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MSJC Wine Industry and Hospitality Program Delivers
NOVEMBER 2018
Visiting Our Vineyards
Third Annual Rotary Taste of the World Benefit to be Held
By Carol Malin If you want to pursue a career in the wine industry, or greatly broaden your knowledge of how wine is made from grape to bottle, then MSJC has a program for you. Do you have a passion for wine, a driving desire for knowledge, are you detailoriented, and possess the motivation to push boundaries? The Wine Industry and Hospitality Program at MSJC empowers students with the basic skills to pursue their passion and obtain entry-level positions in the winemaking industry. This is an accredited program that includes classes on viticulture, enology, hospitality, customer service, business principles and marketing. Viticulture is the practice, study, and science of vineyard production. Enology is the chemistry and biology of wine. This stimulating course teaches students about the winemaking process from picking grapes to crushing and bottling. The program is based on an academic structure of lectures, labs and hands-on experience. Field trips to local wineries provide students with a view into the business of making wine. Then they can decide if working in the wine industry is a dream they want to pursue. Students soon to graduate from high school may not be aware of these opportunities, but they should consider the dramatic growth in the wine industry. According to Impact Data Bank (offshoot of Wine Spectator) wine generates annual sales of $46 billion, and in California alone there are more than 4,500 wineries. The increase in wineries in the Temecula Valley, as well as in the surrounding areas of Fallbrook,
Students learn Wine barrel sampling. Rainbow, and San Diego, are evidence of the healthy economy in the wine industry. Although a formal education may not always be required to work at a winery it can make a difference in salary. PayScale.com reports a regional median annual salary of $58,000 for winemakers, and bonuses are commonly added. As experience and responsibilities increase they often earn $100,000 or more a year. With news of earnings such as this, the wine industry has become very appealing and the MSJC course is attracting students of all ages. Besides Enologists and Viticulturists, there are many other jobs in the industry. Science geeks may choose to become wine mechanics, known as “wine cellar rats,� that run lab analysis on fermentations, transfer wine from tank to barrel and bottle. There is a need for sales, marketing, and hospitality workers, too. The point is, the world of wine offers several career options. Continued on page 6
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Visiting Our Vineyards
MSJC Wine Industry and Hospitality Program Delivers BioMan in the Vineyards
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claim he is a “virtual botanical, ecosystem encyclopedia.” Greg’s career prior to MSJC: President, Natural Product Innovations; Vice-Chair, General Chapters Chemical Analysis, United States Pharmacopeia; Chief Technologies Officer, Earth Renewable Technologies, Inc.
The Professor of Viticulture for Mt. San Jacinto Community College, Greg Pennyroyal, is better known as BioMan in the vineyards at Wilson Creek Winery where he is the Viticulture and Enology Coordinator. Greg is the guy who explains to students the importance of microbiome in nutrient acquisition and promotes an approach to stressing vines to increase flavor and yield. He garnered a homegrown education about farming in his teens when his family bought a piece of land and an old plow. The problem was he didn’t know which end was up. As Greg tells it, a neighboring farmer took one look at the mistakes he was making in the fields and decided he better mentor him before either Greg gave up or the earth did. Greg says that’s when he learned to respect nature and understand what plants want. That was just the beginning. Now folks who work with Greg Pressure bomb used to analyze water stress.
Students’ Goals Vary
“I took the Viticulture and Enology classes at MSJC when my partner, Matt Schroeder, and I planted 116 vines in Rainbow,” says Justin Finseth. “We wanted to go through the entire winemaking process and a friend of ours found some Syrah grapes for sale at a private vineyard in Bonsall. We crushed and destemmed them by hand; since then we bought a destemmer/crusher. We made four cases of Syrah and gave most of it away. Those who tasted it gave rave reviews, so we submitted it to the 2018 San Diego Amateur Winemakers Competition in Del Mar. We won 1st Place over 30 entries in the Syrah category. We are encouraged and are expanding our scope. This year we harvested 280 pounds of Sangiovese and halfton of a field blend of Bordeaux varietals. We hope to start our own private label.”
Building a Career
“Greg’s class at MSJC is in-depth and detailed,” says Matt Noreen. “I completed the Viticulture and Enology course at MSJC and I am a vineyard specialist. I love being out in the fields with plants, vines, and nature. It’s a little bit like being with the Lord.” Putting his education to good use, Matt has become an entrepreneur and owns S.D. Water Into Wine Vineyard Consulting & Vineyard Services. He also assists with custom crushes and private label wines at a vineyard in Fallbrook, and works for a local irrigation, farm and garden supply business. Continued on page 7
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Visiting Our Vineyards
MSJC Wine Industry and Hospitality Program Delivers Continuing Education
Alejandra Uria Zanon, a graduate of the University of Morón in Buenos Aires, is an experienced Horticultural Engineer. In Argentina she focused on Stevia crops and vineyard care. After relocating to Riverside County, she enrolled in the two-year program at MSJC and earned an employment concentration certification in Viticulture, Enology and Winery Technology. During her five-month internship at Wilson Creek Winery last year, Alejandra took part in early season vineyard care, and played an active role in dealing with diseases and mealy bug infestations. Working alongside winery employees she assisted in pre-bottling labs and learned barrel filling and maintenance. She says she plans to use her education to gain employment in the industry.
Expanding Knowledge
Professor Pennyroyal demonstrates how to assess plant health. Robert Pratt, a retired chiropractor, says he took the MSJC course to increase his knowledge of wines and learn about the hospitality aspect of the business. When he took Greg’s class he says he was impressed by “the science involved in growing grapes and making wine . . . it is very complex. Basic entomology is also introduced in the course as it is crucial to control pests in the vineyards, such as mealy bugs.” Robert interned at Wilson Creek Winery for two and half years and now serves as Vice President, Temecula Valley Wine Society.
Hobbyist to Connoisseur
While in the U.S. Marine Corp, Arthur Reyes traveled the world and, in every country, he collected a few bottles of wine. He catalogued his wines and researched them, and occasionally he found he owned a wine that was sought-after and valuable. This piqued his interest and he wanted to know what made one wine better than another. After retiring from the military, he moved to the Temecula Valley. He says, “When I heard about the program at MSJC, I knew this would help increase my knowledge of wines. It is a great course and you will learn a lot; I highly recommend the classes.”
Message from the Dean
“This is a valuable program for students who are interested in working in the wine industry, or for those who simply choose to expand their knowledge of wines,” says Joyce Johnson, Dean of Instruction, Career & Technical Education. “They will receive a stellar education from technical experts and industry professionals. We welcome students of all ages and diverse backgrounds. In recent years we have seen an increase in older students at the college who want create a second career and it is exciting to see them flourish.” Education is not just a product at Mt. San Jacinto College, it is the promise of lessons taught in
Students observe how to analyze wine.
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Third Annual Rotary
a clear compelling way that inspires students to become entrepreneurs, leaders, and Benefit to beProgram Heldwas designed creativeTaste thinkers. of Thethe MSJCWorld Wine Industry and Hospitality by an Advisory Board that incorporates educators and local award-winning vintners with years of practical experience. The roster includes: Joe Hart, Hart Winery owner; Tim Kramer, Leoness Winemaker; Mike Rennie, Leoness Cellars owner; Jon McPherson, South Coast Winery Winemaker; Etienne Cowpers, Wilson Creek Winemaker; Patrick Bartlett, Co-Chair, Temecula Valley Wine Management; Ben Drake, Drake Enterprises, vineyard services; Peter Poole, President, Vitis Consulting, wineries and vineyards; John Schuler, MSJC chemistry professor; Joyce Johnson, MSJC Dean of Instruction, Career & Technical Education.
Class Registration Opens November 19. Spring Classes Start January 14. Mt. San Jacinto College Temecula Education Complex 27447 Enterprise Circle, West, Temecula, CA 92590 951.639.5352
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Ideas for Home
NOVEMBER 2018
Will My Holiday Decorations Make Buyers Feel Cozy or Cluttered? How to follow your heart and decorate your home when it’s on the market. By Dara Bowers
During the fall and winter season we love decorating—there is something magical that happens when we transform our homes into a haunted house, pumpkin harvest or Christmas wonderland! For many families, decorating the home is a tradition looked forward to year after year. From front porch decorations to elaborate place settings, holiday inspired bathroom towels and mantle centerpieces, Americans spend billions each year on holiday decor, according to the National Retail Federation, which surveys consumers before every holiday to get an estimate of their expenditures. Clients who list their homes over the holidays often ask what decorations are appropriate and I always give the same advice: “stage” the interior and exterior with the buyer in mind. This is an essential rule of thumb no matter when you sell your home. When it comes to holiday decor, I recommend asking yourself two easy questions: 1. Is it overwhelming and distracting? and, 2. Does it hide any important selling features? Please, do not overthink this—we all understand what it means to keep decorations to a minimum. If you must sell your home over the holidays, do not fret. It is absolutely possible to do so while still decorating and enjoying the beauty of the season.
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for. I understand the process of selling your home is stressful, especially during the holiday season, but please do not deprive yourself from the joy and excitement it brings you. While you may not be doing everything you normally do, it is temporary. If you are having trouble deciding what you should do, please contact www. stageinstylehomes.com or call 951365-7984 for free holiday staging advice. Next time, I will share another important tip on how to best stage your home before you list. Dara lives in Temecula, California with her husband of 7 years, David. She is a member of the Real Estate Staging Association (RESA) and has her undergraduate in history, journalism and business administration. As a graduate of Murrieta Valley High School, she has called Temecula home (on and off) since 2003. Dara is easy, fun, and flexible to talk to and happily performs free staging consultations offering advice, tips and tricks to local residents.
The goal is to make potential buyers feel cozy, not cluttered. For example, September through November, perhaps you can choose a classic pumpkin harvest theme for the interior of your home with warm touches of burnt orange, red and gold throughout. This can be as simple as carved pumpkins in your entryway, an apple pie candle on your coffee table, pinecone centerpiece on your mantle, place settings with festive napkin rings and a chunky bright white wool blanket draped at the bottom of your bed. Keep it sweet and simple. The “less is more” principle applies to the exterior of your home too. For example, if you traditionally choose a Griswold style Christmas theme for your front lawn with tons of lights and an inflatable Santa Claus, I would recommend choosing something that will not distract from the normal curbside appeal of your home. Perhaps, a simple pine and berry wreath on the front door paired with a festive door mat and fresh poinsettias flanking the entryway might be more aesthetically pleasing and better showcase the front of your property. This style of “holiday staging” can be tricky, but as you know, staging significantly impacts how long your home is on the market and how much you sell your home
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Best Burger and Loaded Fries Winners Announced Today at the Battle of the Burgers Temecula Valley held its second annual Battle of the Burgers at Pechanga Resort Casino
The second annual Battle of the Burgers was held on Saturday, October 20, 2018 at Pechanga Resort Casino. Ten restaurants located in Temecula Valley competed for the Judge’s Choice & People’s Choice award. The event was a collaborative effort between Visit Temecula Valley, Pechanga Resort Casino, and Temecula Valley Unified School District. “People love to eat a good burger when they travel, and we want to show Temecula Valley has some great dining options that can compete with the best of them,” says Annette Brown, Director of Public Relations at Visit Temecula Valley. New to the event, was a “Loaded Fries” competition that included eleven Pechanga Resort Casino executive chefs partnering with third year Career Technical Education (CTE) students at Temecula Valley High School. The students teamed up with the chefs to create their “Loaded Fries” recipes. The event was a sellout, with many wishing they had pre-purchased their tickets. There were more burgers and fries than one could consume, but everyone tried their best. Restaurants cooked onsite and attendees came up to their booths for samples (some as big as half a burger), while the “Loaded Fries” were the centerpiece of the room with the chefs and students offering a wide variety of fries. Restaurants that participated in the burger competition were Baily’s Old Town, Burger
Lounge, Burgers & Beer, Café Champagne at Thornton Winery, Crush & Brew, Devilicious Eatery, Mad Madeline’s Grill, Matty G’s Steakburgers, Naughty Pig Butchery, and Siggy’s. Pechanga chefs and student teams showed off their creativity with ingredients like, Hawaiian shrimp, short rib gravy, Sriracha shredded chicken, spiced caramel sauce, pork sisig, mayo wasabi crème sauce, sweet and sour teriyaki, tomato feta oregano puree, bolognaise meat sauce, and buffalo ranch arabesque.
Burger Winners: Judge’s Choice First Place – Burger Lounge, The Valley Special/The Dude Ranch Second Place – Naughty Pig, The Royale with Cheese Third Place – Crush & Brew, Whiskey Burger
People’s Choice First Place – Mad Madeline’s Grill, Chili Relleno Burger Second Place – Burger Lounge, The Valley Special/The Dude Ranch Third Place – Naughty Pig, The Royale with Cheese Loaded Fries Winners: Judge’s Choice First Placee – Chef Garcia at Paisano’s with student Sebastian Ariola Second Place – Chef Shenk with student Mattie Dominguez Third Place – Chef Capacia at Journey’s End with student Adam Boggess
People’s Choice First Place – Chef Shenk with student Mattie Dominguez Second Place – Chef Marlene Moore at Temptations Food Court with students Miles McKinzie and Griffin Merrick Third Place (Tie) – Chef Capacia at Journey’s End with student Adam Boggess Third Place (Tie) – Chef Nuguid (Assistant Executive Chef) with student Adam Boggess
NOVEMBER 2018
Juicy Thanksgiving Turkey
• Prep Time 20 min—cook 3 hours – Ready in 3 Hours 20 Minutes • Recipe is for any size turkey- cook time may vary-internal temp will tell you when ready • Always check internal temp-insert thermometer into the thickest part of the thigh-near the bone-temp needs to read 180 degrees F • • • • • • • • • • • • •
2 tablespoons dried parsley 2 tablespoons ground dried rosemary 2 tablespoons rubbed dried sage 2 tablespoons dried thyme leaves 1 tablespoon lemon pepper 1 tablespoon salt 1 (15 pound) whole turkey, neck and giblets removed 2 stalks celery, chopped 1 orange, cut into wedges 1 onion, chopped 1 carrot, chopped 1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth 1 (750 milliliter) bottle champagne or chardonnay
Directions
1. Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a turkey roaster with long sheets of aluminum foil that will be long enough to wrap over the turkey.
2. Stir together the parsley, rosemary, sage, thyme, lemon pepper, and salt in a small bowl. Rub the herb mixture into the cavity of the turkey, then stuff with the celery, orange, onion, and carrot. Truss if desired, and place the turkey into the roasting pan. Pour the chicken broth and champagne over the turkey, making sure to get some champagne in the cavity. Bring the aluminum foil over the top of the turkey, and seal. Try to keep the foil from touching the skin of the turkey breast or legs.
3. Bake the turkey in the preheated oven for 2 1/2 to 3 hours until no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear. Uncover the turkey, and continue baking until the skin turns golden brown, 30 minutes to 1 hour longer. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh, near the bone should read 180 degrees F (82 degrees C). Remove the turkey from the oven, cover with a doubled sheet of aluminum foil, and allow to rest in a warm area 10 to 15 minutes before slicing.
The Naughty Pig Butchery is taking Pre-orders on Organic-Free Range Fresh Turkeys until November 19th- we also have all the ingredients in this recipe measured and cut in a kit-(you supply the champagne or chardonnay) – when you place your turkey order-request the “Recipe Kit” – Phone 951-677-1372 to pre-order today
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SENIORS
NOVEMBER 2018
Henry "The Skipper" Franklin Trio featuring Jameal Dean: Thursday, December 27, 2018 7:30 PM The Mercantile is located in Old Town Temecula on Main Street. The venue seats 48 club-style. Jazz performances take place every Thursday at 7:30pm. Where can you hear the best jazz trios in an intimate group of 48 for $15? Come in to the Merc at 42051 Main St.and see!! For tickets: www.TemeculaTheater.org or Phone: 866-OLD-TOWN (866653-8696)
Legends Season Package Bring back memories through the music you love!
Presented by Sherry Berry Music in association with Temecula Presents
Sherry Williams hosts "Jazz At The Merc"!
Each Thursday (and special performance dates throughout the year), you will be treated to a different jazz group in the intimate space known as "The Merc". The Mercantile is one of Temecula's original buildings and has been beautifully restored. We wanted to take advantage of this venue and bring you straight ahead jazz every Thursday evening in this acoustically inspired space. TICKETS: $15 Mark Winkler Trio: Thursday, November 8, 2018 7:30 PM Jon Mayer with Harry Scorso: Thursday, November 15, 2018 7:30 PM Dave Tull Trio: Thursday, November 29, 2018 7:30 PM Keith Droste Trio: Thursday, December 6, 2018 7:30 PM Jacques Lesure Quartet: Thursday, December 13, 2018 7:30 PM Bruce Lett Trio with Vocalist Bili Redd: Thursday, December 20, 2018 7:30 PM Upcoming Performances:
Temecula’s Theater brings you the best, and our LEGENDS series is no exception! Join us for world-class bands paying tribute to some of Rock-n-Roll’s greatest! PERFORMANCES: November 2, 2018 at 8pm - Twisted Gypsy (Fleetwood Mac Tribute) January 3 & 4, 2019 at 8pm – Led Zepagain (Led Zeppelin Tribute) January 31, 2019 at 8pm - Strange Days (The Doors Tribute) March 7, 2019 at 8pm - DSB (Journey Tribute) March 8, 2019 at 8pm - Petty And The Heartshakers (Tom Petty Tribute) April 26, 2019 at 8pm - The Rising (Bruce Springsteen Tribute) May 24, 2019 at 8pm - Garratt Wilken & The Parrottheads (Jimmy Buffett Tribute) SEASON PACKAGE PRICING for any five performances: $100 for the season • $20 Pick Five (Pick any five Temecula Presents shows) For Tickets: temeculatheater.org or Phone: 866-OLD-TOWN (866-653-8696) The Temecula Community Theater is located in Old Town Temecula. The theater is small (354 seats) and intimate with state-of-the-art acoustics! You will love this venue. 42051 Main Street, Temecula, CA 92590
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Local Woman’s Club Supports Survivors of Domestic Violence
The Temecula Valley Woman’s Club has joined the General Federation of Women’s Clubs (GFWC) in recognizing October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month. S.A.F.E. (Safe Alternatives for Everyone started as a grassroots volunteer committee initiated by Founder Carol Niles when she was a member of the Temecula Valley Woman’s Club. From that selfless act, they joined community leaders to bring awareness of the need for domestic violence services in our valley and Safe Alternatives for Everyone became a 501©3 non-profit in 2001. All of this happened because of dedicated and passionate volunteers. S.A.F.E. now provides victims of domestic violence with life-saving services including safety planning, placement in the Trinity S.A.F.E. house, assistance with basic needs such as clothing, food, gasoline vouchers, etc. to name just a few. GFWC is committed to domestic violence issues year round. The GFWC Signature Program: Domestic Violence Awareness and Prevention encourages women’s clubs across the nation to increase awareness and prevent the widespread occurrence of domestic abuse in their communities. One pillar of the program is GFWC’s annual Success for Survivors Scholarship, which opened on October 1. The scholarship encourages intimate partner abuse survivors to reclaim and rebuild their lives by advancing their academic pursuits through a $2,500 scholarship. More information can be found at https://www.gfwc.org/sucess-survivors/. The General Federation of Women’s Clubs is a unifying force, bringing together local women’s clubs with members dedicated to strengthening their communities and enhancing the lives of others through volunteer service.
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With nearly 80,000 members in affiliated clubs in every state and more than a dozen countries, GFWC members are community leaders who work locally to create global change by supporting the arts, preserving natural resources, advancing education, promoting healthy lifestyles , encouraging civic involvement and working toward world peace and understanding. The GFWC Temecula Valley Woman’s Club is part of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs dedicated to the improvement of educational, ethical and cultural life of the community through volunteer service. Collectively we are living the volunteer spirit.
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NOVEMBER 2018
18th Annual Community Candlelight Tribute “Remembering Those We’ve Loved and Lost” Sunday, December 2, 2018 • 5:00 PM Sharp Temecula City Hall (front steps) Civic Center BRING:
• PICTURE OF YOUR LOVED ONE FOR DISPLAY ON STEPS OF CITY HALL • BAKED GOODIES TO SHARE AT END OF EVENT TO COMMUNITY ROOM • PARKING: CIVIC CENTER GARAGE AVAILABLE
• NEW TOYS for CHARITABLE FOUNDATION – FIRST TEAM KIDS
The Community Candlelight Tribute is open to all persons who’ve experienced the death of a loved one. The event began in 2000, when Linda Mejia, working at the City of Murrieta at that time, lost her 16-year-old TVHS son, Adam Mejia, a Star Wrestler, to an aggressive form of cancer. The same year, her 3½ month old granddaughter was born with heart disease and died as a result. She began a bereavement support group called Heavenbound for all who’d lost loved ones, for the next 15 years, that brought hundreds of people to her Friday morning coffee klatch. The Holiday-time brings the greatest time of sorrow to those who are bereaved. She learned of the great need by the numerous community members who desired a time and place to celebrate their loved one’s memory; 18 years later, the need to support those in grief continues. Each event features special speakers, music performed by local artists, poetry, and a candle lighting. Over the years, a time to honor military, first responders, 911 victims, Las Vegas concert victims, and a myriad of various losses, has become a theme for the annual events; but, is focused on the ones left behind to cope with the grief. Special Speakers have included community leaders; city and school officials, authors, various local church and chaplaincy, and those who share their grief by experience.
Through the process, there are referrals to grief recovery groups through-out SW Riverside County and special bonds of friendship are made for the health and wellness of the community-at-large. This year, we are introducing UMBRELLA MINISTRIES, a new local Chapter for moms who have lost a child. Started in 1996, it has become a national outreach for grief support. Community support has included: TIP of SW Riverside/Trauma Intervention Program, Timmy D. Productions, Robinson’s Printing, Promenade Mall, and various local non-profit participation. FOR MORE INFORMATION or to HELP, CONTACT: Linda Mejia @ (951)7755163
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Downtown Lake Elsinore Brings Thousands of Visitors
Historic Downtown Lake Elsinore has experienced a renaissance in the last several years as new restaurants, stores, and events are attracting hundreds of visitors to Main Street each month. In the coming weeks, Historic Downtown Lake Elsinore will hum with activity. The 50th anniversary of the Lake Elsinore Grand Prix, scheduled from Nov. 8 through Nov. 11, and the annual Winterfest on Dec. 1 will lure thousands of visitors to the City's Historic Downtown.
The Grand Prix Returns
For the second straight year, the Grand Prix will return to streets keeping with the original event that started in the late 1960s. The Grand Prix was memorialized
with the 1971 documentary "On Any Sunday," which included appearances by movie star Steve McQueen and legendary motorcycle racer Malcolm Smith. This year's Grand Prix will offer two Harvey Mushman competitions, named after the alias McQueen used in the races, and both will be staged from Graham Avenue in front of the Wreck bar. City Park will be the site of many auxiliary activities, including a vintage and veterans' motorcycle exhibit, and as many as 35 food, beverage and merchandise vendors. The event is expected to bring 5,000 to 7,000 visitors to Downtown Lake Elsinore.
Winterfest Events in December
Several thousand more people are expected to attend Winterfest, which features snow, Santa, a holiday tree lighting, live entertainment, recreational activities, and food, arts and crafts, and much more. To find out more about these events and more, visit www.lake-elsinore.org or follow the City on Facebook at www.facebook.com/cityoflakeelsinore. The City of Lake Elsinore is a member of the Lake Elsinore Downtown Merchants Association (DMA), which strives to promote, grow and improve Historic Downtown Lake Elsinore. Find out more at www.facebook.com/historicdowntownle #downtownLE Come down and enjoy the events and try one of many restaurants in Downtown Lake Elsinore: Don Mere's Restaurant, Stadium Pizza Main St., Main Street Kitchen & Tap, Guadalarja Mexican Grill & Cantina, La Unica Cocina Mexicana Y Cantina, Felix's BBQ with Soul, Rana's Rusticana, El Unico.
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PETS
Pet Adoptions of the Month Animal Friends of the Valleys
LORI (left, ID #425059 – 5 years old) and ROSE (right, ID #425058 – 3 years old) are two peas in a pod who might just be Mother and Daughter! These gorgeous Boxers were left in our Night Drop with no information left about them, and while Rose is quite shy when her Mom is not around, we are hoping to get them both adopted together so their adorable personalities can truly shine! To meet these sweet girls or any of our other adoptable pets, come on down to Animal Friends of the Valleys! Because Shelter Pets are Heads and Tails above the Rest! For more information: 951-674-0618 ext. 217 AnimalFreindsoftheValleys.com
Huey’s Heroes Reading Program
Huey’s Heroes Reading Program was designed to help readers of all ages improve their reading skills, while sharing those skill 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!
AFV is Always in Need of Responsible Volunteers
There are a number of ways in which you can help; some positions require your presence at the shelter, but many do not! All volunteers must be 14 years of age or older. Volunteers under the age of 16 must have a parent or guardian complete the process of becoming a volunteer with them and must accompany them while volunteering. AFV volunteer t-shirts must be worn while volunteering for AFV. Tshirts can be purchased at the orientation or on the first day of volunteering for $15 each. Students can fulfill their high school community service requirement by volunteering for AFV! PLEASE NOTE: Volunteer orientations are held the first and third Wednesdays of each month from 5 to 6 p.m. You must complete the online application form BEFORE you schedule yourself for orientation on the Volunteer Calendar. You can choose the Wednesday orientation date you want to attend. Any other inquiries about the volunteer program, please contact our volunteer coordinator at 951674-0618, ext. 214
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Temecula Valley Hospital Treats 1st Brain Aneurysm Patient
Temecula Valley Hospital has successfully treated the 1st brain aneurysm patient in the new facility. This is a 1st for the hospital and for the Southwest Riverside County region. A brain aneurysm is a weak spot in one of the brain’s arteries that flowing blood causes to balloon out, forming either a small pouch on one side of the artery wall or causes the artery to bulge out. The aneurysm was treated using endovascular coiling, in which wire coils are inserted into the artery of the brain at the aneurysm. The wire coils up inside the aneurysm disrupts the blood flow and essentially seals off the aneurysm
More Pets for Adoption
Retrievers and Friends
Fiona is a 9-week-old Queensland Heeler/Shepherd mix puppy. She is sweet and shy, smart, and very gentle.
Shrek is a 9-week-old Queensland Heeler/Shepherd mix puppy. He is quiet, shy, smart and very calm.
Duchess is a 6lb., 18month-old Chihuahua. She’s had pups recently, and was a great little mom. She likes to be held, is very smart, housetrained and want to please.
Myrtle is a 6-year-old English Bulldog. She is very gentle. friendly and loves treats. She is a big girl and is mellow and easy going. For more information: 951-674-0618 ext. 217 AnimalFreindsoftheValleys.com
from the artery. The hospital’s recent expansion includes a new neuro biplane room, to provide such advanced neuroscience treatments. (Please see attached photo.) Specially trained physicians and a multidisciplinary team work together to treat patients with aneurysms or other neurologic conditions. “We are thrilled about this 1st for our hospital,” said Darlene Wetton, Chief Executive Officer, of Temecula Valley Hospital. “Temecula Valley Hospital is committed to providing high quality, advanced medical treatment to the residents of this region. We are proud of our hospital staff and the physicians for providing advanced treatments, such as endovascular interventional neuroscience treatments for this community.” For more information, visit www.temeculavalleyhospital.com
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Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus.
~ 1 Thessalonians 5:18 NLT
Are You a Thankful Person? By Pastor John Stewart
Are you a thankful person? By that, I mean, are you thankful no matter what is going on in your life! Maybe you have lost your job, or your health is failing. You may be dealing with the loss of a loved one. Such circumstances can be tremendously difficult. But even so, we all have much to be thankful for. Remember with me an amazing story of a man who had every right to be bitter—but wasn’t. Every time this man heard footsteps in the dark cavernous hallway to his dungeon, he realized that his captors might be coming to take him away to his execution. His bed was the hard, cold, stone floor of his small dank prison cell. He lived every hour of everyday, dealing with the constant discomfort and numbing pain of chains and iron manacles cutting into his wrists and ankles. Unjustly accused, brutally mistreated and in total isolation from friends and comforts of any kind, — if ever a person had reason to complain, it was this man, wasting away and almost forgotten in a harsh Roman prison. But instead of complaints, his lips cried out with words of praise and thanksgiving! The man was the Apostle Paul—a man who had learned the meaning of true thanksgiving, even in the midst of great adversity. In an earlier imprisonment in Rome, the Apostle Paul wrote these words, “singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord, giving thanks always for all things to God the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ,” (Ephesians 5:19, 20 NKJV) Consider these words carefully: “giving thanks always for all things to God the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ” — no matter what the circumstances!
Inwardly singing in his heart, while outwardly suffering great hardship! Thanksgiving, for the Apostle Paul was not a once-a-year celebration, but a daily reality that changed his life and made him a joyful person in every situation. Paul also stated “in everything give thanks, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you” (1 Thessalonians 5:18). As difficult as this sounds, there is good reason why God encourages us to embrace all of life with a spirit of gratitude. Paul did not say give thanks “for” all things, but “in” all things! Gratitude is grounded in the truth that God “is good” and “His love endures forever” (Psalm 118:1). He is present with us and strengthens us in the midst of troubled times: “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble” (Psalm 41:1) I am often reminded how much worse troubling circumstances could be if we were walking through them alone and without the help and hope of the Lord strengthening and guiding us every step of the way. The Bible also teaches us that God lovingly uses the trials, troubles and tribulations of this life to grow our character into His likeness, “we also glory in tribulations, knowing that tribulation produces perseverance; and perseverance, character; and character, hope.” (Romans 5:3-4) Again the Apostle is not saying rejoice because of your troubles, but know that God is working in them and will work things through them producing promised ends! What these verses are saying generally, is that a Christian is not only able to triumph in tribulation, but because of it! One of the by-products of tribulation is that it produces perseverance or endurance. We would never develop needed perseverance if our lives were trouble-free. Paul next explains that perseverance develops character. God proves or strengthens our faith and charactering as we face trials trusting and obeying Him, rather than trusting in ourselves. As our faith is strengthened we become more steadfast in hope. This hope isn’t getting lucky or catching a break in trials, but it is a God developed confidence and assurance in the Lord, because we know He is working in our lives! This anchors us in hope us against fear, doubt and worry because we trust that He who begun a good work in us, will successfully see it through to completion. When life hits us with hard times, choosing to be grateful focuses our attention on the goodness of God and gives us the strength not only to make it through, but to grow through our struggles. In the ancient world, leprosy was a terrible and incurable disease. It hopelessly disfigured those who had it, and it permanently cut them off from normal society. Without exception, every leper yearned for one thing: to be healed. In Luke 17:12-19, we find Jesus travelling through Samaria and the Galilee where He encountered 10 lepers who began to loudly plead with Him to heal them. In an instant He healed and restored them all to perfect health—but only one came back and thanked Him. All the rest left without a word of thanks, their minds preoccupied only with themselves, gripped with a spirit of ingratitude.
Lack of appreciation and thanklessness are far too common in our time as well. We too easily take for granted the ways that we are blessed by God and through others that help us. Ingratitude is a sin, just as surely as is lying or stealing or immorality or any other sin condemned by the Bible. One of the Bible’s indictments against rebellious humanity is that “although they knew God, they did not glorify Him as God, nor were thankful, but became futile in their thoughts, and their foolish hearts were darkened.” (Romans 1:21) An ungrateful heart is a heart that is cold toward God and indifferent to His mercy and love. It is a heart that has forgotten how dependent we are on God for everything and how faithful He is to His children. Such ingratitude, contributes to futile thinking and darkened understanding as to how to live profitable lives.
The Bible from cover to cover, commands God’s children to be thankful. In His everlasting love, Our Great God and Savior has blessed us beyond measure! Thankfulness is the natural overflow of a heart attuned to God’s love. The Psalmist declared, “It is good to give thanks to the LORD” (Psalms 92:1) and “Sing to the Lord with thanksgiving” (Psalm 147:7). A spirit of thanksgiving is always the mark of a joyous worshipful Christian abiding in God’s love. John Stewart is the Executive Pastor at Revival Christian Fellowship in Menifee. www.revival.tv
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And may the Lord make your love for one another and for all people grow and overflow, just as our love for You overflows.
~ 1 Thessalonians 3:21 NLT
The Hunt By Joni Eareckson Tada
"I thank my God every time I remember you." ~ Philippians 1:3
I will never forget Thanksgiving Day of 1963. I was 14 years old, living on a farm in Maryland, and Mr. Cauthorne, the owner of the big estate across the river, invited me to go on a fox hunt. Early on Thanksgiving morning, my dad helped me trailer my thoroughbred over to the hunt club. Within minutes, I saddled up and looked around for Mr. Cauthorne. I spotted him by the barn sitting atop his hunt-wisened horse. He had on his red coat, with hounds by his side. The paddock was abuzz with dogs barking and horses neighing. The bugle sounded and -- We're off! I reined my horse in line behind Mr. Cauthorne, observing how he graciously deferred to the hunt master. I made certain to do the same. We spurred our horses into a slow gallop. I can still feel my hands holding the reins, the wind in my face as we cantered across shaven cornfields and sailed over walls. We never caught the fox. But the thrill was less in bagging an animal and more in relishing the ride. It made turkey dinner back at the hunt club all the more delicious... and my thanks to God all the more personal. I haven't sat on a horse in over 40 years. The only leather I sit on now is the padding of my wheelchair. No cinches around saddles, only cinches
around my middle to help me breathe better. The clip-clopping of hooves has been replaced by the click-clacking of my wheel bearings. That's okay. I'll ride in heaven. In the meantime, I thank God for memories. Design your own Thanksgiving memories. Plan a holiday tradition that is unique and suited to your family. Maybe it's a football game. A family puzzle. Go for a hike before you eat dessert. Whatever it is, it'll be memorable if you do it in the spirit of thanksgiving. Help me to make this holiday a memorable time for my family and friends. Thank You, Lord, for giving us so many blessings for which to thank You. Blessings, Joni and Friends Taken from: More Precious Than Silver Copyright Š 1998 Printed with permission of Joni and Friends Disability Center. www.joniandfriends.org
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Thanksgiving Prayer
Thank you, Lord, for bringing us all together today. Though this one day every year we come to you in gratitude, we are grateful year-round for what you have provided for us. Each of us has been blessed by you this year in different ways, and for that we are grateful. Lord, we are grateful for the food on our plates this holiday. When so many people are suffering, you provide for us a bounty. We are grateful for the fact that you have connected each of our lives in ways that honor you and show how much you love each of us. Thank you for the love you provide to us through one another. And, we praise you Lord for all you have sacrificed for us through your son, Jesus Christ. You made the ultimate sacrifice for our sins. We are grateful for your forgiveness when we sin. We are grateful for your kindness when we make mistakes. We are grateful for your strength when we need help getting back on our feet. You are there to provide a hand, warmth, and so much more love than we deserve. Lord, let us never forget how much we owe to you and let us always be humble before you. Thank you for giving to us, keeping us safe. Thank you for providing and protecting. In Your holy name, Amen.
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Dream Center LE’s '18 City Serve Event: Wet But Wonderful! By David Baker, a Faithful Dream Center Volunteer
On October 13th, the fifth City Serve event hosted by the Lake Elsinore Dream Center took place at multiple sites around the city. City Serve is a semi-annual event which underscores the Dream Center's mission to restore and rebuild the people and property of Lake Elsinore, physically, emotionally and spiritually. Projects around the city included gardening, stump removal, parking lot repair, landscaping and general clean-up and trash removal. Heavy rains accompanied by frequent lightning strikes the evening before and throughout the early morning hours on October 13th threatened to postpone the event. However, the skies cleared just enough around daybreak to allow many of the scheduled outdoor improvement projects to be completed as planned. An impressive number of dedicated volunteers gathered at the early morning registration held near the Dream Center facility at 114 Peck Street and were promptly formed into work teams and then transported to the work sites. A Prayer & Care team was also dispatched to visit each work site during the morning to support the volunteers and residents, dispense water bottles and snacks, and to pray for those residents who expressed specific needs. One improvement project was to replace a section of the parking lot at the HOPE Food Pantry located at 506 West Minthorn Street in Lake Elsinore and also to pour a new concrete pad needed to stage and secure the trash dumpsters. The small work team worked quickly and efficiently to remove the defective section of pavement and prep the area for the new pad as well. Despite the wet conditions, they were able to pour the new concrete in both areas and complete the site improvement as planned. The original worksite plan called for the exterior of the HOPE Food Pantry to be repainted and this work will be re-scheduled at a later date. HOPE stands for Helping Our People in Elsinore and serves the areas of Lake Elsinore, Canyon Lake and Wildomar. Qualifying clients, which may include seniors and people with disabilities, come in monthly to receive food and related items. HOPE became a ministry of the Dream Center in 2017 in order to meet the physical needs of disadvantaged citizens, providing them with assistance toward a goal of self-sufficiency. With rain showers occurring intermittently throughout the morning, the volunteers regrouped for a lunch and rally around 12 noon. At that point, many of the volunteers were completely soaked by the rain yet still displayed huge smiles of personal fulfillment and shared various stories of accomplishment in their interactions with the people in the community and in restoring the properties in need. The New Testament provides an important theme instructing us of the need to serve others as a means of serving God. Jesus said, "I tell you the truth, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me. (Matthew 25:10) And the apostle Paul wrote, "Through love serve one another. For the whole law is ful-
filled in one word; you shall love your neighbor as yourself". (Galatians 5:1314) The community needs each of us actively and cheerfully participating towards the common good in order to realize our full potential. Both the Lake Elsinore Dream Center and the HOPE Food Pantry need additional volunteers and donors to build upon and expand this important community service and ministry. The Dream Center volunteers assemble every Saturday morning beginning at 9:15 am in front of the Ambassador Hotel located at 164 South Main Street in Lake Elsinore. You'll easily identify the "green team" volunteers by their bright green t-shirts. Various sites are visited which commonly include the Limitless and Hope apartment complex, Main Street businesses, City Park, the Spring Street apartment complexes and the Senior Village. Activities wrap up at 12 noon. Volunteers are also needed at the HOPE Food pantry on various days of the week for a number of specific job tasks. High school students may fulfill their community service requirements through participation at either organization. See the Dream Center website for more information on either facility at http://www.dreamcenterle.org/
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What is your Social Media IQ?
How To Spot Fake Facebook Profiles and Fake Friend Requests Have you received random friend requests on Facebook from someone you don't recognize but their picture appears to look relatively harmless, possibly an attractive photo. You reach back into your brain trying to remember their name or place their face. Or have you received a duplicate friend request from a friend and you think to yourself, "Wait a minute, I'm already friends with them." Well, Facebook is plagued with this problem right now so here is what could be happening and a few things to do to protect your online privacy.
You may receive a fake Facebook friend request for any number of reasons — some harmless, some malicious. The different types of people who send fake or malicious friend requests include: "Scammers" who might try accessing your friend list or your news feed. It could be an exspouse, ex-boyfriend, ex-girlfriend, or current spouse... you get the idea. They could be testing your fidelity or checking to see if you respond to an attractive post. It could be a "catfisher." Someone posing behind an attractive profile looking for a love or friend connection. Facebookers beware. How to Spot a Fake Profiles and Fake Friend Requests Ask yourself these questions to determine if the friend request might be from a fake profile or a fake friend request: • Did you receive a second request from someone you are already friends with? First thing, double check that you are indeed friends already. If so, then you know this second request is a fake profile. Now you can respond to the friend request. You can report the profile as a fake account. Click the 3 little dots next to "message" on their profile page then click "Give feedback or report this profile." You can click "Fake Profile" or ‘Pretending to be someone else." Whichever one coincides. • Do you know the requester or have any friends in common? If your answer is "no," you have your first clue. If you can't recall meeting the person in real life or meeting through any mutual friends, then the friend request may have been sent to you under false pretenses. Check the person's friends list if it's viewable and click the mutual list to see if there is anyone you both know. If not, more than likely it's a scammer. Continued on page 23
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How To Spot Fake Facebook Profiles and Fake Friend Requests •
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Is the friend request from an attractive person of the opposite sex that you don't know? A guy who gets a random friend request from a beautiful woman he doesn't know should suspect a ruse. The same holds true for the ladies. A friend request with a picture of an attractive person posing provocatively is the bait often used by people who create fake friend requests. Many times, I have seen men posing with a child, to look like single parent. They will have a child in a few of the minimal pictures that they post. This is to make them appear non-threatening. Don't fall for this.
Does the request come from a person with a limited Facebook history? Check out their Facebook timeline and history. If the person joined Facebook just a short time ago, this is another clue that the friend request is bogus. Most legitimate Facebook users have a long history on their timeline dating back several years. Fake profiles are often created hastily, and most profiles indicate when the person joined Facebook. If the requesters Facebook account and timeline were created recently, then the person is most likely trying to scam you.
Does the person have an unusually small or large number of friends and are they all the same sex? Fictitious profiles may have an extremely small or impossibly large number of friends on their friends list. The reason? They have likely spent little effort setting up the fake profile, or they spammed a ton of friend requests out and received a ton of responses. Another clue is the sex of those on their friends list. Depending on who the person behind the fake profile is targeting, you will likely see friends that are predominantly of the opposite sex of the requester since that
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is likely who the person is targeting with the fake friend requests. If the request is from a lady targeting men, expect almost all men in the friends list, instead of a mix of men and women like you would expect from a real person. Sometimes these scammers are targeting the opposite for online relationships that may lead to scamming for money. Is there little personal content on their timeline? You likely won't see a lot of day-to-day activity on a fake profile because of the effort required to generate "real" content. You may see some pictures, perhaps some links, but you probably won't see a lot of location check-ins or status updates. This may or may not be true for scammers of the catfishing type, as they may spend a lot of time and effort making their online persona seem as real as possible.
Next time you receive a random friend request, ask yourself these questions and use your answers to determine whether you have just spotted a fake friend request. Avoid the pitfalls, so when in doubt, the best action is not to accept the request.
We hope you find this information helpful. If you have any social media questions, please email them to socialmediaiq@neighborsnewspaper.com. Have a great day!
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Perform a small privacy setting checkup.
1. Start by setting the privacy of your friend list to either 'Private" or "Friends Only." 2. Another recommended setting is also under Facebook privacy settings. Under "Who can send you friend requests?" set it "Friend of friends." This should help alleviate random requests.
3. While under your privacy settings, I also recommend that you change your other settings to either "Only me," "Friends," or 'Friends of friends." I don't recommend Public. This privacy setting tune-up should help eliminate a lot of unwanted requests.
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PAGE 24 The Transformation of Boys to Men is an open panel discussion. All middle and High School Students and parents are welcome to learn from years of wisdom from men in our valley. Pizza and drinks included. $12 per attendee. Preregistration required at www.findyourpath teems.com. Saturday, Nov.3 from 3 to 7:30PM at Oak Grove Center, 24275 Jefferson Ave., Murrieta. For more information 951-240-1407, www.alovingway.com
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Teens Teaching Tech-Free Help for Parents and Grandparents
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.
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Community Events and Activities
Frustrated with your cell phone, tablet or laptop? Bring your device and have patient teens provide one-on-one tutoring. Learn how to send and received texts and pictures, download apps, send and receive email and any technical issue or question you have for the team! Drop in any time on Tuesday November 6 between 3-5PM at the Temecula Public Library; 30600 Pauba Rd. 951-331-8861 Presented by the Heart of Temecula LEO Club/Lions Int. Self-defense begins with understanding the need to know how to defend yourself and the mentality needed to do so. Join West Coast Krav Maga Master Instructor John Gabriele as he takes you through the four phases of self-defense: awareness, setting physical boundaries, setting verbal boundaries, and basic self-defense techniques. Self-Defense Basics takes place on Thursday, November 8, 2018 from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm at the Ronald H. Roberts Temecula Public Library (30600 Pauba Road). This lecture will present both food for thought as well as the necessary tools to assess any situation. Sponsored by the Friends of the Temecula Libraries, this program is open to adults 18 years and older. Space is limited and carpooling is encouraged. For additional information, please call (951) 693-8900.
Self Defense Basics Adult Program
The meeting will be held on Tues. Nov 13th at 9:30am at the Murrieta Community Center located at 41816 Juniper St. Murrieta. The objective of the club is to bring together people with interests in gardening, civic beauty, education and charitable community projects.
The Murrieta Garden Club
Please join us for our festive fall luncheon including bake sale, raffle, and fun! Learn about social media safety from Cindy Lemeke and listen to Dr. Dianne Swella tell how she overcame grief after the loss of her children. The luncheon is held Thursday, November 15th from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm. at Wilson Creek Winery in Temecula. The cost is $22/person. Hope to see you there! Reservations and cancellations required prior to November 8, please call Teri at 951.316.1132 or t.currie@hotmail.com.
Stonecroft Temecula Women’s Connection
Temecula Valley Newcomers Club Meeting and Members Vendors Fair
Come join us for our Members Venders Fair on Monday, November 19 at 11 a.m. Everyone is welcome, so come shop for holiday gifts or just pamper yourself. Our Member Venders will be displaying and selling their wares. There will be holiday gifts, decorations, art, painted statuary, hand painted stemware/glassware boutique, Touchstone Crystal by Swarovski jewelry, Mary Kay cosmetics, fine art photograph/digital art, garden decor, handmade items, scarfs, ponchos, vests, purses, and much more. All sold by our TVNC members. 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. Come see what it’s all about at the TVNC monthly luncheon at Wilson Creek Winery, 35960 Rancho California Rd, Temecula. Paid reservations are Required at least one week prior to 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 more. For Club information call Isa (951) 255-1818. Hope to shop with you at our next meeting.
Day Out with Thomas Big Adventure Tour
Get your tickets early for the Day Out with Thomas the Train. This year’s Big Adventure Tour will be held on Nov. 3rd & 4th; 10th, 11th & 12th at the Orange Empire Railway Museum. For more information and tickets go to: OERM.org/Thomas
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We’re not your ordinary stuffy symphony. Come and join the experience of Music, Art, & Passion!
The Season Continues TEMECULA VALLEY SYMPHONY’S SCHEDULE Nov. 11 - Sat. 6:00 pm - “PATRIOTIC SALUTE” - Free Veterans Day Concert at Temecula Civic Center featuring the Symphony joined by Temecula Valley Symphony Chorus. Dec. 15 - Sat. 2:00 pm - “WINTER BLISS” – Symphony Holiday Concert featuring two spellbinding and dynamic vocalists, Jonathan & Heather. Enjoy music from TransSiberian Orchestra, violinist Zun-Hin Woo, selections from The Nutcracker, and lots of holiday favorites!
CHORUS CONCERT SCHEDULE Dec. 8 - Sat. 7:00 pm - “CAROLS BY CANDLELIGHT” Experience an intimate evening of both festive and meditative holiday songs, spanning the ancient to the contemporary, from a variety of traditions and cultures. Enjoy old holiday classics – including an audience sing-along! – while also discovering some new favorites.
Temecula Valley Symphony is a 60-member orchestra under the baton of Music Director and Conductor, John Mario Di Costanzo. For a complete listing of 2018-2019 concerts, venues, and ticket prices please visit our website at www.TemeculaValleySymphony.org or call 951-587-1536!
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Deskercising By Jules Perez, NASM Certified Trainer
On average, we spend about 10 hours a day sitting on our keisters due to our work schedules. When we add that to the 8 hours of sleep that we should be getting laying on our backs sleeping, that is a ton of time that we are not up and moving around getting exercise. So, what is the average desk-bound worker to do? Well, have no fear, you post it prone cubical crony. While we cannot promise you that you will qualify for Boston or chisel the world’s most epic six pack, there are some easy moves that can get your body moving right at your desk! 1.
1. Deep Squats
3. Wall Sits
Deep Squats—Push your chair back from your seat a bit to keep from bumping your desk. Stand just a little and hoover a few inches about your seat. Hold for 10 seconds and sit back down. Repeat 10 times.
3. Wall Sits—Your lap can also double as a desktop! Place your back against the wall of your office. Bend your knees and slide down the wall, keeping your back up against it. Once your thighs are parallel to the floor and you’ve reached a “sit” position, hold it for 30 seconds. If you get good at this, kick it up a notch by crossing one leg over the other and holding the position for 15 seconds. Have contests in your office to see who can hold it the longest!
Now that you have some tips and tricks that you can use to get moving at your desk, you can start to boost your health and reduce your stress. The most important thing is to be aware of how much time you are spending sedentary and try to get up and get out as much as you can. Try to get away from your desk at least once an hour. Take a walk around the office, take the stairs instead of the elevator, walk to a co-worker’s office instead of sending an email or making a phone call. The point is, let’s get moving people. Now, you aren’t sitting down reading this right now are you?
2. Seated Bicycle Pedal
4. Lunges
2. Seated Bicycle Pedal— Work out those abs while working on reports. While seated, scoot to the edge of your chair. Hold onto the arm rests and start bringing each knee up to your chest, pretending to be riding a bicycle. Focus on smooth pedaling at a steady pace. Start with three sets of one minute each. Work up to more.
4. Lunges—Place one foot on your chair and one on floor. Keep the majority of your weight on your front foot you lower your hips, bending your knee. Drive through the heel of your front foot to return to your starting position. Repeat 10 times then switch legs.
5. Push Up 5. Push Up—Who knew the office was actually a good place to drop and do 20? Put a new twist on the traditional push up by standing a yard away from your desk with your feet together. Place your palms face down on the edge of your desk and lower your chest to the edge of the desk then extend back up. Repeat 20 times.
Jules Perez NASM Certified Personal Trainer www.houseofJfitness.com (951) 972-6743 Photos courtesy of Liz Straight from Sweet Shots Photography
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Net proceeds from the 2014 Field of Honor will benefit the “Murrieta Through Time” history walk, the City’s Veterans’ Memorial, both at Town Square Park, and other community projects funded by the Rotary Club of Murrieta Foundation. Nonprofit groups affiliated with the Field of Honor to sell flags will receive $10 for each flag sold. Furthering the Field of Honor’s educational benefits, all Murrieta Valley Unified School District fifth grade classes plus some classes from Lake Elsinore and Temecula schools will visit the Field during the week of Nov. 12, hear explanations about the displays and complete class assignments. Events during the week include: • Sat. Nov. 10 – 9:45 Opening ceremonies honor first responders. 9-5 Chalk artists develop patriotic images 10-2 Military Family Resource Expo & Paul Mitchell School Temecula Cut-a-Thon 11 a.m. Marine Corps Birthday Celebration
• Sun. Nov. 11 – 1-3 p.m. City of Murrieta Veterans Day Parade, Concluding in the Park 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Veterans Art in the Park 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Chalk artists developing patriotic images
• Tues., Nov 13 – 9 a.m.-11 a.m. Student field trips.
• Wed., Nov. 14 -- 6 p.m. Candlelight Ceremony features choirs from the Murrieta middle schools and a reading of “Letters from War” by local artists.
Events Temecula Hosts Annual Patriotic Salute To Veterans Concert on Sunday, November 11, 2018 The City of Temecula proudly presents our Annual Patriotic Salute to Veterans on Sunday, November 11, 2018 at 6:00 pm at the Temecula Civic Center (41000 Main Street). The community is invited to join us at this free concert as we honor veterans on this commemorative day. A free picnic dinner will be served from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm in Town Square Park to the first 500 patrons in line. “Our Veterans’ service and sacrifice are the reasons we hold the freedoms and liberties we cherish on a daily basis. This is just one of the ‘Temecula Ways’ we express our admiration, respect, and gratitude for our country’s most faithful heroes,” states Mayor Matt Rahn. Join us as we honor and thank our veterans for their selfless service. Bring your entire family, your friends, lawn chairs, and warm blankets to enjoy a wonderful evening under the stars at this free Veterans Day event. The event will feature remarks by City dignitaries, the presentation of military banners to recognize active military personnel from the City’s Military Banner Program, and a performance by the Temecula Valley Symphony. The Veterans Day Celebration highlight is the 90-minute professional concert under the stars, A Patriotic Salute to Veterans, presented by the Temecula Valley Symphony & Chorus featuring Musical Director and Conductor John Mario. For more information, please contact the Community Services Department at (951) 694-6480, or visit us online at www.TemeculaCA.gov.
HHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH 10th ANNUAL MURRIETA FIELD OF HONOR IN TOWN SQUARE PARK DEBUTS NOVEMBER 10 The 10th annual Murrieta Field of Honor, set amongst a spectacular sight -- 2,018 full-sized American flags –will rise in Murrieta’s Town Square Park on November 10 and fly through the 17th. The Field recognizes heroes --those who served or are serving in the United States armed forces, law enforcement, fire and other first responder posts, plus personal heroes. In addition to the 2,018 flags available for dedication to personal heroes, the Field features sections for Medal of Honor recipients, Local Heroes (those who have given their lives for this country since 2003), historical flags, state flags and a patriotic chalk walk. Opening day ceremonies are scheduled for 9:45 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 10, a day that will honor first responders, and will be followed by a salute to the United States Marines on the 243rd birthday. A full week of activities will follow: Veterans Art in the Park, sponsored by the Murrieta Arts Council, on Sunday which is also the day of Murrieta’s popular Veterans Day parade, a candlelight concert with Murrieta middle school students on Wednesday night, a Boy Scouts Final Salute ceremony on Thursday and culminating with the Patriots’ Ball on Saturday, Nov. 17, in a large while tent adjacent to the Field. Tickets for the Patriots’ Ball are $75 per person.
• Thurs., Nov. 15 – 5 p.m. - Boy Scouts conduct Final Salute 6 p.m., Patriots Ball
For information regarding the club or membership, www.murrietarotary.org.
HHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH MENIFEE VETERANS MEMORIAL AT WHEATFIELD PARK
30627 Menifee Road, Menifee CA 92584 Join us on Sunday, Nov. 11 at 10AM as the City commemorates the contributions of its veterans at the City's annual Veteran's Day Celebration. This year's celebration will include: Chalk Walk which will provide the public the opportunity to visually express its gratitude to its veterans; Picnic, Games, Resource Booths, Guest speakers and and Essay Contest for 1st through 12th grade students. For more information: 951.723.3880 or go to www.CityofMenifee.us
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So Cal’s Underserved Receive Thousands of Rolls of Comfort Through Toilet Paper Donation Pechanga Resort Casino dropped off gigantic bags of partially unused toilet paper to Project T.O.U.C.H., a homelessness prevention facility in the Inland Empire
One ply or two. Single roll or double. Whichever way one prefers his or her toilet paper, it’s hard to argue that it isn’t a necessity. But have you ever thought about what happens to the rolls of toilet paper after you leave a hotel room? Pechanga Resort Casino in Temecula, Calif. saves all of its partially unused rolls of toilet paper that become too low for hotel rooms and regularly distributes the rolls to organizations that assist the region’s underserved. On Friday, Oct. 19, Pechanga volunteers drove an especially large donation of toilet paper, facial tissue, gently used blankets and even bedroom slippers to Murrieta where they were distributed to clients of Project T.O.U.C.H. Pechanga volunteers estimated there to be 1,500 rolls packed into a 15passenger van that had all of its seats removed. Recipients helped unload the gigantic bags, some overflowing with toilet tissue, from the van. Project T.O.U.C.H. clients then loaded up their own take-home bags with toilet paper, as well as non-perishable foods and toys donated by other groups. “We are always looking for ways to be more environmentally conscious and for ways to help communities in need,” said Jared Munoa, President of the Pechanga Development Corporation. “These donations make it so that folks facing challenges don’t need to choose between food, medicine, or household necessities - all while making good use of resources.” “People may take toilet paper for granted but in our program, there are many of
Shelter from the Storm Fundraising Dinner TO HELP PROVIDE MUCH NEEDED SHELTER FOR MOST VULNERABLE THIS WINTER
Homelessness Affects Everyone in The Valley, and the need for homeless assistance never stops. The Project T.O.U.C.H. Emergency Cold-Weather Shelter is in its 11th year of serving 30 - 50 of our most vulnerable men, women, children, veterans and disabled every night from December 1st through April 1st in Temecula – with little to no government assistance. To find out how you can be part of this year’s winter shelter effort, attend The Shelter from the Storm Fundraising Dinner on Saturday November 10, 2018, at the beautiful Temecula Creek Inn from 6 – 10pm. Entertainment, opportunity drawings, and a LIVE Auction await you along with a fabulous meal from Award Winning Chef Matthew Steffen of Cork|Fire Kitchen! Tickets and sponsorship opportunities available here. Details also available on our website: www.projecttouchonline.com Or call the office 951-677-9661.
our clients on very fixed incomes and on food stamps, and many people don’t know you cannot buy toilet paper or any kind of hygiene products with food stamps,” said Anne Unmacht, director of Project T.O.U.C.H. “Toilet paper is like gold for us. For us to be able to bless our clients with this donation and throughout the year, is more valuable than you could ever know.” Assistance organizations say the unique donation provides the less fortunate another way to better absorb their budgets. Toilet paper can be expensive, according to Madehow.com. The average person uses one to two full rolls per week. At $1.00 a roll, that’s $104 worth of toilet paper a year. For a family of four, that unfurls to $416. Each year, Pechanga Resort Casino donates more than 20,000 partially unused toilet paper rolls. Donations also get distributed to the Bread of Life Rescue Mission in Oceanside, Calif.
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NOVEMBER 2018
Grateful for My Brother By Traci L. Williams
Thanksgiving is an opportunity to slow down and focus on what we are grateful for. So often the holiday season tends to speed us up and we become too busy to enjoy it. What we don’t realize is if we don’t model slowing down to make room for people and things we truly care about, our children will not know how to do that. One truth in life is that we do not know how long we or our loved ones will be here. Keeping that in mind, know that the dishes in the sink will wait for you. The items in your inbox or on your to-do list will always be there. You will never be “done” with tasks. This Thanksgiving what I am grateful for is my brother Craig. He passed away on September 22nd without warning. Sometimes a loved one is gone in the blink of an eye. Preparing his eulogy and listening to friends speak at his service, it became clear to me that my brother had priorities in life figured out: people. It truly is about the relationships you build, the memories you create and what you leave behind in the hearts of the people you love. I have not seen a more authentic, loving service. As I go through my process of grief, it’s almost as if I’m moving in slow motion sometimes. I bounce between surreal, unreal and too real when I stop and realize he’s actually permanently gone. This is another reminder that nothing is more important than people and WORD SEARCH FOR KIDS FROM A KID love. We over-fill our plates reguCan you find all of the words that have to do with larly, often times from djr with great things and the best of inclark esmeralda eureka pershing doglas tentions. We have lincoln mineral elko washoe storey dreams and goals nye churchill humboldt lyon carson city white pine lander for things to accumulate and to share with our loved ones. Yet, when I look at the sobering reality,
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my brother didn’t take any of his things with him. He didn’t take his money. He didn’t take his friends or family. It was all left behind. What he did take was love, memories and experiences. And that’s what he left behind for us as well. That’s what we will leave behind. This Thanksgiving, this is my parenting advice to you ~ Seize the Moment. • Prioritize • Slow down • Lean into love Teach your children how to be free from extra stress, anxiety and burden by modeling those three things; not just in November, but all year long. Deepen your relationship with them in this season of parenting. It is an amazing opportunity to influence their entire life!
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The California Center for the Arts and EcoLife Conservation Presents The Roar of the Monarch Butterfly November 8 ~ 7:30 ~ PM $14
Join us while you sit onstage at our Concert Hall for an evening as Bill Toone, Executive Director and Founder of EcoLife Conservation, leads us through one of the world’s most spectacular migrations. The monarch butterfly migration was featured years ago in National Geographic and remains one of nature’s most compelling stories. Learn about the life-cycle, journey, habitat and threats to the monarch butterfly, and why they are such an important cultural symbol in the U.S.
and Mexico alike. Buy tickets online at artcenter.org or at the Center ticket office, or by calling 800.988.4253. The ticket office is open Tue. – Sat. 12–6 PM, and Sun. 12–5 PM.
California Center for the Arts, Escondido | 340 N. Escondido Blvd Escondido, CA 92025
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Kids
NOVEMBER 2018
Protecting Children on the Internet Electronics or Stuffed Animals
I’ve watched moms give toddlers their phone to stop them from crying. What ever happened to stuffed animals and baby rattles? A growing amount of evidence is showing that giving young children increasing access to electronic devices may not be such a good idea. Reasons to wait and limit screen viewing:
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The earlier children are exposed to screens, the greater chances they have of becoming addicted to these devices. • Giving children digital devices can decrease their ability to socially interact with others. • Excessive screen viewing is attributed to the inability to focus. • Children who use electronic devices early in their life are experiencing negative effects on short term memory, reading skills, and language development, thus preventing their brain from developing at a normal rate. • Children who are spending a significant amount of time on electronics can experience sleep problems. Children learn much more from face to face interaction with others, being read to aloud in person, and using physical sensory objects rather than spending time on a digital device. An electronic device should never be used as a babysitter. Many chil-
dren are spending the same number of hours on electronics as their parents are at work and many don’t even know how to tie their own shoes. Make it a daily habit to sit down with your children and read to them. This strengthens their vocabulary, comprehension, writing skills, and their ability to communicate with others, which employers are seeing a decrease in the younger generation. Check out your local library. Yes, they still exist, and you can check out books for free! Many libraries even have free story times. Being read to by a real live person is more beneficial than an impersonal device reading to them. We weren’t created to be cooped up indoors with a digital device in our hand. We were created to interact face to face with others and to keep our bodies active. Take your children outside and teach them about this wonderful creation God gave us without electronics. This Christmas when you are deciding what to get those children in your life, look for gifts that don’t have a battery or motor. Books, instruments, puzzles, board games, or something that will get them physically active outside are all great options. References:pbsparents.org, artofmanliness.com, healthychildren.org Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it. Proverbs 22:6
Embracing Children with Love at Christmas
Just as in years past, Community Outreach Ministry (COM), a 501 C3 non-profit is thrilled about celebrating the 18th Annual Angel Tree Christmas Party for children who have parents in the criminal justice system. The party is by invitation only on Sunday, December 16, 2018 from 12:30 – 3:00 pm at the Elks Lodge #2591, 33700 Mission Trail, Wildomar, CA. 92595 Children are referred to us by Angel Tree a program of Prison Fellowship®, area schools and social services departments. COM has invited local law enforcement, fire fighters, Vista Community Clinic’s dental bus to provide services regardless of insurance. Collaboratively we are bringing these children together for a festive event they would otherwise never experience. We are preparing for 200 children and 400+ gifts. The party is an opportunity for us to embrace them with love at Christmas and give them warm clothing, shoes and fun gifts on behalf of their incarcerated parents with a message from mom or dad. COM is excited to engage the children then invite them to our year-round workshops, camping and mentoring activities. Children will also be treated to a delicious meal catered by The Corporate Room-New Life Culinary Creations. “The Christmas Story” by local talent will be a highlight and elevate their spirits. We welcome donations, volunteers and sponsors to buy, shop and wrap gifts. Donations are being accepted on-line at communityoutreachministry.org or contact us at 951-698-7650 or info@communityoutreachministry.org.
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Temecula Valley Youth Symphony (TVYS) enriches the lives of student musicians with outstanding educational and performance opportunities for music students at all levels, in a nurturing and challenging environment. TVYS is a tuition-based program. A few scholarships are available for students in need. New students should call the number below to set up an audition.
REHEARSALS are on MONDAYS from mid-August through the end of May. We offer three levels of performance groups. • 4:00 to 4:30 pm – Prelude I Beginning Strings, Gina Wingfield, Instructor • 4:30 to 5:30 pm – Prelude II Beginning Strings, Gina Wingfield, Instructor
• 4:30 to 6:00 pm - Junior Youth Symphony, Conducted by Juanita Jackson
• 6:15 to 8:30 pm - Youth Symphony, Conducted by Zun-Hin Woo, Principal Violinist & Associate Conductor of Temecula Valley Symphony.
CONCERTS: Concerts are held on Monday evenings at 7:30 pm. Join us for our “Winter Magic” holiday concert on Dec. 17th. Additional performance opportunities are scheduled throughout the season at various venues.
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AUDITION for the Region’s Premier Youth Symphony! Temecula Valley Youth Symphony - (951) 587-1536 www.TemeculaValleyYouthSymphony.org Note: Auditions are available throughout the season.
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NOVEMBER 2018
Boulder Ridge Elementary School Teacher Erin Lipsitz, Receives September Teachers are Heroes Award
Teaching offers many challenges but offers rewards that go far beyond the benefits provided by a day-to-day job. KATY- 101.3 The Mix (KATY) and Azusa Pacific University (APU) is excited to kick-off the Teachers are Heroes program for the 20182019 school year. On Wednesday, October 3, 2018, Mrs. Erin Lipsitz, fourth grade teacher at Boulder Ridge Elementary School, was surprised with the first Teachers are Heroes award for this year. Mrs. Lipsitz was nominated by Tiffany Lallande-Banks, the mother of one of Lipsitz’s students who said, “Mrs. Lipsitz assisted in the development of the girl's STEAM Club, and also runs an after school Math program. She inspires kids to learn outside the box.” Boulder Ridge Elementary School Principal Jon Mitchem, provided additional comments saying, "Erin Lipsitz is a game changer. Mrs. Lipsitz has the uncanny ability to know what students need before they know what they need. She makes learning
L to R: Dr. Freeman, Nadchely Rodriguez, Jeff Pope, Erin Lipsitz, Jon Mitchem & Michael McCully.
fun, engaging, and connects the material to the student's own lives. More importantly, Mrs. Lipsitz models the beliefs that learning is important and is a lifelong endeavor. She has attended multiple professional development seminars over this past summer and has utilized those strategies in her classroom with great results. Erin is a kind, caring, and thoughtful teacher who comes to work each day with the mindset that ALL of her students can achieve greatness and learn at a higher level. Mrs. Lipsitz knows that not all learning has to take place in the classroom and has not only opened her classroom up to after school tutoring, but has assisted in the start of our very first Boulder Ridge Dance Company! Mrs. Lipsitz is an asset to Boulder and we are grateful that she is Bulldog! " Lipsitz was awarded with a Teachers are Heroes certificate, a $100 Visa gift card provided by Thinkwise Credit Union, and other prizes from the Mix prize closet plus the entire class enjoyed a pizza party from the Pizza Factory in Temecula. All selected teachers and their classes will receive tickets to attend an end of the year celebration. The Teachers are Heroes program will run through April 2019. Teachers can be nominated by students, parents, and even other school administrators. For more information go to www.1013themix.com, keyword: Teachers or go to http://www.apu.edu/murrieta/teachers/
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Craft Shows and Boutiques in November Craft Fair at Maurice Car’rie Winery
Maurice Car'rie Winery offers a charming weekly arts and crafts fair every Friday – Sunday from 11:00 AM to 5 PM. Located on the front picnic grounds at the beautiful Maurice Car’rie Winery are craft vendors with wares that are handmade such as jewelry, paintings, and ceramics along with fun items like great handbags and designerstyle sunglasses. Come spend the afternoon browsing at the fair, or at the Maurice Car'rie extensive gift shop, and enjoy a bottle of our great wine and a picnic lunch on our large picnic grounds. Located at 34335 Rancho California Road, Temecula. 951676-1711.
Holiday Boutique in Canyon Lake
Canyon Lake’s 18th Annual Holiday Boutique to be held on November 3 and 4 at the Senior Center 23307 Canyon Lake Drive. All items must be HANDMADE. Entry fee is $30 + 15% of each crafter’s sales will be donated to the Senior Committee. MUST call for entrance at Main Gate. Kathy B. 951-8053278 or Kathy S. 562-619-0679
Arts And Crafts Faire at Hemet West
Come on out to the Holiday Arts and Crafts Faire on Friday, November 2, from 8 am to 2 pm, and Saturday, November 3, from 8 am to 2 pm, at Hemet West, 5001 West Florida Avenue, Hemet. For further information, contact our very own ever-efficient Sylvia Delgado at 951-2603267. In charge of this worthy event are Sylvia and her capable volunteers.
Annual Christmas Craft Show
The Craft Show will be held on November 10 at the Sun City Mobile Home Park Club House!! This event is open to the public, friends and families. There will be several vendors with many items perfect for Christmas gifts. There will also be baked goods, jewelry, handmade quilts (lap and baby’s), pillows, tshirts, embroidered towels, hand painted note cards and much more. For more information contact Linda 951-440-8219.
Craft Fair at the Lake Elsinore/Wildomar Elks Lodge No. 2591
Elks Ladies will host their annual Craft Fair on Saturday, November 10 from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm at the lodge. Booths for Elks, Elks Ladies and the general public are $25.00 and proceeds will go to the many charities the Elks Ladies sponsor. Booths will include purses, wraps, soaps, albums, jams, baked goods, toys, aprons, Mary Kay and Avon products, handmade jewelry, candy, etc. Some of the items will be ideal for Christmas shopping. Hamburg-
ers, hot dogs and other items will be on sale for shoppers. The lodge is located at 33700 Mission Trail, Wildomar and there is ample parking. For information call the lodge during business hours at 951-674-6804 or Patty Quick at 951-746-6134.
Holiday Fair at Valle Vista Library
The Friends of the Valle Vista Library, located at 25757 Fairview Ave., Valle Vista, are hosting a Holiday Fair on Nov. 3 from 10 to 2pm. The fair will include book and bake sales, more than 15 craft tables, and a silent auction featuring gift cards from local restaurants such as Abby's, El Patron and Texas Roadhouse. Great gift ideas! For info on selling your crafts, contact Karen Keevil at bookslover1949@gmail.com.
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OLD TOWN.TEMECULA
NOVEMBER 2018
Sunday, December 2, 2018, 2PM The Southwest Women’s Chorus’ Christmas in the Air concert is a local favorite! Come and enjoy enchanting holiday favorites that will fill you with the joy of the season. Our annual Christmas concert features holiday carols, seasonal classics, and sing-alongs for the whole family to enjoy. Let us help you kick off your holiday season. TICKETS: $20 Regular $18 Seniors 55+/Military $12 Student Old Town Temecula Community Theater (OTTCT) 42051 Main Street, Temecula, CA 92590 https://tickets.temeculatheater.org/
City of Temecula Hosts
26th Annual Santa’s Electric Light Parade Friday, November 30, 2018
Bundle up in your warmest Christmas sweater as we celebrate the annual Santa’s Electric Light Parade in Old Town! Come one and all to celebrate this very special night of holiday lights, wonder, and cheer. Join us to watch the 25th Annual Santa’s Electric Light Parade as it travels south through Old Town beginning at the intersection of Del Rio Road and Jefferson Avenue. The parade is scheduled for Friday, November 30, 2018 beginning at 7:00 pm sharp! There will be twinkling floats, holiday music performed by school marching bands, and much more as we launch the Holiday season. Parade viewing will be along Old Town Front Street just south of Rancho California Road to the intersection of Santiago Road, and also on Jefferson Avenue between Rancho California Road and Del Rio Road on the west side of the street only. This is a memorable Holiday event you and your family will not want to miss. For more information, please visit www.TemeculaCA.gov or call (951) 694-6480.
NOVEMBER 2018
OLD TOWN.TEMECULA The Addams Family 2018
Presented by Temecula Performing Arts Company • The Old Town Community Theater PERFORMANCES: NOV 9, 10, 16 & 17, 2018 @ 7:30pm NOV 10, 11, 17 & 18, 2018 @ 2:00pm
The Addams Family features an original story, and it's every father's nightmare. Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, has grown up and fallen in love with a sweet, smart young man from a respectable family. He is a man her parents have never met, and if that weren't upsetting enough, Wednesday confides in her father and begs him not to tell her mother. Now, Gomez Addams must do something he's never done before - keep a secret from his beloved wife, Morticia. Everything will change for the whole family on the fateful night they host a dinner for Wednesday's "normal" boyfriend and his parents. The Addams Family is a must-see musical comedy event. Come meet the family. We'll leave the light off for you! TICKETS: www.temeculatheater.org Orchestra: $25 Regular; $20 Students 12 and under Parterre / Balcony: $20 Regular; $15 Students 12 and under Fridays: $15 All Seats
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NOVEMBER 2018
Oh, The Thinks You Can Think! CYT Riverside County Presents Seussical at Fallbrook High School
Dr. Seuss created some of the most original, beautiful and fantastic characters in the history of story-telling. His most popular characters come to life in Seussical The Musical, which CYT Riverside County will present in November.
The show is narrated in an unusual sense by The Cat in the Hat, played by both Brienne Thurber and Aaron Gibbs. The Cat in the Hat introduces us to Horton (Kannon Gowen, Riley Waterman), the lovable elephant who discovers an entire group of people (the Whos) who live on a tiny speck of dust that’s actually a microscopic planet. He first meets JoJo (Jude McDougal, Dylin Rodrigo), a Who child who is in trouble for thinking too many thinks. Horton takes on the responsibility of saving the Whos from a world of naysayers as well as eminent danger. Horton also cares for an egg left abandoned by Mayzie LaBird (Brooklyn Savage, Sara Alleruzzo) as his loyalty, friendship and kindness are taken advantage of. Although the musical is energetic and overwhelmingly positive for an audience of all ages, Seussical also explores such themes as loyalty, friendship and a person’s place in the universe. Based on all of the lovable Dr. Seuss characters he created over the years, Seussical The Musical has become one of the most popular and most performed musicals in the country. It debuted on Broadway in 2000 and went to West End in 2012. CYT Riverside County is a non-profit theater arts training program for students ages 4-18. CYT, which has spent 26 years in the valley, offers a variety of singing, dancing and performance classes as well as Broadway-style musicals in the fall, winter and spring/summer.
Performance Dates: Nov. 10, 11, 17, 18 at 1 p.m., 5 p.m.
The Bob Burton Center for the Performing Arts Fallbrook High School 2400 South Stage Coach Lane Fallbrook, CA 92028 Tickets are on sale at https://www.cytriverside.org/shows/Seussical/6 for $16 or $18 at the door. For more information:Tim Meehan at (951) 837-5756 or email meech20@hotmail.com. You can also visit http://www.cytriverside.org,
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Celebrating the New Water-Wise Demonstration Garden at Promenade Temecula
with support from the Promenade Temecula, the City of Temecula and Rancho California Water District (RCWD). The Ribbon Cutting was held on Oct. 24 at noon. Visitors are invited to enjoy a self-guided tour any time.
(L) Jeff Armstrong, General Manager, Rancho California Water District and Jeff Kurtz, General Manager, Promenade Temecula cut the ribbon announcing the opening of the Water-Wise Demonstration Garden.
For Temecula residents looking for sustainable gardening ideas, stop by Temecula's first demonstration garden at The Promenade Temecula. The garden transformed a 6,000 sq. ft. area into a water-wise conservation garden. The garden showcases drought-tolerant plants and efficient irrigation technology to demonstrate the options homeowners have and can incorporate into their own landscape. The garden also connects people with local companies that can assist in making the transition. The space features four distinct zones; a healing garden, butterfly garden, succulent garden, and native grasses and ground covers. Separating the garden into zones allows visitors to visualize the various ways a drought tolerant landscape can be designed and enjoyed. This garden is the first of its kind in Temecula. The garden was made possible by donations from local The space, outside of Starbucks Coffee, features four distinct landscape and garden zones: a healing garden, butterfly garden, succulent garden, and professionals along native grasses and ground covers.
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DINING
Il Tramonto: An Authentic Sicilian Experience in the Heart of Temecula When our Sicilian neighbors recently returned from a gourmet food tour of Sicily, I must admit we were a bit envious—mainly because of the enticing, authentic meals they savored. But we recently discovered that we did not have to travel to Sicily to experience this Italian island’s genuine, delectable dishes.
By Susan Montgomery
Il Tramonto, a wonderful Italian restaurant featuring Sicilian dishes, opened a few months Chef Giampiero Giammanco and wife, Lynn. ago in Old Town Temecula in the building where the former Palumbo’s Restaurant was located. We had always enjoyed going to Palumbo’s, so we were thrilled to discover that this was the site of a new Italian restaurant. We were also excited to learn that Il Tramonto offers an appealing, creative menu featuring owner and Executive Chef Giampiero Giammanco’s own recipes from his Sicilian homeland.
Because of the gorgeous sunsets in both Sicily and Temecula, the restaurant is appropriately named Il Tramonto, which means “the sunset” in Italian. There are many similarities in Sicily’s and Temecula’s rolling landscapes and climates. Il Tramonto is definitely a family affair. Lynn’s two talented sons, Mark and Thaddeus, also work at the restaurant as manager and assistant manager. Thaddeus’ wife, Victoria, is the main server. The Giammancos hope to be creating a business that will stay in the family. It is also gratifying that Il Tramonto kept most of Palumbo’s excellent staff, including Marina Sallas who was our friendly server when we were there for lunch recently and Samantha Cadez who acts as Chef Giampiero’s assistant in the kitchen. Both of them are elated to be working with such a talented chef and offering customers such delicious, authentic dishes. Il Tramonto’s interior is charming and inviting with checkered tablecloths helping to create an Italian ambiance. Family photos from Sicily also add to the Italian feel and authenticity. The outdoor patio is lovely and reminded us of a little Italian sidewalk café. A bonus is that dogs are welcome on the patio.
Chef Giampiero learned to love cooking when he was growing up in Sicily. He then honed his skills at a variety of restaurants in Italy, London, and eventually in Southern California. In San Diego he met his wife-to-be, Lynn, who also has extensive restaurant experience. Lynn had moved to San Diego from the east coast with her three sons about three years before she met Chef Giampiero. She enjoys recalling that she met her husband at a restaurant where her children were working. She chuckles when saying, “I tasted his risotto even before I met him. I adored the risotto and soon I adored the chef too.”
Personable Lynn Giammanco admits to also always loving food and cooking, which she learned from her aunt and grandmother. Although she was adopted at an early age, she would later discover that her biological family included many chefs and restaurant owners so she thinks cooking and hospitality are also in her blood. The couple knew they wanted to launch their own restaurant and the opportunity opened up when they met Greg and Rebecca Pilette who were so enthusiastic about Chef Giampiero’s cooking that they became their silent partners in this new restaurant venture. (Evidently it was the chef’s signature artichoke dish that sold the Pilettes on his cooking.) Last spring when the Giammancos and Pilettes learned that Palumbo’s was for sale, they knew right away that this would be the perfect site for their restaurant. They love the central location and exciting vibe going on in Old Town Temecula. Il Tramonto opened nine weeks after they purchased it.
Chef’s Giammanco’s signature Antipasti Carciofi Alla Gregorio. Tender, grilled artichoke hearts in a chili garlic and olive oil glaze.
The menu is completely based on Chef Giampiero’s recipes. He is passionately committed to serving genuine Sicilian dishes. His wife says he has exceptional skill with seafood, although the menu also includes a wide range of meat and vegetarian dishes, all with an Italian flair. Everything is made from scratch including bread, sauces, desserts, and pasta (except the bucatini which is imported from Italy). Luscious gelato is also made in-house. All produce is locally sourced; all fish is wildcaught and meats grass fed. Many ingredients, such as cheeses, are imported directly from Italian suppliers We tried a variety of dishes during our recent visit. We first dipped wonderful house-made bread in a fresh, tangy pesto sauce. We then thoroughly enjoyed and recommend the following dishes:
Arancine: Our friends who had just returned from Sicily raved about the many tasty varieties of these popular deep-fried rice balls that are frequently served from food stalls in Italy. The delicious Il Tramonto version is filled with pancetta, spinach, and mozzarella topped with a savory, creamy parmesan crème sauce. This is a musttry Antipasti (first course) when you visit Il Tramonto.
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On another visit we tried and enjoyed Linguini Primavera with eggplant, asparagus and mushrooms and Bucatini con Polpette, which is a traditional spaghetti and meatball dish, but the meatballs are homemade and especially tasty. The desserts are all homemade and scrumptious. We loved the creamy Tiramisu (from the chef’s family recipes). We learned that the chef makes delicate Cannoli shells and the day we were there, they were filled with ricotta, while chocolate drops and pistachios were sprinkled on the side. We also savored melt-in-your-mouth Sicilian bread pudding made with strawberry Nutella, walnuts and ricotta, also based on a secret family recipe. The Il Tramonto menu also includes some creative pizzas and flatbreads. A simpler lunch menu features reasonably priced sandwiches. Il Tramonto has an extensive wine list of Italian wines. As we savored our appetizers, we sipped a Pinot Grigio from Trentino, Italy, which was light and smooth with aromas of apples and pears. We also enjoyed the Etna Rosso from Sicily with its deep red berry tastes that paired beautifully with the saffron shrimp dish, but there are many other great Italian wine choices. The restaurant Linquini Zucchine e Gamberi is certainly a dish you would not find in your traditional restaurant. also offers a va-
riety of beers, including imported Italian beers. On weekends the special brunch menu features bloody marys (including a green one) made from scratch. We recently enjoyed a Saturday night dinner at Il Tramonto with friends and everyone raved about their food, especially our Sicilian neighbor, Bernie Bramante. The restaurant was packed with people waiting outs i d e . Server Marina Sallas puts a finishing touch on the Arancine, deep-fried Reservations are rice balls filled with pancetta, spinach and mozzarella topped with a savory, creamy parmesan crème sauce. definitely recommended on weekends. Lynn Giammanco emphasizes “Our vision is to remain friendly, authentic and true. We want our guests to walk in our door and feel like they have come home, like they are stepping into their grandmother’s family kitchen. When you go out to eat in Italy, it is a celebration and we want our guests to feel that way here. We want them to taste it, feel it, and smell it from the moment they walk in the door—through our food, our ambiance, and our service.” Lynn says, “We have been blessed since we opened. The community has really embraced us and the restaurant is already sustaining itself.” Il Tramonto is open seven days a week for lunch and dinner, and also serves a special brunch menu on weekends. The restaurant offers a reasonably priced chef’s set menu for larger groups and offers catering services.
Il Tramonto Ristorante 41925 5th Street #102, Temecula, CA 92590 951-699-7925 ~ www.iltramontoristorante.com Photos by Todd Montgomery
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