Presidio Sentinel, September 2015, Vol. 16, No. 9w

Volume 16, No. 9w

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Blue Sky Riders Kenny Loggins, Georgia Middleman & Gary Burr See article on page 20

Mission Hills Prairie Style Homes are on Display

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Local Film Producers Earn National Attention

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12th Annual Harvest for Hope

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Come Savor the Flavors of Old Town

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All There Is?

by George Mitrovich The words of Peggy Lee’s song are haunting, but they come to mind, not in a philosophical/mystical sense, though they are that, but politically.

I’ve been in politics, around politics for 49 years. Beginning with the lieutenant governor’s office in Sacramento in 1966, through Bobby Kennedy’s presidential campaign to five years on Capitol Hill in Washington–two U.S. senators, two House members–then home to San Diego, and, as one might assume, have witnessed a lot.

I’ve seen some good things. I’ve seen some bad things.

Actually, when your candidate is assassinated, as Bobby was–6 June 1968–that’s as bad and black as it gets. But, if you are a Kennedy person, as I am a Kennedy person, you don’t do, as Ethel Kennedy says, “Wouldofs, couldofs, shouldofs,” you keep going forward–and I have.

The general view people have today, government is broken, politics is ugly, America is in free fall.

The “general view” is generally wrong, but in our time the general view is generally right.

Looking at where we are, it’s difficult to see how we get past our present circumstances, so deep the divide, so divisive the politics.

In my time on Capitol Hill, 1968-73, the divide was over Vietnam and Civil Rights, but the war in Southeast Asia dominated, tearing apart our country in ways unseen since the Civil War. The two senators I served, Charles Goodell, Republican of New York, and Harold Hughes, Democrat of Iowa, and the two House members, Seymour Halpern, Republican of New York, and Lester Wolff, Democrat of New York, opposed the Vietnam War. Since Vietnam was my defining moral issue, as I believe it was defining for millions of other Americans, the opposition of the four to the war was ultimately the overriding reason I served in their and the public’s behalf.

Which I note for the purpose of saying, that despite the rage in the USA over the war and the political divisions it caused, I did not sense then on Capitol Hill the anger, loathing and mistrust so characteristic of today.

That while many members and senators hated the war, it wasn’t partisan, all Democrats on one side, Republicans on the other. Both sides hated the war and both sides found common ground in opposition to it. Framed against the backdrop of today, when there is no common ground, the difference for me is dramatic.

George Mitrovich is a San Diego civic leader. He may be contacted at: gmitro35@gmail.com.

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The Republican senators in my time for the Senate: Mr. Javits of New York, Mr. Brooke of Massachusetts, Mr. Case of New Jersey, Mr. Saxbe of Ohio, Mr. Cooper and Mr. Cook of Kentucky, Mr. Pearson of Kansas, Mr. Hatfield and Mr. Packwood of Oregon, Mr. Aiken of Vermont, Mr. Schweiker of Pennsylvania, Mr. Weicker Jr. of Connecticut, and, of course, my senator, Mr. Goodell of New York; while generally conservative in their economic policies, they were anything but in their view on issues of social justice (including the two Kentucky senators).

But, quite apart from their politics, every single one of them was decent and civil and acted in behalf of America, not party; as did their Democratic counterparts across the aisle–Mr. Cranston and Mr. Tunney of California, Mr. Humphrey, Mr. McCarthy, and Mr. Mondale of Minnesota, Mr. Hart of Michigan, Mr. Douglas of Illinois, Mr. Ribicoff of Connecticut, etc.

One needn’t be a student of the Senate to know that is not the case today.

Practicing civility and finding common ground is essentially missing. In consequence, the nation suffers greatly.

It is sometimes helpful, however, to take a longer look at our history, to ask if this period through which we are passing, has precedence?

The Baffler is a quarterly magazine published out of Boston; it carries the tag line of, “The journal that blunts the cutting edge.”

That’s the magazine’s claim, and, as claims go, it’s claimable.

In publication No. 25, there’s an article by Chris Bray, entitled, “Tip and Gip Sip and Quip: The politics of never,” essentially a takedown of Chris Matthews’s book on president Ronald Reagan and House Speaker Tip O’Neil–“Tip and The Gipper: When Politics Worked” (Simon & Schuster, 2013).

Here’s one of the article’s opening paragraphs, just to give you a feel for Mr. Bray’s writing style: “Chris Matthews is so heroically gifted at pumping out raw bilge that you would think the rest of the D.C. press corps could just retire and let the one roaring apparatus fill up all the cable TV shows and all the op-ed pages and all the clickbaitable lists on all the politics websites you look at every day but wish you didn’t. Identify the most obvious political idea in any given context, and then imagine the most obvious image you could use to illustra– nope, too late, Chris Matthews already got there.”

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4 Local News A Publication of Presidio Communications • September 2015 The Prarie Style Homes of Mission Hills to be Showcased ©

Mission Hills Heritage’s Eleventh Annual Historic Home Tour

The Mission Hills neighborhood of San Diego features a rich variety of early 20th century architectural styles. This year, Mission Hills Heritage (MHH) is showcasing Prairie Style homes built in the 1910s and 1920s on its Eleventh Annual Historic Home Tour, Saturday, September 27 2015.

Six lovely homes will be open for tour attendees to view the wonderful exterior and interior details of the residences. As an additional feature on the tour, there will be a showing of the 1920’s historic United Church of Christ at 400 Jackdaw, a highly substantial landmark in Mission Hills.

The Prairie Style was developed by a group of Chicago architects who have become known as the “Prairie School.” Considered a radical design from the perspective of Victorian America, features of the Prairie Style include a low-pitched, usually hipped roof, widely overhanging eaves with one-story wings or porches, cornices and facade detailing emphasizing horizontal lines, wide bands of windows and often massive, square porch supports.

Frank Lloyd Wright’s early work was in the Prairie Style and he was acknowledged as a master designer of the Prairie house. Many of the other Prairie architects worked with either Frank Lloyd Wright himself, or with his earlier employer and teacher, Louis Sullivan.

How did the Prairie Style migrate to San Diego and Mission Hills? It originated in Chicago and the landmark examples are concentrated in that city’s early 20th century suburbs and other large Midwestern cities. However, vernacular examples were spread widely in pattern books and popular magazines such as Western Architect.

Seeking a new life in the west, numerous architects, builders and individuals traveled from the

east and arrived in San Diego introducing fresh and new home designs.

Irving Gill, a prominent San Diego architect, worked under Louis Sullivan and Frank Lloyd Wright in Chicago. Gill built several Prairie Style homes and buildings in San Diego and the style also influenced his later designs. The Prairie Style also caught on with many local San Diego builders working in Mission Hills, including Nathan Rigdon, MarThis stately home is an example of one of the residences that have continued tin Melhorn, Alexander to grace the Mission Hills neighborhood for more than a century.

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Come and experience how San Diego architects For more information about Mission Hills and builders applied the Prairie Style in San Heritage, visit: www.MissionHillsHeritage.org Diego at Mission Hills Heritage’s Eleventh Annual or email: info@MissionHillsHeritage.org or Historic Home Tour. call 619.497.1193.•

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Susan Sarandon to Speak at the San Diego Film Festival

by Patty Ducey-Brooks Two San Diego entrepreneurs and film makers have taken on a huge responsibility of furthering the role of the San Diego Film Festival. Tanya Mantooth, with 20 years of film production experience, and an eight time Emmy award winner, is director of programming for the San Diego Film Festival (SDFF). Her partner and husband, Dale Strack, with an extensive career in executive management, training, marketing, real estate and publishing, is chairman of the board and CEO for the non-profit San Diego Film Foundation, producer of the San Diego Film Festival.

To their credit, they have been able to enlist the support of Academy Award® winner Susan Sarandon and filmmaker Thomas Morgan (“Waiting for Manu”) of Reframed Pictures who are set to partner with the SDFF to form the Social Justice Initiative, a panel making its inaugural appearance at this year’s fest. The Social Justice Initiative is a platform for documentary films to tell transformational stories with lasting social impact, with the goal of shining a light on socially relevant causes, people and issues. The Initiative will serve to reframe those stories in a way that is enlightening and eye opening. Sarandon and Morgan’s Reframed Pictures will work with the SDFF Vice President of Programming Tonya Mantooth to curate the featured films.

SDFF will kick off September 30, with the Social Justice Documentary Panel and Workshop on October 2. Moderating the panel will be Jeffrey Lyons and Ben Lyons, noted film critics. Set to appear at the panel are the following internationally renowned filmmakers: Kweku Mandela, Out of Dale Strack and Tanya Mantooth are on a mission, to get the word out Africa Films; Dawn Porter (“Gideon’s Army,” 2014 Spirit Award winner); and about the San Diego Film Festival and the importance of documentary films Thomas Morgan (“Waiting for Manu”).

“Following last year’s great success, we are thrilled to continue to grow and strengthen the Film Festival with the help of our partners at Reframed Pictures,” said Mantooth. “We are honored to have Susan and her fellow filmmakers join the fold to make 2015 the best year yet.”

The Film Festival, now in its 14th year, will commence on September 30 and run through October 4, featuring more than 100 film screenings which will be held at the Reading Theater in Downtown San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter (701 Fifth Avenue, San Diego, 92101) and ArcLight Cinemas in La Jolla (4425 La Jolla Village Dr., San Diego, 92122). As in past years, the fest will comprise winning independent films, filmmakers, actors, panels and parties.

According to Mantooth, filmmakers love coming to San Diego and see the benefits of the assets of the area. She also said that filmmakers like Sarandon identify San Diegans as being compassionate and eager to participate in social justice initiatives. Mantooth’s priority is to get the word out about the festival and to create national and international attention to the importance of documentary films with a cause.

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Your Brain

by Ilene Hubbs

Retirement was not easy for me. I loved my job; in fact, I defined myself by my job. Without it who was I? But the time had come and suddenly I found myself going from an exciting and rewarding life, to days without purpose. Each morning I woke up and had to remind myself what day it was. With all that time on my hands I began to explore various options. I tried many volunteer jobs, learned some new skills, took lots of walks in the park, and still it wasn’t quite right.

After surfing the web, looking to find something that piqued my interest, I stumbled upon the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UCSD (OLLI).

This learning environment for people who are 50 years of age or older, offers a stimulating program of classes, seminars, lectures and discussion groups entirely free of the pressures of grades and exams. Classes are taught by distinguished faculty, scholars, and community and national leaders in an array of subjects: history, art, science, literature, economics, politics, medicine and much more. Live drama, music and movies add to the choices.

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For one membership fee, members may choose as many or as few activities as they wish. I enrolled and from my first experience, I was hooked. The people I met were from all walks of life and yet at Osher we were all alike, retired people looking to stay vitally alive in our senior years. We all were starting from the same place.

At first, what we did in our lives before retiring was an unknown. As time went on and relationships were formed, past lives became a topic for discussion. I met retired professors, doctors, writers, attorneys and as vast an array of backgrounds as there were students.

Friendships were made with people I may never had met while working.

Discussion groups were lively as people from all backgrounds, religions and political persuasions shared their views with friendly arguments and interesting banter. At first I took the classes that interested me or confirmed my point of view but as time went on I began going to classes that seemed out of my sphere of interest and that’s what surprised me most.

The lecturers were so engaging that topics I thought would be boring came alive in the presentations.

I learned about everything from

quantum physics to opera. I read books that would never had been on my reading list before. Suddenly my brain was filled with stimulation and armed with knowledge and I found myself transported to my college days again without the drudgery of studying for exams or handing in a term paper. I was loving it; and my days began to fly by.

It’s been seven years now and I have another new experience thanks to OLLI. I became part of the theater world, acting and directing plays with other like-minded would be thespians.

To tweak that creativity even further, some of us are now dipping our toes into unknown waters with the goal of writing an original musical. None of us had done this before and we are not giving ourselves a deadline.

However long it takes, it will be quite the experience.

OLLI has several membership options. They offer full year or semester memberships and all classes are included at no additional fees. An open house will be held on campus on September 12 at 9:30 a.m. For more information, visit www.olli.ucsd.edu or call 858.534.3400. It’s the best way to keep your brain young and vital no matter how mature you are.•

Patty Ducey-Brooks Publisher

Ilene Hubbs Associate Editor

Michal A. Tuzinkiewicz Creative Director

Phyllis E. Zawacki Graphic Designer

Contributing Writers Concetta Antico 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

Living Artfully with Yourself

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by Concetta Antico

As summer draws to a close, and September and all it’s hustle and bustle of the business of life restarting and renewing itself, it is important to take your own pulse every day and checkin with number one. Time to be sure you are taking the best of care of you.

Demands, deadlines, children, family concerns, associations, volunteering, community this and that, work, and more work will take their toll if you don’t enforce your personal boundaries.

Left unattended the results could be stress city for you. What is it then to live artfully with yourself? In a time where it is easy to get lost n the clutter of responsibilities, be sure you have allowed ample time to nurture your health, body, mind and spirituality.

Easier said than done in a world often spinning out of your own orbit, but consider the toll, “I’m just doing too much,” will take?

Often I hear from my friends that they live near a beach, park or other splendidly free amenity, and yet they never have a moment to enjoy them?

Some say they have gone months without a walk in the park, or on the sand at a nearby beach, seen a sunset or a moon, or even strolled around their own block.

The pressures of work is often the cause for some, for others put everything and everyone else before them. If you live to work and serve

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others they when do you live? There is no point working if you never nurture you, play or escape? I have also seen beautiful homes created from so much hard work that ironically are not “lived” in. Gardens blooming yet not enjoyed, comfortable rooms beautifully decorated, yet never entered.

Balance is imperative for you.

Unhappiness and stress will result if you feel that you are over taxed.

Next step comes resentment, finally depression and a life not well lived.

Are you depressed, tired, run down or in ill health? If so, consider the journey that you have created that has put you there. The result is that you have not nurtured yourself and you must now change that.

Exercise.

For many this word is so uncomfortable. Just saying or thinking it is uncomfortable. All know they need to. All know they should. Few do. If you are one of the many who don’t and you think about it every day; then it is time for a nurturing change. Ask yourself, “What is it that is causing the good and healthful intentions I have for me to be swept away?” Change something now, be protective of your health objectives, and make the kind of exercise you love a priority.

Reading.

Piles of magazines and books

everywhere–ever present piles growing, tempting and guilt laden as they are habitually unread? Wishes for quiet reflection and reading enjoyment never granted? Do you find you rarely have time just to sit reading anyway? It’s time to make a change for the relaxed you. Find your book nook and hideout!

Quiet alone time…cat naps… garden moments…conversations caught up…vacations dreamed of.

Do your ever find time for these?

If you are coming up with large “NO” answers for these pampering possibilities then please consider how you fill your days. How much time do you take from your day? Are you working more than you should, or are paid? Are your delegating the loads about your home by making others responsible and free you up?

With your year in full swing and the ever-present possibility that you are flailing about in the overdoing it rut, do an about face and claim your bliss, your space and regain your sanity and so much more.

I leave you with this thought until next month–thanks for taking the time to read all that is here for you.

“Be like a bird, who, halting in her flight on a limb too slight, feels it give way beneath her, yet sings knowing she has wings…” Victor Hugo•

Concetta Antico is mother, wife, Tetrachromat, fine artist, instructor, writer and creative muse. Her stunning Tetrachromatic oil on canvas masterpieces reveal her brilliance and super vision and may be viewed at www.ConcettaAntico.com. “Live Artfully” is a trademark of Concetta Antico and Zenava Inc. Her Salon & Gallery are located at 1920 Fort Stockton Drive, Suite A, Mission Hills, San Diego and are open to the public from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays, and by appointment. Concetta welcomes your creative thoughts, comments and ideas at Muse@ConcettaAntico.com.

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San Diego Zoo Food, Like his name suggests, Sunny, a two-year old Labrador/Husky mix,is certain to brighten up even the gloomiest of days. Not one to sit around, this active guy is ready to accompany you on any outdoor adventures. While in our care, Sunny has spent a lot of time with our trainers and caregivers working on his manners (or “petiquette”) and receiving plenty of mental and physical stimulation, as this energetic smartypants of a dog needs quite a bit.

His adoption fee includes his neuter, current vaccinations, permanent microchip identification, 30 days of worry-free medical insurance from Trupanion Insuance, a certificate for a free veterinary exam, and a license if residing in Oceanside, Vista, Escondido, San Marcos or Poway.

Sunny is currently at the San Diego Humane Society facility, located at 5500 Gaines Street, San Diego, CA 92110. For information, call 619.299.7012 or visit www.sdhumane.org.

Dorothy is a Chow Chow mix and is about 10 years old. This golden girl arrived as a stray, and was initially very scared. She’s really warmed up to her caregivers and trainers, and she will rub on their legs like a cat to show her affection. Due to her age and breed, she would do best in a home with no small children.

If you’re looking for a silly and laid back companion, come meet her at our Oceanside location.

Dorothy’s adoption fee includes her spay, current vaccinations, permanent microchip identification, 30 days of complimentary medical insurance from Trupanion Insurance, a certificate for a free veterinary exam, and a license if residing in Oceanside, Vista, Escondido, San Marcos or Poway.

Dorothy is currently located at the San Diego Humane Society, Oceanside Campus, 2905 San Luis Rey Road, Oceanside, CA 92058. For information, call 760.757.4357 or visit www.sdhumane.org.

Wine & Brew Celebration Benefits Wildlife Conservation

The San Diego Zoo Food, Wine & Brew Celebration presented by Cymer® is one of San Diego’s premier fundraising events, and it’s a wild party not to be missed. Guests attending the 35th annual event at the Zoo Sept. 26 can sample culinary delights and sip beverages from more than 150 San Diego area restaurants, wineries and breweries, and meet exotic animals like a cheetah or a koala up close—all while supporting wildlife conservation.

The annual celebration is one of San Diego’s most popular fundraisers, and it is sure to be even more spectacular this year. Partygoers can enjoy entertainment—from dance music to country rock to Zydeco—on multiple stages; participate in the Pick-Your-Prize drawing; take a chance on winning great prizes while playing blackjack or roulette at the Critter Casino; and bid on fabulous prizes in the silent auction, including behind-the-scenes Zoo tours, luxurious getaways, entertainment packages and more. And a party at the Zoo wouldn’t be complete without animal encounters, including an animal presentation by San Diego Zoo Global Ambassador Joan Embery.

Proceeds from the San Diego Zoo Food, Wine & Brew Celebration will help support endangered animals and their habitats worldwide through the San Diego Zoo Global Wildlife Conservancy.

Tickets for the San Diego Zoo Food, Wine & Brew Celebration may be purchased by calling 619.718.3000 or online at zoofoodandwine.com.

Guests must be at least 21 years of age to attend; no children or strollers are permitted.•

For more information on Sunny, call 619.299.7012 For more information on Dorothy, call 760.757.4357

SPCA Proceeds from the San Diego Zoo Food, Wine & Brew Celebration will help support endangered animals and their habitats worldwide.

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the Hat for Stetson

Ventura County Department of Animal Services rescued an abandoned eight year-old gelding from the Oak View area. This handsome buckskin paint quickly became a staff and volunteer favorite due to his friendly, easy-going personality. He was given the name “Stetson,” after the original western hat.

During his time at the shelter, he was frequently lame in his right hind leg. X-rays led to a diagnosis of extensive arthritis in his right stifle joint.

Veterinary staff at the Ventura County shelter determined that Stetson would never be able to carry riders.

This past summer, Horses of Tir Na Nog was contacted by Animal Services looking for a sanctuary placement for Stetson. The veterinarians at East County Large Animal Practice reviewed Stetson ‘ s x-rays and medical files. Even though Stetson can no longer be ridden, he will enjoy a quality retirement at Horses of Tir Na Nog “In working with Ventura County Animal Services staff, it was clear that Stetson is one of those very special horses. So, in honor of his name, we’ve decided to ‘ pass the hat’ and ask the community to help us provide him a forever home at Horses of Tir Na Nog,” explained Amy Pat Rigney, president.

If you are interested in contributing to Stetson’s new home, call 619.465.6384 or via email at horsesoftirnanog@yahoo.com. To learn more about Stetson and Horses of Tir Na Nog, visit www.horsesoftirnanog.org.•

Stetson is a handsome, buckskin paint.

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by Blake Beckcom As summer begins to wind down, so do the days with no routines or schedules. As you start to get your kids in their back to school routines, you should also think about getting back into your regular fitness routine.

Face it, summer break probably left you with little time during the day to schedule a trip to the gym. Your kids going back to school gives you the perfect opportunity to get back into a fitness routine, and planning a consistent time of day can help you stay on track.

If you don’t have to run to the office immediately after dropping off the kids, try to fit in a workout before your day gets busy with errands and meetings. You’ll feel energized, and it offers a great chance to take a little time for yourself.

If mornings aren’t available, schedule a regular workout routine in the afternoon just before picking your kids up from school. This will help you get a little afternoon pep and have you ready to keep up with your energetic kids. Plus, you’ll have plenty of gas to run them to their after-school activities.

If you can’t find time to workout during the day, try to get up early and exercise. This is an excellent way to grab a few minutes by yourself and

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gear up for the hectic day. You’ll feel ready to take on the morning hustle as well as the rest of the day without interruption.

Getting the kids back in school and everyone back on a schedule is great, but it can sabotage your workout if you are not careful. You’ve worked so hard this year to get in shape and get your body the way you wanted.

However, when end of summer’s hectic schedule changes things; it is easy to lose motivation to workout.

Here are a few things you can do to help you stay motivated to workout.

Plan. Plan. Plan.

If you just say you are going to work out–chances are you won’t.

However, if you plan a consistent time to workout and add it to your calendar and set reminders the odds of you working out are much greater.

You’ll have better results with a regular routine.

Take Your Workout Outside It is still summer weather, get outside and enjoy the beauty of it. If you are getting stuck on going inside to the gym, try taking your workout outside. Talk to your personal trainer to get exercises that are easily adaptable to outdoors.

Set Goals If you have a goal, you’ll be more

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Since my professional focus is around people´s habits, a book with the following title got my immediate attention: “13 Things Mentally Strong People Don´t Do: Take Back Your Power, Embrace Change, Face Your Fears, and Train Your Brain for Happiness and Success,” by Amy Morin. I decided to find out what things not to do in order to cultivate a strong mind and found the points valuable enough to share them. We might be tempted to think that having a strong mind is something we are genetically equipped with, but this book suggests what I have long found to be true in my private practice: Change (in life and of personality) can happen only with awareness and only with a change of habits. Little things can have a huge impact on the direction of our lives. Without further ado, I am listing those 13 things and follow up with some comments:

1. Don´t waste time feeling sorry for yourself

2. Don´t give away your power

3. Don´t shy away from change

4. Don´t focus on things you can´t control

5. Don´t worry about pleasing everyone

6. Don´t fear taking calculated risks

7. Don´t dwell on the past

8. Don´t make the same mistakes over and over

9. Don´t resent other people´s success

10. Don´t give up after the first failure

11. Don´t fear alone time

12. Don´t feel the world owes you anything

13. Don´t expect immediate results

Obviously that´s a lot of don´ts. I hope it did not arouse the rebellious toddler or teenager in you, because they are all showing the path to more freedom and success. It is good to remember what actions are a waste of our own precious resources (energy, time and mental capacity). That´s time and energy we could use to improve our quality of life or at the very least simply enjoy with a favorite pastime. These practices which help us stay

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motivated to succeed. Try setting small weekly goals, as you carry out your goals, give yourself a little reward. As you meet each goal, you’ll want to complete the next week’s goal even more. You have several big holiday’s ahead; Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Eve. Use those for time bounding to fit your goals within, so you will have a completion timeline.

Half Workouts Try cutting your workouts in half, but increase the intensity, thus shortening the time allotment, when your days get slammed. You will benefit from moving faster through your program, and get the mental boost of not missing If you exercise 60 minutes as a norm, try 30 minutes, or even 45. It is easier to schedule and offers fewer excuses.

No matter how busy you get, 30 minutes is doable.

Don’t Let Summer “Let Down”….

It’s Back to School, ……Takeover With vacation, family gatherings, and barbecues waning, the excitement of summer, and perhaps the drudgery of back to school and routines, offers up a lot of temptation to get lazy and indulge yourself. It is okay to an extent, but don’t settle for the excuse, and the notion that “I’ll

balanced and relaxed, which then aids our health and also awakens our creative mind, which has the most important ideas for our life in general.

Pick your top three favorites on the list and reflect on how much you are already living it and what it is you do instead of “Don´t do.” Get started with one or two that you know you are doing against your better knowledge and summon the courage to change it. You will feel great doing something to improve your life. It will make you excited about further, even more profound changes. Then pick your three or two least favorites. Think about where you are at with those and come up with one or two concrete steps for each that you can implement in order to cultivate strong mind habits.

Make use of inspiration from other people who you admire for following exactly those suggestions that you have had trouble with in the past. Things are changing as soon as you decide for them to change. Within our own power is where we can build a fabulous life. As long as we look to others to change for us to become happy and healthy, we are betraying ourselves knowingly. It is a stalling technique, out of fear, unfortunate habits and lack of commitment. It does not have to be this way. The strong mind and successful and fulfilled life starts here and now, one “don´t” fix at a time.

Thank you, Amy Morin!• 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 Within the next few weeks, it seems that Qualcomm is set to lay off about 15 percent of its workforce. This has become fairly commonplace in the American workplace, though it’s been a while since it happened locally on such a scale. Still, Haggen’s team reductions and this news item got me thinking about how people can prepare themselves when the proverbial axe is about to fall.

Review your emergency fund: Unemployment insurance probably won’t be enough to pay the bills while you’re out of a job, so you will most likely need to draw on savings to make up the difference. Prepare a lean and mean budget and cut spending to add to your emergency reserves. It’s best to have at least three-to-six months of essential expenses (housing payments, food and insurance) set aside in safe, liquid savings; more if you think your search might take a while.

If you’re still employed and your emergency reserve is sufficient, start paying down expensive debts like

credit cards. More savings and less debt give you more flexibility, and more time to find a good job.

Get advice on finances, taxes and possible legal issues: If you do lose your job, you should be prepared with a plan to put yourself in the best situation possible. You might start by talking with a Certified Financial Planner™ professional and a tax expert about any spending, saving or tax details you should be aware of. Depending on the situation and your room to negotiate, you may also want to consult a workplace attorney to make sure you understand all your options. Always ask about unused vacation and sick days, and see what you can do about extending health benefits before you start having to pick up the cost via COBRA. Research health coverage beforehand: COBRA refers to the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act, which gives workers and their families who lose their health benefits the right to choose to continue them under their group plan for a limited time. COBRA can be very expensive, so do your research early and see what coverage is available on Covered California, the state’s health care exchange.

Review your personal disability coverage: Disability coverage offered through your workplace may be slim, but it’s better than nothing.

It’s always a good idea for individuals to have some personal disability coverage, and you should buy it while you’re employed because you need to prove income in order to qualify for coverage. During your working years, statistics suggest you are more likely to become disabled than to die, so this coverage is an important part of a comprehensive financial strategy, even if you’re between jobs.

Understand your unemployment benefits: Generally, it’s a good idea to file for unemployment benefits immediately, even if you’re getting severance. Check on these provisions as soon as you can. If you get a job before your severance or unemployment runs out, use those funds to top off your emergency fund and pay down debt so you’re in better position to weather any future storms.

Take advantage of any free job advice or assistance: If your employer is providing office space, resume-writing assistance or any other benefits to help you transition

to your next job, take advantage of the opportunity. It’s particularly smart to get advice with resume writing because as times change, the type of experience that hiring managers want to see on resumes may change as well.

Network: I can’t stress this one enough! Reach out to friends and colleagues, and don’t be shy about asking for introductions. Make sure you’ve identified local or national professional groups that can help you to meet colleagues in your industry.

Make sure your cell phone, e-mail and voicemail are always working, and have resumes, cover letters and an interview outfit ready for any opportunity that may arise.• This column is prepared by Rick Brooks, CFA®, CFP®. Rick is Director and Chief Investment Officer with Blankinship & Foster, LLC, a wealth advisory firm specializing in comprehensive financial planning and investment management. Brooks can be reached at 858.755.5166, or by email at brooks@bfadvisors.com.

Brooks and his family live in Mission Hills.

All There Is? Continued from page 3 But, the more critical point, for purposes here, is this: “Joanne Freeman, a history professor at Yale, has written the best book of the last twenty years about the political elites of the early American republic. It’s about the ways they managed their hate and rage, the ways that they got through their days without too badly losing control of the feelings of disgust they had for one another. The rules were distinctly personal in this ‘maelstrom of discontent,’ but they weren’t rules about being nice: they were rules about not getting shot. With their behavior regulated by the real possibility of violence, national political figures were expected to channel their interpersonal loathing down a few narrow paths; the code of honor meant that men could go only so far before they risked physical peril. “’On the unstructured national political stage,” “Freeman writes”, ‘this code assumed great importance, for politicking was about conflict and competition above all else. Whether they were debating legislation or

campaigning for election, politicians were competing for limited rewards.

This was no great surprise to the first national officeholders. What did surprise them was the intensity of the political game. Regional distrust, personal animosity, accusation, suspicion, implication, and denouncement–this was the tenor of national politics from the outset.”’

Mr. Bray then goes on to write: “In 1800, with a presidential election approaching, John Adams exploded in disgust at the poor character of Alexander Hamilton, the ‘bastard brat of a Scotch pedlar’ and an ‘insolent coxcomb.’ Oh, and ‘the greatest intriguant in the world–a man devoid of every moral principle.’”

Thus, one might conclude, that the politics of the Founders were driven, in part, by a desire not to be shot by members of the party opposite.

Since that no longer appears likely–possible, but not likely–pray tell what reason is given for such abysmal politics as we witnessed today?

There are many reasons why so many things have gone to hell, but if we are going to assess blame, openly and with integrity, I suggest we begin by looking in the mirror.

Because what’s happened in Washington, what’s happened to the Republican Party, and, to a lesser extent, the Democrats, is more our blame than theirs–because, ladies and gentlemen, we have allowed it to happen.

We have cursed the darkness without lighting candles.

Ultimately, in a democracy, The People Govern, and as bad as the politicians have screwed it up, we, by our indifference and indolence, have done nothing.

Want to save America?

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by Trish Watlington, President, Mission Hills Business Improvement District I awoke this morning to find that not only is summer nearly over, but I have only three more months left in my tenure as the president of the Mission Hills BID. And with that bittersweet thought, I asked myself what I really wanted to say with my final three columns. What could make the BID a better, more productive place, what was new and exciting, what are my parting thoughts on the last two years?

My October column will be all about the Taste of Mission Hills– unequivocally the most delicious event that the BID does each year.

And November’s column will be a last chance to reflect on what I’ve learned and what I hope gets carried forward.

This month, September, with the celebration of Labor Day it seems timely to make a persuasive argument about using social media. It’s a tool that can help us work smarter, instead of harder, and draw more guests to our businesses. Those of you who know me and our restaurants know that I’m a big advocate of social media

for developing relationships with guests, customers and potential customers. So here’s my pitch... just do it.

And while you’re at it, engage with us! With the help of local marketers Blue Like Neon, September will mark the launch of the BID’s Facebook social media promotion.

We will be using Facebook ads to develop followers and drive organic traffic to our website and social media pages. As these platforms grow and develop we will have more power, presence and reach in order to promote our Mission Hills BID businesses. We will be looking at before and after analytics and will be better able to help you promote your business as we fine tune the promotion of the BID. So what can you do? Take a look at the three most popular, easily accessible and effective platforms: Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

While there is overlap they also reach different audiences. Are you completely new to social media? Start with a Facebook page for yourself and one for your business. Facebook’s audience is slightly older but still a good demographic for promoting most businesses. You can build brand awareness by sharing a mix of

relevant links and direct advertising, especially with great photos. If you already have a Facebook page, get engaged by inviting your friends to like your page and by liking, and posting on, other business pages.

Those two actions will raise your profile. If you’ve already undertaken those activities, try a promoted ad for a few dollars.

Twitter is perfect for short messages. The blog page “Mom This Is How Twitter Works” is a terrific resource. While Twitter makes it much easier to get followers, you have to post more often, as many Twitter posts get ignored. That said, if you have good engagement, a great message, effective hashtags and are connected with others on Twitter that will retweet your messages (like @MssionHillsLive, the BID’s twitter page), Twitter can pack a big punch.

Instagram is a visual way to reach a younger demographic and is all about amazing photos. Find a photo editing app and choose your images carefully, or engage a professional photographer.

Hootsuite’s blog post–“How to Use Instagram,” is an excellent tutorial.

Research some popular hashtags that fit your business or develop a

business hashtag of your own that will become part of your brand.

By connecting Instagram to your Facebook profile it will speed your development of followers. Look for a Mission Hills BID Instagram in the very near future.

So now your job–neighbors and businesses alike, is to connect with us on Facebook at www.facebook. com/missionhillsbid and on Twitter at @MssionHillsLive and through our website at missionhillsbid. com. We will share, Facebook and Tweet as much of your news as we can. If you follow neighborhood businesses, support them and promote them, you will find that this kind of reciprocity will come back to reward you many times over.

“You are what you share.”— Charles W. Leadbeater, “We Think: The Power Of Mass Creativity”’• Trish Watlington Owner The Red Door Restaurant The Wellington Steak & Martini Lounge

An App, a Website, & a System—

Unique Innovations You Can Use Today Always on the lookout for technology that can make our (and your) lives easier, here are a few new nuggets that we would like to share with you...

Financial Peace University All Souls’ Episcopal Church is presenting Financial Peace University (FPU) this September. FPU is a program to help couples/individuals look at their debt, reduce it and learn a life style that will help them manage their money. FPU is a light-hearted program that teaches handling money. To date over two and a half million people have completed FPU. This faith based course was created by Dave Ramsey, a nationally known financial planner that involves video teaching, class discussions and interactive small groups.

The focus is on getting rid of debt, managing money, spending and saving wisely and much more.

All Souls’ and the Stewardship committee are inviting members of the parish, the community, as well as, the military to attend.

Here are the details:

• The program is nine weeks, every Wednesday evening from 7:00–8:30 beginning September 23rd.

• Classes take place at All Souls’ Episcopal Church 1475 Catalina Boulevard San Diego, CA 92107.

• The cost is $105 per individual or couple–a 10%military discount applies for a total cost of $94.50. Scholarships are available upon request.

• Class size is limited to 25 people.

To RSVP, contact All Souls’ FPU Coordinator markanokes@yahoo.com.

For more information, visit www.daveramsey.com/fpu

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Dwellr—Ideas for Moving to a City That Suits Your Style If you, a friend, or a family member is thinking about a move, but aren’t sure where, then dwellr is for you. Just tell the app about you, and it picks the 25 best U.S. cities and towns that fit your lifestyle. City or country? Bike or drive to work? Beach or mountains? Whether you prefer the bright lights of the big city or wide open spaces, dwellr powers your phone with neighborhood-level statistics on topics such as home values, education, and how people get to work so that you can explore where you want to dwell. Once you’ve found your dream neighborhood, take dwellr with you wherever you go.

Instructables.com—Helping You Get Your “Do It Yourself” On! Want to build a gourd birdhouse? Bake and decorate a pirate birthday cake? Research the best way to clean tile grout? So many people enjoy getting their hands dirty these days, but until now there has been very little digital support along the way. Instructables.com, a cool DIY instruction site, is a great place to visit before you start a new project—it offers excellent guidance to get you through the whole process of whatever fun DIY project you are taking on.

Canary—An Advanced Type of Security System for Your Home Home security just got smarter. Canary is a security system that adapts to the natural patterns of your house and sends alerts when something is amiss. Movements, air quality, temperature, humidity, and noise levels are tracked, and if something is off, you get pinged. It even tracks your pooch or kitty in case they are up to no good. Purchase an annual plan, and feel safer and more connected while you are away—on a vacation, or just at the grocery store.

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by Barb Stron Over the past few years we have heard more and more about conserving water. I often wonder about the practicality of some of these methods.

Some make a great deal of sense. Others sound good but won’t work. Still others are rather bizarre.

One of the oddest water-saving methods I’ve heard of is for plants.

When you pot a plant or start one from a seed, a great help is to mix polymer into the soil, 50-50. The additive SoilMoist can be purchased at your local nursery. $4.99 buys a three-ounce bag. I watched a video suggesting that the polymer in a “new or gently used” adult diaper will produce many cups of this stuff.

Remove and discard the padding keeping only the crystals inside.

Mix them with an equal amount of potting soil. Polymer can be spooned into the soil of established plants by carefully loosening the soil with a fork, using a spoon to add the polymer, and then mix it with the fork. It aerates the soil as well as conserving moisture. If you are obviously over 60, you may want to ask a child to buy the diapers for you or wear very tight leggings.

Another odd water-saving method I found on the internet is a little grosser than the “gently used” diaper. That article recommended combining showering with urinating.

Even though your mother wouldn’t approve, it saves water.

Using a bidet is another great way to save water. It is a little like spot cleaning. I wish they were as omnipresent in the U.S., as they are in Europe.

Our neighbors are saving water in a way that really appeals to me. They have very pretty cisterns posted at each downspout. They have another to capture the washing machine’s grey water. This only works if the grey water comes from a source higher than the area needing water.

Otherwise you would need a pump to get the water uphill.

Left-over water from cooking and drinking is relished by plants. Black coffee gives a nice shot of acid to hydrangeas and gardenias. Saving shower water while waiting for it to heat is better than letting it go down the drain. Plants like it, and cisterns can store it, and your used soapy water can clean the floors! Do time your showers.

A timed drip system with spigots set at each plant is ideal. Group plants with similar water needs together.

The drip system is far more efficient

Cisterns posted at each downspout save water for future usage.

that watering by hose. If you do have a hose, make certain the nozzle shuts off when you release the handle.

Watering systems should go on early in the morning, just before dawn, to mitigate evaporation. Sprinklers should not go on unless the ground is dry. A moisture probe is a good investment since our heaviest rainfall doesn’t seem to penetrate more than one inch into the soil.

We need to abandon our lovely English gardens and learn to like succulents instead. If you think of them as sculptures with color and texture, you may find them more appealing.

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recycled paper will save 637 gallons of water as opposed to virgin paper.

A compost bin for greens from garden and kitchen saves water instead of using the garbage disposal.

In fact, save the garbage disposal for things that will stink. Everything else belongs in the trash. Separate the greens from the meat, dairy, eggs, fish and poultry before you head to the sink. Put the greens out for compost and let the trash collectors have most of the rest. Filling the sink with clear water and using it for prewashing dishes before they go in the dishwasher. A dog can ready a plate for the dishwasher with his tongue.

You can save water in the way you use your washing machines and dishwashers. Always run full loads.

Do not use the extra rinse cycles.

Light washing cycles do just as good a job and use far less water. All this talk about saving water has become tiresome. Sadly, it is a fact of life.

Even our wild fires are affected by our drought. We must do what we can to save.

Join us September 23 from 6 to 8 at 4070 Jackdaw Mission Hills United Church of Christ. This will be an open house for new and renewing members and guests.

Vendors will have giveaways, special prices and information.•

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Teams Up with Local Restaurants to Raise Funds At the beginning of the summer, St. Vincent de Paul School partnered with local restaurants to raise much needed funds for the school.

Parents and community members supported the school’s Just Lift A Fork fundraiser by dining at local Mission Hills restaurants–Brooklyn Girl Eatery, Lefty’s Chicago Pizzeria, and The Patio & The Front Porch.

Approximately $1,300 was raised from the event to purchase ActiVote and ActiveExpressions interactive student controllers for use with the Promethean interactive white boards. This equipment provides the opportunity for transformational use of technology in the classroom.

“We are thankful for the generous support from these local restaurants,” said Sister Kathleen Walsh, principal of St. Vincent de Paul School. “It was a great opportunity to raise much needed funds to benefit our students at St. Vincent de Paul School by providing enhanced use of technology.”

St. Vincent de Paul School is a Catholic, co-educational elementary school, founded in 1948 in the Mission Hills neighborhood of San Diego. Accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, St. Vincent’s services children from Preschool through Eighth Grade.

For more information about the school, visit www.svscatholic.org or call 619.296.2222.•

Fiestas Patrias

Experience a Traditional Mexican Independence Celebration It’s that time again to head to Old Town San Diego State Historic Park to celebrate Mexican Independence. This year the annual festivities commence with the ringing of the bell at the historic Casa de Estudillo on Saturday, September 12, 2015. The festivities take place from noon to 4 p.m.

This free festival commemorates an important day in early San Diego history when Alta California was still part of Mexico–declared independence from Spain in 1821.

The exciting and colorful Fiestas Patrias parade kicks off the festivities that will include the Escaramuzas, traditional women equestrians.

Following the parade, there will be a variety of entertainment, including historic and traditional music and dance groups, crafts, games and informational demonstrations that represent the activities enjoyed by the early settlers on San Diego in the 1800s. The award winning Chula Vista High School Mariachis will perform during the day.

Park guests can relax and picnic in the grassy area in front of the stage that will be filled with spectacular musical entertainment and piñatas for children.

The event is sponsored by California State Parks, Boosters of Old Town, and the Old Town business community.

The park is located on San Diego Avenue and Twiggs Street. For information, visit www.parks.ca.gov/oldtownsandiego or call 619.220.5422.•

Expect lots of cultural activities throughout the day.

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San Diego Central Library Provides Setting

The Emilio Nares Foundation (ENF), a San Diego-based nonprofit dedicated to helping navigate families through their child’s journey with cancer, will host the 12th annual “Harvest for Hope” from 1 to 4 p.m., Sunday, September 13 at San Diego Central Library. Guests can expect gourmet food and beverage stations, a live and silent auction, local musicians Lori Bell and Ron Satterfield presented by Croce’s Park West.

The event includes unlimited tastings from San Diego’s finest restaurants and beverage purveyors to raise funds for ENF, whose co-founder, Richard Nares, was named a “Top 10 CNN Hero.”

“It’s hard to believe 12 years have gone by since a group of local chefs and restaurant owners first joined forces to create Harvest for Hope to help my husband Richard and I get ENF off the ground,” said Diane Nares, co-founder of ENF. Richard and Diane Nares lost their only son, Emilio, to cancer when he was 5-years-old. Turning tragedy into hope, the Nares family created the Emilio Nares Foundation (ENF) in 2003. Today, ENF provides a variety of programs and services for more than 5,000 low-income, underprivileged patients and families who have a child battling cancer. “Ride with Emilio” is ENF’s flagship program that provides a van to transport children and their parents to and from the hospital for chemotherapy treatments and other medical appointments.

This year’s honorees include the Corrao Group and D.W. Hearst Jr. Foundation. Carlo Cecchetto, KFMB/CBS8 Evening News Anchor, is the master of ceremonies.

Sponsors to date include John and Nancy Jo Cappetta, Paul Hastings, LLP, Manchester Financial Group, Banfi Vintners, Eric & Amy Sahn, and Ranta Consulting.

For more information on how to become a sponsor, to purchase tickets, or make a donation visit: HarvestforHope2015.org, call 760.310.9467 or email Heidi@enfhope.org.•

Past honoree, Randi Hosking (left) is pictured with Diane Nares and Richard Nares.

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The Taste of Old Town event, presented by Tequila Herradura last year, will return to the streets of Old Town San Diego on Thursday, Sept.10, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Event chairperson Chuck Ross of Old Town Family Hospitality Corp., the Cosmopolitan Hotel and Fiesta de Reyes said the inaugural event surpassed all expectations last fall and 13 restaurants in Old Town are preparing for the second-annual Taste of Old Town.

“San Diegans blazed through the streets of Old Town last year for the sell-out event, sampling selections of spirits and beer paired with culinary specialties,” Ross said.

Produced by the Old Town Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by Tequila Herradura, Taste of Old Town tickets are now on sale for $35 per person at tasteofoldtown.com. Designated drivers can purchase food-only tickets for $25. Ross said prices will go up $5 if people wait until the day of the event and they may risk missing out altogether.

Old Town Trolley Tours will be providing free shuttle service throughout the event, so that attendees can be sure to visit each of the participating restaurants. Restaurants, tequila brands and other Old Town businesses are also providing a variety of raffle prizes.

Participating restaurants in 2015 are The Alamo, Barra Barra Saloon, Cafe Coyote, Casa de Reyes, Casa Guadalajara, Cosmopolitan Hotel & Restaurant, El Patio de Old Town, Fred’s Mexican Café, Miguel’s Cocina, Old Town Mexican Café, Old Town Tequila Factory, Rockin Baja, Rust General Store & Bistro.•

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Guests of the Taste of Old Town event will enjoy lots of flavorful dishes.

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Mission Hills Music & Arts Festival

The Mission Hills Music & Arts Festival, which took place this past August 15 at Pioneer/Mission Hills Park, provided live music by Breezn, a fashion show by Oseas Villatoro, dance performance by Center Stage Dance Studio and musical theatre performances by Visionary School for the Performing Arts.

Guests also enjoyed arts and crafts: painters, photographers, writers, pottery makers, purse designers and fashion designs. The day was filled with visual, auditory and kinetic energy.

Sponsors for the event included Center Stage Dance Studio, Visionary School for the Performing Arts, Powers Plumbing, Presidio Sentinel, VCA Hillcrest Animal Hospital and Mission Hills Nursery.•

Oseas Villatoro, fashion designer (center), shared his latest creations.

Visionary School for the Performing Arts sang and danced to “Hairspray.”

Center Stage Dance Studio brought lots of energy, skills and talents to the dance floor.

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Cygnet’s tradition of shows performed in rotating rep continues with Noë l Coward’s “Hay Fever” (director Rob Lutfy ) and “The Vortex” (director Sean Murray). These two plays turned Coward into an overnight sensation, one light and madcap, the other dark and shocking.

Written at the same time, they represent opposite sides of Coward’s talent. San Diego favorite Rosina Reynolds takes on the strong female roles in both these productions.

Opening night for both productions is Saturday, October 3rd at 3 p.m. (“Hay Fever”) and 8 pm (“The Vortex”).

“Hay Fever,” is the story of a retired stage star Judith Bliss, her novelist husband and their two bohemian adult children who have each invited houseguests for the weekend. But as the Blisses indulge their artistic eccentricities in a hilarious whirlwind of flirtation and histrionics, the guests begin to wonder if they’ve landed in a madhouse–and if they can survive with their own wits intact.

Set in an English country house in the 1920’s, Noel Coward’s Hilarious comedy of bad manners has been a favorite amongst theatregoers ever since it first dazzled London’s West End in 1925.

“The Vortex” starts with Nicky Lancaster bringing his elegant fiancée, Bunty, home Rosina Reynolds stars in both “The Vortex” to introduce her to and “Hay Fever.” Photo by Daren Scott. his famous mother, stage actress Florence Lancaster. Nicky is shocked to discover that Florence has taken a much younger lover, and when Bunty ditches Nicky to run off with his mother’s boy-toy, both are forced to confront the truth about themselves. Noel Coward’s first commercially successful hit, “The Vortex” premiered in 1924 in London, and its scandalous subject matter of drug abuse, repressed homosexuality, nymphomania and Oedipal jealousy made Coward an overnight sensation.

Joining Reynolds are Charles Evans, Jr. in the dual roles of Nicky Lancaster and Simon Bliss (“My Fair Lady,” “A Christmas Carol,”) and Rachael VanWormer as both Bunty Mainwaring and Sorel Bliss (“The Importance of Being Earnest,”). All making their Cygnet debuts, the cast is rounded out byRhona Gold, AJ Jones, James Saba, Lauren King Thompson, Jill Van Velzer, and Paul Eggington.

The production team features costume design by Jacinda Johnston-Fischer, set design by Sean Fanning, lighting design by R. Craig Wolf, sound design

by Matt Lescault-Wood, and properties design by Syd Stevens. Jennifer Kozumplik will stage manage.

Performances dates are September 23 through November 8.

For more information, contact the box office at 619.337.1525 or visit www.cygnettheatre.com. Tickets may be purchased in person at the box office located at 4040 Twiggs Street.•

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“Violet,” a modern fairy tale musical composed by 2015 Jeanine Tesori, based on “The Ugliest Pilgrim” by Doris Betts, comes to the Lyceum Stage and runs through Sunday, September 13, 2015. The Lyceum Stage is at San Diego REPertory Theatre, 79 Horton Plaza in downtown San Diego.

The winner of the Drama Critics’ Circle Award for Best Musical, “Violet” is a production filled with show Tony Award Winner-stopping anthems of the 1960’s American south.

Violet has been scarred most of her life. At age 13, a freak accident left her face disfigured. As she matures in the hills of North Carolina, Violet dreams of becoming beautiful. Her faith convinces her that a televangelist in Tulsa can heal her. As she turns 25, Violet hops a bus and begins the journey towards what she is sure will be a miraculous transformation. On the road Violet discovers the true meaning of beauty–what can be seen and can’t.

The vibrant score features country, blues, gospel and honky-tonk rock from one of most applauded composers of contemporary musical theatre, Jeanine Tesori The San Diego REP production features Hannah Corrigan as Violet, and Katelyn Katz as Young Violet, Jason Maddy as Father, Jacob Caltrider as Monty, Rhett George as Flick, Melinda Gilb as Old Lady and Hotel Hooker, Jason Heil as Preacher, Anise Ritchie as Musical Hall Singer, Tanika Baptiste as Landlady and Gospel Soloist, Bryan Banville as Billy Dean, Waiter and Radio Singer, and Kürt Norby as Leroy, Waiter, Radio Singer and Earl.

Production and Design team includes: Sam Woodhouse (Director), Korrie Palliotto (Musical Director), Javier Velasco (Choreographer), Guilio Perrone (Scenic Design), Jeanie Reith (Costume Design, Trevor Norton (Lighting Design), Kevin Anthenill (Sound and Projection Design), Patrice Amon (Dramaturg), Jacole Kitchen (Casting Director), and John Anderson (Production Manager).

Tickets are available for purchase online at www.sdrep.org or by calling 619.544.1000.•

The San Diego REP production features Hannah Corrigan as Violet, and Katelyn Katz as Young Violet.

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Landmark Theatres Inspired by a true story, “Learning to Drive” stars Patricia Clarkson and Academy Award winner Ben Kingsley (Gandhi) in a feel-good comedy about an improbable friendship. Wendy (Clarkson) is a fiery Manhattan author whose husband has just left her for a younger woman; Darwan (Kingsley) is a soft-spoken taxi driver from India on the verge of an arranged marriage.

As Wendy sets out to reclaim her independence, she runs into a barrier common to many lifelong New Yorkers: she’s never learned to drive. When Wendy

hires Darwan to teach her, her unraveling life and his calm restraint seem like an awkward fit. But as he shows her how to take control of the wheel, and she coaches him on how to impress a woman, their unlikely friendship awakens them to the joy, humor and love in starting life anew.

The film is 105 minutes long, Rated R and opens Friday, September 4 at Landmark’s Hillcrest Cinema. 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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Old Globe The Old Globe will open its 2015-2016 Season with In Your Arms, a World Premiere dance-theatre musical featuring direction and choreography by Tony Award winner Christopher Gattelli (“Godspell,” Lincoln Center Theater’s “The King and I” and “South Pacific”) and original music by Tony Award winner Stephen Flaherty (“Ragtime,” twotime Oscar nominee for “Anastasia”).

Co-conceived by Gattelli and Jennifer Manocherian, with lyrics by Tony and Emmy Award winner Lynn Ahrens, “In Your Arms” features 10 dance vignettes written by an incredible and diverse lineup of theatre powerhouses, including Douglas Carter Beane, Nilo Cruz, Christopher Durang, Carrie Fisher, David Henry Hwang, Rajiv Joseph, Terrence McNally,Marsha Norman, Lynn Nottage, and Alfred Uhry. Among them the company can claim 18 Tony Awards, 4 Pulitzer Prizes, 6 Pulitzer finalist distinctions, 3 Emmy Awards, and 2 Academy Awards.

Preview performances run September 16 through 23. Opening night is Thursday, September 24.

“In Your Arms” is a sweeping and romantic evening of theatre created by an unprecedented constellation of America’s preeminent writers for the stage.

Ten dance vignettes tell wordless stories of love, yearning, and romance, and constitute a magical evening of movement and music performed by a cast of 22 talented dancers. Each vignette takes place in a different place and time, and the 10 dances range from duets to large ensemble numbers.

Thrilling styles of dance from classical ballet to swing, tap to tango, rock ’n’ roll to Charleston, modern to jazz are celebrated with verve and nuance.

The emotional canvas of the stories is vast: some are funny, some are sad, and some are enchanting, but all delve deep into that most essential of human emotions: love.

The Old Globe is located in San Diego’s Balboa Park at 1363 Old Globe Way. For directions and up-to-date information, please visit www.TheOldGlobe.org/Directions.•

“Learning to Drive” stars Ben Kingsley and Patricia Clarkson.

Stephen Bienskie and Jenn Harris with cast members of “In Your Arms.”

Photo provided by Buck Lewis; courtesy of New York Stage and Film & Vassar’s Powerhouse Theater.

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I’m Too Young…

By Laura Walcher Yeow.

There’s something about August. Are more babies born in August than any other month? Someone’s probably done some useless study. I attribute its possibility–if not probability–to the cold, early sunset months of December.

But I already digress. My August birthday was kind’ve shocking. I was much too young for it, tho’ I accepted, if not embraced it–with steely grace and not much whining.

I shared the family celebration with one other of us, who became 51. Now that’s a tuning-into-seniority number. He put a bold face on the occasion, but I could tell he was hiding a little chagrin. I wouldn’t reach my next birthday if I gave you his name. This is very sensitive stuff.

These days, playing my flute constitutes great pleasure with serious remorse, idiotically having given it up for decades in the wake of career and family fostering. Did I recover my former expertise? I only recovered not embarrassing myself, and by now, I’ve discovered Aleve, one of my best new friends.

(Thanks, Mom.)

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Good news in August happened when, in the park with Fen, we met a tall, good-looking fellow dog-walker, who remembered me–by my hair. He pulled out his I-phone to show me how he’d copied it for dressing up as a woman for Comic-Con. But, he said, he’d had one problem. “How,” he pleaded, “did you get the white part so white?”

Well, that cheered me up.

“Just wait,” I said.

Technology and entertainment constitute my greatest contemporary challenges. Even tho’ I have Mr. W., the techno-genius, in house, what am I to do if he’s walking the dog? My computer declares, “NOT CONNECTED TO THE NETWORK.” “TRY AGAIN.” Yeah, right. When I “try again,” it says, “try again.” If he tries again, the computer falls to its knees in obeisance.

(Fortunately, per making my Presidio Sentinel deadlines.)

Here’s a test: Who are OMI, The Hills, The Weekend, Silento, Major Lazer and DJ Snake? This list of Billboard’s Music Awards’ star performers will only drop into my consciousness via social media–thereby combining the contemporary frustrations of technology and entertainment.

Every now and then, my sister in Columbus sends me a list of her ordinary schedule, her activities for the day, the week, sometimes just for one evening. Here’s a tiny excerpt: “… yesterday. You would’ve loved it. 10:30 a.m., annual dance concert down at Riffe Center it was FANTASTIC. I grabbed a little lunch and raced to Duxberry school–across city–for their annual arts day and I was their “guest artist” so I had a few big workshops with kids (through the day , not just me, but mine were mucho fun and wow- those kids full of beyond belief energy. Home around 5, (BF) made good supper- I brushed my teeth, met my friend Sarni at annual African dance concert–may go see it again Sunday afternoon. Wish you could have been there. It was unreal.”

I had to edit this, of course, to spare you the exuberance of her chaotic punctuation. Not that she’s illiterate. Just excited.

Wish, too, I’d been there. She’s a model of her favorite line, which, tho’ being the struggling, imitative little sister, I yearn to live: “I’m too young, to be this old!”

On another note, I recently won the Society for Professional Journalist’s third place award for Presidio Sentinel columns, 2014–2015.

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the Patio on Goldfinch

Fashion Week San Diego® (FWSD), California’s biggest fashion event, is presenting Glamour on Goldfinch, an ongoing Saturday brunch series held at the Patio on Goldfinch in Mission Hills, a pet friendly, upscale restaurant. The next ‘Glamour on Goldfinch’ brunch, featuring FSWD 2015 Designer Lady Lane, will take place on Saturday, Sept. 5, leading up to FWSD’s Fall Runway Shows.

The signature annual Runway Shows will be held Oct. 1 through Oct. 4 in La Jolla, with the ‘Haute Dog®’ fashion show, featuring adoptable animals from a local humane society, taking place on Saturday, Oct. 3. Limited tickets are still available and can be purchased on www.fashionweeksd.com.

In addition to a specially-crafted menu from Corporate Executive Chef John Medall, guests

will enjoy informal modeling from FWSD2015 Designer TaSanni, shopping opportunities and custom ‘Bubbles & Bling’ Champaign cocktails.

Sample menu items will include Bourbon Dutch pancakes, shrimp & grits, Grand Marnier French toast and a house cured lox sandwich.

“The Patio on Goldfinch is the perfect partner and ideal location for our new brunch series,” said Allison Andrews, founder and director of Fashion Week San Diego. “Not only will these events bring the local community together with great food and company, but attendees will get a chance to meet some of our amazing designers and be a part of Fashion Week San Diego.”

Outside of the menu pricing, there is no added cost to attend the event. Guests are welcome to come any time between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.

and are encouraged to make reservations. Valet parking is available during the fashion show.

“The Patio Group has always made it priority to support the community, and it is great to have Fashion Week San Diego’s support with a Fashion Show at our beautiful restaurant,” said Chris Simmons, general manager at The Patio on Goldfinch.

Reservations for the Sept. 5 event can be made by calling 619.501.5090 or emailing the restaurant at thepatioongoldfinch.com. The Patio on Goldfinch is located at 4020 Goldfinch Street, San Diego, Calif., 92103.

For more information on Fashion Week San Diego, visit www.fashionweeksd.com.•

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Sudberry Properties, developer of the urbanstyle village of Civita in Mission Valley, announced that Hazard Construction Company commenced construction today on the first two phases of Civita Park, a public park designed to serve as the centerpiece of the community. The 14.3-acre park, which will be operated by the Civita Maintenance Assessment District, is located at the intersection of Civita Boulevard and Russell Parkway.

The multi-level park, which cascades down the former quarry site, was designed by Schmidt Design Group, Inc., of San Diego, a firm noted for its sustainable design of public spaces and parks. Planned to cater to both active and passive uses, group activities and solo relaxation, the future park incorporates ideas from hundreds of local residents collected from a series of public meetings.

The park will be built in phases, with Phase I and IV, totaling about 10 acres, completed in about 16 months, explained Radelow. “Phase I is planned to include a large central plaza that accommodate a variety of active and passive activities. It is also designed with rose gardens, a military tribute with a 100-foot-tall flagpole, an outdoor grassy amphitheater with a dramatic stage design, a recirculating interactive water feature and a game area with chess, ping pong and other activities. The plaza is accented by a number of vine-covered shaded trellis areas,” Radelow said.

Other areas now under construction in Phase I will feature a large open field for casual sports play, two basketball half courts and a community garden. The southern and eastern border of the park will feature a formal tree-sheltered promenade.

Artist’s rendering of detail of Civita Park.

The park’s Phase IV, which is also under construction, is located at the top of the property near the summit of Via Alta. This phase, which will also be accessible to pedestrians from Serra Mesa, is planned to include passive parkland and a dog park for large and small dogs. This portion of the park will be connected to the southern portion by a pathway.

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Future phases of Civita Park will include separate children’s play areas for toddlers and youngsters, a plaza that will showcase equipment from the site’s mining past, a tree-shaded picnic grove, interpretive gardens crisscrossed with trails, scenic lookouts and restrooms.”

Updates on construction progress will be available at CivitaLife.com.•

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As in, that dream is not happening.

Here is the core realization that needs to sink in: whatever you want to happen is not going to happen. Drat, but true.

But even with that realization, there’s a bright spot. Consider this: whatever it was that didn’t happen that you wanted to have happen leaves you sad. Okay, yes, sad perhaps, sad for a while, okay, fine, but then eventually you arrive at “Next!”

You make openings for your “Next!” by letting go of what is “done-done.”

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“The best part,” says Kenny Loggins of that meeting with Gary Burr as he wrote for “How About Now,” his well-received 2008 release, “was that when we sang together, we sounded like brothers. The last time I experienced that kind of blend was with Jimmy Messina in 1971.”

Loggins, one of the premiere voices in modern popular music, called Burr, one of Nashville’s most accomplished writers, afterward and asked if he’d like to form a band. Then he suggested they look for a third, female voice.

“I’ve got the perfect person,” said Burr.

“Georgia Middleman. She’s the best I’ve ever worked with.” Loggins flew to Nashville and the three sat down to write.

“What a meeting!” says Loggins. “We wrote our first song and were singing with a threepart blend that comes once in a lifetime.”

With that, Blue Sky Riders was a reality.

Middleman, a renowned singer/songwriter, says the experience has reminded her of the Joseph Campbell line, “Follow your bliss and the universe will open doors for you where there were only walls.”

“I’m definitely looking bliss in the eye right now,” she says.

All three sing lead amid the three-part harmonies that told each of them from the Kenny Loggins (left to right), Georgia Middleman and Gary Burr are the Blue Sky Riders. beginning that they had something special.

For Loggins, Blue Sky Riders is a new creative step forward in a career filled with magic moments. His hits, early on as half of Loggins and Messina and then as a solo artist, include “Danny’s Song,” “House at Pooh Corner,” “Your Mama Don’t Dance,” “Angry Eyes,” “Whenever I Call You Friend” (with Stevie Nicks) and “This Is It,” a series of movie theme songs, including “I’m Alright” (Caddyshack), “Footloose”(Footloose), “Danger Zone” (Top Gun), and “Nobody’s Fool” (Caddyshack II), and later AC smashes including “Conviction of the Heart,” “The Real Thing,” “If You Believe” and “For the First Time.” His songs have been covered by artists including Barbra Streisand, Lynn Anderson, Anne Murray and the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band. Loggins and Michael McDonald co-wrote “What A Fool Believes,” which received a Grammy for Song of the Year, and “This Is It,” which earned Loggins a Grammy for Best Male Pop Vocal.

Burr has been named Songwriter of the Year by ASCAP, Billboard and NSAI. His hits include Juice Newton’s “Love’s Been a Little Bit Hard on Me,” Conway Twitty’s “That’s My Job” and Wynonna’s “To Be Loved By You,” and his songs have been covered by LeAnn Rimes, Faith Hill, Randy Travis, Reba McEntire, George Jones, Garth Brooks, Ricky Skaggs and Lynyrd Skynyrd, among many others.

He has written and performed with Ringo Starr, had a worldwide hit with the Ricky Martin/Christina Aguilera smash “Nobody Wants to be Lonely,” and topped the charts with Kelly Clarkson’s “Before Your Love” and Clay Aiken’s “This is the Night.” He has toured with Carole King and produced Olivia Newton John, and early in his career spent three years as lead singer of Pure Prairie League.

Sponsored by the Clipper Club of La Jolla Presbyterian Church Middleman was still a teenager when she began opening for artists like Willie Nelson and Merle Haggard. Drawn to Nashville’s creative energy, she quickly landed a publishing deal with Polygram and released the well-received “Endless Possibilities” on Giant Records. She wrote Keith Urban’s 2010 charttopper “I’m In,” and singles including Tracy Lawrence’s “It’s All How You Look At It” and Sarah Buxton’s “Innocence.” Her songs have been recorded by Faith Hill, Martina McBride, Reba McEntire, Terri Clark, Mark Chesnutt and Joe Nichols, among many others. She has toured with Radney Foster In Commemoration of 9/11 - Celebrating the Human Spirit and sung backup for Jack Ingram, Marty Raybon, the Warren Brothers and many A Very Special Evening of Inspirational Music other Nashville artists.

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By David Rottenberg

The Melting Pot

“Someday, I’ll ask you to marry me!” That was my “romantic” proposal to the wonderful woman who agreed to share her life with me.

It was the ‘60s, a time when fondue was the cuisine du jour. Fondue is defined as “a sauce like dish of Swiss origin made with melted cheese and seasonings together with dry white wine in a communal heated pot, usually flavored with kirsch: served as a hot dip for pieces of bread.”

Variations of dipping materials include fish and meat. Oil replaces cheese for cooking the latter. And, for dessert, nothing can replace melted hot chocolate to coat pieces of fruit or even cake.

Items for cooking at stuck to long forks, which are then inserted into the bubbly cooking medium. Yes, diners do their own cooking, but it makes for great sharing and conversation.

My wife-to-be understood that the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach (especially that of a future food writer) so she occasionally prepared fondue for us to enjoy during quiet evenings. Naturally (and quite crafty), she spiked her cheese fondue with lots of potent “kirsch”, a cherry liquor that adds wonderful flavor to the dish.

Cheese fondue first appeared in cooking literature in Switzerland in 1699.

But, even though it was considered the Swiss national dish, it didn’t hit the big time until the 1930s, when it was promoted by the cheese industry to sell more cheese product. It became very popular in the United States in 1964, following its promotion at the New York World’s Fair.

After my kirsch-induced exclamation, my wife-to-be replied, “someday when you ask, I’ll say yes.” She called her mother the next morning to say, “I think I’m engaged.” Now, almost 50 years later, we still joke about it.

Those memories were very much in mind as we enjoyed dinner at The Melting Pot at the Aventine at UTC. It is part of a chain of over 135 restaurants, both national and international, that specialize in fondue. David Cohn, who owns so many restaurants around San Diego, like Corvette Diner and Blue Point, has interests in several, including the one in the Gaslamp.

The location at the Aventine looks deceptive. A small patio at the entrance faces the circular parking area but leads into a long narrow interior before exposing a large and comfortable rear outdoor patio. It looks small but the restaurant has more indoor seating capacity both upstairs and downstairs.

Each table is set with a heating base and a metal pot. The electric base generates enough heat to melt the cheese and chocolate as well as to heat the oil. Raw food, vegetables and chunks of bread are served bite size for easy, fast cooking. Cheese is shredded for faster melting. Large two-tined forks are provided to hold the food in the cooking medium.

Fresh and healthy salads are included in the offerings.

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Six types of cheeses are available for cooking.

They range from basic aged cheddar, with lager beer and garlic, to bacon and jalapeno, served with gruyere, raclette and fontina cheeses. We selected the Classic Alpine combination with gruyere, raclette and fontina cheeses combined with garlic and white wine.

That is the fundamental way the dish was prepared.

Entrees–items like salmon, shrimp, sausage, filet mignon, pork, chicken and pasta like ravioli and potstickers–come raw. But they are not to be cooked in melted cheese. Four premium cooking styles– in other words, broths–are offered for that purpose.

The free preparation is a vegetable broth. The others are a garlicky “mojo,” a spice-infused red wine and the traditional oil (a tran-fat canola oil). The three nonvegetable bullion media are priced individually.

We selected the free Staff serves food with a smile at The Melting Pot. bullion with chicken, salmon and potsticker entrees. It became important to allow adequate cooking time for each different item, including the veggies that came with the entrees. Otherwise, the full flavor of each entree would not emerge. But, the flavor and odor of the vegetable broth was very strong and overpowered some of the entree taste.

Ordering dishes a la carte can become expensive. So, there is a deal —the four course experience. One may order one type of cheese fondue, one type of salad, one entree from a special list, and one chocolate fondue.

The four course entree list offers combinations of individual entrees. For example, “surf and turf” pairs lobster with filet. Steak lovers combines filet with two types of sirloin. Again, these are priced individually.

And then there’s dessert. The menu offers a selection of dark and white chocolates, melted, into which fruits and pound cake can be dipped. Being purists, we opted for the pure dark chocolate that was hearty, both sweet and bitter, coating bits of fruit to create candied bites that brought a perfect close to the evening.

The Melting Pot is casual and fun. Table top cooking can lead to sharing, conversation and laughter. And romance. The final tab (the bill at the end of the meal) can range from moderate to expensive but we experienced excellent, attentive service and had a great time, reveling in the memories of long ago.

Reservations are recommended. Self parking at the Aventine is validated.

Valet parking is not.

The Gaslamp location is at 801 5th Avenue. Call 619.234.5554 for information and reservations. The location at the Aventine is at 8980 University Center Lane. Call 858.638.1700 for information and reservations.•

The signature melting pot provides the vessel for preparing meals.

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September 2015 n theNAT, San Diego National History Museum, located at 1788

El Prado in Balboa Park, has a new permanent exhibition: Coast to Cactus in Southern California tells the story of this amazing region we call home. San Diego is known for its incredibly diverse terrain, ranging from the beaches and chaparral near the coast, to the mountains and the desert farther afield. For information, visit www.sdnat.org.

Thru September 7 n Reuben H Fleet Science Center, located at 1875 El Prado in

Balboa Park, presents Circus–Science Under the Big Top. Discover the science behind the spectacle while performing acrobatics in mid-air, learning the art of contortion and performing spectacular feats of strength. Call 619.238.1233 or visit www.rhfleet.org for ticket and times information.

Thru September 11 n The Timken Museum of Art has on exhibit “Johannes Vermeer,” an exhibition featuring “Women in Blue Reading a Letter,” which is just one of about 36 known paintings by the worldclass artist. For information, visit www.timkenmuseum.org.

Thru September 13 n San Diego Air & Space Museum located at 2001 Pan American

Plaza, Balboa Park is proud to present 2thXtreme–MathAlive!

A ground-breaking exhibition, jam-packed with handson, interactive experiences that explore the FUN (and the Xtreme!) in the world of mathematics, science, technology, and engineering. Visit www.sandiegoairandspace.org or call 619.234.8291 for information. n theNAT, San Diego National History Museum, at 1788 El Prado, Balboa Park, is having its photography exhibition–2014 Birds of the World, a photography exhibition featuring 70 works by 14 award-winning wildlife photographers. This will be a global collection of photographers showing birds from every continent. For information, visit www.sdnat.org. n Museum of Photographic Arts, at 1649 El Prado, Balboa Park, presents a groundbreaking, multimedia exhibition: 7 Billion Others, that brings together voices and video portraits from over 6,000 individuals in filmed in 84 countries by nearly 20 directors, posing many thought-provoking questions regarding the human condition. Visit www.mopa.org or call 619.238.7559 for information.

Thru September 21 n Save Our Heritage Organization presents a series of Plein air art shows outdoors at the Marston House Museum & Gardens, located at 3525 7th Ave., San Diego. The opening of Art of the Park: 100 years of Art in the Park (1915-2015), one of SOHO’s 1915 Panama-California Exposition Centennial exhibitions on view. The major exhibition traces portraits of the park in seldom-seen plein air paintings by well-known and nearly “lost” San Diego artists over many decades. For ticket information, visit www.sohosandigo.org or call 619.297.9327.

Thru September 25 n San Diego Automotive Museum, at 2080 Pan American Plaza,

Balboa Park, presents: Balboa Park, Post War….Fins and Wings.

This exhibit features cars that illustrate the innovative car designs that flourished during the prosperous years following World War II. Cars were bigger, roads were better, and American took to the street and highways with a new passion for driving. For information, visit www.sdautomuseum.org.

Thru September 26 n The Gaslamp Quarter Historical Foundation at the William

Heath Davis House, 410 Island Avenue, recognizes the Centennial Anniversary of the Panama-California Exposition with this new exhibit. Exploring the effort concerned citizens of San Diego made to impress the visiting world community 100 years ago, this exhibit examines the circumstances a once-fledgling city on the edge of unprecedented notoriety faced before the historic exposition. For times and tickets, visit www.gaslampfoundation.org.

Thru October 31 n theNAT, San Diego National History Museum, at 1788 El

Prado, Balboa Park, presents an extraordinary adventure into magical worlds beneath our feet that most of us never see. From BBC Earth and narrated by Stephen Fry. Tiny Giants 3D in the story of a day in the life of two little heroes, a scorpion mouse and a chipmunk. All films are included with paid admission and always free for members.

Thru November n Save Our Heritage Organization will present two engaging

Balboa Park History exhibitions at the Marston House Museum and Gardens located at 3525 7th Ave., San Diego, in celebration of the 1915 Panama-California Exposition Centennial. Souvenirs & Keepsakes: Memorabilia of the 1915 & 1935 Expositions and Balboa Park Exposition Designers 1915–1935: The Making of the Dream City may be purchased at www.sohosandiego.org or by calling 619.297.9327.

Thru December n San Diego History Center, located at 1649 El Prado #3, Balboa

Park, will have two projects that run through December. The first is: The Ingenious Dr. Seuss–A colorful and fantastical exhibition that immerses families in the world of Dr. Seuss, illuminating him as the world’s most beloved children’s author and an artist in his own right. The second is: Balboa Park: Jewel of San Diego–an engaging 30-minute documentary that explores key moments and legendary figures in Balbo Park’s 100 year history. For information, visit www.sandiegohistory.org or call 619.232.6203. n Spanish Village Art Center, located at 1770 Village Place, Balboa Park, presents the Community Spirit: History of an Arts Village–An exhibit in Gallery 21 and walking tour of the Spanish Village that explores the center’s 80-year history and its rich art and architecture. For information, visit www. spanishvillageart.com or call 619.233.9050. n Spreckels Organ Society at Balboa Park invites you to a Sunday Afternoon Concert (weekly through 2015 at 2 p.m.). The free onehour organ concerts featuring guest artists, original compositions, and other performance elements; webcast live on Ustream. n Veteran’s Museum and Memorial Center, located at 2115 Park Blvd., San Diego, presents Hold at All Costs: The Battle for Outpost Harry. A memorial exhibition covers one of the last major battles of the Korean War, when U.S. and allied troops held their ground against attempts to gain territory prior to the armistice agreement. Visit www.veteranmuseum.org for information or call 619.239.2300.

September 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 n Linda Vista Branch Library, located at 2160 Ulric St., San

Diego, presents Do Your Homework at The Library from 3 to 6 p.m. You’ve got homework? We’ve got help! Students (K-8) can receive free personalized assistance. For information, call 858.543.1399. n Linda Vista Branch Library, located at 2160 Ulric St., San Diego, presents Hopscotch for Tiny Tots from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Join Miss Kim for a fantastical fun program containing crafts, music, and stories for babies and toddlers. For information, call 858.543.1399.

September 1, 15, 22 and 29 n Mission Valley Branch Library, located at 2123 Fenton Parkway, San Diego, will hold Yoga for Adults and Teens from 6 to 7 p.m.

Learn yoga, an easy to learn workout program that requires little or no equipment and soothes your soul while toning your body. Call 858.573.5007 for information.

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September 1 thru 26 n The Studio Door at 3750 30th Street, North Park, San Diego,

will celebrate The Sound and The Sights of Today’s Jazz. This visual arts showcase, deliberate distortions: Jazz in today art opens with an artists’ reception at 6 p.m. September 4 and a musical evening with Stage 4 at 7 p.m., September 5. For information, visit www.TheStudioDoor.com.

September 2, 9, 16, 23, & 30 n Linda Vista Branch Library, located at 2160 Ulric St., San Diego,

presents The Fight Club from 5 to 6 p.m. for adults. The program and will share mixed martial arts and the many contributing factors that make fighters great: from styles to fitness programs, mental toughness to intestinal fortitude, well-roundedness to playing to one’s limited but auspicious strengths. Video and literature will be used to enhance the analysis and discussion.

For information, call 858.543.1399. n Mission Valley Branch Library, located at 2123 Fenton Parkway, San Diego, will have a Sumi-e Art Class from 2:30 to 5 p.m.

Learn the classical Japanese style of ink and brush. This course is for adults and seniors; call 858.573.5007 for information.

September 3 n Third Annual CityBeat Film Festival is back and in Balboa

Park. A showcase for locally produced short films, this year, the festival moves to a new home, the beautiful Joan & Irwin Jacobs Theatre, located inside the Museum of Photographic Arts at 1649 El Prado, Balboa Park. Doors open at 7 p.m. with a short reception of filmmakers and guests, followed by the screening of the 27 festival films which last no longer than five minutes. Light hors d’oerves will be served at the reception; adult beverages will be available at a no-host bar. Tickets are on sale at www.sdcitybeat.com or call 619.281.7526 x 103.

September 3, 10, 17, & 24 n Mission Valley Branch Library, located at 2123 Fenton Parkway,

San Diego, will hold a Preschool Story Time from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Preschoolers are invited to a story time, then a fun craft right after. Call 858.573.5007 for information. n Linda Vista Branch Library, located at 2160 Ulric St., San Diego, presents Hatha Yoga for Adults from 11 a.m. to noon with Aryn Rannazzisi who leads a gentle paced class combining breath work and postures to promote strength, flexibility and balance.

This all-level class will include inversions, backbends and sun salutations. Please bring a mat or large towel and a hand towel or strap to class. For adults and seniors. For information, call 858.543.1399.

September 4, 5, 6 & 7 n U.S. Sand Sculpting Challenge, a Labor Day Weekend-Long

Festival, takes place at B Street Pier, 1140 North Harbor Drive, Downtown San Diego. Be a part of the Team USA as San Diego was selected one of only three stops on its tour in 2015. Watch as sculptors from Italy, Ireland, the Netherlands, Canada, Singapore and Russia (for the first rime) are coming to challenge the best Master Sculpture in the States, Along with national pride, $60,000 in prize and appearance money is at stake. There will be The Dimensional Art Exposition– over 1,000 one-or-a-kind original works of art (metal, wood, glass, jewelry, hand-made clothing, wall-art, acrylic, fabric, gemstones.) on display and for sale. A family Fun- Kid Zone and 15 gourmet food trucks and a beer/wine garden with live entertainment all weekend long. For tickets and information, visit www.USsandSculpting.com/tickets.

September 4–7 n Digital Gym CINEMA, located in North Park at 2921 El Cajon

Blvd., San Diego, will be host to People, Places, Things. A newly single Brooklyn father (Flight of the Conchords’ Jemaine Clement) whose life has recently unraveled grapples with a painful separation, the custody of his twin daughters, finishing his latest graphic novel, while trying to navigate new love in the fun and sad way that only an underemployed graphic novelist in Brooklyn can. For times and prices, visit www.digitalgym.org. n The Port of San Diego’s 2015 Festival of Sail, hosted by the Maritime Museum of San Diego, will transform the North Embarcadero into a nautical theme park. More than 20 tall ships and other fascinating vessels from around the world will visit San Diego. The festival kicks off with a majestic parade of tall ships led by the new Spanish Galleon, San Salvador, which begins at 3 p.m. Festival visitors can tour the ships, enjoy food and drink from dozens of restaurant booths, a petting zoo, pirates, cannon battles on the bay, sunset cruises and shop for one of–a-kind items among more than 150 festival vendors. For prices and more information, visit www.sdmaritime.org.

September 4, 11, 18 & 25 n Mission Valley Branch Library, located at 2123 Fenton Parkway,

San Diego, will hold a Toddler Story Time designed for toddlers, featuring songs, rhymes, and finger plays from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Call 858.573.5007 for information. n Mission Valley Branch Library, located at 2123 Fenton Parkway, San Diego, will have a Zumba Gold Class from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m., which is a lower impact class, designed to be easy to follow for participants of any size. Call 858.573.5007 for information. This course is for adults and seniors. n Linda Vista Branch Library, at 2160 Ulric St., San Diego, 10:30– 11:10 a.m. will have storytime with Mr. Luan: Children and their families are invited to join for stories, rhymes, and songs from 10:30 to 11:10 a.m. The class is for children and families.

For information, call 858.543.1399. n Linda Vista Branch Library, at 2160 Ulric St., San Diego, presents Crafts for Kids: Stretch your imagination and create fabulous crafts from 4 to 5 p.m. for children and teens. For information, call 858.543.1399.

September 5, 12, 19 and 26 n Linda Vista Branch Library, at 2160 Ulric St., San Diego, presents Storytime with Ms. Andie from 11 a.m. to noon for babies and children. For information, call 858.543.1399.

September 6, 13, 20, & 27 n Wacky Science Sundays with Ms. Frizzle™ and The Magic

School Bus©, located at theNAT 1788 El Prado, Balboa Park, takes place at 12:15 and 2:15 p.m. for live performances. Get ready to explore the wild and wacky worlds of mysterious creatures, fascinating habitats, and phenomenal hands-on science. Free with Museum admission. Upcoming this month’s theme is Spiders. Visit www.sdnat.org for tickets information.

September 7 n theNAT, San Diego National History Museum, at 1788 El

Prado, San Diego, hosts Family Days, which are free with Museum admission and always run 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Join us for activities and crafts. For information, visit www.sdnat.org.

September 8, 15, & 22 n Linda Vista Branch Library, at 2160 Ulric St., San Diego, presents Read/San Diego: Tutor Training from 6 to p.m. This fifteen hour pre-service literacy training is required for volunteer tutors who have committed to teach basic reading writing skills to low-literate adults enrolled with READ/San Diego, the library’s adult literacy program, for a minimum commitment of six months. Session 1 of 5, to register please contact RERAD/San Diego: 619.238.6603. Materials and refreshments provided.

For adults and seniors.

September 9 thru November 25 n Gotthelf Art Gallery at the San Diego Center for Jewish Culture, at 4126 Executive Drive, La Jolla, will hold–From Desert to Desert II: Israeli Artists in Southern California. Israeli-born

artists living and working on our coast are showcased in this “multi-medium” exhibit. Featured artists include: Atara Baker, Shoshana Ernst, Tal Ernst, Dorit Shaitrit, Ilanit Shalev, Sigalit Sherman, and Guri Stark, among others. RSVP at 858.362.1114 or at gallery@ifjcc.org for opening night reception with the artist at 7 p.m.; 7:30 p.m. is free and open to the public.

September 9 & 23 n Mission Valley Branch Library, at 2123 Fenton Parkway, San

Diego, presents Knit-a-Bit Knitting and Crochet Circle from 12:30 to 2 p.m. Looking to meet up and work with other knitting and crocheting enthusiasts? Come Check out Knit-a-Bit, our bi-weekly gathering of creative, crafty yarn workers who are happy to admire your accomplishments (no matter how modest) and assist you with your knottiest (literally) problems.

For adults and seniors; for information, call 858.573.5007.

September 10 & 17 n Linda Vista Branch Library, at 2160 Ulric St., San Diego,

runways of Naval Air Station North Island. For information, visit www.coronadospeedfestival.com. n Navy Open House & Ship Tours from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Naval Air Station North. This is San Diego’s opportunity to interact with the young men and women who defend our freedom. A multitude of current Navy jets and helicopters, special boats and hovercraft, as well as vintage aircraft, will be on display at the entrance of the event, with pilots eager to answer questions, provide demonstrations and allow access into the aircraft. For information, visit www.fleetweeksandiego.org/events.

September 19 thru November 29 n San Diego Central Library @ Joan & Irwin Jacobs Common at

3300 Park Blvd. San Diego, marks Centennial of “Hatfield’s Flood” with an art exhibit on Water, Drought and Climate Change by twelve of San Diego’s most notable artists in Rainmaker. For information, visit www.sandiegolibrary.org.

presents Read/San Diego: Tutor Training from 6 to 9 p.m.

This fifteen hour pre-service literacy training is required for volunteer tutors who have committed to teach basic reading writing skills to low-literate adults enrolled with READ/San Diego, the library’s adult literacy program, for a minimum commitment of six months. To register, contact RERAD/San Diego at 619.238.6603. Materials and refreshments provided.

September 21 n Mission Valley Branch Library, located at 2123 Fenton Parkway,

September 12 n Reuben H. Fleet Science Center is holding a Saturday Science

host Whitney Shay and Robin Henkel from 6 to 9 p.m. For information call 619.295.9690.

Club for girls in grades 5 through 8 from 12 to 2 p.m. This month we will discuss: Circuit Board Games. Become a circuitry wiz and create an original board game that lights up with the correct answer. To participate, parents must pre-register at 619.238.1233 x806. n Ukulele Friends will be headlining the AMSDconcerts tonight.

Herb Ohta Jr., who’s played at AMSD a number of times, returns with fellow uke player Bran Tolentino and guitarist Halehaku Seabury. All of these fine musicians have won numerous awards, with a few Grammy Awards among them; they will be at the Laura R. Charles Theater at Sweetwater High School located at 2900 Highland Avenue, National City, at 7:30 p.m.

For tickets, visit www.AMSDconcerts.com.

September 13 n The Twelfth Annual Harvest for Hope takes place from 1 to 4

p.m. at the San Diego Central Library, located at 3300 Park Boulevard in downtown San Diego. Spend the afternoon enjoying flavorful wines and delicious gourmet food from San Diego’s finest restaurants, while supporting the Emilio Nares Foundation. For tickets and information, visit www.

HarestForHope2015.org.

September 14, 21, & 28 n Linda Vista Branch Library, located at 2160 Ulric St., San Diego,

presents Storytime with Katie from 10:30 to 11 a.m. Children and their families are invited to join us for stories, rhymes and songs. For more information, call 858.543.1399. n Linda Vista Branch Library, located at 2160 Ulric St., San Diego, presents Just Kick’ It Karaoke: Kids from 4 to 5 p.m. We’ll have a huge collection of contemporary songs available–including those from the movie, “Frozen!” The program is for children and teens. For information, call 858.543.1399.

September 14 & 28 n Mission Valley Branch Library, located at 2123 Fenton Parkway, San Diego, will present Baby Signs Story Time from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., with expert baby sign language instructor Joann Woolley who will help little ones learn how to sign through favorite stories and nursery thymes. Call 858.573.5007 for information. n Mission Valley Branch Library, located at 2123 Fenton Parkway, San Diego, will host Paws for Reading from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.

New readers can get some valuable practice time with a very non-judgmental certified therapy dog, courtesy of the nonprofit Love on a Leash. Call 858.573.5007 for information.

September 15 n Mission Valley Branch Library, at 2123 Fenton Parkway, is

meeting for a Book Club from 6:30 to 8 p.m. What’s better than reading the latest thriller, crime novel, romance or history book.

Come check out the monthly meeting for our library book club and get in on the fun. Our selection for September is “Play Dead,” by Harlan Coben. For information, call 858.573.5007.

September 16 n The San Diego Fleet Week Foundation produces the annual

Fleet Week Breakfast from 7:30 to 9 a.m., held at the Admiral Kidd Club and Conference Center at the U.S. Navy Mine & ASW Complex, San Diego. The entrance is through the main gate at the North Harbor Drive and Laning Road. The breakfast provides leaders of the San Diego community a forum to meet the region’s military leadership and to discuss matters of mutual interest. Reservations will be accepted at the www.sdmac.org website.

September 17 n Enlisted Recognition Luncheon is from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Sea World San Diego, Nautilus Pavilion. This luncheon honors 200 military enlisted guests who have distinguished themselves in their service and within their various commands.

Guests are seated with distinguished members of the San Diego business community. For information, visit www. fleetweeksandiego.org/events. n County Friends host The Art of Fashion–60th Annual Runway Fashion Show- presented by South Coast Plaza at The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe, located at 5951 Linea Del Cielo. The Boutiques open at 10 a.m., with the Runway show at 11:30 a.m. followed by a luncheon at 12:30 p.m. For information, call 858.756.1192 ext. 4. RSVP by Sept. 9. n The Florence Melton School of Adult Jewish Learning will embark on a fascinating 27-week journey as you explore classic Jewish sources, investigate issues of Jewish thought, practice and ethics, and advance your knowledge of Jewish history. Join us for a free taste at 10 a.m. or 7 p.m. at the JCC. Please RSVP to Ilene Tatro at 858.362.1154.

September 19 n San Diego County Bar Foundation Hosts the18th Annual

Evening in La Jolla, being held at the Birch Aquarium at 2300 Expedition Way in La Jolla, from 6 to 10 p.m. Legal professionals and associates will socialize and network while enjoying delicious food and beautiful sunset views. For information, call 619.231.7015 or email info@sdcbf.org. n San Diego Polo Club, 14555 El Camino Real, Rancho Santa Fe., hosts Starry Starry Night–When you wish upon a Star–A Gala Benefiting Voices for Children. Join us for a magical evening under the stars, including mixology cocktails at 5:30 p.m., gourmet cuisine at 7 p.m. and a spirited after party at 9 p.m.–all to benefit foster children in San Diego County. For information and tickets call 858.598.2222. n Kona Kai Resort, located at 1551 Shelter Island Drive, San Diego, will host Whitney Shay and Robin Henkel from 7 to 10 p.m. For information, call 619.295.9690.

September 19–20 n The 18th Annual Fleet Week Coronado Speed Festival takes place at the Naval Air Station North Island, Coronado, CA. 250 prestigious historic racecars divided into nine different race groups by make, age and horse power race at high speed on a spectator-friendly 2.7 mile course constructed on the

San Diego, will be holding a Yoga for Toddlers at 1 p.m. and Yoga for Preschoolers at 1:30 p.m. Call 858.573.5007 for information.

September 24 n Kona Kai Resort at 1551 Shelter Island Drive, San Diego, will September 25 n Fleet Week Enlisted Golf Tournament at the Admiral Baker

Golf Course takes place from 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.at 2400 Admiral Baker Road. Join us as the top foursomes compete head-to-head for the right to display the annual Fleet Week Inter-Service Trophy. In addition, up to 64 teams from area military commands will participate for prizes in a scramble format. There will be a buffet dinner, prizes and giveaways for all participants, sponsors and volunteers.

Call 619.858.1545 for information.

September 26 n The 35th annual San Diego Zoo Food, Wine & Brew

Celebration presented by Cymer® is a wild party not to be missed. This event takes place from 6 p.m. to midnight and benefits Wildlife Conservation.Guests will sample culinary delights and sip on beverages from more than 150 of the San Diego area’s best restaurants, wineries and breweries while strolling the Zoo after-hours. The celebration also features eight live musical acts, dancing, a silent auction, a Critter Casino, and special animal presentations by San Diego Zoo Global Conversation Ambassador Joan Embery and Zoo animal trainers. For information and tickets, call 619.718.3000 or online at www.zoofoodandwine.com. n St Vincent de Paul Catholic Church Craft Fair takes place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 4077 Ibis Street in Mission Hills. We are looking for crafters for the fall parish/school craft fair; we would love to have handmade items. Call Bonnie 619.723.5750 or Deidre 619.295.4041 for information. n Fleet Week MCRD Boot Camp Challenge by the Marine Corps Recruit Depot (MCRD), hosts a 3-mile obstacle run.

This unique race features obstacles used only Marine Recruits, plus over 60 USMC Drill Instructor’s staff, providing direction and encouragement for participants. Registration and t-shirt pick-up starts at 6:30 a.m. Visit info@fleetweeksandiego.org for information. n Hazard Center, located at 7610 Hazard Center Dr., San Diego, is celebrating its 25th anniversary by hosting a fun event for customers from 1 to 3 p.m., complete with prizes, giveaways, crafts, refreshments and more.

September 26 & 27 n Liberty Station Conference Center, located at 2600 Laning

Road in San Diego, will host the Love & Autism: A Conference with Heart will inspire and bring awareness to the fact that every individual, even those diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, deserves to be loved and have high-quality relations in life. The two-day conference, founded by San Diego local, Dr. Jenny Palmiotto, will host the first all-autism weddinguniting Anita Lesko and Abraham Talmage Nielsen in marriage.

There will also feature world renowned profession speakers in the autism field and role models in the autism community to give a 360-degree perspective of love and relationships as it relates to those on the autism spectrum and their loved ones.

For information and to register, visit www.loveandautism.com.

September 27 n Fleet Week Cabrillo Festival at Ballast Point, Naval Base Point

Loma, presents a part of history and welcomes 16th century explorer Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo as he steps ashore on Ballast Point. Journey back to September 28, 1542 when Cabrillo, a Portuguese navigator sailing under the flag of Spain, landed at San Diego. He was the first European to land on the west coast of when is the United States of America. Re-enactment of Cabrillo’s landing on Ballast Point begins at 1 p.m. There will be music, dancing, children’s activities and foods of Native Americans, Mexico, Portugal and Spain. For information, visit info@fleetweeksandiego.org. n Loudon Wainwright III will be the headliner at the AMSDconcerts tonight. Loudon has had a long and illustrious career highlighted by more than two dozen album releases, a 2010 Grammy for Best Traditional Folk Album for “High Wide & Handsome: The Charlie Poole Project,” and two previous Grammy nomination for “I’m Alright” (1985) and “More Love Songs” (1986). He will perform at the Laura R. Charles Theater at Sweetwater High School located at 2900 Highland Avenue, National City, at 7:30 p.m. For tickets, visit www.AMSDconcerts.com.

September 28 n At 7:30 p.m. Bread & Salt, located at 1955 Julian Avenue will

host Florent Ghys, bass, electronics and video, originally from Bordeaux, France. New music, post-minimalist composer and double bassist, Ghys plays a set of intimate pop-laced tunes from his new record Télévision–an epic foray into classical forms, musique concrète, samples and sci-fi.

October 1 n Chatham County Line will be the headliner at the

AMSDconcerts tonight. Entering their second decade as an ensemble, they bring a deep reverence for traditional American roots music and timeless bluegrass instrumentation to insightful, poetic original songs that are powerfully contemporary yet rich with the complex resonance of their southern heritage. They will perform at the Laura R. Charles Theater at Sweetwater High School, located at 2900 Highland Avenue, National City, at 7:30 p.m. For tickets, visit www.AMSDconcerts.com.

October 2–4 n Fleet Week San Diego at the MCAS Miramar Air Show is free to the general public. Take advantage of this opportunity to see the military’s finest. Visit www.miramarairshow.com for times and preferred paid seating options.

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Sept. 8 from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m Need help using and understanding your tablet or smart phone? Drop in for assistance with Android and iOS devices, including eBooks, apps, general settings, and other features of your device. Bring your own tablet or smart phone for hands-on learning.

18th & 19th Century Book Club Sept. 10 at 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.

You are invited to attend the first meeting of a new book group centered on reading and discussing 18th– and 19th–century novels. Attendees will select the first book, choose a permanent meeting schedule, and discuss the book club’s format.

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RELIGIOUS CALENDAR • UNIVERSAL SPIRIT CENTER

Read to Therapy Dogs Sept. 12 at 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Kids can improve their reading skills by reading aloud to therapy dogs.

Mission Hills Poetry Club

A Center for Spiritual Living

Sept. 12 at 1:00 p.m.

The Mission Hills Poetry Club will discuss three wellknown poems. Members also have the option of writing and discussing their own poem. New members are always welcome to attend and participate. Please ask library staff for the poems and writing prompts.

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

Signing Storytime

619.291.4728

Sept. 14, 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 singalongs and bubble time ending with Q&A period. Age: Birth–4yrs.

SUNDAY MORNING GATHERINGS 8:00 a.m.

Meditative with full message 10:00 a.m.

Music-filled gathering (with Youth Ministry available)

11:30 a.m.

Music-filled gathering

Kadampa Meditation Center 3125 Rosecrans Street, Bldg. B 619.230.5852

Meditation Classes most Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. & Saturday at 4 p.m.

Kids & Families Sundays at 9 a.m.

Prayers for World Peace Sundaysat 10:30 a.m.

Simply Meditate MWF 12 to 12:45; TT 12:15 to 12:45 p.m

More classes and events listed on our website: www.meditateinsandiego.com

Book Sale Sept. 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 Sept. 23 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

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

Pop-Up Museum: Collecting Secrets Sept. 30 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

You can anonymously share a secret yourself, or just see what secrets others have shared.

Mission Hills Branch Library 925 West Washington Street San Diego, CA 92103 • 619.692.4910 www.facebook.com/mhlibrary PresidioSentinel.com

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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 Rotary Club 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.

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– Linda Vista Community 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 Xiogh 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– Linda Vista Historical Committee 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– Linda Vista Collaborative Bayside Community Center at 3pm. Contact Monica Fernandez at 858.278.0771 or mfernandez@ baysidecc.org. For details visit www.facebook. com/LVCollaborative

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3rd Wednesday (Odd Months)

TCCAC– Tecolote Canyon Citizen’s Advisory Committee 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– Linda Vista Community 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– Linda Vista View Civic Association Community Newsletter. Bayside Community Center. Contact Sarah Granby at 858.405.7135 or email sgranby@lvca-sd.org.

2:00 p.m.

Mission Hills

Sept. 23, 2015

Mission Hills Garden Club Join us from 6 to 8 at 4070 Jackdaw Mission Hills United Church of Christ. This will be an open house for new and renewing members and guests. Vendors will have giveaways, special prices and information.

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

Sept. 9, 2015

Point Loma Garden Club At 9:30 the meeting starts with a light brunch, followed by a general meeting at 10 a.m. At 10:35 a.m. a five minute driftwood d session is provided

by Larry Bourget. At 11a.m. Dale Rekus, the “Plant Propagator Man,” will show us various ways to propagate plants for our gardens and our Annual Spring Plant Sale. The regular meetings begin at 10 a.m. on the second Wednesday of the month at the Portuguese Hall, 2818 Avenida de Portugal.

More information is available at www.plgc.org.

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Krista Lombardi, Kevin Castro & Victor Zuniga are proud to announce they are joining Scott & Quinn Real Estate.

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or the past 9 years, our team has been selected by San Diego Magazine’s Best in Client Satisfaction poll. The Union Tribune selected Krista, Victor, and Kevin in their Reader’s Best of Poll. We are proud of our record, but we believe we can provide even better customer service by joining an established and reputable boutique firm. We think there is no better place to work than Scott & Quinn Real Estate, a firm with a solid 29-year track record.

We are excited to have the opportunity to work with Jim Scott and learn from Jim’s 33 years of selling homes in Mission Hills. We love the Mission Hills neighborhood and look forward to working with Scott and Quinn.

We S p e a k S p a n i s h & I t a l i a n Aquí en Scott & Quinn deberás somos internacionales. Situados en San Diego pero hablamos Español y solo por mandar un email solo para decir hola y introducirse a Víctor Zúñiga usted recibirá una botella de vino gratis sin ninguna obligación.

Mande su correo electrónico a victorhzuniga@gmail.com. Gracias y buen día.

A Scott e Quinn siamo internazionali! Siamo a San Diego pero’ parliamo italiano e vi preghiamo di mandare un’email a salutare Krista la nuova agente immobiliare a KristaLombardi@gmail.com per ricevere una bellissima bottiglia di vino. Vi aspettiamo, grazie!

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Victor: 619.851.1078 victorhzuniga@gmail.com

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