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92081 MAGAZINE NOVEMBER+DECEMBER

ON THE COVER 10

STUDENT STAR Maggie Ross

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VISTA GIRL SCOUTS

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FACES IN THE CROWD Leonard Finkel

FEATURES

18 COURAGE AND CONFIDENCE Local Girl Scout programs have been building up girls of strength and character for over 100 years. We chat with Rancho Vista Service Unit Manager Chris Simmons and Vista Service Unit Manager Jessica Zamora about how Vista Girl Scouts are learning to be the leaders of tomorrow.

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WOMEN WHO WILL

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FALL FUN FESTIVAL

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WOMAN’S CLUB OF VISTA GFWC PRESIDENT HONORED

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COUPLES IN BUSINESS

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SMALL BUSINESSES GIVE BACK

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IN OUR OWN BACKYARD

Gems of La Costa

Neighborhoods’ Winter Lights

DEPARTMENTS 8

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

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SPORTS ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TASTE BUDZ

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OUT & ABOUT PHOTOS

Vista Girl Scouts

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COMMUNITY STUFF

Cover photo by Alicia Jeanne Photography

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REAL ESTATE WATCH Jessica Breaux

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LIBRARY CALENDAR

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EVERYTHING HOMEZ

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VOL. 3, NO. 6

FROM THE PUBLISHER

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Oh, to Be Young Again!

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hen I published my first community magazine, our oldest daughter was in the eighth grade. Our son was in kindergarten, and our youngest daughter hadn’t yet started school. The strange thing is that it feels like 2009 was just yesterday. Fast forward, and our oldest daughter is now a senior in college, our son is an eighth grader, and our youngest daughter is in seventh grade.

As you know, I often write about time flying by. This past weekend marked another milestone for the Breaux household. Ashley, our oldest daughter, celebrated her 21st birthday!

Much to our surprise, Ashley invited us to go out with her group of friends on her special night in downtown San Diego. After repeatedly asking her if she was sure about having her parents tag along, my wife and I reluctantly agreed to go (along with another lifelong friend of ours that Ashley refers to as Aunt Wendy). We needed another adult from our generation for moral support.

The group started at a count of 15 people. We all had dinner at a restaurant downtown before Ubering to the first club.

The intentions were to stick around for a little while and then head out. That plan didn’t work out so well, as we ended up staying for the duration of the evening.

The night was filled with a variety of emotions. I was observing our baby girl in her adult environment for the very first time. Although we were very much interacting with the group, at times I felt like a fly on the wall – silently observing and taking in the entire experience. She was having a great time Derrick and his daughter Ashley circa 2005. Time flies! with her close friends, laughing, dancing, and celebrating. More of Ashley’s friends kept arriving. Some arrivals were clearly unexpected and a special surprise to her. The entire situation touched our hearts. There was one common theme – everyone was there to celebrate with her on her special day.

It was at that moment that I realized our baby girl was grown up.

Although some may see it as unconventional, we had a great time celebrating with our daughter and her friends that night. I would like to give a special thanks to Ashley’s friends for being such an important part of her life and enthusiastically welcoming us old people into their circle.

I still don’t feel like I’m a “grown up” yet. In many aspects, I still feel the same way that I felt when I was a teenager. But make no mistake about it, watching my baby girl turn 21 years old definitely puts me one step closer in my search to feel grown up. Oh, to be young again…

All the best, Derrick Breaux, Publisher

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San Marcos Girl Scouts provides opportunities for local girls to learn and lead through recreation, community service, and lifelong friendships.

GOOD NEIGHBORS

The Buck family promotes service and recreation in San Elijo Hills.

LEARNING FOR THE FUTURE

Kent Meyer teaches children about the Internet of Things.

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92024 MAGAZINE BEYOND BOTANY Join us as we speak with San Dieguito Garden Club President Niketa Patel to find out how the club uses its love and talent for gardening to benefit the local community.

92130 MAGAZINE GROWTH IN EDUCATION

Join us as we chat with Pacific Trails Middle School Principal Mary Anne Nuskin about how the school supports and nurtures students going into its third year.

92067 MAGAZINE FOR LOVE OF THE GAME

RSF Youth Soccer maintains its local roots and takes pride in building character and skill in 92067’s young athletes, all while having fun.

DEL•SOL MAGAZINE BEAUTIFYING DEL SOL

Del Mar Garden Club President Candace Kohl and Solana Beach Garden Club President Katie Pelisek share about their organizations’ deep roots in their local community.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

things to do in 92081

NOV E M B E R + D ECEMB ER 2 017 NOVEMBER

DECEMBER

BREWFEST

GARDEN OF LIGHTS

NOV. 4

A night of great fun and cold craft beers to raise money for the Boys & Girls Club of Vista sports programs 5 p.m. | Boys & Girls Club Vista www.bgcvista.org

NOV. 11

VETERANS DAY KIDS IN THE GARDEN CLASS Cotton and Weaving Pre-registration required; email farmerjones@altavistagardens.org 10 a.m.

Alta Vista Botanical Gardens www.altavistabotanicalgardens.org

NOV. 18

DIAMOND BALL 2017 An evening of comedy with Dana Carvey 5 p.m. | Omni La Costa Resort & Spa www.tricityhospitalfoundation.org

NOVEMBERFEST A fun-filled event to benefit Alta Vista Botanical Gardens and Lions Charities Must be 21 or older to attend 12 p.m.

Alta Vista Botanical Gardens www.altavista botanicalgardens.org

DEC. 7

DEC. 2 – 23; 26 – 30 San Diego Botanic Garden is transformed into a dazzling winter wonderland with more than 125,000 sparkling lights 5 – 9 p.m.

San Diego Botanic Garden www.sdbgarden.org

MOONLIGHT ANGELS AUXILIARY’S HOLIDAY LUNCHEON Benefiting the Moonlight Cultural Foundation Cost: $35/person 11 a.m. | El Camino Country Club For details and reservations call Carol Lightner at 760-734-4444

DEC. 10

DEC. 2

WEDNESDAYS

KIWANIS SUNRISE VISTA 7 – 8:15 a.m.

Rancho Grande Restaurant www.kiwanisclubofsunrisevista.org

THURSDAYS

VISTA SUNRISE TOASTMASTERS 6:45 a.m. | Arcadia Place 276.toastmastersclub.org

VISTA CHRISTMAS PARADE

VISTA HISTORICAL SOCIETY CHRISTMAS PARTY

1ST FRIDAYS

The 59th Annual Vista Christmas Parade 1 p.m.

Historic Downtown Vista Village www.vistachamber.org

Entertainment, treats, and a visit from Santa 2 p.m.

Park Terrace Cafe Gloria McClellan www.vistahistoricalsociety.com

Come enjoy finger food lunch followed by a horiculture report and gardening program 12 p.m.

Gloria McClellan Senior Center www.vistagardenclub.org

DEC. 3

DEC. 12

HANUKKAH BEGINS

SOROPTIMIST INTERNATIONAL OF VISTA

DEC. 24

Monthly business meeting; check website for program meeting dates 12:10 – 1:10 p.m. | ServPro Office www.soroptimistvista.org

31ST ANNUAL HOLIDAY HOMES TOUR Tour four beautiful homes decorated for the holidays and the historic Rancho Buena Vista Adobe.

A benefit for the Kare for Kids Fund.

10 a.m. – 4 p.m. www.vistacommunityclinic.org/events

CHRISTMAS EVE

DEC. 25

CHRISTMAS DAY

VISTA WINTERFEST Carriage rides, a living nativity, holiday entertainment, shopping, and more 12 – 6 p.m. | Downtown Vista www.winteriscomingtovista.com

NOV. 23

THANKSGIVING DAY

DEC. 26

KWANZAA BEGINS

DEC. 31

NEW YEAR’S EVE

ONGOING EVENTS TUESDAYS

VISTA HI-NOON ROTARY CLUB 12 p.m. | Hyatt Place Hotel www.vistahinoonrotary.org

VISTA GARDEN CLUB

2ND FRIDAYS

NORTH COUNTY COMMUNITY DANCE Meet new people and enjoy a social dance with a live band Admission: $4, includes refreshments 2 – 4 p.m.

Gloria McClellan Senior Center www.cityofvista.com

SATURDAYS

VISTA FARMERS MARKET Local, certified organic growers with in-season produce 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. | North County Regional Center www.vistafarmersmarket.com

YOGA IN THE GARDEN

TUESDAYS

ROTARY CLUB OF VISTA 5:30 p.m. | Hyatt Place Hotel www.rotaryclubofvista.org

Class on the reception lawn behind the garden house 10 – 11 a.m. | Alta Vista Gardens www.altavistabotanicalgardens.org

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S P O R T S R E G I S T R AT I O N & A N N O U N C E M E N T S BASEBALL OPEN PLAY AT THE PARK All open play activities are subject to change and/or cancellation due to field reservations or renovations Monday – Friday 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Luz Duran Park or Vista Sports Park www.cityofvista.com

RBVLL 2018 Spring registration now open www.rbvll.org

FITNESS POSITIVELY FIT CLASS (50+) Focuses on balance and flexibility Tuesdays and Thursdays 9:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m.

Azalea Room of the McClellan Senior Center www.cityofvista.com

FRISBEE GOLF FRISBEE GOLF COURSE NOW OPEN AT BRENGLE TERRACE PARK Maps and discs for rent or sale at Pro-Shop in the concession stand Pro-Shop Open Thursday – Sunday 7 a.m. – Dusk Brengle Terrace Park www.cityofvista.com

TENNIS WOMEN’S TENNIS CLUB

ZUMBA ZUMBA FITNESS CLASSES

New players invited to experience double league play on weekday mornings 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 p.m.

Brengle Terrace Park Call Kim Crawford at 760-726-1340, ext. 1571

Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays: 6 – 7 p.m.

Saturdays: 9 – 10 a.m.

Jim Porter Recreation Center Dance Studio www.vistarecreation.com

YOUTH AND ADULT TENNIS (13+) SOCCER OPEN PLAY AT THE PARK All open play activities are subject to change and/or cancellation due to field reservations or renovations Monday – Friday 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Luz Duran Park or Vista Sports Park www.cityofvista.com

Learn basic strokes in a fun and supportive group lesson. Come with a racquet and an unopened can of balls.

5:30 – 6:30 p.m.

Brengle Terrace Park Register online or at the Vista Recreation Office www.vistarecreation.com

VISTA STORM SOCCER SPRING 2018 REC SEASON Registration Now Open www.vistasoccerclub.org

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S T U D E N T S TA R

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Maggie Ross Looks Forward to New Challenges at UC Davis

by JENNIFER FRAKES | photo by Alicia Jeanne Photography

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or Maggie Ross, embarking on a new journey as a college freshman at the University of California, Davis was exciting and a little bittersweet. “I am excited to pursue my goals and meet new people. Davis has such an accepting and amazing atmosphere, allowing me to feel at home while trying not to miss Vista, my family, and my friends too much,” related Maggie.

As ASB president at Rancho Buena Vista High School (RBV), Maggie truly made the most of her high school experience. She oversaw all ASB activities and events, including dances and football games. “Attending all the events was always so much fun and I wouldn’t trade those times for anything.

High school was a great way to become more comfortable with myself while creating relationships and gaining an education,” revealed Maggie. In addition to her duties as ASB president, Maggie was also involved in PTSA and Best Buddies and served as captain of the varsity volleyball and basketball teams.

“Best Buddies was one of the most fulfilling organizations to be a part of, and I highly recommend that students become involved if they can. Also, being an athlete was a huge part of my high school experience. Sports have definitely helped to make me the leader and friend that I am today,” said Maggie.

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Maggie Ross RBVHS & UC Davis Volleyball, the beach, reading, card and board games Brengle Terrace, Peppertree, RBVHS, Urbn Pizza, Vista Library, my house

Prior to beginning her freshman year at UC Davis, Maggie received several scholarships and awards for her dedication and hard work as a leader at RBV, including scholarships from The Woman’s Club of Vista and the Washington-Lincoln Laurels for Leaders. She was also awarded the Vista Optimist Foundation Scholar Athlete Award. According to Maggie, she is honored to have received awards from such prestigious organizations.

Throughout her high school career, Maggie thoroughly enjoyed spending quality time with her friends and family and could often be found relaxing at the beach. Although Maggie misses her hometown, as well as cherished family and friends, she is excited about the new opportunities offered at UC Davis. “I’m not exactly sure yet what I want to do after I graduate, but with my biomedical engineering major, I know I will be able to help improve and save lives. It is my goal to positively impact research and knowledge in my field,” stated this outstanding student leader. ¢

Women Who Will

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BRINGS STORIES THAT INSPIRE TO VISTA photos courtesy of Vista Chamber of Commerce

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or the second year in a row, the Vista Chamber of Commerce hosted their one-day conference to inspire, educate, and elevate Vista’s community of women in September. Titled Women Who Will: The Power & Purpose of Phenomenal Women: Stories that Inspire, Educate & Elevate!, the event brought accomplished women Kristin Fade, Margaret Lampkin, and Dr. Raj Pallai, Ph.D. to share their stories. The speakers also educated attendees on building communication skills, leadership strategies, and working with different personality types.

“Our speakers shared leadership content that will apply to any woman at any stage of life. We know women re-interpret their lives many times, so this was a great chance to re-focus and evaluate life. By drawing together as a community and sharing stories, we learn from each other, gain motivation from each other’s perseverance, and elevate each other to endless possibilities,” said Amber Ter-Vrugt, Chair of the Vista Chamber of Commerce.

“It is an honor for us to support and encourage women that want to make a difference in their communities and their workplaces,” said Bret Schanzenbach, CEO of the Vista Chamber of Commerce. “Helping women succeed and assume leadership positions is a core value of the chamber.” To learn more visit www.vistachamber.org. ¢

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If there’s one thing that North County residents enjoy more than the beach, it’s the various cuisine, beverages, and sweet treats throughout San Diego.

Here, we offer a taste of some local flavor.

ON TH E MAP

Join the Boys & Girls Club of Vista

FA R E & F E S T I V I T Y

on Nov. 4 for a night of craft beers, food, and fun to raise money for

Vista Beer Run

sports equipment

Did you know Vista is the Microbrewery Capital of the US (on a per capita basis)? Local runners matched their passion

and expenses for the Middle School

F H ‍ פ‏s

for running with their

& Recreational Athletic Programs.

thirst for craft beer at the

Tickets are $45/person or $75 for

Inaugural Vista Beer Run

two, and $60 at the door. Admission includes a ight of six ďŹ ve-ounce

Half Marathon and 5K in late October in Buena

tastes. Must be 21 or older to attend.

Vista Park. Participating

Visit www.bgcvista.org for details.

breweries included Aztec Brewery, Barrel Harbor, Prohibition Brewing Co., Booze Brothers, Ebullition Brew TA S T Y T R E N D S

Works, and BattleMage Brewing Company.

Thanksgiving is a time to gather with family and friends and enjoy a meal together. If you don't feel like cooking

Giving Thanks

this year, treat yourself to a delicious Thanksgiving

dinner at one of several North County restaurants like 28 West,

Ramen

This Japanese noodle soup is quickly gaining popularity in the culinary world. With its flavorful broth, noodles, and toppings like sliced meat, boiled egg, dried seaweed, scallions, and sprouts, ramen is the perfect way to warm up this winter. Next time you're craving a hearty bowl, try out one of the

Argyle Steakhouse, Sbicca, or

many ramen shops that have

Pamplemousse Grille.

popped up throughout San Diego.

Have Tasty News?

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photos by ART LOGAN

he Alta Vista Botanical Gardens 9th Annual Fall Fun Festival brought in over 500 visitors including over 65 student volunteers from Vista High School, Guajome Park Academy, Rancho Buena Vista High School, North County Trade Tech, and Vista Magnet Middle School. Local community organizations such as the Woman’s Club of Vista, Miss Pride of Vista Lions, Amigos de Vista Lions, and the Trash Talkers all came together to contribute to the fun and activities for the day, including the scarecrow contest, face painting, entertainment by Vic Moraga and Tanya’s Dance students, decorating pumpkins, and more. The Fall Fun Festival is a community tradition that nurtures Vista’s connection to nature and their fellow citizens every year. To learn more visit altavistabotanicalgardens.org. ¢

A World of Hope

JUDY PANTAZO HONORED AT THE GFWC INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION

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he Woman’s Club of Vista GFWC President Judy Pantazo was recently honored with the Heifer Hope Award at the General Federation of Women’s Clubs (GFWC) Convention.

The award, created

by Heifer International in 2014, goes to a member of GFWC who goes above and beyond to further the mission of Heifer International, a global nonprofit working to eradicate poverty and hunger through sustainable, values-based, holistic community development. As the fourth recipient of the award, Judy is recognized for empowering the women around her to work toward a more hopeful world.

Judy’s support of Heifer International goes back almost 40 years.

She supported bringing hope to those who are in need around the

world, providing animals to farmers – mostly women – throughout the world to bring them and their families out of poverty. Heifer gives them the opportunity to become self-reliant in their world simply by giving them an animal and some training and leaving the rest up to them. This teaches them and their children the necessary skills of self-survival, business, and life all rolled up in one animal.

After joining The Woman’s Club of Vista GFWC in 2012, Judy served as first vice president, promoted various club projects, collected and organized members’ volunteer hours, and wrote narrative reports. In 2015, Judy encouraged the club to support Heifer International and has lead the committee in its many fundraising efforts for the organization since then. For more information on Heifer International visit www.heifer.org. ¢ November | December 2017 • 92081 MAGAZINE.COM • 13

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1. Six members of GFWC Contemporary Women of North County (CWONC) served a homemade dinner to current residents at Solutions for Change. 2. Enjoying crafts in nature at Alta Vista Botanical Gardens. Photo

by Art Logan. 3. ZCode Media graphic designer Shari and associate editor Lainey enjoy a Friday evening at the Bernardo Winery. 4. The Woman’s Club of Vista welcomes new member Vanessa Clark, and celebrates their new evening section, “The Night Owls,” who meet first Wednesdays at 6 p.m. 5. Don and Nancy B Jones enjoyed Europe including the Basilica of the Sagrada Familia by Gaudi in Barcelona during September.

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Scripps Hospitals Ranked First in San Diego

The Hub of RBV

The combined programs of Scripps Green Hospital and Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla were recently ranked No. 1 in the San Diego region, No. 6 in California, and among the best in the nation in eight specialties on the U.S. News & World Report’s annual Best Hospitals list. The U.S. News rankings recognize the nation’s top 50 out of 4,658 hospitals that excel in treating patients with the most challenging healthcare needs. Scripps La Jolla and Scripps Green hospitals were also designated as high-performing in several other areas and achieved the highest possible score on performance treating nine relatively common adult procedures and conditions. “Ranking No. 1 in San Diego and among the best in the nation is the result of the hard work of our physicians, nurses, and staff who focus every day on always getting better,” said Chris Van Gorder, President and CEO of Scripps Health. “While we are deeply honored by this recognition, it’s really our patients who are the winners because they have access to outstanding healthcare right here at home.”

Rancho Buena Vista High School Library hosted A Night with Author Julia Walton in early October.

Seventy attendees, including students and community members, listened while Julia read from her young adult book, Words on Bathroom Walls. Student questions sparked a discussion about writing, college courses, a writer’s life, the workings of the publishing world, and her inspiration for stories. Julia, a 2004 graduate of RBVHS, signed copies of her book and chatted with students following her presentation. New RBVHS Librarians, Ranae Mathias and Jennifer Mahoney, were excited to be able to present this event to the community and highlight a local author to the Rancho Buena Vista High School students. The library is the hub of the school, serving approximately 2,200 students per day from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Call to Artists The City of Vista’s Public Arts Commission has released a call to artists for entries in a public, temporary sculpture exhibit titled Kites Over Vista. The goal of the exhibit is to promote art in Vista, and to brand Vista as a home to a significant and dynamic collection of public artwork. Up to six artworks will be selected through a juried competition conducted by the City’s Public Arts Commission. The selected artists will agree to loan the artwork to the City for a minimum of 12 months with ownership rights remaining with the artists.

All models are due to the Vista Civic Center by 5 p.m. on Jan. 22 and the winning proposal will be chosen by Feb. 6 before being recommended to City Council for approval. The winning artist must be prepared to deliver their completed kite artwork for installation by May 1, 2018. For more information and a complete list of requirements for participation visit www.vistapublicart.com.

Drop Off Unused Prescriptions North County residents looking for a safe, convenient way to dispose of unused prescription medications have a number of local drop boxes to choose from. Most police departments and sheriff’s stations throughout the county offer collection boxes in their lobbies, which are open weekdays during business hours for anyone to drop off their unused medications.

Disposing of unused prescription drugs is important to avoid non-prescribed use – whether through accidental consumption or drug abuse. The North Inland Community Prevention Program recommends that individuals use prescription medications only as prescribed, don’t share prescribed medication with others, store them securely, and properly dispose of them when they expire or are no longer needed.

Drop off prescription drugs at the Vista Sheriff’s Station or Vista Detention Facility, or find other locations at www.sandiegorxabusetaskforce.org/blank.

Garden of Lights photo by Rachel Cobb

Each night after the sun goes down, from Dec. 2 – 23 and 26 – 30, the San Diego Botanic Garden in Encinitas will be transformed into a dazzling winter wonderland during the Garden of Lights.

More than 125,000 sparkling lights illuminate the flora of this fantastic 37-acre urban oasis each evening from 5 – 9 p.m. for a magical holiday experience.

The Garden of Lights has events and activities that everyone in your family will enjoy. Nightly entertainment including local blues and jazz bands, as well as holiday crafts, spin art, visits with Santa, Nutcracker displays, and horse-drawn wagon rides, snow for sledding, and holiday carolers on selected evenings. Food and treats will also be available. Come out and experience the holidays Southern California-style at San Diego Botanic Garden’s Garden of Lights! Tickets for the Garden of Lights are available at the Welcome Center at SDBG. There are no advanced ticket sales at the Garden or on the website. Admission for members is $8 ($10 on Friday and Saturday); for seniors, active military, and students $10; and non-members $15 ($20 on Friday and Saturday).

For children ages 3 through 12, admission is $6 ($5 on Friday and Saturday). The Garden of Lights is presented by the County of San Diego.

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C O V E R F E AT U R E

Courage CONFIDENCE

and

VISTA GIRL SCOUTS ARE THE LEADERS OF TOMORROW

photos by Alicia Jeanne Photography

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or over a century, local Girl Scout programs have been teaching girls and young women what it means to have self-confidence and self-respect, to help others, and to live an upstanding, productive life. As one of the most prominent leadership development programs in the nation, Girl Scouts provides the opportunity to have

fun and experience new things while teaching life skills and fostering a sense of community. We speak with Rancho Vista Service Unit Manager Chris Simmons and Vista Service Unit Manager Jessica Zamora about the ways these programs are making the world a better place.

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Q&A with

VISTA SERVICE UNIT MANAGER JESSICA ZAMORA AND RANCHO VISTA SERVICE UNIT MANAGER CHRIS SIMMONS

Can you give us an overview of the history of Girl Scouts?

Girl Scouts started in Savannah, GA on March 12, 1912. Juliette “Daisy” Gordon Low is the founder of Girl Scouts. She wanted to help girls discover their strengths and passions. Here in San Diego, Girl Scouts started in 1917. We are celebrating our 100th anniversary this year!

What is the overall mission of Girl Scouts? What can girls expect to get out of the program?

The overall mission of Girl Scouts is to build girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place.They do this by discovering new things, seeing how that connects to them, and then taking action. This three-part process has proven to be very successful on making leaders of the next generation.

What is your role within the service unit? What is the most rewarding aspect of your role?

Chris: I am the Rancho Vista Service Unit

manager. My role is to support the volunteers, parents, and girls registered within the Rancho Vista Service Unit area. I facilitate meetings with the service unit team members and with the volunteers. I work to maintain communication between the service unit team and Girl Scouts of San Diego (GSSD). As the lead service unit volunteer, I collaborate with my team in developing GS events, doing community outreach, and providing a positive experience for all girls, parents, and volunteers in Rancho Vista’s Service Unit. The most rewarding aspect of my role is watching girls and adults become empowered through the GS experience to become the best that they can be.

Jessica: I am currently the Vista Service Unit manager. This is my first year in this role. I love that I get to connect to all the leaders and encourage them in helping the girls discover, connect, and take action. I have volunteered for Girl Scouts at the service unit level for many years. I have been the nut and cookie coordinator, treasurer, recruiter, and event coordinator. I love

that in each role, I get to meet new parents that are on this journey of teaching their kids the value in leadership, community, and citizenship.

What was your motivation for becoming involved with Girl Scouts?

Chris: I became involved with Girl Scouts first as a Brownie Scout with my mother as the troop leader. I enjoyed the time we spent together in Girl Scout activities. After my mother passed away when I was nine years old, Girl Scouts continued to play an important role in my life providing a safe place for me to grow. Once my daughter was old enough, I became her troop leader, following my mother’s path. I have been her troop leader for the past eight years. Last year I volunteered to be the service unit manager so I could become better informed about Girl Scouts in Vista and be able to share my love of Girl Scouts with the community.

Jessica: My motivation was my five-year-old daughter at the time. I didn’t plan on becoming the leader but since there wasn’t one available,

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C O V E R F E AT U R E

I took a giant leap for my daughter. She is now 16 and I can’t imagine her world and mine if we didn’t become involved in Girl Scouts.

What are some of the exciting plans this year for the Girl Scouts involved in your service unit?

Chris: Girls in the Rancho Vista Service Unit will be able to attend several campouts put on

by RVSU including one in Julian and one in Vista. They will also be able to develop their knowledge and skills in STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, math) as we begin a new STEAM program for girls of all ages. Our girls will also have opportunities to participate in community events such as the Vista Christmas Parade and the Strawberry Festival. We are also hosting a World Thinking Day event which will include girls and troops from other service units.

Jessica: November brings cooler weather so we are heading to Ice Town for some family ice

skating. We take over the whole rink with 200 girl scouts and their families. In December, we march in the Vista Christmas Parade and then we head out Christmas caroling. We are also very active in service for our community. We are currently heading a canned food drive to benefit families here in Vista and then we will be starting a hygiene drive in November and December to benefit the homeless community here in Vista.

How does one go about joining a troop?

Are there any restrictions as to when someone can join?

A girl can join Girl Scouts at any time. To join a troop, the girl’s parent would go online at sdgirlscouts.org and click JOIN. They will follow the directions from there to register their daughter. GSSD will match the girl with a troop by the girl’s age and location of where she lives.

The troop leader is notified that they have a new girl so they can contact the parent and get the girl started in their troop.

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Tell us about the various types of Girl Scout badges.

There are so many badges the girls can earn.

Each level has their own badges based on age appropriate activities. Badges can be earned at all age levels. Daisies begin with badges about the GS Law. The rest of the GS levels can earn badges such as art, robotics, outdoor adventurer, and pets. Girls can earn badges for the skills learned while selling cookies. Many girls will also earn Journeys, which provide an opportunity for girls focus on a topic, determine a problem, and work together to solve it. The highest achievements girls can earn are the Bronze, Silver, and Gold Awards. To earn each of these awards, girls discover a problem in the community and then work to resolve it.

Tell us about some of the recent achievements of your service unit’s members.

Chris: Rancho Vista’s Service Unit members are

doing great things for our girls and volunteers.

Our encampment director orchestrated a fun encampment in Julian which included girls from around San Diego. Our canoe specialist is developing the first local canoeing program for girls, beginning with canoe trips for adults to be trained in. Our team hosted an awards ceremony to recognize girls in our service unit who achieved milestones in selling cookies, and for those who earned Silver and Gold Awards.

Jessica: Troop 4463 just earned their Silver Award. They made bracelets for women that have suffered loss. It was a token of hope. Also we had 22 girls earn leadership torches at our Fall encampment at the Balboa property. They planned our Camp Stop the Beat encampment where all girls learned about music and instruments and music from around the world.

The event culminated with each troop performing a song or skit.

Are there any annual or upcoming events in which Vista Girl Scouts takes part? How can the local community contribute?

Chris: Some upcoming events which Rancho Vista is sponsoring are: a mini Jam-o-Rama to practice Girl Scout skills, an encampment at Green Oaks Ranch in November, marching in the Vista Christmas Parade, participating in World Thinking Day in March, and several STEAM events with a focus on robotics. Most of these events will be open to our service units to participate. The local community can contribute to these events by assisting with locations to hold the events, helping to spread the word about what Girl Scouts are doing, and showing their support of Girl Scouts at these events.

At-A-Glance RANCHO VISTA SERVICE UNIT MANAGER Name: Community: Education: Hobbies & Interests: Favorite Girl Scouting Memory:

Does Vista Girl Scouts need volunteers?

What is the process for getting involved?

Chris: Rancho Vista Girl Scouts is always open to new volunteers! To get involved, a person can email me directly sumanagerrvsu@gmail.com or they can register as a volunteer online at sdgirlscouts.org. During registration, they can mark what interests they have. GSSD will then match them with their interests and location, and contact our Service Unit.

Vista & Oceanside BA in psychology with a teaching credential Girl Scouts, family, travel Going to Girl Scout summer camp and traveling with my troop to new locations

RANCHO VISTA SERVICE UNIT GIRL SCOUTS Service Unit Name: Number of Girl Scouts: Number of Troop Leaders: Zip Codes Served: Website: Email:

Rancho Vista Service Unit 240 63 leaders and co-leaders 92054, 92056, 92057, 92081, 92083, 92084 www.ranchovistagirlscouts.com sumanagerrvsu@gmail.com

VISTA SERVICE UNIT MANAGER Name: Community: Education: Hobbies and Interests: Favorite Girl Scouting Memory:

Jessica Zamora Vista Graduated from CSU San Marcos with a major in business Going to the beach, biking and hiking trails, gardening, teaching Going on a treasure hunt for our s’mores ingredients and never finding the chocolate!

VISTA SERVICE UNIT GIRL SCOUTS Service Unit Name:

Jessica: We are an award-winning participant in the Vista Christmas Parade. Come cheer us on!

Chris Simmons

Vista

Number of Girl Scouts:

341

Number of Troop Leaders:

102

Zip Codes Served:

92056, 92057, 92083

Website:

vistagirlscouts.weebly.com

Email:

vistagirlscouts@gmail.com

Jessica: Volunteers are always welcome. Please email me your information. ¢ November | December 2017 • 92081 MAGAZINE.COM • 21

FAC E S I N T H E C R OW D

Love of the Area Leonard Finkel Helps Improve Vista Through SVC

by KELLEY GUSICH photo by Alicia Jeanne Photography

L

eonard Finkel grew up in South Jersey outside of Philadelphia, but he moved to Vista almost 20 years ago because he wanted to get into the golf business. His family business is furs, and the Finkel family eventually became the official furrier of the Philadelphia 76ers hockey team and the Philadelphia 76ers basketball team. Leonard eventually struck out on his own with a number of businesses – including a small chain of retail fur stores, mostly in ski resorts. However, in his mid-30s, an emerging passion for golf presented him with the opportunity to become a golf/travel writer and consult for golf companies. “Being a writer was a ticket for me to travel the world and experience the best of what my passion had to offer,” Leonard shared.

Extensive business experience morphed Leonard’s equipment reviews or travel/destination reviews into requests for more advertorial writing – like an advertisement, but telling a company product or story in an editorial-like way. “Whether it was an equipment or travel story,” he affirmed, “I always tried to deliver information that would lead people to want to try a product or travel to that destination.” To utilize his expertise in helping the Vista community, Leonard and wife Lynell started attending

Name: Community: Family: Hobbies & Interests: Favorite Places in Vista: Interested in the SVC?:

Vista City Council and planning commission meetings.

Their involvement expanded to the South Vista Communities organization. The SVC’s mission is to maintain and improve the quality of life for South Vista’s residents and businesses. Leonard serves as treasurer and board member, responsible for establishing policies and conducting/approving projects relating to quality of life issues in South Vista.

As treasurer he’s responsible for day-to-day maintenance of SVC’s bank accounts and finances, as well as providing financial statements to the board and filing state and federal paperwork. He also tutored elementary students through the Vista Library system for four years, and was on the planning commission for the Boys & Girls Club golf outing for three.

Leonard’s main interests include golf, travel, mountain biking, no-limit hold ‘em poker, and spending time outdoors – especially in national parks. “Just before I moved to California 20 years ago,” he said, “I went to 19 different national parks that year.” He finds his newest love for mountain biking to be exhilarating. “I love the thrill, but I’m a bit more conservative going downhill after suffering a few falls.” He really wants Vista to keep its character. “This is such a wonderful place to live.” ¢

Leonard Finkel Stratford Place Wife – Lynell Golf, mountain biking, no limit hold ‘em poker, travel, national parks My home, Buena Vista Park, Souplantation, the Vista Farmers Market Get involved at www.southvistacommunities.org or request a newsletter at southvistacommunities@cox.net

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Community Support

SMALL BUSINESSES GIVE BACK THIS HOLIDAY SEASON photos by Lea Tani Photography

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ince 1979, nonprofit Community Resource Center (CRC) has been serving North County San Diego residents in need, particularly households that struggle

with safety, stability, self-sufficiency, homelessness, and domestic violence.

CRC provides critical assistance through its domestic violence prevention and intervention programs, integrative services which include homelessness prevention and emergency housing, food and nutrition program, and counseling services.

Each year as the holidays approach CRC hosts Holiday Baskets, San Diego’s largest distribution program, providing a dignified and free shopping experience for local families and individuals in need. Now in its 35th year, over 1,500 low-income households will receive basic necessities, a holiday meal, and a few gifts. In order to make Holiday Baskets possible, CRC depends on support from other local businesses. Among these is El Camino Bike Shop, which voluntarily restores gently used bicycles to be given away as free gifts to children at the Holiday Baskets event; more than 400 bikes were given away last year.

Gems of La Costa is another local supporter, which displays a “charity charge jar” in their store for patrons to contribute. Charity jar donations help provide holiday meals for families who attend Holiday Baskets. Gems of La Costa is also sponsoring CRC’s Jingle and Mingle Fundraiser on Dec. 7.

CRC Board of Directors member Carl Wright owns Encinitas’ Lotus Café, which has donated a portion of its profits to CRC for many years. “My wife and I see it as a very important duty to serve those less fortunate in our

community,” Carl said. “As the owners of Lotus Café restaurant, we play a role in the community on an economic level, but it was also important to me to play a role with the most vulnerable members in our community on a personal level, too.” Other local businesses that give back to the community and support CRC include JW Floor Covering, KRC Rock Landscape Supply and Building Materials, Cut Loose Solana Beach, ETC Building & Design, and Dudek.

This year’s Holiday Baskets distribution will take place on Dec. 15, 16, and 17 at the Del Mar Fairgrounds Grand Stand. For more information about the program, including a wish list of most-needed items, call 760-230-6501 or visit crcncc.org/holidaybaskets. ¢

“OVER 1,500 LOW-INCOME HOUSEHOLDS WILL RECEIVE BASIC NECESSITIES, A HOLIDAY MEAL, AND A FEW GIFTS.”

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R E A L E S TAT E W AT C H

A Look at 92081’s Real Estate Numbers

by JESSICA BREAUX

T

he figures are in for September, and the numbers remain quite strong for home sales in 92081. A quick comparison to the same time period last year shows some minor fluctuations.

92081 experienced a quite a few new listings in September with a total of 33 new single family homes hitting the market, compared to 23 new listings in September 2016 (an increase of 43%). The total inventory of single family homes for sale was down 31% with 30 homes available for purchase (versus 44 during the same period last year).

The average number of days that homes were on the market during September was 23 days (compared to 41 days in September 2016).

The 43% faster selling time is consistent with

the drop in total available inventory.

Home values are very strong (and continue to be at an all-time high). The median sales price of a 92081 single family home during the month of September was $552K (an increase of 5.7% compared to last September’s $522K median price). Year to date, the median sales price for a single family home in 92081 is holding very strong at $545K (a 5.6% increase YTD over 2016).

If you are considering making a move, you should be able to do so with confidence. Give me a call to schedule a meeting. It’s important to work with someone that you trust, and I would love the opportunity to get to know you and discuss your real estate goals. ¢

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Realtor® | CalBRE #: 01436430

858-771-3888 JessicaBreauxRE@gmail.com www.JessicaBreaux.com

Address

RECENT SALES ACTIVITY FOR THE MOST COMPREHENSIVE LIST OF PROPERTIES SOLD WITHIN THE LAST SEVERAL YEARS, VISIT 92081 MAGAZINE.COM

Beds Baths Est SF

Price

Address

Beds Baths Est SF

Price

1577 Green Oak Road

4

3

2,119

$530,000

1649 Countryside Drive

4

3

1,913

$617,500

2090 Balboa Circle

2

2

1,658

$535,000

1637 E Countryside Drive

4

3

2,067

$626,000

2026 Balboa Circle

2

2

1,658

$542,000

627 Cabezon

4

3

2,215

$630,000

465 Hambaugh Way

4

3

2,769

$544,000

1951 White Birch Drive

4

3

2,189

$640,000

1521 Green Oak Road

4

3

2,017

$545,000

2048 White Birch Drive

5

3

2,739

$640,000

1371 Montego Court

3

3

1,835

$545,000

2109 Opal Ridge

4

3

2,316

$648,000

620 Sunset Drive

3

2

1,470

$550,000

1520 Clearwater Ridge

4

3

2,605

$650,000 $650,000

532 Jobe Hill Drive

4

3

2,121

$550,000

1061 Lime Place

3

2

2,610

1466 Lewis Court

2

2

1,654

$550,000

2096 Ridgeline Avenue

4

3

2,358

$650,000

2269 Brookhaven Pass

3

3

1,320

$550,000

1109 Countrywood Lane

4

3

2,833

$660,000

2299 Brookhaven Pass

3

3

1,320

$555,000

1977 White Birch Drive

5

3

2,739

$665,000

1503 Madrid Drive

3

3

1,975

$555,000

1728 Countryside Drive

4

3

2,061

$668,000

1635 Carriage Circle

4

3

2,047

$560,000

2114 Opal Ridge

4

3

2,605

$675,500

1541 Green Oak Road

3

3

2,000

$563,500

1616 Marbella

4

3

2,297

$677,000

1918 Rosewood Street

3

2

1,366

$565,000

2027 Balboa Circle

3

3

2,562

$687,900

2346 Brookhaven Pass

3

3

1,905

$569,000

2515 Hibiscus Ave

3

2

2,085

$695,000

1967 Spanish Oak Way

3

3

1,665

$570,000

480 Vale View Drive

3

2

1,343

$700,000

1479 Oakcreek Lane

4

3

2,119

$571,000

2087 White Birch Drive

5

3

2,739

$700,000

1822 Olympus Loop Drive

3

2

1,806

$580,000

1148 Lime Place

4

3

2,552

$720,000

1589 Laurel Circle

4

3

2,417

$590,000

1207 Branding Iron Circle

4

3

2,883

$725,000

1772 Cottonwood Drive

4

3

2,417

$595,000

1137 Countrywood Lane

4

3

2,833

$725,000

1772 Cottonwood Drive

4

3

2,417

$595,000

918 Parkwood Avenue

4

2

2,673

$760,000

1666 Pinnacle Way

4

3

2,272

$599,000

929 Bellwood Lane

4

4

2,875

$789,000

2459 Melissa Court

4

3

2,345

$599,900

861 Quails Trail

4

3

3,187

$865,000

628 Sunset Drive

4

3

2,116

$602,000

702 Hilo Way

5

5

4,032

$1,225,000

1079 Woodcrest Lane

3

3

2,004

$602,500

911 Quails Trail

5

5

4,912

$1,350,000

618 Cabezon Place

4

4

2,600

$609,000

(complete list of homes sold in 92081 at www.92081 magazine.com)

Information is compiled from a variety of databases and published by Susco Media Inc. for entertainment purposes only. Reproduction is strictly prohibited. Sales statistics are not affiliated with or provided by any participating advertiser or real estate professional contained in this publication. Properties contained in this list and online were sold by a variety of real estate brokers. 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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I N O U R O W N B A C K YA R D

WINTER

LIGHTS Enjoy the Sights and Lights this Season in the Best-Decorated Local Neighborhoods

by LAINEY KRAL

A

s the weather turns colder, San Diegans pull boxes out of storage and get ready to brighten up the winter season. The tradition of decorating homes with electric lights began taking off in the 1960s as a next step from decorated Christmas trees, and has since spread around the world. Colorful holiday and seasonal decorations can be found in most San Diegan neighborhoods, but some streets stand out for their over-the-top festive displays. Wait until the sun goes down and bring the whole family for a tour of one – or more – of these twinkling destinations.

LOCAL LIGHTS CAR LSB A D

Santa’s Mailbox 6646 Elegant Tern Pl. Dec. 3 – 25 5 – 10 p.m.

CA R ME L M O U N T AI N RANCH

RA N C HO PE Ñ A SQ U I T O S

V I ST A

Fairway Village at Stoney Gate Pl.

Christmas Card Lane Oviedo St. Dec. 11 – Dec. 31 Dusk – 10 p.m.

Nov. 26 – Dec. 31 Sunday – Thursday: 6 – 10 p.m.

Friday & Saturday: 6 p.m. – Midnight

Dec. 10 – Jan. 1 5:30 – 10:30 p.m.

The Carlsbad Christmas House

PO WA Y

7607 Romeria St. Dec. 4 – 31 5 – 9 p.m.

12631 Stoutwood St. Dec. 1 – Jan. 1 5:30 – 10 p.m.

2329 Snead Dr. Dec. 5 – 31 5:30 – 9 p.m.

The Griswolds

Candy Cane Courts Hickory Ct., 12659 Butterwood Ct., and Rockrose Ct. Dec. 10 – 24 6 – 9 p.m.

S A N MA R C O S

Christmas on Knob Hill 1639 Knob Hill Nov. 24 – Dec. 30 5 – 9 p.m.

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Merry-tage Court Stonebridge Pkwy. & Merritage Ct. Dec. 1 – 31 5:30 – 9:30 p.m.

1505 Roma Dr.

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LEGOLAND Holiday Snow Days www.legoland.com

San Diego Botanic Garden’s Garden of Lights www.sdbgarden.org

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SeaWorld Christmas Tree of Lights

www.holidayoflights.com

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Gaslamp for the Holidays www.gaslamp.org

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STORYBOX THEATRE: KAMISHIBAI 3:30 p.m.

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THURSDAYS TECH DROP-IN

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3RD THURSDAYS

HATHA YOGA AND MEDITATION 4 p.m.

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DECEMBER

1ST WEDNESDAYS

STORYBOX THEATRE: KAMISHIBAI

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NOV. 16

ADULT COLORING BOOK CLUB

Practice your Spanish skills with fun and games 6 p.m.

VISTA LIBRARY’S GSA Meet up with other LGBTQ youth and allies for fun, snacks, conversation, and a safe space 10 a.m.

FRIDAYS

SCRAPBOOKING 10 a.m.

LEGO MADNESS 3 p.m.

1ST SUNDAYS

FIRST SUNDAY CONCERT SERIES 1:30 p.m.

SUNDAYS

KNITTING AND SEWING CIRCLE 1 p.m.

DEC. 3

FIRST SUNDAY CONCERT: ADRIENNE NIMS 1:30 p.m.

DEC. 7

HATHA YOGA AND MEDITATION 4 p.m.

DEC. 12

PALOMAR HEALTH FLU SHOT CLINICS 3 p.m.

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