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Beach schools may ponder breakaway from SDUSD’s grip De Beck pitches independent district erty] taxes or keep them at the same level while other districts San Diego Unified School Dis- are setting them upward,’” de trict (SDUSD) trustee John de Beck said. De Beck presented the plan to Beck is suggesting beach communities break away from other city administrators and parents in the schools and form their own dis- Point Loma Cluster Schools trict. He unveiled a plan for (PLCS) Foundation during a neighborly budschools on the get forum in the Peninsula, the Correia Middle beach comSchool auditorimunities, um April 22. Clairemont But cutting and adjacent the district in communities half, as depicted to form what in one version of he called the a possible San Diego mapped-out disCoastal UniJOHN DE BECK trict handed out fied School TRUSTEE, SDUSD BOARD OF EDUCATION to parents, takes District. a lot of work, de He said the Beck said. separate disCommunity trict would give more control to parents and organizers must collect signatures from 25 percent of regiscommunity leaders. Because property taxes pay for tered voters in the proposed new education, de Beck said, and district and hold a series of pubbecause a separate district would lic hearings before the idea is run more efficiently, the proposed placed before voters. De Beck new district could save taxpayer said the district could be established by 2014 with “no probdollars. “In time, [a coastal district] lem.” would be able to say to the local people: ‘Either reduce your [propSEE SCHOOLS, Page 5 BY SEBASTIAN RUIZ | THE BEACON

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Rescuers show how its done Fire-rescue boat personnel, top, demonstrate the use of the fire hose as lifeguard recruits watch from atop the Ocean Beach Pier on Sunday. The public rescue excercise was designed to educate recruits and demonstrate communications skiils between fire and lifeguard resources. Left, recruits from the 34th Regional Lifeguard Academy leap from the pier in an annual test of skills. Below, lifeguard Marc Brown leaps from San Diego Fire Department Copter 2 to rescue a PHOTOS BY KIRBY YAU | THE BEACON simulated victim, just north of the pier.

Faulconer outlines District 2 blueprint in address BY SEBASTIAN RUIZ | THE BEACON

District 2 Councilmember Kevin Faulconer says residents can look forward to slowly emerging infrastructure improvements in the many beach communities he represents, along with the city’s bustling downtown area. The councilman’s State of the District address exuded an air of political theater as he stood on the set of the musical play “Bed and Sofa” at the Cygnet Old Town Theatre on Twiggs Street on April 27. Faulconer said he would push for infrastructure improvements such as the Ocean Beach Gateway project and Mission Bay improvements that should begin this year. City finance

reforms and “streamlining city bureaucracy” remain his top priorities. “That means looking at how we’re spending money, bringing in competition for city services and asking our employees that they do a better job as well,” Faulconer said. Faulconer used the night’s platform to highlight community issues and taxpayer-funded projects. He said he expects the city to break ground on much-awaited intersection improvements for Rosecrans Street and Midway Drive by this summer. The project includes the expansion of the left-turn lanes for the Rosecrans Street and Sports Arena Boulevard as well. The project cost is estimated at about $400,000, according to city

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District 2 Councilmember Kevin Faulconer delivered his State of the District address Monday, pointing to accomplishments realized and challenges left to be met. Among the projects he said he will push are improvements to Rosecrans Street and Midway Drive, the Ocean Beach Gateway project and Mission Bay Park renovation.

council District 2 staff. Residents and business owners in the Midway area are also expected to update their community plan in the fall. Community plans offer guidelines for local business and residential development. “This [Midway community] plan is expected to help us decide how to write Sports Arena Boulevard’s next chapter and reduce traffic congestion,” Faulconer said. An estimated $4 million is also slated for Old Town entrance corridor improvements, including along Juan Street. Beryl Street in Pacific Beach also sits on a list for repaving and other

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Two hurt during fire at Point Loma home Two Point Loma residents were rushed to the hospital suffering from smoke inhalation after flames broke out at their Nipoma Street home April 25, according to fire officials. The fire occurred around 5 p.m. The blaze, which caused about $700,000 damage to the structure and its contents, was triggered when a candle ignited a blanket in an upstairs bedroom, according to San Diego Fire-Rescue Deparment spokesman Maurice Luque. Five engines and about 35 fire personnel responded to the blaze and managed to contain it in about a half-hour, Luque said. Contrary to initial news reports, no one was trapped in the secondFirefighters scrambled to control a blaze at a two-story home on Nipoma Street story area of the home, and the injuries to the residents of the shortly before 5 p.m. Sunday evening. COURTESY PHOTO BY MARK TRUVER

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Last week, the Taliban captured the world’s attention once more as armed fighters moved within 60 miles of Islamabad, the capital of Pakistan, raising fears of nuclear arms potentially falling into the hands of terrorists. However, Point Loma businessman Mir Ali, who was born and raised in Pakistan, said U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton’s suggestion last week that a small band of about 500 Taliban fighters was a serious threat to the capital of Pakistan is like saying that a group of white supremacists could threaten Washington D.C. Ali, or Mir to his friends and customers, owns the Mail Box Etc. store on Rosecrans Street. He had a successful building contractor business in Pakistan but moved his family to San Diego ten years ago so his children could attend American colleges. Ali still has friends in Pakistan and keeps up to date on current events there. Ali was asked how Pakistan could let a group of ragtag marauders potentially threaten its capital. Where was its military? Ali said, “the army hesitated to move on the Taliban because of ‘collateral damage.’ You have to be prepared to kill your own people.” However, on April 24, Pakistani Gen. Ashfaq Parvez Kayani, who replaced former Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf in 2007, decided the Taliban had gone too far and threatened to send the

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Army in full force. And what does “full force” mean? Ali said Americans shouldn’t worry about the Pakistani military. “The Pakistani armed forces were trained by the British, and with 650,000 soldiers, it is the seventh-largest army in the world,” Ali said. “And there’s no question of discipline. They followed Musharraf for nine years.” Ali added the situation is not clear-cut. “Historically, the Swat Valley, where the Taliban are now holed up, was ruled by Sharia law,” Ali said. “The people were used to the quick and inexpensive Islamic justice. But when Islamabad brought a modern judicial system to the area, the citizenry got

bogged down in lawsuits for many years. They never accepted the new form of law. So, with the backing of the Taliban, the area reverted back to the Sharia law, he said. “However, the Taliban created so much chaos that there was a complete breakdown of law and order. The new provincial government in the Northwest Frontier Province made a deal with the powerful Muslim cleric Sufi Mohammad, who wanted strict Islamic Sharia law. The local government agreed, an accord was reached and the armed Taliban disappeared. Law and order was restored, but it didn’t last.” On April 20, several wealthy nations pledged over $6 billion in aid to shore up the Pakistani government. But that aid reportedly came with many conditions. The Pakistani government balked at what it called micromanagement of the aid, and wouldn’t accept the conditions. “My personal view is that Pakistan let the (Taliban) situation go that far to frighten Washington into loosening the purse strings, and that is exactly what happened,” Ali said. “And the Taliban were moved back into the Swat Valley.” While Clinton and U.S. Special Envoy Richard Holbrooke worried about the militants closing in on the capital, Ali said the most worried parties involved should have been the 5 million to 6 million people who live in Islamabad — and they weren’t worried. “They are scared of the Taliban but not worried of being overtakSEE MERCHANT, Page 5

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More shopping mall, UCSD campus sex assaults linked BY ALYSSA RAMOS | THE BEACON

Police are investigating more than 10 sexual assaults reported around University City (UC) and the University of California, San Diego over the past year, officials announced Tuesday. Ten women in the University Town Center area and five women on campus have described similar incidents, UCSD police said. In summer 2008, about five UC women reported a college-age man wearing a dark hooded sweatshirt sneaking up behind them, grabbing their groins and buttocks and then fleeing, according to a Nov. 20, 2008 San Diego Police Department release. Most women described the attacker’s backside, police said. “The crimes occurred during darkness between the hours of 8 p.m. to 11 p.m.,” UCSDPD said regarding the five UTC incidents. Then the groper began targeting college students. From Nov. 25 through Dec. 8, 2008, a female student reported the first sexual attack on campus. Two to four other women reported similar additional attacks. A female student said she was cutting through the campus’s eucalyptus grove near the student health center Monday, Dec. 8 at about 6 p.m. when a male ran behind her and grabbed her groin and buttocks area, UCSDPD said. The woman screamed and turned but her attacker was running away. “The female described the suspect as a college-age male with an average build, wearing a dark-colored, hooded sweatshirt and loose-fitting jeans,” UCSDPD said, adding that the attacker did not use a weapon. “This incident and suspect are similar to a series of sexual battery cases in the Univer-

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sity Town Center area,” UCSDPD said. Ten University City women reported that a man either exposed himself or groped them in well-lit areas near Regents Road and Arriba Street, a San Diego Police Department bulletin said. “[Police] currently have no reason to believe these crimes are related to the rape that occurred at Mesa Housing on Nov. 7, 2008,” UCSDPD said. Police linked the Nov. 7 UCSD rape to a series of attacks near the university. The alleged rapist targeted lone Asian women entering their home, UCSD police said. Victims said he was white or Hispanic. Another woman reported a sexual assault Feb. 19, 2009 inside a UCSD parking lot, describing a college-age Asian attacker. “The suspect approaches the victim and either grabs her buttocks or crotch area; and-or exposes himself and then flees the area,” San Diego Police Department Capt. Shelley Zimmerman said in a press release. The man attacked or exposed himself to women in well-lit areas near Regents Road at Arriba Street and at the university, said District 1 San Diego City Council member Sherri Lightner. According to Lightner, police are increasing presence in the area. Lightner said she is working with police to catch the predator. Although one woman described the alleged groper as Asian, SDPD reported the attacker as a 20- to 25-year-old Hispanic or Middle Eastern man, 5 feet 4 to 5 feet 10 inches tall. Police are offering up to $1,000 for tips leading to an arrest, and are asking anyone with information to call Crime Stoppers, (888) 552-1700, or visit www.sdcrimestoppers.com.

Point Loma’s pleasant homes and gardens Residents were given an inside peek at some of the most beautiful landscapes and homes on the Peninsula during the Point Loma Garden Walk on April 25. Proceeds from the event went to benefit Rady Children’s Hospital and its craniofacial services. Top and below, a 1929 Spanish-style home on Alhambra Street had plenty of greening beauty to attract garden lovers. Left, the “Cliff House” on Guizot Street is a multi-tiered Mediterranean-style home with plenty of its PHOTOS BY PAUL HANSEN own charm and glamour.

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On April 17, 2009 at 12 noon, Robert E. Heninger peacefully passed away at home surrounded by his loving family, including his much-loved wife of 66 years, Martha, his devoted children Gregory, Johanna and Ann, and his grandchildren who loved and respected him. He was 84. Mr. Heninger was an important innovator and contributor to the education and music communities of San Diego. After World War II, Mr. Heninger attended the University of Southern California, where he studied music and composition under the guidance of his favorite

professor, Ingolf Dahl. He taught choral music at Point Loma High School for 11 years, where he led the award-winning Madrigal Singers, many of whom have remained devoted to him throughout the years. While at Point Loma, he assisted Robert Shaw, the director of the San Diego Symphony, in training the choir. Several of his compositions were performed in New York City and by the San Diego Symphony as well as other vocal and instrumental groups in the San Diego area. Along with fellow composer David McNair, Mr. Heninger created the San Diego Composers Forum. The forum

arranged performances for the music of aspiring young composers in San Diego. Heninger designed and organized the music department at San Diego Mesa College. While teaching at Mesa College, Mr. Heninger took two sabbaticals to study music theory and composition at the American Academy of Music in Paris under renowned professor Nadia Boulanger. After he retired from teaching, Mr. Heninger and his wife moved to Santa Barbara, where they lived for more than 10 years before returning to San Diego to live at Wesley Palms in Pacific Beach.

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improvements scheduled for this year, he said. The street improvements come from the city’s $103 million infrastructure bond funding Mayor Jerry Sanders announced in March, according to staff. Making progress on city finance reform will help beat back the estimated $1.2 billion in the unfunded retiree healthcare benefits debt that the city must eventually pay, Faulconer said. The establishment of an independent city auditor, who would report directly to the city audit committee, represents a driving force behind the city’s financial reforms, according to Faulconer. Faulconer voted along with the rest of the City Council to cut compensation to city employees to save an estimated $30 million next fiscal year. The city faces an estimated $60 million budget shortfall. Faulconer also backed Sanders’ plan for managed competition for city-provided services as a way to run the city more efficiently. The city’s managed competition process is currently on hold until Sanders

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Polly Traylor, PLCS Foundation president, said she likes the progressive thinking behind de Beck’s idea. “At least something like that has been discussed within our foundation so we can have more autonomy,” Traylor said. PLCS Foundation board member Shelli Kurth said the board has been looking for “solutions to make things more manageable.” While a separate district may be cheaper to run and provide more local control, parents are seeking

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en,” Ali said. “Pakistan has everything that you need to be a strong country, in spite of the problems,” Ali said. “When elections are free and fair

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The Ocean Beach Historical Society (OBHS) is looking for a few good photos — from you. The OBHS is launching its 15th annual OB Exposed! photography contest and exhibit in its bid to grow the historical society’s archives chronicling the Peninsula area’s visual history. The popular event will be highlighted by the exhibit on Friday, May 15 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. The deadline for entry is Wednesday, May 8. Submissions should be turned in at James Gang Graphics,

1931 Bacon St. in Ocean Beach. Each entry will cost $1, according to Pat James, OBHS president. The May 15 exhibit takes place at the Masonic Center, 1711 Sunset Cliffs Blvd. in Ocean Beach. The photo contest is open to all age levels, style and experience, and submissions may be either color or black and white, James said. The only caveat is that the entries must have been taken in Ocean Beach or Point Loma. Categories include: • best in show; • best color; • best vintage (historic photos); • best special effects; • best child’s under 16; and • people’s choice (voted on by show attendees). There will be another category for professional photographers whose work will be displayed but will not be part of the judging, said James. Submissions must be matted or mounted on card stock or other art paper and not have frames. This year’s awards presenter will be Ocean Beach resident Noah

comes before the City Council with a detailed plan — something Faulconer said he expects to happen later this year. The councilman also addressed quality of life issues. He praised the citywide beach alcohol ban for creating safer beaches, while asking Mission Beach residents to “stay tuned” for future infrastructure improvements. Expected revenue from the voterapproved Mission Bay revenuesharing measure promises to fulfill an estimated $200,000 to $300,000 backlog of improvements at Mission Bay, including expanding wetlands and completion of pedestrian walkways, Faulconer said. Voters approved the Mission Bay Park measure in November. The ordinance allows for about $20 million in lease revenue generated from Mission Bay to go toward improvements at Mission Bay Park itself instead of into the city’s general fund. “Making sure that with our new Mission Bay monies, that it’s being spent for the public and environment,” he said. “I’m very excited to get started on that in July.” Faulconer said residents can also look forward to more development near Downtown as the Centre City

Development Corporation continues to acquire land in East Village communities. Faulconer touched briefly on addressing the need for transitional housing while offering medical and employment resources for downtown’s homeless population. Peninsula Community Planning Board member Donna Kaup attended the councilman’s address. Many in the community showed support for Faulconer, but there’s still a lot of work to be done, she said. Greg Finley, a Peninsula resident, said he thinks Faulconer is doing a good job overall as the council representative for District 2. “I’d like to see him lead us to the big gorilla facing the [Peninsula] community, and that’s the airport,” Finley said. San Diego International Airport development at Lindbergh Field has long been an issue for Peninsula residents concerned about the potential for increased traffic along North Harbor Drive and neighborhoods exposed to jet noise. Faulconer’s district seat covers several prominent San Diego communities, including La Jolla, Midway, North Bay, Bankers Hill, Park West, downtown, Little Italy and Point Loma.

solutions to the current district’s budget problems. The district approved a slate of budget cuts in March to save SDUSD an estimated $100 million. Cuts at the time included the elimination of busing students to magnet schools, slightly increased class sizes and mandatory work furloughs, among other reductions. Part of the plan included having two schools with fewer students share a single principal. Board trustees, however, took that option off the table during a meeting April 28, also agreeing to reinstate districtwide busing to magnet schools. This board’s original action to share principals represented a

problem for Cabrillo Elementary School parent Julie Cramer. She said the district should directly include organizations like the Point Loma Cluster Schools Foundation in the decision-making process. “When it came to Cabrillo [Elementary School], we were out of the loop in what was clearly a decision that would most affect our cluster,” Cramer said. Asked by one audience member what parents should do to get their point across to other district trustees over future budget decisions, de Beck replied: “Go to the meetings … bang your fists, do whatever it takes.”

in Pakistan, the religious parties get 1 percent or less of the votes — so what does that tell you? The people of Pakistan are not that religious and they don’t vote along religious lines. They are politically oriented. It is in the Pakistani interest to control the Taliban.” Ali’s perspective as a Pakistani

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Taffola, who received a media award for his “Wonderland” series that airs on KPBS-TV. The Ocean Beach Historical Society’s archives are currently housed at the Point Loma United Methodist Church, 1984 Sunset Cliffs Blvd. — the same location the OBHS has its monthly meetings. For more information, call (619) 225-1753, or visit www.obhistory.wordpress.com.

benefits by helping the campus conserve energy and water usage, said officials. Tracy Le, SGA director of communications, said the university uses an average of 1.5 gallons of water to wash one rack of trays, with each rack holding about 10 trays. Since about 2,500 guests on average visit the PLNU cafeteria daily, university officials said that equates to about 250 racks per day. Without trays, PLNU will be saving around 375 gallons of water per and 2,625 gallons of water PLNU launches new water day every week. With the cafeteria now conservation plan going completely trayless, PLNU Point Loma Nazarene University officials said they will be conserving (PLNU), which has already around 10,500 gallons of water embarked on several environmen- each month. tally friendly projects and programs across campus, has now gone even Sammy’s pizza fires up more green, said university officials. In mid-April PLNU’s Student Gov- teacher ‘thank you’ ernment Association (SGA) officialSammy’s Woodfired Pizza chain ly agreed to discontinued its use of will celebrate the dedication of local trays in the university’s cafeteria. This change is expected to reap SEE BRIEFS, Page 7

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OB/Pt.Loma defy real estate market trend for the better parison to only four sold listings in Old Town and Ocean Beach. Throughout the county, the average number of sold listings per ZIP code was 16, with the highest number being 73 listings in Encanto. These communities’ year-todate sold listings reflect a similar trend, with Point Loma selling only 22 listings and Ocean Beach and Old Town selling 15 By ERIK WEICHELT, San Diego and 11, respectively. In compariAssociation of Realtors son, there are areas in the county that have sold as many as 200 There has been a lot of talk properties to date. about whether or not San It is likely that the smaller Diego’s real estate market is number of sold listings is a improving. Buyers and sellers alike are keeping a close eye on reflection of the higher median pricing and sales volume in their prices that are found in these area to weed through the specu- three areas. Also, many sales occurring now are for first-time lation and find the answers. The real estate market can be home buyers, while Point Loma, Ocean Beach and Old Town are analyzed simply by reporting traditionally more “move up” monthly statistics, including neighborhoods. Point Loma median price, the average days currently has the 7th-highest on the market and the total median price in the county. With sales volume for each ZIP code. a year-to-date median price of The San Diego Association of $778,500, Point Loma’s median REALTORS® (SDAR) analyzes is higher than the median price these numbers monthly and of 91 other communities and is uses the local trends to shape more than double the countypredictions for the market as a wide median, which is whole. This month, SDAR $325,000. pulled statistics for Point Loma, Ocean Beach and Old Town’s Ocean Beach and Old Town, and year-to-date median numbers the results are telling. decreased 21.4 percent and While the countywide numbers can still be considered a bit 10.3 percent, respectively, but their median prices for March ambiguous, the numbers in remain competitive and still conthese three areas are clearly pointing to positive trending and siderably higher than the counan improvement in the local real tywide number. Ocean Beach’s estate market. All three of these median price in March landed at communities had a higher medi- $640,000 and Old Town’s at $515,000. an price in March of 2009 than Overall, when you evaluate in March of 2008, and in the current economy that pattern is the real estate market in these three communities, the outcome not the norm. These communities are, in fact, those out of only looks promising. It appears that higher-priced homes are still ten ZIP codes that saw an selling at a competitive rate. increase. Median price is trending Out of the ten communities upward from the previous with a raise in median price for March, there are only six with a month, further emphasizing that now is a perfect time to buy. If higher year-to-date median you are looking to sell or buy in price for 2009 than the same period in 2008. Point Loma was these communities, make sure you have knowledgeable experts one such exceptional ZIP code. on your side. You’ll want to It’s safe to say that while the work with a lender who can increase in median price is not help you with your loan prothe trend for the entire county, gram options, and a REALTOR® Point Loma is seeing an excepwho has access to the best tion. The number of sold listings in resources and can make the these three communities was in most out of your transaction in today’s market. contradiction to countywide trending. While most San Diego — Erik Weichelt is the 2009 ZIP codes have been experiencpresident of the San Diego Assoing a high number of sold listciation of REALTORS®. SDAR ings, Point Loma, Ocean Beach serves as a resource for inforand Old Town were only in the mation on the local real estate single digits for the month of March. Point Loma had the most market, providing monthly statistics and analysis to the sold listings last month with six general public. homes sold. This was in com-

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JROTC riflery at school sites after all? The wishy-washy school board majority earlier said no to The city of San Diego has a guns, then backtracked to say gap between city income and that guns are OK until the kids city expenses and Mayor Jerry Sanders and City Council started have a chance to participate in interscholastic riflery competiclosing the gap by cutting tions this spring. expenses. Now it's spring and Mr. RoseThe state of California has a mann materializes, touting gap between state income and state expenses, and the solutions "firearms marksmanship" as an Olympic sport, less dangerous of Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger than football and with a safe and the Legislature are tax school record. increases, which they call All this, weeks after my letter reforms. They raised the sales tax, income tax and car tax and and within one week of the 10reduced the child credit by $200 year anniversary of the Columbine High School tragedy. per child and call that reform. Contrary to Mr. Rosemann's The Howard Jarvis Taxpayers assertion, my statement stands: Association says the increases JROTC's sponsors (the local miliamount to $16 BILLION dollars tary establishment) should in tax hikes. Now they are asking us to vote yes on Proposition arrange for marksmanship training to occur at more secure 1A to extend the increases an venues than San Diego public additional 2 years. Should we say “no” to these tax-increasing high school facilities. Guns of any kind and for any politicians and try to elect some purpose do not belong on high expense-cutting politicians to state offices at the next election? school campuses. Period. To pretend that guns are analogous Don French to knives in cooking class or Point Loma needles in sewing class is disingenuous, and besides, I don't think home economics classes No tuna bake, no are offered anymore. No more aprons, no guns tuna bake, no more aprons, no more guns. Ed Rosemann cavils with my position that JROTC in San Frances O'Neill Zimmerman Diego public high schools [like La Jolla Point Loma High School] should move all riflery programs and guns off-campus ASAP. Could it Offshore fish farming be that he is gearing up as part is a bad idea of a well-known organized progun lobby to urge the school Offshore fish farming is a board to make permanent its BAD idea (“Researchers eye waffle on guns and just leave coastal fish farm off shores of

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NEWS PLNU earns GSAC title, NAIA playoff appearance

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The Point Loma Nazarene University (PLNU) baseball team is gearing up for the Golden State Athletic Conference (GSAC) Tournament that starts next Monday. What’s more, the team has a guaranteed spot in the National Athletic Interscholastic Association (NAIA) playoffs after the Sea Lions clinched the program’s first GSAC title in five years — its third such title. Point Loma is 34-11 overall and has a 27-8 conference record, leading to an outright conference championship. The Sea Lions’ success this year can be attributed to a strong pitching staff and a deep batting lineup. Senior pitcher Andrew Bovich posted a perfect record (10-0) in the regular season. Thanks to Bovich’s sterling consistency on the mound, Point Loma was able to avoid a long losing streak this season, suffering only a three-game losing stretch. The offense did not have an individual standout player this season because most of the lineup had stellar seasons. The three senior outfielders, Kurt Steinhauer (.350, 11 home runs), Kaohi Downing (.348, 10 home runs) and Mike Miles each batted over .340. And despite missing most of the season, second baseman Alex Cameron hit .333 in 99 at-bats. A pair of juniors — third baseman Wes Kartch (.323) and first baseman Steven Winnick (.297) — also contributed at the plate for the Sea Lions. Utility player Travis McCleary additionally gave the offense a boost with a .323 average and nine home runs. Even if PLNU does not win the upcoming GSAC Tournament, it has clinched an automatic berth in the nationals. “It is nice to have that in the back of your mind but we are trying to get hot going into the playoffs,” said PLNU head baseball coach Joe Schaeffer. “We would rather be able to host a firstround game instead of traveling somewhere, so it is important for us to win the conference tournament.” The Sea Lions enter the postseason in relatively good physical health, with only junior Adam Herter out of action. According to Schaeffer, Herter is likely to miss the rest of the playoffs. The good news for PLNU is that second baseman Cameron has recently returned after a wrist injury that kept him out for a good portion of the year. Junior pitcher Chad Blauer also returns from an injury to help solidify the pitching staff. This season has been a major improvement over the 2008 season, when the Sea Lions finished 28-23 overall and 20-16 in the GSAC. Schaeffer said he has been pleasantly surprised with the results thus far. “I thought we had as good a team on paper as anyone and figured our pitching staff would be improved, but the questions coming into this year would be how well our new guys would do,”

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Among the key contributors to the Point Loma Nazarene University baseball team’s success this season have been Andrew Bovich, above, who posted a perfect record at 10-0 this season and Kurt Steinhauer, below, who batted .350 COURTESY PHOTOS with 11 home runs.

educators Tuesday, May 5 during Teacher Appreciation Day. All Sammy’s in San Diego on that day will offer a “thank you” to all San Diego teachers with a free tapa menu item with purchase. Educators need only flash their current teacher identification at lunch or dinner to savor any of the 18 tapas, including: • mini duck tacos with feta cheese, Roma tomatoes, cabbage and creamy tomato-cilantro sauce; • baba ghanoush with herb flatbread; or • parmesan-crusted artichokes filled with goat cheese and served with creamy herb dressing. Sammy’s Woodfired Pizza has restaurants at Liberty Station in Point Loma, in La Jolla and downtown, among others. For a list of all stores and locations, visit www.sammyspizza.com.

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Schaeffer said. “They ended up playing well, which answered those questions.” Despite clinching the conference championship with three games remaining in the regular season and an automatic berth in the NAIA Tournament, the Sea Lions are still focused on the ultimate goal of a national champi-

onship. “They are hungry going into the playoffs,” Schaeffer said. “We’ve been relaxed the past few games but the players know what is in front of them and have a very businesslike attitude as they go into the conference tournament and the first round of the nationals.”

At a convocation April 14, two Point Loma/Ocean Beach students from Bishop’s School were recognized as receiving membership into the Cum Laude Society. The event, which took place at St. James by-the-Sea Church in La Jolla, shone the spotlight on Sam Brier and Victoria Tecca. Brier and Tecca were recognized by Bishop’s Headmaster Michael Teitelman as being among 28 members of the class of 2009 to be inducted into the society. Brier is the son of Barbara Regan and Roy Warfield; Tecca is the daughter of Dr. Donald and Betsy Tecca.

The Cum Laude Society was founded in 1906 for the purpose of recognizing superior scholarship in independent school students. The founding model was very much like Phi Beta Kappa at the collegiate level, which recognizes and encourages true academic scholarship. Today, Cum Laude has grown to 350 chapters mostly in the United States; over 300 chapters are in the independent school arena. The Bishop’s chapter was founded in 1956.

Karl Strauss Beach to Brewery fest on tap Karl Strauss Brewing Company will hold its sixth annual Beach to Brewery festival on May 9 from 2 to 7 p.m. at the Pacific Beach Brewery, 5985 Santa Fe Street. Guests can sample 20 different beers for 20 years, including special anniversary brews, along with a different cask that will be tapped every hour. Tours will be given of the recent brewery expansion that has enabled the company to bottle its beer in-house. Playing at the festival will be musical groups Tapes ‘N Tapes, Delta Spirit, Get Back Loretta and Stranger. The event will benefit the Surfrider Foundation as well as celebrate the brewery’s 20th anniversary. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. Parking is limited, and free shuttles will run from the Pacific Beach Library and DustyRhodes Park in Ocean Beach throughout the day. Visitors are also encouraged to ride their bicycles. For more information or to purchase tickets visit www.karlstrauss.com.

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The Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center (SKCC) filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy Friday, April 17, calling the legal filings a larger research center’s opportunity – and revealing the nearby Burnham Institute for Medical Research’s interest in the nonprofit’s assets. “Talks are ongoing to allow Burnham to acquire the largest building on the Kimmel campus where much of the scientific research is being done,” said John C. Reed, Burnham’s president and CEO. “If this can be accomplished, Burnham will work closely with SKCC to transition their existing research grants to Burnham, where researchers will be able to temporarily continue their work with as little disruption as possible.” Burnham Institute and the other lifescience centers on the Torrey Pines mesa collaborate to move forward, Reed said, and those nonprofit research centers respect SKCC’s accomplishments. “The filing will provide a legal framework and opportunity for the independent cancer research center to be purchased by another entity — ideally another nonprofit research institute with a compatible mission,” SKCC chief executive officer Jan D’Alvise said in a press release. D’Alvise said SKCC’s board of trustees determined the nonprofit research center had run out of economic options. “In assessing the center’s financial realities against the challenges presented by the larger economic circumstances that all nonprofit institutions like SKCC are currently facing, the board of directors decided that there were no other options,” D’Alvise said. Executives said that SKCC would auction the organization’s assets during Chapter 11 proceedings. In 2008, Burnham collaborated with

three nearby nonprofit research science centers, including Salk Institute for Biological Studies, The Scripps Research Institute and University of California, San Diego (UCSD). The group formed the Sanford Consortium for Regenerative Medicine (SCRM). The consortium recently released a draft environmental impact report for the 135,000-square-foot research facility project located at UCSD. Officials for SCRM said the consortium’s plans are on track. Although the organization was waiting for a $43 million state grant awarded by the California Institute for Regenerative Medicine (CIRM), officials said that funding came through last week. Philanthropist T. Denny Sanford of Sioux Falls, S.D., donated $30 million to SCRM in September 2008. The SKCC was founded in 1990 in an effort to convert “laboratory discoveries into nontoxic treatments for cancer,” the organization’s website said. Nearly 20 years later, SKCC researches five programs, including immunology, vascular biology, genomics, cancer cell biology and drug development. SKCC redirects therapy from normal tissue to cancer cells and those that cancer depends on, according to SKCC, which reduces toxicity and increases effectiveness. The center also uses gene therapy (genomics) to individualize cancer therapies. “It is important to the board and to Sidney Kimmel, our benefactor, that the core mission of SKCC as embodied in the scientific research of the center’s faculty continues unabated,” D’Alvise said. For more information about the SKCC, visit www.skcc.org. For more information about Burnham, visit www.burnham.org.

Salomon Theatre of Point Loma Nazarene University is producing “Urinetown: The Musical.” COURTESY PHOTO

PLNU lets it all go with ‘Urinetown’ satire With San Diego’s impending mandatory water rationing, consumption enforcement and “toilet-to-tap” plans, Salomon Theatre of Point Loma Nazarene University (PLNU) appears to have chosen a timely performance of “Urinetown: The Musical,” a satire written by Greg Kotis. The cast members, including Point Loma actor Greg Henninger, work together as an ensemble to tell a hilarious tale of greed, corruption, love and saving the world in a time when water is worth its weight in gold. The production takes place in a Gothamlike city where a horrible water shortage — caused by drought — has led to a government-enforced ban on private toilets. The citizens must now use public amenities, regulated by a single company that prof-

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Plenty of musical treats on tap for local venues • Greg Ginn & The Taylor Texas Corrugators: Thursday, April 30 at Winston’s, 1921 Bacon St. 9:30 p.m. 21 and up. Cover: $8. Though the name Greg Ginn might not ring a bell on first listen for anyone other than die-hard music fans, pop culture might be vastly different without him. Performing at Winston’s on Thursday, April 30 with his latest combo, The Taylor Texas Corrugators, guitarist Ginn is best known for his work with seminal late ’70s-era punk band Black Flag — one of the most exciting bands to ever take the stage. These days, Ginn is performing with a country swing group. While the tempo has slowed a bit, it’s still played with intensity, and the fretwork is instantly recognizable. It’s ironic that no less than Rolling Stone, a corporate magazine that many in the punk movement were at odds with during the ’70s, has recently cited Ginn as one the 100 greatest guitarists of all time. • Jon Goodhue: Friday, May 1 at Dream Street, 2228 Bacon St. 10 p.m. 21 and up. www.myspace.com/jongoodhue. Fans of classic rock sounds will want to check out John Goodhue, appearing on May 1 at Dream Street. Part of an eclectic bill showcasing new talent, which includes artists ranging from progressive/alternative rocker Quincey to acoustic songwriter John January, Goodhue stands out

with songwriting that’s as heavy on the hook as it is on the beat. His best tracks, such as “When the Sunlight Hits Your Eyes,” display an anthemic quality that make sthem instantly memorable. Goodhue has been performing primarily solo in recent months, but this will be a full band set, showcasing material from his recent album “Release Me.” • Nathan James: Tuesday, May 5, Humphrey’s Backstage Lounge, 2241 Shelter Island Drive, 7 p.m. 21 and up. www. nathandjames.com Oddly, there are two local performers hitting the stage under the name Nathan James, but in this case we refer to one of the Southland’s best acoustic blues guitarists, as heard in the likes of HBO-TV’s series “Cathouse.” Though San Diego’s blues scene is still a fairly underground movement, a growing number of players are making a splash on the worldwide stage. Names like Earl Thomas, Candye Kane and TomCat Courtney are now revered in Europe for their take on blues and Americana. You can add James, who performs at Humphrey’s Backstage Lounge on May 5, to the list. He’s had a particularly good past year, winning a 2008 San Diego Music Award for best album “Hollerin’,” with significant touring to his credit, including shows with Fabulous Thunderbirds singer Kim Wilson. This show kicks off another month on the road for James. This time he is heading to

The Payback will perform at the Ocean Beach Farmers Market on May 6 to help debut its new album.

Scandinavia, where his slide guitar when he appears at the farmers work has elevated him to the status market. Ranging from indie rockers like “State of Mind” to hypnotof guitar hero. ic acoustic tracks such as “Wait• John Miller: Wednesday, May ing,” Miller’s music is high on the 6 at Ocean Beach Farmers Mar- hook quotient without being obviket, Newport Avenue and Bacon ous. Indeed, the latter song veers Street, 6 p.m. All ages. close to Leonard Cohen territory, www.myspace.com/johnmillerm in both lyrics and aural setting, marking Miller as more than just usic The Ocean Beach Farmers Mar- your average tunesmith. ket may not be considered a music • Rip Carson: Wednesday, May venue, but thanks to local music booster Chuck Schiele, it’s become 6. The Harp, 4935 Newport Ave. 9 21 and up. a prime showcase for San Diego’s p.m. acoustic music talent and a great www.myspace.com/ripcarsonboo place to try out new material. Such king Ocean Beach is not the first place is the case with songwriter John Miller. Miller and his band The in San Diego where you’d expect to Payback debut a new album May find rockabilly thriving, but thanks 9 at O’Connell’s, but music fans to Rip Carson and the Carcin-ocan take an early listen on May 6, Genics, Wednesday evenings at

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The Harp, have become a favorite for both swing dancers and aficionados of ’50s-eraera music. Carson’s sound is authentic down to the last vocal quiver, mixing in influences ranging from country singer Roy Acuff to more pop-oriented performers such as Ricky Nelson, everything played with passion and vintage gear. The trio format can often leave something lacking in sound, but with Carson as frontman that’s never an issue. His playing has already led him into the world of session musicians, but it’s live where his six-string work truly shines. Music lovers will be amazed to hear so much melody emerge from only three musicians. — Compiled by Bart Mendoza

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cation. Saturday, May 9, 9 a.m. to noon, the Friends of Famosa Slough host a work party to plant and care for native plants, remove invasive species and pick up litter at the salt marsh wetlands. Participants are urged to wear work clothes and bring gloves and gardening/weeding Saturday, May 9, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Voices of Women (VOW) will tools or clippers if they have them. Refreshments and some host students from the Cambio tools and gloves will be provided. Club at High Tech High InternaParticipants are asked to meet at tional (HTHI) as students teach the southeast corner of West both adults and children how to Point Loma Boulevard and make reusable grocery bags. HTHI students hope to make and Famosa Boulevard in the Ocean sell enough bags to build a school Beach/Point Loma area. For more information, call (619) 224-4591 in South America. Materials will Participants from Vanguard Productions of Westminster Presbyterian Church in Point Loma performed scenes from “Macor visit www.famosaslough.org. be provided and each bag will beth” during the San Diego Shakespeare Society Student Festival held in Balboa Park on April 25. Vanguard performers cost $7 with a two-bag minimum. joined about 400 other participants from schools throughout San Diego. Participants were, from left, Calli Quessenberry, Wednesday, May 13, 10 a.m., The event takes place at the HerHailey Mashburn (voted best actor), Brooke Justus, Clifton McKenzie, Christian and Daniel Soldau, Erica Malachowski (last the Point Loma Garden Club vey/Point Loma Branch Library, COURTESY PHOTO year’s best actor), Sloane Quessenberry, Frederick Persons, director Tom Haine and Joshua Persons. hosts its monthly meeting themed 3701 Voltaire St. Registrations “A Camera in Your Garden.” The must be made by today, April 30 gry, and a free-will offering will open meeting will feature tips, by e-mailing • Thursday, May 28, spring tion Week. be held at intermission. The techniques, a slide show and rsvp@voicesofwomen.org. For open house. • Tuesday, May 5, 3:35 to 4 church is located at 1984 Sunset ideas on how to use garden phomore information, visit • Thursday, June 4, 9 to 11 p.m., popcorn sales after school. Cliffs Blvd. For more information, a.m., Pastry with Patty. tographs for life enhancement. www.voicesofwomen.org. • Thursday, May 7, 1:05 to 1:30 The event takes place at the Por- call (619) 224-2995, or visit • Thursday, June 4, 5 to 9 p.m., p.m., pizza and bake sales after www.pointlomaumc.org. tuguese Hall, 2818 Avenida de Saturday, May 9, 9 to 11:30 spring concert/art department school. Portugal. For more information, a.m., the Jenna Druck Foundashowcase. tion hosts a leadership workshop, visit www.plgc.org. SCHOOLS OB ELEMENTARY “Building the Heart of CommuniLOMA PORTAL CORREIA Friday, May 15, the Point Loma cation for Girls and Women,” • Friday, May 1, Mother’s Day United Methodist Church hosts a designed to honor the relationnarratives due; 4th-graders to • Wednesday, May 6, 6 to 7:30 • Today, April 30, 1:05 to 1:30 two-pronged benefit dinner and ships between teen girls and the SeaWorld. p.m., Correia Association meetp.m., pizza and bake sales after concert for Fishes and Loaves to women who support them. • Monday, May 4, beginning of ing. school. Young women’s leadership teams raise money to feed the hungry. • Wednesday, May 13, 4:15 to • Today, April 30, 7 p.m., Foun- Teacher Appreciation Week; Start From 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., a with youth master trainer Tia Art recycling project; 2:15 p.m., 5:45 p.m., SSC meeting. dation Family Dinner Night at Ross of Motivating the Teen Spir- spaghetti dinner will be held at a afterschool basketball. • May 16-23, 8th grade East Panda Express, 3146 Sports it. Registration is $5 and scholar- cost of $5 a person or $15 a fam- Coast expedition. • Tuesday, May 5, CST testing. Arena Blvd., No. 2. For more ily. At 7 p.m. a classic rock conships are available. The event • Wednesday, May 6, CST test• Tuesday, May 19, 2 to 3 p.m., information, call (619) 223-1683. takes place in Marina Village. For cert will be held in the church ing; 2:15 p.m. Chess Club. Correia Middle School campus • Today, April 30, 8:30 a.m. to sanctuary with music by The details and registration, visit • Thursday, May 7, Bank Day; tours. 2:30 p.m., blood and bone marBlonde Brothers. The entrance www.jdleadership.org/calendar/• Monday, May 25, no school row drive in auditorium. fee is a bag of food for the hunbuilding-the-heart-of-communifor Memorial Day. • May 4-8, Teacher AppreciaSEE CALENDAR, Page 11 Monday, May 4, 6:45 p.m., Sunset Cliffs Natural Park Council meets. The meeting takes place at the Cabrillo Recreation Center, 3051 Canon St. For more information, call (619) 222-9719, or visit www.calsnet.net/sunsetcliffs.

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CST testing; Dance Club, Spanish Club and Art Club after school; 4 to 6 p.m., Partnerships Recognition event at SeaWorld.

• Monday, May 25, no classes for Memorial Day. • Friday, May 29, 7:45 a.m., principal’s chat for all parents in library.

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• Today, April 30, student awards. SACRED HEART • Today, April 30, 1:45 p.m., SSC meeting. • Friday, May 1, noon dis• Through May 13, STAR testmissal. ing for grades 2 through 4. • Sunday, May 3, 10 a.m. to 1 • Friday, May 1, 6 to 8 p.m., p.m., retirement reception for Ms. Gogo Global Spring Dance in Zapata. auditorium. • May 4-8, $1 free dress each day for Rady Children’s Hospital. • Monday, May 4. 2:15 p.m., WARREN-WALKER Festival Pep Rally; 7 p.m., Principal’s Advisory Commission meets • May 1, 1:30 p.m., kinderin art lab. garten play; public is welcome. • Tuesday, May 5, 8:30 a.m., For reservations, call (619) 223Parent Association Board meets 3663. in art lab; 3rd-graders to New • Through May 6, new spring Children’s Musuem; 1 p.m., Old session of yoga. Town Heritage for grades K-3. • Friday, May 8, Spirit Day. • Wednesday, May 6, StandUp for Kids collection day; 9 a.m., ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT all-school picture day; 3 p.m., SHA band lessons. Through May 2, various times, • Friday, May 8, noon disSalomon Theatre of Point Loma missal; 5 to 7 p.m., sports pizza Nazarene University will present party. “Urinetown: The Musical,” starring Point Loma actor Greg Henninger. The musical satire tells a SILVER GATE hilarious tale of greed, corruption, love and saving the world in a • Today, April 30, Student time when water is worth its Council Family Lunch. • Friday, May 1, FSG silent auc- weight in gold. Showtimes are April 28-May 2 at 7 p.m., May 2 at tion, Bay View Room at Marine 3 p.m., and May 3 at 5 p.m. The Corps Recruit Depot. production takes place at the • Friday, May 8, 7:15 a.m., Salomon Theatre, 3900 Lomaland Mother’s Day breakfast. Drive. General admission is $12 • Friday, May 15, Student for all performances, although Council family movie night. student prices are available from • May 18-22, book fair all April 28 through April 30. For week. tickets and information, call (619) • Thursday, May 21, open 849-2605 or (619) 849-2433. house. ACROSS 1 Crack in the earth 6 Bridge 10 Tortes 15 Rocket platform 18 Tennessee - Ford 19 Makes points 21 - and kicking 22 Indian garment 23 Summed 24 Knitted fabric 25 Barkin or Burstyn 26 Aqua 27 Old French coin 28 Collision 29 Illegal burning 31 Sartor 33 Woody plant 35 Desire 36 Anti-slip device 37 Surging 38 Artless 40 Kind of plant 41 Indigo dye 42 City in Wisconsin 44 Challenger 45 Sand hill 47 Went quickly 51 Felt hat 52 Modest restaurant 53 Commix 55 High card 56 Love 57 Skillful 58 - Alva Edison 60 Express 62 Melody 63 Flyer's fatigue (2 wds.) 65 Singles 66 Coal 67 Chem. or biol., e.g. 68 Fit to - 69 - Stanley Gardner 71 Field or Struthers 73 A letter 75 According to 76 Verily 77 Actress - Thurman 78 Clock numerals 81 Incantation 83 Bombs and bullets 84 Federal agents (hyph.)

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Wednesday, May 20, 7 p.m., the Friends of the Hervey/Point Loma Branch Library hosts the Peninsula Singers as they hold their annual free spring concert and a silent auction to help defray the cost of a planned performance in May 2010 at Carnegie Hall. The popular community choir will perform at the library, 3701 Voltaire St. For more information, call (619) 5311539.

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Theory. Tickets are $25 in advance, $30 at the door. • Wednesday, May 6, 7 p.m., Oh No Not Stereo performs with The Photo Atlas and Bending Planets. Tickets are $10. • Thursday, May 7, 7 p.m., Pullman Standard performs with Dakota Fish, Veronica May and

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Through June 7, “Off the Wall” exhibition by renowned Maine quilt artist Elizabeth Busch at Quilt Visions Art Quilt Gallery. The gallery is located at 2825 Dewey Road, Suite 100 at the NTC Promenade. For more information, call (619) 546-4872 or visit www.quiltvisions.org.

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Camp Shane Camp Shane, the longest running youth weight loss and fitness camp for kids, has opened a new camp in a beautiful 300 acre setting in Arizona. Parents have entrusted Camp Shane to help fight childhood obesity since 1968. “Instead of focusing solely on dieting, Camp Shane is an exciting and educational program that helps teach children realistic and achievable ways to maintain a healthy lifestyle,” says David Ettenberg, Owner/Director of Camp Shane. Camp Shane Arizona offers two-, four- or six-week programs with an optional and extensive horsemanship program: campshanearizona.com.

Summer Starts June 8th at Mission Bay Youth Water Sports Camp! Make sure that this summer your children are staying active and having fun at Mission Bay Youth Water Sports Camp. At this weeklong day camp your camper will learn to wakeboard, surf, sail, kayak, or windsurf in the mornings, and get to tryout all of the rest of the sports in

the afternoons. You don’t even have to travel to experience vacation fun. This camp offers fun and challenging learning experience right here in San Diego, adding excitement and new experiences to your child’s summer plans. Full and half-day camps are available. Financial aid is also

available for families in need. Call (858) 539-2003 for more information or to enroll today, or see their website at watersportscamp.com.

PACIFIC BEACH SURF CAMP We provide everything! • Week-Long Camps (June 1–Aug. 28) • 1/2 Day Camps 9am-12pm, 1pm-4pm • Full Day Camps 9am-3:30pm (lunch included)

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June 22–July 31 • Ages 3-5 & 6-12 • 9am–4pm hrough a variety of fun-filled activities, children will enjoy the excitement of new languages French, Chinese and Spanish. Learn about other cultures in theme-based activities, such as “Le tour de France,” “Nature et découverte/” Nature and Discovery: choice of pottery, dance, circus, theater; “Fly to China”, “Uno dos tres vamonos,” and “Les Olympiades,” (sports and Lego activities) $285 per week

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High Tech High June 29–August 7 Choose from three summer enrichment day camps: Village Academy (grades 1–6), High Tech Middle Academy (grades 6–9), and High Tech High Academy (grades 9–12). Sixty unique project options include robotics, art, rocketry, writing, filmmaking, graphic design, music, animation, game programming and more! The cost is $225–$348 per week. Please call 619-243-5025, or visit high techhigh.org/summer

Please come join us at the La Jolla YMCA’s Summer Camp Program From June 16th–September 4th. We will serve your children with compassion, patience, skill and respect. Our goal is to introduce children to as many new experiences as possible and help each child feel confident and secure in a fun camping environment. We are dedicated to shaping the lives of our youth and to create friendships and memories that last a lifetime. Our Day Camp offers Traditional Camps, Sports Camps, Gymnastics Camps, Specialty Camps (i.e., Indiana Jones, Fencing, Legoland, Equestrian, Wilderness Survival and much more) and Preschool Enrichment programs, on a weekly basis. Please contact Grace Ihn for more information at 858-453-3483 Ext. 120 or gihn@ymca.org

Expanding the Horizons of San Diego Youth As summer approaches many of the children in our community will go from days filled with the familiar structure of school to ones of loneliness with the television and video games providing companionship while parents work. For over forty years, the Community Campership Council has provided memorable summer experiences for deserving San Diego children by funding a week at camp in partnership with 21 area American Camp Association accredited camps. We believe that the camp experience helps kids get to know our outdoors world, make new friends, learn new skills and values and socialize with a diverse group of campers. This broadens their perspective about the kind of life they can build for themselves if they work hard, treat people fairly and set goals for themselves. You can help. Visit our web site at kidsto camp.org or call Beth Huss at 858268-9888.

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The ZLAC Rowing Club Camp Introduces girls to the fun involved in the sport of rowing, whether their interest is in increasing basic fitness or progressing to competitive rowing as a member of the ZLAC Juniors crew team. No rowing experience or equipment is required. The girls develop a passion for rowing; enjoy the camaraderie of the sport, and love being able to train on the beautiful waters of Mission Bay. ZLAC has produced three Olympic champions, as well as U.S. national team participants; and top universities in the U.S have recruited ZLAC Juniors crew team members. ZLAC boasts a newly built boathouse containing a wide variety of boats and state-of-the-art training equipment and ergometers, as well as a beachfront clubhouse. ZLAC is an acronym for the names of the women who founded the club in San Diego in 1892, making it the oldest women’s rowing club in the world. For more info contact Coach Andrew Kong 858-274-7826 juniors@zlac.org, zlac.org

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San Diego Junior Theatre

The Children’s School of La Jolla Winner of Nickelodeon’s 2008 Parents’ Pick Award for Best |Summer Day Camp in San Diego, offers unique, fun and educational camps for kindergarteners through eighth graders. Campers experience adventure and fun through a variety of half and full day camps ranging from academics (Edible Math Creations, Magic of Science, Literature Fun, Creative Writing & Poetry, Chess, Engineering Fundamentals, Future Architects, Spanish, Ancient Treasures & Mysteries) and the arts (Dance, Ceramics, Cartooning, Sewing, Painting, Musical Theater, Rock-n-Roll Boot Camp, Claymation) to sports (Olympic & Theatrical Fencing, Golf, Cheerleading, Basketball, Football, Soccer, Yoga, Tumbling) and much more (Top Chefs, Digital Photography, Webkinz World, Robotics, Project Runway, Space Quest, Technology, Movie Making, Video Game Design, NASA Space Camp, CIT Leadership Academy, Jr. Detective, Behind the Scenes of Disney & Pixar, etc.)

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San Diego Junior Theatre has been sharing the magic of theatre arts with children for over 60 years! Come spend the summer learning music, dance and acting skills with the country’s oldest theatre for children. We offer five sessions of our full day theatre camps. In addition,

Make a Splash at Birch Aquarium at Scripps’ Summer Learning Adventure Camps! Accredited by the American Camp Association, these marine science programs for youth ages 4 to 15 inspire understanding and stewardship of the ocean and its inhabitants through exciting field adventures, interactive experiences, and classroom learning. Discover ocean habitats, learn about marine biology, meet live animals, and learn to surf or snorkel with fun day- and week-

long camps. With so many choices in summer experiences, choosing a Birch Aquarium Summer Learning Adventure Camp is an affordable and sound investment in your child's learning. Camps run from June 29 to September 4, 2009. For more information, visit aquarium.ucsd.edu or call 858-534-7336.

we offer Advanced Track Camps for grades 4 through 8 as well asPerformance Camps,Advanced Musical Theatre Workshops and Advanced Acting Camp for high school. We also offer Creative Play Camps for children ages 4 and 5. Our camps take place at two locations: Casa del Prado, Balboa Park; and the YMCA Firehouse in the village of La Jolla.

Camps begin June 15th, June 22nd, July 6th, July 20th, August 3rd, August 17th and August 25th. Extended day available. Students enrolled in camp may audition for our two summer shows: Disney’s Mulan Jr. and Les Miserables. 619-239-1311 JuniorTheatre.com

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SUMMER CAMP The Bishop’s School Summer Session The Bishop’s School’s Summer Session. June 22 to July 22, 2009 for students in grades 5 to adult. Summer session offers morning and afternoon classes for credit, enrichment, preparation, and review. Fun special programs include SUPERCAMP, Science

Camp for girls only, and Chess Camp. Openings still available in these fine courses that include English, math, art, dance and theater, Spanish, and economics. Information for registration and fees are accessible on The Bishop’s School web site bishops.com,

or by contacting Julie Zedalis, Director of Summer Session, at zedalisj@ bishops.com or (858) 459-4021, Ext. 773. Come celebrate summer and learning on Bishop’s beautiful campus in La Jolla.

Coggan Family Aquatic Complex Summer Camp at La Jolla High School Summers are about having fun. A time to spend with friends. A time to make memories and share experiences that last a lifetime. That is what Summer Camp at La Jolla High School is all about. Our camp offers a wide range of activities for children ages 4–13. Activities include arts and crafts, computers, filed trips, themed

days, swim lessons, and free swim. Have a child who is interested in sports or art? If so, try one of our specialty camps for ages 7–13. Specialty Camps being offered this year include soccer, basketball, aquatics, water polo, and art. Our Specialty Camps run Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m.–12 p.m. and can be

taken as an individual camp or combined with our full day youth camp. For more information regarding Summer Camp at La Jolla High School please call 858-456-0945 or visit cfaquatics.org.

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Courses for credit and enrichment Special Programs: SUPERCAMP, Science Camp for Girls, and USA Chess Camp Call for a brochure (858) 459-4021, Ext. 773 or visit www.bishops.com

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Finding a Balanced Camp: Technology and the Outdoors One concern of parents sending children to computer-based camps is how active the experience will be. Will the whole day be spent in front of the computer? How can I balance my child’s interest in technology with my desire for them to have a physically active camp experience? One option is to sign up separately for computerbased camps and for sports camps. The costs, however, can add up quickly. An alternative is to consider programs that balance the two areas with very unique experiences. Students looking to combine an interest in filmmaking with an interest in skateboarding can participate in a weeklong camp called Skateboarding and Filmmaking with the Digital Media Academy (DMA). Teens visit three skate parks and receive instruction from experts while also capturing the action on film. In a state of the art classroom studio, students learn to edit and integrate special effects to create a skateboarding video. This camp will be offered at UCSD. DMA also offers a Surfing and Filmmaking camp at UCSD. Students improve surfing skills and create a video. For more information on these camps, including dates, and on other DMA camps for kids and teens, please visit digital mediaacademy.org or call 866-656-3342.

Advantage Basketball Camps Advantage Basketball Camps are nationally recognized as one of the Top ball handling camps in the world. Advantage was named by sports illustrated as one of the top two camps in the country. Come meet one of the top coaching staffs in the world. Learn from the pros. Our students will build on their ball-handling skills by learning lighting-quick, onehanded moves off the dribble. Our methods and our reputation clearly sets Advantage Basketball Camps at the top of the list. Advantage Basketball Camps are consistently rated as one of the top basketball ball-handling camps in the world.

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Day Jams Live your Rock Star dreams this summer at Day Jams the original Rock Music Day Camp for kids 8 to 15. Our creative environment guides campers through songwriting, instrument lessons, band promotion, and a live concert performance. Whether you’re an absolute beginner or an advanced player, you can learn guitar, bass, drums, keyboards or vocals from professional musicians and teachers in a friendly and creative environment. “The concerts were amazing. I can’t figure out how they get it all together in such a short amount of time. Bravo!” — DayJams Parent French American School, 6550 Soledad Moutain Road, La Jolla 92037 July 13–17, 20–24 www.dayjams.com, 800-295-5956, info@dayjams.com

Ocean Experience Surf Camp Ocean Experience offers boys and girls age 6 to 16 the most comprehensive surf camp available. Since our first session in 1990, we have maintained the highest standards of instructional integrity, safety and supervision. Ocean Experience develops skills and confidence while empowering students to surf for life.

Campers spend the week in small groups with professional coaches, teachers and surfers receiving individual attention and instruction. Our staff/student ratio of 1-to-4 ensures safety and security allowing students to progress at their own rate and comfort level. Through surfing, our students learn oceanography, and

water safety while gaining repsect for the coastal environment. Friday afternoon BBQ and awards provide a unique closure to a week of exciting events and accomplishments. Our goal is for each camper to have a meaningful and memorable Ocean Experience (619) 225-0674

Wells Academic Solutions Wells Academic Solutions has provided individualized tutoring programs for over ten years. This summer, Wells will continue to provide one-on-one academic tutoring and ISEE & SAT test prep. We’re excited to offer summer courses for small groups. Our 90minute structure and convenient scheduling will keep young minds and hands engaged. Our one or two-

week courses include: Wonders with Numbers, Critical Thinking in Math, Multiplication Boot Camp, Literacy Toolbox, Writers’ Club, Writers’ Workshop, Critical Reading, Study Skills, and Mad About Science. We also offer a month long Conversational Spanish course for all ages. Our Fun Fridays will include a drop-in Arts & Crafts class and our free programs: a weekly Book Club

for older, independent readers, a weekly StoryTime for emergent readers, and monthly Community Spotlights. The 7th-12th program will also offer courses for Algebra Review and Geometry and Pre-Calculus Previews. For information: www.wells academics.com Contact Dr. Virginia S. Loh at 858-551-2650

The Peninsula YMCA — for a Camp Program on which You can Depend With the Peninsula Family YMCA, you receive a camping program you can count on, not just for good supervision and safety, but for the personal growth of your child. We work hard to select leaders who will be

positive adult role models for your child and who have demonstrated responsibility, maturity, and reliability. The Peninsula Family YMCA has low enrollment numbers that help ensure that your child receives the

highest quality of care at camp. Come be a part of our amazing camp, we know your child will have a wonderful summer. Call 619-226-8888 for more info.

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Warren-Walker School is offering an adventure-filled summer for children 3 years old to entering 6th grade. Prekindergarten students will do the “Boot Scootin’ Boogie and the Hula” as they travel through a different state each week experiencing hands-on activities, music, water play, and crafts. Each week-long camp is taught by our own experienced teachers. Children Grades 1st- 6th will be challenged, engaged, and entertained by three different camp

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options — Art Camp, Game Camp, and Science Camp. Art Camp teaches children drawing and painting techniques, including T-shirt and hat painting, as well as craft-making such as origami, puppetry, castle building, and more. Our exciting Science Camp will have tons of handson experiments, gooey concoctions, and scientific investigations. Children will head into outer space, learn why and how to “Go Green,” and enjoy a Safari adventure! Each ‘scientist’ will wear a lab coat and keep detailed

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records of their observations and findings. Game Camp helps students develop strategies for play, use their creativity, and strengthen math skills. Campers will learn and play Chess, Backgammon, Boggle, Chinese Checkers, and student-created board games. Weekly Camp Dates are June 15 through August 14, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Extended care is available. Call 619-223-3663 for more information or visit the website at www.warren-walker.com

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opportunity. Move-in incentive! Looking for experienced Hair Stylist w/ clientele. Please

ARBORIST/LANDSCAPER minimum 2 years experience. Clean driving record. Other experience a plus. JR (858) 692-6160

AUTO DETAILING

OCEAN CORP Houston, TX. Train for NEW

4645 Cass Street • 858-581-0211

Diver. *NDT/ Weld Inspector. Job placement

Career. *Underwater Welder. Commercial and financial aid for those who qualify. 800-

SHEBA Sheba A102583 — She is a 3-year-old Siamese mix who came to the shelter with her 4 kittens. Sheba's kittens have all been adopted to great homes, but the poor momma cat remains at the shelter. She has a crooked front paw that we x rayed and it is likely the result of an old fracture. It does not need medical treatment, and she gets along fine. She has become a bit shy and somewhat fearful after her kittens were adopted and noone seems to be interested in her. She deserves a loving home, she has been a great momma cat and was happy with a family. She is altered, vaccinated, microchipped and we will send her x-rays and medical records with the adopter.

Please call SNAP volunteer at 760/815-0945

321-0298.

www.SanDiegoCarz.com

MISC. SERV. OFFERED 450

ITEMS FOR SALE 300 FAST FOOD DISCOUNT CARDS Fast Food Discount Cards that never expires. 24 Restaurants including Arbys, Wendys, Pizza Hut, Krispy Kreme and more. Cost $20. R. T. 3115 WhiteHorse Road PMB 177, Greenville,

25+ Cars Under $4,990 MARK or MIKE 3196 MIDWAY DR. (619)224-0500

THEY’RE NOT JUST TOYS ANYMORE! 4 Models up to 50 MPH 60 Mile Range Penny per mile 4 hour recharge

SC 29611. (864) 295-5551

HAIR EXPO Jennifer is offering great deals on hair! Mens haircut 15.00, womens haircut 30.00 and partial hi-lites and cut for 90.00 with over 20 years experience call for an appt. at 858-531-9244 or just walk-in, Hours are tues-fri 11;00 to 6;00 and sat 10;00 to 4;00 hope tp see you soon (858) 531-9244

Classes

Garage/Yard Sales GARAGE SALE Multi-family, May 2, 8am2pm, 2136 Dunhaven Street SD 92110. $ to BC3D. (619) 276-9343

FRENCH WORKSHOPS AND CLASSES Alliance Francaise world-wide nonprofit network devoted to promoting French language and culture. All levels. www.afsandiego.org (858) 735-8716

FREE

Electric Transportation has come of age! Full Service and Sales. Forget everything you know until you TRY ONE HURRY! Sale on the ʻ08ʼs ends soon!

NO GAS of SAN DIEGO 619.550.7089 5032 Niagara Ave. O.B. nogasofsandiego.com

WWW. SPORTSGIRLJEWELRY.COM FUND RAISERS FOR YOUTH SPORTS- VERY PROFITABLE

RENTALS 750 Rentals DEL MAR, SEASONAL OR LONG TERM Rent to own, furnished, water vier, newly remodeled, large yard available immediatley 4br / 21/2 ba home 619 454 4151

RENTALS 750 Apartments For Rent SOUTH OB 2BR/2BA w/ offstreet pkg. New kitchen & upgraded Travertine baths $1995/ mo. Call 619-223-9464

Housing for Rent 5 BR. 3BA. HOUSE $4200. 1 yr. lease 3000 sq. ft. ocean and bay view water/ gardener incld. This home is a must see!! Available approx. June 1st 858-245-6833 for appt to view.

MISC. SERV. OFFERED 450

MANGOSTEEN THE QUEEN OF FRUITS Feel

Financial

better now and try risk free today: www. MyMangosteen.net HUGE RUMMAGE SALE! Sat May 2nd 8am2pm Pacific Beach Presbyterian Church corner of Garnet and Jewell OUTLET CENTER DOORS WINDOWS We have warehouse full of Doors, Windows,

RESALE & NEW women’s clothes, accessories, shoes, jewelry, $5 - 35, Designer BARGAINS, Tierrasanta. (619) 985-6700

ATT READERS! FREE BOOKS! Trade your books

for

free

www.

PaperBackSwap.com!

PETS & PET SERVICES 400

An All Volunteer Non Profit Corporation

See Us at OB Farmerʼs Market Every Wednesday!

Income Opportunities

MISC. SERV. OFFERED 450

Misc. For Trade

COME IN FOR A TEST DRIVE!

BUSINESS OPTS. 550

Misc. For Sale

Flooring reduced Prices (858) 268-0679

Storage Trunk with Scooter Purchase

(Not a contractor)

Roofing

HAIR SALON BOOTH AVAILABLE! In beau-

CARZ

858/361-5166

or call 619.685.3536

information. 1-800-431-2875

Beach & Bay Press Building- entrance on Emerald Street across from the Post Office

References Available

General Help Wanted

our sales material. Free 24 hour recorded

Pacific Beach

CALL FOR PROMPT FREE ESTIMATE

www.focas-sandiego.org

Receive $10 for every envelope stuffed with

Your Green Alternative Since 1981

HANDYMAN SERVICE • Carpentry • Plumbing repairs • Windows & Doors Installation

COMPLETE AUTO DETAILING

ANY DETAIL SERVICE

ED’S

Hail Marys & 3 Glory Be to the Father “You James is a very special 2-year-old Chihuahua mix who weighs just 10 pounds. He has a feisty personality and will do best in a quiet, adult-only home where he can rule the roost as your only pet. James loves long walks, knows “sit,” is housetrained and crate trained. This little guy is being fostered in a private home as part of the FOCAS rescue program. To arrange a meeting, call 619-750-7755. His $150 adoption fee includes microchip, license, vaccinations and he is neutered.

Lucky was rescued off the streets of SE San Diego abandoned by a roadside. Lucky and many other Rescued Cats and Kittens are looking for loving permanent homes. Come visit them at the La Jolla Petsmart located in La Jolla Village Square. For more information please visit our website at

www.catadoptionservice.org

Handyman - Construction LOCAL HOME & IMPROVEMENT CONTRACTOR Small & Larger Projects. 30 Years Experience. Full liability, License #484989 Howard Builders / Peter Howard 619-250-0292 EXPERIENCED TILE INSTALLER- New tile installed or re-grout. No job too small, free estimate, honest family man. Reasonable rates. Call Helmut (619) 743-9559 CUSTOM HOME IMPROVEMENT Services Carpentry- Interior & Exterior, Fencing, wood or vinyl, termite & drywall repair, tile, doors, windows, painting, roofing. 20 Yrs Experience Local references. Hourly rates. 619-241-1231 ADVERTISE IN THE

Real Estate Directory Call 858-270-3103

REAL ESTATE 800 Investment Properties

invoke your aid. Amen. Say 3 Our Fathers 3

702-7911

MISC. SERV. OFFERED 450

SERVING S.D. SINCE 1967

INVESTMENT PROPERTY SPECIALISTS, SALES & EXCHANGES APARTMENTS • OFFICE BUILDINGS COMMERCIAL•LEASING•FEE COUNSELING • RESORT PROPERTIES ANYWHERE • REAL ESTATE PROBLEM SOLVING

GEORGE JONILONIS “The Estate Builder” 858-278-4040

3536 Ashford St., San Diego, CA 92111 in Clairemont. gjonilonis@att.net Fax 760-431-4744

For Sale or Exchange Ten-unit condo project, plus retail near USD, Del Mar, water view home. Buy, or lease option 21,000 ft Kearny Mesa office building. Idaho Resort F & C $695,000, 36 ft sale boat. Try your sale, exchange ideas? Geo. Jonilonis, Rltr. 619 454 4151 DEL MAR WATER VIEW HOME lease swap or sale. 10 unit condo/retail project near USD. Idaho resort on Salmon River. Pacific Beach Motel. 22,000 Sq Ft Kearny Mesa Office building. All for sale/exchange. 619 454 4151, Realtor Geo. Jonilonis

SERVICE DIRECTORY - THE PENINSULA BEACON

THURSDAY, APRIL 30, 2009

CHIMNEY SWEEP

CONSTRUCTION

When was your chimney last checked?

CONSTRUCTION & DESIGN

Every year structural problems and flammable deposits risk the homes and safety of 1,000s of families

GARDENING·LANDSCAPING

PAINTING

“Turning Dreams into Reality”

t Residential Remodels t Unique Decks t Skilled Carpentry

Hedges hauling • Reasonable Rates Free Estimates • References

619-847-1535

Quality Service & Affordable Rates Donovan Mahoney Company

License 858.366.2240 #911234

www.DeLaCruzLandscaping.com

(619) 795-9429

Custom Landscapes

www.chuckiespainting.com

(858) 414-4175

(619) 593-4020

certification No:721632

ELECTRICAL CLEANING

JACOB’S ELECTRIC

Residential & Commercial Maintenance Landscape Lighting Drip Irrigation & Troubleshooting Tree Trimming & Wood Fences Drought Tolerant Landscapes

Office, residential & vacancy cleanings

LIC#808864

• Residential / Commercial • Service / Repair - Panels • Custom Lighting / Spas Bonded & Insured • License #903497

FIT-OVER-50 Former gym owner has the answers

CONCRETE MASONRY

RENT-A-HUSBAND Prompt & Professional Insured

Ask for Bob 858-454-5922

Ocean Home Services High Quality Home Improvement

Bonded & Insured • CA Lic. #925325

not licensed

GARDENING·LANDSCAPING

HAULING

Insured · Reliable

Best Prices & Free Estimates

10% Discount - Senior & Veteran

Call A Veteran

References & Portfolio

All Masonry Construction

SWIMCARE

PRO TREES

Lic. # 923214 • Insured

Theron Winsby

Licensed & Serving San Diego Over 30 Years 619-223-2370 FREE ESTIMATES

Certified Arborist

Insured • Interior • Exterior • Commercial • Residential

The Pool Service & Repair people you keep. FREE ESTIMATE! Painting Division: Interior/Exterior Painting, Repairs, Power Washing, Caulking & Sealing, Stucco, wood replacement, epoxy coatings and Much More!

30 yrs in the neighborhood

(858) 277-7096 TOM RIVES

Cont. Lic# 445392

PET CARE

(619) 665-0754 Call Paint Division Representative, John License #B-71031/B-C-33

• Tree Health • Tree Removal • Organic Maintenance • Pest Control • Landscape • Maintenance

(760)753-4800 lic# 894013

WINDOW CLEANING Taylor Made

1-866-961-1722

Established in 1995

Darling Affordable Outfits www.maggiesdogdesigns.com

AFFORDABLE HOUSE PAINTING 3rd Generation Painter. Ranked one of the best in town. Interior/Exteriors. We also do repairs and specialty coatings. Free Estimates. Call Now!

(858) 459-0959

COASTAL LANDSCAPING

• COMPLETE WEEKLY MAINTENANCE • FENCES • TREE TRIMMING • SPRINKLER SYSTEMS & REPAIRS • DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION • CLEANUP & HAULING • LOWEST PRICES GUARANTEED

ROOFING GUTTERS LET

US KNOW WHAT WE CAN DO FOR YOU.

858-692-6160

10% Discount Active Military & Seniors

• Screens

• Mirrors Pressure Washing Experienced

Call

(619) 248-2778 PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY ACCUPUNCTURE

Scott Smith, has been serving the beach communities since 1979.

858-272-ROOF (7663) 619-224-ROOF (7663) #1 Painting Contractor

COMMERCIAL • RESIDENTIAL INDUSTRIAL • HOA’S

ORGANIZING

Guaranteed Work · Power Washing 25 Years Exp. · References Available

P E Then you are ready for A Your Own Girl Friday C www.yourowngirlfriday.com E Stacey Blanchet (619) 997-7601

Past Termite Inspector Pest & Dry Rot Damage Rated Service Magic Angieslist

FRTIMEATE!

10% Senior Discount

Is it time to downsize?

25 Years Experience • Remodeling • Handyman • Electrical • Plumbing

for Call E

619-933-4346

Are you ready for a brand new efficient and organized you?

Small Job Experts

858.382.1140

We are eco friendly www.iluvjunk.com

619.981.0169

• Mini Blinds

ROOFING

Evictions, cleanouts, construction debris, tree trimming, etc.

CONSTRUCTION

Window Cleaning •Construction Clean-up •Residential •Small Commercial •Store Fronts

Insured Free Estimates Lic# 92394

You Call-We Haul! No Job Too Small!

Licensed & Insured Lic #638122

CLEANING

REMODELING

Lic. # 833455

William Carson

WINDOW

services offered: •Interior & Exterior

licensed & insured

858-504-1001

619 -5 2 7 -2 2 2 7

(619) 887-1887

JB’s Window

619-225-8362

A+ Construction Inc.

4937 Cass. St. P.B. 92109 pacificparadisesd.com

Cleaning & Service

30 years experience

Better Business Bureau Member Lic#810245 • Bonded • Insured

• Hazardous Removals • Specialty Trimming • Stumpgrinds

Call Scott

A VETERAN HAULING

• Acoustic Removal • Re-texturing • Serving SD for over 18yrs. • Profesional & Best Prices

Full Selection of Pool Care Products, Toys and much more

(619) 241-1231

D.K. TILE

STRUCTURAL & DECORATIVE BRICK • BLOCK STONE • TILE CONCRETE DRAINAGE

NEW CONSTRUCTION OR REMODELS

FREE ESTIMATES

Free Estimates Lic # 428658 858.566.7454 858.382.2472

FLOORS

Insured · BBB Member www.gilbertsconcreteconstruction.com CALL FOR FREE ESTIMATE 619-253-8775 Lic. #786215

Retail Store Pool & Spa Service & Repair

Repairs, re-grouts & installations of all ceramic tile & stone. All work done by owner.

CONCRETE/MASONRY

All Phases of Concrete Driveways · Patios · Sidewalks

Certified Arborist 20 Years Experience

Only $35/hr. Master Carpenter w/ 25 years experience. Interior /exterior woodworking (ex-termite inspector) Quality design fence work wood /vinyl Professionally Installed windows & doors Drywall Install/Repair and finish work. Detail Quality Painting Light Electrial & Plumbing

www.lindanickey.com

GILBERT’S CONCRETE

chuckgjr@cox.net

Handyman with 20 years experience. Many Skills • Hourly or Bid Non-licensed

FITNESS

(619) 248-5238

HANDYMAN

(619) 843-9291

#1 vacation rental experts Free estimates & excellent references

(858) 270-7800

Pools, Ponds, and Spas

619 200-7663

Clean, Quality Work!

Family owned & operated 15 years experience.

Jonathan Nash

Affordable Excellence Prompt Reliable Service Call Dan for a Free Estimate

Painting Company

by Cecilia Sanchez

Pacific Paradise

Gardening Clean-up

Chuckie’s

Cleaning Service

TREE SERVICES

Jose’s

At Chimney Sweeps we don’t just clean chimneys, we maintain them!

For Summer Specials, Call Now!

POOL CARE

MARC CASSON 858-627-0639 MasterCoatings@gmail.com 1863 Coolidge St., San Diego, CA 92111

PLUMBING

PAINTING

STUCCO

Re-Stucco Specialists Interior Plaster/Drywall Repairs All Work Guaranteed 30+ Tears Experience Lic. # 694956

Repairs • Lath & Plaster Re-Stucco • Custom Work

Acupuncture and Herbs Dr. Tai-Nan Wang L.Ac OMD • Stress/Anxiety • Myalgia • Female Disorders • Asthma • Headaches • Sports Injuries • Arthritis • Neck & Back Pain

(619) 684-1848 wang.acu@gmail.com lifestrong.com

HYPNOSIS

Clean • Reliable • Reasonable

POINT LOMA LANDSCAPE

Trinity Home Maintenance

SAVE MONEY & WATER NOW! (619) 523-4900

Licensed General Contractor #928187

ONE HOUR FREE!

Half day minimum / new clients only.

TOTAL HOME CARE: Repair, Maintenance & Upgrades for Home, Office & Rental Properties 24-Hour Emergency Service Serving San Diego since 1999

619.674.8967 CA Lic #2007028551

• Lawn Substitutes • Same Day Sprinkler Repair • Outdoor Living Areas • Natives & Water wise Plants • F lagstone • Pavers • Brick • Irrigation & Drip Systems • Rock, Mulch, Bark Delivery • We Install & Repair it All

619-846-2734 Cell 619- 265-9294 Home

PAINTING

• Full Service • Interior/Exterior • Power Washing • Stucco Repair • Residential/Commercial

10% SENIOR DISCOUNT Call for a FREE ESTIMATE

(619) 234-7067 lic# 706902

skelley.office@cox.net KelleyPainting-sd.com

Stop Smoking! Take back Control of Your Life

Email: darlex0907@hotmail.com

San Diego Business for over 14 years

Every Job is a Reference

POINTLOMALANDSCAPE.COM Lic# 783646

D’arlex

KELLEY

TREE SERVICES Serving the beach communities Plumbing & Heating for 99 years.

858-454-4258 Lic #573106

CROWN POINT CLIPPERS, INC.

TREE SERVICE

FREE ESTIMATES! • FINE PRUNING & THINNING • ARTISTIC TREE LACING • TREE & STUMP REMOVAL

(858) 270-1742 Fully licensed and insured. Lic# 723867

Hypnosis Works, Call for a FREE Consultation

(619) 226-6425 or Visit

PointLomaHypnosis.com Vickie Gordon Hypnotherapy LLC

REAL ESTATE DIRECTORY · THE PENINSULA BEACON

THURSDAY, APRIL 30, 2009

Bernie

Work with a Beach Specialist

SOS na

La Jolla • New Construction • 3BR/2.5BA • Solar Electric • Air Conditioning • 2-car Garage • Draper Ave in “the Village”

NEARING COMPLETION 1104 MISSOURI ST. 92109

EXCITING ONE OF A KIND HOME

(619) 977-4334 CELL (858) 490-6127 DIRECT

“I’LL COME TO YOUR RESCUE” WWW.BERNIESOSNA.COM

Kathy Evans

1-4 NDAY U S OPEN

Grand Opening May 16&17

The New Jewel of Pacific Beach. 1835 Chalcedony

858.488.SELL

2 Brand New Single Family Homes. Just imagine enjoying 2,300 sq ft. of new & elegant living. Each home has 4BRs, built-in office area, large penthouse room that opens to large bay & ocean view deck.

GRAND OPEN HOUSE: SUNDAY, APRIL 26th, 2009 1-4pm Top to bottom remodel on this 1927 Pacific Beach beauty sitting majestically on a rare oversized lot. Just blocks to the ocean. Home features 4 bedrooms, 3+ baths, custom windows, cabinets, crown molding, bamboo floors, high end appliances, ocean views and more. Be one of the first to view. Offered at $1,195,000.

PRICED TO MOVE YOU!

isellbeach.com

Coastal Properties

Spring into a New Home!

Erika Spears

• Interest rates are at historic lows. • Prices have adjusted from the 2004–2005 values! Working with Kathy Evans

• Take advantage of the $8K tax credit for 1st time buyers and/or the $10K tax credit for purchasing new construction.*

*Call me for details Erika@isellbeach.com

Coastal Properties

858.490.4119 STAY, SEE & DREAM SAN DIEGO

CABO

SAN LUCAS R E A L E S TAT E AIRFARE MAY BE REIMBURSED THESE PROPERTIES ARE BANKRUPTCY PROOF!

Just Liste d!

Four fabulous 2- and 3-bedroom NEW construction condos in the heart of Pacific Beach! All units are move-in ready with private garages, outdoor living and many upgrades! A Must See!

Staci Malloy

858.490.6129

www.stacimalloy.com

Cell: 011-521 (624) 121-3183 Office: 011-52 (624) 144-4169 Fax: 011-52 (624) 144-3365 U.S. Ph: 1-858-926-5891 jimkelly@remax.net

The House Doctor Rx All Trades. All Problems. Fixed .

#1 in customer Service, Very Reasonable 858.245.1381 contractor’s lic # 507762