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San Diego County Sheriff’s Dept. begins using drones BY BRITTANY WOOLSEY Following a deputy-involved shooting earlier this month in Rancho Santa Fe, the San Diego County Sheriff’s Dept. used aerial drone footage to document the scene and capture overhead images to be used as evidence. Modern-day footage from these unmanned aerial vehicles, or UAVs, can be paramount in such investigations, said Sheriff’s Department Lt. Jason Vickery. “If it comes down for a jury to look at and see the crime
scene in this resolution, it gives a good picture to the person who wasn’t there to what it looked like and how things transpired at that event,” Vickery said. The department, which covers 4,200-square-miles of county land, including the cities of Encinitas, Solana Beach, Del Mar and the community of Rancho Santa Fe, began implementing the drone program in October after receiving permission from the Federal Aviation Administration in September and researching other law
The San Diego County Sheriff’s Dept. has begun using drones. enforcement agencies throughout the country that used the technology. Although the Sheriff’s Department did not seek approval from city councils or residents regarding the drones, Vickery said the department worked with several community advisory groups, consisting of community members and
civic leaders. The feedback was mostly positive, he said. “Based on that, there wasn’t a whole lot of opposition,” Vickery said. “I think everybody felt like this would be a valuable asset and help the department to save lives.” But others have voiced that feedback wasn’t enough and
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Year in Review for Rancho Santa Fe Below is a recap of notable actions/events that took place in Rancho Santa Fe in the first six months of 2016. A recap of notable events that occurred in Rancho Santa Fe in the last six months of 2016 (with changes that ultimately occurred to some of the actions taken in the first half of the year) will be published next week (Jan. 5, 2017 issue).
■ See inside for a variety of photos of community events.
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TPHS BOYS VARSITY SOCCER TEAM TOPS AT TOURNAMENT The Torrey Pines Falcons boys varsity soccer team matched up against Canyon Crest Academy Ravens in the Grossmount Soccer Tournament at Santana High School on Dec. 17 (above). The Falcons won the game 2-0. Torrey Pines went on to win the 39th Annual Grossmont Soccer Tournament. For more, see page A9.
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‘Team Better’ app motivates women to take care of themselves and their health BY STACEY PHILLIPS Many women today say they are busier than ever juggling their personal and professional lives. Whether they are spending time raising the kids, working at a demanding job or managing the household, they often don’t take the time to care for themselves and their health. Two years ago, Norm Hamson and Grant Ingersoll, both natives of North County San Diego, set out to make a difference in health and wellness for women. The result was the creation of a free app they named “Team Better,” which was launched this past summer for the iPhone and Android. “So many of us get caught up in our routines, we forget to take time to focus on ourselves and our health,” said Jen Kim, a Rancho Santa Fe resident and Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) who writes food and nutrition blogs for the app. “The app reminds us to take at least a few minutes each day to focus on our health and take care of
ourselves.” She said the app provides an abundance of health information from experts that are backed by science. “The app also provides a great social support system which can really help you stay motivated,” said Kim. Each day, app users receive a wellness challenge such as drinking a cup of water before every meal, flossing your teeth or doing 10 pushups. Users earn tickets for every challenge completed and prizes are given out, such as a gift certificate from Amazon, Target or Whole Foods. Kim said the challenges are designed for everyone and don’t require any drastic changes. “These are simple little changes that you can do every day that can make you healthier,” said Kim. “It’s nothing really complicated or advanced.” “What we’re doing is changing everybody in this little way and you’ll see them start making this difference,” said Hamson, a Rancho Santa Fe resident and CEO of Team Better who formerly
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Tolani Collection
Rancho Santa Fe designer creates popular clothing line BY STACEY PHILLIPS ith a deep love of fashion and a keen eye for design, Alka Tolani began designing silk scarves as a hobby while her two children were in high school about 12 years ago. The Rancho Santa Fe resident was very active in fundraising and was part of the Rancho Santa Fe Unit of Rady Children’s Hospital Auxiliary. Enthusiastic about helping the community, Alka brought her first designs to a charity event for Rady Children’s Hospital. She said the scarves were very well received and greatly helped the charity. She continued to work with several more charities, combining her passion for the community and love for designing. Several friends encouraged her to consider selling her unique pieces to the wholesale California market. She agreed and began making scarves for Kitson, a high-end retailer in Los Angeles that now only sells its products online. “At that time, Kitson was the place to be for celebrities,” said Alka. “When Jessica Alba wore one of the products at a Los Angeles Lakers basketball game in 2008, our phones wouldn’t stop ringing. That set the platform for the Tolani brand.” The photograph was included in several fashion publications and brought national and international recognition to the brand. Boutique buyers began reaching out to Alka for her designs and she said that it inspired her to establish her own company, Tolani Collection, after her family name. Her part-time hobby soon became a full-time business. She and her husband, Raj, a scientist with a background in engineering, own and manage the company. Their daughter, Aishya, is the brand manager. Tolani now offers an accessory and clothing line that incorporates modernity and tradition. Inspired by global cultures, Alka said that native design elements are incorporated into the contemporary ready-to-wear clothing line and each of the eye-catching prints is one-of-a-kind. More than 50 celebrities have been seen wearing Tolani clothing, including Kim Kardashian, Halle Berry, Nicky Hilton, Nicole Richie, Hilary Duff, Selena Gomez and many others. The products are sold under three different brands and include blouses, pants, skirts and dresses, as well as accessories such as kimonos, capes and scarves. Tolani clothing is made of silk and sold in high-end department stores such as Neiman Marcus, Anthropologie, Revolve, Zappos and specialty stores all over the world. It is also being sold to distributors internationally in Australia, Italy, Germany and Spain. The fashion designer said that she often sees her clothing being worn while she is traveling. “It feels really good to watch someone wear your brand and they are walking right next to you,” she said. Her daughter Aishya, a graduate of the University of California, Berkeley and Parson’s School of Design in New York, orchestrates the photoshoots for the Tolani brand. “It’s a big production for us,” said Alka. “We have our makeup artists, hair
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Designer Alka Tolani and designer Aishya Tolani. stylists, photographers and models.” “You can identify a Tolani from a distance,” said Alka. “You will not miss it because it is so distinct in design and drenched in color when it comes to silk. We’re known for our prints.” As creative director, Alka travels extensively, about six months a year, and is exposed to a variety of culture that she incorporates into the designs. “I get my inspiration from music, architecture, art or landscape,” she said. “I am taking the elements from these different aspects of life and translating it into everyday wear for women.” The Tolanis set up a Computer Aided Design (CAD) studio overseas in India where the designs are created digitally. “We have over two dozen CAD artists so our prints are created from scratch,” said Alka, who provides input on more than 50 designs daily. “Every single print we make is one-of-a-kind and tailored to flatter a woman’s body.” After the designs are created, they are printed digitally on silk. Alka and Raj also opened a warehouse in North San Diego County, which includes a design studio. The company is currently creating a new brand that focuses on velvets as well as embroideries on tencel, an environmentally-friendly fabric that Alka said feels soft like denim and hangs like silk. It is scheduled to be introduced in the next few months. “Passion is so critical when you create something,” said Alka. “There is no limit to growth if you are dedicated and if you are hard-working and if you have a vision. That’s what you need to have — a vision. The sky is the limit. You have to be thinking beyond your box.” For more information about Tolani, visit www.tolanicollection.com.
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Cathedral battles back to win 1-AA state title BY ERIC SONDHEIMER A CIF state championship Division 1-AA bowl game between Cathedral Catholic and Stockton St. Mary’s that was lacking in drama suddenly got wild and crazy in the fourth quarter on Friday night, Dec. 16, at Sacramento State. St. Mary’s had a 14-point lead and appeared to be cruising to victory. Then Cathedral got an 8-yard touchdown catch from Jack Thompson, followed by a 77-yard touchdown reception from Shawn Poma to tie the game. Morrison Mirer returned an interception 46 yards for a touchdown with 1:25 left, giving the Dons a stunning seven-point lead. No sweat. St. Mary’s Jake Dunniway fired a 70-yard touchdown pass to Aaron Jenkins to tie the game at 35-35 with 45 seconds left. It went to overtime for only the second time since the bowl series began in 2006. And Liam King of Cathedral delivered victory when he made a 20-yard field goal for a 38-35 win. The Dons had stopped St. Mary’s on fourth down on the opening possession of overtime, with Mirer the hero again by tackling Dunniway short of the goal line. “Unbelievable,” Mirer said of his team’s comeback victory. “We’re a tough team. We love each other. We
Liam King’s field goal sent Catherdral past St. Mary's, 38-35. weren’t going to lose.” Mirer is the third generation in his family to win a state football title. His father, Rick, a former NFL quarterback, and grandfather, Ken, won state titles in Indiana. Dusty Frampton rushed for 169 yards in 33 carries and scored one touchdown for St. Mary’s. Dunniway completed 31 of 46 passes for 411 yards and four touchdowns.
Tate Haynes completed 18 of 28 passes for 318 yards and three touchdowns for Cathedral (15-0). The Rams (14-2) broke open a halftime tie with two third-quarter touchdowns. Jenkins caught a 10-yard touchdown pass from Dunniway to complete a 92-yard drive and Frampton added a 14-yard touchdown run with 58 seconds left in the third quarter for a 28-14
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Cathedral could never figure out a way to contain the productive offensive duo of Frampton and Dunniway. St. Mary’s only loss was to Southern Section Division 1 champion Bellflower St. John Bosco. St. Mary’s offense has been rolling up yards and points. Somehow, some way, Cathedral came away with a 14-14 tie at halftime. St. Mary’s appeared in control for much of the first half. Dunniway was completing passes with little resistance. He was 16 of 23 for 182 yards and touchdowns of 19 and seven yards to Marcus Aponte. Frampton picked up 73 yards in 20 carries. Cathedral capitalized on a missed 29-yard field goal and stopping St. Mary’s on downs on its own 10-yard line. Those two missed scoring opportunities enabled the Dons to break through at the end of the second quarter to tie the game. Thompson caught a 23-yard touchdown pass Haynes and J.G. Heath caught a two-point conversion pass. Poma had an 18-yard touchdown run in the first quarter for the Dons to pull them within 7-6. Four times in the game, St. Mary’s had the ball inside the 20-yard line and failed to score. eric.sondheimer@latimes.com
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The Country Friends gives $186,500 RSF resident among Don Diego to selected San Diego-based charities scholars excelling at college Since its inception in 1954, The County Friends has gifted nearly $14 million to charitable organizations in San Diego County. All funds raised by The Country Friends stay in San Diego County and are distributed to many small grass-root nonprofits as well as larger, more visible organizations. “I am so thankful for the hard work of our dedicated Board of Directors and event committees that allow us to generously give back to the community we all love, and look forward to another year of record giving in 2017,” said Deborah Cross, president of The Country Friends. The Country Friends gave $186,500 in 2016 to selected San Diego-based charities. 2016 recipients of funding include: Angels Foster Family Network, Burn Institute, Center for Community Solutions, Inc., Community Campership Council, Community Resource Center, Conner’s Cause for Children,
Elizabeth Hospice, Friends of Vista Hill, Girls Rising, Helen Woodward Animal Center, Hospice of North Coast, Include Autism, Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank, LightBridge Hospice Community Foundation, Mama’s Kitchen, Miracle Babies, Musicians for Education, Inc., North County Health Services Project, Outdoor Outreach, Palomar Health Foundation, Partnerships with Industry, Pro Kids the First Tee San Diego, Project Concern International San Diego, Promises2kids, Rady Children Hospital Foundation, Rancho Santa Fe Community Center, REINS Therapeutic Horsemanship Program, Ronald McDonald House Charities of San Diego, Armed Services YMCA, San Diego Center for the Blind, Support the Enlisted Project, Voices for Children, Women’s Resource Center, YWCA of San Diego County Becky’s House and YMCA of San Diego County Border
View. “There is so much need in San Diego County, it’s rewarding to help so many people with the funds we raise each year,” said Marci Cavanaugh, second vice president, Human Care Funding. The Country Friends is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, formed over 60 years ago to provide needed funding for San Diego County-based charities. Its mission is “Helping San Diegans since 1954: One Hand at a Time.” The organization raises funds through proceeds from its Rancho Santa Fe consignment shop, membership, events, sponsorships and donations. Since its founding, The Country Friends has raised millions of dollars to support human care agencies, with special emphasis on services to women, children the elderly, military, and people with disabilities. For more information, visit thecountryfriends.org.
As they complete their first few months at universities around California and across the country, the one dozen 2016 Don Diego Scholarship Foundation scholarship recipients have already achieved much as freshmen and are on a path to success in their chosen career fields, which include agriculture, education, medicine, art, engineering, business and entrepreneurship. Don Diego Chair Jon Liss states, “Their accomplishments validate our board’s selection of these stellar students, who received awards ranging from $1,000 to $10,000, sharing a total of $40,500 in scholarships. They underscore the importance of our generous Foundation donors, whose ongoing support enables these future leaders to build a better San Diego, and a better world.” Here is a sampling of the Don Diego Class of 2016’s success stories to date. Torrey Pines High graduate Sofia Davis of Rancho Santa Fe continues to demonstrate the incredible work ethic that won her a $5,000 scholarship in the Employee category and propelled her to UCSD. She aced every first quarter class, won Provost’s Honors, was selected for a prestigious position at a prominent pre-med club, interns at Palomar Medical Center, works part-time for an optometrist, attends weekly bible study class and plans to work again at the 2017 San Diego County Fair. Sofia says, “I am so grateful for this scholarship and all the opportunities I have gained at UCSD.”
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$2,500 recipient Ray Rapue of Julian is pursuing an Agriculture Education major at Reedley College, where he continues his FFA leadership that began years ago showing lambs at the San Diego County Fair. Ray reports, “This semester I took a class that allowed me to show livestock at the Fresno Fair Collegiate Livestock Show. I exhibited my first goat and placed second in overall showmanship.” Encinitan Sophia Mock is using her SEE SCHOLARS, A15
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Students in adapted PE classes compete in annual basketball tournament BY JUSTIN LAFFERTY ith the stands full of fans, cheerleaders in spirit-sharing mode and great competition ahead, Thursday, Dec. 1, was one basketball game Gautham Ananthanarayanan wouldn’t miss for the world. The eighth-grader at Carmel Valley Middle School had been looking forward to the game all year. On the drive to La Costa Canyon High, Gautham even navigated the way for his mother, Srividya. Gautham, a high-functioning autistic athlete, joined roughly 90 other middle and high school students for the San
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Adaptive Sports and Recreation Association Program Director Teresa Miller and San Dieguito Union High School District Adaptive Physical Education teacher Kasey Galik with participants. PHOTOS BY MCKENZIE IMAGES
Team Hammer was on hand to demonstrate the sport.
Standing: Adaptive Sports and Recreation Association Program Director Teresa Miller, Assistant Program Director Lindsay Holzhammer and Board Vice President Nancy Rosenberger. Front row: Herm the Worm, Patti Knight, Alex Blankenship and Manny Cano.
La Costa Canyon cheerleaders came out to support the teams.
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Rancho Santa Fe Insurance and Chubb Insurance present check for $5,500 to Friends of San Pasqual Academy Craig Edwards of Rancho Santa Fe Insurance and Ed Rochford of Chubb Insurance presented Friends of San Pasqual Academy with a check for $5,500 at their office headquarters in Rancho Santa Fe on Dec. 22. The donation was made possible through the Chubb Charity Challenge Golf Tournament that was held at The American Club in Kohler, Wisc., in October. The Chubb Charity Challenge brings together insurance agents and brokers throughout the United States and Canada each year to raise money for charity. Since its creation in 2000, this series of golf tournaments has raised nearly $13 million for various charities. On a beautiful October day in 1996, Chubb’s Murray Hill office hosted the first Chubb Charity Challenge for 25 producers at New Jersey’s Metedeconk Golf Club. Local New Jersey charities received $25,000 in donations from the event. The producers had a wonderful time and again supported a New Jersey Charity Challenge in 1997 and again in 1998. It was thought that combining an event for Chubb’s agents and their chosen charities would greatly
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At the check presentation are (l-r): Vanessa Snodgrass, Joan Scott (representing Friends of San Pasqual Academy), Jim Darling, Craig Edwards, Ed Rochford, Laura Rodriquez (holding Bond James Bond), Anita Gentry, Sonia Meidinger, Sherie Velasquez and Jodie Quintal. benefit the community. The thankful letters from numerous charities that benefited from unexpected donations coupled with the producers’ enthusiastic support of what Chubb was trying to do was proof that the idea was sound.
In 1999, Chubb decided to expand on the original Challenge concept. Ten branches held local qualifying events and the winning foursome from each branch was then invited to attend the “Tournament of Champions” at
Whistling Straits Golf Club in Kohler, Wisconsin. Those 10 teams played for a total purse of $50,000. Craig Edwards of Rancho Santa Fe Insurance and Ed Rochford of Chubb Insurance were members of a qualifying foursome earning them
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Gail and Marty Levin players (like Gautham) are diehard hoopsters eager for the chance to make a splash, others like Torrey Pines senior Ashley Clark were more than happy to have fun and help out other kids on the court. Teamwork was a constant theme throughout the event. Though he was named the MVP of one of the La Costa Canyon teams (LCC had three squads at the event), Joey Neill didn’t play for the accolades. Wearing a blue No. 35 jersey, the Mavericks sophomore was happy for the award, but scoring wasn’t his favorite part of the game. “I like this because I can be a part of a team,” Neill said. “I liked competing with every teammate and passing the ball to everyone. I want to keep doing this next year.” Karen Geaslin, an adapted PE teacher at Oak Crest, said her kids get “super excited” for this event every year. “You can see that they really enjoy it and it makes them feel like superstars,” said Geaslin. “When they go home, they show their parents their medals, they hang them, and it’s a real life experience for them.” – Justin Lafferty is a freelance writer for The San Diego Union-Tribune.
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CCA, Cathedral Catholic to present annual Cure for Cancer Cup Canyon Crest Academy and Cathedral Catholic High School Soccer Programs recently announced the annual Cure for Cancer Cup. The Cure for the Cancer Cup will take place Jan. 6 and Jan.13 at Cathedral Catholic High School. Girls Varsity will play at 5 p.m. Jan. 6, Boys Junior Varsity 5 p.m. Jan. 13, and Boys Varsity 7 p.m. Jan. 13. Please come on out and support local kids, and help the community kick childhood cancer into oblivion. One of the local soccer families has, unfortunately, had to struggle with a personal experience with childhood cancer. However, on a positive note, CureSearch, a cancer research and
treatment organization, and the local community have come together to provide the family with an effective treatment for the cancer. The focus of the local Cure for Cancer Cup is to ask for your support in continuing to increase childhood cancer awareness, research and treatment. During the games, Canyon Crest Academy and Cathedral Catholic High School will be accepting charitable donations for CureSearch in order to assist in developing and providing effective cures for cancer. The teams will also have available for purchase a limited number of Cure for the Cancer Cup scarves and Kick Cancer wristbands.
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Top row: Coach Angel, Coach Brandon, P Bartlett, S Majewski, T Weinrich, R. Turek, A Piglovski, J Diehl, J Watkins; Row 2: C Wood, L Corbel, P Bonebrake, N Giacalone, N Miller, T Merrifield, Coach Andy; Row 1: M Hall, B Muchnik, JV Woodman, R Sherlock, J Karam, M Tonelli, K Johnson, D Zepeda, S Hegde; Front: A Cruz, G LeRose, D Young, G Cooper (not pictured: A Kravzov, M Castro, S Beals).
TPHS boys varsity soccer team tops at Grossmont Soccer Tournament
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ongratulations to the Torrey Pines High School boys varsity soccer team for winning the 39th Annual Grossmont Soccer Tournament. The team went undefeated and clinched the finals
with a 1-0 victory against tough opponents, the St Augustine Saints, on a goal by Captain Jordan Karam. The team is off to a strong start and looking forward to the rest of their season.
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Back row: Coach Kate Dickinson, Coach Sarah Aguilar, Lily Davis, Kaitlyn Krueger, Daniella Walter, Kendall Coate, Julia Tierney, Kragen Metz, Cleo Kennedy, Colleen Ellwood, Jessie Fleck, Coach Matt Favor, Maddie Gotta(Alumni, playing at Gonzaga); Middle row: Kalaina Anderes, Sabrina Morse, Sophia Rogers; Front row: Sarah Kowack, Allie Ma, Molly Gilcrist, Quincy Erturk, Remme Hasley, Juliana Valenzuela.
CCA varsity girls soccer team wins Holiday Jubilee tournament
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anyon Crest Academy varsity girls soccer team members were tough competitors in the recent Holiday
Jubilee tournament, pulling off an exciting win in the finals 1-0 against Francis Parker.
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Board member Jonathon Collopy, Cindy Parker, T.C. Abueg, Susan Appleby, Susan Shane, Michael Nicita
embers of RSF Toastmasters celebrated another great year at their holiday party held Dec. 20 at the RSF Library. The Toastmasters is a local group – that is part of an international organization – focused on helping people feel more at ease while doing public speaking, no matter the skill level. The RSF Toastmasters meetings are held at the Rancho Santa Fe Library, 14040 Avenida De Acacias, Rancho Santa Fe, on Tuesdays from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Meetings begin promptly and end on time. For more information, visit www.ranchosantafetoastmastersclub.toastmastersclubs.org. Online: www.rsfreview.com
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RSF Toastmasters Sargent at Arms Andrew Braga, President Steve Becker, Treasurer Roz Odmark, VP Education Tim Canty, VP PR Laura Akers, Membership Richard Scott, Secretary Gwen Mecklenburg
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Del Sol Lions Club hosts ‘Christmas in Hawaii’
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he Del Sol Lions Club held a holiday party with the theme “Christmas in Hawaii” Dec. 14 at the Park Del Mar Clubhouse. On Dec. 7, the Del Sol Lions also held an “Ugly Sweater Party and Fundraiser” at Carruth Winery in Solana Beach to raise funds to purchase bikes for kids in need. The photos on this page are from the Dec. 14 holiday party. The Del Sol Lions Club was chartered on Feb. 15, 2010, and is part of Lions Clubs International (LCI), the world’s largest service club organization Visit www.e-clubhouse.org/sites/delsol Online: www.delmartimes.net
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Cinderella seeking forever family for a fairy-'tail' ending In early October, Helen Woodward Animal Center reported on the arrival of two female adult dogs from Thailand. Rescued from the dog meat trade by Soi Dog Foundation (a not-for-profit organization dedicated to helping the homeless, neglected and abused dogs and cats of Asia), the dogs found a safe haven at Helen Woodward Animal Center where staff, trainers and fosters have been assisting them on their road to a promising new life. Now one of these “Thai cross breeds,” a pretty 9-year-old female named Cinderella, is ready to settle down by the fire with a forever family of her very own. Cinderella’s journey from across the world wasn’t an easy one. Soi Dog Foundation estimates that approximately 5 million dogs per year are consumed in Vietnam, the majority being stolen pets. The terrible ordeal of her capture, the traumatic circumstances of her confines, and even the long airline flight led to understandable confusion and fear. But with the assistance of Helen Woodward Animal Center’s medical team, staff, trainers, and a very dedicated foster caregiver named Cheryl Solomon who became Cinderella’s “Fairy Dogmother,” the true princess in this special canine was revealed.
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Cinderella smiles with her foster “Fairy DogMother.” Cinderella’s ideal family will consist of experienced dog owners who are prepared to provide a safe, stable environment and create comfort and security in her new life. For more information on Cinderella (or the other SOI dog Leanne), please contact Helen Woodward Animal Center at 858-756-4117 ext. 313, online at www.animalcenter.org, or stop by at 6461 El Apajo Road in Rancho Santa Fe.
Talk on 'BDS and Campus Anti-Semitism' to be held Jan. 8 T.E.A.M (Training and Education About the Middle East) will present a talk on “BDS (boycott, divestment and sanctions movement) and Campus Anti-Semitism,” given by Tammi Rossman-Benjamin, director of the AMCHA Initiative, on Sunday, Jan. 8, 3 – 4:30 p.m. in the Carlsbad Dove Library community room, 1775 Dove Lane, Carlsbad. The event is free and open to the public. Tammi Rossman-Benjamin is a
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TO YOUR HEALTH
New Year’s resolutions for the whole family in 2017
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ow’s the time for thinking about New Year’s resolutions. Scripps pediatricians have some ideas on resolutions for the whole family. A recent informal survey of Scripps pediatricians across San Diego County revealed a half dozen key issues that were frequently raised by parents about their children’s well-being in 2016. Read more about those issues, and resolve to address them in 2017 using the advice outlined below. Screen time The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) released updated guidelines on television and digital media use in children and teens in November 2016, noting that today’s children are spending an average of seven hours a day on screen media, such as television, computers and phones. While the AAP recommends specific guidelines for different age groups, they advocate that parents should act as media mentors no matter what the age of their children. Visit aap.org to view the recommendations (in the AAP Press Room, news release dated Oct. 21, 2016). “Parents need to act as teachers and guides for their children on how best to use media,” says Mackenzie Coffin, M.D., a pediatrician at Scripps Clinic, Carmel Valley. “Teach them, starting at a young age, how to navigate media, set expectations and boundaries, and make sure screen time doesn’t take the place of physical activity and social interaction in the real world.’ Weight and obesity According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), childhood obesity has more than doubled in children and quadrupled in adolescents in the past 30 years, and in 2012 more than one-third of children ages 6 to 11 and adolescents ages 12 to 19 were overweight or obese. Obesity can cause a broad range of health problems, such as asthma, high blood pressure,
type 2 diabetes and elevated blood cholesterol levels. In addition, children who are obese are more apt to experience a negative body image, depression and low self-esteem. “As parents and caregivers, you can help prevent your children from becoming obese,” says Dr. Coffin. “Encourage healthy eating habits by being a role model, cook healthy meals with your family, help your kids stay active and remove calorie-rich snacks and treats.” Other key health issues cited by Scripps pediatricians include: Teen anxiety and depression A study published in the December issue of Pediatrics found that major depression is on the rise in adolescents, particularly among girls. Looking at data from the National Surveys on Drug Use and Health from 2005 to 2014, researchers found that major depressive episodes increased in adolescents by 37 percent. Parents can help by: • Talking with your teen frequently •Offering support by letting your teen know you are there and willing to provide support •Confirming your teen’s feelings If you are concerned about depression or anxiety in your teen, talk with your pediatrician. Nutrition One of the most common worries that Scripps pediatricians heard from parents in 2016 was what to feed their children. The AAP encourages parents to think about their nutritional choices as health decisions. The AAP recommends taking a broad, whole-diet approach to nutrition, avoiding highly processed foods and using small amounts of sugar, salt, fats and oils to enhance the flavors of nutritious foods. Serve high-quality protein, such as lean meats, fish, nuts and eggs; vegetables; fruits; grains; and low-fat dairy. Most children and teens need to eat every three to four hours throughout the day to meet
current daily nutritional guidelines. Younger children need to eat three meals and at least two healthy snacks, while older kids need to eat three meals and at least one snack a day. Doctors recommend aiming for a structured, distraction-free eating schedule, with mid-morning and after-school snacks, and serving healthy items, such as fresh fruits and vegetables and low-fat Greek yogurt. Deferring Vaccines The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) official vaccination schedule, supported by the AAP, targets 14 serious diseases, including whooping cough, polio and meningitis, and is very specific to keeping children as safe as possible until they are fully protected. According to the AAP, there is no safe way to adjust the schedule and know that your child will be safe from potentially life-threatening infections. Delay may mean more shots in the long run. Talk with your pediatrician if you have questions about vaccines or feel strongly about delaying certain immunizations. There is some flexibility within the regular schedule while still following the recommendations. For instance, babies can get the third dose of hepatitis B vaccine any time between six and 18 months. Orthopedic injuries With more young children focusing on a single sport and playing all year, pediatricians are seeing more chronic overuse injuries. The AAP encourages a balanced approach to sports, especially before puberty. Growing bones are less resilient to stress. To give young children’s bodies time to recover, parents should plan at least one day off per week and at least one month off per year from training for one sport. “To Your Health” is brought to you by the physicians and staff of Scripps Health. For more information, please visit www.scripps.org/CNP or call (858) 207-4317.
FROM REVIEW, A1 •The Association’s governing documents committee announces they are no longer recommending giving condo owners the right to vote with the 2016 bylaws and articles of incorporation update. The committee determined there was not enough information to make the condo change at this time but they would move forward with the other amendments, which include deleting the registration process and ensuring all property owners receive one Association membership with two votes. •The RSF School District considered solar options on campus, such as a mounted array over the structures on the blacktop lunch and play areas, arrays on top of the roof or structures over the staff parking lot on the Dacus property on El Fuego. •The RSF School District discussed its options for R. Roger Rowe’s aging gym facility. At the Jan. 7 board meeting, the board members learned if they opt to do nothing, over the next five years it
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New RSF School Superintendent David Jaffe with outgoing Superintendent Lindy Delaney. would cost $623,000 to maintain the existing facility, which would include repairs to the roof, beams, walls and maintaining the gym floor. A new gym was estimated to be $16.2 million to $19 million. At the February board meeting, Superintendent Lindy Delaney advised not to go forward with a bond in 2016 for the new gym. In October, a portion of the gym roof fell and had to be repaired.
• San Dieguito Union High School District (SDUHSD) certificated employees received a 12.5 percent raise at the end of 2015 and the school board followed suit and approved the same raises for non-represented employee groups at its Jan. 14 meeting. The salary increase of 7 percent for 2015-16 and 5.5 percent for 2016-17 was approved in a 3-2 vote, with John Salazar and Mo
Muir voting against the raises, expressing serious concerns about their affordability. “I believe we can afford this raise,” board member Amy Herman said. “By giving them this increased compensation we’re showing them that we value their commitment and expertise and we will hopefully ensure stability to our district by retaining them.” •RSF School District Superintendent Lindy Delaney announced her retirement. First hired as a teacher in 1986 by Dr. Roger Rowe, Delaney has spent 30 years with the district as a teacher, coach, and administrator. “It has been the greatest privilege of my life to spend my career working on behalf of the children and families of the Rancho Santa Fe School District. This is a very special place,” Delaney said. •Plans were scrapped for new construction at the site of Plaza de Santa Fe, the home of the post office and the former Stump’s Village Market. The plans, which included a two-story building, SEE REVIEW, A15
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FROM REVIEW, A14 parking garage and enhanced gathering spaces was met with some resistance from neighbors. February •The RSF Association board agreed to provide San Diego County with an additional $60,000 to update the Environmental Impact Report for the Paseo Delicias/Del Dios Highway roundabouts project, which had gone “stale.” The roundabouts effort began back in 2004 when the Association requested roundabouts as an alternative to traffic signals. A Draft EIR went through public review from late 2012 to early 2013 and the Association also initiated an independent study of a traffic signal concept. The county held off on certifying the EIR pending a clear recommendation and, in May 2015, the county received the request to move forward with traffic signals. However, public opposition to the board’s decision led to a community-wide survey in the fall in which 73 percent voted in favor of roundabouts. The board then forwarded its request to the county for roundabouts instead. The “refreshed” EIR was certified in November but it is unknown when funding will be available to complete the project. •The Association decided to hold a town hall meeting before agreeing to a contract with ATC for the cellular improvement project after members expressed concerns about the potential sites for the 45to 90-foot faux tree towers. “I came here because of the Covenant, it’s rustic, it’s protected, there’s a homeowner’s association, there’s a board, there’s people here protecting what we paid a lot of money for,” said Tom Szabo, an 11-year resident. “You’re talking about a 90-foot tower 15 feet from my house. It would be a travesty of your responsibility if you let that happen.” •The Association discussed the possibility of selling a portion of the Osuna property, the 28-acre site purchased in 2006 for $12 million with the goal to preserve the historic adobe, protect open space and prevent subdivision. A three-acre parcel was sold for $1.7 million in 2013, leaving 25 acres as one legal parcel.
The Whispering Palms CSD considered removal of 54 palm trees. The Osuna Committee analyzed valuation scenarios such as selling the property as is, which was valued at $8.96 million, or making improvements and selling the lots as a two- to five-lot subdivision, generating $3.8 million to $5.13 million. In reviewing the valuation scenarios, the board members agreed that it was not the right time to move forward. •The RSF School District issued a request for proposal (RFP) for search firms to assist the board in selecting a new superintendent. •The RSF School board backed off a proposal to bring solar-generating panels atop the school’s rooftops and over the blacktop area. “I’m just afraid these things are going to look massive,” Vice President Tom Frank said. •Due to the persisting parking problems in the village, Mille Fleurs decided to close for lunch two days of the week. “Nobody can park in the village,” said 30-year restaurant owner Betrand Hug. •SDUHSD classified employees received a 12.5 percent salary boost. Paired with raises for SDUHSD certificated teachers, four assistant superintendents and management, confidential and
FROM SCHOLARS, A5 $1,000 award to scale the heights at UCSB. She earned a 4.0 in challenging classes: Chemistry, Calculus and Anthropology. She’s a rising star in UCSB‘s Adventure Program Leadership Training Course, which includes rock climbing, canoeing and surfing as well as interpersonal skills and group safety. Sophia believes, “4H’s ‘learn by doing’ motto and my experiences in the 4H camping group were great preparation for my college adventures.” Courtney Ouellette of Carlsbad is already an involved and successful, Poli Sci and
supervisory employees, the net effect of the salary increases represents $1.1 million increase in cost to the district. Trustees John Salazar and Mo Muir voted against the increases, as they have for all district raises. The classified employees had not received a master contract raise since 2007 and Superintendent Rick Schmitt said the district can afford the increase in salaries as it has budgeted conservatively and has healthy reserves. •The Covenant Club design subcommittee announced an updated cost estimate for the club at $15.8 million, higher than the $10.9 million estimated by the exploratory committee prior to the 2014 community-wide vote. One project opponent wondered why the community vote was for a pool and workout facility but now the plan has grown to a “little city” of buildings, with a kids’ club, steam room, restaurant and a grand staircase to the pool. With the project costs high, the community-wide vote on the Covenant Club never moved forward. March •Following a Feb. 29 town hall on potential cell towers, the Association board members stated
Communications major at Cal State San Marcos. She uses skills gained in her public speaking class when she visits middle schools to encourage 8th-graders to consider attending college. A $1,000 recipient, Courtney recently completed an internship where she worked with politicians such as Florida Representative Carlos Curbelo. Samuel (Bubba) Sugarman of Encinitas is putting his $2,500 scholarship to excellent use at Principia College in Elsah, IL, where he earned all A’s and enough college credits to be considered a sophomore. He was elected president of his house, plays on the
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that they would take a step back from approving a contract with ATC. RSF Association President Ann Boon acknowledged that the board moved too quickly on the project. “We were deeply troubled and feel badly that we could have done anything that would have caused you to mistrust our motives or our actions,” Boon said. “No one on this board would ever consider taking any action that would violate our Covenant CC and Rs. You elected us to uphold them.” The contract with ATC was to explore cell service solutions, not to erect three 95-foot towers, RSF Association Vice President Heather Slosar said. Slosar said she was frustrated that was the message perceived by the membership. •RSF Association Manager Bill Overton went on a leave of absence. He never returned to his position. In August, Christy Whalen was named interim manager and a search committee continues to look for a permanent replacement. •The RSF School District selects Leadership and Associates to assist in the process of finding a replacement for Superintendent Lindy Delaney. • Construction continues on
rugby team, serves as a volunteer firefighter and plans to join the flying club so he can complete his pilot instructor certification. Bubba was just awarded a fellowship to study in Geneva, Switzerland this spring with Leaders Across Borders, where he’ll learn how to mobilize a global organization. He says, “I am so grateful to Don Diego for helping me realize so many of my dreams.” Don Diego Executive Director Chana Mannen states, “Bubba and all of our exemplary 2016 Scholars are emblematic of the intelligent, ambitious, idealistic and compassionate young adults our Foundation was created to support.”
Palma de la Reina, a new mixed-use retail and residential project on Via de la Valle, at the entrance to the Whispering Palms community. Leases have been signed with a fitness studio, dry cleaners and a beauty salon, although none of the businesses had opened by the end of the year. The project also includes 54 rental units. April • A petition signed by 200 residents raised questions about the approval process of a condominium subdivision project at The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe. In response to the petition, the submittal process for the subdivision was “recreated” and would require review by the Covenant Design Review Committee and an Association public hearing. •The Santa Fe Irrigation District continued its outreach process on the proposed raise in water rates with public hearings and opportunities for homeowners to oppose the rate increases. “We haven’t raised rates in three years and we currently have the lowest rates in San Diego County,” General Manager Mike Bardin said. “I used to take a certain amount of pride in that but at this point that causes me some concern because the cost of business goes up, we’ve been absorbing a lot of costs and wholesale water costs are going up. It’s critical now for us to raise our rates.” •Residents were allowed to weigh in on the proposed changes to the Association’s articles and bylaws before they went to a community-wide vote. “There was a lot of due diligence on this in terms of trying to match it with the Davis-Stirling Act and the California Corporations Code and we had thousands of hours on this thing,” said director Fred Wasserman, chair of the governing documents committee. “The response I’ve gotten in general from the community has been very, very positive and the issue of getting equality in terms of voting we thought is very, very important.” •Several R. Roger Rowe teachers spoke out in favor of salary increases as negotiations between the district and the RSF Faculty SEE REVIEW, A16
The Don Diego Scholarship Foundation was named for Don Diego, AKA Tom Hernandez, who served as the Fair’s welcoming goodwill ambassador from 1947-1984. Since its inception in 1986, the Foundation has awarded approximately $797,000 in scholarships to 177 students and in agriculture education grants. The 2017 scholarship program will be unveiled in early January, with applications available online by January 23, 2017. More information is at www.dondiegoscholarship.org and www.facebook.com/DonDiegoScholarship.
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FROM REVIEW, A15 Association heated up. Teachers also voiced concerns about the renewal of Board Policy 4111, regarding enrollment of children of district employees in the school. The policy is triennially connected to the negotiations process and teachers said they believe it has been used to create division and worry. Teachers also said they believe that the ability to have their children enrolled at R. Roger Rowe should be a fixed feature not something that is in yearly jeopardy. •Some R. Roger Rowe parents expressed concern with the safety of the school’s artificial turf. Parents Amanda and Ali Shapouri took the initiative to take a sample of the crumb rubber from the field and have it tested by a local geotechnical and environmental firm. “Although the test found that the toxins present do not exceed the acceptable level established by governmental agencies, we can all agree any level of toxic materials around our children and staff is a major concern and should not be allowed in our school,” Amanda said. Superintendent Lindy Delaney said that the district conducted its own test but did not find any detectable amounts of toxins. •Mozy Jahanguiri, owner of Rancho Santa Fe Bistro, brought new life to an under-utilized courtyard in the center of the village. In the back of the Bistro, through an archway he built and nestled in between real estate offices, Jahanguiri created a pleasant spot overflowing with flowers, succulents and greenery. The courtyard conversion includes tables and chairs for people to gather. •While the changes to the Association bylaws had been expected to go for a community-wide vote in June, after an April town hall meeting, Director Fred Wasserman said there was still work to do. The group had spent an estimated thousands of hours of work on the documents and Wasserman said the process was “far more difficult than we ever thought it would be nine months ago.” •On April 29, a woman suffered severe injuries and the horse she was riding was killed when a car driven by an 87-year-old motorist struck them on Linea Del Cielo near San Dieguito County Park. May • The Santa Fe Irrigation District raised rates for the first time since 2013 following a public hearing on May 19, over the objections of two district board members and about 20 percent of the district’s customers. In order to block the rate plan — which authorizes the board to raise rates an average of 9 percent over each of the next three years — 3,253 of the district’s 6,504 customers would have had to file written protests. The district received a record 1,324 written protests but fell short of the 50-percent-plus-one threshold needed to prevent the rate increase. •The Association ratified its approval from June 2015 on a boundary adjustment and subdivision for condos after a community-raised concern that the JMI Realty project had not been processed as Association’s documents require. The boundary adjustment was simply to correct longstanding errors and the subdivision is for a 13-unit Orchard development off Steven Royce Boulevard west of The Inn. JMI plans to demolish two
New angled parking spaces are planned in the village. units and replace them with five for a net increase of three units. JMI has identified areas where future development could occur across The Inn’s 14 parcels in the Covenant. Projects have been developed for The Grove and La Gracia Village sites and they are known collectively as The Residences at The Inn. As those projects are more complicated, requiring Covenant Modifications and approval from two-thirds of the neighbors, JMI has decided to put those on the back-burner for now to build more support for them. •On May 5, the Association approved a letter of intent with Philadelphia-based Hotwire Communications to build out a one-gigabit to 10-gigabit speed fiber-optic network to every home in the Covenant. The 10-gigabit speed will make Rancho Santa Fe the “most connected community in the country.” “This has been a huge undertaking for a project that we think is one of the most exciting ones that we’ve had here in the community at least since I’ve lived here for 14 years,” Director Mike Licosati said. “It’s really connecting us to 21st-22nd century communications, which is critical infrastructure in today’s environment.” Through the terms of the letter of intent, the Association would fund the full $13.5 million cost of the construction through Community Enhancement Funds and bank loans. Hotwire committed to invest $5 million in additional revenue to design and build the network. The project would have to go before a community-wide vote for approval. •The Association approved a six-month pilot parking program at the First Church of Christ Scientist on La Flecha with the aim of encouraging business employees to park away from the center of the village and free up more space for visitors •The Village Vibe had been hosting community gatherings every other Saturday on the village green until it was discovered that the Association unknowingly did not have proper permits with the county. The parks at the heart of the village are not zoned for active use more than six times a year. As a result, the Village Vibe committee began to explore other options in hosting community events, leading to a successful Celebrate Osuna event at the Osuna Ranch in June. •SDUHSD Superintendent Rick Schmitt
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announced his departure for San Ramon Valley Unified District. •As negotiations continued between the RSF School District and the RSF Faculty Association, parents and staff felt the tension and animosity on campus. Teachers organized to arrive and leave campus together in a group in a statement to the district and flyers spread around campus from the faculty association and the district. “As a veteran at this school, it is heartbreaking to see the poor morale on campus as well as the broken spirits of my colleagues. Twenty-four years and I’ve never seen anything like this,” said teacher Jackie Mendez. In a letter to parents, Superintendent Lindy Delaney acknowledged the “emotional times” and stated: “Please know that the district values and appreciates its teachers.” •The RSF School District expressed confidence in the safety of its artificial turf field after a study commissioned by the San Diego County Office of Education showed no significant exposure to lead or any measured contaminants. •Rancho Santa Fe endured another divisive election season as six candidates vied for three seats on the Association board. The annual meeting was held on May 12 and was an opportunity for the community to hear from candidates Janet Danola, Allen Finkelson, Rachel Laffer, Rachel Leheny, Ken Markstein and Terry Peay. “Whatever comes of this election, I have enjoyed meeting so many people that I wouldn’t have come across in my everyday life. I’m really proud to be your neighbor. There’s some really cool and wonderful people with incredibly diverse backgrounds and I think that’s what makes our community so special,” Laffer said. “The one thing we all can agree on is that we’re all neighbors and we all love this community.” •RSF School District board member Richard Burdge resigned on Monday, May 16 after 11 years on the board and his open seat was filled by Friday, May 20 with the board’s appointment of Scott Kahn. Several parents expressed their concerns with the “abbreviated” process. President Tyler Seltzer said the only reason they would need a longer timeline is if they had trouble finding candidates — by Friday, the district had five candidates for the open seat.
“One of the reasons I personally felt comfortable moving forward was I just knew that there were many, many good candidates out there and interested people,” Seltzer said. “It is sincerely and truly gratifying and inspiring to have so many qualified people come through in such a short period of time. It never ceases to amaze me the quality people we have in this community.” The district appointed Kahn after an open interview session with the five candidates. His seat would be up for election in November, along with Seltzer and Todd Buchner’s seats. •The SDUHSD selected the search firm of Leadership Associates to help find a replacement for Superintendent Schmitt. By the end of the year, a replacement has not yet been found and Eric Dill, assistant superintendent of business services, serves as interim superintendent. •The RSF School District and the RSF Faculty Association reached an agreement in their contract negotiations, settling on a 4.5 percent salary increase, a $600 annual increase to the district’s employee health benefit contribution and two personal business days for teachers each year. In order to resolve the issue of Board Policy 4111 regarding teachers’ children attending the school, the board eliminated it, therefore teachers’ children will no longer be allowed to enroll although those already enrolled are able to return. The faculty association’s goal is to work with the superintendent and board to craft a mutually beneficial agreement to allow teachers’ children to attend the school. June •The Association’s effort to improve a lack of village parking has failed to gather support from village merchants. The Association decided not to move forward with a six-month pilot parking program at the First Church of Christ Scientist after a survey showed only five of the 41 village businesses said they would consider using the spaces. The survey did not have full participation from all 41 businesses in the village core, despite the Association’s repeated attempts for participation. •The RSF Tennis Club sought Association board approval to renew its 25 sponsored memberships, an initiative approved in 2015 to help boost club activity and play, increase dues revenue and maintain the vitality of the community asset. The board was split 3-3 on the renewal, with those in opposition citing concerns about non-Covenant members being allowed into the exclusive club. •New directors Janet Danola, Allen Finkelson and Kenneth Markstein were elected, replacing outgoing members Heather Slosar, Philip Wilkinson and Jerry Yahr. There were 1,654 ballots counted out of 2,200 eligible voters. Markstein, a 29-year resident of Rancho Santa Fe is a past president of the CDRC, the RSF Golf Club and the Rancho Riding Club. He is CEO and chairman of the board for Markstein Beverage Company. Finkelson is a retired attorney who moved to Rancho Santa Fe five years ago from New York City. Danola has lived in Rancho Santa Fe for four years and has a background in accounting and finance. •On June 27, three women, including a teenager, were killed in a double-homicide and suicide in a home on Via de la Valle.
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EVENT BRIEFS Book Talk •Hadassah San Diego Area book group opens 2017 with a discussion of Candice Millard’s “Destiny of the Republic: A tale of madness, medicine, and the murder of a president,” 9:45 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 5 Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center, 4126 Executive Drive, La Jolla. The cost is $55 for the year or $10 for drop-ins. Ellen Reese will lead the lively discussion. RSVP: (858) 268-3200. gbenn13@cox.net
Laugh in the New Year •The Comedy Store La Jolla presents an extensive lineup of laughs to close this year. The Best of San Diego take the stage 8 p.m. Dec. 28 and Dec. 29. Steve Trevino performs 7:30 p.m. and 9:45 p.m. Dec. 30 and a New Year’s Eve Show with Steve Trevino will be 7:30 p.m. and 10 p.m. On Jan. 1, 2017, an open mic and comedy potluck will be 7 p.m. 916 Pearl St., La Jolla (858) 454-9176. lajolla.thecomedystore.com
Penguin Plunge to be held in Del Mar Jan. 1 Dive into the New Year during Del Mar’s annual Penguin Plunge on Jan. 1. Del Mar lifeguards and community members will celebrate 2017 with a dip
in the Pacific Ocean during the popular event, which kicks off at 11 a.m. at the Del Mar Lifeguard Tower on 17th Street in Del Mar. The event is free and if you run out into the water, you get free hot drinks, donuts and a certificate. The event draws up to 1,000 people so come early and bring warm clothes. For more information, visit www.delmarlifeguard.com/current.htm
Music Time • SOUNDSTREAMS features works awash of aural awareness by current and former San Diego composers, including Benjamin Sabey, former San Diego New Music executive director Nathan Brock, and NOISE cellist Franklin Cox, and works by New Zealand composer Chris Cree Brown, French composer Betsy Jolas, and American maverick James Tenney. See it as the kick-off to the soundOn Music Festival, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 5 at the Athenaeum Music & Arts Library, 1008 Wall St., La Jolla. (858) 454-5872. ljathenaeum.org • Magevet, considered one of the finest A Cappella groups in the nation and comprised of some of the most talented, musical undergraduate students at Yale University, performs 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 4. Magevet is known for its sweet blend of voices, unique arrangements, and lighthearted
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sense of humor. David & Dorothea Garfield Theatre, San Diego Center for Jewish Culture, 4126 Executive Drive, La Jolla. $18-22. (858) 362-1348. sdcjc.org • To ring in the New Year, Beaumont’s Eatery presents three concerts at its 5662 La Jolla Blvd. restaurant. The Simeon Flick Duo take the stage for some acoustic covers, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 29. Modern Day Moonshine offer classic rock covers, 9 p.m. Dec. 30. Presenting some crooner classics, Slower performs starting at 10 p.m. New Year’s Eve. (Free with dinner reservation). (858) 459-0474. • UC San Diego’s Department of Music launches the winter 2017 concert season with a performance by guest cellist Michael Nicolas and professors Erik Carlson and Aleck Karis, 7 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017 in the Conrad Prebys Concert Hall, UCSD, 9500 Gilman Drive. The trio’s program includes: “Trio for Violin, Cello and Piano” (1983) by Charles Wuorinen, “Trio for Violin, Violoncello and Piano” (2011) by Harrison Birtwistle and “Piano Trio, Op. 97” (”Archduke Trio”) (1811) by Ludwig van Beethoven. Free. (858) 534-3448. musicweb.ucsd.edu/concerts
Art Exhibits •An opening reception for the Athenaeum’s two new exhibits, “Over The Moon: A collaborative
project created by San Diego Book Arts members” and “Derli Romero: small works on paper and books” will be 6:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 6. The works will be on display from Jan. 7 through Feb. 11. Free. Athenaeum Music & Arts Library, 1008 Wall St., La Jolla. (858) 454-5872. ljathenaeum.org •Starting Jan. 1, La Jolla Art Association presents a two-week show of works representing the “San Diego State of mind” (which is the name of the exhibit). Works are on display until Jan. 15. Pieces in all media represented. 8100 Paseo Del Ocaso, Suite B, La Jolla Shores. Free. (858) 459-1196. lajollaart.org
Senior Mondays Fleet Science Center Starting Jan. 2, The Fleet Science Center presents Senior Mondays, and invites seniors 65 and older to visit the Fleet for a chance to see the exhibits, watch a show at the Heikoff Dome Theater and listen to a lecture – all for $8 admission. Senior Mondays continue the first Monday of the month (except Labor Day). Doors open at 9:30 a.m. and the daily lecture begins at 10:30 a.m. (This month’s lecture is “Mysteries of Pluto”) and the Theater show is at noon (This month’s show is “A Beautiful Planet”). 1875 El Prado in Balboa Park, San Diego. (619) 238-1233. rhfleet.org
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FROM AOO, A2 to prevent obesity, anxiety, cardiac illnesses and the top 10 killers of everybody,” said Hamson. In October 2015, they teamed up with technology experts from Intuit to create a web interface that was user-friendly and incorporated positive, happy messages. Then they invited 50 women to test out their idea. Every morning the women were sent a text with a very simple health challenge. On the ninth day of testing, they challenged the group of women to get a mammogram. Hamson said that over 80 percent of the users met that challenge. Amy Dillon was one of those women. A mother of five children, including one with special needs, Dillon hadn’t visited the doctor for about 10 years. When she received the challenge to get a mammogram, she made an appointment and found out that she had a precancerous polyp. Although it could have been catastrophic, because it was identified with the mammogram, she was able to have it removed. “Team Better is a great app,” Dillon told Fox 5 San Diego during a news segment about the app. “I’m very thankful for it—everyone should download it.” Hamson and Ingersoll continued to test their wellness concept over the next four months, interviewing the app’s users, doing research and sending out surveys. After finding it was successful, they worked with a group of engineers to build the app and hired a team of content writers who are all experts in
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the areas of health and fitness. In addition to Kim, they include Kara Chine from Encinitas and Dana Vaughan from Poway, who are both writers for the social/mental/emotional challenges and blogs; and Cynthia Miranda, a fitness writer from Carlsbad. “It’s a fun app for women because the challenges are doable and even though they only take a few minutes of your day, they resonate into your everyday life and may even have lasting effects,” said Miranda, who has been in the fitness industry for more than 20 years and has a degree in sports medicine. “We want users to feel like we are sharing a cup of coffee and to have our trust. We have their best interest in mind and we all share similar concerns and joys.” Hamson said there are dozens of daily challenge apps available but what sets Team Better apart from the others is the quality of content provided by the writers. “They’re moms, they’re busy, employed and doing a variety of things,” he said. “They understand the women who we are talking to.” After officially launching the app this summer during breast cancer awareness month in October, the number of users grew to 8,000 in late December. “We want everybody to get a little bit better every day,” said Hamson. “The big message is that you are worth it. You deserve this. You deserve more than five minutes a day, but we’ll help you take at least five minutes a day for you.” For more information, visit www.teambetter.com or download the Team Better app from the App Store.
implementing the technology, but that request went unanswered. “We became aware through media reports that they were using the drones,” she said. “We still feel that the public should have input to understand the scope of how the drones will be used, the costs and the policy.” Despite the community advisory groups Vickery said the department worked with, Hill considered there was “no public input.” “We still believe it should be public so the community at large is able to participate and offer comments and input into whether or not this technology should be used,” she said. Further, the ACLU said in a statement the Sheriff’s Department policy “provides insufficient details about the ... training” and the language “leaves a lot of discretion for potential misuses of the equipment.” It is also unclear who decides what data is necessary to store, what criteria must be met to allow the sheriff to ignore constitutional rights and what is considered “reasonable and respectful” in regard to privacy, according to the ACLU. Ultimately, the decision came down to Sheriff Bill Gore, who told the County Board of Supervisors — which allots the department’s budget — about the intention to use the UAVs. He did not have to receive permission from the board, however, because the $125,000 cost for the pilot program was accounted for in the existing budget, Vickery said. Since then, the six cameras — costing the department about $7,000 total — have been used by the SWAT team three times, for the Rancho Santa Fe officer-involved-shooting and at several homicide scenes, Vickery said. The bomb arson unit and tactical teams can also use the drones to get closer views of potentially
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Ikram Nosshi weaves a poinsettia tapestry. The San Diego Botanic Garden is displaying Egyptian garden-themed tapestries from Jan. 14 to March 31.
they liked but copying, preliminary designs and help from adults were not allowed. The goal was to show any child can create works of art, confirming that creativity starts at youth. Since Wissa Wassef died in 1974, his widow Sophie and daughters Suzanne and Yoanna expanded the experiment, guiding more children to master weaving. Now, 30 adult wool and cotton weavers work at the Art Centre in Egypt. Eighteen wool and six cotton tapestries will be on display in the Ecke Building at the Botanic Garden, 230 Quail Gardens Drive, Jan. 14 through March 31 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. Glenn Weiss, North American representative for the Ramses Wissa Wassef Art Centre and well-known public art consultant, will give a free lecture on Wissa Wassef’s legacy on Jan. 12 at 4 p.m. Books, wall signs and a short documentary about the making of the tapestries and the aspirations of Wissa Wassef, will also be on display. “The San Diego Botanic Garden has proven to be a perfect venue for the display of art,” Julian Duval, President and CEO of San Diego Botanic Garden, said in the release. “We are extremely pleased to be the first public garden to display these unique plant- and garden-themed tapestries and share them with our visitors from the San Diego region and beyond.”
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Holiday Baskets event helps families in need
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oliday Baskets, an annual event held by Community Resource Center (CRC), set a goal to help more than 1,000 households (2,000+ children) in need this year with food, toys and household necessities. Last year, Holiday Baskets distributed more than 60 tons of items with the support of 1,000 volunteers and 200 businesses. This year’s event was held Dec. 17 at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. Visit www.crcncc.org. Online:www.delmartimes.net
Sophia with mom Erica, volunteers Daniela and Sara
CRC domestic violence program coordinator Heather Johnson, associate director of programs Rebecca Nussbaum
Volunteers Jennifer Blackman, Lara, Lily, Santa (aka Mike Blackman), client hospitality co-captain Kathy Stenger, CRC events and marketing manager Lauren Montague, Shandra Perry
2017 Holiday Basket Chair Kym Sheerman, 2016 Holiday Basket Co-Chairs John Economides and Linda Hayes
Volunteers Roseann Jones, Radia Hunter and Julia Durkin with gift bags
CRC CEO Isabel St. Germain Singh, events and marketing manager Lauren Montague
Migrant Education Program migrant advocate Gaby Beas and a few of her volunteers
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4 world premieres coming to Playhouse Music of Jimmy Buffett and Donna Summer take center stage next season
BY JAMES HEBERT ast year at this time, La Jolla Playhouse was announcing it would roll out four world-premiere shows for its 2016-17 season, an ambitious commitment to new work. Now, for 2017-18, the Playhouse is quadrupling down. The theater is once again announcing it will produce four new works for its coming season, which will include six productions altogether. (The other two shows have yet to be revealed.) One of the projects has already been announced — and has received more or less global attention: “Escape to Margaritaville,” the musical built around the songs of Jimmy Buffett. But the newly unveiled productions also include a second big musical centered on a major pop star: An as-yet-untitled project based on the life and music of Donna Summer, and directed by Playhouse artistic director emeritus Des McAnuff. The other two new works announced are both non-musical plays by up-and-coming writers:
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■ “Escape to Margaritaville,” May 16 to June 25, 2017: The planet’s legions of “Parrotheads” (as Jimmy Buffett fans dub themselves) can rejoice. Playhouse artistic chief Christopher Ashley, who is directing this very likely Broadway-bound musical, says Buffett himself has been deeply engaged in the ongoing development of the show. “He’s been very involved at every step,” said Ashley (who’s in the middle of directing the last pre-Broadway staging of another Playhouse-launched musical, “Come From Away,” in Toronto.) “He’s been part of every reading we’ve done, every staging workshop. “He’s writing either one or two new songs for the score. And also just offering reflections on songs — talking about what the story impulse is in a song, and how do we bring it to theatrical life. He’s
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Legendary singer-songwriter-author Jimmy Buffett, composer/lyricist for La Jolla Playhouse’s world premiere musical ‘Escape to Margaritaville,” which runs May/June 2017 in the Mandell Weiss Theatre. right there at the center of those conversations.” The show, as mentioned previously, “is really not the story of Jimmy Buffett’s life — although some of his songs are biographical,” Ashley noted. “So various moments in his life have been given to various characters. I think if you know Jimmy Buffett’s biography very well, you will recognize lots of things.” “Escape to Margaritaville” was written by Greg Garcia (“My Name
is Earl”) and Mike O’Malley (“Survivor’s Remorse,” “Shameless”); the Playhouse has previously described it as “the story of a tropical island resort and its part-time bartender, part-time singer and full-time charmer who thinks he’s got life all figured out — until a beautiful, career-minded tourist steals his heart and makes him question everything.” ■ “Untitled Donna Summer Project,”
November/December 2017: Donna Summer, who died in 2012, was the reigning Queen of Disco in the 1970s, but also helped influence other genres through such work as “I Feel Love,” a song that’s considered a pioneering moment in techno music. “You can make the case she was the voice of a generation,” said Ashley of Summer, who had 14 Top 10 hits and sold some 140 million records. The show, which will SEE LA JOLLA PLAYHOUSE, B15
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Modern Music Festival strikes a chord at Athenaeum, Jan. 5-8 FROM ATHENAEUM REPORTS he Athenaeum Music & Arts Library will host the 10th annual SoundON Festival of Modern Music, a four-day long series of concerts, performances, workshops, lectures and art, Jan. 5-8 at 1008 Wall St. In collaboration with San Diego New Music, the program is curated by NOISE percussionist Morris Palter. (Part 1) SOUNDSTREAMS will feature works awash of aural awareness by current and former San Diego composers, including Benjamin Sabey, former San Diego New Music executive director Nathan Brock, and NOISE cellist Franklin Cox, and works by New Zealand composer Chris Cree Brown, French composer Betsy Jolas and American maverick James Tenney. Evocative of sonic panoramas, these works are foundational in their motive, yet sweeping in their inference. (Part 2) RISING CURRENTS I & II will feature established and newly established composers. While individually creative in their compositional explorations, collectively they represent composers who derive their strength from dynamic internal forces that connect them intimately to their immediate surroundings, be they natural, urban or cultural. All will be joined by guest composers James Romig, Benjamin Sabey and Andrew Staniland. The Jan. 7 evening event will feature a world premiere of “Festival of Whispers,” by composer Matthew Burtner, which will be presented with an installation during the festival. “Festival of Whispers” was commissioned by The Athenaeum in
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This is the 10th year for the modern music festival at the Athenaeum. honor of the 20th anniversary collaboration with San Diego New Music and the 10th anniversary of SoundOn Festival. NOISE artists: Lisa Cella, flute; Colin McAllister, guitar and conductor; Mark Menzies, violin;Franklin Cox, cello; Robert Zelickman, clarinet; Christopher Adler,
piano and Morris Palter, percussion. Special guest artists: Glen Whitehead, trumpet and electronics; Eric Simonson, piano and conductor; Ariana Warren, clarinet; Stephanie Aston, soprano; Derek Keller, guitar; Pablo Gómez, guitar and Jorge Lopez Ramos, guitar.
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■ IF YOU GO: Athenaeum Music & Arts Library, 1008 Wall St. 4-Day Festival Pass: $55 members, $70 nonmembers. 1-Day Pass: $20 members, $25 nonmembers, $5 students. Tickets and schedule: (858) 454-5872. ljathenaeum.org/sound-on
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Emmanuel Villaume, music director Gautier Capuçon, cello Wednesday, January 25 at 8 p.m. Jacobs Music Center - Copley Symphony Hall Tickets: $99, $75, $50, $30
Ranked among the most respected Czech orchestras in Europe and around the world, PKF - Prague Philharmonia makes their La Jolla Music Society debut performing a Czech-centric program including Smetana’s popular The Moldau from Má vlast, Dvorák’s dramatic Symphony No. 8 and his evocative and passionate Cello Concerto.
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The 10th Annual soundON Festival brings together an international roster of composers and performers to present a four-day exploration of contemporary chamber music. It includes a world premiere by composer Matthew Burtner, commissioned by the Athenaeum. All-festival pass: $55/70 Day pass: $20/25 I Students $5 Tickets: 858.454.5872 ljathenaeum.org/sound-on
THE USES OF PHOTOGRAPHY: ART, POLITICS, AND THE REINVENTION OF A MEDIUM On view through January 2, 2017
This exhibition examines a network of artists based in San Diego between the late 1960s and the mid-1980s, whose experiments with photography opened the medium to a profusion of new strategies and subjects. These artists sought artistic media and formats adequate to address their turbulent era and its pressing questions.
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St. Germaine Silver Tea raises funds for children’s causes
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n a private Muirlands-area home in La Jolla, St. Germaine Children’s Charity held its Silver Tea fundraiser Dec. 13. Funds raised provide financial and in-kind support to San Diego County’s abused and neglected children through grants to the local agencies that serve them. To date, St. Germaine Children’s Charity has contributed more than $4 million to the fight against child abuse. More at stgermainechildrenscharity.org Online: www.rsfreview.com
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Kimber Becker (SGCC director of publicity), Kerri Morrison (SGCC silent auction assistant), Tim Nye (Armed Services YMCA executive director), Shannon Turner (Trees for Tots chair), Kathryn Murphy (past SGCC president), Shanita Mason (Armed Services YMCA development associate)
Cristull Hasson, Norma Hidalgo del Rio, Phyllis Parrish
Mary Johnson, Sue Kalish, Elizabeth Lou
Lauren Gross, Shannon Kates, Tiffany Brown
Sallie Warren, Sue Wagener, Marion Spors, Lisa Cleavinger
Vickie Curd Latt, Margaret Dudas, Cynthia Kronemyer, Kathryn Vaughn, Joyce Dostart, Joyce Nash
Paula Taylor (SGCC past president), Jeri Horton (past Silver Tea chair), Carol Miller (hospitality chair)
Taunya Daley (donor), Jane Nobbs, Maureen Keiffer (Silver Tea donation chair), Wendy Neri (SGCC president), Nancy Pouk (SGCC committee member), Diana Carolina (Silver Tea chair), Michelle Serafini (SGCC VP of ways and means)
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San Diego Restaurant Week runs Jan. 15-22
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he 13th Annual San Diego Restaurant Week returns Sunday, Jan. 15 through Sunday, Jan. 22 for an edible extravaganza to ring in the New Year. With over 180 participating restaurants offering prix-fixe menu options throughout San Diego County, you’re sure to find the perfect place to satisfy any craving. San Diego Restaurant Week is proud to announce a very delicious partnership for January 2017 as many of the San Diego Restaurant Week restaurants team up with local Girl Scouts to celebrate the arrival of Girl Scouting in San Diego 100 years ago, as well as the 100th anniversary of delectable, scrumptious, delicious Girl Scout Cookies. To celebrate, chefs are getting creative with America’s favorite cookies to dish out special offerings for SDRW diners. Over 180 participating restaurants will offer three-course prix-fixe dinner menus for $20, $30, $40 or $50 per person and/or two-course prix-fixe lunch menus for $10, $15 or $20 per person. The
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More than 180 restaurants will participate in the 13th Annual San Diego Restaurant Week, which runs Jan. 15 - Jan. 22. participating restaurants span across the county from the South Bay to East County and to the
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Jewels of the Season
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bout 120 attendees at the Timken Museum of Art’s “Jewels of the Season” holiday party Dec. 14 enjoyed an evening of “sparkle and cheer.” The event was held to thank the Timken's Connoisseur-level donors (which includes all board members), and other distinguished guests. The Jewels of the Season display at the Timken Museum of Art features “exquisite handcrafted ornaments covered with semi-precious gems, sequins, stones and filigree. Choreographed and produced by San Diego State University School of Theatre, Television and Film and MSI Production Services, the Hord & Schlappi Collection of elaborate ornaments embrace another dimension as they float and sparkle at the Timken,” according to the museum’s web site. Visit www.timkenmuseum.org. Online: www.rsfreview.com
Students A.J. Paulin and Danita Lee, professor Loren Schreiber, students Caroline J. L. Andrew, John Munoz, and Jessica Gilliard (all are from SDSU; the students are a collaborative study group that designed and built the ornament exhibition)
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Dr. Reid Abrams and Miki Olin, Dr. Howard and Barbara Milstein
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Derek Floyd, Mary Ann Beyster, Bob and Carolyn Rentto, Maureen and Charlie King
Emily Wilson, Rocky Paredes
Jan Klauber, Lynne Thompson, Tracey Cabral, Jim Melli, Sacha Boutros, Blanca Uribe
Jessie Knight (Timken board chair) and Joy Blount, Megan Pogue (Timken executive director), Fred and Angel Kleinbub (he’s Timken board treasurer), Pam Palisoul, Derrick Cartwright (Timken curatorial director)
Pat and Maggi Crowell, Doris and Peter Ellsworth, Jean and Mike Collins
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Athenaeum party celebrates all things merry and bright
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he Athenaeum Music & Arts Library’s annual holiday party brought the spirit of the season to the Village Dec. 11, when members and volunteers enjoyed holiday decor, eggnog, sweets and a cookie display of La Jolla created by Girard Gourmet. Pianist Sammy Pistritto provided the audio for classic carols and there was also live jazz. The Athenaeum is located at 1008 Wall St. ljathenaeum.org
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Paul and Joyce Dostart, Bob and Ginny Black, Patty Rome, Gitte Theodossi
John Armstrong, Myrna Naegle, Angel and Fred Kleinbub, Pam Slater-Price and Hershell Price
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Sen. Kevin Ranker (D., Washington State Senate), Athenaeum executive director Erica and Fred Torri, Zandra Rhodes, Barbara and John Brown
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North Coastal Council of PTA’s Reflections Gala
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he North Coastal Council of PTA’s Reflections Gala was held Nov. 29 at El Camino Creek Elementary School in Encinitas. Four school districts were represented at the event: Del Mar Union, Solana Beach, Encinitas Union and San Dieguito Union High School. The National PTA Reflections Program provides students with the opportunity to create works of art for fun and recognition. Students in preschool through grade 12 were encouraged to create and submit works of art in six areas: dance choreography, film production, literature, music composition, photography and the visual arts based on a given theme. During the Reflections Gala, approximately 150 North Coastal Council of PTAs student artists had their art on display from their entries in the 2016-2017 National PTA Reflections Art Program based upon this year’s theme: “What Is Your Story.” These young artists achieved either an Award of Excellence or an Award of Merit from North Coastal Council. Online: www.delmartimes.net
Ravi Malkani, Torrey Hills Elementary literature, photography and music award recipient 5th grader Pranaya, Torrey Hills Reflections chair Madhu Malkani
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Derrick Delliquadri, Mission Estancia 6th grader Eva, Claire, Jennifer Delliquadri
Ali Hajisattari, Ashley Falls 2nd grader Hanna, Farnaz Ahrabian
Jen Pascua, Olivia, Chloe, Solana Pacific 4th grader Sofia, Grandfather Juanito Pascua, Dennis Pascua
El Camino Creek 1st grader Vivian, Jennie Chonka with Olivia
Jeanne Ota, Colleen Ota, Mission Estancia 4th grader Mikayla, Kyle Jadrnicek, Tutu and Rik Jadrnicek
Susie and James Baxter with Abby, Ocean Knoll Elementary 5th grader Alex, Grandfather Larry Harbaugh
Riley, Allison Leeds, Torrey Hills Elementary 3rd grader Lucas, Jordan Leeds
Sonya Norman, Del Mar Hills 6th grader Max, Jack, Greg Norman
William, Liz Iverson, Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary 2nd grader Lily
Torrey Hills Elementary 4th grader Nithila Madhan, Ganga Sivaji
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Have a Bubbly New Year! “I only drink Champagne on two occasions: When I am in love, and when I am not.” — Coco Chanel
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hen the second hand on the clock sweeps toward midnight for the Dec. 31 countdown, millions of celebrants around the globe will be hoisting a glass of bubbly to toast in the New Year. The shimmering bubbles from the sparkling French wine will soon pull you in to an aura of giddy sophistication. As the Champagne tickles the nose, seduces the palate and creates a light-headed bliss, one’s troubles tend to melt away in a glass of bubbles. Speaking of glass, Champagne is traditionally served in two types of barware: one is the wide-mouthed stemmed glass called the “coupe” — which was rumored to have been molded from Marie Antoinette’s breast — and the other is the tulip-shaped “flute,” the ideal receptacle for champagne because it allows the bubbles to properly circulate, and enhance the drinking experience. “Come quickly, I am tasting the stars!” — Dom Perignon Dom Pierre Perignon, a 16th century French Benedictine monk and cellar master for the abbey at Reims cathedral, has been credited with valuable contributions to
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standardizing production of the bubbling wine, particularly for creating sturdy, thicker glass bottles to prevent exploding from the high-pressurized bubbles, and securing corks with rope snare mechanisms. The Treaty of Madrid of 1891 originally granted France the legal right to restrict the use of the word “Champagne” (with a capital “C”) to sparkling wines produced in the Champagne region of France. This protected status was later ratified by the Treaty of Versailles. Vive la France! What sets Champagne apart is that it is a double fermented wine. True Champagne is
created by a traditional process called methode Champenoise, with a secondary fermentation that takes place in the bottle or sealed cask, that produces bubbles of stored carbon dioxide responsible for the signature “pop” when the bottle is opened. Only three types of grapes are permitted for Champagne production: Chardonnay (creating Blanc de Blancs), Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier (creating Blanc de Noirs). Different kinds of Champagne are labeled according to the amount of sugar, called “dosage,” which was added to the bottle before being corked. The “drier” the Champagne, the less sweet it is. No sugar is added to Ultra Brut, Brut Zero or Brut Sauvage making these the driest; Brut contains a maximum of 1.5 percent sugar; Extra Dry or Extra Sec somewhat sweeter with up to 2 percent sugar; Dry or Sec has as much as 4 percent sugar; Demi-Sec up to 8 percent, while Doux is the sweetest champagne, considered a dessert wine, with upwards of 10 percent sugar. Champagne is also categorized by the bottle size, the most popular being the Standard (750 ml.). The Demi contains half this amount, while the Magnum is the equivalent of two Standard bottles. Behemoths like the Jeroboam contain six Standards, while the Salmanazar equals 12 of them. Whatever bottle of bubbly you’ve chosen, make sure it’s chilled to a temp around 40 degrees Fahrenheit. Since the contents are under pressure, don’t use a traditional corkscrew, rather the finesse of your hands and a cloth napkin (or specially designed Champagne cork remover). Gingerly remove the foil and wire cage surrounding the cork, and wrap the napkin around the top of the
Pomegranate Champagne Cocktail ■ Ingredients: • 1 teaspoon honey (acacia, orange blossom, your choice) • 3 tablespoons pomegranate juice • 3/4 cup chilled Champagne • Handful of pomegranate seeds ■ Method: Drizzle honey in Champagne flute. Add liquids. Toss in seeds. Cheers! bottle, careful not to aim the cork at breakables or any person’s anatomy (which, at a velocity of 40 mph, can be dicey). Turn the bottle, with a firm grip on the cork, and release it without yanking. If done properly, the bottle will expel a soft whimper, not a “pop.” If you have any leftover Champagne after ringing in the New Year, toasting the bride and groom, christening a ship, or spraying your teammates in a locker room throwdown, then use the divine libation to enhance both sweet and savory dishes. Breakfast treats go beyond mimosas — pour some bubbly in pancake or waffle batters, and concoct a strawberry Champagne syrup to drizzle on top. Sear deep-sea scallops or wild-caught shrimp in the sparkling stuff, whip up Champagne risotto with petite peas, or a porcini mushroom Champagne sauce to dial up wild-caught salmon, grilled chicken or ravioli. — Catharine Kaufman can be reached at kitchenshrink@san.rr.com
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insured. If you have a chance to see examples of their finished projects, this can help you make a confident decision. When making a plan with your builder and staying involved throughout the construction process, you can still expect surprises. Have you ever heard the phrase “expect the unexpected”? This phrase certainly applies to building a house. The best way to plan for the unexpected is to know the general ins and outs of the building process. Here is a list of considerations and potential areas for surprise. Construction Loans If you apply for a construction loan, you’ll have to have copies of the floor plans and specs from your builder or architect so the mortgage lender can appraise the home to determine how much they will lend. It’s common to make a down payment, or a personal guarantee, and the sum can be significant. Also, keep in mind that the appraisal and credit checks will come with fees, as well as title insurance on the land and homeowner’s insurance. The Budget Cushion It’s always best to have a full budget
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experienced and less-reputable builders. This is why researching your team and seeing the quality of previous projects is vital. The best way to stick to your budget is having a detailed set of plans to bid from. The more information on the plans the more accurate your bid will be. This will help the project to stay on budget with fewer surprises. You generally pay for the work completed in a weekly or bi-weekly installments, based on the work completed to date. Be mindful of contractors who try to front load a project, and always ask for the backup documents. Permits and Other Fees You may be aware of some of the permit fees your project will require (most people are aware of building permits, for instance). However, there are separate permits for public improvements, work in the right of way, SDGE upgrades, swimming pools, etc. Column continued at http://www.lajollalight.com/ourcolumns/sponsored-columnists/sdljlWhat-to-Expect-During-Your-HomeBuild-2016aug18-story.html
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Foundation presents San Diego Aloha By the Bay The Jonathan Tarr Foundation is presenting San Diego Aloha By the Bay, a multi-cultural, inter-generational and educational event on Saturday, Jan. 21, 2017, 6 8:30 p.m. at the Irwin M. Jacobs Qualcomm Theatre, 5775 Morehouse Drive, San Diego, 92121. The event features music and dance performances representing various Pacific Islander communities, including the Ahahui Kiwila O Hawaii, Hui O Hawaii San Diego, Pacific Islander Festival Association, Samoan Community Council San Diego, and Sons and Daughters of Guam San Diego. All proceeds from the event benefit the Jonathan Tarr Foundation, a nonprofit organization which recognizes the potential, and rewards the determination of students from non-traditional and traditional high schools. Since 1999 to 2016, JTF has provided $337,000 and 444 scholarships to seniors graduating from 81 high schools, representing 19 school districts in San Diego, Imperial and Orange Counties. 55% are First Generation, first in their immediate families to pursue college or post-secondary programs. This year’s Aloha by the Bay is dedicated to the memory of Charles R. Ki’aha, a professional musician, composer, arranger and author, whose guiding hand and support were a vital part of the Jonathan Tarr Foundation. San Diego Aloha By the Bay sponsors include: San Diego County Community Enhancement Program (San Diego County Supervisor District 3), San Diego Chinese Women’s Association, Adam and Sue Sharon, Walter Bowser II, AAMS and Edward Jones Investments and Robin J. Tarr Tickets for the event are $25 ($75 includes VIP reception) and can be purchased through the Jonathan Tarr Foundation website (www.jonathantarr foundation.org). Please call (760) 230-2344 for information.
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RSF Senior Center BY TERRIE LITWIN
A variety of classes, events to be held in the new year
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Avila Colanter (front, right), her sister Monnica and brother Augustine with the gifts for donation to Ronald McDonald House.
Local youngster spreads holiday cheer with her Christmas Pony BY CHRIS SAUR For Avila Colanter, it wasn’t enough to just bring a donation of gifts to the Ronald McDonald House (RMH) in San Diego. Wanting to make it extra special for the kids at the RMH’s on-site school, the 10-year-old Carlsbad resident who attends Phoenix Learning Center in Encinitas, brought the donations along with a mini horse dressed up for Christmas. “Avila just loves horses and she had this idea a couple of years ago,” proud mom Brit Colanter told the Encinitas Advocate. On Dec. 8, after a lot of coordination from Brit and Avila, the idea became a reality. The mother and daughter were joined by Avila’s siblings — 7-year-old Monnica and 4- year-old Augustine — a cousin and her grandparents (dad Eddie, unfortunately, had to work) as they brought gift baskets to the 5-10 kids staying at the RMH on-site school with the help of Beanie Baby the mini pony, who the children got a chance to play with. Avila and her family also brought a bunch of unwrapped gifts to donate to RMH’s Santa’s Workshop, a program that allows parents from underprivileged families to pick out presents for their kids this holiday season. While the kids at the on-site school were thrilled to play with Beanie Baby, and Avila and her family enjoyed seeing the joy in their faces, the children also appreciated the gift baskets, which included the children’s book “Jasper and the Big Race.” That book was written and illustrated by Avila when she was just 7 years old, and is available on Amazon. It was around the time she finished the book that Avila hatched the idea for the Christmas Pony donation event. Then this year, Brit Colanter was able to help her daughter make it happen. “We’ve done Operation Christmas Drop (a charity affiliated with the military) for kids overseas and she loves doing that and then she just thought it would be awesome to do something like that with a horse dressed up for Christmas,” Colanter said. “She was really insistent that this would happen so I finally said, ‘OK, I’ll try to make some calls, not knowing how it was going to all come together.’ ” It all started to come together when a friend from 4H gave her the name of Anne Shapery, who runs LJ Mini Ranch in La Jolla. Shapery, who brings mini horses and other animals to
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Avila Colanter, 10, and her family brought a mini pony named Beanie Baby dressed up for Christmas to the San Diego Ronald McDonald House’s on-site school along with donated gift bags and unwrapped gifts for the organization’s Santa’s Workshop charity event. The kids at the school got to play with the pony and enjoyed the gift baskets. the VA hospital and to work with autistic kids, was happy to provide the horse for Avila’s project. Then, Colanter connected with the Ronald MacDonald House and officials there invited Avila and Beanie Baby to the RMH on-site school. While that was all being organized, the family was also spending October and November collecting gifts and monetary donations from friends and relatives, people from their church and the families of Avila’s classmates in teacher Ashley Pirrello’s fourth-grade class. “It was amazing to see everyone’s generosity, and just see the community get behind this (project), even people I didn’t know,” said Colanter, whose family recently moved to Carlsbad from Encinitas. Another fun thing for Colanter and her kids was taking the donated money and going shopping for toys for the RMH kids. Mom says Avila is already excited about organizing a Christmas Pony donation next year, and they are looking at potentially finding additional locations to bring their holiday cheer.
Resource and Referral Service Available Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 pm. 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.
Three-time Grammy Award winner Lucinda Williams to perform at Belly Up Three-time Grammy Award winner Lucinda Williams will perform two shows at The Belly Up Tavern in Solana Beach on Sunday, Jan. 15 and Monday, Jan. 16. Both shows start at 8 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m. Williams is touring in support of her highly-acclaimed album The Ghosts of Highway 20. Press reactions to the album have been fantastic with
Pitchfork lauding the record as one that is, “...among the best works of her career...” and The New York Times highlighting her voice as “...rougher and more compelling than ever.” Featured on “The Late Show With Stephen Colbert,” Rolling Stone and PBS Newshour, Williams opened up about the new album, which explores how
Interstate 20 has been a literal and figurative backdrop throughout her entire life. The narratives revolve around the 1,500-mile Highway 20 (aka Interstate 20) that runs in part from Georgia to Texas. Visit www.lucindawilliams.com and www.bellyup.com. The Belly Up is located at 143 S. Cedros Ave., Solana Beach, 92075. (858) 481-8140.
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The Del Mar Unit of Rady Children’s Hospital Auxiliary to host Opening Night Gala of the ASID Designer Showcase House
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he Del Mar Unit of Rady Children’s Hospital Auxiliary recently held their holiday party hosted by Louay and Sophia Alsadek at their beautiful home in Rancho Santa Fe. With much excitement the highly anticipated announcement was made of the recent partnership with the ASID Designer Showcase House in the spring. The 12,000-square-foot home is located in the gated community of the Tuscan Estates outside Fairbanks Ranch. The Del Mar Unit will host the Opening Night Gala on April 29, 2017, co-chaired by Denise Stein, the San Diego
ASID and the Opening Night Gala committee. The goal is to fully underwrite the event so that all proceeds from ticket sales, auction items and direct contributions will go directly to the Endowment for Neuroscience at the Rady Children’s Institute for Genomic Medicine. Tis’ the season of giving and the Del Mar Unit of Rady Children’s Auxiliary is asking for the community’s support in making its goal of complete underwriting a reality. Consider a major gift to the event, any gift in any amount is greatly appreciated. Your gift makes it possible to give all of the proceeds to the people who need it most
– the patients at Rady Children’s Hospital. The Rady Children’s Auxiliary is an all-volunteer organization whose mission is to support children through advocacy, community awareness, and fundraising. Please contact Mary Reynolds, auxiliary president, at mreynolds@rshsd.org to underwrite or sponsor the much anticipated, Opening Night Gala of the ASID Designer Showcase House, where your gift can make a life-saving difference for sick and injured children in our own community. Online: www.delmartimes.net
Suzan and Jeff Isber Social co-chairs Joleen Langston and Ginger Wood, Jan Smith
Carrie Woodland, Hosts Louay and Sophia Alsadek, board member/PR & Marketing Director Annette Fargo, Judy and Steve Rowles
Debbie Cady, Laura Lopatin
Marilee Needle, Social co-chair Claire Cellier, Melinda Tucker
Board member/director of technology Amber Yoo, Past Rady Children's Hospital Auxiliary President Farryl Moore, board member/secretary Joan Edwards
ASID Showcase Designer committee members Dana Worsham, Susan Darnall, Joan Edwards, Mary Reynolds, Annette Fargo. Seated: Debbie Cady, Marilee Needle, Denise Stein, Laura Lopatin
Gentlemen in attendance
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Happy New Year Susan Isber, Rady Children's Hospital Auxiliary President Mary Reynolds, Melinda Tucker, Allison Sanfilippo
Rady Children's Hospital Auxiliary Del Mar co-chair Dana Worsham, Gary Inouye and Lisa Vomero-Inouye, Lisa and Sean Cavanaugh, co-chair Susan Darnall
FROM LA JOLLA PLAYHOUSE, B2 include about 20 of Summer’s songs, “basically explores her life from performing in her parents’ living room as a kid, to the wild toboggan ride that was her life through pop culture.” Ashley explained that the show “is framed by her last concert at (New York’s) Studio 54, and it’s very much a dance musical. So much of that music was written for a kind of communal dance explosion, and it was written to be danced to.” Director McAnuff is practically synonymous with the Playhouse: He led the revival of the then-moribund institution in 1983, and served two long stints as its artistic chief, bringing it to national prominence. He also built a huge Broadway career (“Jersey Boys,” “The Who’s Tommy” and more), and most recently was the artistic leader of Canada’s Stratford Festival before returning to life as an independent director. McAnuff’s last Playhouse directing project was “Sideways” in 2013. ■ “At the Old Place,” July/August 2017: Playhouse associate artistic director Jaime Castañeda will direct the new Rachel Bonds play; he most recently staged Mike Lew’s “Tiger Style!” The Playhouse plot blurb: “In her mid-40s and facing a breaking point, a literature professor returns to her childhood
home in Virginia only to discover two young people camped out on her lawn.” Ashley described it as “a piece about the roads not taken, and about how life sometimes gives you second chances at some choices.” He said of Bonds: “She’s a real rising star in the theater world right now. She’s got a world premiere a month before and month after us. She’s hitting in a big way.” ■ “Wild Goose Dreams,” September/October 2017: This one’s by another rising newcomer, Hansol Jung. It will be directed by Leigh Silverman, who has major New York credits with “Chinglish” and more. (She also directed a Playhouse workshop of “Ernest Shackleton Loves Me” a few years back.) The play centers on a North Korean defector who has left her family behind, and launches into an online romance with a lonely South Korean father. “It’s very inventive; how the play puts the online world onstage is very playful, and there’s a real dark humor to the piece,” Ashley said, adding with a laugh: “Online and North Korea — I’ve never seen that onstage before.” — IF YOU GO: La Jolla Playhouse, 2910 La Jolla Village Drive, on the UC San Diego campus. Tickets for the 2017-18 shows will be available only by season subscription for the time being. More details: (858) 550-1010 or lajollaplayhouse.org
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