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FEEL THE OCEAN AIR The Ocean Air Park and Recreation Center is full of activities and resources for children and adults of all ages. We talk with Site Supervisor Kevin Wiggins.
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:::: FROM THE PUBLISHER When Did I Blink? “Don’t blink. They grow up fast.” This was the advice that a close relative gave me when my wife and I decided to start a family. Since then, our family has grown to a total of five – two daughters (15 and 6 years old) and a son (8 years old). Oh yeah, and a crazy dog. I must have blinked somewhere along the way. Recently, our 15-year-old daughter has been preparing to get her driver’s license. She has passed the DMV written permit test and logged her first few official hours of behind-the-wheel driver’s training. It seems like it was just yesterday when we were taking her to her first day of kindergarten. And now, she actually has official documentation from the state allowing her to drive – with restrictions. How did this happen so fast? If looking at the official state-issued document wasn’t enough of a reality check, I sure had one the other night when my daughter asked if she could drive the car (with me in it of course) to dinner at my father-in-law’s house. This is a ten mile drive! I reluctantly said yes with the encouragement and display of enthusiasm from my wife. When did I blink? There are many milestones that you pass when you are a parent. Sitting in the passenger seat while your 15-year-old is driving you for the first time is certainly one of those milestones. We are very proud of her. She is a good kid. As she continues to grow up and mature, we can’t help but get excited for what lies ahead. She is at that special age where absolutely anything is possible in her future. The problem for us is that we don’t want to blink anymore. Just a few blinks ago we were teaching her how to ride a bike – not drive a car. We’ve decided to take the original advice and simply stop blinking – as it turns out, they really do “grow up fast.”
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92129 Magazine // RANCHO PENASQUITOS Publisher Derrick Breaux Editor Tara Pritchett Tara@SuscoMedia.com 858-768-0808
Associate Editor Sarabeth Graml Art Director Tyler McElhaney Senior Graphic Designer Katie Mott
17th Annual Fiesta de los Peñasquitos
It’s time to celebrate in PQ! The Fiesta 2012 is dedicated to the parents who volunteer at our schools. Scheduled for May 6 in PQ, the theme is “Education Starts with Family.”
The Caboose
Local volunteer Joanna Jaroszewska is always last to finish the race. The Westview senior has been riding as volunteer “caboose” in the Race Across California.
Giving Back
San Diego Hospice volunteer Lisa Espiritu says volunteering has “nourished her soul as a human being and has put life in perspective.” For more information and articles, visit www.92129Magazine.com
92131 Magazine // SCRIPPS RANCH The Faces of Scripps Ranch High School
Graphic Designer Shamara Lane
Scripps Ranch High School is committed to preparing students for the future. Principal Ann Menna and students explain why SRHS provides students with great opportunities.
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Six-year-old Iris Zheng is an accomplished ballet dancer, artist, swimmer and she’s bilingual!
Queen of Scream
“So You Think You Can Dance” star and Scripps Ranch resident Mary Murphy sits down with 92131 Magazine and talks about her life both on and off the camera.
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92127 Magazine // 4S RANCH, DEL SUR, SANTALUZ, WESTWOOD Oak Valley Middle School
An effective school climate that supports all students, honors effort, and guides the youth of 92127 to be prepared for higher education is what Oak Valley exemplifies. We talk to Principal Wrisley and several student leaders about Oak Valley.
Get Your Sport On
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The newly opened Sport Clips Haircuts in the 4S Ranch Village has one goal in mind – to make every client feel like a champion.
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Stone Ranch Elementary’s Art Corps Coordinator Donna Clopine talks about Art Corps, her passion for volunteering and family life.
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92128 Magazine // RANCHO BERNARDO, CARMEL MTN RANCH, SABRE SPRINGS So Many Activities
Children, youth and adults are reaping the benefits of participating in the plethora of activities provided by the CMR/SS Rec Center that has been a staple in the community for two decades. We talk with Chairperson Laurie Marcus.
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RB resident Iszak says “thank you” with his Silver Age Yoga program for seniors.
Just Dance
Emma Bradvica is not a girl to sit on the sidelines. We talk with this energetic fifth grader from Shoal Creek Elementary. For more information and articles, visit www.92128Magazine.com
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JUNE EVENTS June 5
June 17
World Environment Day
Father’s Day
June 8 – July 4
June 21 – 24
San Diego County Fair
Royal Dance Academy Annual Recital
The Fair will be closed Mondays except for
Mandeville Auditorium UCSD Campus
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June 29
Flag Day
Celebration of Business
6 pm
Celebrate the best and brightest of San Diego June 15
12 – 3 pm
County’s business community. Silent auction,
Canyon Crest Academy Graduation
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CCA Fields
Rancho Bernardo Inn
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Canyon Crest Academy Grad Nite CCA Campus
July 3
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Fireworks Show at Westview
4:00 pm
Westview HS Stadium June 15
4 pm
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Torrey Pines HS Graduation TPHS Stadium
July 4
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Independence Day
June 15 – 16
10:45 pm
July 4
9 – 9:30 pm
Torrey Pines HS Grad Night
San Diego County Fair Fireworks
UCSD Campus
Del Mar Fairgrounds
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7 am – 3 pm
June 9 – 13
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The Training Club Open House
Kids Creative Cooking Camp
The Training Club is opening their doors free
Chef/Dietitian Jodie inspires your kids to cook
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July 18 Del Mar Horse Racing Opening Day
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Baseball/Softball Camp at Ocean Air Park For ages 5 – 13 allstarbaseballsoftball.com
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2012 Jeff Garcia Quarterbacks & Receivers Camp www.allamericansportscamps.com
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Del Mar Riptide Baseball Club Travel Ball Team Tryouts For ages 8-11 Season runs Aug 15 – Jan 15 Coach Kurtis Swanberg (858) 342-5931 Cheerleading Fundamentals Clinic www.torreypinespw.com Jr. Falcon Football Camp
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:::: FACES IN THE CROWD
Brian Köhn: A Principal’s Life Profile Information Name: Age: Residence: Profession:
Brian Köhn 51 Scripps Ranch Principal; Canyon Crest Academy Education: MM University of Cincinnati College Conservatory of Music, BM San Francisco State University
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aking a chance led to an amazing career for Brian Köhn, Principal of Canyon Crest Academy. Originally a conductor of various ensembles in the United States and Mexico and a private music instructor, he entered public education on a whim, applying for a job at Coronado High School as a music teacher despite having no public education interest and no teaching credential. Learning that his wife was pregnant with their first child made his choice to shift from an uncertain life as a musician to that of an educator easier, and he soon recognized that teaching was his gift. Later, Köhn joined a SDUHSD task force made up of visionary leaders to define the characteristics of a new high school, one that families would be willing to take a chance on in a district already filled with successful schools. Canyon Crest Academy emerged, a school with a strong visual and performing arts component that makes extensive use of technology and offers a 4x4 schedule. Working with people, both students and staff, inspires Köhn. Teachers in his past helped him find his path, and he hopes his words and actions empower others also. “There is such amazing talent among CCA staff members,” said Köhn. “I feel it is my job to support those talents and
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encourage teachers to dream big.” Constantly needing to adapt to remain relevant in our ever changing world both excites and challenges Köhn. While being forced to do more with less money each year teaches us to work smarter, “We are extremely lucky,” Köhn said, “to have such a highly effective parent foundation. Because of their good work, we have been able to compensate entirely or at least greatly minimize the effects of less government funding.” Away from school, Köhn has a rewarding personal life. He enjoys spending time with his daughter Lana, a CCA alumnus and current student at the Academy of Art in San Francisco, his son Alex, a current junior at Scripps Ranch High School, and his wife Lydia of 27 years. “She is the love of my life and the life force of our family.” Further, he roots for the Padres, pilots a plane, travels, attends concerts, and plans to drive with his son this ~ Brian Köhn summer to Dead Horse Alaska, Principal of Canyon Crest Academy the farthest point north one can drive in North America; a fitting reward for someone who likes to support big dreams. ¢
“Being forced to do more with less money each year teaches us to work smarter.”
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:::: HEALTHY SMILES
Importance of your Smile! Special Advertising Section Submitted by Dr. Jagruti Patel D.D.S.
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ur smile is a great indicator of how we feel! It is amazing how your mood improves when you smile. It is impossible to smile without raising your emotional mood! A smile expresses warmth and acceptance. It demonstrates that all will be well and life is okay. It brightens your day like rays of sunshine passing through thick clouds. It plays a big role in a person’s self esteem, health and sometimes the general outlook. It also affects how others see you, and dramatically affect’s one’s personal and business success. Your smile does make a difference on how people relate to you and how they treat you. When you have a beautiful, healthy smile, you appear confident, successful and friendly and people have a tendency to remember you. As part of your smile, your teeth are one of the main indicators of beauty. Your teeth and mouth set the stage. They
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are part of the first impression you make. Common feeling among people is that our oral appearance is linked to how smart we are. Three fourths of all Americans seem to think that an unattractive smile can affect a person’s financial and career success. Today, there are lots of different ways one can improve their smile. There are tooth colored fillings or porcelain veneers and crowns that can address unattractive gaps, irregularly shaped teeth, discolored teeth or cracked teeth. You can brighten a dull smile with various types of teeth whitening treatments. ¢
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Conner’s Legacy Lives on Via Conner’s Cause for Children by AMY LEHRER
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ur humanity often inspires us to help those in need. Sometimes we experience excruciating pain and then make it our mission to spare others this same trauma. And other times we merely recognize the burdens of others and decide to help. Judy and John Champ’s four year old son Conner died of brain cancer despite aggressive chemotherapy, radiation, and steroid treatments. This experience forced the Champs to recognize what was truly important – spending time loving their son, finding the best facilities and treatments for him, and preparing him for death by reading books and discussing heaven—and what was not as important at this critical time—working, paying bills, and dealing with insurance companies. Meanwhile, two inspired moms of Conner’s two best friends, combined with friends and neighbors, joined
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forces to raise money to pay mounting bills so the Champs could focus their physical and emotional energy on Conner. This fundraising effort became the nonprofit organization Conner’s Cause for Children. “After our bills were paid,” Judy Champ explained, “Conner’s Cause began to help other families who had a child who was afflicted with a life threatening illness.” Over the past eighteen years more than 4,000 families have received money to pay for utility and phone bills, gas, groceries, special equipment needed by the children not covered by insurance, revamping of vehicles or homes to accommodate wheelchairs, and travel expenses to obtain care and treatment. According to board member Karen Gliner, the goal is that “No child goes without access to treatment or dignified in home care because of a family’s lack of resources.” Most families who need assistance are referred by social workers or health care providers, but
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some families find Conner’s Cause via word of mouth or through the organization’s website. Those wanting to contribute to Conner’s Cause are encouraged to attend future fundraisers like the upcoming Summer Lovin’ Luncheon Boutique and Fashion Show that occurs June 3 at The Santaluz Club, buy art at community charity partner Art N Soul on 101 in Encinitas, raise their own funds, or make their own very welcome donations of any size. To make a tax deductible donation or learn more about Conner’s Cause for Children, visit www.connerscause.org. ¢
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Giving Back
Fourth Grader Raises Money and Awareness for Philanthropic Causes by JENNIFER FRAKES | photos by Zeena Gregg Photography
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hile many ten-year-old boys ask for the latest electronic gadget or the hottest video game for their birthdays, Benjamin Antoniades had another idea. “Last year, my best friend Liam Brogan and I had a joint 10th birthday party. We asked our friends to make a donation to the Rivers of Hope Foundation instead of giving us gifts. Rivers of Hope is Chargers quarterback Phillip Rivers’ charity that helps orphaned kids in San Diego find permanent homes. We raised over $600,” declared Benjamin, who was recognized along with Liam on the Rivers of Hope website and received a personal thank you note from Phillip Rivers himself. Benjamin, a fourth grader at Solana Highlands Elementary School, is also active in promoting awareness and fundraising for the Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Foundation. “Every year my school raises money for the CF Foundation by [having students] bring in coins. I really try to help raise money and awareness about CF at my school because my cousin Alyssa has it. She has to do special breathing treatments, take pills every time she eats and even have surgeries. Every year, I give money that I save to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation,” explained Benjamin. It is no surprise that Benjamin has been recognized
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on multiple occasions for exhibiting exemplary character while at Solana Highlands. Benjamin’s favorite subject is math and he credits his friends, the teachers and the Principal for creating an extraordinary school environment. “I love our school because I have made so many friends and the teachers are so nice. Most of all, I really like our principal Mr. Jones. He’s awesome,” stated Benjamin. In his spare time Benjamin enjoys going to restaurants with his family, watching Sam the Cooking Guy on television and going on vacations. He also plays soccer, baseball, basketball and flag football. According to Benjamin, soccer and baseball are sports near and dear to his family. “I started playing soccer because my dad is from England and he loves soccer. I started playing baseball because my mom is a huge Chicago Cubs fan. She knows more about baseball than any other mom I know,” remarked Benjamin, who aspires to be a professional athlete. ¢ Full name: Age: School: Grade: Parents: Siblings’:
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Break Into Song with the Children’s Choir by JENNIFER FRAKES
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hildren who participate in the San Diego Children’s Choir (SDCC) can expect to not only receive an education in music, but also experience rehearsing, performing and being part of a culturally diverse team. “The SDCC provides the youth of San Diego with the highest quality choral music education and performance experience, [while also] fostering an awareness of cultural diversity and inspiring a lifelong love of music,” said Danielle Balestra, Community Relations Coordinator. According to Danielle, the SDCC is open to boys and girls ages 4 to 18, from all racial, ethnic, religious and economic backgrounds. The SDCC was founded in 1990 by Polly Campbell, an avid lover of music and musical education. “We began with only a single branch and two choir levels. The choir now has five branches with four choir levels and over 250 participants,” explained Danielle. Currently, there are five locations
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for the core choral program - Mira Mesa, Rancho Bernardo, Del Mar, Hillcrest and Allied Gardens. “We also have an SDCC Neighborhood Choir outreach program that spans City Heights, Imperial Beach and National City,” said Danielle. In addition to weekly rehearsals at a site that is convenient for each child, participants in the SDCC will perform in multiple concerts, performances and enrichment programs throughout the year. The children perform one large concert per semester with the most recent being a children’s opera, Noye’s Fludde, at Copley Symphony Hall. For the older children there is typically an international tour each year. “The choir has performed in Great Britain, Germany, France and Italy,” Danielle mentioned. The SDCC is divided into four main levels: Preparatory (grades 1-2), Intermediate (grades 3-5), Concert (grades 6-9) and Youth (grades 10-12). There is also the Early Year program for children ages 4-5. Membership in the SDCC is by audition, with the exception
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of the Preparatory level. “The purpose of the audition is to insure the potential chorister has a healthy voice and can sing on pitch,” explained Danielle. The fees for membership are graduated based on choir level, and sibling discounts as well as scholarships are available. “The policy for the SDCC is to keep tuition affordable for all members of the San Diego community,” stressed Danielle. ¢ For more information about the SDCC, including the upcoming Making Music Summer Camp, please visit www.sdcchoir.org.
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Harris’s
Pretzel Pudding Ingredients 3 – 5.5 oz 4 1 Cup 1 ½ cups 2 cups ¼ cup 1 Tbsp 2 tsp ¼ tsp ¼ cup ¼ cup 3 Tbsp
San Diego Pretzel Co. Bavarian pretzels Eggs Granulated sugar Cottage cheese Plain yogurt Strawberry jelly Pure vanilla extract Cinnamon Salt Dark raisins Golden raisins Melted butter
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Golden, otherwise known as “The Pretzelogist” has called San Diego home for the last seventeen years. Born in Brooklyn, New York as “just another baby boomer”, Harris has distinguished himself from the rest by excelling in his true passion in life – cooking. After putting a degree in Culinary Arts and a Bachelor of Science in Hotel and Restaurant Administration, Harris worked winters at Elizabeth Arden’s Maine Chance in Phoenix, Arizona and summers at a children’s summer camp in Bloomingburg, New York – where he also met his wife, Sandy A.K.A. “The Pretzelmom”. Today, the Huntington Heights resident runs the San Diego Pretzel Company. Using a recipe for noodle pudding that his mom made and substituting pretzels, Harris invented a delectable dessert that garners rave reviews. In his spare time, Harris loves to spend time with his four children and three grandchildren, garden, travel, play billiards and write – he has even published two cookbooks. For more information on finding out what the pretzel craze is about, visit www.sandiegopretzel.com. ¢
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The Journal of Youths in Science (JOURNYS) Engages Youth in All Aspects of Science by JENNIFER FRAKES
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he Journal of Youths in Science (JOURNYS) is not your typical science journal. First of all, article topics are as varied as the physics of break dancing to the advent of cutting edge green technology. However, that isn’t the most unique feature of this publication. JOURNYS is a scientific journal created entirely by and for high school students. The student publishers of JOURNYS describe it as “an outlet for high school students to publish their original work and be directly involved in the scientific community.” The mission of JOURNYS is to foster interest and education in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) by creating not only a publication – but a community of students who share a passion for science and innovation. Members of JOURNYS state that “Through the editing process, [students] receive feedback from a variety of sources: peers, student editors, members in other chapters and the Scientist Review Board, a network of
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professional scientists that reviews articles. With these connections, students can reach out to peers and mentors in the scientific community.” Founded in 2008, JOURNYS began as a school-wide publication for Torrey Pines High School. Known at the time as Falconium, the publication quickly gained recognition and began receiving submissions from students at other schools. In the 2011-12 school year, under the direction of Torrey Pines science teacher Mr. Brinn Belyea, Falconium became JOURNYS and chapters were established at seven high schools nationwide, including Mt. Carmel, Scripps Ranch and Westview. Currently there are over 200 active members. Students involved with JOURNYS describe the idea of an inter-school journal as “promoting collaboration, not competition.” One of the main objectives of JOURNYS is to take science out of the classroom and show students its exciting, real-world applications. Because all aspects of JOURNYS are student-run – including art and web design,
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public relations and the writing of grant applications and proposals – there are opportunities for students with a wide variety of interests and talents to become involved. JOURNYS is funded by corporate sponsors GenProbe and Life Technologies, as well as through various awards and grants. JOURNYS representatives shared that the journal recently received a grant from DoSomething.org, a program that recognizes and supports young social entrepreneurs. To read the latest edition of JOURNYS, or for information on how to become involved, please visit www.journys.org. ¢ To read the latest edition of JOURNYS, or for information on how to become involved, please visit www.journys.org.
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From Creative Writing Project to Published Cookbook by ZEENA GREGG
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ifteen-year-old Amanda Presar attends Canyon Crest Academy where she plays tennis, soccer and lacrosse. The Presar family - Susan and Marcus, Alexa (20), Stanton (17) and Amanda - reside in Rancho Santa Fe where she enjoys the tranquility of her surroundings, playing tennis at the local club and riding her bike. As a freshman at Canyon Crest, Amanda found herself enrolled in Mr. Black’s Creative Writing class. While initially intimidated at being in a class with very few freshmen, Amanda ended up loving the class and threw herself into the assigned year-end project. Inspired by her grandmother who has written and published two cookbooks, Amanda decided to write her own cookbook. “I worked on it for a couple hundred hours and even stayed up until 1 am working on it. It was a hard couple of months for my family and I because the amount of work with the cookbook, as well as sports,” explained Amanda. Although the initial cookbook presented to the class at the end of the year was 600 pages, Amanda decided to split it up into two separate books, the first of
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which she self published and is available on Amazon. com. “Amanda’s Kitchen” is geared towards all ages and features cuisine from multiple cultures - including Greek, Italian, Mexican, Asian and even a few from the Cayman Islands. The cookbook highlights poems in a special section called “Tiggy’s Corner,” pictures on every page, and in-depth summaries on how to set the table to match a theme. This young author is also an artist. “I like art classes because they allow me to express my creativity and to learn new forms of art, from digital to traditional,” said Amanda. For inspiration, Amanda looks to her grandmother “Mommom” who is also a chef and an artist. “She is exactly how I want to be when I grow up. She is such an amazing person and I hope that I end up just like her.” As for the future, Amanda is keeping her options open. “I haven’t decided what yet but I have some ideas. I want to be an interior designer like my mom was or I might try and evolve in cooking. I am taking an imaging class at my school right now which is very fun so something having to do with digital art is another option,” mentioned Amanda. ¢
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ince moving to Carmel Valley, the Bath family has become heavily involved in their community. Lynne, Mark, and their children (Kevin, Ryan, and Mackenzie) moved from Seattle in August of 2000 to be closer to family. “We love living here for so many reasons,” said Lynne, “but the top two would be the great schools and the friendly people.” Mark, a graduate of Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, is the Director of Global Support for Nexsan Technologies, a local computer equipment manufacturing company. In his spare time, he reads or works in the backyard he helped build, and serves as President of the Torrey Pines High School Foundation. Lynne, a UCLA grad and proud Bruin, got her J.D. from Southwestern School of Law, but has put her law career on hold while she devotes her time to her children and volunteering. Lynne has served as PTA President, board member for the YMCA and Chairman of the Community Advisory Council for the Regional Special Education Consortium. She is also responsible for the wildly successful “Amazing Quest” fundraiser at Solana Pacific Elementary School and now runs the program as a business as well. “The whole family loves the television show Amazing Race,” mentioned Lynne, so in 2005 they created a similar
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event as a fundraiser. “So many people thought it was such a fun family event that they suggested I start a business,” said Lynne, “so I did!” This year, the Bath family planned the sixth annual “Amazing Quest” at Solana Pacific, as well as races for charities and company events around San Diego. Planning quests has instilled the Bath children with a strong work ethic. Kevin Bath, 19, works as a bag boy at Jimbo’s. He will be studying at Taft College in the fall in their Transition to Independent Living program. Ryan, 17, is heavily involved in sports at Torrey Pines High School and works in Club Services at Fairbanks Ranch on the weekends. Mackenzie, 15, also attends TPHS, loves to write and has started her own project, “Kenzie’s Kupcakes.” Best of all, they’ve clearly enjoyed working together as a family. “Put all five of us in an empty room,” said Lynne, “and we would never run out of things to talk about.” ¢ Parents: Residence: Since: Occupation:
Mark and Lynne Bath Carmel Valley, Tarrentella Ln. 2000 Mark - Director of Global Support, Nexsan Technologies Lynne - President and Owner, Amazing Quest Children: Kevin (19), Ryan (17), Mackenzie (15) Pets: Mia, a mutt rescued from Romania
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:::: COMMUNITY STUFF 7th Annual Charity Golf Tournament
The Christopher J Collins Foundation will host its 7th annual Charity Golf Tournament and Silent Auction at Morgan Run Club & Resort in Rancho Santa Fe on June 18. The event will benefit local San Diego youth organizations and fund a culinary school scholarship in partnership with Chef Celebration. The Christopher J Collins Foundation, a 501(c)3 corporation, was formed by Carmel Valley resident Kristin Watkins in 2005. The Foundation is dedicated to helping San Diego children develop confidence and leadership skills. Each year, the Foundation selects youth organizations with proven track records in helping kids in the immediate San Diego area. The event is sponsored by Sullivan International Group Inc. Player registration fees are $135 for individuals or $500 for a foursome and include greens fee, golf cart, BBQ lunch, range balls, commemorative tournament shirt, golfer goodie bag, dinner reception and silent auction. More information about the Christopher J. Collins Foundation and the Charity Golf Tournament can be found at www.chriscollins.golfreg.com.
The Royal Dance Academy Presents Believe
The Royal Dance Academy presents their annual recital, Believe. All five performances will be held at the Mandeville Auditorium on The University of California, San Diego campus. Performance times are June 21 and 22 at 6:30 p.m., June 23 at 2 p.m. and 6:30 p.m., and June 24 at 5 p.m. The Royal Dance Academy has been serving Carmel Valley for ten years with a wide range of classes to pique any interest. For more information visit www.royaldanceacademy.com.
The Grand Del Mar Awarded Recycler of the Year The Grand Del Mar has added to its growing list of accolades with a nod from the City of San Diego for its ambitious recycling program. The resort recently announced a fuel recycling program as well as a forward-thinking food-waste composting program in partnership with the City – in turn earning recognition as a “Recycler of the Year” by the City of San Diego’s Environmental Services Department. The Forbes Five-Star resort was recognized at the San Diego Zoo Earth Day ceremony in April. The resort developed an aggressive recycling program with the help of Waste Management and Urban Corps. – a locally-based nonprofit group that provides education and job training to young adults. A few of the many impressive steps that The Grand Del Mar has taken to save the city include producing 7,000 lbs. of compost weekly, recycling 90 percent of their waste and recycling more than a ton of cardboard and 900 lbs. of paper per month. The Grand Del Mar plans on getting down to and maintain a “Zero Waste” rate of 90 to 95 percent to even further their green efforts.
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Critter Camp Allows for Hands-On Experience Helen Woodward Animal Center will be holding a Summer Critter Camp June 11 to Aug. 17 for grades Pre-K to 8. Camps are one week long and themed – allowing the opportunity to pick and choose based on your child’s preference. Campers will meet horses, bunnies, birds, snakes, lizards and much more at the hands-on camp, where they will also get the chance to care for and feed them. The excitement reaches past animal meet-and-greets and extends into animal related crafts, games and activities. Classes are organized by grades to ensure age and developmentally appropriate activities that teach respect, compassion and how to provide a lifetime of care for animals. The Helen Woodward Animal Center is a non-profit organization that gives 100% of proceeds to saving the lives of the animals at the center. For more information visit www.animalcenter.org/education/ critter_camp_summer.aspx.
Rowing Teens Lead Crew to 3rd Place Medal
North County teens from the San Diego Rowing Club competed at the Long Beach Junior Invitational Regatta in April. The Junior Crew consists of several students from 92130 schools including varsity rowers Michael Wayne (Cathedral Catholic High) and Harrison Schneider (Torrey Pines High). Coming in 3rd place at their JV4 event, the two 92130 residents were joined by San Diego teens Daniel Sprague, Derek Manske and Cody Kitchener. Competition included teams from California, Arizona, Washington and Mexico. Based at the Coggelshall Rowing Center on Mission Bay, the San Diego Rowing Club is home to four junior crews. Rowers participating in the crews, which run from Sept. to May, come from 39 schools all over San Diego County. For more information on the SDRC Junior Crew or upcoming summer camps, contact Head Coach Chris Callaghan at 858-352-8380 or visit www.sandiegorowing.org.
Softball Coach has 300th Win
TPHS Softball Coach Jon Moore has had his 300th career win, and this year’s softball team at one point was ranked 23rd in the country by USA Today. The girls are having a great season!
Celebration of Business 2012
The San Diego North Chamber of Commerce presents Celebration of Business 2012 on Friday, June 29 from 6 – 9 pm. The event, being held at the Rancho Bernardo Inn, will showcase the best and brightest of San Diego County’s business community over cocktails, dinner and a silent auction. Highlighting achievements in both corporate and individual categories, Business Achievement Awards will be given in nine prestigious categories. Both members and non-members are welcome to join in celebration of doing business successfully, responsibly and in the spirit of San Diego North. For more information, please call (858) 487-1767.
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The Inaugural Summer Concert Series
An exciting line-up of world-class talent will take the stage at The Grand Del Mar for the resort’s Inaugural Summer Concert Series. Concerts are on Sundays, July 15 – Sept. 2 from 7 to 9 p.m. July 15 – Hiroshima, a celebrated Los Angeles-based fusion jazz ensemble July 22 – John Pizzarelli, a versatile and talented guitarist and singer performing classic pop, jazz and swing July 29 – ARRIVAL from Sweden, performing the music of ABBA Aug. 5 – Six-time Grammy winner Arturo Sandoval, one of the world’s top jazz trumpeters, as well as a renowned classical artist, pianist and composer Aug. 12 – Keiko Matsui, a noted keyboardist and composer Aug. 19 – Mindy Abair and Friends, featuring the famed singer and saxophonist Mindi Abair with jazz guitarist Jeff Golub and vocalist/guitarist David Pack Aug. 26 – Patrizio Buanne, an Italian singer/songwriter with a decidedly romantic bent Sept. 2 – Steve Tyrell, the Grammy award-winning vocalist best known for his Sinatra-esque take on the classics General seating is $65 per person; VIP seating is $95 per person. To reserve concert tickets visit www.GrandSummerConcerts.com.
TPHS Students Excel at 58th Annual Greater San Diego Science & Engineering Fair
The 58th Annual Greater San Diego Science Fair was held at the Balboa Park Activity Center in late March. Students from all over the county participated in a number of categories. Torrey Pines High School students represented their school, winning dozens of titles. Among the winners were Noa Glaser, who received 2nd place in the Computer Science category and won three professional society awards; Apoorva Mylavarapu, who took 1st place in Animal Science and Sweepstakes; Mike Wu and Madhu Krishnan who received 1st place awards in Computer Science as well as runner-up awards in Sweepstakes. Other TPHS 1st place winners included Melodyanne Cheng, Charulata Sinha and Seung Hwan Lee. Torrey Pines also had several 2nd place finishers including Amanda Gao, Alison Chan, Jake Leung, Joshua Send, Sarah Bhattacharjee, Peter Khaw, Justin Lio, Pin-Cheng Chen and Ching Hwa (Anita) Chen. Students also received a total of 20 additional professional and special awards for their work. facebook.com/92130magazine
Art Student’s Work Featured in Del Mar
Torrey Pines High School visual art student Hannah Buechler will have her work featured during the entire month of August in a one person show at the Chiropractic Center of Carmel Valley located at 12750 Carmel Country Road in Del Mar. This honor and distinction is due to the generosity of Dr. Bayrack and his staff in their ongoing effort to provide space for others to view the amazing creativity demonstrated by local students.
Student Journalists Travel to Seattle for National Convention
TPHS students traveled all the way to Seattle in April for the Journalism on the Edge Spring National High School Journalism Convention. The event was organized by the Journalism Education Association (JEA) and the National Scholastic Press Association (NSPA) with the purpose of educating students and allowing for new networking opportunities. The school’s newspaper, Falconer, won 1st place Best in Show for Newspapers (seventeen pages and over) as well as winning the 1st place Best in Show title for their First Flight literary magazine. The kids were treated to keynote speakers Jennifer Sizemore, Managing Editor of MSNBC.com, as well as TV personality, writer and blogger Dan Savage. After the event, TPHS journalism teacher Mia Smith and her students spent time at the famous Pike’s Place Market, the University of Washington campus and the Experience Music Project.
TPHS Speech and Debate Travels to San Francisco
Nine students from Torrey Pines High School’s Speech and Debate Team made the trek to San Francisco in April for State Championships. The event was held at Lowell High School – home of the oldest speech and debate team in the country. At the Carol Channing Theatre, students listened to speakers Richard Levin (President of Yale University) as well as Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer. The nine qualifiers – Michael Wientjes, Nicki Nikkhoy, Kenneth Cheung, William Johnson, Neal Nathan, Varun Bhave, Josh Helali, Ruochen Huang and Rakin Nasar – have competed in Orange County, Berkeley and Stanford this past school year. Huang and Nasar were selected for National Championships in Indianapolis which will take place in June. Best of luck to them both!
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organ Run Club and Resort sits on 300 acres of what has been described as “an area of unlimited sunshine and tropical climate.” Established in 1960, and originally named Whispering Palms, Morgan Run Club and Resort is home to 27-holes of championship golf, an 11-court tennis complex, a 68-room hotel and a fitness facility with a newly built salon and spa. “We strive to provide the highest level of professionalism and efficiency. We believe our clientele should have a unique and magical experience,” stated Carol Delhotal, Spa Supervisor. Morgan Run Club and Resort is According to Patrick Guion, Director of Athletics and Spa, The Spa at home to 27-holes of championMorgan Run is a full-service spa and salon complete with steam rooms and ship golf, an 11-court tennis private lockers. The spa and salon offers a wide array of treatments such as complex, a 68-room hotel and massages, body scrubs and wraps, facials, manicures and pedicures. “All of
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our services are performed by highly qualified technicians with an extensive background in the industry,” said Guion. Morgan Run Club and Resort is a private club with membership options customized to fit specific interests; however, many of the activities and programs are available to nonmembers. “The Spa is open to the public, as is our hotel, which features newly remodeled guest rooms and suites,” explained Guion. In addition, Morgan Run offers a variety of youth programs that are available to members and guests alike. Summer programs include junior golf, tennis, surfing and yoga. As stated by Guion, the youth sports programs are taught by professionals and
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are designed to educate young sports enthusiasts while making sure they have fun. “We have a beach-entry pool, complete with a play-and-spray water feature that makes for a great end-of- the-day activity for our campers during the summer,” said Guion. Located in Rancho Santa Fe, three miles from the ocean and only 30 minutes from downtown San Diego, Morgan Run is
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host to many weddings, golf tournaments and other corporate and special events. Guion encourages locals to visit Morgan Run and experience the natural beauty and equestrian influence of the area, as well as the welcoming atmosphere of the resort. “You will feel the friendliness of our community and be pampered for the day in a lush and beautiful environment,” declared Guion. ¢
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Site Supervisor: Kevin Wiggins Year of Establishment: January, 2010 Address: 4770 Fairport Way San Diego, CA 92130 Phone: (858)552-1687 Fax: (858)847-9907 Email: kwiggins@sandiego.gov Website: www.sandiego.gov/park-and-recreation/centers/oceanair.shtml Hours: Monday 12:00pm – 8:00pm Tuesday 1:00pm – 8:00pm Wednesday 12:00pm – 8:00pm Thursday 1:00pm – 8:00pm Friday 1:00pm – 8: 00pm Saturday 9:00am – 5:00pm Sunday Closed Membership Fees: None June | July 2012 92130magazine.com
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Ocean Air Community Park & Recreation Center Mission: To acquire, develop, operate, and maintain a park and recreation system which enriches the quality of life for residents and visitors alike, and preserves it for future generations.
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he overall umbrella mission of San Diego Park & Recreation Centers clearly represents what is happening at Ocean Air Community Park and Recreation Center. Children, youth and adults are reaping the benefits of participating in the plethora of activities provided by the Park and Center that has been a staple in the community since January 2010. Quality programs, safe environments, special events that provide community camaraderie and a team of dedicated Council Members are the driving force of what makes the center thrive. Site Supervisor, Kevin Wiggins, educates us on the ins and outs of this neighborhood gem provided to the 92130 Community.
How was the name Ocean Air Recreation Center determined?
Sports Council in allocating the new lighted ball fields to the community.
The park was named after the street E. Ocean Air Drive and the neighboring elementary school.
What are the amenities and facilities available at the recreation center?
What does the center pride itself on? I like to think we take pride in providing great customer service and providing the public with accurate information about our programs, permitting opportunities, park rules and regulations. Our staff also takes pride in providing the community with a clean and safe recreation environment.
What is the center’s philosophy, in terms of meeting the needs of the community and its young people? The Recreation Council and city staff worked diligently before the facility opened in gathering community input on which programs and activities they wanted to see and participate in. Program instructors were interviewed by the Recreation Council and City staff allowing us to provide quality recreation classes and team sport opportunities from the first day we opened the doors. City staff also worked with the Carmel Valley
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Ocean Air is an 18 acre park that includes a 16,500 square foot recreation center providing two meeting rooms, a kitchen, offices, restrooms and an 11,000 square foot multi-functional gymnasium. The park includes two ball fields, an outdoor basketball court, walking paths, two picnic shade structures and a large grassy passive area surrounded by rolling mounds. The park also provides a large playground with climbing rocks and boulders, a sand area and various play structures for children ages 2 through 12. Artistically, the park includes a long row of Liquidambar trees, which when mature will shield park users from prevailing winds that sweep through the site. The site includes California native plants that line the pathways and bring the users up to a stainless steel deck that overlooks the open space preserve. The project was designed to meet the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Silver Certification for its environmentally sustainable design. The park also connects to
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the Carmel Mountain Preserve, 400 acres of trails and is home to the largest collection of plant and animals in San Diego County.
Tell us about the Recreation Council. Who are the members and what are their roles? This group of concerned citizens volunteer their time to advise park and recreation staff on matters related to park and recreation programs, community events and equipment. They plan, promote, publicize and help provide recreation opportunities for citizens within the boundaries of the Ocean Air Recreation Council. Groups, clubs and leagues using the parks are encouraged to send a representative to the meeting. Meetings are open to the public. We encourage and welcome your participation. If you are interested or have concerns about your neighborhood parks (which include Ocean Air Community Park, Sage Canyon and Torrey Hills Neighborhood Parks) please attend the meetings or join the council.
What is your background and how long have you been involved with the Recreation Council? Our current Ocean Air Recreation Council members are: Chairperson, Kurtis Swanberg; Youth Baseball and Softball Instructor (New Member); Vice Chairperson, Kelly Goodwin, Environmental Molecular Microbiologist and Martial Artist (Involved since 2008); Treasurer, Roy Ashcroft, Assistant Director Del Mar Carmel Valley Sharks Youth Soccer (2 years); Corresponding Secretary, Jason Hardy, Pastor Wave Church (New Member).
When and where does the Council meet and what takes place at meetings? The Ocean Air Recreation Council meets the 4th Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at Ocean Air Recreation Center.
of San Diego Park and Recreation Department which consists of 57 recreation centers, 5 skate parks, and hundreds of neighborhood parks. All of these facilities are free and open to the public with fees for program participation.
What is the staffing size at the center? Who are the key personnel in allowing for successful programs? Currently the facility is supervised by a full time Center Director III, (3) full time Ground Maintenance Worker II’s and (3) part time Recreation Leaders I’s. The City of San Diego’s Civic Dance Arts program as well as (8) Independent Contractors provide recreation classes and programs. Instructors also rent fields from the city to provide additional programs and activities at this location.
What are the most popular programs/ leagues at the recreation center for both youth and adult? Our youth Martial Arts, Performing Arts Dance, Gymnastics and Jr. Sports programs are the most popular. Adult activities include Martial Arts, Pilates, Co-ed Softball, Basketball and Flag Football. We also offer open free play time in the gym for basketball, badminton, volleyball and pickle ball for seniors. Little league, girls softball and youth soccer leagues permit the sports fields throughout the year.
What is the relationship with other recreation centers in San Diego County?
What are the age groups served by the recreation center?
Ocean Air Recreation Center is part of the City
The center serves residents of all ages.
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Are there any upcoming events you would like the community to be aware of? Our next special event is Summer Fest on Sunday, June 10. At this event we celebrate the start of summer and promote our summer activities. Music, food and usual good times are included. We also have two Movie in the Park nights. The first is at Ocean Air Community Park on Friday, July 27 showing Adventures of Tin Tin. The second is at Sage Canyon Neighborhood Park on Friday, August 10 showing Spy Kids 4. These events are free to the public. For more information, please call the Ocean Air Recreation Center at 858-552-1687.
What are the summer programs available? When does registration begin? Our Summer Camp program is available now at the office or you can download it off our website: www.sandiego.gov/park-and-recreation/centers/oceanair.shtml. Our Summer Class Activity program will be available May 29. Registration for all summer camps and activities will begin June 4 at 5:00 p.m.
What are the future plans for expansion of facilities and/or services at the center? There are no current plans for expansion of the facility. We are continually evaluating the recreational needs of the community. ¢
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Dirty Blonde Singing Sensation Astraea Isn’t Afraid to Get a Little Dirty by JENNIFER FRAKES | photos by James Norton
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a.k.a. Nikki Moulios, is a San Diego native who is making a name for herself on the music scene as a high-energy singer/songwriter who isn’t afraid to get dirty. Astraea is the whole package – talent, looks and attitude. Her album, Dirty Blonde, has been described as “dance-floor ready” with in-your-face lyrics and driving beats produced by Miklos Malek (The X-factor). Astraea is poised and ready to make it big and when she does, get ready to get dirty and have some fun. “Music is the fabric of my being. When I’m not around it or partaking in it, I feel unfulfilled. I’m happy to say that I chose a career that is a combination of drama, music and storytelling. There’s nothing else I’d rather do,” says the pop chanteuse who started singing at age six. Astraea describes her music as dance/ pop and aspires to get teens and adults alike on the dance floor with her fun, flirty yet edgy style. She is definitely reaching the masses
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“Music is the fabric of my being. When I’m not around it or partaking in it, I feel unfulfilled.” ~ Astraea
– she is the face of Dirty Blonde premium champagne cocktails which are carried in over 800 Target stores nationwide. “I partnered with Kristen [Kristen Raskopf, founder and CEO of Dirty Blonde Cocktails] when she heard my song. She fell in love with the lyrics, as well as my look, and thought I was a great representation for her company,” says Astraea, who is planning
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a West Coast tour for late summer 2012. Astraea is currently working on her second EP album and has recently performed to sold-out crowds at Vlive in Chicago, Cuda Club in Portland, Oregon and local San Diego hotspot Barfly. She was also named one of Music Connection Magazine’s Hot 100 Artists List for 2011. Although it may seem a far cry from
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where she is now, Astraea sang in the girl’s choir at San Pasqual High School. Her roots in San Diego run deep; her family owns Ciao Bella Hair and Body Salon in Rancho Bernardo. “My family has always been extremely supportive of my career.” says Astraea. “I’m lucky to have such a great family backing what I was born to do.” ¢
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their established code name. Larger containers such as plastic storage containers can also contain items for trading, usually toys or trinkets of little value. 7. Sign the logbook and return the geocache to its original location. If you take something from the geocaches, leave something of equal or greater value. 8. Share your geocaching stories and photos online. Geocaches can be found all over the world and creativity has been instrumental in keeping the sport active. When researching where to start your hunt, remember that geocachers tend to hide caches in locations that are important to them, reflecting a special interest or skill of the cache owner. (Locations could vary from your local park, at the end of a long trek, on the side of a city street or even underwater.) The hobby of geocaching has sparked boundless opportunities for adventure in your own backyard. You have the answer next time you hear “Where shall we go?” Go outside and find a Geocache. This family friendly, outdoor activity will optimize your time together while having fun, getting exercise and taking in the fresh air. Who knows, this new found hobby, may lead you to that treasure you have been hunting for. ¢
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ngie Gange, former mortgage broker and mother of three teenage boys, joined Moms Making Six Figures in order to maintain her substantial income while enjoying greater flexibility. Barbara Ryan, on-call emergency room surgeon, joined Moms Making Six Figures so she can have more quality time with her husband and grandson. Michele Martin, mother of four and former VP of Technology for a large real estate firm, joined Moms Making Six Figures so she can create equity in her own business. Stacy Brown, former CPA and single mother, joined Moms Making Six Figures to create more time with her daughter without sacrificing her income. Melanie Hughes, single mother of three, joined Moms Making Six Figures to bridge the gap in monthly expenses without giving up her time at home. Can a mother really stay at home and still make six figures? Heidi Bartolotta, President and owner of Moms Making Six Figures, says the answer is definitely yes! Bartolotta is herself a mother of two who once worked as a pharmaceutical sales representative. She started Moms Making Six Figures when her husband was down-sized. “Just look,” says Bartolotta, “at the women featured here. These ladies are just a few of the dynamic women who make up our Moms Making Six Figures team. Each of these amazing women is improving her life in a significant way.” And she insists that anyone who is hard-working and self-motivated can do it, too. The most attractive thing about the company, says Bartolotta, is the flexibility it offers and the unlimited income potential. “We don’t sell anything and we are not your traditional home-based business,” said Bartolotta. “We developed a business model that requires no overhead, no inventory and no selling.” Sound too good to be true? Bartolotta encourages you to see for yourself. Simply visit www.momsmakingsixfigures.com and submit a request for more information. A professional mentor will contact you and help you get started on your new business – today! ¢
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f someone in your home has pet allergies, you may wash the pet twice a week, steam clean your carpet or treat your pet with sprays or drops to reduce shedding – but is there any proof that taking these actions help? Kusum Sharma, MD, Director of Allergy & Asthma Clinics at AKANE Institute of Allergy, Asthma & Sleep Medicine offers the following research and evidence-based environmental changes that can reduce the pet allergen levels in your home and may help stop allergy symptoms: 1.
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Replace carpeting with hard surfaces. Did you know carpeted floors accumulate 100 times more cat allergens than hard floors? Switch to polished surfaces like hardwood floors, stone or tile. Reduce fabric upholstered furniture. Research shows that upholstered furniture and curtains contain significant amounts of cat dander and even more than what is found on the floor. Wash bedding and curtains. To remove dog/cat dander from bedding and curtains, use one of these three techniques: wash in water at least 140°F with one rinse; wash at any temperature with two rinses; or wash in a steam washing machine. Use tightly woven bed coverings. Protective coverings for mattresses, box springs and pillows are often recommended, and studies show that tightly woven fabric with openings less than 4 microns wide can reduce allergens. Make multiple changes for best results. Studies show that making multiple indoor environment changes is required to significantly reduce pet allergens.
Pet owners with allergies or asthma symptoms should see an allergist who will evaluate if they are truly allergic to pets and discuss treatment options, including reducing allergen exposure, medications most effective for their particular symptoms and allergy shots (immunotherapy). The truth is, you can live with your pets without suffering allergy symptoms. ¢
There’s little evidence these control tips work when it comes to pet allergies: • Bathing pets with water and special shampoo • Steam cleaning carpet and upholstery • Giving pet oral agents or topical sprays to reduce shedding • Using a HEPA vacuum To learn more about allergies and asthma, take a free relief self-test at www.AllergyAndAsthmaRelief.org.
Dr. Kusum Sharma is the Director, Allergy & Asthma Clinics at AKANE Institute of Allergy, Asthma & Sleep Medicine located in Scripps Ranch and La Jolla. She specializes in seasonal, food, drug, gluten, mold, cosmetic & skin allergy, asthma, sinus problems and hives.
Dr Anoop Karippot is the Director, Snoring & Sleep Center at AKANE Institute of Allergy, Asthma & Sleep Medicine located in Scripps Ranch and La Jolla. He specializes in sleep apnea, insomnia, restless legs,narcolepsy and other sleep disorders.
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Local scientist and martial artist uses her skills and dedication to keep rec center thriving by KATHY LOY | photo by Zeena Gregg Photography
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t may be an understatement to say it can be a “challenge” to get a community recreation center built and opened on- time when fiscal crises are plaguing city governments, but Carmel Valley resident Kelly Goodwin and the Ocean Air Recreation Council did just that! In 2008, after reading a story in the local newspaper about the project, Kelly attended a recreation council meeting and began working with city staff on the project. “I have been with the Council ever since, serving as Chair at-large, and Vice-Chair positions,” said Kelly. “It is a great group who share a vision that communities need a place to play, create, and compete.” When she first began working with the recreation council, the Ocean Air Elementary School had opened but the joint fields had not. “The community very much wanted the Recreation
Center and the park to open but also had concerns regarding the potential impact -, particularly with regard to traffic and the lighted fields,” said Kelly. “In that early period, there was an acute need for community members to facilitate the lines of communication between citizens, the school, the City, and the City Council.” As a scientist and mother, Kelly knows the importance of exercise and competitive athletic opportunities. “This is more important than ever, now that we live in a digitally-dominated world and don’t have the same freedom our parents had,” said Kelly. “Our parents could simply yell ‘turn off the TV and get outside and play.’ Although kids can be over-scheduled, in general, formalized activities are an important defense against a variety of social ills.” Kelly met her husband, Rob, in graduate
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school at Caltech. Today, Kelly specializes in coastal water quality at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. The family, including nine year old son Kai, are all involved in martial arts. Kelly has been training in martial arts for 26 years and is a 4th degree Master in World Tang Soo Do, while Rob is a 2nd degree Black Belt. As if working and volunteering weren’t enough, they also run a martial arts school, Coastal Canyon Tang Soo Do, out of the Ocean Air Recreation Center. With all of her accomplishments, Kelly is proud of the success of the recreation council. This year they look forward to holding summer concerts in the parks and have great summer camp and volunteering opportunities for anyone interested. Find out more at: http://www.sandiego. gov/park-and-recreation/centers/oceanair.shtml ¢
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Ocean Air Recreation Council It is an advisory group to the city. Funds are raised to help the City provide programs, events, services and supplies to the public. Kurtis Swangberg - Chair; Kelly Goodwin - Vice Chair; Roy Ashcroft - Treasurer; Jason Hardy - Corresponding Secretary
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Keep your home
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How to boost your home security while you are vacationing by TARA PRITCHETT
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ome security is certainly an important part of any trip plan whether you’re preparing for a quick getaway or an extended vacation. To make sure your home security is up to par and you can truly enjoy your trip, run through the following home security tips before you hit the road. • Locate and turn off the main water valve, which is usually found on the front, street-facing side of a home’s lower level. • Drain toilets and tanks by holding down the flush lever until the water is gone. • Turn off the water heater. • Turn off all nonessential electrical circuit breakers in your home’s electrical box. • Disconnect/ unplug all appliances large and small. • Turn off your A/C. • Put lights in main living areas on timers and set them to simulate occupancy. • Don’t broadcast your absence or your location of vacation with photos and/or status updates on social media like Facebook or Twitter. • Leave blinds and curtains in normal positions wherever possible, taking care not to expose belongings.
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• Protect valuables from theft (important papers, jewelry, etc.) by securing them in a home safe or safe deposit box. • Make sure your computer is turned off and disconnected from the Internet, particularly if it contains personal information. • Put away or shred telltale bills and receipts that add to the risk of identity theft. • Activate your alarm system and notify the home security company of your days away
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providing them with interim contact information. • Ensure all windows and doors are securely locked before you leave for vacation. • Finish all yard work before you go while giving special attention to trimming trees and shrubs near windows and entries. • Improve exterior lighting by putting outdoor lighting on timers. Add motion-sensitive lamps in dark pockets, as well as in natural pathways. • Remove secret keys from their undisclosed outdoor locations, providing only one of your duplicates to the person who’ll be in charge while you’re out of town. • Organize your neighbors. A neighborhood watch won’t cost you anything but some time. For tips, visit www.ncpc.org. • Have a house helper collect your mail, parcels and newspapers daily. • Invite a neighbor or family member to park a car in your driveway. • Inform the local police department of your plans so they can add your home to their vacation watch list. ¢
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Unique Approach
Students perform music, sing songs, and recite Latin and Mandrin chants for the Annual Easter Program.
A 6th Grade student studies color theory in Art Class.
2nd Graders study simple machines in their integrated study of the ancient Egyptians.
In their study of Modern History, each 6th Grader stepped into the shoes of an immigrant on Ellis Island Day.
The Cambridge School Promotes Academic and Personal Excellence with a Classical Christian Education by JENNIFER FRAKES
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ur challenging curriculum and exceptional programs help to create a unique educational environment that nurtures a lifelong love of learning,” said Jean Kim, founder and Head of School at The Cambridge School. The Cambridge School, which provides its students with a classical Christian education, was founded in the fall of 2006 as a result of Kim’s search for educational options for her own children. “Classical Christian education was a compelling model, but I couldn’t find any such schools in San Diego at the time,” said Kim, a long-time educator, Yale graduate and mother of three. According to Kim, The Cambridge School occupies a unique niche in San Diego’s educational landscape as a school that is both academically rigorous and spiritually robust. “A Cambridge education cultivates students marked by both virtue and scholarship, both intelligence and character, and [fosters] love of God and neighbor,” said Kim. The classical model of education teaches students how to master basic terminology and concepts, analyze, order and synthesize information and how to communicate conclusions persuasively and eloquently. As stated by Kim, these tools of learning are then applied to specific subject matter until
they are mastered. “This tried and true model of education is based on the historic liberal arts and has great strength, not only in the humanities, but also in math, science and the arts. This results in an educational experience that is demanding, yet encourages joyful discovery while promoting academic and personal excellence,” said Kim. The Cambridge School currently serves 136 pre-K through 6th grade students and is launching a middle school program in the fall, with plans to gradually expand to a K-12 school. “Our students come from diverse socio-economic and ethnic backgrounds,” said Natalie Balmer, Admissions Coordinator. Small class sizes are also important at The Cambridge School, and each classroom is staffed with a full-time teacher and aide. As mentioned by Kim, The Cambridge School has distinguished faculty members, most of whom have MAs and two of whom have Ph.Ds. “Our teachers have more than just academic pedigrees; they love to learn themselves, love their students and this model of education and are gifted at teaching,” said Kim. The Cambridge School is accepting applications for the 2012-13 school year. For additional information, please visit www.cambridgeclassical.org. ¢
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10075 Azuaga Street, San Diego, CA 92129 www.cambridgeclassical.org info@cambridgeclassical.org 858.484.3488 The Cambridge School provides an academically rigorous and spiritually robust classical and Christian education for San Diego families.
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A REAL GEM
Highlands Jewelers Handles Repairs, Welding, Design, and More
by WYNNE LOVE | photos by Zeena Gregg Photography
ictor Manoushakian has been in the jewelry business for more than thirty years, and it shows. He works with all types of metals and gemstones, specializes in custom design and repair, creates his own line of original pieces, and has the dedicated customer base to show for it. Nestled in the Piazza Carmel shopping center just off the 56 and Carmel Creek Road, Victor and Jeannette Manoushakian own and operate Highlands Jewelers, specializing in unique, one-of-a-kind pieces, diamond settings, restringing, appraisals, laser tech welding, watch batteries, and jewelry repair. “At Highlands Jewelers,” said Jeannette, “we understand that jewelry is very important and often has great sentimental value. It is for this reason that all jewelry repair, watch repair, and original design work are done on
the premises with the utmost care.” Descended from a family of jewelers, Victor began his apprenticeship in the industry when he was just fourteen years old. He left his hometown of Beirut, Lebanon, to get his degree in jewelry craftsmanship in Canada, and began his work for longtime jewelry giant, Birks Jewelers, in Montreal in 1975. Victor later worked at Bower’s Jewelers in La Jolla before realizing his dream of opening his own store in Carmel Valley in 1989. “Victor is the jeweler who is always on the premises,” said Jeannette. His foremost concern is to provide one-on-one, personalized attention to all his customers, and his extensive training means he is able to provide a wide range of services, performed with a keen attention to detail. Customers rave about the honesty, reliability, and care with which he treats them and their special items. Highlands Jewelers has won several
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Best of Carmel Valley and Del Mar awards, and Victor was featured in San Diego Magazine as the best Fix-it jeweler in San Diego. Vicotero is Victor’s special line of original designer jewelry, examples of which are displayed on his website. “He treats each piece of jewelry as a piece of art,” said Jeannette. Victor’s designs include gold and sterling silver San Diego, Del Mar, and La Jolla charms as well. Victor has demonstrated his commitment to the community by representing the retail merchants in the area on the Carmel Valley Planning Board for the last several years, and, of course, by providing the best possible service to his customers. See Victor’s unique designs at www.highlandsjewelerssd.com or stop in for a visit. ¢
At A Glance
Victor and Jeannette Manoushakian 1989 3830 Valley Centre Drive #706, 92130 www.highlandsjewelerssd.com (858) 481-9193 Mon – Fri- 10:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. Sat. 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, closed Sundays
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ttendees who were lucky enough to obtain a spot competing at the Solana Pacific Amazing Quest found themselves taking on a variety of physical and mental activities on May 11 at Del Mar Highlands Town Center. Now in its 6th year, the event filled up in only two days! The Amazing Race inspired experience incorporated brain-teasers, food challenges, puzzle decoding and obstacle courses – minus the global travel. The adventurous course had participants exclaiming, “route markers, road blocks and detours – oh my!” ¢
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Master Sports BECOMING A CHAMPION Providing local kids with a fun way to learn, develop and excel in sports
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re you looking for a way to keep your child active during the summers, improve their athletic skills or simply need a new birthday party idea? Master Sports could be just the place for you. After opening in 1996 as a basketball clinic in the La Jolla area, the organization has grown to offer a wide variety of youth athletic classes, leagues, camps and special events to kids throughout the San Diego,
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Master Sports Dan Ekeroth, Tedd Ekeroth 1996 5270 Eastgate Mall, 92121 MASTERyourSPORTS.com service@masteryoursports.com Master Sports offers a variety of activies from traditional sports to the extreme, creating an environment for the development of skills required for young athletes to master their sports.
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South Bay and Temecula areas. Founder Tedd Ekeroth, who obtained a degree from SDSU in Business Management, and Founder Dan Ekeroth, who obtained a degree from Point Loma Nazarene University in Physical Education, is one of the main reasons Master Sports is unique from others in the industry. “By offering different programs with different levels of commitment, Master Sports is able to accommodate the needs of individual athletes,” said Dan. One of Master Sports’ main objectives is to offer programs that are both educational and skill enhancing. “Our sport classes focus on the development of skills and knowledge associated with different sports, including soccer, basketball, baseball and volleyball - to name a few,” said Dan. “Our recreational and semi-competitive basketball, flag football and t-ball leagues create competitive environments that allow these athletes to put their skills to work.” Classes (running eight weeks each) are offered year round to kids ages two to fourteen, while the leagues are available to kids ages four to seventeen. Although Master Sports has worked
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hard to create an environment where kids can challenge themselves, it is most important to the organization that they have fun as well, which builds a lifelong love of sports. To that end, Master Sports also offers full and half day vacation camps as well as special events. “Our camps and special events are geared towards having fun through the incorporation of sports and sporting activities,” added Dan. If it’s extreme sports that interest you, the “G14 Laser Tag” and “Xtreme Dodgeball” programs have become a customer favorite and are also available for birthday parties. “Whether it is a basketball league or laser tag birthday party,” said Dan, “the kids involved in our programs can’t wait to come back.” ¢
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pectators got to see what the hoopla was all about at the Harlem Ambassadors event that was held at Canyon Crest Academy on May 5th. The internationally-acclaimed
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routines. The proceeds of the ticket sales went to the Canyon Crest Academy Foundation as well as the Boys & Girls Club of San Dieguito. The Harlem Ambassadors were truly a slam-dunk! ¢
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Real Estate Today – Strategic Defaults by SCOTT VOAK
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trategic defaults are getting more attention in the press and are likely to continue to do so. Changes in the HARP program, Fannie and Freddie’s loan mod programs and the impending expiration of tax breaks for debt forgiveness are creating a lot of confusion in the market place. People I meet with are realizing that if the market rises 5% a year, they might not get back to break-even on their home for 10-15 years. For adjustable loans, looming payment increases add to the fear. One family I worked with had a choice between staying in their current underwater home or sending their kids to college. However, as tempting as a Strategic Default may be (setting aside the moral issues), it’s not as simple as defaulting on your mortgage and letting the bank take your home. There are important issues regarding debt relief income and recourse loans that could have you owing taxes and unpaid balances. Done incorrectly, the strategic default could hurt your credit for seven years, plus cost 30-45% of the forgiven debt in taxes and leave you with full liability on your second loan. While a Strategic Default is an option, it needs to be looked at carefully and compared to loan modifications, short sales, etc. I have assembled a team with a bankruptcy attorney, credit repair attorney and a CPA to help people determine the best course of action. Consultations are free, so if you would like to meet to discuss options, please give me a call. ¢
Scott Voak, MBA – Broker CA DRE #01153157 10815 Rancho Bernardo Rd #390 San Diego, CA 92127 (888) 311-6311 Scott@VoakHomes.com
Scott Voak, a top selling agent since 2008 and the real estate expert on Positively Wall Street on AM 1450 at 7am weekday mornings, provided this information. Email him to subscribe to his weekly real estate newsletter – Monday Morning Coffee.
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Beds
Baths
Est SF
Price
5740 Ginger Glen Trl
Beds Baths Est SF 5
3
2304
727,000
Price
Address 3936 Lago Di Grata Cir
6
5
3864
978,000
5751 Cornflower Trl
4
3
2056
726,000
11221 Corte Belleza
5
4
3277
989,000
7605 Heatherly Ln
5
6
3845
725,000
11387 Ocean Ridge Wy
5
5
3301
925,000
3709 Torrey View Ct
4
4
2541
700,000
11368 Ocean Ridge Wy
4
4
3169
1,055,000
4579 Mercurio St
3
3
2350
760,000
5462 Rider Pl
5
4
4302
1,018,000
7631 McGonigle Ter
4
3
2797
737,000
4986 Sandshore Ct
4
3
3282
1,070,000
5302 Caminito Vista Lujo
4
3
2087
735,000
5067 McGill Wy
5
5
4130
1,035,000
12503 Carmel Canyon Rd
4
3
2328
735,000
5035 Ashley Falls Ct
5
4
3028
1,060,000
3761 Torrey View Ct
3
3
2414
740,000
4745 Vereda Luz Del Sol
4
3
2683
1,000,000
12605 Carmel Canyon Rd
4
3
2272
764,500
5477 Shannon Ridge Ln
5
4
3708
1,100,000
4278 Calle Isabelino
3
3
2177
727,500
13263 Courtland Ter
4
3
3071
1,035,000
12847 Briarcrest Pl
4
3
2726
780,000
12806 SeaBreeze Farms Dr
4
4
3731
1,125,000
13112 Chambord Wy
4
3
2673
825,000
5120 Great Meadow Dr
5
3
2769
1,125,000
12979 Chaparral Ridge Rd
4
3
2642
810,000
13669 Winstanley Wy
5
5
3732
1,180,000
5562 Caminito Exquisito
4
3
2475
810,000
5113 Chelterham Ter
4
3
2860
1,251,000
4617 Tarantella Ln
5
3
2828
820,000
5124 Seagrove Ct
6
5
3656
1,285,000
10935 Corte Mejillones
4
3
2630
850,000
11625 Thistle Hill Pl
5
6
4327
1,250,000
4452 Vereda Luna Llena
4
3
2455
813,500
13070 Sunset Point Pl
5
6
3922
1,205,000
10831 Vereda Sol Del Dios
4
3
2837
823,000
10424 Abalone Landing Ter
4
4
3737
1,400,000
5710 Willowmere Ln
4
3
2520
850,000
10792 Heather Ridge Dr
5
5
3855
1,428,000
4473 Vereda Mar De Ponderosa
4
4
2587
845,000
13013 Harwick Ln
5
5
4346
1,379,000
12656 Intermezzo Wy
4
3
2663
870,000
4198 Philbrook Sq
5
5
4275
1,673,000
13804 Re Cuerdo Dr
4
3
4010
750,000
5216 Greenwillow Ln
5
6
4454
1,600,000
10675 Heather Ridge Dr
4
3
2724
912,000
5113 Meadows Del Mar
5
6
5867
2,150,000
5459 Sonoma Pl
4
3
2769
890,000
14185 Caminito Vistana
5
6
6000
2,450,000
12939 Flintwood Wy
4
3
2729
895,000
4934 Del Mar Mesa Rd
6
8
8854
4,200,000
11388 Ocean Ridge Wy
4
3
2802
906,200
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Train to be fit The Training Club is committed to helping you attain your fitness goals by MICHELLE TREMBLAY | photos by Zeena Gregg Photography
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f you are looking for a gym with fewer crowds, customized workout routines, and a personal, friendly staff, The Training Club could be just the place for you. Owner, Joe Gold prides himself in the gym’s personalized approach. “Our staff is trained to know all our members by name and be involved in their fitness program,” said Joe. “Even our members participate in helping each other and treat the club as an extension of their home.” “We believe that fitness is an experience; it is a way of life rather than a finite destination,” explained Joe. “You should enjoy your journey into fitness regardless of where in that journey you happen to be.” Staying true to that mantra, Joe and his staff strive to maintain a pleasant workout environment for the members. Memberships are capped to limit the crowds, and the trainers are encouraged to individualize routines. “All our trainers are among the best in their field,” mentioned Joe. “We take a personal interest in every member’s fitness goals and can recommend the right classes and training approach for each one.”
Best known for its Spin, Yoga, and Gravity classes, The Training Club offers something for everyone. In addition to its group classes, the gym provides personal training sessions and a variety of workout equipment, making it simple to customize your own routine. There is even an on-site aesthetician and physical therapy clinic. Unique from others in its industry, The Training Club offers a “pay-as-you-go” option, with flexible workout packages. “Our commitment is to your fitness not to your wallet,” said Joe. “Many other clubs require members to sign up for long periods of time even if they are not happy with their workout environment. We do not require contracts; people can pay per class or enroll in one of our unlimited programs.” Joe explains that giving back to the community is a large part of the success of the business. “We always participate in local charity fundraisers,” prided Joe. “Our favorite program is Fit for School, where members can direct a portion of their monthly dues to support a local school.” The Training Club will be holding an open house on June 16, where interested parties can enjoy refreshments and enter into a contest to win a one-year membership. ¢
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JUNE EVENTS 6/1, 6/15 Lego Builder Club Community Room
3:30 – 4:30 pm Ages 6 – 12 3:30 – 5 pm Ages 7 – 14
6/8 , 6/22 Arts & Crafts
6/9 Family Music Night 7 – 7:45 pm A free evening of chamber music from Trio All ages con Brio, a group of Canyon Crest Academy sophomores. Community Room 6/11, Chess Club 6/18, 6/25 6/13
3:30 – 4:30 pm Ages 15 – adult
Family Music Night 7 – 7:45 pm Flutists Jean Lewis-Boehringer and Elana All ages Yarritu and pianist Bryan Verhoye playing pieces from Bach, Hindermith and others. Community Room
6/13 Alakazam Magic Show with Jeff Marcus 6/14, Kids Craft 6/21, 6/28
4 – 5 pm
6/20
Raggle Taggle Band with Jean Stewart
4 – 5 pm
6/20
Teen Craft Create a dream journal
6/23
Credit 101 10 – 11:30 am Learn how to repair your credit and obtain a copy of your credit report for free.
6/27 6/27
Wild Wonders Animal Show Teen Craft Star gaze through a telescope
4 – 5 pm
7 – 7:30 pm
Puppet Show with Joe Gandelman
4 – 5 pm
7/11
Teen Craft Learn about top 10 literary monsters
7 – 7:30 pm
7/18
Wacky Science with Krypton Yvonne
7/21
Bargain Book Sale 9:30 am – 2:30 pm Sponsored by Carmel Valley Friends of the Library
7/25
Extreme Rahim Magic Show
7/25
Teen Craft Famous ghost stories
4 – 5 pm
4 – 5 pm 7 – 7:30 pm
RECURRING EVENTS Tuesdays 4 – 4:30 pm Afternoon Story Time Mr. Ted will entertain with stories, songs and music Wednesdays 1 – 2 pm Yoga Class for Seniors Instructors from Silver Age Yoga will teach in the community room. Bring exercise mat if desired. Fridays Infant/Toddler Time
10 – 10:30 am
7 – 7:30 pm
4 – 5 pm
Saturdays 11 am – 1 pm Tutoring for K – 6th Graders High school students will provide homework help in the young adults area.
7/13, 7/27 Arts & Crafts 3:30 – 5 pm 3rd – 8th graders
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Fridays 11 – 11:30 pm Preschool Story Time Story time lasts for about 30 minutes and includes stories, songs, music, fingerplays and a coloring page for ages 3 – 5.
4 – 5 pm
JULY EVENTS 7/5, 7/12, Kids Craft 7/19, 7/26
3:30 – 4:30 pm Ages 15 – adult
7/2, 7/9, Chess Club 7/16, 7/23, 7/30
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3919 Townsgate Drive San Diego, CA 92130 (858) 552-1668 www.sandiego.gov/public-library
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Only here
will you have the privilege to live amidst a thousand acres
of natural open space above Rancho Santa Fe, designed with a commitment to conservation. In neighborhoods of authentic architecture that appear to have been here for years. With intimate parks and unsurpassed education to enhance daily life. And a genuine community pride that sustains it all.
Del Sur.
Del Sur Elementary
Top schools in Poway Unified Six private parks with five solar-heated pools
Eighteen miles of trails Convenient access to I-15, Hwy 56 and I-5
DelSurLiving.com Five neighborhoods with thirteen original model homes Mandolin Shea Homes
1,643-2,333 sq. ft. From the mid $400,000s
Carleton Standard Pacific Homes 2,621-3,059 sq. ft. From the mid $600,000s
Presidio Standard Pacific Homes 3,461-3,824 sq. ft. From the mid $700,000s
Valencia California West Communities 2,996-3,495 sq. ft. From the low $700,000s
Gables Crossing McCullough Design Development 4,500-5,600 sq. ft. From the mid $1 millions
Homes within Del Sur are constructed and sold by builders not affiliated with Black Mountain Ranch LLC or its affiliated companies. Black Mountain Ranch LLC and its affiliated companies do not guarantee or warrant the obligations of, or construction by such builders, or the availability or pricing of homes. Actual development may vary from developer’s vision. No guarantee can be made that development will proceed as described. Prices, specifications and details are subject to change without notice. Š 2012 Black Mountain Ranch LLC. All rights reserved.
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