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She Writes & Sings

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Fr. Junipero Serra’s Legacy

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Wacky Wonky Walk & Kids Festival

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America’s Top Volunteer Fundraiser

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A Tribute to Charlotte Tenney

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United Way Honors San Diegans

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Francis, Yogi & Joe

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Dog Fest Walk n Roll

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Trick or Treat

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Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe to Perform

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

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The pope came to America, Yogi Berra died, and the vice president went on “Late Night with Stephen Colbert.”

Three different persons.

Three different professions.

One common characteristic.

One common faith.

Pope Francis’ state visit became the greatest week in the history of the Catholic Church in America.

Catholicism has had a really bad run, scandal after scandal, pedophile case after pedophile case in diocese after diocese, resulting in more than 2,000 civil lawsuits and millions and millions paid out because of damage done to fragile humans; the image of the church scarred, greatly–and, in the minds of some, scarred eternally.

Into this environment came Francis to transform the moment; the one man capable, by the remarkable power of his person, by his transcendent decency and grace, by his love and acceptance of all, to move us past self and toward community.

A great thing has been done; done for a church in need of renewal and revival And all of us, Catholic or not, Christian or not, believer or not, are the beneficiaries of Francis’ coming to America; because we need the Catholic Church to be strong, as its ministry to the poor and those down and out, to the homeless and dispossessed, to people on the margins of society and out of government aide; men, women and children with no other place to turn, having slipped through society’s safety net, lost and alone, but finding refuge and help within the Catholic Church.

We know the Catholic Church is a flawed institution, as are all human institutions, but unlike all other others, it has survived for more than 2,000 years.

There is a reason for that; reasons best witnessed in Francis.

What a gift to our country and our world.

He was born Jorge Mario Bergoglio in Buenos Aires in 1936 and ordained a priest in 1969. He became Cardinal Bergoglio in 2001 and Pope Francis in 2013.

Francis sees his calling as one of service to others and in this he’s extraordinarily gifted in his ability to touch people, to raise them up, to cause them to believe they matter.

Which brings me to Lawrence Peter “Yogi” Berra, who passed recently at age 90.

He’s in baseball’s Hall of Fame and is widely considered the second best catcher in the game’s history (after Johnny Bench).

In his career with the New York Yankees Berra was an All-Star 18 times and MVP of the American League three times. He played in 14 World Series, with the Yankees’ winning 10 of those fall classics.

In his personal life he was married to Carmen Short Berra for 65 years and they had three children, two of whom played professional sports–Dale with the Pittsburg Pirates and Tim with the Baltimore Colts.

One day at their home in Montclair, New Jersey, Carmen Berra asked her husband, “Yogi, you were born in St. Louis, played ball in New York, and we live in New Jersey. When you die, where do you want to be buried?”

Yogi answered, “Surprise me.”

At a party one night in Manhattan, Mary Lindsay, wife of the mayor of New York, told Yogi, “You look nice.” Yogi responded, “Thanks, you don’t look so hot yourself.”

There are many, many, “Yogism’s,” as they are called, including, “I never said most of the things I said,” “Baseball is 90 percent mental and the other half is physical,” “When you come to a fork in the road, take it,” and perhaps his most famous, “It ain’t over till it’s over.”

Former presidential speechwriter and author Curt Smith and I are of one mind, believing that Yogi Berra is the most quoted man in American history; that neither Presidents’ Jefferson, Lincoln, Roosevelt (Teddy and Franklin), Kennedy, nor Reagan, has been more quoted than Yogi.

By profession, Yogi Berra was a baseball player, and he will be remembered for that, but many people will remember him as a lovely soul who always had time for others. His kindness to strangers is legendary in Montclair, and the director of the Yogi Berra Museum and Learning Center, says no visitor ever left without a greeting from Yogi.

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The Port of San Diego’s Festival of Sails got underway at San Diego’s Embarcadero this past September. Many vessels were included in the day’s activities, including the Maritime Museum’s new addition to its collection of vintage vessels, a full-sized functional replica of the Spanish galleon, the San Salvador. It is described as the embodiment of California’s origin.

It took its maiden voyage leading a parade of fourteen vintage and tall ships into the bay, many private boats joined in the parade blanketing San Diego Bay with a sea of sails. The parade began at the channel at the entrance of San Diego Bay, to Shelter Island and Harbor Island continuing towards the USS Midway and made its way to the Coronado Bay Bridge, maintaining an inbound heading along the right side of the channel passing close to Coronado Island. It was an impressive sight.

The present day San Salvador was built at Spanish Landing in San Diego between 2011 and 2015 by the Maritime Museum of San Diego and its legion of approximately 500 volunteers. The vast majority of funds spent during construction were contributed by donors. The Port of San Diego offered use of Spanish Landing Park, allowing thousands of spectators to witness the ship’s construction progress.•

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by Patty Ducey-Brooks This past month was an extremely eventful time for Catholics. I am Catholic and was excited about the arrival of Pope Francis to the United States. I remember when he was elected to head the Catholic Church. It was a day of celebration because he is also a Franciscan.

For those of us who are Catholics, we know that Franciscans are of a special order.

They are dedicated to helping those who are less fortunate and they believe in living a simple life.

Pope Francis is commonly referred to as a kind and humble person who shows humility toward others. It is said he has chosen to live in a simple, two-room apartment rather than the luxurious papal accommodations in the Vatican’s Apostolic Palace. In choosing to live more simply, Pope Francis broke a tradition that had been upheld by popes for more than a century. For me, this is refreshing.

He wants to be with the people.

Pope Francis recently supported the canonization of Father Junipero Serra, who was also a Franciscan. I believe that Pope Francis felt it was time to recognize the work and mission of Fr. Serra, which was to bring Catholicism to the United States. To learn more, I have read the diary, also referred to as the journal, of Fr. Serra from Loreto, CA to The Knights of Columbus provided security over the relic of Father Junipero Serra.

San Diego, CA. It is obvious by what I read that Fr. Serra sought to change the people he met from being “pagans” to Christians. I also learned that he attempted to feed and find safety for those he met during his difficult journey.

This past month I was invited to attend the canonization ceremony at the Mission San Diego de Alcala. It was held at noon, Sunday, September 27. Father Peter Escalante, who is a native San Diegan, presided over the mass. In order to accommodate more people, the liturgy took place in St. Francis Chapel.

Following the liturgy there was a procession to the Mission Church with a relic of Saint Junípero Serra which was placed on display for private prayer and devotion throughout the day.

The Knights of Columbus were on hand to contribute to the ceremony. As I was reminded, the Knights of Columbus are responsible for guarding the priest. However, the order is still true to its founding principles of charity, unity and fraternity.

What I am leading to is that the day of celebration was very much about the common message of Pope Francis. He says that as Catholics we should be charitable, kind and humble. Hundreds of Catholics attended the mass and ceremony that followed. The tone and feeling of the mass and ceremony was gentle, peaceful and unassuming.

I left the Mission San Diego de Alcala feeling calm and at peace. For all of those who participated in the day’s ceremony, I thank and applaud them for their contributions. It was memorable and I believe life changing.•

The Panama-California and California Pacific International Expositions are explored through the personal objects that were eagerly sought after and collected. These keepsakes handed down through the generations are tangible historical mementos of the Exposition. One thousand artifacts are on display! It is unlikely a collection of Exposition memorabilia with the breadth of variety and number will ever be assembled again.

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Hello Mila

by Ilene Hubbs

When my four-year old granddaughter, Mila, comes to my house she often gets out her toys for a tea party. She sits down on the floor with all her dishes spread around and her guests seated to form a circle. Invited to this party are her purple unicorn, a baby doll, a monkey in a banana and various Barbie doll hand me downs from when her older cousin stayed over many years ago.

From the other room I listen to the little voices she has for each of them and smile to myself enjoying her imagination. But this holiday season, something new will be available.

When she talks to Barbie, Barbie will talk back. No, not a string that she can pull, not a prerecorded device with limited phrases, no nothing like that.

Barbie will actually talk back with appropriate responses to the child who owns her. Because Barbie is no longer just a girl with a pink convertible.

Starting very soon, Barbie is our newest form of artificial intelligence.

A recent New York Times Magazine reports that the doll, being released this fall, will have a microphone concealed inside her necklace that will be activated only when the

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user pushes the doll’s belt buckle.

Whatever the child says to Barbie will be recorded and transmitted via Wi-Fi to the computer servers of a company called ToyTalk that is partnering with Mattel.

This company uses voice recognition software which analyzes the audio received and within a second, chooses a correct response from thousands of lines. The more the child talks to Hello Barbie, the more specific the responses come back. The information is stored in the cloud, sorted and comes back to the child as a response from Barbie.

So if the child is talking about being ill, the response may be something like, “I’m sorry you are feeling sick Mila, and I hope you get better soon.”

Forget Siri, Google Now and Cortana, artificial intelligence has found our kids. Barbie may soon know more about our kids than we do.

The eminent British physicist Stephen Hawking warns that as artificial intelligence gets more sophisticated, we may one day be overtaken by what we have created.

That’s a bit too far for most of us to go, but there is little research devoted to these issues and Hawking thinks we are facing potentially the best or worst thing ever to happen to humanity.

We see that a computer can beat a human on Jeopardy. We trust

our computer assistants to give us correct information. We know, at least I know, that if a pre-teen boy gets hold of Siri and whispers “bad words” to her, she will reply that she “does not appreciate that kind of language.”

But let’s get back to Hello Barbie.

Will this Barbie lead to the end of imagination for little kids and their tea parties? Or will this be a method to prepare a shy child to make new friendships because this Barbie is friendly, non-judgmental and always pleasant, giving the child an artificial best friend that will pave the way for making real best friends. The answer remains to be seen. But there is no stopping this stampede.

As more and more devices take on the components of artificial intelligence our children and grandchildren will adapt. They always do. We were warned that television will be the end of family conversations, that the iphone will be the end of eye to eye contact.

It happens and we cannot stop progress. We try to keep things status quo. We ask them to “put down that phone and stop texting.” They don’t listen and we adapt. If you are not happy with that situation, I suggest you ask Hello Barbie what to do. I bet she has the right answer.•

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Ilene Hubbs Associate Editor

Michal A. Tuzinkiewicz Creative Director

Phyllis E. Zawacki Graphic Designer

Contributing Writers Blake Beckcom Rick Brooks Melody Brown Ian Campbell Richard Cone Cath DeStefano Violet Green Barry Hager Ilene Hubbs David Kamatoy Philip C. Lee Alice Lowe Aubree Lynn George Mitrovich David Rottenberg Anne Sack

New Chapter, New Pastor

It began in 1906 as a Mission Style church. On September 30, 2015, it will celebrate its 109th birthday at the same location where it began, at the corner of 3900 Cleveland Avenue and Richmond Street.

University Christian Church begins its next chapter with the installation of a new pastor, The Rev. Caleb Lines.

Rev. Lines is an ordained minister in the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and holds both a Master of Sacred Theology degree with specializations in Urban Ministry and Homelessness, and a Master of Divinity degree from Yale Divinity School. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Religious Studies with a minor in Spanish Proficiency from Missouri State University, from which he graduated Magna Cum Laude in the Honors College.

Rev. Lines comes to University Christian Church after serving as associate minister at South Street Christian Church in Springfield, Missouri. He is married to his childhood sweetheart, Shawnna, a social worker, and they welcomed their first child, Katherine, whom they call Kit, on July 18 of this year.

The Pastor Search Committee felt that Caleb was “tuned in” to our ever changing society and has an understanding of the modern day church. In his profile, Caleb wrote, “By building upon our commonalities and accepting our differences, we can truly learn from one another and grow.”

Rev. Lines will preach his first sermon at University Christian Church on Sunday, October 4 at 10 a.m. He will be officially installed as senior minister during the worship service on Sunday, October 25 at 10 a.m.

The church is an open and affirming congregation and welcomes all persons.•

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Horses Mr. E is a 4-year old, domestic short hair and he happens to be one awesome kitty.

Mr. E can be a little shy at first, but he has shown that he is an absolute sweetheart once he gets to know you. In fact, he is quite the purr machine when receiving some beloved cheek scratches.

Mr. E has tested faintly positive for FIV (feline immunodeficiency virus), so he should be the only cat in the home unless you happen to have another FIV+ kitty. (If so, he’s great with other cats and would love a furry friend.) Either way, we hope his condition won’t scare you away–many cats with this virus live long, healthy lives without ever showing symptoms. And as a special bonus, this guy’s adoption fee has been waived.

Mr. E is currently located at the San Diego Humane Society, Oceanside Campus for Cats & Small Animals at 572 Airport Road, Oceanside, CA 92058. For information, call 760.757.4357.

Niles is a four-year old, Doberman pinscher mix. When Humane officers first brought Niles to the San Diego Humane Society, he was horribly emaciated– weighing only 33 pounds. But despite the tremendous neglect he’d suffered, the sweet boy greeted everyone he met with trust and a relentlessly wagging tail.

He has gained over 20 pounds and he is now ready to go to a home where he can receive all the love and care he so desperately deserves.

Niles’ adoption fee includes his neuter, current vaccinations, permanent microchip identification, 30 days of worry-free 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!

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Fifteen horses rescued from a property in Jamul are available for adoption at the County’s animal care facility in Bonita. The horses began arriving there Sept. 5 after animal control officers received reports the horses were suffering from neglect. They rescued a mare and her colt when the baby was found in a life-threatening situation. The rest were relinquished by the owner. Nine more horses were picked up that same day and an additional four later that week.

Animal Services is now determining whether to submit the case to the District Attorney for criminal prosecution.

Most of the adult horses are underweight and need veterinary care for their hooves and teeth, and treatment for worms.

“These horses will need regular feeding and veterinary care to be restored to health,” said Animal Services Deputy Director Dan DeSousa.

The rescued horses include four stallions, two geldings, (neutered stallions) and nine mares. Potential adopters can visit the horses at the County’s animal care facility located at 5821 Sweetwater Rd. in Bonita.

Adoption fees will vary depending upon the age and condition of the animal. There are two mothers with young. Mothers and foals must be adopted together.

Horse adoption applications are available online at www.sandiegocounty. gov and can be filled out in advance. New owners must arrange their own transportation for the horses.•

Niles is available for adoption at San Diego Humane Society’s San Diego Campus at 5500 Gaines Street. To learn more about making him part of your family, call 619.299.7012.

For more information on Mr.E, call 760.757.4357 For more information on Niles, call 619.299.7012

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DogFest Walk n Roll to benefit

Canine Companions for Independence

Get ready for a tail wagging good time at DogFest Walk ‘n Roll San Diego, the signature national event of Canine Companions for Independence, which takes place Saturday, November 14 at NTC Park at Liberty Station.

Grab a leash and join in for lots of fun and family-friendly activities to raise money to provide highly-trained assistance dogs for people with disabilities.

In its inaugural year in 2014, DogFest San Diego was the largest DogFest event in the country.

Canine Companions for Independence, which has its Southwest Regional Training Center in Oceanside, is a non-profit organization that provides assistance dogs to people with disabilities completely free of charge.

San DiegoDogFest Walk n Roll will include a scenic, fully accessible, 1.2 mile dog walk followed by a celebration with live music, lots of holiday shopping opportunities at dozens of vendor booths and activities for the whole family and their dogs. Contests will include Ugliest Sweater on Owner & Dog, Best Holiday Dog Costume, Smallest & Biggest Dogs, Best K-9 Kisser and Best Dog Trick.

All community members are invited to attend and there is no fee to participate. For information, visit www.cci.org/dogfestsandiego.•

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Three Secrets to a

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by Blake Beckcom Shhhhhhhhh……this is “secret.”

Don’t tell anyone.

Everyone knows that eating healthy exercising are essential habits to living a healthy lifestyle. But, what you might not know is that there are three other underlying elements that also are important to helping you lose weight, get fit and feel great.

Hydrate to Elevate Your Fitness Losing weight and accomplishing your fitness goals does have a lot to do with the types and amount of food that you choose to fuel your body. But, drinking enough water consistently throughout the day can have just as much impact on helping you achieve your health and fitness goals. If you’re already in the Blake & Gwen Beckcom. habit of keeping a food or exercise journal, make sure to add a column for tracking the amount of water you consume each day. You can make a big difference on how your body feels and performs by just being aware of the importance of hydrating your body, muscles and mind. Additionally, if you are like many, which eat out with frequency, drinking a full glass of water before you go to dinner will help suppress your appetite and help you avoid appetizers and or over eating.

I love my “cup of joe,” but coffee is a big dehydrator, and hydration fuels your skin cells to keep you supple and smooth. Be sure and over do it on the hydration if you are a coffee lover.

Sleep Shouldn’t be a Treat Getting enough sleep shouldn’t be seen as a luxury that only happens on occasion. We should have an active, margin setting lifestyle that commands and demands time set aside for sleep. Logging an adequate amount of sleep is essential for your mind and body to function at its best. Whether you function “at your best” with only six hours of sleep or you need a full nine hours, the important thing is to consistently get enough sleep each and every night. The more difficult your day in terms of physical activity and work/life stress the more sleep you need in order for your body to repair the damage done to it during your waking cycle. I try to get eight to nine hours of good sleep each day. The CDC recommends **:

United Way Honors San Diegans for

Leadership & Volunteerism United Way of San Diego County has announced Maureen “Mo” King and Jonathan E. Vance as award winners for their consistently outstanding community leadership and volunteerism. They were honored during the nonprofit’s 95th birthday party at Cohn Restaurant Group’s new Coasterra.

“United Way brings together the passion, experience and resources to spark breakthrough community action throughout San Diego County, and we look forward to celebrating two individuals in San Diego who are doing exactly that,” said President and CEO Kevin Crawford. “Mo King, winner of the James F. Mulvaney Community Leadership Award and Jon Vance, winner of the Volunteer of the Year Naish Award are inspiring role models for our community.”

Maureen “Mo” King is the recipient of the sixth annual James F. Mulvaney Community Leadership Award, given to a local leader who has demonstrated long-lasting, exceptional service to the San Diego community. The award is named for James (Jim) Mulvaney who maintained involvement in numerous nonprofit boards and organizations for 50 years.

King, a fourth generation Californian, has a long history of service to the San Diego community, including serving as a fundraising and management consultant for numerous nonprofit organizations and working with educational, cultural and human service institutions as both a speaker and facilitator.

The “Volunteer of the Year” Award, given to Jonathan E. Vance, recognizes an individual who has made a significant and sustained contribution to United Way as a volunteer and commemorates the extraordinary commitment of Jack Naish, a former board member and creative leader.

For the past eight years, Vance has served United Way as both chair and member of a variety of the organization’s boards, including immediate past chairman of the board of directors, past chair of committees including: the executive, executive search, finance and the campaign cabinet, as well as serving as representative for the San Diego Workforce Partnership Policy Board.•

Age Recommended

Amount of Sleep

Newborns

16–18 hours a day

Preschool-Aged Children

11–12 hours a day

School-Aged Children

At least 10 hours a day

Teens

9–10 hours a day

Adults (Including the Elderly)

7–8 hours a day

Stress Less, Achieve More You’ll perform better and achieve your goals in a healthier manner by reducing stress from both internal and external sources. Stress will always be there, so chose which stress battles are required. While setting goals is an important part to achievement thereof, it’s important to not become counterproductive by putting too much stress and pressure on yourself.

Fitness is a journey and you must develop a “one meal at a time; one work out at a time… over time” mentality. Adopt a distant view of where you are going and keep showing up for your workouts and healthy meals and your goals will track you down.

As you settle into the final quarter of 2015 keep making healthy food and fitness choices, making sure to keep proper hydration, adequate sleep and stress management top of mind. It is in the small details and consistent approach that health and fitness goals are realized. Yes… you can.• ** www.cdc.gov/sleep/about_sleep/how_much_sleep.htm

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Evaluating a Mutual Fund

by Rick Brooks Suppose I offered you a mutual fund that promised a six percent annual distribution yield (it pays out six percent per year)? Sounds attractive, right?

When we evaluate a mutual fund for our clients, here are some of the factors we consider as we perform our due diligence.

Are the costs reasonable? Low expenses are the single best predictor of good future performance. Try to compare the fund to similar investments so that you’re not comparing apples and oranges. For example, balanced or hybrid funds might charge more than bond mutual funds, but less than pure stock funds.

Index funds often charge less than 0.2 percent but actively managed funds are often more than 1. percent.

How long has the fund been around? This can cut both ways.

A longer track record (with no management changes) suggests the management team is experienced and knows what it’s doing. However, a fund that’s been in business a long time and grown too big may have a hard time making good investments in the future. This is especially true for funds that focus on small companies.

Has the manager been with the fund for a long time? A new manager will almost always bring changes to the way things have worked in the past. A fund with a decent, long track record but new management could become a completely different fund.

Also, personnel turnover can suggest the company doesn’t value talented people or has a toxic culture, and if they don’t value their employees, it’s hard to see how they’ll treat their clients any better.

Has the fund changed how it invests? A fund that changes its strategy frequently can’t be relied upon to do anything particularly well. How can you compare time periods and performance results if the fund keeps doing different things each year?

Does the fund manager invest in his or her own fund? We look for fund managers with significant investments alongside their clients– eating their own cooking. For very large funds, the manager should typically have at least a million dollars invested alongside his clients.

There are important exceptions, but more is better here.

What is the fund manager’s reputation? Has the firm or the manager been sued by clients or fined or sanctioned by regulators?

Cutting corners on the rules or

taking advantage of clients is a very bad sign.

Are there obvious conflicts of interest? Do you really want to own an investment with built-in incentives pitting your fund manager’s interests against you?

What are the performance results?

Superior past performance is a poor predictor of the future results, but you do want to see some kind of long-term success against a similar benchmark. The fund should look OK against its benchmark and the benchmark should be representative of what the fund is doing. You can’t compare a stock fund against cash savings accounts because they are entirely different investments with very different risks.

Looking under the hood at the fund I mentioned above, some of that six percent yield will be return of capital, not income. Also, the total annual expenses of the fund could be more than 3.6 percent, depending on which share class you can buy. The fund’s management company also owns a brokerage firm which sells illiquid, high-commission securities to its own fund, collecting brokerage fees for those trades in addition to its fund management fees. In addition to the high expense ratio, investors may be charged a commission to buy or sell the fund, and are only allowed

to sell it once per quarter (not daily like most mutual funds). And the fund is leveraged (they’ve borrowed money to buy extra investments) which increases the risks (and potential rewards).

After careful scrutiny, this fund doesn’t look attractive at all, but this is the latest offering from one of San Diego’s best known financial advisors and is showing up in their brokerage accounts. Had we reviewed this fund, we never would have gotten past the self-dealing with the adviser’s own brokerage firm. But the high expenses, leverage and regulatory issues with their associated companies would have sealed it, even before we saw its weak performance record. Sadly, as of February it had collected about $200 million in assets from people who have invested in the fund.• 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.

Francis, Yogi & Joe Continued from page 3 And now, to complete my trinity comes Joseph Robinette Biden, Jr., the Vice President of the United States.

The night he appeared on Late Night with Stephen Colbert was riveting television, as the vice president shared his pain on the loss of his son, Beau.

Colbert, who lost his father and three brothers, understood Biden’s trauma, and the two of them created one of the most memorable moments ever on network television.

This was real life they were talking about, real pain, real hurt, there were no political “talking points,” this was about a father’s loss; not the vice president’s loss but a father’s loss.

And in it were memories, terrible memories, searing memories, of when senator-elect Joe Biden lost his wife and daughter and nearly his two sons in a pre-Christmas automobile crash in 1972, and now, with Colbert and a “Late Night” audience listening, the vice president revealing, no doubt many witnessing for the first time, his true, authentic self (there is no other).

But for those of us who know him, as I have for 41 years, the Biden with Colbert is who he is–uncomplicated but with a complicated life story, one of great tragedy but also of great triumph.

So what is the nexus of Francis, Yogi and Joe? They shared a common Christian faith, out of which came their common humanity and their common love of others–and a willingness to demonstrate that transcendent characteristic and virtue everyday of their lives.

I am ever amazed at how so many people don’t get it; at their failure to understand what the Holy Father and the Hall of Famer and the Vice President of the United States, know to the core of their souls–it is about People.

Their Christian faith teaches that in this world, to be loved you must love in return.

If only more people in exalted public places understood that, how different our world would be.•

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by Trish Watlington, President, Mission Hills Business Improvement District After a long hot summer, fall is upon us, and I’m pleased to write my favorite column of the year.

As a restaurant owner and food lover, I’ve been thrilled to be a part of the renaissance of Mission Hills as a premiere dining destination, which will make this year’s “Taste” more exciting than ever.

From 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., Tuesday, October 13 twenty-five venues, from worldly to hyper local, will be featured at the 4th Annual Taste of Mission Hills. This event is hosted by your non-profit Mission Hills Business Improvement District and serves as our annual fundraising event. Advance Tickets are $25 and are available online via www.

MissionHillsBID.com, at One Mission Realty, 928 Ft. Stockton #217, and at The Front Porch at 928 Ft. Stockton, #101. Tickets are limited and last year we sold out.

It’s been another exciting restaurant year in Mission Hills. We have welcomed Farmer’s Bottega and Rita’s on West Washington Street to the dining scene. We have also seen the additions of Kettle and Stone on West Lewis and Heartwork Cof-

fee Bar and Mission Hills Coffee Company, on Goldfinch. All offer so much more than coffee and have become community gathering spaces for neighbors and visitors. Pizza E Birra filled a niche in the ground floor of the Jonathan Segal “The Charmer” Building and in the taste buds on International Restaurant Row. And Brooklyn Girl, The Red Door and The Wellington have each gotten a new chef. Every change has added to the excitement and attention Mission Hills has drawn as a place to find fabulous food fare.

So join us on October 13.

Experience an evening of delectable “tastes” in our lovely and historic neighborhood. Please your palate with dishes representing everything from local farms to international cuisine. Our restaurants have promised to share some of their newest dishes and some of their tried and true favorites. Mix and mingle with Mission Hills’ friends and neighbors, grab a cocktail or a glass of wine and stop in to some of our local retail establishments who will be open a bit later than usual.

No driving is necessary. Included in the price of your Taste of Mission Hills ticket is the Old Town Trolley shuttle service to locations along West Washington, Goldfinch,

Ft. Stockton, West Lewis and International Restaurant Row on India Street. The trolley will run as a continuous loop to within steps of all the venues until 9:30 p.m.

• Pizza E Birra 3625 India St. 619.550.5796

The 25 participating venues include:

• Rubicon Deli 3715 India St. 858.488.3354

• Blue Water Seafood Market & Grill 3667 India St. 619.497.0914 • Brooklyn Girl 4033 Goldfinch St. 619.296.4600

• Café Bleu 807 W. Washington St. 619.291.1717 • Cake–Your Local Bakery 3085 Reynard Way 619.295.2253 (Taste location–Meshuggah Shack) • El Indio 3695 India St. 619.299.0333 • Farmer’s Bottega 860 West Washington St. 619.458.9929 • The Front Porch 928 Fort Stockton Dr. Suite 101, 619.377.0430 • Gelato Vero Caffé 3753 India St. 619.295.9269 • Harley Gray Kitchen & Bar 902 W. Washington St. 619.955.8451 • Kettle and Stone Coffee and Tea 1619 West Lewis St. 619.326.8505 • Lefty’s Chicago Pizzeria 4030 Goldfinch St. 619.299.4030

• The Red Door 741 W. Washington St. 619.295.6000 • Rita’s of Mission Hills 768 W. Washington St. 619.795.9086

• Saffron 3731-B India St. 619.574.7737 • Shakespeare’s Corner Shoppe 3719 India St. 619.683.2748 • Shakespeare Pub & Grille 3701 India St. 619.299.0230 • Starlite 3175 India St. 619.358.9766 • Sushi Deli 1 228 W. Washington St. 619.231.9597 • Venissimo Cheese 754 W. Washington St. 619.491.0708 • The Wellington Steak & Martini Lounge 729 W. Washington St. 619.295.6001

“Pull up a chair. Take a taste. Come join us. Life is so endlessly delicious.”

—Ruth Reichl • Trish Watlington Owner The Red Door Restaurant The Wellington Steak & Martini Lounge

• Meshuggah Shack 4048 Goldfinch St. • Mission Hills Coffee Company 4015 Goldfinch St. 619.795.7889 • The Patio on Goldfinch 4020 Goldfinch St. 619.501.5090

Jean P ierre Marques Honored for

50 Years of Martial Arts Teaching

When Jean Pierre Marques began his martial arts training as a boy in France in 1963, it is unlikely he was looking ahead to 50 years as a teacher in the arts, but that is exactly what he was recently honored for by two prestigious organizations. The USA Martial Arts Hall of Fame named him a “Living Legend,” and he was inducted into the Masters Hall of Fame at the annual Awards Banquet in Hollywood, CA. Marques is a Grand Master in the martial arts and has studied a wide variety of styles and forms, including Karate, Shintaido, Bojutsu, Jojutsu and boxing.

His boxing career included participation in the Champion of France Amateur Competition, similar to the American Golden Gloves. He has also studied extensively in yoga and wellness, and has since combined his passions into a series of schools and retreat centers. His formal martial arts training has included instruction from such legends as Master Mitsusuke Harada, Master Hiroyuki Aoki, Master Ed Parker and Tai Chi Master Dr. Wen Zee. Over the past 50 years, Marques has worked with thousands of students around the world, teaching them various East/West disciplines and helping them to improve their lives and health. “A human being cannot be divided into parts,” says Marques. “The whole must be considered in order to find the balance in physical, mental and spiritual health.”

In addition to his training in the martial arts and yoga, Marques is a trained behavioral therapist and hypnotherapist, as well as an accomplished author (“Wake Up to Life”), artist and poet. When he is not traveling around the world to work with clients, he can be reached through the Coronado Yoga and Wellness Center.•

Coldwell Banker Partners with Adopt-a-Pet to Find Homes for 20,000 Adoptable Dogs For over 109 years, Coldwell Banker has been opening doors for people to come home to, but this year we turned our focus to helping man’s best friend too. Through our advertising efforts and the Homes for Dogs Project, we sought to find homes for 20,000 adoptable dogs in 2015, because we know there is no such thing as a bad day when you come home to a dog’s love. And you know what? We did it. Thanks to our partnership with AdoptAPet.com and thousands of Coldwell Banker agents across the globe, we were able to hit our goal of 20,000 dog adoptions by mid-September.

Over the course of the campaign, dozens of Coldwell Banker offices hosted adoption drives and events to support the cause. Then in August, more than 650 shelters and rescue groups came together nationwide for one of the largest adoption events of the year. “We have been so honored to make a difference in these pets’ lives,” said Sean Blankenship, chief marketing officer of Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. “There is a saying that you don’t adopt a dog, the dog adopts you. To think of how many families we have touched this year as a result of the campaign is truly humbling.”

While our focus has been on finding homes for these beloved animals, we recognize that these animals have changed our homes for the better.

Now that’s a happy ending!

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by Barb Stron Most of you know that I am not really a gardener. I kill more than I cultivate. However, Tom Tesh of Waterwise Botanicals may have changed my black thumb to khaki. In August my neighbor and I drove to Escondido to visit Tesh‘s Nursery where he has created a nursery, laboratory, and show cases for what one can do using succulents.

Tesh took us to a grove where coolers with iced drinks sat amid tables on which were various fruits for snacking. We sat and listened as he spoke of newly created and recently discovered antique plants.

Tesh specializes in succulents which include cacti. Tesh explained that landscaping with succulents is different from the plants East Coast and the Mid-West transplanted people are used to.

Landscaping with succulents has myriad advantages over the typical “cottage” garden. First, succulents are easy to grow. They have longevity and most require little care. Tesh emphasized that ice plant and red apple are not his choices of succulents. They need more water and fertilizer than do other, more interesting succulents.

Succulents come in a variety of shapes, sizes, textures and colors.

Some are shrubs. Some have long branches. Others make good ground cover as they lie flat on the ground.

They all like well-drained soil. Most

succulents succumb to over-saturation.

When the bringing in a new plant, it will need a little more care until it has established itself. Dig a hole equal to the size of its root ball. Don’t add anything to the hole, but set the plant into the hole.

Do not backfill. He suggests leaving an airgap. The soil will fill in as the roots shift around, and you can sit back and marvel at how little care they need.

Tesh mentioned he got several plants from a cemetery.

They came with a cover letter, he joked, “Tomb it may concern.” He became serious again explaining that in Denver Tesh has created a succulent mosaic mountain using the plants’ colors to define the patterns. there was a three year moratorium on watering. you can get using succulents. He 20 minutes. Then late in the afternoon There have been 100 to 200 year has one garden he calls tropical. He they receive another 20 minute droughts yet trees 1000 to 2000 has planted various succulents with shower. Watering twice in one day years old managed to survive. Tesh’s tropical looking leaves and flowers. allows the soil to absorb more water as motto is “Water wise without the Another area consists of “Country it has a chance to drain. The overhead compromise.”

Cottage” gardens. He has desert spray washes off unwanted pests and As he finished his introductory gardens, South African gardens, dust. Mulch around the plants keeps remarks, he took us on a tour of his and he even has a “Neanderthaloe roots cool and slows evaporation. “show rooms.” These are various Land” featuring unusual and ancient Tesh does use some fertilizer to gardens showing the variety of “looks” looking aloes. On the hill behind the replace the nitrogen in our slightly “show rooms” alkaline water and soil. He uses Tesh has created a succulent regular lawn fertilizer and sprinkles 8/13 through 9/16/2015 Market Update mosaic mountain using the plants’ it liberally between his plants. Water 8/13 through 9/16/2015 Market Update colors to define the patterns. He it lightly. for Single Family Detached Homes in also has a path he calls the “Golden Many of these plants have a for Single Family Detached Homes in Barrel Stairway.

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Family Fall Weekend Fun at the

San Diego Kids Expo & Fair Mark your calendar, the popular fall San Diego Kids Expo & Fair is right around the corner. There is always so much to do for the entire family. This fun fair has everything with music, dance, sports demos, games, cooking classes, plus so much more at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. The Expo runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., both Saturday, October 17 and Sunday, October 18.

Back by popular demand is Playland where it is unlimited rides for $5.00.

This year’s Playland attractions include: human body bubbles, mini laser tag, a super slide and inflatable obstacle course.

This year at the Ticketed Outdoor Fair includes water rollers, a hop n rock obstacle course, a parachute rocket, walk on water bubbles, trackless trains, remote control cars, pedal cars and laser tag.

This will be joined by two outdoor stages, a Rock and Roll San Diego band stage and the Taylor Guitars outdoor acoustic stage. The San Diego Kids Expo & Fair showcases fun themed interactive features that everyone in the family can enjoy, including products and services on display for both parents and kids. Babies “R” Us, The Home Depot Kids Workshop, Arts & Crafts, Cooking 4 Life, and many others, join in the festivities to make this a fun-filled weekend for all ages.

From live music to dance, karate, cheerleading, modeling and gymnastics performances all by students, the San Diego Kids Expo & Fair has music and entertainment for all ages.

Parents aren’t forgotten in this event either, the Expo will also showcase nearly 200 exhibit booths, featuring toys and games, sports and fitness, learning devices, safety products, health and nutrition, horticulture and natural products, activity equipment, summer camps and more, for every age and child, making it an incredible weekend outing for families.

Tickets, available at the door, are $8 for adults and children 12 and under get in for free. The new Playland tickets are $5 per child for unlimited use.

For more information on the event, visit the website www.sandiegokidsexpo. com or call 619.269.9441.•

A Scrumdiddlyumptious Day at the

Wacky Wonky Walk & Kids Festival Lace up your sneakers, find your best costume and prepare your sweet tooth for the Wacky Wonky Walk & Kids Festival from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Sunday, October 25 at Waterfront Park. This “world of imagination” will take over the park with a 4.89K Wacky Walk and Pure Imagination Festival with wacky activity extravaganza to raise much needed funds for the San Diego Center for Children and their vital behavioral health and educational programs for children and youth throughout San Diego County.

Kids and adults–and adults who act like kids–will have an absolute blast traveling through candy fun and silly obstacles (like the Lollipop Lane) spanning an easy 4.89K course around Waterfront Park. Led by Mr. Wonka and a team of Oompa Loompas, be sure to watch your step so you don’t fall into the Chocolate River. Upon reaching the finish line, you will be welcomed into a land of true fantasy at the Pure Imagination Festival where you can treat your taste buds to a variety of food vendors, making sure to stop at Candy Court featuring delicious bites of every kind to satisfy that sweet tooth. A gobstopper sugar high will power your little tikes through multiple rounds in the bouncy houses and numerous rolls in the Zorbing Balls, while you can lounge out in the San Diego sun and watch all the fun to the sound track of great local kids’ bands and other spectacular performances.

Tickets to this wacky event are $25 for adults and $15 for kids. All proceeds for the day will benefit the San Diego Center for Children which helps thousands of children and families across San Diego County get the hope and healing they need to overcome behavioral and mental health challenges.

The Wacky Wonky Walk & Kids Festival is sure to be a day to fulfill every child’s wildest dreams…and admit it, yours too. Visit WackyWonkyWalk. com for complete details or to purchase tickets.•

Mr. Wonka and a team of Oompa Loompas will guide guests through Waterfront Park.

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Annual Fall Festival in Old Town San Diego Old Town San Diego State Historic Park is kicking off the fall season October 10 with its annual Fall Festival. The museums and merchants in the state park will be richly decorated and will host family friendly games, activities and entertainment reminiscent of an old-fashioned harvest celebration.

A master pumpkin-carving demonstration with nationally renowned food artist and chef Guido Michael will be a highlight of the day. Eight of the chef’s creations will be given away at the end of the day along with 10 instructional videos on fruit carving produced by Guido Michael. Chef Guido will be carving from noon to 4 p.m. in the under a large shade tree in the center of the town plaza.

Prizes will be awarded for games on the green such as pumpkin toss, pumpkin races and more. Wells Fargo Museum will be hosting crafts and a pony-toss game as well. Free craft activities will include pumpkin painting, corn shucking, environmentally friendly bird feeders and corn husk flowers in a specially decorated Harvest Home. Participating merchants in the state park will also have craft activities inside their stores.

Suzie’s Farm will provide educational activities about organic farming in San Diego. There will also be a Gothic literature exhibit in the Robinson-Rose Visitor Center.

“Fall Festival is a great tradition that celebrates the turning of the seasons and the bounty of the harvest,” said Antionette Fischer of Rust General Store and Bistro who is heading up the event this year. “We want people to come experience an old-fashioned, family-oriented fall celebration in the fantastic historic setting of the state park.”

The activities start at noon and go until 4 p.m. Free parking is available throughout Old Town with extra parking available across Taylor Street in the CalTrans parking lot.

Fall Festival in OldTown San Diego State Historic Park is sponsored

by Fiesta de Reyes, Geppetto’s, Racine and Laramie, Artisan Imports, Cousin’s Candy, Toler’s Leather Depot, The Johnson House, and Rust General Store and Bistro. For information call 619.297.3100 or visit www.parks.ca.gov/oldtownsandiego.•

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Baths & More Tour on October 24th

The American Society of Interior Designers’ “Kitchens, Baths and More Tour,” Oct. 24, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., will feature 11 beautifully designed homes in coastal San Diego County with newly remodeled spaces. The homes showcase a broad range of tastes, lifestyles, and personal preferences and demonstrate the effectiveness of interior design to meet specific objectives.

Homes on the tour range from a historic 1920s home in Mission Hills to a 1950s ranch house in the heavily wooded area of Point Loma to a bayside condo built in the 1970s. The homes on the tour are located from Point Loma to Oceanside, with several enjoying panoramic ocean views.

“This tour shows how designers can create beautiful interiors while working within the budgets, lifestyles, and tastes of homeowners,” said Kelly Smiar-Gallegos, ASID, co-chair of the event.

Homes feature the latest trends in flooring, surfaces, appliances, color and materials. “The tour shows how designers can take dark, cramped, outdated spaces and transform them into open, light-filled spaces with a connection to other living areas and the outdoors,” said Smiar-Gallegos.

Tour sites are located in the San Diego communities of Point Loma, Mission Hills, Pacific Beach, La Jolla, Encinitas, Carlsbad and Oceanside.

Information and tickets, priced at $25, are available at ASIDSanDiego.org. Generous group discounts are offered. Tickets will also be available at all tour sites the day of the tour and addresses will be posted on the ASID San Diego website the day of the tour. Information is available at 858.566.3345.•

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San Diego REPertory Theatre The West Coast Premiere of “My Mañana Comes” by Elizabeth Irwin and directed by Delicia Turner Sonnenberg, runs from Wednesday, Oct. 7 through Oct. 25, 2015 in the Lyceum Space at the San Diego REPertory Theatre, located at 79 Horton Plaza in downtown San Diego, CA. When out to eat at a fine dining restaurant, one certainly pays more attention to the wine list than worry about the economic challenges of the busboys who silently keep the tables ready and clean. Aren’t the industrious ghosts who refill our water glass supposed to be politely ignored?

Not for playwright Elizabeth Irwin. In “My Mañana Comes,” the hopes and struggles of four busboys in a swanky restaurant are finally served-up as the main course. Peter and Whalid are American born. Jorge and Pepe are undocumented immigrants from Mexico. They are an amazing team– filling breadbaskets, folding napkins, slicing lemons, clearing tables and delivering food to unseen customers in a busboy ballet of crisscross, swerve and dodge. They bond and banter, show off and hide their secrets like only a team of laborers can. For these men what you take home each night in cash is what keeps your head above water. When a shocking event threatens to shatter their economic security and dreams of a better life, the need to take care of “number one” first opens a giant and dangerous chasm between the brothers. This gem of a drama is a wonderfully complex and surprising taste of the American dream.

Jorge E. Rodriguez, Jose Martinez, Edred Utomi and Spencer Smith are members of the cast.

Tickets can be purchased in-person at the REPs box office, by calling 619.544.1000, or online at sdrep.org.•

Landmark Theatres

“The Cut” is an epic drama, adventure and western all rolled into one. It tells a tale of war and displacement, but also the power of love and hope, which enables us to achieve the unimaginable.

Mardin, 1915: One night, the Turkish police round up all the Armenian men in the city, including young blacksmith Nazaret (Tahar Rahim, “A Prophet”), who is separated from his family. Years later, after managing to survive the horrors of the genocide, he hears that his two daughters are also still alive. Nazaret becomes fixated on the idea of finding them and sets off to track them down. His search takes him from the Mesopotamian deserts and

Havana to the barren and desolate prairies of North Dakota. On this odyssey, he encounters a range of very different people: angelic and kind-hearted characters, but also the devil incarnate.

Released for the 100th Anniversary of the Armenian Genocide, “The Cut” is acclaimed writer/director Fatih Akin’s conclusion to his Love, Death and The Devil trilogy that started with “Head-On” and continued with “The Edge of Heaven.”

The film is 138 minutes long, Not Rated and opens Friday, October 2 at Landmark’s Ken 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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Left to right are Jose Martinez, Spencer Smith, Edred Utomi and Jose Martinez who star in “My Mañana Comes.”

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Annual Fall Show

The Art Glass Guild presents its 2015 Fall Patio Show and Sale from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, October 10 and 11 at 1770 Village Place, Spanish Village Art Center in Balboa Park. This show is free to the public and the largest Art Glass show in Southern California which is focused on showcasing art created by local San Diego Glass Artists.

Visitors will see more than thirty juried artists exhibiting their creations as they stroll the patio in Spanish Village. Beautiful art glass exhibiting techniques such as: blown, fused, torch, stained, cast, etched and mosaic will be on display.

There will be entertainment for all including: live music, demonstrations featuring torch-work, and glass cutting, as well as an area for children and adults alike to create their own unique mosaic art piece to take home.

For more information, visit www.artglassguild.com, or call 619.702.8006.•

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Little Italy FESTA! & Sicilian Festival

Announce Partnership

The Little Italy Association is proud to officially announce that the annual Sicilian Festival has merged with FESTA! for one massive cultural festival as the brand new Little Italy FESTA! on Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015.

The bigger-than-ever 21st annual FESTA! celebration will take over the streets of Little Italy from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m., filled with authentic live Italian entertainment, Italian food, a stickball tournament, bocce ball tournament, a colorful flag procession and of course the festival’s favorite—Gesso Italiano (Italian Chalk) to celebrate one of the most iconic neighborhoods not only in San Diego, but in the country.

FESTA! celebrates everything the neighborhood has been able to achieve and highlights all the incredible things that make this neighborhood so special. From the food to the art, the activities to the music and dancing— Little Italy invites everyone to become a part of its “famiglia” by taking part in this year’s FESTA!•

Glass artists will display and sell their artwork during the show.

Trick or The Treat Front Porch is Having a Halloween Open House From 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday, October 31, the Front Porch in Mission Hills and Coronado is holding a Halloween Open House. They will have caramel apple ‘pops’, hot cider and sips for adults, as well as lots of food and candy, and all day long cooking demonstrations (at both locations). There will also be a kid and pet costume contest. Participating guests in costume (dogs and kids) will be photographed throughout the day. Winners of the contest will be announced over the weekend. Expect lots of fun prizes.

The Mission Hills Front Porch is located at 928 fort stockton drive; the Coronado Front Porch is located at 918 Orange Avenue.•

Guests of FESTA will enjoy lots of entertainment, culture and traditions of Little Italy, San Diego.

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Solving the World’s Problems. Really.

By Laura Walcher If everyone did crossword puzzles, the world would be a better pace.

We who experience undue stress in our lives might want to share this inside secret. I am a recognized serene person. In fact, I’ve actually been cited and commended for my easy-going nature. This is entirely due to crosswords.

It’s nearly impossible to think of the real stress and complications in your life while struggling with a crossword puzzle. If you are not deeply searching for a four-letter word for infinite (vast), you are in deep contemplation about the French word for vineyard (cru), or experiencing a triumphic high for remembering that Tokyo Rose’s’ real name was Iva Toguri.

It simply offsets worrying about your career or where your children are. Believe me, this is very relaxing. There’s satisfaction to be had, too, when you’re just guessing and you’ve

actually guessed right! See? You’ve intuitively resolved an important issue of the moment– giving you exquisite confidence for the reallife conundrums.

You may be thinking hard about a word, and suddenly realize that it’s the definition that’s throwing you off. Take “refuse.” It could be a noun or a verb or refer entirely to Shakespeare.

Or Beowulf.

I worried while I began writing this–how am I going to gather all the examples I need? Easy: any daily paper can deliver–to say nothing of the Sunday puzzle. Once you “get” the theme for the Sunday puzzle, you might have it made, and by then it’s the end of a very calm day (OK: it might already be Monday).

I once knew a guy who regularly finished the Sunday New York Times puzzle by 10 a.m. I never talked to him again.

It’s popularly thought that crosswords help maintain an educated and agile mind–an as-yet undecided issue.

Certain categories continually defy me, so maybe the educational angle is iffy. For instance, I’m not good on biological suffixes, nor Greek legends, to’ I have learned that “ase” is an enzyme suffix and Leto is the Mother of Artemis. I may, however, be the only one in my entire circle who knows the rivers Oise and Aare. I worry, too, that contemporary culture will creep into crosswords– like who survived “Survivor,” or the winner of “American Idol.” Or, worse, oddly-named rock groups or star-for-a-day performers. Scary.

Besides being unable to solve a puzzle altogether, which while frustrating, doesn’t really matter (in the scheme of things), the only downside of crossword puzzles is when the solution turns out to be–a stretch. For instance, why is “eat” the solution to the definition, “tuck in?”

People who actually compose crosswords are very under-appreciated. Except of course, for Will Shortz. If you have to ask, “who’s Will Shortz?” you probably shouldn’t read this piece, altogether.•

Oseas Villatoro Grand Opening

by Aubree Lynn, Stylist/Writer/Producer

“Fashion will remain the most astonishing activity of mankind. Born to struggle between wisdom and madness… between dream and reality in our edgy mind,” offered Fashion Designer Oseas Villatoro.

I had the pleasure of connecting early this year with Villatoro, a creative genius. I first experienced his clothing and style at Experience Fashion Night back in February 2015. I saw a bold print outfit and color illuminating from the stage. One accessory I will never forget was a motorcycle helmet with flowers protruding out of the top. It was truly magnificent.

In July I was contacted by Villatoro. He asked if I would where one of his dresses to the grand opening of his new studio in August 2015. I was more than delighted. We met and there was an instant connection, he is not only a very talented man but his character and soul has a calming and refreshing vibe. We spoke about life, family and fashion; three things we both are passionate about.

One week until the opening and he was ready to show his collection and was already talking of designing for New York Fashion Week (NYFW). I, as many others, encouraged this to occur.

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The studio grand opening was a success. There was a full audience, standing room and support from all different realms of fashion, art, and photography. Humble as ever, Villatoro spoke about his next collection: ladies plus size featured on the runway in New York City for NYFW! This September Oseas Villatoro will impress the east coast with his flare, taste, and twist on ladies plus size. Those of us here in San Diego cannot wait to see his journey unfold.

I am proud of you Villatoro and I know you will be hitting it big sooner than your edgy mind will allow your reality to dream.

My special thanks to Villatoro for the beautiful dress that complimented my baby bump. An additional thanks to Art Rivas for the impromptu hand crafted jewelry that paired ever so on point with Villatoro’s dress.

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Fashion Designer Oseas Villatoro (left) and Stylishly Aubree Lynn, wearing a dress by Villatoro with designed cuff and earrings by Artemisa Rivas Jewelry.

Photo courtesy of Leo Malevanchik (www.leomalevanchik.com).

Named North America’s Top Volunteer Fundraiser

Peter Ferrantelli, of Mission Hills, who has spent 45 years volunteering and raising money in San Diego for charitable causes, has been named the 2015 Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser by the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP).

Ferrantelli will be honored along with nine other local award recipients at the AFP San Diego’s National Philanthropy Day Awards Luncheon, presented by National University’s Sanford Institute of Philanthropy, on Nov. 9, 2015, at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront Hotel. He will then receive his national award at the second annual National Philanthropy Day® Honors event on Nov. 12 in New York City.

Dedicated to improving the lives of those individuals most at risk, including infants, children, the elderly and people with disabilities, Ferrantelli has given his time as a volunteer and business owner, and more than $2.4 million in donations to a variety of organizations. These include, but are not limited to, Noah Homes, St. Madeleine Sophie’s Center, University of San Diego High School, Friends of Handicapped Children, Scripps Mercy Hospital Neonatal Unit, and a preschool in the hills of Taiwan.

Ferrantelli has spent a decade as founder and current chair of Noah’s Ark Angel Foundation,

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taking on every role from “Chief Cook and Bottle Washer” to “Video Director.” As of July, the Ark Angel Foundation has raised more than $1.7 million.

Previously, he served two terms on the Noah Homes Board of Directors.

“We all have a platform or life experience that sends us in one direction or the other. For me, it was a simple handshake with a new Stanford University graduate–I was 13 years old. From that day until now I have looked up to, respected and admired that person. Five years ago he said something that was profound and I would like to pass it on, as it is an undeniable truth. He said, and I quote, ‘Philanthropy has a way of giving back in ways we cannot imagine.’ That man has changed the face of San Diego and his name is Mr. Malin Burnham.

Malin, thanks for that handshake and encouraging words that turned a tough, at-risk kid around.”

St. Madeline Sophie’s Center is another of Ferrantelli’s causes. Challenged by his 89-yearold grandfather several decades ago, he raised $70,000 to build a new classroom for preschool children with developmental disabilities at the organization. The center grew from 10 to 60 children. He has also personally given more

than $400,000 of his own money to support St. Madeline Sophie’s Center, which has grown with the help of many families to now serve more than 400 adults with developmental disabilities.•

Peter Ferrantelli is one of six finalists who will be honored at the National Philanthropy Day Honors event on Nov. 12 in New York City.

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My Friend, Charlotte Tenney

By Violet Green Twenty years ago I moved to San Diego to be closer to my first nephew. I wanted to be a part of his life and to make one of my favorite vacation spots my home.

Whenever I visited, I would be sure to roam through Balboa Park, exploring, enjoying, breathing–always finding something new. Originally from the East Coast, I used to say it was the “Central Park of San Diego,â€? but now I know it’s so much more! This is my twenty-first year in this beautiful place and earlier this year, I made another discovery‌the Trees for Health garden. “Huh? The what?â€? is the reaction I get from most folks. Have you discovered this magical place?

It’s on the west edge of Balboa Park (the 6th Avenue side), where the one-way Balboa Drive meets the Quince Street off-ramp from the 163 freeway. If you know where the Camp Fire Boys and Girls camp is, you’ve probably sailed right past it while looking for parking.

I’m excited to have the opportunity to share my find with you here in a public way, so that you can join me in honoring one of the founders, Charlotte Tenney. You see, although the garden is new to me, without Charlotte it would never have come to be and wouldn’t have remained for the past 20 years, so that I could discover it. Thank you, Charlotte!

Earlier this summer, my new friend Charlotte passed away. Since then I’ve met many people who knew her and find that she touched each one of us in a profound way. Whether it was her extensive herbal knowledge, her undivided attention when you spoke, or the gentle way she would correct you when you misunderstood what she had said.

She had an unassuming way about her, yet a fierce passion evident in the sparkle of her eyes. To see a wonderful tribute to Charlotte, please visit the San Diego Herb Guild blog at sandiegoherbalistsguild. blogspot.com/.

If you’ve got some time and want to help keep the magical Trees for Health garden weed free and spiffed up for everyone to enjoy, please stop by and join our work party on a Friday morning. We’re usually there between 7:30 and 10 a.m. Remember to bring your gloves, hat, and water.

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Tiny Universe To Perform

25th Annual San Diego Music Awards

The San Diego Music Foundations is proud to announce the addition of Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe to the performer’s lineup at the 25th annual San Diego Music Awards. The annual awards gala returns to the outdoor concert stage at Humphrey’s by the Bay at 7 p.m., Monday, October 5 to recognize the diverse achievements of the talented San Diego music community. Proceeds from the event go to benefit the San Diego Music Foundation’s Guitars for Schools program.

Approaching two decades strong, Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe continues to be a prolific touring act that regularly performs over 150 shows annually. The band is currently working on material for a new studio album, which is scheduled to be released later this year. Denson himself is an acclaimed and highly in-demand saxophonist and songwriter, who first came to national attention as a member of Lenny Kravitz’s Let Love Rule-era group. Denson is currently a member of The Rolling Stones touring band, which recently completed their Zip Code tour of the United States. In addition to the bands performance at the San Diego Music Awards, the band will also be performing a full concert on Friday, October 2 at the Belly Up in Solana Beach.

In addition to Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe, the 25th anniversary edition of the San Diego Music Awards will Karl Denson is currently a member of The Rolling Stones touring band, feature performances from many San Diego artists who which recently completed their Zip Code tour of the United States. have won awards over the past 25 years. This includes Louis XIV, Big Mountain, Cody Lovass, Berkley Hart Selis Twang, B-Side Players, Gregory Page & his accompanists plus a special performance from 2015 Lifetime Achievement Award recipient, Peter Sprague.

For complete event information or to purchase tickets, visit sandiegomusicawards.com.•

She Writes & Sings

from Her Heart

By Patty Ducey-Brooks

On a monthly basis I receive a lot of press releases on up and coming and established singers, musicians and songwriters. It’s a true blessing to get to experience all the talent that exists in our world. However, with as many artists I am introduced to, few touch me as this local songwriter, singer and musician. Her name is Taylor Carpenter and she has made music her messenger. Despite a life of physical challenges and disappointments, Carpenter keeps on going. She is an inspiration.

Carpenter was born in San Diego in 1993. Before, and at her birth there was no way to diagnose her with Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI) or in other words, “brittle bones,” a condition where the bones are very fragile. The children affected with this disorder have multiple fractures, usually due to very little trauma that is often not even documented. When Carpenter was born, her family had to carry her around on a big pillow. Throughout constant and continuous medical visits and surgeries, she remembers very early in life, sitting hand in hand with her mom singing special songs as they endured the pain of injections and invasive procedures. Carpenter’s mom is a Christian singer and encouraged her daughter to sing as a means to deal with the pain that she experienced on a daily basis.

Unfortunately Carpenter’s journey with disappointments continued. She survived a car accident in 6th grade that left her with a broken pelvis, both hips broken, and a broken wrist. Carpenter, in a body cast (which she was used to after 13 surgeries) recalls time in her room scolding God for allowing her to be in pain, asking why He could not have made life easier.

Slowly, Carpenter realized it was a test. A patient, loving youth pastor visiting her in the hospital reminded her that her life was a gift. Now Carpenter sees every struggle and broken bone as a way to praise God because it could be so much worse.

During her freshman year, Carpenter learned simple chords from her worship pastor at youth group. She forced herself to practice regularly, always improving her gift of song. One rainy afternoon, a substitute teacher allowed the class to write quietly. Taylor gazed out at the storm outside and wrote “Washed Away.”

Taylor’s type of OI is the most severe, for those who are fortunate enough to live through birth. Some doctors said she would probably not live through her first birthday. They were wrong.

Carpenter brings smiles to everyone she encounters. Her stamina and determination continually encourages everyone who knows her, while reminding us all how small our problems are in comparison to hers.

Carpenter turns to her religion and God to help guide her through life and Taylor Carptenter’s video was filmed at various locations, including location shots give her the strength to carry on. She believes that God has gifted her with in downtown San Diego. She recalls it as being an experience of a lifetime. music so that she can bring good into the world and inspire others who are also struggling with their own physical and mental challenges, however, small or large they may be.

“Washed Away” is music of faith, belief and inspiration. It is a song that can fill your life with hope that there are solutions to any and every problem that comes our way. I encourage you to listen to her music at www.youtube.com/TaylorCarpenterMusic. And, if you’re inspired, as I have been, purchase her CD.•

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Harry’s Bar and American Grill”

By David Rottenberg

Hemingway Would Love It!

By the time this story goes to press, San Diego Restaurant Week will have come and gone. Hopefully, readers will have taken advantage of the opportunity to enjoy select fine dining establishments at somewhat reduced prices. Another restaurant week will come by in about six months.

Harry’s Bar and American Grill in University Town Center (UTC) was one of the featured restaurants. There are a lot of changes going on in its neighborhood. There’s a huge hole in the ground at the Westfield mall, which is undergoing major expansion, with possibly many new restaurants. A short time ago, David Cohn, who is never afraid to pull the plug on a struggling operation, reworked The Gaslamp Strip Club into the now popular Draft Republic. And Donovan’s moved out of UTC and reopened in La Jolla. But Harry’s Bar has weathered changes and continues to serve outstanding cuisine for many years, despite changes in ownership.

The restaurant was once part of an international chain of venues that began with a location in Venice, Italy. The story goes that Guiseppe Cipriani, a local bartender, lent a patron a large some of money that was ultimately repaid with a huge bonus by the grateful borrower. When asked what to do with the bonus, the borrower replied, “open a bar and name it after me.” Harry Bar was born.

The Venice location became very popular with celebrities. Ernest Harry’s Bar and American Grill offers a comfortable setting and a touch of history.

Hemingway was one of the notables. The bar became famous with his patronage. Other celebrities who frequented it include Charlie Garo Minassian is one of the operators of the local restaurant. He brings Chaplin, Richard Halliburton, Aristotle Onassis and Woody Allen. The a wealth of experience to the operation, having run Scalini, a famous Del chain expanded by franchising into several major European and American Mar eatery, for over 25 years. locations but, unfortunately, ultimately went into bankruptcy. Many of the The restaurant can be seen from La Jolla Village Drive but parking is franchisees bought their locations, so the name continued, including the actually in one of the parking structures behind it. It pays to note the address location at UTC. of the restaurant to identify which tower in which to park. It is validated.

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A walkway leads past a small and beautifully landscaped pond to the restaurant’s entrance.

The interior is divided into a bar area and several rooms. One of the rooms is like a “garden” room, with views of the landscaping. Booths and tables are arranged comfortably. The main room is divided by archways sheathed in a light colored wood that accentuates the separation without dominating it.

The bar area is set against the wall near the entrance, a large area of wood, mirrors and shiny bottles. The original Harry’s, in Venice, was famous for its cocktails, especially its dry martini made of 10 parts gin to one part vermouth. The La Jolla version has its own list of heady, tasty cocktails.

The menu offers a selection of dishes prepared by recipes from all over Italy. Antipasti include carpaccio di bue, thinly sliced raw beef, light mustard sauce, capers and shaved parmigiana. Or, try the tortino di granchini, crab cakes, with cilantro oil. One of my favorites, a dish prepared in only a few restaurants–bone marrow served with grilled ciabatta.

Pastas include linguini frutti de mare, linguini tossed with shrimps, mussels, clams, and calamari.

Lasagna is always a favorite, made with chicken for a lighter dish.

Carnivores, though, find a real sanctuary at Harry’s.

The costollette di vitello or the New York steak, each a large 14 ounce, are grilled to perfection.

The wine list features selections mostly from Italy or California, with many available by the glass at reasonable prices.

Harry’s Bar and American Grill is a comfortable setting in which to enjoy good food and a sense of history.

In addition to dinner, the restaurant is popular for business lunches, particularly by occupants of the many corporate offices in the neighborhood. And there is a weekday happy hour from 3:30 to 7 p.m., with discounts on appetizers, beer and wine. Prices are moderate. Reservations are recommended. The restaurant is located 4370 La Jolla Village Tasty cocktails with flavorful names Dr. Call 858.373.1252.• are available at the bar and restaurant.

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October 2015 Thru October 31 n theNAT, San Diego National History Museum, located at

1788 El Prado in Balboa Park, invite you to 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 is 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. Other centennial events have been planned throughout 2015. n Lawn Programs take place from 2 to 3 p.m. on Sundays, as well as weekly festivals of music, dance, traditional costumes, arts, crafts, and ethnic foods presented by member houses of the House of Pacific Relation on a rotating basis. Visit www. sdhpr.org or call 619.234.0739 for information. n Gotthelf Art Gallery at the San Diego Center for Jewish Culture, located at 4126 Executive Drive, La Jolla, presents 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. Visit gallery@ifjcc.org for information.

It’s free and open to the public. n San Diego Central Library @ Joan & Irwin Jacobs Common at 3300 Park Blvd. in downtown 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. Additional information can be found at www.sandiegolibrary.org.

October 2 thru 4 n Fleet Week San Diego at the MCAS Miramar Air Show is

free to the general public. Visit www.miramarairshow.com for times and preferred paid seating options. Enjoy a Salute to Veterans and their Families: See Military Performers: U.S. Navy Blue Angels, U.S. Army Golden Knights, U.S. Navy Leap Frogs, F-35B Lighting, Boeing AV-8B Harrier, Bell Boeing MV-22 Osprey and Marine Air-Ground Task Force (MAGTF) Demo.

October 2 thru 4, 8 thru 11, 15 thru 18 & 21 thru November 1 n Del Mar Fairgrounds, located at 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd.

in Del Mar, will have San Diego County’s largest haunted experience: “metamorpho-cide into murderous homicide” with new attractions from 7 to 11 p.m., Sunday through Thursday; and 7 p.m. to midnight, Friday and Saturday.

(Not recommended for children under 10 years old.) For information and tickets, visit www.thescreamzone.com.

October 2 thru 4, 9 thru 11, 16 thru 18, and 23 thru 25 (rain or shine) n San Diego Zoo Safari Park parking lot at 15500 San Pasqual

Valley Road, Escondido presents Rise of the Jack O’Lanterns from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. The parking lot will be glowing orange when it features more than 5,000 intricately handcarved jack o’lanterns crafted by artists into striking displays along a winding trail that spans a third of a mile. Ticket prices range from $24 to $28 and are only available by advance online purchase at www.therise.org. There is no charge for children ages 2 and younger. Free parking is available.

October 2, 9, 23, & 30 n Linda Vista Branch Library, located at 2160 Ulric Street

in San Diego, presents storytime with Mr. Luan from10:30 to 11:10 a.m. Children and their families are invited to join us for stories, rhymes, and songs. For Children.

For information, call 858.543.1399. n Linda Vista Branch Library, located at 2160 Ulric Street in San Diego, presents Crafts for Kids from 4 to 5 p.m.

Stretch your imagination and create fabulous crafts!

For information, call 858.543.1399.

October 2 thru 24 n The Studio Door hosts an Opening Reception at 3750 30th

Street-North Park from 6 to 9 p.m. Meet the participating artists and get a feel of the artwork so they can carefully plan out their creative journey the following weekend. From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., October 10 and 11, there will be a self-guided artist studios tour; this event is free to the public. Visitors will be able to enjoy and purchase diverse artwork including oil, acrylic and watercolor paintings, fiber art, jewelry, ceramic art, woodwork, glass art, collage, sculptures and photography.

Visit www.openstudiossandiego.com for details.

Thru October 3 n San Diego Public Library celebrates Freedom to Read during

“Banned Books Week.” This year’s theme celebrates Young Adult Books More Frequently Challenged Than Any Other.

The San Diego Public Library, in partnership with the San Diego Costume Guild, presents the 4th annual All-Day ReadAloud Read-a-Thon from noon to 5 p.m., Friday, October 2 in the Garden Courtyard at the San Diego Central Library @ Joan Λ Irwin Jacobs Common located at 330 Park Blvd in downtown San Diego. The public is invited to read along side librarians, volunteer and teen readers, and special guests from the Costume Guild, who will appear as costumed characters from many favorite books including Harry Potter and Alice in Wonderland. For information, visit www.sandiegolibrary.org.

October 3 n theNAT, San Diego National History Museum, located at

1788 El Prado in Balboa Park presents Canyoneer Hikes from 8 to 10:30 a.m. at the Batiquitos Lagoon. The hikes are free and open to the public, dogs or other pets are not permitted on the walks, as they interfere with observing wildlife. Hiking boots are recommended for desert and mountain hikes.

Bring adequate water and food: even the short or easy hikes can demand liquid and energy resources. You may also wish to bring a jacket, binoculars, and field guides. Bring rain gear if rain is a possibility. Information and directions are available at www.sndhm.org.

October 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31 n Linda Vista Branch Library, located at 2160 Ulric Street in San Diego, presents Storytime with Ms Andie from 11 a.m. to noon. Enjoy a story told energetically by Ms. Andie. For information, call 858.543.1399.

October 4 n Muttropolis Shelter Dog Appreciation takes place at 227

S. Cedros Avenue in Solana Beach from 1 to 4 p.m. Lend a Paw by donating $1 or more for the month of October at either Muttropolis location to benefit the San Diego Humane Society. For information, visit www.sdhumane.org. n Central Library Celebrates the 60th Anniversary of the Concert Series made possible by the Friends of the Central

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Library. All programs are free and open to the public.

Most Concert Series are approximately one hour long with no intermission and, unless otherwise noted, are held at 2:30 p.m. in the Neil Morgan Auditorium at the Central Library, 300 Park Boulevard in downtown San Diego. Lori Bell (flute) and Mikan Zlatkovich (piano) will perform American songbook standards, originals, and Brazilian compositions. For information, call 619.236.5800 or visit www.sandiegolibrary.org.

October 5, 12, 19 & 26 n Linda Vista Branch Library, located at 2160 Ulric Street in San

Diego, presents Storytime with Katie from 10:30 to 11 a.m.

For information, call 858.543.1399.

October 6 n Reuben H. Fleet Science Center will feature a free science

learning event for 52 Weeks of Science, which was created

by San Diego’s, science, cultural and educational intuitions and individuals. An ambitious program to celebrate the wealth of interest and support for STEM education and to bring science learning to San Diego neighborhoods every week with more than thirty organizations that have come together in partnership with the communities of Barrio Logan and Logan Heights. The kick-off party attendees will enjoy free food, music, hands-on activities, interactive science demonstration and more at the Logan Heights Branch Library, 567 S 28th Street in San Diego, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The public is invited to attend.

October 6, 13, 20 and 27 n Linda Vista Branch Library, located at 2160 Ulric Street in

San Diego, presents Do Your Homework @ The Library from 3 to 6 p.m. Students (K-8) can receive free personalized assistance. For information, call 858.543.1399.

October 7, 14, 21 & 28 n Linda Vista Branch Library, located at 2160 Ulric Street in

San Diego, presents The Fight Club from 5 to 6 p.m. Learn 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. Audience is teens, adults and seniors For information, call 858.543.1399.

October 8 n theNAT, San Diego National History Museum, located

at 1788 El Prado in Balboa Park, presents Nature & Me Storytime at 10:15 a.m. Open to all ages with a parent or guardian (recommended for ages 1-5). Free with Museum admission. This Months theme is Bats. Visit www.sdnat.org for ticket information. n Ray Wylie Hubbard will be the headliner at tonight’s AMSDconcerts. He writes the kind of songs that make you want to ride along no matter where he’s going, because you know it’s gonna get strange somewhere along the Way. In the 1970s he joined country music “outlaws” Waylon Jennings and Willie Nelson as part of the progressive county vanguard on the Texas music scene. A dozen or so albums later, Hubbard has continued to solidify himself as an elder statesman of Texas Music and a songwriter’s songwriter.

You will not want to miss this 7:30 p.m. performance at the Laura R. Charles Theater at Sweetwater High School, located at 2900 Highland Avenue in National City. For tickets, visit www.AMSDconcerts.com.

October 10 n San Dan Diego History Center in Balboa Park presents

Genealogy in San Diego from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

DNA results got your head spinning? Then get your ticket to the 1st Annual San Diego Genealogy Day. There will be speakers and additional classes including Researching Your Family Tree–How to Get Started. There will be a continental breakfast and Exhibit Hall. For registration and information, visit www.sandiegohistory.org/genealogy. n Reuben H. Fleet Science Center is holding a Saturday Science Club for girls in grades 5 through 8 from 12–2 p.m. This month we will discuss: Geologists Rock! Dig into your inner geologist as we examine rocks, minerals and relative dating.

Make your own fossil and try to wrap your mind around geologic time! Prices are members $12, non-members $14 per person. To participate, parents must pre-register by calling 619.238.1233 x806. n Old Town San Diego State Historic Park is kicking off the fall season with its annual Fall Festival. Activities are from noon to 4 p.m. The museums and merchants in the start park will be richly decorated and will host family friendly games, activities and entertainment reminiscent of an old-fashioned harvest celebration. A master pumpkin-carving demonstration with nationally renowned food artist and chef Guido Michael will be a highlight of the day. For information, call 619.297.3100 or visit www.parks.ca.gov/oldtownsandiego. n Mission Basilica San Diego De Alcala Oktoberfest 2015 takes place from 6 to 8 p.m. in the California Room at 10818 San Diego Mission Road. Eat delicious German food and fresh seasonal Beers from our local brewery Groundswell. This is a fundraising event: $15 for adults and $8 for youth ages 6 to 16. Purchase tickets at the door or reserve in advance by calling Council Grand Knight at 619.787.3226.

October 10 & 11 n Spanish Village Art Center in Balboa Park, located at 1770

Village Place, presents their Annual Fall Show for the Art Glass Guild from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. This is the largest Art Glass show in Southern California and is focused on showcasing art created by local San Diego Glass Artists. The event is free to the public and pet friendly. For information, visit www. artglassguild.com or call 619.702.8006. n The San Diego Rescue Mission leads the homeless awareness initiative with its Ninth Annual Sleepless to be held at Liberty Station at 2600 Laning Road from 4 p.m. on Saturday and ends 8 a.m. on Sunday morning. The event raises awareness of homelessness, educates San Diegans on ways they can help those on the streets and generates funds to help thousands of local homeless men, women and children permanently change their lives. To register, visit www.sleeplesssandiego.org.

October 11 n theNAT, San Diego National History Museum, located at

1788 El Prado in Balboa Park presents Canyoneer Hikes. Free and open to the public, dogs or other pets are not permitted on the walks, as they interfere with observing wildlife. Today’s walk is from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. will be at the Cleveland National Forest (Wooded Hill Extended). Wear comfortable walking shoes and a hat. Hiking boots are recommended for desert and mountain hikes. Bring adequate water and food: even the short or easy hikes can demand liquid and energy resources. You may also wish to bring a jacket, binoculars, and field guides. Bring rain gear if rain is a possibility. For information and directions, visit www.sndhm.org. n Little Italy FESTA! And Sicilian Festival present the Largest Italian Cultural Festival on the West Coast. The bigger-thanever 21st annual FESTA! celebration will take over the streets of Little Italy from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. and will fill the street with

authentic live Italian entertainment, Italian food, a stickball tournament, bocce ball tournament, a colorful flag procession and of course the festival’s favorite–Gesso Italiano (Italian Chalk. For information, visit www.littleitalyfestasd.com. n Central Library Celebrates the 60th Anniversary of the Concert Series made possible by the Friends of the Central Library. All programs are free and open to the public. Most Concert Series are approximately one hour long with no intermission and, unless otherwise noted, are held at 2:30 p.m. in the Neil Morgan Auditorium at the Central Library, 300 Park Boulevard in downtown San Diego. This week features MandoBasso: Gunnar Biggs (bass), Bill Bradbury (mandolin) with arrangements of traditional music, classical music, jazz, and ragtime. For information, call 619.236.5800 or visit www.sandiegolibrary.org. n Lestat’s, located at 3343 Adams Avenue in San Diego, presents the Robin Henkel Band from 7 to 9 p.m. All ages are welcome; $8 cover. For information, call 619.282.0437.

October 11 & 18 n Wacky Science Sundays with Ms. Frizzle™ and The Magic

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

October 14 n Point Loma Library, located at 3701 Voltaire Street in San Diego, invites you to an Author Talk with Fred Krakowiak from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Journey Through Africa with a wildlife artist as discuss his book, “The Artist’s Safari: Capturing Africa with Pens, Lens, & Paintbrush.” All are welcome; for information, call 619.531.1539.

October 17 n theNAT, San Diego National History Museum, at 1788 El

Prado is honored to bring back the Canyoneer Hikes. Free and open to the public, dogs or other pets are not permitted on the walks, as they interfere with observing wildlife. Our walk today 8–10 a.m. will be at the Cantebria Trail: Difficulty– Easy, Distance–2 miles, Elevation Change up to 200 feet. Be prepared! Wear comfortable walking shoes and a hat. Hiking boots are recommended for desert and mountain hikes. Bring adequate water and food: even the short or easy hikes can demand liquid and energy resources. You may also wish to bring a jacket, binoculars, and field guides. Bring rain gear if rain is a possibility. Hiking information and directions are available at www.sndhm.org. n The New Children Museum Announces Eureka! Exhibition: Four Artists are being featured in a New Exhibition. Children and adults will discover California through the imagination of artists and explore the power of creative thinking.

The featured artwork and artists are: Car-a-oke- by Nick Rodrigues, Desert Derby–by Roman de Salvo, Reconnecting to Home–Alison Pebworth and Globos–Collective Magpie.

For more information visit www.thinkplaycreate.org. n Chris Hillman & Herb Pedersen will be the headliner at the AMSDconcerts tonight. Chris has carved a permanent niche in the history of contemporary American Music through his work. Herb is a legendary vocalist and all-star multiinstrumentalist who over the past 40 years fronted his own band. Tonight they will perform together at the Laura R. Charles Theater at Sweetwater High School located at 2900 Highland Avenue, National City at 7:30 p.m. For tickets please visit www.AMSDconcerts.com.

October 18 n theNAT, San Diego National History Museum, located at

1788 El Prado, present Canyoneer Hikes. Free and open to the public, dogs or other pets are not permitted on the walks, as they interfere with observing wildlife. Today’s walk is from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Palomar Mountain State Park (Silver Crest Loop). Wear comfortable walking shoes and a hat. Hiking boots are recommended for desert and mountain hikes. Bring adequate water and food: even the short or easy hikes can demand liquid and energy resources. You may also wish to bring a jacket, binoculars, and field guides. Bring rain gear if rain is a possibility. Fr hiking information and directions, visit www.sndhm.org. n Roosevelt Middle School, home to 2014 Boston Marathon winner Meb Keflezighi, holds its 2nd annual Trick or Trot 5K/3K Fun Run at Morley Field in San Diego’s Balboa Park at 9 a.m. Cost is $25 for adults, and $15 for kids 15 years and younger, and $50 for family registration (3-5 people).

Participants are encouraged to wear Halloween costumes.

Prizes will be awarded for best costume in addition to race categories. Information and online registration is available at bit.ly/rootrickortrot or via email:rooseveltptsa1@gmail.com. n Central Library Celebrates the 60th Anniversary of the Concert Series made possible by the Friends of the Central Library. All programs are free and open to the public. Most Concert Series are approximately one hour long with no intermission and, unless otherwise noted, and are held at 2:30 p.m. in the Neil Morgan Auditorium at the Central Library, 300 Park Boulevard in downtown San Diego.

This week presents Opera Exposed!, which is hosted by Nicolas Reveles: singers return with a program of arias and ensembles by composers Handel, Mozart, Puccini, Bizet and Gershwin. For information, call 619.236.5800 or visit www.sandiegolibrary.org. n Bike for Boobs Gets San Diego Pedaling for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. From 3 to 7 p.m., the local, gourmet restaurant, The Wine Pub, located at 2907 Shelter Island Dr. #108, rolls out its widely popular, third-annual community event. The San Diego County Bike Coalition and Wheel Women of San Diego invite you to join a leisurely group ride around Shelter Island. Post pedaling, guests will reunite at the Wine Pub to celebrate with drinks, appetizers, live music, generous auction items and fun with friends. For information, visit www.thewinepubsd.com.

October 21 n Point Loma Library, located at 3701 Voltaire Street in San Diego, invites you to Hands-On Family Cooking from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Learn how to make freshly made dough and pile it high with sauce and veggies to make a delicious vegan pizza.

Reservation required; call 619.531.1539.

October 24 n theNAT, San Diego National History Museum, located at

1788 El Prado in Balboa Park presents Canyoneer Hikes. Free and open to the public, dogs or other pets are not permitted on the walks, as they interfere with observing wildlife.

Today’s walk is from 8 to 10 a.m. at the Tijuana Estuary.

Wear comfortable walking shoes and a hat. Hiking boots are recommended for desert and mountain hikes. Bring adequate water and food: even the short or easy hikes can demand liquid and energy resources. You may also wish to bring a jacket, binoculars, and field guides. Bring rain gear if rain is a possibility. Hiking information and directions are available at www.sndhm.org.

n The American Society of Interior Designers Presents Self-

Guided Kitchens, Baths & More Tour of 11 beautifully designed homes in coastal San Diego County with newly remodeled spaces from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The homes showcase a broad range of tastes, lifestyles, and personal preferences and demonstrate the effectiveness of interior design to meet specific objectives. Homes range from a historic 1920s home in Mission Hills to a 1950s ranch house in the heavily wooded area of Point Loma to a bayside condo build in the 1970s. Information and tickets are available at www.

ASIDSanDiego.org or by calling 858.566.3345.

October 25 n theNAT, San Diego National History Museum, at 1788 El

Prado in Balboa Park presents Canyoneer Hikes. Free and open to the public, dogs or other pets are not permitted on the walks, as they interfere with observing wildlife. Today’s walk is from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Cuyamaca Rancho State Park (Oakzanita Peak). Wear comfortable walking shoes and a hat. Hiking boots are recommended for desert and mountain hikes. Bring adequate water and food: even the short or easy hikes can demand liquid and energy resources. You may also wish to bring a jacket, binoculars, and field guides. Bring rain gear if rain is a possibility. Hiking information and directions are available at www.sndhm.org. n A Scrumdiddlyumptious Day at the Wacky Wonky Walk & Kids Festival at Waterfront Park at 1600 Pacific Hwy, San Diego, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Lace up your sneakers, find your best costume and prepare your sweet tooth for the “world of imagination” that will take over the gorgeous 4.89K activity center. The event will raise much needed funds for the San Diego Center for Children and their vital behavioral health and educational programs for children and youth throughout San Diego County. Visit www.WackyWonkyWalk.com for complete details and to purchase tickets. n Pitties in the Park takes place at Ingraham Plaza at Liberty Station from noon to 4 p.m. Celebrate at a fun day of rolling in the grass and celebrating these amazing bully breeds. Fun for the entire family! Don’t forget to bring your four-legged friends. For information, visit www.sdpittieparents.wix.com. n Central Library Celebrates the 60th Anniversary of the Concert Series made possible by the Friends of the Central Library. All programs are free and open to the public.

Most Concert Series are approximately one hour long with this performance having a short intermission at 2:30 p.m. in the Neil Morgan Auditorium at the Central Library, 300 Park Boulevard in downtown San Diego. This week Jessie and Friends will perform: Jessie Chang (piano) with Jasmine Lin (violin), Wayne Lee (violin), Che-Yen Chen (viola), Ru-Pei Yeh (cello). Seating is limited, please RSVP at bit.ly/1Mg21uZ. For information, call 619.236.5800 or visit www.sandiegolibrary.org.

October 29 n Central Library Celebrates 60th Anniversary of Opera

Insights Series will be held at the Neil Morgan Auditorium located at 330 Park Boulevard in downtown San Diego at 7 p.m. Community Conversation: Tosca, 115 Years of Great Performances will showcase two premier Opera’s lecturers; Ron Shaheen and Nicolas Reveles will discuss the history of singers who have proven distinctive in their interpretations of the three main roles: Tosca, Cavaradossi and Baron Scarpia. Events are free; however, RSVPs are encouraged at www.sdopera.com/c2. n Dizzy’s, located at 4275 Mission Bay Drive in San Diego, presents Vicky Chow, Piano, originally from Vancouver, Canada, at 8 p.m. Perhaps best known as the pianist for the Bang on a Can All-Stars, Vicky Chow is a virtuoso with international acclaim. Her Fresh Sound at Dizzy’s performance will include Steve Reich’s “Piano Counterpoint” and Stravinsky’s “Rite of Spring,” arranged for solo piano.

October 30 n Timken Museum, located at 1500 El Prado in Balboa Park,

celebrates their 50th Anniversary as they announce their two feature parties: Masquerade Gala The “Orange & Black Ball” from 6 p.m. to midnight (Black tie/Masquerade optional) and the Timken After Dark Cocktail Party from 8 p.m. to midnight. The evening events will raise critical funds for arts education programs that they conduct in the community.

For information on the two classic parties, visit www. timkenmuseum.org or call 619.239.5548.

October 31 n theNAT, San Diego National History Museum, located at

1788 El Prado in Balboa Park, presents Canyoneer Hikes. Free and open to the public, dogs or other pets are not permitted on the walks, as they interfere with observing wildlife. Today’s walk is from 8 to 11 a.m. at the Tecolote Canyon Natural Park (Boyd Entrance). Wear comfortable walking shoes and a hat. Hiking boots are recommended for desert and mountain hikes. Bring adequate water and food: even the short or easy hikes can demand liquid and energy resources. You may also wish to bring a jacket, binoculars, and field guides. Bring rain gear if rain is a possibility. Hiking information and directions are available at www.sndhm.org. n Linda Vista Branch Library, located at 2160 Ulric Street in San Diego, presents Halloween Costume Contests from 1 to 3 p.m. Come costumed and look your Halloween best.

A panel of judges will decide whether you win the grand prize. But first, enjoy a craft making session before the big contest. Light refreshments and snacks will be available, not to mention Halloween treats for children and teens.

For information, call 858.543.1399. n theNAT, San Diego National History Museum, located at 1788 El Prado in Balboa Park, will host Halloween Family Days, which are free with Museum admission and run from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. What lurks in the night? Celebrate bats and other nocturnal creatures at this Halloween-themed event. Grab a flashlight, visit the Critter Cave, get a tattoo, and make a bat craft to take home. You can also stop by and visit us at the Prado Walkway as we’ll have a booth set up for the Park-wide Halloween Family Day festivities.

For information, visit www.sdnat.org. •

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October 2015 Events Mission Hills Poetry Club Oct. 1 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

The Mission Hills Book Group will discuss “The Hound of the Baskervilles” by Arthur Conan Doyle. New members are always welcome to attend and participate.

Please read the book beforehand. Books are available at the Circulation Desk while supplies last.

Preschool Storytime Oct. 2, 9, 16, 30 (Every Friday) from 10:30 to 11:00 a.m.

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

Children’s Craft Time Oct. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 (Every Sat.) from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

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

Signing Storytime

Oct. 6, 13, 20, 27 (Every Tuesday) from 6:30 to 7:00 p.m.

Children are invited to an evening storytime with books and possibly singing and puppets.

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“Famous Book” Group Oct. 7 from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m.

The “Famous Book” Group will discuss “Survival in Auschwitz” by Primo Levi. New members are always welcome to attend and participate. Please read the book beforehand. Books are available at the Circulation Desk while supplies last.

LEGO Playtime Oct. 7, 14, 21, 28 (Every Wednesday) from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m.

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

18th & 19th Century Book Club Oct. 8 from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.

The 18th- and 19th-Century Book Club will discuss “Mansfield Park” by Jane Austen. New members are always welcome to attend and participate. Please read the book beforehand. Books are available at the Circulation Desk while supplies last.

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

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

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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

Oct. 10 at 1:00 p.m.

The Mission Hills Poetry Club will discuss the poems “Parable of the Swans,” “Kindness,” and “The Whitsun Weddings.” You also have the option of writing and discussing your own poem. New members are always welcome to attend and participate! Please ask library staff for the poems and writing prompts.

Walk-In Tablet & Smart Phone Help Oct. 13 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.

Book Sale Oct. 17 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 Oct. 28 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.

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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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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.

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Mission Hills

Oct. 28, 2015

Mission Hills Garden Club Be treated to Gardening to Grilling as The Red Door will teach us how to use the food crops you grow and prepare a simple but delicious meal. Bring any extra crops you have to swap with other members.

Bring money for a drawing featuring gift cards and gifts. The people from With Love will be there as well. They have the darling gift shop on West Lewis.

The meeting will be at the Mission Hills Church at 4070 Jackdaw from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. 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

Oct. 14, 2015

Point Loma Garden Club At 11 a.m. the Garden Club Monthly Meeting presents The Flower Girls. Bette Childs and Joanie Espy specialize in creating unusual planted pots and floral arrangements. Plant sale follows. The event is free at Portuguese Hall, 2818 Avenida de Portugal, San Diego, Ca 92106. More information is available at www.plgc.org.

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1835 Altura Place—Classic Craftsman. 4 large bedrooms on a 6,000 foot lot with alley access.

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2266 Juan Street—Romantic and sunny hacienda above Old Town. Views and shaded patios galore. Immaculate condition, 3 BR/2 BA, 2-car garage, $1,225,000

1994 Titus Street—Quiet canyon cul-de-sac location with sweeping city and blue water views. Over 2,000 square feet plus a 400 square foot view deck, Reduced to $1,050,000

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