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Welcome to Issue Number Three!

all has arrived… time for apple picking, pumpkin carving and watching the leaves change color. The cooler weather also brings new fashions, football games, and the

return of our favorite television shows. However, the best thing about fall 2015, is issue number three of Priority Girl Magazine! This is our most spectacular issue yet! We have been working extremely hard to make sure OUR magazine is YOUR magazine! It’s so important that we work together and stand united as PRIORITY GIRLS. Our commitment to helping you build a strong foundation around the main principles of being a Priority Girl is our driving motivation. We believe in your desire to obtain certain goals within the areas of academics, family, community and the world around you. Priority Girl Magazine knows the importance of reaching your goals, just remember to make time for fun… and with Halloween… maybe a little candy too! – Corine Hampton, Founder

Meet Our Staff... Corine Hampton

Victoria Craw

Corine is the brains behind Priority Girl. Founder, President, and allaround magazine guru. She is never far away from her best pal, Lurchie – the British Bulldog!

Victoria is a TV producer and writer. She is either in the newsroom or at the ice rink – and she probably has a book in her hands in between.

Jeremy Barron

Tami Benedict

Jeremy loves to write and to play sports. Based in the UK, he is more used to the rain of England than the sunny beaches of San Diego! He is Priority Girl’s Editor.

Tami has a personality that is a mixture of carefree and driven. Her passions include Disneyland and the SF Giants.

Alex Green

William Poole

Alex is a writer, programmer, and bad surfer. You can follow him on Instagram at @al_green13.

Will is a writer and professional actor from Seattle who loves sports, cooking and traveling any time he can.

Cheryl Walker

Joanne Anderson

Cheryl is a writer and ghostwriter in the San Diego area and a recent alumni of the Fulbright Program in Germany.

Joanne is a freelance writer and author who spends much of her spare time with her horses, Noble and Liberty. Find her at www.jmawriter.com

Rhona Reid

Ann Moreno

Steel City writer from the UK, Rhona is an optimist, surfer, grower of vegetables and caretaker of her children’s dreams.

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Ann has lived in sunny Southern California all of her life. She has a variety of experience in Information Technology. She enjoys knitting and crocheting.

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CONTESTS Artwork

30 Have your art printed in the magazine

STEM Girl Contest

35 WIN! 4 tickets to visit Reuben H Fleet Science Museum!

COLUMNS

Cover Contest

Health

Be our next Priority Cover Girl!

Freeze Frame

Squash - the fall comfort food

36 Allergies: wheat, gluten and celiac - what’s the difference?

Snap! See your ‘life’ photos

Athlete Spotlight

Jennifer Bermingham - Pro Golfer!

Sport

8 Super Chargers - the upcoming football season

10 Welcoming the Gulls - San Diego’s newest hockey team

Fitness

5 reasons to walk

Pets Rule

Dogs!

Art

28 Meet Pablo Picasso - one of the greatest artists of the 20th Century

Career Spotlight

38 Brains and biology - let Dr Louann Brizendine untangle your mind!

Games & Puzzles 41 50 80

Sudoku Word Search Answers

Success Story

42 From homelessness to international stardom - the incredible journey of Inocente Izucar

Photography

44 Your life thru a lens!

Fashion

Environment

62 Switching off Earth’s lights

Beauty

64 Glimmer and shimmer - light up your look

Tech Corner

66 Old school apps ‘n cameras

Gamer

68 Goat, Mario and Animal Crossing Top 5 games of the month

Money Matters

70 Spending - how to make friends with money

Arts ‘n Crafts

Creepy crafts for Halloween

Recipes

74 Macabre mummies, banana ghosts and eyeball soup Halloween delicacies!

Auto-Girl

Winterizing your wheels

Events

What’s happening in San Diego

Inspiration

Motivational Quotes

Matching your mood

Movies

60 Enough to give you Goosebumps latest film releases

Games & Puzzles PAGES 41 & 50

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FEATURES Fall Reading

Top 5 books to read

PUBLISHER

Corine Hampton corine.hampton@prioritygirlmagazine.com EDITOR

Charities

Jeremy Barron

16 Too cute! Helping out the animals at San Diego Humane Society

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Animals in the Wild

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20 Mammals of San Diego

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Colleges

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24 California’s top ten

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History

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Tami Benedict

32 The Kumeyaay - the first people to call San Diego ‘home’

Victoria Craw

STEM

Alex Green

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38 Exploring the Reuben H. Fleet Science Museum

William Poole william.poole@prioritygirlmagazine.com

Alien’s Guide to the Human Boy

46 Clothes - why he smells like he does

Friends

48 What makes a good friend?

Halloween Dress-up

Rhona Reid rhona.reid@prioritygirlmagazine.com

Cheryl Walker cheryl.walker@prioritygirlmagazine.com

DIR ECTOR S OF SOCI A L MEDI A

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Ann Moreno ann.moreno@prioritygirlmagazine.com

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Halloween Etiquette

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ON THE COVER This issue’s Priority Girl Hillari Hampton is a native of San Diego. She is a singer, drummer and a 3-time league bowling champion. When she isn’t singing, drumming or at the alley, she enjoys reading and playing with her bulldog puppy.

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H E A LT H BY CHERYL WALKER

Squash

The Fall Comfort Food

all is here, and while we may not get a drastic change in colorful foliage like the rest of the country, we do get an exciting change in our produce: Pumpkins and pumpkin spice-everything are again here in abundance! Pumpkin drinks, breads and pies already surround us each year with the iconic taste of fall, reminding us that the holiday season is approaching. Here are four more reasons to get you excited about pumpkin season, and prepare you to branch out to the other squash autumn brings your way.

1. The Snack within a Snack

What are squash? Squash are those big seasonal fruits that many people class as vegetables. They usually have a tough outer skin with a fleshy inside. Here are a few: • Pumpkin

Any time you bake/cook with squash, scoop out and clean the seeds! You can get a nice boost of protein and minerals if you bake and season them. One ounce of squash seeds has seven grams of protein!

• Butternut squash

2. Protect Your Eyes

• Spaghetti squash

Squash have a huge amount of beta carotene, the building-block for vitamin A and protector of our eyes! In carrots, beta carotene is what provides that bright orange color, so you can judge the amount of beta carotene in a squash from its vibrancy, too.

• Acorn squash • Zucchini

3. Fight Inflammation At the core of almost all disease is inflammation, and the inflammation-tamers in squash can help fight it better than almost anything else. It’s a super-food that’s packed with goodness – thanks to its omega-3 content, carotenoids, and unique anti-inflammatories called homogalacturonan (say that five times fast!), squash are anti-inflammatory powerhouses!

4. Savory & Sweet Perhaps the best reason to eat squash is that it tastes great both as a meal and as a sweet treat: Chopped and sautéed with onions and some greens, squash can add a meaty component to dinners and salads without any animal products. But, play up the ‘roasty’ sweetness in a squash and combine it with classic fall spices like nutmeg and cinnamon, and you get a dreamy dessert that’s comforting, satisfying and delicious!

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Try This Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte Skip the drive-through and make your own pumpkin spice latte. All you need is: – Canned pumpkin puree – Warm milk – Cinnamon + nutmeg (or pumpkin pie spice) – A hint of lemon – Decaf coffee (or regular if you’re feeling crazy!) Mix it all together to create a Halloween latte with a difference!

Healthy Spaghetti Pasta is great every once in a while, especially around Halloween. Give your spaghetti an upgrade by swapping your pasta noodles for baked spaghetti squash: it comes out in noodle-like strands (really!) and it tastes amazing.

Did You Know? Squash are some of the oldest cultivated crops on earth: Evidence from archaeologists prove that they were being grown over 10,000 years ago in Mesoamerica (known today as Central America)!

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AT H LE TE

S P O T L IG H T

BY CHERYL WALKER

JENNIFER BERMINGHAM

Swinging for Success A competitive golfer teaching girls how to thrive in her sport

orn and raised in sunny Long Beach, California, Jennifer Bermingham is a competitive golfer as well as a premier golf coach. As a teacher, Jennifer focuses on having fun; her passion is to share her love of the game with the next generation of young golfers. But when it comes to tournament time and swinging those clubs for herself, she’s never lost that competitive edge! We talked to Jennifer about the sport she loves and how she is helping young children to explore the game with life lessons as they pertain to the course.

Why golf? I have played golf since I was 9 years old and I loved it from the very beginning. I still have the same passion for golf today that I did when I was a girl. What really hooked me as a kid was that golf was the first sport that I was able to beat my competitive older brother at!

What’s so good about golf? There are no referees in golf, so the honesty and character of

the athletes are very important to keep the game clean. I teach my students that it is more important to be a great person before a great golfer, because there is so much more honor and respect in the game, compared to other sports. In golf, you play against the golf course and not against other people. So it allows for a different mentality than other sports.

What has golf done for you? Golf is what got me a full scholarship to UC Riverside, which I am very grateful for. It has allowed me to travel across the country and meet a diverse group of people. I really can’t imagine my life without golf, and I am very lucky to be at the course almost every day. Golf teaches me and my students so many life skills, and I think the best part of the game is the way you learn how to deal with adversity in a confined and safe environment. There are consequences of a bad score, of course, but it isn’t life or death. You learn a lot about yourself through golf, which makes it a great thing for both junior and adult players.

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What’s your biggest accomplishment? I won quite a few college and amateur tournaments, but my biggest accomplishment is that I have qualified for the 2016 KPMG PGA Championship (next June in Seattle), which is one of the major championships on LPGA (Ladies Professional Golf Association). It will be an awesome opportunity for me to play against the best players in the world!

What next? Right now, I have the best of both worlds: I still compete at a high level and I have a successful teaching business that allows me to make a difference in my students’ golf game. I want to continue to grow the game of golf by inspiring more people (especially young girls!) to play the game, either with my golf clubs - or my golf lessons!

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S P O RTS CHARGERS’ SEASON OUTLOOK

San Diego Super

Chargers! The Chargers opened the 2015 Season on September 13th against the Detroit Lions. The Chargers won but had a difficult road schedule throughout the month of September and will open October with a 1 and 2 record. October will be a good test of their skills on their home field. B Y W I L L I A M P O O L E TOUGH ROAD AHEAD IN 2015

THE ROOKIE STAR

an Diego won nine games last year, but they didn’t make the playoffs. In 2015, the Chargers are motivated to improve their performances and give the fans some extra football games in January 2016. However, wins won’t come easily. This season, San Diego play eight games at home and eight games away from the city and they have to play their rivals, the Denver Broncos, twice! If the boys with the bolts on their helmets are going to win more than nine games this year, they will need great play from their star players. So, who are the Chargers’ key footballers?

Melvin Gordon (Running Back, #28)

The Old, the New, the Rookie OLDIES BUT GOODIES

Philip Rivers (Quarterback, #17) He’s the captain of the offense and beginning his 12th year with the Chargers! And Rivers is just as athletic as he is loyal. Last year, he threw the football over 4,000 yards. That’s almost 2.5 miles!

He was a superstar in college and the pressure is on for him to succeed in the NFL. The Chargers picked Gordon in the 2015 NFL Draft with their first pick, because they trust the youngster to work hard and play even harder.

HOPES FOR THE YEAR The Chargers are good enough to win 10 games - if they can avoid getting hurt. They have the right mix of leadership and young talent to challenge the Denver Broncos for the division title. But they need your support! Cheer for the Chargers in 2015 and Supercharge San Diego!

Listen for yourself!

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Eric Weddle (Free Safety, #32) This fireball is the captain of the defence and the most feared tackler on the field. He’s only a young player, but highly respected by his teammates. The Chargers will rely on him to stop their opponents’ best players.

THE NEW GUY

Stevie Johnson (Wide Receiver, #11) Steven is a talented, fast receiver who is just starting his career with the Chargers. He came to San Diego from the Buffalo Bills and will be Philip Rivers’ favorite new target to throw to. I bet he will enjoy the sunshine too!

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Did you know? Jen Welter became the first woman to coach in the NFL this year when she debuted with the Arizona Cardinals. Who said football isn’t for girls?!

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S P O RTS GIVING HOCKEY A HAND

BY VICTORIA CRAW

W E L C O M I N G

T H E

San Diego Gulls There’s a new team in town and it’s pretty cool!

he San Diego Gulls hockey team kicks off its first season in 2015-2016. The first puck drops against the Grand Rapids on October 10 at 7:05pm at the Valley View Casino Center. That’s where the team will play their 34 home games for the season. The Gulls are part of the American Hockey League (AHL), which is considered minor league hockey. It is one step away from the big time: the National Hockey League (NHL). The Gulls are part of the AHL Pacific League, which is made up of seven teams. The Anaheim Ducks from the NHL have taken the Gulls under their wing as their ‘farm team’. That means players on the Gulls will have a chance to play with the Ducks if they do really well.

WATCHING Going to hockey games can be a fun – and loud - experience. It’s a fast moving sport that usually brings out lots of passionate fans. The players whiz across the icy surface as the puck flies around. Sometimes, the puck smashes into the glass right before your eyes, but don’t worry: you’re safe. There are nets and strong windows surrounding the rink so that the puck doesn’t break through and reach the fans. A goal horn buzzes each time a player scores and the crowds cheer wildly for their team. If you ever thought baseball was too slow and boring to watch, then the fast paced excitement of hockey may be just for you!

Buying Tickets You can buy single-game or multi-game tickets online at www.sandiegogulls.com or by calling 619-359-4730 or emailing tickets@sandiegogulls.com

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UPCOMING HOME GAMES THE GAME

For the complete schedule, head to www.sandiegogulls.com Grand Rapids – October 10 at 7:05 p.m. Bakersfield – October 16 at 7:05 p.m. Stockton – October 30 at 7:05 p.m. / October 31 at 5:35 p.m. San Antonio – November 3 at 7:05 p.m. Bakersfield – November 11 at 7:05 p.m. San Jose – November 13 at 7:05 p.m. / November 14 at 7:05 p.m.

Hockey is made up of three periods. The team that scores the most goals in a game wins. But it’s not always that simple! In the AHL, if the score is tied at the end of three periods, the teams go into sudden death. This means the teams play against each other for a set period of time and the first team to score, wins. If there’s still no winner after sudden death, then it goes to a shoot-out. Each team will have the same number of chances to try to shoot a goal against the goalie. If there’s still no winner after that, then the teams go back to sudden death until someone scores.

HOW TO GET STARTED If you’d rather play than watch, it’s pretty easy to get involved. You don’t need your own skates or equipment to get started. Most rinks offer a hockey skate rental for public skating or for lessons. Call the local rinks in your area to see if they offer a Learn to Skate class for hockey. In these types of classes, you’ll learn how to move with hockey skates but you won’t use any equipment. Some rinks also offer Learn to Play programs, where you learn how to skate with sticks and pucks. Your local NHL team may also offer clinics or lessons for beginners. For example, the Anaheim Ducks offer a Learn to Play Program at several rinks in the area. You’ll get the chance to wear full-equipment and learn the basics of the game. Before you buy your own pair of hockey skates, try a Learn to Skate class to make sure that you like it and want to commit.

BETTER THAN EVER Nowadays, there are teams just for girls and women. Local rinks and even some high schools have travel teams for girls. Women in college are earning scholarships to play for their university as well. 2015 marked the first year of the National Women’s Hockey League. It currently includes four teams on the East Coast. CHECK OUT THESE WEBSITES The world of women’s hockey FOR MORE INFO ABOUT HOCKEY has grown over the past decade. AND THE SD GULLS: Whether you want to watch a game from time to time or www.sandiegogulls.com join a team, there are many www.usahockey.com ways to get involved in this ‘cool’ sport. www.comeplayyouthhockey.com

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F IT N E S S BY RHONA REID

F I V E

R E A S O N S

Walk W

hatever your fitness level, the natural terrain in San Diego varies from gentle foothills to mountains - from the 600,000 acre Anza-Borrego Desert State Park in the east, to the 70 miles of coastline along the west… this is some world-class hiking territory!

THESE BOOTS ARE MADE FOR WALKING The great thing about walking is that – health and mobility permitting – you can just go and do it. The special equipment is minimal, but you do need to make sure that you invest in some decent footwear if you are planning on covering a lot of distance. And you don’t have to go anywhere ‘special’ – a walk around your neighborhood can be just as good as hiking a mountain track! Ok, let’s get to grips with it - what’s so good about walking?

1. Free Fitness! It doesn’t cost a cent! We all love a bargain, and what could be better than improving our wellbeing, health and mood for the grand total of nothing? You can invest in a decent backpack, a pair of shorts and a sporty top if you like, but you don’t have to… And because walking is easy to do compared to other fitness pursuits, you are more likely to keep doing it.

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Whether you’re a keen walker already, or it’s something you want to become more involved with, San Diego County is fantastic!

2. Hike Your Way To Health! It’s great for your overall health. Not just your general fitness levels either - walking improves your blood sugar stability, your bone density and impacts positively on the general health of your heart! Win-win!

3. Stride Away The Stress There are few things as stress-busting as striding out, breathing deeply and setting yourself a comfortable pace. You can switch on the headphones if you like, or just take some time to listen to the world around you. Whatever works for you! Find the zone that helps you unwind, and feel the stress melt away with each step. An added benefit that also enhances your mental health is that walking can help you sleep more easily and deeply; less stress, happier sleep. Sound good?

4. A Walking Party It’s as sociable as you want it to be. You can go walking with a group of friends, or maybe just you and your bestie. Make sure someone knows your route, stick to it, and make sure you have the basics with you, like water and a charged phone - even if you’re treading a well-used path.

5. The Great Outdoors San Diego is a beautiful place to live, and there’s some spectacular scenery and wildlife to engage with. You can see more on foot than from a car window, and the best way to experience something is to immerse yourself in it and take to the trail!

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The San Diego Hikers Association have some great

routes for you to try, all classified as Green, Blue or Red, depending on your level of experience and fitness. Take a look at their website and find out about the Ten Best Hikes in San Diego: www.sandiegohikers.com

Circulate San Diego is

an organization that focuses on schools and community-walking in urban areas, encouraging more walkable and ‘bikeable’ neighborhoods. They have some great ideas to increase the amount of walking in your life, no matter where you live. Check out their website for more info: www.circulatesd.org/ about-us/what-we-do

Pace with a pooch Why not help out your parents or neighbor by asking to walk the dog? Great exercise, and the dog will love you forever! Who knows - you may even earn some extra pocket money!

“Walking: the most ancient exercise and still the best modern exercise.” – Carrie Latet, poet

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top five

Books for fall

1 Pretending to be Erica BY MICHELLE PAINCHAUD

Seventeen-year-old Violet’s entire life has revolved around one thing: becoming Erica Silverman, an heiress kidnapped at age five and never seen again. Violet’s father, the best con man in Las Vegas, has a plan, chilling in its very specific precision. Violet shares a blood type with Erica; soon, thanks to surgery and blackmail, she has the same face, body, and DNA. She knows every detail of the Silvermans’ lives, as well as the PTSD she will have to fake around them. And then, when the time is right, she “reappears”—Erica Silverman, brought home by some kind of miracle.

Our top five books of the fall are a mixture of books about feeling good and working hard, and stories of love, trust, secrets and journeys… BY THE PRIORITY GIRL BOOKWORM

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3 The Fixer BY JENNIFER LYNN BARNES

2 The Boy Most Likely To BY HUNTER FITZPATRICK

Fitzpatrick returns to the theme of opposites uniting in this heartfelt companion to My Life Next Door (2012), which revisits the large, boisterous Garrett family. When the story begins, eldest daughter Alice is overwhelmed by the responsibilities of working at her parents’ hardware store, chauffeuring her siblings around town, and tackling the family’s mounting bills while her father is in the hospital. She cannot help but be irritated when her brother’s screw-up buddy, Tim, gets kicked out of his house and usurps her one place of refuge, the apartment above the garage. Tim appears to be turning over a new leaf, but when the serious consequences of Tim’s wild days come crashing down, it threatens to compromise Tim’s plans for the future and destroy his blossoming romance with Alice. The well-defined characters, splashes of humor, and emotional entanglements of Fitzpatrick’s previous works reappear in full force in this contemporary romance. Not every conflict gets resolved, but readers will sense that the Garretts and newcomer Tim will surpass their obstacles and thrive.

Sixteen-year-old Tess Kendrick has spent her entire life on her grandfather’s ranch. But when her estranged sister Ivy uproots her to D.C., Tess is thrown into a world that revolves around politics and power. She also starts at Hardwicke Academy, the D.C. school for the children of the rich and powerful, where she unwittingly becomes a fixer for the high school set, fixing teens’ problems the way her sister fixes their parents’ problems. And when a conspiracy surfaces that involves the family member of one of Tess’s classmates, love triangles and unbelievable family secrets come to light and life gets even more interesting—and complicated—for Tess. Perfect for fans of Pretty Little Liars and Heist Society, readers will be clamoring for this compelling teen drama with a political twist.

4 After the Red Rain BY BARY LYGA, PETER FANCINELLI, ROBERT DEFRANCO

On the ruined planet Earth, where 50 billion people are confined to megacities and resources are scarce, Deedra has

been handed a bleak and mundane existence by the Magistrate she works so hard for. But one day she comes across a beautiful boy named Rose struggling to cross the river--a boy with a secretive past and special abilities, who is somehow able to find comfort and life from their dying planet. But just as the two form a bond, it is quickly torn apart after the Magistrate’s son is murdered and Rose becomes the prime suspect. Little do Deedra and Rose know how much their relationship will affect the fate of everyone who lives on the planet.

5 Paperweight BY MEG HASTON

Seventeen-year-old Stevie is trapped. In her life. In her body. And now in an eating-disorder treatment center on the dusty outskirts of the New Mexico desert. Life in the center is regimented and intrusive, a nightmare come true. Nurses and therapists watch Stevie at mealtime, accompany her to the bathroom, and challenge her to eat the foods she’s worked so hard to avoid. Her dad has signed her up for sixty days of treatment. But what no one knows is that Stevie doesn’t plan to stay that long. There are only twenty-seven days until the anniversary of her brother Josh’s death—the death she caused. And if Stevie gets her way, there are only twenty-seven days until she too will end her life. In this emotionally haunting and beautifully written young adult debut, Meg Haston delves into the devastating impact of trauma and loss, while posing the question: Why are some consumed by their illness while others embark on a path toward recovery?

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C H A R IT Y THE SAN DIEGO HUMANE SOCIETY

A Purrfect Volunteer Opportunity BY WILLIAM POOLE

Where Do the Animals Come From? MERCURY AND NICKIE ‘BLUE EYES’ Animals can end up at the Humane Society for a number of reasons. For instance, sometimes they are found by strangers, or given up for adoption by owners who can’t take care of them anymore. In the case of Mercury, this cute kitten was found abandoned in a field with the rest of her litter, while the beautiful, blue-eyed dog, Nickie, was given to the Humane Society by an overwhelmed owner. Wondering where Nickie gets her unique look? She is part Siberian Husky, a breed famous for its aqua blue eyes. Both animals are being cared for at the shelter until they find a permanent home.

nimal lovers unite! The San Diego Humane Society is committed to protecting animals and educating people about their pets, but they need your help! The charity doesn’t receive any money from the government, so they rely on volunteers and donations to keep them going.

THE OLDEST HUMANE SOCIETY IN SAN DIEGO COUNTY What were you doing in 1880? Just kidding, your great grandparents probably weren’t even born yet. That’s the year San Diego Humane Society was founded, and since then the organization has saved the lives of thousands of animals in the area. They continue to provide care and shelter for countless rescued and homeless animals, and also run other worthwhile schemes, like adoption programs - and even classes for pet owners! Of course, running the largest humane society in San Diego requires a lot of work and dedication - that’s where you come in!

HOW YOU CAN HELP There are many different ways to help our four-legged citizens of San Diego. Making an online donation, fostering an animal, or volunteering at a shelter are all ways of making a difference. The Humane Society even has a special program for young volunteers called Pawsitive Service Day, which happens every other month at a shelter near you. At the event, volunteers make comfort items for animals, like bedding and pillows, get to meet an animal (or two, or three!), and take a behind the scenes tour of the shelter. There’s no better way for young animal lovers to learn more about San Diego Humane Society and the opportunities available. You can sign-up by emailing edu@sdhumane.org to request a spot. You’ll make a difference in the lives of animals in need, and have fun at the same time!

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Way Back In 1880 – On June 27 1880, activist Helen Keller was born in Alabama. She was one smart woman who said, “Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.”

A Real Life Volunteer Story One of the great things about volunteering with animals is the relationships you develop. Sue, who volunteers regularly with the canines at the Gaines St. Campus, has a favorite dog to work with named Stella. Sue said, “Stella always greets me with a smile. She loves to enjoy pets and is very goofy. Stella is very sweet.” Funny Fact – Sue says Stella is so polite, she even goes to the bathroom in a ladylike way. Okay, maybe that’s too much information Sue, but it’s still funny! Who knows? Maybe you’ll fall in love with a pet, and end up with a friend for life.

Halloween Hounds!

Closest Campus?

Halloween Doggie Cafe

San Diego Campus

Bring your friendly, on-leash dog to socialize with other dogs during our Spook-tacular Halloween event!

Friday, October 9, 2015 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM San Diego Humane Society (Oceanside Campus) OR OR

Friday, October 30, 2015 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM San Diego Humane Society (San Diego Campus) Check out our website for more details and other events www.sdhumane.org

5500 Gaines Street San Diego, CA 92110 619.299.7012

Escondido Campus 3450 E. Valley Parkway Escondido, CA 92027 760.888.2275

Oceanside Campus 2905 San Luis Rey Road (dogs) 572 Airport Road (cats, small animals) Oceanside, CA 92058 760.757.4357

P ETS R U L E BY JOANNE M. ANDERSON

Our Canine Friends Who doesn’t love pets? We love our pets and we want to tell you why. Each month, we will focus on a different pet that will melt your heart.

nimals have that non-judging way about them and love us just as we are. They don’t care about our hair, house, grades, age, weight or shoes. You can read and sing and talk to them about a-n-y-t-h-i-n-g! Pets don’t come free from effort, but they’ll pay you back in so many ways. From hamsters, horses and cats, to dogs, gerbils and goldfish, each month we’ll fill you in with all the need-toknow fun facts about your favorite pet!

DOGS Dogs have found their way into our families, homes and hearts. For the time and effort you spend taking care of a dog, it will pay you back in so many ways. They can build your confidence, strengthen your self-esteem and teach you to be patient, kind and responsible. It’s great to see a dog running off the lead, sniffing his world of smells, and they show such loving devotion. Dogs and puppies are such fun and will love you even on bad hair days!

COST ‘N CARE The price you paid for your pooch is the least of your expenses! Besides an average vet bill of $250 (shots, check-up, minor stuff) per year, you need supplies like a dog dish, leash, brush, collar, plus dog food and flea and tick meds. It’s also a good idea to ID tag your dog (check out pettags.com). Treats, toys, beds and other doggy gear mean you may feel as though there is a hole in your purse! Before approaching your parents for a dog, think about the time you will have to feed, water, walk and play with your new tail-wagging friend. Write down the times of day when you would feed him, change the water dish, go for a walk and play with him. Talk to your parents. Be realistic and honest. Dogs are a huge commitment, but they’ll melt your heart with their funny ways and waggy tails!

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Do you have the cutest dog?

Fun Facts DOGS IN THE U.S. 78 million VERY SMALL DOGS Russian Toy (3-6 pounds)

Does everyone stop you while on a walk and say how adorable your dog is? Do they wish they had a dog like yours? If so, enter your dog in our cutest dog contest. Vote for your favorites too! The dog with the most votes will be in our next issue!

Maltese (2-8 pounds) Pomeranian (4-8 pounds) Chihuahua (3-8 pounds)

Email us your cute dog photos! MAKE SURE TO INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:

• Name of dog

• Nickname

• Age

• Breed

• Special abilities

• Favorite toy

Send your photo to: petcontest@prioritygirlmagazine.com by October 21, 2015. See all the rules online at: prioritygirlmagazine.com

GOOD LUCK!

VERY LARGE DOGS English Mastiff (250 pounds) Newfoundland (175 pounds) St. Bernard (150 pounds) Great Dane (120 pounds, up to 3 1/2 feet tall) MOST POPULAR DOG Labrador

Not-So-Fun Fact 5-7 MILLION End up in animal shelters every year

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Animals in the Wild:

Mammals

San Diego is a haven for wildlife. There are so many animals that call our mountains, forests, deserts and oceans home. They live amazing, secretive little lives in the wild – and most people rarely know where to look, or what clues to look for! At Priority Girl, we want to change that. We’ve already featured some of San Diego’s sea creatures and owl species in previous issues – this month it’s mammals. With a little luck and a lot of patience, you may see some of these creatures lurking around your very own neighborhood – for others though, you might have better luck at the World Famous San Diego Zoo or Wild Animal Park! TA M I B E N E D I C T A N D J E R E M Y BA R RO N

Coyote

AVERAGE LIFE SPAN IN THE WILD: 10-14 years SIZE: 2 feet, 46 pounds DIET: Birds, reptiles, fish, smaller mammals, carrion (animals already dead) GROUP NAME: Band DID YOU KNOW: Coyotes are very vocal animals and use long howls to report their location and short barks to alert their band of danger. WHERE: Coyotes are seen throughout the wild, as well as San Diego’s mid-city areas where small canyons provide perfect shelter. Mission Valley is a good place to locate them as they use the river-bank to find food and water. Coyotes generally won’t approach people, but make sure you leave these predators well alone as you wouldn’t want one to turn on you! For more coyote information click on Coyote Smarts. www.coyotesmarts.org/coyotes101

Bats

What’s a mammal?

AVERAGE LIFE SPAN IN THE WILD: Sometimes over 30 years (depending on species) SIZE: Their bodies may only be an inch or so long but their wingspan can reach anywhere between 8 inches to 23 inches DIET: Moths and other flying insects GROUP NAME: Colony PROTECTION STATUS: Threatened DID YOU KNOW? There are 22 species of bats that live in San Diego County. Bats are practically blind and they catch their prey by emitting a series of high pitched ‘shouts’. The returning echoes give the bats information about the size and shape of an anything in front of them – including insects and which way they’re going. This system of finding prey is called echolocation – which means they actually hunt things using echoes! By doing this, bats can eat up to 1,000 mosquitos in one hour! Amazing! WHERE: Bats are nocturnal (they come out at night), and the best time to see them is at dusk, just as it is getting dark. Find an open spot (maybe your garden), gaze up at the nearly-night sky and look out for a fluttering silhouette about the size of a bird. If you see something darting past, chances are it’s a bat as most birds will have tucked themselves up in their nests by that time! IMPORTANT: If you encounter a bat in the wild, don’t touch it as it can carry numerous diseases. Join a club, like the Sierra Club in San Diego to help protect the wildlife and find out more about these interesting flying mammals! www.sandiegosierraclub.org/about-us You can find out more about the county’s 22 bats species at: www.home.earthlink.net/~cmsquare

Here’s what it takes to be in the mammalian gang: • Warm-blooded. • They give birth to live young. • They have mammary glands that feed milk to their babies. • They usually have fur or hair. • Most mammals have teeth - with the exception of the anteater

Cottontail Rabbit

AVERAGE LIFE SPAN IN THE WILD:12-15 months SIZE: 5 pounds

DIET: Herbivores, some of their favorites include

wild strawberries and carrots GROUP NAME: Litter DID YOU KNOW: Some cottontail rabbits are extremely athletic and can climb trees and swim. Where: Rabbits are all through the wild and can even be in your backyard. Some of your friends may even have them as pets! If you find a cottontail rabbit, Project Wildlife in San Diego has some great tips on what to do with them. www.projectwildlife.org/animals.php?id=10

Raccoon

AVERAGE LIFE SPAN IN THE WILD: 2-3 years

SIZE: Up to 1 foot in length and 7-20 pounds in weight DIET: Raccoons are omnivores, which means they like to eat meat as well as vegetables. GROUP NAME: Gaze DID YOU KNOW: Raccoons are extremely smart and will stop at nothing to get their paws on tasty morsels of food! They have been known to destroy gardens, knock over garbage cans and even cause damage to a house in order to satisfy their hunger! WHERE: Raccoons are usually nocturnal but are sometimes spotted during the day. Raccoons often live alongside human populations, preferring urban areas to wilder habitats because of the food they can scavenge. WANT TO LEARN MORE: Visit these websites for more raccoon information: www.sandiegocounty.gov/awm/wildlife_ services.html www.projectwildlife.org/animals.php?id=11

Mountain Lion AVERAGE LIFE SPAN IN THE WILD: 8-13 years

SIZE: Up to 8 feet long and 150 pounds in weight

DIET: Small to medium sized animals, including deer GROUP NAME:

Destruction

DID YOU KNOW? Attacks on humans are extremely rare. Since

1890, there have been just 15 recorded attacks on people! They are actually more of a threat to pets than humans. Other names for a mountain lion are puma and cougar. There are an estimated 90 mountain lions that live in the county, out of between 4000 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 6000 throughout California. Where: Most live in the mountain ranges in the eastern part of San Diego County, but some venture west in search of food and territory. According to Mountain Lion Foundation, cougars have been known to regularly pass through the area between Volcan Mountain and Scissors Crossing, east of Julian. Check their website for more information: www.mountainlion.org/newsstory.asp?news_id=359

TOP TEN COLLEGES IN CALIFORNIA

YOUR GUIDE TO

THE BEST SCHOOLS BY CHERYL WALKER

CALIFORNIA HAS TO OFFER

When it comes to college, the decision of where to apply and where to commit can seem daunting. And for those of you living in California, you even have the benefit of having more than 100 four-year in-state colleges to choose from – all just a day’s drive away! This top-ten list hopes to show you the very cream-ofthe crop. The fact that more than half of the colleges on list are in the Forbes list of Top Colleges makes it clear: There’s no need to look outside of California if excellence is a requirement for your education.

STANFORD UNIVERSITY STANFORD

DOCTORAL/RESEARCH UNIVERSITY (PRIVATE)

Currently ranked third, this Ivy League consistently ranks within the top colleges in the country. Most popular for science and engineering programs, Stanford is actually considered a good deal for the money as it awards many of its students hefty grants. Note the acceptance rate, however - it’s one of the most selective you will see this application season. IN-STATE TUITION: $45,195 PERCENT ADMITTED: 6% FUN FACT: Stanford alumni are consistently among the most buzz-worthy names in U.S. history.

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CALIFORNIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY PASADENA

POMONA COLLEGE CLAREMONT

LIBERAL ARTS COLLEGE (PRIVATE)

One of four colleges on this list in the Claremont University Consortium (CUC), Pomona is a highly selective college with especially high standards in the arts and sciences. If you prefer small class sizes and across-the-board excellence, then this high-ranking college is for you. IN-STATE TUITION: $45,832 PERCENT ADMITTED: 12% FUN FACT: The CUC allows students to cross-register at any of the five consortium colleges at a time. Look for others on this list.

DOCTORAL/RESEARCH UNIVERSITY (PRIVATE)

More commonly known as ‘Caltech’, this technology institute is world-renowned for pioneering research and education in science and engineering. With an astounding student-to-teacher ratio of 3:1, Caltech is a great choice if you want to attend a U.S. top-20 college with an emphasis on personal teaching. IN-STATE TUITION: $43,362 PERCENT ADMITTED: 11% FUN FACT: Caltech’s physical science program is ranked first in the nation.

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA LOS ANGELES

DOCTORAL/RESEARCH UNIVERSITY (PRIVATE)

If you prefer a selective private university with a bigger campus and social presence, then USC might be the school for you. Thanks to its central L.A. location, USC is a great school for those hoping to network within their fields off campus, especially the top ranking business and arts programs. IN-STATE TUITION: $48,280 PERCENT ADMITTED: 20% FUN FACT: USC has one of the most diverse student bodies in the country.

CLAREMONT MCKENNA COLLEGE CLAREMONT

LIBERAL ARTS COLLEGE (PRIVATE)

Another choice within the Claremont Consortium, Claremont Mckenna is especially impressive if your focus is in economics, government, or public affairs. IN-STATE TUITION: $47,395 PERCENT ADMITTED: 12% FUN FACT: Claremont Mckenna is tied with sister-school Pomona College as the most selective liberal arts college in the country.

HARVEY MUDD COLLEGE CLAREMONT

LIBERAL ARTS COLLEGE (PRIVATE)

Another member of the CUC, Harvey Mudd leads in excellence in the science and engineering categories. Ranked 18th nationally, the only degree offered here is a bachelor of science, giving students in the sciences focus, while allowing them to curate their own extra-curricular program throughout the consortium. IN-STATE TUITION: $48,594 PERCENT ADMITTED: 18% FUN FACT: Harvey Mudd is ranked top in the nation for engineering.

UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA BERKELEY

DOCTORAL/RESEARCH UNIVERSITY (PUBLIC)

UC-Berkeley is consistently ranked one of the most selective of public universities in the country. Berkeley is known both on and off campus for leading social discussions. With a top ranked linguistics and foreign languages program, cutting-edge research in health and nutrition, and technology, this may be the school for you if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re interested in shaping society. IN-STATE TUITION: $12,972 PERCENT ADMITTED: 18% FUN FACT: The current faculty at UC-Berkeley boasts seven Nobel Prizes.

UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA LOS ANGELES

DOCTORAL/RESEARCH UNIVERSITY (PUBLIC)

UCLA is the perfect marriage of an affordable in-state school with rigorous, high-ranking academics. Don’t expect to skate into UCLA too easily, though - the average GPA (Grade Point Average) for incoming freshman here is a whopping 4.39! IN-STATE TUITION: $12,705 PERCENT ADMITTED: 22% FUN FACT: 40 UCLA doctoral programs rank among top 10 in their fields nationwide.

UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA SAN DIEGO

DOCTORAL/RESEARCH UNIVERSITY

Considered a Public Ivy for its accessibility as well as prestige, UCSD is affordable to in-state students and is especially prestigious in the biomedical and biological sciences, and psychology fields. The UCSD School of Medicine and Jacobs School of Engineering are also highly ranked. IN-STATE TUITION: $13,427 PERCENT ADMITTED: 38% FUN FACT: In 2015 UCSD ranked 8th in the U.S. News & World Report’s list of top public universities.

UC SAN DIEGO PUBLICATIONS

(PUBLIC)

SCRIPPS COLLEGE CLAREMONT

LIBERAL ARTS WOMEN’S COLLEGE (PRIVATE)

The final of the Claremont Colleges, and the only women’s college on this list, Scripps College ranks in the top-25 of liberal arts schools in the country. Boasting many innovative social programs, Scripps is ideal for the woman who wants a college experience with a lot of on-campus involvement. IN-STATE TUITION: $47,378 PERCENT ADMITTED: 36% FUN FACT: Scripps’ 32-acre campus is widely recognized as one of the most beautiful campuses in the country.

A RT BY RHONA REID

THE ART OF THE MATTER – M EET FAM OUS ARTISTS AN D SEN D YOU R ARTWO R K

Pablo Picasso One of the Greatest Artists of the 20th Century

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ola. Picasso here. Or Pablo Diego José Francisco de Paula Juan Nepomuceno María de los Remedios Cipriano de la Santísima Trinidad Martyr Patricio Clito Ruíz y Picasso, to use my full name! Try writing that on the name tape of your gym kit. As it happens, I was a very poor student, and so my failure to be able to write my full name anywhere was, frankly, the least of my problems. “I was born in 1881, and from a very young age, I was only interested in drawing and painting. My parents say that my first word was ‘lapiz’, the Spanish word for pencil. I was born in Malaga, and greatly inspired by my father, who was a painter and art teacher. My sister, Lola, was the subject of many of my earlier portraits including ‘First Communion’ which I painted whilst still a teenager! “From 1901 to 1904, I went through a blue period. No, seriously! I just painted in shades of blue and green, which gave a gloom and sadness to my work during those years. “In 1907 I painted one of my most famous works, Les Demoiselles d’Avignon, and with the painter and sculptor Georges Braque, we created a new art movement which became known as Cubism. Previously, paintings would show one view of the subject’s face. In Cubism, different views were shown in one painting, and the observer could see the front and the side of a person’s face at the same time.

First Communion

Due to his immense success and fame, a great many copies of Picasso’s work were around during his lifetime. But far from being horrified about it, the great artist had his own take on the business of art fraud. When presented with a painting for his signature to authenticate it, Picasso would simply decide if he liked it. If he did, he would sign the forged piece as the ultimate mark of approval!

La Réve

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“It took me four years to paint like Raphael, but a lifetime to paint like a child.” “I painted, sketched and created tons of artwork over the years, producing 1,885 paintings, 1,228 sculptures, 2,880 ceramics, around 12,000 drawings, many thousands of prints, and also tapestries and rugs! You’d think I wouldn’t have a great deal of time for hobbies, and you would be right, though I did find time to write poetry! “I painted one of my most recognizable works in 1937; ‘Guernica’ which showed a vivid scene from the Spanish Civil War.

“Before my death in France (I lived there for most of my life), the Louvre Museum in Paris staged a Picasso retrospective – the first time ever the work of a living artist had been exhibited at this great institution. “I hope you have enjoyed this snapshot of my life. I will leave you with one final thought. My mother said to me, ‘If you are a soldier, you will become a general. If you are a monk, you will become the Pope.’ Instead, I was a painter, and I became Picasso!”

Seated Woman

HISTORY OF SAN DIEGO

THE KUMEYAAY The first known people in San Diego BY CHERYL WALKER

an Diego is seen as one of the more modern cities of the United States, but did you know that people have actually been living here for as long as 12,00020,000 years? Like most of the country, long before Europeans arrived, the land was home to Native Americans. The tribe that called San Diego home long before any roads or hospitals or shops were built, have been known by many names, but most historians agree on The Kumeyaay. Peaceful by nature, and living in many small clans, or bands, like neighborhoods, the Kumeyaay communicated with each other by foot couriers and worked together to defend their territories against enemy tribes. Each

band had anywhere from 10 to 30 miles of land, on which they hunted, forged trails, and held religious ceremonies. The burial grounds on these lands were sacred spaces to the Kumeyaay, and still are today.

CLOTHING Because San Diego has such a warm climate, the Kumeyaay had little need for traditional clothing, and children and men rarely wore any. The Kumeyaay often tattooed their faces and bodies with special colors and designs that had special meanings. Men made belts and fashioned them around their waists so that they could carry essential tools and food, and women wore an apron-like skirt, often with only a front piece and no back. The

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The Keruk The keruk was a special ceremony that honored those who had died over the past year. Dolls made to look as realistic as possible were used to represent the dead, and the clan members danced anywhere from four to eight days! Talk about dedication! When leaders died, a special eagle dance was used to pay honorable tribute.

See For Yourself! If you want to see artifacts and stunning photos of the Kumeyaay people, visit the Kumeyaay-Ipai Interpretive Center in Poway: www.friendsofthekumeyaay.org Or check out the Kumeyaay exhibit in the San Diego Museum of Man: www.museumofman.org/exhibit/kumeyaay-naQ

women, like the men, also carried their essentials–but they had to wear them on their heads in a cloth bag attached to a strap. They often had to wear caps to protect their heads from the rubbing of the strap.

In fact, they had a pretty sophisticated farming system that isn’t totally unlike the way we farm today.

FOOD

To the Kumeyaay, music was incredibly important. They danced intricate dances to celebrate happiness and sang sad, wistful songs to mourn deaths and illness. Their history, culture, and tradition was all passed down through musical storytelling, and it was the main way that children learned their morals and lessons from their elders. Because the Kumeyaay had no written language, these songs were passed down and remembered with as much care as we might have for a historical document, or an old family photograph today. Each territory, clan, and family had their own songs that they knew and sang with pride.

As you can imagine, feeding yourself over 12,000 years ago would be much more difficult than it is today. The Kumeyaay planted fields of grain and grew squash, beans and corns. They foraged fruits, berries, pine nuts and acorns from the land around them - which they often ground up in small ‘bowls’ called mortars, that they made from rocks. The Kumeyaay fished, and hunted animals like deer, and grew their own medicinal herbs and plants.

MUSIC

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GETTING STOKED ABOUT STEM: S C I E N C E , T EC H N O LO GY, E N G I N E E R I N G A N D M AT H

EXPLORING STEM AT

Reuben H. Fleet Science Museum

BY VICTORIA CRAW

f you’ve never heard your teachers at school mention STEM then you probably will soon. It’s a movement that’s getting more girls involved in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. Only 13% of engineers and 39% of chemists are women, according to the National Girls Collaborative Project. The STEM movement is trying to get more girls studying and working in these fields. Love fairground rides? Become a theme park engineer! Love wearing perfume? Become a fragrance chemist! There are so many career paths out there for women in STEM related fields – so many interesting, life-fulfilling, well paid jobs. There are far too many men taking the top positions. It’s time for a bit of girl power!

REUBEN H FLEET SCIENCE MUSEUM The San Diego area is home to the Reuben H. Fleet Science Center (also known as The Fleet). It’s home to an IMAX theater and a dozen permanent exhibits, including So Watt!: An Illuminating Look at Energy, and San Diego’s Water: From Source to Tap. There are also different traveling exhibits throughout the year that visit the Fleet. Right now, you can check out Don’t Try This at Home. It’s a live science show that displays science experiments you, literally, shouldn’t do at home. For example, they’ll show you what happens when you combine toilet paper and a leaf-blower - you can even touch a cloud!

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The Fleet also has programs for girls interested in outer space! On the first Wednesday of each month, the center’s astronomer leads audiences through a tour of the solar system. Each month they focus on a different topic, and it’s guaranteed to be an out-of-this-world experience!

Visiting WHERE

Reuben H. Fleet Science Museum 1875 El Prado Balboa Park San Diego www.rhfleet.org

THE SATURDAY SCIENCE CLUB FOR GIRLS This is for girls who are serious about learning about science. It runs on the second Saturday of each month from noon to 2 p.m. It’s open to girls in grades 5 through 8. It costs $12 for museum members and $14 for non-members:

WHEN

Opens everyday: 10 AM Closes: 5 PM MondayThursday; 6PM Friday-Sunday

www.rhfleet.org/learn/ saturday-science-club-girls

TICKETS

Some of their recent activities included making your very own board game that lights up! Some of the upcoming projects include studying the age of rocks and making your own fossil; creating a plantbased plastic and learning about the oldest life form on the planet!

Adults (13+) $19.95 Juniors (3-12) $16.95 HOW TO GET FREE ADMISSION

On the first Tuesday of every month, the museum offers free admission to residents of San Diego County! You can also get reduced Giant Dome Theater show tickets on these days for $9.95

WINTER CAMPS Camp isn’t just for summer! The Fleet usually hosts a science camp in the winter during Christmas break. Some of their topics for past camps included traveling through outer space, learning the science behind magic tricks, and doing chemistry experiments: www.rhfleet.org/events/winter-camps

GETTING IN The Fleet is open every day of the year (yes, even on holidays). It pays to have good grades! You can actually get in for free with a stellar report card. Bring yours with an ‘A’ or ‘Advanced’ grade in a science or math subject within the past three months and you’ll get to visit the gallery for free, or you can get a discount for a Giant Dome Theater show. It’s no secret that women are in high demand in the STEM fields. Employers often seek out women for positions that a lot of men apply for! STEM fields generally pay you more than any other field you may study.

What Will I Get Paid? JOB

MEDIAN SALARY

Petroleum Engineer

$130,280

Computer & Information Research Scientist

$102,190

Business Intelligence Analyst

$78,600

Actuary

$93,680

Source: stemcareer.com

WIN FREE TICKETS! We have 4 tickets to visit Reuben H Fleet Science Museum!

All you need to do is write a few sentences, or paragraphs, about why you think it’s important that more girls should study STEM subjects at school and college. Send your entries into editor@prioritygirlmagazine.com before 10th November 2015. Good luck!

H E A LT H BY CHERYL WALKER

Gluten & Wheat Allergy The most controversial of food allergies

y now just about everyone has heard of the gluten-free trend: There are health products, makeup lines, and even pet foods obsessively marketed and labelled to be gluten-free, and people are happy to pay an extra buck for the products. With all of the hype, it must mean that a huge portion of us could benefit from cutting gluten from our lives. Right? Unfortunately it’s not that simple. There are a whole host of disorders and complications associated with

gluten and its mother grain, wheat, and being too strict might actually cause you problems. Understanding your approach to the gluten-free trend comes down to understanding these basics:

WHAT IS GLUTEN, AND HOW IS IT RELATED TO WHEAT? Gluten is a name for the proteins inside of wheat and other related grains that give breads and baked goods their elastic

Hidden W heat T

hese are som pected food e unexs in which wheat prod ucts are often hidde n. • Soy sauce

• Processed

• Ice cream • Candy

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meats

texture. Think about the feel of pizza dough, for example. That elasticity and airiness is thanks almost entirely to the unique gluten proteins.

WHEAT ALLERGY A wheat allergy is a food allergy in the traditional sense: Those allergic to wheat have bodily effects similar to other dietary allergies, often causing rashes and anaphylaxis - if someone has a strong allergic reaction to wheat due to an allergy, for example, an EPI-pen must be used to stop the rush of histamines from closing off the airway.

CELIAC DISEASE While many people outgrow wheat allergies, celiac disease is a severe, life-long auto-immune disease that causes inflammation of the small intestines after the person has ingested anything containing gluten. Rather than being a reaction to the wheat grain itself, celiac disease is a specific response to the protein gluten.

TREATMENT For both celiac disease and wheat allergies, the main treatment is simply avoiding wheat and gluten, respectively. That is why the two conditions get mixed up frequently, though their mechanics are actually quite different.

? What is an Epi-Pen

d An Epi-Pen is a pre-fille ’s automatic injection that n ca easy to use. Using it save someone’s life!

THE SCOOP ON GLUTEN-FREE FOODS Because celiac disease and wheat allergies are relatively common ailments, there are more and more gluten-free and wheat-free foods available in the shops. It makes choosing safe foods healthier and easier for those people – though there’s still much they can’t have. If you are not celiac, nor allergic to wheat, eating a strict gluten-free diet can actually have a negative effect on you, if you’re not careful. The grains that contain gluten are healthy whole-grains for the rest of us, packed full of fiber and nutrients. Many people who cut gluten out without carefully planning their diets also cut out many healthful minerals, vitamins and fiber. To be safe, keep it simple: enjoy gluten-free products every now and then, but don’t ditch your whole grains, either.

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C A R E E R S P O T L IG H T

STEM GIRL FOCUS – BIOLOGY

Brains, Biology and Neuropsychiatry Why we behave the way we do

o, what’s science all about? Timeconsuming experiments? Boring results tables? Confusing conclusions? Not according to Dr Louann Brizendine scientist extraordinaire and author of The Female Brain - it isn’t. We talked to Dr Brizendine about what it takes to be a neuropsychiatrist in today’s modern world, how girls would love to do what she does, and why science provides a key role in understanding people’s feelings and emotions. But what is neuropsychiatry? And what’s it like as a job? We asked Dr Brizendine a few questions: WHAT’S NEUROPSYCHIATRY - AND WHY IS IT IMPORTANT?

Neuropsychiatry is really important because it studies how the brain and behavior relate to each other. BRIEFLY EXPLAIN YOUR JOB.

I run a clinic called the Women’s Mood and Hormone Clinic at UCSF medical centre in San Francisco. On a typical day I drive my son to school at 8 am and then go into my clinic to see patients who have come to get help with their mood and hormones. WHAT’S IT LIKE?

My job is so cool because I get to figure out the puzzle of how a person’s hormones are affecting their feelings and their brain. RATE YOUR JOB OUT OF 10:

I love my job, so definitely a 10. WHY DID YOU CHOOSE THIS NUMBER?

I love helping people feel better. 5 THINGS THAT EXCITE YOU ABOUT YOUR JOB:

I love helping people… 1. By understanding what is happening to their feelings.

BY JEREMY BARRON

“Girls really love to know how things work and how our brains affect how we feel and behave.” 2. By watching them get better week after week through the treatments I give them. 3. Helping them have hope that they will be OK again. 4. Helping my patient’s family to understand better, so they can help too. 5. Watching my patient get back to normal in their life. WHY DID YOU DECIDE TO BECOME A NEUROPSYCHIATRIST?

When I was in college and took courses in how hormones cause certain behaviours in animals, and certain feelings and urges in humans, I became passionate about learning everything I could about how hormones influence our brains. WHAT DO YOU NEED TO DO TO BECOME A NEUROPSYCHIATRIST?

As many biology and science classes as you can. Then, in college and medical school, you need to start specializing in learning more about the brain and hormones. After medical school you need to specialize in psychiatry with an emphasis on hormones and behavior. WHY SHOULD GIRLS STUDY SCIENCE?

Girls really love to know how things work and how our brains affect how we feel and behave. So by studying science they can understand themselves, their friends and their family better. WHY ARE THERE SO FEW WOMEN IN SCIENCE JOBS?

I think one of the reasons is often women believe that science has nothing to do with feelings and relationships, but that isn’t true in many areas of science. Especially consider how the brain causes feelings, and how feelings affect your relationships with your friends and family. ANY ADVICE TO OUR ASPIRING FEMALE NEUROPSYCHIATRISTS?

For young females who may want to explore all the fun things in the field of neuropsychiatry, I would say study as much as you can about the biology of the brain, emotions and how your family environment affects your brain and behavior.

NOT JUST A SCIENTIST! Dr Brizendine is a writer too! She’s the author of two books: The Female Brain and The Male Brain

Getting to know Dr Brizendine PIZZA & A DVD OR FANCY RESTAURANT?

Pizza and DVD

CITY MOUSE OR COUNTRY MOUSE?

Both

5 KM RUN OR 20 LENGTHS IN THE POOL?

Pool, definitely

HIGH HEELS OR WALKING BOOTS?

Comfy tennis shoes

COOKING OR EATING?

Both

BOOK OR FILM?

Both

TWITTER OR TEXT?

Text

NIKKI MINAJ OR REBA MCENTIRE?

I like Nikki

WORST HABIT:

Biting my cuticles

BEST ATTRIBUTE:

My hair

BIGGEST REGRET:

Not having a daughter (I love my son, but… :))

GREATEST ACHIEVEMENT:

Writing The Female Brain (now in 37 languages worldwide!)

IF YOU WERE PRESIDENT YOU WOULD...

Make equal pay for equal work the law - and give better childcare to working women.

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Neuro = nerves. Psychiatry = the science of treating mental disorders. Combine the two: Neuropsychiatry = the branch of psychiatry that investigates the links between mental illness and diseases of the nervous system and brain.

Biological Careers! Biology is such an interesting science subject. Here are a few of the coolest biology careers out there:

Zoologist If you have a passion for animals, love an adventure and don’t mind getting a bit dirty, then perhaps you’d like a career in zoology. Zoologists work in aquariums, museums, wildlife reserves and national parks, looking after and researching animals. EARNING AVERAGE: $45,475* EARNING POTENTIAL:

$94,000*

Microbiologist If you are the type of person who likes to help people, consider being a microbiologist. Study organisms that cause infections and help prevent them from spreading. Focus on the biology of microorganisms like bacteria, viruses and algae under the microscope, and you could help save lives. EARNING AVERAGE: $49,012* EARNING POTENTIAL:

$74,005*

Neuropsychiatrist Study the relationship between the mind and the body – and how our behavior is affected by the way we are made. EARNING AVERAGE: $87,363** EARNING POTENTIAL:

Marine Biologist Do you like the sea? Do you like learning about animals? Then a marine biologist could be the perfect career for you as they study the plant and animal life of the ocean. With 71% of the planet covered in water, there’s plenty to find out! EARNING AVERAGE: $51,798* EARNING POTENTIAL:

$100,686*

*payscale.com, **salarygenius.com

$102,780**

GA M ES & P U ZZ LES

Priority Puzzles!

Have a go at solving some of these suduko challenges! EASY # 1

EASY # 2

MEDIUM # 1

MEDIUM # 2

HARD # 1

HARD # 2

The goal of sudoku is to fill in a 9×9 grid with single digit numbers so that each column, row, and 3×3 section contain the numbers between 1 and 9. At the beginning of the game, the 9×9 grid will have some of the squares filled in. Your job is to use logic to fill in the missing digits and complete the grid.

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S U C C ES S S TO RY BY WILLIAM POOLE

The Age of Inocente An incredible journey from homelessness to international stardom! after Inocente’s father was deported to Mexico for domestic abuse. This left Inocente’s family without a place to live and they spent the next nine years sleeping in shelters, on random floors and in city parks.

A REASON TO SURVIVE Luckily for Inocente, she was able to find peace outside of her unstable living situation. At the age of 12, Inocente discovered ARTS: A Reason To Survive, an art program for at-risk youths. She was an instant success. Upon seeing her for the first time, the founder of ARTS said, “She’s exactly the kind of person I created this program for!” Through ARTS, Inocente blossomed into a promising young painter with a love for bold colors, heart shapes and wacky oneeyed creatures. Then, when Inocente was 15, her life changed forever.

A FILM CALLED INOCENTE Two San Diego filmmakers wanted to make a documentary about homelessness, but they didn’t know where to start. On a whim, they called ARTS and asked for a story. ARTS knew exactly who to recommend: Inocente Izucar. Soon after, Izucar agreed to the project because she wanted to shine a light on the problem of homelessness. For two years, Inocente’s life was filmed, from her troubled home to her therapeutic painting sessions. Finally, in 2012, the 40-minute documentary was released. Its title? Well, Inocente, of course!

right colors, funny faces, and wild animals are some of their favorite things. They both speak Spanish and they both use a paint-brush to tell their stories. San Diego artist Inocente Izucar has a lot in common with Pablo Picasso and her career is only beginning…

COMING TO AMERICA When Inocente was a child, her father took her away from her mother and into the United States illegally. It was over a year until Inocente’s mother found them living in San Diego, but soon

Rewards of Hard Work Inocente’s paintings sell for up to $5,000 at her art shows! Although there are similarities between Izucar and Picasso, Inocente has definitely achieved success in her own right. As for the comparison, Inocente said, “I don’t consider myself a Picasso. I do art to relieve my stress. I do art for myself rather than to sell it.”

Fun Fact

Besides winning an Oscar, Inocente also received a kiss on the forehead from Daniel Day-Lewis!

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Scary Truth

Homelessness affects 1 out of every 45 American children.

Which is which? Can you tell the Picasso painting from the one by Izucar?

A New Life After the Oscars, Inocente traveled around the country screening the film and showing her art in galleries. As a result, Inocente, now 21, is able to support herself through her artwork and lives in an apartment with her two bunnies!

AND THE OSCAR GOES TO… After debuting to rave reviews on MTV, Inocente was nominated for the 2013 Academy Award for Best Documentary Short. Amazingly, Inocente won the Oscar! When accepting the award, Director Sean Fine made a powerful statement; “This young lady was homeless just a year ago and now she’s standing in front of all of you…we need to stand up and help girls like her be seen and heard.”

We Want to Hear from You! Do you know an amazing young woman in the San Diego area who has a great story to tell? Priority Girl would love to hear about them so we can continue inspiring young women to strive for success, just like Inocente. E-mail us at jeremy.barron@prioritygirlmagazine.com

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P H O TO G RA P H Y

PRIORITY GIRL WANTS YOUR PICS !

Your Life Through A Lens Thanks to all of you who have sent your photos over the last few weeks. There sure are some aspiring photographers among our readers! B Y R H O N A R E I D

FEATURED IMAGE “I took this photo just a few day before the elementary school I went to for most of my childhood was demolished to make room for the high school’s new track and field complex. So many memories were made for me at this place and now all I have left are a few faded pictures and the lifelong friends I made there. This is my life thru a lens. – Cheyenne Applegate

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CHANGING FOCUS We would love to know more about your lives, and the things that inspire you to take a photo. Your friends, your family, places or events that are meaningful to you in some way. Click away and send them to us! Each month, we’ll select a few of your photos, and publish them in Priority Girl Magazine and on the website.

what I love. Photography is one of my great passions and I love to capture nature and the beauty of life around me. I hope you enjoy these photos.” Thanks to Cheyenne and Kaitlyn for sharing your work, and letting us see Your Life Thru a Lens!

BEHIND THE CAMERA…

Shoot Then Share!

This month, we’re featuring a poignant photo from Cheyenne Applegate. Cheyenne took a fabulous pic and gave a touching account of what the photo means to her. We also have Kaitlyn Sutton’s Life Thru A Lens, who told us this, “I’m attaching a couple pictures of mine (above) just to show you

Inspired? Want to share your pics? Send your original work to photography@prioritygirlmagazine.com marked Your Life Thru A Lens. Please add your name, age and email address. Give us a line or two about yourself and why you’ve chosen that particular shot.

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TR A N S L ATE D BY R H O N A R E I D

An Alienâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Guide to the Human Boy This Month: Clothes 46

Hey! Xandra the Alien, here I’m back to take a look at another aspect of the Young Human Boy – this time, his sartorial habits - basically, how he dresses. We have created a short guide to assisting the Human Female in understanding the ritual of dressing and wearing clothes if you are a Human Boy. Remember, the Human Boy is a complex and oft-misunderstood creature and, as superior beings, we like to think that we are here to help.

Habitat and Habits The young male tends to keep his clothes in a pile between the closet and the chest of drawers, both intended to store the items. It is a curious thing, but the young male will studiously fail to see or utilize either storage facility, electing to add each item of used clothing to the small mountain of garments. Periodically, the elder female will approach the pile with what appears to be fear - sometimes wearing protective gloves. The elder female has been observed in some cases to poke at the pile with a long-handled object before removing it for processing in the decontamination/swirling water machine. The young male seemingly enjoys wearing old garments - sometimes he will continue to wear them even after nocturnal re-charging periods, known as sleeping.

If the elder female attempts to assist with helping the younger male select garments to wear, then the younger one will perform an elaborate eye-rolling ritual, and emit an irritating whining call, which will clear the elder member from his territory. The male will then turn to his much-prized pile between the closet and the chest of drawers and pick something from that. This pleases him greatly and helps him smell the way he does.

Cool? Crazy? Who Knows? The younger male will want to ‘Look Cool’. It is impossible to know what this might mean for longer than five consecutive days. If it was cool on Monday, by Friday it will have hit the ‘pile of clothes’ and be eye-rolled at for the rest of its sorry life. Sagging/baggy pants are either cool or terrible, it is hard to know. It might depend on the day. Even as superior beings, we admit we may have hit a wall here. In between staring at a small, hand held tele-visual rectangle, where he performs a sliding, tapping ritual upon it’s surface, or flinging barely worn, or unpleasantly over-worn clothes onto ‘the pile’, the Human Boy has been observed showing great acts of humor, kindness and sensitivity on occasions. But at least half of everyone he knows wishes he would pull his pants up.

May our knowledge be with you.

– Xandra

Friends RELATIONSHIPS 101

BY RHONA REID

Will Be Friends F

riends make every day that little bit better. They laugh with you, cry with you, know the words to your favorite song so they can sing it with you at the top of their voice, and they share their last slice of pizza with you. Mostly. Sometimes friends have to tell you stuff you don’t want to hear, which is harder to do, but you’d rather it came from them instead of an ‘enemy’! Friendships are fun, and worth nurturing. If you know you’ve got a good friend who you trust and care about, do two things – take good care of that friendship, and tell them how you feel!

SO WHAT MAKE A GOOD FRIEND? Lots of things. From the obvious – loyalty, support, the ability to laugh at ridiculous things – to the obscure little things that are precious to you and your bestie.

FRIENDS We’ve been chatting with some Priority Girl readers to find out what makes a really good friendship and what makes you back off!

1. The Fr-enemy

– Says she’s your friend. Isn’t. It can take a while to work out why you don’t feel good hanging out with some people. And wasn’t that just another criticism she just aimed at you? It was. That’s what frenemies do. Move on!

2. ‘Whatever dies was not mix’d equally’

– The point being, a friendship thrives on both parties chucking in equal amounts of support, loyalty and time. And that quote? The poet John Donne from around 1633. Nailed friendship values 400 years ago!

3. R.E.S.P.E.C.T.

– Two-way street, this one. Whatever kind of friendship you have, respect for each other’s individuality and opinions has to be a part of it.

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According to studies, a good friendship helps you stay healthy, live longer and de-stress! “My best friend is Maria. We’re very similar in lots of ways – we love cooking and want to open our own restaurant when we’re older. We’re going to do a mix of North African and Argentinian food. She’s great at prepping and I’m better at all the creative stuff. We make such a good team.” Aaliyah, 14 “I have two best friends - my brother Max and my friend Eva. Eva became my friend at my new school, when I didn’t know anyone else, and she made it so much easier by being nice to me.” Emma, 10 “I have a group of friends. We borrow things from each other, we listen to music and sometimes we do homework together. We’re pretty close, and I see them almost every day, even though we don’t all go to the same schools. My friends are a really important part of my life.” Alice, 12

4. Hair

– We’re sure this isn’t news to you, but if someone has straightened the back of your hair, then you must straighten the back of their hair, upon request. 16th century poet John Donne has nothing to contribute on this one. But we think he’d agree!

5. Accept each other

– We’re all a mix of wonderful things as well as the bits that aren’t so great! It’s what makes us so unique! Plus, we all make mistakes! Forgiving someone, not holding a grudge and moving forward are things we all need to do from time to time.

6. Social media

– This can be great, but it can also be tricky. Say important things face to face, not online or by text.

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GA M ES & P U ZZ LES

Word Search! Sing Your Heart Out! Find 10 Grammy Winning Singers ADELE LORDE

BEYONCE AGUILERA

CLARKSON KEYS

MUSGRAVES SWIFT

Answers on page 80

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UNDERWOOD WILLIAMS

Cover Contest Would you like to be on our next cover? We believe a Priority Girl should have a positive attitude towards: – Academics – Family – Community – The environment and the world around you If you believe in having a positive attitude to these four core areas, and you would like to be considered to appear on Priority Girl Magazine’s front cover, write an essay and tell us what they mean to you, and how they apply to your daily life. Along with the essay, you must include your name, age, e-mail address and postal address.

SEND YOUR ESSAY TO:

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FA S H IO N BY VICTORIA CRAW

FALL-ING IN LOVE WITH FASHION

Match Your Mood How you feel can affect how you dress.

feel on top of the world.

ave you ever gone shopping with friends and they say, “Oh my gosh, that shirt is totally you!”? That happens because your clothes say a lot about who you are and what you like. How we feel can influence which clothes we choose to wear, just like the way we dress can influence how we feel. Take a look in your closet. There’s a chance that it reflects your personality! Here are some ideas when you’re navigating your emotions:

FASHION GIRL RECOMMENDS:

Printed Waterfall Cardigan WHERE? Justice HOW MUCH? $36.90.

Feeling TIRED? When you wake up wishing you could stay in bed rather than go to school, there are two ways to think about your outfit. First you could decide to wear something comfy

Feeling HAPPY? Wear bright colors to show how you feel. Yellow, orange, pink, and green show that you’re in a good mood. Try colored and patterned leggings or a sweater dress. FASHION GIRL RECOMMENDS:

Pinky Pinky Los Angeles Lace Skater Sweaterdress WHERE? Kohls.com HOW MUCH? $58.00

Feeling NERVOUS? Maybe you have an interview, a big test, or you have to talk to the cute guy for a group project. Wear something that you feel confident in – your favorite outfit! These are not

at school. Try a pair of leggings and a cardigan in the fall colors of browns, grays and whites. Or you can dress up in something fancier, like a skirt or dress, to make you

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Feeling SOMEWHERE IN BETWEEN?

days to ‘experiment’ with fashion. Only you know what feels best.

Throughout the course of the day, we all go through different emotions. Just because you wake up in a bad mood doesn’t mean the rest of your day will go terribly. Dress

FASHION GIRL RECOMMENDS:

‘Rad’ Graphic V-Neck Long-Sleeve T WHERE? Old Navy HOW MUCH? $10.94

Feeling SAD? We all have these days. Depending on what’s going on in life, sometimes you just don’t want to think about what to wear; sometimes you don’t even care. For days like this, it’s best to retreat to the basics: a pair of jeans and a t-shirt topped off with a knitted hat, depending on the weather. FASHION GIRL RECOMMENDS:

Flower Newsboy Cap WHERE? childrensplace.com HOW MUCH? $9.06

how you want to feel. For example, if you want to feel athletic, dress sporty. If you’re feeling adventurous, try something new. Denim is making a comeback this fall. FASHION GIRL RECOMMENDS: 2fer Denim Vest (it’s half sweatshirt, half denim vest) WHERE? Justice HOW MUCH? $36.90

“Self confidence is the best outfit; rock it and own it.” – Author unknown

No White After Labor Day? There’s an age-old rule that says you can’t wear white after Labor Day. There’s controversy over how this ‘fashion rule’ even started, but some experts say people would wear white to stay cool in the summer, especially at resorts. When they came back at the end of summer, they would pack away their white clothes and take out fall colors. But… it appears that this rule may be dead, according to TIME magazine! So, Fashion Girl’s advice is to hang on to your whites - and don’t worry about the fashion police this fall!

HALLOWEEN FASH IO N ID EAS

Spook-tacular Halloween

Cos tumes So, got your costume sorted for Halloween this year? No? Stuck for ideas? Fancy something a bit different? If you don’t want to be a ghost or a witch again, Fashion Girl’s got some fun alternatives ... BY V I C TO R I A C R AW A N D TA M I B E N E D I C T

Characters – Pick your favorite character from a book, movie or TV show. You can dress up as Minnie Mouse, Cleopatra, a pirate, a gypsy or fortune teller. Time Period outfits – Go back in time as a 50s girl, flapper, Native American princess, or Pilgrim.

Jobs – Pick your dream job as a ballerina, scientist, doctor, lawyer or member of the military. Food – Just because you’re getting candy doesn’t mean you

can’t dress up as candy. Try costumes for M&Ms, Skittles or a bag of jelly beans (use a trash bag and small blown-up balloons to look like the jelly beans).

Unique – There’s always those costumes that you never forget because they’re so creative. Dress up as your favorite color crayon or a tube of toothpaste (make the cap from a lampshade). Group costumes – If you and your friends want to coordinate, go for a costumes like Mike ‘n Ike, peanut butter and jelly, the four seasons (summer, fall, winter, spring) or rock, paper and scissors.

You don’t have to buy a pre-made costume at the store to look memorable! You can make them at home. If you know how to sew or know someone who does, check out a local craft store to buy a sewing pattern. You also get to pick out the fabric so you have more control over what your costume actually looks like. Plus, you can pick matching colors to coordinate with a group of friends or depending on the costume even represent your school.

Four Easy-to-MakeAt-Home Costumes 1.

LAUNDRY – glue dryer sheets and some old socks, shirts or shorts to your outfit to look like laundry!

PORTRAIT - Find an old picture frame bigger than your head and carry it around – you’ll be a selfportrait come to life!

MORTON SALT LADY – You know the girl on the Morton Salt containers? To look like her, dress in yellow - or wear a yellow dress, carrying an umbrella and big container of salt!

www.spirithalloween.com www.laurenconrad.com/blog/2011/10/ halloween-diy-rock-paper-scissors-costume www.seventeen.com/life/g1451/halloween-1007 www.simplesimonandco.com/2012/12/when-it-rains.html

4. ROCKSTAR – Dress in whatever

makes you feel like a superstar and carry around a boombox (ask your parents if you don’t know what this is!) that plays your favorite tunes.

Cat or Deer All you need are clothes you probably already own, like black pants, a black or white shirt and some face paint. Apply black face paint to give yourself a nose and whiskers for a cat. For a deer, add some brown around the outer edge of your face, with white dots. This costume is super simple and fun to wear around!

Scarecrow All you need is a pair of jeans, a plaid t-shirt, and a floppy hat to create this look. Grab some straw and stuff it in your pockets for the full effect. You can even go one step further and apply face paint, giving yourself a ‘sewn shut’ mouth, large orange cheeks, and a stitched nose.

Vampire This is a great costume to wear and only requires you to get a little artistic with some face paint. Go online and find your favorite vampire look and then re-create it yourself (or ask a parent or friend). If you are a little artistically challenged, there are tons of YouTube videos that give you a step-by-step guide on how to create this look fast and easy. Finish it off by adding a black cape and your ready to head out for some fun!

Disney Princess Take your pick from pretty much any Disney princess! A pair of green pants, purple top and red wig can have you looking like Ariel in no time, or just throw on a blue dress with a white apron and you’re Belle! For a more sinister look, get a bit artistic with the face paints – a Snow White with trickling blood effect would look totally freaky!

We want to see it! Show us your awesome Halloween costumes on Twitter or Facebook!

Hallow een

e t t e u q i t E BY TA M I B E N E D I C T

Trick-or-treating: Respecting your neighbors

k, Halloween’s great because we can all dress up and scare people, right?

TRICK OR TREATING So, we’re all agreed – running from door to door with your

Wrong!

best friends and family dressed as skeletons, grabbing great

We don’t want to take any fun

treats along the way is soooo much fun. But let’s not forget

away from the ‘scariest night of the

that when you walk up someone’s drive, you are a guest

year’, but we do think it’s a good

on their property. Respect that. And understand that some

idea to run through a few Halloween

people in your neighborhood may not like Halloween – or

dos and don’ts, so everyone has a good time.

are even scared of it.

Follow these simple guidelines and you’ll have an amazingly fun Halloween with plenty of candy - and the respect of the entire neighborhood!

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Halloween History Make sure you respect these ‘trick-or-treating’ rules 1. A very general rule is if the porch light is off then that neighbor is not partaking in Halloween. If you go by a house and see the porch light off, just quietly move on to the next one.

2. Light the night. Make sure your costume or trick or treat bucket has some light to it. A glow stick or a flash light are great options. This will help cars see you, when you are crossing the street.

3. Don’t run in the street. This can be very dangerous

and scary. Try to stay on the sidewalk at all times and if you must cross the street, stop and look both ways to make sure there are no cars coming.

4. When you go to a house, only knock, or ring the

doorbell, once. The homeowners know you are there, just give them a moment to get to the door.

5. Don’t be greedy. Only grab one treat the homeowner is offering unless they say otherwise. This also goes for the trusting neighbors that leave candy on the porch. Sharing is caring.

6. Don’t forget to say “Please” and “Thank you”. Your

mind might be off in another area wondering where your next candy will come from, but simple politeness can really make a person’s day.

Origin Halloween is believed to be an ancient Christian tradition dating back hundreds of years. No-one is sure for certain, but most historians believe it has its roots in Celtic-speaking countries, like Ireland, Scotland and Wales.

The Bells! In the 12th century, Christians across Europe were marking Halloween by ringing church bells for the souls in purgatory (a place the dead go to be ‘purified’ before being let into heaven)!

Mmm… soul-cakes! ‘Souling’ was first recorded in the 15th century. This was when people baked soul-cakes for christened souls, during Allhallowtide (Halloween). Many believe this is where the idea of ‘trick-or-treating’ came from. Poor people – often children - would go door-to-door asking for soul cakes, in exchange for praying for the dead!

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M O V IE S BY TA M I B E N E D I C TA

INSPIRING OCTOBER MOVIES

Thrills, Spills and Good Old Girl Power Fallâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s here which means the weather is changing and hanging outside with friends may not be the best option anymore. Instead, why not head for a theater to catch one of these great movies premiering in October.

He Named Me Malala

The Martian

RELEASE DATE: October 2

RATED: PG-13

Malala Yousafzai gives us an inside look at her journey to becoming the empowered woman she is today. After speaking out on girlsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; education, Malala was targeted by the Taliban and almost killed for standing up for what she believed in. Now Malala travels the globe giving speeches and sharing her brave story with the world. This movie is the ultimate in girl power, and an example of how to always believe in yourself. VERDICT: Inspiring!

RATED: Not yet rated Presumed dead after a mission to Mars, astronaut Mark Watney is left behind by his crew. Alone with little supplies, the astronaut must find a way to survive. Matt Damon is amazing in The Martian; a story of great bravery and two worlds coming together to bring someone home. VERDICT: Out of this world!

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Jem and the Holograms

Goosebumps

RELEASE DATE: October 23

RELEASE DATE: October 16

RATED: PG This 1980’s animated series hits the big screen as Jem and the Holograms take center stage. A small-town girl is turned into a global superstar and she and her three sisters start a journey of self-discovery. Realizing that some talents are just too special to keep hidden, the sisters take performing to a new level. If you like great music and positive girl power, then Jem and the Holograms is a must see! VERDICT: Music, adventure, 80s cartoon classics. Jem-tastic!

RATED: PG Based on the acclaimed children’s book series, Goosebumps is a movie featuring Jack Black and Dylan Minnette. Zach Cooper is upset that he has to move to a small town, but soon meets Hannah, his beautiful neighbor. Zach learns that Hannah’s weird dad is R.L. Stine, author of Goosebumps, and that the creatures in his books may actually be real! This movie is great to watch right before Halloween for some great laughs, an awesome adventure and a few bumps in the night! VERDICT: Great family fun!

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E N V IR O N M E N T

HOW TO SAVE ELECTRICITY AROUND THE HOUSE

BY ALEX GREEN

Switch off the lights Saving electricity to save the environment

ummer is over, and as we turn down our air conditioners and switch over to hot coffee, here at Priority Girl we have one more request for you to do. Yup – it’s our monthly environmental issue, and this time we’ve got a new quest on our mind. Our mission? Lowering electrical consumption around the county and reducing our carbon footprint. Roughly 80% of the world’s population has access to electricity. That’s around 5 billion people – that’s a ton of bulbs lighting up night and day all over the planet. According to global energy statistics, The United States is second behind China as the leading electricity consumer in the world (yearbook.enerdata.net). So what can we do about reducing how much electricity we use? When most people think of reducing electricity costs, the first thing that comes to mind is unplugging appliances after you use them. And that’s totally true – by unplugging things like laptop chargers, coffee makers, even computer printers, you’re on your

way to reducing the footprint. But is that enough? The good news is that you can do even more to help! You’ll need to chat with mom and dad, but take a look at these:

Cooling & Heating 1. GET A LEARNING THERMOSTAT

Never heard of one? Basically, the more you adjust the temperature in your house, the more this kit learns about your preferred temperatures, and automatically sets itself – just how you like it! So let’s say you like it cool when you come home from school – the thermostat will learn this and set the temperature accordingly. During the day, this clever piece will learn that you’re not there and use less electricity to keep it warm for you. Ingenious!

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‘USA is second behind China as the leading electricity consumer in the world’

2. DON’T USE PORTABLE HEATERS

Whether you live in San Diego or New York, we know winters can get a little nasty. One way a lot of people try and stay warm at home is by plugging in portable heaters. Bad idea for two big reasons: they use an insane amount of electricity, and have been known to catch on fire! Grab a few extra blankets during Netflix and you’ll be ok!

3. KEEP THE FLUE CLOSED

If you have a fireplace, close the flue: fireplaces are great – perfect for keeping warm and looking good in a room. But make sure you close the flue of your fireplace when it’s not in use – cold air comes in and makes you raise the heat to make up for it.

AC filters aren’t something you normally think about, but encourage mom and dad to change them frequently. Bad/ old filters reduce the ability of the AC unit to work properly, leading you to crank it up and use more electricity.

5. USE A CEILING FAN

Encourage mom and dad to buy an eco-friendly fridge next time. They use less power, and they often look way nicer than the boring white fridges of the 90s! They have loads of different ways to reduce energy consumption. Use cold water in the washing machine.

3. Keep your freezer full – uses less energy than an empty one. All those frozen pizzas and burgers act like huge ice blocks – keeping the temperature low without using more electricity.

4. CFL or LED light bulbs are safer than those energy guzzling old-school types, last longer, and prices are becoming more affordable as time goes on.

4. CHANGE AC FILTERS

Appliances & Electronics

According to Sfgate homeguides (www.homeguides.sfgate. com), the power consumption of an average ceiling fan at high speed is about 75 watts. In comparison, an air conditioner might consume 2,000 watts! A HUGE difference! And a trick for better air flow? Counter-clockwise in summer, clockwise in winter. And don’t forget to open up your doors and cover bare floors for better air flow.

Learn more about ways to save electricity Department of Energy: www.energy.gov The David Suzuki Foundation: www.davidsuzuki.org National Resources Defense Council (NRDC) www.nrdc.org

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B EAUTY BY CHERYL WALKER

Glitter & Shimmer Four ways to light up your look this fall

s the days start to get darker, there’s nothing better than a beauty secret that lets a little light back into your look. That’s what makes the fall trend of glitter and shimmer accents the perfect makeup pick-me-up. Unsure of how to make glitter work for you without it looking too harsh? Never fear, we’re dishing all of the secrets on how to master that sparkle.

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TEC H C O R N ER Our monthly look at innovative electronics and gadgetry gizmos

Cheese... Taking better pictures and videos Apps & Tools for Photographers & Videomakers

f there’s one thing we’ve learned in the last few years – it’s that Instagram is fascinating and will probably be around for a long time. But here’s the thing – taking beautiful photos used to require having a super expensive and fancy DSLR camera. Not only that, but learning how to use shutter speeds, aperture sizes, exposure, and other words I’m not sure how to spell, made things so complicated! So, if you’ve ever wanted to take great photos, edit them easily, and show your family that you’re always on your phone for a reason, this month’s Tech Corner is just for you. Even better if you love making videos. Check these out:

BY ALEX GREEN

Say for example you want to change the lighting, adjust the focus, mess with contrast, or even the photo speed - it’s all possible with really easy controls. But if you want to get all high tech with it, that’s cool too! After you take photos, there’s a range of ways to edit – think of the options on Instagram, except with way more customization. But, again, if you’d rather keep things simple, there’s pre-set options to get photos to look stylish. Oh, and there’s a huge portfolio of all the other VSCO users and, like other media sites, it has categories and an easy way to see the most popular camera work. For free, you really can’t go wrong!

OLLOCLIP 4-IN-1 LENS $69.99

Ever looked at your photos and wish you could do something a little more interesting with them? For those of you wanting to change it up and get some really cool photos, try the Olloclip 4-in-1 Lens. It’s a little camera that you attach on to your phone

VSCO CAM FREE | IOS & ANDROID

The VSCO Cam is one of the best camera apps out there, hands down. It’s simple, stylish, and opens you up to a huge portfolio of other phone photographers. The user interface for the app is clean and straightforward, and has a few functions. First, before you take photos, you can make small adjustments to the camera.

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that lets you take fish-eye-lens photos, super-wide photos, and gives you better resolution on your coolest shots. The good news is that Olloclip really went out of their way to build a lens that fits any of the major phones out there. iPhones (going back to the 4 - yes, we’re serious) are covered, and so is the iPad and the Samsung Galaxy line of phones. Take your photos in a whole new way for only seventy bucks.

it works: You use two AA batteries to power it, and load it with Polaroid film - it’s the kind of film that prints the photo the moment you take the picture. The camera has a few settings for lighting conditions, and has a pop-out lens. All you have to do is point, shoot, and the photos come out of the side! If your mind isn’t already blown, hold on. It’s only a hundred dollars, and the film costs $30 for 20 photos.

VHS CAMCORDER APP $3.99 | IOS

This is as old school as it gets! If you grew up in the 80’s or 90s then you’ve definitely suffered through watching your parents replay old videos on VHS. There was that cheesy grain, bad audio, and the crazy blur and frame drops every few seconds. And now you can recreate that for four dollars! It’s hilarious how different your videos look after using this app, and as crazy as it sounds the nostalgia of bad video is absolutely worth it! Whether you love to skate and you’re trying to give your videos an edge, or just looking to change it up. It’s wildly charming, and worth at least a few laughs with your friends over the weekend.

FUJIFILM INSTAX MINI 8 INSTANT CAMERA $99.99

Ok, we know what you’re thinking. An actual camera? Of course! This is Priority Girl, and we try it all! Fujifilm’s instant camera is the toy you break out at parties, when you know everyone’s going to want to try it out and pass it around all night. Each photo is about the size of a credit card. Not only do you see a ton of cool photos the next day, you’ve got something that everyone will love to use every weekend. Whether its photos on the beach or around the dorm, the impromptu photos are always a laugh. Here’s how

Give our tech gadgets a try... If you do take awesome photos and videos this month, send them in! alex.green@prioritygirlmagazine.com

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GAMER

Top 5 Games BY ALEX GREEN

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Every month, here at Priority Girl we find the five best games that are currently out for mobile, PC, PS4, Xbox One, and the Wii U. It’s hard work playing games all day, but we do it for you! No matter what kind of game you love, this month we’ve got something for everybody – from creating your own world, to going on amazing adventures!

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Minecraft: Pocket Edition IOS & ANDROID $6.99

Classed as a modern classic, Minecraft is one of the best games out there to unleash your creative instincts on. Ever wanted to design a house? You can do it in Minecraft! How about building your own giant

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mine-cart network? A little ambitious maybe, but like anything in Minecraft, if you can dream – it’s possible! Like every edition of Minecraft, you can choose between ‘creative’, or ‘survival’ mode. If you just want to build and create things, ‘creative’ mode is for you. If you’re a bit more of an explorer, and like fighting monsters, and love to earn the materials to build your next masterpiece, then you should pick ‘survival’ mode! Personally, we prefer ‘survival’ because it makes the game that little bit more interesting. The controls on the mobile version work out great too, and even on a phone screen the graphics still look sharp and clear. Over Wi-Fi you can play multiplayer with friends, so whether they’re right next to you on the bus or halfway across the world – Minecraft has never been better.

Final Fantasy 7 IOS: $15.99

It’s the role-playing game that defined a generation and inspired so many to

explore the town, you make enough money to buy a new house, and slowly improve the town. The music makes the game feel so relaxing, and you’ll sink a few hours in every week trying to improve your little slice of digital heaven!

3 follow. Originally released in 1997, Final Fantasy is an adventure game where you travel the world to save it from a corporation, who want to drain the life out of everything! It’s hours of fun, and with updated graphics and simplified controls, Final Fantasy 7 is an easy way to get lost in a different world for hours and hours. The story is incredible; it has some heart-wrenching moments, along with a ton of laughs too.

Mario Maker WII U: $59.99

Ever loved playing Mario, but really wanted to make your own levels and share with friends? We remember wondering how cool it would be to make all sorts of adventures and levels and fill them with monsters! Well, now it’s possible! You can add enemies, blocks, pipes, and loads more. If you’re feeling uninspired, you can even go online to download other people’s levels, or get some inspiration from the creators at Nintendo. Here’s the cool thing – not only can you design levels that look like

Goat Simulator IOS: $6.99

the new Mario games, but by hitting a button you can instantly make any of your levels look like the old school 8-bit version! Retro!

Animal Crossing: New Leaf NINTENDO 3DS - $29.99

This one’s a little older but still one of our all-time favorites! It’s relaxing, simple, and fun to play. Animal Crossing reminds us of an endless summer in an odd way – the whole game involves renovating a house, building it up, exploring town, meeting people, and collecting goods all over the place! In the game you play yourself arriving in a small town, renting out a little home. Over time, as you work and

The last one of our Top Five for this month is definitely out there, but worth the seven dollars for the amount of laughs you’ll get. If you’ve ever played a game like Tony Hawk Pro Skater, you’ll get the same idea behind Goat Simulator. Basically, you’ve got a bunch of time in an area to cause as much chaos as possible. Er, as a goat! You do a bunch of goofy tricks (also as a goat). Yes, it’s as crazy as it sounds, and it will have you playing it over and over again, trying to explore every level and place to unlock secrets, tricks, and more. Trust us.

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LIKE TO SHOP?

Making Friends The rules of spending with Money BY CORINE HAMPTON

LET’S GO SHOPPING!

ast month, Priority Girl gave you some good tips and tricks for saving money. But this month, let’s have a little fun and talk about spending money! As much as we love spending money, it’s really important to learn how to spend your money wisely! First, let’s learn the difference between needs and wants.

NEEDS WANTS Food DVDs Water CDs Clothing Mobile Telephones Shoes Makeup Shelter Video Games SAVE FIRST, SPEND LATER Generally, your parents, guardians or family members take care of your ‘needs’. Your ‘wants’ are life’s little luxuries we all love to spend our hard-earned allowances on. But how do you decide what to buy? Responsible spending should be

the first thought in your head. The most important expense you have is yourself. The first rule of spending or saving is pay yourself. Take 10% of your allowance, at least, and spend it on your savings account. In other words, put it in your savings account for a rainy day.

WISE BUYS Next, think about the things you do on a weekly basis. Do you play a sport or an instrument? Is there anything you want to add to your gear? Something you’ve taken a particular liking to? Adding to your current hobbies is a good thing. It’s ok to buy what you need in order to excel at a sport or hobby – so long as you can afford it.

BE THOUGHTFUL Lastly, think about small inexpensive purchases; the latest CD or a new phone case? These are things that can be bought without emptying your wallet of every last dollar. However, before you decide to buy something, you must think about it very carefully. Do you really want it? Is it replacing something else? Can that something else still be used, or perhaps donated to someone?

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Spending money is fine â&#x20AC;&#x201C; itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s something we all like to do! But spending wisely is the key. Be responsible, remember to save that 10%, and make money your friend.

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A R T S ’N C R A F T S HALLOWEEN ARTS AND CRAFTS

Creepy Crafts for Halloween BY TA M I B E N E D I C T

Halloween season is upon us which means it’s the perfect time to grab a friend and start crafting. Dig out those paint brushes and let’s decorate your house with some spooky creations!

Halloween T-shirt WHAT YOU NEED:

• Plain t-shirt (colors can be black, white, orange - something that screams Halloween) • Fabric paint (pick your favorite Halloween colors) • A pencil with an eraser • Freezer paper • Halloween themed pattern (like a bat or pumpkin) INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Print out the pattern of your choice to use on the t-shirt. You can choose bats, pumpkins, Frankenstein’s head, whatever floats your Halloween boat! 2. Next, trace the pattern onto the freezer paper using the pencil. 3. Cut the pattern out and iron it to the t-shirt. 4. After the paper has cooled, dip the eraser of your pencil into

your fabric paint and begin to dot it around the pattern. Follow the pattern to begin with, making sure you get the proper shape that you want - and then be a little wild! You can dot around the shirt to make it look unique and cool. 5. Let the paint dry for about thirty minutes and then peel the freezer paper off and enjoy the new t-shirt you’ve made! PRIORITY GIRL TIP: If

you’re not a fan of rocking a t-shirt you can use a blank canvas bag instead.

Boo Mason Jar Luminarias WHAT YOU NEED:

• Mason jars • Alphabet letters • Sponge brush • Frosted glass spray paint • Glitter spray paint • Flameless tea lights INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Grab your mason jars, and arrange the alphabet letters to spell out whatever word you want, like ‘BOO’. 2. Next, take the frosted spray paint and spray the entire jar. Do this with the lid off – and be careful not to get it on anything important (outside might be a good idea)! 3. After the frosted paint dries, spray the glitter spray paint over it. 4. When both paints are dry, go ahead and peel the alphabet letters off. You should have a cool frozen glass effect. 5. If you want, you could paint the lids black or orange – then top it off by adding spiders, skulls, or twine to give it more of a Halloween flare. 6. Place the mason jars in your desired location and add the tea lights for a great Halloween decoration.

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Milk Gallon Ghost & Pumpkins WHAT YOU NEED:

• Milk or orange juice two gallon container • Sharpie or black pen • Battery operated tea light • Orange paint INSTRUCTIONS:

Ghost 1. Grabbing a milk gallon, use your sharpie and draw any type of ghost face that you like onto the milk gallon. The best side to do this on is the opposite of the handle where there is a lot of space. Your face can be goofy or scary, whichever you prefer. 2. After completing your ghost face, cut a small hole in the bottom of your milk gallon and place the tea light inside and you’re done.

Eyeball Wreath WHAT YOU NEED:

• One grapevine wreath • Black spray paint • Creepy eyeballs (a lot) • Hot glue gun INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Spray paint the wreath black to give it a Halloween vibe. 2. After the spray paint has dried, begin to randomly glue the eyeballs onto your wreath. Have the eyeballs face in all different directions for maximum grizzly effect! 3. Hang it on your door where it can creepily stare at all of your friends!

Pumpkin 1. Take the orange paint and pour a small amount into an empty gallon container. 2. Swish the paint around until the entire inside is dyed orange then set it aside and let it dry. 3. Use your sharpie to create a menacing pumpkin face. 4. Like the ghost gallon, cut a small hole in the bottom and place the tea light inside for maximum eeriness! 5. You can also color the top of the lid green to give it more of a pumpkin feel. Place these awesome creations outside or around your house for an instant Halloween effect!

Enjoy Halloween this year with these awesome crafts. If you try one of these fun craft projects be sure to share it with us on Twitter or Facebook!

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R E C IP E A R E YO U F E E L I N G H O R R I B LY H U N G RY… ?

Priority Girl in the Kitchen – Halloween Special! Woooooohhh… Getting dressed up on Halloween? Planning a ghoulish get-together? Whatever your plans for the spookiest night of the year, try our fabulously frightening recipes to treat your family, or to hand out to trick-or-treaters! B Y R H O N A R E I D

Macabre Mummy Hot Dogs YOU WILL NEED…

– Pack/tin of cooked hotdogs – Quantity of crescent/croissant dough (one standard pack should be enough) – Olive oil – Yellow mustard / barbecue sauce As ever, be careful around hot ovens, and ask an adult to help if necessary. METHOD

1. Pre-heat oven to the temperature recommended on your brand of dough. 2. Brush an oven tray with olive oil. 3. Unroll the dough and cut into strips about half an inch wide. 4. Wrap dough around your hotdogs – like a mummy! Leave a gap at one end for the ‘eyes’ – you can wrap neatly or go for a ‘Halloween Distressed’ look, it’s up to you! 5. Brush over the pastry with a little more oil and bake for around 12 minutes. 6. Take out your hot dogs, allow to cool, then pipe two yellow dots of mustard (or brown barbecue sauce) in place for the eyes! Mwaahaaahaa!!!

I Ain’t Afraid of No Frozen Banana Ghosts YOU WILL NEED…

– A bunch of ripe bananas – 7 ounces white or milk chocolate – Plain Chocolate chips – Skewers or lolly sticks

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Terrifying Eyeball Soup YOU WILL NEED…

– Quantity of fresh green pea soup (or another type of soup that’s green) – One standard size ball or three mini balls of mozzarella per person – A few green or black olives stuffed with pimento per person METHOD

1. Cut the olives in half and put aside. 2. Carefully scoop out balls of mozzarella and make a small hollow in each one. 3. Nestle the halved olive ‘pupil’ into the ‘eyeball’ and float them on top of the ghoulish-green soup for some ghastly gastronomy! PRIORITY GIRL TIP: TRY TOMATO SOUP FOR A BLOOD-RED EFFECT!

So there we go, some spine-chilling snacks to get you in the mood for

Halloween!

METHOD

1. Cut the bananas in half and set aside. 2. Melt the white or milk chocolate in a bowl set over boiling water (not touching the water) or in the microwave, in short bursts on a high setting. 3. Insert a skewer or lolly stick into each banana half, from the base to around the centre of the section, then dip it into the melted chocolate, letting the excess drip away. 4. Use the plain chocolate chips to make eyes, ghoulish grins and devilish eyebrows (or different colored melted chocolate if you’re feeling arty!), before placing in the freezer for at least four hours. PRIORITY GIRL TIP: DIP INTO DESICCATED COCONUT BEFORE FREEZING FOR THAT FLAKY-GHOST LOOK!

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And finally, what do you use to mend a Jack-O-Lantern? A pumpkin patch!

A U T O G IR L AUTO G IRL TAKES O N WINTER ! BY RHONA REID

Winterize Your Wheels!

ere in San Diego, you’d be forgiven for thinking that winterizing a vehicle is a bit…um…pointless? Well, not quite. Did you know that the drive from inland to the coastal city can sometimes see a change in temperature of around 10 degrees? We might not need to worry about digging our cars out of snowdrifts when winter arrives, it makes sense to carry out a check on the basics that will keep you on the road no matter what the weather. Okay, so let’s run down our checklist, and remember that if you don’t own a car yourself, then maybe a parent, neighbor or friend could use some help in winterizing their wheels!

1. Check Your Tires!

In an earlier issue of Auto Girl, we looked at making sure your tires are at the correct pressure, which gives you better traction on the road. Wintry rain is a possibility, and wet weather can make even confident drivers a little skittish, so make sure your tires are inflated properly and inspect them often. Loss of traction means that there is a risk of aquaplaning (losing grip of the road) in wet weather, so check that your tires are in good shape.

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2. Battery Power!

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Batteries can be affected by a sustained chill in the air, so it’s a good idea to check your battery capacity and wires – particularly if you’re planning a trip to cooler climates.

3. Keep Your Windshield Wonderful!

Make sure you know how to check the wiper fluid is topped up, and remember that if frost is forecast – rare in San Diego, but worth knowing for visiting chillier places – then protecting your windshield is important. If the windshield is frosted over, then never pour hot water onto it as it can cause the windshield to shatter or crack. If frost is forecast in your area, then take precautions – either cover the windshield with car mats or a strip of old carpet, or spray the glass with a 3-in-1 mix of water and vinegar. Some people swear by rubbing the glass with half an onion! There are also purpose-made de-icer solutions, if you don’t want your car smelling like a jar of pickles!

4. Be Prepared!

5. Chain Reaction

You might not need snow chains too often, but a trip to the mountains or foothills during the winter months might mean an encounter with enough snow to make you very grateful that you keep a set in the car. And the best snow-chain tip? Practice getting them on and off on a warm sunny day. That way, when you need them, you’ll know what to do with them!

6. The Key Point

Frozen lock? Gently and carefully warm up your key , or use a hairdryer. If that isn’t an option, then try blowing through a straw or rolled up piece of paper into the lock. Your warm breath should get the ice melting pretty quickly.

You really never know when you might get unexpectedly stuck in your vehicle, halfway into your journey. With phone reception and emergency breakdown cover, you’ll probably be fine in a short period of time, but it’s vital to make sure that you have an emergency kit just in case. Keep it handy all year round, but particularly in the cooler weather. Your kit should contain: • A water bottle • A flashlight • A spare tire • Jump cables • Extra batteries for your flashlight • A blanket What do yo u call fifty • A sweater penguins in • Non-perishable snacks the

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EV E N TS LIVE FROM SAN DIEGO

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Yourself to Something Fun Goblins, ghouls, and ghastly garden gnomes aren’t the only things haunting the San Diego calendar this October. Fun fall festivals flood the month! There are animals, dancers, cars and more – all coming to a neighborhood near you. B Y W I L L I A M P O O L E ART AND CULTURE La Mesa Oktoberfest October 2-3 Spring Street and La Mesa Boulevard La Mesa, CA 91942 www.lmvma.com/SeasonalEvents/Oktoberfest.aspx This October you can visit Germany without leaving San Diego. Sound crazy? It is. Crazy FUN! At the La Mesa Oktoberfest there are bratwursts wrapped in bacon, Hawaiian shaved ice, and authentic lederhosen dancers. Viel Spaß! (That’s German for “Have Fun!”) Maker Faire October 3-4 Balboa Park www.sdmakerfaire.org How many times can you say you were there at the start? Attending the first annual Maker Faire is one of those times! At the Maker Faire, people will experience what it is to be a creator. Scientists, engineers, artists and authors will be gathering to talk, share, and celebrate making beautiful things! Little Italy Festa October 11 2210 Columbia St San Diego, CA 92101 www.littleitalysd.com/events/little-italy-festa After Oktoberfest, continue your tour of Europe with a free trip to Italy! Be one of the 120,000 people who attend the largest Italian festival on the west coast, right in downtown San Diego. There will be pizza, pasta, gelato, bocce ball, chalk art, and so many more Italian delights. Buon appetito! (Say that when you sit down for an Italian meal!) Re-membering our Ancestors Discovering Ourselves October 10-November 22 340 N Escondido Blvd Escondido, CA 92025 www.artcenter.org/event/re-membering-our-ancestorsdiscovering-ourselves/2015-11-22 Dia de los Muertos, or ‘Day of the Dead’ in English, is a Mexican

holiday that many in the USA now enjoy celebrating. And this month, the California Center for the Arts in Escondido will host an exhibition that celebrates the day. It’s a great chance for Latinas to discover more about their culture and curious San Diegans to learn of the values and history behind this special holiday. Fall Family Festival October 25 San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum www.sandiegomagazine.com/calendar/index.php/name/ Fall-Family-Festival/event/32503 Here’s your chance to carve some cool Jack O’ Lanterns! The Children’s Museum sponsors and hosts this event every year with food, fun, and music for the whole family. This is the perfect time to prepare for Halloween because there’s a free costume exchange - and free pumpkin decoration! Boo!

ANIMALS AND SPORTS Wienerschnitzel Weiner Nationals October 3 Qualcomm Stadium Rugby Fields San Diego, CA 92018 http://sandiegobowlgames.com/wiener-dog-races They’re cute, they’re cuddly, and they are blazingly fast! It’s the Indy 500 of wiener dog races and it’s happening in Qualcomm Stadium. Be there to see the finest daschunds race for a spot in the championship round at the Holiday Bowl Parade this December. Pacific Beach 5k October 3 Pacific Beach Thomas Ave. www.hpmovement.com Love to run or just play in the sand? Join the Pacific Beach 5k and you’ll certainly do both! Part of Pacific Beachfest, runners and walkers will complete a course that runs along the boardwalk and beach, and ends with an awesome bash! There will be professional beach volleyball and surfing for spectators, as well as food, and free giveaways.

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Del Mar International Horse Show October 7-18 Del Mar Fairgrounds www.sandiegomagazine.com/calendar/index.php/name/ Del-Mar-International-Horse-Show/event/30334 There’s world class horse racing at Del Mar Racetrack all year round, but October is special because the Horse Show comes to town. This show, which is an Olympic qualifier for show jumping, attracts some of the finest human and equestrian competitors in the world! Walk a Mile in Her Shoes October 8 MLK Promenade Park www.new.ywcasandiego.org Did you know that October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month? You can do your part to help combat the issue by participating in an event to raise awareness and money to help those who are affected in a fun way. Slip on those high heel shoes and try to walk for a mile! 15-inch Golf Tournament October 10 Mission Bay Golf Course https://sdjga.bluegolf.com/bluegolf/sdjga15/event/sdjga1547/ index.htm Even LPGA player Haley Moore had to start somewhere, and if you are interested in the sport of golf, this tournament is a great

opportunity. That’s because the golf cups are three times the size of normal golf holes, so the game’s easier and more fun for beginners. Plus, there’s a chance to win a trophy!

DANCE AND ENTERTAINMENT Without Walls Festival 2015 October 9-11 2910 La Jolla Village Dr La Jolla, CA 92037 www.lajollaplayhouse.org/wowfestival WOW! That’s the reaction you will have to this exciting festival of the arts. There will be dance troupes, theatre companies, and live musical performances for all attendees. Family Fun Day is the second day (October 10th) and will include exhibits and performances from your favorite local museums. Great Gatsby Ballet October 23-25 San Diego Civic Theatre www.californiaballet.org/great-gatsby What do you get when you combine one of the best American stories with talented dancers and angelic music? Why, the California Ballet’s performance of The Great Gatsby, of course! Anyone who loves live dance will be entranced by the classic love story told through tap, contemporary, and classic numbers.

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