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Stay-at-Home Dad
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Simply Amazing
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Making it Happen in PQ...
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Who Wants Just Crows?
Why PQ Man’s Family Comes First
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PQ’s Council cuts through red tape Top tips to attract birds, butterflies
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Community Events & Info
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Sports Registrations & Info The latest registration information
Community Volunteer
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In Our Own Backyard
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Local Community News & Info
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All natural weight management
Lin Siepert gives PQ children her time A look at the San Pasqual Battlefield
What’s for Dinner? Try your neighbor’s recipe
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Business Spotlight
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Real Estate Watch
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Library Schedule
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1 Day Away Spa’s technology The Mortgage Minute & recent home sales in 92129
Student Star Just call Matt Davis ‘Doc’
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This issue of 92129 Magazine highlights a number of individuals in the community deserving of congratulations for accomplishments, milestones or public service. We start with Rancho Penasquitos resident and 2009 Westview High School graduate Arianna Afsar, the current Miss California who competed in the Miss America competition on national television in January – making all of us proud with her vocal performance of “I (Who Have Nothing)” and finishing as a Top 10 Finalist. She shares some of her experiences, beginning on page 14. Then there is Jerry Buckley – a PQ resident since 1983 – who has had a long, successful career at Grossmont College, culminating recently with being named the new senior dean for the entire community college district. We thank you, Dr. Buckley, for your dedication and service to our youth and their education. Read about his tenure and plans for the future beginning on page 38. And, finally, we acknowledge appreciation to Andy Berg, executive manager of the National Electrical Contractors Association San Diego Chapter and president of the Rancho de los Penasquitos Town Council. Mr. Berg, who is featured on the cover of this edition, was very generous with his time recently in providing information for 92129 Magazine readers on the workings of the council and the contributions its volunteer members make to our community (don’t miss this feature, beginning on page 30). Berg and others on the council put in countless hours throughout the year to benefit others and improve the quality of life for local residents. All three of you make us very proud to be a part of Rancho Penasquitos. ALSO, we want to make readers and supporters of 92129 Magazine aware that a new sister publication – 92131 Magazine, serving the Scripps Ranch area – begins publication in March. With 92127 Magazine (which is distributed in 4S Ranch, Del Sur, Santaluz and the surrounding area), Susco Media now publishes three community magazines dedicated to giving readers information and features they want to read and providing advertisers with saturation distribution and results.
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Publisher - Derrick Breaux Editor Emeritus - Carolyn McElhaney Executive Director of Business Development - SB Sarver Director of Production - Tara Pritchett Photographer - Zeena Gregg Graphic Design - Tyler Mac 92129 Magazine is published locally six times per year by Susco Media Inc. ©2011 All Rights Reserved. Reproduction of any content in this publication without prior written permission is strictly prohibited. 92129 Magazine is a subsidiary of Susco Media Inc. of San Diego, CA: Carolyn McElhaney, Chairman of the Board; Scott McElhaney, Chief Executive Officer; Derrick Breaux, Chief Operating Officer and President. 92129 Magazine’s publication of information provided by advertisers (paid or unpaid) – or other companies or individuals – does not represent an endorsement or verification of accuracy. 92129 Magazine assumes no responsibility for the accuracy or liability for the content of advertising placed in the publication (or on the 92129Magazine.com website).
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community events & information
FEB 24
State of the Region Luncheon
San Diego North Chamber of Commerce’s annual event at MCAS Miramar Officer’s Club, 12 pm.-1:30 p.m. Multiple speakers. Information at www.sdncc.com.
FEB 2
YMCA Annual Fundraising Campaign. Former
TV news anchor Carol LeBeau is featured speaker as more than 120 local volunteers kick off the 2011 Partner with Youth Program to provide funding for Rancho Family YMCA. Call 858484-8788, ext. 218 to join the effort.
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Annual Dinner & Auction Gala
MAR 5
Dinner, drinks, gaming and raffles to benefit Canyon View Elementary School Foundation in PQ. Information at www.canyonviewfoundation.org.
Baseball, Softball Opening Day
Both the Rancho Penasquitos Little League, Penasquitos Girls Softball Assoc. begin spring seasons.
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Historic Adobe Ranch Tours
MAR 8
Free guided tours of Rancho Santa Maria de los Penasquitos – San Diego’s second oldest standing residence – every Saturday and Sunday. Information at www.penasquitos.org.
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St. Patrick’s Day Music
Raggle Taggle Band performs Irish songs for children at the PQ Library, 6-7 p.m.
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FEBRUARY EVENTS 2/3
7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Mt Carmel Orchestra Chamber Concert - MC PAC
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6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Canyon View Elem. 1st Annual Dinner & Auction Gala DoubleTree Resort www.canyonviewfoundation.org
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Time TBD Westview High School Winter Dance Wolverine Gym www.powayusd.com/pusdwvhs
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Rancho Family YMCA Program Session Begins www.rancho.ymca.org
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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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Rancho Family YMCA Family Sweetheart Dance www.rancho.ymca.org
2/14-18 President’s Week Camp at Rancho Family YMCA www.rancho.ymca.org 2/14-18 PUSD District Recess - No School 2/24
12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. State of the Region Luncheon Hosted by the SD North Chamber of Commerce MCAS Miramar Officer’s Club
MARCH EVENTS 3/7
6 p.m. Poway Unifed School District Board Meeting PUSD District Office, 15250 Avenue of Science www.PowayUSD.com
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Rancho Family YMCA Summer Camp Signups Begins www.rancho.ymca.org
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Rancho Family YMCA Fitness Challenge Orientation www.rancho.ymca.org
RECURRING EVENTS Every Saturday & Sunday Historic Adobe Ranch Tour San Diego County Park docents lead a free guided tour of San Diego’s second oldest standing residence, Ranch Santa Maria de Los Peñasquitos at 11 a.m. on Saturdays and 1 p.m. on Sundays, lasting 45 minutes. www.penasquitos.org First Wednesday of each Month at 7 p.m. Rancho Penasquitos Planning Board Meeting Doubletree Golf Resort www.rpcouncil.com First Thursday of each Month at 7p.m. Rancho Penasquitos Town Council Meeting Doubletree Carmel Highland Resort www.rpcouncil.com Every Thursday from 7:00 a.m to 8:15 a.m. San Diego North Rotary Carmel Mountain Ranch Country Club www.sandiegonorthrotary.org (dates & events subject to change) facebook.com/92129magazine
Friends of Los Canyon ReserPveñasquitos e Events FEBRUARY EVENTS 2/5
9 to 11 a.m. Geology Walk Through Time Meet at Lopez Ridge Park at 7245 Calle Cristobal.
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9 to 1 p.m. Cactus Restoration Volunteer Project New meeting place: cul-desac off the east side of Camino del Sur, about 1 mile north of its intersection with San Dieguito Road in the Santa Luz area.
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1 to 3 p.m. Vernal Pool & Flower Walk on Carmel Mountain Meet at 4730 Fairport Way at Shorepoint Way.
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9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friends’ Open Space Volunteer Project Meeting place to be determined. Call 858-342-8856.
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3 to 4:30 p.m. Carroll Canyon History Hike Meet at the corner of Scranton and Carroll Canyon
MARCH EVENTS 3/5
9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cactus Wren Restoration Volunteer Project New meeting place: cul-desac off the east side of Camino del Sur, about 1 mile north of its intersection with San Dieguito Road in the Santa Luz area.
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9 to 11 a.m. Geology Walk through Time Meet at Lopez Ridge Park at 7245 Calle Cristobal.
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9 to 11 a.m. Vernal Pool & Flower Walk on Carmel Mountain Meet at 4730 Fairport Way at Shorepoint Way.
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8 to 11 a.m. Loop Hike from Camino Ruiz Trailhead Meet at the trailhead near the entrance to Camino Ruiz Park in Mira Mesa. (11489 Camino Ruiz).
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8 a.m. Carson Crossing to Sycamore Crossing Loop Hike Meet at the kiosk near 7107 Park Village Road at Celome Way, Rancho Penasquitos.
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4 to 5:30 p.m. Tadpole and Fairy Shrimp Hike Meet at the Carmel Mountain Trailhead, 4730 Fairport Way at Shorepoint Way.
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4 to 5:30 p.m. El Cuervo Adobe History Hike Meet at the parking lot at 4206 Sorrento Valley Blvd.
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Attention All Leagues: Do you have a sports announcement or registration date that you need to let people know about? Send us your announcement TODAY! All announcements must arrive a minimum of 20 days prior to the publication date. Note: Deadline for the April/May issue is March 10.
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Rancho Family YMCA Soccer League Signups begin www.rancho.ymca.org
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Rancho Penasquitos Little League Games begin
Camps
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Penasquitos Girls Softball Games begin
Frozen Ropes Camps (see ad below)
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Championship Day - Rancho Penasquitos Basketball 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Black Mountain Middle School www.eteamz.com/ranchopenasquitosbasketball
Presidents Week Camp - 2/14 to 2/18 Spring Break Camp - 4/4 to 4/8 www.FrozenRopes.com/sandiego
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Siepert Gives PQ Children A Great Gift:
Her Time
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Volunteer Name: Age: Residence: Volunteer Affliation: Family Information:
Lin Siepert 63 Rancho Peñasquitos OASIS Intergenerational Tutoring Married 43 years to Bill Siepert 2 children, 2 grandchildren
Professional Info: Retired Teacher
Kristin Driscoll, of Rancho Penasquitos, volunteers with the Navy Marine Corps Relief Society and several other groups.
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in Siepert gives the gift of time to children. “Classroom teachers are busier than ever, and with one hour a week we can help develop a lifelong love of reading,” said Siepert, a volunteer with OASIS Intergenerational Tutoring at Los Peñasquitos Elementary School. An 11-year resident of Rancho Peñasquitos, Siepert also helps train new volunteers to the program – which places retirees as one-on-one reading tutors with children in elementary schools. “OASIS tutoring is designed to help children love reading. It matches a child who may be struggling with reading with an older adult volunteer from the community,” Siepert said, noting that the Poway Unified School District has nearly 150 OASIS reading tutors. “The volunteer is trained in ways to make reading and writing fun. The volunteer and the child meet an hour a week at school. They read together, write together, play reading games, and do other activities to promote the love of reading.” Married 43 years to husband Bill – an electrical engineer – Siepert has two grown children and two grandchildren and considers herself a television Food Network junkie. In addition to tutoring, she is a member of the Backyard Produce Garden Project in Poway, which donates organically-grown produce to local families in need. Previously, she was also involved with the Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, the Red Cross Backyard Swim Program, and the Heads Up! reading program. But it’s the OASIS one-on-one tutoring that occupies the bulk of Siepert’s attention now. “I heard about the program from a friend,” she said. “I decided to give it a try, and found I like it very much.” ¢ Name of Group: OASIS Intergenerational Tutoring Group’s 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-on-one reading tutor and reading buddy. Group Contact Information: Jane Radatz, coordinator of OASIS Tutoring for the Poway Unified School District at 858-485-5449, jradatz@att.net, or shokprogram.org.
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YMCA Launches ‘Partner with Youth’ Fundraising Campaign R
ancho Family YMCA in Rancho Penasquitos launches an aggressive 2011 fundraising campaign in February, 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 begins Feb. 2 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 Rancho Penasquitos, Rancho Bernardo, 4S Ranch, Del Sur, Poway, Mira Mesa, and other surrounding neighborhoods. For more information, or to volunteer for the upcoming fundraising effort – or to make a direct donation pledge – contact the Rancho Family YMCA at 858-484-8788, ext. 218 or visit www.rancho@ymca.org. ¢
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PQ’s Arianna Afsar A Miss America Top 10 Finalist
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iss California Arianna Afsar – a resident of Rancho Penasquitos and 2009 graduate of Westview High School – finished as a top 10 finalist in the 2011 Miss America competition in January on national television. An aspiring actress and singer (she made the final 36 as an “American Idol” contestant in 2009), Afsar spent two weeks in Las Vegas with 52 other competitors preparing for the live Miss America broadcast from the Planet Hollywood Casino. During the competition, she sang the romantic ballad “I (Who Have Nothing).” Prior to the broadcast, Afsar answered questions for 92129 Magazine about her experiences growing up in the community, serving as Miss California, and preparing to compete for the Miss America title: Question: How did you get involved in pageant competitions? Answer: I entered the Miss America Organization when I was 13 years old in the teen program, originally thinking it was a talent competition. When I went to the orientation I realized it was much more. Never did I think that a competition could pro-
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vide so much for young women even before the winner was announced. I learned how to be mature and well-spoken through interview, how to think quickly on my feet through onstage questions, how to be confident and poised through evening wear, how to improve and perfect my talent, and how important it is to be fit and healthy. I ended up getting first runner-up as the youngest contestant to the first ever Miss America’s Outstanding Teen representing California. From that moment I knew that I wanted to compete for Miss America. Finally when I was old enough, five years later, I competed for Miss San Diego County and went on to win Miss California. Question: What during your experience growing up in PQ
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and attending Westview High School prepared you to compete and serve as Miss California? Answer: Growing up in a close community really helped me to be successful in competing and serving as Miss California. The people here are so supportive and helpful in every activity in PQ. At Westview choir concerts, Mesa Verde variety shows, Canyon View talent showcases, the PQ Idol competition, the Cinco De Mayo street fair, and the Miss PQ pageant, I always saw the same familiar smiling faces that helped motivate me to strive for more. The support that PQ provides for each and every determined young adult is truly admirable. Question: What are the biggest challenges about being Miss California? Answer: The biggest challenge as Miss California is taking time off of school. I have completed a year of college at UCLA and I absolutely love the environment and education I have received. Being Miss California, preparing for Miss America, and going to school would be impossible – but I know the sacrifice of taking a leave of absence for a short time is absolutely worth it. I am learning so much from the people I meet, the experiences, the opportunities, and the new adventures. These skills I am gaining cannot be taught at school. I also am vying for more scholarship money in addition to the $35,000 I have earned thus far, which is an added bonus. Question: How did you prepare for the Miss America competition? Answer: (The last few months of 2010)…my life was dedicated to preparing for Miss America. Every event that I at-
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tended, I was growing and each person I met – whether they were older or younger or more educated or successful – I knew I was learning. My healthy diet and daily exercise with my weight trainer and Pilates trainer became habit and not a chore anymore. I stayed up to date with current events with my interview coach by reading the newspaper and watching the news on TV, which became enjoyable. I graduated and attended extra Dale Carnegie courses to improve my confidence in public speaking. I did countless mock interviews, increased my vocal lessons, practiced my walk, went to South Carolina to have a renowned designer design my wardrobe, shopped a lot with my wardrobe consultant, and I had the time of my life. The Miss California Organization did everything they could to make sure each girl felt as ready as possible. Question: Did you have friends and family attending the Miss America competition? Answer: Absolutely; my parents (Muhammad Afsar and Karin Schumacher) are my backbone and have made me who I am today. They have instilled my morals and values and I couldn’t have it any other way then to see their smiling faces in the audience. My favorite uncle flew down for the show and my great aunt and uncle drove from Sacramento to cheer me on! Also my aunt and uncle, Jan and Jim, were there to support me. Jan in particular has been there for me since I was a teen five years ago for Miss America’s Outstanding Teen in Orlando. She trekked to Phoenix and Hollywood when I was on American Idol, supported me at Miss San Diego and Miss California, and has been to every competition in between. ¢
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Stay-at-Home Dad Supports Spouse’s Career, Desired Lifestyle for PQ Family
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Karen Herbst and John Arndt wanted to raise their daughter Sarah rather than putting her into daycare at the age of five months. Then, in the aftermath of 9/11 when John’s employer faltered, their decision for him to become a stay-at-home father was made. That move in September 2002 allowed Karen – an Associate Clinical Professor and research physician at the University of California, San Diego – to meet the heavy demands of her position, and provide the Rancho Penasquitos family (since 2005) the opportunity to pursue the lifestyle they hoped. “We searched for a home in this area because it was a close enough commute to La Jolla for Karen to go to work, while still allowing us to live within the Poway school system,” said John, who has a bachelor’s degree in biology from the University of New Orleans. Sarah, now 7, is a 3rd grader at Sundance Elementary School. Karen, who has a bachelor’s degree and a PhD in cell physiology and a medical degree from Rush University in Chicago, also directs the weight control clinic at the VA San Diego Healthcare System and is one of the only physicians in the U.S. researching rare adipose (fat) disorders (RADs). The couple met under unusual circumstances, when Karen
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was living in Seattle and lost a roommate. “She advertised for another roommate – and after many very odd applicants, I showed up with a picture from my time spent in 1998 in Alaska as a fisheries observer in the Bering Sea for the U.S. Government,” said John, who like Karen is an Illinois native. “Karen knew she would never date a guy like me, and I thought she was a little goofy, so we became roommates. Later, we formed a much stronger bond.” That bond has created an active, unique lifestyle for the family. They enjoy hiking, photography, watching movies, horseback riding (thanks to the generosity of a neighbor), and vegetarian cooking. John bikes several times a week, serves as Karen’s personal assistant when needed for her research projects, volunteers at Sundance school, does handyman jobs for friends and neighbors, and plays the piano, guitar and harmonica. And Karen has appeared on an episode of the television show “The Doctors” and other programs. Of course, it’s time together as a family that counts the most. “So we can spend more time together, Sarah and I will drive Karen to work – taking the long way so we can drive by the ocean,” John said. “In other words, we do family by car because of Karen’s workload. One time when we drove by the ocean, we saw dolphins feeding and a small whale popped its head up with the same school of fish about 50 feet off the beach, and then a seal popped its head up right after.” ¢ Know a family that should be profiled in 92129 Magazine? Recommend a family online at www.92129magazine.com.
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:::: IN OUR OWN BACKYARD | Local outdoor adventures
Bloody Battle, Famous Names At a Glance Location:
San Pasqual Battleground State Historic Park
Address:
15808 San Pasqual Valley Rd
Visitor Center Hours: 10 a.m-5 p.m. Sat & Sun
Cost:
FREE
Website:
www.sanpasqual.org
Phone:
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Volunteers participating in a recent reinactment of the Battle of San Pasqual (above, and above right)
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Nearby Mexican-American War Battlefield Park A Significant Part of California History
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the history of the valley through Native ot many actual battlefields exist American, Spanish, Mexican and U.S ocin Southern California, but one cupations. A short video of the Mexicanof the few is within easy drivAmerican War is presented along with ing distance of residents in 92129: San displays depicting events leading up to Pasqual Battlefield State Historic Park. the battle. An observation room features Located just east of the San Diego a map of the battle and descriptions of Wild Animal Park (or San Diego Safari Park, as it’s being rebranded by the San Diego Zoo) and about Did You Know? eight miles east of Escondido on Highway 78, the park honors Volunteers annually in December re-enact the the soldiers who fought in the battle at the San Pasqual Battlefield State Historic battle between U.S. and Cali- Park during the “Battle Day” event. In addition to fornio forces on Dec. 6, 1846 staging the battle itself, visitors can enjoy music, during the Mexican-American period dancing, a salute to the fallen, black powder War. The 50-acre park is located and cannon firing demonstrations, children’s games, on a hillside in the San Pasqual a mountain man encampment, demonstrations of Valley, overlooking one of sev- candle dipping, bullet molding, blacksmithing and a eral battle sites and includes variety of other activities. the American soldiers’ camp location after the conflict. It For more “Did You Knows” visit features a visitor center, am- www.92129magazine.com. phitheater, picnic tables and a half-mile nature trail. A large monument each day’s actions, both in Spanish and stands on a hillside to commemorate the English. And a bookstore on site specialactual battle. izes in the battle and war, biographies, Open only on weekends, the visiand the history and people of California. tor center has interpretive displays of The visitor center is open 10 a.m. to 5 February | March 2011
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Mexican detachment on trained horses and using lances and p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. Admission to the park and the lariats. The Americans counted 35 killed or wounded, while the visitor center is free. Californios counted only two dead and 12 wounded in the battle. While only one of many military encounters in California After burying their dead and binding the wounded near where during the Mexican-American War, the Dec. 6, 1846 battle the park now is located, proved to be the bloodiest the U.S. soldiers tried to and the one with the most Names of the better-known individuals at the Battle reach San Diego, but were controversial outcome of San Pasqual live on in Southern California: engaged again for several – according to materidays by Pico’s forces at als available at the recent • Kearny Mesa, an area in San Diego, was named after the U.S. commander at the Battle of San Pasqual (Gen. Stephen Mule Hill just past Rancho annual “Battle Day” reWatts Kearny). San Bernardo (above what enactment at the park (in • Kit Carson Park on the south side of Escondido was named in his is now Lake Hodges). A December 2010). And it honor (Carson City, Nev., also is named for Kit Carson, but for a late-night escape by Kit included some famous invariety of activities and adventures). Carson, Edward Beale and dividuals as well. • Beale Air Force Base in Marysvale, Calif., is named after Edward an Indian scout averted The 100-member Beale, who secured reinforcements from San Diego with Carson. outright slaughter for the American “Army of the • Camp Gillespie, completed in 1942 in San Diego, was named in Americans when the trio West” – led by Gen. Stehonor of Lt. Archibald Gillespie – who with Kearny was wounded reached San Diego and phen Watts Kearny – had during the battle. The federal Army camp later became Gillespie returned with reinforcejust arrived from Missouri Field, a San Diego municipal airport. ments from the command by way of New Mexico • Capt. Benjamin Moore, who died at the battle, was honored by of U.S. Navy Commodore when it met and was dethe naming of Fort Moore near downtown Los Angeles (and LA’s feated by a smaller force Robert Stockton. Fort Moore Hill Pioneer Memorial further honors Moore and other Historians still debate of Californios led by Gen. American pioneers). which side won the battle, Andres Pico west of what because the combined is now Ramona. force shortly vanquished Hungry, cold, wet and the Californios. The battle is also unique in that it is one of the exhausted, the Americans were overwhelmed by the betterfew military battles in the U.S. that involved elements of the armed Californios. The U.S. force – riding mules, for the most Army, Navy, Marines and civilian volunteers. ¢ part and hindered by wet gunpowder – was no match for the
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:::: YOUR NEIGHBOR’S RECIPE Ava Nebel’s
Banana Stuffed French Toast Ingredients 1 3/4 2 1 1/4 1/4 4 2
firm ripe banana cup of half and half large eggs tsp vanilla tsp cinnamon tsp nutmeg (1-inch thick) slices day old challah or brioche tbsp unsalted butter confectioners sugar for dusting
Directions 1. Cut banana into 1/4 inch thick slices. 2. In a bowl, whisk together half-and -half, eggs, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg. 3. Cut bread slices horizontally almost in half, leaving 1 edge intact. 4. Stuff each pocket with 4 to 6 banana slices (do not overstuff). 5. In a baking dish just large enough to hold bread slices in one layer, arrange slices and pour custard over them. Soak slices, turning them over once or twice to allow bread to absorb all liquid, about 15 minutes. 6. In a 12 inch non-stick skillet melt butter over low heat until foam subsides and cook slices until golden, about 5 minutes on each side. 7. Dust French toast with confectioners’ sugar and serve with syrup.
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Ava Nebel, a 4th grader from Rancho Penasquitos, submitted this breakfast recipe, because she enjoys making it for her family. This is one of many recipes she learned in her Gateways Summer School cooking class. Gateways Summer School is a non-profit, communitybased organization formed in 1982 by parents, in order to provide unique educational experiences for students during the summer. The program offers fast-paced, intense enriching experiences for identified gifted and highachieving children. In addition to cooking, Nebel loves reading, gymnastics, soccer, and playing outside with her friends. ¢
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Just Call Him ‘Doc’
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Multi-Talented Sundevils’ Drum Major Can Fix Anything, Planning Theater Production Career
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att Davis has more than a few interests and talents. A senior at Mt. Carmel High School, Davis is perhaps most known to students and their parents as Drum Major for the Marching Sundevils Band. In this capacity, he provides leadership and guidance to the band, as well as boosting morale among the members. “I was selected at the end of my junior year after competing against peers in marching ability and leadership and completing an interview by the directors,” Davis said. “I am very honored to have been selected to be drum major. I really enjoy the challenges of leadership and competition. During a parade, I march in front giving the band commands regarding when to play, what time to keep and when and where to march.” His skills in this capacity resulted in being named the San Diego Drum Major Academy’s “Most Outstanding Drum Major”. Interest in music began early for the 17-year-old senior at the Rancho Penasquitos school. “I’ve played musical instruments for as long as I can remember,” Davis said. “I joined 5th grade band playing the trumpet, and I’d played the piano and guitar before that. And then I learned the drums going into 7th grade because my church – Penasquitos Lutheran Church – was looking for a drummer.” February | March 2011
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But for Davis – the son of Mike and Pam Davis of Sabre Springs – music is only a part of his well-rounded life and experiences. Not only is he a member of the National Honor Society, he also is an Eagle Scout, a Distinguished Member of the International Thespian Society, a Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do, and a High School AP Scholar. In addition to following politics closely, he also considers himself a “go-to and fix-it geek” when it comes to computers. “In fact, I can work on just about anything techie,” Davis said. “My friends often call me ‘Doc’ because I can fix anything (and my initials are MD).” And that ability is what connects Davis to his true passion: Theater and technical production. “My main interest is in theater production. The first time I walked into Peñasquitos Lutheran Church, I looked behind me up at the sound booth,” he said. “I went up to the pastor (I was around 8 years old) and asked him when I could work up there.” The church’s pastor indicated Davis needed to be at least 13, and the Sunday after his 13th birthday Davis began learnfacebook.com/92129magazine
ing to design and run sound. And then, out of sheer interest, he learned to design lights and stage manage – and eventually started his own company, called Technical Production Management. “I started my company about two years ago. Clients call me when they have an event that requires lighting, sound, or visual effect needs,” Davis said. “For example, a dance school might hire me for their holiday show. They might ask me to set up the stage, plan and rent unique lighting (strobes, spotlights, colored filters, etc.) to highlight their dancers as well as provide a microphone for introductions and arrange their music.” After assessing the client’s needs and making a proposal, Davis then hires technicians for the operations. Davis hopes to pursue his theater passion after graduating high school later this year. “I’m planning to attend college – my top choices are USC, UCLA and NYU – to continue to further my career as a theater technician,” he said. “One of the professors when I was visiting colFebruary | March 2011
leges said something that really struck me, ‘Your profession should be something that doesn’t feel like work.’” And since theater and stage production is a true passion, Davis indicated that’s his future direction. “I can’t imagine something more enjoyable to do for a living, so that’s where I’m headed,” he said. ¢
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Simply Amazing!
New All-Natural Weight Management Program Targets Fat and Increases Energy
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ccording to co-founder Rick Micheri, one word describes a new and unique, all-natural weight management program now available locally, “Amazing!” And he should know. After allowing his weight to climb to 310 lbs. and his health decline, the father of two young daughters knew something had to change...and fast. So he tried the same methods himself, dropping more than 70 lbs. on this program (see photos below). “I started as a skeptical and reluctant client,” said Micheri. “Within a short period of time I saw such great results that I approached the doctor to see if there was an opportunity to be more involved. A few months later we opened the Rancho Bernardo location of Amazing New Me in May 2010.” According to Micheri, Amazing New Me – a whole body homeopathic health center -- gets real results with a philosophy that utilizes all natural products and education. Utilizing the center’s weight loss program, clients lose fat, gain energy and experience an improved sense of well being. “Most diets today focus on speeding you up and starving
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you. This is a dangerous combination.” said Micheri. “More often than not, you will lose weight (pounds) at the sacrifice of your lean body tissue (muscles) and water not fat loss. Once you stop eating and drinking their products and begin to eat normal foods, those muscle tissues will rebuild themselves, therefore gain weight back.” “This is where the Amazing New Me program is set apart from other diets,” Micheri said. “Our program reverses everything. We focus on loss of fat inches and education to help you to keep it off. This program puts the patients’ bodies in what we call a state of release. The body will naturally release and metabolize about 2,000 calories of fats daily. This is key, as the body bypasses the lean body tissue – what normally is lost by other diet methods. Our patients’ bodies, instead, target the adipose fats for calories and nourishment. As fat takes more energy to process and is high in nutrients, so the patients’ hunger is naturally reduced and have plenty of energy.” Simply put, the combination of diet and a sublingual oral spray allows the body to burn fat and use this fat as nutrients, he said – which in turn feeds the individual. Even though the patient is consuming about 500-1,000 calories daily, their body is now releasing and metabolizing additional calories from their fat. “That is why our patients are not hungry, have plenty of energy and feel a sense of well-being while on the program,” according to Micheri. “And all of our products are produced in the U.S. at an FDA-approved facility. Our specific formula is the first homeopathic HCG product approved by the FDA for weight management.” Our most popular programs are a 70-day, (two-cycle) and 150-day, (four-cycle) program.” Micheri points out that typical weight loss during EACH cycle is 7 to 25 lbs., depending upon the individual’s body structure, eating habits, and activity level. “Each cycle is 23-28 days of fat loss, with a two-week maintenance period separating each cycle,” Micheri said, noting that there are three products taken during the weight loss cycles: • First is the oral spray, which is taken twice daily (morning and night). Patients keep the product by their bed, applying three sprays under the tongue when they awaken and when
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they go to bed. • The second component is a high grade sublingual B-12. Patients take 10 drops once daily in the morning. • Third is a once-daily supplement capsule taken with breakfast, which assists in appetite control and provides a small amount of energy (many patients often stop this supplement as they progress in the program and appetite control no longer is an issue). A unique part of our program is how each cycle begins for patients. “The first two days of each cycle, you get to binge or splurge or ‘pig out’. We want you consuming 1.5 to 3 times your normal daily caloric intake,” he said. “This abundant ‘satisfied state’ shocks your body out of its existing plateau point.” Day three of the cycle is the trigger point and the start of the weight-loss process. “All you eat are fruits, preferably apples, pears and berries. And no more than eight portions total, which brings the day’s caloric intake to about 500,” according to Micheri. “After that, we recommend 5-6 small meals throughout the day for the rest of the cycle.” Each cycle then ends with the maintenance period, allowing the patient’s body to set a new “zero point” – referring to where the body sets its natural plateau to be maintained. “It’s important to remember that 5 lbs. of fat is a large volume off your body,” he said. “You will see your body melt away and shrink faster than you see pounds come off.”
‘We believe teaching proper eating habits and portion control along with our program is the best approach to achieve long-term results.’ ~Cyndi Keech, Amazing New Me
The 70-day (two cycles) program normally is $599, but Amazing New Me’s current New Year’s promotion has the program priced at only $399 – or only $5.70 per day, for all supplements and consultations throughout the program. The 150-day (four cycle) program is the best value at only $4.00 per day. ¢ 858-521-9332 Call for a FREE consultation www.AmazingNewMe.com 16885 W. Bernardo Dr., Suite 230 San Diego, CA 92127
Frequently-Asked Questions About the Weight Management Program
Amazing New Me’s Rick Micheri answered some frequentlyasked questions about the center’s weight management program:
Is the program safe?
Yes, in our program patients’ bodies use nutrients stored in their abnormal fat deposits for additional nourishment. There are no accelerants that speed you up, make you feel shaky or uncomfortable, no unnatural or synthetic ingredients.
How long does it take to see results?
Most clients are astonished in the first two weeks. They can’t believe how quickly their bodies are shrinking.
What is the average weight loss for the program?
The average male patient can lose one pound of fat a day. The average female patient can lose ½ to 1 pound of fat a day.
Will I feel hungry?
No, our products cause the body to use nutrients stored as fat to “feed” the patient, so they don’t feel physiological hunger. In the beginning days, the patient’s low calorie diet may trigger cravings or mental hunger because the body is removing toxins. If this occurs, the program provides a non-stimulant, all-natural appetite control capsule.
Will I regain or rebound my weight?
Our program targets fat loss which is less likely to return. You only restore fat by a continuous overeating over consecutive meals, allowing your body to have surplus calories to store as fat.
Am I required to exercise to see results?
No, it is not required. Although it can improve results, we ask to limit exercise to non-strength building (such as cardio, walking, swimming, stretching, yoga) during each of the weight loss cycles. facebook.com/92129magazine
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:::: COMMUNITY STUFF PQ Premier and F.C. San Diego Sockers Merge
PQ Premier (PQ) and FC San Diego Sockers (FCSD) have combined to become the San Diego Soccer Club (SDSC) for the 2011 season. The merger was approved in October. The new organization will continue to operate as a 501(c)3 nonprofit. A blended board of directors will be led by Sally Grigoriev, the new president. All 74 current competitive teams will fully merge. Seamus McFadden and Brian Quinn will combine to lead the boys program, and Raffi Ruotolo and Peter Stogsdill will lead the girls program. The recreational program will remain focused on developing talent and a love for the game within their respective communities. Jim Flowers will continue to oversee the RBYSA Recreational program and Haydn Mitchell will oversee the PQ Recreational program. While the recreational programs will remain separate, they will be operating under the same banner and find many opportunities where the clubs will work together to enhance the soccer experience of our players and their families. In a time when many new smaller clubs are forming throughout San Diego, this merger is about taking two established, stronger, larger clubs with similar philosophies and putting them together with the intent of providing a more comprehensive program for soccer players of all ability levels, organization officials said. “We are truly thrilled about the new direction and future of the club, we are also excited about the exceptional developmental opportunities we can now offer all the young players that will benefit from the knowledge and training passed to them from Brian, Peter, Raffi and our coaching staff,” said McFadden. “There has been encouragement to move in this direction from many members, the surrounding communities and from all levels of both organizations, we are glad we made this happen”. For more information about the newly formed San Diego Soccer Club, PQ Premier and F.C. San Diego Sockers go to www.pqsoccer.com or www.fcsandiego.com.
Nominations for PQ Volunteer Award Sought Nominations are sought for the 2010 Gary Whaite Rancho Penasquitos Volunteer of the Year Award. Presented annually by the Rancho de los Penasquitos Town Council, the award will be announced in late April and the selected individual honored at the 16th Annual Fiesta de los Penasquitos on May 1, 2011. Nominations can be made by completing the nomination form at the town council website, www.rpcouncil.com and submitting online or via U.S. Postal Service to Rancho de los Penasquitos Town Council, P.O. Box 720783, San Diego, CA 92172-0783. Nominations also can be submitted by visiting www.92129Magazine.com, selecting the “Reader Participation” tab, and completing the nomination form – which will be submitted to the town council committee handling the selection. 26
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PQ’s 16th Annual Fiesta de los Penasquitos May 1
The 16th Annual Fiesta de los Penasquitos will be Sunday, May 1, 2011. Each year, more than 15,000 people attend the community festival, which is a family-oriented street faire located between Twin Trails Drive and Carmel Mountain Road. Started in 1995, it is the largest event of the year for the Rancho Penasquitos Town Council. All proceeds from the event are returned to the community in the form of individual and organizational grant awards. The event – which is free to the public – features four zones: Family Fun Zone, Adventure Zone, Community Zone, and the Carnival Zone. More than 150 vendors, providing arts and crafts, food, home improvement tips, a rock climbing wall and a Fiesta Fun Tent for children of all ages. For booth applications or to obtain additional information, call 858.324.1881 or visit www.fiestapq.com or www.rpcouncil.com.
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 – 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.
3 Westview Cadets Receive ROTC Scholarships At least three Westview High School Navy JROTC cadets will attend college next year on Reserve Officer Training Corps scholarships. Cadet Allison Adamos, the Deputy Operations Officer, has been assigned to the Navy ROTC unit at the University of San Diego. Cadet Connor Oberrick, the current Commanding Officer, has been awarded a Marine Corps Option ROTC scholarship; and Cadet Nathan Wilson, the Executive Officer, received a Navy ROTC scholarship. Cadets Oberrick and Wilson are still awaiting a school assignment. Over the past three years, Westview cadets have been offered $1.5 million dollars in scholarships and currently attend
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the United States Military Academy (West Point), Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, the University of Arizona, Auburn University, Cal Poly San Luis Obispo and Cal Maritime University among others. Westview’s Navy JROTC program is available for any high school student in the Poway Unified School District and currently has students participate from Rancho Bernardo, Mount Carmel and Poway high schools. For more information on the program, call 858-780-2000, ext. 3238, or email rjordan@ powayusd.com. Pictured (left to right): Cadets Allison Adamos, Connor Oberrick and Nathan Wilson
More than 700 Compete in Rotary Fun Run
More than 700 elementary and middle school students participated in the 23rd Annual Fun Run, sponsored by the San Diego North Rotary Club. The event – held at Mt. Carmel Stadium in November – provided young racers the opportunity to run an actual cross-country course. Despite the blistering heat, the runners managed to finish the course in record numbers this year. There were over 600 elementary runners, and over 100 runners from the middle schools. Because so many schools now have running clubs, more schools fielded teams at the event, including Sunset Hills, Adobe Bluffs and Willow Grove. For more information, visit www.sandiegonorthrotary.org.
PQ Softball Coach in Adidas Futures Program
Coach Mike Fox was selected as an official adidas Futures top 50 travel softball coach. With this designation, Fox will select up to 15 players ages 14-18 to make up an adidas Futures National Team, which will compete at the 2011 adidas Futures National Tournament July 20-24, 2011, in St. George, Utah. Fox has coached girls softball in Rancho Penasquitos for 15 years, starting in the U10 recreation league with daughter Kristie Fox (Univ. of Arizona, 2005-2008) and continuing on with daughter Kellie Fox (a freshman this year at UCLA). “It was in those early years coaching Kristie, and many other PQ players, that I discovered that there were great opportunities for these young ladies to obtain scholarships and compete at the highest level in softball,” said Fox. Adidas is hosting the Futures National Tournament provides an opportunity for uncommitted players to showcase their talents in an arena that is tailored for them and the college coaches seeking talent for their teams. Each coach/team will hold tryouts with the intent to select and roster 15 uncommitted players ages 14-18 (thus, 750 uncommitted players attending the event). “I am honored to be part of this event,” Fox said. “Adidas is committed to putting on an event that is focused on the girls, that is focused on providing opportunities for those that may not have any, that is focused on providing a venue to showcase young talent, and that is focused on helping these young girls get recruited.” For more information, visit www.adidasfutures.com. facebook.com/92129magazine
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PQ’s Council Makes Things Happen Faster
Contacts, Knowledge and Access Assist Residents on Many Issues
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eginning in 1975 (with a short break along the way), the Rancho de los Penasquitos Town Council has served as a liaison between the residents of PQ and the City of San Diego and other government entities. In addition, the council has coordinated local events, provided funding to individuals, organizations and schools for projects to benefit the community, and worked to influence government decisions in favor of local residents.
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Current town council president Andy Berg generously gave his time to provide answers to 92129 Magazine about the group, how it works, and how local residents can be more involved. 92129 Question: What are some of the more important contributions the Rancho de los Peñasquitos Town Council has provided the community? Andy Berg: The town council provides grants to a number of local organizations each year, but among the more tangible accomplishments in recent years: • Coordinating the Fiesta de los Peñasquitos, which is an annual event now in its 16th year. It now attracts about 15,000 people each year. This year’s event is May 1, and will be our single largest fundraising project. • Mitigating the impact of Highway 56. Some Rancho Peñasquitos residents went from living on a cul de sac to living on a freeway, which obviously created lots of concern. The council was instrumental in working with the planning board to make things safe for those communities that were affected. • Influencing the location of the Mercy Road Hydroelectric Pump Station. The planning board wanted to put it in Ridgewood Park, but the council worked hard to keep the pump station away from the park. There is no big hydropump in a PQ neighborhood because of the town council. • Creation of the Fire Council’s “Community Fire Watch.” This began two years ago. The philosophy was, “If you could have
eyes on the canyons and those eyes had a cell phone, call 911.” Town council members drove around and picked out seven vantage points, and 40-50 residents volunteered to watch the canyons with binoculars. Firefighters from the local station then gave training to the volunteers. 92129 Question: Why is it important that Rancho Penasquitos residents are aware of the town council and how it functions? Andy Berg: It’s important for people to be aware there is local help in the community. All voice mails that come to the town council go directly to the council president’s email. The town council can take away a lot of frustration of getting things done in the community. 92129 Question: What are the basic differences between the Rancho Penasquitos Town Council and the governing board in an independent municipality? Andy Berg: Oh, it’s night and day. A governing board – such as a City Council – has the ability to make laws and enforce the laws. Town Council is just a group of community people that get together once a month to help make the community better. Council members have access to a wide variety of elected officials and power brokers, and can open up discussions and dialogue more easily.
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Andy Berg 50 9 Long Island, NY UCSD (BA degree) Executive Manager National Electrical Contractors Association, San Diego Chapter Family/Children: Married 19 years to Andrea one daughter, two sons Hobbies/Interests: Chess, sports, “Jack of all Trade and Master of None”
92129 Question: What are the specific boundaries (area) covered by the town council? Andy Berg: Rancho Penasquitos – eight districts separated by elementary school boundaries. PQ is a built-out community, except for one more development in the works near Westview High School. 92129 Question: How does the town council typically communicate with the City of San Diego and its officials and departments? Andy Berg: District 1 City Councilmember Sherri Lightner sends a representative to each meeting (as do other elected officials in the county). But regular communication is very basic, usually involving the council president picking up the phone and calling the appropriate department or staff member when something comes up that needs to get done. 92129 Question: Does the council have any employees, or is support provided by City of San Diego staff? Andy Berg: Rancho Penasquitos Town Council has no employees and no support staff – all individuals in-
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volved are volunteers. The council’s only expenses are for insurance, voice mail, and a postal mailbox. 92129 Question: How are members of the town council chosen? Andy Berg: An election by district is conducted annually at the Fiesta de los Penasquitos. Other council members are appointed throughout the year to fill vacancies. For consideration in the election, interested individuals need only live in the community and complete the application on the town council website (www.rpcouncil.com). Each of the eight districts can have up to four representatives. 92129 Question: How much is the annual budget of the council? Andy Berg: Basically, whatever profits are made on the Fiesta event – which varies between $5,000 and $20,000; and any revenue derived from selling sign sponsorships in the banner district. Funds are then donated to individuals, groups, organizations and schools in Rancho Penasquitos for specific projects involving the betterment of the community. For example, the council provides funding each year for the local police to put on a Christmas Party for the community surrounding Los Penasquitos Elementary School. We also fund a number of Eagle Scout projects each year. Requests for grants can be made directly to the council, with the stipulation that the projects must be nonreligious and must benefit the community.
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92129 Question: What is the process and criteria to secure grants from the town council? Andy Berg: Go the town council website at www.rpcouncil.com and you’ll find an application. It can be submitted online or via regular mail. At a subsequent town council meeting, requests will be considered and a check is often written on the spot. It is not a long process and is not competitive. It’s basically on a first-come, first-served basis for worthy projects. 92129 Question: Does the town council need volunteers or support for any of its projects or events? Andy Berg: Oh, heck yeah – especially with the Fiesta. When one ends we are already planning for the next year. Plus, we are also always looking for more people on the council. It is not and has not been filled to the 24-member capacity and we want it to be a full council. Every new person on the council comes in with fresh ideas and that’s what we seek. 92129 Question: What service does the town council provide the community that most residents don’t know about? Andy Berg: We help with code enforcement and serve as a liaison to elected officials. People think they have to go through elected officials to get things done (ie: pot holes, water main breaks, etc.), but town council has the ability to make things happen a little faster because they have the contacts of the right people to talk with. ¢
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Non-Invasive Anti-Aging Specialists 1 Day Away Spa Offers Traditional Services, Cutting-Edge Technology
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stablished in 2004, 1 Day Away is a unique spa, skilled in the latest technologies of healthy noninvasive alternatives to plastic surgery blended with traditional healing therapies – all within a calm soothing environment. Owner Susan Jordan, who has a Bachelors of Science degree in cell and molecular biology, is a noted scientific author in her field and spent several years in skin-related research and product development for a company engaged in the development and manufacture of human-based skin products. Her experience, aptitude, and attraction to cutting edge healthy antiaging alternative technologies became the launch pad for 1 Day Away Spa in Rancho Penasquitos. “The majority of today’s consumers are internet savvy, and therefore far more educated in evaluating the benefits of pain-free, no downtime, less expensive, healthy alternatives to surgery or other invasive procedures,” Jordan said. “Most people want to look and feel better as quickly as possible without negative effects to their health, time, or pocketbook.” A wide range of services are preformed in a relaxing spa setting by trained, licensed and experienced professionals dedicated to superb customer
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service and developing long-term client relationships. “Upon entering the spa, clients feel comfortable and relaxed in the tranquil feng-shui surroundings,” Jordan said. “Treatment room décor is inspired by retreat locations and includes desert, beach, garden, forest, and mountain themes. Rooms BEFORE AFTER are complete with themed wall murals, ceiling tiles, and all the enseeking to calm their mind and balance hancements to promote a tranquil ‘get their body with massage services, heated away’ experience.” stones, reflexology, detox – or want to The spa’s unique niche is offering indulge in a beauty enhancing face-lift a combination of the latest in healthy, facial, peel, micro-dermabrasion, ulcutting-edge, anti-aging technologies trasonic facial, waxing or state of the to look and feel better, combined with art spray-on tan – 1 Day Away’s broad traditional spa services – such as masrange of services offers something for sages and facials – all within a relaxed almost every member of the family. setting. Perhaps the spa is best known 1 Day Away Spa is located at for its nano and micro-current “Secrets 13173 Black Mountain Road, Suite of the Stars” Face-Lift treatment, as seen 10 in the Rancho PQ Town Center, on “The Oprah Winfrey Show”. This is and operates Tuesday through Saturconsidered by many to be the world’s day with core hours from 10 a.m. to 5 best in non-invasive alternatives to plasp.m. (and by special appointment from tic surgery for the face and neck. 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.). Call 858-484-2213 1 Day Away is proud to be the first or visit www.1dayaway.com or spa in San Diego to offer the hottest new www.1dayaway.blogspot.com for more anti-aging procedure available: Elastin information on specials and services. ¢ Infusion, which is a pain-free procedure that replaces up to two years of lost Elastin in just one session. First used by the U.S. Department Location: of Defense to promote wound healing and tissue regeneration Rancho Penasquitos in wounded soldiers, it is now Specialty: being used as an anti-aging wonder to help erase wrinkles. Healthy Non-Invasive Other advanced services Alternatives to Plastic Surgery include the FDA-approved More Information: ARASYS Inch Loss and Body Contouring system, and laser www.1dayaway.com cellulite reduction using the www.1dayaway.blogspot.com Tri-Active laser system. 858-484-2213 So whether clients are
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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.
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2479
615,000
12648 Cabezon Pl
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2
1572
460,000
13495 Samantha Ave
4
3
2219
640,000
9845 Via Monzon
4
3
1843
467,000
13973 Bryn Glen Ct
3
4
2215
645,000
12795 Amaranth St
3
3
1652
475,000
12623 Senda Panacea
4
3
2683
645,000
12885 Prairie Dog Ave
3
2
1699
475,000
13106 Sierra Mesa Ct
4
3
2419
645,000
11031 Kika Ct
3
3
1514
492,000
13748 Quinton Rd
5
3
2849
680,000
12737 Isocoma St
4
3
1970
500,000
9215 Ellingham St
4
3
2906
690,000
13854 Paseo Aldabra
4
3
1985
505,000
8202 Torrey Gardens Pl
5
5
3408
700,000
9445 Pipilo St
4
3
1979
515,000
11812 Meajean Pl
5
3
2740
718,600
12948 Pine Manor Ct
3
3
1683
517,000
8465 Burr Ln
5
4
2700
720,000
9098 Buckwheat St
3
3
1620
520,000
7155 Torrey Mesa Ct
4
4
3246
725,000
12618 Brickellia St
4
3
1822
525,000
13182 Mesa Crest Pl
4
3
2858
730,000
7446 Healis Pl
4
3
2101
530,000
12305 Brassica St
4
3
2885
740,000
8331 Bryn Glen Wy
3
3
1803
530,000
8521 Clatsop Ln
4
3
2790
749,000
14874 Priscilla St
4
3
2416
540,000
12218 Picrus St
5
4
2639
771,000
14216 Korrey Dr
4
3
2278
545,000
8361 Alpine Ridge Road Rd
5
4
3277
796,617
7981 Jake View Ln
3
3
1812
545,000
8368 Entreken Wy
4
5
3813
885,000
14291 Classique Wy
4
3
2546
550,000
13713 Torrey Glenn Rd
5
4
3338
890,000
13341 Russet Leaf Ln
4
3
1849
560,000
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PQ Resident New Grossmont College District Senior Dean Jerry Buckley to Head Research, Planning, Institutional Ef fectiveness
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ancho Penasquitos resident Jerry Buckley can now put away one of the two hats he’s been wearing for the past year as both a Grossmont College dean and a district administrator. Buckley, who holds a doctorate in educational leadership, has been appointed the senior dean of Research, Planning and Institutional Effectiveness for the Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District. For the past 14 months, he held the dual post of Grossmont College’s dean of Math, Natural Science, Exercise Science and Wellness, and acting senior director of the district’s Institutional Research office. Buckley assumed his new position in late 2010. His previous job of heading the Institutional Research office has been expanded to include leading district strategic and longrange planning and assisting with improving institutional effectiveness. He will help develop and implement ideas on improving student learning and service outcomes and other measures of student success. As administrator of the Institutional Research office, he heads a team of analysts who collect data and produce studies on college and community demographics, population
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and enrollment projections, as well as research on specific programs and services for both Grossmont and Cuyamaca colleges. “During his 20-year history with Grossmont College, Buckley has repeatedly proven his effectiveness in positions of leadership,” district Chancellor Cindy L. Miles said. “It’s clear that he is highly qualified for this
critical position.” Buckley – a PQ resident since 1983 – said he is especially pleased to have the opportunity to expand research findings into new proposals to improve student outcomes. He added he has found the past year to be a welcome return to coordinating research projects, something he used to do in the 1980s with Sharp Memorial Hospital’s cardiac research program. A Grossmont College professor from 1990 to 2006 in the cardiovascular technology program, Buckley said he can offer insight into improving student success and has utmost confidence in his team of analysts in Institutional Research to produce the information needed to answer some of higher education’s toughest questions. “Today the California community colleges are challenged to help students reach their educational goals while receiving less
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state funding,” Buckley said. “Institutional research can provide useful information that informs strategic decisions and helps our colleges better serve students.” Buckley outlined specific short-term and long-term goals in his new role. “My short-term goal is to enable broader access to data used in college research and planning, as well as program evaluation. These functions are critical to understanding institutional effectiveness and maintaining a college’s accreditation,” he said. “As colleges and universities now exist in an era of greater scrutiny and accountability, my long-term goals include facilitating development of new processes, database and reporting systems that support our educational programs and services, linking their planning and budgeting activities.” Buckley’s many awards and recognitions from Grossmont College include a Distinguished Faculty Award in 1998, the Business and Professional Studies Division Award in 2000, the President’s Leadership Award in 2005, and a Commitment to Service Award from the Grossmont College Foundation last spring. He received the William E. Piland Leadership Award from San Diego State University, where he received his doctorate in June in educational leadership with a specialization in community college/postsecondary education. He received a certificate in community college instruction from the University of California, San Diego in 1992; a Master of Arts in biology with an emphasis in comparative physiology from California State University, Fullerton in 1980, and a Bachelor of Science degree in biological sciences from the University of Southern California in 1976. ¢
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San Diego Chinese Historical Museum Science and Technology (Children’s) - Mar. 2, 4-5:30pm
Preschool Craft Time (ages 3-5) Wednesdays, 6-7pm No registration required
OASIS: Take Charge of Your Health Teacher: Ravi Sahay (Adult) - Feb. 2, 1-3pm
Raggle Taggle Band - Saint Patrick’s Day Music (Children) - Mar. 8, 6-7pm
OASIS: Gothic Cathedral Teacher: Eugene Marseglia PhD (Adult) - Feb. 23, 1:30-3pm
Fun Food Crafts (Teen) - Mar. 15, 6-7pm
Preschool Storytime with Marilyn (ages 3-5) Thursdays, 9:30-10:15am No registration required
San Diego Chinese Historical Museum Chinese New Years (Children’s) - Feb. 1, 4-5:30pm Duct Tape Art (Teen) - Feb. 9, 6:30-7:30pm Local Author, Nancy Holder Book Talk (Teen) Feb. 22, 6-7pm The Tutoring Club Presents-How to Ace Tests Feb. 23, 6:30-7:30pm MARCH* OASIS: Using Ancestry.com for Family History Reseach (Adult) - Mar. 9, 1-3pm OASIS: Origens and Destinations-Global Migration Patterns (Adult) - Mar. 23, 1-3pm
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Weekly Events: Homework Help - Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 4-6pm, Children’s Area Gentle Yoga Class with Kathleen (Yoga Vista Studios) - Tuesdays, 1-2pm Bring a yoga mat. No sign-up required
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Internet Tutoring - Thursdays, 10-12pm Drop-in basis Toddler Storytime - Thursdays*, 11-11:30am (Children ages 24-36 months) *except 3rd Thurs. No registration required “Wii Get Crafty: Crafts and Games for Ages 6-17” - Thursdays, 4-5pm Beginning Yoga - Saturdays, 9:45-10:45am Bring a yoga mat. No sign-up required Contact library for a complete list of events: Rancho Penasquitos Library 13330 Salmon River Road San Diego, CA 92129 858-538-8161
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Who Wants Just Crows? There are Better Ways to Attract the Good Birds – and Butterflies – to Local Backyards
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uring a discussion with 92129 residents about landscaping , the conversation turned to this question: “Where are all the birds in the area?” Obviously that’s an exaggeration…there are lots of birds in lots of places in PQ. But shouldn’t the Rancho Penasquitos community have more pleasant little birds flittering around in our backyards? The vote amongst the small contingent was a decided “yes!” So how can local residents make this happen? Is it really possible to have an environment that creates a habitat that attracts wildlife such as songbirds and butterflies? Again, the answer is a decided “yes!” First step in this movement to improve the 92129 “backyard habitats” is to put in place more native plants, which provide unmatched habitat value because native flora and fauna have coevolved for thousands of years. This is often referred to as “habitat gardening” or “backyard restoration”, referring to the ‘By simply providing a process of converting tranew development source for food, water, ditional landscape plans in privately cover and a place to owned yards or public spaces that attract and supraise the young – along toportthose native birds, bees, butwith incorporating terflies, and other wildlife. tactics benefit wildlife sustainable gardening Such by providing food, shelter, practices – the water and nesting places. can involve combackyard menagerie biningPlans a few key “habitat is attainable for family plants”, along with reducin use of pesticides and and friends to enjoy.’ tions fertilizers. Habitat gardens are delightful for families, as children have a natural affinity for the birds and bugs. Creating, growing and maintaining a natural garden provides children with a healthy outdoor experience. Here are a few tips for attracting butterflies to the backyard: • If you want butterflies in the backyard, then go for the fruit-bearing trees and flowering plants – especially plums. The only variety of plum tree native to California is the Pacific Coast plum, also called the Sisson plum or Prunus subcordata. • Among native shrubs, butterflies are attracted to the 42
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nectars of California lilac, bladderpod and coyote bush. • The major annual plant that attracts butterflies is the lupine, native in many parts of California. • There are many perennial flowers, grasses and plants that will attract butterflies and are native to California. Butterflies feed on nectar from yarrow, milkweed, buckwheat, golden yarrow, coast goldenbush, deerweed, coyote mint, sage, goldenrod, lilac verbena and San Diego sunflower. To attract birds to the backyard, here are some recommendations: • Similar to how they attract butterflies, fruit trees – especially plum – are special to many bird species. Juniper, dogwood and cherry also are well received. And evergreen trees provide good shelter for nesting birds. • Flowers such as marigolds and sunflowers are popular with a variety of birds. • Shrubs and vines such as honeysuckle and blackberry are also popular. Making it simple, any 92129 resident – in a home, with a condo patio, or even an apartment balcony – can create an environment that attracts beautiful wildlife and help restore habitat. By simply providing a source for food, water, cover and a place to raise the young – along with incorporating sustainable gardening practices – the backyard menagerie is attainable. In addition to incorporating native plants, local residents can add supplemental feeders in the backyard. Not only do children enjoy watching the birds feed, they often are extremely excited about actually “feeding the birds”. And a backyard pond or a human-made feature such as a bird bath is well received by both butterflies and small birds. ¢
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