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Children 12 and under are invited to hop over to Carmel Mountain Plaza to meet the Easter Bunny and receive candy-filled eggs! Bring a camera to capture precious memories.

At 9:30 a.m., gather around for the concert with a Storytime break at 10 a.m.

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MIDDLE GROUND

Everyone can appreciate the excitement and terror in the life of a sixth, seventh, or eighth grade student. We sit down with the people that help our young 92128 residents with the transition to mature young adults.

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STUDENT STAR (Z)

MEET OLIVIA PALOMBO

THE FLAMES OF COMPASSION HOME RUN! RB GIRLS SOFTBALL IS GROWING STRONG BOOKIN’ IT FOR THE BRONCOS YOUR NEIGHBOR’S RECIPE

BRENDA’S FEISTY CHICKEN WITH BUTTER LIME RICE

2014 BRONCOS SPRING SPORTS PREVIEW AN ACT OF MERIT

92128 RESIDENT REWARDED FOR HEROISM

PINKIES UP!

SOROPTIMIST CLUB’S HIGH TEA AND FASHION SHOW

IN OUR OWN BACKYARD SPRINGTIME WONDERLAND

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COLDWELL BANKER’S MARILYN HANES

HOME TIPS PROJECT WILDLIFE FACES IN THE CROWD (Z) MEET NANCY CANFIELD

LIFE THROUGH A CAMERA LENS

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:::: FROM THE PUBLISHER

Vol. 3, No. 6 TM

Publisher Derrick Breaux Creative Director Tyler McElhaney

The Big 4-0

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Derrick Breaux Publisher

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Regards, Derrick Breaux, Publisher

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Beth Ugoretz, Executive Director of Project Wildlife, gives information, tips and the history of wildlife in 92127. Learn about what it takes for humans and animals to safely coexist.

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92129 MAGAZINE THE GREAT OUTDOORS

Black Mountain Open Space Park has long been a destination for hikers, mountain bikers, and community explorers. Senior Park Ranger Edward Christensen tells us about what you can find at the park and beyond.

NOT YOUR MOTHER’S ROCK BAND

Westview High School seniors Dennis Moon, Daniel Cole and Andrew Harris are the 92129 band Buddha Trixie, taking San Diego by storm.

TELL ME A STORY

Marilyn McPhie comes from a family of logophiles (word lovers), and that love has led her to become a professional storyteller.

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92131 MAGAZINE MARSHALL IN THE MIDDLE We sit down with the people that help the young 92131 middle school residents with the transition to mature young adults.

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:::: COMMUNITY CALENDAR

things to do in 92128 march + april 2014 MARCH MARCH 1

APRIL MARCH 16

FINISH CHELSEA’S RUN

IRISH DANCE PERFORMANCE

7:30 a.m. | Balboa Park www.chelseaslight.org/finish-chelseas-run

3 p.m. | Oaks North Community Center www.oaksnorthcommunity.org

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MARCH 17

Sponsored by VFW Post 7766, raising money to attend Philmont Scout Ranch this summer 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. | 11177 Avenida de los Lobos (near Turtleback Elementary School) Email sdnighs@sbcglobal.net for questions

ST. PATRICK’S DAY

MARCH 19 MIKE HORAN SPEAKER PRESENTATION From the Ipai Interpretive Center of the Kumeyaay people in

APRIL 1 APRIL FOOLS’ DAY

APRIL 3 SENIOR COMMUNITY CENTERS PRESENTS “A LIFETIME OF EXPERIENCE” Photography exhibit by RB resident Derek Slevin 6 – 9 p.m. | 5:30 p.m. VIP Reception | Port Pavilion on Broadway Pier www.servingseniors.org/experience-of-a-lifetime

“THE OSCARS” MOVIE NIGHT

Poway, will speak on the natives that inhabited this area

4 p.m. | Oaks North Community Center www.oaksnorthcommunity.org

10 a.m. | Rancho Bernardo History Museum www.rbhistoricalsociety.org

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BERNARDO GARDENER’S CLUB MEETING

APRIL 15

10TH ANNUAL SAN DIEGO DREAM HOUSE RAFFLE Benefits Ronald McDonald House Charities of San Diego Tickets available through May 2 www.rmhcsd.org

MARCH 8 – 9

Special guest Adele Kelley, Flower Show Judge and Exhibitor 1 – 3 p.m. | RB Swim and Tennis Club For questions, contact Sherry at 858-668-6999 www.bernardogardeners.org

SPAA PRESENTS THE AMERICAN GIRL FASHION SHOW

MARCH 30

Proceeds benefit “Isabella’s Giraffe Club” 2 p.m. | Irwin M. Jacobs Qualcomm Hall www.web.tututix.com/tickets

Benefiting the Ed Brown Senior Center

MARCH 9

DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME BEGINS

MARCH 13

OAKWOOD ESCROW ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARTY Fundraiser for American Cancer Society: Relay For Life 5 – 8 p.m. | Oakwood Escrow office: 16855 W. Bernardo Drive, Suite 300 www.oakwoodescrow.com

MARCH 15

MARDI GRAS FESTIVAL Fundraiser for RBHS Grad Nite 5 – 9 p.m. | Rancho Bernardo High School www.powayusd.com/pusdrbhs/ptsa/gradnite.shtml

MISS RANCHO BERNARDO SCHOLARSHIP PAGEANT MANDATORY ORIENTATION See website for time | Rancho Bernardo Inn www.missranchobernardo.com

OAKWOOD ESCROW SUPER BOWL $20 per bowler; $70 for teams of four Includes two games, shoes, and lunch 11 a.m. | Poway Fun Bowl www.superbowledbrown.eventbee.com

MISS RANCHO BERNARDO SCHOLARSHIP PAGEANT See website for time | Rancho Bernardo Inn www.missranchobernardo.com

MARCH 31 CÉSAR CHÁVEZ DAY RBHS FOUNDATION SPAGHETTI DINNER AND SILENT AUCTION All RBHS programs participate to raise funds for their respective group 5 – 8 p.m. | RBHS Gym www.powayusd.com/pusdrbhs

APRIL 12 OAKS NORTH 2ND ANNUAL FASHION SHOW See website for time | Oaks North Community Center

RB BUSINESS ASSOCIATION 8TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. | Location TBA www.rbbusinessassociation.com

APRIL 16 RB HISTORICAL SOCIETY GUEST SPEAKER Jack Larimer from Vista Historical Society 10 a.m. | Rancho Bernardo History Museum www.rbhistoricalsociety.org

APRIL 17 BERNARDO GARDENERS CLUB SPRING GARDEN TOUR $15 per person; no children under allowed on the tour 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

For information contact bernardogardenersclub@gmail.com or call 858-485-0288

APRIL 19 CARMEL MOUNTAIN RANCH SPRING EGG HUNT Limit one candy bag per person 10 a.m.: Tots – 2 yrs.

10:20 a.m.: 3 – 5 yrs.

10:40 a.m.: 6 – 8 yrs.

11 a.m.: 9 – 11 yrs.

11:20 a.m.: 12 and older yrs.

Carmel Mountain Rec. Center For more information call 858-538-8100

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APRIL 20

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RB CHORALE, INC. REHEARSALS

APRIL 26

SHRED-A-THON AND E-WASTE DROP-OFF Fundraiser for RBHS Grad Nite 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Carmel Mountain Plaza Shopping Center Parking Lot www.powayusd.com/pusdrbhs/ptsa/gradnite.shtml

7:30 – 9:30 p.m. | Painted Rock Elementary School www.rbchorale.org

MARCH 17

OPENING NIGHT Wine tasting, networking, and inspirational speakers 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. | Bernardo Winery

EVERY WEDNESDAY DYNAMIC SPEAKERS TOASTMASTERS CLUB

MARCH 19

12 – 1 p.m. | See website for location www.dynamicspkrs.toastmastersclubs.org

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA BALLET PRESENTS “THROUGH THE AGES”

EVERY FRIDAY

Featuring Pas de Quatre 1845, On the Beach at Del 1910 Ticket Prices: $18, $26, and $35 4 p.m. | Poway Center for the Performing Arts www.socalballet.org

Fresh produce, crepes, tamales and more 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. | Bernardo Winery www.bernardowinery.com

HEALTH, BEAUTY, FASHION AND FITNESS Makeovers, discussions, forums, fashion show and more 5:30 – 8 p.m. | Sharp Rees-Stealy at Scripps Ranch

RANCHO BERNARDO CERTIFIED FARMERS MARKET

MARCH 20

FEMME FINANCE: WHAT’S IN, WHAT’S OUT, WHAT’S HOT, WHAT’S NOT Interactive evening of fun empowering women through financial well being 6 – 8:30 p.m. | Hewlett Packard

APRIL 28

FIRST MONDAY OF EACH MONTH

EARTH DAY

CMR/SABRE SPRINGS RECREATION COUNCIL ADVISORY BOARD MEETING

MARCH 21

RECURRING EVENTS

The Council is seeking additional board members and community input 7 p.m. | Carmel Mountain Ranch Rec. Center www.carmelmtnranchrec.org

A full day of inspiring speakers and luncheon 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. | Harrah’s Rincon Casino & Resort

EVERY SUNDAY

NEVER ALONE ON SUNDAY Enjoy an afternoon of games including Bridge, Canasta, Mah Jongg, Scrabble, and Mexican Dominoes 1 p.m. | The Remington Club, Rancho Bernardo www.neveraloneonsunday.com

WOMEN’S CONFERENCE

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:::: SPORTS REGISTRATION & ANNOUNCEMENTS BASEBALL CARMEL MOUNTAIN RANCH LITTLE LEAGUE OPENING DAY

Picture Day and Family Fun Day March 2 1 p.m. | Sabre Springs Park CMRLL is looking for umpires; contact Jason Heikkila at jheikkila@san.rr.com www.cmrll.org

RANCHO BERNARDO LITTLE LEAGUE OPENING DAY March 1 8 a.m. | Rancho Bernardo Community Park www.eteamz.com/ranchobernardoll

BASKETBALL RB YOUTH BASKETBALL LEAGUE Games ongoing through March 15 www.rbybl.com

BOWLING SD BOWLS FREE DEMO CLINICS

For those interested in joining or trying the sport April 7, 10, 14 | Rancho Bernardo Community Park Demo times: 9 a.m., 10 a.m., 11 a.m.

Spring League begins April 28 Contact 760-489-6977 for more information www.rbbowls.com

DANCE BREAK DANCING SESSIONS

Every Wednesday Parent/Guardian must sign liability form before child can participate.

4:30 – 6:30 p.m.

Rancho Bernardo Glassman Rec. Center www.sandiego.gov/park-and-recreation (dates & events subject to change)

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GOLF THE BERNARDOETTES

Every Wednesday A friendly group of women golfers who play 18 holes of golf every Wednesday morning at the Oaks North Golf Course.

For more details about the Bernardoettes and a free round of golf, contact Lloyd Porter, Oaks North Head Professional, at 858-487-3021.

LACROSSE RANCHO BERNARDO LACROSSE TEAM DAY

Email kaids@ymail.com for questions March 1 5 – 9 p.m. | 13010 Paseo Lucido, San Diego, CA 92128 www.rblax.com

PICKLEBALL

If interested in playing, contact Lou Dellios or Sally Morgan at 858-485-7415 Bernardo Heights Community Center www.bernardoheights.org

SOCCER RANCHO BERNARDO RECREATIONAL SOCCER Games begin March 8 www.rbysa.com

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SOFTBALL RANCHO BERNARDO GIRLS SOFTBALL OPENING DAY

Every Tuesday & Thursday 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. | Rancho Bernardo Glassman Rec. Center www.kick411.com

Xtreme dodgeball, flag football, basketball, baseball, volleyball, multi and junior sports www.masteryoursports.com

Indoor soccer leagues always starting for all ages www.ncspsoccer.com

March 1 8 a.m. | Rancho Bernardo Community Park www.rbgirlssoftball.org

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A Side Not Often Seen RB Resident Derek Slevin Brings Awareness Through Photographs

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he Senior Community Centers will host a photography exhibit and reception on April 3 at Port Pavilion on Broadway Pier, to raise funds for its programs assisting low-income and homeless seniors in San Diego. The photos are by Rancho Bernardo resident and award-winning photographer Derek Slevin, and depict the struggles of homeless people, called photos by Derek Slevin “Experience of a Lifetime.”

The portraits are from Slevin’s upcoming book, “Portraits of the Forgotten”, and are receiving critical acclaim. “I teamed up with published writer Hannah Cohen, a woman who has worked with the homeless for over twenty years; she gets it,” said Derek, “Hannah has a keen understanding of the challenges and despair homeless people experience.”

Derek took up photography after the death of his father to cope with his loss, but put it aside to pursue a degree in Photo by Jon Campbell business. After rediscovering his passion for the camera, he honed his art through self-teaching. While he continues to grow his image base and share his work, he has aligned himself with charitable organizations, including Senior Community Centers. Derek stated, “Senior Community Centers understands the needs of this population and, through its Homeless Prevention Program, has taken more than 1,000 homeless seniors from the streets to permanent housing with an astounding 90% success rate.”

When he isn’t out and about with his camera, Derek appreciates the Rancho Bernardo Inn, where he can “unwind,” and enjoys eateries such as The French Market. To see more amazing examples of his work visit www.derekslevin.com. ¢

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:::: STUDENT STAR

This Girl Gets a Kick Out of Taekwondo

by BILL STEWART | photos by Spark Photography

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o be recognized as a world champion in any sport is impressive, but to accomplish it at age 9 is amazing. For Olivia Palombo, fifth grader at Creekside Elementary School, it represents achievement of a level of excellence not usually associated with one so young.

This well-rounded young lady from Sabre Springs has many interests. She has played a lead role in a Creekside musical, is first-chair violinist in the fifth grade orchestra, participates in the school's science fair, sings with the children's choir at Saint Michael's Catholic Church, and has performed advanced level ballet at the Royal Academy of Dance. Plus, she's earned a second-degree black belt in taekwondo.

Taekwondo: An Olympic Martial Art

Her real passion since the age of 5 has been taekwondo – a martial art that blends precisely orchestrated movements with a healthy interest in self-defense or combat. Taekwondo is Korean for "way of the fist and foot." It requires strength, speed, balance, flexibility and stamina. Along with Judo, it's one of only two Asian martial arts in the Olympic Games.

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"Taekwondo is fun!" Olivia said. "I've made friends across the country competing in tournaments in sixteen states, and Mom makes sure I visit sights of significance in each place, so I learn about our country and can share that with my classmates."

“TAEKWONDO IS In addition to excellent physical conditioning for this high-kicking sport, she FUN! I’VE MADE FRIENDS ACROSS credits taekwondo training with building confidence, fostering positive attitudes, teaching THE COUNTRY virtues of loyalty and respect for others, COMPETING IN demonstrating the importance of setting goals, TOURNAMENTS and then seizing opportunities and working hard IN 16 STATES.” to achieve those goals.

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Pursuing her goals, Olivia won her first California state championships in two American Taekwondo Association (ATA) categories of competition at age 7, and the following year won state championships in seven ATA events. That was when she began competing in world championships, claiming bronze or silver medals in five categories.

Then in 2013, she became a world champion, winning the gold medal in the ATA Taekwondo "Traditional Forms" competition for girls 9 to 11 years old, and also winning silver medals in three other ATA world events.

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She thinks an aerospace engineering career designing airplanes and spacecraft could be her life's calling, although fashion design, acting, or the entertainment industry also have appeal – and she wants to marry and have children, "especially a daughter," she said. ¢

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he Special Olympics of Southern California are teaming up with law enforcement from San Luis Obispo to San Diego County, to raise awareness and funds for the Special Olympic athletes programs. At a speakers event for the San Diego Police Department held at SeaWorld, San Diego’s Interim Mayor Todd Gloria delivered the welcome speech. Speakers included global messengers and athletes Barry Cunningham and Lindsey Newman, VP of Aquatica, SeaWorld’s Waterpark, David Cromwell, Regional Director of Special Olympics San Diego County Karen Terra, and Special Olympics athlete Randy Smith. Also speaking were Assistant Chief Mark Jones, Detective Sergeant Linda Griffin, LAPD Lieutenant Kim Unland, and San Diego Development Manager Kelcie Kopf. Officers were encouraged to participate in some of the many opportunities outside of the Torch Run, such as the Charity Miles run/walk, or the Tip-A-Cop dinner, in which they would dress up as celebrity waiters/waitresses and receive donations from patrons. ¢

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RB Girls Softball is Growing Strong

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Rancho Bernardo tradition since 1970, RB Girls Softball has only been growing stronger ever since. The Opening Day of the new season is happening on March 1 at Rancho Bernardo Community Park, and the RB Girls Softball league is seeking to top their 2013 record. Last season, their 8U, 12U and 14U All Star Teams were able to compete in the State Tournament, a first for the league. RB Girls Softball is also looking forward to taking advantage of major improvements at the Rancho Bernardo Community Park. In 2013, a new roof was installed on the snack bar, and this season new fences are being installed on all the fields and lights installed on another softball field to allow more playing time.

The goals at Rancho Bernardo Girls Softball are P.L.A.Y. – Positive coaching, Love of the game, All players valued, and Youths having fun.

The league also provides a plethora of motivational material for their coaches. Keeping with the tradition of abbreviations, they have sayings such as “ROOTS” (respect for Rules, Opponents, Officials, Teammates, and one’s Self) and the “ELM Tree of Mastery” (Effort, Learning, and bouncing back from Mistakes). You can also find the entire history of the league on their website at www.rbgirlssoftball.org.

But all of the material available is meaningless without players, and luckily, RB Girls Softball will never have to worry about that. Wade Wendell, President of the RB Girls Softball League, said, “The most exciting thing to me this year is seeing the new families and board members stepping up. We had a big turnover of board members, and the new board members have jumped in and made a big impact already.” As the season begins, they will begin cultivating players for their All Star Teams this year, hoping to send more teams to the State Tournament. ¢

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n January, the Rancho Bernardo community gathered together for a charitable 5K run/walk at Lake Hodges for a very special need – the Rancho Bernardo High School (RBHS) Library. If you didn’t know, RBHS is one of the few schools in the Poway Unified School District that has a “Friends of the Library” organization, a group devoted to raising funds and improving the high school’s library for their students.

The Friends of RBHS Library organized this run/walk to raise money for purchasing new books, improving the technology, and overall, providing a positive place for RBHS students to study, collaborate, and learn. ¢

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Greek Generosity Restauranteur Nick Anastasopoulos Makes a Positive Difference in 92128

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o refer to Nick Anastasopoulos as merely this month’s “Face in the Crowd” is an understatement, because his face is well-known and respected throughout the whole 92128 area. As the co-owner, alongside his wife Vickie, of the Athens Market Café in Carmel Mountain Ranch for the past twenty years, Nick not only regularly opens up the restaurant’s facilities for local non-profit organization meetings, but he also frequently donates thousands of dollars’ worth of gift certificates toward their charitable events.

A Rancho Bernardo resident, Nick generously involves himself in many local causes. “My main activities revolve around community volunteer projects. It is rewarding to know that I am making a positive difference for so many people and getting things accomplished that will be a part of the community for generations to come,” Nick expressed.

Nick is in the Community Association of Bernardo Heights, and is a member of the Masters Hill Association. In addition, he is active with the San Diego North Character Counts Coalition Foundation, which provides financing to implement the Character Counts Ethics Program into the Poway Unified School District. Nick added, “Our Foundation is now embarking on a

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Nick Anastasopoulos Restauranteur Rancho Bernardo since 1993 Golf/Community Projects Athens Market Café

direction to enlighten business owners as to the power of following these core values in everyday business, and creating a more ethical work environment.”

While living in Rancho Bernardo, Nick has been a board member and/or president for numerous community groups. These include: the RB Neighborhood Watch District, the RB Fire Safe Council, the RB Aquatics Foundation, the RB Spirit of the Fourth, the RB Community Foundation, the RB Recreation Council, the San Diego Northern Area Committee for the Recreation Department, the RB Recreation Council, and the RB High School Foundation as well as the high school’s Grad Nite and PTSA committees. Nick acknowledged, “I am fortunate to have the time during the day to interact with other volunteers to help our great community.”

If you really want to interact with Nick, you can usually find him at his restaurant. He proclaimed, “It is my favorite hangout. Though I’m a Greek who was born and raised in New York City, my wife was born and raised in Greece, and she brings with her the wonderful old world recipes that our customers have come to love and enjoy.” He cites travel and golf as favorite hobbies, and emphasized that, “spending time with my grandchildren makes me the happiest!” ¢

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Feisty CHICKEN with Butter lime RICE FEISTY CHICKEN 2 1 1 1 1 3 1/4 1 2 1

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Over medium/high heat, add carrots, bell peppers, and jalapenos and ¼ tablespoon of Mrs. Dash. Sauté for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Add chicken with marinade, cooking for about 10 minutes or until chicken is done.

Serve with a side of rice.

Chef’s Name: Brenda Wiese Family Members: Husband – Jonathan; Pups – Chompers and Chanel (Bichon Yorkies), Ufo (German Shepherd) Community of Residence: Carmel Mountain Ranch

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Hobbies/ Interests: Hanging out with my husband and family, movies, playing board games, reading, history, gym, hiking, traveling Favorite Local Activity: Going to farmers markets About the Recipe: I chose this dish because it was the first dish I ever experimented with, and my family and friends loved it! It’s a fun and flavorful dinner.

About the Chef: A native of El Centro, CA, I moved to San Diego in 2009 to attend SDSU. I received my BA in Economics in 2011.

Jonathan and I recently celebrated our one-year anniversary. I live in Carmel Mountain Ranch with my husband, two Borkies, and German Shepherd. ¢

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The Zeilers of Rancho Bernardo “Never Quit”

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he Zeilers love to walk, but maybe that's an understatement. Perhaps you’ve seen them charging up Battle Mountain in Rancho Bernardo. “We love that climb and the view is beautiful from the top,” described Sarah Zeiler. An active family (Rick Zeiler is a former golf pro), the Zeiler family motto is “Never Quit.” Their children, Ellie Jane, age 9, and 8-year-old twins, Benjamin Sidney and William Richard, are involved in sports and the arts at Chaparral Elementary.

They moved from 4S Ranch five years ago to The Trails in Rancho Bernardo, where they appreciate the trees and the joy of neighbors they adore.

Years ago they met in a bar during Sarah's business trip to New York City, but that’s no surprise. Rick was marketing director, and Sarah PR director, for the New York-based company that created Grey Goose vodka and built Jagermeister domestically. They married in 2001. With combined expertise in consumer goods promotions, they started their own company a year and a half ago.

“We set out to create a new shot brand with a lot of our friends and colleagues from the music and action sports industries,” mentioned Sarah.

They created a blend of aged whiskey, herbs and spices from around the world, yet with half the sugar of competing brands. In other words, a smooth “back of the bar” blend. In 2013, COLDCOCK American Herbal Whiskey was launched and is fast-growing.

The kids are growing up too. Ellie plays basketball, performs in musicals, practices guitar and has an “incredible golf swing” according to Mom. Ben and Will both play basketball and wrestle on the Poway Slammers team. Each Zeiler sibling is independent in his and her own ways. “We’ve always tried to treat the twins as two unique people and they definitely want that,” shared Sarah.

The Zeilers are active in the community, supporting the Chabad of Poway where their children attended preschool and Hebrew school. The kids practice golf at Oaks North Golf Course in the junior program. As a family, they also mountain bike, and ski and snowboard in Mammoth. Rick and Sarah have also begun to practice yoga.

“Our marriage and family comes first. Our health and time together matters most,” shared Sarah. Perhaps that’s why it’s touching to her that they often all share one bathroom. They remind themselves that it won’t be long before the kids are more independent, so they cherish the closeness, and all its five toothbrushes. ¢ Parents: Rick and Sarah Zeiler Children: Ellie Jane Zeiler (9) 4th grade Chaparral Elementary; Twins – William Richard Zeiler (8) and Benjamin Sidney Zeiler (8), both 2nd graders at Chaparral Community: The Trails in Rancho Bernardo Hometown: Rick – Ridgecrest, CA; Sarah – Chicago, IL Profession: Founders and Creators of COLDCOCK American Herbal Whiskey Pets: Teddy the baby Labradoodle (RIP Puffin the Chihuahua Summer 2013)

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:::: COMMUNITY STUFF RB Chorale Scholarship Search

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RB Resident Receives County Proclamation

Volunteers Needed for RSVP

Women’s Week Speakers

New Board Members for PUSD Foundation

The RB Chorale is making preparations for its fortieth anniversary performance of “Down Memory Lane”, at the Poway Center for the Performing Arts, June 13 and 14. They are searching for past winners of the RB Chorale Scholarship for the purpose of inviting as many as possible to be their guest and attend either performance. Former winners will be honored during the evening, which will also feature the 2014 finalists. All awardees, past and present, are graduating seniors from San Diego County selected through auditions.

For over forty years, the Chorale has awarded close to a quarter of a million dollars to graduating seniors. They anticipate awarding an additional $10,000, to be divided between the six 2014 finalists in June.

If you have any information that will assist the chorale in their effort to locate and contact the 167 past winners, or, if you would like to contribute to the RB Chorale’s Scholarship Fund, contact Evelyn at 858-538-1287.

Rancho Bernardo resident Tony Teravainen received a county proclamation on the deck of the USS Midway on behalf of his nonprofit, Support The Enlisted Project (STEP). Tony serves as the chair for the organization.

STEP serves as a local resource for supporting lower ranking military enlisted and recently honorably discharged veteran families during unexpected financial hardships.

“It feels good to know that an organization that I have committed so many hours to through the years is not only making a personal difference in military and veteran families’ lives, but also being recognized for its outstanding contribution to the community,” said Tony.

San Diego Women’s Week kicks off at the end of March. Here are just a sample of the special guests that will be making appearances at this year’s event.

On Monday, Hannah Nancarrow, daughter of late newscaster Loren Nancarrow, and Tina Mickelson, sister of famed professional golfer Phil Mickelson, will be lecturing alongside Mimi Kirk, a woman with a colorful history of experiences and careers to share.

The Thursday speakers feature: Kim Coles, an actress known for her role on “Living Single”; Elizabeth Smart, who shares her journey from abduction to empowerment; and Piper Kerman, the real-life inspiration behind the popular Netflix show “Orange is the New Black”, For the complete list visit www.sdwomensweek.com/speakers.

Local Police Get Equipped with AEDs

San Diego City Councilman Mark Kersey announced that he will fund the placement of five Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) at the San Diego Police Department’s (SDPD) Northeastern Division. Councilman Kersey also committed to funding five AEDs each year until every police vehicle and patrol car in the division is equipped with an AED. This would make it the first SDPD division to be fully equipped with this life-saving technology.

“Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, so it makes sense to have our first responders, like police officers, equipped with a tool that is proven to save lives,” said Councilman Kersey.

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

The Don Diego college scholarships are offered to outstanding high school seniors throughout San Diego who have participated in the San Diego County Fair and/or other activities with the Del Mar Fairgrounds.

The deadline to apply is April 1. Eligibility requirements and the application form are at www.dondiegoscholarship.org/scholarships/dondiego-scholarship-application. For questions, contact Executive Director Chana Mannen at cmannen@sdfair.com or 858-792-4210.

The Retired Senior Volunteer Patrol (RSVP) is devoted to assisting the San Diego Police Department with non-confrontational duties, including performing vacation house checks, visiting elderly and house bound, following up on crime reports through business security checks, patrolling in school areas, and much more. To qualify for RSVP, you must be over fifty years old, and able to devote three patrol days and a monthly meeting. The volunteers will be trained at the police academy and provided with a uniform and badge. The RSVP is always in need of new members. They can be reached at 858-538-8092.

The Poway Unified School District Foundation is pleased to announce the addition of two new members to its Board of Directors: LaDonna Bond and Jeff Mangum.

LaDonna Bond is the regional planning and marketing manager of GEICO. She is headquartered in the company’s San Diego, CA regional center and celebrates twenty years with the company. Jeff Mangum is the president of Mangum & Britt, APC. As an attorney specializing in family law and mediation, Jeff is an experienced litigator with broad, diverse legal skills. He was a member of the City of Poway Budget Review Committee, and served on the Poway Unified School District Board of Education for sixteen years.

Upcoming RBHS Fundraisers

The Rancho Bernardo High School (RBHS) Grad Nite Committee has several fundraising events coming up. RBHS will host a Mardi Gras Festival on March 15, with casino games, pedal karts, raffles, a mask contest and more. On March 31, the fun continues with the RBHS Foundation’s annual pasta dinner and silent auction night. Each RBHS program will fundraise for their respective group. The Grad Nite Committee will be offering gift certificates to Wild Canyon Photography, Mathnasium tutoring, Magic Castle, and an eight-week Zumba class. Topping off the fundraising events, the RBHS Grad Nite Committee will hold a ShredA-Thon and E-Waste Drop-Off fundraiser on April 26 at the Carmel Mountain Plaza parking lot.

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Enjoy a Spring Garden Tour

The Bernardo Gardeners Club is holding a Spring Garden Tour on April 17, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event boasts a guided tour of five local gardens in Rancho Bernardo and Poway, at a cost of $15 per person. No children under 10 years old are allowed on the tour. The club advises participants to wear flat, closed-toe shoes. Flower girls will be present for attendees to purchase flowers and plants for sale. Order tickets by mail with checks payable to Bernardo Gardeners Club, 18166 Calle Estepona, San Diego, CA 92128 (include a self-addressed stamped envelope). For further information contact bernardogardenersclub@gmail.com or call 858-485-0288.

RB Hall of Fame for “Outstanding Leaders” Individuals selected from the RB Hall of Fame nominations will be announced in April.

The purpose of the Rancho Bernardo Hall of Fame is to recognize people who have demonstrated outstanding leadership in the development and enhancement of the quality of life in Rancho Bernardo. For more information visit www.rbhalloffame.org.

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Supervisors Support “Think Local First”

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

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

The San Diego History Seeker

Vincent Rossi shares a deep love of San Diego’s history, after a career of freelance writing for the Union Tribune and making contacts with historical organizations. Now he wants to share it with the world. Vincent said, “I’ve written three local history books and given talks to different groups and organizations. The blog is a logical extension of my desire to dig into local history and share the results with my community.” Learn more about San Diego’s local history at www.sandiegohistoryseeker.com.

Volunteers Wanted for The Princess Project

Have you recently retired or are you in school, and looking to do volunteer work in the community?

The Ed Brown Center, located in Rancho Bernardo Community Park, is looking for volunteers of all ages and backgrounds to assist in a variety of activities such as answering phones, helping with fundraisers, taking inventory, and helping with classes. For more information call 858-487-9324.

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

RB Community Park Gets a Facelift

World Affairs Council Honors Members

The Rancho Bernardo Community Park is undergoing some exciting renovations. The sports field and soccer field are getting lighting upgrades, as well as four new light poles being installed, and new fixtures for the existing lamps. ADA accessible upgrades will be included in the parking lot, comfort station, drinking fountain, and backstop along the connecting paths of travel.

The basketball court will be resurfaced, a maintenance project that must be performed every five to ten years. The scope of work involves filling cracks and resurfacing with new paint and stripes, and should last for five or more years.

Local USTA Team Wins Big

The women’s USTA tennis team from Rancho Bernardo Community Tennis Center has achieved champion status, topping the board over 691 teams in Southern California. USTA League Coordinator, Lesley Waite, stated that no San Diego team (men or women) had won a San Diego Sectional Tournament in several years and that this was a huge accomplishment. Team members include Captain Laurie Hopps, Avril Varga, Michelle May, Lori Guiglielmetti, Sarah Miller, Chris Teofilo, Jean Davis, Kirsi Kiviniemi, Gail Knapp, Kay Pfeiffer, and Patty Smith.

The Remington Club recently hosted a World Affairs Council membership appreciation reception, following a lecture by member Dr. Bulent Yoldas.

The World Affairs Council is a national organization with chapters in Central San Diego and North County. Speakers from outside the membership include diplomats, consular staff and academics.

The organization joins forces with other groups such as the United Nations Organization and the Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace & Justice.

Individuals interested in international relations and current events are invited to attend the weekly meetings. Call Bob Felt at 858-592-6087 for more information.

Beautify the Community

The Rancho Bernardo Community Council (RBCC) began repainting utility boxes in 2009 and continues to do so today. Both local artists and non-residents of 92128 have provided works of art for the boxes. Artists can apply at any time to be considered. Those interested must first submit a four color draft to the RBCC for review and approval. For full details email rbcommcouncil@aol.com or visit www.rbcommunitycouncil.com.

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1. 92128 Girl Scouts from Troop 8764 selling cookies. 2. Three-year-old Hayden is 92128 Magazine’s biggest fan! 3. Having lots of fun at the park on another gorgeous San Diego day!

4. RBHS Basketball at the Fantasy Factory. 5. Abby Lehrer and Meg Bessey playing at Carmel Mountain Rec Center. 6. Trevor and Ryan from Boy Scout Troop 686 assist CMRLL with “spring clean-up” and zip-tying new dugout mesh at the Majors Field. 7. The Rancho Bernardo Community Presbyterian Church Choir, known as Joyful Noise, sings “I Want To Know What Love Is” with Foreigner. 8. Urge Gastropub Manager, George Mora, shows off the Stone beer available during the Stone Total Tap Takeover. 9. Brownie Troop 2179 Christmas caroling at Gateway Gardens Senior Homes. 10. Ester Berry with newly elected Mayor Kevin Faulconer. 11. CMRLL’s Player Agent, Alex Berzins, at spring season tryouts, lining up Tee Ball players trying out for the Rookie Division.

12. RB Broncos cheerleaders show some spirit in front of Vons before the big Chargers divisional playoff game. 13. Cub Scout Pack 627 at the Blue & Gold Bridging Ceremony. 14. Rancho Bernardo resident and 8th grader at Bernardo Heights Middle School, Sam Collins, plays Poway Valley Water Polo at Poway High School.

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in the family. “When you arrive for your appointment, we will do everything we can to make you feel comfortable,” said Ali. “We are proud that we have helped even some of the most fearful patients.”

Dr. Fisher and his team make an effort to develop a personal connection with each patient. “Our attention to every detail and each person’s needs shows through in our genuine concern for each and every person that walks through our doors,” said Ali. “We offer a guarantee that each patient will feel at ease in our office and will be satisfied with their

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new patient visit. We provide our new patients a complimentary exam including X-rays. This gives the community a great opportunity to get to know us without any expense to them.”

“As true Californians, my wife Louise and I missed beautiful San Diego, so we decided to move back from Florida and start a practice here,” explained Dr. Fisher. “Rancho Bernardo reminds us of what we loved most about living in Florida: the friendly and vibrant retirement communities!”

Dr. Fisher – a California native who is a graduate from the University of Southern

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California – brings many years of experience and has handpicked each of his associate dentists to provide the same standard of care. The dentists at Town Center Dentistry are highly trained in full mouth reconstructions and perform a large number of implant placements. “We offer monthly Implant Seminars to the community for free which gives people the opportunity to meet our doctors and staff as well as learn about implants,” noted Ali. “We have state-of-the-art equipment and are constantly learning and striving to provide the newest innovations in dentistry to our patients.” Another wonderful service we are excited to announce is Fastbraces®. This technology allows for a fast, safe and affordable solution for teeth straightening,” said Ali. Though Dr. Fisher and his associates are dedicated to staying current with the ever-changing technology, they never lose sight of the importance of putting customers’ needs first. “We also believe in good, old-fashioned one-on-one time with patients,” stated Ali, “and have vowed to never let technology replace that.” ¢

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Year of Establishment: Address: Website: Email Contact: Phone: Description of Business: Town Center Dentistry provides a full array of dental services from basic general dentistry to complete restorative care including dentures, implants, sedation dentistry, Fastbraces® and more. They are conveniently located in the Vons Town Center and take pride in catering to Rancho Bernardo’s senior residents and their families. Emergencies are always welcome, and they offer complimentary exams and X-rays, as well as free implant seminars in their office on a monthly basis.

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Middle Ground photos by Spark Photography

The transition from childhood to adolescence is often considered one of the most influential and challenging experiences in the development of young men and women. In Rancho Bernardo, we depend on the dedicated work of a group of extraordinary members in our community to not only assist in this transition, but also help mold our young citizens into mature, well-rounded individuals. This pivotal time in students’ lives is spent at 92128’s Bernardo Heights Middle School (BHMS). BHMS Principal Tim Biland helps give perspective into the lives of both students and staff in the thick of the educational “sandwich” that is junior high.

And you better be paying attention to this required reading, as there will be a quiz at the end.

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Q&A

with Tim Biland, Bernardo Heights Middle School Principal

WHAT IS YOUR ROLE AS PRINCIPAL OF BERNARDO HEIGHTS MIDDLE SCHOOL (BHMS)?

As principal, my role is to support the needs of everyone: the safety, learning, and engagement needs of the students, the learning, collaboration, and instructional needs of the teachers, and the involvement and sense of security and confidence of the parents that the school is preparing their children for future academic and career demands.

WHAT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO THE STUDENTS ON CAMPUS? Students have a right to a clean, welcoming campus where they feel respected, are provided support and guidance, and can expect to be treated fairly by peers and adults. One of the most significant ways we demonstrate to students that we respect them is to offer them an education with high expectations and relevance; this necessitates that all staff are provided the resources they need to plan and facilitate these kinds of experiences.

WHAT IS THE MOST REWARDING PART ABOUT BEING PRINCIPAL? THE MOST CHALLENGING? The most rewarding part about my job is that I get to be present where so

active ingredient in the culture; what is acceptable and appropriate behavior.

Because they are middle school age, some students experiment with namecalling, profanity, or other challenging behaviors. The vast majority of students never act this way, but until they learn that they have a right to disapprove of such behavior, the culture of the school is challenged. Eventually, they learn this and practice the skills needed to withstand and detour this behavior.

WHAT GOALS HAVE YOU ACCOMPLISHED AS PRINCIPAL? WHAT DO YOU HOPE TO ACCOMPLISH? Becoming part of the school community has been the greatest accomplishment for me as a principal because the relationship foundation is so vital to do difficult work and have critical conversations about what is best for kids. BHMS is a school with a legacy of successful engagement and learning. My goal is to foster innovation and leadership needed to respond to the career and college readiness demands of today and tomorrow.

WHAT DOES THE FOUNDATION DO TO ASSIST WITH YEAR-ROUND ACTIVITIES? THE PTSA? The Bernardo Heights Education Foundation (BHEF) and PTSA provide resources of time, effort, organization, and volunteers throughout our school

many individuals work together to help kids grow; these successes can range

year. From assisting with registration, to art fairs and Science Olympiad

from a student achieving the principal’s honor roll, or just as meaningful, when

supplies, supporting student recognition events, funding technology and

a student has made a big mistake, has taken ownership for it, and grown

resources purchases, and engaging the community voice in education, our

profoundly because of it. It’s a middle school thing. The most challenging part

parent groups are instrumental in sustaining a school community that goes

of my job is sustaining an environment where students understand they are the

above and beyond to make school successful.

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Principal Timothy Biland

At-a-Glance

Name: Tim Biland Education: MA Educational Leadership, CSU San Bernardino

WHAT ARE THE MAJOR EVENTS BHMS IS HOSTING THIS SCHOOL YEAR? One of the most noteworthy events throughout the school year is the Turkey Trot school-wide assembly. During this event, ASB and Leadership students provide the organization. Choir, Band, and our B-Boys Hip-Hop Dance Club provide the entertainment; Art Club students provide the decoration; our 6th through 8th grade top runners compete for the trophy recognizing top boy and top girl. This event has developed into a schoolwide celebration of being a Bobcat, and for this reason it is my favorite

Family: Wife and three kids, 8 to 14 years old Hobbies & Interests: Snowboarding, hiking; active in our local Little League; enjoy vacations with my family

WHAT DOES BHMS DO TO PREPARE STUDENTS FOR THEIR FUTURE AS PROFESSIONALS? During this transition between elementary and high school, our students learn the foundational organizational skills, work habits, and decisionmaking needed to productively and meaningfully engage in collaboration, inquiry and critical thinking, and creativity. Students are exposed to a deeper understanding in academic and elective offerings and begin to have a more self-directed approach to their learning and course of study.

event throughout the year. Other events include Choir, Band, and Orchestra

BHMS students are also encouraged to become involved in the culture of

concerts, art and band festivals, Student Leadership-led drug and tobacco

the school and to take ownership and leadership roles in the school and

education and awareness assemblies, and lunchtime spirit activities.

community.

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Bernardo Heights Middle School

At-a-Glance

School Name: Bernardo Heights Middle School Principal: Tim Biland Assistant Principal: Rod Jiu Total # of Students: 1,445

WHAT ARE SOME OF THE HIGHLIGHTS OF STUDENTS’ TIME AT BHMS?

Total # of Staff Members: 126 Grades Served: 6, 7, and 8 School Motto: Reaching for new heights in excellence

WHAT ARE SOME OF THE ACTIVITIES THAT BHMS PUTS ON THROUGHOUT THE YEAR THAT STUDENTS LOOK FORWARD TO?

6th grade – Camp, Olympics, pool party

Yearbook, 6th grade Outdoor Science Camp, Band and Choir concerts,

7th grade – Day of Shakespeare, Tournament of the Phoenix

dances, field trips, lunchtime activities, character and spirit assemblies, staff

8th grade – History Bowl, Knott’s Berry Farm field trip, end of the year Luau,

vs. student dodgeball games, and academic events such as the Spelling Bee,

yearbook signing party, and Promotion

Science Olympiad, and the History Bowl.

WHAT SPORTS ARE OFFERED TO STUDENTS OF BHMS?

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE THING TO PARTAKE IN WITH STUDENTS?

Cross country, wrestling, basketball

I like being present during lunch, where the kids have their time. They will start

PLEASE TELL US ABOUT THE WIDE RANGE OF AFTERSCHOOL ACTIVITIES THAT BHMS OFFERS.

conversations with me that reveal their talents, interests, and personalities in ways that you don’t always get to see when you visit classrooms. It is because of the time spent developing relationships with kids that I can have

Our school has an after school program that serves over 200 students daily,

conversations with them about their classwork, behavior, and goals that lead

providing a place for homework, snack, and a range of activities. These

to their improvement and that is what is most rewarding about my job.

students, as well as the whole school, may access student based clubs Science Olympiad, Robotics, Acoustic guitar, and Homework Club, to name

PLEASE TELL US SOMETHING ABOUT YOURSELF THAT PEOPLE MAY NOT KNOW.

just some of the offerings.

I once pet a wild moose, and I had a paper route six days a week after school

and programs such as Speech and Debate, Dance, Journalism, Ping Pong,

when I was in fourth and fifth grade. ¢

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2014 Broncos Spring Sports Preview

As

Bronco Athletics enters into the upcoming spring sport season, we look forward to another challenging year in the always competitive North County Conference.

Typically our most successful season, the twelve varsity sports offered during the spring provide any sports enthusiast with a wide variety of events in which to watch high school athletes compete at the

Baseball

Head Coach: Sam Blalock Last Year’s Record: 30 – 5 First Game: March 11

Boys Golf

Head Coach: Richard Deem Last Year’s Record: 15 – 5 First Match: March 4

Gymnastics

Head Coach: Alyssa Cardineau Last Year’s Record: 5 – 4 First Meet: March 21

Boys Lacrosse

Head Coach:Travis Begay Last Year’s Record: 3 – 13 First Game: March 4

highest level. With an outstanding staff of coaches together with several new and returning athletes, our expectations are high for continued success in all programs. Whether on the court, the field, the track or in the pool, our athletes will always work hard, play with enthusiasm, respect our opponents and represent their school and community with pride.

Bronco Athletics has a long and storied tradition of “excellence together” which relies upon the support of our staff, parents and the community as a whole.

Embracing the mantra of “Pursuing Victory with Honor”, we believe that while athletics is but a part of the entire educational experience of our students,

Girls Lacrosse

Head Coach: Dave Christenson Last Year’s Record: 8 – 13 First Game: March 10

Softball

there are life lessons taught on the field of play that cannot be duplicated in the classroom. We invite you to support our student-athletes and coaches by your attendance at our athletic events. For additional information regarding dates and times of these contests, please visit our website at www.rbhs.org.

High school athletics has something to offer everyone whether you are playing, coaching, cheering on your favorite team or supporting your local school. Bronco Athletics would like to encourage you to “Go Blue” during the spring sport season … it promises to be a great ride! ¢ ~ Peggy Brose, Athletic Director

Track/Field

Head Coach: Don Jones Last Year’s Record: Boys 6 – 2 / Girls 8 – 0 First Meet: March 6

Boys Tennis

Head Coach: Summer Boyle Last Year’s Record: 25 – 8 First Game: March 8

Head Coach: Mike Parrinello Last Year’s Record: 23 – 6 First Match: Occured Feb. 28

Swimming/Diving

Boys Volleyball

Head Coach: Tim Oelgoetz Last Year’s Record: Boys 3 – 4; Girls 2 – 5 First Meet: March 20

Head Coach: Jamie Boyle Last Year’s Record: 18 – 12 First Game: March 13

*Be sure to submit photos throughout the season to www.92128magazine.com

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An Act of Merit

92128 Resident Rewarded for Heroism

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ancho Bernardo resident and Venturing Scout Tim Higgins received the Boy Scout Meritorious Action Award (Medal of Merit) for saving a woman’s life during a People First meeting.

Congressman Scott Peters presented the award to Higgins this past December.

Tim was attending the meeting for People First, which helps those with developmental disabilities self-advocate, when he saw the woman turning blue from choking on a sandwich. He performed the Heimlich maneuver on her while she was sitting in her scooter, clearing her airway. He also directed the others in the room to call 911 and then talked to the dispatcher while assisting the woman until the first responders arrived to take her to the hospital.

The Boy Scouts Medal of Merit may be awarded to a youth member or adult leader who has performed some outstanding act of service of a rare or exceptional character that reflects an uncommon degree of concern for the well-being of others. Well known for being an outstanding student and citizen, this is not Tim’s first public acknowledgement. In 2012, he was one of two students chosen to serve on the California Department of Education’s Advisory Commission on Special Education (ACSE), a group authorized by Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA). He is in the second year of the two-year appointment that requires he review local programs and attend four to six meetings a year.

In the short two years he was at the Winston School, he became a standout student, co-winning the Winston School’s Headmaster’s Award at his class graduation ceremonies last spring. The Headmaster’s Award is the highest honor given each year to the upper school student who best exemplifies the values of the Winston School. He just enrolled at Radford University to earn his EMT certificate, so that he can continue as a volunteer for the Salem Rescue Squad. ¢

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Money raised will help fund the seventeen-year-old Traditional Housing Program, as well as other programs that the Soroptimists support that help women and girls in the community and world-wide. Transitional housing is provided for women and their children who are victims of domestic violence. The Soroptimist International Clubs of Poway and Rancho Bernardo have

Soroptimist Club’s High Tea and Fashion Show been collaborating together on this eighteen month program that moves families from dependency and abuse to a safe, self-sustaining lifestyle.

They provide furnished housing, financial help, and mentoring. Members of Soroptimist International Club have an opportunity to mentor the individuals in the program. After the program, the family takes everything in the apartment with them to help start their new life.

According to their website, “Soroptimist International of Rancho Bernardo’s projects are aimed at improving the lives of women and girls in their community and throughout the world. They are passionate about these projects and work hard to make them successful for everyone that is involved.” The Soroptimist Club of Poway meet each month at the Broken Yolk Cafe on Carmel Mountain Rd. The Soroptimist International of Rancho Bernardo also meet each and patronize local Rancho Bernardo restaurants for their lunch meetings. Check out their websites at www.sipoway.org or www.soroptimistrb.org for more information. 

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:::: BRONCO INSIDER

by SUSAN SHEN

special to 92128 Magazine

A Sport with No Sweat Academic League: RB’s Greatest Minds!

“H

is palms are sweaty, knees weak, arms are heavy.” Eminem may not have been referring to emotions during an Academic League match, but he certainly captures pre-game jitters.

What is Academic League? It is essentially “Team Jeopardy”, and there are many elements that make it similar to a physical sport. The adrenaline rush after smashing the buzzer to answer. Spectators to entertain. Rivals to crush.

Each team hails from different schools around the Poway Unified School District (PUSD). There are three levels: freshmen, junior varsity, and varsity. After extensive practice, five players are selected to “start,” but all participants are armed with an arsenal of knowledge.

Throughout the years, RBHS has won League and Inland Division Championships. We have earned shiny medals, trophies, and plaques (Ms. Mich: we’ll bring you more!). But what I am most proud of is how each year, Academic League teammates always become the greatest friends – working together cohesively to defeat another squad.

I really could not ask for a better team. They welcomed me with open arms when I walked on campus three years ago. We have exchanged Jane Eyre jokes and Benedict Arnold accusations. We have shared moments of solemnity during our (infrequent) losses.

Most importantly, we have been resilient, bouncing back after troubled times and putting our differences aside to show the other team what we are worth.

Now, I see that fighting spirit in the eager eyes of the freshmen. Before one of our Thursday matches, I was standing next to these Academic League young blood. A few of them had brought stacks of notecards.

Was this last-minute preparations for their Honors English exam? I wondered. Not at all: the notecards were inscribed with famous novels and authors. They were quizzing each other and shouting answers, even in the few minutes before the games formally begun.

They didn’t know it at the time, but I couldn’t stop smiling.

As the end of the school year approaches, I will soon bid my Academic League career adieu. But I know I leave the team in good hands because of the pure grit and commitment I see in these freshmen. The glory days of RBHS Academic League will continue, and I hope that there will be a whole pack of Broncos to cheer them on as they buzz their way to victory. ¢ Susan Shen is a senior at Rancho Bernardo High School. She participated in a summer internship with 92128 Magazine and is the ‘Bronco Insider’ for the 2013-2014 school year. She can be contacted at info@92128magazine.com.

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:::: IN OUR OWN BACKYARD

SPRINGTIME WONDERLAND Blooms Abound at The Flower Fields at Carlsbad

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by JESSICA WOODS

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

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

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

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

How Did The Flower Fields Begin?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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:::: REALTOR PROFILE

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With over twenty-five years of experience, I have been successfully meeting the needs of homebuyers and sellers within the Poway Unified School District and all over San Diego County due to my vast knowledge of the area and real estate.”

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t’s easy to bank on Marilyn Hanes of Coldwell Banker because of her record.

As the current top producing sales agent, Marilyn consistently earns the Coldwell Banker’s International President’s Elite Award.

In 2013, she received the President’s Premier Award, reserved only for the top one percent of Coldwell Banker sales associates worldwide.

She explained, “With over twenty-five years of experience, I have been successfully meeting the needs of homebuyers and sellers within the Poway Unified School District and all over San Diego County due to my vast knowledge of the area and real estate.”

Clients find working with Marilyn Hanes a pleasure. Part of her appeal is that she recognizes how important home buying and selling is for her clients. For buyers, it is a serious investment in the dwelling, the area and their future. Sellers appreciate having a skillful negotiator get the best price for what is most likely their largest asset. One client revealed, “Marilyn’s expertise helped guide us in pricing [our home] attractively, and it paid off when we received five offers sight unseen within the first week of the listing. The offer

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we accepted was 3% above our asking price, and we were able to close within forty days.”

Another satisfied client disclosed, “[Marilyn] is direct, to the point, and totally honest with her clients. She is quick to get things accomplished and does everything in a really timely manner.” From information gathering to searching, structuring offers to negotiating, coordinating home inspections to beginning escrow, Marilyn works effectively.

Marilyn’s background gives her an edge.

Having lived in North County San Diego since 1969, she knows the area and can help her clients narrow their property search based on preferences like work location, school district needs, places of worship, medical care and hobbies. Having previously worked in human resources, she knows the industries common to San Diego. Having past banking experience, she can recommend lenders appropriate for her clients’ needs. And her twenty-five years of real estate experience allow her to provide needed referrals for home staging, photography, marketing, moving companies and insurance.

Those interested in buying or selling a home

should begin by calling Marilyn, the agent who loves matching people with their homes. She will assess the situation and provide immediate, effective assistance. Over the past year, home values have increased 20% and are likely to increase another 6% due to low inventory; so, the time to act is now. ¢

At A Glance Name of Realtor: Marilyn Hanes Brokerage: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Years as Realtor: 25 Year of Establishment with Coldwell Banker: 2000 Address: 16363 Bernardo Center Dr., San Diego, CA 92128 Website: www.marilynhanes.com Email Contact: info@marilynhanes.com or marilynmhanes@gmail.com Phone: 619-540-6750 Description of Business: Marilyn Hanes, a California realtor in San Diego County, represents both buyers and sellers in procuring and/or selling homes, condos and/or multi-units for investment or as their personal residence.

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by TORI MORRISON | Photos by Spark Photography and Project Wildlife Care Center Staff

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

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

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

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

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

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

Resident Wildlife

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

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

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

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:::: FACES IN THE CROWD Under Nancy Canfield’s Leadership, the Rancho Bernardo Historical Society Earns Awards

by AMY LEHRER | photos by Spark Photography

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Name: Profession: Community: Hobbies: Favorite Local Spots:

Nancy Canfield Realtor at Real Living Lifestyles Westwood in Rancho Bernardo since 1985 Reading, writing, science, history, people The RB Historical Society, Poway Heritage Park, Bernardo Winery events, Sikes Adobe, Balboa Park, Old Town, walking at Torrey Pines Beach, 4S Ranch, Tractor and Steam Engine Museum in Vista, any museum, library or historic site

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he sixth of nine children, Nancy Canfield has always been committed to family. To support her children, she became involved in their schools, sports, the PTA and scouts. Currently she is the mother of two children and four step children and the grandmother of five grandchildren. She and her husband even raised their twin grandchildren for four and one-half years while their single mom served in the Navy. In fact, they are proud of their three children who serve in the Navy, and her husband served six years in the Navy as well.

Professionally, Nancy earned a business degree, worked in manufacturing operations and human resources for twenty years, wrote stories for Chicken Soup for the Soul and Heart of a Woman, received the San Diego Book Award for authoring Home Kids, the Story of St. Agatha Home for Children and worked in real estate for the last eleven years. She is proud that Real Living Lifestyles, the real estate company she works for, participates in a community service day each year. She exclaimed, “This year we collected 13,417 pounds of food for the 450,000 identified hungry in San Diego County.”

When Nancy’s children moved away, she shifted her focus. She explained, “My family has always been my first priority, but the community is my extended family.” Having lived in Westwood since 1985, she began by joining the Homeowner’s Association. She also joined the Rancho Bernardo Chamber of Commerce, became the honorary mayor of Rancho Bernardo for two terms, served on the board of the Rancho Bernardo Business Association, and began volunteering for the Rancho Bernardo Historical Society.

As president of the Rancho Bernardo Historical Society, Nancy worked with the other dedicated board members to preserve the history of the region, acquire new programs and exhibits, host events, organize the speaker series for the public and connect with the community. Because of their outstanding work, the Historical Society received the 10News Leadership Award, the Hats Off to Volunteers Award and grants from the Rancho Bernardo Foundation, the County supervisor’s office and the City councilman’s office. Regarding her feelings about community service, Nancy revealed, “It feeds my soul.”

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:::: REAL ESTATE WATCH

The Surging 92128 Real Estate Market

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veryone has been talking about the recent surge in 92128 real estate, and now the numbers support the claim.

2013 was a banner year for sales in 92128 with a large gain over 2012. The under $1M was steady and will continue to be a desirable price point for transplants. What does this mean?

Buyer confidence in the value of homes and, of course, the continued low interest rates.

Clearly, we know how desirable 92128 is to professionals because of the outstanding schools, proximity to hightech companies, location and lifestyle.

Recently, we received an inquiry

spring and enrolling their children into one of the many fine schools in the Poway Unified School District.

With Qualcomm, Northrop Grumman, Lockheed, and several other San Diego companies hiring, the local real estate market should continue to soar.

Inventory is very low and, there are still many buyers.

Those two factors make it the right time to sell... It’s a seller’s market!

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from a prospective buyer wanting to relocate. They searched the internet looking for the best school district to transfer their children into, and 92128 was at the top of the list! They didn’t know much about the area and relied upon our expertise to guide them.

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Baths

Est SF

Price

15663 Caldas De Reyes

Beds Baths Est SF 2

2

1,185

410,000

Price

Address 12120 Via Milano St

3

3

1,621

605,500

18568 Caminito Pasadero

2

3

1,417

414,000

13823 Esprit Ave

4

3

2,079

607,500

10378 Rancho Carmel Dr

2

2

1,154

419,900

15264 Avenida Rorras

3

2

1,843

609,000

12328 Springwater Pt

3

3

1,425

420,000

11366 Caminito Corriente

3

3

2,366

625,000

14126 Brent Wilsey Pl # 2

2

3

1,220

430,650

14694 Carmel Ridge Rd

4

3

1,843

625,000

12692 Elisa Ln # 228

3

2

1,267

437,000

17412 Graciosa Rd

3

2

1,817

625,000

12271 Rios Rd

3

2

1,779

450,000

17417 Francisco Dr

4

2

1,882

625,000

15672 Via Calanova

3

3

1,765

460,000

17483 Drayton Hall Wy

4

3

2,684

626,000

12777 Corte Cierna

2

2

1,286

475,000

11768 Caminito Corriente

4

3

2,366

635,000

15937 Avenida Villaha # 36

3

2

1,622

480,000

14128 Via Alisal

4

3

2,139

639,000

12081 World Trade Dr # 4

3

3

1,723

500,000

17391 Regalo Ln

3

2

2,157

650,000

12145 Royal Lytham Row

3

2

1,566

504,500

18371 Hampshire Ln

3

2

2,100

655,000

11851 Caminito Ryone

3

2

1,461

525,000

12632 Everston Rd

4

3

2,002

660,000

12654 Plaza Menta Plz

2

2

1,786

540,000

17036 Tesoro Dr

3

2

1,864

660,000

11635 Kismet Rd

3

2

1,375

561,000

11931 Avenida Consentido

3

3

2,340

675,000

18990 Caminito Cantilena # 52

3

3

1,696

565,000

12224 Mulholland Ct

4

3

2,079

695,000

13337 Corte De Comares

2

2

1,738

570,000

11222 Wallaby Ct

5

4

2,186

705,000

15639 Royal Lytham Sq

3

3

1,906

580,000

11680 Boulton Ave

3

3

2,149

710,000

12654 Parish Rd

3

2

1,813

583,000

11993 Aspen View Court Ct

4

3

2,352

710,000

12428 Bodega Pl

4

2

2,164

586,000

17177 Prado Pl

3

3

2,271

710,000

11456 Caminito Corriente

4

3

2,366

590,000

18635 Locksley St

4

3

2,480

715,000

17748 Sintonte Dr

3

2

1,679

590,000

17855 Bernardo Trails Pl

4

4

2,605

730,000

12141 Stanwix Sq

3

3

1,924

595,000

14249 Breezeway Pl

4

3

2,427

750,000

18042 Mirasol Dr

3

2

1,864

595,000

13635 Shoal Summit Dr

4

3

3,295

828,000

11245 Woodrush Ln

3

3

1,861

599,000

12523 Cloudesly Dr

5

5

4,009

850,000

13825 Stoney Gate Pl

4

3

2,162

600,000

10445 Harvest View Wy

5

4

3,528

879,000

15546 Calle Asturtas

3

2

2,049

605,000

(complete list of homes sold in 92128 at www.92128magazine.com)

Information considered reliable, but not guaranteed. Please check with a licensed real estate professional for more information. Not all sales are listed.

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Life Through A Camera Lens Rancho Bernardo Residents Featured at MOPA Youth Exhibit Gallery photos by Nicole Espina

“M

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

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

Of the many finalists, eighteen hailed from the 92128 area: Madeline A., Caylin A., Kasey B., Lauren D., Ali H., Claire H., Melody K., Grace L., Andrea L., Lauren Q., Madhvi S., Shruti S., Claire W., Niharika B., Tracy H., and Stephanie W. of Meadowbrook Middle School, and John C. and Phyllis G. of Poway High School.

“I am so impressed each year by the quality, creativity, and

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

The 2014 Youth Exhibition theme deals with family and the deadline to enter artwork is June 15. Visit www.mopa.org for more information. ¢

Photo by Niharika Bhaskar, Meadowbrook Middle School

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

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

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:::: LIBRARY SCHEDULE

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RB FRIENDS CHAMBER CONCERT SERIES 6:30 p.m.

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