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Honoring the Greatest
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Simply Amazing
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How to Reduce Crime
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How Far Can You Carry Your Dog?
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Sheriff’s message clear for Poway Poway park ranger now at 5,800 miles
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Community Events & Info
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Student Star
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Your Neighbor’s Recipe
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Local Family
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Sports Registrations & Info Faces in the Crowd PTA Reflections program dear to Matson Meet Poway student Paige Haywood TC’s stuffed jalapenos Whetstine family has passion for trains Local news & announcements Photos of friends & neighbors A look at All About Me Medical Day Spa
In Our Own Backyard The Sikes Adobe Historic Farmstead
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Home Tips
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Real Estate Watch
A look at Takhrai Thai restaurant A look at North County Soccer Park How to prepare for fire season
Poway Library Schedule Local Market Place Community Chalkboard
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:::: FROM THE PUBLISHER A Tribute to Poway’s Crime Fighters Half of the 18 incorporated cities in the County of San Diego contract their law enforcement services with the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department – and, of the nine (Del Mar, Encinitas, Imperial Beach, Lemon Grove, Poway, San Marcos, Santee, Solana Beach and Vista), Poway consistently ranks as the lowest or among the lowest in terms of crime rate. That’s great news for the residents of 92064! It’s also a tribute to the management and fine officers and staff working out of the Poway Station. But as Sheriff’s Capt. Mike Hernandez explains in this issue’s cover story (beginning on Page 34), Poway did experience an increase in total crimes reported in the first six months of this year compared to 2010. Hernandez, a Poway High School graduate who took command of Sheriff’s Department operations in Poway in April when former Capt. Mark Elvin was promoted, details in the article how local residents can reduce crime in their hometown: ●● “Almost half the burglary calls in Poway are thefts from vehicles. The easiest way to prevent this type of crime is to not leave valuables in a vehicle.” ●● “Be a good witness. Most people are keenly aware of their neighborhood. We encourage the citizens of Poway to report any suspicious activity in their neighborhood.” ●● “Avoid complacency. Burglars tend to be opportunists. Leaving homes or vehicles unsecured is an invitation. ALSO IN THIS ISSUE, be sure to: ●● Read about the multi-talented Poway resident who not only has her first album scheduled, but also makes her acting debut in a major motion picture (Page 13). ●● Check out Poway’s Gail Matson, a dedicated school advocate who has volunteered extensively at three different campuses (Page 14). ●● Catch the heart-warming story about a local group that is organizing trips to the war memorials in Washington D.C. for combat veterans throughout the region – including Poway (Page 18). ●● Get an update on the Poway Unified School District Foundation’s goals and priorities to raise awareness and resources to better educate the school district’s students (Page 24). Enjoy the read. All the best, Derrick Breaux, PUBLISHER
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92129 Magazine // RANCHO PENASQUITOS Torrey Highlands Author Having E-Success Publisher Derrick Breaux Editor Emeritus Carolyn McElhaney Executive Director of Business Development Suzy-Beth Sarver Director of Production Tara Pritchett Art Director Tyler McElhaney Photography Zeena Gregg Photography Administrative Assistant Heather Lockwood Contributors Lori Lum Zeena Gregg Sarabeth Graml S. Harbin Hill Jennifer Sousa 92064 Magazine is published locally six times per year by Susco Media Inc. ©2011 All Rights Reserved. Reproduction of any content in this publication without prior written permission is strictly prohibited. 92064 Magazine’s publication of information provided by advertisers (paid or unpaid) – or other companies or individuals – does not represent an endorsement or verification of accuracy. 92064 Magazine assumes no responsibility for the accuracy or liability for the content of advertising placed in the publication (or on the 92064Magazine.com website).
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Dee De Tarsio is experiencing success with her first novel: 10,000 digital downloads for “The Scent of Jade”.
New Farmers Market in PQ
Mt. Carmel Certified Farmers Market now 11 a.m.-3 p.m. on Sundays at Mt. Carmel High School, benefiting PTSA.
New Trail Connects to Black Mountain
A new packed dirt trail in Del Sur begins at Old Stonefield Park, goes into Spreckels Canyon, and features a canyon-view lookout.
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92128 Magazine // RANCHO BERNARDO, CARMEL MTN RANCH, SABRE SPRINGS Carmel Mountain Ranch Festival
SDNCC plans the 16th Annual Carmel Mountain Ranch Holiday Festival on Dec. 4.
Bertrand Family Values
John and Barbara Bertrand Raised four successful sons and built an impressive music business, Bertrand’s Music.
A New Mayor in Town
Honorary Mayor Robin Kaufman about to give up her position, but she’ll still be really busy with other volunteer responsibilities. For more information and articles, visit www.92128Magazine.com
92127 Magazine // 4S RANCH, DEL SUR, SANTALUZ, WESTWOOD 4S Ranch Teen Wins National Competition
Makenna Grewe, a freshman at Del Norte High School, is the new Major League Baseball Pitch, Hit & Run National Champion.
Del Norte High’s First Senior Class
Del Norte High School’s Class of 2012 – the first senior class on the 4S Ranch campus – is small, but mighty.
A Father-Son Adventure in Santaluz
Adventure Guides brings fathers and sons together in a fun and memorable way. More information at www.92127magazine.com.
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92131 Magazine // SCRIPPS RANCH A Couple with Community Passion
Jim Peterniti and Mary Drummond not only are spouses, they’re also Co-Executive Vice Presidents for the Scripps Ranch Civic Association.
‘Raising the Bar’ for Rady
Rady Children’s Hospital Auxiliary Scripps Ranch Unit plans “Raising the Bar” benefit event Oct. 22, with wine, fine dining and music. Information at 858-831-9179.
A Unique Neighborhood Watch
Scripps Ranch’s Neighborhood Watch features a unique communication program and coverage of the community – with 1,400 residences on an emergency “email blast” list. For more information and articles, visit www.92131Magazine.com
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community events & information
Street Beat, Dance and Drum Performance
SEP 30-OCT 2 9am-4pm
A high-energy explosion of urban rhythm, hip hop moves, virtuoso percussion and astonishing acrobatics at the Poway Center for the Performing Arts. www.powayarts.org
MCAS Miramar Air Show
Features the Navy’s Blue Angels and many others as part of the annual demonstration of the latest in aviation technology. www.miramarairshow.com
OCT 29 2pm
Folk Music Concert by Ross Moore Poway Community Library features the Kentucky native, a performer in the American folk music tradition. www.sdcl.org
OCT 8 2pm-3pm
Encore Concert: Scarlett Avenue Poway Community Library presents an encore concert by its Teen Battle of the Bands competition winner. www.sdcl.org
NOV 5 12pm-3pm
Exotic Tropical Bird Show
Local bird fanciers will display and discuss a dazzling array of birds at the Poway Community Library, allowing photographs and gentle handling. www.sdcl.org
OCT 21-NOV 20 8pm, Fri-Sat; 2pm, Sun “The Rainmaker” at PowPAC
Classic play presented at Poway Performing Arts Theatre, 13250 Poway Road. www.powpac.org
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OCTOBER EVENTS
Friday, Saturday and Sunday 9 am - 4 pm Twilight Show (Saturday) 5:30 pm - 9 pm http://www.miramarairshow.com/
10/19 Mini-Golf Tournament for One Small Voice Foundation 4:30 pm, 5:30 pm, 6:30 pm, and 7:30 pm Maderas Golf Club 17750 Old Coach Road www.sbsminigolf.com
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Poway Music Fest - The Max Weinberg Experience 8 pm Poway Center for the Performing Arts www.powayarts.org/
10/21-11/20 “The Rainmaker” at POWPAC 8 pm, Fri-Sat; 2 pm, Sun
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Miramar Air Show
Encore Concert: Scarlett Avenue Poway Community Library 13137 Poway Road www.sdcl.org
PHS Dance Team Garage Sale 7 am – 11 am 15774 Riparian Road, Poway http://powaydance.com/Fundraising.aspx
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26th Annual Open House, Poway Fire Department 10 am – 1 pm Fire Trianing Tower, 12335 Crosthwaite Circle www.poway.org/Index.aspx?page=51
Poway Performing Arts Theatre 13250 Poway Road www.powpac.org
2 pm-3 pm
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Poway Community Leadership Seminar 8:45 am – 5 pm Poway City Council chambers 13325 Civic Center Drive www.powayleadership.org/PCLI/Welcome.html
10/16
Unleashed by Petco 11 am – 3 pm ARRF (Animal Rescue Resource Foundation) 10625 Scripps Poway Pkwy, San Diego www.arrf.cc
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3rd Annual LifeStyle INFOCUS Fundraiser 11 am – 4 pm Vito’s Park at Bernardo Winery www.lifestylesinfocus.com
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PIFT Gives Music A Boost Poway Invitational Field Tournament - Poway High School www.phsmb.com/pift.php
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Street Beat, a theatrical drum and dance show 8 pm Poway Center for the Performing Arts www.powayarts.org
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Hoot, Howl and Prowl Blue Sky Ecological Reserve www.poway.org
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10/22, 10/29 Web Design 9 am to 4 pm ages 10 - 18 Lake Poway Pavilion www.poway.org/Index.aspx?page=671 10/28
The Marriage Code 6 pm Rancho Bernardo Community Presbyterian Church www.rbcpc.org/grow-your-marriage/
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10/28-10/29 St. Michael’s Fall Festival St. Michael’s Church www.stmichaelsfallfestival.org
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26th Annual Fall Festival - Craft Fair 10 am - 2 pm Community Church of Poway www.ccpucc.org
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Once Upon A Hallowe’en Old Poway Park www.poway.org
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3rd Annual Shop Hop 5 pm – 8 pm Pomerado Elementary School Angel Ryan 619-504-7545 PomeradoFoundation@gmail.com www.powayusd.com/pusdpoes/Foundation
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St. Bartholomew Preschool Fashion Show 7 pm St. Bartholomew Episcopal Church 16275 Pomerado Road www.stbartschurch.org
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Veteran’s Day – No School
11/12, 11/19 3D Game Design 9 am to 4 pm ages 10 - 17 Lake Poway Pavilion www.poway.org/Index.aspx?page=671 11/13
Unleashed by Petco 11 am – 3 pm ARRF (Animal Rescue Resource Foundation) 10625 Scripps Poway Pkwy, San Diego www.arrf.cc
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Ricky Nelson Remembered Concert Poway Center for the Performing Arts www.powayarts.org
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RECURRING EVENTS
Homeless Outreach - First Monday of month 5pm - 8pm Cornerstone Church www.cornerstonepoway.com Bingo - Tuesdays at 12:15 pm and Saturdays at 5:30 pm Poway Senior Center www.powayseniorcenter.org 858-748-6094 City Council - First and Third Tuesday of month 7 pm City Council Chambers www.poway.org Veteran of Foreign Wars Lady Auxiliary Second Tuesday of month at 6:30 pm 12342 Old Pomerado Rd www.vfw7907.info Soroptomist International of Poway First and Third Wednesday 7:20 am – 8:30 am Café Merlot at the Bernardo Winery www.sipopoway.org LOGOS Youth Ministry - Every Wednesday 6 pm - 8:30 pm Community Church of Poway www.ccpucc.nextmeta.com Farmers Market - Every Wednesday 3 pm - 7 pm Old Poway Park www.poway.org College Youth Group Night (JAM) - Every Thursday 7 pm The Living Way Church www.lwcpoway.com Veteran of Foreign Wars Post Third Thursday of month at 7 pm 12342 Old Pomerado Rd www.vfw7907.info (dates & events subject to change) facebook.com/92064magazine
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Additional Information & Activities
Poway Youth Soccer League Family Fun Day 10/2 www.powayyouthsoccer.com Lake Poway North County Soccer Park Indoor Soccer League 10/1 Registration begins for children born between 1996-2007 Adult 3v3, 4v4, and 6v6 leagues for October accepting new Men’s, Women’s and Coed teams www.ncspsoccer.com Poway Girls Softball League Registration 11/12-12/2 Spring Recreation Season Early-Bird Registration www.pgsl.org Ongoing Fall Enrollment SAN DIEGO VOLLEYBALL CLUB Girls and Boys VolleyHigh League 858 385-1855 www.sdvbc.org (dates & events subject to change)
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PHS Dance Team Dance Clinic 10/15 9 – 1:30 pm K through 8th grade PHS Gymnastics room costs $40 Contact Ginny Hyer 858 735-2861, ginnyhyer@aol.com Free Supervised Skate Park Sessions Every Friday | 6 pm - 8 pm Poway Skate Park
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Poway Bike Ride www.thetriathletestore.com Every Sunday (always check for updates) | 8:15 am The Triathlete Store, 14037 Midland Road Archery - Youth and Adult Saturdays from 11am to Noon until 11/12 Lake Archery Range at Lake Poway Recreation Area www.poway.org/Index.aspx?page=671
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Multi-Talented Stevie Porzak’s First Album, Acting Debut Near By ZEENA GREGG
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tevie Nicole Porzak wrote her first song at the age of 15 and hasn’t stopped since. Porzak and her best friend started writing country music together while playing guitar and experimenting with chords. “The singing didn’t come until much later though,” said Porzak, now 32 and living in Poway. “I was plagued with terrible stage fright – much too shy to let anyone hear what I knew I could do in my head.” But as she got older, Porzak learned to let her fears go and, with support from her manager, became a performer. “He really believed in me and it gave me the confidence I didn’t know I had,” she explained. These days, Porzak isn’t letting anything hold her back. Working with guitarist/ engineer Tim Iler of Voltage Studios in Temecula, they have been recording her debut album – due out later this year. Porzak also is making her acting debut in the upcoming motion picture, “Geezers”, scheduled for release in November. The film, which also features some of Porzak’s
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music, is a comedy about a group of mischievous senior citizens starring Tim Allen, JK Simmons and Kyra Sedgwick. “I was really excited to be a part of it. I make an appearance in the film as well and wrote some of the soundtrack, “ said Porzak, who is married to professional golfer Adam Porzak and mother of a 2-year-old son. “It was a really great opportunity for me and I had a ton of fun with it.” Recently, Porzak was given the opportunity to write a song for singer Frankie J and actress/singer Fernanda Romero. And, if not busy enough, she also volunteers for “Stand up for Kids”, an organization that helps homeless and street kids. But juggling multiple projects doesn’t appear to daunt her. “I think women were just made to do it all,” Porzak said. “As long as I keep my priorities straight – I’m a mom first and foremost – everything seems to fall in to place. It’s just time management and keeping a good balance in life, family and career. I think the best artists are the ones that are well-rounded.” ¢
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Stevie Porzak Profile Age: Residence: Occupation: Hobbies: Family: Website:
32 Poway Singer, songwriter, actress Playing guitar, photography Married (Adam Porzak), son (Lukas, 2) www.rubbertreeproductions.com
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Soccer League, Rancho Bernardo Soccer, Poway Valley Garden Club, and Poway Community Leadership Institute. In addition, she owns and operates Freelance Production, a graphic design company operated from her home; plays in a competitive women’s soccer league; and is an avid gardener. “Growing fruits and veggies and creating foods to share with others is also a passion of mine,” said Matson, mentioning that it’s a love she and her husband share. “We can preserve a lot: Catsup, salsa, stewed tomatoes, applesauce and more.” She even turned the pleasure she gets from working a garden into an opportunity to give something back. “Being the environmentalist that I am, I took a 30-hour class in composting and now donate my knowledge to organizations in San Diego each year giving back those 30 hours (as a San Diego Master Composter, promoting and teaching composting,” she said. ¢
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Gail Matson Profile Age: Residence: Affiliation: Family: Occupation: Interests:
47 Poway Mt. Carmel High School PTSA Married to Ken; two children Graphic Designer Community, school advocacy, gardening, playing soccer
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:::: STUDENT STARS
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Poway Student Loves School, Dance, Cheer – and Assisting Other Children By SARABETH GRAML
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oway is where 11-year-old Paige Haywood calls home, and she wouldn’t have it any other way. “I’ve lived here all my life; I can’t imagine living anywhere else,” she said. But it’s her closest friends and family that inspire her. A current student at Twin Peaks Middle School, Paige loves studying and the company of her classmates and teachers. Although her favorite subject is math, she added that she also loves art. “I really enjoy learning and so far I’ve loved all my classes,” she said. “I work hard to get good grades every year.” Born in 2000, Paige is an avid dancer and cheerleader. She actually began cheerleading because she wanted to cheer for her twin brother Drew, who started playing Pop Warner Football a few years ago. “I also admire my cheer coach, Trisha, because she inspires me every day at practice,” Paige said. 16
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Armed with her flexibility, she has been recognized for being extremely sharp with her moves and stunting -- and for being an excellent dancer during cheer camps. Paige looks up to her mother mostly. “She’s a very hard worker, especially since my dad died this year,” said Paige, who’s mother Sue owns two restaurants in the area (Café Luna and Oggi’s Pizza & Brewing Co., both located in Carmel Mountain). “But she still makes time for me and my brothers.” Paige has a lot of passion to assist children with cancer and disabilities. Working with Locks of Love, Paige has vowed to donate her hair to a child in need as soon as it grows long enough. “I’m hoping there is someone out there that is wishing for a donation of bright red hair,” she said. “Even though I’ll miss my long hair I know it will be a gift to someone special.” ¢ October | November 2011
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Paige Haywood 11 Twin Peaks Middle School 6 Susan Haywood Two brothers (Drew, 11; Tahj, 16)
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Trips Honor War Veterans Honor Flight Raises Funds For Washington DC Visits
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ancho Penasquitos resident Dom (Monte) Montemarano – a World War II veteran who landed at Omaha Beach in 1944 and participated in the Battle of the Bulge – was very moved by his first ever visit to the national war memorials in Washington D.C. earlier this year. “The most emotional impact through this experience was it brought back memories of the war for all of us on the trip,” said Montemarano, 85, who served as an Army private first class for more than two years. “Most of us were chocked up at the sight of the memorials. We regretted that those who did not survive the war didn’t have the opportunity to see this (WWII memorial, completed in 2004).” Montemarano made the trip thanks to Honor Flight San Diego, a nonprofit organization that honors veterans by funding and conducting visits to the nation’s capital and tours of the memorial. The local group – part of a national organization -- was founded in 2010 by Dave Smith of Rancho Penasquitos and Pam Russell of Rancho Bernardo. Both Smith and Russell had fathers who took an Honor Flight trip and credited that experience and its impact on them personally for becoming involved in the organization. “It is very important for the World War II veterans to make these flights to Washington because they can realize the honor and recognition paid to them for our sacrifice and how we all fought for the freedom of our country,” said Montemarano, who now works with Honor Flight San Diego raising funds for other veterans to make the trip. “I talk about the experience often. I was so impressed, not only with
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Veteran Monte Montemarano of PQ with former Sen. Elizabeth Dole at WWII Memorial in Washington DC
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Top: Former Sen. Bob Dole greets Honor Flight San Diego visitors in Washington DC Bottom (left to right): Gary Roehm, Monte Montemarano, Fred Acombs, and Dave Smith at WWII Memorial
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the memorial – but also with the organization and its dedicated work for veterans.” According to Smith, Honor Flight currently has more than 300 veterans on the waiting list in San Diego (and more than 1,200 in Southern California), and more applications arriving daily. “We depend upon donations to make these trips happen. We have the organization to take all these veterans to Washington,” he said. “All we need are the funds to complete our mission.” Honor Flight San Diego is just one of about 100 independent “hubs” linked to the national Honor Flight Network, which has funded trips for more than 65,000 veterans of various wars and military conflicts. “San Diego is running far behind other ‘hubs’ in the U.S. We’re running out of time to thank our WWII veterans,” said Smith, 59, the founder of Professional Workplace Interaction Inc., a training and consulting firm. “Our long-term goal is to take all surviving veterans that served in our wars on a ‘Mission of Honor’ to Washington. My short-term goal is to charter a 747 to get the majority of our current veterans on the local waiting list to the memorial this year.” Montemarano agrees with the urgency. “All WWII veterans should go on this trip, mobile or not,” he said. “It is the best way to show tribute to those of us left. About 1,000 veterans per day are dying – and the organization is trying to give this opportunity to them as quickly as possible.” For more information on Honor Flight San Diego or to volunteer, visit www. honorflightssandiego.org or call Dave Smith at 858-442-8337. Donations may be sent to Honor Flight San Diego, 9423 Keck Court, San Diego, CA 92129. ¢
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:::: YOUR NEIGHBOR’S RECIPE
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Stuffed Jalapenos Ingredients 1 - 26 oz can whole jalapenos 2 - 7 oz cans of tuna 2 oz chopped black olives 1 1/3 cup salsa 1 cup finely shredded Mexican mix cheese 1/2 cup mayonnaise
Directions 1. Drain liquid out of jalapenos. 2. Separate out carrots and onions. 3. Cut off tops of jalapenos, split lengthwise down the middle and remove seeds. 4. Soak jalapenos in bowl of cold water. Set aside. 5. Drain tuna. 6. Empty both cans of tuna into a mixing bowl. With a fork, break up tuna into fine pieces. 7. Thoroughly mix in salsa, olives, mayonnaise and cheese. Set aside. 8. Wash jalapenos several times by draining and running cold water. 9. Drain all water from jalapenos. 10. Stuff with tuna mixture. 11. Be sure to refrigerate whatever jalapenos you do not eat while making them. *Leftover tuna mixture makes excellent tuna sandwiches.
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Tim Connole – a Poway resident since 1975 – has a strong connection to Mexico; hence, his selection of a favorite stuffed jalapenos recipe for 92064 Magazine readers. “I built a beach house near San Felipe, Mexico, 28 years ago,” said Connole, a long-time Baja off-road enthusiast. “My wife Doreen and I spend half of our time each winter there, and we’ve learned how make several authentic dishes in that environment.” A retired real estate developer and general contractor, Connole and his wife, Doreen, have four children and six grandchildren. They enjoy flying, golfing, traveling abroad, fly fishing, gardening, woodworking and collecting (and drinking) wine. To finish off the stuffed jalapenos, Connole highly recommended a fine gold Tequila. ¢
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e’re there two or three times a week,’ said Joann Whetstein, explaining that husband Tony and their son, 7-year-old son Lee, are very enthusiastic about the Poway Midland Railroad, which is located at the park. “They have been volunteering for two years, since Lee turned 5. They take tickets and also drive the Trolley and Speeder trains.” So dedicated were Tony and Lee to their new volunteer opportunity with the railroad, they actually showed up an hour early on their first day. “Lee was anxious to start working in the trains,” Joann said. “He was so anxious, they just sat on a bench by the train waiting; Lee wasn’t about to miss his shift and was completely focused the whole time.” According to Joann, both Lee and his 4-year-old sister Lily are great ambassadors for Old Poway Park. “They will tell anyone what and when an event is going on – including strangers in line at the grocery checkout, and the parents of kids at the park,” she said. 92064 Magazine
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The Whetstine Profile Parents: Residence: Year Moved Here: Children:
Joann and Tony Whetstine Poway (since 2000) 2009 Lee, 7 (2nd Grade) Lily, 4 Pets: Shimmer, Shadow (cats)
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Joann – a self-employed Social Media Marketing Consultant, originally from San Diego – has more than 15 years of experience in corporate direct marketing, working for such companies as Anderson Direct Marketing in Poway (handling such clients as Boeing, Secure Horizons and Sun Microsystems). She worked for almost five years at Intuit as a marketing and affiliate manager, and for Vistage as a marketing director. Tony – owner of Poway Samurai Martial Arts, a traditional martial arts school focusing on the Samurai and Ninja arts, named Kobudo and Ninjutsu – has studied in both the U.S. and Japan with some of the most skilled martial arts instructors. He is also a member of the VFW in Poway, having served in the U.S. Navy during the first Gulf War. He devotes much time to his family, even serving as his children’s home-school teacher and participating in family outings. “We are always attending events in the Poway community such as the Old Fashioned 4th of July, the Train Song Festival and the Christmas in the Park, and Candyland at the Community Park, while it was still going,” Joann said. “We are at the Old Poway Park practically every weekend and helped the VFW with a Motorcycle Bike Run to raise funds to erect the Veterans Park.” And, of course, Tony believes volunteering in the community is very important. “He’s even studying the three-year course necessary to become a driver of the 100-year-old steam engine” that is operated by the PMR in Old Poway Park, Joann noted. No doubt, son Lee also will want to be part of that action as well. ¢
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PUSD Foundation Provides Critical Support to Schools and Students
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ince being conceived and organized in 2003, the Poway Unified School District Foundation has provided more than $1.7 million in critical funding to ensure the success of local students. “Our goal is to promote getting our students ready for college, career or trade after high school,” said PUSD Foundation President Toni Kraft. “We want them to be ready for life.”
Kraft stressed that the non-profit Foundation is necessary because it fills fundraising gaps for schools throughout the district. Its support is focused in three areas: ●● STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and math) Skills for all students. ●● College and Career Readiness. ●● Rigor, Relevance and Relationships
Supporting such a large district obviously takes a great deal of funding and sweat equity, so the Foundation currently holds two major fundraising events that bookend each year. In addition to a spring golf outing (which raised $50,000), a family-oriented event is scheduled Oct. 22 at Bernardo Winery. “We need a lot of imagination to pull these events together,” said Kraft, noting
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that the goal is to raise $35,000 at the October fundraiser. “We couldn’t do these things without the support of all the volunteers.” Kraft said the Foundation’s effectiveness can be seen in the many student activities and programs for which it provides funding and support: ●● Local, state and national competitions, such as DECA, Science Olympiad, and Robotics ●● Career Days and participation with industry partners, such as Women in Engineering; and field trips to Junior Achievement’s Biztown ●● College Fairs and career exploration programs ●● Student internships ●● Technology in the classrooms ●● Training and supplies for Project Lead the Way ●● And when transportation became an issue for the district, the Foundation formed TAKE (Transport All Kids Everyday) and made sure that all students who needed transportation were able to get to school. “Working hip-to-hip with site
foundations and the district is what we are driven by,” Kraft said. “But we will need to stay ahead of the curve and relevant within the world of foundations.” According to Kraft, additional support is needed for the Foundation. “We need people to get involved with the Foundation financially, and with their
energy. Don’t wait; get involved now,” she said. “These children are our future employees and future employers. We need to be sure they are well-educated.” For more information on the PUSD Foundation, visit www.powayusd.com/foundation, call 858-668-4041 or email antoinettekraft@sbcglobal.net. ¢
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USD Foundation urges residents throughout the Poway school district to attend the “Wonderland of Treats, Eats & Drinks”, scheduled for 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 22 at Vito’s Park at Bernardo Winery. The family-oriented 3rd annual Lifestyles INFOCUS fundraiser – which benefits the Foundation – includes special musical guests, unique foods, spa and holistic services, a silent auction, raffle drawings, activities for children of all ages, face-painting, balloon art and much more. Admission is $10 per person, with
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taste/drink tickets priced at $1 each. Primary sponsors include Café Merlot, Bernardo Winery, Poway Unified School District, Lifestyles INFOCUS, and JRC Print & Copy. The winery is located at 13330 Paseo Del Verano Norte in Rancho Bernardo. ¢ For more information on sponsorships, exhibitor booths, or event details, email info@lifestylesinfocus.com or call 858-668-2273.
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PowPAC, Poway’s Community Theatre, plans auditions for its December production at 7 p.m. Oct. 24-25 at 13250 Poway Road (upstairs in the Lively Center). Needed are a minimum of eight adults and five children who can act, sing and dance for “Mr. Scrooge and Mr. Dickens,” written and directed by Charles Carr. Headshots and resumes are appreciated, but not required. Performances will be on Fridays and Saturdays (7 p.m.) and Sundays (2 p.m.), Dec. 2-18. For more information, contact Carr directly at charles@carrfamily.com.
‘The Rainmaker’ Opens Oct. 21
Tickets are now on sale for PowPAC’s upcoming show, “The Rainmaker” – scheduled to run Oct. 21 through Nov. 20 at the Poway Performing Arts Theater. Performances are scheduled for 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday evenings, and 2 p.m. on Sundays. A classic romantic comedy, the Poway community theatre production is being directed by Mary Smith and produced by Lynn Wolsey. Written by N. Richard Nash, the story involves a paralyzing drought in the West, a woman whose family worries about her becoming an old maid, and a man who appears out of nowhere promising rain for $100 (with both rain and love eventually arriving). Katherine Hepburn and Burt Lancaster starred in the film version. To reserve tickets, email boxoffice@powpac.org or call 858-679-8085. The theatre is located at 13250 Poway Road.
Mini-Golf Tournament at Maderas Oct. 19
A Mini-Golf Tournament to benefit the One Small Voice Foundation is scheduled for Oct. 19 at the Maderas Golf Club in Poway. One Small Voice Foundation funds research for optic nerve hypoplasia and hydrocephalus. Donation is $30 per golfer or $100 per foursome in advance ($40 per golfer or $140 at the door), which includes food. Tee times available are 4:30 p.m., 5:30 p.m., 6:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Registration information can be found at www.sbsminigolf.com Maderas is located at 17750 Old Coach Road. More information on the organization is available at www.onesmallvoicefoundation.org.
Community Leadership Seminar Oct. 12
Poway Community Leadership Institute’s next seminar is 8:45 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 12, in the Poway City Council chambers, located at 13325 Civic Center Drive. A project of the Rotary Club of Poway, the goal of PCLI is to identify and train leaders for the community. Participants will learn how the city of Poway is run, how the health system works, and other details about local entities and businesses. Space is limited to 100 participants for the seminar. For more information or to register, visit www.powayleadership.org/PCLI/Welcome.html.
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St. Bartholomew Episcopal Church Preschool plans its 1st Annual Silent Auction and Fashion Show at 7 p.m. Nov. 4 at the church, located at 16275 Pomerado Road in Poway. The evening will include hors d’oeuvres, drinks, and live entertainment. Among the auction items: Tickets to local museums and events, restaurant gift certificates, salon services, family pictures, and many others. Tickets to the event are $15, and space is limited. For additional information, to purchase tickets, or to donate an auction item, contact Cindy Lewis at cjrlewis24@gmail.com or 760-896-4789; or Jennifer Nugent at ajcnugent@cox.net or 858-353-5346.
Poway Community Library’s Teen Battle of the Bands winner plans an encore performance 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 8 at the facility. Winner of the August competition was Scarlett Avenue, made up of Poway High school students Josh Dubois (vocalist and guitar), Gavin Crary (bass) and Christian Johnston (drums). Library officials indicated that friends, family and fans came out in force to show support during the final round of the August contest, which featured six bands competing for the grand prize of six hours of studio time and bragging rights for the next year. Breakdown took the second-place trophy, and Sleepless Specific placed third. Other notable bands that performed during the competition included Matt & The Damons, Emergency Shutoff, and Relentless. For more information on the encore concert, call 858-513-2900.
Poway Rotary Donates Backpacks
Rotary Club of Poway again handed out backpacks to need students attending a local school this fall. An annual tradition, the backpacks were filled with school supplies and delivered to Garden Road Elementary in Poway. The local civic organization also planned to distribute dictionaries to 3rd Grade students at Valley Elementary School this year. For more information, visit www.powayrotary.org.
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Torton Joins Poway’s Delta Design
Poway’s Cohu Inc. appointed Shay Torton as the new Senior Vice President of Operations of Delta Design Inc. Torton succeeds Thomas Lightner, who assumes the responsibility of Vice President of Quality. Torton has 20 years of experience in the semiconductor equipment industry, most recently as Senior Vice President, Worldwide Operations for Kulicke & Soffa, a leading supplier of semiconductor assembly equipment. Delta Design, also located in Poway, is the leading supplier of pick-andplace handlers and thermal sub-systems used in semiconductor Final Test, Burn-In, and System Level Test (SLT). Its 35 sales and service locations throughout the Americas, Asia, and Europe. “Shay is a great addition to the management team,” Luis A. Müller, Delta Design President said. “He has extensive knowledge of the semiconductor equipment industry and relevant experience in establishing and managing international operations. He will be instrumental in driving future improvements to Delta’s global operations. I look forward to working with Shay and Tom to extend our market-leading position in IC test handlers.” More information on Cohu, a public company located on Crosthwaite Circle whose shares are traded on NASDAQ, is available at www.cohu.com.
Phil Diiorio Band Wins Competition
Phil Diiorio Band won first place at the Poway Rodeo’s 2nd Annual Battle of the Bands competition Sept. 17 at a special event at the rodeo grounds. The blues jam band features Diiorio on vocals and guitar, David Hayden on bass and Bob “White Shoes” Bowley on drums. Runner-up in the competition was Full Circle Band, based in Poway. In the Poway Rodeo’s “So You Think You Can Sing” competition – which also concluded Oct. 17 – Jackie Foster, 15, of Poway won first place and the opportunity to sing the national anthem at the Saturday night performance of the rodeo. Marielena Teng, 16, of San Diego took second place and sang at the rodeo’s Friday night performance. Dayenna Garcia, 13, of Temecula, was third and sang at the Saturday afternoon rodeo matinee event. For more information, visit www.powayrodeo.com. L-R: Randy Chunchick, Micah Martin, Natalie Yacko, and Michelle Luce enjoy the music at the Poway Rodeo’s Battle of the Bands
MCAS Miramar Air Show Sept. 30-Oct. 2
The annual free air shows at MCAS Miramar are scheduled for Sept. 30-Oct. 2, featuring the Navy’s Blue Angels, the Navy’s super Hornet demo, the Marine Corps’ AV-8B harrier and other aviation exhibitions. Vintage aircraft are again a part of the displays at the event, along with demonstrations of the latest aviation technology. For additional information, visit www.miramarairshow.com.
Poway Softball Honors MCAS Marines Black Mountain Ballers Compete
Several Poway residents recently competed in the Triple Crown Softball World Series in Sparks, Nev. (near Reno). The PQ team – Black Mountain Ballers – was among 84 teams that competed in the tournament. Each of the teams played four pool games, which then seeded them into one of three brackets. The Ballers then played six bracket games and made the championship game in their bracket, eventually finishing in second place. The Ballers softball team has a roster of 12 girls representing nine different softball leagues in PQ, Poway, 4S Ranch, Santee, Carlsbad, San Marcos, Escondido, Temecula, and San Dieguito. More information is available at www.blackmtnsports.com.
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The Poway Girls Softball League (PGSL) honored local U.S. Marines from Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Miramar with the presentation of a shadow box for their community service during PGSL’s 19th Annual Summer Heat Classic Softball Tournament last summer. In September, PGSL President Scott Ludwin presented Lt. Col. Patrick S. McDoniel, Commanding Officer, Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron 11, with a shadow box filled with souvenir items from the tournament. “The Marines were a tremendous help during our four-day tournament,” said Ludwin. “They worked in the snack shack, grilled food, and prepped the fields before and after each game. With their help, the tournament was a huge success and we hope they will be back again next year.” Visit www.pgsladmin.org for additional information.
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President Scott Ludwin and Vice President Greg Schulte will lead the Poway Girls Softball League (PGSL) during its 2011-2012 season. Other board members selected include: Treasurer Todd Knapp, Player Agent Jenny Verbois, Secretary Desiree Kates, T-Ball Division Director Neil Schmidt, Rookie Division Director Eric Davis, Division 1 Director Tony Braun, Division 2 Director Kevin Mercer, Division 3 Director Eddie Chapman, Umpires Director Mike Pelchat, Equipment Director Sharon Ward, Publicity Director Dulce Dorado, Fields Director Doug Vick; Concessions Director Amy Dickerson, Website Director Larry Swarts, Awards/Pictures Director Rob Hirt, Activities and Service Chairperson Kim Segoria, and Sponsor/ Fundraising Chairperson Carrie Kowalski. “This year, one of our main goals is to further cultivate our players by offering free hitting, pitching, catching, and fielding clinics with professional coaches throughout the year,” said Ludwin. “In addition, we will provide more in-depth training to develop our volunteer parent coaches so they have the skill sets to succeed.” Also, early-bird registration for the Spring 2012 recreation season is scheduled for Nov. 12 to Dec. 22. Cost is $95 (6 years old and under) and $115 (ages 7-14). The season runs from late February through late April. To sign up, visit www.pgsl.org or email playeragent@pgsl.org.
St. Michael Fall Festival Oct. 28-29
St. Michael’s Catholic Church’s 6th Annual Fall Festival is Friday and Saturday, Oct. 28-29, featuring multiple types of ethnic cuisine, a beer garden, tasty desserts and lots of games and activities. Friday’s schedule is 4 p.m. to 10 p.m., with Saturday’s festivities beginning at 12 noon and continuing until 10 p.m. This year’s festival raffle prizes include a 2011 Toyota Prius, a Sony big screen television, an Apple iPad, an Apple iPhone and a Sony digital camera. Tickets are $50, with a maximum of 2,000 sold. For more information, visit www.stmichaelschurch-poway.org.
Emergency Corps Seeks Volunteers
Poway Neighborhood Emergency Corps seeks volunteers to represent 65 identified neighborhoods in the community. PNEC already has about 20 volunteer emergency coordinators signed up. Poway City Council liaison Merrilee Boyack is spearheading the effort. The vision is to organize community volunteers throughout Poway to provide emergency response to assist residents and business owners. For more information, call 858-748-6703, email maboyack@gmail.com, or visit www.powaynec.com.
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Street Beat at Poway Center Oct. 22
A high-energy explosion of urban rhythm, hip hop moves, virtuoso percussion and astonishing acrobatics are all a part of “Street Beat: A Theatrical Drum and Dance Show”, scheduled for 8 p.m., Oct. 22 at the Poway Center for the Performing Arts. Using household items, found objects and just plain junk for drums and percussion, Street Beat merges African, Cuban, Latin, West African and jazz rhythms for a show of remarkable theatricality – as thrilling to watch as it is to hear.
Tickets are $40 for adults and $10 for youths (under 18, with purchase of an adult ticket). Tickets are available at the Poway Center ticket office at 15498 Espola Road in Poway on Fridays (12 noon to 5 p.m.) and Saturdays (10 a.m. to 3 p.m.), by visiting www.powayarts.org or by calling 858-748-0505. Other shows planned for the season include: ■■ Nov. 19: Ricky Nelson Remembered, featuring Matthew and Gunnar Nelson. ■■ Jan. 21: BeauSoleil avec Michael Doucet, a Grammy Awardwinning Cajun band. ■■ March 5, 10: The Tortoise Versus The Hare, presented by the Missoula Children’s Theatre Project. ■■ March 23: Orchestra Nova, a fun and fresh approach to classical music.
Poway High Grad Wins Poker Title
Poway High School graduate and valedictorian Brian Rast won the $50,000 Poker Player’s Championship last summer in Las Vegas. Held at the Rio All-Suite Hotel and Casino, the event featured 128 players buying in at $50,000 each. Total net prize pool was more than $6 million – with a first-place prize of $1,720,328. A professional poker player now living in Nevada, Rast competed in a mixed game format played over five consecutive days against some of the best poker players in the world. Rast was also presented with his second WSOP gold bracelet. Three weeks earlier, he won his first victory in the $1,500 buy-in Pot-Limit Hold’em championship. Rast is the first and only player with multiple wins at this year’s World Series of Poker. Rast, 29, attended Stanford University before leaving to become a professional poker player.
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Simply Amazing!
New All-Natural Weight Management Program Targets Fat and Increases Energy
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ccording to Rick Micheri, one word describes a new and unique, all-natural weight management program now available locally, “Amazing!” And he should know. After allowing his weight to climb to over 310 lbs. and his health decline, the father of two young daughters knew something had to change...and fast. So he tried the same methods himself, dropping more than 70 lbs. on this program (see photos below). “I started as a skeptical and reluctant client,” said Micheri. “Within a short period of time I saw such great results that I approached the doctor to see if there was an opportunity to be more involved. A few months later we opened the Rancho Bernardo location of Amazing New Me in May 2010.” According to Micheri, Amazing New Me – a whole body naturopathic health center -- gets real results with a philosophy that utilizes all natural products and education. Utilizing the center’s weight loss program, clients reduce fat, increase energy and experience an improved sense of well being. “Most diets today focus on speeding you up and starving you. This is a dangerous combination.” said Micheri. “More often than not, you will lose weight (pounds) at the sacrifice of your lean body tissue (muscles) and water not fat loss. Once you stop eating and drinking their products and begin to
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eat normal foods, those muscle tissues will rebuild themselves, therefore gain weight back.” “This is where the Amazing New Me program is set apart from other diets,” Micheri said. “Our program reverses everything. We focus on reduction of fat inches and education to help you to keep it off. This program puts the patients’ bodies in what we call a state of release. The body will naturally release and metabolize about 2,000 calories of fats daily. This is key, as the body bypasses the lean body tissue – what normally is lost by other diet methods. Our patients’ bodies, instead, target the adipose fats (fat layer below the skin) for calories and nourishment. As these fats are reduced it is noticeable more quickly. Your clothes will tell you everything Simply put, the combination of Amazing New Me’s all-natural supplements and an adjusted diet allows the body to burn fat and use this fat as nutrients, he said – which in turn feeds the individual. Even though the patient is consuming between 500-1,000 calories daily, their body is now releasing and metabolizing additional calories from their fat. “That is why our patients are not hungry, have plenty of energy and feel a sense of well-being while on the program,” according to Micheri. . Our most popular programs are a 70-day, (two-cycle) and 150-day, (four-cycle) program.” Micheri points out that typical weight loss during EACH cycle is 7 to 25 lbs., depending upon the individual’s body structure, eating habits, and activity level. “Each cycle is 25-30 days of fat loss, with a two-week maintenance period separating each cycle,” Micheri said, noting that there are three products taken during the weight loss cycles: First is the oral spray, which is taken twice daily (morning and night). Patients keep the product by their bed, applying three sprays under the tongue when they awaken and when they go to bed. The second component is a professional grade sublingual B-12. Patients take 10 drops once daily in the morning. Third is a once-daily supplement capsule taken with breakfast, which assists in appetite control and provides a small amount of energy (many patients often stop this supplement as they progress in the program and appetite control no longer is an issue). A unique part of our program is how each cycle begins for patients. “The first two days of each cycle, you get to binge or splurge or ‘pig out’. We want you consuming 1.5 to 3 times your normal daily caloric intake,” he
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‘We believe teaching proper eating habits and portion control along with our program is the best approach to achieve long-term results.’ ~Cyndi Keech, Amazing New Me said. “This abundant ‘satisfied state’ is the first part in shocking your body out of its existing plateau point. The holidays are great for these binge days” Day three of the cycle is the trigger point and the start of the weightloss process. “All you eat are fruits, preferably apples, pears and berries. And no more than eight portions total, which brings the day’s caloric intake to about 500,” according to Micheri. “After that, we recommend 5-7 small meals throughout the day for the rest of the cycle, trying to maintain a daily calorie total never below 500 and not to exceed 1,000” Each cycle then ends with the two week maintenance period, allowing the patient’s body to set a new “zero point” – referring to where the body sets its natural plateau to be maintained. “It’s important to remember that 5 lbs. of fat is a large volume off your body,” he said. “You will see your body melt away and shrink faster than you see pounds come off.” The 70-day (two cycles) program normally is $599, but Amazing New Me’s current Promotion has the program priced at only $349 – or only $5 per day, for all supplements and consultations throughout the program. The 150-day (four cycle) program is the best value at only $4.00 per day. ¢ 858-521-9332 Call for a FREE consultation www.AmazingNewMe.com 16885 W. Bernardo Dr., Suite 230 San Diego, CA 92127
Frequently-Asked Questions About the Weight Management Program
Amazing New Me’s Rick Micheri answered some frequently-asked questions about the center’s weight management program:
Is the program safe?
Yes, your body uses nutrients stored in the adipose fat deposits for additional nourishment. There are no unnatural or synthetic ingredients, no accelerants that speed you up or make you feel shaky or uncomfortable.
How long does it take to see results?
Most clients are astonished in the first two weeks. They can’t believe how quickly their bodies are shrinking.
What is the average weight loss for the program?
The average male patient can lose one pound of fat a day. The average female patient can lose ½ to 1 pound of fat a day.
Will I feel hungry?
No, our products cause the body to use nutrients stored as fat to “feed” you, so you don’t feel physiological hunger. In the beginning days, the low calorie diet may trigger cravings or mental hunger because the body is removing toxins. If this occurs, the program provides an all-natural appetite control capsule.
Will I regain or rebound my weight?
Our program targets fat reduction which is less likely to return. You only restore fat by a continuous overeating over consecutive meals, allowing your body to have surplus calories to store as fat.
Am I required to exercise to see results?
No, it is not required. Although it can improve results, we ask to limit exercise to non-strength building (such as cardio, walking, swimming, stretching, yoga) during each of the weight loss cycles. facebook.com/92064magazine
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an Diego Co. Sheriff’s Department is the chief law enforcement agency in the county. With almost 4,000 employees – both sworn officers and professional support staff – the department provides general law enforcement, detention and court services to an area covering approximately 4,200 sq. mi. A Poway sheriff’s station first opened in 1972. Today, the Sheriff’s Department
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Lieutenant A.J. Giammarino and Captain Mike Hernandez of the Poway Sheriff’s Station
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with Poway Sheriff’s Station Capt. Mike Hernandez
92064 Magazine: What is the biggest challenge about
92064 Magazine: What is the history of the Poway
being a law enforcement officer today in Poway?
Sheriff’s Station?
Hernandez: There are many challenges today for law
Hernandez: The first Poway station went into service
enforcement. Doing more with less, given shrinking bud-
in 1972, with the official opening on Jan. 5, 1973. City of
gets, keeping up with the technology front for increas-
Poway incorporated in December 1980 and selected our
ingly clever criminals, and getting our crime prevention
department over San Diego Police Department for ser-
methods out to everyone ensuring our community under-
vice, according to a Los Angeles Times article dated May
stands that a low crime rate does not mean “no crime”.
1981. The old station was located on Pomerado Road
With respect to being a deputy, keeping up on the myriad
just south of Poway Road. The building is still there, but
of ever-changing laws and ensuring our personnel con-
occupied by different businesses. Looks like the depart-
duct business in a manner that keeps the public and our
ment started with 10 deputies. Now there are 46 of us that
deputies safe.
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I am very proud of our department and the deputies serving the community of Poway. It’s gratifying to know we have such hardworking and dedicated deputies serving our community.’
Sheriff’s Department Seeks Local Citizen, Senior Volunteers San Diego Co. Sheriff’s Dept. actively seeks individuals to provide volunteer support at the 4S Ranch Sheriff’s Substation, 10282 Rancho Bernardo Road. Both Citizen Volunteers and Senior Volunteer Patrol participants are sought, both providing an opportunity for local residents to be active in their community and use their spare time to help make the community safer for everyone. Citizen Volunteers may be of any age over 18, and perform a wide variety of office support functions. These duties are essential to the efficient operation of the sheriff’s substation, helping the deputies to protect the public. Volunteers will work closely with a group of dedicated law enforcement personnel to help them perform their duties. Senior Patrol Volunteers must be 50 years of age or older, and perform a wide variety of functions for the Sheriff’s substation, including enforcement of disabled parking violations, traffic control, patrol vacation checks, and making home visits in support of the YANA (You Are Not Alone) program.
are part of the sworn ranks. The current station went into
92064 Magazine: How do crime statistics at the Po-
service in 1998.
way Sheriff’s Station compare to the other stations in the department throughout the county?
92064 Magazine: What or who inspired you to get into
Hernandez: The Sheriff’s Department contracts to pro-
law enforcement?
vide law enforcement services with nine of the 18 incor-
Hernandez: While attending college I was contacted
porated cities within the County of San Diego. Of those
by a Sheriff’s recruiter who thought I would be a good
nine cities (Del Mar, Encinitas, Imperial Beach, Lemon
candidate. He provided me a ride-along, and mentored
Grove, Poway, San Marcos, Santee, Solana Beach and
me through the hiring process. After seeing the way he
Vista), the City of Poway had the lowest crime rate for
carried himself and his interaction with the community, I
the period January through June 2011 with 13.02 FBI
knew I wanted to be in law enforcement.
Type 1 crimes per 1,000 residents. Historically the City
92064 Magazine: What is the general explanation of how the relationship works between the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department and the City of Poway, regarding law enforcement? Hernandez: The City of Poway contracts for services provided by the Sheriff’s Department. The City has always been very supportive of the Sheriff’s department – we have an excellent relationship. 92064 Magazine: What is the most rewarding part about being a law enforcement officer today in Poway? Hernandez: The ability to make a difference in the community. It’s always rewarding to find a lost child, to help someone out of a bad situation, or to remove a dan-
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DID YOU KNOW? San Diego County’s first Sheriff was Agoston Haraszthy, who: • Was elected in 1850, when Millard Fillmore was President of the United States. • Had responsibility for a county of 42,000 sq. mi. and a population of 791. • Hailed from the Hungarian Royal Family, holding the title of Count • Built the first cobblestone jail in what is now Historic Old Town. Two years later, the famous Judge Roy Bean (“the law west of the Pecos” in Texas) became the first inmate to escape from the jail. • Later gained fame as the “Father of the California Wine Industry” in the Napa-Sonoma area today known as Buena Vista. Source: www.sdsheriff.net 92064magazine.com
DID YOU KNOW?
Though never a San Diego County Sheriff, famed Old West lawman Wyatt Earp arrived in San Diego in the late 1880’s as a hired gun. He later opened a gambling hall just prior to 1900, on the site of what is now Horton Plaza downtown. Source: www.sdsheriff.net of Poway has had the lowest or one of the lowest crime
cannot do this job alone and the extra eyes and ears of
rates among the nine contract cities. While this is still
our community are a great resource.
true for the first half 2011, a comparison of the first six months of 2010 to the first six months of this year saw a
92064 Magazine: What’s the best advice for resi-
6 percent increase with 20 more crimes reported in 2011
dents in the area serviced by the Poway Sheriff’s Station
than the same time period in 2010.
to protect themselves and their property from crime? Hernandez: Avoid complacency. Burglars tend to
92064 Magazine: What types of calls are the most
be opportunists. Leaving homes or vehicles unsecured
prevalent for the sheriff’s department to receive from
is an invitation for burglars. Also, remove anything of
residents of Poway?
value from your vehicle.
Hernandez: Twenty-five percent of the calls to the Sheriff’s Department from the residents of the City of
92064 Magazine: What special programs and out-
Poway are incomplete phone calls, followed by alarms
reach does the Sheriff’s Department provide schools in
at 11 percent. There were 1,047 alarm calls the first
the Poway area?
six months of 2011. Of those, only 16 resulted in a
Hernandez: We have an excellent relationship with
crime case. While a number of these alarms may be
the Poway Unified School District. Our specific pro-
false alarms, there is no way to tell how many of them
grams include Start Smart, child and neighborhood
actually did their job and scared burglars away. Traffic
safety, bullying, the proper use of 911, and avoiding
related calls – such as reckless driving, speeding, and
drugs. We also work with first time youth offend-
DUI – is the third most prevalent, comprising 8 percent
ers with the Diversion Program. The Poway Station
of all calls. This is followed by Suspicious Activity (7
employs a crime prevention specialist who is avail-
percent), when residents call to report that “something
able to help with the creation of neighborhood watch
just doesn’t look right.” Disturbance (i.e. arguments,
groups, give crime prevention information, promote
loud parties, etc.) calls rate fifth on the list at just over 6
the crime free multi-housing program, and etc. More
percent. Burglary is 10th on the list of most prevalent
information about this vital resource can be found at
calls, comprising only 3 percent, and is the only FBI
www.sdsheriff.net/co_crimeprevention.html.
Type 1 crime in the top 10. Almost half of the burglary calls are thefts from vehicles. The easiest way
92064 Magazine: Does the Poway Sheriff’s Station
to prevent this type of crime is to not leave valuables
need volunteer assistance from local residents?
in a vehicle.
Hernandez: Yes. The San Diego County Sheriff’s Senior Volunteer Patrol program is designed to draw
92064 Magazine: What is the biggest crime issue in
upon the experience of senior citizens from our commu-
Poway today?
nity. The men and women participating in the Poway
Hernandez: Driving under the influence of alcohol
Station’s program provide valuable assistance to exist-
and possession of drugs account for most of the arrests
ing staff as it strives to increase the quality of life in the
in our community.
community. These dedicated volunteers provide many valuable services to the community. Volunteers are al-
92064 Magazine: What’s the single most important
ways in need. If interested, please call 858-513-2855.
thing a Poway resident can do to assist the Sheriff’s
The Poway Station also employs a number of reserve
Department in preventing crime?
deputy sheriffs. These deputies wear the same uniform
Hernandez: Be a good witness. Most people are
as our paid deputies and perform many of the same du-
keenly aware of their neighborhood, including any
ties. It is yet another way people can volunteer to give
suspicious persons or activities. We encourage the citi-
back to their community. Visit www.sdsheriff.net/vol-
zens of Poway to report any suspicious activity in their
unteerreserves.html for details. And the Explorer pro-
neighborhood, including descriptions of the persons or
gram is also available for young adults, ages 16 through
vehicles. Recently, thanks to a witness who called the
20. Visit www.sdsheriff.net/explorers.html for details.
Sheriff’s Department to report someone unfamiliar to her neighborhood, we were able to close several bur-
92064 Magazine: What else do you want us to know
glary cases. Deputies contacted the suspicious person/s
about you, the Poway Sheriff’s Station, or the San
and found they were in her neighborhood committing
Diego Sheriff’s Department?
vehicle burglaries. Upon further investigation, they
Hernandez: I am very proud of our department and
were able to link the suspects to other burglaries in
the deputies serving the community of Poway. It’s
Poway and San Diego. If not for the actions of this
gratifying to know we have such hardworking and dedi-
concerned citizen, an arrest may not have occurred. We
cated deputies serving our community.
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San Diego Co. Sheriff William D. Gore Profile William D. Gore assumed office as the 29th Sheriff of San Diego County on July 3, 2009, and was elected to his own term in Nov. 2, 2010. He oversees the department’s nearly 4,000 employees and an annual budget of over $579 million. Sheriff Gore previously served as Assistant Sheriff of the department’s Law Enforcement Services Bureau and as the Undersheriff to former Sheriff Bill Kolender. From those posts he led the department’s initiative to address Indian Gaming, expanded the Sheriff’s air operations to include two fire-fighting helicopters and the Department’s crime lab DNA operations. He spearheaded the creation of the Regional Terrorism Threat Assessment Center (RTTAC). Sheriff Gore’s law enforcement career spans nearly 40 years. He spent 32 years in the FBI, where he rose to the level of Assistant Director. He served as Special Agent in Charge (SAC) of the Seattle and San Diego Field Divisions, where he implemented the FBI Cyber Crime Squad and Joint Terrorism Task Force. He played a significant role in establishing the San Diego Regional Computer Forensics Laboratory, the first of its kind in the United States. After retiring from the FBI and before joining the San Diego Co. Sheriff’s Dept., Sheriff Gore served as Special Advisor and Chief Investigator to the San Diego County District Attorney. Sheriff Gore is a member of the San Diego County Police Chiefs’ and Sheriff’s Association, board member of the San Diego Crime Victims Fund and the California Peace Officers’ Association (CPOA), and a member of the San Diego Rotary Club. He has been the recipient of numerous awards and commendations including the Arthur E. Hughes Career Achievement Award from his alma mater, University of San Diego (2002). He was selected as “Headliner of the Year” by the San Diego Press Club (2001). President Clinton designated him as a Meritorious Executive in Senior Executive Service (2000). Sheriff Gore, a San Diego native, holds a Master’s degree in Public Administration from Seattle University and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from the University of San Diego. Sheriff Gore’s family is rich in law enforcement experience. His father and older brother were a part of the San Diego Police Department and his middle brother was a San Diego County Deputy Sheriff. His wife was one of the first female FBI agents in the United States. Sheriff Gore and his wife, Natalie, have a grown son who lives in Arizona. Source: www.sdsheriff.net
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( Hit the Trail! ) Riders of all ages participated in the annual Poway Trail Ride in September
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Motorhead Madness Poway’s 10th Annual Classic Car Show in September benefitted Soroptimist International of Poway
Cameron and Emma as Snoopy and Woodstock at Motorhead Madness, and a variety of sights and classic vehicles.
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Street Party in Poway Thousands strolled along Midland Road in September for the annual Poway Days Festival
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Thousands strolled along Midland Road in September for the annual Poway Patriotic Parade
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Wranglers Encourage All To Have Fun, Get Fit and Be Square By JENNIFER SOUSA
n American institution, square dancing is alive and well in San Diego County – thanks to the Wranglers. It all started in 1973 when nine couples completed a square dancing class, and then decided to start a club so that others could join in the fun. “The group first met and danced at the Westwood Club in Rancho Bernardo,” said Don Carnahan, co-president of the The Wranglers Square Dance Club with wife Barbara. “Thus the club is officially chartered as the “Westwood Wranglers.” Although Square Dancing has been around since the early settlers came to New England, it has changed a lot over the years – with popularity fading out for a time, then revived in the 1930s by Henry Ford. Today, the Wranglers maintain the tradition, with 45 members from Poway, Rancho Bernardo, Rancho Penasquitos and 4S Ranch. “The Wranglers club is a fun and friendly group of people who regularly host dances, visit other clubs (there are five other square dance organizations in North San Diego
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County), and sponsor classes,” said Carnahan. “It’s a great, safe place to meet new people and have fun. In fact, we recently had two single club members get engaged at a square dance.” Carnahan also noted that square dancing is a proven way to reduce high blood pressure and get a good cardio work out. Wranglers’ regularly offers classes for beginners and for those who want to renew their dancing skills. Although the current class – for both couples and singles – began in September, newcomers with square dancing experience are welcome to begin while the class is in progress. With instruction by accomplished dance “caller” Ray Holmes, each class is 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Wednesdays at Rolling Hills Elementary School, located at 15225 Penasquitos Drive. The dress is casual and the first class is free (and $5 per week thereafter). For more information, visit www.TheWranglers.org or contact Don and Barbara Carnahan at 858-748-7657 or carnahan5@cox.net. ¢
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All About Me
Medical Day Spa: The Focus is All About the Patient
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ll About Me Medical Day Spa is a shared dream offering personalized medical skincare treatments for both men and women of all skin types – and a focus that’s all about the patient. Owned and operated by a team of medical care professionals, All About Me provides affordable medical and non-medical skin care, including massage, facials, waxing and other services. “Our staff really makes us unique,” said Heather Barlow, All About Me’s manager. “We have a staff that truly cares about our patients and their needs. Our nurses and doctors have advanced esthetic training, as well as the estheticians. Our staff is professional and genuine.” The medical day spa facility, located at 12889 Rancho Penasquitos Blvd., opened in 2005 and offers a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere – nothing too fancy. “Our staff is friendly and we like to think of our patients more as family members than customers,” Barlow said. “No one will find another medical spa in San Diego that makes them feel more welcome. We have fun at All About Me!” Conveniently located just off Interstate 15 and Highway 56 in Rancho Penasquitos, All About Me offers a wide variety of services and treatments – many available at very affordable rates thanks to regular monthly and daily specials. “Our main goal is to be affordable, and meet the needs of each individual patient,” said Barlow. “We strive to provide a fun and caring atmosphere – because it’s all about you, the patient.” All About Me’s staff is dedicated to combining that warm and relaxing environment with powerful treatments for face and skin rejuvenation, laser treatments for varicose and spider veins, hair removal, Botox, Restylane and Juvederm injections and customized cosmetic and anti-aging skin care services. Plus, All About Me is one of the few spas in San Diego that offers the Fraxel Re:Store and the Fraxel Re:Store Dual treatments, providing “remarkable results 44
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and minimal patient downtime.” In addition to the numerous services and treatments, All About Me also has an extremely knowledgeable staff that continue their education at every opportunity. “They are well-trained in a variety of products that we offer, including Epicurean facial – often described as a non-surgical facelift,” Barlow said. “This treatment works wonders on all skin types.” Whether it’s chemical peels, microdermabrasion, permanent make-up, body wraps or acupuncture, All About Me’s team of professionals provides “top shelf, yet reasonably priced” skin services to men and women in all walks of life who want to look and feel their best. “At All About Me…it is “ All About You!,” Barlow said. “Our staff’s biggest reward is seeing superb customer satisfaction and great results.” ¢ All About Me Medical Day Spa is located at 12889 Rancho Penasquitos Blvd. in San Diego 92129. For information, call 858-538-8699, email allaboutmemedispa@sbcglobal.net, or visit www.allaboutmemedispa.com.
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After 50 Years, Poway Valley Garden Club Still Vibrant
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oway Valley Garden Club celebrated its 50th anniversary in September, fitting with this year’s theme of “Poway Valley Garden Club is Golden”. Established in 1961, the club’s goal was to promote an interest in gardening and related creative activities – as well as to encourage the improvement and beautification of the community and personal property. Fifty years later, the club is still going strong through community service, annual events and monthly meetings. The club provides a variety of community services. Throughout the year members maintain three community gardens. The Rose Garden at Lake Poway was started in 1973 and today showcases 45 rosebushes of various types and colors. It is also the site of a Blue Star Memorial. The Nelson House Period Garden, started in 2003, dem-
onstrates how a 1900 turn of the century garden may have looked in Poway. The newest garden, the Statuary Garden at Templars Hall, features California native planting demonstrating minimal water usage. Another community outreach project the club participates in is providing fresh flower arrangements to local public libraries and senior centers on a weekly basis. And, as part of a conservation project, some of the money raised by the club goes to “Pennies for Pines”, which supports the Cleveland National Forest Reforestation Project. The club is involved in several annual events in the community, as well. The first and foremost is the “Standard Flower Show and Plant Sale”. The club puts on this annual event with both horticultural and design entries. There is also an educational booth and often a children’s activity. The show is
judged by certified judges and prizes are awarded. It is a free event and the public is encouraged to participate. Along with this is the club’s annual giant plant sale with a variety of bargains. The club also participates annually in December Nights, where the club joins other district garden clubs in alliance with the San Diego Floral Association in decorating a Christmas tree in Balboa Park. Each club decorates a tree in accordance with the theme for that year. Another annual event is Christmas in the Park, where the club sponsors a booth at Old Poway Park. The club meets at 9 a.m. monthly on the second Wednesday of the month, September through June, at Templars Hall in Old Poway Park. ¢ This article submitted by Ann Dahnke, on behalf of the Poway Valley Garden Club.
Poway Valley Garden Club Profile Purpose: To promote interest in gardening and related creative activities and to encourage improvements and beautification of our community and personal property. Meetings: Second Wednesday of the month (September through June) at Templars Hall in Old Poway Park. Business meeting begins at 9:30 a.m.; program begins at 10:30 a.m. Website: www.powayvalleygardenclub.org Phone: 858-672-2593 Email: powayvalleygardenclub@hotmail.com
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How the Middle Class Lived? At a Glance Location:
Sikes Adobe Historic Farmstead
Website:
www.sdrp.org
Address:
12655 Sunset Drive, Escondido, CA 92025 (East of the I-15, south of Via Rancho Parkway on Sunset Drive)
Hours:
Tues., Thurs., Saturday – 10 -1 p.m. Sunday – 10 - 4 p.m. (and by appointment)
Phone:
760-432-8318
Email:
sikesadobe@sdrp.org or anne@sdrp.org
Tours & Activities:
Docent tours available during regular hours. With a reservation, tours include activities for visitors (schools, adults, scouts, etc.) that reflect the social and economic conditions of a farmhouse of the 1880s, such as doing laundry, use of stereopticons, practicing manners in the sitting room, gardening, creating toys, sewing, making lavender wands, etc.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Become a docent and step into the past. Individuals are needed who either know or are willing to learn any of the tasks that supported a small farm (building a chicken coop, plow a small field, plant a garden, “put up” preserves, sew clothes, make signs, paint , tec.). Assistance is also needed to plan events, develop programs and raise funds.
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an you imagine living in an 1880-era farmstead in Southern California? The Sikes Adobe Historic Farmstead provides visitors the opportunity to peek into the world of Inland North County’s earliest American farmers to settle in the state after statehood was achieved. Located just off Interstate 15 near Lake Hodges at the gateway to the San Pasqual Valley Agricultural Preserve, the Sikes Adobe is a registered City of San Diego Historical Landmark and a part of the 55-mile San Dieguito River Park that extends from Julian to the Pacific Ocean. Built in 1870, the Farmstead features one of the oldest structures in the county. It sits on a 5.7 acre parcel at the head of the Mule Hill Trail, and consists of an adobe and wood frame structure, originally constructed by Zenas and Eliza Sikes as a dwelling on their wheat farm of 2,400 acres. “The Sikes Adobe is representative of the growth of California which followed the Gold Rush and October | November 2011
statehood in 1850,” said Anne Cooper, Sikes Adobe Museum Manager. “The Farmstead is significant today because it is a rare example of a middle class pioneer farm family’s dwelling. As a historic site it also presents the opportunity to interpret the last quarter of the nineteenth century as it was experienced by that family’s members.” The process of historic research and restoration of the Farmstead began in 2002 (when it was owned by the City of San Diego Water Dept.), and the fully restored farmhouse opened to the public in January 2004. The San Dieguito River Park’s volunteer docents provided tours of the house on the weekends. Furnishings in the house were minimal at the time of the October 2007 Witch Creek Fire, which burned the meticulously restored house to the ground – except for the adobe walls. “In February 2008, the San Dieguito River Park purchased the Farmstead,” Cooper said. “With the help of Federal Emergency Management Administration funding – which 92064magazine.com
covered stabilization of the remaining adobe walls – and insurance…the house was restored and reconstructed a second time. A reopening celebration was held June 26, 2010.” Visitors enter a six-room late-Victorian farmhouse with period furnishings, complete with an exhibit room that includes the Sikes family history, artifacts recovered at the site, and information on the nearby town of Bernardo (which now is covered by Lake Hodges). “Docents are available for background history and to answer questions,” Cooper said. “Guests can open our stove, try out furniture in the sitting room, sit at a writing desk, try their hands at a wash board and wash tub, operate a sewing machine treadle, rock in a rocking chair, build a tower with blocks, view a short video on the restoration and post-fire reconstruction of the farmhouse, and more.” Other activities occurring at the Farmstead include the North San Diego Certified Farmers’ Market, which is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sundays; a Valentine’s Day Tea; a Spring Social, and other events. School groups are welcome, and workshops are conducted periodically on such things as beekeeping and candle-making. In addition to encouraging people to visit the historic Farmstead, Cooper indicated she seeks both financial support to expand the activities and continue the research and site investigation – and volunteers to continue the restoration and serve as site docents. The Sikes Adobe Historic Farmstead is open to visitors 10 a.m.-1 p.m. on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday; and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on Sunday (and by reservation for groups). More information is available at www.sdrp.org. To schedule a school outing, volunteer or make a donation, contact Cooper via email at anne@sdrp.org, or by phone at 760-432-8318 or 619-884-1170. ¢
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Authentic Takhrai Thai Focuses on Enjoyable Dining Experiences Takhrai Thai At A Glance Owner: Nikki Bubpha Year Opened: 2005 Address: 12265 Scripps Poway Parkway #116-118, Poway, CA 92064 Website: www.takhrai.com Phone: 858-549-1848 Hours: M-Th, 11am-3pm; 5-9pm Fri, 11am-3pm, 4:30-9:30pm Sat, 11am-9:30pm Sun, 12-9pm
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pecializing in authentic dishes to suit any taste, Takhrai Thai offers an intriguing and varied menu, a soothing ambiance, and a warm, welcoming attitude. “We treat our customers as guests in our home with friendly service and delicious food,” said owner Nikki Bubpha. “And we try to expose our guests to Thai culture through our exquisite food and special events. For example, earlier this year, we featured Thai musicians and dancers performing at the restaurant. We also had a large display of our famous carved fruits (to resemble beautiful, colorful flowers).” Conveniently located in Poway at 12265 Scripps Poway Parkway #116-118, Takhrai Thai focuses on providing excellent service in an upscale – yet familyfriendly – atmosphere. “Our inspiration was to serve authentic Thai cuisine to the busy working people in the area, and make the restaurant a great destination for a “date night” any day of the week for the 92064 and surrounding communities,” said Nikki, noting that guests are greeted at the front door with decorations imported from her native Thailand. “The décor is traditional Thai, but with a modern feel. The fountains and music provide a soothing atmosphere to enjoy our delicious food.” Superb service begins with Nikki, a hands-on owner who actually cooks in the kitchen to ensure the food meets her high standards for taste and preparation. “Takhrai Thai offers an array of musttaste items – such as the Satay Chicken (grilled, marinated chicken breast tenders served with peanut sauce and cucumber dip); Crispy Calamari (fried Thai-style with sweet and spicy dipping sauce; Black Mussels (sautéed with garlic and basil curry sauce), and a wide variety of delicious soups,” she said. “In 48
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addition, our Green Papaya salad, Yum Nuah (beef salad) and Yum Ta-Lay (chilled mixed seafood salad) are a few of our popular Thai salads.” Nikki specifically mentioned that Panang curry – a mild yet flavorful curry in coconut milk with bell peppers, carrots and topped with kaffir lime leaf, as the most popular curry dish at the restaurant; and the Phad Thai noodles, a dish that tickles diners’ tastes buds with thin flat rice noodles, stirfried with bean sprouts, eggs and topped with crushed peanuts. The extensive menu also includes a variety of unique beef and seafood entrees. Takhrai Thai – opened in 2005 – features a large wine list, a special children’s menu, and a selection of party trays for special events and affordable catering services, Nikki said. A busy mother of a 5-year-old daughter, Nikki holds a Masters degree in finance and worked as an assistant vice president for Goldman-Sachs and GE Capital in her native Thailand before moving to San Diego and starting her restaurant career 15 years ago (her first restaurant, Lai Thai, is a popular spot in National City). According to Nikki, though, her top priority is ensuring that all guests enjoy their visit to Takhrai Thai. “I want to ensure that everyone has an excellent, enjoyable dining experience,” she said. ¢ Takhrai Thai is located near the Scripps Poway business parks and the residential neighborhoods of Scripps Ranch, Poway and Sabre Springs at 12265 Scripps Poway Parkway #116-118. Call 858-549-1848 or visit www.takhrai.com for information. Special Advertising Section
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Poway’s Family Campout The popular Family Campout Series – a joint venture between Lake Poway and Blue Sky Reserve – took place in June, July and August, providing campers with interpretive programs, pedal boating and night hikes. photos by Zeena Gregg Photography
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Something for
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North County Soccer Park Offers Leagues, Camps, Training and More!
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or 25 years, North County Soccer Park has provided San Diego’s families and adults with a fun, recreational arena soccer facility operated by a dedicated staff. “North County Soccer Park has become an icon in the soccer community,” said NCSP Owner Dave Brennan. “People tell me all the time how much they enjoy playing here. When I tell people I am with NCSP, I often hear personal stories about how their children grew up on our fields. As of this year, we have over 18,000 children on record of having played with us.” Brennan said at times during the year, the facility has as many as 180 teams of adults and children playing every week. Besides the league games there are 340 students in our youth classes. NCSP offers three different kinds of soccer fields to play on, providing league play opportunities in all age groups – plus soccer and baseball classes for youths. And, according to Brennan, it is the only facility in San Diego County to offer Lil’ Kickers soccer and Lil’ Sluggers baseball classes. Lil’ Kickers is a national program and is recognized as America’s leader in introducing young children to the sport of soccer. Classes start for children as young as 18 months old and
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continue up to 9 years old. The Lil’ Sluggers baseball classes are nearly identical in structure, but with the games and activities focused on throwing, batting, fielding and running the bases for children ages 2-6 years old. Brennan noted that NCSP is a privatelyowned facility, and not operated by a city or athletic department. “I feel that we have more class and league offerings, better service, and lower prices than any other sports facility in San Diego County,” he said. The North County Soccer Park’s primary customers are families in the communities of Poway, Rancho Bernardo, Penasquitos, Scripps Ranch, Escondido, and Ramona. “Within those families, we offer programs for young children as young as 18 months in the form of parent/child soccer and baseball classes. Toddlers through 9 year olds can still be in classes but with Mom and Dad on the sidelines taking pictures, enjoying a coffee and socializing with other parents,” Brennan said. “For 4-11 year old children, we have weekly 4v4 soccer leagues on the mini-field. For the 11-14 year olds, they can play in either a 3v3 format on the mini-field or a 6v6 one on the stadium field. There is even a dynamic 3v3 high school league for 15-17 year olds.” Brennan noted that adults come to NCSP for the fun and the competition. The soccer park offers men’s, women’s, and co-ed leagues six nights a week. There are adult beginner leagues where no score or standings are kept and competitive leagues with a championship game, October | November 2011
League Champs shirts given out, and a team picture taken for a wall plaque with a copy made for every player on the roster. Open seven days a week, NCSP has a busy concessions area, and a plasma TV with cable so patrons can watch soccer while waiting for the game to start. “We offer a clean environment with working and well-maintained equipment – as well as a trained, dynamic staff that wants to see you and your family every week,” Brennan said. NCSP also offers fun birthday parties for only $5 per child – and a popular, weekly youth soccer camp three times a year. And NCSP is a strong supporter of the United States military and their families. “Active military families are offered deep discounts in their registration fees. We thank them for their service! Also, the NCSP is a great place for military commands to bring in teams for competition and camaraderie,” Brennan noted. ¢ North County Soccer Park is located at 14530 Espola Road, Poway, CA 92064. Call 858-748-4260 or email fun@ncspsoccer.com, or visit www.ncspsoccer.com.
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Puppy Love Dedicated Poway Volunteer Carries His Dog 5,800 miles… And Counting!
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oug Johnston cares for his dog, Murphy. He also carries his dog, Murphy. A lot. “I actually carry Murphy on my back in a fireman’s hold,” said Johnston, 53. “I began this over five years ago when I chose to prove to myself that I could carry Murphy to safety in the event of an injury during our many and frequent hikes.” Though Johnston planned only carrying the 8-year-old, 65-pound Labradoodle once, Murphy liked it so much that he immediately learned to feign weariness on outings to secure another ride. “So I began keeping a log of these free-rides and, so far, have carried Murphy on my back for more than 5,800 miles,” said Johnston, a Poway resident who works as a Solutions Consultant. “I could have carried him from Los Angeles to New York and half-way back across the country again. In fact, most people in Poway and surrounding areas are more familiar with Murphy being on my back so, when he is on the ground, they kiddingly come up to me to verify whether he is the same dog they normally see on my back.” Johnston and Murphy typically are sighted at Lake Poway (or other parks in the community), where they are members of the Reserve Park Rangers K9 Unit. “Over four years ago, Doug Smith, Senior Park Ranger, approached Murphy and me at Lake Poway,” said Johnston, a 14-year Poway resident originally from Canada. “He had known us for a short while as we crossed paths frequently during our regular hikes. He asked me if we would consider coming on board as a K9 Unit for the Reserve Park Rangers. It sounded like a perfect fit for us and so, we
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joined the program, went through a grueling Park Ranger Academy.” In addition to their park responsibilities, the Johnston and Murphy also spend time as part of the Pet Therapy team at Scripps Memorial Hospital and the Naval Medical Center San Diego (in Balboa Park). “I am particularly inspired by the friendship and generosity extended to Murphy and me by our wounded warriors at NMCSD. As you all know or can imagine, our heroes have and continue to pay an incredible price for our country, our freedom and the future of so many others,” he said. “I can’t tell you how many times, when visiting our wounded service men and women – before I could extend my hand to say thank you for their service – they extended their’s to say thank you to Murphy and me. With all that we’ve seen over the years in our hospital visits, those moments are some of the most memorable.” Though Johnston indicated the pair have experienced many exciting and dangerous moments as part of their park responsibilities, he feels his biggest accomplishment is being available to people. “When we’re not purposefully enforcing rules and regulations, Murphy becomes a very approachable and memorable soul – which encourages many people to come over and talk to us,” he said. “We listen intently to their stories and difficulties they are facing in their lives. At the end of the day, if we can make even the smallest positive change in someone else’s life, that’s what I’ll carry with me forever.” According to Johnston, the end result is that he and Murphy have a great opportunity to give back to their community. “Many times, people just are going through hard times and just need someone to talk to,” he said. “We patrol regularly all over Poway for public health and safety and make family and the welfare of children our top priority.” But it’s not all work for Murphy. “Each day, he and I spend a few hours stalking and chasing rabbits and squirrels around some of our favorite places,” Johnston said. “I can remember one recent moment when Murphy stared at a squirrel for nearly an hour. I held that leash and remained motionless for the entire time, not wanting to spoil his special moment.” ¢
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Wildfire Season Here Again by SUZY-BETH SARVER
What Residents Need to Know To Protect Property and Family
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n a busy stretch of West Bernardo Drive amid the towering pine trees is a plaque that bears a simple message: “Thank you San Diego Fire Fighters 2007.” This is a daily reminder to many who travel this road on what was lost and how much was saved. Unless you were hiding under a rock in San Diego County, you remember exactly where you were on Oct. 21, 2007. It was a day that began like many other Sundays in San Diego County. But as the winds picked up a smell of burning timber permeated the air. A serious situation was unfolding in the East County, and it had a name — the Witch Creek Fire. “I remember we were out by the pool enjoying a beautiful Sunday afternoon and by 2 p.m. the ash started to fall,” recalled 4S Ranch resident Janice Karr. “By 9 p.m. that evening, it looked like a snowstorm outside with continual ash falling -- and in the wee hours of the night, less than 12 hours later – I was banging on doors and alerting residents to evacuate.” The Witch Creek Fire developed rapidly that Sunday night, and by Monday morning it had engulfed portions of North Poway and Rancho Bernardo as it jumped west through Lake Hodges and across I-15. A wall of fire headed toward the Westwood neighborhood and took little mercy as it raged through brush and surrounded homes in a matter of minutes. “One minute I was in bed sleeping, the next I was trying to get my wife and daughter into the car and find my keys,” recalled Frank Smith of Rancho Bernardo. “It happened so fast, I went to bed around 11 p.m. watching the story on the news; I never thought it would affect our neighborhood.” Families fled, some with little more than the clothes on their backs. Local streets soon became congested and other areas completely shut down. By Monday morning almost the entire I-15 and SR-56 Corridor had been evacuated. Qualcomm 54
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opened up as a makeshift shelter. Thousands of residents were displaced. With such a back story, residents should consider a number of tips and suggestions on how to prepare for the threat of wildfire prepared by the Rancho Santa Fe Fire Protection District, the Poway Fire Department, and the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department (after all, October is Wild Fire Awareness Month): How to Prepare Your Home • Keep gutters, roofs and eaves free of any dead branches, leaves, pine needles or other debris.
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• Create 100 feet of defensible space surrounding your home. Plant fire-resistive trees and plants around the first 50 feet of the structure. • Keep all branches and any native vegetation at least 10 feet from rooftops, chimneys and outdoor barbecues. • Firewood should be kept at least 30 feet from any structure. • Thin out overgrown vegetation by at least 50 percent and all dead plant material should be removed. How to Prepare Your Family • Prepare an evacuation checklist. In the event of an evacuation, what items would October | November 2011
you need to take? Consider medications, important paperwork, cash, contact phone numbers, precious keepsakes, photos and any jewelry or other valuables. Have a family plan. If you have to evacuate and members of the family are not at home, where is the family to meet? Keep a full tank of gas for your vehicle. Have cash on hand. Listen to local radio reports on where to find shelter for yourself and your pets. Pack a first aid kit. Keep enough food and water for three days per person. Remember your pets. Bring their food, water, medication and supplies
How to Prepare for Your Safety • Wild fires are unpredictable. They can jump two homes or five homes. A wild fire can travel blocks at a time. • Do not wait until the last minute to evacuate. • Follow instructions given by your local police and fire department. • Have an alternative route planned in the event your plan is impassable. • If you are caught in a firestorm, do not panic; find a swimming pool or body of water and remain. ¢
For more wildfire Information: 92127 (4S Ranch and other areas): Rancho Santa Fe Fire Dept. www.rsf-fire.org. 92064: Poway Fire department www.poway.org 92127 (portions), 92128, 92129, 92131: San Diego Fire-Rescue Dept. www.sandiego.gov/fireandems 92064magazine.com
Ambassador Troop Active in Community, Learning New Skills By LORI LUM
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etsy Morris, the group leader of Poway’s Ambassador Girl Scout Troop 8269, has a unique perspective on scouting. “When people think about Girl Scouts, they think of those cute little Brownies out selling cookies,” Morris said. “And for many girls, that’s where scouting ends.” But the young women in Morris’ group are an exception. Currently, the troop members include one high school senior, 17 juniors, and three sophomores, spread out over four area high schools. Many people have only heard of the more common program levels such as Brownies and Juniors, but Troop 8269 is classified as Ambassador level because most of the girls are in 11th and 12th grades. The troop originally formed at Tierra Bonita Elementary with eight 1st graders. Since then, it has continued to grow. Six of the eight original members still participate, and new members are typically girls who have recently moved to the
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area or those whose current troop is disbanding. Of course, being in high school means that the girls in this troop are very busy with their extracurricular activities and studies, but they still come together several times a month as scouts. The result is not only beneficial to the girls, but also to their community.
Perhaps the troop’s mission states it best. Their goal is, “to give back to our community, to learn how to live in our world, and have fun doing both.” This past year, they served dinner at Father Joe’s Villages, made holiday packages for the teens at San Pasqual Academy, participated in the 24-hour Relay for Life, and
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ran a dance for younger girls. They have also learned skills such as car care, CPR and first aid, and video production. In conjunction with their commitment to community service, some of the girls have chosen to pursue their Gold awards – the highest award a Girl Scout can earn. Right now, two members of the troop (Mary Beth Dato and Madeline Haff) are carrying out approved projects, and 12 more are in the process of developing their proposals. According to its members, one thing that makes the troop so special is its leadership – with scouts Rachel Prince and Dato speaking highly of Morris in this regard. “She organizes everything, comes up with brilliant, creative activities for us to experience, and encourages us to become better people along the way,” they said. For more information on the troop, contact Morris at 858-722-4784 or betsmorris@gmail.com. ¢
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So What’s All the Fuss About Credit Scores? Originally, credit scores were developed using a mathematical model created by Fair Isaac Corporation in the 1960s – with many revisions, updates, and improvements since then. Today, the three major credit bureaus are Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion. Lenders use the credit scores received from these agencies to evaluate the risk associated with lending money to borrowers. Higher scores represent a lower risk, and result in better pricing on the loan for the borrower. These scores tell the lender the likelihood of the borrower defaulting on the loan within the next 12-24 months. The score is comprised of five factors: Payment history, amounts owed, length of credit history, types of credit used, and new credit (to include inquiries). The calculation on the score includes: ● 35 percent of the score is related to how borrowers pay their bills. A 30-day late is hugely detrimental to an individual’s score, as well as paying a collection that is more than two years old. ● 30 percent of the score is related to managing the debt. For example, consolidating all credit card balances to one card will lower the score, since balances should be kept at less than 50 percent of the card limit (and less than 30 percent of the limit for at least three months prior to applying for a home loan). ● 15 percent of the score is length of credit history. Closing unused cards or cards with higher rates decreases your score. ● 10 percent of the score involves the mix of credit. Having three-to-five credit facilities, with at least a two-year history is optimal to establish sufficient history – and a mix of types of credit cards also matters. ● And lastly, 10 percent of the score is new credit, to include inquiries. Whether inquiries are soft (such as an online inquiry personally handled to check credit) or hard (such as one conducted by a bank) can affect scores. Inquiries do lessen credit scores, and consumers should understand that pre-approved credit card offers are not really pre-approved. ¢
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Jeri Winberg has lived in San Diego since 1977, in North County since 1986. She has been working with clients and Bank of America for 27+ years making financial sense out of their mortgage dollars.
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Beds Baths Est SF
Price
Address
July 16 thru Sept 15, 2011 Beds
Baths
Est SF
Price
15158 Jenell St
5
2
1722
399,000
16374 Woodson View Rd
3
2
2100
645,000
13961 Eastern St
3
2
1400
375,000
12698 Footman Ln
4
3
3390
630,000
14918 BRIDLESPUR
4
3
1753
395,000
14413 Sandhill Rd
4
3
2583
692,500
13414 Aubrey St
4
2
1628
412,000
12908 Camino Del Valle
3
4
2537
765,000
13457 Cayuga Dr
3
2
1558
400,000
12361 Mesa Crest Rd
5
3
3099
685,000
13209 Tobiasson Rd
4
2
1472
395,000
13215 Fred Dr
4
4
3383
675,000
15211 Hesta St
5
2
1344
399,900
12665 Rockrose Ct
5
4
2715
677,500
12825 Oakfield Wy
3
2
1621
430,000
13760 Calle Seco
3
4
3146
740,000
12644 Avenida De Espuela
4
2
1454
410,000
13037 Pomard Way
4
3
2551
687,500
14612 Poway Mesa Rd
4
2
1605
350,000
14044 HIGH SIERRA Rd
3
2
1671
714,000
13816 Wayland Grove Ct
4
2
1676
437,000
15009 Hat Creek Rd
4
3
2942
765,000
13832 Olive Grove Pl
3
2
1344
420,000
13746 Paseo Bonita
4
5
3905
730,000
14026 Twin Peaks Rd
4
3
2333
472,500
15676 Oakstand Rd
4
3
3740
865,000
14063 Mazatlan Wy
4
2
1822
465,000
16203 Martincoit Rd
4
3
3145
822,500
15417 Espola Rd
4
3
1773
445,000
13059 Camino Del Valle
5
4
3050
860,000
12729 Via Sombras
3
3
1851
450,000
16610 Sagewood Lane
4
4
3290
830,000
13040 Decant Dr
3
2
1895
497,900
15774 Riparian Rd
4
4
3324
880,000
12627 Kaitz St
5
3
3305
515,000
11772 Treadwell Dr
4
4
3316
940,000
13424 Orange Blossom Ln
3
3
1795
475,000
13072 Camino Del Valle
6
4
3842
931,000
14129 Los Nietos Ave
3
2
1710
513,000
14755 High Valley Rd
4
5
5182
1,067,000
17226 Merlot Pl
4
2
2156
515,000
13892 San Sebastian Wy
5
4
4916
1,000,000
12294 Old Stone Rd
3
2
1890
525,000
17070 Butterfield Trl
4
4
3432
1,075,000
13606 QUIET HILLS DRIVE
5
3
2287
545,000
13547 Highlands Ranch Rd
4
4
4621
1,275,000
14688 Brookstone Dr
3
2
2033
579,000
14429 Harvest Ct
5
5
4800
1,550,000
14431 Ortez Pl
4
2
2058
565,000
14944 Huntington Gate Dr
5
5
5826
1,750,000
13732 Rostrata Rd
4
2
1949
615,000
18180 Old Coach Dr
4
5
7400
2,007,500
15925 Wild Holly Ln
4
2
2352
655,000
(complete list of homes sold in 92064 at www.92064magazine.com)
Information considered reliable, but not guaranteed. Please check with a licensed real estate professional for more information. Not all sales are listed.
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CHILDREN’S EVENTS
10/13
10/2
Read to a Furry Friend
1 pm
10/16
Read to a Furry Friend
1 pm
10/19
Pajama Storytime
6:30 pm
11/13
Read to a Furry Friend
1 pm
11/27
Read to a Furry Friend
1 pm
10/4
Teen Action Council
4 pm Help out at the library and receive community services credit. Snacks served.
10/15
Concert by Lisa Sanders 2 pm Award winning San Diego singer, songwriter, and recording artist.
10/22
Art Talk on the Spanish Masters
10/29
Folk Music Concert by Ross Moore 2 pm Originally from Kentucky, Moore is a student and performer in the American folk music tradition.
11:30 am A vigorous dance-exercise workout. Bring water and wear workout clothes and shoes.
11/5
Exotic Bird Show
Teen Sugar Skulls 4 pm Decorate traditional Mexican sugar skulls. All supplies provided and snacks served.
10/19
Teen Online Book Club
10/25
Teen Halloween Party
11/10
10/27
4 pm Play games, have treats, and win prizes at the teen- only Halloween party.
Author Visit and Book Signing
7 pm Young adult book authors Holly Black, Karen Healey, Malinda Lo, Cindy Pon, and Greg Van Eekhout.
2 pm In conjunction with exhibit at San Diego Museum of Art.
11/4 & 11/18 Zumba with Azi
10/11
10 am
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TEEN EVENTS
Gentle Yoga with Helena
11/19
12 pm – 3 pm Local bird fanciers display and discuss a dazzling array of tropical birds. Photographs and gentle handling allowed.
Gentle Yoga with Helena
10 am
Concert with Coco and Lafe
2 pm
Bring a mat or blanket.
Folk duo tours nationwide.
11/24 – 25
All Day Thanksgiving Holiday Closures
Eight weeks of Harry Potter 4 pm Every Thursday features for a Harry Potter Movie
RECURRING EVENTS
11/1
Teen Action Council
Saturdays
Read to a Furry Friend
10:30 am
Mondays
123 Storytime
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Mondays
Bouncing Babies & Books
4 pm
Tuesdays
Preschool Storytime
10:30 am
Wednesdays
Tweensday (Grades 3-5)
4 pm
First Tuesdays
Scripps Performing Arts Toddler Storytime 10:30 am
10/6 - 11/17
4 pm Help out at the library and receive community service credit. Snacks served.
11/8 Teen Glass Etching 4 pm Decorate a glass jar to use as a candle holder, vase, or pencil holder. 11/15
Teen Book Club
4 pm
11/29
Teen Video Game Day
4 pm
Book of the month discussion.
ADULT EVENTS 10/1
Practice SAT Test for11th and12th graders
10 am Call the library to reserve a spot: 858 513-2900
10/7 & 10/21 Zumba with Azi
11:30 am A vigorous dance-exercise workout. Bring water and wear workout clothes and shoes.
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