from Sanford and a subsequent $9.2 million anonymous gift. It is designed to train educators and nonprofit leaders, focusing on three initiatives: strengthening gender relations, coaching students to be more empathetic, and community stewardship. Speaking to attendees in the center’s auditorium, Sanford noted the participation of Arizona State University in establishing both the “Inspire” and “Harmony” programs. “I conceived but I couldn’t complete (them),” he said. “It took a great organization, ASU, to do the research and the programing, and another type of organization, with a different type of

methodology and a different characteristic, to put it all together — and that is National University.” Founded in 1971, National University is the second-largest private nonprofit institution of higher education in California, with 30,000 students and more than 140,000 alumni. National University President Michael Cunningham, formerly dean of San Diego State University’s School of Business Administration, thanked the mayor and city for helping create the center, located next to National University’s La Jolla campus, in less than nine months. Cunningham said National University is constantly working to assure its programs are innovative and relevant to societal needs. “That’s a great segue into the programs we’re offering here at the Sanford Education Center,” he said. “Our goal is by the end of two to three years to be in all the major (private, nonprofit) universities across the country, offering the Sanford-inspired programs.” Sanford touted existing collaborations with other pri-

National University President Michael Cunningham, philanthropist T. Denny Sanford and Mayor Kevin Faulconer pose during the grand opening of the Sanford Education Center in La Jolla. Faulconer proclaimed Sept. 18 as ‘Sanford Education Center Day’ in San Diego. Photo by Pat Sherman vate, nonprofit institutions, such as Long Island University. National University signed a memorandum of understanding last week with LIU to offer The Sanford Harmony Program, which encourages positive relationships between girls and boys from pre-kindergarten through sixth grades. Developed by ASU researchers, the program empowers teachers to foster relationships between boys and girls that increase cooperation, inclusion, mutual respect and empathy. Sanford said research has shown that children in the program have improved test scores and enjoy the learning environment more, and that boys display less aggression. Sanford referenced additional research that he said shows that gender segregation in children can lead to relationship problems as men and women, as well as an increase in divorce, sexual harassment, abuse and workplace discrimination.

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Sanford said there have been similar programs addressing the problem, “but they just don’t get the job done.” “The Harmony Program came from two divorces that I had to go through and the recognition that the divorce rate in this country is about 65 percent … that’s unhealthy,” said Sanford, who initially approached John Gray, author of the classic “Men are From Mars, Women are From Venus,” to write the curriculum. Not coming from an academic background, Gray declined and Sanford approached ASU President Michael Crow. However, the program does have a Martian theme in the form of its gender-neutral space mascot, “Z from the Planet Z.” The Sanford Harmony Program will be introduced to 30 classrooms in California, Florida and New York City by year’s end, center officials say. The Sanford Inspire Program will provide teachers with tools and strategies needed to encourage student learning in grades K-12. Sanford said surveys show that most people can’t name three teachers they had in elementary and middle school who truly inspired them. “Those are the most formative years, and the ones where someone has to help them light their own spark,” he said, adding the program mirrors the model of Teach for America, a nonprofit that enlists recent college graduates and professionals to teach for at least two years in low-income communities. “Their primary attribute is to get kids inspired,” Sanford said. “They do it at poverty-level schools. We’re going to do it at all schools.” The third center initiative, the Sanford Institute of Philanthropy, will provide training in nonprofit leadership with an emphasis on fundraising techniques, “cause selling” and relationship building, through programs being developed by National University’s School of Business and Management. Bob Kelly, who served for nearly 20 years as president of the San Diego Foundation, was hired as the institute’s executive-in-residence. Sanford Institute of Philanthropy is expected to launch a master of arts degree in Cause Leadership in Spring 2015. Sanford Education Center includes a lecture hall space, capacity for 150-plus people and integrated video technology.

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YWCA’s ‘Walk a Mile’ event steps up to counter domestic violence BY KAREN BILLING Heather Finlay, the CEO of the YWCA of San Diego County, carries the burden of knowing that 1 in 4 women faces domestic violence in their lives. Thanks to highly publicized issues involving NFL players such as Ray Rice, domestic violence has become a topic of national conversation, and more people are becoming aware just how prevalent abuse is in our society. “The abuse is intense and without experiencing it, you’re hard-pressed to truly imagine what happens and I think this is why the video of Ray Rice punching Janay really shocked a lot of people. It showed what goes on behind closed doors,” Finlay said. “The conversation is very important and the fact that there is a public outcry is important. That we as a country are talking about it is important. We don’t want anyone to experience domestic violence and with people talking about it, we really have an opportunity for people to understand what happens in domestic violence relationships and why it does warrant support … helping women who feel trapped, who need to know programs like the YWCA can help.” Every year, more than 5,000 women and families seek help from the YWCA, using widespread services that empower them to transform their lives. Finlay, a local resident, has led the organization for the past five years. Finlay said much of what the YWCA does is education: helping people understand what domestic violence is. It’s really hard for many to understand the cycle of domestic violence and why women stay, Finlay said. She said some women Heather Finlay heads up stay largely out of fear, others the YWCA of San Diego because they have no means County.

Walk a Mile in Her Shoes will be held from 5-9 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 9, at 4th Avenue & K Street in downtown San Diego to raise funds for the YWCA and awareness about domestic violence. of financial support for themselves or their children, or because they are being threatened. The situation becomes more difficult, because these relationships started in a place of love and kindness. “They all feel isolated and alone and don’t know where to go for help,” Finlay said. “Sadly, they feel a lot of shame and they’re afraid to talk; they’ve been told that it’s all their fault. There’s a lot of marginalization and controlling that goes along with it.” One way to raise both awareness and funds is the YWCA’s upcoming Walk a Mile in Her Shoes event on Thursday, Oct. 9, a lighthearted event on a serious topic, which gets men to don high-heeled shoes and march. “This is a great opportunity to have this conversation, to get friends and family together to understand that domestic violence is a prevalent issue that affects all of us,”

Finlay said. “We all know someone who is affected by domestic violence even if we might not know it yet.” At the event, San Diego Police Chief Shelley Zimmerman will be on hand to speak. There will be a best shoe contest for the men, and an after-party at Jolt’n Joes in the Gaslamp. They will have some stilettos available for men to use on event day — for men who do not know their size, the conversion to women’s sizes is two sizes up from their size shoe. Finlay is a real estate developer by trade who worked in Texas, Colorado and Canada before moving to California. A co-worker invited her to a YWCA luncheon, where she was shocked to learn the staggering numbers of women affected by domestic violence. But she was also amazed at See YWCA, page 21

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Local author T. Jefferson Parker to speak Oct. 7 at Library Guild event Fallbrook author T. Jefferson Parker will be the guest speaker at a RSF Library Guild member event from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 7. He’ll discuss his newest book, “Full Measure,” at a reception at the Rancho Santa Fe Library, 17040 Avenida de Acacias. Enjoy a light lunch, author presentation, and a question and answer session for $40, which includes a signed copy of “Full Measure.” To reserve or to become a Guild member, visit www.rsflibraryguild.org or call 858-7564780. Sponsored by Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC, Donald E. Johnson III, First Vice President – Investment Officer.

RSF Book Cellar to hold half-price book sale Oct. 3-4 The Rancho Santa Fe Book Cellar will hold its semi-annual half-price book sale from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday, Oct. 3, and Saturday, Oct. 4, at 17040 Avenida de Acacias, Rancho Santa Fe. Call 858-756-2512.

Voila Hair Atelier to hold one-year anniversary celebration at Fairbanks Village Plaza; community invited to attend Voila Hair Atelier, located in the Fairbanks Village Plaza, will hold a one-year anniversary celebration on Thursday, Oct. 9, from 6-9 p.m. The event will include cocktails, a hair and dance show, and a raffle drawing. The community is invited to attend the celebration. Please RSVP by Oct. 4 at 858-7560082 or voilahairatelier@live.com. Address: Fairbanks Village Plaza, 16236 San Dieguito Rd., Building 1, Suite 13, RSF, 92067.

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Tying the school record from last year, 18 Bishop’s seniors were named semifinalists in the 2015 National Merit Scholarship Competition. The Bishop’s seniors who earned semifinalist status this year are: Brian Akin of Encinitas, Alexandra Appel of La Jolla, Ian Banta of University City, Hyatt Bao of La Jolla, Morgan Chen of Carmel Valley, Shanelle Chen of La Jolla, Christine Cho of Sabre Springs, Justin Geier of Carlsbad, Carley Haft of University City, Conor Hayes of Rancho Santa Fe, Shivali Joshi of Carmel Valley, Alexandra Krstic of Carmel Valley, Jack Leo of La Jolla, Neil Lunsford of Rancho Santa Fe, Justin Ruggiero of Del Mar, Alice Wang of Carmel Valley, Jennifer Wang of Carmel Valley, and Gloriana Xia of La Jolla. Approximately 16,000 National Merit Semifinalist students nationwide are being recognized for their exceptional academic promise. More than 1.4 million juniors in more than 22,000 high schools entered the 2015 National Merit Scholarship Program by taking the 2013 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test. Approximately 15,000 semifinalists advance to the finalist level, and it is from this group that all National Merit Scholarship winners will be chosen. Merit Scholar designees are selected on the basis of their skills, accomplishments, and potential for success in rigorous college studies.

Members of the RSF Golf Club are: back row, Susie Ault, Cindy Bligh, Joan Flowers, Michele Homan, Dolores Crawford, Rhonda Wilson, Kathy McElhinney. Front row, Mindy Cagen, Deana Ingalls, Madeline Javelet, Debbie Chapparone, Gail Kendall. Courtesy photo

RSF Golf Club Ladies Golf Tournament Oct. 16 raises funds for breast cancer research October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and the women of the RSF Golf Club have organized an annual tournament for 13 years raising funds for organizations whose focus is the treatment and/or cure and prevention of breast cancer. Deana Ingalls and a capable and creative committee are organizing another Breast Cancer Benefit Tournament on Oct. 16 to raise funds this year for the Edith Sanford Breast Cancer Foundation. Entrepreneur Denny Sanford established this foundation seven years ago in honor of his mother, Edith, whom he lost when he was only 4. One of his life’s goals is to find a cure for breast cancer so that other children will not have to grow up, as he did, without the love and guidance of their mothers. The focus of the foundation is research that one day will find a cure, and, hopefully, prevention of breast cancer in the future. Every penny of donations to this foundation will be directly invested in research. Male and female members of the Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club are invited to participate in this tournament and worthy cause. The day includes golf, lunch, and a cocktail party with heavy hors d’oeuvres as well as the special treat of Flowers Chardonnay and Gen 7 wine. More funds will be raised through an auction at the cocktail party. Donors have generously given such items as golf for three with retired Major League Baseball baseman and shortstop Mark Gurdzielanek, a $250 bottle of Dewar’s, a week in Denny Sanford’s 5-bedroom home in Vail, and more exciting choices! The cocktail party starts at 5 p.m. and costs $45. All RSF residents and friends are invited. Contact Deana Ingalls at 629-888-2800 or email to DCIngalls@outlook.com. The golf tournament is a fun scramble format with a 12:30 p.m. shotgun start. The cost is $125, including lunch, cart, and cocktail party. There will be fabulous auction items and, of course, Brian’s famous hors d’oeuvres. Sign up in the RSFGC pro shop or contact Tournament Chair Deana Ingalls at DCIngalls@outlook.com.

Boys Junior Dunkers basketball signups open Registration for the RSF Community Center’s popular recreational basketball league is now open at the Rancho Santa Fe Community Center. Boys in grades 1-6 will be divided by grade level into three divisions for a season of exciting competition. Instructional Division covers grades 1 and 2, Rookie Division covers grades 3 and 4, and Star League covers grades 5 and 6. The league is run by Coach Mike Rausa of One on One basketball and includes assessments and clinics. Cost per player is $250. The program relies on the support of local sponsors and volunteer coaches. Sponsorship is $300 and includes a family or company

name on a team’s game jerseys, an appreciation plaque to display at the business and the sponsor’s name on the Community Center’s website and in promotional materials. Call 858-756-2461 to register a child today or to sponsor or be a volunteer coach for the 2014 season. RSFCC family membership is required for all players. Deadline for player registration is Oct. 10. Visit www.rsfcc.org.

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Canyon Crest Academy’s PALs help students connect on campus BY KRISTINA HOUCK Having moved four times and attended eight different schools, Emmy Farese knows how it feels to be “the new kid.” That’s why the Canyon Crest Academy junior joined PALs, a group of student leaders that helps connect students on the Carmel Valley campus. “I didn’t want other kids to feel that way, (whether) they are from a different school or coming from one of the middle schools,” Emmy said. “I know how it feels, and it’s not fun.” Designed as a confidential peer support system, the PALs (Purposeful Action Listeners/Leaders) program provides students with academic, social and emotional support and gives them an opportunity to talk with someone their own age. From academics to relationships, students can chat with PALs during lunchtime in the counseling office on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, and after school in the counseling office every day. “I saw a need for more connection among the student body, and I wanted to be one of the people to help bridge that gap,” said junior Hannah Green. “I wanted to create a sense of warmth and better understanding.” “We strive to promote student connectivity and give back to our school,” added senior Lena Altaffer, one of three PALs who participated in the program during its inaugural year. With encouragement from former principal Brian Kohn, Spanish teacher Laura Krogh launched the program last year. As a former PAL in high school and a new-stu-

dent orientation leader in college, Krogh was excited to bring the program to the CCA campus. “Our students are very academic, so sometimes that social-emotional piece gets pushed to the back burner, because these students are so overwhelmed with their workload,” said Krogh, who has taught Spanish at CCA for seven years and has worked in the San Dieguito Union High School District for 11 years. “Students need to feel connected. It’s not just about being in a classroom and learning. Kids need to feel accepted, and that feeling of needing to fit in is so important — elementary school, middle school, high school — it doesn’t go away.” Founded in 2004, CCA now has 2,000 students, Krogh said. She noted the school recently welcomed its largest freshman class — nearly 700 students. “It’s overwhelming to find your place on campus,” she said. PALs recently teamed with students from CCA’s Associated Student Body to welcome freshmen. During lunchtime every Thursday, PALs also host a picnic on the lawn so students can form new friendships. “I really wanted to become a PAL because I think there is definitely a special place for every student at CCA,” said Marisa, a junior at CCA. “There’s a unique niche for everyone. Sometimes it’s just hard to find it.” While Marisa has helped her fellow students find their niche, she’s also found her place as a PAL. A dancer since she was 2, she spends much of her free time competing and performing off-campus. The PALs pro-

Under a banner reading, ‘Take a seat and make a friend,’ the 2013-14 PALs welcomed students to the campus and helped them bond. Courtesy photo gram has provided her an opportunity to get more involved in school. “My favorite part about being a PAL is how it is like a family,” she said. “Even after just a month or so, we’re now super-close. They’re like my brothers and sisters.” Headed by Krogh, the 90-minute class meets every day. At the start of the year, students undergo two weeks of intense training, where they learn about listening and confidentiality. There were 38 students — most seniors — in the inaugural PALs class. To create an even closer group, Krogh selected only 17 students for this year’s program. The application process for new PALs begins during spring semester. Students must obtain a letter of recommendation from a teacher or counselor and interview for the yearlong program, which begins in the fall. “It’s highly selective, because we want to make sure that these students are the cream of the crop and their intentions are right,” Krogh said. “These kids really care about kids getting connected on campus. They are loving their high school experience and they want others to feel the same way.” For information about the PAL program, visit www.ccapals.com.

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RSF couple see used car lot as fertile ground for reality series ‘Life on the Lot’ After two years of running the EZCars101 used car dealership on Coast Highway in Encinitas, Karen and Gene Ventura knew they were sitting on a gold mine — of compelling stories and fascinating characters, set against the picturesque backdrop of a typical Southern California beach town. “We looked at each other and said, ‘You can’t make this stuff up,’” said Karen. “We said it should be a reality show.” Now, the Rancho Santa Fe residents are turning that idea into reality. Shooting for a reality show pilot began this week, and once the program is edited, the couple will shop it to various TV networks, hoping to bring it to the airwaves. “The interest is very strong,” by networks, said Gene. “They see this concept as very unique. They love that it’s in Southern California and something like this has not been done before.” Not only would the show, called “Life on the Lot,” be the first reality series centered on a used car dealership, but it would also be the first set primarily in Encinitas, the couple said. As the Venturas described it, the show would chronicle the daily ins and outs of the business, as told through the stories of people who come to their lot shopping for a car. The couple are producing and bankrolling the pilot in the hope that it will be picked up by a network and turned into a series. The Venturas moved to San Diego County about seven years ago from Chicago, where Gene ran a successful real estate development business. They had owned

other businesses, such as a restaurant and jewelry store, but got into the used-car business when the dealership that formerly occupied their location on Coast Highway came up for lease. Gene “has always loved cars,” said Karen, so they took over and rebranded the dealership with a beach and surf theme. Along with selling to local customers, the dealership caters to clientele nationwide, shipping vehicles to buyers who spot their dream cars online. In fact, some 80 percent of the dealership’s business comes from the Internet, said Karen. EZCars101 is picky about the cars it buys, and fixes them up before putting them up for sale. They also offer a 90-day power train warranty on the cars they sell. “We don’t want people to have a headache when they leave here,” Karen said. Shooting on the reality pilot began this week, and will conclude with a public event on Saturday, Oct. 4. The lot will be cleared and ramps set up, and X Games skaters will attempt to jump three cars in a row. The skaters will be towed by a motorcycle to build up their speed. The event will be judged by a panel of pro athletes, and a cash prize will be awarded for the best jump. The entire contest will be filmed for inclusion in the reality show pilot. The show will also feature stories of the used car lot’s customers, such as the Los Angeles TV producer who startled Karen by driving behind her, screaming. As it turned out, he wanted to use the Range Rover she was driving for one of his projects. Or the hotel developer who lost his $70

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RSF resident takes on germs with traveling â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Cootie Bootiesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; BY KAREN BILLING Three years ago, Adria Cammeyer was going through the new travel ritual of removing oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s shoes at airport security and being totally grossed out by the idea of being barefoot where so many others had bared their soles. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I need a pair of cootie booties,â&#x20AC;? the Rancho Santa Fe resident said aloud to her husband while looking around at the unsettling barefoot scene. On the ensuing five-hour plane ride to her native New York City, Cammeyer came up with the idea for her new product, Cootie Booties â&#x20AC;&#x201D; essentially a surgical glove for the Rancho Santa Feâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Adria feet to wear for travel. Cammeyer has invented As of this week, Cootie Booties are on sale for $1.29 a the Cootie Bootie to keep pair in Hudson News locations at the San Diego International feet safe. Airport, with the hope to expand to more airports around the country. The booties are also now sold at Madison Luggage in Flower Hill Promenade in Del Mar. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m really excited,â&#x20AC;? said Cammeyer. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was such a level of satisfaction and accomplishment, to see it go from a thought to a model to a prototype. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m pretty passionate about it, maybe a little nutty about it, but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s exciting to have a company like Hudson News validate it.â&#x20AC;? The purple Cootie Booties are meant to ward off icky stuff such as viruses, infections, athleteâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s foot, warts and more. The American Academy of Dermatology and other medical organizations discourage walking barefoot through public places. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The feet are a very vulnerable entry point for all sorts of infections,â&#x20AC;? Cammeyer said, noting that MRSA (methicillin-resistant staphylococcus) particularly concerns her in shared communal spaces that can become hot spots for threatening germs. Any cut, sore or even dry skin on the foot leaves people exposed to bacteria on a dirty public floor. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a matter of educating yourself and the public â&#x20AC;&#x201D; this is a solution to a serious health risk. The name is cute, but the truth is that itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s really serious.â&#x20AC;? Cammeyer has always had an interest in health and wellness. In her varied career, she has worked for an investment banking firm and produced a radio show on health and nutrition, but she always wanted to create her own business. The single-use Cootie Booties are made out of nitrile, a latex-free rubber that is used to make surgical gloves. Cammeyer wanted her product to be something that was form-fitting and â&#x20AC;&#x153;snuggly,â&#x20AC;? not like the hospital booties that go over shoes, which she said can be quite cumbersome. The booties come in a package of two that looks like a CD case â&#x20AC;&#x201D; the socks are meant to be discarded after use so people arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t putting the germs picked up back in their purse or pocket. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When you travel, you can count on a Cootie Bootie,â&#x20AC;? Cammeyer said. She said the Cootie Booties have many applicable uses outside of travel â&#x20AC;&#x201D; they can be used in spas, hotel rooms, the gym, dorm bathrooms or even in the home. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Eighty-five percent of the germs in the home come from what we bring in from outside,â&#x20AC;? Cammeyer said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;People say â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re crazyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; or â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re a germphobe,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; but I really just want people to be conscious that this is the world we live in.â&#x20AC;? To learn more, visit cootiebooties.com.

New music director named for Mainly Mozart When Michael Francis took to the Balboa Theatre stage on June 14 this year, he was one of four guest conductors slated to lead the Mainly Mozart Festival Orchestra during its transitional first season after the retirement of founding Music Director David Atherton. Young maestro Francis made such an impression upon the audience that night â&#x20AC;&#x201D; and with orchestra members, major donors, and organizational decision-makers â&#x20AC;&#x201D; that he emerged as the top prospect in a small field of world-renowned candidates for the vacant conductor position. Michael Francis was recently officially introduced as the Festivalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s next music director. A surprise announcement was made Sept. 27 to a group of key press and supporters at a private Mainly Mozart event in Rancho Santa Fe (see event photos in the next issue of this newspaper, Oct. 9). As part of his initial comments to the live audience gathered at the Club Amadeus Deluxe event, and to countless others viewing remotely via weblink, Francis said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am greatly honored to be the new music director of the Michael Francis Mainly Mozart Festival. As soon as I started working with the musicians, I knew that this was a very special organization. The level of talent, energy, and enthusiasm from them was utterly inspiring. It was also clear to me from the interaction with the audience, how proud the people of San Diego are of this great Festival.â&#x20AC;? At age 38, Francis has already made a name for himself as one of the top young conductors on the music scene today, and the fact that Mainly Mozart is able to claim him is a major coup. He has extensively conducted internationally, working with the London, Toronto, Pittsburgh, Cincinnati, and San Francisco symphonies, the Japan, Seoul, and New York philharmonics, the BBC National Orchestra of Wales and the Mariinsky Orchestra, among other major orchestras in Europe, Asia, and North America. He holds permanent appointments as chief conductor and artistic advisor to Swedenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s NorrkĂśping Symphony Orchestra, and he was also recently named music director of The Florida Orchestra based in St. Petersburg. The 2015 Orchestral season will be announced on Oct. 12 by Maestro Francis at a Club Amadeus event. For more information, visit www.mainlymozart.org.

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Solana Santa Fe PTO ‘Cocktails with Class’ Solana Santa Fe Elementary School PTO held a “Cocktails with Class” event Sept. 26 at the home of Alicia and Joe Gaudio in The Crosby. The event was held for parents of students in grades 3 and 4. The PTO of Solana Santa Fe hosts a series of parties to welcome back returning families, and welcome new families at each grade level. Photos by Jon Clark. For more photos online, visit www.rsfreview.com.

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Nora Balikian, Lara Eggers, Alicia Gaudio (host), Felicia Vieria, Mina Kessler

Laura Amaya, Robin Gaines, Suzanne Richardson

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An Evening at The Bridges with George Harrison’s sister The 2014 Insiders Series at The Bridges at RSF presented “An Evening with Louise Harrison” Sept. 25. Harrison, sister to George Harrison of The Beatles band, discussed her book, “My Kid Brother’s Band a.k.a. The Beatles.” The book is the “never-before-told story of the author’s crucial behind-the-scenes work as an American resident to guide Beatles’ manager Brian Epstein and producer George Martin and assist them in the effort to spread Beatlemania from Britain to the U.S. For more, see story on page 1. Photos by Jon Clark. For more photos online, visit www.rsfreview.com.

Right: Louise Harrison (center, George Harrison’s older sister and author), Marty Scott (left, Liverpool Legends), Dan DelFiorentino (right, music historian at the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) in Carlsbad) Cini and Ira Robb

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Patti Dahlgard and Dr. John Renner

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Louise Harrison, Brian and Cooper Vincik

Brian Fortini and Nancy Chapel Cliff and Janet Cooke

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Tee’d Off for a Cure Invitational Golf Tournament The Schillings of Rancho Santa Fe are rallying for Type 1 diabetes awareness, research and an eventual cure after a life-changing diagnosis rocked their family two years ago. In 2012, Christian and Sue Schilling’s son, Christopher, was diagnosed at age 7. They did not sit idle long, educating themselves and immediately starting Christopher’s Foundation to support the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation San Diego and find a cure for juvenile diabetes. To help raise funds for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, Christopher’s Foundation held Tee’d Off for a Cure Invitational Golf Tournament on Sept. 15, at Morgan Run Club & Resort in Rancho Santa Fe. The event also included live and silent auctions, a raffle and dinner. All players also received a free swing analysis and a Peter Grimm hat. For more information, visit christophersfoundation.org. Photos by Jon Clark. For more photos online, visit www.rsfreview.com.

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CSF founder Sue Schilling, Mike Dalzell, Lisa Kelly, Jennifer Levine

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Cathedral Catholic ambassadors Michaela Montgomery, Molly Melican, Michael Churchyard, Kendall Hightower, Feven Abraham, Ana Paula Ramirez and Chad Brinza

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Artificial turf helps Nativity School support California’s drought goals The Nativity School in Rancho Santa Fe opened the school year with a brand-new artificial-turf field. After four years of research on the drainage issues caused by the floodplain zone where the school is located, the results were a fully renovated 100-yard playing field. The Nativity School uses the field for outdoor play as well as its own after-school sports teams. The field is striped for football, lacrosse and soccer. The new drainage system consists of a series of layers, designed to infiltrate surface water into the subsurface soils and to eventually replenish the water table. From ground-breaking to full completion, the project took 10 weeks. Under the direction of field designer and architect Bob Harding of D.A. Hogan, Ohno Construction accomplished the new field perimeters, the drainage system and fencing, and oversaw the installation of the new surface materials by AstroTurf and SoCal Track. The new field supports drought goals by not only replenishing the water table but also eliminating the need for further water use. Over the field’s lifetime, this will save the Olivenhain Water District millions of gallons available for more essential needs in the area. Also, the new turf requires none of the usual chemicals for regular grass field maintenance like fertilizers and pesticides. “It is our moral obligation to do all we can to protect our natural resources by using them efficiently,” said Principal Margaret Heveron. This leadership carries over into the students’ attitudes. Students take an active role in ecology on campus and in their community, exemplified by a specific Student Council role of Commissioner of Ecology, who provides reminders of how every student can save water each day. To learn more about The Nativity School, visit www.thenativityschool.org. Personal tours are also available with Principal Heveron. Call the school office at 858-756-6763.

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The Torrey Pines High School Lacrosse Team participated in the second Walk/Run to benefit the Jose Montano Foundation. The Youtheletes are hosting a rugby clinic Oct. 18-19 for students in grades 3-8.

TPHS lacrosse team turns out for benefit walk ‘Youtheletes’ offer Rugby Clinic Oct. 18-19 The Torrey Pines High School boys lacrosse team supported honorary team member #11, Jose Montano, on Sept. 28 in the second 5K Walk/Run to benefit the Jose Montano Foundation, held at Liberty Station in Point Loma. Jose Montano passed away on April 13, 2014, after battling brain cancer for three years. While the team knew him, Jose taught the team about the power of positive thought, putting others ahead of themselves, and about character and community. These are all attributes the Torrey Pines Boys Lacrosse Program strives to live by. They want to help make a positive effect on the community one day at a time. Jose will always be a teammate, hero, and inspiration to the TPHS Boys Lacrosse program and it will continue to support his foundation to honor the amazing young man that he was. He will forever be a teammate, brother and friend to the team. The Jose Montano Foundation’s mission is to continue with Jose’s wish to “give from the heart.” The foundation brings toys and games to Rady Children’s Hospital Hematology/ Oncology Department and to Kaiser Hospital’s Pediatric Department. Members also bring healthy “snack bags” to the families of hospitalized patients at Children’s Hospital and Kaiser Hospital once a month. The foundation continues to grow in the name of Jose Montano. Visit www.josemontanofoundation.org and you can always “like” the Facebook page at Jose Montano Foundation.

Youtheletes will hold a Rugby Clinic Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 18 and 19, for students in grades 3-8. The clinic will focus on teaching skill and the fundamentals of rugby in a friendly environment, with no experience necessary. Both days will be taught by senior varsity members of the Mustangs Rugby Club, who have made great strides together in the sport and want to share their experience with others. These varsity Mustangs earned their way to the national competition in Elkhart, Ind., this year, where the team placed fourth in the nation. Youtheletes coaches are young people teaching young people their techniques, strategies, and love for the sport that has brought them so much success. The Youtheletes Rugby Clinic is organized by Omar Rodriguez and Dylan Fetzer, who, with Torran Raby, Jeremy Fleet and Adam Wilson, promise a weekend that will be informative and fun for all. Each of the athletes has earned honors in the sport, including All-Star Griffens and in the case of Torran, a U-18 All-American status. Rugby offers the ability for athletes to run, pass and kick the ball in an effort to score tries (rugby-speak for a goal or touchdown). An Olympic and collegiate sport, it is gaining in popularity as more and more young men and women are exposed to the game. The Youthelete coaches agree that the best way to learn rugby is to try it! Although it’s a very physical sport, when played correctly, rugby is much safer than many other sports. Everyone is invited. Participants do not need any experience in rugby, just a desire to learn the game. For information and to register, visit www.Youtheletes.com.

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Group photo of the 20th anniversary smoke at Mille Fleurs.

Grupo Cohiba de Rancho Santa Fe celebrates 20th anniversary The Grupo Cohiba de Rancho Santa Fe marked its 20th year recently with a dinner at Mille Fleurs restaurant in Rancho Santa Fe. Twenty years ago this month, a dozen gents replied to an ad in the Rancho Santa Fe Review placed by Coldwell Banker’s Larry Russell. It resulted in their first meeting on the patio of Wallace McCoy, where they proclaimed themselves as Grupo Cohiba. In addition to monthly dinners featuring the world’s The original ad, which was most expensive cigars and high-end wines, the Grupo has run in 1994. been instrumental in fundraising for The Good Guys of Morgan Run and always generous with the Girl Scouts cookie program. It has also provided hundreds of cigars to the deployed troops overseas. Bob Page, the former owner/publisher of the Review, was instrumental in growing the group by reporting the activities in his paper. He attended the 20th anniversary gala at Mille Fleurs with founding members Doc Larry Baker, Dick Bender, “Sheriff” Dave McNary, Jim Stanko and founder Russell. All in all, a total of 52 lovers of the leaf celebrated the 20th milestone with a good smoke. If you’re in the Ranch and enjoy a good “gar,” call Larry Russell at 858-756-4411.

RSF Rotary’s Oct. 3 BBQ is part of Rancho Days Fall Festival The Rancho Santa Fe Rotary Club will host its 34th annual Western Style Barbeque in coordination with the Rancho Days Fall Festival from 4:30-8:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 3, at the village park between La Gracia and Avenida Acacia in front of the Inn at Rancho Santa Fe. Irene Valenti, founder of Valenti International, is sponsoring the beer and wine garden this year, and tickets to attend the barbecue may be purchased at the event. Ticket prices are $12 for adults, and $8 for children under 8 years old. Irene Valenti of Valenti In(Water and soda are included in ticket price; alcoholic bever- ternational is sponsoring ages may be purchased separately.) For information, contact the beer and wine garden at this year’s Rotary barevent chair Heather Manion at 858-354-6606. The nonprofit organizations in Rancho Santa Fe host a becue. week of social gatherings during the Rancho Days Fall Festival, which showcase their services to all residents in the surrounding community. A highlight of this celebration is the Rancho Santa Fe Rotary Club Barbecue. Festivities include free rides in the Wells Fargo stagecoach, a fun house, opportunity drawing, face painting, disc jockey and magic tricks. The event this year commemorates the return of students to the R. Roger Rowe School in Rancho Santa Fe.

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Miracle Babies Masquerade Ball The fifth annual Miracle Babies Masquerade Ball fundraiser was held Sept. 27 at the Hyatt Regency La Jolla. Festivities included a red carpet stroll, libations, a silent and live auction, dinner and a dazzling program of entertainment that included a performance by Laura Dasi, the talented dancer and aerialist from the hit television show America’s Got Talent. Kelly Emberg, who hosts the Food Made Simple show on iHeartRadio, served as emcee for the evening. Miracle Babies “provides support and financial assistance to families with critically ill newborns in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit; and to enhance the well-being of women, children and their families through education, prevention and medical care.” For more information, visit www.miraclebabies.org. Photos by McKenzie Im- Miracle Babies founder and board chair Dr. Sean ages. For photos online, visit www.rsfreview.com. Daneshmand, Miracle Babies board member Micaiah and Ryan Kenney, Ramin Pourteymour

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Slotnik said that her face “lights up” when she looks at the curriculum, as she feels it is all amazing, well-researched, conceptual math learning. “The standards are a baseline and we expect our students to exceed them,” she said. “The quality of instruction and the material is outstanding,” said Delaney, adding that she can sympathize that things look very different. “I’m sorry for parents, I understand you feel like a fish out of water with this.” Delaney said the school is at a huge advantage because they’re smaller and there are constant conversations about what works best. “We’ve gone into this very thoughtfully … it’s a process, and if we see something’s not good for kids, we won’t do it,” Delaney said. Parental concerns ranged from whether the district is preparing students for the next step to how they can help their children when they come home with “scary homework” they do not understand. One parent expressed frustration about the constant explanations required in Common Core math, which asks students to explain how they arrive at answers. The parent said it really was wearing on her child to dissect every math problem; it has become a struggle to justify every answer. “It’s important to communicate ideas to others because it really shores up their understanding, to demonstrate their learning in more than one way,” Slotnik explained. Delaney said it’s important to realize they are building habits and ways of thinking for the future. While it can be challenging now, the students must show that they understand it in order to do what is asked of them at the next level. “When someday the answer is beyond his understanding, how is he going to get it? There will be a wall where he has to pull on everything he’s learned to figure it out,” Delaney said. “We have to teach them to

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think.” To answer some parents’ concerns about the next step, Delaney said their math pathways are aligned with those of the San Dieguito Union High School District. Delaney said that students are prepared for high school and beyond. Delaney said she follows up with private and public high schools to see how RSF students are transitioning to the next level. Delaney said she has had honest discussions with the high schools about their students, and they are all doing well and arrived ready. “Our children are prepared to go to that next level and they do it strongly,” Delaney said. “We are preparing your child to go to college … and a good college.” Another parent said that the perception that Common Core is holding the school back is not true. An engineer, he said he’d rather have 100 employees who learned in this way rather than the “human calculators” that they were all taught to be. Problem solving and critical thinking are where the future is, he said. One parent said that while she understood that they are teaching problem solving and critical thinking, math fluency is still really important and she felt her youngster didn’t have the basics down solidly enough. Slotnik said fluency is a big piece and is taught in every unit. There has just been a tweak conceptually, she said. As part of the information session, parents toured different K-5 classrooms and saw their math workshops in action, featuring a direct introduction or review of a concept, independent practice and exploration of the concept, conferring with teachers and guided math in small groups, “Number talks” to make sure the students are solid in numbers sense, and journaling to articulate math understanding in writing. After touring the classrooms, some parents questioned the process of independent explorations, where it seemed that not all of the

students had grasped the concept. One parent said she was alarmed that the whole class appeared to be doing it wrong. Delaney said they didn’t want the classroom visits to be “smoke and mirrors,” and that they visited classrooms on the first introduction of some units. The teacher would probably readdress the class or discover misconceptions or gaps in understanding while conferring with the students individually or in a group. Many parents also expressed frustration that they didn’t have a textbook to refer to, just online resources like ST Math, Dreambox Learning and Compass Learning. The district has not adopted a math textbook yet because it doesn’t feel that a complete program exists yet. “If we expect kids to exceed our expectations, we have to pull from all different programs we know and create our own program where not a single component is missing, making the program that is best for us,” said K-5 Principal Kim Pinkerton. “And that’s a lot more work,” Delaney added. One parent complimented the work that’s been done with the curriculum and said teachers are educating her child “beautifully” — but she’s the one who needs a bit more help. As far as extra help for parents, Delaney said the district is considering a few options, such as having a teacher at the school from 3-7 p.m. to provide help via phone call, email or visit. They are also willing to have more meetings on online resources and parent resources in general. This month, they will hold similar parent information meetings on the English Language Arts (ELA) Common Core curriculum. The scheduled dates are: • 8:05 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 14, K-5 ELA overview, led by Principal Pinkerton and ELA specialist Lindsey Conley. • 8:05 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 21, 6-8 ELA curriculum overview, led by Principal Garrett Corduan and ELA specialist Darcy Gleisberg.

continued from page 2 “We’re proud of Balboa Park, we’re proud of the centennial. This is a great match with the fair,” Faulconer said. “They want to help,” Faulconer said of the 22nd DAA. “They want to make it a special event for the centennial.” Faulconer said the city will be releasing a schedule of events to celebrate the 2015 centennial in October.

In March, a committee charged with planning the centennial celebration disbanded after failing to get the effort off the ground. Newly elected Mayor Faulconer pledged a fresh start in planning centennial events. Officials said they will be announcing additional details about the partnership between the city and the 22nd DAA in the coming months.

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refers to him as her “new kid brother.” They met just six weeks after George’s death in November 2001. Since then, the tribute band was created and performs in Branson, Mo., where Harrison resides. “We’ve done an excellent job there in providing Beatle music to the public,” Harrison said in a later exclusive interview with this newspaper. “The band is very authentic.” Most notably, Liverpool Legends plays in schools. Coordinating with music directors, students learn the line-up of songs ahead of time, then perform alongside the band. At some venues there were more than 250 students on stage, she said. “The Beatles’ music initially was fairly simple, but later it got into orchestration and became more complex,” said Harrison. With this connection to education, Harrison witnessed how cuts have targeted music programs and wondered how to help get music back into schools. A plan is emerging to do a statewide tour with proceeds benefiting music in education. Money raised could provide instruments or fund instruction. More affluent schools could raise funds for lower-income schools, and in that regard, “It would give the students an opportunity to feel good about what they are doing,” said Harrison. This altruism is rooted in Harrison family values. Parents Harold and Louise selflessly helped others. If a runaway Beatle fan landed at their door, they offered food and shelter. For years, they answered thousands of George’s fan letters and considered John

YWCA largest number of emergency shelter and transitional housing beds in the county and serve 500 women and children a year. Passages is a two-year program for single homeless women that offers many of the same services as Becky’s House and focuses on redeveloping women’s skills to find employment and permanent homes. The program has 39 rooms and serves 69 women at a time. At Cortez Hill, the YWCA offers a 120-day program for homeless families to stay together as they work toward breaking the cycle of homelessness and moving to independent living. The family center was established in 2001 with the

Louise Harrison spoke recently at The Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe. Lennon, Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr as family. Harrison writes about these early years in a memoir, “My Kid Brother’s Band a.k.a. The Beatles!”, released by Acclaim Press. It includes stories of Harrison’s behind-thescenes work as an American resident who played a vital role in spreading Beatlemania from Britain to the U.S. She describes her efforts to establish nationwide contacts and help Beatles manager Brian Epstein secure distribution agreements with Capitol Records, and assisting him in a meeting with Ed Sullivan. As 73 million viewers watched the Beatles’ historic debut 50 years ago on Sullivan’s variety show, Harrison worried about whether George could perform at all. He had a raging fever caused by strep throat, and she secretly served as his nurse. In the aftermath, George wrongly became known as the “quiet Beatle” because of this illness. When asked why she has written the book now, Harrison said, “For years fans have requested that I retell what really happened, as many of the books on continued from page 21

city of San Diego and can house 45 families at a time, serving about 700 people in the program each year. When Finlay thinks about the services they provide, her mind always goes to the holiday season, when many of the families are together all at once. Looking around the room, she fully grasps just how many people are affected by domestic violence. It can be painful to process. “But when you sit down and talk to them, they’re so proud of themselves for getting out of a

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the Beatles are not factual. I read all kinds of wild stories that stun me because they are so out of character.” Harrison’s character made a lasting impression on Katie: “I thought that Louise was a very wise person ... knowing what is important in life. She is very kind for sharing all that she has experienced.” It is this willingness to share that keeps the energetic 82-year-old devoted to touring and talking about “her kid brother’s band.” The evening after her Bridges presentation, Harrison spoke to an audience of 150 at the Museum of Making Music in Carlsbad. Her talk was video-recorded and will be added to the museum’s permanent collection. There are plans to curate an exhibition using Harrison’s personal archive of letters between herself and Epstein, family photographs and other Beatle-related ephemera. For someone whose schoolgirl report card read, “Louise is a handful,” and whose mother said jokingly, “If I’d had another girl, I would have sent her back,” Harrison has created a bold endeavor that continues the Harrison legacy of compassion and giving. George Harrison was 58 when he passed away from complications of cancer, and several of Harrison’s relatives have died in their 50s. With her signature dry humor, Harrison quipped, “They’ve all been let off for good behavior and obviously I’m still here, so I better start having some good behavior before I can get out of this.” For information on Harrison’s book, “My Kid Brother’s Band a.k.a. The Beatles!”, visit www.acclaimpress.com. Harrison’s book is also available online at amazon.com or barnesandnoble.com.

largely traumatic situation,” Finlay said. “It’s such an honor to meet people who are overcoming so much and persevering and doing what’s best for themselves and their children.” People are encouraged to register in advance for the Walk a Mile in Her Shoes event and to set up a fundraising page; visit http:// www.ywcasandiego.org/ give/fundraising-events/ walk-a-mile-in-her-shoes. html. For information on the event or any of YWCA’s programs, visit ywcasandiego.org. The YWCA’s 24hour domestic violence hotline is 619- 234-3164.

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Focus on the fashionable at ‘Best-Dressed’ premiere party A cocktail reception and honoree party for Leonard Simpson’s “Ten Best Dressed for 2014” was hosted by Mina and Mark Kooklani on Sept. 15 at their home “Essencia” in La Jolla. At the party, the 20 best-dressed winners were announced in advance of the gala benefit, to be held 5:30-10 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 13, at Hilton Torrey Pines Hotel. This year, proceeds will go to the Dress for Success San Diego charity. For tickets from $150, visit www.dressforsuccess. org/sandiego or call (619) 533-6014. Photos by Vincent Andrunas. For photos online, visit www.rsfreview.com

Liliana Binner, Lola Green, Alex Female honorees with Sally Thornton include Jo Ann Kilty, Lola Green, Yanez and Jo Ann Kilty Hélène Gould, Sally Thornton, Carmela Koenig, Laurie Black, Mina Kooklani and Bibbi Herrmann Conner.

Models with hosts Mina and Mark Kooklani, Sara Kooklani, Cass Kooklani

Jeremy Mariage, Kathy Hogan, Brittany Simpson and James Shiperly

Jess and Suzette Gonzales with Cristina Ramirez and Brent Wilsey

Jennie Larson, Mary Murphy, Leonard Simpson and Maxine Gellens

Jacqueline Foster, Kristi Pieper, Marjan Daneshmand, Jeanne Larson Karen Rockwell, Scott Muske and Joy Sargis and Atoosa Styc

Male honorees with Leonard Simpson include John Winfield, Raymond Dale, Anna Arata, Sean and Marjan Daneshmand P.K. Bijoux, Matthew Shillingburg and Susan St. John Robert De Gregorio, George Gould, Brent Wilsey, Leonard Simpson, Jonathan Collopy, Dave Carothers, Patrick Kruer and Matthew Shillingburg.

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Crosby Club pumps up fitness center with top-of-the-line gym equipment BY KAREN BILLING The Crosby Club is excited to unveil its buffed-up fitness center, which recently completed an extreme makeover. The Rancho Santa Fe club’s fitness center was once a smaller, darker space with equipment much in need of an update. Darkened walls received a new coat of paint, darkened floors were lightened and ceiling fans were added to the now-bright and airy space. Most important, the new state-of-the art equipment has created a high-quality experience for members. “We’re seeing members come back and work out with us and getting rid of their outside gym membership, because they love what we’ve done,” said Ed Sanabria, general manager. Athletic Director Kira Haley, who has wanted this overhaul since she joined the staff three years ago, said seeing the space reinvigorated has been amazing. “They’re just excited,” she said of the members. “They’re running on the treadmill with a smile on their face. The entire environment has changed.” The Crosby National in Rancho Santa Fe is home to an 18-hole Fred Couples award-winning golf course, driving range, chipping area and putting greens, and a main clubhouse. The fitness center property includes the gym and group training room as well as a Junior Olympic-size pool, Jacuzzi and four tennis courts. Since 2009, the Crosby has been owned and operated by Escalante, purchased from

the original developer, Starwood Capital. Sanabria said Escalante has worked to build membership over the past few years and improving the fitness element was an important piece. To accomplish the remodel, some underutilized spa treatment rooms were converted and the number of treadmills was doubled. Bikes were added, as were four regular elliptical trainers and two Vario ellipticals, which allow users to make strides as short or as long as they like. “They’ve become one of the most popular pieces of equipment,” Haley said of the Vario machines. The room that used to be the entire, crowded gym is now home to new weighttraining machines and free weights. “This type of equipment is really highend and you won’t see it in your average gym,” Sanabria said. Called TechnoGym, the entire line was imported from Italy and is featured in highend resorts such as The Houstonian and the Ritz Carlton. While some places may have one or two machines from the TechnoGym line, The Crosby is one of the few spots to own the complete set. TechnoGym’s treadmills, bikes and ellipticals feature a touch-screen flat screen on each machine that has USB ports, allowing users to plug in their iPods, surf the Internet, log in to Facebook or watch TV. “We have a lot of activity during college football games,” Sanabria said. A “wellness cloud” also allows users to log and track their workouts and progress.

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The Crosby Club’s new fitness center features a full set of equipment from TechnoGym. Photo by Karen Billing

Crosby Club’s Ed Sanabria and Kira Haley in the renovated group exercise room. Photo by Karen Billing

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CHECK OUT WHAT’S HAPPENING La Jolla Music Society’s 46th Season Single tickets on sale now! Don’t miss any of our exciting 2014-15 performances including: London Symphony Orchestra with Yuja Wang, Gil Shaham, András Schiff, Michael Feinstein, Jerusalem Quartet, Herbie Hancock & Chick Corea, MOMIX, The Kodo Drummers of Japan and more. Visit our website for more information about all of our upcoming performances. (858) 459-3728 www.LJMS.org

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Steven Tyler rocks at Le Cirque du ROMP Gala Rocker Steven Tyler (Aerosmith) was the guest performer at the fifth annual Le Cirque du ROMP Gala held Sept. 20 at La Jolla Country Club. The soiree raised $620,000 for Ronald McDonald House Charities of San Diego. After dinner, cocktails and a live auction, guests were treated to Tyler’s musical stylings on “Sweet Emotion,” “Walk This Way,” “Cryin’” and “Dream On.” Grey Romande artists Cody Lovaas and Tanya MacKenna also performed. The afterparty dessert bar provided a sweet ending to close the gala. Jennifer Gramins chaired the fundraiser, with support from Mary Drake, Fernanda Whitworth, and a committee of 35 sponsors. Photos by Lisa Matthews

Kingsley and dad Rex Romanade

Paul and Maria Schmid with Annette and Art Johnson

Anita and Phil Patterson

Ashley Spencer, Carolyn Brann and Nicole Brown

Tim Malott, Laura Cain, Steve and Donna Evans, Olivia Melendrez Kump and Brian Kump with Christina de Vaca.

Jen Buckner and Mary Drake

Steven Tyler; Steven Tyler photos by Bob Ross.

Bob and Pat Lau

David Marino, Trulette Clayes and Jeff Patrick

Mona Van Cleve, Mary Drake and Sandy Morgan

Camille and Lisette Farrell with Erin and Peter Preuss, and Nicole, Leandro and Tessa Velaquez holding her Silver Dolphins Gnome

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‘The Royale’ goes ringside with early 20th century boxing circuit BY DIANA SAENGER The Old Globe Theatre ushers in an unusual and exciting play with “The Royale,” directed by twotime Obie Award-winning and Drama Desk Awardnominated Rachel Chavkin. Loosely based on the life of turn-of-the-century boxing legend, Jack Johnson, the male cast includes a lone female, Montego Glover as Nina. The challenge of playing against the men did not intimidate Glover, although she admits she was a little hesitant about the boxing theme. “Boxing is one sport I cringe at because I find it so brutal,” she said. “It’s taken a little bit of patience and bravery for me to get in the mode, but once we started boxing classes with a trainer, it was really great. Jack Johnson is a fascinating character and this play, based on his life with a woman, was a clincher that attracted me to the project.” In “The Royale,” Jay (Robert Christopher Riley) longs for the title of Undisputed Heavyweight Champion of the World. However, it’s 1905 and “The Sport,” as he calls himself, has to deal with racial tensions. “There’s something re-

this production, and couldn’t say enough about how terrific she and the actors Robert, John Lavelle (Max) and Ray Anthony Thomas (Wynton), Okieriete Onaodowan (Fish), were to work with. “Nina is the woman in Jay’s life who is driven, firm and strong in her beliefs,” Glover said. “She enters the play with a clear and direct point that needs to be made to Jay about this incredible experience he’s about to have — the fight of the century for the heavyweight championship. “I’ve been delighted to work with Rachel. We are all so focused and everyone has been so good about staying on their game. But she is clearly at the helm and at the same time extraordinarily collaborative — serving the piece in the process.” Glover called “The Royale” a marvelous play that theatregoers will enjoy, agreeing

with Globe’s Artistic Director Barry Edelstein that through these characters, audiences will see the world in a new way. “The dialogue around these things matter and have universality about them,” she said. “The roots of this play run deep, but it’s clear and concise, so being able to pull it off the page and send it through space to people in the room, who can grab some of the roots of this story and send it out beyond the room, is amazing.” If You Go: “The Royale” plays Oct. 4-Nov. 2 at the Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre, 1363 Old Globe Way, Balboa Park. Tickets from $29 at (619) 23-GLOBE or www.TheOldGlobe.org Discuss the play with members of the cast and crew after performances, Oct. 14, 21 and 29. Free.

Valenti Equestrian Club to host Dressage Schooling Show Oct. 5 Montego Glover appears as Nina, John Lavelle as Max, and Robert Christopher Riley as Jay in Marco Ramirez’s The Royale, directed by Rachel Chavkin, The Old Globe. Photo by Ken Jacques. ally exciting and fascinating about the turn-of-the-century and Americans — in particular African-Americans,” Glover said. “In the world of sports, and on the world stage in that era, there were only three — boxing, baseball and horseracing. That boxing had a real center-stage presence was interesting, especially with the number of sports we have now.” Glover said she was excited to join director Chavkin on

The Valenti Equestrian Club will host a Dressage Schooling Show for their students from 9 a.m.-noon Sunday, Oct. 5, at their facility at 16255 Via de la Valle in Rancho Santa Fe. The club’s dressage trainer, Lena NordlofDavis, and Kajsa Wilberg are producing the schooling show that advances the training offered to children enrolled in dressage classes. Rancho Santa Fe resident Cauleen Glass, a USEF “R” rated dressage judge, will donate her time to benefit REINS (Riding Emphasizing Individual Needs and Strengths) Therapeutic Horsemanship Program, and Nordlof-Davis will donate all profits to this 501(c)3 organiza-

tion. This family-friendly event is free to the public. Contact Kajsa Wilberg at 858613-0711 for information.

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Local author hoping book helps teens to air problems BY KAREN BILLING Using the power of raw, uncensored expressions and feelings committed to the pages of teenagers’ diaries, local author Janet Larson has published “My Diary Unlocked: Stories of Teen Girls Heal the Inner Adolescent of Our Soul.” The book combines real diary entries with insights from Larson, a self-esteem expert. “My Diary Unlocked” is available online, at some local bookstores and is featured at the bookstore at the Museum of Tolerance in Los Angeles, which has a new exhibit on Anne Frank, perhaps the world’s most famous diarist. Anne’s words are among those youthful insights featured in “My Diary Unlocked” as Larson received permission from the Anne Frank Foundation to use excerpts of her work. Larson, who lives locally with her husband and daughter, Clay and Angela Melugin, has been working on the book for 10 years, collecting diary entries and conducting research. Her “light-bulb moment” for the book came during a move, when she unearthed her high school diary in a dusty box in a storage unit. “I read the whole thing cover to cover and I laughed and I cried and I cringed,” Larson said. “I just realized what devastatingly low self-esteem I had. I had this negative selftalk revealed in my raw diary entries.” Larson said she grew up in an alcoholic and dysfunctional home, and she felt very alone despite being a pompom girl, having a boyfriend and being on the student council. By the age of 19, she had gotten pregnant and had had an abortion. She said the most powerful entry in her diary is the blank page the day after she found out she was pregnant, because she felt that her soul was crushed. “I wanted to stretch my arms back across time and give that girl a great big hug,” writes Larson in the book. “Unlocking my diary gave me a greater appreciation than ever before of the contrast between the girl I used to be and the woman I had become. The realization of how far I had come empowered me to more purposefully chart a course to even greater freedom and to share my secrets with others.” Larson has a master’s in human resources and psychology from the University of Oregon and worked as a HR consultant, motivating employees. She was personally trained by Jack Canfield, co-author

Janet Larson recently published “My Diary Unlocked,” which features diary entries submitted by teenagers. of the “Chicken Soup for the Soul” book series, to present self-esteem seminars for young women. She has worked with everyone from Girl Scouts to unwed teen mothers to women and children at emergency shelters. Canfield wrote the foreword for the book. Larson decided to publish the book herself, training herself in design programs for layout and the book’s visuals, and hiring a professional editing team. After years of work, it was published on Aug. 4. “I can’t even describe it,” Larson said of finally seeing the book in physical form, her personal copy filled with notes and scribbles. The diary entries of real teenage girls are interspersed throughout research and insight from experts and empowering exercises crafted by Larson to help readers become aligned with their true selves and live more authentically. She combed through thousands of diary entries, from girls in their late teens to women now in their 60s. “The extremely powerful thing about the book is the universal themes we all go through, no matter what generation. There’s no boundaries on the issues we all ultimately feel: ‘Am I good enough? Am I lovable? Am I capable of achieving my dreams?’ “The diary entries are extremely compelling,” Larson said.

The book goes into territory that not many others do, Larson said, covering “taboo” issues that affect self-esteem such as body image, addiction, depression and suicide. She said that the book could offer a safe conversation-starter for parents on real topics that teenagers are facing. “Mothers are not supposed to read their children’s diaries, but if you have kids, this is a way to get inside information on the issues and how girls feel,” Larson said. “A huge message I got from the perspective of teens is that they don’t feel listened to. The power of connection, that’s what we need at every level.” The No. 1 message that Larson wants to share with others is, “You are not alone.” “It was extremely hard to open up and I was concerned about what my family and friends would think about what I reveal in the book — a history of depression and anxiety. I felt extremely vulnerable,” Larson said. “But it’s also a part of the message of the book, that as adults we’re the torchbearers for the next generation. We need to be vulnerable to share our stories so that others know that they’re not alone.” Her anxiety returned when she published the book, so she turned to her own advice, doing an exercise from the book about positive visualization, getting rid of those “worry thoughts.” She recorded a message to herself and listened to it whenever negative or fearful thoughts started to pop into her mind. “Your mind is going to focus on something. Why not focus on what you want?” she said. Larson has created several accompanying items to go with the book, such as a pendant and a companion diary with inspirational quotes on each page. She is busy on a workbook and has ideas for a more structured diary and a leader’s guide or manual for a women’s group. She would also like to do workshops using the book with women’s groups and book club. “I want to go out and spread these messages,” she said. Larson will do a book signing at 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 2, at Soul Scape in Encinitas. She is also slated to do two book signings at the Bay Club Carmel Valley (formerly Pacific Sports Resort) on Thursday, Oct. 23, at 11 a.m. and Tuesday, Oct. 28, at 6:30 p.m. In addition, she will appear at 10 a.m. on Nov. 1 at the Carmel Valley Library. Visit mydiaryunlocked.com. The book is also available on amazon.com.

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Two Sam Shepard plays in the footlights on Cygnet stage BY DIANA SAENGER Cygnet Theatre Artistic Director Sean Murray seems to have a good intuition for what play will entertain an audience and also challenge his actors and crew. Current productions are Pulitzer-prize winning playwright Sam Shepard’s “True West” and “Fool for Love.” Murray said he likes Cygnet Artistic Director Sean Murray directs Sam many things about Shepard’s Shepard’s ‘True West’ in repertory with ‘Fool for Love.’ plays, including that he’s a Courtesy photos funny but visceral writer. “It’s exciting to read his work, but it’s only in the live production that we see what he’s going after,” Murray said. “We’re running these two plays in repertory, but it’s not necessary to see both or one before the other. In a way, they are slightly similar in that you can feel the hand of the playwright focus on identity crisis.” In “Fool for Love” Eddie (Fran Gercke) is hunting down May (Carla Harting), the passionate love of his life. He finds her in a hotel and tries to get her to come back to him. May wants to break the relationship and start life anew. “True West” is about two brothers. Austin is a screenwriter who is taking care of his mother’s home in suburban Los Angeles. He sells his screenplay, and a lot of unexpected things come out of that, as his brother Lee (Manny Fernandes) shows up from the desert. “Both plays touch on duality,” Murray said. “May is one thing to herself and something different to Eddie. They are one thing and then they are another, split down the middle; they are two halves. The plays work on many levels. “In ‘True West,’ the brothers seem to be split between someone who’s trying to make it on the Hollywood scene, and the other who is anti-social and more of a wild, visceral Old West-type. There’s two different energies fighting each other and each one wants to be the other one.” The plays fall under what Shepard fans call his “family plays,” and Murray finds them very thought-provoking. “They get you thinking,” he said. “We think we know who we are. Shepard wants to find out what happens when you strip that away. Who are you really underneath? Shepard doesn’t necessarily like to answer a lot of questions. He likes to leave things a bit unresolved. He puts his characters into these very intense situations and lets you figure out how they got there and what’s going to happen next.

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“There’s an old man in ‘Fool for Love’ who just sits on the stage in a mysterious way, and we eventually find out he’s a big part of the story. He’s an essential character in a lot of Shepard’s plays. His own father was a very remote World War II fighter pilot who was disconnected, disillusioned and an alcoholic with violent tendencies. That character shows up in a lot in his family plays. “In ‘Fool for Love’ he’s an offstage character; in ‘True West,’ a big influence on the two brothers. Yet when we talk about the old man in each, it’s as if that father character was cut from the same cloth.” Taking on plays in repertory is not new for Murray, but still a big challenge. He stays focused by finding the truth and what’s real and exciting about each. “These plays are for theater lovers and

La Jolla Art & Wine Festival expands, adds Brew Fest This year’s sixth annual La Jolla Art & Wine Festival (LJAWF) will be bigger, better and beer-ier. In addition to growing by an extra block along Girard Avenue, the Oct. 11-12 festival will have its first night event with the inaugural BraveCort Brew Fest and Masskrugstemmen (beer stein holding contest). The two-day LJAWF (expanded by an extra block this year), runs along Girard Avenue between Prospect Street and Torrey Pines Road. The children’s art section and roaming entertainment has been stepped up, too, said festival founder Sherry Ahern. “There will be Cirque (du Soleil) type performances throughout the day, along with Stomp-style percussion dancing, the La Jolla High School Marching Band, dancers from the Ooh La La Dance Academy and singers from all over,” she said, hinting that some flash mobs might pop up. The Geppetto’s Family Art Center, located on Wall Street, will have art stations for the little ones in different media – photography with Outside the Lens, cooking with Sur La Table, fragrance-making with Tijon parfumerie, face painting, photo booths and of course, painting a car donated by Witt Lincoln. For the adults, vino will be available from more than 40 wineries from across San Diego and the Valle de Guadalupe region of Baja. Need to know: When 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 11; Brew Fest 8-11 p.m., Saturday; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 12; Where: Girard Avenue between Prospect Street and Torrey Pines Road; Admission: Free; Website: ljawf.org ; Perks: Valet parking at La Jolla High School, with all-day shuttle service to the festival.

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‘Help Us Grow’ — A reason to Celebrate! It was a sold-out evening when the Rancho Coastal Humane Society (RCHS) hosted its annual Celebration of Second Chances on Sept. 20 at the Del Mar Country Club in Rancho Santa Fe. “Help Us Grow” was the theme of the event. “Rancho Coastal Humane Society was founded in a rural area,” said RCHS President Jim Silveira. “A community grew around us. Now we’re asking the community to ‘Help Us Grow.’” Nick Winfrey, RCHS vice president of planning and development, added, “Thanks to our sponsors, guests, and volunteers. Working together you ‘Help Us Grow.’” For more information about the “Help Us Grow” campaign, visit Rancho Coastal Humane Society at 389 Requeza Street in Encinitas, log on to www.sdpets.org, call 760-753-6413 or e-mail Nick Winfrey at nwinfrey@sdpets.org. Photos by Jon Clark. For more photos online, visit www.encinitasadvocate.com.

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Technology is the story at the 2014 Arroyo Cup BY STEVE SANSONE Once again, the Arroyo pond in Rancho Santa Fe was the site of the 2014 Arroyo Cup model boat regatta which took place Sunday, Sept. 14. The event, sponsored by the Rancho Santa Fe Outdoors Club, featured many battle-tested veterans and a couple of wily new recruits, each demonstrating unique boat design ideas and highly creative construction methods. The only restriction imposed on the participants (ages 4-13): no battery or gasoperated motors. Homemade designs were encouraged over kit boats. Learning from previous yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s successes and failures, some of the young engineers built upon the tried and true to take their chances at winning the coveted claim as the regattaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fastest boat. Some of last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s successful boats used the prevailing winds to take the Cup, but this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wind-powered vessels had some difficulty due to a shift in wind direction, forcing the boats aground on Arroyo Island. Rocket-powered was still a big draw, but a redrafting of the rules will be required, as one participant simply glued a very small boat to a much larger rocket and launched it airborne. Technically, it did cross the pond, but such blatant disregard for the spirit of the Arroyo Cup will not be tolerated in the future. Typically, most rocket-powered boats fizzled out at the midway point of the course, but ohhhh, what fun the kids had counting down the launches. Solar also seemed to do well this year, and some builders planned ahead, buying larger, more powerful photo-voltaic panels. But unlike last year, steam seemed to lag, meandering the lake, occasionally catching fire and taking on water. Most engineers

present decided future designs would incorporate multiple modes of locomotion to ensure success. The â&#x20AC;&#x153;winningâ&#x20AC;? boat this year was a homebuilt solar paddle-wheel design with slight alignment problems that crossed the 80-foot course in approximately 20 minutes, following a path of Brownian motion. Unlike last year and perhaps given the heat, the kids really enjoyed getting in the water, rescuing or prodding the boats along. No diseases or leeches were contracted, despite vocal concerns of several moms present, and all had good, clean fun, except Avery Slosar and Rocco Sansone, who smeared swamp mud all over their bodies to cool off, like little piglets. In all, there were: â&#x20AC;˘ Steam putt-putts that circled just off shore which were perfect for the youngest members of the club; â&#x20AC;˘ A Titanic replica steamship that never sank. What a major letdown! â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Wendy,â&#x20AC;? a Rube Goldberg-esque multimode, utilizing rocket and solar power to power a paddlewheel made of Wendyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s restaurant plastic spoons; â&#x20AC;˘ Camouflage rocket-boat, which, of course, was hard to see at high speed; â&#x20AC;˘ A few homemade solar boats, with several unable to override the prevailing winds and shaded areas; â&#x20AC;˘ A couple of balloon boats with either poor ballast or a failed rudder system; â&#x20AC;˘ Stirling-engine-based steamboats that just seemed to want to catch fire. If the protest from the New Zealand team is denied by the Arroyo Cupâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ruling body, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s expected the cup will return to the Arroyo next year for yet another leap in boat technology.

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New book depicts history of San Diego’s University Club BY DIANE Y. WELCH The University Club atop Symphony Towers is a harmonious blend of the old meeting the new. Elegantly appointed, with panoramic views of downtown, sitting on the 34th story of Symphony Towers in San Diego, the club’s decor may be ultramodern, but its history runs deep. Reminders of the club’s venerable past are most visible. Fine art pieces that have been the club’s assets for decades grace the walls, as do historical documents. The Founder’s Room has an ambiance of age-old hushed reverence, with the entire space devoted to photographic portraits of the club’s past presidents, all of them men, with the exception of two women’s head shots that stand out: those of Ann Beard and Julie Walke. Walke, the club’s president, elected in 2008 and reelected for subsequent terms, has written “A Pictorial History of the University Club of San Diego,” which provides a detailed timeline of the morethan-century-old institution from its earliest days, when it was founded in 1896. Then it was a meeting place for educated persons to discuss current events; today it is San Diego’s most successful and longest-surviving business and civic club. Beard, a Solana Beach resident, was on the book committee that oversaw the project. She joined the club in 1986, then served as the inaugural female president in 1996 through 1998. She remains a board member along with Jim Alcorn, Rob Scott and Suzanne Swift, with Mike Bixler as vice president. A La Jolla resident, Walke, a media consultant, collaborated on the book with San Diego historian Richard W. Crawford, who wrote each president’s biography, representing 105 years of local and national leadership. Originally a co-ed club, it was made up of 13 women and eight men, said Walke during her book launch presentation at the club on Sept. 10. Two of the charter members were architect Hazel Waterman and botanist Kate Sessions. Then the club was known as the College Graduate Club. Members discussed political affairs of the day and met in each other’s homes. “Then in 1909, a group of fraternity brothers wanted to organize the club more permanently, and that’s when it was incorporated,” Walke explained. That’s also when it became an all-male club, with women barred from membership. The inaugural president was Russell Allen, who later became director of the Buildings and Grounds Committee for the 1915 Panama-California Exposition.

Ann Beard, left, and Julie Walke. Photo by Melissa Jacobs

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Photo by Peden & Munk/Trunk Archive The male members built a clubhouse that had apartments. As men returned from World War I, they were able to live there. “It was a good place for them to stay connected,” said Walke. In 1977, the women’s movement was in full force; consequently, the club invited women back into the fold. “I think they probably had to increase their membership for financial reasons,” Walke said. “But they’ve never looked back since.” The clubhouse, on Seventh Avenue, was sold in 1989 and about 400 members opted to stay in the club membership. At the same time, a Dallas-based professional club corporation took over its management when it relocated to the Symphony Towers. Instead of dispersing the funds from the sale among the members, it was decided to hold on to them. “In case the arrangement did not work out,” said Walke. Club-related activities were removed from bylaws, and the club’s focus was centered on art preservation, its history and philanthropic work. “It was something that I had to explain a lot, and so that is partly why the book came about,” said Walke. And with the 25-year anniversary of the clubhouse sale and the move into the new location, it was even more timely. “Clearly the relationship has worked out very well to everyone’s benefit. This is a beautiful place and our members are very proud of it.” The San Diego City Council will be honoring the University Club with a proclamation at a City Council Meeting on Oct. 7. The book is available for $55. Send a check or money order made payable to “The 1909 University Club of San Diego, Inc.” to PO Box 195, La Jolla, CA 92038. Or call 858-729-9933.

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SPOTLIGHT on LOCAL BUSINESS Technology leader MediaTek opens San Diego office The smartphone chip business is growing in San Diego. Expanding its U.S. footprint, Taiwanese-based MediaTek unveiled its San Diego office during a ribbon-cutting ceremony Sept. 24. â&#x20AC;&#x153;North America is a very important market for MediaTek,â&#x20AC;? said Kristin Taylor, the companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s vice president of public and analyst relations. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Because of that importance, we need to be here to serve clients and operators, the American people, to make sure that they have the technology that we engineer.â&#x20AC;? Specializing in providing low-cost radios and apps processors to phone makers primarily in China, MediaTek is now working on â&#x20AC;&#x153;advanced and next generation technologies.â&#x20AC;? With 22 locations worldwide, MediaTek has already established its presence in the U.S. in Austin, Boston, Irvine and San Jose. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We think thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a lot of engineering talent here and we know weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be tapping into that talent by creating the office here,â&#x20AC;? said Taylor, who added the company has hired and is still recruiting engineers, as well as talent in finance, marketing and other departments. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There are some wonderful universities in town that can be feeders for us.â&#x20AC;? Since its founding in 1997, MediaTek has grown to become a market leader and pioneer in cutting-edge systemon-chip solutions for wireless communications, high-definition television, optical storage, and DVD and Blu-ray products. The companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s newest U.S. branch is located on the fifth floor of 10188 Telesis Court in Sorrento Valley â&#x20AC;&#x201D; near the headquarters of rival Qualcomm. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not on anybodyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s heels,â&#x20AC;? Taylor said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re on our own path and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re working to serve and support the people that use our technologies. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s really, really important to MediaTek to stay close to the customers to understand

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Village Church Installation of Rev. Dr. Neal Presa An installation of the Rev. Dr. Neal Presa, one of the Associate Pastors of the Village Church, was held Sept. 28. Photos by Jon Clark. For photos online, visit www.rsfreview.com. For more information, visit www.villagechurch.org.

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Rick Schmitt to host San Dieguito Union High School District Superintendent’s Forum Oct. 9 at CCA Superintendent Rick Schmitt will host a San Dieguito Union High School District Superintendent’s Forum from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 9, in the Canyon Crest Academy Proscenium Theatre, Performing Arts area. Schmitt will be covering a variety of topics, including the 2014-15 key priorities, student achievement, the district’s multiyear and gradual transition to the Common Core, budget, safety, high school selection and middle-school choice, and updates on the district’s Prop. AA modernization projects. Schmitt will also field questions from parents. Canyon Crest Academy is at 5961 Village Center Loop Road, San Diego.

Democratic clubs to host event for Escondido mayoral candidate Diaz The Rancho Santa Fe and Escondido Democratic clubs announced recently they are cosponsoring a reception for Escondido mayoral candidate Olga Diaz, with California’s 49th lieutenant governor, Gavin Newsom, and former assemblymember Nathan Fletcher. The event, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 9, will be held at the Museum of the California Center for the Arts, Escondido, 340 N. Escondido Blvd., in Escondido. Diaz, a lifelong California resident, was first elected to the Escondido City Council in 2008 and re-elected in 2012. She is a homeowner, wife of an Escondido police lieutenant, active member of the Escondido community and the first Latina elected to the Escondido City Council. She serves as Deputy Mayor of Escondido and works at a nonprofit social service agency. Diaz also serves as chairwoman of the Escondido Creek Watershed Alliance, is an alternate on the California Coastal Commission and is past chairwoman of the San Dieguito River Park Joint Powers Authority. To reserve for the reception, email rsvp@olgadiaz.com. Tickets are $100 per person. Make checks payable to “Olga Diaz for Mayor 2014’ and mail to: Olga Diaz, 2519 Mountain Crest Glen, Escondido, CA 92007. Contribute online at: www.olgadiaz.com.

SD Ballet opens with premiere of ‘Seven Beauties’ To mark its 25th anniversary season, San Diego Ballet will present the U.S. premiere of “Seven Beauties” at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 11 at San Diego Civic Theater. The next program will be the holiday favorite “The Nutcracker,” Dec. 27-28 at San Diego Symphony Hall, followed by the sultry “Sweet Synergy Suite,” Feb. 6-8 at Lyceum Theater, Horton Plaza. The season will wrap up with “Carnival of the Animals” and “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” March 20-21 at the Lyceum Theater. Performance tickets can be purchased through the SDB box office 2640 Truxtun Road, Suite 102, in Liberty Station, by calling 619-294-7311, or online at www.sandiegoballet.org Prices from $90 for the choice of three shows.

Melodrama at Village Church Theater Oct. 5 As part of the Rancho Days celebration in Rancho Santa Fe, “The Saga of Sagebrush Sal, A Comedy Western Melodrama” is set to open Oct. 5 at the Village Church Community Theater. In this old-fashioned comic melodrama, Sagebrush Sal decides to take over the busiest establishment in town, The Bloody Turnip Saloon, which is

owned by Jake the Snake. The audience gets to join the fun in this 1890s melodrama by cheering the hero and booing the villain. The Oct. 5 performance begins at 6 p.m. Games and a barbeque begin at 4 p.m. prior to the performance. Other performances are scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Oct. 10 and 2 p.m. Oct. 12. Reserved seating for all ages is $15. General admis-

sion is $10 for adults and $5 for children 12 years and under. The general admission family package is $25 for two adults and two children 12 years and under. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 858-756-2441 ext. 106, email paulab@villagechurch. org or visit www.villagechurchcommunitytheater. org. The Village Church Community Theater

Lonestar to headline hospital benefit Oct. 18 Lonestar will be the headliner at the “Country for the Kids” concert set for Oct. 18 at the Santaluz Club in San Diego, benefiting the Hospital Infantil de las Californias. Lonestar has sold more than 10 million albums and recorded nine No. 1 hit songs on the country charts (and 18 in the top 10). More than a remarkable music event, the evening will commemorate 20 years of the hospital’s service to children. In just that time, impressive humanitarian milestones have been accomplished. In June, the Hospital Infantil de las Californias surpassed its 10,000th surgery, and in October it’s anticipated that the hospital’s 400,000th medical consultation will have been provided. Proceeds from “Country for the Kids” will benefit the 20/20 in the 20th Anniversary Campaign to complete the third operating room at the hospital’s surgery center to include an ophthalmology specialty. The goal this year is to raise $900,000, which will outfit the operating room with much needed surgical equipment necessary for specific intra-ocular procedures. It will also help fund the

P.A.P.I. (indigent care) program. The goal is to restore 20/20 eyesight to children with vision disorders, who are blind, or who will go needlessly blind because they are poor. The Foundation for the Children of the Californias is a tri-national collaboration of Canada, the United States, and Mexico, endeavoring to improve the health and nutrition for the children of the California and Mexico border “mega-region” through the operation of the Hospital Infantil de las Californias. This specialty medical and education complex is next to the border (a half-mile into Baja California, Mexico). No child is turned away for inability to pay. Concert doors open at 4 p.m. at the Santaluz Club, 8170 Caminito Santaluz East, San Diego. Food stations and silent auction also opens. At 7:45 p.m. the live auction begins. At 8 p.m. Lonestar performs. Tickets are $175 general, $275 VIP, and $500 Patron. All levels include dinner and gift. Visit www.usfcc.org, call 858-278-5437, or email amandaj@usfcc.org.

Pegasus finds home for horses The board at Pegasus Rising recently announced that its 14 special Polish Arabians havebeen relocated to the Lake Wohlford Escondido area at The Escondido Equestrian Center for Natural Horsemanship. A special thanks and debt of gratitude goes to Joan Layte, who is the owner/operator of the horses’ new home! Layte reached out to Pegasus after hearing about their emergency situation from local television news coverage, and she generously offered a portion of her 18-acre facility as a place for the rescue organization to call its new home. Pegasus will soon be undertaking construction of hay and shade structures before winter sets in. Continued support in the form of both monetary and in-kind donations of materials are still needed to make this happen. Pegasus is also seeking the donation of a used golf cart to help transport hay and materials, so if you have an “underutilized” used golf cart (or know someone who does), please consider donating it for Pegasus’ day-to-day operational needs. The entire Pegasus herd was moved on the morning of Aug. 26. ”A special thanks goes out to the farrier, Ramiro, our former Rancho Santa Fe next door neighbor, Bill Ziering, as well as Connie Williams for donating their time and equipment to assist in safely transporting this undomesticated herd.” After giving the herd the time they need to adjust to their new surroundings, all of Pegasus’ therapeutic programs will begin again on Saturday, Oct. 4. The herd is definitely missing their interaction with veterans and “champing at the bit” to be working again. Pegasus would like to extend its thanks to everyone who helped make the relocation possible as, without the entire community’s assistance, it would not have come to fruition! Visit pegasusrising.org.

Auditions set Oct. 6-7 for ‘Rented Christmas’ musical The Village Church Community Theater announces auditions for “Rented Christmas, the Musical,” from 6-8 p.m. Monday, Oct. 6 and Tuesday, Oct. 7 at the Village Community Church, 6225 Paseo Delicias in Rancho Santa Fe. Roles for a large cast includes children ages 8-12, teens and adults. Stipends are paid for some lead roles. Performances are Dec. 5, 6 and 7. For audition information and appointments, contact margiew@villagechurch.org or www.villagechurchcommunitytheater.org. “Rented Christmas” is a joyful story about John Dale, a wealthy bachelor who hasn’t enjoyed a real Christmas for years. On a whim, he decides to rent Christmas — a tree with presents, Christmas carols, and a wife and five children — from Anne Weston, who owns the local rental shop. She contacts the local actors’ guild for the children, but at the last moment, they come down with measles — so she turns to the local orphanage. Based on a short story by J. Lillian Vandervere, “Rented Christmas, the Musical,” quickly became one of the most popular Christmas shows for both actors and audience when last produced in 2010 at the theater.

La Jolla Symphony begins 60th season Oct. 11 La Jolla Symphony and Chorus will kick off its 60th anniversary season with a Diamond Jubilee! gala Saturday, Oct. 11, at The Westgate Hotel in downtown San Diego. The event will include auctions, a wine raffle, dinner and dancing, and a tribute to educator and piano legend Cecil Lytle. On selecting Lytle as the group’s “Arts Angel 2014,” music director Steven Schick acknowledged Lytle’s impact at UC San Diego, in the community and in the concert hall. During his tenure with the music department, Lytle helped establish it on an international level. His years of service as provost of Thurgood Marshall College resulted in student, faculty and curricular diversity, and as a founding member of The Preuss School at UCSD, he was instrumental in developing this nationally recognized, transformative charter school. Lytle is an advocate of contemporary and 19th- and 20th-century music as a piano recitalist and recording artist. Gala tickets, $175 per person, are available at www.lajollasymphony.com and 858-5344637. The 2014-15 concert season begins the weekend of Nov. 8-9 with Schick conducting Gustav Mahler’s Symphony No. 5, and choral director David Chase conducting a world premiere by Nathan Davis and librettist Laura Mullen for chorus and four percussionists. Visit www.lajollasymphony.com.

Taste of DM returns Oct. 5 with art stroll, family fun The annual Del Mar Taste & Art Stroll returns to the heart of the charming Del Mar Village on Sunday, Oct. 5. Presented by the Del Mar Village Association and the city of Del Mar, this family-fun event includes a free art stroll amid original artwork from local and regional juried artists, ticketed restaurant tastings, live music, beer and wine “sip stops” and a dog stroll area for man’s best friend. To purchase tickets or to view full artist and musician lineups, visit www.taste.delmarmainstreet.com or call 858-735-3650.

Retirement finances to be topic Oct. 23 Retirement financing will be the topic at the next meeting of the UC San Diego Economics Roundtable, held at at 7:30 a.m. Oct. 23 at the UC San Diego Faculty Club. John Shoven, Charles R. Schwab Professor of Economics at Stanford, The Trione Director of SIEPR, and the Buzz and Barbara McCoy Senior Fellow of the Hoover Institution, will discuss “Adjusting Retirement Institutions for Longer Life Expectancies: You Can’t Finance 30-Year Retirements with 40-Year Careers!” For information and registration, visit www.economics.ucsd.edu/roundtable, email econroundtable@ucsd.edu, or call 858-534-9710.

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SPOTLIGHT on LOCAL BUSINESS

Fair Trade Décor proud to be part of trade federation protecting artisans • DM shop scheduling October events to increase awareness, promote wares

BY KRISTINA HOUCK From hand-woven baskets to handmade soap, every item in Del Mar’s Fair Trade Décor has a story. In an effort to share those stories with as many people as possible, owners Betsy and Jude Paganelli of Carmel Valley opened their shop a year and a half ago at 1412 Camino del Mar in Del Mar. “It’s like a store, museum and a library,” said Betsy, a former special-needs elementary school teacher in Solana Beach. “I just enjoy being around all of these beautiful, handmade products and learning the stories behind them ...” “... and sharing the stories with people,” finished Jude, a biomedical engineer. Adhering to fair trade principles such as fair pay, safe working conditions and ecofriendliness, the husband-and-wife duo previously sold fair trade products at farmers markets for two years. Happy with the response from customers, the couple opened their shop, which Betsy noted is San Diego’s first 100 percent fair trade store. About six months after opening its doors, Fair Trade Décor became the first retail store in the county to receive membership in the Fair Trade Federation, a trade association that strengthens and promotes North American organizations fully committed to fair trade. “I wanted to make sure the artisans are really getting paid fair wages,” Betsy said. “I can’t travel to all those countries and meet the artisans face to face, so I need an organization to help me.” “It also tells the customer what we stand for,” added Jude. “It validates what fair trade means to us.” From artwork to pillows, Fair Trade Décor now sells items from 43 countries. The couple choose the products they sell by purchasing online and visiting international trade shows. “There’s a shortage of fair trade retail in the U.S.,” Jude said. “Fair trade doesn’t benefit the artists if there’s no place to sell the product.” Added Betsy, “It’s about giving people an opportunity to help themselves through their crafts.” With Fair Trade Month around the corner, Del Mar’s Fair Trade Décor has scheduled a number of free events for October. Fair Trade Décor hosts a drum circle from 7-9 p.m. every first and third Sunday. Led by João Vincient Lewis, director of Hands On World Music and leader of the Carlsbad Beach Drum Circle, this month’s drum circle takes place Oct. 5 and 19. Other events include an alebrije painting demonstration featuring two painters from Oaxaca, Mexico, from noon to 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 3 and Saturday, Oct. 4. The San Diegobased Paul Cannon Band will visit the shop from 7-9 p.m. Oct. 23. And local resident Emily Moberly will stop by from 1-2:30 p.m. Oct. 26. Moberly is the founder of Traveling Stories, a

Above: A colorful variety of wares at Fair Trade Décor in Del Mar, from handwoven baskets to handcrafted soaps. Right: Owners Betsy and Jude Paganelli are proud their store has received membership in the Fair Trade Federation. Photos by Kristina Houck. nonprofit that promotes literacy. “It’s in celebration of fair trade and just being a part of the greater community,” said Betsy, adding that the store’s motto is to “shop locally and help globally.” “The local residents have been very supportive of the shop and fair trade,” Jude said. “They’ve welcomed us into the community.” For more about Fair Trade Décor, visit www.fairtradedecor.com. Business spotlights are developed through this newspaper’s advertising department in support of our advertisers.

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Is Impact Investing the Way of the Future? The next generation of investors is estimated to inherit $41 trillion from the baby boomers, and trends are revealing that impact investing will not only be part of mainstream wealth management, but it may become the coreportfolio. With that in mind, some of the biggest names in the ﬁnancial service industry – Morgan Stanley, UBS AG, The Goldman Sachs Group Inc., and JPMorgan Chase & Co. – have already made plans to establish or increase the activities around impact investing. According to the Global Impact Investing Network (GIIN), impact investments are

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RANCHO SANTA FE REVIEW - OCTOBER 2, 2014 - PAGE B17 name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. Notice of Hearing Date: OCT 17, 2014 Time: 8:30 AM Dept 46. The address of the court is: same as noted above. 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: Rancho Santa Fe Review. Date: SEP 02, 2014. David J. Danielsen Judge of the Superior Court RSF380. Sept. 11, 18, 25, Oct. 2, 2014 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO 330 W. Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 Hall of Justice PETITION OF: NINA MARIE HILARIO for change of name. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER 37-2014-00029405-CU-PT-CTL TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner NINA MARIE HILARIO filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Present Name: NINA MARIE HILARIO to Proposed Name: NINA MARIE MERCIÉ 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 court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. Notice of Hearing Date: 10/17/14 Time: 9:30 AM Dept C-46. The address of the court is: 220 West Broadway, San Diego, CA 92101. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Rancho Santa Fe Review. Date: SEP 02, 2014. David J. Danielsen Judge of the Superior Court RSF379. Sept. 11, 18, 25, Oct. 2, 2014

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Boys Jr. Dunkers, Adult Boot Camp and more at the RSF Community Center BY LINDA DURKET, RSF COMMUNITY CENTER, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR “All Fore the Community” Golf Classic! Oct. 27 Join us for our 21st Annual Golf Classic at the exclusive Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club on Monday, Oct. 27. Player fee is $350 per golfer and includes golf cart, lunch, swing analysis, tee prizes, award ceremony, dinner and hosted bar. Make your reservations early! All proceeds will benefit the RSF Community Center. For more information on registration or sponsorship opportunities, please call 858-756-2461 or visit www.rsfcc.org. Neighbor Night Rancho Days returns this year and the RSF Community Center’s popular Neighbor Night will be on Friday, Oct. 10, 5:30 to 8 p.m. Neighbor Night offers residents a chance to meet or reconnect and is one of the most popular traditions of the week. Guests bring an appetizer to share and their favorite beverage to the host’s home. If you are interested in hosting, please call us at 858-756-2461. We will provide you with invitations and assist with your mailing list! We are offering “Kids Night In” in conjunction with this event to provide childcare for those participating in Neighbor Night. Visit www.rsfcc.org for more information. Boys Junior Dunkers Registration for our Boys Jr. Dunkers basketball league is open! This popular recreational league is for boys in grades 1 through 6. Players in grades 1 – 6 are divided by grade into 3 divisions. The program is supported by local sponsors and volunteer coaches and run by Coach Mike Rausa of One On One basketball. If you are interested in sponsoring or coaching for the 2014 season, please call 858-756-2461. RSFCC family membership required for all players. Cost per player is $250 and includes 3 free basketball clinics. Deadline for sign ups is October 10. Don’t miss out, register your child today! Parents Night Out Need a night out without the kids? Call us! Kids will

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Haley said one feature that members have loved is the outdoor feature. Users can pick locations like wooded trails or scenic San Francisco streets to move along with them on the screens as they walk, ride or run so they feel as if they are outside. “People have emailed me from the machine to tell me how awesome it is,” Haley said. The TechnoGym weight training machines are cablebased, so users can move the cables in any direction for a variety of exercises. The six machines can do more than 150 exercises. “This space was really noisy before because of the typical clanking of the weight stack equipment, but with the cables, it’s really quiet,” Haley said. “Members have commented on how quiet it is in here, even with the increased use.” Each machine uses Italian leather, and a lot of thought has gone into com-

fort of use. As an example, the core work machine has eliminated the hard bar that used to land across the chest; instead, it now has straps that resemble a backpack. The Crosby also has the Kinesis I, a stand-alone station that uses a cable system with multiple handles above and below as well as waist belts and ankle belts. It does everything all six of the other machines do. Sanabria said it’s used a lot for sportspecific resistance training. The group exercise room also got an update with 11 new spin bikes, new TRX suspension training mounts and new hand weights, yoga mats and exercise balls. Two sets of double doors were converted to windows to control access, and ceiling fans were added to match the gym. The Crosby offers 11 group classes a week and one-on-one training on a gyrotonic tower, which Haley describes as a “super-duper Pilates reformer.” Members have key-fob access to the gates that open

Linda Durket, Executive Director have a blast with our game truck, crafts, games, sports and dinner while mom and dad enjoy a night out. Join us on Oct. 3, Nov. 14 and Dec. 12 from 5-9 p.m. $35 per child, $30 per sibling. Space is limited to 35 kids, so sign up and reserve your spot today! New Boot Camp Class! Ready to sweat? Join us for a full-body workout with Coach Hosea for a 60 minute work out on Tuesdays and Thursday, 8:30-9:30 a.m. beginning Sept. 30. Cost: $20 for drop ins or $100 for an unlimited pass. Introductory class will be on Tuesday, Sept. 30, and is free! the fitness center. Sanabria said when Starwood owned The Crosby, the fitness center was sold as an amenity to the homeowners. But Sanabria said he wants fitness members to feel that this is their place and have a sense of ownership with the key fobs. While The Crosby is closed on Tuesdays, the fitness center is open daily. The Crosby Club has three levels of memberships: social, which is just a dining membership; golf, which has access to everything including the fitness center; and the sports membership, which has access to everything except golf, but it does come with eight rounds of golf a year. Members do not have to be residents of The Crosby. The fitness center has a cap of 240 memberships. Sanabria said he’d love to sell it out by next year. “This facility is really going to open people’s eyes to the value of a sports membership at The Crosby,” he said. Visit thecrosbyclub. com.

Breast cancer walk set for Oct. 19 in Balboa Park More than 300 communities nationwide will host an American Cancer Society “Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk” this year. San Diego’s 4-mile non-competitive jaunt begins at 8 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 19, in Balboa Park. (Registration starts at 7 a.m.) Proceeds will help the American Cancer Society fight the disease with breast cancer research, information and services, and access to mammograms for women who need them. To sign up, volunteer or donate, call 800-227-2345 or visit http://main.acsevents.org/ site/TR/MakingStridesAgainstBreastCancer/MSABCCY14CA?pg=entry&fr_id=62746.

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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties Celebrates FirstYear Brand Anniversary at RSF Office More than 100 real estate professionals, staff and corporate executives celebrated the one-year anniversary of the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties brand at the Rancho Santa Fe office on Sept. 22 in a festive evening with food, wine and custombranded birthday cake, enhanced by live classical music. Photos by McKenzie Images. For photos online, visit www.rsfreview.com.

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Award-winning Realtor Debbie Sorensen, GRI, returns to Willis Allen Real Estate Debbie Sorensen, GRI, a north San Diego County real estate specialist, has returned to Willis Allen Real Estate, joining the company’s Rancho Santa Fe office. Sorensen previously worked in Willis Allen’s Fallbrook location. “Willis Allen has an unmatched presence in San Diego County,” says Sorensen when asked what drew her back to the 100-year-old company. “Willis Allen may have been around for a century, but they have state-of-the-art marketing tools that you simply don’t find at any other brokerage.” Sorensen, who says she gives every customer a personal guarantee of her service to them, recently earned an award that was given based on positive survey responses from former buyers and sellers. To qualify for the award, Sorensen had to receive a 95 percent customer satisfaction rating. “Customer approval is something I strive for at every turn, and to be acknowledged for that commitment is something I am really proud of.” Sorensen says she is also committed to staying up on the current real estate issues, market trends and technological advances. She is currently working to obtain her broker’s license. “In a business where an agent’s success depends so heavily on client referrals, which is solely reliant on previous clients’ positive experiences, Debbie hits it out of the park,” says Gary Wheeler, Willis Allen’s Rancho Santa Fe branch manager. “Debbie is a great communicator, as well as being honest and knowledgeable. We are excited to have her back on the Willis Allen team.”

Debbie Sorensen To contact Realtor Debbie Sorensen call 760-8224289, send an email to d.sorensen325@gmail.com, or visit www.dsorensenproperties.com. You can also follow her on Facebook or Zillow. To learn more about Willis Allen Real Estate visit www.willisallen.com.

RSF’s Rancho Days event offers BBQs, open houses, wine tasting, Taco Fest and more Rancho Santa Fe’s Rancho Days event has lots of activities for everyone to enjoy! Here’s a brief rundown of the schedule. Rancho Days runs Oct. 3-Oct. 12. For details, contact Rancho Days Chairman Shannon Mountain at 858-756-1174 or shannon@rsfassociation.org: 4-8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 3: • Rotary Fall Festival Family 35th annual BBQ, sponsored by the RSF Rotary Club & The Inn at RSF. Cost: $12 adult, $8 child. Saturday, Oct. 4: • Rancho Riding Club Trail Ride, Lunch And Exhibition. 10 a.m. trail ride, 12:30 p.m. lunch, 12:30 p.m. exhibition. Free, but please reserve by Sept. 28. Sunday, Oct. 5: • 4-7 p.m. BBQ, games, and a production of “Saga of Sagebrush Sal: A Comedy Western Melodrama” at the Village Church. Reserve seating: $15; general admission $10 for adults, $5 for children 12 and under; family package $25 for two adults and two children 12 and under. Visit www.villagechurch.org or call 858-756-2441, ext. 100 or 106, email paulab@villagechurch.org, nealp@villagechurch. org. Monday, Oct. 6: • 5:30 p.m. Monday Night Football at Delicias, 6106 Paseo Delicias, with free pizza. Tuesday, Oct. 7: • 7:30-10 a.m. Crepes and Coffee with the Rancho Santa Fe Foundation at the Country Friends patio. • 5-6:30 p.m. Petals & Prose Flower Exhibition and Reception. Select a book and create a flower arrangement that captures its spirit. Prizes will be given to guests who correctly match the most arrangements to the displayed books. “Check out” the arrangements at the Library from Oct. 8-10. Call 858-756-2754. • 5-6:30 p.m. Carpe Diem at Sunset, RSF Library Open House. Enjoy extended hours at sunset after taking in “Petals & Prose” at the Rancho Santa Fe Garden Club across the street. Refreshments will be served. Wednesday, Oct. 8: • 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. RSF Association Taco Fest. Beef and chicken tacos cooked fresh on the grill plus beans, rice, guacamole and chips. Country-western music by Skip Cox and “Cash on Demand.” • 11:30 a.m. Country Friends and The Prestige Realty Group reception on the patio at 6030 El Tordo in RSF with cake, refreshments and art on display from the Art Guild. • 4:30 p.m. Trail Walk. Meet in the upper parking lot of the Golf Club for two trail hikes. One hike will be an easier walk, about 30 minutes and one will be closer to an hour. After the walks, meet on the Golf Club’s patio for light appetizers and a no-host bar. Thursday, Oct. 9: • 5-6:30 p.m. Wine Tasting at the RSF Inn. Enjoy tast-

ings from a variety of wineries including Duckhorn Vineyards, Flowers Vineyards, Adelsheim Vineyards, and Chateau Montelena Winery. Free; includes light appetizers. Call 858-381-8212. Friday, Oct. 10: • 2:30-4 p.m. Strings in the Garden. RSF Senior Center hosts a garden reception with music by Caprice Strings. Meet friends and neighbors, enjoy Thyme in the Ranch goodies, and relax in the Senior Center garden. Free. Valet parking provided. Call 858756-3041. • 5-8:30 p.m. KIDS’ Night Out | Parents’ Night Out. $35 per child/ $30 per sibling. Kids’ Night Out child care evening for grades K-5 coincides with Neighbor Night (see below). Sports, games, crafts, pizza and fun for the kids, giving you time to mingle with your neighbors. To register, call 858-756-2461. • 5:30-8 p.m. Neighbor Night. Hosts on each street are asked to open their homes, and neighbors are invited to bring an appetizer to share and their favorite beverage. The Community Center will provide hosts with invitations, and for those living in the Covenant, mailing labels. To host or attend a party on your street, contact Linda Durket at 858-756-2461 or visit www.rsfcc.org. Saturday, Oct. 11: • 3-5 p.m. Rancho Days Tennis Mixer. RSF Tennis Club invites you to play in the Mixed Double Mixer, three rounds of dou-

bles with a variety of partners, music and eats. Come with a partner or be set up with one by Head Pro Derek Miller. After the party, enjoy a cold beverage and appetizer while watching a Mixed Double exhibition by club professionals. • 4:30-8 p.m. RSF Historical Society Fandango. A festive wrap up for Rancho Days 2014. Music by: Mariachi Divinas; Guillermo’s Tacos will provide three different types of tacos, beans and rice; margaritas and sangria also available. RSVP by Oct. 4 at info@rsfhs.org or call 858-756-9291. Sunday, Oct. 12: • 8-11 a.m. RSF Fire Pancake Breakfast. Cost: $5 adult / $3 child. The Rancho Santa

Fe Professional Firefighters Association and Rancho Santa Fe Fire Protection District hosting the annual breakfast at RSF Fire Station 1, 16936 El Fuego. Includes station tours, photos with the firefighters, fire engine and ambulance displays, Basic CPR Class, Jump houses, and more. Visit www. rsf-fire.org. • 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Fiesta de Osuna Adobe. Experience a little bit of history during a tour of the 1831 Osuna Adobe and enjoy a free lunch and entertainment by Los Californios (Musica Antique de Alta California). At 1 p.m. try the Apple Dunking Contest with prizes for children and horses.

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