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R. ROGER ROWE SCHOOL HOSTS FTC ROBOTICS TOURNAMENT The R. Roger Rowe Middle School hosted an FTC Robotics Qualifying Tournament Dec. 10 with 15 teams from around Southern California competing. The school had three teams at the event. The RSF Logitechies came away with the top Alliance Trophy. The school’s other teams, the RSF Intergalactic Dragons and RSF Singularity, also showed strong through their creative designs. (Above) David Scuba, Malcolm McDonough and Ella Sobhani from the "RSF Intergalactic Dragons. For more, see page A12. Online: www.rsfreview.com

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unanimously approved using a lease-leaseback method to build the new projects at its Dec. 8 meeting. With the lease-leaseback method, a school district has the flexibility to select a contractor not just by the lowest bid, but on the ability to complete the project. The property is then leased to the contractor, usually for a low amount. The contractor then builds the project and leases the property back to the school district. After funding was locked down in June, the district reviewed 10 firms that responded to its request for qualifications for construction services in August. Of those, six were selected: McCarthy, Erickson Hall, Balfour Beatty, C.W. Driver, Barnhart-Reese and Level-10 Construction. Interim Superintendent Eric Dill said in selecting companies, they look at experience, track records and the ability to bring in sufficient, local staff. SEE PROJECTS, A25

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BY KAREN BILLING The San Dieguito Union High School District (SDUHSD) plans to begin construction on several Prop AA projects in summer 2017. The four new campus upgrades include Torrey Pines High School’s new performing arts center, culinary arts classroom modernization and parking lot improvements set to be complete in March of 2019; a second classroom building at Pacific Trails Middle School set to be complete by August 2018; San Dieguito High School Academy’s English and social sciences classroom building targeting a March 2019 completion date; and Oak Crest Middle School’s science classroom, improvements to Crest Hall and the administration building with work completed in August 2018. Oak Crest’s renovation includes repairs from the fire on campus in late October and will be paid for with a combination of Prop AA and insurance funds. The SDUHSD board

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RSF SCHOOL BOARD ELECTS OFFICERS The Rancho Santa Fe School District Board of Trustees welcomed its new board member Sarah Neal and elected officers at its Dec. 13 meeting. Todd Frank was elected president, Tyler Seltzer was elected vice president and Marti Ritto will serve as board clerk. Board members Scott Kahn, Seltzer and Neal, all elected to the board in November (Kahn and Seltzer were incumbents), took the oath of office at the meeting.

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BY KAREN BILLING At the Dec. 8 meeting, the San Dieguito Union High School District (SDUHSD) board approved one new method they that they hope will help the bottom line this year: a one-time retirement stipend for employees who provide early notice. Per the new offer, employees who provide a notice of intent to retire in January will receive an amount equal to 5 percent of their annual salary. Those who provide their notice to retire in the month of February will receive an amount equal to 2 percent. The district hopes that the stipend will encourage a “significant” number of employees to submit retirement SEE SDUHSD, A26

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SDUHSD board approves budget BY KAREN BILLING The San Dieguito Union School District (SDUHSD) unanimously approved its first interim budget for the 2016-17 school year at the Dec. 8 meeting. The first interim budget includes changes to district revenue due to a slight increase in the state’s funding and an increase in property tax estimates. Other changes to the revenue include an increase from the Tobacco Use and Prevention Education grant — the grant provides funding for three years. The total projected revenue is $129,936,271 while the expenditures are $139,705,135, representing a deficit of $9.7 million. “I am not happy that we’re $9.7 million in debt this year,” SDUHSD Trustee Mo Muir said. SDUHSD Interim Superintendent Eric Dill reassured Muir that the projected deficit is not as bad as she thinks. Dill said the district has a pattern of showing deficits throughout the school year and closing the gap as the year progresses. As an example, the district had been projecting a $2.4 million deficit for the 2015-16 school year in spring of 2016, but ended with a $4 million surplus in the fall. Delores Perley, chief financial

officer, said that first interim is always the “worst case scenario.” “The deficit generally at first interim is the largest deficit that we look at and then throughout the year we reduce budgets where we can find savings,” Perley said. Unspent funds from the previous year carry over, Perley said, which results in an improved beginning balance in the reserves but it does increase the deficit. SDUHSD Trustee John Salazar was confused as to how they could have a surplus, which was celebrated at the September board meeting, and yet also have a deficit. “At the spring revision,which is the final budget before we close the books, we were projecting a $2 million deficit. When we closed the books we actually had a $4 million surplus ” Dill said. “That equals the $6.2 million that you see in additional funds that are available in the beginning balance.” Muir said it’s frustrating that if there is a surplus it is going into reserves and not into programs such as music, as a La Costa Canyon parent requested at last month’s meeting, or toward aquatics, as a parent pool committee is in the process of preparing a feasibility study for a

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Outgoing SDUHSD President Beth Hergesheimer and SDUHSD Interim Superintendent Eric Dill at the Dec. 8 SDUHSD board meeting.

Amy Herman elected SDUHSD board president BY KAREN BILLING Amy Herman was elected president of the San Dieguito Union High School District Board of Trustees at the Dec. 8 meeting. This is the first time Amy that Herman has held Herman the office of president. The Carmel Valley resident was first elected to the board in 2010 and was re-elected to her second four-year term in 2014. The board also selected Joyce Dalessandro as vice president and Beth

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New executive director joins RSF Garden Club Rancho Santa Fe Garden Club, a not-for-profit organization, recently announced important staff changes. First, at the end of December, Executive Director Erin Browne will leave the Garden Club, get married, and move farther north. Secondly, Shelly Breneman has joined the RSF Garden Club as its new executive director. "We are truly sorry to lose Erin. She is well-liked, very capable, and will be missed by all who know her. We are delighted to welcome Shelly to the RSF Garden Club," said Phil Larsen, Garden Club president. "Shelly brings a wealth of valuable experience to us. Shelly has previously worked in nonprofit organizations and has successfully planned and organized community events. We look forward to her help in keeping the Garden Club a special resource within RSF." Breneman’s background

Shelly Breneman. includes 15 years of administration, event planning, program coordination and financial management experience in the nonprofit sector. She comes to the Rancho Santa Fe Garden Club from the Welk Resort where she worked in Sales and Customer Service. Prior to her work in real estate, she served as the executive director for the Actors Alliance of San Diego, a 500-member

non-profit service organization designed to promote the individual theater artist. Her experience also included stints as an arts educator and public speaker for several major theatre companies in San Diego and Hawaii. “I am thrilled to be taking on the role of executive director for the Garden Club,” Breneman said. “I look forward to continuing the incredible traditions of the Garden Club in addition to implementing new events and programs that allow collaboration with other local organizations that serve the Rancho Santa Fe community.” The Rancho Santa Fe Garden Club is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that focuses on the development of charitable horticulture and charitable conservation activities, both within and outside the community of Rancho Santa Fe. For more information, visit www.rsfgardenclub.org.

San Dieguito Half Marathon to leave Rancho Santa Fe BY KAREN BILLING After 48 years running through Rancho Santa Fe, the San Dieguito Half Marathon has changed course. The 13.1-mile race, one of the oldest half marathons in America, has moved from the Ranch to Qualcomm Stadium. Kathy Loper Events did not respond to a request for comment, but, according to Loper’s post on the event Facebook page, the decision to move was made as they “continue to focus on the quality of the event.” “In review of how county roads handles their permit process and signage request, how local residents felt and the way our volunteer course marshals were treated, I felt it was best to review other options for this event,” Loper wrote. In February, about 50 Rancho Santa Fe homeowners and businesses complained to the Rancho Santa Fe Association board about the negative impacts of the event, held on Valentine’s Day in 2016. Typically the race involved four-and-a-half-hour closures of Rancho Santa Fe roads, such as La Granada, as runners made their way from San Dieguito County Park and back. Residents complained that they could not get out of their homes on race day and they also complained about the proliferation of signage and barricades,

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Torrey Pines’ Red Ribbon Week takes on opioid epidemic BY KAREN BILLING The Torrey Pines High School Peer Assisted Listeners and advisor Don Collins put together a Red Ribbon Week full of activities to raise awareness about the dangers of drugs and alcohol, and especially driving under the influence. “This is a life-saving, life-changing, rest of your life message,” said Collins. Collins said it has been proven that education does work to change behaviors — since 1980, the work of Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) not only changed attitudes toward drunk driving but lobbied to change government laws and programs. As a result, today drunken driving fatalities are half of what they were 25 years ago. However, in that same amount of time, drug overdose numbers have skyrocketed in America — mostly from pharmaceutical drugs and most of its victims are under the age of 24 years old. And most, Collins said, started using in high school. The Center for Disease Control reported last week that prescription opioid deaths surpassed 30,000 in 2015. Deaths involving powerful synthetic opiates, such as fentanyl, rose by nearly 75 percent from 2014 to 2015. “I do this work in the memory of the students I have personally cared about and taught who have died of drug overdoses. Talented, bright, and powerful young people lost too soon, and lost to their families forever,” Collins said. “Being a teenager is tough, but numbing yourself can permanently affect your brain development and possibly kill you.”

Students check out the crashed car on campus, courtesy of MADD. For Red Ribbon Week, PALS students decorated the campus with red ribbons and 800 informational posters. The theme was Snap Chat, with the motto “Don’t make drugs and alcohol a part of your story” and the school had a geo-filter with a Red Ribbon Week theme and two Snap Chat Selfie Stations. MADD had a crashed car on campus and hundreds of students signed a pledge not to drive under the influence or get into the car with someone who is under the influence. For the second year in a row, students heard from DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration) Special Agent Rocky Herron

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whose 26-year career is like “a real life ‘Narcos,’” the popular Netflix show about DEA agents tracking drug traffickers, such as Pablo Escobar, in South America. “I’m a very patriotic man and I am living my dream serving my country. But there are many things happening in this country that make me very ashamed,” Herron said. “I am fighting to change things that need to be changed…we are the biggest drug consuming country on the planet.” Herron reminded the students that the choice to put drugs into their bodies never just affects themselves — the money goes to support the drug trade in places like Tijuana,

El Salvador and Columbia, and fund actions such as torture and murder. “All of that violence is paid for by us,” Herron said. Herron said those startling numbers of overdose deaths barely represent the pain — millions of people are living in total misery every day and Herron believes every social ill is related to substance abuse, be it crime, neglect, abuse or poverty. “And it all starts with a choice,” Herron said, noting if more people made the right one he would gladly be out of a job. Herron said it is a challenging time for teenagers as there is a new risk of “fake pills”— people are manufacturing fake prescription pills like Xanax and the makers “don’t care what’s in it or what it does.” The counterfeit pills are often laced with fentanyl, which is a synthetic narcotic 50 times more powerful than heroin and 100 times stronger than morphine. All it takes is a tiny dose of fentanyl to kill but some fake pills contain enough to kill 10 people. Even DEA professionals like Herron can’t tell the difference between a real and a fake pill and there have even been cases of Spice (synthetic marijuana) sprayed with fentanyl. Herron’s passion is speaking out to young people — he has spoken to over 40,000 high school students, including at a school in Medellín, Columbia, on his own choice. “There are people who say an hour won’t accomplish anything. Sadly there is some truth to that,” Herron said. “But I hope that one person listened enough to not put this SEE DRUGS, A25

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Renowned chamber choir brings Christmas concert to the Village Church The San Diego Pro Arte Voices choral ensemble will perform this Friday, Dec. 16, at the Village Church, offering a powerful rendition of the Christmas story through carols and readings from Scripture. The group is well known for meaningful performances in diverse venues that bring the artistic process to as many people as possible. “We continue to prepare our hearts for Christmas this week by hosting the glorious sound of the San Diego Pro Arte Voices in our church sanctuary,” explained the Rev.

Dr. Jack Baca, senior pastor of the Village Church. “We welcome the entire community to share this memorable performance as we continue our month-long celebration of Christ’s birth.” Tickets for the 7:30 p.m. concert are available in advance at sdproartevoices.org. The performance will take place on the campus of the Village Church located at 6225 Paseo Delicias, Rancho Santa Fe, 92067. For more information and directions, visit villagechurch.org.

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Village Church volunteers Terri Dickson, Emily Murphy Reyes and Stephen Finger.

Village Church delivers hundreds of Christmas gifts to North County children Volunteers from the Village Community Presbyterian Church in Rancho Santa Fe delivered more than 400 wrapped Christmas presents to children ranging in age from newborns to teens at a Christmas party held Dec. 10 in Vista for homeless families enrolled in Solutions for Change. Vista-based Solutions for Change aids families transitioning from the street to

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homes of their own in North County. This is the eighth year the Village Church congregation has bought and wrapped gifts for the children. More than 200 children were given the chance to request clothing and toys at the Dec. 10 event that also featured a pizza dinner. Visit www.solutionsforchange.org and www.villagechurch.org.

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Passion for treating brain, spine injuries leads local doctor to great heights BY JOE TASH Dr. Douglas Chang's lifelong interest in spinal and brain injuries has led him to care for everyone from astronauts, Oympians and NFL players to regular folks who have hurt themselves while playing sports on the weekend. Chang, 50, a Carmel Valley resident, is a physical medicine and rehabilitation specialist with UC San Diego Health. He specializes in the non-surgical treatment of back pain, concussions and other injuries, seeing patients in the health systems' clinics while also participating in research projects and teaching medical students. Among his research projects has been evaluating back pain suffered by NASA astronauts following six-month stints on the international space station in zero gravity. Many of the astronauts, upon returning to earth, complain of back pain and the study is intended to determine the cause of the problem and come up with exercise routines, such as yoga and stretching to alleviate their symptoms, Chang said. Last month, Chang and his colleagues published a paper on the study's findings in the medical journal "SPINE." Through UCSD, Chang is also a consultant to the U.S. Olympic Team, the San Diego Chargers and other professional sports organizations. He and his fellow orthopedic and family medicine specialists regularly attend sporting events such as the Rock and Roll Marathon or an upcoming crew event at Mission Bay, where they are on call in case an athlete needs medical attention. Chang also travels the world to keep up on

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such as a concussion that could be missed by coaches and fellow players during the heat of competition, he said. Researchers also talked about reviewing film from past on-field incidents that resulted in injuries, to learn about the causes of injuries and adapt rules to protect players, Chang said. Such rule changes have already had an impact on reducing injuries in the NFL, he said. In his daily practice, Chang works with patients of all ages and backgrounds, including youth sports players suffering from

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Rancho Santa Fe Historical Society member Christmas Party held at La Flecha House

eaturing an “Old Fashioned Christmas” theme, the RSF Historical Society held its annual Member Christmas party on Dec. 8 at the historic La Flecha House. The event included a wide variety of tasty refreshments prepared by the RSF Historical Society Board of Directors to say thank you to those members who help support the goals of the RSF Historical Society. The RSF Historical Society Christmas tree sparkled with decorations and, especially, ornaments donated by RSF families showing their family name and year of arriving in Rancho Santa

Fe. This is a new tradition that was suggested by one of the RSF Historical Society’s directors. One of the important notes in the RSF Historical Society’s mission statement, “preservation of history,” was an active topic of the evening. Much of the discussion was about the water-damaged adobe wall at the La Flecha entrance to La Flecha House. (The repair work will begin mid-December and access to the museum at La Flecha House will still be available through the Via de Santa Fe gate entry.) Guests enjoyed the food, drink, music, and a chance to say hello to friends and neighbors.

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Ninja Builders win top honor for inspiration at Southern California First Lego League tournament The Ninja Builders are shown above holding their first place trophy for inspiration in the category of core values at the Southern California First Lego League tournament, which they received on Dec. 4. at Legoland. The Ninja Builders were recognized for their positive spirit and teamwork during the competition and for their outreach in mentoring a Junior First Lego League team and at a robotics summer camp.

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Canyon Crest Academy’s Kira Loren races to first place in the CIF San Diego Section Division II cross country championship.

CIF champion Kira Loren to run for UCLA next year BY KAREN BILLING Canyon Crest Academy Raven runner Kira Loren won the CIF San Diego Section Division II cross country championship on Nov. 19. The first place finish was the highlight of Kira’s high school running career, finishing the 2.75-mile course in 16.30.7. “I couldn’t believe it. I never thought I would be the CIF champion, it’s so surreal,” said Kira, who will run cross country and track next year for UCLA. Kira and her CCA teammates Carlie Dorostkar, Naomi Smitham, Erin Beck, Claire Bernd, Zoe Ertuck and Corinne Chapkis took second at the CIF Sections and then went on to compete at the CIF State Cross Country Championships on a cold Saturday, Nov. 26 in Fresno. The Ravens took ninth in the state and Kira finished in 18:13.2 on the three-mile course, placing 22nd in the state. “Kira is one tough competitor,” said Andrew Corman, who coaches CCA’s cross country and track teams.“As Kira finished up her only second season of cross country, she has done an amazing job setting a couple of school course records and helping the team achieve several team course records. Her hard work ethic, daily commitment to improvement, and leadership is extremely evident in her results this year.” As a sixth grader at Del Mar Heights Elementary School, Kira’s PE teacher encouraged her to run and she took up cross country when she was a seventh grader at Earl Warren Middle School. While she ran track all four years at Canyon Crest, she didn’t do cross country right away as she also played soccer and field hockey. For her junior year at CCA, Kira decided to drop soccer and field hockey to focus on running, with encouragement from her track coaches Corman and Rob Lusitana. “If it wasn’t for them, I wouldn’t be doing cross country. They really helped me find my passion,” Kira said. Last year, Kira’s cross country season was hampered by an iliotibial (IT) band injury so her CIF San Diego and state competitions were disappointing. This year she was injury-free which she credits to working more strength training into her routine. “I did strength every day and stayed persistent with it and it paid off,” Kira said. The CIF San Diego race was held at Morley Field on a course that she had done in an earlier meet. She knew what to expect of the

course but was also in a strong field of runners from solid programs at Mt. Carmel and Rancho Bernardo High. “There was 400 meters to go and I just felt I had so much more,” Kira said. “I kicked super hard and I knew I had about 10 seconds between me and the next person.” The state meet was held on a cold day in Fresno and Kira said it took a bit to get warm. Her division was the fastest race of the day. “I learned a lot from that race,” Kira said of the strength and strategy of her competitors. While she had hoped to place higher individually, Kira said the team was very excited about its ninth place finish. Last year the team finished 13th and Kira has high hopes for next year’s squad as they have some very fast juniors and freshmen. Kira is in the middle of a two-week break and then will begin working her way back into shape for track season. During cross country she typically logs 45 to 50 miles a week; track is about the same but with more speed sessions and targeted workouts. In track she is a distance specialist in the 3,200 meters and the 1,600 meters. She said she loves both track and cross country equally as they incorporate different kinds of race strategies. Track is faster, flat and you know where to expect the turns; cross country courses have the unexpected challenges of hills, winding trails through canyons and a bigger field of competition around you. “Track has smaller races (than cross country) so it’s more intimidating,” said Kira, whose goal this year in track is to make state again — last year she competed at the two-mile distance. “We look forward to her continued improvement this year in the track and field season and her leadership as we transition into the Avocado West League. Kira has speed and this past year really developed her endurance, so the team will be looking to for her to score points in multiple events in dual meets,” said Corman. “I am also excited as her resume is increasing so she should be able to get into some big races at Arcadia and Mt. Carmel this year to help prepare her for a return to the state track and field meet.” At UCLA next year, Kira’s goals are to be an All American and bring home a Bruin NCAA championships. At UCLA, Kira will be reunited with former teammate Kelly Bernd, now a freshman and also former Torrey Pines High School track distance runner Jackie Garner, now a sophomore. “I’m super excited,” Kira said.

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La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs Holiday Dinner raises San Elijo Lagoon Conservancy endowment funds for culinary school students celebration is Dec. 17 in SB La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs Holiday Dinner at Ponsaty’s in RSF recently raised $5,000 in endowments for students of culinary schools. Dominick Addario, Bailli of the La Jolla Chapter of La Chaîne, the oldest food and wine society in the world, planned with Executive Chef Patrick Ponsaty a traditional French multi-course dinner with special wine pairings for its members who hail from Rancho Santa Fe, La Jolla and San Diego. Among attendees were three national officers: national president Harold Small, national officer (Gastronomique) Ira Falk, and Editor-in- Chief of Gastronome Marie Addario. Bailli Addario’s chapter, which began with Barron Hilton and his cohorts in 1971, celebrated its 45th anniversary this year - the third oldest chapter in California. Chef Ponsaty is a Master French Chef (one of two in San Diego County). The recognition requires special testing and authorization by the French government.

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San Elijo Lagoon Conservancy presents an open house featuring the future of Harbaugh Seaside Trails. Members of the public are invited to join the conservancy in a celebration of conserved coastal open space land and scenic views. It's an Open House Celebration on Saturday, Dec. 17 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at Solana Beach City Hall. Enjoy festive morning refreshments and learn about upcoming proposed plans for the restoration of Harbaugh Seaside Trails. Design sketches will be available showing proposed property plans that the Harbaugh Seaside Trails committee and environmental design consultants have been working on. It's a time to share thoughts and questions. This event also celebrates community supporters of San Elijo Lagoon Conservancy on the eve of its 30th anniversary in 2017. To RSVP for the Open House Celebration, and for more information about the property’s history, the website is SanElijo.org/Seaside Trails. Solana Beach City Hall is located at 635 S. Highway 101.

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Torrey Pines Falcons Pop Warner JV Cheerleaders #1 in nation

orrey Pines Falcons Pop Warner Junior Varsity Cheerleaders just returned from Walt Disney World in Orlando, Fla., as the 2016 National Champions. This is only the second Pop Warner National Championship title that a Torrey Pines Pop Warner team has won. The 23 Torrey Pines Pop Warner team members, under the leadership and guidance of their coaches Tammy Davila and Kari O’Leary, put in endless hours of training, conditioning and commitment to achieve this title for the first time for this team. Under Coach Tammy’s leadership, the girls have competed in Orlando at the Pop Warner National Championship the last five years. Last year the team placed second. This is Coach Tammy’s and Coach Kari’s first Pop Warner national title.

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R. Roger Rowe School hosts FTC Robotics Tournament RSF Logitechies take top Alliance Trophy

he R. Roger Rowe Middle School hosted an FTC Robotics Qualifying Tournament Dec. 10 with 15 teams from around Southern California competing. The school had three teams at the event. The RSF Logitechies came away with the top Alliance Trophy. The schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s other teams, the RSF Intergalactic Dragons and RSF Singularity, also showed strong through their creative designs. The visiting teams who competed were: Shockwave from The Grauer School; Buffalo Wings, Bambusa and RoboPuffs from Carlsbad High School; The Ducks from Western Center

Academy in Hemet; T-Wrecks from Brain Storm School in San Juan Capistrano; Zorrobots and Voltrons from Mexico; The Clueless is a family and friends team; Foothills Engineers from Foothills Christian School in El Cajon; and Game of Drones and Hakuna Automata from El Camino High School in Oceanside. Cory Hoover from Southwest Robotics in Science Education (www.southwestrobotics.org) and Pamela Meistrell from the Rancho Santa Fe School District were co-directors of this tournament. The R. Roger Rowe Middle School will host another tournament at its gym on Saturday, Jan. 7. For information about this January tournament, and how you can help, contact Pamela Meistrell at pmeistrell5464@att.net. Online: www.rsfreview.com

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Krystal Horton, Joshua Beal, and Max Saenz of "The Ducks" from Hemet, CA with Wasay Zaman, Clara Ritto, and Daniel Scuba of the "RSF Intergalactic Dragons"

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Prep Boys Basketball

Ravens fall to Helix in finals of Hilltop tourney The CCA boys basketball team opened the season with four consecutive wins against Helix (60-53), Eastlake (57-36), Otay Ranch (76-58) and Mission Bay (58-48) before losing (59-55) in a rematch with Helix in the finals of the 40th Annual Hilltop Boys Basketball Tournament. Ryan Michaels led the Ravens with 24 points in a hard-fought championship game against a physical Helix team that was down by 10 points in the second half before rallying in the fourth quarter to claim the tournament title. Earlier in the week, Michaels and Junior Guard Aaron Acosta scored 15 each in the semi-final victory against a quick and athletic Mission Bay team and Acosta scored a season high 34 points against

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Lacrosse team wins Oceanside Hustle The 2024/2025 Rotten Cheeseburgers lacrosse team won the Dec. 3-4 Oceanside Hustle Tournament by outscoring opponents 46-23 in six games, including two straight wins over the rival Mad Dogs. Also competing in the tournament were the Los Angeles Mavs, 3D San Diego and 3D Texas. RC is coached by Joe Rossettie (Cornell), Paul Dohrenwend (Georgetown), Sean Walsh (Roanoke), and Travis Yatsko (UCSD).

RC players are: Beau Hokanson, Brady Edwards, Christian Bentinck, Colby Rossetti, Evan Henke, Finn Hecko, Rinn Nilsen, Jack Chandonnet, Jackson Shafer, Jason Elliot, Kamron Raiszadeh, Layton Allen, Leo Nilson, Lincoln Herring, Magnus Falkiewicz, Mark Brown, Matthew Mannarino, Nathan Lucera, Parker Guiltinan, Rian Singh, Rocco Quade, Ryland Roach, SJ Dohrenwend and Tegan Cleary.

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Canyon Crest Academy boys JV team wins Parker Soccer Tournament Canyon Crest Academy (CCA) Boys JV team went home on Saturday, Dec. 10, as the winners of the 2016 Parker Cup Soccer Tournament. The team advanced to the semi-finals to face Southwest SD. CCA won 2-1 in overtime. The

championship game was no easy feat, either, playing against Cathedral Catholic High School. The boys came out champions by wining the game 2-1. Congratulations to the CCA Boys JV team.

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On Dec. 4, the Falcons Elite Boys 13 White basketball team won the San Diego Sol Fall League 'C' championship game over the San Diego Disciples. (Above) Back row: Coach Diaz, Chase, Cooper, Calvin, Coach JJ; Front row: Aidan, Finn, Gage, Pavle.

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Adopt a Family’s benefit boutique

dopt a Family Foundation’s annual Holiday Boutique was held on Nov. 30 at the Morgan Run Club & Resort. Performers Yael Gmach and Vlady entertained guests while they shopped, mingled with friends and supported a wonderful cause. All proceeds from the boutique will go toward programs helping children suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder in Israel. For more information, visit adoptafamilyfoundation.org.

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Glasses for All held an event Nov. 27 at the Neil Good Day Center in downtown San Diego to distribute eyeglasses to the homeless.

‘I can see!’ CCA student’s nonprofit Glasses for All helps bring glasses to homeless people at recent event On the Sunday morning of Nov. 27 Glasses for All held an event at the Neil Good Day Center in downtown San Diego to distribute eyeglasses to the homeless. That day, many of the homeless walked away with a pair of glasses, and a new opportunity to see. Glasses for All is a 501(c) nonprofit organization, founded in April 2016 by Canyon Crest Academy high school student Amy Yan. The organization, in collaboration with local churches such as St. Therese of Carmel, collects donations of eyeglasses and redistributes those eyeglasses to those in need or those who cannot afford vision care. The Neil Good Day Center event was very well-received — about 200 pairs of prescription glasses and reading glasses were distributed. Paul Sheck, the manager of the Neil Good Day Center, stated that there is a surprisingly high demand for glasses among the homeless, many of whom lose their previous glasses to thefts, assaults or other unfortunate events. Clear vision is crucial to people living on the streets. “I don’t care what’s going on across the street, I just want to see what’s

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happening in front of me,” one man waiting in line said. With all the hardships they face, new glasses can help make life just a bit easier. Glasses for All continues to collect eyeglasses and plans to hold more distribution events. The tremendous support and donations from the community has been essential in the success of Glasses for All. To get involved, visit glassesforall.org or email amyyan726@glassesforall.org.

Chabad Jewish Center of RSF presents 10th annual RSF Chanukah Celebration Dec. 27 All are invited to join the Chabad Jewish Center of RSF on Tuesday, Dec. 27 from 5-7 p.m. for a Chanukah Celebration at The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe. A Menorah lighting will be held at 6 p.m. and the event will also include ice skating, live music, Chanukah crafts, Latkes, donuts, hot drinks and more. Special thanks to Dr Bob and Mao Shillman and co-sponsor The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe. RSVP: www.jewishrsf.com.

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Las Damas de Fairbanks Holiday Home Tour and Luncheon

as Damas de Fairbanks, a philanthropic organization of women in Fairbanks Ranch, presented its annual Holiday Home Tour and Luncheon Dec. 9.The event included a self-guided tour of Fairbanks Ranch homes decorated for the holidays, luncheon and holiday boutique. The Showcase of Holiday Homes will benefit DreamKeepers Project, Inc., a 501(c)(3 organization that supports the Family Recovery Center in Oceanside, which assists women in breaking the cycle of substance abuse. The FRC meets the needs of families through residential and outpatient treatment and continuing care. For more information, visit www.lasdamassd.org. Online: www.rsfreview.com

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Dreamkeepers board member Sarah King, Rochelle Johnson of www.TreBoutique.com

Family Recovery Center Career coordinator Judy Ezratty, Dreamkeepers Vice President/co-founder Pat Gregory, Dee Ammon, Patricia Ontiveros, Irma Oropeza

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I have recently written a letter concerned with the drastic water increases that have been thrust upon the residents of Santa Fe Irrigation District. These rates increases will be impacting the older, retired residents especially hard. These folks are often on a fixed income. After living here for years, they do not want to be forced from their homes because of a utility cost which is increasing at many times the rate of inflation. Therefore, I would suggest a number of things: 1. Any new development/home being build should be assessed a hook-up fee. This hook-up fee, which could be included in the mortgage, should be applied towards SFID's Capital Expenditures/Capital Improvements.

2. In addition, water rates should not be based solely on a tiered usage, but also when homes are purchased. The water rate should then be indexed for inflation. . 3. A "Senior Discount" should be granted for our older neighbors. They are given this consideration at a wide variety of other venues – why not the water utility? 4. If the water sources increase disproportionately for higher allotments, this especially underscores that newer residents and newer homes should pay more. These are the users that are driving much of the increase in demand. Whether we live in Solana Beach, Fairbanks

5 diabetes-friendly comfort foods TO YOUR HEALTH

ow that we’ve settled into shorter days and cooler temperatures, we’re ready for heartier meals that leave us warm and satisfied. Many of the season’s traditional comfort foods can be high in carbohydrates, which can limit your options – especially if you’re living with diabetes. Fortunately, managing diabetes doesn’t mean you have to pass up these cold weather favorites. “In most cases, making a few simple substitutions can transform conventional dishes into diabetes-friendly meals that the whole family can enjoy,” said Scripps endocrinologist Athena Philis-Tsimikas, M.D., who also is corporate vice president of the Scripps Whittier Diabetes Institute. “In fact, a more diabetes-friendly menu can be healthier for the entire family.” Even if you don’t have diabetes, or if you’re trying to control your weight, these revised recipes can be healthier than the originals. As an

added bonus, several of them take advantage of fresh, vitamin-rich seasonal fruits and vegetables. 1. Hot Cereal Warm your bones on a chilly morning with a bowl of hot, whole-grain cereal. While steel-cut oatmeal is always a good choice, you might be surprised to find that whole grains traditionally served at lunch or dinner make tasty breakfast options as well – and the fiber helps keep you satisfied until lunch. Brown rice, for example, can be delicious topped with a sprinkle of brown sugar and a splash of low-fat milk. Another good alternative is quinoa, which is high in protein as well as fiber. Lesser-known grains such as farro, bulgur, barley and polenta can make excellent breakfast options too, so mix it up for variety. Add protein with Greek yogurt, low-fat milk, almonds or walnuts, and toss in apple slices, berries, dried fruit or cinnamon for more flavor and crunch. 2. Mashed Sweet Potatoes Mashed potatoes are one of the most popular comfort foods for people of all ages. As potatoes are rich in carbohydrates, they will cause a person’s blood sugar to rise quickly.

Ranch or Rancho Santa Fe, none of us want to be forced from our homes because of this utility cost which has far outstripped inflation. Roadways are considered seriously and often in their ability to handle increased traffic in the San Diego area. It is far past time that water be considered in the same light in an Environmental Impact Statement. As a final point, when will all San Diego municipalities start considering water availability as a key "infrastructure" item? As I see large developments in La Jolla, Escondido, down near Interstate 8, I shiver wondering when. Curt Jaeger

Kelly Barger, a registered dietitian at the Scripps Whittier Diabetes Institute, says, “When choosing the type of potato to mash, the sweet potato provides the most powerful nutritional punch while providing more fiber and less calories, and they have a slightly lower glycemic index.” For this reason, blood sugar may rise a little more gradually with sweet potatoes than with white potatoes. Plus, they’re more flavorful than white potatoes, so you can skip the butter and sour cream. Try mashing them with just a little olive oil to add flavor. Sweet potatoes can also step in for white in other comfort foods like baked potatoes and potato pancakes. 3. Spaghetti Squash A steaming pot of pasta warms up the whole kitchen, but the simple carbohydrates in white pasta can add up fast. Instead of regular wheat spaghetti, substitute spaghetti squash. When cooked, this flavorful winter squash separates into long orange strands that mimic pasta, but without the high carbohydrate count: a cup of spaghetti squash has just 10 grams or so of carbs. Bake or steam the squash until cooked, then scoop out the insides and top with your favorite sauce for a filling lunch or dinner. Keep in mind that

tomato-based sauces like marinara tend to be lower in fat and calories than creamy or cheese-based choices. 4. Roasted Vegetables This is the peak season for a colorful variety of low-glycemic vegetables like broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts and garlic. Roasting them is one of the best ways to bring out the flavor. Toss or spray lightly with a little olive oil, spread them out on a baking sheet and roast until crispy on the outside and tender inside. Season as needed. You can also add a few pieces of squash or sweet potato, but take into account the higher carbs. 5. Baked Apples From traditional varieties like Red Delicious and Granny Smith to newer favorites such as Honeycrisp and Pink Lady, apples offer more variety than ever. “Apples are a fruit, so they do have sugar,” Dr. Tsimikas said. “But the high fiber helps keep blood sugar levels steady.” Try baking apples whole or sliced for an easy and satisfying dessert or snack that provides sweetness without added sugar. “To Your Health” is brought to you by the physicians and staff of Scripps. For more information, please visit www.scripps.org/CNP or call (858) 207-4317.

Climate advocates to host free screening for ‘Years of Living Dangerously’ On Wednesday, Dec. 7, Citizens’ Climate Lobby was featured in the acclaimed National Geographic series “Years of Living Dangerously,” which has helped to focus national attention on climate change and the individuals and organizations working to alleviate it. On Sunday, Dec. 18, the Environmental Justice Group at the Unitarian Fellowship in Solana Beach will offer a free public screening of this episode from 12:45 p.m. – 2 p.m. A free light lunch will available. “At a time when many Americans despair about the partisan gridlock in Washington, CCL

volunteers provide hope by bringing Republicans and Democrats together to work on climate solutions,” said Mark Reynolds, executive director of Citizens’ Climate Lobby. “This episode of ‘Years of Living Dangerously’ highlights the work of Jay Butera, one of those amazing volunteers.” Citizens’ Climate Lobby works to build the political will for climate change solutions such as a national, revenue-neutral carbon fee-and-dividend system. Since the organization’s 2007 founding, it has empowered ordinary citizens to hold direct meetings with congressional representatives, local

officeholders and business leaders, and other influential stakeholders as they make the case for fair, effective climate action. The episode, featuring celebrity correspondent Bradley Whitford (Josh on “The West Wing”), will be preceded by a brief video message from special guests, including members of the “Years of Living Dangerously” cast. Unitarian Fellowship, Founders Hall, is located at 1036 Solana Drive, Solana Beach, 92075. For more information, contact T. Todd Elvins, todd@citizensclimate.org.

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Santa Day Brunch at RSF Golf Club

he RSF Golf Club hosted its popular annual Santa Day Brunch Dec. 11.The event included photos with Santa and a variety of kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; activities. Online: www.rsfreview.com

Rushton, Mackenzie, and Branson Mikles visit with Santa

Addie and Ainsley Matthies visit with Santa

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Ainsley and Addie Matthies work on their holiday hats at the "Rad Hatter" table

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Bren and Kellan Ashcraft try to decide which design they want for face painting

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RSF Library Christmas Tea and Tree Raffle

he 26th Annual Christmas Tea and Tree Raffle event took place at the RSF Library Dec. 9. The event included holiday creations, music and treats. Visit www.rsflibraryguild.org. Online: www.rsfreview.com

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CCA Music Outreach Club and Mrs. San Diego 2016 to appear at 'Sip & Wrap' benefit for Conner's Cause Conner’s Cause for Children is teaming with community “elves” and others to help lighten the load of holiday shoppers and brighten the lives of Conner’s Cause families. Conner’s Cause, together with Zoraya de la Bastida of Pacific Sotheby’s, Lauren Hampton and Sergio Lujan of Smart Mortgage invite you to “Sip & Wrap” a special holiday event Dec. 18 from 1-4 p.m. on the beautiful patio of Pacific Sotheby’s in Rancho Santa Fe. Too much to do with the holidays around the corner? Do you suffer from leave it to the last minute panic syndrome? Don’t worry! Let our “Sip and Wrap” elves take care of your gift -wrapping needs and help take care of Conner’s Cause families. While waiting for gifts to

be wrapped, guests can relax by the fountain, have a drink, snack and listen to beautiful music provided by the Canyon Crest Academy Outreach Music Club. Many of their club members have many years of music experience and are active participants in CCA’s instrumental music program. Also making an appearance and helping with wrapping services will be Mrs. San Diego 2016, Carolyn Kirner-Schmidt. “I’m using my reign as Mrs. San Diego, 2016 to bring love and light to causes dear to my heart,” she explained. “I had a brother whose name was Johnny who had lymphocytic leukemia and died when he was 3 years old. My parents struggled to take care of him and be with him the entire time; our loss still saddens my entire

FROM PROJECTS, A1 While the current law does not require competitive bidding, SDUHSD has always issued requests for proposals for construction managers and has conducted a competitive process to select one. There is also a competitive process with lease-leaseback that is built into the contract — the construction manager receives three to five bids per subcontractor trade and the district requires that they select the lowest bidder. Going into the constriction contract, the district agrees on the guaranteed maximum price (GMP) amount they are going to pay and the construction company has the incentive to get the project done on time. At the Dec. 8 meeting, the board approved guaranteed maximum prices of $22 million for the Torrey Pines project; $14.6 million for Pacific Trails; $25.6 million for San Dieguito; and $14.5 million for the Oak Crest improvements. In September, Governor Jerry Brown signed a new law on lease-leaseback programs that goes into effect on Jan. 1, 2017. The bill deletes the language that a school district can enter into a lease-leaseback method “without advertising for bid” and replaces it with a competitive bid process. School boards must also adopt

FROM DRUGS, A5 crap in their body. If even 40 of those 40,000 decided not to use these drugs, than that would be the proudest accomplishment in my career as a DEA agent.” Teacher Gino Campisano said he talked with his son about the presentation on the way home from school. “That night he had to take an allergy pill and looked at it woefully. I think this a good thing,” Campisano said. “I want my kids to be mindful every time they take a pill and think why am I taking this and what will it

family. I would love to volunteer my time for such a worthy cause and make other families with life-threatening illness or injury feel supported at their difficult time.” Admission is free and 100 percent of the proceeds from gift-wrap services will benefit Conner’s Cause. Founded in 1995 to honor the memory of brave little hero, Conner Champ, Conner’s Cause for Children is a one-of-a-kind organization that offers direct financial assistance to local families for a variety of out-of-pocket medical and non-medical costs related to the care of a child with a life-threatening illness or injury. If you are unable to attend but would like to donate, please go to www.connerscause.org.

criteria, or a scorecard, to determine what gives the district “best value.” “Our process looks quite similar to the what is outlined in the new regulations,” Dill said, noting the only difference was requirements for sealed bids costs and the pre-established scorecards. If the district did not approve the projects at the Dec. 8 meeting, the new regulations would go into effect and they would have to begin the whole process again which they have been working on since July. There would also be a risk for an escalation in project costs as well as a delay in construction. SDUHSD Trustee John Salazar voiced concerns about liability because the district is aware of the new law and appears to be trying to get projects in before it takes effect. Dill said he is not concerned about liability and SDUHSD President Amy Herman said she believes the district has done its due diligence in choosing the construction companies. “The new regulation codifies our existing best practice,” Dill said, noting they they have always required the low-bid process that wasn’t part of the existing lease-leaseback regulations. The district’s next round of projects will include the new processes, Dill said. do to me.” Some teachers also had special assignments for students for Red Ribbon Week. Jim Harrah, a 36-year veteran Torrey Pines social science teacher, had his sociology class investigate the causes and consequences of the national rise in opiate addiction. "Opioid addiction is a real danger to our young people,” Harrah said. “I think they need to better understand the hows and whys of this deadly situation so they can not only avoid falling prey to addiction, but maybe be part of a solution in the future."

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FROM SDUHSD, A1 notices early rather than wait until the end of the year. The early retirements will help find the best qualified applicants in a shrinking pool, according to SDUHSD Interim Superintendent Eric Dill. “The shortage of highly-qualified teachers in California is well-documented,” Dill said, noting that 75 percent of California districts are facing shortages. The main reason for the shortage stems from fewer college students enrolling in teacher prep programs paired with a growing number of teachers reaching retirement age. Shortages are even higher at the high school level because teachers require single-subject credentials — the most difficult areas to recruit are special education, mathematics and science. Dill said in the last year, SDUHSD has struggled in finding teachers with the appropriate credentials to meet the district’s needs. The longer they wait to recruit, the more difficult it is to find qualified candidates. As has been addressed by parents in a previous meeting, many classes began this fall with substitutes and the district currently has three certificated openings with no qualified applicants. “The earlier we can determine the number of teachers who intend to retire and the credentials held by those teachers, the earlier we can begin our efforts to recruit highly-qualified teachers to fill those vacancies,” Dill said. Prior to the recession, about a dozen teachers retired each year, however, over the past three years retirements have been in the single digits and the number of teachers reaching retirement age has ballooned. Dill believes they have over 40 teachers who are eligible to retire, which could result in $2 million in savings. “Because of the spread in compensation between starting and experienced teachers, the district can recognize substantial savings when a new teacher replaces a retiree,” Dill said. “The earlier that staff can determine what savings they will achieve from retirements, the

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The earlier we can determine the number of teachers who intend to retire and the credentials held by those teachers, the earlier we can begin our efforts to recruit highly-qualified teachers to fill those vacancies.

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better they can plan for the budget.” The vote for the retirement stipend was not unanimous, with Salazar voting against it. “Paying our own teachers a bonus or whatever you want to call it to retire makes zero sense,” Salazar said. He said a more proactive solution would be signing bonuses for positions such as much-needed science teachers. “To encourage senior teachers to retire by paying them a 5 percent bonus I think makes no sense at all. Plus, all of these studies I have read about teacher shortages say that they’re all primarily in rural and economically-disadvantaged areas, which we’re not,” Salazar said. “To have a policy where we need our teachers to retire in order to reduce our deficit and prevent bankruptcy or insolvency, I think, is ludicrous.” “I don’t want to lose any good teachers, I’m afraid of that,” SDUHSD Trustee Mo Muir said, although she did vote for the one-time stipend due to her concerns with the projected $9.7 million deficit. Parent Steven McDowell also spoke out against the stipend, claiming it was doubtful that it would save the district any money and questioning the need when staff is already given the highest compensation in the county. “The district is not in a situation where it needs to significantly reduce total staffing. These valued employees will need to be replaced and many of the retirements will happen without this incentive,” McDowell wrote in a letter to the board, noting that the proposed incentive also does not have a cap or a limit. “The district already stated they are having a hard time finding some replacements. This action could make that situation worse.”

Life Tributes

Everlasting memories of loved ones

Dorothy Rose ‘Dottie’ McCrink January 12, 1921 - December 1, 2016

Rancho Santa Fe — Dorothy Rose Mccrink was born January 12, 1921, to William and Rose Fleischmann in carlstadt, new Jersey. She passed away at home peacefully and naturally surrounded by her children on December 1, 2016. as a young adult, Dottie served as a USo volunteer, cheering up the soldiers and dancing up a storm! She had a string of admirers, all of whom loved taking her out on the town for an apple jack! only one was able to catch her eye…! Dorothy had a passion for art and in a drawing class met her future husband, edward Mccrink. they married in 1947. after their honeymoon, they settled

in chicago and began a family. Dottie treasured her friends throughout her life. enjoying golf, bridge, Mah Jong and poker with them. She loved animals, especially her cherished cat Mitzi. over the years she had horses, goats, bunnies, dogs and a variety of birds, particularly “Ike” a

mynah bird. Dottie always had an appreciation for beautiful art. as a lifelong artist, Dottie loved painting, sculpture and arts and crafts. She created many works of art which are treasured by her family. Dottie was well educated on antique “dolls”. She took great pleasure in acquiring a very large collection of them over the years, proudly donating the collection to the Rancho Santa Fe historical Society. She was whimsical, always wanted a tree house, so she had an amazing one built in a very tall tree. there she entertained her friends with small gatherings. after 67 years of marriage she lost her beloved ed in 2014. She continued to

have a full life, meeting with dear friends and continuing her many activities that kept her busy. Dottie is survived by her six (6) children, James (Violy), Laurel, edward Jr., Joseph (Mina), Katherine (Ken), charles; and 11 grandchildren. although, she is with the Lord and joyful now, she will be dearly missed by her family and all the people whose lives she touched. Services have been held. In Lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Fr. Joe’s Village at my.neighbor.org or helen Woodward animal center at animalcenter.org. Please sign the guest book online at legacy.com/ obituaries/ranchosantafer eview.

McDowell said the stipend also appears to be a “salary spike”and since the money will be owed prior to an employee retiring, employees could request that it be included in their compensation for determining future retirement benefits, costing the state money through higher pension payments. “This decision will have long-term consequences to taxpayers statewide paying the bill,” McDowell said. McDowell also said 5 percent seemed “excessive” and that the money could be better used in the classroom. Dill said what the board approved is really providing an incentive for employees to give an early notice so the district can know how many teachers they need to replace and what credential areas they need to target. Before the shortage, retirements were manageable because there were many teachers to pick and choose from to find the best, whereas now, they are just trying to get people to apply. “This is not an incentive to retire and I agree with Mr. McDowell that retirement incentives don’t make sense and they often don’t pay off, that’s why we’ve never done a traditional retirement incentive…This is recognizing that we have a very big bubble, well over 40 teachers, who are retiring age,” Dill said. “If we see this bubble all make a move at the same time in one year it will be extraordinarily difficult to react to if it comes too late.” Dill said strategies that other districts have taken include offering signing bonuses or stipends for hard-to-recruit, high-need positions, increasing compensation and removing salary caps on experience. A similar school district to SDUHSD in Irvine offers a flat $5,000 retirement stipend every year. SDUHSD Trustee Beth Hergesheimer said she, too, felt that the stipends were maybe too generous but at a recent California School Boards Association meeting she learned how critical an issue the shortage was. She said she would like to see a conversation in the future about removing salary caps. “What I want to understand is that (the retirement stipend) is a one-year approach and then we’re looking at other approaches in future years,” Hergesheimer said. Salazar agreed that signing bonuses for special education or science where they have the most needs would be the most proactive solution. “I think that this is not proactive, I think, if anything, you already know a vast majority of teachers are going to retire anyway and this is really just a waste of money,” Salazar said.

RSF Firefighters team up with Toys for Tots for holiday toy drive

The Rancho Santa Fe Firefighters are once again hosting their annual Toys for Tots holiday toy drive in hopes of making the season a bit brighter for local children. “We look forward to this event every year,” said Firefighter Kyle Carranza, who is coordinating this year’s toy drive. “It’s a simple gesture, but it can make such a difference for these kids. We hope that partnering with Toys for Tots will allow us to reach even more children this Christmas.” Donations of new, unwrapped toys are being accepted now through Monday, Dec. 19, at any of the following Rancho Santa Fe Fire Protection District fire stations: • Fire Station No. 1: 16936 El Fuego in Rancho Santa Fe • Fire Station No. 2: 16930 Four Gee Road in 4S Ranch •Fire Station No. 3: 6424 El Apajo in Fairbanks Ranch • Fire Station No. 4: 18040 Calle Ambiente in Cielo Directions to the fire stations can be found at www.rsf-fire.org.

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t’s the season when supermarkets transform into giant candy stores for adult foodies. Aisles overflow with sugar and spice and edible vice, including uncured bacon jam, chocolate chip panettones, gingerbread houses and tubs of duck fat. Here’s my A-list of seasonal gems that come but once a year, so grab them while they’re good and plenty. No Skid Roe: Caviar is a luxurious, energizing indulgence with a rich store of vitamins, minerals and protein that’ll make you feel like Jay Gatsby during the holidays. To the caviarphile, the lightly salted, non-fertilized sturgeon eggs or roe from Iranian and Russian producers in the Caspian Sea are nonpareil. The cream of the caviar crop comes from three species — Osetra, Sevruga and Beluga, the latter producing exquisite roe coveted for a soft texture that’s firm to the bite, with uniform pearl-size grains ranging from glossy jet black to pale grey. That accounts for Beluga’s sticker shock — $200 to $300 per ounce. Bargain basement prices for other delectable (and more eco-friendly) varieties are available if you shop around. Finely chopped red onions and hard-boiled eggs are traditional accompaniments to caviar. Be sure to use a

non-metallic serving spoon such as one made from mother-of-pearl as metal imparts an unpalatable flavor to the delicate roe. An Eggnog Monologue: Upper crust Brits from the 17th century, who owned large dairy and chicken farms, whipped up concoctions of milk, eggs, spices, and a splash of brandy to warm the cockles of their hearts during dank winters. Eggnog has become a celebratory seasonal beverage around the globe with various countries adapting the recipe to suit their climates and palates. The Mexican version called rompope has a heavy-handed sprinkling of Mexican cinnamon and rum. In the Netherlands the advocaat loaded with brandy, cognac, egg yolks and vanilla bean is so thick it can be eaten with a spoon, while Japan’s tamagozake, nicknamed “sake nog,” blends a raw egg and sugar into warm sake. As eggnog typically contains raw eggs, use high-quality, cage-free, organic or pasteurized ones to decrease salmonella risks. If that doesn’t give you a dose of comfort, whip up a vegan version, or buy an organic, reputable brand. You Quack Me Up: A whole citrus glazed roasted duck with wild rice pilaf is a festive way to celebrate the holidays. A completely dark meat fowl, duck provides an excellent

source of protein, vitamins and minerals, but also a high-fat content — saturated, monoand polyunsaturated. Alas, the cholesterol-conscious should eat moderately. If you like to give your jaw a good workout, buy Mallard with flesh that’s lean yet greasy, and somewhat tough. The Muscovy has an overpowering flavor so is best used for its liver to make foie gras, (now legal after a Los Angeles judge reversed the statewide ban on the controversial food). The White Pekin, the country’s most popular breed has a rich flavor minus the gaminess, along with leaner, more succulent meat. From Soup to Chestnuts: This time of year Nat King Cole’s iconic tune chimes in my head, “Chestnuts roasting in an open fire,” and my mouth waters for these treats. They come whole with tough mahogany skins encapsulating creamy white soft kernels, or already peeled in decorative tins or jars. Chestnuts are as divine in savory dishes as they are in sweet ones. Due to the high starch content (but thankfully low in fat and calories) the kernels are used as spud substitutes, especially in European cuisines. Take the chill off a winter’s night with a steamy bowl of toasted chestnut almond bisque. For a riff on classic Italian try chestnut risotto or ravioli. For some seasonal sides, stuff the hollows of acorn squash with mashed chestnuts, or whip up a chestnut soufflé with a brandy drizzle. A bittersweet chocolate chestnut torte would satisfy the most discriminating sweet tooth. My personal favorite is this chestnut puree with an avalanche of whipped cream that has been savored around the world, particularly at the romantic, century-old

Holiday Chestnut Puree ■ Ingredients: • 12 ounces chestnut puree (canned) • 1/2 cup heavy cream • 2 tablespoons Brandy, or pick your poison (Amaretto, Frangelico, Cognac) • 1/4 teaspoon almond extract • 1-tablespoon chestnut honey ■ Method: Combine ingredients in a food processor and blend to a smooth texture, like Spackling paste. If it’s too thick, add more cream. Chill. Serve in martini glasses. Garnish with shaved bittersweet chocolate, and a tower of whipped cream. Serves 6. (For the authentic recipe translated directly from Gerbeaud Café’s Hungarian master confectioners, visit freerangeclub.com)

Gerbeaud Café in Budapest, a glamorous haunt of the Habsburg royal family and Queen of Hungary, along with such celebrities as Madonna and Brad Pitt, who signed the elegant eatery’s gold-leafed guestbook when they dropped by for their fix of this blissful delicacy.

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Celebrate Living Light at the Holiday Night Lights Celebration Thursday Dec. 15, 6-9 p.m. At Holiday Night Lights guests will learn about fluorescence, bioluminescence, and phosphorescence through hands-on activities and encounters with live creatures that glow. They will walk across a glowing dinoflagellate plankton carpet, draw on a glowing sea of living light, and meet Scripps scientists researching these amazing glowing creatures. Pre-Sale: Adults: $18.50, Children: $14 ($10 and $5 for Members) aquarium.ucsd.edu

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Mingei Museum hosts ‘Erik Gronborg Experience’ Family Sunday set for Dec. 18 with music, art projects BY LONNIE BURSTEIN HEWITT ant to have an artful experience for the holidays? Visit the Mingei Museum in Balboa Park for the “Erik Gronborg Experience,” a selection of striking pieces from the half-century-long career of the Solana Beach-based artist on exhibit through March 12. Gronborg first came to the United States from Denmark in 1959, a working-class Dane looking for a progressive art education. He found what he wanted at UC Berkeley in the early 1960s, where a community of artists were doing their own bronze-casting and gathering around abstract-expressionist ceramic guru Peter Voulkas. Gronborg began as a sculptor, started making a name for himself while still in college, then found new success as a ceramic artist, which is how he is best known. He has lived and worked in the San Diego area since the mid-1970s, teaching ceramics at Mira Costa College until 2001. “He’s so much more than a ceramic artist,” said curator Dave Hampton, who first showed some of Gronborg’s work at the Mingei in 2011 as part of an exhibit called “Craft Revolution” and has been planning a major retrospective ever since. “Erik’s work is a blend of craft and fine art, and he’s been incredibly good at whatever he’s done — cast bronze sculpture, carved wood furniture, even writing,” Hampton said. “And his house and garden — the way he and his wife, Irina, transform the world — is an art piece, too.” So part of the house is displayed at the Mingei, with views of the garden, in what is not just an exhibit, but an “experience,” a real sense of the artist’s creative life over 50-plus years. Some of Gronborg’s writings are featured, too, with selected photos, in the attractive brochure that accompanies the show. In the living room installation, don’t miss the painting — specially framed by her husband — by Irina, an artist in her own right, who teaches drawing at The Athenaeum Music & Arts Library in La

Jolla. And spend a few minutes watching the large-screen, silent excerpt from a 1979 video showing Gronborg at work on a ceramic piece. To see more, step into the Mingei Studio for a small-screen viewing of “Erik Gronborg: Artist in Clay,” a 30-minute video by Judith Nikolaidis, which originally aired on KPBS-TV. Does Gronborg have favorites among his pieces? “They’re all mine,” he said. “I love them all.” He works primarily in wood these days, and will be giving an illustrated talk on “Making Furniture, Slow And Spontaneous” — his special approach to woodworking — Jan. 26. “Slow and spontaneous. That’s the nature of working in wood — it takes time,” Gronborg said. “You have to make it functional and sturdy enough to last, but the shape of it, the way it develops, is the spontaneous part. When I start out, I have no idea what the piece will look like when it’s finished. Most woodworkers work in a much more controlled fashion. I work with any medium the same way.” If you have questions about “The Gronborg Experience,” ask the docents, who are exceptionally friendly and knowledgeable. And there’s more to see at the Mingei: upstairs are exhibits of American and European Folk Art, Artful Tools and Utensils, and other fine things from the permanent collection. There’s great shopping too, in the gift store. Come on Family Sunday, Dec. 18, and admission is just $5 per family, which includes live music, art projects and plenty of family fun. ■ IF YOU GO: “The Erik Gronborg Experience” is on view through March 12 at Mingei International Museum, 1439 El Prado in Balboa Park, San Diego. There will be a Family Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. Dec. 18 with admission for special activities $5 per family. Erik Gronborg will present an illustrated talk, “Making Furniture, Slow And Spontaneous,” 6-7:30 pm. Thursday, Jan. 26, details at sfoley@mingei.org (619) 239-0003. mingei.org

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Aquarium presents nature’s living lights Dec. 15 FROM BIRCH AQUARIUM REPORTS Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego invites the community to its first Holiday Night Lights, event 6-9 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 15. Guests will learn about fluorescence, bioluminescence and phosphorescence through hands-on activities and encounters with live creatures that glow. They will walk across a glowing dinoflagellate plankton carpet, draw on a glowing sea of living light, and meet Scripps scientists Dimitri Deheyn and Michael Latz, who will discuss their research on these glowing creatures. “This will be such a unique opportunity for guests to experience the wonder and magic of animals that create light. We hope this becomes an annual tradition for all of San Diego to enjoy,” said Charina Cain, public program manager for Birch Aquarium. Bioluminescence is more than beautiful; it also helps creatures survive. Holiday Night Lights attendees will walk through the Hall of Fishes and discover the animals that glow in the dark; uncover the many reasons why light is important to animals in

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collaboration with BioPop, a Carlsbad-based company that develops “living art” concepts that fuel the imagination, provide new answers for the way we live, and enrich our understanding of the relationship between nature, science, and humanity. Presale tickets are $18.50 for adults, $14 for ages 3-17 ($10 and

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The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain to perform Dec. 16-17 La Jolla Music Society welcomes the return of The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain at MCASD Sherwood Auditorium for two performances on Friday, Dec. 16 and Saturday, Dec. 17 at 8 p.m. A group of all-singing, all-strumming ukulele players, The Ukes of G.B. believe that all genres of music are available for reinterpretation, as long as they are played on the ukulele. They perform to sold-out audiences around the world and have a prolific discography of studio and live CDs, DVDs, as well as collaborations with iconic British rock and pop artists like Madness, The Ministry of Sound, The Kaiser Chiefs, and Cat Stevens among others. Tickets for the performances are $30-$70 and are available through La Jolla Music Society’s Ticket Services Office, 858-459-3728 or online at www.LJMS.org

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50 dancers fill the stage at Potiker Theatre BY LONNIE BURSTEIN HEWITT horeographer Anne Gehman, an MFA candidate at UC San Diego, has been a valued member of San Diego’s dance community since 2010, teaching and performing with San Diego Dance Theater and other companies. These days, she’s particularly interested in leading dancers and audiences into altered states of awareness, creating an environment where art and empathy coexist. Her latest piece, “Giving Way,” was originally staged with 10 dancers at the Mingei Museum, as part of Jean Isaacs’ Trolley Dances 2015. This month, expanded to a potential 100 dancers and re-titled “One Hundred Giving Way,” it was a pre-holiday gift to audiences able to catch one of the six performances at La Jolla Playhouse’s Potiker Theatre Dec. 2-10. On opening night, with 54 dancers listed in the program, I counted 47 onstage — mostly women, all barefoot, in everyday clothing. The initial partnerings were fairly static, with a lot of standing, staring, and leaning, before drifting off to find other partners, hands stretching out until someone took hold. Then there was random running, clumping, giggling, and occasional freestyling, and somewhere along the way, the audience embraced the randomness, connected with the dancers, and got hooked. “I thought it was breathtaking,” said one

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Sound designer Kris Apple with choreographer Anne Gehman

LET’S REVIEW woman after the performance. “I loved that they were all ages, all shapes and sizes, some wonderful dancers, some not,” said another. “Didn’t you think the part with the two men alone on the stage, the younger one dragging the other around, was about torture?” asked a third. “Oh no,” said the first. “I thought it was about trust.” And it was. From the start of the 70-minute piece, which involved many changes of partners, each pair had one person with eyes closed, one with eyes open. Blind trust was imperative, especially in a

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After the show: Anne Gehman with some of her dancers (third from left Trevor Poleyn; far right, Mitchum Todd) long, two-man “symbiotic solo” in which a closed-eyed older man was led again and again, often running, sometimes backwards, by a young, open-eyed partner, across the broad expanse of the Potiker stage. “It’s definitely a trust exercise,” said Mitchum Todd, the older man in the “torturous” duo. “It takes months to learn

the process, and you never dance with the same person every time.” Todd wasn’t exactly new to dancing. “I used to dance in New York,” he said. “Then this year, I took a class with Anne at Dance Theater, a class for all ages, all levels, and when she asked if I’d like to be in this piece, SEE DANCERS, B21

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The Country Friends 21st Annual Holiday Tea

he Country Friends 21st Annual Holiday Tea was held Dec. 7 at the Fairbanks Ranch Country Club. The event included refreshments, sumptuous tea sandwiches, holiday boutiques and more. The Country Friends owns and operates a Consignment Shop, and hosts events to raise funds for local human care agencies. Visit thecountryfriends.org. Online: www.rsfreview.com

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RSF Attack to hold Holiday Soccer Camp, tryouts

nce again Rancho Santa Fe Attack will be holding its Holiday Soccer Camp the week of Dec. 26– 30. Online registration is now open for the Holiday Soccer Camp and more information on the camp can be found on the League website at www.rsfsoccer.com. The Holiday Camp will be held in Rancho Santa Fe at the RSF Sports Field. The camp is designed for all players who want to have FUN while working on their technical ability and improving their skills. The camp is open to all ages and will be conducted by Attack Director of Coaching Malcolm Tovey and his professional staff. The camp

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Betty Ford Center in San Diego names new leader; announces ribbon-cutting, affiliation with Scripps Health The Betty Ford Center made several major announcements recently concerning its new facility in San Diego. Part of the national nonprofit Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation, the new San Diego facility will become an in-network provider of substance use disorders treatment in the Scripps Health network. And, it will be headed up by respected clinician Brian Couey. In addition, the general public is invited to an open house at the new Betty Ford Center facility, which is located in Del Mar Heights, from 2:30-6:30 p.m. on Jan. 11. Staff will be on hand to provide tours and answer questions about the services and programs. Couey, who will have the title of Director of Outpatient Services, currently works at the Betty Ford Center’s West Los Angeles facility. He takes over from interim head Janelle Wesloh, who is also executive director of Recovery Management for the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation. “Brian brings a wealth of expertise and experience to this important position, and we are pleased to have him in this crucial role,” said Wesloh. She also noted that the “significant affiliation with Scripps will benefit both of our organizations, as well as our patients and the wider San Diego community, and enable us to serve and improve the lives of more people suffering from addiction.” Couey has held several leadership roles in the addiction treatment field, including program manager at Valley Women’s Center from 2009 to 2015; clinical coordinator at the Inter-Agency Drug Abuse Recovery Programs; and manager at Center for Living and Learning, Inc. He earned a Doctor of

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All were classic vehicles, but each one unique. They then cruised through Del Mar, La Jolla, Pacific Beach, Fiesta Island, Coronado and Imperial Beach. They ended their journey at the Toys for Tots Marine Corps Reserve Center near Miramar and delivered the toys for donation. The Toys for Tots drive was a huge success thanks to the generosity of Herman Cook VW customers and employees, San Diego Air Cooled VW, and the support of the local community. The Herman Cook Vintage VW Christmas Cruise is an annual event, and you can contact the dealership directly at 760-753-6256 or visit cookvw.com for more details.

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RSF Tennis Club Christmas Party

he RSF Tennis Club hosted a fun-filled Christmas Party for members Dec. 10. Online: www.rsfreview.com

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EVENT BRIEFS Cabaret! Every Monday night, starting at 7 p.m., in the intimate side room at Hennessey’s La Jolla, you’ll find some of the best singers in San Diego belting out tunes cabaret style. Hear music from The Great American Songbook and musical theater, as each singer sets up his/her song and delivers it their own way at 7811 Herschel Ave. (858) 551-8772.

Museum Magic •The IMAX film “National Parks Adventure” screening through to next year at the Fleet Science Center in Balboa Park, takes audiences on the ultimate off-trail adventure into the nation’s awe-inspiring great outdoors and untamed wilderness. Soar over red rock canyons, hurtle down steep mountain peaks and explore other-worldly realms found within America’s most legendary outdoor places. Narrated by Robert Redford, 1 and 5 p.m. shows daily, 1875 El Prado. $19.95, with discounts. (619) 238-1233. rhfleet.org •Through Jan. 2, San Diego Natural History Museum presents “Animals: Machines in Motion,” a look into the complexity of how animals survive. See the marvel of natural engineering from a cheetah’s sprint to a flea’s jump, from a crocodile’s chomp to an owl’s hearing, 1788 El Prado, Balboa Park. Tickets $28, with discounts. (619) 232-3821. sdnat.org/animals •The last Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego exhibit at the La Jolla campus (before it closes for an extensive multi-year renovation) is “The Uses of Photography: Art, Politics,

and the Reinvention of the Medium,” on view until Jan. 2 at 700 Prospect St. See it during museum hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday-Tuesday. $10. (858) 454-3541. mcasd.org Events that celebrate the season in song and spirit abound this month. Here is a roundup:

Nutcracker Performances •San Diego Ballet Company returns to La Jolla for its production with two La Jollans in key roles. Directed by Robin Sherertz-Morgan and Javier Velasco, this professional ballet will be staged at UC San Diego’s Mandeville Auditorium, 9500 Gilman Drive. Showtimes: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec.16; 2:30 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 17; and 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 18. Muirlands Middle Schooler Rhys Rudolph will return as Clara, the who receives a “magical” nutcracker for Christmas. Playing the part of Clara’s mischievous younger brother Fritz, is Marina Hall, 10, of La Jolla Elementary School. Tickets from $25. (619) 294-7378. sandiegoballet.org •City Ballet of San Diego’s performance (accompanied by the City Ballet Orchestra & Chorus) takes the stage at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. through Dec. 23 at Spreckels Theater, 121 Broadway, downtown San Diego. Following each matinee, members of the cast will be in the lobby to greet the audience and pose for photos. Tickets from $32. cityballet.org •Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker takes the stage, 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 21, at Symphony Hall, 750 B

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To the Theater! • True confessions from Santa’s eight reindeer come in the reading of “The Eight: Reindeer Monologues” by Jeff Goode, considered one of the funniest and filthiest readings inspired by Christmas, 10 p.m. Dec. 16-17 at North Coast Repertory Theatre, 987 Lomas Santa Fe Drive, Solana Beach. In this dark comedy, eight reindeer will dish about the “real” Santa, causing quite the scandal to erupt at the North Pole. Adult language and humor, no children. Tickets from $20. (858) 481-1055. northcoastrep.org •San Diego Actors Theater presents a staged reading series at the Riford Library in La Jolla, starting with “The Zoo Story” by Pulizter Prize-winning playwright Edward Albee. Directed by Patricia Elmore Costa, the reading stars Fred Harlow and Tom Steward, 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 18 at 7555 Draper Ave. $8-$10. (858) 552-1657. lajollalibrary.org •San Diego Musical Theatre presents “Miracle on 34th Street” matinees and evenings through Dec. 23 at the Horton Grand Theatre, 444 Fourth Ave. Tickets from $30. (858) 560-5740. sdmt.org •Impro Theatre presents Dickens Unscripted, an improvised winter comedy, 7:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 19 at North Coast Repertory Theater, 987 Lomas Santa Fe Drive, Solana Beach. Comic portraits, cruel melodrama and humane charity of heartbreaking tenderness explode onto the teeming streets of Victorian London. Tickets: $25. (858) 481-1055.

northcoastrep.org/season/offnights.html • In an original take on “A Christmas Carol,” La Jolla Theatere Ensemble presents Matt Thompson’s version 7 p.m. Dec. 20-21 at La Jolla Community Center, 6811 La Jolla Blvd. Plot: A community group gathers for their annual radio-show performance of Charles Dickens’ famous story, but will the actor playing Scrooge make it in time, and can the troupe pull it off, despite the bad weather? Come and find out with “A Christmas Carol: A Classic Radio Play.” $10 suggested donation. (858) 459-0831. ljcommunitycenter.org •The Wholehearted,” a one-woman show written and co-directed by UC San Diego Department of Theatre & Dance professor Deborah Stein (The Bitter Game), performed and co-directed by Suli Holum will run through Dec. 18 at La Jolla Playhouse’s Potiker Theatre, 2910 La Jolla Village Drive on campus. “The Wholehearted” is the unflinching portrait of a female boxer who survives a brutal attack by her own husband. Tickets $35. (858) 550-1010. lajollaplayhouse.org

Symphony Offerings •“Noel Noel,” a concert of popular music of the season, welcomes Broadway showman and San Diego native Brian Stokes Mitchell, for matinee and evening shows Dec. 16-18 at Symphony Hall, In addition to Mitchell on vocals, San Diego Master Chorale and San Diego Children’s Choir perform, Sameer Patel conducts. Tickets from $20. sandiegosymphony.org •Under the conduction of Sameer Patel, San Diego Master Chorale and San Diego Children’s

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EVENT BRIEFS (CONTINUED) Choir perform a special one-hour Family Holiday Concert, 2 p.m. Sunday Dec. 18 at Symphony Hall. Pre-concert activities 1-1:50 p.m., include a chance to try an instrument in the Instrument Discovery Zone, listen to student bell-ringers and get a photo with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Tickets from $15. sandiegosymphony.org

Christmas Circus •The San Diego Circus Center presents its 2016 winter show: Winter’s Roundabout, 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 16; 3 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 17, and 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 18 at San Diego Circus Center, 2050 Hancock St. See winter-themed trapeze acts, wheel tricks, handstands, clowning, skills, rope tricks and more. Tickets from $20. sandiegocircuscenter.org

West African Dance San Diego West African dancer and teacher Sadie Lee brings her many years of experience to Dance North County, 533 Encinitas Boulevard, Suite 100, for a class on Friday, Dec. 16 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Beginners are welcome and Lee will be accompanied by fabulous percussionists. Cost is $13 and more information is available at facebook.com/EncinitasWestAfricanDance or by calling 760-402-7229.

Street Musicians Christmas concert Musicians and singers from the community are invited to come and play or sing at the Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish Drive, from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., and the public is encouraged to come enjoy the music. For more information, call 760-753-7376 or visit sdcl.org/locations_EN.html.

This Week at Art Lounge on 101 The Art of Basket Weaving (Saturday, Dec. 17): From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., award-winning basket artist Nadine Spier will host this craft class for all levels. Participants will learn how to coil a basket around an unusual stone center. The cost is $55 plus a materials fee of $37 as flexible pine needles and Irish waxed linen thread will be provided. A Few of My Favorite Things: Paper, Paint and Pen, text edition (Sunday, Dec. 18): Instructor Kelly Kilmer will host this 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. class for all levels to learn to combine visual arts with the written word. Cost is $95. For more information on these or other classes at Art Lounge on 101 in Encinitas, visit artloungeon101.com/events or call 858-442-8666.

Encinitas Ballet: The Nutcracker Candy canes leap through the air, giant mice do battle with toy soldiers, snowflakes dance and the Nutcracker transforms into a handsome prince in this ballet, which is choreographed to the music of Tchaikovsky. This Encinitas Ballet performances are set for Saturday, Dec. 17 at 1 and 5 p.m. at the Thompson Performing Arts Center, 1 Maverick

Way in Carlsbad. Cost is $25/$20 and more information is available at encinitasballet.com or 760-632-4947.

Handel’s Messiah, Bach Collegium San Diego The complete Messiah will be performed by the world-renowned singers and orchestra on instruments from Handel’s time on Saturday, Dec. 17 (7:30 p.m.) at Saint Constantine and Saint Helen Greek Orthodox Church, 3459 Manchester Ave. This is a holiday classic, featuring the beloved Hallelujah Chorus, and the cost is $20-70 at bachcollegiumsd.org/web/home.aspx or at the door.

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Visit Santa Claus in downtown Encinitas The Encinitas 101 MainStreet Association presents Santa Claus visit in The Lumberyard Courtyard, S. Coast Hwy 101 and H Street, on Saturday, Dec. 17 from 3 to 5 p.m. Receive a free digital photo of your child’s visit with Santa courtesy of Shadowcatcher Imagery (www.shadowcatcherimagery.com). For more information, visit encinitas101.com/events/santa-claus.

An Afternoon of Music and Words Led by Dr. Virginia Loh-Hagan, local children’s book authors and pianists will share their love of stories and song at this Storytime Salon on Sunday, Dec. 18 at 2 p.m. at the Encinitas Library. Authors will read aloud passages from their books and pianists will play music inspired by the stories at this free event. For more information, visit sdcl.org/locations_EN.html or call 760-753-7376.

Families Make History: Handmade Picture Frames In the mid-to-late-1850s, gift givers ranked handmade gifts number one over those that were purchased or manufactured. In December, create your own picture frame using an array of art supplies and get in a happy holiday frame of mind! Every Saturday and Sunday (except holidays), 12-4pm. San Dieguito Heritage Museum, 450 Quail Gardens Drive. Free. For more info http://www.sdheritage.org/free-family-activities or 760-632-9711.

Food Forest Volunteer Days Rise and shine like a farmer and help harvest the crop for donation to a local Encinitas food pantry every Wednesday at Coastal Roots Farm, 800 Ecke Ranch Road. The free event runs from 8 to 11 a.m. and volunteers should enter at the Ecke Road entrance. For more information or to RSVP, visit coastalrootsfarm.org.

The glow of twinkling lights. The allure of holiday décor. And those unforgettably magical moments that will leave you merry and joyous, all season long. Holiday traditions shine at Fairmont Grand Del Mar.

We invite you and your little sugarplums for tea. Enjoy an exclusive performance of Tchaikovsky’s “The Nutcracker,” presented by the Scripps Performing Arts Academy, December 19th and 20th. For special “tea seating” visit TicketTomato.com.

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Oggi’s celebrates 25 years of pizza, beer, sports, community BY KAREN BILLING wenty-five years ago, Oggi’s Sports Brewhouse Pizza got its start in Carmel Valley. Since then, the Hadjis’ family pizzeria has now grown to include 15 restaurants, including the newest in Barstow and one in Glendale, Arizona. They are the official pizza of the San Diego Chargers and on Sundays, the Carmel Valley location now owned by franchisees Ryan and Janis Deady becomes a Charger watch party complete with giveaways. Over Thanksgiving weekend, Oggi’s transformed to “Little Columbus” as it serves as the official game watching location for Ohio State alumni, even hosting San Diego Police Chief Shelley Zimmerman, noted Ohio sports fan and Ohio State alumni, for the Buckeyes’ exciting win over Michigan. As part of its 25th anniversary celebration, Oggi’s has selected 25 charities to donate to throughout the month of December. Charities include San Diego Veterans for Peace, San Diego Center for Children, Miracle Babies, Paul’s Senior Center and Home of Guiding Hands. “We feel so fortunate as a family to have this restaurant chain and to have it grow to where it is today and to have the ability to raise money and give back,” said Estella Ferrera, Oggi’s vice president. Oggi’s was founded by Ferrara’s father, George Hadjis, and his brother, John, in August of 1991. They were two guys looking to start something different after more than 20 combined years working in the

technology industry. While they had no restaurant business experience, they settled on developing a high-end pizza concept. The San Clemente residents looked everywhere for the perfect location and picked Carmel Valley as they believed the neighborhood had the most potential for growth. “We opened in 1991, which was during a major recession,” said Ferrara of the restaurant, which was originally named Stuft Pizza. “It was hard. We’re a Greek family and being that means we don’t give up. Our family stuck together and we just worked so hard and made sure we got through it. It took years, but we did.” Ferrera said her father and uncle had a lot of fun with the Carmel Valley restaurant in those early days, just trying to get the word out. They did silly things like pretending to be customers and walking out into Carmel Country Plaza proclaiming that the pizza they just ate was the best they’d ever had. When then-President Bill Clinton came to visit Coronado in the early 1990s, they loaded their four delivery trucks, which at the time had a giant light-up telephone on top, and drove the fleet to Coronado to “feed the president,” ending up on the local news. Ferrera was a teenager when the family opened up Oggi’s in Carmel Valley and helped out with her younger brother and older cousin, working in the back or at the cash register. She went off to college and eventually came back to work for the family business 15 years ago.

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little crazy at the time , given that the restaurants were only about 3,200 square feet — but they were set on differentiating themselves. Oggi’s was essentially one of the pioneers of the craft-beer movement in San Diego, starting to brew its California Gold blonde and Duck Dive hefeweizen. The next step was guiding the restaurant into more of a sports theme, adding multiple TVs for game-watching and partnering with local sports radio stations. Their second location opened in Carmel Mountain Ranch, followed by Encinitas. In 2001, they hosted a contest on TV and radio to rename the pizzeria and brewery. Of all the names they collected, Oggi’s clicked — the Italian word for “today” went along with the freshness of the high- quality food, beer and sports they served up. With seven locations open at the time, Oggie’s partnered with the San Diego Chargers and San Diego Padres in 2003 and Oggie’s pizza was served exclusively in their stadiums — it was a huge, exciting step for the small chain, Ferrara said. Over the last 14 years, Oggi’s has served as the official pizza for the Del Mar Thoroughbred Club, Anaheim Ducks, Phoenix Coyotes and the exclusive pizza of Angels Stadium. In 2016, they remain the official pizza of the Chargers and the Angels. Oggi’s began its partnership with Charger running back LaDainian Tomlinson shortly after he was named the NFL’s Most Valuable SEE OGGI’S, B21

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overeating. While gorging on gargantuan platefuls spread over several hours is not the best thing you can do for your body, overeating on one day will not harm you. Most of the food (and calories) will be gone from your system in a few days, and aside from some salt retention and swelling, you’ll be good to go with no lingering physical effects. The health problems arise, however, when people see Thanksgiving as the unofficial kickoff to holiday overindulgence. There are multiple religions and cultures that collectively celebrate nearly 30 holidays between November and mid-January. Regardless of belief or affiliation, there are work-related events and gift-exchanges and myriad sweets, food trays, candy trays, as well as cookie exchanges that start magically appearing the day after Thanksgiving. There are marathon home baking sessions. And as the weather cools, coziness is encouraged; December is nothing without images of people nestled by the fire—with food and drink abounding. But don’t get trapped into

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accumulates each year. The truth is that one month of overindulging can sabotage your health. It is hard to lose weight after gaining it suddenly, and it’s even harder to keep it off, especially as you age. This added weight puts strain on your vascular system. Belly fat puts pressure on your abdominal aorta, and it is harder for your veins to pump the blood back up from your feet. Other than genetics, this is the most common cause of varicose veins. The other problem is that the weight gain decreases mobility, and at this point, getting the necessary exercise has been a problem so far. Decreased mobility on top of weight gain is a recipe for vein disease, which is not served only for the holidays. So I urge you to practice moderation throughout the coming month. Keep track of the food that you’re eating, and be wary of the holiday food trays and candy exchanges. Don’t be afraid to regift the sweets you get if you’re afraid it will sabotage your health. But as for Thanksgiving? Go ahead. It’s one day. Pass the gravy.

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RSF SENIOR CENTER BY TERRIE LITWIN, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

A variety of classes and activities offered Resource and Referral Service - Available Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Seniors and their family members can speak with a staff member and receive valuable information to address a wide variety of needs. For assistance, or to schedule an appointment, please call the Senior Center (858) 756-3041. Laughter is the Best Medicine – On Wednesday, Jan. 4, at 2 p.m., Joseph Weiss, M.D., will present “Laughter is the Best Medicine.” During this entertaining, interactive presentation, you will learn the importance of humor and laughter in daily life to enhance wellness. Dr. Weiss will also discuss how to recognize the delicate balance and sensitivity required in the use of humor. Please call (858) 756-3041 to reserve your space. The Secret to Better Health?...It’s in Your Mouth! – Weston Spencer, DDS, maintains dental practices in both La Jolla and Rancho Santa Fe. On Friday, Jan. 20, at 2 p.m., Dr. Spencer will highlight the major role your mouth plays in overall health and discuss the recent trends and myths regarding your dental health. Please call (858) 756-3041 to reserve your space. Staying Fit While You Sit – It is no surprise to hear how frequently sitting results in harmful effects on our health. On Friday, Jan. 27, at 2 p.m., Catherine Sundsmo, M.D., will discuss tips for being active during hours of sitting and how to sneak in a few minutes of exercise every day to promote overall physical and mental health. Dr. Sundsmo is Board Certified in Family Medicine. Please call (858)756-3041 to reserve your space. Guided Group Meditation – Get your week off to a great start by enjoying a 30-minute guided group meditation followed by an optional discussion. Join Chopra Center Certified instructor, Lizzy Weiss, Monday mornings from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., and learn to reduce stress and enhance well-being. If weather permits, meditation will take place in the Senior Center garden. Please bring a jacket or blanket

to ensure your comfort during your meditation practice. Art History Video Lecture – Enjoy an art history video lecture from the Great Courses Teaching Company® hosted by Jan Lyon. This class meets on the following Mondays from 2 p.m. to 3:45 p.m.: 1/16, 1/30, 2/27, 3/13, 3/27, and 4/10. Classical Music Appreciation – Instructor Randy Malin leads this class featuring classical music composers and the music that has endured through the ages. Join Randy for a little history, a little biography, and a lot of music! This class meets on the following Mondays from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.: 1/9, 1/23, 2/6, 2/13, and 4/24. Balance & Fall Prevention Fitness Class – Tuesday afternoons from 1:45 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. and Wednesday mornings from 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m., licensed physical therapist, Cathy Boppert, leads the class in performing practical and useful exercises to improve balance, strengthen muscles, and help prevent falls. Class resumes Jan. 11. The cost for each class is $10 paid to the instructor. Books, Blockbusters, & the Year We Had – Professor Garrett Chaffin-Quiray will engage

participants in a review and discussion of influential movies and books from 1946, 1953, 1965, 1973, 1984, and 1999. Each session will focus on one year in the categories of Oscar Winner, Box Office Winner, New York Times Fiction Bestseller, and Pulitzer Prize in Fiction. Bring your thoughts and memories to share! Class meets the following Fridays at 10 a.m.: 2/3, 3/3, 4/7, 5/12, 6/2, and 7/7. Acting Class with Monty Silverstone – Instructor Monty Silverstone will conduct six weekly classes teaching students about monologues, scene study, and cold reading from scripts. Monty is an accomplished actor and father of Hollywood actress Alicia Silverstone. Please call (858) 759-7881 for more information. Oil Painting Class – Create beautiful works of art using your favorite photos – from portraits to landscapes. Instructor, Lynne Zimet, provides step-by-step demonstrations using various techniques. All levels are welcome. There is a $10 fee per class paid to the instructor. Students are responsible for purchasing their own supplies. Please call for current class schedule.

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RSF Tennis Club Holiday Fundraiser

fundraiser for the RSF Tennis Club was held Dec. 7. The event featured clothing from the popular Tolani Collection. Designer and RSF residents Alka Tolani and her husband, Raj Tolani, are donating 50 percent of the event proceeds to the RSF Tennis Club. The Tolani Collection can be found at major retail stores around the country. For more information on the Tolani Collection, visit www.tolanicollection.com. Online: www.rsfreview.com

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he Rancho Santa Fe Unit of Rady Children’s Hospital Auxiliary held its annual Holiday Brunch and Fashion Show Dec. 9 at the Fairmont Grand Del Mar. The event, which also featured boutiques, celebrated the auxiliary’s current and past members, and raised money for the Endowment of Genomics. The organization holds several fundraisers throughout the year in support of Rady Children’s Hospital-San Diego. For more information, visit www.ranchosantafe-rady.org/ Online: www.rsfreview.com

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APN: 269-202-40-00 TS No: CA08006688-14-1 TO No: 110494597 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE (The above statement is made pursuant to CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(d)(1). The Summary will be provided to Trustor(s) and/or vested owner(s) only, pursuant to CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(d)(2).) YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED March 29, 2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On January 13, 2017 at 10:30 AM, MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded April 4, 2005 as Instrument No. 20050271917, and that said Deed of Trust was modified by Modification Agreement recorded on April 18, 2008 as Instrument Number 2008-0206442, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of San Diego County, California, executed by: RAY W. GRIMM JR. AND DARAN W. GRIMM, HUSBAND AND WIFE, as Trustor, MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. (Original Beneficiary) as nominee for CHEVY CHASE BANK, F.S.B. (Original Lender) and Capital One, N.A., as current Servicer/Lender, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). At: at the entrance to the East County Regional Center by statue, 250 E. Main Street, El Cajon, CA 92020, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County, California describing the land therein: “AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE ABOVE MENTIONED DEED OF TRUST” The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 17061 CIRCA DEL SUR, RANCHO SANTA FE, CA 92067 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $3,175,463.76. Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. CONDITION OF SALE: The successful bidder will be required to pay county documentary transfer tax, any city tax, and any other applicable taxes or fees (including, but not limited to, the fee for recording Preliminary Change of Ownership report) to the auctioneer at the time of sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the purchaser shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a

of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. Date: December 8, 2016 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps 17100 Gillette Ave Irvine, CA 92614 Phone:949-252-8300 TDD: 866-660-4288 For Sale Information: SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www.insourcelogic.com FOR AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: In Source Logic AT 702-659-7766 TO NOTIFY TRUSTEE OF BANKRUPTCY FILINGS, PLEASE FAX FACE PAGE OF BANKRUPTCY PETITION TO 949.252.8330 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks

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100hold - LEGAL NOTICES may more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call In Source Logic at 702659-7766 or visit this Internet Web site www.insourcelogic.com, using the file number assigned to this case CA08006688-14. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Myron Ravelo, Authorized Signatory THIS OFFICE MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.ISL Number 26140, Pub Dates: 12/15/2016, 12/22/2016, 12/29/2016, RANCHO SANTA FE REVIEW. RSF563.

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SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) NOTICE TO DEFENDANT (Aviso Al Demandado): COLLATERAL FINANCING GROUP, LLC, a California Limited Liability Company; DISCOVERY SALES, INC., a California Corporation; DISCOVERY BUILDERS, INC., a California Corporation; CAREY HENDRICKSON, as individual; ALBERT SEENO III, an individual; AYMAN SHAHID, an individual and DOES 1 through 20, inclusive. YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: (Lo esta demandando el demandante): JOHN SMYRNI, an individual CASE NUMBER: (Numero del Caso): C16-01169 NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without you being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below. You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written re-

served on you to file a wr sponse at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www. courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www. lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www. courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The courts lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. AVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 dias, la corte puede decider en su contra sin escuchar su version. Lea la informacion a continuacion. Tiene 30 DIAS DE CALENDARIO despues de que le entreguen esta citacion y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una llamada telefonica no lo protegen. Su respuesza por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es possible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y mas informacion en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.courtinfo. ca.gov/selfhelp/espanol/), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede mas cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentacion, pida al secretario de la corte que le de un formulario de exencion de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumpilmiento y la corte le podra quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin mas advertencia. Hay otros requisitos legales Es recommendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, pueda llamar a un servicio de remision a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (www.

de California Legal Services, (www. lawhelpcalifornia.org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www.sucorte.ca.gov) o poniendose en cantacto con la corte o el colegio de abagados locales. AVISO: por ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperacion de $10,000 o mas de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesion de arbitraje en un caso de dericho civil. Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso. The name and address of the court is: (El nombre y direccion de la corte es): CONTRA COSTA SUPERIOR COURT 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 The name, address and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney or plaintiff without attorney is: (El nombre, la direccion y el numero de telefono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es): John S. Richards Richards Law 261 Hartz Avenue Danville, CA 94526 92-231-8404 DATE (fecha): JUN 20, 2016 Clerk, by (Secretario), WEBER, Deputy (Adjunto) Summons-Ayman Shahid. RSF558 12/1/16, 12/8/16, 12/15/16, 12/22/16.

JACK W. SCHWARTZ, JR., ESQ. (SBN #124506) JOHN S. RICHARDS, ESQ. (SBN #249073) RICHARDS LAW 261 Hartz Avenue Danville, CA 94526 Telephone: (925) 231-8104 Facsimile: (925) 231-8109 SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA UNLIMITED JURISDICTION Case Number: C16-01169 NOTICE OF DAMAGES SOUGHT BY DEFAULT C.C.P. §§425.10, 425.11, 425.115 AND 580 JOHN SMYRNI, an individual, Plaintiff v. COLLATERAL FINANCING GROUP, LLC, a California Limited Liability Company et al. Defendants. NOTICE TO Defendant AYMAN SHAHID (“SHAHID”), Plaintiff JOHN SMYRNI (‘Plaintiff”) reserves the right to seek $450,000.00 (four hundred and fifty thousand dollars and .00 cents) in punitive damages when Plaintiff seeks a judgment in the instant suit filed against you entitled Smyrni v. Collateral Financing Group, LLC et al. Contra Costa Superior Court Case number C16-01169. This notice is being served pursuant to California Code of Civil Procedure §§ Sections 425.10, 425.11, 425.115 and 580. Dated: November 3, 2016 RICHARDS LAW By: JOHN S. RICHARDS Attorneys for Plaintiff John Smyrni RSF559. 12/1/16, 12/8/16, 12/15/16, 12/22/16.

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Comedian Rachel Bloom to appear at La Paloma After having to cancel an earlier show due to illness, Rachel Bloom has re-scheduled her performance at Encinitas’ historic La Paloma Stage for Jan. 14. The San Diego Center for Jewish Culture, with sponsorship from the Leightag Foundation, presents the comedy and musical satire show from Bloom, a comedian who recently won a Golden Globe for Best Actress for her role in the quirky musical comedy, “Crazy Ex-Girlfriend,” which airs on CW. Well known for her risqué comedy music videos on YouTube under the name “Racheldoesstuff,” Bloom’s channel currently has over 70,000 subscribers, according to a news release.

Her first Internet music video went viral in 2010 winning Bloom numerous awards and notoriety, and she has written and starred in two live musical sketch comedy shows which have toured in LA and New York: “Bloom is a Triple Threat!!!” and “Sing Out, Louise.” Bloom also has written, voiced characters and starred in numerous TV shows and released two albums, “Please Love Me” and “Suck It, Christmas.!!!” (A Chanukah Album). Tickets for the La Paloma performance cost $20/$25 and are available by calling the JCC Box Office at 858-362-1348 or by visiting tickets.lfjcc.org. Doors open at 7:15 p.m. and the show starts at 8 p.m.

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Brewing Company. Ferrera said the name no longer felt authentic as the Mission Valley and Carmel Mountain Ranch locations were the only ones that still had breweries on site — the rest were pulled out of the restaurants to increase seating and they now have a central brewery in San Clemente. Twenty years in, they changed the name to Oggi’s Sports Brewhouse Pizza as that is just what they are — a place for sports, beer and pizza. The ever-evolving and large menu now includes a kale chopped salad, quinoa sliders, short rib nachos and loaded pizza fries. New dessert items include “Cinnaknots”, Oggi’s handmade dough fried in the beignet style and filled with cream cheese icing, and the Black Magic Beer Float, decadent coffee ice cream floating in Oggi’s Black Magic Stout beer. “My philosophy is if you rest on your laurels, you’ll be gobbled up by the competition,” Ferrara said. “We’re constantly evolving to be better and better and better.” Oggi’s is located at 12840 Carmel Country Road, Carmel Valley, 92130, 858-481-2621. For more information visit delmar.oggis.com.

Player in 2006. While there was a break when he moved onto the New York Jets, for the last two years, LT has served as Oggi’s corporate spokesperson. “Our partnership with LaDainian is special,” Ferrara said. “We work together to raise money for our communities because he believes in giving back as much as we do.” Oggi’s has participated in several events that raise funds for Tomlinson’s Touching Lives Foundation and last year Oggi’s also came up with a seasonal beer in LT’s name. Tomlinson 21 Session IPA, an easy drinking IPA with a decreased alcohol level and lighter taste, is now offered year-round with a portion of every beer sold going to LT’s foundation. Every 10 years, Oggi’s goes through a complete re-modernization of its concept, updating both the look and the menu. The Carmel Valley location, which has expanded its patio over the last few years, will soon be getting new flooring, paint and other upgrades. The last evolution five years ago was an adjustment to the name, Oggi’s Pizza and

FROM DANCERS, B5 I was inspired, after not having danced for thirty years.” The duo’s younger half, Trevor Poleyn, was in the Mingei performance. He has a degree from UCSD — in psychology. “I think of this hole-y space as holy,” he said, pointing to the stage floor, covered with painted circles. “And dancing is my new passion now.” Later, I spoke with Anne Gehman about the piece. “Giving Way is actually a practice — present-moment composing — that allows us to generate the movement,” she said. “It’s not about leading or following, it’s about partners deeply listening to each other, always one with eyes closed, one with eyes open. It’s an intimate process that involves reaching out, and going inward; when the dancers do that, then the audience does it, too.” Part of the process, Gehman said, is the sense of a high-risk environment. With half the 50 dancers moving blindly, often quickly, there’s the possibility of collisions. And halfway through, a lighted orb-on-a-stick descends from above and gets launched into wide-swinging circles,

narrowly missing a running dancer or two every time. But wait — 50 dancers? Weren’t there supposed to be 100? “I put out the call for 100 in September, and I ended up with over 50,” Gehman said. “About 25 percent are professional dancers, and a few just can’t make every one of our performances.” But 100 remains the target number: there are 100 tiny light bulbs suspended from the ceiling, a starry sky over the dancers, and 100 circles on the “hole-y” floor, which MFA student Matthew Herman designed so that the groupings of the circles are all prime numbers that add up to 100. And then there’s the soundscape, an eclectic mix by musician/composer Kris Apple that ranges from folk songs to Foo Fighters, and includes rhythmic scratches from an old vinyl record and Apple’s own solos on violin and drums ... not to mention the sound of silence, while 100 bare feet create their own rhythm on the floor. Anne Gehman called “One Hundred Giving Way,” quite an adventure. And her dancers added: “It was such fun!” The piece, it turns out, is her thesis project. Keep an eye out for more adventures to come.

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American Legion National Commander visits Encinitas Post

he American Legion’s National Commander, Charles E. Schmidt, attended events and spoke throughout San Diego County on Dec. 10. The American Legion is a 2.2 million-member wartime veterans’ organization formed in Paris on March 16, 1919 by members of the American Expeditionary Forces. It was chartered by Congress on Sept. 16, 1919. On one of his stops, Schmidt attended the Army vs. Navy football game at the American Legion San Dieguito Post 416 in Encinitas. For more information, visit www.calegionpost416.org/ Online: www.encinitasadvocate.com

Boomer Schilling, E-Board 1 Year Troy Van Wyhe, 1st Vice Commander George Barlow, Tim Kirk, Wally Bregman, event organizer Philip Dana

Providing the National commander with an escort from San Diego were American Legion Riders Post #255 Ray Tam and Jim Gelfo, Post #460 Josh Smith, Margie and Mike Johnson, Post 416 E-Board 2 Year Peter-Rolf Ohnstad, American Legion Riders Dept of California President Mike Sobczak (Post 149)

National commander of the American Legion Charles E. Schmidt greets US Naval Academy Alumni ‘60 Dick Banister

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Brady Beauchamp, Ralph Bettencourt, California State Assemblyman Rocky Chavez, San Dieguito American Legion Post 416 Media & PR Relations Officer Mary Jane Whitler Fisher

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‘Spend the Night with Billy Crystal’ show coming to San Diego Tony and Emmy Award-winning comedian, actor, producer, writer and director Billy Crystal announced his upcoming 30-plus city U.S. tour Spend the Night with Billy Crystal, which will make a stop at the Copley Symphony Hall in San Diego on Feb. 16. Coming off

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and Analyze This. He was much loved as the acclaimed nine-time host of the Academy Awards, an achievement topped only by Bob Hope, who hosted the Oscars 19 times. Also an award-winning author, Crystal’s latest memoir, Still Foolin’ ‘Em: Where I’ve Been, Where I’m Going, and Where

the Hell Are My Keys?, was an instant New York Times bestseller. Tickets are available at Ticketmaster.com. To charge by phone, call (800) 745-3000 or (805) 963-4408. Connect with Billy Crystal on his official Twitter – twitter.com/billycrystal

OPEN HOUSES CARMEL VALLEY

$729,000-$765,000 3BD / 2.5BA

11292 Carmel Creek Rd Robyn Raskind, Berkshire Hathaway

$1,325,000 4BD / 3BA

5150 Via Avante Becky Campbell, Paciﬁc Sotheby’s International Realty

$1,450,000 5BD / 3.5BA

4939 Ruette De Mer Rhonda Hebert, Windermere Homes & Estates

Sat 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. 858-229-9131 Sat & Sun 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. 858-449-2027 Sun 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. 858-945-0644

$3,395,000-$3,695,000 6910 The Preserve Way 6BD / 8BA Jana Greene, Paciﬁc Sotheby’s Int’l Realty/Host: Diane Dunlop

Sat 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. 619-708-4756

$7,495,000 6BD / 6.5BA

4920 Rancho Del Mar Trail Becky Campbell, Paciﬁc Sotheby’s International Realty

Sun 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. 858-449-2027

$475,000-$525,876 2BD / 2BA

13675 Ruette Le Parc C Robert Sayler, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices

Sat & Sun 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. 858-922-2283

$1,159,000 3BD / 2BA

14074 Mango Drive Csilla Crouch, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices

Sat & Sun 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. 858-245-6793

$2,250,000 4BD / 3BA

221 26th Street Kevin & Diane Cummins, Coastal Premier Properties

Sat & Sun 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. 858-750-9577

$2,295,000 2BD / 2BA

345 14th Street Jennifer Anderson, Willis Allen Real Estate

Sat & Sun 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. 858-524-3077

$4,795,000 5BD / 6.5BA

4809 Linea Del Sol Robert Sayler, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices

$1,489,000 4BD / 4.5BA

1408 Lauren Court Danielle Short, Coldwell Banker/Host: Kristen Kerr

$1,875,000 4BD / 5BA

796 Clark Ave Kathe Lang, Berkshire Hathaway

$1,325,000 4BD / 3BA

5150 Via Avante Becky Campbell, Paciﬁc Sotheby’s International Realty

$1,450,000 3BD / 2.5BA

14530 Caminito Saragossa Sat & Sun 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. Shannon Biszantz, Paciﬁc Sothebys International Realty 619-417-4655

$1,525,000 5BD / 4BA

5293 Vista Del Dios – Senterra John Lefferdink, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices

Sun 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. 619-813-8222

$2,498,000 4BD / 4.5BA

7778 Doug Hill Ct – Santaluz Gloria Shepard & Kathy Lysaught, Coldwell Banker

Sun 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. 619-417-5564

$3,995,000 8BD / 7.5BA

17615 Via de Fortuna Cecilia G Zavala, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices

Sat 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. 858-699-6646

$7,495,000 6BD / 6.5BA

4920 Rancho Del Mar Trail Becky Campbell, Paciﬁc Sotheby’s International Realty

Sun 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. 858-449-2027

$869,000 2BD / 2BA

640 W Solana Circle #19 Jennifer Anderson, Willis Allen Real Estate

$2,099,000 3BD / 2.5BA

164 Solana Point Circle Sat 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Jennifer Anderson, Willis Allen Real Estate/Host: Reanna Watkins 858-524-3077

DEL MAR

ENCINITAS

RANCHO SANTA FE

SOLANA BEACH

Sun 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. 858-922-2283 Sat & Sun 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. 619-708-1500 Sun 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. 760-576-6933 Sat & Sun 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. 858-449-2027

Sat 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. 858-524-3077

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OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY

RANCHO SANTA FE – THE CROSBY 3BR/3.5BA | $1,199,000

SANTALUZ, 3BR/3BA | $1,250,000

RANCHO SANTA FE – THE BRIDGES, 5+1BR/6+2BA | $7,950,000

RANCHO SANTA FE – THE CROSBY 4+1BR/4.5BA | $1,950,000

RANCHO SANTA FE – COVENANT, 5BR/6.5BA | $4,100,000

SANTALUZ, 4BR/4.5BA | $2,783,000

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