Mission Times Courier - February 2010

February 5, 2010

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Volume XVI – Number I

Scholarship Helps Students Fulfill Friends of Lake Murray

By Barbara Cleves Anderson Dream to Study Abroad Kurt Vonnegut wrote, "We are here to help each other

By Golda Akhgarnia San Diego State senior Ashley Berry was always determined to study abroad despite facing financial hardship.

"Studying abroad has always been a dream of mine," Berry said, "and I knew one day I'd make it happen for myself."

When it came time to start planning her trip, Berry knew she would need some help to fund her dream. She applied for the prestigious Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship and was one of four SDSU students (out of 900 recipients) to receive the scholarship.

Now Berry plans to use her award to study in Montevideo, Uruguay.

Gilman scholarship The Gilman scholarship provides awards of up to $5,000 for U.S. undergraduate students to study abroad for up to one academic year. It serves students who are receiving a Federal Pell Grant at the time of the application or at the time of study abroad.

SDSU ranks high in the nation for students studying abroad as part of their college experience. Berry did not want to miss out on this Eduardo Santacruz experience; receiving the scholarship meant a lot to her, as she will now be in far less debt and does not have to worry about taking out loans.

She plans to take advantage of this opportunity to immerse herself in Uruguay's rich culture, and will take courses with Uruguayans and live with a host family.

"I'm looking forward to exploring the unknown, learning the language, trying new food, meeting new people and experiencing a different way of living."

SDSU junior Eduardo Santacruz, another Gilman scholarship recipient, will study Spanish Ashley Berry literature at the University of Barcelona during the spring 2010 semester. He looks forward to learning more about a different part of the world, as well as himself, as he goes out on his own and develops his continued on page 13

Alvarado Hospital's Dr. Curtis McGuyer named new Chief of Staff Dr. Curtis McGuyer, pathologist, has been named Alvarado Hospital chief of staff, effective the first of January. The appointment is well deserved following 19 years of duty at the hospital, including serving as the chief of staff elect for the past year.

As the chief of staff, Dr. McGuyer now has many new duties in addition to continuing his position as a pathologist. This includes enforcing the rules and regulations of medical bylaws for patient safety, review policy and procedures, being a spokesman for the more than 450 members of the medical staff, responsibility for sanctions and continued education, interpreting policies to the governing staff, and appointing committee chairs for standing committees.

In addition to becoming chief of staff, Dr. McGuyer is also a California State Commissioner for the College of American Pathologists and helps di-

rect two reference labs in San Diego.

He is also a member of the San Diego Medical Society, California Medical Society and American Society of Clinical Pathology.

He was voted "Top Doctor"

by San Diego Magazine in 2006, 2008 and 2009 for his medical contributions Dr. McGuyer to the community.

"As a right brain thinker, I find working on difficult cases in the lab similar to solving pieces in a challenging puzzle," said Dr. McGuyer. "It's wonderful to be able to diagnose and solve an issue while helping others continued on page 10

get through this thing, whatever it is."

Charlotte and Ed Blank walk at Lake Murray. Charlotte doesn't walk every day but occasionally a group of us get together for breakfast and we talk. We recently discovered that we both like quotes. I read them, savor them and forget most of them. Charlotte writes them down to peruse from time to time. A good quote is one that makes one say "Hmmm." I read a quote recently that put in perspective what I had been thinking about. "Compassion is a foundation for sharing our aliveness and building a more humane world." - Martin Lowenthal.

I read this quote and immediately thought of a young family I've heard of but haven't met. Court Levy and his wife Amy by all indications are kind. They also act on their kindness. Court's mom is one of the Floras. (When I first met Flora, I couldn't tell them apart. One Flora is Fran and the other is Dora.

They both have reddish, short hair and Amy Levy with her daughter wear visors. They are approximately the Sarah Elizabeth. continued on page 11

Home of Guiding Hands and the Lake Murray Playground Project benefit from “The Trails” Fundraiser The Trails Neighborhood Eatery helped raise funds for two community organizations in mid-January: the El Cajonbased Home of Guiding Hands, and the Lake Murray Playground Project.

Owner Stacey PoonKinney donated 10 percent of the restaurant's dinner proceeds to each nonprofit, totaling just more than $300 for the Home of Guiding Hands' fund- Families enjoyed dinner at The Trails raiser on January 14th and Neighborhood Eatery as part of a Lake 15th, and about $200 for the Murray Playground Project fundraiser.

Lake Murray Playground Project's fund-raiser on January 16th.

"This is just the beginning for us," says Poon-Kinney. "We intend to make this a cornerstone of our business. Part of our mission is to take care of the community that takes care of us."

The Home of Guiding Hands, based in El Cajon, provides services to people with development disabilities and Local children checked out the their families. The Lake Murray proposed Lake Murray Community Playground Project is working Park playground design at a fundraiser to design, fund and re-build the held at The Trails located in San Carlos. playground at Lake Murray Commuplayground. nity Park.

Both community organizations The playground boosters were were able to invite their own friends able to raise additional funds through and families to the fundraising dinan opportunity drawing, t-shirt and ners, with The Trails also donating a water bottle sales, and orders for pavportion of its proceeds from walk-in ers that will surround the revamped continued on page 12

Photo credit: Rob Hotz

Four SDSU students are recipients of the prestigious Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship

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Ask the Cop

By Officer Christina Burhans, San Diego Police Dept, Eastern Division This month I would like to introduce Ken Stewart who has been recently assigned to Eastern Division as a service area lieutenant. Lt. Stewart comes from Central Division where he was a lieutenant for three years. He will be replacing Lt. Bernie Colon, who has been reassigned to the Vice unit.

Lt. Stewart is a 25-year veteran with the San Officer Christina Burhans Diego Police Department. During his tenure on the police force he has worked throughout the city in a variety of assignments including patrol, detective, and as a patrol sergeant in Mid-city and Eastern Division. Lt. Stewart Lt. Stewart will be a great asset to our community.

Mission Times Courier Readers: I want to use this column as a resource for residents who may have questions, concerns and suggestions. I encourage your letters. Please contact me via email at askthecop@missiontimescourier.com and I will answer your questions and address your concerns. I am looking forward to hearing from residents in Eastern Division as we work toward finding public safety solutions.

Del Cerro resident writes children's book A new children's book, Laverne the Runaway Stowaway, produced by San Diego International Airport as part of their Airport Explorers program has debuted. The book author is Judy McSweeney, an airport employee and resident of Del Cerro. "Laverne" will educate and entertain young audiences by sharing the whimsical adventures of a lost, endangered least tern that nests at the airport. Through the eyes of imaginary airport characters Propeller Pete, SkyKid Sam, Jet the dog and Flygirl Pearl, "Laverne" tells the story of a curious California least tern chick who gets lost and with the help of her new friends tries to find her way home on the airport's runway.

Judy McSweeney "Laverne" was chosen as the small seabird's name because it means "born in the spring," which corresponds with the start of the least tern's nesting season of April through September.

This is the newest in a series of books published as part of the Airport Explorers program, an ongoing initiative to inspire youth interest in aviation and environmental responsibility. "Laverne, the Runway Stowaway" will be donated to area libraries and San Diego schools. The book will be available for purchase this spring.

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Del Cerro Action Council

By Jay Wilson, President The update on San Diego State University and the fact they won their appeal was a hot topic at our January meeting and we will keep you up to date as we gain more information on what it actually means. At least we know neither SDSU nor the State has any funds to begin building anything in the near future.

We are also following the City's decision to drastically cut back on their maintenance of medians. Again at this point we do not have all the information, but it appears there will be even less maintenance on the medians and public right-of-way throughout the entire Navajo Community.

Our annual membership renewal is underway. Renewal notices are being sent to all our members and we encourage everyone to become a member. It is only $10 year per person. visit: www.delcerrocommunity.com for info.

Navajo Community Planners will be holding their annual elections in March. If you are interested in running for either one of the two seats up for election, please contact Matt Adams, Chairman of the NCPI Election Committee at Adams6467@cox.net.

Our next DCAC meeting will be on Thursday, April 22, 7:00pm at Temple Emanu-El. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have a question, comment or a City related matter that needs attention. Jwilson2@cox.net

Allied Gardens Community Council News

By Marilyn Reed On behalf of the members of the Allied Gardens Community Council, I would like to thank the community for their continued support throughout this past year. All of the subscriptions and ads to our Newsletter, as well as donations, provide the only source of revenue by which our Council is able to fund special projects in our community, such as the Holiday Festival and maintenance of the Jacaranda Bowl. I would also like to take this opportunity to extend an invitation to attend our Town Hall Meetings for 2010. These meetings are meant to provide a forum for the community, where issues concerning the quality of life and land use for Allied Gardens and Grantville residents can be openly discussed. Our presenters are community members, city employees, project developers or elected officials; who speak on varying topics ranging from health issues to redevelopment concerns.

In November, we had perhaps one of our most interesting meetings. Our speaker, ret. Brigadier General Robert Cardenas, discussed aviation history beginning with his experiences during World War II. Ret. Brig. Gen. Cardenas was a most informative and engaging speaker as he told of his survival after being shot down and escaping to England; working with Chuck Yeager on breaking the sound barrier and even flying the stealth bomber. Our sincere appreciation to longtime area businessman and realtor Chuck Ourlser, for his suggestion of ret. Brig. Gen. Cardenas as our main speaker and to Don Brennan, for donating his time and audio equipment for the presentation. Don perhaps is familiar to many of you, as he helps sponsor and produce Allied Gardens' largest event of the year, SpringFest. He also generously donates his time to plan, design, install and coordinate the Allied Gardens Movies in the Park, Pops Concert in the Park, and the Fourth of July Music Fest at Lake Murray Park.

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Team 7's accomplishments and plans for 2010!

"Ask George"

By City Councilmember Marti Emerald, District 7 Happy New Year! 2010 promises to be a year of challenges but also a year of discovery and opportunity. Budgets are tight. For many jobs are scarce. And we all have more questions than answers about the future.

But these same obstacles didn't stop us in 2009.

From the far Northern reaches of District 7 in Stonebridge near Poway to the Southern-most tip of our diverse district along Hwy 94, we worked together to fix lingering problems and create lasting change. And we did it on a budget!

Team 7 worked with property owners to clean up a crime-ridden neighborhood in Rolando Park. Volunteers in El Cerrito united to patrol their community and drive out criminals. We collaborated with the Urban Corps to clean up Alvarado Creek and end the annual cycle of flooding in Mission Gorge.

Volunteers planted trees in Allied Gardens. We mustered resources to pave streets, clear dangerous brush for our canyons and hillsides, including the slopes of Cowles Mountain above Navajo Road.

Each day Team 7 is proving government is responsive to citizens.

All of this plus balancing the City budget with community needs and priorities, creating tough new Councilmember water conservation laws, reforming our Community Emerald Block Grant program and mapping a new Fire Protection Master Plan for San Diego. All on a squeaky tight budget.

So, what's in store for 2010? In addition to citywide efforts to balance our City budget, ensure reliable public safety and continue our street and sidewalk maintenance programs, Team 7 is in working with our neighborhoods on many quality of life projects.

Team 7 is already working with families to rebuild the Lake Murray playground, on Murray Park Drive. Dedicated neighborhood volunteers are raising awareness and money for new play equipment, walkways and access for disabled children. Team 7 is recruiting more volunteers and supporters to fund and build this new playground. To help: lakemurrayplaygroundproject.org.

Residents in the Mission Gorge area are pulling together plans for District 7's first Dog Park. Team 7 is helping to streamline the process. Stay tuned.

We are working with the Urban Corps to preserve the great progress made to prevent flooding of Alvarado Canyon Creek. For the first time in years, our annual rains are NOT swamping the Creek and nearby businesses and roads.

The Greening of Greenbrier this last year was so popular, with free trees planted in Allied Gardens, Team 7 is expanding the planting effort in 2010. If you want to plant free trees in your neighborhood, give us a call or email Chris Pearson at www.cpearson@sandiego.gov.

Bottom line, we are joining with neighborhoods, private business and volunteers to achieve our Team 7 Mission: To empower communities through open, transparent and responsive government.

I look forward to this New Year: Showing what we're made of and what we can accomplish together.

Expert Answers to Common DMV Questions

By George Valverde - Director, California Department of Motor Vehicles Do you have questions about general driving related requirements like registration and insurance? Are you unclear about laws and restrictions related to driving? The California Department of Motor Vehicles has answers. "Save Time by Going Online," at www.dmv.ca.gov.

Q: What is the DMV's policy for headgear when the license photo is taken?

A. The department prefers the removal of headgear, unless it is part of your normal identification, or is worn because of religious beliefs. In those instances, headgear is permissible as long as the individual's face is visible. Generally, headgear such as a baseball hat can obstruct the eyes, nose, mouth or cause dark shadows. This can result in unacceptable photographs and unnecesGeorge Valverde sary return trips to our field offices.

Q: My husband and I have started to take daily walks around our neighborhood for exercise. We live in an area with heavy traffic and want to know if there are any rules we should keep in mind as pedestrians. Do you have any advice?

A: Thank you for seeking out information about how to be a safe pedestrian! One out of every six traffic fatalities is a pedestrian, so it is important for you to be informed. The 2009 California Driver Handbook offers these tips to pedestrians: • Never "jaywalk," or cross a street between intersections. Always cross at a crosswalk.

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Blood Drive at Patrick Henry High School The San Diego Blood Bank will be coming to Patrick Henry High School on February 11th for a Blood Drive. Walk-ins are welcome!!! Patrick Henry High is located at 6702 Wandermere Drive off Park Ridge Blvd.

To help support student activities on the PHHS Campus, the Patrick Henry ASB is always looking for community donations. If you are able to help please make checks payable to Patrick Henry High School ASB.

Boy Scout Troop 959's Annual Scout Sunday Pancake Breakfast & Candy Sale As part of Boy Scout Troop's 959 celebration of Scout Sunday, the troop is pleased to host the 17th annual Pancake Breakfast and Flower/Candy Sale on February 7, 2010 from 7:30am - 10:00am at the San Carlos United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall.

Funds raised during this event will be used by scouts to help offset costs for outings such as summer camp. Troop 959 would like to thank San Carlos United Methodist Church and the surrounding communities for continuous support of the scouting program.

In addition, the troop thanks the community for donations towards the success of Troop 959 Pancake Breakfast: • Denny's (Navajo/Fletcher Parkway) • Mimi's Café (Santee Trolley) • Starbuck's (Navajo Rd) • Albertson's (Lake Murray) • Keils • Troop 959 Families • IHOP (Broadway La Mesa) San Carlos United Methodist Church is located at 6554 Cowles Mountain Blvd. To purchase tickets, contact seefeldtbsa@sbcglobal.net. Tickets are $4 per person in advance; $5 at the door.

For info about Troop 959, contact Mr. Randy Seefeldt, (619) 917- 6338 or visit our web site, www.bsatroop959.com. Find out more about scouting in San Diego-Imperial Council at www.sdicbsa.org

St. Dunstan's Episcopal Church Activities "Laissez les bon temps..." It's MARDIS GRAS again! Saturday, February 13, 5:30pm, Parish House at St. Dunstan's Episcopal Church (6556 Park Ridge Blvd). Dixieland jazz, Cajun food, dancing, a French Market and more!

Bring your beads and make merry. $50 per person, checks made out to St. Dunstan's will hold your reservation. For more information please call the church office at (619) 460-6442.

Children's Mardi Gras (Free) Sunday, February 14 in the church parking lot at 11:30am. Decorate your trike, bike, wagon, scooter or just yourself and come take part in the parade. There'll be a "King" and "Queen" - maybe you'll be the lucky ones. Games, prizes, crafts, sweet treats (Yummy).

Shrove Tuesday Pancake Dinner at the Parish House will take place on Tuesday, February 16, from 5:30-6:45pm. Call for details! (619) 460-6442.

Ash Wednesday services on February 17 at 6:30am, 10:00am and 7:00pm.

Lenten Series Studies on Wednesday nights preceded by a soup supper in the Parish House begin on February 24. Call for details/reservations.

Senior Luncheon on Thursday, February 25 features an Italian theme, complete with penne pasta with meat sauce, tortellini alfredo, sausage with peppers and onions, a salad bar, dessert and beverages and featuring the live entertainment of a one-man band known as "Kind of Mellow" playing tunes from the 30's and 40's. $7 per person at the Parish House. Call for reservations!

What's New in Hip Replacement Seminar On February 22, a Sharp Grossmont-affiliated surgeon will share information on less-invasive operations that result in less muscle trauma, smaller incision and a faster recovery. Also learn about Sharp's nationally and internationally recognized Joint Endeavor Program®. A patient-centered approach to quality care, the program aims to ensure the best possible outcomes for orthopedic patients. Registration is required and seating is limited.

This event takes place on Monday, February 22, from 5:30 to 7:00pm at the Grossmont Healthcare District Center, 9001 Wakarusa Street, La Mesa 91942.

Free to the public. Please register at 1-800-82 SHARP (1-800-827-4277), or visit www.sharp.com/grossmont.

Save the date!

The Lake Murray Playground Project will be holding a fund-raising 5K walk/fun-run Sunday May 2 at Lake Murray at 8am. For more details, visit www.lakemurrayplaygroundproject.org.

New Year Heats Up for NCRWF Republican Treasurer-Tax Collector is scheduled as the featured speaker for the February 9 meeting at The Brigantine restaurant in La Mesa. He will discuss proposed changes to Prop 13 and other efforts to increase state taxes which will affect all of us. The meeting will begin at 11:00am with a full-course luncheon at noon, followed by our speaker. Due to the large number attending our general meetings, reservations have become necessary. Please call Marjie Siekerka at (619) 990-2791 or email msiekerka@cox.net.

Former State Senator Larry Stirling inspired us in January to demand that elected officials do a better job with the tax money they have instead of their usual options of raising taxes or reducing services to popular programs like police, fire, and libraries. He cited several examples of creative solutions and said "we need to educate ourselves so we will best know what we want. What we demand, we will get." Educating ourselves is a key role for Republican Federated women.

Our evening meeting will be March 9, 5:30 pm, at Brothers Restaurant in Allied Gardens. We are excited to have Tom Del Beccaro, vice-chairman of the California Republican Party as our speaker. Tom advocates pro-growth and reform-minded policies, the virtue of tax cuts, a strong national defense and the embrace of traditional American values. He is an author and also a columnist for the e-magazine, politicalvanguard.com. We expect Tom to attract a large turn-out, so reservations are required.

Joining NCRWF is a good way to be actively involved in the 2010 election year activities and we look forward to meeting you.

Winter Wonders at Mission Trails The winter rains bring new life to the San Diego River as the water rushes through its winding path through Mission Trails on its way to the ocean. The day after a rain, hikers can be seen throughout the park. If the paths are too muddy hundreds of park visitors can be seen walking up or down the asphalt of Father Junipero Serra Trail. And as soon as the ground is almost dry, literally hundreds of people are again climbing up and down Cowles Mountain and others are exploring the 40 miles of trails within Mission Trails.

Plan a day at Mission Trails. Stop by the Visitor Center and explore its nearly 15,000 square feet of exhibits and displays. In February the Mission Trails Regional Park Foundation is pleased to present Magical Moments of Nature, an exhibition of fine-art photography by award-winning photographers Diane Johnson and Barbara Swanson. This exciting show is now on view in the Mission Trails Visitor Center & Gallery through February 26, 2010. Before leaving the Visitor Center ask one of our volunteers to suggest a hike you can take, and they will recommend a variety of trails such as the Visitor Center Loop or the Oak Grove Trail. Walk or drive the 1.8 miles to the Father Junipero Serra Dam completed in 1816 to provide water for the Mission de Alcala located 6.2 miles down the river.

Camping, mountain biking, equestrian trails, hiking, classes for children and the family, are waiting for you at Mission Trails. Please visit our website at www.mtrp.org for more information about all that awaits you when you come to Mission Trails and don't forget to sign up for our free e-Newsletter .

On Saturday, April 24, the Mission Trails Regional Park Foundation will be co-hosting a joint evening dinner and fundraiser with the Patrick Henry Spirit of 76 Band Booster Parents.

If you would like to donate an item or service for our auction, please email me at jwilson@mtrp.org.

Both organizations are 501 (c) (3) non-profit foundations.

Cub Scout Pack 928 keeps busy!

Timing was on their side when Cub Scout Pack 928 headed up to Mt. Laguna for their annual family campout on January 15th. They missed the big storms by a week, but were able to enjoy hiking a leg of the Pacific Crest Trail, making bows and cont. on page 5

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continued from page 4 arrows, and having a cookout, etc. Other winter activities included Drive-In Movie night, where scouts sat in their homemade box cars as they ate popcorn and watched a movie; and the annual toy drive when families donated new toys to the local Salvation Army.

BSA is turning 100 this year and many of the traditions started when our grandfathers were scouts, are still enjoyed today. A couple of activities the Scouts of Pack 928 are looking forward to include the Pinewood Derby and Annual Blue and Gold Banquet. Scouts will soon begin designing and constructing wooden race cars in preparation for the long awaited derby, which will kick off for Pack 928, at Allied Gardens Park on March 20, at noon. The Scouts will also meet learn Code of Chivalry and a little history on the renaissance era from King Arthur himself, at this year's Blue and Gold Banquet, set for February 22.

For more information, please visit our website: Cubscoutpack927@blogspot.com or email, Pack928@gmail.com.

The Coffee's on us!

Your local Edward Jones office (5620 Lake Murray Blvd Ste A) invites you to its next coffee club meeting at Coco's Family Restaurant (5550 Lake Murray Blvd, La Mesa), Friday, March 5th, 2010 from 9-10am. Coffee club meetings are held on the first Friday of every month.

Feel free to bring a friend. RSVP is required. Please call Carey at (619) 6977175.

Looking Up…Reaching Out Looking up…reaching out…It's an exciting new way to worship!

At 9:30am Sunday, February 7, 2010, the United Church of Christ of La Mesa (UCCLM) will launch its new contemporary service. Organic, warm and loving, reflecting UCCLM's spirit, it is designed to complement our 11:00am traditional service and to evolve, to extend an extravagant welcome to all God's children and to meet needs and fulfill dreams by providing an alternative way to celebrate walking with God. Pastors Félix C. Villanueva and Mary Sue Brookshire and the members of the congregation invite you to visit UCCLM. We are at 5940 Kelton Avenue, La Mesa, CA 91942. (619-464-1519, www.ucclm.org, pastorfelix@cox.net).

Guided Nature Walks at Mission Trails Regional Park Spring is here! The recent rains have brought wonderful growth to Mission Trails Park. Make this the perfect time to strengthen your family's connection to nature with a Trail Guide led walk. Our trained naturalists will weave you through shady groves of oaks, coastal sage scrub, chaparral and grasslands emerging from drought. Appreciate the unique ecosystem that surrounds us.

Discover how our native flowers and plants attract everything from butterflies to bats. Listen and identify birds. See a Kumeyaay homesite and learn local

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history and culture. Our walks are free and geared towards all ages and interests. Sturdy shoes, hat, water and sunscreen are recommended.

Walks are offered Saturdays, Sundays, and Wednesdays, from 9:3011:00am, starting from the park's Visitor and Interpretive Center, One Father Junipero Serra Trail, San Carlos. Walks are also offered on the 2nd & 4th Saturdays of the month, from 8:30-10:00am, from Kumeyaay Lake Campground Entry Station, Two Father Junipero Serra Trail.

For an adventure in wildlife tracking, come to Mission Trails on the first Saturday of every month for two fun-filled hours of "dirt time." Learn the art of discovering signs left behind by our resident creatures. Free and fun for the whole family! February 6 and March 6 meet at the Visitor Center.

For Star Party fun join our Mission Trails star gazer and "Big Bertha" the telescope on Saturday, February 13, to view galaxies high overhead and other brilliant, open star clusters. Build a knowledge of direction through the night sky light and learn legends with each free Star Party. Meet in the day use parking lot of Kumeyaay Lake Campground at 5:00pm. Please, no flashlights or lanterns near the telescope.

On Saturday, February 20, join our resident birder to explore an oak grove habitat to spot and identify which birds call this home. It's a great way to increase your family's awareness and natural interest in the outdoors and the backyard.

Visit www.mtrp.org for more information and events calendar, or call (619) 668-3281. Special request walks can be arranged by contacting Ranger Heidi Gutknecht at (619) 668-3279 or at hgutknecht@mtrp.org

13th Annual Student "Writing for Literacy" Essay Contest Winners Announced Annually, the Friends of the Library, sponsor a "Writing for Literacy" essay contest. Fourth, eighth, and tenth grade students from across San Diego are eligible to enter. This year, mid-November was the deadline for entries. The San Carlos award ceremony for local winners was held on January 13th, at the San Carlos Library. Representatives of area schools, School Board Member Katherine Nakamura, City Councilmember Marti Emerald's representative Chris Pearson, Co-chair of the City-wide contest and San Carlos Friends of the Library life member Carleen Hemric, as well as parents, teachers, and students filled the San Carlos Library in anticipation of the announcement of the wining students and their essays.

Chosen from 102 local school entries, our local area winners read their essays before a crowd of 70 plus. They are: 4th graders Ben Kelly, Aaron Castillo and Kalos Chu from Benchley-Weinberger; Aya Nelson, Madeline Woods, and Grant Northcutt from Green Elementary School; 8th graders Alison PeiferHay, Jessica Zito and Phaedra Stewart from Pershing Middle School; Hayley Michelle Lekven from Magnolia Science Academy; and 10th grader Ann Tran continued on page 12

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Benchley-Weinberger Elementary School Registration for Benchley-Weinberger Elementary 2010-2011 School Year Registration for those living within the Benchley-Weinberger Elementary School boundaries will be held on February 10, 2010 from 1:00 - 3:00pm.

Kindergarteners need to be 5 years of age on or before December 2, 2010. You will need the following in order to complete your registration: Original birth certificate Immunization records Two current proofs of residency (i.e. SDG&E, Water, Cable) If you have any questions, please call our office at (619) 463-9271.

Gage Elementary School The children of Gage Elementary are eagerly awaiting the chance to try out the new playing field at our school. As part of a 10-year cycle, maintenance crews have been out in force grading and smoothing out the field with new decomposed granite. Mrs. Elrod, our PE teacher, states that these measures will eliminate the previous "dust bowls" caused by loose decomposed granite.

Mrs. Elrod's PE students have been having fun participating in an "educational gymnastics" unit designed to help all children improve their gross motor and gymnastic skills. The children love going to PE! The parents at Gage have been very busy this year participating in the nuFamilies enjoying Math Night at merous school activities. During the Gage Elementary School. month of December busy families made time in their hectic schedules to participate in Family Math Night, which was coordinated by Mrs. Hire. Parents, students and staff enjoyed a night of fun centered on mathematical problem solving. The highlight of the evening was a raffle drawing with many students coming away with new math games that they could enjoy at home with their parents.

Mark your calendars for the following family activities: Saturday, Feb. 6: 8:00 am- noon • Gage Garden workday - The garden program will begin with the creation of the six garden areas. Each garden area will become part maintained by students as they explore the science of nature. Please help us get started on this exciting project!

Wednesday, Feb. 10: 8:00 - 10:00am • "Take Your Parent to School" Day - All Gage parents are invited to come and experience part of their child's school day. Kindergarteners will have "Clifford Day" with thematic activities to share with their parents. Please come join in the fun!!!

Thursday, Feb. 25: 6:00 - 7:30pm • Family Science Night and PTA meeting - Another fun family night will be planned centered on scientific thinking. Parents will leave with lots of engaging activities they can try at home.

Grossmont College Foundation for Scholarships receives donation from Walmart The Walmart Foundation recently donated $500 to the Grossmont College Foundation for scholarships for Grossmont College students.

The Grossmont College Foundation is a non-profit organization that directly supports Grossmont College students, faculty and staff through scholarships, educational equipment and supplies, facilities and education programs. A check presentation ceremony was held at Pictured from left: Matt Lortz, co-store the La Mesa Walmart store at manager; Sandy Manning, store Grossmont Center, 5500 manager; Ernest Ewin, Grossmont Grossmont Center Dr. College Foundation executive director; The Walmart Foundation John Colson, Grossmont College vice has been recognized by the president of student services.

Chronicle of Philanthropy as the largest corporate cash contributor in the U.S. The funds from Walmart will be added to a fund-raising challenge from the Bernardo Osher Foundation for perpetual scholarships. The Osher Foundation is offer all 110 California community colleges, including Grossmont College, matching scholarship funds ($1 for every $2 raised prior to June 30, 2011).

Lewis “Rock 'n' Roll” Middle School "A rock concert at school?" That's what sixth-grade students at Lewis Middle School were asking on November 16 when local recording artists "Josh & JB" delivered a music-filled message about healthy choices. The mini-rock concert was courtesy of brothers Josh and JB Welch, stars of the television show, "Josh & JB in the Industry" which airs in 27 countries.

Josh, 16, and JB, 20, are touring SD County schools sharing their music and encouraging young people to eat healthy food, be physically active, stay in school and make good choices. "If we didn't stay in shape, we couldn't perform our music," JB told the crowd of more than 300 sixth-graders graders at Lewis.

"The students in the Lewis ASB (student government) had the chance to sit down and talk with the band after their concert to hear how the band and television show started, and why Josh and JB feel it's important to get this healthy message out to young people," said Deirdre Kleske, the Lewis parent who coordinated the group's appearance. They were interested to find out that Josh's and JB's musical influences include Paul McCartney, the Beatles, Michael Jackson and blink-182, another homegrown San Diego band.

The two set their own example of how being involved in sports and music can lead to a successful and healthy life. Even with their busy musical and television careers, the brothers have earned black belts in Tae Kwon Do. JB is an accomplished horseman participating in Hunter/Jumper competitions, and Josh enjoys riding a "metal horse" (dirt bike) around their family home in Jamul. The duo has been playing guitars for years and both play lead and bass continued on page 7

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guitar in addition to writing songs.

"Josh and JB" is more than just two talented young men. Robert Gonzalez is a fellow band member and lifelong friend who plays back up guitar. Their crew consists of family members and friends who set up equipment, operate lights and sound, take video and photos and even pick up guitars and provide back up on stage. Robert Gonzalez, a neighbor and lifelong friend, plays backup guitar; Zach Coffman is musical director and guitar; Omar Lopez is sound technician and bass and Josh Carranza shoots photos and video for the web s i t e (joshandjb.com).

Aaron Reynolds does the group's public relations and Josh & JB with the members of the Lewis student Dallas Tanner is government (ASB). producer and director of their television show, "Josh & JB In the Industry."

Daily moral support, guidance, transportation and inspiration are provided by their father, John Welch, and by their mother and grandmother, Linda Welch and Joyce Simpson, who are also producers of the "Industry" television show. Even their 11-year-old sister gets in the act, appearing in the music video of their single, "Gravity."

Josh and JB have taken their music and message to several schools around the county, including Castle Park Middle and Eastlake Middle in South County , and Marvin Elementary in Allied Gardens. If you know of a school interested in bringing Josh & JB to the students, please contact Aaron Reynolds at (619) 408-7033 or by email at aaronprm@gmail.com.

Patrick Henry High School News Upcoming Activities and Community Events Patrick Henry Winter Formal Dance: The dance will be held at the San Diego Hall of Champions on February 27th from 8pm-Midnight.

Blood Drive: The San Diego Blood Bank will be coming to Patrick Henry on February 11. Walk-ins are welcome! (6702 Wandermere Dr. off Park Ridge) To help support student activities on PHHS Campus: Patrick Henry ASB is always looking for community donations, if you are able to help please make checks payable to Patrick Henry High School ASB. Thank you.

Patrick Henry High New Student Enrollment Information Enrollment packets for Patrick Henry High School's new student enrollment for the 2010-2011 school year will be available Monday, April 5th through Friday, April 9th. During these days, you will be able to meet with the school registrar and submit the completed packet to Attendance. An appointment for you to meet with a school counselor will then be assigned to you for the week of April 15th-23rd. The following information is necessary for enrollment and will be required for your meeting with the registrar and attendance secretaries: • Current transcripts and progress report from the school student is currently attending, standardized test scores from 7th and/or 8th grade for incoming 9th graders, and CAHSEE results for all incoming 11th & 12th graders • Two proofs of residency, showing established residence in the Patrick Henry neighborhood, i.e. cable bill, gas/electric bill, mortgage/lease papers (cell phone bills and driver's licenses are not acceptable proofs of residency) • Immunization records If you have any questions, please contact the Patrick Henry Attendance Office at 619-286-7700, extension 2212 or 2213.

Diego County Health and Human Services Agency) One in five teens in a serious relationship reports having been hit, slapped, or pushed by a partner. (National Center for Victims of Crimes) Young people and adults have been criminally charged with a felony for sending, receiving, or creating a photo involving a person younger than 18 in a sexually explicit or obscene image.

Depending on the crime and the age, a high school student can be charged as an adult and the record can follow them for their entire life, including registering as a sex offender.

Parents can be held criminally liable for hosting a party where alcohol is served.

An entire college fund or retirement fund can be wiped out to pay for the defense of a teen's criminal act or for a rehabilitation program.

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Judge Link is nationally recognized for speaking on the issues that teens face today, and after 29 years on the bench, he's seen it all! He gives parents the straight facts–even those they may not want to hear–and he offers practical advice on how they can help their teens avoid situations that can destroy lives.

Joining Judge Link in the presentation is Juvenile Court Judge Carolyn M. Caietti. Appointed to the bench in 2006, she shares Judge Link's passion for reaching youth on the brink of adulthood. She knows how critical it is to get through to them now about the dangers and responsibilities they face, and why it's so important that parents don't ignore what's really happening in their kids' lives. Both Judges Link and Caietti are dynamic and animated speakers with a "no-holds barred" approach to addressing these tough issues.

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Dr. Curtis McGuyer, continued from front page improve their health; I couldn't ask for a more rewarding job."

Dr. McGuyer grew up in Texas and earned his bachelor's degree in chemistry from the University of Texas, El Paso. Following college, Dr. McGuyer spent eight years in the United States Navy. He enrolled in the U.S. Navy Scholarship Program to help pay for medical school at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. At Baylor, Dr. McGuyer developed his interest in pathology. After graduating, he became active duty and spent one year on the USS Okinawa as the general medical officer. Afterwards, he became a lieutenant commander. While still enlisted in the U.S. Navy, his residency program at Balboa Hospital brought him to San Diego where he would begin his successful career in medicine.

Dr. McGuyer resides on Coronado Island and is the father of two sons, ages 21 and 16. When he is away from the hospital and his lab work, he enjoys playing guitar, biking and backpacking.

continued from page 7 ing and overwhelming. Exciting because your children are about to experience a whole new challenging world but also a bit overwhelming because you want to make the very best decision for your children. You want your middle school to help your children grow academically, socially, and personally in a very warm, safe, and nurturing environment. And, in three years, you want your children to be totally prepared to handle the rigors of high school. Pershing Middle School is that school.

Pershing's curriculum includes a wide range of core courses and electives that are taught by our dynamic and well-respected faculty. Our innovative method for grouping children And team teaching provides our campus nearly 1,000 students with a small school atmosphere. Also, since each class period is an hour and twenty minutes long, Pershing's students are able to have an in-depth focus of every class. The longer class time also enables them to form a strong bond with their teachers and classmates.

Pershing offers many ways for you to get to know campus on your child's 5th grade year. Browse through the website, attend events, visit the campus, and/or call the office if you have any questions. We are proud of our school and we look forward to educating your children and preparing then for the future.

Science Fair Season 2009-10 Our 8th grade science classes are busy with experiments, display boards, notebooks, survey and much focused students and teachers are all working hard to make this the best season ever. Eight graders spend their Science Fair season (November-January) researching, evaluating, hypothesizing, and compiling scientific data through surveys, experiments, graphs, tables, etc. Projects are extensive and require enormous amount of thought and dedication.

Through this structured assignment, children learn that they are capable of a higher level of rigorous thinking and work. The Science Fair is an opportunity to find oneself as a student, to identify as a critical thinker and to see oneself as having a scientific and engineering mind.

For the past several years, Pershing has been proud and dominant force in the regional and county Science Fairs. Every year, approximately 100 of our Science Fair projects are selected by regional judges to compete at the Greater San Diego Science and Engineering Fair. This is an impressive accomplishment as only 800 Science Fair projects are chosen from middle and high schools throughout the county to compete at this rigorous level.

To see all our amazing Science Fair projects, please stop by the auditorium during Open House on February 8th starting Our Vision at 6:00pm all projects will To be be proudly on display.

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St. Therese Academy celebrates 50 years St. Therese Academy was established 50 years ago and now serves a student population of 340 from preschool to 8th grade. We offer athletic opportunities, after school programs, classroom aides, computers, music, art and PE. STA is much more than an academic institution. It is a religious institution where we focus daily on the spiritual dimension of our students.

In honor of our 50th year there will be many community events that will focus on the history of our school and highlight the success that we have enjoyed over the years.

Save the date for our 2010 Spring Extravaganza which will take place on Saturday, March 6th at the Town & Country Hotel. This is our 7th annual dinner dance auction and this year we will be celebrating our 50th Anniversary!

Unique one of a kind items and packages will be offered at both live and silent auctions. Dinner and dancing will round out the evening. Tickets are $40 per person in advance. We are currently seeking donations from our local businesses. Corporate sponsors and ads are also available. All proceeds from your donations are tax deductible and will generate funds for much needed improvements to our school. Contact Deanna at Deanna@thewegges.com or Deb Hilinski at (619) 723-3612 for ticket, auction, donation or sponsorship information.

Sunday March 7th will be our 50th Anniversary picnic at 11:00am. This is a free event for all past and current students, teachers, parents, and families.

Come join us on campus for a fun filled weekend. There will be a live band, face painting, food booths and displays. Connect and catch up with family and friends. For more information, contact Tracey at 50years@sta-sd.org

SDSU's 2010 Monty Awardees Announced Award Ceremony set for April 24, 2010 The SDSU Alumni Association has announced 12 winners of this year's prestigious annual Monty Awards. They will be honored at an April 24 gala dinner and awards presentation at the Hotel del Coronado in Coronado. Emcee for the evening will be Perette Godwin ('86), reporter and anchor for San Diego's KSWB Fox 5.

Monty Awards are a time-honored tradition at SDSU, sponsored by the SDSU Alumni Association. They were first given out in 1971 in recognition of those who have made significant contributions to the university, the San Diego community or California, nationally or internationally.

The Monty is a symbol of achievement and success presented to distinguished alumni from each of SDSU's seven academic colleges, Imperial Valley Campus and Library and Information Access. Distinguished service awards also are given to an exceptional alumni volunteer and an outstanding university employee.

Honorees for 2010 include: College of Arts and Letters Jeannie Oakes, Ph.D. Jeannie Oaks, ('64, English and comparative literature) Ph.D., serves as director of education and scholarship at the Ford Foundation. An award-winning author who has published some of the most significant work in the area of educational policy, her groundbreaking research focusing attention on inequalities in schools has influenced education across Jeannie Oakes, Ph.D. the country.

College of Business Administration Susan R. Nowakowski Susan R. Nowakowski ('89, MBA), is chief executive officer, president, and a director of AMN Healthcare Services, the largest healthcare staffing company in the United States. She serves on the College of Business Administration's advisory board, among other board positions, and was recognized as the Most Admired Public Company CEO in San Diego in 2008.

Susan R. College of Education Nowakowski Maggie Carrillo Mejia, Ph.D. Maggie Carrillo Mejia, ('74, Spanish, '78 MA, multicultural education) Ph.D., managing partner of The Mejia Group, has held prominent leadership positions in several California school systems, including, most recently, the position of superintendent of the Sacramento Unified School District. She currently serves as an executive coach with the National Center on Urban School Transformation's Executive Instructional Leadership Program.

Maggie Carrillo College of Engineering Mejia, Ph.D. Pedro Orso-Delgado Pedro Orso-Delgado ('83 civil engineering) is deputy city manager/director of development for the City of Santee. A former district director at CALTRANS, he is credited with significant contributions to the field of civil engineering through innovations in his district that received world-wide recognition. He also serves on several SDSU boards and committees. continued on page 11

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Frieds of Lake Murray, continued from front page same height and laugh a lot. It was logical for me to call them Flora. Now everyone at the lake calls them Flora.)

Court and Amy Levy were both teachers. They went to Helix High School and University of California at San Diego. Court has a master's degree in statistics and computer math. He taught AP Calculus at Helix for ten years and then he and Amy moved to Atlanta to teach: Amy has a masters degree in counseling from UCSD. Court has become an actuary. They planned to have a child and adopt a child. They now have three sons, eight-year-old Kellen, adopted six-year-old Tyrese and five-year-old Jeffery. Amy was pregnant with Jeffery when Tyrese was in the hospital with a rare blood disorder that is now under control.

When the Levy's decided to adopt again they became foster parents and went through the adopting process. But they found it too difficult to adopt in Atlanta. When a foster child was returned to the original family, Tyrese was afraid that he would be given up. The Levy's quit fostering children when they became aware of his fears. Tyrese needed to be reassured that he would always be an important part of their family.

Through the church where the Levy's attend, there is an organization that helps orphans in Uganda. There are an estimated 2 million orphans there. The Levy's compassion took them to Uganda and they found little Sarah Elizabeth.

She is fifteen months old and in poor health. Court and Amy are on their way to Uganda to bring Sarah home to get better health care and hopefully become a robust, happy little girl. The Levy's will give Sarah love and perhaps her life.

Flora gets another grandchild. We wish them the best.

At the time I heard about what the young Levys were doing in Uganda, the earthquake hadn't struck Haiti. Though there were some American families that were about to adopt Haitian children, the need for faster adoption is much more relevant now. It is hoped these families and others in Haiti will be on a fast track in the adoption process. There are many more Haitian orphans that need to be cared for and raised by loving families. Adoption Agencies should also make it easier for Americans to adopt American orphans. "What do we live for if it is not to make life less difficult to each other." - George Eliot. **** Bike rider, Mike Messer wants to have a safety seminar at Lake Murray.

He wants to have stations around the lake to educate lake visitors about the rules of the road. Mike also thinks that these seminars or events should be held four times a year. When I put this proposition to the Friends of Lake Murray, they were not excited. They believe that common sense should rule. Yes, but sometimes that doesn't happen. So, I thought that I would list the most common complaints that people have: 1. Most important: Stay right-Pass left.

2. Some bikes go too fast. Slow down…especially when there are a lot of people on the road.

3. Parents that don't keep their children with them on the right side of the road and keep them from turning in front of others.

4. Retractable leashes on dogs become a hazard to all.

5. Groups spread out across the lake road and don't move when others are trying to pass.

6. Groups meet to talk right in the middle of the road.

7. People that can't control aggressive dogs.

8. People that don't pick up after their dogs.

9. We all need to know the mile markers so if we need help, we can tell the authorities exactly where we are. Police, lake staff and Ambulance personnel know.

The lake is for everyone. No one activity is more important than another.

We don't want to be inconvenienced such as when the water pipe at the end of San Carlos Bay broke and we have to cut short our exercise, double back or go somewhere else.

Some of the things that lake staff contend with: 1. People that wade in our drinking water.

2. People that let their children wade in the water.

3. People that let their dogs go in the water.

4. Graffiti on the benches, signs, picnic benches, and bathrooms.

5. Waterfowl and other birds with fishing line wrapped around them.

6. Children throwing rocks at waterfowl.

7. Complaints. Example: Cut the brush. It is too thick. We need more

lawn. Our view: The lake environs is an open space area not Balboa Park.

The lake recreation program really tries to accommodate us. The road we use is a lake access road that they let us use. The water department would much rather do water business than listen to our complaints.

We go to Lake Murray to be surrounded by a small piece of nature; to smell clean air and not have to contend with stop- lights, car emissions, and having to negotiate curbs. Let's use common sense, be polite to others and realize that when the lake is congested with visitors we have to be more vigilant. No more mishaps in 2010. Be safe. **** On February 14, our wonderful Friends of Lake Murray volunteers, Charlie and Arleene Beckhusen will be celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary.

Charlie and Arleene are dedicated to helping our group with whatever needs to be done. We all appreciate their upbeat personalities and wish them the best of everything. Happy Anniversary Beckhusens!

Our February 11th speaker will be Jerry Schad. Jerry Schad wrote the book, Afoot and Afield in San Diego County and many others pertaining to hiking and the outdoors. He is a wonderful photographer who has had his photos published in worldwide periodicals. Jerry writes the "Roma-O-Rama" column each month for the San Diego Reader. He travels extensively and is a professor of astronomy at Mesa College.

Jerry is in Tunisia and the island of Crete as I write this. He will bring photos and tell us about his adventure. He says that if the photos aren't good that he will share his pictures of a recent trip to Egypt. He is a favorite!

We meet at St. Dunstan's Episcopal Church at 5:00pm. The church is on the corner of Wandermere Dr. and Park Ridge Blvd. For more information, call Barbara Cleves at: (619) 463-9706. " A note…Our January talk about wildfires was canceled because the speaker had a rain problem at his home in Alpine. We re-scheduled Neville Connell's program for May 20th.

continued from page 10 College of Health and Human Services Claudia Dunaway, MA, CCC-SLP Claudia Dunaway ('78, speech-language pathology), MA, CCC-SLP, is the lead speech-language pathologist for the San Diego Unified School District.

Nationally recognized for her contributions benefitting children with communicative disorders, she is a recipient of the Rollin J. Van Hattum Award, the highest honor bestowed to a speech-language patholo- Claudia Dunaway, gist by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Foun- MA, CCC-SLP dation.

College of Professional Studies and Fine Arts Deborah Butterfield Deborah Butterfield ('68 attended, art) is one of the world's leading sculptors and teachers of fine arts, celebrated over the past three decades for her devotion to a single subject: the horse. Her modernist work combining abstraction and reality has garnered numerous awards and may be found in prominent museums and public sites around the world.

Deborah Butterfield College of Sciences Christina A. Waters, Ph.D. Christina A. Waters ('89, biology), Ph.D., has a twenty-year history of research and management in drug discovery and development in the pharmaceutical industry. Serving currently as president of Cell Therapeutics Europe and Systems Medicine, a subsidiary of Cell Therapeutics, Inc., she has developed a unique and specialized background in fostering new approaches to treatments for disorders and diseases.

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The Trails Fundraiser, continued from front page customers.

Patrons who dined during the fundraisers were treated to live music.

Jeremiah and the Bullfrogs, a local band that specializes in jazz, Dixieland and blues, played for the Home of Guiding Hands, and classical pianist James Dare performed for the Lake Murray Playground Project dinner.

Fundraisers for other community groups are planned, as are private dinners for organizations that want to use the venue on nights when the restaurant is normally closed.

While The Trails has long served breakfast and lunch daily, it officially opened for dinner on New Year's Eve. Dinner is served from 4 to 9pm Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

Poon-Kinney has owned the Jackson Drive restaurant for about two-andhalf years. She changed the name from Megan's last May, and has been slowly expanding the menu to include more variety as well as locally grown produce.

Poon-Kinney says she learned the restaurant business from her mother, and the importance of volunteerism from her father. The staff of The Trails is largely comprised of her extended family.

"Community starts with our family, and grows out from there," she says.

continued from page 11 Library and Information Access Charles S. Luby and Robin B. Luby Charles S. Luby ('59, chemistry, '64 MA, chemistry) and Robin B. Luby ('61, English) are known for their involvement in many aspects of SDSU. They have been active in Charles S. Luby and Robin B. Luby a variety of supportive roles with the university and through the generous commitment of their time, knowledge and personal resources have positively impacted the lives of SDSU students, faculty and staff.

SDSU Imperial Valley Efrain Silva Efrain Silva ('89, public administration), Dean of Economic and Workforce Development for Imperial Valley College, has served in many municipal, county, non-profit and school district administrative and managerial positions over the past two decades. As an elected official to both school district and city Efrain Silva positions, he has a reputation for outstanding service to his Imperial Valley constituents.

Distinguished Alumni Service Award Fred Norfleet Fred Norfleet, owner of Norfleet Video Productions, this year celebrates a decade of dedication to SDSU as an Alumni Association board member, promoter and benefactor. Committing his talent, time, and personal and professional resources to the advancement of the university, he is one of the Alumni Association's strongest advocates and greatest cham- Fred Norfleet pions.

Distinguished University Service Award Sally Roush Sally Roush, as SDSU's vice president for Business and Financial Affairs, is the chief steward of the university's finances. Her remarkable monetary acumen and considerable business savvy in managing SDSU's resources have paved the way for advancement in many areas including academics, Aztec athletics, and construction and operation of the Parma Sally Roush Payne Goodall Alumni Center.

For tickets to the Monty Awards,contact Cheryl Trtan at 619-594-ALUM (2586) or ctrtan@mail.sdsu.edu.

About San Diego State University San Diego State University is the oldest and largest higher education institution in the San Diego region. Since it was founded in 1897, the university has grown to offer bachelor's degrees in 84 areas, master's degrees in 76 areas and doctorates in 16 areas. SDSU's approximately 33,000 students participate in an academic curriculum distinguished by direct contact with faculty and an increasing international emphasis that prepares them for a global future. For more information, visit www.sdsu.edu.

Note: Reprinted with permission from the SDSU Alumni ENewsletter.

continued from page 5 from Patrick Henry High School. Each of these winners received recognition certificates from The Friends of the Library and from City Councilmember on Marti Emerald as well as a $25 gift certificate from Barnes & Noble. The essays of those whose names appear in red were chosen to compete in the City-wide contest. City wide winners at each grade level will each receive a $100 prize, and a grand prize winner will receive $500. A grand prize is being awarded this year in memory of Jack and Carolyn Winer who were instrumental in the inauguration of this annual contest.

The San Carlos Friends of the Library would like to thank our contest judges, Dorothy Dougherty, Flora Hogins, Inez Jacobsen, cont. on page 13

GEMS & JEWELS

By Enhancery Jewelers, Kathleen White, Graduate Gemologist, GIA

VALENTINE GIFT IDEAS - FREE $25 GIFT CARD FOR FLOWERS OR PEARLS AND CHOCOLATE What do ladies want for Valentines Day? Jewelry, Roses and Chocolate, Yes! Enhancery Jewelers will take care of it all and make you look like a hero! The hot new "Pandora" bracelets can be personalized with sterling silver or gold charms that let you convey how much she means to you. Receive a free $25 gift card for 1-800-Flowers with any purchase over $150.00 *.

Why give her roses that will only wilt. For less than the cost of a dozen roses you can give a beautifully boxed, long stem real rose permanently preserved in 24 karat gold that she can cherish forever. Hit a home run and cover all the bases with our Valentines special for $99.00. You will receive a 24 karat gold rose, a free beautiful 18 inch strand of pearls and a free box or Russell Stover chocolates*. *(while supplies last)

BIRTHSTONE OF THE MONTH-AMETHYST Amethyst is the beautiful purple variety of the quartz family. With a hardness of seven it is a very wearable gemstone, making it a perfect accessory for all occasions. In rare instances amethyst crystals are found in combination with citrine making a unique bi-colored gemstone called ametrine. The combination of deep purple and gold in one gem create a very rich warm tone.

Call Enhancery Jewelers (619) 282-3900 for answers to any gem and jewelry questions you may have, or visit our website enhancery.com. 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., 10-6pm; Sat. 10-4pm. Martin and Kathleen White have owned Enhancery Jewelers for over twenty nine years.

They specialize in diamond and gemstone jewelry, custom design, appraisals, jewelry and watch repairs. Visit us online at www.enhancery.com and become a fan on Facebook..

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Scholarships, continued from front page independence.

Santacruz echoed Berry's sentiment about being relieved of some financial pressure, allowing him to enjoy the experience of exploring a culture so different than his own.

"I feel honored and excited about this opportunity," said Santacruz. "Not many students get the chance to study abroad, and I am relieved that I received this scholarship because all the hard work I put into it paid off."

Worth the effort Both Berry and Santacruz made it clear that it took some time and effort to complete the application process. However, it was a small task compared to the payoff they received and the new adventure they are about to embark on.

Berry offered the following advice for students: "Don't let it intimidate you.

It looks overwhelming at first, but once you get moving, it goes smoothly. In the end, it was more than worth it."

Seeking help Students can find out about the Gilman scholarship, and other prestigious national scholarships, at SDSU's Office of Academic Scholarships (OAS). OAS serves as a resource to help students identify and apply for scholarships for which they might qualify.

"These scholarships open doors for students," said Patti Scott, director of OAS. "They often think they can't compete at the national level, but they would be surprised at how qualified they really are."

The application deadline for the next round is April 6, for programs during the fall semester, or academic year 2010-2011. For info, full eligibility criteria and the online application, go to www.iie.org/programs/gilman Students interested in the Gilman scholarship can attend a free workshop on Feb. 25 to receive more information about the scholarship and application process. The workshop takes place at 4:30pm at SDSU's Int’l Student Center.

Ask George, continued from page 3 You can view the California Driver Handbook online at www.dmv.ca.gov.

Under the Publications tab, click Driver Handbook.

Q: I have decided that I want to be an organ & tissue donor. My license doesn't expire for another three years and I want to change my organ donor status now. How can I do this?

A: You do not have to wait until your license expires to update your organ & tissue donor status! Simply visit www.dmv.ca.gov, and under the Home tab, click What's New, and finally click the Donate Life California link. From there you can become a registered donor, read answers to frequently asked questions and real life organ donor and recipient stories. Congratulations on your decision to become an organ & tissue donor!

The DMV is a department under the Business, Transportation and Housing Agency, which is under the direction of Secretary Dale E. Bonner. The DMV licenses drivers, maintains driving records, registers and tracks official ownership of vehicles and vessels, investigates auto and identity-related fraud, and licenses car dealers, driving schools, and traffic violator schools. For more information about the DMV, visit www.dmv.ca.gov.

continued from page 11 Joanne Prescott, Barbara Woodhall, Mary Anne Wormsted, Dan Yelvington, and especially Ann McDonald who not only judged, but also coordinated the entire contest for the San Carlos area. A big Thank You also goes to the contestants' parents, teachers, librarians, and principals, and to Jay Wilson, President of the Mission Trails Regional Park Foundation. We thank all of you for your support.

The City-wide winners will be announced at an awards ceremony to be held at the Balboa Club in Balboa Park at 6:00 pm, on Thursday, April 1, 2010. We wish the best to all of our area winners.

Winter/Spring Water Conservation 2010 Calendar of Events "Writing for Literacy" Essay Contest The Water Conservation Garden invites the public to enjoy its 2010 winter and spring events. Classes offered help residents save water and money by focusing on water smart landscaping techniques and plants. Classes are taught by experts and topics include lawn removal, water-smart landscape design, backyard composting, irrigation design and gardening for children.

Pre-registration is required for all classes. Call (619) 660-0614 x10.

FEBRUARY Professional Landscape Design Consultations The Water Conservation Garden offers 45-minute landscape design consultation services. A professional landscape designer who focuses on drought tolerant landscapes will meet with you, one-on-one. You will leave with a design plan and a list of suggested plants. Bring a photo of your house and area you want to re-design, the dimensions of the space, and photos of design styles.

Thursday, February 18 or 25, 5:30-8:30pm; Thursday, March 4 or 18, 5:30-8:30pm; Thursday, April 8 or 22, 5:30-8:30pm. Call for appointment availability, designer info and reservations. Additional dates are added as needed. $60 Members, $75 Non-Members (619) 660-0614.

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Ms. Smarty-Plants® and the Magic of Water School Assembly The Garden offers educational tours of the Garden and school assembly programs presented by our own adventurous Ms. Smarty-Plants! For more information on fees and to book a program, contact Pam Meisner, AKA Ms. Smarty-Plants®, at (619) 660-0614 ext. 16 New! Spanish Language Tours-FREE The Water Conservation Garden now offers Spanish language tours of the Garden, by reservation only. Please contact Elizabeth Ramos at (619) 985-8337.

(Donations always appreciated to cover the cost of our Spanish speaking guides) The Protea Species: Exotic Options for Drought Tolerant Gardens Saturday, February 6, 10am-noon Walter Parkola, owner of Blossom Valley Protea, will take you on a morning tour to discuss the protea species exhibited at the Water Conservation Garden. Walter shares the history, characteristics, and care of these unique exotics in the Garden's classroom. A limited number of beautiful, high quality plants will be available for purchase from Blossom Valley Protea's nursery. $20 Members, $30 Non-Members. * Stimulus pricing applies Ask the Horticulturist Tour- FREE Sunday, February 7, 1:30pm Enjoy an informative walk through the Garden with David Yetz, professional horticulturist. Bring your questions and prepare for an interesting tour from the perspective of someone who works in the Garden daily.

Proper Pruning Practices Saturday, February 13, 10:30am-12:30 pm Join Certified Arborist and Garden Docent Leah Rottke as she demonstrates the do's and don'ts of pruning. Leah will cover need-to-know basics for pruning both trees and shrubs, and use the Water Conservation Garden as a lab to analyze samples. Learn how to select a professional tree specialist when the project is more than you can handle. 20 Members 30 Non-Members* Stimulus pricing applies Meet Nan Sterman, Local Garden Expert and Author- FREE! Have Your Gardening Questions Answered by Nan Saturday, February 13, 11:00am-2:00 pm Meet Nan Sterman, author of California Gardener's Guide, Volume 2 as she answers questions about low water landscape, plant selection, water conserving irrigation, landscape design and other garden-related topics. Nan will have signed copies of her books available for sale.

Plant Propagation Made Easy Saturday, February 20, 9:30am-12:30pm Learn the secrets of the professionals, and get your plants for free.

Everything you need to know about how to make new plants from cuttings will be taught by Connie Beck, experienced nursery manager and landscape designer. Learn successful techniques for preparing, storing, and planting seeds.

Bring samples of plants and seeds that you wish to propagate. This class is offered in partnership with Cuyamaca College's Community Learning Program. For information and to register, call (619) 660-4350, or visit www.cuyamaca.edu/preview $25.00-at the Water Conservation Garden.

Special Access Tour- FREE Sunday, February 21, 9:30-10:30am This special tour is offered monthly for individuals who may have difficultynavigating the terrain of the Garden. Explore the Garden from the comfort of the Verbeck Shuttle with David Yetz, Garden Horticulturist. This tour seats 4-5 people. For reservations call (619) 660-6841 NEW! Create a Butterfly Garden with California Native Plants Tuesday, February 23, 6:30-8:30 pm If you plant it, they will come! Greg Rubin of California's Own Native Landscape Design Company will teach you how to design a butterfly garden using beautiful, drought tolerant California native plants. Learn how to attract butterflies and create a sustainable butterfly habitat in your own yard. $20 Members $30 Non-Members.

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continued from page 13 Ascension Lutheran Church on Zion Avenue and begin at 7:00pm. The next meeting will be on March 23rd. The Board is always interested in hearing your suggestions on topics for these meetings. If you go to the AGCC website (www.alliedgardens.org), you can let us know your ideas. Also, please consider joining AGCC. From our website, you can find out more information on the organization; such as the volunteer work and land use involvement the members of the Allied Gardens Community Council participate in.

Unfortunately, I must end this message on a sad note. One of our Board Members, Edith Dabbs, passed away on Dec. 1. Edith was one of the original members of AGCC. The Board was actually a civic association started for new residents of Allied Gardens in the 1950s, then later became known as the Allied Gardens Community Council representing both Allied Gardens and Grantville.

Edith was also very active in the Women's Club of San Diego, of which a chapter was here in Allied Gardens until July of 2001. Her lifelong work as a teacher at S.D. City College, led her to set up a scholarship fund to help young women in financial need complete their education. Among her many accomplishments was the A. G. Kiwanis 2003 Women of the Year award and in 2009 she was inducted into the San Diego County Women's Hall of Fame. We were all truly fortunate to have known and worked with such an amazing and dynamic woman, who throughout her life donated so generously to her community.

San Carlos Area Council News

By John F. Pilch, President Due to the 2010 publishing schedule for the Mission Times Courier, the February 3rd meeting of the San Carlos Area Council (SCAC) will have already taken place by the time you read this article. Our guest speaker was District 5 City Councilmember Carl DeMaio. He conducted a Town Hall discussion of City Finances, with a basic premise of confronting Wasteful Spending at City Hall.

Mr. DeMaio opined that the liability outlook is not good, based on a number of factors, including Retiree Health Care, Labor Contracts and Deferred Maintenance of the City's Infrastructure. It becomes worse when the new City Hall, new Downtown Library and the Convention Center expansion are added to the list. The audience participated in the discussion of the problems and possible solutions, including new sources of revenue. It was a most interesting meeting and we thank Council Member DeMaio for the presentation and for taking the time from his busy schedule to meet with us.

The next meeting of the San Carlos Area Council is scheduled for Wednesday, March 3, 2010, with Professor Pat Abbott as our guest speaker. Dr. Abbott is the person sought out by the local media whenever a major earthquake occurs, locally or elsewhere. He is an expert on natural disasters, a Professor Emeritus at San Diego State University, an author and a resident of San Carlos.

He is currently on a trip to Antarctica and will discuss these topics and respond to questions from the audience. Please mark this date on your calendar and plan to attend for what promises to be an educational and entertaining evening.

At the SCAC meeting on January 6th, we heard a presentation by Darrell Daugherty, Plancom consultant for AT&T, and Shelly Kilbourn, Plancom consultant for Verizon, regarding permits to keep the 50' telecom site in place behind Keil's and immediately adjacent to the Canyon View Apartment complex. AT&T plans to co-locate on the site with Verizon and will move its

antennas from the Crown Castle monopole, if the City approves this site. Given the lack of opposition from the community and the cloaking of the new monopole with a faux pine tree, SCAC Directors unanimously recommended approval of the site and the permits. Cell coverage is needed in San Carlos and we felt this was a good compromise, especially with the additional landscaping to be installed at and near the site and the co-location of the antennas from the Crown Castle site. The project was also approved by the Navajo Community Planners, Inc. Board at its meeting on January 25th and moves on to the Planning Commission for a hearing, probably in March. With respect to the Crown Castle monopole, that site is in litigation, along with seven (7) others, based on City Regulations that the industry feels are unfair and unworkable. Stay tuned for more on that as the Wireless Communication Facilities Policy Stakeholders Review Committee continues its twice-a-month meetings. In the interim, the monopole will remain in place.

The Lake Murray Playground Project is moving forward and needs help from the community to raise the funds needed to build a new playground for the children in our community. You can get more information at the LMPP website which is www.lakemurrayplaygroundproject.org. The San Carlos Area Council supports the project and asks you to do so also.

Please consider signing up for the Area Council "Interested Party" e-mail list. 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 you will be added to the list. Rest assured that your privacy will be respected and neither your name nor your e-mail address will be shared with anyone. Messages are sent "Bcc" to prevent you from being spammed.

Finally, if you'd like to become a member of the Area Council, have an issue you wish us to consider, or a question about the community, please contact me at (619) 462-1408 or by e-mail at www.jfpilch@hotmail.com.

continued from page 13 ing irrigation to make it Water Smart. Kathleen will introduce you to drip irrigation, discuss the pros and cons, share the appropriate applications for drip, and demonstrate how to install a basic drip system. Get tips for retrofitting, setting your irrigation clock, and when and how long to water your landscape. $20 Members, $30 Non-Members. *Stimulus pricing applies.

MARCH Little Sprouts Play Group- First Tuesday of the month- Reservation Only Tuesday, March 2, 10:00am-11:00am Join our education department for a guided play experience designed for toddlers, and social networking for their caregivers enrolled in parent education programs. Each session includes an educational topic of interest for the adults, while the Little Sprouts enjoy each other's company in the outdoors along with a special activity.

Meet at the main entrance to the Garden. Little Spouts will be canceled in the event of rain. $5 per adult child couple, ($4 for additional child or adult in the same family group). Minimum of 10 parent/child couples required. Call (619) 660-6841 to reserve space.

POOL & SPA SVCS

BOOKKEEPING/TAXES Mallett & Barnes Tax Service Business-Self employed to Corporations Individual-all states-efiling Trust returns-Bookkeeping Connie Mallett, Enrolled Agent BS-Accounting 6136 Mission Gorge Rd, Ste 125 (619) 326-0840 www.mbtax1.com

CARPENTRY Best-Rate Carpentry Repairs: Decks, Balconies, Patio Covers, Stairs, Doors, Dry-Rot and Termite Damage.

License #700811 FREE ESTIMATES! Member BBB Insured Visa/MC (619) 229-0116 www.Best-Rate-Repair.com

CARPET CLEANING Truly Clean Carpets Carpet Cleaning, Upholstery Cleaning, Area Rug Cleaning, Pet Stains/Urine Damage Corrections and Odor Control Tile & Grout Cleaning and Sealing Trusted Member of the BBB (619) 772-4764 www.trulycleancarpets.com

TILE CLEANING COMPUTER SERVICES Repair - Setup Speed Up Your Computer PC Help for Families, Seniors, Home Offices TRUSTED in HOMES for over 25 YEARS (619) 992-5882

CA Lic #81527

The Grout Medic Grout Problem? No Problem!

“The stuff between the tiles” Clean & seal grout; Stain grout/ Change color; Tile regrouting & repair Remove & replace caulk Repair loose/hollow tiles FREE EVALUATION (619) 819-0262

DENTISTS

LANDSCAPE

Mission Trails Dentistry Bradley A. Ross, D.D.S. Jim Salazar, D.D.S.

Aristocrat Landscape “Water Wise Landscape”

Family and Cosmetic Dental Care Perfecting smiles for over 20 years!!

Call for a free consultation or stop by and visit us today!

6902 Navajo Road at Jackson Drive www.missiontrailsdentistry.com

Sustainable Landscape, Organic Maintenance Green Design, Xeriscape, Rockgardens Synthetic Turf, Water Management CA Lic #633203 (800) 329-9887 www.aristocratlandscape.com

(619) 582-9700

ELECTRICAL

PLUMBING

Fischbeck Electric Inc.

Ideal Plumbing, Heating, Air & Electrical

For all of your electrical needs. Solar systems, Green energy savings, panel upgrades and changes, remodels, recessed lighting, etc. CA Lic. #900788

Water heaters, Garbage disposals, drain cleaning. Video pipe inspections, water softeners & filtration. Visit our Showroom!

Serving our community since 1960!

(619) 749-7105

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Blue Line Pool & Spa Service Specializing in Spas.

Custom Spa Covers, Repairs and Supplies Drain & Cleaning, Acid Washes Member of BBB SD County (619) 466-1999 16 years of quality service

SELF IMPROVEMENT Mathnasium Math Learning Center Math help for grades 2-12.

WARNING: Your Child Could Become CRAZY about MATH 6690 Mission Gorge Rd, #Q (619) 281-MATH www.mathnasium.com

List your company here.

Business listings run for 6 or 12 consecutive issues. For rate information in our Business and Services Directory, please call us at 619-283-9747ext 122 or e-mail to sales@newsetc.com or visit our website for rates at MissionTimesCourier.com

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SERVICES

SERVICES

SERVICES

FOR RENT

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. 8:30-12noon. By Appt.,619-644-3669. (02)

Hauling: construction & yard clean-up.

Demos. Light maintenance. Call Carlos at 858495-0548; cellular 619-813-9988. Tierrasanta resident.

Pls contact via email: chiripas1@aol.com. (5/10)

R & M Signs and Designs. Custom signs, banners, window decals, vehicle magnetics, storefront graphics, team sports, custom apparel. RMsignsdesigns.com. Excellent service.

619-287-8757. (07/10)

Senior Living: 55+ small & large 1 BR’s start at $645/mo; $500 deposit. San Carlos Village Apts. 7717 Tommy Street. Call 619-461-4111.

(02/10)

Kitty Sitter, 15 yr Allied Gardens resident; Allied Gardens and Del Cerro only. $10 a visit.

619-583-8363.

Reliable Honest Housekeeper w/ 2 yrs. exp. cleaning. General cleaning includes: bathrooms, kitchen, vacuuming, mopping, dust and trash.

Rate is $20 per hour and depending on size of house, can take 2-3 hours. Call Angie at 619448-3874 or email angiem110302@gmail.com

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. Senior discount, references, and member of the BBB. No job too small. Lic #878703. Call 619-255-3499. (09/10) 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. 619582-4449. (07/10) We want safer, stronger seniors! Let's improve your balance, flexibility, strength and stamina. Personalized workouts in your own home are fun and private. Call Pam Melody, Certified Personal Trainer with Stronger, Safer Seniors Fitness Training, at 619-962-7144 for a free consultation. (12/09) 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.

(03/11)

Gardening, landscape maintenance. Edge, mow, fertilizing, pruning, weeding. Repairs of fences, gates, sprinklers, lights. Planting: shrubs, trees, bulbs, roses, flowers. 33 years experience. Call 858-831-1722. (12/09) Lori’s House Cleaning Service: Reasonable rates, quality service, references. 619-5829586.(03/10) Computer Repair - Setup - Tuneup. PC help for families, seniors, home offices. Trusted in homes for over 25 years. Call 619-992-5882. CA Lic #81527. (03/10) Online Shopping. No lines, no crowds, no traffic. www.Steveshasslefreeshopping.com.

(12/09) Art Classes! Fine Arts Classes for children & adults. French’s Art Studio - La Mesa/Rancho San Diego. 619-670-6762. Drawing, painting, small classes - individual instruction. Day & evening classes. Free Art Class with this ad.

Holiday gift certificates available. (12/09)

Gardening Service: 20 years experience.

Lawns, hedges, weeding, trimming, we do it all!

Weekly/bi-weekly service. Insured/free estimates. Allied Gardens resident since 1983. 619287-6947. (05/10)

Pacific Earth Landscape - Specializing in commercial & residential landscape renovation, irrigation install and repairs, new installation, masonry, concrete and retaining walls. Over 20 years experience. CA License #769282. Call 619-466-1498. (12/09)

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. (09/ 10)

Tait’s Tree Service. Trimming, shaping, lacing, removals. Quality work, affordable prices.

Lic # 777395. Bonded & Insured. Dan, 619-5835771. treemandan63@yahoo.com (08/10)

Honor Guard Roofing since 1993. Allied Gardens, family owned, repairs and all types of roofing. Free estimates. Call 619-229-9112. (02/ 10) Quality exterior carpentry by Bob. Decks, fences, patio covers and termite repair. Free estimates, reasonable rates, insured and reliable. LIcense #365241 since 1978. Phone: 619275-1493. (06/10) German Setter Tile and Marble: Professional marble/tilesetter with 26 years experience. European craftsmanship. Punctual & dependable.

License #872804. Contact Jens Sedemund: 619415-6789 or via email: jens@germansetter.com.

(08/10) Linda’s Puppy Love, a bonded, licensed, insured pet & housesitting service offers daily dog walks, cat care, vacation visits, overnight care, love, care & attention. 619-857-3674. www.lindaspuppylove.com. (05/10) Prodjectman - Handyman Services. No job too small. Let me help you get those jobs done!

Painting, drywall, cleaning, yardwork, hauling, repairs, whatever! Please call Al, 619-997-2350.

(12/09) Painting: $60 per average room. Exterior work also. Neat, clean and fast. Call today for your free estimate. 619-280-7752. (02/10) Healing Touch Therapeutic Massage. Nationally certified, home-based massage therapist offers sports, deep-tissue, Swedish, hot stone massage for rehabilitation and relaxation; 1 hour, from $35. Call Shizuko--Suzy, 619-767-8866.

License #92010681. (04/10) Sing! Sing! Sing! Grow Your Voice! Take voice lessons with Susan Simmons, New Expressions School of Music, 2852 University Ave. Call 858-349-8490 for appointment. (12/09) Roy L. Schwartz Tree Service. Commercial & Residential; ISA certified arborist WE-6180A. Hazardous tree removal, 55-foot aerial truck.

Bonded, Licensed, Insured. 619-282-3562.

Lic#775662.www.roystreeservice.com (4/10) Lamps - repaired, made from keepsakes, fixtures rewired & repaired, crystals repaired & cleaned. Call Seymour, 619-461-8284. (02/10) Paul R Smith Complete Home Improvement.

Complete bath remodel for $7200. All home repairs & remodeling. 43-yr Allied Gardens resident. In business & serving the community for over 20 yrs. Lic# 692972; BBB member. Call Paul, 619-818-7880. (02/10)

Personalized Memorial Photo Collage Poster!

Your photos arranged with art and design. We use your digital photos, arrange them, add words of your choice and 3-D graphic effects to create a lifetime of memories on a hi-definition printed poster. Several sizes available. Prices start at $49.00, depending on number of photos and size. Please call: 619-244-6245 or visit us at www.memorialphotoproducts.com. (05/10)

FOR SALE Firewood for Sale. 1/8 cord: $70. 1/4 cord: $125. 1/2 cord: $195. Full cord: $295. Call 619282-3562. (07/10) Automatic Brown Colored Lift Chair, like new condition. Call Bob or Marilyn, 619-583-7544.

Beautiful handmade cutwork placemats, napkins, runners; lace trimmed sheets, pillowslips; crocheted doilies. “Collectibles.” Make offer.

619-583-9458.

Furniture: Glass top, handmade Southwest diningroom set. $700. Please call 619-286-5991.

Books, Vintage First grade readers, some Dick and Jane, Dolls (9), Madame Alexander, Harlequin with China head, Kewpie, more. Various prices, call for information, 619-286-6554.

Canon Photo Printer, Typewriter/case, women’s leather bomber jacket/medium size; & rollerblades size 9-10; Power Juicer, 2 GT express cookers, lids off appliance. Please call 619-282-5105.

Antique Book “The Sinking of the Titanic” by Russell, circa 1912; $250. 619-286-3939.

The Cottages - Rainswept Lane, 3 BD, 3BA, numerous updates, beautiful backyard, large deck w/cover, community pool & hottub; Bids $419,000 - $459,000. Appt. only - Please call 972-897-5848. (05/10)

Wonderfully maintained 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home on serene cul de sac with awesome westerly views. Gardener & refrig too. Agent: Chuck, 619-528-9773. 6760 High Country.(2/ 10)

NOTICES Republican Women are welcome to attend our monthly Navajo Canyon Republican Women, Fed. luncheon meetings. Our program meetings feature informative speakers. We generally meet the 2nd Tuesday at The Brigantine Restaurant located in La Mesa. Come join us! Please call 619-444-7380.

Enjoy Singing? Join Barbershop Chorus.

Beginners & experienced singers. Please call Joe, 619-675-4374.

The San Diego Choraleers mixed chorus will be performing at Patrick Henry High School auditorium on Feb. 20 at 4:30pm, with optional dinner afterward. Call Marty at 619-460-2472 for more info. Location: 6702 Wandermere Rd. (92120).

WANTED Wanted: Pre WWII “0” gauge Lionel electric trains. Please call Doug at 619-820-8393.

Wanted: 1993 -2000 cargo van or box truck.

Please call Art, 619-287-1628.

Wanted to Buy: Private party seeks historic memorabilia from the legendary McDini’s National City Diner & Entertainment. 619-501-1883.

Wanted: Pool table by private party. Must be clean & reasonable. 619-286-3939.

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Drop off or mail your ad or article to our mailbox inside Postal Annex at 6549 Mission Gorge Rd, PMB #199 • San Diego, CA 92120 Articles can be sent via E-Mail to: Sally@NewsEtc.com

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Free classified ads are available to private parties and to non-profit organizations that do not charge for their services. Only one ad per party or organization will be accepted per issue as a free classified - additional ads must be paid for with submission of the ads. Free classifieds are limited to 25 words or less. Ads of more than 25 words cost 50¢ per additional word; payment must accompany the ad. All free classifieds will run for only one issue even if you indicate on the ad that you want it to run more than one time.

All classified ads - free or paid - must be submitted by mail only or hand-delivered to Postal Annex at 6549 Mission Gorge Road, Box 199, San Diego CA 92120. THE LAST DATE PRE-PAID ADS WILL RUN IS PRINTED AFTER EACH AD - IF NO DATE IS GIVEN, THE AD RUNS ONLY ONE ISSUE. The following ad classifications are eligible for free classified ads: FOR SALE, GARAGE SALES, LOST & FOUND, WANTED, FOR RENT, NOTICES and YOUTH SERVICES. However, this does not include WANTED ads for multi-level sales or FOR RENT ads for vacation/rental condos or NOTICES for any profit-making organization.

We do not guarantee that we will run all free classifieds submitted. If you include payment for an ad that normally is considered a free classified, we guarantee that it will be printed in the next available issue, unless it is inappropriate for a family oriented newspaper. We will not call or write to inform you if your classified ad does not qualify as a free classified; we simply receive too many ads to provide that level of service. We do not mail copies of the newspaper for proof of publication.

PAID CLASSIFIEDS - $8/25 words or less BUSINESS CLASSIFIEDS including SERVICES, CHILD CARE, BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES, NOTICES, HELP WANTED & FOR SALE ads for any profit making enterprise cost $8 for 25 words or less plus 50¢ per word over 25, payable in advance of publication only. NOTICES ads may NOT be ads normally classified under SERVICES (i.e.., business ads) - the Editor reserves the right to reject or re-classify any ads sent in under the NOTICES category that should more appropriately be placed elsewhere. PAID ADS may run for any consecutive number of issues, provided that proper payment for the ads is received in advance. NO PHONE CALLS WILL BE ACCEPTED FOR RENEWAL OF ADS. THE LAST DATE PRE-PAID ADS WILL RUN IS PRINTED AFTER EACH AD. IF NO DATE IS INCLUDED AFTER THE AD, IT RUNS ONLY ONCE. When counting words - a word is a word, regardless of the number of letters. A telephone number is 1 word. An address such as "10000 Mission Gorge Road" is 4 words. We do not mail "proofs of publication" for classifieds.

SPECIAL NOTICE The Mission Times Courier reserves the right to edit or refuse classified ads due to inappropriate content, space considerations, etc. The Mission Times Courier assumes no financial responsibility for errors nor for omission of copy for classified ads. By submission of ad, advertisers agree to indemnify and hold the Mission Times Courier harmless from any claims and expenses arising from the publication of any ad. No personals are accepted. No refunds given or cancellations accepted unless such notice is received by mail 10 days prior to the publication date. MAKE SURE YOU REMIT THE CORRECT AMOUNT OF MONEY FOR THE AD - WE ARE UNABLE TO CONTACT YOU - NOR RUN THE AD - IF THE INCORRECT AMOUNT OF MONEY IS SENT WITH THE AD. We do not mail copies for "proof of publication" - and your cancelled check is your receipt.

MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO: "MISSION TIMES COURIER" PLEASE READ INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. CIRCLE THE APPROPRIATE CLASSIFICATION. Make checks payable to "Mission Times Courier."

MAIL TO: 6549 Mission Gorge Rd #199, San Diego CA 92120.

FOR SALE CHILD CARE FOR RENT SERVICES LOST & FOUND HELP WANTED

BUS. OPP. WANTED GARAGE SALES

NOTICES (see restrictions above)

EXTRA COPIES If you need extra copies of the Mission Times Courier, they are available at the Benjamin Branch Library, San Carlos Branch Library, College Rolando Library and over 120 business locations throughout our distribution area on the day of publication - while supplies last.

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Reserve your space now for our next issue, March 5 Ad space deadline is Thurs. February 18 Camera-ready artwork due Tuesday, February 23 Call 619-283-9747 x 122 or email: Sales@NewsEtc.com

6549 Mission Gorge Road PMB #199, San Diego CA 92120 Phone: (619) 283-9747 ext 122 - email: ContactUs@missiontimescourier.com Visit our website at: www.MissionTimesCourier.com

Publishers: Columnist: Sally Ortega Madaffer Barbara Cleves Anderson Editor & Co-Publisher Barbara.Cleves@NewsEtc.com (Sally@NewsEtc.com) Staff Writer: Jim Madaffer, Co-Publisher R. Maude Madsen (Jim@MissionTimesCourier.com) Rmm@NewsEtc.com

Graphic Design & Layout: André Lalias Andre@aascs.com

Circulation: 27,000. Published 11 times in 2010 and delivered to more than 22,500 homes and businesses in the communities of Allied Gardens, Del Cerro, Grantville, San Carlos, Northern La Mesa, Rolando & the College Area by NewsEtc Publishing Co. An additional 4,500 copies are distributed to more than 130 businesses and community centers in the communities. Classified ads and articles must be submitted by mail, e-mail or dropped off at our business address, Postal Annex at 6549 Mission Gorge Road, PMB #199, San Diego, CA 92120. (Vons Center) Publisher reserves the right to refuse any advertisements or material submitted which are deemed to be objectionable. Publisher's liability for errors: The Mission Times Courier assumes no financial liability for errors nor for omission of copy and upon request will furnish a letter of correction to the advertiser. The Publisher, NewsEtc. Publishing Co., shall not be liable for any error in published advertising unless an advertiser proof is requested in writing 12 days prior to publication date and clearly marked for corrections. If the error is not corrected by the Publisher, the liability, if any, shall not exceed the space occupied for the error. Further, the Publisher shall not be liable for any omission of an advertisement ordered to be published. On written request, Publisher shall reschedule and run the omitted advertisement at the advertiser's cost. All claims for adjustment must be made in writing within 30 days of the date of publication. In no case shall the Publisher be liable for any general, special or consequential damages.

Equal Housing Opportunity: Real estate advertising in the Mission Times Courier is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Law which makes it illegal to advertise "any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination." The Mission Times Courier will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate that is in violation of the law. This is to notify Mission Times Courier readers that all dwellings advertised in the Mission Times Courier are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination call HUD at 1-800-669-9777 or TTY at 1-800-927-9275.

News and information printed in the Mission Times Courier is obtained from sources considered to be reliable, but accuracy on information sent to the paper cannot be guaranteed. Articles and opinions of writers or letters to the editor that are submitted for publication to the Mission Times Courier are the views of the writers and should not be considered the views of the publisher. Content of paid advertisements is solely the responsibility of the advertiser. © 1995-2010, all rights reserved.

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