Mission Times Courier - March 2013

Allied Gardens February 22, 2013

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Volume XX – Number 15

INSIDE

THIS ISSUE

NCPI ponders 7-Eleven proposal

Ask the Cop The popular column is back with a look at purse snatching prevention.

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Rolando Fair hits the street

Plaza de Panama The recent court decision disappoints Balboa Park author Pam Crooks.

To find a friendly, tightknit community in San Diego look no further than Rolando Village, an attractive neighborhood of modest, nicely kept homes in the eastern part of the city. The 17th Annual Rolando Street Fair, which takes place Sunday, March 24, helps

Allied Gardens Little League steps up to bat for a new season.

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It’s a lot of work, but that day, seeing the community come together, we know it was all worth it.”

The fair takes place on Rolando Boulevard just south of El Cajon Boulevard from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. This

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Councilmembers decry mayoral veto

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maintain the high level of community spirit.

“It takes a lot of dedicated people to make a real neighborhood, and that’s what we have in Rolando,” said Virginia Martin, a member of the Rolando Community Council. “The street fair has become a labor of love for us.

San Diego City Councilman Scott Sherman

Malawi-bound teen on a mission

By Jeremy Ogul You won’t find Del Cerro teenager Danya Dilbeck lounging on the beach or shopping at the mall this summer. You won’t find her studying in a summer school classroom or working out at the Y. And you won’t find her anywhere you might think to look See Malawi page 16

By Dave Schwab Fallout from the San Diego City Council’s failure to override Mayor Bob Filner’s veto of two Port Commission appointments is drifting across the political landscape including Districts 7 and 2, where councilmembers Scott Sherman and Kevin Faulconer, who both voted to override the mayor’s veto, are crying “foul.”

The city council, split evenly 4-to-4 between Democrats and Republicans, had appointed Democratic

attorney Rafael Castellanos and Republican businessman Marshall Merrifield, to fill two Port Commission openings in a Jan. 8 vote widely viewed as a bipartisan compromise. Council president Todd Gloria, a Democrat, had joined with Republicans on the appointments.

Filner didn’t initially weigh in on the appointments, but later blocked them, insisting the city’s appointment process needs to be revamped to ensure port commissioners See port page 6

By Dave Schwab Last month Navajo Community Planners, Inc. (NCPI) heard a preliminary proposal from 7-Eleven to convert the former Hot Springs Spa on Mission Gorge Road into a new convenience store selling beer and wine.

Attorney Bill Adams of the law firm Norton Moore Adams, gave a slideshow presentation, noting 7-Eleven corporation’s plans to convert a former Jacuzzi sales and service business at 5829 Mission Gorge Road into a fullservice convenience store selling alcohol, has triggered the need to acquire a conditional use permit (CUP) from the city.

“Beer and wine is a normal part of the 7-Eleven product line and we intend to have the entire product line here,” said Adams, adding the liquor license being sought, which triggered the CUP, is for off-premises consumption, unlike a restaurant, for instance, selling alcohol consumed on site.

Adams said a police report on crime in the area, and how many other existing liquor licenses there are in the affected census tract, will be factored into the final decision by city officials and state Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) on whether to grant 7-Eleven a liquor license for beer and wine sales at its new site.

NCPI planner Michael McSweeney asked whether the new 7-Eleven’s census tract is “underserved” with liquor licenses.

“It’s overserved, which is See NCPI page 21

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Ask the Cop Q: I’m nervous about purse snatchers in parking lots, but I can’t go without a handbag!

How can I deter snatchers?

A: This is a great question. I recently posted on the SDPD Eastern’s Facebook a crime where a woman had her purse stolen right out of her shopping cart while she was at Target. It is important to remember that while not all crimes can be prevented, there are ways you can help protect yourself from being a victim.

Here are some steps to help prevent your purse from being stolen.

1. Be Aware of your surroundings and people around you.

2. Pay Attention to the “Funny Feeling” or “Gut Feeling” you may have. In my experience, this feeling is warning you of danger and is usually right. Do not

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be afraid or embarrassed to react to your “Funny Feeling.” If your “Gut Feeling” is telling you to cross the street or go inside the business trust yourself and do what your “Gut Feeling” is telling you to do.

3. Keep Your Purse Close to you. Shorten the straps so that the purse fit in between your arm and armpit. Do not leave your purse unattended in the shopping cart when you load items into your car.

Place your purse inside your car first.

4. Travel Light. Carry the essentials in your purse. Don’t take every credit card you have or checkbook, or social security card. The less you carry the less mess you will have to straighten out in case your purse does get stolen.

5. Remember You Come Before Your Purse! You are more important than your

purse. If a purse snatch does occur, let it go. Do not put your life in any danger by fighting to keep your purse.

6. Report Any Suspicious Activity. If you think someone is loitering around or acting out of the ordinary report it to the police.

You are our best eyes and ears! Be safe. ♦ Officer Holland Tafoya SDPD Eastern Division Community Liaison Officer Have a question for Ask the Cop? Email AskTheCop@ MissionTimesCourier.com.

Allied Gardens Community Council

By Anthony Wagner, president At the time of this writing, I’ve had less than a week to get my feet wet as the new AGCC President, so please forgive the jarring narrative and the non sequiturs. It might be

easiest to start with a little about me, a brief thank you, some community news and finally, some thoughts on our future.

For those of you who did not see last month’s story about me by Dave Schwab in the back section of the Mission Times Courier (my mother has copies), I’d like to introduce myself.

I’m a native son and have been your neighbor for the last 37 years. My mother, with my father in tow, walked over to Kaiser Hospital to give birth to me. You may have seen me around, playing Allied Gardens Little League with your sons and

daughters or attending St. Therese Academy. I’m now raising my own family in Allied Gardens. Gosh, I love this place!

I want to ensure that Allied Gardens and Grantville remain the best place to raise a family in San Diego. I’m committed to our families and our great neighborhood.

San Diego’s hometown hero, Dr. Seuss, shrewdly wrote in The Lorax, “Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It’s not.”

One individual who has emulated that quote and See Allied Gardens page 18

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College Area Community Council

By Doug Case, president

At our meeting Feb. 13, the CACC Executive Board voted to approve and promote the adoption of a “Montezuma Trail” concept. Anyone who has walked, biked, or driven up or down Montezuma Road knows it can be a drab and chaotic roadway. In particular, the western section, from 55th Street west to Fairmont

and the I-8 interchange, is often strewn with litter not easily removed because of the dangerous conditions that currently exist, and characterized by speeding cars that endanger the few hardy bicyclists who dare to use the avenue as part of their bike route.

We are proposing to change Montezuma into an example of what future traffic corridors in San Diego might look like. We hope to increase pedestrian and bicycle safety along the length of Montezuma Road by mitigating the impact of increased traffic, and increase the use of alternate modes of transportation other than private motor vehicles. Along the westernmost section, from Fairmont Avenue to 55th Street, our proposal would create a “gateway” entrance to the College

Area that compliments and enhances both San Diego State University and the College Area communities.

For the eastern portion of Montezuma Road, we propose to add a dedicated bike lane physically separated from traffic and running alongside the sidewalk on each side of Montezuma from El Cajon Boulevard to 55th Street. The roadway along this stretch is already wide enough to accommodate two lanes of traffic in each direction as well as one-way dedicated bike lanes. For most of the roadway, parking is already prohibited, so dedicated bike lanes would have minimal impact.

The western portion of Montezuma, by comparison, offers several more opportunities for enhancement.

First, there is no pedestrian access along the north side of Montezuma because there is no sidewalk between the bicycle/pedestrian bridge at Fairmont and I-8 and Yerba Santa. We envision a “trail” composed of both colorized concrete and decomposed granite.

Second, in an effort to increase alternate forms of transportation and promote safety, a bi-directional bike lane is proSee college area page 9

LOCAL News

Friends of Lake Murray

By Barbara Cleves Anderson

Corrine, a.k.a. “Baby Girl,” ran her first marathon in Carlsbad this year. Training was her usual six miles a day at Lake Murray. I asked BG why she ran with little training. She said it was on her bucket list. She finished and said that it was her first and last marathon. I asked when she was going skydiving and she said February. I wouldn’t be surprised if she was serious.

BG ran pregnant with her last baby until her seventh month. Corrine works as a nurse besides doing her family obligations. Luckily, dad runs with the dogs in the morning and helps out with the three kids. Corrine is at probably tenacious about everything she does. When she runs with the guys she almost kills them. They huff and puff and she grins.

In my last column, I wrote the cement pads for the new large porta-potties were not completed.

As I write this, the slabs have just been finished.

Ruben and Leo would have had the job done weeks ago. It is good that the guys didn’t have to mix and spread the concrete. It would take more cement to fill the potty pads than mix and pour on lake projects.

Art Wrightson emailed the city to find out about the hold up. He was told the streets division had to work on flooded areas in San Diego, but assured the pads would be completed soon – and they were. When this paper is

published, the pads will be in, toilets installed… or not.

Lake Murray has a new Lake Aide ll. Heidi Coutuer formerly worked with Conway Bowman, Reservoir Keeper at Lake Hodges. Gayle Havens is our congenial Reservoir Keeper. Lake Aide l Karen Ibach has transferred to Mira Mar Lake. We wish her well. Heidi worked at Southland Lake for a short time before coming to us.

Please give her a big welcome when you see her.

I listen to music when I run. I like the current music but I found that there are too many commercials on those stations. I accidently found 105.7 FM., also called “The Walrus.” It is ‘60s, ‘70s and ‘80s music.

I thought I was done with that kind of music, but the tempo keeps me moving. At 5:30 a.m. until approximately 6:30 a.m.

I listen to hosts Nolan and Kim. Tori Peck is the traffic reporter. After listening to The Walrus for a year, I have picked up a lot of information about the group. Nolan and his wife live in La Mesa and go to Lake Murray.

Nolan talked about him and his wife walking around the lake one day and just happening to see Tori running with her black lab, Jack.

Maybe Tori lives near the lake, too. I believe I met Jack once. Sorry to say I have no idea what Tori looks like. I check out dogs and some time later I get acquainted with their owner. She was gracious to let me pet See Lake Murray page 20

MissionTimesCourier.com — February 22, 2013

San Carlos Action Council

By John F. Pilch, President

The San Carlos Area Council (SCAC) is scheduled to meet Wednesday, March 6, at 6 p.m. at the San Carlos Branch Library, 7265 Jackson Dr. We are pleased to announce that District Attorney Bonnie Dumanis will be our guest speaker at this meeting. We look forward to an update about her office, hot topics she’s facing currently and have her respond to questions from SCAC members, residents of San Carlos and the Navajo Area and guests in the audience. In addition, we’ll have updates from representatives of elected officials and our new SDPD Community Liaison Officer (CLO) Holland Tafoya. As usual, the meeting is open to the public and there is no charge to attend.

As a follow-up to Mayor Bob Filner’s visit, we’ll continue to work with the mayor, through Councilmember Scott Sherman’s office, on the condition of many roadways in San Carlos, the condition of many of our city parks and of course, a new library. If you have items to be added to the priority list, please send them to me at jfpilch@ hotmail.com and we’ll pass them along to the councilmember and the mayor.

Although violent crime may be decreasing, residential and vehicle burglaries continue. As we heard from Eastern Division Capt. Andy Mills at the Jan. 2 meeting, residents should learn how to “toughen up” their homes to make it more difficult

for burglars to enter. The same applies to vehicles, especially when personal property is visible on the front and/or rear seats and the dashboard. In late January, at the invitation of Jay Wilson, I accompanied Capt. Mills and CLO Holland Tafoya and residents on a walk-around in Del Cerro, near the Windmill Farms center. It was amazing to see so many personal items left in plain sight in vehicles, including iPhones, iPads, laptops, etc.

The SCAC plans to hold a similar walk-around Feb. 21 at 3:30 p.m., starting at the San Carlos Branch Library.

An announcement will have been sent to the SCAC e-mail list prior to the event. Capt.

Mills advised us that RSVP personnel will continue to be utilized by Eastern Division to notify residents of burglaries in their neighborhood. He also urged citizens to continue to be the “eyes and ears” of the SDPD and report any suspicious activity to SDPD at the NonEmergency line 531-2000.

Police officers are on the job 24 hours a day, but need our help to make them aware of crimes or the potential for a crime to be committed.

With respect to the SD County Water Authority Re-lining project on Jackson Drive, the work continues to proceed more quickly than anticipated. Following some problems reported by residents near Portal 11 on Lake Shore Dr., we were able to get additional traffic signage in place and the lanes widened in both directions. We thank the SDCWA, the contractor and Traffic Engineering for their help in resolving the situation. Another plus is that we’re one month closer to having the project completed by mid-summer, per SDCWA spokesman Craig Balben. You can review the project on the SDCWA project web page at www.sdcwa. org/mission-trails-lake-murray-pipeline-relining.

The Navajo Community Planners, Inc. (NCPI) will

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next meet Feb. 25 at their new meeting location, Zion Avenue Community Church at 7 p.m. The church is located on Zion and Estrella in Allied Gardens. Currently, the only San Carlos Action Item on the Agenda is a water department project from the storage tower on Lake Ashmere, down to Lake Murray Boulevard and north to Highwood Drive, near Grossmont College.

For more information and to sign up for e-mail notifications, visit www. navajoplanners.org.

The San Carlos Community Garden is holding its First Anniversary Celebration on Saturday, March 16, from 1 to 3 p.m. and is open to the public.

District 7 Councilmember Sherman has confirmed his attendance and we hope Supervisor Dianne Jacob will also be able to join the celebration. This ambitious project, headed by a group of San Carlos residents and supported by the SCAC, is located adjacent to Springall Academy on Boulder Lake Avenue at Lake Adlon. Stop by any Saturday morning from 8 to 11 a.m. for a tour, or better yet, to volunteer your time. Community garden plots/raised boxes are now being sold to the public. If you’re interested in raising your own fruits and vegetables in this garden, please visit their website at www.sancarloscommunitygarden.com for details.

For information about speakers, meeting reminders and agendas and other local news, please email jfpilch@hotmail.com and request your name be added to the SCAC Interested Party email list. Rest assured that your privacy will be respected and neither your name nor your email address will be shared with anyone. Messages are sent “Bcc” to prevent you from being spammed.

Finally, if you have an issue you wish us to consider or just have a question about the community, please contact me at (619) 462-1408 or by email at jfpilch@hotmail. com. Thank you. ♦

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On Jan. 31, several Del Cerro residents walked a few streets in Del Cerro with Police Capt.

Andy Mills and our police community liaison officer, Holly Tafoya, from Eastern Division.

Capt. Mills selected Del Cerro for his first community walk.

We met in front of Windmill Farms, walked nearly all of Hillgrove Drive, then Del Cerro Boulevard back to Capri Drive, right on Genoa Drive, across Del Cerro Boulevard, up Rockhurst Street to Lambda Drive, to College Avenue, and back to Windmill Farms. Capt. Mills was interested in our residents’ concerns regarding policerelated matters.

There has been an increase in residential burglaries in the Navajo area, and Capt. Mills and his officers are definitely working to solve and stop these crimes. Walking up Hillgrove Drive, a resident referenced several burglaries on the street, some break-ins, and a car

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theft. Capt. Mills mentioned that in 2011, Eastern Division arrested 74 individuals for parole violations. In 2012, because of the state’s early release program, the number jumped to 479. All the more reason to keep valuables out of site in a car, and keep doors and windows locked at all times! On Lambda Drive, one unoccupied car was parked in a three-minute zone and there was an I-phone being charged in plain sight. This is an open invitation to a criminal.

As we walked west on Del Cerro Boulevard at Vinley, we noted fresh graffiti on a couple of utility boxes. Capt. Mills took a picture of both boxes and will follow up with his officers.

In both cases it the graffiti appeared to be identifying symbols for groups. If you see graffiti in our community, take a picture and email the photo and location to Officer Tafoya at hhuchin@pd.sandiego.gov.

On our walk we noted a home that looked “out of place” because of the items in the driveway and in front of the house. As long as a vehicle is on private property, the police can no longer take any action even if there is an expired license plate. There is a statewide program known as “Safe Streets Now,” that may apply in certain instances.

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San Diego Sofer One of a Kind his customers including congregants and congregations from all branches of Judaism – Reform, Conservative and Orthodox. On a table in his workshop are numerous Torah scrolls – the Hebrew bible also known as the Five Books of Moses. They have been brought to him for repairs, everything from patching up minor rips to the more extensive work of removing mold and mildew. Attia also has written several Torahs in their entirety by hand, a process that can take up to a year.

His tefillin – the small, black leather boxes containing parchment with verses from the Bible and worn by observant Jews during morning prayers – are so valued they can sell for far beyond $1,000 a pair.

It is a craft that Attia practices with devotion.

Tefillin, he notes, go back to the time when the Israelites were nearing the end of their 40-year journey in the desert.

“They are a symbol of the love between God and the Jewish people,” Attia said.

“They are a beautiful piece of very old jewelry.”

Just a generation ago, becoming a sofer was about the last thing from Attia’s mind. He was earning good money working for Sanford R. Goodkin & Associates in Del Mar, a company known as a pioneer in residential research.

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He was a successful urban planner working for one of the leading real estate consulting firms in San Diego County when the bottom fell through the housing market in the early 1990s. That’s when Alberto Attia decided to follow his calling.

Attia, a Sephardic Jew from Panama, went to Israel, studied in a yeshiva and underwent the years-long training that ended with him becoming a sofer, a scribe qualified to take specially prepared ink to ritually pure parchment and meticulously pen by hand Torahs, tefillin and mezuzot – the writings that contain the core beliefs of Judaism.

It is exacting work in which nothing less than perfection can suffice. In fact, the College Area resident is the only sofer in San Diego.

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“For many years I was the top consultant there,” Attia said.

But the firm could do little after the real estate market imploded during the recession of the early 1990s that helped propel Bill Clinton into the White House.

Sanford R. Goodkin & Associates was sold.

“Eventually they closed down the whole practice,” Attia recalled. “So I found myself out of work. I thought, `what am I going to do?’ I thought I would try some consulting myself. But the work was scarce, particularly in a down market.”

“I said, you know what, I’m going to do what my passion is. So I took off to Eretz Israel (the land of Israel). I had my wife and my two young kids at that time stay with my in-laws (his oldest was just 4 years old), and I went to yeshiva and learned how to be a sofer.”

Attia suddenly flashed a warm smile. “Our sages have a very beautiful saying. Before Hashem (the Hebrew word that pious Jews use for God) closes a door, at least two more are open. Which one you are going to take in life is up to you.”

“Usually,” Attia continued, “these challenges are a test. It is up to you to overcome.”

At the yeshiva, a Jewish house of learning that focuses on religious teachings, Attia was schooled in Halacha, or Jewish religious law. “You have to go through the intricacies of the law. Of writing, of learning the proper shape of the letters. The history.

Working with the leather, producing the parchment, the manufacture of ink.”

Some 18 years later, Attia is spoken of fondly by everyone who has come into contact with him. To rabbis and observant Jews in San Diego County, Attia is a legend.

“This is a very specialized profession,” Attia said. “It is not something you find too many people doing. It’s really a dream come true. I find it beautiful. I find it rewarding.” ♦

Port, from page 1 can be held accountable by city government.

On Feb. 11, the council voted 5-to-3 – with Democrats David Alvarez, Marti Emerald and Sherri Lightner opposed – in favor of the override, one vote shy of the six required by the city charter.

Following the failed override vote, Faulconer and Sherman requested Council President Todd Gloria schedule a vote on Port Commission appointments in 30 days, with Monday, March 11 as the first opportunity for the council to appoint port commissioners after a Port workshop at the March 6 Rules and Economic Development Committee.

They also encouraged Gloria to begin accepting nominations from councilmembers immediately, weighing these nominees according to the guidelines established at the March 6 workshop.

District 7 Councilman Sherman, in a phone interview with Mission Times Courier, decried Filner’s veto calling it “partisan politics.”

“We missed by one vote,” said Sherman. “We had a good partisan agreement, a Democrat and a Republican, both sides of the aisle.

But the mayor vetoed the nominations saying he didn’t like the process because it doesn’t determine qualifications, educational background, vision, etc. But he knew about the [existing] process ahead of time.

It would have been nice to have heard from [Filner] ahead of time.”

“While the city council is talking about a plan for selecting Port Commission nominees, the actual Port Commission is discussing the Port Master Plan – the blueprint for our waterfront – right now,” said Faulconer.

“We need action.”

Sherman noted both commission nominees, Castellanos and Merrifield, were worthy and capable candidates, with Castellanos being a successful attorney and Merrifield having previously run for city council.

“Castellanos is president of

the lawyer’s association and has good roots in the Latino community – that would have been a first to move in that direction,” Sherman said.

Characterizing the move

by Filner as “Washingtonstyle” politics, Sherman said, “I think the [nomination] system and the process was a pretty good one… Partisan politics got involved and it just gets in the way of doing good things for the benefit of the city.”

Noting city hall is “supposed to be non-partisan,” Sherman said he hopes this situation isn’t a sign of things to come from the new mayor.

“Bob is a bit more partisan than we’re used to,” he said. “He wanted there to be two Democrats in those posts. A Democrat and a Republican would have been a good, common-sense resolution, finding a middle ground that would have gotten the deal done.”

Faulconer and Sherman both pointed out there are numerous Port projects under discussion while the majority of San Diego’s seats are vacant. Those include the Convention Center expansion, North Embarcadero Visionary Plan construction, Port District’s annual budget and capital improvement projects plan, and a climate mitigation and adaptation plan.

Another concern raised

by Filner and his Democrat council colleagues was the lack of a District 4 council member in the decisionmaking process. A special election to replace Tony Young, who resigned Jan. 1, will be held March 26.

If the city waits until the seat is filled after a likely runoff in May, it could be months before the port slots are filled.

Castellanos and Merrifield would have replaced former commissioners Scott Peters, who was elected to Congress, and Lee Burdick, who resigned to become director of special projects and legal affairs for Filner.

The city has three seats on the seven-member Port Commission, with Bob Nelson as its only current member. ♦

MissionTimesCourier.com — February 22, 2013

Letter from the Editor

Erin go Bragh!

By Genevieve A. Suzuki

Funnily enough, the first time I heard that familiar Irish phrase was when I saw Flower Drum Song as a kid. The Rodgers and Hammerstein musical about Chinese immigrants and Americans living in San Francisco included a musical number (“Gliding Through My Memories”) featuring Chinese American women dressed up in honor of different countries.

The “Erin go Bragh” girl was, obviously, dressed in traditional Irish green.

And while I look Asian enough, whatever that means, I am actually also an American mutt. My mom, who originally hails from Montana, sometimes claims we may be Irish, depending on whether she’s feeling Celtic pride.

But even if we aren’t really Irish, I think we’re all a little Irish come March 17. There’s something about St. Patrick’s Day that has us all jumping to celebrate the Emerald Isle in all of its green glory.

St. Patrick’s Day has a slew of traditions to which many of us adhere. It’s common knowledge that declining to wear green on this day leaves one open to at least one or two mischievous pinches, sometimes from strangers.

(Please note that pinching one on the derriere is not OK as it leaves the pincher open to battery charges.)

In honor of the holiday com-

memorating the best known patron saint of Ireland, many celebrants also select traditional Irish fare, such as corned beef, cabbage, potatoes, shepherd’s pie and colcannon. But what’s Irish eats without Irish drinks?

An even better question is what’s Irish drinks without Hooleys Irish Pub & Grill?

Arguably the most popular Irish pub in San Diego County, Hooleys has decided to take one of its most popular holidays and share it with local charities.

The Hooleys Half Marathon and 5K Run/Walk on March 17 dares to infuse a day usually associated with eating and drinking with exercise. The half marathon and run/walk takes participants around East County, with the goal of showing off the region while raising money for local nonprofits, such as St. Madeleine Sophie’s Center, Home of Guiding Hands, Partnerships with Industry, the East County Transitional Living Center and Stoney’s Kids.

For anyone who doesn’t want to race or give up celebrating the old-fashioned way, the marathon, which is also co-sponsored by other businesses, such as Sycuan Casino, will be followed by a Finish Line Festival featuring Irish music and refreshments. You also have the option of heading to Hooleyfest the night before the marathon to enjoy a nice big glass of Guinness.

It’s surprising the marathon is actually in its inaugural year. The fusion of fun, fare and charity seems the perfect way to honor a saint whose legend includes the banishment of all snakes from Ireland.

In the spirit of the coming holiday, here is a traditional Irish blessing: May the road rise to meet you.

May the wind be always at your back.

May the sun shine warm upon your face.

May the rains fall soft upon your fields and until we meet again, May the Lord hold you in the palm of His hand. ♦

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Letters to the Editor

Second Amendment Redux

In rebuttal to the anonymously-written diatribe published in the January issue of the Mission Times Courier, entitled “Second Amendment Protects All Guns”: No, the Second Amendment does not protect all guns. It does not specifically mention nor has it ever judicially interpreted to mean that individuals have the right to possess weapons such as cannons (or machine guns or other mass-killing firearms).

Those Founding Father folks were great, but far from perfect. They first came up with the Articles of Confederation. (Remember that one?) Take 2 was the Constitution, but they omitted all the content that was hastily added in the Bill of Rights. Yes, your beloved Second Amendment was just that, an amendment (change) to the Constitution. Of course, we’ve had to amend it quite a few more times since then, too. I think most people agree that there were quite a few flaws in the original Constitution, even with the addition of the first 10 amendments.

Recent historical research claims that the purpose of the Second Amendment was so that southern militias could continue to remain

armed, for the purpose of suppressing slave rebellions. Not so noble-sounding.

The technology difference between single-shot muskets of the 18th century and today’s semi-automatic rifles is so drastic as to demand a re-examination of the intent behind the Second Amendment.

Most of the unspeakable rampages with guns in their day were Colonial Americans massacring Native Americans who lacked equivalent weapons.

No one is calling for truck rental control because trucks serve many useful purposes in our society, and have rarely been used for mass murder. Assault rifles, on the other hand, have only one purpose, which is killing lots of people.

David Morrison San Diego

Time for common sense gun control

I want to applaud you for your reasonable and heartfelt argument for common sense gun control in January’s La Mesa Courier, and for your willingness to publish a “Letter to the Editor” that was filled with hate, paranoid ranting, and personal attacks on you by someone too cowardly to sign their own name. The writer of that letter, like so many selfstyled defenders of the Second Amendment, is unable to make a well-reasoned, mature and thoughtful argument for why the nation shouldn’t ban

assault weapons and high capacity magazines. So instead, they descend like angry, spoiled children into vitriolic, rambling, incoherent rants and hatespeech that make most decent people recoil in disgust. As lawyers often say, “The more rage and emotion in the plaintiffs’ argument, the less of an actual legal case they have.”

To many people, this inappropriate extremism and terrorizing hate speech is Exhibit A in the court of public opinion as to why America needs common sense gun control. It’s the few extremists like that, who behave so badly and inappropriately, that make many of us a little more concerned for our own and our children’s safety. And yet, despite such understandable concerns, the overwhelming majority of Americans say – in poll after poll – that they don’t want to take away anyone’s legally obtained and properly used and stored guns. The only people who are claiming otherwise are extremists like your letter writer, the gun manufacturers and their paid mouthpieces, the NRA. It’s time for common sense, maturity and decency to step up and say no to extremism and yes to public safety.

G. Ward San Diego Send Letters to the Editor to Editor@MissionTimesCourier. com. Please include your name and address. Only your name and city will be published. We reserve the right to edit letters for style and consistency.

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MissionTimesCourier.com — February 22, 2013

SDSU receives $2.25M Sci-Fi collection

By David Rozul Science fiction rarities, pulps and manuscripts will soon fill the shelves of San Diego State University’s Love Library.

Edward Marsh, an Escondido man is donating a large portion of what has been called “one of the most significant collections of science fiction literature in

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Marsh attended SDSU for two semesters in 1969.

He said that he had a warm spot in his heart for the university and hopes this collection can inspire future writers.

“We need brilliant minds to be stimulated by the old brilliant minds and come up with new ideas,” Marsh said in an interview with SDSU. “Science fiction, points to the future and to the future direction for students and scientists.”

The donation allows students and researchers a rare glimpse into the minds of the “golden age” authors.

University officials have expressed excitement about the opportunity to study the first addition books against later additions, the evolution of the works, and the social and political events that influenced the authors.

Marsh explained that the root of his collecting began with L. Ron Hubbard.

“I started with Hubbard and found out more about the people associated with him,” Marsh said. “He helped along Heinlein, and Hubbard himself was helped by John Campbell at Street and Smith.”

Of his donation, Marsh hopes there are more science fiction writers that come of it.

He intends to donate more of the collection in the future.

“There was nothing I wanted more than to make sure this collection made it here and that it would continue to be shown to the public and be maintained in perpetuity.” Marsh said of SDSU. The works will be displayed in the Edward Marsh Golden Age of Science Fiction Room. After a couple months of cataloging the works the collection will be available to the public. ♦ David Rozul is currently an SDSU senior pursuing a degree in journalism with an emphasis in public relations.

San Carlos Friends of the Library

By Sue Hotz Log onto www.sancarlosfriendsofthelibrary.org for details about our branch’s activities. All programs are free and open to the public.

A big thank you to all who renewed your SCFOL membership – and an invitation to everyone else to join now!

WRITING for LITERACY ESSAY CONTEST: Our San Carlos winners are: 4th graders: Jacob Cogan, Avery Taller, and Gianna May from Benchley-Weinberger; Caroline Beail* and Emily Escalante from Dailard; Spencer Rose from Green Elementary. 8th graders: Isabelle Pinto* from Pershing; Anngely Leeds* from The Learning Choice Academy. 10th graders: Bailey Pinto* and Jacob King from PHHS; Anthony Leeds from The Learning Choice Academy. Those marked with an * will compete at the city-wide contest level.

All received awesome certificates presented by Jon Staab-area representative for Councilperson Scott Sherman, and $25 gift certificates to Barnes & Nobel from the Friends. Ninety-four area students submitted essays.

Congratulations to all.

GROUP ACTIVITIES: Include Yoga, Meditation and Monday Knitting or Beading classes. The Librarian’s Book Club selection for March is The Irregulars by Jennet Conan.

April’s selection is Twice Begun by Reina Menasche.

YOUTH: We have separate Story-times for Toddlers, Preschoolers, and K-3rd. KIDS: March13 at 2 p.m. – join Mr. Eric on a visit to the San Carlos Community Garden on Boulder Lake. TEENS: 2nd Wednesdays is “High School Hang-Out Nite.” Tutoring is available Wednesdays from 3 to 5 pm, and Wii Gaming from 3 to 4 p.m.

ART SHOW: Welcome to the SCFOL Board, our new Art Coordinator & local artist Barbara Stewart. March 5 to April 4, Darlene Watson’s watercolors will be displayed in the Community Room. Her artist reception is March 16, noon to 2 p.m.

PROGRAMS: March 29, 2 to 3 p.m., Gloria Harris, author of Women Trailblazers of California, will discuss the remarkable women who helped define California’s early history. Welcome to our new OASIS Coordinators Ruth George & Lorraine Strachota. Let them know what programs interest you.

On March 15 at 1:00, Colette Michelle & Donna Dotso tell us what to do when we suffer from “A Closet Full of Clothes and Nothing to Wear Syndrome.” Sign up with OASIS or at the library.

BOOK SALES: Proceeds support our library. Our next sales are March 2 and April 6. ♦

College-Rolando Friends of the Library College-Rolando Friends of the Library would like to invite you to be happy, healthy, and finished early with your taxes during the month of March!

TAX HELP: The AARPsponsored tax preparation assistance will continue every Tuesday and Thursday until April 15. To make an appointment or to find out more, please call (619) 564-6794.

OASIS: AGING AND MEMORY: Meets March 8 from 2 to 3 p.m.

ROAD SCHOLAR: The educational travel group for adults will be meeting on March 15 from 2 to 3 p.m.

KNIT WITS KNITTING CLUB: This club will no longer be meeting.

BOOK CLUB: March’s book is Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck.

Copies are available for checkout at the circulation desk. Our book discussion group meets March 9 at 10 a.m. in Seminar Room B. No registration or membership is required.

PRESCHOOL STORY TIME AND CHILDREN’S YOGA: Story Time takes place every Friday at 10 a.m. in the children’s area, followed by children’s yoga on the 1st and 3rd Fridays in the community room.

ZUMBA GOLD! LOW IMPACT FITNESS: Is held the first and third Saturdays at 9:45 a.m. in the community room.

ARYN’S FAMILY YOGA: Hatha yoga for adults is held the second and fifth Saturdays at 9:30 a.m.

No reservation is required. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat or a towel.

BOOK SALES: Every Tuesday from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. and every Saturday from noon to 2 p.m. Donations are welcome and can be dropped off at the front counter. ♦

MissionTimesCourier.com — February 22, 2013

Mission Trails Regional Park

By Jay Wilson, MTRP executive director Jody BonDurant-Strong has been volunteering at the Visitor Center for nearly three years. She offers some insight into an afternoon behind the counter: “I am usually here on Sunday afternoons. It is a very busy time with monthly art receptions in the Gallery and/or concerts in the Theater.

There are high school students from West Hills and Patrick Henry working class assignments.

You can tell if a student is working on an assignment due within a couple of days. Students panicking over their assignment ask loads of questions, and they are in a hurry.

Visitors are amazed that everything is free whether you are touring the Visitor Center or enjoying a hike on the 40 miles of trails.

They tell me they have come to reconnect with the park after 20 years. They are looking for an opportunity to re-experience nature; an opportunity they don’t have in the “cement jungle.”

They comment this is a great place to exercise without having to pay money to a gym. Where else can you experience nature in such a variety of ecosystems, right in your own backyard? The park is 20 minutes from downtown, yet you will not hear the sound of cars racing up a road. It is a great place to take photos at the Old Mission Dam across the San Diego River,

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enjoying any of the roughly 300 species of wildflowers that are beginning to bloom, or climbing to the top of Cowles Mountain for a breathtaking view of the park and much of San Diego County.

Some of you do have some interesting questions or comments: Why we did not remove the rocks from along the paths so you would not stumble or fall, or why can’t you take away the snakes?

The Visitor Center is also a unique venue for an evening event and fundraiser. We are looking forward to a ‘Taste of Navajo’ to support the Green Elementary Foundation on March 8 from 6 to 9 p.m. (tasteofnavajo.com.)

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College Area, from page 4 posed to provide enhanced accessibility to the various College Area communities and SDSU. These lanes are proposed to run on the north side of Montezuma from the existing bicycle/pedestrian overpass on Fairmount Avenue and I-8 up to 55th Street. Third, native and water-wise plantings are proposed to be installed along multiple points of the trail in order to create a more aesthetic access corridor for the community.

Fourth, various “art nooks” will be installed to feature art and/or sculpture. Fifth, existing bus stop locations along Montezuma are to be upgraded to include larger concrete pads that will facilitate new passenger shelters wherever feasible. Lastly to enhance overall public safety, we envision a designated turnout spot along Montezuma, approaching the Fairmont interchange for motor vehicles.

We understand our proposal is quite ambitious, and will require partnering with other citizens and local agencies that share our goals, including SDSU, the City of San Diego, CalTrans, SANDAG, and, of course, the residents in the College Area and adjacent communities that could connect to an improved and safer Montezuma Road. ♦

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BENJAMIN BRANCH FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY

College Area Businesses Honored Bistro Sixty, formerly known as San Diego Desserts, was named Business of the Year at the College Area’s Annual Business Mixer Jan. 24.

Members of the College Area community, including business owners, commercial and residential property owners, and residents get together annually to vote on the awards, which include Best Storefront Improvement, Best New Business (non-restaurant), Best New Restaurant, Best Community School and Business of the Year.

The awards reflect the best the College Area

has to offer, and features those businesses that have made a positive impact on the College Area Business District.

Bistro Sixty, located at El Cajon Boulevard and 60th Street, changed its moniker late 2012 to let the public know it serves more than just desserts.

After years of wholesale baked goods and catering, San Diego Desserts opened its doors four years ago and surprised guests of all ages with its delectable treats and savory dishes.

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Best Storefront Improvement Award 2012 went to Effin’s Pub & Grill. After years of being a part of the College Area, owner Zach Cotler has made some major improvements to the building Effin’s occupies. The old beige-tone colors made way for a striking red/ black and green/gold contrast reflecting both the Irish tradition that is Effin’s and the local support of San Diego State University.

Best New Restaurant went to Bridge Bar/ Grill/Bay. This local eatery opened in October 2012 by two northern Californians, Nathan Ford & Sal Palma. New to the restaurant scene, Ford and Palma seem to have a flare for business and a real feel for the College Area’s wants and desires. The relaxed atmosphere, mouthwatering menu, outdoor

dining and TV-covered wall space have made this new addition to the neighborhood a favorite of many.

Best New Business (non-restaurant) went to Jazzercise. Owner Liz Mataya, mother of five, says she never liked to work out until she tried Jazzercise. After working for years in the Fit With Jenny location (just down the street from the new Jazzercise location), Liz now has a crew and space of her own to help you “push your Body and find your beat”!

Best Community School went to Blessed Sacrament Parish School (BSPS). This is a coveted award for all the local elementary schools, of which there are six in the College Area alone.

BSPS has been a longtime tradition in the College Area, flaunting well-known local celebs like Phil Mickelson and Bill Walton. The school recognizes and celebrates diversity and shares their talents in support of one another, their parish, and their community. ♦

By Anne Lee February is the shortest month of the year, yet the calendar is packed with events. Chinese New Year was Feb. 10, Mardi Gras was the 12th, Valentine’s Day the 14th, and Presidents’ Day the 18th. Some of these dates have provided time away from work or school; others offered sales. A quick glance at any magazine, newspaper or TV ad showed many wonderful gifts or bargains. One gift that is always appreciated by all is the gift of time, and the price is perfect.

OASIS CLASSES The next class in the Friends’ sponsored class series was held Feb. 12. The presentation entitled “Aging and Memory” was given by Dr. Ramin Motarjemi from UCSD Senior Behavioral Medicine.

The last class will be offered March 12 from 1 to 3 p.m. The program is entitled, “Dynamic Duos of the Broadway Musical Stage: Rodgers & Hammerstein.” This should be a very interesting lighter program. To reserve seats, please call Oasis at (619) 574-0674.

ESSAY CONTEST The 16th Annual Writing for Literacy Essay Contest for 4th, 8th and 10th grade students is over; essays have been submitted and the judges have met and selected the top winners from each participating school – Hearst Elementary, Nazareth School and St. Therese Academy. All school teachers and principals have been notified. The FOL members will have a local celebration March 20 at the Benjamin Branch Library. Invitations will be sent. Congratulations to all winners! The winners will be reported in the March issue of this publication.

The Friends of the San Diego Public Library (FSDPL) are planning a Grand Prize Winners Ceremony May 2 at the Balboa Park Club. Invitations will be sent for this exciting event where the major prizes will be given. ♦

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Mission Trails, from page 9

Members of St. Therese Academy Brownie Troop 3879 sold cookies and collected donations for Operation Thin Mint outside the Albertsons Supermarket on Waring Road. From left to right: Barbie, Kayla, Samantha, Claire, Ava and Sophia.

Girl Scouts Send Cookies to Soldiers

By Josie Balkowski Girl Scout Cookie sales are almost over for 2013. The weekend of March 2 will be your last chance to stock up on your favorite flavor.

Each year, there are dozens of local businesses who invite Girl Scouts to set up booths outside their doors. These businesses are always a big part of Girl Scout Cookie success stories. Booth sales allow girls an opportunity to learn money management, decision making, goal setting, business ethics, and people skills­— all qualities of confident women of tomorrow. And this year is no different! On Feb. 10, St. Therese Academy Brownie Troop 3879 hosted a booth outside the Albertsons Supermarket on Waring Road.

The troop not only sold cookies, but collected donations for Operation Thin Mint (OTM).

Operation Thin Mint collects money to send boxes of Girl Scout Cookies to deployed service men and women around the globe. Last year, the Mission Trails Service Unit sent a total of 12,700 boxes of cookies to soldiers overseas.

This year you can help local scouts reach their new goal to send 1,000 boxes.

So whether you need to stock up on last minute cookies or want to make a donation to OTM, there’s still time left to find a cookie booth in your neighborhood before they disappear until 2014.

Need a reason to buy just one more box of cookies? Try making a batch of Thin Mint Brownies. Simply add one sleeve of crushed Thin Mints to one box of brownie mix and prepare as directed. Or put together mini trefoil cheesecakes in a flash with an instant cheesecake batter mix. Using a cupcake pan, place one Trefoil cookie at the bottom of each cupcake liner and fill with batter. Bake as directed for a yummy treat sure to delight.

But cookie sales are not all the Mission Trails Girl Scouts are up to this month!

On March 17, Girl Scouts and their special He’s (dads, grandpas, and uncles) will take to the Green Line Trolley and race around San Diego as part of the Mission Trails Amazing Race! Pairs will work as a

team to solve challenges along the various trolley stops and finish with a celebratory tailgate dinner at Qualcomm Stadium. Look for local scouts riding the trolley as they spend the day completing a truly Amazing Race.

Are you inspired by all the Girl Scout activities happening in Mission Trails lately?

Registration begins this spring for girls who will be in kindergarten through grade 12 as of September 2013.

Mission Trails always welcomes new, dedicated leaders to share scouting adventures with local girls. For more information on membership, email MTSUleaderTraining@ gmail.com. ♦

Mission Trails is a very satisfying place to volunteer; whether it is in the Visitor Center, as a member of the Park Patrol, on a Saturday morning to help maintain and/or enhance a trail, or as a Trail Guide taking visitors on a 90-minute walk out in the park. This is an inspiring time to take a hike, as the wildflowers are beginning to bloom throughout the park.”

Visitor Center Activities Photographer James Respess presents “Close to the Soil,” featuring 32 inspiring nature related photographs on display through March 8 in the gallery. Jim is interested in how we perceive things and how visual images can be made to embody not only the elements of perception but also such concepts as time and narrative. For this exhibition Jim depicts the landscapes without the obvious presence of humans but always

with the traces of the people who have tended the earth. He believes it is important to see ourselves as the legacy and inheritors are our ancestors.

From March 9 through April 5, you can enjoy the photography of Joan and Nancy Everds. They will host a reception on Sunday, March 10, from 1 to 4 p.m. in the gallery.

Our art classes for children 4 to 14 years old, with Nora Kearney-Johnson, are now scheduled for most Saturday’s through the rest of the year. Please check our home page and click on “Nature Studies” for more information and registration information.

The concert on March 17 features the San Diego Clarinet Quartet. All concerts are free and are always held in the Theater at 3 p.m. on the third Sunday of each month.

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By Aaron Hoskins The smell of freshly cut grass, the hum of dugout chatter and the beautiful arc of a baseballs sailing over the fence will mark the official beginning of the Allied Gardens Little League season.

More than 500 people will attend the Feb. 23 Opening Day event, including players from 5 to 12 years old, which will feature team photos, a home run derby and the first game of the season.

The festivities will also include a parade of all the players, mostly clad in Padres uniforms spanning the eras.

“It’s so cool to hear your name called out and run on the field for everyone to see,” said Tanner, a minors player, who will sport the Padres 1948 home uniform from when the team played in the Pacific Coast League.

The ceremonies come on the heels of a busy preseason that included countless practices, coaching and safety seminars, and a T-ball clinic.

“My favorite part was fielding grounders and

Wyatt from Allied Gardens Little League practices pitching skills.

playing with my friends,” said Wyatt, after participating in the Feb. 10 T-ball clinic.

Wyatt will play this season for manager Pete Famolaro, who is in his 15th year in the league.

“The young T-ballers learned a few baseball fundamentals and had great time doing so,” Famolaro said. “The league is glad to have so many new kids and families enthusiastic about Little League.”

Famolaro served as a coach for last year’s 9-10 All-Star team, which won the District 33 and Section

6 post-season tournaments, and placed third overall in the California Subdivision III tournament.

“These coaches and their players exemplify the volunteerism and community spirit that are at the heart of Allied Gardens Little League,” said David Graham, president of the league. “We’re working hard to make sure this is our best year yet. We want the kids to have fun and make great memories. At the same time, they will build the skills and character that will make them successful adults.” ♦

Tafelmusik presents House of Dreams Tafelmusik, Canada’s renowned and internationally lauded Baroque Orchestra, will perform House of Dreams, an original multimedia presentation which will include music by Vivaldi, Purcell, Telemann, Bach, Handel, Sweelinck, and Marais at Sherwood Auditorium in La Jolla March 9.

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by Tafelmusik’s principal bassist Alison Mackay, is directed by Tafelmusik’s longtime music director Jeanne Lamon and stage directed

by Marshall Pynkoski, who serves as Co-Artistic Director of Opera Atelier, with lighting

and sets by Glenn Davidson.

It is produced in collaboration with the Banff Center, one of Canada’s leading arts institutions, under the generous patronage of the Palais-Royal (Paris), and in partnership with the Handel House Museum (London), The Claudio Buziol Foundation (Venice), The Golden ABC (Delft), and the Bach Museum and Archive (Leipzig).

House of Dreams follows closely on the heels of Tafelmusik’s successful earlier multi-media presentation, the Galileo Project, inspired by the See tafelmusik page 23

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Tickets on sale for ‘Taste of Navajo’

THE FISH BUCKET Grill Need an excuse to schedule date night? Why not enjoy an evening of food and drink under the stars at the 2013 “Taste of Navajo” event, to be held 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, March 8 at the beautiful Mission Trails Regional Park Visitor and Interpretive Center.

At a cost of $30 each, or $50 for a pair, the tickets are now available online at www.tasteofnavajo.com.

Tickets will also be sold at the door.

Attendees will be able to enjoy “tastes” from neighborhood favorites including Nicolosi’s Italian Restaurant, McGregor’s Grill & Ale House, KnB Wine Cellars, Sei Sushi, Lisko Artisan Deli & Fish Market, Longhorn Café & Saloon, Bridges, Cowles Mountain Coffee, Orfila Vineyard and Winery, Golden Spoon, Mr. Chick, Bekker’s Catering, and Ahi Sushi & Grill. A cash bar for wine and beer will also be on site, with Stone and Ballast Point beers on tap.

“We’ve had a wonderful response from local businesses that want to introduce their cuisine to a wider audience,” said event chair Erin Liddell. “This will be a fun night out for everyone.”

Proceeds raised at the “Taste of Navajo” will benefit academic and athletic programs at Myron B. Green Elementary in San Diego’s San Carlos community. The nonprofit Green Elementary Foundation and major sponsors including Team Northcutt Realty Group are hosting the community event, which was previously known as the “Taste of San Carlos.”

With a larger venue and a broader geographical reach — the event celebrates the unique flavors of the Navajo community (Allied Gardens, Del Cerro, Grantville, San Carlos) and beyond — the event is expected to attract some 350 guests.

In addition to the many opportunities to sample local fare, guests can bid on silent auction items,

hear music, and learn about the night sky from an on-site astronomer and about the park itself from a volunteer ranger. Silent auction items include a patio set from Mission Hills Furniture, tickets to Padres games, Pampered Chef cookware, gift certificates to local restaurants and attractions, a golf package from Mission Trails Golf Course, and a limited edition giclee art piece from Chuck Jones Gallery called “Chez Bugs.” ♦ For more information, please see www.tasteofnavajo.com, or contact event chair Erin Liddell at erin@lje.com or (858) 692-9187.

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Del Cerro, from page 5

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City Ballet performs “Giselle” City Ballet of San Diego continues its twentieth season at its home theater, Spreckels Theatre, with one of the greatest Romantic ballets: “Giselle,” performed with full orchestra.

First presented by the Ballet du Théâtre de l’Académie Royale de Musique (Paris Opera Ballet) in Paris, France, on June 28, 1841, “Giselle” is the story of a peasant girl named Giselle who protects her lover from the vengeance of a group of evil female spirits, called the Wilis.

Inspired by a poem by Heinrich Heine, the libretto is by JulesHenri Vernoy de Saint-Georges and Théophile Gautier, with music by Adolphe Adam, and original choreography by Jean Coralli and Jules Perrot. In City Ballet’s production the choreography is by Elizabeth Wistrich after Marius Petipa’s 1884 revival for the Imperial Ballet (today known as the Kirov/ Maryinsky Ballet).

The title role of Giselle is one of the most sought-after in ballet, demanding both technical perfection and outstanding grace and lyricism, as well as great dramatic skill. In the

first act, Giselle has to convey the innocence and love of a country girl, and the heartbreak of being betrayed. In the second act she must seem otherworldly, yet loving. Some of the most accomplished dancers to perform this role include Anna Pavlova, Margot Fonteyn, and Gelsey Kirkland.

In City Ballet’s production the role of Giselle will be shared

by Ariana Samuelsson and Erica Alvarado.

Live musical accompaniment will be provided by the City Ballet Orchestra under the leadership of John Nettles, and costumes and scenery are courtesy of Sacramento Ballet.

Performances are March 8 at 8 p.m., March 9 at 8 p.m. and March 10 at 2 p.m. at Spreckels Theatre, 121 Broadway in downtown San Diego.

Tickets range from $29 to $69. Season ticket packages are 15 percent off regular price.

Students, seniors and military receive $5 discount. ♦ For tickets or more information call City Ballet’s Box Office, (858) 272-8663 or order online at www.cityballet.org.

the number of cars driving and/ or parking on the street, particularly on the Hearst-school side. A double yellow line was painted in an attempt to slow cars down, but it may have actually increased the speed according to one of the residents who was in our walking group.

The notice of Capt. Mills walking tour was posted on our website: delcerroactioncouncil. org. If you are signed up to receive updates, you were notified of this opportunity to meet and walk with the captain.

If you have police-related concerns involving Del Cerro, please email our Police Liaison Officer Holly Tafoya, or call her at Eastern Division at (858) 495.7971.

I recently met with Mike Marika, the City’s Park and Recreation Dept. Arborist, regarding the Ficus trees in front of playground at Princess Del Cerro Park. He agreed that installing 19-inch- deep root barriers would virtually eliminate the root problem for the next 20 years. That action, coupled with the sidewalk repair work the city is scheduled to do, should eliminate the safety hazards currently present. Michael McSweeney and I plan to submit a proposal from the DCAC regarding the installing the root barriers.

To say informed about Del Cerro, go to delcerroactioncouncil.org, and sign up to receive email notices about new information posted to the site. ♦

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St. Dunstan’s Holy Week Offerings

St. Dunstan’s is ramping up for Easter. If you are looking for different ways to take part in Holy Week, we have many different offerings for you.

We will have two services on Palm Sunday (March 24) at 8 and 10 a.m. You will want to bring your kids at 9 a.m. for crafts and pony rides. There will be a BBQ lunch following the 10 a.m. service. Children are welcome at all services and our nursery (for ages 0-3) will be available beginning at 7:45 a.m.

On Thursday, March 28, our Agape meal and foot washing will begin at 6 p.m. followed by our Maundy Thursday service at 7 p.m.

On Friday, March 29 (Good Friday) please join us for a special service of the Seven Last Words of Christ that will run from noon to 3 p.m. in 20-minute segments. Each segment – or word – will be a meditation from a member of the parish. Feel free to come in at any time and leave when necessary. We will also be having a traditional service at 7 p.m. that evening.

We will be holding our Easter Vigil to mark the end of Lent and the beginning of Easter on Saturday, March 30 at 8 p.m. This candlelight service is a beautiful way to celebrate the start of Easter.

On Easter Sunday (March 31) we will have services at 8 and 10 a.m. There will be no Sunday School or Children’s Chapel and children are welcome at both services to celebrate Easter with their families. Our nursery will be open to children ages 0 to 3 beginning at 7:45 a.m. There will be an Easter egg hunt on the front lawn for children through fifth grade following the 10 a.m. service.

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Fair, from page 1 year the stage has another great 100-percent-local musical line-up. Acts will include Victims of Authority, composed of four 11- and 12- year-olds who are influenced by rock legends such as ACDC and Aerosmith. NeveReady – also featuring a Rolando native, Jay Sanchioli on bass – is also sure to wow listeners. Locked out of Eden promises intriguing melodies and powerful poetic lyrics with roots in

Alternative and Metal.

Bringing the sunshine once again will be the amazing Quino from Big Mountain with his full band.

Wrapping up this rockin’ day will be the always funky Len Rainey and the Midnight Players.

Over 100 vendor booths and non-profit community organizations will participate with handmade items for sale, delicious food, and services to offer. There will also be a Kids’ Corner

with rides and activities. The annual spring event is free and attracts over 15,000 people. “It’s totally kid-friendly with rides, games and other attractions that make for a fun-filled day,” said Jeannine O’Clancy, longtime Rolando resident. “It’s also on a beautiful treelined street that just feels like Rolando.”

Visit and “like” the new Rolando Street Fair Facebook Page for updates on the event: www.facebook.com/ RolandoStreetFair2013.

Volunteers are still needed for the day of the Street Fair and to distribute advance flyers and posters in the neighborhood.

If you can assist in either activity, please contact Jerrett Emmerick at Rolandostreetfair@gmail. com or call (619) 987-8855.

This ambitious event depends upon support from the College Area Business District, College Neighborhoods Foundation, City of San Diego Commission for Arts & Culture, and Marti Emerald Councilmember for District 9, for all of which RCC is grateful.

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Malawi, from page 1 for teens in San Diego, because the 15-yearold Dilbeck will be on a Christian mission in the African country of Malawi.

Dilbeck will be fitting eyeglasses, providing basic first aid and sharing the Gospel with a team organized by Teen Missions International. The sixweek program will give Dilbeck her first real experience in mission work, something she is considering as a career.

“Glasses seem so practical to everyone here, but when you go to Africa, people don’t have that,” said Dilbeck, a freshman at River Valley Charter School.

Eyeglasses happen to symbolize the “eye-opening” experience Dilbeck hopes to gain. They also serve as a metaphor for what Dilbeck sees as her mission to “open their eyes to the Lord,” she said.

Malawi is a sliver of a country in southeast Africa, with a population of about 19 million and a land area slightly smaller than that of Pennsylvania. It is surrounded by Mozambique, Zambia and Tanzania.

Malawi’s people suffer from a high rate of HIV and AIDS. Only about 34 percent of the population is over the age of 24, according to U.S. Central Intelligence Agency figures.

The teen missionaries do not get special treatment in Malawi. They sleep in tents, filter their own water and have no access to electronics other than their digital cameras. No cell phones. No iPods. No laptops. No internet.

To prepare herself, Dilbeck said she is already working on changing her mindset.

“I used to shop a lot at the mall, and I kind of cut myself off from that, because I’m not going to have that there, and I really don’t need all that I’m buying,” she said. “Now I’m trying to stick with, ‘I only should want what I need.’”

Dilbeck will spend the first two weeks of her trip training at a missionary “boot camp” in Florida, where she will live in conditions simulating life in Africa, including bathing and doing laundry from a bucket.

“We want them to go through their culture shock here in the states, so that when they get there, they’re ready to go,” said Beth Kostner, registration coordinator for Teen Missions International.

At boot camp, the teens learn the basics of first aid and eyeglass fitting. They also learn teaching techniques, such as puppets and music, to use with children.

“It’s great for anybody to see a different culture and learn how to interact with that culture but not be offensive about it,” Kostner said.

It is not uncommon for teens to go on missions, but they usually join a trip organized by the church or their families, said Seth Clark, worship and outreach pastor at Lake Murray Community Church.

“What’s so unique with Danya from my perspective is this is pretty much all her own initiative,” Clark said. “I’ve never seen someone that young do the research and figure out, ‘This is what I want to do with my summer.’”

Dilbeck’s decision to make a mission trip this summer was inspired in part by her grandmother, who is a retired missionary. Dilbeck said she hopes the trip will give her a better sense of whether mission work is what she wants to do with her life.

Regardless of her eventual career plans, Clark said Dilbeck is likely to return to San Diego with a deepened sense of gratitude and a broader understanding of Christianity.

As for her health and safety, Danya said her dad is more worried than her mom.

“It is scary, but she’s an old soul, and I have every bit of confidence that she’s going to get this experience that’s going to help make her a better teenager,” said Danya’s mom, Leslie Dilbeck.

The trip is not cheap.

Dilbeck has to pay a $5,000 program fee to Teen Missions International. The fee covers roundtrip international airfare, food, ground transportation in Africa, and boot camp souvenirs like T-shirts and water bottles, said Kostner, the Teen Missions International staffer. The fee also helps Teen Missions International bring Malawian teenagers to the United States for missionary training. None of the money pays anyone’s salaries, Kostner said.

“All staff raise their own support, just like the teenagers,” she said.

Dilbeck said she has raised about 20 percent of her goal. She hopes to raise the rest with a garage sale, odd jobs and the help of her friends. ♦

MissionTimesCourier.com — February 22, 2013

Hadassah continues founder’s vision

Hadassah, the Women’s Zionist Organization of America, was founded by Henrietta Szold in 1912. Like others of her generation, Szold’s existence was shaped – and framed – by war. Born in 1860, she entered the world on the eve of the Civil War. Eighty-five years later, in February of 1945, in the waning days of World War II – she died.

Perhaps it was this shadow of history that colored her life – or perhaps it was simply her God-given nature. But either way, Szold was born a fighter.

She dedicated her life to fighting ignorance, injustice, anti-Semitism, and disease, and she never stopped fighting the fears and hatreds that divide people and nations. She fought with all her strength to build a better world.

Her parents were largely responsible for what was to become her fearless passion and commitment; her father believed there was nothing a man could do that a woman couldn’t do as well.

It was Szold who put her education to the test. Her confidence, ability, and drive landed her a position as the first female editor of the Jewish Publication Society, then the premiere publisher of Jewish liturgical and secular texts.

Szold pursued other worthy things – pursuits that would transform people’s lives for the better, and help repair the world. In Baltimore, Md., she saw the suffering of Jewish immigrants who came to this country from Russia and Eastern Europe; she witnessed the advantages enjoyed by those immigrants who had learned to speak English. Szold decided to help by organizing English language and American citizenship night classes.

Her model of nighttime ESL schools continues to this day.

The Founding of Hadassah In 1909 Szold and her mother took a trip to prestate Israel where they witnessed the starvation and disease that afflicted the people of the region. Upon her return to the United States, she soon founded Hadassah, a volunteer women’s organization with the biblical mission of Aruhat Bat Ami: the Healing of the Daughter of my People.

Szold’s new organization’s first mission was to send two nurses to Palestine to provide pasteurized milk to infants and new mothers, and to eradicate trachoma, an easily cured eye disease, that was robbing thousands of sight.

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Jammin’ on International Women’s Day Women who love to sing, dance, and play are invited to an afternoon and evening of musical activities at Unity San Diego March 9. Workshops run from 2 to 4:30 p.m., followed by a dance from 4:45 to 5:45 p.m., a potluck at 6 p.m. and a concert at 7:30 p.m.

Festivities will be hosted by singer-songwriter Judy Fjell and San Diego author Dr. Carolle Jean-Murat. Singersongwriters Lisa Sanders and Peggy Watson, and the local band The Trouble Clefs are also featured performers.

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Over the past ten years, Wild Jammin’ Women has hosted several weekend retreats, workshops and concerts under the leadership of Judy Fjell and the late Masa Goetz, who was known as “The Queen Bee.” At Goetz’s memorial concert last September, many of the women who had enjoyed the camaraderie of those events decided to continue the fun on International Women’s Day in 2013.

Singer-songwriter Judy Fjell will teach healthy vocal production and women-affirming

songs at the vocal workshop, followed by a jam session, in which instruments and singers of all kinds and abilities are welcome. After the workshops, Jean-Murat, author, physician, and spirited instigator, will get everyone on their feet to dance with The Trouble Clefs. ♦ All events will be held at Unity San Diego, 3770 Altadena Ave. For more information about the celebration, please see www.wildjamminwomen.com or contact Carolyn Lebo at (760) 310-7417 or clebo2002@roadrunner.com.

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St. Therese Academy St. Therese Academy started off the month of February with a school “Sock Hop.” Inspired by classic rock ‘n’ roll tunes as well as a few current hits, students and parents alike danced and hula-hooped the night away while delighting in pizza, hot dogs and root beer floats.

Many thanks to Jennifer Foo and her team of volunteers who helped make this annual event such a huge success. The event concluded Catholic Schools Week, a weeklong celebration of school spirit and student and family camaraderie.

Several other fun happenings were held during the school day that same week, including a multi-cultural lunch experience (coordinated

by Claudia Halley) and a student vs. teacher’s volleyball game. Evening outings included a family rolling skate night and a dine-out fundraiser at Island’s Restaurant.

On Feb. 21, the academy held its annual school open house and pasta dinner fundraiser for its 8th grad-

ers. Donned in traditional black pants, white shirts and red scarves, the 8th-grade waiting staff served academy families a delectable Italian meal consisting of flavorful pasta, salad, garlic bread and dessert. Guests were also invited to peruse the junior high science fair projects that students had worked on for the past several weeks set up adjacently to diners.

Classrooms were open and available so parents could view student projects and works. It was a fun and enjoyable evening for everyone!

Save the date for our annual dinner dance/auction: March 16. This year’s theme is “PROM Forever Young,” and whether you attended your prom the first time around (or not), get ready to do it up right this time! Pick your decade and come join us for a night of nostalgic fun! For ticket information or to make a donation to this great fun-filled event, please contact Teresa at Teresa.Wilkinson@CH2M.com.

Allied Gardens, from page 3 championed our community is outgoing AGCC President Marilyn Reed.

Marilyn has worked tirelessly for more than a decade, the last four as President of the AGCC, to preserve neighborhood character and ensure our collective quality of life. She’s managed petition drives, testified before the San Diego City Council and Planning Commission and played an important role to ensure development mirrors community intent.

Most of it has been thankless, but nonetheless Marilyn has made it better.

So when you see Marilyn out and about, join me in thanking her for her leadership.

Earlier this month, AGCC recruited six new directors. They include Cindy Martin, Dale Peterson, Ralph and Shirley Richardson, John Diehl and Alex Zubek. They join the ranks with longstanding directors Sherry Kelly, Chuck Little, Charles Sachse, Julie Stollenwerk and Betty Torre. Our executive team includes vice president Marilyn Reed, secretary Terri Lattman, and treasurer John Kunkel.

Collectively, the board of directors has hundreds of years of experience serving our community as volunteers. I look forward to working with them to guide our future.

Mark your calendar. The 2013 15th annual Allied Gardens Springfest will be held May 17 and 18 in Allied Gardens Park.

The annual event will include a parade and the carnival, complete with pony rides, inflatables, a rock climbing wall and dunk tank. Booths featuring displays by local civic and commercial groups will be offered and mouthwatering food will be available to satisfy your hunger.

At our next AGCC board of directors meeting March 4, I will present a vision for AGCC’s future in a “State of the Community” report.

My focus over the course of the next year will be to expand our membership.

In the past, much of the heavy lifting has been done by our older neighbors who have always been there when we’ve need them. This presents an opportunity to engage the next generation to join with the greatest generation in civic engagement and neighborhood pride.

We are in the process

of revamping our website and community-based newsletter to make it more engaging and interactive. In order to be effective community advocates we must reach out and broaden our base of support.

Not only do we need the support of our neighbors, we must reach out to our neighborhood businesses. AGCC will promote “community” not only as a place to live, but also a place to shop and do business.

One local business that I’d like to highlight this month is Ideal Plumbing on Waring Road. Ideal Plumbing has been a wonderful business friend to Allied Gardens and Grantville since 1960.

From the most complex installation to routine service and maintenance, Ideal has the tools, people, and products to provide a quality job that fits your lifestyle and budget.

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Pershing News The Pershing Middle School community would like to extend a warm welcome to our new principal, Mrs. Susan Levy. She is familiar with Pershing Middle School. Her daughter and nephews have attended Pershing in the past. She has only been at Pershing for a week, but she said it already feels like home.

Spelling Bee at Pershing Pershing held its annual Spelling Bee Feb. 4. Out of the selected participants, three of our students buzzed ahead in the competition. Josh Leon was the 6th-grade winner, Beau Studley was the 7th-grade winner, and last but not least, Isabelle Pinto won for the 8th grade. Isabelle was the overall winner and will represent Pershing in the county Spelling Bee. A hearty thank you goes out to all the participants who helped to make this a wonderful event, and special congratulations to our winners!

Open House Pershing Middle School

also held a very joyous and highly successful Open House on the same day.

Parents enjoyed visiting the auditorium, which exhibited the exciting and interesting 8th-grade science exhibitions. The enthusiastic 6th- and 7th-graders directed their parents to their classes to meet teachers and show off projects that they have been working on during first semester. Mrs. Zeman had her own students present their special programs in the band room. Mrs. Miller’s students proudly presented their work by doing their own drama presentation. The Digital Literacy Department is extremely proud of the achievements of their students and thrilled to show broadcasts of Student Voice productions highlighting school activities.

This event also allowed parents to meet fellow parents and students, while also show casing the excellent job Pershing teachers are doing by preparing their students for successful futures. ♦

NCRWF speaker to address Sharia Law

By Judy McCarty Dan Lanborn, chief deputy district attorney of San Diego, will discuss Sharia Law at the March 12 luncheon meeting of Navajo Canyon Republican Women at The Brigantine in La Mesa. Sharia, the sacred law of Islam to which all Muslims must adhere, controls both civil and criminal justice as well as regulates individual conduct, both personal and moral. Since Sharia Law is difficult, if not impossible to reconcile with the fundamental principles of democracy, we believe it is imperative that citizens be informed of the growing influence of Sharia Law in the United States. Check-in time is 10:45 a.m. for the 11 a.m. meeting. Cost of the full-course luncheon is $20, and reservations are required. RSVP to ncrwf99@gmail.com or

call (619) 448-6054.

Our membership drive for the new year continues, with dues at $35.

Come to the meeting or contact Elaine Fein at ekzr@att.net or at (619) 466-3346. Visit our website, NavajoCanyonRWF. org, for more information.

Downtown Republican Women, our exciting new satellite club, will feature District Attorney Bonnie Dumanis at our first meeting, Thursday, March 21, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at The Athens Market at First and F streets. Their regular hors d’oeuvres buffet will be served at $15. There will be a nohost bar. Our mission is to provide provocative speakers in a congenial environment for downtown area Republicans. For more information contact dmcrsd@gmail.com. Please RSVP by March 19. ♦

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Plaza de Panama Project Canceled

By Pam Crooks

Having spent the last 35 years working in, volunteering for and writing about Balboa Park, I followed the development of the Jacobs’ Plan for the Plaza de Panama with great interest. Weighing the pros and the cons of the plan, I ultimately decided the Jacobs Plan merited support for a reason not usually discussed: the return of the Plaza de California to a pedestrian plaza. Almost all of the media coverage has been focused on the removal of cars from Plaza de Panama, which nearly everyone supports.

In theory, the 1989 Master Plan for the Plaza de Panama, which SOHO prefers, would accomplish this. But not really, because a line of twoway traffic would continue streaming across the Cabrillo Bridge, through the Plaza de California heading south along the western edge of the Plaza de Panama in front of the Mingei International Museum. Disabled parking would remain here, as well as a pedestrian drop off (and most likely a valet parking station). Cars would remain a major impediment to the enjoyment of this stunning area known as the Plaza de Panama. But in my view there is something even sadder than that.

I have given dozens of guided walks through the Park over the years, and I cringe every time I carefully lead a group from the Plaza de Panama to stand in the space across the Plaza de California

from the historic façade of the California Building (better known today as the California Tower/Museum of Man).

Here is the original building designed by Bertram Goodhue to be the iconic structure of the imaginary Spanish Colonial “city” we know and love today; on its elaborately sculptured façade is statuary depicting the history of California (as celebrated in the early 1900s), crafted by the Picirilli brothers who created the Lincoln Memorial in Washington. Here is the Plaza where Franklin Roosevelt was welcomed to the 1935 California Pacific International Exposition in October 1935.

As I tell my group about the historic nature of the structure and plaza in front of them, I see visitors from

all over the world gazing up, holding up of a cell phone to take a photo or looking through a lens finder at one of only five original buildings left from the 1915 PanamaCalifornia Exposition. These are individual visitors, not on a guided tour, taking chances with the traffic, dashing across the road to get a better angle. I see distracted drivers, also trying to catch a glimpse of the façade of the building as they whiz through the Plaza.

Therefore continuing to support the use of this area as a thoroughfare for cars, strikes me as not only short-sighted, but also as an accident waiting to happen.

This community will lose, if we do not completely remove cars, not just from the Plaza de Panama, but also from the Plaza de California. ♦ Pam Crooks worked for 20 years at the Reuben H. Fleet Science Center, is the author of Discover Balboa Park, 1st and 2nd editions, as well as A Walk in Balboa Park, SelfGuided Walking Tours # 1 & #2. Over the years she has also served as board member and president of Balboa Park Central (formerly the House of Hospitality Assn.), a volunteer at the Balboa Park Visitor Center and a member of the Balboa Park Trust Advisory Committee of the San Diego Foundation.

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Lake Murray, from page 4 Jack. Tori has a horse I assume she boards. She is passionate about her horse and rides whenever she has a chance.

Kim pretends to be snarky to Nolan – I like that. Nolan seems sweet, but both are funny and like to goad each other.

Kim lives somewhere near the coast and has two children she dotes on. She mentioned she needed to go to Lake Murray to check it out and Nolan told her not to go in the afternoon when it is crowded. That is kind of a “duh.”

The threesome gets along well and one can tell they really care for each other. They are very busy and go to all kinds of events. I thought about inviting them to our “I Love a Clean San Diego” on International Coastal Cleanup Day, but didn’t.

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NCPI, from page 1 one of the reasons why we need a CUP,” replied Adams.

Adams said conversion of the site for convenience store retail use will not be extensive.

“What we’re doing is pretty much cosmetic on the outside,” he said. “It’s not near residential, for the most part it is in a highly commercial area.”

The floor plan for the new 7-Eleven will have “a more modern look,” said Adams, adding the convenience store will sell “fresh produce and local-sourced goods.”

The attorney said the new 7-Eleven is likely to start out corporate-owned but be franchised out relatively quickly. Adams said a CUP has already been applied for with the city, and that 7-Eleven is expecting to hear back from authorities soon. Once that is accomplished, he said 7-Eleven will return to the advisory group with conditions required by the city on the issuance of the permit.

Adams added alcohol sales are to be in packages only, and that single-container beer and fortified wines will not be sold.

Acting NCPI chair Anthony Wagner applauded that decision.

“Single-container sales have proven to be the biggest contributor to alcohol nuisance problems,” Wagner said. “We have an Alcohol Licensing Subcommittee.

We welcome the opportunity to work with you to provide conditions to help curb alcohol nuisance activities and preserve community character.”

In other NCPI news, board member Dan Smith exhorted his colleagues to get involved in Community Planners Committee (CPC) activities, noting the organization is spearheading public input, particularly on infrastructure-related issues, in the new Filner mayoral administration.

CPC meetings provide a forum for various city planning groups to discuss citywide planning issues.

Meetings often include presentations by City Planning Division staff and other speakers on topics of interest, while providing an opportunity for planners to network with other community leaders and discuss important policy or development issues.

Smith, the group’s representative on the CPC committee, said the committee is becoming a

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powerful liaison between the community and the city administration, adding NCPI ought to be more involved, and better represented, to have its voice heard by the committee and the city.

“If we don’t show up, we’re not going to get what we want, bottom line,” Smith said.

Smith’s suggestion persuaded the group to decide to have at least one other additional NCPI board member, on a rotating basis, attend monthly CPC committee meetings.

Due to the President’s Day holiday, NCPI’s next meeting will be Monday, Feb. 25 at 7 p.m at Zion Avenue Community Church, 4880 Zion Ave. The agenda will include a city staff report on Grantville flooding issues, as well as a city staff presentation on the New College Ranch Hydro Pump Station. ♦

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MissionTimesCourier.com — February 22, 2013

Senior Cats – What You Should Know

By Sari Reis Like people, cats experience aging on an individual basis. Many cats run into age-related issues between 7 and 10 years old, while most experience these changes by the time they are 12. That said, I have cared for felines in their late teens and early 20s that are medication-free and still behave like kittens. As in humans, aging is a natural but complex process and also like humans, most of the conditions that present themselves are controllable.

The potential conditions that can occur as your feline companion ages are important for you to be aware of so they can be managed when, and if, your kitty encounters them.

One of the preliminary changes that can occur in an aging cat is a compromised immune system.

Dehydration, which is a concern for cats at any

age, becomes a greater concern in aging cats. If combined with decreased blood circulation and a diminished immune system, the possibility of liver, kidney and heart complications is greatly enhanced.

Diminished blood flow can also cause feline skin to become thinner and less elastic, rendering the cat more prone to infection. As many older cats can become less efficient as self-groomers, the result can be fur that becomes matted causing skin odor, inflammation, and often discomfort.

Another concern in aging cats is senility, which often displays by a kitty wandering, meowing excessively, and appearing disoriented. They may try to avoid human contact. As with aging humans, they may experience hearing loss as well as changes in vision. One of the most common ailments with older cats is dental disease.

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Kidney failure is also very widespread in older cats but if diagnosed early, it can be easily managed.

Other conditions diagnosed in senior felines are hyperthyroidism, high blood pressure, diabetes, inflammatory bowel disease and cancer.

Although many of the changes your cat exhibits are part of the normal aging process, it is important to have your veterinarian examine him at least once a year. In most cases, early detection of a problem makes it more easily treatable and manageable and will ensure your older cat is not experiencing any unnecessary pain.

To keep your kitty companion healthy longer, check him over yourself by regularly examining his ears, fur, teeth, skin and checking for lumps and bumps. Brush him daily and give him the highest quality food you can afford.

Fresh water daily is a must as is a clean litter box, exercise and lots of love and playtime. You will be amazed at how that can add quality years to his life and yours. ♦ Sari Reis is a Certified Humane Education Specialist and the owner of Mission Valley Pet Sitting Services. For more information you can contact her at (760) 644-0289 or www.missionvalleypetsitting.com.

Hadassah, from page 17 By 1918, Hadassah had sent an entire medical unit, composed of 45 doctors, nurses, dentists and sanitary workers, to bring American-style medical care to serve all, regardless of race, creed, or ethnicity.

From these early efforts developed the beginning of the Israeli healthcare system, which today includes some of the world’s leading research and treatment hospitals, and schools of medicine and nursing.

Of course, as history marches on, so does human tragedy. By the mid1930s, it had become clear – to those who chose to see clearly – that Jewish children needed to be saved from a Europe that was rapidly darkening with anti-Semitic and Nazi threats and actions.

Today at 100 years old, with 300,000 members, Hadassah is the largest Jewish organization in America, and one of the largest women’s volunteer organizations in the world.

As early as 1942, the U.S. State Department named Hadassah as one of the five largest contributors to overseas relief. During World War II, Hadassah chapters around the country sold a total of $200 million in war bonds. For our efforts, we were rewarded with 100 U.S. Air Force bombers, each bearing the name of a Hadassah chapter.

Since our inception we’ve taken firm advocacy positions on First Amendment issues, public health, support of Israel, and a vast array of social concerns, including immigration and voting rights.

In recent years we’ve spoken out passionately

in favor of federal and state funding for stem cell research, and have advocated strongly for legislation that supports medical privacy and freedom from genetic discrimination by insurance companies and employers.

With members in every U.S. Congressional district, we are a powerful grassroots voice for change.

Hadassah founded, owns and supports two world-class medical centers in greater Jerusalem, and are rapidly expanding their campuses and facilities. We’re concluding a $210-million capital campaign for the Sarah Wetsman Davidson Tower at Hadassah Medical Center, Ein Kerem, Jerusalem.

Over the years, we have expanded our Israeli projects to include Hadassah Academic College, one of Israel’s top-ranked smaller colleges…three Hadassah Youth Aliyah villages, where we house, feed, educate and nurture young immigrants and Israel’s underprivileged youth…and we run Israel’s largest touring and residency program for American Jewish youth through Young Judaea, our Zionist youth movement.

We also support major reforestation and water conservation programs to protect Israel’s precious natural resources.

All this – and so much more – started with the vision of one woman: Henrietta Szold. ♦ - Courtesy of Hadassah If you are interested in attending one of our Hadassah Groups for a meeting, or if you would like to have one of our members make a presentation at your club or gathering, or if you are just interested in learning more about our organization, please contact sandiegoarc@ hadassahsc.org.

MissionTimesCourier.com — February 22, 2013

Experience spring in action

By Audrey F. Baker, MTRP Trail Guide Treat yourself to a unique experience filled with the sights, sounds and textures of spring in nature. Whether you find yourself “hugging the hillsides” on our Rim Trail, or strolling the V.C. Loop, you’ll journey through changing habitats and encounter fascinating spring flora. A visit to the Kumeyaay Lake area could yield a sighting of that grassland gypsy, the coyote, or hawks performing spring arial rituals.

Our trail guide-led walks are an opportunity to commune with nature, enjoy chance encounters with wildlife, bird species, and other natural wonders.

Unique landscapes and habitats enliven local history and support abundant plant and animal life. The walks are free, interesting, fact-filled and geared to all ages and interests.

Morning walks are offered every Saturday, Sunday and Wednesday from 9:30 to 11 a.m.

You’ll start from the Visitor and Interpretive Center, One Father Junipero Serra Trail, San Carlos The walk beginning from the Kumeyaay Lake Campground Entry Station, Two Father Junipero Serra Trail, at the San Carlos-Santee border, gives a different perspective of the park and its diverse habitats. These walks are offered from 8:30 to 10 a.m. on the second and fourth Saturdays of the month, and take in historic Old Mission Dam. Wildlife Tracking (8:30-10:30 a.m.) employs classic techniques of both trackers of olde California and modern enthusiasts.

Tracking team members aid you identification and interpretation of animal signs, and give insights into critter habits. On Saturday, March 2, meet in front of the Visitor Center.

March Discovery Table presents “Animal Skulls!” inside the Visitor Center (10 a.m. to 1 p.m.) on Saturday, March 9. Take a close-up look and learn how skull features give clues to animal lifestyles, and get “the facts” on MTRP’s lions, coyotes, bobcats, and more.

Owl Prowl with Birder/ Trail Guide Jeanne Raimond is a two-hour night-time adventure in search of owls and other nocturnal critters. The group is limited to 40 total participants, with advance sign up at (619) 668-3281.

Bring jacket and flashlight.

We meet March 9 at 5:30 p.m. at the dirt lot, Bushy Hill Drive and Two Father Junipero Serra Trail,

Mission Trails Regional Park, Santee.

March Star Party Marvels! MTRP Star Gazer-host George Varga expects minimal light pollution from the moon, improving your viewing of many open clusters in Auriga, Gemini and Canis Major, and the Orion Nebula. Meet us March 9 from 6 and 9 p.m. at the far end of the Kumeyaay Campground Day Use Parking Lot, Two Father Junipero Serra Trail, Santee.

Bird Lake Murray and search amid scenic environs for migratory and resident water birds and their land-loving kin.

Birding Guide Jeanne Raimond recommends binoculars and bird book. On Saturday, March 16, meet at 8 a.m. on the east side of lake, in parking lot off Kiowa Drive, San Carlos for this two-hour outing.

Family Discovery Walk, our active and essential outdoor experience for parents and their children, invites you to bring “The Fam” and delve into nature. You’ll enjoy quality time exploring the trail to the Kumeyaay grinding rocks site. Meet inside the Visitor Center.

See you from 3 to 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, March 24.

Birding Basics teaches five simple techniques to identify birds “at a glance.”

The 90-minute presentation with MTRP Resident Birder Winona Sollock also offers tips on field guide use.

(Bringing one is optional.)

Class is conducted inside the Visitor Center, Saturday March 30, 1 to 2:30 p.m.

Meanwhile, come out and enjoy the park! ♦

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CYC dreams a dream

Victor Hugo would be proud – first a published novel, then Broadway, an Oscarnominated film and now the California Youth Conservatory theatre (CYC).

CYC is holding auditions for performers of all ages and ethnicities for the first San Diego production of Les Misérables, based on Hugo’s classic novel.

The production will be at the popular Lyceum Theatre June 7-23. This year CYC is excited to have the help of accomplished performer Thomas O’Leary, who played the title role in The Phantom of the Opera on Broadway for more than 1,000 performances. O’Leary also played in the first national tour of Les Misérables, and is eager to bring his experience to bear on behalf of CYC Theatre.

The CYC production will not be the “school edition” version CYC staged in the past but rather the full-score, unrestricted version of the iconic musical. The rights to the full version have been unavailable to local companies until recently, and CYC will be the first group in San Diego to bring this show to the local stage.

Auditions are March 7 and 8 from 5 to 9 p.m. at the CYC Theatre Studio, 11722 Sorrento Valley Road, Suite E, San Diego. Tuition for the production is $275, but need-based scholarships are available. ♦ Schedule auditions online at www.cyctheatre.com or call (619) 944-7574.

Tafelmusik, from page 12 2009-10 global commemoration of the 400th anniversary of Galileo’s development of his astronomical telescope.

While the Galileo Project celebrated the fusion of arts and science, House of Dreams illustrates the intersection between Baroque music and art in the domestic sphere through an exploration of period homes in five European cities. During the Baroque period, each of the chosen houses contained artwork by the most famed artists of the day and hosted concerts featuring works by the Baroque period’s most celebrated composers, emphasizing the symbiotic

relationship between audio and visual art. Designed by Raha Javanfar, 16-by-16-foot projections of paintings by European masters and photographs taken in and around the historical houses are accompanied by stage direction and narration, as the audience is transported by the music that graced these homes in the distant past.

“Sometimes the combination of incredible music and beautiful images is more than the sum of its parts.

It can have an emotional impact that can be very strong,” said Mackay. ♦ Sherwood Auditorium is at 700 Prospect St. in La Jolla.

For more information, visit ljms.org.

Visit www.mtrp.org for more information and our events calendar, or call (619) 668-3281. Special walks can be arranged for any club, group, business or school by contacting ranger Heidi Gutknecht at (619) 668-3279 or at hgutknecht@mtrp.org.

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MissionTimesCourier.com — February 22, 2013