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4S Ranch youth wins roles, accolades
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Community Events & Info
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In Our Own Backyard
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What’s for Dinner?
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Local Events
Local Community News & Info The latest registration information A look at beautiful Lake Miramar Try your neighbor’s recipe Local community announcements “Night at the Ranch” fundraiser
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Del Norte High School
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Local Merchant Profile
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Local community pictures Spring sports preview Louise Nichols from OASIS A look at Zen Spa
Church Profile A look at Carmel Mountain Church
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Financial Spotlight
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:::: FROM THE PUBLISHER
Vol. 2, No. 3 TM
We owe a big “thank you” to all the readers and supporters of 92127 Magazine for making this issue the largest ever for the publication. Our growth is in direct proportion to your enthusiasm, feedback and contributions – and we are most appreciative. First up to give your attention in this issue is the cover package on the youth sports this spring in 4S Ranch and the other 92127 communities and neighborhoods, beginning on Page 42. You’ll find very interesting interviews with the presidents of both the 4S Ranch Little League and the 4S Ranch Girls Fastpitch Softball organization. Not only do they provide the exciting history of how the leagues got started, but both point out a real potential issue in the area: A lack of fields on which the growing number of young participants can play sports. Also note the feedback we received from local residents about the benefits of their children participating in youth sports, on Page 44 – and special previews of all the Del Norte High School spring sports teams beginning on Page 48. Among our other intriguing offerings in this issue: • • • • • •
We talk to three Oak Valley 8th graders who formed their own band (Page 14). 9-year-old 4S resident Isabel Friedl tells about life as an actress (Page 16). A High Country West family talks about balancing family life with business (Page 24). We offer a snapshot of nearby Miramar Reservoir and its amenities (Page 20). Local triathlon enthusiasts raise money for the Chelsea’s Light Foundation (Page 28). We provide a number of easy remedies to resolve household issues (Page 62).
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community events & information MAR 18
Student Created Videos Due for the PUSD’s Film Festival
PUSD’s Student Support Services Department is proud to announce the third annual Character and Ethics Film Festival. Students, along with editing help from adults, may submit the 30 sec - 4 min video about showing good character and making good decisions on or before March 18th.
MAR 19 5pm-10pm
APR 2 10am-4pm
Southern California Golden Retriever Rescue Fundraiser
Pet Photos with Easter Bunny for a $15 donation or $20 with a frame. 100% of proceeds go to help dogs at Southern California Golden Retriever Rescue! Silent auction items, cotton candy, balloons, and Customer Appreciation day all day at the 4S Pet People location.
APR 23 9am-12pm
“2nd Annual Night at the Ranch” Casino Night
The theme of this year’s event is a casino night using popular local vendor Shake Rattle and Roll Casino. For additional information contact: DSEFAuction@yahoo.com or call Auction Chairperson Peter Kunowski at 858-829-7383.
4th Annual 4S Ranch HOA Easter Egg Hunt
This year’s Easter Egg Hunt will be at Pioneer Park otherwise known as the Splash Park in 4S Ranch. 4S Ranch Residents can preorder their pancake breakfast online at www.4SConnect.com. All proceeds from the Pancake breakfast will benefit the Rancho Santa Fe Firemen.
MARCH EVENTS 3/1
4th Grade State Writing Test All fourth grade students across the state will be taking the California Writing Standards Tests (CSTs in writing).
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6 p.m. Poway Unifed School District Board Meeting PUSD District Office, 15250 Avenue of Science www.PowayUSD.com
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1 p.m. Rancho Santa Fe Fire Protection District Board Meeting Board Community Room, 16936 El Fuego Rancho Santa Fe 858-756-5971 www.rsf-fire.org
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Monterey Ridge Elementary School 5th Annual Fun Run
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4 p.m. Olivenhain Municipal Water District Board Meeting 1966 Olivenhain Road Encinitas 760-753-6466 www.olivenhain.com
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Turtleback Elementary School Jog-A-Thon
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8 a.m. Olivenhain Municipal Water District Board Meeting 1966 Olivenhain Road Encinitas 760-753-6466 www.olivenhain.com
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8 a.m. – 7 p.m. Del Sur Elementary 1st Annual Science Fair
3/31 6 p.m – 7 p.m. PEPP Information Night Painted Rock Elementary School The PEPP program is a developmentally appropriate kindergarten program designed for our youngest students. If your child will be 5 years old between June 1st and December 2nd, the PEPP program may be the place for you.
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APRIL EVENTS 4/4-4/8 PUSD Schools Closed Spring Break 4/11
6 p.m. Poway Unifed School District Board Meeting PUSD District Office, 15250 Avenue of Science www.PowayUSD.com
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1 p.m. Rancho Santa Fe Fire Protection District Board Meeting Board Community Room 16936 El Fuego Rancho Santa Fe 858-756-5971 www.rsf-fire.org
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Deadline to preorder 4S Ranch HOA Easter Egg Hunt Tickets. www.4sconnect.com
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4 p.m. Olivenhain Municipal Water District Board Meeting 1966 Olivenhain Road, Encinitas 760-753-6466 www.olivenhain.com
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Moser Orthodontics / 4SRLL Golf Classic The Crosby www.4SRLL.com
RECURRING EVENTS Thursdays
Singles Night Capri Blu Italian Bistro 10436 Craftsman Way #120 858-673-5100 www.capri-blu.com
Thursdays
3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Del Sur Farmers Market & Family Festival Corner of Camino Del Norte & Lone Quail Road 858-586-7933 www.DelSurFM@aol.com
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4S Ranch Boys & Girls Club Camps 4/4 - 5/13 Youth Summer Basketball Signups. K-8 5/2 Summer Day Camp Registration Camp Velocity & Adventure Club 858-676-2230 www.sdyouth.org/locations/4s-ranch
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League Info All Registrations will be held at the Westwood Club 3/06 (1pm-4pm) 3/12 (11am-3pm) 3/24 (5pm-8pm) 4/16 (1pm-4pm) www.rbpopwarner.org
North County Soccer Park Youth (4-17 years old) and Adult Soccer League
Frozen Ropes Camps (see ad below) 4/4 - 4/8 Spring Break Camp www.sdfrozenropes.com
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
4/01 Signups begin - www.ncspsoccer.com 4/15-17 Competitive U8-14 Season begins
4S Ranch Little League
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Opening Day at 4S Ranch Community Park Moser Orthodontics / 4SRLL Golf Classic at The Crosby www.4SRLL.com
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Oak Valley Trio Forms Alt Rock Band, Playing Larger Venues
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t all started when when Oak Valley Middle School students Ari Shiller and Kai Hasson decided to “jam” one day. Shortly thereafter (in January 2010), The Urban Outcast – an alternative rock trio – was formed, when fellow student Conner Darling joined. Now the aspiring musicians are playing local festivals, appearing at special events, and even recording original music. “We chose our name by brainstorming a whole bunch of ideas and coming up with The Urban Outcast,” said Shiller, a 13-year-old 8th grader who sings and plays lead guitar for the group. “It just sounded cool to us.” Influenced by such bands as Red Hot Chili Peppers, Metallica, Green Day, Linkin Park, and AC/DC, the members of
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The Urban Outcast ‘Sounds Cool’ playing a couple of live concerts at Queen Bee’s Art & Cultural Center in San Diego, most recently in mid-February. According to Shiller, the response after the first performance was so good, they were immediately booked for a second performance. Hasson – the band’s 13-year-old drummer – and Shiller have been classmates since kindergarten at Turtleback Elementary School, but didn’t discover their mutual The Urban Outcast play both covers and original music at their various local performances. “Our process of making originals is my making up riffs, which we form into a song – and then add lyrics at the end,” Hasson said. “It’s all just a collaborative process. Not all of our songs have lyrics; we have some that are instrumental.” The band recently moved up a notch by
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interest in music until they became friends while members of Advance Band and Jazz Band at Oak Valley. It was at middle school where they met Darling, 14, who now plays bass – but had no previous experience on the instrument. “A family member noticed Connor was like a ‘walking IPod’, always tuned into his IPod,” said Shiller. As for the future, The Urban Outcast members indicated they hope to focus on making more music. “We hope to play at even bigger venues, finish our first album, make more songs, and try to get more recognized,” Darling said. ¢
The Urban Outcast Profile Ari Shiller (Lead Guitar/Vocals) Age: School: Grade: Parents:
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Connor Darling (Bass/ Vocals) Age: School: Grade: Parents:
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Kai Hasson (Drums) Age: School: Grade: Parents:
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Putting on a
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absolute favorite activity in her spare time is musical theater. The daughter of John and Stephanie Friedl of 4S Ranch, the 9-year-old Monterey Ridge Elementary School 3rd grader is heavily involved in the Christian Youth Theater – an award-winning, non-profit after-school theater arts training program for students ages 4-18. “I had heard about CYT through a friend who I had seen perform in a few shows, which were awesome,” Friedl said. “So I knew I wanted to audition for my first show as soon as I turned eight (the minimum age to audition).” She was cast in a lead role in her very first show, and has performed regularly ever since. For the 2009-10 season, she was nominated for Best Actress at CYT for her role as the Dormouse in CYT’s “Alice in Wonderland”. She recently completed a two-weekend, close-to-sold-out performances of a CYT original production called “Great American Tall Tales”. And, in March, she landed a lead role as Salome (the Sheriff of Nottingham’s daughter) in the CYT production of “Robin Hood”. With so many roles and recognition it’s difficult to believe, but Friedl said she still gets really nervous for auditions. “You have one minute to sing a song for the artistic team, as well as learn a dance that you also perform in a small group,” she said. “The hardest part is waiting to
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Christian Youth Theater At A Glance hear about callbacks and then for the cast list to be posted and announced.” A resident of 4S Ranch with her family – including two brothers, 14-year-old Benjamin and 5-year-old Max – for more than three years, she was born in St. Louis, Mo., and previously lived in Ohio and Orange County, Ca. She takes gymnastics classes, swims, rollerblades, and rides her bike. Her favorite subject in school, where she was named the “Character Counts Student of the Month” on two separate occasions, is reading. “I love it. My favorite books in 1st grade were the June B. Jones series,” she said. “In 2nd grade, I enjoyed the ‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid’ series, and so far this year my favorite book is ‘Hoot’.” Perhaps a surprise to some, she enjoys rock climbing with her father – and loves animals. “For a recent birthday, I asked my friends and family to donate to the Helen Woodward Animal Center instead of buying me gifts,” she noted. “I am proud to know that I helped out in this way.” As an adult, she hopes to work with animals or children, perhaps as a psychologist or teacher. But, for now, she’s fully engaged in musical theater. “The best part of CYT is the friends I’ve made, working together to produce amazing productions, learning so much from the directors, and the moms and dads who work so hard to make it all possible,” she said. “Robin Hood” – featuring Isabel – can be seen at the American Spirit Theater, 1868 East Valley Parkway, in Escondido, at 7 p.m. on March 4, 5 and 12; and at 2 p.m. on Mar 6, 12 and 13. Tickets can be purchased online at www.cytsandiego.org. ¢
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Christian Youth Theater (CYT) is an award winning, nonprofit after-school theater arts training program for students ages 4-18. Since its founding in 1981 in San Diego, CYT has grown to be the largest youth theater program in the nation with branches in 13 states offering 31 programs. CYT just opened its first international branch (in Canada). CYT affiliates across the country train thousands of students a year in the theater arts. Every session (fall, winter and spring) CYT offers theater arts classes for children as an after-school activity. Each local program conducts three 10-week sessions throughout the school year, teaching drama, voice, dance and a broad spectrum of specialty theatrical workshops at weekly twohour classes. Enrolled students have the opportunity to work behind the scenes, or audition and perform on stage in a Broadway-style musical performed for the community. In addition, each summer, CYT offers theater arts camps throughout the San Diego region. Because CYT does not own facilities for classes or productions, the organization works through the local community, utilizing classrooms and stages in churches, schools, and local theaters. CYT is not affiliated with a church body, and people of all faiths are welcome. CYT students have the opportunity to work with and learn from professional instructors qualified in teaching and/or performing and who are committed to the highest ethical, moral, technical and artistic standards of excellence. CYT offers classes and performances in seven areas across San Diego County. CYT’s North County Inland (NCI) classes and performance rehearsals are held at Green Valley Church in Rancho Bernardo. CYT’s NCI students perform at the American Spirit Theater in Escondido. New students and families are always welcome to join and be a part of CYT classes and plays. For more information, visit the website at www.cyt.org.
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CYT’s ‘Robin Hood’ Details (continued from previous page) Christian Youth Theater presents the musical “Robin Hood” March 4-13 at the American Spirit Theater in Escondido. Among the 92127 residents participating in the performance are Elizabeth Bohnstedt, Audrey Clark, Sophia Clark, Isabel Friedl, Avery-Claire Nugent, Victoria Peck, Sarah Prentiss, Chloe Roppe, Naomi Siragusa, Lauren Wahl, Jordan Ward, Kiana Werneth, and Camille Wong. A show that is sure to amaze and dazzle children and adults, the show includes drama, music and dancing that bring the Middle Ages to life. Performed by North County Inland CYT students ages 8 through 18, this thought-provoking and fun-filled show is perfect for the entire family. Matinee and evening performance dates for “Robin Hood” are 7 p.m. on March 4-5; 2 p.m. on March 6; and at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. on March 12; and at 2 p.m. on March 13. The American Spirit Theater is located at Escondido Charter High School, 1868 East Valley Parkway, Escondido 92027. All seats reserved. Ticket prices are $10 for youth ages 3-19 and $12 for adults ($15 at the door), with special discounts for groups of 10 or more. For tickets and information, please call 619-588-0206 or 800-696-1929, or online at www.cytsandiego.org. ¢
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:::: IN OUR OWN BACKYARD | Local outdoor adventures
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A Beautiful Spot At a Glance Location:
Miramar Reservoir
Website:
www.sandiego.gov/water/ recreation/miramar.shtml
Surface Acres: 162 acres
Shoreline: 4 miles
Depth:
114 ft. maximum
Hours:
Sunrise to sunset
Facilities:
Restrooms Boat Ramp Picnic Tables Barbecues Fishing Dock
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Miramar Reservoir Provides Nearby Fishing, Recreation
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onsidered one of the most beautiful spots in San Diego, Miramar Reservoir is owned, operated and maintained by the City of San Diego. Located in the Scripps Ranch community, the dam and reservoir were completed in 1960 as part of the second San Diego Aqueduct project, according to information provided by www.sandiego. gov. Water flowing south to the reservoir originates from both the Colorado River Aqueduct and the California Aqueduct. The reservoir is adjacent to the city’s Miramar Water Treatment Plant, which serves the northern part of the San Diego. When full, the reservoir has 162 surface acres, a maximum water depth of 114 feet, and four shoreline miles. In mid-February, the water depth was about 92% of maximum. Miramar Reservoir has a water storage capacity of 6,682.4 acre feet. Though a small lake even by San Diego standards, the reservoir – typically referred to as Miramar Lake by locals – is very popular for bicycling, jogging, walking, rollerblading and picnicking. March | April 2011
There are 18 barbecues and 48 picnic tables located around the lake. A paved service road encircles the reservoir, a distance of 4.92 miles, but vehicular traffic is permitted on this road Saturday through Tuesday only. The reservoir has Florida-strain largemouth bass, bluegill, channel catfish, sunfish – but is primarily known now as a trout lake (stocked DecemberMarch). Minimum size limit for bass is 12 inches. Fish limits are five trout, five bass, five catfish and 25 bluegill in aggregate, with no limit on other species. Anglers 16 years of age or older must have a valid California state fishing license. Other than vending machines, no concessions are available at the lake – and no overnight camping is allowed. But Miramar Reservoir provides a nearby outing in a picturesque spot To reach Miramar Reservoir from 92127, take Interstate 15 South, exit on Mira Mesa and go east. Turn right on Scripps Ranch Boulevard, then left on Scripps Lake Drive. The entrance to the lake is on the left. ¢ 92127magazine.com
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:::: YOUR NEIGHBOR’S RECIPE Mama Cyn’s
Apple/Blueberry
Crisp
Ingredients 5 1 1 1 1 1/2 1 1/2 1 1/2 2/3
Medium Granny Smith apples (sliced and then cut in half; peel or leave with skin on) cup fresh or frozen blueberries
cup flour (white or wheat) cup rolled oats cups firmly packed light brown sugar tsp. nutmeg tsp. cinnamon cup melted unsalted butter
Directions 1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees 2. Butter or use cooking spray on the bottom of a 13”x 9” glass pan (aluminum if you are taking to a party and want to leave the pan there) 3. Cut apples in slices and then in half and layer in pan. Layer the blueberries in between the apples. 4. Mix flour, oats, brown sugar, nutmeg and cinnamon together in a bowl. Add 2/3 cup melted butter and mix thoroughly. 5. Take mixture and sprinkle over apples & blueberries. Bake for 30 minutes at 375 degrees or until apples are tender and topping is golden brown. 6. Top with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream and serve. Delicious! Makes 8 servings.
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Cynthia Keefe lives in Torrey Del Mar and works in Del Sur, where she sells new homes at Pasado @ Del Sur for William Lyon Homes. She and husband Michael have four children and seven grandchildren. Entertaining and making her home warm and inviting for guests is a must for Cynthia. She loves to set the table in a creative way and usually includes a typed written menu in a pretty frame at dinner parties and a little take-home gift for each guest. One of her specialties is a dessert – called Mama Cyn’s Apple/Blueberry Crisp. It can be served at cold, room temperature or warm with ice cream or whipped cream. Husband Michael even likes it for breakfast. ¢ 92127magazine.com
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Living the
Dream Walsh Family Works Hard at Successful Restaurant – and Family Responsibilities by ZEENA GREGG
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he Walsh family of High Country West is realizing their dream: Living in Southern California and owning their own restaurant. Tim Walsh – originally from Minnesota – and wife Tammy originally met in Greensboro, North Carolina, where she attended high school and college. A chance meeting between their parents involving car trouble and a tow truck set the wheels in motion for the couple to get to know each other in 1981, shortly after Tim had moved to the area. Though they lived in Greensboro for 23 years before moving to San Diego in 2007, the family longed to be closer to family in California and had dreamed for years about owning their own restaurant. Their decision to settle in High Country West provided the opportunity for both to come to fruition. “We love that we are so close to the beach and mountains where the boys can go snowboarding,” Tammy said.
“And we were lucky enough to find a restaurant right in Rancho Bernardo when the time came to own our own place. We have always enjoyed the area and the fact that we could be close to our family and business is such a blessing.” Mama Cella’s Italian Restaurant is where friends and family will find Tim, Tammy and 22-year-old son Tyler at all hours of the day. Together, they run the day to day operations of ~Tammy Walsh the restaurant and the catering side of the business. The older kids Amanda and Ryan, help out whenever they are in town. Tim’s family owned a restaurant when he was growing up and now he carries on the tradition by using recipes that came from his grandmother, Antonetti. Along with her meatballs, pizza sauce and sausage, diners will find Antonetti’s picture on the menu. The restaurant is dedicated to Tim’s dad, John Walsh, who passed away the month after the Walsh family purchased the restaurant.
‘At the end of the day, no matter what is going on with any of us, it’s all about our family.’
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As busy as they are with the restaurant, Tim and Tammy find the time to have “date night” once a week and attend sporting events that the children are involved in. The three youngest (Tyler; Shane, 13; and Nicholas, 11) all play basketball year around at the 4S Ranch Boys & Girls Club. Tim and Shane play golf, Nick plays football, Tyler and 23-year-old son Ryan (who is a college student now) go snowboarding and Tammy and 26-year-old Amanda – who lives and continues her college education in North Carolina – love doing “girly things” together. “Shopping and having a mani/pedi together...those are our two ‘musts’ when she comes to visit,” Tammy said. “Most important is that our five children know we have dedicated our life to make sure that they are the most im-
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portant aspects of our life and that we work hard in our business and personal life to make sure that they are happy” said Tammy. “At the end of the day, no matter what is going on with any of us it’s all about our family.” ¢ Know a family that should be profiled in 92127 Magazine? Recommend a family online at www.92127magazine.com.
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Ryan Mathews Football Clinic in 4S Ranch April 9 A “Skills n’ Drills” Spring Break Football Clinic featuring San Diego Chargers running back Ryan Mathews is scheduled in 4S Ranch on Saturday, April 9. Open to boys and girls ages 5 to 14, the camp will take place at Del Norte High School Stadium and benefits “Voices of Children” – a nonprofit organization that endeavors to ensure that abused, neglected and abandoned children who have become dependents of the San Diego County Court will have a safe and permanent home. The camp, scheduled for 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., will focus on fun and sportsmanship while developing skills through drills, games and expert coaching. Open to all skill levels, Mathews and other professionals will attend to interact with the participants and be part of the instruction. In addition: • Former San Diego Chargers player Charles Dimry and his staff from Velocity will conduct speed and agility stations. • Del Norte Nighthawks Head Football Coach Jerry Ralph and his staff will conduct skills and drills stations. • Master Sports staff will provide additional fun football activities.
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The camp will feature a coach-to-camper ratio of 1 to 15 (or less), with all instruction from a professional coaching staff. Participants will be grouped by age, and focused on how to run, throw, catch, defend, form block, and form tackle. All participants will be provided water and Powerade on the field – and will receive a camp t-shirt, autograph, photo and a free training session at Velocity. Cost for the camp is $125 after March 1 – but space is limited. For additional information or to register for the 4S Ranch camp, visit www.masteryoursports.com. ¢ Date: Location: Featuring: Time: Cost: Registration:
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April 9 4S Ranch Del Norte HS Stadium San Diego Charger Ryan Mathews 3 p.m.-7 p.m. $125 (after March 1) MasteryourSports.com
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4S Ranch-Based Susco Media Launches 92131 Magazine in Scripps Ranch
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ontinuing its rapid growth, 4S Ranchbased Susco Media Inc. – publisher of 92127 Magazine – launched its third new publication in the past 16 months in March 2011. Serving the Scripps Ranch community, 92131 Magazine provides community features, profiles and information in an attractive, full-color, glossy print publication. Delivered by direct mail to every single family home and condominium in U.S. Postal Service Zip Code 92131, the magazine also will have a number of racks for single copy distribution in select locations – and boast a total circulation of more than 15,000 per issue. The vibrant, colorful publication will publish six times a year and feature an easyto-read format and professional design that ensures thorough readership. “This is an exciting time for Susco Media,” said Scott McElhaney, the company’s Chief Executive Officer. “Not only is the company continuing to expand, but our existing publications, websites and other media operations are growing at an unprecedented pace. This is a tribute to the excellent team of professionals in place at our local
operations, the response from readers of our publications, and the overwhelming support from businesses in the communities served by our local magazines.” In addition to the print publication, 92131 Magazine is complemented by a robust website at www.92131Magazine.com, an active Facebook page at www.facebook. com/92131Magazine, and produces a regular stream of information and comments via Twitter, according to Publisher Derrick Breaux. “Just with our other publications, we produce 92131 Magazine with the goal of providing readers something they want to read,” Breaux said. “In addition, we provide a variety of marketing options in addition to the print publication to assist local businesses in getting solid response for their investment.” In addition to 92127 Magazine and 92131 Magazine, Susco Media publishes 92129 Magazine in the Rancho Penasquitos area – and the www.92127Magazine.com and www.92129Magazine.com websites. Businesses or service companies interested in reaching the lucrative Scripps Ranch
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‘Tri-n for Chelsea’ Team Runs to Raise Funds for Foundation
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pleaded guilty to murdering her and an Escondido teenager and is serving a life sentence. The first “Tri-n for Chelsea” team began training in June 2010 for the Women’s Series in November 2010. It consisted of 43 women from all over Southern California, (as far as Huntington Beach, Newport Beach and Long Beach) – but was mostly individuals from San Diego North County. “We had women who were on the search and rescue team and searched for Chelsea every day, women who went to school with Chelsea and Chelsea’s two adult cousins,” said Colello. “With team II we are now a co-ed team. We currently have 166 members, 124 women and 42 men.” Colello’s personal saga began in
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November 2008 when she lost vision in her right eye, which eventually led to the brain lesion diagnosis and the Multiple Sclerosis threat. “I was devasted and scared, but being a woman of strong faith in God, I prayed a lot,” she said. “I also found out about a natural holistic center in Encinitas (Center for Advance Medicine), which prompted in positive results involving my vision.”
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Further looking at alternatives and avoiding traditional MS medications, Colello began changing her entire lifestyle, including diet and a big increase in exercise by signing up for her first triathlon. “I completed a few triathlons that year,” she said. “A year later, an MRI confirmed that my brain lesions were completely gone.” The experience led to Colello gathering a small group together to encourage them to get into the sport of triathlon and step out of their comfort zones of health. “After a local gathering in 4S
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Ranch with a Foundation representative, ‘Tri-n for Chelsea’ was launched,” she said. “As a mom of four children, I was deeply affected by what happened to Chelsea and always wanted to do something to help.” Though team registration for the next race is closed, Colello said interested individuals can sign up for future races on the group’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/trinforchelsea. Next up for the team is the inaugural Chelsea’s Run 5K at Balboa Park, followed by the May 1 Spring Sprint at Mission Bay. Colello – who now lives in Rancho Bernardo, but whose children still attend schools in 4S Ranch – plans to continue her grassroots efforts to bring attention and funding to the Foundation. “We find value in creating a safe, fun and positive environment for all of our teammates in not only challenging ourselves, but in knowing they are benefitting a cause greater than themselves.” ¢
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:::: COMMUNITY STUFF 4S Ranch Friends of Library Selects Board
4S Ranch Friends of the Library recently selected its 2011 Board of Directors, including Michael Ferrell as president of the organization. Others selected include Ellen Weinstein, vice president; Nancy Jones, treasurer; Lynda Moses, membership chair; Pat Kikendall, secretary; Pari Hekmat, member at large; and Mary Karscig, member at large. Friends of the Library supports the 4S Ranch Branch Library and its staff in the goal to offer a vast array of educational and fun programs. With dramatic cut-backs in funding for the library’s collection, supplies and programs the Friends contribute money through book sales, membership dues and business sponsors. For information on joining the organization, call 858-7594599 or email 4Sranchfol@gmail.com.
4th Annual 4S Ranch Easter Egg Hunt
4S Ranch Home Owners Association’s 4th Annual Easter Egg Hunt is 9 a.m. to 12 noon on April 23. Once again the HOA has teamed with Ranchland Church on this event, which will be Pioneer Park, also known as “Splash Park” in 4S Ranch. As part of the event, Rancho Santa Fe Fire District firefighters will be serving up pancakes from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. The breakfast cost is $2 per person or $5 per family of four if ordered online at www.4SConnect.com by April 19. Tickets for the pancake breakfast will be $3 per person or $10 per family the day of the event, with all proceeds from the pancake benefit the fire department. Children can also enjoy jumps, games, a DJ – and the everanticipated egg hunt, which begins at 10 a.m. Residents need to register online or have a resident identification the day of the event, which is free for 4S Ranch residents. More information is available at www.4SConnect.com.
Civil Disobedience to Celebrate 4th Anniversary Civil Disobedience BTQ, located in the 4S Commons Town Center, celebrates its 4th Anniversary on Wednesday, March 16. The event – which will feature complimentary beverages, treats, door prizes and special discounts – lasts all day, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Owner Nicki Starr and Cara Pawlowski will host the celebration, which will feature many new arrivals of their spring clothing and accessories. Starr noted that Civil Disobedience BTQ has made its mark in the community as the “affordable” San Diego-4S-Del Sur boutique and is “committed to bringing style and value that is expected in a neighborhood boutique.” Open Monday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Civil Disobedience BTQ specializes in affordable, eclectic, hype, offthe-beaten-path clothing and accessories for men and women. For more information on this event, or to donate a door prize, please email Nicki or Cara at civild4s@yahoo.com or call 858-675-0085.
Youth Football, Cheer Conclude Successful Season
4S Ranch-based Del Norte Youth Football and Cheer concluded its fall 2010 season with several accomplishments. Not only did all the teams complete the season demonstrating the highest ideals of sportsmanship and learning lessons that will last a lifetime, but several squads performed well in
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The Junior Pee Wee squad has consistently made it to the playoffs every year, and after the playoffs the team made a strong showing at the post-season Temecula Gridiron Warriors Tournament of Champions, advancing to the semi-finals. The Mitey Mite cheerleaders had an amazing performance at the San Diego Sports Arena and came home with a Nighthawks second-place victory.
Del Norte Youth Football and Cheer is a non-profit organization that provides youth football and cheer programs for children 5 to 14 years of age in the 4S Ranch, Carmel Mountain Ranch, Rancho Bernardo, Rancho Penasquitos, Poway, Escondido, Del Sur, Santa Luz, Sabre Springs and surrounding communities. The Nighthawks were founded in 2006 as the 4S Ranch Falcons, and in 2009 changed the name to the Nighthawks to align with Del Norte High School. The league’s second year of spring 8-Man football season begins March 26, continuing through May 21. More information is available at www.nighthawksyouthfootball.com.
5th Annual Monterey Ridge Fun Run March 9
4S Monterey Ridge Elementary School’s 5th Annual Fun Run is Wednesday, March 9. Because it takes place during school hours, every student – almost 900 – participates, including the on-campus full day
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Meet 92127 Magazine’s Official Photographer
Spark Photography is owned and operated by Lori Lum, a San Diego resident since 1998. Lum and her husband Art moved to Carmel Mountain Ranch in early 2009, and when the opportunity came for her to photograph for 92127 Magazine and 92131 Magazine, she jumped at the chance. “As a result, I get to be more involved in my community as well as the surrounding communities,” said Lum. “And the assignments allow me to meet interesting new people and make connections I never would have made otherwise.” Spark Photography specializes in portrait and event photography and Lum takes special care to accentuate each client’s unique style and personality. Getting to know her clients allows Lum to create that special set of images that captures a person’s essence and will be treasured for generations to come. She believes that everyone deserves a photographic legacy that includes both informal and formal images. She also contends that it is important to trust formal images to a professional who cares as much as their client does about the personal story they present to the world. Because of her dedication to her profession, Lum is a member of Wedding and Portrait Photographers International (WPPI) and is a board member for the Professional Photographers of San Diego County (PPSDC). For more information, check out Spark Photography’s advertising message in this issue, find them on Facebook (www.facebook.com/sparkpix), or drop Lum an e-mail at lori@sparkpix.com.
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:::: COMMUNITY STUFF PUSD Scholarship Honors Phillips
The family of former Poway Unified School District Superintendent Donald A. Phillips – who died unexpectedly after a brief and sudden illness in December 2010 – has established a special scholarship in his name. The scholarship will provide college funding for a deserving PUSD student with limited resources. Phillips had a well-known passion for education and a focus on college readiness for all students, family members said. Phillips retired at the end of the 2009-2010 school year. Contributions can be sent to “PUSD/Don Phillips Scholarship”, Poway Unified School District, 15250 Avenue of Science, San Diego, CA 92128.
4S Ranch Little League Golf Classic April 26
This year’s annual 4S Ranch Little League Golf Classic is scheduled on April 26 at The Crosby at Rancho Santa Fe, one of the most exclusive country clubs in Southern California. Sponsored by Moser Orthodontics, the golf tournament is followed by cocktail hour, a silent auction, raffle and dinner. Non-golfers and spouses of the golfers are invited to join for the after-golf festivities. Golf registration begins at 10 a.m., with a shotgun start for the four-man scramble at 12:30 p.m. Cocktails and dinner are 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Cost for the event – the primary fundraising activity of the year for the league – is $160 for a single, $600 for a foursome, and $40 for dinner activities only. Golf registration fees include green fees, golf cart, range balls, goodie bag, lunch and dinner. If you are interested in playing, attending the dinner, or sponsoring the golf tournament, contact Chris Jensen at Chris. Jensen@4srll.com. Registration information is available at www.4srll.com.
Free Women’s Self Defense Classes Available
An aggressive man wearing police riot gear charges toward a woman, intending to throw her to the ground. The woman kicks, elbows, and claws her way free for fifteen seconds while a room full of other women watch and cheer her on. Until two months ago, this woman had never even played a sport; now she confidently screams “NO!” as her attacker takes a fierce elbow to the temple and then hits the ground. The woman is a student in the free women’s self defense class taught by the black belt instructors of West Coast Martial Arts Academy. Last year, WCMAA offered the eight-week self defense program for women following the kidnappings of Chelsea King and Amber Dubois. Due to the overwhelming turnout for that program, WCMAA has committed to making it an annual event. The free self defense classes start again at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, March 1 and continue every Tuesday evening for eight weeks. A hidden treasure nestled in the middle of 4S Ranch Business Park, West Coast Martial Arts Academy celebrated its threeyear anniversary this past January. Hundreds of students have begun their lifelong journey in the martial arts at WCMAA since its inception, and the school itself has come a long way since holding its first class on January 14, 2008. WCMAA has hosted free self defense seminars for local groups such as the Girl Scouts of 4S Ranch and the moms from Stroller Strides, as well as the Mount Carmel High School soccer team and various local San Diego businesses. The school offers kids’ and adult classes in several martial arts disciplines, as well as private lessons and seminars from top martial arts masters from around the country. For information on the free women’s self defense program, call the West Coast Martial Arts Academy at 858-451-5425 or visit www.wcmaasd.com.
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and community volunteers launched the Del Sur Educational Foundation in 2009. In addition to its annual Night at the Ranch, the Foundation hosts a farmers market every Thursday on the corner of Camino del Norte and Lone Quail Rd. in San Diego, and plans to host a 5K, golf tournament, and other events throughout the year. Night at the Ranch is sponsored in part by Black Mountain Ranch, LLC and the Del Sur homebuilders. For more information on the neighborhoods at Del Sur, visit www.DelSurLiving. com. Local business On Corp Us, Inc. also donated several RCA televisions to be used as raffle and auction items. ¢
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It’s All About Saving Lives Motion Skills’ Innovative Driver Training Program Strives to Close Gap in DMV Licensing Process
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hristy and Kris Rolfson were inspired by a real-life experience when they opened Motion Skills earlier this year. “The idea to start the company came after watching every parent’s nightmare come true – when our son received his driver’s license, even though he had no knowledge of driving beyond the answers to state laws and basic driving rules,” Christy said. “While our son could pass a multiple choice test regarding driving, we knew that it did not accurately reflect his safety and skill as a driver.” That gap they identified in driver education being presented to teenagers – missing any practical knowledge to be applied to their actual driving technique – put emphasis on the importance of the new enterprise. And it also gave rise to their most important goal for Motion Skills: Saving lives. Motion Skills, at its centrally-located San Diego facility off Miramar Road, provides professional education and training services to automobile drivers, including expert instruction on how to reduce accidents, increase fuel economy, avoid traffic citations, handle emergency driving situations, take care of mechanical breakdowns, save money, and minimize potential injury. But this is not just another driving school; instead, Motion Skills is a revolutionary concept. “First, we do not focus on the laws and rules that driving schools must concentrate on for their customers to pass the licensing tests. Motion Skills specifically targets the critical issues that affect driving,” Christy said.
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Features/Services: • Driving safety sessions for middle, high school students. • Comprehensive training in the safety of our facility (no vehicle driving). • Hands-on learning, utilizing a specialized simulator, providing instruction on both driving safety and motor vehicle maintenance so students learn: • 10 ways to reduce accidents • How to change a tire, jump start a car • 3 quick ways to increase MPG and save the environment • How to call for roadside assistance • Ways to reduce traffic tickets • Reasons not to text while driving.
“And, second, we provide both pre- and post-DMV license training. Preparing students prior to licensing places key information into their long-term memory, giving them the advantage when going through the DMV process. This, coupled with the post-DMV license training provides the foundation for a lifetime of skills aimed at safe driving.” A special simulator – developed specifically to help teach and retain the skills learned – is integral to the training program at Motion Skills. Christy Rolfson grew up in Rancho Penasquitos, graduated from San Diego State University, and has worked in the biotech industry for the last 20 years. Her husband, Kris, grew up in Rancho Bernardo and has worked in the area since graduating college. While Kris spent many years as an engineer, he always found time to race in go-karts, cars, offroad, and motocross – and the past eight years has focused teaching in public schools and as a youth minister at Cloud-
break Church in 4S Ranch. While Christy handles the management at Motion Skills, Kris leads the instruction. “Over the years Kris has been passionate about racing and the engineering of automobiles and brings to the business an accumulated sense of knowledge and lessons learned from practical experience behind the wheel,” Christy noted. “Kris’s years teaching in public school and youth ministry provides the knowledge to connect with teens and to be an effective instructor when it comes to classroom education, comprehension, and retention.” Motion Skills provides instruction at both the middle school and high school levels: the two-hour session for • During middle school students, participants
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Skills does not believe in and strongly discourages texting while driving, drinking while driving, and illegal street racing,” Christy said. The middle school session is $49 (and allows for a 10% discount on the future high school session). The high school session is $239, which includes a six-month follow-up training session and a year of free texting updates (and a 10% discount is available when signing up with a friend). “The bottom line is that our skills save lives and we seek to educate drivers with skills through training not found anywhere else,” Christy said, noting that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention now ranks motor vehicle crashes as the leading cause of death for teens. “Motion Skills offers a chance to learn critical, relevant, driving-related skills in a caring environment that lasts for a lifetime.” Christy also believes Motion Skills provides “a beacon of hope” to parents with teenagers about to get behind the wheel of a car on San Diego area roads and highways. “Life is too short to take it carelessly,” she said. “Get your license through the DMV, but come to us for a lifetime of safe driving.” For additional information on Motion Skills and its innovative teen driver training programs, visit www.MotionSkills.com or call 858-240-4349. ¢ 92127 Magazine
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articipation in youth sports is rising steadily across the U.S. during the past 20 years. Millions of children nationwide – and thousands in 92127’s communities and neighborhoods – participate in a wide range of organized sports activities Softball Q&A throughout the year. Del Norte High’s Experts see a number of benefits to participating in youth sports, from building independence and confidence to developing a sense of achievement Spring and positive self-image – to learning leadership qualities and improving agility, Sports Preview Little League Q&A coordination, endurance and strength. In 92127, youth sports are a part of the lifestyle, with parents hustling multiple kids participating in multiple sports at multiple locations. This is part of the “Saturday Shuffle” locally – with Mom and Dad splitting up responsibilities, shuttling little athletes to various venues, rushing to get half-time and end-ofgame snacks, tracking down uniforms (and making sure they’re clean), and looking for all the gear. And this continues throughout the year locally, in sports activities ranging Readers’ Quotes from basketball and football to lacrosse and karate, and from tennis and roller hockey to swimming and soccer. This spring, roughly 700 local young people will participate in two of the 4S Ranch largest leagues: 4S Ranch Girls Fastpitch Softball and 4S Ranch Little League. We Little League’s asked the presidents of both leagues to share with the readers of 92127 Magazine some details about their organizations and the impact they have on the communities they serve. Opening Day
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with 4S Ranch Girls Fastpitch Softball League Michael Roberts, president of the 4S Ranch Girls Fastpitch Softball league, answered questions about the organization – which involves about 165 participants this spring, plus dozens of coaches, team moms and other volunteers. Name: League: Position: Age: Job/Profession:
Michael Roberts 4S Ranch Girls Softball President 46 Retirement Plan Consultant, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Years Involved: Since inception Family: Wife, Sandra; four children Hobbies/Interests: Running, coaching youth sports, travel, reading
92127 Question: Can you give us some history of 4S Ranch Girls Fastpitch Softball? Roberts: 4S Ranch Girls Softball started in January 2009. The program was moved from Little League to a more competitive format and the governing body for high school, college and the Olympics: ASA(Amateur Softball Association). The principal founders were to teaching our Mike Roberts, Edward me” attitude and Stepanow and Chris coaches, umpires Scioscia.
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92127 Question: Among the other youth softball leagues in San Diego County, what is unique about 4S Ranch Girls Fastpitch Softball? Roberts: We are unique in that our organization is very young and has been successful in growing participants and volunteers by seeking to incorporate our general membership needs and goals. There is a sense that the organization truly belongs to the children and participation is open to any parent. 92127 Question: Besides registration fees, how is the league funded? Are there any special events planned? Roberts: We count on individual and corporate sponsors to offset scholarships for needy families, equipment and field maintenance expense. We will be hosting a yearend closing ceremony featuring members from the last U.S. Softball Olympic Team. 92127 Question: What are the future challenges or opportunities facing the league? Roberts: Field space is the number one priority. Last year our organization grew by 65% and the continued growth anticipated will put a tremendous strain on suitable field availability. 92127 Question: How can a parent or other adult become involved in the league (as a coach, or umpire, or other volunteer)? Roberts: They can contact me at mikeroberts@4srgsbl.com for more information. 92127 Question: When is opening day? Roberts: For the 2011 spring season, opening day was Feb. 26. ¢
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What is the most significant benefit your children receive through participation in local youth sports programs and activities?
‘An expansion of inherent wanderlust. Through sports, they begin to see a whole world of others playing their sport and will inevitably want to explore it.’ - John Meyer, 4S Ranch
‘Youth sports teaches our kids how to channel their competitive spirit, while also learning how to better cooperate with others on their team. These are skills they will need the rest of their lives.’ - Scott Slate, 4S Ranch
‘Our boys benefit greatly from sports programs in 4S Ranch as they have learned the value of team work, sportsmanship, critical ‘Staying active by playing sports benefits my child in many ways, skills and responsibility exercise, learning what it takes to be your best at something, hard and have made life-long work pays off and playing together as a team is always a winning friends along the way. combination.’ - Jeff Schmidt, 4S Ranch - Tammy McDonald, 4S Ranch ‘Youth sports provides an opportunity for ‘Teaching kids the value of a sport leads to them learning how small improvements can lead to big success – a lesson they’ll always cherish.’ - Nicole Carusa, 4S Ranch ‘My child’s ‘Teamwork is the participation in greatest benefit to sports provides an youth sports. Both my opportunity for them girls have learned that to learn about how your individual skill practice, preparation is not enough to be and hard work successful. You need to make them better. communicate and Athletics provide work together.’ an opportunity to - Shelli Binkle Storvold, build their skills in 4S Ranch working with others, coaches, teammates and officials. They get to work within a framework of rules, rewards, metrics and goals. And they can have fun doing it all. - Jerry Storvold, 4S Ranch
children to learn the importance of teamwork as well as building a work ethic for their future. Working together for a common goal is so important and will benefit them in many aspects of their own lives as they grow. I have never seen any child who did not benefit from participating in youth sports, but I have seen some who have missed out by not getting out there and being part of a team.’ - Jeff Ciccarella, 4S Ranch
‘It provides an environment where they learn valuable life lessons on teamwork, respect for authority, good sportsmanship, and working hard towards a goal.’ - Ken Prentiss, 4S Ranch ‘It allows them to make ‘The first is new friends and teaches socializing with them about being part others in the of a team and working community, but toward a common goal. outside of school. It These are great life skills gives them a more to learn!’ - Lisa Herndon, diverse background 4S Ranch of experiences and cultures to be exposed to and learn about. The second is developing the sense of a “team”, which will become more important when our kids grow up and enter the workplace.’ -Tim Wong, 4S Ranch
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with 4S Ranch Little League Chris Jensen, president of the 4S Ranch Little League, answered questions about the organization – which involves about 520 participants this spring, plus dozens of coaches, team moms and other volunteers. Name: Chris Jensen League: 4S Ranch Little League Position: League President, Golf Tournament Director Age: 47 Job/Profession: Private Investigator, ESI International Inc. Years Involved: 6 years Family: Wife, Lisa; three stepsons Hobbies/Interests: Golf, travel
92127 Question: On March 12, 2005, Mike Nelson’s vision Can you give us some became a reality, as the first season got under way. history of the 4S Ranch With 27 teams in five different divisions, the 310 Little League? boys and girls of 4S Ranch Little League set out on a Jensen: 4S Ranch course to compete in 244 games. Little League was the vision of Mike Nel92127 Question: How many youths will participate in the league son, the league’s first this year? President. In April 2004, Jensen: In 2011, the league will field 43 teams in six different diviMike Nelson and Rich Moore (current board member and Single A sions. The 521 boys and girls who make up the 43 teams are scheduled Manager) founded the league by chartering with Little League Interto play in 774 games. national in Williamsport, Penn. For the remainder of the year in 2004, Mike Nelson worked tirelessly to fulfill his dream of providing first 92127 Question: Besides the spring/summer season, what other class facilities and uniforms for the new league known as 4S Ranch seasons does the league play? Little League. Jensen: The traditional Little League season goes from March to Rick Wagner, the second President of 4S Ranch Little League June, followed by All-Star play which usually concludes in July – but recalls his son (and himself) being recruited by Mike Nelson: potentially could run until August and the Little League World Series “I was watching TV one evening in 2000 – sometime in October in Williamsport, Penn. During the fall, 4S Ranch Little League runs a I believe – when the phone rang. It was Mike Nelson calling to speak “watered down” version of Little League known as “Fall Ball”. with my son Austin who had just turned 11 years old, and was looking forward to the Rancho Bernardo Little League season. Mr. Nelson told 92127 Question: What are the goals and the philosophy of the 4S my son that he was starting a new Little League, and that Austin was Ranch Little League? eligible to play in the league. He told Austin Jensen: The goal of 4S Ranch Little that it was going to be “first rate”, and that ‘The goal of 4S Ranch Little League is not to develop good baseball playit was going to have brand new fields, new ers. The goal is to develop good people, and League is not to develop good we use baseball as the mechanism to do that. equipment, great uniforms, and that it would baseball players. The goal be the best League around. Austin agreed is to develop good people, 92127 Question: Among the other youth to play and handed the phone to me. Mike asked me to come by his house the following and we use baseball as the baseball leagues in San Diego County, what is week for a meeting, and maybe I would help unique about the 4S Ranch Little League? mechanism to do that.’ with starting up the League. I wound up on Jensen: 4S Ranch Little League is a ~ Chris Jensen, President the board, and with a second full time job strictly volunteer run program. We have an 4S Ranch Little League, helping to run the league for the next several unbelievable board consisting of 27 of the Golf Tournament Director years. Mike was true to his promise, and on most dedicated volunteers I have ever worked March 12, 2005, we held the first opening day with. In addition to the Board, we have in 4S Ranch Little League history. Despite the huge amount of effort approximately 200 Managers, Coaches, Umpires, Scorekeepers and on the part of everyone involved, it was a fantastic day, and one I will Team Parents who drive the machine that is 4S Ranch Little League. remember for the rest of my years.” By February 2005, 4S Ranch Little League had 310 boys and 92127 Question: Besides registration fees, how is the league fundgirls (ages 5-14) signed up to play in the inaugural season. The initial ed? Can you tell about the league’s fundraising events and activities? response was unprecedented, and 4S Ranch Little League was recJensen: The League registration fees only cover a portion of the ognized by Little League International as the largest start up in Little league’s operating budget. The league generates a large portion of its League history. Newland Communities was instrumental in providing operating expenses from generous sponsor donations. We are very beautiful fields to showcase the new league. In a February 25, 2005, fortunate to have the backing of the businesses in our community. article in the North County Times, Mike Nelson stated that the park Their support over the years has allowed us to continue to provide first was a “dream come true” for the boys and girls who had been waiting class facilities for the boys and girls of 4S Ranch. Any businesses or to play baseball in our community. “It’s basically going to be a field of families interested in sponsoring a team this season can contact our dreams for these kids.” Sponsors Director, Chris Deck at Chris.Deck@4srll.com. facebook.com/92127magazine
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Did You Know?
Although it began in 2005, 4S Ranch Little League has had only three presidents since the organization began: • Mike Nelson: 2005, 2006 • Rick Wagner: 2007, 2008 • Rick Wagner: 2007, 2008
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For its 2011 spring season, 4S Ranch Little League: • Will field 43 teams • Will have 521 players • Is scheduled to play 774 games • Expects to use 2,280 baseballs • Will have more than 200 volunteer managers, coaches, scorekeepers and umpires making the season successful
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In 1938 – even though he had no sons – a man named Carl Stotz had the idea for an organized baseball league for boys in his hometown of Williamsport, Penn. For a complete history of Little League baseball, visit www.92127Magazine.com.
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In addition to our local sponsors, 4S Ranch Little League hosts an annual golf tournament as our primary fundraiser. In 2006, I suggested to Mike Nelson that we hold a golf tournament in order to raise funds for the league. Mike said, “Great idea Chris, you run it.” Each year since then, the annual golf tournament has become one of the social highlights of the season, and continues to provide the league with the revenue needed to operate. Last year, we were very excited to add Dr. Noel Moser (Moser Orthodontics) as our title sponsor for the golf tournament. We were able to hold the tournament at The Crosby, one of the most exclusive country clubs in the area. This year, we are thrilled to announce that the Moser Orthodontics 4S Ranch Little League Golf Classic will return to The Crosby on Tuesday, April 26. Following a great day of golf, the festivities include a cocktail hour, silent auction, raffle and dinner. Nongolfers and spouses of the golfers are invited to join us for the after-golf festivities. Last year, we sold out of tickets, and anticipate the same this year. If you are interested in playing, attending the dinner, or sponsoring the golf tournament, please contact Chris Jensen at Chris.Jensen@4srll.com. 92127 Question: What are the future challenges or opportunities facing the league? Jensen: I think our biggest challenge moving forward is space. We currently only have three regulation fields available for use. Two of the fields are at the San Diego County 4S Ranch Sports Park, and the other is a 4S Ranch Home Owners Association (HOA) field. These three fields are shared proportionally with 4S Ranch Girls Fastpitch Softball, and both organizations are negatively impacted. The two organizations work together to find every available piece of grass to practice and play on, but we both need more space. We were excited to see the developer put in a new baseball field at the recently opened Liberty Park on the north side of 4S Ranch. The structure is exactly the same as the HOA field currently in use, including a backstop, dugouts and bleachers. However, we have been told that Liberty Park is scheduled to be turned over to San Diego County this summer, and that the county plans on prohibiting youth sports organizations from using the field. The county’s official position is that the park was zoned for “passive use” only, and despite the infrastructure in place, 4S Ranch Little League and 4S Ranch Girls March | April 2011
Fastpitch Softball will not be allowed to use the field. We are currently in discussions with the County Advisory Board and the County Department of Parks and Recreation to see if a better solution can be reached for the youth of 4S Ranch. 92127 Question: How can a parent or other adult become involved in the league (as a coach, or umpire, or other volunteer)? Jensen: As discussed above, 4S Ranch Little League is a completely volunteer organization. The reason we have been so successful in a short period of time is due to the incredible volunteerism of our parents and supporters. Volunteer positions include board members, coaches, umpires, team parents, opening day committee, golf tourney committee or a host of other opportunities. Speaking from experience, we know that you will find that the time you spend will be personally rewarding, and will help shape the lives of the boys and girls in 4S Ranch. 92127 Question: Anything else should our readers know about the league? Jensen: The vision of Mike Nelson has become a reality. There is nothing better than going down to the park on a warm evening after work, and seeing all of your neighbors and friends enjoying their kid’s baseball games. It is a “social event” six nights per week. ¢
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ithin a tight knit community, where kids and sports have top billing, it’s not surprising that 4S Ranch Little League’s Opening Day Ceremony – set for March 5 at 4S Ranch Sports Park – has as much pomp and circumstance as the Major Leagues. Day-of-ceremony preparations begin as early as 4 a.m., with balloon artists and red-white-blue decorations adorning the fields and fences of 4S Ranch Sports Park. A scurry of activity begins at daybreak with professional sound equipment and staging to amplify the tightly run one-hour program. Using prior years as the standard, the audience of about 2,000 will be treated to a line-up of notables sure to inspire this generation of athletes, including: • The Master of Ceremonies will be AM 600 KOGO news/talk radio host Chip Franklin. • Kicking off the program at 8 a.m. will be American Idol contestant and reigning Miss California Arianna Afsar, who will give the crowd an inspirational song worthy of a national audience. • Family, friends and athletes alike will be treated to a keynote address by 17-year MLB veteran Dave Stewart, whose baseball career spanned the rosters of the Athletics, Dodgers, Rangers, Blue Jays and Phillies. Dave “Smoke” Stewart was a 20-game winner four consecutive years, played on three World Championship teams, and was the 1989 World Series MVP. • A fun-filled hometown rendition of “Take Me Out to the Ballgame” by local recording artist and 4S Red Sox Manager
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Carey Sorel that will lead to the highlight of the program – the Parade of Teams – with more than 500 Little Leaguers donned in full uniform. • Special invited guests, including the Pad Squad and Friar Mascot. • The ceremony will appropriately conclude with Miss California performing the National Anthem, along with a presentation of colors by a regiment provided by the U.S. Marine Corps. Opening Day baseball games begin at 9:15 a.m. sharp and continue throughout the day. ¢
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Nighthawks Spring Sports Preview
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Head Coach: Jeff Sutherland • RBHS Boys Varsity Assistant Coach, 2007-2009 • Coach at Epic Volleyball Club in Poway • 2009: Led club team, Epic 17-Jeff, to the National Championship game at Junior Olympics; 2nd place in nation • Played 3 years at Azusa Pacific University Practices begin: Feb. 19 First game: Mar. 11 Coach’s Outlook: “The Nighthawks will return a very young, but athletic team for its inaugural varsity season. With a very tough non-league and league schedule, the team should be well prepared for CIF.”
Baseball Head Coach: Rielly Embrey • 2nd year as head baseball coach at Del Norte • Previously coached JV team at Rancho Bernardo and Freshmen team at Westview • Played professionally in the San Diego Padres organization • Played 4 years at San Diego State University, earning AllConference and Academic All-American honors • Graduate of Poway High School Practices Begin: Feb. 19 First Game: Mar. 5 vs. Santa Fe Christian Coach’s Outlook: “Obviously, we will be a very young team, with no seniors. Solid pitching and strong defense will be our foundation as our players adjust to the Varsity level of competition. We hope to utilize our team speed on the bases and timely hitting at the plate to fuel our offense. We’ll look for big contributions from Garret Reese behind the plate and Dakota Wilson on the mound, as well as several members of a strong sophomore class.”
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Head Coach: Steve Kuptz • 1981 graduate of Stanford University • 2010 Junior Varsity Team won the Valley League Championship with a 13-1 league record and 19-3 overall record • 2009 Palomar League, North County Conference and CIF Coach of the Year • 2009 National Fastpitch Coaches Association West Region Coach of the Year • Career Record of 153-49 • Founder of San Diego Legacy Travel Softball Organization Tryouts: Feb. 19 Practices Begin: Feb. 26 First Game: Mar. 7 vs. Our Lady of Peace at OLP First Home Game: Mar. 9 vs. Fallbrook, 3:30 p.m. Coach’s Outlook: “We have a solid group of players coming back from our 2010 Junior Varsity and Frosh teams. It will be an exciting first season as we expect to be competitive in the Valley League and compete for a CIF Division IV Championship.”
Swim and Dive Head Coach: Tim Reed • 20 years in aquatics • Won 9 Metro League titles in swimming • 4-time Metro League coach of the year • Experienced coaching/teaching in swimming, diving, water polo, scuba, kayaking, sailing Practices Begin: Feb. 21 First Meet: To be determined Coach’s Outlook: “In our second season we will continue to improve and strive to be at the top in leagues and qualify athletes for CIF. Hard work and attention to detail will continue to build Del Norte Aquatics to a top quality program.”
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Girls Lacrosse Head Coach: Karin Eddy • Salisbury University graduate • 2007 Assistant Varsity Coach, Rancho Bernardo • Local coach for various club teams • Started DNHS girls lacrosse program last year Head Coach: Caroline Yeatman • San Diego State University graduate • Local coach for various club teams and camps • Helped start the DNHS girls lacrosse initial season
Track and Field Head Coach: Chris Ruff • 19th year as a track and field coach • Spent 13 years in the Grossmont Conference, with an overall record was 110-15-2 as a Head Coach at Both El Capitan and Helix high schools • 4-year varsity letterman in track and field at El Capitan High School, where he graduated in 1990 • 2-year letterman at San Diego State University Practices Begin: Feb. 19, 9 a.m. First Match: Mar. 5; 1st Annual Frosh-Soph at DNHS, 2 p.m. Team Website: www.nighthawkstrack.com Coach’s Outlook: “We obviously have a very young team. We are in a new league this year that should allow us to be very competitive in our first varsity track season. We will have well over 100 student athletes participate in 2011, many of which are members of the Nighthawks Cross Country teams that finished as Division 4 SDCIF Champions (Girls) and Runners-Up (Boys) this past season.”
Practices Begin: Feb. 19 First Match: Mar. 5, at home vs. San Dieguito Coach’s Outlook: “We are looking forward to another successful season. Placed in the Avocado league this year, we anticipate great competition. Our team, comprised of many talented returning players as well as new eager athletes, is ready to meet this challenge head on!”
Boys Tennis Head Boys Coach: Brandon Sieh • Former Men’s Tennis Coach at Indiana University • Current Athletic Director at The Crosby Club • USPTA Teaching Professional Practices Begin: Feb. 24 First Match: Mar. 3 Coach’s Outlook: “The team will be led by Junior Caywin Zhuang, Del Norte’s number one singles player. We won JV League Title last year and we are looking to improve during practice as we enter our first year of Varsity. The team will have to rely on hard work and player development to have a successful season.”
Boys Lacrosse Head Coach: Matt Hunt • DN Boys Lacrosse 2010 JV record 6-10 • 10th year coaching in PUSD • Graduate of Ohio University
Boys Golf
Tryouts : Feb. 19, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Practices Begin: Feb. 21 First Game: Mar. 15 vs. La Jolla at La Jolla First Home Game: Mar. 21 vs. Poway, 7 p.m. Coach’s Outlook: “We are very excited to continue building the foundation of a consistently competitive Boys Lacrosse program that will represent our school with pride while making our community proud. We have a tremendous group of players and coaches who are committed to this ideal and are striving to achieve this on a daily basis.”
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Head Coach: Mike Reifeiss • Rancho Bernardo High School graduate • Golf scholarship to San Diego State University • Graduate of San Diego State University • 2000 – Turned Pro • 2008 – Qualified for the Regional Finals for the LDA event Tryouts: Feb. 21-23 (including JV) First Match: Mar. 7 against Westview, RB Inn Coach’s Outlook: “I hope the boys keep up with the girls, with another league title. We have a young team, but very talented.”
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love of children's books, reading, and a desire to teach are just some of the characteristics that make Louise Nichols a wonderful role model and volunteer with the OASIS reading program. Nichols, who was already volunteering within the community, saw an article in the newspaper and decided to get involved in the program. "I liked the emphasis on making reading fun, and I called" said Nichols. ASIS Intergenerational Tutoring is a group that matches children who need help with an adult volunteer trained to make reading and writing fun. They spend one hour per week together, reading and writing, playing reading games and doing other activities designed to promote a love of reading. Poway Unified School District has almost 150 volunteer reading tutors through the OASIS program. According to Nichols, "It's a great way for retirees to make a real impact and to have fun doing it." Nichols and her husband David, a retired U.S. Navy aviator, have been residents of Westwood (Rancho Bernardo) for more than 35 years. She retired two years ago from her job of 36 years as a Child Passenger Safety Technician/ Instructor, where she taught others the correct use of seatbelts and child safety seats. Volunteering is a big part of Nichols' life. She volunteers for another reading program, "Everyone A Reader", and in the classroom at Stone Ranch Elementary in 4S Ranch, where her two granddaughters attend to school. Last summer, Nichols spent a month in the African nation of Cameroon with the Lutheran Church of Incarnation youth group working in a hospital. "We cleaned, scraped, sanded, and painted 10 hospital rooms with the youth there,” said Nichols of the global mission work. In her spare time, Nichols enjoys reading, word games, traveling and collecting mice-related items and children's books about mice. "I have a very large collection of mice, including pins, which I wear while working at school. The children love to see which pin I am wearing. Sometimes they don't see the mouse pin, and then I have on mouse earrings,” she said. But it’s the volunteer program that gives her a good feeling of giving back to the community. "It is so rewarding to read with children and to see their confidence, minds and skills grow," Nichols said. "I hope my love of books and reading is passed along to them just as my mother's was passed to me." ¢
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Name: OASIS Intergenerational Tutoring Purpose: To help children learn to love reading by matching each child with a trained older adult from the community who comes to school once a week and serves as a one-onone reading tutor and reading buddy. Contact Information: Jane Radatz, coordinator of OASIS Tutoring for the Poway Unified School District, 858-485-5449, jradatz@att.net; or visit www.shokprogram.com.
Volunteer Profile Name: Louise Nichols Age: 63 Residence: Westwood Family: Married 41.5 Years to David 2 children, 3 grandchildren Church: Lutheran Church of the Incarnation Volunteer Affiliation: OASIS Reading Program Professional Background: Retired Child Passenger Safety Technician/ Instructor
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YMCA Launches ‘Partner with Youth’ Fundraising Campaign R
ancho Family YMCA in Rancho Penasquitos launched an aggressive 2011 fundraising campaign, designed to raise $225,000 to meet the needs of more than 250 youths and adults. Chaired by Steve O’Kane, this year’s Partner with Youth program is designed to enable the YMCA to impact the community throughout youth development, a focus on healthy living, and a sense of social responsibility. “The Partner with Youth campaign provides opportunities for individuals to share their own YMCA stories in our community,” O’Kane said. “All of the funds raised stay at your YMCA to support and develop programs that reinforce the YMCA’s mission. I am honored to serve as the chair of the fundraising program.” The campaign officially began in February when more than 120 community volunteers kick off the program, with a special address by former San Diego television news personality Carol LeBeau. LeBeau, who grew up in the YMCA, is passionate about the Y’s cause to strengthen the foundation of the community.
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This year’s annual fundraiser is designed to directly assist youth and families in the local service area with: The inclusion of children with disabilities and special needs in programs and camps. Provide direct financial assistance for youth and families experiencing financial hardships in our service area to participate in programs such as camps, sports leagues, swimming lessons, gymnastics, health and fitness classes. Prevention of childhood illness with the “Fit Kids and Families” program in conjunction with our local schools. Examples include physical education programs, playground partners, Ride Across California and sport clinics. Rancho Family YMCA serves the communities of 4S Ranch, Del Sur, Rancho Penasquitos, Rancho Bernardo, Poway, Mira Mesa, and other surrounding neighborhoods. For more information, or to volunteer for the fundraising effort – or to make a direct donation pledge – contact the Rancho Family YMCA at 858-4848788, ext. 218 or visit www.rancho@ymca.org. ¢
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he developer of Del Sur, San Diego’s master-planned community embracing open space, trails and neighborhood parks, is supporting one man’s dream for a “Trail for All People”. Working to assist trail visionary Jas Arnold of Rick Engineering in San Diego, Black Mountain Ranch LLC has deeded approximately two acres to the city of San Diego. Located within Black Mountain Open Space Park, these two acres will accommodate Arnold’s “Trail for All People” – a 1,000-foot-long, paved loop that will be five feet wide and gently sloped to accommodate wheelchair users. The trail will be integrated within an existing 25-mile network of trails that wind their way throughout Santaluz, Del Sur and the slopes of Black Mountain. “Everyone should have access to our natural surroundings, especially with views like Black Mountain and Mount Woodson,” said Arnold, a land surveyor, who for more than four years has been working toward creation of a trail that
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tee, on which Arnold serves. A significant amount of support has been provided by the Friends of Los Penasquitos Canyon, Rick Engineering and many others. The “Trail for All People” will include a view-
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ing pavilion, benches and informative signage. Currently a dirt path, the “Trail for All People” next will go through an entitlement process and then fundraising for trail construction. According to Arnold, the trail may be completed as quickly as spring 2012. For more information, visit www.TrailforAllPeople.com. “Founded on the ideals of smart growth, Del Sur offers acres of dedicated open space as well as individual parks within architecturally diverse neighborhoods,” said Bill Ostrem, president and CEO of Black Mountain Ranch LLC, developer of Del Sur. “We’re honored to assist Jas and the citizen’s advisory committee in creating this new accessible trail.” Additional recreational amenities and new home neighborhoods at Del Sur are expected to open during the first quarter of 2011. By March, a total of eight model complexes will be open within the community. For more information on the neighborhoods at Del Sur, visit www.DelSurLiving.com. ¢
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RELAX Zen Spa Brings Healing, Balance, and Relaxation to the Whole Body Relax. You’re experiencing Zen Spa. From the welcoming entrance featuring Zen music and aromatherapy – to the tea, water and chocolates offered to clients – it’s clear the goal is to make the one feel completely at ease. “We want you to feel comfortable here,” said owner Vivian Umenei. “Zen Spa is clean, modern, and professional. We are a neighborhood spot that provides a place for working professionals and stay-athome moms the opportunity to come and relax, get wellness at a reasonable price without any monthly fees.” Located at 11865 Carmel Mountain Road, Zen Spa offers the best blend of eastern and western modalities of body treatments to bring healing, balance and relaxation to the whole body, according to Umenei. Among the unique therapies offered: • Customized Body Massage, designed to the individual’s specific needs. • Authentic Healing Reflexology, based on Chinese medicine • Customized Facials, featuring Epicurean facial products and Glo Therapeutics, rarely found in the area. • Waxing Services, utilizing Lycon wax that clients claim is less painful. The facility boasts nine highly skilled therapists, all with five years or more experience – and an esthetician with more than a 10 years experience. 56
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Zenspa (Carmel Mountain Ranch) Vivian Umenei Manager 5 years February 2010 11865 Carmel Mountain Road, Suite 1102 www.zenspasandiego.com customercare@zenspasandiego.com 858-521-0088
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t’s casual, it’s authentic and it’s relevant. That is what people find from Pastor Ken Hoelscher and Carmel Mountain Church, where he leads the ministry. “Carmel Mountain Church is a vibrant and exciting place for kids to have fun learning about God. We are a safe haven to find and grow our faith – to become a community of Christ followers.” Hoelscher, who has spent 22 years in the ministry, holds a BA in Economics from San Diego State University and is currently working on his Masters of Divinity degree at Rockbridge Seminary. He lives with his wife of 10 years, Karla, and their three children (Cody, 14; Isabel, 12; and Justin, 8) in the Park Village neighborhood of Rancho Penasquitos. In his spare time, Hoelscher enjoys reading, playing and watching football, riding Harley-Davidson motorcycles, and making music on his keyboard and guitar. The church, relatively new to the area, opened its doors in December 2009 and initially held services monthly. After the grand opening in September 2010, the church started having weekly
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services. “We have seen a 32% growth in the last 60 days, and that does not seem to be slowing down,” said Pastor Hoelscher, who describes his church as the ideal place for families new to the neighborhood. “Many people are moving into the area and know that if they go to a new church, then everybody is just like them – new.” The atmosphere and culture at the church is both warm and welcoming, according to Hoelscher. Those in attendance will be treated to a well-planned service with high-energy worship music performed by quality musicians. You will hear some traditional worship music, but you may also hear a song by Cold Play, Train, Black Eyed Peas, or other Top 40 music artists. Movie and TV clips, as well as other visual props, are used to help communicate what is being taught on that day. “We are highly relevant. You won’t hear it on Sunday if you can’t use it on Monday,” the pastor said. “Our faith should make a difference in our life and the lives of the people around us.” But don’t mistake a casual atmosphere for casual worship. According to Hoelscher, “We are a casual place March | April 2011
Carmel Mountain Church is a vibrant and exciting place for kids to have fun learning about God – a safe haven to find and grow faith and to become a community of Christ followers.
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and a casual group of people. However, we do take our faith in Jesus Christ very seriously.” The church exists to help people find Jesus, follow Jesus and further Jesus, he said, noting that “…Whatever your personal relationship is with Jesus, Carmel Mountain Church is there to help you continue in your faith.” The church has several programs for children. Object lessons, taught by other parents, are used to teach kids about the Bible and how much God loves them. “This allows them to have fun learning about God, and they remember it,” said Hoelscher. In addition, the church will be sponsoring several special events for young people, including an Easter Egg Hunt at Hilltop Park on April 23 and sports camps in June and July, also at Hilltop. Carmel Mountain Church welcomes people of all backgrounds and faiths. Services occur every Sunday at 10 a.m. at Black Mountain Middle School, 9353 Oviedo Street in Rancho Penasquitos. For additional information, call 858-232-3544 or visit www.CarmelMountainChurch.com. ¢ 92127magazine.com
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Points or No Points?
What Loan is Best For You? Below are a Few Pointers. No Point/No Fee Loans
Loans with Closing Costs
Benefits: The main benefit to a No Point/No Fee loan is that you have no out-of-pocket costs. As a result, if the rates drop in the future, you could refinance again without the need to take closing costs into consideration.
Benefits: The main benefit to paying closing costs and/or origination fees is that your rate is typically lower than a No Point/No Fee loan. You will end up saving a substantial amount of interest paid over time.
Disadvantages: The main disadvantage to a No Point/No Fee loan is that they are typically higher rates than loans with closing costs and/or origination fees. If you intend to keep the loan for a long period of time, you will end up paying more interests in the long run due to the higher rates.
Disadvantages: The primary disadvantage to obtaining a loan with closing costs and/or origination fees is the fact that it costs you more initially to obtain the loan. You must do a “break-even” analysis to determine whether or not the upfront fees outway the long-term savings.
Dave LaRose has over 12 years of lending experience. He personally handles his client’s mortgage transactions from start to finish.
Sales Activity Address
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Beds Baths Est SF
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December 16 thru February 15, 2011 Beds
Baths
Est SF
Price
11185 Florindo Rd
3
2
1548
412,000
9851 Deer Ridge Pl
5
3
3296
700,000
10002 Fieldthorn St
3
3
1410
419,900
17173 Ralphs Ranch Rd
4
5
3481
705,000
10945 Autillo Wy
4
2
1560
419,000
17252 4s Ranch Pkwy
5
6
3687
685,000
10083 Fieldthorn St
3
3
1581
455,000
10219 Sienna Hills Dr
5
5
3574
730,000
11234 Trailside Ct
4
3
1835
460,000
7688 Via Cortona
5
4
3342
720,000
17815 Pueblo Vista
3
3
1728
500,000
17824 Azucar Wy
4
3
2827
745,000
9929 Fieldthorn St
3
3
1690
490,000
16746 Deer Ridge Rd
4
3
3824
740,000
16180 Lofty Trail Dr
3
2
1641
464,000
7667 Via Cortona
3
4
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745,000
8373 Parkside Crescent
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1961
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17024 Blue Shadows Ln
2
3
3387
790,000
11217 Florindo Rd
5
3
2468
485,000
14570 Caminito Lazanja
3
3
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833,000
17016 New Rochelle
4
3
1957
489,200
7678 Via Vivaldi
3
4
3038
840,000
17477 Cabela Dr
4
2
1913
499,000
17228 Turf Club Drive Dr
2
3
3622
896,900
17025 New Rochelle
3
3
1873
481,500
8137 Santaluz Village Green S
3
4
2900
948,000
8412 Reagan Gln
3
3
1930
480,000
7362 Rancho Ventana Trl
4
4
3975
1,010,000
16663 Deer Ridge Rd
3
3
2043
519,000
14517 Caminito Lazanja
4
4
3144
1,015,000
15675 Paseo Montenero
3
3
2047
500,000
17038 San Antonio Rose Ct
3
5
3605
1,155,000
8495 Blackburn Ln
3
3
2047
523,236
7410 Rancho Cabrillo Trl
4
4
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1,070,000
16469 Snowbells Ln
3
3
1862
517,000
7917 Entrada De Luz East
3
4
2900
1,015,000
15752 Concord Ridge Ter
3
4
1929
588,916
8141 Lamour Ln
5
6
5458
1,275,000
8485 Spreckels Pl
4
3
2360
559,990
17074 San Antonio Rose
5
5
3704
1,265,000
15665 Via Montecristo
4
3
2613
565,000
7962 Nathaniel Court
5
6
5207
1,300,000
15661 Via Montecristo
4
3
2475
560,000
7868 Top O The Morning Wy
5
7
5686
1,700,000
15654 Via Montecristo
4
3
2473
589,000
8056 High Time Rdg
4
5
4016
1,600,000
11216 Monticook Ct
4
3
2589
630,000
8170 Doug Hill
5
7
7645
2,725,000
15639 Via Montecristo
3
3
2861
665,000
7832 Santaluz Inlet
5
6
6500
2,882,000
10445 Rosedust Glen Dr
4
4
3342
660,000
16919 Four Gee Rd
3
3
2644
2,940,000
17017 Silver Crest Dr
3
3
3212
695,000
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:::: HOME TIPS
Stinky Car? Stale Cookies? Too Many Snails? Roses Lack Luster?
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onstantly bombarded with new treatments and products, many homeowners may be unaware of many great household tips that can make life a little easier – and maybe even save some money.
To assist 92127 Magazine readers, we have compiled some of our favorites to share: Stale food:
Are your cookies or donuts going stale? Here’s a surefire way to put the softness back into your favorite snack. Take one slice of bread and lay on top of the snack, seal in plastic storage container for 24 hours. The next day, your cookies will be soft, fresh and good as new. The bread will be hard as rock.
pieces that are down to the end of the wick and cemented into your holder will pop off with ease.
Odor relief:
Stinky car? Small closed room? Whiffy diaper pail? Take one cup of ground coffee (not brewed) and place on a paper plate in the stinky, confined areas for up to 12 hours. The coffee absorbs the smell and the area smells fresh and clean.
Chewing gum on carpeting:
Rub ice cubes on the soiled spot until the gum changes consistency and is hard and frozen. Once this happens, gum will crumble up for easy removal and not stain left behind.
Gardening challenges:
Are your roses lacking a little luster and zest? It could be they need some coffee! Roses love acid and coffee grounds are filled with acid and help the flowers thrive. So don’t toss those brewed coffee grounds; stir them into the top soil of your rose bushes once per week for stronger, healthier flowers.
Snails and slugs:
It can be a real challenge in 92127 to keep those pesky snails and slugs off your plants and out of your flower beds. Instead of reaching for harmful and toxic chemicals, fight back with a more gentle solution. Take your favorite liquid laundry detergent and pour a small stream around the border of your flower beds or plants. It will ward off the snails and slugs, and the smell is not unpleasant for you.
Candle wax removal:
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Remember if the issue is external, county or city vector control may be able to assist. But if you want to keep them out of your garage, lanai or patio area a great solution is moth balls, which will drive mice and rats away. Place a small amount in plastic cups or tie them in an old sock and place near openings of exposed areas.
Food fixes:
How many times has the candle wax melted all over your favorite dish or candle holder? This simple solution is right in your kitchen. Place the entire dish, candle holder or whatever has candle wax in/or on it – into your freezer. Wait three hours and remove. Take a butter knife or your fingernail and “pop” off the wax. Even bottom 62
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Need a quick substitution for a recipe? Such as when you reach for buttermilk and don’t have buttermilk? A tablespoon of white vinegar to one cup of whole milk replicates the flavor of buttermilk and your recipe will come out as if you used the real thing. Special thanks to Susanne Munsell of Indian Wells, CA for expertise and assistance in preparing this list. Readers of 92127 Magazine are encouraged to submit their own additional household tips for use in future issues. Simply email your tips to info@92127Magazine.com
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:::: GREEN LIVING
Does your employer offer the benefit of the
Bicycle Commuter Act? by Ralph Simon, President of Green Cruiser Inc.
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his legislation permits companies to provide $20 a month tax free to employees who bike to work, allowing the money to be used for bicycle purchases and bike upkeep – and is designed to promote cycling and provide a little equity for the people who burn calories instead of fuel. Most employers are probably unaware of the new bicycle community benefit, and many employers need to understand implementation. The actual benefit of the Act – about $240 per individual cyclist each year – is helpful but the largest benefit is that it legitimizes bicycling as a commuting mode. And this might inspire more employers to think about providing showers, lockers, secure bicycle parking, and other inducements to their employees (such as purchasing a Green Cruiser ™ electric bike!). Providing free vehicle parking for employees is expensive (construction, maintenance, insurance, security, lighting, etc.), wastes valuable real estate, and offends a company’s neighbors due to causing too much traffic. Employers can save money and burnish their “good corporate citizen” credentials by offering employees diverse transportation options, especially sustainable ones such as bicycling. Among the benefits to employees for bicycling to work, especially if the company provides a “Bike-to-Work Corporate Allowance” program as outlined in the Bicycle Commuter Act:
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• It’s environmentally responsible. • It saves a significant amount of fuel (and the related costs). • Employees get paid to commute. • Parking becomes a non-issue. • Employees get obvious health and fitness benefits.
Contact Information: Ralph Simon, President 1-800-408-2120 www.grncruiser.com
Do yourself and the environment a favor today: Call 800-408-2120 or visit www.grncruiser.com for more information on the benefits of bicycling and the exciting Green Cruiser™ Premium Electric Bicycle”. ¢ Ralph Simon is president of Green Cruiser Inc., established in 2008. The company offers the most recent, fuel efficient, innovative transportation technology in electric bicycles available. All are priced competitively and made to the quality expectations of demanding consumers. Green Cruiser™ Premium Electric Bicycles allow riders to get where they need to be in a fast, eco-friendly manner. 64
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:::: FINANCIAL SPOTLIGHT
ROLLING OVER YOUR 401(k)? If there was ever a time to stop and get directions, this is it. Restructuring. Downsizing. Streamlining. No matter the labels, you may be in for some life changes. But that doesn’t mean you’re out of choices. One important decision you need to consider is what to do with your retirement savings in your employer plan. A Rollover IRA at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney offers many advantages to help you pursue your financial goals – and if you transfer, roll over, or add at least $50,000 by April 30, 2011, your annual maintenance fee will be waived for the life of the account. Please join us for an informative seminar where we will examine: • Distribution options for your employersponsored retirement plan • Benefits of a Rollover IRA and advantages of consolidating your retirement assets at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney
Mike and Tom are part of the TRC Group at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney in Rancho Bernardo. Mike enjoys being involved with youth sports and lives in 4S Ranch with his wife, Sandra, and four kids. Tom lives in 4S Ranch with his wife Shannon and stays busy with their new twin boys. They have grown up in the Rancho Bernardo area graduating from RB High School.
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Please call us at 888-502-401K to reserve your place. Admission is free but space is limited.
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Tax laws are complex and subject to change. Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice and are not “fiduciaries” (under ERISA, the Internal Revenue Code or otherwise) with respect to the services or activities described herein except as otherwise agreed to in writing by Morgan Stanley Smith Barney. This material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer. Individuals are urged to consult their tax or legal advisors before establishing a retirement plan and to understand the tax, ERISA and related consequences of any investments made under such plan.
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Del Norte High School’s First-Year Rugby Football Club a Big Success
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ithin a tight knit community, where kids and sports have top billing, it’s not surprising that 4S Ranch Little League’s Opening Day Ceremony has as much pomp and circumstance as the Major Leagues. In early February, the San Diego Mustangs Youth Rugby Club – one of the oldest and most successful youth rugby clubs in Southern California – defeated Del Norte High School’s first-year rugby team 24-5 in the championship finals of the Southern California Youth Rugby junior varsity championship tournament. Alexander Griva scored the only touchdown for the Nighthawks in the match played played at Fallbrook High School. After the match, San Diego Mustangs coach Ramon Samaniego praised the Nighthawks for reaching the tournament final, saying they had done well for a first-year club made up mostly of inexperienced rugby players. And, more recently, Del Norte Rugby Club advisor Jocbethem Tahapary, a Del Norte guidance counselor, also praised the Nighthawks for a stellar 8-3 season. Del Norte High School students Daniel Hardiman, Chase Phelps and Brandon Leggitt started the on-campus rugby club with Tahapary, who played college rugby at the University of San Diego. He supported a team on the Del Norte campus because he believed the game does more than develop strong bodies and fitness – that it also develops gentlemen with critical thinking skills, enhanced decision-making skills, and lifetime bonds. This year’s DNHS rugby team consisted of Hardiman (club president), Griva, Phelps, Leggitt (club vice president), Nick Belton, Alexander Dion, Michael DiPrima, Spencer Hamilton, (club president) Daniel
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Hardiman, Alika Hubbert, Brandon Kuhse, Matthew Long, Kevin McGlone, Adam Matthew, Brandon Matthew, Brandon Pullin, Kyle Prior, Anthony Tavarez, Gary Vineyard, Jake Welker and Dalton Wimmer. Because there are no seniors at DNHS and few experienced rugby players, the founders decided to field only a junior varsity team for the inaugural season. With high school rugby is in its infancy (second season), it is not yet a California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) sport; it is just a club sport. “We played in the Central Division of Southern California Youth Rugby (www.socalyouthrugby.org),” said Head Coach Ven Griva, who has coached youth sports for 20 years and rugby for seven. “Our league consisted of Cathedral Catholic, Fallbrook, La Quinta, San Pasqual and Torrey Pines. We went 3-2 in league. We also won 2 non-league games, in rugby called “friendlies.” At 5-2, we have had quite a successful season, qualifying for the playoffs.” Prior to taking the coaching role at Del Norte, Griva coached U14 and U16 club teams in the Poway Youth Rugby league. He is assisted by Roman Griva. There are now 21 high school rugby teams in San Diego, Orange, Riverside and Los Angeles counties, and rugby is considered the fastest growing youth sport in the U.S. (www.usarugby.org). Since rugby has been added to the Olympic Games, interest is gaining momentum. In 2012, Sevens rugby will be a demonstration sport at the London Olympics. Sevens rugby will be a full medal sport at the 2016 at the Olympics in Rio de Janeiro. ¢ See more information on the Del Norte High School JV Nighthawks rugby team – including details on the recent tournament – at www.92127Magazine.com.
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Fun & Inspiring
Time 2 Shine Provides Students Unique Classes, New Programs
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ime 2 Shine, located in the 4S Ranch Village Center, came about as a simple vision: Create a place where people could come and take a variety of fun and unique classes. “I really wanted to spread to others the same love and passion for dance/fitness that I had growing up,” said owner Jennifer Joy Miller. “Dance was my life and I feel it’s my duty to spread the joy that I have to all students that take classes at Time 2 Shine.” According to Miller, dancing – and Pilates and fitness classes – should be fun and full of passion, and not something to dread. “It’s all about having fun, mixing it up and enjoying every minute of your joyous life,” she said. “It’s our job at Time 2 Shine to inspire the star within you…and you!” Time 2 Shine – which opened in September 2009 – is a fully equipped studio offering classes such as Pilates Barre Fusion, Zumba, Dance n’ Tone, private music instruction, meditation, ballet, tap and more. “We are especially unique because we offer classes that no one else offers, setting us apart from your average Pilates, dance or music studio,” said Miller, a retired professional ballet dancer and single mother of two small children. “We are always offering the latest workout trends – combined with proven, time-tested techniques -- whether it is for fun, fitness or for the dedicated athlete or dancer. We cater to the family as a whole and offer an environment that is welcoming, inspiring, and encouraging.” Miller – a certified instructor for both 68
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Pilates and Zumba, and a master trainer for Balocity workout – grew up dancing at the San Diego Ballet, while attending ballet schools such as the San Francisco Ballet School, the Houston Ballet School and the Rock School of the Pennsylvania Ballet. That varied background led to the unique mix of offerings at Time 2 Shine. “Pilates Barre Fusion is our most popular class at Time 2 Shine by far,” Miller said. “It’s very special and truly unique. This class combines Pilates equipment and barre toning for fabulous results. There is no class similar to what we are doing anywhere in San Diego County.” The studio’s Dance Fitness classes – such as Zumba, Time 2 Barre, Time 2 Tone, Dance n’ Tone and others – also are growing in popularity. Each has unique attributes and styles to assist students in staying fit and tone. Time 2 Shine also provides children’s dance programs and private music lessons in drums, guitar, voice and piano from McMillan Music School; and, recently, the studio partnered with Dance Motion Studios to provide local adults and children instruction in social and competitive ballroom dancing, salsa, wedding dance – as well as hip hop, jazz, ballet and a “tiny dancers” class (visit www.dancemotionstudios.com for a complete schedule). March | April 2011
One of the most unique classes at Time 2 Shine is a weekly program for “special needs” children ages 6 and older, which caters to those who have dreamed of learning dance (and the first class is always free). With its wide variety of classes and programs and a philosophy to provide exceptional customer service – combined with a superb, professional instructional team – Miller feels Time 2 Shine is truly enjoyable and inspiring to participants. “We are here to help our students reach their highest potential through dance, music and fitness,” she said. “We create a safe place where our students can feel comfortable to try something new. Time 2 Shine has an environment where they can be and feel their best in creating higher selfesteem and feeling happy.” ¢
More Information
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Local Residents Purchase 4S Ranch Postal Annex R
esidents of 4S Ranch, Jim and Jennifer Harper are in the process of purchasing the Postal Annex located at 16625 Dove Canyon Road – in the 4S Ranch Village Center at the corner of Camino Del Norte and Dove Canyon Road. One of the original businesses to open in 4S Ranch, the Postal Annex has been in operation since 2003. In November 2009, Carolyn McElhaney purchased the Postal Annex. In August 2010, Carolyn passed away in a tragic automobile accident. Daughter-in-law Jessica Breaux, a current Century 21 Realtor, has been managing the family business since then. “I am excited that Jennifer Harper is purchasing the Postal Annex,” said Breaux. “She has some wonderful ideas and will be able to continue growing the business. She is extremely well-known and liked in the community.” Scheduled to close escrow in early March, Harper is eager to implement her ideas and marketing plan. She is currently participating in extensive in-store and corporate training. PostalAnnex is a one-stop, business services convenience store solving the problems of where to get packages shipped, compare shipping rates among UPS, FedEx and the USPS/Post Office, get documents notarized, presentations copied, a private mailbox rental started, papers faxed and much more, all under one roof. For additional information, call the store at 858-674-1150. ¢
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Kids Fitness - 1st & 3rd Wednesday of the month at 9:35 a.m. Personal trainer Andrea exercises with kids ages 18 months to 5 years.
Baby & Me Fitness - 1st & 3rd Wednesday of the month at 10:30 a.m. Personal trainer Andrea exercises with moms while entertaining babies 4 weeks to 1 year.
Preschool Story Time & Literacy Craft with Mrs. Z - Fridays at 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.
Friends of the Library Meeting - 4th Wednesday of the month at 6:30 p.m.
Play to Learn Preschool Time with Teacher Lee - Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Music, Stories, Art and Fun! www.teacherlee.com
Baby Story Time - Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. & 2:00 p.m. Pre-walking babies only. One-on-one lapsit activity which introduces stories and songs.
Teen Time - Tuesdays at 4-5 p.m. Chess Club - Every Saturday at 3 p.m. For children and teens.
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Spanish Bilingual Story Time - 2nd & 4th Monday of the month at 10 a.m. Spanish bilingual story and craft for children.
For more information and the latest events: www.4sRanchLibrary.blogspot.com www.4sRanchLibraryTeens.blogspot.com
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