Presidio Sentinel, March 2013 by Michal Tuzinkiewicz

Volume 14, No. 2

March | 2013

Serving the Heart of San Diego | A Publication by Presidio Communications

Malashock Dance Company Hosts 25th Anniversary Concert A Celebration of Imagination and Human Spirit

by Patty Ducey-Brooks

After reviewing his work for several years, I finally got to meet John Malashock, the founder and artistic director of Malashock Dance Company, which is considered one of California’s premiere dance organizations. John’s career is an inspiration. Continued on pg. 3 Emiko Hihara performs with the Malashock Dance Company.

Old Town Docent talks to young students.

Dog groomer also shows dogs.

Students jump for heart fund raiser.

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World War II veteran has a passion for books.

Back to nature with tribal wear.

Bronze plaques are replaced.

Preuss School earns a Peacemaker award.

The Devil & Alan Greenspan By George Mitrovich

One afternoon late I stopped off at the Adams Avenue Book Store in Normal Heights. I needed to say hello to my friends, Betsy Brown and Michael Smythe. I normally drop by several times a month, but with extended travel – Denver, Boston and Washington (for President Obama’s Inauguration) – it had been a while. But you cannot just drop in at a bookstore, say hi and leave. You have to look around, and I did. In the fiction section I found a book about Ayn Rand, although the book I pulled from the shelf was not fiction, but was leaning against “Atlas Shrugged.” I wasn’t looking for a book by or about Ayn Rand, I abhor that woman, but there it was. I wouldn’t call it a God moment, especially given that Miss Rand was a notorious atheist who thought people of faith weak minded and contemptible (and so I would have been judged), rather a happenstance. The book was entitled: “1000 Voices: An Oral History of Ayn Rand.” I thumbed through its pages, reading here and there what people who knew Miss Rand had to say. I was especially interested in the thoughts of Patricia Neal, the celebrated actress, who had played opposite Gary Cooper in “Fountainhead,” a movie based upon Ayn Rand’s other “major” novel by that name; a film I watched as a kid at the North Park Theater on a Saturday

Golf tournament gets big hitter to help with the cause.

Annie Hammes is one of students who ran the jog-a-thon last year.

San Diego Civic Youth Ballet present “Beauty and the Beast.”

San Diego Opera presents “Murder in the Cathedral.”

George Mitrovich is a San Diego civic leader. He may be reached by email: mitro35@gmail.com

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afternoon in 1949. Even as an eighth grader at Roosevelt Junior High School the movie made an impression on me, although I’m quite sure its subliminal message passed me by, but Gary Cooper as Harold Roark blowing up buildings to prove fidelity to principle, stayed with me – not the violence but why principles matter. Ms. Neal said she didn’t like Miss Rand, didn’t care for her philosophy as reflected in her fiction and in the real life she lived, but said Gary Cooper and Ayn Rand got along very well. It was not a bad fit – Cooper, the rugged individualist and Rand, the Monarch of Me. But then I turned to the index; looking for a name I was certain I would find – Alan Greenspan, one of Miss Rand’s most devoted acolytes. Of course he was there, and while I didn’t count the page citations, there were more on Greenspan – and then some. So I randomly selected from “1000 Voices” the name of Kathryn Eickhoff, who was asked by the book’s editor, Scott McConnell, “What was Miss Rand’s influence on Mr. Greenspan?” “Very profound,” she said. “Of course by the time I knew him he had been an avowed Objectivist (Ayn Rand’s philosophical dialectic with Judeo/Christian values) for quite a number of years, but I think her views gave a foundation to his own views

on economics and broadened those views, giving him a philosophical underpinning that they didn’t have. And objectivism gave him, I think, a better appreciation of people and their motivations. Also, it certainly provided him with a methodology for thinking. In fact, that’s the thing I personally find the greatest benefit of objectivism; it gives you a way of coming at problems that is rather different from that followed by other philosophies...” I offer no greater indictment of America’s economic policy these past 25-years than the fact that for 19-years, under three presidents, George Herbert Walker Bush, William Jefferson Clinton, and George W. Bush, the chairman of the Federal Reserve Bank of the United States was Alan Greenspan, a man loved on Wall Street and lionized by national media, but who more than any other person made possible the meteoric rise in wealth of what became America’s onepercenters, and in time would result in the most terrifying financial crisis since the Great Depression – but that, in the longer reach of history, shall be judged even more devastating because unlike the Great Depression, the economy is never coming back to what it was. Almost from the beginning of Mr. Greenspan’s domination of the Fed, I dreamed of being a member of either the House or Senate finance committees,

for one reason, to ask this question: “ Mr. Greenspan, would you please tell the members of the committee why you worship Ayn Rand?” In all those years, in all the testimony given by the Fed chairman, in the thousands of cumulative pages now cluttering our historical archives, that question was never asked. Had even one member asked – say Chris Dodd in the Senate or Barney Frank in the House, perhaps? – then perhaps the myth of Alan Greenspan’s “genius” might have been shredded and exposed, as he should have been exposed, the disciple of a woman whose economic theories and views of humanity strike at the very heart of American idealism and the promise of the Constitution – that all men are created equal. (My only concession to Miss Rand is, having been Russian and coming from a Czarist/ Communist state, she had no clue as to the Framers’ intent.) As disgraceful as I found the failure of Congress to confront Mr. Greenspan on his devotion to Miss Rand and her destructive economic theories, and it was disgraceful, I have no less contempt for media, which let Mr. Greenspan continue with his twisted views of markets and men without holding him accountable. Continued on page 7 www.PresidioSentinel.com

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Golf Tournament to Bring Back Fourth Grade Program in Old Town Café Coyote Historic Old Town Golf Classic Scheduled for March 18 The Old Town Chamber of Commerce is teaming up with PGA Hall of Famer Billy Casper to produce the Café Coyote Historic Old Town Golf Classic at the Salt Creek Golf Club on March 18, with all proceeds going toward restoring the fourth grade history program in Old Town San Diego. For more than 20 years, PGA professional golfer Billy Casper has raised funds for kids in San Diego. Casper is a World Golf Hall of Fame member, winner of two U.S. Open Tournaments, winner of the 1970 Master’s Tournament and holds the record for the most points scored for the USA Ryder Cup team. Through his organization, Billy’s Kids, he has raised more than 20 million dollars. Sponsored by Café Coyote, the goal of the tournament is to raise $40,000 to bring back the thousands of San Diego County students that would typically come to Old Town each year. The history program for fourth graders was part of the elementary school Off-Campus Integrated Learning Experiences, which was cut by the San Diego Unified School District in 2010 because of budget constraints. “Bringing fourth graders back to Old Town is a high priority for the chamber and we are thrilled that Billy Casper is able to help us with this goal,” stated Chamber President Fred Grand. “We want the students to have the opportunity to visit Old Town and learn about the rich history of our state.” The fourth grade program could be restored for as little as $3 per student -- the cost to transport the student to Old Town. All educational components of the program would be executed by volunteers and various organizations in Old Town including Old Town San Diego State Historic Park. Other sponsors of the tournament include Bazaar Del Mundo, the Best Western Plus Hacienda Billy Casper teams up with the Old Town Hotel Old Town, Fiesta de Reyes, the Mormon Battalion Historic Site, Old Town San Diego Guide, Chamber of Commerce to restore the fourthgrade program to Old Town San Diego. Old Town Trolley and Seal Tours, the San Diego Chargers, San Diego PR, the Steve Affleck Family, Sysco, Wells Fargo and the Presidio Sentinel. Sponsorships for the tournament are still available. For inquiries about sponsorship, contact Old Town Chamber Executive Director Richard Stegner at OTSD@aol.com. The golf tournament will also include a silent auction and raffle to raise additional funds and dinner will be provided by Old Town’s Fiesta de Reyes. For more information about Old Town and its Chamber of Commerce visit oldtownsandiego.org or call 619-291-4903.

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Malashock Dance Company John shared with me that he never intended to start a dance studio. However, he needed the organization in order to support his work, which is physical expression, storytelling through dance. Though John now resides in San Diego, his dance career really blossomed in New York, when he joined Twyla Tharp’s company. During his time in New York, he appeared in the Academy Award-winning film “Amadeus,” was featured in numerous television specials, and performed in numerous concerts with Mikhail Baryshnikov. After a prestigious career with Twyla Tharp’s organization he decided to return to San Diego and start his own dance company. Like a proud father, John is excited when he talks about his dance company and the dancers. He said he likes the “balance” of the group, referring to their talent, skills, appearance and ability to create. He has the vision. They execute. It’s a collaborative process. John says he gets inspiration from the personality, chemistry and group dynamics of the members of his dance company. And, he is grateful to everyone who is a part of the team, dancers and administration who have helped to take his company from the stage to the classroom. The company and dance school, under John’s direction, has created

impressive dance outreach programs for underserved youth and people with disabilities. Academics In Motion program is in place at Freese Elementary where students spend one hour each week with a Malashock teaching artist who supports current academic curricula with each dance lesson. Dance with thisABILITY! integrates young adults from St. Madeleine Sophie’s Center into a professional dance environment. Classes incorporate fine and gross motor skills, spatial awareness, self expression through movement and pattern sequencing. So, now, after 25 years as a dance company Malashock gets to celebrate its accomplishments and John is reminded of his successes, which includes producing 70 choreographic works, dance/theater collaborations, theater and opera productions, and award-winning dance films. Some of the notable collaborative credits include creating choreography for productions at La Jolla Playhouse and Old Globe Theatre. It has commissioned work by the San Diego Symphony, La Jolla Music Society and San Diego Opera. Adding to his success, John has earned five Emmy Awards for his dance films, which have aired on more than 30 affiliate PBS stations nationwide. John’s most recent Emmy win was in 2012 for

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outstanding choreography in “The Floating World,” a collaborative project with the San Diego Museum of Art, UCSD-TV, and other local artists. “The Floating World” will be re-staged at the upcoming March 2013 anniversary concert, which will take place at 8 p.m., Friday, March 8 and Saturday, March 9. The concert will features the work of John Malashock who teams with renowned pianist Gustavo Romero for an intimate music and dance collaboration to piano suites by Czech composer John Malashock is the founder of Malashock Dance Company, which celebrates 25 years in San Diego. Leos Janacek. The beautiful and emotional selections are a perfect pairing for Malashock’s programs. Concert proceeds also will choreographic short stories. Also on provide scholarships for dance classes, the program is a re-staging of “Fathom: workshops, and the Summer Intensive The Body as Universe,” Malashock’s program for aspiring professional hugely successful 2006 collaboration dancers. Tickets are now available for purchase through the Birch North Park with Japanese artist Junko Chodos. The performance takes place at The Theatre Box office: 619-239-8836 http://birchnorthparktheatre.net/ Birch North Park Theatre, located at or 2891 University Avenue to recognize purchase-tickets. To learn more about the Malashock the dance company and its outreach efforts that foster the arts and academics Dance Company, visit www.malashock in San Diego. Proceeds from the benefit dance.org or call (619) 260-1622. concert will support education outreach

World War II Veteran and His Art and Book Gallery Located on the 1600 block of West Lewis, in between Mission Hills Wine Cellar and the With Love gift shop, is the Art and Book Gallery, a small bookstore and gallery. Its owner is 86 year-old Leo Finegold, a World War II veteran who taught Russian and biology at City and Mesa College, worked for the State Department, and owned a yoga studio before opening the Art and Book Gallery.

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and, after developing an interest in Russian literature, he studied Russian as well, which came in useful when he became a professor at City College, “As teaching in two departments means no one can ever find you. Therefore you maintain your independence.” Fluent in Russian during the Cold War, Feingold became chairperson of the Foreign Language Department , as well as a member of the think tank Decision Science, as a Russian Language Specialist. His expertise in Russian language Leo Finegold stands among books and led to an assignment working artwork at his Lewis Street store. for the State Department as a temporary Foreign Service officer in diversity… a broad spectrum of ideas the former USSR. and emotions, instead of a book of the After retiring form teaching, Feingold month being marketed to you.” opened the Art and Book Gallery. As a It is his belief that niche bookstores former academic, Feingold believed will continue to have a place even in the opening a bookstore to be a romantic internet age. His favorite part of owning notion, and quickly learned that in a bookstore has been the interesting having a bookstore “… you learn how people drawn to the bookstore for little you know about what you thought conversation, glass of cognac, or cup of you knew.” coffee. The Art and Book Gallery has seen The Art and Book Gallery, primarily the internet age bring about the end sells antiquarian and first editions. of many large bookstores, and while However, there are also books on Feingold has an i-pad and respect for history, language, art, and artists. His e-books he believes that they lack favorite books, are the kind the Art the dimension of real books, without and Book primarily sold, elegantly the ability to provide the texture or bound 19th century literature. Opening illumination inherent in books. “A a Bookstore resulted in Feingold bookstore leads you to a world of Continued on page 4 www.PresidioSentinel.com

The workshop sounded intriguing. I can discover and recover my creative self, tap into my imagination, and increase productivity. I do want to experience new creative processes, I thought, as I signed up for this 10 week journey. I’ve been a bit stuck in my writing and this will be a perfect opportunity to get me going again. Using Julia Cameron’s book, “The Artists Way” as a guide, artist and writer Jill Hall would lead us down this path. Guided by Hall’s gentle hand, I soon found myself doing morning journal entries, solo dates with my artist self and workshop sessions that had me writing, drawing, collaging and most recently standing before the class shaking a maraca while singing my own new lyrics to the Rolling Stones “You Can’t Always Get What You Want.” Little by little I was loosening myself from the muck and feeling inspired to press on. The class is part of the offerings at Bravo School of Art in the NTC Arts and Culture District at Liberty Station. Each time I drove to class I became more and more aware of my surroundings and learned that Liberty Station is fast

becoming a major arts and culture center. I saw names I recognized like Malashock Dance, Pulse Gallery and the Women’s Museum of California plus gallery after gallery of artists I did not know but vowed to get to know soon. On the site of the former Naval Training Center, NTC at Liberty Station contains 27 buildings on 28 acres housing various art galleries, restaurants, dance studios, shops and more. In the future an 1800 seat auditorium on site will be transformed into spaces for film, dance and events. One of the best ways to get to know this interesting cultural venue is to attend “First Friday Liberty,” a lovely way to spend an evening strolling around the area while visiting open artists’ studios and galleries, experiencing performances and topping it off with a visit to one of the restaurants or cafés. This happening occurs every first Friday from 5 to 8 p.m.. There is plenty of free parking and best of all it’s free. For more information visit the site atwww. NTCLibertystation.com. But back to the discovery and recovery of my artistic self. I do believe that everyone has an artist within. Art is not just writing, painting, dancing, or being a musician or actor. These are our traditional definitions of an artist. Adding

art to your life can be as simple as how you arrange a platter of food or what you surround yourself with in your home. Some people look at their clothes as an artistic expression, others at jewelry. In one dictionary artist was defined as (1) a creator of art, (2) a performer and (3) a skilled person, somebody who does something skillfully and creatively. With that definition, possibilities are open for anyone with a creative bent. My art of choice has always been writing, so when I picked up the colored pencils to make the artsy card we were going to laminate, I felt trepidation. We were to write a mantra for ourselves and decorate the card however we wanted. I looked around the table glancing at my fellow “artists” and panicked. Their cards looked so pretty. Mine looked terrible. Then I realized, this is just for me, this will not be judged by anyone, why should I judge it. The saying I came up with was just right, the drawings not so good. My art is words, I kept thinking, not squiggles of color decorating the borders. That’s what we all need to ask. Where does my own personal artistic self manifest itself? Where is my artist within? The search goes on.

Patty Ducey-Brooks Publisher

Ilene Hubbs Associate Editor

Michal A. Tuzinkiewicz Creative Director

Phyllis E. Zawacki Graphic Designer

Contributing Writers Concetta Anitico Blake Beckcom Rick Brooks Melody Brown Ian Campbell Richard Cone Cath DeStefano Barry Hager Ilene Hubbs David Kamatoy Alice Lowe Aubree Lynn George Mitrovich

People Always Remember How We Made Them Feel

David Rottenberg Anne Sack

By Sabine Starr, Certified Life Coach

Relationships, interactions and negotiations are clearly a big part of our lives. There are countless seminars, workshops, books and blogs available in order to learn techniques on how to optimize, maximize and strategize. They tell us how to act in order to get good results out of others. Clearly, tools and knowledge about the dynamics can help. However, it is not all that complicated and it might save you a lot of money to consider and practice the following. It does not matter what and how we say something, do something or not do something. What matters is how we make the other person feel. Just think about your own experiences. There might be situations in your past where things got sorted out and all ended well, but you still hesitate to go back to that person involved. Some bad feelings linger,

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something important to you did not get addressed, fixed or acknowledged. Relationships are fragile and complex. It is easier to break a bond than to build one or repair one. Therefore it is of utmost importance to be careful in the first place. Respect for the person we are dealing with is very important. When we have respect in mind, we are coming from a good space. Another good rule of thumb is the time honored standard “to treat others how we would like to be treated.” That is a very reliable guideline. This is particularly important for difficult situations. Say you had to talk to a co-worker about her mistakes in a report. That is definitely an unpleasant situation, and the co-worker will easily get defensive. Most people don´t want to experience difficult conversations; that fact can´t be changed. Start by talking honestly to the person, treating them kindly. Taking these steps will help to soften the unpleasantness of

the situation. Nobody ever expects to be the reason for a difficult situation that occurs in their lives. What will be forever remembered is the way the person talking to them breaks the news. Did they take the time? Were they supportive, professional and helpful in that moment of sharing bad news? Difficult talks won´t happen every day at work. But there are many little things in our daily encounters that can burn bridges. This is especially so if not handled well and with mindfulness to build bridges. For example, will you listen when your neighbor is concerned about your dogs barking, or will you just turn away and belittle the concern and needs of the person standing in front of you. The reaction in that moment might set the tone for years to come and can only be changed with a lot of effort later. More on this and related topics at: www. HealthwithTaste.blogspot.com

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developing an interest in an area which up until then he perceived as having been lacking in his life; art, and especially abstract art. His favorite artists being the 20th century abstract artists such as Kandinsky, Richter, and De Kooning. Art, he feels, should not be looked at as an investment but as an ascetic process that enriches life. The Art and Book Gallery contains many fine art prints as well as work by contemporary artists. In addition to selling books and art, Leo www.PresidioSentinel.com

also collected and sold sheet music and old periodicals. After 9 years, Finegold has decided to close the Art and Book in order to spend more time with family and in order to have more time for other interests. Among these are a number of WebPages; Stalag3A about his experiences as a POW and more information about WWII and POW’s, Die Judischen Gefallenen a page about German Jewish soldiers who died during WWI, and Millken’s Bend

about Black troops in Louisiana during the Civil War. When asked what he plans to do now that the Art and Book is closing, Leo asks “What isn’t there to do?” He plans to continue collecting books, meeting new people, and continuing the relationships with the people he met through the Art and Book, “Many of whom have enhanced my life in ways I never could have imagined.”

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Grooming Dogs and Making Friends By Patty Ducey-Brooks

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It’s always a pleasure to meet someone who is passionate about his job and enjoys going to work every day. That’s the case with Salvador Gomez, the head groomer at VCA Hillcrest Animal Hospital, located at 246 West Washington Street. I recently got the opportunity to visit with him and meet some of his canine clients. It was a fun experience because of his attitude and energy. Gomez got introduced to the canine grooming industry when he was 18 years old. He worked with an afghan breeder and quickly learned the rules and tools of the trade. He observed how dogs of different breeds were to be groomed and also learned how to show dogs. Now, some years later, Gomez has clients who refer to him as their only groomer. They wouldn’t go to anyone else. You can tell why this is the case. He is calm and communicates with each of his clients, whatever the breed, with extreme patience. “I create a relationship with my canine clients by moving slowly,” said Gomez. “I want to make them feel comfortable with me and the surroundings.” Gomez said that his canine clients can sense the energy and feelings of the groomer. They know if this person is comfortable with them and in control. However, you don’t over power a dog. I asked Gomez what he observes as a groomer. Does he play a role in the health and well-being of his canine clients? He said that he offers advice on breath and teeth issues, and on weight as well. He said, “Keep your dogs lean so they stay healthy.” When asked how the industry has changed, since he’s been a groomer for over 29 years, Gomez said that techniques haven’t changed. However the tools of the trade have improved, including shampoos for different animal needs, such as dogs with allergies. I asked if there is a particular breed that is most enjoyable to groom, Gomez paused for a while. He said that for hand scissoring, golden retrievers and labs are the calmest dogs. At the same time, he enjoys all of his canine clients, and every day is unique. We talked about when dogs or puppies should be introduced to grooming. Gomez said this should happen when they are around three months old. This way, they get accustomed to the groomer, ears cleaned, nails clipped and being bathed. Then he laughed, recalling the many puppies he’s groomed and the fact that he gets wet from all of their energy and excitement. It’s never a dull moment as a groomer.

Fay is a sweet and lovable, five-year old, American Pit Bull Terrier mix, who loves to be around people. OThis lovable pooch is also super smart and has been a star pupil in her training and agility classes. She loves making friends and will make a wonderful family member to some lucky adopter Fay’s adoption fee of $25 includes spay, current vaccinations, permanent microchip identification, a certificate for a free veterinary exam, a bag of food from Hill’s Science Diet, and a license if residing in Oceanside or Vista. Fay is currently located at the San Diego Humane Society’s 5500 Gaines Street in San Diego. For more information, call (619) 299-7012, or visit www.sdhumane.org. Cleopatra is a domestic short hair mix with a beautiful blue cream Calico coat. She is three-years old, independent, curious, and confident. Her favorite activities include hunting flies and bird watching. She is one beautiful kitty and can make almost anyone smile. Cleopatra will do best ruling a home with children over the age of 12. She would also like to be your only pet, so she can have all of the prime napping spots to herself. Cleopatra’s adoption fee Adoption Fee of $50 includes spay, current vaccinations, permanent microchip identification, a gift from Hill’s Science Diet, and a certificate for a free veterinary exam. She is at the San Diego Humane Society’s North Campus, located at 572 Airport Road in Oceanside. For more information, call (760) 757-4357 or visit www.sdhumane.org.

Gomez grooms Mikey, who has been a client since a puppy.

For information on Fay, call 619.299.7012 For information on Cleopatra, call 760.757.4357

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Lifestyle

Creating Real Change

How to form positive habits and a New You By Blake Beckcom Ever wonder why some people get great results from their workouts or their normal eating routine? What makes them different? How do they do it? Usually it’s one or two simple habits. All of us face two choices in life and it usually pertains to what we control and what we don’t. Sometimes in life, we have challenges beyond our control, yet we allow the challenges to influence the things we do have control over. When it comes to regular workouts and healthful eating, many people feel they have barriers, which prevent them from regular workouts. These can be work, schedule, the need for more time with family, long commutes, fear, intimidation, and even boredom and fatigue. Some can’t be helped at all: personal injuries or illness, caring for elderly parents, feeding the teenagers each evening and there are many more. But barriers should not stop you from implementing positive changes to secure a long and healthy life. What is a ‘fence sitter’? That is a person who only puts their foot halfway in the water, or half way to a commitment. Well, now’s the first of the year and time to make some positive changes to your lifestyle.

You can surely find one-to-two things that you do control and attack those. Make them positive habits that you always think about. Then pick two more! Before you know it you are on your way to a new you. I knew a nurse who said that her challenge was eating cake at work. With 40 fellow staff members, seldom did a week go by without a cake or party celebrating a birthday, wedding anniversary or birth. What did she do? She found a few charities that the staff could get behind and at every party they decided to donate $1 in that person’s name instead of buying and eating cake. At the end of the year they had over $1000 for charity and celebrated an end to eating cake. It’s hard to change your diet overnight, but you can form one or two new habits every month and change your life. Try eating healthier tips such as these: ½ a sandwich instead of a whole at lunch. Swear off fried foods. No soda. Have one piece of fruit per day. Cut-back or eliminate the alcoholic drinks. Make a quality lunch at home from nutritious ingredients you pick verses buying lunch out. Don’t be fooled by any fashionista’s in your circles. A lunch cooler tote is very chic.

Maybe you can’t workout every day, but an easy way to start is to find a buddy or co-worker and walk together at lunch. Then make sure you go out every day. If the weather’s dreary, doubtful in Southern California, but – look for an indoor mall or other enclosed facility. After you’re in the habit of going five days a week, carve out some time each Saturday when you take a walk. Select a time of day (maybe first thing in the morning) when you don’t have conflicts or distractions and you know you can always get it done. Before you know it you’ll be out walking 6 days a week. Then, find that special time for walking on Sunday. There are indeed things that you can control in life that will make you healthier and ultimately happier. Everything in life is brighter and more abundent when you are happy and healthy. When you feel and look your best, you are on top of the world and can do anything. Throw out “happy” and “healthy” and life can take you down a dark path. The good news is you can control your health and your happiness. Start with only one-to-two things that you can control and then go to work on them. You’ll soon see your world change! If accountability to real

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Bet we en th e Lin es: The Future is Now By Alice Lowe

Warwick’s Books has done it again. Last fall they brought the author of one of my favorite contemporary novels to town (Amor Towles, “Rules of Civility”); in January they hosted Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor for a discussion and reading from her book “My Beloved World.” Most recently, a capacity crowd at UCSD’s Mandeville Auditorium heard Al Gore speak on his newest book, “The Future: Six Drivers of Global Change.” The February 10th event was co-presented by Warwick’s and the San Diego Law Library The former vice president sketched an overview of “The Future”: a sweeping assessment of the state of the planet, what’s in store—for better and for worse— and what needs to happen to brighten an otherwise gloomy forecast. He was passionate and eloquent as he explained why this is a time of revolutionary change with no precedent in history. The book is a weighty tome that includes more than 140 pages of notes to document its facts and findings. I confess to having made my way through only the introduction so far, but that’s enough to convince me that it’s well-researched, well-written, and comprehensive, drawing from history, philosophy, political science, economics, and numerous branches of www.PresidioSentinel.com

science from genomics to geology. What grabbed me first are the mind maps that precede each chapter. I’m mesmerized by these complex diagrams that incorporate historical and current events, reflections and ideas from every relevant discipline. Gore tells how, over a number of years, he built an outline, with headings and subheadings and categories, which he would rank and shift and augment as he developed his case. That outline is the extensive series of maps that appear as intricate webs threading through each chapter. In his introduction, Gore states his dominant theme, that “what we do in the present, when informed by knowledge of the past, can shape the future in objectively better ways.” He goes on to identify the forces that are reshaping our world: What he calls “Earth Inc.,” the everincreasing economic globalization, with new and different relationships to capital, labor, consumer markets, and national governments. As you would expect: technology— the computer revolution and worldwide digital communications that have led to the emergence of “the Global Mind” and all its implications. A shifting of the balance of global political, economic, and military power to a system with multiple emerging centers of power, with China overtaking the U.S. as the center of gravity in the global economy. An economic compass that leads to

Former Vice President Al Gore is with members of the Warwick’s crew and San Diego Law Library staff.

unsustainable consumption and depletion of strategic resources. One example he gives is the practice of making economic decisions that favor growth. What is meant by growth and progress, he asks? “If the impact of pollution is systematically removed from the measurement of what we call ‘progress,’ then we start to ignore it and should not be surprised when much of our progress is accompanied by lots of pollution.” Scientific revolutions in genomic, biotechnology, neuroscience, and life sciences that are putting control of evolution in human hands. Gore titles this section “The Reinvention of Life and Death.” I counted 152 threads in the web/map that precedes this chapter,

among them Frankenstein and Faust, genetic screening, three-parent babies and spider-goats. And finally, what we expect from the man who brought us “Earth in the Balance and An Inconvenient Truth,” what Gore sees as a radical disruption of the relationship between human beings and the earth’s ecosystems; in other words, climate change. Hurricanes and floods and droughts, oh my! Along the way and in his conclusion, he sets forth the kinds of choices that will have to be made to avoid the path that leads toward destruction, depletion and degradation in favor of the path the leads to the future. It’s a lot to think about. But first I have to read the book.

Business News

Rolling Over a 401(K) to Your IRA By Rick Brooks

When changing jobs or retiring, one important decision you will face is whether to roll over your employer’s retirement plan (401k, 403b, pension, SIMPLE or SEP IRA, etc.) to an IRA. Before you leave your employer, there are a couple of things you need to be aware of. Below are some questions to ask, and the steps involved in transferring your savings. Note that these can apply to most employer retirement plans. Some Questions to Ask First Is there a loan against your 401(k)? Unpaid loan balances are due upon separation from your employer, or they may be considered a taxable distribution. This is really ugly, so be sure to pay off any loans before you leave your job. Are your 401(k) plan investments acceptable? This is often harder to judge by a cursory look, but the most important thing here is to understand the combined costs of the investments

and your plan administrative fees, and whether these investments have provided reasonably good results. Is asset protection (guarding your savings from lawsuits) a significant need? For most of us, this shouldn’t be a concern. However, the Federal law governing retirement plans provides very strong asset protection for assets held by these plans (this does not include IRA based plans like SIMPLE or SEP IRAs), so this is important if you work in a profession with high liability risk like physicians or attorneys. For the rest of us, the asset protection provided in a Rollover IRA may be sufficient, or it can be easily addressed with liability insurance. Will your employer charge you extra to keep your funds in the 401(k)? They are legally allowed to do this, so find out how much it will cost you each year. How to rollover your 401(k) to an IRA 1. Select where you want to open your IRA. Remember that an IRA is a type of account, not an investment. You

can start one at any brokerage firm, bank, mutual fund company or other financial institution. 2. Complete the account application and open your Rollover IRA. It has to be a Rollover IRA if you want to keep the option to put the funds back into another employer’s retirement plan in the future. 3. Contact your employer or 401(k) provider and ask for a distribution request form. Also ask what, if any, fees might be involved in liquidating your investments and transferring them to your IRA. Finally, you should ask if you need to sell any investments before your account can be transferred. This is rare, but it does happen. 4. Complete the distribution request form and send it to your employer. Be sure to elect a custodian-to-custodian transfer. Any funds sent directly to you will be considered a taxable distribution unless you deposit them into an IRA within 60 days. It will also generate a 1099R and be reported to the IRS, so

March Shamrock Promotion

Lowe’s employees “Make a Muscle, Make a Difference” for the Muscular Dystrophy Association and its annual Shamrocks mobile campaign going on now through March 31.

nearly $30 million for MDA. Lowe’s customers can purchase and sign $1 green, $5 gold and $20 platinum Shamrocks mobiles. Many Lowe’s employees decorate their store walls

or create and assemble creative and amazing displays with Shamrocks to spotlight customers’ support of MDA.

Weingart Foundation Contributes to Special Delivery Special Delivery, a free nutrition services nonprofit organization serving people with AIDS and other lifethreatening illnesses such as heart disease, cancer and kidney disease in San Diego, has received a grant in the amount of $20,000 from Weingart Foundation, announced Ruth Henricks, executive director. “We are thrilled to receive this very generous award from such a prestigious Southern California organization,” said Henricks. “This contribution will be used to help us continue our work

5. Follow up with your employer to ensure they’ve processed the distribution form. This can take some time. You can also periodically check your 401(k) account to verify that it’s been closed and transferred. 6. At the same time, you may want to check your new IRA to see that funds have arrived. Remember that there might be a delay of up to a few weeks between money leaving your 401(k) and arriving at your IRA. 7. Once your account is transferred, you can invest your new IRA according to your objectives. You may want to check back with your employer to verify that all of your 401(k) has transferred. Sometimes a late dividend or interest payment might be received and not transfer right away.

This column is prepared by Rick Brooks, CFA, CFP®. Rick is Vice President for Investment Management with Blankinship & Foster, LLC, a wealth advisory firm specializing in comprehensive financial planning and investment management. Rick can be reached at (858) 755-5166, or by email at HYPERLINK “mailto:brooks@ bfadvisers.com”brooks@bfadvisers.com. Rick and his family live in Mission Hills

L O W E ’ S Te a m s W i t h C u s t o m e r s t o S u p p o r t M D A Lowe’s is selling Shamrocks in March at its regional distribution centers, offices and more than 1,700 stores throughout the United States; the campaign will continue through the end of the month. The home improvement retailer — with help from its employees and loyal customers — is attempting to raise millions to assist MDA in providing critical service programs and accessible summer camp experiences for individuals and families affected by neuromuscular diseases across the country. Lowe’s teamed up with MDA in 2001 for its Shamrocks program in a number of states and became an MDA national sponsor in 2007. Lowe’s and its customers raised more than $7.7 million in 2012, setting a record for retailers supporting the Shamrocks campaign. To date, Lowe’s has raised

if you are sent a check, remember how you handle it when you go to file your taxes next year. Remember also that if you are married, your spouse will need to sign this form before the transfer can be processed.

of providing our nutritious meal delivery service and onsite food pantry to over 1,000 unduplicated men, women and children annually in 14 central San Diego neighborhoods.” For more information, or for volunteer opportunities, contact Special Delivery San Diego at (619) 297-7373.

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How did he escape mainstream media’s accounting? How did hundreds and hundreds of Washington journalist’s miss the Greenspan/Rand connection? Because Mr. Greenspan and his wife, Andrea Mitchell of NBC-News, form one of Washington’s leading power couples, and specifically because Mitchell, held in high regard by her colleagues, provided her husband with a media free pass – a pass that permitted his unchallenged rise as the Great Oracle of United States and world economic policies. And you thought Karl Marx was a threat to capitalism. I once wrote that you can embrace Judeo/Christian ethics or you can embrace Ayn Rand, but you can’t embrace both. The more I have come to understand Miss Rand, the more persuaded I am she was Lucifer come to earth as an angel of economic salvation, when in fact she was nothing less than an angel of darkness bent on economic ruin for poor and middle class Americans; an angel of darkness whose powers of persuasion seduced in mind if not in body too many men – not least Alan Greenspan. I do not believe the former Fed chairman is evil, however great his devotion to Ayn Rand, but of her evil I have no doubt. That’s it – all occasioned by drop in at a bookstore. You should try it some time. George Mitrovich is a San Diego civic leader. He may be reached

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Back to Nature with Tribal Wear By Aubree Lynn Writer/Producer/Stylist www.stylishlyaubreelynn.com

It drives me, ignites me, is my natural high, and rejuvenates my creativity. What I am referring is the art of styling. I was recently asked to style a photoshoot with the theme “back to nature” with the inspiration of tribal prints. I take my challenges to extremes as I find a local and authentic, tribal clothing boutique and design shop called Georgy’s Fashion’s off El Cajon Boulevard. There is tribal wear and head dresses with fabric straight from Africa. I was enthralled in seeing the story board come to life. The setting was to be outdoors in a shrub environment, but alas, “nature called” for rain that day. So, instead, we shot indoors at the photographers home with a backdrop. Specially created jewelry, just for this shoot, was made by San Diego Jewelry Designer Artemisa Rivas. Combined with Georgy’s Fashions and some trend tribal from H&M gave this shoot a feel of prestigious heritage. This was a collaboration of talent and skills: photographed by Lisa Ormsby, styled by Aubree Lynn, make-up by Regard Tang, and modeled by Rylee Smith. We had a highly motivated, efficient and creative session as we worked to be selected as a submission for Japanese Magazine. I am thankful to all the

Model Rylee Smith wears jewelry by Artemisa Rivas and wardrobe provided by Aubree Lynn. Her hair and makeup is the work of Regard Tang. Photographer is Lisa Ormsby.

girls, H&M, Georgy’s Fashions and Artemisa Riva for making this shoot come to life and provoke the lens, and in return, hopefully give the editor an eyeful of pleasant approval.

International Women’s Day March 8th Inspires Local Artist to Create Women Rising and Wise Women CathArt

“As long as there is a place on earth where a woman is required to marry her rapist for the honor of the family, I add my CathArt to the mix that encourages and inspires women.” says artist/speaker Cath DeStefano. The day set aside that focuses on women was also her inspiration for her first series of inspirational art for women. International Women’s Day, is part of a global movement to celebrate all women and a call for women’s rights.

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antoinette Saturday, April 13th Mission Hills Walking Tour. Sponsored by Mission Hills Heritage. This year’s spotlight is on South Mission Hills Special Places. Learn the history of the area, see a cross-section of architectural styles and enjoy great vistas to Point Loma, Downtown and beyond! Tours leave every 15 minutes from 1-4 p.m. and last 60-90 minutes. Refreshments will be served and the end of the tour. Tickets are $10 for MHH members, $15 for general public. Contact www. MissionHillsHeritage.org for more information.

Saturday, May 4th Mission Hills Community Garage Sale. Sponsored by Coldwell Banker. Look for your bright yellow registration cards in the mail very soon. We typically have between 90-100 homes who participate! Maps of participating homes to be distributed in front of the Coldwell Banker office at 1621 W Lewis Street on the day of sale beginning at 7:30 a.m. Fun for all!! Contact www. MissionHillsColdwellBanker.com for more information. Saturday, May 11th Mission Hills Annual Garden Walk. Sponsored by Mission Hills Garden Club. This beloved annual garden tour is a great way to get inspiration for your own garden by viewing both large estates and small cottage gardens. Tickets are available for purchase on line at www. MissionHillsGardenClub.org or visit Mission Hills Nursery at 1525 Fort Stockton Drive.!

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Digging in the Dirt By Barb Strona The January meeting found Mission Hills Garden Club’s members plus a few grandchildren learning about planting seeds. Fausto Palafox, our president and owner of Mission Hills Nursery, gave us the basics about seeds and how to grow them because starting with seeds is far cheaper and you have more selection than starting with baby plants. Seeds are embryonic plants. Inside their protective coats is nearly everything they need to grow into a plant: each seed contains the DNA of its parents and usually some nutrients. To thrive seeds need water, light (or its absence) and the proper temperature. You have more control over the seeds’ environment by starting them indoors. First you will need a container. Anything with holes for drainage is fine so long as the containers have been cleaned. One part bleach to nine parts water makes a good soaking solution in which to sanitize them. Choose your container according to the size the seed, the size that plant will be at transplanting, and how they will be planted: as individually or in clumps. The soil is even more important than the container. Fausto says, “You get what you pay for.” He means that the mixture you give your seeds should be designed for that purpose. Outside soil is not a good choice as many organisms when removed from their natural environment can weaken or kill your seeds and seedlings. You need a soil designed to foster proper moisture and

nutrients (usually made from finely ground peat moss and something like vermiculite) for your babies. Light is essential as well as soil. Light (or its absence) informs the seeds when to germinate. They depend on the proper strength and duration of light. Large seeds will not germinate in light and must be planted more deeply than small seeds which grow. Most small seeds prefer 14 hours or more of light each day. The proper temperature is also important for the development of a healthy plant. Cold temperatures may hinder or slow germination; higher temperatures (70 degrees or above) foster growth in most plants. You may want to provide artificial light and/or heat with florescent lighting and placing containers near a heat source. You may also use special heating pads placed under the containers. Your nursery will offer suggestions. Like humans, plants’ largest component is water. A seed absorbs water when it comes into contact with it. Too much water will cause it to rot. Too little may result in drying to the point of death or of weakening the sprout. With small seeds shallowly sown, Fausto recommends misting the soil often to maintain even moisture. Fausto also advocates covering the container with a clear plastic cover or even plastic wrap to help keep moisture even. In addition,

Seeds are embryonic plants and need special care.

He mentioned that seed packets come with directions and suggestions. They were written by the people who are specialists in their final product. When all else fails, read the directions. Finally, don’t forget to label each container so you know what you planted. Thanks to Fausto and Toni, we received containers, soil and two categories of seeds – ornamental and edible. Each of us received a flat with six pony packs filled with top quality organic soil. With a dibble (a pointed object such as a pen, pencil, chopstick, or skewer) we made an indentation in each section of our pony packs. We gently poured three to six seeds in each and gently tapped the soil over them.

Next we misted them with water. Our homework is to keep our soil damp by misting as needed. When the plants’ roots are visible beneath the pony packs, it will be time for us to plant our seedlings in their permanent homes. At the March meeting, Carey Worthy will discuss Feng Shui for your garden. Meetings are from 6 until 8 p. at the church at 4070 Jackdaw. Members are free; guest fee is $10 which you may apply toward your membership if you join that night. Don’t forget the Garden Walk on May 11, from 10 until 4. We need volunteers. You need not be a Garden Club member to help with many of the jobs.

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School News

Outdoor Venue for Wine Tasting and Culinary Fundraiser Old Town Academy Foundation is holding its 2nd Annual Wine & Dine© to support the Old Town Academy – a K-8 Charter School in San Diego. The OTA Wine and Dine© will offer some of the most exclusive wines in North America for taste and sale. Beer from two top southern California breweries, food from 12 of San Diego’s popular restaurants, olive oil tasting, coffee, dessert and other culinary items will be served under two big-top tents this coming April. The festivities will include live music along with a silent and live auction which includes art created by the OTA students. The popular “wall of wine” raffle will round off the event. The wineries in attendance will be offering limited sales of their fine wines, many of which are not available to the general public. The kick-off VIP event from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. is limited to 50 guests.

The VIP event offers oenophiles the coveted opportunity to meet select award winning vintners and savor wine and food pairings created especially for the evening. In addition, VIP guests will also receive OTA commemorative gear and an early bid or buy opportunity for the auction items. The VIP wines and cuisine will not be served during the rest of the evening. The event is open to the public, ages 21 years and up. Tickets purchased prior to March 15 enjoy a discount: $85 for the event or $150 which includes the VIP Experience. The tickets are available through the OTA Foundation website which also lists the participating wineries and restaurants, auction items and detailed information. There will be no ticket sales available at the door. For information, call 619-574-6225 or via email at OTAwineanddine@ gmail.com.

Local School Ranks 12th in the Nation

Warren-Walker Students Jump for a Fundraiser

Warren-Walker School in the past has been ranked 6th in the region of Western States, and 12th in the nation amongst schools earning funds for the American Heart Association through their Jump Rope for Heart fund raiser. On February 15, at 2:15 p.m., Warren-Walker School, located at 4605 Point Loma Avenue finalized this year’s Jump Rope for Heart campaign with a jumping contest. These events engage elementary and

middle school students with jumping rope or playing basketball while empowering them to improve their own health and help other kids with heart-health issues. And both programs are great ways to satisfy the physical education standards as determined by NASPE (National Association for Sport and Physical Education) and AAHE (American Association for Health Education).

Earning top ranking for their jump roping skills are (l to r) Tara Duncan- 1st grade, Isabella Plourde-4th grade, Natalie Atkinson- 3rd grade and Camryn Cook- 5th Grade.

Jog for Education

Grant School Students Participate in 30 th Annual Event

Guests of the OTA event check out the silent auction items.

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The Grant Jog-a-thon is in its 30th year. This fitness and fundraising event will be happening on Thursday March 14 from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Pioneer Park. Every child from Grant K-8 will be running as many laps around the park as they can in about 30 minutes. It will be a festival atmosphere with DJ Mike on the microphone providing high-energy music for the runners. Vendors will be on site offering lunch and treats in the park. The event is free to attend and everyone is encouraged to identify a Grant students to sponsor. All donations are tax deductible (Tax ID: 96-6204578). Students qualify for various wonderful fundraising prizes including Jog-a-thon t-shirts, aluminum water bottles and a fun evening party with inflatable slides, DJ and food and games. Thanks to the generosity of Mission Hills and surrounding communities, this event raises over $20,000 every year to support Grant school and programs. Money raised this year will support the creation of a stateof-the-art video studio and editing lab on site at Grant school. If you’d like to sponsor this year’s event and get exposure to the

Orlando Rios is one of over 600 Grant students who ran the jog-a-thon last year.

Mission Hills community, contact Eric Karpinski, Jog-a-thon Chair, at eric@thehappinesscoach.biz or 619-922-0006. Your company will be featured on banners and signs in front the school, through email blasts to school families and on hundreds of Jog-a-thon t-shirts. Come join the fun on March 14th and support students at Grant K-8.

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San Diego Civic Youth Ballet Brings Beauty and the Beast to Balboa Park San Diego Civic Youth Ballet, the resident classical ballet school of Balboa Park since 1945, is presenting the full-length, original production of “Beauty and The Beast” from Saturday, March 23 through Saturday, March 30 at Casa del Prado Theatre located in the cultural heart of Balboa Park at 1800 Village Place. Enjoy the timeless themes of inner beauty and prevailing love as we retell the classic story of “Beauty and The Beast” through the lyric art of ballet. Woodland creatures, magical fairies, and a beloved storyline make this production an enchanting experience for families of all ages. For information and tickets, visit www. sdcyb.org or call 619233-3060.

From a previous performance of Beauty and the Beast (2009) are Jessica Enriquez as Beauty and John Velasco as the Beast.

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Bronze Plaques Installed on Inspiration Heights’ Pillars.

St. James Music Series in La Jolla presents Chanticleer 35th Anniversary Tour

After a year of pushing the project along, six new plaques have been installed on the Inspiration Heights pillars on Sunset Boulevard, according to Barry Hager, Board Chairman of Mission Hills Heritage. The bronze plaques replace vintage plaques stolen during a rash of thefts in the summer of 2011. “There is no lacquer coating on the new plaques, so they don’t look like the old ones now, but they’ll start developing a patina in a couple of years,” Hager noted. “Funding for the project came from the office of Council Member Kevin Faulconer, whose staff also helped shepherd the project through the city’s approval process. We thank them and the City Streets Division that has securely affixed the plaques to the pillars with bolts and epoxy to deter future theft,” he said. “Chism Brothers Painting is also generously donating time and materials to repair the stucco and paint the century-old pillars which were originally constructed in about 1909 to mark the entrance to the Inspiration Heights subdivision,” said Debbie Quillin, Mission Hills Heritage, president of the neighborhood organization.

St. James by-the-Sea, located at 743 Prospect Street in La Jolla, a beloved venue for classical and contemporary live music performance, presents the world-famous GRAMMY® Awardwinning male a cappella ensemble Chanticleer at 4 p.m. Sunday, March 3. Called “the world’s reigning male chorus” by The New Yorker magazine, and named Ensemble of the Year by Musical America in 2008, the GRAMMY® Award-winning ensemble Chanticleer celebrates its 35th anniversary in the 2012–13 season during which it will perform more than

100 concerts in 29 of the United States, in Europe, and the Asia/Pacific region. Praised by the San Francisco Chronicle for their “tonal luxuriance and crisply etched clarity,” Chanticleer, based in San Francisco, is known around the world as “an orchestra of voices” for the seamless blend of its 12 male voices ranging from countertenor to bass and its original interpretations of vocal literature, from Renaissance to jazz, and from gospel to venturesome new music. For tickets and information please call 858-459-3421, x109. www.sjbts.org.

Bronze plaques stolen from the Inspiration Heights pillars on Sunset Boulevard are replaced.

“While passing by this historic corner take time to note a bit of community heritage that has been restored to its former glory,” she said.

Chanticleer, based in San Francisco, is known around the world as an orchestra of voices.

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Old Town Offers Shopping and Dining for Easter & Spring Now that March has arrived, we realize we’re just weeks away spring and the Easter season. With the weather getting warmer and the days longer, there seems to be more time to enjoy all that San Diego has to offer. Why not play tourist and head to Old Town for some fun shopping and special dining experiences. It’s a perfect place to experience culture and history and a lot of happy people.

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Wandering Sage

When you enter Mermaid Cove, located at 2415 San Diego Avenue, you feel as if you’ve entered a water world. It is filled with color and energy from the ocean and sea. The emphasis is on mermaids, yet, there is also a commitment to creating a “happy place” that comes with being close to items that may be seen at the beach or along the waterfront. The items in the store are primarily the work of local artists. There is jewelry with a water theme, including pearls. There are wall hangings and artwork that brings you closer to nature. And there are accessories for your house that says “I like being close to the water.” And, there are special gifts for children, including books, games, room décor and clothing. It’s a special visual experience, and more is on the horizon.

With warmer weather comes the desire for comfortable and attractive attire and accessories. Wandering Sage, located at 2415 San Diego Avenue, Suite 104 is offering an array of items for gifts and to dress for the season. Wandering Sage began as an adventure into the Peruvian Andes with the proprietors’ family. The glacial valleys, llamas and native people inspired her to fall in love with the textures that today comprise the Wandering Sage Collection. There is clothing for men, women and children that is earthfriendly and looks and feels glamorous and expensive, yet it’s not pricey. And there are a variety of attractive jewelry that represents a commitment to sustainability, including butterfly wing earrings, necklaces and rings. The Peruvian partners whose work is sold at Wandering Sage are lifelong artisans, like their mothers and grandmothers before them, are immersed in an ancient Andean textile tradition. Hand embroidery, crochet and knitting blends in beautifully with daily life in the Andes.

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White cotton blouses from Peru are handmade and embroidered. And the butterfly necklace is dressed in sterling silver.

Coral Tree Tea House Nestled in Old Town’s beautiful Heritage County Park and surrounded by7.6 acres of gardens and historic homes is the new Coral Tree Tea House. This is a place for people who like to celebrate the rich traditions of tea time and relax in a vintage house that feels warm and cozy. Relax with a pot of fresh steeped tea while indulging in a delicious assortment of tea sandwiches, warm savories, fresh baked scones, lemon curd, devonshire cream and a platter of decadent desserts. Coral Tree Tea House is located in the historic McConaughy House, 2490 Heritage Park Row in Heritage County Park, off Juan Street. The tea house is open daily at 11:00 a.m. (closed Wednesdays); reservations are recommended. For information, call (619) 291-5464 or visit www.CoralTreeTeaHouse.com.

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Theatre

San Diego Musical Theatre With book by Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse, music by John Kander and lyrics by Fred Ebb, San Diego Musical Theatre announces the first production of their 2013 season Kander and Ebb’s “Chicago,” which runs through March 3 at the Birch North Park Theatre, located at 2891 University Avenue, San Diego, CA 92104. Based in roaring twenties Chicago, chorine Roxie Hart murders a faithless lover and convinces her hapless husband Amos to take the rap, until he finds out he’s been duped and turns on Roxie. Convicted and sent to death row, Roxie and another “merry murderess” Velma Kelly, vie for the spotlight and the headlines, ulti-mately joining forces in search of the “American Dream”: fame, fortune and acquittal. This sharp edged satire features a dazzling

score that sparked immortal staging by Bob Fosse. For more information and tickets call the San Diego Mu-sical Theatre Administrative Office at 858-560-5740. Director Ron Kellum has a 20-year career in the entertainment industry has made him the consummate showbiz professional. He is the Senior Producer for e2k Sports, a leading entertainment company. Choreographer Randy Slovacek has been seen across the country, from the 11,000 seat Muny Theater in St. Louis to 99 seat off-Broadway theaters in NYC. Credits include choreographing and supervising the National touring company of Hello, Dolly! starring Carol Channing. The cast includes Emma Radwick as Roxie Hart, Kyra Da Costa as Velma Kelly and Robert J. Townsend as Billie Flynn.

Old Globe Theatre Based on the novel “Israel Rank” by Roy Horniman, “A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder” run March 8 through April 14 at the Donald and Darlene Shiley Stage, Conrad Prebys Theatre Center. When Monty Navarro finds out he is ninth in line to inherit a dukedom, he decides to eliminate the other eight heirs standing in his way – all played by Tony Award winner Jefferson Mays (“I Am My Own Wife”). With music by Steven Lutvak and lyrics by Robert L. Freedman and Steven Lutvak, “A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder” is directed by Darko Tresnjak. The Old Globe is located in San Diego’s Balboa Park at 1363 Old Globe Way. For tickets and information, call From left: Jefferson Mays stars as The D’Ysquiths and (619) 23-GLOBE Ken Barnett as Monty Navarro in the world premiere [234-5623]. of “A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder.”

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San Diego Opera San Diego Opera’s 48th International Season continues on Saturday, March 30, 2013 with the West Coast Premiere of Ildebrando Pizzetti’s opera “Murder in the Cathedral.” Based on the T.S. Eliot play of the same name, this opera follows the final month of Thomas Becket’s life as he defends Canterbury Cathedral from King Henry II. Returning to sing one of his signature roles is San Diego Opera favorite, the Italian bass Ferruccio Furlanetto as Thomas Becket. American soprano Susan Neves makes her company debut as the First Chorister. Italian conductor Donato Renzetti makes an important company debut leading the opera from the podium and San Diego Opera’s General and Artistic Director, Ian Campbell, will take to the director’s chair to stage the production. Performed in Italian with English translations above the stage, these are the first performances of “Murder in the Cathedral” at San Diego Opera. The sets and costumes of “Murder in the Cathedral” were built and owned by San Diego Opera. The sets were designed by Ralph Funicello and the costumes were designed by Denitsa www.PresidioSentinel.com

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At the Opera with Ian Campbell “The When San Diego Opera’s “Murder in the Cathedral” opens at the Civic Theatre on Saturday, March 30, it will be a “new production”. Is that a big deal? Ian Campbell, In a nutshell, yes. Mission Hills All American resident, shares opera companies his love for opera. share productions - sets and costumes - from time to time, either by renting from one another or co-producing as San Diego Opera did with four other companies to create the new opera, “Moby-Dick,” last season. Being a new opera never before performed, it was necessary to create sets and costumes from scratch. Clearly “Moby-Dick” was a “new production” in every sense. Companies rent from one another because there is no need for each of us to own productions we may not use again for many years. It is a matter of simple economics. “Murder in the Cathedral” is not a new opera yet it will be a new production because the concept is new, and the

physical resources of sets, costumes and props will be created especially for the performances. The opera has not been previously staged in a full production in the United States so there is no existing production to rent. Clearly, there can be “new” productions of “old” operas as is the case here. A new production allows a company to make its own statement as to the way the opera will be approached. The stage director, works with set and costume designers to come up with a “look” based on the dramatic concept. Once the designers have done their homework regarding the time period in which the opera will be set they deliver preliminary concepts which are sketched, discussed, and frequently abandoned. Back to the drawing board has meaning when designing an opera. I will be the stage director for “Murder in the Cathedral.” The opera is set in 1170 and follows the last month of Archbishop Thomas Becket’s life and his murder in Canterbury Cathedral. As I discussed it with the costume designer, Denitsa Bliznakova and set designer Ralph Funicello, we agreed that the historic setting had to be

preserved. There was no point in trying to squeeze a 12th century conflict between Church and State into a 21st century setting as some European stage directors might try to do just to be different. It did not need to be made relevant, its historical setting being all that is needed. So we settled on the interior of a cathedral. Since the opera has a large chorus, all of whom need to see the conductor, we were able to take advantage of steps leading to the altar which create good sightlines for the singers. And with pillars and some stained glass windows, the sketches looked right. Funicello set about creating a scale model while Bliznakova brought me her costume sketches, based on historical research she had done. Becket is clothed differently in several scenes, requiring specific decisions as to what he would be wearing as he arrived from France, what he would change into, what he would wear when murdered. Artistic license is taken, naturally enough, but the historical context is respected. Once the look was established the choice of

fabrics began. The cloth needs to take stage lighting well, and not appear flat and uninteresting, and Bliznakova had many choices of textures and colors available. Once the three of us looked at the set model from all angles with little “toy” people on the set for perspective, used small lights to give an idea of how it might be lit and where we could create shadows and effects, we considered how the fabric texture and colors would look in the cathedral Funicello had designed. With a little tweaking we were finished. Once we knew it all could be built within budget, the model and plans for “Murder in the Cathedral” went to the workshops and the costume designs went to the costume shop. The whole process took more than eighteen months of research and discussion, trial and error, budgeting and planning. It’s not quite over since we are still deciding on some furniture for Becket’s study. But compared with what has already been accomplished, that part is easy. Now on to the rehearsals to see how it works with real people.

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Kirsten Dunst (“Spider-Man,” “Melancholia”) and Jim Sturgess star in “Upside Down,” an interplanetary dystopian romance that puts an eyepopping, original twist on the classic tale of forbidden love. Lovers Adam (Sturgess) and Eden (Dunst) are separated not just by social class and a political system bent on keeping them apart, but also by a freak planetary condition: they live on twinned worlds with gravities that pull in opposite directions—he on the poverty-stricken planet below, she on the wealthy, exploitative world above. The planets are so close that their highest mountain peaks almost touch. That’s where Adam and Eden first meet as children. And later, as teens, where he pulls her down to his world by a rope to cavort in dual-gravity bliss (visiting the other planet does not release a person from the gravitational

pull of their native planet). But when interplanetary border-patrol agents attack them, Eden falls back to her world. Ten years later, Adam begins a quest fraught with dangers and challenges—from having to woo Eden all over again, to fleeing authorities through a topsy-turvy realm where up is sometimes down and down is sometimes up. “Upside Down,” written and directed by Juan Solanas , is a visually stunning romantic adventure that asks the question: what if love was stronger than gravity? “Upside Down” is 108 minutes long, Rated PG-13, and opens March 15, 2013 at Landmark’s Hillcrest Cinemas. For information and times, call (619) 819-0236, or visit www. landmarkTheatres.com. Film times and dates are subject to change.

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Delectable Demulcents By Charlotte Tenney, MA Integrative Medicine

It is always pleasant when something that is good for you turns out to taste good, as well. Reminded of this as I sucked on a throat lozenge, I noticed that the label on the box included a single-word, old-fashioned definition of the herbal action: “Demulcent.” It is no surprise that the label used an old term, since the text also bragged about the company producing their product since 1847. At that time, customers would have understood that this demulcent product, made from slippery elm bark (Albus rubra) was good to sooth sore throats, irritable stomachs, inflamed bladders and any damaged mucus membrane. Since an infestation of Dutch elm disease nearly wiped out all the elm trees in this country, slippery elm is not as widely used as it once was. Fortunately, it is only one of a large class of herbs that are demulcent. Other plants with similar action include marshmallow root, cinnamon bark, licorice root, linden leaf and a variety of seeds such as flax, chia and fenugreek. What they all have in common is a richness of poly-saccharides (complex starches) that form a soothing and healing gel coating on tissues to protect, heal, seal and reduce inflammation as well as pain. And the starches are slightly sweet in flavor, making them useful in foods and beverages. If that isn’t enough, they also improve gut function, blood glucose, cholesterol levels, and nutrition. Marshmallow (Althaea officinalis) probably prompts you to think of a sweet confection suitable for roasting over a campfire. And, you would be

correct in thinking this. The mucilaginous root of the marshmallow was cooked into a gelatinous candy by pharmacists who “hid” medicinal herbs in the formula for children’s prescriptions. This made it easier for the child to comply with taking medicine and was also part of the therapeutic action. Today’s marshmallow candies are made with a gelatin-sugar mix and don’t have the same benefits. Since we don’t live near any of the kinds of marshes that support the marshmallow plant, we can substitute the roots of other mallow-type plants in the family: hollyhock, lavatera, blue mallow and even the lowly malva weeds that grow in our gardens. Look for malva in shampoo being used to sooth scalp problems. Cinnamon bark (cinnamomum verum) will create a soothing gel, if soaked in cool water for several hours. This soluble fiber is part of how it helps to balance blood glucose levels for diabetics. It binds with bile salts to take LDL cholesterol out of the body and slows the absorption of sugars into the blood stream. Even though it is spicy and warming, it reduces inflammation in the gut, in the joints and even inside the blood vessels. Licorice root is so revered for its powerful healing action that Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) includes it in nearly every herbal formula. It calms, nourishes and heals in a way that enhances the other herbs in the mix. Licorice root is so sweet that it was used as a sugar substitute prior to the invention of artificial sweeteners. The seeds of flax, chia, fenugreek and psyllium are well-known in the kitchen and commonly used for treating bowel irritations and gastro-intestinal

These products contain poly-saccharides (complex starches) that form a soothing and healing gel coating on tissues to protect, heal, seal and reduce inflammation as well as pain.

imbalances. Put any of these seeds to soak in water and you will soon have a perfect demulcent to use for burns, rashes, and scrapes, as well as providing fiber and “pre-biotics” that promote the growth of “friendly” bacteria. I like to use these seeds to thicken home-made salad dressings so my salads are even healthier for me. The word “demulcent” derives from a Latin base “mulcere” that means to sooth, smooth and caress. So next time someone around you get irate, instead of telling them to “go chill” you can tell them to “ demulce out.” Then hand them a cup of demulcent Linden leaf tea.

Preuss School Earns a Peacemaker Award By Laura Walcher The National Conflict Resolution Center’s 25th annual Peacemaker Awards will take place Thursday, March 14. This year, the Peacemakers are the U.S. Naval Ship Mercy and the Preuss School UCSD. We talked with Cecil Lytle, a renowned musician, a former chair of the Awards, and a founder of Preuss School. LW: You must be hugely gratified by NCRC’s Peacemaker Award to Preuss – not “only” for the recognition, but for the strength & success of the School. Bring us up to date on its mission and practices. What – if anything – has changed since it’s beginning? CL: I’m especially proud of the parents and families that entrust their children to Preuss. We select students and families on three criteria: 1) applicants must come from low income backgrounds; 2) they must be the first in their families to aspire to graduate from a four-year college; and, 3) the family and student must demonstrate motivation to strive for success. Begun in 1999 after several years in development, Preuss School UCSD today has over 800 students, grades 6 through 12. Its first seniors graduated in 2004. Since then, over 1,000 seniors have graduated and gone on to attend the most competitive colleges and universities in the world – proving that poverty alone should not be a barrier to overcoming debilitating social and economic situations. LW: You are among its founders. What in our community, society led to its establishment? CL: California’s Charter School Act passed in 1992. At the time, I was Provost of UCSD’s Thurgood Marshall College. It seemed to me that anyone leading a college named after

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Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall had a duty to promote quality education. A strong connection between higher education and k-12 just made sense to me. Convincing my colleagues to approve what we then were calling the UCSD Charter School was not easy. Arguments raged over resources, risks, and the likelihood of success. When an alliance of community members began to support our effort, though, a path was finally cleared. Community organizations began to speak out. Other than the services of the Hillcrest Hospital, the impact of UCSD in the lives of people living south of Highway 52 was, in their eyes, negligible. Indeed, UCSD was viewed with suspicion. Yet, residents south of I-8 saw the potential benefit of a UCSD intervention in their lives. The turmoil during this four-year debate about establishing such a school caught the attention of entrepreneurs and politicians as well. Even President Bill Clinton included a reference to the dust-up about our charter school proposal in his UCSD commencement remarks in 1997. When the faculty voted down the proposal for the third time, Peter and Peggy Preuss offered an initial large gift - and their sponsorship finally convinced all doubters that the school coincided with the mission of UCSD, and that there was strong support across the state and country. The Preuss family have remained advocates and supporters; the school’s success has led dozens of other university campuses to engage in similar efforts including, University of Chicago, UC Davis, UCLA, the UC Berkeley campus, Penn, Harvard and many others. LW: What in your own educational life led to your interest?

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CL: I was the last of ten children in Harlem. Our parents, despite their own thwarted educational ambitions, believed that a quality education led to the leveling of many different playing fields. Today, all my siblings are college graduates leading successful lives. This convinces me that with opportunity and encouragement, any person can rise beyond the expectations society holds for them. After 40 plus years as a faculty member and administrator at UCSD, I am convinced that higher education is, perhaps, the last and only institution that citizens truly believe can be life-changing. What parent does not want to see their child graduate from a four-year institution—indeed, the higher the quality, the better? That belief led us at UCSD to cause the university to treat reform in public education as it does all other areas of legitimate Continued on page 17

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research. I see Preuss School as something of a petri dish--a particular effort to build and run a national model for high quality urban education. LW: You’ve been an amazingly successful musician – and a teacher, so you know plenty about education. How do Preuss teachers differ from those at public, or say, other private schools? CL: I do not believe that the teachers at Preuss School differ very much from k-12 teachers everywhere. The chief difference is institutional—the ability of the bureaucracy surrounding and embedded in the school to promote innovation and true reform that benefits students. Bud Mehan (Professor of Sociology) designed the curriculum and pedagogy that has helped to make Preuss a successful learning environment. He refers to Preuss as a “hothouse.” Just as students are expected to develop and sustain the habits of learning, staff is expected to continually develop and maximize their skills. Teachers willingly support a peer review system. Treating teachers as members of a learning community goes a long way to recreating the atmosphere of the university community on which Preuss is conceived. The remarkable thing about Preuss School UCSD is that the innovations or reforms taking place there are not new. If you were to ask 100 k-12 teachers what educational changes they’d like to see, they would likely list the same three or four ideas--small class size, parent engagement, continued teacher development, more time with students, high

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LW: Your recent Beethoven concert (that benefited the “Lytle Endowed Scholarships” at Preuss) was a masterful example of learning, discipline, practice. You performed two lengthy, highly complicated Sonatas totally by heart!

CL: Because students must come from low income backgrounds, most live in the neighborhoods with the highest concentration of low income families and Title 1 children: south of I-8 and west of Highway 805. It is unusual to admit students beyond the 9th grade; there may not be enough time to instill proper learning habits necessary for success in college.

CL: After my wife passed in 1995, our kids and I established a scholarship in her name that supports Preuss graduates who attend UCSD’s Thurgood Marshall College. Each year, I perform a concert to benefit those youngsters, and each year with a different theme, usually focused on a specific composer (Chopin, Liszt, Schubert) or genre (jazz, ragtime, blues and hymns). The first Lytle Scholars have now earned doctoral degrees and the most recent scholars are at UCSD majoring in Communication, Biology, and Engineering.

LW: Among the challenges in today’s schools is motivating parents and families to become involved, support the school’s efforts, help sustain their children’s learning? How does Preuss address this issue? CL: Our families do not always look like “Ozzie & Harriet.” Each family is required to provide 15 hours of service/volunteerism during the year. If two children attend, then 30 hours, and so on. This service can be attending parentteachers conferences, chaperoning field trips, attending parent association meetings one Saturday a month, and other activities. So far, families enthusiastically support their youngsters and engage with teachers. No doubt, the imprimatur of the University of California conveys a greater sense of importance to them.

LW: You’re a noted expert on Franz Liszt. What is it about his music that so compels you? CL: Both his music and life intrigue me. Liszt was the world’s first “rock star,” a pianist of phenomenal ability who, in fact, received only 18 months of lessons from Carl Czerny. He was perhaps the most original musician of recent centuries, the quintessential outsider who learned to play the game of Parisian salons. Later in life in Weimar (1849-59) he premiered works by daring symphonists at the Weimar Court. His last compositions reflect a more meditative and religious interior life. Throughout, Liszt championed the cause of social justice by speaking (and writing) on behalf of the Roma (Gypsies), and laborers.

Once Preuss School proved successful, Bud Mehan and I sought to “replicate” the Preuss model in a neighborhood school; now the same enthusiasm exists at Gompers Preparatory Academy (GPA) in southeast San Diego, thanks to the same Charter School Act. Our hope is that both Preuss and Gompers will encourage more institutions of higher

Human TuneUp with Cath A Conversation with Adam and Eve By Cath DeStefano Through a strange series of events, here were Adam and Eve live on the radio, 6 p.m. from the East Coast. The last caller had wondered why, when God said not to, Adam had done it anyway, taken a bite of the apple that brought us choice, but with choice came sin and guilt. ADAM: “That’s precisely where you went way off course. First of all, I was just hungry. The apple was there. I ate it. End of hunger. But the apple thing got all convoluted. HOST: So where’d the problem start Adam?

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ADAM: With the idea of sin, it was somehow a sin to eat the apple. With sin came the guilt. Sin started this guilt trail down through the centuries, which somehow led to too many lives built on musts and shoulds rather than want tos. HOST: Let me be clear Adam. God did not say “don’t eat the apple”? ADAM: Not even close. God actually said “Have fun in the Garden.” HOST: So Eve, you and Adam are back to clear this up?

EVE: Absolutely. If they only knew, humans are actually three simple ideas away from true Garden living.

HOST: Oh?

EVE: Number 1: Get along with all the species here and don’t even think of trying to dominate each other. Number 2: You’ve NOTHING to prove here. Of course your fellow humans prefer you self-finance this choice, but IF you decide to merely hang out and enjoy yourself? It’s perfectly okay.

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HOST: That one will be hard for some to hear. Those who need to DO something. Make their parents proud. Get ahead.

EVE: Oh don’t misunderstand. Doing is fine. Just not so driven by musts and shoulds is my point. It’s such a brief span here. Don’t fret so.

HOST: One more idea?

EVE: Love.

HOST: Love?

EVE: Quite the force.

ADAM: We are including love again. Just like in the beginning. Give love away, it multiplies. It’s the darndest thing.

EVE: Love for each other, is the ultimate tool for peace.

HOST: Well, sorry to say we’re out of time. Thanks so much for coming. There you have it folks. Adam and Eve revisiting, to clear things up a bit, to help to keep us on the right tracks. Tomorrow night my guest will be Allah. Join us then.

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Rod Salaysay, RN: His Passion is What Matters By Richard Cone

“Today I share this song; it’s my gift to you. Making each day special, turning gray skies blue. Life’s too short, live and breathe, nothing’s hard if you believe….”– Rod Salaysay, RN

It’s often said that 99 percent of success is in the timing. For Rod Salaysay, Peggy Windrum and Chris Camp, those are words to live by. Timing, and a chance meeting, led to a triumvirate of musicians who produced Salaysay’s tender and touching CD, “Warms the Heart, Heals the Soul,” a 12-song compilation of Salaysay-written tunes that were penned specifically for individual patients on Salaysay’s ICU Trauma ward at Scripps La Jolla Hospital. But I’m getting ahead of myself here. Salaysay, a native of the Philippines has been a nurse for 25 years, and also happens to be a guitar and ukulele player, as well as a first-rate poet and a fine artist to boot. With no formal training in music, he took up guitar in high school. He played a few coffee house and lounge gigs but put the guitar down and didn’t take it up again until 2000. A day came when Salaysay had a young man on the trauma ward for months and Salaysay began taking notes to tell things to his mother. “It was like words for a poem,” he recalls. “I took up my guitar and wrote ‘Leaving All My Blues Behind’ for him, I put headphones on him and played his music. 20 days later he woke up, and he recovered. That was the start. I was encouraged and the next patient requested my guitar. The hospital people were very supportive, and I was able to share my music at the bedside. My audience includes patients with ongoing health concerns, their families and friends. My approach to songwriting is unique in the sense that I gather all my thoughts and inspirations for these musical pieces as each story unfolds in front of me. Trauma ICU has given me the opportunity to get closer to these individuals and allowed me to reach out deeper into their minds and souls. In an effort to nurture their spirits,

I share the gift of music from my heart.” That’s Rod Salaysay in a nutshell. Now, enter Peggy Windrum -- who owns Windmar Music in Vista, a company, in her own words ”dedicated to creating innovative songs for adults and children and to promote not only our music, but quality music of other artists that fall in line with our belief of clean, family friendly music.” Windmar was born out of the song writings of Peggy Windrum – her desire was to create songs that are “spirit-filled and God-inspired.” (See her site at www. windmarmusic.com ) In October, 2009, Salaysay was a nurse for Windrum’s mother in the hospital. Over the coming months, Windrum and Salaysay became close, and Windrum heard some demo tracks of Salaysay performing, and he played for her mother. “I was a survivor myself, that’s why his music got to me,” she says. “Rod’s voice and music are like a warm house on a cold winter night or a shady cool spot on a hot summer day. If you or someone special is recovering from an illness, injury or just feeling low, these songs are ready to lift your spirits.” Windrum, who survived a stroke and brain aneurism, had done three albums of Christmas music with the last person in this trio, music producer, recording engineer and guitarist Chris Camp at Camp’s Escondido music studio; www. campmusic.com. Camp also happens to be an extremely skilled luthier who builds and repairs guitars, and it was only because I took a new guitar to him for some work that this article is even being written – another “chance encounter.” With Camp, the scene was set, and the players were in the wings for a meeting of the minds. Camp has been “rolling tape” for 40 years, including 13 years on Nashville’s music row, recording a slew of famous musicians. His chops are definitely honed, and when Windrum brought Rod Salaysay to call, Camp was impressed: “The three of us were

a perfect fit. Peg and I had been working together for about seven years, I had produced a couple of records for her and we really clicked on a vision of how to move forward with Rod. He has a lot of soul and a natural, rhythmic feel.” Salaysay was thrilled at the prospect of getting his songs on a CD, and recalls “I was thinking it might be six months to get it done.” Rod Salaysay, RN, performs for his patients. Those six months turned Photo courtesy of Rod Salasay. into a year and a half of writing, re-writing and recording before recovering from cancer and after hearing “Warms the Heart, Heals the Soul” it her reaction mirrored that of many came to fruition. There were a couple others who have listened to it: “This of obstacles to overcome, one being CD has become a “go to” therapy when some vocal coaching for Salaysay, I am discouraged about the progress of who was, after all, singing in what is my slow healing from cancer. It fulfills in essence his second language. The my prescription to reduce the level other was re-doing song lyrics so tunes of mental stress that aggravates my that had been written for one individual condition.” The blend of vocals by all patient would have a greater appeal to three musicians and the masterful guitar a wider audience. Beginning in March, work of Chris Camp make this album 2010, they worked through 18 months the professional effort it is, and reflect of sessions, emerging with the finished, the tremendous amount of work that and quite polished “Warms the Heart, went into the planning and production by Salaysay, Windrum and Camp. Heals the Soul.” “Warms the Heart, Heals the Soul” “Rod listens to people,” says Camp, is available at cdbaby and on I-Tunes “and he has no ego-driven problems at all. When we sat him down and wanted as an mp3 download for $9.99 and the to change some things, he was ‘anything hard copy CD for $14.99. This CD is you can do to reach as many people not just for people who are ill, though as possible. As each song was fully that was the inspiration for it. This written, he proceeded to make it his will be a welcome gift to anyone who own and was never short on gratitude.” is struggling through life, or just needs Camp also has great thing to say about a shot of good old fashioned positive Windrum: “She was so perfect because thinking and enthusiasm in their life. To we had done records together, short hear sound samples and purchase the songs for children that she produced, album, go to http://www.cdbaby.com/ and that was kind of like a warm-up for cd/rodsalayrn.com. Rod. That project set the stage to take Rod further.” The end result of this collaboration is a collection of songs that live up to the title – they do warm the heart, they do heal the soul. I sent this CD to a friend who is

Fresh and Timeless

Putumayo’s Vintage France Offers a New Spin on the Best of French chanson

Can’t afford that trip to Paris right now? No worries – just pop Putumayo’s “Vintage France” in your player, throw on your beret, light some candles and uncork a bottle of your favorite vin de pays and you’re practically there. Despite the fact that I remember almost nothing – presque rien? – from my high school French, I’ve thoroughly enjoyed Putumayo’s “Vintage France.” These classic French songs are great fun to listen to. The melodies are distinctly French and the vocals evoke Edith Piaf, scenes from cabarets seen in so many movies, and 1960’s black and white French films I used to watch. They’re nostalgic without being www.PresidioSentinel.com

hokey, some jazzy, some sweetly sad, almost all of them made me alternately want to either run out and jump on my Vespa or get up and dance. But then I remembered – merdre! – I don’t own a Vespa and I’m a terrible dancer. So all that’s left for me is to sit back, adjust my beret and enjoy the music. Though echoing the past, “Vintage France” proves how alive and hip classic French chanson remains. Several generations of musicians continue to find inspiration in tunes that were first popularized in the early to mid-1900s. On “Vintage France,” sultry songstresses demonstrate the connection between Paris of the 1940s and the vibrant French music scene of

today. “Vintage France” is available at select music, book, gift, and specialty stores and for download at select online stores and on www.putumayo.com.

Dining Scene

Spike Africa’s—It’s New! It’s Wonderful! by David Rottenberg Spike Africa’s Fish Grill & Bar opened a few months ago in the old Payless Shoes location on Broadway and Fourth, across the street from the redevelopment area of Horton Plaza. It is so new it doesn’t have permanent signage up yet. But, it is right on the corner. You can’t miss it. Spike Africa is the name of a real person, a seafaring adventurer who captained one of the last wooden “tall ship” schooners in the Pacific. Born Philip Marion Africa, far from the ocean, he was eventually called “Spike” after a tool used for rigging in sailing ships. Spike first shipped out of Seattle and learned the art of sailing, going to many world ports. Later, he ran his own vessel carrying freight and other items between Seattle and Alaska. During WW II, he joined the “Seabees” and saw action against the Japanese on one of the famous Pacific island battles. This was featured in a TV program. Later, he sailed with Sterling Hayden,

the actor, who defied court orders to take his children to Tahiti. The voyage was chronicled in Hayden’s book. Spike was so well known that he was given the honorary title “President of the Pacific.” Some of his materials and writing are framed and displayed in the restaurant. Spike died many years ago at age 77. In short, Spike was a real person, a legendary character around whose persona the restaurant is themed. This is significant because the owners and developers of the restaurant did similar things with a prior venture that they built up into a significant chain before selling out to Landry’s. They were the powers behind the Bubba Gump chain of restaurants, which I’ve greatly enjoyed in Hawaii and on the East Coast. In that chain, these folks also leveraged the image and popularity of a real person as the focal point of their enterprise. Despite the nautical theme, the interior of the restaurant is subdued,

The mustard glazed salmon is delicious.

The bar is casual and sophisticated at Spike Africa.

without overwhelming diners with fish netting, buoys, clamshells and other decoration that is found so commonly in such places. The ceiling has piping, giving it a warehouse feel. The wood planking is made, I was told, from 100 year old planks that came off old ships. The interior consists of comfortable booths surrounding nice wooden tables. A bar runs along one side. A glassed in patio looks out over the changes being made to Horton Plaza. Fish is fresh daily, prepared by and under the direction of executive chef Paul Rinaudo. He’s a friendly, affable man who loves to come out of the kitchen to find out personally how his guests enjoyed the food. He’s possibly a familiar face to local diners. After training at the prestigious Johnson & Wales Culinary Academy, he worked nearby at such notable kitchens such as Jsix Restaurant, the Lodge at Torrey Pines, and the Catamaran Resort and Spa. Available fish selections may vary from time to time but often include Wahoo from Fiji, Barramundi from Australia, Salmon from Scotland, and Mahi Mahi from Ecuador. The location of the restaurant, surrounded by tall office buildings and the nearby courthouses, suggests that it will do a good lunchtime business. To meet the demand, a lunch menu features fish as well as lighter fish tacos and even grilled chicken breast sandwich.

An “anytime” menu is an extensive listing of food offerings available, as the name says, anytime. fish & chips, lobster roll, scallops, and flat iron steak are only a few of what’s available. There is even grilled artichoke with melted butter and chipotle aioli. Dinner offering are mostly larger portions of the lunchtime offerings plus several meat and chicken dishes. But swordfish, thick and dense, combining the health of a fish dish with the texture of a steak dish, is now also on the menu. Dishes come with a choice of one side and a sauce. I had the swordfish, which was superbly prepared, along with fingerling potato and a butter sauce that was marvelous with the fish. The mustard glazed salmon, silvery and moist on the plate of roasted peppers, brought smiles of joy to my delighted companion. Be sure to leave room for dessert. The homemade butterscotch pudding, with dark rum or the fruit cobbler with seasonal fruit, are well worth the price of admission. The restaurant’s Happy Hour is sure to attract locals relaxing after a hard day at the office. Running from 4 to 6:30 p.m. weekdays, the food and drinks specials are extraordinary. So, sail in to Spike Africa’s Fish Grill & Bar. The ambiance is casual, food and service great. The restaurant is located at 411 Broadway at the corner of 4th Avenue. Call 619.795.3800 for reservations and information.

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Calendar

March

Fri. in Mar.

n Preschool Storytime - Children are invited to a fun storytime with books and possibly singing and puppets, 10:30 to11 a.m., Mission Hills Branch Library, 925 West Washington St. For information, call 619-692-4910 or visit www. facebook.com/mhlibrary.

Sat. in Mar.

n C hildren’s Craft Time - Kids can develop their artistic skills while enjoying a fun craft time, 10:00 a.m. at Mission Hills Branch Library, 925 West Washington St. For information, call 619-692-4910 or visit www.facebook.com/mhlibrary.

Tues. in Mar.

n Pajama Storytime - Children are invited to an evening story time with books and possibly singing and puppets, 6:30 to 7 p.m. at Mission Hills Branch Library, 925 West Washington St, San Diego. For information, call 619-692-4910 or visit www.facebook.com/mhlibrary.

Wed. in Mar.

n LEGO Playtime - Kids can have fun and get creative while building with LEGOs, 5 to 6 p.m. at Mission Hills Branch Library, 925 West Washington St. For information, call 619-692-4910 or visit www.facebook.com/mhlibrary.

Thru Mar.

n Food Drive - In recognition of National Nutrition Month the North Park Branch Library is holding a Food Drive. Bring in non-perishable food items to 3795 31st St. For information, call 619-533-3972. n Wacky Science Sundays with Ms. Frizzle and The Magic School Bus, Wahoo! Get ready to explore the wild and wacky worlds of mysterious creatures, fascinating habitats, and phenomenal hands-on science. For information, visit www. sdnhm.org or call 619-255-0210.

Thru Mar. 3

n San Diego Musical Theatre presents: Kander & Ebb’s “Chicago” - Birch North Park Theatre, 2891 University Avenue. For information, call 858-560-5740 or visit www.sdmt.org.

Thru Mar. 10

n Chocolate Exhibition - Get the complete story behind this crave-worthy treat in Chocolate. Unearth the origins of chocolate consumption, and discover how chocolate was transformed from a bitter drink of kings into the indulgence we love today at the Nat., 1788 El Prado, Balboa Park. For information, call 619-232-3821.

Thru Jun. 2

n Dr. Entomo’s Palace of ExoticWonders – Resembling an old-fashioned circus sideshow, this exhibition explores the truths, myths and mysteries surrounding some of nature’s most curious creatures at The Nat, 1788 El Prado, San Diego. For information, visit www.sdnhm.org.

Mar. 1

n World Day of Prayer - An international ecumenical observance emphasizing the power of prayer n This year’s theme: “I was a Stranger and You Welcomed Me.” 2:00- 3:30 p.m., Green Manor, 4014 Ibis Street, 13th floor.

Mar. 2

n The San Diego Sculptors Guild presents: Featured Artist Exhibit Reception for Eric

Olander, a contemporary metal sculptor and author. A Special Entertainment Program will include: masterpiece unveiling, book signing, live music and a short film screening from 5-8 p.m. at the San Diego Sculptors Guild, Gallery 36, Spanish Village, Balboa Park. For information, visit www.sandiegosculptorsguild. com or call 619-238-0522.

Mar. 3

n St. James by-the-Sea presents: Chanticleer on its 35th Anniversary Tour at 4 p.m., 743 Prospect Street, La Jolla. For information, call 858-4593421 or visit www.sjbts.org.

Mar. 5

n Mike Tyson: Undisputed Truth - This acclaimed one-man show can be seen at the Balboa Theatre, San Diego. For tickets and information, visit www.tysonontour.com.

Mar. 6 & 20

n Robin Henkel Band with Whitney Shay and Billy Watson perform from 8 to 10 p.m. at ArtLab Studios, 3536 Adams Ave. For information, call 619-283-1151.

Mar. 7

n Mission Hills Book Group - Discuss Memento Mori by Muriel Spark. New members are always welcome to attend and participate. Copies of the book are available at the Circulation Desk while supplies last. This month’s meeting will be from 10 to 11 a.m. at Mission Hills Books & Collectibles at 4054 Goldfinch St.

Mar. 7 – 9

n MADCAPS presents: 53rd Annual Benefit Show – Camera, Lights, Dance at Correia Middle School, 4302 Valeta St, San Diego. For show times and information, visit www.madcaps.us.

Mar. 8 & 9

n Malashock Dance’s 25th Season Celebration Benefit Concert - John Malashock teams with renowned pianist Gustavo Romero for an intimate music and dance collaboration to piano suites by Czech composer Leos Janacek at Birch North Park Theatre. For tickets and information, visit www.MalashockDance.org.

Mar. 9

n The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI San Diego) is holding a Kick-off Party to get ready for their Annual 5K Walk from 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. at Women’s Museum at Liberty Station, 2730 Historic Decatur Road, San Diego. For information, call 619-584-5564 or visit www.namiwalks.org/SanDiegoCounty. n The San Diego Natural History Museum presents: 2nd Annual Fossil Ball at 6 p.m. Hors d’Omnivores, n 7:30 p.m. “T. rex Roast” dinner and rock out to the big-band beat of the Tijuana Dogs. “Once-in-an-epoch” Live Auction. Hosted bar and espresso bar. Exotic Cocktail Attire. For information, visit www.fossilball@sdnhm.org or call 619-255-0182. n Two-hour Zumbathon, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at Centro Cultural de la Raza, 2004 Park Blvd, Balboa Park. Introducing a unique new nonprofit, the Juan Carlos Organization, which provides Zumba-inspired dance therapy exercise classes for people with disabilities and limited resources. For tickets and information, visit www.juancarlosorganization.org or call 619-971-3904.

Mar. 13

n Interview Skills Workshop from 6 to 7 p.m. at North Park Branch Library, 3795 31st St. presents tips and tricks for interviewing skills. For information, call 619-533-3972. n Point Loma Artists Association presents an artists’ reception from 4 to 6 p.m. in the community room of the Point Loma Library, 3701 Voltaire St. Photographers and 3-D artists are currently exhibiting their work. The public is encouraged to attend. There will be refreshments and a temporary photo studio where anyone can have a free portrait taken by portrait photographer Patricia Flanigan. n 2013 San Diego Women in Blue Event: Hear the stories of three remarkable women, whose outstanding achievements in non-traditional careers have paved the way for today’s women leaders in San Diego. The event is 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront, 1 Park Blvd., San Diego. For information, visit www.sdpolicefoundation.org or call 619-232-2130.

Mar. 14

n National Conflict Resolution Center (NCRC) will celebrate the 25th annual Peacemaker Awards. This inspiring event will recognize individuals and organizations for their creative and effective collaborations and solutions to crises and conflict. San Diego Marriott Marquis & Marina. For tickets and information, visit www.NCRConline. com or call 619-238-2400 x222. n Free mental health lecture series: The Use of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation for the Treatment of Mood Disorders with guest Dr. Philip Botkiss from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. at Sanford Children’s Research Center, Bldg 12, 10905 Road to the Cure. Event and Parking are free. R.S.V.P. to areitzin@internationalbipolarfoundation.org. n 30th Anniversary Grant Jog-a-thon - A fitness event and fundraiser for the Grant PTA. For information, call 619-293-4420. n Nature and Me Storytime - Come enjoy an imaginative journey into nature through dynamic readings and visits to exhibitions. Recommended for ages 1–5, starts at 10:30 a.m. at The Nat, 1788 El Prado, Balboa Park. For information, visit www.sdnhm.org or call 619-255-0210.

Mar. 16

n Free Veggie Gardening Workshop from 12/ noon to 1:00 p.m. at the North Park Branch Library, 3795 31st St, Master Gardener Susan Taylor gives tips on how to create a productive vegetable garden in your yard. For information, call 619-533-3972. n Book Sale at the Mission Hills Branch Library from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., 925 West Washington St. For information, call 619-6924910 or visit www.facebook.com/mhlibrary.

Mar. 17

n Walkabout’s 36th Anniversary/Pt Loma Walk – The original 1977 walk will be recreated. Savor what the times were like back then and explore what were some little-known trails in the picturesque La Playa area. For information, visit www.walkabout-int.org.

reading books. The bilingual books cost only $2.50 each, and individuals and companies are encouraged to make any size donation at the online “bookstore” at http://www.UWSD.org or by texting “BOOKS” to 41444.

Mar. 22

n R obin Henkel Band with Horns Terminal Jazz performs from 7 to 9:15 p.m. at the San Diego Regional Airport, Terminal 2 (near Baggage Claim).

Mar. 24

n Robin Henkel Band with Horns: A blues and jazz concert is at 8 p.m. at Lestat’s, 3343 Adams Ave. For information, call 619-282-0437. n Classics 4 Kids presents Bluegrass and Bach - Watch American traditional folk fused with classical music for an all-ages performance by the Classics Philharmonic Orchestra, Mark O’Connor and the Virtual Strangers at 2 p.m. at the historic Balboa Theatre, 868 Fourth Ave, Downtown San Diego. Call 619-231-2311 or visit www.classics4kids.com for information and tickets. n The Combined Choirs of Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala and St. Michael’s of Poway presents a Lenten con . 6:00 – 7:00pm, 3795 31st St, San Diego ert on Palm Sunday at 3:00 p.m., featuring music and readings of the Lenten Season & Arisen, a short oratorio by local composer Paul Sims and Librettist Renata Schmidt. The conert takes place in the historic Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala’ California’s First Mission, 10818 San Diego Mission Road. A free will offering will be accepted. For information call 619-283-7319

Mar. 26

n Free Family Nutrition Presentation at the North Park Branch Library, 3795 31st St. from 6 to 7 p.m. This event will focus on how to provide the best food options for you and your family. For information, call 619-533-3972.

Mar. 27

n Vixen Pop Up Boutique, in partnership with Title Sponsor Details Matter, will host the first annual San Diego’s Most Stylish Men Fashion and Trunk Show, 7 to 11 p.m. at 98 Bottles, 2400 Kettner Blvd, Ste. 110, Little Italy. 10 guys will strut their stuff to be coined “San Diego’s most stylish man.” With a live DJ, food, drinks and top designers and boutique to help kick-off spring in style. For tickets and information, visit www.VixenSD.com. n Resume Writing Workshop - Help yourself secure that job with a well written resume! 6:00 – 7:00pm, North Park Branch Library, 3795 31st St, San Diego. For more information, call 619-533-3972. Free. n Mystery Book Group from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Mission Hills Branch Library, 925 West Washington St.Copies of the book are available at the Circulation Desk while supplies last. For information, call 619-692-4910 or visit www. facebook.com/mhlibrary.

Mar. 30

n Friends of the North Park Branch Library Book Sale from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., 3795 31st St. For information, call 619-533-3972.

March 18-30

n United Way is holding a Virtual Book Drive with the goal of purchasing 48,000 summer

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Book Signing Charles E. Davis, M.D., will give a short talk about his book, entitled “The International Traveler’s Guide to Avoiding Infections.” Guest may purchase books for him to sign on Tuesday, March 5, 2013 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mission Hills Books and Collectibles, located at 4054 Goldfinch Street, at the corner of Goldfinch and Ft. Stockton Drive; entrance on Ft. Stockton Drive. Dr. Davis. who has received the attention of the New York Times and the Oxford Journals/Medicine, lives in Mission Hills and is pleased to share more about his book and his studies. www.PresidioSentinel.com

Camarada ~ Celtic Groove

Meyer Fine Art, 2400 Kettner Boulevard, #104, Little Italy, CA 92101 Saturday, March 9, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. • 6:30 pm reception • 7:00 pm concert

Charles E. Davis, MD will be available to talk about his book.

Join us for a taste of Ireland and much merriment while we perform our favorite Celtic tunes. Please call 619-231-3702 for information or visit www.camarada.org.

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•SERVICES CONTINUED• Master Carpenter at Your Service?

Free estimates. Repairs: replace doors and windows, dry rot repairs, cabinet repairs, painting projects and Beekeeping services. Local references. Contractors’ License #6066009. Call Ralph at (619) 250-1691

Mission Hills Branch Library March 2013 Events Preschool Storytime

3/01, 3/08, 3/15, 3/22, 3/29 (Every Friday) 10:30 to 11:00 a.m.

Children are invited to a fun storytime with books and possibly singing and puppets.

Children’s Craft Time

3/02, 3/09, 3/16, 3/23, 3/30 (Every Saturday) 10:00 a.m.

Kids can develop their artistic skills while enjoying a fun craft time.

Pajama Storytime

3/5, 3/12, 3/19, 3/26 (Every Tuesday) 6:30 to 7:00 p.m.

Children are invited to an evening storytime with books and possibly singing and puppets. Feel free to come dressed in your pajamas!

LEGO Playtime

•AD SALES POSITION• Commissioned sales position for print, video and website ads. Join an exciting team and rapidly growing company. Sales experience preferred.

Call 619-481-9817

•CAREGIVER SERVICES• Need a helping hand?

Seniors, Children, Pets, House Sitting & More Great references and experience. Call Mr. Tom at 619-885-9605

3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27 (Every Wednesday) 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. Need Help with Managing Your Life?

Bill paying, accounting, tax preparation, organizing your office and home, do you need help? With 25 years experience and lots of qualified references, I have worked for small business owners and independent contractors, etc. Let me tame your paper monster, so you can run your home or business. Call Isabelle at (619) 335-7074. References available.

VIDEO PRODUCTION

Video production services from conception to final product. Call 619.296.8731

DANCE & Musical Theatre Get into shape, feel beautiful, graceful, and get in touch with your creativity. Classes for Kids and Adults in North Park. Kids Musical Theatre, Pre-dance for 3-5, Adults—Broadway Stars Jazz, Classical Ballet, Contemporary, and Tap. sandiegodancenow@gmail.com call 619.501.4821

Voices for Children is determined to help each and every child in San Diego’s foster care system.

Kids can have fun and get creative while building with LEGOs.

Mission Hills Book Group 3/07, 10:00 to 11:00 a.m.

The Mission Hills Book Group will discuss “Memento Mori” by Muriel Spark. New members are always welcome to attend and participate! Please read the book beforehand. Copies of the book are available at the Circulation Desk while supplies last. Note: This month’s meeting will be at Mission Hills Books & Collectibles at 4054 Goldfinch St.

Book Sale

3/16, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

The Friends of the Mission Hills Branch Library will hold a book sale.

Mystery Book Group 3/27, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

The Mystery Book Group will discuss a mystery novel. New members are always welcome to attend and participate. Please read the book beforehand. Copies of the book are available at the Circulation Desk while supplies last.

Mission Hills Branch Library

925 West Washington Street San Diego, CA 92103 • 619.692.4910 www.facebook.com/mhlibrary

Meeting this ambitious goal means a CASA volunteer for every foster child who needs one. It means we must have the community’s help.

It means we need you. Become a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) and make a difference in the life of a foster child. Go to www.speakupnow.org or call 858-598-2235 for location.

Grace Lutheran Church and Preschool Our website is: www.gracesandiego.com Sunday School and Bible Study is at 9:00 a.m. The Divine Service is at 10:00 a.m. and a Wednesday evening Communion service at 6:00 p.m.

Grace Lutheran Preschool 6 months to Pre-K directed by Rexanna Blas

UNIVERSAL SPIRIT CENTER A Center for Spiritual Living

Rev. Kevin Bucy, Senior Minister 858 Front Street (at University and Front Streets) San Diego, CA 92103 Extra parking across the street at Florence School

www.universalspiritcenter.org.

(619) 291-4728

SUNDAY MORNING GATHERINGS 8:00 a.m. Meditative with full message 10:00 a.m. Music-filled gathering (with Youth Ministry available)

11:30 a.m. Music-filled gathering

Wednesday Night Gathering at 7:00 p.m. every Wednesday

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