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Movies in the Park return to the Allied Gardens Community Park in August.
Volume XVII – Number VIII
Public Tours To Be Offered Through Summer 2012
Fundraising Success Brings Playground Groundbreaking Closer To Reality
Lake Murray Playground Project up to $133K
Movies in the Park!
Fletcher Hills
Future Of Water On Display At City’s Water Purification Demonstration Project
Marti Emerald Councilperson Marti Emerald has a personal message for her constituents
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“When is the playground going to be built?” This is the question most often asked of Tracy Dahlkamp, chair of the Lake Murray Playground Project. “With recent community fundraising successes bringing total to $133,000, we are sure to break ground near the end of 2011,” Dahlkamp said. Since May, the Playground Project’s final ‘Sprint to the Finish’ community campaign has brought in over $30,000, including a $15,000 “Let’s Play” grant awarded from Dr. Pepper Snapple KaBoom and $7,500 from Green Elementary teachers, neighborhood fliers, playground equipment sponsors, paver orders and community donations.
By Marsi A. Steirer Water Purification Demonstration Project Director, City of San Diego, Public Utilities Department The City of San Diego opens the doors this summer to a facility that is testing whether it could provide a new local source of water for San Diego. Located in northern San Diego, the Advanced Water Purification Facility is a small-scale, state-of-the-art water purification facility that purifies one million gallons of recycled water every day to a level similar to distilled water quality. The facility is one component of the City’s Water Purification Demonstration Project that is examining the safety and cost of purifying recycled water. If this project is approved to go full-scale, the
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Navajo Community Planners, Inc. Sees Leadership Change Special Election Will Be Held To Fill Vacancies By Stephen M. Haase, Past President
Ask the Cop
Barking dogs got you frazzled? Who do you call? Officer Zwibel answers our readers questions.
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Stephen M. Haase
It has been my great pleasure and privilege to serve on the Navajo Community Planners Inc. (NCPI) over the past three years. NCPI is the local planning group composed of residents, business and property owners (or their designee) which review projects proposed for the Navajo area. After reviewing each project, a recommendation as to whether the project should be approved is sent to the City of San Diego Planning Department. here are four elected representatives from each of the Navajo communities: Allied Gardens, Grantville, San Carlos and Del Cerro. NCPI is actively involved with the Grantville Redevelopment Project. As a result of the planning for the Grantville area, NCPI will establish a parks subcommittee See HAASE, page 5
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Three years ago, Jeremy Poincenot was enjoying his first year at San Diego State University. He had moved into his fraternity house, was enjoying an avid golf hobby, and was quickly earning his degree in International Business. Life was easy– then he lost his sight. In the course of two months, Jeremy lost his ability to drive a car, read without assistance, and easily identify faces. Simply attending class became an extraordinarily difficult task. After Je copious amounts of tests, Jeremy was diagnosed with Leber’s de remy Poincenot recentl fy a ra y rod Hereditary Optic Neuropathy (LHON), a rare and untreatable and SD re disease that has tak e 240 miles from Santa SU studen Barbara to en away h is eyesigh t refuses San Diego disease that leads to the loss of one’s central vision. On the to let blin t. The worl to dness tak d golf cha e mpion a way his a border of giving up and dropping out of school, life seemed bleak for spirations . the 19-year-old college student. Three years have passed, and today Jeremy gets home from a 3rd annual 240-mile bicycle ride from Santa Barbara to San Diego called the C.U.R.E. (Cycling Under Reduced Eyesight) Ride. Jeremy and friend Mark Prophet created the ride three years ago in an attempt to defy the rare disease that ails Jeremy and raise awareness to the hunt for its cure. Jeremy rides on the back of a tandem bike, piloted by Mark. In the three years since the ride has been in existence, it has grown from a group of four close friends riding down the coast of Southern California to a team of fifteen riders, including an additional rider with LHON, Andrew Burr, and three support drivers. Together they have raised over $50,000 for research on finding a cure for LHON. See BIKER, page 1
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(left) New sign markers enable distressed hikers to report their precise location in Mission Trails Regional Park. (above) Copter One was among the first responders who participated in the Jul. 14 rescue drill. -Photos courtesy of San Diego-Fire Rescue
Friends of Lake Murray
By Barbara Cleves Anderson Yikes. It is hot and humid. The good news is that early risers are seeing friends that we don’t see when the weather is cooler. Runners in particular try to beat the heat. Summer is great, but we’re having the usual season’s problems. When school is out teens and often preteens are out at night getting into mischief. I have heard that the nighttime rendezvous’ take place at the ball fields. A mom said it was reported to her from her teenage daughter. Her daughter heard other kids bragging about their escapades. There is more graffiti amongst other inventive goings on. Trash cans and recycle bins have been turned over, and debris has been strewn on the road and bushes. We don’t have the bigger problems some other communities have, but we urge parents to check on the kids at night. Last month was Councilmember Marti Emerald’s District 7 task force meeting. San Diego’s Assistant Police Chief Boyd Long was there with three other officers to talk about the police redistricting of their divisions and some of the problems the department has been facing. He talked about the plan to handle those problems. Our former captain, Sarah Creighton is now assigned to establish a new department focusing on morals, ethics, counseling and more within San Diego’s large department. Officer numbers are down from 22,000+ to 18,000+. SDPD is seeking viable candidates to recruit and take on some of the workload. The newly promoted Captain Brian Ahearn is now in charge of our large Eastern Division. Officer Ed Zwibel and Captain Ahearn came to our See BARBARA, page 9
High Tech Help for Injured Hikers
First Responders Test New Locator Signs At Mission Trails How do you tell someone how to find you if you don’t know where you are? In the past 12 months, San Diego Fire-Rescue has dispatched rescue personnel to Mission Trails Regional Park (MTRP) 41 times to assist injured hikers. In addition to the terrain difficulties, just locating the injured parties can be a challenge. The MTRP Citizens’ Advisory Committee is installing new signs on the most commonly used trails throughout the park, including Cowles Mountain, which should go a long way toward solving that problem. The exact location of each sign will be identified and recorded, using the Global Positioning System (GPS). If someone at MTRP is injured or needs medical help, they can tell 9-1-1 dispatchers the nearest sign marker.
What To Do When Neighbors’ Pets Get Out Of Hand Q: Dear Ask the Cop, My neighbor has a protection trained Shi Tzu named “Snuggles” to the rear of my yard. The dog is a constant menace. The combination of its forceful, constant bark, its obvious willingness to attack and its diminutive size make it a daily struggle to live around. I feel it could easily come under the fence and hurt my family, plus the constant noise really makes life unpleasant. What can be done? -A Concerned Neighbor A: As a Police Department, we get this question on a very frequent basis. Unfortunately, it doesn’t fall under the department’s umbrella as hauling “Snuggles” into court with a jury of its peers would yield little in terms of substantive behavior correction. However, there are a few avenues to pursue which can be helpful in dealing with what we can call a “nuisance pet owner.” Chief among these courses of action is the concept of simple neighborliness. Directly approaching the pet owner and stating your concern and complaint will often work wonders in managing quality of life issues such as this. It’s a logical step for later action where you’ll be asked to prove you took reasonable steps to make the
Dispatchers will relay that marker information to the mobile data computers in each responding emergency apparatus. It will be translated to the GPS coordinates, helping the first responders home in on the traumatic or medical emergency. On Thurs., Jul. 14, San Diego Fire-Rescue tested the system in a full scale drill. Park rangers role played as rock climbers, with one member of the hiking party suffering a traumatic injury as the result of a fall, requiring rescue. Fire apparatus from Cowles Mountain, Del Cerro and the College area fire stations responded, along with an ambulance and Copter 2, all being guided by the GPS coordinates from the 9-1-1 call. Crews operated as if it was a real rescue, utilizing personnel to access the victim from the ground and air.
owner aware of the issue. (And it never hurts to take a neighbor witness either.) If you meet resistance with the pet owner, and they don’t espouse your “Golden Rule” view of life, then on occasion it is necessary to take things to the next level. It’s important to remember how much looking at the issue as a progression of documentation and reasonable escalation is of benefit, even if you’re tired from the previous night’s performance of dog opera. On the San Diego Police Department’s web site there is a section pertaining to animal noise. It can be found at www.sandiego.gov/police/help/ quality.shtml. There you will learn about other options. Since the San Diego Police Department doesn’t respond or take barking dog calls, you would need to contact Neighborhood Code Compliance at (619) 236-5500. If the dog is loose or a threatening menace to society, you can call the Animal Control Department’s 24-hour line at (619) 236-2341. Most commonly, you will be referred to attempt to handle the issue through mediation at the National Conflict Resolution Center. They can be reached at (619) 238-2400. The general rule of thumb for a government agency intervention is when three or more proximate households to the problem pet are affected and complain jointly. Our Code Compliance intake line noted above will mail you out a form where you can add the name, address and phone numbers of the three household residents annoyed with the pet. An investigator will be assigned and can then take a number of steps to compel the owner to manage the pet. This is separate from the County Animal Control investigation into the pet’s license, aggressive threat issues, etc. If an animal comes under your fence and threatens you or your family, you have every option available to you to defend yourself. If it’s safely contained in your yard and not a threat to you or your animals, you can call the 24-hour Animal Control Hotline to come get the offending pooch. In conclusion, the first recommendation is to “throw a bone” to your neighbor and try a civil discussion. Keep a log of events, take a witness, record the animal’s activity via video camera if possible and then if all else fails, involve the agencies noted above. Nothing in this list precludes any resident from also pursuing small claims court action against a neighbor who is adversely impacting the quality of life for their neighbors. As Theodore Roosevelt once said, “Speak softly and carry a big stick; you will go far”. Do you have a question for Officer Zwibel? E-mail AskTheCop@MissionTimesCourier.com.
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Councilmember Emerald
on the move La Mesa Marie
Callender’s Remains
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By Marti Emerald Councilmember, Seventh District My office has received several calls inquiring about the pending sale of my Tierrasanta home. I feel that a statement providing factual background would be helpful to all at this time. As you may know, soon after I assumed office my husband Mike Klarfeld suffered a serious decline in his health. Heart problems forced him onto a pacemaker. He suffered through a third bout of cancer enduring radiation treatments, developed Alzheimer’s disease and eventually passed away Feb. 23, 2011. Through it all I was Mike’s primary caregiver. During these difficult two years, I hired nursing staff to care for Mike while I was at work performing my duties as a City Council member, and cared for him myself the rest of the time. This was a long, painful and expensive ordeal for my family. Paying for in-home care was very costly and created a serious financial hardship. When Mike passed away I also lost his income and that put a greater strain on my ability to maintain our lovely home. My daughter and I have decided to sell the house. We have accepted an offer on the house and as soon as we receive bank approval we will be looking for more affordable housing in my district. See MARTI, page 5
In the wake of the parent company of Marie Callender’s restaurants filing for chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and closing 31 locations nationwide, the local Marie Callender’s restaurant at 6950 Alvarado Road is finding many customers are wondering if they are and will remain open for business, as it has since 1978. Having been a part of the La Mesa landscape for over three decades many families say they have been going to Marie’s for years. Employees will tell you they see “regulars” on a daily basis. Immediately following the announcement of the bankruptcy and closure of stores on Jun. 14, the phone at the La Mesa store began ringing with concerned customers. The La Mesa location is a franchise restaurant, and because it is privately owned, although the bankruptcy was not good news, the overall operation of the restaurant is not affected by the company bankruptcy. The restaurant is owned and operated by a local resident who worked as the general manager at the location for 18 years before purchasing the store in 2009. Local store owner Joseph Flaherty feels that although he was concerned with the news of the bankruptcy, overall when the parent company has completed the restructuring process of the chapter 11 bankruptcy the company as a whole will come out stronger and better. In the meantime the Marie Callender’s restaurant at 6950 Alvarado Road remains open for business ready to meet new and familiar faces everyday with great service, Marie Callender’s famous food and of course her delicious pies. For more information on pie selections, breakfast, lunch and dinner menus as well as current specials and banquet information visit the local Marie Callender’s La Mesa website at www. mariecallenderslamesa.com. Join the e-Club and receive specials and coupons via e-mail.
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7 Annual Summer Pops Concert on the Green
The 70-piece Tifereth Israel Orchestra, with conductor David Amos, plays a song from “My Fair Lady” at the 7th annual Summer Pops Concert on the Green, held Sun., Jul. 17 before a very appreciative audience of over 1,100 people. - Photo by David Zabrosky
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he 70-piece Tifereth Community Orchestra (TICO), conducted by David Amos presented another spectacular concert at the Allied Gardens Community Park on the evening of July 17. Over 1,100 Navajo residents enjoyed the program while comfortably sitting on blankets or in fold up beach chairs. Some of the selections included My Fair Lady, Jurassic Park, Russian Sailors’ Dance, a Spanish Paso Doble, and a salute to our Armed Forces. TICO is a real treasure in our community and deserves your support. For more information about the orchestra, check out its web site at www.tiferethisrael.com/tico/theorchestra. This year’s concert was presented by SpringFest Inc. and financially sponsored by the Allied Gardens and San Carlos/Lake Murray Recreation Councils, the City’s Arts and Culture Commission and Councilmember Marti Emerald. Another big thank you to Don Brennan and MME Event Productions for producing the event and to the Patrick Henry Band Boosters and the Allied Gardens Rec Center for operating their snack stands throughout the evening. Proceeds from the snack sales go directly to the Patrick Henry Band and the Allied Gardens Recreation Center.
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College-Rolando Friends of the Library By Marie Grace
Summer movie matinees: Saturdays at Noon, 8/6 Tangled, 8/13 Percy Jackson & the Olympians. One World, Many Stories Summer Reading Program: Fridays at 10 a.m., 8/5 Craig’s Stone’s Magic Show, 8/12 Craig Newton’s Music Around the World, 8/13 Game Truck. Come visit our display of a history of baseball presented by Fantography. Three glass display cases are filled with baseball photos sent in by fans over the years. The Book Club selection for August is The Attorney by Steve Martini. Copies are available for checkout at the circulation desk. The book discussion will take place on Sat., Aug. 13, at 10 a.m. in Seminar Room B. No registration or membership required. Our adult yoga class is held every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month at 9:30 a.m. in the community room. No reservation required. Just bring a yoga mat or towel and wear comfortable clothing. Zumba Gold (low impact) will be held on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month at 9:30 a.m. in the community room. No reservation required. Our Friends’ Book Sale room is open every Tuesday from 12:30-2:30 p.m. and Saturday from Noon-2 p.m. Donations are welcome and can be dropped off at the front counter.
Lake Murray Kiwanis Club By John F. Pilch
Storytellers Cindy Griffin and Mary Holma entertained nearly a full house with their Native American Folklore & Animal Stories in the Visitor Center Theater. Front Row, Paris and Starla Wilson, Back row Brittney Wilson, Cindy Griffin and Mary Holma.
Mission Trails In August By Jay Wilson, Executive Director, Mission Trails Regional Park Foundation
Children’s Summer Nature Class Creepy Crawlies comes to the Visitor Center Aug. 15-18 for children ages 4-10. They will spend a week with Alicia Berg and her creepy crawly friends. The class features wildlife and plant life of the park with fun walks, demonstrations, arts, and crafts. Cost for the week-long program is $100 per child. “Creepy Crawlies” meets from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Registration deadline is Aug. 10. Go to www.mtrp.org and click on “More Children’s Classes Information” for details. For more information, e-mail Ms. Berg directly at ABerg@mtrp.org.
Free Concerts and Programs at the Visitor Center On Jul. 24, storytellers Mary Holma and Cindy Griffin entertained 60 people in the theater with “Whispers in the Wind”; a collection of Native American folklore and animal tales. Coming up on Sun., Aug. 21, Celtic harpist Amy Kanner will perform at 3 p.m. in the air-conditioned Visitor Center Theater. The San Diego Regional Native American Flute Circle will have their monthly “Flute Circle” in the Outdoor Amphitheater on Sun., Aug.10 from 1-3 p.m.
Photographs of Butterflies and Bugs of Mission Trails A “Butterflies and Bugs of Mission Trails” album has been added to our Facebook page. We invite you to post your favorite photographs of butterflies and bugs taken at Mission Trails. It will be fascinating to see how many different insects are posted.
East County Chamber Meets at Mission Trails The MTRP Foundation recently joined the East County Chamber of Commerce. On Jul. 8, 134 members held their monthly “Power Breakfast” on the Terrace of the Visitor Center. On Jul. 19, County Supervisor Dianne Jacob’s Building Better Health East County Committee met in the Visitor Center. The MTRP Foundation is a member and the 10-year initiative is to improve community health and quality of life for East County. To accomplish this, we must stay informed, build on our connections with residents and community partners, and implement creative and fun ideas.
Children’s “Nature Adventures!” classes resume in September Linda Hawley’s Nature Adventures!, for children 3 and up returns September through June offering a two-hour class. Each month is a different topic. Her fun nature classes are designed for parent and child, homeschooled students, and school groups. Ms. Hawley brings enthusiasm with songs, puppets, real pelts, hands-on materials, and specimens. Children learn amazing facts about San Diego’s wild animals during the class and trail walk, and by taking home a craft project to remind them of their special day at MTRP. Adults attend See MTRP, page 7
July was a busy month for Lake Murray Kiwanis (LMK) members. We held our regular breakfast meetings on the 2nd and 16th at Marie Callender’s and an evening meeting at Coco’s on Lake Murray Blvd. on the 27th. On Jul. 12 & 13, we prepared a “World Famous” Lake Murray Kiwanis pancake breakfast for third-graders from Central Elementary School, who were guests of the Meeker Foundation at Louis Stelzer Park in Lakeside. One-half of the class attended from Noon to Noon on July 11-12, with the other half camping overnight on July 12-13. During the evening, they studied the sky with telescopes and learned GEO tracking during the morning session. This overnight stay in a county park is a great treat for inner-city children, many of whom had never camped out before. Also on our July calendar was the Veterans Village Stand Down at San Diego High School. On the last day, Sun., Jul. 17, Lake Murray Kiwanis members and our Spring Valley Kiwanis cohorts prepared more than 2,400 “World Famous” Lake Murray Kiwanis buttermilk pancakes for breakfast. LMK members then prepared more than 1,100 hamburgers for the lunch crowd and helped with the food service for both meals. Our members have been involved in this event for many, many years and find it most rewarding. We look forward to continuing the tradition next year. August will be a slower month with a breakfast meeting on Sat., Aug. 6 at Marie Callender’s. We will not meet at Marie C’s on Sat., Aug. 20. Instead, LMK members will attend the California-Nevada-Hawaii annual convention at the Town & Country Hotel in Mission Valley on Aug.18-20. As a host club, we will be volunteering as session monitors and staffing the information booth. We have no cooking sessions planned for August, but that could change at any time. The Lake Murray Kiwanis Club meets at Marie Callender’s on Alvarado Rd. and I-8 at 7:30 a.m. on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month. On other Saturdays, we try to schedule community service projects, like the cleanup of the Navajo Road median and the painting of the comfort station at the foot of Cowles Mtn. If these service projects have some appeal, then Kiwanis may be the right group for you. Visit our web site at www.lakemurraykiwanis.org for more information about LMK and our organization. If you are interested in becoming a member of Kiwanis, contact me at jfpilch@hotmail.com or (619) 462-1408 to RSVP for either meeting, or with questions about our Kiwanis Club or Kiwanis in general.
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August Activities Abound at Mission Trails Regional Park!
Haase, from page 1
By Audrey F. Baker, Trail Guide With the season in full swing, our August calendar has many offerings to meet the goal of making this an active and memorable summer! Whether you seek sunshine and azure skies or the serenity of an evening’s outing, a visit to Mission Trails will fill your calendar with exploration, discovery and the unique experiences that can only be found in Nature. There’s just something about navigating your way along the trail, interacting with your surroundings, enjoying the company of others, and gaining inspiration from wildland scenes, that stays with you! Our Trail Guide-led walks are an opportunity to immerse yourself in the natural world, with its unique landscapes and habitats, local history, plant and animal life. Free, interesting, and fact-filled, the walks are geared to all ages and interests. So, prepare for fun and a little adventure by donning sturdy shoes and floppy hat, grab sunscreen and water bottle, and join us on the trail! Morning walks are offered every Saturday, Sunday, and Wednesday, from 9:30-11:00 a.m. You’ll start from the park’s Visitor and Interpretive Center, One Father Junipero Serra Trail, San Carlos. The walk beginning from 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 8:30-10:00 a.m. on the 2nd & 4th Saturdays of the month, and take in the historic Old Mission Dam. Wildlife Tracking Trek, 8:30-10:30 a.m., reveals the secret lives of animals by interpreting the signs they leave behind on the trail. Examine “scat,” browsing, bedlays, tracks and more to gain insight into their survival techniques and habits. Wear long pants for two hours of “dirt-time” fun. On Aug. 6, meet at front of Visitor Center, One Father Junipero Serra Trail, San Carlos. Our Owl Prowl, a search for those clever, well-adapted hunters, as well as poorwills, bats and other nighttime flyers, will be offered twice this month. The “adults only” outing is on Friday, Aug. 12, 7:30-9:30 p.m. and the “all ages” prowl on Fri., Aug. 19, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Join Birder/Guide Jeanne Raimond at the dirt parking lot on the corner of Bushy Hill Drive and FJST, across from the Kumeyaay Lake Campground, Two Father Junipero Serra Trail, Santee. On the Summer Twilight Walk, Saturday, the 20th, from 7:15-8:45 p.m., you’ll experience the park as it transitions between dusk and evening. Meander along with your MTRP Naturalist guide through Grasslands and Riverfront during this active time for wildlife. Chance critter sightings! Bring along a flashlight and wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes. Meet us at the Kumeyaay Campground Entry Station, Two Father Junipero Serra Trail, Santee. Bird Basics with MTRP’s Winona Sollock teaches 5 simple techniques for “at a glance” bird I.D.-ing. Join the 90-minute class and also pick up tips on using your bird field guide (bringing one is optional). See you on Sat., Aug. 27, 1:00-2:30 p.m., inside the Visitors Center, Mission Trails Regional Park, One Father Junipero Serra Trail, San Carlos. …and meanwhile, come on out, and enjoy in the park! Visit www.mtrp.org for more information and the events calendar, or call (619) 668-3281. Special request 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.
Marti, from page 3 I have lived in Tierrasanta for 22 years. My daughter grew up in this neighborhood and attended Tierrasanta’s wonderful schools. I enjoyed my life with Mike during our years in Tierrasanta and am grateful I was able to keep him in the home he loved until he passed away. Now it’s time for my family to make this big adjustment and move on. We will do so with a heavy heart but optimistic about creating a happier future wherever we land. In addition to the personal nature of my decision on where to live, there are also political ramifications, since the preliminary redistricting map, if approved, would make significant changes to District 7. Please know that I will announce my intentions immediately upon approval of the final map. I’m committed to continuing to serve the people of San Diego, regardless of council district boundary lines. Thank you for your interest.
to evaluate the location of additional parkland throughout the Navajo community. This is an opportunity to increase and enhance the recreation facilities for our residents to enjoy. As a result of my appointment to the City of San Diego Planning Commission, I have resigned as President of NCPI. Allen Jones, our current Vice President has agreed to serve as President subject to a confirmation vote of the Board. Allen brings many years of experience in land use and planning, including time at the City of San Diego. Please join me in supporting Allen as the next President of NCPI. As a result of my resignation and that of long time Board Member Alan Hunter, the Navajo Community Planning Inc. will consider an action on Sept. 19 to hold a special election at the October meeting to fill the vacancies with a representative from each the Allied Gardens and San Carlos areas. If you have attended at least two meetings of the Navajo Community Planning Inc. during the past year and live or have a business in Allied Gardens or San Carlos, you could be eligible for this special election. If you are interested in serving on the planning committee and would like more information, please contact Allen Jones at ajones@hgfenton.com. Meetings of NCPI are held at the Temple Emanu-El located at 6299 Capri Dr. the third Monday of each month at 7 p.m. The meeting agenda is posted on the City of San Diego’s web site at www.sandiego.gov/planning/community/cpg/agendas.shtml. For more information, contact Allen Jones, Vice President Navajo Community Planners, Inc. at ajones@ hgfenton.com.
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Navajo Canyon Republican Women Testify At Redistricting Meeting to Protect Navajo Community Boundaries By Judy McCarty One of the major issues Navajo Canyon Republican Women, Fed. (NCRWF) members have followed this summer has been the redistricting of city council districts following the 2010 census. Several of our members have testified regularly to the importance of keeping the Navajo community planning area together rather than shifted into two districts, one south of I-8 and one north as proposed. As of late July, we have succeeded, but the process is not yet complete. (You might be surprised to know that the current proposal extends District 7 to the mouth of the San Diego River!... but it keeps Navajo intact.) Although NCRWF has no official meetings this summer, members are still active with their personal favorite community service activities. As volunteers for charitable and civic causes, our members contributed 4,200 hours this past year. These hours are in addition to their 3,894 hours of volunteer political activities supporting Republican candidates and ideals. We are simply busy, involved women who enjoy helping others and working for the betterment of our larger community. Whether or not you saw the movie “Atlas Shrugged,” based on Ayn Rand’s novel this spring, you will want to attend our Sept. 13 luncheon meeting featuring Don Watkins, Ayn Rand Institute. His topic: “Atlas Shrugged: from Fiction to Fact in 52 years.” Returning to our regular fall schedule, this meeting will take place at The Brigantine in La Mesa at 11 a.m. Cost is $18. For more information, contact NCRWF99@gmail.com. For membership information, contact dlstansbury@earthlink.net or call (619) 669-6500.
Thank you from July 4th Music Fest, Fireworks committee
In spite of many roadblocks this year, the fireworks display over Lake Murray was held as scheduled and without a hitch. Cleanup the following day also went smoothly. We hope you enjoyed the show and thank all who made a donation. As mentioned in earlier articles, we had hoped to have a larger and longer fireworks display, but the reality of the situation is that donations from the community fell short of that goal. In fact, we had to use our reserves to pay the bills this year. Another reality is that you can’t hold a $50,000 event with $20,000 in funds/donations, so our decision was to have fireworks only. We appreciate all the advice and comments received by the committee about the event. If you contacted us, we hope you will volunteer your time to assist with fundraising for next year’s event. Further, if you know of someone who is willing to make a sizeable donation, please pass along that information to us and we will contact the person and/or the business. On the litigation front, Marco Gonzalez will be back in court on Aug. 31, at which time the court will decide if the City must require an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) from Special Event Permit applicants. An EIR would cost no less than $20,000 and take 6-9 months of work until the process is completed. Stay tuned for more news about that issue. For updates about the Music Fest and Fireworks, visit www.navajoevents.com. While you’re on the site, consider signing up for automatic e-mail updates about all the listed events in the Navajo Communities. The Music Fest Committee (Don Brennan, Jay Wilson and John Pilch) thanks all who supported the event this year.
Ronald McDonald® Celebrates Back-To-School Season With Free Reading Program With the upcoming school year quickly approaching, Ronald McDonald is encouraging kids to get excited about learning through his magical reading program, “It’s Book Time with Ronald McDonald!™” This 35-minute, fun-filled and educational program will take Ronald McDonald to 18 libraries in San Diego County this month. The show, designed specifically for students in elementary school, includes a sock-puppet bookworm named Stoogie, and a creative mix of music, magic and games that will encourage children to make time every day for reading. “Ronald McDonald has been bringing joy to children for decades and is actively involved in teaching valuable lessons to kids through a variety of programs and interactive skits,” said Phil Palumbo, president of San Diego County McDonald’s Owner/Operator Association. “We are delighted that Ronald will be visiting San Diego to share his excitement for books with kids and introduce the concept of ‘Book Time’ to local children.” McDonald’s worked in conjunction with “Get Caught Reading,” a nationwide campaign to remind people of all ages how much fun it is to read, to develop “It’s Book Time with Ronald McDonald.” In addition to visiting libraries, Ronald will be working with San Diego schools to bring this program and others into the classroom. Ronald will be at the Tierrasanta branch (4985 La Cuenta Dr. San Diego, 92124) on Aug. 10 at 6:30 p.m. and at the Mission Valley branch (2123 Fenton Pkwy. San Diego, 92108) on Aug. 20 at 10:30 a.m. For a full list of libraries that Ronald will be visiting, visit www.SDMcDonalds.com/Ronald-McDonald.aspx.
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Benjamin Branch Friends of the Library By Anne Lee Thank you to everyone who helped make our midsummer used book sale a huge success. Buyers were at the doors early on the Sat. July 16 morning to select many hardback books and paperbacks. Members of the Friends of the Library (FOL) worked many hours to organize books, set them out, sell, and then clean up. Many neighborhood volunteers worked long hours as well. Susie Gretler and Libby Jamerson (Book Sale Chairpersons) organized everything and everyone. The proceeds from this event will allow for continued additional support of extra library activities. The next sale is scheduled for Sat., Oct. 29. Several of the activities which the FOL has been able to help with are specifically for children. These include the Summer Reading Program. Craig Newton will present “Historical Journeys Through Music” on Thurs., Aug. 11 at 10:30 a.m. Yoga for Kids and Sign for Baby are other activities which are supported. Adults might enjoy Beginning Knitting Classes, Zumba Fitness or Adult Hatha Yoga. Please contact the library at (619) 583-3910 for more details and information on other activities. The first of the three FOLsponsored OASIS classes will be held on Tues., Sept. 20 from 1:303:00 p.m. in the Community Room of the Benjamin Branch Library. Richard Lederer’s “The Gift of Age” will be the program. To reserve your seat, it is important to sign up either at the library or at OASIS. Subsequent classes are tentatively scheduled for Tues., Oct. 18 (Futurist: What Does The Future Hold?) and Tues., Nov. 15 on “Elder Law”. These classes are free and are presented to the community by the Friends of the Library, but do make a reservation. As you can tell, the Benjamin Branch Library does offer a great deal for all ages, and now that summer heat approaches, remember that the library is also a quiet cool zone. Take advantage! For more information about an event or activity, contact the library at (619) 583-3910, or for questions about Friends of the Library, call Karen Carter at (619) 229-0739.
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San Carlos Friends of the Library By Sue Hotz Community support was vital in keeping our libraries open. Thank you! We’re always looking for new San Carlos Friends of the Library (SCFOL) members and volunteers. Renew or join today! Applications are in the library & on the web site. Contact Judy McCarty at jhmccarty@cox.net, or leave her a note at the library. The next SCFOL Used Book Sales will be Aug. 6 and Sept. 3 from 9:303:00. Thank you for your donations and purchases. Proceeds are our main revenue source and buy library books, equipment and programs. Also for purchase, daily from the library staff or book sale cashiers, are mugs for $5 and gold-Main Library ornaments for $10. All programs listed here are free, underwritten by SCFOL, take place in the Library’s Community Room, and are open to the public. For additional information, check our web site www.sancarlosfriendsofthelibrary.org, or call the library at (619) 527-3430. Aug. 9-Sept. 1 – Our featured artist is Mary Alice Stanley. She works with Batik acrylics and mixed media, depicting native Indian plants in gorgeous South-west hues. Her reception is Sat., Aug. 20, 12-2 p.m. Children’s Board Games: Canceled for August, resume in September. Wednesdays, 3-4 p.m.: Big theater screen Wii gaming. Third Wednesday, 4-5 p.m.: San Carlos Friends of the Library Board. Wed., Aug. 24, 7-8 p.m.: Alzheimer’s Assoc. Outreach Coordinator, Dorothy Petrich, discusses “Your Memory—What’s Normal, What’s Not?” Learn about risk reduction strategies, diagnosis, disease progression, treatment and support. Thursdays, 3:30-5:00 p.m.: Family-PG-Films shown on our theater size screen. Film titles available at the library. Second Thursday, 1 p.m.: Librarian’s Book Club. Aug. 11 book is “Half Broke Horses” by Jeannette Walls. Sept. 8 book is “Unbroken: A World War II Story of Survival, Resilience, and Redemption” by Laura Hillenbrand. Fridays, 8:30-9:30 a.m.: YOGA with Dr. Carolyn Meeks, MD. You must arrive before 8:30. Summer Reading Program ends Aug 15: The theme is travel: Kids (One World Many Stories), teens (You Are Here), and adults (Novel Destinations). Registration for all three programs is online only. Complete details and prizes can be found at www.sandiego.gov/public-library/services/summerreading. shtml. We thank our partners: San Diego Padres, San Diego Zoo, Legoland, Natural History Museum, the Air and Space Museum, Reuben H. Fleet Science Center, and SDG&E. SCFOL is offering additional prizes to those who read double the required number of books. There’s still time for summer reading! Fridays thru Aug. 12, 10-11 a.m.: Kids’ Summer Events: Aug. 5 Literature Comes to Life- interactive storytelling theater; Aug. 12 Amazing Dana-magic. Aug. 19 10:00 – 10:30 am: Preschool Story Time resumes. Fridays, 3 p.m.: Teen Summer Events: Aug. 5 Making Hardware Jewelry: (Parental permission required). Teens-let Eric Chamberlin know what Fall Teen Activities would interest you. Third Friday, 4 p.m.: Meditation & Stress Reduction Yoga led by Dr. Funshine. OASIS returns Sept. 16, 1 p.m., with a presentation from the San Diego Historical Society. Second Saturday, 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.: the adult “Story Swap Group” teaches oral story telling. Homebound SC Library patrons can call (619) 527-3430 to have books delivered to their homes.
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PHAME To Break Ground Next Year By Matthew Kalal, Director, Visual & Performing Arts, Patrick Henry High School What is PHAME? It is the new Patrick Henry Arts, Media and Entertainment (PHAME) Academy, scheduled for groundbreaking in June 2012. This new performing arts center planned for Patrick Henry High School will put the school on par with other college-competitive high schools in the region and across the state, and is expected to be an asset for the community, as well as a significant driver for improved student achievement. Funded by San Diego Unified’s Proposition S and California’s Proposition 1D, two separate voter-approved bond measures strictly designated for the construction of school facilities, PHAME will include a theater and orchestra pit, but also a new production studio with career technical education (vocational training) facilities, and dressing rooms. Although a theater/auditorium is a core academic facility at any high school, Henry’s current student assembly and performing arts space is merely a stage tacked on the back end of the cafeteria, an elementary school-style “cafetorium” that students and teachers have uniformly found inadequate since the school was built in 1968. The new facility has been on the school’s request list since Patrick Henry High was built, but only recently has funding become available. In the coming months, look for more information on PHAME, as community fundraising efforts begin and progress on the facility continues.
Teens Required To Show Proof Of Tdap Vaccine For School Whooping Cough Cases On Track To Hit 300 for Region Middle and high school students have to show proof they’ve received a booster shot for pertussis, also known as whooping cough, in order to enroll in school. There are three places where students may get the Tdap vaccine, their primary care physician, a local retail pharmacy or, if they don’t have insurance, a County public health center. “While the state is giving parents a 30-day grace period to obtain the booster shot, we recommend that parents vaccinate their children as soon as possible,” said Wilma Wooten, M.D., M.P.H., County Public Health Officer. “If they wait until the last minute, there may be a backlog of teens all trying to get a booster shot right before school starts.” The number of pertussis cases was on track to hit 300 cases in the first seven months of 2011, according to the San Diego County Health and Human Services Agency. Whooping cough cases in the region reached a record 1,144 cases, including two infant deaths last year. The California Department of Public Health recommends a pertussis booster vaccine (Tdap) for everyone 10 years or older who has not yet received it, especially women of childbearing age, before, during, or immediately after pregnancy; and other people, including household contacts, caregivers, and healthcare workers, who have contact with pregnant women or infants. Children 7-9 years of age who did not receive all of their routine childhood shots are recommended to receive a Tdap booster dose. A typical case of pertussis starts with a cough and runny nose for one to two weeks, followed by weeks to months of rapid coughing fits that sometimes end with a whooping sound. Fever, if present, is usually mild. The disease is treatable with antibiotics. For more information about whooping cough, call the HHSA Immunization Branch at (866) 358-2966, or visit the web site at www.sdiz.org.
Red Cross, SDG&E Launch SAFE San Diego Youth Challenge Safety preparedness is always top of mind for The American Red Cross San Diego/Imperial Counties Chapter and San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E). Students are being asked to make it top of mind as well and participate in the SAFE San Diego Youth Challenge. In collaboration with KUSI-TV and the San Diego Padres, the SAFE San Diego Youth Challenge will educate San Diego families about emergency preparedness and engage students to better prepare their family for an emergency. San Diego County students in grades K-12 can share a story of how their family is prepared for an emergency and for a chance to win Padres tickets. Ten monthly winners will be chosen. Additionally each month, one lucky student will be named “Safety Ace” and win the grand prize of sharing a Padres suite with friends and family. “As the leader in emergency preparedness, the Red Cross is excited to team up with SDG&E, KUSI-TV and the San Diego Padres,” said Joe Craver, CEO of the American Red Cross San Diego/Imperial Counties Chapter. “Together we will engage youth to become better prepared for emergencies and educate them about how to be safe at home.” The SAFE San Diego Youth Challenge will run thru October 31 and will focus on a new safety topic each month: July was earthquake safety; August is water safety; September/October is public and fire safety. “We hope to inspire youth to be forward-thinking about emergency preparedness,” said Michael R. Niggli, president and COO for SDG&E. “Together with the Red Cross, KUSI-TV and the San Diego Padres our goal is to prepare families in the event of a natural disaster and educate them about how to be safe at home.” For a chance to win Padres tickets, students should visit www.preparesandiego.org. There they can test their safety knowledge, learn how to become better prepared and share their story, picture or video on how their family is prepared for an emergency.
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last Friends meeting to introduce captain and meet the “Friends.” I asked if beat officers would occasionally do their paperwork at the lake entrances or make a trip around the lake during the summer evenings. Captain said that he would ask his officers to check on the lake periodically. Captain knows our community and has been to Lake Murray several times. Mornings at the lake are usually people sparse but wild animal abundant. Coyotes and raccoons can be seen on their way back to their dens and lairs. Later in the day, the lake road is jammed with people. Cowles Mountain and the rest of Mission Trails Park are more populated during the summer too. Lighter summer hours are the enticement to stay out longer. Entrances to Lake Murray have signs that state, “open from sunrise to sunset.” Periodically we see a car that has been locked in the park after sunset. Most often Lake Staff stays past their shift to search for the car’s owner which is sometimes futile. Incidents of cars locked in the confines of the park are generally a seasonal and cyclical event. Reservoir Keeper Gayle Havens reported that a great blue heron had something in its throat and fishing line was wrapped around its neck with a lure attached. When Gayle got close to it the big bird flew off. They are very hard to catch and it will only be captured when it is too weak to fly. By then it will be probably won’t survive. I wish people that fish would think of wildlife when they throw their test line away or leave it in the lake. When clumps of line are found, please cut it into pieces when you do dispose of it. Birds and other animals scout for food in trash cans and could be entangled in the line. They have a horrible death. Most people who fish know this. Obviously some don’t care. Now for the good news: The I Love a Clean San Diego cleanup which is the inland version of International Coastal Cleanup Day will be on Sat. Sept. 17. Volunteers assemble at 9 a.m. to get supplies and instructions before they advance to the lake environs. Cleanup day is the one time a year that we get the lake’s surroundings really clean. Last year we had 167 people participate. That included the wonderful San Diego Fly Fishing Club who scoured the lake and reeds in boats and tubes. They capture plastic bags, fishing containers and other fishing paraphernalia. I would like to thank the Lake Murray Kiwanis Club for doing such a good job of cleaning up after the fireworks this year. It’s difficult to keep trash to a minimum when thousands of people clamor to the lake and bring snacks and drinks to attend the event. There will be no August meeting. We don’t meet in August and December. We will see you all in September. If you are privileged to have any children or grandchildren hanging around your house we would love to have them participate in the I Love a Clean San Diego Cleanup. If the children are very young they will have to be accompanied by an adult. I will have posters out with my phone number on them for more information: (619) 463-9706.
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The 100 for $10 Challenge, coordinated by San Carlos residents Dan and Cathy Northcutt, brought more than 15 teams together to raise $10 from 100 people by Jul. 4 and has been a big success with teams raising over $11,862. “We would like to give these teams special thanks and acknowledgement for rallying to support the Playground during this final leg of fundraising. Their contributions of time and enthusiasm are inspiring and many children have participated raising money during this challenge too.” said Cathy Northcutt.
Jeremy regards raising awareness of LHON and helping find a cure as one of his greatest passions in life. “Participating in the C.U.R.E. Ride has been one of the most rewarding experiences in my life. Through Jeremy’s passion, helping find a cure for LHON has become the focus of all our philanthropic efforts,” said Zack Herr, a fellow fraternity brother of Sigma Phi Epsilon and C.U.R.E. Ride participant. Jeremy does not let his blindness get in the away of any of his aspirations. Last August, Jeremy competed against 60 other blind golfers in the World Blind Gold Championship in England and took home the 1st place overall men’s title for San Diego. Jeremy depends on his caddy, and father, Lionel to guide him through the course. When Jeremy lost his sight three years ago, he was left with two choices: accept his misfortune in defeat or turn it for the best. Jeremy did not let LHON cripple him, but instead grew from the hardship. Jeremy has developed a passion for his cause: finding a cure for LHON. His C.U.R.E. Ride continues to grow and his golf career is just beginning. “In the past two years, I’ve done more than the previous 19 years,” Jeremy said, “before, I was just a spectator in life.” To learn more about Jeremy and LHON, please visit lhon.org.
The following teams met the $1,000 goal by July 4th: TEAM TEAM LEADER RAISED Team Home Instead Senior Care Steve Bojorquez $3,500 Team Northcutt Rocks Dan & Cathy Northcutt $1,750 Team DeMarco Melissa DeMarco $1,140 Team Grin & Share It Photography Tessa Desharnais $1,080 Team Heroes of the Playground Amberlynn Frye $1,062 Team Green Elementary Cares Jenn Osborn $1,015 Team Ideal Plumbing, Air & Electrical Natalie Keithly/Don Teemsma $1,000 Cathy adds, “We also want to thank and encourage the following teams to keep on fundraising until they reach their goal:” Team D, Team Braces San Diego, Team Essential Points Acupuncture, Team Frank Motor Group, Team Marilyn Olson, Team Mission Trails Church, Team Revive Day Spa-La Mesa, Team SGO Fitness, and Team World of Art be Dee. Dahlkamp said matching county funds are currently being sought in an effort to bring the total budget closer to the originally proposed $250,000. “No matter where we are near the end of 2011 we will build, whether it is a $250,000 playground or a smaller $150,000 playground,” said Dahlkamp. If you’ve been waiting to donate, now is the time. There are many ways to contribute including ordering a personal 4”x8” or 8”x8” paver (with option for your personal inscription), sponsoring an individual playground component (shade, slides, swings, spinners, and more!), or simply sending a check payable to Lake Murray Kiwanis Foundation to: Lake Murray Playground Project, Attn: Tracy Canepa, PO Box 191053, San Diego, 92159-1053. Contact Tracy Dahlkamp with questions or visit www.LakeMurrayPark.org.
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WHEREAS, Kathy Coleman and her spouse, Henry Coleman, selflessly provide many seniors with needed transportation to doctors’ appointments; AND WHEREAS, Kathy Coleman leads by example and creates a family atmosphere. She and her employees listen intently to stories told and retold, joke about the Padres and Chargers, and organize birthday celebrations; AND
Councilmember Marti Emerald presented Kathy Coleman, Manager of Brothers Restaurant in Allied Gardens, with a proclamation on Jul. 28 in honor of her selfless dedication to the community. Coleman was joined by her family, members of the Allied Gardens Community Council, members of the Grantville/Allied Gardens Kiwanis, and senior citizens who have benefited from Ms. Coleman’s generosity. -Photo by Nancy Miljas
Kathy Coleman Day: Angel of Allied Gardens, July 28, 2011 Proclamation presented by Councilmember Marti Emerald WHEREAS, Kathy Coleman is the manager of Brothers Restaurant, a beloved institution located in the heart of the Allied Gardens community, and is renowned for her selfless dedication to the community’s senior population; AND WHEREAS, Kathy Coleman keeps the restaurant open on most holidays in order to provide seniors with a place to celebrate. She and her employees go out of their way to accommodate those who need help; AND WHEREAS, Kathy Coleman and her employees remember meal preferences; patrons know they can order customized meals due to special needs; AND
WHEREAS, Kathy Coleman personifies the true spirit, goodness, and compassion of Council District Seven; Mrs. Coleman is an example of the exemplary individuals who comprise Council District Seven and the City of San Diego; AND WHEREAS, Kathy Coleman knows every one of her customers by name, and they know her as the “Angel of Allied Gardens.” Customers are always welcomed with her beautiful smile, a warm hug, much grace, and compassion. She is someone they can trust, a person who makes them smile every day; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED, by the Council of the City of San Diego, that this Council, for and on behalf of the people of San Diego, does hereby declare July 28, 2011 as “KATHY COLEMAN DAY” in the City of San Diego.
Patrick Henry Grad Joins NAU Publicity Team Andrew Tomsky (Patrick Henry High School ’03) has been named assistant media relations director at Northern Arizona University,
Athletics Director Jim Fallis announced. He will assist the director in the day-to-day coverage of all 15 intercollegiate sports while serving as the primary contact for several sports, including volleyball, women’s basketball and women’s swimming and diving. “I am thrilled to be joining the NAU media relations department on a full-time basis after spending the last two years here,” said Tomsky. “I have enjoyed working with the coaches, studentathletes and athletics staff and I am looking forward to new and exciting challenges.” He takes a full-time role on the staff after serving two years as a graduate assistant. The San Diego native recently completed his master’s degree work in applied communication. He coordinated the publicity efforts for the Big Sky
Andrew Tomsky (left) interviews NAU Head Football Coach Jerome Souers last season for a live telecast on Fox Sports Arizona.
champion women’s soccer team and both tennis squads. His promotional efforts earned CoSIDA/ESPN Women’s Soccer Academic All-American of the Year and Lowe’s Senior CLASS Award finalist honors for senior Kristi Andreassen. During his tenure, the program achieved nine of the top 20 crowds in program history. He has also worked with NAU Television Services, providing play-by-play, sideline and halftime host roles for the national television broadSee Tomsky, page 18
Mesa College President Dr. Pamela Luster is welcomed by Rich Grosch, President, SDCCD Board of Trustees.
Mesa College Welcomes New President Dr. Pamela T. Luster was welcomed with a reception on her first day of work as president of San Diego Mesa College on Jul. 18. Dr. Luster is the sixth president to serve at Mesa College, one of the largest and most successful of California’s 112 community colleges. Dr. Luster most recently served as an executive administrator of Las Positas College in Livermore, California. Her mostrecent assignment was as Interim VP of Academic Services. She held that position while on leave from her permanent position of VP of Student Services, which she has held since 2003. From 2000 to 2003, Dr. Luster served as Dean of Academic Services. Prior to her work at Las Positas, Dr. Luster held a number of positions at West Valley College. Dr. Luster earned a B A. and M.A. (Speech Pathology and Audiology) at San Jose State University, and an Ed.D. from Fielding Graduate University. She has numerous awards, presentations, and publications to her credit, as well as an impressive record of involvement in the local community. A Rotarian for nearly eight years, Dr. Luster is looking forward to becoming active in a local chapter. “I look forward to learning more about and contributing to my new community,” said Dr. Luster. “I love the diversity of the campus, our neighboring communities, and the entire region. I’m here to stay!”
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337 Dogs Achieve Guinness World Record! PETCO™, Padres Set Record At “Dog Days of Summer” Event
Former Padre Steve Garvey joined more than 300 dog owners in the costume parade after signing autographs at the record-breaking Dog Days of Summer event. -Photo by Jeff Barnes
PETCO™ and the San Diego Padres are excited to announce they set a Guinness World Record® for most dogs in a pet costume parade on Jul. 27. Guinness World Record officials were at PETCO Park’s annual “Dog Days of Summer” event, along with 337 history-making dogs, to verify that the world record was set. The annual infield costume parade was lead by Tillman, the world famous skateboarding dog, as dogs paraded around showing off their Padres spirit. “It has been an amazing record attempt and I’m happy to say it was successful,” said Freddie Hoff, adjudicator for Guinness World Records. “The 337 dogs in the costume parade was way above the set amount and on behalf of Guinness World Records, I’d like to say ‘congratulations’.” “At PETCO we are passionate about having dogs active in all aspects of our life and thanks to our partnership with the San Diego Padres, this includes inviting hundreds of dogs out to the ballpark every year,” says Greg Seremetis, Vice President of Marketing for PETCO. “We were happy to sponsor tickets for two pet parents per dog in hopes of getting the community rallied behind the Guinness World Record attempt and we are thankful to all who participated.” Dogs also had the opportunity to participate in a pre-game “tail” gate party and prior to the on-field pet parade prizes were awarded to the costumed dogs in a variety of categories. In the spirit of PETCO’s commitment to “Think Adoption First,” a local PETCO adoption partner was in attendance to educate the public on the importance of pet adoption and help find pets a loving home.
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Join us on Sat., Sept. 10 from 8-10 a.m. for a fun fundraiser at Applebee’s in Mission Valley, 7510 Hazard Center Dr. The Pug Rescue Board of Directors will be serving you breakfast! For only $10, you will get pancakes, bacon, scrambled eggs, coffee, orange juice, soda, and hot or ice tea and be served by us. Applebee’s will have mimosas and bloody Marys available for $3 per drink. You can purchase tickets using PayPal at www.pugbutts.com. Click on “Donate” and be sure to indicate “Flapjack Fundraiser” in the “add special instruction to seller” section. You can also buy tickets from any of our board members or mail your check to our PO Box: Pug Rescue of San Diego County, Flapjack Fundraiser, PO Box 151449, San Diego, 92175-1449. For more information, contact (619) 685-3580. Be sure to indicate that the donation is for the fundraiser and mail your check by Sept. 1 so we have time to get your tickets to you. The cutoff for PayPal ticket purchases online is also Sept. 1, and the tickets will also be mailed to you. After Sept. 1, you may purchase tickets at the door. Invite your friends and family for a fun Saturday morning breakfast and help support the pugs at the same time!
Although many dogs will get to accompany their human companions on the family summer vacation, most cats will remain at home with a caregiver. Choosing the right caregiver for your felines, whether you are away for three days or three weeks is critical. In fact, it could make the difference between life and death. Let me explain. Upon arrival for my first visit to a client with three indoor cats, I was greeted at the door by two of them. Over the next 20 minutes I played with the kitties, put out their food, gave them fresh water and cleaned their litter boxes. During this time I still hadn’t seen the third cat. I began searching. I looked into the hiding places that the owner had specified at our consultation appointment, but to no avail. On my hands and knees I looked under every piece of furniture, inside every cupboard, but still no third cat. There was one door that the owner had kept closed while she was away. In desperation and making the executive decision to perhaps violate some privacy, I opened the door to the room. Sure enough, there was the third cat. She had accidently been closed in the room since the owner had left early that morning. She had no access to food, water or the litter box. Fortunately, since it had only been a few hours, she was none the worse for wear, but I was certainly happy that I had spent the time to find her and not just assumed that she was okay. It is not acceptable to take for granted that if the food is eaten and the litter has been used, that all of the cats are fine. Cats can get severely dehydrated with no water for 48 hours so that assumption could be fatal. It is the responsibility of your caregiver to ensure the animals in his/her charge are safe and healthy at all times. Even if you permit your indoor cats outside access, the caregiver should request they be kept inside during the duration of your vacation. You cannot check on a cat that is running around the neighborhood and cats can get hurt out there. Last but certainly not least, though you may have an automatic feeder and water dispenser, your caregiver still needs to check on your cats each day you are away. Cats are curious creatures and can inadvertently get themselves into all kinds of trouble. I once had a cat I was caring for climb into a place from which he could not possibly extricate himself without assistance. If I hadn’t checked on him that day and released him from his trapped position, he would have remained there until I showed up again, possibly with dire consequences. Regardless of how long it takes, or how much effort is required, the person you leave in charge of caring for your cats should be willing to do whatever it takes to ensure their health and safety. For the kitties sake, and your peace of mind, please choose wisely. Sari Reis is a Certified Humane Education Specialist and the Owner of Mission Valley Pet Sitting Services – (760) 644-0289 – www.missionvalleypetsitting.com.
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San Diego Area Pets Go Online Aztech Doberman Rescue, San Diego, recently has joined other animal welfare organizations in the area that list their homeless pets on Petfinder.com, the oldest and largest database of adoptable animals on the Internet. The site currently has over 324,700 homeless pets listed, and it is updated continuously. More than 13,500 animal welfare organizations in the U.S., Canada, and other countries post their pets on the site. Aztech Doberman Rescue pets may be viewed at www.petfinder.com/shelters/CA1827.html. A potential adopter enters search criteria for the kind of pet he or she wants, and a list is returned that ranks the pets in proximity to the zip code entered. Adoptions are handled by the animal placement group where the pet is housed, and each group has its own policies. Petfinder.com was created in early 1996 as a grassroots project by Jared and Betsy Saul to end the euthanasia of adoptable pets. Since its inception, the site has facilitated approximately 20 million adoptions, making it the most life-saving initiative in animal welfare. Sponsors include The Animal Rescue Site, BISSELL Homecare, Inc., a manufacturer of home cleaning and floor care products, PETCO, PetFirst Healthcare pet insurance and Merial.
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Movies In The Park Return Aug. 6 & 27 Despicable Me will be shown on Aug. 6, and Iron Man II will be featured on Aug. 27 at the annual Movies in the Park at the Allied Gardens Community Park. Don Brennan and MME Event Productions returns with his gigantic inflatable screen, high resolution projector, and awesome sound system. The movies will begin at dusk (show time determined by Don Brennan). Come with family, friends and neighbors for an evening under the stars, and enjoy the stars on the screen. Help us fill the park with movie fans. Light refreshments will again be offered by the Patrick Henry Band Boosters and the Allied Gardens Rec Center. Despicable Me is presented by SpringFest Inc. and the Allied Gardens Recreation Council, and sponsored by the Allied Gardens and San Carlos\Lake Murray Recreation Councils, the City’s Arts & Culture Commission, and Councilmember Marti Emerald. Iron Man II is sponsored by Crusaders Soccer Club and Don Brennan of MME Event Productions. Visit www.navajoevents.com to stay up-to-date on events in the Navajo Community.
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Hairspray: The Broadway Musical It’s 1962, and Baltimore teen Tracy Turnblad has only one desire — to dance on the popular Corny Collins Show. When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed from social outcast to sudden star, but she must use her newfound power to vanquish the reigning Teen Queen, win the affections of heartthrob Link Larkin and integrate a TV network — all without denting her Beehive hairdo! Winner of eight Tony Awards in 2003, including Best Musical, Hairspray is filled with memorable songs like, “Welcome to the Sixties” and “You Can’t Stop the Beat”. Hairspray is directed by Desha Crownover and choreographed by Steve Anthony. It is recommended for ages eight and over. Hairspray runs through Sun., Aug. 14. Show times are 7 p.m. on Fridays, and 2 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. Tickets are $8-14. Two Navajo area youth – Maurisa Johnson and Anna Strickland – are starring in the production. For ticket purchase and information, call San Diego Junior Theatre’s box office at (619) 239-8355 or visit Juniortheatre.com. In its 63rd season, San Diego Junior Theatre is a private, non-profit organization dedicated to providing all youth, ages 3–18, an opportunity to experience theatre arts through innovative classes, camps, performances, and outreach programs. Contributions to San Diego Junior Theatre are tax-deductible.
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An evening of music under the stars in the Garden’s outdoor amphitheater On Sat., Aug.13 at 6:30pm, NovaMenco, a National Smooth Jazz flamenco fusion group will take center stage at the Water Conservation Garden in Rancho San Diego. The Water Conservation Garden’s outdoor amphitheater and five acres of beautiful, drought-tolerant plants will be the dramatic backdrop for NovaMenco’s soul-stirring music that blends rhythms of jazz, pop, and the echoes of the ancient Byzantine to produce a modern Mediterranean sound that is truly their own. Special guest Lenny B. from Smooth FM 98.1 will host the event, and the Gipsy Kings tribute band “Los Reyes Del Ritmo” will open the show, and “Sabor Andaluz” will be provide a flamenco dance floor show throughout the evening. Tickets are $23 per person. A raffle for an array of prized provided by local sponsors will be held before the show and during intermission to benefit the educational programs of the Water Conservation Garden. Doors open at 6pm, and selection of wines, light ethnic fare, and NovaMenco CD’s will be available for purchase during the concert. Tickets may be purchased at www.VinaliaProductions.com or by calling (619) 519-1963.
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Returning To Downtown Tickets are now on sale for the 17th Annual San Diego Festival of Beer San Diego’s oldest beer festival returns to the streets of downtown San Diego Fri., Sept. 9 from 6-11 p.m. The outdoor event takes place at Colombia and B Streets (across from W San Diego) and features 70 breweries and 150 types of San Diego’s finest craft beers. The festival is the largest fundraiser of San Diego Professionals Against Cancer, and 100% of the proceeds are donated to local cancer organizations. To date, the San Diego Festival of Beer has raised and donated more than $530,000 for San Diego hospitals, research centers and patient services. Sponsored by Sophie 103.7, the San Diego Festival of Beer also includes food, wine and live music on two stages. Tickets are $35 through Aug. 31 and $40 beginning Sept. 1. Tickets include admission into the event, 10 (4 oz) beer tastes and a souvenir tasting mug for the first 6,000 attendees. Extra beer tastes, wine, merchandise and food are also available for purchase. Reduced price designated driver tickets are available. Those entering the event must be 21 or older. For more information or to purchase tickets visit www.sdbeerfest.org.
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Are You Ready For Some Football?
The NFL lockout is over now, and football is back here in America’s Finest City. Thanks to a recently signed 10-year collective bargaining agreement between NFL owners and players, fans of the San Diego Chargers will actually have a team to cheer for this coming fall. The Bolts have already opened up their training camp at Chargers Park. Thanks to a tumultuous off-season, roster turnover is fluid and news coming out of the Chargers camp changes rapidly. Feel free to check our web site www.MissionTimesCourier. com for updates throughout the season. The September issue of the Mission Times Courier will feature an in-depth NFL regular season preview including predictions of how all 32 teams will fare. You won’t want to miss where our sports experts rank the 2011 San Diego Chargers team. See CHARGERS, page 18
Team USA San Diego Takes On World This Month
Players: Cole Bertsche, Devin Bevilacqua, Ivan Garcia, Andrew Goodridge, Zachary La, Johnny Miller, Connor Ohton, Ethan Raymond, Mikey Rintoul, Joseph Rubio, Josh Simpson, Jared Stearns, Stuart Ybarrando. Manager - David Ohton, Coach - Lou Bertsche, Coach - Scott Ybarrando, Coach - Gary Remiker
Mission Trails Little League Wins District Championship Congratulations to the Mission Trails (MT) Little League 9/10 All Star Team for winning the District 33 Championship. District 33 covers all of the little leagues in central San Diego County from the 94 freeway north to the 52 and from the 163 freeway east to the 125. Thirteen teams competed for the title. MT went 5-0 in the double elimination tournament, beating local teams San Carlos Little League, Lake Murray Little League and La Mesa National (LMN) Little League along the way. They won the championship game in dramatic fashion. Down 7-3 to a strong La Mesa National team, MT scored four runs in the bottom of the fifth to tie the game. They shut down LMN 1,2,3 in the top of the sixth and scored the winning run in the bottom of the inning to set off the celebration. The league, parents and community are very proud of how the boys conducted themselves on and off the field during this All Star season. Great job!
(Front row) Josh Fitzgerald - Austin Erickson - Noah Buchanan - Kalani Nakamura - Travis Kauffman - Markus Melin - Austin Bernard - Christian Jimenez - Jonathan Doulgeropoulos William Gaines. (Back row) Connor Vaughs - Aaron Ping - Manager, Mark Wilson - Isaiah Armenta - Chandler Cossio - Coach, Bill McClurg - Coach, Mark Wilson Jr. - Frankie Lopez Cheyne Davis - Jack Parham
Some of San Diego’s best youth baseball players are proudly representing the United States in Japan this month competing in the World Boys Tournament in Fukuoka. Team USA San Diego features two local youth – Josh Fitzgerald and Aaron Ping – from San Carlos. Also on the roster are three players (Isaiah Armenta, Markus Melin and Andy Rios) from the Park View Little League World Series Championship team. The team left San Diego on Aug. 1 and is scheduled to play eight games in Yokohama Aug. 3-5 before travelling to Fukuoka for tournament play. The team is scheduled to play against Fresno on Aug. 8, and Japan and Korea on Aug. 9. Tournament playoffs and finals are held Aug. 10-11. Go Team USA San Diego!
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Teen To Sprint In Junior Olympics This Month Congratulations to Ryan Jones (#4553 in photo) who has qualified to run in the AAU Junior Olympics in New Orleans this month! Ryan qualified to run in the 3,000 and 1,500 meter runs in the youth division. The AAU Junior Olympic Games are known as the largest national multi-sport event for youth in the United States. The up and coming runner currently runs for the Team San Diego Panthers, coached by Randy Thompson. Ryan credits Coach Thompson and his P.E. Coach at Pershing, Eric Carroll, for helping to develop his running talent. Good luck, Ryan!
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Cancer Prevention, Survival Cooking Course Begins Sept. 12
The Cancer Project, a national nonprofit dedicated to advancing cancer prevention through education and research, is offering a cooking course designed to help San Diego residents prevent and survive cancer through proper diet and nutrition. The Rx for better health? It’s a low-fat vegetarian diet. Load up on fruits, vegetables, and whole grains; they’re naturally low in fat, chock-full of fiber, and filled with cancer-fighting antioxidants and phytochemicals. Cut down on fatty foods and added fats and oils, particularly saturated fats, which have been linked to an increased risk of breast, colon, and prostate cancer. Likewise, look for healthy substitutes for dairy products such as milk, cheese, and yogurt, which have been implicated in the occurrence of breast and colorectal cancers. Class schedule: Sept. 12, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Fueling Up on Low-Fat, High-Fiber Foods; Sept. 19, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Discovering Dairy and Meat Alternatives; Sept. 26, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Cancer-Fighting Compounds and Healthy Weight Control. Course will be held at Cooking 4 Life, Inc., 9145 Chesapeake Dr., San Diego. Cost: $45 For more information, visit www.CancerProject.org or call (202) 244-5038.
Omega-3 fatty acids: Eating a diet rich in omega-3 fats provides the brain with the proper nutrients it needs for normal cell structure and function. With approximately 60% of the brain being made of fat, consuming healthy fats is not only essential for proper brain and nervous system function, but as reported by the University of Maryland Medical Center, these fatty acids play an important role in cognition, memory, learning, and behavioral function. Without receiving omega-3 fatty acids from the diet, the brain can suffer learning and cognitive difficulties. Joel Detjen, BSc
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This nutrient that is found abundantly in egg yolks, wheat germ, and peanuts, is a component of two fat-like molecules that regulate brain function. As children grow, choline aids the learning process by providing an element of the nutritional support needed for retaining information and transferring it into long-term memory.
By Dr. Danielle Schwaderer and Joel Detjen, BSc As we prepare our children and loved ones to return to school this month, establishing healthy habits and creating nutritious meals will have a pivotal role in the academic performance of your child or loved one. Focus, concentration, and mood are all intimately connected to nutrients that nourish the brain and support proper structure and function of the nervous system. Get a head start and begin implementing some healthy habits that can re-energize and promote academic excellence throughout the school year ahead.
Importance of breakfast: Start the day off right with a well balanced and nutritious meal. Ideally, breakfast should be the largest meal, as it will provide a foundation for a healthy start to the day. Fuelling the body each morning with adequate fats, protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals, anti-oxidants, and complex carbohydrates is key to promoting an alert, focused, and creative mind. An omelet full of vegetables and avocado, or an eggless scramble with turkey are healthy brain foods and offer great nutritional value.
Blood sugar & the brain: The brain suffers greatly when blood sugar spikes and then falls dramatically. To prevent the blood sugar from dropping, frequent meals and snacks that are full of protein, fat, and complex carbohydrates are recommended. Pack snacks such as celery and almond butter, hardboiled eggs, veggies, cold cuts, or a handful of nuts will stabilize blood sugar and give the brain what it needs to support mental clarity and sustain focus for longer periods of time.
Tips to Reduce Youth Sports Injuries and Emotional Burnout Parents, youth sports coaches and others interested in learning practical ways to improve the youth sports experience are invited to attend a free educational event Thurs., Aug. 25 from 5:30-7:00 p.m. at Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla. The presentation will be led by Scripps sports medicine pediatrician Dr. Paul Stricker, who was a team physician for the 2000 Olympic Games. Dr. Stricker reports a steady increase in overuse injuries and stress-related symptoms among his young patients in recent years. He says these conditions often stem from poor understanding of how children develop their sports skills. “Children build their athletic abilities in a progressive sequence that we can’t dramatically speed up,” Stricker says. “Better knowledge of this process can help kids withstand some of the excess pressures that exist today in organized sports, due to inappropriate training, unrealistic expectations and a distorted meaning of the term ‘success.’” Dr. Stricker is the author of “Sports Success Rx! Your Child’s Prescription for the Best Experience,” published by the American Academy of Pediatrics. Copies of the book will be available for signing and purchase following the presentation. The event will take place at the Schaetzel Center at Scripps La Jolla, located at 9888 Genesee Ave., La Jolla 92037. A light reception will be offered from 5:30 p.m. to 6 p.m., followed by the presentation from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Cost is free and validated parking will be provided. To register, call 1-800-SCRIPPS.
L-theanine: This amino acid found is found in the leaves of the tea plant, Camellia sinensis. The primary effect of L-theanine is increased alertness, as it has been reported in Asian Pacific Journal of Clinical Nutrition, that theanine stimulates alpha waves of the brain, which can improve mental alertness and concentration while remaining relaxed. The improvement in alpha wave frequency has been reported in doses as low as 20mg - 50mg of theanine (1-2 cups of green tea) daily. Visit the nutrition department of Windmill Farms for further recommendations on improving brain health. Next month’s Back to School Brain Health, Part 2 will discuss more nutrients and herbs that can be of benefit to memory, cognition, and focus.
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Festival of Sail To Grace San Diego’s Waterfront The 2011 Festival of Sail, hosted by the Maritime Museum of San Diego, will transform the North Embarcadero into a nautical theme park. More than 20 tall ships and other fascinating vessels from around the world will visit San Diego, Sept. 2-5. Parade of Sail The festival will kick off with a grand parade of sail on San Diego Bay at 11 a.m. on Thurs., Sept. 1. More than a dozen majestic windjammers, led by a vessel from the Unites States Navy, will sail into San Diego’s harbor in a magnificent nautical procession. The best spots to view from shore include the Maritime Museum, Cabrillo National Monument, local restaurants and businesses on Shelter Island, Harbor Island and the North Embarcadero. Please note that the list of ships scheduled to appear in the parade is subject to change. Ships should be docked by 2 p.m. at the museum and open for visitation starting on Fri., Sept. 2 at 9a.m.
The Festival Ships The festival will include more than twenty tall ships and other extraordinary vessels from around the world. The official tall ship of California, the Californian, the Gaff topsail schooner Bill of Rights, Irving and Exy Johnson, twin ships from San Pedro, and many more. A complete list of the participating ships can be found on the museum’s web site at: www.sdmaritime.org.
Cannon Battles Join the crew for a cannon battle at sea and experience naval warfare during the age of sail! Several ships will engage in cannon battle reenactments on San Diego Bay during the festival. Individuals can purchase tickets to be on board for the experience. Tickets are $65 for adults and $40 for children 12 and under. This is not recommended for children under 5. A 2011 tall ships ticket is also required. Tickets are for sale now on the museum’s website at www. sdmaritime.org. Cannon battle sails will sell out so we suggest that people get their tickets early.
Kids Zone Activities for kids will be open all four days with games with prizes and hands on activities. Petting zoo will be open Sat, Sun and Mon from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. All kids’ activities and petting zoo are included with admission.
Pirate Ship Adventures Adults and kids alike can take a 60-minute adventure cruise on the bay aboard the Pirate ship, Treasure Seeker. Help the pirates find the treasure and fire “water cannons” at anyone who tries to capture the ship. Tickets for this activity are $49 for adults and $46 for kids and require a festival ticket for entrance as well.
Napoleonic Cannon Firings The twelve pound cannons, known as Napoleons, are authentic Civil War cannons built in 1863, not replicas. The museum’s Shore Battery Artillery Team will also salute the ships with several rounds of fire as they pass by during the parade. The unit will demonstrate how the guns are cleaned and then will fire the 3 & 4 pound guns for a “noon salute” each day as well as firing volleys at the ships during the Gun Battles on the Bay.
Tall Ships Tickets Visitors must purchase a tall ships ticket to tour the festival ships. Each participating ship has its own unique stamp and guests can get their tickets stamped at each vessel. Tickets are an exceptional value at only $15 for adults and $10 for children (12 and under), Seniors (62 and over) and active military (valid identification required). Tickets are for sale now on the Maritime Museum’s we bsite at www.sdmaritime.org and will also be for sale at the festival. Tickets include entrance to the Maritime Museum of San Diego during the event and the build site for the construction of the new ship the San Salvador. Tickets are valid for all four days. Entrance to visit the vendor area is free.
San Salvador Village Admission to the village where the museum is building a replica of Juan Rodriguez’s ship, San Salvador, is included with festival admission. Watch the ship take shape as master shipbuilders create this magnificent galleon. Village also includes demonstrations by the Kumeyaay, blacksmithing, sailing making, and much more. Site is located at 4126 N. Harbor at the intersection of Spanish Landing Way and N. Harbor Dr across from the airport.
Location, Parking, Etc. The Festival of Sail will be located along the North Embarcadero between Ash and Grape Street. Parking will be extremely limited, we urge festival visitors to use public transportation. The County Center/Little Italy trolley station is only three blocks from the festival. For those that must drive their cars, nearby paid parking lots are available.
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Carrillo & Sons: A New Name In Honor Of Three Sons Carrillo & Sons is proud to announce the addition of Tony Jr., David and Daniel Carrillo to the day to day business operations combined with the public announcement that the company will assume the new business name of Carrillo & Sons Collision Center (formerly known as Carrillo’s Auto Body) located at 4680 Old Cliffs Road in Grantville. Carrillo & Sons has been family owned and operated in San Diego since 1981. Tony Jr., David and Daniel Carrillo have been a part of the shop since infancy, and are now fully involved in the day to day operations of Carrillo & Sons. All three brothers have been trained to the highest industry standards and are truly dedicated to provide the utmost in customer service. The staff at Carrillo & Sons Collision Center has over 80 years in the auto repair industry collectively. “I am so proud to have my 3 sons included in our business,” says Maria Carrillo, President of Carrillo & Sons Collision Center. “My sons have grown up in this garage and have learned that our name is our reputation. My sons and I take great pride in the service and quality that we provide to our customers.” Carrillo & Sons is a state certified green facility that has over 15,000 square feet of covered space inside their garage. The vast amount of space allows the staff of Carrillo & Sons Collision Center to work on over 50 cars at one time. It also allows Carrillo & Sons Collision Center the opportunity to perform a wide range of auto repairs including body work, paint, collision repair, mechanical repair as well as some electrical repair.
San Diego River Park Foundation Receives National Award The San Diego River Park Foundation has been selected as the 2011 Take Pride in America National Award winner for outstanding partner. The award was presented in a ceremony at the South Court of the White House on Jul. 18. Rob Hutsel, the organization’s executive director and one of its founders, was in Washington to receive the award on behalf of the organization. “We are deeply moved by this national recognition of our San Diego-based organization,” Hutsel said upon hearing of the award. “It is a testimony to the great efforts of thousands of volunteers to change the future of our historic San Diego River.” Rob continued by saying, “it is inspirational to think that the White House is aware of the great work being done here.” Just by coincidence, the award was presented on the organization’s 10th anniversary as it was officially founded on July 18, 2001. The award recognizes the volunteer programs of the San Diego River Park Foundation and its many accomplishments. One of the most significant is its initiative to clean-up the San Diego River which has resulted in more than 1.3 million lbs. of trash and debris removed. Thousands of San Diegans have participated in this program which now coordinates in excess of 10,000 hours of service. The River Park Foundation also organizes volunteers to care for local parks, open space preserves, disaster response and many projects to advance a 52 –mile long park system along the River.
Chargers, from page 16 Listed below is the Chargers upcoming 2011 schedule including a date change for the team’s second pre-season game against the Dallas Cowboys. Preseason Thur. Aug. 11 Seattle 5:00 PM Sun. Aug. 21 at Dallas 5:00 PM Sat. Aug. 27 at Arizona 7:00 PM Thur. Sept. 1 San Francisco 7:00 PM Regular Season Sun. Sept. 11 Minnesota 1:15 pm Sun. Sept. 18 at New England1:15 pm Sun. Sept. 25 Kansas City 1:05 pm Sun. Oct. 2 Miami 1:15 pm Sun. Oct. 9 at Denver 1:15 pm BYE WEEK Sun. Oct. 23 at New York Jets10:00 am Mon. Oct. 31 at Kansas City 5:30 pm Sun. Nov. 6 Green Bay 1:15 pm Thur. Nov. 10 Oakland 5:20 pm Sun. Nov. 20 at Chicago* 1:15 pm Sun. Nov 27 Denver* 1:15 pm Mon. Dec 5 at Jacksonville 5:30 pm Sun. Dec 11 Buffalo* 1:15 pm Sun. Dec 18 Baltimore* 5:20 pm Sat. Dec. 24 at Detroit 1:05 pm Sun. Jan 1 at Oakland* 1:15 pm
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MissionTimesCourier.com — August 5, 2011 (left) On the 4th Saturday of each month from 1:30-4:30 p.m., community volunteers under the direction of Ranger Jason Allen gather to work in the Navajo Canyon between Del Cerro and Allied Gardens, to help maintain and preserve the environment flourishing in this spectacular canyon. All volunteers are welcome. Meet Ranger Allen in the parking lot at Palisades Presbyterian Church at 6301 Birchwood St. in Allied Gardens.
San Carlos Area Council By John F. Pilch, President The San Carlos Area Council will not hold a meeting in August. Our first meeting after the summer recess is scheduled for Wed., Sept. 7 at 7 p.m. at the San Carlos Branch Library, 7265 Jackson Dr. We are working on a presentation from an advisory committee known as Building Better Health – East County (BBHEC). Jay Wilson and I are members of the group, which has the blessing of Supervisor Dianne Jacob, and focuses on getting everyone east of I-15 on the road to better health. The numbers 3-4-62 have particular meaning to BBHEC. You can learn more about the numbers and the program by attending the Sept. 7 meeting. In the interim, you can visit the County website at www.sdcounty. ca.gov and look for the Health & Human Services Agency for more information about BBBHC. This summer was particularly busy with the City Redistricting process. Jay Wilson and I started attending Redistricting Commission (RC) meetings in April. We continued our work in earnest, as meetings grew more frequent in June and July, with a focus on keeping all four Navajo communities in the same City Council District. We were successful regarding Navajo and ended up with the new District 7 on the Preliminary map completely north of I-8. It now includes the Mission Valley Area, most of Linda Vista, Birdland and Serra Mesa. We keep Tierrasanta and Miramar East. By the time you read this article, the last public comment hearing at the Joan Kroc Center will have occurred on Wed., Aug. 3. We will continue our efforts to keep the new D-7 intact, as shown on the Preliminary Map, which was approved by a 5-2 vote of the RC on Jul. 21. On the local front, several projects in San Carlos were on the Navajo Community Planners, Inc. (NCPI) agenda on Jul. 18. Letters of Support were approved for the Lake Murray Playground Project and the proposed Performing Arts Center at Patrick Henry High School. The Conditional Use Permit for the Grow Smart Child’s Academy at 6261 Jackson Dr. was opposed by a 12-0 vote, based mainly on the parking issue and the effect of another commercial building in a residential zone. The demolition of the Valero Service Station at Navajo and Jackson, with a new station and car wash to replace it, was approved by an 11-0-1 vote. No alcohol will be sold at this location. The NCPI Board felt this project would improve the appearance of that corner of the intersection. The See SCAC, page 22
Del Cerro Action Council – Redistricting Moving Forward By Jay Wilson, President It appears the Navajo Community will remain intact as it relates to the new council district boundaries drawn up by the Redistricting Commission. However, there were some anxious moments over the past few weeks. At one point there were several maps in circulation by various special interest groups, and by the Redistricting Commission, dividing up portions of the Navajo Community; splitting Allied Gardens and Grantville away from Del Cerro and San Carlos, or splitting San Carlos down Navajo Road. In the end, the continual in-person testimony by John Pilch, Judy McCarty and me, coupled with the emails and phone calls from residents, prevailed. On Thursday, Jul. 21, the Redistricting Commission submitted the Jul. 19 Plan and that has the Navajo Community belonging to the new District 7 that now includes Tierrasanta, Serra Mesa, Mission Valley and a good portion of Linda Vista. When the voters approved adding a ninth council district, the number of constituents in a district dropped from 186,400 to 144,600. There is one final round of public input in August. I urge you to take a few minutes and log into the redistricting web site and take a look at the new boundaries: www.sandiego.gov/redistricting/pdf/2011/110719agenda. pdf. The quarterly DCAC meeting was held on Jul. 28. The featured speaker was School Board Member Kevin Bieser. He provided an update on the status and impact of the school district’s financial constraints, and the budget’s impact on our school children. We also received an update on the long-awaited theater/auditorium for Patrick Henry High School. It has gone without an auditorium for 44 years. I have received several emails from residents concerned about the number of accidents at the intersection of Del Cerro Blvd. and College Avenue. I requested Ed Zwibel, our Police Community Relations Officer to run a report on the accidents over the past year. There have been nine. As a follow up, I have requested the City’s Traffic Engineering Department to
evaluate the intersection again, and provide its recommendations on how to improve its traffic safety. If you have any city-related concerns, email me at jwilson2@cox.net. Piles of dead brush at the bottom of Navajo Canyon were also brought to my attention. Ranger Josh Allen suggested that, because of the endangered bird nesting season, his crews cannot enter the canyon to remove the debris until the nesting season ends on Sept. 15. There are areas of the canyon that can be maintained and improved. The Navajo Canyoneers, under the direction of Ranger Allen, traditionally meet the fourth Saturday of every month from 1:304:30 p.m. at the Palisades Church parking lot in Allied Gardens at the end of Easton Ct. They trek down into the canyon for trail maintenance and brush control. Ranger Allen said “We can always use volunteers who want to help preserve and maintain this wonderful canyon.” The seventh annual Summer Pops Concert on the Green at the Allied Gardens Community Park on Jul. 17, featuring the 70-piece Tifereth Israel Community Orchestra was a great success. According to staff at the Allied Gardens Recreation Center, 1,154 people enjoyed the concert. Aug. 6 will be the first of two Movies shown in the Park in August, they will be shown also at the Allied Gardens Community Park. Despicable Me will be shown at dusk (show time determined by Don Brennan of MME Event Productions). This event is presented by SpringFest Inc. Iron Man II will be shown on August 27, sponsored by Crusaders Soccer Club. Bring a blanket and/or low back beach chairs, your family, friends, and neighbors, and have a great evening. Light refreshments will be available.
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Saranac-Mohawk Community Group By Gale Susan Barlow, Group Member Will the celebration ever cease? After years of communication with local and corporate Ralphs personnel, Saranac-Mohawk neighbors are rejoicing at Ralphs’ new shopping cart security system, inaugurated the week of Jul. 22. Proposed solutions to the cart nuisance and safety problem had ranged from demonstrating in front of the store, paying a bonus to the cart retrieval company, and, the all-time favorite, decorating abandoned carts with bunches of flowers and rolling them hither and yon them to beautify the neighborhood. Before any of these measures had to be implemented, Ralphs adopted cart capture and rescued the neighborhood from wandering abandoned shopping carts. And why not? Each cart costs about $400. Stores without a cart capture system have to hire contractors to seek and return carts. The Saranac-Mohawk community invites Ralphs shoppers to thank the store staff for the investment in cart security. One place to celebrate cart capture might be the new Lisko Artisan Deli and Fish Market at 6548 El Cajon Blvd., west of Saranac-Mohawk at Rolando Blvd. Owner Kosta Houdalakis has been on site since Apr. 12, transforming vacant commercial space into his vision of gourmet eating. For the official end of remodeling and ready-for-business date, see: http://liskoartisandeliandfishmarket.com or just walk in. Lisko offers dinners for four for $12 that can be prepared at home in 15 minutes. It is not an illusion that the mulch pile at the Harriet Tubman Village Charter School recreation field is growing rather than shrinking. Beautification Day Chair, Troy Murphree, and the Tubman School staff have made free mulch available to the community for the second time. Saranac-Mohawk neighbors desiring free mulch are invited to spread one unit of mulch around the Tubman orchard for every unit of mulch they take home. Call (619) 303-0505 for access to the mulch: Mulch given and delivered free is available to many residents in the Mission Times Courier circulation area through San Diego Tree Care. Check their web site for eligible zip codes: www.sandiegotreecare.com/freemulch.htm. At the Jul. 20 meeting, 7th District Councilmember Marti Emerald’s representative, Tim Taylor, addressed concerns about City Council redistricting. Saranac-Mohawk residents are waiting for a Council vote to learn what district they will call home after a 9th District is added to the Council. Community Relations Officer (CRO) Jenny Hall reported on the assignment of CRO Meghan Bisesto to the College Area, effective September with the SDPD realignment. The next meeting of the Saranac Mohawk Community Group will be on Aug. 17. The Saranac-Mohawk Community Group is a neighborhood of the College East District, comprising residential and business neighbors from the north side of El Cajon Blvd. to Alvarado Rd. and from Reservoir Dr. to 70th St. Meetings are open to the public and are held monthly on the third Wednesday from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the College-Rolando Library, 6600 Montezuma Rd. The Group hosts speakers and advocates for public safety, beautification, traffic calming, and park development projects. For more information, contact Chairperson Terry Shirley at tshirley@cox.net.
Ralphs flyer announcing new cart capture system.
Each cart costs about $400. Stores without a cart capture system have to hire contractors to seek and return carts. The Saranac-Mohawk community invites Ralphs shoppers to thank the store staff for the investment in cart security.
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SCAC, from page 20 new telecom antennas proposed by AT&T at the Masonic Lodge on Tommy Drive was not heard, due to the applicant not being present. There was opposition by some neighbors, who were allowed to place their comments on the public record. Also mentioned at the NCPI meeting were speed limit increases on two San Carlos streets, to allow them to remain radar enforceable. They first is on Park Ridge Blvd, increased from 30 to 35 mph, between Wandermere Dr. and Navajo Rd. The other is on San Carlos Dr., increased from 25 to 30 mph, from Cowles Mountain Blvd. to Lake Murray Blvd. Please watch your speed on these roadways, especially when school begins, and note that “radar enforceable” probably means officers using radar to monitor your speed will probably be in those areas. The San Carlos Area Council made a donation to the Lake Murray Music Fest and Fireworks event and hopes you enjoyed the fireworks display over the lake. If you would like to receive information about speakers, meeting reminders and agendas and other local news, please send an e-mail message to jfpilch@hotmail.com and request that your name be added to the SCAC Interested Party e-mail list. If you have an issue you wish us to consider or just have a question about the community, contact me at (619) 462-1408 or jfpilch@hotmail.com.
Re: Tribute to Dorothy Leonard I read with interest Larry Stirling’s tribute to Dorothy Leonard, particularly with regard to expanding Mission Trails Regional Park. Stirling comments positively how the expansion was due to purchasing land from private owners without having to resort to Eminent Domain. However, some of the history is not so sanguine or praiseworthy. At present the Mission Trails Regional Park Master Plan update includes expansion into East Elliott. This land used to be part of Camp Elliott. The Federal Government, in cooperation with the City of San Diego, sold land to private citizens intended for residential development. The Feds gave the City 2000 acres for public purposes that was intended to be the open space offset to the residential community. It included Fortuna Mountain. How is it possible to expand the park into property that was sold for residences? In 1997 the City implemented the Multiple Species Conservation Program (MSCP). The MSCP was called enlightened public purpose legislation because it protected private property rights. It was designed to allow owners to develop 25% of their property. The City obtained, at no cost, 75% of the privately owned property for open space. However, at the same time, the City revised the East Elliott Community Plan. That plan eliminated development on over two-thousand acres, dedicating the area to open space. Though very low density zoning (1 dwelling unit per acre) remains, the City adopted a policy only allowing 1 dwelling unit per parcel. If a citizen owned a 25-acre parcel, he or she would only be allowed to place one dwelling unit on it. These city policies discouraged development. The City then goes to owners offering to buy their property. That is how the City is able to incorporate property sold for residential development into Mission Trails Regional Park. Stephen Goldfarb, San Diego
Our Public School Kids Deserve Better It’s tougher than ever for kids in San Diego to get a good education in our public schools. As a parent who’s involved in the San Diego community, I value the need for all kids to graduate and leave high school college-ready. But consider this fact: More than half of San Diego Unified School District elementary and middle school students test below grade level for math and English language arts, and only about three in 10 high school graduates meet basic course requirements for eligibility to the California State University/ University of California systems. These dreadful statistics are especially troubling given that per pupil spending increased by 25 percent from 2005-2009. Costs go up, results remain the same. Clearly, we need to change how we’re approaching public education in San Diego. That’s why I support the Accountability and Student Performance Initiative, which makes student success the No. 1 priority. First, the initiative would increase transparency by requiring the district to develop plans to improve student achievement in each school, and require the district to provide progress reports for each school to the public, mayor and city council every year. Also, the initiative would institute district-only elections, rather than the current at-large elections of board members, to make the board members directly accountable to parents and concerned residents in those neighborhoods and reduce the impact of big-money special interests that have controlled recent school board elections. Last, the reform measure would expand the board to include four appointed board members with experience in the areas of education, finance, public administration or public service. These board members wouldn’t need campaign money from special interests to get elected; they could simply focus on what’s best for our children. We need to put an end to political squabbles and give teachers a stable work environment to promote learning. As a parent, I want to see our kids do their very best. It’s time to put kids first. Scott Hasson, A Tierrasanta resident who supports the Accountability and Student Performance Initiative. Learn more at www.sd4greatschools.org.
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Community CLASSIFIEDS SERVICES Wallcovering Contractor-Enhance the beauty and value of your home! Removal, prep and installation. Precise, superior workmanship by Mr. Elisha Blatt, Lic.# 644396. Discounts on wallcoverings available. Free estimates. 619-582-4449 (07/12) Gardening Service: Lawns, hedges, weeding, trimming, we do it all! 25 years experience, Allied Gardens resident since 1983. Weekly/bi-weekly service. Licensed/insured. Free estimates. 619-287-6947 (07/12) Quality exterior carpentry. Decks, Fences, Patio Covers and Termite Repair. Lic 365241 www. aactionbuildersofsandiego.com Bob 619-275-1493 (04/12) Pet/Housesitting Services. Est. 1983, Bonded. Pet-tenders offers feeding, walking, plant care, housesitting-and above all...spoiling...in your own home! www.pet-tenders.com 619-298-3033. (03/12) Flute/Piano Instruction. 30 years experience. Beginner to advanced. Music Education. B.A. Degree. Reasonable rates. Available for teaching in your home or mine. Rick, 619-286-8012. (03/12) Professional Power Washing. We specialize in cleaning driveways, patios, tile roofs, stucco, wood decks, rain gutters. Call 619-460-8177 www. sandiegopowerclean.com. (03/12) Save water, save money. Take the hassle out of irrigation scheduling, and upgrade your irrigation system with a ‘smart’ controller or timer. Your watering schedule will be adjusted as the weather changes. Rebates available. Call 619-251-3775. (02/12) Contractor/handyman, small jobs ok. Plumbing, carpentry, electrical, doors, roll up garage door repair, laminate floors. Licensed and insured, Bill #701783. 619-698-0375. (01/12) Linda’s Puppy Love. Bonded, licensed, insured pet & housesitting service offers daily dog walks, cat care, vacation visits, overnight care, love, care & attention. www.lindaspuppylove.com 619-857-3674. (01/12) Keith Everett Construction and Handyman Service: All phases of home remodeling and repair. Window and door replacement specialist. Repair or build any style of fence, deck, or patio cover. Kitchen and bath remodels. Senior discount, references. No job too small. Lic #878703. Call 619-255-3499. (01/12) Roofing, licensed, bonded, second generation Allied Gardens roofer. Over 100 homes in Allied Gardens roofed. Repairs, all types of roofing. Free estimates. Call 619-287-7149. (12/11) Jenna’s Barber Shoppe. Styling for men, women & children. Wheelchair friendly. Old time expert haircuts at affordable prices. Colors & perms. 7424 Jackson Dr.#1A (across from Keil’s in Bank of America lot) Tues-Fri., 8:30-3:30pm; Sat. 8:30-noon. By appt., 619-644-3669. (12/11) Bathtubs Refinished. Fiberglass & porcelain. Bathtubs – kitchen sinks – washbasins. Fiberglass crack support and repairs. Over 25 years experience – same owner. Lic #560438. Call 619-464-5141. (12/11) Let Stronger, Safer Seniors improve your strength, balance, stamina and confidence! We offer you fun and invigorating personalized workouts in the privacy of your home. Call Pam Melody, Certified Personal Trainer, at 619-962-7144 or email to pkmelody@sbcglobal.net to schedule your free consultation. (12/11)
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Locksmith – Discount Deadbolts & Rekeying – security door viewers, patio door locks, simulated alarms, magnetic door stops. Cliff Henderson 619-8403327 – Lic #LCO4353 – Bonded – Never a trip charge! (10/11) German Setter Tile and Marble. Professional stone/ tilesetter with 26 years experience. European craftsmanship. Punctual & dependable. License #872804. Contact Jens Sedemund: 619-415-6789 or jens@germansetter.com. (10/11)
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Abraham: father of all religions Abraham, whose birth name was Abram, is often referred to as “the father of all religions” and he features prominently in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. This is because he was the first to accept the concept of “One father, and only one father” as commanded by God. According to both the Hebrew Bible and the Qur’an, Abraham is the forefather of many tribes, including the Ishmaelites, Israelites, Midianites, Edomites. Abraham was a descendant of Noah’s son, and Lot was his nephew. Both Abraham and Lot had visits from three mysterious angels who relayed messages from God and were instrumental in setting the stage for the destruction of Sodom & Gomorrah.
San Carlos UMC To Host Funpalooza Fair
St. Dunstan’s
To Host Rummage Sale
On Sat., Aug. 27, between 10 a.m.-3 p.m., San Carlos United Methodist Church will host a Funpalooza Fair, featuring unique gifts and services for sale, as well as, food to purchase and eat on site or baked goods and produce to take home. There will be a fun area for children and bits of live musical entertainment throughout the day. All the Funpalooza will take place on the upper part of San Carlos UMC campus which is located at the corner of Navajo Road and Cowles Mountain Boulevard. Join us for this festive family event.
It is once again time for St. Dunstan Episcopal Church’s Annual Rummage Sale! This huge sale has what you’re looking for, from clothes to collectibles to electronics to furniture and everything in between! Doors will be open Fri., Aug. 26 and Sat., Aug. 27 from 7:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Be sure to look for our ad in the Mission Times Courier, and save $2 off your $10 minimum purchase with our coupon. Proceeds from the Rummage Sale support St. Dunstan’s Outreach programs, including the Interfaith Homeless Shelter Network, El Nido (domestic violence shelter), the Teen Shelter, the Episcopal Refugee Network and many other local, national and international projects. So be sure to come on out and shop until you drop. St. Dunstan’s Episcopal Church is located at 6556 Park Ridge Blvd., San Diego, 92120.
For more information, contact the church office at (619) 464-4331.
Tifereth Israel Sisterhood Presents “Language and Laughter” Tifereth Israel Sisterhood proudly presents “Language and Laughter” an evening with bestselling language writer Richard Lederer, author of Anguished Englishseries and his current books, The Gift of Ageand A Tribute to Teachers. This special evening will take place at Tifereth Israel Synagogue, 6660 Cowles Mountain Blvd, San Diego, 92119, on Sat., Sept., 17 at 8 p.m. A wine and dessert reception will follow. Books will be available for purchase and will be signed by the author. Tickets are $15 if purchased in advance and $20 at the door. To purchase tickets, mail a check to: Tifereth Israel Sisterhood, 6660 Cowles Mountain Blvd., San Diego, CA 92119, or purchase online at www.tiferethisrael.com/sisterhoodthis-month. Click on Richard Lederer. Dr. Lederer will take you on a joy ride through the glories and oddities of our marvelous English language in which you drive in a parkway and park in a driveway and your nose can run and your feet can smell. He is the author of 40 books about language, history, humor and a book on the art of playing poker. He has been profiled in magazines as diverse as The New Yorker, People,and the National Inquirer and is founding co-host of “A Way with Words” on Public Radio. You may learn more about Dr. Lederer online at www.verbivore.com Dr. Lederer’s syndicated column, “Looking at Language,” appears in newspapers and magazines throughout the United States. He has been named International Punster of the Year and Toastmasters International’s Golden Gavel winner. The community is welcome. As the father of Howard “The Professor” Lederer and Annie Duke, Richard Lederer is the most successful breeder of world-class poker players in history. He will conduct a poker tutorial for poker players on Sun., Oct. 30th from 1:30pm to 4:30pm at Tifereth Israel Synagogue, 6660 Cowles Mountain Blvd., San Diego, 92119. Tickets for the tutorial with Richard Lederer will be available for $25 and can be purchased on the evening of September 17th, or by sending your check to: Tifereth Israel Sisterhood, 6660 Cowles Mountain Blvd., San Diego, CA 92119 or paying online at: tiferethisrael.com/sisterhoodthis-month. Click on Richard Lederer.
For more information, contact Tifereth Israel Synagogue at (619) 697- 6001.
Ascension Lutheran Church will hold its 12th annual Scandinavian Festival celebrating the music, food, crafts and heritage of Scandinavia. The Smorgasbord Dinner will serve traditional foods from Norway, Sweden and Denmark including but not limited to homemade breads, lefse, herring, dilled salmon, pate, Swedish potato sausage, Danish roast beef, Swedish meatballs, red cabbage, pickled beets, browned new potatoes with cream sauce, assorted cheeses and fine desserts. Dinner is at 6 p.m. and the auction goes from 6-9 p.m. Reservations are due by Sept. 1, individually or by tables of 8. For more information, contact Erin Ethington, (619) 582-2636 at Ascension Lutheran Church, 5106 Zion Ave., San Diego, 92120 or at ascensionlc@ascension-church.com.
St. Dunstan’s Episcopal Church Presents
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Rummage Sale! Proceeds from the Rummage Sale support outreach
programs at St. Dunstan's, including the Interfaith Shelter Network (homeless shelter), El Nido (domestic violence shelter), The Teen Shelter, Episcopal Refugee Network and many other local, national and international projects.
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THE IDEALFromCONNECTION Don & Melissa Teemsma
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Your home water heater is one of those things you don’t really think about, until you have a major problem. Once installed, it’s “out of sight, out of mind…” (until you have a major leak or you stop getting hot water!) We suggest taking a proactive approach – it will save you money, time, and a headache in the long run.
Why you should replace your water heater BEFORE it leaks: -Save Money: It’s cheaper to be pay for the cost of replacing a water heater than to pay for the water damage or water loss cost. In addition, your homeowner’s policy or insurance company may only cover part of the damage and clean up, and may not cover the cost of the burst water heater. You will also pay your deductible and may risk having your rate go up or even be cancelled. A slow leak from your water heater often goes unnoticed, and by the time it’s obvious, a lot of wood and drywall can be ruined, and sometimes mold forms too. -Save Water: Whether you have a 40, 50, or 75 gallon water heater, having it leak drip by drip, or having a major burst, can cause lots of water loss over time. If your water heater is located in a closet, a crawl space, or even in the garage Don & Melissa Teemsma on a stand or platform, you may not realize it’s leaking until you notice secondary damage, or receive a higher than average water bill. 2nd Generation owners, Ideal Plumbing, Heating, -Maintain Comfort: If your hot water heater goes out, you or your family may be without hot water for a few hours Air & Electrical or even until the next day. A water heater can burst or go out at any time, even the middle of the night. Getting a plumber out during overtime emergency hours can be costly. Here’s a few steps you can take to get acquainted with your water heater: 1. Know the location of your water heater Believe it or not, many people may not know the location of their water heater, especially if they’re a new homeowner. Common locations are the garage, attic, closet, or crawl space. 2. Know where and how to shut off the water Everyone who lives in your home should know how and where to turn off the water at the water heater and the main house shut off. Make sure the shut off is working - sometimes they get frozen and won’t work when you need it to, or in an emergency. 3. Know the age of your water heater If you don’t have the original paperwork to indicate the water heater age, locate the water heater serial number. Sometimes manufacturers display the date of when the water heater was made in the first four digits of the serial number. For example, 0895FR563 would indicate it was made in August of 1995. You can visit your manufacturer’s website for instructions on identifying the water heater age.
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GEMS& JEWELS By Enhancery Jewelers, Kathleen White, Graduate Gemologist, GIA
HOW TO AVOID CHLORINE STRESS ON JEWELRY Chlorine stress cracking is a chemical reaction between gold jewelry and chlorine that causes breakdown of the metal causing broken prongs and ring shanks. Chlorine dissolves the alloys found in white and yellow gold and can cause a perfectly good and often new piece of jewelry to break. Chlorine is found with increasing use in household “non-abrasive” cleaners and of course in laundry detergents and bleach. It is also used in pool and hot tub water. Hot tub water is five times more damaging due to heat and increased chlorine concentrations. What can you do to avoid this costly problem? Take off rings while cleaning and try to avoid wearing jewelry in the pool or hot tub. Rings set with stones, especially with prongs are most subject to damages. BIRTHSTONE OF THE MONTH - PERIDOT Peridot is the official birthstone for the month of August. It is also the stone for the Zodiac sign of Libra. Peridot may also be given as a gem on the 16th wedding anniversary. The name Peridot is pronounced (Pear- a- doe). Peridot is the gem variety of olivine and ranges between 6.5 and 7 on the Mohs scale of hardness. Gem quality peridot comes from Arizona, Burma, Norway, islands in the Red Sea, Hawaii and is sometimes found in meteorites. Call Enhancery Jewelers at (619)282-3900 for answers to any gem and jewelry questions you may have. Enhancery Jewelers is located in the Chili’s Shopping Center at 4242 Camino del Rio N.#17 (at I-8 & Mission Gorge). Open Tues.-Fri., 10-6 pm; Sat. 10-4pm. Martin and Kathleen White have owned Enhancery Jewelers for over thirty one years. They specialize in diamond and gemstone jewelry, custom design, appraisals, jewelry and watch repairs. Visit us on the web at www.enhancery.com or follow us on Facebook... Advertisement