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LEARNING BY HEART For nearly three decades the Encinitas Educational Foundation has worked to provide educational and physical programs to the children in our community. We talk with Melissa McGhee, the foundation’s executive director about the role it plays in the lives of 92024’s elementary school students and families.

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:::: FROM THE PUBLISHER

Vol. 2, No. 5 TM

Publisher Derrick Breaux Creative Director Tyler McElhaney

The Big 4-0

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Derrick Breaux Publisher

or as long as I can remember, I’ve always wanted to be older.

When I was a child, I wanted to be a teenager. When I was a teenager, I wanted to be an adult. In college, I couldn’t wait to start my career. At nineteen, like most people, I just wanted to reach the legal drinking age.

As each year passed, I felt like I was inching closer and closer to something – perhaps some type of goal or milestone? After all, these markers tend to be big deals in all of our lives. We often see them as the ‘end’ of distinct categories. The end of our teenage years... The end of high school... The end of college... The end of our twenties...

I’ll take it even further. Have I simply been on course to reach middle age? Goodness, did I really just say that? After spending a few minutes on Google, I’ve concluded that most people classify middle age as 45 to 65 years of age. Apparently this is a relatively new frame of mind because until recently, it was generally thought that 40 to 60 years made up the bracket’s classification. I assume that it wouldn’t be difficult to figure out what age group initiated the sudden five year shift.

Turning the big 4-0 was actually a pretty cool experience. My adorable wife worked hard to put together an incredible 40th birthday party. I was humbled by the whole experience – surrounded by dear friends, family members, acquaintances and colleagues spanning multiple decades of memories.

The most common question that people have been asking me is how it felt turning 40. The honest truth is that it’s great. For the first time that I can remember, I feel like I am actually at the beginning of something. I’m motivated and inspired. I’m right where I want to be – at the exact age that I want to be at.

Truth be told, throughout my thirties I often thought of reaching forty. I’m there and it’s going to be a fantastic decade! I’m no longer looking too far into the future. In fact, I’m doing just the opposite.

Spending time with my family and enjoying watching my kids grow into their pre-teen years and young adulthood is an amazing thing. If only there was a way that I could convince them that there is no rush to get older and move into the next category of their lives – but that’s a topic for a different publisher’s note.

Oh, and by the way, I subscribe to the new way of thinking – the one that says middle age is classified as 45 to 65 years old. A special thank you to Google for clarifying that and giving me a five year cushion.

Regards, Derrick Breaux, Publisher

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MARCH 19

6:30 a.m. | Balboa Park www.chelseaslight.org

1 – 2 p.m. ; 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. | Encinitas Community Center Call 760-633-2676 to register

MARCH 8

MARCH 22

4TH ANNUAL FINISH CHELSEA’S RUN 5K IN PARTNERSHIP WITH GIRL SCOUTS OF AMERICA

CALIFORNIA FRIENDLY LANDSCAPE TRAINING 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. | Encinitas Community Center www.encinitasca.gov

MARCH 9

DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME BEGINS

MARCH 15

BOOBS ON THE MOVE

Proceeds benefit the Avon Walk For Breast Cancer and funds research for a cure 7 a.m. | 1473 Village View Rd. www.boobsonthemove.org

MARCH 15, APRIL 26 LAGOON PLATOON

Assist with native habitat restoration (Ages 13+) RSVP required 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. | San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve www.sanelijo.org

MARCH 15 – 16

HERB FESTIVAL, SPRING PLANT SALE, TOMATOMANIA AND BROMELIAD BONANZA 2014 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. | San Diego Botanic Garden www.sdbgarden.org

MARCH 16

USEPA FIX A LEAK WEEK INDOOR LEAK REMEDY WORKSHOP

SAN DIEGO COUNTY GARDEN FRIENDLY PLANT FAIR AND SALE

APRIL 4

THE SAN DIEGUITO CHAPTER OF THE BRANDEIS NATIONAL COMMITTEE’S ANNUAL BOOK AND AUTHOR LUNCHEON 11:30 a.m. | The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe www.brandeis.edu

ANNUAL “STATE OF THE CITY” CELEBRATION

The event will be co-hosted by local water agencies 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. | Home Depot Encinitas www.encinitasca.gov

The City of Encinitas, the Encinitas Chamber of Commerce and local Main Street Associations will be discussing their goals for Encinitas in 2014 5 – 9 p.m | Encinitas Community Center Tickets on sale now at www.soc.encinitaschamber.com

MARCH 23

APRIL 5

ENCINITAS STUDENT FILM FESTIVAL

Students from 1 – 8 grade will have their short films screened at the 3rd Annual Encinitas Arts Festival 1:30 p.m. | San Dieguito Academy Performing Arts Center www.encinitasstudentfilmfestival.com st

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MARCH 28

LA COSTA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY JOG-A-THON

Help LCH raise money for their PTA enrichment programs 8:30 – 11:15 a.m. | La Costa Heights Elementary

MARCH 29 – 30

SPRING EGG-UCATION

Kids will get an up-close look at all kinds of critters that hatch from eggs.

Families will discover an egg-themed trivia hunt.

1 – 4 p.m. San Elijo Lagoon Nature Center www.sanelijo.org

MARCH 31

CÉSAR CHÁVEZ DAY

THE ENCINITAS MILE ROAD RACE

LADYBUG DAY

A full afternoon complete with activites including craft making, ladybug, hunting, composting and more 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. | San Diego Botanic Garden www.sdbgarden.org

APRIL 6

ENCINITAS STUDENT FILM FESTIVAL High school and junior college students’ screenings and awards 1 p.m. | La Paloma Theatre www.encinitasstudentfilmfestival.com

APRIL 7

4TH ANNUAL AMANDA POST MEMORIAL GOLF TOURNAMENT 10:30 a.m. | Lomas Santa Fe Country Club www.amandaposttournament.com

APRIL 7 – 11; 14 – 18 SPRING ANIMAL CAMP

Rancho Coastal Humane Society Class size is limited See website for time TBA www.sdpets.org

A one-mile race for all ages and abilities 8 – 11 a.m. | Vuclan Ave. Register online at www.encinitasmile.com

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ANNUAL PURIM CARNIVAL CELEBRATION

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APRIL 12 – 13

APRIL 3

San Diego Botanic Garden See website for time TBA www.sdbgarden.org

An evening of food, drinks and entertainment featuring live music and poetry Tickets go on sale March 13 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. | Participating Restaurants Along Hwy 101 www.leucadia101.com

APRIL 20

Help raise money to fund educational programs at Temple Solel 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Temple Solel, 3575 Manchester Ave., Cardiff-by-the-Sea www.templesolel.net

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ONGOING EVENTS

10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. | The Gardener’s Marketplace Tickets go on sale March 15 www.encinitasgardenfestival.org

SELECT DATES THROUGH JULY SAN DIEGO ITALIAN FILM FESTIVAL’S NORTH COUNTY SERIES OF ITALIAN FILMS

9TH ANNUAL ENCINITAS GARDEN FESTIVAL AND TOUR

SCRIPPS ENCINITAS GALA

Proceeds will benefit the Campaign for Scripps Encinitas, a fundraising effort to enhance the hospital’s emergency and acute care facilities.

6 p.m. | Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas www.scripps.org

3RD SATURDAYS GUIDED DOWNTOWN HISTORICAL WALK

A new Italian film is screened each month All films are in Italian with English subtitles 7 – 9 p.m. | La Paloma Theatre For more information email contact@sandiegoitalianfilmfestival.com

EVERY SATURDAY & SUNDAY SEASIDE BAZAAR OPEN AIR FLEA MARKET

EVERY MONDAY BILY PARENT-TO-PARENT SUPPORT GROUP

HANDS-ON ACTIVITIES FOR FAMILIES: SOAP MAKING

APRIL 26 – 27

Reservations are recommended 7 – 9 p.m. | Seacoast Community Church www.bilysandiego.org

9 a.m. – 5 p.m. | South Coast Highway between D and J Sts. www.info@encinitas101.com

EVERY WEDNESDAY ENCINITAS STATION CERTIFIED FARMERS’ MARKET

31ST ANNUAL APRIL STREET FAIR

APRIL 28

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Spring Savoir-Faire Entertainment by “Sounds Divine” vocal jazz ensemble 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. | Sheraton Carlsbad Resort and Spa www.alrsd.orgm

2ND SUNDAY DUCKY WADDLES FLEA MARKET 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. | Ducky Waddles www.duckywaddles.com

EVERY SUNDAY LEUCADIA/ENCINITAS FARMERS’ MARKET AND ART FAIR 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Paul Ecke Elementary 858–272–7054

10 – 11 a.m. | San Elijo Nature Center www.sanelijo.org

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10:30 – 11:30 a.m. | San Diego Botanic Garden www.sdbgarden.org

1 – 3 p.m. | Ocean Knoll Educational Farm www.solanacenter.org

10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. | Encinitas Historical Society Free www.encinitashistoricalsociety.org

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ENCINITAS NATIONAL LITTLE LEAGUE’S OPENING DAY Festivities and games March 1 11 a.m. | Park Dale Lane Fields www.enll.org

55TH ENCINITAS LITTLE LEAGUE SEASON KICK OFF March 3 Ecke YMCA Ball Fields, 200 Saxony Road www.ellbaseball.org

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ENCINITAS ADULT BASKETBALL SEASON Games through March 26 Magdalena Ecke Family YMCA www.ecke.ymca.org

LACROSSE POWAY FACE OFF CLASSIC Encinitas Mustang Lacrosse (Division 1C and 3 A/B)

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SAN DIEGUITO YOUTH SOFTBALL OPENING DAY March 1 Pancake Breakfast: 9 a.m.

Opening Ceremony: 11 a.m.

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ENCINITAS EXPRESS SOCCER TRYOUTS

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SAN DIEGUITO YOUTH SOFTBALL PADRES DAY

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April 14

April 12 | Petco Park

March 16

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Pre-game parade and field plaza seats

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ENCINITAS ADULT SOFTBALL LEAGUE SEASON BEGINS

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ENCINITAS EXPRESS SOCCER NATIONAL CUP

Co-ed and Men’s League (18 +)

WAVE VOLLEYBALL: SPRING 2014 BEACH VOLLEYBALL CLUB PROGRAM

Spring National Cup (U14 – U18)

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Lights, Camera, Action!

Junior Filmmakers Flock to Encinitas Student Film Festival photos by David Max Photography | Studio 326

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he City of Encinitas Arts Division is presenting the Encinitas Student Film Festival. This festival offers young filmmakers the opportunity to screen their original short films, and to also learn the art of filmmaking from the very best in the industry.

All festival events are presented free of charge. “This is an exceptional opportunity for our student filmmakers, and I encourage them to take advantage of this opportunity,” said Encinitas Mayor Teresa Barth.

The Junior Division, for Encinitas students from first to eighth grade, will have their short films screened at a red carpet awards ceremony during the 3rd Annual Encinitas Arts Festival on March 23 at 1:30 p.m., at the San Dieguito Academy Performing Arts Center.

The Senior Division, comprised of high school and junior college students, created four to eight minute short films in their choice of genres. Accepted films will screen at a red carpet awards ceremony on April 6 at the historic La Paloma Theatre. “Best Of” awards will be given in all filmmaking categories plus awards for most outstanding films of the festival.

Young filmmakers also got the chance to participate in a recent symposium, learning from the Hollywood greats. “We gathered together a highly respected group of professional filmmakers to present workshops in all major filmmaking disciplines. Each workshop leader is a principal in a production company/organization specializing in various components of filmmaking,” said Festival Producer Francine Filsinger.

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SHARING INSIGHTS Marine Veteran Writes a Book that Reveals Warriors’ Burdens

by AMY LEHRER | photos by Soul of Photography

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ix years after leaving Leucadia to pursue jobs, Dan Sheehan and his wife reprioritized their lives and returned. Leucadia’s child friendly atmosphere, compact community and ocean life beckoned. They love bumping into their son’s classmates around town, walking everywhere, smelling the sea breeze and watching the sun disappear behind the Pacific.

Dan graduated from Penn State University with a B.A. in International Politics, spent twelve years as a Marine Corps officer flying helicopter gunships and served as a forward air controller with a special operations unit. After two tours in Iraq, he left active duty and flew airplanes for a civilian company. Now Dan writes books and takes care of his two children as a stay-at-home dad.

Dan’s first book, After Action, which he self-published via CreateSpace and Kindle Direct Publishing, grew from a desire to organize, process and understand jumbled memories. Dan explained, “Processing my experiences through writing gave me a deeper understanding of a warrior’s burdens and put my own reactions into perspective.” After completing his fourth draft and volunteering with Semper Fi Odyssey, a nonprofit camp for wounded veterans transitioning from the service, he decided to publish his book. He revealed, “Once I recognized how common my experiences were among veterans and how my book’s message could help others, I decided to share it with as wide an audience as possible.” He also hopes his exploration of the veteran costs of war will help future leaders determine if impending conflicts are worth it.

After Action has been well received. “The feedback I’ve gotten from readers of After Action and my blog,” Dan disclosed, “has been immensely rewarding.” In addition, After Action received a “Starred Review” from Publisher’s Weekly, Dan was a guest on the NPR show Radio Times with Marty Moss-Coane, and appeared on U-T TV’s The Roger Hedgecock Show. Recently, After Action was selected as one of the five finalists for the 2013 Shelf Unbound Writing Competition For Best Indie Book.

Dan’s greatest challenge is staying balanced. Finding time to write is difficult, especially when his wife of eight years, also a former Marine helicopter pilot, travels for work. However, he doesn’t want to miss his kid’s childhood or forego fun activities like free diving, surfing, rock climbing and hiking either.

He’s grateful for his wife’s help and the fact that she can refinish furniture, fix plumbing, lay flooring and install crown molding so he can pursue his own passions, including cooking. ¢

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Daniel Brace Sheehan III Author, stay-at-home dad, commercial pilot Leucadia since 2005 Spearfishing, freediving, surfing, climbing, hiking, running, writing, reading, cooking Beacons, Robbie’s Roadhouse (R.I.P.), Pandora’s Pizza, Quail Gardens, El Callejon, 40-feet underwater in the kelp

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Children’s Books Come To Life 92024 App Developer Celebrates Five Years

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t’s no surprise that the digital app market is a competitive place, but Oceanhouse Media in Encinitas has just passed a milestone, celebrating five years and still going strong. They entered the market when there were only a few thousand apps available on the Apple store, compared to the millions today. They are renowned for their interactive children’s book apps, where users can learn to read and play with characters of popular books and authors such as Little Critter, The Berenstain Bears, and Dr. Seuss. The motto of Oceanhouse Media is “Five Star or No Stars”, a testament to the quality and care they put into their products.

“Because I came from the video gaming industry, I had experience with software development and wanted to create a digital publishing company,” said Oceanhouse Media founder, Michel Kripalani. “We decided to focus on apps that we would appreciate as parents, and that our children would enjoy and learn from.” With trailblazing innovators from the app industry, the company developed many of the features that digital children’s book apps use today, including three different ways to read a story, individual word highlighting, and picture/word association techniques.

Celebrations aside, Oceanhouse Media is still hard at work with their newest products. These include debuting Chicken Soup for the Soul,

and their Cat in the Hat Learning Library series, where children can learn science concepts from their favorite Dr. Seuss characters.

Michel and the Oceanhouse Media team share a deep appreciation for 92024 as well, which has bonded them together. “We love how close we are to the beach and to so many great restaurants,” said Michel. “Some of our favorite places to go as a group are Sakura Bana Sushi and I Trulli.”

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:::: STUDENT STAR

Violin Virtuoso Student Star Allen Huang is Already a Seasoned Symphonic Performer

by KELLEY GUSICH | photos by Soul of Photography

Name: School: Grade: Parents: Sibling:

Allen Huang (14) Canyon Crest Academy 10 Chien-Jung Huang, Wenyu Lin Andrew Huang (18)

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Virtuoso: A person highly skilled in music or another artistic pursuit

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hen he was just five years old, Allen Huang grew tired of dancing around like a ballerina to his older brother playing Kreisler’s Praeludium and Allegro, so he decided to take up the violin himself. Now, at fourteen, the Canyon Crest Academy student is playing the violin so well and in such a myriad of venues, that random citizens on the street are tempted to dance around like ballerinas. About his eighteen year old brother Andrew, Allen shared, “My brother is my biggest role model. He constantly works hard and manages to have fun while doing it, and remains stylish throughout.”

Allen joined the San Diego Youth Symphony (SDYS) in 2012, following two years in the Young Artist’s Symphony (now Mainly Mozart Youth Orchestra). Since then, “I’ve made new friends and really learned a lot regarding symphonic music,” Allen told us. “This year I am honored with the Assistant Concertmaster position. I plan to stick with SDYS for the rest of high school.” He is also a member of the Impromptu String Quartet, who plays at sites ranging from senior homes to San Diego Symphony pre-concerts and galas. Yet another performance commitment involves playing first violin in Youth En Gedi Ensemble, which performs two to three concerts per year. Allen received an Honorable Mention in SDYS’s 2012-2013 Concerto Competition, and made it to the finals in this year’s SDYS Concerto Competition.

With this dizzying schedule, one would think there is no time for anything else in Allen’s life. Not true. He is Boy Scout Troop 777’s current senior patrol leader, working toward his Eagle rank. He is a serious foodie. “I believe food is one of the greatest joys the universe provides. Although I enjoy eating more than cooking, I like learning to make new things in my spare time.” Allen is also still involved with classic elements from his childhood, otherwise known as Nintendo’s Pokemon, The Legend of Zelda, and Super Smash Brothers Franchise.

Many people, when meeting Allen Huang for the first time, say he looks and acts older than his fourteen years. His discipline and talent might be indicative of an older, more mature student, but his love of laughter and causing others to laugh, along with “his bed” being his favorite place in 92024, make Allen the perfect combination of youth and maturity, and the ideal student star. ¢

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OCEANIC PHOTOGRAPHER Clayton Burns is a Teen Skilled in Surf Photography

by LINDA FRABL | photo by Soul of Photography

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any of us who live in San Diego delight in its awesome beaches, getting our thrills from the waves, the sand, and the overall surf scene. Those wonderful seaside memories make us wish we could capture those moments forever, and indulge in them even when we’re away from the ocean’s pull. Clayton Burns, a 16-year-old Encinitas born-and-bred beach aficionado, has indeed found a way to permanently capture the essence of the ocean through his photography.

It was during his freshman year at La Costa Canyon High School that Clayton discovered his skill with a lens. While enrolled in a photography class, he entered one of his prints in the Del Mar Fair’s photography contest, and placed second overall. He recalled, “I got my first camera for

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my birthday when I turned 14, and I’ve since upgraded to a Canon 7D. During the summer of 2012, I worked almost every day to save up for my camera, my fisheye lens and my water housing, and I have been shooting ever since.” Clayton also acquired his GoPro camera by winning a KPRI radio station contest for photography.

The vibe at Seaside Reef is what motivates Clayton’s urge to photograph. He proclaimed, “I go to Seaside Reef almost every day to get in the water, whether it be to shoot, to bodysurf, to surf or to hang out. It is my favorite spot to shoot pictures because there is a lot of diversity, and you can sit in the channel on big days.”

Clayton cites professional photographer Chris Burkard as a major inspiration. Clayton exclaimed, “His landscapes and water shots

are out of this world. He travels to the most remote places in search of waves, and my hope is to also do that one day.”

Upon graduation, Clayton of course wants to become a professional surf photographer, but in the meantime this high school junior indulges in his other studies, especially his Surf PE class.

Clayton admitted, “It is my favorite class. We meet at Moonlight Beach every other morning, and it's fun to get in the water before school with my friends.” When he is not at school or taking breathtaking oceanic photos, Clayton loves to surf, bodysurf and snowboard. He also enjoys frequently updating his website and Instagram site. Feel free to check them out: Clayton’s Instagram is claytonburnsphoto, and his website is www.claytonburnsphoto.com. ¢

From Surf to Turf

The Rob Machado Foundation’s Global Crusade

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he Rob Machado Foundation (RMF) was formed in 2004, by the legendary local surfer of the same name. This nonprofit group supports and provides environmental education for the next generation, focusing on gardening, water, recycling, and school greening. Rob loves to be directly involved, influencing the organization’s strategy and often appearing at local schools. The Foundation reaches out to schools across Southern California, including our very own San Dieguito Academy.

Recently, RMF teamed up with the Solana Center, as the Center was looking for funding for its Grow Your Own (GYO) program. The GYO program trains and mentors local schools, helping them to build school gardens. RMF stepped in to help fund four San Diego County GYO school gardens from Pacific Beach to Carlsbad.

RMF teaches students how to reduce, reuse, and recycle. This includes reducing waste from school lunches, such as plastic utensils and paper napkins, and promoting reusable water bottles. RMF also created the program Hydration Nation with Hurley H2O, where high schools pledge to reduce plastic water bottle use, and help identify countries where water filtration systems are needed. These systems have been installed in countries such as Nicaragua and Brazil. With

their efforts, RMF hopes to eliminate the statistic that only one out of six people has access to clean water around the globe.

One of RMF’s largest fundraisers is held at the Belly Up Tavern in Solana Beach in November, with this past concert featuring famed musician Jason Mraz. RMF also organizes a youth Green Team at the annual Switchfoot Bro-Am surf contest at Moonlight Beach. You can find further information at www.robmachadofoundation.org and www.solanacenter.org. ¢

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1 lime, sliced 2 pounds local shrimp, 16 – 20 count, peeled and deveined 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1 1/2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1 small shallot, chopped 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 heaping tablespoons tarragon, finely chopped (I use Mexican tarragon straight out of the garden) Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

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About the Chef Chef’s Name: Jolee Pink Family Members: Husband – Larry Pink Community of Residence: Encinitas Hobbies/ Interests: Art, travel, movies, reading, hiking and Zumba Favorite Local Activity: Walks to nearby beaches About the Recipe: In my recent cookbook/art book, Living Coastal: Inspirations for Entertaining, Decorating and Cooking California Style, I worked with top San Diego chefs who created recipes using locallysourced sustainable seafood and fresh organic produce. I followed their example with this easy, delicious and healthy shrimp appetizer that’s always a smash hit for any occasion.

About the Chef: I am an artist, designer and writer. My whimsical ceramic sculptures and stylish textiles have won national recognition.

I started my innovative company, Wabisabi Green, to promote greener living. My Eco Art throw pillows and Art to Table linen line showcase my colorful artwork and commitment to sustainability.

After organizing the Encinitas Foodie Fest in 2012, I decided to combine my ties to the artistic community with my passion for all things culinary and write the book, Living Coastal. I brought popular local chefs and artists together to present a visual, culinary journey inspired by the breathtaking Pacific Ocean. I assembled a unique mix of tantalizing seafood recipes, extraordinary artistic creations, ecotable linens and clever decorating tips intended to inspire your next celebration. It was a dream to collaborate with exceptional Encinitas talent such as Matt Gordon of Solace & the Moonlight Lounge, Mark Patterson of Surfing Madonna mosaic fame, and designer Tara Teipel of Lemongrass.

For more information, please visit my website, www.wabisabigreen.com. ¢

Life Through A Camera Lens Encinitas Residents Featured at MOPA Youth Exhibit Gallery Photos by Nicole Espina

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y City, Your City” is the Museum of Photographic Arts’ 8th Annual Youth Exhibition that encouraged students to use photography and video to explore the theme of home and community. They had nearly 300 students enter their artwork and a jury panel select the final pieces for the exhibition. The panel of judges included City Council President and Interim Mayor, Todd Gloria, freelance photojournalist, Sam Hodgson, arts educator and Program Coordinator for the Art & Photography Programs at UC San Diego Extension, Annika Nelson, and Museum of Photographic Arts (MOPA) Executive Director, Deborah Klochko.

The final selections were on display at MOPA in Balboa Park through early February. MOPA is grateful for exhibition support provided by Adobe Youth Voices.

Of the many finalists, seven hailed from the 92024 area: Hailey B. (Capri Elementary), Peyton G. (Capri Elementary), Paige M. (Del Mar Pines), Ella S. (Capri Elementary), Keaton T. (Paul Ecke Central), Shelby W. (Paul Ecke Central), Sam P. (Paul Ecke Central).

“I am so impressed each year by the quality, creativity, and sophistication of the artwork these students create,” said Lori Sokolowski, Student and Teacher Programs Coordinator for MOPA. “There’s a lot of really powerful and personal stories told through these photographs and videos. It takes a lot of courage to share your artwork and have it judged.”

The 2014 Youth Exhibition theme deals with family and the deadline to enter artwork is June 15. Visit www.mopa.org for more information. ¢ Photo by Peyton Galli, Capri Elementary

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The James Family – Living Life “Island Style” in Encinitas

by ANGIE GALLO | photos by Soul of Photography

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he story of Mark and Jude James began after meeting in a small Cheshire countryside town in the North of England. In 1999 they married in a small ceremony, sharing their special day amongst family and friends. Several years and four boys later, the James family took their thirst for travel and left the demands of work for a more simple life and pink sandy beaches in the Bahamas. Over the years they built a spectacular home and a successful business.

In 2010, the James family moved from the Bahamas to a little town we all know and love called Encinitas. With their creative minds and entrepreneurial business sense, both Mark and Jude now run their successful businesses from home. Mark incorporated his rich family history in music with his love for restoring old cars and now has www.toshclassic.com. (Mark just so happens to be the cousin of the late great pioneer of Reggae, Peter Tosh!) Jude still owns the Beach House Boutique which is a clothing and gift store located in the Bahamas.

Their life in Encinitas is very similar to life in the Bahamas. They are on “island time” enjoying the simple life of family and happiness here in the states. With four boys Elliott (13), Eden (10), Milo (8), and Herbie (7) you can imagine mom Jude is out-numbered, and she says the boys remind her of that fact every single day. The family enjoys their time together with Saturday stops at Café Ipe in Leucadia, hanging out and listening to music. All four boys are in karate and are currently all learning to play guitar. “The boys are reminded by their grandfather not to forget their Jamaican roots and to embrace their family background, and he encourages them to be musical because of the family’s musical history”, says Jude.

The James family has a tight bond. Jude said, “Often we find ourselves going a few weekends without seeing friends because we just love to hang out as a family!” As a family they have a saying: be kind to everyone, be helpful, don’t judge and to always find the positive and stand up for what you believe is right. With a rich family life and love for the ocean breeze, palm trees and great weather, the James family has found their island in the sun right here in Encinitas. ¢ Parents: Children:

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he 2014 Bike-A-Thon event at the Magdalena Ecke Family YMCA was a big success, with over 300 participants developing teams and hopping on studio cycling bikes for eight hours to fundraise for the YMCA. The event raised nearly $50,000 thanks to the teams’ fundraising efforts, silent auction and support from the following sponsors: Athens Administrators; Siegel, Moreno & Stettler, APC; Junior Mavericks Running; BioPop; Einstein Bros Bagels; Bruegger’s Bagels; Rudy’s Taco Shop in La Costa; PowerBar; lululemon athletica and Xtreme Fun/XTF DJ Scott Feld. The event focused on a theme of “Share The Road” to promote safety for all drivers, cyclists and pedestrians on the roads. Volunteer Committee Co-Chairs Kate Joiner and Barbara Larson wish to thank the hard-working committee of twelve volunteers, energetic instructors at the event and all those that made the event a true success for a truly worthy cause. ¢

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:::: COMMUNITY STUFF Honoring Art and Our Public Libraries

The San Diego County Public Library’s Meet the Director and Legends Reception on Jan. 30 at the Solana Beach Library was a huge success. Both the Director of San Diego County Library, Jose Aponte, and Mona Miss, the Legends artist gave speeches. Jose spoke about the important roles libraries play as community centers. “The public is the driving force behind everything we do, and one of the best parts of my job is getting out and thanking the community for making our libraries great,” said Jose.

For more information about this event check out www.sdcl.org.

H2O Club at SDA

This past year, the Rob Machado Foundation and Hurley partnered to bring H2O, Hydration Nation, to San Dieguito Academy (SDA). SDA was a pilot school for the H2O program, and as a result, the H2O Club was formed by students to contribute to the cause. At the end of last year the club raised enough money to send water filters down to Nicaragua. These filters are able to provide clean drinking water to 900 people for the next two years. Last fall, the H2O Club raised enough money to purchase eight filters for the Philippines. To keep up to date on what’s next for the club, search for San Dieguito Academy H2O Club at www.wavesforwater.org/fundraisers.

Botanic Garden Challenge

The Donald C. & Elizabeth M. Dickinson Foundation has pledged a $1 million challenge grant for the creation of a education and events facility at the San Diego Botanic Garden (SDBG). In order to receive this gift, SDBG must raise an additional $3 million for the project

by Dec. 31.

“This facility will enable us to expand our educational and experiential opportunities, said Julian Duval, President and CEO of SDBG. For more information see www.sdbgarden.org

Women’s Week Speakers

Listed here are just a sample of the guests that will be making appearances at this year’s San Diego Women’s Week.

On Monday, Hannah Nancarrow, daughter of late newscaster Loren Nancarrow, and Tina Mickelson, PGA Class A member and ambassador for women’s golf for Callaway Golf, will be lecturing alongside Mimi Kirk. The Friday speakers feature: Kim Coles, an actress known for her role on Living Single; Elizabeth Smart, who shares her journey from abduction to empowerment; and Piper Kerman, the reallife inspiration behind the popular Netflix show Orange is the New Black.

For the complete list visit www.sdwomensweek.com/speakers.

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The Encinitas Garden Festival and Tour

The Encinitas Garden Festival and Tour will host its ninth annual event on April 26 at 10 a.m. Residents of Encinitas will showcase their own personal gardens.

Vendors will be offering a multitude of flora including unusual plants and vegetables along with garden art, food, beverages and more at the events hub: the Gardener’s Marketplace.

Guest speakers will reach out about gardening in San Diego by providing tips and information about small gardens, drought tolerant plants, fruit trees and bees.

Tickets to the event go on sale March 15. For tickets and more information, visit their website at www.encinitasgardenfestival.org.

Apply for Don Diego College Scholarships

Beginning in 2014, twelve high school seniors will head to college supported by scholarships from Don Diego Scholarship Foundation, the nonprofit arm of the San Diego County Fair. Together, this year’s dozen will enjoy $39,000 in funding.

The Don Diego college scholarships are offered to outstanding high school seniors throughout San Diego who have participated in the San Diego County Fair and/or other activities with the Del Mar Fairgrounds. The deadline to apply is April 1. Eligibility requirements and the application form are at www.dondiegoscholarship.org.

For questions, contact Executive Director Chana Mannen at cmannen@sdfair.com or 858-792-4210.

Local Artists Show at Sculpture Garden

The City of Carlsbad’s Cultural Arts Office presents a new installation in its outdoor Sculpture Garden. “Steel and Glass: the Sculptures of Jeffrey Laudenslager and Deanne Sabeck” features seven works by two well-known 92024 artists. The Sculpture Garden is open to the public Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Jeffery Laudenslager creates slender, elegant sculptures of steel and titanium that gently spin and turn in the wind.

Fellow Encinitas artist Deanne Sabeck creates equally graceful works in metal and dichotic glass that also attract major commissions worldwide.

“Steel and Glass” will remain on display through June 2014.

Volunteers Wanted for The Princess Project The Princess Project is a San Diego based organization that collects and donates gently used prom dresses, turning them over to girls who could not otherwise afford a prom dress or to attend prom. Dress giveaways are planned in March at Horton Plaza. They are in need of volunteers across San Diego. To learn more about this organization, visit www. princessprojectsd.org. For more information on volunteer opportunites email volunteersd@princessproject.org.

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The Gr8er Grauer Campaign

The Encinitas Planning Commission unanimously voted to approve The Grauer School’s Design Review Permit and Coastal Development Permit at a recent meeting.

The Grauer School launched its Phase III Arc Capital Campaign at the 2013 Grauer Legacy Gala held on May 4, 2013 generating close to $500,000 in initial donations, with an additional $1.7 million gifted after. The school is currently seeking a total fundraising goal of $3.25 million for the campaign.

The goal for the campaign is to break ground in June 2014 with a grand opening in winter 2015. For more information check out www.grauerschool.com.

Join the Art of Savoir-Faire

Assistance League Rancho San Dieguito’s annual spring fundraiser, Spring Savoir-Faire, will be held on Monday, April 28, at the Sheraton Carlsbad Resort and Spa. The event will be emceed by Southern California news anchor, Carol LeBeau, and will feature entertainment by San Diego’s premier jazz vocal ensemble Sounds Divine along with a silent auction. All proceeds will be used to support programs dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of people affected by violence, trauma and poverty in North County San Diego.

To learn about more about the organization visit their website at www.alrsd.org.

Standing Up for a Cause

Sabrina Suarez took up the stand up paddleboard only five years ago, and invited all of her friends to get together. As the get-togethers grew larger, Sabrina created SUP Chicks, using the abbreviation of the sport name, and now they paddle out of Oceanside, Encinitas, and Cardiff. The SUP Chicks are also deeply involved in charity work, having been involved with the Standup for the Cure, Youth Aquatic Center on Mission Bay, Urban Surf 4 Kids, H20 Trash Patrol, and Keep A Breast cancer awareness. Look up SUP Chicks So-Cal on Facebook.

Local Author Keeps it Personal

Local author, journalist, mystery novel enthusiast and horse lover, Susan Union recently released Rode to Death, a mystery novel which incorporates a bit of all of Susan’s interests.

The book follows equine journalist Randi Sterling, who moves to her college flame’s horse ranch in San Diego’s wealthy Rancho del Zorro to rekindle their relationship, and the many twists and turns she encounters after stumbling over his dead bride in a champion stallion’s stall.

Published by Koehler Books, Rode to Death is available at Mysterious Galaxy Bookstore, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Powell’s Books, BAM, and IndieBound. For more information about Union and the Randi Sterling mystery series visit www.susanunion.com.

Encinitas 101 Welcomes Viva Mainstreet!

The Encinitas 101 Mainstreet Association recently launched Viva MainStreet!, a wellness program to benefit employee businesses located in downtown Encinitas.

In addition to providing benefits directly to employees downtown, Encinitas 101 is using the Viva MainStreet! program to encourage employers to champion healthy workers and workplaces.

To learn more about the Encinitas 101 Mainstreet Association visit www.encinitas101.com.

RCHS Spring Fling Animal Camp

The Rancho Coastal Humane Society (RCHS) hosts its Spring Fling Animal Camp on April 7 through 11 and 14 through 18. “The theme for Spring Fling Animal Camp is Re-cycle, Re-use, and Respect,” said RCHS Humane Educator Lizzie Hart. “In addition to hands-on experiences with dogs, cats, rabbits, and other animals, campers will be using recycled containers for their crafts, learning how recycling can help preserve the planet.”

Spring Fling Animal Camp is for children ages 6 through 12. Class size is limited to assure that every child gets attention. Camps fill up well ahead of time, and parents are encouraged to register their child as soon as possible. For more information or to register for Animal Camp call 760-753-6413 or visit www.sdpets.org.

Fashion Week for Dogs and Cats

Inspired by New York Fashion Week, the team at Helen Woodward Animal Center decided to show off their fuzzy friends with a fashion photo shoot, provided by Chowhound Photography (www.chowhoundphotography.com). Center staff hopes the BeFUR-and-AfFUR photos will have potential adopters taking a second look at dogs and cats seeking homes.

If you are interested in adopting or would like more information contact Helen Woodward Animal Center Adoption Department at 858-756-4117 (ext. 313), or visit www.animalcenter.org.

Supervisors Support “Think Local First”

The San Diego County Board of Supervisors approved a resolution to encourage local spending, as part of the Think Local First campaign by the San Diego North Chamber of Commerce.

“Buying locally instead of buying out of town – when the price for the product is the same – will positively impact local business,” Supervisor Dave Roberts said. “This program is designed to grow jobs, strengthen our tax base, and champion commerce in our county.”

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11. Danny Salzhandler’s spontaneous birthday gathering. 12. Leading Note Studios supports Rady’s Children’s Hospital with a musical treat. 13. The Geffen Family sparkles at the 36th Annual Women’s Auxiliary Gala “Sapphire Jubilee.” Photo by Bob Ross. 14. Staying warm with close friends. 15. Local Cub Scout Pack ready to roll at the annual Bike Rodeo at Flora Vista School. 16. Getting their hands dirty and having fun at the Garden Work Party at the San Diego Botanic Garden. Photo by Volunteer Margret Jones.

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Since 1985, the Encinitas Educational Foundation (EEF) has been working to improve the learning experience for children in 92024. Working in partnership with the Encinitas Union School District, the foundation is able to provide educational opportunities for students at all nine elementary schools and develops new programs that make an impact. Melissa McGhee, EEF Executive Director, shares how far the foundation has come over the years and what the future holds for the organization and those who benefit from their offerings.

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Q&A with Melissa McGhee, EEF Executive Director

What is the history behind the Encinitas Educational Foundation (EEF)? When and why did it start?

The foundation began in 1985. It was originally founded by a group of generous retired folks who wanted to make a difference in our schools.

They were known to deliver gifts/donated items to the schools. Later the foundation reorganized and began to work in partnership with EUSD. During the late ‘90s, EEF funded a technology van that traveled from campus to campus providing technology support to all of the nine elementary schools in the EUSD school district. Funding for the tech van became unnecessary once Proposition P passed in 2010 providing district-wide technology.

How do you go about fulfilling your mission?

Each of our nine campuses have individual fundraising plans, which usually involves a fall pledge campaign and spring fundraiser/auction.

Fundraising efforts happen because of an amazing network of parent volunteers who work directly with principals and teachers to determine a specific campus’ needs. The list of needs range from funding music consultants, science consultants, physical education consultants and other unique programs like the language of computer coding.

What is your role as executive director of EEF? In 2013, EEF decided to hire an executive director to implement better systems to manage our organization in addition to providing better support to our network of parent volunteers across all nine EUSD schools. Our executive director focuses on overall branding and marketing associated with EEF and our greater-community, supporting our sites by offering better fundraising tools and hosting community-wide events. Ultimately to raise money for the best cause on the planet.

What is the most rewarding thing about your role? The most challenging?

Although EEF has been in business since 1985, it’s very much like a start-up business/organization. Fundraising has matured in the last decade; we have more tools to engage donors. I really appreciate the creative flexibility this opportunity brings to the foundation. To our benefit, the concept of cause marketing directly supports our growth and efforts to build a business partner program. The biggest challenge has been managing my time. Over the past nine months, I have learned our school sites need and want more support than I had expected and building a business partner program takes time.

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What are the primary goals of EEF, both short-term and long-term?

Short term, I’d like to synchronize our fall campaign across all nine school sites allowing us to leverage our greater Encinitas and South Carlsbad communities and bring greater awareness to our schools on one single day. Long-term, our goal is to find, create or invent a reliable revenue stream for the foundation from a District level while still supporting our schools parent volunteer efforts at each school’s campus. At the top of our list, building a business partner program and creating two original signature fundraising events for our community to benefit from.

How does EEF secure funding for its programs, grants, and endowment?

Our major source of fundraising is through our parents/families who attend our schools. As I mentioned, each school has an amazing group of parent volunteers and together with teachers and principals, each school determines their needs. Schools generally host two fundraising events; one fundraising event in the fall and one additional fundraiser in the spring. This model works very well.

Please tell us about some of the events EEF sponsors.

EEF has been building a partnership with Legoland. Each year Legoland offers our Encinitas and South Carlsbad community

discounted tickets into the park on one single day. This year we added another Legoland day to our calendar of events. Next year we plan to add entertainment provided by student performers to our Legoland event. We refer to this event as VAPA Palooza and is tentatively set for Dec. 13, 2014. In addition, we just hosted our fourth golf tournament called SWING for STUDENTS. The tournament was held at Encinitas Ranch Golf Course and proved to be successful both financially (raising over $25,000) and in spirit. We’d love to host an athletic event focused on our community and nature, but there are so many already in place so we’ll need to come up with our own original idea. We have a few awesome ideas we are flushing out right now.

What are some of the most rewarding things the foundation has done in the past?

Hands down, it’s what our parent volunteers do every year at their school campuses to raise money to fund music, science and other enriching experiences for our growing population of future employees, business owners and parents.

What sets EEF apart from other educational foundations?

When I first came on to the job I met with several other local educational foundations. Each meeting brought value to developing our EEF mission.

I learned very quickly to appreciate our business model which supports and allows each school campus to raise and distribute their own funds through a formal decision making process. This model makes for an easy sell to parents. There is no question where the money will be spent.

What is the process for local groups and organizations to request grant funds from the foundation?

We are considering the return of sponsoring a mini-grant program for teachers. This was something EEF had supported in the past.

What are the criteria for providing funding to local groups and organizations?

As I have mentioned, each school campus has a formal decision making body made up of parents, teachers and the principal. Each school decides how they spend their fundraising money through a formal process.

At-A-Glance Name:

Melissa Wadley-McGhee

Community:

92024

Education:

Bachelors of Arts, Liberal Studies, Cal State University San Marcos

Family:

Three super cool, amazingly resilient kids who attend Capri Elementary

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Tell us about the types of programs you funded over the years.

EEF is currently working with EUSD to adopt, create, support a districtwide initiative. But, in order to accomplish that goal, we need to create a EEF District funding mechanism.

What is EEF looking forward to providing to local students this school calendar year?

We are looking to maintain each school sites current enrichment opportunities like music, science and physical education, in addition to adopting other unique opportunities like computer coding.

Do you have any upcoming events you would like readers to be aware of?

Many of our school campuses will host some sort of spring fundraising event, usually an auction. From a district level, we will once again offer discounted tickets to Legoland California in the spring and a special performance day in December.

EEF will be hosting the first ever Encinitas and South Carlsbad Home Tour in October 2014. A handful of selected homes will be on tour including a continental breakfast, boutique and more. The event is sure to be a success and something unique for our community. The goal of the event is to raise money for EUSD enrichment programs.

EEF will also be hosting Family Restaurant Week in the spring of 2015.

Similar to San Diego Restaurant Week, this event will showcase family friendly restaurants in our Encinitas and South Carlsbad communities.

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Lastly, we will continue to host (and grow!) our golf tournament SWING for STUDENTS.

How does one go about supporting EEF on an individual level and on a corporate level?

Individual donations represent a significant percentage of our income. There is a hidden opportunity most parents/individual donors fail to exercise. Many companies will match donations made by parents/individuals. It’s up to the parent/individual donor to initiate the match. It’s hard to find a company that doesn’t support the greatest cause in the world, education. We plan to make more effort in 2014 and beyond to encourage more donors to help us capture matching income. From a corporate level, we are planting seeds right now for this program. Whether corporate partnerships grow through grants, advertising, sponsored events or a combination of all three, we are excited to see where this program takes us.

You always welcome volunteers to support EEF. What specific volunteer opportunities are you looking to fill?

From a district level, we are always looking for creative, businessminded individuals connected to our community to serve on our board.

We will have elections in May for 2014-2015 board positions. Our school campuses also look for new volunteers each year to bring new fundraising ideas to each school campus. ¢

At-A-Glance

Address:

101 S. Rancho Santa Fe Road, Encinitas, CA 92024

Facebook:

www.facebook.com/EEFCA www.twitter.com/EEF_CA

Foundation:

Encinitas Educational Foundation (EEF)

Twitter:

Website:

www.eefonline.org

Executive Director: Melissa Wadley-McGhee

Email:

info@eefonline.org

Upcoming Events: Legoland Community Day – May 3, 2014

Phone:

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Legoland VAPA Palooza – Dec. 13, 2014

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an Dieguito Academy (SDA) opens its spring 2014 sports season with eight athletic programs and a brand new turf field and track. Baseball will be defending its Avocado East League Championship under new head coach, Brendon Boitano. Boys golf continues to improve under head coach Al Zamora. Boys and girls lacrosse continue to grow under coaches, Dick Thaisz (boys) and Chuck Kaczmarek (girls). Veteran Head coach Joe Tomasi leads

the boys tennis team, that will be playing matches at various sites as the SDA tennis courts are currently being remodeled. Boys volleyball gets underway under head coach Ray Wilson, and softball looks to be back in playoffs under veteran head coach Sam Corrao. Rounding out the spring sports is track and field under veteran coaches Justin Conn and Gordy Haskett. ¢ ~ Doug Kamon, Athletic Director

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Viva Merch has recently acquired new equipment that allows them to produce a wider range of shirts. Making Viva Merch one of the most sophisticated printing facilities in Southern California, these new presses have sky-rocketed productivity, allowing Viva Merch to handle any size order that is sent their way. Whether it is one shirt or fifty-thousand shirts, Viva Merch can handle the job with the same finesse and care that their reputation is built upon, and now at a faster rate and an extremely competitive pricing structure.

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The quality of the designs and the finished product have been second to none. The entire team works with me to make sure that I am happy with the final results in a true collaborative fashion. They have a way of taking a crazy idea that I have floating around in my head and bringing it to life, all the while making it better through their own individual contributions. I am absolutely confident that I sell significantly more merchandise as a result of our business relationship.”

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f you reside in 92024 you are surely familiar with Herman Cook Volkswagen.

The VW dealership has been at the same location on Encinitas Boulevard for forty-seven years. “We pride ourselves on treating customers like they are part of our family,” stated Dennis Cook, Owner and son of original Owner, Herman Cook. “We have many very long term employees that have established long term relationships with our customers.” Amazingly, the dealership, which sells new cars, used cars, parts, and offers express and regular service, is now selling and servicing third generation customers; and it has found that its steadfast dedication to

personal integrity and customer satisfaction has proven to not only help build customer loyalty, but has also helped the business become an Encinitas icon.

Aside from offering leasing and buying programs, the dealership provides a military program, where two of its employees – both veterans of the military – are dedicated to serving military customers, understanding the challenges they may face. Herman Cook Volkswagen has taken it one step further by being the only “green” dealership in all of Southern California. “We are a state designated recycle center for used oil and coolant and have been awarded the

At A Glance

designation,” Cook explained. “We have partnered with electronic recyclers, Grangettos, and Solana Center for Environmental Innovation to hold special events.”

Herman Cook Volkswagen has been nationally recognized as “Dealership of the Year” by the American International Automobile Dealer Association. In 2003, the dealership was awarded “Business of the Year” by the Encinitas Chamber of Commerce. “We are the only VW dealership in San Diego County to achieve 100 % training in all departments under VW’s strict guidelines,” said Cook.

Part of its success can be credited to the entire Herman Cook Volkswagen team and their efforts to stay involved with the community.

The dealership was a major sponsor of the Cardiff Kook Run on Feb. 2 and supplied the Hole-in-One Car for the Encinitas Education Foundation Golf Tournament on Jan. 27. “We help with Rotary projects and have been very involved with the Encinitas Rotary Cup Soccer Tournament for over twenty-five years. We also sponsor the Herman Cook Memorial Golf Tournament for junior golfers held at Encinitas Ranch Golf Course,” shared Cook.

“This Christmas our employees bought gifts for approximately thirty-five kids at Casa De Amistad in Solana Beach.”

The company’s website sums it up well by stating, “As a family owned and operated business Herman Cook Volkswagen is committed to supporting the community in every potential way.” ¢

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Flyball is essentially a relay race for dogs. Two teams, with four dogs each, compete against each other on a fifty-foot raceway. There are four hurdles spaced ten feet apart, which each dog must jump over on the way down and on the way back. The dogs must trigger a spring loaded box on the way down to retrieve a ball, and return over the hurdles back to the start with the ball. As you can imagine, it’s quite a workout for these canines. “We have training three times per week, but handlers and dogs attend once or twice each week,” said Brian. “We have Saturday and Thursday night practices on fenced fields where we practice turns on the box, passing, and running in a line up, as we do at tournaments.” The Matsumotos also noted that the great thing about the sport is that any dog is welcome: purebreeds, mixed breeds, big dogs and small dogs can all play together.

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AT A GLANCE Name of Business: The Club at La Costa Owner: Omni Hotels & Resorts Club Director: John Tyler Years in Position: 5 Year of Establishment: 1965 Address: 2100 Costa del Mar, Carlsbad, CA 92009 Website: www.lacosta.com Email Contact: membership@lacosta.com Phone: 760-930-7055 Description of Business: The Club at La Costa, based at Omni La Costa Resort & Spa, provides members with 400 acres of exhilarating, awardwinning family recreation. Feel like you’re on vacation every day.

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of-the-art equipment and more than fifty group fitness classes per week. If you’d like to get your workout on, but are worried about the kids, don’t fret; the Club offers child programming and childcare at its “Kidtopia” Kids Club. A family-favorite is Splash Landing, featuring three pools and three exhilarating waterslides.

Perhaps one of the Club’s biggest draws is its newly renovated golf courses, with member-only preferred access and pricing at the Champions and Legends Course. As stated in the resort’s website: “The golf courses at Omni La Costa, Southern California’s only GOLF Magazine Gold Medal Resort, are amongst the most storied in California, boasting a rich tournament history and a cadre of prominent guests … our two courses now offer the modern player new challenges while reintroducing this championship-caliber golf destination to world-class standards.”

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“Becka and the Big Bubble: Becka Goes to San Diego” introduces Becka, a young girl on a whirlwind adventure around the world, who hops on a bubble and lands in San Diego. Gretchen explained, “Since I live in North County, the ‘Becka Goes to San Diego’ book starts in Oceanside and travels down the coast. I had to include Moonlight Beach, the flower fields and many other wonderful areas around here!”

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Supervisor Dave Roberts recognized the Encinitas 101 MainStreet Association as an official partner in the County’s Live Well San Diego program, declaring Jan. 25 to be “Encinitas 101 MainStreet Association Day.” Also in attendance were Encinitas Mayor Teresa Barth, Deputy Mayor Mark Muir, and City Council Members Kristin Gaspar, Tony Kranz and Lisa Shaffer, as well as Tim Baird, Superintendent of the Encinitas Union School District. ¢

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Camaraderie at the Finish Line

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here has the time gone? It’s 2014 and there are a few short months left of school. In earlier editions of the Mustang Insider, advice was given to the incoming freshmen about life at San Dieguito Academy (SDA) and the talented and community-driven high school that gave it its uniqueness to North County. So what’s new as of now?

It’s second semester and seniors are beginning to drift into the “it’s time to relax” phase after submitting their college applications, the new stadium field is really coming along, and the student activities keep developing. But let’s not forget about the world-renowned Coachella Music Festival which many SDA students typically attend and enjoy days of their favorite bands in the desert.

Senior year – a time when seniors apply to college, complete scholarship applications, and stress-out as they wait for the decision to start their college career, has many seniors looking for ways to alleviate this stress. During this waiting period, seniors ease the pain by treating themselves to activities like going to Comedy Sportz games, enjoying the works of musical and theatrical students at Cabaret Night, practicing for the Talent Show on March 13, or attending the Theater For a Cause production of “Steel Magnolias”. The production is scheduled for March 6, 7, and 8 and tickets can be bought on the SDA Theater website.

There’s always something exciting happening and the seniors never miss it.

After long months of construction, the students now have a polished stadium field with a new track, turf, added palm trees and rocks, and a tall gate surrounding the field. There’s definitely a more high school sports feel now. The soccer and lacrosse teams have already played and comments over the field have been positive. The school construction is still continuing too. Bleachers are being added to the field and new math and science buildings are scheduled to be built. It’s nice for seniors to spend their last year with an improved sports field, knowing that future SDA students will soon enjoy sitting in brand-new classrooms. I guess us seniors will have to wait for our reunion to see how all these changes came to fruition.

As students wrap-up their final months of school, they’ll continue to enjoy the events and activities to come, and an ample selection is always available at SDA and our surrounding areas. So whether you’re a student, a parent, or still deciding on your high school selection, come to one of these SDA activities and see what all the camaraderie is about. ¢ Gabby Catalano is an incoming senior at San Dieguito Academy. She will be the ‘Mustang Insider’ for the 2013 – 2014 school year and can be contacted at info@92024magazine.com.

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roject Wildlife, a nonprofit organization, serves as the primary resource for animal rehabilitation and conservation education in San Diego County. The organization cares for sick, injured, and abandoned wildlife throughout the County and then ensures that healthy animals are released back to the wild. Educating the public about wildlife interactions is another part of their mission, as they can have a major positive impact on the lives of wild animals.

Sick, Injured or Orphaned The first thing to remember is that wildlife generally view humans as a threat. So even if you are trying to help, too much handling or commotion can lead to undue stress on an animal. Watch to be sure the animal really is sick, injured, or orphaned and then act. When assisting the animal, stay calm. Bring the animal to a licensed rehabilitation center.

If you are handling the animal yourself, wear gloves or use a towel and place the animal in a container with air holes.

frequented by coyotes. Also, ensuring trash can lids are tight, not leaving pet food outside and sealing access to garages or crawl spaces will help avoid unwanted wild animal visitors.

If these efforts fail to keep wildlife out of your home or backyard, there are also some simple and safe deterrents you can try. These include using chili powder on plants, and installing motion-sensitive lights. Humane wildlife extraction is also an option. Humane exclusion encourages wild animals to leave and not to return without the use of pesticides.

Feeding Animals Avoid feeding wild animals as that teaches them to associate humans with a food source. This act causes wildlife to become too tame and lose their self-protecting fear of people.

Resident Wildlife

If you find an injured or abandoned animal, do not attempt to keep the animal yourself. Its best chance for survival is to get it to a licensed rehab facility like Project Wildlife as soon as possible.

Some wild animals live close to residential areas and may enter yards in search of food or water. Pets should never be left in unattended areas

For more information go to www.projectwildlife.org. ¢

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:::: MERCHANT PROFILE

Integrated Approach Activ8 Helps Clients Reach Their Peak Performance

by JENNIFER FRAKES | photos by Tyler McElhaney

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ctiv8 is a family business that private coaching and corporate wellness was started in the summer of solutions for small businesses. In fact, one of 2011 with the mission to educate the main focuses of Activ8 is helping clients clients about their health and take a proactive approach to their health and teach them ways to make responsible lifestyle well-being, which in turn can lead to a reduction choices that will improve their wellness and in injuries and medical conditions. “We are help them reach their peak more than a gym or training facility performance. “Both my wife, and our services go beyond our Our team is who is a registered nurse, and I doors. Individual appointments are dedicated to are in healthcare. My brotherproviding expert focused on taking steps toward the in-law has a degree in athletic specialty private goal that we have established with training and a background in coaching, while the client. Peak performance can physical therapy. We had many we develop strong only be achieved by diagnosing discussions about how we relationships with the deficiencies and building a plan could integrate the disciplines from that point. Nutrition therapy our clients” to help people take a proactive - Dr. Meade. and mental skills coaching are approach to their health. also integral parts of our program,” Activ8 was born out of those related Dr. Meade. And while golf discussions,” explained Dr. William Meade Jr., performance training is Activ8’s sport specialty, owner of Activ8 Athleticism. According to Dr. clients involved in various sports and activities, Meade, who is also an attending emergency both on recreational and competitive levels, room physician at Tri City Medical Center, can benefit from Activ8’s integrated approach Activ8’s expert staff uses an integrated, to optimal sports performance. holistic approach when designing a clients’ Activ8 Athleticism serves clients of all personalized coaching program. ages, from the 9 to 18-year-old range, and As stated by Dr. Meade, Activ8 is a health many adult clients in the 35 to 55 age group. and wellness company that provides specialty Regardless of age, Activ8 clients are treated

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with warmth and kindness in a non-intimidating atmosphere. “Our team is dedicated to providing expert specialty private coaching, while we develop strong relationships with our clients,” said Dr. Meade.

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id you know that ranunculus is Latin for “little frog”? You can “leap” into the new spring by visiting the largest collection of ranunculus flowers in San Diego: The Flower Fields at Carlsbad, a place that is very near and dear to the hearts of many San Diegans.

March 1 marks the reopening of the fields, with a rolling hill of ranunculus blooms in every vibrant color you can imagine. There’s even a side that was arranged in red, white, and blue in the shape of the American flag. The time to see these blossoms is now, as the fields will only be open until Mother’s Day on May 11, wherein the flowers will be harvested for sale.

There’s so much to do at the fields! Enjoy an antique tractor and wagon ride through the fields, or peruse the works of art made entirely of flowers in the Artist Gardens. The Sweet Pea Maze is a family delight, and you can take your chances at striking it rich at the Carlsbad Mining Company. Visit www.theflowerfields.com for more information.

And to future brides, The Flower Fields at Carlsbad during season is the perfect time for a wedding, with the fields as a backdrop, and a real barn on the property for a truly unique reception. So, hop on over to The Flower Fields today, and get a taste of the famed ranunculus’ beauty. 

How Did The Flower Fields Begin?

The history of the fields stretches back nearly 100 years. Luther Gage, an early settler in the 1920s, shared a ranunculus farm with Frank Frazee. As the 1950s rolled around, after fires and moving the farm, Frank’s son, Edwin, took up the mantle of his father’s trade, breeding “superior ranunculus bulbs” with a “double” petal structure. Edwin then expanded his farms to Carlsbad, where the flowers could bloom best in the mild climate. By 1993, Edwin retired, and Paul Ecke Jr. looked to create a tourist destination so that the fields could survive financially.

Thus, The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch was born, where people could not only come and enjoy the blooms at springtime, but also purchase the flowers.

Flower viewing isn’t the only thing you can do at the Flower Fields in Carlsbad!

MARCH 30: Kid’s Day – Arts and crafts, face painting, and a visit from Ronald McDonald!

APRIL 20: Zydeco Day – The Bayou Brothers will be stopping by with plenty of Louisiana- inspired accordion music to create a memorable Easter.

APRIL 6: Canon Photography Workshop – Enjoy a free Macro Photography workshop, with special Cannon equipment to take out to the field.

APRIL 26: Blues Day – An afternoon of blues entertainment awaits you, featuring local musicians.

APRIL 6: Bluegrass Day – A day filled with bluegrass music and an arts and crafts celebration.

APRIL 13: Red Hat Ladies’ Day and Style Show – The Flower Fields Red Hatters will present a Ladies Day and Style fashion show.

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MAY 10 – 11: Bonsai Show and Sale – Come see these unique plants at the Bonsai Exhibition and Sale.

MAY 11: Mother’s Day Celebration – It’s the last day of the season, and it’s Mother’s Day! Bring your mom to the fields for a relaxing day among the blossoms.

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and advertising to maximize exposure for your home. Demand a yard sign, postcard marketing, color flyers, the max number of photos and verbiage in the MLS, Realtor Caravans, extensive online marketing, open houses, and print advertising.

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3

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650,000

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4

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3

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3

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2

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679,000

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4

3

2,569

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3

1,920

680,000

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2

1,753

1,265,000

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3

2,045

688,000

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3

1,577

1,275,000

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700,000

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4

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4

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3

1,655

712,500

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4

3,292

1,317,500

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3

1,933

715,000

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3

2

1,448

1,355,000

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3

2

1,633

720,000

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3

3

1,242

1,385,000

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3

1,985

735,000

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4

3,025

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4

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3

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1,470,000

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2,355

782,000

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4,294

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1,984

786,000

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4,845

1,635,000

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1,578

787,500

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4,083

1,725,000

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1,600

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907,500

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