Mission Times Courier - January 2011

January 7, 2011

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Record Water Level At Lake Murray

Most of Lake Murray’s shoreline was flooded as the lake spilled for the first time ever.

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Wish Granted

OPPOSITION TO ALVARADO CREEK REPAIR WORK WASHES OUT

By Genevieve A. Suzuki Stymied by conservationist groups in its efforts to get necessary permits to maintain Alvarado Creek and prevent flooding, a frustrated City of San Diego finally received some relief when the Army Corps of Engineers issued emergency authorization last month to perform repair work on the area.

“We do have authorization to do some substantial work although we consider it the minimum work needed in the area,” said Bill Harris, spokesperson for the City of San Diego Transportation and Storm Water Department.

The city’s emergency work arrived a little late for some local business owners frustrated with the decades-old issue.

As Don Teemsma, owner of Mission Valley Pipe and Supply, watched the creek crest next to his property during heavy rains in December, he voiced his aggravation at a problem that has existed since he moved there in 1983. “Our employees are impacted, we’re impacted, and it costs us tens of thousands of dollars every time it happens,” he said.

Teemsma said the flooding destroys inventory. “We have to elevate inventory just because they’re not cleaning out the channel,” he said.

Since he’s been in business in Grantville, Teemsma has seen cars, trash, shopping carts and piles of debris washing down Alvarado Creek, which is adjacent to his property.

See Flooding, page 24

A wish comes true for a four-year-old College Area train enthusiast.

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Historic Finish For Aztecs Elliot Benedict-Philipp was presented a commemorative Kente cloth from the King of Ghana. Archbishop Desmond Tutu (left) and King Osei Tutu II are pictured in the background.

A freshman leads the Aztecs to its first postseason football win since 1969.

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Happy New Year!

The New Year is a time of reflection, hope, and a look ahead. It is the time to forget and get past memories that are no longer useful or worth pondering upon. It is the time for new beginnings and new starts in life.

Mission Trails Waterfalls

Heavy rains bring waterfalls to life in Mission Trails Regional Park.

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Volume XVII – Number I

DEL CERRO RESIDENT JOINS ARCHBISHOP DESMOND TUTU FOR ROYAL CELEBRATION DURING SEMESTER AT SEA

By Jeff Barnes Elliot Benedict-Philipp knew when he embarked on his “Semester at Sea” voyage in August it would be a memorable experience, but he had no idea he would be privileged to have an exclusive encounter with world leaders.

As I looked back on 2010, I was fascinated to reflect on everything that transpired in our world, our City and our communities. During 2010, the Mission Times Courier grew with more pages, more stories, more advertisers and a larger circulation at a time when many media organizations were headed in the opposite direction.

The secret to our success has been because of you the reader – when our advertisers get response, calls and your business they know our publication works. As a 100% advertiser supported publication, we rely on our readership to patronage our advertisers – please do so. We also know to focus the paper on what I like to call hyper-local journalism: covering the things that matter to you the most in your backyard – your neighborhood and communities.

Please allow me to express my gratitude for everyone’s efforts in 2010 – from our readership to our advertising sales team to our Editor to our production team and to our writers and contributors.

The New Year is also a time of new beginnings. It is time to start afresh and do things that would make someone else smile. Make a pledge to make at least one person happy. You will see the difference it can make in both your lives.

As we embark on 2011, we pledge to continue bringing you news of our community and engage you along the way. Be sure and visit our website. Join our email list to stay up to date.

We are always looking for excellent writers and contributors; please let us know if you’d like to help us cover the news of our neighborhoods.

Best wishes to you, your friends and families, for a Happy and Prosperous New Year!

Jim Madaffer, Publisher

Following the second full day of the four-month long study abroad program, the Del Cerro resident was one of five participants asked to serve on a delegation that would join Archbishop Desmond Tutu in a special recognition of his Lifetime Achievement Award.

“It was so surreal and unreal,” Benedict-Philipp said.

“And still I don’t know why I got chosen” out of 604 students.

Nobel Peace Prize recipient, Archbishop Tutu was scheduled to receive the Africa Lifetime Achievement Award from the Millennium Excellence Award Foundation in Ghana on Dec. 4. The Archbishop wasn’t available to receive the award since he was traveling on the Fall 2010 Semester at Sea voyage, but coincidentally the voyage stopped in Ghana on its itinerary.

Upon the MV Explorer’s arrival in Takoradi, Ghana on Sept. 22, Archbishop Tutu joined Benedict-Philipp and four of his Semester at Sea colleagues and the program’s Academic Dean in traveling to Kumasi and Accra to be recognized and honored for his decades of social justice and humanitarian work.

The delegation traveled in a police motorcade, which swerved through the streets as residents looked on.

“I’ve never felt so important in my entire life,” BenedictPhilipp said.

The San Diego State student said the Archbishop went out of his way to make the students feel very welcome.

See Semester, page 23

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By Barbara Cleves Anderson Wally Danielson and I talk periodically about happenings at Lake Murray.

He sometimes comments about something in my column. He called recently to say that in my article I mentioned the word, “outhouse.” He said that he hadn’t seen or heard that word in a very long time. Visitors to Lake Murray use that word to distinguish the primitive from the more up-to-date restrooms that have flush toilets and water faucets. Wally is what I would call a wordsmith. He seems to love words.

We are not all wordsmiths. But, we all have favorite words and phrases and words and phrases that we consider over-used and tired. The old, “At the end of the day,” has been resurrected primarily by politicians. Why have people “gone missing?” They used to be missing. Politicians also exclaim “spot on!” And, they “want to be clear.” I like the words “flummoxed kerfuffle and bolloxed.” They are fun to say even if they aren’t positive words. I hope Wally and everyone has a kerfuffless New Year.

Winnie Reno lost her beloved dog TJ several years ago, and lakees were happy when she finally decided to get a puppy. Cindar is a black Labrador and standard poodle mix. Play time is all the time for the female. On Monday, Dec. 13 she was attacked by a smaller dog that was off leash. The dog came up behind Winnie and Cindar and bit off the bottom part of Cindar’s ear.

When the owner of the leash-less dog showed up later, he denied that his dog bit Cindar. He told Winnie that his dog doesn’t have teeth. Winnie took Cindar to her vet, and Cindar had to have her ear stitched up. The vet said the biter definitely had teeth. The emergency bill was not small but the lack of concern on the part of the owner is more disturbing. The incident happened at 4 p.m. at ball field 6 near the tennis courts. Winnie said that the dog looked like a terrier mix with white, brown, and gray/black markings. She thinks it weighs about 20 lbs. I guess there are bullies in all strata of life.

Our no hands, bike riding, goofball, Dana Dugan had her third annual food drive this year and fell just short of her goal. Last year she collected 1,500 lbs. of food from the lake visitors. This year she collected 1,387 lbs. I told her that next year she should ask for fruitcakes to make her goal. An executive from the Food Bank called Dana to say that Lake Murray was an unusual place to get donated food. Most churches, stores and organizations give food. She said that she was touched by the people who stopped by the lake on their way to work and one man who was the first to bring a trunk load of food at 5 a.m. on the first day of the drive. So now we have our marching orders for next year… beat the 1,500 lbs. record.

See Lake Murray, Page 25

The water level at Lake Murray rose to a record level following the December rains, leaving much of the shoreline including picnic tables and barbecues under water. The lake spilled (slowly) over the dam for the first time. Photo credit: George J. Janczyn

(above) Mesa Student Services caption: The 85,000 square foot, $55.7 million Mesa College Student Services center will include new facilities for student services on campus including Admissions, Financial Aid, Evaluations and Testing, Counseling, Student Government, Disabled Student Services, Information and Outreach, classrooms, conference areas and a café. (inset) The 25,000 square foot, $5.3 million Mesa College Design center, a former elementary school campus, will house classrooms, labs, faculty offices and support spaces for Mesa College’s Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Building Construction Technology and Interior Design programs. Classrooms are equipped with desktop computers at individual stations for students’ use. Photos credit: Gafcon Inc.

MESA COLLEGE UNDERGOING DRAMATIC TRANSFORMATION Propositions N & S Fund State-of-the-art, ‘Green’ Projects With more than 24,000 students, San Diego Mesa College is the largest college in the San Diego Community College District and the City’s largest transfer college. The campus is currently in the midst of a $247.4 million campus expansion, courtesy of SDCCD’s $1.55 billion Propositions S and N construction bond program. The dramatic transformation of facilities is helping Mesa meet the academic and career-training needs of San Diego students in state-ofthe-art facilities, designed and built using the latest green building strategies.

Mesa’s expansion involves more than 25 projects, including new instructional and career-training facilities, major renovations, infrastructure projects and public safety enhancements -- all designed with energy efficiency in mind.

Mesa’s “green” building designs are resulting in the savings of approximately 710,000 kWh each year – the equivalent of 710 metric tons of CO2. A photovoltaic (solar) array on campus will generate more than 1.7 million kWh annually, the energy equivalent of keeping 239 cars off San Diego roadways each year.

“These projects are a testament to our ability to meet our commitments to the voters who approved both Propositions S and N, and we are grateful for their confidence,” said Elizabeth Armstrong, interim president of Mesa College. “All of us here take pride in being good stewards of taxpayer dollars and effective caretakers of natural resources.”

Since construction began, Mesa has completed 10 projects, including a sweeping east campus improvement project, which included a new entryway, 1,100-space parking structure, police substation and the Rosa Parks Memorial transit center, an athletic facility and the Allied Health Education and Training Facility. Both the Allied Health facility and the police station have been awarded the prestigious Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Gold certification by the United States Green Building Council. Two more projects are tracking a LEED Silver certification: the Student Services Building, currently under construction and expected to be completed in March of 2012, and the Math and Natural Science Building, expected to begin construction early next year.

See Mesa, Page 22

COMMUNITY INVITED TO MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. AWARD BREAKFAST

The YMCA of San Diego County announces the 26th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Human Dignity Award Breakfast on Friday, Jan, 14, 6:30 a.m., at the Town & Country Resort Hotel, 500 Hotel Circle North. Tickets are $40. The event is highlighted by keynote speaker, the Rev. Calvin S. Morris, Ph.D., executive director of the See , Page 25 Community Renewal Society, a faith-based social justice advocacy organization in Chicago, focusing on issues of race and poverty.

A civil and human rights activist, Rev. Morris worked with Dr. King, as associate director of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference’s Operation Bread Basket (now Operation PUSH) from 1967-71 in Chicago. From 1973-76, he served as executive director of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Center for Nonviolent Social Change, founded by Mrs. Coretta Scott King soon after her husband’s assassination.

Attendees at the YMCA breakfast will not only memorialize and celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, they will also recognize community leaders of the past, present and future, including this year’s Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Human Dignity Award winner. This award is given each year to a person who most exemplifies the work and character of Dr. King. Past honorees embody outstanding qualities of volunteerism, philanthropy and activism in the San Diego community. Tickets can be purchased online at www.jackierobinson.ymca.org or by calling 619-264-0144 ext 104. Event sponsorships are still available. All proceeds benefit the Jackie Robinson Family YMCA, serving an ethnically diverse community of over a quarter of a million people in Southeastern San Diego.

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(LEFT) Vice Admiral Stanhope C. Ring, an aviation hero featured in WINGS OF GOLD: Coronado and Naval Aviation, is shown here flying over San Diego in 1928. (Photo courtesy of Coronado Historical Assn., donated by Susan Keith.

(MIDDLE) Glenn Curtiss (right) trains Lt. Theodore G. “Spuds” Ellyson in 1911, the first naval officer to earn the wings of gold. (Photo credit: Coronado Historical Assn.) (RIGHT) Early flight over the Hotel del Coronado, Jan. 26, 1911.

(Photo credit: Coronado Historical Assn.)

WINGS OF GOLD: CORONADO AND NAVAL AVIATION Events, Town Changed History

By Pam Crooks In early 1911, the United States Navy asked pioneer aviator and inventor Glenn Curtiss to train one its officers to fly. Curtiss chose a sandy, scrub-covered island in San Diego Bay as the location and Coronado became the birthplace of naval aviation. The course of military history was changed forever. The Coronado Historical Association (CHA) will participate in a national celebration of the Centennial of Naval Aviation with the unveiling of a themed museum exhibit entitled, Wings of Gold: Coronado and Naval Aviation on Feb. 4.

Wings of Gold will be showcased in one of the main galleries of the Coronado Museum of History & Art and will feature rare photographs and documents such as an early pilot license signed by Orville Wright. An original pilot’s uniform, the helmet of one the first female naval aviators and a national insignia that flew on aircraft from 1919-1940 are examples of other items that will be on view. One of the most exciting artifacts on display will be a scale model of the original seaplane designed and built by Curtiss and flown off the shores of Coronado.

He built the model to successfully defend his design in a patent lawsuit. It includes Curtiss’ handwritten notes and a wooden case he built to carry the model into the courtroom.

But the exhibit will be about more than just the surprising number of “firsts” that have occurred in aviation in Coronado. A video component utilizing photographs and oral history interviews of aviators who lived in Coronado and worked at Naval Air Station (NAS)--North Island will be featured, including snapshots of pilots participating in the civic and social life of

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REMEMBER THE ELDERLY THIS TIME OF YEAR

By Dianne Klein, SDPD/RSVP Special Events Administrator Do you have an elderly relative or friend who is home bound and might love to have a little visit once in a while? The RSVP volunteers with the San Diego Police Department could be your answer.

We offer the YANA program (You Are Not Alone) and will check the welfare of these folks on a regular basis. This program has saved lives on several occasions by finding elderly folks who have fallen and couldn’t get up. By our checking on them and calling for help to get them medical attention they have been able to return home. Or if we visit and can’t get them to answer the door or our phone call, we will again call for assistance to get them help. We provide the Vial of Life, a form to place on the refrigerator which includes emergency information such as all medications being taken and any allergies they might have so that paramedics can properly be of assistance. We also require an emergency contact to call first if we find a YANA in distress.

YANA’s are usually elderly but there is no age limit for this program. If you think you would like to provide this service for a loved one or close friend, please give us a call, and we can help you get that person signed up. It’s a free service from the Police Department, and our volunteers can visit the YANA any day of the week Monday thru Friday from 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

If you’re interested, please give us a call at (858) 495-7990, and we’ll get you started.

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the community over the decades.

Residents of Coronado have been involved in every major conflict since World War I. One section will feature profiles of five highly-decorated hometown heroes, including Rear Admiral James D. Ramage, a recipient of the Navy Cross for his role in the Battle of the Philippine Sea in World War II, and Admiral James B. Stockdale, who was shot down over North Vietnam in 1965, and held in Hanoi as a prisoner of war for eight years, later becoming a Vice Presidential candidate in 1992.

Mark Aldrich, an aviation history expert and co-author of San Diego’s North Island, 1911-1941, served as guest curator for Wings of Gold: Coronado and Naval Aviation. Many of the artifacts and compelling photographs are from the CHA archives, but other pieces are on loan from the San Diego Air & Space Museum, Flying Leatherneck Museum, San Diego Maritime Museum and the Naval Helicopter Historical Society. Some of the most important objects and information in the exhibition came from Coronado residents themselves.

Wings of Gold has been funded in part by the Office of County Supervisors Community Enhancement Program. Wings of Gold: Coronado and Naval Aviation opens at the Coronado Museum of History & Art in conjunction with the national Centennial of Naval Aviation celebration, which will have its kick-off at NAS North Island on Feb. 12. It will be on exhibit through September.

Admission is free. Hours: Mon. – Fri. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sat. & Sun. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Museum is located adjacent to the Coronado Visitor Center, 1100 Orange Ave., (619) 435-7242, www.coronadohistory.org.

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GEMS JEWELS

By Enhancery Jewelers, Kathleen White, Graduate Gemologist, GIA

WE ARE BUYING GOLD With gold hitting all time highs, now is the time to cash-in. Take a look in the bottom of your jewelry box to find those single earrings, broken and dented chains and charms, or the class ring you haven’t worn in years. Then visit us to see just how much your old gold is worth. We will then give you an extra 10% cash by mentioning this ad or a larger offer if you are trading in for new jewelry or repair services.

Hikers who explored Oak Canyon following the December storms were treated to some spectacular waterfalls along trails. (Photo by David Cooksy)

BIRTHSTONE OF THE MONTH- JANUARY -GARNET Deep, wine-red garnet has long symbolized the virtue of fidelity for the January born. It has been treasured since antiquity for its rich color, brilliant sparkle, and great durability. Tin addition to red, it comes in dozens for bright colors – everything except blue. With a hardness of 6.5-7.5 on the Mohs scale it is similar to gems such as peridot, tourmaline and zircon. /to avoid chips and scratches, protect garnets from sharp blows. Garnets are also heat sensitive so avoid extreme temperatures.

Call Enhancery Jewelers at (619)282-3900 for answers to any gem and jewelry questions you may have. Enhancery Jewelers is located in the Chili’s Shopping Center at 4242 Camino del Rio N.#17 (at I-8 & Mission Gorge).

Open Tues.-Fri., 10-6 pm; Sat. 10-4pm. Martin and Kathleen White have owned Enhancery Jewelers for over thirty one years. They specialize in diamond and gemstone jewelry, custom design, appraisals, jewelry and watch repairs.

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MAINTAINING NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS MADE EASY AT MISSION TRAILS REGIONAL PARK

By Audrey F. Baker

January is the month of new beginnings, a chance to start fresh and achieve new goals. The month was named after the mythical Roman king, Janus, whose two faces allowed him to see past and future events. Whether your New Year’s Resolution includes fitness, embarking on new adventure, spending more time with friends and family, learning something new, or just getting more enjoyment out of life, an easy way to meet your goal is to take in an outing at Mission Trails Regional Park. Amid scenic surroundings of dramatic geological formations, stands of mighty oaks, delicate flowerings, and enticing See Resolutions, Page 25

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MISSION TRAILS OFFERS VARIETY OF PROGRAMS INTO NEW YEAR

By Jay Wilson, Executive Director, MTRP Foundation

MAKING YOUR FIRST CRUISE A PLEASURE CRUISE

By Cindy Newman Planning your first cruise can be a challenge for those who either haven’t traveled much or who haven’t taken an organized tour or vacation. How do you plan that first cruise? Family and friends often get together to discuss where they want to travel or vacation next. You might have heard cruise tales from and seen (or been subjected to) cruise vacation pictures taken by your family and friends, or read in magazines and the Web about how much fun (and economical) cruising can be. If you want to “take the plunge” and go on your first cruise, where do you start?

From the Mission Trails Visitor Center Terrace, early morning fog swirls down the gorge between the mountains of South Fortuna and Kwaay Pay.

The view from the Visitor Center Terrace early in the morning is truly magnificent. This time of year fog is often moving through the gorge. Stop and watch as the wind currents twist and turn the low lying fog, and bend it in an ever changing display of nature.

As the sun continues to displace the shadows, peer through the bare branches of the tress adjacent to the San Diego River, and see the churning river winding through a portion of the gorge.

We hope you were one of the more than 74,000 record setting visitors to the Mission Trails Visitor Center in 2010. 2011 begins with a variety of activities throughout the month of January.

Through Jan. 28, at the Visitor Center Gallery, “Nature Interpreted: Seven Eclectic Approaches” is on display featuring seven award winning two and three-dimensional artists. They will hold a public reception on Sunday, Jan. 9 in the Visitor Center from 1-4 p.m.

The Native American Flute Players, a volunteer group, will be practicing in the Visitor Center Amphitheater on the Sunday, Jan. 9 from 1-3 p.m. A great variety of flutes are played each month.

The Pomerado Brass Quintet returns to the stage of the Visitor Center Theater on Sunday, Jan. 19 at 3 p.m. This is the first of our 2011 winter/spring concert season scheduled for the third Sunday of the month through June.

Kumeyaay Indian Games will be presented by Trails Guides Lillian Cooper and Patti Scollay at their “Discovery Station” on Sunday, Jan. 30, from 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. in the Visitor Center.

Mark your calendar for May 21, for the 9th annual Explore Mission Trails Day. Children’s Fun Nature Classes In January, the topic for our Nature Adventures! children’s classes will be The 2 Cats & 2 Dogs of Mission Trails! Who’s the king of the mountain? Who has the bobbed tail? What dog climbs trees? Which one howls at night? Children will learn answers to these questions and more about our native carnivores while examining animal specimens, real pelts, tracks & scats on the trail.

See Mission Trails, Page 8

SAN CARLOS FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY The December Used Book Sale was bigger and better than ever! Due to the New Year’s Holiday, the January SCFOL Used Book Sale will be held on the 2nd Saturday, Jan. 8 from 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

In February, it will revert to the 1st Saturday of the month. 45% of the books we offer monthly are new to our collection. We thank all of you who donate your gently used books. Proceeds are used for library programs. Paperbacks sell for 3/$1. What a deal!

Congratulations to all of the students who entered the Essay Contest. The local awards ceremony with be held at the San Carlos Library on Tuesday, Jan. 18 from 6-8 p.m.

Jan. 11 thru Feb. 3, our featured art display will be presented by artists from The Women’s Caucus for Art. Their reception is Saturday, Jan. 15 from 12-2 p.m. in the Community Room.

Friday, Jan. 21 from 1-3 p.m. in the Community

First-time cruisers should probably work with a travel agent who is experienced in booking cruises.

Cruises sail to multiple destinations, from the balmy Bahamas to chilly Alaska. There are a variety of vessels to appeal to everyone from budgetminded cruisers to families or people with a taste for adventure. With some careful planning, you can maximize the pleasure of your cruise. Choosing the right ship, season and stateroom will help ensure that you’ll have an enjoyable vacation.

Choosing a Ship There are many classes of ships, each with its own special amenities.

Newer ships have the most amenities, and cruises on these ships cost more.

The older ships have fewer features but are often a bargain. Many older ships have the basic amenities such as pools, lounges, casinos and dedicated children’s areas. In addition to the basics, some of these ships may have features such as solariums and miniature golf courses. Newer ships have wave pools and on-board water parks that appeal to families and adventurous cruisers.

Choosing a Season Choosing the right season is critical to enjoying your cruise and possibly saving some money. When you are traveling to a cold area such as Alaska, you must sail during the summer for the best weather--but you’ll also pay a premium price. At other ports, you will pay more during the summer and holidays, because many families travel when their children are out of school. If you are sailing in an area that is prone to hurricanes, sailing during peak hurricane season can save you money if you’re willing to risk a change in itinerary.

Choosing a Stateroom Older ships have smaller staterooms than the newer vessels. If you’re sailing on one of the older ships, you may want to choose a more expensive category to get some space. You may want to get a room with a porthole or veranda to get extra light. On the newer ships, the staterooms are a little larger and there are so many activities that you won’t be spending much time in your room. Because of this, you may be able to do well in a less-expensive inside stateroom. Pay attention to what is above and around your stateroom; a good cruise line should have ship maps on their website that will allow you to check out your ship. If you’re under an activity area or next door to a laundry room or other high-traffic area, you may get a lot of noise.

Have fun in your adventure!

Cindy Newman is a consultant for Travel Design International.

Room, our free – Oasis program will feature your favorite, Russell Rowe. He will focus our attention on “Aging and Exercise” and include motivation, nutrition and simple exercises.

Wednesday, Jan. 26 from 7-8 p.m., Andrea Schneider, local resident, lawyer and breast cancer survivor, will present from a survivor’s viewpoint, her book, “You are Not Alone: Life After a Breast Cancer Diagnosis.” This talk is for anyone who is interested in preventing, detecting, treating, and learning more about breast cancer.

Free Cinema San Carlos is shown weekly in the Community Room of the San Carlos Library on a theater size screen. Films for mature teens and adult are shown on Tuesdays at 5:45 p.m. Family Fun Films (PG & PG-13) are shown on Thursdays at 3 p.m. Visit our web site www.sancarlosfriendsofthelibrary.org for a complete list of titles.

Fridays at 10 a.m. is Pre-school Reading Hour.

On Tuesdays from 3-5 p.m., fun activities and Wii gaming are available for teens. Eric Chamberlin, Youth Services Librarian, is looking for an experienced Wii person who can help with this activity on a weekly basis. Contact library personnel if you

want to volunteer.

Every Wednesday at 6 p.m., Ms. Karen invites the under 8 year olds to join her for pajama story time. Starting Jan. 13 and every 2nd Thursday at 1 p.m., Branch Manager Rita Glick’s Librarian’s Book Club will meet. This is a new book club and members will choose the books. First book will be Scarlet Pimpernel by Baroness Orczy.

Jan. 14 & 28, from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., frustrated authors can join the “Writer’s Workshop.”

They meet monthly on the 2nd and 4th Fridays.

Friday, Jan. 21 at 4 p.m. and every 3rd Friday, join Dr. Funshine for Laughter Yoga (includes meditation and exercises). Visit www.DrFunshine.com for more information.

We are always looking for new SCFOL volunteers. Contact Judy McCarty at jhmccarty@cox.net or drop a note to her at the library if you’re interested. The Book Sale is looking for volunteers with a truck to help transport books.

All of the above programs take place in the Library’s Community Room and are free and open to the public. For additional and updated information, visit www.sancarlosfriendsofthelibrary.org.

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SAN DIEGO POTTERY GROUPS ATTRACT CLAY ARTISTS

By Elly Dotseth

Jennifer Cobern, January 11

BENJAMIN BRANCH FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY Welcome to the New Year! The members of the Friends of the Library are eager to begin putting into action the first-of the-year plans.

Arlette Gaffrey, a local author, will speak on Tuesday, Jan. 11 from 1-3 p.m. in the Community Room. Her presentation will be on two of her New Orleans historical fiction novels. Arlette will have books for sale and to be signed following her presentation.

From 6:30-7:30 p.m. on Jan. 11, Jennifer Cobern, also a local author, will speak on the process of getting published. Her topic “How to Get Published” might just be the nudge necessary to finish your great manuscript that now resides in the bottom desk drawer.

Area judges are reading the fourth and eighth grade essays which were submitted by the students from Hearst Elementary, Lewis Middle School and Saint Therese Academy. All public and private schools were invited to participate. The judges will meet in mid-January to determine the winners, and the schools will be notified of the selected essays by the end of the month.

The first regular meeting of 2011 will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 26 at 1 p.m. in the Community Room. A slate of officers will be presented and elections will be held. We strongly encourage all those who would be interested in becoming more proactive with the library to attend.

For more information, call Shelia Padgett at (619) 287-2682.

Every time I tell someone I am a potter, I hear something like this, “You’re a potter? How cool is that?

Do you belong to that group in Balboa Park? go to their sale every year!” And then, I have to explain that no, I am not a member of the Potters’ Guild, but belong to another equally great group of potters in San Diego.

That’s usually when their eyes sort of glaze over, and they move on to a different topic. Most people don’t realize there are at least 10 pottery groups in the San Diego area, and all offer classes and sales.

Interest in pottery making is something that seems to be almost an inborn interest in people. Pottery has been made by human beings since before we began recording history. Many of the artifacts left behind by ancient people, which have led archeologists to form their opinions about how humans lived long ago, have been shards of pottery, and other ceramic items. Ceramics stand up to time.

Creating with clay is a transforming experience in many ways. The creator learns to be very patient, because every step in the process of making something with clay changes the clay’s appearance. Unlike someone who creates with other media, the clay artist or potter never sees the completed object until it has been fired in the final kiln firing. First the clay is damp and pliable. As it dries it shrinks and becomes brittle and changes to a lighter color. Then it must be fired in the biscuit firing or “bisque” firing. When it comes out of the kiln after firing all day and cooling all night, it has changed color again, shrunk a bit more, and is no longer water soluble.

The trickiest part for many ceramic artists is applying glazes to a piece of their work, because they can’t really tell what the color will look like. The glazes go onto the pot and become a thin layer of powder as the water is absorbed by the still-porous clay. What looks drab and gray, may turn out to be a coat of brilliant blue glass after the second firing. Knowing what your piece might look like comes only from experience.

Looking in the local yellow pages for potteries, one would find only a few places listed. Even a “Google search,” won’t provide much information. But many local potteries and pottery enthusiasts exist and they want to spread the word. Here’s a short list of just a few of the currently active potteries in San Diego County: North Park: San Diego Ceramics Connection (619) 281-2529 www.sdceramic.com University Heights: Clay Associates (619) 563-1806 www.clayassociates.org South Park: Plum Pottery (619) 584-7151 Balboa Park: San Diego Potters’ Guild (619) 239-0607 www.sandiegopottersguild.org La Mesa: Get Centered Clay Studio: (619)667-7077 www.getcenteredclay.com One non-profit organization in San Diego has become the “umbrella organization” to which anyone can belong. It is called Clay Artists of San Diego. They don’t have a building, or even one central phone number, but for over 20 years they have been a driving force in the San Diego ceramic arts community. For more information, visit www.clayartistsofsandiego.org.

There is a lot to learn when it comes to making objects with clay, but it can be a wonderful experience. If you’re like me, and you get easily bored when things come too easily, then this is the hobby of your dreams.

You can learn chemistry, heat theory, calculate shrinkage, formulate your own clays and glazes, sculpt, make tiles and paving stones, create a mug or a set of dishes... you name it. Just about anything can be made of clay. I hope you will call one of these great potteries, and join our community of pottery enthusiasts. At least now, you’ll know where to start looking.

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BOY SCOUT TROOP 959 OF SAN CARLOS INVITES YOU TO PANCAKE BREAKFAST, SCOUT SUNDAY CELEBRATION Boy Scouts of Troop 959 would like to serve you breakfast and commemorate the anniversary of the Boy Scouts of America! On Sunday, Feb. 6, the Scouters will hold their annual Pancake Breakfast from 7:3010:00 a.m. at San Carlos United Methodist Church, 6554 Cowles Mountain Blvd, in the Fellowship Hall.

Advance tickets are $4 or $5 at the door. Kids 10 and under are free. Contact Randy Seefeldt at seefeldtbsa@sbcglobal.net or (619) 917-6338 for advance tickets. Attendees (age 18 and up) are eligible to win cash door prizes. Funds raised during the breakfast will be used by scouts to help offset costs for outings such as summer camp, which will be in Hawaii this summer. We thank San Carlos United Methodist Church and the surrounding communities for their continuous support of the scouting program.

For more information about Troop 959, contact Randy Seefeldt, Scoutmaster at (619) 917-6338 or visit www.bsatroop959.com. Find out more about Scouting in San Diego-Imperial Council at www.sdicbsa.org.

NAVAJO CANYON REPUBLICAN WOMEN KICK OFF CELEBRATION OF RONALD REAGAN’S CENTENNIAL YEAR

By Judy McCarty 2011 is the Centennial Year of former President Ronald Reagan’s birthday, and Navajo Canyon Republican Women are starting off their celebration by welcoming Larry Greenfield of the Ronald Reagan Foundation to be our keynote speaker at our Jan. 11 luncheon meeting at The Brigantine restaurant in La Mesa. Check-in time is 10:45 a.m. with the meeting at 11 a.m. Lunch is served at noon, followed by the speaker. Cost is $18. Guests are welcome, but due to space limitations, reservations are required. Please contact Susie Cates at NCRWF99@gmail.com (new address), or call (619) 697-2235.

Our club is the proud recipient of several significant awards that recognize the contributions of our organization and individual members to community and political concerns in 2010. NCRWF ranked first in Most Political Campaign Hours contributed (4,632), first in Most Community Service Hours other than politics (8,356) and first in Membership Renewals at 86 percent. Twenty-six Federated Republican Women’s clubs are active in San Diego County.

Our membership drive for the new year has begun, and we always welcome potential new members. Our mission is to stay informed and actively participate in current political issues – and enjoy the fellowship of like-minded women.

If you would like more information about our club, please contact our membership chairman, Diana Stansbury at dlstansbury@earthlink.net or call (619) 669-6500. Annual dues are $30.

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LAKE MURRAY KIWANIS CLUB

By John F. Pilch, Immediate Past President

On Dec.11, Lake Murray Kiwanis (LMK) members, with assistance from community volunteers and students, held its Annual Christmas Party for 150 underprivileged children from Euclid Elementary School (in City Heights) at Patrick Henry High School (PHHS). Following a breakfast of “World Famous” Lake Murray Kiwanis pancakes, orange juice and hot chocolate being served to the children, our guests had holiday designs painted on their face or arms by the PHHS Cheer Squad. Each then had a visit with Santa and the selection of a gift before returning by bus to their parents at Euclid ES. The PHHS Band and Bel Canto singers performed for the children, while Scout Troop 950, Girl Scouts, ASB members and LMK members served breakfast. All in all, a great day for the children and all who assisted us with this terrific event. We send our thanks to all who made it a success.

If you’d like to make a donation to help us with the expenses of this event, please make your check payable to the Lake Murray Kiwanis and send it to P.O. Box 191451, San Diego, CA 92159-1451. For donations of $250 or more, you may make your check payable to the Lake Murray Kiwanis Foundation, a 501 (c)(3) organization. Their mailing address is P.O. Box 19283, San Diego, CA 92159-0283. Your donation, in any amount you care to send, will be greatly appreciated.

Under the guidance of LMK President Mike Valley, the month of January promises to begin 2011 with a running start. On Jan. 8, Jay Wilson and I will prepare a pancake breakfast for the high bidder at the Lake Murray Playground Project Fundraiser last September. On Saturday, Jan.15, we’ll hold our regular meeting at Marie Callender’s. The scheduled program includes Paul Baden, a two-time World Champion Middleweight boxer, who is now a motivational speaker. Paul attended the Children’s Christmas Party, enjoyed the event, and was invited to address our group. We look forward to his presentation.

On Jan. 22 at 7 p.m., LMK member and Past Lt. Gov. Gary Montoya and his wife Mary will host a wine-tasting fundraiser at their home in San Carlos. The cost is $25/person and includes snack food and wine, which can be purchased from the professional who will conduct the event. For more information, please call Gary at (619) 464-6260. The funds raised will benefit the LMK Club and its Foundation.

Our evening meeting this month is scheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 26 at 6:30 p.m. at Coco’s on Lake Murray Blvd. (near Baltimore Dr.). The guest speaker is scheduled to be Kathy Holmes Hardy, who is in charge of the East County Program of Aging and Independent Services. She will explain the program and what services are available to residents. If you’d like to attend, please contact us at 619-462-1408 to RSVP. We meet in the private room at Coco’s and are billed individually for whatever you order.

On Jan. 29, LMK will be preparing our “World Famous” Kiwanis pancakes for the Grossmont HS Girl’s Water Polo team as a fundraiser for their group.

The Lake Murray Kiwanis Club is the sponsor of a Key Club at Grossmont HS, and we hope this event will be the first of many as we become more active with Key Club members and they with us on service projects in the community.

The Lake Murray Kiwanis Club meets at Marie Callender’s on Alvarado Rd. and I-8 at 7:30 a.m. on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month. On other Saturdays, we try to schedule community service projects, like the cleanup of the Navajo Road median and the painting of the comfort station at the foot of Cowles Mtn. If these service projects have some appeal, then Kiwanis may be the right group for you. Visit www.lakemurraykiwanis.org for more information about Kiwanis and our organization. If you are interested in becoming a member of Kiwanis, please contact me at jfpilch@hotmail.com or (619) 462-1408 to RSVP for either meeting, or with questions about our Kiwanis Club or Kiwanis in general.

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HISTORIC START MAKES AZTECS BASKETBALL HOTTEST TICKET IN TOWN

By Jeff Barnes If you haven’t been to an Aztecs men’s basketball game this season, you’re missing out on one of the best sports experiences San Diego has ever seen.

And if you don’t act fast, you just might miss your chance to catch the excitement first hand. The #6 Aztecs are off to their best start in school history - 15-0 entering conference play this month.

“Everyone is noticing our hard work and dedication to the game,” senior forward Billy White said.

The Aztecs have sold out five of their first seven games, and two conference games (Jan. 12 vs. UNLV and Feb. 26 vs. BYU) are already sold out. It’s the first time in the program’s 90-year history there have been three consecutive sellouts in a season, and it’s only Jan. 7.

Shortly after Coach Steve Fisher came to SDSU in 1999, he became known as the “ticket man.” He would walk around campus giving tickets away. Today, fans are regularly seen outside Viejas Arena with signs reading “I need tickets.”

Taking in a game on Montezuma Mesa this season is an experience you won’t soon forget. And to those fans who have already experienced the excitement first hand, the team thanks you.

“We’ve had an atmosphere in here that you can go most any place in the United States and say ‘that’s no better than what you have in our arena,’” Fisher said. “For that we are greatly appreciative starting with our students but not just our students, with our alums and all our fans.”

Coach Fisher is right - this is truly something special. Get out there and enjoy it while you can.

Tickets are available at GoAztecs.com and at the Viejas Arena ticket office.

Get ‘em while they last. The Aztecs look forward to seeing you on the Mesa!

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Mission Trails, from page 5 The classes are offered by the MTRP Foundation. Linda Hawley, Ed.M., delights children of all ages with the animated enthusiasm she presents as part of her entertaining, educational program, Nature Adventures! Factual information is introduced about a different species, animal theme, or other topic each month, using songs, puppets, real animal pelts, replicated skulls, scats, tracks, taxidermy specimens from the San Diego Natural History Museum, and MTRP’s Visitor Center exhibits. The lesson is followed by an easy trail walk and a return to the classroom, where children make a related, take-home craft. For Dec. 14-17, children, along with their parents, will learn about Mule Deer &

CLASSES OFFERED TO EXERCISE YOUR BRAIN San Diego Continuing Education and the Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center will again be offering the highly successful and widely acclaimed PositScience Brain Fitness Program. You can improve your brain, through regular participation in scientifically designed brain exercises (no computer experience necessary).

If you’re interested in registering for, or learning more about the PositScience Brain Fitness classes, attend the “Orientation” on Tuesday, Jan. 18 at the Joan Kroc Community Center from 1:30 – 3:00 p.m.

This is a robust program, which involves exercising the brain on a regular schedule for 14 weeks, three afternoons a week. Classes will be held (January through June) on Tues, Wed and Thurs at the Salvation Army Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center, 6605 University Ave, San Diego, 92115 (619) 269-1424, 1-4 p.m.

Sessions include brain fitness training on the computer, as well as discussions, articles, journaling and sharing. Classes begin on Jan. 26.

Class space is limited, so please attend the orientation to ensure a seat. For more information, contact Pat Mosteller at pmostell@sdccd.edu. Computers are limited, so students will be selected on a first-come, first-served basis.

The heavy rainfall in December led to a number of waterfalls rarely seen in Mission Trails Regional Park. Photo by Gerry Tietje

Fellow Herbivores—Squirrel & Lagomorphs. The Nature Adventures! morning classes for January will be held the 17-21 at 10-11:30 a.m., and are designed for children ages 2-7. Convenient for busy families, participants attend only ONE morning each month, at the Visitor Center. Afternoon Nature Adventures! covers the same topic as above, and meets from 3-4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 19. This is a wonderful after-school program, geared for children ages 5-9.

It’s well-suited for Scouts, youth groups, and home-schooled students. For all programs, children must be accompanied by an adult. The cost is $5 per child, ages 2 and up; adults attend free. To ensure your participation, pre-registration is strongly recommended. Visit www.mtrp.org; click on Fun Children’s Nature Classes to obtain the year’s schedule as well as the required forms. For more details, contact Linda Hawley directly at 619-582-6261 or lhawley@mtrp.org.

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WINE TASTING TO BENEFIT PATRICK HENRY GRAD NIGHT

SDSU #1 IN U.S. FOR IMPROVED GRADUATION RATES San Diego State University is among the fastest gainers in graduation rates according to a new analysis by The Chronicle of Higher Education. The report shows SDSU atop the list of all public research universities in the nation for increased graduation rates with an increase of 17 percentage points over six years.

SDSU’s six-year graduation rates (the national reporting standard) improved from 44 percent in 2003 to 61 percent in 2008.

A longer look at SDSU’s graduation rates reveals an even more impressive 28 percentage point increase: from 38 percent in 2002 to 66 percent in 2010, well exceeding the national average of 55 percent. This occurred while approximately one-third of all four-year universities saw their graduation rates decrease, according to the Chronicle.

FOSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Each year many new promising high school graduates die on the roads in traffic accidents the night after graduation. In many cases these deaths are alcohol- or drug-related.

In order to give our new grads a safe place to celebrate and party, a committee of parents of graduating seniors plan an amazing extravaganza on the Patrick Henry High School campus. It is unlike any dance or party held at any other time during the year. There is food, entertainment, games, an unbelievable transformation of that part of the campus into an afterhours theme park atmosphere. The kids that attend routinely rave that it is one of their best high school memories.

As you can imagine, this is an expensive affair to put together. For this reason, our grad night committee runs fundraisers throughout the year.

KnB Wine Cellars (next to Windmill Farms in Del Cerro) has kindly agreed to pair up with us again this year for a wine tasting event on Jan. 21 at 6:30 p.m. There will be five to six wines for tasting with light hors d’oevres for $20. There will also be the opportunity to purchase wine or dine at KnB. A portion of all proceeds will go to Patrick Henry Grad Night 2011.

See SDSU, Page 22

The students at Foster Elementary have been busy learning, as always, and have also been preparing for the holidays. In November the teachers held parent teacher conferences and really enjoyed talking with the parents about the wonderful students in their classroom. Everyone enjoyed a nice week off for the Thanksgiving break as well. Students and teachers returned after the break to a busy three weeks before the winter break began.

In December the first grade classrooms presented their first performance of Hullabaloo Barnyard to their parents and other classrooms. Everyone worked really hard over the past month preparing for the show. The students did an amazing job and everyone was really impressed. The classrooms also presented a wintertime presentation for their families. Some of the older grades along with students at Lewis Middle School, presented a winter musical at Lewis.

Foster has been very lucky to have had quite a few assemblies over the month of December as well – one being a literacy assembly where every student in the school was given a book to take home. What a great gift! The PTA also opened the Gingerbread Shop during the month of December allowing students to come through and purchase gifts for family and friends at great prices. The students love being able to shop and pick out those perfect gifts for their loved ones. Thanks PTA for such a great shop this year!

Beginning in January, Principal Downey will be conducting tours at Foster Elementary. Parents will be guided through the school, touring classrooms and will be able to have any questions answered that they may have about the school and our philosophies. Tours will be held at 8:30 a.m. on Jan. 19, Feb. 2. Feb. 19. Please call the office to schedule your visit. This way the office can get an accurate count of who will be attending. This will also allow the office to have your information in case there is a need to cancel for an unforeseen reason.

In addition, Choice applications need to be turned in by Feb.15. You can go online to www.sandi.net, click under parents and then enrollment options. This will allow you to begin the enrollment process or to just get more information regarding the Choice program. We look forward to being able to show-off Foster to all who are interested.

As always, Foster is always looking for volunteers. If you have the time to spare please call the office for more information.

Wishing everyone a happy and healthy New Year from all of us at Foster Elementary!

Everyone is welcome for Wine & Spirits!

Come join your friends and neighbors

January 21, 2011 at 6:00 at

KnB Wine Cellar (next to Windmill Farms) To benefit

Patrick Henry High School Grad Night $20 cover Wine Tasting & Hors D’Oeurves

PERSHING’S SCIENCE FAIR SEASON IS HERE

Our 8th grade science classes are busy with experiments, display boards, notebooks, surveys, and very focused students and teachers all working hard to make this the best Science Fair ever. 8th graders spend their Science Fair season researching, evaluating, hypothesizing, and compiling scientific data through surveys, experiments, graphs, tables, etc. Their projects are extensive and require an 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.

Last year, 111 Pershing projects (a new 8th grade record!) were chosen at the regional science fair to compete at the Greater San Diego Science and Engineering Fair. This is an outstanding accomplishment considering that the GSDSEF only allows approximately 800 of the top middle and high school student projects from throughout San Diego County to compete at this esteemed competition. To see all our Science Fair projects, please stop by the auditorium during the Open House on Feb. 7 starting at 6 p.m. All projects will be proudly on display!

Since 2001, our eighth grade students complete their Science Fair season by participating in the 8th Grade Science Fair Exhibition. The Science Fair Exhibition is an extraordinary academic event that allows our students to present their projects and scientific findings to a panel of judges. These panelists include students, faculty, staff, parents, and district and community leaders. A question and answer session follows each presentation.

Parent and community volunteers are needed for this year’s 8th Grade Science Fair Exhibition! This is such a fun event and is an awesome way for parents to see their children and other 8th graders present their projects. If you, a friend, or relative would enjoy participating as a panelist, please contact Mrs. Linda Lotze at llotze@sandi.net or at (619) 465-3234. We need you! This is a terrific opportunity for 5th, 6th, and 7th grade parents to see first hand the expectations for their own children’s future 8th grade project.

See Pershing, Page 23

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• The wood stored outside on our patio was a wonderful place for a rat nest.

(Yes, we found rats in our wood. Ug!)

• Lighting the wood was a process which usually required some time and the fireplace accessories.

• Those tools sat near the fireplace, sometimes scattering a little soot on our carpet. They had to be cleaned after each use.

I also noticed that when young children came to visit that the tools were very tempting to play with. Not a good situation.

• The wood burning fire was nice, but afterwards all that ash had to be cleaned up, and not until at least the next day when everything cooled. I did not enjoy that messy job and I’ll admit I sometimes forgot about cleaning it until the next time we wanted to light a fire.

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WISH GRANTED TO YOUNG COLLEGE AREA TRAIN ENTHUSIAST

By Jeff Barnes Lorenzo’s favorite TV show is “Thomas the Train”; he enjoys reading “Thomas the Train”; he enjoys train music, and his favorite hobby is playing with trains. When the Make-A-Wish Foundation gave the four-year-old College Area resident the opportunity to make a wish, it was an easy choice – Lorenzo made a wish to go on an overnight train ride, and be a conductor and an engineer for a day.

On Dec. 17, Make-A-Wish partnered with the Pacific Southwest Railway Museum Association, Inc. and Amtrak to grant Lorenzo his wish. Lorenzo, his

mom and grandparents toured the Pacific Southwest Railway Museum in Campo where the young train enthusiast went on his first train ride and even got the chance to help drive the train. Lorenzo was even given the property attire, which included overalls and a hat.

Among the most memorable moments for Lorenzo was changing the gears, and sitting with the engineer and pulling the whistle, which echoed a loud “choo… choo… choo…”, and pulling a string, which emitted a loud “ding… ding… ding…” he said. Lorenzo also got to serve as the conductor and collect tickets from passengers.

Lorenzo’s family couldn’t be happier to see his wish come true.

“He was always asking questions, ‘what does this do?’, ‘what does that do?’, ‘how does this work?’, ‘how does that work?’” Jeanne Rivera, Lorenzo’s mom said.

PATRICK HENRY SENIOR COLLECTS STUFFED ANIMALS FOR CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL Amanda Sobkowiak, a student at Patrick Henry High School, has completed her fourth year of collecting bears and other stuffed animals for the annual Teddy Bear law enforcement drive. Each year, teddy bears and other stuffed animals are collected and donated to Children’s Hospital to be used throughout the year to bring comfort to children receiving care. This year Amanda collected close to 175 bears that will help in bringing smiles to many children. The bears were even picked up via squad car from Amanda’s house!

MESA COLLEGE STUDENT WINS BIOSCIENCE AWARD IN INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION A 26-year-old refugee from Somalia and San Diego community college student has bested some of today’s top scientific student minds in a highly competitive internaMohamed Musse tional science competition. Mohamed Musse, one of our four Mesa College students who presented research at the 10th Annual Biomedical Research Conference for Minority Students (ABRCMS), held recently in Charlotte, North Carolina, was the recipient of a prestigious award for his poster participation. The award consists of a gold medallion, a certificate of recognition, and monetary scholarship.

Mohamed’s research project and poster entry was called “Micro-Purification of Phosphofructokinase-1.” His entry competed against 154 research abstracts submitted to ABRCMS in the Biochemical Sciences, Biochemistry category by students from top universities and research institutes. Only twelve awards were given in this category.

Mohamed’s winning entry was based on experience and research he gained during a summer internship working at UCSD under the guidance of Dr. Percy Russell and Anita Williams, who supervised his research. It was in Dr. Russell’s laboratory that Mohamed learned about research, and acquired experience in advanced lab techniques, and purifying proteins in a micro-scale.

See Mohamed, Page 22

See Lorenzo, Page 24

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TAKEDA SAN DIEGO SCIENTISTS, CANINE COMPANIONS HOST HOLIDAY PARTY FOR CHILDREN

CALIF. OFFERS NEW PET LOVER’S LICENSE PLATE

On Dec. 20, 15 Takeda San Diego (TSD) scientists, employees and two of their canine companions brought cheer and delight to 22 teens at the San Diego Center for Children by hosting a holiday pizza party and providing gifts donated by TSD team members.

Pet lovers and their friends and family can make a difference, with a one-of-a-kind touch to their vehicles: The California Pet Lover’s License Plate.

Every year, shelters take in approximately eight million stray and unwanted animals across the country.

According to figures available from the California Department of Public Health, the total number of dogs and cats euthanized in public shelters rose from 378,445 in 2004 to 432,512 in 2008. When the State’s private shelters are included, it’s estimated that one million pets enter California’s shelters each year, with over half of them euthanized.

The simplest and most responsible act that a pet owner can take to help alleviate this crisis is to spay or neuter their pets. Yet, despite increased public awareness over the past 40 years, 35 percent of pet owners in the U.S. still choose not to do so.

Purchasing The California Pet Lover’s License Plate helps provide free or low-cost spay and neuter surgeries, and displays a person’s love for pets. Additionally, it will help raise awareness about the overwhelming number of homeless and unwanted dogs and cats in California and the importance of spaying and neutering pets to save animal lives.

“We are so excited to spread the word about this fun and easy way to support spay/neuter programs in California,” said Aimee Gilbreath, Executive Director at Found Animals Foundation, Inc. The attractive license plate, which can be personalized with a beloved pet’s name (or other words), features original artwork created and donated by international actor, artist and animal lover Pierce Brosnan showing two of the animals Mr. Brosnan and his wife Keely adopted: Shilo the dog and Angel Baby the cat.

Proceeds from the sale and renewal of the license plates will be distributed to California cities and counties for free and low-cost spay and neuter.

“We have already taken about 2,000 pre-orders for the California Pet Lovers License Plate and look forward to reaching our target of 7,500 so that we can get this great new program on the road,” Gilbreath said.

This is the eighth consecutive year TSD staff spent time with teens enrolled in the Center’s Clark Residential Program creating fun holiday memories.

“There aren’t that many people out there that care about kids in group homes,” said a teen that resides at the Center. “Thank you Takeda, for caring!”

TSD’s involvement with the Center is part of Takeda’s ongoing dedication and commitment to society through corporate social responsibility activities. TSD is currently planning a series of give back activities that will take place across San Diego County in February!

The San Diego Center for Children is the oldest accredited nonprofit organization helping San Diego’s children. Since 1887, the Center has been caring for special needs children throughout San Diego County. The Center helps children thrive whose trauma, abuse or mental health challenges delay their potential for success.

POTTY TRAINING 101: USING POSITIVE REINFORCEMENT

By Fanna Easter, CPDT-KA

What is “positive reinforcement” training?

In simple terms, it means rewarding the behavior that you want to continue and ignoring the behavior you do not want to continue. With rewards, this should be something the dog really likes, such as yummy treats or a favorite toy.

Think about it this way, if you’re writing a report and your boss really likes this behavior, she walks over and hands you an ice cream sundae or a $100 bill. When you stop writing the report to chat with her, she walks away. Once you begin writing the report again, she walks over and hands you more money or ice cream, what do you think you would continue doing? I would write that report all day long!

Focusing on rewarding good behavior will ensure you and your dog learns a common language and really builds a great bond.

Does crate training really assist with Potty Training?

When we’re teaching potty training, dogs or puppies don’t understand where we want them to eliminate. Most dogs will not eliminate where they sleep or eat, so a crate is their safe spot to “hold it” and have a favorite chew toy or treat. Keep your puppy or dog on a schedule and they should remain in their crates no more than four hours at a time (less time for puppies).

As pet parents, we should always keep our dog or puppy in their crate (while chewing on a wonderfully food filled toy) when we are unable to keep an eye on them. Even when the phone rings, where is your puppy? Ask the caller to hold a minute while you toss a food stuffed treat in your puppy’s crate. Now you know there will be no accidents while you were not watching!

With a crate, keep it as a positive environment and they should not spend more than four hours (5 months and older) confined. After four hours, give them an opportunity to eliminate in their designated potty area. Younger puppies should be confined for no more than an hour and then given a potty break.

What‘s the best way to handle the situation when a puppy/dog has an “accident” in the house?

Accidents do happen, as your dog is learning, and so are you. The best way to handle a potty accident is prevention; always supervise dog or puppy when they are loose indoors.

If you should notice an accident in progress, say nothing and bring your dog to an approved potty area, such as outdoors. Reward any elimination in the approved potty area. If you should notice a “past accident”, clean the area with a pet approved enzyme cleaner. You should never punish a dog for accidents, in progress or not. However, use these accidents to improve your supervision of your dog.

For more tips and hints about Potty Training, attend a free 30-minute Potty Training Seminar. Seminars are offered at each PETCO! store every weekend in January. Call your nearest store for times.

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SAN DIEGO’S BIGGEST MONSTER JAM SHOW SET FOR JANUARY 22 Advance Auto Parts Monster Jam® returns with its largest show ever in San Diego – as fans will witness 16 of the world’s best monster trucks battle it out in the ultimate event of intense speed, racing and demolition. This year’s truck line-up is showcased with appearances by world champions Grave Digger® and Maximum Destruction®, plus other fan-favorites including Wrecking Crew, Terminator™, Spike Unleashed, Time Flys, Obsession, The Felon, Obsessed, Shocker and more will be electrifying crowds at Qualcomm Stadium with the breathtaking stunts and awesome power of the world’s most popular monster trucks.

For the first time ever making their San Diego debut will be Batman™, Avenger and Brutus, plus the premiere of brand-new 2011 season trucks Son Uva Digger® (driven

by Ryan Anderson–son of the legendary Grave Digger icon Dennis Anderson) and Monster Mutt Rottweiler®.

In addition to the world-class racing and freestyle competition action, die-hard fans can come to the stadium early on Saturday to enjoy the “Party in the Pits” pre-show experience – which gives fans unparalleled access to view their favorite trucks up-close, meet the star drivers for autographs and take photos!

One of the most popular touring family entertainment sporting events in the world, the Advance Auto Parts Monster Jam is a high-flying, car-crushing explosive event of demolition, speed and powerful stunts surrounding the world’s best monster trucks and drivers whose skills provide an awesome spectacle of “rock-and-roar” that will bring fans to their feet cheering for more!

Show time is Saturday, Jan. 22 at 7 p.m. The Pit Party starts at 3 p.m.

Ticket prices range from $10-$30. Total Access Pass is $90. Tickets are $2 more the day of the show. Tickets are available at the Qualcomm Stadium Box Office, all Ticketmaster outlets or online at www.ticketmaster.com.

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BUILD YOUR APPETITE FOR SAN DIEGO RESTAURANT WEEK, JANUARY 16-21 San Diego’s freshest ingredients and flavors are calling your taste buds this month!

Home to some of the world’s most delectable restaurants and artistic chefs, the City proudly welcomes back San Diego Restaurant Week, featuring a variety of selections to delight the palates of diners this winter.

Whether you crave seafood, organic, fusion, American or ethnic, there is something for everyone during San Diego Restaurant Week. If you enjoy relaxing at the newest tapas bar one night, cutting into a sizzling steak the next, and ending the week with an indulgent dessert at one of the city’s most remarkable five-star restaurants – this is your chance.

From Jan 16-21 you can choose from over 180 of San Diego’s most delightful and delicious eateries for a three-course, price-fixed menu for just $20, $30 or $40 per person, depending on the restaurant. That’s a savings of about 30% off the regular price at high-end restaurants such as Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse, said Gerry Murphy, General Manager of the downtown steakhouse.

“It’s a chance for people to dine here that wouldn’t normally dine here,” Murphy said.

“I would suggest people take this opportunity to plan out their week and visit three or four restaurants.”

Participating in San Diego Restaurant Week is easy – no tickets or special passes are required, only a quick call to the restaurant of your choice to make reservations; then simply dine out during the week of Jan. 16-21. This past September, over 140,000 people participated in the event and even more are expected this month, so reservations are strongly recommended to make sure you are able to sample your favorite flavors.

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SAN CARLOS SWARM FLAG FOOTBALL TEAMS CLAIM CHAMPIONSHIP TITLES

The 10U team lost the opening game of the City Championships 6-0 but finished their season as both league and District 41 champions and a top ten City finish! It was the first season for half of the players.

The 10U roster includes: Nick Balestreri, Andrew Goodridge, Matthew Goodridge, Michael Rintoul, Eric Rintoul ,Ethan Raymond, Anthony Minero, Adrian Reyes, Connor Ohton, Anthony Madrid, Kenny Peak, Nico West, Stuart Ibbarondo, Joey Hammack, Cole Burtche, Daryl Lewis, Coach Sean Balestreri, Assist. Coach Mario Reyes, Assist. Coach Ken Peak Sr. and Team Mom Monique Balestreri.

The 12U team won the City Championships over Poway 13-7 and finished their season undefeated (10-0) outscoring the competition 215 points to only 30 points allowed! It’s an accomplishment that is both remarkable and is believed to be a City record according to the District’s League Director, J. Gascon.

The 12U roster includes: Jake Balestreri, Diego Reyes, Jacob Willis, Steven Ouellette, Jack Rahier, Alex Willkomm, Camden Ledford, Josh Burton, Brian Dickey, Alex Gianulis, Triston Mack, Noah Merson, Ryan Trivoli, Jared McFarlane, Trevor Shrum, Coach Sean Balestreri, Assist. Coach Mario Reyes and Team Mom Monique Balestreri.

LITTLE LEAGUE ISSUES MORATORIUM ON COMPOSITE BATS

IMPROVING THE YOUTH SPORTS EXPERIENCE

Little League International Releases Update Regarding Composite Bats: Moratorium Imposed Immediately

Youth sports is hitting a growth spurt, with 44 million kids in the U.S. now playing in at least one organized activity, according to the National Council of Youth Sports.

Getting into the game can bring many benefits: improved fitness, better social skills and less downtime for potential trouble. But pressure to succeed at a young age has set the stage for physical overuse injuries, emotional stress and burnout. Even if well-intentioned, too much pressing can create problems. These pitfalls can often be averted if parents and coaches understand how kids develop their athletic abilities.

“Children build sports skills in a progressive sequence that we can’t dramatically speed up,” says Dr. Paul Stricker, a Scripps Clinic sports medicine pediatrician, Olympic physician and author of “Sports Success Rx!” “When we understand how a child’s sports skills develop, and then allow those skills to progress with patience and support, we provide the best opportunity to maximize performance and minimize pressure,” Dr. Stricker says.

To help kids effectively learn sports skills, Dr. Stricker says parents and coaches need to understand all three core developmental processes – physical, intellectual and emotional. To start, Dr. Stricker offers a sampling of physical sports skill milestones that are important to keep in mind: Ages 2 to 5: Most kids can’t yet effectively throw and catch (due to incomplete development of the brain’s vision centers); basic skills like running and hopping are acquired mostly through unstructured play.

Ages 6 to 9: The body’s nerve connections start doing a better job of communicating the brain’s messages to the muscles – as a result, a basic toss may progress to a more accurate throw.

Preadolescence (age 10 to puberty): Control of body motions becomes more automatic; kids can refine skills like pivoting, turning and spinning; eye-to-brain pathways mature, allowing for better visual judgment of speed and location.

Puberty (usually ages 11-13 for girls; 13-15 for boys): Due to rapid physical growth, there may be a temporary decline in balance skills and body control, as the body’s center of gravity changes.

Mid to late teens: More aerobic gains are achievable with training; strength gains can be achieved, but heavy weights should be avoided until the skeleton fully matures.

Little League International has placed a moratorium on the use of composite bats in the Little League (Majors) Division and all other baseball divisions of Little League, effective immediately. “(The) decision of the Little League International Board of Directors Executive Committee is based on scientific research data from the University of Massachusetts (Lowell), which was contracted by Little League Baseball,” Stephen D. Keener, President and Chief Executive Officer of Little League Baseball and Softball, said. “The maximum performance standard for non-wood bats in the divisions for 12-year-olds and below is a Bat Performance Factor (BPF) of 1.15. The research found that composite bats, while they may meet the standard when new, can exceed that standard after a break-in process.”

On Sept. 1, Little League International placed a moratorium on composite bats in the Junior, Senior, and Big League Baseball Divisions of Little League. Subsequent to that moratorium, some composite bat models have received a waiver and may be used in those divisions.

At present, no composite bats for the Little League (Majors) Division and below have received a waiver. If and when any models do receive a waiver, Little League International will inform its leagues of that decision.

The moratorium on composite bats, which now applies to all baseball divisions of Little League, does not apply to any softball divisions of Little League.

ALLIED GARDENS LITTLE LEAGUE REGISTRATION NOW OPEN Online registration is under way for the Allied Gardens Little League (AGLL). Cost is $120 per player for the 2011 season. Multi-child discounts are available. Walk-in registration will be held 9 a.m.-12 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 8 at Palisades Presbyterian Church, 6301 Birchwood St. San Diego, 92120. Tryouts will be held Jan. 15 & 16 at the AGLL fields and are required for all players 9-12 years old.

For more information on event dates and times, check the AGLL calendar by visiting www.aglittleleague.org.

By Steve Carpowich, Scripps Health

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TOUCHDOWN!

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(above) Mountain West Conference Freshman of the Year, Ronnie Hillman rushed for a touchdown in the first quarter to give the Aztecs a 7-0 lead over the Midshipmen. (right bottom) The Poinsettia Bowl Championship trophy was presented to Coach Brady Hoke after the game. Aztec fans are hopeful Coach Hoke will stay at SDSU and bring more success to the school’s football program.

Photos by Jeff Barnes. (above right) Less than 24 hours before the game, the playing surface and numerous parking lots at Qualcomm Stadium were completely underwater. Photo byNick Davis

AZTECS WIN FIRST BOWL GAME SINCE 1969, BEAT NAVY 35-14 San Diego State last played in a bowl game in 1998, but it last won a bowl all the way back in 1969.

By Patrick Pierce 41 years was a long time to go between post-season victories for an Aztecs program that entered the 2010 season under the radar.

The 35-14 beat down that SDSU put on the Navy Midshipmen in the San Diego County Credit Union Poinsettia Bowl on Dec. 23 was one to remember.

“We are going to enjoy this one,” said Aztecs Head Coach Brady Hoke. “It was such a great matchup.”

San Diego State moved to 3-0 all-time against Navy with all three wins taking place in San Diego.

Less than 24 hours before the game, the playing surface and numerous parking lots at Qualcomm Stadium were completely underwater. The maintenance and grounds crew at The Q pulled off a miraculous performance of pumping out 1.5 million gallons of rainwater just to get the facility playable.

“They did a good job pumping the water out,” Aztecs running back and 2010 Poinsettia Bowl Offensive MVP Ronnie Hillman said. “It was a little slippery, but it didn’t really make a difference.”

Navy senior quarterback Ricky Dobbs was the biggest name entering the game, but San Diego State’s Hillman finished the game as the biggest name after his performance on the soggy Qualcomm Stadium field.

Hillman gashed the Midshipmen’s defense for a Poinsettia Bowl record 228 yards rushing on 28 carries. The 2010 Mountain West Conference Freshman of the Year ran for three touchdowns on the ground and added a touchdown reception late in the game to give the Aztecs 555 total yards.

Navy’s third appearance in the Poinsettia Bowl in the past six years was of no advantage in this game. San Diego State’s potent offense didn’t miss a beat the entire night, and the Aztecs defense pulled off a goal-line stop on Navy’s opening drive in the third quarter that was the pivotal turning point in the game for the hometown team.

Coach Hoke agreed adding, “Our kids did a great job of keeping them out and I think that’s where the momentum started to change.”

A Poinsettia Bowl record crowd of 48,049 fans and a nationally televised audience witnessed one of college football’s most explosive talents (Ronnie Hillman) and one of its truly up-and-coming programs (San Diego State) take control of this game early in the third quarter.

San Diego State finished the year at 9-4 and on a high note by beating a very talented Navy squad. Aside from adding the San Diego County Credit Union Poinsettia Bowl trophy to its display case on Montezuma Mesa, the Aztecs sent a strong message to the Mountain West Conference and the rest of college football that there is a new college football power in Southern California and it’s not the Trojans or Bruins, but rather the Aztecs from San Diego State.

And just in case you were wondering, the Aztecs begin their off-season conditioning program on Jan. 24.

DIRT DEVILS ANNOUNCE 2011 TRAIL RACES

The San Diego Running Institute, in conjunction with Dirt Devil Racing, announced the race dates and locations for their upcoming 2011 trail racing season. The Dirt Devil Racing Series, a trail racing group sponsored by the San Diego Running Institute, will be holding five races during the 2011 year.

All races are held on local San Diego County trails and are limited to approximately 250 participants. Race dates and locations are as follows: Apr. 17, Painted Rocks Half Marathon, Lake Hodges; Jun. 12, Coyote 5K, Tecolote Canyon; Jul. 10, Sidewinder 10K, Marian Bear Park; Aug. 14, Stairway to Heaven 15K, Mission Trails Regional Park; Oct. 9, Raptor Ridge Half Marathon, Lake Hodges.

With the growing popularity of races in San Diego County, the Dirt Devil Racing Series offers a more scenic race experience than traditional road races. With no cars to dodge or streets to close off, trail races have become more appealing to runners in recent years. The San Diego Running Institute (SDRI) is a local running specialty shop catering to runners of all ages, abilities and fitness levels. For more information regarding the Dirt Devil Racing Series, visit www.dirtdevilracing.com.

Huskies Stun Huskers In Holiday Bowl The Washington defense held Nebraska out of the end zone on this drive in the 4th Quarter of the Bridgepoint Education Holiday Bowl at Qualcomm Stadium. The Huskies defeated the heavily favored #18 Cornhuskers 19-7. The 57,921 fans experienced the coldest weather (48 degrees at kickoff) in the San Diego bowl game’s 33-year history.

Photo by Jeff Barnes

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TUBERCULOSIS CASE REPORTED AT PATRICK HENRY HIGH Testing To Be Conducted On Campus This Month A Patrick Henry High School student was recently diagnosed with tuberculosis (TB) and may have exposed students, staff and faculty, the San Diego County Health and Human Services Agency said.

The County worked with San Diego Unified School District to notify individuals who were in close contact with the student and potentially exposed to the disease. The period of exposure was from Sept. 7 to Dec. 16.

“TB testing will be provided for the school on Jan. 11. Testing is important for those who are at risk, in order to identify individuals with early infection before they become ill with TB,” said

Wilma Wooten, M.D., M.P.H., County Public Health Officer. “The good news is that TB can be treated and cured with medication.”

Symptoms of active TB include persistent cough, fever, night sweats and unexplained weight loss. Most people who are exposed to TB do not develop the disease.

Prolonged close contact with an individual who has TB is required in order to spread the disease to others.

Individuals who need testing and have no medical provider, or need more information, may call the County TB Control Program at (619) 692-8621.

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Presentation To Explore Latest Options For Easing Side Effects of Cancer Treatments

SUCCESSFUL WEIGHT MANAGEMENT TIPS

By Joel Detjen, BSc and Danielle Schwaderer, ND

With spring around the corner comes an opportunity for change, a vision to start anew, and the motivation to create a healthier you.

Unfortunately, this is also the time of the year that you may feel an overwhelming expectation to make changes that are not realistic or attainable. Although January can be quite a successful month for weight loss, many individuals find themselves falling off the wagon come mid February. Instead of implementing good lifestyle practices, many choose fad diets or intense work-out routines, both of which are unsustainable to one’s everyday life. The best way to lose weight and keep it off is to make lifestyle changes that are full of good habits and routine. If you’re considering reaching your ideal weight this year, here are a few recommendations that can help you maintain it for a lifetime.

GOALS: Decide upon an ideal weight for yourself and create realistic weight loss goals. Slow is best - aim for a 1-3 lb weekly weight loss to keep the weight off. Set weekly or monthly weight loss goals, write them down, and put them in a place easily visible to you and others who can hold you accountable. Reward yourself for achieving your goals.

EXERCISE: Exercise routine - establish a routine that combines cardiovascular exercise with strength training. Create a routine that is realistic for you. Start gently to avoid injury. Experiment with different forms of exercise – Try spin class, step, Zumba, pilates, water aerobics, cycling, swimming, go for a hike, or any other form of exercise that may spark your interest!

Get an exercise partner- have a friend, spouse, colleague, or neighbor accompany you on all of your exercise adventures. Being held accountable is an easy way to stay on track.

LIFESTYLE: Identify and remove stressful triggers in your life. When constantly stressed, the body increases adrenalin and cortisol which can allow fat to form as a survival mechanism.

Drink plenty of water throughout the day water aids in the elimination of toxins and can help weight loss. Diet is crucial - you are what you eat! Eat organic vegetables and fruit, lean meats, fish, whole grains, nuts, and seeds.

Eat small frequent meals – avoid forcing your body into starvation and survival mode. Sauna – breaks down fat and increases metabolism.

Allow yourself a treat in moderation.

See you at The Farm!

If you would like to submit a question to our future “Ask Joel” section, please send an e-mail to Joel Detjen at nutrition@wfmarket.com. Joel Detjen, BSc is a graduate of SDSU and is a nutritionist at Windmill Farms in Del Cerro. He has been in the industry serving San Diegans for 21 years. Dr. Danielle Schwaderer is a California board-licensed Naturopathic Doctor (ND) practicing in San Diego.

Visit www.SymmetryHealthChiro.com for more information about Dr. Schwaderer.

NATIONAL KIDNEY FOUNDATION TO OFFER FREE SCREENING The National Kidney Foundation of Southern California is offering a free health screening for people at risk for kidney disease – area residents with diabetes, high blood pressure or a family history of kidney disease.

Blood pressure measurement, blood and urine tests will be conducted on an anticipated 150 people throughout the day. The screening will be held Saturday, Jan. 29 at Jackie Robinson YMCA, 151 YMCA Way, San Diego, 92102.

Twenty six million Americans have chronic kidney disease and most don’t know it. In Southern California, 2.6 million are suffering from chronic kidney disease. Early detection and treatment, including lifestyle changes and medications, may slow or prevent its progression to kidney failure and lessen the risk of cardiovascular disease.

For more information, contact Natalie Kanooni- 818-783-8153 or Natalie.Kanooni@kidney.org.

Cancer patients, families and friends can learn the latest strategies for treating side effects associated with cancer treatments at a free program Tuesday, Jan. 25 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Scripps Green Hospital in La Jolla.

“Managing Symptoms of Cancer Treatment: Body, Mind and Spirit” will provide information on alternative and traditional approaches to easing symptoms caused by chemotherapy and radiation therapy. The event will be presented by Scripps Health and will feature presentations by Dr. David Leopold of Scripps Center for Integrative Medicine, and Dr. Michael Kosty of Scripps Cancer Center.

There are more than 11.7 million people in the United States living with some form of cancer, and more than half of them undergo chemotherapy or radiation as part of their treatments. Many options are available to help ease side effects from these therapies, including prescription medications, nutritional supplements, acupuncture, yoga, massage and various mind-body therapies.

The presentation is open to the general public, regardless of where they receive their health care.

Seating is limited in the hospital’s Timken Theater, so advance registration is encouraged by calling 1-800-SCRIPPS.

Scripps Green Hospital is located on the Torrey Pines Mesa at 10666 North Torrey Pines Road, La Jolla, 92037.

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Grant Expands Wheelchair Ballroom Dance Program Sharp Grossmont Hospital’s Rehabilitation Center received $27,000 in national grants to help expand its wheelchair ballroom dance program throughout San Diego and cover costs toward 11 new, custom-built sports wheelchairs designed for dancing. The Craig H. Neilsen Foundation awarded $20,000 to the hospital, along with the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation, which granted the remaining $7,000.

The wheelchair ballroom dance program began at Sharp Grossmont in February 2009, offering a free, weekly series of ballroom dance lessons to wheelchair users and their able-bodied dance partners.

The additional funding from the Reeve and Neilsen foundations allows the program to expand from two sessions a year to five, eight-week sessions in 2011.

“We are so pleased with the support we’re receiving from these national organizations, which are dedicated to improving the quality of life for wheelchair users and those suffering from spinal cord injuries,” says Liz Clarno, Recreational Therapist, Sharp Grossmont Hospital. Clarno was the driving force behind establishing this unique program at the hospital. Since 2009, the wheelchair dance program has taught over 100 wheelchair users in San Diego and their able-bodied volunteer dance partners how to enjoy this adapted version of ballroom dancing –from cha-cha and rhumba to foxtrot and waltz.

Wheelchair users participating in the program experience physical benefits -- such as increased strength, endurance and range of motion -- as well as greater emotional well-being. The program is taught by the William Valencia, the only professional dance instructor in the West Coast to receive certification for wheelchair ballroom dance instruction.

Classes will be held Jan. 18 thru Mar. 8, Tuesdays, 1-2 p.m. at The Salvation Army Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center Gymnasium, 6753 University Ave, San Diego 92115. Classes are scheduled at other locations thru November 2011. For registration or more information, contact Beverly Weurding, (858) 573-1571 or visit www.sharp.com/grossmont.

FOREIGN EXCHANGE STUDENTS NEED HOST FAMILIES Foreign high school students are scheduled to arrive soon for academic semester homestay programs, and the sponsoring organization needs a few more local host families.

The students are anxiously awaiting news of their new families. This is the last chance for these young ambassadors to fulfill their lifelong dreams.

According to Pacific Intercultural Exchange (P.I.E.) President, John Doty, the students are all between the ages of 15 and 18 years, are English-speaking, have their own spending money, carry accident and health insurance, and are anxious to share their cultural experiences with their new American families. P.I.E. currently has programs to match almost every family’s needs, ranging in length from one semester to a full academic year, where the students attend local public and private high schools.

P.I.E. area representatives match students with host families by finding common interests and lifestyles through an informal in-home meeting. Prospective host families are able to review student applications and select the perfect match. As there are no “typical” host families, P.I.E. can fit a student into just about any situation, whether it is a single parent, a childless couple, a retired couple or a large family.

Families who host for P.I.E. are also eligible to claim a monthly charitable contribution deduction on their itemized tax returns for each month they host a sponsored student.

For the upcoming programs, P.I.E. has students from Germany, the Former Soviet Union, Venezuela, Argentina, Brazil, Denmark, Korea, Mexico, Thailand, Ghana, China, and many other countries. P.I.E. is also participating in two special government-funded programs to bring scholarship students from the Newly Independent States of the former Soviet Union as well as predominantly Islamic countries such as Yemen, Syria, Jordan, Morocco, Kuwait, Iraq and Qatar to the United States.

Families interested in learning more about student exchange or arranging for a meeting with a community representative may call P.I.E. at (866) 546-1402. The agency also has opportunities for community volunteers to assist and work with area host families, students and schools.

JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE TO HOST MENTAL HEALTH SEMINAR The Mental Health Committee of Jewish Family Service presents a free Seminar on Children and Mental Health, along with a resource fair for parents and caregivers. Featured speakers include Eric Courchesne, Ph.D and Karen Pierce, Ph.D., Causes and Early Detection of Abnormal Brain and Behavior in Autism; Bonny Forrest, J.D., Ph.D., Early Social Interaction and the Impact on Brain Development; and Jeff Rowe, M.D., Early Childhood Mental Health: Issues of Diagnosis and Treatment. David Feifel, M.D., Ph.D. will moderate the seminar.

The seminar will be held Wednesday, Jan. 26 at Congregation Beth Israel, 9001 Towne Centre Dr., San Diego, 92122. The seminar starts at 5:30 p.m. with a Resource Fair and light appetizers. The two-hour panel discussion will start at 6:45 p.m.

The event is free, but registration is required.

Register online at www.jfssd.org/mentalhealth or call (858) 637-3231.

KEEPING NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS

By Peter Seymour, M.D. Psychiatrist, Scripps Behavioral Health Services

As we ring in another new year, one of the most common dilemmas we face is making, and keeping, New Year’s resolutions. I think that with a little planning, hard work and dedication, anyone can achieve their goals.

One of the biggest problems people face when setting goals for themselves is not recognizing that self-change is one of the most difficult things we can do. That’s not to say change is impossible, but it is better achieved through a plan with specific steps to help you reach your goal.

The nature and selection of your goal is as vitally important to your success as the steps to achieve it. It’s important to choose a resolution that has meaning, so put some thought into it. There’s a greater likelihood of success if you take on a task or project that resonates with you.

Making your goal manageable is another important step. For example, if your new year’s resolution is to exercise more, plan out what you’re going to do, where you’re going to do it and when. Adapting your environment to your new goal can be incredibly helpful – for example, laying out gym clothes for the morning or getting rid of junk food around the house may make the transition less difficult until it becomes more of a habit.

Other tips that may help include: Putting it

down on paper. Write each resolution or goal down, and keep it in a visible spot – on the fridge, on a mirror or next to the computer.

Marking your calendar. Set specific deadlines for your goals, and take them one at a time. Spreading the Word. Tell your friends and family what you’re up to, and ask them to remind you of your goals regularly.

Finding a Role Model. Look to someone who has achieved a similar goal, and ask them about their path to success. Let it serve as a reminder that you, too, can achieve your goal!

It’s important to realize that a significant change is unlikely to happen overnight, so count forward progress toward your ultimate goal. Don’t become discouraged; set backs are normal and it’s important to work through them.

Also remember it’s never too late to set resolutions or goals for yourself. One of the most significant factors in achieving change is a strong sense of commitment – if something calls to you in March or even August, it’s best to start working toward that goal while you’re motivated.

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‘TEMPLE’ FEATURED INSIDE SAN DIEGO MUSEUM OF ART The San Diego Museum of Art has established a “Temple” within its premises, complete with statues of various Hindu deities.

It “marks the culmination of a 20-year-long effort on the part of the curators and administration”, museum officials said.

With Ganesha reportedly presiding over the doorway, statues installed in this dark red walled “Temple” include a 6th century sandstone “Shiva as Lord of Music”, bronze “Shri Devi” from circa 1100, copper alloy “Sambandar, Child Saint Devoted to Shiva” from circa 1100, 10-11th century sandstone “Attendants of Vishnu”, Cambodian Hindu ascetic, and other images in bronze, wood, stone and paintings, numbering around 55. It also reportedly displays wood carvings taken from temple chariots.

Hindu statesman Rajan Zed commended SDMA for providing the opportunity to the world to further explore Hinduism and its concepts.

Hinduism, oldest and third largest religion of the world, has about one billion adherents and moksh (liberation) is its ultimate goal.

Zed, who is President of Universal Society of Hinduism, said that art had a long and rich tradition in Hinduism and ancient Sanskrit literature talked about religious paintings of deities on wood or cloth.

Zed urged major art museums of the world, including Musee du Louvre and Musee d’Orsay of Paris, Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, Los Angeles Getty Center, Uffizi Gallery of Florence (Italy), Art Institute of Chicago, Tate Modern of London, Prado Museum of Madrid, National Gallery of Art in Washington DC, etc., to acquire more Hindu art in their collections and frequently organize Hindu art focused exhibitions, thus sharing the rich Hindu art heritage with the rest of the world.

Hinduism, oldest and third largest religion of the world, has about one billion adherents and moksh (liberation) is its ultimate goal.

The San Diego Museum of Art, whose history goes back to 1926, provides a rich and diverse cultural experience for about 350,000 visitors annually. Its permanent collection includes Spanish and Italian old masters and it regularly features major exhibitions from around the world. It is said to own about 1,500 folios sporting Indian paintings and calligraphy.

Tom Gildred is President of Board of Trustees; Roxana Velasquez is Executive Director; while Dr. Sonya Rhie Quintanilla is the Museum’s Curator of Asian Art.

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TIFERETH ISRAEL COMMUNITY ORCHESTRA TO PLAY MUSIC OF SAINT-SAENS The next concert of the 70-member Tifereth Israel Community Orchestra (TICO) will be on Tuesday, Feb. 1, at 7:30 p.m. It will feature the music of one of the most beloved composers of the 19th century, which is called The Romantic Period. Everyone has heard and enjoyed the familiar tunes of Camille SaintSaens. He lived from 1836 to 1921. His impeccable craftsmanship and appealing melodies have immortalized him, and included him in the list of the greatest composers of all time. His Dance Macabre and Carnival of the Animals are perennial concert favorites.

The Feb. 1 concert will start with the vigorous Marche Militaire Francais, and will be followed by his Piano Concerto No. 4, which will feature Tatiana Roitman as soloist. Continuing with this season’s theme of “Great Orchestral Spectaculars”, the second half of the concert will be devoted to a single work, Saint-Saens’ Symphony No. 3 for Organ and Orchestra. The concept of combining a full symphony orchestra with “the King of Instruments” has been attempted by few composers, but no other composition is more successful than this truly symphonic showpiece. As Tifereth Israel does not own an organ, one has to be rented for this concert!

For more information, season’s brochures, season ticket packages, or reservations to specific concerts, (including the Summer Pops, where TICO will join forces with the San Diego Master Chorale in a concert presentation of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s South Pacific), call (619) 697-6001 or you can buy tickets at www.tiferethisrael.com/TICO.

Upcoming Events at the College Avenue Older Adult Center Pet Therapy: 2nd and 4th Thursdays 10-11 a.m.

Pilates: Thursdays at 1:30 p.m.

Brain Fitness Orientation Thursday, Jan. 13 at 12:45 p.m.

Craig Lambert of Jewish Family Service will presentan orientation on The Posit Science Brain Fitness Program.Learn about this amazing program, shown to help improve memory, focus, hearing and mental skills.You will have the chance to register for the class(which begins in February) after the orientation.

The music of Two Guys Friday, Jan. 14 at 12:30 p.m.

Guitar Duo and vocals This talented twosome will entertain us with songs ranging from Sinatra and Elvis to the Beatles.

Email 101 Monday, Jan. 17 at1 p.m.

Come to our Email 101 workshop and learn about what email is, how you can use it and how to get the most out of your email. Learn how to upload and download attachments, send pictures and documents, organize your email and more. Already have an email account? Great, learn how to get the most out of it. Space is limited, please register early.

Elder Abuse and Scams- Don’t Be a Victim! with Paul Greenwood- Deputy District Attorney Thursday, Jan. 27 at 12:45 p.m.

Paul Greenwood, Deputy District Attorney with the Elder Law Division of the City of San Diego is known all over the world as a foremost authority regarding Elder Abuse.

Originally from England, he is a guest lecturer at symposiums and conventions as a spokesman for Elder Abuse and advocating for Seniors. Financial and emotional Elder Abuse is reaching staggering numbers. Arm yourself with information that will protect you.

The College Avenue Older Adult Center is located at Congregation Beth Jacob, 4855 College Ave., San Diego, 92115.

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Timothy Taylor

SARANAC-MOHAWK COMMUNITY GROUP

By Gale Susan Barlow, Group Member Walking through the cul-de-sacs of their quiet neighborhood, members of the Saranac Mohawk Community Group gathered for their last monthly meeting of 2010, on Dec. 15.

Official guests included the newly appointed District 7 representative to the College Area, Timothy Taylor. Tim’s assignment with Council-

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member Marti Emerald’s office has included a focus on College Area minidorms. Neighbors introduced Tim to the particular concerns of the SaranacMohawk neighborhood. These include a drive to encourage diverse businesses along the eastern portion of El Cajon Blvd. (bakery or fish market, anyone?), improving community resources through park development, beautifying the landscape of the local elementary school, and graffiti and shopping cart control. Neighbors are welcome to contact Tim at (619) 533-4774 or TaylorT@sandiego.gov.

Community Relations Officer Jenny Hall gave her report on crime and safety. Neighbors noted that most of the incidents had taken place outside the Saranac-Mohawk neighborhood. To report concerns, e-mail Officer Hall at JMason@pd.sandiego.gov.

Community group Chair, Steven Barlow, recognized member Troy Murphree for her outstanding planning and execution of Beautification Day, on Dec. 4. Volunteers from the Harriet Tubman Village Charter School, including Principal Lidia Scinski, and Saranac-Mohawk neighbors pitched in with tools and talents to trim trees, add plant materials, and delicately remove doggy doo. Local businesses contributed to the community effort. From Cafe Europe at 6784 El Cajon Blvd., a fine selection of pastries and from Starbucks at 6701 El Cajon Blvd. fresh joe sustained the volunteers. CalCopy at 5131 College Ave. provided a generous amount of flyers for the event.

LA MESA POLICE TO HOST FORUM AT ROLANDO ELEMENTARY The La Mesa Police Department, in a continuing effort to work in partnership with the community, is hosting a Neighborhood Forum on Thursday, Jan. 13, from 6-8 p.m. at Rolando Elementary School, 6925 Tower St, La Mesa. This forum is the third in a continuing series of community forums to encourage public discussion and questions about issues specific to the individual neighborhoods within the City of La Mesa.

Police Chief Alan Lanning will be on hand to discuss crime statistics in the area and answer any questions. There will be short presentations on the Police Department’s response to sex offender issues and information about the duties of the Department’s School Resource Officer. Disaster preparedness information and resources will also be available at the forum.

This forum is designed to be interactive and enhance the working relationship the police have with the citizens of La Mesa. Audience questions are encouraged and appreciated. For more information, contact Lt. David Bond at (619) 667-7512 or Sgt. Angela DeSarro at (619) 667-7552.

ALLIED GARDENS COMMUNITY COUNCIL

Town Hall Meeting To Discuss Sub Area B Redevelopement

By Marilyn Reed, President Looking for another New Year’s Resolution? May I suggest the addition of setting aside time to attend the first Allied Gardens Community Council Town Hall Meeting of 2011 on Tuesday, Jan. 25? This meeting will feature Mike Dunham, manager for the Shawnee Project in Grantville, as the main speaker.

This new housing development will be located in the area of the Grantville Redevelopment Project called Sub Area B and will contain 1,023 housing units.

The Shawnee project is close to Superior Ready Mix on Mission Gorge Road and is moving ahead through the City planning process for approval. Although the project has already been presented to the community planning board (Navajo Community Planners, Inc or NCPI) and redevelopment group (Grantville Stakeholder’s Committee) as an information item, it has yet to receive a recommendation from NCPI and will return to that body in the near future for approval. Mr. Dunham was kind enough to accept our invitation to present his project to the residents of Allied Garden and Grantville by speaking at the Jan. 25 meeting. The location of the meeting is the Ascension Lutheran Church on Zion Ave. and will begin at 7 pm. This project is not only a residential development, but it will also have commercial and retail space. The type of housing proposed will contain one thousand multifamily residential units with the remaining twenty-three units to be single family homes, built along the river.

Mr. Dunham will present traffic studies, which reflect the expected increases in population density and possible impacts to community streets such as Mission Gorge Road, Greenbrier and other neighborhood streets. Included in his presentation will be the plans for the architectural development of both the multifamily and single family residential units. Also, the allocation of park land to accommodate future residents and the involvement of the San Diego River as part of the proposed project will also be discussed.

Over this past year, AGCC has hosted speakers from the Redevelopment Agency as well as our elected officials, such as Council member Marti Emerald and Assemblyman Block. All of which have discussed the progression of the Grantville Redevelopment Project and its effect on the current residents and See AGCC, page 24

The next Beautification Day is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 26, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Please contact the Saranac-Mohawk Community Group at (619) 303-0505 to donate hoses, small fencing and retaining wall materials, signage, and other landscape enhancements.

As this was the year-end meeting, attendees reflected on the accomplishments and actions of 2010. The Saranac-Mohawk Community Group has been successful in calming traffic on Saranac Street, in establishing several neighborhood watch groups, in outreach to the San Diego Unified School District and to local businesses, and initiating neighborhelping neighbor activities. The group is looking forward to a new year of community building and neighborhood improvements.

The next meeting of the Saranac Mohawk Community Group will be on Jan. 19. The Saranac-Mohawk Community Group is a neighborhood of the College Area comprising residential and business neighbors from the north side of El Cajon Blvd. to Alvarado Rd. and from Reservoir Dr. to 70th St. Meetings are open to the public and are held monthly on the third Wednesday at the College-Rolando Library, 6600 Montezuma Rd. from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. The Group hosts invited speakers and advocates for public safety, beautification, traffic calming, and park development projects.

DEL CERRO ACTION COUNCIL

By Jay Wilson

Our quarterly Del Cerro Action Council meeting will be held on Thursday, Jan. 27, 7 p.m. at Temple Emanu-El. A representative from the SDG&E Community Outreach Department will give a power point presentation and will answer questions on the new Smart Utility Meters recently now installed at our homes, and how they’re impacting our utility bills.

Marisa Berumen, our Council Representative for Councilmember Marti Emerald will be attending to provide an update on the City, the new City Council, and potential impacts on services due to the $70 million in budget cuts called for by Mayor Sanders. Ben Zeiger, State Assemblyman Marty Bloc’s representative for our area, will also provide an update on the status of California.

Our Police Community Relations Officer, Ed Zwibel, will be attending our DCAC meeting and will provide an update on community police related issues in our area. In the interim, he continues to emphasize the need to be vigilant at all times regarding your personal and home security. There has been an upswing of solicitors canvassing neighborhoods. Officer Zwibel stated “we would like to remind you it is illegal to solicit for goods in the City of San Diego without a permit from our Permit’s and Licensing downtown. Please call us at (619) 531-2000 when solicitors are seen in your neighborhood. We’d like to identify, and ticket them for a violation if warranted. Many of these daytime door knockers are tomorrow’s burglars.” Neighborhood Watch is the most valuable tool to help the police. Officer Zwibel is very interested in working with our neighborhoods to establish more viable Neighborhood Watches. His email address is zwibele@pd.sandiego.gov.

Do not hesitate to contact the Del Cerro Action Council with any comments, concerns, or community/city related questions at DelCerroAC@cox.net.

On behalf of the Board of Directors for the Del Cerro Action Council, we wish you a safe and prosperous New Year! We look forward to seeing you at our meeting on Jan. 27.

SAN CARLOS AREA COUNCIL

By John F. Pilch, President

The San Carlos Area Council (SCAC) held its last meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 5.

We were provided with an update by the design team of Safdie Rabines Architects, led by Taal Safdie and her associate, Scott Maas, about the Mikva and Education Center proposed by Tefereth Israel on their property at Tommy Drive and Cowles Mountain Blvd. The project is in its early stages and based on the information provided, will be an asset to the Tefereth Israel and the community. Many thanks to Taal and Scott for their presentation. We’ll keep you posted as the project progresses.

Our next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, Feb. 2 and will feature City Auditor Eduardo Luna as the guest speaker. Mr. Luna will explain his role as the chief auditor of the city and the state of the city’s finances. We plan to ask him about the major glitch in the city’s new and expensive computer system and how it was resolved. Mr. Luna will also respond to questions from the audience. Please plan to attend to learn more about the internal financials that don’t make the headlines. The meeting begins at 7 p.m. at the San Carlos Branch Library, 7265 Jackson Dr. and is open to the public.

See SCAC, page 24

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NEW SIGN TO BE INSTALLED ATOP COWLES MOUNTAIN

Mesa, from page 2

By Rick Thompson, MTRP Senior Ranger

Construction is also underway for a new Central Plant and several infrastructure improvements. The new Mesa College Design Center, home to the college’s interior design, architecture, landscape architecture and construction programs, will open later next month.

“Forty-five years ago, Mesa College had the dubious achievement of being the cheapest community college built in California,” added Armstrong. “With the new, modern facilities coming online, we are easily competing with the finest four-year institutions around. We’re not a commuter college any more.

Mesa is a destination campus.”

The $1.55-billion Proposition S and N construction bond program is funding new instructional facilities, major renovations and campus-wide infrastructure projects at City, Mesa, and Miramar Colleges and six Continuing Education campuses. Learn more at www.public.sdccdprops-n.com.

In the December issue of the Mission Times Courier, the question came up from a reader about the status of the points of interest sign on the top of Cowles Mountain. When I assumed the position of Senior Ranger of Mission Trails Regional Park in March of last year, the status of the sign was on the “to do list”. There was a question about the accuracy of the sign in regards to specific points. The initial goal was to double check the designated mountain peaks and correct the existing sign. In the meantime someone took a gun to the sign and defaced it to the point the sign had to be removed and ultimately replaced.

The Park staff has been reduced and the priority is the safety and welfare of our estimated 600,000 annual visitors and maintaining as much of the 40 miles of trails as possible. This took a back seat. To date, the azimuths of all the referenced peaks have been verified and a couple of corrections have been noted. The Mission Trails Foundation recently ordered new survey equipment to be used throughout the park and particularly on the top of Cowles Mountain to match the points of interest with the proposed photograph. We have secured the services of a local skilled photographer. His new high-tech camera allows for an accurate set of panorama type photos to be taken and the digital images merged into a single file with no distortion. We have attempted several times to schedule the photo, only to have mother nature not fully cooperate. It requires an absolutely crystal clear day for the long range photos. In addition, the cost of this process was not a budgeted item. A benefactor has stepped forward and has made a sizeable contribution towards the estimate of $2,000 to take the photo, design the display and have the sign produced and mounted. We hope to have the project completed by the end of March.

METAL DETECTOR FINDS 18K GOLD RING IN LOCAL PARK

By Jeff Deibert One late Sunday afternoon after everyone went home, I was using my professional grade metal detector enjoying the last part of a beautiful day. I can expect about a handful of change at least for every hour used, along with the occasional usual piece of cheap, low end costume jewelry and kids toys. In my earphones I heard what I thought was something other than change by the swing sets. It was a nice shiny woman’s 18k white gold wedding band! I try and return finds like this whenever possible.

It is inscribed and dated on the inside, and I would say it probably means a lot to the person who lost it. If you think that this is yours, please contact the Mission Times Courier at Editor@MissionTimesCourier.com or (619) 283-9747 ext. 121 with the description of the ring and what is engraved on it, and once again it will be yours.

I’m a long time resident of Allied Gardens. I have owned a high end professional metal detector for many years and I have found lots of things. I like working sandy areas because it is soft to walk on and easy to dig. This is only a hobby, but if I could make a living doing this I surely would.

What are your thoughts on happenings in the community?

The Mission Times Courier welcomes Letters to the Editor.

Letters can be e-mailed to Editor@MissionTimesCourier.com or mailed to Letter To The Editor, 6549 Mission Gorge Road #199, San Diego, CA 92120. We look forward to hearing from you!

Mohamed, from page 12 Mohamed is a student at San Diego Mesa College and a scholar in the college’s Bridges to the Baccalaureate Program. According to Ed Alexander, Mesa College chemistry professor and Bridges program director, research abstracts were competitively submitted to ABRCMS. Only 150 students from ten unique divisions received poster presentation awards. Of these, only nine were awarded to community college students, and Mohamed’s entry was the only award given to a community college student in the biochemical sciences division. This was the first time a Mesa College student presentation has won an award in that division.

“This is an outstanding achievement and accomplishment for Mohamed, for our College, and for our UCSD research mentors,” said Elizabeth J. Armstrong, interim president of Mesa College. The Bridges to the Baccalaureate Program at Mesa College is a science education program designed to support the success of community college students from underrepresented groups or populations affected by health disparities, who plan to transfer and earn a bachelor’s degree in biomedical, behavioral or related sciences (www. sdmesa.edu/bridges). The program is funded by National Institutes of Health (NIH) and National Center on Minority Health and Health Disparities (NCMHD).

ABRCMS is the largest professional conference for biomedical and behavior students. This year’s conference attracted approximately 3,100 undergraduate and graduate students, postdoctoral scientists, faculty and administrators.

SDSU, from page 9 Even more impressive is the percentage increase in graduation rates by SDSU’s ethnically diverse students, up from 33 percent in 2002 to 65 percent in 2010 — exceeding the rate of increase by students as a whole.

“This accomplishment speaks volumes about SDSU’s outstanding students,” SDSU President Stephen Weber said. ”Every aspect of our university is in some way focused on this outcome — making sure our students succeed and earn their degrees.”

A watershed moment was a campus-wide decision shortly after President Weber’s arrival in 1996 to make significant changes to its admissions process.

Beginning in 1999, the university applied more selective criteria — applicants meeting California State University minimum qualifications were no longer assured a spot in SDSU’s freshman class.

But policy changes like enrollment management was only a part of the effort. SDSU also re-engineered its network of student support, including: making freshmen orientation mandatory, introducing a “bounce-back” program for struggling students, offering more counseling, expanding its Honors Program, creating international opportunities and increasing financial aid.

“There isn’t just one program that affected this change, but an entire culture shift university-wide that makes student achievement an imperative,” said Geoff Chase, dean of SDSU’s Division of Undergraduate Studies who heads the university’s committee to improve graduation rates.

And it’s not just students or the university who benefit from increased graduation rates. All citizens of California have a vested interest in student success. SDSU’s 28-percentage-point increase means an additional 1,018 students graduated this year than would have at the previous rate. “These graduates go on to produce an average $1.5 million additional income during their lifetimes, contributing to the local and state economy,” Weber said.

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Semester, from front page “He was more concerned with us five students getting taken care of and experiencing all that we should experience than he was with himself being recognized. Everywhere we went he was making sure we were on his arm or making sure we were ok.

That’s just the person that he is – a great guy.”

The group flew in a private plane to Kumasi and visited the King of Ghana at his palace. Archbishop Tutu and the Semester at Sea delegation were greeted with a pageantry of drummers, dancers and tribal leaders. Students even got the chance to meet King Osei Tutu II. “I’m standing there looking at this man that looks like he is a King, with the gold around his wrists and the people around him; he looks like this man of such importance, and meant so much to everybody around him,” Benedict-Philipp said.

“To go shake his hand, you almost can’t describe the feeling that was to shake his hand, and to say thank you, and to bow to him, and to show that gratitude of how much I appreciated him letting me be there with him was a moment that I will never forget.”

The King presented the students with Kente cloths to commemorate their visit. Benedict-Philipp said it’s definitely the most treasured souvenir from his Semester at Sea voyage.

“I wasn’t expecting anything. To have this from the King is amazing.”

Following the presentations and speeches, the delegation had a special lunch in the King’s dining room at a huge u-shaped table where they ate off gold plates.

“I kept looking over there and thinking ‘look at who’s sitting over there – Desmond Tutu and the King of Ghana,’” Benedict-Philipp said. “I kept making eye contact with the King, and he would smile at me. So much was going on; it was so cool.

To be in the presence of these people was mind boggling.”

The next day, the delegation flew to Accra and visited the President of Ghana’s castle. Since the President was on a state visit to China, the Vice President greeted the delegation.

For two days, the Archbishop and his guests were treated to a pageantry of Ghanian tradition, celebration and diplomacy.

“These are memories that will be with me forever, and hopefully won’t fade away too quickly,” Benedict-Philipp said.

The other 108 days of the study abroad experience provided memorable experiences from around the world. In addition to Ghana, the students traveled to Spain, Morocco, South Africa, Mauritius, India, Singapore, Vietnam, Hong Kong, Japan and

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Hawaii before porting in San Diego on Dec. 13. The voyage began in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada.

For many students, India was one of the other most memorable stops.

“India as a whole was very eye opening, the poverty, the things you see on the street, there are

(above) Elliot Benedict-Philipp enjoyed sightseeing in the back country of Morocco. (right) Benedict-Philipp pictured with Archbishop Desmond Tutu and his wife Leah aboard the Semester at Sea MV Explorer. The couple joined 604 students on the 110 day-journey around the world.

cows walking all over the place… it’s an amazing country,” Benedict-Philipp said.

Students got the chance to see the Ganges River, long considered one of the holiest places to Hindus. The river is a popular place for bathing, and cremations frequently take place along the banks of the river.

“It was an intense experience,” BenedictPhilipp said.

Traveling in Morocco was also one of the more memorable experiences. Benedict-Philipp and his travel companions enjoyed seeing the beautiful country, but the city streets made for quite a culture shock due to the continuous bargaining with locals.

“Coming back to the ship in Morocco, everyone was so relieved to see the ship and be back home,” Philipp-Benedict said.

Student life aboard the ship was an experience in itself, and students admit they were “pampered” on board. The accommodations were similar to a cruise ship – cabin stewards serviced the staterooms daily. On board amenities included a cafeteria, gym, spa, library, computer lab and a large venue for lectures and presentations.

Pershing, from page 9 Join Principal Sullivan at our 5th Grade/ Incoming 6th Grade Parent Orientation Night on Jan. 19 at 6:30 p.m. in the Pershing Auditorium.

At this informative event, you will learn about Pershing’s school philosophy, extensive programs, and challenging academics.

The orientation also includes a brief presentation from teachers in every subject area as well as a question and answer period. Faculty, administrators, and current Pershing parents will also participate and are eager to welcome you to our campus. We look forward to meeting you and showing you why we are so proud of our school! If you have any questions about this event, please call Mrs. Maria Kelly at (619) 465-3234 ext. 2208.

Campus Tours We send big thank you to the 5th grade teachers, students, and parents of Gage, Green, Dailard, and Benchley-Weinberger elementary schools who joined us on Dec.15 and 16 for a morning of musical theatre, tours, lunch, and lots of fun. It was great meeting you and we look forward to seeing you at the Parent Orientation Night on Jan. 19. Special thank you are also sent to these schools’ principals, 5th grade teachers, and staff for coordinating their schools’ visits.

Two more campus tours left! If you are a parent or guardian of a current 5th grade student and would like to learn more about Pershing Middle School, please join us at our final campus tour on Jan. 14. The tour begins at 8:15 a.m. and ends at 9:30 a.m. If you have any questions, contact Mrs.

“I definitely didn’t mind living on the ship – it became like home,” Benedict-Philipp said.

Living in a dorm room at sea provided some unique challenges while navigating rough waters.

“We would wake up in the middle of the night and our (dresser) drawers would be open and slamming,” Benedict-Philipp said. “Lying in bed you’re rocking back and forth, and you wake up all your stuff has fallen off the shelves.”

Students stayed busy taking 12-15 credits of coursework through the University of Virginia while on board the ship. Students attended class each day at sea and studied for exams just like they do on land.

Benedict-Philipp is transitioning from a floating university back to on-campus coursework at SDSU this month as he continues to pursue his major in Kinesiology. The college junior wants to be a physical therapist. When he’s not studying, there’s

Linda Lotze or Mrs. Maria Kelly at (619) 465-3234.

Important reminder! If you plan to enroll your incoming 6th grader through the district’s Choice Enrollment Options program, the 2011-12 enrollment period application deadline is Feb. 15. Unfortunately, late applications will not be accepted.

Please check the district’s website or Pershing website for details.

Holiday Festivities Congratulations to Pershing’s talented performing arts students! The Band and Orchestra’s Winter Concert Series was a grand success and our Drama students captivated audiences with their outstanding performances in Cinderella, which was produced through a special arrangement with the Hal Leonard Corporation. Huge congratulations are sent to Mrs. Miller, Mr. Anderson, PrimeTime, Principal Sullivan, parent volunteers, and especially to our amazing student actors, musicians, and tech crew for such spectacular December productions!

Winter Open House Pershing’s Annual Winter Open House will be held on Feb. 7 from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. The Open House is a festive celebration of our students’ academic and creative achievements and is a fantastic time for everyone. Our award-winning science fair projects will be on display in the auditorium. Teachers, staff, and administrators will be available to talk with current and future families. We welcome and encourage 5th grade families to join us at our Open House. This is a great opportunity to start your family’s transition into the Pershing Middle School community!

a good chance you’ll find him on a soccer field. The avid soccer player plays on SDSU’s club team and played at Patrick Henry High School. Many of his most memorable conversations with Archbishop Tutu were about his favorite sport – soccer.

“I would highly recommend the experience. I don’t think there’s anything like it out there right now. I would definitely do this again.”

For more information about Semester at Sea, visit www.semesteratsea.org.

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Flooding, from front page Realtor Daniel Smith, president of El Dorado Properties and a Mission Gorge property owner, echoed Teemsma’s frustration.

“We’re the benefactors of all the water from all the uphill development,” said Smith. “We’re a dumping zone.”

Ironically, the city had proposed a plan to prepare the area for possible flooding months before the December rain, but met with resistance from conservationist groups, which resulted in an unfortunately timed delay. If it weren’t for the heavy rains and flooding, the city would still be unable to perform the necessary work on the area, according to Harris.

More than two years ago, resource agencies expressed fatigue at having to continually approve individual permits for the area’s work. As such, they recommended the city create a master maintenance program.

Conservationist groups San Diego Coastkeeper and the Coastal Environmental Rights Organization had been working with the city, and agreed to support several individual permit applications. “But that agreement fell apart – that agreement was disregarded,” said Harris. “[The conservationists] want a greater role to play in designing and approving these projects,” said Harris, who added that the groups believe the projects should be centered on habitats while the city sees it as a flood control issue.

Conservationist opposition to the city’s plans, legal challenges and the threat of litigation caused the Regional Water Quality Control Board to withdraw its authorization for critical permits to do the work, said Harris. The Board was the only agency of several required agencies, including the California

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Department of Fish and Game and the San Diego County Fish and Wildlife Advisory Commission, to deny the permits. “And then it began to rain,” said Harris. “And it rained and rained.”

The storms were so bad, in fact, that County of San Diego chief administrative officer Walt Ekard issued a proclamation of a local emergency Dec. 28, which then cleared the way for state help in addressing several million dollars of damage.

Locally, the Army Corps of Engineers were able to authorize emergency permits for Alvarado Creek’s immediate maintenance, allowing the city to move forward with some of the plans proposed more than a year ago. City crews labored through Christmas and New Year’s to complete work that could have been finished by the holiday season.

Under the circumstances, according to Harris, the Regional Water Quality Control Board had no opposition to the emergency work.

“It’s not the way we like to do business, but we are getting work done,” said Harris.

For Smith and Teemsma, the conservationists’ arguments against the city’s proposed maintenance work are incomprehensible.

“I think it’s disappointing that there’s often a small group of people who hurt the majority of the people because of their unwillingness to never have anything get done with the intention of getting things fixed,” Smith said.

“I just don’t think they’re seeing a total picture as the impact to businesses, to people and to the environment that it creates a problem with the stuff washing down stream when it comes on our property and the streets,” Teemsma said.

“It’s extremely frustrating,” said Smith. “We’ve got water flooding parking lots and into buildings. Guys are putting sandbags along doorways. It shuts us down – a number of my tenants are affected right now.”

Harris said the city’s work leaves essentially the same footprint as its earlier proposed plans, which were based on biological and hydrological studies. Moreover, the city is performing maintenance rather than capital improvements.

“We don’t want to just go in and scrape it clean if we don’t have to,” said Harris.

Although the work performed by the city is enough for now, it will probably not withstand torrential 100-year rains, said Harris. “Mother Nature has a way of being real particular.”

Jeff Barnes contributed to this report.

continues on the site and in the corner of the PHHS property across Park Ridge.

Our efforts to have the striping removed from Jackson Drive, in both directions from Twin Lake Drive continue. As previously reported in the Mission Times Courier, 90% of the audience at the November 2010 meeting was in favor of returning the street to its original configuration, now that the stop signs have been in place since early last year.

Kim Nguyen promised a decision from Traffic Engineering in early Jan. 2011, but it wasn’t available when this article went to print.

With respect to Councilmember Marti Emerald and her staff, the SCAC plans to work more closely with them on local and citywide issues in 2011.

One such issue is the so-called Big Box Ordinance.

We’ve heard from many members and residents that they were not in favor of the ordinance and wrote or called Ms. Emerald’s office expressing their opinion. Nevertheless, Ms. Emerald voted in favor of the ordinance, stating that it provided protection for small businesses. The fact that it

removed a choice for shoppers and sent tax dollars and jobs to communities outside of the City did not appear to matter to the councilmembers who voted 5-3 in favor of the ordinance. The vote makes an Economic Impact Report mandatory for large retailers, such as Walmart, who propose selling groceries and pharmacy items. It was passed at the second reading, vetoed by Mayor Sanders, with the veto overridden on Nov. 29, prior to the new councilmembers being sworn in. More accountability to the residents and communities in District Seven is needed from Ms. Emerald and we’ll consider that as a top priority in the coming year.

If you would like to become a member of the San Carlos Area Council and/or receive information about speakers, meeting reminders and agendas and other local news, contact jfpilch@hotmail.com and you will be added to the list. If you have an issue you wish us to consider or just have a question about the community, contact me at (619) 462-1408 or at jfpilch@hotmail.com.

(above) The Creek crests during the December storms. Photo

by Jeff Barnes. (right) The mess left behind by the flooding was a familiar scene for local businesses.

SCAC, from page 21 The Officers and Directors of the SCAC hope you had a Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah and a Happy Holiday Season. We wish you all the best for a Happy and Healthy New Year in 2011. Please consider joining us at meetings to hear updates from SDPD and representatives of elected officials at the state, county and city levels and learn more about projects in San Carlos and the Navajo Area. We also attempt to have a guest speaker on a relevant topic. Meetings are generally held at the San Carlos Branch Library at 7 p.m. on the 1st Wednesday of the month.

We continue to follow projects in San Carlos and can only report that there has still been no further activity by the applicant, who wishes to demolish the Valero station at Navajo and Jackson and no further activity on the application for a CUP for the childcare center in a single-family residence at 6261 Jackson Drive. Work on the vacant gas station on Navajo and Park Ridge continues, but no tenant has yet come forward to rent the property. The mitigation process of removing gasoline from the soil

Lorenzo, from page 12 “He was all excited – the whole time his face just lit up.”

Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus, along with their elves, joined Lorenzo and his family on a special train known as the “North Pole Limited”. He told Santa Claus he wanted – you can guess it – a “Thomas the Train” for Christmas.

Santa knew what Lorenzo liked most so he gave him an early Christmas gift – a “Thomas the Train” DVD. Lorenzo has been a huge fan of “Thomas the Train” since he was two years old.

“I enjoyed the excitement and seeing him on the train and having his early Christmas gift and seeing him laugh,” Carmen Beaton, Lorenzo’s grandma said. “He made all kinds of expressions ‘I want to be a train (pointing at all the trains), I want to be an engineer.’”

The next day, Lorenzo continued his wish as he and his family boarded an Amtrak train in Los Angeles. They enjoyed deluxe sleeper car accommodations, and Lorenzo said they even had a “fancy” dinner en route to Williams, Ariz. There Lorenzo and his family boarded a Grand Canyon Railway train, which took them to the Grand Canyon.

It was a cold, chilly day at the Grand Canyon, and fog filled most of the canyon, but Lorenzo still enjoyed his stay and was very excited to see snow on the ground. After a relaxing afternoon atop the Grand Canyon, Lorenzo and his family made their way back to Los Angeles.

The train staff ensured Lorenzo had a memorable

AGCC, from page 21 return trip home thanks to some surprise visitors. A group of robbers appeared on the train and were looking for “Scoundrel Lorenzo”.

“I was hiding under the chair,” Lorenzo said.

Just behind the robbers was a Sheriff who asked Lorenzo “Do you want to be the bad guys or the good guys?”

He promptly answered, “The good guys” so the Sheriff presented Lorenzo with a Sheriff star and bullets.

“Lorenzo had so much fun,” Lorenzo’s grandpa, Kris Beaton said. “He wanted the train to go home with him.”

Lorenzo was diagnosed with Marfan Syndrome at birth. He was referred to the Make-A-Wish Foundation in October after doctors indicated he might need to have surgery in the near future. The good news is, Lorenzo’s condition has stabilized so surgery isn’t yet necessary.

Take care, Lorenzo! We wish you all the best!

The Make-A-Wish Foundation® of San Diego is a non-profit organization that grants wishes to children with life-threatening medical conditions. For more information, visit www.makeawish-sd.org.

A special thank you goes out to the Pacific Southwest Railway Museum Association, Inc. for making Lorenzo’s wish possible. The 501(C)3 non-profit, tax-exempt corporation celebrates its 50th birthday this year.��������������������������������������������������������������������������������� �������������������������������������������������������������������������������� In addition to the Campo venue, the association operates a small museum in downtown La Mesa called the La Mesa Depot Museum. The museums are 100% volunteer-operated with no paid staff. The Campo museum operates trains on weekends, over six miles of the San Diego & Arizona Eastern Railway, under an agreement with the owner: Metropolitan Transit System, operators of the San Diego Trolley. An additional nine miles of track to the east of Campo is also part of the agreement, but is currently unusable due to a bridge awaiting repair by Mexican authorities. In normal years, they operate special trains from Campo to Tecate, Mexico. But these trains were halted temporarily in December 2009 due to the collapse of a tunnel on the Mexican side of the border.

The Pacific Southwest Railway Association is the only non-profit railway museum in the U.S. that operates its trains across an international border.

businesses within Allied Gardens and Grantville. In the coming years, this issue will have a tremendous affect on the quality of life for all Allied Gardens and Grantville residents, not just those close to Mission Gorge Road. A New Year’s resolution to attend this first meeting and others will benefit you by providing needed information on any new developments. At this time there’s a potential for 11,000 multifamily units to be built within the Redevelopment Project. Public comment is necessary for any development being considered and the redevelopment process is no exception. It’s essential that the community provide input regarding various aspects of a project being proposed. Without public comment, the presumption is that the community has no problem with impacts from these projects regarding traffic, parking, schools, and park land.

AGCC is providing the forum. Please take advantage of this opportunity and become informed.

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Resolutions, from page 4

Lake Murray, from page 2

vistas, you’ll recreate and refresh.

Our Trail Guide-walks are an opportunity to enjoy and learn about Natural Southern California, and its unique landscapes and habitats, local history, and plant and animal life. The walks are free, interesting, fact-filled, and geared to all ages and interests. Resolve to grab those sturdy shoes, comfortable hat, water bottle, and sunscreen, and head for the trail!

Morning walks are offered every Saturday, Sunday, and Wednesday, from 9:30-11:00 a.m. You’ll start from the park’s Visitor and Interpretive Center, One Father Junipero Serra Trail, San Carlos. The walk starting from the Kumeyaay Lake Campground Entry Station, Two Father Junipero Serra Trail, at the San Carlos-Santee border gives a different perspective of the park.

These walks are offered from 8:3010:00 a.m. on the 2nd & 4th Saturdays of the month, and take in the historic Old Mission Dam. Our Wildlife Tracking Walk is an 8:30 a.m. adventure held on the first Saturday of every month, and teaches classic techniques used by the miners and trackers of Olde California and modern outdoor enthusiasts. Join in for two fun-filled hours of “search and discover dirt time.”

Tracking Team members will aid you in identifying and interpreting tracks, scat, habitats, and in learning about local chaparral and sage critters, and the plants that nurture and protect them. On Jan. 2, meet at the

I talked with an estimator from Cass Construction about the progress on the trunk sewer project. Mike Huse said that the work is almost completed, and when the lake environs dry out they will start clean up. Clean up will include a new asphalt road where it was torn up during the work. The San Diego Engineering Department also promised that trees will be planted as mitigation for the eucalyptus trees that had to be taken out to make room for the new pipe. Mike said that the lake road by Del Cerro Hill should be open at the end of January.

The rains really came down on Wednesday, Dec. 22. The fly fishermen’s and women’s BBQ was surrounded by swimming ducks as I ran by. I bet that we will have a beautiful green spring with yellow flowers everywhere.

Trash pickup will resume on Saturday, Jan. 8. Our Speaker on Thursday, Jan. 20 at 5 p.m. will be Dr. Brad Hollingsworth. He is a herpetologist at the San Diego Natural History Museum. Brad talked to us last year.

This time he will talk about frogs.

When I asked him about our bull frogs he said there is a lot to learn about all frogs. Brad can even tell us what their croaks mean. He will also tell us about the museum program that is going on Hnow through April 3rd. The program is called “Reptiles and Snakes Alive!”

Our meeting place is at St. Dunstan’s Episcopal Church on the corner of Wandermere Dr. and Park Ridge Blvd. For more information, call Barbara Cleves at (619) 463-9706.

At the height of the recent heavy rainfall, the San Diego River flowed over the top of Old Mission Dam. Photo by Carmelo Esquer

Visitor Center, One Father Junipero Serra Trail, San Carlos.

The January Star Party will be on Saturday, the 15th, from 5-8 p.m. at the end of the Kumeyaay Campground’s Day Use Parking Lot, Two Father Junipero Serra Trail, Santee.

With his “Lil’ Tom” telescope, our resident Star Gazer, George Varga, tells us that under a near full-moon, there will be plenty of moonlight as he scopes into view the Pleiades, the Double Cluster in Perseus, and the Andromeda Galaxy, all positioned high overhead. An additional target will be Great Orion Nebula rising in the East. George advises that to enhance viewing, no white flashlights or lanterns will be permitted near the telescope.

Join us on Saturday, Jan. 15 from 8-10 a.m. for Grass and Canyon

Birding. You’ll walk with our resident Birder, Jeanne Raimond, through sweeping Grasslands and chiseled Spring Canyon in search of the birds that live and thrive in two very different habitats, and get tips on bird identification. Bring along your binocs and bird book, if you’d like, or go “natural eye.” Meet at the Mission Trails Regional Park Equestrian Staging Area lot, off Mast Blvd, Santee. …and meanwhile, come on out, and refresh in the park!

Visit www.mtrp.org for more information and events calendar, or call (619) 668-3281.

Special request walks can be arranged for any club, group, business or school by contacting Ranger Heidi Gutknecht at (619) 668-3279 or at hgutknecht@mtrp.org.

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reasonable rates, insured and reliable. LIcense #365241 since 1978. Phone: 619-275-1493. (06/11)

Roofing, licensed, bonded, second generation Allied Gardens roofer. Over 100 homes in Allied Gardens roofed.

Repairs, all types of roofing. Free estimates. Call 619-2877149. (12/11)

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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., 8:303:30pm; Sat. 8:30-noon. By appt., 619-644-3669.(12/11)

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Weekly/bi-weekly service. Cal Lic #736809. 30 years exp.

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Quality service at affordable prices. License 777395 Call 619-583-5771. (10/11) Locksmith – Discount Deadbolts & Rekeying – security door viewers, patio door locks, simulated alarms, magnetic door stops. Cliff Henderson 619-840-3327 – Lic #LCO4353 – Bonded – Never a trip charge! (10/11) German Setter Tile and Marble. Professional stone/ tilesetter with 26 years experience. European craftsmanship. Punctual & dependable. License #872804.

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619-808-4663. (08/11) 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. (07/11) Wallcovering Contractor - Enhance the beauty and value of your home! Removal, prep and installation.

Precise, superior workmanship by Mr. Elisha Blatt, Lic.# 644396. Discounts on wallcoverings available. Free estimates. 619-582-4449. (07/11) Gardening Service: Lawns, hedges, weeding, trimming, we do it all! 20 years experience, Allied Gardens resident since 1983. Weekly/bi-weekly service. Licensed/ Insured. Free estimates. 619-287-6947. (07/11) Roy L. Schwartz Tree Service. 55 foot aerial truck.

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24/7 service. Dan Paterson 619-481-9978 (05/11) Just Ask Crystal - specializing in odd jobs for seniors but all ages welcome. Organizing home & yard.

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Grandfather – mantle – wall clocks repaired. Reasonable rates. Guaranteed work. House calls. 619-813-6884.

(03/11) Linda’s Puppy Love. Bonded, licensed, insured pet & housesitting service offers daily dog walks, cat care, vacation visits, overnight care, love, care & attention. www.lindaspuppylove.com 619-857-3674. (2/11) Computer Services for home & office by local, seasoned, 18 year IT Pro. Wireless, upgrades, troubleshooting, system tuning/cleanup, training, minor miracles - Ed - 619-517-7153. (02/11) Let’s give your yard a makeover. Coast Guard Veteran recently returned to native Allied Gardens. Renew your

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Tree lacing, pruning, handyman services. Own tools, trailer, hauling available. Family man; dependable, references. Todd, 619-286-3679 or 541-261-6422. (02/11) 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. (02/11) Save water, save money. Upgrade your irrigation system with a ‘smart’ controller or timer. For a limited time, product and installation are free after City of SD rebate.

Don’t miss this great offer. Call 619-251-3775. (02/11) San Carlos Handyman Service: Reliable, affordable, licensed and insured. No job too small. Call Dan @ 619-994-5680. (02/11) Professional piano teacher for all ages. Private lessons include instruction in theory, performance and history. Located in San Carlos. (619) 838-7659, lovleysmusic.com. (01/11) Painting: Int. & Ext. $65.00 average size room. Neat, clean and fast. Quality work. Free estimates. 280-7752.

(01/11) Lawn Service: small yard $30, medium $40, large $50 and up. Mow and edge. Call Ed, 619-283-3110. (01/11) Lake Murray Fitness, a new full service fitness gym is seeking Independent (Personal Training & Pilates) Contractors. Are you looking for an environment and facility commensurate with your outstanding level of professionalism? Increase your client satisfaction while putting more dollars in your pocket. General Fitness and Specialized Fitness Instructors are welcome. Email Fitbox@live.com or call Garan @ 619-948-3156. (01/11) Pain, Reflexologist Therapeutic Massage, feel better, holiday special $30, arthritis, back-shoulder*leg-arms with Mr. Lee 619-462-7579 Appointment, licensedcertified. (01/11) Home Care for you or someone you love. Cleaning, organizing, errands, food preparation. Licensed, insured, and CPR Certified. Call Tia’s Home Care Service at 619-303-9830. (01/11) Painting: Int. & Ext. $65.00 average size room. Neat, clean and fast. Quality work. Free estimates. 280-7752.

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Recorded message 1-800-486-7611 ID 1001. DRE 01392134. (01/11) What homes have recently sold in your area? Free list of sold and current homes for sale with pictures. Recorded message 1-800-486-7611 ID 1041. DRE 01392134. (01/11) 5 Elements Martial Arts & Wellness Center – Kung Fu – Tai Chi – Yoga classes for adults and children. Call 619-583-5300 or see www.5esd.com. (01/11)

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NOTICES BSA Troop 959 18th Annual Pancake Breakfast & Scout Sunday Anniversary celebration. San Carlos United Methodist Church, 6554 Cowles Mtn Blvd, San Diego, 92119. Sun., Feb. 6. 7:30 a.m.-10:00 a.m. Advance tickets $4, $5 at door. Contact Randy Seefeldt for tickets, seefeldtbsa@sbcglobal.net or 619-917-6338. (01/11) Giant Annual Rummage Sale Jan. 29 @ 9am, San Diego Woman’s Club, 2557 Third Ave. San Diego, 92103.

Republican Women are welcome to attend monthly Navajo Canyon Republican Women, Fed. lunch mtgs.

We meet 2nd Tuesday at The Brigantine Restaurant, La Mesa. 619-697-2235. (01/11) Ascension Lutheran Church Presents “The San Diego Mandolin Orchestra” Jan. 16 @ 4 p.m. 5106 Zion Ave. San Diego, 92120. (01/11) PFLAG East County. Meets second Monday of the month at 7pm in the library at Summit UU Fellowship, 8778 Cottonwood Ave, Santee. 619-334-8214. (01/11) Volunteers Needed: Become a Court Appointed Special Advocate and make a lasting difference in the life of a foster child. More than just a mentor, you can give hope to a child who has none. Call Voices for Children, 858-598-2235, visit www.speakupnow.org to get started.

Next Publication Date - Feb. 4

REAL ESTATE House for sale. Allied Gardens. Delightful & perfect.

Salt-water pool. Gated RV parking. Cool breezes. Modern kitchen. $435,000. 4801 Twain. Agent Chuck Oursler 528-9773. (01/11) House for sale. Allied Gardens. Quiet street. Big room sizes. Backyard is a waterfall paradise. Fireplace & big kitchen. $419,500. 6069 Delor Ct. Agent Chuck Oursler

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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.

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CARPENTRY

GLASS REPAIR

PLUMBING

Best-Rate Carpentry Repairs:

C&C Glass-Window & Door Replacement

Ideal Plumbing, Heating Air & Electrical

Real Estate Marketing Done Right!

Decks, Balconies, Patio Covers, Stairs, Doors, Dry-Rot and Termite Damage. License #700811 FREE ESTIMATES! Member BBB Insured Visa/MC

Experience a true family business with more than 42 years of history. We know what customers want from a window company. We take ownership of all the steps it takes to bring you the highest quality Windows & Doors.

Federal tax credit up to $1500 good thru Dec 31, 2010. lt.ccglass@gmail.com

Water heaters, Garbage disposals, drain cleaning.

Video pipe inspections, water softeners & filtration. Visit our Showroom!

Serving our community since 1960!

Let be build you a marketing plan that works! Internet exposure, Email blast, Multiple listing service, Extensive relocation resources, Open houses. I’m with you every step of the way. A local realtor you can trust. DRE #01392134 Call Lynn Dasteel at Casa Pacific Realty

(619) 229-0116 www.Best-Rate-Repair.com

CARPET CLEANING $15 Room / $35 Sofa Professional carpet/upholstery cleaning. Spot Treatment/Steam clean. Truckmount & Portable. Carpets look & smell great! Rug/mattress cleaning. Pet Odor/ Urine Removal. Licensed & Insured. 10+ years in the business. 100% Satifaction Guaranteed

(619) 218-5568 www.bestcleancarpet.com

COMPUTER SERVICES

Call 1-877-780-1222 www.ccglass.com

HANDYMAN Handyman-Construction Repair of Plumbing Electrical, heating, fencing, decking, roofing, installation of doors, windows, flooring. Free estimates, 17 years in the construction field. Raised in Allied Gardens, References.

Dan Paterson (619) 481-9978

LANDSCAPE

Repair-Setup-Speed Up Your Computer

“Water Wise Landscape”

PC Help for Families, Seniors, Home Offices. CA Lic #81527

Sustainable Landscape, Organic Maintenance. Green Design, Xeriscape, Rockgardens. Synthetic Turf, Water Management. CA Lic #633203

TRUSTED in HOMES for over 25 YEARS

(619) 992-5882

DENTAL ARTS Ronald S. Lessem, DDS Dentistry - Implantology, Cosmetic, Oral Surgery, Endodontics, Sedation Dentistry Evening, Sat. & emergencies, TLC 4990 70th Street, San Diego, CA 92115

(619) 255-7480

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

(619) 749-7105

GARAGE DOORS Garage Doors & Svcs Garage door service, new doors, new openers, spring replacement, BBB Member, La Mesa Based, CLSB #904512, 619-464-0116

(619) 464-0116 upanddowngaragedoors@cox.net

(800) 329-9887 www.aristocratlandscape.com

Payless Tree Service Pruning, Removal, Trimming, Stump Grinding. Fully Covered with Commercial General Liability and Workers Comp. Insurance for your Protection. 35% OFF All Tree Services, Additional Senior Discount Available. Call for FREE Estimates. CA Lic #800853

(619) 583-7963

Lic #348810

Affordable Plumber Complete Home / Business Plumbing / Rooter. Top Quality, 24-hour Emergency.

Lic# 696549 (619) 231-6670

Native San Diego Plumbing Plumbing Repairs and Remodels Commercial/Residential ‘Family owned and operated in the community since 1967’. Over 50 years’ experience. Water Heaters, Disposals. We do it all! We beat competitors’ rates. 20% off First time customers. San Diego’s Best Plumbing Value. Licensed, Bonded, Insured. CSLB# 642924

(619) 778-0630

POOL & SPA SVCS 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

(619) 938-1559 • (858) 568-0689

Pac West Land Care Design, Green Design, Tree Trimming and Removal, Decking, Fencing, Stamped Concrete, Rock Gardens, Flagstone and Pavers, Patio Covers, Water Features.

Over 30 years’ experience. Call for FREE Estimate. CA Lic #855731

(800) 464-7952

PAINTING Paint by Mike

Interior / Exterior Painting. Residential Repairs and Upgrades. Give Your Home a Fresh Look. Quality Workmanship you can Trust. CSLB# 710547

(619) 540-6946 paintbymike@cox.net

SwimQuip Pool & Spa Supply Sales, Service & Repairs. $85 Pool Maintenance. Buy 3 Get 1 Free Liquid Chlorine. Serving Community since 1965

619-282-2722

Big Tim’s Pool Cleaning Service “Your Neighborhood Pool Guy” Reliable and expert pool maintenance by a licensed & certified. Pool cleaning professional. $85 Monthly

Call Tim at (619) 251-0602

www.poolcleaning.com/bigtims

REAL ESTATE

(619) 287-7777 www.lynndasteel.com

REMODELING Builders Express Kitchens, Bath, Room Additions, Painting, Dry Rot and Termite Repairs, Fencing, Decks, Patios. 30 Years Serving You. Affordable Quality. License# 490616

(619) 297-2280 www.BuildersExpressUSA.com

WINDOW CLEANING Glassic Window Cleaning Residential / Commercial, Interior/Exterior, Cleaning/ Screens/Tracks, Free Estimates

Call Chris Rinder (619) 318-5051

Horizon Professional Window Cleaning & Pressure Washing Exceptional service at exsceptional rates. Free consultation. Tracks, screens and sills included. Gutter cleaning also available. Exterior Cleaning / Screens / Tracks. Licensed-Bonded-Insured.

858-248-1870 or visit www.SDProWindowCleaning.com

Green Earth Window Cleaning and Pressure Washing Interior and exterior window cleaning, door and window screen repair & replacement, pressure washing, rain gutter cleaning. Residential & commercial service.

(619) 808-4663

Lic #009237

www.greenearthwindowservices.com

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