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JULY 2018

The Murrieta Valley Chamber of Commerce Recognized High School Students of the Year

The students and their families attended a breakfast sponsored by numerous local businesses. Principals and students shared stories and each Student of the Year received a $2,535 college scholarship along with numer-

Sitting left to right: Erika Moe, Anisa Fontes, Sarah Thompson, Zachary Thomas, Sirenmarie Cruz, Danielle Shores, Christine Longenecker.

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ous gift certificates from community businesses, certificates of recognition, congratulations and encouragement from local, county, state and federal dignitaries.

For more information about the Student of the Month Program, please contact Sally A. Myers, Founder at (951) 506-8024. If you are interested in sponsoring the Student of the Month program, please contact LouEllen Ficke, Chair of the Murrieta Student of the Month Program at (951 719-1213.

If you have any additional questions, you may contact me at (951) 6961600 ext. 1022

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MOONLIGHT Movies in the Park Vail Ranch HQ July 13 – Space Jam – 8:30pm August – Hoodwinked – 8:00pm September 14 – Coraline – 7:30pm Bring our lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy a free family movie night under the stars! Arrive early to claim your spot and grab a snack from one of the eateries.

VailHQ.com.

32115 Temecula Parkway, Temecula 92592

Menifee Movies in the Park

Friday Night Flicks - Activities begin at 6PM with Costume Contests, Games, Crafts, Prizes and Lots of food. Movie starts at dusk. Bring a chair and blanket.

July 6- Mayfield Park – Peter Rabbit July 13 – Lyle Marsh Park – Coco July 27 – Lazy Creek Park – I Love 90’s Movie Night August 3 – La Ladera Park – Cars For more information: 951-723-3880 www.cityofmenifee.us

Lake Elsinore Movies in the Park, After Dark

Wednesdays at 8:00PM at Summerlake Park, 900 Broadway St. Admission is free. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Kids will be invited to participate in movie-themed activities.

July 11 – Moana July 25 - Coco For more information call 951-674-3124 Ext. 292 Facebook.com/leextremeextremerecreation

Murrieta Movies in the Park

Movies begin at dusk at California Oaks Sports Park. Bring a chair or blanket.

Free Admission. Food Sales will be available.

August 4 – Emoji August 11 – Cool Runnings For additional information 951-304-7275

Temecula Hosts Free Moonlight Movies in the Park This Summer

Spend your Friday evenings at the park enjoying free family fun and a movie under the stars. Activities begin at 6:00 pm with movies shown at dusk at one of the following locations: Temeku Hills Park (31367 La Serena Way) or Harveston Community Park (28582 Harveston Drive).

Moonlight Movies in the Park 2018 Schedule: July 13 Despicable Me 3 (Rated PG) Harveston Community Park July 20 The Lion King (Rated G) Harveston Community Park July 27 Coco (Rated PG) Harveston Community Park Please contact the City of Temecula Community Services Department at (951) 694-6480 for more information.

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THANK YOU JULY 2018

Support Our Local Businesses 24/7 Family Home Care.................................27 Accipiter Marketing .......................................32 Alive and Well Wellness Center .....................25 Animal Friends of the Valley ..........................24 Animal Friends Furry Kids Camps .................24 Anthony's Ristorante.....................................10 Artistic Expressions Permanent Makeup.......35 Azuza Pacific University .................................4 California Technical Academy .......................13 Callaway Winery............................................37 Calvary Murrieta VBS ....................................20 Cannine Support Teams Gala ........................38 Cannine Support Teams ................................28 Coldwell Banker ............................................39 Designs by King - Beauty and the Beast .........3 Elderly Care - Residential- Agape House .......29 Factory Direct Patios ......................................9 First Light Home Care ...................................30 Foot Path Winery...........................................17 Geri-Fit ..........................................................27 Grace Church ................................................18 Grace Revolution Today Magazine.................19 Greenbee ......................................................40 Heyday Productions ......................................17 Honeycutt Farms ............................................5 Hope Lutheran Church VBS ..........................20 Hope Lutheran Church Kids Camp ................20 Hospice of the Valleys ...................................33 Jeweler by Design ..........................................7 Jennifer Smart Foundation............................28 Kids Outlet ....................................................23 Living Jen......................................................31 Lamb's Fellowship ........................................22 Landscape Services ......................................25 Lucky Feet.....................................................33 Menifee Bible Church ....................................19 Michelle's Place Walk of Hope ......................30 Mixer Invitation .............................................21 Morton Grabel, Attorney at Law ....................32 Mt. San Jacingo College.................................4 My Grannys' Attic..........................................35 NAFE Meetings..............................................28 Naughty Pig Gourmet Meats- Murrieta .........11 Naughty Temecula.........................................16 Oak Grove Chef Open ....................................34 Old Town Survival .........................................16 Passion Life Church ......................................20 Plumber- Ron Dumas....................................25 Pole Position.................................................22 Powers Dentistry...........................................31 Ranch RV & Self Storage ..............................2 Santa Rosa Plateau Summer Concerts...........8 Sizzler ...........................................................11 Storm Baseball..............................................12 Subscriptions ................................................15 Swim to Shore ..............................................22 Temecula Newcomers Club ...........................28 Temecula Women's Connection ....................28 Toastmasters, Murrieta .................................28 Toastmasters, Murrieta .................................33 Visit Temecula Valley .....................................5 Word Search .................................................14 Word Search Answer Key..............................14 Xcel Pest Control...........................................34

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COMMUNITY

Community Events ..........................................................28 In the News......................................................................16

EDUCATION

Murrieta Chamber Honorees .............................................4 Students of the Year Murrieta..........................................14 Students of the Year Temecula........................................15

ENTERTAINMENT

SoCal Events for July ......................................................12 Shakespeare in the Vines ................................................17

EVENTS

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Creekside Grill

JUST FOR FUN

Photography – Coyotes...................................................29

KIDS

Movies in the Park .............................................................5 Vacation Bible School .....................................................20 Summer Camps ..............................................................21 Summer Fun at Vail HQ ...................................................22 Summer Enrichment Camps ...........................................23 Experience the World – Day Camp..................................23 Visit the Western Science Center ....................................38

PETS

Adoptions ........................................................................24

Summer Concerts and Art Exhibit at SR Plateau..............8 July 4th and other Events................................................21

RECIPES

FAITH

Coconut Chocolate Chip Cookies – Keto .........................9 Pare Pecans with Seasonal Produce ..............................10

FAMILY

Creekside Grille at Wilson Creek Winery.........................36

The Anchor of Hope ........................................................18 What if the Church Didn’t Wait ........................................19

VISITING OUR VINEYARDS

Parenting – Too Busy to Love?........................................32

GARDEN

Use Banana Peels in the Garden ....................................25

HOME

Mora’s Antiques and Collectibles......................................7 The Room Arranger .........................................................34

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Visit Downtown Lake Elsinore for Unique Shops and Restaurants!

Exit Highway 15 at Main Street and make your first stop, Mora’s Antiques and Collectibles.

Mora’s Brings Vintage Items, Antiques, Art & Unique Finds to Downtown LE

At North Main and Peck Street, Mora’s occupies the corner of a brick building that, like other downtown structures, dates to the early 1900s. Since opening in 2004, Mora’s has developed a reputation for quality merchandise that extends far beyond Elsinore Valley.

“We’re pretty well known and people recognize us,” said Jayme Mora, who runs the shop with her mother, owner Vicki Mora. “Most people interested in antiques know we’re down here.”

The shop is a trove of relics, while offering contemporary art and handcrafted objects as well. “And it’s not just antiques. It’s a unique shop with different artists and hand-made items and things like that.

We have customers come from Europe, Japan, LA, Orange County and other places due to the unique things we offer.”

Contributing to the diverse appeal are creations by Jayme’s brother, artist Chad Mora. Much of his work is inspired

by Mexican folklore, including the Dias de Los Muertos tradition, and has been featured at cultural festivals and art shows. “We get a big following from people just coming in to see his art alone,” Jayme said.

The store’s inventory consists of about 70 percent vintage items and antiques, while the remainder is Chad Mora’s art and contemporary hand-made crafts from local artisans.

Customer and Lake Elsinore Resident, John Maness, estimated 90 percent of his home’s decor comes from Mora’s. “Their store is an amazing reflection of all (that is) vintage and antique eclectic,” Maness said. “Their store rivals most premium shops I’ve visited all over the country and is still one of my favorites. ... Most of the time I find something I can’t leave without.”

The Mora family’s penchant for collectibles stems from the parents’ interest long before the store opened. Vicki and Gilbert Mora became fascinated with antiques and Vicki began selling them at regional flea markets such as the one at the Rose Bowl.

Now, Mora’s is a downtown institution, which the proprietors attribute greatly to making customers feel welcome.

If you are looking for something vintage and unique for your home or if you are just ‘looking’ stop in anytime. Everyone is welcome!

Mora’s Antiques is located at 142 N. Main St., Lake Elsinore CA 92530 Hours: 11am to 5pm Tuesday through Saturday; 11am to 3pm Sunday 951-265-3553 https://www.facebook.com/moras.antiques.7/

Creative art

by Chad Mora

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JULY 2018

Summer Concerts at the Plateau The Visitor Center at the Santa Rosa Plateau Ecological Reserve in rural Murrieta will be transformed into an outdoor concert and art exhibition venue.

Art Exhibition: Celebrating its 21st year anniversary focusing on local art, the seven-week exhibition will feature the works of some 25 local artists conveying the celebration of nature in a wide range of media from pen and ink, oils, watercolor, sculptures, textures and glass. This year, a special art exhibition opening night reception will be held Saturday, June 30, 6-8pm. $10 tickets must be purchased in advance. The Exhibition is free to the public during the day beginning Sunday, July 1 until August 12. The June 30 reception will include wine, heavy hors d’oeuvres, and special music by the youth string orchestra from

the Cadenza School of Music.

The art show will be open during the Saturday night concerts, but will require a concert admission ticket, purchased in advance.

Concert Series: The summer concert series Plateau Vineyards presents the 2018 Summer Concert Series Live! @ the Plateau…held in conjunction with the annual summer art show. The concerts will be held on the 6 Saturdays during the duration of the art show beginning July 7 – August 11. While the art exhibition is free to the public during the day starting July 2, the Saturday night concerts and exhibition will require a ticket purchased in advance. No tickets are sold on day of the event. Bring your own chair.

Concerts will be held on the outdoor stage behind the Visitor Center. The art exhibition will be inside the Visitor Center. Concert tickets must be purchased in advance. Wine, craft beers, sodas, coffee and water will be available for purchase on site. Attendees will enjoy a wide array of craft beers provided by our own Temecula and Murrieta-based Garage Brewing Company and award-winning wines provided by Plateau Vineyards. Picnic dinners, provided by New Life Culinary Creations, must be purchased in advance. Art reception, concert tickets and meals purchased at www.srpf.org.

All performances interpreted in American Sign Language for the deaf.

Santa Rosa Plateau Ecological Reserve - Visitor Center’s Outdoor Stage & Deck is located at 39400 Clinton Keith, Murrieta 92562 TICKET INFORMATION - ADVANCE PURCHASE ONLY NO SAME DAY TICKETS AT GATE

• Concert Tickets: $30 per person - General Public • (Children 3 & under free) $22 per person - SRPNEF Members • Season Tickets - General Public - $150 SRPNEF Members - $115 • Purchase Tickets & Meals: www.srpf.org or in person at Visitor Center.

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Coconut Chocolate Chunk Cookies with Sea SaltLow Carb Keto Cookies From Megan Seelinger

There is only one thing better than chocolate chip cookies ...Coconut Chocolate Chunk Cookies with Sea salt, which are the perfect sweet and salty keto cookie recipe.

This easy recipe uses both coconut flour and almond flour but is the first cookie recipes with no butter I've ever tried and it didn't disappoint!

Recipe makes about 18 cookies

WHAT YOU NEED:

• 1 egg slightly beaten

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1/4 coconut oil melted and cooled

• 1/2 cup Lakanto Monkfruit Sweetener or erythritol • 1 cup Almond Flour

• 1/4 cup Coconut flour

• 1/4 cup unsweetened Coconut Flake • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

• 3 oz bag of Herseys sugar free chocolate bars • coarse sea salt for sprinkling HOW TO DO IT:

1. Preheat oven to 350F

2. In a medium bowl, mix together egg, melted and cooled coconut oil, Lakanto Monkfruit Sweetener and vanilla extract

3. Add in almond flour, coconut flour, unsweetened coconut flake and baking soda. Combine and form a dough. (note* the dough does seem a bit more dry than what you are used to) 4. Cut chocolate bars into chunks and fold into dough

5. Use a cookie scoop or a large table spoon to drop dough onto baking sheet (I lined mine with tin foil) gently flatten the dough so it’s less of a ball and more of a cookie shape

6. Sprinkle with course sea salt

7. Bake for about 12 minutes or until edges are slightly browned

8. Cookies will be very soft when you first take them out so let them cool for 5 to 10 minutes before enjoying!

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JULY 2018

Pair Pecans with Seasonal Produce for Nutritious Dishes

(Family Features) With summer comes the opening of farmers markets bursting with fresh produce ripe for the taking. Pair your fresh-picked bounty with wholesome pecans for power-packed seasonal recipes from salads and snacks to side dishes and main courses.

American Pecans are The Original Supernut; a naturally sweet superfood that’s nutritious, versatile and local as it’s the only major tree nut native to America. Pecans are also among the highest in “good” monounsaturated fats and contain plant protein, fiber, flavonoids and essential minerals, including copper, manganese and zinc, so you can feel good when adding them to your next meal or snack.

After a morning at the farmers market, cook up a nourishing spread for breakfast or lunch. For a quick, mess-free brunch, try Sheet Pan Eggs with Pecan Breakfast “Sausage.” Substitute flavored ground pecans for your sausage and add fresh greens for a quick, good-for-you option with plant-based protein.

For a simple yet sweet take on dessert, try Mini Pecan Lemon Berry Tarts with a three-ingredient, pecan-based crumb as the base, topped with a light filling and fresh berries.

To find additional seasonal recipes, nutrition information and cooking tips, and to learn more about America’s native nut, visit AmericanPecan.com.

Mini Pecan Lemon Berry Tarts Mini Pecan Crusts: 2 cups pecan pieces or halves 1/4 cup butter, melted 2 tablespoons sugar

24 Mini Pecan Crusts 1/2 cup lemon curd 1/2 cup blueberries or raspberries powdered sugar, for dusting (optional) To make Mini Pecan Crusts: Heat oven to 350 F. Line mini muffin tin with paper liners.

1. In food processor, blend pecans, butter and sugar until mixture forms coarse dough.

2. Scoop about 2 teaspoons pecan mixture into each muffin tin. Use back of wooden spoon or fingers to press mixture evenly along bottom and up sides of each muffin cup.

3. Bake 12 minutes, or until crusts are golden brown. Allow crusts to cool completely before removing from pan.

4. Spoon 1 teaspoon lemon curd into each Mini Pecan Crust. Top each with one raspberry or three small blueberries. Dust with powdered sugar, if desired.

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Sheet Pan Eggs with Pecan Breakast “Sausage” Pecan Breakfast Sausage: 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 medium onion, diced (about 1/2 cup) 1 tablespoon coconut aminos 1 teaspoon sage 1 teaspoon thyme 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 cup raw pecan halves Sheet Pan Eggs: 12 eggs, beaten 3/4 cup fat-free or low-fat milk 1 1/4 teaspoons salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped nonstick cooking spray Heat oven to 325 F.

To make Pecan Breakfast “Sausage”: • In pan over medium heat, add olive oil, onion, coconut aminos, sage, thyme, nutmeg, garlic powder, black pepper and cayenne pepper. Cook about 4 minutes until onion is translucent.

• In food processor, pulse onion mixture and pecans until consistency of ground beef is reached, about 8-10 pulses.

To make Sheet Pan Eggs: In large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, salt and pepper until combined.

• Add pecan “sausage” and spinach to eggs and stir. Lightly spray nonstick 12-by17-inch sheet pan with cooking spray.

• Pour egg mixture onto prepared pan. Bake 18-20 minutes, or until eggs are fully cooked.

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JULY - Southern California Beach Events & Festivals • Art-A-Fair - Laguna Beach – through September 2.

• Sawdust Art Festival - Laguna Beach – Through September 2

• Moonlight Movies on the Beach - Long Beach – through August 21st.

• Festival of the Arts - Laguna Beach - July 5-September 1, 2018

• California Wine Festival: Beachside Wine Festival - Santa Barbara - July 19-21, 2018 • San Clemente Ocean Festival - July 21-22, 2018 • Long Beach Crawfish Festival - July 27-29, 2018

• Vans US Open of Surfing & Beach Games - Huntington Beach - July 28August 5, 2018 What: “Under the Sun,” honoring Laguna Beach’s own and other artistic pioneers from around the world who left their studios in search of new inspiration, is the theme of this year’s show. Each ticket also allows admission to the Festival of Arts grounds, where original works by dozens of artists are on display and available for purchase.

When: July 7-Sept. 1 Where: Festival of Arts, 650 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach Tickets: $15-$240 Information: www.foapom.com

Pageant of the Masters

What: The ninth largest fair in the country returns with the theme, “Free Your Inner Farmer,” and its traditional lineup of competitive exhibits, carnival rides, shopping, food and concerts at the Pacific Amphitheatre adjacent to the fairgrounds. Ticket prices for 2018 are the same as they were last year.

When: July 13-Aug. 12 Where: OC Fair and Event Center, 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa Tickets: $12 Wednesday-Friday, $14 weekends for adults; $7 for seniors and youth every day Information: ocfair.com School’s out and the kids are ready to play, explore, and let loose. There are tons of activities, concerts, museums, theme parks, attractions, and events in North County San Diego that you and your kids can enjoy together.

Most of them are affordable and even free.

Orange County Fair

Dog Beach Del Mar North Beach Area (aka Del Mar Dog Beach) Del Mar’s North Beach area is one of the most popular hangouts for pups and their people. While leashed dogs are allowed throughout the year, dogs that are under voice control can be off leash at the beach between the day after Labor Day and June 15th. This dog-friendly beach even holds special dog-related events, such as the Helen Woodward Animal Center’s Surf Dog Surf-a-Thon.

• 29th Street to Solana Beach border, Del Mar, CA 92014 • Open: Year-round to leashed dogs (six-foot leash maximum), seasonal for off leash • Off-Leash Hours: All hours between the day after Labor Day and June 15th

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*Summer restricts the leash-less policy so mind the rules June – Labor

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Michelle’s Place Announces 2018 Scholarship Recipients Two recipients of the Patricia Deroeux Scholarship and three recipients of the Michelle’s Place Scholarship were announced and received a total of $7,000 toward continuing education in 2018.

Ashley McMullen, a college student at San Diego State University, and Alyssa Landon, a college student at the University of Denver, are the recipients of the Patricia Deroeux Scholarship, on behalf of the Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce and special contributor Deron Johnson. This scholarship promotes education by rewarding $2,000 annually to students under 25 years old who are enrolled in college at full-time status. Students must be a resident in the City of Temecula who need financial assistance for educational purposes and have lost a parent due to cancer.

The Michelle’s Place Scholarship, provided by the Temecula Valley Women’s Club, has been awarded to Marissa Richter, Tristan Kinney and Rachel Mershon.

The three recipients of the Michelle’s Place scholarship will receive $1,000 each for continuing education. This scholarship is offered to individuals whose families have been impacted by cancer in some way or have a family member affected by cancer and must utilize the scholarship funds for higher education purposes.

Michelle’s Place offers these scholarships annually. For more information on Michelle’s Place scholarship opportunities visit www.michellesplace.org/outreach/scholarship or email info@michellesplace.org.

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From left to right: Kim Gerrish (Executive Director of MP), Ashley McMullen, Alyssa Landon, Marissa Richter, Tristan Kinney, Marilyn Watson (Founder of MP)

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Temecula Valley Elks #2801 Honor 2018 “Students of the Year” for Murrieta Middle Schools

Murrieta Student of the Year Runners-up - Row 1: Kylie Strange; Jaidyn Bell; Zoe Bordes; Kennedy DeMott; Andrea Brosas; Rosa-Lynn Flaherty; Karly Turner; Emma Ligtenberg and Taylor Orellano.

Row 2: Tommy Bordes; Scott Sears; Chrstian Napasindayao; Makail Mallari; Noah Straight; Russell Kyle Manji; Tyler Eigenseher and Daniel Martinez Murrieta Students of the Year - Row 1: Hannah Barbieri; Olivia Herrick; Shea Ottinger; Briana Kirkman and Caroline Miller. Row 2: Ryan Holmstrom; Ryan Lozano; Hunter Lindemeyer; Ryland Jeremiah and Evan Miller

The Temecula Valley Elks held their 20th annual Middle School “Student of the Year” Presentations recently at Van Avery Prep School. Twenty-nine students were recognized from five schools in the Murrieta area. Each middle school was asked to submit applications for three females and three males.

Each application included a 300-word essay, describing why he or she should be selected as the “Student of the Year” from their school. A commit-

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tee of Elks judged the applications according to their academic achievement, citizenship, involvement in school activities, and leadership activities.

The top female and top male from each school received a gift card from Barnes & Noble in the amount of $50. All the candidates received a framed Certificate of Achievement from the Temecula Valley Elks; an engraved Olympic style medallion medal and coupon from Chick-fil-A. The winners and runners-up from each school are: Calvary Murrieta Christian School Kylie Strange - Runner-up Jaidyn Bell - Runner-up Olivia Herrick - Top Female Daniel Martinez Runner-up Tyler Eigenseher - Runner-up Ryland Jeremiah - Top Male

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Dorothy McElhinney Middle School Andrea Brosas - Runner-up Kennedy DeMott - Runner-up Hannah Barbieri - Top Female Makail Mallari -Runner-up Noah Straight Runner-up Hunter Lindemeyer - Top Male Shivela Middle School Miranda Serrano - Runner-up Taylor Orellano - Runner-up Briana Kirkman - Top Female Gunner Stephens - Runner-up Christian Napasindayao Runner-up Ryan Holmstrom - Top Male Thompson Middle School Zoe Bordes - Runner-up Emma Ligtenberg - Runner-up Shea Ottinger - Top Female Scott Sears - Runner-up Tommy Bordes - Runner-up Ryan Lozano - Top Male Warm Springs Middle School Rosa-Lynn Flaherty - Runner-up Karly Turner - Runner-up Caroline Miller - Top Female Russell Munji - Runner-up Evan Miller - Top Male

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Temecula Valley Elks #2801 Honor 2018 “Students of the Year” for Temecula Middle Schools

Temecula Students of the Year - Row 1: Medina Danish; Mary Handler; Tehya Scarth; Kate Jacobsen; Mae Slusser; Rory Lane and Makena Stanisai. Row 2: Terry Han; Evan Bacani; Caden Flamand; Humphrey Adefuin; Diego Hernandez; Jeremy Minniear and Jonah Sleeper.

Temecula Students of the Year Runners-up - Row 1: Abigail Kiler; Zoey Davidson-Nash; Alyssa Wahl; Emma Liang; Jessica Wray; Sierra Macander; Sarah Boehm; Audrey Paik and Raelin Angulo. Row 2: Jaden Dew; Ethan Weldon; Davin Randall; Justin Valdez; Timothy Dull; Sage Morrison; Helen Ran; Suniva Yañez; Samantha Kluzak and Grace Beall. Row 3: Jack Murphy; Broderik Finken; Hunter Lindow; Matt Tylman, Jr.; Carter Ostroske; Tanner Perez; Michael Maitrejean; David San Diego and Brian Kavanagh.

The Temecula Valley Elks held their 20th annual Middle School “Student of the Year” Presentations recently at Van Avery Prep School. Forty-two students were recognized from seven schools in the Temecula areas. Each middle school was asked to submit applications for three females and three males. Each application included a 300-word essay, describing why he or she should be selected as the “Student of the Year” from their school.

A committee of Elks judged the applications according to their academic

achievement, citizenship, involvement in school activities, and leadership activities. The top female and top male from each school received a gift card for Barnes & Noble in the amount of $50.

All the candidates received a framed Certificate of Achievement from the Temecula Valley Elks; an engraved Olympic style medallion medal and a coupon from Chick-fil-A.

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Emma Liang - Runner-up

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Van Avery Prep Sarah Boehm - Runner-up Audrey Paik - Runner-up Rory Lane - Top Female

The winners and runners-up from each school are:

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Raelin Angulo - Runner-up

Samantha Kluzak - Runner-up

Justin Valdez - Runner-up

David San Diego - Runner-up

Tehya Scarth - Top Female

Carter Ostroske - Runner-up

Humphrey Adefuin - Top Male

Makena Stanisai - Top Female Brian Kavanagh - Runner-up Jeremy Minniear - Top Male

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Temecula

Middle School

Middle School

Zoey Davidson-Nash - Runner-up

Sierra Macander - Runner-up

Abigail Kiler - Runner-up

Mary Handler - Top Female

Jaden Dew - Runner-up

Ethan Weldon - Runner-up

Alyssa Wahl - Runner-up

Mae Slusser - Top Female

Jack Murphy - Runner-up

Davin Randall - Runner-up

Terry Han - Top Male

Caden Flamand - Top Male

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Helen Ran - Runner-up

Preparatory School

Hunter Lindow - Runner-up

Michael Maitrejean - Runner-up

Middle School

Sage Morrison - Runner-up

Kate Jacobsen - Top Female

Matthew Tylman Jr. - Runner-up

Jonah Sleeper - Top Male

Jessica Wray - Runner-up

Suniva Yañez - Runner-up

Medina Danish - Top Female

Tanner Perez - Runner-up Evan Bacani - Top Male

Broderik Finken - Runner-up Timothy Dull - Runner-up Diego Hernandez - Top Male

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Promenade Temecula Welcomes The Cheesecake Factory

The Cheesecake Factory®, known for its extensive scratch menu, generous portions and legendary desserts, is set to become an enticing new dining option at Promenade Temecula this winter.

“We welcome the diverse dining experience The Cheesecake Factory will bring to our vibrant dining collection at the shopping center,” said Promenade Temecula General Manager, Jeff Kurtz.

Pala Casino Spa & Resort

Pala Casino Spa & Resort announces the opening of new 15,000square-foot, smoke-free casino; luxury Marquise Bar and expanded Luis Rey’s Restaurant, Bar & Lounge The opening and Ribbon Cutting took place on June 29.

For more information www.palacasino.com

JULY 2018

Temecula Valley Hospital is Hosting a Free Live Well Senior Fair

The Free Live Well Senior Fair will be held on Saturday, July 14 from 9am to 1pm in the Temecula Valley Hospital’s new Heroes Community Room.

Attendees of the Fair will be involved in one of the 1st events hosted in the new 29,000 square foot addition, the Heroes Community Room. Plan for the future and have a better understanding of benefits available in our community! Every participant will receive a free raffle ticket for the chance to win some terrific prizes.

Representatives include: • Home Health Agencies • Hospice Care • Veterans Affairs • Medicare • Long-term Placement Planning • Community Outreach Programs • And More!

About Temecula Valley Hospital Temecula Valley Hospital brings advanced technology, innovative programs, patient centered and family sensitive care to area residents. The hospital features 140 private patient rooms; emergency care featuring ER Reserve; advanced cardiac and stroke care; orthopedics; and general and surgical specialties. TVH is nationally recognized for Patient Safety by The Leapfrog Group, with a 2017 Top Hospital Award and 4 consecutive “A” Grades for Patient Safety in Spring 2018, Fall 2017, Spring 2017 and Fall 2016. The hospital also recently received a 4 Star Medicare Hospital Compare Rating and the honor of the Inland Empire’s Top Workplaces 2017. For more information, visit www.temeculavalleyhospital.com

Temecula Trekkers Real Estate Ambassador Program Returns

The Temecula Trekkers Ambassador Program provides real estate professionals conducting business within the City the opportunity to be educated on the inner workings of local government and informed on the resources and services that the City of Temecula offers. Attendees will be educated on various city activities and city-specific assets such as planning and public works fundamentals, public finance, emergency management, public safety, local education, electoral districting, cultural arts, local business resources, and commercial development.

Upon completion of the two-day program, participants will be awarded a Certificate of Completion and will be recognized as an official Temecula Trekker.

This year, the seminar will be held on August 14th and 15th from 8:30 a.m. to noon at the Temecula Conference Center located at 41000 Main Street Temecula, CA 92590.

The cost to participate is $25 per person.

For more information or to register for the Temecula Trekkers Ambassador Program, please visit https://temeculaca.gov/671/Temecula-Trekkers or contact Christine Damko, Economic Development Manager at 951-693-3952 or christine.damko@temeculaca.gov.

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Shakespeare in the Vines 2018 SUMMER SEASON OPENS WITH LEAR

Directed By Zackary Bonin Performances at Baily Winery Run JUNE 7 – JUNE 23, 2018 Opening Night, Thursday, JUNE 7 at 7:30 p.m.

Beginning JUNE 7, Shakespeare in the Vines will present Lear, William Shakespeare’s action-packed story of love, madness, misplaced loyalties, ambition and tragedy.

Presented by Shakespeare in the Vines Venue: Baily Vineyard & Winery 33440 La Serena Way,Temecula, 92591 Lear Synopsis To save the land from civil war, a kingdom is divided into three equal parts which will be given to an aging monarch’s three daughters. However, when plans go awry, the kingdom is plunged into turmoil mirroring that of Lear’s grief-stricken mind. Behind the scenes, a young bastard sees opportunity in the madness to rise above his legitimate sibling. Through the chaos, the characters tread the path of self-discovery and learn where their true loyalties lie.

It’s a story that pits parents against children, children against one another, and love against duty. When the storm settles, audiences will have witnessed love and betrayal in all its varieties, the tangible fear of losing one’s mind, and the bond of parents and their children.

The 2018 Summer Season will continue with:

• The Compleat Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged!) (July 12-28) directed by Alejandro Lange • Richard II (August 9-25) directed by Wendi Johnson

• All’s Well that End’s Well (September 8-11) directed by John Edward Clark

• Red, White, and Bard (July 27 and 28, *inside Carol’s Restaurant) written and performed by Rob Crisell. Two performances only for this special event.

Mt. San Jacinto College Foundation Concert: The Fixx Looking for a fun way to support Mt. San Jacinto College students? Then join us on Friday, July 20 for a special performance by the 1980s band The Fixx. Proceeds from the concert will benefit the MSJC Foundation to support students and programs.

The Fixx is known for hits that include “Saved by Zero” and “Red Skies.” The concert will be held at the Wiens Family Cellars, 35055 Via Del Ponte in Temecula. Doors open at 6 p.m.

VIP Tickets msjc.edu/foundation or 951-487-3170.

The MSJC Foundation is also seeking students to apply for scholarships. The fall 2018 scholarship application period opens in July.

For more information please visit www.shakespeareinthevines.org.

Seating begins at 6:45. Performances start at 7:30 P.M. All performances will be staged outdoors under the moon and stars at the beautiful Baily Vineyard & Winery. You are welcome to bring your picnic dinners. Wine, beer, soft drinks and snacks will be available for purchase. No outside alcohol. Also, the evenings can get cool so we suggest blankets and/ or jackets for warmth.

For tickets, go to www.tickets.temeculatheater.org or call (951) 402-7488

Upcoming Concerts Food – Wine – Music

July 21st at 6:30PM Featuring THE LOOKOUTS Tickets $30pp, includes food, music and a glass of wine.

August 18 at 6:30PM Featuring TIM C ASH Tickets $30pp, includes food, music and a glass of wine.

For tickets or more information: www.FootPathWinery.com

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Now all glory to God, who is able, through his mighty power at work within us, to accomplish infinitely more than we might ask or think. ~Ephesians 3:20 NLT

The Anchor of Hope

By Pastor John Stewart

On Sunday, January 25, 1736 an incredible story of hope unfolded on an English ship caught in a dangerous wintry storm off the coast of New England. Already two gale force storms have shattered the ship’s main mast!

Now after three months at sea, a third terrifying storm, caused John Wesley to fear for his life—he wrote, “It was as if the great deep had already swallowed us up.” Yet, on the ship during the same storm, a group of Moravian Christians appeared completely calm as they quoted the Psalms. According to young Wesley, their lack of fear unsettled him more than the storm itself!

Wesley wondered how they could be so calm in the midst of such a life-threatening catastrophe? How could they be at peace when their lives were in peril?

What made their hope strong and his so weak? All on the same battered ship... all pummeled by the same raging storm... all tossed by the same crashing waves—yet while one man was frantic, others remained calm. Why? Simply put: Their lives were anchored in Christ, and they knew their anchor would hold.

Some 285 years ago, these Moravian believers, who clearly had a peace that surpasses all understanding, displayed their hope as though they were speaking directly to the Lord, “When I am afraid, I will trust in you” (Psalm 56:3). Not, if I am afraid, but “When I am afraid, I will trust in you.”

What an anchor is to a ship, hope is to the human soul. They both stabilize

whatever needs to be held steady amidst the storms of life. Every Christian has been given a secure anchor in the person of Jesus Christ... for the Bible says of Him . . . “We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure.” (Hebrews 6:19) It is of great importance that we properly understand what the Bible means when it uses the word hope. We often use the word hope in a kind of wishful thinking or expressing whimsical desires: “I hope the weather cools down soon” or “I hope my favorite sports team wins the championship.” It’s as if we want to get “lucky” and therefore use the word hope to express personal desire or preference, but without an assurance or confidence that what we desire will come to pass. None of this what the Bible means by hope!

The biblical definition of hope is “confident expectation.” Hope is a settled assurance regarding things that are presently unclear and unknown, generally relating to the future. Hope enables Christians to live with a certainty that entirely rests on the working and the promises of God! Unbelievers cannot enjoy this hope as Paul declares them in Ephesians 2:12ff: “having no hope and without God in this world.” Think of the meaning of this! Those without God were without hope. They had dreams and desires but did not have the assurance of a personal Savior and therefore their lives were desperately adrift on a dangerous sea without direction, meaning or hope!

Contrast such hopelessness with the life and heritage promised to all Christians.

All Christians are born again in hope: “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who according to His abundant mercy has begotten us again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead” (1 Peter 1:3) God in His infinite wisdom and abundant mercy blesses all those who believe in Him with a salvation that provides new life and a living hope. This promised life giving, life changing, life assuring hope finds its strength and confidence in “the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead.” God is the source of this salvation. His great mercy is its cause. The new birth is the nature of it. Living hope is its present reward. The resurrection of Jesus Christ is the righteous basis of our salvation, as well as the foundation and anchor of our living hope.

Living for ourselves and without a saving faith in Jesus Christ, we had no hope beyond the grave. There was nothing ahead for us but the death and uncertainty. As members of the human race we live under the sentence of death. But in the redemptive work of Christ, God found a righteous basis by which He saves ungodly sinners and yet is still just. Christ has fully paid the deserved penalty of our sin. The claims of true justice have been met, and now mercy can flow to those who trust and obey the gospel. In the resurrection of Christ, God the Father indicated His complete satisfaction with the sacrificial work of His Son. The resurrection is the Father’s “Amen” to our Savior’s cry, “It is finished!” The resurrection is also God’s pledge that all who die in Christ will be raised from among the dead. This is our living hope—the expectation of being taken home to heaven to be with Christ and to be like Him forever. F. B. Meyer calls the living hope “the link between our present and future.”

Christian hope is the gift of God and the work of God, for He is the God of hope.

“Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that you may abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” (Romans 15:13) Because the God of the Holy Bible, “is the God of hope,” there is nothing hopeless about the Christian experience. “The God of hope” is both the One who gives hope and is the object of that hope. The hope is abundant as it is fueled by the “the power of the Holy Spirit.” It’s not manmade or humanly developed, but divinely provided and propelled. The achievement of all God’s purposes for the spiritual welfare of His children comes from the life and power given by the Holy Spirit. This hope inspires a joy, which is the delighting expectation of seeing one’s hopes fulfilled. There is also a peace that rests upon the assurance that God will fulfill our hopes. The experience of such promised abundance and fulness comes as believers simply trust and believe in Him. Pastor Stewart is the executive Pastor at Revival Christian Fellowship in Menifee. Revival.tv

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But how can they call on Him to save them unless they believe in Him? And how can they believe in Him if they have never heard about Him? And how can they hear about Him unless someone tells them? And how will anyone go and tell them without being sent?

That is why the Scriptures say, “How beautiful are the feet of messengers who bring good news!”[a] `Romans 10:14-15 NLT

What if the Church Didn’t Wait?

By Brett Masters

How many churches are there in your city? Think hard about that question for a moment… There may be several local church congregations in your town but there is only ONE Church. The Church, “big-C”—The Body of Christ, you and me. We are diverse and varied yet one. We who are His are bought by the same blood, called by the same name, and have been given the same charge—to GO. In Matthew 28:19-20, Jesus instructs us to “go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you…”

Despite widespread familiarity with this passage—the Great Commission—it seems to me that we are far from fulfilling this call. Certainly, we believe that the Church is the hope of the world. And yet, we hesitate to act on that belief—too busy, distracted, or waiting for the right timing. Perhaps we feel inadequate or unqualified and are allowing for others more skilled to answer the call on our behalf. All the while, unable to shake the unsettled feeling inside that says ‘there must be more.’

You may be able to relate—I wrestled with these very thoughts and feelings for several years as God dealt with me to bring me to a place of willing obedience, ready to answer His call despite continued feelings of inadequacy. It’s been my goal ever since to inspire and empower others to do the same.

About five years ago I set out with a team to launch a different kind of church plant—a church without walls, a church for the community. We started out by praying for our city and adopting blocks… one neighborhood at a time. This effort quickly gave way to our weekly Adopt-A-Block outreach which seeks to “find a need and fill it, find a hurt and heal it” via the hard work, ingenuity, and generosity of local church-goers from different congregations who have a shared heart for our city.

Rather than holding weekly services and inviting the community to come to us, we’ve decided to bring church into the community, often times right to the front doorstep. Because, why wait? If we waited to see every one hurting, lonely, or lost come into our church service, we might be waiting a long time! And truly, time is short.

So, what if we didn’t wait? What if we simply decided to change our approach and step out in faith to fulfill the Great Commission? What if we shifted our focus from counting the size of our local congregations to measuring the depth of our impact—

making disciples versus accumulating members? Can you imagine the potential if we shifted the expectation of every believer from consumer to worker, from convert to disciple, and from recipient to contributor? What if we shifted the opportunity for every believer from volunteer in the church to missionary in the field?

I’m convinced that we will change our culture not by Brett Masters and his volunteers are ready to serve the combeing bigger or more relemunity through the Adopt a Block Program every Saturday vant but by being everymorning. where—in relationship, building community, and changing our cities one life at a time. After all, that familiar passage above is preceded by a great, unstoppable power— “All authority in heaven and on earth…” (Matthew 28:18). Jesus told us to make disciples and He would build His Church. So, what are we waiting for?

Brett is the Executive Director & Lead Pastor of the Dream Center Lake Elsinore. To get involved, please visit www.DreamCenterLE.org or call (951) 376-3703.

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Vacation Bible Schools in July Calvary Murrieta

Have your children join us at “Shipwrecked” Vacation Bible School! They will experience God’s Word in surprising and unforgettable ways! Each day, leaders reinforce one simple Bible truth which makes it easy for kids to remember and apply to real life! Our VBS dates are July 16-20, 2018, and is designed for children in 1st-5th Grade. Please invite a friend to join you in this exciting week. To register your child and for more information contact Pastor Tony Schaffner at 951.677.5667 x 1316 or tschaffner@calvarymurrieta.com. 24225 Monroe Ave., Murrieta, 92562.

Hope Lutheran Church Vacation Bible School July 23-27, 9 am-12:15 pm daily.

Theme: Shipwrecked, Rescued by Jesus.

Open to kids age 4 (by September 1, 2018) through 5th grade fall 2018. Suggested donation is $35. Ask about multiple child discounts and scholarships.

Register at www.hopetemecula.org/featuredevents or the church 9 am-4 pm Monday-Thursday.

Hope Lutheran is located at 29043 Vallejo Ave., Temecula.

For more information, call 951.676.6262.

Menifee Hills Bible Church Vacation Bible School July 15-19 at 5:45PM Theme: Time Lab - Discovering Jesus from Eternity Past to Eternity future 33220 Sweetwater Canyon Rd., Menifee, CA 92584 951.672.7287 www.menifeehilssbiblechurch.com

Calvary Chapel Lake Elsinore Vacation Bible School July 11-August 8 SonWest Roundup, 107 N. Riley, Lake Elsinore 951-674-5451

Upcoming Summer Camps Rancho Community Church

Middle School Youth Group Uprising Boomerang Summer Camp July 16-20 Monday, July 16th overnighter.

Tuesday – Knott’s Berry Farm Trip Wednesday – Beach Day Thursday & Friday Rock Fitness Overnighter.

For details and to register: www.rancho.tv or 951-303-6789

Hope Lutheran Church Day Camp Together with Lutheran Retreats, Camps & Conferences Day Camp, August 6-10, 9 am-3 pm daily.

The theme, “All Aboard” is based on Mark 12:30.

Open to kids entering kindergarten thru 6th grade in fall 2016. Cost is $120. A half-day option, 9 am-Noon, is available for children 4 & 5 years old.

Suggested registration is $45. Ask about multiple child discounts and scholarships. Register at www.hopetemecula.org/featuredevents or in the church office 9 am-4 pm Monday thru Thursday. Hope Lutheran Church is located at 29043 Vallejo Ave., Temecula. For more information, call 951.676.6262

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July Activities Temecula

Wildomar - City of Wildomar

4th of July Extravaganza

- July 14, 2018| 4-10 PM - Marna O’Brien Park 2050 Palomar St. - Join the City in Celebrating 10 Years of Incorporation!

- Ceremony will begin at 6 PM Concessions stands, photo booth, carnival games, face painting, bounce house, laser light show and more. Concert at 7 & 8 pm.

For more information: jmorales@cityofwildomar.org. or 951-677-7751x210

Kick off the 4th of July festivities on Wednesday, July 4th with a starspangled parade in Old Town featuring specialty floats, bands and marchers!

Continue the celebration at the sports park with live music, vendors and fun zone for kids. At the end of the evening, commemorate Independence Day with the spectacular fireworks display simulcast on KATY 101.3. This is a Temecula tradition you do not want to miss.

Parade has a 10am start in Old Town Temecula Ronald Reagan Sports Park 2pm-10pm, fireworks at 9pm sharp (Park opens at 6am Wednesday morning)

Lake Elsinore Celebrate 4th of July in Lake Elsinore!

Fireworks will be shooting off at 9 pm from the T-Peninsula. The show will be paired with a Sky Concert which is synced with KOLA 99.9 FM. Free Viewing areas include: - Lakepoint Park - Summerly Park - Whiskers Fishing Beach - Swick & Matich Park - A portion of the levee View By Boat Experience the Fireworks show from the Lake!

- $10.00 Night Lake Pass - Purchase at La Laguna Resort & Boat Launch Storm Baseball - Game starts at 6 pm - Tickets are $13.00 - Fireworks to follow the game Party in the Park 07/04/2018 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Summerly Park 18505 Malaga Road, Lake Elsinore, California 92530 Bring the whole family out for a morning of family-friendly activities.

This event will feature a car show, kid fun zone, vendors, and music.

The morning will start out with our 1st Annual Kid's Bike/Scooter/Skate/ Walk Parade, where children can decorate their bikes, scooters, wagons and ride with pride in a parade around the park. The City will have decorating supplies available for children who would like to participate.

Bike parade will begin at 9:30 am!

10th Birthday Celebration!

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Kids

Summer Fun at The Vail Headquarters Sunday Funday is Held Every Sunday from 11am to 4pm!

Every Sunday you can play yard games or take a ride on The Little Vail Headquarters Train

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Train tickets can be purchased inside the Cookhouse

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Children 3 years and under ride free with purchase of adult ticket

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$3.00 per ticket or $10.00 for 4 tickets $25.00 for 10 tickets

Other rotating entertainment at Sunday Funday includes: Live blacksmithing demonstrations

Momtrepreneurs Vendor market (first Sunday of each month) Stagecoach rides Kid's crafts

Live music / dance performances Petting Zoo

Starlight Bazaar at Vail Headquarters is held on the last Friday of each month, 6 to 10pm!

A Night Market with over 30 vendors Local music performances

Interactive art and live painting Food trucks

Horse drawn carriage rides Photo booth

Street performers

Beer and wine available for purchase to guests 21+ and more!

6:00 - 10:00 pm

Starlight Bazaar is free to attend and all ages!

2018 EVENT DATES July 27th

August 31st (SUMMER CARNIVAL!) September 28th

October 26th (STARLIGHT BIZZARE HALLOWEEN EVENT!) Starlight Bazaar takes place at Vail Headquarters, 32115 Temecula Parkway, Temecula CA 92592. The Vail Headquarters property is located within the Redhawk Towne Canter, in between Kohl’s and Famous Footwear.

Wheelchair Accessible ~ Stroller Allowed ~ Pet’s on a Leash

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Experience the World Without Leaving the Valley!

Temecula Valley Museum Offers Fun and Enriching Summer Camp this July

Culture Quest Summer Camp gives campers the opportunity explore the world without leaving the Temecula Valley! Culture Quest Campers will experience a different region each week and a new country each day, learning about different cultures through food, art, activities, special guest presentations, and games.

Now in its second year, Culture Quest has proven to be an exciting summer camp addition to the Temecula Community Services Department’s offerings. Culture Quest Summer Camp is a program by the Temecula Valley Museum, and all camps are taught by a credentialed TVUSD elementary school teacher with over 10 years of teaching experience. Campers must bring a sack lunch every day. Snacks and water will be provided.

Summer Enrichment Camps!

Hurry – Space is Limited!

Summer is almost here! The City of Temecula Community Services Department has limited space available in the following summer enrichment camps for kids and teens. These exciting funfilled camps are a great way for kids to make the most of their summer vacation. Check out the listing below and register today!

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Angelina Ballerina Dance Camp Baking & Cooking Camps Bear Cub University Pre-K & Kinder Camps Beginning Piano Camps Bigfoot’s All-Day Art Camps Bigfoot’s Computer Camps Bigfoot’s Teen Entrepreneurs Camp Culture Quest Camps Disney Musical Theater Camp Disney Princess Dance Camp EMH Sports Camps Field Hockey Camps Gears 2 Robots Lego/Robotics Camps Girls Retreat Camp Glitz Cheer Camps Hip Hop Dance Camps Junior Golf Camps Princesses in Paradise Camp Scuba Dive/Master Seal Team Camps Sing & Play Music Camp Tennis Camps Volleyball Camps Wonders! Super Camps & NASA Rocket Camp Yes, You Can Draw & Paint Camps

For detailed camp information, available dates and to register online visit www.TemeculaCA.gov/TCSD or contact the Community Services Department at (951) 694-6480.

Huey's Heroes Reading Program at Animal Shelter

Huey's Heroes Reading Program was designed to help readers of all ages improve their reading skills, while sharing those skills with animals in a shelter. Participants can use the program to learn the fundamental basics of reading (early stage readers), increase their ability to read to a non-judgmental listener (elementary readers), and/or share their love of reading (advanced readers) with an animal that longs for and benefits from companionship. Please make sure to contact savinghuey@gmail.com to reserve your spot. Reading times fill up fast!

Reading time is Wednesdays at 3:30 pm.

Register your children (ages 6 – 12) for one or multiple weeks for these rewarding and enriching experiences:

Week 1: Exploring Europe Monday, July 9 ─ Thursday, July 12, 2018 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Learn and experience the history of our neighbors across the pond! Highlights this week include learning to paint like Monet, musical performances including Bagpipes and Bohdan drums, and compete in the Culture Quest Olympic games!

Week 2: Adventures in Asia Monday, July 16 ─ Thursday, July 19, 2018 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Campers will be immersed in the cultures of China, Japan, and India during this week. Special activities include Kung Fu, Yoga, and tasting tea from China!

Week 3: Southern Hemisphere Safari Monday, July 23 ─ Thursday, July 26, 2018 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Experience cultures from countries located south of the Equator. Play drums and dance to traditional African folk songs, learn dances from Polynesia, and learn about reptiles from Australia!

Week 4: Action in the Americas Monday, July 30 ─ Thursday, August 2, 2018 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Learn about the traditions and culture of countries from North and South America. See the vibrant style of dance of Ballet Folklorico from Mexico, weave your own basket and play traditional Native American games, and even see how cowboys used horses in the Wild West!

Please visit https://temeculaca.gov/318/Classes-Programs-Events and click “Register” to search for Culture Quest. For additional assistance, contact the Class Hotline at 951.694.6480. For more information, please visit www.TemeculaValleyMuseum/culture-quest or call the Temecula Valley Museum at 951.694.6450.

The Temecula Valley Museum in Sam Hicks Monument Park is located at 28314 Mercedes St, one block east of Front Street in Old Town Temecula.

Visit the museum Tuesday through Sunday 10:00am to 4:00pm 951-694-6450 www.TemeculaValleyMuseum.

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Pet Adoptions of the Month Retrievers and Friends

Pearl is a beautiful, 9 week old Lab mix. She is a sweet girl. Her family did not realize how much work a puppy was. She needs for a home where they have time and patience to train a nice pup.

To inquire about any of the dogs mentioned here or see many others as well as some feline friends, please visit: www.retrieversandfriends.com.

Popeye is a handsome, 6 year old Miniature Poodle. He is very friendly, good with other dogs, well behaved, sweet and gentle. His family is moving.

Duchess is a very lovely, 18 month old, red Dobie. She has an excellent temperament, very well behaved, gentle and good with everyone she meets. Her owner is ill and not able to care for her.

Duchess is a very special dog.

Maria is a nice, 3 year old, white Shepherd. She is a little shy at first, but walks on a leash. Her owner no longer has time for her. She is looking for someone to be her companion.

Animal Friends of the Valleys

Zoe (ID #407057) and Korky (ID #407049) are a bonded pair of 9 year-old Munchkin cats who are looking for their forever homes! Miss Zoe and Mr. Korky are both sterilized, and while Zoe can be a bit aloof Korky is always ready to cuddle and get plenty of pets and ear rubs.

Stop by AFV to meet your new Furever friends today For more information and lots of pets to choose from go to: www.animalfriendsofthevalleys.com. Or stop in to browse the available dogs and cats at 33751 Mission Trail Rd., Wildomar, CA 92595.

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Using Banana Peels in the Garden for Fertilizer and Pests Bananas are mineral rich and recycling the peels back into your garden saves money and returns these nutrients to the soil where they can benefit other plants.

Bananas are rich in minerals including:

Potassium. This mineral helps promote general plant vigour; build up resistance to pest and disease; is necessary to help fruit develop; is involved in regulating around 50 enzymes in a plant.

Here’re the 6 Banana Peel Uses You Should Know About!

1. Add To Compost

Whether you compost using a compost pile, a bin or a vermicomposting setup, adding banana peels (whole, chopped up, soaked or as a slurry) is a good idea. If you do add whole banana peels, be sure to bury them deeply so as not to attract pests such as raccoons and possums.

2. Amend Your Soil

You can use banana peels directly as a soil amendment in the autumn when preparing flower and veggie beds for the winter.Chop them up and work them into the soil or add them whole. Again, just be sure to bury them deeply under mulch if adding them whole since they may attract mammalian nocturnal invaders.

3. Feed Your Seedlings

When planting seeds outdoors give them a direct jolt of nutrients by planting a banana peel along with them. Dig a trench two inches deep and at least long enough to accommodate the banana peel strip. Lay banana peel strips flat with the inside facing up and put the seeds on top.

Cover with light, rich, well-drained soil and water, care for your seeds as usual. As they germinate, create roots and begin growing they will greatly benefit from the rich fertilizer created by the decomposing banana peels.

4. Set Your Air Plant On A Banana Peel

When establishing an air plant on its backboard or trunk, set a whole banana peel as its base. Cover it with moss and set the plant over it. As the banana peel decays, its nutrients will be released for the benefit of your fern.

5. Keep Aphids Away

One reported use for banana peels in the garden is as an aphid deterrent. These little pests can decimate a garden before you can say “tomato sauce,” so keeping them away is important.

To use banana peels to prevent aphids, place chopped peels just under the soil line.

6. Use Bananas as a Plant Food Supplement

Soak a fresh banana peel in water for a day or two. Then use the water with the leached nutrients in it to water your staghorn (or other plants). Don’t let the peel go to waste though!

For Lots more tips on gardening go to grdnng.com.

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Helping with a Senior Transition

By Tom Olsewski

During our life we will go through multiple levels of senior transition whether it is you personally or a parent/ loved one. This getting older has its bright spots but it also has some challenges we will all go through with some of us multiple times. It is especially hard when a family member typically a parent must transition and/or move to an assisted living or other care facility.

From my personal experience it is best to prepare and plan well ahead, before it becomes a requirement.

The different transitions we go through are typically:

● Downsizing from the large family home

● Moving to a 55 plus senior community or more manageable home.

● Moving from independent living to and assisted care facility or live with a family member.

● Nursing home or memory care facility

Each one of these phases is difficult and has its own challenges. Do your research and plan well in advance and remember the older we get the more time it may take to accomplish necessary tasks. When you are getting ready to downsize from the large family home. Start getting rid of items you are not using to help with the downsize. The less you must move the easier it becomes moving from the large home to a smaller more manageable home.

The other important factor to assist with downsizing is to start fixing and updating items to make your home more attractive to buyers. Some key updates to consider are kitchens, bathrooms, flooring, and landscaping to make it more appealable to a younger buyer.

So, the next transition we talk about is either our parent/s or ourselves have reached a point where it is not safe to live alone. This can be a very difficult time for both the parent and the children or yourself. It is best to make the transition sooner than later while you or your parents are in good health.

My personal experience is that even if the person is stubborn, get help and discuss thoroughly to explain all the options and benefits. Again, get the family involved as much as possible. I was 2500 miles away from my parent and although active she suffered a stroke alone. I use this personal experience to help clients understand that this transition is in their best interest regardless how hard it might be. Ask help from the family and make decisions together if needed.

There are options for staying out of these facilities and everyone has different requirements. Some individuals adapt well others not so much. I know in my case my parent living in a facility was not a good choice. For others it could be a way to stay socially involved with others in the same situation.

Living at home or a family member is possible for some with the assistance of home healthcare. I could spend hours writing about options with home healthcare and what we found.

If your loved one must enter an assisted living or other facility, here are a couple of helpful tips. Get the assistance of all the family members with helping, it can ease your loved one with the transition. This time can and will be an emotional time for you and/or your loved one. Seek professional help if either you or your loved one is feeling depressed or anxious about the move.

Keep your loved one involved in the move and all aspects of the transition. We work with a company that can duplicate their current living space in their new space easing the anxiety and stress of the move. Visit the new facility with your loved one and help them become familiar with the facility. Become acquainted with the staff to insure there is a personal connection beyond your loved one to insure proper care. When we had a loved one in a facility we would bring candy and flowers to the staff to make sure they remembered.

Make sure you thoroughly investigate the new facility and look for online reviews, speak with current residents, and talk to staff about the facility. Stay involved in your loved one’s care and visit often and at different times of the day as there are different staff involved at different times of the day. Look into and encourage your loved one to be involved with the activities made available by the facility.

Lastly remember to get as much family help as possible during this stressful time as eventually it will wear you out emotionally.

It is usually difficult to admit that we need help. For older people it is even more of an emotional burden knowing that they must give up a lot of their independence. Communication from all family members can make any transition as easy as possible.

Remember it’s not all about the real estate! For more information about the SOCAL Senior Transitions go to www.socalseniortransitions.com or to find out more about Tom Olsewski go to www.teamolsewski.com or call Tom directly at 951-506-5744.

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Theatre Royale Presents DISNEY’S BEAUTY and the BEAST The Broadway Musical - Live on Stage at the Pechanga Resort Casino Theater

Disney’s BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, runs Fri. Sept 21, and Sat. Sept. 22 (2 performances on Sat.) Step into the enchanted world of Broadway’s modern classic, Disney’s BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, an international sensation that has been seen by over 35 million people in 13 different countries. Based on the Academy-Award winning animated feature, this spectacular stage production includes the beloved classics written by Alan Menken and the late Howard Ashman, with additional songs by Mr. Menken and Tim Rice. The original Broadway production ran for over 13 years and was nominated for 9 Tony Awards including Best Musical. This fun and family-friendly musical, adapted from the original 1991 Disney film, brings to life the timeless story of a selfish and hottempered prince who is turned into a hideous beast and must win the affection of a beautiful young girl, in order to regain his humanity.

This “Tale as old as Time” includes all the classic songs - “Be Our Guest”, “Gaston”, “Home”, “Belle”, “A change in me”, “No matter what”, “Me”, “Human Again”, “something There”, “Mob song”, “Maison Des Lunes”, “If I Can’t Love Her”, “How Long Must This Go On”, and of course “Beauty and the Beast”.

The exuberant musical offers family friendly humor, romance, breathtaking special effects, and excitement for all ages.

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST is presented by Theatre Royale through special arrangements with Music Theater Int.

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Geri-Fit Opens New Murrieta Location

Prestige Dance Company is the newest hosting site for the Geri-Fit evidencebased physical activity program for older adults. Classes will be held on Mondays and Wednesdays from 2:00-2:45 pm beginning August 1 at the new studio located at 24738 Jefferson Avenue, Suite 208 in Murrieta.

Geri-Fit® is a 45-minute evidence-based health promotion program that's designed to build back strength that has been lost because of the natural aging process. All exercises are done either seated or standing. There is no floor work, dancing or choreography to learn. The strength training program helps to prevent falls and helps conditions such as diabetes management, weight loss and cardiovascular disease (CVD).

Participants are required to bring their own set of dumbbell weights, a stretch band and water to drink. Most people start Geri-Fit using a set of 2-pound dumbbells but will be encouraged to use heavier weights as they build their strength and endurance.

Classes are FREE to seniors age 65 and over with "silver" Medicare Advantage Plans. For more information or to pre-register, call 1-888-4374348 or visit Geri-Fit.com.

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Community Events and Activities Temecula Valley Newcomers Club Meeting

The meeting and Luncheon will be held on Monday, July 16, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. Come join us for our Luncheon on Monday, July 16 at 11 a.m. (check in starts at 10). If you have recently moved to the Temecula Valley or have lived here for many years and want to get out more, meet new people and have fun, Temecula Valley Newcomers Club (TVNC) is for you. See what it’s all about at the TVNC monthly luncheon at Wilson Creek Winery, 35960 Rancho California Rd, Temecula. We will be serenaded after lunch by the Sweet Adeline’s. Paid reservations are Required at least one week prior to the luncheon, please call Anne (951) 677-7149. This Club is a social organization with many different activities for members such as card games, book clubs, mahjong, movie groups, theater trips, lunch and dinner groups and much more. For Club information call Isa (951) 255-1818.

NAFE Meetings in the Area

Menifee Nafe meets the 2nd Wednesday at 11:30 at Merna's Cafe and Grill 26850 Cherry Hills Blvd, Sun City, CA 92586 (behind Stater Brothers) Murrieta Nafe meets the 4th Thursday of each month at noon Tonino’s Italian Restaurant, 24530 Village Walk, Murrieta.

Nafe's mission is to help women grow both personally and professionally and has been serving women globally for 45 years.

Stonecroft Temecula Women’s Connection

Please join us for our July luncheon, Let Freedom Ring!

Frank Chaput, US Marine Master Gunnery Sargent will present “God and Country.” The Speaker, David Hughes, former international banker and business owner, travels the world and finds the “Gift of Life” in unexpected places.

Luncheon is held Thursday, July 19, 11:30 am to 1:30 pm. Cost is $22 at Wilson Creek Winery in Temecula. Reservations and cancellations required prior to July 11, please call Christine 951.677. 8187 or cw4cwc@verizon.net

Toastmasters Club

Improve your communication and speaking skills! The Next Level Toastmaster’s Club is a new club that meets every Thursday 12:10-1:10 pm at 29995 Technology Drive, Suite 203, Murrieta 92563. Public Speaking is an important skill on your pathway to success! Join us as a guest to see what Toastmaster’s is all about. You will be happy you did! RSVP to 951 775-0615 or 951 723 7691.

Communication Workshops for Kids, Teens & Adults + Summer STEAM Camps!

In the Find Your Voice radio program, kids 7-18 have fun putting together their own radio show, aired on 101.7 KJNi-LP and at JENNiRADIO.com. This summer we have added STEAM workshops & camps in audio/video and more! For info about sponsoring kids, registering for classes, studio rental for your business audio/video needs and more, visit FYVcenter.org. Email info@FYVcenter.org or call (951) 3951017 with questions. The nonprofit Find Your Voice Center is located in the Outlets at Lake Elsinore, 17600 Collier Avenue, Suite G-165.

SMART Moms - Single Mothers Program

Sunday evenings from 5-7pm at Murrieta Church of Christ For more information and contact details: www.SmartMoms.info

A Loving Way to Parent - Parenting Classes and Support

Contact Traci at 951-240-1407 or traci@alovingway.com for upcoming class information. www.ALovingWay.com

“Last Harvest” Fall Gala to Benefit Canine Support Teams, Inc.

Saturday, SEPTEMBER 22, 2018, 1:30p – 4 pm at The Granada LA 17 So. First St., Alhambra.

Fantastic Food, Excellent Entertainment, Fun, Prizes! Gourmet CHARCUTERIE from Mangalitsa by Møsefund (Guido Campellone), Premium WINE. Music by the

amazing Darla Fox. Comedy entertainment by Jonathan Brooks and “Big Liam” Breunle. Dance review by the Granada LA. Tickets $100 p/pers. All proceeds provide Service Dogs to disabled veterans through our Prison Pups training program at 3 California prisons.

Contact Sally Wing to purchase tickets, or to become an event sponsor. 951-294-1227 or 951-301-3625

Wednesday Night Dances at Hemet West for Seniors

Wednesday Night Dances at Hemet West, 5001 West Florida Avenue in Hemet.

July 11 Rainbow Cottage.

July 18 Stage Robbers.

July 25 Punch and Judy. Roaring Twenties theme.

Dances are from 6:30 to 9:30 pm. Admission is $6.00 per person. For further information about these popular dances, contact Kathy Perry at 951-692-0891. Open to the Public.

Murrieta Rotary Club Chosen as Nonprofit of the Year

Murrieta Rotary Club has been selected as a 2018 California Nonprofit of the Year by California Senator Jeff Stone (R 28th District). Co-founders of the club’s iconic “Field of Honor,” Bob Bryant and Frank Donahoe, traveled to Sacramento to join with one hundred other nonprofit leaders being honored by their state senators and assembly members during a celebration luncheon as part of California Nonprofits Day on June 6th.

Cinderella the Ballet

The classic fairytale, Cinderella, comes to life with the exquisite dancing of principal dancer for San Diego Ballet, Stephanie Maiorano. Featured performers include Keven Nelson and Christine Herrington as the “Step-sisters”. Other featured dancers and corps de ballet are members of The Ballet Studio dancers. Tickets are available on-line and at the Old Town Temecula Community Theater box office. Tickets start at $25. Show times: 7/13 @ 7:30pm & 7/14 @ 2:pm.

42051 Main Street, Old Town Temecula www.TEMECULATHEATER.org or 866-653-8696 (866-Old-Town)

The City of Temecula Announces Vinduino as Innovator of the Year

This year, the City of Temecula was pleased to announce Vinduino, LLC as “Innovator of the Year”. The City of Temecula Economic Development Staff conducted a review process of several local startup companies that consisted of numerous key factors being assessed including forward-thinking innovation, leadership authenticity and sustainability potential. The review process concluded with Vinduino being identified as the company that met all of these key factors; thus, being awarded “Innovator of the Year” during Digifest Weekend in Temecula. Vinduino is a Temecula startup company focused on affordable water-saving technology serving agricultural communities. Their offerings provide solutions for agricultural landscapes to optimize irrigation through precise technology services. The company is led by Chief Executive Officer Reinier Van Der Lee. For more information on Vinduino, LLC visit http://www.vinduino.com/. To learn more about Temecula Valley Entrepreneurs Exchange (TVE2) and the City of Temecula’s business startup resources, contact Charles Walker at 951-506-5180.

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Coyotes

By Dick Cronberg

As a professional wildlife photographer I have had the privilege of photographing many species wild animals through the years. Although I love them all I have a favorite. It’s Coyotes. Coyotes are mysterious, smart and usually photogenic. I feel that they are the symbol of all wildlife in the west.

I have always been fascinated with Coyotes. As a boy in Northern Nevada I remember seeing Coyotes in the distance as our family drove out to the desert on weekends to hike and explore. I couldn’t take my eyes off of them.

Later in life my wife and I moved to Southern Oregon and I began photographing wildlife. It seemed to me that everywhere I went I saw Coyotes.

For quite a few years we had a home in the hills overlooking the Rogue River. Since there were very few houses near us the area was filled with wildlife.

We would hear the Coyotes at night and would see them often.

One evening I decided to ride my ATV into the hills. About a mile from home it began to rain lightly so I decided to head for home. As I rounded a corner on the trail I came face to face with a lone Coyote about 30 feet ahead in the headlight. I stopped and just watched as it looked at me seemingly unafraid. I began talking quietly to it.

The Coyote just cocked it’s head and listened. After about 5 minutes it turned and walked into the trees. It seems to me that we had connected on some plane and it is an experience that I will always remember.

We moved to the Temecula Valley in 2008 and I began visiting the Santa Rosa Plateau. And, much to my surprise, there seemed to be Coyotes everywhere! I was in heaven. The best part was that they weren’t nearly as wary as most of the Coyotes I’d seen through the years. Instead of running away, most of the Coyotes here either

just ignored me or lost interest and walked away.

Through the years that I have visited the Plateau I’ve had several experiences like the one in Oregon.

I would come across a Coyote and it would just stand and look at me or even move closer! ’ve been privileged to photograph Coyotes hunting, playing, sleeping, howling and just about every other thing that Coyotes do! I’ve posted so many photos on Facebook of Coyotes that my friends call me the “Coyote Whisperer”!

I know that many people dislike Coyotes for a variety of reasons and I understand why. But to me they are the ultimate survivor! Through the years they have been shot, trapped and poisoned yet they not only survive but increase.

I can’t explain my love for Coyotes but I can share my passion for photographing them.

If you decide you’d like to try to photograph Coyotes visit the Santa Rosa Plateau in the winter when they have their “winter coats”. You can stay in your car and just drive the road (be careful of traffic). If you have a long lens for your camera it will come in handy.

If you hike be ready. You could see a Coyote any time (as well as some other great wildlife). Be sure to check in to the Visitor’s Center to pay the small fee and get advice on where wildlife has been seen.

Also if you’d like to learn how to take great pictures with your digital camera be sure to check out the classes I teach for the City of Temecula. Here’s the link www.temecula.gov/tcsd. I also teach a “Wildlife Photography” Class in the fall.

And be sure to visit our great photo club at www.iephotoclub.org. We meet the first Thursday of every month and you’ll meet lots of very friendly people that love photography.

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What is Your Social Media IQ?

By Nellie Hathorn, Accipiter Marketing

Facebook App Settings and Privacy Concerns With the latest news of the privacy issues with Facebook, we are all worried about what kind of information third party business are accessing through our phone. Even though you have adjusted your General Privacy Settings you may not be aware that some of the Apps you already have downloaded on your phone, already have more access to you and your friends information than you are comfortable with. I urge you to take the time and check every one of your Apps and their permission level to your Facebook information.

Here are a few privacy checks that every Facebook App user should take the time review and adjust. To review the apps and websites you've logged into with Facebook: 1.

2.

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all boxes unless it is "required."

Note: If you are using a type of Photo App, you may still need to grant access to your photos.

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Log into Facebook and click on the 3 bars in the top right of Facebook.

Click Settings & Privacy, then Settings.

Scroll down, Click Apps and Websites down the menu.

Click Logged in with Facebook. Filter between Active, Expired or Removed at the top, or search for a specific app or website using the search bar to the right.

Click EACH and EVERY individual App to see the Info shared with this App. This is where you would uncheck any boxes with the information you don't want to share. We recommend unchecking

8.

Next, in some Apps you can choose to receive notifications.

You can also change the App visibility here. You may NOT want your co-workers, clients and friends to know you're playing "Casino Royale" in the middle of the day. Here you can change those type of Apps to the privacy of "Only me" so they do not show up on your newsfeed for your friends to see.

You can also REMOVE an app or website that you no longer use. Free up some space! Select the app or website then Click Remove > Remove.

App Privacy and Settings #1

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• Keep in mind when you install an App, you give it permission to access your public profile, which includes your name, profile pictures, username, user ID (account number), networks and any info you choose to make publicly available. You also give or deny the app other info to personalize your experience, including your friends list, gender, age range and locale. (See 5.)

If an app or website is: • Active: You've recently logged into these apps or websites and they can currently request the info you choose to share with them at any time. (See 5.)

• Expired: You've logged into these apps and websites with Facebook, but it appears you haven't been active for more than 90 days. They may still have access to info you previously shared, but their ability to make additional requests for private info has expired. (See 5.)

• An app may ask for additional info later when you’re using a feature of the app that requires it.

Note: Keep in mind that app and website developers may still have access to the data you previously shared. You can contact the app or website developer for more information.

About Nellie Hathorm and Accipiter Marketing Call Accipiter Marketing f App Privacy and Settings #2

• Removed: These are apps and websites you removed from your account since 2015. They may still have access to info you previously shared, but can't make additional requests for private info.

(See 5.)

Why do apps need access to my info?

• Some apps may ask for info before you can use them. This info may be used to do things like:

• Help you find friends that also use the app or game.

• Personalize the content in the app so it's more interesting or relevant to you.

• Make it easier to share things with people on Facebook.

• Make it easier to create an account so you can use the app right away.

App Privacy and Settings #3

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Conscious Parenting ~ Too Busy for Love?

By Traci L. Williams

Too busy for love? None of us would like to answer that question with a yes, but if we look at our activities, what would they show us? Where we spend our time is a good indicator of what is important to us. Or, is it?

So much of what we do as parents is “for our kids.” Yet, in that process does what we do “for” them actually get in the way of having a relationship “with” them? I would say in many cases, yes. We get too busy for love.

With summer’s arrival, we have a great opportunity to shift gears and reprioritize. Our kids have less activities, less deadlines and less stress. If you can, take advantage of that. Here are some helpful tips:

Tip #1: Quality Time Put aside quality time with each of your children. That can be hard if you have more than one child. It doesn’t have to be hours or a full day. Can you make a “date” for ice cream or playing at the park for one hour? Maybe your quality time is in the kitchen cooking with your child who loves to cook or sitting outside chatting with one of your older kids after the others have gone to bed. What a special treat that would be! I know sometimes that is not easy when you are tired or you have an early day ahead. Plan accordingly and look for creative ways to spend at least 15 minutes a day with each of your children over the summer. It will be time well spent!

Tip #2: Family Adventures Have a family meeting and find out what would make this summer the best summer ever for each member of your family. Write those ideas down and see what you can do to make those happen. You probably won’t fit everything in, but you can have each person prioritize their preferences and start planning them one at a time. It creates excitement and planning things together creates a bond.

Make sure you get at least one item checked off for each person by the end of summer. If you can do more, that’s awesome. Do what’s doable. No need to stress. Make it fun and simple.

Tip #3: Family Meal Eat at least one meal together as a family every day. There is something grounding about sitting around a table with food. Food is nurturing. Contact is important. Make a point to have positive conversation. A popular thing to do is high’s and low’s. Everyone shares one high from the day and one low. It gives each Continued on page 33

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family member a perspective into the life of the other members and also allows you to see what’s important to them. This is a great time to listen and not give advice. It creates a safe space. You don’t want to have debates or arguments; simply listen and seek to understand. Everyone will feel loved.

Tip #4: Self-Care Take advantage of not having the crazy school schedule and put some time aside for yourself. This is so important! If your tank is empty, you have nothing to give your family. You want to prioritize your self-care so you have energy, caring and attention to give to your children and spouse. The other benefit is you are modeling healthy self-care which will be a great skill for your children to embrace as they get older. Burn out is no fun.

Have an amazing month! Enjoy the beautiful weather and do your best to create slower days as often as you can. Make it a point not to be too busy for love. This is a time to regenerate and regroup as a family.

Traci L. Williams is known for her practical and intuitive parenting style. Contact her directly to schedule a free phone consultation at 951-240-1407 or traci@alovingway.com. Sign up for her free newsletter at www.alovingway. com.

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Summer Lovin’ Outdoor Décor!

By Rita Wood, The Room Arranger

Aren’t we lucky to live in Southern California where the weather is always beautiful? That being said, you should consider outdoor space an extension of your home-and it should look and feel like it! Taking advantage of outdoor space, whether big or small, not only increases your living area but can also give you the feeling of being on vacation . . . and couldn’t we all use a little extra vacation time?!

Now that summer is upon us, it’s the perfect time to take another look at your outside space. You probably can’t increase the size of your property, however, you can make the most of what you have. So take a walk, check out your patio, the front porch, balcony, your backyard, the deck and even the area around your pool. Any of these can be turned into a space with a specific purpose and into an outdoor oasis.

Once you’ve identified your new “stay-cation” space, furnish it in a way to compliment the inside of your home. Select a style and colors that coordinate for a pleasing visual flow. Depending on how large an area you have, both a sitting / conversation area with a separate spot to eat is ideal. A sofa or sectional and club or lounge chairs are all good choices. Don’t forget to add weather resistant cushions and throw pillows for comfort, style and a pop of color.

A place to eat is important too because food always tastes better when you eat outside! For a casual look, consider using miss-matched chairs of the same color for a casual, eclectic look.

If your space is limited such as on a balcony or perhaps a small front porch, don’t worry. You still have enough space to create a cozy spot for outdoor enjoyment. Just because an area is small doesn’t mean it can’t be large on style! Start with a couple comfortable chairs and a small table between. If you have room for ottomans, that’s great as they can be used for feet and as extra seating.

Add an area rug, floor lamp, maybe a plant or two and viola . . . you have a cozy spot to relax and read the newest summer novel!

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Your outdoor decor should include finishing touches just like the inside of your home . . . and they don’t have to cost a lot of money. If you have bags of seashells you collected at the beach it’s time to make use of them. Get out your glue gun and attach the shells to picture frames, covering the frame completely.

Strategically hang on the fence around your

If you’re up for an easy DIY project, try this . . . find an outdated chandelier and after removing all electrical components, spray paint it, add pillar candles and hang over your outdoor dining table. It’s inexpensive, fun to do, it adds an element of the unexpected and it looks great!

I wish for you a fabulous summer and hope you find some underutilized outdoor space, large or small, and discover ways to turn it into the perfect summer get-away.

Until next month . . . happy home re-decorating!

Temecula resident Rita Wood, The Room Arranger has been a certified member of the Interior Redecorators Network since 1999. Her specialty is helping clients transform their home using the furniture and accessories they already own and love. Learn more about Rita and how she can refresh your home by visiting her website www.TheRoomArranger.com, contacting her at 315-481-9659,

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pool... so cute! If you still have leftover shells, arrange them in clear containers and use as tabletop décor.

When nighttime rolls around, it doesn’t mean you have to go inside. Don’t hesitate to add both task and decorative lighting as part of your outdoor décor. Use table and floor lamps for overall lighting, then to add ambience, string tiny white lights in or around trees on fences or the railing of your balcony. Path lighting along sidewalks and or spotlights highlighting plants add another level of interest.

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Visiting Our Vineyards

JULY 2018

Wilson Creek Winery’s Creekside Grille Offers Creative, Fresh, Seasonal Dishes

By Susan Montgomery

On a recent balmy June afternoon, my husband, Todd, and I happily strolled through the idyllic setting at Wilson Creek Winery as we headed toward the winery’s Creekside Grille for lunch. All around us, small groups of visitors sipped wine while quiet music wafted through the lush, flowering grounds.

Soon we were seated by the friendly Creekside staff at a lovely table on the shaded patio. The Creekside Grille’s personable Executive Chef, Steve Stawinski, joined us. We learned that Chef Steve has been at the Creekside Grille for eight years and has more than 20 years of experience in the culinary industry, including being Chef de Cuisine for Hilton Hotels.

He talked about growing up on the east coast in a cooking family where his passion for preparing delicious dishes was inspired by both his mother and his grandfather who concocted fabulous meals for large family gatherings. He reExecutive Chef Steve Stawinski shows off calls watching some of the early food fresh mussels. cooking shows, such as The Frugal Gourmet, with his mother and picking up all kinds of cooking tips from his grandfather.

From an early age, he knew he wanted to be a chef and he worked his way up through the ranks in a variety of restaurant kitchens where he held positions such as busboy, prep cook, and pantry cook. He was so excited when he first became a hot line cook and then a sous chef.

As Executive Chef at the Creekside Grille, Chef Steve enjoys creating and preparing dishes with a focus on imaginative, fresh cuisine made from ingredients

that are locally sourced as much as possible. For instance, he orders much of his produce from Sage Mountain Farms in Hemet and mushrooms from nearby Mountain Meadow Mushrooms. He describes the restaurant’s menu as “Rustic New American.”

Dishes range from a popular basic burger and Gerry’s Reuben (named after Wilson Creek’s owner, Gerry Wilson) to more gourmet dishes such as Braised Lamb Osso Buco and Blue Mussel Ramen.

The menu changes seasonally as new produce becomes available and usually there are at least two daily specials offered. The summer menu was launched at the end of June. I am especially looking forward to the Hearts of Palm Ceviche on the summer menu and also other new items such as Roasted Grape Bruschetta, Baby Tempura Blossoming Zucchini, Coffee Rubbed Bison Short Ribs, and Bacon and Spinach Spaghetti.

There was such a wide variety of enticing choices on the menu that it was hard for us to decide what to order so we let the chef decide for us.

Skuna Bay Salmon, served with local mushrooms and tomatoes on a bed of creamy (and delicious) sweet pea risotto.

Duck Mole, creatively served with a tangy roasted red pepper and cilantro polenta.

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Dessert of house-made donut holes rolled in The Creekside Grille is open for After a palate cleansing mint crystals served with coffee mousse. lunch from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday cucumber amuse-bouche (a through Friday and until 5 p.m. on small appetizer offered to Third Rotary Saturdays.Annual Every Sunday, the Creekmembers), we enjoyed a Grille offers its famous Bubble side Taste of the World BenCaesar salad with a light, Brunch Buffet featuring omelet, fresh dressing and a tasty seafood, carving and dessert stations. caramelized onion goat I’ve been to this spectacular brunch cheese tart. For entrees, I and it is one of the most scrumptious relished the beautifully prebrunches I’ve ever experienced. sented Skuna Bay Salmon, We were thrilled to see Wilson served with local mushrooms Creek owners, Gerry and Rosie Wiland tomatoes on a bed of son, dining at the Creekside Grille the creamy (and delicious) sweet day we were there and we talked with pea risotto. The salmon was them briefly about their approach to Owners, Rosie and Gerry Wilson enjoy lunch almost every day perfectly prepared, moist and at Creekside Grille excellence in both wine and food at flavorful. Todd was in meatWilson Creek. They are obviously lovers’ heaven with an all-natural, grass-fed New York strip steak served with lyonvery pleased with the wonderful dinnaise potatoes on Sage Mountain Farm wilted spinach. We also savored one of the ing experiences their winery offers. No wonder they have lunch almost every day at daily specials, Duck Mole, creatively served with a tangy roasted red pepper and the Creekside Grille. There is such joy in savoring good food and wine. cilantro polenta and accompanied by a refreshing Chayote squash salad. As a sweet Photos by Todd Montgomery. finale, the chef sent us a delectable dessert of house-made donut holes rolled in mint crystals served with coffee mousse topped with whipped cream in a chocolate espresso cup. (Can you imagine a more luscious dessert?) All Creekside Grille desserts are made in-house.

We enjoyed these dishes with wonderful Wilson Creek wines. I loved the crisp 2017 Viognier, which paired nicely with the salmon, and Todd was particularly enamored with the 2015 Mourvedre’s deep berry flavors that complemented his rich steak.

The staff is well versed on wine pairings and can suggest wines that will go best with specific dishes. Of course, at Wilson Creek, there are many exceptional wine choices such as the winery’s famous Almond Sparkling Wine, which would be a nice wine to launch any meal.

There were so many wonderful choices on the menu, including appetizers, salads, sandwiches, and desserts. Vegetarian options are also available and the restaurant has a special gluten-free menu. We were impressed to learn that Creekside Grille is certified by the National Foundation for Celiac Awareness, which is a rigorous process. The staff undergoes gluten-free resource education awareness training and all gluten-free dishes are served on black plates. The staff makes sure there is no cross-contamination between gluten-free items and the preparation of other dishes.

(Not all restaurants are careful about this and I was very impressed with the Creekside Grille’s efforts to focus on this important issue for so many people.)

Being an Executive Chef at such a popular winery is a demanding job. Chef Steve not only creates dishes, but he plans seasonal menus, manages the budget, orders ingredients, and hires and trains the staff. And on a busy day, you may find him on the line preparing dishes. The Chef is also in charge of the many weddings and other catered events held at Wilson Creek. In addition, the more casual Creekside Bar & Grille is open on Saturdays and Sundays and features simpler fare, such as wraps, sandwiches, salads, and cheese plates.

Can you imagine overseeing all these venues? And on a typical weekend, there may be several weddings and a concert going on where food is available. This takes lots of coordination. Fortunately, there is a talented staff of more than 20 in the kitchen to help keep this all on track. Chef Steve emphasizes that consistency and quality are uppermost priorities. He admits it’s challenging to plan quantities for such large groups and also to make sure all the food for a large group is ready at the same time, but it all works at Wilson Creek because of its experienced, dedicated staff.

Chef Steve likes to emphasize that he strives to present his guests with the very best dishes possible. He likes this quote from the celebrated chef, Thomas Keller (of French Laundry fame): "It's not about perfection; it's about the joy of striving."

And so Chef Steve strives for perfection by choosing the best ingredients possible and working with his staff to create the best dishes possible—while having fun at the same time.

There is obviously great joy in the chef’s and staff’s approach to serving guests at the Creekside Grille.

A tasty caramelized onion goat cheese tart.

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Western Science Center for Archaeology and Paleontology Article and photographs by Arlene Lehtone

Well, there was “a whole lot of shaking going on,” and I don’t mean the song that I enjoy dancing to, I mean in a 270-degree Multi-Purpose Theater with a stage that has a floor that shakes and moves along with the action of the film on the screen.

This “immersion theater,” in a circular room with simulated rock benches that shake during the film, was an experience not to be missed. The film showed us the time when colossal creatures lived here in this area.

Robin, one of our two daughters (residing on the island of Guam in the Mariana Islands) visited us, and since her husband is an archeologist, we visited the Western Science Center, previously called the Western Center for Archeology and Paleontology.

With big metallic columns, set against the foothills of south Hemet, the facility was almost twelve years in planning and about three years under construction. The complex is on 22 acres, on the east side of the Diamond Valley Lake, at Domenigoni and Searl Parkways.

We entered the Center along a 156-foot-long outdoor walkway (called the Lifeon-Earth Timeline), with its overhead timeline showing geologic time. Protruding from the 24-foot high walls were re-created paleontological strata and fossil replicas from a bison, dire wolf, mammoth, mastodon and a giant sloth.

There were permanent exhibits of reconstructed mastodons, mammoths and giant sloths. The Center also has traveling shows and exhibits occasionally.

This museum was made possible when the Metropolitan Water District began construction of a reservoir in the Domenigoni Valley in the early 1990’s, now known as Diamond Valley Lake. During excavation, the crew discovered Indian artifacts and Ice Age fossils at over 90 sites.

The construction of the 4,500-acre Diamond Valley Lake furnished a remarkable chance for scientists to excavate an expanse that had been farmed for generations.

Astonishing discoveries (from pin-sized animal teeth to giant mastodon and mammoth skulls) were unearthed by the workers.

The earth-movers and archaeologists worked together to unearth, preserve, catalogue and transfer over 1,000,000 specimens from the excavation.

The Big Picture simulates a “big picture” that shows life in the Diamond and Domenigoni Valleys from the 230,000 years ago to the present day.

The Pre-historic Archaeology alcove reveals how the Native American communities previously existed. Archaeological finds with native artifacts include an adobe house representative of one occupied by early settlers. Among the first settlers was the Domenigoni family that arrived in the 1880’s. They farmed there for over 100 years.

We viewed the remains of “Sammy,” a huge ground sloth nearly seven feet tall; “Max,” the largest mastodon encountered in the Western United States; “Xena,” a 10,000 or 16,000-year-old mammoth; and “Little Stevie,” a young mastodon discovered in a wetland from 50,000 years ago.

An educational asset, the Discovery Lab has hands-on, interactive mechanical and computer-based areas where the science of archaeology and paleontology are taught.

With its state-of-the-art research facilities and techniques, the Center is an excellent resource for archaeological and paleontological study and learning.

This is a perfect daytrip for families. It is exciting, educational and local!!!

The Western Science Center is located at 2345 Searl Parkway in Hemet.

For information, call 951791-0032, or visit them at westerncentermuseum.org.