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Hand-painted Easter eggs are a tradition for the Antico-Pizzinat family.
Powers Plumbing celebrates 100th Anniversary.
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“18 Mighty Warriors� prove that Asian men can jump.
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Kathy Nimjy Headlines 15th Annual Tea & Tonic Event.
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Tatum Travis Mills Performs at Epicentre
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Progress made on Planning Regulations affecting Mission Hills
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Kelly and Shelly form an ideal team.
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California Ballet Presents Sleeping Beauty.
Mo`olelo Performing Arts Company names new executive director.
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Mary Hyde helps to craft a program for well being.
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Books & Collectibles hosts New York Times Bestselling author.
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by George Mitrovich
I haven’t researched this, but it’s almost certain Gloria Steinem’s and Kevin Faulconer’s names have never before been linked, in life or in print. That they’re here as the lead for my Sentinel column this month, requires an explanation. While Ms. Steinem may know San Diego has a new mayor, and Mayor Faulconer undoubtedly knows her name and something of her history, that is most likely the beginning and end of their connection. But since I know both, I thought I would tie them together in this column, but as subjects independent of one another. There are two reasons for doing so, one having to do with Ms. Steinem’s 80th birthday (March 24), and the other Mr. Faulconer’s win over David Alvarez for mayor of San Diego. Gloria Steinem and I have been friends since 1969. The origins of that friendship began in a phone booth outside the U.S. Senate’s Caucus Room in the Russell Building on Capitol Hill. Someone had given me Ms. Steinem’s number in New York and I called to introduce myself, to tell her I had worked for Bobby Kennedy, and I wanted to know her. She asked, “Do you ever came to Manhattan?” I said I did, and she said the next time you come, I will be happy to
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George Mitrovich is a San Diego civic leader. He may be reached at, gmitro35@gamil.com.
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meet you. We met over dinner that first time, followed by many other dinners and luncheons in the city, and sometimes in Washington. As the press secretary to Senator Charles Goodell of New York, it was in my interest to know Gloria, who was then writing for New York Magazine, and, to a lesser extent, for her to know me. Sometimes in the city we dined alone, but more often we were joined by Richard Reeves, the chief political correspondent of The New York Times, Cynthia Wainwright of the famous family by that name, and Lynn Sherr and Jurate Kazickas of the Associated Press (AP). On one occasion, as a reporter, Gloria was with the senator and me in Albany, New York’s state capital, as was Reeves. The why of it I don’t remember, other than some political purpose, but what I do remember is this: At our hotel before dinner, Gloria, Dick and I were walking down a staircase with a long and lovely banister, which I impetuously decided to slide down. What I didn’t know is the marble floor below had been waxed that morning, and when I came off the banister my feet came out from under me and I hit the floor hard, as in hard on my butt. Over the next several days my bottom hurt and since I was
back home in McLean, Virginia, I decided to see a doctor. After my examination, the doctor told me the following, “Mr. Mitrovich, you have sprained your ass.” I had no clue such a thing was possible, that you could actually sprain your “ass.” (In case you don’t know, the curative is time, warm baths and Epson salt.) Advancing a trip west for Senator Goodell, I had arranged a series of speeches and a fund raiser in Los Angeles, plus I persuaded James Pike, the famous Episcopal Bishop of San Francisco, to invite the senator to deliver the lay sermon that Sunday at Grace Cathedral, which became the concluding event of our trip. The two reporters assigned to cover the senator were Gloria Steinem and Dick Reeves. It was, in every conceivable way, a memorable trip. Not least for the fact I convinced an agent of Eastern Airlines to return to the gate their last flight out of National Airport to La Guardia in NYC, so Gloria and Dick didn’t have to take the overnight train to Manhattan (the plane was already beyond the tarmac and rolling toward takeoff). As my friendship with Gloria grew, my wife and I gave a party for her at our home in McLean. That was the occasion when I first met Lynn Sherr, who would later become a star with ABC’s 20-20,
but then was on assignment for AP, writing the first major profile on Gloria (hundreds of writers would subsequently follow Lynn’s lead and take Gloria as their subject). The party was a huge success, with major Washington players in attendance, and even though Henry Kissinger called to say he wouldn’t make it, because President Nixon needed him at the White House, it made no difference. The good time everyone was having rolled on and Gloria and Lynn missed the last flight back to NYC, and so we invited them to stay the night, even though it meant sleeping in Mark and Tim Mitrovich’s, bunk beds. No problem, they said – and they did. Which brings me, finally, to what gave rise to this column, an article in Sunday’s March 23rd New York Times by Gail Collins on Gloria’s turning 80. I know Gloria’s age, but still it astounds me, because her looks have changed little since the first time we met. Yes, a gentleman would say that, and I think I qualify as a gentleman, but of Gloria Steinem it’s quite true, she does not look her age, or anything close to it. The last time Gloria and I were together, she spoke at The Great Fenway Park Writers Series I chair for Continued on page 9 PresidioSentinel.com
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California Ba llet Company Presents
Sleeping Beauty
California Ballet Company will mount a full-length production of the 19th century classic, “Sleeping Beauty,” at 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., Thursday, May 17, 2014 and 2:30 p.m., Friday, May 18, 2014. All performances will take place downtown at the San Diego Civic Theatre. Staged by Director Maxine Mahon, after the original by Marius Petipa, the ballet is based on the timeless Charles Perrault fairytale. California Ballet Company Principal Ballerina Chie Kudo and International Guest Artist Kateryna Khaniukova (National Opera House of Ukraine) will alternate in the lead role of Princess Aurora. International Guest Artists Vadim Solomakha (last seen on the California Ballet stage as Prince Charming in the 2012 ‘Cinderella”) and Tomonori Ochi (New National Theatre Ballet, Tokyo) will alternate in the role of Prince Desire. “Sleeping Beauty” begins on the christening day of Princess Aurora. Among the guests who have been invited to the celebration are the infant’s six fairy godmothers, including the magical Lilac Fairy. After much fanfare, five of the fairies give their gifts to the child, but the master of ceremonies, Cattalabutte, has
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forgotten to invite the fairy Carabosse. Furious at being left out, Carabosse places a curse on the infant Aurora, which decrees that on her 16th birthday, the Princess will prick her finger and die. The Lilac Fairy is the last guest to give a gift to the infant princess. While unable to cancel the curse, she changes it, and rather than die, Princess Aurora and the entire kingdom will fall into a deep sleep until a handsome prince kisses her, and breaks the spell. On Aurora’s sixteenth birthday celebration, the curse comes to pass. After a century, the Lilac Fairy helps the handsome young Prince Desire to find Princess Aurora and awaken her with a kiss. He instantly falls in love with her and proposes marriage. During the wedding, various fairytale characters gather together to celebrate the marriage of Princess Aurora and Prince Desire. Characters include Puss ‘n Boots & the White Cat, Red Riding Hood & the Wolf, and Princess Florina & the Bluebird. “Sleeping Beauty” is appropriate for children ages three and up. For information and tickets, call 858.560.6741, or visit www.californiaballet.org/sleeping-beauty, or email tickets@californiaballet.org.
Pictured is California Ballet Principal Vitaliy Nechay as Aurora and Prince Desire is Chie Kudo.
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Seei n g the World with a
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Concetta Antico Shares Her Artful Lifestyle
by Patty Ducey-Brooks
It makes me proud to say that I have a friend who is an accomplished artist. Her name is Concetta AnticoPizzinat. Concetta is originally from Australia and has made San Diego her home. By knowing Concetta, I’ve been gifted with a greater appreciation for art and the way an artist sees the world. Concetta believes that her oil paintings are meant to “capture the colors the creator intended us to see.” When you see her artwork you can better appreciate what she means by this statement. Having known Concetta for a considerable amount of time, I’ve gotten to experience firsthand her passion for art and her dedication to making sure others benefit from what she knows and enjoys. She lives an artful life. It’s obvious by the way she paints, dresses, her home and art studio, the
way she entertains, and the way she brings creative and artistic traditions to her family, friends and students. Besides the fact that Concetta loves art, she also is an amazing teacher. She’s taught adults and youngsters how to believe in themselves as artists, and to see the world and everything around us with a new set of eyes. Her students are extremely dedicated to Concetta and speak “praisingly” of her ability to inspire them and help them find their true artistic talent. They say, “It takes one to know one.” I am referring to Concetta’s ability to find the artist in her students. Because she is a great artist, she knows how and what to communicate to her students. She firmly believes that oil painting, or any other creative endeavor, is merely a skill to be learned and that everyone is inherently capable. When you watch her instruct and see the results of her effort you know she has a great talent for bringing out the artist in others.
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Concetta has another gift that an extremely talented guitarist is very rare. She sees color in a and Ladd is a magician with the way that few can relate to. That’s keyboard. Both will provide a because she has a rare genetic truly entertaining evening. disorder that is called Tetrachromat, And, of course, you will get to which means she has a fourth-color see the latest works of Concetta vision receptor. This super vision Antico Pizzinat, alla prima and status allows her to process over plein air. I’ll be there and hope 100 million colors. She definitely you’ll join the rest of us who sees the world with a unique set want to experience art, music of eyes. Concetta recently shared and socializing with like-minded with me that she always wondered friends. To learn more, visit why others didn’t see the colors www.ConcettaAntico.com. in the world as she did. Now she understands why. She is extremely grateful for this gift of sight. If you look at her artwork you see amazing depth and an explosion of color, unlike anything I have ever seen. I feel fortunate to be a collector of Concetta’s art and encourage anyone who is interested in learning more about “the woman who paints amazing masterpieces,” to visit her website and call for an invite to an upcoming exhibition, “Earthly Delights,” that is scheduled from 6 to 9 p.m., Saturday, April 26 at Antico Fine Art Gallery, located at 1920 Fort Stockton Drive in Mission Hills. Not only will you get to see her latest work, you will also enjoy the music of two of San Diego’s finest musicians, David De Alva and David De Alva will perform Sky Ladd. De Alva is at the upcoming “Earthly Delights” exhibition. PresidioSentinel.com
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Mo`olelo—Act II
Patty Ducey-Brooks
by Ilene Hubbs
It began with a call in late summer last year. “I have news for you, but I need you to keep it confidential for a little while,” she said. “I have been offered another job and it will probably be finalized very soon.” My response, “Well, to be candid, I’m not surprised; I knew this was bound to happen one day, it was just a matter of time.” And with that the journey began. I knew Seema Sueko, who has been in the position of executive artistic director since Mo`olelo began, almost ten years ago. I served on the board of trustees for several years at the beginning, and then came back on the board years later to support this innovative award winning San Diego theater. For all these years, the success of the theater was tied directly to the talents of this amazing woman and the task became finding the perfect successor. Once the entire board learned that she was moving on by the end of the year, the wheels began to turn. Mo`olelo will celebrate a ten year anniversary soon and the theater is an important part of San Diego’s culture, much too important to allow the founder’s departure to slow down the momentum.
With a transition team of board members in place, the first steps were taken. Our team leader contacted his friend and neighbor, a well known and respected management consultant. Knowing that the consultant had worked with many nonprofits and arts organization he asked for a favor, could he take on the task of leading us through the process. Offering to do it pro bono, he met with the entire board and led us through a planning session to get started. The plan included details and specifics, such as when we let the public know, who we contact personally and what the job announcement and interview process would entail. As we continued, board members were each given resumes to read and grade. The same standards were applied to each resume so there would be fairness and consistency. Next steps involved narrowing down the list of candidates and phone interviews, again using consistency and standards. At one point the selection team brought in interested stakeholders and donors to have a part in this very democratic and well thought out process. Mo`olelo means so much to our board of trustees and to the community that is imperative that we go about this the right way.
Stepping into a position held since inception by the founder is a daunting task. We had to find that one right person who had the talent, drive and initiative to move us to the next chapter. We needed a leader with his or her own vision that fell right in line with Mo`olelo’s. As part of the interview team for the finalists, I saw firsthand how much time, thought and love went into designing these important questions posed to the candidates who made the close to the last cut. The best part of any hiring process is finding that more than one person might be right for the job. First, it tells us that the theater can and will go on, even as a beloved leader leaves; and second, it tells us we have the luxury of knowing a choice is not forced upon us by lack of viable candidates. It was like choosing between wonderful and terrific. After extensive interviews and work samples, the last two candidates selected were brought up for discussion at a full board meeting and the vote was cast. San Diego theater world get ready—we are about to introduce you to Mo`olelo’s new Artistic Executive Director, Lydia Fort, and yes, more to follow.
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Contributing Writers Concetta Anitico Blake Beckcom Rick Brooks Melody Brown Ian Campbell Richard Cone Cath DeStefano Barry Hager Ilene Hubbs David Kamatoy Philip C. Lee Alice Lowe Aubree Lynn George Mitrovich David Rottenberg
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Bringing History to Life
“Whether it’s the real-life physicist Emilie du Chatelet, the literary heroine Penelope, or women who have sprung entirely from my imagination,” San Diego author Laurel Corona’s stories are true to the facts of their time and place. Her four novels are populated with real and invented characters that give readers a strong sense of other lives and cultures. Corona’s fourth novel, “The Mapmaker’s Daughter,” was released in March. It is set during the Spanish Inquisition and told from the point of view of a woman raised as a secret crypto-Jew who makes the decision to live openly in her faith. She experiences both the brutalities and joys of Jewish life over the course of her long life. The highly-regarded Kirkus reviews called the book “A rich, exhaustively researched portrait of Spanish Jews at the birth of the Inquisition.” Laurel Corona has lived most of her life in San Diego and currently resides near Balboa Park. She attended The Bishop’s School, which she credits as the source of the “interest and love and advocacy of women” that inspires her writing. She received a Ph.D. from the University of California at Davis, and after teaching and administrative stints at SDSU and UCSD, she joined the faculty of San Diego City College in 1990, where she has served as a dean and professor of Humanities and World Religions. PresidioSentinel.com
While her subjects might seem far afield, the motivation and themes of her historical fiction are always “women who have been forgotten.” Her first novel, in 2008, was “The Four Seasons,” about women musicians in Vivaldi’s Venice. “Penelope’s Daughter” is a twist on Homer’s “Odyssey,” telling the story of the Trojan War from a woman’s point of view. A fictional life of the daughter of Emilie du Chatelet, a scientist/mathematician in pre-revolutionary France, is the Laurel Corona has lived most of her life in San subject of “Finding Emilie.” In her fifth novel, currently Diego and currently resides near Balboa Park. under consideration by her publisher, after the Nazis invaded the Soviet Corona explores subjects closer to Union and in particular a couple who home in a story that takes place in met and married in the Vilna ghetto turn-of-the-20th-century New York, and were active in partisan activities. blending real and fictional characters. “The Mapmaker’s Daughter” was inI asked Corona how she’s been able troduced in early March at a Warwick’s to write five extensively researched reading and signing. Corona will be novels in a handful of years while reading next at San Diego Central Limanaging a full-time academic career. brary on Sunday, May 5. She will be She admits that she writes fast, because part of a Mother’s Day program with she gets swept up in her stories, eager two other local authors whose newto see what happens. She approaches est books are also about mothers and each one with an overall plan and an daughters (and who have been recogarc of the story, but she doesn’t know nized in this column): Zoe Ghahreall the details—her characters and mani, reading from “Moon Daughter,” their lives lead her to surprises and in and Jennifer Coburn, from her memoir, unexpected directions that she never “We’ll Always Have Paris.” could have foretold. Laurel Corona will be retiring In addition to her novels, Corona from City College at the end of this has written 17 young adult books academic year. Having accomplished for school libraries and a work of so much in her spare time, imagine nonfiction, “Until our Last Breath: A what she’ll be able to do in retirement! Holocaust Story of Love and Partisan I know that a sixth novel is taking Resistance,” about Lithuanian Jews shape in her mind already.
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The Francis Parker School Class of 2026 teamed up to raise over $700 in donations to help “Save the Koalas.” Students and teachers presented a check to the San Diego Zoo on Saturday, March 8. The donation will benefit the Zoo’s Wildlife Conservancy program, specifically a researcher studying a group of koalas on St. Bee Island off the eastern coast of Australia. The three senior kindergarten classes collected funds from hot chocolate sales at the Mission Hills Campus and through various chores done at their
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respective homes. Students cleaned their rooms, washed windows, put away laundry, fed the dog, made beds and even donated money they received from the tooth fairy. This project was born out of Language & Culture week at the Lower School where students did research projects and gave presentations about Australia. According to Birdy Hartman, one of the kindergarten teachers, “Their presentations set the stage for our project to connect the students’ learning to a community service project.”
Parker senior kindergarten teachers Birdy Hartman (far left), Holly Panton (middle) and Kym Farkas (far right) present a check to San Diego Zoo officials.
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Cassie is a 6-year old, domestic short hair mix who loves soaking up the sights and sounds of the world around her. While she is a bit shy with new faces and places, Cassie warms up as she becomes more familiar with her environment. She enjoys spending quality time with her people friends and is also content to spend time on her own. Cassie would do best in a home with older, respectful children. Cassie’s $65 adoption fee includes my spay / neuter, current vaccinations, permanent microchip identification, a gift from Hill’s Science Diet, a certificate for a free veterinary exam, and limited veterinary medical coverage from VCA Hospitals up to $250. Cassie is currently available for adoption at the Airport Road/North Campus of the San Diego Humane Society, located at 572 Airport Road in Oceanside. For information, call 760.757.4357 or visit www.sdhumane.org. Freya is a two-year old, American pit bull terrier/mix who is a fun loving pooch in pursuit of happiness. SShe is active and enjoys a good romp playing with her two-legged friends. However, she also loves a lazy weekend or rainy day snuggle with her human companion. Freya will do best in a home with older children and as the only pet. Her $95 adoption fee includes spay/neuter, current vaccinations, permanent microchip identification, a certificate for a free veterinary exam, a gift from Hill’s Science Diet, a license if residing in Oceanside or Vista, and limited veterinary medical coverage from VCA Hospitals up to $250. Freya is currently located at the San Diego Humane Society and SPCA, located at 5500 Gaines Street. For more information, call 619.299.7012 or visit www.sdhumane.org.
For more information on Cassie, call 760.757.4357 For more information on Freya, call 619.299.7012
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The San Diego Humane Society and SPCA held its second annual Animal Compassion Awards to recognize and pay tribute to the extraordinary animals and animal lovers throughout San Diego County. Nominations were collected in three categories, Animal Impact, Humane Hero and PetFriendly Destination. Military couple 1st Lieutenant Alisa Sieber-Johnson and Lieutenant Shawn Johnson founded Dogs on Deployment, a non-profit which provides an online network for service members to find volunteers who will board their pets during their owner’s service commitments. They received the Animal Impact Award. In 2013, San Diego became the 32nd city in North America to prohibit retail pet sales, making it illegal to sell dogs, cats and rabbits within city limits, thanks to San Diego City Councilwoman Lorie Zapf. She received the Humane Hero Award. Jeff Levitt, owner of SHADES Oceanfront Bistro in Ocean Beach, and his family, have created a place that both people and their pets love to visit. Beyond that, SHADES has helped the San Diego Humane Society and other animal welfare groups find homes for more than 175 pets in the past two years. He received the PetFriendly Destination Award. “We live in one of the petfriendliest cities in the nation, and what better reason to honor the people in our community who have inspired the special and unique bond that we share with animals,” said Dr. Gary Weitzman, president and CEO of the San Diego Humane Dr. Gary Weitzman (left) acknowledges Society and SPCA. Jeff Levitt of SHADES. PresidioSentinel.com
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Sweating With Your Sweetie The Pros and Cons of Getting Your Burn On Together by Blake Beckcom
Now that you’re more than a month into your health and fitness goals for the year, you might be thinking it’s time to spice up your workouts by inviting your spouse to join you at the gym. Before you embark on the journey of sweating with your sweetie, it’s important to take into consideration the pros and cons of working out with your spouse so you both are successful in accomplishing your health and fitness goals. Gwen and Blake Beckom, married for 19 years, personal trainers and coowners at Fitness Together Mission Hills, both agree that it takes commitment, dedication and realistic expectations to make working out with your spouse a healthy and happy experience. Pro: S hare in the Experience of Getting Fit Together One of the biggest assets to accomplishing your health and fitness goals is having an accountability partner who motivates you and supports your journey toward a healthy lifestyle. When your fitness partner is also your spouse, it allows you to be on the same page both mentally and logistically. It’s a lot easier to make eating healthy and working out regularly a priority in your life when your spouse commits to making the same lifestyle choices. This joint commitment to fitness not only helps to support personal growth, but also can lead to improvements in your relationship and the overall outlook in your household. “You’re going to need encouragement along the way,” explains Blake. “If your workout buddy is your spouse, then it’s easier to stay motivated and accountable to each other. You’re setting a couple goal together, which can be a powerful thing.” “Couples who sweat together stay together,” adds Gwen. “When you work out with your spouse, you come away with feelings of a cooperative
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spirit, a shared passion and the feeling of synchronization. When you both have the same goals of being healthy and fit, it can be a real powerhouse for any relationship.” Con: D ifferent Goals & Approaches May Hinder Results A common hang-up that can deter couples from working out together is when each person has different exercise goals and fitness levels. And, even if a husband and wife are both striving to lose weight or gain strength, it’s important to remember that men and women typically need to approach their fitness goals differently in order to get the results they need. “Couples need to know up front that men lose weight and grow muscle faster. So it’s important for each person to have accurate baselines and realistic goals when they start working out together,” explains Blake. “It can be a challenge for husbands and wives who have two different types of workout approaches. It can even be difficult for Gwen and I because I’m going hard and heavy while Gwen is going light and fast. I’m not as patient and Gwen is more patient.” One solution that Gwen and Blake have found to overcome the obstacle of having different workout approaches and attitudes is to focus less on doing the same exercises and more on working out in the same place and at the same time. Going together and leaving together, but doing your own exercise routine while at the gym, can be a great approach for mutual success. “When Blake and I go to the gym together he’s working out separately from me, but we’re both there together,” shares Gwen. “We can look across the room and smile at each other. It’s a good feeling to know we’re both on the same page and we’re both willing to work out, stay healthy and fit for each other. Knowing that Blake
cares enough about me to take care of his body is a great feeling.” Pro: Celebrate Accomplishments & Work Together Through Obstacles Every fitness routine will have its ups and its downs. Working out with your spouse allows the two of you to share in celebrating the accomplishments along the way, as well as support each other through the inevitable setbacks and obstacles you’ll face. Having someone in your corner who can relate with what you’re going through and cheering you on along the way will not only strengthen your commitment to establishing a healthy life for each other, but it also can have a positive impact on your marriage as well. Working out with your loved one can lead to improved intimacy, a stronger closeness, increased endorphins and more energy. “Ultimately, working out together can be a real relationship builder,” says Blake. “There’s going to be some big wins you’ll share along the way and setbacks you can work through with each other. Usually going through difficult things together is when you can grow your relationship.” Con: S ynching Schedules Challenge Busy Couples Finding time to work out is one of the most common obstacles for busy individuals to adopt a healthy and fit lifestyle. But when you have dualincome families with both spouses juggling professional and family responsibilities, it can be nearly impossible for a husband and wife to get on the same workout schedule. Instead of adding stress and tension by trying to force the issue of working out together regularly when it doesn’t synch with your schedule, make it a point to exercise together during special occasions like family vacations and holiday breaks. You can still reap the benefits of re-connecting
Blake & Gwen Beckcom.
and supporting each other’s fitness goals even if you can only manage to work out together at various times throughout the year. “Blake and I love destination workouts,” shares Gwen. “When you’re on vacation it’s like an adventure and you can’t say you don’t have enough time. We just enjoy being together. It’s fun to have him spotting me and me spotting him. We give each other high fives and offer the same encouragement to each other that we give our clients in the studio.” It’s healthy for both husbands and wives to commit to living a fitness-focused lifestyle. But make sure you work through the pros and cons discussed above before you decide to get your burn on together. Whether you work out at the same time or maintain separate sessions, the most important thing is to support each other’s efforts while committing to being healthy and fit for you and your family. Fitness Together Mission Hills offers personal training with qualified professionals by regular appointment in private suites. Exercise & Nutritional Programs are custom designed to fit your needs and abilities. Call 619.794.0014 for more information or to schedule a free fitness diagnostic and private training session. See what others are saying about us on Yelp & San Diego City Search.
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Did you ever find yourself thinking, “Blessed be the ignorant”? As we go through life we learn different things about ourselves at different times. All these revelations have something in common: once discovered, we “can´t not know” anymore. That is good and also challenging news. I trust that we come to discover things of importance whenever we are ready to deal with it. Let´s say, for example, that you have a tendency to write heartfelt, fiery answers to unpleasant e-mails. One day, a new thought emerges instead of the usual reasoning: “they asked for it, they made me mad.” Instead, you have an amazing revelation that you are sensitive about criticism of any kind and kept yourself closed off from hearing any of it by firing back, until now. PresidioSentinel.com
Instead of beating yourself up about years lost, I call it a moment to celebrate. What´s to celebrate is the awareness. Without awareness, we can´t change something consciously to our benefit. What happens next is crucial. It is one thing to do something without being aware of it, and it is a completely different thing to be aware and to not act accordingly. It would be damaging to our personal development and our authenticity to go on as if we had never had that revelation. True, nobody else might know we had a revelation, but WE ourselves know. We owe it to ourselves to act authentically. This behavior promotes selfrespect and happiness. I am not saying that we need to be perfect and never fall back into old habits. What matters is the willingness to listen to that insight,
to explore it, to look at it and to reflect. Wouldn´t it be wonderful if we eliminated sending harsh and hasty e-mail responses and the feeling that follows: being remorse about blowing up again. A simple change can help with that. Take at least one hour to think about the e-mail before answering, or write the e-mail, but don´t send it and let it sit for “X” amount of time (fill in how long it takes you to cool off). This little “trick” will gain us much self respect, which in return helps with becoming less sensitive to criticism. With good self-esteem, fewer e-mails will “hit a nerve” and this trick will be less often needed.
The outcome is a win-win for everyone involved. If this revelation about heated e-mail justifications is ignored, it adds to the agony of the already painful situation and gives the impression that you’re lacking of problem solving skills and that you’re filled with emotion, which likely makes the situation worse. Self-discovery is one of the highest aims of humankind and certainly a process. I hope that it is pleasing and fulfilling. If you want to get little tidbits to get you thinking, “like” my Facebook page at: www.Facebook. com/starrcoaching.
Author Sabine Starr is a psychologist licensed in Vienna, Austria, currently living and working in Mission Hills. She has written numerous articles for professional psychology journals. For further information, visit www.starrcoaching.com and follow her blog at www.HealthwithTaste.blogspot.com; and a new social media offering is www.facebook.com/StarrCoaching.
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by Rick Brooks
According to a 2011 report by the Census Bureau, a college graduate can earn over 80 percent more during his or her lifetime than someone with just a high school diploma. But that advantage comes with a price tag. Currently, the annual cost of a four year private college can top $30,000 for tuition, fees, and room and board, according to a 2013 report by the College Board. A sound savings and investment strategy can help put your children (or grandchildren) on the road to a valuable four year college degree. When investing for any large financial objective, it’s best to start early and invest often. First, set your goal by estimating how much you will need to accumulate for each child based on his or her age. Then, develop a plan and stick with it. If you have time on your side (12 to 18 years), consider investing the majority of your college assets in stocks and equity mutual funds, as these investments have historically provided the greatest long-term
growth potential (of course, past performance can’t guarantee future results). Naturally you should consider the volatility involved with equity investing and your ability to ride out potential fluctuations. As college matriculation nears, you’ll probably want to add or increase a fixed-income element to help balance risk. Also, consider teaching the college-bound student about investing and savings by encouraging that a portion of the money earned through part-time jobs be contributed to the college savings plan. When investing for college, there are several options to consider, though my favorite vehicle is the 529 college savings plan. These statesponsored plans allow individuals to invest in predetermined, professionally managed investment pools. All earnings and distributions are tax free if used for qualified higher education expenses. There is a penalty if funds from a 529 plan are used for non-qualified expenses (such as car payments). If for some reason your student doesn’t need the saved funds (such as a full or
partial scholarship), they can be withdrawn penalty-free (though earnings will be taxed). Or you can change the beneficiary and use the savings for another member of the family. Lifetime contribution limits to 529 plans often exceed $200,000; more than enough to fully fund a four year education at most colleges. In addition, each parent or grandparent can contribute up to $14,000 annually or make a lump sum contribution of $70,000 every five years (up to the plan’s lifetime contribution limit) without triggering gift taxes. There are also no income restrictions, so anyone can contribute to a 529 plan. 529 plans vary widely, with some states offering plans sold through brokers while others are offered direct to the public. Broker-sold plans often come with upfront sales charges and may include ongoing account servicing fees for the broker, too. Plans (including California’s) that are sold direct to the public typically have lower costs which often translate into better long-term results.
Any savings will also affect a child’s eligibility for financial aid, so it’s important to develop a strategy which takes this into consideration. Assets of a child, such as custodial (CUTMA) accounts are weighted more heavily against financial need than are assets of the parents. Grandparents’ assets (including 529 plans that benefit the child) are not considered until a distribution is actually made. Saving for college enables a student to graduate with minimal debt, giving that student a leg up on their own financial success. You can learn more about these plans at www.savingforcollege.com, or by scheduling an appointment with a Certified Financial Planner® professional.
Ms. Steinem also said that everyone she saw at dinner she told, “I’m here representing George Mitrovich.” So you tell me how many men in America can say Gloria Steinem represented them at a dinner? The accomplishments of Gloria Steinem are huge, and she is owed a debt by women everywhere – and, while some men still don’t get it, by men as well. But you should know that despite her immense fame and accomplishments, at times she is troubled in soul because so much credit has come to her for the liberation of women; knowing, as she does, the achievements are not hers alone, that many brave and courageous women have been in this fight, not least Betty Friedan, but it fell to Gloria to be the face of that movement – and thus its signature.
My admiration for Gloria Steinem, the kid out of East Toledo, Ohio, this extraordinary person, so gentle of spirit but whose principles are forged in steel, is unbounded; my affection, no less. Now, as to Kevin Faulconer: I’ve known the mayor for a good while. When I chaired the citizens committee for the new ballpark and for strong mayor government, Kevin was actively engaged in those successful efforts, especially strong mayor. He was for a time a member of The City Club, played in several Mitrovich Memorial Day All-Star Softball Classics, and in all of this I judged him a very good person, with a lovely wife and children. Yes, he’s a Republican. So what? I do not formed my friendships based upon a person political party identity, unless they’re so extreme as to be offensive; Kevin Faulconer is not extreme.
He is moderate to conservative, but his conservatism has historical roots, and is, thereby, intellectually defensible – so much of the Tea Party and right wing hysteria is anything but. Since he worked with us to gain a strong mayor system, will he be a “strong mayor?” I believe he will, and if not, I pledge to remind him of the powers he holds. On the day after the election I sent mayor-elect Faulconer a text message. I told him that in our immediate Mitrovich family, Democrats all, he received five votes. He didn’t get our votes because he’s a Republican. He got our votes because we believe he will be good mayor for our city – and that’s the only thing that matters!
This column is prepared by Rick Brooks, CFA, CFP®, with the assistance of the Financial Planning Association. 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 brooks@bfadvisors. com. Rick and his family live in Mission Hills.
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the Boston Red Sox. She appeared that day, as she is, tall, thin, and beautiful, and as a speaker, in her quite way, as powerful and moving as ever. (Larry Lucchino, the Red Sox president, came early to the luncheon that day, heard Gloria speak, and stayed for Q & A, very uncommon for Larry, but a tribute to Gloria and her standing in our world). Sometime later Kathleen Kennedy Townsend, my great friend in the family, invited me to the Robert F. Kennedy Memorial dinner in New York. I wanted to go, as I never wish to disappoint Kathleen, but as the date neared I knew couldn’t, so I asked Kathleen if Gloria Steinem could come in my place? Kathleen said, “How fun would that be.” Gloria told me she had a wonderful time that night, saw friends she hadn’t seen in years, made new friends, and came up with a new story idea about Mexico.
George Mitrovich is a San Diego civic leader. He may be reached at, gmitro35@gmail.com.
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There is good news on two fronts for Mission Hills’ residents: The Uptown Interim Height Ordinance (IHO) has been extended again and there has been progress on the Uptown community plan update. These developments will advance the goals to protect the character of Mission Hills. Firstly, the San Diego City Council voted unanimously to extend the IHO last November. The IHO provides temporary building height limits of 50 feet in the commercial core area of Mission Hills (along Washington Street and Goldfinch) and 65 feet in Hillcrest, areas where 150 or 200 feet were allowed by existing zoning. The IHO was first enacted in 2008 to prevent taller projects from making an end-run around the community plan update. Extended twice, the IHO was slated to expire this past January if the City Council did not act. Fortunately, with the urging of community groups such as Mission Hills Heritage, the Mission Hills Town Council, the Hillcrest Town Council and many Uptown residents, the City moved the extension through the legislative process, and the extension was voted on before the ordinance expired. This time the extension is coterminous with completion of the community plan update, which means we will not have to lobby for another extension of the IHO!
The long-delayed update of the Uptown community plan has also begun to move forward again. The community plan serves as a blueprint for future development and was last updated in 1988. Last year, Mission Hills Heritage and the Mission Hills Town Council arrived at a joint set of land use recommendations for Mission Hills, which include redefining those areas designated for single family use, multi-family use and mixed commercial/residential use, and the dwelling density levels in those areas. These recommendations are designed to preserve many blocks of single family homes that had been previously zoned for multi-family (including the area south of University Avenue) and would help maintain the historic, lower scale of the commercial core area of Mission Hills. A positive sign emerged when the City released its first draft of the community plan update late last fall which included a planned land use map with our land use and density recommendations. This is a strong indication that the final plan will include our recommendations. On the issue of permanent building height limits, Mission Hills Heritage submitted a set of recommendations to Uptown Planners this past January. The recommendations are for a 50-foot maximum in the com-
mercial core of Mission Hills, with 35 feet in adjacent multifamily areas and 30 feet in adjacent single family areas. Uptown Planners voted to endorse these recommendations, which increases the likelihood that such will be included in the City’s next draft of the community plan, due to be released this April. All of this is good news for those that cherish the historic character of our neighborhood. There are many other important aspects of the community plan, but land A block of Falcon Street, south of University, that should use rules and building be re-zoned to protect the single family homes. heights are two key areas that influence the character and will be included in the final commuappearance of our neighborhood. nity plan. The decisive battle will take Convincing the City to include our place during the approval process at recommendations in the community City Council, sometime in the next plan update has been a longstanding two years. goal of Mission Hills Heritage. HowBarry Hager is a board member of ever, including our recommendations Mission Hills Heritage and has lived with his family in Mission Hills for in the City’s draft of the community fifteen years. plan still does not assure that they
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Roses Remembered by Barb Strona
Although it may be environmentally questionable to have rose gardens, Anita Clevenger, head of the National Rose Foundation, has a profound respect and love for roses, especially those no longer regularly seen. When she spoke at the February meeting of the San Diego Floral Association, Clevenger gave us a visual history of Sacramento’s Historic City Cemetery and the Historic Rose Garden within it. The Garden is dedicated to preserving the internationally recognized collection of found California roses and the Garden’s and roses’ history while educating the public about them. The Garden also enhances the city of Sacramento and its historic City Cemetery. The history of Sacramento burials begins just outside Sutter’s Fort from 1839 until 1849 near the American River. Sutter Fort Burying Ground’s first interment was in 1845, but it was dedicated in 1849 when Captain John A. Sutter donated ten additional acres of land. This burial ground, renamed New Helvetia Cemetery, flooded in January of 1850. From then until 1857, floods precluded more burials. Eventually the city realized that you “don’t put a cemetery on low ground,” as Clevenger explained.
With the river’s proximity and frequent flooding, a graveyard built in the lowlands was a potential health hazard. Nevertheless, it was not closed to burials until 1912. The Sacramento City Cemetery’s history begins in 1849 with Captain John Sutter’s donation of another ten acres of land on high ground. By 1860 Sacramento had a cemetery designed as a Victorian garden. The Victorians loved their roses. Not only did they paint pictures of them and use them for decoration and ornamentation, but frequently they planted bushes in their gardens and at their loved ones’ gravesites. These roses were carefully tended until no one alive knew anything about those in the graves. Eventually Sacramento’s city graveyard, its stones, and its roses suffered from neglect. Between the elements and vandalism, gravestones toppled, broke, or were defaced. Some of the roses, however, survived. When Fred Boutin, a famous botanist and expert rosarian, saw the Sacramento City Cemetery, he could see past the dry, weedy and neglected grounds. Many of the gravestones had carvings of roses and rose buds as well as lambs and doves holding a branch with a rose bud. Boutin felt this was a perfect place for a repository of
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heritage roses that he and others had collected from all over California. In 1992, Sacramento set aside for the rose garden three of the ten acres donated in 1850 by the Sutter family for the cemetery. California roses came from all over the world. The red and dark pink roses probably came from China. Others came from Europe. Settlers carried favorite bushes in their wagons and no doubt planted many on their journeys west. Along the Oregon Trails one finds wild yellow roses such as “Harison’s Yellow.” These may have commemorated the graves of children and others who died during the difficult crossing. With no attention whatsoever, these roses still thrive. Many of these roses are centuries old. Old Blush dates to our Revolution. A pink rose with yellowred and peach tones, it blooms more than once a year and remains green year round. Autumn Damask, a European rose used for its fragrant oils, is a repeat bloomer and a cemetery favorite and may date from Roman times. Fortunately old roses are fairly tough and hardy. Although the city of Sacramento supports the garden by providing
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The Thai New Year will be celebrated and observed from April 9 to 12 at Saffron restaurants on India Street in Mission Hills. Su-Mei Yu, owner of Saffron Thai Grilled Chicken, 3731 India Street, and Saffron Noodles & Sate, at 3737 India Street, will celebrate the New Year with the first Thai Street Food Market of 2014 on Saturday, April 12 from noon to 3 p.m. The Thai Street Food event on the restaurant’s breezy terrace will offer an abundance of mouth-watering and affordable specialties, prepared fresh on the spot, including traditional Thai dishes made from recipes Su-Mei learned as a child in Thailand.
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Loves a Parade The recent San Diego St. Patrick’s Day Parade was well represented by St. Vincent’s school, complete with Principal Sr. Kathleen Walsh leading the float entry, riding in a convertible Shelby Mustang and waving to the large crowd with Irish flags. The school parents and students alike, all busily got to work on the school yard the day before the parade to construct the float with a background of green shimmer and hand cut-outs of the school students as well as rainbow posters of hand
and feet rainbows from the St. Vincent’s Pre-school students. Many students and parents walked with the entry and also rode on the float, proudly waving to the wellreceived crowd. “We had the best-decorated float and the most spirit!” said Principal, Sr. Kathleen Walsh. St. Vincent’s School is a Catholic, co-educational elementary school founded in 1949 in the Mission Hills neighborhood of San Diego and is ccredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.
Teachers, school parents and students share in the festivities of the day.
Student Artwork on Display at the National K-12
Ceramic Art Exhibit
Two Francis Parker Upper School ceramic art students are showing their selected works at the 17th Annual National K-12 Ceramic Exhibition at the Wisconsin Center in Milwaukee. Poway resident Olia Javidi ’17 will be showing Family Tree, a plate with bas-relief while Max Baez from Mission Hills will be showing his Shino glazed tea bowl. Following this exhibition, the students’ artwork will be returned to
Parker for display at the annual Spring Arts Night on Tuesday, May 20. Students with art on display will have the chance to win scholarship money, merit awards, recognition prizes and gift certificates. The National K-12 Ceramics Exhibition was established by ceramics teachers to coincide with the annual National Council on Education in the Ceramics Arts Conference.
Max Baez from Mission Hills will be showing his Shino glazed tea bowl.
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Arts-Infused Professional Development Training from CoTA
Explorer Elementary to Share in $ 600,000 Funding Collaborations: Teachers and Artists (CoTA), a nonprofit professional development organization that pairs teaching artists with elementary school teachers to make the arts a lively, essential, and ongoing aspect of elementary school education, has selected three San Diego County public elementary schools to receive approximately $200,000 each in professional development training. A consortium of individuals and foundations is funding the three-year initiative. Elementary schools Explorer Charter in Point Loma, Park Dale Lane in Encinitas, and Flying Hills in El Cajon were selected as “Beacon Schools.” The project will involve professional development workshops and oneon-one collaborations between artists and teachers over three years. CoTA artists will train classroom teachers and parents in arts-infused instructional methodologies that are aligned with critical thinking and 21st century learning skills. “The goals and methodology of CoTA are designed to enhance creativity, problem solving, student engagement, and communication and are precisely in line with the new Common Core standards,” said Dennis Doyle, executive director of CoTA. Principal Mike Seal of Explorer Charter School echoed the sentiment of each of the principals when he said, “Explorer is thrilled to be collaborating with CoTA and their amazing team of thinkers and artists. Working side-by-side with others who share our emphasis on the whole child, creativity and the arts will fuel our student and adult learning for years to come. We look forward to creating beautiful work together!” Unlike typical artist-in-residence programs, CoTA artists, who include
everything from puppeteers, dancers, and photographers to literary artists and actors, collaborate with individual teachers for three ten-week sessions over the course of three years. During year one, teachers learn how arts integration can enhance and extend student learning in other curricular areas and how to engage multiple intelligences while collaborating with a CoTA artist. In year two, teachers continue to connect arts standards to the California Common Core State Standards while assuming a larger role in directing their class project. By the third year, teachers take the lead while an artist provides coaching and support.
Left to right are Shayna Cribbs (standing), Brooke Newman, Christine Kuhl and Misa Adams of Explorer Charter School staff participating in an introductory CoTA workshop on the use of tableau as an arts integration instructional methodology.
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Celebrates 100 Years Day Long Celebration to Recognize Role in Community
From 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Saturday, April 5, Powers Plumbing invites everyone to celebrate its centennial by attending an Innovation and Restoration Celebration. The 100th year centennial celebration will take place at 1705 West Lewis Street, in Mission Hills in front of Powers Plumbing shop in the West Lewis Shopping District. The event will include local community groups and organizations/exhibits, music, special
mini-walking tours, a photo booth, and lots of opportunities for raffle prizes and fun. The vibrant West Lewis Street shops will also have special offerings to accompany the festivities. Sometime in 1914, Luther Powers moved from Los Angeles and opened up shop downtown in anticipation of the local building boom because of the 1915 Panama Pacific Exposition. In 1917, Powers settled into Mission Hills and moved to 1619 West Lewis Street
(now home to the Music and Mirror Ballet-Center West). Then in 1923, he commissioned master builder Martin V. Melhorn to design and build the now historically designated Spanish Revival shop at the corner of West Lewis and Stephens Street. Powers Plumbing shop/office has remained in continuous operation there ever since. Today, Powers Plumbing stands on the shoulders of giants. It is a plumbing and heating contractor that has survived the century and thrives because of its consistent high quality work and community focus. In 2013, Powers began offering forced heating and air conditioning services besides plumbing, remodeling, gas, sewer and water re-pipes, water heater services, sewer line repair and drain care. “We aim to remain a steadfast and trusted resource in our community,” said Janet O’Dea, president of Powers Plumbing. “The centennial
celebration enables us to reflect upon our legacy, give thanks to our clients and friends and also demonstrate support to one of our favorite local charities, Special Delivery.” Powers Plumbing is asking guests to bring food or donations to support Special Delivery, a local non-profit organization and food bank that serves the medically challenged with food and meal services. In exchange for a donation, participants will get a raffle ticket for chances to win prizes donated from sponsors and local shops in the West Lewis Shopping District. The 100th anniversary celebration will include something for everyone, including music performed by Hot Pstromi, described as a fusion Klezmer band with Gypsy, World Beat and Balkan influences. Lou Fannuchi will also play a solo accordion set. The event is free. For more information, visit www. BestSanDiegoPlumber.com/100.
A vintage truck and a young boy are reminders of the early years of Powers Plumbing.
The staff of Powers Plumbing is eager to share in their 100th Anniversary Celebration.
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“Exploring Sierra Vista,” a docentled tour exploring the history of the homes in this Mission Hills neighborhood, is slated for April 26 from 1-4 p.m. Residences of all sizes and architectural styles are featured in the 90-minute tour. Sponsored by Mission Hills Heritage (MHH), tickets are $10 for MHH members
and $15 for non-members, and can be purchased the day of the tour at Espresso Mio on Fort Stockton Drive in Mission Hills from 12:30 p.m. Tours leave every 15 minutes. Comfortable walking shoes are advised and refreshments are included. Visit www.MissionHillsHeritage.org or call 619.497.1193.
An excellent Spanish Eclectic architectural style home from 1923 was designed by Master Architect William Templeton Johnson. Photo is courtesy of Debbie Quillin.
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This is a rare opportunity to ride in an authentic stage coach on the very trail that passengers rode over a hundred years ago. The 30 to 45 minute journey starts at the Warner-Carrillo Ranch House where you will enjoy an in-depth guided tour before or after your ride out to the adobe ruins of the Kimball Wilson Store. The stagecoach ride takes place from noon to 3 p.m., Sunday, May 4 at 29181 San Felipe Road in Warner Springs, CA 92086. Before your overland stage ride pulled by two beautiful Belgian draft horses, enjoy a tour guided by knowledgeable docents of one of California’s most historic sites. Built in 1857, the Warner-Carrillo Ranch House served as the Butterfield Stage Stop and was California’s first regular overland stage connection with St. Louis. With its multilayered history, the adobe ranch house tells the story of the emigrant trail, the overland stage, and the prominent ranching history of the area. Tickets must be purchased in advance by calling 619.297.9327 or visit www.sohosandiego.org.
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From 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Wednesday, April 9, 2014, Mission Hills Books & Collectibles, located at 4054 Goldfinch Street, San Diego 92103, is hosting Ryan Winfield, the New York Times bestselling author of multiple books, including his most recent, “Jane’s Melody” (Atria Books). In this sexy but touching love story that will leave you both tantalized and in tears, “Jane’s Melody” follows a forty-year old woman on a romantic journey of rediscovery after years of struggling alone. Sometimes, our greatest gifts come from our greatest pain. And now Jane must decide if it’s too late for her to start over, or if true love really knows no limits. This special introductory event costs $15 per person (add $15 for signed book) to launch an exciting new series, Lit & Libations, which is designed especially for men and women who have A Reading Problem You Love to Wine About. Enjoy
Ryan Whitfield is the author of “Jane’s Melody.”
an engaging book discussion, Q&A, and book signing with a fabulous author (the “Lit”), share a glass of wine and light appetizers with fellow reading enthusiasts (the “Libations”), socialize, network with other readers and authors, and see how books can indeed connect people and communities.
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Kelly and Shelly
Form an Ideal Team
by Patty Ducey-Brooks
This past month I got to meet Shelly Madruga of Point Loma, who has formed a business partnership with Kelly Kraus, proprietor of Rare Bird Consignment House in Mission Hills Kraus made an official announcement in March 2014 about their partnership, “For those of you who have worked with Shelly here in the past, you know how talented and hard-working
she is. I have had the pleasure of knowing Shelly for close to 20 years now, and I know how fortunate I am to work with such a kind, intelligent and committed friend.” Madruga shared with me that she has worked in the field of advertising as a graphic designer. Kraus says her graphic design background and appreciation for art (they met at a painting class) has only strengthened
their commitment to running a business that is about balance, scale, design, texture, color and aesthetics. Madruga also commented about Kraus’ amazing talent and skill to create vignettes that complement all the items on display and for sale at Rare Bird Consignment House. Madruga offered that Kraus’ ability
do this is what makes the store a great place to explore and connect with vintage to contemporary items. It’s a treasure trove. Rare Bird is open every day from 10 a.m. to 5 p m. at 1918 Fort Stockton Drive. Call 619.450.6500 for information, or visit, www.rarebirdconsignment.com.
Shelly Madruga (left) and Kelly Kraus have embarked on a partnership.
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MO`OLELO Mo`olelo is proud to partner with Pacific Arts Movement to present the San Diego premiere of the “18 Mighty Mountain Warriors” in their latest sketch comedy theatrical show. Performances are April 18 and 20, 2014 at UltraStar Cinemas, 7510 Hazard Center Drive, #100, San Diego, 92108. What is “18 Mighty Mountain Warriors,” you ask? It is like Comedy Central’s “Key and Peele” if they were Asian Americans. It’s like Saturday Night Live would be if they ever hired Asian Americans. It’s like “Mad TV” if Bobby Lee was every member of the cast! Okay, so now you get the picture: it’s comedy with an Asian American flair. And trust us, there’s lots to laugh about when it comes to Asians. The Warriors comic duo of Michael Chih Ming Hornbuckle and Greg Watanabe (and special guest stars Jully Lee and Albert Park) probe and sniff along the Pacific Rim for the funniest topics. Japan and Korea arguing over hosting the World Cup 2002? Dating in the Asian world…is that an oxymoron? Yup, the Warriors do a comedic slam dunk on all these topics and much more. Together since 1994, the “18 Mighty Mountain Warriors” have performed from New York to Los Angeles, from Hong Kong to Vancouver. They were named by the San Francisco Bay Guardian as the Bay Area’s Best comedy troupe in 2005 and were Sketch Comedy Champions in 2006 and 2010. Inspired by groups such as Monty Python’s Flying Circus, Culture Clash, SNL, and Kids in the Hall, their irreverent style of sketch comedy ranges from slapstick to political. Content Guide: Appropriate for high school age and older. There will be some swear words. No nudity, and probably no gunshots. Audiences will really hear nothing worse than they can watch on HBO. Discounted group rates are available and only valid for reservations made at least 24 hours in advance online or over the phone. They are not valid for purchases at the door on the day of the performance. Please e-mail Taylor Wycoff at taylor@moolelo.net for more information about booking your group. To purchase tickets over the phone, call 619.400.5911.
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Greg Watanabe and Michael Chih Ming Hornbuckle try to prove that Asian men can jump. Photo by Michael Palma.
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British playwright Lionel Goldstein (“Halpern and Johnson”) creates another riveting twocharacter masterpiece, perfect for North Coast Rep’s intimate stage. In this taut and witty drama filled with revelations of love affairs, dreams and the founding of Israel, layers are peeled away to reveal the deep hearts of two caring and compassionate human beings. There is a mysterious connection between Gustav Frolich, an eighty-year-old Holocaust survivor and Jane Stirling, a sixty-two year-old widow as their debate reveals how different and yet how similar they are. Be among the first to see this world premiere. Artistic Director David Ellenstein will direct Apollo Dukakis and Rosina Reynolds in “Mandate
Memories.” The design staff includes Marty Burnett (scenic design), Matt Novotny (light design), Alina Bokovikova (costume design), Melanie Chen (sound design), Benjamin Cole (props), Peter Herman (hair and wig design) and Cindy Rumley (stage manager). “Mandate Memories” previews begin Wednesday, April 9 and runs through May 9. Opening Night on Saturday, April 12 at 8 p.m. includes a post-show reception. There will be a special talkback on April 18, with the cast and director. North Coast Repertory Theatre is located at 987 Lomas Santa Fe Drive, Suite D, Solana Beach, CA 92075. Call 858.481.1055 or visit www.northcoastrep.org to purchase tickets.
Old Globe Theatre “Time and the Conways,” by J.B. Priestley and directed by Rebecca Taichman, opens April 3 and runs through May 4 at the Donald and Darlene Shiley Stage, Conrad Prebys Theatre Center. The curtain rises on a gorgeous English country home in 1919 in the middle of a game of blind man’s bluff played by the young Conway family at a birthday party with their friends. Flash forward to 1937 in the same house: the grown children have gathered to settle family accounts in a world not so bright as
it was. “Time and the Conways,” by the author of “An Inspector Calls,” is just the kind of theatrical gem Globe audiences love to rediscover, with the kind of sumptuous period scenery, costumes, and artistry for which The Old Globe is renowned.
From left to right, Leanne Agmon appears as Carol Conway, Kim Martin-Cotten as Mrs. Conway, and Amanda Quaid as Kay Conway in J.B. Priestley’s. Photo is by Ken Jacques.
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Mo`olelo Performing Arts Company San Diego’s award-winning theatre, Mo`olelo Performing Arts Company, recently announced the selection of Lydia Fort as its new executive artistic director. Fort is an experienced director in New York with additional regional directing, teaching and producing experience. She will join the company in mid-May. Currently, Fort is assistant professor at the City College of New York where she teaches undergraduate theatre courses. Since joining CCNY, Fort created a number of new theatre courses and designed an Arts for Social Transformation Program. With a very strong background in artistic leadership, cultural diversity, social responsibility and administration, Fort has directed numerous workshops and readings. Fort is currently a Time Warner Foundation Fellow at the Women’s ProjectTheatre. She was a Drama League Fellow and a Theatre Communications Group New Generations Future Leaders Grantee. In addition, Fort was a member of the US delegation to the 2011 International Theatre Institute’s World Congress in China. “Lydia’s theatre and administrative experience, depth of artistic vision and commitment to consensus organizing is an extraordinary match for Mo`olelo’s mission and will allow us to continue to provide accessible and meaningful
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theatre experiences to historically underserved members of our community,” commented Alison Whitelaw, president of Mo`olelo Performing Arts Company’s Board of Trustees. In accepting the EAD position, Fort said, “I am thrilled to be joining Mo`olelo and the San Diego theatre community. Mo`olelo’s vision to integrate community, social issues and diversity in its work makes it unique. I look forward to the company’s upcoming 10th anniversary and helping launch it into its next exciting decade.” The national search committee was led by Jerry Hoffmeister, board vice president who stated, “Lydia is a recognized arts leader whose work experience demonstrates her passion to enrich Mo`olelo’s mission of telling powerful stories with a socialjustice consciousness to empower underrepresented communities in mainstream American theater.” Fort replaces Seema Sueko, cofounder and former Executive Artistic Director who led the company with great distinction for the past nine years. She is recognized nationally as a pioneer in building community outreach and presenting important, sociallysensitive plays by playwrights of color featuring diverse artists. Sueko recently joined the Pasadena Playhouse as the Associate Artistic Director.
Lydia Fort photo, courtesy of Hosea Johnson
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Writer/director Jim Jarmusch’s “Only Lovers Left Alive” tells the tale of two fragile and sensitive vampires, Adam (Tom Hiddleston) and Eve (Tilda Swinton), who have been lovers for centuries. Both are cultured intellectuals with an all-embracing passion for music, literature and science, who have evolved to a level where they no longer kill for sustenance, but still retain their innate wildness. Adam, a reclusive underground musician hiding out in the ruins of contemporary Detroit, despairs about human civilization’s decline, and worries about future survival. Eve, who is perhaps 3,000 years old to Adam’s 500, takes a longer view of history and is more optimistic. She leaves her home in the ancient city of Tangier to come to his side. As blood has been tainted by the zombies (humans), the formerly immortal Adam and
Eve must secure uncontaminated blood from hospitals or they will perish. Adam and Eve’s precarious footing is further threatened by the uninvited arrival of Eve’s carefree and uncontrollable little sister Ava (Mia Wasikowska). Unlike Adam and Eve, Ava hasn’t yet learned to tame her wilder instincts, and her recklessness concerns Adam. Driven by sensual photography, trance-like music, and droll humor, “Only Lovers Left Alive” is a meditation on art, science, memory, and the mysteries of everlasting love. Also starring John Hurt and Jeffrey Wright, “Only Lovers Left Alive” open April 18 at Landmark’s Hillcrest Cinemas is 123 minutes long and Rated R. 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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by Laura Walcher
If you can read this, you are appreciably literate. Not so for nearly 200,000 adults and children in San Diego who cannot read. While illiterate adults and children get plenty of help from the San Diego County on Literacy (SDCOL) year ‘round, on May 14 they’ll get even more via the organization’s 5th annual, “Eat. Drink. Read. A Culinary Event for Literacy.” “Traveling Stories” (TS) is the SDCOL’s newbie in their family of county-wide programs. There, Emily Moberly oversees a small staff and plenty of volunteers who make it their business to read to children in “story tents” – free, easy, enjoyable. Story Tents, she says, helps kids develop strong literacy skills, confidence in their ability to read – and a love for reading. Those go a long way to combat the ills of illiteracy. We wanted to hear more LW: Welcome to the San Diego Council on Literacy network. What took you so long? EM: Thank you. I’m so glad TS is finally at a stage where I can devote more time to these partnerships! My story starts with my own love for reading—the way that books put the whole world in the palm of my hand. Through reading I had great adventures and met extraordinary people. I explored the jungles of India; helped establish schools in remote Afghanistan; took my first trip to Africa. And, reading made me want real life adventures of my own. After college, I moved to Honduras to teach high school English – a place with almost no access to reading material. When I saw how the lack of books impacted my students. I decided on a solution – at least a start. So, when I went home for Christmas, I gathered up 40 books, which became, “Ms. Moberly’s Library. LW: What motivated you to establish TS, you’re still a teacher? EM: I’m actually not a teacher; my background is in journalism and business. In Honduras, it was realizing that kids around the world do not have access to books that motivated me to start TS. I wanted to give a voice to the voiceless, to invest in kids’ imaginations, believing
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that books strengthen minds and inspire dreams. They also help people overcome the obstacles that prevent them from becoming their best selves. Rather than through journalism, it turns out I am doing it, instead, through books. LW: In seven other countries you’ve established libraries. Busy! Here, what does a typical TS program consist of? EM: Locally, our program is the Story Tent. It’s really simple, but kids love it. We have tents at Farmers’ Markets and encourage kids to read to volunteers for “book bucks.” The kids can then spend their book bucks on prizes. This motivates kids to read, and it also teaches them basics about money management. Our Story Tent in City Heights has about 40 kids every Saturday morning; on May 1, we’ll launch a second at the El Cajon Farmers’ Market. Last year, over 300 kids read with us. We also offer a Story Tent (ST) affiliate opportunity for people who want to use our model to start a ST in their own neighborhood. A cool aspect about the program is that most of the kids read to us. (Volunteers read to kids who cannot read yet.) We’ve created a safe, relaxed environment where kids are not afraid of messing up or getting a bad grade. As a result, they not only get better at reading but they gain confidence, and, they read in their spare time. LW: Who are the children you’re reading to? EM: We focus on communities where kids lack access to books or who are considered lowincome or at-risk. One of the reasons that kids here and at our international libraries know about us is because of our consistency. We try not to miss any weeks of the Story Tent, and our international libraries are open the same time every day – no matter what! This allows us to become part of the kids’ routine. Families come to the Famers’ Markets because their kids can’t wait to read at the Tents. LW: How strongly do you think – or have found – that poverty and illiteracy are connected?
Rock & Roll Retreat
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In preparation for the Annual San Diego Rock n’ Roll Marathon, runners are carb loading, selecting tinted shades and the right sun block, training and getting mentally and physically psyched for the gun-shot fired start to the 26.2 mile race. And they are reminded of the day itself: focused, blood rushing, pulse beating, ears tuned to feet pounding and bands playing. Visually they set their site on mile markers, water stations, and the very desirous objective: the finish line. After such an exhausting trek all your body wants is to crash, eat, drink and lounge. Being catered to is even a bigger draw for these athletes and the crowds they draw. To celebrate a victory well deserved, runners and their guests will be treated like royalty. From noon to 8 p.m., Sunday, June 1, 2014, Production l Two77 is hosting a “post-athon” that includes massages, beauty services (such as hair, make-up, nails, hand and arm massages) and butlers will serve food and drinks with entertainment by the band Caught a Ghost. There will also be celebrity sightings, raffles, VIP bags, a DJ, and synchronized swimmers, that all takes place at one of the best views in downtown San Diego: the Manchester Grand Hyatt Kin Spa deck. Cost is $47.00 for runners and $97.00 for guests. To attend, please visit Sdafterparty.com. PresidioSentinel.com
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Emily Moberly, third from left, is pictured with her Honduras’ students.
EM: I’ve found there is a strong correlation. Literacy is the cornerstone for all learning— fundamental for participation in today’s global society. Imagine not being able to read your medicine label, or a note that your child brings home from their teacher or instructions for filling out an application? More than 793 million people across the globe cannot read and write. In today’s world, two-thirds of illiterates are female and more than 90 percent live in developing countries. I believe that this relatively small investment in human capital (the human brain) can more than pay for itself. LW: Do you follow up with the children you read to (i.e. any outcomes research)? EM: Parents say that their kids are doing better in school – with their grades and their behavior. We are putting more emphasis on collecting outcomes data, so we will hopefully know more about the impact our programs are having. LW: You seek donations, of course, and volunteers? EM: We rely on volunteers for everything. While our opportunities involving kids are most popular, we also need administrative, technological and fundraising assistance. Please visit our website to learn more (www. travelingstories.org). “Eat. Drink. Read. A Culinary Event for Literacy,” (May 14) will benefit “Traveling Stories” along with the SDCOL’s other programs. Tickets are $60 per person. For event information, visit www.eatdrinkread.org.
Kathy Najimy
to Headline 15 th Annual Tea & Tonic Event
Center for Community Solutions (CCS), a non-profit agency that offers a complete range of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse prevention and intervention services, announced that its annual “Tea & Tonic” event will be held from 1 to 4 p.m., Wednesday, April 23 at The Grand Del Mar Resort. CCS welcomes Kathy Najimy as the celebrity keynote speaker. Najimy is best known for her hilarious comedy in over 20 films, including the blockbusters “Sister Act and Sister Act 2.” Najimy was born in San Diego, California, the daughter of Lebanese American parents Samia (née Massery) and Fred Najimy, a postal worker. She was raised Catholic and attended Crawford High School. Tickets can be purchased online at www.ccssd.org. For more information, contact CCS at 858.272.5777, ext. 151.
Kathy Najimy attended Crawford High School in San Diego.
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I’m Ready, Coach. by Charlotte Tenney, MA Integrative Health
Lots of recent health research has centered on the psycho-social aspects of what predicts our well-being. One study found that a person’s weight is often predicted by their social network; slim folks hang out with others who are trim and heftier people gravitate toward friends of similar girth. Other research shows the importance of a social support group for making lifestyle changes, whether it is something as big as a smoking cessation or as routine as a partner for exercise. So, it comes as no surprise that a recent development in business is in health/nutrition coaching. Let’s face it, the doctors who advise us to change our eating habits simply don’t have the time to make themselves available to explain to us how to get it done. I got a chance to meet one of these new professionals and learn about what is now available. Mary Hyde is a Health/Nutrition Coach in a business called We Are WELL (Wholesome, Empowered & Living Life: www.we-are-WELL. com ). After a lifetime seeming to be well, she was blind-sided by cancer. She found that there was nowhere to turn for specific answers about how to support her own healing process. She survived the cancer and the treatment only to get diagnosed with diabetes. It was then that she admitted that that stress had taken its toll. These events prompted her to undertake a complete change of focus, go back to school at the Institute of Integrative Nutrition, correct the course of her own life and start a business helping others. She provides the personal and detail-oriented contact that cannot be found in a medical setting.
Her clients can choose from ongoing groups with weekly presentations on topics of “Health, Weight & Wellness,” or Personal Wellness coaching by phone and in person. She even makes house calls. In addition to that, she hosts a walking group and monthly free Diabetes Wellness presentations that often feature expert guest speakers. Hyde keeps up on the current research for evidence-based findings on selfmanagement of health condition, much of which makes its way into her blog, along with healthy recipes and encouragement to continue making small steps towards the goal of vitality. She makes a personal commitment to the health of her clients and is a shining example of how it can work. Mary Hyde can help you to craft a program of meals, I asked Hyde if she had words herbs, supplements, exercise and thought patterns of wisdom to share. She had two that put you back in the game to play. comments: “Never give up on finding Hippocrates, the father of modern medicine, answers for you own health, regardless of age.” And, “Understanding nutrition can save your life.” Hyde stated “Let food be your medicine.” Health coaches, is fairly representative of the kind of people I meet such as Mary Hyde, do just that. They can help you when talking to health and/or nutrition coaches. She to craft a program of meals, herbs, supplements, translates her personal observations and insights into exercise and thought patterns that put you back in a customized plan that includes both short and long the game to play. Instead of going it alone, do what term goals, both physical and emotional approaches has been proven to work and associate yourself and a consistently positive message about your ability with those who have already become as healthy as to progress. It is this kind of coaching that makes you wish to be. Science is on your side. And, so is all the difference in succeeding in the long term in Hyde. You play better when you have a coach. making lifestyle modifications.
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Trust Life. Pay Attention by Cath DeStefano
Trust life. What?!? But if I don’t plan my life who will? 3900 Cleveland Avenue • San Diego, CA 92103 Don’t I have to have goals? Phone: (619) 295-4146 The idea is: don’t try to plan and goal life to death. Goals Regular Sunday Schedule are fine. Just leave openings 8:55 a.m. Contemporary Worship 11:00 a.m. Traditional Worship for other things to happen. I know. This strikes horror in the For information, call or visit our web site -- www.univchristianchurch.com hearts of control freaks… You may also visit us on Facebook Trust there are forces at work that seem to be looking out for our highest good. As in, thank goodness I did not marry the men along my life who I thought I couldn’t live without! The goal in my MARCH 2014 Display Ad for Presidio Sentinalmind? I was walking down the Please send Invoice to University Christian Church aisle with each of them. 3900 Cleveland Avenue Luckily, life had other plans San Diego, CA 92103 for me. Pnone: 619-295-44146 I’ve taught myself to let go of having to direct my entire life, most days. I’ve seen too much good out of learning to cooperate with life rather than control it. But by all means, let us pay attention when our lives are trying to get our attention. An Open and Affirming Congregation
Especially when our life is repeatedly saying “Oh yoooooo hoooooo! We’re trying to tell you something….” For example: When you have a message playing over and over again in your mind. “I need a break.” Do you? Need a break? Pay attention. Trust. Pay attention. That’s the trick. Knowing when to hold on and work it and when to let go and let life work it out.
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Jeff Black Releases Folklore April 1 by Richard Cone
Singer/songwriter Jeff Black is pleased to announce the release of his upcoming album, “Folklore” on April 1, 2014. “Folklore” is the eleventh album from Black, a respected and pioneering influence on modern folk and roots music for more than three decades. “Folklore” closely follows the back to back critically acclaimed releases “Plow Through The Mystic” and last year’s “B-Sides and Confessions,” “Volume Two.” Black’s 2013 release was praised by “Folk & Acoustic Music Exchange” as “One of those wonderful seemingly unassuming riches that kind of sneaks its way into your consciousness and won’t leave... an outstanding piece of work.” No Depression hailed, “His words and voice hold down center stage with a craft so deeply in the artistic pocket that it obscures anything outside.” His latest work “Folklore” delivers a new chapter of moving and soulful songs from this lauded storyteller. Recorded at Black’s Arcana Studios and mixed by Dave Sinko (Chris Thile & the Punch Brothers, Sam Bush Band, Don Williams), “Folklore” resonates with Black’s consistently solid songwriting — where verse and melody inspire a movie in your mind, eliciting universal emotions that connect us all. The title and the title track, “Folklore” are both testaments to this connectedness. “Folklore” — as its namesake suggests — is a true bare bones folk album, and by definition, is a collection of traditions and stories that highlight Black’s role as both a songwriter and performer. Black wrote every song and recorded the studio performances with an intentional sparseness and urgency, without overdubs and time codes. A five
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string banjo, six and 12 string acoustic guitars and a harmonica create the soundtrack to the visuals evoked across the album’s 13 tracks. “Folklore” is Black’s most traditional folk album to date, a contemporary folk collection of songs that tell vivid stories full of narrative and history, where voice and instrumentation interplay seamlessly with the lyric content. The album Jeff Black photo courtesy of ytimg.com. cover features an archival family photo of Black’s father and uncle, further driven live performances of songs from his vast cementing the authenticity of the roots Black draws catalog are not to be missed. Folklore is the 10th release from the prolific from on this project Thirty years of celebrated live performances songwriter. Recorded over a 2 day period in and songs covered by artists as diverse as Alison Nashville, Tennessee at Arcana Studios, Jeff Black Krauss, Waylon Jennings, Sam Bush, Jerry arms himself with a guitar, harmonica and a banjo Douglas, John Oates, Blackhawk and Dierks to traverse the clay-dust roads that trace the cutting Bentley, Jeff Black is recognized as a pioneer edge of pop culture, delivering a collection of in the modern music industry. Boston s WUMB modern folk and acoustic classics. On a final note, this will be my last column listeners voted Jeff Black as one of the top 100 for the Presidio Sentinel. I’m grateful for the last most important Folk artists of the last 25 years. After critically acclaimed commercial releases seven years of writing this column. Thanks to Patty on label homes, fan favorite independent Ducey-Brooks, my editor, for being such a pleasure releases on his own Lotos Nile Music imprint, to work with over the years. And, finally, keep song placement on numerous independent films, supporting that local music in San Diego. We have Black continues to evolve as an influential artist dozens of great venues and they need your support on the who’s who list of post-alt troubadours. A to keep San Diego a stellar city for live music. master songwriter and performer in the tradition of the great storytellers, his passionate, soul
at the Epicentre April 19
by Richard Cone
Twenty-four year old Travis Tatum Mills (aka T.Mills) has been able to turn a laptop musical experimentation in his bedroom into national tours (alongside Breathe Carolina, We The Kings and Sammy Adams among others) and a deal with Columbia Records, all in just over two years. In March 2012, Mills received a 2012 MTV Woodie Award nomination for best new artist. His viral hit single “Vans On” went to top 30 at Rhythm radio, and saw Mills playing to thousands of fans daily on the 2012 Vans Warped Tour. Over the past few years he has amassed a dedicated and loyal fan base with over 45 million cumulative YouTube views, 1 Million Facebook fans and 260,000 Twitter followers.
Supporting Mills on the tour is BlackBear and Mod Sun on select dates. Hollywood’s Blackbear is support for the first half of the tour as he gears up to release his new album “The Afterglow,” due out April 20th. Mod Sun joins on the remainder of the dates and will spread his music dripping in positivity as he preps the release of his debut album “Hippy Hop” in May 2014. Mills will hit the road this month in support of his new single, “All I Wanna Do.” The “All I Wanna Do Tour,” presented by YNG FVS, kicks off in Santa Barbara and will wrap up in Los Angeles in April. T. Mills will do one show in San Diego on April 19 at the Epicentre, 8450 Mira Mesa Blvd, doors open at 7 p.m. and tickets are $17.00 to $20.00.
Travis Tatum Mills is performing at Epicentre on April 19, 2014.
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theme, with a staff of people from all over the world … and all on the same day. Later, he also worked with Bradley Ogden at Lark Creek Inn. When creating recipes, Pleau focuses on freshness and quality. He goes right to the sources—the growers, the farmers, the fishermen. The meat and seafood are fresh – the veggies are picked at points of peak ripeness. To keep things fresh, the menu is changed seasonally, four times a year. Pleau loves to teach and mentor. He enjoys helping younger chefs grow and develop in The lobster flatbread is crispy with a deep meaty flavor. skill and expertise. So much for the focus on taste. Then, preparation The restaurant also offers a “chefs table” expemethods were developed and portions sized to meet rience and three private meeting rooms. Audiothe calorie requirements. visual equipment is available. Think of it, wonderful food, guilt free! What The Headquarters is just east of Seaport Village, could be better! with its own unique shopping opportunities and Well, there’s wine pairing. To add to the dining acres of parking. Seasons 52 offers validation for experience, the restaurant offers 100 wine selections, parking, only $3 for two hours. with 60 available by the glass. Wines offered are The local managing partner is Corey Halcomb, carefully chosen from who brings lots of experience to the task. The a worldwide review for executive chef at the location, responsible to quality. Wine flights of bring Pleau’s and his own culinary ideas to life, is three pours allow diners James Woodfork. to choose, sample, and Woodfork’s background includes the CIA and try something new. works locally at Lou & Mickey’s Steakhouse and Seasons 52 opened Maggiano’s Little Italy. two locations in San The restaurant was full of diners enjoying their Diego. The first, in La meals when I arrived. Seated within view of the Jolla at UTC, has devel- open kitchen, I was immediately delighted by oped a strong follow- the lobster flatbread that was presented. The ing, given the delightful crust was thin, wonderfully crispy and had a menu, the shopping and deep lobster flavor. entertainment opportuThe dinner menu is presented on a single page, nities around the cor- with dishes described clearly. Some of the favorite ner, and the acres of dishes include cedar plank roasted salmon, free parking. caramelized sea scallops, wood-roasted pork The second loca- tenderloin, mesquite-grilled garlic shrimp and tion is at The Head- saffron risotto, grilled lamb T-bone chops and the quarters, a new enter- oak-grilled filet mignon. tainment complex so The salmon was fresh and beautifully named because it is prepared, singed on the outside and moist on the old headquarters the inside. The maple glazed all-natural roasted of the San Diego Po- half chicken was presented with a bouquet The maple-glazed, all-natural roasted chicken came with winter vegetables. lice Department. The of winter vegetables, tasty, crisp and meaty. restaurant itself is lo- Chicken is chicken; but this was CHICKEN! cated in the former The meal’s coup de grace’ was the dessert. police garage that I wondered how good a dessert can be when was once filled with limited to 475 calories. The answer—terrific. police cars and mo- Five desserts are brought to the table in a torcycles. It has dra- five cup holder. Each cup contains a different matic high ceilings, offering, such a tropical cheesecake, key lime arches, brick and pie, and Belgian style chocolate rocky road (nut beams, creating a re- free). Again—dessert without guilt. The portions markable ambiance are small but satisfying. for dining. On some Seasons 52 is great for calorie conscious diners evenings, entertain- but its appeal transcends to all who are looking ment is offered on a for tasty, seasonal quality dining with possible rotating bar located great wine pairings. Yet, for all that, prices are in the front corner of surprisingly moderate. the interior. A large Reservations are recommended. Seasons 52 at patio offers outdoor The Headquarters is located at 789 West Harbor dining while caressed Drive. Call 619.702.0052 for information and by cool breezes off reservations. Seasons 52 at UTC is located at the bay that is only 4505 La Jolla Village Drive. Call 858.450.1252 a couple of hundred for information and reservations. yards away.
Dieting is difficult. Very few people like to do it. At its best – and maybe at its worst – it requires motivation, self control, and self deprivation of many of one’s favorite foods. The difficulty is perhaps why our country has one of the world’s highest obesity rates. But, now there’s help. A relatively new restaurant concept has opened in San Diego where no item on the menu exceeds 475 calories. Amazingly, reduced calories do not require reduced taste. The dishes are full of flavor. Seasons 52 is a relatively new restaurant concept that has grown in less than 10 years to more than 35 locations around the country. It is owned by Darden Restaurants, an enterprising company which creates or buys exciting dining concepts and develops them into major brands. Some of the local brands owned by Darden include Red Lobster, Olive Garden and Yard House. Darden’s marketing research showed that there was a great reservoir of demand for dining on fresh, seasonal ingredients that were prepared and presented with fewer calories. The concept was born. The company recruited Clifford Pleau as executive chef to develop recipes and train staff, a job he loves. Pleau is a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America (the “other CIA”). He has directed kitchens in restaurants at major hotel chains, including Ritz Carlton. He has also worked for Disney. He helped open the EuroDisney theme park and the Disneyland Hotel in Paris. He once helped open 65 different restaurants, each with a different
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April 2014 Ongoing Every Friday & Saturday
n NCT Mainstage at 3717 India Street, San Diego, at 7:30 p.m. and 9:45 p.m. is the longest continuously running show in San Diego history; NCT provides high-octane, highly-interactive and hysterical shows that are clean, and appropriate for all audiences. Guests pick the games, suggest scenarios, help call the fouls, and then ultimately decide which team is the evening’s winner. General admission is $15: $12 for students/seniors/military. For tickets, directions and more info, visit www.nationalcomedy.com
Thru April 6
n Reuben H Fleet Science Center in Balboa Park at 1875 El Prado, San Diego, is proud to present the West Coast premiere of GUITAR: The Instrument That Rocked the World, a new exhibition that has it all: Music, Technology, Science, Video, History, Pop culture, Games, Entertainment. The guitar is the single most enduring icon in American history. For information, visit www.rhfleet.org/exhibitions/guitar.
April 10 thru May 11
n Young Scientist Session 7: Big Blue Ocean takes advantage of our coastal world to go Under the Sea, become Marine Biologists, plunder A Pirate’s Life and enjoy a Beach Day! Preschoolers age 3-5 (and a parent) explore the scientific wonders of the world through experimentation, investigation and scientific questioning. Four 4-week sessions run monthly. Limited to eight students per class, Thursday, Friday Saturday or Sunday morning, 9 to 10:30 a.m. See more at www.rhfleet.org/events/young-scientists.
Thru April 11
n Taboo Studio, located at 1615 ½ West Lewis Street, San Diego, Presents Of Two Minds – Featuring the work of Helen Shirk and Brooks Marks-Swanson. For hours and information, please call 619.692.0099.
Thru April 30
n While the Cabrillo Bridge is being retrofitted, the museums and The Old Globe at the west end of the park will remain open and active, offering – as always – must-see exhibits and shows. “Our Balboa Park West End has something for everyone”, said Michael Murphy, managing director of The Old Globe. From folk art to mummies, paintings to sculptures, theatre to workshops – we’ve got it all.
Thru May 5
n The San Diego State University would like you to enjoy the World Music Series which spins the globe each week, expanding your knowledge of the world’s people through their music. All performances are in Smith Recital Hall on the SDSU Campus and are open to public. Tickets are $15, general admission and $12, students, seniors (60+) and groups of 10 or more. For upcoming performances, visit www.musicdance.sdsu.edu.
Thru May 2014
n theNAT, San Diego Natural History Museum, at 1788 El Prado, San Diego, wants you to join the Summer Camp where you will learn about science, fun, and friendship. Discover dinosaurs, set sail with pirates, and explore nature’s wonders. Now offering half-day camps for pre-K and kindergarten, a full-day schedule for grades 1-5, and grades 6-8. Please call 619.255.0210 or 877.946.7797, or register in-person at the Museum.
Thru June 2014
n Canyoneers are San Diego Natural History Museum volunteers trained to teach appreciation of plants and animals in southern California through free guided nature hikes that are open to the public. Download the brand new brochure listing the hikes throughout San Diego County. Some locations may require parking fees; check website or brochure for details. For more information, visit www.sdnat.org
April 2
n Robin Henkel Band with Horns! & Whitney Shay at ArtLab Studios, 8 to 10 p.m. by donation, all ages, at 3536 Adams Avenue, Normal Heights; call 619.283.1151 for information.
April 3
n Claim Jumper San Diego, located at 12384 Carmel Mtn. Rd., from 5 to 9 p.m. Restaurant and Law Enforcement Officers hope to Raise Funds to Benefit Special Olympics. Officers will Serve as Celebrity Waiters for Tip-A-Cop® Fundraiser with the goal of raising thousands of dollars for the Special Olympics. All tips are tax-deductible and support sports training and competition for children and adult with intellectual disabilities. For information, visit www. specialolympics.org or www.claimjumper.com.
April 4 & 5
n Monarch School Announces Sponsors for 200 Mile Ragnar Race to Benefit Homeless Students. 2014 marks the third year that Monarch School has organized a fundraiser around the popular Ragnar Relay Series. The annual 200 mile race, an overnight relay-style run following a coastal course from Huntington Beach to San Diego, has become one of the most popular races in the region. To become a sponsor contact Jerry Russell at 619.200.5308 or ragnarsponsorship@ mnonarchschools.org. For more information, visit www. monarchschools.org.
April 4 & 11
n Fish Fry dinners during Lent at St. Vincent’s Parish Hall, (downstairs) at 4077 Ibis Street, from 4 to 5 p.m. For all you Early Bird eaters this is a price reduction meal-deal. The menu sounds great fresh fish, baked or fried, coleslaw, fresh dinner rolls, French fries and desert, soft drinks, beer and wine available with a separate donation. Meal will be served until 7:30 p.m. Proceeds from these dinners (after expenses), are shared with St Vincent’s School. Enjoy a fabulous meal at a great price, whose profits go to our school.
April 5 & 6
n Spanish Village Art Center will be hosting a Weekend Artshops at 1770 Village Place, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, there will be different workshops throughout the day. You can start with polymer clay, ceramics, Chinese brush, painting, drawing, masking and ending with assemblage. Download registration form & class descriptions at Kathi Vargo – vargourds@ yahoo.com. Select 1 or more classes at $35 per class. n The Garfield Theatre located at the Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center; 4126 Executive Drive in La Jolla, will host the San Diego Gay Men’s Chorus at their new show, Wow! The Chorus Sings the ‘90s. Tickets are now available
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April 6
n The San Diego History Center (SDHC) located at Casa De Balboa, Balboa Park, 1649 El Prado, Suite #3, San Diego will hold its annual “Makers of San Diego History” tribute aboard the USS Midway Museum from 6:30 – 10 p.m. The annual tribute honors a “person, business, or industry that has made history in their own time” and raises funds for SDHC’s education programs. This year SDHC celebrates the vast contributions of the U.S. Military in San Diego and pays special tribute to the late Walter J. Zable, founder and president of Cubic Corp. Single tickets are $150 or $1,500 for a table of 10 may be purchased at www.sandiegohistory. org/makersofhistory.
April 6, 13, 20, & 27
n theNat, San Diego National History Museum, at 1788 El Prado, San Diego, would like you to join us every Sunday at 12:15 and 2:15 p.m. for live performances by Ms. Frizzle at the Museum. Get ready to explore the wild and wacky worlds of mysterious creatures, fascinating habitats, and phenomenal hands-on science! Free with Museum admission. Our theme for this month is Decomposers. For more information please call 877.946.7797 (M-F) or visit www.sdnat.org
April 7
n Reuben H Fleet Science Center in Balboa Park at 1875 El Prado, San Diego, has a Senior Monday lecture The first Monday of the month, seniors 65+ enjoy the Science Center exhibits, a lecture and a Giant Dome Theater show at a discount! 10:30 a.m. lecture, doors open at 9:30 a.m., 12 p.m. theater show: Seniors $8, Adults $17. For more information please visit www.rhfleet.org n School of Music and Dance at San Diego State University, 5500 Campanile Drive, San Diego at 4 p.m. will have the pleasure of having bass-baritone Eduardo Chama at one of the upcoming master classes. Chama has received resounding recognition for his work on both the operatic and concert stages of the world. The Series is part of the new San Diego Opera University Partnership, an inspiring program with local universities, committed to encouraging, strengthening and promoting the efforts of San Diego-area universities to train young singers in all things operas. All master classes in the series are free and open to the public. For information, visit www.music.sdus.edu/.
April 9
n Mission Hills Books & Collectibles, 4054 Goldfinch Street, San Diego, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. will be hosting this event that will launch an exciting new series, Lit & Libations, featuring New York Times bestselling author Ryan Winfield. Lit & Libations Adventures are designed especially for men and women who have A Reading Problem You Love to Wine About. Enjoy an engaging book discussion, Q&A, and book signing with a fabulous author (the “Libations”), socialize, network with other readers and authors, and see how books can indeed connect people and communities. Special introductory event cost is $15 per person (optional: add $15 for signed book).
April 10
n Environmental Health Coalition Announces 2014 Celebration as Pacifica Companies presents annual awards events honoring Victories for Healthy Neighborhoods. This annual event recognizes community members who were crucial to improving the health and livability of neighborhoods south of the I-8. The awards celebration has reserved the picturesque Casa del Prado in Balboa Park from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
April 11, 12, & 13
n The 10th Annual La Jolla Concours d’Elegance will be in “The Jewel” at La Jolla Cove, celebrating European Racing History and featuring Marques Bentley and Ferrari. We will be tipping its hat to some of the world’s finest Classics: Rolls Royce, Bentley, Bugatti, Cadillac, and of course Duesenberg. visit www.LaJollaConcours.com for additional information.
April 12
n Retrim Your Easter Bonnet Class at Jill Courtemanche Millinery, 410 South Cedros Avenue in Solana Beach at 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Jill and her team will be on hand to help you design your “new” Easter bonnet and guide you through the process. Select from hundreds of ribbons, flowers and feather creations along with miles of fabric in any color you can imagine. Cost is $45 per person plus materials. Seating is limited and reservations are required. Students must have basic hand sewing experience. For information or to register, visit www.JillCourtemanche.com or call 858.876.6353. n Saturday Science Club for Girls: Nano 101: at the Reuben H Fleet Science Center in Balboa Park at 1875 El Prado, San Diego. How small is nano? Join us as we explore big ideas related to nanoscale science, engineering and technology. You won’t believe how materials interact nano-sized! Girls in grades 5 – 8 can join the Fleet on the second Saturday of each month to investigate exciting science topics. 12 p.m. – 2 p.m; members $12, nonmembers $14; must pre-register by calling 619.238.1233 x 806. n The Hillcrest Wind Ensemble presents its Spring Concert “A Royal Concert, Last Night Of The Proms” at 7 p.m. at the First Unitarian Universalist Church, 4190 Front St., San Diego. In the style of the BBC’s summer concert series “Promenade Concerts”, which are performed in the Royal Albert Hall in London, the ensemble’s conductor, John Winkleman, has chosen musical pieces which represent several countries in the United Kingdom. The night promises to be a smashing, jolly good show. Refreshments will be served during intermission including home baked treats. Tickets are $15 in advance, $20 at the door and can be purchased from any band member or at the Windsmith at 3875 Granada Ave, in North Park, or online at www.sdartstix.com. For information, visit www. hillcrestwindensemble.com or call 619.692.2077 ext 814. n The California State Numismatic Association (CSNA) is hosting its 46th Annual Educational Symposium. The free program is open to all coin collectors and other interested parties. It takes place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Holiday Inn/ Mission Valley/Stadium, located at 3805 Murphy Canyon Road, off Route 15 at the Aero Drive exit. Lunch costs $20. For information, email vibourke@cox.net.
n The Red Door Restaurant & Wine Bar, located at 741 West Washington St., San Diego, invites you and your family to attend Nature’s Egg Dyeing Party from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Join Chef Karrie Hills for this fun workshop and lunch where she’ll teach us all how to dye eggs with plant based dyes. From the garden to the herb cabinet, there’s a natural, organic and maybe even home-grown way to make all the colors of the rainbow. For information, visit www. NaturesEggDye.eventbrite.com.
April 12 & 13
n The Maritime Museum located on the embarcadero in downtown San Diego at 1492 North Harbor Drive, will be having their annual Chocolate Festival. With over 15 vendors showcasing and sampling various types of chocolate, there is something for every palette. Kids and adults can make their own chocolate pizza, craft activities and more to delight chocolate lovers of all ages. The adults can participate in the wine and chocolate pairings, as well as live baking and cooking with chocolate demonstrations. All activities and tastings are included with museum admission. Details and tickets are available on the website at www.sdmaritime.org or by calling 619.234.9153 ext 101.
April 15
n San Diego Diplomacy Council invites you to the Great Hall, USCD - International House, 9500 Gilman Drive, La Jolla from 6 to 8 p.m. to hear from renowned Pollster and Author John Zogby. He will present a lecture and discussion about his latest book, “First Globals: Understand, Managing, and Unleashing Our Millennial Generation.” For information, email christy@sandiegodiplomacy.org.
April 16
n San Diego Floral Association, 1650 El Prado Dr #101, Balboa Park, San Diego at 2 p.m. will have a Demonstration and Talk – Nature is my Inspiration, which will be given by Katherine Brozowski born and raised in San Diego and has been a floral designer for over 13 years. She is highly influenced by tropical plants and flowers. She focuses on colors, lines and textures to create an organic and fresh style infused with classic elegance. This event is free to public, ages 18 and over.
April 17
Bar. For more information, guests can call Andaz San Diego at 619.849.1234.
April 24
n theNAT, San Diego National History Museum, 1788 El Prado, Balboa Park, San Diego, at 7 p.m. is honored to host Piracy Today: Captain Mark Cedrun on the Rescue of Captain Phillips. In April 2009, the American cargo ship M/V Maersk Alabama was en route to Kenya when it was captured by Somali pirates. Hear a first-hand account of the event from Captain Mark Cedrun, commanding officer of the USS Boxer (LHD 4), who participated in the rescue of Captain Richard Phillips. This mission was depicted in the 2013 feature film “Captain Phillips” starring Tom Hanks. For tickets, visit www.sdnat.org.
April 25
n Park Hyatt Aviara in Carlsbad will host San Diego Magazine’s Best of North County Party from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. The event celebrates the Best of North County winners and features the region’s top restaurants, breweries, wineries and live entertainment. To view the full list of vendors, purchase tickets, and information visit www. sandiegomagazine.com/noco2014. n Benefit Concert at Jacobs Center, 404 Euclid Avenue, San Diego, featuring Award-Winning Jazz Singer Michelle Coltrane, to support the efforts of the Jacobs Center for Neighborhood Innovation (JCNI). Open table single seating includes one drink: $45, ticket prices: $125 includes gourmet dinner. Reception begins at 6:30 p.m., the program will begin at 7:30 p.m. and Dinner and Entertainment at 8:00 p.m. For information, visit http://jacobspresents.com.
April 25 thru 27
n Sheraton San Diego Hotel and Marina at 1380 Harbor Island Drive, San Diego is proud to have the Integrated Health International as they present The Cure to Cancer Conference. This conference provides the latest in integrative and alternative solution to cancer from the leading edge researchers, scientists, doctors, and health advocates in the world. For information, visit www.thecuretocancerconference.com.
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April 17 thru 19
n Point Loma Garden Club’s Annual Plant Sale is 9 a.m. to noon at the Westminster Presbyterian Church, 3598 Talbot St., San Diego. Heirloom tomatoes, vegetables and herbs, patio containers filled with exotic plants, succulent container plants and many other perennials will be for sale at very reasonable prices. Again this year, our popular Chic Boutique will carry unique items for the home, garden and children. The Club Café will serve coffee and sell home baked goods. This free event is not to be missed. Visit www.plgc.org for information.
April 18, 19 & 20
n “Exploring Sierra Vista,” a docent-led tour exploring the history of the homes in this Mission Hills neighborhood, is slated from 1 to 4 p.m. Residences of all sizes and architectural styles are featured in the 90 minute tour. Sponsored by Mission Hills Heritage (MHH), tickets are $10 for MMH members and $15 for non-members, and can be purchased the day of the tour at Espresso Mio on Fort Stockton Drive in Mission Hills from 12:30 p.m. Tours leave every 15 minutes. Comfortable walking shoes are advised and refreshments are included. Visit www.MissionHillsHeritage.org or call 619.497.1193.
n The San Diego Foundation at 2508 Historic Decatur, Ste. #200, San Diego, at 5 p.m., will have three artists present excerpts from their projects and talk about the hybrid nature of these works: Jamex and Elnar de la Torre will discuss – Whysidro and Miki Iwasaki will talk about – Wind Vessel. RSVP is required. Visit www.sdfoundation.org or call 619.235.2300. n Univ. of California San Diego at 7:30 p.m. at the Mandell Weiss Theatre, 2910 La Jolla Village Dr, La Jolla, will for the first time ever, Malashock Dance and Art of Elan are collaborating to present three evenings of original choreography set to live muse by three of today’s most exciting and appealing contemporary composers: David Bruce, Judd Greenstein and Osvaldo Golijov. For general seating tickets and more information visit Brown Paper Tickets or call 1-800.838.3006. n Point Loma Assembly Theater is pleased to have the original winner of NBC’s Last Comic Standing to perform over Easter Weekend. Dat Phan will perform on 5 shows alongside local comedians including HBO’s hilarious ‘Zooman’ Chris Clobber and America’s Funniest Banker’ Tony Calebrese. Other local comedians appearing on the Easter shows include San Diego’s only Australian comedian Maria Herman, Mindy Lipton, Toni Torquato, Simon Blackthorn, Ilaika Patria, Manish Gupta, Joe Oyas, Steve Heyl, Gene Levin, Manny Baez, Sarah Wright, Michelle Wolff and Point Loma Comedian Hairstylist Jennifer Congernaum. Doors open one hour prior to showtime with various musical performances by local and LA performers. Tickets are $10 and available by calling Sarabeth at 619.822.9193.
April 19
n Hilton Garden Inn San Diego/Del Mar at is proud to host the Brides Against Breast Cancer Charity Wedding Gown Sale & Bridal Show at their 3939 Ocean Bluff Ave. location from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. You will be among the very first in the San Diego area to browse through, try on and purchase your selection from our large inventory of gowns, before general admission begins. Tickets are limited. Prices listed above reflect an online discount. Visit www.bridesagainstbreastcancer.org for a complete ticket information. n The 14th Annual Taste of Hillcrest takes place from noon to 4 p.m. at Fifth Ave and Robinson Ave, San Diego, The Neighborhood of Hillcrest will open their doors and will feature bite-size delectable’s for all to enjoy. The diversity of the restaurants and cuisine is sure to keep your mouth watering all afternoon long. You can quench your thirst with sample sips of micro-brews. The trolley will be free to those who purchase tickets. For information and tickets, visit www.fabuloushillscrest.com or call 619.233.5008.
April 20
n Robin Henkel Band with Horns! & Whitney Shay at Lestat’s from 8 to 10 p.m. $8, all ages, at 3343 Adams Ave., San Diego; call 619.282.0437 for information.
April 23
n 15th Annual Tea & Tonic Event is hosted by Center for Community Solutions at The Grand De Mar, 5300 Grand Del Mar Court, from 1 to 4 p.m. Actress Kathy Najimy is the celebrity keynote speaker, A high tea fundraising event to benefit and celebrate our valued sponsors, committed volunteers, business and community leaders from across San Diego County who continue to support the Agency’s mission: to end relationship violence by being a catalyst for caring communities & social justice. Tonic After Tea, from 4 to 7 p.m., the event continues with a special after party. For ticket information, visit www.ccssd.org. n Andaz San Diego, located at 600 F Street, San Diego, CA 92101 (in the Gaslamp Quarter) will host a special evening of charity from 6 to 8 p.m. to benefit arts education in the Monarch School. The price of admission is a donation of art supplies, all of which will be donated to the Monarch School. During the event guests will be able to listen to local music, taste local craft beer from one of San Diego’s hottest breweries Modern Times and explore local artists’ work in display in the Andaz Wine
n The Old Town Academy Campus is holding a Wine & Dine event at 2120 San Diego Avenue, San Diego from 6 to 10 p.m. VIP event is 5 to 6 p.m. The OTA Wine and Dine an outdoor, tented affair that will delight your palette with some of the most exclusive wines available in North America, beer from two of the best breweries in the state, food from San Diego and Old Town’s finest restaurants, olive oil tasting and dessert will make this evening of culinary excellence one that is not to be missed. For information and reservations, email otawineanddine@ gmail.com or visit http://OTAFoundation.org.
April 26 & 27
n Mission Federal ArtWalk in Little Italy from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Attend San Diego’s original fine art festival. Our 30th anniversary celebration with artists coming from all over the US and Mexico to join the festivities.
April 27
n Classics 4 Kids presents “Beethoven ‘n’ Friends Go Country” at 2:00 p.m. at the Balboa Theater in downtown San Diego. This program for the entire family features a full symphony orchestra and special guest Wylie Gustafson, the cowboy guitarist and yodeler. Tickets are $12 to $20 and are available at the Classics 4 Kids office 619.231.2311 or Classics4Kids.com.
April 28
n The Reuben H. Fleet Science Center, has a game changer for you, - How a Computer Game Can Turn You Into a RealLife Hero. If you think playing video games is bad for your health, think again. Foldit enables ordinary folks to be reallife heroes as they solve scientific puzzles that have long remained a mystery. The event takes place 6:30 to 8 p.m. at a TBD location. (Learn more at http://fold.it.)
April 30
n School of Music and Dance at San Diego State University, 5500 Campanile Drive, San Diego at 2 p.m. will have the pleasure of having OperaWorks Founder and Artistic Director Ann Baltz at one of the upcoming master classes. A master teacher of performance skills and operatic improvisation for opera companies, conservatories and universities, All master classes in the series are free and open to the public. For more information, visit www.music.sdus.edu/.
May 2
n gap intelligence, a market research firm for the Information technology and consumer electronics industries, will host its 2nd annual “Drives For Rides” golf tournament benefitting the Emilio Nares Foundation at Riverwalk Golf Club, 1150 Fashion Valley Road San Diego, CA 92108; shotgun starts at 1 p.m. ENF provides a variety of programs and services for hundreds of low-income, underprivileged patients and families who have a child battling cancer. Cost is $150 per golfer includes golf, carts, drinks, dinner, and fun prizes.Dinner reception immediately following the tournament (around 6 p.m.). Non-golfers attend for $40 person. For reservations, sponsorship opportunities, and more information, please visit http://kennedy-golf.com/gapintelligence-golf-tournament/.
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LEGO Playtime
April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 (Every Wednesday) from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. Kids can have fun and get creative while building with LEGOs.
Mission Hills Book Group
April 3 from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. The Mission Hills Book Group will discuss “The Round House” by Louise Erdrich. New members are always welcome to attend and participate. Please read the book beforehand. Books are available at the Circulation Desk while supplies last. This month’s meeting will be at Mission Hills Books & Collectibles at 4054 Goldfinch Street.
Preschool Storytime
April 4, 11, 18, 25 (Every Friday) from 10:30 to 11:00 a.m. Children are invited to a fun storytime with books and possibly singing and puppets.
Read to Speedy, the Therapy Dog
April 5, 12, 19, 26 (Every Saturday) from 10:30 to 11:00 a.m. CKids can develop their reading skills in a supportive environment by reading aloud to a therapy dog named Speedy.
Children’s Craft Time
April 5, 12, 19, 26 (Every Saturday) at 10:30 a.m. Kids can develop their artistic skills while enjoying a fun craft time.
Signing Storytime
April 7, 13, 21, 28 (Every Monday) from 1:30 to 2:15 p.m. Find out what’s going on in your baby’s mind, strengthen your bond with your baby, and lessen frustration brought on by miscommunication. Interactive presentation led by Jennifer Duncan also includes sing-alongs and bubble time ending with Q&A period. Age: Birth—4 years of age.
Free Author Talk
April 16 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Arthur Hoyle will sign and discuss his new biography of the author Henry Miller. “The Unknown Henry Miller: A Seeker in Big Sur” presents a rounded portrait of the man and artist as he struggled to find an American audience and achieve self-realization.
Meet the Poets
April 17 at 7:30 p.m. Celebrate National Poetry Month by attending a free poetry reading organized by local poet Curran Jeffery. Over a dozen poets will read their poems that were published in the latest edition of the “San Diego Poetry Annual.”
Book Sale
April 19 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The Friends of the Mission Hills Branch Library will hold a book sale. Stock up on books while supporting your Library.
Mystery Book Group
April 23 from 6:30 to 7:00 p.m. The Mystery Book Group will discuss a mystery novel. New members are always welcome to attend and participate. Please ask the library staff for this month’s title and read the book beforehand. Books are available at the Circulation Desk while supplies last.
Free Author Talk
April 30 from 6:30 to 7:00 p.m. Tom Leech will sign and discuss the new edition of “Say It Like Shakespeare: The Bard’s Timeless Tips for Communications Success.” Using Shakespeare’s sage wisdom, this book provides insights into how to and how not to communicate with people in business and everyday life.
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Civic Calendar Hillcrest
1st Tuesday
UPTOWN PLANNERS Joyce Beers Hall in Uptown Mall. 6:30 p.m.
1st Thursday
UPTOWN PARTNERSHIP 3101 Fifth Ave. Call 619.298.2541. 4:30 p.m.
Thursdays 7 - 8:30 pm
SAN DIEGO UPTOWN ROTARYCLUB The Uptown Rotary Club has moved to their new home at Jimmy Carter’s Mexican Cafe, 3172 Spruce at the corner of 5th. Breakfast meetings are held every Thursday 7 to 8:30 a.m. Guests are welcome to attend a meeting to learn how to become part of this dynamic organization and see why their motto is “Service Above Self.” For information, visit www. sdurotary.org or call 619.894.0140.
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Kensignton-Talmadge 2nd Wednesday
KENSINGTON-TALMADGE PLANNING COMMITTEE Kensington Community Church. 6:30 p.m. For information, call 619.284.0551
Linda Vista
2nd Monday
LVCPC Agenda– LINDAVISTACOMMUNITY PLANNING COMMITTEE AGENDA Linda Vista Library meeting room. Contact Jeff Perwin at 619.806.9559 for details 6 pm.
3rd Tuesday
Tech Committee - Technology Committee Bayside Community Center. Contact Xiongh Thao for detail at 858.278.0771 or email xthao@baysidecc.org or Info@ lindavistaSD.org or visit our website www.lindavistaSD.org.
3rd Wednesday
LV Historical– LINDAVISTAHISTORICALCOMMITTEE Bayside Community Center. This committee is collecting historical photos, documents and memories of Linda Vista’s past. For more information, contact Eleanor Frances Sennet at 858.277.3817. 4 p.m. LVCollab– LINDAVISTACOLLABORATIVE Bayside Community Center at 3pm. Contact Monica Fernandez at 858.278.0771 or mfernandez@baysidecc.org. For details visit www.facebook.com/LVCollaborative
Salon Services
Trained in New York & Europe Serving Mission Hills Since 1980
1616 W. Lewis Street In Mission Hills
(619) 366-0698
3rd Wednesday (Odd Months)
TCCAC– TECOLOTE CANYON CITIZEN’S ADVISORYCOMMITTEE Tecolote Nature Center. Contact Eloise Battle for details. 7 p.m.
3rd Thursday
Linda Vista Town Council Baha’i Faith Center Alcala Knoll Drive Contact Thomas Kaye 858.277.6793 at 6:30 p.m.
4th Monday
LVCPC– LINDAVISTACOMMUNITY PLANNING COMMITTEE Linda Vista Library Meeting Room. Contact Ed Cramer at 619.222.2047 for details. 7:00 p.m.
4th Wednesday
LVPC – Linda Vista Planning Committee monthly meeting. Linda Vista Library Meeting Room at 6 pm. Contact Jeff Perwin 619.806.9559 for details, minutes and agenda at www.LindaVistaSD.com. Linda Vista View Linda Vista Town Council Community Newsletter Contact Thomas Kaye at 858.278.6973
Various Wednesdays
LVNewsletter– LINDAVISTAVIEW Civic Association Community Newsletter. Bayside Community Center. Contact Sarah Granby at 858.405.7135 or e-mail sgranby@lvca-sd.org. 2:00 p.m.
Mission Hills
April 23, 2014
ission Hills Garden Club. Come hear Gabe Selek deM scribe the 2015 Panama-California Expo Centennial in Balboa Park from 6 to 8 p.m. at the church at 4070 Jackdaw. Members are free; guests pay $10 which becomes part of the membership fee if they join that evening. For more information,, visit www.missionhillsgardenclub.org.
Ocean Beach
OCEAN BEACH PLANNING BOARD Ocean Beach Recreation Center, 4726 Santa Monica Ave. Call 619.523.1700. 7 - 9:30 p.m.
4th Wednesday
OCEAN BEACH TOWN COUNCIL Ocean Beach Recreation Center, 4726 Santa Monica Avenue. Call Jere Battan at 619.515.4400 for information. 7 p.m.
Point Loma
April 26, 2014
oint Loma Garden Club. Point Loma Garden Clubʼs P Annual Plant Sale takes place from 9 a.m. to noon at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 3598 Talbot St., San Diego 92106. Heirloom tomatoes, vegetables and herbs, patio containers filled with exotic plants, succulent container plants and many other perennials will be for sale at very reasonable prices. Again this year, our popular Chic Boutique will carry unique items for the home, garden and children. The Club Cafe will serve coffee and sell home baked goods. This free event is not to be missed. More information is available at www.plgc.org.
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Real Estate
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Just 1½ blocks to the beach, this 3br/2.5 ba 3-level townhome offers a 2 car garage, 2 fireplaces, and peek ocean views from the third level 10x12 deck. A multitude of windows optimize your enjoyment of southern exposure sunshine. The epitome of beach living!
Moto Villa is the Jonathan Segal designed lofts that transport you to a hip urban environment rarely available here in San Diego. With a private entrance from the street via the stairway next to CAFÉ Chloe, the spacious 1/1 open floorplan allows for modern minimalist living. Located just blocks to Petco Park, The Gaslamp and all your favorite Downtown restaurants and shops.
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Chapala at Salt Creek in Rolling Hills awaits! This model perfect 3/3 1390 est. sq. ft. townhome in a gated community is move in ready with countless upgrades. Tile flooring in dining and living areas, gourmet appliances, large patio off the main living area, upstairs master retreat, and more.
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Bankers Hill
North Mission Hills
Pacific Beach
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
$695,000
2400 6th Ave #803
What a difference a higher floor can make! Instead of looking into trees on the lower floors, this 8th floor home puts you high enough to see over the tree tops and enjoy expansive eastern views of Balboa Park & the mountains. This unit in The Bellefontaine also has a spectacular view of the bay & ocean looking from the kitchen window. The light & airy corner unit has recently been freshened: new paint, carpet, French bedroom doors are some of the improvements.
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First time offered since 1972. This charming home features five bedrooms, three bathrooms, pool, and a semi-finished basement. It has 103 feet of street frontage making this lot extremely rare in the North Mission Hills market. The 14,000 foot lot has an abundance of flat land and offers so much potential for a buyer seeking a spacious yard space and wanting to be on a canyon.This charming home represents a rare opportunity for the astute buyer.
Call Jim Scott, Broker CalBRE #830226 at 619.920.9511
Call Jim Scott, Broker CalBRE #830226 at 619.920.9511
North Mission Hills
$839,000
3580 Jewell Street
Superb location one block from the waterside park at Crown Point. This single level 2 bedroom, 2 bath home sits on a corner lot ready for your updates. Charming curb appeal in a quiet neighborhood. Spacious open floor plan with large living/family room and breakfast/ dining room. Master bedroom with large sitting/office area. Under the clutter and chaos lies a gem just waiting to be polished. Large backyard with stone patio area, fireplace, mature landscaping, and shaded cover. Detached one car garage.
$1,375,000
1809 West Montecito Way
Spacious craftsman in the heart of North Mission Hills. The 4 bedrooms and 2.5 are baths accented by gorgeous hardwood floors, built-ins, window seats, box beam ceilings, moldings, and wood trim. Remodeled kitchen with built-in seating area opens to a generous family room that opens to the backyard with its outdoor kitchen. All four bedrooms on one level. Exceptional living room.
Call Jim Scott, Broker CalBRE #830226 at 619.920.9511
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$659,000
4010-4012 Ibis Street
Amazing opportunity to own 2 units in Mission Hills in a fabulous location with commercial zoning. Perfect live/ work opportunity. The front house is a Craftsman 2 BR/2 BA with a charming sun porch (and a utility room) with a huge attic room that has many uses. Hardwood floors, built-ins, wood trim, plus a generously sized kitchen and spacious bedrooms make this a very attractive home. The rear unit is a 1 BR/1BA with a private brick patio.
Call Jim Scott, Broker CalBRE #830226 at 619.920.9511
$795,000
4130 Hermosa Way
Charming single level 1920 Craftsman home with great curb appeal. Three bedrooms/1 Bath. Spacious living and dining room combination with hardwood floors, period details, built-ins, and fireplace. Remodeled kitchen with silestone counters, new stainless appliances, and a lovely breakfast room. Foundation work has been done, new furnace in place, new electrical and panel installed, new plumbing including tankless water heater, newer dual paned windows, and new landscaping.
Call Jim Scott, Broker CalBRE #830226 at 619.920.9511
$834,900
$2,995,000
4360 Niagara Ave.
3 bedrooms/2 baths high up on the hill in Ocean Beach. 2 car garage, putting green and VIEWS! See more details at www.SDHomePro.com
SCHNEEWEISS PROPERTIES JONATHAN SCHNEEWEISS J.D., LL.M. Broker Voted in San Diego Magazine’s,
“Best in Client Satisfaction,” 2008—2013
“2013, Nominated for San Diego Broker of the Year.”
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Luxury Cabin
Huge lodge like cabin 4 bedrooms/2.5 baths and a 1bed/1bath guest house on over 8 acres of secluded land surrounded by 2M acres of Forest Service Land. See more details at www.SDHomePro.com
SCHNEEWEISS PROPERTIES JONATHAN SCHNEEWEISS J.D., LL.M. Broker Voted in San Diego Magazine’s,
“Best in Client Satisfaction,” 2008—2013
“2013, Nominated for San Diego Broker of the Year.”
BRE# 01378508 • 619.279.3333
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panish home on a corner lot in a coveted North Mission Hills neighborhood.1930’s period details abound: coved ceilings, hardwood floors with inlays, vintage-tiled bathrooms, mahogany trim and doors, wrought iron appointments, sunken living room, and 3 fireplaces. The master suite has a spacious bath with a clawfooted spa tub, modern closet with built-ins, and a sunny retreat with a fireplace. The pool and spa are nestled within a very private walled courtyard perfect for entertaining.
Call Jim Scott • 619.920.9511 Broker CalBRE #830226
Scott & Quinn has three offices, in Mission Hills at 1111 Fort Stockton Drive, in Normal Heights at 30th and Adams Avenue, and in South Park at 2973 Beech Street. The company also features Scott & Quinn Property Management. Founded in 1982, Scott & Quinn is the oldest full service real estate firm in Mission Hills and is still locally owned and operated. Jim has been a homeowner in Mission Hills since 1976. Jim’s past Market Reports dating from 1997 are on the company web site at www.sqre.com.
Jim Scott, Broker, CalBRE #830226, 619.920.9511
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