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Co-teaching Program Kicks Off at Hanson Elementary School

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By Ruth Lepper

he co-teaching program at Hanson Elementary School is off to a good start, according to the school’s principal, Chris Gunnett. He stressed the program is instilling confidence in the students and resulting in higher achievement levels. A PowerPoint presentation was made at the Sept. 23 meeting of Ramona Unified School District’s governing board. Gunnett was joined by teachers Barbara Beamesderfer, Tracey Stephens and Vida Philbrick-Pedrico. The model program brings together students in the general education classes with students with disabilities and special needs. At times, both teachers will be working in the same classroom, and at other times, students in small groups will benefit from more individual attention. “I think co-teaching has a true benefit for all students,” Philbrick-Pedrico told the trustees. In other reports, Superintendent Robert Graeff praised Ramona Rotary Club for providing dictionaries for all students in third grade. Trustees approved an impressive list of personnel from Assistant Superintendent Tony Newman. Trustees remarked that the list was one of the largest to come before them in some time. The list includes new hires as well as new assignments for the teaching and non-teaching staff. m on Ra

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Theresa Grace, senior director of education services, reported the results from the ACT tests for the 2014 graduating class. ACT tests cover English, mathematics, reading and science to determine if students are prepared for college-level work. RUSD students scored higher than the state average in most all areas. Assistant Superintendent David Ostermann has been in discussions with San Diego Country Estates General Manager Mario Trejo and the director of its parks and recreation committee regarding a possible joint partnership with the school district. RUSD owns five acres of vacant property on Bellemore Drive that was donated by the developers. The consensus of RUSD trustees was for Ostermann to continue with the talks to see what SDCE is suggesting for the use of the land. Ostermann said no specific plans are in the works, but suggestions include a ball park or a community building. Sun Valley Council Parent Teachers Association will be conducting a “Meet the Candidates” forum at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 8 in the Performing Arts Wing at Ramona High School. The candidates are incumbents Bob Stoody, Kim Lasley and Rodger Dohm, along with Joyce Daubert and Dick Lemire. The next regularly scheduled school board meeting is at 7 p.m. Oct. 15 in the board room of the district office, 720 Ninth St. For information, visit the district’s website at www.ramonausd.net. n

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Hike if You Dare on Park’s ‘Haunted Trail’ Dos Picos County Park Ranger Kyle Icke invites hikers to come out and take part in the park’s free spooky Haunted Trail Hikes. Hikes are about 20 minutes long and will take place between 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Oct. 11 and 18 at 17953 Dos Picos Park Rd.

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ocal high school seniors and graduates, including homeschooled students, are invited to apply for a Ramona Food and Clothes Closet Community Spirit Scholarship. Applicants must be residents of Ramona, Julian, Santa Ysabel, Ranchita, Warner Springs or Borrego Springs who are pursuing education beyond high school at a California university, college or trade school. They also must have completed a minimum of 40 hours of volunteer service at Ramona Food and Clothes Closet before submitting an application. The scholarship program is intended to assist low-income families who may have a firstgeneration, college-bound

student. Students are encouraged to attend a volunteer orientation at the store and start their service in time to complete their 40 hours. Contact Service Manager Vesna Curry at 760-789-4458 or email ramonafood@att.net. Applications are available Monday through Friday, from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., at 773 Main St. They may be submitted between March 1 and May 31, 2015. Ramona Food and Clothes Closet has provided many scholarships in recent years, and four recipients have graduated from college and are starting careers. n

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riends of the Ramona Library will present its third-annual Authors Day at the Library Oct. 25. Local authors are invited to display, sell and sign their books, chat with the public and network with other authors. The event is free to the public. This year’s Authors Day will honor the establishment of Ramona’s first public library 120 years ago in 1894, when Augustus and Martha Barnett gave Ramona Town Hall to the community. Town Hall became home to the local library and housed an extensive collection of books and periodicals, according to Friends board member Chuck LeMenager.

Featured speaker will be renowned San Diego writer Laurel Corona, author of national bestselling historical novels such as “Penelope’s Daughter” and “The Four Seasons.” Her presentation is set to begin at noon.

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Laurel Corona is scheduled to speak during Authors Day at the Library. Photo Courtesy of Friends of the Ramona Library

The format this year will be a bit different than the previous two, said LeMenager. Registration, set-up and mingling among the authors will take place from 9 to 10 a.m., and doors open to the public at 10 a.m. The program will conclude with a forum at 2 p.m. on working with publishing houses, and self-publishing print books and e-books, with Laurel Corona on the panel. Local authors are invited to participate. Applications are available at www.friendsoframonalibrary.org and in the Friends bookstore inside the library at 1275 Main St. Call event chairman Michael Barker at 760-505-7409 or Chuck LeMenager 760-789-4177. n

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CDC Reports Increase in Whooping Cough Cases By Annette Williams

f you have an infant in your family, chances are the child’s pediatrician has recommended that everyone in his or her circle of care be current with their pertussis vaccination. Expectant mothers may also be advised to receive a booster shot. These precautions are being taken because the disease is on the rise in California this year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Pertussis, also known as “whooping cough,” has increased 30 percent in the state from Jan. 1 through mid-August 2014, compared to the same period in 2013. San Diego County has seen an even greater increase, with the number of confirmed cases this year more than double the state rate, the San Diego County Health and Human Services Agency reports. It is a record high for the county.

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Pertussis is a highly contagious respiratory tract infection. It may resemble an ordinary cold at first, but it can become serious or even fatal, particularly in infants, who are especially susceptible because they cannot receive the vaccine until they are about two months old. The best way to prevent it is through vaccination, the CDC says. For children, the vaccine is called “DTaP,” while adolescents and adults receive “Tdap” boosters. Both protect against whooping cough, tetanus and diphtheria. Parents of children and teens should ask their family doctor for a recommended schedule of immunizations. For adults, the Tdap booster shot is routinely administered every 10 years. Talk to your health care provider about protecting every member of your family from pertussis, no matter how young or old they may be. n

Residents of all ages came to Ramona Senior Center last month to receive a flu shot, administered by registered nurse Luanne ArangioLaw of Palomar Health. She is shown giving a vaccination to Palomar staff member Johanna Cornel. Last year, Palomar Health gave 3,522 flu vaccinations throughout North County, and the number goes up each year as people become more educated, Arangio-Law said.

Influenza is a serious disease that can lead to hospitalization and sometimes even death. With flu season gearing up, the CDC recommends a flu shot to help prevent getting and spreading the virus. North County Health Services (NCHS) has begun offering no-cost flu shots at all locations, including the Ramona clinic at 217 Earlham St. Appointments are not necessary, and walk-ins are welcome. Call 760-789-1223. n

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Cal Fire Prepares for Hot, Dry Weather The Cal Fire San Diego Unit announced it is preparing for hot and dry weather conditions and Santa Ana winds, according to Fire Captain Kendal E. Bortisser, public information officer. There will be 24-hour coverage of Cal Fire reserve apparatus and bulldozers, and San Diego County Fire Authority

water tenders. An additional air tanker will be available in Ramona in addition to the two assigned. The emergency command and control center will be staffed with additional personnel, and there will be greater Battalion Chief coverage throughout the county. n

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ON MEMORY’S BACK TRAIL Raising Turkeys in Ramona By Darrell Beck

n 1946, my father decided to raise turkeys to supplement his carpenter income. He borrowed funds from the Turkey Production Credit Association in Ramona and proceeded to build fences, shades, roosts, turkey runs, feed bins, watering systems, lay houses, brooder houses and sun porches.These were all elements necessary for prosperous turkey production. As a carpenter by trade, my father was an exacting and meticulous craftsman, so everything he built for the turkeys was precision work and made to last for a long time. The brooder houses were buildings where the young birds would live until they were large enough to be placed in the holding pens. As the young birds had a tendency to frighten, the brooder houses were built in an octagon shape, with wider corners to keep the poults from smothering as they would tend to do more often in a square brooder house. We put sand on the concrete floor of the brooder houses to collect the droppings, with removable wire floor sections that stood four inches above the sand. Metal, gas-fired brooder units set on the wire floor could be pulled to the ceiling using a pulley and cable so we could clean the brooder house floor. We installed slide doors so we could let the young birds onto sun porches, where they

could sun themselves and be fed outdoors. During the first season, 1946-47, my father began by raising 2,500 bronze-breast turkeys in three large pens on about three acres of our 10-acre property on Ash Street. Turkeys, unfortunately, do not produce a profit immediately, so my father returned to his construction jobs away from home. It became my duty to care for this flock of birds while he was away during the week. My chores included feeding, herding, moving and watching the young poults. We had a small patch of alfalfa near the well that I harvested with a scythe, hauled to the house and then chopped in a machine as a supplement to their regular diet of mash. It was common practice to place bright-colored marbles in the feed bins to entice the young birds to eat. When the day finally arrived to move the young poults from the brooders to the holding pens, neighbors and friends would arrive and help herd the birds into position so they could be caught by hand. Upon release, we noticed they would get excited by unusual noises or motions. As they got bigger, if they discovered a snake in the pen, they would form a ring around the hapless reptile and generally not let it escape alive. At nighttime, we were told it was necessary to light the roost area because they might stampede if they were to observe

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their own shadow in the eerie moonlight. Then we were told if the birds did stampede, they could smother under their own weight when trapped against the strong fences, but we never experienced that calamity. However, the first night, we were concerned because the birds were milling about and not on the roosts. After calling friends for advice, we found ourselves sitting on the roosts

the birds at least once a year. It was a day of great excitement when this occurred. My father, grandfather, neighbors and I would section off the birds in narrow runs between the pens using an ingenious fence and gate system. The birds were then slowly herded up a ramp to the catching pen. The catching pen was open on the facing side but concealed from the turkeys by a curtain of burlap sacks. The object was for the catcher (me) to carefully lift the curtain, reach in quickly and grab two legs, pull the bird out, drop the curtain, grip the wing tips together with the legs, lay the bird on a nearby table, hold out the left wing so the tip feathers could be clipped and the bird could be vaccinated in the wing. Finally, I would release the bird down the escape end of the chute.

The author’s brother, Frank Beck, surrounded by the family’s turkeys. Photo Courtesy of Darrell Beck

as we discovered the inquisitive birds would follow our lead. So who says turkeys are dumb? They already had us trained to the roost! As the turkeys began to grow, so did the feed bills. The birds had beaten the grass down in the pens to bare dirt. When winter arrived, the pens became quagmires, making it difficult to get feed out in a rainstorm, which I did with my dad’s ‘29 Ford Model A panel wagon and trailer. And contrary to popular belief, I never did observe our turkeys looking up at the rain and drowning. Although being only 13 years old, I would have liked to see that happen from time to time! During a turkey’s lifetime, it must be captured and handled many times. And they must be herded, saddled, clipped, segregated, integrated, vaccinated and, in some cases, interrogated. Yes, believe it or not, we did find it necessary to talk turkey on special occasions, as turkeys do respond to certain calls and whistles. It was vital that we vaccinate

This process sounds easy, and it did work most of the time. However, it was embarrassing when I would snatch two legs and they didn’t belong to the same bird, or fail to properly secure both wings while being soundly thrashed by the turkey’s flailing free wing. The catch pen stood at a height that placed the perplexed birds in a position directly in front of my face. It should be noted that those excited birds were not at all discreet or careful about controlling their poop. As a result of handling thousand of thrashing turkeys, I quickly learned to keep my mouth shut while handling them. It was also necessary to saddle the hens, and this required handling them again. A canvas saddle was placed on the hen’s back and tied around the breast and under the wings to prevent the tom from damaging the hen’s back during the breeding season, which was from daylight to dark, seven days a week. During breeding, the toms would strut and fuss and

gobble. They were constantly fighting, frequently seriously injuring or killing another tom. The injured losers along with “croppers,” cripples and “peewees” were separated from the main flock. When the hens were laying fertile eggs, it became time for a daily collection. The lay houses were A-shaped structures containing four low, wooden boxes that we filled with rice hulls. Here the hens entered to lay their large speckled eggs, always hiding them under the hulls. Occasionally, a “broody” hen wanting to set and hatch her eggs would pull a large clutch of eggs under her and prepare to set. It was necessary to discourage those birds by chasing them off the nest with a stick. However, after being sneak-attacked by broody hens on several occasions, I soon learned not to turn my back on them. After we collected the eggs by hand in wire baskets, they were hand-cleaned, checked for cracks and flaws, sanded for roughness, weighed, graded, crated and shipped to the buyers. The primary profit at the time was for fertile eggs for the hatcheries that produced replacement turkeys. On several occasions, my father took dressed birds to market in Los Angeles and the others were sold elsewhere after egg production ended. However, during the entire turkey venture, lasting three seasons, I don’t think we ever showed a profit. During the 1947-48 seasons. we raised another 2,500 bronze breast turkeys with the same results. During the 1948-49 seasons, he reduced the flock to 500 Holland white turkeys. During the 1949 growing season, Ramona was surprised by six inches of snow in January. This was quite rare to me, as I had never seen snow before. However, the snow didn’t excuse me from my chores. As I began to survey the pens on that very white morning, I didn’t see the turkeys! Did the snow scare them? If so, did they escape? As I rushed to the pens, I soon realized that the white turkeys were huddled in the far corner of the pen, perfectly camouflaged in the new snow! As I recall those days, it was just a necessary job, and a hard job. But I realize now that we were part of the history of Ramona, and several of those old brooder houses stood for years as mute testament to those grand times — that is, until they were destroyed by the Witch fire of 2007. n OCTOBER 9, 2014

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Fundraiser to Help Hometown Heroes

unny how a little help can go a long way, especially when it comes just in the nick of time.That’s exactly what the Relief Fund at the Ramona Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 3783 is all about. It is financial support for the unexpected expenses veterans may encounter. “It’s used to help veterans in need,” said VFW Post Surgeon Andy Mandichak, describing how situations are presented and evaluated on a case-bycase basis. Mandichak says some of the

most common needs have to do with car repairs, sudden illnesses, family emergencies, housing expenses or job losses. He says that because the expenses are so unpredictable, they need to constantly replenish the funds so that when a need occurs, assistance is available. In an effort to lend a helping hand to Ramona’s hometown heroes, Pro-Flame of Ramona has partnered with the VFW for a one-day fundraiser. Sandwiched between Patriot Day (9/11) and Veterans Day (Nov. 11), the fundraiser will

take place on Oct. 11 at the VFW, 2247 Kelly Ave. In addition to games, balloons and activities for people of all ages, hot dogs and hamburgers will be sold for $3 each, and a dunk booth will give guests the opportunity to soak VFW Post Commander Doug Scholl and Pro-Flame’s new District General Manager Rich Hadsell. “We are excited about giving back to the community and providing a fun day for the entire family,” said Hadsell, who joined Pro-Flame in 2008, and promotes safety as the

Kiwanis Club Supports EAR Kiwanis Club of Ramona President Kevin Bell presents a $500 check to Emergency Animal Rescue (EAR) representative Jan Pickton. EAR was founded in 1993 to fill the need for a 24-hour service for animal rescue. Photo by Tom Taylor

With about a dozen painted quilt blocks installed or in the works, the Julian Backcountry Quilt Trail is getting a lot of attention. A quilt trail is a driving route along which property owners have decorated their businesses, barns, outbuildings or residences with colorful, wooden quilt-like designs that may be seen from the road. While most of them are located in the Julian area, there are several blocks already installed at sites around

Ramona, and more venues are being sought. The quilt trail committee will hold a meeting Oct. 9 at 6 p.m. at Ramona Library, 1275 Main St., to offer information about the application process, block selection, costs and construction options. The local quilt trail is the first in Southern California and only the third in the state, according to the Julian Woman’s Club, which is spearheading the effort. Call 760-765-1450. n

Bill Groves, left, was honored with a Kiwanis International Lifetime Membership at Kiwanis Club of Ramona’s officer installation dinner last month. Groves has been a member for 44 years. He has served as club president for two terms, club secretary, and North County Division 37 secretary, and he has chaired each of the club’s service committees. The award was presented by close friend and fellow Kiwanian Jeff Funk, center. Groves’ wife, Mona, also pictured, has traveled with her husband all over the world to attend Kiwanis conventions. n OCTOBER 9, 2014

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time. I think everyone there, by attending, was saying, ‘Enough is enough.’” Shooters of all ages participated in certified novice training clinics that taught beginners how to operate a firearm in a

ore than 100 people came to support and celebrate Constitution Week with Assemblyman Brian Jones at his fourth-annual Second Amendment Awareness Event in Alpine last month, including between 15 and 20 Ramona residents. Jones spoke about the importance of the United States Constitution, saying, “The framers of the U.S. Constitution were very deliberate in crafting every word, including the Second Amendment. Some in

safe and controlled environment, while more intermediate and advanced shooters practiced their accuracy. Jones represents California’s 71st Assembly District, which includes Ramona. n

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Ramona resident Craig Jung participated in Jones’ Second Amendment Awareness Event. Photo Courtesy of Craig Jung

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Sales and use tax rates vary widely across California, and consumers may be unaware if they are being charged the correct amount of tax, especially for a big-ticket item such as an automobile. Buyers should generally pay the tax rate where a motor vehicle will be registered, which is usually the owner’s home address. A member of the Board of Equalization (BOE) recently uncovered the fact that the California Department of Motor Vehicles has been overcharging tax to some Californians. “The DMV has always been required to collect the right amount of tax,” said BOE Board Member George Runner, who discovered the error. “It’s vital for taxpayers to be aware of this problem so they can demand a refund if they were charged too much tax.” For example, if you bought a used car for $10,000 and the car will be registered to your home address in Ramona, you would owe $800

in tax, based upon the local sales and use tax rate of 8 percent — even if you purchased the vehicle in El Cajon, with a higher rate of 9 percent. If you purchased a vehicle from a private party, and were overcharged tax when registering with the DMV, you may request a refund from the BOE within three years from the date the tax was due. Residents who want to know if they overpaid sales or use tax when buying a car or truck should verify their local tax rate at the Board of Equalization at www.boe. ca.gov/taxrate and review their vehicle registration paperwork carefully. If you were overcharged tax by a registered vehicle dealer, you are required to request a refund from that dealer, as they are the responsible party who paid the tax on your behalf. Requests must be made in writing. Visit www.boe. ca.gov/formspubs/pub117 or call the BOE customer service center at 800400-7115. n

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Nearly 30 new works of art, including figure drawings and digital photography, were unveiled last month at Eleven Forty in Ramona, a business that doubles as the Ramona High School art gallery. RHS junior Ryanne Shults, pictured, was one of the featured artists whose work will be displayed through October. The gallery is located at 1140 Main St., Ste. 114, and is open during regular business hours. Photo by Kellen Rolling

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aren Clendenen has never forgotten her first job at 13, working as a carhop in Central California. She grew up without a lot of material things, but a can-do attitude and focus on what needs to be done helped shape her work ethic from the beginning. That outlook also influenced her son,Thad. Today, they are partners in The Clendenen Group at Century 21 Award, serving San Diego County for the past eight years. It’s a career that Thad never expected to pursue.

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pygmy goats and miniature horses in the livestock pen (pigs will come later), and see how honey is harvested from beehives. There will even be a mine shaft where visitors can pan for gold and semiprecious stones. And there’s a small trading post, too. The main building is a charming little house with brown, blue, yellow and green painted storefronts that look much like an old-time town, with signs designating the marshal’s office, general store, bank and barber shop. This is Harbour’s residence for the time being, but it will eventually be converted into a functioning mini-store for souvenirs, snacks and more. Harbour Farm is also a licensed winery and operates a licensed still, so there will be a tasting room featuring wine and homemade cheeses (yes, there will be cows coming soon, too). The vineyard currently has 2,100 vines, and there are plans to grow another 1,000. Harbour has partnered with several Ramona businesses, including the Guy B. Woodward Museum, which is loaning historic carriages and farm equipment to display on the farm to help recreate Ramona’s Western culture. And he has acquired old-fashioned mason jars from The Mason Jar and classic old lanterns from W.T. Kirkman Lanterns in Ramona

for even more authenticity. “I wanted something that would reflect the history of Ramona,” explains Harbour. “And something that would be family-friendly.” But there’s more to it than that. You see, Dave Harbour loves his son. That should be no surprise to anyone, because, to be sure, Harbour loves all three of his sons — Devlin, 17; Shea, 14; and Trent, 10. But Shea is autistic. “Statistically, only 20 percent of autistic adults are employed,” Dave explains. “Moreover, 60 percent of that 20 percent are employed in menial labor. I want Shea to have more than that. Harbour Farm will take him out of the typical closedin environment of most work situations where he doesn’t feel as comfortable and give him a place to live, learn and play on a healthy family-farm setting and acquire the skills he will need for the future.” So Harbour Farm is really a labor of love. And by the way, Harbour already has a miniature train and tender with a 10passenger rail car that will soon be operational for farm tours. Any bets that Shea is already trying on his engineer’s cap for size? Stay tuned for more information about this exciting project as it continues to evolve. In the meantime, visit www.harbourfarm.com. n

“I was raised in the business, since my mom has been selling real estate from when I was 10 years old,” recalls Thad.“Ironically, seeing her work the long hours and keep up with the intense schedule that the business demands, I always said I would never sell. Never say never!” At age 18, Karen bought her first home — one that also had a duplex on the large lot. “This duplex made the house payment, while my income could support the rest,” she says.“I learned at that time what real estate could allow you to accomplish.”

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Ramona Queen Vies for Miss Rodeo California Crown By Tiffany Pressler

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Fun in the Sun at Borrego Festival

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Ramona Rotary Club distributed dictionaries to third-graders at local elementary schools last month as part of the clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Dictionary Project. Pictured with students at Barnett Elementary School are Rotary Past President Amber Ramirez and Ramona Rotary Club President Craig Jung. Club members also distributed dictionaries at James Dukes Elementary School, Mt. Woodson Elementary School, Ramona Community School, Hanson Elementary School, Ramona Elementary School and Ramona Lutheran Christian School. Photo Courtesy of Laura Vigneau 16 Ramona Home Journal

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Remembering the Fourth Marine Raiders By Johnny McDonald

eterans Day on Nov. 11 can be a time when former servicemen reflect on the past. So many stories about so many assignments. Old soldiers, sailors and marines often attend yearly functions to reunite friendships.

“Cast in bronze, the memorial captures a brief moment, which hangs perilously in the midst of an infiltration mission,” she said. “The unit is surrounded by the humid, oppressive jungle and uneven terrain.” We see a Marine Raider holding a Browning automatic rifle, a war dog handler with his

Four davits for Higgins boats replaced torpedo tubes. Four three-inch 50s replaced fourinch guns to engage enemy aircraft. They were painted camouflage green, so the Raiders called them the Green Dragons In February 1943, I boarded one, the USS Brooks, in San

Mardie Rees unveils her sculpture, “Soul of the Forward and Faithful.” Photo courtesy of San Diego Air & Space Museum

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Diego for its future assignment with the Raiders in a mop-up operation on an island in the Pacific Ocean. It was called hazardous sea duty because three of the first four APDs were sunk off Guadalcanal by a Japanese naval armada. Eleven of the 36 converted ships were sunk or damaged beyond repair. The Marine brass was not happy with the “elite” tag given the battalion, stating that the entire corps are the elite. Yet, the Raiders obtained strong support from President Franklin D. Roosevelt, and his eldest son, Lieutenant Colonel James Roosevelt II, was an active member. Our ship’s training exercise with the Raiders was cut short because the island occupation had been secured. Instead, Admiral William “Bull” Halsey told our division commander he was sending our four-ship division to General Douglas MacArthur’s ragtag operation in New Guinea. But that’s another story. n

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early two years ago, Jason Winters, a worship pastor at Mountain View Community Church, could only hope and pray that his Kickstarter crowd-funding campaign might raise enough money allow to him to start production on a new worship album. He thought the campaign might bring in a few hundred dollars. But when his friends, family and church supporters banded together and donated, the total came to more than $4,000. “My amazing friends and family funded this project for me in less than 60 days,” said Winters. “Everyone who contributed $10 to the account will receive the new album once complete.” Winters says that this will be the first worship album he has been able to record in a recording studio. “All of the songs on this album are original songs written by me. The lyrics are centered around the theme of living for God with the power and relationship that God offers to us as Christians.” The album title “Live It Out”

comes from several passages in the Bible where God explains what he desires from people as worshipers and as his children. “We have 12 songs recorded, and we are still in the process of seeing if all will make it on the album,” Winters shared. “There is a grueling process of making sure the song themes all tie together with the album theme, so I have surrounded myself with musicians, theologians and friends who will give me constructive criticism on the songs and help me decide.” The album definitely has a rock sound. Nine of the 12 songs will feature a full drum kit, bass and lots of electric guitar. There are also three songs planned that are led on an acoustic guitar with strings in the background and focus more on an atmosphere of intimate prayer and meditation with God. “One of the songs, called ‘Rejoice In It All,’ talks about rejoicing and worshiping God — even through the hardest times of your life — while holding on to the promises that say our pain and suffering in this world is not meaningless. Instead, it is meant to mold us

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A Pet-Friendly Home for Fall

hen summer turns to fall, not only do the seasons change, so do the needs of our beloved pets. As important as it is to guarantee pet safety in the summer heat, it is crucial to note that cooler weather also brings health and wellness risks. Dr. Mitsie Vargas, a veterinarian with the American Veterinarian Medical Association, provides seasonal pet tips that can improve wellness of your pets this season. • New objects in the home. Fall means back to school, which also means new items appear in the house. Treat pets like curious toddlers and place harmful objects out of reach. • Nutritional needs. Talk to your veterinarian about your pet’s specific nutritional needs as the temperature drops. Outdoor pets, for example, may need to eat more than indoor pets in order to generate enough body heat to remain warm. • Physical activity. As the weather becomes colder and pets need more of their energy to remain warm, it is sometimes necessary to cut back on your

pet’s physical activity. • Early detection. Summer is a great opportunity for pets to be outdoors, and with outdoor exploration comes exposure to bacteria and diseases. These diseases may not appear in pets right away, so taking precaution at the start of the new season is advised. With Halloween quickly approaching, the AVMA suggests ways to ensure a happy and safe holiday for your pet. • Put away holiday food and candy. One of the main challenges of this time of year is the excess of food in the home. Be sure to keep people food and treats in places that cannot be accessed by your pets,

sespecially toxic items that may contain chocolate, xylitol, grapes, raisins and onions. • Avoid hazardous decorations. Seasonal home decorations, such as candles and potpourri, may attract the attention of a curious pet. Owners should take care that pets are not left alone in decorated rooms. • Take care around house guests. Festive occasions draw family and friends, but some pets get scared or excited around a large group of new faces. For safety’s sake, consider placing pets in a separate room. Help every member of the family safely enjoy the fall season, including your pets. n

Ramona Events A service for nonprofit organizations, brought to you by Ramona Home Journal. October 9-26 9: Backcountry Quilt Trail Meeting at 6 pm at Ramona Library, 1275 Main St. 760-765-1450 9: Shop Old Town Ramona Businesses Many are open to 8 pm Thursdays through Dec. 18. 10: KUSI at Ramona High School filming at 5 am to air later in the broadcast. 760-787-4000 10: Ramona Woman’s Club Wine Tasting at 6 pm at 524 Main St. $25. www.ramonawomansclub.org 10: Ramona Pregnancy Care Clinic Banquet at 7 pm at Mountain View Community Church, 1191 Meadowlark Wy. RSVP 760-789-7059 11: Dos Picos ‘Haunted Trail Hikes’ from 6:30-8:30 at 17953 Dos Picos Park Rd. 619920-7151 15: Ramona Art Guild Demonstration Meeting at 7 pm at Ramona Library, 1275 Main St. 760-787-1962 www.ramonaartguild.org. 16: Ramona High School Coming Home Carnival from 5-9 pm at 1401 Hanson Ln. 16: Shop Old Town Ramona Businesses (See Oct. 9 entry) 17: Ramona Chamber Friday Mixer at 6 pm at Ramona Disposal, 324 Maple Street. 760789-1311 17: Opening Night: ‘Johnny Brooke: A Ghost Story’ at 7:30 pm BBS Playhouse, 321 12th

St. Continues Oct. 18, 24, 25 and 26. 760-7840856 17: RHS Homecoming Football Game at 1401 Hanson Ln. 18: RHS Homecoming Dance from 7-10 pm at 1401 Hanson Ln. 18: Garden Club Fall Plant Sale from 9-3 at Tractor Supply Co., 203 Hunter St. 760-7898774 www.ramonagardenclub.com 17-18: Back Country Quilters Quilt Show from 10-4 at Mountain View Community Church, 1191 Meadowlark Wy. 18: Fire Station Open House from 10-2 at Station 80, 829 San Vicente Rd. 760-789-8914 18: Dos Picos ‘Haunted Trail Hikes’ (See Oct. 11 entry) 23: Shop Old Town Ramona Businesses (See Oct. 9 entry) 25: Ramona Library Authors Day from 10-2 at 1275 Main St. 25: Yellow Ribbon Suicide Prevention Walk from 4-7 pm at Ramona High School, 1401 Hanson Ln. All Month: Free Flu Shots at North County Health Services, 217 Earlham St. No appointment needed. 760-789-1223

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Foundation Honors Grant Recipients

he Ramona Community Foundation awarded more than $29,000 in grants on Oct. 2 to nine selected programs and nonprofit organizations located in and serving the Ramona community. North County Health Services received a grant for $1,500 to grow the Ramona Community Health Fair by promoting the event, providing incentives to community members and garnering additional community support. Ramona West End Fire Safe Council received a $1,500 grant to fund Wildland Urban Interface Training for community members to better prepare themselves and their homes and properties in the event of a wildfire. Write Out Loud Ramona received a grant of $2,100 to launch a new community-based initiative that will offer free, age-appropriate storytelling programs that combine the art of storytelling by a professional actor with post-performance discussion about the stories, their themes, and how the readings relate to their individual lives and to the community. Ramona Chamber of Commerce received a $2,500 grant for The Table: A Community Collaboration, a project in which the Chamber will take the lead in setting “The Table” by organizing, inviting attendees and setting an agenda that focuses on economic and cultural revitalization. The Chamber will chair a roundtable of representatives from business, nonprofit and Ramona-based stakeholder

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RCF Chair Wes Brustad and Simone McCune, Boys & Girls Club of Greater Photos by Carol Kinney San Diego.

Gina Taylor and Christine Barton, The Fund for Animals Wildlife Center.

organizations. Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego’s Carrying the Torch program received a grant of $3,000 to engage young members of the Torch Club with local senior residents. The goal is to provide an opportunity for young

Bob Argyelan and Charlotte Jensen, Ramona Chamber of Commerce, and RCF Board Member Paul Zawilenski.

people to learn about the rich history and life experiences of older members of the community and give them an opportunity to share their stories through personalized storybooks. The Fund for Animals Wildlife Center’s Outreach Community Education Volunteer Program received a grant of $3,100 to cultivate broader public awareness of the organization by developing a core of trained spokespeople for community outreach events and increase its volunteer base by 20 percent. Ramona H.E.A.R.T. Mural Project received a $4,000 grant organize a community group with Ramona Tree Trust and the San Dieguito River Valley to produce a mural at 2405 Main St., depicting the historic eucalyptus tree colonnade, grasslands and the Coast to Crest Trail. The Burn Institute received a grant of $4,500 for fire and burn prevention education to assist the community in preparing for wildfires, providing education to children about fire safety, and installing smoke alarms in the homes of seniors. Disadvantaged Youth Alliance received a $7,000 grant for an educational empowerment initiative to give disadvantaged students professional guidance through the entire college application process, including personal financial aid and scholarship assistance. Students, who will be identified by school counselors, will participate in extensive career assessment to help them identify their strengths and major of study. “This special evening was a chance for our members to celebrate awarding close to $85,000 to our community in a mere three years, while also building an endowment that will support emerging Ramona needs in perpetuity,” said Wes Brustad, RCF Chair. “It was also an opportunity for all of those who love Ramona to learn more about the Community Foundation and what it means to give back right here in our own community.” Ramona Community Foundation was founded by community leaders in 2009. Grant-making decisions are made by Ramona residents who pool their resources to make a lasting impact on the community. Two charitable funds were created to serve the community through the RCF — one for immediate grant-making, and another as an endowment to serve local needs in perpetuity. Additionally, the Matt McLaughlin Legacy Fund at The San Diego Foundation matches the grant-making donations of each member. Visit www.ramonacommunity foundation.org.n

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Salerno Winery Reopens to Fanfare

erman and Rose Salerno reopened the newly renovated Salerno Winery last month, celebrating with an exclusive wine tasting and dinner. It is part of their partnership with businessman Jaime Chaljon, who installed his collection of sculptures from worldrenowned artists on the grounds. In addition to a selection of awardwinning wines, the vineyard boasts remodeled tasting and dining areas, streams, waterfalls, and floral pathways through the sculptures, along with presentations of classical opera. Prior to establishing the winery, opera singer Herman Salerno graced stages in Philadelphia, Los Angeles and New York. He and a group of fellow singers often entertained his guests at an Italian restaurant he owned in San Diego. In 1998, the Salernos brought their 23 years of making wine to the Ramona valley, with a dream of establishing a world-class winery. By 2005, using traditional Italian methods, the Salernos earned an international medal for their first wines. Salerno is considered one of the top boutique wineries in California after earning more than 65 local, national and international awards. n

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Specializing in Residential Glasswork • Free Estimates • Garbage Disposals • Toilets • Water Heaters • Water, Gas & Sewer Repairs • Pressure Regulators • Tankless Water Heaters • Faucets • Leak Detection

C. Dalton

FLOORING

LET US TAKE CARE OF ALL YOUR GLASS & SCREENING NEEDS

222 9th Street • Ramona

Mr. Ron’s

Appliance Repair The Appliance Experts!

License # 43249

Senior, Single Parent & Military Discounts Locally Owned & Operated

760-788-8481

mrronsappliancerepair.com

760-310-9937

“We Do It All” Over 30 Years Experience Family Owned & Operated Bonded & Insured

Julian, CA 92036 Craigheyer@yahoo.com License # B839759

MR. FIXIT General Contractor

Home Repair Specialist

760-788-8185 INSURED • LIC. #843164

“Uncompromising Personalized Service”

Eme rg Lo ency Se ck Availrvice able

No Job Too Small!

Interior • Exterior • Cabinet Restoration Power Washing • Stucco Repair Local References Upon Request

760-789-4189

850 Main St., Suite 107, Ramona

Call John 760-789-2451 Licence # 867752

Ken Sweitzer Sales Manager Powerland equiPment, inc. 27943 Valley Center Rd. • Valley Center, CA 92082 Mobile: 760-497-0951 • Toll Free: 1-800-33-MOWER ken@powerlandequipment.com

• Irrigation • Rockscape • Tree Removal • Retaining Wall • Clean-up • Concrete Cuts • Demolition • Concrete Jobs • Small and Large Jobs • Maintenance Service

Barrett Cabinetworks Serving All San Diego County

• Residential and Commercial • Laminate Cabinetry and Counters

With Foresight Comes Peace of Mind

Sean Kinney

Certified Home Inspector

858-335-5350

(808) 852-7769

760-788-6474 Fax 25485 Rancho Barona Rd. • Ramona Barrettcabs@gmail.com License #908015

kinney.inspections@gmail.com

Lawn Maintenance Yard Cleanups Light Hauling

www.foresightbuildinginspection.com

and

Heating

“Keeping North County Cool”

Cell 760-703-9556 Fax 760 -787-1939

Joe B. Electric 445-0649

joseph.briggs09@gmail.com

Remodels • Trouble Calls New Construction • Backup Generators

Classic Cooling and

• Irrigation • Rockscape • Tree Removal • Retaining Wall • Clean-up • Concrete Cuts • Demolition North County Cool” • Concrete Jobs • Small and Large Jobs FREE • Maintenance Service

Heating

“Keeping

ESTIMATES! 760-315-5402

Lowest Prices in Town! Trip & Diagnostic Fee Waived w/ Service!

Call Us Today! 760-522-1884

Discounts Available for Repairs, New Installation & Referrals.

www.classiccoolingandheating.com Butch Rendek , HVAC Specialist

Ramona Resident

License # 973613

760-788-3816 NEW CONSTRUCTION • Remodels • Custom Designs • Consulting Designs • Owner/Builder Packages • All Inclusive Pricing

Ca Lic-992366

Discounts Available for Repairs, New Installation & Referrals.

www.classiccoolingandheating.com Butch Rendek , HVAC Specialist

Ramona Resident

License # 973613

COMPLETE POOL & SPA SERVICE • Powerwashing Pool Decks, Patios & Walkways • Vacation & Storm Cleanups • Tile Cleaning/Calcium Removal

EXPERIENCE • HONEST • RELIABLE FREE ESTIMATES • FREE ENERGY AUDITS ON YOUR POOL

Customer Service is Our #1 Goal! Lic.# C53-846216

Ca Lic-992366

FREE ESTIMATES!

Lic# 988441

Your General Contracting Solution

760-315-5402

Se Habla Español

Classic Cooling

Sam’s Mowing

760

760 789-4320

FREE Service Call with Repair

Hardwood • Laminate • Tile • Carpet • Vinyl

FINANCING Tues - Sat: 10am - 5pm Lic# 659595 AVAILABLE 2405 Main St., #6 • 760-428-9600 GoGetFloors.com

Craig Heyer

Lic. No 713606

John Raymond Painting Contractor

Your “789” Locksmith Local Owned . . . Local Operated

Construction • Remodels Home Maintenance Property Caretaking

www.cbpools.net

Lic. #415453

The Only Full Service Water Treatment Company in Ramona!

Lic. #4154

GOT PROBLEM WATER? For over 35 years our dad has been taking care of Ramona’s water problems, big or small. Call our dad today and eliminate the problems!

Bad Taste, Nitrates, Hard Water, Iron. . . NO PROBLEM! Call Bert Huff Residential • Commercial • Drinking Water • Water Softeners WE REPAIR ALL MAKES & MODELS

Personal, Professional Service Since 1977 Locally Owned and Operated

760.789.5010

www.haguewatersandiego.com

CONTRACTOR LICENSE — California law requires that contractors taking jobs that total $500 or more (labor and/or materials) be licensed by the Contractors State License Board. Check contractors’ license status at www.cslb.ca.gov. Business and Professions Code section 7030.5 says that licensed contractors are required to include their license numbers in (a) all construction contracts; (b) subcontracts and calls for bid; and (c) all forms of advertising, as prescribed by the registrar of contractors. OCTOBER 9, 2014

The Servi Trea Com Ram

Ramona Home JournaL 23

Residen

OCTOBER SAVINGS! Prices Good Through October 31, 2014 ALL SALE PRICES ARE WITH ACE REWARDS MEMBERS CARD AND INSTANT SAVINGS REBATE

Trash Cans $17.99

With $4.00 Rebate

FINAL PRICE $13.99

71820

SALE $49.99

Instant Savings $10.00

FINAL $39.99

TORO Rake & Vac

3414752

Instant Savings $3.00

1207133

DID YOU KNOW WE RENT: • Step Ladders • Chain Saws • Sawzalls • Belt Sanders • Grinders • Heat Guns • Hand Trucks • Miter Saws • Tile Saws • Battery Chargers • Worm Saws • Drill Hammers • Table Saws • Extension Ladders • Horse Clippers • Compressors • Paint Sprayers • Shop Vacs • Wheelbarrows • Extension Cords • Post Hole Diggers • Pressure Washers And More!

SALE $11.99

Instant Savings $2.00

FINAL $9.99

3461878

SALE $5.99

12” Outdoor Angler Broom

FINAL $2.99

38w Halogen Indoor/Outdoor Floodlight

SALE $5.99

Instant Savings $3.00

FINAL $2.99

90w Halogen Indoor/Outdoor Floodlight

71102

7131451

5612742 10540

SALE $14.99

With $2.00 Rebate

FINAL PRICE $12.99

SALE $149.99

Instant Savings $20.00

5317864

Craftsman Garage Door Opener

Instant Savings $5.00

FINAL $129.99

71162

SALE $19.99

FINAL $14.99

4565594

First Alert Carbon Monoxide Alarm

24” Indoor/ Outdoor Pushbroom

SALE $38.99

With $4.00 Rebate

FINALPRICE $34.99

4314092

SALE $8.99

Log Rack

Instant Savings $3.00

FINAL $5.99

8208233

Drano Max Gel

SALE $11.99

Pumpkin Patch Coming Soon!

With $3.00 Rebate 7174527

SALE $18.99

FINAL PRICE $8.99

PEAK Anti-Freeze

Instant Savings $2.00

Oct. 3 - Oct. 31 Halloween Treats

FINAL $16.99

Winterizer Weed and Feed 16 Lbs.

KNOWLEDGEABLE AND FRIENDLY ADVICE FROM ACE EXPERTS!

Mon-Fri: 8 a.m.-7 p.m. • Sat: 8 a.m.-6 p.m. • Sun: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Ace Hardware of Ramona

760-440-3380 • 23642 San Vicente Road • Ramona

(At the corner of Gunn Stage Rd. & San Vicente Rd.)

Ace stores are independently owned and operated; offers and/or Ace Rewards® benefits are available only at participating stores. The prices in this advertisement are suggested by Ace Hardware Corporation, Oak Brook, IL. Product selection/color, sale items, prices and quantities may vary by store. This advertisement may also contain clearance and closeout items and items at Ace everyday low prices. Red Hot Buys listed in the advertisement will extend through the end of the month. Instant Savings or mail-in savings listed in this advertisement are valid from October 1, 2014, through October 31, 2014. Cannot redeem Instant Savings and mail-in savings on same products. Some items may require assembly. Return and “rain check” policies vary by store; please see your Ace store for details. Product selection and prices at acehardware.com vary from those in this advertisement. Ace is not responsible for printing or typographical errors. Prices are valid through October 31, 2014, while supplies last.

24 Ramona Home Journal

OCTOBER 9, 2014