Presidio Sentinel, March 2017, Vol. 18, No. 3w by Michal Tuzinkiewicz

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Cake Wars page 5 Cat was first competition for Fab Cakes in Mission Hills.

Peacemaker Awards, Not a Moment Too Soon

MH Heritage Free Workshop on Historic Districts

Winner of Regional Finals is Announced

Local Ronald McDonald House Receives Gifts

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Ayn Rand at Fourteen

By George Mitrovich

Featured Events George Mitrovich is a San Diego civic leader. He may be reached at, gmitro35@gmail.com.

Mine Eyes Have Seen George Mitrovich

I was 14 when I saw “The Fountainhead” with Gary Cooper and Patricia Neal. I saw the film on a Saturday afternoon at the North Park Theater (a 10 cents trolley ride from our home on Redwood Street on the border with South Park). The “gang” I hung out were all from the neighborhood and were guys I mostly played baseball with, including Allen Silvera, who was a Sephardic Jew and later played with the Cincinnati Reds; Scott Armitage, whose dad was a magazine distributor; Marty Bowman, whose father owned Broadway Pharmacy downtown, and Jimmy Schaubel, whose family had a small fishing boat and caught marlin off the kelp beds west of Point Loma. While I remember my pals I do not recall who went with me that Saturday afternoon. We did not go, however, because “The Fountainhead” was playing; we almost never knew things like that, but we did know that whatever was playing, it would be preceded by Captain Marvel, a weekly series played before the main feature. Captain Marvel was a Super Hero before super heroes. A crippled newspaper boy named Billy Batson, who transformed himself into Captain Marvel by invoking the magic word, “Shazam.” He would fly like Superman, but when he flew across the screen, you could see the cable hoisting him into the sky. We were kids but we weren’t stupid and the technical shortcomings were obvious, but who cared. We were also at the theater that day, because when the San Diego Padres of the Pacific Coast League (PCL) were not playing at Lane field, the WPA ballpark at the foot of Broadway and across from San Diego Bay, we went to the movies. Looking back 67-years later, I’m certain “The Fountainhead” was heavy for a kid of 14, but it left an impression on me; a deep and abiding impression and dislike for the movie’s theme, based, as it was upon a book by Ayn Rand–but I loved Patricia Neal, and Cooper was Cooper. It was much later when Rand more fully entered my consciousness, but the memory of the movie never left me and the more I knew her story and her objectivist philosophy, the more I came to despise her. No, really, I “despised” that evil woman; as she despised my Christian faith, believing that people of faith, Christian or otherwise, are idiots.

Sorry, I’m not an idiot. In our time, two of the men over whom Rand has exercised great influence, former Federal Reserve chairman Alan Greenspan and House of Representatives speaker Paul Ryan, have been her faithful disciples; although Ryan, Christian and Catholic, had not comprehended that between Ms. Rand’s teachings and those of Jesus, exist unredeemable differences, until he was criticized for his embrace of her philosophy by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops during the presidential campaign of 2012. Ryan, who national media portrays as a “policy wonk,” because national media is too often ignorant of such things, no doubt missed what law professor Charles Reid wrote for the Huffington Post during the campaign, when he attacked Rand’s influence on Ryan, “These philosophical premises, of course, stand in contradiction to the social thought of the Catholic Church, as developed over two millennia of experience. Paul Ryan surely knows this. His tepid protest that he reads the Bible and so cannot be a follower of Ayn Rand rings hollow. Professor Reid continued, “The record of his [Ryan’s] public life is that of a man in thrall to a curdled, warped individualism…” Ryan came under Rand’s beliefs while a student at Miami University of Ohio, and was so caught up in her perverse and soul-killing thinking, that as a member of Congress he required each member of his staff to read “Atlas Shrugged,” Rand’s first book. As for Greenspan, he and Rand became close friends in Manhattan; so close, it is alleged, they slept together. Maybe, but it’s hard to imagine anyone sleeping with Rand, even Alan Greenspan. If that’s too catty, I’m sorry, but my dislike of Greenspan, the former Fed head, runs deep, but not quite as deep as my dislike and contempt for Rand. I always wanted to be a member of the Senate or House finance committees when Greenspan came to testify. I wanted to ask, “Mr. Chairman, please explain your devotion to Ayn Rand.” The question was never asked, and then the near death of the world’s financial markets happened in ’07, and some saw through

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Peacemaker Awards, Not a Moment Too Soon

By Laura Walcher

Absent the 20th century world wars, can we remember a time since, so filled with conflict, seemingly invading every aspect of our society, seemingly propelled by American’s thin-skinned, rash president? Tough times. All the more reason to recognize, honor and celebrate the National Conflict Resolution Center (NCRC), which is resolutely deepening its programs and outreach, inspiring us to seek peaceful resolutions to our conflicts, and showing us how. The organization’s annual Peacemaker Awards are coming up in April–and not a moment too soon. We asked Steve Dinkin, NCRC’s CEO, how he sees the world today, and how the organization addresses our challenges. Why, indeed, can’t we just get along? LW: In writer Tyler Cowen’s new book, “The Complacent Class,” he says that Americans have “lost their mojo”–that is, unable to work up the interest or energy to solve our country’s problems. Heaven knows, that includes economic, racist, political and personal conflict. Yet these days, NCRC is all over the map, advocating for and teaching conflict resolution. Not exactly ‘complacent?’ Do you still think that “conflict is inevitable, but manageable?” SD: Yes. Yet, I think that one of the biggest problems we face today is that society has become increasingly conflict avoidant. And that may very well be why we are in the state we are in now. People are hiding behind computer screens and smart phones to push back against one another, instead of having meaningful face-to-face conversations that help move issues forward. No matter how far technology takes us, nothing will ever replace the importance of a conversation between two people with differing ideas. We have to teach people how to respectfully disagree again. LW: Somewhere in my “stacks,” I have a four-page brochure for a seminar called, “Dealing with Difficult People,” but NCRC goes ‘way beyond those challenging folk. Is conflict, mediation always about “difficult” people? SD: On the contrary. Most people are reasonable and otherwise level-headed, but we all get pulled into conflict and tend to lose our cool when emotions take over. It’s important to acknowledge that. It’s important to know that conflict will happen–and

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Lori and Bill Walton are being honored at the upcoming Peace Awards. Photo is courtesy of Taylor Hanson.

it’s okay. Just make sure you have the tools needed to deal with it properly when the time comes. LW: Resolving conflict: isn’t it enough to say you’re “sorry!”? SD: The idea behind successful conflict resolution is not that you have to constantly apologize or end up agreeing with the person with whom you are in conflict. In fact, if you offer a false apology, you are more likely to continue to have issues with that person, because, for you, the conflict is not fully resolved. But if you can agree to hear the other person, acknowledge that they have been impacted by the situation and work with them to move forward, that is often enough to get the situation resolved. LW: Too much conflict today, we recognize, is between citizens and police. Is NCRC specifically addressing that now? SD: We work with citizens and law enforcement in many ways. Through the County of San Diego Live Well Initiative, we facilitate discussions between residents of communities like Southeast San Diego or City Heights and local law enforcement, plus provide communication training to both citizens and police so that the two groups have an opportunity to interact in positive ways. We also train youth–from middle school to university students–in conflict resolution techniques, which touch on how to work collaboratively with those in authority. LW: You’ve expanded NCRC’s services significantly–and importantly–to ever-younger

teens, youth. What motivated you to establish “Avoiding the Pipeline to Prison”? SD: From 1980 to 2008 the number of people incarcerated in America quadrupled from 500,000 to over 2.3 million, making us the most punitive nation in the world! More

and more, we have seen that youngsters get caught in this system. For many who are arrested for crimes such as vandalism or battery, the punishment doesn’t end when they serve their jail

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HISTORIC DISTRICTS Saturday March 11, 2017 1-3 pm

Learn the facts about historic districts and what they mean for you and your neighbors. The goal of this workshop is to provide accurate information, dispel myths and address concerns about historic districts.

Two Speakers Diane Kane, Ph.D., is a retired

Senior Planner who worked with the City of San Diego’s Historical Resources Board.

Ione R. Stiegler, FAIA, is

principal architect with IS Architecture, specializing in projects with historical aspects.

Francis Parker Lower School • 4201 Randolph Street Light refreshments will be provided

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Fab Cakes

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Wins Three Food Network’s Cake Wars

By Patty Ducey-Brooks

This past month I learned of the only bakery to accomplish an impressive honor. Fab Cakes in Mission Hills has the talent, skills, creativity and passion to win three Food Network’s Cake Wars. They are amazing. In 2015, Fab Cakes competed in the D.C. Comics episode and won. In 2016, Fab Cakes competed in the Rose Bowl episode and won. And, in 2017, Fab Cakes competed in the Championship Shrek episode and again, won. Kimberly Gafter and Jennifer Duncan, who are the proprietors of Fab Cakes, have the means to create great designs and to make cakes that are delicious. They bake every item from scratch. All cakes are frosted in fresh, white chocolate butter crème, never fondant. And, they make all intricate decorations by hand, and everything is 100 percent edible. The real challenge is, how to eat something so amazingly beautiful? Add to their accomplishment of winning Cake Wars, they create award winning wedding, birthday, celebratory, seasonal and holiday cakes. The Fab Cakes’ team also makes cookies, brownies, tarts, mini parfaits, rice Krispy treats, streusel bars, caramel nut bars, chocolate peanut butter bars, French macaroons, éclairs, chocolate filled cups, chocolate covered D.C. Comics was the winning cake for the 2015 Cake Wars entry. strawberries… and cupcakes. The designing team is at work adding the finishing touches. What an incredible selection of dessert delicacies, which are beautiful by appearance and delicious tasting. If you haven’t enjoyed these amazingly delicious and beautiful SANDAG Board creations of Fab Cakes, this may be your time to make it happen. Fab Cakes is located at 3085 Reynard Way in Mission Hills. You can call them for an appointment at 619.295.2253 and visit www.fabcakes.com.• In a unanimous vote, the SANDAG Board of Directors directed agency staff to hire an outside party to initiate an independent examination of issues surrounding the agency’s sales tax revenue forecasts, and also approved a work plan developed by agency staff to improve data integrity and accuracy. In recent months, SANDAG’s revenue forecasts for TransNet financial capacity estimates and Measure A have been called into question. TransNet is an existing regional half-cent sales tax for transportation. Measure A, which fell short of the two-thirds majority vote needed to pass last November, would have raised sales tax regionwide by another half cent to pay for transportation and other needs. In voting for an independent examination, the SANDAG Board expressed a desire for an impartial third-party to ascertain the facts on who knew what when leading up to the election on Measure A. Board members indicated that they would like the examination to be conducted expeditiously. The next step is for the Executive Committee of the SANDAG Board to discuss who should conduct the examination. Once the committee has identified potential outside parties who can conduct the examination, it will forward a recommendation to the Board. In response to the fact that “errors” were identified in a complex computer model used to forecast taxable retail sales–a key factor used to calculate sales tax revenues–SANDAG staff developed a data accuracy and modeling work plan for the Board’s consideration. The plan was approved unanimously. The plan has seven elements, with the end goal of fully investigating the errors, tracking down and fixing any work products that may have been affected, and putting into place best practices, policies, and safeguards to prevent future errors and keep the Board informed. Below are seven components of the work plan.

Approves Independent Examination

Agency Revenue Forecasting Issues In Question

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Conduct Detailed Review Conduct Dependency Analysis Map Modeling Process Flow Improve Data Governance Review and Oversight Enhance Transparency Develop and Formalize Processes

Going forward, SANDAG staff will present ongoing progress reports to the agency Board of Directors and the TransNet Independent Taxpayer Oversight Committee to keep them and the public informed about the implementation of the data accuracy and modeling work plan.•

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Host Free Workshop on Historic Districts

Do you want to know the facts about historic districts and what they mean for you and your neighbors? Then mark your calendars for Saturday, March 11, 2017, when Mission Hills Heritage will host a free public workshop to explain and answer questions about historic districts. The workshop will take place in the auditorium of Francis Parker Lower School, located at 4201 Randolph Street in Mission Hills, from 1 to 3 p.m. Mission Hills is home to two existing historic districts formed ten years ago. These historic districts currently encompass over 275 homes. Additionally, the City of San Diego’s Planning Department has surveyed and identified numerous potential historic districts in Mission Hills and throughout Uptown. However, it became apparent during the recent Uptown Community Plan Update that there is a lack of information and much misinformation circulating about historic districts. The goal of this workshop is to provide accurate information, dispel myths and address concerns about historic districts. The session will feature two speakers knowledgeable about the formation and operation of historic districts: Diane Kane, Ph.D., is a

Patty Ducey-Brooks Publisher

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Michal A. Tuzinkiewicz Creative/Art Director

Phyllis E. Zawacki Graphic Designer

Contributing Writers Blake Beckcom Rick Brooks Melody Brown Ian Campbell Historic Districts is the topic of the upcoming workshop hosted by the Mission Hills Heritage.

retired senior planner who worked with the City of San Diego’s Historical Resources Board, and Ione R. Stiegler, FAIA, is principal architect with IS Architecture, specializing in projects with historical aspects. Both speakers have handled large-scale historic surveys and the implementation of historic districts. Discussion topics will include how the City treats properties within historic districts, how historic districts benefit and restrict properties, and how historic districts are define. They will also

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include the difference between historic districts and individually designated historic sites, the process for surveying and establishing historic districts, and the meaning of terms such as “contributor” and “non-contributor.” A question and answer session will follow. Light refreshments will also be provided. So please bring your questions and an inquiring mind to this free public workshop. For more information about Mission Hills Heritage and our projects, go to www.MissionHillsHeritiage.org.•

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Beauty by Dolly Partners with Big Sister League of San Diego Beauty by Dolly, a leading natural hair removal studio, partnered with Big Sister League of San Diego, a local nonprofit dedicated to providing transitional housing and support services for women affected by mental illness, homelessness and abuse, to provide free beauty makeovers during Random Acts of Kindness Week this past February. “In celebration of Random Acts of Kindness Week, we were humbled to team up with Blo Gaslamp to pay it forward and provide a day of pampering for women who have endured tremendous hardship,” said Beauty by Dolly COO and Managing Director Natashah Torki. “We hope our efforts helped them feel beautiful and regain their self-confidence.” Beauty by Dolly, located at 3650 Fifth Ave #101, San Diego, provided its signature eyebrow threading, a natural hair removal technique performed with 100 percent cotton thread. Blo Blow Dry Bar Gaslamp, a blow dry and beauty bar, provided hair and makeup services to give the makeover recipients the latest looks and hairstyles. The makeover recipients were women in the Big Sister League of San Diego’s transitional housing programs that are currently receiving housing

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Chance is a 12-year old, domestic short hair mix. She is friendly, affectionate gal who was transferred from another shelter so little is known about her history with other animals, but she definitely enjoys the attention she receives from volunteers and staff. In fact, this affectionate gal loves to meet new people. The medical team has determined that Chance should stay on a prescription diet to help her feel her best. An adoption counselor will need to speak to potential adopters about Chance’s requirements in her new home. Chance is spayed and has current vaccinations, permanent microchip identification, a certificate for a free veterinary exam, and a waived enrollment fee for medical insurance from TruPanion. Chance is at the San Diego Humane Society, San Diego Campus, located at 5500 Gaines Street. For information, call 619.299.70112 or visit www.sdhumane.org.

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Sweet Frosty is a six-year old, American Staffordshire Terrier Mix, who was quite a sad sight when he first came into our care. He had multiple puncture wounds on his head and ears, a bump on his head, and was underweight and terrified. Despite all that, he still couldn’t help but wag his tail when our Humane Officers spoke sweetly to him. This lovable guy simply can’t hide his wiggly, affectionate nature. Our medical team went to work, cleaning up his wounds and surgically removing the mass on his head. He is feeling so much better now, and can’t wait to find a loving home where he can start life anew and share all of the love in that big heart of his. The mass on his head was found to be a low grade, grade II mast cell tumor. It was removed with narrow margins and the surgical excision was likely curative. However, his new family will want to keep an eye out for any lumps and bumps in the future and make sure they are checked out. We’ve also determined that Frosty has dental disease. Common in pets, this can include tartar, gingivitis, and tooth defects. Frosty’s new parents will need to follow-up with their vet for further dental care post-adoption. Frosty’s adoption fee includes his neuter, current vaccinations, permanent microchip identification, 30 days of complimentary medical insurance from Trupanion Insurance, a certificate for a free veterinary exam, and a license if residing in Oceanside, Vista, Escondido, San Marcos or Poway. Frosty is at the San Diego Humane Society, Oceanside Campus, located at 2905 San Luis Rey Road. For more information, call 760.757.4357 or visit www.sdhumane.org.

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Best Time to Exercise?

By Blake Beckcom

There have been many debates about the effectiveness of exercise during certain parts of the day. While nighttime workouts have been thought to disrupt sleep, new research adds in a new factor of the body’s circadian rhythm to determine the best time to exercise. The human body has a circadian rhythm that corresponds with the cycles of the sun and the moon. Research has shown that muscles also follow this cycle, and therefore function better during the day. Oxygen works with our circadian rhythms inside muscle cells to create energy, which corresponds with the time of day. Your Muscles’ Daily Cycles Control Your Response to Exercise Muscles can most efficiently use oxygen for energy during the day, or during their waking period. Researchers have genetically mutated the circadian clock in certain muscle fibers, leading to abnormalities while the muscles are at rest. Muscles vary throughout the day when it comes to their proteins, their effect on metabolism, and their production of lactic acid, which is why it is important to time your exercise right in order for it to be the most effective. Several studies have been done to discover how to find one’s unique circadian rhythm. Because exercise releases biochemical’s in the brain and body, exercise has been shown to almost certainly affect the body’s internal clock and circadian rhythm. Exercise makes the body be able to judge the amount of movement it needs, and when it should be resting. When is it Best to Exercise? Exercising during the night is not the most effective method for your muscles or circadian rhythm. However, you must find out what time of day is most effective for your body to exercise. This may largely depend on your schedule. If your schedule is flexible and you can choose when to exercise, there are some benefits to certain times of day. If you are going by your circadian rhythm, the best time to exercise is in the afternoon. Body temperatures are typically a bit warmer in the afternoon than they are in the morning. This results in both better muscle performance as well as a decreased risk of injury. Benefits of Morning Exercise Some research also creates an argument for the effectiveness of a morning workout. Research has shown that 45 minutes of exercise right after you wake up may reduce food cravings throughout the day. Morning exercise has also

been shown to result in an increase in overall daily physical activity. It is also best to exercise in the morning while fasting. Exercising on an empty stomach can help prevent weight gain and a resistance to insulin. When fasting and exercising together, the impact of cellular factors is maximized, which forces fat to breakdown to create energy. If working out on a completely empty stomach is troublesome, you can drink a high quality protein shake Blake & Gwen Beckcom prior to your workout. Evening Exercise Isn’t Necessarily Bad While it may not be ideal to exercise in the evenings, if you must do so, you may not need to change your habits. A 2011 study found that people who vigorously exercised for 35 minutes just prior to going to sleep, they slept equally well as they did on nights when they did not exercise. Some polls have even reported people saying they sleep better after an evening workout. This has led the National Sleep Foundation to conclude that exercise is beneficial for sleep, no matter what time of day it is done. If you are unsure when to exercise, you can do some trial and error to see what feels right. Try doing thirty days of morning exercise, followed by thirty days of afternoon exercise, or whatever your daily schedule allows you to do. With increasing research on the importance of circadian rhythms on our health, it may be best to exercise in the afternoon over any other time. In the end, however, just pay attention to how you feel and let your body guide you to when it is best for you to exercise. It may even be that the best time to exercise could vary from day-to-day with varying schedules. Overall, any exercise is good exercise.• Fitness Together Mission Hills offers personal training with qualified professionals by regular appointment in private suites. Exercise and nutritional programs are custom designed to fit your needs and abilities. Call 619.794.0014 for more information or to schedule a free fitness diagnostic and private training session. See what others are saying about us on Yelp.

What Now? Continued from page 4 time. By then, they have missed school, disconnected from many positive aspects of society and become acquainted with other criminals. It’s easy for them to end up back in the system over and over again. So, we clearly need a new way of looking at how we deal with youth who have committed criminal acts. The “Avoiding the Pipeline to Prison” initiative focuses on Restorative Justice–an ancient practice based on a timeless truth that restitution has greater value than retribution. It shifts the focus from legal rules to human needs and from punishment to responsibility. It addresses the personal impact of wrongdoing on the victim, the offender, their families, and their community. All parties work together to repair the harm, ensure accountability, and make a fresh start. Restorative Justice works. It dramatically reduces recidivism. It eases symptoms of emotional pain among victims. It builds solidarity within communities. And, it lowers the spiraling costs of criminal prosecution and incarceration. Remarkably, in an era of growing political discord,

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restorative justice is winning support from conservatives and progressives alike. LW: Does NCRC have any plans to address the current toxic Trump moves, and in his wake, increased racist, religious, cross-border, and international hostile activity? Surely non-peaceful! SD: Society as a whole needs to unite to fight hate-speech, racism and violence. To this end, NCRC has joined forces with KPBS to launch a Community Heroes Initiative whereby four times a year, San Diegans will nominate community heroes who are making a difference in addressing some of the most contentious problems of our time. Once the “hero” has been selected, NCRC and KPBS will hold a town-hall meeting to hear from the hero as well as citizens, so that we may find common ground and solutions to many of these troubling issues. Starting in 2018, these four heroes will be recognized at the Peacemaker Awards Dinner. LW: Fortunately, NCRC does see “peace” in this year’s awards; possibly the world’s most urgent undertaking. Who are the Awardees this year, and why have they earned your attention, admiration?

SD: Our three Awards this year: The Southern Poverty Law Center, for their “Teaching Tolerance” program. This award-winning, multi-media platform for building an inclusive society, is empowering educators across the country to guide students away from bias and conflict and toward empathy and unity. Basketball legend Bill Walton and his wife, Lori, are being honored for focusing so much of their philanthropic service on their passionate belief in the value of civic spirit and the power of human aspiration. And, Rachel’s Challenge is the organization named after Rachel Joy Scott’s posthumous legacy of kindness that emerged after her death in the Columbine High School massacre. The work of this organization is transforming schools by disrupting patterns of bullying with a culture of compassion and civility. The 29th Annual Peacemaker Awards will be from 5:30–9 p.m., Saturday, April 8, 2017 at the Hyatt Regency, La Jolla at Aventine. RSVP at 619.238.2400, Xl222, or contactlcolejones@ ncrconline.com.•

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Estate Planning Is By Rick Brooks

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More than Just a Will

Not too long ago, I wrote about the most basic estateplanning tool: your will. If you have children, or really anyone whom you wish to benefit at your death, your will is the most essential foundation for putting your affairs in order after you’re gone. However, “after you’re gone” isn’t the only scenario your estate planning should cover. For instance, who would manage your affairs if you are still living, but unable to fend for yourself? The legal term for this situation is Incapacity: when a person is not able to handle his or her own financial or personal affairs. In California, if your assets are owned by a Trust then that will be your primary tool for handling those assets. A Trust should have provisions that allow a successor trustee to take over in case of incapacity. But some assets fall outside of a trust, or you may not even have a trust, so an additional tool is needed: a power of attorney (POA). The POA allows someone else to act on your behalf and is most critical in situations when you are unable to manage your own affairs, such as extended illness, recovery from an accident, etc. A POA can be limited, or it can give your agent broad discretion over your finances, so choose this person very carefully. A POA may be “immediate” (takes effect on the day you execute it) or it may be designed to “spring” into action on some triggering event, such as your incapacity. A “durable” POA remains in effect even after incapacity, where as a non-durable POA does not. A springing power of attorney should require some proof of your condition in order to be valid, and you should understand what that proof is before you sign the document. Whether springing or immediate, a POA grants your agent the same rights and powers over your assets and liabilities as you have, so you should choose this person with care. The importance of a power of attorney is most obvious in the case when you become incapacitated. You would be unable to act for yourself, but other documents like a will are not activated either; you would be in financial limbo. This can last for a few days or several years.

Of course, your loved ones could always go to court and have a conservator appointed to manage your affairs, but wouldn’t you rather make that decision beforehand? You can avoid the financial limbo by having a POA in place before you become incapacitated, allowing your affairs to be managed for you until you are ready to resume management yourself. Consider the following example. Who would pay the bills for you if you are in a coma in the hospital? If you maintain separate checking accounts, can your spouse access your account to use those funds to meet your obligations? If you are not married, who will pay your bills and take care of your affairs while you cannot? Is there someone who would care for your pet? If you and your spouse are hospitalized, who would take care of your finances and children? A POA should be designed with flexibility to cover a wide range of situations, because other issues crop up during long-term incapacity. This can include settling a business, managing real estate and IRA or pension distributions. A power of attorney needs to contain specific language for certain assets, such as retirement accounts, so generic forms (such as those from the internet) may not accomplish what you need them to do. Many brokerage firms do not accept powers of attorney with general, non-specific language relating to ‘management of your assets’. Even some custom documents get rejected, so make sure yours is acceptable to your financial institutions. Other common problems include outdated documents. For example, if your relationship to your agent changes (e.g.: divorce), you need to update your documents. It’s also important to ensure that the people you have entrusted with this kind of responsibility are still the right ones for the job. Like all estate planning documents, you should review these documents regularly and consult with an attorney who specializes in estate planning.• This column is prepared by Rick Brooks, CFA®, CFP®. Rick is director/ 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.

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Greenspan, whose leadership of the Fed, four presidents had endorsed, but then the market collapsed, as Wall Street and the Big Banks were on life support, and Greenspan became suspect, and knew it was time to leave–it had long since been time, but he and his wife, Andrea Mitchell of NBC-News, were at the top of the long greasy pole among Washington’s social elite and no one wanted to hurt their feelings, especially Andrea’s. All of that to get to this: In leafing one night recently through “At Random,” the memoirs of Bennett Cerf, the publisher’s president, I discovered that he and Rand had become friends. To say I was surprised is an understatement. Conservative Rand, liberal Cerf. Please tell me no, but, yes, it was true. After the wild success of “Atlas Shrugged,” Rand’s first novel, which had been published by Bobbs-Merrill, a conservative publishing house in Indianapolis, Rand sought a New York publisher, which brought her to Random House and Bennett Cerf. Cerf was prepared to dislike her intently, as her beliefs appalled him, but that’s not how out it turned out, as they became friends. When Cerf agreed to publish “The Fountainhead,” it was written into Rand’s contract no words would be changed, and nothing was– and it became, like “Atlas Shrugged,” a best seller. But the inexplicable Cerf/Bennett friendship ended when she wanted Random House to publish a book of her essays, but Cerf refused because one of her essays compared John F. Kennedy to Adolf Hitler, and Cerf thought it was preposterous, and wouldn’t do it. Rand accused him of breaking his word not to change any written word of hers, but he told her emphatically that commitment was to her fiction, not her fantasies, and he would never publish a book that claimed there was a comparison between President Kennedy and Hitler. The argument over this was extremely intense, as Rand was unrelenting in her belief Cerf owed her. He told Rand he had to leave, he was due home for a dinner party. She followed him from his office downstairs to the sidewalk, where he hailed a cab. She was still arguing with him, when he got in the taxi and said goodbye, while Rand continued remonstrating, Cerf drove off. He never saw her again. Good.•

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All About March

By Krista Lombardi, President, Mission Hills BID Lombardi Team at Scott & Quinn Real Estate

We owe a debt of gratitude to Mars, the Roman god, after whom March is named. It was during this month when spring began and the military campaign season got underway, following winter. Since childhood, springtime has always been a favorite time of year for me, and the month of March in particular. It’s my birthday month. The traditional St. Patrick’s Day holiday and my day are twins, so I’ve always felt everyone was celebrating with me. This year in Mission Hills it truly is all about March celebrations. May I share? On behalf of the Mission Hills BID, I wish to acknowledge and thank local resident and business owner John Ealy, who will host the Red Hot Heroes fundraiser taking place at 5 p.m., Sunday, March 5 at Harley Gray Kitchen and Bar. The evening will include a 3-course sit-down dinner offered at $75 per person with a bottle of wine accompanying each purchase of two tickets. A silent auction and photo opportunity will add to the fun and prosperity of the evening. Proceeds will benefit Mission Hills own Fire Station 8 and the Mission Hills Business Improvement District. Won’t you please join me in supporting these two worthwhile recipients? Seating is limited to 109 people. As I am writing this column a few tickets are still available. For more information, please visit

missionhillsbid.com. Stay tuned for fun photos of the evening in the April issue of this newspaper. Some may include you. Did I mention eight firefighters will be attending and joining the Harley Gray team in providing table services? Building on last year’s success, another March must-do is the Mission Hills 5k, with all proceeds raised going directly to support STEAM programs at Grant K-8. Grant is a true jewel in Mission Hills which attracts families with children and enhances our fine neighborhood of businesses and residences. This year’s 5k is on Saturday March 18. I hope you’ll join me in supporting this annual event as a sponsor and runner. March Madness is almost here too with First Four Round events starting on March 14 and 15. Many believe “it is the most glorious time of the year.” If you celebrate the play-offs there are great places in Mission Hills to join with friends and neighbors. In the midst of March Madness, our neighborhood establishments are also ready for St. Patrick’s Day revelry. Planning to embrace these events in the comfort of your own home? Please remember to support your Mission Hills neighborhood businesses when you stock-up or order take-out. Keep it local. For non-event followers, a local beauty and pampering appointment may be the perfect way to enjoy the month of March. If you are anything like me, the arrival of spring during the month of March can feel like a new

beginning. As you consider what might be personally meaningful and have a greater positive impact, please know the Mission Hills BID is a great organization looking for

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2. It’s easy on you and your budget. Start-up costs for a rain barrel can be pretty minimal, depending on the size and material. A standard 50-gallon plastic barrel runs about $100 at the hardware store, and some local governments subsidize the barrels, allowing you to purchase them for a nominal fee or even snag one free. It’s easy to start out small. The most basic rain barrel might be your entry point into water storage. You can try it out and work out any kinks, and then chain together several barrels or upgrade to a larger tank if you decide to expand. It’s a low-commitment project to start small and learn as you go. 3. Rainwater is better for soil and plants. Rainwater is the preferred water for plants and soil because it’s cleaner and softer than most city water. Municipal water has trace amounts of salts and minerals that can build up in soil, especially in areas with infrequent rain. Avoid collecting pollutants from car exhaust, roofing materials and other environmental sources by using a “first flush” diverter for your barrel. This device diverts the first batch of roof runoff, which is the dirtiest.

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Propagation:

An Addicting Pastime. Part 1: Sexual Propagation:

By Barb Strona

On a sunny Saturday, Jill Schmidt, a fellow member of the Mission Hills Garden Club and San Diego Horticultural Society, and I drove to El Cajon for a propagation workshop. Anne Moore, English native but in the U.S. long enough to have lost most of her accent, gave easy-to-understand demonstrations of various ways to propagate plants and why one might choose to do so. The main reason to propagate plants is that it’s free. However, there is a far more important reason to do so: to produce plants that are nearly extinct or which are difficult to find. There are growers who do nothing but search the world for lost plants and then attempt to propagate them. Plants reproduce in two ways: Sexually and asexually. Moore spoke of sexual reproduction first. To reproduce sexually you need a mom and a dad. Seeds contain the genomes of both parents. Unfortunately, you have no guarantee that the seed will be exactly like its parents. Like people, some characteristics will come from the father, some from the mother. If you are growing plants from seeds, you must be careful. If you have purchase a packet of seeds, read the directions. The most important aspect of planting seeds is the time to do so. If they should be sown in late February to mid-

Growing plants from Seeds

April and it is now May, wait a year. About 90 percent of the seeds in the current year’s packet will germinate. If you wait until next year and plant at the proper time, 80 percent should come up. Seeds have germinated that are hundreds, even thousands of years old. However, if it isn’t the right time, you will be lucky to get one plant. Moore says that the Internet will tell you when and how to plant your seeds. Most seeds do best when planted dry. If you gather seeds from a pod, shake it vigorously. If the seeds rattle, they are ready. Otherwise, leave them on the parent plant until they are viable. Whether in a jar, a packet, or a pod, they should produce a nice rattling sound. Seeds need to be kept moist while germinating. If you forget them and they dry out, they will die. Too much water can kill them. While most seeds die from too much water, tomato seeds thrive with a bit of mold. Perhaps this is because the tomato falls, and the seeds are still in the wet fruit. These seeds may be planted between damp pieces of paper towel. If you have no packet with directions, the Internet will give you pointers. A rule of thumb is to plant the seed (or bulb) twice the depth of the seed (or bulb). Most seeds and bulbs should be planted in pre-moistened soil. Anne uses a pencil to push a small seed into the soil. Then she covers gently. She warned us several times about over watering. She claims the best

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moisture gauge is your finger. The soil should be damp but not wet. It shouldn’t be dry either. Seeds need to be checked daily. Water them as needed. Anne cautioned us against thinking you didn’t water yesterday so you’d better water today. Never water without checking the soil first. With the nurturing needed for growing from seed, Moore follows directions to the letter. She buys expensive organic potting soil. This she mixes with a little Perlite for better drainage. Her seeds are planted in a six-inch pot, three or four seeds to a pot spaced evenly. She may use a flat shallow bed filled with Perlite, which she premoistens. If she uses Perlite, she avoids watering for a week. Once the plants have grown a few inches or so and have a few leaves, carefully dig each one up with the soil stuck to its roots and transfer it into a larger pot. Each time she repots the plant, she adds a bit of soil from her garden. Her aim is to wean the plant from its organically rich baby formula to the soil it will

live in for the rest of its life. The only plants that never have ordinary soil are her vegetables. They are grown in raised beds with the best soil she can buy. When you are planting, remember that some plants do not flower on new wood. This means it may be a year or two before you get blooms. (Our avocado trees took three years. They produced prolifically when we sold the house. We never got to taste one.) Many of us had questions. Several people wanted to know if there were seed exchange clubs. Moore said DavesGarden.com is a web site not unlike Match.com where you can find what you want. His web site has a “community forum” for seed exchanges. Next month’s article will be about asexual propagation. The March 22 Garden Club meeting will be about planning a vegetable garden with the Red Door. Please look at the Mission Hills Garden Club website, missionhillsgardenclub.org for more details.•

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Havana Nights is Fast Approaching St. Vincent de Paul School’s Annual Fundraiser

Get ready for Havana Nights as St. Vincent de Paul School in Mission Hills presents its Annual Big Bash on Saturday, April 1, 2017 at the Doubletree by Hilton–Mission Valley. The evening begins with a cocktail reception at 6 p.m. where guests can bid on their favorite silent auction items followed at 7:30 p.m. by dinner, live auction, entertainment, and dancing. Tickets are $100 each and sponsorships are still available. Proceeds benefit students at St. Vincent’s and assist in fulfilling their mission to empower its students by providing them with a quality Catholic education. The school inspires its students to live and deepen their faith, with a focus on the Gospel message that motivates them to respond to the needs of others. For more information regarding purchasing your tickets or sponsorship opportunities, visit www.svscatholic.org or call 619.838.1368.•

Winner of Regional Finals is Announced A National Poetry Recitation Competition for High School Students

Write Out Loud, an organization founded in 2007 with a commitment to inspire, challenge and entertain by reading short stories aloud for a live audience. announced the 2017 winner of the Poetry Out Loud Regional Finals. The Regional finals were held this past Febrary at the San Diego Central Library. The winner of the Regional Finals and the new San Diego Champion is Signe Laundrup. Laundrum lives in El Cajon and is a senior at Grossmont Middle College High School on the campus of Grossmont College. She will represent San Diego County at the Poetry Out Loud State Finals in Sacramento on March 12 and 13. The winner in Sacramento will advance to the National Finals in Washington D.C. in April. First Runner-Up is Nicolas Sebastian from Valley Center High School who will step in for Laundrup if she cannot participate for any reason. Competitors from all schools had a canon of poetry to choose from for their poetry recitation, provided by the Poetry Foundation. Champion, Signe Laundrup recited “I Am” by John Clare and “Dulce et Decorum Est” by Wilfred Owen. Runner-up, Nicolas Sebastian recited “Dirge in the Woods” by George Meredith and “Hope is the Thing With Feathers” by Emily Dickinson. Poetry Out Loud is sponsored by the National Endowment for the Arts and The Poetry Foundation. It is managed in California by the California Arts Council and is coordinated in San Diego County by Write Out Loud. Participating schools included Grossmont Middle College High School, Valley Center High School, Bay Front Charter High School, Helix Charter High School, Mater Dei Catholic High School and San Diego Virtual School. Judges for Poetry Out Loud included Charles Harrington Elster, author; Mark Christopher Lawrence, actor; Rob Lutfy, associate artistic director– Cygnet Theatre Company; Paul Maley, actor, playwright, educator; Steve Torres-Roman, teen services librarian–San Diego Central Library; Steven J Warner, actor and filmmaker; Tim West, actor, director and playwright.•

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Following its sold-out debut last year, the second annual Mission Hills 5k returns Saturday, March 18 at 8 am. Promising fun for the whole family, this fun run/walk will wind through the scenic, historic neighborhood of Mission Hills, beginning and ending at Grant K-8 (1425 Washington Place). Runners of all ages and fitness levels are encouraged to register at www. missionhills5k.com. All proceeds will once again help fund Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) programs at Grant K-8.•

Left to right are Write Out Loud Artistic Director Veronica Murphy, Signe Laundrup and Executive Director Walter Murray.

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Old Town San Diego

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Welcomes Trillion Jewels

By Patty Ducey-Brooks

This past February I was informed of a new business that had moved in to Old Town San Diego, a short drive from my house. So I reached out to the new tenants and quickly learned of their recent move to San Diego via Ireland. While visiting with Lisa and Neil Ward I quickly learned that they are glad to have found the shop on Juan Street, because it has lots of foot and motor traffic and has relatively low overhead. They like the idea of meeting and serving lots of customers and also providing a value and a benefit, in terms of the jewelry they sell and repair. Trillion Jewels proprietors are (left to right) Neil, Emma and Lisa Ward. Neil said he started the business when he took early retirement from a 36-year banking career three years ago. Initially in Ireland, he had a hybrid business selling online and direct sales to an extensive network of friends and professional contacts. In August of 2016 he received his new green card and transferred the business to San Diego. Since opening in late January 2017, Neil says sales have exceeded their preliminary expectations and that they are receiving consistently positive feedback with regard to the quality and pricing of the jewelry offered. He also spoke of working closely with a local graduate gemologist, Ben Mester, whose love of gemstones, “aligns wonderfully with their jewelry offering.” He added that Mester’s gemstones in the store are typically priced below normal retail. On the subject of jewelry repair, Neil said that they work closely with skilled and experienced bench jewelers so as to provide quality repairs and jewelry maintenance at competitive pricing. When asked about what motivated him to join the jewelry business, Neil commented, “I love what I do, I am passionate about fine jewelry and gemstones. And, I get immense pleasure in searching out classic, designer and unique pieces of jewelry at prices that pleasantly surprise my clients. He added, “At the very young age of seventeen I purchased a small jewelry business in Ireland. On the weekends I sold silver charms and items such as Cladagh rings, many to American tourists. I loved the jewelry business from day one but given my family background it appeared I was destined to be a banker. During my satisfying 35 year career in banking I continued to study gemstones and jewelry. Over the years I became the jewelry buyer for family and friends and in the process I honed my skill at finding value and quality pieces and learning the hard way how to avoid mistakes. The purchase of a piece of jewelry for a loved one or for oneself is normally a joyous occasion. I get immense pleasure in being a part of the celebration.” I can personally attest that Neil is in to making his customer’s happy. I am already someone who has made a purchase. That’s because I’ve learned that Neil will not purchase any piece of jewelry that does not have a good quality-price ratio. He only purchases pieces that are manufactured with precious metals, 14 karat, 18 karat and platinum are the metals used in over 99 percent of his close to 500 pieces. If you are a lover of fine jewelry, whether it’s modern and classic, then you will surely find something at Trillion Jewels that will suit your taste.•

To Celebrate their new Old Town location, Trillion Jewels is holding an Open House from 5 to 8 p.m., Friday, March 24. They are inviting local residents to see their shop, meet with Lisa & Neil Ward and enjoy free refreshments. Their neighbors, Salon Santo Tomas, are joining the effort and will be offering free, mini-salon treatments. Hope to see you at the Grand Opening.

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Mind-Expanding Exploration

By Ginny Ollis

No two people look at any piece of art and see exactly the same thing. The lack of words opens the personal tunnel of interpretation. A new artist who has moved to San Diego and into a small but engaging gallery in Old Town graces our neighborhood with both the freedom to see with our personal eyes and yet adventure into a world that gives us light and story and inspiration. Anita Sagarese spent almost a decade achieving her move to San Diego. Her art is varied–water color, tube art (which she invented), dry paint etching, geology, and reflects some of her favorite words, such as “transparency.” It might be called expressionism, she confessed, but her evolution as seen in her gallery moves in too many directions to fit a single category. The photo, provided by an amateur photographer, Expecting to be polite, this writer was completely shows Sun Rays, the work of Anita Sagarese engaged, exhilarated, and quickly arguing with the artist about what her different pieces represented. A nice thing about excellent art is that it inspires conversation. Life today is often chaotic and time so short that thinking time is rare, but a walk through this gallery will certainly engage all your peaceful and positive potentials. And the artist is as much of a pleasure as her work. Sagarese’s work can be seen at Art Show, located at 2802 Juan Street, suite 27 (with handy parking adjacent and behind the building and an elevator in the building), when she has appointments or the urge to work on a project. It’s recommended you call first at 619.491.0456.•

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Gifts from UnitedHealthcare

UnitedHealthcare donated Valentine’s Daythemed gifts to families at Ronald McDonald House Charities of San Diego this past February. The gifts, in the form of 150 toy bags for kids, were delivered to families and officials of the Ronald McDonald House. In addition to toys, the colorful packages–known as Grins 2 Go bags–contained various games and fun activities for children ages four to 12. It was all provided courtesy of UnitedHealthcare. Employee volunteers from UnitedHealthcare and its mascot Dr. Health E. Hound, were there to pass out the Grin 2 Go bags. “We are very pleased to receive these heartfelt gifts from UnitedHealthcare,” said Chuck Day, CEO of Ronald McDonald House Charities of San Diego. “They helped brighten up Valentine’s Day for all of our guests this year.” Ronald McDonald House provides a “home away from home” for families with children being treated for serious, often life-threatening conditions at local hospitals. Melissa Stout-Penn, chief operating officer Melissa Stout-Penn of UnitedHealthcare gives a Grins to Go bag to a family for UnitedHealthcare in California, who was at Ronald McDonald House Charities of San Diego. (Credit: Sandy Huffaker) on hand for the event, said local community agencies like Ronald McDonald House need support from the San Diego-area business community. “We are grateful for the opportunity to provide these gifts to families at the Ronald McDonald House, which is an important resource in our community,” Stout-Penn said. “UnitedHealthcare Children’s Foundation provides grants to families for medical costs that are not fully covered by commercial insurance.” The Grins 2 Go bags, which are fundraising products created by the UnitedHealthcare Children’s Foundation, can be purchased by the public on Amazon.com. All proceeds from the bags support medical grants given by the Foundation to children and their families.•

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“A Wrinkle in Time”

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Transports Audiences Through Time and Space

“Donald Cried” director/writer/ star Kris Avedisian expertly deconstructs the contemporary obsession with the “man-child” in this darkly funny story about former childhood best friends who reconnect decades later in their working-class Rhode Island neighborhood. Peter Latang (Jesse Wakeman) left his childhood home of Warwick, Rhode Island to reinvent himself as a slick, Wall Street mover and shaker. When he’s suddenly forced to return home to bury his grandmother, he loses his wallet on the trip and ends up at loose ends. Stranded and broke, Peter looks to the only person he can think of to help him out–his next-door neighbor and former childhood friend Donald (played by Avedisian). The ever-eccentric Donald hasn’t changed a bit, and what starts as a simple favor turns into a long and unhinged van ride into

Based on the Newberry Award winning novel by Madeleine L’Engle and adapted for the stage by John Glore, “A Wrinkle in Time” is the story of Meg Murry, a young woman who is transported on an adventure through time and space to rescue her scientist father from the evil forces that hold him prisoner. With the help of brother and some celestial creatures, including the eccentric Mrs. Whatsit, the children travel by tesseract–a sort of “wrinkle” in space and time. Ultimately, Meg realizes that the only force that can counteract evil is love and eventually the family is reunited. The production is directed by guest director, Meg Deboard. Since moving to San Diego, she has worked on “Hollywood!” and “Blueprints to Freedom,” at La Jolla Playhouse, and several projects at Cygnet Theatre. Disney is currently developing a film version of the novel, directed by Ava DuVernay (director of Selma). Tickets to San Diego Junior Theatre’s production of “A Wrinkle in Time” are $12 to $18. Show times are Fridays at 7 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays at 2 p.m., March 3 through 19. Performances are in the Casa del Prado in Balboa Park. For tickets and more information visit juniortheatre.com or call 619.239.8355.•

their past. Painfully awkward moments and increasingly bizarre– and dangerous–hijinks ensue, as the friends rediscover their stifled aggression and teenaged rebelliousness. Avedisian’s pitch-perfect first feature is a brilliant twist on the family-reunion melodrama and the classic buddy comedy. “Donald Cried” is directed by Kris Avedisian and produced by Kyle Martin. It is written by Kris Avedisian, Kyle Espeleta and Jesse Wakeman This film is Rated R. Running time is one hour and 28 minutes. The cast includes Kris Avedisian, Jesse Wakeman and Louisa Krause. “Donald Cried” opens Friday, March 17 at Landmark’s Ken Cinema, located at 4061 Adams Avenue in Kensington. 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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MADCAPS Presents

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57th Annual Benefit Show

Mothers and Daughters Club Assisting Philanthropies (MADCAPS) celebrates 57 years of community service with its annual benefit show Thursday, March 9 through Saturday, March 11, in Point Loma Nazarene University’s Brown Chapel Theater. The theme for this year is “On Broadway,” featuring Broadway hit shows such as “Grease,” “Chicago,” “Saturday Night Fever,” “School of Rock,” “Mama Mia,” “Wicked,” and “Newsies.” Tickets for this year’s show go on sale February 1, 2017 with prices ranging between $5 and $ 25. Tickets can be purchased at www.sdmadcaps.org. “MADCAPS is thrilled to present this year’s theme “On Broadway,” says Judy Parker, 2017 Benefit communications chair. “We’re performing a variety of Broadway hit shows in a sensational, 12th grade students perform during the MADCAPS Annual Benefit Show. show-stopping format, as well as highlighting our real “stars” with special cameos of the philanthropies that advertising sales, and the donated time and expertise of the girls, their families and friends make it possible to give to these community organizations. we work with.” Mothers and Daughters Club Assisting Philanthropies (MADCAPS) In addition, we are supporting San Diego First Church of the Nazarene’s “Homeless Kits” project, by collecting various personal care items. Patrons was formed in 1960. The purpose of MADCAPS, as a private, nonprofit are asked to bring items like new tube socks, small shampoos, soaps and lip organization, is to involve mothers and daughters in direct service to and balms, which will be distributed to those in need. All of this would not be support of established philanthropic organizations. The group consists of possible without the support of sponsors from our community. And so we approximately 180 mothers and their 7th through12th grade daughters sincerely thank The Irving Group, Ullman Sails, Bass Family, Ocean Dental, from the Point Loma, Ocean Beach, Mission Hills and Hillcrest areas. Since its inception in 1960, MADCAPS has raised more than $900,000 for San Diego Funding/Pacific Sotheby’s, and Smith Family. This annual musical extravaganza has become MADCAPS signature the community and contributed tens of thousands of hours volunteering for fundraising event to provide financial support to dozens of local charities. philanthropic organizations. For more information about MADCAPS please visit www.sdmadcaps.org. • The underwriting of major production costs, proceeds from ticket and

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The 9th annual Miracle Babies 5K will take place from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Sunday, May 7, 2017, at NTC Park at Liberty Station (2455 Cushing Road), with registration beginning at 7 a.m. The event includes a timed 5K run at 8 a.m. followed by a family friendly 5K walk at 9 a.m. Attendees are invited to show their spirit by dressing up as their favorite hero. No matter if it’s Superman, Wonder Woman, a police officer, firefighter, soldier or doctor. All heroes are welcome. Participants will receive a collectable race medal and are encourage and invited to attend in the post race celebration including a KidZone, Family Resource Fair, merchandise vendors, food trucks and exotic cars. Registration fee for walkers is $25 for adults and free for children under 12. Runners’ fee is $30 for adults and $10 for children under 12. Register now at www.miraclebabies5k.com. Participants are encouraged to fundraise to help raise funds and awareness for NICU families, with incentive levels ranging from $150–$1,000+. To participate:

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For vendor, in-kind or sponsorship opportunities please contact jfelton@ miraclebabies.org or call 858.633.8540. Every year more than 500,000 babies are born prematurely. As overwhelmed families struggle with the terrifying uncertainties, they often find themselves faced with unexpected financial difficulties. Last year Miracle Babies provided financial assistance to over 500 families. Additionally, 3000 families in San Diego County received MB Care Bags and other supportive services provide by Miracle Babies.•

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Past, Present, & Future

Fashion Week San Diego Spring Showcase

By Aubree Lynn Who doesn’t love a good night out, hanging with girlfriends, cocktails, shopping, and spending the evening at one of the most iconic venues in San Diego? I know I sure do! With that in mind, here’s an invitation on behalf of Fashion Week San Diego, to the 10th Annual Spring Showcase at the prestigious Hotel Del Coronado, 6 to 9 p.m., Saturday, May 13. Cost for attending is a mere $20. Here’s an opportunity to watch all the designers present a sneak peek of their collections for this year’s event titled “Past, Present, and Future.” You can also shop their previous collections at a discounted price, have a drink, and embrace all things stylish. From men’s and women’s apparel, to swim wear, and not to mention there’s even apparel for you doggie mommies with matching attire for you and your pooch. It truly is going to be a great Spring Showcase to gear up for Fall Fashion Weeks big Event in October. For more information on the designers and to get your tickets while they are still available, please visit www.Fwsd.com. I look forward to seeing you at the Past, Present, and Future Spring Showcase. •

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“Coldmaggedon” Got You This Season? By Violet Green

Did you succumb to “coldmaggedon” this winter season? No. Well lucky you! Many of the rest of us were not so fortunate. When we had cold and flu season last year in San Diego, I remember there were lots of colds and sniffles and even some serious cases of whooping cough. This year’s version seems more like a stuffy head cold with some sore throat and chest congestion. It tends to last for a couple of weeks and then lingers for a couple more. I hope you’ve got sick time to use to rest and recuperate before going back to your daily routine. Your friends and colleagues will thank you for staying away. While you’re home resting, try to drink warm teas and broths to soothe your throat and nourish your body. The extra fluids will help you flush out the gunk too. I’m convinced that our collective immunity is down this season. In addition to all of the pressure of everyday life, we’ve been under stress for many months leading up to the election and, for most of us, that stress just increased after November 8. Good self-care is the best weapon against oppression. When you take good care of your physical body, you’ll find that you have more energy, can think more clearly, and can plan for whatever comes your way–whether it’s a nutritious snack while you run around town doing errands, or a political march to stand up for human rights.

You might ask, what does good self-care look like? It varies from person to person. For me, it means remembering that going to bed “early” leads to easier waking in the morning. The three-year-old in me wants to stay up all night just in case I miss out on something exciting. The adult me crawls into bed in time to get a solid eight hours of sleep and wonders why I always fight it so much. My bed is my sanctuary because I made it that way. Even dogs know the importance of a good night’s sleep. When I was in college, My self-care routine also includes whole sleep was a luxury. I might get three or four hours some nights, but none other nights. I went to food nutrition, plenty of water, and exercise to school full-time and worked full-time to support keep my body moving and flexible. We all feel overwhelmed at times with trying to be better my daily living. After graduation, I vowed to make my bed about our nutrition and exercise, so try to think of and bedroom a place of luxury and quiet. I self-care as you would helping a friend in need. What’s one small step that you can make today? bought my first real bed, put amazingly soft sheets on it, and invested in beautiful, light- Have a cup of tea instead of coffee? Drink a glass blocking curtains. So, as long as I can turn of water at lunch instead of soda? Or, maybe off my brain, I’ve got the ultimate setting you’ll walk around the park with a friend instead for deep, restful sleep. Now, I know that of sitting together in a coffee shop. Could you enough sleep translates to alarm-free waking replace one of your salty, crunchy snacks with in the morning, patience throughout my day, raw celery sticks or carrots? It’s really just one and sustained energy to make it to the end small step at a time. What will your self-care step be today?• of the day.

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Indulge me, please, while I restate the obvious: you can only overdo something for so long until there is a price to pay. Overworking without breaks and enough rest can quickly lead to a dip in health. You wear yourself out. How long can you keep overworking? Only you know. But my hope is that these suggestions encourage you to take better care of yourself. If you hear yourself saying, “I’m tired. Help. I need a break,” the following five choices are especially for you!

• In the midst of working too much for too long, stop long enough to schedule something fun on your calendar to look forward to. We can do almost anything if we know there is something to look forward to.

• Ask, “Does this really have to be done?” You can’t do it all. Do what absolutely must be done. Negotiate with the task masters and get clear on priorities.

• Say “no” more often. Refusing requests is part of the key to taking better care of yourself. It is tricky when it is your boss driving the overwork... but so necessary to speak of the toll being taken and negotiate new work agreements.

• As much as possible, reduce contact with people who aggravate you.

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Joseph Campbell calls taking these sorts of steps “destiny decisions;” you value yourself enough to decide to take care of yourself. Get your work done without doing yourself in. It’s tricky, but critical.

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Fresh Sound’s 20th Anniversary

Who could have guessed when Fresh Sound began in 1997 that the series would survive, let alone have reached the milestone of two decades and 200 concerts? To help celebrate this occasion, Endangered Blood will perform at 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, March 15 at Bread & Salt, located at 1955 Julian Avenue in San Diego, CA 92113. Cost is $20 and $10 for students. Chris Speed will perform on tenor saxophone; Jim Black on percussion; Trevor Dunn on bass; and Oscar Noriega on alto saxophone and clarinets. Endangered Blood was formed in 2008 and their music draws from the members’ diverse backgrounds and influences, combining post-bop, 20th-century “chromaticism,” traditional New Orleans funeral marches, avant-garde jazz and post-punk to create a sort of madscientist concoction. Their compositions are cerebral, but they’re also gritty and full of energy. One of the leading saxophonists and clarinetists of his generation, Chris Speed has made an indelible mark on NYC music through his work in improvisation, jazz, and new music. Dedicated to working bands, he is a founding member of Human Feel, Pachora, Alas No Axis, The Claudia Quintet and Bloodcount. Drummer Jim Black’s musical creativity has made him one of the most in-demand drummers in the jazz/new music scene today. In 2000, Jim released his acclaimed debut recording, “AlasNoAxis” on Winter & Winter Recordings Endangered Blood members include (called “A masterpiece of future jazz” by The Wire) and Chris Speed, Jim Black, Trevor Dunn and Oscar Noriega. has since built a discography of 5 acclaimed recordings, including the latest “Antiheroes”(2012). Bassist/composer Trevor Dunn can be heard on over 90 recordings including the complete works of Mr Bungle and Fantomas. He has recently been playing with Tomahawk, JohnZorn, the Melvins Lite, Curtis Hasselbring and his new band MadLove. Oscar Noriega’s first musical experience was performing in a Ranchera group with his four brothers growing up in Arizona. Brooklyn based since 1992 he is currently working with Tim Berne’s Snake Oil, Gerry Hemingway and co-leads the Mexico-inspired Banda de los Muertos.•

Music & The Spoken Word Join for a Unique Performance

The Hausmann Quartet and So Say We All are excited to present Seven Last Words, a performance of Joseph Haydn’s epic masterpiece alongside spoken word presentations of original works by the authors themselves at 1 p.m. on Sunday, March 26 at Liberty Station’s historic North Chapel, located at 2881 Roosevelt Road, San Diego, CA 92106. The texts will be inspired by the same scripture upon which Haydn based each of the movements of his monumental work, “The Seven Last Words of Christ.” Originally commissioned for a Good Friday service in 1783, the work was adapted for string quartet by the composer and has since become a treasured Easter-time tradition around the world. This concert is part of the Hausmann Quartet’s innovative Haydn Voyages series: each season includes four concerts at the Maritime Museum of San Diego and an annual presentation of this piece, as the Hausmann Quartet continues their journey to explore the entire cycle of Haydn quartets alongside works by his contemporaries, musical ancestors, and some of today’s most exciting composers. The concert will be open to the public with a name-your-own ticket price, and all proceeds will benefit nonprofits with a local presence, including the San Diego Rescue Mission, Border Angels, the ACLU and Planned Parenthood. Donations are accepted at the door and online at hq.ticketleap.com/sevenlastwords. •

The Hausmann Quartet will perform for the innovative Haydn Voyages series.

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BiCE—

Food Scene

Worldwide Acclaim

By David Rottenberg BiCE! How do you pronounce it? “Beez”? “Beys”? “Bike”? Surprise! The name of this outstanding restaurant is pronounced “bee-chay.” The restaurant is named after its founder, Beatrice Ruggeri, who was nicknamed affectionately “Bice.” She was born on a farm in Italy, the eldest of ten children. As such, she had to work hard to help her family. She married and moved with her husband, Dino, to Milan. She opened a “trattoria” named “Trattoris Da Dino e Bice.” Later, it became known simply as BiCE. She opened her restaurant over 90 years ago. She cooked in the kitchen, while her husband and family served in the dining room. The food was excellent, emphasizing farm to table recipes and a family setting. The concept was so successful that, over the years, restaurants were opened all around the world. There are locations in the US, primarily in Florida as well as in such exotic locales as Buenos Aires, Tokyo, Kuwait, Abu Dhabi and more. The restaurant group expanded to San Diego but, unfortunately, things did not work out. The restaurant closed after a short run. The economic downturn at the time just killed their business. Several years later, the restaurant group tried again and opened in a new location in the Gaslamp. This time, the restaurant caught on and has been operating ever since. Chef Mario Cassineri and his sous chef Francesca Penoncelli prepare excellent Northern Italian cuisine featuring local and seasonal items. Cassineri has over 25 years of culinary experience. Trained in Milan, he is passionate about his art. He opened his own restaurant at a young age , then worked with numerous well known chefs in Italy and around the world. His dishes look both to the culinary heritage of Italy as well as to modern culinary ideas. Both Cassineri and Penoncelli have been honored to cook at the James Beard house, like the Academy Award of their industry. They have also received awards from the California Restaurant Association. The interior of the restaurant is elegant, with high ceilings and subdued lighting. Tables are set in gleaming dishes and glassware on white tablecloths. Large windows permit diners to watch passersby in the Gaslamp. BiCE is one of the few restaurants that feature a cheese bar. When seated, a cheesemonger will approach to help diners select from the varied offerings on the cheese menu. The gradient is “lighter, stronger, serious and intense” and the cheesemonger will explain the distinctions carefully.

Everything on the menu is a la carte.

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The interior of BiCE is sophisticated and classy.

An example of a lighter cheese is the Mielito, a semi soft cheese made from cow milk. A small amount of honey is added to milk during production and it is aged 30 days. Then it is covered with beeswax and aged another 30 days. The cheese has subtle flavors of butter and hay, a real “country” fresh taste. Among the “serious” items, lovers of provolone cheese will delight with Provolone Stra Vecchio, made from cow’s milk and aged 18 months in a slow, lengthy climate controlled process. The result is a very sharp but distinct and pleasant flavor. Wine may be paired beautifully with both cheese as well as the entrees to create memorable dining experiences. BiCE’s wine list is quite extensive, filled mostly with imports from Italy. The origin of each wine is identified. For Italian wines, the region of the country is identified. Some wines are available by the glass. Prices can be eye opening. One listed selection comes in at just under $900. For that truly memorable dinner. The menu, on the other hand, is not extensive. Appetizers are typically Italian, such as Prosciutto di Parma con Burrata. The prosciutto is aged 18 months. One may also select Selezioni di Salami Artigianali, artisanal sulami from the cheese board. The roasted vegetable salad mixes fine, fresh seasonal offerings which, one evening I attended, included squash, asparagus and snap peas. Entrees are typically Italian. For example, pappardelle al ragu d’agnello features wonderfully prepared wide noodle pasta blended with a very meaty and tasty lamb ragu. The costoletta di vitello alla Milanese, prepared in the style of Milan, was a tender dish. Everything is a la carte. Pasta dishes on the side include soft spinach gnocchi in a pesto sauce and penne in a tomato sauce. Finally, desserts are typically Italian and include such sweet endings as scrigno di cioccolato, a golden chocolate cake with a gold dusted chocolate shell that is also gluten free. Or, try a dish of gelati e sorbetti that is served with mixed berries. BiCE offers a daily happy hour, featuring $5 food items and a broad choice of specialty cocktails. Private dining is available in a number of attractively appointed rooms. The restaurant is within walking distance of the Convention Center. There are no surprises on the current menu. It is distinctively northern Italian. The food preparation is outstanding. The service is attentive and excellent. The setting is elegant. And, going along with all that, prices are moderate to high. But quality costs. Well worth it for that special evening or anytime. BiCE is open daily for dinner. It is located at 425 Island Ave in the Gaslamp. Call 619.239.2423 for information and reservations.•

BiCE offers a cheese bar with a wide selection of quality offerings.

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Thru April 23 n Join theNAT and Hornblower Cruises and Events daily at 9:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. Boarding begins 15 minutes before each cruise at 910 N Harbor Drive, San Diego. This is the peak of the gray whale watching season. Sightings have been abundant with up to a dozen whales spotted on recent cruises, including some newborn calves. Humpbacks have also been sighted and, of course, hundreds of dolphins on every trip. Please call 877.946.7797 for more information.

Thru September 4 n San Diego Natural History Museum, located at 1788 El Prado in Balboa Park, is bringing you a new special exhibition. Ultimate Dinosaurs, will stomp into the museum. This highly interactive exhibition features 16 life-sized dinosaur skeletons from unusual locations in the Southern Hemisphere—many of which are completely unknown by North Americans.

March 1 n The 7th annual Women in Blue luncheon takes place at Marriott Marquis & Marina at 333 W Harbor Drive, San Diego and will host Chief of Police ShellyZimmerman with 35 years of service. She will offer a fascinating look back, as well as insights into how SDPD stays a step ahead, even in challenging times. Here the stories of women whose outstanding achievements in non-traditional careers have paved the way for today’s female leaders in San Diego. You’re sure to be inspired by the wisdom and leadership embodied by at this year’s honorees. For information, visit www.sdpolicefoundation.org/events.

March 1 & 2 n Martinis Above Fourth, located at 3940 Fourth Ave, Second Floor, presents Miss Coco Peru in The Taming of the Tension at 8 p.m. Miss Coco Peru has been a little tense lately and one of the things that Coco likes to do when she is tense is invite friends over to her place for tea (and/or cocktails) and a good oldfashioned BS session. For more information please visit www.martinisabovefourth.com.

March 2 Thru April 2 n Reuben H. Fleet Science Center is providing informal learning experiences that support and enhance exploration, create excitement and facilitate scientific discoveries. Topics include, Feathered Friends, Habitats and Camouflage, Food Chain, Light Up the Night, for children ages 3-5 years with an accompanying adult. Classes meet from 9 to10 a.m.; enrollment is limited and pre-registration is required. Please call 619.238.1233, ext 806 or visit www.rhfleet.org/events/young-scientists for information.

March 3 n Dizzy’s is at a new location, at Arias Hall, located behind the Musician’s Association building at 1717 Morena Blvd, San Diego. Tonight at 8 p.m. the Ben Van Gelder Quintet performs “Among Verticals” CD Release, featuring Ben Van Gelder on saxophone, Peter Schlamp on vibes, Richard Sears on piano, Garret Lang on bass, and Adam Starkopf on drums.

March 3 thru 19 n San Diego Junior Theatre’s production of A Wrinkle in Time will be at the Casa del Prado in Balboa Park, located at 1600 Village Place. Show times are Fridays at 7 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays at 2 p.m. Based on the Newberry Award winning novel by Madeleine L’Engle and adapted for the stage by John Glore, the story of Meg Murry, a young woman who is transported on an adventure through time and space to rescue her scientist father from the evil forces that hold him prisoner. For tickets and information, visit www.juniortheatre.com or call 619.239.8355.

March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 & April 7 n Join the Knights of Columbus in the California Room of the St. Francis Center at the San Diego Mission de Alcala, located at 10818 San Diego Mission Road, San Diego, for the Lenten Fish Dinner Event to help support the family and parish youth activities. Donations are also used by the Knights to help the Nazareth House, School and seminarians of the Diocese of San Diego. Early Bird meals start at 4 p.m. with the regular meal service starting immediately following Station of the Cross at 6:30 p.m. Delicious dinner choices include baked or fried fish, and fish tacos, all served with a sweet dessert and cold drink. Prices are $10 adult and $5 youth (under 11 years).

March 4 n Cris Williamson will be the headliner at the AMSDconcerts tonight. Williamson will be performing “Motherland.” A new production features an all-star band of sisters and brothers. She will perform at the Laura R. Charles Theater at 7:30 p.m. at Sweetwater High School, located at 2900 Highland Avenue in National City. For tickets, visit www. AMSDconcerts.com.

n Dizzy’s is at a new location, at Arias Hall, located behind the Musician’s Association building at 1717 Morena Boulevard in San Diego. Creative flautist Lori Bell and longtime associate guitarist Ron Satterfield and drum master Duncan Moore perform at 8 p.m. Cost is $15.

March 4 & 5 n California Ballet Company presents Septime Weber’s “Peter Pan” at the San Diego Civic Theatre, located at 1100 Third Avenue in downtown San Diego. The production features classical ballet, slapstick comedy and aerial choreography set to an original score by Cincinnati Ballet Music Director Carmon DeLeone and choreographed by Septime Weber. Tickets can be purchased at 858.560.6741 or www.CaliforniaBallet.org.

n The Ohara School of Ikebana “Festival of Spring Flowers” takes place from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Balboa Park’s Casa del Prado, room 101. Ikebana arrangement demonstrations will take place at 12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m., and 2:30 p.m. Admission is free. The event is co-sponsored by the San Diego Botanical Garden Foundation.

March 5 n Dizzy’s is at a new location, at Arias Hall, located behind the Musician’s Association building at 1717 Morena Boulevard in San Diego. Professor Marvill’s Spectacular

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March 2017 Aerialists Show Orchestra features original steampunk compositions by Fred Ubaldo Junior and a nine piece ensemble. The performance is at 2 p.m.

n John Ealy, owner of Harley Gray Kitchen and Bar, located at 902 W. Washington Street in Mission Hills will be hosting Red Hot Heroes for a fundraiser to benefit Fire Station 8 and the Mission Hills Business Improvement District. Tickets are $75 each and include a three-course dinner and wine. Individual tickets are available for purchase as well as tickets for tables of two ($150), four ($300), and eight ($600). Seating is limited. A crew of eight firefighters from Fire Station 8 will help with meal service throughout the evening. A silent auction and photo opportunity will add to the fun and prosperity of the evening. Call 619.955.8451 for tickets.

March 7 n Reuben H Fleet Science Center, located at 1875 El Prado in Balboa Park, presents the first Tuesday of each month as residents’ free Tuesdays. Free gallery admission applies to San Diego City and County residents and active-duty military. ID is required. There is reduced pricing on the film admission.

March 7, 21, 28 & April 4 n Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center, Jacobs Family Campus, located at 4126 Executive Drive in La Jolla, will hold an Adult Education series on Jerusalem 50. As we celebrate 50 years of the reunification of Jerusalem, explore and discuss the various approaches and feeling connection to Jerusalem through prayers, poems and songs. Instructor, Elisheva Edelson, was born in Monterrey, Mexico, and has been a Jewish Educator and performer of Jewish folk and popular music for over 40 years. For information, call 858.362.1348.

March 7, 21, 28 & April 4 n Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center, Jacobs Family Campus, located at 4126 Executive Drive in La Jolla, will hold an Adult Education series on Art, Stories and Movements. Explore various art history topics from early Israeli artists Nachum Gutman and Reuven Rubin who documented with their art the story and the history of Tel Aviv, to Marc Chagall, the most renowned Jewish artist of the 20th Century. Other artist featured include Leonardo do Vinci and the history of the Renaissance in Italy, along with Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo and the history of Mexico. For information, call 858.362.1348.

March 9 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), is free with Museum admission. This Months theme is Sharks. Visit www.sdnat.org for ticket information.

March 10 n Dizzy’s is at a new location, at Arias Hall, located behind the Musician’s Association building at 1717 Morena Boulevard in San Diego. Saxophonist/composer Nathan Collins and his Young Lions Sextet will perform, featuring Steven Robinson on trombone, Paul Cornish on keyboards, Eddie Stone on bass, RC Rossell on guitar, and Jarren Heidelberg on drums, with special guest Tiah Barnes, vocals. Performance is at 8 p.m. Cost is $15 cover ($10 students).

March 10 thru 26 n JCompany’s Youth Theatre 24th Season at the David & Dorothea Garfield Theatre located at Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center 4126 Executive Drive, La Jolla, presents Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka, Jr. The delicious adventures experienced by Charlie Bucket on his visit to Willy Wonka’s mysterious chocolate factory light up the stage in this captivating adaptation of Roald Dahl’s fantastical tale. For tickets, please visit www.tickets.lfjcc.org/?search-willy or call 858.362.1348.

March 11 n Reuben H. Fleet Science Center is holding a Saturday Science Club for girls in grades 5 through 8 from noon to 2 p.m. This month the topic is St. Patrick’s Day Science: Get ready for Saint Patrick’s Day by experimenting with color-changing cabbage juice and harnessing the power of a potato. Cost for members is $13, non-members $15 per person. To participate, parents must pre-register by calling 619.238.1233 x806.

n Scripps Health’s 45th Annual Mercy Ball takes place at 6 p.m. at San Diego Marriott Marquis & Marina, located at 333 West Harbor Drive. The event will feature fine cuisine, live musical entertainment and a high-energy live auction. Fundraising gala information can be found at www.scripps.org/MercyBall or call 858.678.7346.

n Dizzy’s is at a new location, at Arias Hall, located behind the Musician’s Association building at 1717 Morena Boulevard in San Diego. Transcendent Danish jazz vocalist Sinne Eeg will perform with Peter Sprague on guitar, Gunner Biggs on bass, and Duncan Moore on drums. Performance is at 8 p.m. Cost is $20.

March 12 n Gold Rush Days Comes to the Maritime Museum of San Diego. California history comes alive for all ages from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visitors will step back in time and relive the Gold Rush Days on a traditional “Clipper” ship, pan for gold, climb deep into a mine, enjoy a train ride, make a covered wagon, and participate in other activities organized for all ages. In 1849, thousands of gold seekers travelled to California by long narrow ships with extra large sails called clipper ships. Tickets are $17 for adults and $9 for children. It includes general admission and can be purchased at www.sdmaritime.org.

March 13, 14 & 15 n Distinguished Speaker Series at David & Dorothea Garfield Theatre at 4126 Executive Drive, La Jolla, takes place at 7 p.m. Professor Jacob Goldberg, who has a Ph.D. from Harvard University in Middle East politics, is the featured speaker. He is a former senior adviser to Israeli Prime Minster Ehud Barak. This is the first night of three discussions, Tonight’s topic is “Arab Winter” Chaos in Full Swing: Six Years and Counting. For a complete listing please visit www.sdcjc.com.

March 15 n Fresh Sound’s 20th Anniversary season will start at 7:30 p.m. at Bread & Salt, located at 1955 Julian Avenue. Performing tonight is the Chris Speed Quartet, performing “Endangered Blood.” Chris Speed, tenor saxophone; Jim Black, percussion; Trevor Dunn, bass; and Oscar Noriega, alto saxophone and clarinets are members of the quartet. Tickets are $20 and $10 for students. Visit www. freshsoundmusic.com for more information.

n Martinis Above Fourth, located at 3940 Fourth Avenue, Second Floor, in San Diego, presents Broadway and Cabaret favorite David Geist in “Send in the Sounds” at 8 p.m. Geist has performed in over 30 Broadway shows including “Cats,” “Wicked,” and “The Boy from Oz.” For information, visit www.martinisabovefourth.com. Tickets are $20.

March 16 n SDSU Downtown Gallery, located at 725 W. Broadway, is having an opening reception from 5 to 8 p.m. with DJ Mike and Screen Printing Activity with School of Art + Design Facility, Scott Wyss. The Gallery Exhibition, Every Which Way, is the third in an annual series inspired by SDSU’s campus-wide initiative, the Common Experience. Admission is free.

n Father Joe’s Village residents will showcase their culinary skills at the 4th Taste of the Village from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Students from the Freddie Evarkiou Culinary Arts Program will prepare French country cuisine and serve partygoers atop Father Joe’s Village building at 16th and Commercial streets. There are thousands of men, women and children on our streets–we see potential in each and every one. Through events like this, we can help more people in our community achieve self-sufficiency. Tickets are $50 per person and can be purchased on line at www.neighbor.org.

n Martinis Above Fourth, located at 3940 Fourth Ave, Second Floor, presents Australian sensation Courtney Act in “The Girl from Oz” at 8 p.m. Act takes you over the rainbow and down under in her new show, The Girl from Oz! For more information, visit www.martinisabovefourth.com. Tickets are $25.

March 17th n 15th Annual March for Meals–a month–long, nationwide celebration of Meal on Wheels and the home bound vulnerable senior who rely on its vital safety net. Local San Diego restaurants will participate in the “MOW” jito’s and More Challenge. Local eateries and bars will have a delicious specialty cocktails featured at the restaurant of which $1 of each specialty cocktail served will benefit Meals on Wheels San Diego County. On this fine day South County Flapjack Breakfast from 8–10 a.m. at Bonita Mall Applebee’s 3030 Plaza Bonita Rd., Suite 1298, National City. Tickets $10 per person, 50% of proceeds benefit Meals on Wheels San Diego County. Come out and support this great cause.

March 17, 18 & 19 n SDSU Dance Studio Theatre, located at 5500 Campanile Drive in San Diego, presents the University Dance Company as they perform faculty works directed by Joseph Alter, Jess Humphrey, and guest artists from Tijuana’s Lux Boreal Dance Company. Three distinct dances explore concepts and principles from physics, body memory, and a few versions of the song “Hey Jude” by the Beatles. For information and tickets, visit www.artsalive.sdsu.edu.

March 18 n The Iowa State Singers of Iowa State University will perform at 7:30 p.m. at the historic Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala, located at 10818 San Diego Mission Road in San Diego. The singers are a select choral ensemble and have sung to critical acclaim around the world. The 46-member ensemble is under the direction of Dr, James Rodde. The singers were national winners of The American Prize, College/University Chorus Division. The program in Southern California will include historical acappella works, contemporary pieces by Slovenian composers, and American composers. For more information, call 858.231.3751 or 619.283.7319.

New Helsinki, will perform. The ensemble features Luke Marantz on piano, Marty Kenney on bass, and Nathan Ellman-Bell on drums. They will perform music from their newly released album. The performance is at 8 p.m. Cost is $20.

March 25 n Wacky Science Sundays with Ms. Frizzle™ and The Magic School Bus© takes place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at theNAT, located at 1788 El Prado in Balboa Park. Get ready for a new program with the wild and wacky worlds of mysterious creatures, fascinating habitats, and phenomenal hands-on science. The Frizz will be making a big move to the giant screen theater where she will be offering a performance once a month on Family Days, free with museum admission. Visit www.sdnat.org for ticket information.

n Incendio will be the headliner at the AMSDconcerts tonight. Incendio means “fire” in Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese. It is a fitting moniker for Incendio’s sound is the nylon-string Spanish guitar, which can conjure up romantic as well as powerful and bold images. They refer to their style as Latin guitar world fusion, and leave audiences amazed with their phenomenal guitar skills and dazzling interplay. Incendio will perform at 7:30 p.m. at the Laura R. Charles Theater at Sweetwater High School, located at 2900 Highland Avenue in National City. For tickets, visit www.AMSDconcerts.com.

n Dizzy’s is now playing at a new location, at Arias Hall, behind the Musician’s Association building at 1717 Morena Boulevard in San Diego. Tonight jazz pianist Joshua White presents Monk @ 100 (Part 1) celebrating the music of Thelonious Monk with Dean Hulett on bass, and Duncan Moore on drums. The performance is at 8 p.m. Cost is $20.

March 26 n 15th Annual March for Meals (MOW) is a month–long, nationwide celebration of Meal on Wheels and the home bound vulnerable seniors who rely on its vital safety net. Local San Diego restaurants will participate in the “MOW” jito’s and More Challenge. Local eateries and bars will have a delicious specialty cocktails featured at the restaurant of which $1 of each specialty cocktail served will benefit Meals on Wheels San Diego County. Today we are hosting Wiggin’ Out for San Diego Seniors: This 4th annual event is perfect for anyone interested in a 5K or 1M Run/Walk that will help combat senior hunger. Join us in beautiful Crown Point South at Mission Bay Park at 7:30 a.m. Registration takes place at Crown Point Drive and Moorland Drive in Pacific Beach. Visit www.mealson-wheels.org/events for more information.

n Liberty Station’s Historic North Chapel, located at 2881 Roosevelt Road in San Diego, hosts The Hausmann Quartet and So Say We All for a 1 p.m. performance. They will present Seven Last Words, a performance of Joseph Haydn’s epic masterpiece alongside spoken word presentation of original works by the authors themselves. This concert will be open to the public with a nameyour-own ticket price, and all proceeds will benefit nonprofits with a local presence, including the San Diego Rescue Mission, Border Angels, the ACLU and Planned Parenthood. Donations are accepted at the door and online at www.hq.ticketleap.com/sevenlastwords.

n La Jolla County Club, located at 7301 High Avenue in La Jolla, is hosting the 25th Anniversary Gold Classic from 5 to 8 p.m. The event is chaired by Peter Farrell, Steven Strauss, and Dale Yahnke, who will kick off the Fostering Hope Cocktail Party. Join them for a lively evening with cocktails, delicious hors d’oeuvres, and opportunities to win fabulous prizes. The party is open to everyone! Even if you’re not a golfer, this is a wonderful opportunity to mingle with the Voices for Children community. Individual tickets are $125 and can be purchased at www. fhgolf@speakupnow,org or by phone at 858.589.2261.

n Dizzy’s is now at a new location, at Arias Hall, located behind the Musician’s Association building at 1717 Morena Boulevard in San Diego. Tonight the spotlight is on how women transform jazz music–the 9th Annual Women in Jazz/Future of Jazz Women. The performance is at 7 p.m. Cost is $20.

March 20 thru 24

March 27 thru 31

n 15th Annual March for Meals (MOW) is a month–long,

n The Fleet Science Center, located at 1875 El Prado in Balboa

nationwide celebration of Meal on Wheels and the home bound vulnerable senior who rely on its vital safety net. Local San Diego restaurants will participate in the “MOW” Jito’s and More Challenge. Local eateries and bars will have a delicious specialty cocktails featured at the restaurant of which $1 of each specialty cocktail served will benefit Meals on Wheels San Diego County. Champions for Meals Week: Mayors, elected officials, and local celebrities deliver meals through San Diego County to our seniors.

March 22 n David & Dorothea Garfield Theatre, located at 4126 Executive Drive in La Jolla, is proud to host Whitney Shay, a talented and vibrant young vocalist, for one night only, as she journeys through the history of Jewish women in song. Her performance is at 7 p.m. Backed by a trio of accomplished musicians, this is an evening that you won’t want to miss. Call 858.362.1348 to purchase tickets or visit www.my.lfjcc.org.

Park, will host full-day STEAM Spring Camps everyday for Grades 1 to 3. They will enjoy STEAM Spring Camp themes that explore ocean science, flying and green technology. Grades 4 to 7 learn circuits, virtual reality and Minecraft modding in camps provided by ThoughtSTEM. The STEAM Spring Camps and Computer Science & Technology Spring Camps extend the Fleet’s mission of bringing science education to curious minds of all ages in ways that are fun, engaging and accessible. Camps run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. You can sign up for one day or more. Visit www.rhfleet.org/ events/spring.camps for more information.

March 29 n Coronado Public Library, located at 640 Orange Avenue in Coronado, will hold a free lecture on Virtual Wars: How Israelis and Palestinians Use New Media in an Old Conflict at 10:30 a.m. Professor Ibrahim Al-Marashi will talk about the Internet, social networks and Youtube, serve as a digital battlefield between Israelis and Palestinians. For information, visit www.sdcjc.org/cardiffrsvp.

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n Martinis Above Fourth, located at 3940 Fourth Ave,

n Martinis Above Fourth, located at 3940 Fourth Avenue,

Second Floor, in San Diego, presents Vegas Headliner Chadwick Johnson in “Vegas…Shaken & Stirred” at 8 p.m. Beyond the intrigue of his original tunes, Chadwick and his band will take his audience on a journey of the music of Las Vegas, then and now, from retro hit songs infused with a fresh twist to soulful pop selections. In this one-night only performance, Jonathan Karrant, one of San Diego’s and (MA4’s) favorite performers will be Chadwick’s special guest. For more information, visit www.martinisabovefourth.com. Tickets are $25.

March 24 n Dizzy’s is now playing at a new location, at Arias Hall, behind the Musician’s Association building at 1717 Morena Boulevard in San Diego. Tonight Finnish electric guitarist, winner of the 2016 Montreux Jazz Electric Guitar Competition, Olli Hirvonen and his ensemble,

Second Floor, in San Diego, presents cabaret entertainer extraordinaire Spider Saloff in “Spider Sings Sondheim” at 8 p.m. The evening will feature a collection of songs by America’s most celebrated, composer of musical theater. She’ll interweave stories about the composer’s music and fascinating life with her own special brand of humor, making for an unforgettable evening. For information, visit www.martinisabovefourth.com. Tickets are $25.

March 31 n Dizzy’s is at a new location, at Arias Hall, located behind the Musician’s Association building at 1717 Morena Boulevard in San Diego. Tonight jazz pianist/composer Josh Nelson performs with saxophonist Dayna Stephens, Edwin Livingston on bass and Lorca Hart on drums. The performance is at 8 p.m. Cost is $20.

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Preschool Storytime March 3, 10, 17 and 24 (Every Friday) 10:30-11:00 am

Children are invited to a fun storytime. On March 3, Miss Shadi will introduce kids to the Persian New Year.

Read to a Therapy Dog March 4 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

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March 4, 11, 18 and 25 (Every Saturday) at 10:30 a.m.

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The Mission Hills Book Group will discuss “Outliers” by Malcolm Gladwell. 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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Find out what’s going on in your baby’s mind, strengthen your bond with your baby, and lessen frustration brought on by miscommunication. Interactive presentation led by Jennifer Duncan also includes sing-alongs and bubble time ending with Q&A period. Recommended for ages birth to four-years old.

Pajama Storytime

A Center for Spiritual Living Rev. Kevin Bucy, Senior Minister 858 Front Street

March 7, 14, 21 and 28 (Every Tuesday) from 6:30 to 7 p.m.

Children are invited to an evening storytime. Feel free to come dressed in your pajamas.

(at University and Front Streets)

San Diego, CA 92103

Baby Storytime

Extra parking across the street at Florence School

March 9 at 10:30 a.m.

www.universalspiritcenter.org.

Introduce your baby to reading with books, songs, rhythms, and finger plays especially for them. Twenty minutes of playtime will be held immediately after.

619.291.4728 SUNDAY MORNING GATHERINGS 8:00 a.m. Meditative with full message 10:00 a.m. Music-filled gathering

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March18 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

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 Sundays at 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

The Friends of the Mission Hills Branch Library will hold a book sale. Stock up on books while supporting your Library.

Mystery Book Group March 22 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

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

Earth: Your Home Sweet Home March 23 from 1:30 to 2 p.m.

Kids can celebrate Earth Day and Dr. Seuss’s birthday with Krypton Yvonne’s wacky introduction to recycling, saving energy, and water conservation.

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

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Hillcrest

1st Tuesday

Uptown Planners Joyce Beers Hall in Uptown Mall. 6:30 p.m.

1st Thursday

Uptown Partnership 3101 Fifth Ave. Call 619.298.2541. 4:30 p.m.

Thursdays 7–8:30 pm

San Diego Uptown Rotary Club The Uptown Rotary Club has moved to their new home at Jimmy Carter’s Mexican Cafe, 3172 Spruce at the corner of 5th. Breakfast meetings are held every Thursday 7 to 8:30 a.m. Guests are welcome to attend a meeting to learn how to become part of this dynamic organization and see why their motto is “Service Above Self.” For information, visit www. sdurotary.org or call 619.894.0140.

Kensington-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.

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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

Salon Services

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3rd Wednesday (Odd Months)

TCCAC– Tecolote Canyon Citizen’s Advisory Committee Tecolote Nature Center. Contact Eloise Battle for details. 7 p.m.

3rd Thursday

Linda Vista Town Council Baha’i Faith Center Alcala Knoll Drive Contact Thomas Kaye 858.277.6793 at 6:30 p.m.

4th Monday

LVCPC– Linda Vista Community Planning Committee Linda Vista Library Meeting Room. Contact Ed Cramer at 619.222.2047 for details. 7:00 p.m.

4th Wednesday

LVPC– Linda Vista Planning Committee Monthly Meeting Linda Vista Library Meeting Room at 6 pm. Contact Jeff Perwin 619.806.9559 for details, minutes and agenda at www.LindaVistaSD.com. Linda Vista View Linda Vista Town Council Community Newsletter Contact Thomas Kaye at 858.278.6973

Various Wednesdays

LVNewsletter– Linda Vista View Civic Association Community Newsletter. Bayside Community Center. Contact Sarah Granby at 858.405.7135 or email sgranby@lvca-sd.org. 2:00 p.m.

Mission Hills

March 22, 2017

Mission Hills Garden Club Ahe meeting will be about planning a vegetable garden with the Red Door Restaurant in Mission Hills. 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

March 8, 2017

Monthly Meeting will be at 10 a.m. and the program is Getting Your Garden to Grow: The Lowdown on Soil, Mulches and Amendments. The meeting takes place at Portuguese Hall, 2818 Avenida de Portugal, San Diego, CA 92106. More information is available at www.plgc.org.

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1831 Torrance Street

A premier Mission Hills estate with spectacular canyon and ocean views. At the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, this 4,000 square foot home offers generous living areas with contemporary flair; three bedrooms, three baths, a chef’s kitchen, and, a spacious guest apartment. Cherry floors, California Closets, abundant storage space, and a 2½-car garage with workshop. Infinite entertaining opportunities with four patios and outdoor kitchen. 9,600 square foot lot with fruit and avocado trees

1,575,000

2439 Pine Street

A rare real estate opportunity to own a home in the premier Mission Hills location of the Pine Street cul de sac. Seldom does one of the ten homes in this elegant pocket come on the market. This lovely Mid-Century Colonial Revival home enjoys stunning, unmatched views as well as corner lot privacy. In addition to the just under 3,000 square feet of interior space on a lot that has 10,000 usable square feet, the home has walls of windows and more than 550 square feet of deck with sweeping views from Point Loma, across Mission Bay out to the ocean.

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3551 Front Street

9 suite professional office building including 11 off street parking spaces with alley access. The Moore House is a Victorian Queen Anne style building located in a quiet part of Bankers Hill. Listed by the San Diego Historical Sites Board. Eastlake style exterior trim, attractive spacious interiors, large rear and side gardens, and a full basement with it’s own exterior entrance are just a few of this properties valuable attributes. The neighboring property is available for $625,000. Its zoning allows for development of additional residential units.

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North Mission Hills

Bankers Hill

South Mission Hills

Carmel Valley

7,000,000

Marcasel Place

This 40-acre parcel is all potential. The possibilities range from one mega view estate to perhaps an enclave of luxury homes. Two gated accesses to property. Call to schedule a property tour. Offered now at $7,000,000.

1,575,000

3950 Alameda Place

Mission Revival home on a lush canyon with water views. Rarely available 14,000 sq ft lot with 103 ft of street frontage!! Huge yard with full-sized pool on the canyon rim. The welcoming covered front porch introduces you to the gracious 6 bedroom, 4 bath home. Refinished hardwood floors, hardwood paneling, built-ins all showcase this spacious home. Ione Stiegler-designed kitchen and master bath. 4 bedrooms up and one on the ground floor, additional maids quarters and full bath in lower level.

Call Lisa Mortensen, Agent CalBRE #583530 at 619.818.5566

Call Jim Scott, Broker CalBRE #830226 at 619.920.9511

995,000

3292 Dove Street

Secluded cul-de-sac in Bankers Hill. Enter the top floor of this lovely home and you’ll feel like you’re living in the treetops. The entry level contains the living room, dining area, kitchen & den. The middle level contains the master bedroom and retreat, and three additional bedrooms. The lower level could be used as a mother-in-law suite.

850,000

3424 Hawk Street

Mid-century tri-level home with water and canyon views from most rooms. Generous living room, well-sized dining room, 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths. Large private front terrace provides comfortable entertainment space.

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Nestled at the end of a very private street, this Art Deco home commands sweeping views of downtown and of Balboa Golf Course. Bright and sunny, this is the perfect home for someone who values style and privacy. 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms plus an charming 1 bedroom apartment that can be separated from the house. Offered at $1,325,000.

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4239 Arden Way • North Mission Hills

ew ly Li st ed Classic Craftsman on a fabulous North Mission Hills street. Highly desirable single level home with lovely architectural detailing, built-ins, and gorgeous leaded glass windows. First time on the market in 25 years. The 1487 square foot floor plan lives large and has flexibility as either a 3 bedroom home or a 2 bedroom and a beautiful study with a functional pocket door. The spacious kitchen opens into a sunny breakfast room. Picture perfect front porch, easily maintained private back yard, and a large two car garage with alley access. Offered now at $1,225,000. Call Rocky Rockhill, Agent, CalBRE # 01197738 at 619.972.3033 • r o c k y @ s q r e . c o m o r Lucy Abernathy, Agent, CalBRE # 815302 at 619.203.7222 • l h e n r y a b e r n a t h y @ g m a i l . c o m Scott & Quinn has two offices, in Mission Hills at 1111 Fort Stockton Drive, in South Park at 2973 Beech Street, and has sixteen agents. The company also features Scott & Quinn Property Management. Founded in 1982, Scott & Quinn is the oldest full service real estate firm in Mission Hills and is still locally owned and operated. Jim has been a homeowner in Mission Hills since 1976.

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